ASUS Portable Gaming Monitor User Guide

ROG STRIX XG17AHPE
Portable Gaming Monitor
User Guide

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 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.

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.

Safety information

• Before setting up this Portable Gaming Monitor, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose this Portable Gaming Monitor to rain or moisture.
• Never try to open this Portable Gaming Monitor cabinet.
• Before using this Portable Gaming Monitor, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place this Portable Gaming Monitor in any area where it may become wet. Place this Portable Gaming Monitor on a stable surface.
• Never push objects or spill liquid of any kind into the slots on this Portable Gaming Monitor cabinet.
• If you encounter technical problems with this Portable Gaming Monitor, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
• This Portable Gaming Monitor is powered by USB port that complies with LPS and SELV circuit according to IEC60950-1:2005.
• DO NOT dispose of the product in fire
• DO NOT use monitor near heating equipment or in places where there is the likelihood of high temperature
• Keep your monitor away from sharp objects
• DO NOT place objects on top of your monitor.

Care & cleaning

• Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the cable. 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.

The following symptoms are normal with the monitor:

• 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.

Where to find 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.

Takeback services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for our customers to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, and other components as well as the packaging materials.
Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detail recycling information in a different regions.

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® Portable Gaming Monitor!
The latest ASUS Portable Gaming Monitor provides great portability and simplicity to your daily life, enhancing both of your viewing experience and style.

Package contents

Check your package for the following items:

√ Portable Gaming Monitor
√ Quick Start Guide
√ Warranty Card
√ USB Type-C Cable
√ Smart Cover
√ USB Type-C to A Adapter
√ Micro HDMI to HDMI cable
√ Power Adapter

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

Monitor introduction

Front View and Charging Instructions

1. Power button/Power LED
   • Press this button to turn the monitor on/off when connected to a valid source.
   • The color definition of the power indicator is as the below table. Status| Description
   ---|---
   Blue| ON/Standby mode
   Dark| OFF
   Red| Charging Mode
   Green| Finished charging

2. MENU Button:
   • Press this button to enter the OSD menu.
   • Long pressing the button allows you to have a quick check on battery % even the device is OFF.

3. C lose Button
   • Exit the OSD menu.

4. Volume Button & Lock/Unlock Shortcut Button
   • Adjust the volume level.
   • Key Lock shortcut key. Press and hold it for 5 seconds to enable/disable Keys Lock.

5. Micro-HDMI port
   • Connect your computer with a Micro-HDMI cable.

6. USB Type-C port
   • Used to connect to a valid source such as Notebook/PC/Mobile phone that supports USB Type C DP Alt Mode; signal input supports maximum to resolution 1920 x 1080 @240Hz.
   • Used to do battery charging; up to 9V@2A 18W power supply by inbox QC3.0 adapter or up to 12V@2A by certified PD3.0 power adapters on the market.

7. USB Type-C port
   • Used to do battery charging; up to 9V@2A 18W power supply by inbox QC3.0 adapter or up to 12V@2A by certified PD3.0 power adapters on the market.

8. Earphone – out Port
   IMPORTANT :
   • Charge the monitor for 4 hours before using it for the first time
   • Use only bundled power adapter and USB cable to charge your monitor. Using different power adapters and cables might bring potential damage to your device.

WARNING : The adapter may become warm to hot while in use. DO NOT cover the adapter and keep it away from your body while it is connected to a power source. If your  device becomes unusually hot, disconnect the USB cable from your device, and send the device including the power adapter and USB cable to an ASUS qualified service personnel

Monitor standing positions

You can stand up the monitor by several positions with the smart cover.

