BenQ TK700STi 4K HDR Gaming Projector User Manual

BenQ TK700STi 4K HDR Gaming Projector

Product Information

The Digital Projector is part of the Home Entertainment Series I, specifically the TK700STi model. This projector is designed and tested to meet the latest safety standards for information technology equipment. It comes with a limited warranty and is protected by copyright. The projector also has patent coverage, which can be found at http://patmarking.benq.com/.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Read the user manual before operating the projector and keep it for future reference.
2. Avoid looking directly at the projector lens during operation to prevent potential eye damage.
3. If servicing is required, refer to qualified service personnel.
4. Do not block the projection lens with any objects while the projector is in operation, as this could cause the objects to heat up, deform, or even cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the light source, press the ECO BLANK button.
5. Always open the lens shutter (if available) or remove the lens cap (if available) when the projector light source is on.
6. The light source becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes before removing the light source assembly for replacement.
7. Do not operate light sources beyond their rated life, as excessive usage could cause them to break on rare occasions.
8. Ensure that the projector is unplugged before replacing the light source assembly or any electronic components.
9. Always place the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation. Avoid using it if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right or more than 15 degrees front to back, as this may cause a malfunction or damage to the light source.
10. Avoid placing the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table to prevent it from falling and sustaining serious damage.
11. Do not stand the projector on end vertically, as this may cause it to fall over and result in injury or damage.
12. Do not attempt to disassemble the projector except for the lamp, which has its own removable cover. Dangerous high voltages are present inside, and only suitably qualified professional service personnel should perform servicing.
13. Avoid stepping on the projector or placing objects on it, as this may cause physical damage and potential accidents or injury.

Digital Projector
User Manual

Home Entertainment Series I TK700STi

V 1.03

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 in-between 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 © 2021 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
Please go to http://patmarking.benq.com/ for the details on BenQ projector patent coverage.
2 Warranty and Copyright information

Important safety instructions

Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.

1. Please read this manual before 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.

6. 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.

7. 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 light source, press the ECO BLANK button.

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

5. The light source becomes extremely hot

8. Do not operate light sources beyond the

during operation. Allow the projector to cool rated life. Excessive operation of light sources

for approximately 45 minutes prior to

beyond the rated life could cause them to

removing the light source assembly for

break on rare occasions.

replacement.

4 Important safety instructions

9. Never replace the light source assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.

13. 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 light source.

10. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, sustaining serious damage.

14. 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.

11. Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high voltages inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts. The only user serviceable 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.

15. 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.

12. 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.

16. 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.

If the ventilation holes are seriously obstructed, overheating inside the projector may result in a fire.

Important safety instructions 5

17. 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.

– 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).
3000 m (10000 feet)

0 m (0 feet)

Risk Group 2

18. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling/wall mount installation.

1. According to the classification of photobiological safety of light sources and light source systems, this product is Risk Group 2, IEC 62471-5:2015.

19. This apparatus must be earthed.
20. Do not place this projector in any of the following environments.

2. Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product.
3. Do not stare at operating light source. May be harmful to the eyes.
4. As with any bright source, do not stare into the direct beam.

– 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.

Hg – Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org. To avoid damaging the DLP chips, never aim a high-power laser beam into the projection lens.

6 Important safety instructions

Introduction
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

Projector

Remote control with batteries QS01 HDMI Media Streaming

Quick start guide

Regulatory statements

Warranty card*

Power cord

· 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.
Optional accessories

1. Spare lamp kit

2. 3D glasses

Replacing the remote control batteries
1. Press and slide off the battery cover, as illustrated.
2. Remove the old batteries (if applicable) and install two AAA batteries. Make sure that the positive and negative ends are positioned correctly, as illustrated.
3. Slide the battery cover in until it clicks into place.

· 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.

Introduction 7

Projector exterior view

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1

7

2
3 4 5
3 16

8 9
10

16

16

11

12 13

3
1. Focus ring and Zoom ring 2. Vent (air exhaust) 3. Adjuster feet 4. Projection lens 5. IR remote sensor 6. External control panel
(See Controls and functions on page 9.) 7. Lamp cover 8. Ambient Light Sensor (ALS) 9. Vent (air inlet) 10. HDMI 1/HDMI 2 input port

3

14

15

11. RS-232 control port 12. Audio output jack 13. USB Type A port (Power supply 1.5 A) 14. AC power jack 15. QS01 HDMI Media Streaming port
(ATV dongle) 16. Ceiling mount holes

8 Introduction

Controls and functions
Projector & Remote control

All the key presses described in this document are available on the remote control or projector.

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1

15

1

5

11

16

2

6

6

7

8

5

3 4

9

8

10

17

4

18

12

10

19

13

POWER

Toggles the projector between standby mode and on.

2. POWER indicator light/TEMPerature warning light/LIGHT indicator light (See Indicators on page 48.)

3. IR remote sensor

4. BACK/
Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings.

5. Arrow keys ( , , , )
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) or the ATV menu is activated, these keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments.
When OSD and ATV menu is inactive, workable under CEC-capable sources only.

SOURCE

Displays the source selection bar. 7. ECO BLANK
Used to hide the screen picture.

Do not block the projection lens from projecting as this could cause the blocking object to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire.

Introduction 9

8. OK

15. KEYSTONE

· Confirms the selected ATV or On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.
· Under ATV media playback, plays or pauses a

Displays the keystone menu. See Correcting keystone on page 15 for details.

video or audio file.

