Asus XG32VQR User Manual

Table of contents

Notices ......................................................................................................... iii

Safety information ...................................................................................... iv

Care & Cleaning .......................................................................................... vi

1.1 Welcome ....................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-1

1.3 Assembling the monitor .............................................................. 1-2

1.4 Cable management ...................................................................... 1-3

1.5 Connect cables ............................................................................. 1-4

1.5.1 Rear of the LCD monitor ................................................. 1-4

1.6 Monitor introduction .................................................................... 1-7

1.6.1 Using the Controls button .............................................. 1-7

2.1 Adjusting the monitor .................................................................. 2-1

2.2 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) ............ 2-2

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 ............................................................................................. 3-10

3.3 Specications ............................................................................. 3-12

3.3 Troubleshooting (FAQ) .............................................................. 3-15

3.4 Supported Timing List ............................................................... 3-16

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ii

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-90YD B 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

v

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.

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.

• 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.

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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 Mini-DP DP Cable(option)

1x Power Adapter

1x USB 3.0 Cable

1x CD (option)

 1xLEDprojectioncoverandchangeablelms

• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer

immediately.

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1.3 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. 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. Align the triangle marks on the monitor base and the LED projection
cover. Then attach the LED projection cover to the monitor base.

4. Remove the monitor from its EPS packaging. Adjust the monitor to
the angle that is most comfortable for you.

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5. TochangethelmontheLEDprojectioncover,followtheillustration
below.

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Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.4 Cable management

You can organize the cables with the help of the input/output port cover.

• Arrangingthecables

• Usingtheinput/outputportcover: the cover can be attached or

detached.

ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series

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1.5 Connect cables

1.5.1 Rear of the LCD monitor

XG32VQ

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HDMI

1. HDMI2.0 Port

2. DisplayPort

3. Mini DisplayPort

4. Earphone Jack

5. USB Upstream Port

6. USB Downstream Port

7. DC-IN Port

8. Kensington Lock

Mini

31 2

4

DCIN

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Chapter 1: Product Introduction

XG32VQR

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HDMI-2 HDMI-1

31 2

4

1. HDMI2.0 Port

2. HDMI2.0 Port.

3. DisplayPort

4. Earphone Jack

5. USB Upstream Port

6. USB Downstream Port

7. DC-IN Port

8. Kensington Lock

DCIN

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7

ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series

1-5

XG35VQ

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HDMI-2 HDMI-1

31 2

4

1. HDMI1.4 Port

2. HDMI2.0 Port.

3. DisplayPort

4. Earphone Jack

5. USB Upstream Port

6. USB Downstream Port

7. DC-IN Port

8. Kensington Lock

DCIN

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Chapter 1: Product Introduction

1.6 Monitor introduction

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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. Power Indicator:

• The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table.

Status Description

White ON

Amber Standby mode

OFF OFF

2. Power Button:

• Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.

3. GameVisual:

• Press this hotkey to switch from eight video preset modes

(Scenery Mode, Racing Mode, Cinema Mode, RTS/RPG Mode,
FPS Mode, sRGB Mode, MOBA Mode and User Mode) with
GameVisual ™ Video Intelligence Technology.

4. GamePlus Button:

• 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.

To active GamePlus:

• Press GamePlus Button to enter the GamePlus main menu.

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• Activate Crosshair, Timer, FPS Counter or Display Alignment

function

• Move the ( ) button up/down to select and press ( )

to confirm the function needed. Press to go off, and exit.

• Crosshair/Timer/FPS Counter is movable by pressing

5-way key.

GamePlus main menu GamePlus-Crosshair

(Practice Mode)

GamePlus-Timer GamePlus-FPS Counter

GamePlus

FPS

5. Close Button

• Exit the OSD menu.

6. ( 5-way) Button:

• Turn on the OSD menu. Enacts the selected OSD menu item.

• Increases/Decreases values or moves your selection up/down/

left/right.

