BENQ MS616ST Digital Projector User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: BenQ

Table of Contents

BENQ MS616ST Digital Projector
Product Information: MS616ST/MX618ST Digital Projector
Shipping Contents
Controls and Functions
Product Usage Instructions
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Important safety instructions
Introduction
Operation
Maintenance
Warranty and Copyright information
References
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BENQ MS616ST Digital Projector

BENQ-MS616ST-Digital-Projector

Product Information: MS616ST/MX618ST Digital Projector

The MS616ST/MX618ST Digital Projector is a high-quality projector designed for professional use. It meets the latest safety standards for information technology equipment. The projector features advanced technology and provides excellent image quality for presentations, movies, and gaming.

Shipping Contents

MS616ST/MX618ST Digital Projector
User Manual
Power Cord
VGA Cable
Remote Control
Battery for Remote Control

Projector Exterior View:
The projector has a sleek and compact design. It features various controls and functions for easy operation. The exterior view includes a lens, control buttons, input/output ports, and ventilation slots for heat dissipation.

Controls and Functions

The projector comes with intuitive controls and functions for seamless operation. The control panel includes buttons for power, menu navigation, source selection, volume adjustment, and more. The remote control provides convenient access to all the projector’s features.

Product Usage Instructions

Positioning your projector:

Choose a suitable location for your projector that is well-ventilated and has enough space for projection.
Place the projector on a stable surface or mount it securely on a ceiling mount.

Obtaining a preferred projected image size:

Adjust the distance between the projector and the screen to achieve the desired image size.
Use the zoom and focus controls to fine-tune the image quality.

Connecting video source devices:

Connect your video source devices (e.g., laptop, DVD player) to the projector using the appropriate cables (VGA, HDMI, etc.).
Ensure that the projector and the video source devices are powered on.
Select the correct input source on the projector or remote control to display the content from your video source device.

Presenting from a USB Reader:

Insert a USB drive with your presentation files into the USB port on the projector.
Use the menu operation to navigate and select the desired file from the USB drive.
Start your presentation using the projector’s controls or the remote control.

Shutting down the projector:

After finishing your presentation or when not in use, press the power button on the projector or remote control to turn off the projector.
Allow the projector to cool down for at least 45 minutes before removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

Maintenance

Take care of the projector by keeping it clean and dust-free.
Refer to the user manual for instructions on cleaning and maintenance procedures.
Check the lamp information regularly and replace it when necessary.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with the projector’s performance, refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual for possible solutions.

Specifications

For detailed specifications of the MS616ST/MX618ST Digital Projector, refer to the specifications section in the user manual.
Please note that the information provided is a summary. For complete instructions and safety precautions, please refer to the official user manual available at https://manual-hub.com/.

MS616ST/MX618ST Digital Projector User Manual

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
1. Please read this manual before 5. you operate your projector. Save it for future reference.
2. Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. The intense light beam may damage your eyes.

In some countries, the line voltage is NOT stable. This projector is designed to operate safely within a mains voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC, but could fail if power cuts or surges of ±10 volts occur. In areas where the mains voltage may fluctuate or cut out, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

3. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

6. Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the projector is under operation as this could cause the objects to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press ECO BLANK on the projector or remote control.

4. Always open the lens shutter (if any) or remove the lens cap (if any) when the projector lamp is on.

Important safety instructions 3

Safety Instructions (Continued)

7. The lamp becomes extremely hot 10. 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

prior to removing the lamp assembly

damage.

for replacement.

11. Do not attempt to disassemble this

8. Do not operate lamps beyond the

projector. There are dangerous high

rated lamp life. Excessive operation of

voltages inside which may cause death

lamps beyond the rated life could

if you should come into contact with

cause them to break on rare

live parts. The only user serviceable

occasions.

part is the lamp which has its own

removable cover.

Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers. Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel.

9. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.
12. When the projector is under operation, you may sense some heated air and odor from its ventilation grill. It is a normal phenomenon and not a product defect.

4 Important safety instructions

Safety Instructions (Continued)
13. Do not place this projector in any of 14.
the following environments.
– Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector.
– Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as the inside of a car with all windows rolled up.
– Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components, shorten the projector’s life span and darken the image.

Do not block the ventilation holes.
– Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft surface.
– Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any other item.
– Do not place inflammables near the projector.

– Locations near fire alarms – Locations with an ambient temperature
above 40°C / 104°F – Locations where the altitudes are higher
than 3000 m (10000 feet).

If the ventilation holes are seriously
obstructed, overheating inside the
projector may result in a fire.
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. Using the projector when it is not fully horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or damage to, the lamp.

3000 m (10000 feet)
0 m (0 feet)

16. Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fall over, causing injury or resulting in damage to the projector.

Important safety instructions 5

Safety Instructions (Continued)
17. Do not step on the projector or place any objects upon it. Besides probable physical damage to the projector, doing so may result in accidents and possible injury.
18. Do not place liquids near or on the projector. Liquids spilled into the projector may cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power supply’s power outlet and call BenQ to have the projector serviced.
19. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation.
Use only BenQ’s Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting the projector and ensure it is securely installed.

Ceiling mounting the projector
We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to person and property.
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.
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.
You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the place you purchased your BenQ projector. BenQ recommends that you also purchase a separate Kensington lock compatible security cable and attach it securely to both the Kensington lock slot on the projector and the base of the ceiling mount bracket. This will perform the secondary role of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose.
Hg – Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org.

20. This apparatus must be earthed.

6 Important safety instructions

Introduction

Projector features
The projector offers the following features · SmartEcoTM starts your dynamic power saving
The SmartEcoTM technology offers a new way of operating the projector lamp system and saves lamp power up to 70% depending on the content brightness level. · Longer lamp life with SmartEcoTM technology The SmartEcoTM technology lowers the power consumption and increases the lamp life when SmartEco mode is selected. · ECO BLANK saves 70% of lamp power Pressing the ECO BLANK button to hide the image and immediately lower 70% of the lamp power at the same time. · Less than 0.5W in standby condition Less than 0.5W power consumption under standby mode. · Filter Free Filter free design to lower maintenance and operating costs. · Network Control Wireless network control allowing management of projector status from a computer using a web browser. · One-key auto-adjustment Pressing AUTO on the keypad or remote control to show the best picture quality immediately. · Built-in 10W speaker(s) Built-in 10W speaker(s) providing mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected · Quick Cooling, Auto Power Off, Direct Power On Quick Cooling function speeds up the cooling process when turning off the projector. Auto Power Off function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time. Direct Power On boots up the projector automatically when the power is connected.
· 3D Function supported Various 3D formats make the 3D function more flexible. By presenting the depth of the images, you can wear BenQ 3D glasses to enjoy the 3D movies, videos and sporting events in a more realistic way.
· 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 7

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. *The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed information.

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Quick start guide

Power cord

VGA cable

User manual CD

Warranty card*

Remote control with batteries
Optional accessories
1. Spare lamp kit 2. Ceiling mount kit

3. RS232 cable 4. Carry bag

8 Introduction

Projector exterior view

Front/upper side 1 2 3 4 5
Rear/lower side
11 12 13 14 15
21 22
23

1. External control panel

(See “Controls and functions” on page 10

for details.)

