BenQ Thermometer SP920P User Manual

SP920P Digital Projector  
User Manual  
Welcome  
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Thank you for your purchase of this quality BenQ projector! It has been designed to provide you with an  
enjoyable viewing experience in various situations. For the best results, please read this manual through carefully  
as it is your guide through the control menus and operation.  
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.  
1. Please read this manual before you operate 4. Do not place this projector in any of the  
your projector. Save it for future reference.  
following environments.  
- 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.  
2. Do not look straight at the projector lens  
during operation. The intense light beam may  
damage your eyes.  
3. Refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel.  
- 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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5. 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).  
9. 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.  
6. 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 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.  
7. 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.  
11. 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.  
8. Never replace the lamp assembly or any  
electronic components unless the projector is  
unplugged.  
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12. 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.  
17. 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.  
13. Do not stand the projector on end vertically.  
Doing so may cause the projector to fall over,  
causing injury or resulting in damage to the  
projector.  
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.  
14. 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.  
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.  
15. 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.  
16. 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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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.  
Selectable dual-lamp projection capable of displaying super-bright images  
Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors  
Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process  
Selectable password protected function  
Up to 11 sets of picture modes providing multiple choices for different projection purposes  
3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking  
Splash Screen lock to prevent unauthorized use  
Selectable quick cooling function makes the projector cool in a shorter time  
FAQ to troubleshoot operational problems with one quick key press  
Presentation timer for a better control of time during presentations  
High quality manual zoom lens  
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  
Ability to display 16.7 million colors  
Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus  
Built-in speakers provide mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected  
Powerful AV function to provide high quality video image  
Component HDTV compatibility (YPbPr)  
HDCP compatibility  
HDMI 1.3 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.  
(KOREA)  
(AU)  
(CHINA)  
(JAPAN)  
(UK)  
(US)  
(EU)  
Projector  
Power cord  
VGA cable  
Remote control with  
batteries  
Quick start guide  
Multi-language user  
manual CD  
User manual  
Warranty card*  
Optional accessories  
If you need to purchase the accessories listed below, please also contact your local dealer.  
1. Spare lamp kit  
2. Ceiling mount kit  
3. Presentation Plus  
4. RS232 cable  
Installing or replacing the remote control batteries  
1. To open the battery cover, turn the remote control over to  
view its back, push on the finger grip on the cover and slide  
it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. The cover  
will slide off.  
2. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two  
AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated  
in the base of the battery compartment. Positive (+) goes to  
positive and negative (-) goes to negative.  
3. Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and sliding it  
back down into position. Stop when it clicks into place.  
Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment like the  
kitchen, bathroom, sauna, sunroom or in a closed car.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.  
Dispose of the used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions and local environment  
regulations for your region.  
Never throw the batteries into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.  
If the batteries are dead or if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time,  
remove the batteries to avoid damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.  
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Projector exterior view  
1. Lamp cover  
2. Vent (heated air exhaust)  
3. Projection lens  
Front/upper side  
4. External control panel  
(See page 9 for details.)  
5. Focus ring and Zoom ring  
(See page 9 for details.)  
6. Vent (cool air intake)  
7. Front IR remote sensor  
8. AC power cord inlet  
9. Adjuster feet  
10. Kensington anti-theft lock slot  
11. Speaker grill  
12. Ceiling mount holes  
13. Rear IR remote sensor  
14. Wired remote control port  
15. Audio signal input socket  
16. RS232 control port  
17. USB socket  
Rear/lower side  
See "Connection" on page 16 for connection details.  
18. HDMI port  
19. DVI-D signal input socket  
20. RGB (PC)/Component Video  
(YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input  
socket  
21. DC 12V output terminal  
Used to trigger external devices  
such as an electric screen or light  
control, etc. Consult your dealer  
for how to connect these devices.  
22. RGB signal output socket  
23. Component Video (YPbPr/  
YCbCr) signal input sockets  
24. S-Video signal input socket  
25. Composite Video signal input  
socket  
26. Vent (heated air exhaust)  
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Controls and functions  
Projector  
9. MODE  
Depending upon which input signal is selected,  
selects an available picture setup mode. See  
10. ASPECT  
Selects the display aspect ratio. See "Selecting the  
11. AUTO  
Automatically determines the best picture timings  
for the displayed picture. See "Auto-adjusting the  
image" on page 28 for details.  
12. Keystone/Arrow keys (  
/
Up,  
/
Down)  
Manually corrects distorted images resulting from  
an angled projection. See "Correcting keystone" on  
page 29 for details.  
1. Focus ring  
Left/  
Adjusts the focus of the projected picture. See  
for details.  
Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing FAQ  
function" on page 36 for details.  
Right/  
2. Zoom ring  
Locks the keys on the projector. See "Locking  
Adjusts the size of the projected picture. See "Fine-  
details.  
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is  
activated, the arrow keys are used as directional  
arrows to select the desired menu items and to  
make adjustments. See "Using the On-Screen  
3. POWER indicator light  
Lights up or flashes when the projector is under  
operation. See "Indicators" on page 50 for details.  
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4.  
Power  
13. SOURCE  
Toggles the projector between standby mode and  
details.  
Displays the source selection bar. See "Switching  
14. ENTER  
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu  
menus" on page 24 for details.  
5. MENU/EXIT  
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.  
When the OSD menu is activated, exits and saves  
the menu settings. See "Using the On-Screen  
6. BLANK  
Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding the  
image" on page 36 for details.  
7. TEMPerature indicator light  
Lights up if the projector's temperature becomes  
too high. See "Indicators" on page 50 for details.  
8. LAMP indicator light  
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up when the  
lamp has developed a problem. See "Indicators" on  
page 50 for details.  
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Remote control  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Left/  
Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing FAQ  
function" on page 36 for details.  
BLANK  
Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding the  
image" on page 36 for details.  
ENTER  
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD)  
TIMER ON/SHOW  
9.  
Activates or displays an on-screen timer based on  
your own timer setting. See "Setting the  
10. BRIGHTNESS  
Displays the BRIGHTNESS adjustment bar. See  
11. CONTRAST  
Displays the CONTRAST adjustment bar. See  
12. TIMER SETUP  
Enters presentation timer setting directly. See  
details.  
13. Indicator light  
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1.  
Power  
Flashes or lights red when any key on the remote  
control is pressed.  
14. MODE  
Toggles the projector between standby mode and  
details.  
Depending upon which input signal is selected,  
selects an available picture mode. See "Selecting a  
2.  
3.  
ASPECT  
Selects the display aspect ratio. See "Selecting the  
CAPTURE  
15. FREEZE  
Freezes the projected picture. See "Freezing the  
image" on page 36 for details.  
Captures the projected picture and save it as your  
startup screen. See "Creating your own startup  
screen" on page 38 for details.  
16. MUTE  
Toggles projector audio between on and off. See  
17. AUTO  
4.  
5.  
Keystone/Arrow keys (  
/
Up,  
/
Down)  
Manually corrects distorted images resulting from  
an angled projection. See "Correcting keystone"  
on page 29 for details.  
Automatically determines the best picture timings  
for the displayed picture. See "Auto-adjusting the  
image" on page 28 for details.  
MENU/EXIT  
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.  
When the OSD menu is activated, exits and saves  
the menu settings. See "Using the On-Screen  
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Remote control effective range  
18.  
Right/  
Locks the keys on the projector. See "Locking  
Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on  
the front and the back of the projector. The remote  
control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees  
perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control  
sensors to function correctly. The distance between the  
remote control and the sensors should not exceed 8  
meters (~ 26 feet).  
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is  
activated, the #4, #6 and #18 keys are used as  
directional arrows to select the desired menu  
items and to make adjustments. See "Using the  
details.  
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the  
remote control and the IR sensors on the projector that  
might obstruct the infra-red beam.  
19. SOURCE  
Displays the source selection bar. See "Switching  
20. LASER  
Operating the projector from the front  
Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation  
page 11 for details.  
21. PAGE  
/
Operate your display software program (on a  
connected PC) which responds to page up/down  
commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint). See  
details.  
