Benq W7000, W7000PLUS User Manual

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W7000/W7000+ Digital Projector Home Cinema Series

User Manual

Important safety instructions.......3

Overview..........................................6

Shipping contents...................................... 6

Remote control batteries....................... 7

Remote control operation.....................7

Projector features .................................... 8

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

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

Control panel ............................................... 10

Remote control............................................ 11

Positioning your projector........ 12

Choosing a location ...............................12

Obtaining a preferred projected

image size .................................................13

How to determine the position of the

projector for a given screen size .............13

How to determine the recommended

screen size for a given distance ................ 13

Projection dimensions ................................ 14

Shifting the projection lens ........................ 16

Connecting with video

equipment ..................................... 17

Preparations.................................................. 17

Connecting HDMI devices......................... 17

Connecting component-video devices ... 18

Connecting S-Video or video devices..... 18

Connecting a computer .............................19

Correcting picture distortion....................25

Using the preset and user modes ...... 26

Fine-tuning the picture quality ............ 28

Advanced picture quality controls ..... 29

Selecting the aspect ratio..................... 32

Operating in a high altitude

environment............................................ 34

Displaying more than one image

source simultaneously........................... 35

Watching 3D content ........................... 36

Personalizing the projector menu

display ....................................................... 36

Locking control keys............................. 37

Turning the projector off..................... 37

On-Screen Display (OSD) menus...... 38

Additional information 44

Care of the projector ........................... 44

Lamp information................................... 45

Getting to know the lamp hour ................45

Extending lamp life .......................................45

Timing of replacing the lamp .....................46

Replacing the lamp .......................................46

Indicators ................................................. 49

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

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

Warranty and Copyright

information....................................58

Using the projector..................... 20

Turning the projector on .....................20

Selecting an input source......................21

Fine-tuning the image size

and clarity.................................................21

Using the menus .....................................22

Securing the projector ..........................22

Using a security cable lock ........................ 22

Utilizing the password function................ 23

Adjusting the projected image.............25

Adjusting the projection angle .................25

2 Table of contents

Thank you for your purchase of this quality BenQ video projector! It has been designed to provide you

4920-

9840

feet

with an enjoyable home theater viewing experience. For the best results, please read this manual through carefully as it is your guide through the control menus and operation.

Important safety instructions

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

1. Please read this user manual before you operate your projector. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

2. Always place the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation.

- Do not place the projector on an unstable cart,

stand, or table as it may fall and be damaged;

- Do not place inflammables near the projector;

- 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.

3. Do not store the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fall over, causing injury or resulting in damage.

4. Do not place the 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 closed;

- locations where excessive humidity, dust,

or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components, shorten the projector’s lifespan and darken the screen;

- locations near fire alarms;

- locations with an ambient temperature

above 35°C/95°F;

- locations where altitude is higher than 1500

meters/4920 feet above sea level.

Important safety instructions

5. Do not block the vents holes while the projector is on (even in standby mode):

- Do not cover the projector with any item;

- Do not place the projector on a blanket,

bedding or any other soft surface.

9. Do not look straight into the projector lens during operation. It may harm your sight.

6. In areas where the mains power supply voltage may fluctuate by ±10 volts, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS) as appropriate to your situation.

7. Do not step on the projector or place any objects upon it.

8. Do not place liquids near or on the projector. Liquids spilled into the projector will void your warranty. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power point and call BenQ to have the projector repaired.

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

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

12. This projector is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting.

Important safety instructions

13. Never attempt to replace the lamp assembly until the projector has cooled down and is unplugged from the power supply.

Moisture condensation

Never operate the projector immediately after moving it from a cold location to a hot location. When the projector is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture may condense on the crucial internal parts. To prevent the projector from possible damage, do not use the projector for at least 2 hours when there is a sudden change in temperature.

14. When you think service or repair is required, take the projector only to a suitably qualified technician.

15. 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. See page 46.

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

Avoid volatile liquids

Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide or certain types of cleaner, near the projector. Do not have rubber or plastic products touching the projector for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish. If cleaning with a chemically treated cloth, be sure to follow the cleaning product’s safety instructions.

Disposal

This product contains the following materials which are harmful to human bodies and environment.

• Lead, which is contained in solder.

• Mercury, which is used in the lamp.

To dispose of the product or used lamps, consult your local environment authorities for regulations.

Notice

Please keep the original packing for possible future shipment. If you need to pack your projector after use, adjust the projection lens to an appropriate position, put the lens cushion around the lens, and fit the lens cushion and projector cushion together to prevent damage during transportation.

Important safety instructions

Overview

Projector

Remote control

Batteries

Component Video cable

Warranty card

User manual CD

Quick start guide

Power cable

VGA c able

Shipping contents

Carefully unpack and verify that you have the items below. Some of the items may not be available depending on your region of purchase. Please check with your place of purchase.

Some of the accessories may vary from region to region.

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

Overview

Remote control batteries

up to 8 m

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 down in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. The cover will slide off.

2. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two new AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment. Positive (+) goes to positive and negative (-) goes to negative.

3. Refit the cover by aligning it with the case and sliding it back up into position. Stop when it clicks into place.

Notes on handling batteries

• Do not mix old batteries with new ones, or mix different types of batteries.

• Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive hot or humid environment like the kitchen, bathroom, sauna, sunroom, or in a closed car.

• Dispose of used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions and local environment regulations for your region.

• If the remote control will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage to the control from possible battery leakage.

Remote control operation

• Make sure that there is nothing positioned between the remote control and the infrared (IR) sensors on the projector that might obstruct the IR beam from the remote control reaching the projector.

• The effective range of the remote control is up to 8 meters, and at an angle within 45 degrees of the IR beam. Always aim straight at the projector, however most screens will also reflect the IR beam to the projector.

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 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.

Overview

Projector features

• Full HD compatible

The projector is compatible with Standard Definition TV (SDTV) 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, and High Definition TV (HDTV) 720p, 1080i and 1080p formats, with the 1080p format providing a true 1:1 image reproduction.

• High picture quality

The projector provides excellent picture quality due to its high resolution, excellent home theater brightness, super high contrast ratio, vivid color and rich gray-scale reproduction.

• High brightness

The projector features super high brightness to achieve excellent picture quality in ambient light conditions, outperforming ordinary projectors.

• High contrast ratio

The projector features a dynamic black control to achieve a high contrast ratio.

• Vivid color reproduction

The projector features a 6-segment color wheel to produce realistic color depth and range unattainable with lesser segment color wheels.

• Rich gray-scale

When viewed in a darkened environment, the automatic gamma control provides excellent gray-scale display which reveals details in shadows and in night or darkened scenes.

• Intuitive lens shift

The intuitive control over lens shift lever provides flexibility in setting-up your projector.

• Wide variety of inputs and video formats

The projector supports a wide variety of inputs for connection to your video and PC equipment, including component video, S-Video, and composite video, as well as dual HDMI, PC, and an output trigger for connection to automated screen and environment lighting systems.

• ISF certified calibration control

To reach a higher standard of performance, the projector incorporates ISF NIGHT and ISF DAY mode settings in its OSD menus, which requires professional calibration service from authorized ISF installers.

• Panamorph lenses compatible

The projector is compatible with Panamorph lenses that allow you to convert 16:9 projectors to

2.35:1 aspect ratio.

• 3D function

To enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images through HDMI.

• Frame Interpolation

The projector enhances picture smoothness and clarity using motion estimation/motion compensation technology.

Overview

Projector exterior view

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789171011 12 13 14 15 16

See "Connecting with video equipment" on

page 17 for connection details.

Front and upper side view

Rear view

1. Control panel (See "Control panel" on

page 10 for details.)

2. Lamp cover

3. Front IR sensor

4. Vent (heated air exhaust)

5. Projection lens

6. Lens shift lever

7. AC Power cable inlet

8. Rear IR sensor

9. HDMI ports

10.Composite Video input (RCA)

11.S-Video input (mini 4-pin DIN)

12.USB port

13.RS-232 control port Used to interface with a PC or home theater control/automation system.

14.12VDC output terminal Used to trigger external devices such as an electric screen or light control, etc. Consult your dealer for how to connect these devices.

15.Component Video inputs (RCA) support Y/P

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

17.Kensington lock slot

B/PR or Y/CB/CR video signal

Under view

18.Adjustable feet

19.Ceiling mount holes

Overview

Controls and functions

1 2

3 4

910

For details, see the info provided behind the hand sign .

Control panel

1. Focus ring

Adjusts the focus of the projected image.

"Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 21

2. Zoom ring

Adjusts the size of the projected image.

"Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 21

3. POWER indicator light

Lights up or flashes when the projector is operating.

"Indicators" on page 49

4. TEMPerature warning light

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

"Indicators" on page 49

5. LAMP indicator light

Lights up or flashes when the projector lamp has developed a problem.

"Indicators" on page 49

Overview

6. Arrow/Keystone keys (Left , Up / , Right , Down / )

Moves the current On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selection in the direction of the arrow being pressed when the OSD menu is activated.

