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1. Operation 35 36 Using the teaching templates The projector provides several preset patterns for various teaching purposes To activate the pattern l Open the OSD menu and go to the DISPLAY gt Teaching Template menu and press A V to select Blackboard or Whiteboard 2 Press lt 4 to choose the pattern you need Press MODE ENTER to activate the pattern Teaching Whiteboard Blackboard Template Letter Formation Worksheet Coordinate Chart Operation Shutting down the projector l Press D POWER OFF and a confirmation message will display prompting you If you don t respond in a few seconds the message will disappear 2 Press 0 POWER or OFF a second time The POWER indicator light flashes orange the projection lamp shuts down and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector To protect the lamp the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process To shorten the cooling time you can also activate the Quick cooling function See Quick Cooling on page 45 for details 3 the cooling process finishes a Power Off Ring Tone will be heard The POWER indicator light is a steady orange and fans stop Disconnect the pow
2. 35 Using the teaching templates 36 Shutting down the projector 37 Direct power 37 Menu operation 38 Maintenance 49 Care of the projector 49 Lamp information 50 Troubleshooting 56 Specifications 57 Projector specifications 57 Dimensions 58 Ceiling mount installation 58 Wall mount installation 59 Timing chart eee 62 Warranty and Copyright information 66 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 Safety Instructions Please read this manual before you operate your projector Save it for future reference Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation The intense light beam may damage your eyes Refer servicing to qualified service personnel Always open the lens shutter if any or remove the lens cap if any when the projector lamp is s
3. Cr Supported timing for 3D signal in Frame Sequential format Displaying 1080i 1125i 60Hz or 1080i 1 125i S50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration Supported timing for Video and S Video inputs Video mode Horizontal Vertical Frequency Color sub carrier Frequency kHz Hz Frequency MHz NTSC 15 73 60 3 58 PAL 15 63 50 4 43 SECAM 15 63 50 4 25 or 4 41 PAL M 15 73 60 3 58 PAL N 15 63 50 3 58 PAL 60 15 73 60 4 43 NTSC4 43 15 73 60 4 43 C Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format Specifications 65 Warranty and Copyright information 66 Limited 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 4920 feet and avoiding to operate the projector in a dusty e
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 When you carry the projector yourself please use the original box or a carry bag Maintenance 49 50 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 To obtain the lamp hour information I Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced menu 2 Press Y to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE ENTER The Lamp Settings page displays 3 You will see the Equivalent Lamp information displaying on the menu 4 To leave the menu press MENU EXIT You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu Extending lamp life The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 3000 4000 hours with proper usage To keep the lamp life as long as possible you can do the following settings via the OSD menu Setting the Lamp Mode Setting the projector in Economic SmartEco LampSave or LumenCare mode extends the lamp operation life To set Economic SmartEco LampSave or LumenCare mode go into the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced gt Lamp Settings gt Lamp Mode menu and press lt gt Lamp mode Description Normal Provides full lamp brightness Economic Lowe
5. BenQ MX823ST MW824ST Digital Projector User Manual Table of contents Important safety instructions Introduction 7 Projector features 7 Shipping contents 8 Projector exterior view 9 Controls and functions 10 Positioning your projector 14 Choosing a location 14 Obtaining a preferred projected image Connecting video source devices 18 Connecting smart devices 19 Operation 20 Starting up the projector 20 Adjusting the projected image 21 Using the 23 Securing the projector 24 Switching input signal 26 Magnifying and searching for details 27 Selecting the aspect ratio 27 Optimizing the image 29 Setting the presentation timer 32 Remote paging operations 33 Freezing the Hiding the Locking control keys Operating in a high altitude environment Adjusting the sound 2 Table of contents Using the test
6. 832 x 624 75Hz MAC16 74 546 49 722 57 280 1024 x 768 75Hz MAC19 75 020 60 241 80 000 1152 x 870 75Hz MAC21 75 06 68 68 100 00 Supported timing for 3D signal in Frame Sequential Top Bottom and Side by Side formats Supported timing for 3D signal in Frame Sequential format Supported timing for 3D signal in Top Bottom and Side by Side formats Specifications 63 The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphic card limitations It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen Vertical Horizontal Pixel Timing Resolution Frequency Frequency Frequency Remark Hz kHz MHz 480i 720 x 480 59 94 15 73 27 HDMI only 480p 720 x 480 59 94 31 47 27 HDMI only 576i 720 x 576 50 15 63 27 HDMI DVI 576p 720 x 576 50 31 25 27 HDMI DVI 720 50p 1280 x 720 50 37 5 74 25 HDMI DVI 720 60p 1280 x 720 60 45 00 74 25 HDMI DVI 1080 50i 1920 x 1080 50 28 13 74 25 HDMI DVI 1080 60i 1920 x 1080 60 33 75 74 25 HDMI DVI 1080 24P 1920 x 1080 24 27 74 25 HDMI DVI 1080 25P 1920 x 1080 25 28 13 74 25 HDMI DVI 1080 30P 1920 x 1080 30 33 75 74 25 HDMI DVI 1080 50P 1920 x 1080 50 56 25 148 5 HDMI DVI 1080 60P 71920 x 1080 60 67 5 148 5 HDMI DVI C Supported timing for 3D signal in Frame Sequential format Supported timing for 3D signal in Top Bottom Frame Packing and Side by Side formats Supported timing for 3D
7. StarBoard FX 77 Image Diagonal inches 64 77 64 78 78 63 77 Image Height mm 975 1173 975 1189 1181 960 1173 Image Width mm 1300 1565 1300 1585 1575 1280 1565 Distance from floor to bottom of image mm 900 900 900 900 900 900 900 Distance from screen surface to projector rear case mm 790 950 790 970 970 780 950 Distance from top case to the top of image mm 94 124 94 126 126 92 124 Distance from top of wall mount to ceiling mm 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 Minimum Ceiling Height mm 2347 2575 2347 2593 2585 2330 2575 Specifications 59 60 Specifications ini screen mum Ceiling Height mm f H b 60 274 c Ceiling Distance from floor to bottom of image oor The dimensions are based on the BenQ wall mount P N 5J J4R 10 001 Projection area 20 60 150 180 Wall plate All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently
8. 419 Notebook timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 60 60 45 000 74 250 1280 x 768 1280 x 768 60 59 87 47 776 79 5 WXGA_60 59 810 49 702 83 500 WXGA_75 74 934 62 795 106 500 1280 x 800 WXGA_85 84 880 71 554 122 500 WXGA 120 Reduce Blanking 119 909 101 563 146 25 SXGA 60 60 020 63 981 108 000 1280 x 1024 SXGA 75 75 025 79 976 135 000 SXGA 85 85 024 91 146 157 500 1280 x 960 60 60 000 60 000 108 000 1209 X 990 1280 x 960_85 85 002 85 938 148 500 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60 60 015 47 712 85 5 1440 x 900 WXGA _60 59 887 55 935 106 500 1400 x 1050 SXGA _60 59 978 65 317 121 750 1600 x 1200 UXGA 60 000 75 000 162 000 1680 x 1050 1680x1050_60 59 954 65 29 146 25 640 x 480 67Hz MAC13 66 667 35 000 30 240 832 x 624 75Hz MAC16 74 546 49 722 57 280 1024 x 768 75Hz MAC19 74 93 60 241 80 000 1152 870 75 2 21 75 060 68 680 100 000 Supported timing for 3D signal in Top Bottom and Side by Side formats Specifications Supported timing for 3D signal in Frame Sequential Top Bottom and Side by Side formats Supported timing for 3D signal in Frame Sequential format The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphic card limitations It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen Supported timing for HDMI HDCP input Vertical Horizontal Pixel Resolution Mode F
9. N 2 In some countries the line voltage is NOT stable This projector is designed to operate safely within a mains voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC but could fail if power cuts or surges of 10 volts occur In areas where the mains voltage may fluctuate or cut out it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer surge protector or uninterruptible power supply UPS Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the projector is under operation as this could cause the objects to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire To temporarily turn off the lamp press ECO BLANK Important safety instructions 3 4 Safety Instructions Continued 7 9 The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause them to break on rare occasions Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged 0 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall sustaining serious damage 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
10. availability of matching terminals on both the projector and the video source device as described below Terminal name Terminal appearance Picture quality HDMI MHL Component Video damp S Video Good Video C Normal Connecting audio The projector has built in speaker s which are designed to provide basic audio functionality accompanying data presentations for business purposes only They are not designed for nor intended for stereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in home theater or home cinema applications The built in speaker s will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected Cr The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio even if a stereo audio input is connected See Connecting audio on page 18 for details If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected check that the video source device is turned on and operating correctly Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly Connection Connecting smart devices The projector can project the content directly from a MHL compatible smart device Using a HDMI to Micro USB cable or a HDMI to Micro USB adaptor you can connect your smart devices to the projector and then enjoy your content on the big screen CZ Some smart devices may not be compatible to the cable that you use Please consult the manufa
