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BenQ MX760 User Manual

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  • Page 1 MX760/MX761 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ............15 Specifications ....70 Connection .......17 Projector specifications......70 Connecting video source devices..18 Dimensions...........71 Playing sound through the projector . 19 Ceiling mount installation....71 Timing chart.........72 Operation ......21 Warranty and Copyright Starting up the projector..... 21 Adjusting the projected image .... 22 information .......75...

  • 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.
  • Page 4 The only user serviceable part is the lamp which has its own removable cover. Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers.
  • Page 5 Always place the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation. - Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle - Locations near fire alarms of more than 15 degrees front to back.
  • Page 6 We want you to have a pleasant physical damage to the projector, doing experience using your BenQ projector, so may result in accidents and possible so we need to bring this safety matter to injury. your attention to prevent possible damage to person and property.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    • USB TYPE-A jack to present images stored on a USB flash drive • 3D function to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images • Filter free design to lower maintenance and operating costs •...

  • 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

    Audio (L/R) input jacks Audio input jack Audio output jack Microphone jack 12V DC output terminal Used to trigger external devices such as an electric screen or light control, etc. Consult your dealer for how to connect these devices. Introduction...

  • Page 10: Controls And Functions

    Projector TEMPerature warning light Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too high. LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Locks the buttons on the projector. menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, When the On-Screen Display (OSD) exits and saves menu settings. menu is activated, the #5, #15 and #16 BLANK buttons are used as directional arrows to Used to hide the screen image.
  • Page 12 See the warning messages on the back of the remote control prior to using it. The laser pointer is not a toy. Parents should be mindful of the dangers of laser energy and keep this remote control out of the reach of children.

  • Page 13: Remote Control Effective Range

    Replacing the remote control batteries To open the battery cover, turn the remote control over to view its back, push on the finger grip on the cover and slide it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. The cover will slide off.

  • Page 14: Positioning Your Projector

    Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment.

  • Page 15: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size

    Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors in the projected image size. Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 71 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position.

  • Page 16: Shifting The Projection Lens

    To shift the projection lens, open the flap on the side of the projector to expose an access (a deep hole) to the lens shift device. Insert a screwdriver to touch the device, and then rotate the screwdriver clockwise or counterclockwise until the screen is positioned where you want •...

  • Page 17: Connection

    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" on page 8). They are commercially available from electronics stores.

  • Page 18: Connecting Video Source Devices

    Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook.

  • Page 19: Playing Sound Through The Projector

    AUDIO OUT socket of the projector. If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector.
  • Page 20 • You might get feedback noise from the microphone when you are too close to the speaker of the projector. Move the microphone away from the speaker of the projector. The greater volume you require, the greater distance you need to be away from the speaker to prevent the noise.

  • Page 21: Operation

    "Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone" on page 37 details. If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90 seconds before energizing the lamp. If the projector is activated for the first time, select your OSD language following the on- screen instructions.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Auto-adjusting the image In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the projector or remote control. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best picture quality.

  • Page 23: Correcting Keystone

    It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, if you want the projector to automatically correct image keystoning, be sure the Auto Keystone function in the DISPLAY menu is On.

  • Page 24: Using The Menus

    Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Main menu icon DISPLAY Main menu Wall Color Aspect Ratio Auto Auto Keystone Keystone...

  • Page 25: 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 26: If You Forget The Password

    PASSWORD message follows. You can retry by entering another six-digit password, or if you did not record the password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use the password recall procedure. See "Entering the password recall procedure" on page 26 for details.

  • Page 27: Disabling The Password Function

    You can press MENU/EXIT to cancel the change or try another password. Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should you ever need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password.

  • Page 28: Switching Input Signal

    When starting up, the projector automatically searches 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 29: Magnifying And Searching For Details

    Selecting the aspect ratio The “aspect ratio” is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and some computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio.
  • Page 30 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...

  • Page 31: Optimizing The Image

    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 1/2) as a starting point and customize the settings.

