User manual BENQ MP721C

MP721/MP721c Digital Projector Mainstream Series User Manual Welcome Copyright Copyright 2006 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation. Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. *DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are trademarks of Texas Instruments. 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Table of contents Important safety instructions .................................... 1 Introduction ............................................................... 5 Projector features ................................................................. 5 Shipping contents................................................................. 6 Projector exterior view ......................................................... 7 Controls and functions ........................................................ 8 Positioning your projector ...................................... 12 Choosing a location ........................................................... 12 Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the projector 13 Obtaining a preferred projected image size ...................... 14 Connection ............................................................... 17 Wireless connection (optional) ........................................ 17 Cable connection ............................................................... 17 Operation ................................................................. 25 Start up ............................................................................... 25 Utilizing the password function ....................................... 26 Switching input signal ........................................................ 28 Adjusting the projected image .......................................... 28 Selecting the aspect ratio ................................................... 30 Selecting a picture mode .................................................... 31 Hiding the image ................................................................ 32 Creating your own startup screen - MyScreen function . 32 Activating panel key lock .................................................. 34 Setting the presentation timer ........................................... 35 Freezing the image ............................................................. 35 Utilizing FAQ function ...................................................... 36 Shutting down the projector ............................................. 36 Menu operation.................................................................. 37 Maintenance............................................................. 46 Care of the projector ......................................................... 46 Lamp information .............................................................. 47 Table of contents iii Troubleshooting....................................................... 53 Specifications ............................................................ 54 Projector specifications ......................................................54 Timing chart........................................................................55 Dimensions..........................................................................56 Warranty................................................................... 57 Limited warranty ................................................................57 Regulation statements.............................................. 58 FCC statement ....................................................................58 EEC statement ....................................................................58 MIC statement ....................................................................58 WEEE directive ...................................................................58 iv Table of contents Important safety instructions Your BenQ projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product. Safety Instructions 1. Please read this manual before you operate your projector. Save it for future reference. 4. Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is on. 5. 2. Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. The intense light beam may damage your eyes. In some countries, the line voltage is NOT stable. This projector is designed to operate safely within a mains voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC, but could fail if power cuts or surges of ±10 volts occur. In areas where the mains voltage may fluctuate or cut out, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). 3. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. 6. Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the projector is under operation as this could cause the objects to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press BLANK on the projector or remote control. Important safety instructions 1 Safety Instructions (Continued) 7. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. 10. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, sustaining serious damage. 11. 8. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause them to break on rare occasions. Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high voltages inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts. The only user serviceable part is the lamp which has its own removable cover. Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers. Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel. 9. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged. 2 Important safety instructions Safety Instructions (Continued) 12. Do not place this projector in any of the 13. Do not block the ventilation holes. - Do not place this projector on a blanket, following environments. - Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector. - Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as the inside of a car with all windows rolled up. - Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components, shortening the projector's life span and darkening the image. bedding or any other soft surface. - Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any other item. - Do not place inflammables near the projector. 14. If the ventilation holes are seriously obstructed, overheating inside the projector may result in a fire. Always place the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation. - Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back. Using the projector when it is not fully horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or damage to, the lamp. - Locations near fire alarms - Locations with an ambient temperature above 40°C / 104°F - Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10000 feet. 15. Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fall over, causing injury or resulting in damage to the projector. 