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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.
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 reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can...
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.
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 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.
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.
Chapter 1: Product Introduction Welcome! ® Thank you for purchasing the ASUS LCD Gaming 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! Package Contents Check your package for the following items: LCD Monitor Quick Start Guide Warranty Card 1x Power Cord 1x DisplayPort Cable ROG Pouch ROG Sticker If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
OSD menu. button right to activate the GamePlus hotkey. • Move the button up to activate the GameVisual hotkey. • Move the button down to activate the Volume hotkey. • Move the To change the preset hotkey function, go to the MyFavorite > Shortcut menu. ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
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When the OSD menu is ON: • Press the button to enact the selected OSD menu item. • Move the button right to enter the submenu. • Move the button left to return to the previous menu or exit the menu. • Move the button up to move your selection up or increase value.
• The port offers max. 5V/3A. USB Type-C port supports power delivery and data. USB Type-C port supports power delivery and data transmission. Connecting the USB type-C to type-A cable only enables the USB type-A ports (downstream) on the monitor. • Disclaimer: Connected USB Type-C Devices need to support DP Alt mode. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord. Kensington lock slot ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
1.3.3 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 several crosshair options letting 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. You can select the magnification ratio and the type of alignment in sequence. To activate GamePlus: Move the button right. Move the button up/down to select among different functions. Press the button or move the button right to confirm the function you choose, and move the button up/down to navigate through the settings. Move the button left to go back, off, or exit.
1.3.4 GameVisual Function The GameVisual function helps you select among different picture modes in a convenient way. To activate GameVisual: Press the GameVisual shortcut button. Move the button up/down to select the desired setting. • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with GameVisual Video intelligence Technology. • Racing Mode: This is the best choice for racing game playing with GameVisual Video intelligence Technology. • Cinema Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with GameVisual Video intelligence Technology.
Chapter 2: Setup Attaching the Stand Align and install the base to the stand. Then fix the base to the stand by fastening the bundled screw. Align and install the stand to its compartment on the rear of the monitor. Carefully remove the monitor from the EPS packaging. Place the monitor on a stable surface in the upright position. ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
2.2 Cable Management You can organize the cables by arranging them as shown in the illustration below: 2.3 Detaching the Stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. Press the release button to detach the stand from the monitor. Remove the stand. Then install the wall mount bracket on the rear of the monitor. 100mm 100mm •...
AC IN input and the other end to a power outlet. To connect the DisplayPort/HDMI/USB Type-C cable: • a. Plug one end of the DisplayPort/HDMI/ USB type-C cable to the monitor’s DisplayPort/ HDMI/USB type-C port. b. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort/HDMI/USB type-C cable to your computer's DisplayPort/HDMI/USB type-C port. To use the earphone: Connect the end with 3.5mm audio jack to the • monitor’s earphone jack. ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
2.5 Turning On the Monitor Press the button on the monitor to turn on the monitor. If the Power Indicator function is enabled and an input source is detected, the power LED will light up white to indicate that the monitor is turned on. The power LED will light up in Power Saving mode. You can also press any button to turn on the monitor when the monitor is turned off.
2.6 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 ±110 mm. -5° 20° 110mm 25° 25° ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
Chapter 3: General Instructions OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu 3.1.1 How to Reconfigure Use the control buttons on the monitor to navigate through the menu and make adjustments. GameVisual Input Select ROG STRIX XG32WCS Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 180 Hz Variable OD Gaming Variable Refresh Rate ELMB Setup Image GamePlus...
• Variable Refresh Rate can only be activated within 48Hz- 144Hz for HDMI and 48Hz-180Hz for DisplayPort and USB Type-C. • For supported GPUs, minimum PC system and driver requirements, please contact the GPU manufactures. • The following function will be disabled when Variable Refresh Rate turn on. – PIP/PBP – ELMB – Aspect Control ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
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See 1.3.3 GamePlus Function for details. • GameVisual: Select the picture mode. See 1.3.4 GameVisual Function for details. HDR function will be disabled when GameVisual is turned on. • Shadow Boost: Adjust the monitor gamma curve to enrich the dark tones in an image, making dark scenes and objects much easier to be seen. • ASUS DisplayWidget Center: Display a QR code for you to access the information about ASUS DisplayWidget Center. Chapter 3: General Instruction...
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ELMB – ELMB Sync – ELMB Setup – PIP/PBP – GameVisual – Shadow Boost – Contrast – Blue Light Filter – Color Temp. – Gamma – Saturation – Power Saving Mode – Display Color Space – Six-axis Saturation – Sound Source ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
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• ASCR: Turn on/off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio) function. • The following function will be disabled when ASCR turn on. – PIP/PBP – ELMB – ELMB Sync • Aspect Control: Select the aspect ratio and adjust the screen position. • The following function will be disabled when Aspect Control turn – Variable Refresh Rate – PIP/PBP – ELMB – ELMB Sync • Blue Light Filter: Reduce the energy level of blue light emitted from the harmful blue light. OFF: No change. • Level 1~4: The higher the level, the less blue light is • scattered. When Blue Light Filter is activated, the default settings of Racing Mode will be automatically imported. Ô Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-configurable.
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Color Temp. Saturation Image Six-axis Saturation Gamma Color Input Select PIP/PBP Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Display Color Space: Select the color space for the monitor color output. • Color Temp.: Contains 8 modes including 4000K, 5000K, 6500K, 7500K , 8200K, 9300K, 10000K and User mode. • Saturation: Adjust the saturation level. • Six-axis Saturation: Adjust the saturation for R, G, B, C, M, Y. • Gamma: Allows you to set the color mode to 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.4 and 2.6. ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
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Select your desired input source and toggle the Auto Input Detection function between on and off. The monitor input source will not automatically switch when the Auto Input Detection function is disabled. GameVisual Input Select ROG STRIX XG32WCS Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 180 Hz Auto Input Detection Gaming...
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Color Setting Image PIP Size Color Input Select PIP/PBP Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • PIP/PBP Mode: Selects PIP, PBP mode or turns it off. • PIP/PBP Source: Selects the video input source for each PIP/ PBP window. • Color Setting: Sets GameVisual mode for each PIP/PBP window. • PIP Size: Adjusts the PIP size to Small, Middle, or Large. This option is only available for PIP mode. ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
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MyFavorite Assign a function to the shortcut button, save the current system configurations, or restore the system configuration. GameVisual Input Select ROG STRIX XG32WCS Racing Mode DisplayPort 2560 x 1440 180 Hz Shortcut MyFavorite Customized Setting System Setup Volume 50 Back Enter Exit • Shortcut: Assign a function for the designated shortcut button. • Customized Setting: Load/Save all settings on the monitor. System Setup Adjust the system configurations. GameVisual Input Select ROG STRIX XG32WCS...
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Would you like to switch to standard mode? • OSD Setup: Configure the OSD menu related settings. • OSD Position: Set the OSD menu position. • OSD Timeout: Adjust the OSD timeout. Transparency: Adjust the OSD background from opaque to • transparent. DDC/CI: Enable/Disable the DDC/CI function. • • DisplayPort Stream: Compatibility with graphic card. Select DisplayPort 1.2, or DisplayPort 1.4 by graphic card supported DP version. • Information: Display the monitor information. • All Reset: Select Yes to revert all settings to the factory default mode. 3-10 ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...
• Perform All Reset via OSD. • Select the appropriate color temperature (Color Temp.) via OSD. HDR content is not played • Make sure the input source supports HDR properly playback (with proper system settings and latest software). • Make sure the content is HDR encoded. 3-14 ROG Strix XG32WCS Gaming Monitor...