  • Page 32: Adjusting Brightness

    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. Based on your needs, you can make adjustments to these functions by highlighting them and pressing on the projector or remote control.
  • Page 33 If you have purchased a test disc which contains various color test patterns and can be used to test the color presentation on monitors, TVs, projectors, etc, you can project any image from the disc on the screen and enter the 3D Color Management menu to make adjustments.

  • Page 34: Setting The Presentation Timer

    Highlight Timer Period and decide the time period by pressing . The length of time can be set from 1 to 5 minutes in 1-minute increments and 5 to 240 minutes in 5- minute increments. If the timer is already on, the timer will restart whenever the Timer Period is reset.

  • Page 35: Remote Paging Operations

    Timer menu to let the projector return the image automatically after a period of time when there is no action taken on the blank screen. The length of time can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments.

  • Page 36: Locking Control Keys

    –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. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode on under such a condition.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Sound

    Power On/Off Ring Tone and press to select Off. The only way to change Power On/Off Ring Tone is setting On or Off here. Setting the sound mute or changing the sound level will not affect the Power On/Off Ring Tone.

  • Page 38: Controlling The Projector Through A Lan Environment

    Cable connection If you are in a DHCP environment: Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the RJ45 LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJ45 port on your Ethernet or router. Do one of the following: •...

  • Page 39: Wireless Connection

    Wireless connection To connect to the projector wirelessly, you have to plug a BenQ wireless dongle (optional) to the USB Type A connector on the projector, and then only a few OSD configuration steps are required. Make sure the projector is turned on.

  • Page 40: 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 41 The Virtual Keypad page displays a virtual keypad with which you can control the projector as if using the physical keypad on the projector. See "Projector" on page 10 for how to operate it. The Display Setting page provides some selective OSD menu items necessary for controlling the projector or adjusting the projected pictures.
  • Page 42 The Picture Setting page provides all the OSD menu items in the PICTURE menu for adjusting the projected pictures. See "2. PICTURE menu" on page 57 for how to use them. The Information page displays the information about the projector status, network status.
  • Page 43 "Remote control" on page 11 details. ii. To switch input source, click your desired signal. iii. The software is available in multiple languages. The Menu button can also be used to go back to previous OSD menu, exit and save menu settings. Operation...
  • Page 44 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. You can adjust the Network Settings.
  • Page 45 To have access to the Admin page, you need to enter a password. The page provides more network settings. The default password is “0000”. If you want to change the password, enter the Basic page. The Basic page allows you to change the password and set the maximum number of connected computers.
  • Page 46 The Wired LAN page allows you to adjust the Wired LAN settings. The Wireless LAN page allows you to adjust the Wireless LAN settings. The maximum length for SSID is 16 bytes. Please use different SSID when more than two projectors are connecting through wireless LAN.
  • Page 47 The Mail page allows you to send alert e-mail to your ITS administrator. You can first try the Mail Test function to check if the Alert Mail works. These quick buttons are always provided on the web page for you to operate the projector.
  • Page 48 Displaying images through Q Presenter Downloading and installing Q Presenter Q Presenter is an application running on the host PC. It helps connect your computer to an available network projector and transfer the desktop contents to the network projector via local network connection.
  • Page 49 • To display a full screen, click Full Screen. • To display a partial screen, click Selectable. A square appears on your screen. You can adjust its size and place it where you want to project. • To pause projection, click Pause.
  • Page 50 • The Q Presenter only accepts up to 8 characters consisting of English capitalized letters and digits 0-9 for the name, full 6 digits consisting of 1 to 4 for the password. • To change the Q Presenter interface language, click the down arrow to reveal a drop-down list and select a desired language.

  • Page 51: Presenting From A Usb Reader

    Presenting from a USB Reader This feature displays a slide show of images stored on a USB flash drive connected to the projector. It can eliminate the need for a computer source. Supported image formats: • JPEG(JPG) • • TIFF •...