11. from electronics stores The connection illustrations below are for reference only The rear connecting jacks available on the projector vary with each projector model Notebook or desktop computer AN device lt U VGA cable 6 Audio L R cable VGA to DVI A cable 7 S Video cable USB cable 8 Video cable HDMI cable 9 Audio cable Component Video to VGA D Sub 0 HDMI Micro USB cable adapter cable Connection 17 18 Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector Usually a key combo like FN F3 or CRT LCD key turns the external display on off Locate a function key labeled CRT LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously Refer to your notebook s documentation to find your notebook s key combination The D Sub output only works when an appropriate D Sub input is made to the COMPUTER 1I jack If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode make sure the Monitor Out function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced menu See Standby Settings on page 47 for details Connecting video source devices You need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the connecting methods however each provides a different level of video quality The method you choose will most likely depend upon the
12. install it so as to make allowance for this projector s optical characteristics This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location The dimensions supplied are offered as a guide only and may differ depending on several factors relating to any specific installation The dimensions are based on the projector being configured with zero keystone correction The dimensions assume that the wall mount arm is positioned 90 from the bottom case of projector and screen surface Specifications 61 Timing chart 62 Cr Supported timing for PC input Vertical Horizontal Pixel Resolution Mode Frequency Frequency Frequency Hz kHz MHz VGA 60 59 940 31 469 25 175 VGA 72 72 809 37 861 31 500 640x 490 VGA_75 75 000 37 500 31 500 VGA_85 85 008 43 269 36 000 720 x 400 720x400 70 70 087 31 469 28 3221 SVGA 60 60 317 37 879 40 000 SVGA 72 72 188 48 077 50 000 SVGA 75 75 000 46 875 49 500 800600 SVGA 85 85 061 53 674 56 250 SVGA 120 Reduce Blanking 119 854 77 425 83 000 XGA 60 60 004 48 363 65 000 XGA 70 70 069 56 476 75 000 XGA 75 75 029 60 023 78 750 1021965 XGA_85 84 997 68 667 94 500 XGA_120 Reduce Blanking 119 989 97 551 115 5 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75 67 5 108 1024 576 Bena 60 0 35 820 46 966 Notebook_timing 1024 x 600 Bang 64 995 41 467 51
13. only user serviceable part is the lamp which has its own removable cover Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel When the projector is under operation you may sense some heated air and odor from its ventilation grill It is a normal phenomenon and not a product defect Important safety instructions Safety Instructions Continued 13 Do not place this projector in any of the following environments Space that is poorly ventilated or confined Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector Locations where temperatures may become excessively high such as the inside of a car with all windows rolled up Locations where excessive humidity dust or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components shorten the projector s life span and darken the image Locations near fire alarms Locations with an ambient temperature above 40 104 Locations where the altitudes are higher than 3000 m 10000 feet 3000 m 10000 feet 0 feet 5 Do not block the ventilation holes Do not place this projector on a blanket bedding or any other soft surface Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any other item Do not place inflammables near the projector so If the ventilation holes are seriously obs
14. shock always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cord 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 To assure optimal performance from the projector it is recommended that you purchase a qualified projector lamp for lamp replacement If lamp replacement is performed while the projector is suspended upside down from the ceiling make sure that no one is underneath the lamp socket to avoid any possible injury or damage to the human eyes caused by fractured lamp Ensure good ventilation when handling broken lamps We recommend that you use respirators safety glasses goggles or face shield and wear protective clothing such as gloves Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet If the lamp is hot avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled Loosen the screw s that secures the lamp cover on the side of the projector until the lamp cover loo
15. the desired speed Red Green off Fan 3 error the actual fan speed is 25 outside the desired speed Green Red Off Temperature error over limited temperature Green Red Off Thermal sensor open error Flashing Green Green Off Thermal sensor short error Green Thermal IC I 12 error connection error Flashing Green Flashing Red Off Temperature 2 error over limited temperature Green Red Flashing Flashing Off Thermal Sensor 2 open error rapi Green Off Thermal Sensor 2 short error Flashing Green Green M Off Thermal IC 2 I2C Connection error Flashing Flashing Maintenance 55 Troubleshooting 56 The projector does not turn on Cause Remedy There is no power from the power cord Plug the power cord into the AC power jack on the projector and plug the power cord into the power outlet If the power outlet has a switch make sure that it is switched on Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process Wait until the cooling down process has completed 0 picture Cause Remedy The video source is not turned on or connected correctly Turn the video source on and check that the signal cable is connected correctly The projector is not correctly connected to the input signal device Check the connection The input signal has not been correctly selected Select the correct input signal with the SOURCE key on the pr
16. the numeric buttons when asked to enter the password 4 Confirm the new password by re entering the _ MENU Back new password Once the password is set the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page 5 To activate the Power On Lock function press A W to highlight Power On Lock and press lt P to select On When the Power On Lock function is activated you have to enter the correct password to turn on the projector 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 To leave the OSD menu press MENU EXIT Operation 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 password error message as pictured to the right displays lasting for 3 seconds and the INPUT PASSWORD message 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 25 for details If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succe
17. 15 9 picture 8 4 3 picture G 0 16 9 picture 4 3 picture 16 9 picture O 16 10 Optimizing the image Using Wall Color In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which may not be white the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture s colors to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures To use this function go to the DISPLAY gt Wall Color menu and press lt P gt to select a color which is closest to the color of the projection surface There are several precalibrated colors to choose from Light Yellow Pink Light Green Blue and Blackboard Selecting a picture mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal picture type To select an operation mode that suits your need you can follow one of the following steps Press MODE ENTER on the projector or remote control repeatedly until your desired mode is selected Go to the PICTURE gt Picture Mode menu and press lt P gt to select a desired mode l Dynamic mode Maximizes the brightness of the projected image This mode is suitable for environments where extra high brightness is required such as using the Projector
18. 3 Press to highlight the item you want to change and adjust the values by pressing lt gt R Gain G Gain B Gain Adjusts the contrast levels of Red Green and Blue R Offset G Offset B Offset Adjusts the brightness levels of Red Green and Blue 4 Press MENU EXIT to exit and save the settings 3D 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 When you select each color you can independently adjust its range and saturation according to your preference If you have purchase
19. 7 120 3048 1615 2585 1267 81 150 3810 2019 3231 1583 101 180 4572 2423 3877 1900 121 200 5080 2692 4308 2111 135 220 5588 2962 4739 2322 148 240 6096 3231 5169 2533 162 270 6858 3635 5816 2850 182 300 7620 4039 6462 3166 202 For example if you are using an 120 screen the recommended projection distance is 1267 mm and the vertical offset is 81 mm If your measured projection distance is 2 5 m 2500 mm the closest match in the b Distance from screen column is 2533 mm Looking across this row shows that a 240 about 6 1 m screen is required CZ All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently install it so as to make allowance for this projector s optical characteristics This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location Positioning your projector Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector be sure to 2 3 de Ro Turn all equipment off before making any connections Use the correct signal cables for each source Ensure the cables are firmly inserted In the connections shown below some cables may not be included with the projector see Shipping contents on page 8 They are commercially available
20. EM SETUP Basic gt Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off Press MODE ENTER A confirmation message displays 2 Highlight Yes and press MODE ENTER to confirm You will see the message Timer is Off displaying on the screen Remote paging operations Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using the paging function See Connection on page 17 for details You can operate your display software program on a connected PC which responds to page up down commands like Microsoft PowerPoint by pressing PAGE PAGE on the remote control If remote paging function doesn t work check if the USB connection is correctly made and the mouse driver on your computer is updated to the latest version C The remote paging function cannot work with Microsoft Windows 98 operating system Windows XP or higher operating systems are recommended Freezing the image Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image The word FREEZE will display in the upper left corner of the screen To release the function press any key on the projector or remote control CF If your remote control has the following keys please note that they cannot be pressed to release the function LASER PAGE PAGE Even if an image is frozen on the screen the pictures are running on the video or other device If the connected devices have active audio output you will still hear the audio even though the image is frozen ons
