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BenQ SH960 DLP User Guide Manual

1. Format Resolution Hz KHz MHz 59 94 31 469 25 175 72 809 37 861 31 5 640 x 480 640 x 480 478 aig 85 008 43 269 36 720 x 400 720 x 400 70 087 31 469 28 3221 56 250 35 156 36 000 60 317 37 879 40 800 x 600 800 x 600 72 188 48 077 50 75 46 875 49 5 85 061 53 674 56 25 60 004 48 363 65 70 069 56 476 75 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 oS en a 84 997 68 667 94 5 1152 x 864 1152 x 864 75 00 67 500 108 000 1024 x 576 Notebook Timing 60 35 82 46 996 1024 x 600 Notebook Timing 64 995 41 467 51 419 1152 x 864 1152 x 864 75 67 5 108 59 87 47 776 79 5 1280 x 768 1280 x 768 74 893 60 289 102 25 84 837 68 633 117 5 59 81 49 702 83 5 1280 x 800 1280 x 800 74 934 62 795 106 5 84 88 71 554 122 5 60 02 63 981 108 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 75 025 79 976 135 85 024 91 146 157 5 60 60 108 1280 x 960 1280 x 960 85002 85 938 455 1360 x 768 1360 x 768 60 015 47 712 85 5 59 887 55 935 106 5 1440 x 900 1440 x 900 74 984 70 635 136 75 84 842 80 43 157 1400 x 1050 1400 x 1050 59 978 65 317 121 75 1600 x 1200 1600 x 1200 60 75 162 1680 x 1050 1680 x 1050 59 954 65 29 146 25 1920X Bi CEA 1920 x 1080 59 939 60 67 432 67 5 148 35 148 5 gao MaS 640 x 480 67Hz 66 667 35 30 24 832 o 832 x 624 75Hz 74 546 49 722 57 28 denn SHZ 4024 x 768 75Hz 75 02 60 241 80 Tipe ica SHZ 4152 x 870 75Hz 75 06 68 68 100 C3 Only for the PC analog RGB inputs Additional in
2. Load Settings From press ENTER 5 Press Wto select a sub menu item to be changed and adjust the geun value with 4 9 See Fine tuning the picture quality on page 29 a and Advanced picture quality controls on page 30 for details User 2 6 When all settings have been done press MENU EXIT to save and leave the settings Renaming user modes You can change User 1 and User 2 to the names easy to be identified or understood by the users of this projector The new name can be up to 12 characters including English letters A Z a z digits 0 9 and space _ To rename user modes 1 In the Picture Basic menu highlight Rename User Mode and press ENTER to display the Rename User Mode page 2 Press A V to highlight the item you want to rename and press ENTER The first letter will be highlighted by a white box 3 Press A to select the first character 4 Press 9 to move along until the new name is set and press ENTER to confirm 5 Repeat steps 2 4 if you want to change the other names Resetting the picture mode All of the adjustments you ve done in the Picture Basic and Picture Advanced menus can be returned to the factory preset values with a key press on the highlight of Reset To reset the picture mode to the preset factory values 1 In the Picture Basic menu highlight Picture Mode and press 4 9 to select the picture mode including User 1 or User 2 you want to reset 2 Press to hi
3. 40 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Displaying more than one image source simultaneously Your projector is capable of displaying pictures simultaneously from two input sources which can be used to enhance your presentation in an interesting way Ensure the signals you want to display are correctly connected to the projector To display the PIP window 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Display menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight PIP and press ENTER The PIP page is displayed 3 Highlight PIP and press lt gt to select On The projector will select two currently active signals to display and the last viewed picture will be displayed on the big screen as a main source The PIP function is effective at below source combinations Source 2 Source 1 CVBS S Video HDMI V V Component 1 2 V V PC V V 4 To change the Main Source or Second Source press V to highlight Main Source or Second Source and press ENTER The source selection bar is displayed 5 Use A Y to highlight the source you want to display for the main bigger or second smaller window and press ENTER to save the setting and go back to the PIP page 6 To make OSD settings to one of the two sources main or second highlight Active Window and press lt gt to select the source you want to make adjustments gt The settings made on the OSD menus will only
4. Highlight Contrast in the Picture Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote rv control oe ie ae 30 50 70 The higher the value the greater the contrast Use this to set the peak white level after you have previously adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected input and viewing environment Adjusting Color Highlight Color in the Picture Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control Lower setting produces less saturated colors setting to the minimum value makes the image black and white If the setting is too high colors on the image will be overpowering which makes the image unrealistic Adjusting Tint Highlight Tint and adjust the values by pressing lt P gt on the projector or remote control The higher the value the more reddish the picture becomes The lower the value the more greenish the picture becomes Adjusting Sharpness Highlight Sharpness and adjust the values by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control FEY The higher the value the sharper the picture becomes The lower the value the softer the picture becomes 3 The Brightness Contrast functions can also be accessible by pressing BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST on the remote control to display the adjustment bar and then you can press lt gt to adjust the values 5 VOLUME REEZE ASPECT S U sing the project
5. lt A gt lt B gt lt C gt lt F gt Screen lt G gt Center of lens lt F gt Screen lt G gt Center of lens E The screen aspect ratio is 16 9 and the projected picture is 16 9 Screen dimensions Projection distance lt D gt cm Lowest Diagonal Height Width Min distance Max distance CAE lt A gt lt B gt lt C gt with max Average with min position lt E gt inch mm cm cm zoom zoom cm 30 762 37 66 108 135 162 4 7 40 1016 50 89 144 180 215 6 50 1270 62 111 180 224 269 8 60 1524 75 133 215 269 323 9 70 1778 87 155 251 314 377 11 80 2032 100 177 287 359 431 12 90 2286 112 199 323 404 485 14 100 2540 125 221 359 449 539 16 110 2794 137 243 495 494 592 17 120 3048 149 266 431 539 646 19 130 3302 162 288 467 583 700 20 140 3556 174 310 503 628 754 22 150 3810 187 332 539 673 808 23 160 4064 199 354 575 718 862 25 170 4318 212 376 610 763 916 26 180 4572 224 398 646 808 969 28 190 4826 237 421 682 853 1023 30 200 5080 249 443 718 898 1077 31 250 6350 311 553 898 1122 1346 39 300 7620 374 664 1077 1346 1616 47 CF The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements Only the recommended screen sizes are listed If your screen size is not in the table above please contact your dealer for assistance 14 Positioning
6. 15 16 Operating the LASER pointer The Laser Pointer is a presentation aid for professionals It emits red colored light when you press it Avoid Exposure Laser radiation is emitted from this aperture 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 A 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 Overview 11 ysysuq Choosing a location Positioning your projector Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select Take into consideration the size and position of your screen the location of a suitable power outlet as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment 1 Floor Front Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in front of the screen This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability E 2 Ceiling Front Select this location with the projector suspended from the ceiling in front of the screen Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling Set Ceiling Front after you turn the proj
7. Assigned To NES Press Exit to go back to the 2 i remote network ex er operation page For more information visit http www crestron com amp www crestron com getroomview Operating in a high altitude environment We recommend that you activate High Altitude Mode when your environment is higher than 1500 meters around 4920 feet above sea level or whenever the projector will be used for extended periods of time 210 hours without shutdown To activate High Altitude Mode 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted 2 Press V to highlight High Altitude Mode d 3 Press lt gt to select On A confirmation message is displayed a c 4 Highlight Yes and press ENTER dee ENT Control Settings Reset All Settings Operation under High Altitude Mode may cause a higher decibel uie operating noise level because of increased fan speed necessary to improve SE overall system cooling and performance Lamp Settings Baud Rate 115200 If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the High Altitude Mode is used when above it may display auto shut down symptoms which is designed to ae nee meal protect your projector from over heating In cases like this you should Poe ee switch to High Altitude Mode to solve these symptoms However this is gt em not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or extreme conditions
8. Port Assigned To IP Address SubnetMask 255 255 2 e i You can name the projector keep track of its location and the person in charge of it ii You can adjust the Lan Control Settings iii Once set access to the remote network operation on this projector has been password protected iv Once set access to the tools page has been password protected After making the adjustments press the Send button and the data will be saved in the projector v Press Exit to go back to the remote network operation page Please pay attention to the limitation of input length including space and other punctuation keys in the list blow Maximum Number of Category Item Input Length Characters IP Address 15 Crestron Control IP ID 2 Port 5 Projector Name 10 Projector Location 9 Assigned To 9 DHCP Enabled N A IP Address 15 Network Configuration Subnet Mask 15 Default Gateway 15 DNS Server 15 Enabled N A User Password New Password 20 Confirm 20 Enabled N A Admin Password New Password 20 Confirm 20 Downloaded From projector manual com Ben Manuals Using the projector 39 The info page displays the information and status of this projector qsr2ug Projector Information Projector Status Power Status Projector Name Location Preset Mode Firmware Version Mac address Resolution 09 BEBE once Er Lamp Hours
9. eee 51 Connecting with video Lamp INTOR MIA OTI d oia e rendi 52 equipment sese 17 Pen Oy een NOU TUUM ae Extending lamp life 52 Preparations TRUE punc 17 Timing of replacing the lamp 53 Connecting HDMI TEVE atama gunun E Replacing the lamp 53 Connecting component video devices 18 ndicatots 56 Cond ctins Videoer videa deea eeeeeeneneeenmeenen tenente Connecting a computer 19 Troubleshooting aenea eabbasi 57 Connecting a monitor sesesssseeseseseesreeesreees 19 Specifications SNAM UVARNVNA CIV Lau PON P UNUM U SUUS 58 Using the projector 20 Warranty and Copyright Turning the projector on 20 information eren 62 Selecting an input source 21 Using the THOHS uasa ri ERRARE 22 Securing the projector 22 Using a security cable lock 22 Utilizing the password function 23 Adjusting the projected image 25 Adjusting the projection angle 25 Auto adjusting the image 25 Fine tuning the image size and clarity 25 Correcting picture distortion 26 Using the preset and user modes 27 2 Table of contents Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Thank you for your purchase of this quality BenQ projector It has been designed to provide you with an enjoyable
10. until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted 3 Press V to highlight Lan Control Settings and press ENTER The Lan Control Settings page is displayed 4 Press V to highlight Control By and press lt gt to select RJ45 5 Press V to highlight DHCP and press lt gt to select On 6 Press V to highlight AMX Device Discovery and press 4 9 to select On or Off When AMX Device Discovery is On the projector can be detected by AMX controller 7 Press V to highlight Apply and press ENTER Please wait for around 15 20 seconds and then re enter the Lan Control Settings page 9 The Projector IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway and DNS Server settings will be displayed Note down the IP address displayed in the Projector IP Address row ge C3 If the Projector IP Address still does not display contact your ITS administrator If you are in a non DHCP environment 1 Repeat steps 1 4 above 2 Press V to highlight DHCP and press lt gt to select Off 3 Contact your ITS administrator for information on the Projector IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway and DNS Server settings Press W to select the item you want to modify and press ENTER Press 4 9 to move the cursor and then press A V to enter the value To save the setting press ENTER If you do not want to save the setting press MENU EXIT Press V to highlight AMX Device Discovery and press lt gt to select On or Off Press V to highlight Apply and press
