BenQ PG240IPT user manual Troubleshooting

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Faint shadow from the static image displayed is visible on the screen.

• Activate the power management function to let your computer and monitor go into a low power "sleep" mode when not actively in use.

• Use a screensaver to prevent the occurrence of image retention.

Is the prompt on the display illuminated in orange?

If the LED is illuminated in orange, the power management mode is active. Press any button on the computer keyboard or move the mouse. If that does not help, check the signal cable connectors. If any pin is bent or broken off, please contact your dealer to get necessary support.

Is the prompt on the display not illuminated at all?

Check the power supply mains socket, the external power supply and the mains switch.

The image is distorted, flashes or flickers.

Read the instructions on the link "Adjusting the Screen Resolution" on the DVD, and then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on these instructions.

You are running the monitor at its native resolution, but the image is still distorted.

Images from different input sources may appear distorted or stretched on the monitor running at its native resolution. To have the optimal display performance of each type of input sources, you can use the Aspect Ratio function to set a proper aspect ratio for the input sources. See Aspect Ratio on page 36 for details.

The image is displaced in one direction.

Read the instructions on the link "Adjusting the Screen Resolution" on the DVD, and then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on these instructions.

The OSD controls are inaccessible.

To unlock the OSD controls when it is preset to be locked, press and hold any key for 10 second.

No sound can be heard from the connected external speakers.

Remove your headphone (if the headphone is connected to the monitor).

Check whether the headphone jack is properly connected.

If the external speakers are USB-powered, check whether the USB connection is OK.

Increase the volume (volume may be muted or too low) on the external speakers.

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Contents PG2401PT LCD Monitor Care And Cleaning Power SafetySafety warning and precautions CopyrightBenQ ecoFACTS ServicingTable of Contents DVD-ROM Getting startedVideo Cable DP to mini DP Video Cable DVI-DVideo Cable Hdmi USB CableGetting to know your monitor Light sensor / Eco sensor Control buttons Power buttonFront view Back viewGetting to know your monitor Connection Attach the monitor base How to assemble your monitor hardware~ +20 Connect the PC video cableHow to assemble your monitor hardware Connect the memory card Connect the headphonesConnect USB devices Connect-to and turn-on the power Connect the power cable to the monitorHow to assemble your monitor hardware Remove the monitor base How to detach the stand and the basePrepare the monitor and area How to assemble your monitor hardware Prepare for the shading hood installation Installing shading hoodInstalling shading hood Install the piece Adjusting the monitor height Pivot the display Rotating the monitorPivot the OSD menu Fully extend the monitor and tilt itAdjust the monitor to the desired viewing angle Viewing angle adjustmentRemove the screws on the back cover Using the monitor wall mounting kitRemove the monitor stand Getting 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 Click Close How to install on Windows 8 systemSelect Properties from the menu Click the Hardware tab How to install on Windows 7 system Control panel How to adjust your monitorOSD in hot key Menu OSD icon in main menu Function Basic menu operationChange the default settings, see Customizing the hot By default, the key is the hot key for Color Mode. ToFor Down/Decrease adjustment By default, the key is the hot key for Brightness. ToCustomizing the hot keys Adjusting the display colorPicture optimization Hue see Saturation see Black Level see Uniformity see Adjusting the backlightNavigating the main menu Display menu This feature is provided to allow aspect ratios other thanCable connection type To be displayed without geometric distortionAdjusts the horizontal position of the screen image Optimizes and adjusts the screen settings automatically forAdjusts the vertical position of the screen image YouFor basic PC application Color Adjustment menuFor better color matching representation with Adobe RGB compatible peripheralsAdjusts the balance between light and dark shades Applies a combination of color settings defined By usersAdjusts the degree of difference between darkness Lightness Allows to adjust color temperature by 100K 2800K ~ 9300KAdjusts the degree of how we perceive colors Adjusts the tone luminanceAdjusts the purity degree of colors Adjusts the luminance of the dark areas in an image ~10Available menu options for each Color Mode ModeAdobeRGB Ergonomics menuSets to display the light condition around the monitor on Available When Color Mode is setScreen Decides to display the pop-up message that reminds you toMonitor within the set range. If the sensor detects no Eco menuDecides how far the sensor can detect PIP/PBP menu Adjusts the sharpness of the inset window in the PIP/PBP Sets the second video source for the PIP/PBP modeDetermines the size of the inset window in the PIP mode System menu Sets the OSD menu language Adjusts the display time of the OSD menuOSD Lock Prevents all the monitor settings from being Matches the RGB range setting on the connected Hdmi Detected video signalAdjusts the audio volume ~100 Sets the time to power off the monitor automaticallyFunction Range Frequently asked questions FAQ TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Need more help?