21. Wired LAN Subnet Mask Network Default Gateway Settings DNS Server Apply ATDS Device On off Discovery MAC Address Reset All Settings Source Picture Mode 6 Lamp Mode INFORMA Current System Status TION Resolution 3D Format Color System Equivalent Lamp Firmware Version 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 Operation Description of each menu Function Description nu uu AV IdSIG 1 Wall Color Corrects the projected picture s color when the projection surface is not white See Using Wall Color on page 29 for details Aspect Ratio There are several options to set the image s aspect ratio depending on your input signal source See Selecting the aspect ratio on page 27 for details Corrects any keystoning of the image See Correcting keystone on Keystone page 22 for details Displays the position adjustment page To move the projected image use the directional arrow keys The values shown on the lower Position position of the page change with every key press you made until they reach their maximum or minimum CF This function is only available when a PC signal analog RGB is selected Adjusts the clock phase to reduce image distortion Phase Cr This function is only available when a PC sign
22. ake Speaker grill Front IR remote sensor 9 Projection lens 10 Lens cap Il AC power jack 12 RS232 control port 13 RJ45 LAN input jack 14 USB mini B type port 15 Rear IR remote sensor l6 HDMI MHL input port Rear lower side 17 RGB signal output jack 18 RGB PC Component Video YPbPr YCbCr signal input jack 19 S Video input jack Video input jack 20 Audio L R input jacks 21 Audio 1 2 input jacks Audio output jack 22 Kensington anti theft lock slot 23 Rear adjuster foot 24 Front adjuster foot 25 Ceiling mount holes 26 PointWrite module mounting hole 27 Security bar Introduction 9 Controls and functions Projector I Focus ring 10 Adjusts the focus of the projected image 2 LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem 3 MENU EXIT Turns on the On Screen Display OSD 12 menu Goes back to previous OSD menu exits and saves menu settings 4 Decreases the projector volume 5 MODE ENTER Selects an available picture setup mode 3 Activates the selected On Screen Display OSD menu item 6 ECO BLANK Used to hide the screen picture 7 Keystone Arrow keys g A Up Ol Y Down Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection 8 TEMP Temperature warning lig
23. al analog RGB is selected Adjusts the horizontal width of the image H Size CF This function is only available when a PC signal analog RGB is selected Digital Zoom Magnifies or reduces the projected image See Magnifying and searching for details on page 27 for details Operation 41 Function Description This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies videos and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D images 3D Mode The default setting is Auto and the projector automatically chooses an appropriate 3D format when detecting 3D contents If the projector cannot recognize the 3D format press lt P gt to choose a 3D mode CF When the 3D function is on 57 The brightness level of the projected image will decrease The Picture Mode cannot be adjusted 7 3D The Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees E 3D Sync Invert gt When you discover the inversion of the image depth enable this function to correct the problem Apply 3D Settings After the 3D settings are saved you can decide if you would like to apply them by choosing a set of 3D settings that you have saved Once applied the projector will automatically play the incoming 3D contents if it matches the 3D settings saved CT Only the of 3D settings with memorized data is availabl
24. and you want to make most use of the screen without altering the image s aspect ratio Real The image is projected as its original resolution and resized to fit within the display area For input signals with lower resolutions the projected image will display smaller than if resized to full screen You could adjust the zoom setting or move the projector towards the screen to increase the image size if necessary You may also need to refocus the projector after making these adjustments 4 3 Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 4 3 aspect ratio This is most suitable for 4 3 images like some computer monitors standard definition TV and 4 3 aspect DVD movies as it displays them without aspect alteration 16 9 Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 16 9 aspect ratio This is most suitable for images which are already in a 16 9 aspect like high definition TY as it displays them without aspect alteration 16 10 Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 16 10 aspect ratio This is most suitable for images which are already in a 16 10 aspect as it displays them without aspect alteration Operation OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas In the pictures below the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas MX823ST 8245 Q gt a
25. as electric shock and fire 2 Press 0 POWER or 1 ON to start the projector As soon as the lamp lights up a Power On Ring Tone will be heard The POWER indicator light flashes green and stays green when the projector is on The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds In the later stage of start up a startup logo is projected If necessary Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness To turn off the ring tone see Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone on page 35 for details CF If the projector is still hot from previous activity it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90 seconds before energizing the lamp 3 If the projector is activated for the first time select your OSD language following the on screen instructions 4 If you are prompted for a password press the 1 Dansk arrow keys to enter a six digit password See Utilizing the password function on page 24 for details 5 Switch all of the connected equipment on 6 The projector will start to search for input signals The current input signal being scanned displays in the upper left corner of the screen If the projector doesn t detect a valid signal the message No Signal will continue displaying until an input signal is found Portugu s suomi You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your desired input signal See Switching input signal on page 26 for details CZ If the fre
26. ation Guide for details Network AMX Device Discovery Setti When AMX Device Discovery is On the projector can be detected ettings by AMX controller MAC Address Displays the mac address of this projector Returns all settings to the factory preset values Reset All The following settings will still remain Keystone Phase H Size User I Cr uk Settings User 2 Reference Mode Color Space Conversion Language Projector Installation High Altitude Mode Security Settings Network Settings and Baud Rate Operation 47 Function Description Source Shows the current signal source Picture Mode o Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu z Lamp Mode T Shows the current lamp mode c t Resolution S urren Shows the native resolution of the input signal stem SE 3D Format Shows the current 3D mode 2 5 Color System Shows input system format 2 Equivalent Lamp Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used Firmware Version Shows the firmware version of your projector 48 Operation Maintenance Care of the projector Your projector needs little maintenance The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the lens and case clean Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface Please be sure to turn off the pr
27. cally searches for the available signals Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals To select the source Computer1 YPbPri l Press SOURCE on the projector or remote control source selection bar displays 2 Press A V until your desired signal is selected Computer2 YPbPr2 and press MODE ENTER Once detected the selected source information will display at the corner of the screen for seconds If there is multiple equipment connected to the projector repeat steps 2 to search for another signal HDMI MHL Video S Video accordingly when you switch between different input signals Data graphic PC presentations using mostly static images are generally brighter than Video using mostly moving images movies The native display resolution of this projector is in a 4 3 MX823ST 16 10 MW824ST aspect ratio For best display picture results you should select and use an input signal which outputs at this resolution Any other resolutions will be scaled by the projector depending upon the aspect ratio setting which may cause some image distortion or loss of picture clarity See Selecting the aspect ratio on page 27 for details Changing Color Space In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector s HDMI MHL input and the projected picture displays wrong colors please change the colo
28. creen Operation 33 34 Hiding the image In order to draw the audience s full attention to the presenter you can use ECO BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image When this function is activated with an audio input connected the audio can still be heard You can set the blank time in the SYSTEM SETUP Basic gt Operation Settings gt Blank Timer menu to let the projector return the image automatically after a period of time when there is no action taken on the blank screen If the preset time spans are not suitable for your presentation select Disable No matter Blank Timer is activated or not you can press most of the keys on the projector or remote control to restore the picture Locking control keys With the control keys on the projector locked you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally by children for example When the Panel Key Lock is on no control keys on the projector will operate except POWER l Goto the SYSTEM SETUP Basic gt Panel Key Lock menu and select On by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control A confirmation message displays 2 Highlight Yes and press MODE ENTER to confirm To release panel key lock use the remote control to enter the SYSTEM SETUP Basic gt Panel Key Lock menu and press lt P gt to select Off Keys on the remote control are still active when panel key lock is enabled If you turn off the projector
29. cturer of your smart device for detailed information Using a HDMI to Micro USB cable l Take a HDMI to Micro USB cable and connect one end to the HDMI input connector on the projector 2 Connect the other end to the Micro USB output socket on your smart device 3 Switch to the HDMI MHL input source To switch input signal see Switching input signal on page 26 for details Ere L E m 0 a os em 99 Ses J U V w irpi Using a HDMI to Micro USB adaptor and a cable l Take a HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI input connector on the projector 2 Connect the other to the HDMI input socket on the adaptor 3 Connect the other of the adaptor to the Micro USB output socket on your smart device 4 Switch to the HDMI MHL input source To switch input signal see Switching input signal on page 26 for details Power Connection 19 Operation Starting up the projector l Plug the power cord into the projector and into a power outlet Turn on the power outlet switch where fitted Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied Please use the original accessories e g power cord only with the device to avoid possible dangers such
