BenQ Projector MP625P User Manual

MP615P/MP625P  
Digital Projector  
User Manual  
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Important safety instructions  
Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information  
technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you  
follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.  
Safety Instructions  
1.  
Please read this manual before you  
operate your projector. Save it for  
future reference.  
4.  
Always open the lens shutter or  
remove the lens cap when the  
projector lamp is on.  
5.  
In some countries, the line voltage is  
NOT stable. This projector is designed  
to operate safely within a mains  
2.  
Do not look straight at the projector  
lens during operation. The intense  
light beam may damage your eyes.  
voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC,  
but could fail if power cuts or surges  
of ±10 volts occur. In areas where the  
mains voltage may fluctuate or cut  
out, it is recommended that you  
connect your projector through a  
power stabilizer, surge protector or  
uninterruptible power supply (UPS).  
3.  
Refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel.  
6.  
Do not block the projection lens with  
any objects when the projector is  
under operation as this could cause  
the objects to become heated and  
deformed or even cause a fire. To  
temporarily turn off the lamp, press  
BLANK on the projector or remote  
control.  
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Safety Instructions (Continued)  
7.  
The lamp becomes extremely hot  
during operation. Allow the  
projector to cool for approximately  
45 minutes prior to removing the  
lamp assembly for replacement.  
10. Do not place this product on an  
unstable cart, stand, or table. The  
product may fall, sustaining serious  
damage.  
11. Do not attempt to disassemble this  
projector. There are dangerous high  
voltages inside which may cause  
death if you should come into  
contact with live parts. The only  
user serviceable part is the lamp  
which has its own removable cover.  
Under no circumstances should you  
ever undo or remove any other  
covers. Refer servicing only to  
suitably qualified professional  
service personnel.  
8.  
Do not operate lamps beyond the  
rated lamp life. Excessive operation  
of lamps beyond the rated life could  
cause them to break on rare  
occasions.  
9.  
Never replace the lamp assembly or  
any electronic components unless  
the projector is unplugged.  
12. When the projector is under  
operation, you may sense some  
heated air and odor from its  
ventilation grill. It is a normal  
phenomenon and not a product  
defect.  
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Safety Instructions (Continued)  
13. Do not place this projector in any of  
the following environments.  
14. Do not block the ventilation holes.  
- Do not place this projector on a blanket,  
bedding or any other soft surface.  
- Do not cover this projector with a cloth or  
any other item.  
- Do not place inflammables near the  
projector.  
- Space that is poorly ventilated or  
confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance  
from walls and free flow of air around the  
projector.  
- Locations where temperatures may  
become excessively high, such as the  
inside of a car with all windows rolled up.  
- Locations where excessive humidity, dust,  
or cigarette smoke may contaminate  
optical components, shortening the  
projector's life span and darkening the  
image.  
If the ventilation holes are seriously  
obstructed, overheating inside the  
projector may result in a fire.  
15. Always place the projector on a level,  
horizontal surface during operation.  
- Do not use if tilted at an angle of more  
than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle  
of more than 15 degrees front to back.  
Using the projector when it is not fully  
horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or  
damage to, the lamp.  
- Locations near fire alarms  
- Locations with an ambient temperature  
above 40°C / 104°F  
- Locations where the altitudes are higher  
than 3000 m (10000 feet).  
3000 m  
(10000 feet)  
0 m  
(0 feet)  
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16. Do not stand the projector on end  
vertically. Doing so may cause the  
18. Do not place liquids near or on the  
projector. Liquids spilled into the  
projector may cause it to fail. If the  
projector does become wet, disconnect  
it from the power supply's wall socket  
and call BenQ to have the projector  
serviced.  
projector to fall over, causing injury or  
resulting in damage to the projector.  
17. Do not step on the projector or place  
any objects upon it. Besides probable  
physical damage to the projector, doing  
so may result in accidents and possible  
injury.  
19. This product is capable of displaying  
inverted images for ceiling mount  
installation.  
Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for  
mounting the projector and ensure it  
is securely installed.  
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Introduction  
Projector features  
The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly  
design to deliver high reliability and ease of use.  
The projector offers the following features.  
Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors  
Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process  
Selectable password protected function  
3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking  
Selectable quick cooling function makes the projector cool in a shorter time  
Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations  
One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality  
Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images  
Adjustable color balance control for data/video display  
High brightness projection lamp  
Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus  
Switchable normal and economic modes to reduce the power consumption  
Component HDTV compatibility (YPbPr)  
Less than 1 W power consumption in standby mode  
Built-in speaker providing mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected  
The MP625P also offers the following features.  
HDMI compatibility  
The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient  
lighting conditions, selected input signal contrast/brightness settings, and is directly  
proportional to projection distance.  
The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers  
specifications. This is normal and expected behavior.  
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Shipping contents  
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items  
are missing, please contact your place of purchase.  
Standard accessories  
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those  
illustrated.  
*The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for  
detailed information.  
Projector  
Power cord  
VGA cable  
Quick start guide  
User manual CD  
Warranty card*  
Pull the tab before using the remote  
control.  
Remote control with battery  
Optional accessories  
1.  
2.  
Spare lamp kit  
Ceiling mount kit  
3.  
4.  
Soft carry case  
RS232 cable  
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Projector exterior view  
1.  
External control panel  
details.)  
Front/upper side  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Lamp cover  
Zoom ring  
Focus ring  
Lens cover  
Vent (heated air exhaust)  
Front IR remote sensor  
Projection lens  
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Quick-release button  
10. USB input jack  
11. S-Video input jack  
12. RGB signal output jack  
13. RGB (PC)/Component video  
(YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input jack  
14. Audio input jack  
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15. Video input jack  
Rear/lower side  
(MP615P)  
16. RS-232 control port  
17. Audio output jack  
18. HDMI input jack  
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10  
12  
14  
13  
19. AC power cord inlet  
20. Kensington anti-theft lock slot  
21. Ceiling mount holes  
22. Rear adjuster foot  
23. Speaker  
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16  
17  
(MP625P)  
18 11 12  
13  
14  
10  
19  
15  
16 20  
17  
22 23  
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Controls and functions  
Projector  
6.  
Mode/Enter  
Selects an available picture setup mode.  
for details.  
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Activates the selected On-Screen Display  
(OSD) menu item. See "Using the menus"  
on page 27 for details.  
4
10  
5
6
4
7.  
8.  
SOURCE  
Displays the source selection bar. See  
details.  
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7
8
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Power/POWER indicator light  
Toggles the projector between standby  
mode and on.See "Starting up the  
Lights up or flashes when the projector is  
under operation. See "Indicators" on page  
59 for detail.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Focus ring  
Adjusts the focus of the projected image.  
on page 26 for details.  
Zoom ring  
Adjusts the size of the image. See "Fine-  
26 for details.  
9.  
TEMPerature indicator light  
Lights up red if the projector's  
temperature becomes too high. See  
Right/AUTO  
LAMP indicator light  
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up  
or flashes when the lamp has developed a  
problem. See "Indicators" on page 59 for  
details.  
10.  
When the On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menu is activated, the #4, #5, and #10 keys  
are used as directional arrows to select the  
desired menu items and to make  
adjustments. See "Using the menus" on  
page 27 for details.  
4.  
5.  
Keystone/Arrow keys (  
Down)  
/
Up,  
/
Manually corrects distorted images  
resulting from an angled projection. See  
details.  
Automatically determines the best picture  
timings for the displayed image. See  
details.  
Left/BLANK  
Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding  
the image" on page 39 for details.  
11. Menu/Exit  
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu,  
exits and saves menu settings.  
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Ceiling mounting the projector  
We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to  
bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to person and  
property.  
If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, we strongly recommend that you  
use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely  
and safely installed.  
If you use a non-BenQ brand projector ceiling mount kit, there is a safety risk that the  
projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use of  
the wrong gauge or length screws.  
You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the place you purchased  
your BenQ projector. BenQ recommends that you also purchase a separate Kensington  
lock compatible security cable and attach it securely to both the Kensington lock slot  
on the projector and the base of the ceiling mount bracket. This will perform the  
secondary role of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting  
bracket become loose.  
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Remote control  
7.  
8.  
Menu/Exit  
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu,  
exits and saves menu settings.  
details.  
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10  
10  
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Keystone/Arrow keys (  
Down)  
/
Up,  
/
4
Manually corrects distorted images  
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resulting from an angled projection. See  
details.  
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9.  
AUTO  
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Automatically determines the best  
picture timings for the displayed image.  
25 for details.  
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1.  
Power  
10.  
Left/ Right  
Toggles the projector between standby  
mode and on. See "Starting up the  
Freeze  
When the On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menu is activated, the #8 and #10 keys  
are used as directional arrows to select  
the desired menu items and to make  
adjustments. See "Using the menus" on  
page 27 for details.  
