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- Page 1 MX716/MX717 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important safety Controlling the projector through a LAN environment ....... 36 instructions ....3 Shutting down the projector ....39 Introduction....7 Direct power off........39 Menu operation ........40 Projector features........7 Maintenance ....50 Shipping contents ........8 Projector exterior view......9 Care of the projector...... -
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. Safety Instructions Please read this manual before you In some countries, the line voltage is... - Page 4 Safety Instructions (Continued) The lamp becomes extremely hot Do not place this product on an during operation. Allow the projector unstable cart, stand, or table. The to cool for approximately 45 minutes product may fall, sustaining serious damage. prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.
- Page 5 Safety Instructions (Continued) Do not place this projector in any of Do not block the ventilation holes. the following environments. - Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft - Space that is poorly ventilated or surface.
- Page 6 If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed.
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Page 7: Introduction
Introduction Projector features The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use. The projector offers the following features. • ECO BLANK - With technology, the Eco Blank function will save up to 70% of your lamp power at the same time your image is hiding •... -
Page 8: Shipping Contents
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. MX717 MX716 Projector Power cord VGA cable Quick start guide... -
Page 9: Projector Exterior View
(See "Controls and functions" on page 10 for details.) Lamp cover Vent (heated air exhaust) Quick-release button Lens cap MX716 Focus and Zoom rings Vent (cool air intake) Front IR remote sensor Projection lens RJ45 LAN input jack USB port... -
Page 10: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Projector MX716 MX717 Focus ring 10. LAMP indicator light Adjusts the focus of the projected image. Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up Zoom ring or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. Adjusts the size of the image. -
Page 11: Remote Control
Remote control MX717 MX716 PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN ON/OFF Operate your display software program Toggles the projector between standby (on a connected PC) which responds to mode and on. page up/down commands (like Microsoft Source selection buttons PowerPoint). (COMPUTER-1, COMPUTER-2, FREEZE VIDEO, S-VIDEO) Freezes the projected image. - Page 12 Operating the LASER pointer 16. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, Down) The Laser Pointer is a presentation aid for Manually corrects distorted images resulting professionals. It emits red from an angled projection. colored light when you press Right When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is The laser beam is visible.
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Page 13: Remote Control Effective Range
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensors on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam. • Operating the projector from the top • Operating the projector from the front MX716 MX716 MX717 MX717 Introduction... -
Page 14: Replacing The Remote Control Batteries
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. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment. -
Page 15: Positioning Your Projector
Note that a special rear projection screen portability. and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit are required for this installation location. Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on. -
Page 16: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size
There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. 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. -
Page 17: Connection
The connection illustrations below are for reference only. The rear connecting jacks available on the projector vary with each projector model. Notebook or desktop computer A/V device Monitor (VGA) (DVI) Speakers MX716 MX717 AUDIO-IN VGA cable Audio L/R cable VGA to DVI-A cable S-Video cable USB cable... -
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. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. -
Page 19: Operation
Operation Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a MX716 power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. -
Page 20: Adjusting The Projected Image
Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle To adjust the projector (MX716): Press the quick-release button and lift the MX716 front of the projector. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the quick-release button to lock the foot in position. -
Page 21: Correcting Keystone
Fine-tuning the image size and clarity Adjust the projected image to the size Sharpen the image by rotating the that you need using the zoom ring. focus ring. MX716 MX716 MX717 MX717 Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. -
Page 22: Using The Menus
H. Size Operation Settings Digital Zoom Remote Receiver Front+Top 3D Sync Panel Key Lock 3D Sync Invert Disable Background Color BenQ Teaching Template Splash Screen BenQ Analog RGB MENU Exit My Screen Analog RGB MENU Exit Press MENU/EXIT twice* on... -
Page 23: 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. See item 20 on page for details. -
Page 24: If You Forget The Password
Customer Center. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Recall Code: 0 2 1 2 Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase MENU Exit documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector. -
Page 25: Changing The Password
Changing the password Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced> Security Settings > Change Password menu. Press ENTER. The message “INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD” appears. Enter the old password. i. If the password is correct, another message “INPUT NEW PASSWORD” displays. -
Page 26: Switching Input Signal
Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen at a time. 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 27: Magnifying And Searching For Details
Magnifying and searching for details If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the direction arrow keys for navigating the picture. • Using the remote control Press ZOOM+/ZOOM- to display the Zoom bar. Press ZOOM+ to magnify the center of the picture. - Page 28 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. 16:9: Scales an image so that it is Auto Scales an image proportionally to fit displayed in the center of the...
