BenQ XL2420T user manual How to watch 3D content on your monitor, System requirements

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How to watch 3D content on your monitor

Your monitor supports playing three-dimensional (3D) content transferred through DVI-D Dual Link cable. Yet you need to have the appropriate hardware equipment and software programs that are compatible with 3D playback.

3D content can be transferred to XL2420TX through HDMI cable (version 1.3 or above) as well. Not all menu options are available for 3D playback.

System requirements

•BenQ LCD Monitor (XL20 series)

•Compatible 3D glasses

•PC with Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows 8 Operating System

•Compatible graphics processing units (GPU) with the latest driver files installed

•Compatible software programs that play 3D playback

For the compatible accessories, visit http://www.nvidia.com/object/3d-vision-requirements.html. For the appropriate 3D players, check with the 3D content providers.

•Contact NVIDIA or visit NVIDIA website (http://www.nvidia.com/page/home.html) for the purchase and the

settings of the compatible GPU.

•Visit the NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com/3DUpdate) for the latest GPU driver files.

Playing 3D content

Follow the instruction manuals of your 3D accessories to install the hardware and the software. If the 3D glasses are properly connected and IR signal is detected, the IR emitter indicator on the bottom right of the monitor and on the IR emitter module (purchased separately for XL2420T / XL2420TE / XL2720) will light up.

To improve the performance of 3D glasses, you can do the following:

•On XL2420TX, check if there are any obstacles in front of the IR sensor located at the front top of the monitor that keep the sensor from receiving signals from the 3D glasses.

Go to System and Emitter Mode and change the setting as needed. See Emitter Mode (XL2420TX only) on page 53 for more information.

•Follow the instruction manuals of the 3D accessories to make adjustment.

If you want to adjust the brightness when watching 3D content, go to Picture and NVIDIA® 3D LightBoost™. See Brightness (during 2D playback) / NVIDIA® 3D LightBoost™ (during 3D playback) on page 42 for more information.

IR sensor is embedded in the front bezel of your XL2420TX and is not visible to you.

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Contents Page Power Safety Care And CleaningCopyright DisclaimerServicing BenQ ecoFACTSTable of Contents Getting started CD-ROMPre-installed, can be removed USB CableVideo Cable D-Sub Video Cable DVI-D Dual LinkFront view Getting to know your monitorBack view Getting to know your monitor How to assemble your monitor hardware Attach the monitor baseHow to assemble your monitor hardware How to assemble your monitor hardware Connect the PC video cable +20Connect the headphones Connect USB devicesConnect the power cable to the monitor Connect the S Switch to the monitorOrganize the cables Connect-to and turn-on the power How to assemble your monitor hardware How to detach the stand and the base Prepare the monitor and areaRemove the monitor stand Remove the monitor baseHow to assemble your monitor hardware Then detach the base from the stand XL2720 Adjusting the monitor height Rotating the monitor Pivot the displayFully extend the monitor and tilt it Rotate the monitor 90 degrees clockwise as IllustratedViewing angle adjustment Adjust the monitor to the desired viewing angleUsing the monitor wall mounting kit Remove the screws on the back coverGetting the most from your BenQ monitor How to install the monitor on a new computer Click Finish Restart the computerHow to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer How to install on Windows 8 system selected models only Select Properties from the menu Click the Hardware tabHow to install on Windows 7 system How to watch 3D content on your monitor System requirementsSafety information for watching 3D content How to adjust your monitor Control panelGamer 2 Press to switch to Gamer 2 Picture Mode Button S SwitchGamer 3 Press to switch to Gamer 3 Picture Mode Button Basic menu operation By default, the key is the hot key for Picture Mode To change the default settings, see CustomizingFor Down/Decrease adjustment By default, the key is the hot key for Display ModeInitial setup for playing games How to adjust your monitor Picture optimization Setting up your own game modeCustomizing the hot keys Downloading more game modes using Game Mode Loader Smart Focus see Volume see Mute seeUsing Smart Scaling Adjusting display modeUsing Instant Mode Navigating the main menu Adjusts the vertical position of the screen image Adjusts the horizontal position of the screen imageDisplay menu Phase Adjusts the brightness during 3D playback During 3D Adjusts the degree of difference between darkness LightnessPicture menu During 3D PlaybackViewed with natural coloring. This is Factory default color Adjusts the degree of how we perceive colorsAdjusts the purity degree of colors Resets the custom color settings to the factory defaultsAdjusts the tone luminance. The default value is 3 Standard value for WindowsPicture Advanced menu Applies customized display settings Mode from Picture Mode. The screen will be divided intoThis feature is provided to allow aspect ratios other than Resolution without scalingAdjusts the display size to best suit your needs Detected video signalDisplays the input image as if on a 19W Monitor of 1610 aspect ratioSelects an appropriate format to play 3D content Adjusts the horizontal position Highlight areaAdjusts the vertical position of the highlight Area Determines the size of the highlight areaSave Settings menu Function RangeAdjusts the audio volume Audio menuMutes the audio input Turns the tone of control keys on or offUse this to change the input to that appropriate to your System menuVideo cable connection type Adjusts the display time of the OSD menu Sets the OSD menu languageSets the function to be accessed by custom key Displays the current monitor property settings Resets all mode, color and geometry settings to the factoryDefault values Best withTroubleshooting Frequently asked questions FAQTroubleshooting Need more help?