Asus VZ27AQ Series User manual

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VZ27AQSeries
LCDMonitor
User Guide

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First Edition
January 2017
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Contents
Contents...................................................................................................... iii
Notices......................................................................................................... iv
Safetyinformation...................................................................................... vi
Care&Cleaning......................................................................................... vii
TakebackServices.................................................................................... viii
Chapter1:Productintroduction
1.1 Welcome!.................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Packagecontents......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Monitorintroduction.................................................................... 1-2
1.3.1 Front view ....................................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Back view ........................................................................ 1-3
1.3.3 EyeCheck function .......................................................... 1-4
Chapter2:Setup
2.1 Assemblingthemonitorarm/base............................................. 2-1
2.2 Adjustingthemonitor.................................................................. 2-1
2.3 Connectingthecables................................................................. 2-2
2.4 Turningonthemonitor................................................................ 2-2
Chapter3:Generalinstructions
3.1 OSD(On-ScreenDisplay)menu................................................ 3-1
3.1.1 How to recongure .......................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 OSD function introduction ............................................... 3-2
3.2 Specicationssummary.............................................................. 3-8
3.3 Troubleshooting(FAQ).............................................................. 3-10
3.4 Supportedoperatingmodes..................................................... 3-11

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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.
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 congured receptacles marked between
100-240V AC.
• If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a qualied
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.
• The adapter is only used for this monitor, do not use it for other purpose. Your
device uses one of the following power supplies:
- Manufacturer: Delta Electronics Inc., Model: ADP-40KD BB
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.
AEEEyönetmeliğineuygundur

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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.
Thefollowingsymptomsarenormalwiththemonitor:
• 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!
Conventionsusedinthisguide
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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Wheretondmoreinformation
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUSwebsites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com
2. Optionaldocumentation
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 adapter
Power cord
HDMI cable (optional)
VGA cable
Audio cable (optional)
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.

1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.3 Monitorintroduction
1.3.1 Frontview
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1. Power button/power indicator
• Turns the monitor on/off.
• The color denition of the power indicator is as the below table.
Status Description
White On
Amber Standby mode
Off Off
2. Menu button:
• Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off.
• Enters the OSD menu.
3. Close button:
• Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off.
• Exits the OSD menu.
• Toggles the Key Lock function between on and off with a long press for
5 seconds.
4. Input select button:

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• Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off.
• Selects an available input source.
5. EyeCheck button:
• Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off.
• Use this hotkey to activate EyeCheck function as a vision test.
6. Shortcut
• Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off.
• Default: Brightness hotkey
• To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 1 menu.
7. Shortcut
• Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off.
• Default: Blue light lter hotkey
• To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu.
1.3.2 Backview
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1. DC-INport. This port connects the power cord.
2. HDMIport. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device.
3. DisplayPort. This port is for connection for a DisplayPort compatible device.
4. VGAport. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection.
5. Audio-inport. This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio
cable.
6. Kensingtonlockslot.

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1.3.3 EyeCheckfunction
The EyeCheck function contains three patterns: (1) Snellen Chart (2) Amsler Grid (3)
Astigmatism.
1. Snellen Chart
P1 P2 P3
2. Amsler Grid
While focusing at the center point, check that all the lines are straight.
3. Astigmatism
Check that each line is of the same width.

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2.1 Assemblingthemonitorarm/base
To assemble the monitor base:
1. Have the front of the monitor face down on a table.
2. Attach the base into the arm, making sure the tab on the arm ts into the
groove on the base.
3. 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.
2.2 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.
• The recommended adjusting angle is +20 to -5˚.
-5° ~ +20°

2-2 Chapter 2: Setup
2.3 Connectingthecables
Connect the cables as the following instructions:
• Toconnectthepowercord:
a. Connect the power adapter securely to the monitor’s DC input.
b. Connect one end of the power cord to the power adapter and the other
end to a power outlet.
• ToconnecttheVGA/DisplayPort/HDMIcable:
a. Plug one end of the VGA/DisplayPort/HDMI cable to the monitor’s VGA/
DisplayPort/HDMI jack.
b. Connect the other end of the VGA/DisplayPort/HDMI cable to your
computer's VGA/DisplayPort/HDMI jack.
c. Tighten the two screws to secure the VGA connector.
• Toconnecttheaudiocable:connect one end of the audio cable to the
monitor’s Audio-in port, the other end to the computer’s audio-out port.
When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal
from the Input Select item in the OSD menu.
2.4 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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3.1 OSD(On-ScreenDisplay)menu
3.1.1 Howtoreconfigure
Splendid A S U S VZ2 7 A
Standard Mode HDMI 1440 x 900 @ 60Hz
Scen e r y M o de
Standard Mode
Thea t e r M o de
Game M o d e
Nigh t V i e w M o de
sRGB M o d e
Reading Mode
Dark r o o m M od e
1. Press any button (except the Power button) to display the OSD menu.
2. Press the Menu button to activate the OSD menu.
3. Press the buttons as indicated on the screen to navigate through the
functions. Highlight the desired function and press to activate it. If the
function selected has a sub-menu, press and again to navigate
through the sub-menu functions. Highlight the desired sub-menu function and
press to activate it.
4. Press and to change the settings of the selected function.
5. To exit and save the OSD menu, press or repeatedly until the OSD menu
disappears. To adjust other functions, repeat steps 1-4.

