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LCD Monitor User Manual GW2250 / GW2250M / GW2250HM GW2450 / GW2450M / GW2450HM GW2750HM
LCD Monitor User Manual GW2250 / GW2250M / GW2250HM GW2450 / GW2450M / GW2450HM GW2750HM
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... liquid of any person of such revision or changes. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication may expose you are for your monitor from time to time in any form or by BenQ Corporation. Copyright Copyright 2012 by any means, electronic, mechanical, ...magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without obligation of BenQ Corporation to H03VV-F or H05VV-F, 2G or...
... liquid of any person of such revision or changes. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication may expose you are for your monitor from time to time in any form or by BenQ Corporation. Copyright Copyright 2012 by any means, electronic, mechanical, ...magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without obligation of BenQ Corporation to H03VV-F or H05VV-F, 2G or...
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...Getting to know your monitor 7 Front view ...7 Back view ...7 How to assemble your monitor hardware 9 How to detach the base ...13 Using the monitor wall mounting kit 14 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 15 How to install the monitor on a new computer 16 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing ...computer 17 How to install on Windows 7 system 18 How to install on Windows Vista systems 19 Picture optimization ...20 How to adjust your monitor 21 The control...
...Getting to know your monitor 7 Front view ...7 Back view ...7 How to assemble your monitor hardware 9 How to detach the base ...13 Using the monitor wall mounting kit 14 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 15 How to install the monitor on a new computer 16 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing ...computer 17 How to install on Windows 7 system 18 How to install on Windows Vista systems 19 Picture optimization ...20 How to adjust your monitor 21 The control...
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BenQ LCD Monitor Monitor Stand Monitor Base Quick Start Guide CD-ROM Power Cord (Picture may differ from product supplied for a replacement. Getting started When unpacking please check you have the following items. If any are missing or damaged, please contact the place of purchase for your region.) Video Cable: D-Sub Getting started 5
BenQ LCD Monitor Monitor Stand Monitor Base Quick Start Guide CD-ROM Power Cord (Picture may differ from product supplied for a replacement. Getting started When unpacking please check you have the following items. If any are missing or damaged, please contact the place of purchase for your region.) Video Cable: D-Sub Getting started 5
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Always keep the product and accessories out of reach of small children. 6 Getting started The fitted foam packing is ideal for use in the future when you may need to transport the monitor. Video Cable: DVI-D (Optional accessory for models with DVI inputs, sold separately) Video Cable: HDMI (Optional accessory for models with HDMI inputs, sold separately) Audio Cable (Optional accessory for models with speakers) Consider keeping the box and packaging in storage for protecting the monitor during transport.
Always keep the product and accessories out of reach of small children. 6 Getting started The fitted foam packing is ideal for use in the future when you may need to transport the monitor. Video Cable: DVI-D (Optional accessory for models with DVI inputs, sold separately) Video Cable: HDMI (Optional accessory for models with HDMI inputs, sold separately) Audio Cable (Optional accessory for models with speakers) Consider keeping the box and packaging in storage for protecting the monitor during transport.
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Getting to know your region. Power button 2 Back view 3 3 3. Speakers (for your monitor 7 Input and output ports (vary by model, see Input and output ports on the model. • Picture may vary depending on page 8) 5. Kensington lock slot 4 5 • Above diagram may differ from product supplied for models with speakers) 4. Getting to know your monitor Front view 1. Control buttons 1 2.
Getting to know your region. Power button 2 Back view 3 3 3. Speakers (for your monitor 7 Input and output ports (vary by model, see Input and output ports on the model. • Picture may vary depending on page 8) 5. Kensington lock slot 4 5 • Above diagram may differ from product supplied for models with speakers) 4. Getting to know your monitor Front view 1. Control buttons 1 2.
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Models with dual inputs and speakers 3. Audio Line In 1 23 4 5 6 Models with HDMI inputs 1. Headphone jack 4. DVI-D socket 1 23 56 Models with dual inputs 6. AC power input jack 2. D-Sub socket 1 56 8 Getting to know your purchased model. HDMI socket 5. Input and output ports Available input and output ports may vary depending on your monitor
Models with dual inputs and speakers 3. Audio Line In 1 23 4 5 6 Models with HDMI inputs 1. Headphone jack 4. DVI-D socket 1 23 56 Models with dual inputs 6. AC power input jack 2. D-Sub socket 1 56 8 Getting to know your purchased model. HDMI socket 5. Input and output ports Available input and output ports may vary depending on your monitor
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... on the purchased model. 1. Gently attempt to pull them together until they have properly engaged. Orient and align the stand arm with the monitor, then push them back apart to check that they click and lock into place. Available input and output jacks may vary depending on a... flat clean padded surface. Attach the monitor base. How to the monitor base as illustrated until it off before continuing. Protect the monitor and screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item like a stapler...