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NEXT BACK/EXIT

Chapter 1: Product Introduction

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˚anditallows50˚

swivel adjustment from either left or right. You can also adjust the
monitor’s height within +/- 10cm.

-5 ~ 20

when you change its

It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing
angle.

ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series

10cm

50°

50°

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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. Remove the four (4) screws securing the arm to the rear of the
monitor.

4. Detach the stand (arm and base) from the monitor.

2-2

• 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).

Chapter 3: General Instruction

3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

3.1.1 Howtorecongure

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

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.

Scenery Mode

Racing Mode

Cinema Mode

RTS/RPG Mode

FPS Mode

sRGB Mode

MOBA Mode

User Mode

BACK

EXIT

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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.

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

• 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 GameVisualTM Video
intelligence Technology.

• User Mode: More items are adjustable in the Color menu.

Scenery Mode

Racing Mode

Cinema Mode

RTS/RPG Mode

FPS Mode

sRGB Mode

MOBA Mode

User Mode

BACK

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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.

Chapter 3: General Instruction

2. Blue Light Filter

Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from LED backlight.

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

Level 0

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

BACK

EXIT

• 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.

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

BACK

90

80

EXIT

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

Brightness

Contrast

Saturation

Color Temp.

Gamma

• 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.

• In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are

user-configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~ 100.

4. Image

You can adjust OD, Aspect Control, ASCR, ELMB (Only for
XG35VQ), Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync, HDR (Only for XG32VQR),

Shadow Boost (Only for XG32VQR) from this main function.

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DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG*****

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

OD

Aspect Control

ASCR

ELMB

Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync

HDR

Shadow Boost

BACK

EXIT

• OD: Speeds up the response time by Over Drive technology.

Including Level 0~Level 5.

Chapter 3: General Instruction

• Aspect Control: Adjusts the aspect ratio to “Full” ,“4:3” and

“16:9” (Only for XG35VQ).

• ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable dynamic contrast

ratio function,ASCR is Disabled when ELMB is on.

• ELMB: Check to decrease motion blur and minimize ghosting part

when on-screen objects are fast moving. ELMB will be disabled if
input source HDMI is selected.

• Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync: It can allow a Adaptive-Sync/

FreeSync supported graphics source to dynamically adjust display
refresh rate based on typical content frame rates for power
efficient, virtually stutter free and low-latency display update.
It is selectable in DisplayPort (XG32VQ, XG35VQ).

• HDR: High Dynamic Range. Contains three HDR modes (ASUS

Cinema HDR, ASUS Gaming HDR and FreeSync2 HDR).
HDR item will be locked when connected to AMD FreeSync2 HDR
video.

• Shadow Boost: Dark color enhancement adjust monitor gamma

curve to enrich the dark tones in an image making dark scenes
and objects much easier be found.

• Choose 4:3, 16:9 to display the picture according to the original aspect

ratio of the input source.

• HDR options:

“ASUS Cinema HDR” complies with VESA Display HDR.
“ASUS Gaming HDR” is the HDR mode that ASUS has specifically
adjust for HDR performance.
“FreeSync2 HDR” is the HDR mode that ASUS has specifically adjust
for AMD FreeSync2 HDR.

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5. PIP/PBP Setting (Only for XG35VQ)

Size

Position

Aspect Control

Swap

PIP/PBP Source

The PIP/PBP Setting allows you to open up another sub-window
connected from another video source besides the main-window from
your original video source.

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

PIP/PBP Mode

BACK

EXIT

By activating this function, this monitor displays two pictures from two
different video sources.

• PIP/PBP Mode: Selects PIP or PBP function, or turn it off.

• PIP/PBP Source: Selects the video input source among,

“HDMI-1(V2.0)”, “HDMI-2” or “DisplayPort”.

• Size: Adjust the PIP size to “Small”, “Middle”, or “Large”.

• Position: Adjusts the position of PIP sub-window to “Right-Top”,

“Left-Top”, “Right-Bottom” or “Left-Bottom”.

