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Table of Contents

Copyright .......................................................................................................................... 2

Disclaimer ......................................................................................................................... 2

Getting started .................................................................................................................. 4

Getting to know your monitor  ........................................................................................ 6

Front view  .................................................................................................................6
Back view ...................................................................................................................6

How to assemble your monitor hardware ...................................................................... 7

How to detach the stand base  ................................................................................10

Getting the most from your BenQ monitor ................................................................. 11

How to install the monitor on a new computer  ...................................................12
How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer  .......................................13
How to install on Windows 7 system (selected models only) ..............................14
How to install on Windows Vista systems  ............................................................15
How to install on Windows XP system  .................................................................16

Picture optimization  ...................................................................................................... 17

How to adjust your monitor .......................................................................................... 18

The control panel ....................................................................................................18
Hot key mode  .........................................................................................................19
Main menu mode  ...................................................................................................20

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 30

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)  ........................................................................30
Need more help?  .....................................................................................................31

Summary of Contents for G2225HD

Page 1: ...LCD Monitor User Manual G2225HD G2225HDA...

Page 2: ...a power disconnect device for pluggable equipment The socket outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on...

Page 3: ...r 11 How to install the monitor on a new computer 12 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer 13 How to install on Windows 7 system selected models only 14 How to install on Windows Vista sy...

Page 4: ...eck you have the following items If any are missing or damaged please contact the place of purchase for a replacement BenQ LCD Monitor Monitor Base Quick Start Guide CD ROM Power Cord Picture may diff...

Page 5: ...d packaging in storage for use in the future when you may need to transport the monitor The fitted foam packing is ideal for protecting the monitor during transport Signal Cable DVI D optional accesso...

Page 6: ...6 Getting to know your monitor 2 Getting to know your monitor Front view Back view 1 AC power input jack 2 DVI D input socket Analog only models do not have the DVI D input socket 3 D Sub input socket...

Page 7: ...rols Protect the monitor and screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item like the monitor packaging bag on the desk for padding Gently lay the screen face down on a flat c...

Page 8: ...for direct digital connection between source video and digital LCD monitors or projectors The digital video signals produce a superior quality picture than analog video signals Connect the plug of the...

Page 9: ...retain the cables neatly in place behind the monitor stand 5 Connect to and turn on the power Plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet and turn it on Picture may differ from product s...

Page 10: ...urface on an object like a stapler or a mouse will crack the glass or damage the LCD substrate voiding your warranty Sliding or scraping the monitor around on your desk will scratch or damage the moni...

Page 11: ...he very next time you turn on your computer after connecting the monitor to your computer Windows will automatically recognise the new or different hardware and will launch its Found New Hardware wiza...

Page 12: ...re 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 How to...

Page 13: ...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 L...

Page 14: ...Update Driver button 5 Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD ROM into a CD drive on the computer 6 In the Update Driver Software window select the option Browse my computer for driver software 7 Click Browse...

Page 15: ...and the Update Driver button 6 Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD ROM into a CD drive on the computer 7 In the Update Driver Software window select the option Browse my computer for driver software 8 Clic...

Page 16: ...ivers are already installed and you need do nothing further Cancel out of these property windows However if BenQ is not listed as the manufacturer or the correct model is not currently shown you will...

Page 17: ...provided a screen test image utility which you can use to check for screen color grayscale and line gradient display 1 Run the test program auto exe from CD ROM You could also use any other image suc...

Page 18: ...ontrast Brightness key For Right Increase adjustment The key is the hot key for Brightness and Contrast 5 ENTER key Enter sub menus and select items For models with DVI inputs this key is also the hot...

Page 19: ...ress the the W or X keys then the ENTER key to select Brightness or Contrast The X key will increase the level while the W key will decrease the level To exit press the MENU key Press the W key contin...

Page 20: ...to your region see Language on page 28 under OSD Settings for more details For more information on each menu please refer to the following pages Display menu on page 21 Picture menu on page 23 Pictur...

Page 21: ...hat item 4 Press the W or X keys to make adjustments or selections 5 To return to the previous menu press the MENU key Item Function Operation Range Auto Adjustment Optimizes and adjusts the screen se...

Page 22: ...een image 0 to 100 Pixel Clock Adjusts the pixel clock frequency timing to synchronize with the analog input video signal Not applicable to a digital input signal See also Picture optimization on page...

Page 23: ...the balance between light and dark shades The function is not available for use when DynamicContrast is on Press the X key to increase the brightness and press the W key to decrease the brightness 0 t...

Page 24: ...ce the Blue level the image will gradually take on a yellowish tint If you reduce Green the image will become a magenta tint Press the W or X keys and the ENTER key to select Red Green or Blue Then us...

Page 25: ...rn to the previous menu press the MENU key Item Function Operation Range Picture Mode Selects a picture mode that best suits the type of images shown on the screen Standard for basic PC application Mo...

Page 26: ...mages under the specified mode Press the W or X keys to change the settings ON OFF Display Mode This feature is provided to allow aspect ratios other than 16 9 to be displayed without geometric distor...

Page 27: ...he highlight to a menu item and then press the ENTER key to select that item 4 Press the W or X keys to make adjustments or selections 5 To return to the previous menu press the MENU key Item Function...

Page 28: ...oduct supplied in your region English French German Italian Spanish Polish Czech Hungarian Serbo Croatian Romanian Dutch Russian Swedish Portuguese Japanese Traditional Chinese Simplified Chinese H Po...

Page 29: ...to be locked press and hold the MENU key for 15 seconds to enter the OSD Lock option and make changes Alternatively you may use the W or X keys to select NO in the OSD Lock submenu from the OSD Setti...

Page 30: ...er 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...

Page 31: ...t input sources may appear distorted or stretched on the monitor running at its native resolution To have the optimal display performance of each type of input sources you can use the Display Mode fun...

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