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Home Entertainment Series l TK810
V1.01

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  • Page 1 Digital Projector User Manual Home Entertainment Series l TK810 V1.01...

  • Page 2: Warranty And Copyright Information

    For other information, please visit www.BenQ.com. Copyright Copyright © 2020 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Fine-tuning the image size and clarity ....................17 Correcting keystone ..........................17 BenQ Launcher ........................19 The BenQ Launcher home page ...................... 19 Navigating the BenQ Launcher home page ................... 20 Using Voice Assistant ..........................20 Using BenQ Launcher Settings ...................... 21 Connection .......................... 22 Wireless Connections..........................

  • Page 4: 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. 1.
  • Page 5 9. Never replace the lamp assembly or any 13. Always place the projector on a level, electronic components unless the projector is horizontal surface during operation. unplugged. - Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back.
  • Page 6 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector. outlet and call BenQ to have the projector - Locations where temperatures may become serviced. excessively high, such as the inside of a car with all windows rolled up.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction 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 Remote control with Projector User manual CD batteries Quick start guide and Warranty card* Power cord USB wireless dongle •...

  • Page 8: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view 1. Lamp cover 13. USB Mini-B port (for firmware upgrades) 2. Projection lens 14. USB Type-A port (USB 3.0: 5V 1.5A media reader/drive, firmware download) 3. Adjuster feet 15. HDMI 1/ HDMI 2 input port (Version 2.0b) 4.

  • Page 9: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Projector & Remote control 1. OK All the key presses described in this document Used to confirm the selection on the BenQ are available on the remote control or projector. Launcher menu. Power Turns the projector off and on after initial startup.
  • Page 10 12. Microphone Home* Receives voice command. Press this key to enter the BenQ Launcher home menu. 13. LED Indicator Flashes when the key is pressed or when doing Menu* Bluetooth Remote Control Pairing. Launches the Apps related settings when operating in All Apps.

  • Page 11: Positioning Your Projector

    1. If this is the first time you turn on the projector, the first step in setup wizard will guide you to select a setting. See Starting up the projector. 2. From BenQ Launcher home page, go to Settings > Preference > Installation > Projector installation and select a setting. Positioning your projector...

  • Page 12: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size

    If you use a non-BenQ brand projector mounting kit, there is a safety risk that the projector may fall down due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws.
  • Page 13 • Take necessary procedures to prevent the projector from falling off such as during an earthquake. • The warranty doesn’t cover any product damage caused by mounting the projector with a non-BenQ brand projector mounting kit.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Installing the USB wireless dongle Follow the illustrations below to install the USB wireless dongle. Make sure that the lamp cover is installed back after the USB wireless dongle is plugged. Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover open.
  • Page 15 Step 1: Select Projector installation. For more information about projector position, see Choosing a location. Step 2: Select Language. Step 3: Configure the Remote Control Pairing Press Home and Menu on the remote control at the same time for at least 3 seconds until the LED Indicator is flashing for pairing.

  • Page 16: Shutting Down The Projector

    Step 6: Select Time Zone. Step 7: Read Privacy Policy and press OK. You’ve completed the setup wizard; you may now connect a device to the projector to project video. Connection on page 22 for more information. • Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cord) to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire. •...

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Projected Image

    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 adjust the Keystone: 1. Select Settings from BenQ Launcher and press OK, or press on the remote control or the projector.
  • Page 18 • To correct keystoning at the top of the image, use on your remote control. • To correct keystoning at the bottom of the image, use on your remote control. • To return to default keystone settings press button on your remote control You may only make these adjustments if Auto Keystone is disabled in the Installation menu.

  • Page 19: Benq Launcher

    BenQ Launcher is the projector’s operating system that allows you to project wirelessly, play media files or streaming apps, as well as adjust projector settings. Use your remote control to operate BenQ Launcher functions. The projector’s control panel keys are limited to control projector functions.

  • Page 20: Navigating The Benq Launcher Home Page

    Navigating the BenQ Launcher home page 1. From BenQ Launcher home page, press / / / on your remote control to select the desired function and press OK. 2. Follow on-screen instructions for further operations. Using the app shortcuts Press the down...

