Benq MP524 User Manual

MP524
Digital Projector
User Manual

Welcome

Table of contents

Important safety

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

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

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

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

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

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

Positioning your projector14

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

Obtaining a preferred projected image

size........................................................ 15

Connection .......................18

Connecting a computer or monitor... 19

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

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

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

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

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

Magnifying and searching for details . 27

Selecting the aspect ratio..................... 27

Optimizing the image.......................... 29

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

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

Freezing the image............................... 35

Utilizing FAQ function ....................... 35

Operating in a high altitude

environment ........................................ 36

Locking control keys ........................... 36

Personalizing the projector menu

display .................................................. 37

Shutting down the projector............... 37

Menu operation ...................................38

Maintenance......................45

Care of the projector............................45

Lamp information................................46

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

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

Warranty and Copyright

information.......................57

Table of contents2

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.

4. Always open the lens shutter or
remove the lens cap when the
projector lamp is on.

5. 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).

6. 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.

Important safety instructions 3

Safety Instructions (Continued)

7. Do not block the projection lens
with any objects as this could cause
the objects to become heated and
deformed or even cause a fire. To
temporarily turn off the lamp, press
BLANK on the projector or remote
control.

8. The lamp becomes extremely hot
during operation. Allow the
projector to cool for approximately
45 minutes prior to removing the
lamp assembly for replacement.

10. Do not operate lamps beyond the
rated lamp life. Excessive operation
of lamps beyond the rated life
could cause them to break on rare
occasions.

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

9. Never replace the lamp assembly or
any electronic components unless
the projector is unplugged.

Important safety instructions4

12. 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.

3000 m

(10000 feet)

0 m

(0 feet)

Safety Instructions (Continued)

13. 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. The only user serviceable
part is the lamp which has its own
removable cover.

Under no circumstances should you
ever u ndo or remove any ot her co vers .
Refer servicing only to suitably
qualified professional service
personnel.

14. 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.

15. 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).

Important safety instructions 5

Safety Instructions (Continued)

16. 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 lamp.

18. 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 outlet
and call BenQ to have the projector
serviced.

17. 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.

19. 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.

Important safety instructions6

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.

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

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

• Selectable password protected function

• 3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking

• Selectable quick cooling function making the projector cool in a shorter time

• FAQ to troubleshoot operational problems with one quick key press

• Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations

• High quality manual zoom lens

• 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

• High brightness projection lamp

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

• Switchable normal and economic modes to reduce the power consumption

• Less than 1 W power consumption in standby mode

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

bPr)

Introduction 7

Shipping contents

1. Spare lamp kit

2. Ceiling mount kit

3. RS232 cable

4. Soft carry case

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.

Optional accessories

Introduction8

Projector Quick start

guide

VGA cable Power cord Remote control with battery

Pull the tab before using the remote control.

User manual CD

Projector exterior view

1

5

7

8

Front/upper side

3

6

2

4

12

9

11

Rear/lower side

13

12

10

1514 16

3

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

page 10 for details.)

2. Vent (heated air exhaust)

3. Quick-release button

4. Lens cover

5. Focus ring and Zoom ring

6. Vent (cool air intake)

7. Front IR remote sensor

8. Projection lens

9. AC power cord inlet

10. Kensington anti-theft lock slot

11. Rear adjuster foot

12. Ceiling mount holes

13. Lamp cover

14. RS232 control port

15. RGB signal output jack

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

Introduction 9

Controls and functions

2

1

5

11

10

12

14

13

6

9

8

3

4

7

11

I

I

For details, see the info provided behind

the hand sign .

Projector

1. Focus ring
Adjusts the focus of the projected
image.

"Fine-tuning the image size and clarity"
on page 22

2. Zoom ring
Adjusts the size of the image.

"Fine-tuning the image size and clarity"
on page 22

3. POWER indicator light
Lights up or flashes when the
projector is under operation.

"Indicators" on page 51

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

settings.

"Using the menus" on page 23

5. Power
Toggles the projector between standby
mode and on.

"Starting up the projector" on page 20,
"Shutting down the projector" on page
37

Introduction10

6. Left/
Starts the FAQ function.

"Utilizing FAQ function" on page 35

7. BLANK
Used to hide the screen picture.

"Hiding the image" on page 34

8. TEMPerature warning light
Lights up red if the projector's
temperature becomes too high.

"Indicators" on page 51

9. LAMP indicator light
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights
up or flashes when the lamp has

developed a problem.

"Indicators" on page 51

10. AUTO
Automatically determines the best

picture timings for the displayed
image.

"Auto-adjusting the image" on page 21

11. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, /

Down)
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection.

"Correcting keystone" on page 22

12. Right/
Activates panel key lock.
When the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu is activated, the #6, #11, and #12
keys are used as directional arrows to

select the desired menu items and to
make adjustments.

"Locking control keys" on page 36,
"Using the menus" on page 23

13. Mode/Enter
Selects an available picture setup

14. SOURCE
(This function is not available.)

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

"Selecting a picture mode" on page
29

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.

Introduction 11

Remote control

15

1

8

4

7

3

10

11

12

13

2

5

6

9

14

8

I

I

For details, see the info provided behind

the hand sign .

1. Power
Toggles the projector between standby
mode and on.

"Starting up the projector" on page 20,
"Shutting down the projector" on page
37

2. Freeze
Freezes the projected image.

"Freezing the image" on page 35

3. Left/
Starts the FAQ function.

"Utilizing FAQ function" on page 35

4. BLANK
Used to hide the screen picture.

"Hiding the image" on page 34

5. Digital Zoom (+, -)
Magnifies or reduces the projected

picture size.

"Magnifying and searching for details"
on page 27

6. Volume +/­(This function is not available.)

Introduction12

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

settings.

"Using the menus" on page 23

8. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, /

Down)
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection.

"Correcting keystone" on page 22

9. AUTO
Automatically determines the best

picture timings for the displayed
image.

