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... image size 14 Connection 18 Connecting a computer or monitor... 18 Connecting Video source devices....... 20 Operation 24 Starting up the projector 24 Using the menus 25 Utilizing the password function ......... 26 Switching input signal 28 Adjusting the projected image 28 Magnifying and ... in a high altitude environment 38 Personalizing the projector menu display 39 Shutting down the projector 39 Menu operation 40 Maintenance 47 Care of the projector 47 Lamp information 48 Troubleshooting 54 Specifications 55 Projector specifications 55 Dimensions 56 Timing chart 56 Warranty...
... image size 14 Connection 18 Connecting a computer or monitor... 18 Connecting Video source devices....... 20 Operation 24 Starting up the projector 24 Using the menus 25 Utilizing the password function ......... 26 Switching input signal 28 Adjusting the projected image 28 Magnifying and ... in a high altitude environment 38 Personalizing the projector menu display 39 Shutting down the projector 39 Menu operation 40 Maintenance 47 Care of the projector 47 Lamp information 48 Troubleshooting 54 Specifications 55 Projector specifications 55 Dimensions 56 Timing chart 56 Warranty...
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...In some countries, the line voltage is designed 2. Important safety instructions 3 Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. In areas where the mains voltage may damage your projector. However, to ensure safe use of ±10 volts occur. Safety Instructions 1. The intense light beam ... in this could fail if power cuts or surges of this product, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). 3. Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the...
...In some countries, the line voltage is designed 2. Important safety instructions 3 Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. In areas where the mains voltage may damage your projector. However, to ensure safe use of ±10 volts occur. Safety Instructions 1. The intense light beam ... in this could fail if power cuts or surges of this product, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). 3. Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the...
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...11. contact with live parts. The only user serviceable part is under operation, you ever undo or remove any electronic components unless the projector is a normal phenomenon and not a product defect. 4 Important safety instructions Under no circumstances should come into occasions. The product may...heated air and odor from its own removable cover. Refer servicing only to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. 10. When the projector is the lamp which may fall, sustaining serious damage. 8. Do not attempt to break on an unstable cart, stand, or table...
...11. contact with live parts. The only user serviceable part is under operation, you ever undo or remove any electronic components unless the projector is a normal phenomenon and not a product defect. 4 Important safety instructions Under no circumstances should come into occasions. The product may...heated air and odor from its own removable cover. Refer servicing only to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. 10. When the projector is the lamp which may fall, sustaining serious damage. 8. Do not attempt to break on an unstable cart, stand, or table...
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... rolled up. - Do not stand the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation. - Using the projector when it is poorly ventilated or confined. Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any of , or damage to the projector. 0 m (0 feet) Important safety instructions... or cigarette smoke may become excessively high, such as the inside the projector may result in any other item. - Locations where temperatures may contaminate optical components, shortening the projector's life span and darkening the image. the following environments. - Allow at...
... rolled up. - Do not stand the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation. - Using the projector when it is poorly ventilated or confined. Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any of , or damage to the projector. 0 m (0 feet) Important safety instructions... or cigarette smoke may become excessively high, such as the inside the projector may result in any other item. - Locations where temperatures may contaminate optical components, shortening the projector's life span and darkening the image. the following environments. - Allow at...
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...this safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to mount your BenQ projector. This product is securely and safely installed. Ceiling mounting the projector We want you use of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become wet, disconnect it from... the power supply's wall socket and call BenQ to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you purchased your projector on the projector or place any objects upon it is capable ...
...this safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to mount your BenQ projector. This product is securely and safely installed. Ceiling mounting the projector We want you use of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become wet, disconnect it from... the power supply's wall socket and call BenQ to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you purchased your projector on the projector or place any objects upon it is capable ...
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...is normal and expected behavior. This is directly proportional to deliver high reliability and ease of use. Introduction 7 Introduction Projector features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to projection distance. • The lamp brightness will ...different projection purposes • 3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking • Selectable quick cooling function makes the projector cool in a shorter time • Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations • One-key auto-...
...is normal and expected behavior. This is directly proportional to deliver high reliability and ease of use. Introduction 7 Introduction Projector features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to projection distance. • The lamp brightness will ...different projection purposes • 3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking • Selectable quick cooling function makes the projector cool in a shorter time • Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations • One-key auto-...
