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Console Gaming Projector I X3100i
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  • Page 1 Digital Projector User Manual Console Gaming Projector I X3100i V 1.00...

  • Page 2: Warranty And Copyright Information

    For other information, please visit www.BenQ.com. Copyright Copyright 2023 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 Warranty and Copyright information ................2 Important safety instructions ..................4 Introduction ........................7 Shipping contents ......................7 Installing the QS02 HDMI Media Streaming ..............8 Projector exterior view...................... 9 Terminals......................... 10 Controls and functions ....................11 Positioning your projector .................... 14 Choosing a location ......................

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product. 1.
  • Page 5 7. Do not operate light sources beyond the 10. Do not block the ventilation holes. rated light source life. - Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft surface. - Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any other item.
  • Page 6 If the projector does become wet, disconnect Risk Group 2 it from the power supply's power outlet and call BenQ to have the projector 1. According to the classification of serviced. photobiological safety of light source and light source systems, this product is Risk Group 2, IEC 62471-5:2015.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Shipping contents 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. Standard accessories Remote control with Projector Power cord Adjustment feet kit batteries Regulatory QS02 HDMI Media...

  • Page 8: Installing The Qs02 Hdmi Media Streaming

    • 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. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer. •...

  • Page 9: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view 1. Lens shift adjustment knob 7. IR remote sensor Adjusts the vertical position of the 8. Adjuster feet projected image. 9. Connector panel 2. External control panel Terminals on page Controls and functions on page 10. Speaker grill 3.

  • Page 10: Terminals

    Terminals 1. HDMI input port (Version 2.0b) 4. USB 2.0 Type-A port (Firmware upgrade, Media Reader) 2. HDMI input port (Version 2.0b) 5. SPDIF audio output port 3. 12V DC output terminal Triggers external devices such as an 6. RS-232 control port electric screen or light control, etc.

  • Page 11: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Projector & Remote control All the key presses described in this document are available on the remote control or projector. POWER Toggles the projector between standby Turns on/off the On-Screen Display mode and on. (OSD) menu. 2. BACK/ Displays the source selection bar.
  • Page 12 5. Arrow keys ( , When the On-Screen Display (OSD) or Opens Android TV Home page. the Android TV menu is activated, these keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to Under Android TV source, opens the setting menu for the current application.
  • Page 13 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 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.

  • Page 14: Positioning Your Projector

    Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen. Purchase the BenQ behind the screen. Note that a special rear Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your projection screen and the BenQ Projector...

  • Page 15: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size

    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. Projection dimensions • The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is in a 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 Screen diagonal Vertical offset (A)* Projection distance...
  • Page 16 All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics.

  • Page 17: Mounting The Projector

    BenQ projector mounting kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed. If you use a non-BenQ brand projector mounting kit, there is a safety risk that the projector may fall down due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Projector Position

    Adjusting the projector position Shifting the projection lens The lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector. It allows the projector to be positioned off the center of the screen. The lens shift is expressed as a percentage of the projected image height or width. You can turn the knob on the projector to shift the projection lens in any direction within the allowable range depending on your desired image position.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. You can screw the adjuster feet to fine-tune the horizontal angle.
  • Page 20 Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image becomes a trapezoid due to angled projection. To correct the distorted image: 1. Display the 2D Keystone correction page from the following menus. • The setup wizard during the projector initial setup •...

  • Page 21: Connection

    Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. A/V device Notebook or desktop computer HDMI HDMI HDMI...

  • Page 22: Operation

    • Use OK to confirm the selected menu item. Step 1: Specify Projector Position. For more information about projector position, Choosing a location on page Step 2: Reminder for using the supplied BenQ Android TV remote control 22 Operation...
  • Page 23 Step 5: Specify 2D Keystone, and choose to activate Auto Vertical Keystone. For more information about keystone, see Correcting keystone on page Step 6: Follow the on-screen instructions to pair BenQ Android TV remote control with QS02 HDMI Media Streaming. Operation...
  • Page 24 Welcome message appears. 4. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to enter a 6-digit password. See Utilizing the password function on page 5. Switch all of the connected equipment on. 6. The projector will search for input signals. The current input signal being scanned appears. If the projector does not detect a valid signal, the message “No Signal”...

