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W6000 Digital Projector

Home Cinema Series

User Manual

Welcome

2 Table of contents

English

Table of contents

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

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

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

Personalizing the projector menu

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

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

Turning the projector off ....................36

On-Screen Display (OSD) menus ......37

Additional information .............43

Care of the projector ...........................43

Lamp information ...............................44

Getting to know the lamp hour ............... 44

Extending lamp life .................................. 44

Timing of replacing the lamp .................. 45

Replacing the lamp................................... 45

Indicators .............................................48

Troubleshooting ..................................49

Specifications .......................................50

Warranty and Copyright

information................................ 54

Regulation statements ...............55

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Important safety instructions

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

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.

4920-

9840

feet

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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.

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.

7. Do not step on the projector or place any

objects upon it.

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.

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.

12. This projector is capable of displaying

inverted images for ceiling mount installation.

Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for

mounting.

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Important safety instructions

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13. Never attempt to replace the lamp assembly

until the projector has cooled down and is

unplugged from the power supply.

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 45.

Under no circumstances should you ever

undo or remove any other covers. Refer

servicing only to suitably qualified

professional service personnel.

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.

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.

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.

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Overview

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.

Projector Remote control Batteries Component Video cable

Warranty card User manual CD Quick start guide Power cable

VGA cable

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Remote control batteries

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.

up to 8 m

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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.

• Super-high contrast ratio

The projector features a dynamic black control to achieve a super-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.

• Extra-low noise operation

The projector’s unique cooling system design prevents unnecessary fan noise, and is rated at less than

32 dB in normal mode and a low 29 dB in Economic mode.

• 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.

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Overview

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Projector exterior view

Front and upper side view

Rear view

Under 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/PB/PR or Y/CB/CR video signal

16. RGB (PC)/Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr)

signal input jack

17. Kensington lock slot

18. Adjustable feet

19. Ceiling mount holes

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See "Connecting with video equipment" on

page 17 for connection details.

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Controls and functions

Control panel

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 36

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

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 48

4. TEMPerature warning light

Lights up or flashes if the projector's

temperature becomes too high.

"Indicators" on page 48

5. LAMP indicator light

Lights up or flashes when the projector lamp

has developed a problem.

"Indicators" on page 48

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For details, see the info provided behind the

hand sign .

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Remote control

1. POWER ON/OFF

Toggles the projector between standby and on.

"Turning the projector on" on page 20,

"Turning the projector off" on page 36

2. Source selection keys (COMP, VIDEO, S-

VIDEO, 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 sub-

window 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. TEST

Displays the test pattern.

"Test Pattern" on page 41

13. INFO

Displays the Information menu.

"Information menu" on page 42

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.

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For details, see the info provided behind the

hand sign .

12 Positioning your projector

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Positioning your projector

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.

*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.

1. Floor Front:

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.

3. Floor Rear:

Select this location with the projector placed near

the floor behind the screen.

Note that a special rear projection screen is

required.

*Set Floor Rear after you turn the projector on.

2. Ceiling Front:

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 Ceiling Front after you turn the projector on.

4. Ceiling Rear:

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 Ceiling Rear after you turn the projector on.

Language

Splash Screen

Projector Position

Auto Off

Sleep Timer

Background Color

Menu Settings

Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

EXIT Back

Disable

Disable

Blue

Off

Floor Front

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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 668 cm.

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 4.5 m (450

cm), 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 455 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> [cm]"

on page 14 indicates that the 4.5 m 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.

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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 picture distortion" on page 25 for details.

Projection dimensions

Installation for a 16:9 ratio screen

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

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.

Screen dimensions Projection distance <D> [cm] Lowest/

Highest lens

position <E>

[cm]

Diagonal

<A>

[inch (cm)]

Height

<B>

[cm]

Width

<C>

[cm]

Min distance

(with max

zoom)

Average

Max distance

(with min

zoom)

30 (76) 37 66 109 136 164 4.7

40 (102) 50 89 145 182 218 6

50 (127) 62 111 182 227 273 8

60 (152) 75 133 218 273 327 9

70 (178) 87 155 255 318 382 11

80 (203) 100 177 291 364 436 12

90 (229) 112 199 327 409 491 14

100 (254) 125 221 364 455 545 16

110 (279) 137 243 400 500 600 17

120 (305) 149 266 436 545 655 19

130 (330) 162 288 473 591 709 20

140 (356) 174 310 509 636 764 22

150 (381) 187 332 545 682 818 23

160 (406) 199 354 582 727 873 25

170 (432) 212 376 618 773 927 26

180 (457) 224 398 655 818 982 28

190 (483) 237 421 691 864 1036 30

200 (508) 249 443 727 909 1091 31

250 (635) 311 553 909 1136 1364 39

300 (762) 374 664 1091 1364 1636 47

<A> <B>

<C>

<E>

<D>

<F>

<G>

Floor Installation

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

<B>

<A>

<C>

<F>

<G>

<D>

<E>

Ceiling Installation

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

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Installation for a 4:3 ratio screen

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

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.

