Benq LW730 Operating instructions

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Digital Projector

User Manual

LW730 / LH730

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Warranty and Copyright information

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.

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.

For other information, please visit www.BenQ.com.

Copyright © 2022 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.

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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Please go to http://patmarking.benq.com/ for the details on BenQ projector patent coverage.

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Table of Contents

Warranty and Copyright information ...............................................................................2

Important safety instructions .........................................................................................4

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

Shipping contents ............................................................................................................. 7

Projector exterior view ...................................................................................................... 8

Controls and functions ..................................................................................................... 9

Positioning your projector ............................................................................................11

Choosing a location ........................................................................................................11

Obtaining a preferred projected image size.................................................................. 12

Mounting the projector ................................................................................................... 16

Adjusting the projected image .......................................................................................17

Connection ...................................................................................................................19

Operation .....................................................................................................................22

Starting up the projector ................................................................................................. 22

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

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

Switching input signal ..................................................................................................... 25

Connecting the projector to the Internet .......................................................................26

Shutting down the projector ...........................................................................................27

Menu operation ............................................................................................................28

Basic Menu ......................................................................................................................28

Advanced Menu .............................................................................................................. 29

Maintenance ................................................................................................................47

Care of the projector .......................................................................................................47

Light source information ................................................................................................47

Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................50

Specifications ..............................................................................................................51

Projector specifications .................................................................................................51

Dimensions ......................................................................................................................52

Timing chart .................................................................................................................... 53

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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.

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.

6. In some countries, the line voltage is 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).

7. 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 light source, use the blank function.

4. Always open the lens shutter (if any) or

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

5. The light source becomes extremely hot during operation.

8. Do not operate light sources beyond the rated light source life.

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

10. 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 other covers. Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel.

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 light source.

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.

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.

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

14. 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.

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.

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16. Do not place liquids near or on the

3000 m

(10000

feet)

0 m

(0 feet)

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/wall mount installation.

19. 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.

- 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).

18. This apparatus must be earthed.

Risk Group 2

1. According to the classification of photobiological safety of light sources and light source systems, this product is Risk Group 2, IEC 62471-5:2015.

2. Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product.

3. Do not stare at operating light source. May be harmful to the eyes.

4. As with any bright source, do not stare into the direct beam.

To avoid damaging the DLP chips, never aim a high-power laser beam into the projection lens.

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Introduction

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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

Projector

Remote control with

batteries

Quick start guide Warranty card* Regulatory statements

• 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.

Optional accessories

• Wireless Dongle (EZC5201BS) (for LH730)

Replacing the remote control batteries

1. Press and open the battery cover, as illustrated.

2. Remove the old batteries (if applicable) and install two AAA batteries. Make sure that the positive and negative ends are positioned correctly, as illustrated.

Power cord

3. Replace the battery cover until 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

10 11

12 14 15

10 11

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LH730

LW730

4 4

1. Vent (air inlet)

2. External control panel (See Controls and functions on page 9.)

3. Security bar

4. Adjuster feet

5. IR remote sensor

6. Projection lens

7. Vent (air exhaust)

8. Focus ring and Zoom ring

9. IR remote sensor

10. RJ-45 LAN input jack

11. Audio output jack

12. USB Type A port (for WiFi dongle)

13. HDMI input ports

14. USB Type A port (5V/1.5A power supply)

15. RS-232 control port

16. Kensington anti-theft lock slot

17. AC power jack

18. Ceiling/Wall mount holes

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Controls and functions

All the key presses described in this document are available on the remote control or projector.

Projector & Remote control

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4 5

13 14 15 16

1. POWER Toggles the projector between standby

mode and on.

ON/ Off

Toggles the projector between standby mode and on.

2. Arrow keys Keystone keys ( , ) Displays the keystone correction page. Arrow keys ( , , , ) When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu

is activated, these keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments.

3. OK Selects an available picture setup mode. When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu

is activated, confirms the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.

4. BACK Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits

and saves menu settings.

5. MENU Turns on or closes the On-Screen Display

(OSD) menu.

6. ECO BLANK Used to hide the screen picture.

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.

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7. POWER indicator light/TEMPerature

warning light/LIGHT indicator light (See Indicators on page 49.)

8. SOURCE Displays the source selection bar.

9. Source selection button: PC 1 No function.

10. Source selection button: HDMI Selects HDMI 1 input source for display.

11. PAGE /PAGE Operate your display software program (on

a connected PC) which responds to page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint).

12. SMART ECO Displays the Light Source Mode menu for

selecting a suitable light source operating mode.

14. FREEZE Freezes the projected image.

15. ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio.

16. Volume keys / Decreases or increase the projector

volume.

17. ZOOM+/ZOOM- Magnifies or reduces the projected picture

size.

18. QUICK INSTALL Quickly selects several functions to adjust

the projected image and displays the test pattern.

19. MUTE Toggles projector audio between on and

off.

13. AUTO No function.

Remote control effective range

The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensor(s) to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor(s) should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet).

Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor(s) on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam.

• Operating the projector from the front • Operating the projector from the top

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Positioning your projector

Choosing a location

Before choosing an installation location for your projector, take the following factors into consideration:

• Size and position of your screen

• Electrical outlet location

• Location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment

You can install your projector in the following ways.

1. Front 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.

3. Front Ceiling Select this location with the projector

suspended upside-down in front of the screen. Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling/Wall Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector.

2. Rear Select this location with the projector placed

on the table behind the screen. Note that a special rear projection screen is required.

4. Rear Ceiling Select this location with the projector

suspended upside-down from behind the screen. Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling/Wall Mount Kit are required for this installation location.

After turning on the projector, go to Advanced Menu - Installation > Projector Position and press / to select a setting.

You can also use QUICK INSTALL on the remote control to access this menu.

