GIGABYTE Aorus FO48U User Manual

TACTICAL

GAMING MONITOR

USER GUIDE

Monitor User’s Manual

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• In order to assist in the use of this monitor, carefully read the User
Guide.

• For more information, check on our website at:
https://www.gigabyte.com

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Safety Precautions

Read through the following Safety Precautions before using the monitor.

• Only use the accessories that are provided with the monitor or that
which are recommended by the manufacturer.

• Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that
cannot be reached by children.

• Before connecting the monitor to the power outlet, make sure that
the voltage rating of the power cable is compatible with the power
specication in the country where you are located.

• The power cord plug must be connected to a properly wired and
grounded power outlet.

• Do not touch the plug with wet hands, otherwise easily cause
electric shock.

• Place the monitor in a stable and well-ventilated place.

• Do not place the monitor near any heat sources such as electric

radiators or direct sunlight.

• The holes or openings on the monitor are for ventilation. Do not
cover or block the ventilation holes with any objects.

• Do not use the monitor near water, drinks, or all types of liquids.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock or damage to the
monitor.

• Make sure to unplug the monitor from the power outlet before
cleaning.

• As the screen surface is easy to be scratched, avoid touching the
surface with any hard or sharp object.

• Use a soft lint-free cloth instead of a tissue to wipe the screen. You
may use a glass cleaner to clean the monitor if required. However,
never spray the cleaner directly onto the screen.

• Disconnect the power cable if the monitor is not being used for a
long period of time.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the monitor yourself.

• The Monitor uses low blue light panel and compliance with TÜV

Rheinland Low Blue Light Hardware Solution at factory reset/default
setting mode (Brightness 40%, Contrast: 50%, CCT: Normal, Preset
mode: Standard).

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Stability Hazard Precautions

The product may fall, causing serious personal injury or death. To
prevent injury, this product must be securely attached to the oor/wall in
accordance with the installation instructions.

Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple
precautions such as:

• ALWAYS use stands or installation methods recommended by the
manufacturer of the product set.

• ALWAYS use furniture that can safely support the product.

• ALWAYS ensure the product is not overhanging the edge of the

supporting furniture.

• ALWAYS educate children about the dangers of climbing on furniture
to reach the product or its controls.

• ALWAYS route cords and cables connected to your product so they
cannot be tripped over, pulled or grabbed.

• NEVER place a product in an unstable location.

• NEVER place the product on tall furniture (for example, cupboards or

bookcases) without

• anchoring both the furniture and the product to a suitable support.

• NEVER place the product on cloth or other materials that may be

located between the product and supporting furniture.

• NEVER place items that might tempt children to climb, such as toys
and remote controls, on the top of the product or furniture on which
the product is placed.

• If the existing product is going to be retained and relocated, the
same considerations as above should be applied.

• To prevent personal injury or damage to the product caused by
tipping over due to earthquakes or other shocks, make sure to install
the product in a stable location and take measures to prevent falling.

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CONTENTS

Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................3

Stability Hazard Precautions .........................................................................................4

Introduction .................................................................................................................................6

Unpacking ...........................................................................................................................6

Package Contents .............................................................................................................9

Product Overview ..........................................................................................................10

Getting Started.........................................................................................................................13

Installing the Monitor Base ........................................................................................ 13

Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control ................................................ 15

Installing a Wall-Mount Bracket (Optional) .......................................................... 16

Making Connections .................................................................................................... 18

Using the Device ......................................................................................................................19

Turning the Power On/O .......................................................................................... 19

User Comfort Recommendations ............................................................................ 20

ASS (AORUS Smart System) of Image Sticking Prevention ............................. 21

Selecting the Input Source .........................................................................................23

Operations ................................................................................................................................. 24

Quick Menu ......................................................................................................................24

Congure the Device Settings .................................................................................. 29

Appendices ................................................................................................................................40

Specications .................................................................................................................. 40

Supported Timing List .................................................................................................. 41

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................42

Basic Care .......................................................................................................................... 43

Notes on USB Charging ............................................................................................... 43

GIGABYTE Service Information ................................................................................. 43

Safety Information .................................................................................................................. 44

Regulatory Notices ........................................................................................................ 44

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INTRODUCTION

Unpacking

1. Open the top cover of the upper box.

2. Remove the items from the upper EPS foam.

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3. Remove the locks securing the upper box to the lower box.

4. Firmly hold both sides of the upper box and lift to remove it from the

lower box.

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5. Remove the upper and sides EPS foams.

6. Carefully remove the monitor from the lower box.

Important: To protect the screen, DO NOT remove the plastic bag around

the monitor until you place the monitor on a table. Refer to page 14.

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Note: We highly recommended to use at least two people to move the
monitor.

Package Contents

The following items come with your packaging box. If any of them is
missing, please contact your local dealer.

