LCD Monitor User Manual DesignVue Designer Monitor | PD Series
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Useful tools to enhance efficiency Can I control two computers with one set of keyboard and mouse? Working with two or more video sources with one set of keyboard and mouse (KVM Switch) 37 How to split screen my monitor to show images from two sources at the same time? Displaying two sources at the same time (PIP/PBP) 41 How to preview an image of different color settings simultaneously? Working with two color settings on the same image (DualView) 42 Maintenance and product support How to clean the mo
Safety precautions Power safety Please follow these safety instructions for best performance, and long life for your monitor. 0-40°C 10-90% 0-3000m -20-60°C 10-60% 0-12000m • 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.
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. • 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.
Typographics Icon / Symbol Item Meaning Warning Information mainly to prevent the damage to components, data, or personal injury caused by misuse and improper operation or behavior. Tip Useful information for completing a task. Note Supplementary information. In this document, the steps needed to reach a menu may be shown in condensed form, for example: Menu > System > Information.
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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.
Power Cord (Supplied item may differ by model or region.) Video Cable: DP to mini DP (Varies by region) Video Cable: DP to DP (Varies by region) Video Cable: HDMI Video Cable: USB-C™ The length of USB-C™ cable should be less than 1 meter to make the connection easy. USB Cable Hotkey Puck G2 • 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.
Getting to know your monitor Front view 1. Speakers 2. Power LED indicator 1 1 2 Back view 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 3. USB-C™ port (for data transfer only) 4. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (downstream; connecting to the USB devices) 5. Headphone jack 6. Power button 7. Control keys 8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (downstream; connecting to the USB devices) 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (upstream; connecting to the PC) 10. Hotkey Puck G2 socket 11. HDMI socket 12. DisplayPort socket 13.
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 19 - 20.
Power delivery of USB-C™ ports on your monitor With the power delivery function, your monitor helps supply power to the connected USB-C™ devices. Available power varies by port. Make sure the devices are connected to the appropriate ports to be activated properly with sufficient power. PD2705U / PD2705UE USB-C™ 65W (on the rear of the monitor) USB-C™ (on the left side of the monitor) 5V / 3A 5V / 1.5A 9V / 3A N/A 12V / 3A N/A 15V / 3A N/A 20V / 3.
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. • 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.
Attach the monitor stand to the monitor base as illustrated. Raise the thumbscrew lid and tighten the thumbscrew as illustrated. Then push the lid back. 1 2 (PD2705U only) Unfold the front side of the box as illustrated to leave some room for stand installation.
Orient and align the stand arm with the monitor, then push them together until they click and lock into place. Gently attempt to pull them back apart to check that they have properly engaged. 2 1 Carefully lift the monitor, turn it over and place it upright on its stand on a flat even surface. You might want to adjust the monitor stand height. See Adjusting the monitor height on page 25 for more information.
2. Connect the PC video cable. The video cables included in your package and the socket illustrations in this document may vary depending on the product supplied for your region. 1. Establish a video cable connection. • Connect the plug of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the monitor. • Connect the plug of the DP cable to the monitor video socket. • Connect the plug of the supplied USB-C™ cable to the USB-C™ port on the monitor. or or 2.
4. Connect the USB devices. 1. Connect the USB cable between the PC and the monitor (via the upstream USB port). This upstream USB port transmits data between the PC and the USB devices connected to the monitor. Note that this step is not required if the video source is from the USB-C™ inputs. 2. Connect USB devices via other USB ports (downstream) on the monitor. These downstream USB ports transmit data between the connected USB devices and the upstream port. 3.
6. Connect the power cable to the monitor. 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. 7. Install the back cover. Gently lift the display up and extend it to the maximum extended position. Then tilt the monitor to install/remove the I/O cover easily.
Turn on the monitor by pressing the power button on the monitor. Turn on the computer, too. Available input icons vary by model. To extend the service life of the product, we recommend that you use your computer's power management function.
How to detach the stand 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. 2. Remove the back cover. Gently lift the display up and extend it to the maximum extended position. Then tilt the monitor to install/remove the I/O cover easily. Remove the back cover from its bottom as illustrated. Unplug all cables carefully.
