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PB8253/PB8263 Digital Projector Installation Series User's Manual Welcome...
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Copyright Copyright 2006 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation.
Controls and functions ... 13 Positioning your projector ... 17 Choosing a location ... 17 Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the projector 18 Obtaining a preferred projected image size ... 19 Connection ... 22 Connecting a computer or monitor ... 22 Connecting Video source devices ...
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.
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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.
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Do not block the ventilation holes. - Do not place the projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft surface. - Do not cover the projector with a cloth or any other item. - Do not place inflammables near the projector.
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Liquids spilled into the projector may cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power supply's wall socket and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation.
Introduction Projector features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use. The projector offers the following features: • High quality manual zoom lens • Full-function remote control with laser pointer •...
Shipping contents The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC and to video equipment. 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.
Vent (heated air exhaust) Rear IR remote sensor Connector panel "Connector panel" on page 12 Lower view External control panel "Projector" on page 13 Vent (cool air intake) Front IR remote sensor Kensington anti-theft lock slot AC power cord inlet Main power switch...
Connector panel Introduction RGB (PC)/Component video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input socket RGB signal output socket Audio (Left/ Right)/Video input sockets S-Video input socket DVI-I signal input socket supports DVI-D video signal and DVI-A PC signal RS 232 control port For external control systems and used by service personnel.
Lights up or flashes if the projector's temperature becomes too high. See on page 53 for details. Power indicator light Lights up when the projector is in standby mode or under operation. See "Indicators" on page 53 for details. Exit Exits and saves the menu settings.
When the projector is in standby mode, press once to turn the projector on. When the projector is on, press twice to turn the projector to standby. "Start up" on page 30 down the projector" on page 40...
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See the warning label on the back of your remote control for safe operation on the laser pointer. BLANK "PIP Used to hide the screen image. Press BLANK on the projector or remote control to restore the image. See "Hiding the image" on page 38 details. VOLUME +/- Increases or decreases the volume level.
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).
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.
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.
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 horizontal distance from the center of the screen (projection distance), and the vertical offset height of the projector from the horizontal edge of the screen (offset).
302 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 image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion will occur.
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7620 10327 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.
The projector provides VGA and DVI input sockets that allow you to connect it to a notebook or desktop computer. Additionally, you can also connect the projector to a computer via the USB cable so you can perform paging operations of the application on the PC or notebook. (see operations"...
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Macintosh computers. • 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. Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook.
If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the RGB signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA or VGA to DVI-A cable following the instructions below:...
• 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...
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Connecting a DVI source device The projector provides a DVI-I input socket that allows you to connect it to a DVI source device like DVD player, or a VGA output device like notebook or desktop computer. There are three types of DVI connector: DVI-A, DVI-D, and DVI-I. The DVI-I socket is an integrated connector which supports both formats: DVI-A, and DVI-D.
D-Sub type connector) to the D-Sub/Comp. In socket on the projector. If you wish to make use of the projector speakers, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output sockets of the video device, and the other end to the Audio L/R sockets on the projector.
Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the S-Video socket on the projector. If you wish to make use of the projector speakers, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output sockets of the video device, and the other end to the Audio L/R sockets on the projector.
Connect the other end of the Audio/Video cable to the Audio(R/L)/Video sockets on the projector. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the sockets; green to green, blue to blue, and red to red.
The search will continue until an input source signal is detected. You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your desired input signal. For more information, refer to If the frequency/ resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you will see the message “Out of Range”...
Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 2 quick-release adjuster feet and 2 rear adjuster feet. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: Press the quick-release buttons and lift the front of the projector.
Auto-adjusting the image In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the projector or remote control. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the values of Frequency, and Clock to provide the best picture quality.
Selecting the aspect ratio The "aspect ratio" is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and digital TV is usually in 16:9 ratio.
Optimizing the image To optimize the image, use the buttons on the projector or remote control to adjust the image settings directly, or to change the settings on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. For the operation of OSD menus, refer to The following instructions are optional.
Selecting a preset mode The projector is preset with several predefined application modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type. To select a operation mode that suits your need, press MODE on the remote control. The picture modes available for different types of signals are shown below.