11. 1 Component 2 CT oben or PC signal is selected Overscan Adjustment Conceals the poor picture quality in the four edges You can also manually press lt gt to decide how much to be concealed Setting 0 means the picture is 100 displayed The greater the value the more portion of the picture is concealed while the screen remains filled and geometrically accurate lor rabbi da See Changing Color Space on page 21 for details PIP Turns the PIP window on or off and makes related adjustments See Displaying more than one image source simultaneously on page 41 for details PC amp Component YPbPr Tuning H Size Adjusts the horizontal width of the picture Phase Adjusts the clock phase to reduce picture distortion Auto Adjusts the phase and frequency automatically Cr These functions are only available when the Component 1 Component 2 or PC signal is selected Blank Timer Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated once elapsed the image will return to the screen See Hiding the image on page 35 for details Test Pattern Press ENTER to display the grid test pattern It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free of distortion The function is only available when the projector detects no input signal Using the projector 47 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals qsr2uq 48 System Setup menu Fu
12. 2 Press V to highlight the item you want to adjust and press lt gt to set your desired value Your selection is automatically stored in the projector and associated with that input source See Fine tuning the picture quality on page 29 and Advanced picture quality controls on page 30 for details Each time you change the picture mode the projector also changes the setting to the one which was last set for that particular picture mode on that particular input If you change the input source the most recently used picture mode and settings for that input and resolution will be restored Using the projector 27 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Setting the User 1 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 selected User mode as a starting point and customize the settings 1 In the Picture Basic menu highlight Picture Mode and press lt gt to select User 1 or User 2 mode HEE 2 Press W to highlight Load Settings From 7 Load Stings From This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode sub menu item Contrast Color Tint m Sharpness t Reset Picture Settings m Rename User Mode 3 Press ENTER to display the Load Settings From page 4 Press V to highlight a picture mode that is closest to your need and EERTE
13. 325 527 659 791 22 9 182 9 170 4318 259 345 560 700 840 24 3 194 3 180 4572 274 366 593 742 890 25 7 205 7 190 4826 290 386 626 783 939 27 1 217 2 200 5080 305 406 659 824 989 28 6 228 6 250 6350 381 508 824 1030 1236 35 7 285 8 300 7620 457 610 989 1236 1483 42 9 342 9 CF The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements Only the recommended screen sizes are listed If your screen size is not in the table above please contact your dealer for assistance Positioning your projector 15 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Shifting the projection lens The lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector It allows the projector to be positioned off the center of the screen qsr2uq The lens shift is expressed as a percentage of the projected image height or width It is measured as an offset from the projected image s vertical or horizontal center You can use the lever to shift the projection lens in any direction within the allowable range depending on your desired image position To use the lens shift lever 1 Release the lever by turning it counterclockwise 2 Move the lever to adjust the projected image position 3 Lock the lever by turning it clockwise When the screen position is fixed Projector eR Range of Screen V ay placement When the projector position is fixed i
14. Best for viewing movies in a darkened environment Gamma 7 8 Best for viewing movies which are mostly composed of dark scenes High Brightness Low Brightness Low Contrast High Contrast au 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Adjusting Brilliant Color This feature utilizes a new color processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing truer more vibrant colors in picture When set to Off Brilliant Color is disabled Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals pj Black Level 4 Clarity Control i4 Color Temperature Gamma Selection amp 3D Color Management f Film Mode m Black Level i Clarity Control i amp Color Temperature tq Gamma Selection e Brilliant Color 3D Color Management E Film Mode Using the projector 31 Color Management ysysuq daylight into the room 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 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 u
15. Downloaded From projector manual com Ben Remote control o o e Q9 o o 9 D Q 9 9 1 ON OFF Toggles the projector between standby mode and on 2 Source selection keys COMPONENT VIDEO S VIDEO HDMI PC SOURCE Selects an input source for display CF The COMPONENT key toggles between Component 1 and Component 2 3 MENU EXIT Turns on the On Screen Display OSD menu Goes back to previous OSD menu exits and saves menu settings 4 BLANK Used to hide the screen image 5 Arrow Keystone keys Left 4 D Up A u Right gt d Down V nm Moves the current On Screen Display OSD menu selection in the direction of the arrow being pressed when the OSD menu is activated Manually corrects distorted pictures resulting from an angled projection Manuals 6 MODE ENTER Sequentially selects a predefined picture setting available for each input Enacts the selected On Screen Display OSD menu item 7 LASER Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes 8 TEST PATTERN Displays the test pattern 9 Starts the FAQ function FREEZE Freezes the projected image ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image BRIGHTNESS Adjusts brightness VOLUME VOLUME Adjusts the sound level MUTE Toggles projector audio between on and off CONTRAST Adjusts contrast 10 11 12 13 14
16. best picture quality The current source information will be displayed in the corner of the screen for 3 seconds CT This function is only available when a PC signal analog RGB is selected Fine tuning the image size and clarity 1 Adjust the projected picture to the size that 2 Sharpen the picture by rotating the focus you need using the zoom ring ring Using the projector 25 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals ysysuq Correcting picture distortion Keystoning occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen and is where the projected picture displays visible as a trapezoid shape like either of the following Two parallel sides left and right or top and bottom but is noticeably wider on either side No parallel sides To correct the picture s shape you can perform the following steps 1 Adjust the projection angle Move the projector to be in front of the center of the screen with the center of the lens level with the screen If the picture is stilled distorted or the projector is unable to be positioned as described above you will need to manually correct the picture i ii ii iii jen iv Using the remote control or projector Press one of the Arrow Keystone keys Left lt 4 D Up a v Right q Down W r3 to display the Keystone page See step iv below for further operation Using the OSD menu Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Display
17. devices You need only connect S Video or composite Video cable from the same device never both at the same time The audio connections are provided for informational purposes only You can also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier S Video cable AV equipment Video cable Speakers e e ngo m m e a ae 00000000 C7 If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and the video source device you need not connect to this device again using an S Video or composite Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second connection of poorer picture quality You need only connect using a composite Video connection if both Component Video and S Video are not supplied on the video source device for example with some analog video cameras e Ifthe selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected please check that the video source device is turned on and operating correctly Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly 18 Connecting with video equipment Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Connecting a computer Connect the projector to a computer with a VGA cable Laptop or desktop computer C oom B O 00008 Audio cable C Many laptops do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector Usually a key combination li
18. home theater viewing experience For the best results please read this manual through carefully as it is your guide through the control menus and operation Important safety instructions Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment However to ensure safe use of this product it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product 1 Please read this user manual before you operate 4 Do not place the projector in any of the your projector Keep this manual in a safe place following environments for future reference space that is poorly ventilated or confined Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector locations where temperatures may become excessively high such as the inside of a car with all windows closed locations where excessive humidity 2 Always place the projector on a level horizontal dust or cigarette smoke may surface during operation contaminate optical components shorten the projector s lifespan and darken the screen Do not place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table as it may fall and be damaged Do not place inflammables near the projector Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back locations near fire alarms 3 Do not store the proj
19. that allow you to convert 16 9 projectors to 2 35 1 aspect ratio Overview Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Projector exterior view Front and upper side view Control panel See Control panel on page 10 for details Lamp cover Vent heated air exhaust Projection lens Kensington lock slot Vent cold air intake Front IR sensor Lens shift lever Rear view See Connecting with video equipment on 9 AC Power cable inlet page 17 for connection details 10 Rear IR sensor 11 Audio input jack Audio output jack 12 RJ45 LAN input jack 13 HDMI port 14 USB port 15 RS 232 control port Used to interface with a PC or home theater control automation system 16 RGB signal output jack 17 12VDC output terminal Used to trigger external devices such as an electric screen or light control etc Consult your dealer for how to connect these devices RGB PC Component video YPbPr YCbCr signal input jack Component Video inputs RCA support Y PB Pr or Y Cs CR video signal 20 Composite Video input RCA 21 S Video input mini 4 pin DIN 1 oo 1 No Under view 22 Adjustable feet 23 Ceiling mount holes N Overview 9 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals qsr2uq 10 Controls and functions Control panel l Focusring Adjusts the focus of the projected image 2 Zoom ring Adjusts the size of the projecte
20. the amount of that color in a video picture Lower settings produce less saturated colors a setting of 0 removes that color from the image entirely If the saturation is too high that color will be overpowering and unrealistic 4 To leave and save the settings press MENU EXIT Setting Film Mode This feature helps improve picture quality when projecting video image from a film sourced DVD 32 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals m Black Level i Clarity Control i4 Color Temperature amp 3D Color Management El Film Mode Magenta Range Saturation 5 Magenta Picture Advanced PETE i Clarity Control i amp Color Temperature EEC e Brilliant Color 3D Color Management j Film Mode Setting 3D Comb Filter This feature separates composite signal to Y brightness signal and C color signal and can help produce clearer and sharper images with correct colors in place CT This function is only available when a Video signal is selected Selecting the aspect ratio m Black Level 4 Clarity Control 14 Color Temperature m Gamma Selection e Brilliant Color amp 3D Color Management fj Film Mode 3D Comb Filter The aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to the image height Digital TV is usually in 16 9 ratio which is the default for this projector and most analog TV signals and DVDs are in 4 3 ratio With the adven