16. PRIME VIDEO

9. MODE Selects an available picture mode.

Switches to ATV source and opens “Prime Video” application.

10. MENU/

17. ANDROID TV HOME

Turns on/off the On-Screen Display (OSD)

Opens ATV Home page.

menu.

18. ANDROID SETTING

11. FamiLand Kids Channel

Under ATV source, opens the setting menu

Switches to ATV source and opens

for the current application.

FamiLand Kids Channel.

12. MUTE

19. VOICE SEARCH / ASSISTANT

Toggles projector audio between on and off.

Press and hold to activate the voice assistant or voice search. Hold this key and speak to the

13. Volume keys / Decreases or increases the projector volume.

microphone at the top of the remote control while using voice assistant.

14. FOCUS*

Press to open/close Auto focus page.

*Available on compatible projectors only.

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. +30º

Approx. +30º

10 Introduction

Positioning your projector

Choosing a location

Before choosing an installation location for your projector, take the following factors into consideration: · Size and position of your screen · Electrical outlet location · Location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment

You can install your projector in the following ways.

1. Front
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.

2. Rear
Select this location with the projector placed on the table behind the screen. Note that a special rear projection screen is required.

3. 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.

4. 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.

After turning on the projector, go to Advanced menu – Installation > Projector Position, press OK and press / to select a setting.
Positioning your projector 11

Obtaining a preferred projected image size
The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting (if available), and the video format each factors in the projected image size.
Projection dimensions

16:9 Screen diagonal H

Screen Center of lens

W Vertical offset

Projection distance

· The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is in a 16:9 aspect ratio

Screen size

Diagonal

Inch

mm

H (mm)

30

762

374

W (mm) 664

Projection distance (mm)

Vertical

Min distance (with max zoom)

Average

Max distance offset (with min zoom) (mm)

598

657

717

37

40

1016

498

886

797

877

956

50

50

1270

623

1107

996

1096

1195

62

60

1524

747

1328

1195

1315

1435

75

70

1778

872

1550

1395

1534

1674

87

80

2032

996

1771

1594

1753

1913

100

90

2286

1121

1992

1793

1972

2152

112

100

2540

1245

2214

1992

2192

2391

125

110

2794

1370

2435

2192

2411

2630

137

120

3048

1494

2657

2391

2630

2869

149

130

3302

1619

2878

2590

2849

3108

162

140

3556

1743

3099

2789

3068

3347

174

150

3810

1868

3321

2989

3287

3586

187

160

4064

1992

3542

3188

3507

3825

199

170

4318

2117

3763

3387

3726

4065

212

180

4572

2241

3985

3586

3945

4304

224

190

4826

2366

4206

3786

4164

4543

237

200

5080

2491

4428

3985

4383

4782

249

210

5334

2615

4649

4184

4602

5021

262

220

5588

2740

4870

4383

4822

5260

274

230

5842

2864

5092

4583

5041

5499

286

240

6096

2989

5313

4782

5260

5738

299

250

6350

3113

5535

4981

5479

5977

311

260

6604

3238

5756

5180

5698

6216

324

270

6858

3362

5977

5380

5917

6455

336

280

7112

3487

6199

5579

6137

6695

349

290

7366

3611

6420

5778

6356

6934

361

300

7620

3736

6641

5977

6575

7173

374

12 Positioning your projector

For example, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the recommended projection distance in the “Average” column is 2630 mm. If your measured projection distance is 3700 mm, the closest match in the “Average” column is 3726 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 170” (about 4.3 m) screen is required.
To optimize your projection quality, we suggest doing the projection by referring to the values listed in the non-gray rows. 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.
Mounting the projector
If you intend to mount your projector, we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector mounting kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed. If you use a non-BenQ brand projector mounting kit, there is a safety risk that the projector may fall down due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws.
Before mounting the projector
· Purchase a BenQ projector mounting kit from the place you purchased your BenQ projector. · Ask your dealer to install the projector for you. Installing the projector on your own may cause it to
fall and result in injury. · Take necessary procedures to prevent the projector from falling off such as during an earthquake. · The warranty doesn’t cover any product damage caused by mounting the projector with a non- BenQ
brand projector mounting kit. · Consider the surrounding temperature where the projector is ceiling/wall mounted. If a heater is used,
the temperature around the ceiling may be higher than expected. · Read the user manual for the mounting kit about the range of torque. Tightening with torque
exceeding the recommended range may cause damage to the projector and subsequently falling off. · Make sure the power outlet is at an accessible height so that you can easily shut down the projector.
Positioning your projector 13

Ceiling/Wall mount installation diagram

Ceiling/Wall mount screw hole: M4 x 8 mm

113.54

60

65.89 40.27 65.89

Adjusting the projected image
Adjusting the projection angle
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. You can adjust the adjuster feet to fine-tune the horizontal angle.
To retract the feet, screw the adjuster feet in a reverse direction.

Unit: mm

Do not look into the lens while the light source is on. The strong light from the light source may cause damage to your eyes.

14 Positioning your projector

Fine-tuning the image size and clarity
· Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the zoom ring.

· Sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring.