2. Lamp cover

3. Vent (heated air exhaust)

4. Quick-release button

5. Lens cap 6 6. Focus and Zoom ring

7 7. Vent (cool air intake)

8 8. Speaker grill

9 9. Front IR remote sensor 10. Projection lens
10 11. RS232 control port

12. USB Type-A port

13. USB Mini-B port

14. HDMI-input port

15. RGB signal output jack

16. RGB (PC)/Component Video (YPbPr/

YCbCr) signal input jack

17. S-Video input jack

16 17 18 19 20

Video input jack

18. Audio (L/R) input jacks

19. Audio input jack

20. Audio output jack
24
21. AC power jack

22. Rear adjuster foot

23. Ceiling mount holes

24. Kensington anti-theft lock slot

Introduction 9

Controls and functions
Projector

1

2 9

10

11

3

12

4

13

5

14

6

15

7

16

8

1. Focus ring

11. LAMP indicator light

Adjusts the focus of the projected image.

Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up

2. Zoom ring

or flashes when the lamp has developed a

Adjusts the size of the image. 3. Top IR remote sensor

problem. 12. AUTO

4. MENU/EXIT

Automatically determines the best picture

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)

timings for the displayed image.

menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, 13. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, /

exits and saves menu settings.

Down)

POWER

Manually corrects distorted images

Toggles the projector between standby

resulting from an angled projection.

mode and on.

14. Right/

Left/

Increases the projector volume.

Decreases the projector volume. 7. MODE/ENTER
Selects an available picture setup mode.

When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the #6, #13, and #14 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to

Activates the selected On-Screen Display

make adjustments.

(OSD) menu item.

15. SOURCE

8. ECO BLANK

Displays the source selection bar.

Used to hide the screen picture.

9. POWER indicator light

Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. 10. TEMPerature warning light

Lights up red if the projector’s temperature becomes too high.

10 Introduction

Remote control

1

10. Page Up/Page Down

2 7

Operate your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to page up/

3

15

4

16

down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint).

5

11. Digital Zoom (+, -)

6

17

7

Magnifies or reduces the projected picture

8 18

size.

9

12. Timer On

10

11

19

Activates or displays an on-screen timer

20

based on your own timer setting.

12

21

13. Timer Set up

22

13

23

Enters presentation timer setting directly.

14

14. 3D settings

POWER

Enters 3D settings directly. 15. AUTO

Toggles the projector between standby

Automatically determines the best picture

mode and on.

timings for the displayed image.

2. Info

16. Right

Shows the status information of the

When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu

projector.

is activated, the #4, #7, and #16 keys are

3. MENU/EXIT

used as directional arrows to select the

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)

desired menu items and to make

menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu,

adjustments.

exits and saves menu settings.

17. SOURCE

Left

Displays the source selection bar.

5. MODE/ENTER

18. Volume +/-

Selects an available picture setup mode.

Adjusts the sound level.

Activates the selected On-Screen Display 19. Mute

(OSD) menu item.

Toggles projector audio between on and off.

6. ECO BLANK

20. Freeze

Used to hide the screen picture.

Freezes the projected image.

7. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, / 21. Test

Down)
Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. 8. SmartEco
Displays the lamp mode selection bar. (Normal/Economic/SmartEco) 9. Aspect

Displays the test pattern. 22. CC
Displays the video term description on screen which is provided for hard-of- hearing viewers. 23. Teaching template
Enters Teaching template setting directly.

Selects the display aspect ratio.

Introduction 11

Remote control effective range
The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector’s IR remote control sensor(s) to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor(s) should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet).
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor(s) on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam.
· Operating the projector from the front · Operating the projector from the top

Approx. +15º

Replacing the remote control batteries
1. Open the battery cover as illustrated. 2. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing
the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment. Positive (+) goes to positive and negative (-) goes to negative. 3. Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and snapping it back down into position.

· Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment like the kitchen, bathroom, sauna, sunroom or in a closed car.
· Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.
· Dispose of the used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local environment regulations for your region.
· Never throw the batteries into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.
· If the batteries are dead or if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.

12 Introduction

Positioning your projector

Choosing a location

Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations:

1. Front Table
Select this location with the projector placed on the table in front of the screen. This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability.

3. 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 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.

2. Front Ceiling
Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen.

Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.
Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.

4. Rear Table Select this location with the projector placed on the table behind the screen.
Note that a special rear projection screen is required.
Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.

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.

Positioning your projector 13

Obtaining a preferred projected image size

The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors in the projected image size.

Projection dimensions
Refer to “Dimensions” on page 54 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position.

Maximum zoom

Minimum zoom

Screen Center of lens

Vertical offset

Projection distance

Screen size

Diagonal Inch mm

W (mm)

H (mm)

40 1016 813 50 1270 1016 60 1524 1219 80 2032 1626 100 2540 2032 120 3048 2438 150 3810 3048 200 5080 4064 220 5588 4470 250 6350 5080 300 7620 6096

610 762 914 1219 1524 1829 2286 3048 3353 3810 4572

Distance from screen (mm)

Min length
(max. zoom)

Average

Max length
(min. zoom)

734

807

881

917

1009

1101

1211

1321

1468

1615

1761

1835

2018

2202

2422

2642

2752

3028

3303

3670

4037

4404

4037

4440

4844

4587

5046

5505

6055

6606

Vertical offset (mm)
30 38 46 61 76 91 114 152 168 191 229

For example, if you are using an 120-inch screen, the recommended projection distance is 2422 mm and the vertical offset is 91 mm.
If your measured projection distance is 3.0 m (3000 mm), the closest match in the “Distance from screen (mm)” column is 3028 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 150” (about 3.8 m) screen is required.
All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. 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. This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.

14 Positioning your projector

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. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted.
· In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see “Shipping contents” on page 8). They are commercially available from electronics stores.

· The connection illustrations below are for reference only. The rear connecting jacks available on the projector vary with each projector model.

Monitor

Notebook or desktop computer

A/V device

(VGA) 1

(DVI) 3
2

18 10 4 8 5 6 7 Speakers 8

9

or

1. VGA cable

6. Video cable

2. VGA to DVI-A cable

7. Audio L/R cable

3. USB cable

8. Audio cable

4. Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) 9. USB flash drive/USB wireless dongle

adapter cable

10. HDMI cable

5. S-Video 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 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. Refer to your notebook’s documentation to find your notebook’s key combination.
· The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the COMPUTER jack.

Connection 15

· If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make sure the Monitor Out function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu. See “Standby Settings” on page 44 for details.

Connecting video source devices

You need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the 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 projector and the video source device as described below:

Terminal name

Terminal appearance

Picture quality

HDMI

Best

Component Video

Better

S-Video

Good

Video

Normal

Connecting audio
The projector has built-in mono speaker(s) which are designed to provide basic audio functionality accompanying data presentations for business purposes only. They are not designed for, nor intended for stereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in home theater or home cinema applications. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is mixed into a common mono audio output through the projector speaker(s).
The built-in speaker(s) will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected.
· The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is connected. See “Connecting audio” on page 16 for details.
· If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, check that the video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.