• Aspect Control: Adjusts the PIP aspect ratio and automatically

adjust the PIP window size.

• Swap: Swaps the sources of the main- and sub-windows.

Main-window

HDMI-1 (V2.0) HDMI-2 DisplayPort

Sub-window

HDMI-1(V2.0) Yes Yes

HDMI-2 Yes Yes

DisplayPort Yes Yes

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• PIP/PBP will be disabled if main or sub-source is Adaptive-Sync/

FreeSync enabled. Change those sources to non Adaptive-Sync/
FreeSync to enable PIP/PBP function.

Chapter 3: General Instruction

6. Input Select

Select the input source:

• HDMI, DisplayPort, and Mini DisplayPort. (for XG32VQ)

• HDMI-1 (v2.0), HDMI-2 (v2.0), and DisplayPort. (for XG32VQR)

• DisplayPort, HDMI-1 (v2.0), and HDMI-2. (for XG35VQ)

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG32VQ

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

HDMI

DisplayPort

Mini DisplayPort

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

MOVE/ENTER

MOVE/ENTER

HDMI-1

HDMI-2

DisplayPort

DisplayPort

HDMI-1 (v 2.0)

HDMI-2

BACK

BACK

BACK

EXIT

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG32VQR ASUS Cinema HDR

EXIT

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

EXIT

ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series

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7. System Setup

Adjuststhesystemconguration.

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

MOVE/ENTER

LIGHT IN MOTION

Aura Sync

Aura RGB

Sound

USB Hub

OSD Setup

Language

Information

Key Lock

Power Indicator

Power Key Lock

All Reset

BACK

BACK

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

ON

OFF

EXIT

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

EXIT

• LIGHT IN MOTION: Set the red light intensity level on the base

from Level 1 to Level 3. To turn off the red light, set Level 0.

• 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 the Aura Sync function is turned ON, the Aura RGB function will

become unavailable.

• See page 3-10 for information on how to customize Aura light effects

from your computer.

• Sound: Selects “Volume” to adjust the output volume level.

Selects “Mute” to mute the output volume.

• USB Hub: Turn On/Off USB Hub function during the standby

mode.

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• OSD Setup: Adjusts the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and

Transparency of the OSD screen.

• 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,
Persian, Thai, and Indonesian.

• Information:Displays the monitor information.

• 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.

8. MyFavorite

Load/Save all settings on the monitor.

DisplayPort 2560x1440@ 60Hz

Racing Mode Aura OFF

ROG Strix XG35VQ

GameVisual

Blue Light Filter

Color

Image

PIP/PBP Setting

Input Select

System Setup

MyFavorite

MOVE/ENTER

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 on your desktop.

RefertothegurebelowforinformationabouttheAURAprogram

functions.

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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

Sound from HDMI

HDMI input

DisplayPort input

Mini DP1.2

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

XG32VQ

31.5”W (80.1 cm)

2560x1440

300cd/m

178°(H) /178°(V)

4ms (G To G ), 1ms (MPRT)

HDMI2.0x1

Upstream x1, Downstream x2

(USB port without power charger when

upstream no link)

(Measuring a screen brightness of 200 nits

without audio/ USB/ Card reader connection)

-5° ~ +20°

713.4 x 590.0 x 296.1 mm

713.4 x 425.7 x 111.2 mm

829 x 614 x 298 mm

AC 100~240V(Built-in)

2

3000:1

16.7 M

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

< 38 W*

Black

< 0.5W

< 0.5W

9.6 kg

13.9 kg

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Model

Panel Size

Max. Resolution

Brightness (Typ.)

Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.)

