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1. l Tighten the screw that secures the lamp cover A e Loose screw may cause a bad connection which could result in malfunction Do not over tighten the screw 12 Connect the power and restart the projector Resetting the lamp timer CF Do not reset the lamp timer if the lamp has not been replaced as this could cause damage 13 After the start up logo press MENU EXIT and then press lt P gt until the System Setup Advanced menu is highlighted 14 Press W to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE ENTER The Lamp Settings page displays 15 Highlight Reset Lamp Timer and press MODE ENTER A warning message displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer Highlight Reset and press MODE ENTER The lamp time will be reset to 0 Using the projector 51 Indicators There are three indicators which show the status of the projector Check the following for information about the indicator lights If there is anything wrong turn the projector off and contact your dealer E When the projector is in a normal state 52 Power Temp Lamp Status amp Description Orange off off Stand by mode Green Flashing Off Off Powering up Green Off Off Normal operation e The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down Orange Off Off process Flashing e The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off E
2. Pixel A Refresh rate H Frequency Format Resolution Hz KHz Frequency MHz VGA_60 59 940 31 469 25 175 VGA_72 72 809 37 861 31 500 640 x 480 VGA_75 75 000 37 500 31 500 VGA_85 85 008 43 269 36 000 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70 087 31 469 28 3221 SVGA_60 60 317 37 879 40 000 SVGA_72 72 188 48 077 50 000 sn SoG SVGA_75 75 000 46 875 49 500 SVGA_85 85 06 53 674 56 250 SVGA_120 Pee 119 854 77 425 83 000 XGA_60 60 004 48 363 65 000 XGA_70 70 069 56 476 75 000 oer XGA_75 75 029 60 023 78 750 XGA_85 84 997 68 667 94 500 XGA_120 ee 119 989 97 551 115 500 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75 00 67 500 108 000 1024 x 576 Beno Motebogk 60 00 35 820 46 996 Timing 1024 x 600 BenQ Notebook 64 995 41 467 51 419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 60 45 000 74 250 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59 870 47 776 79 5 WXGA _60 59 810 49 702 83 500 WXGA _75 74 934 62 795 106 500 12803800 WXGA_85 84 880 71 554 122 500 WXGA_120 ene 119 909 101 563 146 25 58 Using the projector SXGA_60 60 020 63 981 108 000 1280 x 1024 SXGA_75 75 025 79 976 135 000 SXGA_85 85 024 91 146 157 500 1280 x 960_60 60 000 60 000 108 1280 x 960 1280 x 960_85 85 002 85 938 148 500 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60 60 015 47 712 85 500 1440 x 900 WXGA _60 59 887 55 935 106 500 1400 x 1050 SXGA _60 59 978 65 317 121 750 1600 x 1200 UXGA 60 000 75 000 162 000 1680 x1050 1680 x 105_60 59 954 65 290 14
3. a BenQ W 1070 W 1080ST Digital Projector Home Cinema Series User Manual Table of contents Important safety instructions 3 OVEPVICW scecscccssscseecsesecessceesceesce 6 Shipping CONSENS sc0scrsensvercsonerorsonssaeonen 6 Replacing the remote control attetis cscisisartcinnsicinsecsseednvaacieaiown 7 Remote control effective range 7 Projector features essssececesseseeeeeeeeees 9 Projector exterior View sees 10 Controls and functions eeeceeee II Control panel os eesessessecsesssesceseessseeseeseaee II Remote CONTI esesseeceseeceeceeeeceeneeeeeeeees 12 Positioning your projector 13 Choosing a location essesesesesteseeeeee 13 Obtaining a preferred projected WIA QS SIZE onini ie ereayenaceces 14 How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size 14 How to determine the recommended screen size for a given distance 14 Projection dimensions seseceseeeeseees 16 Shifting the projection lens vertically 20 Connecting with video equipment tec cecnst Seiad vastness Preparations Connecting HDMI devices ssseseeees 21 Connecting component video devices 22 Connecting S Video or video devices 22 Connecting a COMPUtER sssssssesssssssseesessssse e 23 Using the projector 24 Turning the projector OM ou 24 Selecting an input SOULCE eee 25 Fine tuning the image s
4. e2 ravtaiccer l comeonent mine Positioning your projector 21 Connecting component video devices Be sure to match the corresponding colors between the cables and the terminals The RCA type component video jacks are provided for connection to video output devices You should also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier AV equipment DVD player digital tuner etc From audio output To audio input terminals terminals e e r NO O 1 D 0 Ta 0 m ia e JO Component video cable Connecting S Video or video devices You need only connect S Video or composite Video cable from the same device never both at the same time You should also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier AV equipment From audio output To audio input terminals terminals e e a Oooo T oon coe O A t 007 amp 000 Homi ah avraiccer L component mines S Video cable or Video cable Cz Ifyou have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and the video source 22 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
5. 130 3302 1619 2878 1979 2177 2374 40 140 3556 1743 3099 2131 2344 2557 44 150 3810 1868 3321 2283 2511 2740 47 160 4064 1992 3542 2435 2679 2922 50 170 4318 2117 3763 2588 2846 3105 53 180 4572 2241 3985 2740 3014 3288 56 190 4826 2366 4206 2892 3181 3470 59 200 5080 2490 4428 3044 3349 3653 62 250 6350 3113 5535 3805 4186 4566 78 300 7620 3736 6641 4566 5023 5479 93 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 17 Installation for a 4 3 ratio screen The illustrations and table below are provided for those users who already have 4 3 aspect ratio screens or intend to purchase 4 3 aspect ratio screens to view 16 9 ratio projected images Floor Installation lt A gt lt H gt B gt Ceiling Installation lt A gt lt C gt lt B gt lt F gt Screen lt F gt Screen lt G gt Center of lens lt G gt Center of lens W1070 E The screen aspect ratio is 4 3 and the projected picture is 16 9 Projection distance lt D gt mm Lowest Highest Screen dimensions Min Image Diagonal Height Width distance ja a height lt H gt lt A gt lt B gt lt C gt
6. 5 Press W to highlight a picture mode that is closest to your need and press MODE ENTER and MENUJ EXIT to go back to the User Mode Management page 6 Here you can rename the User I User 2 or User 3 mode by press W to highlight Rename User Mode and press MODE ENTER The Rename User Mode page displays Press A W lt p until your desired character is selected and press MODE ENTER Press MENU EXIT to go back to the main menu once you are done 9 Press Wto select a sub menu item to be changed and adjust the value with lt p gt See Fine tuning the picture quality on page 31 and Advanced picture quality controls on page 33 for details 10 When all settings have been done press MENU EXIT to save and leave the settings N Resetting the picture mode All of the adjustments you ve done in the Picture 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 I In the Picture menu highlight Preset Mode and press lt gt to select the picture mode including User I User 2 or User 3 you want to reset 2 Press to highlight Reset Picture Settings and press MODE ENTER The confirmation message displays 3 Press lt p gt to highlight Reset and press MODE ENTER The picture mode will return to the factory preset settings 4 Repeat steps 3 if you want to reset other picture modes Cz Do not to be confused with the Reset Pictur
7. Maintains normal colorings for white 4 Cool Makes pictures appear bluish white About color temperatures There are many different shades that are considered to be white for various purposes One of the common methods of representing white color is known as the color temperature A white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it Using the projector Advanced picture quality controls There are more advanced functions in the Picture gt Advanced and Display menus to be adjusted to your preference To save the settings just press MENU EXIT to leave the OSD menu Setting Black Level Highlight Black Level in the Picture gt Advanced menu and press lt P on the projector or remote control to select 0 IRE or 7 5 IRE The grayscale video signal is measured in IRE units In some areas which use NTSC TV standard the grayscale is measured from 7 5 IRE black to 100 IRE white however in other areas where PAL equipment or Japanese NTSC standards are used the grayscale is measured from 0 IRE black to 100 IRE white We suggest that you check the input source to see if it is with 0 IRE or 7 5 IRE then select accordingly Controlling image clarity You may have static or noisy projected pictures To achieve better picture clarity Highlight Clarity Control in the Picture gt Advanced menu and press MODE ENTER on
8. Supported timing for EDTV and HDTV via Component inputs Format Resolution Refresh rate Hz H Freq KHz Pixel Freq MHz 480i 720 x 480 59 94 15 73 13 5 480p 720 x 480 59 94 31 47 27 576i 720 x 576 50 15 63 13 5 576p 720 x 576 50 31 25 27 720 50p 1280 x 720 50 37 5 74 25 720 60p 1280 x 720 60 45 00 74 25 1080 50i 1920 x 1080 50 28 13 74 25 1080 60i 1920 x 1080 60 33 75 74 25 1080 24P 1920 x 1080 24 27 74 25 1080 25P 1920 x 1080 25 28 13 74 25 1080 30P 1920 x 1080 30 33 75 74 25 1080 50P 1920 x 1080 50 56 25 148 5 1080 60P 1920 x 1080 60 67 5 148 5 C Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format Supported timing for Video and S Video inputs i Refresh rate Pixel Freq Format Resolution Hz H Freq KHz MHz NTSC 60 15 73 3 58 PAL 50 15 63 4 43 SECAM 50 15 63 4 25 4 41 PAL M 60 15 73 3 58 PAL N 50 15 63 3 58 PAL 60 60 15 73 4 43 NTSC4 43 60 15 73 4 43 C7 Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format 60 Using the projector 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 sh
9. installers 3D function To enjoy the 3D movies videos and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images through HDMI Built in speaker s Built in speaker s providing mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected Intuitive lens shift W1070 The intuitive control over lens shift lever provides flexibility in setting up your projector Short throw ratio W1080ST The short throw ratio projection provides 1080p picture quality with shorter projection distance SmartEco SmartEco technology saves lamp power consumption up to 70 depending on the content brightness level when SmartEco mode is selected Overview 9 Projector exterior view Front and upper side view W1070 Rear and lower side view See Connecting with video equipment on page 21 for connection details 10 Overview I Control panel See Control panel on page for details 2 Lamp cover 3 Vent heated air exhaust 4 Quick release button 5 Lens cap 6 Lens shift lever 7 Focus and Zoom ring 8 Vent cool air intake 9 Speaker grill 10 Front IR sensor l l Projection lens 12 HDMI ports 13 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 14 Component Video inputs RCA support Y PsB PR or Y CsB Cr video signal 15 Mini USB port Used for service 16 RG