Operating the projector from the rear  
22. D. ZOOM (+, -)  
Magnifies or reduces the projected image size. See  
for details.  
Operating the LASER pointer  
The LASER Pointer is a presentation aid  
for professionals. It emits red colored  
light when you press it and the indicator  
lights up red.  
The laser beam is visible. It is necessary to  
press and hold LASER for continuous  
output.  
Making the remote control a wired control  
The remote control is equipped with a jack on the top  
allowing connection to the projector with a 2.5mm  
mini jack cable available in the market. This helps you  
easily locate the remote control when needed as it is  
connected to the projector and within the distance no  
greater than the cable’s length.  
Do not look into the laser light  
window or shine the laser light beam on  
yourself or others. See the warning messages  
on the back of the remote control prior to  
using it.  
The laser pointer is not a toy. Parents should be  
mindful of the dangers of laser energy and keep this  
remote control out of the reach of children.  
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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  
3. Rear Table  
Select this location with the projector placed near the Select this location with the projector placed near the  
floor in front of the screen. This is the most common floor behind the screen.  
way to position the projector for quick setup and  
portability.  
Note that a special rear projection screen is required.  
*Set Rear Table after you turn the projector on.  
4. Rear Ceiling  
2. Front Ceiling  
Select this location with the projector suspended  
upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen.  
Select this location with the projector suspended  
upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen.  
Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ  
projector ceiling mount kit are required for this  
installation location.  
Purchase the BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from  
your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.  
*Set Front Ceiling after you turn the projector on.  
*Set Rear Ceiling after you turn the projector on.  
*To set the projector position:  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote control and then press  
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu is highlighted.  
/
Presentation Timer  
Language  
English  
Front Table  
Disable  
Disable  
Off  
Projector Position  
Auto Power Off  
Blank Timer  
2. Press  
correct position is selected.  
/
to highlight Projector Position and press  
/
until the  
Panel Key Lock  
Sleep Timer  
Disable  
Splash Screen  
My Screen  
BenQ  
Analog RGB  
MENU Exit  
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Obtaining a preferred projected image size  
The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, 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 16:9 aspect image scaled to  
aspect display area  
a 4:3 aspect display area  
Thus, a 16:9 aspect image will not utilize 25% of the height of a 4:3 aspect image displayed by this projector. This  
will be seen as darkened (unlit) bars along the top and bottom (vertical 12.5% height respectively) of the 4:3  
projection display area whenever displaying a scaled 16:9 aspect image in the vertical center of the 4:3 projection  
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).  
The modern digital projector does not project directly forward (like older style reel-to-reel film projectors did).  
Instead, digital projectors are designed to project at a slightly upward angle above the horizontal plane of the  
projector. This is so that they can be readily placed on a table and will project forward and upwards onto a screen  
positioned so that the bottom edge of the screen is above the level of the table (and everyone in the room can see  
the screen).  
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 15, 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. Select your screen size.  
2. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled "4:3 screen  
diagonal". 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. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical offset in mm" value. This  
will determine the final vertical offset placement of the projector in relation to the edge of the screen.  
4. 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 4416 mm and with a vertical  
offset of 210 mm.  
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 29 for details.  
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. Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the screen. This is the  
projection distance.  
2. Refer to the table 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. Using this value, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding screen diagonal listed in that row.  
That is the projected image size of the projector at that projection distance.  
4. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical offset in 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 4.5 m (4500 mm), the closest match in the "Average"  
column is 4416 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 120-inch screen is required. If you can only obtain  
metric sized screens, the listed screen sizes on either side of the 120-inch screen are the 3.0 m (3000 mm) and 3.5  
m (3500 mm) screens.  
Checking the min and max projection distance values for these screen sizes, indicates that the 4.5 m measured  
projection distance will also fit the 3.0 m (3000 mm) size screen. Be aware that these different screens have  
different vertical offset values.  
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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Projection dimensions  
Refer to "Dimensions" on page 52 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  
4:3 screen diagonal  
Feet Inches mm  
Distance from screen in mm  
Vertical offset  
in mm  
Min length  
Average  
Max length  
(with max.  
(with min.  
zoom)  
zoom)  
1635  
2012  
2044  
2453  
2683  
2862  
3271  
3353  
3680  
4024  
4089  
4695  
4906  
5366  
6133  
6707  
7359  
8048  
10221  
4.0  
48  
59  
60  
72  
79  
84  
96  
98  
108  
118  
120  
138  
144  
157  
180  
197  
216  
236  
300  
1219  
1500  
1524  
1829  
2000  
2134  
2438  
2500  
2743  
3000  
3048  
3500  
3658  
4000  
4572  
5000  
5486  
6000  
7620  
1766  
2173  
2208  
2649  
2897  
3091  
3533  
3622  
3974  
4346  
4416  
5070  
5299  
5795  
6624  
7244  
7948  
8692  
11039  
1897  
2334  
2371  
2846  
3112  
3320  
3794  
3890  
4268  
4668  
4743  
5446  
5691  
6224  
7114  
7780  
8537  
9336  
11857  
84  
104  
105  
126  
138  
147  
168  
173  
189  
207  
210  
242  
252  
276  
315  
345  
379  
414  
526  
5.0  
6.0  
7.0  
8.0  
9.0  
10.0  
12.0  
15.0  
18.0  
25.0  
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Connection  
When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:  
1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.  
2. Use the correct signal cables for each source.  
3. 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 7). They are commercially available from electronics stores.  
Connecting a computer or monitor  
Connecting a computer  
The projector provides a VGA input socket that allows you to connect it to both IBM® compatibles and  
Macintosh® computers. A Mac adapter (an optional accessory) is needed if you are connecting legacy version  
Macintosh computers.  
Additionally, you can also connect the projector to a computer via the USB cable so you can perform paging  
operations of the application on the PC or notebook.  
To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer:  
With a VGA cable:  
With a DVI-D cable:  
With a HDMI cable:  
Your computer must be  
Your computer must  
equipped with a DVI-D  
output socket.  
be equipped with a  
HDMI output socket.  
1. Take a VGA cable and connect 1. Take a DVI-D cable and  
1. Take a HDMI cable and  
connect one end to the  
HDMI socket of the  
one end to the D-Sub output  
socket of the computer.  
Connect the other end of the  
VGA cable to the D-SUB/  
COMP. IN signal input socket  
on the projector.  
connect one end to the DVI-D  
output socket of the computer.  
Connect the other end of the  
cable to the DVI-D signal input  
socket on the projector.  
computer. Connect the  
other end of the cable to the  
HDMI signal input socket  
on the projector.  
2. If you wish to use the remote paging function, take a USB cable and connect the larger end to the USB port  
of the computer, and the smaller end to the  
(USB) socket on the projector. See "Remote paging  
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speakers in your presentations, take a suitable  
audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the computer, and the other  
end to the AUDIO socket of the projector.  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
Many notebooks do not turn  
Notebook  
or desktop  
computer  
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  
1. VGA cable  
1. DVI-D cable  
1. HDMI cable  
2. USB cable  
3. Audio cable  
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.  
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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 D-SUB  
OUT signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA or VGA to DVI-A cable by  
following the instructions below.  
To connect the projector to a monitor:  
With a VGA cable:  
With a VGA to DVI-A cable:  
Your monitor must be equipped with a DVI  
input socket.  
1. Connect the projector to a computer as described 1. Connect the projector to a computer as described  
The D-SUB output only works when an  
appropriate D-SUB input is made to the  
projector. Be sure the projector is connecting with  
the computer using the D-SUB/COMP. IN  
socket, not the DVI-D socket.  
The D-SUB output only works when an  
appropriate D-SUB input is made to the  
projector. Be sure the projector is connecting with  
the computer using the D-SUB/COMP. IN  
socket, not the DVI-D socket.  
2. Take a suitable VGA cable (only one supplied)  
and connect one end of the cable to the D-Sub  
input socket of the video monitor.  
2. Take a VGA to DVI-A cable and connect the DVI  
end of the cable to the DVI input socket of the  
video monitor.  
