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.
The performance of flicker-free may be affected by external factors such as poor cable quality,
unstable power supply, signal interference, or poor grounding, and not limited to the above
mentioned external factors. (Applicable for flicker-free models only.)
BenQ ecoFACTS
BenQ has been dedicated to the design and development of greener product as part of its
aspiration to realize the ideal of the "Bringing Enjoyment 'N Quality to Life" corporate vision
with the ultimate goal to achieve a low-carbon society. Besides meeting international regulatory
requirement and standards pertaining to environmental management, BenQ has spared no
efforts in pushing our initiatives further to incorporate life cycle design in the aspects of
material selection, manufacturing, packaging, transportation, using and disposal of the products.
BenQ ecoFACTS label lists key eco-friendly design highlights of each product, hoping to ensure
that consumers make informed green choices at purchase. Check out BenQ's CSR Website at
http://csr.BenQ.com/ for more details on BenQ's environmental commitments and
achievements.
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Power Safety
0~3000 m10~90 %0~40 C0~12000 m10~60 %-20~60 C
Please follow these safety instructions for best performance, and long life for your monitor.
• 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.
• The Class I pluggable equipment Type A must be connected to protective earth.
• An approved power cord greater or equal to H03VV-F or H05VV-F, 2G or 3G, 0.75mm2 must
be used.
For Germany only:
• (If the weight of the product is less than or equal to 3 kg) An approved power cord greater or
equal to H03VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 must be used.
• (If the weight of the product is more than 3 kg) An approved power cord greater or equal to
H05VV-F or H05RR-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 must be used.
• (If a remote control is provided) RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
For models with adapter:
• Use only the power adapter supplied with your LCD Monitor. Use of another type of power
adapter will result in malfunction and/or danger.
• Allow adequate ventilation around the adapter when using it to operate the device or charge
the battery. Do not cover the power adapter with paper or other objects that will reduce
cooling. Do not use the power adapter while it is inside a carrying case.
• Connect the power adapter to a proper power source.
• Do not attempt to service the power adapter. There are no service parts inside. Replace the
unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture.
Care And Cleaning
• Do not place the monitor face down on the floor or a desk surface directly. Otherwise,
scratches on the panel surface may occur.
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• The equipment is to be secured to the building structure before operation.
• (For models that support wall or ceiling mounting)
• Install your monitor and monitor mounting kit on a wall with flat surface.
• Ensure that the wall material and the standard wall mount bracket (purchased separately) are
stable enough to support the weight of the monitor.
• Turn off the monitor and the power before disconnecting the cables from the LCD monitor.
• Always unplug the product from the power 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
sources, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Do not place heavy loads on the monitor to avoid possible personal injury or damage to the
monitor.
• Consider keeping the box and packaging in storage for use in the future when you may need
to transport the monitor.
• Refer to the product label for information on power rating, manufacture date, and
identification markings.
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.
• Contact your place of purchase or visit the local website from www.BenQ.com for more
support.
Caution
• The monitor should be 50 ~ 70 cm (20 ~ 28 inches) away from your eyes.
• Looking at the screen for an extended period of time causes eye fatigue and may deteriorate
your eyesight. Rest your eyes for 5 ~ 10 minutes for every 1 hour of product use.
• Reduce your eye strain by focusing on objects far way.
• Frequent blinking and eye exercise help keep your eyes from drying out.
Getting started .............................................................................................................................6
Getting to know your monitor ................................................................................................8
Front view .................................................................................................................................................... 8
Back view...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Input and output ports.............................................................................................................................. 9
How to assemble your monitor hardware .........................................................................13
How to detach the stand and the base ...............................................................................................18
Using the monitor wall mounting kit ...................................................................................................20
Getting the most from your BenQ monitor ......................................................................22
How to install the monitor on a new computer ..............................................................................23
How to upgrade the monitor on an existing computer ................................................................. 24
How to install on Windows 10 system ...............................................................................................25
How to install on Windows 8 (8.1) system .......................................................................................26
How to install on Windows 7 system ................................................................................................. 27
How to adjust your monitor ..................................................................................................28
The control panel..................................................................................................................................... 28
Basic menu operation .............................................................................................................................. 29
Enabling color vision accessibility (Color Weakness)...................................................................... 32
Navigating the main menu .......................................................................................................33
Eye Care menu (selected models only) ..............................................................................................34
Display menu .............................................................................................................................................36
Picture menu .............................................................................................................................................38
Picture Advanced menu ..........................................................................................................................40
Audio menu ...............................................................................................................................................43
System menu .............................................................................................................................................44
Need more help?...................................................................................................................................... 49
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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(Models with Bright Intelligence function)
(Models without Bright Intelligence function)
Monitor Stand
Monitor Base
Quick Start Guide
CD-ROM
6 Getting started
Power Cord
(Picture may differ from product supplied
for your region.)
