ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ Gaming Monitor User Manual

Safety and Compliance Information

This document contains important safety and compliance information regarding the ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ monitor.

FCC Compliance Statement: 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. This is a Class B digital device.

European Union Compliance: The monitor complies with directives such as 2014/30/EU (EMC), 2014/35/EU (LVD), ErP (2009/125/EC), and RoHS (2011/65/EU).

Canadian Compliance: This digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 Class B.

General Safety Precautions:

Read all instructions carefully before using the monitor.
Do not place the monitor on an unstable surface.
Ensure proper ventilation.
Avoid exposing the monitor to moisture or extreme temperatures.
Do not attempt to service the monitor yourself.
Handle the monitor with care, especially the screen.
Use only the provided power adapter (ADP-150CH B by DELTA).
Dispose of the monitor responsibly according to local regulations.

RoHS Compliance: The product complies with EU RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and its amendments. The WEEE symbol [recycle-bin-crossed-out] indicates that the product should not be disposed of with household waste.

Recycling Information: For detailed recycling information, please visit the ASUS CSR website: https://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm.

Quick Start Guide

This section provides a brief overview of setting up the monitor.

Package Contents: Monitor, power adapter, power cord, HDMI cable, DisplayPort cable, USB cable, warranty card, quick start guide.

Monitor Controls: The monitor features a power button [power-symbol] and navigation buttons for accessing the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. These typically include Menu/Enter [enter-symbol], Up [up-arrow], Down [down-arrow], and Exit/Back [back-arrow].

Product Features

1.1 Introduction

Welcome to the ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ gaming monitor. This manual provides information on setup and features.

1.2 Specifications Overview

The monitor offers a range of connectivity options:

1x HDMI 2.1
1x DisplayPort 1.4
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B (for upstream connection)
4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (downstream)
Headphone Jack

1.3 Ergonomic Setup

The monitor supports VESA mounting (100x100mm) for wall or arm mounting. The included stand allows for tilt, swivel, and height adjustments for optimal viewing comfort.

1.4 Product Overview

The rear panel of the monitor features several ports and controls:

1. DC-In: Connect the power adapter here.
2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A: For connecting USB devices.
3. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A: For connecting USB devices.
4. USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A: For connecting USB devices.
5. HDMI 2.1: High-definition multimedia interface for video and audio.
6. HDMI 2.1: High-definition multimedia interface for video and audio.
7. DisplayPort: Digital display interface for high-resolution video and audio.
8. Headphone Jack: For audio output.
9. Kensington Lock: For security.

Control buttons are typically located below the ports for navigating the OSD menu.

1.5 Game Features

1.5.1 GameVisual

GameVisual provides various display modes optimized for different scenarios:

Scenery: Enhances color saturation and contrast for landscapes.
Racing: Offers faster response times and clearer visuals for racing games.
Cinema: Optimizes contrast and color for movie viewing.
RTS/RPG: Enhances detail and clarity for strategy and role-playing games.
FPS: Improves visibility in dark scenes for first-person shooters.
sRGB: Standard RGB color space for accurate color reproduction.
MOBA: Optimizes colors and contrast for multiplayer online battle arena games.

GameVisual is ASUS's proprietary video intelligence technology.

1.5.2 GamePlus

GamePlus offers in-game enhancements:

Crosshair [crosshair]: Displays a customizable crosshair on screen.
Timer [timer]: Shows an on-screen timer for managing game time.
FPS Counter [fps-counter]: Displays the current frames per second.
Display Alignment [alignment]: Provides alignment lines for multi-monitor setups.

GamePlus features can be toggled on/off via the OSD menu.

1.5.3 HDR Support

The monitor supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) for enhanced contrast and color. It offers modes like ASUS Gaming HDR, ASUS Cinema HDR, and Console Mode.

Monitor Setup

2.1 Monitor Installation

Unpacking: Carefully unpack all components and check for any damage.

Attaching the Stand: Align the stand with the mounting bracket on the monitor and secure it. The stand allows for tilt adjustment (-5° to +20°), swivel, and height adjustment (up to 130mm).

2.2 Dimensions

The monitor's dimensions are approximately:

With Stand: 728.18 mm (Width) x 539.87 mm (Height) x 279.93 mm (Depth)
Without Stand: 728.18 mm (Width) x 428.52 mm (Height) x 87.12 mm (Depth)
Packaging: 900 mm (Width) x 526 mm (Height) x 226 mm (Depth)
Weight: Approximately 8.9 kg (with stand), 13.2 kg (without stand).

2.3 VESA Wall Mount

The monitor is compatible with VESA wall mounts. The mounting pattern is 100x100mm. Ensure you use M4x0.7 screws of appropriate length (typically 10mm) for mounting.

OSD Setup

3.1 Navigating the OSD

The On-Screen Display (OSD) menu allows you to adjust various monitor settings.

