BenQ XL2420T user manual Downloading more game modes using Game Mode Loader

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•Brightness (during 2D playback) / NVIDIA® 3D LightBoost™ (during 3D playback) (see page 42)

•Contrast (see page 42)

•Low Blue Light (selected models only) (see page 42)

•Black eQualizer (see page 43)

•Blur Reduction (Motion Blur Reduction. Selected models only.) (see page 43)

•Color Temperature (see page 43)

•Hue (see page 43)

•Saturation (see page 43)

•AMA (see page 43)

•Instant Mode (see page 44)

•Sharpness (see page 44)

•Gamma (see page 44)

•Picture Mode (see page 45)

•Display Mode (see page 46)

•Dynamic Contrast (see page 46)

•Smart Scaling (see page 47)

•Smart Focus (see page 48)

•Volume (see page 50)

•Mute (see page 50)

2.After all settings are done, go to Save Settings and save as one of the game modes. Alternatively, press and hold one of the game mode buttons (labeled 1~3) on S Switch to save as one of the game modes.

3.If you want to switch to your game mode at any time, go to Picture Advanced and Picture Mode, and select the game mode you saved in Step 2. Your preferred display settings will be applied all at once.

Alternatively, press one of the game mode buttons (depending on your settings in Step 2) on S Switch to switch to the desired game mode quickly.

BenQ offers more optimized game modes on the website. If you prefer to use these settings, refer to Downloading more game modes using Game Mode Loader on page 37.

Downloading more game modes using Game Mode Loader

Instead of customizing your own display settings, you can download the game modes available on the BenQ website and apply the settings directly.

1.Link to gaming.benq.com.

2.Download and install the game mode loader.

3.Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

4.Go to Picture Advanced and Picture Mode on your monitor, and select the game mode you just downloaded to apply the settings directly.

Alternatively, you can access and apply new game modes via Display Pilot (selected models only).

1.Install Display Pilot from the provided CD.

2.Launch Display Pilot and select Tools > Game Mode Loader.

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Contents Page Care And Cleaning Power SafetyCopyright DisclaimerBenQ ecoFACTS ServicingTable of Contents CD-ROM Getting startedUSB Cable Pre-installed, can be removedVideo Cable D-Sub Video Cable DVI-D Dual LinkFront view Getting to know your monitorBack view Getting to know your monitor Attach the monitor base How to assemble your monitor hardwareHow to assemble your monitor hardware How to assemble your monitor hardware +20 Connect the PC video cableConnect USB devices Connect the headphonesConnect 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 Prepare the monitor and area How to detach the stand and the baseRemove the monitor stand Remove the monitor baseHow to assemble your monitor hardware Then detach the base from the stand XL2720 Adjusting the monitor height Pivot the display Rotating the monitorFully extend the monitor and tilt it Rotate the monitor 90 degrees clockwise as IllustratedAdjust the monitor to the desired viewing angle Viewing angle adjustmentRemove the screws on the back cover Using the monitor wall mounting kitGetting the most from your BenQ monitor Click Finish Restart the computer How to install the monitor on a new computerHow to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer Select Properties from the menu Click the Hardware tab How to install on Windows 8 system selected models onlyHow to install on Windows 7 system System requirements How to watch 3D content on your monitorSafety information for watching 3D content Control panel How to adjust your monitorGamer 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 To change the default settings, see Customizing By default, the key is the hot key for Picture ModeFor 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 Smart Focus see Volume see Mute see Downloading more game modes using Game Mode LoaderUsing 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 degree of difference between darkness Lightness Adjusts the brightness during 3D playback During 3DPicture menu During 3D PlaybackAdjusts the degree of how we perceive colors Viewed with natural coloring. This is Factory default colorAdjusts the purity degree of colors Resets the custom color settings to the factory defaultsStandard value for Windows Adjusts the tone luminance. The default value is 3Picture Advanced menu Mode from Picture Mode. The screen will be divided into Applies customized display settingsThis feature is provided to allow aspect ratios other than Resolution without scalingDetected video signal Adjusts the display size to best suit your needsDisplays the input image as if on a 19W Monitor of 1610 aspect ratioAdjusts the horizontal position Highlight area Selects an appropriate format to play 3D contentAdjusts the vertical position of the highlight Area Determines the size of the highlight areaFunction Range Save Settings menuAudio menu Adjusts the audio volumeMutes 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 Sets the OSD menu language Adjusts the display time of the OSD menuSets the function to be accessed by custom key Resets all mode, color and geometry settings to the factory Displays the current monitor property settingsDefault values Best withFrequently asked questions FAQ TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Need more help?