2.  
Freezes the projected image. See "Freezing  
the image" on page 40 for details.  
11. Mode/Enter  
Selects an available picture setup  
3.  
4.  
5.  
page 34 for details.  
Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing FAQ  
function" on page 40 for details.  
BLANK  
Activates the selected On-Screen  
Display (OSD) menu item. See "Using  
the menus" on page 27 for details.  
Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding  
the image" on page 39 for details.  
Digital Zoom keys (+, -)  
12. SOURCE  
Displays the source selection bar. See  
details.  
Magnifies or reduces the projected picture  
details" on page 32 for details.  
Volume +/-  
13. Page Up/Down  
6.  
Page up/down arrows when connected  
through USB to a PC. See "Remote  
Adjusts the sound level. See "Adjusting the  
sound" on page 41 for details.  
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14. Timer On  
Activates or displays an on-screen timer  
15. Timer Setup  
Enters presentation timer setting directly.  
based on your own timer setting. See  
38 for details.  
page 38 for details.  
Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on  
the front of the projector. The remote control must  
be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular  
to the projector's IR remote control sensor to  
function correctly. The distance between the remote  
control and the sensor should not exceed 8 meters (~  
26 feet).  
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the  
remote control and the IR sensor on the projector  
that might obstruct the infra-red beam.  
Replacing the remote control battery  
1.  
Pull out the battery holder.  
Please follow the illustrated instructions. Push and hold  
the locking arm while pulling out the battery holder.  
2.  
Insert the new battery in the holder. Note the  
positive polarity should face outward.  
Push the holder into the remote control.  
3.  
Avoid excessive heat and humidity.  
There may be battery damage if the battery is  
incorrectly replaced.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.  
Dispose of the used battery according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.  
Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.  
If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove  
the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.  
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Positioning your projector  
Choosing a location  
Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select.  
Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power  
outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your  
equipment.  
Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations:  
1.  
Front Table  
Select this location with the projector placed near the  
floor in front of the screen. This is the most common way  
to position the projector for quick setup and portability.  
2.  
Front Ceiling  
Select this location with the projector suspended upside-  
down from the ceiling in front of the screen.  
Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit from  
your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.  
Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >  
Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.  
3.  
Rear Table  
Select this location with the projector placed near the  
floor behind the screen.  
Note that a special rear projection screen is required.  
Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector  
Position menu after you turn the projector on.  
4.  
Rear Ceiling  
Select this location with the projector suspended upside-  
down from the ceiling behind the screen.  
Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ  
Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit are required for this  
installation location.  
Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >  
Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.  
Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select.  
Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power  
outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your  
equipment.  
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Obtaining a preferred projected image size  
The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting (if available), and the  
video format each factors in the projected image size.  
4:3 is the native aspect ratio of this projector. To be able to project a complete 16:9  
(widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen image to the  
projector's native aspect width. This will result in a proportionally smaller height equivalent  
to 75% of the projector's native aspect height.  
4:3 aspect image in a 4:3  
aspect display area  
16:9 aspect image scaled to a 4:3 aspect  
display area  
The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and positioned  
directly perpendicular (90° right-angle square) to the horizontal center of the screen. This  
prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or projecting onto angled surfaces).  
If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it projects  
at a slightly downward angle.  
You can see from the diagram on page 17, that this type of projection causes the bottom edge  
of the projected image to be vertically offset from the horizontal plane of the projector.  
When ceiling mounted, this refers to the top edge of the projected image.  
If the projector is positioned further away from the screen, the projected image size  
increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately.  
When determining the position of the screen and projector, you will need to account for  
both the projected image size and the vertical offset dimension, which are directly  
proportional to the projection distance.  
BenQ has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining the  
ideal location for your projector. There are two dimensions to consider, the perpendicular  
horizontal distance from the center of the screen (projection distance), and the vertical  
offset height of the projector from the horizontal edge of the screen (offset).  
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How to determine the position of the projector for a given  
screen size  
1.  
2.  
Select your screen size.  
Refer to the table on page 17 and find the closest match to your screen size in the left  
columns labelled "Screen size". Using this value, look across this row to the right to  
find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled  
"Average". This is the projection distance.  
3.  
4.  
On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical  
offset (mm)" value. This will determine the final vertical offset placement of the  
projector in relation to the edge of the screen.  
The recommended position for the projector is aligned perpendicular to the  
horizontal center of the screen, at the distance from the screen determined in step 2  
above, and offset by the value determined in step 3 above.  
For example, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is 5040 mm  
and with a vertical offset of 274 mm.  
How to determine the recommended screen size for a  
given distance  
This method can be used for situations where you have purchased this projector and would  
like to know what screen size will fit in your room.  
The maximum screen size is limited by the physical space available in your room.  
1.  
2.  
Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the  
screen. This is the projection distance.  
Refer to the table on page 17 and find the closest match to your measurement in the  
average distance from screen column labelled "Average". Check that your measured  
distance is between the min and max distances listed on either side of the average  
distance value.  
3.  
4.  
Using this value, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding "Screen size"  
listed in that row. That is the projected image size of the projector at that projection  
distance.  
On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical  
offset (mm)" value. This will determine the final placement of the screen in relation to  
the horizontal plane of the projector.  
For example, if your measured projection distance was 5.0 m (5000 mm), the closest match  
in the "Average" column is 5040 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 120-inch screen is  
required.  
If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt  
it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion  
will occur. Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion. See "Correcting keystone" on  
page 26 on page for details.  
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Projection dimensions  
Refer to "Dimensions" on page 62 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before  
calculating the appropriate position.  
Maximum zoom  
Minimum zoom  
Screen  
Center of lens  
Vertical offset  
Projection distance  
Screen size  
Distance from screen (mm)  
Min length Average Max length  
Vertical offset  
(mm)  
Diagonal  
W
H
Inch  
30  
40  
50  
60  
mm (mm) (mm) (max. zoom)  
(min. zoom)  
1320  
762  
610  
813  
457  
610  
1200  
1600  
2000  
2400  
3200  
4000  
4800  
6000  
8000  
8800  
10000  
12000  
1260  
1680  
2100  
2520  
3360  
4200  
5040  
6300  
8400  
9240  
10500  
12600  
69  
91  
1016  
1270  
1524  
2032  
2540  
3048  
3810  
5080  
5588  
6350  
7620  
1760  
2200  
2640  
3520  
4400  
5280  
6600  
8800  
1016 762  
1219 914  
1626 1219  
2032 1524  
2438 1829  
3048 2286  
4064 3048  
4470 3353  
5080 3810  
6096 4572  
114  
137  
183  
229  
274  
343  
457  
503  
572  
686  
80  
100  
120  
150  
200  
220  
250  
300  
9680  
11000  
13200  
There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. BenQ  
recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test  
the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently  
install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics. This will help you  
determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.  
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Connection  
When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Turn all equipment off before making any connections.  
Use the correct signal cables for each source.  
Ensure the cables are firmly inserted.  
In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see  
"Shipping contents" on page 8). They are commercially available from electronics stores.  
For detailed connection methods, see pages 19-23.  
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2
1
2
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(MP625P)  
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5
7
4
6
8
1. USB Cable  
2. VGA cable  
5. HDMI cable  
6. Video cable  
7. S-Video cable  
3. VGA to DVI-A cable  
4. Audio Cable  
8. Component Video to VGA (DSub)  
adapter cable  
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Connecting a computer or monitor  
Connecting a computer  
The projector can connect to both IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A Mac  
adapter is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers.  
To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the  
computer.  
Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2  
signal input jack on the projector.  
If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker(s) in your  
presentations, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio  
output jack of the computer, and the other end to the AUDIO jack of the projector.  
When you connect audio output signal from a computer, please balance out the  
volume control bar to obtain an optimal sound effects.  
4.  
If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable  
to the AUDIO OUT jack of the projector, and the other end to your external speakers  
(not supplied).  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display  
(OSD) menus. See "Audio Settings" on page 50 for details.  
The built-in speaker will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected.  
Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector.  
Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a  
function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press  
FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your notebook's documentation to  
find your notebook's key combination.  
Connecting a monitor  
If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you  
can connect the MONITOR OUT signal output jack on the projector to an external monitor  
following the instructions below:  
To connect the projector to a monitor:  
1.  
Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on page  
19.  
2.  
Take a suitable VGA cable (only one supplied) and connect one end of the cable to the  
D-Sub input jack of the video monitor.  
Or if your monitor is equipped with a DVI input jack, take a VGA to DVI-A cable and  
connect the DVI end of the cable to the DVI input jack of the video monitor.  
Connect the other end of the cable to the MONITOR OUT jack on the projector.  
3.  
The output signal for MONITOR OUT jack only works when the input signal comes from  
COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2 jack. When the projector is powered on, the output signal  
from MONITOR OUT jack varies depending on the input signal from COMPUTER 1 or  
COMPUTER 2 jack.  