10. 110 2794 1370 2435 2785 3203 3620 68 120 3048 1494 2657 3038 3494 3949 75 130 3302 1619 2878 3291 3785 4278 8l 140 3556 1743 3099 3544 4076 4608 87 150 3810 1868 3321 3797 4367 4937 93 160 4064 1992 3542 4051 4658 5266 100 170 4318 2117 3763 4304 4949 5595 106 180 4572 2241 3985 4557 5241 5924 112 190 4826 2366 4206 4810 5532 6253 118 200 5080 2491 4428 5063 5823 6582 125 235 5969 2926 5202 5949 6842 7734 146 CF The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements Only the 16 recommended screen sizes are listed If your screen size is not in the table above please contact your dealer for assistance Positioning your projector W1080ST E The screen aspect ratio is 16 9 and the projected picture is 16 9 Screen dimensions Projection distance lt D gt mm Diagonal i T Lowest Highest lt A gt sigs ven eee Average Aone cos Po ma inch lt E gt mm mm mm zoom zoom mm 30 762 374 664 457 502 548 9 40 1016 498 886 609 670 731 12 50 1270 623 1107 76l 837 913 16 60 1524 747 1328 913 1005 1096 19 70 1778 872 1550 1065 1172 1279 22 80 2032 996 1771 1218 1339 1461 25 90 2286 1121 1992 1370 1507 1644 28 100 2540 1245 2214 1522 1674 1826 3I 110 2794 1370 2435 1674 1842 2009 34 120 3048 1494 2657 1826 2009 2192 37
11. 34 for details Color Management See Color Management on page 34 for details Reset Picture Settings Returns all settings in the Picture menus to the factory preset values See Resetting the picture mode on page 31 for details Using the projector Audio Setup menu Function Description Mute See Muting the sound on page 35 for details Volume See Adjusting the sound level on page 35 for details P ff Ri id Snr Ring See Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone on page 35 for details Display menu Function Description There are several options to set the picture s aspect ratio depending on your Aspect Ratio input source See Selecting the aspect ratio on page 36 for details Corrects any keystoning of the picture See Correcting picture distortion on Keystone page 29 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 Position change with every key press you made until they reach their maximum or minimum CF This function is only available when the PC signal is selected Conceals the poor picture quality in the four edges You can also manually press lt P 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 accu
12. Shows the firmware version of your projector 46 Using the projector 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 Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust Available from building hardware or photographic suppliers 2 If there is stubborn dirt or smudge marks use a proper photographic lens brush or moisten a clean soft lens cloth with lens cleaner to gently wipe the lens surface 3 Never use any type of abrasive pad alkaline acid cleaner scouring powder or volatile solvent such as alcohol benzene thinner or insecticide Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to the projector surface and cabinet material Cz 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 swi
13. and the Video source device as described below Terminal name Terminal appearance Reference Picture quality Connecting HDMI devices on HDMI ast eras ip adn laa Better S Video kss S Video or video devices or Video praa S Video or video devices O Koral PC D SU i Ge Connecting a computer on page 23 Better Preparations When connecting a signal source to the projector be sure to l Turn off all equipment before making any connections 2 Use only the correct type cables for each source with proper type plugs 3 Ensure that all cable plugs are firmly fitted to the equipment jacks CF7 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 Blu ray 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 To make sure you select a correct input source en y P w type for the HDMI signal see HDMI Settings on page 45 for details 0 000 000 Lec
14. between the remote control and the sensor s should not exceed 8 meters 26 feet Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor s on the projector that might obstruct the infra red beam e Operating the projector from the front Operating the projector from the top 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 Overview 7 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 Projector features Full HD compatible The projector is compatible w
15. ceiling it must be mounted upside down If the projector is positioned further away from the screen the projected image size increases and the vertical offset also increases proportionately When determining the positions of the screen and projector you will need to account for both the projected image size and the vertical offset dimension which are directly proportional to the projection distance This projector is equipped with a movable lens See Shifting the projection lens vertically on page 20 for details You can see the diagrams on pages 6 and 18 for the vertical offset values in the dimension tables that are measured when the lens is shifted fully up or down C Lens shift is only available on W1070 14 How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size Determine the aspect ratio of your screen 16 9 or 4 3 2 Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled Screen dimensions Using this value look across this row to the right to find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled Average This is the projection distance 3 Decide the exact position of your projector according to the position of your screen and the adjustable lens shift range lt Example gt W1070 If you are using a 120 inch 4 3 aspect ratio screen please refer to The screen aspect ratio is 4 3 and the projected picture is 16 9 The average
16. password error message displays lasting for three seconds and the message Input Current Password displays for your retry You can either 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 28 Using the projector Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with quick release adjuster foot and rear adjuster foot These adjusters change the image height and Projection angle To adjust the projector l Press the quick release button and lift the front of the projector Once the image is positioned where you want it release the quick release button to lock the foot in position 2 Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine tune the horizontal angle 1 To retract the foot hold up the projector while pressing the quick release button then slowly lower the projector Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse direction CF7 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 29 for details Correcting picture distortion Keystoning occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen and is where the projected picture displays visible as a trapezoid shape l
17. 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 Password Error wrong password the password error message as pictured to the right TEE displays lasting for three seconds and the Input Password page follows You can retry by entering another six digit password or if you did not record the password in this manual and you absolutely do not remember it you can use the password recall procedure See Entering the password recall procedure on page 28 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 27 Entering the password recall procedure Make sure the Input Password page displays on screen Press and RTT YRS hold AUTO on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds The P projector will display a coded number on the screen peels Write down the number and turn off your projector aes Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number Sack EOC ESE You may be required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector Changing the password 8 Press MENU EXIT on the projector or remote control and then press lt gt until the System Setup Advanced menu is highlighted Press A F to highlight Password and press MODE ENTER The Password page displays Highlight Cha
18. projector audio between on and off Adjusting the sound level To adjust the sound level press Volume or s 1 or Repeat steps above 2 Press W to highlight Volume and press lt gt to select a desired sound level Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone To turn off the ring tone Repeat steps above 2 Press W to highlight Power On Off Ring Tone and press lt gt to select Off CF The only way to change Power On Off Ring Tone is setting On or Off here Setting the sound mute or changing the sound level will not affect the Power On Off Ring Tone Using the projector 35 36 Selecting the aspect ratio The aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to the image height Digital TV is usually in 16 9 ratio which is the default for this projector and most analog TV signals and DVDs are in 4 3 ratio With the advent of digital signal processing digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input source Images can be stretched in a linear manner so the whole of the image is stretched equally or non linearly which distorts the image To change the projected picture ratio no matter what aspect the source is l 2 i Using the remote control Press Aspect to show the current setting Press Aspect repeatedly to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements Us
19. projector supports playing three dimensional 3D content transferred through D Sub Component HDMI Video and S Video Yet you need the required compatible hardware accessories and software to play 3D content on BenQ projector Connecting 3D video devices e PlayStation games i Make sure you have updated your console to the latest software version in PlayStation 3 ii Insert the 3D game disc Or you can download games via the PlayStation network iii Launch the game and select Play in 3D in the in game menu Blu ray 3D player i Make sure your player supports 3D Blu ray Disc and that 3D output is activated ii Play the 3D Blu ray Disc e 3D TV e g SKY 3D DirecTV i Contact your TV service provider to enable 3D channels on your channel package ii Switch to the 3D channel 3D Devices e g 3D DV DC Turn on the 3D device and project the 3D content C To view the 3D video correctly make sure Auto is selected in the Display gt 3D gt 3D Mode menu If 3D content still cannot be shown correctly select the supported format in the Display gt 3D gt 3D Mode menu After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector make sure the power of BenQ 3D glasses is on Wear the BenQ 3D glasses and then enjoy your 3D experience Using the 3D menus Press the MENU EXIT and go to the Display gt 3D menu and press MODE ENTER Or you can press the 3D Setting button on the remote control The 3D page displays 2 Highlig
