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BenQ CP120C User Manual

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  • Page 1 CP120c Digital Projector Commuter Series User’s Manual Welc...
  • Page 2 Copyright Copyright 2006 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important safety instructions ...1 Introduction ...5 Projector features ... 5 Shipping contents ... 6 Optional accessories ...6 Projector exterior view ... 7 Front / Upper side ...7 Rear side ...7 Lower side ...7 Controls and functions ... 8 External control panel ...8 Remote control description ...10 Remote control effective range ...11...
  • Page 4 Fine-tuning the image size and clarity ...24 Correcting keystone ...24 Manual keystone correction ... 24 Automatic keystone correction ... 25 Selecting an application mode ...25 Switching input signal...26 Hiding the image ...26 Remote paging operations ...26 Freezing the image ...26 Shutdown ...27 Menu operation ...28 Menu system ...
  • Page 5 Limited warranty ... 48 Regulation statements...49 FCC statement ... 49 EEC statement ... 49 ICES Statement (Canada) ... 49 VCCI Statement ... 49 MIC statement ... 49 Table of Contents...
  • Page 6 <Memo> Table of Contents...

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions Your BenQ 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.
  • Page 8 Safety instructions The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause them to break on rare occasions.
  • Page 9 Safety instructions (continued) Do not place this projector in any of the following environments. - Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector. - Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as the inside of a car with all windows rolled up.
  • Page 10 Do not place liquids near or on the projector. Liquids spilled into the projector may cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power supply’s wall socket and call BenQ to have the projector serviced.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Introduction Projector features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use. It offers the following features: • Compact and lightweight design The projector’s compact size and light weight design contributes to enhanced portability and mobility.

  • Page 12: Shipping Contents

    Shipping contents The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC. 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. The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated.

  • Page 13: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view Front / Upper side Ventilation grill Sliding lens cover Rear side Video socket USB socket Rear adjustable foot Power cable socket Lower side Lamp cover Projection lens Front IR remote sensor S-Video socket Rear IR remote sensor RGB (PC) / Component video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input socket Front adjuster button...

  • Page 14: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions External control panel Zoom ring (Refer to information) Adjusts the size of the projected image. Rotate clockwise to enlarge the image or rotate counter-clockwise to reduce the image size. TEMPerature warning light (Refer to Flashes red if the projector’s temperature becomes too high. POWER indicator light (Refer to Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation.
  • Page 15 Keystone /3Left button (Refer to the menus" on page 29 for more information) Press this button to correct keystoning at the top of the projected image. When the on-screen menu is activated, press this button to move the selection focus left or make adjustments.

  • Page 16: Remote Control Description

    Remote control description Power button (Refer to information) Turns the projector on or off. When the projector is in standby, press once to turn the projector on. When the projector is on, press twice to switch the projector to standby. Freeze button The image is frozen when Freeze is pressed.

  • Page 17: Remote Control Effective Range

    Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees of the projector’s IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensors should not exceed 6 meters (~ 20 feet).

  • Page 18: Positioning Your Projector

    Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your projector is designed to be installed in one of two possible installation locations: Floor in front of screen; or Floor at rear of screen 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.

  • Page 19: How To Determine The Position Of The Projector For A Given Screen Size

    BenQ has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes (see 15) to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. There are two...

  • Page 20: How To Determine The Recommended Screen Size For A Given Distance

    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.

  • Page 21: Screen Size Chart

    Screen size chart Minimum Maximum zoom zoom 4:3 Screen Diagonal 4:3 Aspect in mm Feet Inches Width 1219 1500 1200 1524 1219 1829 1463 2000 1600 2134 1707 2438 1951 2500 2000 2743 2195 3000 2400 3048 2438 3500 2800 3658 2926 4000...

  • Page 22: Connection

    Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: • Turn all equipment off before making any connections. • Use the correct signal cables for each source. • Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. • In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents"...

  • Page 23: Connecting Video Source Devices

    Connecting Video source devices This section describes how to connect the projector to Video source devices using video cables. Video cable connections are recommended for Video presentations. You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: •...

  • Page 24: Connecting A Component Video Source Device

    Connecting a Component Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output sockets 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 a Component Video source device Take the (optional accessory) Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output sockets...

  • Page 25: 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 an appropriate S-Video cable (not supplied) and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device.

  • Page 26: Connecting A Composite Video Source Device

    Connecting a composite Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output sockets 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 an appropriate Video cable (not supplied) and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the Video source device.

  • Page 27: Using The Projector

    The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds after pressing the Power button In the later stage of start up, a default BenQ logo is projected. If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90 seconds before energising the lamp.

  • Page 28: Utilizing The Password Function

    You can also press the SOURCE button to select your desired input signal manually. For more information, please refer to If the frequency/ resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector’s operating range, you will see the message “Out of Range” displayed on a blank screen. This message will remain on-screen until you change the input signal to an appropriate source.

  • Page 29: To Enter The Password Recall Procedure

    Press and hold the4Right button for 5 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the screen. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector.

