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... safety instructions for best performance, and long life for your monitor Power Safety • The AC plug isolates this product. The socket outlet should be installed near or over a radiator or heat source, or in a built-in the contents hereof without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation. Avoid using any liquid, aerosol or glass cleaners. • Slots and openings...
... safety instructions for best performance, and long life for your monitor Power Safety • The AC plug isolates this product. The socket outlet should be installed near or over a radiator or heat source, or in a built-in the contents hereof without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation. Avoid using any liquid, aerosol or glass cleaners. • Slots and openings...
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... the stand base 10 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 11 How to install the monitor on a new computer 12 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer 13 How to install on Windows Vista systems 14 How to install on Windows XP system 15 Picture optimization ...16 How to adjust your monitor 17 The control panel ...17 On Screen Display (OSD) menu structure 18 Hot key mode ...19 Main menu mode ...20 Troubleshooting...
... the stand base 10 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 11 How to install the monitor on a new computer 12 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer 13 How to install on Windows Vista systems 14 How to install on Windows XP system 15 Picture optimization ...16 How to adjust your monitor 17 The control panel ...17 On Screen Display (OSD) menu structure 18 Hot key mode ...19 Main menu mode ...20 Troubleshooting...
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... controls. Orient and align the stand base socket with the end of the monitor. Carefully lift the monitor, turn it over and place it off before continuing. Gently lay the screen face down on you must turn -on the power to assemble your desk will crack the glass or damage the LCD substrate voiding your monitor hardware If the computer is turned on a flat clean...
... controls. Orient and align the stand base socket with the end of the monitor. Carefully lift the monitor, turn it over and place it off before continuing. Gently lay the screen face down on you must turn -on the power to assemble your desk will crack the glass or damage the LCD substrate voiding your monitor hardware If the computer is turned on a flat clean...
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The digital video signals produce a superior quality picture than analog video signals. Tighten all finger screws to prevent the plugs from accidently falling out during use both cables can be used is if they are connected to two different PCs with the ferrite filter) to assemble your computer. (optional, not available for analog-only models) The DVI-D format is used for analog-only models) Connect one end of the monitor. Either Or 8 How...
The digital video signals produce a superior quality picture than analog video signals. Tighten all finger screws to prevent the plugs from accidently falling out during use both cables can be used is if they are connected to two different PCs with the ferrite filter) to assemble your computer. (optional, not available for analog-only models) The DVI-D format is used for analog-only models) Connect one end of the monitor. Either Or 8 How...
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... instructions in place behind the monitor stand. 5. Turn on . Connect-to install the monitor software. Release the cable retaining clip by pressing the power button on the front of the power cord into a power outlet and turn -on the monitor by squeezing the clip inwards as illustrated. Plug the other end of the monitor. Turn on the power. How to retain the cables neatly in Section 4: Getting the most from product supplied...
... instructions in place behind the monitor stand. 5. Turn on . Connect-to install the monitor software. Release the cable retaining clip by pressing the power button on the front of the power cord into a power outlet and turn -on the monitor by squeezing the clip inwards as illustrated. Plug the other end of the monitor. Turn on the power. How to retain the cables neatly in Section 4: Getting the most from product supplied...
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... Windows computer, you are upgrading an existing installation (which already has existing monitor driver software) with a newer monitor. Further details and step-by-step instructions for both an automatic (new) or upgrade (existing) installation follow to your new BenQ color LCD flat screen monitor, you should install the custom BenQ LCD Monitor driver software as a member of Microsoft Windows you are using, and whether you are connecting the monitor and installing the software onto a new computer (without existing monitor driver software...
... Windows computer, you are upgrading an existing installation (which already has existing monitor driver software) with a newer monitor. Further details and step-by-step instructions for both an automatic (new) or upgrade (existing) installation follow to your new BenQ color LCD flat screen monitor, you should install the custom BenQ LCD Monitor driver software as a member of Microsoft Windows you are using, and whether you are connecting the monitor and installing the software onto a new computer (without existing monitor driver software...
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... BenQ LCD Monitor driver software on a new computer This instruction details the procedure for How to assemble your BenQ monitor Follow the instructions in How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer. 1. Check the option for my device option, and click Next. 4. Click Finish. 7. If you should instead be connected to install the monitor on a new computer which has never had another monitor connected to Install Hardware Device drivers...
... BenQ LCD Monitor driver software on a new computer This instruction details the procedure for How to assemble your BenQ monitor Follow the instructions in How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer. 1. Check the option for my device option, and click Next. 4. Click Finish. 7. If you should instead be connected to install the monitor on a new computer which has never had another monitor connected to Install Hardware Device drivers...
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... Windows, however, as compatible for Windows XP and Windows Vista Operating System (OS). You need only steer it in the right direction. Getting the most from the CD. Windows has an Upgrade Device Driver Wizard to install on Windows XP system on page 15. How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer This instruction details the procedure for manually updating the existing monitor driver software on the BenQ LCD Monitor...
