BenQ MP776 User Manual
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- Page 1 MP776/MP777 MP776/MP777 MP776/MP777 MP776/MP777 Digital Projector Digital Projector Digital Projector Digital Projector User Manual User Manual User Manual User Manual Welcome...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents Table of contents Table of contents Important safety Important safety Important safety Important safety instructions ... instructions instructions instructions ...3 3 3 3 Introduction... Introduction ...7 7 7 7 Introduction Introduction Projector features ... 7 Shipping contents... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 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. - Page 4 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 5 Safety Instructions (Continued) Do not place this projector in any of the following environments. - Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector. - Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as the inside of a car with all windows rolled - Locations where excessive humidity,...
- Page 6 Liquids spilled into the projector may cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power supply's power outlet and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation.
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Page 7: Introduction
Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Projector features Projector features Projector features 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. • LAN Settings allowing management of projector status from a computer using a web browser •... -
Page 8: Shipping Contents
Shipping contents Shipping contents Shipping contents 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 Standard accessories Standard accessories Standard accessories The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. -
Page 9: Projector Exterior View
Projector exterior view Projector exterior view Projector exterior view Projector exterior view Front/upper side Front/upper side Front/upper side Front/upper side Rear/lower side Rear/lower side Rear/lower side Rear/lower side External control panel (See "Controls and functions" on page 10 for details.) Lamp cover Vent (heated air exhaust) Quick-release button... -
Page 10: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Controls and functions Controls and functions Controls and functions Projector Projector Projector Projector 1. 1. 1. 1. Focus ring Focus ring Focus ring Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image. "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 24 2. -
Page 11: Introduction
Remote control Remote control Remote control Remote control 1. 1. 1. 1. FREEZE FREEZE FREEZE FREEZE Freezes the projected image. "Freezing the image" on page 37 2. 2. 2. 2. ASPECT ASPECT ASPECT ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio. "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 30 3. -
Page 12: Operating The Laser Pointer
TIMER ON TIMER ON TIMER ON TIMER ON Activates or displays an on-screen timer based on your own timer setting. "Setting the presentation timer" on page 35 TIMER SET UP TIMER SET UP TIMER SET UP TIMER SET UP Enters presentation timer setting directly. "Setting the presentation timer"... - Page 13 Remote control effective range Remote control effective range 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.
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Page 14: Positioning Your Projector14 14 14
Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen. Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit are required for this installation location. Set Rear Ceiling Rear Ceiling Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Rear Ceiling Basic >... -
Page 15: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image 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 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). - Page 16 For example, if you are using an 120-inch screen, the recommended projection distance is 4246 mm and the vertical offset is 137 mm. How to determine the recommended screen size for a How to determine the recommended screen size for a How to determine the recommended screen size for a How to determine the recommended screen size for a given distance...
- Page 17 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.
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Page 18: Connection
Connection Connection Connection Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: Turn all equipment off before making any connections. Use the correct signal cables for each source. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. • In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents"... -
Page 19: Connecting A Computer Or Monitor
Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer Connecting a computer Connecting a computer Connecting a computer The projector can connect to both IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A Mac adapter (an optional accessory) is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers. -
Page 20: Connecting Video Source Devices
Connecting video source devices Connecting video source devices Connecting video source devices Connecting video source devices 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. The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the projector and the video source device as described below: Terminal... - Page 21 Connecting an HDMI device Connecting an HDMI device Connecting an HDMI device Connecting an HDMI device You should use an HDMI cable when making connection between the projector and HDMI devices. To connect the projector to an HDMI device: To connect the projector to an HDMI device: To connect the projector to an HDMI device: To connect the projector to an HDMI device: Take an HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI-output port of the video...
- Page 22 Connecting an S-Video/Composite Video source device Connecting an S-Video/Composite Video source device Connecting an S-Video/Composite Video source device Connecting an S-Video/Composite Video source device Examine your video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video/Video output jack available: •...
