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BenQ MP782 ST User Manual

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  • Page 1 MP782 ST Digital Projector User Manual Welcome...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Important safety instructions ...3 Introduction...7 Projector features ... 7 Shipping contents... 8 Projector exterior view ... 9 Controls and functions ... 10 Positioning your projector...14 Choosing a location... 14 Obtaining a preferred projected image size ... 15 Connection ...19 Connecting a computer or monitor...

  • Page 3: 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. Safety Instructions Please read this manual before you operate your projector.
  • 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.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    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. • LAN Settings allowing management of projector status from a computer using a web browser •...

  • Page 8: 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 The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated.

  • Page 9: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view Front/upper side Rear/lower side 14 15 Lamp cover External control panel (See "Controls and functions" on page 10 for details.) Vent (heated air exhaust) Quick-release button Lens cover Focus ring Vent (cool air intake) Front IR remote sensor Projection lens AC power jack Kensington anti-theft lock slot...

  • Page 10: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Projector Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image. "Fine-tuning the image clarity" on page 25 POWER indicator light Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. "Indicators" on page 60 MENU/EXIT Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote control FREEZE Freezes the projected image. "Freezing the image" on page 38 ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio. "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 31 CAPTURE This function is not available with the MP7 series models.) BRIGHTNESS Adjusts brightness. "Adjusting Brightness"...
  • Page 12 TIMER ON Activates or displays an on-screen timer based on your own timer setting. "Setting the presentation timer" on page 36 TIMER SET UP Enters presentation timer setting directly. "Setting the presentation timer" on page 36 AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image.

  • Page 13: 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 8 meters (~ 26 feet).

  • Page 14: Positioning Your Projector

    Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit are required for this installation location. Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.

  • Page 15: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size

    BenQ has provided tables of 16:9-aspect-ratio and 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 Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the screen. This is the projection distance. Refer to the table on page average distance from screen column labelled projection distance. Using this value, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding size"...

  • Page 17: Projection Dimensions

    Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 63 calculating the appropriate position. Table A1: The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is 16:9 (a) Screen size Diagonal Height Inches (mm) 1270 2032 2540 1245 3048 1494 3810 1868 4572 2241...
  • Page 18 6858 7620 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 19: 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 20: Connecting A Computer Or Monitor

    Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer The projector can connect to both IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A Mac adapter is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers. To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer: Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output jack of the computer.

  • Page 21: 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 Terminal appearance Reference...

  • Page 22: Connecting A Component Video Source Device

    Connecting a DVI-D device You should use a DVI-D cable when making connection between the projector and DVI-D device. To connect the projector to a DVI-D device: Take a DVI-D cable and connect one end to the DVI-D output port of the video device.
  • Page 23 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: • If it has both jacks, use the S-Video output jack for connection as the S-Video terminal provides better picture quality than the Video terminal. •...

  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation 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 been applied. Please use the original accessories (e.g.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Projected Image

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

  • Page 26: Using The Menus

    Digital Zoom 3D Sync 3D Sync Invert Analog RGB SYSTEM SETUP: Basic Auto Disable MENU Exit English Front Table Disable Disable Disable BenQ MENU Exit Auto Status ENTER Press MENU/ EXIT to the previous Disable page or to exit. MENU Exit...

  • Page 27: Securing The Projector

    Securing the projector 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. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the rear side of the projector.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Disabling The Password Function

    Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings > Power On Lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Press MODE/ ENTER. The message “INPUT PASSWORD” is displayed. Enter the current password. i.

  • Page 30: 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. Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals.

  • Page 31: 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. • Using the remote control Press Digital Zoom+/- to display the Zoom bar. Press Digital Zoom+ to magnify the center of the picture.
  • Page 32 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 • In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas.

  • Page 33: Optimizing The Image

    Optimizing the image 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. To use this function, go to the DISPLAY >...

  • Page 34: Adjusting Brightness

    Press to select a menu item to be changed and adjust the value with "Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes" When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press MODE/ENTER to store the settings. The confirmation message “Setting Saved” is displayed. Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available when User 1 or User 2 is selected.

  • Page 35: Selecting A Color Temperature

    Adjusting 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.

  • Page 36: Setting The Presentation Timer

    Press to highlight Hue and press 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 37 Press to highlight Timer Position and set the timer position by pressing Top-Left Bottom-Left Press to highlight Timer Counting Direction and select your desired counting direction by pressing Selection Description Count Up Increases from 0 to the preset time. Count Down Decreases from the preset time to 0.

  • Page 38: Freezing The Image

    Freezing the image Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image. The word “FREEZE” will be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. To release the function, press any key on the projector or remote control. Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures are running on the video or other device.