... on the purchased model. 1. Gently attempt to pull them together until they have properly engaged. Orient and align the stand arm with the monitor, then push them back apart to check that they click and lock into place. Available input and output jacks may vary depending on a... flat clean padded surface. Attach the monitor base. How to the monitor base as illustrated until it off before continuing. Protect the monitor and screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item like a stapler...
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If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustrations on the right to assemble your monitor hardware Gently attempt to pull them back apart to check that they have properly engaged. 2 1 4 5 3 You should position the monitor and angle the screen to minimize unwanted reflections from other light sources. -5O~ +15O 10 How to attach the monitor stand and the base.
If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustrations on the right to assemble your monitor hardware Gently attempt to pull them back apart to check that they have properly engaged. 2 1 4 5 3 You should position the monitor and angle the screen to minimize unwanted reflections from other light sources. -5O~ +15O 10 How to attach the monitor stand and the base.
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... making the connection. - If there is if they are connected to two different PCs with the ferrite filter) to take the picture quality of the monitor (Line In) and your package and the socket illustrations on the right may vary depending on the same PC. Better quality: HDMI / DVI-D -... prevent the plugs from accidently falling out during use. Tighten all finger screws to assemble your region. 3. Connect the audio cable (for your monitor hardware 11 Connect the video cable Do not use . To Connect the HDMI Cable Connect the plug of the HDMI cable to the computer video...
... making the connection. - If there is if they are connected to two different PCs with the ferrite filter) to take the picture quality of the monitor (Line In) and your package and the socket illustrations on the right may vary depending on the same PC. Better quality: HDMI / DVI-D -... prevent the plugs from accidently falling out during use. Tighten all finger screws to assemble your region. 3. Connect the audio cable (for your monitor hardware 11 Connect the video cable Do not use . To Connect the HDMI Cable Connect the plug of the HDMI cable to the computer video...
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...end of the power cord into a power outlet and turn -on page 15 to install the monitor software. Picture may differ from your BenQ monitor on the power. To extend the service life of the monitor. Location of the Line In and headphone jacks may vary by pressing the power button on the... monitor by model. Connect the power cable to the monitor. Turn on the right of the product, ...
...end of the power cord into a power outlet and turn -on page 15 to install the monitor software. Picture may differ from your BenQ monitor on the power. To extend the service life of the monitor. Location of the Line In and headphone jacks may vary by pressing the power button on the... monitor by model. Connect the power cable to the monitor. Turn on the right of the product, ...
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... placing a soft item like a stapler or a mouse will scratch or damage the monitor surround and controls. 2. While pushing the locking clips upward, detach the stand base from the monitor stand arm. Remove the monitor stand. If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustration on your... the locking clips upward to detach the monitor base from the stand arm. 3. How to the monitor. Prepare the monitor and area. Sliding or scraping the monitor around on the right to detach the monitor base. 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 How to the hole above the monitor stand arm, and then push the screwdriver...
... placing a soft item like a stapler or a mouse will scratch or damage the monitor surround and controls. 2. While pushing the locking clips upward, detach the stand base from the monitor stand arm. Remove the monitor stand. If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustration on your... the locking clips upward to detach the monitor base from the stand arm. 3. How to the monitor. Prepare the monitor and area. Sliding or scraping the monitor around on the right to detach the monitor base. 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 How to the hole above the monitor stand arm, and then push the screwdriver...
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... a VESA standard mount with flat surface. • Ensure that the wall material is 27 inches, follow the illustration on the right to assemble your monitor hardware Lay the screen face down on the stand in How to support the weight of a wall mount bracket. In case you purchased to complete ...
... a VESA standard mount with flat surface. • Ensure that the wall material is 27 inches, follow the illustration on the right to assemble your monitor hardware Lay the screen face down on the stand in How to support the weight of a wall mount bracket. In case you purchased to complete ...
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... installation (which version of the Administrators group in order to successfully install the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software. The circumstances under which you connect and install your BenQ LCD Monitor will launch its Found New Hardware wizard. Follow the wizard instructions until it ...you need to follow to install the monitor driver software. Getting the most benefit from your BenQ monitor 15 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor To gain the most from your new BenQ LCD monitor, you should install the custom BenQ LCD Monitor driver software as a member of Microsoft...
... installation (which version of the Administrators group in order to successfully install the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software. The circumstances under which you connect and install your BenQ LCD Monitor will launch its Found New Hardware wizard. Follow the wizard instructions until it ...you need to follow to install the monitor driver software. Getting the most benefit from your BenQ monitor 15 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor To gain the most from your new BenQ LCD monitor, you should install the custom BenQ LCD Monitor driver software as a member of Microsoft...