Correcting keystone
Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image becomes a trapezoid due to angled projection.
To correct the distorted image:
1. Display the 3D Keystone correction from the following menus.
· The setup wizard during the projector initial setup · The Basic menu system · The Installation menu of the Advanced menu system 2. After the 3D Keystone correction page appears: · Press / to select V, H, or R. Selecting V corrects the vertical sides keystone. Selecting H corrects the horizontal sides keystone. Selecting R rotates the projected image clockwise or counterclockwise. · Press / to adjust its value. · To automatically correct the vertical sides of the distorted image, press OK for 2 seconds, or enable Auto Vertical Keystone on the Installation menu.

3. When done, press to save your changes and exit.
Positioning your projector 15

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.

A/V device

Notebook or desktop computer

HDMI

HDMI

RS-232 USB Type-A

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2

3

Speakers

1 HDMI cable

2 RS-232 cable

3 USB cable (Type A)

4

4 Audio cable

· In the connections above, some cables may not be included with the projector (see Shipping contents on page 7). They are commercially available from electronics stores.
· The connection illustrations are for reference only. The rear connecting jacks available on the projector vary with each projector model.
· Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combo like FN + function key with a monitor symbol turns the external display on/off. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your notebook’s documentation to find your notebook’s key combination.
· 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

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.
Connection 17

Operation

Installing the QS01 HDMI Media Streaming
The supplied QS01 HDMI Media Streaming is an Android TV (ATV) dongle to be used with the projector. See the illustrations below to install the dongle. Make sure that the dongle cover is installed back correctly after the dongle is plugged. Do not turn the power on with the dongle cover open.

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2

3

4

5

6

Starting up the projector
1. Plug the power cord. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). The power indicator on the projector lights orange after power has been applied.
2. Press to start the projector. The power indicator 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.
3. If this is the first time you turn on the projector, the setup wizard appears to guide you through setting up the projector. If you have already done this, skip this step and move on to the next step.
· Use the arrow keys ( / / / ) on the projector or remote control to move through the menu items. · Use OK to confirm the selected menu item.

18 Operation

The Setup Wizard screenshots below are for reference only and may differ from the actual design.
Step 1: Specify Projector Position. For more information about projector position, see Choosing a location on page 11.
Step 2: Specify OSD Language.
Step 3: Specify 3D Keystone. If the projected image is distorted due to an angled projection, perform the following steps to correct the projected image shape.
· Press / to select V, H, or R. Selecting V corrects the vertical sides keystone. Selecting H corrects the horizontal sides keystone. Selecting R rotates the projected images clockwise or counterclockwise. · Press / to adjust its value. When done, press OK to proceed to the next step. For more information about keystone, see Correcting keystone on page 15.
Operation 19

Step 4: Specify Game Settings. You can select a preferred game mode, and adjust more image settings in this menu. See Game Settings on page 30 for details.
Now you’ve completed the initial setup.
Reminder for installing QS01 HDMI Media Streaming This message is displayed when the QS01 is not detected. See Installing the QS01 HDMI Media Streaming on page 18 for how to install the dongle.
4. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to enter a 6-digit password. See Utilizing the password function on page 24.
5. Switch all of the connected equipment on. The projector will search for input signals. The current input signal being scanned appears. If the projector does not detect a valid signal, the message “No Signal” will continue displaying until an input signal is found. You can also press to select your desired input signal. See Switching input signal on page 25.
· Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cord) to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire. · If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90 seconds before
energizing the lamp. · The Setup Wizard screenshots are for reference only and may differ from the actual design. · 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 52. · If no signal is detected for 3 minutes, the projector automatically enters saving mode. · If “Reset All Settings” is selected, setup wizard will appear after reboot, and Auto Source will be reset to default value.
Setting up the QS01 HDMI Media Streaming
Before you start
Check that you have:
· A Wi-Fi Internet connection · A Google Account
20 Operation

Step 1: Press and hold OK for 5 seconds to pair your remote control.
Step 2: Set up your device. There are 3 options to set up your device:
· Quick Setup using an Android phone · Using your phone or computer
Operation 21

· Using your remote control Step 3: Display Android TV home screen.
For more information, visit https://support.google.com/androidtv/.
22 Operation

Using the menus
The projector is equipped with 2 types of On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. · Basic OSD menu: provides primary menu functions. (See Basic Menu on page 27) · Advanced OSD menu: provides full menu functions. (See Advanced Menu on page 28)
To access the OSD menu, press MENU/ on the projector or remote control.
· Use the arrow keys ( / / / ) on the projector or remote control to move through the menu items. · Use OK on the projector or remote control to confirm the selected menu item.
The first time you use the projector (after finishing the initial setup), press MENU/ , and the Basic OSD menu will be displayed.

The OSD screenshots below are for reference only, and may differ from the actual design.
Below is the overview of the Basic OSD menu.

1

Basic menu

Picture Mode

Game Settings

Living Room
Sound Mode

HDR Brightness

Cinema

0

2

Light Source Mode

Information

SmartEco

3D Keystone

Menu Type

1 Menu type
2 Sub-menu and status
2
3 Current input signal

Enter

Exit

3

4 Function keys
4

If you intend to switch from the Basic OSD menu to the Advanced OSD menu, follow the instructions below:
1. Go to Menu Type and press OK.
2. Press / to select Advanced and press OK. Your projector will switch to Advanced OSD menu.
Below is the overview of the Advanced OSD menu.

