Benq LW61ST, LX60ST User Manual

LX60ST/LW61ST Digital Projector

User Manual

Ta b l e o f c o nte n t s

Important safety

instructions ........................... 3

Introduction.......................... 7

Projector features.....................................7

Shipping contents ...................................... 8

Projector exterior view........................... 9

Controls and functions ..........................10

Positioning your

projector..............................14

Choosing a location................................14

Obtaining a preferred projected

image size..................................................15

Connection ......................... 17

Connecting video source devices........18

Playing sound through the projector..18

Operation............................ 20

Starting up the projector ......................20

Adjusting the projected image .............21

Using the menus......................................23

Securing the projector...........................24

Switching input signal .............................27

Magnifying and searching for details ...28

Selecting the aspect ratio ......................28

Optimizing the image .............................30

Setting the presentation timer.............33

Remote paging operations ....................34

Freezing the image ..................................34

Hiding the image......................................34

Locking control keys ..............................35

Operating in a high altitude

environment.............................................35

Creating your own startup screen......35

Adjusting the sound ............................... 36

Presenting from a USB Reader............ 37

Shutting down the projector ............... 38

Direct power off.....................................38

Menu operation ...................................... 39

Maintenance........................ 48

Care of the projector............................ 48

Light source information ...................... 49

Troubleshooting ................ 52

Specifications ...................... 53

Projector specifications......................... 53

Dimensions .............................................. 54

Wall mount installation ......................... 54

Timing chart.............................................57

Warranty and Copyright

information ......................... 60

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Important safety instructions

Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.

Safety Instructions

1. Please read this manual before you operate your projector. Save

it for future reference.

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.

5. In some countries, the line voltage is

6. Do not block the projection lens with

NOT stable. This projector is designed to operate safely within a mains voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC, but could fail if power cuts or surges of ±10 volts occur. In

areas where the mains voltage may fluctuate or cut out, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

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 light source, press ECO BLANK on the projector or remote control.

4. Always open the lens shutter (if

any) or remove the lens cap (if any) when the projector light source is on.

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(10000 feet)

0 m

(0 feet)

Safety Instructions (Continued)

7. Do not operate light sources beyond the rated light source life. Excessive operation of light sources beyond the rated life could cause them to fail on rare occasions.

8. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, sustaining serious damage.

10. 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.

11. Do not place this projector in any of the 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, shorten the projector's life span and darken the image.

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.

Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any cover. Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel.

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- 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).

Safety Instructions (Continued)

12. 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.

15. 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.

If the ventilation holes are seriously obstructed, overheating inside the projector may result in a fire.

13. 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 light source.

14. 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.

16. 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 power outlet and call BenQ to have the projector serviced.

17. 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.

18. This apparatus must be earthed.

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Safety Instructions (Continued)

Ceiling mounting the projector

We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to person and property.

If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed.

If you use a non-BenQ brand projector ceiling mount kit, there is a safety risk that the projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws.

You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the place you purchased your BenQ projector. BenQ recommends that you also purchase a separate Kensington lock compatible security cable and attach it securely to both the Kensington lock slot on the projector and the base of the ceiling mount bracket. This will perform the secondary role of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose.

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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.

• ECO BLANK - With technology, the Eco Blank function will save up to 90% of your light source power at the same time your image is hiding

• Network Settings allowing management of projector status from a computer using a web browser

• Microphone jack to output the sound through the projector speaker

• USB MINI-B jack to display computer signal through a USB cable

• USB TYPE-A jack to present images stored on a USB flash drive

• 3D function to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images

• Filter free design to lower maintenance and operating costs

• Auto keystone function to correct image keystoning automatically

• Brilliant color / VIDI to provide truer, more vibrant colors in picture

• Closed captioning to display the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos

• Variable audio output

• Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors

• Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process

• Selectable password protected function

• 3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking

• Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations

• One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality

• Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images

• Adjustable color balance control for data/video display

• Ability to display 1.07 billion colors

• Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus

• Switchable normal and economic modes to reduce the power consumption

• Built-in speakers providing mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected

• Component HDTV compatibility (YP

• 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 light source brightness will decline over time and may vary within the light source manufacturers specifications. This is normal and expected behavior.

