Asus LCD MONITOR VG278HE User Manual

VG278 Series  
LCD 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 manufacturer’s 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.  
As an Energy Star® Partner, our company has determined  
that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy  
efficiency.  
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.  
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Safety information  
Before setting up the monitor, carefully read all the documentation that  
came with the package.  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose the monitor to rain or  
moisture.  
Never try to open the monitor cabinet. The dangerous high voltages  
inside the monitor may result in serious physical injury.  
If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a  
qualified service technician or your retailer.  
Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected  
and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage,  
contact your dealer immediately.  
Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for  
ventilation. Do not block these slots. Never place this product near or  
over a radiator or heat source unless proper ventilation is provided.  
The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source  
indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to  
your home, consult your dealer or local power company.  
Use the appropriate power plug which complies with your local power  
standard.  
Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can  
result in fire or electric shock.  
Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the  
monitor in any area where it may become wet. Place the monitor on a  
stable surface.  
Unplug the unit during a lightning storm or if it will not be used for a  
long period of time. This will protect the monitor from damage due to  
power surges.  
Never push objects or spill liquid of any kind into the slots on the  
monitor cabinet.  
To ensure satisfactory operation, in case use at a PC then it should  
use the monitor only with computers which have appropriate  
configured receptacles marked between 100-240V AC.  
If you encounter technical problems with the monitor, contact a  
qualified service technician or your retailer.  
The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be  
easily accessible.  
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Care & Cleaning  
Before you lift or reposition your monitor, it is better to disconnect the  
cables and power cord. Follow the correct lifting techniques when  
positioning the monitor. When lifting or carrying the monitor, grasp the  
edges of the monitor. Do not lift the display by the stand or the cord.  
Cleaning. Turn your monitor off and unplug the power cord. 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:  
The screen may flicker during the initial use due to the nature of the  
fluorescent light. Turn off the Power Switch and turn it on again to  
make sure that the flicker disappears.  
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.  
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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.  
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1.1  
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.  
With these features, you can enjoy the convenience and delightful visual  
experience that the monitor brings you!  
1.2  
Package contents  
Check your package for the following items:  
LCD Monitor  
Power Cord  
VGA Cable  
DVI (Dual-Link) Cable  
3.5mm Audio Cable  
Support CD  
Quick Start Guide  
Warranty Card  
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.  
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1.3  
Monitor introduction  
1.3.1  
Front view  
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1.  
Button:  
Press this hotkey to switch from six video preset modes  
(Scenery Mode, Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game  
Mode, Night View Mode, and sRGB ) with SPLENDID™ Video  
Intelligence Technology.  
Exits the OSD menu or goes back to the previous menu when  
the OSD menu is active.  
The Splendid, Contrast and Brightness adjustment functions will be temporarily  
disabled while 3D function is activated.  
2.  
3.  
Button:  
Press this button to automatically adjust the image to its  
optimized position, clock, and phase (for VGA mode only).  
Button:  
Press this button to decrease the value of the function selected  
or move to the next functions.  
Volume hotkey  
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction  
4.  
Button:  
Press this button to enter/select the icon (function) highlighted  
while the OSD menu is activated.  
Exits the hotkey OSD menu.  
Button:  
5.  
Press this button to increase the value of the function selected  
or move to the previous function.  
Brightness hotkey  
6.  
Input Select Button:  
Press this button to select input source.  
7.  
Power Button/Power Indicator:  
Press this button to turn the monitor on/off.  
The color definition of the power indicator is shown below.  
Status  
Blue  
Description  
ON  
Amber  
OFF  
Standby mode  
OFF  
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1.3.2  
Back view  
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Rear connectors  
1. Kensington lock slot.  
2. AC-IN port: This port connects the power cord.  
3. VGA port: This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection.  
4. DVI port: This 24-pin port is for PC (Personal Computer) DVI-D digital  
signal connection.  
Only DVI port supports 3D feature given NVIDIA 3D Vision Kit is available  
5. HDMI-IN port: This port is for connection with an HDMI compatible  
device.  
6. PC Audio-In Jack: This 3.5mm stereo jack is for PC audio connection.  
7. Earphone-Out Jack: This 3.5mm stereo jack is for earphone audio  
connection.  
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction  
2.1  
Assembling the monitor base  
To assemble the monitor base:  
1. Attach the base to the arm.  
2. Fix with the screws to joint the base with the arm. You can easily  
tighten the screws by fingers.  
