Magnifying and searching for details ...34 Selecting the aspect ratio ......34 Optimizing the image ......36 Setting the presentation timer.....40 Remote paging operations ....41 Freezing the image ........41 Hiding the image........41 Locking control keys ......42 Table of contents Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
(UPS). Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Important safety instructions Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Under no circumstances should you lamps beyond the rated life could ever undo or remove any other cause them to break on rare covers. Refer servicing only to occasions. suitably qualified professional service personnel. Important safety instructions Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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- Locations near fire alarms - Locations with an ambient temperature above 40°C / 104°F - Locations where the altitudes are higher than 3000 m (10000 feet). 3000 m (10000 feet) (0 feet) Important safety instructions Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring possible injury. this safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to person and property.
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 lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers specifications. This is normal and expected behavior. Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
User manual CD Warranty card* Optional accessories Spare lamp kit Soft carry case Ceiling mount kit 3D glasses *The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed information. Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Kensington anti-theft lock slot Rear adjuster foot Rear IR remote sensor USB Mini-B port Front adjuster foot 23 22 Microphone jack Audio (L/R) input jack S-VIDEO input jack USB Type-A port 12V TRIGGER AC power cord inlet Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Front adjuster foot Ceiling mount holes Bottom side Rear adjuster foot Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
ECO BLANK Manually corrects distorted images Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding resulting from an angled projection. See the image" on page 41 for details. "Correcting 2D Keystone" on page 27 details. Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
MENU/EXIT Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. ◄ Left/ Decreases the projector volume. ECO BLANK Used to hide the screen picture. Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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To enter the MHL mode, press and hold AUTO for 3 seconds. The following buttons are available for controlling your smart device, Arrow keys ( /▲ Up, /▼ Down, ◄ Left, ► Right), MENU/EXIT, MHL control buttons. To leave the MHL mode, press and hold AUTO for 3 seconds. Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Decreases the projector volume. 17. PAGE +/PAGE - ECO BLANK Operate your display software program Used to hide the screen picture. (on a connected PC) which responds to page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint). Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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18. MIC/VOL +/MIC/VOL - Microphone input level adjustment. 19. MUTE Toggles projector audio between on and off. 20. SMART ECO Switch the lamp mode between Eco/ Normal and SmartEco. 21. TEST Displays the test pattern. Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
8 meters (~ 26 feet). Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam. Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
• If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage. Introduction Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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.
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8950 10145 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.
Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press Connection Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly. Connection Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
AUDIO OUT is connected. If you select the COMPUTER/PC signal, the projector can play the sound received from AUDIO IN mini jack. If you select the COMPONENT/VIDEO signal, the projector can play the sound received from AUDIO (L/R). Connection Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
See "Timing chart" on page 70 for details. To maintain the lamp life, once you turn the projector on, wait at least 5 minutes before turning if off. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
This function is only available when PC signal (analog RGB) is selected. Fine-tuning the image size and clarity Adjust the projected image to the Sharpen the image by rotating the size that you need using the ZOOM FOCUS ring. ring. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Using the QUICK INSTALL key Press QUICK INSTALL on the remote control. Press ▼ to highlight 2D Keystone and press MODE/ENTER. The 2D Keystone page displays. Press ▲, ▼, ◄, ► to adjust the keystone values. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Press ▲, ▼, ◄, ► to select one of the four corners and press MODE/ENTER. Press ▲/▼ to adjust vertical values from 0 to Press ◄/► to adjust horizontal values from 0 to 60. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Press MODE/ENTER twice* on Basic menu. the projector or remote control to leave and save the settings. *The first press leads you back to the main menu and the second press closes the OSD menu. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __ Keep this manual in a safe place. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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 can press MENU/EXIT to cancel the change or try another password. Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should you ever need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Press MENU/EXIT and then press ◄/► until the SOURCE menu is highlighted. Press ▼ to highlight Color Space Conversion and press ◄/► to select the setting. This function is only available when the HDMI input socket is in use. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Press MENU/EXIT and then press ◄/► until the Display menu is highlighted. Press ▼ to highlight Aspect Ratio. Press ◄/► to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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16:10 aspect ratio. This is 4:3 picture most suitable for images which are already in a 16:10 aspect, as it displays them without aspect alteration. 16:9 picture 16:10 picture Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
3D mode: Is appropriate for playing 3D images and 3D video clips. User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 37 for details. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
If you prefer images with that quality, select On. If you don’t need it, select Off. When Off is selected, the Color Temperature function is not available. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
TVs, projectors, etc. You can project any image from the disc on the screen and enter the 3D Color Management menu to make adjustments. To adjust the settings: Go to the Picture menu and highlight 3D Color Management. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Press MODE/ENTER and press ▲/▼ to select Current or All. • Current: returns current picture mode to the factory preset settings. • All: returns all settings, except User 1/User 2 in the Picture menu to the factory preset settings. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Go to the System Setup: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off. Press MODE/ENTER. A confirmation message appears. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is Off” appearing on the screen. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
• Do not block the projection lens from projecting as this could cause the blocking object to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