<A> <B>

<H>

<C> <E> <D>

<F>

<G>

Floor Installation

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

<A>

<B>

<H>

<C>

<E>

<D>

<F>

<G>

Ceiling Installation

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

Screen dimensions Projection distance <D> [cm] Lowest/

Highest

lens

position

<E>

[cm]

Image

height <H>

[cm]

Diagonal

<A>

[inch (cm)]

Height

<B>

[cm]

Width

<C>

[cm]

Min

distance

(with

max

zoom)

Average

Max

distance

(with min

zoom)

30 (76) 46 61 134 167 200 4.3 34

40 (102) 61 81 178 223 267 5.7 46

50 (127) 76 102 223 278 334 7.1 57

60 (152) 91 122 267 334 401 8.6 69

70 (178) 107 142 312 389 467 10.0 80

80 (203) 122 163 356 445 534 11.4 91

90 (229) 137 183 401 501 601 12.9 103

100 (254) 152 203 445 556 668 14.3 114

110 (279) 168 224 490 612 734 15.7 126

120 (305) 183 244 534 668 801 17.1 137

130 (330) 198 264 579 723 868 18.6 149

140 (356) 213 284 623 779 935 20.0 160

150 (381) 229 305 668 835 1001 21.4 171

160 (406) 244 325 712 890 1068 22.9 183

170 (432) 259 345 757 946 1135 24.3 194

180 (457) 274 366 801 1001 1202 25.7 206

190 (483) 290 386 846 1057 1269 27.1 217

200 (508) 305 406 890 1113 1335 28.6 229

250 (635) 381 508 1113 1391 1669 35.7 286

300 (762) 457 610 1335 1669 2003 42.9 343

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Shifting the projection lens

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.

• 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.

• When the screen position is fixed

• When the projector position is fixed

Screen

Range of

placement

Center of lens

Projector

-100%

100%

-25%

25%

41.3% 41.3%

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Connecting with video equipment

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Connecting with video equipment

You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD 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:

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 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.

Terminal

name Terminal appearance Reference Picture quality

HDMI "Connecting HDMI devices" on

page 17 Best

Component

Video

"Connecting component-video

devices" on page 18 Better

S-Video "Connecting S-Video or video

devices" on page 18 Good

Video "Connecting S-Video or video

devices" on page 18 Normal

PC (D-SUB) "Connecting a computer" on

page 19 Better

COMPONENT

PC

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 41 for details.

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English

Connecting component-video devices

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.

AV equipment: DVD player,

digital tuner, etc. From audio output

terminals

To audio input

terminals

Component video cable

From audio

output terminals

To audio input

terminals

S-Video cable

Video cable

or

AV equipment

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Connecting a 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.

VGA cable

From audio

output terminal

To audio input

terminals

Laptop or desktop

computer

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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.

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

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 s el e c t th e v i d e o so ur c e :

• 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

Language

Splash Screen

Projector Position

Auto Off

Sleep Timer

Background Color

Menu Settings

Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

EXIT Back

Disable

Disable

Blue

On

Floor Front

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.

1. Adjust the projected picture to the size that

you need using the zoom ring.

2. Sharpen the picture by rotating the focus

ring.

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Using the menus

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.

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.

Picture Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness

Contrast

Tint

Sharpness

Reset Picture Settings

Rename User Mode

Picture -- Basic

+ 3

S-Video

Cinema

EXIT 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

+ 50

+ 50

+ 50

0

Color

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.

Picture Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness

Contrast

Tint

Sharpness

Reset Picture Settings

Rename User Mode

Picture -- Basic

S-Video

Cinema

EXIT Back

Color

+ 3

+ 50

+ 50

+ 50

0

Language

Splash Screen

Projector Position

Auto Off

Sleep Timer

Background Color

Menu Settings

Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

EXIT Back

Disable

Disable

Blue

Off

Floor Front

Language

Splash Screen

Projector Position

Auto Off

Sleep Timer

Background Color

Menu Settings

Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

EXIT Back

Disable

Disable

Blue

Off

Floor Front

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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. 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 Password and press / to select On. 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.

