Asus CG32UQ User Guide

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CG32UQ Series
LCD Monitor
User Guide
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Table of contents
Notices ......................................................................................................... iii
Safety information ...................................................................................... iv
Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... vi
1.1 Welcome ....................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Remote Control ............................................................................ 1-2
1.4 Assembling the monitor .............................................................. 1-4
1.5 Connect cables ............................................................................. 1-5
1.6 Monitor introduction .................................................................... 1-6
1.6.1 Using the Controls button .............................................. 1-6
2.1 Adjusting the monitor .................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) ...................... 2-2
2.3 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) ...................... 2-3
2.4 Outline dimension ........................................................................ 2-4
3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu ................................................. 3-1
3.1.1 Howtorecongure .......................................................... 3-1
3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction .............................................. 3-2
3.2 Aura ............................................................................................. 3-11
3.3 Specications ............................................................................. 3-13
3.4 Supported Timing List ............................................................... 3-15
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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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 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 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 to assure compliance with FCC
regulations.Changesormodicationstothisunitnotexpressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference
-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouiller du Canada.
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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.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for
ventilation. Do not block these slots. Never place this product near or over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is provided.
• The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of 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 extension 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 from damage due to power surges.
• Never push objects or spill liquid of any kind into the slots on the
monitor cabinet.
• To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed
computers which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100 ~ 240V AC.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible
• If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a
qualified servic er.
• Provide an earthing connection before the mains plug is connected to
the mains. And, when disconnecting the earthing connection, be sure to disconnect after pulling out the mains plug from the mains.
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• Please use ADP-230EB T of DELTA adapter.
WARNING
Usageofotherthanspecied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 exemptions listed in Schedule 2 of the Rule.
Made in China
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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.
• Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the power cord. Clean the
monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth dampened with mild cleaner.
• Avoid using a cleaner containing alcohol or acetone. Use a cleaner
intended for use with the LCD. Never spray cleaner directly on the screen, as it may drip inside the monitor and cause an electric shock.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
Batteries
For EU: The crossed-out wheeled bin implies that used batteries should not be put to the general household waste! There is a separate collection system for used batteries, to allow proper treatment and recycling in accordance with legislation. Please contact your local authority for details on the collection and recycling schemes. For Switzerland: The used battery is to be returned to the selling point. For other non-EU countries: Please contact your local authority for correct method of disposal of the used battery.
According to EU directive 2006/66/EC, the battery can’t be disposed improperly. The battery shall be separated to collect by local service.
AEEEyönetmeliğineuygundur
The following symptoms are normal with the monitor:
• 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 will recover slowly or you can turn off the Power Switch for hours.
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• When the screen becomes black or flashes, or cannot work anymore,
contact your dealer or service center to fix it. Do not repair the screen by yourself!
Conventions used in this guide
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
Wheretondmoreinformation
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.
1. ASUS websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
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1.1 Welcome

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 experience that the monitor brings you!

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 (option)
1x DP Cable (option)
1x Power Adapter
1x USB Cable
Headphone’s rack
High voltage charging cable
VESA wall mount copper cylinder
Remote control
Mylar
• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer
immediately.
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1.3 Remote Control

ENTER
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4
Press to switch power on and off.
Change the signal input source.
Adjust the OSD menu/ Turn up the values.
Return to previous OSD level.
Access the OSD menu.
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10
12
10
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12
5
ConrmtheOSD
adjustment.
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Adjust the OSD menu / Turn down the values.
ConrmtheOSD
adjustment.
Exit the OSD menu.
Shortcut1
Shortcut2
Turn down the volume
Turn up the volume
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Install the remote control batteries
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1. Press and then slide the cover to open it.
2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (–) indications inside the case.
3. Replace the cover.
CAUTION: Incorrect usage of batteries can result in leaks or bursting.
• If the unit uses batteries, please ensure that they are inserted
correctly-observing the polarity (+/-).
• Please make sure that used batteries are disposed of correctly. Do
not burn or incinerate.
• Do not expose the batteries(battery pack or batteries installed) to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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1.4 Assembling the monitor

