Asus PA27UCX Series User manual

PA27UCX Series
LCD Monitor
User Guide

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First Edition
March 2020
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Contents
 
 
 
 
 
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  
  
  
1.3.1 Front view ....................................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Back view ........................................................................ 1-3
1.3.3 QuickFit Function ............................................................ 1-4
1.3.4 Other Function(s) ............................................................ 1-6
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  
  
  
  
  
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  
3.1.1 How to recongure .......................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 OSD function introduction ............................................... 3-2
  
  
  
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Notices
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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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Réglement sur le matériel brouiller du Canada.

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Safety information
• Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came
with the package.
• To prevent re 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.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied
service technician or your retailer.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the
power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer
immediately.
• Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. Do not block these slots. Never place this product near or over a
radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is provided.
• The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source indicated
on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your dealer or local power company.
• Use the appropriate power plug which complies with your local power standard.
• Do not overload power strips and extention cords. Overloading can result in re
or electric shock.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the monitor in
any area where it may become wet. Place the monitor on a stable surface.
• Unplug the unit during a lightning storm or if it will not be used for a long period
of time. This will protect the monitor from damage due to power surges.
• Never push objects or spill liquid of any kind into the slots on the monitor
cabinet.
• To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed
computers which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between
100-240V AC.
• If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a qualified
service technician or your retailer.
• Adjustment of the volume control as well as the equalizer to other settings
than the center position may increase the ear-/headphones output voltage and
therefore the sound pressure level.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical,
electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not
be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of
electronic products.
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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.
• Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the power cord. Clean the monitor
surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed
with a cloth dampened with mild cleaner.
• Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. Use a cleaner intended
for use with the monitor. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it may
drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock.

• You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the
desktop pattern you use.
• When the same image is displayed for hours, an afterimage of the previous
screen may remain after switching the image. The screen will recover slowly or
you can turn off the Power Switch for hours.
• When the screen becomes black or ashes, or cannot work anymore, contact
your dealer or service center to x it. Do not repair the screen by yourself!

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to
complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying
to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.

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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
 
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com
 
Your product package may include optional documentation that may have
been added by your dealer. 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.
Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detail recycling
information in different region.

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1.1 Welcome!
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
experience that the monitor brings to you!
1.2 Package contents
Check your package for the following items:
LCD monitor
Monitor base
Quick start guide
Warranty card
Power cord
HDMI cable
USB Type-C cable
DisplayPort cable
USB Type-C to Type-A cable
Input/Output port cover
Color Calibration Testing Report
Color Calibrator (for PA27UCX-K only)
Hood
If any of the above item is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.

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1.3 Monitor introduction
 
6
2
7
4
5
3
1
Menu
Close
Input Select
QuickFit
Brightness
HDR
1. Menu (5-way) button:
• Enter the OSD menu.
• Enact the selected OSD menu items.
• Increase/Decrease values or move your selection up/down/left/right.
2. Close button:
• Exit the OSD menu.
• Toggle the Key Lock function between on and off with a long press for 5
seconds.
3. Input select button:
• Select an available input source.
Press button (Input Select button) to display HDMI-1, HDMI-2, DisplayPort
, USB 3.1 Type-C ( ) signals after you connect HDMI/DisplayPort/USB
Type-C cable with the monitor.
4. QuickFit button:
• This is a hotkey to activate the QuickFit function designed for alignment.
• The QuickFit function contains 7 types of alignment patterns. (Please refer
to 1.3.3 QuickFit Function).

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5. Shortcut 1
• Default: Brightness hotkey
• To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 1 menu.
6. Shortcut 2
• Default: HDR hotkey
• To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu.
7. Power button/power indicator
• Turns the monitor on/off.
• The color denition of the power indicator is as the below table.
 
White On
Amber Standby mode
Off Off
 
124
3 5 678 9
10
11
 .
 . Press the switch to turn on/off power.
 . This port connects the power cord.
 . These ports are for connection with an HDMI compatible device.
 . This port is for connection with a DisplayPort compatible
device.
The default setting of DisplayPort Stream in the OSD menu is DisplayPort
1.2. You can change it to DisplayPort 1.1 when your device output signal is
DisplayPort 1.1.
 . This port is for service only.
 . This port is for connection with a DisplayPort/USB Type-C
compatible device. This port is also for connection with a USB upstream
cable, which supports USB power and data delivery.
This monitor is Super-Speed USB 3.1 compatible (5Gbps). The port offers
5V/3A power delivery. If Type-C2 port is connected with an adapter, this port
can supply power up to 90W (with output voltage of 5V, 9V, 15V and 20V
depending on the adapter’s ability.

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 This port is only for connection with a power adapter to
enable power delivery function for .
 These ports are for connection
with USB devices, such as USB keyboard/mouse, USB ash drive, etc.
 .
 