If the function is used for the first time, enter the default password (1,

1, 1, 1, 1, 1) of the projector by pressing the arrow key six times.

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. 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 six-

digit password every time you turn on the projector. If you enter the

wrong password, the password error message as pictured to the right

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.

If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will

automatically shut down in a short time.

Lamp Settings

HDMI Settings

Test Pattern

High Altitude Mode

Password

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

EXIT Back

S-Video

ENTER

Off

Input Password

Password

Password

Change Password

On

EXIT Clear

EXIT Back

ISF

Baud Rate 115200

Password Error

Please try again.

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Entering the password recall procedure

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

PRESET MODE 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.

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.

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 Password and select Off by

pressing / . The message "Input 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 Password. You will not have

to enter the password next time when turning on the projector.

• If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays

lasting for three seconds, and the message "Input Password"

displays for your retry. You can either press MENU to cancel the

change or try another password.

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.

Please write down the recall code, and

contact your nearest BenQ Customer

Center.

Recall code: 0 2 1 2

Recall Password

EXIT Back

Password

Password

Change Password

Off

EXIT Back

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Adjusting the projected image

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 (Left /, Up /, Right /, Down/) to

display the Keystone page.

ii. See step iv 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

page displays.

iii. Highlight 2D Keystone and press ENTER. The keystone

correction page displays.

iv. 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.

Aspect Ratio

Keystone

Position

Overscan Adjustment

PIP

PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Display

EXIT Back

0

S-Video

ENTER

Keystone

2D Keystone ENTER

EXIT Back

Keystone

EXIT Back

Anamorphic

10

Two parallel sides

No parallel sides

Press

/.

Press

/.

Press

/.

Press

/.

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Using the preset and user modes

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 Picture 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.

Picture Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness

Contrast

Tint

Sharpness

Reset Picture Settings

Rename User Mode

Picture -- Basic

+50

0

S-Video

Cinema

EXIT Back

Color

+50

+50

+ 3

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Setting the User 1/User 2/User 3 mode

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 Picture 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 Picture 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.

Renaming user modes

You can change User 1, User 2, and User 3 to the names easy to be identified or understood by the users of

this projector. The new name can be up to 12 characters including English letters (A-Z, a-z), digits (0-9),

and space (_).

To rename user modes:

1. In the Picture -- Basic menu, highlight Rename User Mode and press ENTER to display the Rename

User Mode page.

2. Press / to highlight the item you want to rename and press ENTER. The first letter will be

highlighted by a white box.

3. Press / to select the first character.

4. Press to move along until the new name is set and press ENTER to confirm.

5. Repeat steps 2-4 if you want to change the other names.

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 Picture 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 42 for details.

Picture Mode

Load Settings From

Brightness

Contrast

Tint

Sharpness

Reset Picture Settings

Rename User Mode

Picture -- Basic

S-Video

User 1

EXIT Back

ENTER

ENTER

EXIT Back

Load Settings From

Cinema Mode

Dynamic Mode

Standard Mode

User 1

User 2

User 3

+50

0

Color

+50

+50

+ 3

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Fine-tuning the picture quality

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.

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 Picture 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.

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.

30 50 70

30 50 70

357

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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 remote

control to display the Clarity Control page.

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

• Luma Transmission (Luminance Transmission Improvement):

Enhances picture brightness. The higher the setting, the more

distinct the effect.

• Chroma Transmission (Chroma Transmission Improvement):

Reduces color smear. The higher the setting, the more distinct the

effect.

Selecting a color temperature*

Highlight Color Temperature and select a preferred setting by pressing /

on the projector or remote control.

There are several color temperature settings available.

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

brightness. This setting is suitable for environments where high

brightness is required, such as projecting pictures in well lit rooms.

2. Warm: Makes pictures appear reddish white.

3. Normal: Maintains normal colorings for white.

4. Cool: Makes pictures appear bluish white.

5. User 1/User 2/User 3: Recalls the settings customized in the Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

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

*About color temperatures:

There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes. One of the common methods of

representing white color is known as the “color temperature”. A white color with a low color temperature appears to be

reddish white. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

EXIT Back

Normal

Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

Dynamic Black

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode On

On

On

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

EXIT Back

Normal

Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

ENTER

Clarity Control

Noise Reduction

Detail Enhancement

Luma Transmission

Chroma Transmission

0

3

0

0

2.4

EXIT Back

On

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode On

On

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

EXIT Back

Normal

Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

2.4

Brilliant Color On

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode On

On

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Setting a preferred color temperature

To set a preferred color temperature:

1. Highlight Color Temperature and select User 1, User 2, or User 3 by

pressing / on the projector or remote control.