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Obtaining a preferred projected image size

Projection distance

Center of lens

Screen

16:10 Screen diagonal

Offset

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

Projection dimensions

• The screen aspect ratio is 16:10 and the projected picture is in a 16:10 aspect ratio

LW730

Screen size Projection distance (mm)

Diagonal

Inch mm

30 762 646 404 885 974 1062 -42

40 1016 862 538 118 0 1298 1416 -57

50 1270 1077 673 1475 1623 1771 -71

60 1524 1292 808 1771 1948 2125 -85

70 1778 1508 942 2066 2272 2479 -99

80 2032 1723 1077 2361 2597 2833 -113

87 2210 1874 1171 2567 2824 3081 -123

100 2540 2154 1346 2951 3246 3541 -141

110 2794 2369 1481 3246 3571 3895 -155

120 3048 2585 1615 3541 3895 4249 -170

130 3302 2800 1750 3836 4220 4603 -184

140 3556 3015 1885 4131 4544 4957 -198

150 3810 3231 2019 4426 4869 5312 -212

160 4064 3446 2154 4721 5194 5666 -226

170 4318 3662 2289 5016 5518 6020 -240

180 4572 3877 2423 5312 5843 6374 -254

190 4826 4092 2558 5607 6167 6728 -269

200 5080 4308 2692 5902 6492 7082 -283

210 5334 4523 2827 6197 6816 7436 -297

220 5588 4739 2962 6492 7141 7790 -311

230 5842 4954 3096 6787 7466 8144 -325

240 6096 5169 3231 7082 7790 8498 -339

250 6350 5385 3365 7377 8115 8853 -353

260 6604 5600 3500 7672 8439 9207 -368

270 6858 5816 3635 7967 8764 9561 -382

280 7112 6031 3769 8262 9089 9915 -396

290 7366 6246 3904 8558 9413 10269 -410

300 7620 6462 4039 8853 9738 10623 -424

W (mm) H (mm)

Min distance

(with max

zoom)

Average

Max distance

(with min

zoom)

Offset (mm)

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For example, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the recommended projection distance is 3895 mm.

If your measured projection distance is 4200 mm, the closest match in the "Projection distance

(mm)" column is 4220 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 130'' (about 3.3 m) screen is

required.

To optimize your projection quality, we suggest doing the projection by referring to the values listed in the non-gray rows.

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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LH730

Projection distance

Center of lens

Screen

16:9 Screen diagonal

Offset

• The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is in a 16:9 aspect ratio

Screen size Projection distance (mm)

Diagonal

Inch mm

30 762 664 374 863 950 1036 -31

40 1016 886 498 115 1 1266 1381 -41

50 1270 1107 623 1439 1583 1727 -52

60 1524 1328 747 1727 1899 2072 -62

70 1778 1550 872 2015 2216 2417 -72

80 2032 1771 996 2302 2533 2763 -83

90 2286 1992 1121 2590 2849 3108 -93

100 2540 2214 1245 2878 3166 3454 -103

110 2794 2435 1370 3166 3482 3799 -114

120 3048 2657 1494 3454 3799 4144 -124

130 3302 2878 1619 3741 4115 4490 -134

140 3556 3099 1743 4029 4432 4835 -145

150 3810 3321 1868 4317 4749 5180 -155

160 4064 3542 1992 4605 5065 5526 -165

170 4318 3763 2117 4893 5382 5871 -176

180 4572 3985 2241 5180 5698 6216 -186

190 4826 4206 2366 5468 6015 6562 -196

200 5080 4428 2491 5756 6331 6907 -207

210 5334 4649 2615 6044 6648 7252 -217

220 5588 4870 2740 6331 6965 7598 -227

230 5842 5092 2864 6619 7281 7943 -238

240 6096 5313 2989 6907 7598 8288 -248

250 6350 5535 3113 7195 7914 8634 -258

260 6604 5756 3238 7483 8231 8979 -269

270 6858 5977 3362 7770 8547 9325 -279

280 7112 6199 3487 8058 8864 9670 -289

290 7366 6420 3611 8346 9181 10015 -300

300 7620 6641 3736 8634 9497 10361 -310

W (mm) H (mm)

Min distance

(with max

zoom)

Average

Max distance

(with min

zoom)

Offset (mm)

For example, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the recommended projection distance is 3799 mm.

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If your measured projection distance is 3000 mm, the closest match in the "Projection distance

(mm)" column is 3166 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 100'' (about 2.5 m) screen is

required.

To optimize your projection quality, we suggest doing the projection by referring to the values listed in the non-gray rows.

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Mounting the projector

Ceiling/Wall mount screw: M4 * 8L

Unit: mm

305.9

282.9

176.6

145.6

48.1

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

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

Before mounting the projector

• Purchase a BenQ projector mounting 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 mounting bracket. This will perform the secondary role of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose.

• Ask your dealer to install the projector for you. Installing the projector on your own may cause it to fall and result in injury.

• Take necessary procedures to prevent the projector from falling off such as during an earthquake.

• The warranty doesn’t cover any product damage caused by mounting the projector with a non-BenQ brand projector mounting kit.

• Consider the surrounding temperature where the projector is ceiling/wall mounted. If a heater is used, the temperature around the ceiling/wall may be higher than expected.

• Read the user manual for the mounting kit about the range of torque. Tightening with torque exceeding the recommended range may cause damage to the projector and subsequently falling off.

• Make sure the power outlet is at an accessible height so that you can easily shut down the projector.

Ceiling/Wall mount installation diagram

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Adjusting the projected image

Adjusting the projection angle

If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. You can screw the adjuster feet to fine-tune the horizontal angle.

To retract the feet, screw the adjuster feet in a reverse direction.

Do not look into the lens while the light source is on. The strong light from the light source may cause damage to your eyes.

Fine-tuning the image size and clarity

Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the zoom ring.

Sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring.

Correcting keystone

Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image becomes a trapezoid due to angled projection.

To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, if you want the projector to automatically correct image keystoning, be sure the Auto Vertical Keystone function in the Advanced Menu - Installation menu is On.

Or you will need to manually correct it following these steps.

1. Do one of the following steps to display the keystone correction page.

• Press / .

• Press QUICK INSTALL on the remote control. Press to highlight 2D Keystone and press OK.

• Go to Advanced Menu - Installation > 2D Keystone and press OK.

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2. After the 2D Keystone correction page displays. To correct keystoning at the top of the

Press . Press .

Corner Fit

Press for 2 seconds to reset

Exit

image, use . To correct keystoning at the bottom of the image, use . To correct keystoning at the right side of the image, use . To correct keystoning at the left side of the image, use .

Adjusting Corner Fit

You can manually adjust four corners of the image by setting the horizontal and vertical values.

1. Do one of the following steps to display the keystone correction page.

• Press QUICK INSTALL on the remote control. Press to highlight Corner Fit and press OK.

• Go to Advanced menu - Installation > Corner Fit and press OK.