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the D-SUB 3. Connect the VGA end of the cable to the D-SUB  
OUT socket on the projector. OUT socket on the projector.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
Notebook  
or desktop  
computer  
(DVI)  
or  
1. VGA cable  
(VGA)  
2. VGA to DVI-A cable  
2. VGA cable  
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Connecting Video source devices  
This section describes how to connect the projector to Video source devices using video cables. Video cable  
connections are recommended for Video presentations.  
You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output  
sockets:  
HDMI  
DVI-D  
Component Video  
S-Video  
Video (composite)  
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:  
Best video quality  
The best available video connection method is HDMI. If your source device is equipped with a HDMI socket,  
you can enjoy uncompressed digital video quality.  
See "Connecting a HDMI source device" on page 19 for how to connect the projector to a HDMI source device  
and other details.  
If no HDMI source is available, the next best video signal is DVI-D. If your source device is equipped with a DVI-  
D socket, you can enjoy digital video quality.  
See "Connecting a DVI-D source device" on page 20 for how to connect the projector to a DVI-D source device  
and other details.  
If no DVI-D source is available, the next best video signal is Component Video (not to be confused with  
composite Video). Digital TV tuners and DVD players output Component Video natively, so if available on your  
devices, they should be your connection method of choice in preference to S-Video or (composite) Video.  
See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 21 for how to connect the projector to a  
Component Video device.  
Better video quality  
The S-Video method provides a better quality analog video than standard composite Video. If you have both  
composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your Video source device, you should elect to use the S-Video  
option.  
Least video quality  
Composite Video is an analog video and will result in a perfectly acceptable, but less than optimal result from  
your projector, being the least video quality of the available methods described here.  
an S-Video or Video device.  
Connecting Audio  
The projector has built-in mono speakers which are designed to provide basic audio functionality accompanying  
data presentations for business purposes only. They are 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 speakers.  
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Connecting a HDMI source device  
The projector provides a HDMI input socket that allows you to connect it to a 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 source device to determine if it has an unused HDMI output socket 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 HDMI source device:  
1. Take a HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI output socket of the HDMI source device. Connect  
the other end of the cable to the HDMI signal input socket on the projector.  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Audio  
Settings" on page 44 for details.  
In the unlikely event that  
you connect the projector  
to a DVD player and the  
projected picture displays  
wrong colors, please  
change the color space to  
details.  
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If no signal is detected after  
establishing the  
HDMI  
cable  
connection, turn off the  
Quick Auto Search function  
in the SOURCE menu. See  
page 27 for details.  
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Connecting a DVI-D source device  
The projector provides a DVI-D input socket that allows you to connect it to a DVI-D source device like a DVD  
player.  
DVI-D format is used to directly carry a digital signal to a digital display without signal conversion. The pure  
digital connection provides faster and higher image quality than an analog connection, due to the nature of the  
digital format.  
Examine your source device to determine if it has an unused DVI-D output socket 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 DVI-D source device:  
1. Take a DVI-D cable and connect one end to the DVI-D output socket of the DVI-D source device. Connect  
the other end of the cable to the DVI-D signal input socket on the projector.  
2. If you wish to make use the projector (mixed mono) speakers, take a suitable audio cable and connect one  
end of the cable to the audio output sockets of the video device, and the other end to the AUDIO socket of  
the projector.  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Audio  
Settings" on page 44 for details.  
The projector is only  
capable of playing mixed  
mono audio, even if a  
stereo audio input is  
connected. See  
AV device  
page 18 for details.  
In the unlikely event that  
you connect the projector  
to a DVD player and the  
projected picture displays  
wrong colors, please  
change the color space to  
details.  
Audio  
cable  
DVI-D  
cable  
If no signal is detected after  
establishing the  
connection, turn off the  
Quick Auto Search function  
in the SOURCE menu. See  
page 27 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 sockets  
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:  
With a Component Video cable:  
With a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub)  
adaptor cable:  
1. Take a Component Video cable and connect the 1. Take a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub)  
end with 3 RCA type connectors to the  
Component Video output sockets of the Video  
source device. Match the color of the plugs to the  
color of the sockets; green to green, blue to blue,  
and red to red.  
adaptor cable and connect the end with 3 RCA  
type connectors to the Component Video output  
sockets of the Video source device. Match the  
color of the plugs to the color of the sockets; green  
to green, blue to blue, and red to red.  
2. Connect the other end with 3 RCA type  
connectors to the COMPONENT sockets of the  
projector. Match the color of the plugs to the  
color of the sockets; green to green, blue to blue,  
and red to red.  
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed  
mono) speakers in your presentations, take a  
suitable audio cable and connect one end of the  
cable to the audio output socket of the device, and  
the other end to the AUDIO socket of the  
projector.  
2. Connect the other end of the Component Video  
to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable (with a D-Sub  
type connector) to the D-SUB/COMP. IN socket  
on the projector.  
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed  
mono) speakers in your presentations, take a  
suitable audio cable and connect one end of the  
cable to the audio output socket of the device, and  
the other end to the AUDIO socket of the  
projector.  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by  
the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.  
See "Audio Settings" on page 44 for details.  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by  
the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.  
See "Audio Settings" on page 44 for details.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
The projector is only capable  
of playing mixed mono  
audio, even if a stereo audio  
input is connected. See  
18 for details.  
AV device  
If the selected video image is  
not displayed after the  
Component  
Video cable  
projector is turned on and  
the correct video source has  
been selected, check that the  
Video source device is  
or  
Component  
Video to VGA  
(D-Sub) adaptor  
cable  
Audio  
cable  
turned on and operating  
correctly. Also check that the  
signal cables have been  
connected correctly.  
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Connecting an S-Video or a composite Video source device  
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video or Video output socket available:  
If it has both sockets, use the S-Video output socket for connection as the S-Video terminal provides better  
picture quality than the Video terminal. See "Connecting Video source devices" on page 18 for details.  
If it has either of the output socket, you can also continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and the video source  
device, you need not connect to this device again using an S-Video or composite Video connection as this  
makes an unnecessary second connection of poorer picture quality. You need only connect using a  
composite Video connection if both Component Video and S-Video are not supplied on the video source  
device (for example, with some analog video cameras).  
To connect the projector to an S-Video/Video source device:  
1. Take an S-Video/Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video/Video output socket of the Video source  
device.  
2. Connect the other end of the S-Video/Video cable to the S-VIDEO/VIDEO socket on the projector.  
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speakers in your presentations, take a suitable audio  
cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the device, and the other end to the  
AUDIO socket of the projector.  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Audio  
Settings" on page 44 for details.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
The projector is only  
capable of playing mixed  
mono audio, even if a  
stereo audio input is  
connected. See  
AV device  
page 18 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.  
or 1  
1. Video cable  
1. S-Video cable  
3. Audio cable  
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Starting up the projector  
1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket.  
Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted).  
For safety reasons, use a 15A  
extension cord if needed.  
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2. Press  
Power on the projector or remote control to start the  
projector. As soon as the lamp lights up, a "Power On Tone" will  
be heard. 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 fans for approximately  
90 seconds before energizing the  
lamp.  
To turn of the ring tone, see "Turning off the Power on/off ring  
tone" on page 38 for details.  
3. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to  
enter a six digit password. See "Utilizing the password function"  
on page 25 for details.  
4. Switch all of the connected equipment on.  
5. 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 'No  
Signal' message will continue displaying until an input signal is  
found.  
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  
page 53 for details.  
You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control  
to select your desired input signal. See "Switching input signal"  
on page 27 for details.  
To maintain the lamp life, once  
you turn the projector on, wait  
at least 5 minutes before turing  
if off.  
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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) 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  
DISPLAY  
Main menu  
Off  
Wall Color  
Aspect Ratio  
Keystone  
Auto  
Highlight  
Sub-menu  
Position  
Phase  
ENTER  
Status  
0
0
H. Size  
Digital Zoom  
Press MENU/EXIT  
back to the previous  
page or to exit.  
Analog RGB  
MENU  
Exit  
Current input signal  
To use the OSD menus, please set the OSD menu to your familiar language first.  
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote control 2. Press  
to highlight Language and press  
to select a preferred language.  
to turn the OSD menu on.  