21. your projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Installation for a 4 3 ratio screen The illustrations and table below are provided for those users who already have 4 3 aspect ratio screens or intend to purchase 4 3 aspect ratio screens to view 4 3 ratio projected images Floor Installation Ceiling Installation lt A gt lt B gt lt F gt lt G gt A C E C lt F gt Screen lt G gt Center of lens F Screen G Center of lens E The screen aspect ratio is 4 3 and the projected picture is 4 3 Screen dimensions Projection distance lt D gt cm Lowest Min Highest I Max mage Diagonal Height Width distance distans lens height H A B lt C gt with Average a nus position inch mm cm cm max with min lt E gt em zoom zoom cm 30 762 46 61 99 124 148 4 3 34 3 40 1016 61 81 132 165 198 5 7 45 7 50 1270 76 102 165 206 247 7 1 57 2 60 1524 91 122 198 247 297 8 6 68 6 70 1778 107 142 231 288 346 10 0 80 0 80 2032 122 163 264 330 395 11 4 91 4 90 2286 137 183 297 371 445 12 9 102 9 100 2540 152 203 330 412 494 14 3 114 3 110 2794 168 224 363 453 544 15 7 125 7 120 3048 183 244 395 494 593 17 1 137 2 130 3302 198 264 428 536 643 18 6 148 6 140 3556 213 284 461 577 692 20 0 160 0 150 3810 229 305 494 618 742 21 4 171 5 160 4064 244
22. 100 Y 2596 25 100 C7 Please do not over tighten the lever e Lens shift adjustment will not result in a degraded picture quality In the unlikely event that the image distortion is produced see Adjusting the projected image on page 25 for details 16 Positioning your projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Connecting with video equipment You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment such as a VCR DVD player digital tuner cable or satellite decoder video game console or digital camera You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple Macintosh system You need only connect the projector to a source device using just one of the connecting methods however each provides a different level of video quality The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the projector and the Video source device as described below Terminal name Terminal appearance Reference Picture quality HDMI I HDMI devices on kun ebd e e e Breuer d e Better S Video e vu sU co Video e uoce Cea PC D SUB E trien a computer on Better Preparations When connecting a signal source to the projector be sure to 1 Turn off all equipment before making any connections 2 Use only the correct type cables for each source with proper type plugs 3 Ensure tha
23. 1080 30P 1920 x 1080 29 97 30 33 716 33 75 74 175 74 25 1080 50P 1920 x 1080 50 56 25 148 5 1080 60P 1920 x 1080 59 939 60 67 432 67 5 148 35 148 5 Supported timing for Video and S Video inputs Format Resolution Retteshitete H Freq KHz Poel red Hz MHz NTSC M J 59 94 60 15 734 15 75 3 58 NTSC 4 43 59 94 60 15 734 15 75 4 43 PAL B D G H I N 50 15 625 443 PAL M 59 94 60 15 734 15 75 3 58 PAL Nc 50 15 625 3 58 PAL 60 59 94 60 15 734 15 75 4 43 SECAM 50 15 625 4 25 4 41 Additional information Warranty and Copyright information Warranty BenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship under normal usage and storage Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period BenQ s only obligation and your exclusive remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts labor included To obtain warranty service immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects Important The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to operate the product in accordance with BenQ s written instructions especially the ambient humidity must be in between 10 and 90 temperature in between 0 C and 35 C altitude lower than 3000 meters and avoiding to operate the projector in a dusty environment This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may h
24. BenQ SH960 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Table of contents Important safety instructions 3 Fine tuning the picture quality 29 Advanced picture quality controls 30 LOVEEVIEW aisilbiwnixi rid rb tesis 6 Selecting the aspect ratio 33 Shipping contents 6 Hiding the image sss 35 Remote control batteries 7 Freezing the image 35 Remote control operation 7 Utilizing FAQ function 35 Projector features cessisse inei hvagin 8 Adjusting the sound ssssss 36 Projector exterior view eeeeeeeeeenee 9 Controlling the projector through Controls and functions 10 a Lan environment ss sasvocesvervnenivesetennsss 37 Control panel used eris 10 Operating in a high altitude Remote control esses 11 environment cccccccccccccccceccecceccccecceccece 40 Positioning your projector 12 Displaying more tam OBS image source simultaneously aecenas 41 Choosing a location eene 12 Turning the projector off 42 Obtaining a preferred projected On Screen Display OSD menus 43 Image SIZE mccrininiieanunanmaaiaes 13 Projection dimensions ssesseseeereeees 14 Additional information add Shifting the projection lens s 15 Care of the projector
25. Controlling image clarity on page 30 for details Color Temperature There are several color temperature settings available See Selecting a color temperature on page 30 for details Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning See Setting a preferred color temperature on page 31 for details Gamma Selection See Selecting a Gamma setting on page 31 for details Brilliant Color See Adjusting Brilliant Color on page 31 for details D Color 20 Lolo See Color Management on page 32 for details Management Film Mode See Setting Film Mode on page 32 for details 3D Comb Filter See Setting 3D Comb Filter on page 33 for details Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Display menu Function Description Aspect Ratio There are several options to set the picture s aspect ratio depending on your input source See Selecting the aspect ratio on page 33 for details Corrects any keystoning of the picture See Correcting picture distortion on Keystone page 26 for details Displays the position adjustment page To move the projected picture use the directional arrow keys The values shown on the lower position of the page change with every key press you made until they reach their maximum or Position minimum They will return to their factory preset values whenever the projector is re started This function is only available when the Component
26. ENTER 9o DJ 9 Ure Using the projector 37 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Once you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby mode you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projector qsr2uq Took Heb Dah Aseh Favorites CBrstory GB 9 amp http 10 82 30 156 nies 2 The remote network operation page opens This page allows you to operate the projector as if you were using the remote control or control panel on the projector info Contact IT Help Sources List E o Menu Exit Blank Auto Source i See Remote control on page 11 for details A T v a lt 4 D gt d lt Enter Activates the selected On Screen Display OSD i menu item Toswitch input source click on your desired signal CF The source list varies according to the connectors available on the projector Video 1 stands for the Video signal S Video 1 stands for the S Video signal 38 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals The tools page allows you to manage the projector configure the Lan control settings and secure access of remote network operation on this projector Contact IT Help Crestron Control Projector IP Address Projector Name PID Location
27. If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on please contact your dealer See Indicators on page 57 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 Dual Reliable selected See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 52 you may continue to operate the projector until the next hour lamp warning appears Press ENTER to dismiss the message It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this age The lamp is a consumable item The lamp brightness diminishes with use This is normal lamp behavior You can replace the lamp whenever NOTICE Replace lamp soon you notice that the brightness level has significantly diminished Lamp gt XXX hrs Order a new lamp at Press ENTER to dismiss the message lamp beng com a The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate WARNING normally NOTICE Replace lamp now Lamp gt XXXX hrs Press ENTER to dismiss the message hm e ie eed Replace lamp r to User s Manual then reset lamp timer Order a new lamp at lamp benq com C XXXX shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models Replacing the lamp A e To reduce the risk of electrical shock always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cable before changing the lamp e To
28. On Off Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Main menu Sub menu Options Lamp Mode c eee dies Reset Lamp Timer 1 Lamp Settings Reset Lamp Timer 2 Equivalent Lamp Hour 1 Equivalent Lamp Hour 2 Auto HDMI Settings HDMI Format PC Signal Video Signal Baud Rate re 9200 38400 57600 High Altitude Mode On Off Mute On Off Audio Settings Volume Advanced Power On Off Ring Tone On Off Setup Password On Off Password Change Password inputs current password Control By RS232 RJ45 DHCP On Off Projector IP Address Subnet Mask Lan Control Settings Default Gateway DNS Server AMX Device Discovery On Off Apply Enter Reset All Settings Direct Power On On Off Signal Power On On Off Expert Mode inputs current password FAQ Image and Installation FAQ Features and Service Source Information Picture Mode Resolution Lamp Mode Equivalent Lamp Hour 1 Equivalent Lamp Hour 2 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 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Using the projector 45 qsr2ug 46 Picture Basic menu Function Description Picture Mode Pre defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector p
29. Press lt p until your desired mode is selected Picture Mode Cinema These modes consist of preset values suitable for various projection Sec situations as described below OT m Sharpness t Reset Picture Settings Cinema Is appropriate for playing colorful movies video clips from m Rename User Mode digital cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened little light environment 5 S Video Back Dynamic Maximizes the brightness of the projected image This mode is suitable for environments where extra high brightness is required such as using the projector in well lit rooms Presentation Is designed for presentations The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring sRGB 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 User 1 User 2 Recalls the customized settings See Setting the User 1 User 2 mode on page 28 for details Fine tuning the selected picture mode The pre defined picture mode settings can be altered via the available items shown in the Picture Basic and Picture Advanced menus To fine tune the picture mode 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Picture Basic or Picture Advanced menu is highlighted
30. 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 C Never touch the lens with your finger or rub the lens with abrasive materials Even paper towels can damage the lens coating Only ever use a proper photographic lens brush cloth and cleaning solution Do not attempt to clean the lens while the projector is switched on or is still hot from previous use Cleaning the projector case Before you attempt to clean the case turn the projector off unplug the power cable and leave it several minutes to cool completely 1 To remove dirt or dust wipe the case with a soft dry lint free cloth 2 To remove stubborn dirt or stains moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent Then wipe the case C Never use wax alcohol benzene thinner or other chemical detergents These can damage the case Storing the projector If you need to store the projector for an extended time please 1 Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector Please refer to the Spec page in this manual or consult your dealer about the range 2 Retract the adjuster feet 3 Remove the batteries from the remote control 4 Pack the projector in its original packing or e
31. al sized rooms You can perform the following steps to choose a lamp mode according to your preference Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted Press V to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER Press V to highlight Lamp Mode and press ENTER Press V to highlight your preferred lamp mode and press ENTER A confirmation message displays Highlight Yes and press ENTER giam mom 36 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals If one lamp fails the projector enters Single Alternative mode automatically Dual Brightest Dual C3 Reliable and Single Eco settings are not available After switching from Dual Brightest Dual Reliable mode to Single Alternative Single Eco mode or vice versa wait for 90 seconds before you can adjust the lamp mode again A slight variation in the picture brightness and colors may be observed during the very short time of switching lamp modes Controlling the projector through a Lan environment Lan Control Settings allow you to manage the projector from a computer using a web browser when the computer and the projector are properly connected to the same local area network Configuring the Lan Control Settings If you are in a DHCP environment 1 Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the RJ45 LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJA5 port 2 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt
32. ancement Detail Enhancement Sharpens the image The higher the setting tama Transmission the more details the image reveals Luma Transmission Luminance Transmission Improvement Enhances picture brightness The higher the setting the more distinct the effect Chroma Transmission Chroma Transmission Improvement Reduces color smear The higher the setting the more distinct the effect Selecting a color temperature Highlight Color Temperature and select a preferred setting by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control m Black Level Clarity Control There are several color temperature settings available Memare ta Gamma Selection E s x Brilliant Color 1 T1 Maintains normal colorings for white E ETE TI Film Mode 2 T2 Makes pictures appear bluish white 3 T3 With the lamp s original color temperature and higher brightness This setting is suitable for environments where high brightness is required such as projecting pictures in well lit rooms 4 T4 Makes pictures appear reddish white 5 User 1 User 2 User 3 Recalls the settings customized in the Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning menu See Setting a preferred color temperature on page 31 for details About color temperatures There are many different shades that are considered to be white for various purposes One of the common methods of representing white color is known as the color temperature A white color wi
33. and damage to internal components use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it children can reach it near or above heat sources or near flammable materials Do not insert your hand into the projector when the lamp is removed If you touch the optical components inside it could cause blurred images 7 Insert the replacement lamp Make sure it is 10 Replace the lamp cover pushed fully and firmly in place 8 Tighten the screw securing the lamp box Reconnect the lamp connector 9 Ensure the handle is fully locked in place 11 Tighten the screws on the lamp cover 12 Reapply power and turn the projector back on C7 Notes Please be careful to not over tighten the screws Loose screws may cause a bad connection which could result in malfunction Resetting the lamp timer CT Do not reset the lamp timer if the lamp has not been replaced as this could cause damage Additional information 55 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals 1 After the start up logo press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until Sy the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted anced h Lamp Settings E 2 Press V to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER The Lamp rem xa S Settings page is displayed a Hah ala Mode or 3 Highlight Reset Lamp Timer 1 Reset Lamp Timer 2 and press ENTER Rete A warning message is displayed aski
34. as asterisks on screen Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it Password 5 To leave the OSD menu press MENU EXIT If you forget the password If the password function is activated you will be asked to enter the six digit password every time you turn on the projector If you enter the wrong password the password error message is displayed lasting for three seconds and the Input Password page follows You can retry by entering another six digit password or if you did not record the password in this manual and you absolutely do not remember it you can use the password recall procedure See Entering the password recall procedure on page 24 for details If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession the projector will automatically shut down in a short time Using the projector 23 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals qsr2ug 24 Entering the password recall procedure 1 Make sure the Input Password page is displayed on screen Press MODE The projector will display a coded number on the screen NU MUERE 2 Write down the number and turn off your projector Rita e diee 3 Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number You may be required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector Recall Passwor
35. ave other rights which vary from country to country For other information please visit www BenQ com Copyright Copyright 2011 by BenQ Corporation All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose Further BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of BenQ Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes Warranty and Copyright information 63 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals
36. d Recall code 0212 Changing the password 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted 2 Press A V to highlight Password and press ENTER The Password page is displayed 3 Highlight Change Password and press ENTER The Input Current Password page is displayed 4 Enter the old password Ifthe password is correct the message Input New Password is displayed Ifthe password is incorrect the password error message is displayed lasting for three seconds and the message Input Current Password is displayed for your retry You can press MENU EXIT to cancel the change or try another password 5 Enter a new password IMPORTANT The digits being input will be displayed as asterisks on screen Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it Password Keep this manual in a safe place 6 Confirm the new password by re entering the new password 7 You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is started 8 To leave the OSD menu press MENU EXIT Disabling the password function To disable password protection go back to the Advanced Setup gt Password gt Password menu Highlight Password and select Off by pressing lt gt The message Input Password is displayed Enter the curr
37. d image 3 TEMPerature warning light Lights up or flashes if the projector s temperature becomes too high 4 POWER indicator light Lights up or flashes when the projector is operating 5 MODE Sequentially selects a predefined picture setting available for each input 6 POWER Performs the same action as POWER on the remote control Toggles the projector between standby and on Overview Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals 10 11 13 14 Arrow Keystone keys Left 4 D Up a v Right gt d Down Y n Moves the current On Screen Display OSD menu selection in the direction of the arrow being pressed when the OSD menu is activated Manually corrects distorted pictures resulting from an angled projection MENU EXIT Toggles the On Screen Display OSD menu on and off Goes back to previous OSD menus exits and saves any changes made using the On Screen Display OSD menu ENTER Enacts the selected On Screen Display OSD menu item BLANK Used to hide the screen image LAMP indicator light 1 2 Lights up or flashes when the projector lamp has developed a problem ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image SOURCE Performs the same action as the source selection keys HDML VIDEO S VIDEO Component 1 Component 2 PC on the remote control Switches sequentially through input sources
38. e 1 1 image reproduction High picture quality The projector provides excellent picture quality due to its high resolution excellent home theater brightness super high contrast ratio vivid color and rich gray scale reproduction High brightness The projector features super high brightness to achieve excellent picture quality in ambient light conditions outperforming ordinary projectors Vivid color reproduction The projector features a 6 segment color wheel to produce realistic color depth and range unattainable with lesser segment color wheels Rich gray scale When viewed in a darkened environment the automatic gamma control provides excellent gray scale display which reveals details in shadows and in night or darkened scenes Intuitive lens shift The intuitive control over lens shift lever provides flexibility in setting up your projector Wide variety of inputs and video formats The projector supports a wide variety of inputs for connection to your video and PC equipment including component video S Video and composite video as well as HDMI PC and an output trigger for connection to automated screen and environment lighting systems Professional calibration control To reach a higher standard of performance the projector incorporates Expert Mode settings in its OSD menus which requires professional calibration service from authorized installers Panamorph lenses compatible The projector is compatible with Panamorph lenses
39. e Source keys on the remote control or SOURCE on the projector See page 21 Image is unstable The connection cables are not securely connected to the projector or the signal source Correctly connect the cables to the appropriate terminals See page 17 Picture is blurred The projection lens is not correctly focused Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring See page 25 The projector and the screen are not aligned properly Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of this projector if necessary See page 25 Remote control does not work correctly The batteries are out of power Replace both of the batteries with new ones See page 7 There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector Remove the obstacle See page 7 You are too far away from the projector Stand within 8 meters 26 2 feet of the projector See page 7 Additional information Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Specifications m Optical Projection system DMD chip Lens Projection screen size Lamp m Electrical Compatibility Color Space m Terminals Input Output Control m General characteristics Projector weight Power Power consumption Operating temperature Operating humidity Operating altitude Storage temperature Storage humidity Downloaded From projector manual com Ben CG All specificatio
40. ector on 3 Floor Rear Select this location with the projector placed near the floor behind the screen Note that a special rear projection screen is required Set Floor Rear after you turn the projector on 4 Ceiling Rear Select this location with the projector suspended from the ceiling behind the screen Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit are required for this installation location Set Ceiling Rear after you turn the projector on To set the projector position 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the System Setup menu is highlighted 2 Press A to highlight Projector Position and press lt P gt until the correct position is selected 12 Positioning your projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Language English Splash Screen BenQ Projector Position Floor Front Auto Power Off Disable E Sleep Timer Disable Background Color Blue E Menu Settings Input Source Quick Auto Search 4 Closed Caption standby Monitor Out BUS Mideos LN Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen the zoom setting and the video format each factors in the projected image size This projector is equipped with a movable lens See Shifting the projection lens on page 16 for details You can see the diagrams on pages 14 and 15 for the vertical offset values in the dime
41. ector on end vertically Doing locations with an ambient temperature so may cause the projector to fall over causing above 35 C 95 F injury or resulting in damage locations where altitude is higher than 1500 meters 4920 feet above sea level Important safety instructions 3 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals usi du D o 4 Do not block the vents holes while the 9 Do not look straight into the projector lens projector is on even in standby mode during operation It may harm your sight Do not cover the projector with any item Do not place the projector on a blanket bedding or any other soft surface Sn Y In areas where the mains power supply 10 Do not operate the projector lamp beyond the voltage may fluctuate by 10 volts it is rated lamp life Excessive operation of lamps recommended that you connect your beyond the rated life could cause a lamp to projector through a power stabilizer surge break on rare occasions protector or uninterruptible power supply UPS as appropriate to your situation Do not step on the projector or place any 11 The lamp becomes extremely hot during objects upon it operation Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement Do not place liquids near or on the projector 12 This projector is capable of displaying Liquids spilled into the projector will void your inverted images for ceili