30. d a test disc which contains various color test patterns and can be used to test the color presentation on monitors TVs projectors etc you can project any image from the disc on the screen and enter the 3D Color Management menu to make adjustments To adjust the settings l Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management 2 Pres MODE ENTER on the projector or remote control and the 3D Color Management page displays 3 Highlight Primary Color and press 4 gt to select a color from among Red Yellow Green Cyan Blue or Magenta 4 Press V to highlight Hue and press lt gt to select its range Increase in the range will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors Operation 31 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 in the projected picture will be selected Increasing its range will include red close to yellow and red close to magenta Press Y to highlight Saturation and adjust Magenta its values to your preference by pressing 4 Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately For example if you select Red and set its value at 0 only the saturation of pure red will be affected C Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture Lower settings produce less saturated colors setting of 0 removes that color from the image ent
31. e Save 3D Settings When you have successfully displayed the 3D contents after making the appropriate adjustments you can enable this function and choose a set of 3D settings to memorize current 3D settings Teachin 5 See Using the teaching templates on page 36 for details Template 42 Operation Function Description AYN Lld Z Picture Mode Pre defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector image set up to suit your program type See Selecting a picture mode on page 29 for details Reference Mode Selects a picture mode that best suits your need for the image quality and further fine tune the image based on the selections listed on the same page below See Setting the User User 2 mode on page 29 for details Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the image See Adjusting Brightness on page 30 for details Contrast Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the image See Adjusting Contrast on page 30 for details Color Adjusts the color saturation level the amount of each color in a video image See Adjusting Color on page 30 for details c This function is only available when a Video S Video or Component Video signal is selected Tint Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image See Adjusting Tint on page 30 for details Cr This function is only available when a Video or S Video signal is selected and the system
32. e length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key ow press Menu Position ets the On Screen Displa menu position 3 Settings Sets the On Screen Display OSD p 2 44 Operation Function Description Direct Power On Allows the projector to turn on automatically once the power is fed through the power cord Signal Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing 1 POWER or JON when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable Auto Power Off Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time See Setting Auto Power Off on page 50 for details A Operation Quick Cooling n Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function Selecting On enables lt Settings dide O the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal 90 second duration to approximately 15 seconds m x This function is only available when Instant Restart is off cr y m Instant Restart Selecting On enables you to restart the projector immediately within S 90 seconds after turning it off Blank Timer g Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated once A elapsed the image will return to the screen See Hiding the image on 3 page 34 for details 5 Sets the auto shutdown timer Remote Allows you to enable all the remote receivers o
33. ed Operation 29 30 6 Press Y to select a menu item to be changed and adjust the value with lt gt See Fine tuning the image quality in user modes below for details Fine tuning the image quality in user modes According to the detected signal type and selected picture mode some of the below functions may not be available Based on your needs you can make adjustments to these functions by highlighting them and pressing lt 4 gt on the projector or remote control Adjusting Brightness The higher the value the brighter the image And the lower the setting the darker the image Adjust this control so the black areas of the image appear just as black and that detail in the dark areas is visible Adjusting Contrast The higher the value the greater the contrast Use this to set the peak white level after you have previously i i jan adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected input and viewing environment Adjusting Color Lower setting produces less saturated colors If the setting is too high colors on the image will be overpowering which makes the image unrealistic Adjusting Tint The higher the value the more reddish the picture becomes The lower the value the more greenish the picture becomes Adjusting Sharpness The higher the value the sharper the picture becomes The lower the value the softer the picture becomes Adjusting Brilliant Color Th
34. eiling Language Projector Installation Meny Display 5 10 sec 20 sec 30 sec Always Time Center Top Left Top Right Bottom Menu Settings Menu Position Right Bottom Left Reminder Message Direct Power On On Off Signal Power On On Off Disable 3 min 10 min 15 min 20 min 25 On Off Auto Power Off min 30 min Operation Quick Cooling On Off Settings Instant Restart On Off Blank Timer Disable 5 min 10 min 15 min 20 min 25 min 30 min Disable 30 min l hr 2 hr 3 hr 4 hr 8 hr Sleep Timer 12 hr Remote Receiver Front Rear Front Rear Panel Key Lock On Off Background Color BenQ Black Blue Purple Splash Screen BenQ Black Blue Operation 39 Main menu Sub menu Options High Altitude Mode On Off Mute On Off Audio Settings On Off Ring Tone Lamp Mode Normal Economic SmartEco LampSave LumenCare Settings Reset Lamp Timer Equivalent Lamp Change Password Securit 5 Serapis Change Security Power On Lock Settings Baud Rite 2400 4800 9600 4400 19200 38400 57600 115200 Test Pattern On Off 5 Closed Caption On Off SYSTEM Closed Caption Enable SETUP Caption Version CCI CC2 CC3 CC4 Advanced Network On Off Monitor Out On Off Standby Settings Audio Pass Off Audio in Audio in 2 Audio Through R HDMI MHL MHL Charging On Off Status DHCP IP Address
35. er Stereo 10 watt x 1 Audio signal output PC audio jack x 1 Control RS 232 serial control 9 pin x 1 LAN control RJ45 x 1 IR receiver x 2 USB port Mini B x 1 Input terminals Computer input RGB input D Sub 15 pin female x 2 Video signal input S VIDEO Mini DIN 4 pin port x 1 VIDEO RCA jack x 1 SD HDTV signal input Analog Component RCA jack x 3 through RGB input Digital HDMI MHL x 1 Audio signal input Audio in PC audio jack x 2 RCA audio jack L R x 2 Environmental Requirements Operating temperature 0 40 at sea level Operating relative humidity 1096 9096 without condensation Operating altitude 0 1499 m at 0 C 35 C 1500 3000 m at 0 C 30 C with High Altitude Mode on Specifications 57 Dimensions 2326 qud 7000000000000 m SA 5 Unit mm Ceiling mount installation Ceiling Mount screw M4 Max L 25 mm Min L 20 mm ff e feo E U 2 p 8 199 613 Unit mm 137 494 58 Specifications Wall mount installation Minimum installation requirements Computer Resolution XGA Image Resolution XGA Diagram Reference SMART Board 660 Smart Board 680 Promethean ActivBoard 164 Promethean ActivBoard 178 RM ClassBoard2 77 5 Hitachi StarBoard FX 63
36. er cord from the power outlet 27 Teturn off the power ring tone see Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone on page 35 for details Ifthe projector is not properly shut down to protect the lamp when you attempt to re start the projector the fans will run for a few minutes to cool down Press POWER or 1 ON again to start the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange Lamp life results will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage Direct power off The AC power cord can be pulled out right after the projector is turned off To protect the lamp wait about 10 minutes before re starting the projector When you attempt to re start the projector the fans may run for a few minutes to cool down In such cases press POWER or 1 ON again to start the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange Operation 37 Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on screen display OSD menus vary according to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using Main menu Sub menu Wall Color Options Off Light Yellow Pink Light Green Blue Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto Real 4 3 16 9 16 10 Keystone Position Phase H Size Digital Zoom l 3D Mode Auto Top Bottom Frame Sequential DISPLAY Frame Packing Side by Side Off 3D Sy
37. es to the previous file Plays Pauses Goes to the next file Rewinds Stops Fast forwards during media playback Only available when controlling your smart device in MHL mode ZOOM ZOOM Magnifies or reduces the projected picture size Introduction 11 12 Operate your display software program on a connected PC which responds to page up down commands like Microsoft PowerPoint FREEZE Freezes the projected image NETWORK SETTING Displays the Network Settings OSD menu QUICK INSTALL Quickly selects several functions to adjust the projected image and displays the test pattern AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image gt Right Increases the projector volume When the On Screen Display OSD menu is activated the 5 3 and 16 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments SOURCE Displays the source selection bar MIC VOL MIC VOL No function 19 MUTE Toggles projector audio between on and off 20 ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio 21 SMART ECO Displays the Lamp Mode menu for selecting a suitable lamp operating mode 22 Numeric buttons Enters numbers in network settings Operating the LASER pointer The Laser Pointer is a Avoid Exposure yy presentation aid for EE a a professionals It emits red colored light when you press it T The laser beam is visible It is nece