Manually corrects distorted pictures resulting from an angled projection.

"Using the menus" on page 22, "Correcting picture distortion" on page 25

7. POWER

Performs the same action as POWER ON/ OFF on the remote control.

Toggles the projector between standby and on.

"Turning the projector on" on page 20, "Turning the projector off" on page 37

8. PRESET MODE

Sequentially selects a predefined picture setting available for each input.

"Selecting a preset mode" on page 26

9. SOURCE

Performs the same action as the source selection keys (COMP, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, HDMI1, HDMI2, PC) on the remote control.

Switches sequentially through input sources.

"Selecting an input source" on page 21

10.EXIT

Goes back to previous OSD menus, exits and saves any changes made using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

"Using the menus" on page 22

11. ENTER

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

12.MENU

Toggles the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu on and off.

"Using the menus" on page 22

Remote control

For details, see the info provided behind the hand sign .

1. POWER ON/OFF

Toggles the projector between standby and on.

"Turning the projector on" on page 20, "Turning the projector off" on page 37

2. Source selection keys (COMP, VIDEO, SVIDEO, HDMI1, HDMI2, PC)

Selects an input source for display.

"Selecting an input source" on page 21

3. Aspect keys (ANA, 4:3, LB, WIDE, REAL)

Selects the display aspect ratio.

"Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 32

4. PRESET MODE

Sequentially selects a predefined picture setting available for each input.

"Selecting a preset mode" on page 26

5. MEMORY keys (USER 1, USER 2/ISF NIGHT, USER 3/ISF DAY, and DEFAULT)

Restores picture settings for the current input source.

"Setting the User 1/User 2/User 3 mode" on page 27

6. ENTER

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

7. Arrow/Keystone keys (Left , Up / , Right , Down / )

Moves the current On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selection in the direction of the arrow being pressed when the OSD menu is activated.

Manually corrects distorted pictures resulting from an angled projection.

"Using the menus" on page 22, "Correcting picture distortion" on page 25

8. MENU

Toggles the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu on and off.

"Using the menus" on page 22

9. EXIT

Goes back to previous OSD menus, exits and saves any changes made using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

"Using the menus" on page 22

10.Picture quality adjustment keys (BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT)

Displays the setting bars for adjustment of the appropriate picture quality values.

"Fine-tuning the picture quality" on page 28

11.Picture window control keys (PIP, SIZE, POSITION, ACTIVE)

Displays the Picture In Picture (PIP) windows, toggles between the main window and subwindow with ACTIVE, and adjusts the size and position of the currently active window with SIZE and POSITION.

"Displaying more than one image source simultaneously" on page 35

12.INVERT

Toggles the invert function between on and off.

"3D" on page 41

13. 3D

Displays the 3D menu.

"3D" on page 41

14.LIGHT

Turns on the remote control backlight for about 10 seconds. Pressing any other key while the backlight is on keeps the backlight on for a further 10 seconds. Press the key again to turn the backlight off.

Overview

Positioning your projector

Language

Splash Screen

Projector Position

Auto Off Sleep Timer Menu Settings Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

Back

Disable Disable

Off

Front Table

Choosing a location

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

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.

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 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 after you turn the projector on.

3. 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 after you turn the projector on.

4. Rear Ceiling:

Select this location with the projector suspended 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 after you turn the projector on.

*To set the projector position:

1. Press MENU on the projector or remote control and then press / until the System Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press / to highlight Projector Position and press / until the correct position is selected.

Positioning your projector

Obtaining a preferred projected image size

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

The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and positioned directly perpendicular 90° right-angle square) to 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.

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 positions 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.

This projector is equipped with a movable lens. See "Shifting the projection lens" on page 16 for details. You can see the diagrams on pages 14 and 15 for the vertical offset values in the dimension tables that are measured when the lens is shifted fully up or down.

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

1. Determine the aspect ratio of your screen, 16:9 or 4:3?

2. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled "Screen

dimensions". 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. Decide the exact position of your projector according to the position of your screen and the adjustable lens shift range.

For example, if you are using a 120-inch, 4:3-aspect-ratio screen, please refer to "The screen aspect ratio

is 4:3 and the projected picture is 16:9". The average projection distance is 4944 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. Determine the aspect ratio of your screen, 16:9 or 4:3?

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

3. Refer to the table 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.

4. Using this value, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding screen diagonal listed in that row. That is the projected image size of the projector at that projection distance.

For example, if you have a 16:9-aspect-ratio screen and your measured projection distance was 4500 mm, please refer to "The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is 16:9". The closest match in the "Average" column is 4488 cm. Looking across this row shows that a 100-inch screen is required.

Checking the min and max projection distance values in the columns of "Projection distance <D> [mm]"

on page 14 indicates that the 4500 mm measured projection distance will also fit the 90 and 110-inch size

screens. The projector can be adjusted (using the zoom control) to display on these different screen sizes at the projection distance. Be aware that these different screens have different vertical offset values.

Positioning your projector

If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt it down or

Floor Installation

<F>: Screen <G>: Center of lens

<A>

<C>

<F>

<G>

<D>

<E>

Ceiling Installation

<F>: Screen <G>: Center of lens

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 picture distortion" on page 25 for details.

Projection dimensions

Installation for a 16:9 ratio screen

<A>

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

Diagonal <A> [inch (mm)]

30 (762) 374 664 1077 1346 1616 47

40 (1016) 498 885 1436 1795 2154 62

50 (1270) 623 1107 1795 2244 2693 78

60 (1524) 747 1328 2154 2693 3232 93

70 (1778) 872 1549 2513 3142 3770 109

80 (2032) 996 1771 2873 3591 4309 125

90 (2286) 1121 1992 3232 4039 4847 140

100 (2540) 1245 2214 3591 4488 5386 156

110 (2794) 1370 2435 3950 4937 5925 171

120 (3048) 1494 2656 4309 5386 6463 187

130 (3302) 1619 2878 4668 5835 7002 202

140 (3556) 1743 3099 5027 6284 7540 218

150 (3810) 1868 3320 5386 6732 8079 233

160 (4064) 1992 3542 5745 7181 8618 249

170 (4318) 2117 3763 6104 7630 9156 265

180 (4572) 2241 3984 6463 8079 9695 280

190 (4826) 2366 4206 6822 8528 10233 296

200 (5080) 2490 4427 7181 8977 10772 311

250 (6350) 3113 5534 8977 11221 13465 389

300 (7620) 3735 6641 10772 13465 16158 467

The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements. Only the recommended screen sizes are listed. If your screen size is not in the table above, please contact your dealer for assistance.

<C>

<E>

<F>

<G>

<D>

Screen dimensions Projection distance <D> [mm]

Height [mm]

Width <C> [mm]

Min distance (with max zoom)

Average

Max distance (with min zoom)

Lowest/Highest

lens position

<E> [mm]

Positioning your projector

Installation for a 4:3 ratio screen

<A>

<H>

<C>

<E>

<D>

<F>

<G>

Floor Installation

<F>: Screen <G>: Center of lens

Ceiling Installation

<F>: Screen <G>: Center of lens

The illustrations and table below are provided for those users who already have 4:3 aspect ratio screens or intend to purchase 4:3 aspect ratio screens to view 16:9 ratio projected images.

The screen aspect ratio is 4:3 and the projected picture is 16:9

Screen dimensions

Diagonal <A> [inch (mm)]

30 (762) 457 610 989 1236 1483 43 343

40 (1016) 610 813 1318 1648 1977 57 457

50 (1270) 762 1016 1648 2060 2472 71 572

60 (1524) 914 1219 1977 2472 2966 86 686

70 (1778) 1067 1422 2307 2884 3461 100 800

80 (2032) 1219 1626 2637 3296 3955 114 914

90 (2286) 1372 1829 2966 3708 4449 129 1029

100 (2540) 1524 2032 3296 4120 4944 143 1143

110 (2794) 1676 2235 3625 4532 5438 157 1257

120 (3048) 1829 2438 3955 4944 5932 171 1372

130 (3302) 1981 2642 4285 5356 6427 186 1486

140 (3556) 2134 2845 4614 5768 6921 200 1600

150 (3810) 2286 3048 4944 6180 7416 214 1715

160 (4064) 2438 3251 5273 6592 7910 229 1829

170 (4318) 2591 3454 5603 7004 8404 243 1943

180 (4572) 2743 3658 5932 7416 8899 257 2057

190 (4826) 2896 3861 6262 7828 9393 271 2172

200 (5080) 3048 4064 6592 8239 9887 286 2286

250 (6350) 3810 5080 8239 10299 12359 357 2858

300 (7620) 4572 6096 9887 12359 14831 429 3429

Height [mm]

Width <C> [mm]

<A>

<C>

Projection distance <D>

[mm]

Min distance (with max zoom)

Average

Max distance (with min zoom)

<H>

<E>

<D>

<F>

Lowest/ Highest

lens

position

<E>

[mm]

<G>

Image

height <H>

[mm]

Positioning your projector

Shifting the projection lens

Screen

Range of placement

Center of lens

Projector

The lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector. It allows the projector to be positioned off the center of the screen.