42. ent password Password Password Change Password Ifthe password is correct the OSD menu returns to the Password page with Off shown in the row of Password You will not have to enter the password next time when turning on the projector Ifthe password is incorrect the password error message is displayed lasting for three seconds and the message Input Password is displayed for your retry You can press MENU EXIT to cancel the change or try another password Note that though the password function is disabled you need to keep the old password in hand should you ever need to re activate the password function by entering the old password Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle There are four adjuster feet on the bottom of the projector These can be MN used if necessary to change the projection angle Screw the feet in or out as appropriate to aim and level the projection angle f CF If the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other the projected image becomes vertical trapezoidal To correct this problem see Correcting picture distortion on page 26 for details Auto adjusting the image In some cases you may need to optimize the picture quality To do this press AUTO Within 3 seconds the built in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the
43. ettings will still remain names of user modes Keystone Language Projector Position High Altitude Mode Password and Expert Mode Direct Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing the 5 POWER key on the projector or 5ON on the remote control when the projector is plugged in Signal Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing the 5 POWER key on the projector or 5ON on the remote control when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable Expert Mode The Expert Mode menu is password protected and only accessible by authorized calibrators The ISF Imaging Science Foundation has developed carefully crafted industry recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal picture quality from BenQ video display devices Accordingly we recommend that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician For more information please go to www imagingscience com or contact the place you purchased the projector Downloaded From projector manual com Ben Using the projector 49 Manuals Information menu This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector ysysuq C Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use Unavailable adjustments are n
44. formation 61 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Supported timing for HDMI HDCP input E Format Resolution Refresh rate Hz H Freq KHz Pixel Freq MHz a 480i 720 x 480 59 94 60 15 734 15 75 27 27 027 480p 720 x 480 59 94 60 31 469 31 5 27 27 027 576i 720 x 576 50 15 625 27 576p 720 x 576 50 31 25 27 720 50p 1280 x 720 50 37 5 74 25 720 60p 1280 x 720 59 939 60 44 955 45 74 175 74 25 1080 50i 1920 x 1080 50 28 125 74 25 1080 60i 1920 x 1080 59 939 60 33 716 33 75 74 175 74 25 1080 24P 1920 x 1080 23 976 24 26 973 27 74 175 74 25 1080 25P 1920 x 1080 25 28 125 74 25 1080 30P 1920 x 1080 29 97 30 33 716 33 75 74 175 74 25 1080 50P 1920 x 1080 50 56 25 148 5 1080 60P 1920 x 1080 59 939 60 67 432 67 5 148 35 148 5 Supported timing for EDTV and HDTV via Component inputs Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals 62 Format Resolution Refresh rate Hz H Freq KHz Pixel Freq MHz 480i 720 x 480 59 94 60 15 734 15 75 13 5 480p 720 x 480 59 94 60 31 469 31 5 13 5 576i 720 x 576 50 15 625 27 576p 720 x 576 50 31 25 27 720 50p 1280 x 720 50 37 5 74 25 720 60p 1280 x 720 59 939 60 44 955 45 74 175 74 25 1080 50i 1920 x 1080 50 28 125 74 25 1080 60i 1920 x 1080 59 939 60 33 716 33 75 74 175 74 25 1080 24P 1920 x 1080 23 976 24 26 973 27 74 175 74 25 1080 25P 1920 x 1080 25 28 125 74 25
45. gh definition TV as it displays them without aspect alteration 2 4 3 Scales a picture so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 4 3 aspect ratio This is most suitable for 4 3 pictures like computer monitors standard definition TV and 4 3 aspect DVD movies as it displays them without aspect alteration Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Aspect Ratio Anamorphic Keystone Overscan Adjustment 0 c PIP Blank Timer Disable OO O O ON C 16 9 picture OnO O O Ol LO oo oo 4 3 picture Using the projector 33 3 Letter Box LB Scales a picture to fit the projector s native resolution O O in its horizontal width and resize the picture s height to the 3 4 of the id projection width This may produce a picture greater in height than oo a 16 9 picture Q ysysuq can be displayed so part of the picture is lost not displayed along the top and bottom edges of the projection This is suitable for the display O O of movies which are presented in letter box format with black bars on Ko O O the top and bottom Letter Box format picture 4 Wide Stretches the picture horizontally in a non linear manner that 5 5 6 is the edges of the picture are stretched more than the center of the C m C picture to prevent distortion of the central part of the picture This is gu Oo
46. ghlight Reset Picture Settings and press ENTER The confirmation message is displayed 3 Press lt gt to highlight Reset and press ENTER The picture mode will return to the factory preset settings 4 Repeat steps 1 3 if you want to reset other picture modes The following settings will still remain Color Temperature Color Temperature User Fine Tuning Gamma Selection Film Mode 3D Comb Filter Do not to be confused with the Reset Picture Settings function here with the Reset All Settings in the Advanced Setup menu The Reset All Settings function returns most of the settings to the factory preset values system wide See Reset All Settings on page 49 for details 28 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Fine tuning the picture quality No matter what picture mode you have selected you are able to fine tune those settings to fit every presentation purpose Those adjustments will be saved to the preset mode you are at when you exit the OSD menu Adjusting Brightness Highlight Brightness in the Picture Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote b a9 3 control ae a mE 30 HEEEN 0050 HEN 0170 The higher the value the brighter the picture And the lower the setting the darker the picture Adjust this control so the black areas of the picture appear just as black and that detail in the dark areas is visible Adjusting Contrast
47. hange in temperature moisture may condense on the crucial internal parts To prevent the projector from possible damage do not use the projector for at least 2 hours when there is a sudden change in temperature Avoid volatile liquids Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide or certain types of cleaner near the projector Do not have rubber or plastic products touching the projector for a long time They will leave marks on the finish If cleaning with a chemically treated cloth be sure to follow the cleaning product s safety instructions Disposal This product contains the following materials which are harmful to human bodies and environment Lead which is contained in solder Mercury which is used in the lamp To dispose of the product or used lamps consult your local environment authorities for regulations Important safety instructions 5 Overview qsr2ug Shipping contents Carefully unpack and verify that you have the items below Some of the items may not be available depending on your region of purchase Please check with your place of purchase C Some of the accessories may vary from region to region The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions Please consult your dealer for detailed information Remote control Batteries Projector User manual CD Quick start guide Power cable VGA cable 6 Overview Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Remote con
48. icture set up to suit your program type See Selecting a preset mode on page 27 for details Load Settings From Selects a preset mode that most suits your need for the picture quality and further fine tune the picture based on the selections listed below See Setting the User 1 User 2 mode on page 28 for details Adjusts the brightness of the picture See Adjusting Brightness on page 29 for Brightness details c Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the picture See ontrast Eee i Adjusting Contrast on page 29 for details Color Adjusts the color saturation level the amount of each color in a video picture See Adjusting Color on page 29 for details Tint Adjusts the red and green color tones of the picture See Adjusting Tint on page 29 for details Sharpness Adjusts the picture to make it look sharper or softer See Adjusting Sharpness on page 29 for details Reset Picture Settings Returns all settings in the Picture Basic and Picture Advanced menus to the factory preset values See Resetting the picture mode on page 28 for details Rename User Mode Renames User 1 User 2 or sRGB See Renaming user modes on page 28 for details Picture Advanced menu Function Description Black Level Sets the picture grayscale as 0 IRE or 7 5 IRE See Setting Black Level on page 30 for details Clarity Control Adjusts the picture clarity See
49. ke Fn F3 or CRT LCD key turns the external display on off Locate a function key labeled CRT LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the laptop Press Fn and the labeled function key simultaneously Refer to your laptop s documentation to discover your laptop s key combination Connecting a monitor If you want to view your presentation close up on a monitor as well as on the screen and the MONITOR OUT jack is available on your projector you can connect the MONITOR OUT signal output jack on the projector oo0N C EM g5 0 9 0000 9 VGA cable VGA to DVI cable C3 The MONITOR OUT only works when an appropriate D Sub input is made to the PC jack e f you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode make sure the Standby Monitor Out function is turned on in the Advanced Setup menu See Standby Monitor Out on page 48 for details Connecting with video equipment 19 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals ysysuq Using the projector Preparations 1 Plug in and turn all of the connected equipment on 2 Ifnot already in plug the supplied power cable into the AC inlet on the rear of the projector 3 Plug the power cable into a wall power outlet and turn the wall Please use the original accessories e g power cable only with the device to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire switch on Turning the projector on Follow the step
50. ll shutdown again Please contact your dealer for assistance Thermal events Off Red Off Off Off Red Red Off Off Red Green Off Off Red Orange Off Off Red Off Red The projector has shutdown automatically If you try to re Off Red Off Green start the projector it will shutdown again Please contact Off Red Off Orange your dealer for assistance Orange Red Red Off Orange Red Green Off Orange Red Orange Off Off Orange Red Off Additional information 57 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals ysysuq 58 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Plug the power cable into the AC inlet on the h j and plug th l There sno power trom thepower rear of the projector and plug the power cable ble into to the power outlet If the power outlet eem has a switch make sure that it is switched on The projector does not See page 20 BER Attempting to turn the projector on Wait until the cooling down process has again during the cooling process completed uud eve Surely Correctly attach the lamp cover See page 53 i Turn the video source on and check that the The video source is not turned on or signal cable is connected correctly See page connected correctly 17 No picture ee Check the connection See page 17 connected to the input source device The input source has not been correctly selected Select the correct input source with th
51. menu is highlighted Press W to highlight Keystone and press ENTER The Keystone page is displayed Highlight 2D Keystone and press ENTER The keystone correction page is displayed Press the key whose keystone icon is opposite to the shape of the projected picture Continue pressing the same key or press the other keys until you are satisfied with the shape The values on the lower portion of the page change while pressing When the values reach their maximum or minimum with repeated key presses the picture s shape will stop changing You will not be able to change the picture further in that direction B Two parallel sides Press 5 Press SOR vic a alc B No parallel sides Press Press Bt fy 5 PPA alc Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Keystone r m Overscan Adjustment m PIP E Blank Timer Disable E 2D Keystone Using the preset and user modes Selecting a preset mode The projector is preset with several pre defined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type To select a picture mode that suits your need Press MODE repeatedly until your desired mode is selected Using the OSD menu 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Picture Basic menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight Picture Mode 3