2. Press / / / to select one corner and press OK.

3. Press / to adjust vertical values.

4. Press / to adjust horizontal values.

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Connection

LH730

LW730

1 3

4 5 1 6

Notebook or desktop computer

HDMI cable

Wireless Dongle

RJ-45 cable

RS-232 cable

USB cable

Audio cable

456

Speakers

A/V device

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 above, some cables may not be included with the projector (see Shipping contents on

page 7). They are commercially available from electronics stores.

• The connection illustrations are for reference only. The rear connecting jacks available on the projector vary with each projector model.

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

• 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.

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Connecting audio

The projector has built-in mono speaker(s) 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 speaker(s).

The built-in speaker(s) will work only when Internal Speaker is selected in the Advanced menu Audio > Audio Outputs menu.

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

Connecting the Wireless Dongle (optional for LH730)

The projector has equipped with a WIRELESS DONGLE port for the Wireless Dongle (EZC5201BS) which supports wireless projection between the projector and the following systems: iOS, macOS, Android, Windows.

After inserting the WiFi dongle into the WIRELESS DONGLE port, select Wireless Display from the source selection bar. You can follow the on-screen instructions to enable wireless projection.

Connecting the projector to the Internet

1. Select the WiFi SSID (BenQ_xxxxxxxx) of the projector in the WiFi settings on your device.

2. Enter the password from the projected image.

3. Open your web browser and go to the address of the projector (192.168.203.1).

4. Select a WiFi network that you want to join.

5. Enter the password if asked.

Performing wireless projection

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For different devices, follow the steps below.

• For iOS/macOS devices

1. Select the WiFi network that the projector joined in the WiFi settings on your device.

2. After opening control center, press screen mirroring and choose the projector (BenQ_xxxxxxxx) to start projection.

• For Android devices

After opening the Quick settings panel, press the Screen Mirroring icon and choose the projector (BenQ_xxxxxxxx).

• For Windows OS devices

Press the Windows + P / K and choose the projector (BenQ_xxxxxxxx).

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Operation

Starting up the projector

1. Plug the power cord. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). The power indicator on the projector lights orange after power has been applied.

2. Press on the projector or on the remote control to start the projector. The power indicator

flashes green and stays green when the projector is on.

The start up procedure takes about 10 seconds. In the later stage of start up, a startup logo is projected.

(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness.

3. If the projector is activated for the first time, select your OSD language following the on-screen instructions.

4. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to enter a 6-digit password. See Utilizing the

password function on page 24.

5. Switch all of the connected equipment on.

6. The projector will search for input signals. The current input signal being scanned appears. If the projector does not detect a valid signal, the message “No Signal” will continue displaying until an input signal is found.

You can also press SOURCE to select your desired input signal. See Switching input signal

on page 25.

• Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cord) to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire.

• If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90 seconds before energizing the light source.

• The Setup Wizard screenshots are for reference only and may differ from the actual design.

• If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you will see the message “Out of Range” displayed on the background screen. Please change to an input signal which is compatible with the projector's resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting. See Timing chart on

page 53.

• If no signal is detected for 3 minutes, the projector automatically enters saving mode.

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Using the menus

Picture Mode

Presentation

Exit Exit

Auto

Aspect Ratio

Light Source Mode

2D Keystone

Volume

Brightness

Information

Menu Type

SmartEco

Basic menu

234

Picture

Picture Mode

Sharpness

Reset Current Picture Mode

Advanced Color Settings

User Management

Brightness

Contrast

Audio

Display

Installation

System

Information

Presentation

Enter Return Exit

The projector is equipped with 2 types of On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings.

• Basic OSD menu: provides primary menu functions. (See Basic Menu on page 28)

• Advanced OSD menu: provides full menu functions. (See Advanced Menu on page 29) To access the OSD menu, press MENU on the projector or remote control.

• Use the arrow keys ( / / / ) on the projector or remote control to move through the menu items.

• Use OK on the projector or remote control to confirm the selected menu item.

The first time you use the projector (after finishing the initial setup), press MENU, and the Advanced OSD menu will be displayed.

The OSD screenshots below are for reference only, and may differ from the actual design.

Below is the overview of the Basic OSD menu.

Menu type

Sub-menu and status

Current input signal

Function keys

If you intend to switch from the Basic OSD menu to the Advanced OSD menu, follow the instructions below:

1. Go to Menu Type and press OK.

2. Press / to select Advanced and press OK. Your projector will switch to Advanced OSD

menu.

Below is the overview of the Advanced OSD menu.

Main menu

Current input signal

Sub-menu and status

Function keys

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Likewise, when you wish to switch from the Advanced OSD menu to the Basic OSD menu,

Input New Password

Return

Password Error

Please try again.

Please write down the re call code, and contact BenQ Customer Center.

Recall Code:

CJ-2014-541638

Recall Password

Return

follow the instructions below:

1. Go to System > Menu Settings > Menu Type and press OK.

2. Press / to select Basic. Your projector will switch to the Basic OSD menu.

Securing the projector

Utilizing the password function

Setting a password

1. Go to Advanced menu - System > Security Settings > Password. Press OK. The Password page appears.

2. Highlight Change Password and press OK.

3. The four arrow keys ( , , , ) respectively 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.

5. To activate the Power On Lock function, go to

System > Security Settings > Password > Power On Lock, press OK and / to select On. Input the

password again.

• The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Make a note of your selected password and keep it in a safe place in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.

• 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.

If you forget the password

If you enter the wrong password, the password error message will appear, and the Input Password message follows. If you absolutely do not remember the password, you can use the password recall procedure. See Entering the password recall procedure on page 24.

If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically shut down in a short time.

Entering the password recall procedure

1. Press and hold OK for 3 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the screen.

2. Write down the number and turn off your projector.

3. 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.

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Changing the password

Source

1. Go to Advanced menu - System > Security Settings > Password. Press OK. The Password page appears.

2. Highlight Change Password and press OK.

3. Enter the old password.

• If the password is correct, another message Input New Password appears.

• If the password is incorrect, the password error message will appear, and the message Input Current Password appears for your retry. You can press BACK to cancel the change or try another password.

4. Enter a new password.

5. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.

Disabling the password function

To disable password protection, go to Advanced menu - System > Security Settings > Password > Power On Lock and press OK and / to select Off. The message Input Password

appears. Enter the current password.

• If the password is correct, the OSD menu will disappear. You will not have to enter the password next time turning on the projector.

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.

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 searches for the available signals.

Be sure the Advanced menu - Display > Auto Source Search menu is On if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals.

To manually select the source:

1. Press SOURCE. A source selection bar appears.

2. Press / until your desired signal is selected and press OK. Once detected, the selected source information will appear 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.

