ASUS VG278H 3D Monitor Review

• ASUS VG278H 3D Monitor Review

Experience NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ 2 and 3D LightBoost™ technology with a 120Hz refresh rate on an ergonomically designed 3D display


ASUS has released the VG278H, a 27” LED 120Hz 3D display with support for the recently announced NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ 2 glasses, as well as NVIDIA® 3D LightBoost™ technology, which improves the 3D experience by delivering up to 2X brighter 3D screen images and better color quality than existing display technologies. The 2ms (gray-to-gray) response time and 120Hz refresh rate ensure crystal-clear 3D visuals. The VG278H is also ergonomically-designed and allows for swivel, tilt angle, and height adjustments. It also comes with a built-in, angle-adjustable 3D Vision emitter to cater to the user’s preferred viewing position.

Immersing users in uncompromised 3D
The ASUS VG278H features the latest NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ technologies — 3D LightBoost doubles the 3D image brightness without increasing energy consumption; while the redesigned 3D Vision 2 glasses features a 20-percent larger viewing lens, a light-blocking visor for comfortable viewing and a more comfortable, gamer-inspired design. The VG278H allows 3D viewing of an array of entertainment options including web-based video streams, Blu-ray movies, and over 550 popular game titles. The built-in, angle-adjustable 3D Vision emitter can be aimed directly at the shutter glasses for optimized signal reception while three 3D Infrared modes (Normal / CE Compatible / LAN party) help eliminate infrared interference from surrounding electronic devices.


Ultra-smooth action
Trace-Free II Technology combines 120Hz refresh rates and 2ms response time to double the frames per second, resulting in vivid, ultra-smooth visuals. The VG278H also has Advanced Dual-side LCD Driving Technology that reduces LCD charging times to prevent ghosting and brightline effects to ensure clear 3D visuals during gaming or video playback.

Suited for every viewing scenarios
The VG278H has been designed with the user in mind, ASUS engineers have optimized the VG278H with Photoshop’s Gamma adjustment to create the ideal color presentations for the six most common scenarios (Theater, Night View, Scenery, Gaming, sRGB, and Standard Modes). The fully adjustable stand provides swivel, tilt, and height adjustment to give the most comfortable viewing position. The VG278H also supports a wealth of 3D sources, in addition to PC connectivity via dual-link DVI-D and D-sub, Blu-ray disc-based movies and game consoles can be connected to the VG278H through the HDMI 1.4 port.

ASUS VG278H 3D Monitor Review

VG278H

Ignite the Action with NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ 2 glasses, 3D LightBoost™ technology, and a 120Hz refresh rate on an ergonomically designed 3D display

• Uncompromised 27” 3D immersion with NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ 2 glasses and 3D LightBoost™
• Ultra smooth action with 120Hz refresh rate and 2ms tracer-free
• Vivid color performance with Splendid™ Video Intelligence Technology
• Ergonomic design for swivel, tilt angle, and height adjustment
• Extensive connectivity with HDMI 1.4, dual-link DVI-D, and D-sub

Bigger. Brighter. Better

Uncompromised 3D Immersion

Flicker-free 3D Images with NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ 2

Enter an immersive 3D full HD 1080p world of games and movies with the VG278H. Through the use of the world's first NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ 2 glasses technology, it instantly takes you into another dimension - transforming all your gaming experiences and movies to 3D. With its new technology, it delivers twice sharper 3D images than conventional 3D technology. There are more than five hundreds popular PC game titles* currently compatible with the NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ Kit.

* Please refer to NVIDIA web site. 

An Immersive 3D Experience with NVIDIA® 3D LightBoost™ Technology

With the latest NVIDIA® 3D LightBoost™ Technology, enjoy twice the brightness of conventional 3D technology in 3D mode with zero increase in total energy consumption. It's perfect for dark-color games such as Metro 2033 and Batman: Arkham City. Additionally, the redesigned glasses bundled with NVIDIA® 3D LightBoost™ Technology features a 20-percent larger viewing lens, a light blocking visor for comfortable viewing and more comfortable - gamer-inspired design.