20. the projector or remote control to display the Clarity Control page 2 Press W to select Noise Reduction and press lt p gt to set the desired value e Noise Reduction Reduces electrical image noise caused by different media players The higher the setting the less the noise Setting a preferred color temperature To set a preferred color temperature Highlight Color Temperature Fine Tuning in the Picture gt Advanced menu and press MODE ENTER The Color Temperature Fine Tuning page displays 2 Press A to highlight the item you want to change and adjust the values by pressing lt gt e Red Gain Green Gain Blue Gain Adjusts the contrast levels of Red Green and Blue e Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset Adjusts the brightness levels of Red Green and Blue 3 To save and leave the settings press MENU EXIT Selecting a Gamma setting Highlight Gamma Selection in the Picture gt Advanced menu 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 6 1 8 2 0 BenQ Select these values according to your preference Gamma 2 2 Increases the average brightness of the picture Best for a lit environment meeting room or family room e Gamma 2 4 2 5 Best for viewing movies in a darkened environment Gamma 2 6 2 8 Using the projector 33 34 Best for viewing movies which are mostly composed of
21. the ceiling in front of the screen Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling Set Front Ceiling after you turn the projector on 3 Rear Select this location with the projector placed near the floor behind the screen Note that a special rear projection screen is required Set Rear after you turn the projector on 4 Rear Ceiling 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 Rear Ceiling after you turn the projector on a To set the projector position l Press MENU EXIT on the projector or remote control and then press lt P gt until the System Setup Basic menu is highlighted 2 Press A V to highlight Projector Position and press lt gt until the correct position is selected Positioning your projector 13 Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen the zoom setting and the video format each factors in the projected image size The projector should always be placed horizontally level like flat on a table and positioned directly perpendicular 90 right angle square to the screen This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections or projecting onto angled surfaces If the projector is mounted on a
22. the last used input source Auto Source Search 44 Using the projector System Setup Advanced menu Function Description Lamp Settings Reset Lamp Timer Once the lamp is renewed select Reset to return the lamp timer to 0 See Resetting the lamp timer on page 51 for details Equivalent Lamp Hour Shows the lamp hour information See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 48 for details HDMI Settings HDMI Format Selects an input source type for the HDMI signal You can also manually select the source type The different source types carry different standards for the brightness level gt HDMI Format is only available when the HDMI signal is selected CEC Enables or disables the CEC function When you connect an HDMI CEC compatible device to your projector with an HDMI cable turnig on the HDMI CEC compatible device automatically turns on the projector while turnig off the projector automatically turns off the HDMI CEC compatible device 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 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 Closed Caption Closed Caption Enable Act
23. the projector menu display The On Screen Display OSD menus can be set according to your preferences The following settings do not affect the projection settings operation or performance Menu Display Time in the System Setup Basic gt Menu Settings menu sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press Use lt gt to select a suitable time length Menu Position in the System Setup Basic gt Menu Settings menu sets the OSD position in five locations Use lt P to select a preferred position e Language in the System Setup Basic menu sets your familiar language for the On Screen OSD Menus See Using the menus on page 26 for details Splash Screen in the System Setup Basic menu sets a preferred logo screen to be displayed during projector start up Locking control keys With the control keys on the remote control and projector locked you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally by children for example When Key Lock is on no control keys on the remote control and projector will operate except POWER and gt To lock the keys Press MENU EXIT and then press lt p gt until the System Setup Advanced menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight Key Lock and press lt gt to select On A warning message appears Select Yes and press MODE ENTER The control keys lock To unlock the keys press and hold on the projector or remote control for 3 secon
24. 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 Positioning your projector Connecting a computer Connect the projector to a computer with a VGA cable Laptop or desktop computer To audio input terminals From audio output terminal mm ta oOoooo oo 2 ooo ooo 0 g 000 a 600 vole sles avec Teann aah Ta aap com aos VGA cable gt Many laptops do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector Usually a key combination like Fn F3 or CRT LCD key turns the external display on off Locate a function key labeled CRT LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the laptop Press Fn and the labeled function key simultaneously Refer to your laptop s documentation to discover your laptop s key combination Positioning your projector 23 Using the projector Preparations A Please use the original accessories e g power cable only with the device to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire 24 l 2 Plug in and turn all of the connected equipment on If not already in plug the supplied power cable into the AC inlet on the r
25. video source on and check that the The video source is not turned on or signal cable is connected correctly See page connected correctly 21 The projector is not correctl No picture proj y Check the connection See page 21 connected to the input source device The input source has not been correctly selected Select the correct input source with the Source keys on the remote control or SOURCE on the projector See page 25 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 21 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 29 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 3D content does not not display correctly The 3D glasses are out of battery Recharge the 3D glasses The settings
26. with Average ree mm inch mm mm mm max with min Fa M zoom mm 40 1016 610 813 929 1069 1208 23 457 50 1270 762 1016 1162 1336 1510 29 572 60 1524 914 1219 1394 1603 1813 34 686 70 1778 1067 1422 1627 1871 2115 40 800 80 2032 1219 1626 1859 2138 2417 46 914 90 2286 1372 1829 2091 2405 2719 51 1029 100 2540 1524 2032 2324 2672 3021 57 1143 IIO 2794 1676 2235 2556 2940 3323 63 1257 120 3048 1829 2438 2788 3207 3625 69 1372 130 3302 1981 2642 3021 3474 3927 74 1486 140 3556 2134 2845 3253 3741 4229 80 1600 150 3810 2286 3048 3486 4008 4531 86 1715 160 4064 2438 3251 3718 4276 4833 91 1829 170 4318 2591 3454 3950 4543 5135 97 1943 180 4572 2743 3658 4183 4810 5438 103 2057 190 4826 2896 3861 4415 5077 5740 109 2172 200 5080 3048 4064 4647 5345 6042 114 2286 CF The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements Only the 18 recommended screen sizes are listed If your screen size is not in the table above please contact your dealer for assistance Positioning your projector W1080ST E The screen aspect ratio is 4 3 and the projected picture is 6 9 Screen dimensions Projection distance lt D gt mm Lowest Highest Min Image Diagonal Height Width distance aes ae height lt H gt lt A gt lt B gt lt C gt with A
27. 080ST only 6 Overview Replacing the remote control batteries 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 AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment Positive goes to positive and negative goes to negative 3 Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and sliding it back down into position Stop when it clicks into place A A e Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment like the kitchen bathroom sauna sunroom or in a closed car e Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer e Dispose of the used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions and local environment regulations for your region e Never throw the batteries into a fire There may be danger of an explosion Ifthe batteries are dead or if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time remove the batteries to avoid damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage Remote control effective range The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector s IR remote control sensor s to function correctly The distance
28. 6 250 640x480 67Hz MACI3 66 667 35 000 30 240 832x624 75Hz MACI6 74 546 49 722 57 280 1024x768 75Hz MACI9 75 020 60 241 80 000 152x870 75Hz MAC21 75 06 68 68 100 00 Cz Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential Top Bottom and Side by Side format Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format Supported timing for 3D signal with Top Bottom and Side by Side format e The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphic card limitations It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen Format Resolution Refresh rate Hz H Freq KHz Pixel Freq MHz Aspect 480i 720 1440 x 480 59 94 15 73 27 16 9 480p 720 x 480 59 94 31 47 27 16 9 576i 720 1440 x 576 50 15 63 27 16 9 576p 720 x 576 50 31 25 27 16 9 720 50p 1280 x 720 50 37 5 74 25 16 9 720 60p 1280 x 720 60 45 00 74 25 16 9 1080 24P 1920 x 1080 24 27 74 25 16 9 1080 25P 1920 x 1080 25 28 13 74 25 16 9 1080 30P 1920 x 1080 30 33 75 74 25 16 9 1080 50i 1920 x 1080 50 28 13 74 25 16 9 1080 60i 1920 x 1080 60 33 75 74 25 16 9 1080 50P 1920 x 1080 50 56 25 148 5 16 9 1080 60P 1920 x 1080 60 67 5 148 5 16 9 C3 Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Packing and Top Bottom format Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format Supported timing for 3D signal with Side by Side format Using the projector 59
29. 995 41 467 51 419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 60 45 000 74 250 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59 870 47 776 79 5 WXGA_60 59 810 49 702 83 500 WXGA_75 74 934 62 795 106 500 1280 x 800 WXGA_85 84 880 71 554 122 500 WXGA_120 Rene anna 119 909 101 563 146 25 56 Using the projector SXGA_60 60 020 63 981 108 000 1280 x 1024 SXGA_75 75 025 79 976 135 000 SXGA_85 85 024 91 146 157 500 1280 x 960_60 60 000 60 000 108 1280 x 960 1280 x 960_85 85 002 85 938 148 500 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60 60 015 47 712 85 500 1440 x 900 WXGA _60 59 887 55 935 106 500 1400 x 1050 SXGAt _60 59 978 65 317 121 750 1600 x 1200 UXGA 60 000 75 000 162 000 1680 x 1050 1680 x 1050_60 59 954 65 290 146 250 640 x 480 67Hz MACI3 66 667 35 000 30 240 832 x 624 75Hz MACI6 74 546 49 722 57 280 1024 x 768 75Hz MACI9 74 93 60 241 80 000 1152 x 870 75Hz MAC21 75 06 68 68 100 00 Cc Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential Top Bottom and Side by Side format Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format Supported timing for 3D signal with Top Bottom and Side by Side format The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphic card limitations It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen Using the projector 57 Supported timing for HDMI HDCP input
