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... OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. No part of this manual may or...service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of alteration is defaced or missing. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS...
... OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. No part of this manual may or...service will not be registered trademarks or copyrights of alteration is defaced or missing. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. or (2) the serial number of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS...
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...information v Care & Cleaning vi Takeback Services vii 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-4 1.3.3 QuickFit Function 1-5 2.1 Assembling the monitor base 2-1 2.1.1 Assembling the base 2-1 2.1.2 Detaching the base 2-2 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-3 2.3 Connecting the cables 2-3 2.4 Turning on the monitor 2-4 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications Summary 3-4 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-6 3.4 Supported operating modes 3-7 iii
...information v Care & Cleaning vi Takeback Services vii 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Monitor introduction 1-2 1.3.1 Front view 1-2 1.3.2 Back view 1-4 1.3.3 QuickFit Function 1-5 2.1 Assembling the monitor base 2-1 2.1.1 Assembling the base 2-1 2.1.2 Detaching the base 2-2 2.2 Adjusting the monitor 2-3 2.3 Connecting the cables 2-3 2.4 Turning on the monitor 2-4 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3-1 3.1.1 How to reconfigure 3-1 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 3-1 3.2 Specifications Summary 3-4 3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ 3-6 3.4 Supported operating modes 3-7 iii
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...® guidelines for help. This product implements power management functionality. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. This class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in the...
...® guidelines for help. This product implements power management functionality. Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. This class B digital apparatus complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment generates, uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from digital apparatus set out in the...
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... the power supply is provided. • The monitor should be used for ventilation. Never place this product near or over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are provided for a long period of power source...
... the power supply is provided. • The monitor should be used for ventilation. Never place this product near or over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Safety information • Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are provided for a long period of power source...
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... uneven brightness on the screen depending on the screen, as it is displayed for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your dealer or service center to disconnect the cables and power cord. Care & Cleaning • Before you lift or reposition your monitor, it may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off...
... uneven brightness on the screen depending on the screen, as it is displayed for hours. • When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore, contact your dealer or service center to disconnect the cables and power cord. Care & Cleaning • Before you lift or reposition your monitor, it may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock. Turn off the Power Switch and turn off...
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Thank you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! 1.1 Welcome! With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the monitor brings to you for the following items: LCD monitor 1 x Adapter 1 x Power cable 1 x VGA cable 1 x DVI-HDMI cable 1 x Audio cable 1 x Quick start guide 1 x Warranty card If any of features that enhance your retailer immediately. CAUTION ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 1-1 The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader...
Thank you ! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for purchasing the ASUS® LCD monitor! 1.1 Welcome! With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the monitor brings to you for the following items: LCD monitor 1 x Adapter 1 x Power cable 1 x VGA cable 1 x DVI-HDMI cable 1 x Audio cable 1 x Quick start guide 1 x Warranty card If any of features that enhance your retailer immediately. CAUTION ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 1-1 The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a crisper, broader...
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... VGA mode only). 3. • • Button: Decreases values or moves your selection right/up. Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by pressing this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. Volume hotkey 4. Input Select Button: • Selects an available input source. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction MENU Button: • Turns on the OSD menu...
... VGA mode only). 3. • • Button: Decreases values or moves your selection right/up. Automatically adjusts the image to its optimized position, clock, and phase by pressing this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes (Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB) with SPLENDID™ Video Intelligence Technology. Volume hotkey 4. Input Select Button: • Selects an available input source. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction MENU Button: • Turns on the OSD menu...
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Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to display HDMI signals after you connect HDMI cable with the monitor. 7. Status White Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 1-3 Press (Input Select button) to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below.
Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this button to display HDMI signals after you connect HDMI cable with the monitor. 7. Status White Amber OFF Description ON Standby mode OFF ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 1-3 Press (Input Select button) to turn the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below.
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Earphone jack: This port connects to an earphone. 5. DC-in port: This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 4. Kensington Lock: This port connects a lock-and-cable apparatus for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 2. HDMI port: This port is for PC VGA connection. 3. 1.3.2 Back view HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA 6 4 1. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for security purposes. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Audio-in port: This port connects the adapter. 6.
