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... 1 Safety Instructions 1 Warranty 2 Limited Warranty 2 Safety Regulations 3 FCC Statement 3 EEC Statement 3 Shipping Contents 4 Optional Accessories 4 Projector Description 5 Projector 5 External Control Panel 6 Adjuster 7 Projector Features 7 Remote Control Description 8 Remote control effective range 9 Installing or Replacing Batteries 9 Installation 10 Screen Size 10 Connecting to Various Equipment 11 Operation 13 Start Up 13 Digital Keystone Correction 14 Auto Adjustment 14 Source Selection 15 Menu System 15 1. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Manual Table of...
... 1 Safety Instructions 1 Warranty 2 Limited Warranty 2 Safety Regulations 3 FCC Statement 3 EEC Statement 3 Shipping Contents 4 Optional Accessories 4 Projector Description 5 Projector 5 External Control Panel 6 Adjuster 7 Projector Features 7 Remote Control Description 8 Remote control effective range 9 Installing or Replacing Batteries 9 Installation 10 Screen Size 10 Connecting to Various Equipment 11 Operation 13 Start Up 13 Digital Keystone Correction 14 Auto Adjustment 14 Source Selection 15 Menu System 15 1. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Manual Table of...
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Manual Lamp LED Indicators 22 Lamp Replacement 23 Resetting Lamp Hours 24 Temp Information 24 Service Information 25 Accessories (included in the standard package 25 Optional Accessories (not included in the standard package 25 Ordering Parts or Getting Information 25 Troubleshooting 26 Common Problems & Solutions 26 Status Messages 27 Specifications 28 Projector Specifications 28 Timing Chart 29 Dimensions 30 iv Table of Contents
BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Manual Lamp LED Indicators 22 Lamp Replacement 23 Resetting Lamp Hours 24 Temp Information 24 Service Information 25 Accessories (included in the standard package 25 Optional Accessories (not included in the standard package 25 Ordering Parts or Getting Information 25 Troubleshooting 26 Common Problems & Solutions 26 Status Messages 27 Specifications 28 Projector Specifications 28 Timing Chart 29 Dimensions 30 iv Table of Contents
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... open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is securely installed. Introduction 1 REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. PLEASE READ THIS USER'S GUIDE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR PROJECTOR. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is recommended that a power stabilizer unit be used . 5. To reduce the risk of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Read this user's guide before you operate...
... open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is securely installed. Introduction 1 REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. PLEASE READ THIS USER'S GUIDE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR PROJECTOR. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is recommended that a power stabilizer unit be used . 5. To reduce the risk of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Read this user's guide before you operate...
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... remedy shall be replacement of purchase date will assist you purchased the product of any defects in operating and maintaining your personal projector. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Save this user's guide: The information contained in this manual will be required with BENQ's written instructions. Important: The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to Warranty: The lamps are considered...
... remedy shall be replacement of purchase date will assist you purchased the product of any defects in operating and maintaining your personal projector. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Save this user's guide: The information contained in this manual will be required with BENQ's written instructions. Important: The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to Warranty: The lamps are considered...
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... Exit button to go back to leave the menu system. 8 Lamp Indicator The Lamp Indicator will light up when the lamp needs service, cooling or replacement. See "Lamp Information" on -screen menu is operated improperly. Press Exit again to the main menu. hot keys. See "Temp Information" on screen. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide External Control Panel 4 3 5 6 2 7 1 LAMP 8 TEMP 9 1 Power Presses and holds the Power key to turn the projector on or off. 7 Source Selects signal sources from among choices and settings...
... Exit button to go back to leave the menu system. 8 Lamp Indicator The Lamp Indicator will light up when the lamp needs service, cooling or replacement. See "Lamp Information" on -screen menu is operated improperly. Press Exit again to the main menu. hot keys. See "Temp Information" on screen. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide External Control Panel 4 3 5 6 2 7 1 LAMP 8 TEMP 9 1 Power Presses and holds the Power key to turn the projector on or off. 7 Source Selects signal sources from among choices and settings...