  • Page 25: Setting Up The Qs02 Hdmi Media Streaming

    Setting up the QS02 HDMI Media Streaming Before you start Check that you have: • A Wi-Fi Internet connection • A Google Account Set up your device There are 3 options to set up your device: • Quick Setup using an Android phone •...
  • Page 26 Display Android TV home screen • For more information, visit https://support.google.com/androidtv/. • Refer to the QS02 user documentations for further operating instructions. 26 Operation...

  • Page 27: Using The Menus

    Using the menus The projector is equipped with 2 types of On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. The Basic OSD menu provides primary menu functions while the Advanced OSD menu provides full menu functions. To access the OSD menu, press on the projector or remote control.

  • Page 28: Securing The Projector

    Securing the projector Using a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a security cable to secure the projector. A security bar is located on the right side of the projector. See item 15 on page 9.
  • Page 29 Recall Password display a coded number on the screen. 2. Write down the number and turn off your projector. 3. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to Please write down the recall code, and contact BenQ decode the number. You may be required to Customer Center.

  • Page 30: Switching Input Signal

    Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices Source at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen at a time. When starting up, the projector automatically searches for the available signals. HDMI-1 Be sure the Advanced menu - Display > Auto Source HDMI-2 Search is On if you want the projector to Android TV...

  • Page 31: Presenting From A Media Reader

    Presenting from a Media Reader The USB Type-A port on the projector allows you to read/play the audio/video files stored on a USB flash drive connected to the projector. It can eliminate the need for a computer source. Supported file formats Audio Video •...

  • Page 32: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector 1. Press and a confirmation message will appear prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. 2. Press a second time. The power indicator flashes orange, the projection light source shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 15 seconds to cool down the projector.

  • Page 33: Menu Operation

    Menu operation Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using. 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.

