BenQ XL2420T / XL2420TX user manual How to install the monitor on a new computer

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How to install the monitor on a new computer

This instruction details the procedure for selecting and installing the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software on a new computer which has never had a monitor driver installed before. This instruction is only suitable for a computer which has never been used before, and for which the BenQ LCD Monitor is the first ever monitor to be connected to it.

If you are adding the BenQ LCD Monitor to an existing computer that has already had another monitor connected to it (and has monitor driver software installed), you should not be following these instructions. You should instead be following the instructions for How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer.

1.Follow the instructions in Getting the most from your BenQ monitor on page 21.

When Windows starts, it will automatically detect the new monitor and launch the Found New Hardware Wizard. Follow the prompts until it displays the option to Install Hardware Device Drivers.

2.Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on the computer.

3.Check Search for a suitable driver for my device option, and click Next.

4.Check the option for CD-ROM drives (uncheck all others) and click Next.

5.Look to confirm that the wizard has selected the correct name of your monitor and click

Next.

6.Click Finish.

7.Restart the computer.

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Contents Page Copyright Power SafetyCare And Cleaning DisclaimerBenQ ecoFACTS Table of Contents Getting started CD-ROMVideo Cable D-Sub Optional accessoryUSB Cable 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 base+20 Connect the PC video cable Connect 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 Remove the monitor stand How to detach the stand and the basePrepare the monitor and area Remove the monitor baseHow to assemble your monitor hardware Adjusting the monitor height Fully extend the monitor and tilt it Rotating the monitorPivot the display 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 7 system How to install on Windows Vista systems Click the Monitor tab and the Properties buttonHow 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 For Down/Decrease adjustment By default, the key is the hot key for Display ModeTo change the default settings, see Customizing By default, the key is the hot key for Smart ScalingPicture optimization Setting up your own game modeCustomizing the hot keys Downloading more game modes using Game Mode Loader Adjusting display modeAdjust the value Using Smart ScalingUsing Instant Mode You can resize your display by Smart ScalingNavigating the main menu Adjusts the vertical position of the screen image Adjusts the horizontal position of the screen imageDisplay menu Phase Picture menu Adjusts the brightness during 3D playback During 3DAdjusts the degree of difference between darkness Lightness During 3D PlaybackAdjusts the degree of how we perceive colors Adjusts the tone luminance. The default value is 3Viewed with natural coloring. This is Factory default color Adjusts the purity degree of colorsPicture Advanced menu This feature is provided to allow aspect ratios other than Applies customized display settingsMode from Picture Mode. The screen will be divided into Resolution without scalingSelects an appropriate format to play 3D content Adjusts the display size to best suit your needsDetected video signal Determines the color space RGB or YUV based onDetermines the size of the highlight area Adjusts the horizontal position Highlight areaAdjusts the vertical position of the highlight Area Scales the highlight areaSave Settings menu Function RangeMutes the audio input Adjusts the audio volumeAudio menu 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 Default values Displays the current monitor property settingsResets all mode, color and geometry settings to the factory Best withTroubleshooting Frequently asked questions FAQTroubleshooting Need more help?