To assemble the monitor:
While assembling the monitor arm/base, we recommend that you keep the monitor inside its EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) packaging.
1. Pleasetakeoutthemonitorfromthecartonrst,thentakeoutthe
upper styrofoam, and then assemble the base.
2. Align the screw hole on the arm with the bundled screw on the base. Then insert the base into the arm.
3. Fix the base to the arm by fastening the bundled screw.
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1.5 Connect cables

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1. DC-IN Port
2. HDMI-3 Port
3. HDMI-2 Port
4. HDMI-1 Port
5. DisplayPort
6. Earphone Jack
7. USB Charging Port
8. High Voltage Charging Port (For the base only)
9. USB type B Upstream Port
10. USB3.0 Port
11. USB3.0 Port
12. Kensington Lock
High Voltage Charging Port: After removing the base, connect this port to the base power through the Micro USB cable.
High Voltage Charging Port is 19V output, do not connect to general USB device to avoid damage.
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1.6 Monitor introduction

1.6.1 Using the Controls button

Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the monitor settings.
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1. IR Rx: Remote Control Receiver
• Press the remote control towards this position.
2. Power Indicator:
• The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.
Status Description
White ON
Amber Standby mode
OFF OFF
3. (5-way) Button:
• Turns on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item.
• Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/
left/right.
4.
Shortcut 1:
• This is a shortcut key. Default setting is Input Select.
5.
Shortcut 2:
• This is a shortcut key. Default setting is GameVisual.
6.
Close Button/Power Button:
• Exit the OSD menu.
• Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.
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2.1 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
angle.
• Youcanadjustthemonitor’sanglefrom+20˚to-5˚.
You can also adjust the monitor’s height within +/- 10cm.
-5 ~ 20
It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.
when you change its
10cm
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2.2 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall
mount)
• Avoid damaging the monitor surface. While detaching the monitor
stand, always keep the monitor inside its EPS packaging.
The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount.
To detach the arm/stand
1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the monitor facedown on its EPS packaging.
2. Remove the covers on where the monitor and the arm meet.
3. Detach the stand (arm and base) from the monitor.
4. Place the MYLAR over the VESA and lock the screws.
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• 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).
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2.3 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount)

To detach the arm/stand
1. Connect the micro USB cable to the base, disassemble the
headphone’s rack,and put the cable in it.
2. Close the headphone’s rack and install it to the base.
3. Select the micro usb charging in OSD as ON.
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SYSTEM SETUP Micro USB Charging ON
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2.4 Outline dimension

Unit: mm
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3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

3.1.1 Howtorecongure
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
GAMEVISUAL
BLUE LIGHT FILTER
COLOR
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
Input Select
HDMI-2
Scenery Mode
Racing Mode
Cinema Mode
RTS/RPG Mode
FPS Mode
sRGB Mode
1. Press the Central of 5-way button to display the OSD menu.
2. Press the Up and Down keys to switch the options in the menu.
When you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted.
3. To select a highlighted item from the menu, press the Right key or the
Central button.
4. Press the Up and Down keys to select the desired parameters.
5. Press the Right key or the Central button to enter the slide bar, and
then use the Up or Down keys (depending on the indicators in the menu) to make changes.
6. Press the Left key to return to the previous menu.
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3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction

1. GameVisual
This function contains eight sub-functions that you can select for your preference.
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
GAMEVISUAL
BLUE LIGHT FILTER
COLOR
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
Input Select
HDMI-2
Scenery Mode
Racing Mode
Cinema Mode
RTS/RPG Mode
FPS Mode
sRGB Mode
• Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo
displaying with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• Racing Mode: This is the best choice for racing game playing
with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• Cinema Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with
GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• RTS/RPG Mode: This is the best choice for Real-Time
Strategy(RTS)/Role-Playing Game(RPG) playing with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• FPS Mode: This is the best choice for First Person Shooter game
playing with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
• sRGB Mode: This is the best choice for viewing photos and
graphics from PCs.
• MOBA Mode : This is the best choice for Multiplayer Online
Battle Arena (MOBA) games playing with GameVisual
TM
Video
intelligence Technology.
• User Mode: More items are adjustable in the Color menu.
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• In the Racing Mode, the Saturation, Sharpness, and ASCR functions
are not user-configurable.
• In the sRGB, the Saturation, Color Temp., Sharpness, Brightness,
Contrast and ASCR functions are not user-configurable.
• In the MOBA Mode, the Saturation, Sharpness and ASCR functions
are not user-configurable.
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2. Blue Light Filter
Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight.
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
GAMEVISUAL
BLUE LIGHT FILTER
COLOR
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
Input Select
HDMI-2
Level 0
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
• 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 Racing Mode
will be automatically imported.
• Between Level 1 to Level 3, the Brightness function is user-
configurable.
• Level 4 is optimized setting. It is compliance with TUV Low Blue Light
Certification. The Brightness function is not user-configurable.
Please refer to the following to alleviate eye strains:
• Users should take some time away from the display if working for long
hours. It is advised to take short breaks (at least 5 mins) after around 1 hour of continuous working at the computer. Taking short and frequent breaks is more effective than a single longer break.
• To minimize eye strain and dryness in your eyes, users 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 filter to reduce 70% (max.) harmful blue light to avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome).
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3. Color
Select the image color you like from this function.
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
GAMEVISUAL
BLUE LIGHT FILTER
COLOR
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
Input Select
HDMI-2
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Color Temp.
Gamma
Skin Tone
• Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• Color Temp.: Contains three preset color modes (Cool, Normal,
Warm) and User Mode.
• Gamma: Contains three gamma modes including 1.8, 2.2, 2.5.
• Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including Reddish,
Natural, and Yellowish.
• In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are
user-configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100.
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4. Image
You can adjust Sharpness, OD, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, FreeSync, from this main function.
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
GAMEVISUAL
BLUE LIGHT FILTER
COLOR
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
Input Select
HDMI-2
Sharpness
OD
Aspect Control
VividPixel
ASCR
FreeSync
• Sharpness: Adjusts the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is
from 0 to 100.
• OD: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology.
Including Level 0~Level 5.
• Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full” ,“4:3” and “1:1”.
• VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals
for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
• ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast
ratio function.
• FreeSync: It can allow a FreeSync supported graphics source to
dynamically adjust display refresh rate based on typical content frame rates for power efficient, virtually stutter free and low­latency display update.
• HDR: High Dynamic Range. Contains two HDR modes, ASUS
Cinema HDR and ASUS Gaming HDR.
• Choose 4:3 to display the picture according to the original
aspect ratio of the input source.
• To turn on FreeSync function will disable PBP function.
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5. PBP Setting
The PBP Setting allows you to open up sub-window connected from any video source.
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
GAMEVISUAL
BLUE LIGHT FILTER
COLOR
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
Input Select
HDMI-2
PBP Mode
PBP Source
Color Setting
• PBP Mode: Select PBP(left/right), PBP(up/down) or turn it off.
• PBP Source: Selects the video input source among,
“HDMI-1”, “HDMI-2”, “HDMI-3” or “DisplayPort”.
• Color Setting: Set GameVisual mode for PBP window.
• To turn on PBP function will disable FreeSync.
• PBP function is supported below 60Hz.
• PBP function is disabled when main or sub source is HDR
video.
• Turn off PBP mode automatically when main or sub source is
HDR video.
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6. Input Select
Select the input source:
• HDMI-1, HDMI-2, HDMI-3, and DisplayPort.
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
BLUE LIGHT FILTER
PBP SETTING
INPUT SELECT
HDMI-2
7. System Setup
Adjuststhesystemconguration.
GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
PBP SETTING
INPUT SELECT
SYSTEM SETUP
Input Select
Input Select
HDMI-2
COLOR
IMAGE
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COLOR
IMAGE
HDMI-1
HDMI-2
HDMI-3
DisplayPort
Halo Sync
Aura Sync
Aura RGB
GamePlus
Sound
ECO Mode
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
COLOR
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
INPUT SELECT
SYSTEM SETUP
Input Select
HDMI-2
C G 3 2 U Q
COLOR
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
INPUT SELECT
SYSTEM SETUP
Input Select
HDMI-2
USB Hub
Micro USB Charging
Instant Wake Up
CEC
OSD Setup
Language
OSD Setup
Language
Key Lock
Power Indicator
Power Key Lock
All Reset
• Halo Sync: Expand video by LED bars. Select ON or OFF to
enable or disable Halo Sync function.
• Aura Sync: Allows you to turn on or off the Aura Sync function
that synchronizes the Aura RGB light effect among all supported devices.
• Aura RGB: In this function you can select an Aura RGB light
effect for the monitor and change settings for the light effect. Select “OFF” if you want to turn the Aura RGB light effect off.
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• If Halo Sync function is turned ON, Aura Sync and Aura RGB function
will become unavailable.
• If the Aura Sync function is turned ON, the Aura RGB function will
become unavailable.
• See page 3-11 for information on how to customize Aura light effects
from your computer.
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• GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and
creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. Particularly, Crosshair function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games.
• Sound: Adjust audio settings:
Selects “Volume” to adjust the output volume level. Selects “Mute” to mute the output volume. Selects “Sound Source” to select audio source. Selects “AudioWizard” to select the preset sound modes Racing Mode, Combat Mode, FPS Mode and Movie Mode.
• ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving.
• USB Hub: Turn On/Off USB Hub function during the standby
mode.
• Micro USB Charging: Turn on/off the power of USB type A
charging port.
• Instant Wake Up: Set on to fast wake up. Set off to get more
power saving.
• CEC: Consumer Electronics Control, control all connected
devices through HDMI by remote control. The control functions include standby, active source, inactive source, etc.
• OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout and DDC/CI.
• Language: Select OSD language. The selections are: English,
French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Poland, Czech, Croacia, Hungary, Romania, Portugal, Turkey, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Indonesian.
• Key Lock: Disable all key functions. Pressing the down button for
more than five seconds to disable key lock function.
• Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off.
• Power Key Lock: To disable / enable power key
• All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default
mode.
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8. Shortcut
Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys.
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GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
IMAGE
PBP SETTING
INPUT SELECT
SYSTEM SETUP
SHORTCUT
Input Select
HDMI-2
Shortcut 1
Shortcut 2
• User can select from “Blue Light Filter”, “GameVisual”,
“Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Input Select”, “Color Temp.”, “Volume”, “GamePlus”, “MyFavorite (Load)” and set as shortcut keys.
9. My Favorite
Load/Save all settings on the monitor.
C G 3 2 U Q
GameVisual
Racing
800
X
600
HDR
OFF
Sound
Movie
Halo Sync
ON
PBP SETTING
INPUT SELECT
SYSTEM SETUP
SHORTCUT
MY FAVORITE
Input Select
HDMI-2
Setting 1
Setting 2
Setting 3
Setting 4
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3.2 Aura