30. B PC Component video YPbPr YCbCr signal input jack 17 RS 232 control port Used to interface with a PC or home theater control automation system 18 S Video input mini 4 pin DIN Composite Video input RCA 19 Audio L R input jacks 20 Audio input jack Audio output jack 21 AC Power cable inlet 22 Rear adjuster foot 23 Ceiling mount holes 24 Kensington lock slot Controls and functions Control panel L Z POWER TEMP wN MENU A AUTO EXIT w T mone ENTER l Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image 2 Zoom ring Adjusts the size of the image 3 POWER indicator light Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation 4 MENU EXIT Turns on the On Screen Display OSD menu Goes back to previous OSD menu exits and saves menu settings 5 Top IR remote sensor 6 POWER Toggles the projector between standby mode and on 7 Left 4 Decreases the projector volume 8 ECO BLANK Used to blank the screen picture 9 TEMPerature warning light Lights up red if the projector s temperature becomes too high 10 LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem 11 AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image Eco aa y SOURCE GGG O OO 12 Keystone Arrow keys w A Up a v Down Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an
31. E ENTER e Ifyou want the projector to automatically search for the signals select On in the System Setup Basic gt Auto Source Search menu Fine tuning the image size and clarity I Adjust the projected picture to the size 2 Sharpen the picture by rotating the focus that you need using the zoom ring ring Using the projector 25 Using the menus The projector is equipped with multilingual On Screen Display OSD menus for making various adjustments and settings Below is the overview of the OSD menu Main menu icon l l Main menu Picture Highlight eos Sub menu T T Sharpness Color Temperature i Lamp Power Advanced Reset Picture Settings Standard Status Normal Press MENU EXIT to go back to the previous page or to exit To use the OSD menus please set the OSD menu to your familiar language Press MENU EXIT on the projector or remote control to turn the OSD menu on Preset Mode Standard z Brightness Contrast Color Tint m Sharpness is Color Temperature Lamp Power m Advanced Reset Picture Settings jormal SmartEco MENU 2 Use lt gt to highlight the System Setup Basic menu Language E Splash Screen 1 Projector Position Front m Auto Off Disable r Sleep Timer Disable m Menu Settings Input Source m Source Rename Auto Source Search 3 Pr
32. 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 Inthe Picture gt Advanced menu highlight Color Management and press MODE ENTER The Color Management page displays 2 Highlight Primary Color and press lt P gt to select a color from among Red Green Blue Cyan Magenta and Yellow 3 Press W to highlight Hue and press lt P gt to select its range Increase in the range will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two Magenta adjacent colors Blue 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 4 Press W to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing lt P gt The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately 5 Press W to highlight Saturation and adjust its values to your preference by pressing lt p gt Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately For example if you select Red and set its value at 0 only the saturation of pure red will be affected Using the projector co Saturation is the amount of that color in
33. The lamp is a consumable item The lamp brightness diminishes with use This is normal lamp behavior You can replace the lamp NOTICE Replace lamp soon whenever you notice that the brightness level has significantly Line ailis diminished Order a new lamp at lamp beng com Press MODE ENTER to dismiss the message The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally NOTICE Replace lamp now Lamp gt XXXX hrs Press MODE ENTER to dismiss the message amo aee nine exceeded Replace lamp refer to User s Manual then reset lamp timer Order a new lamp at lamp beng com C XXXxX 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 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 Turn the power off and disconnect
34. When the projector is in an abnormal state Power Temp Lamp Status amp Description aa GH Rei e The lamp has been damaged Please contact your local BenQ customer center for purchasing a new lamp e The lamp is not properly attached Red Off Off Flashing The lamp has been damaged Please contact your local BenQ customer center for purchasing a new lamp Red Red Off The projector has shut down Red Red Flashing Off automatically If you try to re The fans are not working start the projector it will shut Red Green Off d own again Please contact your Red Green off dealer for assistance Flashing The internal temperature is too high ig n Rei k e The intake ventilation or the exhaust ventilation is blocked e The projector may be in a poorly ventilated location e The ambient temperature may be too high Using the projector Troubleshooting Problem The projector does Cause There is no power from the power cable Remedy Plug the power cable into the AC inlet on the rear of the projector and plug the power cable into to the power outlet If the power outlet has a switch make sure that it is switched on See page 24 not turn on F z 3 Attempting to turn the projector on Wait until the cooling down process has again during the cooling process completed The lamp cover is not securely Correctly attach the lamp cover See page attached 49 i R Turn the
35. 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 6 To leave and save the settings press MENU EXIT Setting Film Mode Highlight Film Mode in the Display menu and select On by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control This feature helps improve picture quality when projecting composite or S video image from a film sourced DVD or Blu ray Disc Setting 3D Comb Filter Highlight 3D Comb Filter in the Display menu and select On by pressing lt p gt on the projector or remote control 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 gt This function is only available when a composite or S video signal is selected 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 21 for how the audio input is connected Muting the sound To temporarily turn off the sound Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Audio Setup menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight Mute and press lt gt to select On C7 If available you can also press Mute on the remote control to toggle
36. all be replacement of any defective parts labor included To obtain warranty service immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects Important The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to operate the product in accordance with BenQ s written instructions especially the ambient humidity must be in between 10 and 90 temperature in between 0 C and 35 C altitude lower than 3000 meters and avoiding to operate the projector in a dusty environment This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country For other information please visit www BenQ com Copyright Copyright 2012 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 f
37. alues Reset All Settings The following settings will still remain Keystone Language Projector Position High Altitude Mode Password Key Lock and ISF The ISF calibration menu is password protected and only accessible by authorized ISF calibrators The ISF Imaging Science Foundation has developed carefully crafted industry recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use ISF 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 Information menu This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector C Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen Function Description Source Shows the current signal source Preset Mode Shows the selected mode in the Picture gt Preset Mode menu Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input source Color System Shows input system format NTSC PAL SECAM YUV or RGB Equivalent Lamp Shows the total lamp time used Hour Shows the current 3D mode 3D Format CF7 3D Format is only available when 3D Mode is enabled Firmware Version
38. angled projection gt Right 1 Increases the projector volume When the On Screen Display OSD menu is activated the 7 12 and 13 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments 14 MODE ENTER Selects an available picture setup mode Activates the selected On Screen Display OSD menu item 15 SOURCE Displays the source selection bar Overview 11 Remote control 14 PES ett fe eHO SO OP z oo Se oD ore PA xe 47 ote L oO 7 a e e I POWER Toggles the projector between standby mode and on 2 Info Shows the status information of the projector 3 MENU EXIT Turns on the On Screen Display OSD menu Goes back to previous OSD menu exits and saves menu settings lt Left 5 MODE ENTER Selects an available picture setup mode gt Activates the selected On Screen Display OSD menu item 6 ECO BLANK Used to blank the screen picture 7 Keystone Arrow keys w AUp a v Down Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection 8 SmartEco Displays the lamp mode selection bar Normal Economic SmartEco 9 Aspect Selects the display aspect ratio Overview 10 Digital Zoom Magnifies or reduces the projected picture size 11 Picture quality adjustment keys Brightness Contrast Color Tint Displa
39. as a percentage of the projected image height It is measured as an offset from the projected image s vertical center You can use the lever to shift the projection lens upwards or downwards within the allowable range depending on your desired image position To use the lens shift lever 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 e When the screen position is fixed Screen Projector e When the projector position is fixed 130 120 110 1 mK 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 29 for details 20 Positioning your projector Connecting with video equipment You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment such as a VCR DVD player Blu ray 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
40. dark scenes High Brightness Low Brightness Low Contrast High Contrast 1 6 1 8 2 0 2 2 24 25 2 6 2 8 Adjusting Brilliant Color Highlight Brilliant Color in the Picture gt Advanced menu and select On by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control This feature utilizes a new color processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing truer more vibrant colors in picture When set to Off Brilliant Color is disabled Color Management In most installation situations color management will not be necessary such as in classroom meeting room or lounge room situations where lights remain on or where building external windows allow daylight into the room Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms lecture theaters or home theaters should color management be considered Color management provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color reproduction should you require it Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible viewing conditions You will need to use a colorimeter color light meter and provide a set of suitable source images to measure color reproduction These tools are not provided with the projector however your projector supplier should be able to provide you with suitable guidance or even an experienced professional installer The Color Management provides six sets