38. format is NTSC Sharpness Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer See Adjusting Sharpness on page 30 for details c This function is only available when a Video S Video or Component Video signal is selected Brilliant Color See Adjusting Brilliant Color on page 30 for details Color Temperature See Selecting a Color Temperature on page 30 for details Color Temperature Fine Tuning See Setting a preferred color temperature on page 31 for details 3D Color Management See 3D Color Management on page 3l for details Reset Picture Settings See Resetting current or all picture modes on page 32 for details Operation 43 Function Description ADYNOS Quick Auto Search See Switching input signal on page 26 for details Color Space See Changing Color Space on page 26 for details Reminder Message Sets the reminder messages on or off Conversion A Presentation Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time Timer frame See Setting the presentation timer on page 32 for details Sets the language for the On Screen Display OSD menus See Using Language the menus on page 23 for details 3 Projector The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen or with m Installation one or more mirrors See Choosing a location on page 14 for details c Menu Display Time 20 Sets th
39. formats make the 3D function more flexible By presenting the depth of the images you can wear BenQ 3D glassed to enjoy the 3D movies videos and sporting events in a more realistic way The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient lighting conditions selected input signal contrast brightness settings and is directly proportional to projection distance The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers specifications This is normal and expected behavior Introduction 7 8 Shipping contents Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below If any of these items are missing please contact your place of purchase Standard accessories C The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region and may differ from those illustrated The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions Please consult your dealer for detailed information Power cord VGA cable 1 wh Quick start guide User manual CD Warranty card Remote control with batteries Optional accessories l Spare lamp kit 4 RS232 cable 2 Ceiling mount kit 5 Carry bag 3 3 glasses Introduction Projector exterior view External control panel See Controls and functions on page 10 for details 2 Lamp cover 3 Vent heated air exhaust 4 Quick release button 5 Focus ring 6 7 8 Front upper side Vent cool air int
40. ht Lights up red if the projector s temperature becomes too high 9 POWER indicator light Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation 10 Introduction AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image POWER Toggles the projector between standby mode and on gt Right 1 Increases the projector volume When the On Screen Display OSD menu is activated the 4 7 and 12 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments SOURCE Displays the source selection bar Remote control 1 ON C OFF Toggles the projector between standby mode and on Source selection buttons COMPUTER 1 COMPUTER 2 VIDEO S VIDEO HDMI NETWORK Selects an input source for display Keystone Arrow keys 17 Y Down Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection MENU EXIT Turns on the On Screen Display OSD menu Goes back to previous OSD menu exits and saves menu settings lt Left Decreases the projector volume MODE ENTER Selects an available picture setup mode Activates the selected On Screen Display OSD menu item ECO BLANK Used to hide the screen picture LASER Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes MHL control buttons 4 Previous i Play Pause Next Rewind m Stop Fast forward Go
41. in well lit rooms 2 Presentation mode ls designed for presentations The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring 3 sRGB mode Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true to life images regardless of brightness setting It is most suitable for viewing photos taken with an sRGB compatible and properly calibrated camera and for viewing PC graphic and drawing applications such as AutoCAD 4 Cinema mode ls appropriate for playing colorful movies video clips from digital cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened little light environment 5 3D mode ls appropriate for playing 3D images and 3D video clips 6 User 1 2 mode Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes See Setting the User User 2 mode on page 29 for details Setting the User I User 2 mode There are two 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 User 1 2 as a starting point and customize the settings Press MENU EXIT to open the On Screen Display OSD menu 2 Go to the PICTURE gt Picture Mode menu 3 Press lt gt to select User or User 2 4 Press W to highlight Reference Mode This function is only available when User or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode sub menu item 5 Press 4 to select a picture mode that is closest to your ne
42. irely If the saturation is too high that color will be overpowering and unrealistic 6 7 8 9 Press W to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing 4 gt The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments Press MENU EXIT to exit and save the settings Resetting current or all picture modes l 2 Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight Reset Picture Setting Press MODE ENTER and press to select Current All Current returns current picture mode to the factory preset settings All returns all settings except User I User 2 in the PICTURE menu to the factory preset settings Setting the presentation timer Presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations Follow these steps to utilize this function 32 Go to the SYSTEM SETUP Basic gt Presentation Timer menu and press MODE ENTER to display the Presentation Timer page Highlight Timer Period and decide the time period by pressing 4 gt The length of time can be set from to 5 minutes in minute increments and 5 to 240 minutes in 5 minute increments C If the timer is already on the timer will restart whenever the Timer Period is reset 3 Pre
43. is feature utilizes a new color processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing truer more vibrant colors in picture It enables a greater than 50 brightness increase in mid tone images which are common in video and natural scenes so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors If you prefer images with that quality select On If you don t need it select Off When Off is selected the Color Temperature function is not available Selecting a Color Temperature The options available for color temperature settings vary according to the signal type selected l Cool Makes images appear bluish white 2 Normal Maintains normal colorings for white 3 Warm Makes images appear reddish white 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 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 Operation Setting a preferred color temperature To set a preferred color temperature Highlight Color Temperature and select Warm Normal or Cool by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control 2 Press Y to highlight Color Temperature Fine Tuning and press MODE ENTER The Color Temperature Fine Tuning page displays
44. may differ from the actual design Below is the overview of the OSD menu Main menu icon Main menu _D Wall Color Aspect Ratio Keystone Position Sub menu gg Phase Size Digital Zoom 53 Press MENU Teaching Template EXIT to the previous Highlight page or to Current input signal kAnaloa exit The following example describes how to set the OSD language I Press MENU EXIT on the projector or 3 Press W to highlight Language remote control to turn the OSD menu on and press MODE ENTER Wall Color Aspect Ratio Keystone Position Phase Presentation Timer Language Projector Installation Front Table Menu Settings 5 W Operation Settings H Size Remote Receiver Front Rear el 2001 Panel Key Lock off Background Color BenQ 1 Teaching Template Splash Screen 2 Use lt P gt to highlight the SYSTEM 4 Press 4 9 A W to selecta SETUP Basic menu preferred language and press MODE ENTER 5 Press MENU EXIT on the z TTE Timer projector or remote control to Projector Installation Front Table leave and save the settings Menu Settings Operation Settings Remote Receiver Front Rear 4 Panel Key Lock Off Background Color BenQ El Splash Screen BenQ Operation 23 Securing the projector 24 Using a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft Otherwise purcha
45. nc Invert Disable Invert 3D Apply 3D 3D Settings 1 30 Settings 2 3D Settings Settings 3 Off Save 3D 3D Settings 1 30 Settings 2 3D Settings Settings 3 Off Letter Formation Worksheet Teaching Coordinate Chart Template Whiteboard OfffLetter Formation Worksheet Coordinate Chart Picture Mode _ Dynamic Presentation sRGB Cinema 3D User 1 2 Reference Mode Dynamic Presentation sRGB Cinema 3D Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness 2 Brilliant Color On Off PICTURE Color Temperature Cool Normal Warm Color Temperature Fine Tuning R Gain G Gain B Gain R Offset G Offset B Offset Primary Color R G B C M Y 3D Color Hue Management Saturation Gain Reset Picture Settings Current All Cancel 3 Quick Auto Search On Off SOURCE Color Space Conversion Auto RGB YUV Operation Main menu Sub menu Options 4 SYSTEM SETUP Basic Timer Period 17240 minutes Timer Display Always 3 min 2 min min Never Top Left Bottom Left Top Right Timer Position Presentation Bottom Right Ti Timer Counting Count Down Count Up Direction Sound Reminder On Off On Off English Fran ais Deutsch Italiano B RERA Svenska Nederlands T rkce Ce amp tina Portugu s Polski Magyar Hrvatski Suomi Norsk Dansk Indonesian EMnvKk i W Reet Front Table Rear Table Rear Ceiling Front C
46. nt possible damage to person and property If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed If you use a non BenQ brand projector ceiling mount kit there is a safety risk that the projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the place you purchased your BenQ projector BenQ recommends that you also purchase a separate Kensington lock compatible security cable and attach it securely to both the Kensington lock slot on the projector and the base of the ceiling mount bracket This will perform the secondary role of restraining the Projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose Hg Lamp contains mercury Manage in accordance with local disposal laws See www lamprecycle org Important safety instructions Introduction Projector features The projector offers the following features SmartEco starts your dynamic power saving The SmartEco technology offers a new way of operating the projector lamp system and saves lamp power depending on the content brightness level Longest lamp life with SmartEco technology The SmartEco technology lowers the power consumption and increases the lamp life HDMI MHL compa
