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... BY ASUS. or (2) the serial number of their respective companies, and are used only for VESA wall mount 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 2.3 Install LifeFrame 2 software 2-2 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications 3-6 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-7 3.4 Supported Timing List 3-8 Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Table of contents Notices...iii Safety information iv Care & Cleaning v 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Assembling the monitor base 1-2 1.4 Connect cables...
... BY ASUS. or (2) the serial number of their respective companies, and are used only for VESA wall mount 2-1 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-2 2.3 Install LifeFrame 2 software 2-2 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications 3-6 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-7 3.4 Supported Timing List 3-8 Copyright © 2010 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Table of contents Notices...iii Safety information iv Care & Cleaning v 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Assembling the monitor base 1-2 1.4 Connect cables...
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.... • Connect the equipment to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to an outlet on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in a particular installation. This equipment generates, uses and can be... help. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. iii This class B digital apparatus complies with Part ...
.... • Connect the equipment to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to an outlet on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in a particular installation. This equipment generates, uses and can be... help. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. iii This class B digital apparatus complies with Part ...
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... injury. • If the power supply is provided. • The monitor should be used for ventilation. Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are provided for a long period of power source indicated on the label. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Before using the product, make sure all the documentation that...
... injury. • If the power supply is provided. • The monitor should be used for ventilation. Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are provided for a long period of power source indicated on the label. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Before using the product, make sure all the documentation that...
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... not repair the screen by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. Conventions used in completing a task. IMPORTANT: Information that the flicker disappears. • You may be removed with a cloth dampened with the LED. Never spray cleaner directly on again to make sure that you can turn off the Power Switch and turn it is displayed for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work...
... not repair the screen by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. Conventions used in completing a task. IMPORTANT: Information that the flicker disappears. • You may be removed with a cloth dampened with the LED. Never spray cleaner directly on again to make sure that you can turn off the Power Switch and turn it is displayed for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work...
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ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 1-1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for model VK278Q) 1 x DVI cable 1 x Audio cable If any of features that the VE278Q/VK278Q Series brings you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that enhance your VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED monitor package for the following items: LED monitor Monitor base 1 x CD (Only available for model VK278Q) Quick start guide Warranty card 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA cable 1 x WebCam USB cable (Only available for purchasing the ASUS® VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED monitor! With these features, you !...
ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 1-1 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for model VK278Q) 1 x DVI cable 1 x Audio cable If any of features that the VE278Q/VK278Q Series brings you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that enhance your VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED monitor package for the following items: LED monitor Monitor base 1 x CD (Only available for model VK278Q) Quick start guide Warranty card 1 x Power cord 1 x VGA cable 1 x WebCam USB cable (Only available for purchasing the ASUS® VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED monitor! With these features, you !...
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We recommend that is most comfortable for you. 1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 2. Attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to the arm tightly. 1.4 Connect cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2 1 Make sure to screw the base to join them tightly. Adjust the monitor to the angle that you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
We recommend that is most comfortable for you. 1.3 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. 2. Attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to the arm tightly. 1.4 Connect cables To connect cables: Connect the cables you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. 2 1 Make sure to screw the base to join them tightly. Adjust the monitor to the angle that you need based on chapter 1.5.2, page1-5. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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.... This is active. 2. ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 1-3 Use this button for 2-4 seconds (for Volume adjustment. 4. 1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the function selected or move to the next function. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. • Press this button to activate the Picture-in-picture function. • Both the DVI and HDMI input source should not be selected as the OSD menu is also a hot key for VGA mode only).
.... This is active. 2. ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 1-3 Use this button for 2-4 seconds (for Volume adjustment. 4. 1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Front of the function selected or move to the next function. MENU Button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. • Press this button to activate the Picture-in-picture function. • Both the DVI and HDMI input source should not be selected as the OSD menu is also a hot key for VGA mode only).
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... Button: • Use this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the function selected or move right/up to the next function. Press (Input Select button) to display HDMI signals after you connect HDMI cable with the monitor. 7. This is as the below table. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this hot key to switch from VGA, DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort input signal. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode...
... Button: • Use this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the function selected or move right/up to the next function. Press (Input Select button) to display HDMI signals after you connect HDMI cable with the monitor. 7. This is as the below table. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this hot key to switch from VGA, DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort input signal. Status Blue Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode...