Picture

Picture Mode

Living Room

Audio

Game Settings User Management Brightness

Display

Contrast

1

Sharpness

Installation System

Brilliant Color Advanced Color Settings

Information

Reset Current Picture Mode

Enter

Return

Exit

2

1 Main menu
2 Current input signal
3
3 Sub-menu and status
4 Function keys
4

Operation 23

Likewise, when you wish to switch from the Advanced OSD menu to the Basic OSD menu, follow the instructions below: 1. Go to System > Menu Settings > Menu Type and press OK. 2. Press / to select Basic. Your projector will switch to the Basic OSD menu.
Securing the projector

Utilizing the password function

Setting a password

1. Go to Advanced menu – System > Security Settings. Press OK. The Security Settings page appears.

2. Highlight Change Password and press OK.

3. The four arrow keys ( , , , ) 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.

Input New Password

4. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.
Return
5. To activate the Power On Lock function, go to System > Security Settings > Power On Lock, press OK and / to select On. Input the password again.

· The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Make a note of your selected password and keep it in a safe place in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.
· 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.
If you forget the password

If you enter the wrong password, the password error message will appear, and the Input Password message follows. If you absolutely do not remember the password, you can use the password recall procedure. See Entering the password recall procedure on page 24.

Password Error Please try again.

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 OK for 3 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the screen.
2. Write down the number and turn off your projector.

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

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

Recall Code: CJ-2014-541638 Return

24 Operation

Changing the password
1. Go to Advanced menu – System > Security Settings. Press OK. The Security Settings page appears.
2. Highlight Change Password and press OK.
3. Enter the old password.
· If the password is correct, another message Input New Password appears. · If the password is incorrect, the password error message will appear, and the message Input Current Password appears for your retry. You can press BACK to cancel the change or try another password.
4. Enter a new password.
5. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.
Disabling the password function
To disable password protection, go to Advanced menu – System > Security Settings > Power On Lock and press OK and / to select Off. The message Input Password appears. Enter the current password.
· If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page. You will not have to enter the password next time turning on the projector. · If the password is incorrect, the password error message will appear, and the message Input Current Password appears for your retry. You can press BACK 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 Advanced menu – Display > Auto Source Search menu is On if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals.
To manually select the source:

Source

1. Press . A source selection bar appears.

2. Press / until your desired signal is selected and press OK.
Once detected, the selected source information will appear 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.
· For best display picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at the projector’s native 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 Aspect Ratio on page 35.

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Shutting down the projector
1. Press and a confirmation message will appear prompting you. If you don’t respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear.
2. Press a second time. The power indicator flashes orange, the projection light source shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector.
3. Once the cooling process finishes, the power indicator becomes a steady orange and fans stop. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.
· To protect the light source, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process. · Avoid turning on the projector immediately after turning it off as excessive heat may shorten lamp life. · Lamp life results will vary depending on environmental conditions and usage.
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Menu operation

Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using. 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.
Menu System

Basic Menu
Menu (Ref. Page)
Picture Mode (29)
Sound Mode (34) Light Source Mode (46)

3D Keystone (15)

Game Settings (30)
HDR Brightness (32)

Game Mode Fast Mode

Information (43)

Menu Type (41)

Options Bright/Living Room/Game/Sports/Cinema/(3D)/ (HDR10)/(HDR Game)/(HLG)/User Cinema/Music/Game/Sports/User
Normal/ECO/SmartEco/LampSave
H: -30 ­ +30 V: -30 ­ +30 R: -30 ­ +30 Off/FPS/RPG/SPG Off/On
-2/-1/0/1/2
Detected Resolution Source Picture Mode Light Source Mode 3D Format Color System Dynamic Range Light Source Usage Time Firmware Version Service Code Basic/Advanced

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Advanced Menu

1. Main menu: Picture
Structure

Menu

Options

Picture Mode

Bright/Living Room/Game/Sports/ Cinema/3D/HDR10/HDR Game/ HLG/User

Game Settings

Game Mode Fast Mode

Off/FPS/RPG/SPG Off/On

Load Settings User Management From
Rename User Mode

Bright/Living Room/Game/Sports/ Cinema

Brightness

0­100

Contrast

0­100

Sharpness

0­15

Brilliant Color

0­10

Gamma Selection

1.8/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.3/2.4/2.5/2.6/BenQ

Color Temperature

Normal/Cool/Native/Warm

Advanced Color Settings

Color Temperature Tuning

R Gain/ G Gain/ B Gain
R Offset/ G Offset/ B Offset

0­200 0­511

Color Management

R/G/B/C/M/Y W Reset

Hue/Saturation/Gain R Gain/G Gain/B Gain

Light Source Mode

Normal/ECO/SmartEco/LampSave

HDR Brightness

-2/-1/0/1/2

Reset Current Picture Mode

Reset/Cancel

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Function descriptions

Menu Picture Mode

Descriptions
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.
· Bright
Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in well lit rooms.
· Living Room
With well-saturated color, fine-tuned sharpness, and a higher brightness level, this mode is suitable for TV streaming in rooms where there is a small amount of ambient light, e.g. your living room.
· Game
This mode is best for playing video games, and you can select an optimal Audio-Visual preset for 3 types of games in Game Settings menu: First-Person shooting (FPS), Role-Playing game (RPG), Sports game (SPG) to have a perfect game-play experience in well-lit rooms.
· Sports
With well-saturated colors and higher brightness level, this mode is best for watching sporting events in a bright room.
· Cinema
This mode is best for watching movies with accurate color and deepest contrast at lower brightness level in rooms with a bit of ambient light, as if in a commercial cinema.
· 3D
Optimized to bring up 3D effects when watching 3D contents.