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Shipping contents

1. Wall mount kit

2. RS232 cable

3. Soft carry bag

Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contact your place of purchase.

Standard accessories

The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated.

*The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed information.

Projector Power cord VGA cable

Quick start guide User manual CD Warranty card*

Optional accessories

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Remote control with batteries

Projector exterior view

Front/upper side

Rear/lower side

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1. External control panel (See "Controls and functions" on page

10 for details.)

2. Vent (cool air intake)

3. Lens cover

4. Focus ring

5. Vent (heated air exhaust)

6. Front IR remote sensor

7. Projection lens

8. AC power jack

9. 12V DC 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.

10. RJ45 LAN input jack

11. USB Mini-B port

12. RS232 control port

13. USB Type-A ports

14. HDMI-input port

15. RGB signal output jack

16. RGB (PC)/Component Video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input jack

17. S-Video input jack Video input jack

18. Audio (L/R) input jacks

19. Audio input jacks

Audio output jack Microphone jack

20. Rear IR remote sensor

21. Kensington anti-theft lock slot

22. Ceiling mount holes

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Controls and functions

Projector

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1. Focus ring

Adjusts the focus of the projected image.

2. TEMPerature warning light

Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too high.

3. LIGHT indicator light

Indicates the status of the light source. Lights up or flashes when the light source has developed a problem.

4. MENU/EXIT

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings.

5. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, / Down)

Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection.

6. Left/

Decreases the projector volume.

7. MODE/ENTER

Selects an available picture setup mode.

Activates the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.

8. ECO BLANK

Used to hide the screen picture.

9. POWER indicator light

Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation.

10. AUTO

Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image.

11. Right/

Increases the projector volume.

When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the #6, #5, and #11 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments.

12. POWER

Toggles the projector between standby mode and on.

13. SOURCE

Displays the source selection bar.

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Remote control

6. MODE/ENTER

Selects an available picture setup mode.

Activates the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.

7. LASER

Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes.

8. PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN

Operates your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint).

9. FREEZE

Freezes the projected image.

10. NETWORK SETTING

Enters network setting directly.

11. TEST

Displays the test pattern.

12. SMART ECO

Displays the light source mode selection bar.

1. ON/OFF

Toggles the projector between standby mode and on.

2. Source selection buttons (COMPUTER-1, COMPUTER-2,

VIDEO, S-VIDEO)

Selects an input source for display.

3. MENU/EXIT

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings.

4. ECO BLANK

Used to hide the screen image.

5. Left

Decreases the projected image brightness.

13. NETWORK

Searches the network signal and project it within a few seconds once available.

14. SOURCE

Displays the source selection bar.

15. AUTO

Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image.

16. Keystone/Arrow buttons ( / Up, /Down)

Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection.

17. Right

Increases the projected image brightness.

When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the #5, #16 and #17 buttons are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments.

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18. ZOOM+/ZOOM-

Magnifies or reduces the projected image size.

19. VOLUME+/VOLUME-

Adjusts the sound level.

20. MUTE

Toggles projector audio between on and off.

21. ASPECT

Selects the display aspect ratio.

22. MIC/VOL +/-

Adjusts the microphone sound level.

23. CAPTURE

Captures the projected picture and save it as your startup screen.

24. Numeric buttons

Enters numbers in network settings.

Numeric buttons 1, 2, 3, 4 cannot be pressed when asked to enter password.

Operating the LASER pointer

The Laser Pointer is a presentation aid for professionals. It emits red colored light when you press it.

The laser beam is visible. It is necessary to press and hold LASER for continuous output.

