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BenQ HT3050 User Manual

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  • Page 1 HT3050 Digital Projector Home Cinema Series User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Important safety instructions..3 Menu Functions ......27 About the OSD Menus......27 Overview..........6 Using the Basic OSD menu....29 Projector features ........6 Basic OSD menu - with input signals Shipping contents........7 connected............29 Standard accessories........7 Basic OSD menu - without input signals Optional accessories........

  • 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. 1.
  • Page 4 Liquids spilled into the projector will void your the projector has cooled down and is unplugged warranty. If the projector does become wet, from the power supply. disconnect it from the power outlet and contact BenQ to have the projector repaired. Important safety instructions...

  • Page 5: Moisture Condensation

    BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and ensure it is When the projector is exposed to such a change securely and safely installed.

  • Page 6: Overview

    Overview Projector features • Full HD compatible The projector is compatible with Standard Definition TV (SDTV) 480i, 576i, Enhanced Definition television (EDTV) 480p, 576p and High Definition TV (HDTV) 720p, 1080i/p 60Hz formats, with the 1080p format providing a true 1:1 image reproduction. •...

  • Page 7: Shipping Contents

    * The WDP02 is a new model to be launched in the first half of 2016. If you have interest in it, please check the release information on BenQ website. For more details, see Connecting a wireless Full HD Kit (WDP02).

  • Page 8: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view Front and upper side view 1. Control panel (See Control panel details.) 2. Lamp cover 3. Vent (heated air exhaust) 4. Quick-release button 5. Lens cap 6. Lens compartment cover 7. Lens shift wheel 8. Focus and Zoom rings 9.

  • Page 9: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Control panel 1. Focus ring 10. Keystone/Arrow keys ( Adjusts the focus of the projected image. Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. 2. Zoom ring When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is Adjusts the size of the image. activated, the #7, #10, and #12 keys are used 3.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Remote control 6. MENU • Accesses the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. • Goes back to the previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. 7. Volume keys • : Toggles projector audio between on and off. • : Decreases the projector audio volume. •...

  • Page 11: Remote Control Effective Range

    Installing/replacing the remote control batteries 1. Press and slide open the battery cover as illustrated. 2. Remove the old batteries (if applicable) and install two AAA batteries. Make sure that the positive and negative ends are positioned correctly as illustrated. 3.

  • Page 12: Installation

    Projector Position > MENU > Settings or System Front Ceiling Setup : Basic > Projector Position > Front Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling. 2. Rear: 4. Rear Ceiling:...

  • Page 13: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size

    Obtaining a preferred projected image size The projected image size is determined by the distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format. Projection dimensions Use the illustration and the table below to help you determine the projection distance. 16:9 Screen diagonal Screen Center of lens...

  • Page 14: Shifting The Projection Lens Vertically

    Shifting the projection lens vertically The vertical lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector. It allows the projector to be positioned slightly above or below the top level of the projected images. The lens shift (offset) is expressed as a percentage of the projected image height. Use the wheel to shift the projection lens upwards or downwards within the allowable range depending on your desired image position.

  • Page 15: Connection

    Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Make sure the cables are firmly inserted. • In the connection illustrations shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see Shipping contents).

  • Page 16: Connecting Smart Devices

    Connecting smart devices The projector can display contents directly from an MHL compatible smart device. Using an HDMI to Micro USB cable or HDMI to Micro USB adaptor, you can connect your smart devices to the projector and then enjoy your contents on the big screen. Some smart devices may not be compatible to the cable that you use.

  • Page 17: Connecting Video Devices

    Connecting video devices Connect your video device to the projector with a composite video cable. Speakers AV equipment Audio cable composite video cable If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check if the video source device is turned on and operating correctly.

  • Page 18: Connecting A Wireless Full Hd Kit (Wdp02)

    Wireless Full HD Kit (WDP02). There will be customized firmware released for the HT3050 after the WDP02 is launched in 2016. It will 3. Remove the lamp cover from the projector. provide more integrated functions to operate the WDP02 along with the HT3050.

  • Page 19: Operation

    Operation Starting up the projector 1. Plug the power cable into the projector and a power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). The POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. Please use the supplied power cable to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire.
  • Page 20 Step 3: Specify 2D Keystone. For more information about keystone, Correcting keystone. Step 4: Specify Auto Source. Select On if you want the projector to always search for available signals automatically when the projector is turned on. Step 5: Specify Menu Type. For more information about menu types, see About the OSD...

  • Page 21: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector 1. Press on the projector or on the remote control. The projector displays a shutdown confirmation message. 2. Press a second time. The POWER indicator light flashes orange and the fans run for about two minutes to cool the lamp.

  • Page 22: If You Forget The Password

    • Under the Basic OSD menu Recall Password Recall Password Please write down the recall code, and contact Please write down the recall code, BenQ Customer Center. and contact BenQ Customer Center. Recall code: Recall code: XXX XXX XXX XXX...