The lens shift is expressed as a percentage of the projected image height or width. It is measured as an offset from the projected image’s vertical or horizontal center. You can use the lever to shift the projection lens in any direction within the allowable range depending on your desired image position.

To use the lens shift lever:

1. Release the lever by turning it counterclockwise.

2. Move the lever to adjust the projected image position.

3. Lock the lever by turning it clockwise.

• When the screen position is fixed

• When the projector position is fixed

100%

25%

-25%

-100%

41.3% 41.3%

• Please do not over-tighten the lever.

• Lens shift adjustment will not result in a degraded picture quality. In the unlikely event that the image distortion is produced, see "Adjusting the projected image" on page 25 for details.

Positioning your projector

Connecting with video equipment

HDMI cable

HDMI device: DVD player, digital tuner, etc.

To make sure you select a correct input source type for the HDMI signal, see "HDMI Settings" on

page 42 for details.

You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, Blu-ray player, digital tuner, cable or satellite decoder, video game console or digital camera. You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple Macintosh system. You need only connect the projector to a source device using just one of the connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the projector and the Video source device as described below:

Te r m i n a l

name

HDMI

Component

Video

S-Video

Video

PC (D-SUB)

Terminal appearance Reference Picture quality

"Connecting HDMI devices" on page 17

"Connecting component-video devices" on page 18

"Connecting S-Video or video devices" on page 18

"Connecting a computer" on page 19

Best

Better

Good

Normal

Better

Preparations

When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:

1. Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

2. Use only the correct type cables for each source with proper type plugs.

3. Ensure that all cable plugs are firmly fitted to the equipment jacks.

Note that all cables shown in the following connection diagrams may not be supplied with the projector (See

"Shipping contents" on page 6 for details). Most cables are commercially available from electronics stores.

Connecting HDMI devices

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners, DVD players, Blu-ray players and displays over a single cable. It provides pure digital viewing and listening experience. You should use an HDMI cable when making connection between the projector and HDMI devices.

Connecting with video equipment

Connecting component-video devices

AV equipment: DVD player, digital

tuner, etc.

From audio output

terminals

To a ud i o i n p ut

terminals

Component video cable

From audio output

terminals

To audio input terminals

S-Video cable

Video cable

AV equipment

Be sure to match the corresponding colors between the cables and the terminals. The RCA type component video jacks are provided for connection to video output devices. You should also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier.

Connecting S-Video or video devices

You need only connect S-Video or composite Video cable from the same device, never both at the same time. You should also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier.

• If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and the video source device, you need not connect to this device again using an S-Video or composite Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second connection of poorer picture quality. You need only connect using a composite Video connection if both Component Video and S-Video are not supplied on the video source device (for example, with some analog video cameras).

• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, please check that the video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.

Connecting with video equipment

Connecting a computer

VGA cable

From audio

output terminal

To audio input terminals

Laptop or desktop

computer

Connect the projector to a computer with a VGA cable.

Many laptops do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combination 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 laptop. Press Fn and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your laptop

's documentation to discover your laptop's key combination.

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Using the projector

Preparations

1. Plug in and turn all of the connected equipment on.

2. If not already in, plug the supplied power cable into the AC inlet on the rear of the projector.

3. Plug the power cable into a wall power outlet and turn the wall switch on.

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

Turning the projector on

Follow the steps below.

1. Make sure the Power light is orange after power has been applied.

2. Press and hold POWER ON ( ) on the projector or remote control to turn the projector on.

3. The fans will start operating, and a start-up image displays on the screen for a few seconds while it warms up.

The projector will not respond to further commands while it is

warming up.

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 23 for details.

5. "Source Searching..." will be displayed on the screen before the projector identifies the input source. This message will remain on the screen until a valid signal is detected. See "Selecting an input source"

on page 21 for details.

6. If the horizontal frequency of the input source exceeds the range of the projector, the message "No Signal" will be displayed on the screen. This message will remain on-screen until you change the input source to an appropriate one.

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Selecting an input source

Language

Splash Screen

Projector Position Auto Off Sleep Timer Menu Settings

Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

Back

Disable Disable

Front Table

ENTER

NOTE: When automatically searching for a valid input source, the projector cycles through the available signals following the sequence from top to bottom as the source selection bar shows.

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

Video

S-Video

Component 1

Component 2

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

2. Sharpen the picture by rotating the focus ring.

The projector can be connected to multiple equipment at the same time. When the projector is first turned on, it will attempt to reconnect with the input source which was in use when the projector was last shut down.

To select the video source:

• Using the remote control or projector

Press one of the Source keys on the remote control, or press SOURCE on the projector repeatedly until your desired signal is selected.

• Using the OSD menu

1. Press MENU and then press / until the System Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Input Source and press ENTER. The source selection bar displays.

3. Press / repeatedly until your desired signal is selected and press ENTER.

Once detected, the selected source information will display on the screen for seconds. If there are multiple pieces of equipment connected to the projector, you can go back to the source selection bar again to search for other signals.

• If you want the projector to automatically search for the signals, select On in the System Setup > Auto Source Search menu.

• If you want to use the PIP function, see "Displaying more than one

image source simultaneously" on page 35 for details.

Fine-tuning the image size and clarity

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Using the menus

Preset Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness

Contrast

Tint

Sharpness

Reset Picture Settings

Picture -- Basic

S-Video

Cinema

Back

Current input source

Main menu icon

Main menu

Sub-menu

Highlight

Press EXIT to go back to the previous page or to exit.

Status

Color

Flesh Tone 3

Preset Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness Contrast

Tint Sharpness

Reset Picture Settings

Picture -- Basic

S-Video

Cinema

Back

Color

50 50 50

Flesh Tone

Language

Splash Screen Projector Position Auto Off

Sleep Timer

Menu Settings Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

Back

Disable Disable

Off

Front Table

Language

Splash Screen Projector Position Auto Off Sleep Timer

Menu Settings Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

Back

Disable Disable

Off

Front Table

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

Below is the overview of the OSD menu.

To use the OSD menus, please set the OSD menu to your familiar language.

1. Press MENU on the projector or remote control to turn the OSD menu on.

2. Use / to highlight the System Setup menu.

3. Press to highlight Language and press / to select a preferred language.

4. Press MENU once or 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.

Securing the projector

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 projector. See item 17 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.

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Utilizing the password function

Lamp Settings

HDMI Settings

Test Pattern High Altitude Mode

Password

Key Lock Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

Back

S-Video

ENTER

Off

Input New Password

Password

Change Password

Power On Lock

Back

ISF

Baud Rate

115200

ENTER

Off

Password Error

Please try again.

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. Once the password is set and this function is selected, the projector is password-protected. Users who do not know the correct password can not use the projector.

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 activated, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started.

1. Press MENU on the projector or remote control and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Password and press ENTER. The Password

page displays.

3. Highlight Change Password and press ENTER. The Input

Password page displays.

4. As the picture indicates, the four arrow keys ( , , , )

respectively represent 4 digits (1, 2, 3, 4). According to the password you desire to set, press the arrow keys on the remote control or projector to enter six digits for the password. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password. Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns to the Password page.

IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display 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: __ __ __ __ __ __

5. Highlight Power On Lock and then press / to select On.

6. Confirm the current password.

7. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU.

If you forget the password

If the password function is activated, you will be asked to enter the sixdigit password every time you turn on the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the password error message as pictured to the right displays lasting for three seconds, and the Input Password page 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 24 for details.

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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

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

Recall cod e:

XXX XXX XXX XXX

RECALL PASSWORD

Back

Password

Change Password

Power On Lock

Off

Back

ENTER

1. Make sure the Input Password page displays on screen. Press and

hold EXIT 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. Press MENU on the projector or remote control and then press / until the Advanced Setup

menu is highlighted.

2. Press / to highlight Password and press ENTER. The Password page displays.

3. Highlight Change Password and press ENTER. The Input Current Password page displays.

4. Enter the old password.

• If the password is correct, the message "Input New Password" displays.

• If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three seconds, and the message "Input Current Password" displays for your retry. You can either press MENU to cancel the change or try another password.

5. Enter a new password.

Password: __ __ __ __ __ __ Keep this manual in a safe place.

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

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

8. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU.

Disabling the password function

To disable password protection, go back to the Advanced Setup > Password > Password menu. Highlight Pow e r On Lock and then press / to select Off. The message "Input Current Password" displays. Enter the current password.

• If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the

Password page with "Off" shown in the row of Powe r On Lock. You will not have to enter the password next time when

turning on the projector.

Note that 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.

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Adjusting the projected image

Aspect Ratio

Keystone

Position Overscan Adjustment PIP PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Display

Back

ENTER

Keystone

Back

Anamorphic

Frame Interpolation 3D

Low

Press

/ .

Press

/ .

Adjusting the projection angle

There are four adjuster feet on the bottom of the projector. These can be used if necessary to change the projection angle. Screw the feet in or out as appropriate to aim and level the projection angle.