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Page 29: Optimizing The Image
Optimizing the image 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 colors to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures. To use this function, go to the DISPLAY >... -
Page 30: Adjusting Brightness
When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press ENTER to store the settings. The confirmation message “Setting Saved” displays. 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. - Page 31 3D Color Management In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where building external windows allow daylight into the room. Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered.
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Page 32: Setting The Presentation Timer
Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing . The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments. Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments. -
Page 33: Remote Paging Operations
To cancel the timer, perform the following steps: Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off. Press ENTER. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press ENTER to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is Off”... -
Page 34: Operating In A High Altitude Environment
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 a picture projected from your computer or video source. -
Page 35: Adjusting The Sound
Press MENU/EXIT and then press until the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu is highlighted. Press to highlight MyScreen and press ENTER. Repeat steps 2-5 in the "Using the remote control" section to capture and view the captured picture. In the unlikely event that the capturing action fails, change your target picture. Large-sized pictures may cause the capturing action to fail. -
Page 36: Controlling The Projector Through A Lan Environment
Controlling the projector through a LAN environment You can manage and control the projector from one or more remote computers when they are properly connected to the same local area network. MX716 MX717 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. - Page 37 Press to move the cursor and the press to enter the value. To save the settings, press ENTER. If you do not want to save the settings, press MENU/EXIT. Press to highlight Apply and press ENTER. 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...
- Page 38 The tools page allows you to manage the projector, configure the Network 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 it. ii.
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Page 39: Shutting Down The Projector
"Quick Cooling" on page 46 for details. Once the cooling process finishes, a "Power Off MX716 Ring Tone" will be heard. The POWER indicator light is a steady orange and fans stop. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. -
Page 40: 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 On/Off Keystone Position... - Page 41 (for the MX717 On/Off only) Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 Blank Timer min/25 min/30 min Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/ Sleep Timer 8 hr/12 hr Remote Receiver Front+Top/Front/Top Panel Key Lock On/Off Background Color BenQ/Black/Blue/Purple Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue/My Screen My Screen Operation...
- Page 42 High Altitude Mode On/Off Mute On/Off Volume Audio Settings Power On/Off On/Off Ring Tone Normal/Economic/ Lamp Mode SMART ECO (for the MX716 only) Lamp Settings Reset Lamp Timer Equivalent Lamp Hour Change Password Security Power On Lock Change Security Settings Settings...
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Page 43: Description Of Each Menu
Description of each menu Function Description Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is Wall Color not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 29 for details. There are several options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on Aspect Ratio your input signal source. -
Page 44: Function Description
Function Description Provides several preset patterns for various teaching purposes. Teaching Choose Blackboard or Whiteboard first by pressing Template press to choose the pattern you need. Press ENTER to activate the pattern. Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Picture Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. - Page 45 Function Description Quick Auto "Switching input signal" on page 26 for details. Search Color Space "Changing Color Space" on page 26 for details. Conversion Presentation Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 32 for details.