If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make  
sure the Standby Monitor Out function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced  
menu. See "Standby Monitor Out" on page 51 for details.  
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Connecting Video source devices  
You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above  
connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method  
you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the  
projector and the Video source device as described below:  
Terminal  
name  
Terminal appearance  
HDMI  
Reference  
Picture quality  
Best  
HDMI source device  
(MP625P only)" on  
HDMI  
(MP625P only)  
Component Video  
source device" on  
COMPUTER  
Component Video  
Better  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
Video/composite  
source device" on  
S-Video  
Video  
Good  
Normal  
Connecting audio  
The projector has one built-in mono speaker which is designed to provide basic audio  
functionality accompanying data presentations for business purposes only. It is not designed  
for, nor intended for stereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in home theater or  
home cinema applications. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is mixed into a common  
mono audio output through the projector speaker.  
When you connect audio output signal from a video source device, please set the audio  
output in dual track to obtain an optimal sound effects.  
If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output  
of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector.  
The audio connections illustrated on page 18 are provided for informational purposes only.  
You need not connect audio to the projector if there is an alternate sound system available,  
or if audio is not required.  
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Connecting an HDMI source device (MP625P only)  
The projector provides a HDMI input jack that allows you to connect it to an HDMI source  
device like a DVD player, a DTV tuner or a display.  
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data  
transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners, DVD players and displays over a  
single cable. It provides pure digital viewing and listening experience.  
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused HDMI output jacks  
available:  
If so, you can continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
To connect the projector to an HDMI source device:  
1.  
Take an HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI output jack of the HDMI  
source device. Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI signal input jack on the  
projector. Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen  
Display (OSD) menus. See "Audio Settings" on page 50 for details..  
2.  
Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI jack on the projector.  
If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct  
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and  
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.  
In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector's  
HDMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color  
space to YUV. See "Changing Color Space (MP625P only)" on page 31 for details.  
The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is  
connected. See "Connecting audio" on page 20 for details.  
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Connecting a Component Video source device  
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video  
output jacks available:  
If so, you can continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
To connect the projector to a Component Video source device:  
1.  
Take a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3  
RCA type connectors to the Component Video output jacks of the Video source  
device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the jacks; green to green, blue to  
blue, and red to red.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Connect the other end of the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable (with  
a D-Sub type connector) to the COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2 jack on the  
projector.  
If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker(s) in your  
presentations, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio  
output jack of the device, and the other end to the AUDIO jack of the projector.  
If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable  
to the AUDIO OUT jack of the projector, and the other end to your external speakers  
(not supplied).  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display  
(OSD) menus. See "Audio Settings" on page 50 for details.  
The built-in speaker will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected.  
The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is  
connected. See "Connecting audio" on page 20 for details.  
If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct  
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and  
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.  
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Connecting an S-Video/composite source device  
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video/composite  
output jack available:  
If it has both jacks, use the S-Video output jack for connection as the S-Video terminal  
provides better picture quality than the Video terminal.  
If it has either of the output jack, you can also continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
To connect the projector to an S-Video/Video source device:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Take an S-Video/Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video/Video output jack of  
the Video source device.  
Connect the other end of the S-Video/Video cable to the S-VIDEO/VIDEO jack on the  
projector.  
If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker(s) in your  
presentations, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio  
output jack of the device, and the other end to the AUDIO jack of the projector.  
If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable  
to the AUDIO OUT jack of the projector, and the other end to your external speakers  
(not supplied).  
4.  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display  
(OSD) menus. See "Audio Settings" on page 50 for details.  
The built-in speaker will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected.  
The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is  
connected. See "Connecting audio" on page 20 for details.  
If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct  
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and  
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.  
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Operation  
Starting up the projector  
1.  
Plug the power cord into the projector and into a  
power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch  
(where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator  
light on the projector lights orange after power  
has been applied.  
Please use the original accessories (e.g. power  
cable) only with the device to avoid possible  
dangers such as electric shock and fire.  
If Direct power on function is activated in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu, the  
projector will turn on automatically after the power cord has been connected and power  
has been applied. See "Direct power on" on page 51 for details.  
2.  
Remove the lens cap. If it is closed, it could  
become deformed due to the heat produced by  
the projection lamp.  
I
3.  
Press  
Power on the projector or remote  
control to start the projector. The POWER  
indicator light flashes green and stays green  
when the projector is on.  
The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds.  
In the later stage of start up, a startup logo is  
projected.  
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust  
the image clearness.  
If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90  
seconds before energizing the lamp.  
4.  
If the projector is activated for the first time,  
select your OSD language following the on-  
screen instructions.  
5.  
If you are prompted for a password, press the  
arrow keys to enter a six digit password. See  
for details.  
6.  
7.  
Switch all of the connected equipment on.  
The projector will start to search for input  
signals. The current input signal being scanned  
displays in the upper left corner of the screen.  
If the projector doesn't detect a valid signal, the  
message 'No Signal' will continue displaying  
until an input signal is found.  
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You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your desired  
input signal. See "Switching input signal" on page 31 for details.  
If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you will  
see the message 'Out of Range' displayed on a blank screen. Please change to an input signal  
which is compatible with the projector's resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting.  
See "Timing chart" on page 63 for details.  
Adjusting the projected image  
Adjusting the projection angle  
The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These  
adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector:  
1.  
Press the quick-release button and lift the  
front of the projector. Once the image is  
positioned where you want it, release the  
quick-release button to lock the foot in  
position.  
1
2.  
Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine tune the  
horizontal angle.  
2
To retract the foot, hold up the projector while  
pressing the quick-release button, then slowly  
lower the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in  
a reverse direction.  
If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the projector are not  
perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. To correct this  
Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause  
damage to your eyes.  
Be careful when you press the adjuster button as it is close to the exhaust vent where hot  
air comes from.  
Auto-adjusting the image  
In some cases, you may need to optimize the  
picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the  
projector or remote control. Within 3 seconds,  
the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment  
function will re-adjust the values of Frequency  
and Clock to provide the best picture quality.  
The current source information will be  
displayed in the upper left corner of the screen  
for 3 seconds.  
The screen will be blank while AUTO is functioning.  
This function is only available when PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.  
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Fine-tuning the image size and clarity  
1.  
Adjust the projected image to the size that  
you need using the zoom ring.  
2.  
Then sharpen the image by rotating the focus  
ring.  
Correcting keystone  
Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the  
top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen.  
To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually  
correct it following one of these steps.  
Using the remote control  
Press on the projector or remote control  
/
to display the Keystone correction page. Press  
to correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press  
to correct keystoning at the bottom of the  
image.  
Using the OSD menu  
1.  
Press Menu/Exit and then press  
the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.  
/
until  
2.  
3.  
Press to highlight Keystone and press  
Mode/Enter. The Keystone correction page  
displays.  
Press  
the image or press  
at the bottom of the image.  
to correct keystoning at the top of  
Press  
/
.
Press  
/
.
to correct keystoning  
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Using the menus  
The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various  
adjustments and settings.  
Below is the overview of the OSD menu.  
Main menu icon  
Main menu  
Highlight  
Status  
Sub-menu  
Press Menu/  
Exit to the  
previous  
page or to  
exit.  
Current input signal  
The following example describes how to set the OSD language.  
1.  
Press Menu/Exit on the projector or  
3.  
Press  
to highlight Language  
remote control to turn the OSD menu on.  
and press  
/
to select a  
preferred language.  
4.  
Press Menu/Exit twice* on the  
projector or remote control to  
leave and save the settings.  
2.  
Use  
/
to highlight the SYSTEM  
SETUP: Basic menu.  
*The first press leads you back to  
the main menu and the second  
press closes the OSD menu.  
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Securing the projector  
Using a security cable lock  
The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a lock,  
such as the Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on  
the rear side of the projector. See item 10 on page 9 for details.  
A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and the lock. Refer to the  
lock's documentation for finding out how to use it.  
Utilizing the password function  
For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an  
option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen  
Display (OSD) menu.  
WARNING: You will be inconvenienced if you activate the power-on lock functionality and  
subsequently forget the password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the password  
you used in this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall.  
Setting a password  
Once a password has been set, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is  
entered every time the projector is started.  
1.  
Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings  
menu. Press Mode/Enter. The Security Settings page displays.  
2.  
3.  
Highlight Power on lock and select On by pressing  
As pictured to the right, the four arrow keys (  
) respectively represent 4 digits (1, 2,  
/
.
,
,
,
3, 4). According to the password you desire to set,  
press the arrow keys to enter six digits for the  
password.  
4.  
Confirm the new password by re-entering the  
new password.  
Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns  
to the Security Settings page.  
IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected  
password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it  
is available to you should you ever forget it.  
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __  
Keep this manual in a safe place.  
