1. Introduzzjoni
This manual provides essential information for the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your GIGABYTE M27Q Advanced 27-inch SS IPS Gaming Monitor. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product to ensure proper functionality and to maximize your user experience.
Karatteristiċi ewlenin:
- Wiri: 27-inch QHD (2560x1440) Super Speed IPS Panel
- Prestazzjoni: 180Hz Refresh Rate, 1ms MPRT Response Time
- Preċiżjoni tal-Kulur: 95% DCI-P3, 10-bit Color Depth
- Konnettività: 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x USB Type-C, 2x USB 3.2 Downstream, 1x USB 3.2 Upstream, 1x Earphone Jack
- Karatteristiċi Speċjali: Type-C KVM, VESA DisplayHDR 400, TÜV Rheinland Certified, AMD FreeSync Premium
2. Gwida ta' Setup
2.1 Kontenut tal-Pakkett
Ivverifika li l-komponenti kollha huma preżenti fl-imballaġġ:
- GIGABYTE M27Q Advanced Monitor Panel
- Stand tal-Monitor (Bażi u Għonq)
- Kejbil tal-Enerġija
- Cable HDMI
- DisplayPort Cable
- USB Upstream Cable
- Manwal għall-Utent (dan id-dokument)
2.2 Armar tal-Istand
- Carefully place the monitor panel face down on a soft, clean surface to prevent scratches.
- Waħħal l-għonq tal-istand mal-pannell tal-monitor billi tuża l-viti pprovduti.
- Qabbad il-bażi tal-istand mal-għonq tal-istand u waħħalha bil-kamin tas-saba' l-kbir.

Figura 2.2.1: Quddiem view of the GIGABYTE M27Q Advanced Gaming Monitor with stand.
2.3 Konnessjoni tal-Monitor
Qabbad il-monitor mal-kompjuter tiegħek jew apparat ieħor billi tuża l-kejbils xierqa.
- Qawwa: Qabbad il-kejbil tal-enerġija mal-monitor u mbagħad ma' sokit tal-enerġija.
- Video Input: Connect one end of an HDMI, DisplayPort, or USB Type-C cable to the corresponding port on the monitor and the other end to your device.
- USB Upstream (for KVM/USB Hub): Connect the USB 3.2 Upstream cable from the monitor to your primary computer to enable the built-in USB hub and KVM functionality.
- Periferali: Connect your keyboard, mouse, and other USB devices to the USB 3.2 Downstream ports on the monitor.
- Awdjo: Qabbad headphones jew kelliema esterni mal-Earphone Jack jekk tixtieq.

Figura 2.3.1: Wara view showing the I/O ports including HDMI, DisplayPort, USB Type-C, USB 3.2, and Earphone Jack.
3. Istruzzjonijiet Operattivi
3.1 Power On/Off
Agħfas il-buttuna tal-qawwa li tinsab fuq il-monitor biex tixgħelu jew titfih. Id-dawl indikatur tal-qawwa jixgħel meta l-monitor ikun attiv.
3.2 Menù tal-Wiri fuq l-Iskrin (OSD)
The OSD menu allows you to adjust various monitor settings. Use the joystick/buttons on the monitor to navigate and select options.
- Stampa: Aġġusta l-luminożità, il-kuntrast, in-nitidezza, u t-temperatura tal-kulur.
- Logħob: Configure refresh rate, response time (MPRT), FreeSync, and other gaming-specific features.
- Input: Manually select the video input source (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB Type-C).
- Sistema: General settings such as language, OSD timeout, and factory reset.
3.3 Funzjonalità tal-KVM
The integrated KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) switch allows you to control multiple devices (e.g., a desktop PC and a laptop) using a single set of keyboard, mouse, and the monitor itself. To use KVM:
- Connect your primary device via DisplayPort or HDMI and the USB Upstream cable.
- Connect your secondary device via USB Type-C (which carries video, data, and power).
- Connect your keyboard and mouse to the USB Downstream ports on the monitor.
- Use the dedicated KVM switch button on the monitor to seamlessly switch control between the connected devices.