Connect the USB monitor with the system

Announcements

As this product and attached smart cover includes magnet in the structure, there could be potential risk to cause the damage of computer hard disc and objects that are sensitive to magnet.
Please ensure not to stack the product with the computer when computer is in use (power on or standby mode) otherwise the hard drive could possibly be influenced by the result of permanent data missing or the computer display could be switched off due to computer auto protection mechanism. When place this product together with computer in the bag, must have the computer power off to avoid possible hard drive damage problem.(Check Picture A)

The battery capacity will vary depending on the environment temperature, humidity, and monitor usage
The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or dissembled
Risk of explosion if the battery is placed by an incorrect type
Never attempt to short-circuit your monitor battery
Never attempt to disassemble and reassemble the monitor battery
Discontinue usage if leakage is found
The battery and its components must be recycled or disposed of properly
Keep the battery and other small components away from children

OSD (On-Screen Display) menu

How to reconfigure

1. Press the MENU button to activate the OSD menu.
2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted.
3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the √ button.
4. Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter.
5. Press the √ button to enter the slide bar and then use the or buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6. Select the to return to previous menu or √ to accept and return to previous menu.

• ：Get power from source when this icon is shown
• ：Battery power
• ：Battery is being charged

OSD Function Introduction

1. Gaming
   This function contains OD, Adaptive-Sync/Free-Sync, GamePlus, GameVisual, Shadow Boost.
   
   • OD: Speeds up the response time by OverDrive technology. Including Level 0~Level 5.
   • Adaptive-Sync/FreeSync: It can allow an 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. FreeSync is supported from 48240Hz under HDMI port and Type C port (DP alt mode).
   • GamePlus: The GamePlus Function provides a toolkit and creates a better gaming environment for users when playing different types of games. Particularly, the Crosshair function is specially designed for new gamers or beginners interested in First Person Shooter (FPS) games. To active GamePlus:
   • Activate Crosshair, Timer, or FPS Counter or Display Alignment function.
   
   • GameVisual: 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.
   • Scenery Mode: This is the best choice for scenery photo displaying with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
   • Racing Mode: This is the best choice for racing game playing with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
   • Cinema Mode: This is the best choice for movie watching with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
   • RTS/RPG Mode: This is the best choice for Real-Time  Strategy(RTS)/Role- Playing Game(RPG) playing with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence  Technology.
   • FPS Mode: This is the best choice for First Person Shooter game playing with GameVisual™ Video Intelligence Technology.
   • sRGB Mode: This is the best choice for viewing photos and graphics from PCs.
   • MOBA Mode: This is the best choice for Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) games playing with GameVisual TM Video intelligence Technology.
   • User Mode: More items are adjustable in the Color menu.

• 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.
• Shadow Boost: Dark color enhancement adjust monitor gamma curve to enrich the dark tones in image-making dark scenes and objects much easier to be found.

2. Image
   You can adjust Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, VividPixel, ASCR, Aspect Control, and Blue Light Filter from this main function.
   • Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
   • Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
   • Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.
   • VividPixel: ASUS Exclusive Technology that brings lifelike visuals for crystal-clear and detail-oriented enjoyment. The adjusting range is from 0 to

3. • ASCR: Select ON or OFF to enable or disable the dynamic contrast ratio function.
   • Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “Full”, “4:3” and “1:1”.
   • Blue Light Filter: Adjust the energy level of blue light emitted from the LED backlight.

• Choose 4:3 to display the picture according to the original aspect ratio of the input source.

• 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 an optimized setting. It is in 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 eyestrain 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).

3. Color
   Select the image color you like from this function.
   • 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
   • Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.

• In the User Mode, colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) are user- configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 ~100.

4. Power
   You can adjust the Input Device Pop-up and Input Device from this main function.
   Input Device Pop-up: To enable/disable Input Device & Power Supply from NB/PC pop-up questions WHENEVER in connection.
   Input Device :
   Select “Phone” if connect to the mobile phone ( Power supply function is not provided under “Phone” due to common mobile devices cannot provide enough power output ). Select “NB/PC” if connect to NB/PC and then select “Charging From NB/PC” with the charging function. This function allows you to sustain the working time for longer. In NB/PC sub-function, you can disable the power supply function by selecting “No Charging From NB/PC”

• No Charging here means getting power under 100mA, and this does not affect the battery life/usage of host devices connected.

