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- Page 1 MS502/MX503 Digital Projector User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important safety Direct power off........33 Menu operation ........34 instructions ......3 Maintenance......43 Introduction ......7 Care of the projector......43 Projector features........7 Lamp information ........44 Shipping contents ........8 Troubleshooting ....50 Projector exterior view......9 Controls and functions ......10 Specifications ...... -
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 In some countries, the line voltage is... - Page 4 Safety Instructions (Continued) The lamp becomes extremely hot Do not place this product on an during operation. Allow the projector unstable cart, stand, or table. The to cool for approximately 45 minutes product may fall, sustaining serious damage. prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
- 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 - Space that is poorly ventilated or surface.
- 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. • ® ECO BLANK - With Philips ImageCare technology, the Eco Blank function will save up to 70% of your lamp power at the same time your image is hiding •... -
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 "Controls and functions" on page 10 for details.) Lamp cover Vent (heated air exhaust) Quick-release button Focus and Zoom ring Vent (cool air intake) Speaker grill Front IR remote sensor Projection lens AC power jack USB port RGB signal output jack... -
Page 10: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Projector TEMPerature warning light Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too high. POWER indicator light Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. 10. AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image. 11. -
Page 11: Remote Control
Remote control Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, Down) Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. 10. AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image. Right When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the #3, #9, and #11 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments. -
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
Note that a special rear projection screen portability. and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit are required for this installation location. Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on. -
Page 14: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size
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 15: 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 16: Connecting Video Source Devices
• If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make sure the Monitor Out function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu. See "Standby Settings" on page 41 for details. Connecting video source devices You need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. -
Page 17: Operation
Operation Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. Please use the original accessories (e.g. -
Page 18: 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 19: Correcting Keystone
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, you will need to manually correct it following ONE of these steps. •... -
Page 20: Using The Menus
Menu Settings Digital Zoom Operation Settings 3D Sync Frame Sequential Panel Key Lock Disable 3D Sync Invert Background Color BenQ Teaching Template Splash Screen BenQ Analog RGB MENU Exit Analog RGB MENU Exit Press MENU/EXIT twice* on to highlight the SYSTEM the projector or remote control SETUP: Basic menu. -
Page 21: 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 lock, such as the Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the rear side of the projector. See item 20 on page for details. -
Page 22: If You Forget The Password
Customer Center. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Recall Code: 0 2 1 2 Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase MENU Exit documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector. -
Page 23: Switching Input Signal
Changing the password Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced> Security Settings > Change Password menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The message “INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD” appears. Enter the old password. i. If the password is correct, another message “INPUT NEW PASSWORD” displays. -
Page 24: Magnifying And Searching For Details
To select the source: Computer1/YPbPr1 Press SOURCE on the projector or remote control. A source selection bar displays. Computer2/YPbPr2 Press until your desired signal is selected and press MODE/ENTER. Video Once detected, the selected source information will display at the corner of the screen for seconds. - Page 25 With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal. To change the projected picture ratio (no matter what aspect the source is): Press MENU/EXIT and then press until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.
- Page 26 4:3: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for 4:3 images like some computer monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration.
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Page 27: Optimizing The Image
Optimizing the image Using Wall Color In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture’s colors to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures. To use this function, go to the DISPLAY >... -
Page 28: Adjusting Brightness
Press to select a menu item to be changed and adjust the value with . See "Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes" below for details. When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press MODE/ ENTER to store the settings. The confirmation message “Setting Saved”... - Page 29 There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes. One of the common methods of representing white color is known as the “color temperature”. A white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.