52. multaneously on page 41 for details Changing Color Space In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector s HDMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors please change the color space to YUV l 2 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Display menu is highlighted Press V to highlight Color Space Conversion and press lt gt to select a suitable color space CT This function is only available when the HDMI input port is in use Using the projector 21 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Using the menus The projector is equipped with multilingual On Screen Display OSD menus for making various adjustments and settings qsr2uq Below is the overview of the OSD menu Main menu icon Cinema Highlight H Ml __ Brightness E MEN Bs Contrast EE Status Sub menu S sts m UL _ ERN AED D LE Reset Picture Settings NH CINES aie Press EXIT to go back to the previous page or to exit Current input source 3 sviae m me l To use the OSD menus please set the OSD menu to your familiar language 1 Press MENU EXIT to turn the OSD menu on 3 Press V to highlight Language and press lt P gt to select a preferred language amp Picture Mode Cinema z MES Contrast Color amp Language English EI Splash Screen BenQ IZ Projector Posi
53. n onscreen Utilizing FAQ function The Information menu contains possible solutions to problems regarding image quality installation special feature operation and service information To get the FAQ information l Press or press MENU EXIT to open the OSD menu and press lt p gt to highlight the Information menu Press W to select FAQ Image and Installation or FAQ Features and Service Press ENTER Press A W to select a problem and press ENTER for possible solutions To leave and save the settings press MENU EXIT Using the projector 35 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Adjusting the sound The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker s Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input See Connecting with video equipment on page 17 for how the audio input is connected Muting the sound To temporarily turn off the sound 1 Press MENU EXIT to open the OSD menu and press lt gt to highlight the Advanced Setup menu 2 Press W to highlight Audio Settings and press ENTER The Audio Settings page is displayed 3 Highlight Mute and press lt gt to select On 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 VOLUME VOLUME on the remote control or 1 Repeat steps 1 2 above 2 Press V to highlight Vol
54. nction Description Language Sets the language for the On Screen Display OSD menus See Using the menus on page 22 for details Splash Screen Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start up You can choose BenQ logo screen Blue screen or Black screen Projector Position The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen or with one or more mirrors See Choosing a location on page 12 for details Auto Power Off Prevents unnecessary projection when no signal is detected for a long time See Setting Auto Power Off on page 52 for details Sleep Timer Sets the auto shutdown timer The timer can be set to a value between 30 minutes and 3 hours Background Color Allows you to choose the color of the background screen that will be displayed when there is no input source detected Menu Settings Menu Display Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5 second increments Menu Position Sets the On Screen Display OSD menu position Reminder Message Sets whether to display the OSD messages about the status of detecting signals Input Source Selects an input source to be projected See Selecting an input source on page 21 for details Quick Auto Search Sets whether the projector searches automatically for input sources If the source scan is On the projector
55. ng if you want to reset the lamp Eon a x E x Signal Power On timer Highlight Reset and press ENTER The lamp time will be reset expert Mode to o S Video Lamp Mode Reset Lamp Timer 1 Reset Lamp Timer 2 Equivalent Lamp Hour 1 50 hours Equivalent Lamp Hour 2 50 hours Reset Lamp Timer Reset 9 56 Additional information Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Indicators Light Status amp Description POWER TEMP LAMP1 LAMP2 Power events Orange Off Off Off Stand by mode Green Flashing Off Off Off Powering up Green Off Off Off Normal operation 1 The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal Orange Off Off Off cooling down process Or Flashing 2 The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off Orange Flashing od om or The projector has shutdown automatically If you try to re Orange off Red off start the projector it will shutdown again Please contact Flashing your dealer for assistance Red Off Red Off Lamp events off off Red off Lamp 1 failed The projector has entered Single Alternative mode automatically Replace lamp 1 as soon as possible off off off Red Lamp 2 failed The projector has entered Single Alternative mode automatically Replace lamp 2 as soon as possible Off Off Red Red The projector has shutdown automatically If you try to re Orange off Red off start the projector it wi
56. ng mount installation warranty If the projector does become wet Use only BenQ s Ceiling Mount Kit for disconnect it from the power point and call mounting BenQ to have the projector repaired Important safety instructions wnloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals 13 Never attempt to replace the lamp assembly until the projector has cooled down and is unplugged from the power supply 14 When you think service or repair is required take the projector only to a suitably qualified technician 15 Do not attempt to disassemble this projector There are dangerous high voltages inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts The only user serviceable part is the lamp which has its own removable cover See page 53 Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel P A Notice Please keep the original packing for possible future shipment If you need to pack your projector after use adjust the projection lens to an appropriate position put the lens cushion around the lens and fit the lens cushion and projector cushion together to prevent damage during transportation Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Moisture condensation Never operate the projector immediately after moving it from a cold location to a hot location When the projector is exposed to such a c
57. ng the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Selecting an input source The projector can be connected to multiple equipment at the same time When the projector is first turned on it will attempt to reconnect with the input source which was in use when the projector was last shut down To select the video source Press one of the Source keys on the remote control or press SOURCE Using the remote control or projector repeatedly until your desired signal is selected n ER Projector Position Flor Front Using the OSD menu ed se 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the System Setup Hans Sega menu is highlighted E auc A ech 2 Press W to highlight Input Source and press ENTER The source Standby Monitor Out selection bar is displayed E 3 Press A Y repeatedly until your desired signal is selected and press du automatically ENTER SEE E Once detected the selected source information will be displayed on gt iunt Srojector cycles the screen for seconds If there are multiple pieces of equipment aie a doas connected to the projector you can go back to the source selection ge Sipo following the bar again to search for other signals MES Ni ped Bis Ifyou want the projector to automatically search for the signals source selection bar select On in the System Setup gt Quick Auto Search menu pue Ifyou want to use the PIP function see Displaying more than one image source si
58. ns are subject to change without notice Single chip DLP system 0 65 DLP 1920 x 1080 F 2 48 to 2 81 f 24 1 to 36 15 mm 28 to 300 330W PC 640 x 480 to 1920 x 1200 Video NTSC PAL SECAM YPbPr 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080p HDTV 720p 1080i 1080p Typ 60 NTSC Target Color Gamut HDTV Rec 709 Analog RGB D Sub 15 pin female x 1 HDMI V 1 3 x 1 Component Video Y CB Cn Y PB PR X 1 Component Video Y CB CR Y PB PR x 1 shared with RGB input Composite Video X 1 S Videox 1 Audio in X 1 12VDC Max 0 5 A Analog RGB D Sub 15 pin female x 1 Audio out X 1 Speaker 5W x 2 Serial Connector RS232 9 pin male Mini B type USBx 1 IR receiver x 2 LANX1 11 kg 24 3 Ibs VAC 100 240V 10 A 50 60Hz Max 940 W Standby lt 1 W 0 C to 40 C without condensation 10 90 without condensation 0 1499 m at 0 C 35 C 1500 3000 m at 0 C 30 C with High Altitude Mode on 20 C 60 C 4 F to 140 F 10 90 Additional information 59 Manuals m Dimensions 443 mm X 354 7 mm X 167 mm W XD X H qsr2ug m Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount screws M6 x 8 Max L 8 mm 60 Additional information Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals m Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Refresh rate H Frequency PixelFrequency
59. nsion tables that are measured when the lens is shifted fully up or down If you are using a 120 inch 4 3 aspect ratio screen please refer to The screen aspect ratio is 4 3 and the projected picture is 4 3 The average projection distance is 494 cm If you have a 16 9 aspect ratio screen and your measured projection distance was 4 5 m 450 cm please refer to The screen aspect ratio is 16 9 and the projected picture is 16 9 The closest match in the Average column is 449 cm Looking across this row shows that a 100 inch screen is required Checking the min and max projection distance values in the columns of Projection distance D cm on page 14 indicates that the 4 5 m measured projection distance will also fit the 90 and 110 inch size screens The projector can be adjusted using the zoom control to display on these different screen sizes at the projection distance Be aware that these different screens have different vertical offset values If you place the projector in a different position to that recommended you will have to tilt it down or up to center the image on the screen In these situations some image distortion will occur Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion See Correcting picture distortion on page 26 for details Positioning your projector 13 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Projection dimensions Installation for a 16 9 ratio screen Floor Installation Ceiling Installation
60. of the IR beam Always aim straight at the projector however most screens will also reflect the IR beam to the projector A Ceiling mounting the projector We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector so we need to bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent damage to person and property If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed If you use a non BenQ brand projector ceiling mount kit there is a safety risk that the projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the place you purchased your BenQ projector BenQ recommends that you also purchase a separate Kensington lock compatible security cable and attach it securely to both the Kensington lock slot on the projector and the base of the ceiling mount bracket This will perform the secondary role of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose Overview 7 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals ysysuq 8 Projector features Full HD compatible The projector is compatible with Standard Definition TV SDTV 480i 480p 576i 576p and High Definition TV HDTV 720p 1080i and 1080p formats with the 1080p format providing a tru
61. or 29 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Advanced picture quality controls There are more advanced functions in the Picture Advanced menu to be adjusted to your preference To save the settings just press MENU EXIT to leave the OSD menu qsr2uq Setting Black Level Highlight Black Level and press lt P on the projector or remote control to select 0 IRE or 7 5 IRE m Black Level Clarity Control The grayscale video signal is measured in IRE units In some areas which Qu use NTSC TV standard the grayscale is measured from 7 5 IRE black to 100 IRE white however in other areas where PAL equipment or Ei Fim node Japanese NTSC standards are used the grayscale is measured from 0 IRE black to 100 IRE white We suggest that you check the input source to see if it is with 0 IRE or 7 5 IRE then select accordingly Controlling image clarity You may have static or noisy projected pictures To achieve better picture clarity my Black Level 1 Highlight Clarity Control and press ENTER on the projector or remote i Color Temperature m Gamma Selection control to display the Clarity Control page Brilliant Color 3D Color Management 2 Press A V to select the item you want to adjust and press 4 gt toset PEZZA the desired value Noise Reduction Reduces electrical image noise caused by different media players The higher the setting the less the noise Noise Reduction Detail Enh
