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- Page 1 MX806ST Digital Projector User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important safety Shutting down the projector ....34 Direct power off........34 instructions ......3 Menu operation ........35 Introduction ......7 Maintenance......44 Projector features........7 Care of the projector......44 Shipping contents ........8 Lamp information ........45 Projector exterior view......9 Troubleshooting .... -
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 prior to removing the lamp assembly 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 - 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
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. •... -
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 for details.) Lamp cover Vent (heated air exhaust) Quick-release button Focus ring Vent (cool air intake) Front IR remote sensor Projection lens Lens cap AC power jack RS232 control port USB mini B type port HDMI-input port... -
Page 10: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Projector Focus ring 10. AUTO Adjusts the focus of the projected image. Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image. LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up POWER or flashes when the lamp has developed a Toggles the projector between standby problem. -
Page 11: Remote Control
Remote control LASER Emits visible laser pointer light for Toggles the projector between standby presentation purposes. mode and on. ZOOM+/ZOOM- Source selection buttons: Magnifies or reduces the projected picture COMPUTER 1/COMPUTER 2/HDMI size. Selects an input source for display. PAGE +/PAGE - VIDEO/S-VIDEO Operate your display software program (No function.) -
Page 12: Remote Control Effective Range
21. QUICK INSTALL Right/ Quickly selects several functions to adjust When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu the projected image and displays the test is activated, the #4, #6, and #14 keys are pattern. used as directional arrows to select the 22. -
Page 13: Replacing The Remote Control Batteries
Replacing the remote control batteries 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. -
Page 14: 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 Installation menu after you turn the projector on. -
Page 15: 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 16: 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 17: Connecting Video Source Devices
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... -
Page 18: 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 19: Adjusting The Projected Image
Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle To adjust the projector: Press the quick-release button and lift the front of the projector. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the quick-release button to lock the foot in position. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine-tune the horizontal angle. -
Page 20: 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, follow ONE of these steps: • Press on the projector or remote control to display the Keystone correction page. -
Page 21: Using The Menus
Keystone Projector Installation Front Table Position Menu Settings Phase Operation Settings H. Size Panel Key Lock Digital Zoom Background Color BenQ Splash Screen BenQ Teaching Template Analog RGB MENU Exit Analog RGB Exit MENU Press to select a to highlight the SYSTEM preferred language and press SETUP: Basic menu. -
Page 22: 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 16 on page for details. -
Page 23: If You Forget The Password
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... -
Page 24: Switching Input Signal
Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings > Change Security Settings menu after opening the OSD menu system. Press MODE/ENTER. The message “INPUT PASSWORD” displays. Enter the current password. i. -
Page 25: Magnifying And Searching For Details
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 ZOOM+/ZOOM- to display the Zoom bar. Press ZOOM+ to magnify the center of the picture. - Page 26 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 proportionally to fit the projector's native resolution in its horizontal or vertical width.
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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. 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. - Page 29 Press to highlight the item you want to change and adjust the values by pressing • R Gain/G Gain/B Gain: Adjusts the contrast levels of Red, Green, and Blue. • R Offset/G Offset/B Offset: Adjusts the brightness levels of Red, Green, and Blue.
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Page 30: Setting The Presentation Timer
For example, if you select Red and set its value at 0, only the saturation of pure red will be affected. 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. -
Page 31: Remote Paging Operations
A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is On” displaying on the screen. The timer starts counting when the timer is on. To cancel the timer, perform the following steps: Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >... -
Page 32: 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. -
Page 33: Using The Teaching Templates
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 menu and press to select Blackboard or Whiteboard. Press to choose the pattern you need. Press MODE/ENTER to activate the pattern. -
Page 34: Shutting Down The Projector
Shutting down the projector Press POWER or OFF and a confirmation message will display prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. Press POWER or OFF 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 35: 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 Green/Blue/ Wall Color Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9/16:10 Keystone Position Phase H. - Page 36 Operation Quick Cooling On/Off Settings Instant Restart On/Off Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 Blank Timer min/30 min Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/8 hr/ Sleep Timer 12 hr Panel Key Lock On/Off Background Color BenQ/Black/Blue/Purple Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue Operation...
