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... may damage your eyes. Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for future reference. 4. Safety Instructions 1. Refer servicing to ensure safe use of ±10 volts occur. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press BLANK on . 5. to operate safely within a mains voltage between 100 to...
... may damage your eyes. Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for future reference. 4. Safety Instructions 1. Refer servicing to ensure safe use of ±10 volts occur. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press BLANK on . 5. to operate safely within a mains voltage between 100 to...
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... wrong gauge or length screws. You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the power supply's wall socket and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. 19. Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for ceiling mount installation. Besides probable physical damage to fail. Safety Instructions (Continued) 17. Liquids spilled into the projector may result in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to person and property. Warning THIS APPARATUS MUST BE...
... wrong gauge or length screws. You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the power supply's wall socket and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. 19. Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for ceiling mount installation. Besides probable physical damage to fail. Safety Instructions (Continued) 17. Liquids spilled into the projector may result in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to person and property. Warning THIS APPARATUS MUST BE...
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... the image size and clarity" Manually corrects distorted images on page 25 for details. Displays the source selection bar. TEMPerature indicator light 1 Lights up 4 10 or flashes when the lamp has developed a 11 problem. Selects an available picture setup mode. Menu/exit keys are used as directional arrows to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. 13. See "Starting up or flashes when the projector is activated, the #6, #11, and #12 4. Controls and functions Projector 8. Zoom...
... the image size and clarity" Manually corrects distorted images on page 25 for details. Displays the source selection bar. TEMPerature indicator light 1 Lights up 4 10 or flashes when the lamp has developed a 11 problem. Selects an available picture setup mode. Menu/exit keys are used as directional arrows to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. 13. See "Starting up or flashes when the projector is activated, the #6, #11, and #12 4. Controls and functions Projector 8. Zoom...
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... "Switching input signal" on page 25 for details. 6. Menu/Exit Turns on your own timer setting. When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is selected, selects an available picture setup mode. See "Using the menus" on page 32 for details. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 25 for details. Timer Setup Enters presentation timer setting directly. See "Correcting keystone" on page 38 for details. See "Locking control keys" on page 30 for details. Source Displays...
... "Switching input signal" on page 25 for details. 6. Menu/Exit Turns on your own timer setting. When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is selected, selects an available picture setup mode. See "Using the menus" on page 32 for details. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 25 for details. Timer Setup Enters presentation timer setting directly. See "Correcting keystone" on page 38 for details. See "Locking control keys" on page 30 for details. Source Displays...
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... use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in the following diagram: AV device Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable Audio cable • The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is turned on the projector. 3. The final connection path should be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. green to green, blue to blue, and red to a Component Video source device: 1. To connect the projector to red. 2. Also check...
... use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in the following diagram: AV device Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable Audio cable • The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is turned on the projector. 3. The final connection path should be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. green to green, blue to blue, and red to a Component Video source device: 1. To connect the projector to red. 2. Also check...
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... Audio cable Video cable • The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is turned on page 39 for details. See "Adjusting the sound" on and operating correctly. Connection 23 See "Connecting audio" on page 19 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 signal cables have been connected...
... Audio cable Video cable • The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is turned on page 39 for details. See "Adjusting the sound" on and operating correctly. Connection 23 See "Connecting audio" on page 19 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 signal cables have been connected...
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... the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Slide the lens cap open. As soon as the lamp lights up the projector 1. In the later stage of the screen. If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to search for details. See "Timing chart" on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. 2. Check...
... the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Slide the lens cap open. As soon as the lamp lights up the projector 1. In the later stage of the screen. If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to search for details. See "Timing chart" on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. 2. Check...
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... message 'INPUT PASSWORD' follows. Highlight Power on -screen. Setting a password Once a password has been set , the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page. Press Mode/Enter. Once the password is started. 1. Password Keep this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it is activated, you will display as pictured to the right displays Please try again. Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use the password recall procedure. Open...
... message 'INPUT PASSWORD' follows. Highlight Power on -screen. Setting a password Once a password has been set , the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page. Press Mode/Enter. Once the password is started. 1. Password Keep this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it is activated, you will display as pictured to the right displays Please try again. Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use the password recall procedure. Open...
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... an authorized user of Power on -screen. Password Changed 7. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to enter the new password next time the projector is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three seconds, and the message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays for 3 seconds. Select Off by re-entering the new password. 6. Write down the recall code, and contact BenQ 2. Operation 27 Press and hold AUTO on the projector. • If the password is started. Confirm the new password by...
... an authorized user of Power on -screen. Password Changed 7. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to enter the new password next time the projector is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three seconds, and the message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays for 3 seconds. Select Off by re-entering the new password. 6. Write down the recall code, and contact BenQ 2. Operation 27 Press and hold AUTO on the projector. • If the password is started. Confirm the new password by...
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... a picture mode The projector is displayed in a normal living room lighting level environment. 2. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 33 for details. 32 Operation Cinema mode: Is suitable for different types of signals The picture modes available for enjoying dark movies or DVD movies best viewed in this mode to -life images regardless of the screen with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one of the projected image. Picture modes...
... a picture mode The projector is displayed in a normal living room lighting level environment. 2. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 33 for details. 32 Operation Cinema mode: Is suitable for different types of signals The picture modes available for enjoying dark movies or DVD movies best viewed in this mode to -life images regardless of the screen with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one of the projected image. Picture modes...
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... available for white. 4. T2: Makes images appear bluish white. 3. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more vibrant colors in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control. Lower setting produces less saturated colors. Selecting a Color Temperature Highlight Color Temperature in the PICTURE menu and select by pressing / on the projector or remote control. T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear the most installation situations, color management will...