• The brightness level of the projected image will change accordingly when you switch between different input signals.

• For best display picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at the projector’s native 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. See Aspect

Ratio on page 36.

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Connecting the projector to the Internet

If you are in a DHCP environment:

1. Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the RJ45 LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJ45 port.

When connecting the RJ45 cable, avoid coiling and intertwining the cable as it may cause signal noise or interruption.

2. Make sure the menu type is Advanced. See Using the menus on page 23 for how to switch to the Advanced OSD menu.

3. Go to the Advanced menu - System > Network Settings menu.

4. Highlight Wired LAN and then press OK. The Wired LAN page is displayed.

5. Press / to highlight DHCP and press / to select On.

6. Press / to highlight Apply and press OK.

7. Go back to the Network page.

8. Press / to highlight AMX Device Discovery and press / to select On or Off. When AMX Device Discovery is On, the projector can be detected by AMX controller.

9. Please wait for around 15 - 20 seconds, and then re-enter the Wired LAN page.

10. The IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Server settings will be displayed. Note down the IP address displayed in the IP Address row.

If the IP Address still does not display, contact your ITS administrator.

If you are in a non-DHCP environment:

1. Repeat steps 1-4 above.

2. Press / to highlight DHCP and press / to select Off.

3. Contact your ITS administrator for information on the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Server settings.

4. Press / to select the item you want to modify and press OK.

5. Press / to move the cursor and then press / to enter the value.

6. To save the setting, press OK. If you do not want to save the setting, press BACK.

7. Press / to highlight Apply and press OK.

8. Press BACK to return to Wired LAN page, press / to highlight AMX Device Discovery and press / to select On or Off.

9. Press BACK to exit the menu.

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Shutting down the projector

1. Press and a confirmation message will appear prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear.

2. Press a second time. The power indicator flashes orange, the projection light source shuts down, and the

fans will continue to run for approximately 2 seconds to cool down the projector.

3. Once the cooling process finishes, the power indicator becomes a steady orange and fans stop. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.

To protect the light source, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process.

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Menu operation

Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using.

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.

Basic Menu

Menu (Ref. Page)

LW730: Bright/Presentation/Spreadsheet/Video Conference/

Picture Mode (30)

Aspect Ratio (36) Auto/4:3/16:9/16:10

Light Source Mode (48)

2D Keystone (17)

Volume (35)0 – 20 Brightness (31) 0–100

Information (46)

Menu Type (44) Basic/Advanced

Infographic/(3D)/User1/User2 LH730: Bright/Presentation/Spreadsheet/Video Conference/ Infographic/(3D)/(HDR10)/(HLG)/User1/User2

Normal ECO SmartEco Custom H: -30~0~30 V: -30~0~30

Native Resolution Detected Resolution Source Picture Mode Light Source Mode 3D Format Color System Dynamic Range (LH730 only) Light Source Usage Time Firmware Version Service Code

Options

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Advanced Menu

1. Main menu: Picture

Structure

Menu Options

LW730: Bright/Presentation/ Spreadsheet/Video Conference/ Infographic/(3D)/User1/User2

Picture Mode

User Management

Brightness 0–100 Contrast 0–100 Sharpness 0–31

Advanced Color Settings

Reset Current Picture Mode Reset/Cancel

Load Settings From

Rename User Mode

Gamma Selection 1.8/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.3/2.4/2.5/2.6/BenQ

Color Temperature Normal/Cool/Native/Warm R Gain/G Gain/B

Color Temperature Tuning

Color Management

Light Source Mode Normal/ECO/SmartEco/Custom Custom Brightness 70%–100% HDR Brightness

(LH730 only) Noise Reduction 0 – 31

Gain R Offset/

G Offset/ B Offset

R/G/B/C/M/Y Hue/Saturation/Gain W (White Balance) R Gain/G Gain/B Gain Reset Reset/Cancel

LH730: Bright/Presentation/ Spreadsheet/Video Conference/ Infographic/(3D)/(HDR10)/(HLG)/ User1/User2

Bright/Presentation/Spreadsheet/ Video Conference/Infographic

0–200

0–511

-2/-1/0/1/2

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Function descriptions

Menu Descriptions

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.

• Bright: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required.

• Presentation: Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring.

• Spreadsheet: Designs for users who widely use excel and table to discuss financial numbers or quality numbers in meetings.

• Video Conference: Design for video conference scenarios which showcases detail skin color of remote meeting attendees.

• Infographic: Is perfect for presentations with the mixture of text and

Picture Mode

graphics due to its high color brightness and better color gradation to see the details clearly.

• 3D: Is appropriate for playing 3D images and 3D video clips. This mode is only available when 3D function is enabled and 3D content is detected.

• HDR10 (only for LH730): Delivers High Dynamic Range effects with higher contrasts of brightness and colors for HDR Blu-ray movies. Picture Mode will be switched to HDR10 automatically while detecting metadata or EOTF info from HDR contents.

• HLG (only for LH730): Delivers High Dynamic Range effects with higher contrasts of brightness and colors. Picture Mode will be switched to HLG automatically while detecting metadata or EOTF info from HLG streaming contents.

• User1/User2: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes. See User Management on page 31.

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There is one user-definable mode if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User1/User2 mode) as a starting point and customize the settings.

• Load Settings From

1. Go to Picture > Picture Mode.

2. Press / to select User1 or User2.

3. Press to highlight User Management, and press OK. The User Management page is displayed.

4. Select Load Settings From and press OK.

5. Press / to select a picture mode that is closest to your need.

6. Press OK and BACK to return to the Picture menu.

User Management

Brightness

Contrast

7. Press to select the sub-menu items you want to change and adjust the values with / . The adjustments define the selected user mode.

• Rename User Mode

Select to rename the customized picture mode (User1/User2). The new name can be up to 9 characters including English letters (A-Z, a-z), digits (0-9), and space (_).

1. Go to Picture > Picture Mode.

2. Press / to select User1or User2.

3. Press to highlight User Management, and press OK. The User Management page is displayed.

4. Press to highlight Rename User Mode and press OK. The Rename User Mode page is displayed.

5. Use / / / , and OK to set desired characters.

6. When done, press BACK to save the changes and exit.

The higher the value, the brighter 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.

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.

Sharpness The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes.

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• Gamma Selection

High Brightness

Low Contrast

Low Brightness

High Contrast

1.8

2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 BenQ

Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness.