/
DISPLAY  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  
Off  
Wall Color  
Aspect Ratio  
Keystone  
Presentation Timer  
Language  
Auto  
English  
Projector Position  
Auto Power Off  
Blank Timer  
Front Table  
Disable  
Disable  
Position  
Phase  
H. Size  
0
0
Panel Key Lock  
Sleep Timer  
Off  
Digital Zoom  
Disable  
BenQ  
Splash Screen  
My Screen  
Analog RGB  
MENU Exit  
Analog RGB  
MENU Exit  
4. Press MENU/EXIT twice* on the projector  
or remote control to leave and save the  
settings.  
3. Use  
menu.  
/
to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  
*The first press leads you back to the  
main menu and the second press closes  
the OSD menu.  
Presentation Timer  
Language  
English  
Front Table  
Disable  
Disable  
Off  
Projector Position  
Auto Power Off  
Blank Timer  
Panel Key Lock  
Sleep Timer  
Disable  
Splash Screen  
My Screen  
BenQ  
Analog RGB  
MENU Exit  
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 a Kensington  
lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the left side of the projector. See item 10 on  
page 8 for details.  
A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and a lock. Refer to the lock’s documentation  
for finding out how to use it.  
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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.  
You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password 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 and the power on lock is activated, the projector cannot be used unless the  
correct password is entered every time the projector is started.  
Once a password has been set and the Splash Screen Lock is activated, you cannot change the splash  
screen that displays at projector startup unless the correct password is entered.  
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings menu. Press ENTER on  
the projector or remote control. The Security Settings page displays.  
2. Highlight Change Security Settings and press ENTER on the projector or remote control.  
3. As pictured to the right, the four arrow keys (  
,
,
,
) respectively  
INPUT NEW PASSWORD  
Power On Lock and Splash Screen Lock  
use the same password.  
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.  
5. To activate the Power On Lock function, press  
On Lock and press to select On.  
6. To activate the Splash Screen Lock function, press  
Splash Screen Lock and press to select On.  
/
to highlight Power  
MENU Back  
/
/
to highlight  
/
When the Splash Screen Lock is activated, the My Screen function in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu will  
be password-protected.  
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.  
7. 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 INPUT PASSWORD message follows. You can retry  
by entering another six-digit password, or if you did not record the 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 26 for details.  
Password Error  
Please try again.  
If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will  
automatically shut down in a short time.  
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Entering the password recall procedure  
Press and hold AUTO on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds.  
The projector will display a coded number on the screen. 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.  
RECALL PASSWORD  
Please write down the recall code,  
and contact BenQ  
Customer Center.  
Recall Code:  
0 2 1 2  
MENU  
Exit  
Changing the password  
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced> Security Settings > Change Password  
menu.  
2. Press ENTER on the projector or remote control. The message 'INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD' displays.  
3. Enter the old password.  
i. If the password is correct, another message 'INPUT NEW PASSWORD' displays.  
ii. 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.  
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. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.  
6. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector.  
Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is  
Password Changed  
started.  
7. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.  
Disabling the password function  
To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings > Change  
Security Settings menu after opening the OSD menu system. Press ENTER. The message 'INPUT PASSWORD'  
displays. Enter the current password.  
i. If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page.  
Press to highlight Power On Lock and press  
/
to select Off. You will not have to enter the  
password next time when turning on the projector.  
Press to highlight Splash Screen Lock and press  
/
to select Off. The Splash Screen function in  
the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu will be available for your change.  
ii. 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 search 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  
ENTER on the projector or remote control.  
/
Once detected, the selected source information will display at  
the corner of the screen for seconds. If there is multiple  
equipment connected to the projector, repeat steps 1-2 to search  
for another signal.  
D-Sub/Comp.  
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).  
Component  
DVI-D  
HDMI  
The input signal type effects the options available for the  
details.  
Video  
S-Video  
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.  
Changing Color Space  
In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s DVI-D input and the  
projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV.  
To do this:  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
2. Press to highlight Color Space Conversion and press  
/
until the SOURCE menu is highlighted.  
to select YUV.  
/
This function is only available when the DVI-D or HDMI input socket is in use.  
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Adjusting the projected image  
Adjusting the projection angle  
The projector is equipped with 4 adjuster feet. These adjusters change  
the picture height and projection angle.  
To adjust the projector, slightly lift the front or the back of the  
projector and screw the feet in or out until the picture is positioned  
where you want it.  
If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the  
projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected picture  
becomes trapezoidal. To correct this situation, see "Correcting  
keystone" on page 29 for details.  
i. Be aware of the vent where hot air  
comes from.  
ii. Do not look into the lens while the  
lamp is on. The strong light from  
the lamp may cause damage to  
your eyes.  
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 corner of the  
screen for 3 seconds.  
The screen will be blank while AUTO is functioning.  
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.  
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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 by following one  
of these steps.  
Using the remote control  
on the control panel of the projector or remote  
to correct  
Press  
/
control to display the Keystone correction page. Press  
keystoning at the top of the image. Press  
the bottom of the image.  
to correct keystoning at  
Using the OSD menu  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
menu is highlighted.  
/
until the DISPLAY  
2. Press to highlight Keystone and press ENTER. The Keystone  
correction page displays.  
Keystone  
3. Press  
to correct keystoning at the top of the image or press  
to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.  
Press  
/
.
Press  
/
.
MENU Back  
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 D. ZOOM +/- to display the Zoom bar.  
2. Press D. ZOOM + to magnify the center of the picture. Press the  
key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your need.  
3. Use the directional arrows (  
,
,
,
) on the projector or  
remote control to navigate the picture.  
4. To restore the picture to its original size, press AUTO. You can  
also press D. 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. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
menu is highlighted.  
2. Press to highlight Digital Zoom and press ENTER. The  
Zoom bar displays.  
3. 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.  
/
until the DISPLAY  
The picture can only be  
navigated after the picture is  
magnified. You can further  
magnify the picture while  
searching for details.  
4. Press on the projector repeatedly to magnify the picture to a  
desired size.  
5. To navigate the picture, press ENTER to switch to the paning  
mode and press the directional arrows (  
navigate the picture.  
,
,
,
) to  
6. To reduce size of the picture, press ENTER to switch back to the  
zoom in/out function, and press AUTO to restore the picture to  
its original size. You can also press  
restored to the original size.  
repeatedly until it is  
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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, 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 picture ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):  
Using the remote control  
1. Press ASPECT to show the current setting.  
2. Press ASPECT repeatedly to select an aspect ratio to suit the  
format of the video signal and your display requirements.  
Using the OSD menu  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
menu is highlighted.  
/
until the DISPLAY  
2. Press to highlight Aspect Ratio.  
3. Press  
/
to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the  
video signal and your display requirements.  
About the aspect ratio  
In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas.  
1. 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  
4:3 picture  
DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration.  
2. 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  
16:9 picture  
displays them without aspect alteration.  
3. Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector's native  
resolution in its horizontal 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  
16:10 picture  
ratio.  
15:9 picture  
4. Real: The image is projected as its original resolution, and with  
no pixel conversion. For input signals with lower resolutions, the  
projected image will display smaller than if resized to full screen.  
4:3 picture  
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.  
16:9 picture  
OSD menus can be displayed  
on those unused black areas.  
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Optimizing the image  
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  
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 a operation mode that suits your need, perform one of the  
following steps.  
Press MODE on the projector or remote control repeatedly until  
your desired mode is selected.  
Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu and press  
select a desired mode.  
/
to  
A slight variation in the picture  
brightness and colors may be  
observed during the very short  
time of switching picture  
modes.  
The picture modes available for different types of signals are listed below.  
PC input signals: D-Sub/Comp. (analog RGB) and DVI-D (DVI-D)  
1. Dynamic mode (Default): 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. Presentation mode: Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC  
and notebook coloring.  
3. 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. 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.  
5. User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes. See  
Video input signals: Component (YPbPr), S-Video, Video, D-Sub/Comp. (YPbPr), DVI-D (HDCP/  
HDMI), HDMI, HDCP  
1. Dynamic mode: Is suitable for playing gamebox-based video games in a normal living room lighting level  
environment.  
