Manual for PA279CV Series

Manual for PA279CV Series

Brand: ASUS

Category: Monitor

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Uploaded: April 20, 2026, 7:44 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 2020

Warranty Information

Product warranty or service will not be extended if the product is repaired, modified or altered unless authorized by ASUS, or if the serial number is defaced or missing.

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.

Package contents

Check your package for the following items: LCD Monitor, Stand/Base, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card, 1 x USB Type-C Cable(optional), 1x Power Cord, 1x HDMI Cable (optional), 1x DP Cable (optional), Color calibration testing report, ProArt welcome card.

Assembling the monitor

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.

Connect cables

Connect the AC-IN Port, Power Switch, HDMI1 Port, HDMI2 Port, DP - in Port, USB3.1 Type-C, Earphone - out Port, USB3.1 Type A ports.

Monitor introduction

Use the control button on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. The control buttons include Power button/power indicator, Menu button, Close Button, Input Select Button, Shortcut 1, and Shortcut 2.

Adjusting the monitor

For optimal viewing, adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable for you. Hold the stand to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its angle. You can adjust the monitor's angle from +35° to -5° and it allows 45° swivel adjustment from either left or right.

Detaching the arm/stand (for VESA wall mount)

1. Disconnect power and signal cables. Carefully put the monitor facedown on its EPS packaging. 2. Press the quick release button from rear cover. 3. Detach the stand (arm and base) from the monitor.

OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

Press any button (except the Power button) to display the OSD menu. Press the Menu button to activate the OSD menu. Use the buttons as indicated on the screen to navigate through the functions. Highlight the desired function and press to activate it. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press and again to navigate through the sub-menu functions. Highlight the desired sub-menu function and press to activate it. Press and to change the settings of the selected function. To exit and save the OSD menu, press or repeatedly until the OSD menu disappears. To adjust other functions, repeat steps 1-4.

Specifications

Model: PA279CV, Panel Size: 27"W (68.47cm), Max. Resolution: 3840x2160@60Hz, Brightness (Typ.): 350cd/m², Intrinsic Contrast Ratio (Typ.): 1000:1, Viewing Angle (CR=10): 178°(V) /178°(H), Display Colors: 1.07 B, Color Saturation: 100% sRGB, Response Time: 5ms (Gray to Gray), Satellite Speaker: 2W x 2 stereo, Earphone Output: Yes, Sound from HDMI: Yes, HDMI input: Yes, DisplayPort input: Yes, USB Port: Upstream x1, Downstream x 4, Power ON Consumption(Max.): < 32 W* Based on Energy Star 8.0 standard, Chassis Colors: Black, Power saving mode: < 0.5W, Power off mode: < 0.5W, Tilt: -5° ~ +35°, Phys. Dimension (WxHxD): 614 x 523.5 x 227.82 mm(highest), Phys. Dimension without stand (WxHxD) (For VESA Wall Mount): 614 x 369.9 x 59.5 mm, Box Dimension (WxHxD): 680 x 161 x 516 mm, Net Weight (Esti.): 8.6 kg(Net); 5.7 kg(without stand), Gross Weight (Esti.): 11.2 kg, Voltage Rating: AC 100~240V(Built-in), Operational temperature: 0~40°.

Troubleshooting and error codes

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 power LED.
The power LED lights amber and there is no screen image
  • 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.
  • Make sure Input Select setting is a valid signal.
  • Enable Auto Source Detection to detect all input port.
Screen image is too light or dark
  • Adjust the Contrast and Brightness settings via OSD.
Screen image bounces or a wave pattern is present in the image
  • Make sure the signal cable is properly connected to the monitor and the computer.
  • Move electrical devices that may cause electrical interference.
Screen image has color defects (white does not look white)
  • 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.
No sound or sound is low
  • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer.
  • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly installed and activated.
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