If the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes vertical trapezoidal. To correct this problem, see "Correcting picture distortion"

on page 25 for details.

Correcting picture distortion

Keystoning occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen and is where the projected picture displays visible as a trapezoid shape like either of the following:

• Two parallel sides (left and right, or top and bottom) but is noticeably wider on either side.

• No parallel sides.

To correct the picture’s shape, you can perform the following steps.

1. Adjust the projection angle. Move the projector to be in front of the center of the screen with the center of the lens level with the screen.

2. If the picture is stilled distorted, or the projector is unable to be positioned as described above, you will need to manually correct the picture.

• Using the remote control or projector

i. Press one of the Arrow/Keystone keys on the remote control or

projector (Up / , Down / ) to display the Keystone page.

ii. See step iii below for further operation.

• Using the OSD menu

i. Press MENU and then press / until the Display menu is

highlighted.

ii. Press to highlight Keystone and press ENTER. The

keystone correction page displays.

iii. Press the key whose keystone icon is opposite to the shape of

the projected picture. Continue pressing the same key or press the other keys until you are satisfied with the shape. The values on the lower portion of the page change while pressing. When the values reach their maximum or minimum with repeated key presses, the picture’s shape will stop changing. You will not be able to change the picture further in that direction.

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Using the preset and user modes

Preset Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness Contrast

Tint Sharpness

Reset Picture Settings

Picture -- Basic

S-Video

Cinema

Back

Color

Flesh Tone

Selecting a preset mode

The projector is preset with several pre-defined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type.

To select a picture mode that suits your need:

• Using the remote control

1. Press PRESET MODE repeatedly or USER 1, USER 2/ISF NIGHT, USER 3/ISF DAY, DEFAULT on the remote control, or PRESET MODE on the projector repeatedly until your desired

mode is selected.

• Using the OSD menu

1. Press MENU and then press / until the Picture -- Basic menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Preset Mode.

3. Press / until your desired mode is selected.

These modes consist of preset values suitable for various projection situations as described below:

• Cinema: With well-balanced color saturation and contrast with a low brightness level, this is most suitable for enjoying movies in a totally dark environment (as you would find in a commercial cinema).

• Dynamic: 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.

• Standard: It is slightly brighter than Cinema mode, and suitable for use in rooms where there is a small amount of ambient light.

• User 1/User 2/User 3: Recalls the customized settings. See "Setting the User 1/User 2/User 3

mode" on page 27 for details.

Fine-tuning the selected picture mode

The pre-defined picture mode settings can be altered via the available items shown in the Picture --

Basic and Picture -- Advanced menus.

To fine-tune the picture mode:

1. Press MENU and then press / until the Picture -- Basic or Picture -- Advanced menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight the item you want to adjust and press / to set your desired value. Your selection is automatically stored in the projector and associated with that input source.

See "Fine-tuning the picture quality" on page 28 and "Advanced picture quality controls" on page 29 for details.

Each time you change the picture mode, the projector also changes the setting to the one which was last set for that particular picture mode on that particular input. If you change the input source, the most recently used picture mode and settings for that input and resolution will be restored.

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Setting the User 1/User 2/User 3 mode

Preset Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness Contrast

Tint Sharpness

Reset Picture Settings

Picture -- Basic

S-Video

User 1

Back

ENTER

Back

Load Settings From

Cinema

Dynamic Standard User 1

User 2 User 3

Color

Flesh Tone

ISF Night

ISF Day

There are three 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 selected User mode) as a starting point and customize the settings.

1. In the Picture -- Basic menu, highlight Preset Mode and press /

to select User 1, User 2, or User 3 mode.

2. Press to highlight Load Settings From.

This function is only available when User 1, User 2, or User 3

mode is selected up in the Preset Mode sub-menu item.

3. Press ENTER to display the Load Settings From page.

4. Press to highlight a picture mode that is closest to your need and press ENTER and EXIT.

5. Press to select a sub-menu item to be changed and adjust the value with / . See "Fine-tuning the picture quality" on page 28 and

"Advanced picture quality controls" on page 29 for details.

6. When all settings have been done, press MENU to save and leave the settings.

Resetting the picture mode

All of the adjustments you’ve done in the Picture -- Basic and Picture -- Advanced menus can be returned to the factory preset values with a key press on the highlight of Reset.

To reset the picture mode to the preset factory values:

1. In the Picture -- Basic menu, highlight Preset Mode and press / to select the picture mode (including User 1, User 2, or User 3) you want to reset.

2. Press to highlight Reset Picture Settings and press ENTER. The confirmation message displays.

3. Press / to highlight Reset and press ENTER. The picture mode will return to the factory preset settings.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 if you want to reset other picture modes.

Do not to be confused with the Reset Picture Settings function here with the Reset All Settings in the Advanced Setup menu. The Reset All Settings function returns most of the settings to the factory preset values system wide. See "Reset All Settings" on page 43 for details.

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Fine-tuning the picture quality

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No matter what picture mode you have selected, you are able to fine-tune those settings to fit every presentation purpose. Those adjustments will be saved to the preset mode you are at when you exit the OSD menu.

Adjusting Brightness

Highlight Brightness in the Picture -- Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

The higher the value, the brighter the picture. And the lower the setting, the darker the picture. Adjust this control so the black areas of the picture appear just as black and that detail in the dark areas is visible.

Adjusting Contrast

Highlight Contrast in the Picture -- Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

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

Highlight Color in the Picture -- Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

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Lower setting produces less saturated colors; setting to the minimum value makes the image black and white. If the setting is too high, colors on the image will be overpowering, which makes the image unrealistic.

Adjusting Tint

Highlight Tint and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

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

This function is not available when the Preset Mode is ISF Night or ISF Day.

Adjusting Sharpness

Highlight Sharpness and adjust the values by pressing /

on the projector or remote control.

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

Adjusting Flesh Tone

This function adjusts accurate color primaries resulting in natural looking flesh tones with excellent color saturation.

Highlight Flesh Tone in the Picture -- Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

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The higher the value, the more reddish the flesh tones in the picture become. The lower the value, the

Black Level

Clarity Control Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

Back

Normal Color Temperature Fine Tuning Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

Dynamic Black

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode

Off Off

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

Back

Normal Color Temperature Fine Tuning Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

ENTER

Clarity Control

Noise Reduction

Detail Enhancement

2.4

Back

Dynamic Black

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode

Off Off

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

Back

Normal

Color Temperature Fine Tuning Gamma Selection

Color Management

2.4

Brilliant Color

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode

Off

more greenish the flesh tones in the picture become.

The Brightness, Color, Contrast, Tint functions can also be accessible by pressing BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, CONTRAST, TINT on the remote control to display the adjustment bar and then you can press /

to adjust the values.

Advanced picture quality controls

There are more advanced functions in the Picture -- Advanced menu to be adjusted to your preference. To save the settings, just press MENU to leave the OSD menu.

Setting Black Level

Highlight Black Level and press / on the projector or remote control to select 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE.

The grayscale video signal is measured in IRE units. In some areas which use NTSC TV standard, the grayscale is measured from 7.5 IRE (black) to 100 IRE (white); however, in other areas where PAL equipment or Japanese NTSC standards are used, the grayscale is measured from 0 IRE (black) to 100 IRE (white). We suggest that you check the input source to see if it is with 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE, then select accordingly.

Controlling image clarity

You may have static or noisy projected pictures.

To achieve better picture clarity:

1. Highlight Clarity Control and press ENTER on the projector or

2. Press / to select the item you want to adjust and press / to

Selecting a color temperature*

Highlight Color Temperature and select a preferred setting by pressing

There are several color temperature settings available.

1. Lamp Native: With the lamp’s original color temperature and higher

2. Warm: Makes pictures appear reddish white.

3. Normal: Maintains normal colorings for white.

4. Cool: Makes pictures appear bluish white.

remote control to display the Clarity Control page.

set the desired value.

• Noise Reduction: Reduces electrical image noise caused by different media players. The higher the setting, the less the noise.

• Detail Enhancement: Sharpens the image. The higher the setting, the more details the image reveals.

/ on the projector or remote control.

brightness. This setting is suitable for environments where high brightness is required, such as projecting pictures in well lit rooms.

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*About color temperatures:

Color Temperature Fine Tuning

Red Gain

Back

Green Gain Blue Gain

Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset

50 256 256 256

Black Level

Clarity Contr ol Color Temperatu re

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

Back

Normal Color Temperature Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode

High Brightness

Low Contrast

Low Brightness

High Contrast

1.6

1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.8

Black Level

Clarity Control Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

Back

Normal Color Temperature Fine Tuning Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode

On On

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.

Setting a preferred color temperature

To set a preferred color temperature:

1. Highlight Color Temperature and select Lamp Native, Warm, Normal or Cool by pressing / on the projector or remote

control.

2. Press to highlight Color Temperature Fine Tuning and press ENTER. The Color Temperature Fine Tuning page displays.

3. Press / to highlight the item you want to change and adjust the values by pressing / .

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

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

4. To save and leave the settings, press MENU once or EXIT twice.

Selecting a Gamma setting

Highlight Gamma Selection and select a preferred setting by pressing

/ on the projector or remote control.