2. Standard mode (Default): Is appropriate for viewing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras or  
DVs.  
3. Cinema mode: Is suitable for enjoying dark movies or DVD movies best viewed in a blackened (little light)  
home cinema or lounge room environment.  
4. 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 32 for details. The User 1 and User 2 modes here are different  
from the User 1 and User 2 modes defined under the D-Sub/Comp. (analog RGB)/DVI-D (DVI-D) signal  
input.  
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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 1/2) as a starting point and customize the settings.  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
/
until the PICTURE menu is highlighted.  
to select User 1 or User 2.  
2. Press  
3. Press  
to highlight Picture Mode and press  
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.  
4. Press  
/
to select a picture mode that is closest to your need.  
5. Press to select a menu item to be changed and adjust the value with  
quality in user modes" below for details.  
/
6. When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press ENTER on the projector or remote  
control to store the settings.  
7. The confirmation message 'Setting Saved' displays.  
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 is  
selected. You can make adjustments to these functions based on your needs.  
Adjusting Brightness  
Press BRIGHTNESS on the remote control or highlight Brightness in the  
PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
remote control.  
/
on the projector or  
+50  
+70  
+30  
The higher the value, the brighter the image. And lower the setting, 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.  
Adjusting Contrast  
Press CONTRAST on the remote control or highlight Contrast in the  
PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
remote control.  
/
on the projector or  
+50  
+70  
+30  
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.  
Adjusting Color  
Highlight Color in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
control.  
/
on the projector or remote  
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  
Highlight Tint in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
control.  
/
on the projector or remote  
The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the more greenish the picture  
becomes.  
Adjusting Sharpness  
Highlight Sharpness in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
control.  
/
on the projector or remote  
The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the softer the picture becomes.  
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Adjusting Brilliant Color  
Highlight Brilliant Color in the PICTURE menu and select by pressing  
control.  
/
on the projector or remote  
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  
Highlight Color Temperature in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
remote control.  
/
on the projector or  
There are four color temperature* settings available.  
1. T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear the most bluish white than other  
settings.  
2. T2: Makes images appear bluish white.  
3. T3: Maintains normal colorings for white.  
4. 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. Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management.  
2. Press ENTER on the projector or remote control and the 3D Color Management page displays.  
3. Highlight Primary Color and press  
Magenta.  
/
to select a color from among Red, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, or  
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.  
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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 picture will be selected. Increasing its range  
will include red close to yellow and red close to magenta.  
Yellow  
GREEN  
RED  
5. Press to highlight Saturation and adjust its values to your  
preference by pressing  
/
. Every adjustment made will  
Cyan  
Magenta  
reflect to the image immediately.  
For example, if you select Red and set its value at 0, only the  
saturation of pure red will be affected.  
BLUE  
6. Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your  
preference by pressing  
of the selected primary color. Every adjustment made will be  
reflected to the image immediately.  
/
. This will affect the contrast level  
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  
7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments.  
8. Make sure you have carried out all of the desired adjustments.  
9. Press MENU/EXIT to exit and save the settings.  
entirely. If the saturation is too  
high, that color will be  
overpowering and unrealistic.  
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.  
The Presentation Timer is only available when the input signal is a  
PC or notebook with D-SUB/COMP. IN, DVI-D or HDMI terminal in  
use. It is not available when the input signal is a DVI-D or HDMI  
signal with HDCP format.  
Follow these steps to utilize this function:  
1. Press TIMER SETUP on the remote control or go to the  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and press  
ENTER to display the Presentation Timer page.  
Presentation Timer  
Timer Period  
Timer Display  
15  
Always  
Top-Left  
Timer Position  
Timer Counting Direction  
Timer Audible Reminder  
Count Down  
Off  
2. Highlight Timer Period and decide the time period by pressing  
On  
Off  
/
. The length of time can be set from 1 to 5 minutes in 1-  
MENU Back  
minute increments and 5 to 240 minutes in 5-minute  
increments.  
If the timer is already on, the timer will restart whenever the Timer Period is reset.  
3. Press to highlight Timer Display and choose if you want the timer to show up on the screen by pressing  
/
.
Selection  
Description  
Always  
Displays the timer on screen throughout the presentation time.  
1 min/2 min/3 min Displays the timer on screen in the last 1/2/3 minute(s).  
Never Hides the timer throughout the presentation time.  
4. Press to highlight Timer Position and set the timer position  
5 min  
5 min  
5 min  
by pressing  
/
.
5 min  
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5. Press to highlight Timer Counting Direction and select your desired counting direction by pressing  
.
/
Selection  
Description  
Count Up  
Count down  
Increases from 0 to the preset time.  
Decreases from the preset time to 0.  
6. Press to highlight Timer Audible Reminder and decide if you  
want to activate the sound reminder by pressing . If you  
/
select On, a double beep sound will be heard at the last 30  
seconds of counting down/up, and a triple beep sound will be  
generated when the timer is up.  
NOTICE  
Are you sure to turn on the  
presentation timer?  
7. To activate the presentation timer, press and press  
highlight On and press ENTER.  
/
to  
Yes  
No  
8. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press  
ENTER on the projector or remote control to confirm. You will  
see the message “Timer is On” displaying on the screen. The  
timer start counting at the time the timer is on.  
To cancel the timer, perform the following steps.  
Using the remote control  
Press TIMER ON/SHOW and press  
Using the OSD menu  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
2. Press to highlight Presentation Timer and press ENTER to display the Presentation Timer page.  
3. Press and press to highlight Off and press ENTER. A confirmation message displays.  
/
to highlight Off and press ENTER.  
/
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu is highlighted.  
/
4. Highlight Yes and press ENTER to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is Off” displaying on the  
screen.  
How to use the TIMER ON/SHOW key?  
It 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 "Connecting a computer" on page  
16 for details.  
You can operate your display software program (on a connected PC)  
which responds to page up/down commands (like Microsoft  
PowerPoint) by pressing PAGE  
/
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.  
The remote paging function  
cannot work with Microsoft®  
Windows®98 operating system.  
Windows®XP or higher  
operating systems are  
recommended.  
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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.  
The word 'BLANK' appears in the 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.  
When the projector lamp is in  
Dual-Brightest mode, once  
BLANK is pressed, the  
projector lamp enters Dual-  
Reliable mode automatically.  
If the preset time spans are not suitable for your personation, select  
Disable.  
No matter Blank Timer is activated or disabled, you can press any key  
except PAGE  
ENTER on the projector to restore the picture.  
/
, ENTER and LASER on the remote control, or  
Do not block the projection lens  
from projecting as this could  
cause the blocking object to  
become heated and deformed  
or even cause a fire.  
Do not look into the laser light window or shine the laser light beam  
on yourself or others. See the warning messages on the back of the  
remote control prior to using it.  
Freezing the image  
Press FREEZE 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 PAGE  
remote control.  
/
and LASER on the  
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  
onscreen.  
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. Press  
press  
/
/
or press MENU/EXIT to open the OSD menu and  
to highlight the INFORMATION menu.  
2. Press to highlight FAQ-Image and Installation or FAQ-  
Features and Service based on the information you want to  
know.  
/T  
3. Press ENTER.  
4. Press  
/
to select the a problem and press ENTER for  
possible solutions.  
To exit the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.  
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Locking control keys  
With the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from being changed  
accidentally (by children, for example). When the Panel Key Lock is on, no control keys on the projector will  
operate except Power.  
1. Press  
/
or go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock  
menu, and select On by pressing  
displays.  
/
. A confirmation message  
2. Highlight Yes and press ENTER to confirm.  
To release panel key lock, press and hold  
or projector for 3 seconds.  
/
on the remote control  
You can also use the remote control to enter the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  
> Panel Key Lock menu and press to select Off.  
/
Keys on the remote control  
are still in use when panel  
key lock is enabled.  
If you press Power to turn  
off the projector without  
disabling panel key lock, the  
projector will still be in  
locked status the next time it  
is turned on.  
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 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 temperature is between  
0°C and 35°C. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode on under such condition.  
To activate the High Altitude Mode,  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
/
until the SYSTEM  
to  
WARNING  
SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted.  
