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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.
All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
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NOTE: Energy Star is NOT supported on FreeDOS and Linux-based operating system. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS LCD monitor! The latest widescreen LCD monitor from ASUS provides a broader, brighter and crystal-clear display, plus a host of features that enhance your viewing experience. With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual...
Monitor introduction 1.3.1. Front.view Power button/power indicator • Turns the monitor on/off. • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White Amber Standby mode Menu button: • Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off. •...
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Shortcut • Press this button to display the OSD menu when the OSD is off. • Default: Blue light filter hotkey • To change the hotkey function, go to the Shortcut > Shortcut 2 menu. ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor...
1.3.2. Back.view Kensington.lock.slot. Power.switch. Press the switch to turn on/off power. AC-IN.port. This port connects the power cord. DVI.port. This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital signal connection. HDMI.port. This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible device. DisplayPort.in.
The detachable arm/base of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. To detach the arm/base: Have the front of the monitor face down on a table. Press the release button, and then detach the arm/base from the monitor (Figure 2). (Figure 1) (Figure 2) ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor...
We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor. • The VESA wall mount kit (100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately. • Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 22.7kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm) Adjusting the monitor •...
Upstream: Use the supplied USB Type-B to Type-A cable. Make sure your computer is installed with the latest Windows 7/Windows 8.1/ Windows 10 operating system. That will enable the USB ports on the monitor to work. ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor...
» Downstream: Plug the USB Type-A cable of your device to the monitor's USB Type-A jack. When these cables are connected, you can choose the desired signal from the Input Select item in the OSD menu. Turning on the monitor Press the power button .
Highlight the desired sub-menu function and press to activate it. Press to change the settings of the selected function. To exit and save the OSD menu, press repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. To adjust other functions, repeat steps 1-4. ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor...
This function contains 9 sub-functions you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode. ASUS PA278QV ProArt Preset Standard Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440@ 60Hz...
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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. Enabling this function automatically turns off ECO Mode. ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor...
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Macular Degeneration). Blue light Filter to reduce 70% (max.) harmful blue light to avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome). ProArt.Palette Set a desired color setting from this menu. ASUS PA278QV ProArt Palette Standard Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440@ 60Hz Bright n ess...
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4:3 is only available when input source is in 4:3 format. OverScan is only available for the HDMI input source. •. VividPixel: Enhances the outline of the displayed picture and generates high-quality images on screen. •. ASCR: Turns on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor...
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Sound You can adjust Volume, Mute and Source from this menu. ASUS PA278QV Sound Standard Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440@ 60Hz Volume Mut e Sou rce •. Volume: the adjusting range is from 0 to 100. •. Mute: toggles the monitor sound between on and off.
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Enables or disables the DDC/CI function. Adjusts the OSD background from opaque to transparent. Adjusts the OSD rotation. •. QuickFit: Allows users to have a preview of the document or photo layout directly on screen without printing test copies. ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor...
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Ruler: This pattern presents physical ruler on top and left side. You can press the Return button for longer than 3 seconds to switch the measurements between metric and imperial. Alignment: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid A4: Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen.
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Shortcut.1/Shortcut.2: Selects a function for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons. When a certain function is selected or activated, your shortcut key may not support. Available function choices for shortcut: Blue Light Filter, Brightness, Contrast, Color Temp., QuickFit, User Mode 1, User Mode 2. ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor...
• Ensure that the HDMI/DisplayPort cable is properly connected to the monitor and the computer. • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and HDMI/DisplayPort device. • Ensure that the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. ASUS PA278QV Series LCD Monitor 3-13...