Earphone jack: This port connects to an earphone. 5. DC-in port: This port connects PC audio source by the bundled audio cable. 4. Kensington Lock: This port connects a lock-and-cable apparatus for connection with an HDMI compatible device. 2. HDMI port: This port is for PC VGA connection. 3. 1.3.2 Back view HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA 6 4 1. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for security purposes. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Audio-in port: This port connects the adapter. 6.
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... of the screen will guide users to have a preview of the document or photo layout directly on screen without printing test copies. QuickFit ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 1-5 QuickFit has three patterns: a. When QuickFit is activated, press the control buttons to organize content and layout on the screen. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to make selections. The QuickFit OSD displayed in real size on one...
... of the screen will guide users to have a preview of the document or photo layout directly on screen without printing test copies. QuickFit ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 1-5 QuickFit has three patterns: a. When QuickFit is activated, press the control buttons to organize content and layout on the screen. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to make selections. The QuickFit OSD displayed in real size on one...
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Carefully put the front of the base, and remove the base from the stand. • We recommend that you may directly use a screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the base to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Or, you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. • Hold the base while removing the screw. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 2-2 2.1.2 Detaching the base 1. Use your fingers to the stand, and detach the base from the stand. 3. Disconnect power and signal cables.
Carefully put the front of the base, and remove the base from the stand. • We recommend that you may directly use a screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the base to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Or, you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. • Hold the base while removing the screw. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 2-2 2.1.2 Detaching the base 1. Use your fingers to the stand, and detach the base from the stand. 3. Disconnect power and signal cables.
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... can adjust the monitor's angle from -5˚ to 20˚. -5 to +20 It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2.3 Connecting the cables Connect the cables according to the following instructions: HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA HDMI Audio-in DC-IN VGA Earphone jack • To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio cable to the monitor's Audio-in port, the other end to the computer's audio-out port. 2-3 Chapter 2: Setup
... can adjust the monitor's angle from -5˚ to 20˚. -5 to +20 It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle. 2.3 Connecting the cables Connect the cables according to the following instructions: HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA HDMI-1 HDMI-2 VGA HDMI Audio-in DC-IN VGA Earphone jack • To connect the audio cable: connect one end of the audio cable to the monitor's Audio-in port, the other end to the computer's audio-out port. 2-3 Chapter 2: Setup
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... power cord: a. Plug one end of the power button. b. Connect the other end to show that the monitor ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 2-4 Tighten the two screws to the monitor's DC input. lights up in the OSD menu. 2.4 Turning on the monitor Press the power button . When multiple video cable signals are connected, you can choose the desired input by pressing the Input Select key or select from the Input Select item in white to a power outlet. • To connect the VGA/HDMI cable: a. Connect...
... power cord: a. Plug one end of the power button. b. Connect the other end to show that the monitor ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 2-4 Tighten the two screws to the monitor's DC input. lights up in the OSD menu. 2.4 Turning on the monitor Press the power button . When multiple video cable signals are connected, you can choose the desired input by pressing the Input Select key or select from the Input Select item in white to a power outlet. • To connect the VGA/HDMI cable: a. Connect...
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... and to change the settings of the selected function. 4. Press and to navigate Image Input Select Theater Mode Game Mode through the sub-menu functions. In the sRGB, the Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you can select for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. Press the MENU button MX279...
... and to change the settings of the selected function. 4. Press and to navigate Image Input Select Theater Mode Game Mode through the sub-menu functions. In the sRGB, the Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Color Temp., Skin Tone, Sharpness, and ASCR functions are not user-configurable. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you can select for viewing photos and graphics from PCs. Press the MENU button MX279...
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...100 (only available for HDMI input.) • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function (only available in Scenery Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode) • Position: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user-configurable; The adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. 3. MX279 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. In the User Mode, colors of the image. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279...
...100 (only available for HDMI input.) • ASCR: turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function (only available in Scenery Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode) • Position: adjusts the horizontal postition (H-Position) and the vertical position (V-Position) of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user-configurable; The adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100. 3. MX279 Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Brightness Contrast Saturation Color Temp. In the User Mode, colors of the image. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279...
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... (pixel frequency) controls the number of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language. The selections are English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. • Information: Display the monitor information of the pixel clock signal. • Phase adjusts the phase of Input Port, Resolution, H-freq., V-freq, and Model Name. • All Reset: Set to "Yes" to revert all settings to the factory default status. 3-3 Chapter 3: General Instruction MX279 Splendid Color Image Input...