AURA is a software program that controls the colorful LEDs on supported devices,such as monitors, motherboards, graphic cards, desktop PCs, etc. Aura allows you to adjust the color of the RGB LEDs on these devices and select different light effects. You can also correct or adjust the color of the LEDs by calibrating them.
To activate Aura:
1. Turn ON the Aura Sync function in the OSD menu.
2. Connect the USB 3.0 upstream port of the monitor to the USB port of your computer.
3. Install AURA and then restart the computer.
4. Double-click the AURA program icon
RefertothegurebelowforinformationabouttheAURAprogram
functions.
on your desktop.
1 2 3 4 5
1
Select the desired AURA lighting effect when the system has been turned on.
2
Adjust AURA lighting options.
3
Click to enable the default settings.
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4
Click to undo the changes.
5
Click to apply the changes.
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.
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3.3 Specications
Model
Panel Size
Max. Resolution
Brightness (Typ.)
Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.)
Viewing Angle (CR>10)
Display Colors
Response Time
Satellite Speaker
Sound from HDMI
HDMI input
DisplayPort input
USB3.0 Port
Earphone
Power ON Consumption
Chassis Colors
Power saving mode
Power off mode
Tilt
Phys. Dimension with stand (WxHxD)
Phys. Dimension without stand (WxHxD)
Box Dimension (WxHxD)
Net Weight (Esti.)
Gross Weight (Esti.)
Voltage Rating
CG32UQ
31.5”W (80.1 cm)
3840x2160@60Hz
400 cd/m2 (Typ.) / 600 cd/m2 (Peak)
3000:1
178°(H) /178°(V)
1.07 B
5ms (G To G )
12W x 2 stereo
Yes
HDMI2.0x3
Yes
Upstreamx1,Downstreamx2,USB charging
port*2
Yes
< 50 W*
Black
< 0.5W
< 0.5W
-5° ~ +20°
730.4 x 606.1 x 268.5 mm
730.4 x 430.2 x 78.2 mm
825 x 550 x 322 mm
9.1 kg
13.4 kg
AC 100~240V(Built-in)
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3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ)
Problem Possible Solution
Power LED is not ON
The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image
Screen image is too light or dark • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via
Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image
Screen image has color defects (white does not look white)
No sound or sound is low • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and
• Press the
ON mode.
• Check if the power cord is properly connected to
the monitor and the power outlet.
• Check Power Indicator function in main menu OSD.
Select “ON” to turn on power LED.
• Check if the monitor and the computer are in the
ON mode.
• 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.
OSD.
• Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to
the monitor and the computer.
• Move electrical devices that may cause electrical
interference.
• Inspect the signal cable and make sure that none of
the pins are bent.
• Perform Reset via OSD.
• Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color
Temperature via OSD.
computer.
• Make sure the computer sound card driver is
properly installed and activated.
• Check the audio source.
button to check if the monitor is in the
The following function is disabled automatically.
• FreeSync
• PBP Setting
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• Those functions can’t be enabled at the same
time. Enable one will disable others automatically. Choose one function which you wanted.
• Those functions will be disabled when input video
is HDR.
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3.4 Supported Timing List