41. ds Turning the projector off To turn the projector off press POWER and a warning message appears Press POWER 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 Once the cooling process finishes a Power Off Ring Tone will be heard To turn off the ring tone see Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone on page 35 for details Then the Power indicator light is a steady orange once the cooling process has finished and fans stop If the projector will not be used for an extended period unplug the power cable from the power outlet To protect the lamp the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process C gt Actual lamp life may vary due to different environmental conditions and usage Using the projector 39 40 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 Preset Mode Cinema Dynamic Standard User User 2 User 3 3D ISF Night ISF Day User Mode Management Brightness 0 100 Contrast 0 100 Color 0 100 Tint 0 100 Sharpness 0 15 Color Temperature Normal Cool Lamp Native Warm Picture Lamp Power Normal Economic SmartEco Black Level 0 IRE 7 5 IRE Clar
42. e Settings function here with the Reset All Settings in the System Setup Advanced menu The Reset All Settings function returns most of the settings to the factory preset values system wide See Reset All Settings on page 46 for details 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 menu and adjust the a a values by pressing lt P gt on the projector or remote ETT 2 Ane Rowe control z ae S 30 50 a 70 The higher the value the brighter the picture And the lower the setting the darker the picture Adjust this control so the black areas of the picture appear just as black and that detail in the dark areas is visible Adjusting Contrast Highlight Contrast in the Picture menu and adjust the values by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control bei EEA 30 mz 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 menu and adjust the values by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control Using the pr
43. e 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 Press MENU EXIT on the projector or remote control and then press lt p gt until the System Setup Advanced menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight Password and press MODE ENTER The Password page displays 3 Highlight Change Password and press MODE ENTER The Input Password page displays 4 As the picture indicates the four arrow keys A gt V 4 respectively represent 4 digits 1 2 3 4 According to the password you desire to set press the arrow keys on the remote control or projector to enter six digits for the password Confirm the new password by re entering the new password Once the password is set the OSD menu returns to the Password page Input New Password IMPORTANT The digits being input will display as asterisks on screen Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it Password 5 Highlight Power On Lock and then press lt gt to select On 6 Confirm the current password 7 To leave the OSD menu press MENU EXIT If you forget the password If the
44. e 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 preset mode that suits your need Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Picture menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight Preset Mode 3 Press lt p gt until your desired mode is selected These modes consist of preset values suitable for various projection situations as described below e Cinema With well balanced color saturation and contrast with a low brightness level this is most suitable for enjoying movies in a totally dark environment as you would find in a commercial cinema e 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 e Standard It is slightly brighter than Cinema mode and suitable for use in rooms where there is a small amount of ambient light e 3D It is optimized to bring up 3D effects when watching 3D contents C This mode is only available when 3D function is enabled User I User 2 User 3 Recalls the customized settings See Setting the User User 2 User 3 mode on page 30 for details CF User 3 is only available when 3D mode is enabled 30 Fine tuning the selected picture mode The pre defined picture mode settings can be a
45. ear of the projector Plug the power cable into a wall power outlet and turn the wall switch on Turning the projector on Follow the steps below l 2 Make sure the Power light is orange after power has been applied Press and hold POWER to turn the projector on As soon as the lamp lights up a Power On Tone will be heard The POWER indicator light flashes green and stays green when the projector is on C To turn off the ring tone see Turning off the Power On Off Ring Tone on page 35 for details The fans will start operating and a start up image displays on the screen for a few seconds while it warms up C The projector will not respond to further commands while it is warming up If you are prompted for a password press the arrow keys to enter a six digit password See Utilizing the password function on page 27 for details Source Searching will be displayed on the screen before the projector identifies the input source This message will remain on the screen until a valid signal is detected See Selecting an input source on page 25 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 Using the projector Selecting an input source The projector can be connected to multiple equipment at the same ti
46. ess W to highlight Language and press MODE ENTER 4 Press A W lt to select a preferred language amp Language 1 Splash Screen Projector Position m Auto Off E Sleep Timer m Menu Settings 5 Input Source m Source Rename Ez Auto Source Search Disable Disable 5 S Video 5 Press MENU EXIT twice on the projector or remote control to leave and save the settings The first press leads you back to the main menu and the second press closes the OSD menu 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 24 on page 10 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 26 Using the projector Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use the projector includes an option for setting up password security The password can be set through the On Screen Display OSD menu Once the password is set and this function is selected the projector is password protected Users who do not know the correct password can not use the projector A You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and subsequently forget th
47. ht 3D Mode and press MODE ENTER The 3D Mode page displays 3 Press A F to highlight the 3D format that you need and press MODE ENTER The projector automatically detects the format of the video when selecting Auto If not you need to base on the 3D format of the video to make an appropriate setting in the 3D Mode menu 4 Press MENU EXIT to go back to the 3D page 5 Press A F to highlight 3D Sync Invert and press lt gt to select Invert to switch between the image for the left eye and the right eye for the more natural viewing You can also toggle this function between Invert and Disable by pressing 3D Invert on the remote control A e Use corrective glasses or other such methods to correct your eyesight if you suffer from myopia 38 hyperopia astigmatism or have eyesight differences between the left and right eyes before putting on the 3D Glasses to watch the 3D content e When the projector starts to project the 3D images the image may seem misplaced however this is not a product malfunction e Take appropriate breaks when watching 3D content e Stop watching 3D content if you feel fatigue or discomfort e Keep a distance from the screen of about three times the effective height of the screen when watching 3D content e Children and people with a history of oversensitivity to light heart problems or have any other existing medical condition should be refrained from watching 3D content Using the projector Personalizing
48. ike either of the following e Two parallel sides left and right or top and bottom but is noticeably wider on either side e No parallel sides To correct the picture s shape you can perform the following steps Adjust the projection angle Move the projector to be in front of the center of the screen with the center of the lens level with the screen 2 If the picture is stilled distorted or the projector is unable to be positioned as described above you will need to manually correct the picture e Using the remote control or projector i Press one of the Arrow Keystone keys on the remote control or projector Up A w Downw a to display the Keystone page ii See step iii below for further operation e Using the OSD menu i Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Display menu is highlighted ii Press V to highlight Keystone and press MODE ENTER The keystone correction page displays iii 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 Z vin Beh Ge B Using the projector 29 Using th
49. in the 3D menu are not set correctly Correctly set the settings in the 3D menu See page 38 Your Blu ray Disc is not in 3D format Use a 3D Blu ray Disc and try again The input source has not been correctly selected Select the correct source with the Source keys on the remote control or SOURCE on the projector See page 25 Using the projector 53 Specifications Cz All specifications are subject to change without notice Optical Resolution 1920 H x 1080 V Display system Single chip DLP system Lens F Number W1070 F 2 59 to 2 87 f 16 88 to 21 88 mm W1080ST F 2 6 to 2 78 f 10 2 to 12 24 mm Lamp 240 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100 240V 3 4 A 50 60 Hz Automatic Power consumption 375 W Max lt 0 5 W Standby Mechanical Weight W1070 2 65 Kg 5 84 Ibs W1080ST 2 85 Kg 6 28 Ibs Output terminals Speaker Stereo 10 watt x 1 Audio signal output PC audio jack x 1 54 Using the projector Control RS 232 serial control 9 pin x 1 IR receiver x 2 Mini B type USB x 1 12VDC Max 0 5 A x 1 Input terminals Computer input RGB input D Sub 15 pin female x 1 Video signal input S VIDEO Mini DIN 4 pin port x 1 VIDEO RCA jack x 1 SD HDTV signal input Analog Component RCA jack x 3 through RGB input Digital HDMI x 2 Audio signal input Audio in RCA audio jack L R x 2 PC audio jack x 1 Environmental Requirements O
