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Table of Contents Introduction...1 Functions and Features ... 1 Important Safety Instructions...2 Important Information ... 6 Safety Tips ... 6 WARNING... 6 CAUTION... 7 Package Contents...9 Setting up Your Television...10 Connecting the Power Cord ... 10 Connecting the Antenna (For NTSC Systems)... 10 Connecting CATV...10 Antenna...11 Installation of an Outdoor Antenna...11...
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Adjusting User Situation Modes ... 24 Freeze... 24 Adjusting Aspect Ratio ... 25 Using the PIP/PBP Function... 25 Selecting PIP AUDIO ... 26 Setting Favorite Channels... 26 Selecting TV or CATV ... 27 Adding/Deleting Channels ... 27 Using the Sleep Timer ... 28 Adjusting Backlight ...
BenQ television is extremely easy to op erate, and has exceptionally high image quality. The DV2680/DV3070 is also extremely versatile. You can install your television on the wall or set it on a table, and it can be used under any type of illumination.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZ ARD. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. Proper care will also prolong the service life of your BenQ LCD TV. Just follow these simple instructions before using your TV.
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EMC. When connecting other products such as VCRs and personal computers, you should turn off the power of the unit for protection against electric shock. If the AC adapter is misplaced or needs to be replaced, obtain the same type of adapter from a BenQ service center or your dealer.
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16. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles on other equipment as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 17. Entering of objects and liquids Never poke an object into the product through vents or openings.
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23. Panel protection The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the TV is dropped or hit by other objects. Beware of injuries in the event of the LCD glass screen breaking. 24.
Important Information WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK , DONOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
• If water spills onto the TV or foreign objects get inside it, a short-circuit may occur which could result in fire or electric shock. If any foreign objects get inside the TV, please consult an Authorized Dealer. Do not cover the ventilation holes. •...
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• Do not open the unit for any reason. Doing so will void the warranty! • Unplug the unit if it will not be used for an extended period of time • Avoid placing the unit near sources of heat •...
Package Contents Please ensure that the following items are included with your DV2680/DV3070 Liquid Crystal Display TV. If any item is missing or damaged, contact an authorized dealer immediately. DV2680/DV3070 LCD TV (x1) User's manual (x1) Composite video cable (x1)
Connecting the Antenna (For NTSC Systems) Connecting CATV Your BenQ television has an in ternal 75 ohm coaxial cable connector, so antennal hook-up is very easy.When connecting a 75-ohm coaxial cable to your BenQ television, secure it firmly to the ANT connector. Some cable television companies provide "pay per view" programming.
Antenna The antenna equipment has far more effect on reception for color televisions than on black and white models. We suggest you use a good-quality outdoor antenna. Following are simple explanations for the connection of various types of antennas. 1. Generally speaking, 75 ohm systems have a round cable with an F-shaped connector which requires no tools.
Control Panel MENU No. Name Description • Press the P P ower button to turn on the DV2680/DV3070 when it is in "standby" mode. 1 Power • Press the Power button once more to turn the DV2680/DV3070 "off " by placing it into "standby" mode.
Main Unit (Rear View) AUDIO DVI/HDCP D-SUB AUDIO DVI/HDCP D-SUB to increase the volume, or V V olume DV2680 COMPONENT ANTENNA AUDIO Cr/PR Cb/Pb AUDIO S-VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO...
No. Name 1 AC INLET 2 AV1 & AV2 3 ANTENNA 4 COMPONENT 5 PC 6 DVI (Digital Video Interface) 7 OUTPUT (L/R/ WOOFER) Making Connection • Before connecting any component, please familiarize yourself with the location and type of each input.
Composite video cable (RCA connector) as illustrated. The DV2680/DV3070 provides two sets of Composite video inputs (AV1 & AV2). C om posi t e vi deo i nput i s t he m ost com m onl y used si gnal i nput . H ow ever , t hi s t ype of i nput al so pr ovi des a l ess opt i m al i m age qual i t y.
Connecting Component Video Input (Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr) Signals Connect your AV equipment to the television's Component C using a Component video cable. 1. O f t he cur r ent l y avai l abl e i nput si gnal t ypes, C om ponent vi deo i nput of f er s t he best qual i t y. M ost com m onl y, C om ponent vi deo out put com es f r om D VD pl ayer s.