This mode is only available when 3D function is enabled.
· HDR10/HDR Game
Delivers High Dynamic Range effects with higher contrasts of brightness and colors for HDR Blu-ray movies or HDR games. After auto-detecting metadata or EOTF info from HDR contents, HDR10 and HDR Game are available for selection. HDR10 is best for displaying Blu-ray movies, while HDR Game is used to activate Game Settings menu for HDR gameplay.
· HLG
Delivers High Dynamic Range effects with higher contrasts of brightness and colors. Picture Mode will be switched to HLG automatically while detecting metadata or EOTF info from HLG streaming contents.
· User
Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes. See User Management on page 28.

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Game Settings
User Management

· Game Mode
You can select a preferred mode from among FPS, RPG, SPG. When one of the modes is set, Picture Mode will switch to Game.
· FPS (First-Person shooting): Enhances detail viewing experience by revealing all the enemies hidden in the dark shadow, and provides surrounding sound to hear the distant footsteps and gunshot and recognize their directions. · RPG (Role-Playing): Provides CinematicColor and powerful cinema sound as if in a film-like and role-playing game world. · SPG (Sports): Provides true colors and live vocal sound to enjoy a live broadcast sports game.
· Fast Mode
Minimizes the response time between the input source and the displayed image. For the optimized latency, when Fast Mode is activated, 3D Keystone/Aspect Ratio will return to the default settings, and Auto Vertical Keystone will be turned off automatically.
*Fast Mode can only be enabled for below input timing adopted by most of popular games:
– 1080p 60Hz/120Hz/240Hz – 4K 60Hz
There is one user-definable mode if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User) as a starting point and customize the settings.
· Load Settings From
1. Go to Picture > Picture Mode.
2. Press / to select User.
3. Press to highlight User Management, and press OK. The User Management page is displayed.
4. Select Load Settings From and press OK.
5. Press / to select a picture mode that is closest to your need.
6. Press OK and BACK to return to the Picture menu.
7. Press to select the sub-menu items you want to change and adjust the values with / . The adjustments define the selected user mode.
· Rename User Mode
Select to rename the customized picture mode (User). The new name can be up to 9 characters including English letters (A-Z, a-z), digits (0-9), and space (_).
1. Go to Picture > Picture Mode.
2. Press / to select User.
3. Press to highlight User Management, and press OK. The User Management page is displayed.

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User Management (Continued)
Brightness
Contrast Sharpness
Brilliant Color

4. Press to highlight Rename User Mode and press OK. The Rename User Mode page is displayed.
5. Use / / / , and OK to set desired characters.
6. When done, press BACK to save the changes and exit. The higher the value, the brighter 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. 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. The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. This function 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. · Gamma Selection
Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness.
· 1.8/2.0/2.1/BenQ: Select these values according to your preference. · 2.2/2.3: Increases the average brightness of the picture. Best for a lit environment, meeting room or family room. · 2.4/2.5: Best for viewing movies in a dark environment. · 2.6: Best for viewing movies which are mostly composed of dark scenes.

High Brightness Low Contrast

Low Brightness High Contrast

1.8

2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 BenQ

Advanced Color · Color Temperature Tuning

Settings

There are several preset color temperature settings available. The available

settings may vary according to the signal type selected.

· Normal: Maintains normal colorings for white.

· Cool: Makes images appear bluish white.

· Native: With the light source’s original color temperature and higher brightness. This setting is suitable for environments where high brightness is required, such as projecting pictures in well lit rooms.

· Warm: Makes images appear reddish white.

You can also set a preferred color temperature by adjusting the following options.

· R Gain/G Gain/B Gain: Adjusts the contrast levels of Red, Green, and Blue.

· R Offset/G Offset/B Offset: Adjusts the brightness levels of Red, Green, and Blue.

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· Color Management

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.

To make adjustments, press the / arrows to highlight an independent color from among Red (R), Green (G), Blue (B), Cyan (C), Magenta (M), or Yellow (Y), and press OK. The following menu items are displayed for your choice.

· Hue: Increase in the range will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors. Please refer to the illustration 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.

RED

Yellow

GREEN

Magenta

Cyan

BLUE

Advanced Color Settings (Continued)

· Saturation: Adjusts the values to your preference. Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately. For example, if you select Red and set its value at 0, only the saturation of pure red will be affected.
· Gain: Adjusts the values to your preference. The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately.

If you selected W, you can adjust the contrast levels of Red, Green, and Blue by selecting R Gain, G Gain, and B Gain.

To return all the settings to the factory default values, highlight Reset, and press OK.

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.
· Light Source Mode
Selects a suitable light source power from among the provided modes. See Extending light source life on page 46.
· HDR Brightness
The projector can automatically adjust the brightness levels of your image according to the input source. You can also manually select a brightness level to display better picture quality. When the value is higher, the image becomes brighter; when the value is lower, the image becomes darker.

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Reset Current Picture Mode

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

The following settings will still remain: Picture Mode.