  • Page 34: Advanced Menu

    [100% - 80%] Auto Game Mode On/Off/Reset SettingXchange Brightness 0–100 Contrast 0–100 Sharpness 0–15 Gamma Selection 1.8/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.3/2.4/2.5/2.6/BenQ Native (for Bright picture mode) Color Temperature Normal/Cool/Warm (for the rest picture modes) R Gain/ Color Temperature G Gain/ 0–200 Tuning B Gain...
  • Page 35 Reset Current Reset/Cancel Picture Mode Function descriptions Menu Descriptions The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal picture type. • Bright 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.
  • Page 36 • 3D Appropriate for playing 3D images and 3D video clips. This mode is only available when 3D content is detected. • HDR10/HDR10 (WCG) Delivers High Dynamic Range effects with higher contrasts of brightness and colors for HDR Blu-ray movies or HDR games. After auto-detecting metadata or EOTF info from HDR contents, the projector switches to the default setting - HDR10.
  • Page 37 6. Press / / / to select a desired characters, and press OK to confirm the selection. Repeat this step until all the characters are being input. Mode Settings (Continued) 7. Press BACK/ to highlight Commit, and press OK. 8. Press BACK/ to save the change and exit.
  • Page 38 SettingXchange To use this feature, 1. Connect your computer to the projector with a USB Type-A cable. 2. Download the 'SettingXchange' PC application from BenQ website, and run the program. 3. Follow the on-screen instruction to finish the process. The higher the value, the brighter the image. Adjust this control so the...
  • Page 39 You can also set a preferred color temperature by adjusting the following options. • R Gain/G Gain/B Gain: Adjusts the contrast levels of Red, Green, and Blue. • R Offset/G Offset/B Offset: Adjusts the brightness levels of Red, Green, and Blue. To return all the settings to the factory default values, highlight Reset, and press OK.
  • Page 40 • Light Source Mode Selects a suitable light source power from among the provided modes. See Extending light source life on page • HDR Brightness Advanced Color The projector can automatically adjust the brightness levels of your image Settings according to the input source. You can also manually select a brightness (Continued) level to display better picture quality.
  • Page 41 2. Main menu: Audio Structure Menu Options Sound Mode Cinema/Music/FPS/SPG/RCG/User 100Hz -10 – +10 300Hz -10 – +10 1kHz -10 – +10 Sound EQ 4kHz -10 – +10 10kHz -10 – +10 Reset Sound EQ Audio Output treVolo/S/PDIF/Audio Return+/3.5mm Jack Audio Output Auto/LPCM/RAW (Up to 7.1)/RAW+ (Object-Based) Format...
  • Page 42 The following audio output formats are provided to achieve the audio performance you desire: LPCM supports 2 channel audio output, RAW (Up Audio Output to 7.1) supports up to 7.1 channel audio output, and RAW+ (Object-Based) Format supports Dolby Atmos audio output. The default setting Auto selects a suitable output format for the audio system.
  • Page 43 3. Main menu: Display Structure Menu Options Aspect Ratio Auto/4:3/16:9 Auto Source Off/On Search Source Rename HDMI-1/HDMI-2 Auto/Frame Sequential/ 3D Mode Frame Packing/Top-Bottom/ Side by Side/Off 3D Sync Invert Disable/Invert Signal Format Auto/Limited/Full HDMI-1/HDMI-2/ Equalizer Auto/1/2/3/4/5 Android TV EDID HDMI-1/HDMI-2 Enhanced/Standard HDMI Settings HDMI Device...
  • Page 44 Renames the current input source to your desired name. On the Source Rename page: 1. Press OK to display the on-screen keyboard. 2. Press / / / to select each desired digit/letter, and press OK to Source Rename confirm each input. 3.
  • Page 45 • Signal Format Selects a suitable RGB color range to correct the color accuracy. • Auto: Automatically selects a suitable color range for the incoming HDMI signal. • Limited: Utilizes the Limited range RGB 16-235. • Full: Utilizes the Full range RGB 0-255. •...
  • Page 46 4. Main menu: Installation Structure Menu Options Projector Position Auto/Front/Front Ceiling/Rear/Rear Ceiling H: -30 – +30 2D Keystone V: -30 – +30 Test Pattern Off/On High Altitude Mode Off/On 12V Trigger Off/On Baud Rate 9600/14440/19200/38400/57600/115200 Function descriptions Menu Descriptions Projector The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors.
  • Page 47 Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector with a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download Baud Rate the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel. Menu operation...
  • Page 48 Off/On Direct Power On Off/On Power On/Off Operation Settings Disable/3 min/10 min/15 min/ Settings Auto Power Off 20 min/25 min/30 min BenQ HDMI Media Off/On Streaming (QS02) Panel Key Lock Off/On Yes/No Security Settings Change Password Power On Lock Off/On...
  • Page 49 Settings input signal is detected after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of light source life. • BenQ HDMI Media Streaming (QS02) Enables or disables functions related to the Android TV dongle (QS02), including: • the reminder for plugging in Android TV dongle.
  • Page 50 Factory Default The following settings will still remain: Projector Position, 2D Keystone, High Altitude Mode, 12V Trigger, Baud Rate, Light Source Information, BenQ HDMI Media Streaming (QS02), Security Settings. Returns all the settings in the System main menu to the factory default values.
  • Page 51 6. Main menu: Information Structure Menu Options Detected Resolution Source Picture Mode Light Source Mode Sound Mode 3D Format Color System Dynamic Range Light Source Usage Time Firmware Version Service Code Function descriptions Menu Descriptions Detected Shows the native resolution of the input signal. Resolution Source Shows the current signal source.

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    Maintenance Care of the projector Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Please be sure to turn off the projector and let it cool down completely before cleaning the lens. • Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. •...

  • Page 53: Light Source Information

    Light source information Getting to know the light hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of light source usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent light hour is as follows: 1.
  • Page 54 • Setting Auto Power Off This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of light source life. To set Auto Power Off, go to Advanced Menu - System > Operation Settings > Power On/Off Settings >...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC power jack on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power There is no power from the power cord. outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.

