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  • Page 1 SP840 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Important safety Personalizing the projector menu display 46 Shutting down the projector ....46 instructions .......3 Menu operation........47 Introduction......7 Maintenance ....55 Projector features ......... 7 Care of the projector ......55 Shipping contents......... 8 Lamp information ......56 Projector exterior view......

  • 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 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 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 surface. - Space that is poorly ventilated or - Do not cover this projector with a cloth or confined.
  • 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.

  • 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. • Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process • Selectable password protected function •...

  • Page 8: Shipping Contents

    Remote control with battery (UK) (US) (KOREA) (CHINA) (AU) (JAPAN) (EU) Power cord VGA cable SP840 Digital Projector Quick Start Guide P/N: 4J.J2N01.001 Quick start guide User manual CD Warranty card* Soft Carry Case Optional accessories Spare lamp kit RS-232 cable Ceiling mount kit *The warranty card is only supplied in specific regions.

  • Page 9: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view Vent (heated air exhaust) Front/upper side Lamp cover Quick-release button Projection lens External control panel (See "Projector" on page 10 details.) Vent (cool air intake) Focus ring and Zoom ring Front IR remote sensor AC power cord inlet USB input jack Rear/lower side COMPONENT input jacks...

  • Page 10: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Projector MODE/ENTER Selects an available picture setup mode. "Selecting a picture mode" on page for details. Enacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item. See "Using the menus" on page 26 for details. Left/ Starts the INFORMATION function. BLANK Used to hide the screen picture.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote control Standard remote For Japan model only Laser (Standard Remote only) Up cursor Use as on-screen pointer. Navigates and changes settings in the DO NOT POINT IN EYES. OSD. See "Using the menus" on page for details. POWER Left cursor Toggles the projector between standby Navigates and changes settings in the mode and on.
  • Page 12 MENU PAGE DOWN Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) Page down arrow when connected menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, through USB to a PC. See "Remote exits and saves menu settings. See "Using paging operations" on page 39 the menus"...

  • Page 13: Remote Control Effective Range

    Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front and the rear of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensor to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor should not exceed 7 meters (~ 23 feet).

  • Page 14: Positioning Your Projector

    Rear Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended upside- down from the ceiling behind the screen. Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit are required for this installation location. Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >...

  • Page 15: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size

    BenQ has provided a table of screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. Refer to "SP840 projection dimensions" on page 17 depending on the projector you are using.
  • Page 16 How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size Select your screen size. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled "16:9 screen". Using this value, look across this row to the right to find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled "Average".

  • Page 17: Dimensions

    3736 10560 There is 5% 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 before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics.

  • Page 18: Connections

    Connections When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 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"...

  • Page 19: Connecting A Monitor

    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 socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA or VGA to DVI-A cable by following the instructions below. To connect the projector to a monitor: •...

  • Page 20: Connecting Video Source Devices

    Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output jacks: • HDMI • Component Video • S-Video • Video (composite) 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.

  • Page 21: Connecting Hdmi Source Devices

    Connecting HDMI source devices The projector provides a HDMI input jack that allows you to connect it to a HDMI source device like a DVD player, a DTV tuner or a display. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners, DVD players and displays over a single cable.

  • Page 22: Connecting Component Video Source Devices

    Connecting Component Video source devices Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output jacks available: • If so, you can 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 a Component Video source device: Take a Component Video cable and connect the end with 3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output jacks of the Video source device.
  • Page 23 Connecting S-Video source devices Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: • If so, you can 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 source device: Take an S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device.

  • Page 24: Connecting Composite Video Source Devices

    Connecting Composite Video source devices Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output sockets available: • If so, you can 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 a composite Video source device: Take a Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the Video source device.

  • Page 25: Operation

    Operation Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. Please use the original accessories (e.g.

  • Page 26: Using The Menus

    Save Setting Panel Key Lock Reset Picture Settings Background Color Blue Source COMPUTER Exit Menu/Back BenQ Splash Screen COMPUTER Menu/Back Exit Press MENU/EXIT twice* on the to highlight the SYSTEM projector or remote control to leave SETUP: Basic menu. and save the settings.

  • Page 27: Utilizing The Password Function

    Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "Using the menus"...

  • Page 28: Entering The Password Recall Procedure

    BenQ Customer Center. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You may be required to Recall code: 12345678 provide proof of purchase documentation to...

  • Page 29: 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. 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 30: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle Remove the Back Foot Holder on the rear adjuster foot before adjusting the projection angle. The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: Press the quick-release button and lift the front of the projector.