"Auto-adjusting the image" on page 21

10. Right/
Activates panel key lock.
When the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu is activated, the #3, #8, and #10
keys are used as directional arrows to

select the desired menu items and to
make adjustments.

"Locking control keys" on page 36,
"Using the menus" on page 23

11. SOURCE
(This function is not available.)

12. Mode/Enter
Selects an available picture setup
mode.
Activates the selected On-Screen
Display (OSD) menu item.

"Selecting a picture mode" on page 29

13. Timer On

A

p

pr

o

x

.

1

5°

Activates or displays an on-screen

15. Page Up/Down
(This function is not available.)

timer based on your own timer
setting.

"Setting the presentation timer" on page
33

14. Timer Set up
Enters presentation timer setting
directly.

"Setting the presentation timer" on page
33

Remote control effective range

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

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

Replacing the remote control battery

1. Pull out the battery holder.

Please follow the illustrated instructions. Push and hold the
locking arm while pulling out the battery holder.

2. Insert the new battery in the holder. Note the
positive polarity should face outward.

3. Push the holder into the remote control.

• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.

• There may be battery damage if the battery is incorrectly

replaced.

• Replace only with the same or equivalent type

recommended by the battery manufacturer.

• Dispose of the used battery according to the battery

manufacturer's instructions.

• Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.

• If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove

the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.

Introduction 13

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 near the floor 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 near the floor 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.

Positioning your projector14

Obtaining a preferred projected image size

Darkened bar

(12.5% height)

Darkened bar

(12.5% height)

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

4:3 is the native aspect ratio of this projector. To be able to project a complete 16:9
(widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen image to
the projector's native aspect width. This will result in a proportionally smaller height
equivalent to 75% of the projector's native aspect height.

4:3 aspect image in a 4:3

aspect display area

The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and
positioned directly perpendicular (90° right-angle square) to the horizontal center of
the screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or projecting
onto angled surfaces).

If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it
projects at a slightly downward angle.

You can see from the diagrams on page 17, that this type of projection causes the
bottom edge of the projected image to be vertically offset from the horizontal plane of
the projector. When ceiling mounted, this refers to the top edge of the projected image.

If the projector is positioned further away from the screen, the projected image size
increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately.

When determining the position of the screen and projector, you will need to account for
both the projected image size and the vertical offset dimension, which are directly
proportional to the projection distance.

BenQ has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining
the ideal location for your projector. There are two dimensions to consider, the
perpendicular horizontal distance from the center of the screen (projection distance),
and the vertical offset height of the projector from the horizontal edge of the screen
(offset).

16:9 aspect image scaled

to a 4:3 aspect display area

Positioning your projector 15

How to determine the position of the projector for a given
screen size

1. Select your screen size.

2. Refer to the table on page 17 and find the closest match to your screen size in the
left columns labelled "Screen size". Using this value, look across this row to the
right to find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column
labelled "Average". This is the projection distance.

3. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical

offset (mm)" value. This will determine the final vertical offset placement of the

projector in relation to the edge of the screen.

4. The recommended position for the projector is aligned perpendicular to the
horizontal center of the screen, at the distance from the screen determined in step
2 above, and offset by the value determined in step 3 above.

For example, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is 4755
mm, and the vertical offset is 91 mm or 183 mm.

How to determine the recommended screen size for a given
distance

This method can be used for situations where you have purchased this projector and
would like to know what screen size will fit in your room.

The maximum screen size is limited by the physical space available in your room.

1. Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the
screen. This is the projection distance.

2. Refer to the table on page 17 and find the closest match to your measurement in
the average distance from screen column labelled "Average". Check that your
measured distance is between the min and max distances listed on either side of
the average distance value.

3. Using this value, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding "Screen

size" listed in that row. That is the projected image size of the projector at that

projection distance.

4. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical

offset (mm)" value. This will determine the final placement of the screen in

relation to the horizontal plane of the projector.

For example, if your measured projection distance is 4.8 m (4800 mm), the closest
match in the "Average" column is 4755 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 120''
(about 3 m) screen is required.

If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to
tilt it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image
distortion will occur. Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion. See

"Correcting keystone" on page 22 for details.

Positioning your projector16

Projection dimensions

<H>

<W>

Maximum zoom Minimum zoom

Projection distance

Center of lens

Screen

Vertical offset

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

Screen size Distance from screen (mm)

Diagonal

Inch mm (max. zoom) (min. zoom)

30 762 610 457 1132 1189 1245 46

40 1016 813 610 1509 1585 1660 61

50 1270 1016 762 1887 1981 2075 76

60 1524 1219 914 2264 2377 2491 91

80 2032 1626 1219 3019 3170 3321 122

100 2540 2032 1524 3774 3962 4151 152

120 3048 2438 1829 4528 4755 4981 183

150 3810 3048 2286 5660 5943 6226 229

200 5080 4064 3048 7547 7925 8302 305

220 5588 4470 3353 8302 8717 9132 335

250 6350 5080 3810 9434 9906 10377 381

300 7620 6096 4572 11321 11887 12453 457

There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations.
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.

W (mm) H (mm)

Min length

Average

Max length

Vertical

offset (mm)

Positioning your projector 17

Connection

1 2 1

3

Notebook or desktop computer

or

Monitor

(DVI)

(VGA)

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 shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see

"Shipping contents" on page 8). They are commercially available from electronics stores.

• For detailed connection methods, see pages 19-20.

1. VGA cable

2. VGA to DVI-A cable

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

Connection18

Connecting a computer or monitor

Connecting a computer

The projector can connect to both IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A
Mac adapter is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers.

To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer:

1. Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output jack of the
computer.

2. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the COMPUTER signal input jack on
the projector.

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.

Connecting a monitor

If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen,
you can connect the MONITOR OUT signal output jack on the projector to an external
monitor following the instructions below:

To connect the projector to a monitor:

1. Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on

page 19.

2. Take a suitable VGA cable (only one supplied) and connect one end of the cable to
the D-Sub input jack of the video monitor.