  • Page 23: Changing The Password

    2. Write down the number and turn off the projector. 3. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector.

  • Page 24: Selecting An Input Source

    Selecting an input source The projector can be connected to multiple equipment at the same time. However, it only displays one full screen at a time. When starting up, the projector automatically searches for the available signals. If you want the projector to always automatically search for the signals: •...

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with a quick-release adjuster foot and two rear adjuster feet. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projection angle: 1. Press the quick-release button and lift the front of the projector.

  • Page 26: 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 may correct this manually in ONE of these ways: •...

  • Page 27: Menu Functions

    Menu Functions About the OSD Menus To let you make various adjustments or settings on the projector and the projected image, the projector is equipped with 2 types of multilingual On-Screen Display (OSD) menus: • Basic OSD menu: provides primary menu functions. (See Using the Basic OSD menu) •...
  • Page 28 If you intend to switch from the Basic OSD menu to the Advanced OSD menu, follow the instructions below: Use the arrow keys ( ) on the projector or remote control to move through the menu items, and use OK to confirm the selected menu item. •...

  • Page 29: Using The Basic Osd Menu

    Using the Basic OSD menu Depending on whether or not any video signal is connected to the projector, the Basic OSD menu offers different available functions. Check the following links to learn more. • Basic OSD menu - with input signals connected •...
  • Page 30 3D game discs), 3D Blu-ray players (with 3D Blu-ray discs), 3D TV (with 3D channel), and so on. After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector, wear the BenQ 3D glasses and make sure the power is on to view 3D contents. When watching 3D contents, •...
  • Page 31 Enable this function to help correct the projected picture’s color when the projection • Wall Color surface is not white. You may choose a color similar to that of the projection surface from these options: Light Yellow, Pink, Light Green, or Blue. •...

  • Page 32: Basic Osd Menu - Without Input Signals Connected

    Basic OSD menu - without input signals connected As there’s no input signal to your projector, only the submenus of Settings under Basic OSD menu - with input signals connected are available. Menu options that are not available will become grayed out. To access the OSD menu, press MENU on the projector or remote control.

  • Page 33: Using The Advanced Osd Menu

    Using the Advanced OSD menu The Advanced OSD menu offers complete menu functions. Main menu icon Main menu name Picture Picture Mode Vivid Selection bar User Mode Management Brightness Contrast Status Submenu Color Tint Sharpness Normal Color Temperature Lamp Power Advanced...

  • Page 34: Picture Menu

    Picture menu Submenu Functions and Descriptions Selects a preset picture mode to suit your operating environment and input signal picture type. The preset picture modes are described as below: • Bright: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in well lit rooms.
  • Page 35 Adjusts the brightness of the picture. When adjusting this control, the black areas of the picture appear just as black and details in the dark areas are visible. The higher the value, the brighter the picture, while the lower the value, the Brightness darker the picture.

  • Page 36: Black Level

    Gamma Selection Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness. • 1.6/1.8/2.0/2.1/BenQ: Select these values according to your preference. • 2.2/2.3: Increases the average brightness of the picture. Best for a lit environment, meeting room or family room.

  • Page 37: Color Management

    • Color Management In most installation situations, color management is not 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.

  • Page 38: Audio Setup Menu

    All of the adjustments you’ve made for the selected Picture Mode (including preset modes, User 1, and User 2) return to the factory preset values. Reset Current 1. Press OK. The confirmation message is displayed. Picture Mode 2. Use to select Reset and press OK. The picture mode returns to the factory preset settings.

  • Page 39: Display Menu

    Display menu Submenu Functions and Descriptions The native display resolution of this projector is in a 16:9 aspect ratio. However, you may use this function to display projected picture in a different aspect ratio. In the following illustrations, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas.
  • Page 40 3D game discs), 3D Blu-ray players (with 3D Blu-ray discs), 3D TV (with 3D channel), and so on. After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector, wear the BenQ 3D glasses and make sure the power is on to view 3D contents. When watching 3D contents, •...

  • Page 41: System Setup : Basic Menu

    Allows you to select which logo screen is displayed during projector start-up. Splash Screen You can choose BenQ logo screen, Blue screen, or Black screen. The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or Projector Position more mirrors.

  • Page 42: System Setup : Advanced Menu

    System Setup : Advanced menu Submenu Functions and Descriptions • Reset Lamp Timer Activate this function only after a new lamp is installed. When you select Reset, a "Reset Successfully" message is displayed to notify that the lamp time has been reset to "0".
  • Page 43 BenQ video display devices. Accordingly, we recommend that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician.

  • Page 44: Information Menu

    Information menu Submenu Functions and Descriptions Source Displays the current signal source. Picture Mode Displays the current picture mode under the Picture menu. Resolution Displays the native resolution of the input source. Color System Displays input system format. Lamp Usage Time Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.