• 1.8/2.0/2.1/BenQ: Select these values according to your preference.

• 2.2/2.3: Increases the average brightness of the picture. Best for a lit environment, meeting room or family room.

• 2.4/2.5: Best for viewing movies in a dark environment.

• 2.6: Best for viewing movies which are mostly composed of dark scenes.

Advanced Color Settings

• Color Temperature Tuning There are several preset color temperature settings available. The available

settings may vary according to the signal type selected.

• Normal: Maintains normal colorings for white.

• Cool: Makes images appear bluish white.

• Native: With the light source’s original color temperature and higher brightness. This setting is suitable for environments where high brightness is required, such as projecting pictures in well lit rooms.

• Warm: Makes images appear reddish white.

You can also set a preferred color temperature by adjusting the following options.

• R Gain/G Gain/B Gain: Adjusts the contrast levels of Red, Green, and Blue.

• R Offset/G Offset/B Offset: Adjusts the brightness levels of Red, Green, and Blue.

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Advanced Color

RED

BLUE

GREEN

Yellow

Cyan

Magenta

Settings (Continued)

• Color Management 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.

To make adjustments, press the / arrows to highlight an independent color from among Red (R), Green (G), Blue (B), Cyan (C), Magenta (M), Yellow (Y) or White (W). The following menu items are displayed for your choice.

• Hue: Increase in the range will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors. Please refer to the illustration 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.

• Saturation: Adjusts the values to your preference. Every adjustment made will 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.

• Gain: Adjusts the values to your preference. The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately.

If you select White Balance, you can adjust the contrast levels of Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and White by selecting R Gain, G Gain, and B Gain.

To return all the settings to the factory default values, highlight Reset, and press OK.

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 entirely. If the saturation is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic.

• Light Source Mode Selects a suitable light source power from among the provided modes. See

Extending light source life on page 48.

• Custom Brightness You can adjust the light source brightness. This function is only available

when Light Source Mode is Custom.

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Advanced Color Settings (Continued)

Reset Current Picture Mode

• HDR Brightness The projector can automatically adjust the brightness levels of your image

according to the input source. You can also manually select a brightness level to display better picture quality. When the value is higher, the image becomes brighter; when the value is lower, the image becomes darker.

• Noise Reduction Reduces electrical image noise caused by different media players.

Returns all of the adjustments you’ve made for the selected Picture Mode (including the preset mode, User1 and User2) to the factory preset values.

1. Press OK. The confirmation message is displayed.

2. Use / to select Reset and press OK. The current picture mode returns to the factory preset settings.

The following settings will still remain: Load Settings From.

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2. Main menu: Audio

Structure

Menu Options

Audio Outputs Internal Speaker/3.5mm Jack Mute Off/On Volume 0 – 20 Power On/Off Ring Tone Off/On Reset Audio Reset/Cancel

Function descriptions

Menu Descriptions

Audio Outputs

Mute

Volume

Power On/Off Ring Tone

Reset Audio

Selects an audio output source from built-in speakers (Internal Speaker), or the audio output jack (3.5mm Jack).

Select On to temporarily turn off the projector's internal speaker or the volume being output from the audio output jack.

To restore the audio, select Off. Adjusts the volume level of the projector's internal speaker or the volume

being output from the audio output jack. If the Mute function is activated, adjusting Volume will turn off the Mute

function. Sets the ring tone for the projector On or Off.

The Power On/Off Ring Tone can only be adjusted here. Setting the sound mute or adjusting the sound level do not affect the Power On/Off Ring Tone.

Returns all of the adjustments you’ve done under the Audio menu to the factory preset values.

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3. Main menu: Display

15:9 picture

4:3 picture

16:9 picture

16:10 picture

Structure

Menu Options

Aspect Ratio Auto/4:3/16:9/16:10 Auto Source Search Off/On Source Rename HDMI-1/HDMI-2

Auto/Top Bottom/Frame

3D Mode

HDMI Settings

Reset Display Reset/Cancel

3D Sync Invert Disable/Invert

Save 3D Settings

Apply 3D Settings

HDMI Format Auto/Limited/Full HDMI Equalizer HDMI-1/HDMI-2 Auto/1/2/3/4/5 HDMI EDID (LH730

only)

HDMI-1/HDMI-2 Enhanced/Standard

Sequential/Frame Packing/ Side by Side/Off

3D Settings 1/3D Settings 2/ 3D Settings 3

3D Settings 1/3D Settings 2/ 3D Settings 3/Off

Function descriptions

Menu Descriptions

There are several options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on your input signal source.

• Auto: Scales an image proportionally to

fit the projector's native resolution in its horizontal or vertical width.

• 4:3: Scales an image so that it is

Aspect Ratio

Auto Source Search

displayed in the center of the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio.

• 16:9: Scales an image so that it is

displayed in the center of the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio.

• 16:10: Scales an image so that it is

displayed in the center of the screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio.

Allows the projector to automatically search for a signal.

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Renames the current input source to your desired name. On the Source Rename page:

1. Press OK to display the on-screen keyboard.

Source Rename

2. Press / / / to select each desired digit/letter, and press OK to confirm each input.

3. Repeat the step above and when done, press BACK and to highlight Commit.

4. Press OK and the source name changes.

This projector supports playing three-dimensional (3D) content transferred through your 3D-compatible video devices and contents, such as PlayStation consoles (with 3D game discs), 3D Blu-ray players (with 3D Blu-ray discs), and so on. After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector, wear a pair of 3D glasses and make sure the power is on to view 3D contents.

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When watching 3D contents:

• The image may seem misplaced; however, this is not a product malfunction.

• Take appropriate breaks when watching 3D contents.

• Stop watching 3D contents if you feel fatigue or discomfort.

• Keep a distance from the screen of about three times the effective height of the screen.

• Children and people with a history of oversensitivity to light, heart problems, or any other existing medical conditions should be refrained from watching 3D contents.

• The image may seem reddish, greenish, or bluish without wearing 3D glasses. However, you will not notice any color bias when watching 3D contents with 3D glasses.

• The 4K source will not be displayed.

• 3D Mode The projector can automatically enable 3D mode via the contents when the

source type is HDMI and supports 1.4a. If you want the projector to automatically choose an appropriate 3D format when detecting 3D contents, select Auto. If the projector cannot recognize the 3D format, choose a 3D mode from among Top Bottom, Frame Sequential, Frame Packing and Side by Side.

When 3D Mode is enabled:

• The brightness level of the projected image decreases.