16 Connection

Operation
Starting up the projector
1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a 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.
Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cord) only with the device to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire.
2. Press POWER to start the projector. As soon as the lamp lights up, a “Power On Ring Tone” will be heard. The POWER indicator light flashes green and stays green when the projector is on.
The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds. In the later stage of start up, a startup logo is projected.
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness.
To turn off the ring tone, see “Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone” on page 32 for details.
If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90 seconds before energizing the lamp.
3. If the projector is activated for the first time, select your OSD language following the on-screen instructions.
4. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to enter a six- digit password. See “Utilizing the password function” on page 21 for details.
5. Switch all of the connected equipment on. 6. The projector will start to search for input
signals. The current input signal being scanned appears in the upper left corner of the screen. If the projector doesn’t detect a valid signal, the message “No Signal” will continue displaying until an input signal is found.
You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your desired input signal. See “Switching input signal” on page 23 for details.
· If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector’s operating range, you will see the message “Out of Range” displayed on the background screen. Please change to an input signal which is compatible with the projector’s resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting. See “Timing chart” on page 55 for details.
· If no signal is detected for 3 minutes, the projector automatically enters ECO BLANK mode.

Operation 17

Adjusting the projected image

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:

1. Press the quick-release button and lift the front of the projector. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the quick-release button to lock the foot in position.
2. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine-tune the horizontal angle.
To retract the foot, hold up the projector while pressing the quick-release button, then slowly lower the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse direction.
If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. To correct this situation, see “Correcting keystone” on page 19 for details.

1

2

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 quickrelease button as it is close to the exhaust vent where hot air comes from.

Auto-adjusting the image

In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the projector or remote control. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best picture quality.

The current source information will be displayed in the corner of the screen for 3 seconds.

This function is only available when PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.

Fine-tuning the image size and clarity

1. Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the zoom ring.

2. Sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring.

18 Operation

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, you will need to manually correct it following ONE of these steps.

· Using the remote control
Press / on the projector or remote control to display the Keystone correction page. Press to correct keystoning at the top of the
image. Press to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.

Press / .

· Using the OSD menu 1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted. 2. Press to highlight Keystone and press MODE/ENTER. The Keystone
correction page appears. 3. Press to correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press to correct
keystoning at the bottom of the image.

Operation 19

Using the menus
The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings.
The OSD screenshots below are for reference only, and may differ from the actual design.
Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Main menu icon

Main menu Sub-menu
Highlight Current input signal

DISPLAY
Wall Color Aspect Ratio Keystone Position Phase H. Size Digital Zoom 3D Sync 3D Sync Invert Teaching Template
Analog RGB

Off Auto

ENTER 0 0

Status

Off Disable
MENU Exit

Press MENU/ EXIT to the previous page or to exit.

The following example describes how to set the OSD language.

1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or 3. Press to highlight Language

remote control to turn the OSD menu on.

and press MODE/ENTER.

DISPLAY
Wall Color Aspect Ratio Keystone Position Phase H. Size Digital Zoom 3D Sync 3D Sync Invert Teaching Template
Analog RGB

Off Auto
0 0
Off Disable
MENU Exit

4. Press / / / to select a preferred language.

SYSTEM SETUP: Basic
Presentation Timer Language Projector Position Menu Settings Operation Settings Remote Receiver
Panel Key Lock Background Color Splash Screen Auto Blank

English Front Table
Front+Top Off
BenQ BenQ
On

Analog RGB

MENU Exit

2. Use / to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu.

SYSTEM SETUP: Basic
Presentation Timer Language Projector Position Menu Settings Operation Settings Remote Receiver Panel Key Lock Background Color Splash Screen Auto Blank

English Front Table
Front+Top Off
BenQ BenQ
On

5. Press MENU/EXIT twice on the projector or remote control to leave and save the settings.
The first press leads you back to the main menu and the second press closes the OSD menu.

Analog RGB

MENU Exit

20 Operation

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 24 on page 9 for details.

A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and the lock. Refer to the lock’s documentation for finding out how to use it.

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.

WARNING: You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and subsequently forget the password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the password you used in this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall.

Setting a password

Once a password has been set and the power on lock is activated, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started.

1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security

Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Security Settings page appears.

2. Highlight Change Security Settings and press MODE/ENTER.

3. As pictured to the right, the four arrow keys

INPUT NEW PASSWORD

( , , , ) respectively represent 4 digits

(1, 2, 3, 4). According to the password you

desire to set, press the arrow keys to enter six

digits for the password.

4. Confirm the new password by re-entering the

new password.

Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page.

MENU Back

5. To activate the Power On Lock function, press / to highlight Power On Lock

and press / to select On.

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.

Password:

Keep this manual in a safe place.

6. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.

If you forget the password

If the password function is activated, you will be asked

to enter the six-digit password every time you turn on the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the

Password Error

password error message as pictured to the right

Please try again.

displays lasting for 3 seconds, and the INPUT

PASSWORD message follows. You can retry by

entering another six-digit password, or if you did not

record the password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use

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the password recall procedure. See “Entering the password recall procedure” on page 22 for details.

If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically shut down in a short time.

Entering the password recall procedure

1. Press and hold AUTO on the projector or

remote control for 3 seconds. The

RECALL PASSWORD

projector will display a coded number on the screen. 2. Write down the number and turn off your

Please write down the recall code, and contact BenQ Customer Center.

projector. 3. Seek help from the local BenQ service
center to decode the number. You may be

Recall Code: 255 255 255 255

required to provide proof of purchase

MENU Exit

documentation to verify that you are an

authorized user of the projector.

Changing the password
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced> Security Settings

Disabling the password function
To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings > Change Security Settings menu after opening the OSD menu system. Press MODE/ENTER. The message “INPUT PASSWORD” appears. Enter the current password.

i. If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page.

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Press to highlight Power On Lock and press / to select Off. You will not have to enter the password next time when turning on the projector. ii. If the password is incorrect, the password error message appears lasting for three seconds, and the message “INPUT PASSWORD” appears for your retry. You can press MENU/EXIT to cancel the change or try another password.
Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should you ever need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password.
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.
To select the source:
1. Press SOURCE on the projector or remote control. A source selection bar appears.
2. Press / until your desired signal is selected and press MODE/ENTER.
Once detected, the selected source information will display at the corner of the screen for seconds. If there is multiple equipment connected to the projector, repeat steps 1-2 to search for another signal.
· The brightness level of the projected image will change accordingly when you switch between different input signals. Data (graphic) “PC” presentations using mostly static images are generally brighter than “Video” using mostly moving images (movies).
· The native display resolution of this projector is in a 4:3 aspect ratio. For best display picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at this resolution. Any other resolutions will be scaled by the projector depending upon the “aspect ratio” setting, which may cause some image distortion or loss of picture clarity. See “Selecting the aspect ratio” on page 24 for details.
Changing Color Space
In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s HDMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV.
To do this:
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the SOURCE menu is highlighted. 2. Press to highlight Color Space Conversion and press / to select a suitable
color space.
This function is only available when the HDMI-input port is in use.

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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 1. Press Digital Zoom+/- to display the Zoom bar. Press Digital Zoom+ to magnify
the center of the picture. Press the key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your need. 2. Use the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture. 3. To restore the picture to its original size, press AUTO. You can also press Digital Zoom-. When the key is pressed again, the picture is further reduced until it is restored to the original size.
· Using the OSD menu 1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted. 2. Press to highlight Digital Zoom and press MODE/ENTER. The Zoom bar
appears. 3. Press repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size. 4. To navigate the picture, press MODE/ENTER to switch to the panning mode and
press the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture. 5. To reduce size of the picture, press MODE/ENTER to switch back to the zoom in/ out function, and press AUTO to restore the picture to its original size. You can also press repeatedly until it is restored to the original size.
The picture can only be navigated after it is magnified. You can further magnify the picture while 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 some computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio.
With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal.
To change the projected picture ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):
· Using the remote control 1. Press Aspect to show the current setting. 2. Press Aspect repeatedly to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video
signal and your display requirements. · Using the OSD menu 1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted. 2. Press to highlight Aspect Ratio. 3. Press / to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your
display requirements.

