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Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose the monitor to rain or moisture. • Never try to open the monitor cabinet. The dangerous high voltages inside the monitor may result in serious physical injury.
AEEE yönetmeliğine uygundur Care & Cleaning • Before you lift or reposition your monitor, it is better to disconnect the cables and power cord. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the monitor. When lifting or carrying the monitor, grasp the edges of the monitor. Do not lift the display by the stand or the cord.
These documents are not part of the standard package. Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for our customers to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries and other components as well as the packaging materials.
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a broader, brighter and crystal-clear display, plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual...
Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view VG278QF VG278QR 5-way) button: • Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item. • Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/left/right. • Displays the input selection bar when the monitor enters standby mode or displays the “NO SIGNAL“...
DisplayPort. This port is for connection for a DisplayPort compatible device. Audio-in port. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. Earphone jack. This port is only available when an HDMI/DisplayPort cable is connected. Kensington lock slot. Control buttons. ASUS VG278 Series LCD Monitor...
1.3.3 GamePlus Function The GamePlus function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. The crosshair overlay with four different crosshair options lets you choose the one that best suits the game you're playing.
In the sRGB mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. • In the MOBA mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable: Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR. ASUS VG278 Series LCD Monitor...
Attach the base into the arm, making sure the tab on the arm fits into the groove on the base. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw. We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. VG278QF VG278QR ASUS VG278 Series LCD Monitor...
Adjusting the monitor • For optimal viewing, we recommend that you look at the full face of the monitor, then adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. • Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. •...
Use a screwdriver to remove the screw on the hinge (Figure 3), then remove the hinge. (Figure 1) (Figure 2) (Figure 3) We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. ASUS VG278 Series LCD Monitor...
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VG278QR Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Remove the rubbers in the four screw holes. (Figure 1) Remove the base (Figure 2). Use a screwdriver to remove the screw on the hinge (Figure 3), then remove the hinge.
Audio-in port, the other end to the computer’s audio-out port. • To use the earphone: connect the end with plug type to the monitor’s earphone jack when an HDMI or DisplayPort signal is fed. ASUS VG278 Series LCD Monitor...
Turning on the monitor Press the power button . See page 1-2 for the location of the power button. The power indicator lights up in white to show that the monitor is ON. Chapter 2: Setup...
C in e m a M ode R TS / R PG M ode FP S M ode s R GB M ode M O B A M ode Please refer to “1.3.4 GameVisual Function”. ASUS VG278 Series LCD Monitor...
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Blue Light Filter In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter level. ASUS VG278 Blue Light Filter RacingMode DisplayPort 1920x1080@ 165Hz L ev e l 0 L ev e l 1 L ev e l 2 L ev e l 3 L ev e l 4 •...
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4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format. • VividPixel: Enhances the outline of the displayed picture and generates high-quality images on screen. • ASCR: Turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. ASUS VG278 Series LCD Monitor...
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Motion Blur) function. This function is available when the refresh rate is 120Hz, 144Hz or 165Hz (DisplayPort only). To activate ELMB, turn off Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync function first. Sound Set the sound related setting from this menu. ASUS VG278 Sound RacingMode DisplayPort 1920x1080@ 165Hz V ol um e M ut e S ource •...
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All Reset: “Yes” allows you to restore the default settings. MyFavorite Loads/Saves all settings on the monitor. ASUS VG278 MyFavorite RacingMode DisplayPort 1920x1080@ 165Hz S e tt i ng 1 S e tt i ng 2 S e tt i ng 3 ASUS VG278 Series LCD Monitor...
HDMI x 1, DisplayPort v1.2 x 1, DVI (Dual Link) Earphone jack Audio input VG278QF: No VG278QR / VG278QR-R: Yes Speaker (Built-in) VG278QF: No VG278QR / VG278QR-R: 2 W x 2 Stereo, RMS USB 3.0 port Colors Black Power LED White (On)/Amber (Standby) Tilt +33˚~ -5˚...
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619 x 376 x 211 mm (lowest) 700 x 458 x 190 mm (package) Weight (Esti.) VG278QF: 5.1 kg (Net); 7.5 kg (Gross) VG278QR / VG278QR-R: 5.6 kg (Net); 8.2 kg (Gross) Multi-languages 21 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian,...
Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • Press the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. The power LED lights amber and there is •...