  • Page 21: Using Benq Launcher Settings

    Using the Settings on page Typing texts Various menus within BenQ Launcher may require to input text. To input text in a text field: 1. Select the text field where you want to input text. 2. Press OK, and a full alphanumeric keyboard will appear on screen.

  • Page 22: Connection

    Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. Notebook or desktop computer A/V device 12V Trigger for screen control HDMI cable...

  • Page 23: Wireless Connections

    1. Power on the projector (see Starting up the projector on page 14). 2. On the home page of BenQ Launcher interface, select Wireless Network Setting and press OK to access the wireless settings. 3. Select Wireless Network and press OK to enable wireless network.
  • Page 24 Available Networks to return to the list of SSIDs. 6. Once you have successfully connected to the wireless AP a wireless connection icon will appear at the top right corner of BenQ Launcher interface. You can now connect your devices wirelessly to the projector to project videos.
  • Page 25 ® Wireless Projection for iOS & macOS To connect an iOS device to the projector and project video via AirPlay: 1. On the home page of BenQ Launcher interface, select Wireless Projection for iOS & macOS and press OK. 2. On your iOS mobile device’s wireless menu connect to the wireless network shown on the Wireless Projection for iOS &...
  • Page 26 Wireless Projection for Android™ To connect an Android™ device to the projector and project video: 1. On the home page of BenQ Launcher interface, select Wireless Projection for Android™ and press OK. 2. On your Android mobile device’s wireless menu connect to the wireless network shown on the Wireless Projection for Android™...
  • Page 27 Wireless Projection for PC To connect a PC to the projector and project video: 1. On the home page of BenQ Launcher interface, select Wireless Projection for PC and press OK. 2. On your PC’s wireless menu connect to the...

  • Page 28: Wireless Hotspot

    The projector will have no access to the Internet while in wireless hotspot mode. To create a wireless hotspot: 1. On the home page of BenQ Launcher interface, select Settings and press OK. 2. Select Hotspot and press OK.
  • Page 29 5. Once wireless hotspot is enabled, use the name shown in the Hotspot Name field as the SSID to connect to from your mobile device’s wireless menu, enable Show Password to use the password shown in the Hotspot Password field as the connection password. 6.

  • Page 30: Bluetooth Connections

    Bluetooth Connections Connect to a Bluetooth-enabled speaker or headphones to output audio directly for greater sound particularly in outdoor settings. Pairing/Connecting to a Bluetooth speaker or headphones Pairing is the process by which your projector creates a connection to a Bluetooth speaker or headphones for the first time.
  • Page 31 6. Select the new speaker or headphones from the Available Device list in the Bluetooth setting menu and press OK. • If you are unable to find the speaker or headphones from the list of Bluetooth devices on the first try, ensure that pairing mode is activated on the device, then select Scan for devices in the Bluetooth setting menu to restart the scanning process.

  • Page 32: Usb Connections

    USB Connections USB source allows you to access images, videos, and audio files for projection via internal memory or a USB flash drive. To access the USB source in the BenQ Launcher home page press the down button on your remote control, and then select USB.

  • Page 33: Software Update

    Settings > General > About menu, as a reminder that a newer version of firmware is available on the BenQ OTA server. Users can use the Software Update > Update function in the Settings > General > About menu to upgrade the system at any time.

  • Page 34: Navigating The Settings

    Navigating the Settings To let you make various adjustments or settings on the projector, its wireless connections, and the projected image, BenQ Launcher provides a Settings menu. To access the Settings, press , or select Settings from BenQ Launcher home page.

  • Page 35: General

    General • Wireless Network Setting: Enables Wireless Network Setting for the projector. See Connecting the projector to a wireless network on page 23. • Speed Test: Tests the speed of the projector’s Internet connection. • Diagnosing: Diagnoses the status of the projector’s Internet connection. •...
  • Page 36 • Reset All Settings: Returns all settings to the factory preset values. When QOTA icon displays in BenQ Launcher hoem page, it indicates that a newer version of the projector's firmware is available. In such circumstances, users can click this icon to start the firmware update. QOTA icon will disappear once the projector is updated with the latest version of firmware.