We recommend you use the High  
Altitude Mode by selecting it whenever  
your environment is higher than 1500  
m.  
Do you want to turn High Altitude  
Mode on?  
2. Press to highlight High Altitude Mode and press  
select On. A confirmation message displays.  
3. Highlight Yes and press ENTER.  
/
Yes  
No  
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.  
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Creating your own startup screen  
In addition to selecting the projector preset startup screen from among BenQ logo, Black or Blue screen, you can  
make your own startup screen that is a picture projected from your computer or video source.  
To create your own startup screen, project the picture you want to use as your startup screen from either a  
computer or video source. The rest steps are as follows.  
Using the remote control  
1. Press CAPTURE.  
2. A confirmation message displays. Press CAPTURE or ENTER again.  
3. The message 'Screen Capturing...' displays while the projector is processing the  
picture. Please wait.  
4. If the action is successful, you see the message 'Captured Succeeded' on the screen.  
The captured picture is saved as My Screen.  
5. To view the captured picture displayed as the startup screen, set My Screen in the  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Splash Screen menu and restart the projector.  
Using the OSD menu  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
highlighted.  
/
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu is  
2. Press to highlight My Screen and press ENTER.  
3. Repeat steps 2-5 in the "Using the remote control" section to capture and view the  
captured picture.  
In the unlikely event that the capturing action fails, change your target picture.  
Adjusting the sound  
The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speakers. Be sure you have made a  
correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connection" on page 16 for how the audio input is  
connected.  
Muting the sound  
To temporarily turn off the sound,  
Using the remote control  
Press MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound. While the sound is off, the screen will  
display in the upper right corner of the screen.  
To restore the sound, press MUTE again.  
Using the OSD menu  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
menu is highlighted.  
/
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced  
2. Press to highlight Audio Settings and press ENTER. The Audio Settings page  
displays.  
3. Highlight Mute and press  
/
to select On.  
4. To restore the sound, repeat steps 1-3 and press  
/
to select Off.  
Adjusting the sound level  
To adjust the sound level,  
1. Repeat steps 1-2 above.  
2. Press to highlight Volume and press  
/
to select a desired sound level.  
Turning off the Power on/off ring tone  
To turn off the ring tone,  
1. Repeat steps 1-2 above.  
2. Press to highlight Power on/off ring tone and press  
/
to select Off.  
The only way to change Power on/off ring tone is setting On or Off here. Setting the sound mute or  
changing the sound level will not affect the Power on/off ring tone.  
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Setting the lamp mode  
This projector is capable of dual-lamp projection and provides three lamp modes for different purposes:  
Lamp mode  
User Benefit  
Suitable environment  
Delivering super-bright and clear images  
Dual-Brightest  
Large, well lit meeting  
rooms or auditoriums  
Suitable for high-ambient-light environments  
Allowing continous and non-stop operation  
under critical situations  
(Two lamps are used in normal  
mode)  
Dual-Reliable  
Extending the lamp life  
Allowing continous and non-stop operation  
under critical situations  
Mid-large boardrooms  
Normal sized rooms  
(Two lamps are used in  
economic mode)  
Single-Alternative  
(The lamp with shorter operating  
hours is selected automatically  
and used in normal mode)  
Extending the total operation time  
Reducing lamp replacement frequency  
You can perform the following steps to choose a lamp mode according to your preference.  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted.  
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2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER.  
3. Press to highlight Lamp Mode and press ENTER.  
4. Press to highlight your preferred lamp mode and press ENTER.  
5. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press ENTER.  
If one lamp fails, the projector enters Single-Alternative mode automatically. Dual-Brightest and Dual-  
Reliable settings are not available.  
After switching from Dual-Brightest/Dual-Reliable mode to Single-Alternative mode or vice versa, wait  
for 90 seconds before you can adjust the lamp mode again.  
Setting the projector in Dual-Reliable mode extends the lamp timer automatic shutdown feature. See  
Personalizing the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus  
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  
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 On-Screen (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.  
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to select a suitable time.  
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Shutting down the projector  
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1. Press  
Power and a confirmation message displays  
prompting you.  
If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will  
disappear.  
If you want to cancel the message, press any key except  
PAGE  
/
and LASER on the remote control.  
Do not look into the laser light window or shine the laser  
light beam on yourself or others. See the warning  
messages on the back of the remote control prior to  
using it.  
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 44 for details.  
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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.  
3. Once the cooling process finishes, a "Power Off Ring  
Tone" will be heard. The POWER indicator light is a  
steady orange and fans stop.  
To turn off the power ring tone, see  
tone" on page 38 for details.  
4. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket 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.  
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Press  
Power again to start the  
projector after the fans stop and the  
POWER indicator light turns orange.  
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On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus  
Menu structure  
Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Some functions  
are available only when certain input signals are in use.  
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.  
Main menu  
Sub-menu  
Options  
Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/  
Blue/Blackboard  
Wall Color  
Aspect Ratio  
Keystone  
Position  
4:3/16:9/Auto/Real  
1.  
DISPLAY  
Phase  
H. Size  
Digital Zoom  
PC source: Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/User 1/  
User 2  
Picture Mode  
Video source: Dynamic/Standard/Cinema/User 1/User 2  
PC source: Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema  
Video source: Dynamic/Standard/Cinema  
Reference Mode  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
Tint  
Sharpness  
Brilliant Color  
Color Temperature  
2.  
PICTURE  
On/Off  
T1/T2/T3/T4  
Primary Color  
Hue  
R/G/B/Y/C/M  
3D Color  
Management  
Saturation  
Gain  
Save Settings  
Quick Auto Search  
Color Space Conversion  
On/Off  
RGB/YUV  
3. SOURCE  
FAQ-Image and Installation  
FAQ-Features and Service  
• Source  
• Picture Mode  
• Resolution  
• Color System  
6.  
INFORMATION  
Current System Status  
Lamp Mode  
Equivalent Lamp #1 Hour  
Equivalent Lamp #2 Hour  
Operation  
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Timer Period  
Timer Display  
1~240 minutes  
Always/1 min/2 min/3 min/Never  
Bottom-Right/Top-Right/Bottom-Left/  
Top-Left  
Timer Position  
Presentation Timer Timer Counting  
Count Down/Count Up  
Direction  
Timer Audible  
Reminder  
On/Off  
On/Off  
4.  
Language  
SYSTEM  
SETUP: Basic  
Front Table/Rear Table/Rear Ceiling/  
Front Ceiling  
Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25  
min/30 min  
Projector Position  
Auto Power Off  
Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25  
min/30 min  
On/Off  
Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/  
8 hr/12 hr  
Blank Timer  
Panel Key Lock  
Sleep Timer  
Splash Screen  
My Screen  
BenQ/Black/Blue/My Screen  
Quick Cooling  
High Altitude Mode  
Mute  
On/Off  
On/Off  
On/Off  
Volume  
Power on/off ring  
Audio Settings  
On/Off  
tone  
5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/30  
sec  
Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/Bottom-  
Right/Bottom-Left  
Menu Display Time  
Menu Settings  
Menu Position  
Dual-Brightest  
Dual-Reliable  
Single-Alternative  
5.  
Lamp Mode  
SYSTEM  
SETUP:  
Advanced  
Lamp Settings  
Reset Lamp #1 Timer  
Reset Lamp #2 Timer  
Equivalent Lamp #1 Hour  
Equivalent Lamp #2 Hour  
Change Password  
Change Security Settings  
Security Settings  
Baud Rate  
Power On Lock  
Splash Screen Lock  
2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/38400/  
57600/115200  
Test Pattern  
On/Off  
Reset All Settings  
The default values listed in this manual, especially on pages 43-45, are for reference only. They may vary from the  
projectors due to the continuous improvement to the products.  
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Description of each menu  
FUNCTION  
(default setting/value)  
DESCRIPTION  
Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not  
white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 31 for details.  
Wall Color  
(Off)  
There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on your  
input signal. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 30 for details.  
Aspect Ratio  
(Auto)  
Corrects any keystoning of the image. See "Correcting keystone" on page  
29 for details.  
