Dimensions...........93 Securing the projector ......34 Ceiling mount installation....93 Switching input signal ......36 Timing chart.........94 Magnifying and searching for details . 37 Warranty and Copyright Selecting the aspect ratio..... 37 information .......97 Optimizing the image......39 Creating your own startup screen ..42 Regulation statements ..98...
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.
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Safety Instructions (Continued) The lamp becomes extremely hot Do not place this product on an during operation. Allow the unstable cart, stand, or table. The projector to cool for approximately product may fall, sustaining serious 45 minutes prior to removing the damage.
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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 of more than 15 degrees front to back.
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Safety Instructions (Continued) Do not stand the projector on end Do not place liquids near or on the vertically. Doing so may cause the projector. Liquids spilled into the projector to fall over, causing injury or projector may cause it to fail. If the resulting in damage to the projector.
• WXGA, perfect for widescreen NB and PC, and provides 30% more images to XGA • Short throw lens to create larger images with less distance between the projector and the screen • The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient lighting conditions, selected input signal contrast/brightness settings, and is directly proportional to projection distance.
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.
Ceiling mount holes 12V DC output terminal Used to trigger external devices such as anelectric screen or light control, Rear/lower side etc. Consult your dealer for how to connect these devices. 12 13 Video input jack AC power cord inlet...
Right/ Down) When the On-Screen Display (OSD) Manually corrects distorted images menu is activated, the #2, #3, and #9 keys resulting from an angled projection. See are used as directional arrows to select the "Correcting keystone" on page 32 desired menu items and to make details.
Mounting the projector We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to person and property. If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling or wall, we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit or wall mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed.
MENU/EXIT Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) Turns off the projector. See "Shutting menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, down the projector" on page 69 exits and saves menu settings. See "Using details. the menus" on page 33 for details.
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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.
Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion. • If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.
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.
(90° right-angle square) to the horizontal center of the screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or projecting onto angled surfaces). If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it projects at a slightly downward angle.
For example, if you are using the MX750 and a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is 4420 mm and with a vertical offset of 274 mm. If you are using the MP780 ST and a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is 1274 mm and with a vertical offset of 202 mm.
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This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.
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This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.
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.
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Computer system requirements for USB display:: Operation System Requirements Minimum Hardware Requirements Windows XP Supports USB 2.0 Windows Vista CPU: Pentium 1G RAM: 512MB RAM Disk: 20MB hard driver space Computer system requirements for WiFi display:: Operation System Requirements Minimum Hardware Requirements...
The built-in speaker will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected. To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer (using USB): Take a USB mini-B type to USB A type cable and connect one end to the A type jack of the computer.
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CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your notebook's documentation to find your notebook's key combination. • Transmission speed and image quality will vary according to the bandwidth of local area network and the status of network usage.
Connecting a monitor If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the MONITOR OUT signal output jack on the projector to an external monitor following the instructions below:...
Connecting Video source devices 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. The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the...
DTV tuners, DVD players and displays over a single cable. It provides pure digital viewing and listening experience. Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused HDMI output jacks available: •...
Take a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output jacks of the Video source device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the jacks; green to green, blue to blue, and red to red.
If it has either of the output jack, you can also 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/Video source device: Take an S-Video/Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video/Video output jack of the Video source device.
(If necessary) Use the focus ring/focus slide lever to adjust the image clearness. 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.
"Correcting keystone" on page 32 for details. • Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause damage to your eyes. • Be careful when you press the adjuster button as it is close to the exhaust vent where hot air comes from.
Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following one of these steps.
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 Main menu Highlight Status Sub-menu Press MENU/EXIT to the previous page or to exit.
IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.
IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.
When starting up, the projector automatically searches for the available signals. 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.
Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for MX750. With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal.
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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 or vertical width.
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.
The confirmation message 'Setting Saved' displays. 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.
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“color temperature”. A white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.
Creating your own startup screen In addition to selecting the projector preset startup screen from among BenQ logo, Black or Blue screen, you can make your own startup screen that is an image projected from your computer or video source.
