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    PB287 Series LCD Monitor User Guide[...]

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    ii Copyright © 2014 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without [...]

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    iii 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, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipmen[...]

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    iv 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. • [...]

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    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 [...]

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    vi 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 d[...]

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    1-1 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 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 mon[...]

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    1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.3 Assembling the monitor base 1. Attach the base to the arm. Beware to align the latch to the notch on the base. 2. The end of the arm will slightly protrude from the base. No need to push it in. 3. Screw the base to the arm tightly. 1 2 3 • We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to [...]

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    1-3 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 1.4.2 Rear of the LCD monitor 9 2 1 5 3 DP HDMI-2 HDMI-1/MHL 6 4 7 8 1. AC-IN port 2. HDMI-1 / MHL port 3. HDMI-2 4. DisplayPort 5. Audio - in Port 6. Earphone - out Port 7. Kensington Lock 8. Screw Holes for VESA Wall Mount 9. Control buttons • Flip upward the IO port cover to connect cables. After connected [...]

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    1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.5 Monitor introduction 1.5.1 Using the Controls button Use the control button on the back of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 1 6 5 4 3 2 7 7 2 3 4 5 6 1 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Menu QuickFit Input Select Close Brightness Splendid 1. Power Button/Power Indicator: • Press this butt[...]

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    1-5 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 4. Input Select Button: • Use this hotkey to switch from HDMI-1 / MHL,HDMI-2 or DisplayPort input signal. 5. Close Button • Exit the OSD menu. 6. Shortcut key1 • This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Brightness. 7. Shortcut key2 • This is a Shortcut key. The default setting is Splendid.[...]

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    1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.5.2 QuickFit Function The QuickFit function contains three patterns: (1) Grid (2) Paper size (3) Photo size. 1. Grid pattern: Facilitates designers and users to organize content and layout on one page and achieve a consistent look and feel. Alignment Grid 2. Paper size: Provides users to view their documents in[...]

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    2-1 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 2.1 Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount) The detachable stand of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall mount. 1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a clean table. 2. Useyourngerstoloosenthescrewlocatedatthebott[...]

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    2-2 Chapter 2: Setup 2.2 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 while changing its angle. • Youcanadjustthemonitor’sanglefrom[...]

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    3-1 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 3.1 OSD (On-Screen Display) menu 3.1.1 Howtorecongure PB287 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Splendid Scenery mode Color Standard Mode Image Theater Mode Input Select Sound Game Mode PIP/PBP Setting System Setup Night View Mode Shortcut sRGB Mode Reading Mode Darkroom Mode 1. Press the MENU butt[...]

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    3-2 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.1.2 OSD Function Introduction 1. Splendid This function contains eight sub-functions that you can select for your preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to maintain your setting or return to the preset mode. PB287 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Splendid Scenery mode Color Standard [...]

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    3-3 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 2. Color Select the image color you like from this function. PB287 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Splendid Brightness Color Contract Image Saturation Color Temp Skin Tone Input Select Sound PIP/PBP Setting System Setup Shortcut Smart View • Brightness : The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. • Co[...]

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    3-4 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3. Image You can adjust the image Sharpness, Trace Free, Aspect Control, VividPixel, ASCR, from this main function. PB287 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sharpness Trace Free Aspect Control VividPixel ASCR Sound PIP/PBP Setting • Sharpness : Adj[...]

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    3-5 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 4. Sound Adjust the sound settings to your preference. PB287 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160 @ 60Hz Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sound PIP/PBP Setting Volume Source Mute • Volume : Adjusts the output volume level. • Mute : Mute the output volume. • Source : Adjusts audi[...]

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    3-6 Chapter 3: General Instruction • PIP/PBP Mode : Selects PIP or PBP function, or turn it off. • PIP/PBP Source : Selects the video input source among, “HDMI-1/MHL”, HDMI-2 or “DisplayPort”. • Size : Adjust the PIP size to “Small”, “Middle”, or “Large”. • Position : Adjusts the position of PIP sub-window to[...]

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    3-7 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series PBP mode main/sub source setting Main Source PBP Source Support Operating Instruction Resolution A 640x350-70Hz 720x400-70Hz Resolution A 640x350-70Hz 720x400-70Hz YES Resolution A 640x350-70Hz 720x400-70Hz 3840x2160-30Hz 3840x2160-60Hz NO If main source (left window) is HDMI-1, sub source is DisplayPort( right win[...]

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    3-8 Chapter 3: General Instruction 6. Input Select Select the input source from HDMI-1/ MHL,HDMI-2 or DisplayPort input signal. PB287 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160 @ 60Hz Splendid Color Image HDMI-1 / MHL HDMI-2 DisplayPort Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sound PIP/PBP Setting 7. System Setup Adjuststhesystemconguration. PB287 [...]

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    3-9 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series PB287 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160 @ 60Hz Splendid Color Image Input Select System Setup Shortcut Sound PIP/PBP Setting Back Power Indicator Power Key Lock Information All Reset • Splendid Demo Mode : Activate the demo mode for the Splendid function. • GamePlus : The GamePlus Function provides a to[...]

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    3-10 Chapter 3: General Instruction • OSD Setup : Adjusts the OSD Timeout , DDC/CI , and Transparency of the OSD screen. • DisplayPort Stream: Compatibility with graphic card. Select DP 1.1 or DP 1.2 by graphic card DP version. (3840x2160-60Hz is available at DP 1.2 only. The best resolution is 3840x2160-30Hz at DP 1.1). Follow the instru[...]

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    3-11 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 8. Shortcut Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys. PB287 Standard Mode DisplayPort 3840x2160@60Hz Splendid Shortcut 1 Splendid Color Shortcut 2 Brightness Image Contrast PIP/PBP Setting Input Select Sound PIP/PBP Setting System Setup Shortcut Color Temp. Volume GamePlus • Shortcut 1 : User[...]

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    3-12 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.2 Specications Model PB287Q Panel Size 28” W (71.12 cm) Max. Resolution 3840 x 2160 Brightness (Typ.) 300cd/m 2 Dynamic Contrast Ratio (Typ.) ≥100,000,000:1 Viewing Angle (CR ≤ 10) 170°(V); 160°(H) Display Colors 1.073 G Response Time (Typ.) ≤1ms(GraytoGray) DisplayPort input Yes [...]

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    3-13 ASUS LCD Monitor PB287 Series 3.3 T roubleshooting (F AQ) Problem Possible Solution Power LED is not ON • 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 p[...]

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    3-14 Chapter 3: General Instruction 3.4 Supported Timing List VESA / IBM Modes Support Timing (DP/HDMI) Resolution Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency 640 x 350 70Hz 31.469KHz 640 x 480 60Hz 31.469KHz 720 x 400 70Hz 31.469KHz 800 x 600 56Hz 35.156KHz 800 x 600 60Hz 37.879KHz 1024 x 768 60Hz 48.363KHz 1280 x 720 60Hz 44.772KHz 1280 x 800 60Hz 49.702KH[...]