Keystone  
(0)  
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  
(0)  
Adjusts the clock phase to reduce image distortion.  
Phase  
(depends on the selected  
input signal)  
Adjusts the horizontal width of the image.  
H. Size  
(depends on the selected  
input signal)  
Magnifies or reduces the projected image. See "Magnifying and searching  
Digital Zoom  
(100%)  
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" on page 31 for details.  
Picture Mode  
(PC/DVI-D: Dynamic;  
YPbPr/ S-Video/ Video/  
HDMI/HDCP: Standard)  
Selects a picture mode that most suits your need for the image quality and  
further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the same  
page below. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 32 for details.  
Adjusts the brightness of the image. See "Adjusting Brightness" on page 32  
for details.  
Reference Mode  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the image. See  
Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video  
image. See "Adjusting Color" on page 32 for details.  
Color  
(0)  
Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See "Adjusting Tint"  
on page 32 for details.  
Tint  
(0)  
The function is only available when Video or S-Video with  
NTSC system is selected.  
Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See "Adjusting  
Sharpness" on page 32 for details.  
Sharpness  
(15)  
Brilliant Color  
(On)  
Color Temperature  
(T3)  
3D Color  
Management  
Saves the settings made for User 1 or User 2 mode.  
Save Settings  
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FUNCTION  
(default setting/value)  
DESCRIPTION  
Quick Auto Search  
(On)  
Color Space  
Conversion  
(RGB)  
Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time  
Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using the  
Presentation Timer  
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 12 for details.  
Projector Position  
(Front Table)  
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 47 for  
details.  
Auto Power Off  
(Disable)  
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 36 for details.  
Blank Timer  
(Disable)  
Disables or enables all panel key functions except Power on the projector  
and keys on the remote control. See "Locking control keys" on page 37 for  
details.  
Panel Key Lock  
(Off)  
Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between 30  
minutes and 12 hours.  
Sleep Timer  
(Disable)  
Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-  
up. Four options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, Blue screen or My  
Screen.  
Splash Screen  
(BenQ logo)  
Captures and stores the projected picture as My Screen. See "Creating your  
My Screen  
Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On enables the  
function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal 90-  
second duration to approximately 30 seconds.  
Quick Cooling  
(Off)  
If you attempt to restart the projector right after the 30-second  
quick cooling process, it will rerun its cooling fans for  
approximately 60 seconds before energizing the lamp.  
A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high  
High Altitude Mode  
(Off)  
Mute (Off)  
Volume (5)  
Audio Settings  
Menu Settings  
Power on/off ring tone (On)  
Menu Display Time (5 sec)  
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 Position (Center)  
Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position.  
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FUNCTION  
(default setting / value)  
DESCRIPTION  
Lamp Mode (Dual-Brightest)  
Reset Lamp #1 Timer  
Reset Lamp #2 Timer  
Once the lamp is renewed, select Reset to return the corresponding lamp  
details.  
Lamp Settings  
Equivalent Lamp #1 Hour  
Equivalent Lamp #2 Hour  
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used. See "Getting to  
know the lamp hour" on page 46 for details on how the total lamp hour is  
calculated.  
Change Password  
You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new  
Security Settings  
Change Security Settings  
Power On Lock (Off)  
Splash Screen Lock (Off)  
For service personnel and professional technicians use. The baud rate  
should be adjusted to fit your equipment.  
Baud Rate (115200)  
Displays the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and the  
focus to ensure that the projected image is free of distortion.  
Test Pattern  
(Off)  
Returns all settings to the factory preset values.  
The following settings will still remain: Position, Phase, H. Size,  
User 1, User 2, Color Space Conversion, Language, Projector  
Position, My Screen, High Altitude Mode, Lamp Settings,  
Security Settings.  
Reset All Settings  
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  
Shows the native resolution of the input signal.  
Current System  
Status  
Color system  
Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB.  
Lamp Mode  
Shows the current lamp mode status.  
Equivalent Lamp #1 Hour  
Equivalent Lamp #2 Hour  
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.  
The INFORMATION menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.  
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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 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 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 40 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 52 or consult your dealer about the range.  
Retract the adjuster feet.  
Remove the batteries 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. When you carry the  
projector yourself, please use the original box or a suitable soft carry case.  
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 Dual-Reliable mode) + 3/2 (hours used in Dual-Brightest mode) + 3/2 (hours used in Single-  
Alternative mode)  
See "Setting the lamp mode" on page 39 below for more information.  
To obtain the lamp hour information:  
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
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until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted.  
2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER. The Lamp Settings page displays.  
3. You will see the Equivalent Lamp #1 Hour/Equivalent Lamp #2 Hour information displaying on the menu.  
4. To leave the menu, press MENU/EXIT.  
You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu.  
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Extending lamp life  
The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 2000-3000 hours with proper usage. To  
keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menus.  
Setting Lamp Mode as Dual-Reliable  
Compared to Dual-Brightest mode, using Dual-Reliable mode reduces system noise and power consumption. If  
the Dual-Reliable mode is selected, the light output for the individual lamp will be reduced.  
Setting the projector in Dual-Reliable mode also extends the individual lamp operation life. See "Setting the lamp  
mode" on page 39 for how Dual-Reliable mode is set.  
Setting Auto Power Off  
This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal 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  
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. 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.  
Timing of replacing the lamp  
When the LAMP indicator light is 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 indicator light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn  
the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the LAMP or TEMPerature indicator light still  
lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See "Indicators" on page 50 for  
details.  
The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change lamp 1 or lamp 2. Warning messages for lamp 1  
are illustrated below.  
Status & Message  
• The lamp has been in operation for 2000 hours.  
Status & Message  
• The lamp has been in operation for 3000 hours. It  
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the  
projector is normally run with Dual-Reliable  
Mode selected (See "Lamp Mode (Dual-  
Brightest)" on page 45), you may continue to  
operate the projector until the 2950 hour lamp  
warning appears.  
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  
3000 hours usage.  
Notice  
Order Replacement Lamp  
Notice  
Lamp #1 > 2000 Hours  
Replace Lamp Now  
Lamp #1 > 3000 Hours  
OK  
Lamp usage time exceeded  
OK  
The lamp has been in operation for 2950 hours. A  
new lamp should be fitted to avoid the  
inconvenience when the projector runs out of  
lamp time.  
The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector  
will operate normally.  
Notice  
Notice  
Out of Lamp Usage Time  
Replace Lamp Soon  
Replace lamp (refer to user manual)  
Then reset lamp timer  
Lamp #1 > 2950 Hours  
OK  
OK  
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Replacing the 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.  
Since a pair of non-interchangeable lamps is designed for this projector, only the specified BenQ  
projector lamp can be used for lamp replacement. Make sure the correct lamp is purchased  
beforehand.  
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.  
1. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector 4. Identify the lamp you want to replace by looking  
at the top of the lamp.  
from the wall socket. If the lamp is hot, avoid  
burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes  
until the lamp has cooled.  
2. Loosen the screw on the lamp cover with a slotted  
screwdriver.  
5. Loosen the screws that secure the lamp and the  
lamp connector.  
3. Remove the lamp cover from the projector.  
6. Disconnect the lamp connector from the  
projector.  
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover  
removed.  
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7. Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the handle 12. Replace the lamp cover on the projector.  
to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector.  
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13. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp cover.  
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  
Loose screw may cause a bad connection,  
projected pictures.  
which could result in malfunction.  
8. As shown in the figure, hold the new lamp and  
Do not over tighten the screw.  
align the two locators on the lamp with the holes  
on the projector, and then insert the lamp all the  
way into the projector.  
14. Restart the projector.  
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover  
removed.  
Resetting the corresponding lamp timer  
15. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen  
Display (OSD) menu.  
Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp  
Settings menu.  
Press ENTER and the Lamp Settings page  
displays.  
9. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.  
10. Connect the lamp connector to the projector and  
tighten the screw that secures the lamp connector.  
Highlight Reset Lamp #1 Timer/Reset Lamp #2  
Timer. A warning message displays asking if you  
want to reset the lamp timer.  
Highlight Reset and press ENTER on the  
projector or remote control. The lamp time will  
be reset to '0'.  