47. nvironment 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 2013 by BenQ Corporation All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Further BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes DLP Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are trademarks of Texas Instruments Others are copyrights of their respective companies or organizations Patents This BenQ projector is covered by the following patents U S patents 6 837 608 7 275 834 7 181 318 TW patents 202690 205470 1228635 1259932 China patents R EAI ZLO1143168 7 2103119907 0 ZL200510051609 2 Warranty and Copyright information
48. o open the battery cover turn the remote control over to view its back push on the finger grip on the cover and slide it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated The cover will slide off 2 Remove any existing batteries if necessary and install two 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 base and sliding it back down into position Stop when it clicks into place Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment like the kitchen bathroom sauna sunroom or in a closed car Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer Dispose of the used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions and local environment regulations for your region Never throw the batteries into a fire There may be danger of an explosion Ifthe batteries are dead or if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage Introduction 13 Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations 14 I Front Table Select this location with the projector placed on the table in f
49. o the zoom in out function and press AUTO to restore the picture to its original size You can also press W repeatedly until it is restored to the original size The picture can only be navigated after it is magnified You can further magnify the picture while searching for C details Selecting the aspect ratio The aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to the image height Most analog TV and some computers are in 4 3 ratio and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16 9 ratio With the advent of digital signal processing digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal To change the projected picture ratio no matter what aspect the source is l 2 Using the remote control Press ASPECT to show the current setting Press ASPECT repeatedly to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements Using the OSD menu Press MENU EXIT and then press 4 gt until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted Press V to highlight Aspect Ratio Press 4 9 to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements Operation 27 28 About the aspect ratio Cr Auto Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector s native resolution in its horizontal or vertical width This is suitable for the incoming image which is neither in 4 3 nor 16 9
50. ojector unplug the power cable and let it cool down completely before cleaning the lens Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust If there is dirt or smears use lens cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface 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 Cleaning the projector case Before you clean the case turn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as described in Shutting down the projector on page 37 and unplug the power cord To remove dirt or dust wipe the case with a soft lint free cloth To remove stubborn dirt or stains moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH detergent Then wipe the case Never use wax alcohol benzene thinner other chemical detergents These can damage the case Storing the projector If you need to store the projector for an extended time please follow the instructions below Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector Please refer to Specifications on page 57 or consult your dealer about the range Retract the adjuster feet Remove the battery from the remote control
51. ojector or remote control The lens cover is still closed Open the lens cover Blurred image Cause Remedy The projection lens is not correctly focused Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring The projector and the screen are not aligned properly Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector if necessary The lens cover is still closed Open the lens cover Remote control does not work Cause Remedy The battery is out of power Replace the battery with new ones There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector Remove the obstacle You are too far away from the projector Stand within 8 meters 26 feet of the projector The password is incorrect Cause Remedy You do not remember the password Please see Entering the password recall procedure on page 25 for details Troubleshooting Specifications Projector specifications C All specifications are subject to change without notice Optical Resolution MX823ST 1024 x 768 XGA MW824ST 1280 x 800 WXGA Display system 1 CHIP DMD Lens F Number F 2 6 Lamp 210 W lamp Electrical Power supply 100 240 3 2 A 50 60 Hz Automatic Power consumption 300 W Max lt 0 5 W Standby Mechanical Weight 2 6 Kg 5 73 Ibs Output terminals RGB output D Sub 15 pin female x 1 Speak
52. place 5 6 7 Confirm the new password by re entering the new password You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is started To leave the OSD menu press MENU EXIT Operation 25 Disabling the password function To disable password protection go back to the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced gt Security Settings gt Change Security Settings menu after opening the OSD menu system Press MODE ENTER The message INPUT PASSWORD displays Enter the current password i If the password is correct the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page Press to highlight Power On Lock and press lt P gt to select Off You will not have to enter the password next time when turning on the projector ii 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 press MENU EXIT to cancel the change or try another password CZ 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 Switching input signal 26 CT The brightness level of the projected image will change The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time However it can only display one full screen at a time When starting up the projector automati
53. projector speaker s Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input See Connection on page 17 for how the audio input is connected Muting the sound To temporarily turn off the sound l Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced menu is highlighted 2 Press V to highlight Audio Settings and press MODE ENTER The Audio Settings page displays 3 Highlight Mute and press lt P gt to select On CF If available you can also press MUTE on the remote control to toggle projector audio between on and off Adjusting the sound level To adjust the sound level press 1h 16 or Repeat steps 1 2 above 2 Press Y to highlight Volume and press lt gt to select a desired sound level Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone To turn off the ring tone Repeat steps 1 2 above 2 Press V to highlight Power On Off Ring Tone and press lt gt to select C The only way to change Power On Off Ring Tone is setting On or Off here Setting the sound mute or changing the sound level will not affect the Power On Off Ring Tone Using the test pattern The projector is able to display the grid test pattern It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion To display the test pattern open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced gt Test Pattern and press lt P gt to select On
54. quency resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector s operating range you will see the message Out of Range displayed on the background screen Please change to an input signal which is compatible with the projector s resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting See Timing chart on page 62 for details 20 Operation Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle To adjust the projector Press the quick release button and lift the front of the projector Once the image is positioned where you want it release the quick release button to lock the foot in position 2 Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine tune the horizontal angle To retract the foot hold up the projector while pressing the quick release button then slowly lower the projector Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on The strong light from the lamp may cause damage to your eyes Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse direction Be careful when you press the quick 1 release button as it is close to the If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the exhaust vent where hot air comes screen and the projector are not perpendicular to from each other the projected image becomes trapezoidal To correct this situation see Correcting keystone on page 22 for details Auto adjusting the image In some cases you may need to optimize the picture quality To do this press AUTO on the p
55. r dealer See Indicators on page 55 for details The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp Status Message Install a new lamp for optimal performance If the projector is normally run with Economic selected See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 50 you may continue to operate the projector until the next hour lamp warning appears Order a new lamp at lamp beng com Press MODE ENTER to dismiss the message Order Replacement Lamp Lamp X 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 Lampa Hours significantly diminished Order a new lamp at lamp benq com Press MODE ENTER to dismiss the message P OK Notice Replace Lamp Soon Replace Lamp Now Lamp gt XXXX Hours Lamp usage time exceeded Order a new lamp at lamp benq com The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally Press MODE ENTER to dismiss the message Out of Lamp Usage Time Replace lamp refer to User Manual Then reset lamp timer Order a new lamp at lamp benq com CZ XXXX shown the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models Maintenance 51 52 Replacing the lamp To reduce the risk of electrical
