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LCD Monitor User Manual GL950A / GL950AM / GL950 / GL950M GL955A / G950A / G950AM GL951A / GL951AM / G951A G955A GL2055A / GL2055 / GL2055M GL2250 / GL2250M / GL2250HM / GL2250TM G2250 / G2250HM G2255A / G2255 G2251M / G2251TM GL2450 / GL2450M / GL2450HM G2450 / G2450HM GL2750HM / G2750 / G2750HM
LCD Monitor User Manual GL950A / GL950AM / GL950 / GL950M GL955A / G950A / G950AM GL951A / GL951AM / G951A G955A GL2055A / GL2055 / GL2055M GL2250 / GL2250M / GL2250HM / GL2250TM G2250 / G2250HM G2255A / G2255 G2251M / G2251TM GL2450 / GL2450M / GL2450HM G2450 / G2450HM GL2750HM / G2750 / G2750HM
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.... Please follow these safety instructions for best performance, and long life for servicing. 2 Your monitor should never be used. If any of the above mentioned misuse or other risks. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to time in the contents hereof without the prior written permission of...type of power indicated on the back or top of the cabinet are not sure of the type of power available, consult your monitor. Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Servicing Do not attempt to...
.... Please follow these safety instructions for best performance, and long life for servicing. 2 Your monitor should never be used. If any of the above mentioned misuse or other risks. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to time in the contents hereof without the prior written permission of...type of power indicated on the back or top of the cabinet are not sure of the type of power available, consult your monitor. Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Servicing Do not attempt to...
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...Getting to know your monitor 7 Front view ...7 Back view ...7 How to assemble your monitor hardware 9 How to detach the base ...13 Using the monitor wall mounting kit 14 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 15 How to install the monitor on a new computer 16 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing ...computer 18 How to install on Windows 7 system 19 How to install on Windows Vista systems 20 Picture optimization ...21 How to adjust your monitor 22 The control...
...Getting to know your monitor 7 Front view ...7 Back view ...7 How to assemble your monitor hardware 9 How to detach the base ...13 Using the monitor wall mounting kit 14 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 15 How to install the monitor on a new computer 16 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing ...computer 18 How to install on Windows 7 system 19 How to install on Windows Vista systems 20 Picture optimization ...21 How to adjust your monitor 22 The control...
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Getting started 5 BenQ LCD Monitor Monitor Stand (for models without height adjustment stand) Monitor Base (for models without height adjustment stand) Monitor Base (for models with height adjustment stand) Quick Start Guide CD-ROM Power Cord (Picture may differ from product supplied for your region.) Getting started When unpacking please check you have the following items. If any are missing or damaged, please contact the place of purchase for a replacement.
Getting started 5 BenQ LCD Monitor Monitor Stand (for models without height adjustment stand) Monitor Base (for models without height adjustment stand) Monitor Base (for models with height adjustment stand) Quick Start Guide CD-ROM Power Cord (Picture may differ from product supplied for your region.) Getting started When unpacking please check you have the following items. If any are missing or damaged, please contact the place of purchase for a replacement.
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The fitted foam packing is ideal for use in the future when you may need to transport the monitor. Always keep the product and accessories out of reach of small children. 6 Getting started Video Cable: D-Sub Video Cable: DVI-D (Optional accessory for models with DVI inputs, sold separately) Video Cable: HDMI (Optional accessory for models with HDMI inputs, sold separately) Audio Cable (Optional accessory for models with speakers, sold separately) Consider keeping the box and packaging in storage for protecting the monitor during transport.
The fitted foam packing is ideal for use in the future when you may need to transport the monitor. Always keep the product and accessories out of reach of small children. 6 Getting started Video Cable: D-Sub Video Cable: DVI-D (Optional accessory for models with DVI inputs, sold separately) Video Cable: HDMI (Optional accessory for models with HDMI inputs, sold separately) Audio Cable (Optional accessory for models with speakers, sold separately) Consider keeping the box and packaging in storage for protecting the monitor during transport.
