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BenQ Home Entertainment W100 User Manual

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  • Page 1 W100 Digital Projector Home Entertainment Series User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety, regulatory and legal information ...3 Safety instructions ... 3 Regulatory and legal information ... 6 Introduction ...7 Projector features ... 7 Shipping contents... 8 Projector exterior view ... 9 Controls and functions ... 10 Positioning your projector...12 Choosing a location ...

  • Page 3: Safety, Regulatory And Legal Information

    Safety, regulatory and legal information Thank you for your purchase of this quality BenQ video projector! It has been designed to provide you with a home theater viewing experience. For the best result, please read this manual carefully as it is your best guide to the control menus and product operation.
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions (continued) Never replace the lamp assembly until the projector has cooled down and is unplugged from the power supply. 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.
  • Page 5 Liquids spilled into the projector will void your warranty. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power supply’s wall socket and call BenQ to have the projector repaired. 18. Do not operate the projector lamp beyond the rated lamp life.

  • Page 6: Regulatory And Legal Information

    Moisture condensation Never operate the projector immediately after moving it from a cold location to a hot location. When the projector is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture may condense on the crucial internal parts. To prevent the projector from possible damage, do not use the projector for at least 2 hours after a sudden change in temperature.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Projector features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design bringing you an enjoyable home viewing experience. • Compact and portable unit • High quality manual zoom lens • Ability to display 16.7 million colors • Multi-language on-screen menus •...

  • Page 8: Shipping Contents

    Shipping contents The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC and to video equipment. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contact your place of purchase.

  • Page 9: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view Front / upper side Rear side Refer to "Connection" on page 17 for more information on making connections to various equipment. Rear adjuster foot AC power cord inlet 10. Kensington anti-theft lock slot 11. RS232 control port 12.

  • Page 10: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Projector Power (See "Start up" on page 23 Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 27 Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. When the projector is in standby, press once to turn the projector on. When the projector is on, press twice to turn the projector to standby.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote control Picture quality adjustment buttons (See KEYSTONE buttons (See "Correcting keystone" on page 25 Press to reduce the upper portion of the image. Press DEFAULT Returns all settings to the factory preset values. LIGHT Turns on the remote control backlight for about 10 seconds. Pressing any other button while the backlight is on keeps the backlight on for a further 10 seconds.

  • Page 12: Positioning Your Projector

    Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen. Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit are required for this installation location. in the Advance > Mirror menu after you turn...

  • Page 13: Safety Instructions For Ceiling Mounting Of The Projector

    Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of 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.

  • Page 14: How To Determine The Position Of The Projector For A Given Screen Size

    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)? If you have a 16:9 screen, refer to 16:9 ratio screen" on page Select your screen size. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled 'Screen Diagonal' Using this value, look across this row to the right to find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled 'Average'.
  • Page 15 Installation for a 16:9 ratio screen Ceiling Installation Projection Distance Diagonal Offset Center of the lens Screen 16:9 Screen Diagonal Distance from Screen in mm Min. length (with Feet Inches max. zoom) 1219 1500 1524 1829 2000 2134 2438 2500 2743 3000 3048...
  • Page 16 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. Ceiling Installation Projection Distance Diagonal Offset Image Height...

  • Page 17: Connection

    Connection You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite decoder, video game console or digital camera. You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple Macintosh system.
  • Page 18 Connecting Audio The projector has a built-in mono speaker which is designed to provide basic audio functionality. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is mixed into a common mono audio output through the projector speaker. If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector.
  • Page 19 Connecting a DVI source device The projector provides a DVI-I input socket that allows you to connect it to a DVI source device like DVD player, or a VGA output device like notebook or desktop computer. There are three types of DVI connector: DVI-A, DVI-D, and DVI-I. The DVI-I socket is an integrated connector which supports both formats: DVI-A, and DVI-D.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Component Video Source Device

    LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your notebook’s documentation to find your notebook’s key combination. Connecting a Component Video source device The projector is equipped with two sets of Component Video sockets in use. You can connect up to 2 different Component Video devices at the same time.

  • Page 21: Connecting An S-Video Source Device

    Connecting an S-Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an S-Video source device: Take the (optional accessory) S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device.

  • Page 22: Connecting A Composite Video Source Device

    Connecting a composite Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused composite Video output socket available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an composite Video source device: Take the (optional accessory) Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the Video source device.

