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. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.
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• Please use ADP-230GB B of DELTA adapter. WARNING Usage of other than specified head- or earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressures. 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...
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. •...
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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.
® 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...
Assembling the monitor To assemble the monitor: Take out four box handle from bottom of carton box. Take out upper carton box. Take out accessory carton box from upper EPS. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
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Take out upper EPS. Take out monitor. ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series...
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Use screwdriver to install AuraSync Projecter. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
Rear of the LCD monitor HDMI-2 HDMI-1 DCIN Audio in Earphone Jack USB Downstream Port USB Downstream Port USB Upstream Port HDMI-3 Port HDMI-2 Port HDMI-1 Port DisplayPort 10. AURA SYNC Port 11. DC-IN Port 12. Kensington Lock ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series...
Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the monitor settings. Power Indicator: • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status Description White Amber Standby mode Power Button:...
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.
Detach the stand (arm and base) from 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 28.8 kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm). ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series...
OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 How to reconfigure HDMI-1 3840x2160@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura Color Cycle ROG Strix XG438 HDR OFF GameVisual Scenery Mode GamePlus Racing Mode Color Cinema Mode Image RTS/RPG Mode PIP/PBP Setting FPS Mode Input Select sRGB Mode System Setup...
3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction GameVisual HDMI-1 3840x2160@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura Color Cycle ROG Strix XG438 HDR OFF GameVisual Scenery Mode GamePlus Racing Mode Color Cinema Mode Image RTS/RPG Mode PIP/PBP Setting FPS Mode Input Select sRGB Mode System Setup...
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GamePlus HDMI-1 3840x2160@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura Color Cycle ROG Strix XG438 HDR OFF Crosshair GameVisual GamePlus Timer Color FPS Counter Image Display Alignment PIP/PBP Setting Input Select System Setup MyFavorite MOVE/ENTER BACK EXIT • Crosshair: Activate Crosshair function. •...
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GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair (Practice Mode) GamePlus-Timer GamePlus-FPS Counter GamePlus NEXT BACK/EXIT Chapter 3: General Instruction...
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Color Select the image color you like from this function. HDMI-1 3840x2160@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura Color Cycle ROG Strix XG438 HDR OFF GameVisual Brightness Contrast GamePlus Saturation Color Color Temp. Image Gamma PIP/PBP Setting Input Select System Setup MyFavorite...
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HDR: High Dynamic Range. Contains three HDR modes (ASUS Cinema HDR, ASUS Gaming HDR and FreeSync2 HDR). ASUS Cinema HDR and ASUS Gaming HDR are selectable when input video is not AMD FreeSync2 HDR. FreeSync2 HDR is selectable when connected to AMD FreeSync2 HDR video. (FreeSync2 HDR non-support under HDMI mode).
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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). ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series...
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PIP/PBP Setting The PIP/PBP Setting allows you to open up sub-window(s) connected from any video source. HDMI-1 3840x2160@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura Color Cycle ROG Strix XG438 HDR OFF PIP/PBP Mode GameVisual GamePlus PIP/PBP Source Color Color setting Image PIP Size...
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Input Select Select the input source: • HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3 and DisplayPort HDMI-1 3840x2160@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura Color Cycle ROG Strix XG438 HDR OFF HDMI-1 GameVisual GamePlus HDMI-2 HDMI-3 Color Image DisplayPort PIP/PBP Setting Input Select System Setup MyFavorite...
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System Setup Adjusts the system configuration. HDMI-1 3840x2160@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura Color Cycle ROG Strix XG438 HDR OFF Aura Sync GameVisual Aura RGB GamePlus Sound Color USB Hub Image Shortcut PIP/PBP Setting OSD Setup Input Select Language System Setup Information MyFavorite MOVE/ENTER...
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See page 3-12 for information on how to customize Aura light effects from your computer. MyFavorite Load/Save all settings on the monitor. HDMI-1 3840x2160@ 60Hz Racing Mode Aura Color Cycle ROG Strix XG438 HDR OFF Setting 1 GameVisual Setting 2 GamePlus Color...
If the USB upstream connection between the monitor and computer is disconnected, to resume the Aura function, you need to re-connect the USB 3.0 upstream port of the monitor to the computer and then restart the computer. Visit https://rog.asus.com/innovation/armoury_crate/ for more details. 3-12 Chapter 3: General Instruction...
974.58 x 631.31 x 301.46 mm(XG438QR) Phys. Dimension without 974.58 x 570.62 x 74.6 mm stand (WxHxD) 1069 x 722 x 295 mm(XG438Q) Box Dimension (WxHxD) 1069 x 722 x 374mm(XG438QR) Net Weight with Stand 15.3 kg 15.6kg (Esti.) ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series 3-13...
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Net Weight without Stand 14.2kg (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) 22.8 kg 23.7 kg Temperature (operating) 0°C ~ 35°C Voltage Rating AC 100~240V(Built-in) 3-14 Chapter 3: General Instruction...
No sound or sound is low • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer. • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated. • Check the audio source. ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series 3-15...
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The following function is • To set PIP/PBP mode will disable Adaptive- disabled automatically. Sync/FreeSync and HDR decoded • Adaptive-Sync/ automatically. FreeSync • Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync is selectable after turn • HDR decoded off PIP/PBP mode. • Dynamic Dimming • HDR decoded is enabled automatically in PIP/ PBP off mode.
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HDMI Support Timing table 640x480@60Hz 640x480@67Hz 640x480@72Hz 640x480@75Hz 720x400@70Hz 800x600@56Hz 800x600@60Hz 800x600@72Hz 800x600@75Hz 1024x768@60Hz 1024x768@70Hz 1024x768@75Hz 1152x864@75Hz 1280x720@60Hz 1280x960@60Hz 1280x1024@60Hz 1440x900@60Hz 1680x1050@60Hz 1920x1080@50Hz 1920x1080@60Hz 2560x1440@120Hz 3840x1080@60Hz 3840x2160@60Hz 480P@60Hz 576P@50Hz 720P@50Hz 720P@60Hz 1080P@50Hz 1080P@60Hz 1080P@120Hz * The modes not listed in the above tables may not be supported. For optimal resolution, we recommend that you choose a mode listed in the above tables.