3-2 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
3.1.2 OSDfunctionintroduction
1. Splendid
This function contains 8 sub-functions you can select for your preference.
Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or
return to the preset mode.
Splendid A S U S VZ2 7 A
Standard Mode HDMI 1440 x 900 @ 60Hz
Scen e r y M o de
Standard Mode
Thea t e r M o de
Game M o d e
Nigh t V i e w M o de
sRGB M o d e
Reading Mode
Dark r o o m M od e
• SceneryMode:Best choice for scenery photo display with SplendidPlus
Video Enhancement.
• StandardMode: Best choice for document editing with SplendidPlus
Video Enhancement.
• TheaterMode:Best choice for movies with SplendidPlus Video
Enhancement.
• GameMode:Best choice for game playing with SplendidPlus Video
Enhancement.
• NightViewMode:Best choice for dark-scene games or movies with
SplendidPlus Video Enhancement.
• sRGBMode: best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.
• ReadingMode: This is the best choice for book reading.
• DarkroomMode: This is the best choice for a weak ambient light
environment.
• In the Standard mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable:
Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR.
• In the sRGB mode, the following function(s) are not user-configurable:
Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness,
ASCR.
• In the Reading mode, the following function(s) are not user-congurable:
Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, ASCR.

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2. BlueLightFilter
In this function, you can adjust the blue light filter level.
Blue Light Filter ASU S V Z 2 7A
Standard Mode HDMI 1440 x 900 @ 60Hz
Leve l 0
Leve l 1
Leve l 2
Leve l 3
Leve l 4
• Level0:No change.
• Level1~4: The higher the level, the less blue light is scattered.
When Blue Light Filter is activated,the default settings of Standard Mode
will be automatically imported. Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness
function is user-configurable. Level 4 is optimized setting. It is compliance
with TUV Low Blue Light Certification. The Brightness function is not user-
configurable.
Please refer to the following to alleviate eye strains:
• Users should take some time away from the display if working for long
hours. It is advised to take short breaks (at least 5 mins) after around 1
hour of continuous working at the computer. Taking short and frequent
breaks is more effective than a single longer break.
• To minimize eye strain and dryness in your eyes, users should rest the eye
periodically by focusing on objects that are far away.
• Eye exercises can help to reduces eye strain. Repeat these exercises
often. If eye strain continues please consult a physician. Eye exercises: (1)
Repeating look up and down (2) Slowly roll your eyes (3) Move your eyes
diagonal.
• High energy blue light may lead to eye strain and AMD (Age-Related
Macular Degeneration). Blue light Filter to reduce 70% (max.) harmful blue
light to avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome).

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3. Color
Set a desired color setting from this menu.
Color ASUS V Z 2 7 A
Standard Mode HDMI 1440 x 900 @ 60Hz
Brig h t n e s s
Cont r a s t
Satu r a t i o n
Colo r T e m p .
Skin T o n e
• Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• ColorTemp.: Contains 4 modes including Cool, Normal, Warm and User
Mode.
• SkinTone: contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and
Yellowish.
4. Image
Set the image related setting from this menu.
Image ASUS V Z 2 7 A
Standard Mode HDMI 1440 x 900 @ 60Hz
Sharpness
Trac e F r e e
Aspe c t C o n tr o l
Vivi d P i x e l
ASCR
Adap t i v e S yn c
Posi t i o n
More
• Sharpness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• TraceFree: Adjusts the response time of the monitor.
• AspectControl: Adjusts the aspect ratio to full, 4:3, 1:1 or OverScan.
4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format. OverScan is only
available for the HDMI input source.
• 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.

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• Adaptive-Sync(DisplayPort only): Allows an Adaptive-Sync supported*
graphics source to dynamically adjust display refresh rate based on
typical content frame rates for power efcient, virtually stutter free and
low-latency display update.
* Adaptive-Sync can only be activated within 49Hz ~ 76Hz.
* For supported GPUs, minimum PC system and driver requirements,
please contact the GPU manufactures.
• Position(OnlyavailableforVGAinput): adjusts the horizontal position
(H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of the image. The
adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Focus(OnlyavailableforVGAinput): reduces Horizonal-line noise
and Vertical-line noise of the image by adjusting (Phase) and (Clock)
separately. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase
adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances.
• Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of pixels scanned by one
horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical
stripes and the image is not proportional.
• AutoAdjust.: Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position,
clock, and phase (for VGA mode only).
5. Sound
Set the sound related setting from this menu.
Sound ASU S V Z 2 7A
Sta n d a r d Mode H DMI 14 4 0 x 900 @ 6 0 H z
Volu m e
Mute
Source
• Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Mute: toggles the monitor sound between on and off.
• Source: decides the monitor sound comes from which source.

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6. InputSelect
In this function, you can select your desired input source.
Input Select ASU S V Z 2 7A
Standard Mode HDMI 1440 x 900 @ 60Hz
VGA
HDMI
Disp l a y P o r t
7. SystemSetup
Allows you to adjust the system.
System Setup ASU S V Z 2 7A
Standard Mode HDMI 1440 x 900 @ 60Hz
Sple n d i d D em o M o d e
Game P l u s
EyeC h e c k
ECO M o d e
OSD S e t u p
Language
Key L o c k
More
• SplendidDemoMode: Splits the screen into two for Splendid modes
comparison. (Scenery mode only)
• GamePlus: 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. There’s also an
onscreen timer you can position on the left of the display so you can keep
track of the elapsed gaming time. Display Alignment displays alignment
lines on 4 sides of the screen, serving as an easy and handy tool for you
to line up multiple monitors perfectly.
GamePlus — Crosshair GamePlus — Timer