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User Manual
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  • Page 1 MX808PST Digital Projector User Manual V 1.00...

  • Page 2: Warranty And Copyright Information

    For other information, please visit www.BenQ.com. Copyright Copyright © 2017 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 ....................12 Choosing a location ..........................12 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.

  • 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 Warranty card* Power cord •...

  • Page 8: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view 1. Focus ring 9. USB Type A port (Power for Touch kit) 2. Vent (air exhaust) 10. USB Mini-B port 3. Adjuster feet 11. RGB (PC) signal input jacks 4. Projection lens 12. RGB (PC) signal output jack 5.

  • 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. • The remote control is without laser pointer in Japan INFO 5. Arrow keys ( , POWER When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is Toggles the projector between standby mode...
  • Page 10 6. SOURCE 16. PAGE /PAGE Displays the source selection bar. Operate your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to page 7. ECO BLANK up/down commands (like Microsoft Used to hide the screen picture. PowerPoint). Do not block the projection lens from 17.
  • Page 11 Remote control effective range The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensor(s) to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor(s) should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet). Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor(s) on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam.

  • Page 12: 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 13: 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 14: Adjusting The Projected Image

    • 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 15 The current source information will be displayed in the corner of the screen for 3 seconds. This function is only available when PC signal (analog RGB) is selected. Fine-tuning the image clarity Sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring. Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image becomes a trapezoid due to angled projection.

  • Page 16: 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 Monitor desktop computer Touch module...

  • Page 17: 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 18: 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 the OSD menu, press MENU on the projector or remote control.

  • Page 19: Securing The Projector

    Likewise, when you wish to switch from the Advanced OSD menu to the Basic OSD menu, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to Advanced Menu - System > Menu Settings and press OK. 2. Select Menu Type and OK. 3. Press / to select Basic. Next time when you turn on the projector, you may access the Basic OSD menu by pressing MENU.

  • Page 20: Switching Input Signal

    Please write down the recall code, and contact 2. Write down the number and turn off your projector. BenQ Customer Center. 3. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of Recall Code: purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector.

  • Page 21: Shutting Down The Projector

    • The brightness level of the projected image will change accordingly when you switch between different input signals. • For best display picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at the projector’s native resolution. Any other resolutions will be scaled by the projector depending upon the “aspect ratio” setting, which may cause some image distortion or loss of picture clarity.

  • Page 22: 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 23 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 24: Advanced Menu

    Advanced menu Picture 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 25 Color Temperature There are several preset color temperature settings available. The available settings may vary according to the signal type selected. • Normal: Maintains normal colorings for white. • Cool: Makes images appear bluish white. • Warm: Makes images appear reddish white. Color Temperature Tuning You can also set a preferred color temperature by adjusting the following options.
  • Page 26 Display There are several options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on your input signal source. • Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector's native resolution in its horizontal or vertical width. 15:9 picture • Real: Projects an image as its original resolution and resizes it to fit within the display area.
  • Page 27 This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D contents 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 28 • On: Allows the projector to automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image when PC signal (analog RGB) is selected and AUTO is Auto Signal pressed. Adjustment • Off: The projector will not respond when AUTO is pressed. •...
  • Page 29 Instant Restart Operation Allows you to restart the projector immediately within 90 seconds after turning it Settings off. Security Utilizing the password function on page Settings 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.
  • Page 30 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. Information •...

  • Page 31: 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 32 The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp. Notice Order a replacement lamp Install a new lamp for optimal performance. Press Equivalent lamp hour >XXXX hours dismiss the message. Order a new lamp at www.BenQ.com Maintenance...
  • Page 33 Replace lamp soon diminishes with use. This is normal lamp behavior. You can Equivalent lamp hour >XXXX hours replace the lamp whenever you notice that the brightness level Order a new lamp at www.BenQ.com has significantly diminished. Press to dismiss the message.
  • Page 34 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 35 13. 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. 14. .Connect the power and restart the projector. Resetting the lamp timer 15.
  • Page 36 Indicators Light Status & Description Power events Stand-by mode Powering up Normal operation Normal power-down cooling Download CW start fail Lamp events Lamp error in normal operation Lamp is not lit up Lamp life exhausted Thermal events 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) Thermal sensor 1 open error...

  • Page 37: 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 38: Specifications

    Original packing or equivalent is recommended Repairing Type-A power supply 5V /1.5 A Please visit below website and choose your country to (Optional for PointWrite Touch module) find your service contact window. RS-232 serial control http://www.benq.com/welcome 9 pin x 1 IR receiver x 2 Specifications...

  • Page 39: Dimensions

    Dimensions 296 mm (W) x 120 mm (H) x 239 mm (D) Unit: mm Specifications...

  • Page 40: 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 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...

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