5.  
To leave the OSD menu, press Menu/Exit.  
If you forget the password  
If the password function is activated, you will be asked  
to enter the six-digit password every time you turn on  
the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the  
password error message as pictured to the right displays  
lasting for three seconds, and the message 'INPUT  
PASSWORD' follows. You can retry by entering another  
six-digit password, or if you did not record the  
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password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use the password  
recall procedure. See "Entering the password recall procedure" on page 29 for details.  
If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically  
shut down in a short time.  
Entering the password recall procedure  
1.  
Press and hold AUTO on the projector or remote  
control for 3 seconds. The projector will display a  
coded number on the screen.  
2.  
3.  
Write down the number and turn off your  
projector.  
Seek help from the local BenQ service center to  
decode the number. You may be required to  
provide proof of purchase documentation to  
verify that you are an authorized user of the  
projector.  
Changing the password  
1.  
Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings >  
Change password menu.  
2.  
3.  
Press Mode/Enter. The message 'INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD' displays.  
Enter the old password.  
If the password is correct, another message 'INPUT NEW PASSWORD' displays.  
If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three  
seconds, and the message 'INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD' displays for your retry.  
You can press Menu/Exit to cancel the change or try another password.  
4.  
Enter a new password.  
IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected  
password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it  
is available to you should you ever forget it.  
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __  
Keep this manual in a safe place.  
5.  
6.  
Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.  
You have successfully assigned a new password to  
the projector. Remember to enter the new  
password next time the projector is started.  
To leave the OSD menu, press Menu/Exit.  
7.  
Disabling the password function  
To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security  
Settings > Power on lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Select Off by pressing  
/
. The message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays. Enter the current password.  
If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page with  
'Off' shown in the row of Power on lock. You will not have to enter the password  
next time you turn on the projector.  
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If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three  
seconds, and the message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays for your retry. You can  
press Menu/Exit to cancel the change or try another password.  
Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should  
you ever need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password.  
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Switching input signal  
The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only  
display one full screen at a time. When starting up, the projector automatically searches for  
the available signals.  
Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On (which is the default of  
this projector) if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals.  
You can also manually cycle through the available  
input signals.  
1.  
Press SOURCE on the projector or remote  
control. A source selection bar displays.  
2.  
Press  
/
until your desired signal is  
selected and press Mode/Enter.  
Once detected, the selected source information  
will display on the screen for seconds. If there  
is multiple equipment connected to the  
projector, repeat steps 1-2 to search for another  
signal.  
The brightness level of the projected image will  
change accordingly when you switch between  
different input signals. Data (graphic) "PC"  
presentations using mostly static images are  
generally brighter than "Video" using mostly  
moving images (movies).  
(MP615P)  
The input signal type effects the options available for the Picture Mode. See "Selecting a  
The native display resolution of this projector is in a 4:3 aspect ratio. For best display  
picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at this resolution.  
Any other resolutions will be scaled by the projector depending upon the 'aspect ratio'  
setting, which may cause some image distortion or loss of picture clarity. See "Selecting  
Changing Color Space (MP625P only)  
In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector's  
HDMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space  
to YUV.  
1.  
2.  
Press Menu/Exit and then press  
Press to highlight Color Space Conversion and press  
color space.  
/
until the SOURCE menu is highlighted.  
/
to select a suitable  
This function is only available when the HDMI input port is in use.  
The HDMI input port is only available on the MP625P.  
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Magnifying and searching for details  
If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the  
direction arrow keys for navigating the picture.  
Using the remote control  
1.  
Press Digital Zoom +/- to display the Zoom  
bar.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Press Digital Zoom + to magnify the center of  
the picture. Press the key repeatedly until the  
picture size is suitable for your need.  
Use the directional arrows (  
,
,
,
) on  
the projector or remote control to navigate the  
picture.  
To restore the picture to its original size, press  
AUTO. You can also press Digital Zoom -. When the key is pressed again, the picture is  
further reduced until it is restored to the original size.  
Using the OSD menu  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Press Menu/Exit and then press  
/
until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.  
Press to highlight Digital Zoom and press Mode/Enter. The Zoom bar displays.  
Repeat steps 2-4 in the section of "Using the remote control" above. Or if you are using  
the projector control panel, continue to the following steps.  
4.  
5.  
Press on the projector repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size.  
To navigate the picture, press Mode/Enter to switch to the paning mode and press the  
directional arrows (  
,
,
,
) to navigate the picture.  
) on the projector or remote control to  
6.  
7.  
Use the directional arrows (  
navigate the picture.  
,
,
,
To reduce size of the picture, press Mode/Enter to switch back to the zoom in/out  
functionality, and press AUTO to restore the picture to its original size. You can also  
press repeatedly until it is restored to the original size.  
The picture can only be navigated after the picture is magnified. You can further magnify the  
picture while searching for details.  
Selecting the aspect ratio  
The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and  
computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and digital TV and DVDs  
are usually in 16:9 ratio.  
With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can  
dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image  
input signal.  
To change the projected image ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Press Menu/Exit and then press  
Press to highlight Aspect Ratio.  
/
until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.  
Press  
/
to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your  
display requirements.  
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In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active  
areas. OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas.  
1.  
Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the  
projector's native resolution in its horizontal or  
vertical width. This is suitable for the incoming  
image which is neither in 4:3 nor 16:9 and you want  
to make most use of the screen without altering the  
image's aspect ratio.  
16:10 picture  
15:9 picture  
4:3 picture  
2.  
Real: The image is projected as its original  
resolution, and resized to fit within the display area.  
For input signals with lower resolutions, the  
projected image will display smaller than if resized  
to full screen. You could adjust the zoom setting or  
move the projector towards the screen to increase  
the image size if necessary. You may also need to  
refocus the projector after making these  
adjustments.  
4:3: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the  
center of the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is  
most suitable for 4:3 images like computer  
monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect  
DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect  
alteration.  
16:9 picture  
4:3 picture  
3.  
4.  
16:9: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the  
center of the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This is  
most suitable for images which are already in a 16:9  
aspect, like high definition TV, as it displays them  
without aspect alteration.  
16:9 picture  
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Optimizing the image  
Selecting a picture mode  
The projector is preset with several predefined  
picture modes so that you can choose one to suit  
your operating environment and input signal  
picture type.  
To select an operation mode that suits your need,  
you can follow one of the following steps.  
Press Mode/Enter on the remote control or  
projector repeatedly until your desired mode is  
selected.  
Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu and  
press  
/
to select a desired mode.  
The picture modes are listed below.  
1.  
Dynamic mode: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is  
suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the  
projector in well lit rooms.  
2.  
3.  
Presentation mode (Default): Is designed for presentations. The brightness is  
emphasized in this mode.  
sRGB mode: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life images  
regardless of brightness setting. It is most suitable for viewing photos taken with an  
sRGB compatible and properly calibrated camera, and for viewing PC graphic and  
drawing applications such as AutoCAD.  
4.  
5.  
Cinema mode: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital  
cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little light)  
environment.  
User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available  
picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 34 for details.  
Setting the User 1/User 2 mode  
There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable  
for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User 1/User 2) as a starting  
point and customize the settings.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Press Menu/Exit to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.  
Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu.  
Press  
Press  
/
to select User 1 to User 2.  
to highlight Reference Mode.  
This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode  
sub-menu item.  
5.  
6.  
Press  
Press  
/
to select a picture mode that is closest to your need.  
to select a sub-menu item to be changed and adjust the value with  
/
.
7.  
8.  
When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press Mode/Enter to  
store the settings.  
The confirmation message 'Setting Saved' displays.  
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Using Wall Color  
In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which  
may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture’s color to  
prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures.  
To use this function, go to the DISPLAY > Wall Color menu and press  
/
to select a  
color which is the closest to the color of the projection surface. There are several  
precalibrated colors to choose from: Light Yellow, Pink, Light Green, Blue, and Blackboard.  
Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes  
According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available  
when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected. Based on your needs, you can make adjustments  
tothese functions by highlighting them and pressing  
control  
/
on the projector or remote  
Adjusting Brightness  
The higher the value, the brighter the image. And the  
lower the setting, the darker the image. Adjust this  
control so the black areas of the image appear just as  
black and that detail in the dark areas is visible.  
+50  
+70  
+30  
Adjusting Contrast  
The higher the value, the greater the contrast. Use this  
to set the peak white level after you have previously  
adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected  
input and viewing environment.  
0
-30  
+30  
Adjusting Color  
Lower setting produces less saturated colors. If the setting is too high, colors on the image  
will be overpowering, which makes the image unrealistic.  
Adjusting Tint  
The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the more  
greenish the picture becomes.  
Adjusting Sharpness  
The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the softer the  
picture becomes.  
