Abbreviations & Acronyms Analog to Digital Converter Automatic Frequency Control: control signal used to tune to the correct frequency BenQ BenQ Corporation BTSC Broadcast Television System Committee Central Process Unit CVBS Composite Video Blanking and Synchronization Digital Light Processing / Texas Instruments®...
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Not Connected Non Volatile Memory: IC containing TV related data (for example, options) On Screen Display Personal Computer Printed Circuit Board (or PWB) Remote Control transmitter Red, Green and Blue. The primary color signals for TV. By mixing levels of R, G and B, all colors (Y/C) are Read Only Memory Data signal on I...
Service Manual that provide repair engineer various choice. 1.1 Important Only trained service personnel who are familiar with this BenQ Product shall perform service or maintenance to it. Before performing any maintenance or service, the engineer MUST read the “Important Safety Information”.
2. Introduction This section contains general service information, please read through carefully. It should be stored for easy access place. 2.1 RoHS (2002/95/EC) Requirements – Applied to all countries require RoHS. The RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substance in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive) is a legal requirement by EU (European Union) for the global electronics industry which sold in EU and some counties also require this requirement.
BenQ service center for assistance. 6. To avoid possible electric shock, do not dissemble or repair the monitor. 7. If a bad smell or an abnormal sound appears to come from the monitor, contact your nearest BenQ service center for assistance immediately.
3. General Description This new LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor BenQ BL2423PT offers numerous features and functions, for example: Panel Type: IPS+LED Minimal space requirements thanks to slim casing Optimum ergonomic characteristics (totally distortion-free, excellent picture definition and color purity right into the corners) ...
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Speakers (built-in) 1W x 2 Volume Adjustment 0~100 Mute On/ Off PC Video Input HDMI Input AV Video Input Audio Line In Headphone Jack USB2.0 Yes (2*downstream(Rear), 1*upstream) D-Sub (VGA) Display Port Yes (DisplayPort1.2*1) Voltage Rating 90~264 AC Build in Power-On Mode Standby Mode <0.5W...
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Mac Compatible SRGB Pro Component color Space select HDMI Color Range Select Gamma Select 5 step (1.8~2.6) Auto Pivot Display Mode Full/ Aspect Ratio/ 1:1 Overscan Light Sensor (Eye Protect) Proximity Sensor (ECO sensor) DC 調光 Smart Scaling Smart Reminder AC Switch On-line Gamma calibration Dynamic Power Saving...
5.1.1 Certification Apply Apply by Sample Type Region Country Certification Level Document Type Vendor Request BenQ Canada EPEAT Gold Certificate Canada EPEAT Gold Reports USA & cTUVus Certificate Canada USA & FCC and IC Canada USA & FCC and IC...
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Certificate International CB Scheme Reports International International Energy Star Certificate International International Energy Star Reports RoHS & International International BenQ GP Evidence Guideline International International Certificate BenQ Document provide Standard Information & Assign Lab Quotation Remark Target Date Actual Date...
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IEEE 1680.1 IEEE 1680.1 UL60950-1& CSA For both US and C22.2 No. 60950-1-07 Canada use. FCC part 15B; ICES-003 FCC part 15B; ICES-003 製造商: 明基電 GB4943, GB9254, 通有限公司 GB17625.1 製造商: 明基電 GB4943, GB9254, 通有限公司 GB17625.1 製造商: 明基電 GB4943, GB9254, 通有限公司 GB17625.1 CQC31-452629, GB 21520...
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2005/32/EC, 2009/125/EC, EC No 1275-2008 and its implementation measurements. EC No. 1907/2006 & SVHC lists, No. 552/2009 2002/96/EC and its amendments ISO9241-307; prEN 50279; EK1-ITB 2000 EN60950-1; EK1-ITB 2000; ZEK 01.2-08/12.8 CISPR22; CISPR24; IEC60950-1 IEC60950-1 Ministry of Knowledge Economy Notification No.
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KN22, KN24, K00022 (CISPR22), K00024 (CISPR24) KN22, KN24, K00022 (CISPR22), K00024 (CISPR24) Includes JP IEC 60950-1 deviation Includes JP IEC 60950-1 deviation ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Displays ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Displays 2011/65/EU & SUP-QM-07-02 TCO Certified Displays...
Level 1 Cosmetic / Appearance / Alignment Service Visual Inspection & 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. ...
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2.Connection 3.Install USB driver. 3.1. When insert the USB cable to PC USB port, will pop up a Hardware Wizard to help you install the USB driver if you use this ISP board first time. You can install it successfully as the below instruction step by step. Remark: The USB driver files path: D:\FTC100103(Mstar)\FTCUSB.INF...
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After installation the USB serial port driver, please check the port. Look the properties of “my Computer” 4. Install RTD tool. 4.1. double- clicks the icon to run it. Note: Must to install driver firstly...
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4.2. Choose the FTDIUSB communication way. 4.3 Click “ISP” and “ISP Option” to set the parameter.
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4.4 Close the “ISP Option” window and click the “BigBin” to load the correct F/W. 4.5 Click to start programming.
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4.6 After about 20 minutes, there will pop up message as below figure which promotes the upgrade successful. 5. Check the FW version after upgrade. 5.1. The way to open factory menu. (1)Connect signal source and power cable to monitor and DC off it. (2) Press “menu”...
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Menu key Check this F/W version. (3) If the version is right, please do factory reset in user menu as below, or re-upgrade F/W as the above steps. The reset will turn off burn in mode.
5.3. The way to open BenQ factory menu (1)Connect signal source and power cable to monitor and DC off it. (2) Press “source” key, “return” key and “power on” key synchronously as below figure. When the screen lights, release the three buttons and then press “return” key to open below factory menu.