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

• Gamma 1.6/1.8/2.0/BenQ Select these values according to your preference.

• Gamma 2.2 Increases the average brightness of the picture. Best for a lit

environment, meeting room or family room.

• Gamma 2.4/2.5 Best for viewing movies in a darkened environment.

• Gamma 2.6/2.8 Best for viewing movies which are mostly composed of dark scenes.

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. When set to "Off", Brilliant Color is disabled.

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Color Management

Black Level

Clarity Control Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

Back

Normal Color Temperature Fine Tuning Gamma Selection

Color Management

2.4

Color Management

Primary Color

Hue

Saturation

Red

ENTER

Back

Brilliant Color On

Dynamic Black

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode

Red

Yellow

Green

Cyan

Magenta

Blue

Gain

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 to favorite colors. When you select each color, you can independently adjust its color range and saturation according to your preference.

To adjust and store the settings:

1. In the Picture -- Advanced menu, highlight Color Management

2. Highlight Primary Color and press / to select a color from

3. Press to highlight Hue and press /

4. Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by

5. Press to highlight Saturation and adjust its values to your

6. To leave and save the settings, press MENU once or EXIT twice.

and press ENTER. The Color Management page displays.

among Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow.

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 is selected. Increasing its range will include both the red color close to yellow and red color close to magenta.

pressing / . The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately.

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.

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Setting Film Mode

Black Level

Clarity Control Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

Back

Normal Color Temperature Fine Tuning Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

Dynamic Black

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode

Black Level

Clarity Control Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

Back

Normal Color Temperature Fine Tuning Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode

Aspect Ratio

Keystone Position Overscan Adjustment

PIP

PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Display

Back

Anamorphic

Frame Interpolation 3D

16:9 picture

4:3 picture

This feature helps improve picture quality when projecting video image from a film-sourced DVD or Blu-ray Disc.

Setting 3D Comb Filter

This feature separates composite signal to Y (brightness) signal and C (color) signal, and can help produce clearer and sharper images with correct colors in place.

This function is only available when a Video signal is selected.

Selecting the aspect ratio

The "aspect ratio" is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Digital TV is usually in 16:9 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and most analog TV signals and DVDs are in 4:3 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 source. Images can be stretched in a linear manner so the whole of the image is stretched equally, or non-linearly, which distorts the image.

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

• Using the remote control

Press one of the aspect ratio keys to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements.

• Using the OSD menu

1. Press MENU and then press / until the Display menu is

2. Press to highlight Aspect Ratio.

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

About the aspect ratio

1. Anamorphic (ANA): Scales an image so that it is displayed in the

2. 4:3: Scales a picture so that it is displayed in the center of the screen

highlighted.

signal and your display requirements.

center of the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This setting stretches and resizes linearly, except that it treats the vertical and horizontal dimensions independently. It stretches the height of the source image until it reaches the full projected height, and stretches the width of the source image until it reaches the full projected width. This may alter the projected aspect, depending upon the original aspect of the source image. Anamorphic is most suitable for images which are already in a 16:9 aspect, like high definition TV, as it displays them without aspect alteration.

with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for 4:3 pictures like computer monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration.

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3. Letter Box (LB): Scales a picture to fit the projector’s native

16:9 picture

Letter Box format picture

4:3 picture

2.35:1 aspect ratio image

2.35:1 aspect ratio image using the entire resolution of the 16:9 display

2.35:1 aspect ratio image in a 2.35:1 display area

Pressing LB on

the remote

control

Using Panamorph

lens

resolution in its horizontal width and resize the picture’s height to the 3/4 of the projection width. This may produce a picture greater in height than can be displayed, so part of the picture is lost (not displayed) along the top and bottom edges of the projection. This is suitable for the display of movies which are presented in letter box format (with black bars on the top and bottom).

4. Wide: Stretches the picture horizontally in a non-linear manner, that is, the edges of the picture are stretched more than the center of the picture to prevent distortion of the central part of the picture. This is suitable for occasions where you want to stretch the width of a 4:3 aspect picture to the width of a 16:9 aspect screen. It does not alter the height. Some widescreen movies have been produced with their width squashed down to the width of a 4:3 aspect, and are best viewed when restretched back to their original width using this setting.

5. Real: This setting displays the image in a one-to-one pixel mapping without alteration or resize in the center of the projection. This is most suitable for use with PC source inputs.

• The black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas.

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

Using Panamorph lenses (optional)

Panamorph lenses allow you to convert 16:9 projectors to the full 2.35:1 aspect ratio of most motion pictures, showing the best movies without letterbox bars at top and bottom of images while increasing resolution by 33% and brightness by 20%.

You may need a 2.35:1 screen to display the 2.35:1 images. For more information, please go to www.panamorph.com or contact the place you purchased the projector.

Connecting with video equipment

Operating in a high altitude environment

We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode by selecting it whenever your environment is higher than 1500m.

Do you want to turn the High Altitude Mode ON?

Yes

WARNING

Lamp Settings

Baud Rate

High Altitude Mode

Password

Key Lock Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

BackS-Video

Off

Test Pattern

ISF

HDMI Settings

115200

Off

We recommend that you activate High Altitude Mode when your environment is higher than 1500 meters (around 4920 feet) above sea level, or whenever the projector will be used for extended periods of time (>10 hours) without shutdown.

To activate High Altitude Mode:

1. Press MENU and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight High Altitude Mode.

3. Press / to select On. A confirmation message displays.

4. Highlight Yes and press 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.

Connecting with video equipment

Displaying more than one image source

PIP

Main Source PIP Source Active Window Position Size

Main

Top-Right

Large

Back

ENTER

Aspect Ratio Keystone Position Overscan Adjustment

PIP

PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Display

Back

Anamorphic

Frame Interpolation 3D

Low

simultaneously

Your projector is capable of displaying pictures simultaneously from two input sources, which can be used to enhance your presentation in an interesting way. Ensure the signals you want to display are correctly connected to the projector.

To display the PIP window:

• Using the remote control

Press PIP to display the PIP page and make adjustments by following the steps starting from step 3 in the section "Using the OSD menu" below.

When the PIP window is on, to change the PIP window size, press SIZE repeatedly until a desired size is selected.

When the PIP window is on, to change the PIP window position, press POSITION repeatedly until a desired position is selected.

When the PIP window is on, to highlight one of the sources to make adjustments, press ACTIVE repeatedly until the source is selected.

• Using the OSD menu

1. Press MENU and then press / until the Display menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight PIP and press ENTER. The PIP page displays.

3. Highlight PIP and press / to select On.

The projector will select two currently active signals to display and the last viewed picture will be displayed on the big screen as a main source.

The PIP function is effective at below source combinations.

Source 2

Source 1 CVBS S-Video

HDMI 1/2 V V

Component 1/2 V V

4. To change the Main Source or PIP Source, press to highlight Main Source or PIP Source and press ENTER. The source

PC V V

selection bar displays.

5. Use / to highlight the source you want to display for the main

6. To make OSD settings to one of the two sources (main or second),

(bigger) or second (smaller) window, and press ENTER to save the setting and go back to the PIP page.

highlight Active Window and press / to select the source you want to make adjustments.

The settings made on the OSD menus will only take effect on the active window. The following

OSD menu function cannot work on the active windows for the PIP: Auto Source Search.

7. To change the position of the smaller picture, highlight Positi on and press / repeatedly until a suitable position is selected.

8. To resize the small picture, highlight Size and press / to set the PIP size among Small or Large.

9. To save the settings and leave the OSD menu, press MENU once or EXIT repeatedly until the menu disappears.

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ENTER

Aspect Ratio Keystone

Position

Overscan Adjustment

PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Display

Back

HDMI 1

Anamorphic

Frame Interpolation

Low

PIP

3D Format

3D Sync Invert

Disable

Back

3D Mode Auto

Frame Sequential

Watching 3D content

Your BenQ projector supports playing three-dimensional (3D) content transferred through HDMI.

Connecting 3D video devices

• PlayStation games

i. Make sure you have updated your console to the latest software version in PlayStation 3. ii. Insert the 3D game disc. Or you can download games via the PlayStation network. iii. Launch the game and select Play in 3D in the in-game menu.

• Blu-ray 3D player i. Make sure your player supports 3D Blu-ray Disc and that 3D output is activated.

ii. Play the 3D Blu-ray Disc.

• 3D TV (e.g. SKY 3D, DirecTV) i. Contact your TV service provider to enable 3D channels on your channel package.

ii. Switch to the 3D channel.

• 3D Devices (e.g. 3D DV/DC)

Turn on the 3D device and project the 3D content.

To view the 3D video correctly, make sure Auto is selected in the Display > 3D > 3D Mode menu. If 3D

content still cannot be shown correctly, select On in the Display > 3D > 3D Mode menu, and then go to the Display > 3D > 3D Format menu and select the supported format.