Adjusting Brilliant Color  
This feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to  
enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant colors in picture. It enables a  
greater than 50% brightness increase in mid-tone images, which are common in video and  
natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors. If you prefer  
images with that quality, select On. If you don’t need it, select Off.  
On is the default and recommended selection for this projector. When Off is selected, the  
Color Temperature function is not available.  
Selecting a Color Temperature  
The options available for color temperature* settings vary according to the signal type  
selected.  
1.  
T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear the most bluish  
white than other settings.  
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3.  
4.  
T2: Makes images appear bluish white.  
T3: Maintains normal colorings for white.  
T4: Makes images appear reddish white.  
*About color temperatures:  
There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes. One  
of the common methods of representing white color is known as the “color temperature. A  
white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a  
high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.  
3D Color Management  
In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in  
classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where  
building external windows allow daylight into the room.  
Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture  
theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered. Color management  
provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color reproduction,  
should you require it.  
Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible viewing  
conditions. You will need to use a colorimeter (color light meter), and provide a set of  
suitable source images to measure color reproduction. These tools are not provided with the  
projector, however, your projector supplier should be able to provide you with suitable  
guidance, or even an experienced professional installer.  
The Color Management provides six sets (RGBCMY) of colors to be adjusted. When you  
select each color, you can independently adjust its range and saturation according to your  
preference.  
If you have purchased a test disc which contains various color test patterns and can be used  
to test the color presentation on monitors, TVs, projectors, etc. You can project any image  
from the disc on the screen and enter the 3D Color Management menu to make  
adjustments.  
To adjust the settings:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management.  
Press Mode/Enter and the 3D Color Management page displays.  
Highlight Primary Color and press  
Green, Cyan, Blue, or Magenta.  
/
to select a color from among Red, Yellow,  
4.  
Press  
to highlight Hue and press  
/
to select its range. Increase in the range  
will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors.  
Please refer to the illustration to the right for  
how the colors relate to each other.  
For example, if you select Red and set its  
range at 0, only pure red in the projected  
Yellow  
GREEN  
RED  
picture will be selected. Increasing its range  
will include red close to yellow and red close  
to magenta.  
Cyan  
Magenta  
5.  
Press  
to highlight Saturation and adjust  
its values to your preference by pressing  
/
BLUE  
. Every adjustment made will reflect to the  
image immediately.  
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For example, if you select Red and set its value at 0, only the saturation of pure red will  
be affected.  
Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less  
saturated colors; a setting of “0” removes that color from the image entirely. If the  
saturation is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic.  
6.  
Press  
to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing  
/
.
The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every adjustment  
made will reflect to the image immediately.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments.  
Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments.  
Press Menu/Exit to exit and save the settings.  
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Setting the presentation timer  
The presentation timer can indicate the presentation  
time on the screen to help you achieve better time  
management when giving presentations. Follow these  
steps to utilize this function:  
1.  
2.  
Press Timer Set up on the remote control or go to  
the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer  
menu and press Mode/Enter to display the  
Presentation Timer page.  
Highlight Timer period and decide the timer  
period by pressing  
/
. The length of time  
can be set from 1 to 5 minutes in 1-minute increments and 5 to 240 minutes in 5-  
minute increments.  
3.  
Press  
to highlight Timer display and choose if you want the timer to show up on  
the screen by pressing  
/
.
Selection  
Always  
1 min/2 min/3 min Displays the timer on screen in the last 1/2/3 minute(s).  
Description  
Displays the timer on screen throughout the presentation time.  
Never  
Hides the timer throughout the presentation time.  
4.  
5.  
Press  
to highlight Timer position and set the timer position by pressing  
/
.
Top-Left  
Press  
Bottom-Left  
Top-Right  
Bottom-Right  
to highlight Timer counting direction and select your desired counting  
direction by pressing  
/
.
Selection  
Description  
Count Up  
Increases from 0 to the preset time.  
Decrease from the preset time to 0.  
Count Down  
6.  
7.  
To activate the presentation timer, press  
Mode/Enter.  
A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press Mode/Enter to confirm. You  
will see the message “Timer is On” displaying on the screen. The timer starts counting  
at the time the timer is on.  
and press  
/
to select On and press  
To cancel the timer, perform the following steps.  
Using the remote control.  
Press Timer On and press  
/
to highlight Off and press Mode/Enter.  
Using the OSD menu.  
1.  
Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off.  
Press Mode/Enter. A confirmation message displays.  
2.  
Highlight Yes and press Mode/Enter to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is  
Off!” displaying on the screen.  
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How to use the Timer On key?  
Timer On is a multi-functional key.  
If the presentation timer is off, pressing this key  
displays a confirmation message. You can decide  
whether to activate the timer or not by following  
the on-screen instruction.  
If the timer is already on, pressing this key  
displays a confirmation message. You can decide  
whether to restart, continue or turn off the timer  
by following the on-screen instruction.  
Remote paging operations  
Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a  
USB cable prior to using the paging function. See  
You can operate your display software program (on a  
connected PC) which responds to page up/down  
commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint) by pressing  
Page Up/Down on the remote control.  
If remote paging function doesn't work, check if the  
USB connection is correctly made and the mouse  
driver on your computer is updated to the latest  
version.  
Hiding the image  
In order to draw the audience's full attention to the  
presenter, you can use BLANK on the projector or  
remote control to hide the screen image. Press any key  
on the projector or remote control to restore the  
image. The word 'BLANK' appears at the lower right  
corner of the screen while the image is hidden. When  
this function is activated with an audio input  
connected, the audio can still be heard.  
You can set the blank time in the SYSTEM SETUP:  
Basic > Blank Timer menu to let the projector return the image automatically after a  
period of time when there is no action taken on the blank screen. The length of time can be  
set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments.  
Do not block the projection lens from projecting as this could cause the blocking object to  
become heated.  
No matter Blank Timer is activated or not, you can press any key (except the Page Up/Down  
key) on the projector or remote control to restore the picture.  
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Freezing the image  
Press  
on the remote control to freeze the image.  
The word 'FREEZE' will display in the upper left  
corner of the screen. To release the function, press any  
key (except the Page Up/Down key) on the projector  
or remote control.  
Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures  
are running on the video or other device. If the  
connected devices have active audio output, you will  
still hear the audio even though the image is frozen on  
screen.  
Utilizing FAQ function  
The INFORMATION menu contains possible solutions to problems encountered by users  
regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information.  
To get the FAQ information:  
1.  
2.  
Press  
on the remote control or press  
Menu/Exit to open the OSD menu and press  
/
to highlight the INFORMATION  
to highlight FAQ-Image and  
menu.  
Press  
Installation or FAQ-Features and Service  
based on the information you want to know.  
Press Mode/Enter.  
3.  
4.  
Press  
/
to select a problem and press  
Mode/Enter for possible solutions.  
Press Menu/Exit to exit the OSD.  
5.  
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Operating in a high altitude environment  
We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m  
–3000 m above sea level, and ambient temperature is between 0°C–35°C.  
Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and ambient  
temperature is between 0°C and 35°C. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode  
on under such a condition.  
To activate the High Altitude Mode:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Press Menu/Exit and then press  
highlighted.  
/
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is  
to select On. A  
Press  
to highlight High Altitude Mode and press  
/
confirmation message displays.  
Highlight Yes and press Mode/Enter.  
Operation under "High Altitude Mode" may cause a higher decibel operating noise level  
because of increased fan speed necessary to improve overall system cooling and  
performance.  
If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the above, it may display  
auto shut-down symptoms, which is designed to protect your projector from over-heating.  
In cases like this, you should switch to High Altitude mode to solve these symptoms.  
However, this is not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or  
extreme conditions.  
Adjusting the sound  
The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker(s). Be  
sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connection" on  
page 18 for how the audio input is connected.  
Muting the sound  
To temporarily turn off the sound:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Press Menu/Exit and then press  
highlighted.  
/
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is  
Press  
to highlight Audio Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Audio Settings page  
displays.  
Highlight Mute and press  
/
to select On.  
Adjusting the sound level  
To adjust the sound level, press Volume +/- on the  
remote control, or:  
1.  
2.  
Repeat steps 1-2 above.  
Press to highlight Volume and press  
to select a desired sound level.  
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Personalizing the projector menu display  
The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The  
following settings do not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance.  
Menu display time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the  
length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The time length  
ranges from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments. Use  
frame.  
/
to select a suitable time  
Menu position in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the OSD  
position in five locations. Use to select a preferred position.  
Language in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets your familiar language for the OSD  
menus. Use to select your language.  
Splash Screen in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets a preferred logo screen to be  
displayed during projector start-up. Use to select a screen.  
/
/
/
Shutting down the projector  
I
1.  
Press  
Power and a confirmation message  
displays prompting you.  
If you don't respond in a few seconds, the  
message will disappear.  
I
2.  
