BenQ FP567s LCD Color Monitor 15.0" (38.1cm) LCD Panel Size User's Manual BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Copyright Copyright © 2002 by BENQ Corporation (formerly Acer Communications & Multimedia Inc.). 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. 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. 1. 2. 3. The AC plug isolates this equipment from the AC supply. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Clean the LCD monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Avoid using any cleaning solution or glass cleaner. Slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. They must not be blocked or covered. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. Never push objects of any kind, or spill liquid of any kind into this product. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. If any above mentioned misuse or other accident (dropping, mis-operations) occurs, contact qualified service personnel for servicing. The power supply cord serves as a power disconnect device for pluggable equipment. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Disclaimer Safety Instructions 4. 5. 6. 7. English 1 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide ==== ======Table ========of == ===Contents Unpacking ............................................................................................................ 3 Views of the Monitor .......................................................................................... 4 Front View ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 Back View (1) .................................................................................................................................................. 4 Back View (2): Locations of plugs & sockets ............................................................................................ 5 Installation ........................................................................................................... 6 Hardware Installation .................................................................................................................................... 6 Software Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 7 Adjusting the Monitor ...................................................................................... 33 A Look at the Control Panel .....................................................................................................................33 Hot Key Mode ..............................................................................................................................................33 Main Menu Mode ..........................................................................................................................................34 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 39 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ........................................................................................................39 Need More Help? .........................................................................................................................................40 Supported operating modes ............................................................................ 41 Specifications ..................................................................................................... 42 English 2 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Unpacking Please check you have the following items. If they are missing or are damaged, please contact the dealer at which you purchased the goods. LCD monitor with undetachable signal cable Exit Enter Quick Start Guide CD-ROM Power cord Audio cable Extension Base English 3 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Views of the Monitor Front View Exit Enter Back View (1) English 4 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Back View (2): Locations of plugs & sockets 1 3 2 1. Audio cable 3. Power cord 2. Signal cable English 5 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Installation Hardware Installation A. Make sure that the computer and monitor's power are both turned off. Please follow the steps to install your LCD monitor. Place the arrow on the base and the front side of the monitor in corresponding direction. The arrow on the base indicates the front of the base. Place the monitor into the base until it locks into place. There will be a clicking sound. Exit Enter Place the monitor face down on a soft surface. Hold the back of the monitor with one hand. Using the other hand, press the release button on the base and push outward in the direction of the arrow to detach the base extension. B. Connect the signal cable to the VGA output of the graphics card on the computer. C. Connect the audio cable to your computer. D. Connect the power cord at the back of the monitor to an AC power socket. Please make sure that the socket is not blocked or covered, so you can disconnect the unit from AC supply if you need to. Your monitor is equipped with an automatic power supply for a voltage range from 100 to 240 Volt at a frequency of 50 to 60 Hz. Be sure that your local power is within the supported range. If you are unsure, ask your electricity supplier. Signal Cable Power Cord Audio Cable English 6 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Software Installation A. Microsoft® Windows® 95 / 98 / 2000 If you are using Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows 2000 as an operating system, you have to set up the correct monitor driver. Windows 95 The first time you start Windows with a new monitor, the system will detect it and automatically install the driver for plug and play displays. To install the current driver from CD, proceed as follows: 1. 