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... the ambient lighting conditions and contrast/brightness settings. Introduction 7 BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Adjuster The projector is equipped with laser pointer/ remote mouse function • Hight quality manual zoom lens • One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality • Easy digital keystone correction through hot keys to correct distorted images • Adjustable color balance control for data/video display • Ultra-high brightness projection lamp • Ability to display 16.7 million colors • On-screen menus...
... the ambient lighting conditions and contrast/brightness settings. Introduction 7 BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Adjuster The projector is equipped with laser pointer/ remote mouse function • Hight quality manual zoom lens • One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality • Easy digital keystone correction through hot keys to correct distorted images • Adjustable color balance control for data/video display • Ultra-high brightness projection lamp • Ability to display 16.7 million colors • On-screen menus...
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...instructions. Introduction 9 The distance between the remote control and the remote sensors must be danger of an explosion if batteries are located on the front and the back of used batteries according to the remote sensors. There may be shorter than 6 meters (19.5 feet). Replace... place. Caution Avoid excessive heat and humidity. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Remote control effective range The remote sensors are incorrectly replaced. It can function in the direction shown. 2 Install batteries as indicated by the manufacturer. Dispose of the projector.
...instructions. Introduction 9 The distance between the remote control and the remote sensors must be danger of an explosion if batteries are located on the front and the back of used batteries according to the remote sensors. There may be shorter than 6 meters (19.5 feet). Replace... place. Caution Avoid excessive heat and humidity. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Remote control effective range The remote sensors are incorrectly replaced. It can function in the direction shown. 2 Install batteries as indicated by the manufacturer. Dispose of the projector.
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... these sources are supported in the HDTV function: • 480i • 720p • 480p • 1080i Please refer to display HDTV images. Use a HDTV cable that came with your projector to "Menu System" on page 15 for information on the HDTV OSD selections. Installation 11 The projector is capable of displaying various High Definition TV display modes. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide • PB8120 (SVGA) screen size chart Distance from screen...
... these sources are supported in the HDTV function: • 480i • 720p • 480p • 1080i Please refer to display HDTV images. Use a HDTV cable that came with your projector to "Menu System" on page 15 for information on the HDTV OSD selections. Installation 11 The projector is capable of displaying various High Definition TV display modes. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide • PB8120 (SVGA) screen size chart Distance from screen...
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The back-lit POWER key flashes green and stays green when the power is a 120-second cooling period before the projector can be re-started.) 4. Turn on all connected equipment. Operation 13 Projector Remote Control (When the power is turned off, there is turned on. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide OPERATION Start Up 1. Press and hold POWER to start the unit. Switch on the main power switch. 3. Plug the power cord into a wall socket. 2.
The back-lit POWER key flashes green and stays green when the power is a 120-second cooling period before the projector can be re-started.) 4. Turn on all connected equipment. Operation 13 Projector Remote Control (When the power is turned off, there is turned on. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide OPERATION Start Up 1. Press and hold POWER to start the unit. Switch on the main power switch. 3. Plug the power cord into a wall socket. 2.
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... image. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Digital Keystone Correction Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at the bottom of the image. to correct keystoning at either the top or bottom. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust settings to optimize the picture quality. Projector Remote control Auto Adjustment In some cases, you may need to provide the best picture quality. Projector Remote control Auto Source Auto 14 Operation...
... image. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Digital Keystone Correction Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at the bottom of the image. to correct keystoning at either the top or bottom. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust settings to optimize the picture quality. Projector Remote control Auto Adjustment In some cases, you may need to provide the best picture quality. Projector Remote control Auto Source Auto 14 Operation...
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... several input sources are available, press the SOURCE key to select a sub-menu. Position V. Size Y/Pb/Pr Video S-Video Keystone Brightness Contrast Color Tint Image Ratio H-position V-position Color Temp Information Ratio Color Tint Color Temp Ratio System Sharpness Color Temp Information Source Mirror Source Volume Treble Bass Mute Control Langauge OSD Setup Video Mode Reset Lamp Hour PIP Main page: PIP Source PIP Size PIP Pos. Position More Options Sub Page: Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness System Operation 15 Projector Remote control Source Auto Source Menu...