Or if your monitor is equipped with a DVI input jack, take a VGA to DVI-A cable
and connect the DVI end of the cable to the DVI input jack of the video monitor.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the MONITOR OUT jack on the projector.

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

jack.

• If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make

sure the Standby Monitor Out function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced
menu. See "Standby Monitor Out" on page 43 for details.

Connection 19

Operation

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

I

I

Starting up the projector

1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a
power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch
(where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator
light on the projector lights orange after power has
been applied.

Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cable) only
with the device to avoid possible dangers such as electric
shock and fire.

2. Open the lens cover. If it is closed, it could become
deformed due to the heat produced by the
projection lamp.

3. Press Power on the projector or remote control
to start the projector. The POWER indicator light
flashes green and stays green when the projector is
on.

The start-up procedure takes about 30 seconds. In
the later stage of start-up, a start-up logo is
projected.

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

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

"Utilizing the password function" on page 24 for

details.

5. Switch all of the connected equipment on.

6. The projector will start to search for input signals. The current input signal being
scanned appears in the upper left corner of the screen. If the projector doesn't
detect a valid signal, the message "No Signal" will be displayed until an input signal
is found.

If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you
will see the message "Out of Range" displayed on a blank 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 55 for details.

Operation20

Adjusting the projected image

1

2

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

• Be careful when you
press the quick-release
button as it is close to the
exhaust vent where hot
air comes from.

Adjusting the projection angle

The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot.
These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector:

1. Press the quick-release button and lift the front
of the projector. Once the image is positioned
where you want it, release the quick-release
button to lock the foot in position.

2. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine tune the
horizontal angle.

To retract the foot, hold up the projector while
pressing the quick-release button, then slowly lower
the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse
direction.

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.
To correct this situation, see "Correcting keystone" on

page 22 for details.

Auto-adjusting the image

In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture
quality. To do this, press AUTO on the projector or
remote control. Within 3 seconds, the built-in
Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the
values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best
picture quality.

The current source information will be displayed in the
corner of the screen for 3 seconds.

• The screen will be blank while AUTO is functioning.

• This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.

Operation 21

Correcting keystone

Press /.

Press /.

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

2. Sharpen the image by rotating the
focus ring.

Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either
the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen.

To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually
correct it following ONE of these steps.

• Using the remote control
Press / on the projector or remote control to

display the Keystone correction page. Press to
correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press
to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.

• Using the OSD menu

1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the
DISPLAY menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Keystone and press Mode/
Enter. The Keystone correction page is
displayed.

3. Press to correct keystoning at the top of
the image. Press to correct keystoning at
the bottom of the image.

Fine-tuning the image size and clarity

Operation22

Using the menus

Current input signal

Main menu icon

Main menu

Sub-menu

Highlight

Press Menu/
Exit to the
previous
page or to
exit.

Status

DISPLAY

Wall Color

Aspect Ratio

Keystone

Position

Phase

H. Size

Digital Zoom

Off

Auto

0

0

ENTER

Exit

Analog RGB

DISPLAY

Wall Color

Aspect Ratio

Position

Phase
H. Size

Digital Zoom

Keystone

Analog RGB

Off

Auto

0
0

Exit

SYSTEM SETUP: Basic

Presentation Timer

EnglishLanguage

Projector Position

Auto Power Off

Blank Timer

Sleep Timer

Panel Key Lock

Splash Screen

Analog RGB

Exit

Front Table

Disable
Disable

Off

Disable

BenQ

Menu Settings

SYSTEM SETUP: Basic

Presentation Timer

English

Language
Projector Position

Auto Power Off
Blank Timer

Sleep Timer

Panel Key Lock

Splash Screen

Analog RGB

Exit

Front Table

Disable
Disable

Off

Disable

BenQ

Menu Settings

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

Below is the overview of the OSD menu.

The following example describes how to set the splash screen to be displayed during
projector start-up.

1. Press Menu/Exit on the projector or

2. Use / to highlight the SYSTEM

remote control to turn the OSD menu
on.

SETUP: Basic menu.

3. Press to highlight Splash
Screen and press / to select
a preferred image.

4. Press Menu/Exit twice* on the
projector or remote control to
leave and save the settings.

*The first press leads you back to the
main menu and the second press
closes the OSD menu.

Operation 23

Securing the projector

INPUT NEW PASSWORD

Clear

Using a security cable lock

The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a
lock, such as the Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington
lock slot on the rear side of the projector. See item 10 on page 9 for details.

A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and the lock. Refer
to the lock's documentation for finding out how to use it.

Utilizing the password function

For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an
option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen
Display (OSD) menu.

WARNING: You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and
subsequently forget the password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the
password you used in this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall.

Setting a password

Once a password has been set and the power on lock has been activated, the projector
cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started.

1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings
menu. Press Mode/Enter. The Security Settings page is displayed.

2. Highlight Power On Lock and select On by pressing / .

3. As pictured to the right, 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.

Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns
to the Security Settings page.

IMPORTANT: The digits being input will be displayed as asterisks on-screen. Write your
selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered
so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.

Password: __ __ __ __ __ __

Keep this manual in a safe place.

5. To leave the OSD menu, press Menu/Exit.

Operation24

Password Error

Please try again.

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

Recall Code:

0 2 1 2

RECALL PASSWORD

Exit

If you forget the password

If the password function is activated, you will be asked
to enter the six-digit password every time you turn on
the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the
password error message as pictured to the right is
displayed lasting for three seconds, and the INPUT
PAS SWO RD message follows. You can retry by
entering another six-digit password, or if you did not record the password in this
manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use the password recall
procedure. See "Entering the password recall procedure" on page 25 for details.

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 AUTO on the projector or
remote control 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.

Changing the password

1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced> Security Settings
> Change Password menu.

2. Press Mode/Enter. The message "INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD" is displayed.

3. Enter the old password.

• If the password is correct, another message "INPUT NEW PASSWORD" is

displayed.

