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- Page 1 CP270 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important safety Operating in a high altitude environment .........37 instructions ......3 Personalizing the projector menu display ........37 Introduction......7 Shutting down the projector ....38 Projector features ........7 Menu operation ........39 Shipping contents........8 Maintenance......45 Projector exterior view ......9 Controls and functions ....... -
Page 3: 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. Safety Instructions Please read this manual before you Always open the lens shutter or... - Page 4 Safety Instructions (Continued) The lamp becomes extremely hot Do not place this product on an during operation. Allow the unstable cart, stand, or table. The projector to cool for approximately product may fall, sustaining serious 45 minutes prior to removing the damage.
- Page 5 Safety Instructions (Continued) Do not place this projector in any of Do not block the ventilation holes. the following environments. - Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft surface. - Space that is poorly ventilated or - Do not cover this projector with a cloth or confined.
- Page 6 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. Important safety instructions...
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Page 7: 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. The projector offers the following features. • Compact size and light weight design enhancing portability and mobility • Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors •... -
Page 8: Shipping Contents
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 The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. -
Page 9: Projector Exterior View
Projector exterior view External control panel Front/upper side (See "Projector" on page 10 details.) Vent (heated air exhaust) Quick-release button Lens cover Focus ring and Zoom ring Front IR remote sensor Projection lens AC power cord inlet Video input socket Rear/lower side RGB (PC)/Component video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input socket... -
Page 10: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Projector Left/ Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 36 for details. LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. See "Indicators" on page 51 details. -
Page 11: Remote Control
Remote control Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, Down) Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. See "Correcting keystone" on page 28 details. AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image. See "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 27 details. -
Page 12: Remote Control Effective Range
Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensor to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet). -
Page 13: Positioning Your Projector
Positioning your projector Choosing a location 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 14: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size
BenQ has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. There are two dimensions to consider, the perpendicular horizontal distance from the center of the screen (projection distance), and the vertical offset height of the projector from the horizontal edge of the screen (offset). -
Page 15: Screen Size
How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size Select your screen size. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled "4:3 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 16 11887 12453 There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. 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.
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Page 17: 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 18: Connecting Video Source Devices
Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: • Component Video • S-Video • Video (composite) You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. -
Page 19: 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 a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output sockets of the Video source... -
Page 20: 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 S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device. -
Page 21: 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 a composite Video source device: Take a Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the Video source device. -
Page 22: Operation
Operation Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. Remove the lens cap. -
Page 23: Using The Menus
Disable Digital Zoom Blank Timer Disable Panel Key Lock Sleep Timer Disable Splash Screen BenQ Analog RGB MENU Exit Analog RGB MENU Exit Press Menu/Exit twice* on the to highlight the SYSTEM projector or remote control to SETUP: Basic menu. -
Page 24: Utilizing The Password Function
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. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "Using the menus"... -
Page 25: Entering The Password Recall Procedure
BenQ Customer Center. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Recall code: Seek help from the local BenQ service center to 0 2 1 2 decode the number. You may be required to MENU Exit provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector. -
Page 26: Switching Input Signal
Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen at a time. Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On (which is the default of this projector) if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals. -
Page 27: Fine-Tuning The Image Size And Clarity
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. To correct this situation, see "Correcting keystone" on page 28 for details. • Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. -
Page 28: Magnifying And Searching For Details
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 height of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following one of these steps. -
Page 29: Selecting The Aspect Ratio
Use the directional arrows ( , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture. To reduce size of the picture, press Mode/Enter to switch back to the zoom in/out functionality, and press AUTO to restore the picture to its original size. You can also press repeatedly until it is restored to the original size. -
Page 30: Optimizing The Image
16:9: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for images which are already in a 16:9 aspect, like high definition TV, as it displays them 16:9 picture without aspect alteration. -
Page 31: Using Wall Color
Setting the User 1/User 2 mode There are two 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 User 1/User 2) as a starting point and customize the settings. Press Menu/Exit to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. -
Page 32: Adjusting Color
Adjusting Color Highlight Color in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing on the projector or remote control. Lower setting produces less saturated colors. 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 on the... - Page 33 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.
