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Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 

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DisplayPort.Stream

: Compatibility with graphic card. Select DisplayPort 

1.1 or DisplayPort 1.2 by graphic card DP version.

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Keylock

: To disable all function keys. Press the second button from the 

top over five seconds to cancel the key lock function.

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Power.Indicator

: Turns the power LED indicator on/off.

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Information

: Shows the monitor information. 

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All.Reset

: “Yes” allows you to restore the default settings.

9.. Shortcut

Defines the functions for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons.

Shortcut 1

Shortcut 2

                

Shortcut

ASUS PA27A

Standard Mode  Thunderbolt  2560 x 1440@   60Hz

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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: Brightness, Contrast, PIP/
PBP Setting, Color Temp., Volume, User Mode 1, User Mode 2.

Summary of Contents for PA27A Series

Page 1: ...PA27A Series LCD Monitor User Guide ...

Page 2: ...HANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 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 T...

Page 3: ... Function 1 4 1 3 4 Other Functions 1 6 Chapter 2 Setup 2 1 Attaching the arm base 2 1 2 2 Detaching the arm base for VESA wall mount 2 1 2 3 Adjusting the monitor 2 2 2 4 Connecting the cables 2 4 2 5 Turning on the monitor 2 5 Chapter 3 General instructions 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 9 3 3 Troub...

Page 4: ...y 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 receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required...

Page 5: ...ies 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 unit during a lightning storm or if it will not be used for a long period of time This will protect the monitor ...

Page 6: ...he monitor and cause an electric shock The following symptoms are normal with the monitor 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 will recover slowly or you can turn off the Power Switch for hours When the screen beco...

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: ...e year product warranty Minimum three year availability of spare parts Product takeback Packaging Limits on hazardous substances in product packaging Packaging prepared for recycling Ergonomic User centered design Visual ergonomics in products with a display Adjustability for user comfort displays headsets Acoustic performance protection against sound spikes headsets and fan noise projectors compu...

Page 9: ...e 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 Power cord HDMI cable USB cable Thunderbolt cable 20Gbps DisplayPort cable Cable clip Support CD Color Calibration Testing Report Input Output port cover If any of the above ...

Page 10: ...n between on and off with a long press for 5 seconds 3 Input select button Selects an available input source Press button Input Select button to display HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDR Thunderbolt DisplayPort signals after you connect HDMI DisplayPort Thunderbolt cable with the monitor Thunderbolt is the default setting Select DisplayPort if you want to connect a DisplayPort device 4 QuickFit button This...

Page 11: ...ck view 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 9 8 10 11 1 Kensington lock slot 2 Power switch Press the switch to turn on off power 3 AC IN port This port connects the power cord 4 HDMI ports These ports are for connection with an HDMI compatible device HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 ports support HDMI 1 4 HDMI 3 HDR specially supports HDMI 2 0a with HDR solution 5 DisplayPort in This port is for connection with a DisplayPort compati...

Page 12: ...B keyboard mouse USB flash drive etc 10 USB 3 0 Type B This port is for connection with a USB upstream cable The connection enables the USB ports on the monitor Both Thunderbolt and USB Type B can be upstream port The first port plugged in will be recongnized as an upstream port If you would like change it to the other port disconnect current upstream source and plug in the other port 11 Earphone ...

Page 13: ...gnment Grid 2 A4 QuickFit provides standard A4 paper size for users to view their documents in real size on the screen A4 A4 3 B5 QuickFit provides standard B5 paper size for users to view their documents in real size on the screen B5 B5 4 Customization ...

Page 14: ... longer than 3 seconds to switch the measurements between metric and imperial Ruler 5 5 10 10 15 15 20 25 30 1 3 4 Other Functions 1 HDR The monitor supports HDR format in 2560 x 1440 resolution When detecting HDR content an HDR ON message will pop up and display in the Information page 2 Daisy chaining The monitor supports daisy chain on Thunderbolt ports Daisy Chaining allows multiple monitors t...

Page 15: ...hat you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent damage to the monitor 2 2 Detaching the arm base for VESA wall mount The detachable arm base of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount To detach the arm base 1 Have the front of the monitor face down on a table 2 Remove the input output port cover Figure 1 3 Press the release button and then detach the arm base from the mon...

Page 16: ...ng 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 23 to 5 and it allows 60 swivel adjustment from either left or right You can also adjust the monitor s height within 120 mm 120mm 60 0 60 23 5 Tilt Swi...

Page 17: ...um angle 3 Pivot the monitor to the angle you need 23 5 It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle 4 The OSD menu item will automatically rotate when the monitor rotates Menu Close Input Select QuickFit Brightness Blue Light Filter Menu Close Input Select QuickFit Brightness Blue Light Filter ...

Page 18: ... the monitor s USB upstream port and the larger end type A to your computer s USB 3 0 port 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 Downstream Plug the USB Type A Type C cable of your device to the monitor s USB Type A Type C jack To connect the Thunderbolt cable a Plug one end of th...

Page 19: ... 2 Attach the input output port cover and or cable clip if needed 2 5 Turning on the monitor Press the power button See page 1 2 for the location of the power button The power indicator lights up in white to show that the monitor is ON ...

Page 20: ...2 6 Chapter 2 Setup ...

