Table of contents Important safety Adjusting the sound ....... 46 instructions ....3 Using the test pattern......47 Introduction....7 Using the teaching templates ....48 Using the quick install......48 Projector features........7 Controlling the projector through a LAN Shipping contents ........9 environment ...........
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...
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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.
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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 confined.
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BenQ to have the attachment through the use of the projector serviced. wrong gauge or length screws.
3D Function supported Various 3D formats make the 3D function more flexible. By presenting the depth of the images, you can wear BenQ 3D glasses to enjoy the 3D movies, videos and sporting events in a more realistic way. Introduction...
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• The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient lighting conditions, selected input signal contrast/brightness settings, and is directly proportional to projection distance. • The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers specifications. This is normal and expected behavior.
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. Projector Remote control with battery Power cord...
Projector exterior view Lamp compartment cover Quick-release button Front/upper side Projection lens Focus ring and Zoom ring External control panel (See "Projector" on page 12 details.) Vent (cool air intake) Front IR remote sensor Lens cap & string HDMI 1 input jack HDMI 2 input jack Rear/lower side RGB signal output jack...
◄ Left/ Decrease volume level Decreases volume. See "Adjusting the sound level" on page 47 for details. (available in SH915) Keystone/Arrow keys ( /◄ Left) Manually correct distorted images SW916 resulting from an angled projection. See "Correcting keystone" on page 28 detail.
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"Adjusting the "Switching input signal" on page 37 sound level" on page 47 for details. details. (available in SH915) 12. Keystone/Arrow keys ( /▼ Down) When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu Manually corrects distorted images is activated, the #2, #5, #10, and #12 keys resulting from an angled projection.
Remote Control SH915 LASER (No available in Japan region) Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes. ZOOM+/ZOOM- Magnifies or reduces the projected picture size. ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio. 10. FREEZE Freezes the projected image. 11. NETWORK SETTING Displays the Network Settings OSD menu.
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Operating the LASER pointer 20. MUTE Toggles projector audio between on and The Laser Pointer is a off. presentation aid for professionals. It emits a 21. SMART ECO beam of red light when you Switch the lamp mode between Eco/ press it.
SW916 LASER (No available in Japan region) Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes. QUICK INSTALL ("TEST" is for Japan region) Displays the Quick Install OSD menu. FREEZE Freezes the projected image. ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio. 10. PIP The function is not available on this projector.
Operating the LASER pointer 19. MUTE Toggles projector audio between on and The Laser Pointer is a off. presentation aid for professionals. It emits a 20. LAMP MODE beam of red light when you Displays the Lamp Mode OSD menu. press it.
Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front and the rear 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).
Replacing the remote control battery To open the battery cover, turn the remote control over to view its back, push on the finger grip on the cover and slide it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. The cover will slide off. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment.
Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Note that a special rear projection screen Mounting Kit from your dealer to mount and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting your projector on the ceiling. Kit are required for this installation location.
Maximum zoom Minimum zoom Screen Center of lens Vertical offset Projection distance SH915 The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is 16:9. Screen size Distance from screen [mm] Offset [mm] Diagonal Width...
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11833 14180 There is 5% 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 before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics.
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"...
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. The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the projector and the video source device as described below: Terminal name Terminal appearance...
Playing sound through the projector You can make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in your presentations, and also connect separate amplified speakers to the AUDIO OUT socket of the projector. If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector.
Operation Starting up the projector Remove the lens cap. 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.
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.
Press ▼ to highlight Keystone and press MODE/ENTER. The Keystone correction page displays. Press to correct keystoning at the top of the image or press to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image. The function is only available for SH915. Operation...
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Correcting 2D Keystone 2D Keystone function enables a wider projector installation area compared to conventional projectors with limited positioning in front of the screen. To correct this, you will need to manually correct it following one of these steps. • Using the projector or remote control NETWORK SETTING...
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Correcting Corner Fit Manually adjust four corners of the image by setting the horizontal and vertical values. • Using the OSD menu Press MENU/EXIT and then press ◄/► until Display menu is highlighted. Press ▼ to highlight Corner Fit and press MODE/ENTER.