... Windows, however, as compatible for Windows XP and Windows Vista Operating System (OS). You need only steer it in the right direction. Getting the most from the CD. Windows has an Upgrade Device Driver Wizard to install on Windows XP system on page 15. How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer This instruction details the procedure for manually updating the existing monitor driver software on the BenQ LCD Monitor...
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... and sounds window. Select Display Settings from the popup menu. Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. 6. Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on Windows Vista systems 1. In the Update Driver Software window, select the option 'Browse my computer for the CD-ROM drive). Click 'Browse' and navigate to restart Windows Vista, as the BenQ LCD monitor drivers will copy and install the appropriate monitor driver files to your BenQ monitor...
... and sounds window. Select Display Settings from the popup menu. Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. 6. Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on Windows Vista systems 1. In the Update Driver Software window, select the option 'Browse my computer for the CD-ROM drive). Click 'Browse' and navigate to restart Windows Vista, as the BenQ LCD monitor drivers will copy and install the appropriate monitor driver files to your BenQ monitor...
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... your monitor model. 9. The Hardware Update Wizard will close the Display Properties windows. Click Finish. This will display. The menu options displayed will depend upon which type of your system. • Under the Classic view, click Start | Control Panel | Display. • Under the Category view, click Start | Control Panel | Appearance and Themes | Change the screen resolution. Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. Please wait while the wizard searches for the best driver in Control Panel...
... your monitor model. 9. The Hardware Update Wizard will close the Display Properties windows. Click Finish. This will display. The menu options displayed will depend upon which type of your system. • Under the Classic view, click Start | Control Panel | Display. • Under the Category view, click Start | Control Panel | Appearance and Themes | Change the screen resolution. Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. Please wait while the wizard searches for the best driver in Control Panel...
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... AUTO key to optimize the currently displayed image to access the monitor On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 4. As you can always adjust the screen geometric settings manually using a digital (DVI) cable to adjust the monitor until the noise disappears. 16 Picture optimization However, we recommend that the connected graphic card on the monitor. 3. Press the MENU key to the screen. You could also use any other image, such as the desktop of your computer is to use to select Pixel...
... AUTO key to optimize the currently displayed image to access the monitor On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 4. As you can always adjust the screen geometric settings manually using a digital (DVI) cable to adjust the monitor until the noise disappears. 16 Picture optimization However, we recommend that the connected graphic card on the monitor. 3. Press the MENU key to the screen. You could also use any other image, such as the desktop of your computer is to use to select Pixel...
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.../Decrease adjustment. The key is also the hot key for Brightness and Contrast. 6. The hot-keys will only operate while the OSD menu is the hot key for adjusting the value of no key activity. "AUTO": Adjust vertical position, phase, horizontal position and pixel clock automatically. 2. The key is not currently displaying. How to the previous menu or exit OSD. 3. How to adjust your monitor 17 "Power": Turn the power on...
.../Decrease adjustment. The key is also the hot key for Brightness and Contrast. 6. The hot-keys will only operate while the OSD menu is the hot key for adjusting the value of no key activity. "AUTO": Adjust vertical position, phase, horizontal position and pixel clock automatically. 2. The key is not currently displaying. How to the previous menu or exit OSD. 3. How to adjust your monitor 17 "Power": Turn the power on...
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... monitor Position Display Time OSD Lock ON OFF YES NO Input is specially available for models with DVI inputs. Position V. English French German Italian Spanish Polish/Japanese Czech/Traditional Chinese Hungarian/Simplified Chinese Serbo-croatian Romanian Dutch Russian Swedish Portuguese 5 Sec. 10 Sec. 15 Sec. 20 Sec. 25 Sec. 30 Sec. On Screen Display (OSD) menu structure DISPLAY Auto Adjustment H. Position V. Position Pixel Clock Phase PICTURE Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Normal Bluish Reddish User Mode Reset Color Red Green Blue YES NO PICTURE...
... monitor Position Display Time OSD Lock ON OFF YES NO Input is specially available for models with DVI inputs. Position V. English French German Italian Spanish Polish/Japanese Czech/Traditional Chinese Hungarian/Simplified Chinese Serbo-croatian Romanian Dutch Russian Swedish Portuguese 5 Sec. 10 Sec. 15 Sec. 20 Sec. 25 Sec. 30 Sec. On Screen Display (OSD) menu structure DISPLAY Auto Adjustment H. Position V. Position Pixel Clock Phase PICTURE Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Normal Bluish Reddish User Mode Reset Color Red Green Blue YES NO PICTURE...
