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  • Page 1 W600 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 ...18 Connecting a computer ...

  • 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 up.
  • 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 wall socket 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. • Dual HDMI (v1.3) inputs • Filter free design to lower maintenance and operating costs •...

  • Page 8: Shipping Contents

    Standard accessories The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. Projector (UK) (US) (KOREA) Power cord W600 Video Projector Quick Start Guide 2009 P/N: 4J.J1U01.001 Quick start guide Optional accessories Spare lamp kit Ceiling mount kit *The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions.

  • Page 9: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view Front/upper side Rear/lower side Front IR remote sensor Quick-release button Projection lens External control panel (See "Projector" on page 10 details.) Vent (cool air intake) Audio speaker Focus ring and Zoom ring S-VIDEO input jack VIDEO input jack AUDIO input jack (L) COMPONENT input jacks AUDIO input jack (R)

  • Page 10: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Projector POWER TEMP LAMP POWER indicator light Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. See "Indicators" on page for details. MENU/EXIT Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote control IR transmitter Transmits signal to projector. LED indicator Lights only when the key is pressed POWER ON Turns on the projector. See the projector" on page 24 for details. VIDEO Displays the VIDEO source selection. See "Switching input signal" on page 29 COMP Displays the COMPONENT source selection.

  • Page 12: Remote Control Effective Range

    POWER OFF Turns off the projector. See the projector" on page 42 S-VIDEO Displays the S-VIDEO source selection. See "Switching input signal" on page 29 Displays the PC source selection. See input signal" on page 29 HDMI 2 Displays the HDMI 2 source selection. See "Switching input signal"...

  • Page 13: Replacing The Remote Control Battery

    Replacing the remote control battery Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the supplied batteries taking note of the polarity (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover. • Avoid excessive heat and humidity. •...

  • Page 14: Positioning Your Projector

    Rear Ceiling 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 Mounting Kit are required for this installation location. Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >...

  • Page 15: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size

    BenQ has provided a table of screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. Refer to "W600 projection dimensions" on page 17.
  • Page 16 How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size Select your screen size. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled "16:9 screen". Using this value, look across this row to the right to find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled "Average".

  • Page 17: Dimensions

    6641 3736 There is 5% 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 before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics.

  • Page 18: 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 Video Source Devices

    Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: • HDMI • Component Video • S-Video • 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.

  • Page 20: Connecting Hdmi Source Devices

    Connecting HDMI source devices The projector provides a HDMI input socket that allows you to connect it to a HDMI source device like a DVD player, a DTV tuner or a display. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners, DVD players and displays over a single cable.

  • Page 21: Connecting Component Video Source Devices

    Connecting Component Video source devices Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output sockets available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to a Component Video source device: Take a Component Video cable and connect the end with 3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output sockets of the Video source device.
  • Page 22 Connecting S-Video source devices Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an S-Video source device: Take an S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device.

  • Page 23: Connecting Composite Video Source Devices

    Connecting Composite Video source devices Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output sockets available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to a composite Video source device: Take a Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the Video source device.

  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket 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: Using The Menus

    *The first press leads you back to the main menu and the second press closes the OSD menu. English Front Table Disable Disable Disable BenQ MENU Exit "Kensington anti-theft lock slot" on page 9 Auto Auto Status ENTER Press MENU/...

  • Page 26: Utilizing The Password Function

    Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to page You will be inconvenienced if you activate the power-on lock functionality and subsequently forget the password.

  • Page 27: 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 28: 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. Select Off by pressing . The message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays. Enter the current password. i.

  • Page 29: 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. Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On (which is the default of this projector) if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: Press the quick-release button and lift the front of the projector.

  • Page 31: Correcting Keystone

    Fine-tuning the image size and clarity Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the ZOOM ring. Then sharpen the image by rotating the FOCUS ring. Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom.

  • Page 32: Magnifying And Searching For Details

    Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. For W600, the default aspect ratio is 16:9. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio.
  • Page 33 About the aspect ratio In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas. OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas. Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector's native resolution in its horizontal width.

  • Page 34: 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 color to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures. To use this function, go to the DISPLAY >...

  • Page 35: Adjusting Brightness

    Setting the User 1/User 2 mode There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User 1/User 2) as a starting point and customize the settings. Press MENU/EXIT to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

  • Page 36: Adjusting Color

    Adjusting Color Highlight Color in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing projector or remote control. Lower setting produces less saturated colors. If the setting is too high, colors on the image will be overpowering, which makes the image unrealistic. Adjusting Tint Highlight Tint in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing projector or remote control.
  • Page 37 3D Color Management In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where building external windows allow daylight into the room. Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered.

  • Page 38: Setting The Presentation Timer

    Setting the presentation timer The presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize this function: Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and press MODE/ ENTER to display the Presentation Timer page.

  • Page 39: Hiding The Image

    Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. Press any key on the projector or remote control to restore the image. The word 'BLANK' appears at the lower right corner of the screen while the image is hidden.