56. r one specific remote Receiver receiver on the projector Panel Key Disables or enables all panel key functions except POWER on the Lock projector and keys on the remote control See Locking control keys on page 34 for details Background 5 Sets the background color for the projector Color Splash Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector Screen start up Operation 45 download the projector s firmware This function is intended for qualified service personnel Test Pattern See Using the test pattern on page 35 for details Closed Caption Closed Caption Enable Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions Function Description High Altitude A mode for operation in high altitude areas See Operating in a high altitude environment on page 34 for details Mode Audio 2 See Adjusting the sound on page 35 for details Settings Lamp Mode See Setting the Lamp Mode on page 50 for details a Lamp Reset Lamp Timer lt Setti See Resetting the lamp timer on page 54 for details Settings Equivalent Lamp T See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 50 for details on how the P total lamp hour is calculated M Securit i y See Utilizing the password function on page 24 for details S Settings Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer s so that you 2 Baud Rate can connect the projecto
57. r space to YUV To do this Press MENU EXIT and then press lt p gt until the SOURCE menu is highlighted Operation 2 Press Y to highlight Color Space Conversion and press lt P gt to select a suitable color space CF This function is only available when the HDMI MHL input port is in use Magnifying and searching for details If you need to find the details on the projected picture magnify the picture Use the direction arrow keys for navigating the picture Using the remote control Press ZOOM ZOOM to display the Zoom bar Press ZOOM to magnify the center of the picture Press the key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your need Use the directional arrows A V 4 gt on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture To restore the picture to its original size press AUTO You can also press ZOOM When the key is pressed again the picture is further reduced until it is restored to the original size Using the OSD menu Press MENU EXIT and then press 4 gt until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted Press V to highlight Digital Zoom and press MODE ENTER The Zoom bar displays Press A repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size To navigate the picture press MODE ENTER to switch to the panning mode and press the directional arrows A V 4 gt on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture To reduce size of the picture press MODE ENTER to switch back t
58. r using a suitable RS 232 cable and update or 9 2 a 5 c Captions An on screen display of the dialogue narration and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned usually marked as CC in TV listings Caption Version Selects a preferred closed captioning mode To view captions select CCI CC2 CC3 or CC4 CCI displays captions in the primary language in your area 46 Operation Function Description dNLAS WALSAS S Network Selecting On enables the function The projector is able to provide the network function when it is in standby mode Monitor Out Selecting On enables the function The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER I jack is correctly connected to devices See Connection on page 17 for how to make the connection Standby Audio Pass Through Settings The projector can play sound when it is in standby mode and the corresponding jacks are correctly connected to devices Press lt P gt to choose the source that you wish to use See Connection on page 17 for how to make the connection CF Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption MHL Charging Selecting On enables the function The projector will automatically charge the connected MHL compatible smart device as long as the power is fed to the projector Wired LAN See BenQ Network Projector Oper
59. requency Frequency Frequency Hz kHz MHz VGA_60 59 940 31 469 25 175 VGA_72 72 809 37 861 31 500 020x280 VGA_75 75 000 37 500 31 500 VGA_85 85 008 43 269 36 000 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70 087 31 469 28 3221 SVGA_60 60 317 37 879 40 000 SVGA_72 72 188 48 077 50 000 SVGA_75 75 000 46 875 49 500 990600 SVGA_85 85 061 53 674 56 250 SVGA 120 Reduce Blanking 119 854 77 425 83 000 XGA_60 60 004 48 363 65 000 XGA_70 70 069 56 476 75 000 XGA_75 75 029 60 023 78 750 1024 768 XGA_85 84 997 68 667 94 500 XGA 120 Reduce Blanking 119 989 97 551 115 5 1152 x 864 1152 x 864 75 75 67 5 108 1280 x 768 1280 x 768 60 59 87 47 776 79 5 1024 x 576 60Hz 10 Notebook 60 00 35 820 46 996 Timing 1024 600 65Hz BENG Notebook 64 995 41 467 51 419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 60 45 000 74 250 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59 870 47 776 79 5 WXGA 60 59 810 49 702 83 500 WXGA 75 74 934 62 795 106 500 1280 x 800 WXGA 85 84 880 71 554 122 500 WXGA 120 Reduce Blanking 119 909 101 563 146 25 SXGA_60 60 020 63 981 108 000 1280 x 1024 SXGA_75 75 025 79 976 135 000 SXGA_85 85 024 91 146 157 500 1280 x 960_60 60 000 60 000 108 12805960 1280 960_85 85 002 85 938 148 500 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60 60 015 47 712 85 500 1440 x 900 WXGA _60 59 887 55 935 106 500 1400 x 1050 SXGA _60 59 978 65 317 121 750 1600 x 1200 UXGA 60 000 75 000 162 000 1680 x 1050 1680x1050 60 59 954 65 290 146 250 640 x 480 67Hz MAC13 66 667 35 000 30 240
60. rojector or remote control Within 3 seconds the built in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best picture quality The current source information will be displayed in the corner of the screen for 3 seconds CF This function is only available when PC signal analog RGB is selected Fine tuning the image clarity Sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring Operation 21 Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen To correct this follow ONE of these steps Press 4 V7 on the projector or remote control to display the Keystone correction page Press to correct keystoning at the top of Press n V Press 177 the image Press V to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image Using the OSD menu Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted 2 Press V to highlight Keystone and press MODE ENTER The Keystone correction page displays 3 Press to correct keystoning at the top of the image Press V 7 to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image 22 Operation Using the menus The projector is equipped with On Screen Display OSD menus for making various adjustments and settings C The OSD screenshots below are for reference only and
61. ront of the screen This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability s 2 Front Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended upside down from the ceiling in front of the screen Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP Basic gt Projector Installation menu after you turn the projector on 3 Rear Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended upside down from the ceiling behind the screen Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit are required for this installation location Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP Basic gt Projector Installation menu after you turn the projector on 4 Rear Table Select this location with the projector placed on the table behind the screen Note that a special rear projection screen is required Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP Basic gt Projector Installation menu after you turn the projector on Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select Take into consideration the size and position of your screen the location of a suitable power outlet as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment Positioning your projector Obtaining a preferred projected image
62. rs brightness to extend the lamp life and decreases the fan noise Adjusts the lamp power automatically depending on the content brightness SmartEco RR level Adjusts the lamp power automatically and lowers the brightness to extend the LampSave lamp life Keeps the image brightness constant without losing too much brightness after LumenCare long term usage Setting Auto Power Off This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life To set Auto Power Off go into the SYSTEM SETUP Basic gt Operation Settings gt Auto Power Off menu and press lt gt 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 Maintenance 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 beng com for a replacement lamp The LAMP indicator light and TEMP 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 you
63. se a lock such as the Kensington lock to secure the projector You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the rear side of the projector See item 22 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 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 WARNING You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and subsequently forget the password Print out this manual if necessary and write the password you used in this manual and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall Setting a password CZ Once a password has been set and the power on lock is activated the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started l Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced gt Security Settings menu Press MODE ENTER The Security Settings page displays 2 Highlight Change Security Settings and press MODE ENTER 3 As pictured to the right the four arrow keys INPUT NEW PASSWORD gt V lt respectively represent 4 digits 1 2 3 4 According to the password you desire to set press the arrow keys to enter six digits for the password CZ Do not press
64. sens 3 Remove the lamp cover from the projector Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed Do not insert your fingers between the lamp and the projector The sharp edges inside the projector may cause injuries Disconnect the lamp connector from the projector as illustrated Loosen the screw that secures the lamp Lift the handle so that it stands up Maintenance 7 Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it children can reach it or near flammable materials Do not insert your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed If you touch the optical components inside it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images 8 As shown in the figure lower the new lamp 10 Tighten the screw that secures the lamp Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place Reconnect the lamp connector Loose screw may cause a bad connection which could result in malfunction Do not over tighten the screw 12 Replace the lamp cover on the projector Maintenance 53 54 13 Tighten the screw s that secures the lamp cover Loose screw may cause a bad connection which could re