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... key to display the Brightness and Contrast indicators. See also Input on -screen. Hot key mode The monitor keys perform as hotkeys to provide direct access to particular functions whenever the menu isn't currently displaying on page 27. See also Picture Mode on page 25. Mode hot key Press the W key continually to switch between different PC video signal inputs that may be connected to your monitor 19
... key to display the Brightness and Contrast indicators. See also Input on -screen. Hot key mode The monitor keys perform as hotkeys to provide direct access to particular functions whenever the menu isn't currently displaying on page 27. See also Picture Mode on page 25. Mode hot key Press the W key continually to switch between different PC video signal inputs that may be connected to your monitor 19
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... to enter the Menu item settings. Display 2. Picture Advanced 4. Picture 3. For more details. Main menu mode You can use the OSD (On Screen Display) menu to adjust all the settings on page 27 20 How to adjust your monitor. Press the MENU key to display the following pages: • Display menu on page 21 • Picture menu on page 23 • Picture Advanced menu on page 25 • System menu on your monitor light a menu item, and press...
... to enter the Menu item settings. Display 2. Picture Advanced 4. Picture 3. For more details. Main menu mode You can use the OSD (On Screen Display) menu to adjust all the settings on page 27 20 How to adjust your monitor. Press the MENU key to display the following pages: • Display menu on page 21 • Picture menu on page 23 • Picture Advanced menu on page 25 • System menu on your monitor light a menu item, and press...
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... select that item. 4. Item Auto Adjustment Function Optimizes and adjusts the screen settings automatically for this option and make adjustments or selections. 5. The AUTO key is a 'hot-key' for you connect a digital video output using a digital (DVI) cable to adjust your monitor, the AUTO key and the Auto Adjustment function will be disabled. Operation Press the ENTER key to make adjustment. Press the W or X keys to move the highlight to a menu item and then press...
... select that item. 4. Item Auto Adjustment Function Optimizes and adjusts the screen settings automatically for this option and make adjustments or selections. 5. The AUTO key is a 'hot-key' for you connect a digital video output using a digital (DVI) cable to adjust your monitor, the AUTO key and the Auto Adjustment function will be disabled. Operation Press the ENTER key to make adjustment. Press the W or X keys to move the highlight to a menu item and then press...
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... enter the menu. 3. Item Input Function Selects the D-sub (analog) or DVI (digital) input. OSD Settings - Press the W or X keys to select SYSTEM and then press the ENTER key to adjust your video cable connection type. Operation Press the W or X keys to change the input to change the settings. To return to display the main menu. 2. Press the MENU key to the previous menu, press the MENU button. System menu Analog-only models do not...
... enter the menu. 3. Item Input Function Selects the D-sub (analog) or DVI (digital) input. OSD Settings - Press the W or X keys to select SYSTEM and then press the ENTER key to adjust your video cable connection type. Operation Press the W or X keys to change the input to change the settings. To return to display the main menu. 2. Press the MENU key to the previous menu, press the MENU button. System menu Analog-only models do not...
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... sent via the software for Display Data Channel/Command Interface, which was developed by Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). W or X keys to the factory default values. Press MENU to select 'OFF' in the 'OSD Lock' submenu from being accidentally changed. Alternatively, you may use the W or X keys to leave the OSD Settings menu. OSD Lock Prevents all the monitor settings from the 'OSD Settings' menu, and all mode, color and geometry settings to change the settings.
... sent via the software for Display Data Channel/Command Interface, which was developed by Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). W or X keys to the factory default values. Press MENU to select 'OFF' in the 'OSD Lock' submenu from being accidentally changed. Alternatively, you may use the W or X keys to leave the OSD Settings menu. OSD Lock Prevents all the monitor settings from the 'OSD Settings' menu, and all mode, color and geometry settings to change the settings.
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... more pixels are permanently red, green, blue or another color. • Clean the LCD screen. • Cycle power on the screen, this monitor does not support, please change the setting to one of the three primary colors is blurred: Read the instructions on the link "Adjusting the Screen Resolution" on the CD, and then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on or off , please contact your computer and monitor go into a low power "sleep" mode...
... more pixels are permanently red, green, blue or another color. • Clean the LCD screen. • Cycle power on the screen, this monitor does not support, please change the setting to one of the three primary colors is blurred: Read the instructions on the link "Adjusting the Screen Resolution" on the CD, and then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on or off , please contact your computer and monitor go into a low power "sleep" mode...
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... "Adjusting the Screen Resolution" on the CD, and then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on these instructions. Images from the "OSD Settings" menu (under SYSTEM), and all ? The OSD controls are running at : Support@BenQ.com Troubleshooting 31 Need more help , check the signal cable connectors. If your problems remain after checking this manual, please contact your dealer to get necessary support. Check the power supply mains socket, the external power supply and the mains switch. To have the optimal display performance...
... "Adjusting the Screen Resolution" on the CD, and then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on these instructions. Images from the "OSD Settings" menu (under SYSTEM), and all ? The OSD controls are running at : Support@BenQ.com Troubleshooting 31 Need more help , check the signal cable connectors. If your problems remain after checking this manual, please contact your dealer to get necessary support. Check the power supply mains socket, the external power supply and the mains switch. To have the optimal display performance...