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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.

1. Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit 4. 16:9: Scales an image so that it is

the projector’s native resolution in its

displayed in the center of the

horizontal or vertical width. This is suitable

screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio.

for the incoming image which is neither in

This is most suitable for images

4:3 nor 16:9 and you want to make most

which are already in a 16:9 aspect,

use of the screen without altering the

like high definition TV, as it

image’s aspect ratio.

displays them without aspect

alteration.

15:9 picture

16:9 picture

2. Real: The image is projected as its original 5. 16:10: Scales an image so that it

resolution, and resized to fit within the

is displayed in the center of the

display area. For input signals with lower

screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio.

resolutions, the projected image will

This is most suitable for images

display smaller than if resized to full screen.

which are already in a 16:10

You could adjust the zoom setting or move

aspect, as it displays them without

the projector towards the screen to

aspect alteration.

increase the image size if necessary. You

may also need to refocus the projector

after making these adjustments.

16:10 picture

4:3 picture

16:9 picture
3. 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 some computer monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration.
4:3 picture

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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 > Wall Color menu and press / to select a color which is closest to the color of the projection surface. There are several precalibrated colors to choose from: Light Yellow, Pink, Light Green, Blue, and Blackboard.
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.
· Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control repeatedly until your desired mode is selected.
· Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu and press / to select a desired mode.
1. Dynamic mode: 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.
2. Presentation mode: Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring.
3. sRGB mode: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life images regardless of brightness setting. It is most suitable for viewing photos taken with an sRGB compatible and properly calibrated camera, and for viewing PC graphic and drawing applications such as AutoCAD.
4. Cinema mode: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little light) environment.
5. User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes. See “Setting the User 1/User 2 mode” on page 26 for details.
Setting the User 1/User 2 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 1/2) as a starting point and customize the settings.
1. Press MENU/EXIT to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 2. Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu. 3. Press / to select User 1 or User 2. 4. Press to highlight Reference Mode.
This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode sub-menu item.
5. Press / to select a picture mode that is closest to your need.

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6. Press to select a menu item to be changed and adjust the value with / . See “Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes” below for details.

Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes

According to the detected signal type and selected picture mode, some of the below functions may not be available. Based on your needs, you can make adjustments to these
functions by highlighting them and pressing / on the projector or remote control.

Adjusting Brightness
The higher the value, the brighter the image. And the lower the setting, the darker the image. Adjust this control so the black areas of the image appear just as black and that detail in the dark areas is visible.

+30

+50

+70

Adjusting Contrast
The higher the value, the greater the contrast. Use this to set the peak white level after you have previously adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected input and viewing environment.

-30

0

+30

Adjusting Color
Lower setting produces less saturated colors. If the setting is too high, colors on the image will be overpowering, which makes the image unrealistic.

Adjusting Tint
The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the more greenish the picture becomes.

Adjusting Sharpness
The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the softer the picture becomes.

Adjusting Brilliant Color
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. If you prefer images with that quality, select On. If you don’t need it, select Off.

When Off is selected, the Color Temperature function is not available.

Selecting a Color Temperature
The options available for color temperature* settings vary according to the signal type selected.

1. T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear the most bluish white than other settings.
2. T2: Makes images appear bluish white. 3. T3: Maintains normal colorings for white. 4. T4: Makes images appear reddish white.
*About color temperatures: There are many different shades that are considered to be “white” for various purposes. One of the common methods of representing white color is known as the “color

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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.

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. Color management provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color reproduction, should you require it.

Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible viewing conditions. You will need to use a colorimeter (color light meter), and provide a set of suitable source images to measure color reproduction. These tools are not provided with the projector, however, your projector supplier should be able to provide you with suitable guidance, or even an experienced professional installer.

The Color Management provides six sets (RGBCMY) of colors to be adjusted. When you select each color, you can independently adjust its range and saturation according to your preference.

If you have purchased a test disc which contains various color test patterns and can be used to test the color presentation on monitors, TVs, projectors, etc, you can project any image from the disc on the screen and enter the 3D Color Management menu to make adjustments.

To adjust the settings:

1. Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management. 2. Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control and the 3D Color
Management page appears.

3. Highlight Primary Color and press / to select a color from among Red, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, or Magenta.
4. Press to highlight Hue and press / to select its range. Increase in the range will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors.

Please refer to the illustration to the right for how the colors relate to each other.

For example, if you select Red and set its range at 0, only pure red in the projected picture will be selected. Increasing its range will include red close to yellow and red close to magenta. 5. Press to highlight Saturation and adjust

RED

Yellow

GREEN

Magenta

Cyan

its values to your preference by pressing /

. Every adjustment made will reflect to

BLUE

the image immediately.

For example, if you select Red and set its value at 0, only the saturation of pure red will be affected.
Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less saturated colors; a setting of “0” removes that color from the image entirely. If the saturation is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic.

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6. 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. 7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments. 8. Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments. 9. Press MENU/EXIT to exit and save the settings.

Setting the presentation timer

Presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize this function:

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and press MODE/ENTER to display the Presentation Timer page.
2. Highlight Timer Period and decide the time period by pressing / . The length of time can be set from 1 to 5 minutes in 1-minute increments and 5 to 240 minutes in 5-minute increments.
If the timer is already on, the timer will restart whenever the Timer Period is reset.
3. Press to highlight Timer Display and choose if you want the timer to show up on the screen by pressing / .

Selection Always 3 min/2 min/1 min Never

Description Displays the timer on screen throughout the presentation time. Displays the timer on screen in the last 3/2/1 minute(s). Hides the timer throughout the presentation time.

4. Press to highlight Timer Position and set the timer position by pressing / .

Top-Left Bottom-Left Top-Right Bottom-Right

5. Press to highlight Timer Counting Direction and select your desired counting direction by pressing / .

Selection Count Up Count Down

Description Increases from 0 to the preset time. Decreases from the preset time to 0.

6. Press to highlight Sound Reminder and decide if you want to activate sound reminder by pressing / . If you select On, a double beep sound will be heard at the last 30 seconds of counting down/up, and a triple beep sound will be produced when the timer is up.
7. To activate the presentation timer, press and press / to highlight On and press MODE/ENTER.
8. A confirmation message appears. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is On” displaying on the screen. The timer starts counting when the timer is on.
To cancel the timer, perform the following steps:
1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off. Press MODE/ENTER. A confirmation message appears.

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2. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is Off” displaying on the screen.
Remote paging operations
Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using the paging function. See “Connection” on page 15 for details.
You can operate your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint) by pressing Page Up/Page Down on the remote control.
If remote paging function doesn’t work, check if the USB connection is correctly made and the mouse driver on your computer is updated to the latest version.
The remote paging function cannot work with Microsoft® Windows®98 operating system. Windows®XP or higher operating systems are recommended.
Freezing the image
Press Freeze on the remote control to freeze the image. The word “FREEZE” will appear in the upper left corner of the screen. To release the function, press any key on the projector or remote control.
If your remote control has the following keys, please note that they cannot be pressed to release the function: LASER, #1, #4, Page Up/Page Down.
Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures are running on the video or other device. If the connected devices have active audio output, you will still hear the audio even though the image is frozen onscreen.

