Page 2 - ii; Table of contents; How to reconfigure; Specifications
ii Copyright © 2014 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept...
Page 3 - iii; Notices; Federal Communications Commission Statement
iii 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 ...
Page 4 - iv; Safety information
iv 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 ...
Page 6 - Where to find more information; and software updates.; Optional documentation; have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of
vi Where to find 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 Yo...
Page 7 - ASUS LCD Monitor PB278 Series; Package contents
1-1 ASUS LCD Monitor PB278 Series 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ® LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience.With these features, you can enjoy the convenien...
Page 8 - Chapter 1: Product Introduction; Assembling the monitor; To assemble the monitor; Place the display flat on a cloth on the table, assemble the base
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor : 1. Place the display flat on a cloth on the table, assemble the base according to the drawing and use a coin to turn the screw tight. 2. Put the cable clip inset the hole of stand, and adjust the monitor to the ...
Page 9 - Connect cables; Rear of the LCD monitor
1-3 ASUS LCD Monitor PB278 Series 1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor 2 1 5 3 DP VGA DVI HDMI 8 4 6 7 1. AC-IN Port2. DVI Port3. HDMI Port4. DisplayPort 5. VGA Port6. Audio - in Port7. Earphone - out Port8. Kensington Lock
Page 10 - Monitor introduction; Using the Controls button; Status; QuickFit
1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 7 2 3 4 5 6 1 Standard Mode DisplayPort 2560x1440@60Hz Menu QuickFit Input Select Close Brightness Splendid 1. Power Button/Pow...
Page 12 - QuickFit Function; layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel.; Alignment Grid; view and edit their photos in real size on the screen.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.5.2 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 2. Pap...
Page 13 - To detach the arm/stand; monitor face down on a clean table.; damage to the monitor.; Figure 1; The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately.
2-1 ASUS LCD Monitor PB278 Series 2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/stand 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Use...
Page 14 - Adjusting the monitor; • You can adjust the monitor’s angle from +20 ̊ to -5 ̊ and it allows 60 ̊; Pivoting the monitor
2-2 Chapter 2: Setup 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. • You can adjust th...
Page 16 - Chapter 3: General Instruction; OSD Function Introduction; Contrast and ASCR functions are not user-configurable.
3-2 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 1. Splendid This function contains eight sub-functions that you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode. PB278 Standard Mode Display Port 2...
Page 17 - Select the image color you like from this function.; and
3-3 ASUS LCD Monitor PB278 Series 2. Color Select the image color you like from this function. PB278 Standard Mode Display Port 2560x1440@60Hz Splendid Brightness Color Contrast Image Saturation Color Temp. Skin Tone Input Select Sound PIP/PBP Setting System Setup Shortcut • Brightness : The adjusti...
Page 19 - Volume
3-5 ASUS LCD Monitor PB278 Series 4. Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. PB278 Standard Mode Display Port 2560x1440 @ 60Hz Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sound PIP/PBP Setting Volume Source Mute • Volume : Adjusts the output volume level. • Mute : Mute the ou...
Page 20 - : Adjusts the PIP aspect ratio and automatically adjust; Swap; Select the input source from; PB278QR) or DisplayPort
3-6 Chapter 3: General Instruction • PIP/PBP Mode : Selects PIP or PBP function, or turn it off. • PIP/PBP Source : Selects the video input source among,“VGA”, “DVI”, “HDMI / MHL”, or “DisplayPort”. • Size : Adjust the PIP size to “Small”, “Middle”, or “Large”. • Position : Adjusts the position of P...
Page 21 - Adjusts the system configuration.; Splendid Demo Mode; : Activate the demo mode for the Splendid; GamePlus; : The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a; ON; to enter the GamePlus main menu.
3-7 ASUS LCD Monitor PB278 Series 7. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. PB278 Standard Mode Display Port 2560x1440 @ 60Hz Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sound PIP/PBP Setting Splendid Demo Mode ECO Mode OSD Setup More GamePlus Language Key Lock Information PB278 ...
Page 23 - Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys.; Shortcut 1; “GamePlus” and set as shortcut key. The default setting is; “GamePlus” and set as shortcut key. The default setting is
3-9 ASUS LCD Monitor PB278 Series 8. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys. PB278 Standard Mode Display Port 2560x1440@60Hz Splendid Shortcut 1 Splendid Color Shortcut 2 Brightness Image PIP/PBP Setting Input Select Sound PIP/PBP Setting System Setup Shortcut GamePlus Vo...
Page 24 - Model
3-10 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.2 Specifications Model PB278Q/PB278QR Panel Size 27.0”W (68.6 cm) Max. Resolution 1920x1080 (VGA); 2560 x 1440 (DVI, HDMI, DP) Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m 2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR=10) 178°(V) /178°(H) Display Colors 16.7 M(True 8b...
Page 26 - Supported Timing List; PC Supported Primary Timing
3-12 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.4 Supported Timing List PC Supported Primary Timing Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640x480 60Hz 31.469kHz 640x480 72Hz 37.861kHz 640x480 75Hz 37.5kHz 800x600 56Hz 35.156kHz 800x600 60Hz 37.879kHz 800x600 72Hz 48.077kHz 800x600 75Hz 46.875kHz 1024x7...