... (pixel frequency) controls the number of the OSD screen. • Language: Select OSD language. The selections are English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese. • Information: Display the monitor information of the pixel clock signal. • Phase adjusts the phase of Input Port, Resolution, H-freq., V-freq, and Model Name. • All Reset: Set to "Yes" to revert all settings to the factory default status. 3-3 Chapter 3: General Instruction MX279 Splendid Color Image Input...
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...) Auto adjustment Yes (by hotkey) Color temperature selection 4 color temperatures Skin-Tone selection 3 skin tones Digital input HDMI v1.3 (x2) Analog input D-Sub Audio-in port 3.5 mm Mini-jack Earphone jack Yes (only for HDMI) Kensington Lock Slot Yes Auto Adjustment Hotkey Yes Brightness Adjustment Hotkey Yes Volume Adjustment Hotkey Yes Input Selection Hotkey Yes Colors Black Speaker (Built-in) 2 x 3 W Power LED White (On) / Amber (Standby) Tilt -5° ~ +20° ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 3-4 3.2 Specifications Summary Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size 27...
...) Auto adjustment Yes (by hotkey) Color temperature selection 4 color temperatures Skin-Tone selection 3 skin tones Digital input HDMI v1.3 (x2) Analog input D-Sub Audio-in port 3.5 mm Mini-jack Earphone jack Yes (only for HDMI) Kensington Lock Slot Yes Auto Adjustment Hotkey Yes Brightness Adjustment Hotkey Yes Volume Adjustment Hotkey Yes Input Selection Hotkey Yes Colors Black Speaker (Built-in) 2 x 3 W Power LED White (On) / Amber (Standby) Tilt -5° ~ +20° ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 3-4 3.2 Specifications Summary Panel Type TFT LCD Panel Size 27...
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..., Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Turkey, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, DVI-HDMI cable, Audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHQL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label, J-Moss *Adaptor has PSE Regulation approvals. *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3-5 Chapter 3: General Instruction
..., Czech, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Portuguese, Turkey, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean Persian, Thai, Indonesian) Adapter, Power cable, VGA cable, DVI-HDMI cable, Audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, c-Tick, VCCI, Windows Vista & 7 WHQL, EuP, RoHS, WEEE, EPEAT, HDMI, Energy Star® 5.1, China Energy Label, J-Moss *Adaptor has PSE Regulation approvals. *Specifications subject to change without notice. 3-5 Chapter 3: General Instruction
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... H-Position or V-Position settings via OSD. No sound or sound is low • Make sure the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor. • Adjust the volume settings of the pins are bent. • Perform Reset via OSD. • Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) • Inspect the signal cable and make sure that may cause electrical interference. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 3-6 The power LED lights amber and • Check...
... H-Position or V-Position settings via OSD. No sound or sound is low • Make sure the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor. • Adjust the volume settings of the pins are bent. • Perform Reset via OSD. • Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color Temperature via OSD. Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) • Inspect the signal cable and make sure that may cause electrical interference. ASUS LCD Monitor MX279 3-6 The power LED lights amber and • Check...
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3.4 Supported operating modes Mode DOS VGA SVGA XGA VESA SXGA WXGA Resolution Refresh Rate 720x400@70Hz 640x480@60Hz 640x480@72Hz 640x480@75Hz 800x600@... 60.023 67.5 63.981 79.976 60.000 49.702 45.00 47.776 47.712 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 70.087 59.940 72.809 75.000 56.250 60.317 72.188 75.000...27 * Modes not listed in the table above. * This monitor supports full HD (480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i/p) video content from game consoles, DVD players and other consumer video devices via HDMI. 3-7 Chapter 3: General Instruction For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in...
3.4 Supported operating modes Mode DOS VGA SVGA XGA VESA SXGA WXGA Resolution Refresh Rate 720x400@70Hz 640x480@60Hz 640x480@72Hz 640x480@75Hz 800x600@... 60.023 67.5 63.981 79.976 60.000 49.702 45.00 47.776 47.712 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 70.087 59.940 72.809 75.000 56.250 60.317 72.188 75.000...27 * Modes not listed in the table above. * This monitor supports full HD (480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i/p) video content from game consoles, DVD players and other consumer video devices via HDMI. 3-7 Chapter 3: General Instruction For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in...