• The Picture Mode cannot be adjusted.

• The 2D Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees.

• 3D Sync Invert When your 3D image is distorted, enable this function to switch between the

image for the left eye and the right eye for more comfortable 3D viewing experience.

• Save 3D Settings When you have successfully displayed the 3D contents after making the

appropriate adjustments, you can enable this function and choose a set of 3D settings to memorize current 3D settings.

• Apply 3D Settings After the 3D settings are saved, you can decide if you would like to apply

them by choosing a set of 3D settings that you have saved. Once applied, the projector will automatically play the incoming 3D contents if it matches the 3D settings saved.

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HDMI Settings

• HDMI Format Selects a suitable RGB color range to correct the color accuracy.

• Auto: Automatically selects a suitable color range for the incoming HDMI signal.

• Limited: Utilizes the Limited range RGB 16-235.

• Full: Utilizes the Full range RGB 0-255.

• HDMI Equalizer Sets a suitable value to maintain the HDMI picture quality in long distance

data transmission.

• HDMI EDID Switches between Enhanced for HDMI 2.0 EDID and Standard for HDMI 1.4

EDID. Selecting Standard which supports up to 1080p 60Hz may solve abnormal display issues with some old players.

Reset Display

Returns all the settings on the Display main menu to the factory default values.

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4. Main menu: Installation

Structure

Menu Options

Projector Position Front/Front Ceiling/Rear/Rear Ceiling

2D Keystone

Auto Vertical Keystone Off/On Test Pattern On/Off High Altitude Mode On/Off

Baud Rate

Corner Fit 0~60

Digital Zoom 1.0X – 1.8X/2.0X Digital Shrink & Shift 0.75X~1.0X

Image Resizing

Blanking

Save Image Memory

Image Memory

Apply Image Memory Rename

H: -30 – +30 V: -30 – +30

9600/14400/19200/38400/57600/ 115200

Modes of Adjustment Top Bottom Left Right Reset All Blanking Settings

Memory-1/Memory-2/Memory-3/ Memory-4/Memory-5

Function descriptions

Menu Descriptions

Projector Position

2D Keystone See Correcting keystone on page 17 for details. Auto Vertical

Keystone

Test Pattern

The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See Choosing a location on page 11 for details.

Automatically corrects the keystoning at the top/bottom side of the projected image.

Adjusts the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion.

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We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m–3000 m above sea level, and ambient temperature is between 0°C–30°C.

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

High Altitude Mode

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.

Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and ambient temperature is between 0°C and 35°C. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode on under such a condition.

Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can

Baud Rate

connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable. This function is intended for qualified service personnel.

Corner Fit See Adjusting Corner Fit on page 18 for details.

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Image Resizing

• Digital Zoom Magnifies or reduces the projected image size.

1. After the adjustment bar displays, press / on the projector or ZOOM+/ZOOM- on the remote control repeatedly to reduce or magnify the image to a desired size.

2. Press OK to enter panning mode.

3. Press the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture.

The picture can only be navigated after it is magnified. You can further magnify the picture while searching for details.

• Digital Shrink & Shift

Shrinks and/or shifts the projected image.

1. After the adjustment bar displays, press / repeatedly to shrink or magnify the picture to a desired size.

2. Press OK to activate digital shift function.

3. After digital shift function is activated, press the directional arrows ( ,

, , ) to shift the image.

Image Memory

The picture can only be shifted after it shrank.

• Blanking

Blanks some parts of the projected image.

1. Select the Modes of Adjustment first by pressing / .

2. Press / to highlight the area you want to adjust and press / to adjust its range.

Enacting the Reset All Blanking Settings function will return all items in the Blanking menu to the factory preset values. Pressing OK clears the values of selected item (excluding Modes of Adjustment).

• Save Image Memory: Allows you to save and apply several sets of image

settings for regularly used circumstances, including the following settings: Projector Position, Aspect Ratio, Picture Mode, Source, Resolution, Light Source Mode, Digital Shrink & Shift, Blanking. You can choose one set of memory to save the current settings.

• Apply Image Memory: After the image memories are saved, you can

decide if you would like to apply it by choosing a set of memory that you have saved.

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• Rename: Renames the image memories.

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5. Main menu: System

Bhs Ind

Structure

Menu Options

Language

Background Settings

Menu Settings

Light Source Information

Standby Settings

Operation Settings

Security Settings

Network Settings

Factory Default Reset/Cancel Reset System Reset/Cancel

Background Color Black/Blue/Purple Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue Menu Type Basic/Advanced Menu Display Time 5 sec/10 sec/20 sec/30 sec/Always

Menu Position

Reminder Message Off/On Light Source Usage Time Normal Mode ECO Mode SmartEco Mode Custom Mode Equivalent Light Hours Standby Mode Eco/Network/Normal Auto Disable Network Standby Mode Never/20 min/1 hr/3 hr/6 hr Audio Pass Through Never/HDMI-1/HDMI-2 LED Indicator Off/On

Direct Power On Off/On

Power On/Off Settings

Panel Key Lock Off/On Yes/No

Password

Wired LAN

AMX Device Discovery Off/On MAC Address (Wired)

Signal Power On HDMI-1/HDMI-2

Auto Power Off

Status DHCP Off/On IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server Apply

Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/ Bottom-Right/Bottom-Left

Disable/3 min/10 min/15 min/ 20 min/25 min/30 min

Change Password Power On Lock

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Function descriptions

Menu Descriptions

Language Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.

• Background Color

Background Settings

Menu Settings

Light Source Information

Sets the background color for the projector.

• Splash Screen

Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start-up.

• Menu Type

Sets the OSD menu type according to your needs.

• Menu Display Time

Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press.

• Menu Position

Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position.

• Reminder Message

Sets the reminder messages on or off. This menu page displays the following information:

• Light Source Usage Time

• Light hours used under Normal Mode, ECO Mode, SmartEco, Custom

Mode.

• Standby Mode

Standby Settings

• Eco: The projector maintains at normal standby mode with less than

0.5W power consumption.

• Network: The projector maintains at network standby mode with less than 2W power consumption.

• Normal: Allows the projector to provide network, monitor out and audio pass through functions in standby mode.

• Auto Disable Network Standby Mode Allows the projector to disable the network function after a set period of

time after it enters standby mode. For instance, if 20 min is selected, the projector is able to provide the network function for 20 minutes after it enters standby mode. When 20 minutes is up, the projector enters normal standby mode.

