BenQ XL2420T / XL2420TX user manual Getting the most from your BenQ monitor

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Getting the most from your BenQ monitor

To gain the most benefit from your new BenQ color LCD flat screen monitor, you should install the custom BenQ LCD Monitor driver software as provided on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM.

The circumstances under which you connect and install your BenQ LCD Monitor will determine which process you need to follow to successfully install the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software. These circumstances relate to which version of Microsoft Windows you are using, and whether you are connecting the monitor and installing the software onto a new computer (without existing monitor driver software), or whether you are upgrading an existing installation (which already has existing monitor driver software) with a newer monitor.

In either case however, the very next time you turn on your computer (after connecting the monitor to your computer), Windows will automatically recognize the new (or different) hardware, and will launch its Found New Hardware wizard.

Follow the wizard instructions until it asks you to select a monitor model. At that point, click the Have Disk button, insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM and select the appropriate monitor model. Further details and step-by-step instructions for either an automatic (new) or upgrade (existing) installation, see:

•How to install the monitor on a new computer on page 22.

•How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer on page 23.

•If you require a User Name and Password to login to your Windows computer, you must be logged on as an

Administrator or as a member of the Administrators group in order to install the monitor driver software. Furthermore, if your computer is connected to a network which has security access requirements, network policy settings may prevent you from installing software on your computer.

• To check the name of the purchased model, refer to the specification label on the back of the monitor.

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Contents Page Care And Cleaning Power SafetyCopyright DisclaimerBenQ ecoFACTS Table of Contents CD-ROM Getting startedUSB Cable Optional accessoryVideo Cable D-Sub Video Cable DVI-D Dual LinkGetting to know your monitor Front viewBack view Getting to know your monitor Attach the monitor base How to assemble your monitor hardware+20 Connect the PC video cable Connect USB devices Connect the headphonesConnect the S Switch to the monitor Connect the power cable 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 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 How to install on Windows 7 system Click the Monitor tab and the Properties button How to install on Windows Vista systemsSystem requirements How to watch 3D content on your monitorSafety information for watching 3D content Control panel How to adjust your monitorS Switch Gamer 2 Press to switch to Gamer 2 Picture Mode ButtonGamer 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 Display ModeFor Down/Decrease adjustment By default, the key is the hot key for Smart ScalingSetting up your own game mode Picture optimizationCustomizing the hot keys Adjusting display mode Downloading more game modes using Game Mode LoaderUsing Instant Mode Using Smart ScalingAdjust the value You can resize your display by Smart ScalingNavigating the main menu Adjusts the horizontal position of the screen image Adjusts the vertical 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 PlaybackViewed with natural coloring. This is Factory default color Adjusts the tone luminance. The default value is 3Adjusts the degree of how we perceive colors Adjusts the purity degree of colorsPicture 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 needsSelects an appropriate format to play 3D content Determines the color space RGB or YUV based onAdjusts the vertical position of the highlight Area Adjusts the horizontal position Highlight areaDetermines the size of the highlight area Scales the highlight areaFunction Range Save Settings menuAudio menu Adjusts the audio volumeMutes the audio input Turns the tone of control keys on or offSystem menu Use this to change the input to that appropriate to yourVideo 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?