4. Remove the monitor base. Release the thumbscrew on the bottom of the monitor base. 1 2 And then detach the base from the stand.
Adjusting the monitor height To adjust the monitor height, hold both the left and the right sides of the monitor to lower the monitor or lift it up to the desired height. • Avoid placing hands on the upper or lower part of the height-adjustable stand or at the bottom of the monitor, as ascending or descending monitor might cause personal injuries. Keep children out of reach of the monitor while performing this operation.
Rotating the monitor 1. Pivot the display. Before rotating the monitor with a portrait viewing orientation, the display has to be rotated 90 degrees. Right-click the desktop and select Screen resolution from the popup menu. Select Portrait in Orientation, and apply the setting. Depending on the operating system on your PC, different procedures should be followed to adjust the screen orientation. Refer to the help document of your operating system for details. 2. Fully extend the monitor and tilt it.
To avoid the edge of the LCD display hitting the monitor base surface while it is being rotated, do tilt and extend the monitor to the highest position before you start to rotate the display. You should also make sure there are no obstacles around the monitor and there is enough room for cables. 4. Adjust the monitor to the desired viewing angle. Viewing angle adjustment You may position the screen to the desired angle with the monitor tilt, swivel, and height adjustment functions.
Using the monitor wall mounting kit (purchased separately) The back of your LCD monitor has a VESA standard mount with 100mm pattern, allowing the installation of a wall mount bracket. Before starting to install a monitor wall mounting kit, please read the precautions carefully. Precautions • Install your monitor and monitor mounting kit on a wall with flat surface.
How to adjust your monitor The control panel 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 No. Name 3 Description 1. Power key Turns the power on or off. 2. 5-way controller Accesses the functions or menu items as instructed by the on-screen icons. See 5-way controller and basic menu operations on page 30 for more information. 3.
5-way controller and basic menu operations The 5-way controller is located at the rear of the monitor. While sitting in front of the monitor, move the controller to the directions instructed by the on-screen icons for menu navigation and operations. Up Left Right Down 5-way controller operation OSD icon Function (When no menu has been activated) N/A Press the 5-way controller • (Without video cable connection) Activates the video source selection menu.
OSD icon 5-way controller operation Function Move down • Goes to the next menu item. • For down / decrease adjustment. Move to the left • Returns to the previous menu. • Exits OSD menu. 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. Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. 1 2 4 3 1. Press the 5-way controller. 2. The hot key menu is displayed.
Working with the hot keys The custom keys (located next to the 5-way controller) perform as hot keys to provide direct access to pre-defined functions. You can change the default setting and designate different functions for these keys. Accessing the hot key functions 1. Press any of the custom keys on the rear of the monitor. 2. Press the key with the desired function repeatedly to cycle through available options on the list.
6. Under the category, check to select up to 3 items for quick access by this key. Mode: Adobe RGB 2 KVM Switch: OFF Display Custom Key 1 Color Mode sRGB Color Custom Key 2 Input Rec. 709 KVM Switch Controller Key 1, 2, 3 DualView M-book Audio Rotation Key KVM Switch CAD / CAM Custom Key Controller Key Dial Mute Animation System Low Blue Light Darkroom DICOM Back Move Edit Please check 2 or 3 items • OSD = On Screen Display.
Hotkey Puck G2 and its basic operations Apart from the control keys, Hotkey Puck G2 also provides a quick way to control and access the OSD menu. • You need to connect the Hotkey Puck G2 to your monitor prior to use. Follow the instructions in Connect the Hotkey Puck G2 to the monitor. on page 20. • Hotkey Puck G2 is designed for BenQ LCD Monitor exclusively and is available for compatible models only. Do not connect it to other devices with mini USB ports. 1 2 6 3 5 4 No.
No. Name Description 4 Controller Key 2 • Press to switch to sRGB (Color Mode). • Press and hold for 3 seconds to bring up the setup menu to change the default setting. Alternatively, see Customizing the Controller Keys on Hotkey Puck G2 on page 35. 5 Controller Key 3 • Press to switch to Low Blue Light (Color Mode). • Press and hold for 3 seconds to bring up the setup menu to change the default setting. Alternatively, see Customizing the Controller Keys on Hotkey Puck G2 on page 35.
