Table of contents Important safety Using the test pattern......36 Shutting down the projector ....37 instructions ......3 Direct power off........37 Introduction ......7 Menu operation ........38 Projector features........7 Maintenance......48 Shipping contents ........8 Care of the projector......48 Projector exterior view......9 Lamp information ........
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 projector unstable cart, stand, or table. The to cool for approximately 45 minutes product may fall, sustaining serious prior to removing the lamp assembly 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 - Space that is poorly ventilated or surface.
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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.
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. •...
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.
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 Lens cap AC power jack RS232 control port...
Controls and functions Projector Focus ring TEMPerature warning light Adjusts the focus of the projected image. Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too high. Zoom ring 10. POWER indicator light Adjusts the size of the image. Lights up or flashes when the projector is LAMP indicator light under operation.
Remote control ECO BLANK For Japan Used to hide the screen picture. LASER Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes. MHL control buttons Previous, Play/Pause, Next, Rewind, Stop, Fast-forward) Goes to the previous file/Plays/Pauses/Goes to the next file/Rewinds/Stops/Fast-forwards during media playback. Only available when controlling your smart device in MHL mode.
Operating the LASER pointer 17. SOURCE Displays the source selection bar. The Laser Pointer is a presentation aid for professionals. 18. MIC/VOL+/MIC/VOL- It emits red colored light when (No function.) you press it. 19. MUTE The laser beam is visible. It is Toggles projector audio between on and necessary to press and hold off.
Replacing the remote control batteries Open the battery cover as illustrated. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment. Positive (+) goes to positive and negative (-) goes to negative. Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and snapping it back down into position.
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 Installation menu after you turn the projector on.
Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 57 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position. MS630ST/MX631ST 4:3 Screen diagonal Screen Center of lens Vertical offset Projection distance...
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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.
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"...
VGA cable Video cable VGA to DVI-A cable Audio L/R cable USB cable Audio cable Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) HDMI cable adapter cable HDMI-Micro USB cable S-Video cable • Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off.
Connecting smart devices The projector can project the content directly from a MHL compatible smart device. Using a HDMI to Micro USB cable or a HDMI to Micro USB adaptor, you can connect your smart devices to the projector and then enjoy your content on the big screen. Some smart devices may not be compatible to the cable that you use.
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.
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.
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, if you want the projector to automatically correct image keystoning, be sure the Auto Keystone function in the DISPLAY menu is On.
Projector Installation Front Table Keystone Menu Settings Position Operation Settings Phase Remote Receiver Front+Rear H. Size Background Color BenQ Digital Zoom Splash Screen BenQ Analog RGB MENU Exit Analog RGB Exit MENU Press to select a to highlight the SYSTEM preferred language and press SETUP: Basic menu.
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 23 on page for details.
BenQ Customer Center. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Recall Code: Seek help from the local BenQ service 255 255 255 255 center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase MENU...
(movies). • The native display resolution of this projector is in a 4:3 (MS630ST/MX631ST)/16:10 (MW632ST) aspect ratio. For best display picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at this resolution. Any other resolutions will be scaled by the projector depending upon the “aspect ratio”...
Changing Color Space In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s HDMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV. To do this: Press MENU/EXIT and then press until the SOURCE menu is highlighted.
Selecting the aspect ratio The “aspect ratio” is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and some computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio. 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.
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OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas. Auto Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector's native resolution MW632ST MS630ST/ in its horizontal or vertical width. This MX631ST is suitable for the incoming image which is neither in 4:3 nor 16:9 and...
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 >...
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. Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes According to the detected signal type and selected picture mode, some of the below functions 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. The Color Temperature Fine Tuning page displays. Press to highlight the item you want to change and adjust the values by pressing...
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 range at 0, only pure red in the projected Yellow GREEN picture will be selected. Increasing its range will include red close to yellow and red close to magenta.
Press to highlight Timer Position and set the timer position by pressing Top-Left Bottom-Left Top-Right Bottom-Right Press to highlight Timer Counting Direction and select your desired counting direction by pressing Selection Description Count Up Increases from 0 to the preset time. Count Down Decreases from the preset time to 0.
Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use ECO BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. When this function is activated with an audio input connected, the audio can still be heard. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >...
Adjusting the sound level To adjust the sound level, press Volume +/- or , or: 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 To turn off the ring tone: Repeat steps 1-2 above.
Shutting down the projector Press POWER or ON and a confirmation message will appear prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. Press POWER or ON 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.
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 Green/Blue/ Wall Color Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9/16:10 Auto Keystone On/Off Keystone Position...
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 30 for details. There are several options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on Aspect Ratio your input signal source.
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 content.
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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. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 30 for details. Selects a picture mode that best suits your need for the image quality Reference and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the same page below.
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Function Description Quick Auto "Switching input signal" on page 26 for details. Search Color Space "Changing Color Space" on page 27 for details. Conversion Presentation Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 33 for details.
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Function Description Direct Power On Allows the projector to turn on automatically once the power is fed through the power cord. Signal Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing POWER when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable.
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Function Description High A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high Altitude altitude environment" on page 35 for details. Mode Audio "Adjusting the sound" on page 35 for details. Settings Lamp Mode "Setting the Lamp Mode" on page 49 for details.
Function Description Monitor Out Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER jack is correctly connected to devices. See "Connection" on page 17 for how to make the connection. Audio Pass Through The projector can play sound when it is in standby mode and the Standby...
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.
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. Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 2.22 x (hours used in Normal mode) + 1.67 x (hours used in Economic mode) + 1.54 x (hours used in SmartEco mode) + 1.00 x (hours used in LampSave mode) To obtain the lamp hour information:...
49), you may continue to operate the Equivalent lamp hour > XXXX hours projector until the next hour lamp warning appears. Order a new lamp at www.BenQ.com Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. It is strongly recommended that you replace the NOTICE lamp at this age.
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.
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Disconnect the lamp connector from the projector as illustrated. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp. 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.
Replace the lamp cover on the projector. Tighten the screw(s) that secures the lamp cover. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screw. Connect the power and restart the projector. Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.
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Indicators Light Status & Description Power events Stand-by mode Orange Green Powering up Flashing Green Normal operation Orange Normal power-down cooling Flashing Download Red Flashing Flashing Flashing CW start fail Green Scaler shutdown fail (data abort) Red Flashing Scaler reset fail (video projector only) Burn-in ON Green Burn-in OFF...
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.
Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution RS-232 serial control 800 x 600 SVGA (MS630ST) 9 pin x 1 1024 x 768 XGA (MX631ST) IR receiver x 2 1280 x 800 WXGA (MW632ST) Display system...
Dimensions 287.3 mm (W) x 114.4 mm (H) x 232.6 mm (D) 287.3 232.6 114.4 59.34 62.13 Unit: mm Ceiling mount installation Ceiling Mount screw: M4 (Max L = 25 mm; Min L = 20 mm) 199.6 74.52 84.41 144.04 247.49 Unit: mm 287.86...
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.