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2. Main menu: Audio
Structure

Menu
Sound Mode
User Sound EQ
Mute Volume Power On/Off Ring Tone Reset Audio

Options

Cinema/Music/Game/Sports/User

100Hz/300Hz/1kH z/3kHz/10kHz

-10 ­ +10

Off/On

0 ­ 20

Off/On

Reset/Cancel

Function descriptions

Menu
Sound Mode
User Sound EQ Mute Volume Power On/Off Ring Tone Reset Audio

Descriptions
This function utilizes treVolo and Bongiovi DPS (Digital Power Station) Technology, which incorporates its patented algorithms with 120 calibration points that optimizes any audio signal in real time to add depth, clarity, definition, presence and enhanced stereo field imaging for more immersive audio experience. The following preset sounds are available: Cinema, Music, Game, Sports, and User. When Game Mode on the Advanced menu – Picture > Game Settings is activated, FPS/SPG/RPG respectively deploys Game/Sports/Cinema sound mode.
The User mode allows you to personalize the sound settings. When selecting the User mode, you may make manual adjustments with the User Sound EQ function.
If the Mute function is activated, adjusting Sound Mode will turn off the Mute function.
Select desired frequency bands (100 Hz, 300 Hz,1k Hz, 3k Hz, and 10k Hz) to adjust the levels according to your preference. The settings made here define the User mode.
Select On to temporarily turn off the projector’s internal speaker or the volume being output from the audio output jack.
To restore the audio, select Off.
Adjusts the volume level of the projector’s internal speaker or the volume being output from the audio output jack.
If the Mute function is activated, adjusting Volume will turn off the Mute function.
Sets the ring tone for the projector On or Off.
The Power On/Off Ring Tone can only be adjusted here. Setting the sound mute or adjusting the sound level do not affect the Power On/Off Ring Tone.
Returns all of the adjustments you’ve done under the Audio menu to the factory preset values.

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3. Main menu: Display
Structure

Menu
Aspect Ratio Auto Source Search Source Rename 3D
HDMI Settings
Reset Display

3D Mode 3D Sync Invert HDMI Format HDMI Equalizer
HDMI EDID
Electronics Control Audio Return + (HDMI-2)
Power On Link Power Off Link

Options
Auto/4:3/16:9

Off/On

HDMI-1/HDMI-2
HDMI-1/HDMI-2/ HDMI-3

HDMI-1/HDMI-2 Auto/Frame Sequential/Off Disable/Invert Auto/Limited/Full Auto/1/2/3/4/5
Enhanced/Standard

Off/On

Off/LPCM/RAW/RAW+
Off/From Device Off/From Projector Reset/Cancel

Function descriptions

Menu
Aspect Ratio
Auto Source Search

Descriptions

There are several options to set the image’s aspect ratio depending on your input signal source.

This image adjustment might impact latency in Game Mode. We suggest setting Aspect Ratio to Auto to enjoy low latency gaming. Selecting other options will turn Fast Mode off.

· Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector’s native resolution in its horizontal or vertical width.

15:9 picture

· 4:3: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio.

4:3 picture

· 16:9: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio.

16:9 picture

Allows the projector to automatically search for a signal.

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Source Rename

Renames the current input source to your desired name. On the Source Rename page: 1. Press OK to display the on-screen keyboard. 2. Press / / / to select each desired digit/letter, and press OK to confirm
each input.

3. Repeat the step above and when done, press Commit.

and to highlight

4. Press OK and the source name changes.

This projector supports playing three-dimensional (3D) content transferred through your 3D-compatible video devices and contents, such as PlayStation consoles (with 3D game discs), 3D Blu-ray players (with 3D Blu-ray discs), and so on. After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector, wear the BenQ 3D glasses and make sure the power is on to view 3D contents.

When watching 3D contents:

· The image may seem misplaced; however, this is not a product malfunction.

· Take appropriate breaks when watching 3D contents.

· Stop watching 3D contents if you feel fatigue or discomfort.

· Keep a distance from the screen of about three times the effective height of the screen.

· Children and people with a history of oversensitivity to light, heart problems, or any other existing medical conditions should be refrained from watching 3D contents.

· The image may seem reddish, greenish, or bluish without wearing 3D

3D

glasses. However, you will not notice any color bias when watching 3D

contents with 3D glasses.

· The 4K source will not be displayed.

· 3D Mode

The default setting is Auto and the projector automatically chooses an appropriate 3D format when detecting 3D contents. If the projector cannot recognize the 3D format, you can choose Frame Sequential for it.

When 3D Mode is enabled:

· The brightness level of the projected image decreases.

· The Picture Mode cannot be adjusted.

· The 3D Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees.

· 3D Sync Invert

When your 3D image is distorted, enable this function to switch between the image for the left eye and the right eye for more comfortable 3D viewing experience.

