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.
4.Always open the lens shutter or
remove the lens cap when the
projector lamp is on.
2.Do not look straight at the
projector lens during operation.
The intense light beam may damage
your eyes.
3.Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
5.In some countries, the line voltage is
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).
Important safety instructions3
Safety Instructions
6.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 fir e. To
temporarily turn off the lamp, press
BLANK on the projector or remote
control.
7.The lamp becomes extremely hot
during operation. Allow the projector
to cool for approximately 45 min utes
prior to removing the lamp assembly
for replacement.
8.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.
9.Never replace the lamp assembly or
any electronic components unless the
projector is unplugged.
10. Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may fall, sustaining serious
damage.
11. 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 undo or remove any other
covers. Refer servicing only to
suitably qualified professional service
personnel.
Important safety instructions4
Safety Instructions (Continued)
3000 m
(10000 feet)
0 m
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12. 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.
13. 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,
shortening the projector's life span
and darkening 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).
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 f i re.
15. 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.
Important safety instructions5
Safety Instructions (Continued)
16. 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.
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.
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.
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 supply's
wall socket and call BenQ to have the
projector serviced.
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.
Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage
in accordance with local disposal laws.
See www.lamprecycle.org.
Important safety instructions6
Introduction
Projector features
The projector offers the following features
• BLANK saves lamp power
By pressing the BLANK button to hide the image and immediately lower lamp power
at the same time.
• USB TYPE B jack to use the page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint)
using the remote control when connected a PC.
• USB TYPE A jack to support 5V/1.5A output.
• Less than 0.5W in standby condition
Less than 0.5W power consumption under standby mode.
• Network Control
Integrated RJ45 connector for wired network control allowing management of
projector status from a computer using a web browser.
• Crestron RoomView
The projector supports Crestron eControl and RoomView, PJ Link and AMX allowing
you to control and manage equipment from a remote computer via LAN connection.
• One-key auto-adjustment
Pressing AUTO on the keypad or remote control to show the best picture quality
immediately.
• Quick Cooling, Auto Power Off, Signal Power On, Direct Power On, Quick
Cooling function speeds up the cooling process when turning off the projector. Auto
Power Off function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is
detected after a set period of time. Signal Power On function turns on your
projector automatically once detecting COMPUTER-1 or COMPUTER-2 the signal
input and Direct Power On boots up the projector automatically when the power is
connected.
• 3D Function supported
Various 3D f ormats mak e the 3D function mor e flexible. By presenting the depth of the
images, you can wear BenQ 3D glasses to enjoy the 3D movies, videos and sporting
events in a more realistic way.
•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.
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, PJ Link and AMX supported
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Carefully unpack and ve rify that you ha v e all of the items shown below. If any of these items
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Standard accessories
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated.
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu,
exits and saves menu settings.
the menus" on page 26 for details.
2.Keystone/Arrow keys (/▲ Up)
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection. See
"Correcting Keystone" on page 25 for
details.
3.INPUT
Displays the source selection bar. See
"Switching input signal" on page 30 for
details.
4.◄ Left/Decrease volume level
Decreases volume. See "Adjusting the
sound level" on page 40 for details.
5.Keystone/Arrow keys (/▼ Down)
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection. See
"Correcting Keystone" on page 25 for
details.
6.BLANK
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the image" on page 38 for details.
See "Using
7.MODE/ENTER
Selects an available picture setup mode.
See "Selecting a picture mode" on page
33 for details.
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display
(OSD) menu item.See "Using the menus"
on page 26 for details.
8.► Right/Increase volume level
Increases volume. See "Adjusting the
sound level" on page 40 for details.
When the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu is activated, the #2, #4, #5, and #8
keys are used as directional arrows to
select the desired menu items and to
make adjustments. See "Using the menu s"
on page 26 for details.
9.AUTO
Automatically determines the best
picture timings for the displayed image.
See "Auto-adjusting the image" on page
24 for details.
10. LENS SHIFT UP/DOWN
Rotate to move lens up or down.
11. LENS RELEASE button
Flip to release lens.
12. LENS SHIFT RIGHT/LEFT
Rotate to move lens right or left.
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Remote Control
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1. ON / OFF
Toggles the projector between standby
mode and on.
2.KEYSTONE+/KEYSTONE-
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection.
3.Arrow keys (▲ Up, ▼ Down, ◄
Left, ► Right)
When the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu is activated, the #3 keys are used
as directional arrows to select the
desired menu items and to make
adjustments. See "Using the menus" on
page 26 for details.