Monitor Monitor Bases (x2) Remote Control

Power Cable HDMI Cable USB Cable

Multilingual
Installation
Guide

AORUS FO48U

Warranty Card

DP Cable Quick Start Guide Warranty Card

Note: Please keep the packaging box and packing materials for future
transportation of the monitor.

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Product Overview

Front View

1 Power LED 2 Control button

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2

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Rear View

9

1 AC IN jack
2 Line-Out port
3 Headphone jack
4 HDMI ports (x2)
5 DisplayPort

Note:

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

HDMI

-2 HDMI-1

2 3 5 6 7 81

4

DP TYPE-C

USB 3.0

6 USB Type-C port
7 USB upstream port
8 USB 3.0 ports (x2)
9 Kensington lock

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Remote Control

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1 2

3

4

1 Power button
2 Input button
3 Enter button
4 Navigation buttons

(up/down/left/right)

5

8

6
7

9

5 Picture Mode button
6 Mute button
7 Audio Mode button
8 Volume Up button
9 Volume Down button

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GETTING STARTED

Installing the Monitor Base

1. Place the monitor on a table, with the screen facing down.

Note: We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to

prevent damage to the monitor.

Important: To protect the screen, DO NOT remove the plastic bag around
the monitor until you place the monitor on a table.

2. Align and install the monitor bases into the mounting slots on the

bottom of the monitor.

3. Secure the monitor bases with the four screws.

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4. Lift the monitor to an upright position and place it on a table.

Note: We highly recommended to use at least two people to lift the monitor.

5. Remove the plastic bag around the monitor.

Removing the plastic bag

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AAA

AAA

Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control

1. Open the battery cover.

2. Insert two AAA batteries into the battery compartment. Ensure that

the batteries are inserted with the correct polarity.

3. Replace the battery cover.

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Installing a Wall-Mount Bracket (Optional)

Use only the 300 x 300 mm wall mount kit recommended by the
manufacturer.

1. Place the monitor on a table, with the screen facing down.

Note: We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to

prevent damage to the monitor.

2. Remove the four screws securing the monitor bases.

3. Remove the monitor bases.

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300 mm

4. Attach the mounting bracket to the mounting holes at the rear of

the monitor. Then use the screws to secure the bracket in place.

300 mm

Note: To mount the monitor on the wall, refer to the installation guide that is
included in the wall-mount bracket kit. VESA mounting screw size: M6 x 16mm
minimum.

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Making Connections

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2

1 3 6

1 Power cable
2 Audio cable
3 Headphone cable
4 HDMI cable

HDMI

-2 HDMI-1

4

DP TYPE-C

USB 3.0

5 7 8

5 DisplayPort cable
6 USB Type-C cable
7 USB (A-Male to B-Male) cable
8 USB cable

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USING THE DEVICE

Turning the Power On/O

Power On

1. Connect one end of the power cable to the AC IN jack at the rear of

the monitor.

2. Connect other end of the the power cable to a power outlet.

3. Press the Control button to turn on the monitor. The Power LED will

light in white, indicating the monitor is ready to use.

Note:

• You can also use the button on the remote control to turn on the
monitor.

• If the Power LED remains o after you turn on the monitor, please check the

LED Indicator setting in the Settings menu. Refer to page 37.

Power O

Press the Control button for 2 seconds to turn o the monitor.

Note:

• When the Main menu appears on the screen, you can also turn o the

monitor by moving the Control button down ( ). Refer to page 26.

• You can also use the button on the remote control to turn o the
monitor.

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User Comfort Recommendations

The following are some tips for comfortable viewing of your monitor:

• Optimal viewing distances for monitors range from approximately
152cm to 244 cm (5 feet to 8 feet).

• A general guideline is to position the monitor such that the top
of the screen is at or slightly below your eye-height when you are
comfortably seated.

• Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing.

• Take regular and frequent breaks (at least for 10 minutes) every 30

minutes.

• Be sure to periodically look away from your monitor screen and focus
on a far object for at least 20 seconds during the breaks.

• Eye exercise can help reduce eye strain. Repeat these exercises
frequently: (1) look up and down (2) slowly roll your eye (3) move
your eyes diagonally.

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ASS (AORUS Smart System) of Image Sticking Prevention

APCS (AORUS Prevention Compensation System)

To reduces the risk of image retention occurrence, if the monitor has
been in use for more than 4 hours, the APCS will start automatically
after the monitor is switched o. You can also start the APCS manually
via the OSD menu.

When the APCS process begins, the montior will display a warning
message and the power LED starts ashing white. When the power LED
lights o, this indicates the APCS process is complete. The duration of
the APCS process is around 5 minutes.

AOCS (AORUS Organic Compensation System)

To reduces the risk of image retention occurrence, if the monitor has
been in use for more than 1500 hours, the AOCS will start automatically
after the monitor is switched o. You can also start the AOCS manually
via the OSD menu.

When the AOCS process begins, the montior will display a warning
message and the power LED starts ashing white. When the power LED
lights o, this indicates the AOCS process is complete.