50. ing the OSD menu Press MENU EXIT and then press lt p gt until the Display menu is highlighted Press W to highlight Aspect Ratio Press lt p gt to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements About the aspect ratio Auto Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector s native aos 5 5 resolution in its horizontal or vertical width This is suitable for the O a O incoming image which is neither in 4 3 nor 16 9 and you want to make LO lt O O O most use of the screen without altering the image s aspect ratio 15 9 picture Real This setting displays the image in a one to one pixel mapping oo neeg without alteration or resize in the center of the projection This is most C gt O suitable for use with PC source inputs O O ome 4 3 picture 4 3 Scales a picture so that it is displayed in the center of the screen 5 O rA j ORO with a 4 3 aspect ratio This is most suitable for 4 3 pictures like O p C computer monitors standard definition TV and 4 3 aspect DVD OO O O 4 3 picture movies as it displays them without aspect alteration Wide Stretches the picture horizontally in a non linear manner that oe ro is the edges of the picture are stretched more than the center of the O p C picture to prevent distortion of the central part of the picture This is 2 O suitable for occasions where you want to stretch the
51. ion Sets the language for the On Screen Display OSD menus See Using the Language menus on page 26 for details Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start up You can choose BenQ logo screen Blue screen or Black screen Splash Screen The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen or with one or Projector Position k s i i J more mirrors See Choosing a location on page 13 for details Prevents unnecessary projection when no signal is detected for a long time See me Oif Setting Auto Off on page 48 for details Sets the auto shutdown timer The timer can be set to a value between 30 Sleep Timer minutes and 3 hours Menu Display Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press Menu Position Menu Settings Sets the On Screen Display OSD menu position Blank Reminder Message Sets whether the blank reminder message is displayed by the projector while the image is hidden Selects an input source to be projected See Selecting an input source on Input Source page 25 for details Renames the source to your desired name See Selecting an input source on Source Rename page 25 for details Sets whether the projector searches automatically for input sources If the source scan is On the projector will scan for input sources until it acquires a signal If the function is not activated the projector selects
52. ith Standard Definition TV SDTV 480i 576i Enhanced Definition television EDTV 480p 576p and High Definition TV HDTV 720p 1080i p 60Hz formats with the 1080p format providing a true image reproduction High picture quality The projector provides excellent picture quality due to its high resolution excellent home theater brightness 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 Wide variety of inputs and video formats The projector supports a wide variety of inputs for connection to your video and PC equipment including component video S Video and composite video as well as dual HDMI PC and an output trigger for connection to automated screen and environment lighting systems ISF certified calibration control To reach a higher standard of performance the projector incorporates ISF NIGHT and ISF DAY mode settings in its OSD menus which requires professional calibration service from authorized ISF
53. ity Control Noise Reduction Color Temperature Fine Advanced Tuning Red Gain Green Gain Blue Gain Red Offset Green Offset Blue Offset Gamma Selection 1 6 1 8 2 0 2 2 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 8 BenQ Brilliant Color On Off Color Management Primary Color Hue Gain Saturation Reset Picture Settings Audio Setup Volume Mute On Off 0 10 Power On Off Ring Tone On Off Aspect Ratio Auto Real 4 3 Wide Anamorphic Letter Box Keystone Position Overscan Adjustment 0 1 2 3 H Size PC amp Component YPbPr Tuning Phase Display Auto Digital Zoom Film Mode On Off 3D Comb Filter On Off 3D Mode Auto Off Frame Sequential Frame Packing 3D Top Bottom Side by Side 3D Sync Invert Disable Invert Using the projector System Setup Basic Language English Frangais Deutsch Italiano Espafiol Pyccxun Shs FSC 1S RH ARG StS 01 Svenska Nederlands Tiirkge e tina Portugu s ns Polski Magyar Hrvatski Romana Norsk Dansk Benrapcku Suomi Indonesian EMnvk y a feat Splash Screen BenQ Black Blue Projector Position Front Front Ceiling Rear Rear Ceiling Auto Off Disable 5 min 10 min 15 min 20 min 25 min 30 min Sleep Timer Disable 30 min 60 min 90 min 120 min 150 min 180 min Menu Display Time 5 sec 10 sec I5 sec 20 sec 25 sec 30 sec Always On Meni Settings Men
54. ivates 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 CCl CC2 CC3 or CC4 CCI displays captions in the primary language in your area Quick Cooling Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function Selecting On enables the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal 90 second duration to approximately 30 seconds Auto Blank for W1080ST Enables or disables the Auto Blank function Selecting On will hide the screen picture when any objects appear within 10 cm in front of the projection lens High Altitude Mode A mode for operation in areas like high altitude or high temperature See Operating in a high altitude environment on page 37 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 27 for details Password Power On Lock Limits use of the projector to only those who know the correct password See Utilizing the password function on page 27 for details Key Lock See Locking control keys on page 39 for details Using the projector 45 Returns all settings to the factory preset v
55. ize and CLANCY vis eres iecticidon arsed Medan i 25 Using the Menus eeeseseeseeeceeeeeees 26 Securing the projector 0 0 sees 26 Using a security cable lock wo ee 26 Utilizing the password function 27 Adjusting the projected image 29 2 Table of contents Adjusting the projection angle 29 Correcting picture distortion 29 Using the preset and user modes 30 Fine tuning the picture quality 31 Advanced picture quality controls 33 Adjusting the SOUnG sesseseceeteseeeees 35 Selecting the aspect ratio 36 Magnifying and searching for details 37 Operating in a high altitude ENVIFONMENL seeseseeseseesesseseeseeeeneneenees 37 Watching 3D content ss esesss01s00000 38 Personalizing the projector menu displayi ainiai Pee ee eee eer 39 Locking control keys cssseceseceseeees 39 Turning the projector Off 39 On Screen Display OSD menus 40 Additional information 47 Care of the projector ou 47 Lamp information scceseceseeeseeees 48 Getting to know the lamp hour 48 Extending lamp life cesessesssseesseneenes Timing of replacing the lamp z Replacing the lamp c scenes WIIG AEGIS isien inisesin Troubleshooting esesececeeeeeeeeeeeeeees SPECICATION Sieidisiscterssdierstecdecrdeesenssevhaieade Warranty and Copyright information seisyssicceviesdsactasa
56. lamp to break on rare occasions The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement 12 This projector is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation Use only BenQ s Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting 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 49 Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel 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 Moisture condensation Never operate the projector immediately after moving it from a cold location to a hot location When the projector is exposed to s
57. ltered via the available items shown in the Picture menus To fine tune the picture mode I Press MENU EXIT and then press lt gt until the Picture menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight the item you want to adjust and press lt p 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 31 and Advanced picture quality controls on page 33 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 Setting the User User 2 User 3 mode There are three user definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need You can use one of the picture modes except the selected User mode as a starting point and customize the settings l In the Picture menu highlight Preset Mode and press lt P gt to select User I User 2 or User 3 mode 2 Press Y to highlight User Mode Management EF This function is only available when User User 2 or User 3 mode is selected up in the Preset Mode sub menu item w Press MODE ENTER to display the User Mode Management page 4 Press to highlight Reference Mode and press MODE ENTER Using the projector
58. me When the projector is first turned on it will attempt to reconnect with NOTE When automatically E HDMI1 the input source which was in use when the projector was last shut et searching for a S valid input source down gi the projector S Video cycles through the available signals following To select the video source Component Using the remote control or projector wig Pc the sequence Press SOURCE on the projector or remote control A source from top to i bottom as the selection bar displays source selection 2 Press A until your desired signal is selected and press MODE bar shows ENTER Using the OSD menu Press MENU EXIT and then press lt p gt until the System Setup Basic menu is highlighted Press W to highlight Input Source and press MODE ENTER The source selection bar displays Press A V repeatedly until your desired signal is selected and press MODE ENTER eS 4 Once detected the selected source information will display on the screen for seconds If there are multiple pieces of equipment connected to the projector you can go back to the source selection bar again to search for other signals You can also rename the source Press MENU EXIT and then press lt p gt until the System Setup Basic menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight Source Rename and press MODE ENTER The Source Rename page displays 3 Press A W lt p until your desired character is selected and press MOD
59. nge Password and press MODE ENTER The Input Current Password page displays Enter the old password e If the password is correct the message Input New Password displays e If the password is incorrect the password error message displays lasting for three seconds and the message Input Current Password displays for your retry You can either press MENU EXIT to cancel the change or try another password Enter a new password IMPORTANT The digits being input will display as asterisks on screen Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it Password Keep this manual in a safe place Confirm the new password by re entering the new password You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is started To leave the OSD menu press MENU EXIT Disabling the password function To disable password protection go back to the System Setup Advanced gt Password gt Password menu Highlight Power On Lock and then press lt gt to select Off The message Input Current Password displays Enter the current password e If the password is correct the OSD menu returns to the Password page with Off shown in the row of Power On Lock You will not have to enter the password next time when turning on the projector e If the password is incorrect the
