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Summarization of Contents
Warranty and Copyright Information
Limited Warranty
Details BenQ's warranty terms, obligations, and customer rights for product defects.
Copyright Notice
States copyright ownership and reproduction restrictions for the manual content.
Disclaimer
Outlines BenQ's limitations of liability and warranty disclaimers.
Patents
Directs users to a website for BenQ projector patent coverage information.
Important Safety Instructions
General Operation and Handling Safety
Covers essential safety advice for operating the projector, including lens, power, and environment.
Installation and Environmental Safety
Details safe installation, ventilation, and precautions against physical damage and fire hazards.
Usage Environment and Health Precautions
Warns about liquids, grounding, extreme environments, and photobiological risks.
Introduction
Shipping Contents
Lists and describes the items included in the projector package for user verification.
Standard Accessories
Identifies essential accessories like the projector, remote, and power cord provided with the unit.
Optional Accessories
Lists additional items available for purchase, such as spare lamps and 3D glasses.
Remote Control Batteries
Provides instructions on replacing remote control batteries, including precautions.
Projector Exterior View
Details the external components and ports of the projector with numbered labels for identification.
Controls and Functions
Explains the operation of projector and remote control buttons, including power, navigation, and source selection.
Remote Control Functions
Describes specific remote control buttons like ECO BLANK, OK, AUTO, MENU, SOURCE, and PIC MODE.
Remote Control Effective Range
Specifies the optimal angle and distance for the remote control to function correctly with the projector.
Positioning your projector
Choosing a Location
Guides users on selecting an installation spot considering screen size, outlet, and equipment placement.
Installation Methods
Outlines four ways to position the projector: Front Table, Rear Table, Front Ceiling, and Rear Ceiling.
Projected Image Size Guide
Provides a chart detailing screen sizes, projection distances, and offsets for achieving desired image dimensions.
Mounting the Projector
Recommends using BenQ mounting kits and security cables for safe ceiling/wall installation.
Ceiling/Wall Mount Diagram
Illustrates the dimensions and screw specifications for mounting the projector to a ceiling or wall.
Adjusting Projection Angle
Explains how to use adjuster feet to correct trapezoidal images caused by uneven placement.
Fine-tuning Image Size and Clarity
Guides on using the zoom ring for size and focus ring for clarity adjustments.
Correcting Keystone
Describes how to manually correct trapezoidal images using on-screen display controls.
Connection
Connecting Signal Sources
Outlines the procedure for connecting various devices like A/V, notebooks, and computers via HDMI and USB.
Cable Identification
Lists and identifies the different types of cables used for connecting external devices to the projector.
Connecting Audio
Explains the projector's mono audio capabilities and how audio output is handled when connecting external speakers.
Operation
Starting Up the Projector
Provides step-by-step instructions for powering on the projector, selecting language, and initial setup.
Input Signal Search
Describes how the projector searches for input signals and displays a "No Signal" message if none is detected.
Using the Menus
Explains how to navigate and use the projector's Basic and Advanced On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.
Securing the Projector
Advises on using security cable locks like Kensington to prevent theft.
Password Function
Details how to set, activate, and manage a password for projector security.
Password Recall and Management
Explains procedures for recalling forgotten passwords and disabling the password protection feature.
Switching Input Signal
Guides users on how to select the desired input source from connected devices.
Shutting Down the Projector
Provides instructions for properly turning off the projector, including the cooling process.
Direct Power Off
Explains the method for immediate power disconnection and precautions before restarting.
Menu operation
Menu System Overview
Introduces the projector's OSD menus and explains their availability based on signal detection.
Basic Menu Structure
Details the items available in the Basic OSD menu, such as Brightness, Aspect Ratio, and Picture Mode.
Advanced Menu - Picture Settings
Lists and describes picture-related settings in the Advanced menu, including Picture Mode, Brightness, and Color.
Advanced Menu - Display and Settings
Covers display options like Aspect Ratio, Keystone, and system settings including Security and Operation.
Advanced Menu - System and Information
Details system configurations like Language, Background, and information displays like Firmware Version.
Basic Menu - Brightness, Aspect Ratio, Picture Mode
Explains basic image adjustments like brightness, aspect ratio settings, and various picture modes.
Basic Menu - Volume and Fast Mode
Describes how to adjust sound volume and minimize input latency using the Fast Mode feature.