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Correcting Surface Fit Manually correct geographic distortion by Surface Fit calibration function. • Using the OSD menu Press MENU/EXIT and then press ◄/► until Display menu is highlighted. Press ▼ to highlight Surface Fit and press MODE/ENTER. The Surface Fit page displays.
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Press ◄/► to select the direction and press MODE/ENTER. Press ▲/▼ to adjust the top or/and bottom side convex or concave. Default is 0 and value is -40~0~40. Single side adjustment is only for distortion. For both sides of the vertical surface fit, use ◄/► to adjust the center of the curve because it is not always at the center.
H. Size Digital Zoom Operation Settings Remote Receiver Front+Rear Panel Key Lock Teaching Template Background Color Blue Splash Screen BenQ S-VIDEO Exit MENU S-VIDEO Exit MENU Use ◄/► to highlight the System Setup: Press MODE/ENTER twice* on Basic menu. the projector or remote control to leave and save the settings.
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 a Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the left side of the projector.
BenQ the screen. Customer Center. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Seek help from the local BenQ service Recall code: 12345678 center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase...
You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter the new Password Changed password next time the projector is started. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT. Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go back to the System Setup: Advanced > Security Settings >...
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.
Magnifying and searching for details If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the direction arrow keys for navigating the picture. • Using the remote control Press Digital Zoom+/- to display the Zoom bar. Press Digital Zoom+ to magnify the center of the picture.
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About the aspect ratio In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas. OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas. Auto: Scales an image 4:3: Scales an image so that it is proportionally to fit the projector's displayed in the center of the screen native resolution in its horizontal...
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 color to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures. To use this function, go to the Display >...
Press ▼ to select a sub-menu item to be changed and adjust the value with ◄/►. "Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes" below for details. Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes According to the detected signal type, and selected picture mode, some of the functions listed below may not be available.
Setting a preferred color temperature To set a preferred color temperature: Highlight Color Temperature and select Warm, Normal or Cool by pressing ◄/► on the projector or remote control. Press ▼ to highlight Color Temperature Fine Tuning and press MODE/ ENTER.
Please refer to the illustration to the right for how the colors relate to each other. For example, if you select Red and set its Yellow range at 0, only pure red in the projected GREEN picture will be selected. Increasing its range will include red close to yellow and red close to magenta.
® ® ® • The remote paging function cannot work with Microsoft Windows 98 operating system. Windows XP or higher operating systems are recommended. • The function is only available for SH915. Operation...
Freezing the image Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image. The word 'FREEZE' will appear on the screen. To release the function, press any key on the projector or remote control. If your remote control has the following keys, please note that they cannot be pressed to release the function: LASER, #2, #5, PAGE +/PAGE -.
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–30°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.
Adjusting the sound level To adjust the sound level, • Using the remote control Press to select a desired sound level. • Using the OSD menu Repeat steps 1-2 above. Press ▼ to highlight Volume and press ◄/► to select a desired sound level. Turning off the Power on/off ring tone Repeat steps 1-2 above.
Using the teaching templates The projector provides several preset patterns for various teaching purposes. To activate the pattern: Open the OSD menu and go to the Display > Teaching Template and press ▲/▼ to select Blackboard or Whiteboard. Press ◄/► to choose the pattern you need. Press MODE/ENTER to activate the pattern.
Controlling the projector through a LAN environment Network Settings allow you to manage the projector from a computer using a web browser when the computer and the projector are properly connected to the same local area network. Configuring the Wired LAN Settings If you are in a DHCP environment: Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJ45 port.
Configuring the Wireless LAN Settings Connect the BenQ wireless dongle (optional) to the USB TYPE-A input jack of the projector. Select Wireless LAN in System Setup: Advanced > Network Settings menu and press MODE/ENTER. For AP mode connection, you need to note SSID information, then search the projector with the same SSID in Q Presenter to start projection.
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The BenQ remote network operation page opens. • The web page control supports IE version 7.0 or higher. • The illustrations in web page control, Q Presenter and USB Reader sections are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your projector.
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i. These buttons function the same as the ones on the remote control. See "Remote Control" on page 14 for details. The Display Setting page allows you to operate the projector as if you were using the OSD menus. These functions are some useful menu settings. The Picture Setting page allows you to manage the projector as if you were using the Picture menu.
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The Information page displays the information and status of this projector. The Conference Control page allows you to control computer’s display status of all the computers linked to this projector. Operation...