PC Supported Primary Timing
Timing List DisplayPort HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3
640 x 480 @ 60Hz V V V V
800 x 600 @ 56Hz V V V V
800 x 600 @ 60Hz V V V V
1024 x 768 @ 60Hz V V V V
1280 x 720 @ 60Hz V V V V
1280 x 960 @ 60Hz V V V V
1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz V V V V
1440 x 900 @ 60Hz V V V V
1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz V V V V
1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz V V V V
1920 x 2160 @ 60Hz V V V V
2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz V V V V
3840 x 2160 @ 30Hz V V V V
3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz V (Default) V (Default) V (Default) V (Default)
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Video timing
Timing List DisplayPort HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3
640x480P @ 59.94/60Hz V V V V
720x480P @ 59.94/60Hz V V V V
720x576P @ 50Hz V V V V
1280x720P @ 50Hz V V
1280x720P @ 59.94/60Hz V V V V
1440x480P @ 59.94/60Hz V V V V
1440x576P @ 50Hz V V V V
1920x1080P @ 50Hz V V V V
1920x1080P @ 59.94/60Hz V V V V
3840x2160 @ 24Hz V V V
3840x2160 @ 25Hz V V V
3840x2160 @ 30Hz V V V
3840x2160 @ 50Hz V V V V
3840x2160 @ 60Hz V V V V
* 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.
V V
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