3. Remove the height adjustment lock from the arm.  
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The height adjustment lock should NEVER be removed BEFORE you place the  
monitor VERTICALLY on a flat and clean table.  
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2.2  
Adjusting the monitor  
For optimal viewing, we recommend that you look at the full face of the  
monitor, then adjust the monitor to the angle that is most comfortable  
for you.  
Hold the base to prevent the monitor from falling when you change its  
angle.  
You can tilt the monitor’s from -5˚ to +15˚, swivel from left-to-right for  
150˚, and lift the monitor’s height for about 100mm.  
-5° ~ +15°  
150°  
150°  
0°  
100mm  
It is normal that the monitor slightly shakes while you adjust the viewing angle.  
2-2  
Chapter 2: Setup  
2.3  
Detaching the arm (for VESA wall  
mount)  
The detachable arm of this monitor is specially designed for VESA wall  
mount.  
To detach the arm:  
1. Disconnect power and signal cables.  
2. Lower the monitor to its lowest height, and then insert the height  
adjustment lock.  
3. Carefully put the front of the monitor face down on a flat and clean  
table.  
4. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screwdrivers on the arm, and  
then detach the arm from the monitor.  
We recommend that you cover the table surface with soft cloth to prevent  
damage to the monitor.  
Hold the stand while removing the screws.  
The VESA wall mount kit ( 100 x 100 mm) is purchased separately.  
Use only the UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight/load 32.4kg  
(Screw size: M4 x 10 mm).  
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3.1  
OSD (On-Screen Display) menu  
3.1.1  
How to configure  
VG278  
Splendid  
Color  
Scenery Mode  
Standard Mode  
Theater Mode  
Game Mode  
Image  
Input Select  
System Setup  
Night View Mode  
sRGB  
Move  
Menu  
Exit  
1. Press [  
] button to activate the OSD menu.  
] or [ ] button to navigate through the functions.  
2. Press [  
Highlight and activate the desired function by pressing [  
]
button. If there is a sub-menu in the function selected, press [  
]
or [  
] button again to navigate through the sub-menu functions.  
Highlight and activate the desired sub-menu function by pressing  
[
] button.  
] or [  
3. Press [  
] button to change the settings of the selected  
function.  
4. To exit the OSD menu, press [ ] button. Repeat step 2 and step 3 to  
adjust any other function.  
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Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu  
3.1.2  
1. Splendid  
This function contains six sub-functions you can select for your  
OSD Function Introduction  
preference. Each mode has the Reset selection, allowing you to  
maintain your setting or return to the preset mode.  
VG278  
Splendid  
Color  
Scenery Mode  
Standard Mode  
Theater Mode  
Game Mode  
Image  
Input Select  
System Setup  
Night View Mode  
sRGB  
Move  
Menu  
Exit  
Scenery Mode: The best choice for scenery photo display with  
SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement.  
Standard Mode: The best choice for document editing with  
SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement.  
Theater Mode: The best choice for movie with SPLENDID™  
Video Enhancement.  
Game Mode: The best choice for game playing with  
SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement.  
Night View Mode: The best choice dark-scene game or movie  
with SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement.  
sRGB Mode: Compatible with sRGB color space. sRGB mode  
is the best choice for document editing.  
In the Standard Mode, the Saturation and ASCR functions are not user-  
configurable.  
In the other modes, the sRGB function is not user-configurable.  
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2. Color  
Set a desired color setting from this menu.  
VG278  
Splendid  
Color  
Brightness  
Contrast  
90  
80  
Image  
Saturation  
Color Temp.  
50  
Input Select  
System Setup  
User Mode  
Skin Tone  
Natural  
OFF  
Smart View  
TM  
NVIDIA Lightboost  
Move  
Menu  
Exit  
Brightness: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100. The  
button is a hotkey to activate this function.  
Contrast: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.  
Saturation: The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.  
Color Temp.: Contains four color modes: “Cool”, “Normal”,  
Warm”, and “User Mode”.  
In the User mode for Color Temp., the colors of R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue)  
are user-configurable; the adjusting range is from 0 to 100.  
Skin Tone: Contains three color modes including “Reddish”,  
Natural”, and “Yellowish”.  
Smart View: Enable a clearer visibility after tilted the screen.  
3. Image  
Set the image related setting from this menu.  
VG278  
Splendid  
Color  
Sharpness  
Trace Free  
Aspect Control  
ASCR  
50  
60  
Image  
Full  
OFF  
Input Select  
System Setup  
Position  
Focus  
Move  
Menu  
Exit  
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Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu  
Sharpness: Adjust the picture sharpness. The adjusting range  
is from 0 to 100.  