10000 feet Important safety instructions 3 Safety Instructions (Continued) 16. Do not step on the projector or place 18. any objects upon it. Besides probable physical damage to the projector, doing so may result in accidents and possible injury. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting the projector and ensure it is securely installed. 17. Do not place liquids near or on the projector. Liquids spilled into the 19. projector may cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power supply's wall socket and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. When the projector is under operation, you may sense some heated air and odor from its ventilation grill. It is a normal phenomenon and not a product defect. 4 Important safety instructions Introduction Projector features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use. The projector offers the following features. · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Selectable password protected function Compact and portable unit High quality manual zoom lens One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images Adjustable color balance control for data/video display Ultra-high brightness projection lamp Ability to display 16.7 million colors Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus Switchable normal and Economic modes to reduce the power consumption Built-in speaker provides mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected Powerful AV function to provide high quality video image Component HDTV compatibility (YPbPr) The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient lighting conditions, selected input source contrast/brightness settings, and is directly proportional to projection distance. The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers specifications. This is normal and expected behavior. · Introduction 5 Shipping contents The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC or video equipment. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contact your place of purchase. Standard accessories The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. Projector Soft carry case Quick start guide User manual CD Pull the tab before using the remote control User's manual Remote control with batteries VGA cable Power cord Video cable Optional accessories 1. 2. 3. Spare lamp kit Ceiling mount kit Presentation Plus 4. 5. 6. HDTV (Y/b/Pr) cable RS232 cable Wireless module 6 Introduction Projector exterior view Front/upper side 1 2 6 3 4 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 8 for details.) Vent (heated air exhaust) Projection lens Quick-release button Lens cap Focus ring and Zoom ring Front IR remote sensor 5 Rear side See "Connection" on page 17 for details. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 9 8 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Rear adjuster foot Kensington anti-theft lock slot AC power cord inlet Rear IR remote sensor USB socket RS232 control port RGB signal output socket 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. RGB (PC)/Component video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input socket DVI-I signal input socket Video input socket S-Video input socket Audio socket Lower/side view 20 21 20. 21. 22. 23. Quick-release foot Lamp cover Speaker grill Rear adjuster foot 22 23 Introduction 7 Controls and functions Projector 13 14 8 1 9 2 3 1. 7 12 6 5 10 11 4 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Power (Refer to "Start up" on page 25 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 36 for more information.) Turns the projector on or off. Blank/Q? (Refer to "Hiding the image" on page 32 and "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 36 for more information.) Used to hide the screen image. You can press any key on the control panel to bring the image back. To start FAQ function, press and hold for 3 seconds. Mode (Refer to "Selecting a picture mode" on page 31 for more information.) Sequentially selects a predefined picture setting available for each input. When a wireless module is installed and the Wireless Connection menu is displayed, press this button to change among LAN, IEEE 802.11 a, and IEEE 802.11 b/g. (The wireless module is available through BenQ retailers.) Source (Refer to "Switching input signal" on page 28 for more information.) Sequentially selects the input signal RGB, Component Video, S-Video, Video or DVII. Auto (Refer to "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 29 for more information.) Automatically determines the best picture timings for the selected input. When a wireless module is installed, the Wireless Connection menu is displayed and the IEEE 802.11 a is selected, press this button to search for a reliable channel. (The wireless module is available through BenQ retailers.) Lamp indicator light (Refer to "Indicators" on page 51 for more information.) Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. Temperature warning light (Refer to "Indicators" on page 51 for more information.) Flashes red if the projector's temperature becomes too high. 8 Introduction 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Power indicator light (Refer to "Indicators" on page 51 for more information.) Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. 3 Left Right 4(Refer to "Correcting keystone" on page 29 for more information.) When the on-screen menu is not activated, #9 and #10 function as Keystone -/+ hot keys. 6Menu (Refer to "Using the menus" on page 38 for more information.) Turns on the on-screen display control menu. 5Exit Exits and saves the menu settings. When the on-screen menu is activated, the #9 to #12 buttons are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments. Focus ring (Refer to "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 29 for more information.) Adjusts the focus of the projected image. Zoom ring (Refer to "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 29 for more information.) Adjusts the size of the image. Rotate clockwise to enlarge the image or rotate counterclockwise to reduce the image size. Remote control 7 1 2 8 9 10 3 4 5 3 6 11 12 13 14 1. Power (Refer to "Start up" on page 25 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 36 for more information.) Turns the projector on or off. Freeze The image is frozen when Freeze is pressed. An icon " " will display in the lower right corner of the screen. To release the function, press Freeze again. 5Up, 6 Down Introduction 9 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 3Left, Right4 When the on-screen menu is activated, the 5Up, 6 Down, 3Left and Right4buttons are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments. Menu (Refer to "Using the menus" on page 38 for more information.) Displays or hides the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu system. Keystone (Refer to page "Correcting keystone" on page 29 for more information.) Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. Timer On/Show (Refer to "Setting the presentation timer" on page 35 for more information.) A multifunctional key that activates, displays or hides on-screen timer based on your own timer setting. LAN/Wireless (Refer to "Wireless connection (optional)" on page 17 for more information.) When a wireless module is installed and the Wireless Connection menu is displayed, press this button to toggle between LAN or Wireless connection modes. (The wireless module is available through BenQ retailers.) SWAP (Refer to "Wireless connection (optional)" on page 17 for more information.) When a wireless module is installed and the Wireless Connection menu is displayed, press this button to change the wireless connection mode between IEEE 802.11 a and IEEE 802.11 b/g. (The wireless module is available through BenQ retailers.) Timer Setup (Refer to "Setting the presentation timer" on page 35 for more information.) Enters presentation timer setting directly. Auto (Refer to "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 29 for more information.) Automatically determines the best picture settings for the displayed image. Source (Refer to "Switching input signal" on page 28 for more information.) Sequentially selects the input signal RGB, Component Video, S-Video, Video or DVII. Blank (Refer to "Hiding the image" on page 32 for more information.) Used to hide the screen image. Press any key on the remote control to restore the image. Mode (Refer to "Selecting a picture mode" on page 31 for more information.) Sequentially selects a predefined picture setting available for each input. 10 Introduction Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensors should not exceed 6 meters (~ 20 feet). Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensors on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam. · Operating the projector from the front · Operating the projector from the rear App rox. 15° rox. App 15° Replacing the remote control battery 1. Pull out the battery holder. Please follow the illustrated instructions. Push and hold the locking arm whilst pulling out the battery holder. 2. 3. · · · · · · Insert the new battery in the holder. Note the positive polarity should face outward. Push the holder into the remote control. Avoid excessive heat and humidity. There may be battery damage if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer. Dispose of the used battery according to the battery manufacturer's instructions. Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion. If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage. Introduction 11 Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations: 1. 2. 3. 4. Table in front of screen; Ceiling in front of screen; Table at rear of screen; Ceiling at rear of screen. 1. Front Table Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in front of the screen. This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability. 2. Front Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen. Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling. Set in the Advanced > Mirror menu 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 in the Advanced > Mirror menu after you turn the projector on. 4. Rear Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen. Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit are required for this installation location. Set in the Advanced > Mirror menu after you turn the projector on. Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. 12 Positioning your projector Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the projector We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to person and property. If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed. If you use a non-BenQ brand projector ceiling mount kit, there is a safety risk that the projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws. You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the place you purchased your BenQ projector. BenQ recommends that you also purchase a separate Kensington lock compatible security cable and attach it securely to both the Kensington lock slot on the projector and the base of the ceiling mount bracket. This will perform the secondary role of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose. Positioning your projector 13 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 native resolution of the projector is 1024 x 768 pixels, which is a 4 to 3 aspect ratio (expressed as 4:3). To be able to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen image to the projector's native aspect width. This will result in a proportionally smaller height equivalent to 75% of the projector's native aspect height. 4:3 aspect image in a 4:3 aspect display area 16:9 aspect image scaled to a 4:3 aspect display area Thus, a 16:9 aspect image will not utilize 25% of the height of a 4:3 aspect image displayed by this projector. This will be seen as darkened (unlit) bars along the top and bottom (vertical 12.5% height respectively) of the 4:3 projection display area whenever displaying a scaled 16:9 aspect image in the vertical center of the 4:3 projection display area. When determining the position of your projector, you should consider its intended use and input signal aspect ratios. All inputs (other than composite Video being fed a 16:9 aspect signal) will display in a 4:3 aspect ratio (and will require an additional 33% display height than that of the scaled 16:9 aspect image projection area). IMPORTANT: Do not select a permanent projector position based upon a 16:9 projection if you will ever need to select an input (other than composite Video being fed a 16:9 aspect signal). The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and positioned directly perpendicular (90° right-angle square) to the horizontal center of the screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or projecting onto angled surfaces). The modern digital projector does not project directly forward (like older style reel-to-reel film projectors did). Instead, digital projectors are designed to project at a slightly upward angle above the horizontal plane of the projector. This is so that they can be readily placed on a table and will project forward and upwards onto a screen positioned so that the bottom edge of the screen is above the level of the table (and everyone in the room can see the screen). If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it projects at a slightly downward angle. You can see from the diagram on page 16, that this type of projection causes the bottom edge of the projected image to be vertically offset from the horizontal plane of the projector. When ceiling mounted, this refers to the top edge of the projected image. If the projector is positioned further away from the screen, the projected image size increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately. When determining the position of the screen and projector, you will need to account for both the projected image size and the vertical offset dimension, which are directly proportional to the projection distance. BenQ has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. There are two dimensions to consider, the perpendicular horizontal distance from the center of the screen (projection distance), and the vertical offset height of the projector from the horizontal edge of the screen (offset). 