ENTER to display the Presentation Timer page. Highlight Timer period and decide the timer 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. Press...
Basic > Operation Settings > Blank 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.
–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.
Highlight Power on/off Ring Tone and 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.
Configuring the Wired LAN Settings If you are in a DHCP environment: Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJ45 port. Press MENU/EXIT and then press until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted.
Use your computer’s wireless connection utility to connect the network. If WEP Key is set in the projector, the user must enter the password of WEP Key to connect the network. Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Once you have configured the LAN settings, you can find the IP address for the projector in the bottom of the network screen.
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Click Download to save Q Presenter software on your computer. You can also link to the web page control from Q Presenter > Settings > Advanced Setting > Control projector via web page on page 60.
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13 for details. The Display Setting page allows you to operate the projector as if you were using the OSD menus. These functions are some useful menu settings. The Picture Setting page allows you to manage the projector as if you were using the PICTURE menu.
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The Information page displays the information and status of this projector. The Conference Control page allows you to control computer’s display status of all the computers linked to this projector. Operation...
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"2. PICTURE" on page 71 "Remote control" on page 13 details. The Menu button can also be used to go back to previous OSD menu, exit and save menu settings. ii. To switch input source, click on your desired signal.
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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 Wired LAN settings.
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Press exit to go back to the Crestron remote network operation page. The Admin page allows you to enter Basic, Wired LAN, Wireless LAN and Mail pages once the password is entered. The default password is “0000”. If you want to change the password, please enter Basic page.
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The Basic page allows you to change the password and select connected persons. The number of connected persons may affect the network display performance. The Wired LAN page allows you to adjust the Wired LAN settings. Operation...
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The Wireless LAN page allows you to adjust the Wirless LAN settings. Max. length for SSID string is 16 bytes. Please use a different SSID when more than two projectors are connecting through wireless LAN. The Mail page allows you to send alert e-mail to your ITS administrator.
"Configuring the Wireless LAN Settings" on page 48 for details. Find the IP address and enter the address of the projector in the address bar of your browser. See "Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser" on page 48 for details.
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Projectors linked in the LAN will be found. Then select the projector you want to link. iii. Click “Connect”. Then you should be able to see the image on projector. iv. You can click to disconnect all connected projectors..
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You can set the name and password of the connected computer. The Name must be eight capital letters from A-Z & 0-9. The Password must be 6 digits from 1 to 4. iii. When you install the Q Presenter, the program will automatically identify the language of your computer’s operating system and install the same language as...
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You can select whether to automatically open the Q Presenter application when the computer is powered on. x. Once set, press Apply to save the changes. xi. You can link to the BenQ remote network operation page on page 48. Operation...
Presenting From a USB Reader This fature 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. Image File Types USB Reader displays images files in JPEG, GIF, TIFF, PNG and BMP formats.
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Auto exit USB Reader Exit change to a different page go back to the first page of that folder Back start slide show Slideshow when an image is highlighted. adjust USB Reader settings Setting...
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90 degree clockwise/ counterclockwise (Rotation is temporary; the image returns to its original orientation when you go back to thumbnails) return to a previous page Auto start/stop slideshow Enter Settings page: i. You can adjust order settings.
Password: must be 6 digits and limit the range from 1~4. • If there are lot of audience is watching the display while the user is entering the password, the number will be transferred to up, left, down, right in order from 1 to 4 of remote control’s or projector’s keypads .
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Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Network Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. Highlight Remote Desktop and press MODE/ ENTER. Enter the Account and Password the same as step Highlight Connect and press MODE/ENTER to connect the selected PC.
The PointDraw pen works like a wireless mouse - but one that works in midair, not on your desktop. Just hold the pen in your hand, and point it at the projected image to point, click and drag. Make sure the PointDraw pen’s battery is charged.
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Avoid shadows! The PointDraw pen won't work if its tip is in a shadow or if it is pointing at a shadow: Correct (no shadow) Incorrect (shadow) Operation...