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The Crestron page is only available when you are on a Wired LAN network. It also allows you to control the projector remotely. The Crestron supports RoomView version 6.2.2.9. i. These buttons function the same as the ones on the OSD menus or remote control.
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i. You can name the projector, keep track of its location and the person in charge of it. ii. You can adjust the Wired LAN settings. iii. Once set, access to the remote network operation on this projector has been password-protected.
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The Basic page allows you to change the password and select connected persons. The number of connected persons may affect the network display performance. The Wired LAN page allows you to adjust the Wired LAN settings. Operation...
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The Wireless LAN page allows you to adjust the Wirless LAN settings. Max. length for SSID string is 16 bytes. Please use a different SSID when more than two projectors are connecting through wireless LAN. The Mail page allows you to send alert e-mail to your ITS administrator. You can first try the Mail Test function to check if the Alert Mail works.
Using the Web Control Lock This function is designed to prevent unauthorized people from maliciously changing the projector settings through the Projector Network Display System. To enable the function: After your computer is connected to the projector, enter the address of the projector in the address bar of your browser and press Enter.
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Click the Search icon. The Search page allows you to search and connect a network display. i. You can key in the IP address (see "Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser" on page 50 for details.) or just click “Search”. ii.
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i. Full Screen: whole image display on the projector. Selectable: a square will popup then you can move and drag the area you want to show the audience. ii. You can select to Play/Pause displaying desktop contents to connected network isplay.
Once set, press Apply to save the changes. x. You can link to the BenQ remote network operation page on page 50. Using the Projection Login Code This function is designed to ensure network display through the correct projector. To toggle this function: Go to the System Setup: Advanced >...
Using the broadcassting function When it comes to 1:N LAN Dispaly,there are two ways to do this function: By TCP/IP (support up to 8 porjectors, original design) By Multicast(support up to 255 projectors, this new design) You can select channel 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,6...25 with showing the corrspondent IP(gray out). There are 1~25 channels (25IPs) for you to select freely: 239.192.19.21~239.192.19.45 If the channel is fixed at emergency channel, when projector detects image coming in from...
Remote Desktop Control through Q Presenter The Q Presenter can proceed the Remote Desktop Control (RDC) the host PC from projector site. Setup the RDC login account (User name and Password ) in Q Presenter. • Name: must be 8 English capital letters A~Z and number 0 ~9. •...
Select Remote Desktop and press MODE/ENTER. Enter the Account and Password the same as step 1. Select Connect and press MODE/ENTER to connect the selected PC. Connect USB keyboard or mouse to control the host PC’s desktop through the projector. •...
USB Reader menu The USB Reader menu will display only when USB Reader source is selected. This menu is includes with a slideshow feature for making various settings. Main menu Sub-menu Options USB Reader Slideshow Slideshow Direction Slide Right/Slide Down Slideshow Timing 3 /4 /5 Repeat Slideshow...
Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/ Wall color Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9/16:10 Keystone (available in SH915) 2D Keystone (available in SW916) Due to for 3D content the 2D keystone will be change to 1D V-keystone only. Top Left/Top Right/Bottom Left/ Corner Fit (available in SW916)
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Main menu Sub-menu Options Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/ Picture Mode Cinema/3D/User 1/User 2 Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/ Reference Mode Cinema/3D Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Brilliant Color On/Off Color Picture Cool/Normal/Warm Temperature Color R Gain/G Gain/B Gain/R Offset/ Temperature Fine G Offset/B Offset Tuning Primary Color R/G/B/C/M/Y 3D Color Management...
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20 mins/25 mins/30 mins Disable/30 mins/1 hr/2 hrs/3hrs/ Sleep Timer 4hrs/8 hrs/12hrs Remote Receiver Front+Rear / Front / Rear Panel Key Lock On/Off Background Color BenQ / Black / Blue / Purple Splash Screen BenQ / Black / Blue Operation...
Main menu Sub-menu Options High Altitude On/Off Mode Mute On/Off Audio Settings Volume Power on/off Ring YES/NO Lamp Mode Normal/Economic/SmartEco Reset Lamp Timer Yes/No Lamp Settings Equivalent Lamp Hour Change Passward Change Security Settings Security Setting System Power On Lock On/Off Setup: Web Control Lock...