14 Positioning your projector How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size Select your screen size. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled '4:3 Screen Diagonal'. Using this value, look across this row to the right to find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled 'Average'. This is the projection distance. 3. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the vertical Offset value. This will determine the final vertical offset placement of the projector in relation to the edge of the screen. 4. The recommended position for the projector is aligned perpendicular to the horizontal center of the screen, at the distance from the screen determined in step 2 above, and offset by the value determined in step 3 above. For example, if you are using a 120 inch screen, the average projection distance is 4467 mm and with a vertical offset of 183 mm. If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion will occur. Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion. See "Correcting keystone" on page 29 for details. 1. 2. 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. Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the screen. This is the projection distance. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the vertical Offset value. This will determine the final placement of the screen in relation to the horizontal plane of the projector. For example, if your measured projection distance was 4.5m (4500mm), the closest match in the Average column is 4593 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 3000 mm (3 m) screen is required. If you can only obtain imperial sized screens, the listed screen sizes on either side of the 3 m screen are the 9' and 10' screens. Checking the min and max projection distance values for these screen sizes, indicates that the 4.5 m measured projection distance will need to be reduced to fit the 9' size screen, or increased to fit the 10' size screen. The projector can be adjusted (using the zoom control) to display on these different screen sizes at those projection distances. Be aware that these different screens have different vertical offset values. 1. Positioning your projector 15 Maximum zoom Minimum zoom Screen Center of lens Offset Projection distance 4:3 Screen Diagonal Feet Inches mm Distance from Screen in mm Min length Average Max length (with max. (with min. zoom) zoom) 1778 2187 2222 2667 2916 3111 3556 3645 4000 4347 4444 5104 5334 5833 6667 7291 7999 8749 11111 1867 2297 2333 2800 3062 3267 3733 3828 4200 4593 4667 5359 5601 6124 7000 7655 8399 9186 11667 1956 2406 2444 2933 3208 3422 3911 4010 4400 4812 4889 5614 5867 6416 7333 8020 8799 9624 12222 Vertical Offset in mm 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 15 18 25 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 144 180 216 300 1219 1500 1524 1829 2000 2134 2438 2500 2743 3000 3048 3500 3658 4000 4572 5000 5486 6000 7620 73 90 91 110 120 128 146 150 165 180 183 210 219 240 274 300 329 360 457 There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics. This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location. 16 Positioning your projector Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. 2. 3. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. Use the correct signal cables for each source. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents" on page 6). They are commercially available from electronics stores. Wireless connection (optional) The Wireless module allows for simultaneous wireless connectivity to multiple computers which are wireless enabled. This saves you from having to swap data cables between the projector and different computers during a presentation. Wireless connectivity is most suitable for situations where multiple presenters with separate notebooks are required to seamlessly present individual presentations, like in meetings, conferences, lectures and, classrooms. Even though the Wireless module is not attached to the projector, everytime the projector is turned on, the status of wireless connection will display on the screen while the projector is searching for input signals during the start up procedure. The Wireless module connects and attaches to the rear of the projector through the DVI-I socket. While the Wireless module is attached to the projector, you cannot use the DVI-I socket for DVI cable connections. Even though the projector may be using a wireless data connection, it still requires physical connection to a power outlet using its power cable. You can purchase a BenQ wireless module from BenQ retailers. You should attach the wireless module to the projector before you connect any other cables. Refer to the user manual enclosed with the wireless module for connection and operation details. Projector with the wireless module Cable connection Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer The projector provides a VGA and DVI input sockets that allow you to connect it to a laptop or desktop computer. Connection 17 To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer (either through a VGA cable or VGA to DVI-A cable): · 1. With a VGA cable: Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the computer. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the D-SUB/COMP. IN signal input socket on the projector. · 1. With a VGA to DVI-A cable: Take a VGA to DVI-A cable and connect the VGA end to the D-Sub output socket of the computer. Connect the DVI end of the VGA to DVI-A cable to the DVI-I signal input socket on the projector. 2. 2. 3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the computer, and the other end to the Audio socket of the projector. The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: Laptop or desktop computer Audio cable VGA cable or VGA to DVI-A Many laptops do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the laptop. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your laptop's documentation to find your laptop's key combination. 18 Connection Connecting a monitor If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the RGB signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA cable following the instructions below: Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on page 17. 