  • Page 40: Freezing The Image

    Freezing the image Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image. The word 'FREEZE' will display 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 41: 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. INPUT SOURCE Computer HDMI 1/2 Component...

  • Page 42: 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 43: Menu Operation

    Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu Wall Color Aspect Ratio Auto Keystone Keystone DISPLAY Position Phase H. Size Digital Zoom Picture Mode Reference Mode Dynamic/Standard/sRGB/Cinema Brightness Contrast Color...
  • Page 44 Rear Ceiling/Front Ceiling Menu display 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/ time 25 sec/30 sec Center/Top-left/Top-right/Bottom- Menu position 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 BenQ/Black/Blue...
  • Page 45 Quick Cooling High Altitude Mode Audio Settings Mute Lamp Settings SYSTEM SETUP: Security Advanced Settings Baud Rate Test Pattern Closed Caption Reset All Settings 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 46: Description Of Each Menu

    Description of each menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is Wall Color not white. See There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on Aspect Ratio your input signal source. See for details.
  • Page 47 Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Picture Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. "Selecting a picture mode" on page 34 Selects a picture mode that most suits your need for the image quality Reference and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the same page below.
  • Page 48 Sleep Timer 30 minutes and 12 hours. Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector Splash start-up. Four options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, or Blue Screen screen. Operation "Setting the presentation timer" on page 38 "Using the menus"...
  • Page 49 Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will be shortened to a few seconds. Quick Cooling 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.
  • Page 50 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION 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 51: 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 clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing.

  • Page 52: 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) + 4/2.5 (hours used in normal mode) "Setting Lamp mode as Economic"...

  • Page 53: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp

    The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally. for a replacement lamp. Message Notice Order Replacement Lamp Lamp > 3500 Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Notice Notice Notice "Indicators" on Replacing Lamp soon Lamp > 3950 Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com...

  • Page 54: Replacing The Lamp

    • To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the wall socket. If the lamp is hot, avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled.
  • Page 55 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 56 Resetting the lamp timer After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page displays. Press highlight Reset lamp timer and press MODE/ENTER. A warning message displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer.

  • Page 57: Indicators

    Indicators Light Power Temp Lamp Power events Orange Green Flashing Green Orange Flashing Lamp events Orange Flashing Thermal events Green Orange Green Orange Green Green Green System events Green Green Green Green Orange Status & Description Stand-by mode Powering up Normal operation The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off.

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause There is no power from the power cable. 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 59: Specifications

    Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Digital Projector Model name W600 Optical Resolution 720p, 1280 x 720 Display system 1-CHIP DMD F = 2.55 to 2.72, Lens F/Number f = 21.35 to 24.49 mm...

  • Page 60: Dimensions

    Dimensions 306 mm (W) x 97 mm (H) x 216 mm (D) 306.00 55.20 Ceiling Mount Installation * Ceiling Mount Screws: M4 x 14 (Max. L=14, Min. L=12) 106.09 109.22 Unit: mm Specifications...

  • Page 61: Timing Chart

    Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 31.469 37.861 640 x 480 37.500 43.269 720 x 400 37.927 35.2 37.879 800 x 600 48.077 46.875 53.674 48.363 56.476 1024 x 768 60.023 68.667 49.7 1280 x 800 62.8 71.554 63.981...
  • Page 62 Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 55.935 1440 x 900 70.635 1400 x 1050 65.317 1600 x 1200 75.000 640 x 480@67Hz 35.000 832 x 624@75Hz 49.722 1024 x 768@75Hz 60.240 1152 x 870@75Hz 68.68 1024 x 576@60Hz 35.82 1024 x 600@60Hz 37.32 Specifications Vertical...
  • Page 63 Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input Signal Format Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 480i(525i)@60Hz 15.73 480p(525p)@60Hz 31.47 576i(625i)@50Hz 15.63 576p(625p)@50Hz 31.25 720p(750p)@60Hz 45.00 720p(750p)@50Hz 37.50 1080i(1125i)@60Hz 33.75 1080i(1125i)@50Hz 28.13 1080P@60Hz 67.5 1080P@50Hz 56.26 Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.
  • Page 64 Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 720 x 400 37.927 31.469 37.861 640 x 480 37.500 43.269 35.2 37.879 800 x 600 48.077 46.875 53.674 48.363 56.476 1024 x 768 60.023 68.667 49.7 1280 x 800 62.8 71.554 63.981...
  • Page 65 Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 1400 x 1050 65.317 1600 x 1200 75.000 640 x 480@67Hz 35.000 832 x 624@75Hz 49.722 1024 x 768@75Hz 60.241 1152 x 870@75Hz 68.68 31.47 31.25 37.50 45.00 VIDEO 28.13 33.75 67.5 56.26 1080P@24Hz 1080P@25Hz 28.12 1080P@30Hz 33.75 Displaying a 1080i_50 or 1080i_60 signal may result in slight image vibration.

  • Page 66: 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 67: 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 68 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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