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Table of Contents Notices................................................................iv Safety information.............................................v Care & Cleaning.............................................. viii 1.1 Welcome!................................................. 1-1 1.2 Package Contents............................... 1-1 1.3 Assembling the Monitor..................... 1-2 1.4 Connect Cables..................................... 1-5 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD Monitor........................
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. • 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.
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.
• Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire 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.
• ALWAYS use furniture that can safely support the product. • ALWAYS ensure the product is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture. • ALWAYS educate children about the dangers of climbing on furniture to reach the product or its controls. • ALWAYS route cords and cables connected to your product so they cannot be tripped over, pulled or grabbed. • NEVER place a product in an unstable location.
Prevent Tipping When using the display, fasten the LCD to a wall using a cord or chain that can support the weight of the monitor in order to prevent the monitor from falling. Cord or chain HDMI • Display design may differ from those illustrated. • Installing must be done by a qualified technician , and please contact your supplier for more information. • For the Models with net weight >=7kg. Please select the suitable way to Prevent Tipping.
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 The following symptoms are normal with the monitor: • The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the fluorescent light.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. x 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 to you! 1.
1.3 Assembling the Monitor To assemble the monitor: •• 1. While assembling the monitor arm/base, we recommend that you keep the monitor inside its EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) packaging. Remove the EPS packaging from the box. 1 2. Take out all accessories from the upper EPS.
3. Remove the upper EPS from the the EPS packaging. 3 4. Align and install the arm to its compartment on the rear of the monitor. 4 5. 6. Align and install the base to the arm. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the two (2) bundled screws.
7. Remove the monitor from the bottom EPS. 7 •• Please do not hold the panel, we recommend hold the monitor stand to pick up monitor. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you.
1.4 Connect Cables 1.4.1 Rear of the LCD Monitor HDMI 1 15W HDMI 2 3 1. Kensington Lock 2. DC-IN Port 3. HDMI Port 4. DisplayPort USB 4 ROG Strix XG249CM Series Gaming Monitor 5 6 7 8 5. USB C/DP Port (PD 5V/3A or 12V/1.25A or 15V/1A) 6. USB3.0 Upstream Port 7. USB3.0 Downstream Ports (x2) 8.
1.5 Monitor Introduction 1.5.1 Using the Control Buttons Use the control buttons on the rear of the monitor to adjust the monitor settings. •• Press the ( ) button to call out the quick OSD menu. Menu Close GamePlus GameVisual Power 1. Power Indicator: • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below. Status 2. ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF Power Button: • 3. 1-6 Description White Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
• 4. Move the button left to exit the OSD menu or move to the previous menu. GamePlus Button: • This is a Shortcut 1 key. The default setting is GamePlus. - Activate Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter, or Display Alignment function. - Move the button up/down to select and press the to confirm the function needed. •• 5. button For more information on GamePlus function, refer to page 1-8. GameVisual Button: • This is a Shortcut 2 key. The default setting is GameVisual.
1.5.2 GamePlus Function The GamePlus function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. The crosshair overlay with 6 different crosshair options lets you choose the one that best suits the game you're playing. There are also on screen timer and stopwatch you can position on the left of the display so you can keep track of the gaming time; while the FPS (frames per second) counter lets you know how smooth the game is running.
GamePlus — FPS Counter GamePlus FPS NEXT BACK/EXIT GamePlus 1.5.3 GameVisual Function The GameVisual function helps you select among different picture modes in a convenient way. To activate GameVisual: 1. Press the GameVisual ( 2. Move the ) button. button up/down to select among different modes. • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with GameVisualTM Video intelligence Technology.
• MOBA Mode: This is the best choice for Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) games playing with GameVisualTM Video intelligence Technology. • User Mode: More items are adjustable in the Color menu. •• •• •• In the Racing Mode, the Saturation, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., Sharpness, Brightness, Contrast, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. In the MOBA Mode, the Saturation and ASCR functions are not userconfigurable.
2.1 Detaching the Stand (for VESA Wall Mount) •• Avoid damaging the monitor surface. While detaching the monitor stand, always keep the monitor inside its EPS packaging. The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the monitor facedown on its EPS packaging. 2. Press the release button to detach the stand (arm and base) from the monitor. 3. Remove the stand.
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 the monitor's angle from -5° to 20° and it allows 25° swivel adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the monitor's height within ±10 cm and rotate the monitor (90˚ clockwise) to portrait orientation.
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu 3.1.1 How to Reconfigure DisplayPort 1920x1080@ 270Hz Racing Mode ROG Strix XG249CM HDR OFF Gaming Overclocking Image Variable OD Color FreeSync Premium Input Select ELMB/ELMB SYNC MyFavorite GamePlus System Setup GameVisual Shadow Boost MOVE/ENTER BACK EXIT 1. Press the ( )button to display the quick OSD menu. Then press it again activate the OSD menu. 2. Move the button up/down to navigate through the functions.