  • Page 31: 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, and use Auto Keystone or Keystone to manually correct it following one of these steps.

  • Page 32: Magnifying And Searching For Details

    Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. For SP840, the default aspect ration is 16:9. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio.
  • Page 33 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 width and vertical height.

  • Page 34: Optimizing The Image

    Optimizing the image Selecting a picture mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal picture type. To select an operation mode that suits your need, you can follow one of the following steps.

  • Page 35: 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, User 2 or User 3 mode is selected. You can make adjustments to these functions based on your needs. Adjusting Brightness Highlight Brightness in the PICTURE: Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing on the projector or remote control.

  • Page 36: Selecting A Color Temperature

    Adjusting Clarity Control Highlight Clarity Control in the PICTURE: Advanced menu and adjust the values by pressing MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control. To adjust the settings: Noise Reduction: Reduces electrical image noise caused by different media players. The higher the setting, the less the noise. Highlight Noise Reduction and press to adjust the value from 0 to 15.
  • Page 37 Adjusting Brilliant Color Highlight Brilliant Color in the PICTURE: Advanced menu and select by pressing on the projector or remote control. This feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant colors in picture. It enables a greater than 50% brightness increase in mid-tone images, which are common in video and natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors.
  • Page 38 To adjust the settings: Go to the PICTURE: Advanced menu and highlight 3D Color Management. Press MODE/ENTER and the 3D Color Management page displays. Highlight Primary color and press to select a color from among Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow. Press to highlight Hue and press to select its range.

  • Page 39: Remote Paging Operations

    Selecting a Film Mode Highlight Film Mode in the PICTURE: Advanced menu and select by pressing the projector or remote control. On is the default and recommended selection for this projector. When Off is selected, the Film Mode function is not available. This function is only available when Video or S-Video with NTSC system is selected.

  • Page 40: Locking Control Keys

    Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. Press any key on the projector or remote control to restore the image. The word 'BLANK' appears at the lower right corner of the screen while the image is hidden.

  • Page 41: Freezing The Image

    Freezing the image Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image. The word 'FREEZE' will display in the upper left corner of the screen. To release the function, press any key on the projector or remote control. Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures are running on the video or other device.

  • Page 42: Muting The Sound

    Muting the sound To temporarily turn off the sound, • Using the remote control Press MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound. While the sound is off, the screen will display in the upper right corner of the screen. To restore the sound, press MUTE again. •...

  • Page 43: Controlling The Projector Through A Lan Environment

    Controlling the projector through a Lan environment Lan Control Settings allow you to manage the projector from a computer using a web browser when the computer and the projector are properly connected to the same local area network. Configuring the Lan Control Settings 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.

  • Page 44: Controlling The Projector Remotely Through A Web Browser

    If you are in a non-DHCP environment: Repeat steps 1-4 above. Projector will restore the latest IP configuration into Lan Control Settings. (*1) Network Disconnect Network State DHCP 0.0.0.0 Projector IP Address 0.0.0.0 Subnet Mask 0.0.0.0 Default Gateway 0.0.0.0 Apply Back Menu Press...
  • Page 45 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. The tools page allows you to manage the projector, configure the Lan control settings and secure access of remote network operation on this projector.

  • Page 46: Personalizing The Projector Menu Display

    Personalizing the projector menu display The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The following settings do not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance. • Menu display time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press.

  • Page 47: 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 Picture Mode Cinema/Dynamic/Standard/User 1/User 2/User 3 Reference Mode Cinema/Dynamic/Standard Brightness Contrast Color PICTURE: Tint Basic Sharpness Flesh Tone Save Settings Reset Picture Settings...
  • Page 48 Panel Key Lock On/Off Background Color Purple/Black/Blue COMPUTER/HDMI 1/ HDMI 2/ Component/ Video/ S-Video Source Quick Auto Search Splash Screen BenQ/Blue/Black Mute Off/On Volume Range : 0 ~ 10 Treble Range:-15 ~ 15 Audio Settings Bass Range:-15 ~ 15...
  • Page 49 Change password Security Settings Power on Lock Off/On Baud Rate 9600/19200/38400/57600/115200 Test Pattern Off/On Closed Caption Off/On Enable Closed Caption Caption Version CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4 Standby Monitor Off/On SYSTEM Control by RS232/RJ45 SETUP: Network Status Advanced DHCP Projection IP Address Lan Control Settings Network Status Subnet Mask...