• Audio Pass Through The projector can play sound when it is in standby mode and the

corresponding jacks are correctly connected to devices. Press / to choose the source that you wish to use. See Connection on page 19 for how to make the connection.

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Operation Settings

Security Settings

• LED Indicator You can turn off the LED warning lights. This is to avoid any light

disturbance when viewing images in a dark room.

• Power On/Off Settings

• Direct Power On: Allows the projector to turn on automatically once the power is fed through the power cord.

• Signal Power On: Sets whether to turn the projector directly on

without pressing POWER or ON when the projector is in standby mode and detects a HDMI or DisplayPort signal.

• Auto Power Off: Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of light source life.

• Panel Key Lock With the control keys on the projector and remote control 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 and remote control will operate except POWER. To release panel key lock, press and hold (the right key) on the projector

or remote control for 3 seconds.

Network Settings

Factory Default

If you turn off the projector without disabling panel key lock, the projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on.

• Password/Power On Lock See Utilizing the password function on page 24.

• Wired LAN See Connecting the projector to the Internet on page 26.

• AMX Device Discovery When this function is On, the projector can be detected by AMX controller.

• MAC Address (Wired) Displays the mac address for this projector.

Returns all settings to the factory preset values.

The following settings will still remain: Projector Position, 2D Keystone, Auto Vertical

Keystone, High Altitude Mode, Baud Rate, Corner Fit, Digital Lens Shift, Blanking, Light Source Information, Security Settings, Network Settings, Image Memory.

Returns all the settings on the System main menu to the factory default values.

Reset System

The following settings will still remain: Light Source Information, Security Settings, Network Settings.

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6. Main menu: Information

Structure

Menu Options

Native Resolution Detected Resolution Source Picture Mode Light Source Mode 3D Format Color System Dynamic Range (LH730 only) Light Source Usage Time Firmware Version Service Code

Function descriptions

Menu Descriptions

Native Resolution

Detected Resolution

Shows the native resolution of the projector.

Shows the native resolution of the input signal.

Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode on the Picture menu. Light Source

Mode

Shows the used light source mode.

Displays the current 3D mode.

3D Format

3D Format is only available when 3D is enabled.

Color System Shows the input system format. Dynamic Range Shows the dynamic range of the input source. Light Source

Usage Time Firmware

Version

Shows the number of hours the light has been used.

Shows the firmware version of your projector.

Service Code Shows the projector’s serial number.

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Maintenance

Care of the projector

Cleaning the lens

Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Please be sure to turn off the projector and let it cool down completely before cleaning the lens.

• 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 use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to the projector surface and cabinet material.

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 27 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 51 or consult your dealer about the range.

• Retract the adjuster feet.

• Remove the battery 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.

Light source information

Getting to know the light hour

When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of light source usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent light hour is as follows:

1. Light Usage Time = (x+y+z) hours, if

Time used in Normal mode = x hours

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Time used in ECO mode = y hours

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----

y×

----

z×

----

a×+++=

Time used in SmartEco mode = z hours Time used in Custom mode = a hours

2. Equivalent Light Hour = hours

X= light source life spec of Normal mode Y= light source life spec of ECO mode Z= light source life spec of SmartEco mode A= light source life spec of Custom mode

A’ is the longest light life spec among X, Y, Z, A

For time used in each light mode shown in OSD menu:

• Time used is accumulated and rounded down to an integer in hours.

• When time used is less than 1 hour, it shows 0 hours.

When you calculate Equivalent Light Hours manually, it will probably have deviation from the value shown in OSD menu since projector system calculates time used for each light mode in “Minutes” then rounds down to an integer in hours shown in OSD.

, if

To obtain the light source hour information:

1. Go to Advanced Menu - Settings > Light Usage Time and press OK.

2. The Light Usage Time information is displayed. You can also get the light source hour information on the Information menu.

Extending light source life

• Setting the Light Source Mode Go to Advanced Menu - Picture > Advanced Color Settings > Light Source Mode and select a

suitable light source power from among the provided modes.

Setting the projector in ECO, SmartEco or Custom mode extends light source life.

Light mode Description

Normal Provides full light source brightness ECO Lowers brightness to extend the light source life and decreases the fan noise

SmartEco

Custom

Adjusts the light source power automatically depending on the content brightness level while optimizing display quality

Enables the light source brightness adjustment bar so that you can adjust the setting to your liking

Some of the above light mode(s) may not be available under certain circumstances.

• 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 light source life. To set Auto Power Off, go to Advanced Menu - System > Operation Settings > Power On/Off

Settings > Auto Power Off and press / .

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Indicators

Light

Status & Description

Power events

Stand-by mode

Powering up

Normal operation

Normal power-down cooling

Download

Burn-in events

Burn-in on

Burn-in off

Light events

Light source life exhausted

Light source error in normal operation

: Off

Thermal events

Fan 1 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed) Fan 2 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed) Fan 3 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed)

Temperature 1 error (over limited temperature)

: Orange On : Green On : Red On

: Orange Flashing : Green Flashing : Red Flashing

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Troubleshooting

The projector does not turn on.

Cause Remedy

There is no power from the power cord.

Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process.

No picture

Cause Remedy

Plug the power cord into the AC power jack 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.

Wait until the cooling down process has completed.

The video source is not turned on or connected correctly.

The projector is not correctly connected to the input signal device.

The input signal has not been correctly selected.

Turn the video source on and check that the signal cable is connected correctly.

Check the connection.

Select the correct input signal with the SOURCE key.

Blurred image

Cause Remedy

The projection lens is not correctly focused. Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring. The projector and the screen are not aligned

properly. The lens cover is still closed. Open the lens cover.

Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector if necessary.

Abnormal image

Cause Remedy

• Ensure the video source cable is connected properly, and that the video source is turned on.

The image is abnormal.

• Ensure that the air intake or exhaust is not blocked.

Remote control does not work.

Cause Remedy

The batteries are out of power. Replace both of the batteries with new ones. There is an obstacle between the remote

control and the projector. You are too far away from the projector. Stand within 8 meters (26 feet) of the projector.

Remove the obstacle.

The password is incorrect.

Cause Remedy

You do not remember the password.

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See Entering the password recall procedure on page

24.