60. ojector 31 32 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 in the Picture menu and adjust the values by pressing lt 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 in the Picture menu and adjust the values by pressing lt P gt on the projector or remote control The higher the value the sharper the picture becomes The lower the value the softer the picture becomes The Brightness Color Contrast Tint functions can also be accessible by pressing Brightness Color Contrast Tint on the remote control to display the adjustment bar and then you can press lt gt to adjust the values Selecting a color temperature Highlight Color Temperature in the Picture menu and select a preferred setting by pressing lt gt on the projector or remote control There are several color temperature settings available Lamp Native With the lamp s original color temperature and higher brightness This setting is suitable for environments where high brightness is required such as projecting pictures in well lit rooms 2 Warm Makes pictures appear reddish white 3 Normal
61. perating temperature 0 C 40 C at sea level Operating relative humidity 10 90 without condensation Operating altitude 0 1499 m at 0 C 35 C 1500 3000 m at 0 C 30 C with High Altitude Mode on m Dimensions 311 87 mm x 244 12 mm x 109 26 mm W x D x H B 31187 244 12 ae C o m m Unit mm m Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount screws 180 M4 Max L 25 mm A gt Min L 20 mm 7 115 Unit mm 46 21 Using the projector 55 m Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Pixel S Refresh rate H Frequency Resolution Hz KHz Frequency MHz 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70 087 31 469 28 3221 VGA_60 59 940 31 469 25 175 VGA_72 72 809 37 86 31 500 640 x 480 VGA_75 75 000 37 500 31 500 VGA_85 85 008 43 269 36 000 SVGA_60 60 317 37 879 40 000 SVGA_72 72 188 48 077 50 000 ere SVGA_75 75 000 46 875 49 500 SVGA_85 85 061 53 674 56 250 SVGA_120 Ba ere 119 854 77 425 83 000 XGA_60 60 004 48 363 65 000 XGA_70 70 069 56 476 75 000 1024 x 768 XGA_75 75 029 60 023 78 750 XGA_85 84 997 68 667 94 500 XGA_120 fica pres 119 989 97 551 115 500 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75 00 67 500 108 000 1024 x 576 BenQ Notebook 60 0 35 820 46 966 Timing 1024 x 600 Beno Notebook 64
62. projection distance is 3494 mm How to determine the recommended screen size for a given distance This method can be used for situations where you have purchased this projector and would like to know what screen size will fit in your room The maximum screen size is limited by the physical space available in your room Determine the aspect ratio of your screen 16 9 or 4 3 2 Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the screen This is the projection distance 3 Refer to the table and find the closest match to your measurement in the average distance from screen column labelled Average Check that your measured distance is between the min and max distances listed on either side of the average distance value 4 Using this value look across that row to the left to find the corresponding screen diagonal listed in that row That is the projected image size of the projector at that projection distance lt Example gt W 1070 If you have a 16 9 aspect ratio screen and your measured projection distance was 4500 mm 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 4543 cm Looking across this row shows that a 70 inch screen is required Checking the min and max projection distance values in the columns of Projection distance lt D gt mm on page l6 indicates that the 4500 mm measured projection distance will also fit
63. rate Overscan Adjustment H Size Adjusts the horizontal width of the picture This function is only available when the Component or PC signal is selected Phase Adjusts the clock phase to reduce picture distortion PC amp Component YPbPr Tuning This function is only available when the Component or PC signal is selected Auto Adjusts the phase and frequency automatically CF This function is only available when the PC signal is selected Digital Zoom See Magnifying and searching for details on page 37 for details Film Mode See Setting Film Mode on page 35 for details 3D Comb Filter See Setting 3D Comb Filter on page 35 for details Using the projector 43 3D Mode This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies videos and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D images en When the 3D Mode function is enabled 3D e The brightness level of the projected image will decrease e The Preset Mode cannot be adjusted e The Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees 3D Sync Invert When you 3D image is distorted you can enable this function to switch between the image for the left eye and the right eye for the more comfortable 3D viewing experience See Watching 3D content on page 38 for details System Setup Basic menu Function Descript
64. re quality and ao pee t further fine tune the picture based on the selections listed below See Setting eee the User User 2 User 3 mode on page 30 for details Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture See Adjusting Brightness on page 31 for details Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the picture See Contrast nee i Adjusting Contrast on page 31 for details Adjusts the color saturation level the amount of each color in a video Color f AA Aiie picture See Adjusting Color on page 31 for details x Adjusts the red and green color tones of the picture See Adjusting Tint on Tint 3 page 32 for details Sharpness Adjusts the picture to make it look sharper or softer See Adjusting Sharpness on page 32 for details Color Temperature There are several color temperature settings available See Selecting a color temperature on page 32 for details Lamp Power Selects the projector lamp power between Normal Economic and SmartEco modes Advanced Black Level Sets the picture grayscale as 0 IRE or 7 5 IRE See Setting Black Level on page 33 for details Clarity Control See Controlling image clarity on page 33 for details Color Temperature Fine Tuning See Setting a preferred color temperature on page 33 for details Gamma Selection See Selecting a Gamma setting on page 33 for details Brilliant Color See Adjusting Brilliant Color on page
65. rom time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of BenQ Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes Using the projector 61
66. s 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 Using the projector Timing of replacing the lamp When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp please install a new lamp or consult your dealer An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode Go to http lamp BenQ com for a replacement lamp The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on please contact your dealer See Indicators on page 52 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 WARNING normally run with Economic selected see Getting to know the lamp hour on page 48 you may continue to operate the projector NOTICE Order replacement lamp until the next hour lamp warning appears Lamp gt 300X hrs Order a new lamp at Press MODE ENTER to dismiss the message lamp beng com It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this stage
67. s left to right nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back i e locations near fire alarms locations with an ambient temperature above 35 C 95 F locations where altitude is higher than 1500 meters 4920 feet above sea level 3 Do not store the projector on end vertically Doing so may cause the projector to fall over causing injury or resulting in damage Important safety instructions 3 4 Do not block the vents holes while the projector is on even in standby mode Do not cover the projector with any item Do not place the projector on a blanket bedding or any other soft surface sp lt In areas where the mains power supply voltage 10 may fluctuate by 10 volts it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer surge protector or uninterruptible power supply UPS as appropriate to your situation Do not step on the projector or place any objects 1 upon it Do not place liquids near or on the projector Liquids spilled into the projector will void your warranty If the projector does become wet disconnect it from the power point and call BenQ to have the projector repaired 45 Important safety instructions 9 Do not look straight into the projector lens during operation It may harm your sight Do not operate the projector lamp beyond the rated lamp life Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause a
68. scarnaseae 6l Thank you for your purchase of this quality BenQ video projector It has been designed to provide you with an enjoyable home theater viewing experience For the best results please read this manual through carefully as it is your guide through the control menus and operation Important safety instructions Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment However to ensure safe use of this product it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product Please read this user manual before you operate your 4 Do not place the projector in any of the projector Keep this manual in a safe place for future following environments 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 dust or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical 2 Always place the projector on a level horizontal components shorten the projector s surface during operation 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 degree
69. tched 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 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 Cz 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 Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector Please refer to the Spec page in this manual or consult your dealer about the range 2 Retract the adjuster feet 3 Remove the batteries from the remote control 4 Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent Transporting the projector It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent Using the projector 47 Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour When the projector is in operation the duration in hours of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built in timer gt See Setting Lamp Power as Economic or SmartEco below for more information on Economic mode 48 To obtain the lamp hour information Press MENU EXIT and then press lt p gt until the System Se