Video Cable: D-Sub
(For GW2280 / GW2283 only)
Video Cable: DVI-D
(Optional accessory)
Video Cable: HDMI
(Selected models only)
Video Cable: DP
(Optional accessory)
Audio Cable
(Optional accessory)
• Available accessories and the pictures shown here may differ from the actual contents and the product supplied
for your region. And the package contents may subject to change without prior notice. For cables that are not
supplied with your product, you can purchase them separately.
• 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.
7 Getting started
Getting to know your monitor
321
32
D-SUB
LINE IN
214
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Front view
(Models with Bright Intelligence function)
(Models without Bright Intelligence function)
1. Light sensor (available for models
with Bright Intelligence)
2. Control buttons
3. Power button / Power LED
indicator
Back view
8 Getting to know your monitor
1. Input and output ports (vary by
model, see Input and output
ports on page 9)
2. Stand release
3. Cable cover
4. Kensington lock slot
• Above diagram may vary depending on the model.
D-SUB
LINE IN
134256
LINE IN
D-SUB
174356
D-SUB
17436
D-SUB
LINE IN
15436
• Picture may differ from product supplied for your region.
Input and output ports
Available input and output ports may vary depending on your purchased model. Check the
Specification document on the provided CD for details.
Models with DP inputs1. AC power input jack
2. DisplayPort socket
3. HDMI socket
4. D-Sub socket
GL2580HM
5. Audio Line In
6. Headphone jack
GL2580H
GW2280 / GW2283
7. DVI-D socket
9 Getting to know your monitor
Connections
Models with DP inputs
PC / Notebook
Speakers /
Headphone
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 15 - 16.
LINE IN
D-SUB
10 Getting to know your monitor
LINE IN
D-SUB
Models with DVI inputs
PC / Notebook
Speakers /
Headphone
PC / Notebook
Speakers /
Headphone
11 Getting to know your monitor
D-SUB
LINE IN
GW2280 / GW2283
PC / Notebook
Speakers /
Headphone
The location and available input and output jacks may vary depending on the purchased model.
12 Getting to know your monitor
How to assemble your monitor hardware
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• 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.
• The illustrations in this document are for your reference only and may look different from the appearance of
the product.
• The following illustrations are for your reference only. The location and available input and output jacks may
vary depending on the purchased model.
• Avoid finger pressure on the screen surface.
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.
Attach the monitor stand to the monitor base as
illustrated until it locks in place.
Pay attention to the sharp parts during assembly.
Tighten the thumbscrew on the bottom of the monitor
base as illustrated.
13 How to assemble your monitor hardware
Orient and align the stand arm with the monitor, then
push them together until they click and lock into place.
Carefully lift the monitor, turn it over and place it
upright on its stand on a flat even surface.
You should position the monitor and angle the screen to
minimize unwanted reflections from other light sources.
Your monitor is an edge to edge monitor and should be
handled with care. Adjust the screen angle by placing your
hands on the top and on the base of the monitor as
illustrated. Excessive force on the display is prohibited.
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2. Remove the cover of the cable management
LINE IN
D-SUB
system.
The stand arm also works as a cable management
system that helps keep the cables neat and clean. Slide
the cable cover up to align the marking on the cable
cover with the unlock icon on the stand arm. Remove
the cover as illustrated. You can have one power cord,
two video cables, and one audio cable routed together.
Pass a cable through the cable management hole on the
stand arm first while cabling. Start with the ones with
bigger connectors.
Allow enough cable length while cabling to avoid loose
connection and to save the pins or socket connectors from
being bent or broken.
3. Connect the power cable to the monitor.
Pass the cable through the cable management hole on
the stand arm first.
Plug one end of the power cord into the socket labelled
on the rear of the monitor. Do not connect the
other end to a power outlet just yet.
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4. Connect the PC video cable
Do not use both DVI-D cable and D-Sub cable on the same
PC. The only case in which both cables can be used is if they
are connected to two different PCs with appropriate video
systems.
To Connect the DVI-D Cable
Pass the cable through the cable management hole on
the stand arm first. Connect the plug of the DVI-D cable
(at the end without the ferrite filter) to the monitor
video socket. Connect the other end of the cable (at
the end with the ferrite filter) to the computer video
socket.
Tighten all finger screws to prevent the plugs from
accidently falling out during use.
Either
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