2. Press to highlight Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning and press

ENTER. The Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning page displays.

The menu name "User_" corresponds with the setting selected

in Color Temperature.

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/BenQ1/BenQ2

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.

Color Temp User 1 Fine Tuning

Red Gain

EXIT Back

Green Gain

Blue Gain

Red Offset

Green Offset

Blue Offset

+50

+50

+50

+50

+50

+50

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

EXIT Back

Normal

Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

On

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode On

On

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

EXIT Back

Normal

Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

On

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode On

On

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Color Management

In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in classroom, meeting

room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where building external windows allow

daylight into the room.

Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture theaters, or

home theaters, should color management be considered. Color management provides fine color control

adjustment to allow for more accurate color reproduction, should you require it.

Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible viewing conditions.

You will need to use a colorimeter (color light meter), and provide a set of suitable source images to

measure color reproduction. These tools are not provided with the projector, however, your projector

supplier should be able to provide you with suitable guidance, or even an experienced professional installer.

The Color Management provides six sets (RGBCMY) of colors to be adjusted 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 and

press ENTER. The Color Management page displays.

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

Red, Ye l l o w , Green, Cyan, Blue, and Magenta.

3. Press to highlight Range and press / to select the color range

you wish to make adjustment. The bigger the range, the more

proportions of its two adjacent colors the color contains.

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.

Press to highlight Saturation and adjust the color saturation level by

pressing / .

If you select Red and set its range at 0, only the saturation of the 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.

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

Setting Film Mode

This feature helps improve picture quality when projecting video image

from a film-sourced DVD.

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

EXIT Back

Normal

Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

2.4

Color Management

Primary Color

Range

Saturation

+15

+15

Magenta

ENTER

EXIT Back

Brilliant Color On

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode On

On

Red Yellow Green

Cyan

Magenta

Blue

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

EXIT Back

Normal

Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

On

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode On

On

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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

highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Aspect Ratio.

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

signal and your display requirements.

About the aspect ratio

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

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.

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

Black Level

Clarity Control

Color Temperature

Picture -- Advanced

S-Video

0 IRE

EXIT Back

Normal

Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

Gamma Selection

Color Management

Brilliant Color

2.4

On

Dynamic Black On

3D Comb Filter

Film Mode On

On

Aspect Ratio

Keystone

Position

Overscan Adjustment

PIP

PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Display

EXIT Back

0

S-Video

Anamorphic

16:9 picture

4:3 picture

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

16:9 picture

Letter Box

format picture

4:3 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

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Operating in a high altitude environment

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.

High Altitude Mode is used when the

environment is higher than 1500m.

Do you want to turn the High Altitude

Mode on?

Yes No

WARNING

Lamp Settings

Baud Rate

High Altitude Mode

Password

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

EXIT Back

S-Video

On

Test Pattern

ISF

HDMI Settings

115200

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Displaying more than one image source

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 di s p lay t h e PIP w i n dow :

• 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.

4. To change the Main Source or Second Source, press to highlight

Main Source or Second Source and press ENTER. The source selection

bar displays.

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

(bigger) or second (smaller) window, and press ENTER to save the

setting and go back to the PIP page.

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

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 Position 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.

Source 2

Source 1 CVBS S-Video

HDMI 1/2 V V

Component 1/2 V V

PC V V

PIP

PIP

Main Source

Second Source

Active Window

Position

Size

On

Main

Top-Right

Large

EXIT Back

ENTER

Aspect Ratio

Keystone

Position

Overscan Adjustment

PIP

PC & Component YPbPr Tuning

Display

EXIT Back

0

S-Video

Anamorphic

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Personalizing the projector menu display

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

not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance.

• Rename User Mode: See "Renaming user modes" on page 27 for details.

• 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. The time length ranges from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second

increments. 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 EXIT.

To lo c k t h e ke y s:

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

highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Key Lock, and press ENTER. The control keys

lock.

To unlock the keys, press and hold EXIT on the projector or remote

control for 5 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.

Lamp Settings

Test Pattern

High Altitude Mode

Password

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

EXIT Back

S-Video

ENTER

Off

HDMI Settings

ISF

Baud Rate 115200

Press button again to power off.