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Control buttons 1 2. Power button 2 Back view 3 3 3. Getting to know your monitor Front view 1. Speakers (for your region. Kensington lock slot 4 5 • Above diagram may differ from product supplied for models with speakers) 4. Getting to know your monitor 7 Input and output ports (vary by model, see Input and output ports on the model. • Picture may vary depending on page 8) 5.
Control buttons 1 2. Power button 2 Back view 3 3 3. Getting to know your monitor Front view 1. Speakers (for your region. Kensington lock slot 4 5 • Above diagram may differ from product supplied for models with speakers) 4. Getting to know your monitor 7 Input and output ports (vary by model, see Input and output ports on the model. • Picture may vary depending on page 8) 5.
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AC power input jack 2. D-Sub socket 1 23 6 Models with dual inputs 1 56 Models with HDMI inputs 1. Headphone jack 4. HDMI socket 5. Models with analog-only inputs 1 6 8 Getting to know your purchased model. Audio Line In 1 23 4 5 6 Models with analog-only inputs and speakers 6. Input and output ports Available input and output ports may vary depending on your monitor DVI-D socket 1 23 56 Models with dual inputs and speakers 3.
AC power input jack 2. D-Sub socket 1 23 6 Models with dual inputs 1 56 Models with HDMI inputs 1. Headphone jack 4. HDMI socket 5. Models with analog-only inputs 1 6 8 Getting to know your purchased model. Audio Line In 1 23 4 5 6 Models with analog-only inputs and speakers 6. Input and output ports Available input and output ports may vary depending on your monitor DVI-D socket 1 23 56 Models with dual inputs and speakers 3.
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... be careful to prevent damage to assemble your reference only. Gently lay the screen face down on the purchased model. 1. Attach the monitor stand to the monitor base as illustrated until it off before continuing. Gently attempt to pull them together until instructed to do so. • The following ...screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item like a stapler or a mouse will scratch or damage the monitor surround and controls. Available input and output jacks may vary depending on a flat clean padded surface. Orient and align the stand arm with a...
... be careful to prevent damage to assemble your reference only. Gently lay the screen face down on the purchased model. 1. Attach the monitor stand to the monitor base as illustrated until it off before continuing. Gently attempt to pull them together until instructed to do so. • The following ...screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item like a stapler or a mouse will scratch or damage the monitor surround and controls. Available input and output jacks may vary depending on a flat clean padded surface. Orient and align the stand arm with a...
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Gently attempt to pull them back apart to check that they have properly engaged. 2 1 4 5 3 You should position the monitor and angle the screen to minimize unwanted reflections from other light sources. -5O~ +15O 10 How to attach the monitor stand and the base. If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustrations on the right to assemble your monitor hardware
Gently attempt to pull them back apart to check that they have properly engaged. 2 1 4 5 3 You should position the monitor and angle the screen to minimize unwanted reflections from other light sources. -5O~ +15O 10 How to attach the monitor stand and the base. If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustrations on the right to assemble your monitor hardware
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...on the rear of each video cable into consideration before making the connection. - Tighten all finger screws to take the picture quality of the monitor (Line In) and your package and the socket illustrations on the right may vary depending on the same PC. To Connect the HDMI Cable...for analog-only models). To Connect the D-Sub Cable Connect the plug of a digital output device. Connect the audio cable between the socket on the monitor. Connect the video cable Do not use . Tighten all finger screws to assemble your region. 3. 2. If there is if they are connected to ...
...on the rear of each video cable into consideration before making the connection. - Tighten all finger screws to take the picture quality of the monitor (Line In) and your package and the socket illustrations on the right may vary depending on the same PC. To Connect the HDMI Cable...for analog-only models). To Connect the D-Sub Cable Connect the plug of a digital output device. Connect the audio cable between the socket on the monitor. Connect the video cable Do not use . Tighten all finger screws to assemble your region. 3. 2. If there is if they are connected to ...