  • Page 39: Utilizing Faq Function

    Utilizing FAQ function The INFORMATION menu contains possible solutions to problems regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information. To get the FAQ information: Press on the projector or remote control or press MENU/EXIT to open the OSD menu and press INFORMATION menu.

  • Page 40: Operating In A High Altitude Environment

    Operating in a high altitude environment We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m –3000 m above sea level, and ambient temperature is between 0°C–35°C. Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and ambient temperature is between 0°C and 35°C.

  • Page 41: Personalizing The Projector Menu Display

    Personalizing the projector menu display The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The following settings do not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance. • Menu Display Time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press.

  • Page 42: Controlling The Projector Remotely Through A Web Browser

    If you are in a non-DHCP environment: Repeat steps 1-4 above. Press to highlight DHCP and press Contact your ITS administrator for information on the Projector IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Server settings. Press to select the item you want to modify and press MODE/ENTER. Press to move the cursor and the press To save the settings, press MODE/ENTER.
  • Page 43 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.

  • Page 44: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector Press Power and a confirmation message will be displayed prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. Press Power a second time. The POWER indicator light flashes orange, the projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector.

  • Page 45: Menu Operation

    Menu operation 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 Keystone Position DISPLAY Phase H. Size Digital Zoom 3D Sync 3D Sync Invert Picture Mode...
  • Page 46 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 On/Off Ring Tone On/Off Lamp Mode...
  • Page 47 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 48: Description Of Each Menu

    Description of each menu Function Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not Wall Color white. See There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on Aspect Ratio your input signal source. See details. Corrects any keystoning of the image.

  • Page 49: Function Description

    Function Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Picture Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. See picture mode" on page 33 Selects a picture mode that best suits your need for the image quality Reference and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the Mode...
  • Page 50 Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between Sleep Timer 30 minutes and 12 hours. Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector Splash start-up. The following options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, Screen Blue screen. Operation Description "Switching input signal"...
  • Page 51 Function Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On enables Quick the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal Cooling 90-second duration to approximately 30 seconds. High A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See Altitude altitude environment"...

  • Page 52: Function Description

    Function Closed Caption Enable Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions. • Closed Caption Caption Version Selects a preferred closed captioning mode. To view captions, select CC1, CC2, CC3, or CC4 (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area).
  • Page 53 Function FAQ-Image Installation Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter. FAQ- Features and Service Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. Resolution Current Shows the native resolution of the input signal. System Color System Status...

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    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 and case clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing.

  • Page 55: 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: Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 4/3 (hours used in normal mode) "Setting Lamp Mode as Economic"...

  • Page 56: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp

    Status "Lamp Mode" on "Indicators" on Message Notice Order Replacement Lamp Lamp > 3500 Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Notice Replace Lamp Soon Lamp > 3950 Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Notice Replace Lamp Now Lamp > 4000 Hours Lamp usage time exceeded Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com...

  • Page 57: 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 58 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 59 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 After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
  • Page 60 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. • The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 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. No picture Cause The video source is not turned on or connected correctly. The projector is not correctly connected to the input signal device.

  • Page 62: Specifications

    Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Resolution 1280 x 800 WXGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F = 2.6 Lamp 210 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100–240V, 3.8 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic) Power consumption 315 W (Max);...

  • Page 63: Dimensions

    Dimensions 290 mm (W) x 127.87 mm (H) x 252 mm (D) Ceiling mount installation Ceiling Mount screw: M4 x 8 (Max L = 8 mm) Unit: mm 84.00 145.50 127.87 118.45 163.45 289.98 61.99 71.15 242.04 228.00 282.95 Specifications...

  • Page 64: Timing Chart

    VGA_85 85.008 SVGA_60 60.317 SVGA_72 72.188 SVGA_75 75.000 SVGA_85 85.061 XGA_60 60.004 XGA_70 70.069 XGA_75 75.029 XGA_85 84.997 BenQ 60.0 BenQ 64.995 WXGA_60 59.81 WXGA_75 84.88 WXGA_85 74.934 SXGA_60 60.020 SXGA_75 75.025 SXGA_85 85.024 1280 x 960_60 60.000 1280 x 960_85 85.002...
  • Page 65 Supported timing for DVI-D & HDMI (HDCP) input Resolution Mode VGA_60 VGA_72 640 x 480 VGA_75 VGA_85 SVGA_60 SVGA_72 800 x 600 SVGA_75 SVGA_85 XGA_60 XGA_70 1024 x 768 XGA_75 XGA_85 WXGA_60 1280 x 800 WXGA_75 WXGA_85 SXGA_60 1280 x 1024 SXGA_75 SXGA_85 1280 x 960_60...
  • Page 66 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 Video mode *NTSC SECAM PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 *NTSC4.43...

  • Page 67: 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 68: Regulation Statements

    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.
  • Page 69 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.

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