• The duration of the AOCS process is around 1 hour.

• During the AOCS process, the appearance of white scanning lines on

the screen is considered normal.

Note:

• If you need to turn o the monitor during the APCS/AOCS process, press
the button on the remote control or move the Control button down ( ).

• During the APCS/AOCS process, DO NOT disconnect the power cable from
the monitor.

• Avoid turning on the monitor during the APCS/AOCS process. If you turn
on the monitor, the APCS/AOCS process will be interrupted and will restart
after the monitor is turned o.

• If the APCS/AOCS item in the OSD menu is grayed out, this indicates that
the monitor has not been in use for more than 4 hours or 1500 hours
respectively.

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ASC (AORUS Static Control)

If the monitor has not been in use for a period of time, the ASC starts
to reduce the brightness of the screen gradually or activate the screen
saver. The screen brightness will be restored immediately after an
interaction has been detected by the system.

• After 5 minutes of inactivity, the screen brightness will be reduced
by 30%.

• After 10 minutes of inactivity, the screen brightness will be reduced
by 50%.

• After 15 minutes of inactivity, the screen saver is activated automatically.
You will see the word “AORUS” appearing randomly on the dark screen.

ATC (AORUS Tactical Control)

If the AORUS tactical function (Dashboard/Game Assist) is activated, the
message box transparency will be preset to 20% and the pixels in the
message box area will continue to automatically shift. When the display
is turned o, these values are automatically reset in order to prevent the
image retention.

TSS (Time Statistic System)

TSS includes the following functions:

• The total time the monitor has been on.

• The number of APCS/AOCS executions.

Warning! If the monitor has been in use for more than 36 hours without
running the APCS, the screen will display a warning message and instructions
on how to start the APCS process. The message will disappear automatically
after a minute. If the instructions are ignored, the message keeps reappearing
every after an hour.

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Selecting the Input Source

1. Move the Control button right

( ) to enter the Input menu.

2. Move the Control button up/

down ( ) to select the desired
input source. Then press the

Control button to conrm.

Note: You can also use the buttons on the remote control to do the folllowing:

√ Use the Navigation/Enter buttons to make the selection.
√ Press the button to directly enter the Input menu.

Input

HDMI 1

HDMI2

DisplayPort

Type-C

Select Exit

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OPERATIONS

Note: You can either use the Control button or the Navigation/Enter buttons

on the remote control to navigate through the menu and make adjustments.

Quick Menu

Hot Key

By default, the Control button has been assigned with the specic
function.

Note: To change the preset hot key function, refer to the “Quick Switch” section
on page 37.

To access the hot key function, do the following:

• Move the Control button up ( ) to enter the Black Equalizer
menu.

Move the Control button
up/down ( ) to adjust
the setting and press the

Control button to conrm.

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• Move the Control button down ( ) to enter the Picture Mode
menu.

Move the Control button
up/down ( ) to select the

Picture Mode

desired option and press the

Control button to conrm.

Note: You can also press the

button on the remote control to
directly enter the Picture Mode
menu.

sRGB

Custom 1

Custom 2

Custom 3

Green

Select Exit

• Move the Control button left ( ) to enter the Volume menu.
Move the Control button

up/down ( ) to adjust
the headphone volume

Volume

level and press the Control
button to conrm.

Note: You can also press the
or button on the remote

control to directly enter the
Volume menu.

30

Adjust Exit

• Move the Control button right ( ) to enter the the Input menu.
Refer to the “Selecting the Input Source” section.

Note: To close the menu, move the Control button left ( ).

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Function Key Guide

Press the Control button to display the Main menu.

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SETTING

Dashboard

EXIT

GAME ASSISTDASHBOARD

Game Assist

Exit

Power O

Settings

POWER OFF

Then use the Control button to select the desired function and
congure the related settings.

Dashboard

When the Main menu appears on the screen, move the Control button
left ( ) to enter the Dashboard menu.

Dashboard

Function

Dashboard Location

ON

OFF

CPU Temperature

CPU Frequency

CPU Fan Speed

CPU Usage Rate

GPU Temperature

GPU Frequency

GPU Fan Speed

Select Exit

• Function: Enable/Disable the function. When enabled, you can
select the desired option(s) to be shown on the screen.

• Dashboard Location: Specify the location of the Dashboard
information to be shown on the screen.

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Once the Dashboard conguration is complete, it will transfer the
system data to the SOC through the USB port and display the value of
the selected function(s) on the screen.

CPU Temperature
CPU Frequency
CPU Fan Speed
CPU Usage Rate
GPU Temperature
GPU Frequency
GPU Fan Speed
GPU Usage Rate
AORUS Mouse DPI

Note: Make sure the USB cable is properly connected to the USB upstream port
of the monitor and the USB port of your computer.

Game Assist

When the Main menu appears on the screen, move the Control button
right ( ) to enter the Game Assist menu.