Adjusting Display Mode To display images of aspect ratios other than your monitor aspect ratio and sizes other than your display size, you can adjust the display mode on the monitor. 1. Press the 5-way controller to bring up the hotkey menu, and select (Menu) to access the main menu. 2. Go to Display > Display Mode. 3. Select an appropriate display mode. The setting will take effect immediately.
Working with two or more video sources with one set of keyboard and mouse (KVM Switch) If you have two or more computer systems, you might find yourself busy going back and forth between several sets of keyboard and mouse to control each display separately. Now with the KVM feature and sufficient I/O ports on one monitor, you can work with one set of keyboard and mouse only. With appropriate connections, the display is switched to the available input while the keyboard and mouse control is switched as well.
3. After two or more sets of connections are made properly, the KVM Switch function is enabled automatically. You can find out the status from the OSD menus. On the main menu, the KVM status is displayed. On the Input hotkey menu, a KVM icon is displayed. KVM Switch: ON DisplayPort B-C B1 DisplayPort HDMI B2 HDMI None Input KVM USB-C If KVM is not working please check: 1. Cables are connected to both PC and monitor 2.
Switch by the rotation key on Hotkey Puck Gen 2 The rotation key is set to KVM Switch by default. Press the key repeatedly to cycle through available options. KVM Switch USB-C USB 1 DisplayPort USB 2 HDMI Switch from the Controller Keys on Hotkey Puck Gen 2 Customize Controller Key 1, 2, 3 to KVM Switch as instructed in Customizing the Controller Keys on Hotkey Puck G2 on page 35. If the KVM connections are properly established, you can press a Control Key to switch to a desired KVM source.
Switch from the KVM Switch menu Go to KVM Switch to manually select a source. Mode: Adobe RGB KVM Switch: ON Display USB-C Color USB 1 DisplayPort HDMI KVM Switch USB 2 HDMI None DisplayPort If it can't use KVM, please check 2 1. Input Source is connected 2. Select the correct physical input source Audio for USB Custom Key System Back Move Confirm Scenario A: Working with two computers and one monitor USB-C in control Switched to be DP in control or (USB-C) (DP + USB 1 Upstream) 1.
4. Press the rotation key on Hotkey Puck Gen 2 (as the hot key for KVM Switch by default) to switch. Scenario C: Working with two computers and two monitors USB-C in control Switched to be DP in control (USB 1 upstream) or (USB-C) (DP) (The KVM Switch hot key) 1. Establish cable connection as instructed in Establishing KVM connections on page 37. 2. Go to System > Power Awake and make sure it is set to ON. 3.
1. Make sure a FHD/4K HDR player is ready. Players with the following names and resolutions are supported. Note that the 4K content on a FHD monitor get resized and is displayed at 1920 x 1080. Commonly used names for FHD/4K (may vary by manufacturer) FHD, 4K, 4K Ultra HD, UHD, UHD 4K, Ultra HD, 2160p Commonly used names for HDR10 (may vary by manufacturer) HDR Premium, High Dynamic Range, HDR, Ultra HD Premium 2. Make sure HDR content is available. 3.
3. A list of available color modes for the right window is displayed. Select one to apply the setting. Picture with the setting from Color > Color Mode. Picture with the setting from Color > DualView.
Navigating the main menu You can use the OSD (On Screen Display) menu to adjust all the settings on your monitor. Press the 5-way controller to bring up the hot key menu, and press (Menu) to access the main menu. See 5-way controller and basic menu operations on page 30 for details. Available menu options may vary depending on the input sources, functions and settings. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out.
Display 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 settings and related items will not appear on the menu.
Item PIP Function Range Sets the PIP mode. Pictures from two independent video sources are displayed on the screen at the same time. The audio input is from the main source if the PIP mode is activated. Not available when HDR function is enabled. PBP Main Determines the main video source. Sub Determines the second video source for PIP mode. PIP Size Determines the size of the inset window in the PIP mode.
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 settings and related items will not appear on the menu.