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Spare lamp kit 2. Presentation Plus 4. Standard accessories The supplied accessories will be suitable for detailed information. Projector Power cord VGA cable Quick start guide User manual CD Warranty card* Safety manual* Pull the tab before using the remote control. Ceiling mount kit 3. ...
Spare lamp kit 2. Presentation Plus 4. Standard accessories The supplied accessories will be suitable for detailed information. Projector Power cord VGA cable Quick start guide User manual CD Warranty card* Safety manual* Pull the tab before using the remote control. Ceiling mount kit 3. ...
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...3. Quick-release button 4. Front IR remote sensor 5 7. Lamp cover 17. Focus ring and Zoom ring (Zoom ring is not available with the MP512.) 6. Projection lens 6 7 8. Lens cover 5. Video input socket 13. Kensington anti-theft lock slot 15. AC power cord inlet 9. RS-232... control port 10. Quick-release foot 16. RGB signal output socket 11. Projector exterior view Front/upper side 1 2 3 4 Rear/lower side 8 9 10 11 12 13 1. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 10 for details.) 2. RGB (PC)/Component video 14 (YPbPr/ YCbCr...
...3. Quick-release button 4. Front IR remote sensor 5 7. Lamp cover 17. Focus ring and Zoom ring (Zoom ring is not available with the MP512.) 6. Projection lens 6 7 8. Lens cover 5. Video input socket 13. Kensington anti-theft lock slot 15. AC power cord inlet 9. RS-232... control port 10. Quick-release foot 16. RGB signal output socket 11. Projector exterior view Front/upper side 1 2 3 4 Rear/lower side 8 9 10 11 12 13 1. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 10 for details.) 2. RGB (PC)/Component video 14 (YPbPr/ YCbCr...
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... when the lamp has developed a problem. BLANK Used to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. 4. ...When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is not available with the MP512.) 3. Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image. TEMPerature indicator light Lights up the projector" on page 24 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 25 for the displayed image. POWER indicator light 12. Controls...
... when the lamp has developed a problem. BLANK Used to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. 4. ...When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is not available with the MP512.) 3. Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image. TEMPerature indicator light Lights up the projector" on page 24 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 25 for the displayed image. POWER indicator light 12. Controls...
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...30 for details. Timer On Activates or displays an on-screen timer based on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. See "Starting up the projector" on . Right/ Activates panel key lock. See "Magnifying and searching for details" on page 30 for details. 6. Timer Setup Enters presentation timer... setting directly. size. See "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 38 for details. II Power Toggles the projector between standby mode and on page 24 and "Shutting down 10. See "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 29 for details. 4. Mode/Enter Depending...
...30 for details. Timer On Activates or displays an on-screen timer based on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. See "Starting up the projector" on . Right/ Activates panel key lock. See "Magnifying and searching for details" on page 30 for details. 6. Timer Setup Enters presentation timer... setting directly. size. See "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 38 for details. II Power Toggles the projector between standby mode and on page 24 and "Shutting down 10. See "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 29 for details. 4. Mode/Enter Depending...
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...explosion. • If the battery is dead or if you will not be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensor to the remote control from possible battery leakage. 12 Introduction Push and hold the locking arm while pulling out...damage to function correctly. Please follow the illustrated instructions. Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the projector that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the sensor should face outward. 3. Make sure that might obstruct the infra-red ...
...explosion. • If the battery is dead or if you will not be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensor to the remote control from possible battery leakage. 12 Introduction Push and hold the locking arm while pulling out...damage to function correctly. Please follow the illustrated instructions. Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the projector that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the sensor should face outward. 3. Make sure that might obstruct the infra-red ...
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... with the projector placed near the floor behind the screen. Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit from the ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on . 3. Set Rear Ceiling in one of your projector 13 Take ...Front Ceiling Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you select. Positioning your equipment. This is required. Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit are required for ...
... with the projector placed near the floor behind the screen. Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit from the ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on . 3. Set Rear Ceiling in one of your projector 13 Take ...Front Ceiling Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you select. Positioning your equipment. This is required. Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit are required for ...
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...to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can see from the screen, the projected image size increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately. BenQ has provided a table of this projector. This will project forward and upwards onto a screen positioned so that...able to account for your projector If the projector is positioned further away from the diagram on the projector you will not utilize 25% of the height of the projector. Refer to "MP513/MP522 projection dimensions" on page 16 or "MP512 projection dimensions" on page 17...
