Notices
This section details regulatory compliance statements, including those from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Department of Communications.
Federal Communications Commission Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: it must not cause harmful interference, and it must accept any interference received. The equipment has been tested and found to comply with Class B digital device limits, designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. If interference occurs, users are encouraged to reorient the antenna, increase separation, use a different circuit, or consult a dealer/technician. Shielded cables are required for compliance. Unauthorized modifications may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement: This digital apparatus does not exceed Class B limits for radio noise emissions and complies with Canadian ICES-003 and Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Safety Information
Before setup, read all documentation. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the monitor to rain or moisture. Never open the monitor cabinet due to high voltage. If the power supply is broken, contact a qualified service technician. Ensure all cables are correctly connected and undamaged. Ventilation slots on the back/top should not be blocked; avoid placing near radiators. Operate only from the indicated power source type and use the appropriate local power plug. Do not overload power strips or extension cords. Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Unplug during lightning storms or long periods of non-use. Never insert objects or spill liquids into slots. Use only with UL-listed computers with appropriate receptacles (100-240V AC). The socket-outlet should be easily accessible. Contact a qualified servicer for technical problems. Ensure an earthing connection before connecting the mains plug. Use the ADP-90LE BA adapter. Confirm building installation provides a circuit breaker rated 120/240V, 20A (maximum). Use the 3-pin attachment plug with a grounded outlet; do not disable the grounding pin. Stability Hazard: The product may fall, causing serious injury or death. Securely attach to floor/wall per installation instructions. Take precautions to avoid injuries, especially to children, by using recommended cabinets/stands, ensuring furniture safely supports the product, avoiding overhanging edges, educating children about climbing dangers, routing cables safely, and never placing the product in an unstable location or on tall furniture without anchoring. If relocating, apply the same considerations.
WARNING: Usage of non-specified headphones/earphones can result in hearing loss due to excessive sound pressures.
Restriction on Hazardous Substances statement (India): Complies with India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016, prohibiting Lead, Mercury, Hexavalent Chromium, PBBs, and PBDEs above specified limits, and Cadmium above 0.01%.
Prevent Tipping
To prevent the monitor from falling, fasten it to a wall using a cord or chain that can support its weight. Installation should be done by a qualified technician. For models with net weight >=7kg, select a suitable anti-tipping method. For VESA Mount models, use method 1 (screws with ring to VESA Mount hole, then tie cord/chain to wall). Otherwise, use method 2 (tie cord/chain to stand and fix to wall).
Diagram Description: Two diagrams illustrate methods for securing the monitor to a wall using a cord or chain attached to either the VESA mount or the stand, with screws indicated.
Care & Cleaning
Before lifting or repositioning, disconnect cables and power cord. Grasp the monitor by its edges, not the stand or cord. Clean the monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains can be removed with a cloth dampened with mild cleaner. Avoid cleaners with alcohol or acetone; use LCD-specific cleaners. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen. The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates the product should not be disposed of as municipal waste; check local regulations for electronic product disposal.
Normal Monitor Symptoms: Screen may flicker initially (turn power off/on to resolve). Brightness may appear uneven depending on the desktop pattern. An afterimage may remain after displaying the same image for hours (screen will recover slowly or after power off). If the screen turns black, flashes, or stops working, contact service; do not attempt self-repair.
Conventions Used in This Guide:
- WARNING: Information to prevent injury.
- CAUTION: Information to prevent component damage.
- IMPORTANT: Information that MUST be followed.
- NOTE: Tips and additional information.
Where to find more information
Refer to ASUS websites for updated information on hardware and software products (http://www.asus.com). Optional documentation may be included by the dealer but is not part of the standard package.
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1 Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS LCD monitor. It offers a crisp, broad, and bright display with features to enhance your viewing experience.