  • Page 30: Auto-Adjusting The Image

    Auto-adjusting the image In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press the AUTO button. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best picture quality.

  • Page 31: Automatic Keystone Correction

    Keystone /3Left button to correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press the Keystone /4Right button to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image. • Press the Keystone, then press the press the button to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image. •...

  • Page 32: Switching Input Signal

    Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one at a time. To cycle through the available input sources, press the SOURCE button. A source selection menu will display at the center of the screen after you press the button.

  • Page 33: Shutdown

    Shutdown Press the Power button and a prompt message appears. Press the Power button a second time to turn the projector off. The POWER indicator light flashes orange and the lamp shuts down, the fans continue to run for the time duration as determined by the Quick Cooling function (see Cooling (On)"...

  • Page 34: Menu Operation

    Menu operation 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 Application Mode Autokeystone Keystone Picture Color Temp Brightness Contrast Auto Resize Aspect Ratio H Position V Position Pro-Picture...

  • Page 35: Using The Menus

    Using the menus The projector is equipped with on-screen display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. There are different menu languages. Before making adjustments, you may choose a suitable OSD language in Advance > Language menu. (Refer to page page 34 for more details.) The following example describes the adjustment of the keystone.

  • Page 36: 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. • Any custom selected values for Color Temp, Brightness, Contrast, and Color will be reset if you subsequently select an Application mode after adjusting any of their values Function (default setting/...

  • Page 37: Input Source

    Corrects any keystoning of the image. Refer to Keystone (0) page 24 for more information. There are 4 color temperature* settings available. This value will be reset if you subsequently select an Application mode T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear Color Temp the most bluish white than other settings.

  • Page 38: Pro-Picture Menu

    2. Pro-Picture menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input ports are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. Function (default setting/ Description value) Automatically resizes the input signal pixel resolution to the native resolution of the projector. On: The pixel resolution of the input signal is converted to the native resolution of the projector (1024 x 768).

  • Page 39: Setting Menu

    3. Setting menu Function (default setting/ Description value) Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last button OSD Time (10) press. The range is from 5 to 100 seconds. Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On enables Quick Cooling the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a (On)

  • Page 40: Advance Menu

    Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start- Splash Screen up. Three modes are available: Default (BenQ logo), black screen or blue (BenQ logo) screen. A mode for operations in areas like high altitude or high temperature.
  • Page 41 If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the above, it may display auto shut-down symptoms, which is designed to protect your projector from over-heating. In cases like this, you should High Altitude switch to High Altitude mode to solve these symptoms. However, this is Mode (Off) not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or extreme conditions, or whenever the projector will be used for extended...

  • Page 42: 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 ports 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 43: 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.

  • Page 44: Calculation Of Lamp Hour

    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 = hours used in Economic mode + hours used in normal "Economic Mode (Off)"...

  • Page 45: 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 46: Temperature Information

    • 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 47: Indicators

    Indicators Illustration Blank - : Light OFF • • : Light flashing • : Light ON Light POWER TEMPerature LAMP Power events Lamp events Thermal events • : Orange light • : Red light • : Green light Status & Description •...
  • Page 48 Maintenance The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance.

  • Page 49: 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 50 Remote control does not work. Cause The battery is out of power. There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector. You are too far away from the projector. Troubleshooting Remedy Replace the battery with a new one. Remove the obstacle.

  • Page 51: Specifications

    USB mouse connector Environmental requirements Operating temperature Operating relative humidity Operating altitude Digital Projector CP120c 1024 x 768 XGA 1-CHIP DMD F=2.6 to 2.96, f= 25.8 to 30 mm 132W lamp AC100 ~ 240V, 3.5A, 50/60 Hz (Automatic) 190W (Max) 218 mm (W) x 61 mm (H) x 167 mm (D) 2.9 lb (1.3 Kg)

  • Page 52: Dimensions

    Dimensions Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Horizontal Resolution Frequency (kHz) 31.469 37.861 640 x 480 37.500 43.269 37.879 48.077 800 x 600 46.875 53.674 48.363 1024 x 768 56.476 (native) 60.023 68.667 1280 x 800 1280 x 1024 63.981 1400 x 1050 63.973...

  • Page 53: Supported Timing For Component-Ypbpr Input

    Supported timing for Component-YP Signal Format 480i(525i)@60Hz 480p(525p)@60Hz 576i(625i)@50Hz 576p(625p)@50Hz 720p(750p)@60Hz 720p(750p)@50Hz 1080i(1125i)@60Hz 1080i(1125i)@50Hz Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Horizontal Video mode Frequency (kHz) NTSC SECAM PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 NTSC4.43 Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency (kHz) (Hz) 15.73 31.47 15.63 31.25 45.00...

  • Page 54: Warranty

    Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, BenQ’s only obligation and your exclusive remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts (labor included). To obtain warranty service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects.

  • Page 55: Regulation Statements

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. EEC statement Here by, BenQ Corporation, declares that the product is in compliance with the essential requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating CE-Mark Directive (93/68/EEC), Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC).
  • Page 56 <Memo> Regulation statements...

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