...to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can see from the screen, the projected image size increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately. BenQ has provided a table of this projector. This will project forward and upwards onto a screen positioned so that...able to account for your projector If the projector is positioned further away from the diagram on the projector you will not utilize 25% of the height of the projector. Refer to "MP513/MP522 projection dimensions" on page 16 or "MP512 projection dimensions" on page 17...
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... between the min and max distances listed on either side of the "Vertical offset in a different position (to that recommended), you place the projector in mm" value. If the min and max values are using a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is the projection distance. 2....across to the right column and make note of the average distance value. 3. Using this value, look across this value, look across this projector and would like to know what screen size will determine the final vertical offset placement of the screen. 4. The recommended position for details. Use...
... between the min and max distances listed on either side of the "Vertical offset in a different position (to that recommended), you place the projector in mm" value. If the min and max values are using a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is the projection distance. 2....across to the right column and make note of the average distance value. 3. Using this value, look across this value, look across this projector and would like to know what screen size will determine the final vertical offset placement of the screen. 4. The recommended position for details. Use...
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... install it best suits your installation location. 16 Positioning your projector 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 calculating the appropriate position. MP513/MP522 projection ... screen in mm Min length Average Max length (with max. (with min. Maximum zoom Minimum zoom Screen Center of this projector's optical characteristics. zoom) zoom) 1846 1938 2031 2271 2385 2498 2308 2423 2538 2769 2908 3046 3028 3180 3331 3231 ...
... install it best suits your installation location. 16 Positioning your projector 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 calculating the appropriate position. MP513/MP522 projection ... screen in mm Min length Average Max length (with max. (with min. Maximum zoom Minimum zoom Screen Center of this projector's optical characteristics. zoom) zoom) 1846 1938 2031 2271 2385 2498 2308 2423 2538 2769 2908 3046 3028 3180 3331 3231 ...
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Positioning your installation location. BenQ recommends that if you intend to optical component variations. This will help you permanently install it best suits your projector 17 MP512 projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 56 for this projector before you determine the exact mounting ...329 360 457 There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before calculating the appropriate position. 4:3 screen diagonal Screen Center of this...
Positioning your installation location. BenQ recommends that if you intend to optical component variations. This will help you permanently install it best suits your projector 17 MP512 projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 56 for this projector before you determine the exact mounting ...329 360 457 There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before calculating the appropriate position. 4:3 screen diagonal Screen Center of this...
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...a VGA input socket that shown in the following diagram: Notebook or desktop computer VGA cable Many notebooks do not turn on the projector. Connect the other end of the computer. 2. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. In the connections shown below,... some cables may not be included with a monitor symbol on /off before making any connections. 2. To connect the projector to find your notebook's documentation to a notebook or desktop computer: 1. Usually a key combo like that allows you are connecting legacy version Macintosh ...
...a VGA input socket that shown in the following diagram: Notebook or desktop computer VGA cable Many notebooks do not turn on the projector. Connect the other end of the computer. 2. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. In the connections shown below,... some cables may not be included with a monitor symbol on /off before making any connections. 2. To connect the projector to find your notebook's documentation to a notebook or desktop computer: 1. Usually a key combo like that allows you are connecting legacy version Macintosh ...
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..." on page 18. 2. The final connection path should be like that shown in the following the instructions below: To connect the projector to a monitor: 1. See "Standby D-Sub Output" on the projector to an external monitor with a DVI input socket, take a VGA to DVI-A cable and connect the DVI end of the cable... following diagram: Notebook or desktop computer VGA cable VGA cable • The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the projector. • If you can connect the D-SUB OUT signal output socket on page 45 for details. Connection 19 Connect the...
..." on page 18. 2. The final connection path should be like that shown in the following the instructions below: To connect the projector to a monitor: 1. See "Standby D-Sub Output" on the projector to an external monitor with a DVI input socket, take a VGA to DVI-A cable and connect the DVI end of the cable... following diagram: Notebook or desktop computer VGA cable VGA cable • The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the projector. • If you can connect the D-SUB OUT signal output socket on page 45 for details. Connection 19 Connect the...
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...to a component video device. If you choose will result in preference to (composite) Video. Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: • Component Video • S-Video • Video ...(composite) You need only connect the projector to use the S-Video option. See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on both composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your devices...
...to a component video device. If you choose will result in preference to (composite) Video. Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: • Component Video • S-Video • Video ...(composite) You need only connect the projector to use the S-Video option. See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on both composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your devices...