2. Take a suitable VGA cable (only one supplied) and connect one end of the cable to the D-Sub input socket of the video monitor. 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the D-SUB OUT socket on the projector. The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: Laptop or desktop computer 1. VGA cable VGA cable The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the projector. Connection 19 Connecting Video source devices This section describes how to connect the projector to Video source devices using video cables. Video cable connections are recommended for Video presentations. This projector also supports data (graphic) "PC" connection using wireless function. Wireless connection is not recommended for Video presentations. See "Wireless connection (optional)" on page 17. You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: · DVI · Component Video · S-Video · Video (composite) You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above 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: Best video quality The best available video connection method is DVI. If your source device is equipped with a DVI socket, based on the type of DVI connector you have, you can enjoy digital or high-end analog video quality. See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 21 for how to connect the projector to a DVI source device and other details. If no DVI source is available, the next best video signal is Component Video (not to be confused with composite Video). Digital TV tuners and DVD players output Component Video natively, so if available on your devices, they should be your connection method of choice in preference to S-Video or (composite) Video. See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 21 for how to connect the projector to a component video device. Better video quality The S-Video method provides a better quality analog video than standard composite Video. If you have both composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your Video source device, you should elect to use the S-Video option. See "Connecting an S-Video source device" on page 23 for how to connect the projector to an S-Video device. Least video quality Composite Video is an analog video and will result in a perfectly acceptable, but less than optimal result from your projector, being the least video quality of the available methods described here. See "Connecting a composite Video source device" on page 24 for how to connect the projector to a composite Video device. Connecting Audio The projector has a built-in mono speaker which is designed to provide basic audio functionality accompanying data presentations for business purposes only. It is not designed for, nor intended for stereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in home theatre or home cinema applications. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is mixed into a common mono audio output through the projector speaker. 20 Connection If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector. The audio connections illustrated in the following sections are provided for informational purposes only. You need not connect audio to the projector if there is an alternate sound system available, or if audio is not required. Connecting a Component Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output sockets available: · · If so, you can continue with this procedure. If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to a Component Video source device through a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable: · 1. With a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable: Take the (optional accessory) Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output sockets of the Video source device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the sockets; green to green, blue to blue; and red to red. Connect the other end of the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable (with a D-Sub type connector) to the D-SUB/COMP IN socket on the projector. · 1. With a DVI cable: 2. Take a DVI cable and connect one end of the cable to the DVI output socket of the Video source device. Connect the other end of the cable to the DVI-I socket on the projector. 2. 3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the computer, and the other end to the Audio socket of the projector. Connection 21 The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: A/V device Audio cables Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable DVI cables · · The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is connected. See "Connecting Audio" on page 20 for details. Component Video is the only video output that delivers native 16:9 aspect ratio picture. If you connect the projector to a High Definition TV (HDTV) tuner, the following standards are supported: · · · 480i 576i 720p (50/ 60 Hz) · · · 480p 576p 1080i (50/ 60 Hz) If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly. 22 Connection Connecting an S-Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: · · 1. If so, you can continue with this procedure. If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an S-Video source device: Take the (optional accessory) S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device. 2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO socket on the projector. 3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the computer, and the other end to the Audio socket of the projector. The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: A/V device Audio cables S-Video cable · · The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is connected. See "Connecting Audio" on page 20 for details. If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly. If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and this S-Video source device using Component Video connections, you need not connect to this device using an S-Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second connection of poorer picture quality. See "Connecting Video source devices" on page 20 for details. · Connection 23 Connecting a composite Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output sockets available: · · 1. If so, you can continue with this procedure. If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an composite Video source device: Take the (optional accessory) Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the Video source device. 2. Connect the other end of the Video cable to the VIDEO socket on the projector. 