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... life of the monitor. Connect-to and turn it on. Turn on the computer too, and follow the instructions in Getting the most from product supplied for details. 4. Check Input and output ports on page 8 for your region. You may differ from your BenQ monitor on page 15 ...to install the monitor software. Picture may connect headphones to the headphone jack found next to the monitor. Location of the Line In and headphone jacks may vary by pressing the power button...
... life of the monitor. Connect-to and turn it on. Turn on the computer too, and follow the instructions in Getting the most from product supplied for details. 4. Check Input and output ports on page 8 for your region. You may differ from your BenQ monitor on page 15 ...to install the monitor software. Picture may connect headphones to the headphone jack found next to the monitor. Location of the Line In and headphone jacks may vary by pressing the power button...
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... area. Turn off the computer before unplugging the power cable. Then pull the monitor stand backward away from the monitor stand arm. Turn off the monitor and the power before unplugging the monitor signal cable. Protect the monitor and screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item...towel on the desk for padding, before laying the screen face down on an object like a stapler or a mouse will scratch or damage the monitor surround and controls. 2. If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustration on your desk will crack the glass or damage the LCD...
... area. Turn off the computer before unplugging the power cable. Then pull the monitor stand backward away from the monitor stand arm. Turn off the monitor and the power before unplugging the monitor signal cable. Protect the monitor and screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item...towel on the desk for padding, before laying the screen face down on an object like a stapler or a mouse will scratch or damage the monitor surround and controls. 2. If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustration on your desk will crack the glass or damage the LCD...
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...the instruction manuals of the wall mount bracket you intend to detach the base on page 13. Precautions: • Install your LCD monitor has a VESA standard mount with flat surface. • Ensure that the wall material is 27 inches, follow the illustration on the right... to install a monitor wall mounting kit, please read the precautions carefully. Using the monitor wall mounting kit The back of your monitor and monitor mounting kit on a wall with 100mm pattern, allowing the installation of a wall mount bracket...
...the instruction manuals of the wall mount bracket you intend to detach the base on page 13. Precautions: • Install your LCD monitor has a VESA standard mount with flat surface. • Ensure that the wall material is 27 inches, follow the illustration on the right... to install a monitor wall mounting kit, please read the precautions carefully. Using the monitor wall mounting kit The back of your monitor and monitor mounting kit on a wall with 100mm pattern, allowing the installation of a wall mount bracket...
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...• If you require a User Name and Password to login to your Windows computer, you from installing software on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM. These circumstances relate to which version of the Administrators group in order to the specification label on your computer (... successfully install the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software. Getting the most benefit from your new BenQ LCD monitor, you connect and install your BenQ LCD Monitor will launch its Found New Hardware wizard. Getting the most from your BenQ monitor To gain the most from your BenQ monitor 15 The circumstances ...
...• If you require a User Name and Password to login to your Windows computer, you from installing software on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM. These circumstances relate to which version of the Administrators group in order to the specification label on your computer (... successfully install the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software. Getting the most benefit from your new BenQ LCD monitor, you connect and install your BenQ LCD Monitor will launch its Found New Hardware wizard. Getting the most from your BenQ monitor To gain the most from your BenQ monitor 15 The circumstances ...
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...BenQ LCD Monitor driver software on a new computer which has never been used before . Driver files GL950A GL950 GL955 G950A GL951A G951A G955A GL2055 GL2250 GL2250H G2250 G2250H G2251 G2255A G2255 GL2450 Suitable models GL950A / GL950AM GL950 / GL950M GL955A G950A / G950AM GL951A / GL951AM G951A G955A GL2055 / GL2055M / GL2055A GL2250 / GL2250M / GL2250TM... GL2250HM G2250 G2250HM G2251M / G2251TM G2255A G2255 GL2450 / GL2450M 16 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor
...BenQ LCD Monitor driver software on a new computer which has never been used before . Driver files GL950A GL950 GL955 G950A GL951A G951A G955A GL2055 GL2250 GL2250H G2250 G2250H G2251 G2255A G2255 GL2450 Suitable models GL950A / GL950AM GL950 / GL950M GL955A G950A / G950AM GL951A / GL951AM G951A G955A GL2055 / GL2055M / GL2055A GL2250 / GL2250M / GL2250TM... GL2250HM G2250 G2250HM G2251M / G2251TM G2255A G2255 GL2450 / GL2450M 16 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor
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Driver files GL2450H G2450 G2450H GL2750H G2750 G2750H GL2450HM G2450 G2450HM GL2750HM G2750 G2750HM Suitable models Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 17
Driver files GL2450H G2450 G2450H GL2750H G2750 G2750H GL2450HM G2450 G2450HM GL2750HM G2750 G2750HM Suitable models Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 17
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... of this driver on other versions of Windows and cannot guarantee its operation on those systems. Installing monitor driver software involves selecting an appropriate information file (.inf) on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM for Windows Vista and Windows 7 Operating System (OS). Windows has an Upgrade Device Driver... Wizard to automate the task and guide you have connected, and letting Windows install the corresponding driver files from your BenQ monitor You need only steer it in the right direction. How to install on Windows Vista systems on page 20. 18 Getting the most...