  • Page 50: Description Of Each Menu

    Description of each menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Picture Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 34 for details. Selects a picture mode that most suits your need for the image quality Reference and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the same page below.

  • Page 51: Film Mode

    FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Clarity Control "Adjusting Clarity Control" on page 36 for details. Color Temperature "Selecting a Color Temperature" on page 36 for details. Color Temperature "Selecting a Color Temperature User_Fine Tuning" on page 36 User_Fine for details. Tuning Gamma Selects gamma mode that most suits your need for the image quality. Selection "Selecting a Gamma Selection"...
  • Page 52 "Switching input signal" on page 29 for details. Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector Splash start-up. Four options are available: BenQ logo, Blue screen, or Black screen. Screen "Personalizing the projector menu display" on page 46 for details.
  • Page 53 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Mute Volume Audio Treble Settings Bass Power On/Off Ring Tone "Adjusting the sound" on page 41 for details. Lamp Mode "Setting Lamp mode as Economic" on page 56 for details. Reset Lamp Timer Lamp "Resetting the lamp timer" on page 60 for details.

  • Page 54: Lamp Hour

    FUNCTION DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) (default setting/ value) Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal. Color System Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB. Equivalent Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.

  • Page 55: 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 clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing.

  • Page 56: 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. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 4/3 (hours used in normal mode) "Setting Lamp mode as Economic"...

  • Page 57: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp

    Lamp > 1500 Hours 56), you may continue to operate the projector until the 1950 hour lamp warning appears. Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com The lamp has been in operation for 1950 hours. A Notice new lamp should be fitted to avoid the...

  • Page 58: Replacing The Lamp

    • To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement. • If lamp replacement is performed while the projector is suspended upside-down from the ceiling, make sure that no one is underneath the lamp socket to avoid any possible injury or damage to the human eyes caused by fractured lamp.
  • Page 59 Loosen the screws that secure the lamp. • Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. • Do not insert your fingers between the lamp and the projector. The sharp edges inside the projector may cause injuries. Lift the handle so that it stands up.
  • Page 60 Tighten the screws that secure the lamp. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screw. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place. Replace the lamp cover on the projector.
  • Page 61 Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events Orange Stand-by mode Green Powering up Flashing Green Normal operation Orange The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off. Flashing Lamp events Orange The lamp ignition retries if the lamp fails during startup. Flashing The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down.

  • Page 62: 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 63: Specifications

    Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Digital Projector Model name SP840 Optical Resolution 1920 x 1080, 1080p Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F = 2.5 to 2.76, f = 23.5 to 28.2mm...

  • Page 64: Dimensions

    Dimensions 325 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 254 mm (D) 58.6 80.53 Ceiling Mount Installation Ceiling Mount Screws: M4 (Max. L=12, Min. L=10) Unit: mm 35.7 51.5 51.5 80.8 44.0 71.0 90.5 259.5 Tripod Mount 14.0 14.0 24.5 14.0 #1/4-20 Max.L=0.3 inch 135.0...

  • Page 65: Timing Chart

    Timing chart Supported timing for COMPUTER 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 37.927 85.039 35.5...
  • Page 66 Resolution Horizontal Vertical Pixel Mode Frequency Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) 640 x 480@67Hz 35.000 66.667 30.240 MAC13 832 x 624@75Hz 49.722 74.546 57.280 MAC16 1024 x 768@75Hz 60.240 75.020 80.000 MAC19 1152 x 870@75Hz 68.68 75.06 100.000 MAC21 1024 x 1024 x 576@60Hz 35.82 46.996...
  • Page 67 Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Video mode Horizontal Vertical Color sub-carrier Frequency Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) (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 HDMI (HDCP) input Resolution...
  • Page 68 Resolution Horizontal Vertical Pixel Mode Frequency Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) 49.7 59.8 83.5 WXGA_60 1280 x 800 62.8 74.9 106.5 WXGA_75 71.554 84.880 122.500 WXGA_85 63.981 60.020 108.000 SXGA_60 1280 x 1024 79.976 75.025 135.000 SXGA_75 91.146 85.024 157.500 SXGA_85 1440 x 900 55.935...

  • Page 69: 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.

  • Page 70: Regulation Statements

    Regulation statements FCC statement CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
  • Page 71 7500K and 9300K), with a wide range of contrast levels. • BenQ's multimedia monitors and projectors usually have one or two speakers for audio performance which allow users (including hearing impaired) to interact with the computer systems connected. Speaker controls are typically located on the front-panel.

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