Trace Free: Speed up the response time. The adjusting range is  
from 0 to 100.  
Aspect Control: Adjust the aspect ratio to “4:3”, “Full”, or  
OverScan”. (The “OverScan” ratio is only available for HDMI  
input.)  
ASCR: Turn on or off the ASCR (ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio)  
function. (Only available at Scenery Mode, Theater Mode,  
Game Mode, and Night View Mode.)  
Position: Adjust the horizontal position (H-Position) and the  
vertical position (V-Position) of the image. The adjusting range is  
from 0 to 100. (Only available for VGA input.)  
Focus: Reduce Horizontal-line noise and Vertical-line noise  
of the image by adjusting (Phase) and (Clock) separately. The  
adjusting range is from 0 to 100. (Only available for VGA input.)  
Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase  
adjustment, the screen shows horizontal disturbances.  
Clock (pixel frequency) controls the number of pixels scanned by one  
horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical  
stripes and the image is not proportional.  
4. Input Select  
Select the input source from “VGA, “DVI, or “HDMI”.  
VG278  
Splendid  
Color  
VGA  
DVI  
Image  
HDMI  
Input Select  
System Setup  
Move  
Menu  
Exit  
Only the VGA and DVI input supports the “Auto scan” function.  
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5. System Setup  
Adjust the system configuration.  
VG278  
Splendid  
Color  
Splendid Demo Mode  
Volume  
OFF  
50  
Image  
ECO Mode  
OFF  
Input Select  
System Setup  
OSD Setup  
Language  
English  
Information  
All Reset  
Move  
Menu  
Exit  
Splendid Demo Mode: Splits the screen into two for Splendid  
modes comparison. (Only available at Scenery Mode, Theater  
Mode, Game Mode, and Night View Mode.)  
Volume: Adjusts the speaker and earphone output volume  
level. The adjusting range is from 0 to 100.  
ECO Mode: Activate the ecology mode for power saving. (Some  
gray levels may not be distinguished if ECO is ON. Its brightness  
is lower than that when setting the Contrast Ratio to 100.)  
OSD Setup:  
H-Position / V-Position: Adjusts the horizontal position  
(H-Position) or the vertical position (V-Position) of the OSD  
from 0 to 100.  
OSD Timeout: Adjusts the OSD timeout from 10 to 120  
seconds.  
DDC/CI: Enables or disables the DDC/CI function.  
Transparency: Adjusts the OSD background from opaque  
to transparent.  
Language: There are 10 languages for your selection, including  
English”, “French”, “German”, “Spanish”, “Italian”, “Dutch”,  
Russian”, “Traditional Chinese”, “Simplified Chinese”, and  
Japanese”.  
Information: Shows the monitor information.  
All Reset: Select “Yes” to restore the default settings.  
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Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu  
3.2  
Specifications  
Panel Type  
TFT LCD  
Panel Size  
27” W (68.6 cm)  
72% (sRGB)  
1920 x 1080 (up to 144Hz)  
Yes  
Color Saturation(NTSC)  
True Resolution  
Full HD 1080P  
Pixel Pitch  
0.311 mm  
Brightness (Typ.)  
Contrast Ratio (Typ.)  
300 cd/m2  
1000:1  
ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio (ASCR) 50,000,000:1 (with ASCR on)  
Viewing Angle (H/V) CR10  
Display Colors  
170°(H) /160°(V)  
16.7 M  
Response Time  
2 ms (Gray to gray)  
Trace Free Technology  
SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement  
SPLENDID™ Selection  
Skin-Tone Selection  
Color Temperature Selection  
HDCP  
Yes  
Yes  
6 video preset modes (by hotkey)  
3 modes  
4 modes  
Yes  
Stereo Speaker  
3W x 2 stereo, RMS  
Auto Adjustment Hotkey  
Brightness Adjustment Hotkey  
Volume Adjustment Hotkey  
Input Selection Hotkey  
PC Input  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Dual-link DVI-D(support NVIDIA 3D Vision),  
D-Sub  
PC Audio Input  
Video Input  
AV Audio Input  
Earphone Jack  
Chassis Colors  
Power LED  
Yes (3.5mm Mini-jack)  
HDMI  
HDMI  
Yes (3.5mm Mini-jack)  
Black  
Blue (On) / Amber (Standby)  
+15˚ ~ -5˚  
Tilt  
Swivel  
+150˚ ~ -150˚  
100 mm  
Height Adjustment  
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VESA Wall Mounting  
Kensington Lock  
100 x 100 mm  
Yes  
AC Input Voltage  
AC: 100 ~ 240V  
Power Consumption  
Power On: < 50 W (Max.)  
