XG272-2K-OLED Advanced Features and Settings

    From ViewSonic User Guide Database

    Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)

    Enabling Variable Refresh Rate will put an end to choppy gameplay with fluid, artifact-free performance. To enable Variable Refresh Rate:

    1. Press Icon Joy Key Press.svg or move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg / Icon Joy Key Down.svg / Icon Joy Key Left.svg / Icon Joy Key Right.svg to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
    2. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg or Icon Joy Key Left.svg to select Display. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Down.svg to enter the Display menu.
    3. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select Variable Refresh Rate. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg to confirm the selection.
    4. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select On or Off. Then press the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Press.svg to confirm the selection.
    Note: When enabled, DisplayHDR will turn on automatically.

    HDR (High-Dynamic-Range)

    Reduces the overall contrast of a given scene so that detail in the highlights and shadows can be seen.

    Note: Ensure the HDR setting is turned on on your device first before enabling the HDR on the monitor.
    Mode Description
    DisplayHDR Passes AMD FreeSync Premium Pro certification and VESA DisplayHDR 1400 certification.
    CinematicHDR HDR setting for movies.
    GameplayHDR HDR setting for gaming.

    To enable the HDR function on the monitor:

    1. Press Icon Joy Key Press.svg or move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg / Icon Joy Key Down.svg / Icon Joy Key Left.svg / Icon Joy Key Right.svg to display the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
    2. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg or Icon Joy Key Left.svg to select Display. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Down.svg to enter the Display menu.
    3. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select HDR. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg to confirm the selection.
    4. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select the preferred setting. Then press the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Press.svg to confirm.

    To enable HDR on Windows:

    1. Right-click on the desktop then left-click Display Settings.
    2. Select the XG272-2K-OLED display and select the appropriate Resolution.
    3. Toggle HDR On.
    Note:
    • The screen may slightly dim, indicating HDR has been activated.
    • Please select Off for the HDR function when you have no need for the automatic activation function.

    Blue Light Filter and Eye Health

    The Blue Light Filter blocks high-energy blue light for a more comfortable viewing experience.

    Enabling and disabling the Blue Light Filter can be done quickly via the Display menu.

    Blue Light Filter

    While using and enjoying your monitor please keep the following in mind:

    • Viewing computer screens for extended periods of time may cause eye irritation and discomfort. To reduce these effects, it is recommended to take periodic breaks from viewing to allow the eyes to relax.
    • The Blue Light Filter value can be adjusted through the Display menu.

    Calculating Breaks

    When viewing the monitor for extended periods, it is recommended to take periodic breaks from viewing. Short breaks of at least five (5) minutes are recommended after one (1) to two (2) hours of continuous viewing.

    Taking shorter, more frequent breaks are generally more beneficial than longer, less frequent breaks.

    Focus Fatigue (20-20-20 Rule)

    To reduce the risk of eye fatigue by constantly looking at the screen, look away from the screen at least every 20 minutes and gaze at a distant object (at least 20 feet away) for at least 20 seconds.

    Looking at Distant Objects

    While taking breaks, users can further reduce eye strain and dryness by focusing on objects that are further away from them.

    Eye and Neck Exercises

    Eye Exercises

    Eye exercises can help minimize eye strain. Slowly roll your eyes to the left, right, up, and down. Repeat as many times as needed.

    Eye Exercises

    Neck Exercises

    Neck exercises can also help minimize eye strain. Relax your arms and let them hang at your sides, bend forward slightly to stretch the neck, turn your head to the right and to the left. Repeat as many times as needed.

    ViewScale

    Under ViewScale, the current aspect ratio can be adjusted to fit specific use-case scenarios.

    Note: If users choose a ViewScale aspect mode that is not native, it may impact the overall experience.

    To enable ViewScale:

    1. Press Icon Joy Key Press.svg or move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg / Icon Joy Key Down.svg / Icon Joy Key Left.svg / Icon Joy Key Right.svg to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
    2. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg or Icon Joy Key Left.svg to select Display. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Down.svg to enter the Display menu.
    3. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select ViewScale. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg to enter its sub-menu.
    4. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select the setting. Then press the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Press.svg to confirm the selection.
    Aspect Ratio Description
    Full Scales the inputted image to fill the screen, this is the default input choice and is ideal for 16:9 images.
    Aspect The inputted image is allowed to fill the screen as large as it can go without image distortion.
    1:1 The image is directly displayed without scaling.
    19" (4:3) Simulates the inputted image in a 4:3 aspect ratio and 19” display size.
    19"W (16:10) Simulates the inputted image in a 16:10 aspect ratio and 19”W display size.
    21.5" (16:9) Simulates the inputted image in a 16:9 aspect ratio and 21.5” display size.
    22”W (16:10) Simulates the inputted image in a 16:10 aspect ratio and 22”W display size.
    23.6”W (16:9) Simulates the inputted image in a 16:9 aspect ratio and 23.6”W display size.
    24”W (16:9) Simulates the inputted image in a 16:9 aspect ratio and 24”W display size.

    Quick Access

    Quickly enable certain functions through the Quick Access Menu. The menu options can be customized via the Setup Menu of the OSD Menu. The function will be enabled as soon as the item is highlighted, and will disable after removing the highlight.

    In the Quick Access Menu, Return means users can go back to the mode they chose before entering the Quick Access Menu.

    For example, if a user chose Console mode before entering the Quick Access Menu and there is an existing FPS option in the Quick Access Menu, according to the Quick Access definition, users will enable FPS mode when the item is highlighted.

    Then, when moving the highlight to Return, the mode will be changed back to Console which is the same mode as before entering the Quick Access Menu.

    To activate the Quick Access Menu:

    1. Press the Quick Access Menu Key to open the Quick Access Menu.
    2. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select your preference.
    Note: After activation, the Quick Access Menu will disappear after three seconds.


    XG272-2K-OLED Quick Access.Menu.png

    To change the Quick Access Menu options:

    1. Press the Icon Joy Key Press.svg key or move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg / Icon Joy Key Down.svg / Icon Joy Key Left.svg / Icon Joy Key Right.svg to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
    2. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Left.svg or Icon Joy Key Right.svg to select Setup Menu. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Down.svg to enter the Setup Menu menu.
    3. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select Quick Access. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg to enter its sub-menu.
    4. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select your preference. Then press the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Press.svg to confirm the selection.
    Note: Some sub-menu options may have another sub-menu. To enter the respective sub-menu, move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg.

    Crosshair

    Select from different Crosshair styles and colors to overlay on your screen.

    To enable the Crosshair function:

    1. Press Icon Joy Key Press.svg or move the joy key Icon Joy Key Up.svg / Icon Joy Key Down.svg / Icon Joy Key Left.svg / Icon Joy Key Right.svg to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
    2. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Left.svg or Icon Joy Key Right.svg to select Gaming. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Down.svg to enter the Gaming menu.
    3. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select Crosshair. Then move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Right.svg to confirm the selection.
    4. Move the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Up.svg or Icon Joy Key Down.svg to select your preferred Crosshair style and color. Then press the Joy Key Icon Joy Key Press.svg to confirm the selection.

    Note: A preview image of the Crosshair (type and color) will be displayed on the right side of the OSD Menu before confirming.
    Type Crosshair
    Type A Crosshair A.png
    Type B Crosshair B.png
    Type C Crosshair C.png
    Note: This message box will appear with the Crosshair, and disappear after three seconds automatically.
    XG Crosshair Msg Box XG272-2K-OLED.png