See "Connection" on page 22 for how the audio input is connected. INPUT SOURCE AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT Computer mini jack mini jack HDMI-2, HDMI-1/MHL HDMI mini jack VIDEO mini jack S-VIDEO mini jack Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
To display the test pattern, open the OSD menu and go to the System Setup: Advanced > Test Pattern and press ◄/► to select On. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Press Quick Install on the remote control and press ▲/▼ to select: • Projector Installation: See "Positioning your projector" on page • Test Pattern: See "Using the test pattern" on page • Keystone: See "Correcting 2D Keystone" on page Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Press POWER or ON again to start the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange. • Lamp life results will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Temperature Color R Gain/G Gain/B Gain/ Temperature Fine R Offset/G Offset/B Offset Tuning Primary Color R/G/B/C/M/Y 3D Color Management Saturation Gain Reset picture Current/All/Cancel settings Quick Auto Search On/Off Color Space Source Auto/RGB/YUV Conversion Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
MHL Charging On/Off Status DHCP IP Address Wired LAN Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server Network settings Apply Projection Login On/Off Code AMX Device On/Off Discovery Mac Address Reset All Settings Reset / Cancel Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Note that 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. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Adjusts the horizontal width of the image. This function is only H.size available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is selected. Magnifies or reduces the projected image. See "Magnifying and Digital zoom searching for details" on page 34 for details. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Once applied, the projector will automatically play the incoming 3D contents if it matches the 3D settings saved. Only the set(s) of 3D settings with memorized data is available. "Using the teaching templates" on page 44 for details. Teaching Template Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
"Resetting current or all picture modes" on page 39 for details. Reset picture settings "Switching input signal" on page 33 for details. Quick Auto Search "Changing Color Space" on page 33 for details. Color Space Conversion Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
See "Hiding the image" on page 41 for details. Sleep Timer Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between 30 minutes and 12 hours. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Reset lamp timer Lamp Settings "Resetting the lamp timer" on page 64 for details. Equivalent Lamp Hour for details on how "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 60 the total lamp hour is calculated. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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...
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Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption. MHL Charging Selecting On enables the function. The projector will automatically charge the connected MHL compatible smart device as long as the power is fed to the projector. Operation Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Wired LAN BenQ Network Projector Operation Guide for details. Projection Login Code BenQ Network Projector Operation Guide for details. Network AMX Device Discovery settings When AMX Device Discovery is On, the projector can be detected by AMX controller.
Transporting the projector It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent. When you carry the projector yourself, please use the original box or a suitable soft carry case. Maintenance Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
◄/►. The time period can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments. If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable. The projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period. Maintenance Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
You can replace the lamp whenever you notice that the brightness level has significantly diminished. Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally. Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. Maintenance Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
• To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement. • Ensure good ventilation when handling broken lamps. We recommend that you use respirators, safety glasses, goggles or face shield and wear protective clothing such as gloves.
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Tighten the screws that secure the lamp. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screw. Maintenance Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER. The lamp time will be reset to '0'. Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage. Maintenance Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Green Temperature 1 error (over limited temperature). Green Thermal sensor 1 open error. Flashing Green Green Thermal sensor 1 short error. Green Green Thermal IC #1 I2C connection error. Flashing Green Thermal break error. Maintenance Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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Green Lamp door is open. Please check if the lamp door is open or not closed properly. Green Orange Lamp life exhausted. Download. LAN download fail. Green LAN download processing. Maintenance Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
You are too far away from the projector. Stand within 7 meters (23 feet) of the projector. The password is incorrect. Cause Remedy Please see "Entering the password recall You do not remember the password. procedure" on page 31 for details. Troubleshooting Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
Monitor Out Operating temperature D-Sub 15-pin (female) x1 0°C–40°C at sea level Operating relative humidity TYPE-A (5V/1.5A) 10%–90% (without condensation) Operating altitude 0–1499 m at 0°C–35°C 1500–3000 m at 0°C–30°C (with High Altitude Mode on) Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
314.2 mm (W) x 116 mm (H) x 216.3 mm (D) 314.2 Unit: mm 314.2 216.3 116.0 51.2 65.2 Ceiling Mount Installation *Ceiling Mount Screws: M4 (Max. L=25, Min. L=20) 90.5 71.0 45.6 76.0 109.0 537.9 577.7 636.9 81.8 314.2 216.3 Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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1152 x 870 MAC21 75.06 68.68 100.00 @75Hz There 3D timing showing depend the EDID file and VGA display card. It is possible that user cannot choose the above 3D timings on VGA display card. Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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1920 x 1080 33.75 74.25 1080/24p 1920 x 1080 74.25 1080/25p 1920 x 1080 28.13 74.25 1080/30p 1920 x 1080 33.75 74.25 1080/50p 1920 x 1080 56.25 148.5 1080/60p 1920 x 1080 67.5 148.5 Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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67.500 108.000 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 BenQ 60.00 35.820 46.996 1024 x 576 Notebook Timing BenQ 64.995 41.467 51.419 1024 x 600 Notebook Timing 45.000 74.250 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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1152 x 870 MAC21 75.06 68.68 100.00 @75Hz There timing showing depend the EDID file and VGA graphic card limitation. It is possible that user cannot choose the above timings on VGA display card. Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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1280 x 720 45.00 74.25 1080/24p 1920 x 1080 74.25 1080/25p 1920 x 1080 28.13 74.25 1080/30p 1920 x 1080 33.75 74.25 1080/50i 1920 x 1080 28.13 74.25 1080/60i 1920 x 1080 33.75 74.25 Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com BenQ Manuals...
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.