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DLP PROJECTOR PB2220/ PB2120 USER’S GUIDE Thank you for purchasing the BenQ DLP Projector. Please read this user’s guide to ensure correct use of the device. Save this user’s guide for future reference. OUTLINE This DLP projector can display various computer signals and NTSC/PAL/SECAM video signals.
• Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. The intense light beam may damage your eyes. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide CAUTION • Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. • Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is on.
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide 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...
Auto key: Automatically sense the best picture quality for current received signals. • Source key: Select signal sources from among PC, Video, S-Video and YPbPr, when several input sources are available. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Lamp Status Indicator Source Exit Keystone/ Right...
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Adjuster The projector is equipped with a quick-release adjuster foot and button for adjusting its tilt angle. Lift the projector up and press the adjuster button to release the adjuster. The adjuster will drop into position and be locked.
30 degrees horizontally and 30 degrees vertically relative to a line that is a right angle to the remote sensors. The distance between the remote control and the remote sensors must be shorter than 6 meters (19.5 feet). BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Source Auto...
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Remote Control Features FREEZE The image can be frozen when FREEZE is pressed. An icon will appear in the lower right corner of the screen for three seconds. To release the freeze function, press the FREEZE button, RETURN button or SOURCE button (when the input source is switched over during display) again.
Avoid excessive heat and humidity. There may be danger of an explosion if a battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries accord- ing to the manufacturer’s instructions. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Introduction...
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide INSTALLATION Screen Size Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size (see the table below). • PB2220 (XGA) screen size chart Diagonal measurement Distance from Minimum screen...
It only takes a few seconds to connect your projector to your computer/notebook, VCR or other systems. However, a Mac adapter (an optional accessory) is needed for connection for Macintosh users. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Distance from Maximum screen...
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide OPERATION Start Up Plug the power cord into a wall socket. Press and hold POWER for 1 second. • The back-lit POWER key blinks green and stays green when the power is turned on. (When the power is turned off, there is a 60-second cooling period before the projector can be re-started.)
In some cases, you may have to optimize the picture quality manually. To do this, press the AUTO key on the control panel of the projector or on the remote control. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust to the best picture quality. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Operation...
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Source Selection When several input sources are available, press the SOURCE key to make a selection from the control panel of the projector or the remote control. Menu System Press Menu for the main menu and press again to select items in the sub-menu.
*This function is not available when the input mode is PC. Adjusts to make the image look more red or blue. Tint *This function is not available when the input mode is PC. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide DESCRIPTION Operation...
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide 2. Image Menu FUNCTION Ratio H-position V-position Color Temp. Information System Sharpness Color Tint Operation DESCRIPTION Users have 3 options for the image ratio. 1. 4:3 2. 16:9 3. 1:1 *1:1 is available only when the input mode is PC.
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide 3. Source Menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Ceiling-mounted projection Default Mirror Ceiling-mounted and rear Reare screen projection screen projection. If Source Scan is on, all the input sources will be detected during the Source Scan start-up process. Otherwise, the projector will only detect the last input source.
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide 4. Control Menu FUNCTION Language OSD Time Auto Off Reset Lamp Hour 5. PIP Menu These functions are valid only when the input mode is PC and the PIP source is Video or S-Video. FUNCTION...
The fan will continue to run for approximately 60 seconds. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket. Caution Please do not unplug the power cord before POWER is shut down or during the 60-second cooling process. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Operation...
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide MAINTENANCE Lamp Information Use and Replacement of Lamp When the Lamp Indicator lights up red or a message appears to suggest the time of lamp replacement, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp could cause a malfunction in the projector and may explode.
Do not turn on the power with the lamp cover removed. Whenever the lamp is replaced, reset the total lamp operation time. Do not reset if the lamp is not replaced as this could cause breakage. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Maintenance...
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Caution To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp. To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.
Presentation wizard kit ........60.J2478.001 Ordering Parts or Getting Information For product information, product assistance, service information, or to order accessories, please contact BENQ Corporation at http://www.BenQ.com. BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Maintenance...
CHANGE THE LAMP, THE POWER WILL TURN OFF AFTER 20 HOURS CHANGE THE LAMP! BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide Description Projector is searching for input. Projector has identified the input signal and is running the auto image adjustment function. Input signal frequency exceeds the projector’s range.
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide SPECIFICATIONS Projector Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Model name Optical Display system Lens F/Number Lamp Electrical Power supply Power consumption Mechanical Dimensions Operating Temperature range...
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, imme- diately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects.
BenQ PB2220/ PB2120 User’s Guide SAFETY REGULATIONS FCC Statement CLASS A: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interfer- ence to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class “A”...