  • Page 37: Display

    Display Picture mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal picture type. • Bright: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in well lit rooms.
  • Page 38 • Sharpness: The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. Advanced • Gamma Selection: Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness. Choose a preferred gamma mode from among 1.8/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.3/2.4/2.5/2.6/BenQ. Navigating the Settings...
  • Page 39 • HDR Brightness: The projector can automatically adjust the brightness levels of your image according to the input source. You can also manually select a brightness level to display better picture quality. When the value is higher, the image becomes brighter; when the value is lower, the image becomes darker. •...
  • Page 40 • CinemaMaster • Color Enhancer: Allows you to fine-tune the saturation of colors with larger flexibility. It modulates complex color algorithms to flawlessly render saturated colors, fine gradients, intermediate hues and subtle pigments. • Flesh Tone: Provides a smart adjustment of hue only for calibrating people's skin color, not other colors in the image.
  • Page 41 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 42: Preference

    Preference Allows you to edit Shortcut or Settings displayed in BenQ Launcher home page. • Shortcut: Edits to adjust or show/hide apps for Shortcut displayed in BenQ Launcher. Home Screen • Auto: When Auto is On, the system will edit Shortcut apps automatically.
  • Page 43 • Projector installation: The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. • Test Pattern: Adjusts the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion. •...
  • Page 44 • HDMI Format Selects a suitable color format to optimize display quality. • Auto: Automatically selects a suitable color space and gray level for the incoming HDMI signal. • RGB Limited: Utilizes the Limited range RGB 16-235. • RGB Full: Utilizes the Full range RGB 0-255. •...

  • Page 45: Other Menus

    BenQ Smart Control app on your smart phone. If you are unable to install the BenQ Smart Control app, make sure your smart phone is allowed to install of apps from sources other than the Play Store or App Store.

  • Page 46: Maintenance

    Maintenance Care of the projector Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Please be sure to turn off the projector and let it cool down completely before cleaning the lens. • Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. •...
  • Page 47 OSD menu since projector system calculates Time used for each lamp mode in "Minutes" then rounds down to an integer in hours shown in OSD. To obtain the light hour information: 1. From BenQ Launcher home page, go to Settings > Display > Light and press OK. The Light page appears. 2. Press to select Light Timer and press OK.
  • Page 48 The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp. It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item. The lamp brightness diminishes with use. This is normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp whenever you notice that the brightness level has significantly diminished.
  • Page 49 3. Remove the lamp cover from the projector. • Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover open. • Do not insert your fingers between the lamp and the projector. The sharp edges inside the projector may cause injuries 4.
  • Page 50 13. Put the safety mylar back to the top. 14. Replace the lamp cover on the projector. 15. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp cover. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screw. 16.
  • Page 51 Indicators Light Status & Description System events System is in stand-by mode System is powering up System is under normal operation System is cooling down Downloading Colorwheel start fail Scaler reset fail Lamp life exhausted Lamp door is not closed Burn-In events Burn-in on Burn-in off...

  • Page 52: 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 power outlet. If There is no power from the power cord. the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched Attempting to turn the projector on again during Wait until the cooling down process has completed.

  • Page 53: Specifications

    Please visit below website and choose your country to Audio signal output find your service contact window. PC audio jack x 1 http://www.benq.com/welcome SPDIF to optical x 1 Control Type-A (USB 3.0) x 1: Media reader/drive, Firmware download (5V 1.5A) Type-A (USB 2.0) x 1: Power supply (5V, 2.5A)

  • Page 54: Dimensions

    Dimensions 380 mm (W) x 128 mm (H) x 267 mm (D) Unit: mm Specifications...

  • Page 55: Timing Chart

    1024 x 768 XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.500 XGA_120 (Reduce 119.989 97.551 115.5 Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 BenQ Notebook 1024 x 576@60Hz 60.00 35.820 46.996 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600@65Hz 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 45.000...
  • Page 56 The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphic card limitations. It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen. • Video timings Supported 3D format Horizontal Vertical Dot Clock Timing Resolution Frequency Frequency Frequency Frame Side by Side...

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