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HDMI Settings

· HDMI Format
Selects a suitable RGB color range to correct the color accuracy.
· Auto: Automatically selects a suitable color range for the incoming HDMI signal. · Limited: Utilizes the Limited range RGB 16-235. · Full: Utilizes the Full range RGB 0-255.
· HDMI Equalizer
Sets a suitable value to maintain the HDMI picture quality in long distance data transmission.
· HDMI EDID
Switches between Enhanced for HDMI 2.0 EDID and Standard for HDMI 1.4 EDID. Selecting Standard which supports up to 1080p 60Hz may solve abnormal display issues with some old players.
· Electronics Control
When you enable this function and connect an HDMI CEC-compatible device to your projector with an HDMI cable, turning on the HDMI CEC compatible device automatically turns on the projector, while turning off the projector automatically turns off the HDMI CEC compatible device.
· Audio Return + (HDMI-2)
When connecting to eARC compatible speaker to the projector with HDMI cables, the audio can be returned to these speakers from the projector HDMI 2 port.
HDMI-1 can output audio to external speakers via eARC function (HDMI-2).
Audio Return+ supports multi-audio outputs including 2.0, 5.1, 7.1 and Dolby Atmos to external audio system like soundbar.
The following audio output formats are provided to achieve the audio performance you desire: LPCM supports 2 channel audio output, RAW supports 5.1 channel audio output, and RAW+ supports Dolby Atmos audio output.
To enjoy Audio Return+ sound effect, make sure to turn on the eARC function from your soundbar as well.
· Power On Link/Power Off Link
When you connect an HDMI CEC-compatible device to your projector with an HDMI cable, you can set the behavior of powering on/off between the device and the projector.

Power On Link > When the connected device is turned on, the projector

From Device

will be activated, too.

Power Off Link> When the projector is turned off, the connected device From Projector will be shut down, too.

Reset Display Returns all the settings on the Display main menu to the factory default values.

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4. Main menu: Installation
Structure

Menu

Options

Projector Position 3D Keystone

Front/Front Ceiling/Rear/Rear Ceiling H: -30 ­ +30 V: -30 ­ +30 R: -30 ­ +30

Auto Vertical Keystone

LumiExpert

Off/On Off/On

LumiExpert Level -1 ­ 0 ­ 1

LumiExpert
Test Pattern High Altitude Mode Baud Rate

Manual Calibration

Manual Calibration Status Calibrate Reset Manual Calibration Off/On
Off/On
9600/14400/19200/38400/57600/115200

Function descriptions

Menu Projector Position
3D Keystone
Auto Vertical Keystone

Descriptions
The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See Choosing a location on page 11 for details.
See Correcting keystone on page 15 for details.
This image adjustment might impact latency in Game Mode. We suggest setting the 3D Keystone values to 0 to enjoy low latency gaming. Setting the 3D Keystone to other values will turn Fast Mode off. Automatically corrects the keystoning at the vertical side of the projected image.
This image adjustment might impact latency in Game Mode. We suggest turning Auto Vertical Keystone off to enjoy low latency gaming. Turning Auto Vertical Keystone on will turn Fast Mode off.

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· LumiExpert
When this function is enabled, the projector actively detects the ambient light conditions and automatically adjusts balanced visual brightness to create an optimum viewing experience.

LumiExpert

This function is not available when the Picture Mode is Bright, 3D, or HDR10/HLG.
· LumiExpert Level: Adjusts the gamma offset.
· Manual Calibration: According to the ambient brightness, you can do the calibration manually.
· Manual Calibration Status: Shows the status of manual calibration. · Calibrate: Enact this item to start the calibration process. · Reset Manual Calibration: Resets the gamma offset to factory preset values.

Test Pattern

Adjusts the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion.

High Altitude Mode

We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m­3000 m above sea level, and ambient temperature is between 0°C­30°C.
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 over-heating. 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.

Baud Rate

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.
Select a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector with a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel.

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5. Main menu: System
Structure
Menu

Options

Language

Background Settings Menu Settings
Light Source Information
Operation Settings
Security Settings Factory Default Reset System

Splash Screen

Menu Type
Menu Display Time

Menu Position

Light Source Usage Time

Normal Mode

ECO Mode

SmartEco Mode

LampSave

Equivalent Light Hours

Refer to UM for detailed formula

Reset Light Timer

Reminder Message

LED Indicator

Power On/Off Settings

Direct Power On Auto Power Off

BenQ HDMI Media Streaming (QS01)
Panel Key Lock
Change Password
Power On Lock

Off/On Off/On

BenQ/Black/Blue Basic/Advanced 5 sec/10 sec/20 sec/30 sec/Always Center/Top- Left/Top-Right/Bottom-Ri ght/Bottom-Left
Reset/Cancel Off/On Off/On Off/On Disable/3 min/10 min/15 min/ 20 min/25 min/30 min Yes/Cancel Yes/No
Reset/Cancel Reset/Cancel

Function descriptions

Menu Language Background Settings

Descriptions Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. · Splash Screen Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start-up.

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Menu Settings
Light Source Information
Operation Settings

· Menu Type
Sets the OSD menu type according to your needs.
· 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. This menu page displays the following information:
· Light Source Usage Time
· Light hours used under Normal Mode, ECO Mode, SmartEco Mode, LampSave.
· And the Equivalent Light Hours.
For details about how to calculate the hours, see Getting to know the light hour on page 45.
When a new lamp is installed, and you need to reset the timer, highlight Reset Light Timer and select Reset. · Reminder Message
Sets the reminder messages on or off.
· LED Indicator
You can turn off the LED warning lights. This is to avoid any light disturbance when viewing images in a dark room.
· Power On/Off Settings
· 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 to prevent unnecessary waste of light source life. · BenQ HDMI Media Streaming (QS01)
Enables or disables functions related to the Android TV dongle (QS01), including:
· the reminder for plugging in ATV dongle. · the handshaking mechanism between the Android TV dongle and projector after power-on.

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Security Settings

· Panel Key Lock
With the control keys on the projector and remote control 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 and remote control will operate except POWER.
To release panel key lock, press and hold (the right key) on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds.