4.MENU
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu. Goes back to previous OSD
menu, exits and saves menu settings.
5.INPUT
Selects an input source for display. See
"Switching input signal" on page 30 for
details.
6.ASPECT
Selects the display aspect ratio.
7.AUTO SYNC
Automatically determines the best
picture timings for the displayed image.
8.OVERSCAN
Press to select overscan mode.
9.INFO.
Press to display INFORMATION
menu.
10. 3D MODE
Press to display 3D setup menu.
11. CLEAR
Clear remote ID SET assigned to all
projectors.
Press CLEAR and ID SET for five
seconds. The LED blinks three times
then the ID setting is cleared.
12. Numeric buttons
Enters numbers in network settings.
Numeric buttons 1, 2, 3, 4 cannot be
pressed when asked to enter password.
13. VOLUME +/VOLUME -
Increases/decreases the projector
volume.
14. QUICK INSTALL
Displays the Quick Install OSD menu.
15. MUTE
Toggles projector audio between on and
off.
16. ENTER
Selects an available picture setup mode.
Activates the selected On-Screen
Display (OSD) menu item.
17. EXIT
Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits
and saves menu settings.
18. PCITURE
Press to display Picture menu.
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19. NETWORK
Selects Network Display as the input
signal source.
20. BLANK
Used to hide the screen picture.
21. FREEZE
Freezes the projected image.
22. LAMP MODE
Press to display OSD menu to select
desired lamp mode.
23. LIGHT
Press to open backlight of remote
controller.
24. ID SET
Press to set remote ID.
Press ID SET for three seconds. The
POWER indicator on the remote control
blinks, then press 01~99 to designate an
ID.
Press CLEAR and ID SET for five
seconds. The POWER indicator on the
remote control blinks a single instance to
signify a switch from control by projector
only or control by projector to remote
control.
25. SHUTTER
The function is not available on this
projector.
26. WIRE REMOTE jack
Connect to projector for wire remote
control.
The remote control number must match the projector number for accurate control.
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Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the
rear of the projector. The remote control must be held at
an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the
projector's IR remote control sensor to function
correctly. The distance between the remote control and
the sensor should not exceed8 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.To open the battery cover, turn the remote control
over to view its back, push on the finger grip on the
cover and slide it up in the direction of the arrow as
illustrated. The cover will slide off.
2.Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install
two AA batteries observing the battery polarities as
indicated in the base of the battery compartment.
Positive (+) goes to positive and negative (-) goes to
negative.
3.Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and sliding
it back down into position. Stop when it clicks into
place.
•Avoid 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.
•RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
•DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Introduction13
Positioning your projector
Choosing a location
Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations:
1.Front Table
Select this location with the projector
placed on a 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 from the ceiling in
front of the screen.
Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling
Mounting Kit from your dealer to mount
your projector on the ceiling.
*Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Inst allation
menu after you turn the projector on.
2.Rear Table
Select this location with the projector
placed on a table behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen
is required.
*Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Installation
menu after you turn the projector on.
4.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 Mounting
Kit are required for this installation
location.
*Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Installation
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
Installing or removing the optional lens
•Do not shake or place excessive pressure on the projector or the lens components as the
projector and lens components contain precision parts.
•Before removing or installing the lens, be sure to turn off the projector, wait until the
cooling fans stop, and turn off the main power switch.
•Do not touch the lens surface when removing or installing the lens.
•Keep fingerprints, dust or oil off the lens surface. Do not scratch the lens surface.
•Work on a level surface with a soft cloth under it to avoid scratching.
•If you remove and store the lens, attach the lens cap to the projector to keep off dust and
dirt.
Removing the existing lens from the projector
1.Flip up the top cover
2.Push the LENSE RELEASE button to the unlock
position.
3.Grasp the lens.
4.Rotate the lens counterclockwise. The existing
lens will be disengaged.
5.Pull out the existing lens slowly.
Installing the new lens
Remove both end caps from the lens.
Removal of the plastic body cap before inserting a lens for
the first time.
1.Align the notches and correctly position.
2.Rotate the lens clockwise until you feel it click
into place.
Positioning your projector15
Adjusting projected image position using lens shift
Horizontal lens
shift lever
Screw for ensure the
lens position
Vertical lens shift
lever
Suggest to loosen the screw before lens shift adjustment and tighten up after finished
adjustment.
The Lens Shift function can be used to adjust the position of the projected image either
horizontally or vertically within the range detailed below.