62. ot shown on the screen Function Description FAQ Image and Installation Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter FAQ Features and Service Source Shows the current signal source Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the Picture Basic gt Picture Mode menu Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal Lamp Mode Shows the selected lamp mode in the Advanced Setup gt Lamp Mode menu Equivalent Lamp Hour 1 Shows the total lamp time used Equivalent Lamp Hour 2 50 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Additional information Care of the projector Your projector needs little maintenance The only thing you have to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp Contact your dealer or local customer service center if the projector fails to operate as expected Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface Before you attempt to clean the lens turn the projector off unplug the power cable and leave it several minutes to cool completely 1 Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust Available from building hardware or photographic suppliers 2 Ifthere is stubborn dirt or smudge marks use a proper photographic lens brush or moisten a clean soft lens cloth with lens cleaner to gently wipe the lens surface 3 Never use any type of
63. projected pictures Setting the projector in Dual Reliable mode also extends the lamp life To set Dual Reliable mode go to the Advanced Setup gt Lamp Settings gt Lamp Mode menu and press lt gt Setting Auto Power Off This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected after a set period of time To set Auto Power Off go to the System Setup gt Auto Power Off menu and press lt gt to select a time period The time period can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5 minute increments If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation select Disable The projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period 52 Additional information Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Language El Splash Screen i Projector Position Ts Auto Power Off Sleep Timer Background Color Menu Settings Input Source English BenQ Floor Front Disable Disable Timing of replacing the lamp When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp please install a new lamp or consult your dealer An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode Go to http lamp BenQ com for a replacement lamp The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes
64. quivalent Transporting the projector It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent Additional information 51 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Lamp information ysysuq 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 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted 2 Press V to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER The Lamp Settings page is displayed 3 Thelamp hour information is shown in the row of Equivalent Lamp Hour 1 Equivalent Lamp Hour 2 4 To leave the menu press MENU EXIT xtending lamp life The projection lamp is a consumable item To keep the lamp life as long as possible you can do the following settings via the OSD menu Setting Lamp Mode as Dual Reliable Lamp Settings E 4 Baud Rate 44 High Altitude Mode Audio Settings amp Password 2 Lan Control Settings 5 Reset All Settings 4 Direct Power On Signal Power On Expert Mode 115200 Off Reset Lamp Timer 1 Reset Lamp Timer 2 Equivalent Lamp Hour 1 Equivalent Lamp Hour 2 Dual Reliable 50 hours 50 hours Using Dual Reliable mode reduces system noise and power consumption If the Dual Reliable mode is selected the light output will be reduced and result in darker
65. reduce the risk of severe burns allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp e 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 e 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 e This lamp contains mercury Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner Additional information 53 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals projector from the power outlet Turn off all connected equipment and disconnect all other cables See Turning the projector off on page 42 for details qsr2ug Loosen the screw on the lamp cover 3 Remove the lamp cover 4 Identify thelamp you want to replace by looking at the top of the lamp 54 Additional information Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals 1 Turn the power off and disconnect the 5 6 Loosen the screw that hold the lamp to the projector Disconnect the lamp connector from the projector Lift the handle so that it is perpendicular to the lamp Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector Cz Notes Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers
66. s below l 2 Make sure the Power light is orange after power has been applied Press POWER 5 on the projector or ON 5 on the remote control to start the projector As soon as the lamp lights up a Power On Tone will be heard To turn of the ring tone see Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone on page 36 for details The fans will start operating and a start up image will be displayed on the screen for a few seconds while it warms up CT The projector will not respond to further commands while it is warming up If the projector is activated for the first time select your OSD language following the on screen instructions If you are prompted for a password press the arrow keys to enter a six digit password See Utilizing the password function on page 23 for details Press one of the Source keys on the remote control or press SOURCE on the projector repeatedly until your desired signal is selected See Selecting an input source on page 21 for details If the horizontal frequency of the input source exceeds the range of the projector the message No Signal will be displayed on the screen This message will remain on screen until you change the input source to an appropriate one C If you attempt to re start the projector shortly after shutdown the fans may run for a few minutes to cool 20 down Press 5 Power again to start the projector after the fans stop and the Power indicator light turns orange Usi
67. se 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 3D Color Management provides six sets RGBCMY of colors to be adjusted to favorite colors When you select each color you can independently adjust its color range and saturation according to your preference To adjust and store the settings 1 In the Picture Advanced menu highlight 3D Color Management and press ENTER The 3D Color Management page is displayed 2 Highlight Primary Color and press lt gt to select a color from among Red Yellow Green Cyan Blue and Magenta 3 Press V to highlight Range and press 4 gt to select the color range you wish to make adjustment The bigger the range the more proportions of its two adjacent colors the color contains Please refer to the illustration to the right for how the colors relate to each other For example if you select Red and set its range at 0 only pure red is selected Increasing its range will include both the red color close to yellow and red color close to magenta Press V to highlight Saturation and adjust the color saturation level by pressing lt P gt If you select Red and set its range at 0 only the saturation of the pure red will be affected C Saturation is
68. sr2ug Main menu Display Sub menu Aspect Ratio Options Anamorphic 4 3 Letter Box Wide Real Keystone 2D Keystone Position Overscan Adjustment 0 1 2 3 Color Space Conversion Auto RGB YUV PIP On Off Main Source Second Source HDMI Video S Video Component 1 Component 2 PC PIP Active Window Main PIP Position Top Right Bottom Left Bottom Right Top Left Size Large Small H Size PC amp Component YPbPr Tuning Pies Auto Blank Timer Disable 5 min 10 min 15 min 20 min 25 min 30 min Test Pattern System Setup Language English Frangais Deutsch Italiano Espanol Pycckwii S388 xc fS p FH xc AA 8 O1 Svenska Nederlands Turkge e tina Portugu s Inv Polski Splash Screen BenQ Blue Black Projector Position Floor Front Ceiling Front Floor Rear Ceiling Rear Auto Power Off Disable 5 min 10 min 15 min 20 min 25 min 30 min Sleep Timer Disable 30 min 60 min 90 min 120 min 150 min 180 min Background Color Black Purple Blue Menu Display Time 5 sec 10 sec 15 sec 20 sec 25 sec 30 sec Menu Settings Menu Position Center Top Left Top Right Bottom Right Bottom Left Reminder Message On Off Input Source HDMI Video S Video Component 1 Component 2 PC Quick Auto Search On Off Closed Caption Enable On Off Closed Caption Caption Version CC1 CC2 CC3 CC4 Standby Monitor Out
69. suitable for occasions where you want to stretch the width ofa 4 3 aspect 4 Picture picture to the width of a 16 9 aspect screen It does not alter the height Some widescreen movies have been produced with their width squashed down to the width of a 4 3 aspect and are best viewed when restretched back to their original width using this setting 5 Real This setting displays the image in a one to one pixel mapping oo umm without alteration or resize in the center of the projection This is most C p 2 suitable for use with PC source inputs O 4 3 picture C7 The black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas e OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas Using Panamorph lenses optional Panamorph lenses allow you to convert 16 9 projectors to the full 2 35 1 aspect ratio of most motion pictures showing the best movies without letterbox bars at top and bottom of images while increasing resolution by 3396 and brightness by 2096 Q Q Pressing LB on Q O Using O O C the remote Panamorph control lens deu c d ANO dose XO 2 35 1 aspect ratio 2 35 1 aspect ratio image 2 35 1 aspect ratio image image using the entire resolution of in a 2 35 1 display area the 16 9 display You may need a 2 35 1 screen to display the 2 35 1 images For more information please go to www panamorph com or contact the place you purchased the projec
70. t all cable plugs are firmly fitted to the equipment jacks C Note that all cables shown in the following connection diagrams may not be supplied with the projector See Shipping contents on page 6 for details Most cables are commercially available from electronics stores Connecting HDMI devices HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface supports uncompressed video data transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners DVD players and displays over a single cable It provides pure digital viewing and listening experience You should use an HDMI cable when making connection between the projector and HDMI devices HDMI device DVD player digital tuner etc ET To make sure you select a correct input source type for the HDMI signal see HDMI Settings on page 49 for details Sa gp 0 ep 0008 HDMI cable CX UE Connecting with video equipment 17 Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Connecting component video devices Be sure to match the corresponding colors between the cables and the terminals The RCA type component video jacks are provided for connection to video output devices The audio connections are provided for informational purposes only You can also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier AV equipment DVD player 4m digital tuner etc c Component video cable Audio cable JHH Audio cable Connecting S Video or video
71. t of digital signal processing digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input source Images can be stretched in a linear manner so the whole of the image is stretched equally or non linearly which distorts the image To change the projected picture ratio no matter what aspect the source is Using the control button 1 Press ASPECT to show the current setting 2 Press ASPECT repeatedly to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements Using the OSD menu 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Display menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight Aspect Ratio 3 Press lt gt to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements About the aspect ratio 1 Anamorphic ANA Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 16 9 aspect ratio This setting stretches and resizes linearly except that it treats the vertical and horizontal dimensions independently It stretches the height of the source image until it reaches the full projected height and stretches the width of the source image until it reaches the full projected width This may alter the projected aspect depending upon the original aspect of the source image Anamorphic is most suitable for images which are already in a 16 9 aspect like hi