  • Page 23: Operation

    The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds after pressing POWER. In the later stage of start up, a default BenQ logo is projected. (If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: Press the front adjuster button and lift the front of the projector.

  • Page 25: Correcting Keystone

    Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the projecting angle of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following ONE of these steps.

  • Page 26: Operating In A High Altitude Environment

    Operating in a high altitude environment We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is higher than 3000 feet above sea level, or is hotter than 40 , or whenever the projector will be used for extended periods of time (>10 hours) without °C shutdown.

  • Page 27: Optimizing The Image

    Optimizing the image To optimize the image, use the buttons on the projector or remote control, or use the on-screen menus. For the operation of on-screen menus, refer to menus" on page The following instructions are optional. You do not need to follow every step. It depends on the image quality you desire.

  • Page 28: Selecting An Application Mode

    2. Selecting an application mode The projector is preset with several predefined application modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type. To select a operation mode that suits your need, press MODE.
  • Page 29 2. Adjusting contrast To adjust the value, press Left/ 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. 3.

  • Page 30: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector Press Power and a prompt message appears. Press Power a second time to turn the projector off. If you don’t want to turn it off, wait a few seconds for the message to disappear. The Power indicator light flashes orange and the lamp shuts down, the fans continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector.
  • Page 31 Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Functions available when receiving different signal types... Sub-Menu PC / DVI-A Application Mode Keystone Color Temp Picture Brightness Contrast Aspect Ratio H Position V Position Pro-Picture Phase...

  • Page 32: Picture Menu

    1. Picture menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting / value) Pre-defined application modes are provided so you can optimize your projector image Application Mode set-up to suit your program type.
  • Page 33 2. Pro-Picture menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting / value) 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);...

  • Page 34: Setting Menu

    3. Setting menu FUNCTION (default setting / DESCRIPTION value) Toggles projector audio between on and off. Mute (off) Adjusts audio volume level. Volume Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last button press. The OSD Time range is from 5 to 100 seconds.

  • Page 35: Advance Menu

    Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-up. Three Splash Screen modes are available: Default (BenQ logo), black screen or blue screen. (BenQ logo) A mode for operation in areas like high altitude or high temperature. See High Altitude in a high altitude environment"...

  • Page 36: Information Menu

    5. Information menu This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector. Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Shows the current signal source. Source Shows the native resolution of the input signal.

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Maintenance Care of the projector Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the lens clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing. Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.

  • Page 38: Lamp Information

    Lamp information Calculation of lamp hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (by hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 3/4 (hours used in Economic mode) + 1 (hours used in normal mode) "Economic Mode"...

  • Page 39: Replacing The Lamp

    Replacing the lamp • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cord before changing the lamp. • To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp.
  • Page 40 Pull the lamp from the projector. • Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector. • Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, or near flammable materials. •...

  • Page 41: Temperature Information

    14. Resetting the lamp counter Do not reset if the lamp is not replaced as this could cause damage. i. Press and hold the EXIT button on the projector for 5 seconds to display the total used lamp time. ii. Press AUTO on the projector or on the remote control to reset the lamp hour to “0”.
  • Page 42 Light Power Temp Lamp Lamp events Thermal events Maintenance Status & Description The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or Please contact your dealer for assistance.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting THE PROJECTOR DOES NOT TURN ON. Cause There is no power from the power cable. Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process. NO PICTURE Cause The video source is not turned on or connected correctly. The projector is not correctly connected to the input source device.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Environmental Requirements Operating temperature Operating relative humidity Operating altitude Dimensions Unit: mm Specifications Digital Projector W100 854 x 480 480P 1-CHIP DMD F=2.6 to 2.77, f= 20.4 to 23.5 mm 200W lamp AC 100–240V, 1.5A–3.2A, 50/60 Hz (Automatic) 285W (Max) 6 lbs (2.724 Kg)

  • Page 45: Timing Chart

    Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Horizontal Resolution Frequency (kHz) 640 x 400 31.47 31.469 37.861 640 x 480 37.500 43.269 37.879 48.077 800 x 600 46.875 53.674 48.363 56.476 1024 x 768 60.023 68.667 1280 x 1024 63.981 Supported timing for Component-YP Signal Format 480i(525i)@60Hz...

  • Page 46: Warranty

    Warranty Limited warranty BenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and storage. Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, BenQ’s only obligation and your exclusive remedy shall be replacement of any...

  • Page 47: Notices

    Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes.

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