Adjusting the vertical image position
The vertical image height can be adjusted between 50% and -10% for XGA of offset
position. Please consult the Lens Shift Range diagram below for further clarification.
Adjusting the horizontal image position
With the lens in the center position the horizontal image position can be adjusted to the
left or right by up to a maximum of 5% of the image width. Please consult the Lens Shift
Range diagram below for further clarification.
Positioning your projector16
Lens shift range diagram
Desk-Front Projection
Ceiling Mount-Front Projection
Vertical shift
Height of projected image
Max 0.1V
Max 0.5V
Max
0.5V
Height of projected image
Vertical shift
Vertical shift
Normal projection position
Width of projected image
0.05H0.05H
1V
1V
1H
Shift to Left
Shift to Right
Zoom ringFocus ring
XGA
Notice (when edge blending)
• To avoid the image shaking or some pixels in the display may be misaligned, do not use
the projector in the following location:
• In a building close to a construction site.
• In a room where an air conditioner unit is working and it vibrates.
• In a place where the temperature changes dramatically that may cause thermal
contraction.
• Before making any adjustment, leave the projector lit for at least 45 minutes after its
lamp is turned on. This allows he internal temperature of the projector to stabilize.
Adjusting the Zoom/Focus
You may turn the zoom ring to zoom in or out. To focus the image, rotate the focus ring
until the image is clear. The projector will focus at distances. See page 18.
Positioning your projector17
Obtaining a preferred projected image size
Projection distance
Center of lens
Screen
Vertical offset
Maximum zoom
Minimum zoom
W
H
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
Refer to "Dimensions" on page 66 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector
before calculating the appropriate position.
The screen aspect ratio is 4:3 and the projected picture is 4:3.
*Gray areas mean it more than the lens ensureing dist ance, only for refere nce.
There is 5% 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 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.
Positioning your projector19
Connection
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Notebook or desktop
computer
A/V device
Speakers
Monitor
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.
1.Video cable
2.S-Video cable
3.Component video cable
4.Audio L/R cable
5.HDMI cable
6.Audio cable
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.
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7.VGA cable
8.VGA to DVI-A cable
9.DISPLAYPORT cable
10. USB cable
11. Type-A port power 1.5A
12. Wired remote control cable
Connecting video source devices
You need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the
connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method
you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the
projector and the video source device as described below:
Ter min a l n a meTerminal appearancePicture quality
HDMIBest
Component VideoBetter
S-VideoGood
VideoNormal
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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Playing sound through the projector
You can connect separate amplified speakers to the AUDIO OUT socket of the projector.
If you have a separate sound system, you will most likel y want to connect the audio output
of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector.
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD)
menus.
The table below describes the connection methods for different devices, and where the
sound is from.
DeviceAudio input port
COMPUTER-1AUDIO-1AUDIO-1AUDIO OUT
COMPUTER-2/
COMPUTER-3/
DVI-D
COMPONENTAUDIO-3 (L/R)AUDIO-3 (L/R)AUDIO OUT
S-VIDEO/VIDEOAUDIO-4AUDIO-4AUDIO OUT
HDMIHDMIHDMIAUDIO OUT
DISPLAY PORTDISPLAY PORTDISPLAY PORTAUDIO OUT
The selected input signal determines which sound will be played by the projector speaker, and
which sound will be output from the projector when AUDIO OUT is connected. If you select the
COMPUTER-2/COMPUTER-3/DVI-D signal, the projector can play the sound received from
AUDIO IN-2 mini jack. If you select the COMPONENT signal, the projector can play the sound
AUDIO IN-2 (mini jack)AUDIO IN-2
received from AUDIO IN-3 (L/R).
The projector can play
the sound from...
(mini jack)
Audio output
port
AUDIO OUT
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Operation
Starting up the projector
1.Plug the power cord into the pr ojector and into a
wall socket. Turn on the wall socket 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.Press POWER on the projector or remote control to start the projector
and a start up tone sounds. 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
startup logo is projected.
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness.
To turn off the ring tone, see "Turning off the Power on/off ring tone" on page 40 for
details.
If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90
seconds before energizing the lamp.
3.To use the OSD menus, please set them to
your familiar language first.
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 27 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 displa ys in the upper left corner of the
screen. If the projector doesn't detect a valid signal, the message 'No Signal' will
continue displaying until an input signal is found.
You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your
desired input signal. See "Switching input signal" on page 30 for details.
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 lo wer setting. See
"Timing chart" on page 67 for details.
To maintain the lamp life, once you turn the projector on, wait at least 5 minutes before turning
if off.
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