• If the password is incorrect, the password error message is displayed lasting

for three seconds, and the message "INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD" is
displayed for your retry. You can press Menu/Exit to cancel the change or try
another password.

4. Enter a new password.

IMPORTANT: The digits being input will be displayed as asterisks on-screen. Write your
selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered
so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.

Password: __ __ __ __ __ __

Keep this manual in a safe place.

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

Operation 25

6. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter
the new password next time the projector is started.

7. To leave the OSD menu, press Menu/Exit.

Disabling the password function

To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security
Settings > Power On Lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Select Off by
pressing / . The message "INPUT PASSWORD" is displayed. Enter the current
password.

i. If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page

with "Off" shown in the row of Power On Lock. You will not have to enter the
password next time when turning on the projector.

ii. If the password is incorrect, the password error message is displayed lasting for

three seconds, and the message "INPUT PASSWORD" is displayed for your
retry. You can press Menu/Exit to cancel the change or try another password.

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.

Operation26

Magnifying and searching for details

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

If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the
direction arrow keys for navigating the picture.

• Using the remote control

1. Press Digital Zoom+/- to display the Zoom bar.
Press Digital Zoom+ to magnify the center of the
picture. Press the key repeatedly until the picture
size is suitable for your need.

2. Use the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the
projector or remote control to navigate the
picture.

3. To restore the picture to its original size, press
AUTO. You can also press Digital Zoom-. When
the key is pressed again, the picture is further
reduced until it is restored to the original size.

• Using the OSD menu

1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the
DISPLAY menu is highlighted.

2. Press

3. If you are using the remote control, follow the steps 1 - 3 in the "Using the remote

4. To navigate the picture, press Mode/Enter to switch to the paning mode and press

5. To reduce size of the picture, press Mode/Enter to switch back to the zoom in/out

to highlight Digital Zoom and press Mode/Enter. The Zoom bar is

displayed.

control" section above. If you are using the projector control panel, press

repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size.

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

function, and press AUTO to restore the picture to its original size. You can also
press repeatedly until it is restored to the original size.

Selecting the aspect ratio

The "aspect ratio" is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV
and computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio.

With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can
dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the
image input signal.

To change the projected picture ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):

1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.

2. Press

3. Press / to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your

to highlight Aspect Ratio.

display requirements.

Operation 27

About the aspect ratio

16:10 picture

15:9 picture

4:3 picture

4:3 picture

16:9 picture

16:9 picture

• In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are

active areas.

• OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas.

1. Auto: Scales an image proportionally
to fit the projector's native resolution
in its horizontal or vertical width. This
is suitable for the incoming image
which is neither in 4:3 nor 16:9 and
you want to make most use of the
screen without altering the image's
aspect ratio.

Real: The image is projected as its

2.
original resolution, and resized to fit
within the display area. For input
signals with lower resolutions, the
projected image will display smaller
than if resized to full screen. You could
adjust the zoom setting or move the
projector towards the screen to
increase the image size if necessary.
You may also need to refocus the
projector after making these
adjustments.

3. 4:3: Scales an image so that it is
displayed in the center of the screen
with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most
suitable for 4:3 images like computer
monitors, standard definition TV and
4:3 aspect DVD movies, as it displays
them without aspect alteration.

4. 16:9: Scales an image so that it is
displayed in the center of the screen
with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This is most
suitable for images which are already
in a 16:9 aspect, like high definition
TV, as it displays them without aspect
alteration.

Operation28

Optimizing the image

Using Wall Color

In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall
which may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture's
colors to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures.

To use this function, go to the DISPLAY > Wall Color menu and press / to select a
color which is closest to the color of the projection surface. There are several
precalibrated colors to choose from: Light Yellow, Pink, Light Green, Blue, and
Blackboard.

Selecting a picture mode

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.

To select an operation mode that suits your need, you
can follow one of the following steps.

• Press Mode/Enter on the projector or remote
control repeatedly until your desired mode is
selected.

• Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu and
press / to select a desired mode.

The picture modes are listed below.

1. Dynamic mode: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is

suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required such as using
the projector in well lit rooms.

2. Presentation mode: Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in

this mode.

3. sRGB mode: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life images

regardless of brightness setting. It is most suitable for viewing photos taken with
an sRGB compatible and properly calibrated camera, and for viewing PC graphic
and drawing applications such as AutoCAD.

4. Cinema mode: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital

cameras or DVs for best viewing in a blackened (little light) environment.

5. User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available

picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 30 for details.

Operation 29

Setting the User 1/User 2 mode

0 -30 30

There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not
suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User 1/2) as a
starting point and customize the settings.

1. Press Menu/Exit to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

2. Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu.

3. Press / to select User 1 or User 2.

4. Press to highlight Reference Mode.

This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode
sub-menu item.

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

6. Press to select a menu item to be changed and adjust the value with / . See

"Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes" below for details.

7. When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press Mode/Enter to

store the settings.

8. The confirmation message "Setting Saved" is displayed.

Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes

According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available
when User 1 or User 2 is selected. Based on your needs, you can make adjustments to
these functions by highlighting them and pressing / on the projector or remote
control.

Adjusting Brightness

The higher the value, the brighter the image. And the
lower the setting, the darker 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.

50 30 70

Adjusting Contrast

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.

Adjusting Color

Lower setting produces less saturated colors. If the setting is too high, colors on the
image will be overpowering, which makes the image unrealistic.

Adjusting Tint

The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the
more greenish the picture becomes.

Operation30

Adjusting Sharpness

The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the softer
the picture becomes.

Adjusting Brilliant Color

This feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to
enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant colors in picture. It
enables a greater than 50% brightness increase in mid-tone images, which are common
in video and natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true
colors. If you prefer images with that quality, select On. If you don't need it, select Off.

When Off is selected, the Color Temperature function is not available.

Selecting a color temperature

The options available for color temperature* settings vary according to the signal type
selected.

1. T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear the most

bluish white than other settings.