72. take effect on the active window The following OSD menu function cannot work on the active windows for the PIP Quick Auto Search EISE NE o 77 Aspect Ratio Anamorphic Keystone Overscan Adjustment PIP Blank Timer Disable PIP On Main Source Second Source Active Window Main Position Top Right q 4 7 To change the position of the smaller picture highlight Position and press lt gt repeatedly until a suitable position is selected 8 To resize the small picture highlight Size and press 4 9 to set the PIP size among Small or Large 9 To save the settings and leave the OSD menu press MENU EXIT Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Using the projector 41 Turning the projector off To turn the projector off press POWER 5 on the projector or ON 5 on the remote control and a warning message appears Press POWER ON 5 again The Power indicator light flashes orange and the fans run for about two minutes to cool the lamp The projector will not respond to any commands until the cooling process is complete Then the Power indicator light is a steady orange once the cooling process has finished and fans stop Ifthe projector will not be used for an extended period unplug the power cable from the power outlet To protect the lamp the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process CT Actual lamp life ma
73. th a low color temperature appears to be reddish white A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it 30 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Setting a preferred color temperature To set a preferred color temperature 1 Highlight Color Temperature and select User 1 User 2 or User 3 by pressing lt p gt on the projector or remote control 2 Press V to highlight Color Temperature User Fine Tuning and press ENTER The Color Temperature User Fine Tuning page is displayed Cr The menu name User in Color Temperature corresponds with the setting selected Green Gain Blue Gain Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset 3 Press A to highlight the item you want to change and adjust the values by pressing lt gt Red Gain Green Gain Blue Gain Adjusts the contrast levels of Red Green and Blue Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset Adjusts the brightness levels of Red Green and Blue 4 To save and leave the settings press MENU EXIT Selecting a Gamma setting Highlight Gamma Selection and select a preferred setting by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness Gamma 1 2 3 Select these values according to your preference Gamma4 Increases the average brightness of the picture Best for a lit environment meeting room or family room Gamma 5 6
74. tion Floor Front Auto Power Off Disable Tint m Sharpness E Sleep Timer Disable t Reset Picture Settings Background Color Blue m Rename User Mode EI Menu Settings Input Source 3 Quick Auto Search S Video Back Closed Caption Standby Monitor Out 2 Use lt gt to highlight the System Setup menu zl S Video EXIT Back i g 4 Press MENU EXIT twice to leave and save amp Language English the settings Splash Screen BenQ 2 P E Prejeto eain Floor Front The first press leads you back to the main E Auto Power Off Disable Sleep Timer Disable menu and the second press closes the OSD B Menu Settings menu E Input Source Quick Auto Search off X Closed Caption Securing the projector Using a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft Otherwise purchase a lock such as the Kensington lock to secure the projector You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the projector See item 5 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 22 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use the projector includes an option for setting up password security The password can be set through the On Screen Display OSD menu Once the pass
75. tor 34 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Hiding the image In order to draw the audience s full attention to the presenter you can use BLANK 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 Display 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 The length of time can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5 minute increments If the preset time spans are not suitable for your personation select Disable No matter Blank Timer is activated or not you can press any key on the projector or remote control to restore the picture C Once BLANK is pressed the projector lamp enters Dual Reliable mode automatically Freezing the image Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image The word FREEZE will be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen To release the function press any key on the projector or remote control CT If your remote control has the following keys please note that they cannot be pressed to release the function LASER 1 4 PAGE UP PAGE DOWN 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 froze
76. trol batteries 1 To open the battery cover turn the remote control over to view its back push on the finger grip on the cover and slide it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated The cover will slide off 2 Remove any existing batteries if necessary and install two new AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment Positive goes to positive and negative goes to negative 3 Refit the cover by aligning it with the case and sliding it back up into position Stop when it clicks into place CF Notes on handling batteries Do not mix old batteries with new ones or mix different types of batteries Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive hot or humid environment like the kitchen bathroom sauna sunroom or in a closed car e Dispose of used batteries according to the battery manufacturer s instructions and local environment regulations for your region Ifthe remote control will not be used for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid damage to the control from possible battery leakage Remote control operation Make sure that there is nothing positioned between the remote control and the infrared IR sensors on the projector that might obstruct the IR beam from the remote control reaching the projector upto8m The effective range ofthe remote control is up to 8 meters and at an angle within 30 degrees
77. ume and press lt gt to select a desired sound level Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone To turn off the ring tone 1 Repeat steps 1 2 above 2 Press V to highlight Power On Off Ring Tone and press lt gt to select Off CT 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 Setting the lamp mode This projector is capable of dual lamp projection and provides several lamp modes for different purposes Lamp mode User Benefit Suitable environment Delivering super bright and clear images Dual Brightest d Suitable for high ambient light environments _ Large well lit meeting Two lamps are used in normal Allowing continuous and non stop operation rooms or auditoriums mode under critical situations Dual Reliable Extending the lamp life Two lamps are used in Allowing continuous and non stop operation Mid large boardrooms economic mode under critical situations Single Alternative The lamp with shorter operating hours is selected automatically and used in normal mode Extending the total operation time i Normal sized rooms Reducing lamp replacement frequency Single Eco The lamp with shorter operating hours is selected automatically and used in economic mode Extending the lamp life Extending the total operation time Reducing lamp replacement frequency Small to norm
78. valent Lamp Hour 1 Equivalent Lamp Hour 2 Shows the lamp hour information See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 52 for details HDMI Settings Selects an input source type for the HDMI signal Auto is the default and recommended setting You can also manually select the source type The different source types carry different standards for the brightness level CT This function is only available when the HDMI signal is selected Baud Rate Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS 232 cable and update or download the projector s firmware This function is intended for qualified service personnel High Altitude Mode A mode for operation in areas like high altitude or high temperature See Operating in a high altitude environment on page 40 for details Audio Settings See Adjusting the sound on page 36 for details Password Password Limits use of the projector to only those who know the correct password See Utilizing the password function on page 23 for details Change Password You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one See Utilizing the password function on page 23 for details Lan Control Settings See Controlling the projector through a Lan environment on page 37 for details Reset All Settings Returns all settings to the factory preset values Cr The following s
79. will scan for input sources until it acquires a signal If the function is not activated the projector selects the last used input source Closed Caption Closed Caption Enable Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions 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 CC1 CC2 CC3 or CC4 CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area These functions are only available when the Video or S Video signal is selected Standby Monitor Out Selecting On enables the function The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the PC jack is correctly connected to devices See Connecting a monitor on page 19 for how to make the connection CF Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Advanced Setup menu Function Description Lamp Settings Lamp Mode Selects the projector lamp power among Dual Brightest Dual Reliable and Single Alternative modes Reset Lamp Timer 1 Reset Lamp Timer 2 Once the lamp is renewed select Reset to return the lamp timer to 0 See Resetting the lamp timer on page 55 for details Equi
80. word is set and this function is selected the projector is password protected Users who do not know the correct password can not use the projector A 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 C7 Once a password has been set and activated the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started 1 Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Advanced Setup 5 menu is highlighted Advani 2 Press W to highlight Password and press ENTER The Password page is o Seu displayed Smeets 3 Highlight Password and press lt P gt to select On The Input Password ie tan cna Settings page is displayed i Dre ower On 4 As the picture indicates the four arrow keys A gt V lt Expert Mode respectively represent 4 digits 1 2 3 4 According to the password you desire to set press the arrow keys on the remote control or Password Change Password projector to enter six digits for the password If the function is used for the first time enter the default password 1 1 1 1 1 1 of the projector by pressing the arrow key A six times Once the password is set the OSD menu returns to the Password page IMPORTANT The digits being input will be displayed
81. y vary due to different environmental conditions and usage Ifyou attempt to re start the projector shortly after shutdown the fans may run for a few minutes to cool down Press Power ON again to start the projector after the fans stop and the Power indicator light turns orange 42 Using the projector Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals On Screen Display OSD menus On Screen Display OSD structure Please note that the on screen display OSD menus vary according to the signal type selected Main menu Sub menu Options Picture Mode Cinema Dynamic Presentation sRGB User 1 User 2 Load Settings From Brightness 0 100 Picture Contrast 0 100 x Color 0 100 Basic Tint 20 20 Sharpness 0 8 Reset Picture Settings Rename User Mode Black Level 0 IRE 7 5 IRE Noise Reduction 0 1 2 3 Detail Enhancement 0 5 Clarity Control Luma Transmission 0 1 2 Chroma Transmission 0 1 2 Color Temperature T1 T2 T3 T4 User 1 User 2 User 3 Red Gain 0 100 Green Gain 0 100 Picture ad Temperature Blue Gain 0 100 ser Fine Tuning Red Offset 0 100 Advanced Green Offset 0 100 Blue Offset 0 100 Gamma Selection 1 8 Brilliant Color On Off Primary Color Red Yellow Green Cyan Blue Magenta 3D Color Management Range 0 100 Saturation 0 100 Film Mode On Off 3D Comb Filter On Off Downloaded From projector manual com BenQ Manuals Using the projector 43 q

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