GameAssist

AORUS Info

Crosshair

Display

Alignment

Gaming Timer

Gaming Counter

Refresh Rate

Info Location

Select Exit

OFF

Count Up

Count Down

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• AORUS Info: Congure the FPS (First Person Shooting) game related
settings.

√ Select Gaming Timer to select countdown timer mode. To

disable this function, set the setting to OFF.

√ Select Gaming Counter or Refresh Rate to enable/disable the

gaming counter or real-time refresh rate setting.

√ Select Info Location to specify the location of the information to

be shown on the screen.

00:00

00

60

• Crosshair: Select the desired crosshair type to suit your gaming
environment. It makes aiming much easier.

• Display Alignment: When the function is enabled, it displays the
alignment lines on the four sides of the screen, providing handy tool
for you to line up multiple monitors perfectly.

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Picture Mode Green

Congure the Device Settings

When the Main menu appears on the screen, move the Control button
up ( ) to enter the Settings menu.

Exit

Move/Adjust

Enter/Confirm

Button Guide

Gaming

Congure the game related settings.

Resolution Aim Stabilizer Sync Overdrive Refresh Rate Adaptive Sync

3840x2160 OFF Smart OD 60 HZ OFF

Black Equalizer

Gaming

Picture

Display

PIP/PBP

System

Save Settings

Reset all

10

Picture Mode Green

Aim Stabilizer Sync

Black Equalizer

Super Resolution

Display Mode

Display Position

Adaptive Sync

10

Item Description

Aim Stabilizer
Sync

Black

When this function is enabled, it reduces the motion
blur in a fast moving games.

Note: This function is not available under the following
conditions:

- when the frequency setting is lower than 100Hz.

- when the Adaptive Sync function is activated.

Adjust the brightness of the black areas.

Equalizer

Exit

Move/Adjust

Enter/Confirm

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Super

Sharpen the low resolution images.

Resolution
Display Mode Select the aspect ratio of the screen.

• Full: Scale the input image to ll the screen. Ideal
for 16:9 aspect images.

• Aspect: Display the input image without
geometric distortion lling as much of the screen
as possible.

• 1:1: Display the input image in its native resolution
without scaling.

• 22”W (16:10): Display the input image as if on a
22”W monitor of 16:10 aspect ratio.

• 23”W (16:9): Display the input image as if on a
23”W monitor of 16:9 aspect ratio.

• 23.6”W (16:9): Display the input image as if on a

23.6”W monitor of 16:9 aspect ratio.

• 24”W (16:9): Display the input image as if on a
24”W monitor of 16:9 aspect ratio.

• 27”W (16:9): Display the input image as if on a
27”W monitor of 16:9 aspect ratio.

• 32”W (16:9): Display the input image as if on a
32”W monitor of 16:9 aspect ratio.

Note: This option is not compatible with Adaptive Sync
function.

Display

Determine the position of the Display Mode screen.

Position
Adaptive Sync When this function is enabled, it eliminates the screen

lag and tearing while playing games.

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Picture

Congure the image related settings.

SDR Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temp.

Gaming

Picture

Display

PIP/PBP

System

Save Settings

Reset all

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Picture Mode Green

Custom 1

Custom 2

Custom 3

Green

Brightness

Contrast

Advance Contrast

6 axis Color

Color Vibrance

Sharpness

Gamma

Exit

Move/Adjust

Enter/Confirm

Select the one of the preset picture mode.

• Custom 1: Customized picture mode settings.

• Custom 2: Customized picture mode settings.

• Custom 3: Customized picture mode settings.

• Green: For saving the power consumption of the monitor.

Then you can congure the following image settings.

Item Description

Brightness Adjust the brightness of the image.

40

Contrast Adjust the contrast of the image.
Advance

Contrast

Adjust the black level of the image to achieve the
optimum contrast.

6 axis Color An advanced color adjustment that user can

individually customize hue and saturation for each

axis color.
Color Vibrance Adjust the intensity of the more muted colors.
Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the image.
Gamma Adjust the middle level of luminance.

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Item Description

Color Temp. Select the color temperature.

Note: Select User Dene to customize the color

temperature by adjusting the red (R), green (G), or blue (B)

level according to your preference.

Color Space Select the color space for the monitor color output.
Senseye Demo Split the screen in half (2 windows).

The image of the selected mode with its default

settings will appear on the left window and the

adjusted image with the new settings will appear on

the right window.
Reset Picture Reset all Picture settings to the default settings.

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Gaming

Picture

Display

PIP/PBP

System

HDR 1000

HDR_Game

HDR_Movie

HDR_HLG

Brightness

Contrast

Light Enhance

Color Enhance

Dark Enhance

Picture Mode Green

HDR Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temp.

40 50 522 Normal

40

Note: The following picture modes will be shown only when HDR function is
activated.

• Light Enhance: Enhance the Brightness performance.

• Color Enhance: Enhance the Color performance.

• Dark Enhance: Enhance the Darkness performance.