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Hiding the image

In order to draw the audience’s full attention to the presenter, you can use ECO BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. When this function is activated with an audio input connected, the audio can still be heard.

You can set the blank time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Operation Settings > Blank Timer 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.

If the preset time spans are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable.

No matter Blank Timer is activated or not, you can press most of the keys on the projector or remote control to restore the picture.

To provide you a quick and friendly way to temporarily hide the screen image, the projector is equipped with a sensor to detect any object approaching the projection lens and enters blank status automatically in a short time once the object is within 30 degrees perpendicular to the sensor and 10 cm from the sensor. Moving the object away from the effective range will also return the projector to normal projection status within a few seconds.

15 15
10cm

Be sure the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Auto Blank menu is On.

The effective range of the sensor may vary according to the material and color of the blocking object.
Locking control keys
With the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the Panel Key Lock is
on, no control keys on the projector will operate except POWER.

1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock menu, and select On by
pressing / on the projector or remote control. A confirmation message appears. 2. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER to confirm. To release panel key lock, use the remote control to enter the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock menu and press / to select Off.

· Keys on the remote control are still active when panel key lock is enabled.

· If you press POWER to turn off the projector without disabling panel key lock, the projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on.
Operating in a high altitude environment
We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m 3000 m above sea level, and ambient temperature is between 0°C35°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.
To activate the High Altitude Mode:

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1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted.
2. Press to highlight High Altitude Mode and press / select On. A confirmation message appears.
3. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER. Operation under “High Altitude Mode” may cause a higher decibel operating noise level because of increased fan speed necessary to improve overall system cooling and performance.

If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the above, it may display auto shut-down symptoms, which is designed to protect your projector from overheating. In cases like this, you should switch to High Altitude mode to solve these symptoms. However, this is not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or extreme conditions.
Adjusting the sound

The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker(s). Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See “Connection” on page 15 for how the audio input is connected.

Muting the sound
To temporarily turn off the sound:
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted.
2. Press to highlight Audio Settings and press MODE/ENTER. The Audio Settings page appears.
3. Highlight Mute and press / to select On.
If available, you can also press Mute on the remote control to toggle projector audio between on and off.
Adjusting the sound level

To adjust the sound level, press Volume +/- or
1. Repeat steps 1-2 above. 2. Press to highlight Volume and press /

/ , or: to select a desired sound level.

Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone
To turn off the ring tone:
1. Repeat steps 1-2 above. 2. Press to highlight Power On/Off Ring Tone and press / to select Off.
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.

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Using the test pattern
The projector is able to display the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion.
To display the test pattern, open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Test Pattern and press / to select On.

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Using the teaching templates

The projector provides several preset patterns for various teaching purposes. To activate the pattern:
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the DISPLAY > Teaching Template and press / to select Blackboard or Whiteboard.
2. Press / to choose the pattern you need.
3. Press MODE/ENTER to activate the pattern.

Teaching Template

Whiteboard

Blackboard

Letter Formation

Worksheet

Coordinate Chart

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Presenting from a USB Reader

This feature displays a slide show of images stored on a USB flash drive connected to the projector. It can eliminate the need for a computer source.

Supported image formats:

· JPEG(JPG) · BMP

· PNG · GIF

· A square box will display on the filename for unidentified characters.

· Thai filename is not supported.

· TIFF ·

· Files in GIF, TIFF, PNG and BMP formats can be displayed for the file size smaller than WXGA (1280 x 800) only.

· If a folder consists of more than 200 photos, only the first 200 photos can be displayed.
To view your pictures as a slide show, follow these steps:
1. Plug the USB flash drive into the USB TYPE-A jack of the projector. 2. The projector automatically displays the thumbnails. Or you can manually select
USB Reader from the source selection bar.

When viewing thumbnails

To open the folder scroll through thumbnails return to a previous page exit USB Reader change to a different page go back to the first page of that folder start a slide show adjust USB Reader settings

Press Enter four arrow keys Auto Exit
/ Back Slideshow when an image is highlighted. Setting

During a slide show

To go to the previous or next image
rotate the image by 90 degree clockwise/ counterclockwise
return to a previous page start/stop a slide show

Press
/
/ (Rotation is temporary; the image returns to its original orientation when you go back to thumbnails) Auto Enter

Setting page
You can adjust the file order and Slideshow settings. When you are done, press OK to save the settings or press Cancel to ignore the change.

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Shutting down the projector
1. Press POWER and a confirmation message will appear prompting you.
If you don’t respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear.
2. Press POWER a second time. The POWER indicator light flashes orange, the projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector.
To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process. To shorten the cooling time, you can also activate the Quick cooling function. See “Quick Cooling” on page 43 for details.
3. Once the cooling process finishes, a “Power Off Ring Tone” will be heard. The POWER indicator light is a steady orange and fans stop. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.
· To turn off the power ring tone, see “Turning off the Power On/ Off Ring Tone” on page 32 for details.
· If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, when you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans will run for a
few minutes to cool down. Press POWER again to start the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange.
· Lamp life results will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage.
Direct power off
The AC power cord can be pulled out right after the projector is turned off. To protect the lamp, wait about 10 minutes before re-starting the projector. (When you attempt to re-start the projector, the fans may run for a few minutes to cool down. In such cases, press POWER again to start the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange.

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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

1. DISPLAY
2. PICTURE
3. SOURCE

Wall Color

Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/Blue/Blackboard

Aspect Ratio

Auto/Real/4:3/16:9/16:10

Keystone

Position

Phase

H. Size

Digital Zoom

Off/Top Bottom/Frame

3D Sync

Sequential/nVIDIA 3D (MS616ST

only)

3D Sync Invert

Disable/Invert

Teaching

Blackboard

Off/Letter Formation/Worksheet/ Coordinate Chart

Template

Whiteboard

Off/Letter Formation/Worksheet/ Coordinate Chart

Picture Mode Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/User 1/User 2

Reference Mode Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Brilliant Color

On/Off

Color Temperature

T1/T2/T3/T4

Primary Color R/G/B/C/M/Y

3D Color

Hue

Management Saturation

Gain

Save Settings

Quick Auto Search

On/Off

Color Space Conversion

Auto/RGB/YUV

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Main menu Sub-menu
Presentation Timer

Options

Timer Period
Timer Display
Timer Position
Timer Counting Direction Sound Reminder On/Off

1~240 minutes Always/3 min/2 min/1 min/ Never Top-Left/Bottom-Left/TopRight /Bottom-Right
Count Down/Count Up
On/Off

Language

4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic

Projector Position

Front Table/Rear Table/Rear Ceiling/Front Ceiling

Menu Display 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25

Time

sec/30 sec

Menu Settings Menu Position

Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/ Bottom-Right/Bottom-Left

Reminder Message

On/Off

Direct Power On On/Off

Operation Settings

Auto Power Off Blank Timer

Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/30 min
Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/30 min

Sleep Timer

Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/8 hr/12 hr

Remote Receiver

Front+Top/Front/Top

Panel Key Lock

On/Off

Background Color

Black/Blue/Purple/BenQ

Splash Screen

Black/Blue/BenQ

Auto Blank

On/Off

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Main menu Sub-menu

Options

5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced
6. INFORMA TION

Quick Cooling

On/Off

High Altitude Mode

On/Off

Mute

On/Off

Audio Settings Volume Power On/Off Ring Tone

On/Off

Lamp Mode

Normal/Economic/SmartEco

Lamp Settings Reset Lamp Timer

Equivalent Lamp Hour

Security Settings

Change Password

Change Security Settings

Power On Lock

Baud Rate

2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/ 38400/57600/115200

Test Pattern

On/Off

Closed Caption Closed Caption Enable

On/Off

Caption Version CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4

Standby

Network

On/Off

Settings

Monitor Out

On/Off

Status

Network

Wireless LAN

SSID IP Address

Settings

Connection Mode

Projection Log In Code

On/Off

Reset All Settings

· Source

· Picture Mode

Current System Status

· Resolution · Color System

· 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.