 
The QuickFit function contains 7 types of patterns: (1) Alignment Grid (2) A4 (3) B5
(4) Letter (5)Photo (6) Customization (7) Ruler. To activate the patterns, press the
QuickFit button. Use the Menu (5-way) button to select a desired pattern. You
can move the button up/down/left/right to change the pattern’s position if needed.
Note that all the patterns can be moved left/right accroding to your need, but may
have limited range for moving up/down.
1. Alignment Grid
The grid patterns facilitate designers and users to organize content and layout on a
page and achieve a consistent look and feel.
Alignment Grid
Alignment Grid
2. A4
QuickFit provides standard A4 paper size for users to view their documents in real
size on the screen.
A4
A4

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3. B5
QuickFit provides standard B5 paper size for users to view their documents in real
size on the screen.
B5
B5
4. Letter
QuickFit provides standard letter paper size for users to view their documents in
real size on the screen.
Letter
Letter
5. Photo size
The various real photo sizes displayed in the QuickFit function provides
photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size
on the screen.
Photo 4x6, 3x5, 2x2 Photo 8x10, 5x7
3x5 2x2
4x6 5x7
8x10

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6. Customization
You can decide the frame size by moving the Menu (5-way) button up/down/
left/right. You can press the Menu (5-way) button for longer than 3 seconds to
switch the measurements between millimeter and inch.
Customization
H16
V15
7. Ruler
This pattern presents physical ruler on top and left side. You can press the
Menu (5-way) button for longer than 3 seconds to switch the measurements
between metric and imperial.
Ruler
5
5
10
10
15
15 20 25 30
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
The monitor supports HDR format. When detecting HDR content, an "HDR ON"
message will pop up and display in the Information page.
HDR content is not supported when PIP/PBP mode is on.

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2.1 Attaching the arm/base
To assemble the monitor base:
1. Carefully take the monitor out of the box. Hold the monitor rmly and do not
press on the panel screen when lifting to avoid any accidental damage.
2. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table (Figure 2).
3. Attach the stand into the back of the monitor, making sure the tab on the arm
ts into the groove on the back of the monitor. (Figure 3).
1
2
(Figure 1) (Figure 3)(Figure 2)
We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent
damage to the monitor.
2.2 Detaching the arm/base (for VESA
wall mount)
The detachable arm/base of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall
mount.
To detach the arm/base:
1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table.
2. Press the release button, and then detach the arm/base from the monitor
(Figure 1).
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1
(Figure 1)
We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent
damage to the monitor.

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• The VESA wall mount kit (100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately.
• Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load
22.7kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm).
2.3 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.
• You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +23˚ to -5˚, and it allows 60˚ swivel
adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor’s height
within +/- 120 mm.
120mm
+23° ~ -5°
60° 0°
60°
(Tilt) (Swivel) (Height adjustment)

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
1. Lift the monitor to the highest position.
2. Tilt the monitor to its maximum angle.
3. Pivot the monitor to the angle you need.
+23° ~ -5° 90°
90°
It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.
4. The OSD menu item will automatically rotate when the monitor rotates.
Menu
Close
Input Select
QuickFit
Brightness
HDR
Menu
Close
Input Select
QuickFit
Brightness
HDR

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2.4 Connecting the cables
1. Connect the cables as the following instructions:
For service only
 : Connect one end of the power cord securely to
the monitor’s AC input port, the other end to a power outlet.
 :
a. Plug one end of the HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C* cable to the
monitor’s HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C jack.
b. Connect the other end of the HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C* cable to
your device's HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C jack.
It is suggested to use USB ceried Type-C cable. If the signal source supports DP
Alt mode, all video, audio and data signal can be transmitted.
  connect the end with plug type to the monitor’s
earphone jack when an HDMI/DisplayPort/USB Type-C signal is fed.
 :
»Upstream: Use an USB Type-C cable and plug on end of the Type-C
connector to the monitor's USB 3.1 Type-C port ( ) as upstream
and the other end to your computer's USB Type-C jack. Or use an
USB Type-C to Type-A cable and plug the Type-C connector to the
the monitor's USB 3.1 Type-C port ( ) as upstream and the Type-A
connector to your computer's USB Type-A jack. Make sure your
computer is installed with the latest Windows 7/Windows 8.1/Windows
10 operating system. That will enable the USB ports on the monitor to
work.
»Downstream: Use an USB cable to connect your device with the
monitor's USB Type A jack.
»USB Type-A jack can be used for Color Calibrator.
When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal from the
Input Select item in the OSD menu.

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2. Arranging the cables:
We recommend that you follow the order below to route the cable through the
cable management slot on the stand.
1 3 3 2 655 4 4 4 4
3. Attach the input/output port cover if needed.
2.5 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.

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