2. T2: Makes images appear bluish white.

3. T3: Maintains normal colorings for white.

4. T4: Makes images appear reddish white.

*About color temperatures:
There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes.
One of the common methods of representing white color is known as the “color
temperature”. A white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A
white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.

3D Color Management

In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in
classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where
building external windows allow daylight into the room.

Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms,
lecture theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered. Color
management provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color
reproduction, should you require it.

Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible
viewing conditions. You will need to use a colorimeter (color light meter), and provide a
set of suitable source images to measure color reproduction. These tools are not
provided with the projector, however, your projector supplier should be able to provide
you with suitable guidance, or even an experienced professional installer.

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.

Operation 31

If you have purchased a test disc which contains various color test patterns and can be

RED

BLUE

GREEN

Yellow

Cyan

Magenta

used to test the color presentation on monitors, TVs, projectors, etc., you can project
any image from the disc on the screen and enter the 3D Color Management menu to
make adjustments.

To adjust the settings:

1. Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management.

2. Press Mode/Enter on the projector or remote control and the 3D Color

Management page is displayed.

3. Highlight Primary Color and press / to select a color from among Red,

Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, or Magenta.

4. Press to highlight Hue and press / to select its range. Increase in the range

will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors.
Please refer to the illustration to the right 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.

5. Press to highlight Saturation and adjust its

values to your preference by pressing / .
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.

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.

6. Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing /

. The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every

adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately.

7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments.

8. Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments.

9. Press Menu/Exit to exit and save the settings.

Operation32

Setting the presentation timer

Presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on
the screen to help you achieve better time management
when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize
this function:

1. Press Timer Set up on the remote control or go to

the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer
menu and press Mode/Enter to display the
Presentation Timer page.

2. Highlight Timer Period and decide the time period by pressing / . The length

of time can be set from 1 to 5 minutes in 1-minute increments and 5 to 240
minutes in 5-minute increments.

3. Press to highlight Timer Display and choose if you want the timer to show up

on the screen by press

Selection Description

Always Displays the timer on screen throughout the presentation time.

1 min/2 min/3 min Displays the timer on screen in the last 1/2/3 minute(s).

Never Hides the timer throughout the presentation time.

4. Press to highlight Timer Position and set the timer position by pressing / .

Top-Left Bottom-Left Top-Right Bottom-Right

5. Press to highlight Timer Counting Direction and select your desired counting

direction by pressing / .

ing / .

Selection Description

Count Up Increases from 0 to the preset time.

Count Down Decreases from the preset time to 0.

6. To activate the presentation timer, press and press / to highlight On and

press Mode/Enter.

7. A confirmation message is displayed. Highlight Ye s and press Mode/Enter on the

projector or remote control to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is On!”
appearing on the screen. The timer start counting at the time the timer is on.

Operation 33

To cancel the timer, perform the following steps.

• Using the remote control

Press Timer On and press / to highlight Off and press Mode/Enter.

• Using the OSD menu

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off.

Press Mode/Enter. A confirmation message is displayed.

2. Highlight Ye s and press Mode/Enter to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is

Off!” appearing on the screen.

How to use the Timer On key?

Timer On is a multi-functional key.

• If the presentation timer is off, pressing this key
displays a confirmation message. You can decide
whether to activate the timer or not by following the
on-screen instruction.

• If the timer is already on, pressing this key displays a
confirmation message. You can decide whether to
restart, continue or turn off the timer by following
the on-screen instruction.

Hiding the image

In order to draw the audience's full attention to the
presenter, you can use BLANK on the projector or
remote control to hide the screen image. The word
"BLANK" appears in the corner of the screen while the
image is hidden. When this function is activated with an
audio input connected, the audio can still be heard.

You can set the blank time in the

> Blank Timer menu to let the projector return the image

automatically after a period of time when there is no
action taken on the blank screen. The length of time can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in
5-minute increments.

If the preset time spans are not suitable for your personation, select Disable.

No matter
Down key) on the projector or remote control to restore the picture.

Do not block the projection lens from projecting as this could cause the blocking object to
become heated.

Operation34

Blank Timer is activated or not, you can press any key (except the Page Up/

SYSTEM SETUP: Basic

Freezing the image

Press on the remote control to freeze the image. The
word "FREEZE" will be displayed in the upper left
corner of the screen. To release the function, press any
key (except the Page Up/Down key) on the projector or
remote control.

Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures are
running on the video or other device. If the connected
devices have active audio output, you will still hear the
audio even though the image is frozen onscreen.

Utilizing FAQ function

The INFORMATION menu contains possible solutions to problems regarding image
quality, installation, special feature operation and service information.

To g et th e F A Q in fo rma ti on :

1. Press / on the projector or remote control

or press Menu/Exit to open the OSD menu and
press / to highlight the INFORMATION
menu.

2. Press to select FAQ-Image and Installation or

FAQ-Features and Service.

3. Press Mode/Enter.

4. Press / to select a problem and press Mode/

Enter for possible solutions.

5. To exit the OSD menu, press Menu/Exit.

Operation 35

Operating in a high altitude environment

I

I

I

I

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–35°C.

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.

To activate the High Altitude Mode:

1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu

is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight High Altitude Mode and press / select On. A

confirmation message is displayed.

3. Highlight Yes and press Mode/Enter.

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 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.

Locking control keys

With the control keys on the projector 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 will operate except Power.

1. Press / on the projector or remote control or

go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock
menu, and select On by pressing / on the
projector or remote control. A confirmation
message is displayed.

2. Highlight Yes and press Mode/Enter to confirm.

To release panel key lock, press and hold / on the
remote control or projector for 3 seconds.

You can also use the remote control to enter the
menu and press / to select

• Keys on the remote control are still active when panel key lock is enabled.

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

Operation36

Off.

SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock

Personalizing the projector menu display

I

I

I

I

The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The
following settings do not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance.