Basic Menu - Information Details
Lists information items such as Native Resolution, Source, Light Mode, and firmware version.
Menu Type Switch
Explains how to switch between Basic and Advanced OSD menus.
Advanced Menu - Picture Mode and Reference Mode
Details picture modes and how to customize user-definable modes using Reference Mode.
Advanced Menu - Fast Mode and Brightness
Explains Fast Mode for latency reduction and brightness adjustment for optimal image quality.
Advanced Menu - Color and Tint Settings
Describes how to adjust color saturation, tint, and sharpness for desired image appearance.
Advanced Menu - Brilliant Color and Temperature
Explains Brilliant Color feature and preset/tuned color temperature options.
Advanced Menu - Color Management
Details how to adjust primary colors, hue, saturation, and gain for precise color calibration.
Advanced Menu - Gamma and Reset Picture
Covers gamma selection for brightness relationship and resetting picture settings to factory defaults.
Advanced Menu - Display Aspects
Explains Aspect Ratio settings, Keystone correction, and the Test Pattern function for image alignment.
Advanced Menu - 3D Functionality
Describes projector support for 3D content, including sync inversion, applying, and saving 3D settings.
Advanced Menu - HDMI Format and Installation
Details HDMI signal format options and projector installation settings like location and auto search.
Advanced Menu - Light and Operation Settings
Covers light settings like Quick Cooling and Reminder Message, plus operation settings like High Altitude Mode.
Advanced Menu - Power, Security, and System
Explains power-on settings, security features, system language, and audio configurations.
Advanced Menu - Reset and Factory Defaults
Details how to reset settings to factory defaults for Settings, System, and specific system parameters.
Information Menu Details
Lists information parameters such as Native Resolution, Source, Picture Mode, and firmware version.
Maintenance
Cleaning the Lens
Provides instructions for safely cleaning the projector lens using compressed air or soft cloths.
Cleaning the Projector Case
Guides on how to clean the projector's exterior case with soft cloths and mild detergents.
Storing the Projector
Offers advice on proper storage conditions, including temperature, humidity, and packing.
Transporting the Projector
Recommends using original packaging for safe transportation of the projector.
Lamp Hour Information
Explains how to check the projector's lamp usage time and the calculation of equivalent lamp hours.
Extending Lamp Life
Details how to set Light Mode and Auto Power Off to prolong the projector lamp's lifespan.
Timing of Replacing the Lamp
Advises on when to replace the lamp based on indicators and potential issues like explosion risks.
Lamp Replacement Notices
Displays common warning messages related to lamp replacement and usage time.
Resetting the Light Timer
Provides instructions for service personnel to reset the lamp timer after replacement.
Indicator Status and Descriptions
Explains the meaning of various indicator lights (POWER, TEMP, LIGHT) and their status codes.
Troubleshooting
Projector Not Turning On
Addresses causes and remedies for issues where the projector fails to power on.
No Picture or Blurred Image
Provides solutions for problems related to no display or distorted images, including focus and lens cover issues.
Remote Control Issues
Offers troubleshooting steps for a non-functional remote control, such as battery checks and obstacles.
Incorrect Password
Guides users on how to handle incorrect password entries and recalls.
Specifications
Optical and Electrical Specifications
Lists key optical parameters like resolution and lamp wattage, and electrical details like power supply.
Mechanical and Control Specifications
Details weight, output terminals, and control interfaces like USB and RS-232.
Environmental Requirements
Specifies operating and storage conditions, including temperature, humidity, and altitude limits.
Projector Dimensions
Provides detailed physical dimensions of the projector in millimeters with diagrams.
Timing Chart - HDMI Input
Lists supported vertical, horizontal, and pixel frequencies for HDMI input signals, including 3D formats.
Timing Chart - Video Input
Details timing specifications for various video input resolutions and frame rates, including 3D formats.
RS232 Command Interface
Provides RS232 pin assignments and a list of commands with their ASCII operations for projector control.
RS232 Commands - Picture and Operation
Lists RS232 commands for Picture Settings, Operation Settings, and Baud Rate configuration.
RS232 Commands - Miscellaneous and Color Calibration
Details RS232 commands for miscellaneous functions, 3D settings, and color calibration parameters.
RS232 Commands - Color Calibration and Service
Lists RS232 commands for color calibration, service mode, and error reporting.
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