Page 21: ...he sub menu functions Highlight the desired sub menu function and press the Menu 5 way button or move the Menu 5 way button to activate it 3 Move the Menu 5 way button up down to change the settings of the selected function 4 To exit and save the OSD menu press the button or move the Menu 5 way left repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears To adjust other functions repeat steps 1 3 3 1 2 OSD funct...

Page 22: ... quick access here Function Standard Mode sRGB Mode Scenery Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode User Mode 1 User Mode 2 Color Temp 6500K Disable 6500K Disable 6500K Disable Brightness 50 Disable 100 Enable Enable 50 Contrast 80 Disable 80 Disable 80 80 ASCR Disable Disable Off Disable Off Off Sharpness Disable Disable High 60 Middle 50 High 60 Middle 50 Saturation Disable Disable Middle 50 Disable Mid...

Page 23: ...sers should rest the eye periodically by focusing on objects that are far away Eye exercises can help to reduces eye strain Repeat these exercises often If eye strain continues please consult a physician Eye exercises 1 Repeating look up and down 2 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 Filte...

Page 24: ...rol Uniformity Compensation VividPixel ASCR Image ASUS PA27A Standard Mode Thunderbolt 2560 x 1440 60Hz Sharpness The adjusting range is from 0 to 100 Trace Free Adjusts the response time of the monitor Aspect Control Adjusts the aspect ratio to full 4 3 1 1 or OverScan 4 3 is only available when input source is in 4 3 format OverScan is only available for the HDMI input source Uniformity Compensa...

Page 25: ...n window from your original video source By activating this function the monitor displays up to 2 pictures from different video sources PIP PBP Mode PIP PBP Source Color Setting PIP Size PIP PBP Setting ASUS PA27A Standard Mode Thunderbolt 2560 x 1440 60Hz PIP PBP Mode Selects PIP PBP function or turn it off PIP PBP Source Selects the video input source from among HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDR DisplayP...

Page 26: ...olt Yes Yes Yes 7 Input Select In this function you can select your desired input source HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDR DisplayPort Thunderbolt Input Select ASUS PA27A Standard Mode Thunderbolt 2560 x 1440 60Hz Either DisplayPort or Thunderbolt can be automatically detected by the monitor The last selected source between DisplayPort and Thunderbolt will be automatically detected by the monitor alongside...

Page 27: ... minimum PC system and driver requirements please contact the GPU manufactures Power Saving 1st Level allows the USB downstream ports Thunderbolt ports to charge external devices when the monitor enters power saving mode Deep Level does not allow all ports to charge external devices and keeps DisplayPort Thunderbolt and USB signals from being automatically detected when the monitor enters power sa...

Page 28: ...ator on off Information Shows the monitor information All Reset Yes allows you to restore the default settings 9 Shortcut Defines the functions for Shortcut 1 and 2 buttons Shortcut 1 Shortcut 2 Shortcut ASUS PA27A Standard Mode Thunderbolt 2560 x 1440 60Hz 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 n...

Page 29: ...by Tilt 23 5 Swivel 60 60 Pivot 90 90 Height Adjustment 120 mm Kensington lock Yes AC input voltage AC 100 240V Power consumption Power On 25 W Typ Standby 0 5 W Typ Power Off 0 W Switch off Temperature Operating 0 C 40 C Temperature Non operating 20 C 60 C Dimension W x H x D 614 mm x 506 mm x 221 mm with stand highest 614 mm x 386 mm x 221 mm with stand lowest 614 mm x 353 mm x 55 mm without sta...

Page 30: ... Make sure the signal cable is properly connected the monitor and the computer Inspect the signal cable and make sure none of the 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 ...

Page 31: ...P 60 02 P 108 00 1280x1024 79 98 P 75 02 P 135 00 1366x768 47 712 P 59 79 P 85 50 1440x900 55 94 N 59 89 P 106 50 1600x1200 75 00 P 60 00 P 162 00 1680x1050 65 29 N 60 00 P 146 25 1920x1080 67 5 P 60 00 P 148 5 1920x1200 Reduced Blanking 74 038 P 59 95 N 154 1920x1200 74 556 N 59 885 P 193 25 2560x1080 66 636 P 59 978 N 181 25 2560x1440 88 787 P 59 951 N 241 50 2560x1440 111 857 P 74 971 N 304 25 ...

Page 32: ...el Format Horizational Frequency kHz Vertical Frequency Hz Pixel Rate MHz 480p 720 x 480 31 469 60 27 720p60 1280 x 720 45 60 74 25 576p 720 x 576 31 25 50 27 720p50 1280 x 720 37 5 50 74 25 1080p60 1920 x 1080 67 5 60 148 5 1080p50 1920 x 1080 56 25 50 148 5 ...

Page 33: ... Conforms to the following specifications FCC Part 15 Subpart B Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Representative Pers...

Page 34: ...mity with the relevant Union harmonisation legislation EMC Directive 2014 30 EU EN 55032 2012 AC 2013 EN 61000 3 2 2014 EN 55013 2013 EN 55024 2010 A1 2015 EN 61000 3 3 2013 EN 55020 2007 A11 2011 LVD Directive 2014 35 EU EN 60950 1 2006 A2 2013 EN 62368 1 2014 EN 60065 2002 A12 2011 EN 60065 2014 Ecodesign Directive 2009 125 EC Regulation EC No 1275 2008 Regulation EC No 642 2009 Regulation EC No...

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