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  • Page 1 VY279HF Series LCD Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 3: Tco Certified

    TCO certified A third-party certification according to ISO 14024 Toward sustainable IT products Say hello to a more sustainable product IT products are associated with a wide range of sustainability risks throughout their life cycle. Human rights violations are common in the factories.

  • Page 4: Notices

    Notices NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR certified. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the factory default setting which can be restored by “Factory Reset” function in the OSD menu. Changing the factory default settings or enabling other features may increase power consumption that could exceed the ENERGY STAR specified limits. 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio...
  • Page 5 ASUS CONTACT INFORMATION ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ASUS Computer International (America) ASUS Computer GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address 1F., No. 15, Address 48720 Kato Rd, Fremont, Address Harkortstr. 21-23 Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., CA 94538, USA...
  • Page 6 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. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately. • Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. Do not block these slots. Never place this product near or over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is provided. • The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. • Use the appropriate power plug which complies with your local power standard. • Do not overload power strips and extension cords.
  • Page 7 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. Restriction on Hazardous Substances statement (India) 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 concentration exceeding 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except of exemptions listed in Schedule 2 of the Rule. This product is compliant with requirements of Circular No. 30/2011/TT- BCT Regulations “STIPULATING TEMPORARILY THE PERMISSIBLE CONTENT LIMITATION OF SOME TOXIC CHEMICALS IN THE ELECTRONIC, ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS”.

  • Page 8: Care & Cleaning

    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. • Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. Use a cleaner intended for use with the LCD. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock. The following symptoms are normal with the monitor: • The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the fluorescent light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn it on again to make sure that the flicker disappears.
  • Page 9 Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com 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. 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. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detail recycling information in different region.

  • Page 10: Welcome

    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! Package contents Check your package for the following items: LCD Monitor Monitor Stand Monitor Base Quick Start Guide Warranty Card 1x Power Cord 1x HDMI Cable 1x L-shaped Screwdriver (optional) 4x Screws • If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. • * Also the Replaceable parts required by the TCO Certified. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series...

  • Page 11: Assembling The Monitor

    Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor: Place the display on a cloth on the table, Use a screwdriver to tighten the assembly screws,and secure the arm to the display tightly.Then attach the hinge cover to monitor body,attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by fingers. Adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. Outline dimension Unit: mm [inch] Chapter 1: Product Introduction...

  • Page 12: Connect Cables

    Connect cables 1.5.1 Rear of the LCD monitor HDMI AC-IN Port HDMI Port Earphone-out Port Kensington Lock ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series...
  • Page 13 Installaion Turn off your computer and unplug your computer's power cord. Connect the signal cable to the HDMI input socket of the monitor, and the HDMI output socket of the graphics card on the computer. Then tighten the thumbscrews on the signal cable connector. Insert the monitor power cable into the power port at the back of the monitor. Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into a nearby electrical outlet. AC IN HDMI Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 14 • POWER CORD specifications refer to page v. • For the installation of replaceable parts, please refer to the above installation instructions. • Users may go to the local service network to replace /purchase the qualified replaceable parts. • For local service centers and service contacts, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series...

  • Page 15: Monitor Introduction

    Monitor introduction 1.6.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Brightness Exit Power Power Energy Saving Power Indicator: • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White Amber Standby mode Central button: • Press this button to enter the OSD menu. Left key: •...

  • Page 16: Detaching The Arm/Stand (For Vesa Wall Mount)

    Remove the hinge cover from monitor body by using your fingers. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws on the arm,and then detach the arm/stand from the monitor. • We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. • Hold the stand of the monitor while removing the screws. • The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 12 kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm). ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series...

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Monitor

    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 +23˚ to -5˚. -5° 23° It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. Chapter 2: Setup...

  • Page 18: Osd (On-Screen Display) Menu

    Darkroom Mode Settings Back/Exit Enter Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu. Press the  and  buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the Central key. Press the  and  buttons to select the desired parameter. Press the Central key to enter the slide bar and then use the  or  buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series...