Display

Congure the display screen related settings.

SDR Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temp.

Gaming

Picture

Display

PIP/PBP

System

Save Settings

Reset all

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Picture Mode Green

Input

KVM

HDR

RGB PC Range

Overscan

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

DisplayPort

Type-C

Item Description

Input Select the input source.

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Exit

Move/Adjust

Enter/Confirm

Item Description

Input

KVM

HDR

RGB PC Range

Overscan

KVM Switch

KVM Wizard

KVM Reset

USB-B

Type-C

Exit

Move/Adjust

Picture Mode Green

KVM Congure the KVM related settings.

• KVM Switch: Switch the input source that has
been assigned to USB-B or Type-C connection in
the KVM Wizard settings.

• KVM Wizard: Set the input source to be bound
with USB Type-B connection and USB Type-C
connection.

• KVM Reset: Restore the KVM default settings.

HDR Enable/Disable the HDR function.

Note: This option is only available for HDMI input.

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RGB PC Range Select an appropriate RGB range setting or let the

monitor to detect it automatically.

Note: This option is only available for HDMI input.

Overscan When this function is enabled, it slightly enlarges

the input image to hide the outermost edges of the
image.

Note: This option is only available for HDMI input.

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PIP/PBP

Congure the multi-picture related settings.

SDR Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temp.

Gaming

Picture

Display

PIP/PBP

System

Save Settings

Reset all

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Picture Mode Green

OFF

PIP

PBP

Exit

Move/Adjust

Enter/Confirm

Item Description

OFF Disable the PIP/PBP function.
PIP Split the screen into 2 parts (main window and inset

window).

• Source: Change the input source for the inset

window.

• USB Control: Select the control source from USB-B

or Type-C.

• PIP Size: Adjust the inset window size.

• Location: Move the inset window position.

• Display Switch: Swap the two windows.

• Audio Switch: Select which audio source you want

to hear the sound from.

PBP Display 1x1 split screen (left and right windows).

• Source: Change the input source for the right

window.

• USB Control: Select the control source from USB-B

or Type-C.

• PBP Size: Adjust the window size.

• Display Switch: Swap the two windows.

• Audio Switch: Select which audio source you want

to hear the sound from.

Note: PIP/PBP is not compatible with HDR and Adaptive Sync functions.

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System

Congure the system related settings.

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SDR Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temp.

Gaming

Picture

Display

PIP/PBP

System

Save Settings

Reset all

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Picture Mode Green

Language

Audio

Audio Mode

OSD Settings

Quick Switch

Other Settings

English

互Ṿ

䯑Ṿ

Deutsch

Русский

Français

㘶㝽嫯

Exit

Move/Adjust

Enter/Confirm

Item Description

Language Select an available language for the OSD menu.
Audio Congure the audio related settings.

• Volume (Line Out): Adjust the volume level for

3.5mm jack.

• Mute: Enable/Disable the mute function.

Audio Mode Select the desired audio mode.
OSD Settings Congure the on-screen display (OSD) menu related

settings.

• Display Time: Set the length of time the OSD

menu remains on the screen.

• OSD Transparency: Adjust the OSD menu transparency.

• OSD Lock: When this function is enabled, no OSD

adjustment is allowed.

Note: To disable the OSD lock function, press the

Control key. When the message appears on the screen,

select Ye s to conrm.

The button is locked,

confirm to unlock OSD.

YesNo

• Size: Enable or disable adjusting the OSD menu window.

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Item Description

Quick Switch Assign the function of the hot keys.

Available options: Aim Stabilizer, Black Equalizer,
Low Blue Light, Volume, Audio Mode, Input, Contrast,
Brightness, Picture Mode, and KVM Switch.

The default setting of the hot keys as below:

D Up ( ): Black Equalizer
D Down ( ): Picture Mode
D Right ( ): Input
D Left ( ): Volume

Other Settings • Resolution Notice: When this function is enabled,

the recommended resolution message will appear
on the screen when the monitor switches to
another input source.

• Input Auto Switch: When this function is enabled, it
automatically switches to an available input source.

• Auto Power OFF: When this function is enabled,
the monitor will automatically turn o after a
certain amount of time.

• LED Indicator: By default, the LED indicator is set
to Always ON.

D Always ON: The Power LED lights white during

operation and lights orange in standby mode.
D Always OFF: Turn o the Power LED.
D Standby ON: The Power LED lights orange in

standby mode.
D When the power supply is switched o, the

Power LED will remain o.

• HDMI2.1 Support: If enabled, supports HDMI2.1
standard.

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Other Settings

(continued)

• Type-C DSC: If the compatible device does not
support DSC, set this option to AUTO.

• Panel Usage Time: Set screen usage time to avoid
eye strain.

• APCS: If enabled, removes image retention. For
more information, refer to page 21

• AOCS: If enabled, removes image retention
caused by OLED degradation. For more
information, refer to page 21.