Press  
Power a second time. The POWER  
indicator light flashes orange, the projection  
lamp shuts down, and the fans will continue to  
run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down  
the projector.  
To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond  
to any commands during the cooling process.  
To shorten the cooling time, you can also activate  
the Quick Cooling function. See "Quick Cooling"  
on page 50 for details.  
3.  
4.  
Once the cooling process finishes, the POWER  
indicator light is a steady orange and fans stop.  
Disconnect the power cord from the power putlet if the projector will not be used in  
an extended period of time.  
If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, when you attempt to re-start  
the projector, the fans will run for a few minutes to cool down. Press Power again to start  
the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange.  
Lamp life results will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage.  
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Menu operation  
Menu system  
Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type  
selected.  
Main menu Sub-menu  
Options  
Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light  
Green/Blue/Blackboard  
Wall Color  
Aspect Ratio  
Auto/Real/4:3/16:9  
Keystone  
1.  
Position  
DISPLAY  
Phase  
H. Size  
Digital Zoom  
Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/User 1/User  
2
Picture Mode  
Reference Mode Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
Tint  
Sharpness  
2.  
Brilliant Color  
On/Off  
PICTURE  
Color  
Temperature  
T1/T2/T3/T4  
R/G/B/Y/C/M  
Primary Color  
Hue  
3D Color  
Management  
Saturation  
Gain  
Save Settings  
Quick Auto Search  
On/Off  
3. SOURCE  
Color Space Conversion  
(MP625P only)  
Auto/RGB/YUV  
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Timer period  
Timer display  
1~240 minutes  
Always/1 min/2 min/3 min/Never  
Top-Left/Bottom-Left/Top-  
Right/Bottom-Right  
Presentation  
Timer  
Timer position  
Timer counting  
direction  
Count Down/Count Up  
On/Off  
Language  
4.  
SYSTEM  
SETUP:  
Basic  
Front Table/Rear Table/Rear  
Ceiling/Front Ceiling  
Projector Position  
Menu display  
5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25  
sec/30 sec  
time  
Menu Settings  
Center/Top-left/Top-right/Bottom-  
right/Bottom-left  
Menu position  
Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20  
min/25 min/30 min  
Auto Power Off  
Blank Timer  
Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20  
min/25 min/30 min  
Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4  
hr/8 hr/12 hr  
Sleep Timer  
Splash Screen  
Black/Blue/BenQ  
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On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
High Altitude Mode  
Mute  
Audio Settings  
Volume  
Lamp mode  
Normal/Economic  
Lamp Settings Reset lamp timer  
Equivalent lamp hour  
Change password  
Security  
Settings  
5.  
Power on lock  
On/Off  
SYSTEM  
SETUP:  
Advanced  
2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/  
38400/57600/115200  
Baud Rate  
Test Pattern  
On/Off  
Closed Caption  
Enable  
On/Off  
Closed Caption  
Caption Version  
Standby Monitor Out  
Direct power on  
On/Off  
On/Off  
Reset All  
Settings  
FAQ-Image and Installation  
FAQ-Features and Service  
Source  
Picture Mode  
Resolution  
Color System  
Equivalent Lamp Hour  
Firmware Version  
6.  
INFORMATI  
ON  
Current System Status  
Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If  
there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected, limited menu items  
are accessible.  
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Description of each menu  
The default values listed in this manual, especially on pages 46-52, are for reference only.  
They may vary between the projectors due to the continuous improvement to the  
products.  
FUNCTION  
(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is  
not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 35 for details.  
Wall Color  
Aspect Ratio  
Keystone  
There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on  
your input signal source. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 32 for  
details.  
Corrects any keystoning of the image. See "Magnifying and searching  
Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected image,  
use the directional arrow keys. The values shown on the lower position  
of the page change with every key press you made until they reach  
their maximum or minimum.  
Position  
This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is  
selected.  
Adjusts the clock phase to reduce image  
distortion.  
Phase  
(depends on the  
selected input  
signal)  
This function is only available when a PC  
signal (analog RGB) is selected.  
Adjusts the horizontal width of the image.  
H. Size  
This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is  
selected.  
Magnifies or reduces the projected image. See "Magnifying and  
Digital Zoom  
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FUNCTION  
(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your  
projector image set-up to suit your program type. See "Selecting a  
Picture Mode  
Selects a picture mode that best suits your need for the image quality  
and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the  
details.  
Reference  
Mode  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
Adjusts the brightness of the image. See "Adjusting Brightness" on  
page 35 for details.  
Brightness  
Contrast  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the image.  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a  
video image. See "Adjusting Color" on page 35 for details.  
Color  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
This function is only available when a Video or S-Video signal is  
selected and the system format is NTSC or PAL.  
Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See "Adjusting  
Tint" on page 35 for details.  
Tint  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
This function is only available when a Video or S-Video signal is  
selected and the system format is NTSC or PAL..  
Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See "Adjusting  
Sharpness" on page 35 for details.  
Sharpness  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
This function is only available when a Video or S-Video signal is  
selected and the system format is NTSC or PAL.  
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(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Adjusts white peaking while maintaining correct color presentation.  
Brilliant Color  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
Color  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
Temperature  
3D Color  
Management  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
Saves the settings made for User 1 or User 2 mode.  
Save Settings  
This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected.  
Quick Auto  
Search  
Color Space  
Conversion  
(depends on  
the selected  
input signal)  
details.  
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(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time  
Timer period  
Sets a preferred length of time for presentation.  
Timer display  
Sets whether to display the timer on screen.  
Presentation  
Timer  
Timer position  
Sets the position where the timer displays on screen.  
Timer counting direction  
Sets the timer counting direction.  
Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using  
the menus" on page 27 for details.  
Language  
The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with  
one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 14 for details.  
Projector  
Position  
Menu display time  
Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key  
press. The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments.  
Menu  
Settings  
Menu position  
Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position.  
Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is  
detected after a set period of time. See "Setting Auto Power Off" on  
page 54 for details.  
Auto Power  
Off  
Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated, once  
elapsed the image will return to the screen. See "Hiding the image" on  
page 39 for details.  
Blank Timer  
Sleep Timer  
Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between  
30 minutes and 12 hours.  
Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector  
start-up. Three options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, or Blue  
screen.  
Splash  
Screen  
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(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will  
be shortened to a few seconds.  
Quick  
Cooling  
If you attempt to restart the projector right after the quick  
cooling process, it may not be turned on successfully and will  
rerun its cooling fans.  
A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high  
High Altitude  
Mode  
Allows you to enter the audio setting menu.  
Mute  
Audio  
Settings  
Sets the mute function.  
Volume  
Adjusts the audio volume level.  
Lamp mode  
Reset lamp timer  
Lamp  
Settings  
Equivalent lamp hour  
the total lamp hour is calculated.  
Change password  
You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a  
new one.  
Security  
Settings  
Power on lock  
Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you  
can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or  
download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for  
qualified service personnel.  
Baud Rate  
Selecting On enables the function and the projector displays the grid  
test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check that  
the projected image is free from distortion.  
Test Pattern  
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FUNCTION  
(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Closed Caption Enable  
Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal  
carries closed captions.  
Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and  
sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned  
(usually marked as "CC" in TV listings).  
Closed  
Caption  
Set your screen aspect ratio to 4:3. This function is not available  
when the aspect ratio is “16:9” or “Real”.  
Caption Version  
Selects a preferred closed captioning mode.  
Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA  
signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER 1 and  
MONITOR OUT jacks are correctly connected to devices. See  
"Connecting a monitor" on page 19 for how to make the connection.  
Standby  
Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power  
consumption.  
Monitor Out  
The Standby Monitor Out only works when an appropriate D-  
Sub input is made to the COMPUTER 1 jack.  
Selecting On enables the function. See "Starting up the projector" on  
page 24 for details.  
Direct power  
on  
Returns all settings to the factory preset values.  
Reset All  
Settings  
The following settings will still remain: Position, Phase, H. Size,  
User 1, User 2, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude  
Mode, Security Settings, Baud Rate.  
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FUNCTION  
(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
FAQ-Image  
and  
Installation  
Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter.  
FAQ-  
Features and  
Service  
Source  
Shows the current signal source.  
Picture Mode  
Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu.  
Resolution  
Current  
System  
Status  
Shows the native resolution of the input signal.  
Color System  
Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB.  
Equivalent Lamp Hour  
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.  
Firmware Version  
Shows firmware version.  
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Maintenance  
Care of the projector  
Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is  
to keep the lens and case clean.  
Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts  
need replacing.  
Cleaning the lens  
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.  
Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.  
If there is dirt or smears, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner  
and gently wipe the lens surface.  
Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile  
solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or  
maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to  
the projector surface and cabinet material.  
Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.  
Cleaning the projector case  
Before you clean the case, turn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as  
described in "Shutting down the projector" on page 42 and unplug the power cord.  
To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, lint-free cloth.  