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Page 34: Setting The Presentation Timer
Setting the presentation timer The presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize this function: Press Timer Setup on the remote control or go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >... -
Page 35: Hiding The Image
To cancel the timer, perform the following steps. Go back to the Presentation Timer page. Press and press to highlight Off and press Mode/Enter. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press Mode/Enter to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is Off ”... -
Page 36: Freezing The Image
You can also use the remote control to enter the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock and press to select Off. • Keys on the remote control are still in use when panel key lock is enabled. • If you press Power to turn off the projector without disabling panel key lock, the projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on. -
Page 37: Operating In A High Altitude Environment
Operating in a high altitude environment We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m –3000 m above sea level, and temperature is between 0°C–35°C. Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and temperature is between 0°C and 35°C. -
Page 38: Shutting Down The Projector
Shutting down the projector Press Power and a confirmation message displays prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. Press Power a second time. The POWER indicator light flashes orange, the projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector. -
Page 39: Menu Operation
Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu Options Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Wall Color Green/Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9 Keystone DISPLAY Position Phase H. Size Digital Zoom PC source: Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/ User 1/User 2 Picture Mode Video source: Dynamic/Standard/Cinema/User 1/... -
Page 40: System Setup
Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 Blank Timer min/25 min/30 min Panel Key Lock On/Off Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 Sleep Timer hr/8 hr/12 hr Splash Screen Black/Blue/BenQ Quick Cooling On/Off High Altitude Mode On/Off Menu display 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 time sec/30 sec... -
Page 41: Description Of Each Menu
Description of each menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) (default setting/ value) Wall Color Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 31 for details. (Off) There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on Aspect Ratio your input signal source. - Page 42 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) (default setting/ value) Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See "Adjusting Tint Tint" on page 32 for details. The function is only available when Video or S-Video with NTSC system is selected. Sharpness Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer.
- Page 43 (Disable) Splash Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector Screen start-up. Three options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, or Blue screen. (BenQ logo) Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will Quick be shortened to a few seconds.
- Page 44 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) (default setting/ value) Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you Baud Rate can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for (115200) qualified service personnel.
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Page 45: 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 46: Lamp Information
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. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 3/2 (hours used in Normal mode) "Setting Lamp mode as Economic"... -
Page 47: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp
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. The LAMP indicator light and TEMPerature indicator light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. -
Page 48: Replacing The Lamp
• To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the wall socket. If the... - Page 49 Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of 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 50 Tighten the screws that secure the lamp cover. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screws. Restart the projector. Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. Resetting the lamp timer After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Notice...
- Page 51 Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events Orange Stand-by mode Green Powering up Flashing Green Normal operation • The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down Orange process.
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Page 52: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the There is no power from the power projector, and plug the power cord into the cable. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on. -
Page 53: Specifications
Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Digital Projector Model name CP270 Optical 1024 x 768 XGA Resolution Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F = 2.56 to 2.67, f = 21.36 to 23.45 mm Lamp 200 W lamp Electrical... -
Page 54: Dimensions
Dimensions 190 mm (W) x 77.5 mm (H) x 205 mm (D) 77.5 48.7 Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Horizontal Refresh rate Resolution Mode frequency Clock (MHz) (Hz) (kHz) 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70.087 31.469 28.3221 VGA_60 59.940 31.469... - Page 55 Supported timing for Component-YP input Signal Format Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 480i(525i)@60Hz 15.73 59.94 480p(525p)@60Hz 31.47 59.94 576i(625i)@50Hz 15.63 50.00 576p(625p)@50Hz 31.25 50.00 720p(750p)@60Hz 45.00 60.00 720p(750p)@50Hz 37.50 50.00 1080i(1125i)@60Hz 33.75 60.00 1080i(1125i)@50Hz 28.13 50.00 Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.
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Page 56: Warranty And Copyright Information
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 57: Regulation Statements
Regulation statements FCC statement CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.