  • Page 19: Osd Function Introduction

    3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction Splendid This function contains eight sub-functions that you can select for your preference. VY279HF Splendid Signal Btightness 1920 x 1080 100 Hz Standard Mode HDMI Standard Mode Splendid sRGB Mode Scenery Mode EyeCare Theater Mode Game Mode Color Night View Mode Reading Mode Image Darkroom Mode Settings Back/Exit Enter...
  • Page 20 • When the user adjusts blue light filter bar to maximum level. • *When color augmentation is in default value (50). • Rest Reminder: This function provides you a rest reminder according to how long you set for your working time. For example, a user sets 30 minutes working time and there will be a pop up reminder appeared on the upper left corner of the monitor for 5 seconds. Press any key to make this reminder OSD disappeared. • When this function is enable, the following functions are not available: Splendid Demo Mode, GamePlus and QuickFit. • Color Augmentation: The adjusting range of color enhancement is from 0 to 100. • This function is not available in sRGB mode under Splendid. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series...
  • Page 21 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. Repeat these exercises often. If eye strain continues please consult a physician. Eye exercises: (1) Repeating look up and down (2) Slowly roll your eyes (3) Move your eyes diagonal. • High energy blue light may lead to eye strain and AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration). Blue light filter to reduce 70% (max.) harmful blue light to avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome). Chapter 2: Setup...
  • Page 22 Brightness 1920 x 1080 100 Hz Standard Mode HDMI Brightness Splendid Contrast Saturation EyeCare Color Temp. Color Image Settings Back/Exit Enter • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (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 VY279HF Series...
  • Page 23 Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, ASCR, Motion Sync, Adaptive-Sync, from this main function. VY279HF Splendid Signal Brightness 1920 x 1080 100 Hz Standard Mode HDMI Sharpness Splendid Trace Free Aspect Control EyeCare ASCR Motion Sync Color Adaptive-Sync Image Settings Back/Exit Enter • Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Trace Free: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology. The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100. • Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full”, “1:1 Ratio”. •...
  • Page 24 Splendid Demo Mode: Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • Volume: Adjusts the output volume level. • GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. Particularly, Crosshair function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. To active GamePlus: Press GamePlus Button to enter the GamePlus main menu. • • Activate Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter or Display Alignment function. • Move the ) button up/down to select and press ) to confirm the function needed. Press to go off, and exit. • Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter is movable by pressing 5-way key. GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair GamePlus-Timer ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series...
  • Page 25 GamePlus- GamePlus- FPS Counter Display Alignment • QuickFit: contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 1 Alignment Grid 2 Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen. Letter Letter EXIT EXIT EXIT Chapter 3: General Instruction...
  • Page 26 German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croacia, Hungary, Romania, Portugal, Turkey, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Thai, Indonesian, and Ukraine . • Key Lock: Disable all key functions. Pressing down key for more than five seconds to disable key lock function. • Information: Displays the monitor information. • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off. • Power Key Lock: To disable / enable power key. • All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode. ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series...
  • Page 27 Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys. VY279HF Splendid Signal Brightness 1920 x 1080 100 Hz Standard Mode HDMI Shortcut 1 Shortcut Shortcut 2 Back/Exit Enter • Shortcut 1: User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume”, “GamePlus”, “QuickFit”, “Rest Reminder”, “Color Augmentation”,“Energy Saving” and set as shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness. • Shortcut 2: User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “Splendid”, “Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume”, “GamePlus”, “QuickFit”, “Rest Reminder”, “Color Augmentation”,“Energy Saving” and set as shortcut key. The default setting is Energy Saving. 3-10 Chapter 3: General Instruction...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    <15 W Chassis Colors Black < 0.5W Power saving mode < 0.3W Power off mode Tilt -5° ~ +23° VESA Wall Mounting Yes (100mm x 100mm) Phys. Dimension with stand 61.3 x 43.6 x 20.2 cm (WxHxD) Phys. Dimension without stand (WxHxD) 61.3 x 36.5 x 5.0 cm (For VESA Wall Mount) Box Dimension (WxHxD) 67.9 x 44.5 x 14.8 cm Net Weight (Esti.) 4.11 kg Gross Weight (Esti.) 6.0 kg Voltage Rating AC 100~240V(Built-in) Temperature(operation) 0℃~40℃ ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series 3-11...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    Troubleshooting (FAQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • 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. And turn on this function to turn on the power LED light. 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. • Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the pins are bent.

  • Page 30: Supported Timing List

    MAC Modes, Factory Preset Timing Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640x480 67Hz 35kHz VESA Modes, User Available Timing Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 1280x720(RB) 60Hz 44.444kHz 1280x720 60Hz 44.772kHz 1680x1050(RB) 60Hz 64.674kHz 1920x1080 60Hz 66.587kHz ASUS LCD Monitor VY279HF Series 3-13...
  • Page 31 SD/HD Timings HDMI1.4,CEA-861B Formats, SD/HD Supported Primary Timings of (HDMI input only) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 480 P 59.94/60Hz 31.469/31.5kHz 720 x 480 P 59.94/60Hz 31.469/31.5kHz 720 x 576 P 50Hz 31.25kHz 1280 x 720 P 50Hz 37.5kHz 1280 x 720 P 59.94/60Hz 44.955/45kHz HDMI1.4,CEA-861B Formats, SD/HD Supported Optional Timings of (HDMI input only) Resolution Refresh Rate...

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