• Monitor battery power could still drop after turning on Charging from NB/PC or ECO Mode due to some of the devices have limited power output. 5. Auto Rotation
  Select the Auto Rotation on or off.
  * Autorotation is supported by the software DisplayWidget and only working under Windows OS, please go to www.asus.com to download the latest Display Widget for this function.

  6. Input Select
     Select the input source:
     • HDMI and Type-C
     *In HDMI Source, If PC/NB had shut down, By using HDMI port, if PC/NB is shutdown or in sleeping mode, we suggest you to remove the HDMI  cable, or the monitor power will be consumed continuously.

  7. MyFavorite
     You can adjust Shortcut and Customized Setting from this main function.
     • Shortcut: User can select from “Blue Light Filter” “GameVisual”, “Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Auto Rotation”, “Input Select”, “Volume”, “GamePlus” and set as a shortcut key.The default setting is Volume.
     • Customized Setting: You can do your setting according to your favorite.

  8. System Setup
     Adjust the system configuration.
     • 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.
     • Volume: Selects “Volume” to adjust the output volume level.
     • ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving.
     • Power Indicator: Turn the power LED indicator on/off.
     • Power Key Lock: To disable/enable the power key.
     • Key Lock: Disable all key functions. Pressing down key (shortcut key) for more than five seconds to disable key lock function.
     • OSD Setup: Adjust the OSD Timeout, DDC/CI, and Transparency of the OSD screen.
     • Information: Displays the monitor information.
     • All Reset: Selects “Yes” to revert all settings to the factory default mode.

Specifications

HDMI via Micro HDMI
Earphone out| Yes
Power Consumption| ≦ 10 W
Operating Temp.| 0°C ~ 40°C
Operating Humidity| 20-90% RH
Speaker| 1W× 2
Phys. Dimension (WxHxD)| 399.09 × 250.51× 9.95 mm
Box Dimension (WxHxD)| 521×362 × 99 mm
Net Weight (Esti.)| 1.06 kg
Gross Weight (Esti.)| 3.1 kg
Regulation Approvals| UL/cUL, CB, CE, CCC, KCC, FCC, BSMI, EAC(CU), RCM, VCCI, J-Moss,  UkrSEPRO, RoHS, WEEE, Windows 7 & 8.1 & 10 WHQL, Blue light filter, Flicker  free，BIS
Voltage Rating| 5 – 9V 2.0A
QC3.0 charging spec is supported
Adapter| ASUS/AD2068M20
100-240V~50/60Hz 0.5A
5V 2A(Normal model）
OR 9V 2A(Quick charge model）

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

of signal.
• Check if the signal source is ON.
• Connect to the ASUS adapter and check if the battery is low; if so, charge the battery before using it.
• Press the button to check if the monitor is in the ON mode.
• Check Power Indicator function in main menu OSD. Select “ON” to turn on power LED.
The power LED lights blue
and there is no screen image| • Check if the monitor and the computer are in the ON mode.
• Make sure the USB Type-C and HDMI cable is properly connected between the Portable Gaming 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.
Screen image is too light or dark| • Adjust the Brightness settings via the button.
Screen image bounces or a wave pattern  is present in the image| • Make sure the USB Type-C and HDMI cable is properly connected between the Portable Gaming Monitor and the computer.
• Move electrical devices that may cause electrical interference.
Screen image has color defects (white  does not look white)| • Inspect the USB Type-C and HDMI cable and make sure that none of the pins are bent.
The monitor automatically turns off| • The monitor automatically turns off when the battery power is zero. Please connect to the ASUS adapter and check if the battery is low; if so, charge the battery before using it.
• Please check if the source of signal went into sleep mode. The monitor automatically turns off after the signal source slept for more than 15 seconds to save power consumption.
The signal source is shown in power  supply mode| • The monitor will get a small amount of electricity from the signal source. This is normal.
When there’s no signal or power  charging input, but LED light keep  showing in green| • Please press both on/off button and menu key together for few seconds to allow the  system to reset
Mobile phone is no working after reset mobile phone.| • Disconnect XG17AHPE before reset mobile phone.

Supported Timing List

PC Supported Primary Timing

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