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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Remote control effective range

• Operating the projector from the front

• Operating the projector from the rear

Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the rear 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).

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.

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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Positioning your projector

Choosing a location

Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations:

1. Front Table

Select this location with the projector placed on the table in front of the screen. This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability.

2. Front Ceiling

Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen.

Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.

Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.

3. Rear Ceiling

Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen.

Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit are required for this installation location.

Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.

4. Rear Table

Select this location with the projector placed on the table behind the screen.

Note that a special rear projection screen is required.

Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.

Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment.

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Obtaining a preferred projected image size

Screen size

Projection distance

Center of lens

Screen

Vertical offset

The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors in the projected image size.

Projection dimensions

Refer to "Dimensions" on page 54 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position.

LX60ST

Screen size

Diagonal

Inch mm

80 2032 1626 1219 988 183

100 2540 2032 1524 1235 229

120 3048 2438 1829 1481 274

150 3810 3048 2286 1852 343

180 4572 3658 2743 2222 411

200 5080 4064 3048 2469 457

220 5588 4470 3353 2716 503

240 6096 4877 3658 2963 549

270 6858 5486 4115 3333 617

300 7620 6096 4572 3704 686

(mm)H (mm)

Distance from screen (mm)

Ver t i ca l o f fs e t

(mm)

For example, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the recommended projection distance is 1481 mm and the vertical offset is 274 mm.

If your measured projection distance is 2.0 m (2000 mm), the closest match in the

"Distance from screen (mm)" column is 1852 mm. Looking across this row shows that a

150'' (about 3.8 m) screen is required.

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LW61ST

Screen size

Projection distance

Center of lens

Screen

Vertical offset

Screen size

Diagonal

Inch mm

(mm)H (mm)

Distance from screen (mm)

Ver t i ca l o f fs e t

(mm)

80 2032 1723 1077 842 53.85

100 2540 2154 1346 1053 67

120 3048 2585 1615 1263 81

150 3810 3231 2019 1579 101

180 4572 3877 2423 1895 121

200 5080 4308 2692 2105 135

220 5588 4739 2962 2316 148

240 6096 5169 3231 2526 162

270 6858 5816 3635 2842 182

300 7620 6462 4039 3158 202

For example, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the recommended projection distance is 1263 mm and the vertical offset is 81 mm.

If your measured projection distance is 1.5 m (1500 mm), the closest match in the

"Distance from screen (mm)" column is 1579 mm. Looking across this row shows that a

150'' (about 3.8 m) screen is required.

All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics. This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.

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Connection

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Notebook or desktop computer

Speakers

A/V device

Monitor

(DVI)

(VGA)

Microphone

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 8). They are commercially available from electronics stores.

• The connection illustrations below are for reference only. The rear connecting jacks available on the

projector vary with each projector model.

1. VGA cable

2. VGA to DVI-A cable

3. USB cable

4. Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adapter cable

5. S-Video cable

6. Video cable

7. Audio L/R cable

8. Audio cable

9. Microphone

10. USB flash drive/USB wireless dongle

11. HDMI cable

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• Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a function key labeled CRT/ LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your notebook's documentation to find your notebook's key combination.

• The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the COMPUTER 1 jack.

• If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make sure the Monitor Out function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu. See "Standby Settings"

on page 46 for details.

Connecting video source devices

You need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the 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:

Te r m i na l n a me Terminal appearance Picture quality

HDMI

Best

Component Video

S-Video

Video

Better

Good

Normal

Connecting audio

The projector has two 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.

The built-in speakers will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected.

• In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s HDMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV. See "Changing Color

Space" on page 27 for details.

• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is connected. See

"Connecting audio" on page 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.

Playing sound through the projector

You can make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in your presentations, and also connect separate amplified speakers to the AUDIO OUT socket of the projector.

If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector.

You can also use a microphone to output the sound through the projector speaker.

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