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1.5.2 Rear of the LED monitor Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount 7 1 23 4 5 6 8 Rear connectors 1 AC-IN port 2 DisplayPort 3 HDMI-IN port 4 DVI port 5 VGA port 6 Audio Line-in port 7 Earphone-out port 8 USB-IN port (Only available for model VK278Q) ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 1-5
1.5.2 Rear of the LED monitor Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount 7 1 23 4 5 6 8 Rear connectors 1 AC-IN port 2 DisplayPort 3 HDMI-IN port 4 DVI port 5 VGA port 6 Audio Line-in port 7 Earphone-out port 8 USB-IN port (Only available for model VK278Q) ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 1-5
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... stand to the monitor. • Hold the stand of the monitor while removing the screws. • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws that you cover the table surface with minimum weight/load 22.8 Kg (Screw size: 4 x 12 mm). 2-1 Chapter 2: Setup Carefully put the front of the VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED monitor...
... stand to the monitor. • Hold the stand of the monitor while removing the screws. • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws that you cover the table surface with minimum weight/load 22.8 Kg (Screw size: 4 x 12 mm). 2-1 Chapter 2: Setup Carefully put the front of the VE278Q/VK278Q Series LED monitor...
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...;. -5 ~ 20 2.3 Install LifeFrame 2 software ASUS VK278Q series provides the easy-to-use LifeFrame 2 software that is bundled in the support CD. ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 2-2 Insert the support CD into the optical drive and run the LifeFrame 2 program. 3. Close all other applications. 2. Installation instructions 1. Follow the on-screen instructions to create their own photos or video clips. • T he LifeFrame 2 software currently supports Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/ XP Service Pack...
...;. -5 ~ 20 2.3 Install LifeFrame 2 software ASUS VK278Q series provides the easy-to-use LifeFrame 2 software that is bundled in the support CD. ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 2-2 Insert the support CD into the optical drive and run the LifeFrame 2 program. 3. Close all other applications. 2. Installation instructions 1. Follow the on-screen instructions to create their own photos or video clips. • T he LifeFrame 2 software currently supports Microsoft® Windows® 7/Vista/ XP Service Pack...
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... change the settings of the selected function. 4. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. VE278 Splendid Color Image Sound PIP Settings Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for your setting or return to navigate through the functions. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to reconfigure VE278 Splendid Color Image Sound PIP Settings Input...
... change the settings of the selected function. 4. Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing the MENU button. VE278 Splendid Color Image Sound PIP Settings Input Select System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB Move Menu Exit • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for your setting or return to navigate through the functions. 3.1 3.1.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu How to reconfigure VE278 Splendid Color Image Sound PIP Settings Input...
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The button is also a hot key to activate this function. VE278 Splendid Color Image Sound PIP Settings Input Select System Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp Skin Tone 90 80 User Mode Move Menu Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are not user-configurable. 2. • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode: This...
The button is also a hot key to activate this function. VE278 Splendid Color Image Sound PIP Settings Input Select System Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp Skin Tone 90 80 User Mode Move Menu Exit • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are not user-configurable. 2. • Standard Mode: This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement. • Theater Mode: This...
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... disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Position: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (Only available for VGA input). • Focus: Reduces Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise of the image. VE278 Splendid Sharpness 50 Color Image Trace Free 0 Aspect Control Full Sound ASCR PIP Settings Position Input Select Focus System Setup Move Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range...
... disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Position: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 (Only available for VGA input). • Focus: Reduces Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise of the image. VE278 Splendid Sharpness 50 Color Image Trace Free 0 Aspect Control Full Sound ASCR PIP Settings Position Input Select Focus System Setup Move Menu Exit • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range...
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... Color PIP Source Image Size Sound Position PIP Settings Swap Input Select System Setup Move Menu Exit • PIP Mode: Turns the PIP function on or off. • PIP Source: Selects the video input source from VGA, DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort connector. • Size: Adjusts the PIP size. • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. The key to activate this function, you to open up another sub-window connected from another video source besides the main-window from two different video sources displayed by one monitor...
... Color PIP Source Image Size Sound Position PIP Settings Swap Input Select System Setup Move Menu Exit • PIP Mode: Turns the PIP function on or off. • PIP Source: Selects the video input source from VGA, DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort connector. • Size: Adjusts the PIP size. • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. The key to activate this function, you to open up another sub-window connected from another video source besides the main-window from two different video sources displayed by one monitor...
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... Splendid Color Image Sound PIP Settings Input Select System Setup Splendid Demo Mode AI Light OSD Setup Information Language All Reset OFF OFF English Move Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • AI Light: Automatically adjust the screen backlight according to the factory default mode. 3-5 Chapter 3: General Instruction As the light sensor is located on the top of the monitor, do not block the sensing area. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD...
... Splendid Color Image Sound PIP Settings Input Select System Setup Splendid Demo Mode AI Light OSD Setup Information Language All Reset OFF OFF English Move Menu Exit • Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • AI Light: Automatically adjust the screen backlight according to the factory default mode. 3-5 Chapter 3: General Instruction As the light sensor is located on the top of the monitor, do not block the sensing area. • OSD Setup: Adjusts the horizontal position (H-Position), vertical position (V-Position), OSD...