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Save Settings

Set the personalized OSD congurations for Setting1, Setting2, or
Setting3.

SDR Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temp.

Gaming

Picture

Display

PIP/PBP

System

Save Settings

Reset all

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Picture Mode Green

Setting1

Setting2

Setting3

Save

Load

Exit

Move/Adjust

Enter/Confirm

Item Description

Save Save the customized settings.
Load Load the saved settings.

Reset all

Restore the monitor to its factory default settings.

SDR Brightness Contrast Sharpness Gamma Color Temp.

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Gaming

Picture

Display

PIP/PBP

System

Save Settings

Reset all

Picture Mode Green

Exit

Move/Adjust

Enter/Confirm

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APPENDICES

Specications

Item Specications

Panel Size 48-inch
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Resolution 3840 x 2160 (UHD)
Pixel Pitch 0.274(H) x 0.274(V)
Brightness 135nits (10000K) for Full-White pattern
Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 135,000:1
Dynamic Contrast

Ratio
Color Depth 1.07B
Active Display area 1052.16(H) x 591.84(V)
Viewing Angle 178°(H) / 178°(V) (Typ.)
Input/Output

Terminals

Power Supply 100 to 240Vac at 50/60Hz
Power

Consumptions

Dimensions
(W x H x D)

Weight 15.0 ±0.5 kg (with Stand)

N/A

• 2x HDMI 2.1 (6G +
DSC only, no support
for 6G and above)

• 1x DP1.4 (shares DSC
with HDMI port)

• 1x Headphone

• 1x Line-Out

• On: 265W (max.)

• Standby: 0.5W

• O: 0.3W

• 1068.5 x 611.8 x 43.1 mm (without stand)

• 1014.9 x 677.5 x 251.3 mm (with stand)

• 1x USB upstream

• 2x USB 3.0

(downstream),
support BC 1.2
charging (5V/1.5A)

• 1x USB Type-C
(5V/3A, 9V/2A,
12V/1.5A, 15V/1A)

Temperature Range
(operation)

0°C to 40°C

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Note: Specications subject to change without notice.

Supported Timing List

Port HDMI DisplayPort

Timing

640x480@60Hz
640x480@75Hz

720x480@60Hz 720x480@60Hz
720x576P@50Hz 720x576P@50Hz
800x600@60Hz 800x600@60Hz
800x600@75Hz 800x600@75Hz
1024x768@60Hz 1024x768@60Hz
1024x768@75Hz 1024x768@75Hz
1280x720@60Hz 1280x720@60Hz
1280x720@100Hz 1280x720@100Hz
1280x720@120Hz 1280x720@120Hz
1920x1080@60Hz 1920x1080@60Hz
1920x1080@120Hz 1920x1080@120Hz
2560x1440@60Hz 2560x1440@60Hz
2560x1440@120Hz 2560x1440@120Hz
3840x2160@60Hz 3840x2160@60Hz
3840x2160@120Hz 3840x2160@120Hz
3440x1440@60Hz(21:9) 3440x1440@60Hz(21:9)
3440x1440@120Hz(21:9) 3440x1440@120Hz(21:9)
3840x1080@60Hz(32:9) 3840x1080@60Hz(32:9)
3840x1080@120Hz(32:9) 3840x1080@120Hz(32:9)

640x480@60Hz
640x480@75Hz

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Solution(s)

No power • Make sure the power cable is properly

connected to the power source and the
monitor.

• Check the cable and plug to make sure they
are not broken.

• Make sure the monitor is turned on.

No image appears
on the screen

• Make sure the monitor and the computer
are properly connected and both devices are
turned on.

• Make sure you have selected the correct
input source. Refer to page 23 or 33.

• Adjust the Brightness and Contrast settings.
Refer to page 31.

The image does
not ll the entire

• Try dierent Display Mode (aspect ratio)
setting. Refer to page 30.

screen
The colors are

distorted

• Make sure the input signal cable is properly
connected.

• Congure the image related settings. Refer to
page 31.

No sound or
volume is low

• Make sure the headphone cable is properly
connected.

• Adjust the volume level. Refer to page 36.

• Adjust your computer sound related settings.

Note: If the problem persists, please contact our customer service for further
assistance.

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Basic Care

When the screen becomes dirty, do the following to clean the screen:

• Wipe the screen with your soft, lint-free cloth to remove any residual
dust.

• Spray or apply the cleaning uid onto a soft cloth. Then wipe the
screen gently with the damp cloth.

Note:

• Make sure that the cloth is damp, but not wet.

• When wiping, avoid applying excessive pressure on the screen.

• Acidic or abrasive cleaners can damage the screen.

Notes on USB Charging

The following devices are not compatible with BC 1.2 of CDP mode.
When the Hub is connected to a PC, these devices cannot be charged
using the USB cable.