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Page 23: Operation
Operation Operation Operation Operation Starting up the projector Starting up the projector Starting up the projector Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has light light... -
Page 24: Adjusting The Projected Image
signal which is compatible with the projector's resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting. See "Timing chart" on page 62 Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle Adjusting the projection angle Adjusting the projection angle Adjusting the projection angle... -
Page 25: Using The Menus
Digital Zoom Analog RGB SYSTEM SETUP: Basic Auto MENU Exit SYSTEM SYSTEM SYSTEM English Front Table Disable Disable Disable BenQ MENU Exit Auto Status ENTER Press MENU/ EXIT to the previous page or to exit. MENU Exit Press to highlight Language... -
Page 26: Securing The Projector
Securing the projector Securing the projector Securing the projector Securing the projector Using a security cable lock Using a security cable lock Using a security cable lock Using a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a lock, such as the Kensington lock, to secure the projector. -
Page 27: Auto
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 28: Correcting Keystone
Disabling the password function Disabling the password function Disabling the password function Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced Settings > > > > Power On Lock Settings Power On Lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Press MODE/ Settings Settings Power On Lock... -
Page 29: Switching Input Signal
Switching input signal Switching input signal Switching input signal Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen at a time. When starting up, the projector automatically search for the available signals. -
Page 30: Magnifying And Searching For Details
Magnifying and searching for details Magnifying and searching for details Magnifying and searching for details Magnifying and searching for details If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the direction arrow keys for navigating the picture. •... - Page 31 Press to highlight Aspect Ratio Press to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements. About the aspect ratio About the aspect ratio About the aspect ratio About the aspect ratio • In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas.
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Page 32: Optimizing The Image
Optimizing the image Optimizing the image Optimizing the image Optimizing the image Using Wall Color Using Wall Color Using Wall Color Using Wall Color In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture’s colors to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures. -
Page 33: Adjusting Brightness
This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode sub-menu item. Press / / / / to select a picture mode that is closest to your need. Press to select a menu item to be changed and adjust the value with "Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes"... - Page 34 Adjusting Brilliant Color Adjusting Brilliant Color Adjusting Adjusting Brilliant Color Brilliant Color 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 images, which are common in video and natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors.
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Page 35: Setting The Presentation Timer
Press to highlight Hue include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors. Please refer to the illustration to the right for how the colors relate to each other. For example, if you select Red and set its range at 0, only pure red in the projected picture will be selected. - Page 36 Press to highlight Timer Position Top-Left Top-Left Top-Left Top-Left Press to highlight Timer Counting Direction direction by pressing Selection Count Up Count Down Press to highlight Sound Reminder reminder by pressing last 30 seconds of counting down/up, and a triple beep sound will be produced when the timer is up.
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Page 37: Freezing The Image
Freezing the image Freezing the image Freezing the image Freezing the image Press FREEZE FREEZE FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the FREEZE image. The word “FREEZE FREEZE” will display in the upper FREEZE FREEZE left corner of the screen. To release the function, press any key on the projector or remote control. -
Page 38: Locking Control Keys
Locking control keys Locking control keys Locking control keys Locking control keys With the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the Panel Key Lock control keys on the projector will operate except Press on the projector or remote control or go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic... -
Page 39: Adjusting The Sound
Adjusting the sound Adjusting the sound Adjusting the sound Adjusting the sound The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speakers. Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See for how the audio input is connected. -
Page 40: Controlling The Projector Through A Lan Environment
Controlling the projector through a Lan Controlling the projector through a Lan Controlling the projector through a Lan Controlling the projector through a Lan environment environment environment environment Lan Control Settings allow you to manage the projector from a computer using a web Lan Control Settings Lan Control Settings Lan Control Settings... - Page 41 Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Once you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby mode, you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projector.
- Page 42 The tools page allows you to manage the projector, configure the Lan control settings and secure access of remote network operation on this projector. i. You can name the projector, keep track of its location and the person in charge of ii.
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Page 43: Shutting Down The Projector
Shutting down the projector Shutting down the projector Shutting down the projector Shutting down the projector Press Power Power Power Power and a confirmation message will display prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. Press Power Power a second time. -
Page 44: Menu Operation
Menu operation Menu operation Menu operation Menu operation Menu system Menu system Menu system Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using. Main menu Sub-menu Wall Color Aspect Ratio Auto Keystone... - Page 45 Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/ Menu Position Bottom-Right/Bottom-Left Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/30 min Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/30 min On/Off Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/8 hr/12 hr Black/Blue/BenQ On/Off On/Off Mute On/Off Volume Power on/off ring On/Off tone On/Off Lamp Mode...