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1. DISPLAY menu

Description of each menu

Function Wall Color Aspect Ratio Keystone Position
Phase

Description
Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See “Using Wall Color” on page 26 for details. There are several options to set the image’s aspect ratio depending on your input signal source. See “Selecting the aspect ratio” on page 24 for details. Corrects any keystoning of the image. See “Correcting keystone” on page 19 for details. Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected image, use the directional arrow keys. The values shown on the lower position of the page change with every key press you made until they reach their maximum or minimum.
This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.
Adjusts the clock phase to reduce image distortion.

H. Size Digital Zoom
3D Sync

This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.
Adjusts the horizontal width of the image.
This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.
Magnifies or reduces the projected image. See “Magnifying and searching for details” on page 24 for details. This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images. You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D images.
· For a PC type signal When the vertical frequency is 60Hz or 120Hz, and the content being projected is made with 3D technology, selecting Off/Top Bottom/ Frame Sequential will present the 3D images.
· For a video type signal When the content being projected is made with 3D technology, selecting On will present the 3D images.
· nVIDIA 3D (MS616ST only) Select this item while using nVIDIA 3D glasses, IR emitter, nVIDIA graphics card and nVIDIA compliant 3D games or 3D movies with corresponding SW player. Please visit nVIDIA website to check detailed system configuration.
When the 3D function is on:
· The brightness level of the projected image will decrease.
· The Picture Mode cannot be adjusted.

40 Operation

1. DISPLAY menu

Function
3D Sync Invert

Description
When you discover the inversion of the image depth, enable this function to correct the problem.

Teaching Template

See “Using the teaching templates” on page 34 for details.

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 26 for details.

Reference Mode

Selects a picture mode that best suits your need for the image quality and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the same page below. See “Setting the User 1/User 2 mode” on page 26 for details.

Brightness

Adjusts the brightness of the image. See “Adjusting Brightness” on page 27 for details.

Contrast

Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the image. See “Adjusting Contrast” on page 27 for details.

Color Tint Sharpness

Adjusts the color saturation level — the amount of each color in a video image. See “Adjusting Color” on page 27 for details.
This function is only available when a Video, S-Video or Component Video signal is selected.
Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See “Adjusting Tint” on page 27 for details.
This function is only available when a Video or S-Video signal is selected and the system format is NTSC.
Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See “Adjusting Sharpness” on page 27 for details.
This function is only available when a Video, S-Video or Component Video signal is selected.

Brilliant Color See “Adjusting Brilliant Color” on page 27 for details.

Color Temperature See “Selecting a Color Temperature” on page 27 for details.

3D Color Management

See “3D Color Management” on page 28 for details.

Save Settings Saves the settings made for User 1 or User 2 mode.

2. PICTURE menu

Operation 41

3. SOURCE

4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu

Function
Quick Auto Search

Description
See “Switching input signal” on page 23 for details.

Color Space Conversion

See “Changing Color Space” on page 23 for details.

Presentation Timer Language Projector Position
Menu Settings
Operation Settings
Remote Receiver

Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See “Setting the presentation timer” on page 29 for details.
Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See “Using the menus” on page 20 for details.
The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See “Choosing a location” on page 13 for details.
Menu Display Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press.
Menu Position Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position.
Reminder Message Sets the reminder messages on or off. Direct Power On Allows the projector to turn on automatically once the power is fed through the power cord.
Auto Power Off Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time. See “Setting Auto Power Off” on page 46 for details.
Blank Timer Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated, once elapsed the image will return to the screen. See “Hiding the image” on page 31 for details.
Sleep Timer Sets the auto-shutdown timer.
Allows you to enable all the remote receivers or one specific remote receiver on the projector.

Panel Key Lock
Background Color

Disables or enables all panel key functions except POWER on the projector and keys on the remote control. See “Locking control keys” on page 31 for details.
Sets the background color for the projector.

42 Operation

4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic

5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu

Function
Splash Screen

Description
Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-up.

Auto Blank See “Hiding the image” on page 31 for details.

Quick Cooling

Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On enables the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal 90-second duration to approximately 30 seconds.

High Altitude Mode

A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See “Operating in a high altitude environment” on page 31 for details.

Audio Settings

Mute
Volume
Power On/Off Ring Tone See “Adjusting the sound” on page 32 for details.
Lamp Mode See “Setting Lamp Mode as Economic or SmartEco” on page 46 for details.

Lamp Settings

Reset Lamp Timer See “Resetting the lamp timer” on page 50 for details.

Security Settings
Baud Rate

Equivalent Lamp Hour See “Getting to know the lamp hour” on page 46 for details on how the total lamp hour is calculated.
Change Password You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one. See “Utilizing the password function” on page 21 for details.
Change Security Settings
Power On Lock See “Utilizing the password function” on page 21 for details.
Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel.

Test Pattern See “Using the test pattern” on page 33 for details.

Operation 43

5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu

Function
Closed Caption
Standby Settings
Network Settings Reset All Settings
Current System Status

Description
Closed Caption Enable Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions.
· Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as “CC” in TV listings).
Caption Version Selects a preferred closed captioning mode. To view captions, select CC1, CC2, CC3, or CC4 (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area). 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 jack is correctly connected to devices. See “Connection” on page 15 for how to make the connection. Wireless LAN Projection Log In Code See BenQ Network Projector Operation Guide for details. Returns all settings to the factory preset values.
The following settings will still remain: Phase, H. Size, Projector Position, Color Space Conversion, High Altitude Mode, Security Settings, Baud Rate and Network Settings.
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: YUV, or RGB.
Equivalent Lamp Hour Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
Firmware Version Shows the firmware version of your projector.

6. INFORMATION menu

44 Operation

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.
Cleaning the lens
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Please be sure to turn off the projector and let it cool down completely before cleaning the lens.
· Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. · If there is dirt or smears, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens
cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface. · Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile
solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to the projector surface and cabinet material.
Cleaning the projector case
Before you clean the case, turn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as described in “Shutting down the projector” on page 36 and unplug the power cord.
· To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, lint-free cloth. · To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH
detergent. Then wipe the case.
Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.
Storing the projector
If you need to store the projector for an extended time, please follow the instructions below:
· Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector. Please refer to “Specifications” on page 53 or consult your dealer about the range.
· Retract the adjuster feet. · Remove the battery from the remote control. · Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent.
Transporting the projector
It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent.