Vendor Device PID/VID

Apple IPad PID_129A/VID_05AC
Samsung Galaxy Tab2 10.1 PID_6860/VID_04E8
Samsung GALAXY TabPro PID_6860/VID_04E8

GIGABYTE Service Information

More service information, please visit GIGABYTE ocial website:
https://www.gigabyte.com/

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Regulatory Notices

United States of America, Federal Communications
Commission Statement

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information

Product Name: OLED monitor
Trade Name: GIGABYTE
Model Number: AORUS FO48U

Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information: G.B.T. Inc.
Address: 17358 Railroad street, City Of Industry, CA91748
Tel.: [phone]
Internet contact information: https://www.gigabyte.com

FCC Compliance Statement:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Subpart B,
Unintentional Radiators.
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 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 manufacturer’s 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 o 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.

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• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dierent from that
to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.

European Union (EU) CE Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with the following directives: Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU, Low-voltage Directive 2014/35/
EU, ErP Directive 2009/125/EC, RoHS directive (recast) 2011/65/EU & the
2015/863 Statement.

This product has been tested and found to comply with all essential
requirements of the Directives.

European Union (EU) RoHS (recast) Directive 2011/65/EU &
the European Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863
Statement

GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous
substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE, PBB, DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP).
The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS
requirement. Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are continuing our eorts
to develop products that do not use internationally banned toxic
chemicals.

European Union (EU) Community Waste Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE will fulll the national laws as interpreted from the 2012/19/
EU WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) (recast) directive.
The WEEE Directive species the treatment, collection, recycling and
disposal of electric and electronic devices and their components. Under
the Directive, used equipment must be marked, collected separately,
and disposed of properly.

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WEEE Symbol Statement

The symbol shown below is on the product or on its

packaging, which indicates that this product must not be
disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be
taken to the waste collection centers for activation of the
treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure.

For more information about where you can drop o your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local government oce,
your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the
product for details of environmentally safe recycling.

End of Life Directives-Recycling

The symbol shown below is on the product or on its

packaging, which indicates that this product must not be
disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be
taken to the waste collection centers for activation of the
treatment, collection, recycling and disposal procedure.

Déclaration de Conformité aux Directives de l’Union
européenne (UE)

Cet appareil portant la marque CE est conforme aux directives de l’UE
suivantes: directive Compatibilité Electromagnétique 2014/30/UE,
directive Basse Tension 2014/35/UE, directive 2009/125/CE en matière
d’écoconception, la directive RoHS II 2011/65/UE & la déclaration
2015/863.

La conformité à ces directives est évaluée sur la base des normes
européennes harmonisées applicables.

European Union (EU) CE-Konformitätserklärung

DDieses Produkte mit CE-Kennzeichnung erfüllen folgenden EU­Richtlinien: EMV-Richtlinie 2014/30/EU, Niederspannungsrichtlinie
2014/30/EU, Ökodesign-Richtlinie 2009/125/EC, RoHS-Richtlinie
2011/65/EU erfüllt und die 2015/863 Erklärung.

Die Konformität mit diesen Richtlinien wird unter Verwendung der
entsprechenden Standards zurEuropäischen Normierung beurteilt.

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CE declaração de conformidade

Este produto com a marcação CE estão em conformidade com das
seguintes Diretivas UE: Diretiva Baixa Tensão 2014/35/EU; Diretiva CEM
2014/30/EU; Diretiva Conceção Ecológica 2009/125/CE; Diretiva RSP
2011/65/UE e a declaração 2015/863.

A conformidade com estas diretivas é verificada utilizando as normas
europeias harmonizadas.

CE Declaración de conformidad

Este producto que llevan la marca CE cumplen con las siguientes
Directivas de la Unión Europea: Directiva EMC 2014/30/EU, Directiva de
bajo voltaje 2014/35/EU, Directiva de Ecodiseño 2009/125/EC, Directiva
RoHS 2011/65/EU y la Declaración 2015/863.

El cumplimiento de estas directivas se evalúa mediante las normas
europeas armonizadas.

CE Dichiarazione di conformità

I prodotti con il marchio CE sono conformi con una o più delle seguenti
Direttive UE, come applicabile: Direttiva EMC 2014/30/UE, Direttiva
sulla bassa tensione 2014/35/UE, Direttiva Ecodesign EMC 2009/125/EC,
Direttiva RoHS 2011/65/EU e Dichiarazione 2015/863.

La conformità con tali direttive viene valutata utilizzando gli Standard
europei armonizzati applicabili.

Deklaracja zgodności UE Unii Europejskiej

Urządzenie jest zgodne z następującymi dyrektywami: Dyrektywa
kompatybilności elektromagnetycznej 2014/30/UE, Dyrektywa
niskonapięciowej 2014/35/UE, Dyrektywa ErP 2009/125/WE, Dyrektywa
RoHS 2011/65/UE i dyrektywa2015/863.

Niniejsze urządzenie zostało poddane testom i stwierdzono jego
zgodność z wymaganiami dyrektywy.