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Upgrade by 715GT089-B Materials list VGA cable USB cable TPV P/N: 089G728 GAA DB TPV P/N: 089G1758 X MSTAR driver ISP JIG: 715GT089-B Monitor USB port driver ISP tool EDID...
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Restart PC after installation. 4. Prepare the EDID written. 4.1. Change the EDID files name as below rule. VGA EDID WA.dat DP EDID WP.dat DVI EDID WD.dat 4.2. Copy these files to one folder named as BENQ BL2423PT which must contains “config.ini” file.
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4.3. Copy BENQ BL2423PT to DDC folder and put DDC and ISP tool together. 5. Run the ISP tool 5.1. Double-click the icon to open the tool.
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5.4 Tick the “Only connect VGA” and “Debug Imformayion”. 5.5 type in the date and the 13 digit S/N.
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5.6. Start to writing. Click “write EDID” to start writing. When The green “PASS” appear, the process is finished. 6. Troubleshooting. 6.1. Can’t write! (1) AC on the monitor and turn on it.(Restart the monitor) (2)Take apart the monitor and connect the 7pin of EEPROM to GND to diable write protection then write EDID one by one.
Adjustment / Alignment Procedure The Control Panel...
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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.
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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.
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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, their settings and related items will not appear on the menu.
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Picture advanced 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.
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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.
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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.
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Ergonomics 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.
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Eco 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.
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FS: Fail Save Mode (show “out of range”, but still can see picture) O: Out of Range (only show “out of range”, without picture) Resolution Pixel clock H-sync V-sync 1920x1080 BenQ Preferred VA Panel Mode Number (Piexl clock : 83M) Resolution (unit:MHz) (unit:KHz)
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DP HPD: To disable the hot plug pin detection.(DP port default: Off) DVI HPD: To disable the hot plug pin detection.(DVI port default: Off) 8. Add BenQ logo on/off item, the default is “on” 9. Add the auto power on item, the default is “on”...
Level 2 Circuit Board and Standard Parts Replacement Product Exploded View Note: The parts information listed below are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice. Please go http://cs.tpv.com.cn/hello1.asp for the latest information. Item Description Unit BEZEL PANEL INSULATING SHEET ADAPTER BOARD NA stand-base ass'y...
Product Disassembly/Assembly Disassembly 1) Remove the stand-base assy Place the monitor on a smooth surface. Be careful to avoid scratch and injury during the process of uninstall. Remove the screws and then rotate the base as below picture to remove the base. Open Remove the stand.
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Remove the rear cover Unscrew the screws from the rear cover. Pull apart bezel & rear cover. Note: Be careful, the BEZEL CLIP is easy to break.
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Note: The positions of the clips on the rear cover are as follow. There are some small gaps between CLIPS. It’s suggested to separate bezel and rear cover from the gaps. Example: You can separate the bezel and rear cover from here. Remove the main frame from the panel.
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Turn over the mainframe to remove the tapes, LVDS cable and the connector. Remove the AC cover from the mainframe. Remove the boards from the main frame Remove the mylar from the mainframe.
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And then remove screws in red, pull out the wire to remove the main board and power board. The main board The power board Turn over the power board and main board; remove the cables.
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Remove the speaker Pull at the foot of the speaker strongly as follow picture. Remove the panel Note:Be course the panel is easy to broken, when we remove the panel, we should hold the iron on the panel edge use two hands at the same time, and should avoid touching the panel surface.
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Unscrew the screws and remove the cover to remove the key board and daughter board from bezel.
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Assembly 1) Assemble the speaker on the main frame Put at the foot of the speaker strongly. The wire of the speaker will be traversed from the middle hole as follow picture. The wire will connect main board and speaker. 2) Assemble the wires Assemble the wire (the power board to main board), the wire (speaker to main board) and LVDS cables (the Wire from main board will connect to panel).
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3) Assemble the main board and power board on the main frame. Connect main board and power board; Lock the main board and power board on the mainframe. The main board The power board 4) Assemble the AC-COVER.
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6) Assemble the main frame. Connect the LVDS cable, key board cable and past the tapes. Turn over the mainframe; connect the cables; Stick the black rubberized fabric and aluminum foil and Stick the black rubberized fabric and aluminum foil..
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7) Assemble the stand. Lock the screws on the rear cover. 8) Assemble the stand. Push the stand to the rear cover.
Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions (FAQ) The image is blurred: Read the instructions on the link "Adjusting the Screen Resolution" on the CD, and then select the correct resolution, refresh rate and make adjustments based on these instructions. How do you use a VGA extension cable? Remove the extension cable for the test.
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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. Need more help? If your problems remain after checking this manual, please contact your place of purchase or e-mail us at: Support@BenQ.com...
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No Power No power Check power cable is Re-plug the power cable tightened? Check Power “On/Off” Turn on the Power “On/Off” switch is “On”? Check the LED Check the AC power indicates is OK? Replace the power board Replace main board and check connections Replace key board and check connections...
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No Video (Power LED White) No Video (Power LED White) Press the power Replace the main board button is OK? Replace the power The end board Replace the main The end board and connection Replace the LVDS/FFC Check the LVDS/FFC cable or panel cable or panel Replace the key board...
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DIM (image overlap, focus or flicker) Reset in factory mode The end Set to the optimal The end frequency, select the recommended frequency Readjust the phase and pixel The end clock in the user mode Pull out signal cable and Check the signal cable check “Self Test Feature Check”...
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Color is not optimal Color is not optimal Color shift Miss color Reset the factory mode Replace the signal cable In the user mode, set the” color settings” until customer satisfy The end Pull out the signal cable and check the screen color display is normal? Replace the signal cable or PC Replace the main board...
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