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BenQ Mainstream MP510 User Manual

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  • Page 1 MP510 Digital Projector Mainstream Series User Manual Welcome...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ... 8 Projector features ...8 Shipping contents ...8 Projector exterior view...9 Controls and functions ...10 Positioning your projector ... 13 Choosing a location ...13 Obtaining a preferred projected picture size ...14 Connection ... 17 Connecting a computer ...17 Connecting Video source devices ...18 Operation ...
  • Page 3 Timing chart ... 49 Warranty and Copyright information ... 50 Limited warranty ... 50 Copyright ... 50 Disclaimer ... 50 Regulation statements ... 51 FCC statement ... 51 EEC statement ... 51 MIC statement ... 51 WEEE directive ... 51 Table of contents...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    1. Important safety instructions Your BenQ 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.
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions (Continued) The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause them to break on rare occasions.
  • Page 6 Do not block the ventilation holes. - Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft surface. - Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any other item. - Do not place inflammables near the projector.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions For Ceiling Mounting Of The Projector

    Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the projector We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent damage to person and property. 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.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    This is normal and expected behavior. Shipping contents The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC. 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.

  • Page 9: Projector Exterior View

    13 14 RGB (PC)/Component video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input socket Video input socket S-Video input socket External control panel (See "Projector" on page 10 details.) Vent (heated air exhaust) Projection lens Quick-release button Lens cap Focus ring Kensington anti-theft lock slot...

  • Page 10: Controls And Functions

    Lights red if the projector’s temperature becomes too high. Power indicator light (See page 45 for details.) Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. Power (See "Start up" on page 21 "Shutting down the projector" on page 32 for details.)

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote control Power (See "Start up" on page 21 "Shutting down the projector" on page 32 for details.) Turns the projector on or off. Freeze (See "Freezing the picture" on page 31 for details.) Freezes the projected picture. Down, Left, "Using the OSD menus"...

  • Page 12: Remote Control Effective Range

    Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensors should not exceed 6 meters (~ 20 feet).

  • Page 13: Positioning Your Projector

    Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment.

  • Page 14: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Picture Size

    BenQ has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. There are two dimensions to consider, the perpendicular...

  • Page 15: Screen Size

    4800 mm and with a vertical offset of 183 mm. If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt it down or up to center the picture on the screen. In these situations, some picture distortion will occur.
  • Page 16 Inches 16.7 There is 3% 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 in situ before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics.

  • Page 17: Connection

    In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents" on page Connecting a computer The projector provides a VGA input socket that allows you to connect it to a laptop or desktop computer. To connect the projector to a laptop or desktop computer: Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the computer.

  • Page 18: Connecting Video Source Devices

    • Video (composite) You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above 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...

  • Page 19: Connecting A Component Video Source Device

    Component Video is the only video output that delivers native 16:9 aspect ratio picture. • If the selected video picture 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.
  • Page 20 The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: A/V device If the selected video picture 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.

  • Page 21: Operation

    (If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the picture clarity. If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 110 seconds before energizing the lamp. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow buttons to enter a four digit password.

  • Page 22: Utilizing The Password Function

    If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you will see the message 'Out of Range' displayed on the screen. Please change to an input signal which is compatible with the projector's resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting. "Timing chart" on page 49...

  • Page 23: If You Forget The Password

    Write down the number and turn off your projector. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector.

  • Page 24: Switching Input Signal

    To prevent unnecessary waste of lamp time, you can activate the Auto Off function to turn off the projector automatically when there is no signal detected after a period of time. To set the Auto Off time, go to the to set a time from 5 to 20 minutes in 5-minute increments.

  • Page 25: Correcting Keystone

    Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse direction. If the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected picture becomes vertically trapezoidal. To correct this situation, adjust the value of Keystone in the Picture menu, on the projector control panel, or on the remote control.

  • Page 26: Selecting The Aspect Ratio

    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 picture output to a different aspect than that of the picture input source.

  • Page 27: Optimizing The Picture

    Go to the Mode menu and press The preset picture modes are stored in the projector along with the current color temperature setting for each input. You can change the picture mode and color temperature settings for the currently active input, and your selection is automatically stored in the projector and associated with that input source.