• Menu Display Time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Menu Settings menu sets the
length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The time length
ranges from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments. Use / to select a suitable
time.

• Menu Position in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Menu Settings menu sets the OSD
position in five locations. Use / to select a preferred position.

• Language in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets your familiar language for the
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus. Use / to select your language.

• Splash Screen in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets a preferred logo screen to be
displayed during projector start-up. Use / to select a screen.

Shutting down the projector

I

1. Press Power and a confirmation message will

2. Press Power a second time. The POWER

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

To shorten the cooling time, you can also activate the Quick cooling function. See "Quick

Cooling" on page 43 for details.

3. The POWER indicator light is a steady orange and

• If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the
lamp, when you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans

will run for a few minutes to cool down. Press Power
again to start the projector after the fans stop and the
POWER indicator light turns orange.

• Lamp life results will vary depending on environmental
conditions and usage.

I

be displayed prompting you.
If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message
will disappear.

indicator light flashes orange, the projection lamp
shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for
approximately 90 seconds to cool down the
projector.

fans stop. Disconnect the power cord from the power
outlet.

Operation 37

Menu operation

Menu system

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

Main menu Sub-menu Options

Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light
Green/Blue/Blackboard

Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/
Cinema/User 1/User 2

Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/
Cinema

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

Count Down/Count Up

1.
DISPLAY

2.
PICTURE

3.
SYSTEM
SETUP:
Basic

Wall Color

Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9
Keystone
Position
Phase
H. Size
Digital Zoom
3D Sync On/Off
3D Sync Invert Disable/Invert

Picture Mode

Reference Mode

Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Brilliant Color On/Off
Color Temperature T1/T2/T3/T4

Primary Color R/G/B/C/M/Y

3D Color
Management

Save Settings

Presentation
Timer

Hue
Saturation
Gain

Timer Period 1~240 minutes
Timer Display Always/1 min/2 min/3 min/Never

Timer Position

Timer Counting
Direction

On/Off

Operation38

Main menu Sub-menu Options

Language English

Front Table/Rear Table/Rear
Ceiling/Front Ceiling

5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/
30 sec

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

Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20
min/25 min/30 min

Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20
min/25 min/30 min

Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/8
hr/12 hr

2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/
38400/57600/115200

• Source

• Picture Mode

• Resolution

• Color System

• Equivalent Lamp Hour

• Firmware Version

3.
SYSTEM
SETUP:
Basic

4.
SYSTEM
SETUP:
Advanced

5.
INFORMA­TION

Projector Position

Menu Display Time

Menu Settings

Menu Position

Auto Power Off

Blank Timer

Panel Key Lock On/Off

Sleep Timer

Splash Screen Black/Blue/BenQ
Quick Cooling On/Off
High Altitude Mode On/Off
Standby Monitor Out On/Off

Lamp Mode Normal/Economic

Lamp Settings

Security Settings

Baud Rate

Test Pattern On/Off
Reset All Settings
FAQ-Image and Installation
FAQ-Features and Service

Current System Status

Reset Lamp Timer
Equivalent Lamp Hour
Change Password
Power On Lock

Note that 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.

Operation 39

1. DISPLAY menu

Description of each menu

Function Description

Corrects the projected picture's color when the projection

Wall Color

Aspect Ratio

Keystone

Position

Phase

H. Size

Digital Zoom

3D Sync

3D Sync Invert

surface is not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 29 for
details.

There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio
depending on your input signal source. See "Selecting the

aspect ratio" on page 27 for details.

Corrects any keystoning of the image. See "Correcting

keystone" on page 22 for details.

Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected
image, use the directional arrow keys. The values shown on the
lower position of the page change with every key press you
made until they reach their maximum or minimum.

This function is only available when a PC signal (analog
RGB) is selected.

Adjusts the clock phase to reduce image
distortion.

This function is only available when a
PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.

Adjusts the horizontal width of the image.

This function is only available when a PC signal (analog
RGB) is selected.

Magnifies or reduces the projected image. See "Magnifying and

searching for details" on page 27 for details.

This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the
3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by
presenting the depth of the images. You need to wear a pair of 3D
glasses to view the 3D images.

When the 3D Sync function is On:

• The brightness level of the projected image will decrease.

• The Picture Mode cannot be adjusted.

• The Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees.

When you discover the inversion of the image depth, enable this
function to correct the problem.

Operation40

Function Description

2. PICTURE menu

Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize

Picture Mode

your projector image set-up to suit your program type. See

"Selecting a picture mode" on page 29 for details.

Selects a picture mode that best suits your need for the image

Reference Mode

quality and further fine-tune the image based on the
selections listed on the same page below. See "Setting the User

1/User 2 mode" on page 30 for details.

Brightness

Contrast

Adjusts the brightness of the image. See "Adjusting

Brightness" on page 30 for details.

Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the
image. See "Adjusting Contrast" on page 30 for details.

Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color
in a video image. See "Adjusting Color" on page 30 for details.

Color

This function is only available when a Video or S-Video
signal is selected and the system format is NTSC or PAL.

Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See

"Adjusting Tint" on page 30 for details.

Tint

This function is only available when a Video or S-Video
signal is selected and the system format is NTSC.

Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See

"Adjusting Sharpness" on page 31 for details.

Sharpness

This function is only available when a Video or S-Video
signal is selected and the system format is NTSC or PAL.

Brilliant Color

Color
Temperature

3D Color
Management

Save Settings

See "Adjusting Brilliant Color" on page 31 for details.

There are four color temperature settings available. See

"Selecting a color temperature" on page 31 for details.

See "3D Color Management" on page 31 for details.

Saves the settings made for User 1 or User 2 mode.

Operation 41

Function Description

3. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu

I

I

Presentation
Timer

Projector
Position

Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a
certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on

page 33 for details.

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

page 14 for details.

Menu Display Time
Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your
last key press. The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second

Menu Settings

increments.

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

Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal

Auto Power Off

is detected after a set period of time. See "Setting Auto Power

Off" on page 46 for details.

Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated,

Blank Timer

once elapsed the image will return to the screen. See "Hiding

the image" on page 34 for details.

Panel Key Lock

Sleep Timer

Splash Screen

Operation42

Disables or enables all panel key functions except Power on
the projector and keys on the remote control. See "Locking

control keys" on page 36 for details.

Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value
between 30 minutes and 12 hours.

Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during
projector start-up. The following options are available: BenQ
logo, Black screen or Blue screen.

4. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu

Function Description

Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On

Quick Cooling

enables the function and projector cooling time will be
shortened from a normal 90-second duration to approximately
30 seconds.

High Altitude
Mode

A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in

a high altitude environment" on page 36 for details.

Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a
VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER

Standby Monitor
Out

and MONITOR OUT jacks are correctly connected to devices.
See "Connecting a monitor" on page 19 for how to make the
connection.

Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power
consumption.

Lamp Mode
See "Setting Lamp Mode as Economic" on page 46 for details.

Reset Lamp Timer

Lamp Settings

See "Resetting the lamp timer" on page 50 for details.

Equivalent Lamp Hour
See "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 46 for details on
how the total lamp hour is calculated.

Change Password
You will be asked to enter the current password before

Security
Settings

changing to a new one. See "Utilizing the password function"

on page 24 for details.

Power On Lock
See "Utilizing the password function" on page 24 for details.

Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer's so

Baud Rate

that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232
cable and update or download the projector's firmware. This
function is intended for qualified service personnel.

Selecting On enables the function and the projector displays

Test Pattern

the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and
focus and check that the projected image is free from
distortion.

Returns all settings to the factory preset values.

Reset All
Settings

The following settings will still remain: Position, Phase, H. Size,

User 1, User 2, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude Mode,
Security Settings, and Baud Rate.

Operation 43

Function Description

5. INFORMATION menu

FAQ-Image and
Installation

FAQ-Features

Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter.

and Service

Source
Shows the current signal source.

Picture Mode
Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu.

Resolution

Current System
Status

Shows the native resolution of the input signal.

Color System
Shows input system format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB.

Equivalent Lamp Hour
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.

Firmware Version
Shows the firmware version of your projector.

Operation44

Maintenance

Care of the projector

Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular
basis is to keep the lens and case clean.

Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other
parts need replacing.

Cleaning the lens

Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.

• 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 maitaining 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 37 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 53 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.

Maintenance 45

Lamp information

Getting to know the lamp hour

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

Total (equivalent) lamp hour
= 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 4/3 (hours used in normal mode)

See "Setting Lamp Mode as Economic" below for more information on Economic mode.

To obtain the lamp hour information:

1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced

menu.

2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page

is displayed.

3. You will see the Equivalent Lamp Hour information appearing on the menu.

4. To leave the menu, press Menu/Exit.

You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu.

Extending lamp life

The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 3000-4000 hours
with proper usage. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following
settings via the OSD menu.

Setting Lamp Mode as Economic

Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by 20%. If the
Economic mode is selected, the light output will be reduced and result in darker
projected pictures.

Setting the projector in Economic mode also extends the lamp operation life. To set
Economic mode, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings > Lamp
Mode menu and press / .

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 lamp life.

To s et Auto Power Off, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Auto Power Off menu and
press / . The time period can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments. If
the preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable. The
projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period.

Maintenance46

Timing of replacing the lamp

OK

Order Replacement Lamp

Notice

Lamp > 2500 Hours

Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

OK

Lamp > 2950 Hours

Notice

Replace Lamp Soon

Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

OK

Notice

Replace Lamp Now

Lamp > 3000 Hours

Lamp usage time exceeded

Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

OK

Notice

Out of Lamp Usage Time

Replace lamp (refer to user manual)

Then reset lamp timer

Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to
replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may
cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode. Go to

http://lamp.BenQ.com for a replacement lamp.

• The LAMP indicator light and TEMPerature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes
too hot. See "Indicators" on page 51 for details.

The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.

The warning messages below are for reference only. Please follow the actual on-screen
instructions to prepare and replace the lamp.

Status Message

The lamp has been in operation equivalent to
2500 hours. Install a new lamp for optimal
performance. If the projector is normally run with
Economic selected (see "Getting to know the lamp

hour" on page 46), you may continue to operate

the projector until the 2950 hour lamp warning
appears.

The lamp has been in operation equivalent to
2950 hours. A new lamp should be fitted to avoid
the inconvenience when the projector runs out of
lamp time.

The lamp has been in operation equivalent to
3000 hours.

It is strongly recommended that you replace the
lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item.
The lamp brightness diminishes with use. This is
normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp
whenever you notice that the brightness level has
significantly diminished. If the lamp is not
replaced beforehand, it must be replaced after
3000 hours usage.

The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector
will operate normally.

Maintenance 47

Replacing the lamp

• Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See
www.lamprecycle.org.

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the
power cord before changing the lamp.

• To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes
before replacing the lamp.

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution
when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching
the lens, do not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.

• This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose
of this lamp in a proper manner.

• To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a
qualified projector lamp for lamp replacement.

• If lamp replacement is performed while the projector is suspended upside-down from the
ceiling, make sure that no one is underneath the lamp socket to avoid any possible injury
or damage to the human eyes caused by fractured lamp.

1. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. If the lamp

is hot, avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has
cooled.

2. Protect the projector's surface by clearing a
flat open area on your desk and placing a
soft item on the desk for padding.

3. Turn the projector over. Then loosen the
screws on the lamp cover.

4. Remove the lamp cover from the projector.

• Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover

removed.

• Do not insert your fingers between the lamp and

the projector. The sharp edges inside the
projector may cause injuries.

Maintenance48

5. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp. Be

1

2

2

1

1

2

careful not to lose the screw as it is needed to
hold the lamp in place. It is strongly
recommended that you use a magnetic-head
screwdriver.

6. Pull out the lamp connector from a slot in the
lamp compartment. Disconnect it from the
projector as illustrated.

7. Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the
handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the
projector.

• Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break

and scatter broken glass in the projector.

• Do not place the lamp in locations where water

might splash on it, children can reach it, or near
flammable materials.

• Do not insert your hands into the projector after the

lamp is removed. If you touch the optical
components inside, it could cause color
unevenness and distortion of the projected images.

8. Insert the new lamp into the lamp
compartment and make sure it fits in the
projector.

9. Reconnect the lamp connector and place it
back into its slot to be flush with the projector.

Maintenance 49

10. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.

Reset Lamp Timer?

Reset

Cancel

Notice

• Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which

could result in malfunction.

• Do not over tighten the screw.

11. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in
place.

12. Replace the lamp cover on the projector.

13. Tighten the screws that secure the lamp cover.

• Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which

could result in malfunction.

• Do not over tighten the screw.

14. Restart the projector.

Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.

Resetting the lamp timer

15. After the start-up logo, press Menu/Exit and then press / to highlight the
SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu.

16. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page
is displayed.

17. Press to highlight Reset Lamp Timer and
press Mode/Enter. A warning message is
displayed asking if you want to reset the lamp
timer. Highlight Reset and press Mode/Enter.
The lamp time will be reset to "0".

Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this
could cause damage.

Maintenance50

Indicators

Light Status & Description

Orange Off Off

Green

Flashing

Green Off Off

Orange

Flashing

Orange

Flashing

Off Off Red

Off Red Off

Off Red Red

Off Red Green

Off Red Orange

Red Red Red

Red Red Green

Red Red Orange

Green Red Red

Green Red Green

Green Red Orange

Orange Red Red

Orange Red Green

Orange Red Orange

Off Green Red

Off Green Green

Off Off

Off Off

Off Red

Power events

Stand-by mode.

Powering up.

Normal operation.

• The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it
was abnormally shut down without the normal
cooling down process.

• The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the
power is turned off.

• The projector has shut down automatically. If you try
to re-start the projector, it will shut down again.
Please contact your dealer for assistance.

Lamp events

The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to
re-start the projector, it will shut down again. Please
contact your dealer for assistance.

1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or

2. Please contact your dealer for assistance.

Thermal events

The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to
re-start the projector, it will shut down again. Please
contact your dealer for assistance.

Maintenance 51

Tro uble sh ooti ng

The projector does not turn on.

Cause Remedy

Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the

There is no power from the power cord.

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

No picture

Cause Remedy

The video source is not turned on or
connected correctly.

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

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

Blurred image

Cause Remedy

The projection lens is not correctly
focused.

The projector and the screen are not
aligned properly.

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

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.

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

Check the connection.

Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring.

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

Remote control does not work.

Cause Remedy

The battery is out of power. Replace the battery with a new one.

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.

Troubleshooting52

Please see "Entering the password recall

procedure" on page 25 for details.

Specifications

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Optical

Resolution

1024 x 768 XGA

Display system

1-CHIP DMD

Lens F/Number

F = 2.6 to 2.8, f = 21.13 to 23 mm

Lamp

210 W lamp

Electrical

Power supply

AC100–240V, 2.9 A,
50-60 Hz (Automatic)

Power consumption

315 W (Max); < 1 W (Standby)

Mechanical

We ig h t

5.07 lbs (2.3 Kg)

Output terminals

RGB output

D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1

Control

RS-232 serial control

9 pin x 1

IR receiver x 1

Input terminals

Computer input

RGB input

D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1

Video signal input

SD/HDTV signal input

Analog - Component RCA jack x 3

(through RGB input)

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)

Specifications 53

Dimensions

255

217

110

60.23 66

67.00

189.00

100.00

116.00

82.50

50.00

36.69 119.00

PUSH

69.41

111.41 107.28

218.69

84.00

61.00

127.12

255.25

82.50

Ceiling mount screws:
M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm)

Unit: mm

255 mm (W) x 110 mm (H) x 217 mm (D)

Ceiling mount installation

Specifications54

Timing chart

Supported timing for PC input

Resolution Mode

720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70.087 31.469 28.3221

VGA_60 59.940 31.469 25.175

640 x 480

800 x 600

1024 x 768

1024 x 576 Netbook 1 60.000 35.820 46.996

1024 x 600 Netbook 2 64.995 41.467 51.419

1280 x 800

1280 x 1024

1280 x 960

1440 x 900 WXGA+_60 59.887 55.935 106.500

1400 x 1050 SXGA+_60 59.978 65.317 121.750

1600 x 1200 UXGA 60.000 75.000 162.000

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 75.060 68.680 100.000

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

SVGA_72 72.188 48.077 50.000

SVGA_75 75.000 46.875 49.500

SVGA_85 85.061 53.674 56.250

XGA_60 60.004 48.363 65.000

XGA_70 70.069 56.476 75.000

XGA_75 75.029 60.023 78.750

XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.500

WXGA_60 59.810 49.702 83.500

WXGA_75 74.934 62.795 106.500

WXGA_85 84.880 71.554 122.500

SXGA_60 60.020 63.981 108.000

SXGA_75 75.025 79.976 135.000

SXGA_85 85.024 91.146 157.500

1280 x 960_60 60.000 60.000 108.000

1280 x 960_85 85.002 85.938 148.500

Vertical

Frequency (Hz)

Horizontal

Frequency (kHz)

Pixel Frequency

(MHz)

Specifications 55

Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input (share with PC)

Signal Format Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz)

480i(525i)@60Hz 15.73 59.94

480p(525p)@60Hz 31.47 59.94

576i(625i)@50Hz 15.63 50.00

576p(625p)@50Hz 31.25 50.00

720p(750p)@60Hz 45.00 60.00

720p(750p)@50Hz 37.50 50.00

1080i(1125i)@60Hz 33.75 60.00

1080i(1125i)@50Hz 28.13 50.00

1080p@60Hz 67.50 60.00

1080p@50Hz 56.26 50.00

Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibra­tion.

Specifications56

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

Copyright 2011 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.

Warranty and Copyright information 57