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... AC 100~240V(Built-in Power ON Consumption Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. VK278Q 27.0"W (68.6cm) 1920x1080 300cd/m2 1000:1 160°(V) /170°(H) 16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC) 2ms (Gray to change without notice. 3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size Max. Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors Response Time Webcam (built-in) Satellite Speaker Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input DVI input D-Sub input DisplayPort input Audio Line-in ) ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 3-6
... AC 100~240V(Built-in Power ON Consumption Tilt VESA Wall Mounting Phys. VK278Q 27.0"W (68.6cm) 1920x1080 300cd/m2 1000:1 160°(V) /170°(H) 16.7 M(6bit Hi FRC) 2ms (Gray to change without notice. 3.2 Specifications Model Panel Size Max. Resolution Brightness (Typ.) Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors Response Time Webcam (built-in) Satellite Speaker Earphone Output Sound from HDMI HDMI input DVI input D-Sub input DisplayPort input Audio Line-in ) ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 3-6
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...; Adjust the H-Position or V-Position settings via OSD. Screen image is blurry or fuzzy • Press the button for VK278Q only) • Make sure that you use the Microsoft Windows Vista/XP Service Pack 2 operation systems. 3-7 Chapter 3: General Instruction No sound or sound is low • Ensure that the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press the button to check...
...; Adjust the H-Position or V-Position settings via OSD. Screen image is blurry or fuzzy • Press the button for VK278Q only) • Make sure that you use the Microsoft Windows Vista/XP Service Pack 2 operation systems. 3-7 Chapter 3: General Instruction No sound or sound is low • Ensure that the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press the button to check...
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... IBM Modes, Factory Preset Timing(D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs) Input Mode Aspect Resolution H(KHz) V(Hz) Ratio DOS 640x350, 70Hz 640x350, 85Hz 31.469 37.861 70.087 85.08 DOS 720x400, 70Hz 720x400, 85Hz 31.469 37.927 70.087 85.039 MAC Modes, Factory Preset Timing(D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs) Input Mode Aspect Resolution H(KHz) V(Hz) Ratio VGA 4:3 ...725 74.551 Pixel (MHz) 25.175 31.5 31.5 36 36 40 50 49.5 56.25 65 75 78.75 94.5 108 108 108 135 106.5 136.75 146.25 148.5 Pixel (MHz) 25.175 31.5 28.322 35.5 Pixel (MHz) 30.24 57.2832 ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 3-8
... IBM Modes, Factory Preset Timing(D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs) Input Mode Aspect Resolution H(KHz) V(Hz) Ratio DOS 640x350, 70Hz 640x350, 85Hz 31.469 37.861 70.087 85.08 DOS 720x400, 70Hz 720x400, 85Hz 31.469 37.927 70.087 85.039 MAC Modes, Factory Preset Timing(D-SUB, DVI-D, HDMI inputs) Input Mode Aspect Resolution H(KHz) V(Hz) Ratio VGA 4:3 ...725 74.551 Pixel (MHz) 25.175 31.5 31.5 36 36 40 50 49.5 56.25 65 75 78.75 94.5 108 108 108 135 106.5 136.75 146.25 148.5 Pixel (MHz) 25.175 31.5 28.322 35.5 Pixel (MHz) 30.24 57.2832 ASUS LED Monitor VE278Q/VK278Q Series 3-8
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....995 59.91 59.81 74.934 59.901 79.984 59.883 59.934 Pixel (MHz) 64 74.5 95.75 68.25 71 83.5 106.5 88.75 136.75 119 138.5 HDMI Supported Primary Timing VESA Modes, Factory Preset Timing Input Mode Aspect Resolution Ratio 480i 4:3 720(1440)x480i, 59.94 / 60Hz 16:9 720(1440)x480i,....5 59.94 / 60 59.94/60 56.25 50 50 59.94 / 60 Pixel (MHz) 54 / 54.054 54 / 54.054 54 54 148.5 148.352 / 148.5 * The modes not listed in the above tables may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables. 3-9 Chapter 3: General Instruction
....995 59.91 59.81 74.934 59.901 79.984 59.883 59.934 Pixel (MHz) 64 74.5 95.75 68.25 71 83.5 106.5 88.75 136.75 119 138.5 HDMI Supported Primary Timing VESA Modes, Factory Preset Timing Input Mode Aspect Resolution Ratio 480i 4:3 720(1440)x480i, 59.94 / 60Hz 16:9 720(1440)x480i,....5 59.94 / 60 59.94/60 56.25 50 50 59.94 / 60 Pixel (MHz) 54 / 54.054 54 / 54.054 54 54 148.5 148.352 / 148.5 * The modes not listed in the above tables may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables. 3-9 Chapter 3: General Instruction