ES Prohlášení o shodě

Toto zařízení splňuje požadavky Směrnice o Elektromagnetické
kompatibilitě 2014/30/EU, Směrnice o Nízkém napětí 2014/35/EU,
Směrnice ErP 2009/125/ES, Směrnice RoHS 2011/65/EU a 2015/863.

Tento produkt byl testován a bylo shledáno, že splňuje všechny základní
požadavky směrnic.

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EK megfelelőségi nyilatkozata

A termék megfelelnek az alábbi irányelvek és szabványok
követelményeinek, azok a kiállításidőpontjában érvényes, aktuális
változatában: EMC irányelv 2014/30/EU, Kisfeszültségű villamos
berendezésekre vonatkozó irányelv2014/35/EU, Környezetbarát
tervezésről szóló irányelv 2009/125/EK, RoHS irányelv 2011/65/EU és
2015/863.

Δήλωση συμμόρφωσης ΕΕ

Είναι σε συμμόρφωση με τις διατάξεις των παρακάτω Οδηγιών
της Ευρωπαϊκής Κοινότητας: Οδηγία 2014/30/ΕΕ σχετικά με την
ηλεκτρομαγνητική συμβατότητα, Οοδηγία χαμηλή τάση 2014/35/EU,
Οδηγία 2009/125/ΕΚ σχετικά με τον οικολογικό σχεδιασμό, Οδηγία
RoHS 2011/65/ΕΕ και 2015/863.

Η συμμόρφωση με αυτές τις οδηγίες αξιολογείται χρησιμοποιώντας τα
ισχύοντα εναρμονισμένα ευρωπαϊκά πρότυπα.

Japan Class 01 Equipment Statement

安全にご使用いただくために

接地接続は必ず電源プラグを電源につなぐ前に行って下さい。
また、接地接続を外す場合は、必ず電源プラグを電源から切り離してか

ら行って下さい。

Japan VCCI Class B Statement

クラスB VCCI 基準について

この装置は、クラスB情報技術装置です。この装置は、家庭環境で使
用することを目的としていますが、この装置がラジオやテレビジョン
受信機に近接して使用されると、受信障害を引き起こすことがありま
す。

取扱説明書に従って正しい取り扱いをして下さい。

VCCI-B

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China RoHS Compliance Statement

中国《废弃电器电子产品回收处理管理条例》提示性说明

为了更好地关爱及保护地球，当用户不再需要此产品或产品寿命终止时，
请遵守 国家废弃电器电子产品回收处理相关法律法规，将其交给当地具有
国家认可的回 收处理资质的厂商进行回收处理。

环保使用期限

Environment-friendly Use Period

此标识指期限（十年），电子电气产品中含有的有害物质不会
发生外泄或突变、电子电气产品用户正常使用该电子电气产品
不会对环境造成严重 污染或对其人身、财产造成严重损害的
期限。

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ိؠᄪஏ
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ɐĻġġװ໯ࡘ቏ࣷ႘፣኷ࡘؠྈ቏ૂ፣إல፩ܿࣽ஢ૂ኷ġňŃİŕġijķĶĸijġࣙށܿქ஢ᇋชᇵ჉ȃ
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攎䏦䄧宨⋩㗇⾃㭿㣗䟸估㓌㖶

Declaration of the Presence Condition of the Restricted Substances Marking

姕⁁⎵䧙烉栗䣢☐炻✳嘇炷✳⺷炸烉ġġAORUS FO48U

Equipment name Type designaon (Type)

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Unit

⟹㕁⢾㟮

⼴㭤

朊㜧

暣嶗㜧䳬ẞ

⸽⹏

暣㸸䶂

℞Ṿ䶂㛸

⁁侫1.˶崭↢0.1 wt %˷⍲˶崭↢0.01 wt %˷Ὢ㊯旸䓐䈑岒󰶔䘦↮㭼⏓慷崭↢䘦↮㭼⏓慷➢㸾ῤˤ

Note 1;˶Exceeding 0.1 wt %˷ and˶exceeding 0.01 wt %˷indicate that the percentage content of the
restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condion.
⁁侫2.˶◯˷Ὢ㊯娚枭旸䓐䈑岒󰶔䘦↮㭼⏓慷㛒崭↢䘦↮㭼⏓慷➢㸾ῤˤ
Note 2;˶
percentage of reference value of presence.
⁁侫3.˶炼˷Ὢ㊯娚枭旸䓐䈑岒䁢㌺昌枭䚖ˤ
Note 3;The˶炼˷indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exempon.

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Lead

(Pb)

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Mercury

(Hg)

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Restricted substances and its chemical symbols

旸䓐䈑岒⍲℞⊾⬠䫎嘇

捀

Cadmium

(Cd)

Hexavalent

chromium

ℕ₡戣

+6

(Cr

)

⣂㹜倗劗

Polybrominated

biphenyls

(PBB)

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⣂㹜Ḵ劗慂

Polybrominated

diphenyls ethers

(PBDE)

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