1.2 Package contents
Check your package for the following items:
- LCD Monitor
- Monitor Base
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
- 1x Power Cord
- 1x HDMI Cable
- 1x DP Cable
- 1x Power Adapter
- 1x USB 3.0 Cable
- 1x USB-C Cable
- ROG Sticker
If any items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
1.3 Assembling the monitor
To assemble the monitor:
- It is recommended to keep the monitor inside its EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) packaging during assembly.
- 1. Align the screw hole on the arm with the bundled screw on the base, then insert the base into the arm.
- 2. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw.
- 3. Remove the monitor from its EPS packaging and adjust it to a comfortable angle.
Diagram Description: Illustrations show the steps for attaching the monitor base to the arm using screws, and then removing the monitor from its packaging.
1.4 Connect cables
1.4.1 Rear of the LCD monitor
The rear panel features the following ports:
- 1. HDMI Port
- 2. DisplayPort
- 3. USB C/DP Port (PD 5V/2A)
- 4. Earphone Jack
- 5. USB3.0 Upstream Port
- 6. USB3.0 Downstream Port
- 7. USB3.0 Downstream Port
- 8. DC-IN Port
- 9. Kensington Lock
Diagram Description: A diagram shows the rear of the monitor with numbered ports corresponding to the list above.
1.5 Monitor introduction
1.5.1 Using the Controls button
The control button on the back of the monitor is used to adjust settings.
- 1. Power Indicator: Displays the power status (White for ON, Amber for Standby mode, OFF for OFF).
- 2. Power Button: Turns the monitor on/off. Any key press turns it on when powered off.
- 3. GameVisual: A hotkey to switch between eight video preset modes (Scenery, Racing, Cinema, RTS/RPG, FPS, sRGB, MOBA, User) powered by GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
- 4. GamePlus: Provides a toolkit for a better gaming environment, including a Crosshair function designed for FPS gamers. To activate GamePlus, press the GamePlus button to enter the main menu and select Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter, or Display Alignment. Use the 5-way key to navigate and confirm selections. Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter can be moved using the 5-way key.
Diagram Description: A diagram shows the location and functions of the monitor's control buttons. Screenshots illustrate the GamePlus main menu and its specific functions like Crosshair, Timer, and FPS Counter.
- 5. Close Button: Exits the OSD menu.
- 6. 5-way Button: Opens the OSD menu, enacts selected items, and adjusts values or selections (up/down/left/right).
Chapter 2: Setup
2.1 Adjusting the monitor
For optimal viewing, adjust the monitor to a comfortable angle. Hold the stand to prevent falling when changing the angle. The monitor supports tilt adjustment from -3.5° to 18.5°, 26° swivel adjustment (left/right), and height adjustment within +/- 10 cm. Slight shaking during angle adjustment is normal.
Diagram Description: Side views of the monitor on its stand illustrating the range of tilt, swivel, and height adjustments.
2.2 Outline dimension
This section provides diagrams showing the physical dimensions of the monitor in millimeters and inches.
Diagram Description: Line drawings of the monitor from various angles (front, back, side) with dimension lines and measurements.
2.3 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount)
To detach the stand for VESA wall mounting, follow these steps:
- Avoid damaging the monitor surface; keep it in its EPS packaging during detachment.
- 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Place the monitor face down on its EPS packaging.
- 2. Remove the covers where the monitor and arm meet.
- 3. Remove the four screws securing the arm to the monitor's rear.
- 4. Detach the stand (arm and base) from the monitor.
Use only a UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with a minimum weight/load capacity of 28.8 kg (Screw size: M4 x 10 mm).
Diagram Description: Illustrations show the process of removing screws and covers to detach the monitor stand.
Chapter 3: General Instruction
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
3.1.1 How to reconfigure
To navigate the OSD menu:
- Press the Central button of the 5-way button to display the OSD menu.
- Use the Up and Down keys to switch options; the selected option name is highlighted.
- Press the Right key or the Central button to select a highlighted item.
- Use the Up and Down keys to select desired parameters.
- Press the Right key or the Central button to enter the slide bar, then use Up/Down keys to make changes.