3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 1. Gaming Configure your gaming preferences. DisplayPort 1920x1080@ 270Hz Racing Mode ROG Strix XG249CM HDR OFF Gaming Overclocking Image Variable OD Color FreeSync Premium Input Select ELMB/ELMB SYNC MyFavorite GamePlus System Setup GameVisual Shadow Boost MOVE/ENTER • EXIT Overclocking: Allows to adjust the refresh rate. •• •• Overclocking is available only if the input source is DisplayPort. Overclocking may cause screen flickering.
• ELMB/ELMB SYNC: Extreme Low Motion Blur. Decreases motion blur and minimizes ghosting part when on-screen objects are fast moving. •• •• •• • • • To activate ELMB, turn off FreeSync Premium function first. If ELMB is enabled, the Adaptive-Sync, PIP/PBP Mode, and ASCR functions will be disabled. ELMB is disabled if input V frequency is less than 75Hz. GamePlus: Configures the gaming environment. For more information, refer to pages 1-8 and 1-9. GameVisual: Selects the picture mode.
• HDR: High Dynamic Range. Contains several HDR modes. The HDR mode is selectable when input video is correct HDR source. •• • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast ratio function. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to Full and 4:3.
•• •• 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.
4. Input Select Select the input source. • Input Source: Manually select the input source. • Auto Input Detection: When enabled, the system will automatically select the latest insert I/O port.
5. MyFavorite You can adjust Shortcut and Customized Setting from this main function. DisplayPort 1920x1080@ 270Hz Racing Mode ROG Strix XG249CM HDR OFF Gaming Shortcut Image Customized Setting Color Input Select MyFavorite System Setup MOVE/ENTER BACK EXIT • Shortcut: User can select from GamePlus, GameVisual, Brightness, Contrast, Input Select, HDR, Blue Light Filter, Color Temp., Volume, KVM, MyFavorite-1 (Load), MyFavorite-2 (Load) and set as shortcut key.
6. System Setup Adjust the system configuration.
• USB Setup: • KVM: Switches USB downstream port to USB-C or USB-B upstream port. • Type-C Bandwidth: Select USB Type-C with USB 2.0 or USB 3.1. USB 3.1 is up to 1920x1080-144Hz. • USB Hub: Sets the USB Hub operation to On During Standby (USB Type A ports on the LCD monitor can be used for charging a USB device during standby) or Off During Standby (USB Type A ports cannot be used for charging a USB device during standby).
3.2 Specifications Model XG249CM Panel Size 23.8''W (60.45cm) Max. Resolution 1920 x 1080 Brightness (Typ.) 350 nits (typical) Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1 Viewing Angle (CR≤10) 178°(H)/178°(V) Display Colors 16.7M colors Response Time 1ms (G to G) HDMI Input Yes DisplayPort Input Yes USB3.
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3.4 Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON Possible Solution • Press the button to check if the monitor is turned on. • Check if the adapter and power cord are properly connected to the monitor and the power outlet. • Check the Power Indicator function in the OSD menu. Select “ON“ to turn on the power LED. The power LED lights white and there is no screen image • Check if the monitor and the computer are turned on.
Problem The connected USB device to the monitor is not working Possible Solution • Make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the computer and the monitor. • Make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the peripheral device and the monitor. • Try using another USB port on the monitor. • Try to use another USB port on the computer. • Restart the computer. • Make sure that the KVM setting in the USB setup menu is set to the correct setting (Type-C or USB-B) corresponding to the connected port.
3.5 Supported Timing List PC Supported Primary Timing Resolution 3-14 H Freq V Freq (KHz) (Hz) DCLK (MHz) HDMI DP/ Type-C 640x480-60Hz 31.469 59.94 25.175 V V 640x480-67Hz 35 67 30.24 V V 640x480-72Hz 37.861 72.809 31.5 V V 640x480-75Hz 37.5 75 31.5 V V 720x400-70Hz 31.469 70.165 28.35 V V 800x600-56Hz 35.156 56.25 36 V V 800x600-60Hz 37.879 60.317 40 V V 800x600-72Hz 48.077 72.188 50 V V 800x600-75Hz 46.875 75 49.5 V V 1024x768-60Hz 48.363 60.
CEA Timing Resolution H Freq (KHz) V Freq (Hz) DCLK (MHz) HDMI DP/ Type-C 640x480p-60 Hz@4:3 31.469 59.94 25.175 V V 720x480p-60 Hz@4:3 31.469 59.94 27 V V 720x480p-60 Hz@16:9 31.469 59.94 27 V V 1280x720p-60 Hz@16:9 45 60 74.25 V V 1920x1080i-60 Hz@16:9 33.75 60 74.25 V V 1920x1080p-60 Hz@16:9 67.5 60 148.5 V V 720x576p-50 Hz@4:3 31.25 50 27 V V 1280x720p-50 Hz@16:9 37.5 50 74.25 V V 1920x1080i-50 Hz@16:9 28.125 50 74.