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- Page 1 MP623/MP624 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important safety Personalizing the projector menu display ........40 instructions ......3 Shutting down the projector ....40 Menu operation ........41 Introduction......7 Maintenance......49 Projector features ........7 Shipping contents........8 Care of the projector......49 Projector exterior view ......9 Lamp information........50 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 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.
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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. • 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. *The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. -
Page 9: Projector Exterior View
Projector exterior view External control panel Front/upper side (See "Projector" on page 10 details.) Lamp cover Vent (heated air exhaust) Lens cover Quick-release button Focus ring and Zoom ring Front IR remote sensor Projection lens AC power cord inlet Rear/lower side Rear IR remote sensor RS-232 control port HDMI input socket... -
Page 10: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Projector TEMPerature indicator light Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too high. See "Indicators" on page 55 for details. LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. -
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 30 details. Auto Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image. See "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 29 details. -
Page 12: Remote Control Effective Range
Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on • Operating the projector from the front and the back of the projector. The remote the front control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensors to function correctly. -
Page 13: Positioning Your Projector13
Rear Ceiling 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. Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >... -
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 11667 12222 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 A Monitor
Connecting a monitor If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the D-SUB OUT signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA cable following the instructions below: To connect the projector to a monitor: Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer"... -
Page 19: 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: • HDMI • 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 20: Connecting An Hdmi Device
Connecting an HDMI device You should use an HDMI cable when making connection between the projector and HDMI devices. To connect the projector to an HDMI device: Take an HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI output socket of the video device. -
Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24: 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. Slide the lens cap open. -
Page 25: 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 26: 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 27: 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 28: 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 29: 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 quick-release button and lift the front of the projector. -
Page 30: 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 31: Selecting The Aspect Ratio
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. The picture can only be navigated after the picture is magnified. -
Page 32: 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 33: 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 34: 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 35 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 36: Setting The Presentation Timer
Setting the presentation timer 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 37: Hiding The Image
To activate the presentation timer, press NOTICE press to select On and press Mode/Enter. Are you sure to turn on the A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes presentation timer? and press Mode/Enter to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is On” displaying on the screen. -
Page 38: Locking Control Keys
Locking control keys With the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the Panel Key Lock is on, no control keys on the projector will operate except Power. Press on the projector or remote control SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >... -
Page 39: 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 40: Personalizing The Projector Menu Display
Personalizing the projector menu display The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The following settings do not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance. • Menu display time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. -
Page 41: Menu Operation
Menu operation Menu system 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 42: System Setup
Projector Position Ceiling/Front Ceiling Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 Auto Power Off min/25 min/30 min 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 Operation... - Page 43 Quick Cooling On/Off High Altitude Mode On/Off Mute On/Off Volume Audio Settings Power on/off ring On/Off tone 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 Menu display time sec/30 sec Menu Settings Center/Top-left/Top-right/Bottom- Menu position right/Bottom-left Standby D-Sub Output On/Off SYSTEM Lamp mode Normal/Economic SETUP: Lamp Settings...
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Page 44: Description Of Each Menu
Description of each menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) (default setting/ value) Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is Wall Color not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 33 for details. (Off) There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on Aspect Ratio your input signal source. -
Page 45: Color Space
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) (default setting/ value) Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See "Adjusting Tint" on page 34 for details. Tint 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 46 30 minutes and 12 hours. (Disable) Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector Splash Screen start-up. Three options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, or Blue (BenQ logo) screen. Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will be shortened to a few seconds.
- Page 47 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) (default setting/ value) Lamp mode (Normal) "Setting Lamp mode as Economic" on page 50 for details. Reset lamp timer Lamp Settings "Resetting the lamp timer" on page 54 for details. Equivalent lamp hour "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 50 for details on how the total lamp hour is calculated.
- Page 48 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) (default setting/ value) FAQ-Image Installation Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter. FAQ-Features and Service Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. Current Resolution System Status Shows the native resolution of the input signal.
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Page 49: 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 50: 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) + 4/3 (hours used in normal mode) "Setting Lamp mode as Economic"... -
Page 51: 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 warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. -
Page 52: Replacing The Lamp
This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner. • 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. - Page 53 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 54 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 Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM Reset Lamp Timer? SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press Mode/Enter.
- Page 55 Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events The projector has just been connected to a power outlet. Orange Orange Orange Stand-by mode Orange Green Powering up Flashing Normal operation Green The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling Orange down process.
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Page 56: 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 57: Specifications
Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Digital Projector Model name MP623/MP624 Optical Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F=2.4 to 2.6, f=20.7 ~ 22.8 mm Lamp 200 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100–240V, 3.1 A, 50/60 Hz (Automatic) -
Page 58: Dimensions
Dimensions 239 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 245.5 mm (D) 245.5 64.5 66.3 Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Horizontal Refresh rate Clock Resolution Mode frequency (Hz) (MHz) (kHz) 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70.087 31.469 28.3221 VGA_60 59.940... - Page 59 Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input Horizontal Refresh rate Clock Resolution Mode frequency (Hz) (MHz) (kHz) 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70.087 31.469 28.3221 VGA_60 59.940 31.469 25.175 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 640 x 480 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269...
- Page 60 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 1080p@50Hz 56.25 1080p@60Hz 67.5 Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.
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Page 61: 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 62: 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.