... several input sources are available, press the SOURCE key to select a sub-menu. Position V. Size Y/Pb/Pr Video S-Video Keystone Brightness Contrast Color Tint Image Ratio H-position V-position Color Temp Information Ratio Color Tint Color Temp Ratio System Sharpness Color Temp Information Source Mirror Source Volume Treble Bass Mute Control Langauge OSD Setup Video Mode Reset Lamp Hour PIP Main page: PIP Source PIP Size PIP Pos. Position More Options Sub Page: Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness System Operation 15 Projector Remote control Source Auto Source Menu...
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... selected, activates the Source scan function. Auto Off Sets the length of time before the projector is shut off when no input is restarted. Returns all settings to 60 seconds in 5-second increments. Control Menu FUNCTION Language OSD Setup Video Mode Reset Lamp Hour BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide DESCRIPTION Language sets the language for the OSD control menus. Selects a desired OSD position. OSD Time Sets the length of time before the system is...
... selected, activates the Source scan function. Auto Off Sets the length of time before the projector is shut off when no input is restarted. Returns all settings to 60 seconds in 5-second increments. Control Menu FUNCTION Language OSD Setup Video Mode Reset Lamp Hour BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide DESCRIPTION Language sets the language for the OSD control menus. Selects a desired OSD position. OSD Time Sets the length of time before the system is...
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... the power cord from the wall socket. Caution Please do not unplug the power cord before turning on again. The fan will continue to protect the lamp, the system will appear. Turn off the projector, press POWER again. Operation 21 Projector I Remote Control 2. Press and hold POWER and a warning message will detect this and cool the lamp for approximately two minutes. 3. To turn off the main power switch. 4. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Shutdown...
... the power cord from the wall socket. Caution Please do not unplug the power cord before turning on again. The fan will continue to protect the lamp, the system will appear. Turn off the projector, press POWER again. Operation 21 Projector I Remote Control 2. Press and hold POWER and a warning message will detect this and cool the lamp for approximately two minutes. 3. To turn off the main power switch. 4. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Shutdown...
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide MAINTENANCE Lamp Information Use and Replacement of the Lamp When the Lamp Indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting the time of the projector's lamp are normal. Replace the projection lamp with a new one immediately. Lamp LED Indicators Lamp Life Indicators The Lamp is not properly attached The temperature is off, the operation and temperature of lamp replacement, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. 22 Maintenance If the LED light is too high When the LED lights up if the lamp becomes too...
BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide MAINTENANCE Lamp Information Use and Replacement of the Lamp When the Lamp Indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting the time of the projector's lamp are normal. Replace the projection lamp with a new one immediately. Lamp LED Indicators Lamp Life Indicators The Lamp is not properly attached The temperature is off, the operation and temperature of lamp replacement, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. 22 Maintenance If the LED light is too high When the LED lights up if the lamp becomes too...
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... box after the lamp is replaced, reset the total lamp operation time. Re-install the lamp cover and tighten the screw. Loosen the 3 screws. (It is strongly recommended that you touch the optical components inside, this could injure your hand into the projector, and tighten the screws firmly. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Lamp Replacement Caution To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn on the power with a new one.
... box after the lamp is replaced, reset the total lamp operation time. Re-install the lamp cover and tighten the screw. Loosen the 3 screws. (It is strongly recommended that you touch the optical components inside, this could injure your hand into the projector, and tighten the screws firmly. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Lamp Replacement Caution To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn on the power with a new one.
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... problems: 1. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Caution To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector 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. Turn off the projector and contact qualified service personnel for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp. The internal temperature is too high...
... problems: 1. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Caution To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector 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. Turn off the projector and contact qualified service personnel for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp. The internal temperature is too high...