Connecting RGB (Min D-SUB 15 Pin Connector) Signals Connect your computer's output cable to the D-SUB input using a Min D-SUB 15 pin cable. Connect your computer's audio out to the television using an appropriate cable. 1. The nat i ve di spl ay r esol ut i on of t he t el evi si on i s1280 x 768. I f t he si gnal r esol ut i on i s gr eat er t han t he nat i ve r esol ut i on, t he scr een m ay be unabl e t o di spl ay i m age det ai l s cl ear l y.
Connecting DVI/HDCP Signals Connect the computer equipment or digital video source to the DVI/HDCP input on the Television using a DVI-D cable. Connect using a cable appropriate for your computer's audio output. Connecting Audio Output Signals (DV3070 Only) The DV3070 model provides extra audio output terminals for delivering TV audio signal to an amplifier, subwoofer or other audio devices.
Remote Control POWER INFO ASPECT PIP/PBP SLEEP FREEZE BACKLIGHT PIP AUDIO CH+/- PRESET PENTER MUTE 8. SLEEP Press this button to set the automatic shut-off timer. 9 . PRESET Press this button to select from among 4 user situation modes. 10.
13. MENU Press this button to display the OSD (on-screen display) menu for adjusting the image, sound and functions. The function table allows you to use the the button again removes the OSD display. 14. INPUT Press this button to select an input source. / / / and ENTER button •...
Batteries If the remote control does not operate, replace the batteries following the instructions below. 1. Open the lid of the remote control battery compartment (slide the lid backward while pressing down.) 2. Insert two size-AAA batteries (included). Ensure that the batteries are inserted with the positive and negative terminals in the correct direction corresponding to the (+ ) and (-) marks in the battery compartment.
Using the Remote Control Before first use, ensure that the television is set up correctly and adjust it in accordance with the broadcasting system in your territory. Power on, Power off and Standby Switching Inputs INPUT Using the Remote Control Turning on the television 1.
Adjusting Audio Volume MUTE Changing Channels Adjusting the volume 1. Press the V V olume button on your television or press the V V OL button on your remote to increase volume. The volume indicator will increase in length as volume rises.
Adjusting User Situation Modes Freeze Using the Remote Control To adjust user situation modes, press the P P RESET button on the remote control. This enables you to select from among 4 modes (Vivid, Standard, Movie and Sports). Press the F F REEZ E button on the remote control to free the image on the screen.
Adjusting Aspect Ratio Using the PIP/PBP Function Press the A A SPECT button on your remote control to select the image aspect ratio you prefer. Press the button several times to cycle through various ratios. If your television is connected to two or more different video and audio inputs, pressing the P P IP/ PBP button on your remote allows you to display two images on the screen at once in PIP or PBP...
Selecting PIP AUDIO Setting Favorite Channels Using the Remote Control If your television is connected to two different video and audio inputs, pressing the P P IP AUDIO button on your remote allows you to select the sound from either the main or sub screen in PIP mode, or from the left or right screen in PBP mode.
Selecting TV or CATV Adding/Deleting Channels To select between the TV/CATV systems, press the T T V/ CATV button on the remote control. To add or delete a channel, press the C C H+ /- button on your remote control. Using the Remote Control...
Using the Sleep Timer Adjusting Backlight Using the Remote Control 1. Press the S S LEEP button on your remote control to set the automatic sleep timer. 2. Use the buttons to adjust the time. Time is set in increments of 30 minutes, from 0 to 180 minutes. If you need to adjust the intensity of your television's backlight, press the B B ACK LIGHT button on your remote control and select "Dark"...
Displaying Information Press the I I NFO button on your remote control to display the signal information, including input video signal source, TV/CATV system, current audio selection and channel. Using the Auto Function Press the "i" key on your remote control to have your television automatically adjust the frequency, phase, horizontal and vertical positions in PC and HDTV modes.
The On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu OSD Structure Internal/External * A A udio out is only available with the DV3070 model. The On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu...
How to Use the OSD Menu You can use the OSD menu screen to adjust all the settings on your television. Follow the steps outlined below to select the function you desire, and refer to the pages indicated for more information.
Audio Adjustment The Audio Adjustment Menu Item Function Volume Adjust volume Adjust left and right Balance levels When audio source is stereo, you may choose stereo sound from the Sound Type left channel (SOUND1) or from the right channel (SOUND2) Select television audio Automatically adjusts the Steady sound...