2. Insert "BenQ LCD Monitor" CD-ROM into your CD-ROM Driver. Click "Start" then "Settings" 3. Double click the "Display" icon in the Control Panel. English 7 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 4. From the "Display Properties" window, select the "Settings" tab. Click the "Advanced Properties" button in the bottom right corner. 5. Select the "Monitor" tab. Click the "Change" button in the top right corner. English 8 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 6. Now click the "Have Disk" button in the bottom right corner. When the next window appears, select the "Browse" button. 7. 8. Insert the supplied CD into your computer. Select the CD-drive from the drop-down menu. In the field above the drive selection, change to the "Drivers" folder. The current driver files are located there. Press "OK" and the window closes. English 9 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 9. By pressing "OK" again in the next window you will be given a list of compatible devices. Select "FP567s" from the list and press "OK" again. 10. You are now back at "Advanced Display Properties". Close this window by clicking "OK" and confirm the following messages with "Yes". Click "OK" and "Yes" again. The installation is now completed. You can close "Display Properties". English 10 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Windows 98 To manually install or update the driver, perform the following steps: 1. 1. Open the control panel and double-click "Display" icon. 2. From the "Display Properties" window, select the "Settings" tab. Click the "Advanced..." button in the bottom right corner. English 11 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 3. Select the "Monitor" tab. Click the "Change" button in the top right corner. 4. The "Update Device Driver Wizard" opens. Confirm by clicking "Next". English 12 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 5. Select "Display a list of all drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want." and press "Next". 6. Now click the "Have Disk" button in the bottom right corner. Another window appears, select the "Browse" button. English 13 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 7. Insert the supplied CD into your computer. Select the CD-drive from the drop-down menu. . 8. By pressing "OK" again in the next window you will be given a list of compatible devices. Select "FP567s" from the list and press "Next" again. 9. An "Insert Disk" dialogue box appears. Click "OK", and then click "Skip File". English 14 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 10. Close "Update Device Driver Wizard" by clicking "Finish" to complete the installation. English 15 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Windows 2000 The first time you start Windows with a new monitor, the system will detect it and automatically start the "Add New Hardware Wizard". Carry out the instructions beginning at step 4. 1. Insert "BenQ LCD Monitor" CD-ROM into your CD-ROM Driver. 2. Click "Start" then "Settings". 3. Open the Control Panel and double click on the "Display" icon. English 16 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 4. From the "Display Properties" window, select the "Settings" tab. Click the "Advanced..." button in the bottom right corner. 5. Select the "Monitor" tab, then click "Properties". English 17 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 6. Select the "Driver" tab, then click "Update Driver". 7. The "Upgrade Device Driver Wizard" will pop up. Then click "Next". English 18 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 8. Select "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver" then click "Next". 9. In the next window, click "Have Disk", then "Install From Disk" window will pop up, click "Browse", the "Located File" will pop up. English 19 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 10. Scroll down and select your CD ROM Driver, then click "Next." English 20 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 11. In the list of folders within the CD-ROM, select "Drivers" folder then click "Open" twice, then click "OK". Select your LCD Mode (FP567s) from the list in the next window then click "Next" twice. 12. The "Digital Signature Not Found" window will appear, click "Yes", then click "Finish". English 21 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 13. The new drivers are now installed on your computer. . English 22 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide Windows ME To manually install or update the driver, perform the following steps: 1. 2. 3. Click "Start", "Settings", "Control Panel" and then double-click "Display". In the Display Properties window, click the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced...". Click the "Monitor" tab and then click "Change". 4. "Update Device Driver Wizard" dialogue box appears. Choose "Specify the location of the driver (Advanced)" and then click "Next". English 23 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 5. Choose "Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want" then click "Next". 6. Choose "Monitors" from the list, then click "Next". English 24 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 7. Choose "Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want.". 8. Click "Have disk" and then click "Browse...". 9. Insert "BenQ LCD Monitor's CD" into your CD-ROM and type d:\ (change the driver letter to match your CD-ROM driver if it is not drive D). Enter "Drivers" folder to select the model from the list left. Click "OK". English 25 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 10. Click "OK" on the "Install From Disk" window. The dialogue box "Update Device Driver Wizard" appears. Choose the model from the list, then click "Next". English 26 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide 11. Click "Next". 12. Click "Finish" to complete the installation. English 27 BenQ LCD Color Monitor User's Guide B. Choosing the best resolution Due to the technology of an LC display, it always provides a fixed resolution. For the FP567s this is a resolution of ...