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Page 46: Function Description
Sets the background color for the projector. Color Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector Splash start-up. The following options are available: BenQ logo, My Screen, Screen Black screen, Blue screen. Captures and stores the projected picture as My Screen. See "Creating... - Page 47 Function Description High A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high Altitude altitude environment" on page 34 for details. Mode Mute Audio Volume Settings Power On/Off Ring Tone "Adjusting the sound" on page 35 for details. Lamp Mode "Setting Lamp Mode as Economic"...
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Page 48: Monitor Out
Function Description Network Selecting On enables the function. The projector is able to provide the network function when it is in standby mode. Monitor Out Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER 1 jack is correctly connected to devices. - Page 49 Function Description Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. Resolution Current 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.
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Page 50: 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 51: Lamp Information
Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. "Setting Lamp Mode as Economic" below for more information on Economic mode. To obtain the lamp hour information: Press MENU/EXIT and then press to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP:... -
Page 52: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp
51), you may continue to operate the Lamp>XXXX Hours projector until the next hour lamp warning appears. Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Press ENTER to dismiss the message. It is strongly recommended that you replace the Notice lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item. -
Page 53: Replacing The Lamp
45 minutes until the lamp has cooled. Loosen the screw(s) that secures the lamp cover on the side of the projector until the lamp cover loosens. MX716 MX717 Remove the lamp cover from the projector. MX716 Remove and dispose of the protection film. - Page 54 Disconnect the lamp connector from the projector as illustrated (for the MX717). Loosen the screw that secures the lamp. Lift the handle so that it stands up. MX716 MX717 Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the MX716 projector.
- Page 55 As shown in the figure, lower the new lamp. MX716 MX717 Tighten the screw that secures the lamp. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place. Reconnect the lamp connector (for the MX717). • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction.
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Page 56: Resetting The Lamp Timer
Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screw. MX716 MX717 Connect the power and restart the projector. Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. Resetting the lamp timer After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. -
Page 57: Indicators
Indicators Light Status & Description Power events Stand-by mode. Orange 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. • The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the Orange Flashing power is turned off. -
Page 58: Troubleshooting
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 There is no power from the power cord. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on. -
Page 59: Specifications
1-CHIP DMD USB port (Mini-B x 1) Lens F/Number 12V trigger x 1 (Max. 1A) (MX717 only) F = 2.59-2.87 Input terminals Lamp (MX716) Computer input 240 W lamp RGB input (MX717) D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 2 300 W lamp... -
Page 60: Dimensions
Dimensions MX716 311.81 244.12 104.07 58.25 51.1 MX717 120.5 50.5 Unit: mm Specifications... -
Page 61: Ceiling Mount Installation
Ceiling mount installation MX716 Ceiling Mount screw: M4 x 8 (Max L = 8 mm) 74.19 95.33 119.21 156.33 244.12 311.81 242.04 MX717 237.4 Unit: mm Specifications... -
Page 62: Timing Chart
119.989 97.551 115.5 Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60* 59.87 47.776 79.5 BenQ Notebook 1024 x 576 60.0 35.820 46.966 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 45.000... - Page 63 Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60* 59.87 47.776 79.5 1024 x 576@60Hz BenQ Notebook Timing 60.00 35.820 46.996 1024 x 600@65Hz BenQ Notebook Timing 64.995 41.467 51.419 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 45.000...
- Page 64 • The 3D timings showing above may vary depending on the EDID file and VGA display card. It is possible that the above 3D timings cannot be chosen on VGA display card. Vertical Horizontal Pixel Timing Resolution Frequency Frequency Frequency Remark (Hz) (kHz)
- Page 65 Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Horizontal Vertical Frequency Color sub-carrier Video mode Frequency (kHz) (Hz) Frequency (MHz) NTSC** 15.73 3.58 15.63 4.43 SECAM 15.63 4.25 or 4.41 PAL-M 15.73 3.58 PAL-N 15.63 3.58 PAL-60 15.73 4.43 NTSC4.43 15.73 4.43 **Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Frame Sequential format.
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Page 66: Warranty And Copyright Information
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). To obtain warranty service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects.
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