BenQ FP222W user manual Troubleshooting, Frequently asked questions FAQ

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9. Troubleshooting

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

The image is blurred:

Read the How to adjust the screen resolution on page 21 resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on

How do you use a VGA extension cable?

section, and then select the correct these instructions.

Remove the extension cable for the test. Is the image now in focus? If not, optimize the image by working through the instructions in the How to adjust the screen refresh rate on page 22 section It is normal for blurring to occur due to conduction losses in extension cables. You can minimize these losses by using an extension cable with better conduction quality or with a built-in booster.

Does the blurring only occur at resolutions lower than the native (maximum) resolution?

Read the How to adjust the screen resolution on page 21 section. Select the native resolution.

Pixel errors can be seen:

One of several pixels is permanently black, one or more pixels are permanently white, one or more pixels are permanently red, green, blue or another color.

Clean the LCD screen.

Cycle power on-off.

These are pixels that are permanently on or off and is a natural defect that occurs in LCD technology.

The image has a faulty coloration:

It has a yellow, blue or pink appearance.

Select MENU > PICTURE > Color > Reset Color, and then choose “Yes” in the “Caution” message box to reset the color settings to the factory defaults.

If the image is still not correct and the OSD also has faulty coloration, this means one of the three primary colors is missing in the signal input. Now check the signal cable connectors. If any pin is bent or broken off, please contact your dealer to get necessary support.

No image can be seen:

Is the prompt on the display illuminated in green?

If the LED is illuminated in green and there is a message “Out of Range” on the screen, this means you are using a display mode that this monitor does not support, please change the setting to one of the supported mode. Please read “Supported PC Timings on page 37” section. Recommended mode is 1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz.

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.

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Contents Welcome Copyright Table of Contents CD-ROM Getting startedSignal Cable DVI-D optional Front view Back view Power AC input jack DVI-D input socket Sub input socketGetting to know your monitor Left-side view Power Enter Brightness ContrastMode Input Key Attach the monitor base How to assemble your monitor hardwareEither Connect the power cable to the monitorConnect the PC video cable Route the cables via the cable clip Prepare the monitor and area How to detach the stand baseRemove the monitor stand How to use the monitor wall mounting kitPrecautions Remove the rear cover Getting the most from your BenQ monitor To install the monitor on a new computer To upgrade the monitor on an existing computer Open Display Properties To install on Windows XP systemClick the Settings tab and the Advanced button Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver buttonClick Close, OK, and OK Upgrade Device Driver Wizard will display To install on Windows 2000 systemTo complete the Windows Upgrade Device Driver Wizard Close the Display Properties window How to adjust the screen resolutionOpen Display Properties and select the Settings tab Click OK then YesHow to adjust the screen refresh rate Picture optimization Control panel How to adjust your monitorDVI On Screen Display OSD menu structureContrast hot key Hot key modeMode hot key Brightness hot keyMain menu mode Function Operation Range Display menuOptimization on Picture menu Blue Image. The default startSetting is 50. Decreasing One or more of the colors Playing games Photo for viewing still Images Picture ModeSelected mode from Picture Advanced menuSystem menu Disabled Position Adjusts the horizontalPosition Adjusts the vertical Accidentally changed When this function isFrequently asked questions FAQ TroubleshootingImage is distorted, flashes or flickers Need more help?Supported PC Timings Model FP222W SpecificationsSpecifications