After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector using the HDMI cable, make sure the power of BenQ 3D glasses is on. Wear the BenQ 3D glasses, and then enjoy your 3D experience!

Using the 3D menus

1. Press the MENU and go to the Display > 3D menu and press

ENTER. Or you can press the 3D button on the remote control.

2. Highlight 3D Mode and press / to select Auto or On. The

projector automatically detects the format of the video when selecting Auto. When selecting On, you need to base on the 3D format of the video to make an appropriate setting in the 3D Format menu.

3. Press / to highlight 3D Sync Invert and press / to select

Invert to switch between the image for the left eye and the right eye for the more natural viewing. You can also toggle this function between Invert and Disable by pressing INVERT on the remote control.

• Use corrective glasses or other such methods to correct your eyesight

if you suffer from myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, or have eyesight differences between the left and right eyes before putting on the 3D Glasses to watch the 3D content.

• When the projector starts to project the 3D images, the image may

seem misplaced, however, this is not a product malfunction.

• Take appropriate breaks when watching 3D content.

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

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

height of the screen when watching 3D content.

• Children and people with a history of oversensitivity to light, heart problems, or have any other existing

medical condition should be refrained from watching 3D content.

Personalizing the projector menu display

Connecting with video equipment

The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The following settings do

Lamp Settings

Test Pattern

High Altitude Mode

Password

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

Back

S-Video

Off

HDMI Settings

ISF

Baud Rate

115200

Press butto n again to power off.

Power Off

Press any other key to cancel

not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance.

• Menu Display Time in the System Setup > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time the

OSD will remain active after your last key press. Use / to select a suitable time length.

• Menu Position in the System Setup > Menu Settings menu sets the OSD position in five

locations. Use / to select a preferred position.

• Language in the System Setup menu sets your familiar language for the On-Screen (OSD) Menus.

See "Using the menus" on page 22 for details.

• Splash Screen in the System Setup menu sets a preferred logo screen to be displayed during

projector start-up.

Locking control keys

With the control keys on the remote control and projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When Key Lock is on, no control keys on the remote control and projector will operate except POWER ON/OFF and .

To lock the keys:

1. Press MENU and then press / until the Advanced Setup

menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Key Lock , and press / to select On. A

warning message appears. Select Yes and press ENTER. The control keys lock.

To unlock the keys, press and hold on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds.

Turning the projector off

To turn the projector off, press POWER OFF on the remote

control to turn the projector off directly. Or you can press on

the projector and a warning message appears. Press again.

• The Power indicator light flashes orange and the fans run for

about two minutes to cool the lamp. The projector will not respond to any commands until the cooling process is complete.

• Then, the Power indicator light is a steady orange once the

cooling process has finished and fans stop.

• If the projector will not be used for an extended period, unplug

the power cable from the power outlet.

• To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any

commands during the cooling process.

Actual lamp life may vary due to different environmental conditions and usage.

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On-Screen Display (OSD) menus

On-Screen Display (OSD) structure

Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected.

Main menu Sub-menu Options

Preset Mode Cinema/Dynamic/Standard/User 1/User 2/User 3

Load Settings From

Brightness 0–100

Picture -Basic

Picture -Advanced

Display

Contrast 0–100

Color 0–100

Tint 0–100

Sharpness 0–15

Flesh Tone 0–5

Reset Picture Settings

Black Level 0 IRE/7.5 IRE

Clarity Control

Color Temperature Normal/Cool/Lamp Native/Warm

Color Temperature Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection 1.6/1.8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.5/2.6/2.8/BenQ

Brilliant Color On/Off

Color Management

Film Mode On/Off

3D Comb Filter On/Off

Dynamic Black On/Off

Aspect Ratio Anamorphic/4:3/Letter Box/Wide/Real

Keystone

Pos iti on

Overscan Adjustment 0/1/2/3

PIP

PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Noise Reduction 0–31

Detail Enhancement 0–15

Red Gain 0–100

Green Gain 0–100

Blue Gain 0–100

Red Offset 0–511

Green Offset 0–511

Blue Offset 0–511

Primary Color Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow

Hue 0–100

Gain 0–100

Saturation 0–100

PIP On/Off

Main Source

PIP Source

Active Window Main/PIP

Pos iti on

Size Large/Small

H.Size 0–200

Phase 0–100

Auto

HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video/S-Video/Component 1/Component 2/PC

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

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Display

System Setup

Advanced Setup

Information

Frame Interpolation

3D Mode Auto/Off/On

Language

Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue

Projector Position

Auto Off

Sleep Timer

Menu Settings

Input Source

Auto Source Search On/Off

Lamp Settings

HDMI Settings HDMI Format

Baud Rate 2400/4800/9600/19200/38400/57600/115200

Test Pattern

High Altitude Mode On/Off

Password

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

ISF (inputs current password)

Source

Preset Mode

Resolution

Equivalent Lamp Hour

Firmware Version

3D Format

3D Sync Invert Disable/Invert

Menu Display Time

Menu Position

Lamp Power Normal/Economic

Reset Lamp Timer

Equivalent Lamp Hour

Change Password

Power On Lock On/Off (inputs current password)

Off/Low/Middle/High

Frame Sequential/Frame Packing/TopBottom/Side-by-Side

Front Table/Front Ceiling/Rear Table/Rear Ceiling

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

Disable/30 min/60 min/90 min/120 min/150 min/180 min

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

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

HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video/S-Video/Component 1/Component 2/PC

Auto

PC Signal

Video Signal

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.

Connecting with video equipment

Picture -- Basic menu

Function Description

Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector

Preset Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Flesh Tone

Reset Picture Settings

picture set-up to suit your program type. See "Selecting a preset mode" on

page 26 for details.

Selects a preset mode that most suits your need for the picture quality and further fine-tune the picture based on the selections listed below. See "Setting

the User 1/User 2/User 3 mode" on page 27 for details.

Adjusts the brightness of the picture. See "Adjusting Brightness" on page 28 for details.

Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the picture. See

"Adjusting Contrast" on page 28 for details.

Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video picture. See "Adjusting Color" on page 28 for details.

Adjusts the red and green color tones of the picture. See "Adjusting Tint" on

page 28 for details.

Adjusts the picture to make it look sharper or softer. See "Adjusting Sharpness"

on page 28 for details.

See "Adjusting Flesh Tone" on page 28 for details.

Returns all settings in the Picture -- Basic and Picture -- Advanced menus to the factory preset values. See "Resetting the picture mode" on page 27 for details.

Picture -- Advanced menu

Function Description

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Color Temperature Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Brilliant Color

Color Management

Film Mode

3D Comb Filter

Dynamic Black

Sets the picture grayscale as 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE. See "Setting Black Level" on

page 29 for details.

Adjusts the picture clarity. See "Controlling image clarity" on page 29 for details.

There are several color temperature settings available. See "Selecting a color

temperature*" on page 29 for details.

See "Setting a preferred color temperature" on page 30 for details.

See "Selecting a Gamma setting" on page 30 for details.

See "Adjusting Brilliant Color" on page 30 for details.

See "Color Management" on page 31 for details.

See "Setting Film Mode" on page 32 for details.

See "Setting 3D Comb Filter" on page 32 for details.

Automatically changes the black level of the projected pictures to enhance the effect of contrast ratio.

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Display menu

Function Description

Aspect Ratio

Keystone

Position

Overscan Adjustment

PIP

PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Frame Interpolation

There are several options to set the picture’s aspect ratio depending on your input source. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 32 for details.

Corrects any keystoning of the picture. See "Correcting picture distortion" on

page 25 for details.

Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected picture, 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 the Component 1, Component 2, or PC signal is selected.

Conceals the poor picture quality in the four edges. You can also manually press

/ to decide how much to be concealed. Setting 0 means the picture is 100% displayed. The greater the value, the more portion of the picture is concealed while the screen remains filled and geometrically accurate.

Turns the PIP window on or off and makes related adjustments. See "Displaying

more than one image source simultaneously" on page 35 for details.

H.Size Adjusts the horizontal width of the picture.

Phase

Adjusts the clock phase to reduce picture distortion.

Auto

Adjusts the phase, and frequency automatically

These functions are only available when the Component 1, Component 2, or PC signal is selected.

Enhances picture smoothness and clarity using motion estimation/motion compensation technology. You can also manually press / to decide its

degree.

3D Mode

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 Mode function is enabled:

• The brightness level of the projected image will decrease.

• The Preset Mode cannot be adjusted.

• The Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees.

3D Format

Adjusts the 3D format of the video.

This function is only available when On is selected in the 3D Mode menu.

3D Sync Invert

When you 3D image is distorted, you can enable this function to switch between the image for the left eye and the right eye for the more comfortable 3D viewing experience. See "Watching 3D content" on page 36 for details.

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System Setup menu

Function Description

Language

Splash Screen

Projector Position

Auto Off

Sleep Timer

Menu Settings

Input Source

Auto Source Search

Advanced Setup menu

Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using the

menus" on page 22 for details.

Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-up. You can choose BenQ logo screen, Blue screen or Black screen.