To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH  
detergent. Then wipe the case.  
Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage the  
case.  
Storing the projector  
If you need to store the projector for an extended time, please follow the instructions below:  
Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the  
recommended range for the projector. Please refer to "Specifications" on page 61 or  
consult your dealer about the range.  
Retract the adjuster feet.  
Remove the battery from the remote control.  
Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent.  
Transporting the projector  
It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent.  
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Lamp information  
Getting to know the lamp hour  
When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically  
calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as  
follows:  
Total (equivalent) lamp hour  
= 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 4/3 (hours used in normal mode)  
See "Setting Lamp mode as Economic" below for more information on Economic mode.  
The lamp hour in Economic mode is calculated as 3/4 of that in Normal mode. That is,  
using the projector in Economic mode helps to extend the lamp hour by 1/3.  
To obtain the lamp hour information:  
1.  
Press Menu/Exit and then press  
highlighted.  
/
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is  
2.  
Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page  
displays.  
3.  
4.  
You will see the Equivalent lamp hour information displaying on the menu.  
To leave the menu, press Menu/Exit.  
You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu.  
Extending lamp life  
The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 3000-4000 hours  
with proper usage. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings  
via the OSD menu.  
Setting Lamp mode as Economic  
Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by 20%. If the  
Economic mode is selected, the light output will be reduced and result in darker projected  
pictures.  
Setting the projector in Economic mode also extends the lamp operation life. To set  
Economic mode, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings > Lamp mode  
menu and press  
/
.
Setting Auto Power Off  
This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected  
after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life.  
To set Auto Power Off, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Auto Power Off menu and  
press  
/
. The time period can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments. If the  
preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable. The projector will  
not automatically shut down in a certain time period.  
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Timing of replacing the lamp  
When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace  
the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a  
malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.  
The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too  
hot. See "Indicators" on page 59 for details.  
The following lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.  
The warning messages below are for reference only. Please follow the actual on-screen  
instructions to prepare and replace the lamp.  
Status  
Message  
The lamp has been in operation for 3500 hours.  
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the  
projector is normally run with Economic selected  
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until the 3950 hour lamp warning appears.  
The lamp has been in operation for 3950 hours. A  
new lamp should be fitted to avoid the  
inconvenience when the projector runs out of  
lamp time.  
The lamp has been in operation for 4000 hours.  
It is strongly recommended that you replace the  
lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item.  
The lamp brightness diminishes with use. This is  
normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp  
whenever you notice that the brightness level has  
significantly diminished. If the lamp is not  
replaced beforehand, it must be replaced after  
4000 hours usage.  
The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector  
will operate normally.  
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Replacing the lamp  
Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See  
If lamp replacement is performed while the projector is suspended upside-down from the  
ceiling, make sure that no one is underneath the lamp socket to avoid any possible injury  
or damage to the human eyes caused by fractured lamp.  
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the  
power cord before changing the lamp.  
To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes  
before replacing the lamp.  
To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution  
when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.  
To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching  
the lens, do not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.  
This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of  
this lamp in a proper manner.  
To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a  
BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. If the lamp is  
hot, avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled.  
Loosen the screw on the lamp cover.  
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Remove the lamp cover by (a) sliding  
the cover toward the side of the  
projector and (b) lifting it off.  
(b)  
Do not turn the power on with the lamp  
cover removed.  
(a)  
Do not insert your fingers between the  
lamp and the projector. The sharp edges  
inside the projector may cause injuries.  
4.  
Loosen the screws that secure the lamp.  
5.  
Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use  
the handle to slowly pull the lamp out  
of the projector.  
Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp  
to break and scatter broken glass in the  
projector.  
Do not place the lamp in locations where  
water might splash on it, children can  
reach it, or near flammable materials.  
Do not insert your hands into the projector  
after the lamp is removed. If you touch the  
optical components inside, it could cause  
color unevenness and distortion of the  
projected images.  
6.  
Insert the new lamp into the lamp  
compartment and make sure it fits in  
the projector.  
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7.  
Tighten the screws that secure the lamp.  
Loose screw may cause a bad connection,  
which could result in malfunction.  
Do not over tighten the screws.  
8.  
Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and  
locked in place.  
9.  
Replace the lamp cover by sliding it into  
place.  
(a)  
(b)  
10. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp  
cover.  
Loose screw may cause a bad connection,  
which could result in malfunction.  
Do not over tighten the screw.  
11. Restart the projector.  
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.  
Resetting the lamp timer  
12. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen  
Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM  
SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu.  
Press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page  
displays. Press to highlight Reset lamp  
timer and press Mode/Enter. A warning  
message displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press  
Mode/Enter. The lamp time will be reset to '0'.  
Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage.  
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Indicators  
Light  
Status & Description  
POWER TEMP LAMP  
Power events  
Orange  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Stand-by mode  
Powering up  
Green  
Flashing  
Green  
Normal operation  
1.  
The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was  
abnormally shut down without the normal cooling  
down process. Or  
Orange  
Flashing  
2.  
3.  
The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the  
power is turned off. Or  
The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to  
re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please  
contact your dealer for assistance.  
Off  
Off  
Lamp events  
The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-  
start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your  
dealer for assistance.  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Red  
Red  
Flashing  
1.  
2.  
The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or  
Please contact your dealer for assistance.  
Off  
Thermal events  
Red  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Flashing  
The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-  
start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your  
dealer for assistance.  
Off  
Red  
Off  
Orange  
Flashing  
Maintenance  
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Troubleshooting  
The projector does not turn on.  
Cause  
Remedy  
Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the  
projector, and plug the power cord into the  
power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch,  
make sure that it is switched on.  
There is no power from the power  
cable.  
Attempting to turn the projector on  
again during the cooling process.  
Wait until the cooling down process has  
completed.  
No picture  
Cause  
Remedy  
The video source is not turned on or  
connected correctly.  
Turn the video source on and check that the  
signal cable is connected correctly.  
The projector is not correctly  
connected to the input signal device.  
Check the connection.  
Select the correct input signal with the  
SOURCE key on the projector or remote  
control.  
The input signal has not been  
correctly selected.  
The lens cover is still closed.  
Blurred image  
Open the lens cover.  
Cause  
Remedy  
The projection lens is not correctly  
focused.  
Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus  
ring.  
The projector and the screen are not  
aligned properly.  
Adjust the projection angle and direction as  
well as the height of the unit if necessary.  
The lens cover is still closed.  
Open the lens cover.  
Remote control does not work  
Cause  
Remedy  
The battery is out of power.  
Replace the battery with new one.  
There is an obstacle between the  
remote control and the projector.  
Remove the obstacle.  
You are too far away from the  
projector.  
Stand within 8 meters (26 feet) of the  
projector.  
The password is incorrect  
Cause  
Remedy  
procedure" on page 29 for details.  
You do not remember the password.  