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... in the standard package) Description Part Number Power cord (EU 27.82718.281 Power cord (US 27.01818.000 Power cord (UK 27.01018.000 Signal cable 50.J0508.502 Video cable 50.72918.001 S-Video cable 50.72920.011 PC - Maintenance 25 BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Service Information Accessories (included in the standard package) Description of parts Part number Mac adapter (switchable 20.20118.A15 250W lamp module 65.J4002.001 Ordering...
... in the standard package) Description Part Number Power cord (EU 27.82718.281 Power cord (US 27.01818.000 Power cord (UK 27.01018.000 Signal cable 50.J0508.502 Video cable 50.72918.001 S-Video cable 50.72920.011 PC - Maintenance 25 BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Service Information Accessories (included in the standard package) Description of parts Part number Mac adapter (switchable 20.20118.A15 250W lamp module 65.J4002.001 Ordering...
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... before turning the projector back on the control panel of the projector or the remote control unit to get better picture quality. • Adjust the focus. • Reposition the unit to improve its projection angle. • Ensure the distance between the remote control and the projector. • Stand within the adjustment range of the lens. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide TROUBLESHOOTING Common Problems & Solutions PROBLEMS TRY THESE SOLUTIONS NO POWER • Make sure the power cord...
... before turning the projector back on the control panel of the projector or the remote control unit to get better picture quality. • Adjust the focus. • Reposition the unit to improve its projection angle. • Ensure the distance between the remote control and the projector. • Stand within the adjustment range of the lens. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide TROUBLESHOOTING Common Problems & Solutions PROBLEMS TRY THESE SOLUTIONS NO POWER • Make sure the power cord...
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... seconds every 5 minutes after you turn on the projector and the power will turn off after 10 minutes. OUT OF LAMP USAGE TIME. The lamp has been in operation for optimal performance. Description Projector is running the auto image adjustment function. Troubleshooting 27 OUT OF LAMP USAGE TIME. The lamp has been in operation for input. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Status Messages On-Screen Messages SEARCHING ACQUIRING SIGNAL OUT OF RANGE LAMP WARNING CHANGE LAMP AND RESET LAMP TIMER! Install a new lamp for 1900 hours. CHANGE THE LAMP!
... seconds every 5 minutes after you turn on the projector and the power will turn off after 10 minutes. OUT OF LAMP USAGE TIME. The lamp has been in operation for optimal performance. Description Projector is running the auto image adjustment function. Troubleshooting 27 OUT OF LAMP USAGE TIME. The lamp has been in operation for input. BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Status Messages On-Screen Messages SEARCHING ACQUIRING SIGNAL OUT OF RANGE LAMP WARNING CHANGE LAMP AND RESET LAMP TIMER! Install a new lamp for 1900 hours. CHANGE THE LAMP!
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General Product name Model name Optical Display system Lens F/Number Lamp Electrical Power supply Power consumption Mechanical Dimensions Operating temperature range Weight Input terminal Computer input RGB input Video signal input S-VIDEO VIDEO HDTV signal input Audio signal input Audio 1 Audio 2 Output USB mouse connector Speaker Control RS-232C Personal Projector PB8230 1024X768 XGA PB8220 1024X768 XGA PB8120 800X600 SVGA 1-CHIP DMD F/2.6 250W UHP lamp AC100 ~ 240V, 4.0A, 50/60 Hz (Automatic) 330W (Max) 308 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 238 mm (D) 10°C ~ 40°C 6.9 lbs...
General Product name Model name Optical Display system Lens F/Number Lamp Electrical Power supply Power consumption Mechanical Dimensions Operating temperature range Weight Input terminal Computer input RGB input Video signal input S-VIDEO VIDEO HDTV signal input Audio signal input Audio 1 Audio 2 Output USB mouse connector Speaker Control RS-232C Personal Projector PB8230 1024X768 XGA PB8220 1024X768 XGA PB8120 800X600 SVGA 1-CHIP DMD F/2.6 250W UHP lamp AC100 ~ 240V, 4.0A, 50/60 Hz (Automatic) 330W (Max) 308 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 238 mm (D) 10°C ~ 40°C 6.9 lbs...