Power Off

Press any other button to cancel

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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

Picture --

Basic

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

Load Settings From

Brightness 0–100

Contrast 0–100

Color 0–100

Tint -20–+20

Sharpness 0–8

Reset Picture Settings

Rename User Mode

Picture --

Advanced

Black Level 0 IRE/7.5 IRE

Clarity Control

Noise Reduction 0/1/2/3

Detail Enhancement 0-5

Luma Transmission 0/1/2

Chroma Transmission 0/1/2

Color Temperature Normal/Cool/Lamp Native/Warm/User 1/User

2/User 3

Color Temperature

User_ Fine Tuning

Red Gain 0–100

Green Gain 0–100

Blue Gain 0–100

Red Offset 0–100

Green Offset 0–100

Blue Offset 0–100

Gamma Selection 1.6/1.8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.5/2.6/2.8/BenQ1/BenQ2

Brilliant Color On/Off

Color Management

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

Range 0–100

Saturation 0–100

Film Mode On/Off

3D Comb Filter On/Off

Dynamic Black On/Off

Display

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

Keystone 2D Keystone

Position

Overscan Adjustment 0/1/2/3

PIP

PIP On/Off

Main Source HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video/S-Video/Component 1/

Component 2/PC

Second Source

Active Window Main/PIP

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

Left

Size Large/Small

PC & Component

YPbPr Tuning

H.Size -15–+15

Phase -15–+15

Auto

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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.

The default values listed in this manual, especially on pages 39-41, are for reference only. They may vary

between the projectors due to the continuous improvement to the products.

System Setup

Language

Splash Screen BenQ/Blue/Black

Projector Position Floor Front/Ceiling Front/Floor Rear/Ceiling

Rear

Auto Off Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/

30 min

Sleep Timer Disable/30 min/60 min/90 min/120 min/150

min/180 min

Background Color Black/Purple/Blue

Menu Settings

Menu Display Time 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/30 sec

Menu Position Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/Bottom-Right/

Bottom-Left

Input Source HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video/S-Video/Component 1/

Component 2/PC

Auto Source Search On/Off

Advanced

Setup

Lamp Settings

Lamp Power Normal/Economic

Reset Lamp Timer

Equivalent Lamp Hour

HDMI Settings HDMI Format

Auto

PC Signal

Video Signal

Baud Rate 2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/38400/57600/

115200

Test Pattern

High Altitude Mode On/Off

Password Password On/Off

Change Password (inputs current password)

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

ISF (inputs current password)

Information

Source

Picture Mode

Resolution

Equivalent Lamp Hour

Firmware Version

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Picture -- Basic menu

Picture -- Advanced menu

Function

(default setting/value) Description

Picture Mode

(Standard)

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

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

page 26 for details.

Load Settings From

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.

Brightness

(50)

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

details.

Contrast

(50)

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

"Adjusting Contrast" on page 28 for details.

Color

(50)

Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video picture.

See "Adjusting Color" on page 28 for details.

Tint

(0)

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

page 28 for details.

Sharpness

(depends on the selected

input source)

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

on page 28 for details.

Reset Picture

Settings

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.

Rename User Mode Renames User 1, User 2, or User 3. See "Renaming user modes" on page 27 for

details.

Function

(default setting/value) Description

Black Level

(0 IRE)

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

page 29 for details.

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

Color Temperature

(depends on the selected

Picture Mode)

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

temperature*" on page 29 for details.

Color Temperature

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

Gamma Selection

(depends on the selected

Picture Mode)

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

Brilliant Color

(On)See "Adjusting Brilliant Color" on page 30 for details.

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

Film Mode

(On)See "Setting Film Mode" on page 31 for details.

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Display menu

System Setup menu

3D Comb Filter

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

Dynamic Black

(On)

Automatically changes the black level of the projected pictures to enhance the

effect of contrast ratio.

Function

(Default setting/value) Description

Aspect Ratio

(Anamorphic)

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.

Keystone

(0)

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

page 25 for details.

Position

(0)

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.

Overscan Adjustment

(depends on the selected

input source)

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.

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

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

PC & Component

YPbPr Tuning

H.Size (0)

Adjusts the horizontal width of the picture.

Phase (0)

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.

Function

(Default setting/value) Description

Language

()

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

menus" on page 22 for details.

Splash Screen

(BenQ logo)

Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-up. You

can choose BenQ logo screen, Blue screen or Black screen.

Projector Position

(Floor Front)

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.