65. signal in Frame Sequential Top Bottom Frame Packing and Side by Side formats Supported timing for 3D signal in Side by Side format Supported timing for 3D signal in Top Bottom format Supported timing for MHL input Vertical Horizontal Pixel Timing Resolution Frequency Frequency Frequency Remark Hz kHz MHz 480i 720 1440 x 480 59 94 15 73 27 MHL 480p 720 x 480 59 94 31 47 27 MHL 576i 720 1440 x 576 50 15 63 27 MHL 576p 720 x 576 50 31 25 27 MHL 720 50p 1280 x 720 50 37 5 74 25 MHL 720 60p 1280 x 720 60 45 00 74 25 MHL 1080 50i 1920 x 1080 50 28 13 74 25 MHL 1080 60i 1920 x 1080 60 33 75 74 25 MHL 1080 24P 1920 x 1080 24 27 74 25 MHL 1080 25P 1920 x 1080 25 28 13 74 25 MHL 1080 30P 1920 x 1080 30 33 75 74 25 MHL Specifications Supported timing for Component YPbPr input Timing Resolution Vertical Horizontal Pixel Frequency Frequency Hz Frequency kHz MHz 480i 720 x 480 59 94 15 73 13 5 480p 720 x 480 59 94 31 47 27 576i 720 x 576 50 15 63 13 5 576p 720 x 576 50 31 25 27 720 50p 1280 x 720 50 37 5 74 25 720 60p 1280 x 720 60 45 00 74 25 1080 50i 1920 x 1080 50 28 13 74 25 1080 60i 1920 x 1080 60 33 75 74 25 1080 24 1920 1080 24 27 74 25 1080 25 1920 1080 25 28 13 74 25 1080 30P 1920 x 1080 30 33 75 74 25 1080 50P 1920 x 1080 50 56 25 148 5 1080 60P 1920 x 1080 60 67 5 148 5
66. size The distance from the projector lens to the screen the zoom setting and the video format each factors in the projected image size Projection dimensions Refer to Dimensions on page 58 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position MX823ST Screen Center of lens The screen aspect ratio is 4 3 and the projected picture is 4 3 cu Mx Width b Distance from screen c Vertical offset mm mm Inches mm mm 80 2032 1219 1626 992 183 100 2540 1524 2032 1240 229 120 3048 1829 2438 1487 274 150 3810 2286 3048 1859 343 180 4572 2743 3658 2231 411 200 5080 3048 4064 2479 457 220 5588 3353 4470 2727 503 240 6096 3658 4877 2975 549 270 6858 4115 5486 3347 617 300 7620 4572 6096 3719 686 For example if you are using an 20 inch screen the recommended projection distance is 1487 mm and the vertical offset is 274 mm If your measured projection distance is 2 5 m 2500 mm the closest match in the b Distance from screen column is 2479 mm Looking across this row shows that a 200 about 5 1 m screen is required Positioning your projector 15 16 MW824ST Screen Center of lens The screen aspect ratio is 16 10 and the projected picture is 16 10 sux MA Width b Distance from screen c Vertical offset mm mm Inches mm mm mm 80 2032 1077 1723 844 54 100 2540 1346 2154 1055 6
67. ss to highlight Timer Display and choose if you want the timer to show up on the screen by pressing lt P gt Selection Description Always Displays the timer on screen throughout the presentation time 3 min 2 min min Displays the timer on screen in the last 3 2 1 minute s Never Hides the timer throughout the presentation time Operation 4 Press V to highlight Timer Position and set the timer position by pressing lt gt Top Left Bottom Left gt Top Right Bottom Right 5 Press V to highlight Timer Counting Direction and select your desired counting direction by pressing lt P gt Selection Description Count Up Increases from 0 to the preset time Count Down Decreases from the preset time to 0 6 Press Y to highlight Sound Reminder and decide if you want to activate sound reminder by pressing lt P gt If you select On a double beep sound will be heard at the last 30 seconds of counting down up and a triple beep sound will be produced when the timer is up 7 activate the presentation timer press W and press lt gt to highlight On and press MODE ENTER 8 confirmation message displays Highlight Yes and press MODE ENTER on the projector or remote control to confirm You will see the message Timer is On displaying on the screen The timer starts counting when the timer is on To cancel the timer perform the following steps l Goto the SYST
68. ssary to press and hold LASER for continuous output 00 Do not look into the laser light window or shine the laser light beam on yourself or others See the warning messages on the back of the remote control prior to using it The laser pointer is not a toy Parents should be mindful of the dangers of laser energy and keep this remote control out of the reach of children Controlling your smart device with the remote control When the projector projects the content from your MHL compatible smart device you can use the remote control to control your smart device To enter the MHL mode press and hold AUTO for 3 seconds The following buttons are available for controlling your smart device Arrow keys U 4 Down lt Left gt Right MENU EXIT MODE ENTER MHL control buttons To leave the MHL mode press and hold AUTO for 3 seconds Introduction Remote control effective range The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector s IR remote control sensor s to function correctly The distance between the remote control and the sensor s should not exceed 8 meters 26 feet Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor s on the projector that might obstruct the infra red beam Operating the projector from the front Operating the projector from the rear Replacing the remote control batteries T
69. ssion the projector will automatically shut down in a short time Entering the password recall procedure Press and hold AUTO on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds The projector will display a coded number on rite doen the recall codes the screen and contact BenQ Customer Center Write down the number and turn off your projector Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number You may be required to provide proof of purchase CERT att documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector RECALL PASSWORD Recall Code 255 255 255 255 Changing the password 4 Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced gt Security Settings gt Change Password menu Press MODE ENTER The message INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD appears Enter the old password i If the password is correct another message INPUT NEW PASSWORD displays ii 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 press MENU EXIT to cancel the change or try another password 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
70. sult in malfunction Do not over tighten the screw 14 Connect the power and restart the projector Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed Resetting the lamp timer 15 After the startup logo open the On Screen Display OSD menu Go to the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced gt Lamp Settings menu Press MODE ENTER The Lamp Settings page displays Highlight Reset Lamp Timer A warning message is displayed asking if you want to reset the lamp timer Highlight Reset and press MODE ENTER The lamp time will be reset to 0 AN Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage Maintenance Indicators Light Status amp Description POWER TEMP LAMP Power events Orange Off Off Stand by mode Green Flashing Off Off Powering up Green Off Off Normal operation Orange Flashing Off Off Normal power down cooling Red Off Off Download Green Off Red CW start fail Red Flashing Off Off Scaler shutdown fail data abort Off Red Off LAN download fail Off Green Off LAN download processing Green Off Off Burn in ON Green Green Green Burn in OFF Lamp events Off Off Red Lamp error in normal operation Orange Off Off Flashing Lamp is not lit up Thermal events Red Red Off Fan error the actual fan speed is 25 outside the desired speed Red Fan 2 error the actual fan speed is 25 outside Red Flashing on
71. tible You can project the content from your smart devices via HDMI MHL connection Less than 0 5W in standby condition Less than 0 5W power consumption under standby mode Filter Free Filter free design to lower maintenance and operating costs Network Control Integrated RJ45 connector for wired network control allowing management of projector status from a computer using a web browser Crestron RoomView PJ Link and AMX supported The projector supports Crestron eControl and RoomView Link and AMX allowing you to control and manage equipment from a remote computer via LAN connection One key auto adjustment Pressing AUTO on the keypad or remote control to show the best picture quality immediately Built in 10W speaker s Built in 10 speaker s providing mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected Quick Cooling Auto Power Off Signal Power On Direct Power On Quick Cooling function speeds up the cooling process when turning off the projector Auto Power Off function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time Signal Power On function turns on your projector automatically once detecting the signal input and Direct Power On boots up the projector automatically when the power is connected Instant Restart Selectable Instant Restart function enables you to restart the projector immediately within 90 seconds after turning it off 3D Function supported Various 3D
72. tructed overheating inside the projector may result in a fire Always place the projector on a level horizontal surface during operation Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back Using the projector when it is not fully horizontal may cause a malfunction of or damage to the lamp Do not stand the projector on end vertically Doing so may cause the projector to fall over causing injury or resulting in damage to the projector Important safety instructions 5 6 Safety Instructions Continued 17 Do not step on the projector or place any objects upon it Besides probable physical damage to the projector doing so may result in accidents and possible injury 18 Do not place liquids near or on the projector Liquids spilled into the projector may cause it to fail If the projector does become wet disconnect it from the power supply s power outlet and call BenQ to have the projector serviced TA 880 19 This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation Use only BenQ s Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting the projector and ensure it is securely installed 20 This apparatus must be earthed 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 preve
73. without disabling panel key lock the projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on Operating in a high altitude environment We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m 3000 m above sea level and ambient temperature is between 0 30 Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and ambient temperature is between 0 and 35 The projector will be over cooled if you turn the mode on under such a condition To activate the High Altitude Mode I Press MENU EXIT and then press lt P gt until the SYSTEM SETUP Advanced menu is highlighted 2 Press V to highlight High Altitude Mode and press lt P gt select On A confirmation message displays 3 Highlight Yes and press MODE 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 Operation Adjusting the sound The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the

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