Viewing Angle (CR=10)

Display Colors

Response Time

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

XG32VQR

31.5”W (80.1 cm)

2560x1440

450cd/m

178°(H) /178°(V)

≥16.7M

4ms (G To G ), 1ms (MPRT)

HDMI2.0x2

Upstream x1, Downstream x2

(USB port without power charger when

upstream no link)

(Measuring a screen brightness of 200 nits

without audio/ USB/ Card reader connection)

-5° ~ +20°

713.4 x 590.0 x 296.1 mm

713.4 x 425.7 x 111.2 mm

829 x 614 x 298 mm

AC 100~240V(Built-in)

2

3000:1

Yes

Yes

Yes

< 38 W*

Black

< 0.5W

< 0.5W

9.6 kg

13.9 kg

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Model

Panel Size

Max. Resolution

Brightness (Typ.)

Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.)

Viewing Angle (CR>10)

Display Colors

Response Time

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

XG35VQ

35”W (88.9 cm)

3440x1440

300cd/m

178°(H) /178°(V)

4ms (G To G ), 1ms (MPRT)

HDMI1.4x1, HDMI2.0x1

Upstream x1, Downstream x2

(USB port without power charger when

upstream no link)

(Measuring a screen brightness of 200 nits

without audio/ USB/ Card reader connection)

-5° ~ +20°

834.7 x 564.7 x 310.2 mm

834.7 x 381.5 x 122.4 mm

971 x 601 x 297 mm

AC 100~240V(Built-in)

2

2500:1

16.7 M

Yes

Yes

Yes

< 49 W*

Black

< 0.5W

< 0.5W

12.2 kg

17.2 kg

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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 button to check if the monitor is in 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.

The following function is disabled
automatically.

• Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync (for

DisplayPort).

• ELMB (for XG35VQ)

• PIP/PBP Setting(for

XG35VQ)

ASUS LCD Monitor XG Series

• Those functions can’t be enabled at the same

time. Enable one will disable others automatically.
Choose one function which you wanted.

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3.4 Supported Timing List

PC Supported Primary Timing

XG32VQ

Timing List HDMI2.0 DisplayPort 1.2 Mini DP

640 x 480 @ 60Hz V V V

640 x 480 @ 67Hz V V V

640 x 480 @ 72Hz V V V

640 x 480 @ 75Hz V V V

720 x 400 @ 70Hz V V V

720 x 480 @ 60Hz V V V

720 x 576 @ 50Hz V V V

800 x 600 @ 56Hz V V V

800 x 600 @ 60Hz V V V

800 x 600 @ 72Hz V V V

800 x 600 @ 75Hz V

1024 x 768 @ 60Hz V V V

1024 x 768 @ 70Hz V V V

1024 x 768 @ 75Hz V

1152 x 864 @ 75Hz V V V

1280 x 720 @ 50Hz V V V

1280 x 720 @ 60Hz V V V

1280 x 960 @ 60Hz V V V

1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz V V V

1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz V V V

1440 x 480 @ 60Hz V V V

1440 x 576 @ 50Hz V V V

1440 x 900 @ 60Hz V V V

1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz V V V

1920 x 1080 @ 50Hz V V V

1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz V V V

2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz V V V

2560 x 1440 @ 85Hz V V V

2560 x 1440 @ 100Hz V V V

2560 x 1440 @ 120Hz V V V

2560 x 1440 @ 144Hz V (Default timing) V (Default timing) V (Default timing)

V V

V V

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XG32VQR

Timing List HDMI2.0 DisplayPort 1.2

640 x 480 @ 60Hz

640 x 480 @ 67Hz

640 x 480 @ 72Hz V V

640 x 480 @ 75Hz V V

720 x 400 @ 70Hz V

720 x 480 @ 60Hz V V

720 x 576 @ 50Hz V V

800 x 600 @ 56Hz

800 x 600 @ 60Hz V V

800 x 600 @ 72Hz V V

800 x 600 @ 75Hz

1024 x 768 @ 60Hz V V

1024 x 768 @ 70Hz V V

1024 x 768 @ 75Hz V

1152 x 864 @ 75Hz V V

1280 x 720 @ 50Hz V V

1280 x 720 @ 60Hz V V

1280 x 960 @ 60Hz V V

1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz V V

1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz V V

1440 x 480 @ 60Hz V V

1440 x 576 @ 50Hz V V

1440 x 900 @ 60Hz V V

1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz V V

1920 x 1080 @ 50Hz V V

1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz V V

2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz V V

2560 x 1440 @ 100Hz V V

2560 x 1440 @ 120Hz V V

2560 x 1440 @ 144Hz V (Default timing) V (Default timing)