  • Page 45: Advanced Osd Menu Structure

    Sharpness 0–15 Color Temperature Normal/Cool/Lamp Native/Warm Picture Lamp Power Normal/Economic/SmartEco Black Level 0 IRE/7.5 IRE Gamma Selection 1.6/1.8/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.3/2.4/2.6/2.8/BenQ Brilliant Color On/Off Color Temperature Fine Red Gain/Green Gain/Blue Gain/Red Offset/ Advanced... Tuning Green Offset/Blue Offset Color Management Primary Color/Hue/Saturation/Gain Noise Reduction 0–31...
  • Page 46 Language Background Color Black/Blue/Purple Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue System Setup : Projector Position Front/Front Ceiling/Rear/Rear Ceiling Basic Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/ Auto Off 30 min Direct Power On On/Off Menu Type Basic/Advanced Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/Bottom-Right/ Menu Position Bottom-Left Menu Settings 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/30 sec/...

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    Maintenance Care of the projector Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you have to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer or local customer service center if the projector fails to operate as expected.

  • Page 48: 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. Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 2.0 x (hours used in Normal mode) + 1.4 x (hours used in Economic mode) + 1.0 x (hours used in SmartEco mode) To obtain the lamp hour information: 1.

  • Page 49: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp

    Getting to know the lamp hour), you may Lamp>XXXX Hours continue operating the projector until the next lamp Order a new lamp at www.benq.com warning appears. Press OK to dismiss the message. We strongly recommend you to replace the lamp at Replace Lamp soon this stage.

  • Page 50: Replacing The Lamp

    Replacing the lamp • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cable 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 51 8. Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector. • Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector. • Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, or near flammable materials.

  • Page 52: Indicators

    15. Connect the power and restart the projector. 16. After the startup logo is displayed, reset the lamp timer via the OSD menu. • Under the Advanced OSD menu, go to System Setup : Advanced > Lamp Settings > Reset Lamp Timer, and select Reset.
  • Page 53 Fan 5 error (the actual fan speed is ±25% outside the desired speed) Flashing Fan 6 error (the actual fan speed is ±25% outside the desired speed) Flashing Flashing Fan 7 error (the actual fan speed is ±25% outside the desired Green Flashing speed)

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Plug the power cable into the AC inlet on the rear of the projector, and plug the power There is no power from the power cable into to the power outlet. If the power cable. outlet has a switch, make sure that it is The projector does switched on.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Input terminals Resolution Computer input 1920 (H) x 1080 (V) RGB input D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 Display system ™ Video signal input Single-chip DLP system VIDEO Lens F/Number RCA jack x 1 F = 2.59 to 2.87, f = 16.88 to 21.88 mm SD/HDTV signal input...

  • Page 56: Dimensions

    Dimensions 311.87 mm x 244.12 mm x 104 mm (W x D x H) 311.87 244.12 Unit: mm Ceiling mount installation Ceiling mount screws: M4 (Max. L = 25 mm; Min. L= 20 mm) 122.14 53.9 142.1 113.37 172.23 285.96 Unit: mm 380.49 Maintenance...

  • Page 57: Timing Chart

    84.997 68.667 94.500 XGA_120** 119.989 97.551 115.500 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75.00 67.500 108.000 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 58 SXGA_60*** 60.020 63.981 108.000 1280 x 1024 SXGA_75 75.025 79.976 135.000 SXGA_85 85.024 91.146 157.500 1280 x 960_60*** 60.000 60.000 1280 x 960 1280 x 960_85 85.002 85.938 148.500 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60*** 60.015 47.712 85.500 1440 x 900 WXGA+_60*** 59.887 55.935...
  • Page 59 84.997 68.667 94.500 XGA_120** 119.989 97.551 115.500 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75.00 67.500 108.000 BenQ Notebook 1024 x 576 60.00 35.820 46.996 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 45.000...
  • Page 60 1280 x 960_60*** 60.000 60.000 1280 x 960 1280 x 960_85 85.002 85.938 148.500 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60*** 60.015 47.712 85.500 1440 x 900 WXGA+_60*** 59.887 55.935 106.500 1400 x 1050 SXGA+_60*** 59.978 65.317 121.750 1600 x 1200 UXGA*** 60.000 75.000...
  • Page 61 Vertical Horizontal Pixel Timing Resolution Frequency Frequency Frequency Remark (Hz) (KHz) (MHz) 480i**** 720 (1440) x 480 59.94 15.73 HDMI only 480p**** 720 x 480 59.94 31.47 HDMI only 576i 720 (1440) x 576 15.63 HDMI/DVI 576p 720 x 576 31.25 HDMI/DVI 720/50p**...
  • Page 62 Supported timing for Video input Pixel Freq. Format Resolution Refresh rate (Hz) H. Freq. (KHz) (MHz) NTSC* 15.73 3.58 15.63 4.43 SECAM 15.63 4.25/4.41 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 3D signal with Frame Sequential format. Maintenance...

  • Page 63: Warranty And Copyright Information

    Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of BenQ Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes.

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