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ASUS LCD Monitor MX27A Series

3.2  Specifications

Model

MX27AQ

Panel Size

27.0 inches(68.47cm) diagonal

Max. Resolution

2560 x 1440

Brightness (Typ.)

300 cd/m

2

Contrast Ratio (Typ.)

1000:1

Viewing Angle (CR≤10)

178

°

(V); 178

°

(H)

Display Colors

16.78M colors, 8Bit

Response Time (Typ.)

5 ms (Gray to Gray)

Terminals

Inputs: 1 MHL/HDMI, 2 HDMI, 1 DP (DisplayPort)

Audio outputs: Earphone out

Audio Speaker

Speaker output 3W x 2

Power consumption

38.67W (Typ); 46W (Max) 

Standby power consumption

< 0.5W at AC110V~ AC220V

Power off power consumption

< 0.5W at AC110V~ AC220V

Phys. Dimension (incl. base) (HxWxD)

429.5 x 614.4 x 225.4 mm

Box Dimension (HxWxD)

700 x 537 x 120 mm

Net Weight (incl. stand)

5.5 ±1.0 kg

Gross Weight (Esti.)

8.3 ±1.0 kg

Voltage Rating

65W Adaptor DC 19V 3.42A, AC100~240V at 50/60Hz

(Delta ADP-65GD B)

Temperature

Operating temperature: 0~40˚C
Storage temperature: -30 ~ 65˚C

Accessories

Adapter, Power cable, HDMI Cable, MHL Cable 
(optional), DisplayPort Cable (optional), Quick Start 
Guide, Warranty card

Regulation approvals

Energy Star®, UL/cUL, CB, CE, ErP, FCC, CCC, 
BSMI, CU, RCM, VCCI, J-MOSS, KCC, E-Standby, 
CEL, RoHS, WEEE, ISO 9241-307  Windows 7 & 
Windows 8.1 WHQL, EPEAT(by country)

*Adaptor has PSE Regulation approvals.

*Specifications subject to change without notice.

Summary of Contents for MX27A Series

Page 1: ...MX27A Series LCD Monitor User Guide ...

Page 2: ... PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIF...

Page 3: ...ct cables 1 3 1 4 1 Rear of the LCD monitor 1 3 1 5 Monitor introduction 1 4 1 5 1 Using the Controls button 1 4 1 5 2 QuickFit Function 1 6 2 1 Detaching the base 2 1 2 2 Adjusting the monitor 2 2 3 1 OSD On Screen Display menu 3 1 3 1 1 How to reconfigure 3 1 3 1 2 OSD Function Introduction 3 2 3 2 Specifications 3 10 3 3 Troubleshooting FAQ 3 11 3 4 Supported Timing List 3 12 ...

Page 4: ...mful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receive...

Page 5: ... power supply to your home consult your dealer or local power company Use the appropriate power plug which complies with your local power standard Do not overload power strips and extention cords Overloading can result in fire or electric shock Avoid dust humidity and temperature extremes Do not place the monitor in any area where it may become wet Place the monitor on a stable surface Unplug the ...

Page 6: ...The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the fluorescent light Turn off the Power Switch and turn it on again to make sure that the flicker disappears You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use When the same image is displayed for hours an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image The screen ...

Page 7: ...de optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer 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 ...

Page 8: ...g experience With these features you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual experience that the monitor brings to you 1 2 Package contents Check your package for the following items LCD monitor Monitor Base Quick Start Guide Warranty Card 1x Power Adapter 1x Power Cord 1x HDMI cable 1x MHL cable optional 1x DisplayPort cable optional If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact...

Page 9: ... face down on a table 2 Attach the base to the arm and fix with the screw to join them tightly You can easily tighten the screw by fingers 3 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 ...

Page 10: ...A Series 1 4 Connect cables 1 4 1 Rear of the LCD monitor HDMI 3 HDMI 2 MHL HDMI 1 HDMI 3 HDMI 2 MHL HDMI 1 7 6 1 2 4 5 3 1 Controls button 2 MHL HDMI ports 3 DisplayPort 4 Earphone jack 5 DC IN port 6 Speaker 7 Kensington Lock ...

Page 11: ...ch key 1 6 to activate the key list page Standard Mode MHL HDMI 1 2560 x 1440 60Hz Menu QuickFit Input Select Close Volume Blue Light Filter 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 1 Shortcut Key2 This is a Shortcut key The default setting is Level 0 2 Shortcut Key1 This is a Shortcut key The default setting is Volume 3 Close Button Exit the OSD menu 4 Input Button Switch the input source ...

Page 12: ...Fit function contains 5 pages of common grid patterns paper sizes and photo sizes See page 1 6 for details 6 Menu Button Enter the OSD menu 7 Power Button Power Indicator Press this button to turn the monitor on off The color definition of the power indicator is as the table below Status Description White ON Amber Standby mode OFF OFF ...