Maintenance 45

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.
See “Setting Lamp Mode as Economic or SmartEco” below for more information on Economic mode.
To obtain the lamp hour information:
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu.
2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page appears.
3. You will see the Equivalent Lamp Hour information appearing on the menu. 4. To leave the menu, press MENU/EXIT. You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu.
Extending lamp life
The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 3000-4000 hours with proper usage. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menu.
· Setting Lamp Mode as Economic or SmartEco Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by 30%. Using SmartEco mode reduces system noise and power consumption by up to 70%. If the Economic or SmartEco mode is selected, the light output will be reduced and result in darker projected pictures.
Setting the projector in Economic or SmartEco mode also extends the lamp operation life. To set Economic mode, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings > Lamp Mode menu and press / .

Lamp mode Description

Normal 100% lamp brightness

Economic Saves 30% lamp power consumption

SmartEco

Saves up to 70% lamp power consumption depending on the content brightness level

· Setting Auto Power Off
This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life.
To set Auto Power Off, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Operation Settings > Auto Power Off menu and press / . The time period can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments. If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable. The projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period.

Maintenance

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.
Go to http://lamp.benq.com for a replacement lamp.
The LAMP indicator light and TEMPerature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See “Indicators” on page 51 for details.
The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.

Status
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the projector is normally run with Economic selected (See “Getting to know the lamp hour” on page 46), you may continue to operate the projector until the next hour lamp warning appears.
Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message.

Notice

Message
Order Replacement Lamp Lamp>XXXX Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com
OK

It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item. The lamp brightness diminishes with use. This is normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp whenever you notice that the brightness level has significantly diminished.
Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message.

Notice
Replace Lamp Soon Lamp>XXXX Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com
OK

Notice
Replace Lamp Now Lamp>XXXX Hours Lamp usage time exceeded
Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com OK

The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally.
Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message.

WARNING
Out of Lamp Usage Time
Replace lamp (Refer to user manual) Then reset lamp timer Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

OK

“XXXX” shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models.

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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.
· To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.
· To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the lens, do not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.
· This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner.
· To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a qualified 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.
1. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. If the lamp is hot, avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled.
2. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp cover on the side of the projector until the lamp cover loosens.

3. Remove the lamp cover from the projector.
· 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.
4. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp. 5. Lift the handle so that it stands up.

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6. 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.
· Do not insert your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical components inside, it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images.
7. As shown in the figure, lower the new lamp.

8. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.

9. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked

1

in place.

· Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction.
2 · Do not over tighten the screw.

10. Replace the lamp cover on the projector.

11. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp cover.
· Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction.
· Do not over tighten the screw.
12. Connect the power and restart the projector.
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.

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Resetting the lamp timer 13. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the
SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page appears. Highlight Reset Lamp Timer. A warning message appears asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. 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.

50 Maintenance

Indicators
Light

Status & Description

Orange Green Flashing Green Orange Flashing
Off Orange Flashing
Off
Off
Off
Off
Orange Red
Green Off
Orange Red
Green Off Off

Off Off Off Off
Off Off
Red
Red
Red
Red Red Red Red Green Red Red Red Green Red

Power events
Off Stand-by mode. Off Powering up. Off Normal operation. Off Normal power- down cooling

Lamp events
Red Lamp error in normal operation

Red Lamp is not lit up

Thermal events

Off

Fan 1 error (the actual fan speed is +25% outside the desired speed)

Red

Fan 2 error (the actual fan speed is +25% outside the desired speed)

Green

Fan 3 error (the actual fan speed is +25% outside the desired speed)

Orange

Fan 4 error (the actual fan speed is +25% outside the desired speed)

Red Temperature 1 error (over limited temperature)

Red Thermal Sensor 1 open error

Red Thermal Sensor 1 short error

Red Fan IC #1 I2C Connection error

Green Temperature 2 error (over limited temperature)

Green Thermal Sensor 2 open error

Green Thermal Sensor 2 short error

Orange Fan IC #2 I2C Connection error

Off Fans do not rotate in the process of powering up

Maintenance 51

Troubleshooting

The projector does not turn on.

Cause

Remedy

There is no power from the power cord.
Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process.

Plug the power cord into the AC power jack on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.
Wait until the cooling down process has completed.

No picture

Cause

Remedy

The video source is not turned on or connected correctly. The projector is not correctly connected to the input signal device. The input signal has not been correctly selected. The lens cover is still closed.

Turn the video source on and check that the signal cable is connected correctly.
Check the connection.
Select the correct input signal with the SOURCE key on the projector or remote control. Open the lens cover.

Blurred image

Cause
The projection lens is not correctly focused. The projector and the screen are not aligned properly. The lens cover is still closed.

Remedy
Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring.
Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector if necessary. Open the lens cover.

Remote control does not work

Cause

Remedy

The battery is out of power. There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector. You are too far away from the projector.

Replace the battery with new ones. Remove the obstacle. Stand within 8 meters (26 feet) of the projector.

The password is incorrect

Cause
You do not remember the password.

Remedy
Please see “Entering the password recall procedure” on page 22 for details.

52 Troubleshooting

Specifications

Projector specifications
All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Optical

Control

Resolution 800 x 600 SVGA (MS616ST)

RS-232 serial control 9 pin x 1

1024 x 768 XGA (MX618ST)

IR receiver x 2

Display system 1-CHIP DMD

Input terminals

Lens F/Number F = 2.6 ~ 2.78, f = 10.2 ~ 12.24 mm

Computer input RGB input

Lamp 190 W lamp (MS616ST)

D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 Video signal input

210 W lamp (MX618ST)

S-VIDEO

Mini DIN 4-pin port x 1

Electrical

VIDEO

RCA jack x 1

Power supply

SD/HDTV signal input

AC100240V, 3.2 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic)

Analog – Component RCA jack x 3

(MS616ST)

(through RGB input)

AC100240V, 3.5 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic)

Digital – HDMI x 1

(MX618ST)

Power consumption

Audio signal input

275 W (Max); < 0.5 W (Standby) (MS616ST) Audio in

295 W (Max); < 0.5 W (Standby) (MX618ST)

RCA audio jack (L/R) x 2

PC audio jack x 1

Mechanical

USB port Mini-B x 1

Weight 2.75 Kg (6.06 lbs)

Type A x 1

Output terminals
RGB output D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1
Speaker (Stereo) 10 watt x 1
Audio signal output PC audio jack x 1

Environmental Requirements
Operating temperature 0°C40°C at sea level
Operating relative humidity 10%90% (without condensation)
Operating altitude 01499 m at 0°C35°C 15003000 m at 0°C30°C (with High Altitude Mode on)

Specifications 53

Dimensions
312 mm (W) x 104 mm (H) x 244 mm (D)
244 104
Ceiling mount installation
Ceiling Mount screw: M4 x 8 (Max L = 8 mm)

312

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58

Unit: mm

54 Specifications

Timing chart

Supported timing for PC input

Resolution

Mode

VGA_60

640 x 480

VGA_72 VGA_75

VGA_85

720 x 400

720 x 400_70

SVGA_56

SVGA_60*

SVGA_72

800 x 600

SVGA_75

SVGA_85

SVGA_120**

(Reduce Blanking)

XGA_60*

XGA_70

1024 x 768

XGA_75 XGA_85

XGA_120**

(Reduce Blanking)

1152 x 864

1152 x 864_75

1024 x 576

BenQ Notebook_timing

1024 x 600

BenQ Notebook_timing

1280 x 720

1280 x 720_60*

1280 x 768

1280 x 768_60*

WXGA_60*

WXGA_75

1280 x 800

WXGA_85

WXGA_120**

(Reduce Blanking)

