VG289Q1A Series LCD Monitor User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iii Safety information....................................................................................... iv Care & Cleaning........................................................................................... vi 1.1 Welcome!....................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Package contents..............................
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.
Safety information iv • 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. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
WARNING Usage of other than specified head- or earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressures. Please confirm the distribution system in building installation shall provide the circuit breaker rated 120/240V, 20A (maximum). If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The grounding pin is an important safety feature.
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.
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 Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
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 convenience and delightful visual experience that the monitor brings you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor: • While assembling the monitor arm/base, we recommend that you keep the monitor inside its EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) packaging. 1. Align the screw hole on the arm with the bundled screw on the base. Then insert the base into the arm. 2. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw.
1.4 Connect cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor HDMI-1 HDMI-2 4 3 1 1. AC-IN Port 2. DisplayPort 3. HDMI-2 Port 4. HDMI-1 Port 5. Earphone - out Port 6.
1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1. Power Indicator: • 2. The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF Power Button: • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
• Activate Crosshair, Timer or FPS Counter or Display Alignment function. • Move the ( ) button up/down to select and press ( confirm the function needed. Press to go off, and exit. • Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter is movable by pressing ) to 5-way key. GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair GamePlus-Timer 5. Close Button: • Exit the OSD menu. • • (5-way) Button: Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item. Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/left/right 6.
2.1 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 +20˚ to -5˚ and it allows 62˚ swivel adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor’s height within 15cm.
2.2 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 2-2 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the monitor facedown on its EPS packaging. 2. Remove the screws covers. 3. Remove the four (4) screws securing the arm to the rear of the monitor. 4. Detach the stand (arm and base) from the monitor.
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure Gaming ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz OverDrive AMD FreeSync GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost 1. Press Central of 5-way to activate the OSD menu. 2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the Center key. 4.
3.1.2 1. OSD Function Introduction Gaming This function contains five sub-functions that you can select for your preference Gaming ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz OverDrive AMD FreeSync GamePlus GameVisual Shadow Boost 3-2 • OverDrive: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
2. Image You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, HDR, VividPixel , Aspect Control and Blue Light Filter from this main function. Image ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz Brightness Contrast HDR Vividpixel ASCR Aspect Control Blue Light Filter • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • HDR: High Dynamic Range. Contains three HDR modes (ASUS Cinema HDR and ASUS Gaming HDR, Console Mode).
• 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.
3. Color Select the image color you like from this function. Color ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz Color Temp. Saturation Skin Tone • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal, Warm) and User Mode. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish, Natural, and Yellowish • In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are userconfigurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100.
4. Input Select Select the input source from HDMI-1, HDMI-2 or DisplayPort input signal. Input Select ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz HDMI-1 HDMI-2 DisplayPort 5. MyFavorite You can adjust Shortcut and Customized Setting from this main function.
6. System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. System Setup ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz Language Sound ECO Mode Power Indicator Power Key Lock Key Lock OSD Setup Information System Setup ASUS TUF Gaming VG289Q1A HDR OFF User Mode HDMI-1 1080p 60Hz All Reset • Language: Select OSD language.
3.2 Specifications Model VG289Q1A Panel Size 28”W Max. Resolution 3840x2160@60Hz Brightness (Typ.) 350cd/m2 Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) Viewing Angle (CR=10) Display Colors 1.073G(8-Bit+fFRC) Color Saturation DCI-P3 90% (min) Response Time 5ms Satellite Speaker 2W x 2 stereo Earphone Output Yes Sound from HDMI Yes HDMI input Yes DisplayPort input Power ON Consumption(Max.) Yes < 65 W* Chassis Colors Black Power saving mode < 0.5W Power off mode Tilt Phys.
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON Possible Solution • Press the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. • Check Power Indicator function in main menu OSD. Select “ON” to turn on power LED. The power LED lights amber and • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the there is no screen image ON mode. • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer.
3.4 Supported Timing List DP Support Timing table 1 640x480/60 2 800x600/56 3 800x600/60 4 1024x768/60 5 1280x960@60Hz 6 1280x1024@60Hz 7 1280x720@60Hz 8 1280x800@60Hz 9 1440x900@60Hz 10 1680x1050@60Hz 11 1920x1080@60Hz 12 640 x 480 P 59.94/60Hz 4:3 13 720 x 480 P 59.94/60Hz 16:9 14 1280 x 720 P 59.94/60Hz 16:9 15 720 x 576 P 50Hz 16:9 16 1280 x 720 P 50Hz 16:9 17 1920 x 1080 I 59.
* The modes not listed in the above tables may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables.