- Page 37 Main menu Sub-menu Options High Altitude Mode On/Off Normal/Economic/SmartEco/ Lamp Mode LampSave Lamp Settings Reset Lamp Timer Equivalent Lamp Change Password Security SYSTEM Change Security Settings Settings SETUP: Power On Lock On/Off Advanced 2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/ Baud Rate 38400/57600/115200 Test Pattern On/Off Standby Monitor Out On/Off...
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Page 38: 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 39: Function Description
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. - Page 40 Function Description Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See "Adjusting Sharpness" on page 28 for details. Sharpness This function is only available when a Component Video signal is selected. Brilliant "Adjusting Brilliant Color" on page 28 for details.
- Page 41 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 or ON when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable.
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Page 42: Monitor Out
Function Description High A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high Altitude altitude environment" on page 32 for details. Mode Lamp Mode "Setting the Lamp Mode" on page 45 for details. Reset Lamp Timer Lamp "Resetting the lamp timer"... - Page 43 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.
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Page 44: 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 45: 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. 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:... -
Page 46: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp
45), you may continue to operate the Lamp>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. The lamp is a consumable item. -
Page 47: 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 48 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.
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Page 49: Resetting The Lamp Timer
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. Resetting the lamp timer After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. - Page 50 Indicators Light Status & Description Power events Stand-by mode. Orange Green Powering up. Flashing Green Normal operation. Orange Normal power-down cooling Flashing Download CW start fail Green Scaler shutdown fail (data abort) Red Flashing LAN download fail LAN download processing Green Burn-in ON Green...
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Page 51: 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 52: Specifications
Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution RS-232 serial control 1024 x 768 XGA 9 pin x 1 Display system IR receiver x 1 1-CHIP DMD USB port (Mini-B x 1) Lens F/Number F = 2.6, f = 6.9 mm Input terminals Clear focus range... -
Page 53: Dimensions
Dimensions 287.3 232.6 114.4 Unit: mm Ceiling mount installation Ceiling Mount screw: M4 (Max L = 25 mm; Min L = 20 mm) 199.6 68.27 83.39 127.74 142.89 241.35 Unit: mm 285.78 Specifications... -
Page 54: Wall Mount Installation
Wall mount installation Minimum installation requirements Computer Resolution: SMART Smart Promethean Promethean Hitachi Diagram StarBoard Board Board ActivBoard ActivBoard ClassBoard2 StarBoard Image Reference FX-77 77.5 FX-63 Resolution: Image Diagonal (inches) Image 1173 1189 1181 1173 Height (mm) Image 1300 1565 1300 1585 1575... - Page 55 Computer Resolution: SMART Promethean Hitachi Hitachi Diagram WXGA Board ActivBoard FX-TRIO- FX-DUO- Reference Image Resolution: WXGA Image Diagonal (inches) 1171 1171 1181 1181 Image Height (mm) 1874 1874 1887 1887 Image Width (mm) Distance from floor to bottom of image (mm) Distance from screen surface to projector lens (mm) Distance from top case to...
- Page 56 The dimensions are based on the BenQ wall mount (P/N: 5J.J4R10.011). • 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.
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Page 57: 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 Notebook 1024 x 576 60.0 35.820 46.966 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 45.000... - Page 58 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60* 59.87 47.776 79.5 1024 x 576@60Hz BenQ Notebook Timing 60.00 35.820 46.996 1024 x 600@65Hz BenQ Notebook Timing 64.995 41.467 51.419 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 45.000...
- Page 59 Vertical Horizontal Pixel Frequency Timing Resolution Frequency (Hz) Frequency (kHz) (MHz) 480i* 720 x 480 59.94 15.73 480p* 720 x 480 59.94 31.47 576i 720 x 576 15.63 576p 720 x 576 31.25 720/50p** 1280 x 720 37.5 74.25 720/60p*** 1280 x 720 45.00 74.25...
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Page 60: 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.
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