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Page 46: Advanced Settings
Main menu Sub-menu Closed Caption SYSTEM SETUP: Lan Control Settings Advanced Reset All Settings FAQ-Image and Installation FAQ-Features and Service INFORMATION Current System Status 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. -
Page 47: Magnifies Or Reduces The Projected Image Size
Description of each menu Description of each menu Description of each menu Description of each menu Function (Default setting/value) Wall Color Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See (Off) There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on Aspect Ratio your input signal source. -
Page 48: Color Space
Function (default setting/value) Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video Color image. See Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See Tint on page 33 Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See Sharpness Sharpness"... -
Page 49: Function Description
12 hours. Disable Splash Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector Screen start-up. The following options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, Blue screen. (BenQ logo) Quick Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On... -
Page 50: Monitor Out
Function (default setting / value) Selecting On signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER 1 Standby correctly connected to devices. See Monitor Out for how to make the connection. (Off) Lamp Mode (Normal) Lamp Mode Lamp Mode Lamp Mode Reset lamp timer Reset lamp timer... -
Page 51: Lan Control
Function (default setting / value) Control By (RS232) Control By Control By Control By DHCP (On) DHCP DHCP DHCP Projector IP Address Projector IP Address Projector IP Address Projector IP Address Subnet Mask Subnet Mask Subnet Mask Subnet Mask Lan Control Default Gateway Default Gateway Default Gateway... -
Page 52: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Care of the projector Care of the projector Care of the projector 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 and case clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. -
Page 53: Lamp Information
Lamp information Lamp information Lamp information Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour Getting to know the lamp hour Getting to know the lamp hour 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. - Page 54 50), you may continue to "Indicators" on Message Notice Order Replacement Lamp Lamp > 2500 Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Notice Replace Lamp Soon Lamp > 2950 Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Notice Replace Lamp Now Lamp >...
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Page 55: Replacing The Lamp
Replacing the lamp Replacing the lamp Replacing the lamp 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 56 Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector. • 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 57 Tighten the screws that secure the lamp cover. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screw. Connect the power and restart the projector. Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. Resetting the lamp timer Resetting the lamp timer Resetting the lamp timer...
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Page 58: Indicators
Indicators Indicators Indicators Indicators Light Orange Green Flashing Green Orange Flashing Orange Flashing Green Orange Green Orange Green Green Green Green Orange Orange Orange Green Orange Orange Green Green Green Maintenance Status & Description Power events Stand-by mode. Powering up. Normal operation. -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. The projector does not turn on. The projector does not turn on. The projector does not turn on. Cause There is no power from the power cord. Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process. -
Page 60: Projector Specifications
Specifications Specifications Specifications Specifications Projector specifications Projector specifications Projector specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F = 2.59-2.92 Lamp 280 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100–240V, 4.2 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic) Power consumption... -
Page 61: Dimensions
Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions 290 mm (W) x 94 mm (H) x 252 mm (D) Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount screw: M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm) 84.00 145.50 Unit: mm 289.98 61.99... -
Page 62: Timing Chart
Timing chart Timing chart Timing chart Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Supported timing for PC input Supported timing for PC input Supported timing for PC input Resolution 720 x 400 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 1024 1280 x 960... - Page 63 Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input - MP776 Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input - MP776 Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input - MP776 Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input - MP776 Resolution Mode 720 x 400 720 x 400_70...
- Page 64 Supported timing for Component-YP Supported timing for Component-YP Supported timing for Component-YP 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 1080p@60Hz 1080p@50Hz Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs...
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Page 65: 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 66: Regulation Statements
Regulation statements Regulation statements Regulation statements Regulation statements FCC statement FCC statement FCC statement FCC statement CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not CLASS B CLASS B CLASS B installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. - Page 67 7500K and 9300K), with a wide range of contrast levels. • BenQ's multimedia monitors and projectors usually have one or two speakers for audio performance which allow users (including hearing impaired) to interact with the computer systems connected. Speaker controls are typically located on the front-panel.