BenQ XL2420T / XL2420TX 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 38)

•Contrast (see page 38)

•Sharpness (see page 38)

•Black eQualizer (see page 39)

•Gamma (see page 39)

•Color Temperature (see page 39)

•Hue (see page 39)

•Saturation (see page 39)

•AMA (see page 39)

•Instant Mode (see page 39)

•Picture Mode (see page 40)

•Display Mode (see page 41)

•Dynamic Contrast (see page 41)

•Smart Scaling (see page 42)

•Smart Focus (see page 43)

•Volume (see page 45)

•Mute (see page 45)

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 33.

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.

Internet connection is required for this operation.

Adjusting display mode

To display images of aspect ratios other than your monitor aspect ratio and sizes other than your display size, you can adjust the display mode on the monitor. For the aspect ratio and display size of your monitor, see the specifications on the CD.

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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?