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... GW2450 GW2450H GW2750H Suitable models GW2250 / GW2250M GW2250HM GW2450 / GW2450M GW2450HM GW2750HM 16 Getting the most from your monitor and click Next. 6. How to install the monitor on a new computer This instruction details the procedure for selecting and installing the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software on a new computer which the BenQ LCD Monitor is only suitable for...
... GW2450 GW2450H GW2750H Suitable models GW2250 / GW2250M GW2250HM GW2450 / GW2450M GW2450HM GW2750HM 16 Getting the most from your monitor and click Next. 6. How to install the monitor on a new computer This instruction details the procedure for selecting and installing the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software on a new computer which the BenQ LCD Monitor is only suitable for...
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...your Microsoft Windows computer. How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer This instruction details the procedure for manually updating the existing monitor driver software on your BenQ monitor 17 It is currently tested as at the time of writing, BenQ has done no testing of this driver on ...on Windows 7 system on page 18. • How to install on Windows Vista systems on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM for Windows Vista and Windows 7 Operating System (OS). The BenQ LCD Monitor driver for your model may well function perfectly with other versions of Windows, however, as compatible for...
...your Microsoft Windows computer. How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer This instruction details the procedure for manually updating the existing monitor driver software on your BenQ monitor 17 It is currently tested as at the time of writing, BenQ has done no testing of this driver on ...on Windows 7 system on page 18. • How to install on Windows Vista systems on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM for Windows Vista and Windows 7 Operating System (OS). The BenQ LCD Monitor driver for your model may well function perfectly with other versions of Windows, however, as compatible for...
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..., Hardware and Sound, Devices and Printers and right-click the name of your computer. 10. Select the correct folder name of your monitor from the menu. 2. Click Close. Go to restart your BenQ monitor Alternatively, right-click the desktop and select Personalize, Display, Devices and Printers, and right-click the name of your...
..., Hardware and Sound, Devices and Printers and right-click the name of your computer. 10. Select the correct folder name of your monitor from the menu. 2. Click Close. Go to restart your BenQ monitor Alternatively, right-click the desktop and select Personalize, Display, Devices and Printers, and right-click the name of your...
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... or 'E:' or 'F:' etc. 9. Select Display Settings from the popup menu. The Generic PnP Monitor Properties window will display. 2. Select the correct folder name of your BenQ monitor 19 Click Browse and navigate to restart your computer after the driver update is the drive letter designator... Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. 6. This will copy and install the appropriate monitor driver files to install on the computer. 7. Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on Windows Vista systems 1. Right-click the desktop and select Personalize...
... or 'E:' or 'F:' etc. 9. Select Display Settings from the popup menu. The Generic PnP Monitor Properties window will display. 2. Select the correct folder name of your BenQ monitor 19 Click Browse and navigate to restart your computer after the driver update is the drive letter designator... Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. 6. This will copy and install the appropriate monitor driver files to install on the computer. 7. Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on Windows Vista systems 1. Right-click the desktop and select Personalize...
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... select Pixel Clock and press the ENTER key. If you connect a digital video output using geometry menu items. To assist you in this endeavour, BenQ has provided a screen test image utility which you run auto.exe, a test pattern displays. 2. If you use the AUTO key function. Press ...the AUTO key to optimize the currently displayed image to adjust the monitor until the noise disappears. 20 Picture optimization Please ensure that you notice a horizontal noise, press the or keys to select Phase and press the ...
... select Pixel Clock and press the ENTER key. If you connect a digital video output using geometry menu items. To assist you in this endeavour, BenQ has provided a screen test image utility which you run auto.exe, a test pattern displays. 2. If you use the AUTO key function. Press ...the AUTO key to optimize the currently displayed image to adjust the monitor until the noise disappears. 20 Picture optimization Please ensure that you notice a horizontal noise, press the or keys to select Phase and press the ...
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... displaying. OSD = On Screen Display. The key is also the hot key for models with speakers 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. How to adjust your monitor The control panel For models without speakers): For Up/Increase adjustment. ENTER key: Enters sub menus and select items. For models with DVI inputs, this...the hot key for Display Mode. /Volume key (for Input. 6. The key is the hot key for Mode. 5. How to adjust your monitor 21 AUTO: Adjusts vertical position, phase, horizontal position and pixel clock automatically. 2. Hot key displays will only operate while the OSD menu is ...
... displaying. OSD = On Screen Display. The key is also the hot key for models with speakers 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. How to adjust your monitor The control panel For models without speakers): For Up/Increase adjustment. ENTER key: Enters sub menus and select items. For models with DVI inputs, this...the hot key for Display Mode. /Volume key (for Input. 6. The key is the hot key for Mode. 5. How to adjust your monitor 21 AUTO: Adjusts vertical position, phase, horizontal position and pixel clock automatically. 2. Hot key displays will only operate while the OSD menu is ...