Notice  
Reset Lamp #1 Timer  
Reset  
Cancel  
Loose screw may cause a bad connection,  
which could result in malfunction.  
Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced  
as this could cause damage.  
Do not over tighten the screw.  
11. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in  
place.  
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Indicators  
Light  
Status & Description  
POWER  
TEMP  
LAMP1  
LAMP2  
Power events  
Orange  
Green  
Flashing  
Green  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Stand-by mode.  
Powering up.  
Normal operation.  
1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was  
abnormally shut down without the normal cooling  
down process. Or  
2. The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the  
power is turned off.  
Orange  
Flashing  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Orange  
Flashing  
Orange  
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  
Off  
Off  
Red  
Flashing  
Lamp events  
Lamp 1 failed. The projector has entered Single-Alternative  
mode automatically. Replace lamp 1 as soon as possible.  
Lamp 2 failed. The projector has entered Single-Alternative  
mode automatically. Replace lamp 2 as soon as possible.  
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  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Red  
Off  
Red  
Red  
Thermal events  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Off  
Red  
Green  
Orange  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Red  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Off  
The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-  
start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact  
your dealer for assistance.  
Red  
Green  
Orange  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Green  
Orange  
Red  
Off  
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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 Turn the video source on and check that the signal cable  
correctly.  
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.  
Open the lens cover.  
The input signal has not been correctly selected.  
The lens cover is still closed.  
Blurred image  
Cause  
Remedy  
The projection lens is not correctly focused.  
The projector and the screen are not aligned  
properly.  
Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring.  
Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the  
height of the projector if necessary.  
The lens cover is still closed.  
Open the lens cover.  
Remote control does not work  
Cause  
Remedy  
The batteries are out of power.  
Replace the batteries with new ones.  
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  
page 26 for details.  
You do not remember the password.  
Troubleshooting  
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Specifications  
Projector specifications  
All specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Optical  
Input terminals  
Resolution  
Computer input  
RGB input  
1024 x 768 XGA  
Display system  
1-CHIP DMD  
Lens F/Number  
F=2.4 to 2.55, f=23.88 to 27.46 mm  
Lamp  
280 W lamp x 2  
D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1  
DVI-D input  
Video signal input  
S-VIDEO  
Mini DIN 4-pin port x 1  
VIDEO  
RCA jack x 1  
SD/HDTV signal input  
Analog - Component RCA jack x 3,  
D-Sub 15-pin  
Electrical  
Power supply  
AC 100–240 V, 7.7 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic)  
Power consumption  
805 W (Max); 5 W (Standby)  
Digital - DVI-D (supports HDCP)  
Digital - HDMI  
Audio signal input  
Audio in  
PC audio jack x 1  
Wire remote  
2.5 mm wire jack  
Mechanical  
Weight  
11 kg  
Environmental Requirements  
Output terminals  
Operating temperature  
0°C–40°C at sea level  
RGB output  
D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1  
Operating relative humidity  
Speaker  
10%–90% (without condensation)  
(Stereo) 5 watt x 2  
Operating altitude  
12 VDC (Max. 1 A)  
0–1499 m at 0°C–35°C  
1500–3000 m at 0°C–30°C (with  
High Altitude Mode on)  
Control  
USB serial control  
Type mini B  
RS-232 serial control  
Mini Din 8 pin x 1  
Dimensions  
443.0 mm (W) x 167.0 mm (H) x 355.0 mm (D)  
443.0  
355.0  
167.0  
63.85  
85.50  
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Timing chart  
Supported timing for Analog RGB input  
Horizontal  
Frequency (kHz) Frequency (Hz)  
Vertical  
PixelFrequency  
(MHz)  
Resolution  
Mode  
31.469  
37.861  
37.500  
43.269  
31.469  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
53.674  
48.363  
56.476  
60.023  
68.667  
49.65  
63.981  
79.976  
91.146  
60.000  
85.938  
55.935  
70.635  
65.317  
75.000  
35.000  
49.722  
60.241  
68.68  
59.940  
72.809  
75.000  
85.008  
70.087  
60.317  
72.188  
75.000  
85.061  
60.004  
70.069  
75.029  
84.997  
59.96  
60.020  
75.025  
85.024  
60.000  
85.002  
59.887  
74.984  
59.978  
60.000  
66.667  
74.546  
75.020  
75.06  
25.175  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
28.3221  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
56.250  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
94.500  
83.500  
108.000  
135.000  
157.500  
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VGA_60  
VGA_72  
VGA_75  
640 x 480  
720 x 400  
800 x 600  
VGA_85  
720 x 400_70  
SVGA_60  
SVGA_72  
SVGA_75  
SVGA_85  
XGA_60  
XGA_70  
XGA_75  
XGA_85  
WXGA_60  
SXGA3_60  
SXGA3_75  
SXGA3_85  
1280 x 960_60  
1280 x 960_85  
WXGA+_60  
WXGA+_75  
SXGA+_60  
UXGA  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 800  
1280 x 1024  
1280 x 960  
1440 x 900  
148.500  
106.500  
136.750  
121.750  
162.000  
30.240  
57.280  
80.000  
100.000  
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  
Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input  
Signal Format  
Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz)  
480i(525i)@60Hz  
480p(525p)@60Hz  
576i(625i)@50Hz  
576p(625p)@50Hz  
720p(750p)@60Hz  
720p(750p)@50Hz  
1080i(1125i)@60Hz  
1080i(1125i)@50Hz  
1080P@60HZ  
15.73  
31.47  
15.63  
31.25  
45.00  
37.50  
33.75  
28.13  
67.5  
59.94  
59.94  
50.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
1080P@50HZ  
56.26  
Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.  
Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs  
Horizontal  
Frequency (kHz)  
Vertical Frequency  
(Hz)  
Color sub-carrier  
Frequency (MHz)  
Video mode  
NTSC  
PAL  
SECAM  
PAL-M  
PAL-N  
15.73  
15.63  
15.63  
15.73  
15.63  
15.73  
15.73  
60  
50  
50  
60  
50  
60  
60  
3.58  
4.43  
4.25 or 4.41  
3.58  
3.58  
4.43  
4.43  
PAL-60  
NTSC4.43  
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Supported timing for DVI-D and HDMI (HDCP) input  
Horizontal  
Frequency (kHz) Frequency (Hz)  
Vertical  
PixelFrequency  
(MHz)  
Resolution  
Mode  
720 x 400  
31.469  
31.469  
37.861  
37.500  
43.269  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
53.674  
48.363  
56.476  
60.023  
68.667  
49.65  
63.981  
79.976  
91.146  
60.000  
85.938  
55.935  
70.635  
65.317  
75.000  
35.000  
49.722  
60.241  
68.68  
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  
59.96  
60.020  
75.025  
85.024  
60.000  
85.002  
59.887  
74.984  
59.978  
60.000  
66.667  
74.546  
75.020  
75.06  
60  
28.3221  
25.175  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
56.250  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
94.500  
83.458  
108.000  
135.000  
157.500  
108.000  
148.500  
106.500  
136.750  
121.750  
162.000  
30.240  
57.280  
80.000  
100.000  
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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  
SXGA_60  
SXGA_75  
SXGA_85  
1280 x 960_60  
1280 x 960_85  
WXGA+_60  
WXGA+_75  
SXGA+_60  
UXGA  
640 x 480  
800 x 600  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 800  
1280 x 1024  
1280 x 960  
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  
31.47  
480p  
31.25  
37.50  
45.00  
28.13  
33.75  
67.5  
50  
50  
60  
50  
60  
60  
27.000  
74.25  
74.25  
74.25  
74.25  
576p  
720p_50  
720p_60  
1080i_50  
1080i_60  
1080p  
VIDEO  
148.5  
56.26  
50  
148.5  
1080p  
Displaying a 1080i_50 or 1080i_60 signal may result in slight image vibration.  
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Warranty and Copyright  
information  
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:  
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.  
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
— Increase the distance between the equipment and  
receiver.  
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.  
— 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.  
Copyright  
Copyright 2008 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.  
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.  
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.  
*DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are trademarks  
of Texas Instruments. Others are copyrights of their respective  
companies or organizations.  
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