3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the computer, and the other end to the Audio socket of the projector The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: A/V device Audio cables Video cable · · The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is connected. See "Connecting Audio" on page 20 for details. If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly. You need only connect to this device using a composite Video connection if Component Video and S-Video inputs are unavailable for use. See "Connecting Video source devices" on page 20 for details. · 24 Connection Operation Start up 1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check that the Power indicator on the projector lights orange after power has been applied.. 2. Remove the lens cap. If it is left on, it could become deformed due to the heat produced by the projector lamp. 3. Press and hold (for 2 seconds) Power on the projector or remote control to start the projector. As soon as the lamp lights up, a "Power On Tone" will be heard. The Power indicator light flashes green and stays green when the projector is on. The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds. In the later stage of start up, a startup logo is projected. (If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness. · If you don't want to activate Power on/off tone, you can enter the OSD menu to disable this function. See "Mute (off)" on page 42 for details. If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90 seconds before energizing the lamp. · 4. 5. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow buttons to enter a four digit password. See "Utilizing the password function" on page 26 for details. Switch on all of the connected equipment. The projector will start to search for input signals. The current input source being scanned displays in the center of the screen. The searching message will continue displaying until an input source signal is found. You can press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your desired input signal. See "Switching input signal" on page 28 for details. A message of "Resolution Reminding" will display when the projector detects that the resolution of the input source is not XGA. · Operation 25 · If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you will see the message 'Out of Range' displayed on a blank screen. Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "Using the menus" on page 38. WARNING: You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and subsequently forget the password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the password you used in this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall. Setting a password Once a password has been set and activated, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started. 1. 2. 3. Open the OSD menu and go to Setting > Password. Select On by pressing 4. Left 3 or Right4. When the function is activated for the first time, a prompt will display on the screen. As pictured to the right, the four arrow buttons Input Password (Up 5, Right4, Down 6, Left 3) respectively represent 4 digits (1, 2, 3, 4). Press the arrow buttons to enter four digits for the password. When all digits are entered and the password is ready, press AUTO to confirm. Confirm Clear Cancel Auto 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: __ __ __ __ Keep this manual in a safe place. 5. 6. Enter the password again for verification. Perform one of the following 3 steps. i. Press AUTO to continue. The set-up is finished when the message "Password setup completed" displays. ii. Press Up 5 to clear and re-enter four digits. iii. Press Down 6 to cancel the password set-up and return to the on-screen menu. To disable password protection, go to Setting > Password after opening the OSD menu system. Select Off by pressing Left 3 or Right4. Then press Down 6 to confirm or Up 5 to cancel. Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should you ever need to change the password by entering the old password. 26 Operation If you forget the password You will be asked to enter the four digit password every time you turn on the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the password error message displays. You can retry by pressing Up 5, 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. Password Error Try again Forgot password, please refer to User's manual Entering the password recall procedure Press and hold Right4on the projector for 3 seconds. The projector will display 4 sets of coded number on the screen. Write down the number and turn off your projector. 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. 2. 3. Open the on-screen menu and go to Setting > Change Password. Press Left 3or Right4. Enter the old password. i. If the password is correct, you can go on to enter new password. ii. If the password is incorrect, a "Password Error" message displays. Press Up 5 to try again or press Down 6 to cancel. Enter a new password. 4. 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: __ __ __ __ Keep this manual in a safe place. 5. 6. 7. Perform one of the following 3 steps. i. Press AUTO to confirm. ii. Press Up 5 to try again. iii. Press Down 6 to cancel the set-up and return to the on-screen menu. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password. Perform one of the following 3 steps. i. Pressing AUTO completes the procedure. ii. Press Up 5 to try again. iii. Press Down 6 to cancel the set-up and return to the on-screen menu. Operation 27 Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one at a time. When SOURCE on the projector control panel or the remote control is pressed, information of current signal and resolution will display at the lower right corner. Press SOURCE again to display a source selection bar. You can manually press SOURCE repeatedly until your desired signal is selected or let the projector automatically search for the available signal. Once detected, the selected source information will display at the lower right corner of the screen for 3 seconds. If there is multiple equipment connected to the projector, you can press the button again to search for another signal. Be sure the Source Scan function in the Advanced menu is activated if you want the projector to automatically search the signals. See "Source Scan (on)" on page 43 for details. If no input is detected after auto searching for two rounds, a message of "No Signal" will be shown on the screen. The brightness level of the projected image will change accordingly when you switch between different input signals. Data (graphic) "PC" presentations using mostly static images are generally brighter than "Video" using mostly moving images (movies). The input type affects the options available for the Application Mode. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 31 for details. Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: 1. Lift the projector up and press the adjuster button to release the adjuster. The adjuster will drop into position and be locked. Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause damage to your eyes. