Page 2 - ii; Table of contents
ii Copyright © 2012 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 c...
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 VG278HR Series LCD Monitor; Thank you for purchasing the ASUS; Package contents; Check your package for the following items:
1-1 ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 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 conveni...
Page 8 - Chapter 1: Product Introduction; Monitor introduction; Front view; disabled while 3D function is activated.
1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Monitor introduction 1.3.1 Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Button: • GamePlus hotkey. Press to select and MENU to confirm the function needed. 2. Button: • Automatically adjust the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by long pressing this button for ...
Page 10 - Back view; Rear connectors; signal connection (support NVIDIA; The 3D feature is only supported through HDMI-IN and DVI port.; HDMI-IN port: This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible
1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3.2 Back view 1 2 5 4 3 6 7 Rear connectors 1. Kensington lock slot.2. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord.3. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection.4. DVI port: This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connectio...
Page 11 - GamePlus Function; to go
1-5 ASUS VG278HR 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. Particularly, Aimpoint function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person S...
Page 12 - Experiencing 3D Virtual Effects; The video formats supported for 3D vision of HDMI input are “; Frame Packing; To connect the DVI(Dual link) or HDMI cable; monitor and your 3D Vision compatible graphics card.
1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3.4 Experiencing 3D Virtual Effects This monitor is a 3D Vision ready LCD monitor supports PC timing up to [email protected] experience fully immersive stereoscopic 3D virtual effects, you will require an NVIDIA ® 3D Vision™ kit, a compatible NVIDIA-GPU graphic...
Page 13 - How to use your wireless 3D glasses; Charge your wireless glasses before using:; with USB port, and the other end to the micro USB port of the glasses.; USB Connection; may check the built-in battery status by examing the light:; Press button for battery status
1-7 ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 1.3.5 How to use your wireless 3D glasses Charge your wireless glasses before using: Connect one end of the USB cable to your PC or notebook that equipped with USB port, and the other end to the micro USB port of the glasses. USB Connection Used to recharge the gl...
Page 14 - Assembling the monitor base; To assemble the monitor base:; tighten the screws by fingers.; monitor VERTICALLY on a flat and clean table.
2-1 ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 2.1 Assembling the monitor base To assemble the monitor base: 1. Attach the base to the arm.2. Fix with the screws to joint the base with the arm. You can easily tighten the screws by fingers. 3. Remove the height adjustment lock from the arm. 1 2 3 The height adj...
Page 15 - Adjusting the monitor; 50 ̊, and lift the monitor’s height for about 100mm.
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 base to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. • You can tilt the m...
Page 16 - Use a screwdriver to remove the four screwdrivers on the arm, and; damage to the monitor.
2-3 ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 2.3 Detaching the arm (for VESA wall mount) The detachable arm of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm: 1. Disconnect power and signal cables.2. Lower the monitor to its lowest height, and then insert the height adjustment lock...
Page 17 - How to configure; ] button to navigate through the functions.
3-1 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to configure VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select Move Menu Exit System Setup Scenery Mode Standard Mode Theater Mode Game Mode Night View Mode sRGB 1. Press [ ] button to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press [ ] or...
Page 18 - OSD Function Introduction; • In the other modes, the sRGB function is not user-configurable.
3-2 ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 1. Splendid This function contains six 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. VG278 Splendid Color Image Input Select ...
Page 21 - Select the input source from “; VGA; Only the VGA and DVI input supports the “Auto scan” function.; Adjust the system configuration.
3-5 Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu • 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 scre...
Page 24 - VESA Wall Mounting; Yes; AC Input Voltage; Energy Star
3-8 ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor VESA Wall Mounting 100 x 100 mm Kensington Lock Yes AC Input Voltage AC: 100 ~ 240V Power Consumption Power On: < 50 W (Max.) Energy Star: < 37.25 W Standby: < 1 W (Typ.) Power Off: < 1 W Temperature (Operating) 0˚C ~ +35˚C Temperature (Non-operating) ...
Page 26 - Supported Timing List; Resolution
3-10 ASUS VG278HR Series LCD Monitor 3.4 Supported Timing List Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal 640x480 60Hz 31.469KHz 640x480 67Hz 35KHz 640x480 75Hz 37.5KHz 720x400 70Hz 31.469KHz 720x400 85Hz 37.927KHz 800x600 56Hz 35.156KHz 800x600 60Hz 37.879KHz 800x600 72Hz 48.077KHz 800x600 75Hz 46.875KHz 8...