Ultra-smooth Action

120Hz Double-Speed Refresh Rate with 2ms Response Time

 Supported by Trace Free II Technology, the VG278H is able to double the refresh rate to 120 frames per second, which is twice faster than generic LCD monitors, delivering ultra-smooth 3D visuals. Moreover, the response time is now reduced to 2ms to eliminate tracing and ensure crisp and clear video playback.

Advanced Dual-Side LCD Driving Technology

The VG278H reduces LCD charging time to further prevent mura, ghosting, and bright-line effects, and delivers clear motion scenes during 3D gaming and movie watching.

Vivid Color Performance

Splendid™ Video Intelligence Technology

Splendid™ Video Intelligence Technology is built upon a color engine that automatically analyzes and determines the nature of the user’s current task, thereafter adjusting the display’s parameters accordingly to ensure the color accuracy and image fidelity. Six preset video modes (Scenery, Theater, Game, Night View, sRGB, and Standard) can be selected via a hotkey. 

Ergonomic Design

The VG278H is specially designed with swivel, tilt and height adjustment to suit your preferred viewing angles in 3D gaming and movie watching.
 

Built-in Angle-Adjustable 3D Emitter for Unprecedented Flexibility

The angle-adjustable 3D emitter optimizes 3D for every scenario; simply switch between three IR signal coverage areas via OSD menu and aim the angle-adjustable 3D emitter at shutter glasses for maximum 3D reception.

Extensive Connectivity

Display stereoscopic 3D via Blu-ray Disc players or game consoles through HDMI 1.4 output. The VG278H offers high compatibility with any media devices with HDMI 1.4, dual-link DVI-D, and D-sub.

ASUS VG278H 3D Monitor Technical Specifications

Display	Panel Size: Wide Screen 27.0"(68.6cm) 16:9 True Resolution : 1920x1080 Full HD 1080P : Yes Pixel Pitch : 0.311mm Brightness(Max) : 300 cd/㎡ ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR) : 50000000:1 Viewing Angle (CR≧10) : 170°(H)/160°(V) Response Time : 2ms (Gray to Gray) Display Colors : 16.7M
Video Feature	Trace Free Technology SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology SPLENDID Video Preset Modes : 6 Modes (sRGB Mode/Scenery Mode/Theater Mode/Standard Mode/Night View Mode/Game Mode) Skin-Tone Selection : 3 Modes Color Temperature Selection : 4 Modes HDCP support
Audio Features	Stereo Speakers : 3W x 2 Stereo RMS
Convenient Hotkey	SPLENDID Video Preset Mode Selection Auto. Adjustment Brightness Adjustment Contrast Adjustment Input Selection
I/O Ports	Signal Input : HDMI , D-Sub, Dual-link DVI-D (support NVIDIA 3D Vision) PC Audio Input : 3.5mm Mini-Jack AV Audio Input : HDMI 1.4 Audio Output : HDMI 1.4 Earphone jack : 3.5mm Mini-Jack
Signal Frequency	Analog Signal Frequency : 24~140 KHz(H)/ 50~122 Hz(V) Digital Signal Frequency : 24~83 KHz(H)/ 50~85 Hz(V)
Power Consumption	Power On< 65W Power Saving Mode< 1W Power Off Mode< 1W
Mechanical Design	Chassis Colors : Black Tilt : +15°~-5° Swivel : Yes Height Adjustment : Yes VESA Wall Mounting : 100x100mm
Security	Kensington lock
Dimensions	Phys.Dimension(WxHxD): 643x460x220mm Box Dimension(WxHxD): 732x560x176mm
Weight	Net Weight (Esti.): 8 kg Gross Weight (Esti.): 10 kg
Accessories	Dual-link DVI cable VGA cable Audio cable Power cord Quick start guide Warranty Card Nvidia 3D Vision Kit
Regulation Approval	Energy Star®, ErP, UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC, CCC, BSMI, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, J-MOSS, PSB, RoHS, WEEE, Windows 7 WHQL

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