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Page 30: Setting The Presentation Timer
Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less saturated colors; a setting of “0” removes that color from the image entirely. If the saturation is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic. Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing . -
Page 31: Remote Paging Operations
Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off. Press MODE/ENTER. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is Off” displaying on the screen. Remote paging operations Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using the paging "Connection"... -
Page 32: Operating In A High Altitude Environment
Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock menu, and select On by pressing on the projector or remote control. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER to confirm. SYSTEM SETUP: To release panel key lock, use the remote control to enter the Basic >... -
Page 33: Shutting Down The Projector
Press to highlight Volume and press to select a desired sound level. Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone To turn off the ring tone: Repeat steps 1-2 above. Press to highlight Power On/Off Ring Tone and press to select Off. The only way to change Power On/Off Ring Tone is setting On or Off here. -
Page 34: 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. Main menu Sub-menu Options Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Wall Color Green/Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9/16:10 Keystone Position Phase H. -
Page 35: System Setup
Instant Restart On/Off Operation Quick Cooling On/Off Settings Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 Blank Timer min/25 min/30 min Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/ Sleep Timer 8 hr/12 hr Panel Key Lock On/Off Background Color Black/Blue/Purple/BenQ Splash Screen Black/Blue/BenQ Operation... - Page 36 Main menu Sub-menu Options High Altitude Mode On/Off Mute On/Off Volume Audio Settings Power On/Off On/Off Ring Tone Lamp Mode Normal/Economic/Smart Eco Lamp Settings Reset lamp timer Equivalent Lamp Hour Change Password Security Change Security SYSTEM Settings Power On Lock Settings SETUP: 2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/...
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Page 37: Description Of Each Menu
Description of each menu Function Description Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is Wall Color not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 27 for details. There are several options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on Aspect Ratio your input signal source. -
Page 38: Function Description
Function Description Provides several preset patterns for various teaching purposes. Teaching Choose Blackboard or Whiteboard first by pressing Template press to choose the pattern you need. Press MODE/ENTER to activate the pattern. Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Picture Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. - Page 39 Function Description Quick Auto "Switching input signal" on page 23 for details. Search Presentation Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 30 for details. Timer Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using Language the menus"...
- Page 40 Function Description Panel Key Disables or enables all panel key functions except POWER on the projector and keys on the remote control. See "Locking control keys" Lock on page 31 for details. Background Sets the background color for the projector. Color Splash Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector...
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Page 41: Monitor Out
Function Description Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or Baud Rate download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel. Selecting On enables the function and the projector displays the grid Test Pattern test pattern. - Page 42 Function Description Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. Resolution Current Shows the native resolution of the input signal. System Color System Status Shows input system format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, YUV, or RGB. Equivalent Lamp Hour Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
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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 and case clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing. -
Page 44: 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. "Setting Lamp Mode as Economic" below for more information on Economic mode. To obtain the lamp hour information: Press MENU/EXIT and then press to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP:... -
Page 45: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp
44), you may continue to operate the Lamp>XXXX Hours projector until the next hour lamp warning appears. Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. It is strongly recommended that you replace the Notice lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item. -
Page 46: 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 47: The Projector
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 48 Connect the power and 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 Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page displays.
- Page 49 Indicators Light Status & Description Power events 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 down process. • The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the Orange Flashing power is turned off.
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Page 50: 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 There is no power from the power cord. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on. -
Page 51: Specifications
Optical Control Resolution RS-232 serial control (MX503) 9 pin x 1 1024 x 768 XGA IR receiver x 1 (MS502) 800 x 600 SVGA Input terminals Display system Computer input 1-CHIP DMD RGB input Lens F/Number D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 2 F = 2.56-2.8... -
Page 52: Dimensions
Dimensions 287.3 mm (W) x 114.4 mm (H) x 232.6 mm (D) 287.3 232.6 114.4 Ceiling mount installation 207.6 Ceiling Mount screw: M4 x 8 (Max L = 8 mm) 199.6 Unit: mm 83.38 123.0 141.88 232.6 287.3 Specifications... -
Page 53: Timing Chart
1024 x 768 XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.500 XGA_120* 119.989 97.551 115.5 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 BenQ 1024 x 576 60.0 35.820 46.966 Notebook_timing BenQ 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Notebook_timing 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59.87... - Page 54 Supported timing for Component-YP input Vertical Horizontal Pixel Frequency Timing Resolution Frequency (Hz) Frequency (kHz) (MHz) 480i 720 x 480 59.94 15.73 13.5 480p 720 x 480 59.94 31.47 576i 720 x 576 15.63 13.5 576p 720 x 576 31.25 720/50p 1280 x 720 37.5...
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Page 55: 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.