70. ted in letter box format with black bars O gt on the top and bottom O QO Letter Box format picture CF7 The black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas e OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas Magnifying and searching for details If you need to find the details on the projected picture magnify the picture Use the direction arrow keys for navigating the picture Using the remote control Press Digital Zoom to display the Zoom bar Press Digital Zoom to magnify the center of the picture Press the key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your need 2 Use the directional arrows A V lt gt on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture 3 To restore the picture to its original size press AUTO You can also press Digital Zoom When the key is pressed again the picture is further reduced until it is restored to the original size Using the OSD menu Press MENU EXIT and then press lt p gt until the Display menu is highlighted Press W to highlight Digital Zoom and press MODE ENTER The Zoom bar displays Press A repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size To navigate the picture press MODE ENTER to switch to the panning mode and press the directional arrows A V lt gt on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture 5 To reduce size of the picture press MODE ENTER to switch back to the
71. the 150 and 190 inch Positioning your projector 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 29 for details Positioning your projector 15 Projection dimensions Installation for a 16 9 ratio screen Floor Installation Ceiling Installation 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 W1070 E The screen aspect ratio is 16 9 and the projected picture is 16 9 Screen dimensions Projection distance lt D gt mm Pail Height Width Min distance Max distance i inch lt B gt lt C gt with max Average with min lt E gt mm mm mm zoom zoom mm 40 1016 498 886 1013 1165 1316 25 50 1270 623 1107 1266 1456 1646 31 60 1524 747 1328 1519 1747 1975 37 70 1778 872 1550 1772 2038 2304 44 80 2032 996 1771 2025 2329 2633 50 90 2286 1121 1992 2278 2620 2962 56 100 2540 1245 2214 2532 2911 3291 62
72. the projector from the power outlet If the lamp is hot avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled Using the projector 49 2 Loosen the screw that secures the lamp cover on the side of the projector until the lamp cover loosens 3 Remove the lamp cover from the projector A e Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed e Do not insert your fingers between the lamp and the projector The sharp edges inside the projector may cause injuries 4 Loosen the screw that secures the lamp 5 Lift the handle so that it stands up 6 Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector A e Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it children can reach it or near flammable materials Do not insert your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed If you touch the optical components inside it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images 7 As shown in the figure lower the new lamp 8 Tighten the screw that secures the lamp 9 Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place A e Loose screw may cause a bad connection which could result in malfunction e Do not over tighten the screw 50 Using the projector 10 Replace the lamp cover on the projector
73. tup Advanced menu is highlighted 2 Press W to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE ENTER The Lamp Settings page displays 3 The lamp hour information is shown in the row of Equivalent Lamp Hour 4 To leave the menu press MENU EXIT Extending 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 e Setting Lamp Power as Economic or SmartEco Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by 30 Using SmartEco mode reduces system noise and lamp power consumption by up to 70 If the Economic or SmartEco mode is selected the light output will be reduced and result in darker projected pictures Setting the projector in Economic or SmartEco mode also extends the lamp life To set Economic or SmartEco mode go to the System Setup Advanced gt Lamp Settings gt Lamp Power menu and press MODE ENTER The Lamp Power page displays Then press A V repeatedly until your desired mode is selected and press MODE ENTER Lamp mode Description Normal 100 lamp brightness Economic Saves 30 lamp power consumption SmartEco Saves up to 70 lamp power consumption depending on the content brightness level Setting Auto Off This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected after a set period of time To set Auto Off go to the System Setup Basic gt Auto Off menu and pres
74. u Position Center Top Left Top Right Bottom Left Bottom Right Blank Reminder Message On Off Input Source HDMI HDMI 2 Video S Video Component PC Source Rename Auto Source Search On Off System Setup Advanced Reset Lamp Timer Lamp Settings Equivalent Lamp Hour HDMI Format HDMI Settings Auto PC Signal Video Signal CEC On Off Baud Rate 2400 4800 9600 1 4400 19200 38400 57600 115200 Test Pattern Closed Caption Enable On Off Closed Caption Caption Version CCI CC2 CC3 CC4 Quick Cooling On Off Auto Blank for W1080ST On Off High Altitude Mode On Off Change Password Information Password Power On Lock On Off inputs current password Key Lock Reset All Settings ISF inputs password Source Preset Mode Resolution Color System Equivalent Lamp Hour 3D Format Firmware Version Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal If there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected limited menu items are accessible Using the projector 41 42 Picture menu Function Description Preset Mode Pre defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector picture set up to suit your program type See Selecting a preset mode on page 30 for details Selects a preset mode that most suits your need for the pictu
75. uch a change in temperature moisture may condense on the crucial internal parts To prevent the projector from possible damage do not use the projector for at least 2 hours when there is a sudden change in temperature Avoid volatile liquids Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide or certain types of cleaner near the projector Do not have rubber or plastic products touching the projector for a long time They will leave marks on the finish If cleaning with a chemically treated cloth be sure to follow the cleaning product s safety instructions Disposal This product contains the following materials which are harmful to human bodies and environment e Lead which is contained in solder e 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 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 W1080ST Projector Remote control Batteries Warranty card User manual CD Quick start guide Power cable VGA cable Carry bag W1
76. verage lt E gt mm inch mm mm mm max with mir ioni zoom mm 30 762 343 610 419 461 503 9 218 40 1016 457 813 559 615 671 I 290 50 1270 572 1016 699 768 838 14 363 60 1524 686 1219 838 922 1006 17 435 70 1778 800 1422 978 1076 1174 20 508 80 2032 914 1626 1118 1229 1341 23 581 90 2286 1029 1829 1257 1383 1509 26 653 100 2540 1143 2032 1397 1537 1676 29 726 110 2794 1257 2235 1537 1690 1844 3I 798 120 3048 1372 2438 1676 1844 2012 34 871 130 3302 1486 2642 1816 1998 2179 37 944 140 3556 1600 2845 1956 2151 2347 40 1016 150 3810 1715 3048 2096 2305 2515 43 1089 160 4064 1829 3251 2235 2459 2682 46 1161 170 4318 1943 3454 2375 2613 2850 49 1234 180 4572 2057 3658 2515 2766 3018 5I 1306 190 4826 2172 3861 2654 2920 3185 54 1379 200 5080 2286 4064 2794 3074 3353 57 1452 250 6350 2858 5080 3493 3842 4191 71 1815 300 7620 3429 6096 4191 4610 5029 86 2177 C 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 19 Shifting the projection lens vertically The vertical lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector It allows the projector to be positioned slightly above or below the top level of the projected images The lens shift offset is expressed
77. width of a 4 3 dd picture aspect picture to the width of a 16 9 aspect screen It does not alter the height Some widescreen movies have been produced with their width squashed down to the width of a 4 3 aspect and are best viewed when restretched back to their original width using this setting Anamorphic Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of Ooo O O the screen with a 16 9 aspect ratio This setting stretches and resizes O gt linearly except that it treats the vertical and horizontal dimensions Q Q O independently It stretches the height of the source image until it a 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 Using the projector image Anamorphic is most suitable for images which are already in a 6 9 aspect like high definition TY as it displays them without aspect alteration 6 Letter Box Scales a picture to fit the projector s native resolution in 6 6 its horizontal width and resize the picture s height to the 3 4 of the Cy Zs projection width This may produce a picture greater in height than oo Q A can be displayed so part of the picture is lost not displayed along the 6 Picture top and bottom edges of the projection This is suitable for the display O O of movies which are presen
78. ys the setting bars for adjustment of the appropriate picture quality values 12 3D Setting Enters 3D settings directly 13 AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image 14 gt Right When the On Screen Display OSD menu is activated the 4 7 and 14 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments 15 SOURCE Displays the source selection bar 16 Volume Adjusts the sound level 17 Mute Toggles projector audio between on and off 18 Freeze Freezes the projected image 19 Test Displays the test pattern 20 CC Displays the video term description on screen which is provided for hard of hearing viewers 21 3D Invert Toggles the invert function between on and off Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select Take into consideration the size and position of your screen the location of a suitable power outlet as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment 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 2 Front Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended from
79. zoom in out function and press AUTO to restore the picture to its original size You can also press W repeatedly until it is restored to the original size hw NS CF The picture can only be navigated after it is magnified You can further magnify the picture while searching for details 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 gt 10 hours without shutdown To activate High Altitude Mode Press MENU EXIT and then press lt p gt until the System Setup Advanced menu is highlighted 2 Press Y to highlight High Altitude Mode 3 Press lt P gt to select On A confirmation message displays 4 Highlight Yes and press MODE ENTER Operation under High Altitude Mode may cause a higher decibel operating noise level because of increased fan speed necessary to improve overall system cooling and performance If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the above it may display auto shut down symptoms which is designed to protect your projector from over heating In cases like this you Using the projector 37 should switch to High Altitude Mode to solve these symptoms However this is not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or extreme conditions Watching 3D content Your BenQ

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