Auto Off

(Disable)

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

"Setting Auto Off" on page 44 for details.

Sleep Timer

(Disable)

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

minutes and 3 hours.

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Advanced Setup menu

Background Color

(Blue)

Allows you to choose the color of the background screen that will be displayed

when there is no input source detected.

Menu Settings

Menu Display Time (10 sec)

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

range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments.

Menu Position (Center)

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

Input Source Selects an input source to be projected. See "Selecting an input source" on

page 21 for details.

Auto Source Search

(Off)

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

(Default setting/value) Description

Lamp Settings

Lamp Power (Normal)

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 47 for details.

Equivalent Lamp Hour

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

page 44 for details.

HDMI Settings

(Auto)

Selects an input source type for the HDMI signal. Auto is the default and

recommended setting. 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.

Baud Rate

(115200)

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.

Test Pattern

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.

High Altitude Mode

(Off)

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

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

Password

Password (Off)

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

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

Change Password

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

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

Key Lock Locks the keys on the projector and remote control except POWER ON/OFF

() and EXIT. See "Locking control keys" on page 36 for details.

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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.

Reset All Settings

Returns all settings to the factory preset values.

The following settings will still remain: names of user modes,

Keystone, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude Mode,

Password, Key Lock, and ISF.

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.

Function Description

Source Shows the current signal source.

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

Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input source.

Equivalent Lamp

Hour Shows the total lamp time used.

Firmware Version 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

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 that normally can last up to 2000-3000 hours with proper usage.

To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menu.

• Setting Lamp 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.

Lamp Settings

Test Pattern

High Altitude Mode

Password

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

EXIT BackS-Video

ENTER

Off

Lamp Settings

Lamp Power

Equivalent Lamp Hour

EXIT Back

Reset Lamp Timer

Economic

HDMI Settings

ISF

Baud Rate 115200

50 hours

Language

Splash Screen

Projector Position

Auto Off

Sleep Timer

Background Color

Menu Settings

Input Source

System Setup

S-Video

English

BenQ

Auto Source Search

EXIT Back

Disable

Disable

Blue

On

Floor Front

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Timing of replacing the lamp

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 48 for details.

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

Replacing the lamp

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

before changing the lamp.

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

the lamp.

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

removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the lens, do

not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.

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

a proper manner.

Status Message

The lamp has been in operation for 2000 hours. Install a new lamp

for optimal performance. If the projector is normally run with

Economic selected (See "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 44),

you may continue to operate the projector until the 2980 hour lamp

warning appears.

Press ENTER to dismiss the message.

The lamp has been in operation for 2980 hours. It is strongly

recommended that you replace the lamp at this age. The lamp is a

consumable item. The lamp brightness diminishes with use. This is

normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp whenever you notice

that the brightness level has significantly diminished. If the lamp is

not replaced beforehand, it should be replaced after 2980 hours

usage.

Press ENTER to dismiss the message.

The lamp has been in operation for 3000 hours. The lamp MUST be

replaced before the projector will operate normally.

Press ENTER to dismiss the message.

OK

NOTICE: Order replacement lamp

Lamp > 2000hrs

Order a new lamp at

lamp.benq.com

WARNING

OK

NOTICE: Replace lamp soon

Lamp > 2980hrs

Order a new lamp at

lamp.benq.com

WARNING

NOTICE: Replace lamp now

Lamp > 3000hrs

Lamp-usage time exceeded

Replace lamp (refer to User’s Manual)

then reset lamp timer.

Order a new lamp at

lamp.benq.com

OK

WARNING

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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 36 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.

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

• 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.

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

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".

Lamp Settings

HDMI Settings

High Altitude Mode

Password

Key Lock

Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

EXIT BackS-Video

ENTER

Off

Lamp Settings

Lamp Power

Equivalent Lamp Hour

ENTER

EXIT Back

Reset Lamp Timer

Reset Lamp Timer?

Reset Cancel

WARNING

Normal

Test Pattern

ISF

Baud Rate 115200

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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

When the projector is in an abnormal state

Power Temp Lamp Status & Description

Orange Off Off Stand-by mode

Green

Flashing Off Off Powering up

Green Off Off Normal operation

Orange

Flashing Off Off

• 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.

Power Temp Lamp Status & Description

Off Off Red • The lamp has been damaged. Please contact your local BenQ

customer center for purchasing a new lamp.

Orange Off Red

• The lamp is not properly attached.

• The lamp has been damaged. Please contact your local BenQ

customer center for purchasing a new lamp.