Item Function Range CAD / CAM Enhances the contrast if a CAD / CAM software is used. Animation Enhances the contrast of the dark shades so you could work on the details easily when making an animation. Low Blue Light Decreases the blue light emitted from the display to reduce the risk of blue light exposure to your eyes. The value for each Low Blue Light mode indicates how much blue light is decreased compared with the Standard mode. Multimedia For viewing multimedia files.
Item DualView Function Range Displays the preview of screen images under the selected modes. Once enabled, the screen will be divided into two windows; the left window demonstrates the image under the mode selected from Color Mode, while the right window presents the image under the mode specified here. Not available when HDR function is enabled. • OFF • sRGB • Rec.
Item Function Color Gamut sRGB Suitable for sRGB compatible peripherals. Rec. 709 For better color matching representation with Standard Rec. 709. Native For better color matching representation with the native color gamut. Range Hue Adjusts the degree of how we perceive colors. • R (0~100) • G (0~100) • B (0~100) • C (0~100) • M (0~100) • Y (0~100) Saturation Adjusts the purity degree of colors.
Settings Color Mode Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Temperature Color Gamut Gamma Hue Saturation sRGB V N/A V N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Rec.
KVM Switch 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 settings and related items will not appear on the menu.
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 settings and related items will not appear on the menu. Mode: Adobe RGB 2 KVM Switch: ON Display Volume Color Mute 30 KVM Switch Audio Custom Key System Back Move 1. Select 2. Use 3. Select 4.
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, their settings and related items will not appear on the menu. Mode: Adobe RGB 2 KVM Switch: ON Display Custom Key 1 Color Mode sRGB Color Custom Key 2 Input Rec.
Item Function Range Controller Key 1, 2, 3 Sets the function to be accessed by controller key 1 / 2 / 3 on Hotkey Puck G2. See Hotkey Puck G2 and its basic operations on page 34 for the location of the keys. Select a category first, and choose up to 3 options to be accessed by these keys. The numbers displayed next to the selected items are the controller keys that the options are designated to.
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 settings and related items will not appear on the menu. Mode: Adobe RGB 2 KVM Switch: ON Display OSD Settings Language 5 Sec. Color USB-C Configuration Display Time 10 Sec.
Item Function OSD Settings Language Range Sets the OSD menu language. • English • Français The language options displayed on your OSD may • Deutsch differ from those shown on the right, depending • Italiano on the product supplied in your region. • Español • Polski • Česky • Magyar • Română • Nederlands • Русский • Svenska • Português • • 日本語 •한국어 • 繁體中文 • 简体中文 Display Time Adjusts the display time of the OSD menu. • 5 sec. • 10 sec. • 15 sec. • 20 sec. • 25 sec. • 30 sec.
Item Function Range Power Awake By default, this function is disabled, and the USB ports are not • ON supplied with power while the monitor is in standby mode. • OFF To keep supplying power to the USB ports in monitor’s standby mode, change the setting to ON. Advanced DDC/CI Allows the monitor settings to be set through • ON the software on the PC. • OFF DDC/CI, short for Display Data Channel/Command Interface, which was developed by Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA).
Item Burn-in Cleaner Function Range Screen burn-in or image retention may be found on the • YES screen if a still image is displayed for an extended period of • NO time. Enable this function to help reduce the visible fixed lines or shades on the screen by showing several default patterns. Once enabled, to disable this function, press any of the control keys. Screen burn-in occurs due to panel limitation and should not be considered as a manufacturing defect.
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. Does the blurring only occur at resolutions lower than the native (maximum) resolution? Download Resolution file from the website (see Product support on page 3). Refer to "Adjusting the Screen Resolution".
The image is displaced in one direction. 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. Faint shadow from the static image displayed is visible on the screen. • Activate the power management function to let your computer and monitor go into a low power "sleep" mode when not actively in use.
Audio No sound can be heard from the connected external speakers. • Remove your headphone (if the headphone is connected to the monitor). • Check whether the headphone jack is properly connected. • If the external speakers are USB-powered, check whether the USB connection is OK. • Increase the volume (volume may be muted or too low) on the external speakers. KVM Switch No response after switching to a KVM source. Check the cable connections and menu settings in the following order.
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