- Press the Left key to return to the previous menu.
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the OSD menu interface is shown, displaying categories like Gaming, Image, Color, Input Select, Lighting Effect, MyFavorite, and System Setup, with options like Overclocking, Variable OD, FreeSync, GamePlus, GameVisual, and Shadow Boost.
3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction
1. Gaming:
- Overclocking: Adjusts the refresh rate.
- Variable OD: Speeds up response time using Over Drive technology (Levels 0-5).
- FreeSync Premium Pro: Allows compatible graphics sources to dynamically adjust display refresh rate for power efficiency, smooth motion, and low latency.
- ELMB: Reduces motion blur and ghosting for fast-moving objects. Disabled if input V frequency is less than 85Hz.
- ELMB SYNC: Works with adaptive sync.
- GamePlus: Offers gaming tools like Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter, and Display Alignment.
- GameVisual: Provides eight preset visual modes.
- Shadow Boost: Enhances dark tones in images for better visibility in dark scenes.
Note: In Racing, sRGB, and MOBA modes, certain functions like Saturation and ASCR may not be user-configurable.
2. Image: Adjusts Brightness, Contrast, HDR, VividPixel, ASCR, Aspect Control, and Blue Light Filter.
- Brightness: 0 to 100.
- Contrast: 0 to 100.
- HDR: Three modes (ASUS Cinema HDR, ASUS Gaming HDR, Console Mode). Locked when connected to AMD FreeSync2 HDR video.
- VividPixel: Enhances clarity and detail (0 to 100).
- ASCR: Enables/disables dynamic contrast ratio.
- Aspect Control: Sets aspect ratio to Full, 4:3, 16:9 (24"W), or 16:9 (27"W).
- Blue Light Filter: Adjusts blue light emission from LED backlight. Level 4 is TUV Low Blue Light certified.
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the OSD Image menu showing options like Brightness, Contrast, HDR, VividPixel, ASCR, Aspect Control, and Blue Light Filter with their current settings.
Eye Strain Alleviation: Take breaks (at least 5 mins every hour of work). Rest eyes by focusing on distant objects. Perform eye exercises: look up/down, roll eyes slowly, move eyes diagonally. High energy blue light can lead to eye strain and AMD; use the blue light filter to reduce harmful blue light.
3. Color: Selects image color preferences.
- Color Temp.: Cool, Normal, Warm, and User modes.
- Gamma: Modes include 1.8, 2.2, 2.5.
- Saturation: 0 to 100.
- In User Mode, R, G, B colors are configurable from 0-100.
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the OSD Color menu showing options like Color Temp., Gamma, and Saturation.
4. Input Select: Choose input source (HDMI, DisplayPort, Type-C).
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the OSD Input Select menu showing available input options.
5. Lighting Effect: Controls Aura Sync and Aura RGB lighting effects. Aura Sync synchronizes effects across devices. Aura RGB allows selection and settings for the monitor's light effect. Aura RGB is unavailable if Aura Sync is ON.
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the OSD Lighting Effect menu showing Aura Sync and Aura RGB options.
6. MyFavorite: Adjusts Shortcut and Customized Settings. Shortcuts can be assigned to various functions like GamePlus, GameVisual, Brightness, etc. Customized Setting allows personal configuration.
Diagram Description: A screenshot of the OSD MyFavorite menu showing Shortcut and Customized Setting options.
7. System Setup: Adjusts system configuration.
- Language: Select OSD language from a list including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Hungarian, Romanian, Portuguese, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Thai, and Indonesian.
- Volume: Adjusts output volume.
- KVM: Switches USB3.0 downstream port between USB-C and USB3.0 upstream.
- USB Setup: Selects USB Type-C connection (USB 2.0 or USB 3.1). USB 3.1 supports up to 2560x1440-60Hz.
- Power Indicator: Turns the power LED on/off.
- Power Key Lock: Disables/enables the power key.