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Specifications

Projector specifications

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Optical

Resolution

LW730: 1280 x 800 WXGA LH730: 1920 x 1080 1080p

Display system

1-CHIP DMD

Lens

F = 1.6 ~ 1.75, f = 19.16 ~ 23.02 mm

Clear focus range

LW730: 1.77 – 4.41 m@Wide, 2.12 – 5.30 m@Tele LH730: 1.73 – 4.33 m@Wide, 2.08 – 5.19 m@Tele

Light source

LED

Electrical

Power supply

AC100–240V, 4.3 A, 50–60 Hz (Automatic)

Power consumption

415 W (Max); < 0.5 W (Standby)

Mechanical

Weight

5.3 Kg +

Output terminals

Speaker

10 watt x 1

Audio signal output

PC audio jack x 1

Control

USB

Type-A power supply 5V /1.5 A x 1 Type-A power supply 5V /1 A x 1 for WiFi dongle (LH730 only)

RS-232 serial control

9 pin x 1

LAN control

RJ45 x 1

IR receiver x 2

100 g (11.68 lbs + 0.22 lbs)

Input terminals

Video signal input

SD/HDTV signal input

Digital - HDMI x 2

Environmental Requirements

Operating temperature

0°C–40°C at sea level

Operating relative humidity

10%–90% (without condensation)

Operating altitude

0–1499 m at 0°C–35°C 1500–3000 m at 0°C–30°C (with High Altitude Mode on)

Storage temperature

-20°C–60°C at sea level

Storage humidity

10%–90% RH (without condensation)

Storage altitude

30°C@ 0~12,200m above sea level

Transporting

Original packing or equivalent is recommended

Repairing

Please visit below website and choose your country to find your service contact window. http://www.benq.com/welcome

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Dimensions

420.6

286.7

131.7

Unit: mm

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Timing chart

Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input

• PC timings

Vertical

Resolution Mode

Frequency

(Hz)

VGA_60 59.940 31.469 25.175 Supported Supported Supported

640 x 480

720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70.087 31.469 28.3221

800 x 600

1024 x 768

1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75 67.5 108

1024 x 576

1024 x 600

1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 60 45.000 74.250 Supported Supported Supported 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59.870 47.776 79.5 Supported Supported Supported

1280 x 800

1280 x 1024

1280 x 960

1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60 60.015 47.712 85.500 Supported Supported

1440 x 900 WXGA+_60 59.887 55.935 106.500 Supported Supported 1400 x 1050 SXGA+_60 59.978 65.317 121.750 Supported Supported 1600 x 1200 UXGA 60.000 75.000 162.000 Supported Supported 1680 x 1050 1680 x 1050_60 59.954 65.290 146.250 Supported Supported

640 x 480@67Hz MAC13 66.667 35.000 30.240 832 x 624@75Hz MAC16 74.546 49.722 57.280

1024 x 768@75Hz MAC19 75.020 60.241 80.000

1152 x 870@75Hz MAC21 75.06 68.68 100.00

1920 x 1080@60Hz 1920 x 1080_60 60 67.5 148.5 Supported Supported Supported

1920 x 1200@60Hz

1920 x

1080@120Hz*

3840 x 2160*

VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269 36.000

SVGA_60 60.317 37.879 40.000 Supported Supported Supported SVGA_72 72.188 48.077 50.000 SVGA_75 75.000 46.875 49.500 SVGA_85 85.061 53.674 56.250

SVGA_120 (Reduce

Blanking)

XGA_60 60.004 48.363 65.000 Supported Supported Supported XGA_70 70.069 56.476 75.000 XGA_75 75.029 60.023 78.750 XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.500

XGA_120 (Reduce

Blanking)

BenQ Notebook

Timing

BenQ Notebook

Timing

WXGA_60 59.810 49.702 83.500 Supported Supported Supported WXGA_75 74.934 62.795 106.500 WXGA_85 84.880 71.554 122.500

WXGA_120

(Reduce Blanking)

SXGA_60 60.020 63.981 108.000 Supported Supported SXGA_75 75.025 79.976 135.000

SXGA_85 85.024 91.146 157.500 1280 x 960_60 60.000 60.000 108 Supported Supported 1280 x 960_85 85.002 85.938 148.500

1920 x 1200_60

(Reduce Blanking)

1920 x 1080_120

(only HDMI 2.0

supports) 3840 x 2160_30 For 4K2K model 3840 x 2160_60 For 4K2K model

(only HDMI 2.0

supports)

119.854 77.425 83.000 Supported

119.989 97.551 115.5 Supported

60.00 35.820 46.996

64.995 41.467 51.419

119.909 101.563 146.25 Supported

59.950 74.038 154.0000 Supported Supported Supported

120.00 135.000 297 Supported

30 67.5 297

60 135 594

Horizontal Frequency

(kHz)

Pixel

Frequency

(MHz)

Supported 3D format

Frame

Sequential

Top

Bottom

Side by

Side

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*Only supported by the LH730.

The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphic card limitations. It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen.

• Video timings

Vertical

Timing Resolution

Frequency

(Hz)

480i 720 (1440) x 480 59.94 15.73 27 Supported

480p 720 x 480 59.94 31.47 27 Supported

576i 720 (1440) x 576 50 15.63 27

576p 720 x 576 50 31.25 27 720/50p 1280 x 720 50 37.5 74.25 Supported Supported Supported 720/60p 1280 x 720 60 45.00 74.25 Supported Supported Supported Supported

1080/24P 1920 x 1080 24 27 74.25 Supported Supported Supported 1080/25P 1920 x 1080 25 28.13 74.25 1080/30P 1920 x 1080 30 33.75 74.25

1080/50i 1920 x 1080 50 28.13 74.25 Supported 1080/60i 1920 x 1080 60 33.75 74.25 Supported

1080/50P 1920 x 1080 50 56.25 148.5 Supported Supported 1080/60P 1920 x 1080 60 67.5 148.5 Supported Supported Supported

1080/120P* 1920 x 1080 120 135 297 Supported

3840 x 2160

2160/24P*

2160/25P*

2160/30P*

2160/50P*

2160/60P*

(Only HDMI 2.0

supports)

3840 x 2160

(Only HDMI 2.0

supports)

3840 x 2160

(Only HDMI 2.0

supports)

3840 x 2160

(Only HDMI 2.0

supports)

3840 x 2160

(Only HDMI 2.0

supports)

24 54 297

25 56.25 297

30 67.5 297

50 112.5 594

60 135 594

Horizontal Frequency

(kHz)

Pixel

Frequency

(MHz)

Frame

Sequential

Supported 3D format

Frame

Packing

Top

Bottom

Side by

Side

*Only supported by the LH730.

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