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine tune the horizontal angle. To retract the foot, hold up the projector while pressing the quick-release button, then slowly lower the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse direction. If the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes vertically trapezoidal. To correct this situation, adjust the value of Keystone in the Picture menu, on the projector control panel, or on the remote control. See "Correcting keystone" on page 29 for details. 2. 28 Operation Auto-adjusting the image In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the projector or remote control. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best picture quality. The current source information will be displayed in the lower right corner of the screen for 3 seconds. The screen will be blank while AUTO is functioning. Fine-tuning the image size and clarity 1. Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the zoom ring. 2. Then sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring. Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following ONE of these steps. 1. Press Left3/Right 4 on the control panel of the projector to display the status bar labelled Keystone. Press Left 3 to correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press Right4 to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image. 2. Press / on the remote control to display the status bar labelled Keystone, then press to correct keystoning at the top of the image or press to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image. 3. Press 6 MENU on the projector or MENU on the remote control. Go to ProPicture > Keystone and adjust the values by pressing Left 3/Right 4 on the projector or Left 3/Right 4 on the remote control. Operation 29 For example, 1. Press Left 3 on the projector or 2. Press on the remote control or 3. Press Left 3on the projector or 3 on the remote control when you are in Picture --> Keystone menu. Keystone 0 Keystone -6 1. Press Right 4 on the projector or 2. Press on the remote control or 3. Press Right 4 on the projector or 4 on the remote control when you are in Picture -> Keystone menu. Keystone 0 Keystone +6 Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio. With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input source. You can change the projected image ratio (no matter what aspect the source is) by entering Pro-Picture > Aspect Ratio. Select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements. There are three aspect ratios available: In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas. 1. 2. 3. Native: The image is projected as its original resolution, with no pixel conversion. For input signals with lower resolutions, the projected image will display smaller than if resized to full screen. You could adjust the zoom setting or move the projector towards the screen to increase the image size if necessary. You may also need to refocus the projector after making these adjustments. 4:3: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for 4:3 images like computer monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration. 16:9: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for images which are already in a 16:9 aspect, like high definition TV, as it displays them without aspect alteration. 16:9 aspect ratio is only sourced through the Component Video input when being fed an appropriate 16:9 aspect signal. See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 21 and "Obtaining a preferred projected image size" on page 14 for details. 30 Operation Selecting a picture mode The projector is preset with several predefined application modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type. To select a operation mode that suits your need, press MODE repeatedly until your desired mode is selected. The picture modes available for different types of signals are listed below. PC Signal Input 1. Dynamic Mode (Default): 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. Presentation Mode: Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring. sRGB Mode: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life images regardless of brightness setting. It is most suitable for viewing photos taken with an sRGB compatible and properly calibrated camera, and for viewing PC graphic and drawing applications such as AutoCAD. Cinema Mode: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little light) environment. Blackboard Mode: Is designed for educational use. Images are allowed to be projected on a dark background, such as a blackboard instead of a normal screen. It is most suitable for a well lit environment with a dark background for projection. Dynamic Mode: Is suitable for playing gamebox-based video games in a normal living room lighting level environment. Standard Mode (Default): Is appropriate for viewing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras or DVs. Cinema Mode: Is suitable for enjoying dark movies or DVD movies best viewed in a blackened (little light) home cinema or lounge room environment. Blackboard Mode: Is designed for educational use. Images are allowed to be projected on a dark background, such as a blackboard instead of a normal screen. It is most suitable for a well lit environment with a dark background for projection. 2. 3. 4. 5. YPbPr/S-Video/Video Signal Input 1. 2. 3. 4. Operation 31 Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK to hide the screen image. Press any key on the control panel to restore the image. The word "BLANK" appears at the lower right corner of the screen while the image is hidden. When this function is activated with video/S-video signal connected, the audio can still be heard. You can set the blank time in the Advanced > Blank Time to let the projector return the image automatically after a period of time when there is no action taken on the blank screen. Note that once BLANK is pressed, the projector enters Economic mode automatically. Do not block the projection lens from projecting as this could cause the blocking object to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire. Creating your own startup screen - MyScreen function In addition to selecting the projector preset startup screen from among BenQ logo, Black or Blue screen, you can create your own startup screen by downloading pictures from your computer to the projector. 1. 