The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 12 for details.

Prevents unnecessary projection when no signal is detected for a long time. See

"Setting Auto Off" on page 45 for details.

Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between 30 minutes and 3 hours.

Menu Display Time

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

Menu Position

Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position. Selects an input source to be projected. See "Selecting an input source" on

page 21 for details.

Sets whether the projector searches automatically for input sources. If the source scan is On, the projector will scan for input sources until it acquires a signal. If the function is not activated, the projector selects the last used input source.

Function Description

Lamp Settings

HDMI Settings

Baud Rate

Te s t P a t t er n

High Altitude Mode

Lamp Power Selects the projector lamp power between Normal and Economic modes. Reset Lamp Timer

Once the lamp is renewed, select Reset to return the lamp timer to "0". See

"Resetting the lamp timer" on page 48 for details.

Equivalent Lamp Hour

Shows the lamp hour information. See "Getting to know the lamp hour" on

page 45 for details.

Selects an input source type for the HDMI signal. You can also manually select the source type. The different source types carry different standards for the brightness level.

This function is only available when the HDMI signal is selected.

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

Press ENTER to display the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free of distortion.

The function is only available when the projector detects no input signal.

A mode for operation in areas like high altitude or high temperature. See

"Operating in a high altitude environment" on page 34 for details.

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Change Password

You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one.

Password

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

ISF

See "Utilizing the password function" on page 23 for details.

Power On L o c k

Limits use of the projector to only those who know the correct password. See

"Utilizing the password function" on page 23 for details.

See "Locking control keys" on page 37 for details.

Returns all settings to the factory preset values.

The following settings will still remain: Keystone, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude Mode, Password, Key Lock, and ISF.

The ISF calibration menu is password protected and only accessible by authorized ISF calibrators. The ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) has developed carefully crafted, industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal picture quality from BenQ video display devices. Accordingly, we recommend that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician.

For more information, please go to www.imagingscience.com or contact the place you purchased the projector.

Information menu

This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.

Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen.

Function Description

Source

Preset Mode

Resolution

Equivalent Lamp Hour

Firmware Version

Shows the current signal source.

Shows the selected mode in the Picture -- Basic > Preset Mode menu.

Shows the native resolution of the input source.

Shows the total lamp time used.

Shows the firmware version of your projector.

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Additional information

Care of the projector

Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you have to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer or local customer service center if the projector fails to operate as expected.

Cleaning the lens

Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Before you attempt to clean the lens, turn the projector off, unplug the power cable, and leave it several minutes to cool completely.

1. Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. (Available from building hardware or photographic suppliers.)

2. If there is stubborn dirt or smudge marks, use a proper photographic lens brush or moisten a clean soft lens cloth with lens cleaner to gently wipe the lens surface.

3. Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to the projector surface and cabinet material.

Never touch the lens with your finger or rub the lens with abrasive materials. Even paper towels can damage the lens coating. Only ever use a proper photographic lens brush, cloth, and cleaning solution. Do not attempt to clean the lens while the projector is switched on or is still hot from previous use.

Cleaning the projector case

Before you attempt to clean the case, turn the projector off, unplug the power cable, and leave it several minutes to cool completely.

1. To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

2. To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral 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:

1. Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector. Please refer to the Spec. page in this manual or consult your dealer about the range.

2. Retract the adjuster feet.

3. Remove the batteries from the remote control.

4. 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.

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Lamp information

Lamp Settings

Test Pattern

High Altitude Mode

Password Key Lock Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

Back

S-Video

ENTER

Off

Lamp Settings

Lamp Power

Equivalent Lamp Hour

Back

Reset Lamp Timer

Economic

HDMI Settings

ISF

Baud Rate 115200

Off

Language

Splash Screen Projector Position

Auto Off

Sleep Timer Menu Settings Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

Back

Disable

Front Table

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:

Equivalent lamp hour = 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 3/2 (hours used in Normal mode)

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

To obtain the lamp hour information:

1. Press MENU and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER. The Lamp Settings page displays.

3. The lamp hour information is shown in the row of Equivalent Lamp Hour.

4. To leave the menu, press MENU.

Extending lamp life

The projection lamp is a consumable item. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menu.

• Setting Lamp Power as Economic

Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption. 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 life. To set Economic mode, go to the

Advanced Setup > Lamp Settings > Lamp Power menu and press / .

• Setting Auto Off

This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected after a set period of time.

To s e t Auto Off, go to the System Setup > Auto Off menu and press

/ to select a time period. 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.

Connecting with video equipment

Timing of replacing the lamp

NOTICE: Order replacement lamp

Lamp > XXXX hrs

Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

WARNING

NOTICE: Replace lamp soon

Lamp > XXXX hrs

Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

WARNING

NOTICE: Replace lamp now Lamp > XXXX hrs

Lamp-usage time exceeded Replace lamp (refer to User’s Manual) then reset lamp timer. Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

WARNING

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. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See "Indicators" on page 49 for details.

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

Status Message

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 45), you may continue to operate the projector

until the next hour lamp warning appears.

Press ENTER to dismiss the message.

It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this stage. 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.

Press ENTER to dismiss the message.

"XXXX" shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models.

Replacing the lamp

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cable

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

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the lens, do not

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

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

Press ENTER to dismiss the message.

before changing the lamp.

lamp.

lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.

touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.

proper manner.

Connecting with video equipment

1. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. Turn off all connected equipment and disconnect all other cables. See "Turning the projector off" on

page 37 for details.

2. Slightly lift the projector up. Loosen the screws on the lamp cover (located on the left side).

3. Remove the lamp cover.

Notes

• Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector. To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered.

• Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, near or above heat sources, or near flammable materials.

• Do not insert your hand into the projector when the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical components inside, it could cause blurred images.

6. Insert the replacement lamp. Make sure it is

pushed fully and firmly in place.

7. Tighten the screws securing the lamp box.

8. Ensure the handle is fully locked in place.

4. Loosen the screws that hold the lamp to the projector. If the screws are not loosened completely, they could injure your fingers.

5. Lift the handle so that it is perpendicular to the lamp. Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector.

Notes

• Please be careful to not over-tighten the screws.

• Loose screws may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction.

9. Re-install the lamp cover.

10. Tighten the screws on the lamp cover.

11. Reapply power and turn the projector back

on.

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Resetting the lamp timer

Lamp Settings

HDMI Settings

High Altitude Mode

Password Key Lock Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

Back

S-Video

ENTER

Off

Lamp Settings

Lamp Power

Equivalent Lamp Hour

ENTER

Back

Reset Lamp Timer

Reset Lamp Timer?

Reset Cancel

Reset Lamp Timer

Normal

Test Pattern

ISF

Baud Rate

115200

Off

Do not reset the lamp timer if the lamp has not been replaced as this could cause damage.

1. After the start-up logo, press MENU and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER. The Lamp Settings page displays.

3. Highlight Reset Lamp Timer and press ENTER. A warning message displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press ENTER. The lamp time will be reset to "0".

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Indicators

There are three indicators which show the status of the projector. Check the following for information about the indicator lights. If there is anything wrong, turn the projector off and contact your dealer.

When the projector is in a normal state

Power Te m p Lamp Status & Description

Orange Off Off

Green

Flashing

Green Off Off

Orange

Flashing

Off Off

When the projector is in an abnormal state

Power Te m p Lamp Status & Description

Off Off Red

Orange Off Red

Off Red Off

Off Red Red

Off Red Green

Off Red Orange

Off Green Red

Off Green Orange

Off Orange Red

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

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 lamp has been damaged. Please contact your local BenQ customer center for purchasing a new lamp.

• The lamp is not properly attached.

• The lamp has been damaged. Please contact your local BenQ customer center for purchasing a new lamp.

The fans are not working.

Fan sensors error Fans do not rotate during powering up.

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

Thermal condition error

The internal temperature is too high.

• The intake ventilation or the exhaust ventilation is blocked.

• The projector may be in a poorly ventilated location.

• The ambient temperature may be too high.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Remedy

Plug the power cable into the AC inlet on the rear of the projector, and plug the power cable into to the power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on. (See page 20.)

Wait until the cooling down process has completed.

Correctly attach the lamp cover. (See page

46.)

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

17.)

Check the connection. (See page 17.)

Select the correct input source with the Source keys on the remote control or SOURCE on the projector. (See page 21.)

Correctly connect the cables to the appropriate terminals. (See page 17.)

Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring. (See page 21.)

Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of this projector if necessary. (See page 25.)

Replace both of the batteries with new ones.

(See page 7.)

Remove the obstacle. (See page 7.)

Stand within 8 meters (26.2 feet) of the projector. (See page 7.)

Correctly set the settings in the 3D menu.

(See page 36.)

Use a 3D Blu-ray Disc and try again.

Select HDMI 1/ HDMI 2 with the Source keys on the remote control or SOURCE on the projector. (See page 21.)

The projector does not turn on.

No picture.

Image is unstable.

Picture is blurred.

Remote control does not work correctly.

3D content does not not display correctly

There is no power from the power cable.

