BenQ Ew2430 User Manual

							LCD Monitor
User Manual
EW2430
EW2730
 
						

							Copyright
Copyright © 2011 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be 
reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language 
or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, 
chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation.
Disclaimer
BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with 
respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness 
for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication 
and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of BenQ 
Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes.
Please follow these safety instructions for best performance, 
and long life for your monitor.
Power Safet y
•The AC plug isolates this equipment from the AC supply.
•The power supply cord serves as 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 the marked label. If you 
are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
•An approved power cord greater or equal to H03VV-F or H05VV-F, 2G or 3G, 0.75mm2 must 
be used.
Care And Cleaning
•Cleaning. Always unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning. Clean the LCD 
monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Avoid using any liquid, aerosol or glass 
cleaners.
•Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are for ventilation. They must not be 
blocked or covered. Your monitor should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat 
source, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
•Never push objects or spill liquid of any kind into this product.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to 
dangerous voltages or other risks. If any of the above mentioned misuse or other accident such as 
dropping or mishandling occurs, contact qualified service personnel for servicing.
 
						

							Table of Contents
Copyright .......................................................................................................................... 2
Disclaimer ......................................................................................................................... 2
Getting started  .................................................................................................................. 4
Getting to know your monitor  ........................................................................................ 6
Front view  ........................................................................................................................................6
Back view  .........................................................................................................................................6
Connection ......................................................................................................................................7
Getting to know the remote control (EW2730 only)  ..................................................... 8
Front view  ........................................................................................................................................8
Installing the battery ........................................................................................................................9
How to assemble your monitor hardware .................................................................... 10
How to detach the stand base  .......................................................................................................14
Using the monitor wall mounting kit  ..........................................................................................15
Getting the most from your BenQ monitor ................................................................. 16
How to install the monitor on a new computer  ..........................................................................17
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
How to install on Windows XP system  ........................................................................................21
Picture optimization ...................................................................................................... 22
How to adjust your monitor .......................................................................................... 23
The control panel  ..........................................................................................................................23
Hot key mode  ................................................................................................................................24
Main menu mode  ..........................................................................................................................25
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 39
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)  ...............................................................................................39
Need more help?  ............................................................................................................................41
 
						

							4  Getting started  
1. 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.
 
BenQ LCD Monitor
Monitor Base
Quick Start Guide
 
CD-ROM
 
Remote Control
(EW2730 only)
Power Cord
(Picture may differ from product supplied 
for your region.)
Video Cable: D-Sub 
 
						

							  5   Getting started
Consider keeping the box and 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.
Always keep the product and accessories out of reach of small children. 
Audio Cable
USB Cable
 
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)
 
						

							6  Getting to know your monitor  
2. Getting to know your monitor
Front view
Back view
 Above diagram may vary depending on the model.1. USB port x 4 (downstream; 
connecting to USB devices)
2. Speakers
3. Power button
4. Remote control sensor (EW2730 
only)
5. Control buttons
6. AC Power Input jack
7. Headphone jack
8. Audio Line In
9. Audio Line Out
10.HDMI socket x 2
11. DVI-D socket 
12.D-Sub socket
13.USB port x 1 (upstream; connecting 
to the PC)
14.Kensington lock slot
15.VESA wall mount
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							  7   Getting to know your monitor
Connection
The following connection illustrations are for your reference only. For cables that are not supplied 
with your product, you can purchase them separately.
For detailed connection methods, see page 11 - 13.
Headphone
Speakers
Gaming 
consolePC/NotebookBlu-ray playerUSB peripherals
 
						

							8  Getting to know the remote control (EW2730 on-
3. Getting to know the remote control (EW2730 only)
Front view
OSD = On Screen Display.
Depending on the purchased model, some keys may not be available.1. Mute button Mutes the volume.
2. Input source button Switches between different video signals that may be connected to 
your monitor.
3. Senseye mode button Switches to different Senseye modes.
4. Volume up button Increases the volume.
5. Volume down button Decreases the volume.
6. Brightness/Contrast button •Adjusts the balance between light and dark shades.
•Adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness.
7. Enter button Enters sub menu and select items.
8. Menu button Activates OSD main menu and return to the previous menu.
9. Power button Turns the power on or off.
10.Smart focus button Not available.
11. Super resolution button Not available.
12.Navigation buttons Adjusts settings or moves to different sub menus.
13.Exit button Exits OSD.
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							  9   Getting to know the remote control (EW2730 only)
Installing the battery
1. Turn over the remote control. Remove the battery 
cover as illustrated.
 
2. Remove the battery insulation sheet.
3. Replace the provided battery onto the battery holder 
properly. Make sure that the positive terminal (+) 
faces upward.
4. Replace the battery cover.
The remote control is ready to use now.
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							10  How to assemble your monitor hardware  
4. How to assemble your monitor hardware
If the computer is turned on you must turn it off before continuing. 
Do not plug-in or turn-on the power to the monitor until instructed to do so. 
1. Attach the monitor base.
Please be careful to prevent damage to the monitor. 
Placing the screen surface 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 monitor 
surround and controls. 
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 clean padded 
surface.
While holding the monitor firmly against the desk, pull 
the monitor stand arm upwards clear of the monitor.
Orient and align the stand base socket with the end of the 
stand arm, then push them together. 
Tighten the thumbscrew on the bottom of the monitor 
base as illustrated.
Gently attempt to pull them back apart to check that they 
have properly engaged.
Carefully lift the monitor, turn it over and place it upright 
on its stand on a flat even surface.
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