SXGA_60***

1280 x 1024

SXGA_75

SXGA_85

1280 x 960

1280 x 960_60*** 1280 x 960_85

1360 x 768

1360 x 768_60***

1440 x 900

WXGA+_60***

1400 x 1050

SXGA+_60***

1600 x 1200

UXGA

1680 x 1050

1680x1050_60

640 x 480@67Hz

MAC13

832 x 624@75Hz

MAC16

1024 x 768@75Hz

MAC19

1152 x 870@75Hz

MAC21

Vertical Frequency
(Hz) 59.940 72.809 75.000 85.008 70.087 56.250 60.317 72.188 75.000 85.061
119.854
60.004 70.069 75.029 84.997
119.989
75
60.0
64.995
60 59.870 59.810 74.934 84.880
119.909
60.020 75.025 85.024 60.000 85.002 60.015 59.887 59.978 60.000 59.954 66.667 74.546 75.020 75.060

Horizontal Frequency
(kHz) 31.469 37.861 37.500 43.269 31.469 35.156 37.879 48.077 46.875 53.674
77.425
48.363 56.476 60.023 68.667
97.551
67.5
35.820
41.467
45.000 47.776 49.702 62.795 71.554
101.563
63.981 79.976 91.146 60.000 85.938 47.712 55.935 65.317 75.000 65.290 35.000 49.722 60.241 68.680

Pixel Frequency
(MHz) 25.175 31.500 31.500 36.000 28.3221 36.000 40.000 50.000 49.500 56.250
83.000
65.000 75.000 78.750 94.500
115.5
108
46.966
51.419
74.250 79.5
83.500 106.500 122.500
146.25
108.000 135.000 157.500 108.000 148.500
85.5 106.500 121.750 162.000 146.25 30.240 57.280 80.000 100.000

· Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential, and Top Bottom format. Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format. Supported timing for 3D signal with Top Bottom format.

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· The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphic card limitations. It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen.

Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input

Resolution

Mode

VGA_60

640 x 480

VGA_72 VGA_75

VGA_85

720 x 400

720 x 400_70

SVGA_60*

SVGA_72

800 x 600

SVGA_75 SVGA_85

SVGA_120**

(Reduce Blanking)

XGA_60*

XGA_70

1024 x 768

XGA_75 XGA_85

XGA_120**

(Reduce Blanking)

1152 x 864

1152 x 864_75

1024 x 576@60Hz

BenQ Notebook Timing

1024 x 600@65Hz

BenQ Notebook Timing

1280 x 720

1280 x 720_60*

1280 x 768

1280 x 768_60*

WXGA_60*

WXGA_75

1280 x 800

WXGA_85

WXGA_120**

(Reduce Blanking)

SXGA_60***

1280 x 1024

SXGA_75

SXGA_85

1280 x 960

1280 x 960_60*** 1280 x 960_85

1360 x 768

1360 x 768_60***

1440 x 900

WXGA+_60***

1400 x 1050

SXGA+_60***

1600 x 1200

UXGA

1680 x 1050

1680 x 1050_60

640 x 480@67Hz

MAC13

832 x 624@75Hz

MAC16

1024 x 768@75Hz

MAC19

1152 x 870@75Hz

MAC21

Vertical Frequency
(Hz) 59.940 72.809 75.000 85.008 70.087 60.317 72.188 75.000 85.061
119.854
60.004 70.069 75.029 84.997
119.989
75
60.00
64.995
60 59.870 59.810 74.934 84.880
119.909
60.020 75.025 85.024 60.000 85.002 60.015 59.887 59.978 60.000 59.954 66.667 74.546 75.020 75.06

Horizontal Frequency
(kHz) 31.469 37.861 37.500 43.269 31.469 37.879 48.077 46.875 53.674
77.425
48.363 56.476 60.023 68.667
97.551
67.5
35.820
41.467
45.000 47.776 49.702 62.795 71.554
101.563
63.981 79.976 91.146 60.000 85.938 47.712 55.935 65.317 75.000 65.290 35.000 49.722 60.241 68.68

Pixel Frequency
(MHz) 25.175 31.500 31.500 36.000 28.3221 40.000 50.000 49.500 56.250
83.000
65.000 75.000 78.750 94.500
115.5
108
46.996
51.419
74.250 79.5
83.500 106.500 122.500
146.25
108.000 135.000 157.500
108 148.500 85.500 106.500 121.750 162.000 146.250 30.240 57.280 80.000 100.00

· Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential, and Top Bottom format. Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format. Supported timing for 3D signal with Top Bottom format.

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· The timings showing above may not be supported due to EDID file and VGA graphic card limitations. It is possible that some timings cannot be chosen.

Timing
480i* 480p 576i 576p 720/50p 720/60p 1080/50i 1080/60i 1080/24P 1080/25P 1080/30P 1080/50P 1080/60P

Resolution
720 x 480 720 x 480 720 x 576 720 x 576 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080

Vertical Frequency
(Hz) 59.94 59.94
50 50 50 60 50 60 24 25 30 50 60

Horizontal Frequency
(kHz) 15.73 31.47 15.63 31.25 37.5 45.00 28.13 33.75
27 28.13 33.75 56.25 67.5

Pixel Frequency
(MHz) 27 27 27 27
74.25 74.25 74.25 74.25 74.25 74.25 74.25 148.5 148.5

Remark
HDMI only HDMI only HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI

*Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format.

Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input

Timing
480i* 480p 576i 576p 720/50p 720/60p 1080/50i 1080/60i 1080/24P 1080/25P 1080/30P 1080/50P 1080/60P

Resolution
720 x 480 720 x 480 720 x 576 720 x 576 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080

Vertical

Horizontal Pixel Frequency

Frequency (Hz) Frequency (kHz)

(MHz)

59.94

15.73

13.5

59.94

31.47

27

50

15.63

13.5

50

31.25

27

50

37.5

74.25

60

45.00

74.25

50

28.13

74.25

60

33.75

74.25

24

27

74.25

25

28.13

74.25

30

33.75

74.25

50

56.25

148.5

60

67.5

148.5

· *Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format.

· Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.

Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs

Video mode
NTSC* PAL
SECAM PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 NTSC4.43

Horizontal Frequency (kHz)
15.73 15.63 15.63 15.73 15.63 15.73 15.73

Vertical Frequency (Hz) 60 50 50 60 50 60 60

*Supported timing for 3D signal with Frame Sequential format.

Color sub-carrier Frequency (MHz)
3.58 4.43 4.25 or 4.41 3.58 3.58 4.43 4.43

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Warranty and Copyright information

Limited warranty
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). To obtain warranty service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects. Important: The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to operate the product in accordance with BenQ’s written instructions, especially the ambient humidity must be inbetween 10% and 90%, temperature in- between 0°C and 35°C, altitude lower than 4920 feet, and avoiding to operate the projector in a dusty environment. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from country to country. For other information, please visit www.BenQ.com.
Copyright
Copyright 2012 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation.
Disclaimer
BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. *DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are trademarks of Texas Instruments. Others are copyrights of their respective companies or organizations.
Patents
This BenQ projector is covered by the following patents: U.S. patents 6,837,608; 7,275,834; 7,181,318. TW patents 202690; 205470; I228635; I259932. China patents ( ) ZL01143168.7; ZL03119907.0; ZL200510051609.2
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