Energy Star: < 37.25 W  
Standby: < 1 W (Typ.)  
Power Off: < 1 W  
Temperature (Operating)  
Temperature (Non-operating)  
Dimension (W x H x D)  
0˚C ~ +35˚C  
-20˚C ~ +60˚C  
643 x 438 x 250 mm (machine)  
711 x 227 x 540 mm (package)  
Weight (Esti.)  
8.1kg (Net); 11.6kg (Gross)  
Regulation approvals  
Energy Star®, ErP, UL/cUL, CB, CE, FCC,  
CCC, Gost-R, C-Tick, VCCI, J-MOSS, PSB,  
RoHS, WEEE, Windows 7 WHQL  
*Specifications subject to change without notice.  
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Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu  
3.3  
Troubleshooting (FAQ)  
Problem  
Possible Solution  
button to check if the monitor is in the  
Power LED is not ON  
Press the  
ON mode.  
Check if the power cord is properly connected to  
the monitor and the power outlet.  
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.  
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 away 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 All Reset via OSD.  
Adjust the R/G/B color settings or select the Color  
Temperature via OSD.  
No sound or sound is low  
Ensure that the audio cable is properly connected  
to the monitor and the computer.  
Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and  
computer.  
Ensure that the computer sound card driver is  
properly installed and activated.  
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3.4  
Supported Timing List  
Resolution  
640x480  
Refresh Rate  
60Hz  
67Hz  
75Hz  
70Hz  
85Hz  
56Hz  
60Hz  
72Hz  
75Hz  
75Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
70Hz  
75Hz  
75Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
75Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
75Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
75Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
75Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
60Hz  
Horizontal  
31.469KHz  
35KHz  
640x480  
640x480  
37.5KHz  
720x400  
31.469KHz  
37.927KHz  
35.156KHz  
37.879KHz  
48.077KHz  
46.875KHz  
49.725KHz  
31.02KHz  
48.363KHz  
56.476KHz  
60.023KHz  
67.5KHz  
720x400  
800x600  
800x600  
800x600  
800x600  
832x624  
848x480  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1152x864  
1280x720  
1280x720  
1280x720  
1280x768  
1280x800  
1280x800  
1280x800  
1280x960  
1280x1024  
1280x1024  
1366x768  
1440x900  
1440x900  
1440x900  
1680x1050  
1680x1050  
1920x1080  
1920x1080  
44.444KHz  
44.772KHz  
56.456KHz  
47.396KHz  
49.306KHz  
49.702KHz  
62.795KHz  
60KHz  
63.981KHz  
79.976KHz  
47.712KHz  
55.469KHz  
55.935KHz  
70.635KHz  
64.674KHz  
65.29KHz  
66.587KHz  
67.5KHz  
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Resolution  
Refresh Rate  
Horizontal  
1920x1080* (DVI)  
144Hz  
158.11KHz (2D)  
113.3 KHz(2D) /  
113.8KHz(3D)  
1920x1080* (DVI)  
1920x1080* (DVI)  
100Hz  
110Hz  
125.1KHz(2D) /  
125.7KHz(3D)  
1920x1080* (DVI)  
640x480P (HDMI)  
720x480P (HDMI)  
720x576P (HDMI)  
1280x720P (HDMI)  
1280x720P (HDMI)  
1440x480P (HDMI)  
1440x576P (HDMI)  
1920x1080i (HDMI)  
1920x1080i (HDMI)  
1920x1080P (HDMI)  
1920x1080P (HDMI)  
120Hz  
137.2KHz(2D/3D)  
31.469KHz / 31.5KHz  
31.469KHz / 31.5KHz  
31.25KHz  
59.94/60Hz  
59.94/60Hz  
50Hz  
50Hz  
37.5KHz  
59.94/60Hz  
59.94/60Hz  
50Hz  
44.955KHz / 45KHz  
31.469KHz / 31.5KHz  
31.25KHz  
50Hz  
28.125KHz  
59.94/60Hz  
50Hz  
33.716KHz / 33.75KHz  
56.25KHz  
59.94/60Hz  
67.433 KHz / 67.5KHz  
Note: you must select one of the “*” timing for enabling 3D or 144Hz  
feature with a compatible NVIDIA-GPU graphic card via Dual-link DVI  
cable connection.  
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Chapter 3: OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu  

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