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Main menu Sub-menu Options Status DHCP IP Address Wired LAN Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server Apply Status SSID SSID Display Wireless LAN IP Adress Connection Mode System Network settings Apply Setup: Account Advanced Remote Desktop Password Connect Projection Login On/Off Code Broadcasting...
Corrects any keystoning of the image manually. See "Correcting keystone" on page 28 for details. Keystone The function is only available for SH915. Adjusts the shape of the projected image to ensure straight lines on all four corners. See "Correcting 2D Keystone" on page 29 details.
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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images. You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D images.
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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Picture Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. "Selecting a picture mode" on page 40 for details. Selects a picture mode that most suits your need for the image Reference quality and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the same page below.
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Presentation Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 43 for details. Timer Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. Language "Using the menus" on page 33 for details.
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Direct Power On Powers projector on automatically when the power cable is connected. Signal Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing POWER or ON when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable.
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If you enter incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically shut down in a short time. Web Control Lock BenQ Network Projector Operation Guide for details. Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you...
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Network Selecting On enables the function. The projector is able to provide the network function when it is in standby mode. Monitor Out Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER 1 jack is correctly connected to devices.
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the Picture menu. Lamp Mode Shows the current lamp mode. Resolution Current Shows the native resolution of the input signal. System 3D Format Status Shows the current 3D mode. Color System Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM or RGB.
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.
Lamp mode Description Normal 100% lamp brightness Economic Saves 30% lamp power consumption. (available in SH915) Saves 20% lamp power consumption. (available in SW916) SmartEco Saves up to 70% lamp power consumption depending on the content brightness level. (available in SH915) Save up to 50% lamp power consumption depending on the content brightness level.
SmartEco" on page 80), you may continue to Lamp >XXXX Hours operate the projector until the next lamp warning appears. Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. Notice Replace Lamp soon Lamp > XXXX Hours It is strongly recommended that you replace the Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com...
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. •...
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.
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. Highlight Reset lamp timer. A warning message displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER.
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Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events Orange Stand-by mode Green Powering up Flashing Green Normal operation Orange Projector is cooling. Flashing Lamp events Orange The lamp ignition is not lit up. Flashing The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or Please contact your dealer for assistance.
Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the There is no power from the power cable. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.
Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution SH915 Type-B 1920 x 1080 MINI-B SW916 TYPE-A x 2 1280 x 800 RS-232 serial control Display system 9 pin x 1 Single-chip DLP™ system IR receiver x 2...
Dimensions 360.1 mm (W) x 119.9 mm (H) x 259 mm (D) 360.1 119.9 52.3 Ceiling Mount Installation *Ceiling Mount Screws: M4 (Max. L=25, Min. L=20) Unit: mm Specifications...
XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.5 XGA_120** 119.989 97.551 115.5 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 BenQ Notebook 1024 x 576 35.82 46.966 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 74.25...
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Resolution Format Refresh rate H- frequency Pixel Frequency (MHz) (Hz) (kHz) 1280 x 960_60*** 1280 x 960 1280 x 960_85 85.002 85.938 148.5 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60*** 60.015 47.712 85.5 1440 x 900 WXGA+_60*** 59.887 55.935 106.5 1400 x 1050 SXGA+_60*** 59.978 65.317...
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XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.5 XGA_120** 119.989 97.551 115.5 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 BenQ Notebook 1024 x 576 35.82 46.996 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 74.25...
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Resolution Format Refresh rate H- frequency Pixel Frequency (MHz) (Hz) (kHz) 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60* 59.87 47.776 79.5 WXGA_60* 59.81 49.702 83.5 WXGA_75 74.934 62.795 106.5 1280 x 800 WXGA_85 84.88 71.554 122.5 WXGA_120** 119.909 101.563 146.25 (Reduce Blanking) SXGA_60*** 60.02 63.981...
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Supporting timing for HDMI Video input Format Resolution Refresh rate H- frequency Pixel Frequency (MHz) (Hz) (kHz) 480i*** 720 (1440) x 480 59.94 15.73 480p*** 720 x 480 59.94 31.47 576i 720 (1440) x 576 15.63 576p 720 x 576 31.25 720/50p** 1280 x 720...
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.