Figure 3.3.1: Diagram illustrating the Type-C KVM setup, allowing control of multiple devices with one set of peripherals.
3.4 Aġġustament tas-Settings tad-Displej
For optimal performance, ensure your operating system's display settings are configured correctly:
- Riżoluzzjoni: Set to 2560x1440 (QHD).
- Rata ta' Aġġornar: Set to 180Hz for the smoothest experience.
- AMD FreeSync: Enable FreeSync in your graphics card control panel for tear-free gaming.

Figure 3.4.1: Visual comparison demonstrating the benefit of 1ms response time and 180Hz refresh rate for smoother motion.
4. Manutenzjoni
4.1 Tindif tal-Monitor
Biex tnaddaf l-iskrin tal-monitor u ċasing:
- Itfi l-monitor u aqla l-korda tad-dawl.
- Uża ċarruta ratba u mingħajr ħelu dampMaħsul bl-ilma jew b'tindif tal-iskrin ħafif u mhux abrażiv.
- Imsaħ l-iskrin bil-mod. Evita li tapplika pressjoni eċċessiva.
- Tużax alkoħol, ammonja, jew prodotti tat-tindif li joborxu, għax dawn jistgħu jagħmlu ħsara lill-wiċċ tal-iskrin.
4.2 Kura Ġenerali
- Evita li tpoġġi oġġetti tqal fuq il-monitor jew il-kejbils tiegħu.
- Tesponix il-monitor għad-dawl tax-xemx dirett, sħana eċċessiva, jew kesħa estrema.
- Kun żgur li jkun hemm ventilazzjoni adegwata madwar il-monitor biex tevita li jisħon iżżejjed.
5 Issolvi l-problemi
Jekk tiltaqa' ma' problemi bil-monitor tiegħek, irreferi għall-problemi u s-soluzzjonijiet komuni li ġejjin:
| Problema | Soluzzjoni Possibbli |
|---|---|
| L-ebda immaġni fuq l-iskrin | Check power connections. Ensure video cable is securely connected to both monitor and device. Select correct input source via OSD. |
| L-immaġni hija mċajpra jew distorta | Ensure display resolution is set to 2560x1440. Check video cable for damage. Perform OSD factory reset. |
| KVM not switching | Verify USB Upstream cable is connected to the primary device. Ensure USB Type-C is connected to the secondary device. Press the KVM switch button firmly. |
| Teptip jew tiċrit waqt il-logħob | Ensure AMD FreeSync is enabled in both the monitor OSD and your graphics card settings. Update graphics drivers. |
| Dead pixels or backlight bleed | While some minor backlight bleed or dead pixels are inherent to IPS technology, if severe, contact GIGABYTE support for assistance. |
6. Speċifikazzjonijiet
| Karatteristika | Dettall |
|---|---|
| Daqs tal-Iskrin | 27 Pulzier |
| Tip ta' Panel | SS IPS |
| Riżoluzzjoni | 2560x1440 (QHD) |
| Riffriskar Rata | 180Hz |
| Ħin ta' Rispons | 1ms MPRT |
| Gamut tal-Kulur | 95% DCI-P3 |
| Appoġġ HDR | VESA DisplayHDR 400 |
| Sinkronizzazzjoni Adattiva | AMD FreeSync Premium |
| Konnettività | 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x USB Type-C, 2x USB 3.2 Downstream, 1x USB 3.2 Upstream, 1x Earphone Jack |
| KVM | Iva |
| Aġġustabilità | Height, Tilt |
| Muntatura VESA | 100x100mm |
| Dimensjonijiet (LxWxH) | 7.6 x 24.2 x 21.1 pulzieri |
| Piż | 17.51 liri |
7. Garanzija u Appoġġ
7.1 Informazzjoni dwar Garanzija
Your GIGABYTE M27Q Advanced Gaming Monitor is covered by a manufacturer's limited warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official GIGABYTE websit għal termini u kundizzjonijiet dettaljati tal-garanzija speċifiċi għar-reġjun tiegħek.
7.2 Appoġġ Tekniku
For technical assistance, product inquiries, or service requests, please contact GIGABYTE customer support through their official website or the contact information provided in your product documentation. Have your model number (M27QA-US) and serial number ready when contacting support.