... available for white. 4. T2: Makes images appear bluish white. 3. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more vibrant colors in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control. Lower setting produces less saturated colors. Selecting a Color Temperature Highlight Color Temperature in the PICTURE menu and select by pressing / on the projector or remote control. T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear the most installation situations, color management will...
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... / on the projector will display in use the remote control to enter the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock and press / to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock menu, and select On by users regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information. Select Yes to exit the OSD. 38 Operation If the connected devices have active audio output, you press Power to highlight FAQ-Image and Installation or FAQ-Features...
... / on the projector will display in use the remote control to enter the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock and press / to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock menu, and select On by users regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information. Select Yes to exit the OSD. 38 Operation If the connected devices have active audio output, you press Power to highlight FAQ-Image and Installation or FAQ-Features...
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... the POWER indicator light turns orange. 40 Operation Shutting down the projector. 3. Press II Power and a confirmation message displays prompting you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans will run for details. • To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to select a preferred position. • Language in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets your language. • Splash Screen in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time. • To turn...
... the POWER indicator light turns orange. 40 Operation Shutting down the projector. 3. Press II Power and a confirmation message displays prompting you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans will run for details. • To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to select a preferred position. • Language in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets your language. • Splash Screen in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time. • To turn...
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... equipment connected to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using. SOURCE Quick Auto Search Color Space Conversion On/Off RGB/YUV/Auto Operation 41 Main menu Sub-menu Options Wall Color Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9 1. PICTURE Color Tint Sharpness Brilliant Color On/Off Color Temperature T1/T2/T3/T4 Primary Color R/G/B/Y/C/M 3D Color Management Hue Saturation Gain Save Settings 3. The menu items are accessible. Size Digital Zoom Picture Mode PC source...
... equipment connected to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using. SOURCE Quick Auto Search Color Space Conversion On/Off RGB/YUV/Auto Operation 41 Main menu Sub-menu Options Wall Color Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9 1. PICTURE Color Tint Sharpness Brilliant Color On/Off Color Temperature T1/T2/T3/T4 Primary Color R/G/B/Y/C/M 3D Color Management Hue Saturation Gain Save Settings 3. The menu items are accessible. Size Digital Zoom Picture Mode PC source...
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... for how to make the connection. Sets the auto-shutdown timer. See "Operating in standby mode and the D-SUB IN and D-SUB OUT sockets are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, or Blue screen. Standby DSub Output (Off) Selecting On enables the function. The range is in a high altitude environment" on successfully and will display during projector start-up. 4. The timer can output a VGA signal when it may not be...
... for how to make the connection. Sets the auto-shutdown timer. See "Operating in standby mode and the D-SUB IN and D-SUB OUT sockets are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, or Blue screen. Standby DSub Output (Off) Selecting On enables the function. The range is in a high altitude environment" on successfully and will display during projector start-up. 4. The timer can output a VGA signal when it may not be...
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... adjust the image size and focus and check that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector's firmware. Closed Caption • Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as Economic" on how the total lamp hour is "16:9" or "Real". Set your computer's so that the projected image...
... adjust the image size and focus and check that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector's firmware. Closed Caption • Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as Economic" on how the total lamp hour is "16:9" or "Real". Set your computer's so that the projected image...
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FAQ-Features and Service Source Shows the current signal source. Current Resolution System Status Shows the native resolution of hours the lamp has been used. 48 Operation INFORMATION menu FUNCTION (default setting/ value) DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) FAQ-Image and Installation Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter. Color System Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB. Equivalent Lamp Hour Displays the number of the input signal. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. 6.
FAQ-Features and Service Source Shows the current signal source. Current Resolution System Status Shows the native resolution of hours the lamp has been used. 48 Operation INFORMATION menu FUNCTION (default setting/ value) DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) FAQ-Image and Installation Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter. Color System Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB. Equivalent Lamp Hour Displays the number of the input signal. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. 6.
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... SETUP: Advanced menu is , using the projector in Economic mode helps to highlight Lamp Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page displays. 3. Extending lamp life The projection lamp is a consumable item that in Normal mode. To set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life. To keep the lamp life as long as Economic Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by the built-in timer. Setting Auto Power Off This function allows the projector to turn...
... SETUP: Advanced menu is , using the projector in Economic mode helps to highlight Lamp Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page displays. 3. Extending lamp life The projection lamp is a consumable item that in Normal mode. To set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life. To keep the lamp life as long as Economic Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by the built-in timer. Setting Auto Power Off This function allows the projector to turn...
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Loosen the screw on with a slotted screwdriver. 3. Remove the lamp cover from the projector. • Do not turn the projector off and disconnect the projector from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement. 1. Loosen the screw that has shattered into sharp pieces. • To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the lens, do...
Loosen the screw on with a slotted screwdriver. 3. Remove the lamp cover from the projector. • Do not turn the projector off and disconnect the projector from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement. 1. Loosen the screw that has shattered into sharp pieces. • To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the lens, do...
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... the lens using the focus ring. Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector. Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on and check that it is not turned on . Remedy Turn the video source on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outlet. No picture Cause The video source is switched on page 27 for details. 56 Troubleshooting The lens cover is...
... the lens using the focus ring. Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector. Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on and check that it is not turned on . Remedy Turn the video source on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outlet. No picture Cause The video source is switched on page 27 for details. 56 Troubleshooting The lens cover is...