Page 13: ...tern Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel Alignment Grid 2 Paper size Provides users to view their documents in real size on the screen A4 Letter A4 Letter EXIT 3 Photo size Provides photographers and other users to accurately view and edit their photos in real size on the screen 3x5 2x2 4x6 8x10 5x7 ...

Page 14: ...an table 2 Use your fingers to loosen the screw located at the bottom of the base and remove the base from the stand 3 Or you may directly use a screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the base to the stand and detach the base from the stand We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor Hold the base while removing the screw ...

Page 15: ...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 while changing its angle You 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 ...

Page 16: ...Filter 1 Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu 2 Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu As you move from one icon to another the option name is highlighted 3 To select the highlighted item on the menu press the button 4 Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter 5 Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the and buttons according to the indicato...

Page 17: ...LENDID Video Intelligence Technology Standard Mode This is the best choice for document editing with SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology Theater Mode This is the best choice for movie watching with SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology Game Mode This is the best choice for game playing with SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology Night View Mode This is the best choice for playing dark scene ga...

Page 18: ...vel of blue light emitted from LED backlight Splendid Level 0 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 MX27A Standard Mode MHL HDMI 1 2560 x 1440 60Hz Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sound Blue Light Filter Level 0 No change Level 1 4 The higher the level the more blue light will be reduced When Blue Light Filter is activated the default settings of Standard Mode will be automatically import...

Page 19: ... brightness level The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 Contrast Adjust the contrast level The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 Saturation Adjust the saturation level The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 Color Temp Select the desired color temperature Available options Cool Normal Warm and User Mode In the User Mode colors of R Red G Green and B Blue are user configurable the adjusting range is fro...

Page 20: ...Hz Sharpness Adjust the picture sharpness The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 Trace Free Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology The adjusting range is from lower 0 to faster 100 Aspect Control Adjust the aspect ratio to Full or 4 3 4 3 is only available when input source is in 4 3 format VividPixel ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal clear and detail o...

Page 21: ...e User Mode Music Mode Movie Mode Volume Adjust the volume level AudioWizard Select the preset sound mode Available options Music Mode Movie Mode Gaming Mode and User Mode In the User Mode you can adjust the equalizer settings 6 Input Select Select the input source MX27A Standard Mode MHL HDMI 1 2560 x 1440 60Hz Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sound Blue Light Filter Splendid MHL HD...

Page 22: ...wer Indicator Power Key Lock All Reset MX27A Standard Mode MHL HDMI 1 2560 x 1440 60Hz Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sound Blue Light Filter Page 2 2 Splendid Demo Mode Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function GamePlus The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games Particularly Cross...

Page 23: ...arency of the OSD screen Language Select OSD language The selections are English French German Spanish Italian Dutch Russian Traditional Chinese Simplified Chinese Japanese Persian Thai Indonesian Poland Turkey Portugal Czech Croatia Hungary Romania and Korean Key Lock Pressing the second button on the right for more than five seconds to activate the key lock function More Return the next page of ...

Page 24: ...nput Select System Setup Sound Blue Light Filter Shortcut 1 Shortcut 2 Contrast Color Temp Volume Splendid Brightness MX27A Standard Mode MHL HDMI 1 2560 x 1440 60Hz GamePlus Blue Light Filter Shortcut 2 Shortcut 1 Assign a function to the Shortcut Key1 Available options Splendid Brightness Contrast Color Temp Volume GamePlus and Blue Light Filter The default setting is Volume Shortcut 2 Assign a ...

Page 25: ...sumption 0 5W at AC110V AC220V Phys Dimension incl base HxWxD 429 5 x 614 4 x 225 4 mm Box Dimension HxWxD 700 x 537 x 120 mm Net Weight incl stand 5 5 1 0 kg Gross Weight Esti 8 3 1 0 kg Voltage Rating 65W Adaptor DC 19V 3 42A AC100 240V at 50 60Hz Delta ADP 65GD B Temperature Operating temperature 0 40 C Storage temperature 30 65 C Accessories Adapter Power cable HDMI Cable MHL Cable optional Di...

Page 26: ...e pins are bent Connect the computer with another available monitor to check if the computer is properly working Screen image is too light or dark Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to the monitor and the computer Move electrical devices that may cause electrical interfe...

Page 27: ...ESA 1152x864 75Hz 1600 x 900 67 5 75 000 108 00 SXGA 1280x1024 60Hz 1688 x 1066 63 981 60 020 108 000 1280x1024 75Hz 1688 x 1066 79 976 75 025 135 00 1280x960 60Hz 1800 x 1000 60 000 60 000 108 00 WXGA 1280x800 60Hz 1680 x 831 49 702 59 810 83 500 1280x720 60Hz 1650 x 750 45 00 60 000 74 25 1280x768 60Hz 1664 x 798 47 776 59 870 79 5 1360x768 60Hz 1792 x 795 47 712 60 015 85 500 1366x768 60Hz 1792...

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