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- BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 1
LCD Monitor User Manual Entertainment Monitor | EW Series - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 2
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 - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 3
vary by model. 1. Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet. 2. Visit the local website from Support.BenQ.com. The website layout and content may vary by region/country. • User manual and related document • Drivers and applications • (EU only) Dismantled information: Available on the user - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 4
be used. • Use only the power cord provided by BenQ. Never use a power cord that appears to be damaged TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. For models with adapter: • Use only not attempt to service the power adapter. There are no service parts inside. Replace the unit - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 5
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 Support.BenQ.com for more support. Caution • The monitor should be 50 ~ 70 cm (20 ~ 28 inches) away from - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 6
Typographics Icon / Symbol Item Warning Tip Meaning Information mainly to prevent the damage to components, data, or personal injury caused by misuse and improper operation or behavior. Useful information for completing a task. Note Supplementary information. In this document, the steps needed - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 7
...2 Product support ...3 Getting started ...9 Getting to know your monitor 11 Front view ...11 Back view...11 Connections ...12 How to assemble your monitor hardware 13 How to detach the stand and the base 17 Using the monitor wall mounting kit 18 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 19 - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 8
System menu ...43 Troubleshooting ...46 Frequently asked questions (FAQ) ...46 Need more help?...48 9/15/20 EW80-EM-V0 8 - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 9
the following items. If any are missing or damaged, please contact the place of purchase for a replacement. BenQ LCD Monitor Monitor Stand Monitor Base Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Regulatory Statements Power Cord (Picture may differ from product supplied for your region.) Quick Start - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 10
Power Adapter Video Cable: HDMI 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 - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 11
Getting to know your monitor Front view 1. Light sensor / proximity sensor 2. Control buttons 3. Power button and indicator 4. HDRi hot key 1 Back view 2 34 5. Speakers 6. DC power input jack 7. HDMI socket x 3 8. Headphone jack 9. Kensington lock slot 5 67 8 5 9 • Above diagram may vary - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 12
Connections 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. Headphone / Speakers PC / Notebook 12 Getting to know your monitor - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 13
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 following illustrations are for your reference only. Available input and output jacks may vary depending on the purchased model. • Avoid finger - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 14
Orient and align the stand arm with the monitor, then push them together until they click and lock into place. Tighten the screw(s) that fixes the stand to the monitor. To secure or release a screw, a flat-head screwdriver or a coin is required. Depending on the monitor size, there may be more than - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 15
2. Connect the PC video cable. Connect the plug of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the monitor. Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI port of a digital output device. or or 3. Connect the audio cable. You may connect headphones to the headphone jack found on the back side of the - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 16
by pressing the power button on the monitor. Turn on the computer too, and follow the instructions in Getting the most from your BenQ monitor on page 19 to install the monitor software. To extend the service life of the product, we recommend that you use your computer's power management function. 16 - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 17
How to detach the stand and the base 1. Prepare the monitor and area. Turn off the monitor and the power before unplugging the power cable. Turn off the computer before unplugging the monitor signal cable. Protect the monitor and screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 18
to support the instruction manuals of the wall mount bracket you purchased to complete the installation. Use four M4 x 10 mm screws to fix a VESA standard wall mount bracket to the monitor. Make sure that all screws are tightened and secured properly. Consult a professional technician or BenQ service - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 19
its Found New Hardware wizard. Follow the wizard instructions. Further details and step-by-step instructions for either an automatic (new) or upgrade driver files from the Internet 1. Download the correct driver files from Support.BenQ.com. 2. On your computer, have your driver files extracted into - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 20
How to install the monitor on a new computer This instruction details the procedure for selecting and installing the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software on a new computer which has never had a monitor driver installed before. This instruction is only suitable for a computer which has never been used - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 21
instruction details the procedure for manually updating the existing monitor driver software on your Microsoft Windows computer. It is currently tested as compatible for Windows 10, Windows 8 (8.1), and Windows 7 Operating System (OS). The BenQ automate the task and guide you through the file selection - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 22
Software window, select the option Browse my computer for driver software. 7. Click Browse and locate the driver files downloaded from the Internet as instructed in Downloading the LCD Monitor driver files from the Internet on page 19. 8. Click Close. You may be prompted to restart your computer - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 23
Software window, select the option Browse my computer for driver software. 7. Click Browse and locate the driver files downloaded from the Internet as instructed in Downloading the LCD Monitor driver files from the Internet on page 19. 8. Click Close. You may be prompted to restart your computer - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 24
Software window, select the option Browse my computer for driver software. 7. Click Browse and locate the driver files downloaded from the Internet as instructed in Downloading the LCD Monitor driver files from the Internet on page 19. 8. Click Close. You may be prompted to restart your computer - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 25
HDR options. Press repeatedly to cycle through these options. See the following for more information. • Working with the HDRi hot key on page 27 • Adjusting screen brightness automatically (Bright Intelligence Plus) on page 28 • Working with HDR technology on page 28 How to adjust your monitor 25 - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 26
