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.
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9. Do not place this product on an unstable 11. Do not block the ventilation holes. cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, - Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding sustaining serious damage. or any other soft surface. - Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any other item.
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- Locations where the altitudes are higher than 3000 may cause it to fail. If the projector does m (10000 feet). become wet, disconnect it from the power supply's power outlet and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. 3000 m (10000 feet) (0 feet) 17.
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Risk Group 2 Laser Caution 1. According to the classification of This product belongs to CLASS 1 laser product photobiological safety of light sources and and complies with IEC 60825-1:2014. light source systems, this product is Risk Group 2, IEC 62471-5:2015. 2.
• The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. • *The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed information. Optional accessories • BenQ 3D glasses Introduction...
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Replacing the remote control batteries 1. Open the battery cover, as illustrated. 2. Remove the old batteries (if applicable) and install two AAA batteries. Make sure that the positive and negative ends are positioned correctly, as illustrated. 3. Refit the battery cover until it clicks into place. •...
Controls and functions Remote control All the key presses described in this document POWER are available on the remote control. Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. FOCUS No function. KIDS TV Under ATV source, opens “Kids TV” application. SOURCE Displays the source menu.
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AMAZON PRIME VIDEO VOICE SEARCH / ASSISTANT Under ATV source, opens “Amazon Prime Press and hold to activate the voice assistant Video” application. or voice search. Hold this key and speak to the microphone at the top of the remote ANDROID SETTING control while using voice assistant.
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Remote control POWER All the key presses described in this document are available on the remote control. Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. 2. AUTO The key function is not available with this model. 3. ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio. 4.
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13. DEFAULT 17. LIGHT MODE Resets the current function to default Selects a suitable light source power from factory setting. among the provided modes. 14. MENU 18. ECO BLANK Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) Used to hide the screen picture. menu.
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.
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.
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 A/V device Speakers HDMI cable...
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 blue after power has been applied. 2. Press on the projector or on the remote control to start the projector.
Step 4: Specify Keystone. For more information about keystone, see Correcting keystone. Step 5: Specify Auto Source. Select On if you want the projector to always search for available signals automatically when the projector is turned on. Now you’ve completed the initial setup. 4.
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Step 2: Set up your device There are 3 options to set up your device: • Quick Setup using an Android phone Operation...
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• Using your phone or computer • Using your remote control Step 3: Display Android TV home screen For more information, visit https://support.google.com/androidtv/ Operation...
Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. The OSD screenshots below are for reference only, and may differ from the actual design. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Main menu icon Main menu PICTURE...
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BenQ 2. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Customer Center. 3. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode Recall Code: the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector.
Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go to SYSTEM SETUP: ADVANCED > Password > Power On Lock and press to select Off. The message INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD appears. Enter the current password. • If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the PASSWORD page. You will not have to enter the password next time turning on the projector.
Presenting from a USB flash drive The USB Type-A ports on the projector allow you to browse the image and document files stored on a USB flash drive connected to the projector. It can eliminate the need for a computer source. Supported file formats Video format Audio format...
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• Button functions for viewing video clips Button Description Plays/Pauses the video. Cycles through the video clips. Rewinds/Fast-forwards the video. BACK Goes back to the thumbnail page. • Button functions for viewing pictures Button Description 1. Calls out the function menu. 2.
• Button functions for viewing documents Button Description Scrolls up or down the page. When displaying PowerPoint files, follow the on-screen display to set the way to show the pages. Shutting down the projector 1. Press and a confirmation message will appear prompting you.
Rename User Mode Brightness 0–100 Contrast 0–100 Color 0–100 Tint 0–100 Sharpness 0–15 Gamma 1.8/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.3/2.4/2.5/2.6/ Selection BenQ HDR Brightness -2 – +2 PICTURE Preset/Red Gain/Green Color Gain/Blue Gain/Red Offset/Green Temperature Offset/Blue Offset Color Primary Management Color/Hue/Saturation/Gain Color Enhancer/Flesh Tone/Pixel Advanced...
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Auto/4:3/16:9 High Altitude Mode On/Off Auto Keystone On/Off Keystone Language Background Color Black/Blue/Purple Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 Auto Off min/25 min/30 min Direct Power On On/Off Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/Bott Menu Position om-Right/Bottom-Left Menu Display Always On/5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20...
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Main menu Sub-menu Options Light Source Light Source Timer Settings Auto/RGB Limited/RGB Full/ HDMI Format HDMI Equalizer HDMI EDID HDMI Settings Electronic SYSTEM SETUP: On/Off Control ADVANCED Power On Link Off/From Device Power Off Link Off/From Projector Change Password Password Power On Lock On/Off LED Indicator...
PICTURE menu 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.
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There is one user-definable mode if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User) as a starting point and customize the settings. • Load Settings From 1.
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• Gamma Selection Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness. • 1.8/2.0/2.1/BenQ: Select these values according to your preference. • 2.2/2.3: Increases the average brightness of the picture. Best for a lit environment, meeting room or family room.
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• Color Management The Color Management provides six sets (RGBCMY) of colors to be adjusted. When you select each color, you can independently adjust its range and saturation according to your preference. • Primary Color: Selects a color from among Red, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, or Magenta.
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• 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.
(with 3D game discs), 3D Blu-ray players (with 3D Blu-ray discs), and so on. After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector, wear the BenQ 3D glasses and make sure the power is on to view 3D contents. When watching 3D contents: •...
INSTALLATION menu Projector The projector can be installed behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See Obtaining a preferred projected image size on page Position Motor Focus After entering this menu, use to adjust the focus settings. Adjusts the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion.
Background Sets the background color for the projector. Color Splash Screen Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start-up. Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a Auto Off set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of light source life.
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• HDMI Format: Selects a suitable RGB color range to correct the color accuracy. • Auto: Automatically selects a suitable color range for the incoming HDMI signal. • RGB Limited: Utilizes the Limited range RGB 16-235. • RGB Full: Utilizes the Full range RGB 0-255. •...
INFORMATION menu • Source: Shows the current signal source. • Picture Mode: Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. • Dynamic Range: Shows current dynamic range. • Resolution: Shows the native resolution of the input signal. • Color System: Shows the input system format. Current •...
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. •...
Light source information Getting to know the light source hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of light source usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent light source hour is as follows: Light Source Usage Time = (hours used in Normal mode) + (hours used in Economic mode) + (hours used in SmartEco mode) Total (equivalent) light source hour = 1.0 x (hours used in Normal mode) + 1.0 x (hours used in...
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Indicator Light Status & Description POWER indicator (lights up constantly or flashes repeatedly) Power events Stand-by mode Powering up 0.5s 0.5s 0.5s 0.5s Normal operation Normal power-down cooling 0.5s 0.5s 0.5s 0.5s Lens cover failed Download TI 0.5s 0.5s 0.5s 0.5s Burn-in ON Burn-in OFF...
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.
Weight Please visit below website and choose your country to 10 Kg + 100 g (22.05 + 0.22 lbs) find your service contact window. Output terminals http://www.benq.com/welcome Speaker Transporting 5 watt x 2 Original packing or equivalent is recommended. Audio signal output...
XGA_120 119.989 97.551 115.500 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75.00 67.500 108.000 1024 x 576 BenQ Notebook Timing 60.00 35.820 46.996 1024 x 600 BenQ Notebook Timing 64.995 41.467 51.419 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 45.000 74.250...
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The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphics card limitations. It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen. • Video timings Horizontal Vertical Dot Clock Timing Resolution frequency frequency Frequency (KHz) (Hz) (MHz) 480i 720 (1440) x 480...
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