Asus Vk278q User Guide

  
VE278Q/VK278Q Series 
LED Monitor
User Guide
VE278Q
VK278Q
July  2010
 

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Copyright © 2010 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 in\
to any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, w\
ithout the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired,...

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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.	These	limits	
are	designed	to	provide...

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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...

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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...

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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.
  

1-1ASUS	LED	Monitor	VE278Q/VK278Q	Series
1.1 Welcome!
Thank	you	for	purchasing	the	ASUS®	VE278Q/VK278Q	Series	LED	monitor!
The	latest	widescreen	LED	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	VE278Q/VK278Q	Series	brings	you!
1.2 Package contents
Check	your	VE278Q/VK278Q	Series	LED	monitor	package	for	the	following	items:...

1-2Chapter	1:	Product	Introduction
1.3 Assembling the monitor base
To assemble the monitor base:
1.	 Attach	 the	base	 to	the	 arm	 and	fix	with	 the	screw	 to	join	 them	 tightly.	 You	can	
easily	tighten	the	screw	by	fingers.
2.	 Adjust	the	monitor	to	the	angle	that	is	most	comfortable	for	you.
We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent\
 
damage	to	the	monitor.
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Make sure to screw the base to the arm tightly.
1.4  Connect cables
To connect cables:
Connect	the	cables...

1-3ASUS	LED	Monitor	VE278Q/VK278Q	Series
1.5 Monitor introduction
1.5.1  Front of the LED monitor
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1. 	Button:
•	Automatically	adjust	the	image	to	its	optimized	position,	clock,	and	
phase	by	long	pressing	this	button	for	2-4	seconds	(for	VGA	mode	only).
•	Use	this	hot	key	to	switch	from	six	video	preset	modes	(Scenery	Mode,	
Standard	Mode,	Theater	Mode,	Game	Mode,	Night	View	Mode,	and	
sRGB	Mode)	with	SPLENDID™	Video	Enhancement	Technology.
•	Exit	the	OSD	menu	or	go	back	to	the	previous	menu	as...

1-4Chapter	1:	Product	Introduction
5. 	Button:
•	Press this button to increase the value of the function selected or move\
 
right/up	to	the	next	function.
•	This	is	also	a	hot	key	for	Brightness	adjustment.
6. 	Input	Select	Button:
•	Use	this	hot	key	to	switch	from	VGA,	DVI,	HDMI	and	DisplayPort	input	
signal.
Press 	(Input	Select	button)	to	display	HDMI	signals	
after you connect HDMI cable with the monitor.
7. 	Power	Button/Power	Indicator:
•	Press	this	button	to	turn	the	monitor	on/off.
•	The color...