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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.
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• This product complies with the “India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1 % by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01 % by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule.
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.
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 crisper, broader, and brighter display, plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual...
Package Contents Check your package for the following items: LCD monitor Adaptor Power cord (optional) Monitor base Quick Start Guide Warranty card VGA cable (optional) USB Type C cable (optional) HDMI cable (optional) DP cable (optional) • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Attach the base to the arm. Turn the screw clockwise to secure the base. • We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
Connect Cables 1.5.1 Rear of the LCD Monitor HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI VX279C VX279HG Control buttons HDMI port Speakers DisplayPort Kensington Lock USB Type C port DC-IN port VGA port Headphone jack Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
QuickFit Button: This is a hotkey to activate the QuickFit function designed for • alignment. The QuickFit function contains several options of common grid • pattern, paper size, and photo size. See page 1-7 for details. ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
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Input Button: • Switch the input source. Close Button: • Exit the OSD menu. Menu Button: • Enter the OSD menu. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below. Status Description White...
Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. Letter Letter EXIT Photo size: Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen. 8x10 ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
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 while changing its angle.
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. VX279C ASUS VX279 Splendid Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Scenery mode...
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In the Standard Mode, the Saturation, Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. • In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., SkinTone, Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. • In the Reading Mode, the Saturation, SkinTone, ASCR, Contrast, and Color Temp. functions are not user-configurable. ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
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Blue Light Filter Reduce the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight. VX279C ASUS VX279 Blue Light Filter Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Level 0 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 VX279HG ASUS VX279...
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0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Select the desired color temperature. Available options: Cool, Normal, Warm, and User Mode. • In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user- configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
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VividPixel, ASCR, Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync, ELMB, Position, Focus, and Auto Adjust from this main function. • ELMB, Position, Focus, and Auto Adjust options are only available on VX279HG model. VX279C ASUS VX279 Image Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control...
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4:3 is only available when the input source is in 4:3 format. • OverScan is only available for HDMI input. • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from 0~100. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function.
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• ELMB (for VX279HG model only): Decreases motion blur and minimize ghosting part when on-screen objects are fast-moving. This function is available when the refresh rate is 75Hz. • If the Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync is enabled, the ELMB function is grayed out. •...
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Select the input source. VX279C ASUS VX279 Input Select Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Type C DisplayPort HDMI VX279HG ASUS VX279 Input Select Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz HDMI ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
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System Setup Adjust the system configuration. VX279C ASUS VX279 System Setup Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Splendid Demo Mode Volume GamePlus ECO Mode OSD Setup Language Key Lock Information (Page 1/2) ASUS VX279 System Setup Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz...
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GamePlus: Configure the GamePlus function. See page 3-15 for details. • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. • OSD Setup: Adjust the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen. 3-11 ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
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• Language: Select the OSD language. • Key Lock: Pressing the second button on the right for more than five seconds to activate the key lock function. • Information: Display the monitor information. • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off. •...
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Contrast Color Temp. Volume GamePlus (Shortcut 1) ASUS VX279 Shortcut Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Shortcut 1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut 2 Splendid Brightness Contrast Color Temp. Volume GamePlus (Shortcut 2) 3-13 ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
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VX279HG ASUS VX279 Shortcut Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Shortcut 1 Blue Light Filter Shortcut 2 Splendid Brightness Auto Adjust Contrast Color Temp. GamePlus (Shortcut 1) ASUS VX279 Shortcut Standard Mode HDMI 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz...
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Press the assigned Shortcut Key1 or Shortcut Key2 to activate the GamePlus main menu. GamePlus Main Menu GamePlus Crosshair Timer FPS Counter Display Alignment Practice Mode GamePlus - Crosshair GamePlus - Timer GamePlus - Timer - Position GamePlus - FPS - Position Position Position 3-15 ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...
• Select the appropriate color temperature (Color Temp.) via OSD. No sound or sound is low • Adjust the volume settings of your monitor or computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. 3-17 ASUS LCD Monitor VX279 Series...