Off Red Off

The fans are not working.

The projector has shut down

automatically. If you try to re-

start the projector, it will shut

down again. Please contact your

dealer for assistance.

Off Red Red

Off Red Green

Off Red Orange

Off Green Red Fan sensors error

Fans do not rotate during

powering up.

Off Green Orange

Off Orange Red

Red Red Red

Thermal condition error

Red Red Green

Red Red Orange

Green Red Red

Green Red Green

Green Red Orange

Orange Red Red 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.

Orange Red Green

Orange Red Orange

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Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Remedy

The projector does not

turn on.

There is no power from the power

cable.

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.)

Attempting to turn the projector on

again during the cooling process.

Wait until the cooling down process has

completed.

The lamp cover is not securely

attached. Correctly attach the lamp cover. (See page 45.)

No picture.

The video source is not turned on or

connected correctly.

Turn the video source on and check that the

signal cable is connected correctly. (See page

17.)

The projector is not correctly

connected to the input source device. Check the connection. (See page 17.)

The input source has not been

correctly selected.

Select the correct input source with the Source

keys on the remote control or SOURCE on the

projector. (See page 21.)

Image is unstable.

The connection cables are not securely

connected to the projector or the

signal source.

Correctly connect the cables to the

appropriate terminals. (See page 17.)

Picture is blurred.

The projection lens is not correctly

focused.

Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus

ring. (See page 21.)

The projector and the screen are not

aligned properly.

Adjust the projection angle and direction as

well as the height of this projector if necessary.

(See page 25.)

Remote control does

not work correctly.

The batteries are out of power. Replace both of the batteries with new ones.

(See page 7.)

There is an obstacle between the

remote control and the projector. Remove the obstacle. (See page 7.)

You are too far away from the

projector.

Stand within 8 meters (26.2 feet) of the

projector. (See page 7.)

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Specifications

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Optical

Projection system Single-chip DLPTM system.

DMD chip 0.65" DLP (1920 x 1080)

Lens F = 2.48 to 2.83, f = 24.1 to 36.14 mm

Projection screen size 28" to 300"

Lamp 280W

Electrical

Compatibility PC: 640 x 400 to 1920 x 1200

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

(720p/1080i/1080p)

DDC 2B

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

Terminals

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

HDMI (V. 1.3) x 2

Component Video (Y/CB/CR, Y/PB/PR) x 1

Component Video (Y/CB/CR, Y/PB/PR) x 1 (shared with RGB input)

Composite Video x 1

S-Video x 1

Output

Control

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, 3.9A, 50-60Hz (Automatic)

Power consumption Max. 430W; 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

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

Ceiling mount installation

428

317 145

178.98

221.98

239.89

492

502.87

395.4

362.4

422.49

284

225

235101.49

Ceiling mount screws:

M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm)

Unit: mm

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Timing chart

Supported timing for PC input

Format Resolution Refresh rate

(Hz)

H. Frequency

(KHz)

Pixel Frequency

(MHz)

720 x 400 720 x 400 70.087 31.469 28.3221

640 x 480 640 x 480

59.94 31.469 25.175

72.809 37.861 31.5

75 37.5 31.5

85.008 43.269 36

800 x 600 800 x 600

56.25 35.156 36

60.317 37.879 40

72.188 48.077 50

75 46.875 49.5

85.061 53.674 56.25

1024 x 768 1024 x 768

60.004 48.363 65

70.069 56.476 75

75.029 60.023 78.75

84.997 68.667 94.5

1024 x 576 1024 x 576 60 35.82 46.996

1024 x 600 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419

1152 x 864 1152 x 864 75 67.5 108

1280 x 768 1280 x 768

60 47.396 68.25

59.87 47.776 79.5

74.893 60.289 102.25

84.837 68.633 117.5

1280 x 800 1280 x 800

59.81 49.702 83.5

74.934 62.795 106.5

84.88 71.554 122.5

1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024

60.02 63.981 108

75.025 79.976 135

85.024 91.146 157.5

1280 x 960 1280 x 960 60 60 108

85.002 85.938 148.5

1360 x 768 1360 x 768 60.015 47.712 85.5

1440 x 900 1440 x 900

60 55.469 88.75

59.887 55.935 106.5

74.984 70.635 136.75

84.842 80.43 157

1400 x 1050 1400 x 1050 59.978 65.317 121.75

1600 x 1200 1600 x 1200 60 75 162

1680 x 1050 1680 x 1050 59.883 64.674 119

59.954 65.29 146.25

1920 x 1200 1920 x 1200 59.95 74.038 154

640 x 480@67Hz

(MAC13) 640 x 480@67Hz 66.667 35 30.24

832 x 624@75Hz

(MAC16) 832 x 624@75Hz 74.546 49.722 57.28

1024 x 768@75Hz

(MAC19) 1024 x 768@75Hz 75.02 60.241 80

1152 x 870@75Hz

(MAC21) 1152 x 870@75Hz 75.06 68.68 100

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Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input