2. Connect the projector to a desktop computer via RS232 cable (optional accessory). See "Connecting a computer" on page 17. Before download starts, be sure the projector has entered Standby Mode. Follow the instructions below to enter Standby Mode: i. Plug AC power, and POWER, TEMP and LAMP LEDs on the projector will flash orange and then go off at the same time. ii. POWER LED then turns solid orange. Insert the bundled CD into the CD drive of your computer. Click Install MyScreen Wizard and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed. Ensure you have sufficient privileges to install software. MyScreen utility may not be compatible with Windows 98/ME or Windows 2000. We recommend you to run MyScreen utility on Windows XP. 3. · · 32 Operation 4. To execute MyScreen utility: i. After MyScreen Wizard is successfully installed, execute MyScreen utility by selecting the icon ii.Click Next. To continue, click "Next" Welcome to MyScreen Wizard! This wizard will guide you to have your own splash screen in BenQ projector. from Program Files . Next iii. Click Next Establish a connection to your BenQ projector Please connect your BenQ projector to a serial port on your computer and be sure the projector is in standby mode. Found 'BenQ projector' on COM1 Confugure Serial Port Settings... To continue, click "Next" Back Next iv. Click Browse to choose your desired image and then click Next. Choose an image to download to your BenQ projector Browse... Back Next v. Click MyScreen to begin download. Downloading to your BenQ projector Ready to download the new image as your splash screen? Click "MyScreen" to begin. MyScreen Back Operation 33 vi. Click Close when the window below displays. MyScreen Download Finished! Please power on your projector then set "MyScreen" as your default splash screen. Close · There are limitations on image formats. *.bmp/*.jpg/*.png/*.gif files are acceptable, but there is no guarantee that every image file can be downloaded successfully. It depends on the file size and the color form. If the image size is too large, as pictured to the right, a warning message will show up after download begins. Click Back to choose another image and try again. Choose an image to download to your BenQ projector Browse... · Error: Image size is too large. 1. Please save it to be *.bmp file. 2. File size less than 500K. Back · Do not unplug the RS232 cable or close MyScreen Wizard window while downloading image. Failing to do so will lead to immediate shutdown of the projector and MyScreen utility. If this happens, unplug the power cord and plug it again to restart the download process. Activating panel key lock To prevent unauthorized changes in the settings or accidental button pushes, panel key lock can be activated to disable all panel key functions except POWER. Go to Setting > Panel Key Lock, and select On by pressing Left3/Right4 on the projector or remote control. A confirmation message displays. Press Down 6 to confirm or press Up 5 to cancel. To release panel key lock, press and hold MENU6 on the projector for 5 seconds, or use the remote Setting > Panel Key control to enter Lock and press Left3/Right4 to select Off. A confirmation message displays. Press Down 6 to confirm or press Up 5 to cancel. Buttons on the remote control are still in use when panel key lock is enabled. If you press POWER to turn off the projector without disabling panel key lock, the projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on. · · 34 Operation Setting the presentation timer Presentation timer can indicate the remaining presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentation. Follow these steps to utilize this function: 1. Go to Setting > Presentation Timer or press 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. TIMER SETUP on the remote control to enter timer setting directly. Select On by pressing Left3/Right4. A confirmation message displays. Press Down 6 to confirm or press Up 5 to cancel. Press 6Down to go to the next option and decide the timer period by pressing Left3/Right4. Press 6Down and choose if you want the timer to show up on the screen by pressing Left3/Right4. If you select Yes, press 6Down to go to the next option and set the timer position as in the upper left, upper right, lower left, or lower right corner by pressing Left3/ Right4. Press 6Down and select your desired counting direction by pressing Left3/Right4. Press 6Down and decide if you want to activate sound reminding by pressing Left3/ Right4. If you select Yes, a double beep sound will be heard at the last 30 seconds of counting down/up, and a triple beep sound will be produced when the timer is up. TIMER On/Show on the remote control is a multifunctional key. If the presentation timer is off, pressing this button for the first time will activate timer and second push on the button will display timer on the screen. If the timer is already on, pressing this button will display the timer on the screen. · The duration of the on-screen timer is consistent with your timer setting. For example, if you set the timer to always display, after pressing this button for the first time to activate the timer, it will remain on the screen. If you set the timer to never display, the timer will only display on the screen for 5 seconds. Then it will disappear. Please note the timer is still counting after hidden. If the timer is already on, you need to reactivate the timer everytime a new timer period is set. · Freezing the image Press Freeze on the remote control to freeze the image. An icon will display in the lower right corner of the screen. To release the function, press the Freeze button on the remote control, or the Source button on the projector control panel. Note that pressing the Source button will also change the input source. Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures are running on the video or other device. If the connected devices have active audio output, you will still hear the audio even though the image is frozen. Operation 35 Utilizing FAQ function Press and hold BLANK/Q? on the projector for 3 seconds Advanced > FAQ function. Possible or go to solutions to problems encountered by users regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information are available to you. Use MENU6/ EXIT5 to select one out of these four major categories. Press Left3/Right4 for more specific questions. Then press 3Left/4Right for possible solutions. To exit, press EXIT5. Shutting down the projector 1. Press Power and a prompt message appears. Press Power a second time to turn the projector off. The Power indicator light flashes orange and the lamp shuts down, the fans continue to run for approximately 30 seconds to cool down the projector. Are You Sure to Power Off? Press "Power" Again to Power Off 2. To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process. 3. Once the cooling process finishes, a "Power Off Ring Tone" will be heard. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket. Do not unplug the power cord before the projector shutdown sequence is complete or during the 30-second cooling down process. If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, when you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans will run for a few minutes to cool down. Press Power again to start the projector after the fans stop and the Power indicator light turns orange.