Basic menu operation All OSD (On Screen Display) menus can be accessed by the control keys. You can use the OSD menu to adjust all the settings on your monitor. 1 2 4 3 1. Press any of the control keys. 2. The hot key menu is displayed. Some of the controls are custom keys and are designated - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 27
Up/Increase adjustment. • Switches to a list of Input options by default. To change the default settings, see Customizing the hot keys on page 27. • For Down/Decrease adjustment. / • Switches to a list of Color Mode options by default. To change the default settings, see Customizing the hot keys - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 28
from Eye Care > B.I.+ (Bright Intelligence Plus) > Sensor Sensitivity if needed. See page 40 for more information. Working with HDR technology • Your monitor supports HDR10 technology. • The information regarding HDR-compatible devices and content in this document is most up-to-date at the time of - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 29
4K Ultra HD, UHD, UHD 4K, Ultra HD, 2160p Supported resolution or modes 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Commonly used USB-C™ inputs) Enabling HDR function If the instructions in Working with HDR technology on page 28 chosen for non-HDR content. You can manually enable HDR-emulated mode by selecting Cinema - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 30
Adjusting volume quickly To adjust the volume quickly, press the volume hot key. And then press the corresponding control keys as indicated by OSD icons for adjustment. 9ROXPH Choosing an audio scenario Several audio equalizers are provided for audio playback in different scenarios. 1. Go to - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 31
FreeSync will eliminate screen tearing, stuttering, and juddering during gaming. 1. Use a compatible graphics processing units (GPU) with the forthcoming driver. Confirm supported technologies please visit www.AMD.com. 2. Ensure to connect with HDMI. See Connect the PC video cable. on page 15 for - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 32
Navigating the main menu You can use the OSD (On Screen Display) menu to adjust all the settings on your monitor. Press any of the control keys to bring up the hot key menu, and press the main menu. See Basic menu operation on page 26 for details. (Menu) to access Available menu options may vary - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 33
Input menu Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out. And keys that are not available will be disabled and the corresponding OSD icons will disappear. For models without certain functions, their - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 34
Picture menu Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out. And keys that are not available will be disabled and the corresponding OSD icons will disappear. For models without certain functions, - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 35
Item Display Mode Function This feature is provided to allow aspect ratios other than 16:9 to be displayed without geometric distortion. Range The options under Display Mode will be different depending on the input signal sources. Overscan Depending on your selection of Color Mode, different - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 36
Color menu Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out. And keys that are not available will be disabled and the corresponding OSD icons will disappear. For models without certain functions, their - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 37
Item Function Range Color Weakness Adjusts color matching representation for people with color vision deficiency to distinguish colors easily. You are provided with Red Filter and Green Filter on this monitor. Go to Eye Care > Color Weakness and choose one as needed. See Color Weakness on page - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 38
Item Function Range Hue Adjusts the degree of how we perceive colors. 0~100 Saturation Adjusts the purity degree of colors. 0~100 Reset Color Resets the custom color settings to the factory defaults. AMA Improves the gray level response time of the LCD panel. • YES • NO • OFF • High • - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 39
Audio menu Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out. And keys that are not available will be disabled and the corresponding OSD icons will disappear. For models without certain functions, their - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 40
Eye Care menu Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out. And keys that are not available will be disabled and the corresponding OSD icons will disappear. For models without certain functions, - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 41
Item Function Range Adjust by Duration The color temperature of the monitor changes as the usage • ON time increases to reduce possible eye strain. • OFF Eye Reminder Allows the built-in proximity sensor to detect your presence • OFF within the range of approximately 90 cm. If the sensor • - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 42
Custom Key menu Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out. And keys that are not available will be disabled and the corresponding OSD icons will disappear. For models without certain functions, - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 43
System menu Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out. And keys that are not available will be disabled and the corresponding OSD icons will disappear. For models without certain functions, their - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 44
Item OSD Settings Language Display Time OSD Lock Function Range Sets the OSD menu language. The language options displayed on your OSD may differ from those shown on the right, depending on the product supplied in your region. • English • Français • Deutsch • Italiano • Español • Polski • Česky - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 45
Item Function Auto Power Sets the time to power off the monitor automatically in Off power saving mode. LED Indicator Switches the power key's LED indicator on or off. Resolution Notice Sets whether to display the resolution notice of the recommended resolution when a new input source is - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 46
Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Imaging The image is blurred. Download Resolution file from the website (see Product support on page 3). Refer to "Adjusting the Screen Resolution". And then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on these instructions. - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 47
the website (see Product support on page 3). Refer to "Adjusting the Screen Resolution". And then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on these instructions. • If the are connected to the monitor, the built-in speakers are automatically muted.) Troubleshooting 47 - BenQ EW2480 | User Manual - Page 48
28 to check if a supported player, content, and the certified cable are used. Need more help? If your problems remain after checking this manual, please contact your place of purchase or visit the local website from Support.BenQ.com for more support and local customer service. 48 Troubleshooting
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