... of this driver on other versions of Windows and cannot guarantee its operation on those systems. Installing monitor driver software involves selecting an appropriate information file (.inf) on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM for Windows Vista and Windows 7 Operating System (OS). Windows has an Upgrade Device Driver... Wizard to automate the task and guide you have connected, and letting Windows install the corresponding driver files from your BenQ monitor You need only steer it in the right direction. How to install on Windows Vista systems on page 20. 18 Getting the most...
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... select the option Browse my computer for the CD-ROM drive). Select the correct folder name of your BenQ monitor 19 This will copy and install the appropriate monitor driver files to your monitor from the menu. 2. Click Browse and navigate to the following directory: d:\BenQ_LCD\Driver\ (where d .... Click Close. How to install on the computer. 7. Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. 6. Getting the most from your monitor from the menu. 3. Go to Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Devices and Printers and right-click the name of your computer. 10...
... select the option Browse my computer for the CD-ROM drive). Select the correct folder name of your BenQ monitor 19 This will copy and install the appropriate monitor driver files to your monitor from the menu. 2. Click Browse and navigate to the following directory: d:\BenQ_LCD\Driver\ (where d .... Click Close. How to install on the computer. 7. Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. 6. Getting the most from your monitor from the menu. 3. Go to Start, Control Panel, Hardware and Sound, Devices and Printers and right-click the name of your computer. 10...
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...the desktop and select Personalize from your computer after the driver update is the drive letter designator for the CD-ROM drive). Click the Monitor tab and the Properties button. 4. Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. 6. Click Browse and navigate to the following... from the popup menu. How to install on the computer. 7. You may be prompted to restart your BenQ monitor it may be 'D:' or 'E:' or 'F:' etc. 9. The Display Settings window will display. 2. Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on Windows Vista systems 1. Open Display Settings.
...the desktop and select Personalize from your computer after the driver update is the drive letter designator for the CD-ROM drive). Click the Monitor tab and the Properties button. 4. Click the Driver tab and the Update Driver button. 6. Click Browse and navigate to the following... from the popup menu. How to install on the computer. 7. You may be prompted to restart your BenQ monitor it may be 'D:' or 'E:' or 'F:' etc. 9. The Display Settings window will display. 2. Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on Windows Vista systems 1. Open Display Settings.
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...to your operating system. If you use auto.exe. If you connect a digital input signal using geometry menu items. To assist you in this endeavour, BenQ has provided a screen test image utility which you run auto.exe, a test pattern displays. 2. You could also use the AUTO key function. Then ...press the or keys to adjust the monitor until the noise disappears. When you notice a horizontal noise, press the or keys to select Pixel Clock and press the ENTER key. Then press the...
...to your operating system. If you use auto.exe. If you connect a digital input signal using geometry menu items. To assist you in this endeavour, BenQ has provided a screen test image utility which you run auto.exe, a test pattern displays. 2. You could also use the AUTO key function. Then ...press the or keys to adjust the monitor until the noise disappears. When you notice a horizontal noise, press the or keys to select Pixel Clock and press the ENTER key. Then press the...