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- Page 1 W1100/W1200 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Adjusting the projected image .... 23 Using the menus........25 Securing the projector ......26 Switching input signal ......28 Magnifying and searching for details . 29 Selecting the aspect ratio..... 29 Optimizing the image......31 Hiding the image ......... 35 Setting the Sleep Timer ....... -
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 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.
- 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 of more than 15 degrees front to back.
- Page 6 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.
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Page 7: Introduction
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. • The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers specifications. This is normal and expected behavior. Introduction... -
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
HDMI input jack Rear IR remote sensor 12V DC output terminal Used to trigger external devices such as anelectric screen or light control, etc. Consult your dealer for how to connect these devices. Rear adjuster foot Audio input jack Quick release foot... -
Page 10: Controls And Functions
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu on page 25 for details. is activated, the #3 and #5 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. - Page 11 BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed. If you use a non-BenQ brand projector ceiling mount kit, there is a safety risk that the projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws.
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Page 12: Remote Control
"Adjusting the sound" on page 36 for details. When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the #4 and #5 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. - Page 13 OVERSCAN (GAMMA, COLOR TEMP, Brilliant Displays the OVERSCAN setting bar. Color) MODE/ENTER Displays the setting bars for adjustment of Selects an available picture setup the appropriate picture quality values. See mode. See "Selecting a picture mode" on "Advanced picture quality controls" on page 31 for details.
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Page 14: Replacing The Remote Control Battery
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. -
Page 15: Positioning Your Projector15
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 16: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size
If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it projects at a slightly downward angle. You can see from the diagram on page 18, that this type of projection causes the bottom edge of the projected image to be vertically offset from the horizontal plane of the projector. -
Page 17: Screen Size
3920 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 100-inch screen is required. If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion will occur. - Page 18 This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.
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Page 19: Connection
Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adapter cable • 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 Connection... - Page 20 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. • The output signal for MONITOR OUT jack only works when the input signal comes from COMPUTER jack.
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Page 21: Connecting Video Source Devices
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... -
Page 22: Operation
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring 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. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Projected Image
"Magnifying and searching for details" on page 29 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. -
Page 24: Correcting Keystone
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. -
Page 25: 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 Main menu Highlight Status Sub-menu Press MENU/ EXIT to the previous page or to exit. -
Page 26: Securing The Projector
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. -
Page 27: Entering The Password Recall Procedure
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. -
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 (which is the default of this projector) 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 computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio. - Page 30 You may also need to refocus the projector after making these adjustments. 4:3: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for 4:3 images like computer...
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Page 31: Optimizing The Image
Setting the User 1/User 2/User 3 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/User 3) as a starting point and customize the settings. -
Page 32: Adjusting Brightness
Fine-tuning the image quality No matter what picture mode you have selected, you are able to fine-tune those settings to fit every presentation purpose. Those adjustments will be saved to the preset mode you are at when you exit the OSD menu. Highlight PICTURE: Basic menu, press... - Page 33 “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.
- Page 34 The range is from 1 to 3. If you prefer a stronger enhanced image, adjust toward the maximum setting. For a smoother, more natural image, adjust toward the minimum setting.
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Page 35: Hiding The Image
Operation Settings 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: Operating In A High Altitude Environment
–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: Displaying More Than One Image Source Simultaneously
Power on/off Ring Tone and press to select On. 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 When the PIP window is on, to change the PIP window position, press PIP Pos repeatedly until a desired position is selected. When the PIP window is on, to highlight one of the sources to make adjustments, press PIP Active repeatedly until the source is selected.
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Page 39: Personalizing The Projector Menu Display
• Menu display time in the SYSTEM SETUP > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The time length ranges from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments. Use to select a suitable time frame. -
Page 40: 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 Options Dynamic/Standard/Cinema/ISF Day(for W1200 only)/ Picture Mode ISF Night(for W1200 only)/User 1/User 2/User3 Reference Mode Dynamic/Standard/Cinema Brightness Contrast... - Page 41 Overscan Overscan Adjustment Save by current Digital Zoom PC & Auto/H. Size/Phase/Horizontal Component Position/Vertical Position/SOG YPbPr Tuning Level Quick Auto Search On/Off SOURCE Color Space Auto/RGB/YUV Conversion HDMI Format Auto/PC Signal/Video Signal HDMI Settings HDMI Amplifier Gain DISPLAY Closed Caption...
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Page 42: System Setup
• 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 43: Description Of Each Menu
Description of each menu • The default values listed in this manual, especially on pages 43-48, are for reference only. They may vary between the projectors due to the continuous improvement to the products. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Picture Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. - Page 44 "Fine-Tuning a Color Temperature" on page 33 for details. Color Temperature Fine-Tuning Selects gamma mode that most suits your need for the image quality. Gamma Selection "Selecting a Gamma Selection" on page 33 for details. Adjusts the Brilliant Color value to extend the exposure range and sharpens detail for grain free images.
- Page 45 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. Turns the PIP window on or off and makes related adjustments. See "Displaying more than one image source simultaneously"...
- Page 46 Volume "Adjusting the Treble level" on page 37 for details. Treble "Adjusting the Bass level" on page 37 for details. Bass "Turning on the Power on/off Ring Tone" on page 37 for details. Power on/off Ring Tone Operation...
- Page 47 Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using Language the menus" on page 25 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 15 for details.
- Page 48 Equivalent Lamp Hour "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 50 for details. Change password You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one. Security Settings Change Security Settings Power on Lock "Securing the projector"...
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Page 49: 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 50: Lamp Information
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. -
Page 51: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp
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. -
Page 52: 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 53 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.
- Page 54 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 55 Green Powering up Flashing Green Normal operation The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off. Flashing Lamp events The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re- start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance.
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Page 56: Troubleshooting
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. -
Page 57: Specifications
Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution RS-232 serial control 1920x1080, 1080p 9 pin x 1 USB Type B x 1 Display system Input terminals 1-CHIP DMD Computer input Lens F/Number RGB input F = 2.41 to 2.91 D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 f = 20.72 to 31 mm... -
Page 58: Dimensions
Dimensions 339.2 mm (W) x 138.8 mm (H) x 260.6 mm (D) 339.2 260.6 138.8 91.6 66.3 Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount screws: 110.5 M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm) 150.0 25.0 23.5 Unit: mm 237.5 100.00 40.5 120.6... -
Page 59: Timing Chart
Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Resolution Horizontal Vertical Pixel Mode Frequency Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) 31.469 59.940 25.175 VGA_60 37.861 72.809 31.500 VGA_72 640 x 480 37.500 75.000 31.500 VGA_75 43.269 85.008 36.000 VGA_85 720 x 400 31.469... -
Page 60: Supported Timing For Hdmi Input
Supported timing for HDMI input Resolution Horizontal Vertical Pixel Mode Frequency Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) 31.469 59.940 25.175 VGA_60 37.861 72.809 31.500 VGA_72 640 x 480 37.500 75.000 31.500 VGA_75 43.269 85.008 36.000 VGA_85 61.910 119.518 52.500 VGA_120 720 x 400 31.469... - Page 61 1080i60 28.13 74.25 1080i50 67.43 59.94 148.5 1080p60 56.25 148.5 1080p50 Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Supported timing for Component-YP input Signal Format Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency (Hz) (kHz) 480i 15.73 59.94 480p 31.47...
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Page 62: 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 63: 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 64 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.
- Page 65 The mains lead (power cable) on the Projector comes with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. • The rating of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 of the same rating must be used.