V V

V

V V

V V

V

V

V

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XG35VQ

Timing List HDMI1.4 HDMI2.0 DisplayPort 1.2

640 x 480 @ 60Hz

640 x 480 @ 67Hz

640 x 480 @ 72Hz V V V

640 x 480 @ 75Hz V V V

720 x 400 @ 70Hz V

720 x 480 @ 60Hz V V X

720 x 576 @ 50Hz V V V

800 x 600 @ 56Hz V

800 x 600 @ 60Hz V V V

800 x 600 @ 72Hz V V V

800 x 600 @ 75Hz V

1024 x 768 @ 60Hz V V V

1024 x 768 @ 70Hz V V V

1024 x 768 @ 75Hz V

1152 x 864 @ 75Hz V V V

1280 x 720 @ 60Hz V V V

1280 x 960 @ 60Hz V V V

1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz V V V

1280 x1024 @ 75Hz

1440 x 900 @ 60Hz V V V

1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz V V V

1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz

3440 x 1440 @ 30Hz V V X

3440 x 1440 @ 50Hz V X X

3440 x 1440 @ 60Hz V (Default timing) V V

3440 x 1440 @ 75Hz X X V

3440 x 1440 @ 85Hz X V V

3440 x 1440 @100Hz X V (Default timing) V (Default timing)

V V

V V

V

V V

V

V

V V

V V

V V

V

V

V

V

V

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Video timing

XG32VQ

Timing List HDMI2.0 DisplayPort 1.2 Mini DP

640x480 @ 59.94Hz V V V

640x480 @ 60Hz

720x480P @ 59.94Hz V V V

720x480P @ 60Hz V V V

720x576P @ 50Hz

1280x720P @ 50Hz V V

1280x720P @ 59.94Hz V V V

1280x720P @ 60Hz

1440x480P @ 59.94Hz V V V

1440x480P @ 60Hz V V V

1440x576P @ 50Hz

1920x1080P @ 50Hz V V V

1920x1080P @ 59.94Hz V V V

1920x1080P @ 60Hz V V V

V

V

V V

V V

V V

V V

XG32VQR

Timing List HDMI2.0 DisplayPort 1.2

640x480 @ 59.94Hz V V

640x480 @ 60Hz V V

720x480P @ 59.94Hz V V

720x480P @ 60Hz V V

720x576P @ 50Hz V V

1280x720P @ 50Hz V V

1280x720P @ 59.94Hz V V

1280x720P @ 60Hz V V

1280x720P@120Hz V V

1440x480P @ 59.94Hz V V

1440x480P @ 60Hz V V

1440x576P @ 50Hz V V

1920x1080P @ 50Hz V V

1920x1080P @ 59.94Hz V V

1920x1080P @ 60Hz V V

1920x1080P @ 120Hz V V

V

V

V

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XG35VQ

Timing List HDMI1.4 HDMI2.0 DisplayPort 1.2

640x480 @ 59.94Hz

640x480 @ 60Hz

720x480P @ 59.94Hz V V V

720x480P @ 60Hz V V V

720x576P @ 50Hz V

1280x720P @ 50Hz V V

1280x720P @ 59.94Hz V V V

1280x720P @ 60Hz V

1440x480P @ 59.94Hz V V V

1440x480P @ 60Hz V V V

1440x576P @ 50Hz V

1920x1080P @ 50Hz V V V

1920x1080P @ 59.94Hz V V V

1920x1080P @ 60Hz 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

V V

V

V

V V

V V

V

V

V

V

V

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