- If the pen's battery light is blinking or lit, then the pen's battery is fully discharged; connect the pen to the USB power adapter or your computer. - Make sure the pen is not pointing at a shadow and make sure its tip is not in a shadow.
If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, when you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans will run for a few minutes to cool down. Press Power again to start the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange.
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• Actual lamp lives may vary due to different environmental conditions and usage. 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 Options Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Wall Color Green/Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9/16:10 Auto Keystone On/Off Keystone Position DISPLAY Phase H. Size...
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Timer period 1~240 minutes Always/Last 1 Min/Last 2 Min/ Timer display Last 3 Min/Never Top-Left/Bottom-Left/Top- Timer position Presentation Right/Bottom-Right Timer Timer counting Count Down/Count Up direction Sound Reminder On/Off On/Off Language Front Table/Rear Table/Rear Projector Position Ceiling/Front Ceiling Menu display...
Lamp Mode Normal/Economic Lamp Settings Reset lamp timer Equivalent lamp hour Change password Security Power on Lock Change Security Settings Settings Splash Sscreen On Lock 2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/ Baud Rate 38400/57600/115200 Test Pattern On/Off Closed Caption On/Off Enable Closed Caption SYSTEM Caption Version...
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• 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.
Description of each menu • The default values listed in this manual, especially on pages 75-83, are for reference only. They may vary between the projectors due to the continuous improvement to the products. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is Wall Color not white.
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This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events 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.
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See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 39 for details. Selects a picture mode that best suits your need for the image quality and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the Reference same page below. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode"...
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3D Color Management This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected. Saves the settings made for User 1 or User 2 mode. Save Settings This function is only available when User 1/2 is selected. Quick Auto "Switching input signal"...
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Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using Language the menus" on page 33 for details. The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with Projector one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 16 for details.
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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Sets which IR remote sensor of the projector will receive the signal Remote from the remote control. Receiver Disables or enables all panel key functions except Power on the Panel Key projector and keys on the remote control. See "Locking control keys"...
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"Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 85 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. Change Security Settings Security...
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DESCRIPTION Selecting On enables the function and the projector displays the grid Test Pattern test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion. Closed Caption Enable Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions.
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Shows the native resolution of the input signal. System Color System Status Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB. Equivalent Lamp Hour Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used. Firmware Version Shows firmware version. Operation...
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.
You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu. Extending lamp life The projection lamp is a consumable item. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menu.
Timing of replacing the lamp When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.
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. •...
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Remove the lamp cover by (a) sliding the cover toward the side of the projector and (b) lifting it off. • Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. • Do not insert your fingers between the lamp and the projector.
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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...
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Green Powering up Flashing Normal operation Green The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process. Or The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the Orange power is turned off. Or Flashing The projector has shutdown automatically.
Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the There is no power from the power projector, and plug the power cord into the cable. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.
Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution RS-232 serial control (MX750) 9 pin x 1 1024 x 768 XGA LAN controk (MP780 ST) RJ45 x 1 (wired) 1280 x 800 WXGA USB A type x 2 (wireless)
Dimensions 329 mm (W) x 137.2 mm (H) x 241.9 mm (D) 241.9 137.2 77.4 62.5 Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount screws: 221.0 M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm) 146.0 Unit: mm 100.00 62.5 163.7 115.1 129.1 328.0...
100.000 MAC21 @75Hz VIDEO 31.47 480p 31.25 576p (HDCP) 45.00 74.25 720p_60 37.50 74.25 720_50 33.75 74.25 1080i_60 28.13 74.25 1080i_50 67.5 148.5 1080p 56.25 148.5 1080p Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Specifications...
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1080i(1125i)@50Hz 28.13 50.00 1080p@60Hz 67.5 60.00 1080p@50Hz 56.25 50.00 Displaying a 1080i@60Hz or 1080i@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Video mode Horizontal Vertical Color sub-carrier Frequency (kHz) Frequency (Hz) Frequency (MHz) NTSC 15.73...
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).
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.
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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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