  • Page 56: Specifications

    Output terminals Please visit below website and choose your country to Speaker find your service contact window. 5 watt x 2 http://www.benq.com/welcome Audio signal output Transporting PC audio jack x 1 Original packing or equivalent is recommended. SPDIF x 1...

  • Page 57: Dimensions

    Dimensions 272 mm (W) x 213 mm (H) x 259.4 mm (D) 259.4 Unit: mm Specifications...

  • Page 58: Timing Chart

    84.997 68.667 94.500 XGA_120 119.989 97.551 115.500 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75.00 67.500 108.000 BenQ Notebook 1024 x 576 60.00 35.820 46.996 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 45.000...
  • Page 59 1920 x 1920 x 1200_120 119.909 152.404 317.00 1200@120Hz (Reduce Blanking) 2560 x 1440 2560 x 1440_60 59.961 89.251 312.25 2560 x 1440_120 2560 x 1440 119.998 182.996 497.75 (Reduce Blanking) 3840 x 2160_30 3840 x 2160 67.5 (For 4K2K model) 3840 x 2160_60 3840 x 2160 (For 4K2K model)

  • Page 60: Rs232 Command

    RS232 command RS232 pin assignment Serial Serial RTSZ CTSZ Function Type Operation ASCII Write Power On <CR>*pow=on#<CR> Power Write Power Off <CR>*pow=off#<CR> Read Power Status <CR>*pow=?#<CR> Write HDMI (MHL) <CR>*sour=hdmi#<CR> Write HDMI 2 (MHL2) <CR>*sour=hdmi2#<CR> Source Selection Write HDMI 3 (Android TV) <CR>*sour=hdmi3#<CR>...
  • Page 61 Write Contrast + <CR>*con=+#<CR> Write Contrast - <CR>*con=-#<CR> Write Set Contrast value <CR>*con=value#<CR> Read Contrast value <CR>*con=?#<CR> Write Brightness + <CR>*bri=+#<CR> Write Brightness - <CR>*bri=-#<CR> Write Set Brightness value <CR>*bri=value#<CR> Read Brightness value <CR>*bri=?#<CR> Write Sharpness + <CR>*sharp=+#<CR> Write Sharpness - <CR>*sharp=-#<CR>...
  • Page 62 Write 9600 <CR>*baud=9600#<CR> Write 14400 <CR>*baud=14400#<CR> Write 19200 <CR>*baud=19200#<CR> Baud Rate Write 38400 <CR>*baud=38400#<CR> Write 57600 <CR>*baud=57600#<CR> Write 115200 <CR>*baud=115200#<CR> Read Current Baud Rate <CR>*baud=?#<CR> Read Lamp <CR>*ltim=?#<CR> Write Normal mode <CR>*lampm=lnor#<CR> Write Eco mode <CR>*lampm=eco#<CR> Lamp Control Write SmartEco mode <CR>*lampm=seco#<CR>...
  • Page 63 Write Set BenQ gamma value <CR>*gamma=value#<CR> Read Gamma value status <CR>*gamma=?#<CR> Write Set HDR Brightness value <CR>*hdrbri=value#<CR> Read Get HDR Brightness value <CR>*hdibri=?#<CR> Write Red Gain + <CR>*RGain=+#<CR> Write Red Gain - <CR>*RGain=-#<CR> Write Set Red Gain value <CR>*RGain=value#<CR> Read Get Red Gain value <CR>*RGain=?#<CR>...
  • Page 64 Write White Blue Gain + <CR>*WBGain=+#<CR> Color Calibration Write White Blue Gain - <CR>*WBGain=-#<CR> (only for service) Write Set White Blue Gain value <CR>*WBGain=value#<CR> (Continued) Read Get White Blue Gain value <CR>*WBGain=?#<CR> Write Service mode enable for error report <CR>*error=enable#<CR> Read Error code report <CR>*error=report#<CR>...

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