3.1.1 OSD Menu Structure

The main OSD menu categories include:

Splendid: Access to preset display modes (Scenery, Racing, Cinema, RTS/RPG, FPS, sRGB, MOBA) and color settings.
GamePlus: Features like Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter, and Display Alignment.
GameVisual: Similar to Splendid, offering display modes.
OD (Over Drive): Adjusts pixel response time (Levels 1-5).
Adaptive-Sync: Enables or disables Adaptive-Sync technology (compatible with G-Sync and FreeSync Premium Pro).
ELMB/ELMB SYNC: Enhances motion clarity by reducing blur. ELMB SYNC combines ELMB with Adaptive-Sync.
Shadow Boost: Adjusts gamma to brighten dark areas without overexposing bright areas.
PIP/PBP: Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes for displaying multiple inputs simultaneously.
MyFavorite: Allows saving custom settings.
System Setup: General settings like input selection, OSD controls, language, and power options.
ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio): Dynamically enhances contrast.

3.1.2 OSD Settings Details

Brightness: Adjusts the overall brightness of the display (0-100).

Contrast: Adjusts the difference between the brightest and darkest areas (0-100).

VividPixel: ASUS exclusive technology to enhance image clarity and detail (0-100).

HDR: Enables High Dynamic Range display. Options may include ASUS Gaming HDR, ASUS Cinema HDR, and Console Mode.

Color Mode: Selects color presets or custom color adjustments.

Aspect Ratio: Controls the aspect ratio of the displayed image (e.g., Full, 1:1, 16:9, 21:9).

Color Temperature: Adjusts the white balance (e.g., 6500K, 7500K, 9300K).

Gamma: Adjusts the tonal response curve (e.g., 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.4, 2.6).

RGB Gain/Bias: Fine-tunes Red, Green, and Blue color channels.

Input Selection: Choose the active input source (DisplayPort, HDMI-1, HDMI-2).

PIP/PBP Settings: Configure Picture-in-Picture or Picture-by-Picture modes, selecting source inputs and layout.

MyFavorite: Save current settings to a custom profile.

3.2 Specifications

Feature	Specification
Model Name	XG32UQ
Display Size	32-inch (81.3 cm)
Resolution	3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Refresh Rate	160Hz (overclocked) / 144Hz (native)
Brightness	450 cd/m² (typical), 600 cd/m² (HDR peak)
Contrast Ratio	1000:1 (typical)
Viewing Angle	178°(H) / 178°(V)
Color Depth	1.073 Billion colors (10-bit)
Response Time	1ms GtG
Connectivity	2x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B
Power Consumption	< 35W (typical), < 0.5W (standby), < 0.3W (power off)
Adjustments	Tilt: -5°~+20°, Swivel, Height Adjustment
Dimensions (W x H x D)	728.18 x 539.87 x 279.93 mm (with stand)
Weight	8.9 kg (with stand)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C

3.3 BIOS Setup

Some motherboard BIOS settings may affect monitor performance. Ensure that:

The monitor is connected via DisplayPort or HDMI.
The correct input source is selected.
For optimal performance, ensure your graphics card drivers are up to date.
CSM (Compatibility Support Module) settings may need adjustment depending on your system configuration.

3.4 Resolution and Refresh Rate Support

The following table lists supported resolutions and refresh rates across different input sources:

Resolution	Refresh Rate	DisplayPort	HDMI1	HDMI2
640 x 480	60Hz	●	●	●
640 x 480	67Hz	●	●	●
640 x 480	72Hz	●	●	●
640 x 480	75Hz	●	●	●
720 x 400	70Hz	●	●	●
800 x 600	56Hz	●	●	●
800 x 600	60Hz	●	●	●
800 x 600	72Hz	●	●	●
800 x 600	75Hz	●	●	●
1024 x 768	60Hz	●	●	●
1024 x 768	70Hz	●	●	●
1024 x 768	75Hz	●	●	●
1152 x 864	75Hz	●	●	●
1280 x 720	60Hz	●	●	●
1280 x 960	60Hz	●	●	●
1280 x 1024	60Hz	●	●	●
1280 x 1024	75Hz	●	●	●
1440 x 900	60Hz	●	●	●
1680 x 1050	60Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 1080	60Hz	●	●	●
640 x 480p	59.94/60Hz	●	●	●
720 x 480p	59.94/60Hz	●	●	●
720 x 576p	50Hz	●	●	●
1280 x 720p	50Hz	●	●	●
1280 x 720p	59.94/60Hz	●	●	●
1440 x 480p	59.94/60Hz	●	●	●
1440 x 576p	50Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 1080p	24Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 1080p	25Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 1080p	30Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 1080p	50Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 1080p	59.94/60Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 1080p	100Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 1080p	119.88/120Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160p	24Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160p	25Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160p	30Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160p	50Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160p	60Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160p	100Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160p	120Hz	●	●	●
1920 x 2160	60Hz	●	●	●
2560 x 1440	120Hz	●	●	●
2560 x 1440	144Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 1600	60Hz (21:9)	●	●	●
3840 x 2160	60Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160	120Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160	144Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160	150Hz	●	●	●
3840 x 2160	160Hz	●	●	●

Note: '●' indicates support. Some resolutions may require specific graphics card drivers or settings.

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