On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. Adjusting brightness Press MENU on the projector or remote control. Go to adjust the values by pressing The higher the value, the brighter the image. And lower the setting, darker the image. Adjust this control so the black areas of the image appear just as black and that detail in the dark areas is visible.
We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode by selecting On when your environment is higher than 3000 feet, or is hotter than 40°C. Next time you turn on the projector, it will show a message pictured below as a reminder during the start-up.
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. Remote paging operations Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using this function. See for details.
PIP (Picture In Picture) operation Your projector is capable of displaying images simultaneously from two input sources, which can be used to enhance your presentation in an interesting way. These functions are available only when the input source is PC and the PIP source is Video or S-Video.
90-second cooling down process. If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, when you attempt to re-start the projector within hours, the fans will run for a few minutes to cool down. Press Power again to start the projector after the fans stop.
On-Screen Display (OSD) menu operation OSD menu system Functions available when receiving different signal types... Main Analog RGB / Menu DVI-A Keystone Brightness Contrast Phase Display H Size Lamp Hour Auto Resize H Position V Position Color Temp Image Information Mirror Source Volume...
Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. There are 10 different menu languages of your choice. See details.
Display menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting / value) Corrects any keystoning of the image. See Keystone for details. Adjusts the brightness of the image. See Brightness for details.
Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting / value) Automatically resizes the input signal pixel resolution to the native Auto Resize resolution of the projector. See (On) details. Adjusts the horizontal position of the projected image. H Position Adjusts the vertical position of the projected image.
DESCRIPTION (default setting / value) The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. Contact your dealer for the ceiling mount bracket Mirror (optional accessory) if you need to install the projector on your ceiling.
User Logo Enables the user to select which logo screen will appear during projector start-up. Three modes are available: Default (BenQ logo), black screen or blue screen. Preset modes are provided so you can optimize your projector image set- Preset Mode up to suit your program type.
This menu allows you to turn on the PIP screen and make various adjustments to the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Selects the source for the PIP image. Auto is the recommended PIP PIP Source source as the projector will search for a suitable signal automatically. (Auto) Press Left/ Medium, Large.
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 and to clean the dust filters to prevent overheating. "Cleaning the lens" Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp and dust filter. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing.
11), and the other is on the left side (see item 16 on page 11). Front filter 1A. Access to the front dust filter is located on the right side of the projector towards the front edge. Use your thumb or finger to pull it out from the side as illustrated in diagram 'A' below.
The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn the power off, allow the projector to cool down before checking that the dust filters are not clogged (page 48). If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer.
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. •...
The internal temperature is too high. Dust filters are clogged. The fans are not working. Turn the projector off, check that the dust filters are clean. If the problem persists, contact qualified service personnel for further help. For more information, refer to Maintenance "Start up"...
Status & Description The projector has just been connected to a power outlet. Stand-by mode. (1) The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process. Or (2) The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off.
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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.
Remedy Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring. Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector if necessary. Remove the lens cover. Clean the lens as described in "Cleaning the lens" on page Remedy Replace the batteries with new ones.
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The computer's external monitor setting is locked in 640 x 480. My Window Media Player program works great on my computer, but the movie window is dark on my projector, while the Media Player tools display Cause The computer external display is set as a secondary display.
Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Resolution Display system Lens F/Number Lamp Electrical Power supply Power consumption Mechanical Weight Input terminal Computer input RGB input DVI-I input Video signal input S-VIDEO VIDEO SD/HDTV signal input...
Dimensions 320 mm (W) x 106 mm (H) x 236 mm (D) Unit: mm Timing chart Supported timing for PC (including DVI-I) input Horizontal Resolution Frequency (kHz) 720 x 400 37.927 *31.469 37.861 640 x 480 37.500 43.269 37.879 48.077 800 x 600 46.875 53.674...
Supported timing for Component-YP Signal Format 480i(525i)@60Hz 480p(525p)@60Hz 576i(625i)@50Hz 576p(625p)@50Hz 720p(750p)@60Hz 720p(750p)@50Hz 1080i(1125i)@60Hz 1080i(1125i)@50Hz Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Horizontal Video mode Frequency (kHz) NTSC SECAM PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 NTSC4.43 Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 15.73 31.47 15.63 31.25 45.00 37.50 33.75 28.13...
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.
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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