Supported timing for EDTV and HDTV (via Component inputs)

Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs

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

480i 720 x 480 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 27/27.027 16:9

480p 720 x 480 59.94/60 31.469/31.5 27/27.027 16:9

576i 720 x 576 50 15.625 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

720/60p 1280 x 720 59.939/60 44.955/45 74.175/74.25 16:9

1080/50i 1920 x 1080 50 28.125 74.25 16:9

1080/60i 1920 x 1080 59.939/60 33.716/33.75 74.175/74.25 16:9

1080/24P 1920 x 1080 23.976/24 26.973/27 74.175/74.25 16:9

1080/25P 1920 x 1080 25 28.125 74.25 16:9

1080/30P 1920 x 1080 29.97/30 33.716/33.75 74.175/74.25 16:9

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

1080/60P 1920 x 1080 59.939/60 67.432/67.5 148.35/148.5 16:9

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

Format Resolution Refresh rate

(Hz) H. Freq. (KHz) Pixel Freq.

(MHz)

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

54 Warranty and Copyright information

English

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

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

from country to country.

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

Copyright

Copyright © 2009 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.

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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Regulation statements

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Regulation statements

FCC statement (for United States users)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation.

CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and

used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more

of the following measures:

—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

—Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.

—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

EEC statement (for European users)

This machine was tested against the 89/336/EEC (European Economic Community) for EMC (Electro

Magnetic Compatibility) and fulfills these requirements.

MIC statement

B class equipment (Household purpose info/telecommunications equipment)

As this equipment has undergone EMC registration for household purpose, this product can be used in any

area including residential areas.

WEEE directive

Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in private households in the European

Union.

This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this can not be disposed of as

household waste. You must dispose of your waste equipment by handling it over to the

applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For

more information about recycling of this equipment, please contact your city office, the

shop where you purchased the equipment or your household waste disposal service. The

recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in

a manner that protects human health and environment.

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Accessibility Requirements for Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 508

BenQ's commitment to accessible products allows us to support government in making accessible

technology choices BenQ's LCD monitors and projectors are compliant with Section 508 guidelines by

including the assistive features as below:

• BenQ's monitors have colored "Power" indicators. While the indicator shows green, it means that the

monitor is using the full power. While the indicator shows yellow or amber, it means that the monitor

is in suspend or sleep mode and is using less than 2 watts of electricity.

• BenQ's monitors have a variety of settings of pre-programmed flicker-free timing to make the screen

shown on the monitor readily accessible. The default timing setting is automatically turned on every

time the monitor is powered up, and thus reduces the hassle of user intervention.

• BenQ's monitors and projectors have options for brightness and contrast adjustments that text and

images could be displayed differently to meet the demands of the visually impaired. Other similar

adjustments are also available by using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls on the products.

• BenQ's monitors and projectors include user-selectable color controls, such as color temperature

selections (Monitor: 5800K, 6500K and 9300K, Projector: 5500K, 6500K, 7500K and 9300K), with a

wide range of contrast levels.

• BenQ's multimedia monitors and projectors usually have one or two speakers for audio performance

which allow users (including hearing impaired) to interact with the computer systems connected.

Speaker controls are typically located on the front-panel.

• Firmware of BenQ's monitors and projectors contain unique product information that helps computer

systems to identify BenQ products and activate their Plug-and-Play function when connected.

• All BenQ's monitors and projectors are compatible with the PC99 standard. For example, connectors

are color-coded to help users easily connecting products to computer systems correctly.

• Some models of BenQ's monitors and projectors contain additional USB and DVI ports for connection

to more devices such as a special headphone to assist the hearing impaired.

• All BenQ monitors and projectors come with user manuals on compact discs which could be easily read

by commercial software such as Adobe Reader via a connected computer system. These documents are

also available on the BenQ's web site (www.BenQ.com). Other types of documents may be available

upon requests.

• BenQ's customer service provides answers and assistance to all our customers through phone calls,

facsimiles, e-mails, or web sites.