  • Page 52: Shutting Down The Projector

    Direct power off The AC power cord can be pulled out right after the projector is turned off. To protect the lamp, wait about 10 minutes before re-starting the projector. (When you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans may run for a few minutes to cool down. In such cases, press POWER again to start the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange.

  • Page 53: 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 Options Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Wall Color Green/Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9/16:10 Auto Keystone...

  • Page 54: System Setup

    Main menu Sub-menu Options Language Front Table/Rear Table/Rear Projector Position Ceiling/Front Ceiling Menu Display 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 Time sec/30 sec Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/ Menu Settings Menu Position Bottom-Right/Bottom-Left SYSTEM Reminder SETUP: On/Off Message Basic Direct Power On On/Off Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20...
  • Page 55 • Equivalent Lamp Hour • Firmware Version 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 56: Description Of Each Menu

    Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected image, use the directional arrow keys. The values shown on the lower position of the page change with every key press you made until they reach their Position maximum or minimum.

  • Page 57: Function Description

    Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the image. Contrast "Adjusting Contrast" on page 32 for details. Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video image. See "Adjusting Color" on page 32 for details.
  • Page 58 "Using Language the menus" on page 24 for details. Projector The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with Position one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 14 for details. Menu Display Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press.
  • Page 59 "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 63 for details on how the total lamp hour is calculated. Change Password You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one. See "Utilizing the password function" on page 25 for details.
  • Page 60 Function Description Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or Baud Rate download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel.
  • Page 61 Shows the native resolution of the input signal. System Color System Status Shows input system format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, YUV, or RGB. Equivalent Lamp Hour Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used. Firmware Version Shows the firmware version of your projector.

  • Page 62: 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 63: Lamp Information

    Extending lamp life The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 3000-4000 hours with proper usage. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menu.

  • Page 64: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp

    The LAMP indicator light and TEMPerature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See "Indicators"...

  • Page 65: 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 66 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 67 Highlight Reset lamp timer. A warning message is displayed asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press MODE/ENTER. The lamp time will be reset to “0”. Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage. Maintenance...
  • Page 68 Powering up. Flashing Green Normal operation. • The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process. Orange • The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power Flashing is turned off.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC power jack on There is no power from the power the projector, and plug the power cord into the cord. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution RS-232 serial control 1024 x 768 XGA 9 pin x 1 Display system LAN control 1-CHIP DMD RJ45 x 1 Lens F/Number IR receiver x 2 F = 2.45...

  • Page 71: Dimensions

    Dimensions 290 mm (W) x 128 mm (H) x 252 mm (D) Ceiling mount installation 242.04 Ceiling Mount screw: M4 x 8 (Max L = 8 mm) Unit: mm 228.00 86.73 84.00 132.31 145.50 251.83 289.98 Specifications...

  • Page 72: Timing Chart

    Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Pixel Vertical Horizontal Resolution Mode Frequency Frequency (Hz) Frequency (kHz) (MHz) VGA_60* 59.940 31.469 25.175 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 640 x 480 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269 36.000 720 x 400 VGA_70 70.087...
  • Page 73 Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input Pixel Vertical Horizontal Resolution Mode Frequency Frequency (Hz) Frequency (kHz) (MHz) VGA_60* 59.940 31.469 25.175 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 640 x 480 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269 36.000 720 x 400 VGA_70 70.087...
  • Page 74 1920 x 1080 56.25 148.5 HDMI/DVI 1080/60P 1920 x 1080 67.5 148.5 HDMI/DVI Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. *Supported timing for 3D function. Supported timing for Component-YP input Vertical Horizontal Pixel Frequency Timing...

  • Page 75: Warranty And Copyright Information

    BenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and storage. 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).

  • Page 76: Regulation Statements

    If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: — Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Page 77 BenQ's monitors have colored "Power" indicators. While the indicator shows green, it means that the monitor is using the full power. While the indicator shows yellow or amber, it means that the monitor is in suspend or sleep mode and is using less than 2 watts of electricity.

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