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

The lamp cover is not securely attached.

The video source is not turned on or connected correctly.

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

The input source has not been correctly selected.

The connection cables are not securely connected to the projector or the signal source.

The projection lens is not correctly focused.

The projector and the screen are not aligned properly.

The batteries are out of power.

There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector.

You are too far away from the projector.

The 3D glasses are out of battery. Recharge the 3D glasses.

The settings in the 3D menu are not set correctly.

Your Blu-ray Disc is not in 3D format.

The input source has not been correctly selected.

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Specifications

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Optical

Projection system

DMD chip 0.65" DLP (1920 x 1080) Lens F = 2.48 to 2.81, f = 24.1 to 36.15 mm Projection screen size 28" to 300" Lamp 300W

Single-chip DLP

Electrical

Compatibility PC: 640 x 480 to 1920 x 1200

Video: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, YPbPr (480i/480p/576i/576p), HDTV (720p/1080i/1080p)

Color Space Typ. = 70% NTSC (Target Color Gamut = HDTV Rec. 709)

Terminals

Input Analog RGB: D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1

HDMI (V. 1.4) x 2

system

B/CR, Y/PB/PR) x 1

B/CR, Y/PB/PR) x 1 (shared with RGB

Output

Control

Component Video (Y/C

Component Video (Y/C input)

Composite Video x 1

S-Video x 1 12VDC (Max. 0.5 A)

Serial Connector: RS232 9 pin (male)

Mini B type USB x 1

IR receiver x 2

General characteristics

Projector weight 6.7 kg (14.8 lbs) Power VAC 100-240V, 5.0A, 50-60Hz (Automatic) Power consumption Max. 466W; Standby < 1 W Operating temperature 0 °C to 35 °C at sea level Operating humidity 10% - 90% (without condensation) Operating altitude 0-1499 m at 0°C-35°C

1500-3000 m at 23°C-30°C (with High Altitude Mode on) Storage temperature -20°C- 60°C/-4°F to 140°F Storage humidity 10% - 90%

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Dimensions

Ceiling mount screws: M6 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm)

Unit: mm

428 mm x 317 mm x 145 mm (W x D x H)

428

317

Ceiling mount installation

397.9

106

104 175

364.4124.5

240

145

83.2

92.2

282.2

222.2

128

211.7

424.4

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151.2 173

324.1

Timing chart

Supported timing for PC input

Format Resolution

720 x 400 720x400 70.087 31.469 28.3221

VGA_60 59.940 31.469 25.175

640 x 480

800 x 600

1024 x 768

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_56 56.250 35.156 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

Refresh rate

(Hz)

H. Frequency

(KHz)

Pixel

Frequency

(MHz)

1024 x 576

1024 x 600

1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59.870 47.776 79.5

1280 x 800

1280 x 1024

1280 x 960

1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60 60.015 47.712 85.500

1440 x 900 WXGA+_60 59.887 55.935 106.500

1400 x 1050 SXGA+_60 59.978 65.317 121.750

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Timing

BenQ Notebook

Timing

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

1280 x 960_85 85.002 85.938 148.500

60.0 35.820 46.966

64.995 41.467 51.419

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1600 x 1200 UXGA 60.000 75.000 162.000

1680 x 1050 1680x1050_60 59.954 65.290 146.250

1920 x 1080 1920x1080_60 59.939 / 60 67.432/ 67.5 148.35/ 148.5

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 74.93 60.241 80.000

1152 x 870@75Hz MAC21 75.06 68.68 100.00

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Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input

Format Resolution

VGA_60 59.940 31.469 25.175

640 x 480

720 x 400 720x400 70.087 31.469 28.3221

800 x 600

1024 x 768

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

XGA_120*

(Reduce Blanking)

Refresh rate

(Hz)

119.989 97.551 115.500

H. Frequency

(KHz)

Pixel

Frequency

(MHz)

1024x576

1024x600

1280x720

1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59.870 47.776 79.5

1280 x 800

1280 x 1024

1280 x 960

1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60 60.015 47.712 85.500

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Timing

BenQ Notebook

Timing

1280 x 720_60* 60 45.000 74.250

1280 x 720_120* 120 90.000 148.500

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

1280 x 960_85 85.002 85.938 148.500

60.00 35.820 46.996

64.995 41.467 51.419

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1440 x 900 WXGA+_60 59.887 55.935 106.500

1400X1050 SXGA+_60 59.978 65.317 121.750

1600x1200 UXGA 60.000 75.000 162.000

1680 x 1050 1680x1050_60 59.954 65.290 146.250

1920x1080

640x480@67Hz MAC13 66.667 35.000 30.240

832x624@75Hz MAC16 74.546 49.722 57.280

1024x768@75Hz MAC19 75.020 60.241 80.000

1152x870@75Hz MAC21 75.06 68.68 100.00

*Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Frame Sequential format.

1920x1080_60

(CEA-861)

59.939 / 60

67.432 / 67.5 148.35 / 148.5

Format Resolution Refresh rate (Hz) H. Freq. (KHz) Pixel Freq. (MHz) Aspect

480i 720 (1440) x 480 59.94 15.73 27 16:9

480p 720 x 480 59.94 31.47 27 16:9

576i 720 (1440) x 576 50 15.63 27 16:9

576p 720 x 576 50 31.25 27 16:9

720/50p* 1280 x 720 50 37.5 74.25 16:9

720/59p* 1280 x 720 59.94 44.955 74.175 16:9

720/60p* 1280 x 720 60 45.00 74.25 16:9

1080/23P* 1920 x 1080 23.98 26.973 74.176 16:9

1080/24P* 1920 x 1080 24 27 74.25 16:9

1080/25P 1920 x 1080 25 28.13 74.25 16:9

1080/30P 1920 x 1080 30 33.75 74.25 16:9

1080/50i** 1920 x 1080 50 28.13 74.25 16:9

1080/59i** 1920 x 1080 59.94 33.716 74.175 16:9

1080/60i** 1920 x 1080 60 33.75 74.25 16:9

1080/50P 1920 x 1080 50 56.25 148.5 16:9

1080/60P 1920 x 1080 60 67.5 148.5 16:9

*Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Frame Packing and Top-Bottom format.

**Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Frame Packing and Side-by-Side half format.

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Supported timing for EDTV and HDTV (via Component inputs)

Format Resolution Refresh rate (Hz) H. Freq. (KHz) Pixel Freq. (MHz)

480i 720 x 480 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 13.5

480p 720 x 480 59.94/60 31.469/31.5 13.5

576i 720 x 576 50 15.625 27

576p 720 x 576 50 31.25 27

720/50p 1280 x 720 50 37.5 74.25

720/60p 1280 x 720 59.939/60 44.955/45 74.175/74.25

1080/50i 1920 x 1080 50 28.125 74.25

1080/60i 1920 x 1080 59.939/60 33.716/33.75 74.175/74.25

1080/24P 1920 x 1080 23.976/24 26.973/27 74.175/74.25

1080/25P 1920 x 1080 25 28.125 74.25

1080/30P 1920 x 1080 29.97/30 33.716/33.75 74.175/74.25

1080/50P 1920 x 1080 50 56.25 148.5

1080/60P 1920 x 1080 59.939/60 67.432/67.5 148.35/148.5

Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs

Format Resolution

NTSC 3.58 - 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 3.58

NTSC 4.43 - 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 4.43

PAL-B/G - 50 15.625 4.43

PAL M - 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 3.58

PAL N - 50 15.625 3.58

PAL 60 - 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 4.43

SECAM - 50 15.625 4.25/4.41

Refresh rate

(Hz)

H. Freq. (KHz)

Pixel Freq.

(MHz)

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Warranty and Copyright information

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

a dusty environment

from country to country.

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

. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary

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.

All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

°C and 35°C, altitude lower than 3000 meters, and avoiding to operate the projector in

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 of BenQ Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes.

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Benq W7000, W7000PLUS User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of contents

Important safety instructions

Overview

Shipping contents

Remote control batteries

Remote control operation

Projector features

Projector exterior view

Controls and functions

Control panel

Remote control

Positioning your projector

Choosing a location

Obtaining a preferred projected image size

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

How to determine the recommended screen size for a given distance

Projection dimensions

Shifting the projection lens

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Preparations

Connecting HDMI devices

Connecting component-video devices

Connecting S-Video or video devices

Connecting a computer

Using the projector

Turning the projector on

Selecting an input source

Fine-tuning the image size and clarity

Using the menus

Securing the projector

Using a security cable lock

Utilizing the password function

Adjusting the projected image

Adjusting the projection angle

Correcting picture distortion

Using the preset and user modes

Fine-tuning the picture quality

Advanced picture quality controls

Selecting the aspect ratio

Operating in a high altitude environment

Watching 3D content

Personalizing the projector menu display

Locking control keys

Turning the projector off

On-Screen Display (OSD) menus

Additional information

Care of the projector

Lamp information

Getting to know the lamp hour

Extending lamp life

Timing of replacing the lamp

Replacing the lamp

Indicators

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Warranty and Copyright information