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Middle Adjust mid tones Mid. Bass Adjust mid-bass tones Bass Adjust bass tones to increase mid tones, to decrease mid -12 to + 12 tones. to increase mid-bass -12 to + 12 to decrease mid-bass. to increase bass, -12 to + 12 to decrease bass.
Picture Adjustment Picture Menu Item Function Contrast Adjust image contrast Adjust screen Brightness brightness Color Adjust color saturation Tint Adjust tint Adjust image Sharpness sharpness for a sharper image Advanced Picture Settings Adjust color Color temperature temperature Color enhancement Adjust red in image Green Adjust green in image Blue...
Display Adjustment Display Menu Item Function Freeze motion of screen Freeze image (however, broadcast continues) Select audio from main or PIP Audio sub picture in PIP mode Select audio from left or PBP Audio right picture in PBP mode Display Video and Graph- ics simultaneously and PIP &...
TV Adjustment TV Menu Item Function Select TV or cable TV/CATV system mode Add weak or addi- tional channels or Channel + /- delete unwanted channels from televi- sion memory Set or change favorite Favorite Channels channels Tuner will search through all available Auto program channels and add...
Setting up Closed Caption This television is equipped with an internal Closed Caption decoder. Closed Caption is a system which allows conversations, narration, and sound effects in TV programs and home videos to be viewed as captions on the TV screen (see the illustration). Not all the programs and videos will offer closed captioning.
Example 2 R in the age-based rating is blocked, this will also automatically block the higher ratings NC-17 and X. The M PA A r at i ng i s onl y age- based. TV Parental Guidelines Rating FV (Fantasy Violence) TV-Y (All children)
Adjusting V-Chip Setting First-Time Setup The sequence is as follows: 1. Press the M M ENU button on the remote or the Menu key on the television to display the main menu. 2. Press the buttons to select T T V and then press E E NTER to enter the submenu.
MPAA Rating TV Guidelines Canceling the V-CHIP Block Screen While V-CHIP Block is Activated correct password Changing V-CHIP Blocking Password 1. Press the M M ENU button on the remote control or the M M enu key on the television to select the TV main menu page.
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The sequence is as follows: Incorrect password If you forget the password you set before,you can press" " 2" "4" "6" "8"when the " " old password" information is displayed,then you can set a new password . Enter change password Input the 4-digit password you set before Input the new 4-digit password...
Setup Setup Menu Item Function Select language for the Language OSD menu Input source Video Display input signal information Graphics PC & HDTV Adjust RGB levels for PC or DTV Automatically adjust frenquency, phase, H. Auto position and V. position Frequency Adjust signal source frequency...
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Adjust backlight Backlight intensity Protect screen and enter powersaver DPMS mode when no signal input detected OSD position Horizontal Adjust the position of OSD menu on the screen Vertical Restore all settings to Reset All Settings default values Use the but- tons on the remote control or the C C hannel...
Troubleshooting Before calling a service center, attempt the following steps to diagnose the problem. Symptoms Power does not turn ON There is no picture or sound There are spots on the screen Degraded colors or tints Improper screen position or size Check whether screen position and size have been properly The image appears distorted The image is purple The image appears too bright,...
There is no picture or sound, just noise Picture is not clear No sound Some lines occur at the bottom of pictures when playing VHS tapes The video picture is abnormal The PC picture is abnormal Antenna Symptoms The picture is not sharp or the picture moves The picture is doubled or tripled The picture is spotted...
• Speci f i cat i ons and ext er nal appear ance m ay be changed due t o pr oduct i m pr ovem ent . Specifications DV2680 26 inches Wide-screen 1280 x 768 0.4425 x 0.4425 (mm)
Supported Operating Modes Resolution Horizontal Freq. (khz) Vertical Freq. (Hz) Bandwidth (Mhz) 720×400 31.47 640×480 31.47 640×480 37.50 640×480 37.86 800×600 37.88 800×600 46.86 800×600 48.08 1024×768 48.36 1024×768 56.48 1024×768 60.02 • W e suggest you set t he si gual r esol ut i on as l i st ed above. I f not , i t m ay not show f i ne det ai l w i t h- suf f i ci ent cl ar i t y.
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