  • Page 28: Using Wall Color

    Video input sources Video input sources are video (movie) based signal timings connected using the video cables Component Video (YPbPr), S-Video, or composite Video. Video input sources are active only when "YPbPr (Comp.)", "S-Video", or "Video" is selected as the input source. Standard Mode (Default): Is appropriate for viewing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras or DVs.

  • Page 29: Setting The Presentation Timer

    You can find other picture quality fine-tune selections in the "Picture menu" on page 35 A change of input will cause the projector to restore the picture settings which were current when that input was last selected. If no custom adjustments have been made to the picture settings of that input, the default settings for that input will be used.

  • Page 30: Hiding The Picture

    You can set the blank time in the Setting > Blank Timer projector return the picture automatically after a period of time when there is no action taken on the blank screen. The length of time can be set from 0 to 60 minutes in one-minute increments.

  • Page 31: Freezing The Picture

    1500 m–3000 m above sea level, and temperature is between 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. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode on under such condition.

  • Page 32: Shutting Down The Projector

    If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, when you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans will run for a few minutes to cool down. Press Power again to start the projector after the fans stop and the Power indicator light turns orange. Operation Are You Sure to Power Off? Press "Power"...

  • Page 33: Menu Operation

    Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Functions available when receiving different signal types... Sub-Menu • Picture Mode • Wall Color • Color Temperature Picture • Brightness • Contrast •...

  • Page 34: Using The Osd Menus

    Using the OSD menus The projector is equipped with on-screen display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. There are 17 different menu languages. (Refer to The following example describes the adjustment of Keystone. Press MENU on the projector or MENU on the remote control to turn the OSD menu on.

  • Page 35: Picture Menu

    Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting / value) Pre-defined modes are provided so you can optimize your projector Picture Mode picture set-up to suit your program type. (PC: Dynamic; YPbPr/S-Video/ You can use the remote control MODE button to select a predefined Video: Standard) Picture Mode.
  • Page 36 On: The pixel resolution of the input signal is converted to the native resolution of the projector (800 x 600). For input signals with lower resolutions, gaps in the pixels are automatically interpolated into the picture before being projected. This may distort the picture clarity.

  • Page 37: Setting Menu

    (20) This is a selectable function. Selecting On limits use of the projector to only those who know the correct password. When the function is activated for the first time, you have to set a password for it. For more information, refer to "Utilizing the password function"...

  • Page 38: Advanced Menu

    (default setting / (default setting / value) value) The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one Mirror or more mirrors. Contact your dealer for the ceiling mount bracket (optional accessory) if you need to install the projector on your ceiling.

  • Page 39: Information Menu

    Information menu This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector. Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Shows the current signal source.

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    6. 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.

  • Page 41: Lamp Information

    The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer.

  • Page 42: 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 43 • 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 44: Temperature Information

    When the Temperature warning light is on, it is warning you of the following possible problems: The internal temperature is too high. The fans are not working. Turn the projector off and contact qualified service personnel for further help. For more detailed information, please refer to Maintenance Up on the projector for 5 seconds "Indicators"...
  • Page 45 The projector has just been connected to a power outlet. Stand-by mode. Powering up. Normal operation. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process. Or The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off.
  • Page 46 Light Power Temp Lamp Thermal events Maintenance Status & Description The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance.

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    You do not remember the password. Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    RS-232 serial control Environmental Requirements Operating temperature Operating relative humidity Operating altitude Dimensions Specifications Digital Projector MP510 800 x 600 SVGA 1-CHIP DMD F=2.57 (fixed) 160 W lamp AC100–240V, 2.5A, 50–60 Hz (Automatic) 250 W (Max) 5.7 lbs (2.6 Kg)

  • Page 49: Timing Chart

    Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Horizontal Resolution Frequency (kHz) 31.469 37.861 640 x 480 37.500 43.269 720 x 400 31.469 37.879 48.077 800 x 600 46.875 53.674 48.363 56.476 1024 x 768 60.023 68.667 1280 x 1024 63.981 Supported timing for Component-YP Signal Format 480i(525i)@60Hz...

  • Page 50: 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.

  • Page 51: Regulation Statements

    10. Regulation statements FCC statement CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

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