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- Page 1 Digital Projector User Manual MS536 / MX536 / MW536 / MH536 / TH536 V1.00...
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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
Table of Contents Warranty and Copyright information ................2 Important safety instructions ....................4 Introduction .......................... 7 Shipping contents ............................7 Projector exterior view ..........................8 Controls and functions ..........................9 Positioning your projector ....................11 Choosing a location ..........................11 Obtaining a preferred projected image size .................. -
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.
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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 Projector Power cord VGA cable Quick Start Guide Warranty card* Remote control with batteries •... -
Page 8: Projector Exterior View
Projector exterior view 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 1. External control panel 13. S-Video input jack (See Projector & Remote control on page 9 14. HDMI input jack for details.) 15. Audio input jack 2. Lamp cover 16. USB Type A port 3. -
Page 9: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Projector & Remote control All the key presses described in this document are available on the remote control or projector. 5. Arrow keys ( , POWER When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is Toggles the projector between standby mode activated, these keys are used as directional and on. - Page 10 7. OK 14. 3D SETTINGS Confirms the selected On-Screen Display Activates the 3D On-Screen Display (OSD) (OSD) menu item. menu item. Enters the next level of OSD menu. 15. ASPECT 8. AUTO Selects the display aspect ratio. Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image when PC signal Toggles projector audio between on and off.
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Page 11: Positioning Your Projector
Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down in front of the screen. Purchase the upside-down from behind the screen. Note that a BenQ Projector Ceiling/Wall Mount Kit from your special rear projection screen and the BenQ dealer to mount your projector. -
Page 12: 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 13 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 14 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 15 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 16: Mounting The Projector
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 17: Adjusting The Projected Image
Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. You can screw the adjuster feet to fine-tune the horizontal angle. To retract the feet, screw the adjuster feet in a reverse direction. - Page 18 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, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following one of these steps.
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Page 19: 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 Monitor A/V device VGA cable... -
Page 20: Connecting Instashow (Wdc10)
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. Terminal Picture quality Best HDMI Component Video (through RGB Better input) Good S-Video Normal Video Connecting audio... -
Page 21: Operation
Operation Starting up the projector 1. Plug the power cord. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). The power indicator on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. 2. Press on the projector or on the remote control to start the projector. -
Page 22: Using The Menus
Using the menus The projector is equipped with 2 types of On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. • Basic OSD menu: provides primary menu functions. (See Basic menu on page • Advanced OSD menu: provides full menu functions. (See Advanced menu on page To access Basic OSD menu, press MENU on the projector or remote control. - Page 23 If you intend to switch from the Basic OSD menu to the Advanced OSD menu, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Basic Menu > Menu Type and press OK. 2. Press / to select Advanced and press OK. Next time when you turn on the projector, you may access the Advanced OSD menu by pressing MENU.
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Page 24: Securing The Projector
2. Write down the number and turn off your projector. 3. 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 25: Switching Input Signal
Changing the password 1. Go to Advanced Menu - Settings > Security Settings > Change Password and press OK. 2. The message “Input Current Password” appears. 3. Enter the old password. • If the password is correct, another message “Input New Password” appears. •... -
Page 26: Shutting Down The Projector
Shutting down the projector 1. Press on the projector and a confirmation message will appear prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. 2. Press a second time. If you use the remote control, press OFF to turn off the projector. -
Page 27: Menu Operation
Menu operation Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using. 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. - Page 28 Picture Mode • Video: Is appropriate for watching movies in the environment with ambient light. With BenQ unique adjustment technology, it presents the vivid color details in the dynamic images. • sRGB: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life images regardless of brightness setting.
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Page 29: Advanced Menu
Picture Mode • Video: Is appropriate for watching movies in the environment with ambient light. With BenQ unique adjustment technology, it presents the vivid color details in the dynamic images. • sRGB: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life images regardless of brightness setting. - Page 30 This feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant colors in picture. It enables a greater than 50% brightness increase in mid-tone Brilliant Color images, which are common in video and natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors.
- Page 31 Wall Color Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface such as a Advanced painted wall which may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the Color Settings projected picture’s colors to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures.
- Page 32 Adjusts the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion. Test Pattern • Phase: Adjusts the clock phase to reduce image distortion. This function is only available when a PC PC & signal (analog RGB) or YPbPr signal is selected. Component YPbPr Tuning •...
- Page 33 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. HDMI Format • RGB Full: Utilizes the Full range RGB 0-255. •...
- Page 34 Quick Cooling Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will be shortened to a few seconds. If you attempt to restart the projector right after the quick cooling process, it may not be turned on successfully and will rerun its cooling fans. Blank Timer Sets the image blank time when there is no action taken on the blank screen, once elapsed the image will return to the screen.
- Page 35 Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect Baud Rate the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel. Adjusts the equalizer gain settings for an HDMI signal. The higher the setting, the HDMI stronger the gain value.
- Page 36 Information • Native Resolution: Shows the native resolution of the projector. • Detected Resolution: Shows the native resolution of the input signal. • Source: Shows the current signal source. • Picture Mode: Shows the selected mode in the Picture menu. •...
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Page 37: 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 38: 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. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: Lamp hour = Total lamp hour = X (hours used in Normal mode) + Y (hours used in Eco mode) + Z (hours used in SmartEco mode) + A (hours used in new SmartEco) X= lamp life spec of new SmartEco/lamp life spec of Normal mode Y= lamp life spec of new SmartEco/lamp life spec of Eco mode... - Page 39 Timing of replacing the lamp When the Light indicator light lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.
- Page 40 • This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner. • To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement.
- Page 41 6. Insert the new lamp into the lamp compartment and make sure it fits in the projector. 7. Tighten the screws that secure the lamp. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screws. 8.
- Page 42 Indicators Light Status & Description System Messages Stand-by mode Powering up Normal operation Normal power-down cooling Download CW start fail Burn-In Messages Burn-in ON Burn-in OFF Lamp Error Messages Lamp error in normal operation Lamp is not lit up Thermal Error Messages Fan 1 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed) Fan 2 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed) Temperature 1 error (over limited temperature)
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Page 43: 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 44: Specifications
All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution RS-232 serial control MS536: 800 x 600 SVGA 9 pin x 1 MX536: 1024 x 768 XGA MW536: 1280 x 800 WXGA IR receiver x 1 MH536/TH536: 1920 x 1080 1080p Display system Mini-B x 1;... -
Page 45: Dimensions
Dimensions 332.4 mm (W) x 99 mm (H) x 241.3 mm (D) 332.4 Unit: mm Specifications... -
Page 46: 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 1024 x 576 60.0 35.820 46.966 Notebook_timing BenQ 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Notebook_timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 45.000... - Page 47 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 48 • Video timings Supported 3D format Vertical Horizontal Pixel Timing Resolution Frequency Frequency Frequency Frame Frame Side by (Hz) (kHz) (MHz) Sequential Packing Bottom Side 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...