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Specifications  
All specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Optical  
Resolution  
(MP625P)  
Control  
RS-232 serial control  
9 pin x 1  
1024 x 768 XGA  
IR receiver x 1  
USB Type B x 1  
(MP615P)  
800 x 600 SVGA  
Input terminals  
Computer input  
RGB input  
Display system  
1-CHIP DMD  
D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 2  
Lens F/Number  
Video signal input  
S-VIDEO  
F = 2.51 to 2.69,  
f = 21.95 to 24.18 mm  
Mini DIN 4-pin port x 1  
VIDEO  
RCA jack x 1  
SD/HDTV signal input  
Analog - Component RCA jack x 3  
(through RGB input)  
(MP625P)  
Lamp  
185 W lamp  
Electrical  
Power supply  
AC100–240V, 2.9 A,  
50-60 Hz (Automatic)  
Digital-HDMI x 1  
Audio signal input  
Audio in  
Power consumption  
PC audio jack x 1  
260 W (Max); < 1 W (Standby)  
Environmental Requirements  
Operating temperature  
Mechanical  
Weight  
0°C°-40°C at sea level  
5.5 lbs (2.5 Kg)  
Operating relative humidity  
10%-90% (without condensation)  
Operating altitude  
Output terminals  
RGB output  
0-1499 m at 0°C°-35°C  
1500-3000 m at 0°C-30°C (with High  
Altitude Mode on)  
D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1  
Speaker  
(Stereo) 2 watt x 1  
Audio signal output  
PC audio jack x 1  
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Dimensions  
264 mm (W) x 108.8 mm (H) x 211.4 mm (D)  
264  
211.4  
108.8  
72.8  
72  
Ceiling mount installation  
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Ceiling mount screws:  
M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm)  
203  
Unit: mm  
100.00  
69.41  
84.00  
71.93  
132  
108.2  
102.7  
264  
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Timing chart  
Supported timing for PC input  
Resolution  
Horizontal  
Frequency  
(kHz)  
Vertical  
Frequency  
(Hz)  
Pixel  
Mode  
Frequency  
(MHz)  
28.322  
25.175  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
56.250  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
94.500  
46.996  
45.000  
51.419  
83.500  
106.500  
122.500  
108.000  
135.000  
157.500  
108  
720 x 400  
640 x 480  
31.469  
31.469  
37.861  
37.500  
43.269  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
53.674  
48.363  
56.476  
60.023  
68.677  
35.820  
37.5  
41.467  
49.702  
62.795  
71.554  
63.981  
79.976  
91.146  
60.000  
85.938  
55.935  
65.317  
75.000  
35.000  
49.722  
60.241  
68.680  
70.087  
59.940  
72.809  
75.000  
85.008  
60.317  
72.188  
75.000  
85.061  
60.004  
70.069  
75.029  
84.997  
60.0  
720 x 400_70  
VGA_60  
VGA_72  
VGA_75  
VGA_85  
SVGA_60  
SVGA_72  
SVGA_75  
SVGA_85  
XGA_60  
800 x 600  
1024 x 768  
XGA_70  
XGA_75  
XGA_85  
1024 x 576  
1024 x 600  
1024 x 600  
1280 x 800  
Netbook_1  
Netbook_2  
Netbook_3  
WXGA_60  
WXGA_75  
WXGA_85  
SXGA_60  
SXGA_75  
SXGA_85  
1280 x 960_60  
1280 x 960_85  
WXGA+_60  
SXGA+_60  
UXGA  
60.0  
64.995  
59.810  
74.934  
84.880  
60.020  
75.025  
85.024  
60.000  
85.002  
59.887  
59.978  
60.000  
66.667  
74.546  
75.020  
75.060  
1280 x 1024  
1280 x 960  
148.500  
106.500  
121.750  
162.000  
30.240  
57.280  
80.000  
100.000  
1440 x 900  
1400 x 1050  
1600 x 1200  
640 x 480@67Hz  
832 x 624@75Hz  
1024 x 768@75Hz  
1152 x 870@75Hz  
MAC13  
MAC16  
MAC19  
MAC21  
Specifications  
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Supported timing for HDMI input  
Resolution  
Horizontal  
Frequency  
(kHz)  
31.469  
31.469  
37.861  
37.500  
43.269  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
53.674  
48.363  
56.476  
60.023  
68.677  
49.702  
62.795  
71.554  
63.981  
79.976  
91.146  
60.000  
85.938  
55.935  
65.317  
75.000  
35.000  
49.722  
60.241  
68.680  
31.47  
Vertical  
Frequency  
(Hz)  
Pixel  
Mode  
Frequency  
(MHz)  
28.322  
25.175  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
56.250  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
94.500  
83.500  
106.500  
122.500  
108.000  
135.000  
157.500  
108  
720 x 400  
640 x 480  
70.087  
59.940  
72.809  
75.000  
85.008  
60.317  
72.188  
75.000  
85.061  
60.004  
70.069  
75.029  
84.997  
59.810  
74.934  
84.880  
60.020  
75.025  
85.024  
60.000  
85.002  
59.887  
59.978  
60.000  
66.667  
74.546  
75.020  
75.060  
60  
720 x 400_70  
VGA_60  
VGA_72  
VGA_75  
VGA_85  
SVGA_60  
SVGA_72  
SVGA_75  
SVGA_85  
XGA_60  
XGA_70  
XGA_75  
XGA_85  
WXGA_60  
WXGA_75  
WXGA_85  
SXGA_60  
SXGA_75  
SXGA_85  
1280 x 960_60  
1280 x 960_85  
WXGA+_60  
SXGA+_60  
UXGA  
800 x 600  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 800  
1280 x 1024  
1280 x 960  
148.500  
106.500  
121.750  
162.000  
30.240  
57.280  
80.000  
100.000  
27  
1440 x 900  
1400 x 1050  
1600 x 1200  
640 x 480@67Hz  
832 x 624@75Hz  
1024 x 768@75Hz  
1152 x 870@75Hz  
VIDEO  
MAC13  
MAC16  
MAC19  
MAC21  
480p  
31.25  
45.00  
37.50  
50  
60  
50  
27  
74.25  
74.25  
576p  
720p_60  
720_50  
(HDCP)  
33.75  
28.13  
67.5  
60  
50  
60  
74.25  
74.25  
148.5  
1080i_60  
1080i_50  
1080p  
56.25  
50  
148.5  
1080p  
Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image  
vibration.  
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Signal Format  
Horizontal Frequency  
Vertical Frequency (Hz)  
(kHz)  
15.73  
31.47  
15.63  
31.25  
45.00  
37.50  
33.75  
28.13  
67.5  
480i(525i)@60Hz  
59.94  
59.94  
50.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
480p(525p)@60Hz  
576i(625i)@50Hz  
576p(625p)@50Hz  
720p(750p)@60Hz  
720p(750p)@50Hz  
1080i(1125i)@60Hz  
1080i(1125i)@50Hz  
1080p@60Hz  
1080p@50Hz  
56.25  
Displaying a 1080i@60Hz or 1080i@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.  
Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs  
Video mode  
Horizontal  
Frequency (kHz)  
15.73  
Vertical  
Color sub-carrier  
Frequency (MHz)  
Frequency (Hz)  
NTSC  
PAL  
60  
50  
50  
60  
50  
60  
60  
3.58  
4.43  
4.25 or 4.41  
3.58  
15.63  
SECAM  
PAL-M  
PAL-N  
PAL-60  
NTSC4.43  
15.63  
15.73  
15.63  
15.73  
3.58  
4.43  
4.43  
15.73  
Specifications  
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Limited warranty  
BenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal  
usage and storage.  
Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim. In the event this product is  
found to be defective within the warranty period, BenQ's only obligation and your exclusive  
remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts (labor included). To obtain warranty  
service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects.  
Important: The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to operate the product in  
accordance with BenQ's written instructions, especially the ambient humidity must be in-  
between 10% and 90%, temperature in-between 0°C and 35°C, altitude lower than 4920  
feet, and avoiding to operate the projector in a dusty environment. This warranty gives you  
specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from country to country.  
Copyright  
Copyright 2009 by BenQ Corporation. 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.  
Disclaimer  
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 to notify any person of such revision or changes.  
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Regulation statements  
FCC statement  
CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not  
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to  
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user  
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
— Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.  
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
EEC statement  
This machine was tested against the 89/336/EEC (European Economic Community) for  
EMC (Electronic Magnetic Compatibility) and fulfills these requirements.  
WEEE directive  
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in private households  
in the European Union.  
This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this can  
not be disposed of as household waste. You must dispose of your waste  
equipment by handling it over to the applicable take-back scheme for the  
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For more information  
about recycling of this equipment, please contact your city office, the shop  
where you purchased the equipment or your household waste disposal  
service. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources  
and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and  
environment.  
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Accessibility Requirements for Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section  
508  
BenQ’s commitment to accessible products allows us to support government in making  
accessible technology choices BenQ’s LCD monitors and projectors are compliant with  
Section 508 guidelines by including the assistive features as below:  
BenQ’s monitors have colored “Power” indicators. While the indicator shows green, it means that  
the monitor is using the full power. While the indicator shows yellow or amber, it means that the  
monitor is in suspend or sleep mode and is using less than 2 watts of electricity.  
BenQ’s monitors have a variety of settings of pre-programmed flicker-free timing to make the  
screen shown on the monitor readily accessible. The default timing setting is automatically turned  
on every time the monitor is powered up, and thus reduces the hassle of user intervention.  
BenQ’s monitors and projectors have options for brightness and contrast adjustments that text  
and images could be displayed differently to meet the demands of the visually impaired. Other  
similar adjustments are also available by using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls on the  
products.  
BenQ’s monitors and projectors include user-selectable color controls, such as color temperature  
selections (Monitor: 5800K, 6500K and 9300K, Projector: 5500K, 6500K, 7500K and 9300K), with  
a wide range of contrast levels.  
BenQ’s multimedia monitors and projectors usually have one or two speakers for audio  
performance which allow users (including hearing impaired) to interact with the computer  
systems connected. Speaker controls are typically located on the front-panel.  
Firmware of BenQ’s monitors and projectors contain unique product information that helps  
computer systems to identify BenQ products and activate their Plug-and-Play function when  
connected.  
All BenQ’s monitors and projectors are compatible with the PC99 standard. For example,  
connectors are color-coded to help users easily connecting products to computer systems  
correctly.  
Some models of BenQ’s monitors and projectors contain additional USB and DVI ports for  
connection to more devices such as a special headphone to assist the hearing impaired.  
All BenQ monitors and projectors come with user manuals on compact discs which could be  
easily read by commercial software such as Adobe Reader via a connected computer system.  
BenQ’s customer service provides answers and assistance to all our customers through phone  
calls, facsimiles, e-mails, or web sites.  
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