Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
PB8250 Digital Projector Installation Series User's Manual
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Copyright
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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 this company to notify any person of such revision or changes. *DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are trademarks of Texas Instruments. Others are copyrights of their respective companies or organizations.
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ............................... 1 Introduction ........................................................... 4
Projector Features .........................................................................4 Shipping Contents .........................................................................5
Optional Accessories ......................................................................................6
Projector Exterior View ................................................................6
Front / Upper View ........................................................................................6 Back View ........................................................................................................6 Bottom View ...................................................................................................6 Connector Panel .............................................................................................7
Controls and Functions ................................................................8
External Control Panel ...................................................................................8 Remote Control Description .........................................................................9 Remote Control Effective Range .................................................................10 Installing or Replacing the Batteries ............................................................11
Setting Up Your Projector ................................... 12
Choosing a Location ...................................................................12 Making Connections ...................................................................12
Connecting to a Laptop or Desktop Computer ..........................................13 Connecting Equipment to the Component Video Input ...........................13 Connecting to Video or S-Video Devices ...................................................14 Connecting to Display Devices ....................................................................14
Adjusting the Height ...................................................................15 Screen Size ...................................................................................15
Operation ............................................................. 17
Start Up ........................................................................................17 Shutdown .....................................................................................18 Digital Keystone Correction .......................................................19 Source Selection ..........................................................................20 Auto Adjustment .........................................................................20 Blank ............................................................................................21 Zoom / Focusing .........................................................................21
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Laser Pointer Operation ............................................................. 21 Mouse Function Operation ........................................................ 22 Zoom In + / Zoom Out - ............................................................ 22 Volume Adjustment ................................................................... 22 PIP (Picture In Picture) Operation ............................................ 22 Freeze ........................................................................................... 23 Preset Mode Selection ................................................................. 23 Menu Operation ......................................................................... 24
Menu System ................................................................................................ 24 Using the menus .......................................................................................... 25 1. Display Menu ........................................................................................... 26 2. Image Menu ............................................................................................. 27 3. Source Menu ........................................................................................... 29 4. Control Menu .......................................................................................... 31 5. PIP (Picture In Picture) Menu ................................................................ 33
Maintenance ......................................................... 34
Cleaning the lens .......................................................................................... 34 Cleaning the projector case ......................................................................... 34 Cleaning and replacing the air filters .......................................................... 34 Storing the projector .................................................................................... 35 Transporting the projector .......................................................................... 35
Lamp Information ...................................................................... 36
Use and Replacement of the Lamp ............................................................. 36 Lamp Replacement ...................................................................................... 36 Temp Information ....................................................................................... 38 Indicators ..................................................................................................... 38
Service Information .................................................................... 41
Accessories (included in the standard package) ......................................... 41 Optional Accessories (not included in the standard package) .................. 41 Ordering Parts or Getting Information ...................................................... 41
Troubleshooting................................................... 42
Common Problems & Solutions ................................................ 42
Specifications........................................................ 43
Projector Specifications .............................................................. 43
Technical Specifications .............................................................................. 43
Timing Chart ............................................................................... 44
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Supported timing for PC (including DVI-I) input ....................................44 Supported timing for YPbPr input ..............................................................44 Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs .......................................44
Dimensions........................................................... 45 Warranty............................................................... 46
Limited Warranty ........................................................................46
Regulation Statements ......................................... 47
FCC Statement ............................................................................47 EEC Statement .............................................................................47 MIC Statement ............................................................................47
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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. Caution · To prevent shock, do not open the cabinet. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. · Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
· · manual Please read this user's man before you operate your projector. Save this user's manual for future reference.
Always Alwa open the lens shutter or move remo the lens cap when the projector lamp is on.
· · 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 of 100 to 240 volts, but could fail if power cuts or surges of ±10 volts occur. In areas where the mains e ma voltage may fluctuate or cut out, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible wer power supply (UPS).
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Safety Instructions 1. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. 4. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, sustaining serious damage.
5. 2. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause them to explode on rare occasions.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this appliance. Take it to a qualified technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly can cause cause malfunction of the projector or electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
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Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.
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This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Please use BenQ's Ceiling Mounting Kit for mounting the unit and ensure it is securely installed.
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Safety Instructions (Continued) 7. Do not block the ventilation holes.
- Do not place this unit on a blanket, bedding or any other soft surface. - Do not cover this unit with a cloth or any other item. - Do not place inflammables near the projector.
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Always place the unit 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 unit when it is not fully horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or damage to, the lamp.
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If the ventilation holes are seriously obstructed, overheating inside the unit may result in a fire.
Do not stand the unit on end vertically.
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Do not place this unit in any of the following environments.
- Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector. - Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as the inside of a car with all windows rolled up. - Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components, shortening the projector's life span and darkening the image. - Locations near fire alarms - Locations with an ambient temperature above 35°C / 95°F
Doing so may cause the unit to fall over, causing injury or resulting in damage to the unit.
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Do not step on this unit or place any objects upon it.
Besides probable physical damage to the unit, doing so may result in accidents and possible injury.
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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: · · · · · · · · · · · · · Full-function remote control with laser pointer/ remote mouse function 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 On-screen menus in 10 languages: English, French, German, Ita ...