- Key Lock: Disables all key functions (press down button for 5+ seconds to disable).
- OSD Setup: Adjusts OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency.
- DisplayPort Version: Select DP 1.1 if graphics card is not DP 1.1 compatible.
- Information: Displays monitor information (Model Name, Color Depth, Format, Range, EOTF, FW Version).
- All Reset: Reverts all settings to factory defaults.
Diagram Description: Two screenshots of the OSD System Setup menu, showing language options, volume, USB setup, power indicators, key locks, OSD setup, and information screens.
3.2 Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | XG32VC |
| Panel Size | 31.5" W (80.1 cm) |
| Max. Resolution | 2560 x 1440 |
| Brightness (Typ.) | 440 nits (typical) |
| Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) | 1000:1 |
| Viewing Angle (CR>10) | 178°(V) /178°(H) |
| Display Colors | 1.07B |
| Response Time | 4 ms (G To G ), 1ms (MPRT) |
| Sound from HDMI | Yes |
| HDMI input | Yes |
| DisplayPort input | Yes |
| PBP | Yes |
| USB3.0 Port | Upstream x1, Downstream x2 (USB port without power charger when upstream no link) |
| USB-C port | Yes |
| Earphone | Yes |
| Power On Consumption | < 38 W* (Measuring a screen brightness of 200 nits without audio/ USB/ Card reader connection) |
| Chassis Colors | Black |
| Power saving mode | < 0.5W |
| Power off mode | < 0.5W |
| Tilt | -3.5° ~ +18.5° |
| Phys. Dimension with stand (WxHxD) | 713X552X279 mm |
| Phys. Dimension without stand (WxHxD) | 713X426X118 mm |
| Box Dimension (WxHxD) | 800X626X280 mm |
| Net Weight (Esti.) | 9.3 kg |
| Gross Weight (Esti.) | 13.6 kg |
| Voltage Rating | Adapter 19Vdc, 4.74A |
| Temperature (operating) | 0°C ~ 40°C |
3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ)
| Problem | Possible Solution |
|---|---|
| Power LED is not ON |
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| The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image |
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| Screen image is too light or dark |
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| Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image |
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| Screen image has color defects (white does not look white) |
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| No sound or sound is low |
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3.4 Supported Timing List
This table lists the supported timing modes for PC and Video inputs via DisplayPort, HDMI, and Type-C.
| Timing | H Pixels | V Pixels | Frame Rate | Display Port | HDMI | Type-C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Timing | 640 | 480 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 640 | 480 | 67 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 640 | 480 | 72 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 640 | 480 | 75 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 720 | 400 | 70 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 800 | 600 | 56 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 800 | 600 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 800 | 600 | 72 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 800 | 600 | 75 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1024 | 768 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1024 | 768 | 70 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1024 | 768 | 75 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1152 | 684 | 75 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1280 | 720 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1280 | 960 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1280 | 1024 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1280 | 1024 | 75 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1440 | 900 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1680 | 1050 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| PC Timing | 1920 | 1080 | 60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 640 | 480P | 59.94/60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 720 | 480P | 59.94/60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 720 | 576P | 50 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 1280 | 720P | 50 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 1280 | 720P | 59.94/60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 1440 | 480P | 59.94/60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 1440 | 576P | 50 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 1920 | 1080P | 50 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 1920 | 1080P | 59.94/60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 1920 | 1080P | 119.88/120 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 2560 | 1080P | 59.94/60 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 2560 | 1080P | 119.88/120 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 2560 | 1440 | 144/583.6 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 2560 | 1440 | 100/410 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 2560 | 1440 | 170/660.79 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 2560 | 1440 | 165/639.749 | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Video Timing | 3840 | 2160 | 50 | ✔️ | ✔️ | |
| Video Timing | 3840 | 2160 | 59.94/60 | ✔️ | ✔️ |
* The modes not listed in the above tables may not be supported. For optimal resolution, choose a mode listed in the tables.
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