If you turn off the projector without disabling panel key lock, the projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on.
· Change Password/Power On Lock
See Utilizing the password function on page 24. Returns all settings to the factory preset values.

Factory Default

The following settings will still remain: Projector Position, 3D Keystone, Auto Vertical Keystone, High Altitude Mode, Baud Rate, Light Source Information, BenQ HDMI Media Streaming (QS01), Security Settings.
Returns all the settings on the System main menu to the factory default values.

Reset System

The following settings will still remain: Light Source Information, BenQ HDMI Media Streaming (QS01), Security Settings.

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6. Main menu: Information
Structure

Menu
Detected Resolution Source Picture Mode Light Source Mode 3D Format Color System Dynamic Range Light Source Usage Time Firmware Version Service Code
Function descriptions

Options

Menu Detected Resolution Source Picture Mode Light Source Mode
3D Format

Descriptions
Shows the native resolution of the input signal. Shows the current signal source. Shows the selected mode on the Picture menu. Shows the used light source mode. Displays the current 3D mode.

Color System Dynamic Range Light Source Usage Time Firmware Version Service Code

3D Format is only available when 3D is enabled.
Shows the input system format. Shows the picture dynamic range, e.g. SDR, HDR10, HLG, etc. Shows the number of hours the light has been used.
Shows the firmware version of your projector. Shows the projector’s serial number.

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Maintenance
Care of the projector
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 26 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 50 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.
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Light source information
Getting to know the light hour
When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of light source usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent light hour is as follows: 1. Light Usage Time = (x+y+z+a) hours, if:
Time used in Normal mode = x hours Time used in ECO mode = y hours Time used in SmartEco mode = z hours Time used in LampSave mode = a hours
2. Equivalent Light Hour = hours = -AX–‘ + A-Y–‘ y + A-Z–‘ z + A-A–‘ a , if
X= light source life spec of Normal mode Y= light source life spec of ECO mode Z= light source life spec of SmartEco mode A= light source life spec of LampSave mode A’ is the longest light life spec among X, Y, Z, A
For time used in each light mode shown in OSD menu: · Time used is accumulated and rounded down to an integer in hours. · When time used is less than 1 hour, it shows 0 hours. When you calculate Equivalent Light Hours manually, it will probably have deviation from the value shown in OSD menu since projector system calculates time used for each light mode in “Minutes” then rounds down to an integer in hours shown in OSD.
To obtain the light hour information: Go to Advanced menu – System > Light Source Information and press OK. The Light Source Information page appears. You can also get the light hour information on the Information menu.
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Extending light source life

· Setting the Light Source Mode

Go to Advanced menu – Picture > Advanced Color Settings > Light Source Mode, press OK. The Light Source Mode page appears.

Setting the projector in ECO, SmartEco or LampSave mode extends lamp life.

Light Mode
Normal ECO SmartEco
LampSave

Description
Provides full light brightness Lowers brightness to extend the light life and decreases the fan noise Adjusts the light power automatically depending on the content brightness level while optimizing display quality Adjusts the light power automatically depending on the content brightness level while offering a longer light life

· 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 light source life.
To set Auto Power Off, go to Advanced menu – System > Operation Settings > Power On/Off Settings > Auto Power Off and press / to set a period of time.

Timing of replacing the lamp (FOR SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY)
When the LIGHT indicator lights up or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please consult your dealer or go to http://www.BenQ.com before installing a new lamp. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the light may explode.

· 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.
· The LIGHT 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 Light or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See Indicators on page 48.
The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.

Notice
Order a replacement lamp Equivalent lamp hour > XXXX hours
Order a new lamp at www.BenQ.com OK

Install a new lamp for optimal performance. Press OK to
dismiss the message.

Notice
Replace lamp soon Equivalent lamp hour > XXXX hours
Order a new lamp at www.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 OK to dismiss the message.

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Notice
Replace lamp now Equivalent lamp hour > XXXX hours
Order a new lamp at www.BenQ.com OK
Notice
Out of lamp usage time Replace lamp (Refer to user manual) then reset the lamp timer Order a new lamp at www.BenQ.com
OK

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

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

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Indicators
Indicator

Status & Description
Power events Stand-by mode Powering up Normal operation Normal power-down cooling Download CW start fail Light source life exhausted Case open Burn-In events Burn-in ON Burn-in OFF Light source events Light source error in normal operation Light source is not lit up Thermal events Fan 1 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed) Fan 2 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed) Fan 3 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed) Temperature 1 error (over limited temperature) Thermal IC #1 I2C connection error

: Orange On : Off
: Orange Flashing

: Green On : Green Flashing

: Red On : Red Flashing

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Troubleshooting

The projector does not turn on.

Cause

Remedy

There is no power from the power cord.

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.

Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process.

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.

Turn the video source on and check that the signal cable is connected correctly.
Check the connection.

The input signal has not been correctly selected. Select the correct input signal with the SOURCE key.

Blurred image

Cause The projection lens is not correctly focused. The projector and the screen are not aligned properly.
Remote control does not work.

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.

Cause

Remedy

The batteries are out of power.

Replace both of the batteries with new ones.

There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector.

Remove the obstacle.

You are too far away from the projector.

Stand within 8 meters (26 feet) of the projector.

The password is incorrect.

Cause You do not remember the password.

Remedy See Entering the password recall procedure on page 24.

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Specifications

Projector specifications

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Optical
Resolution 3840 x 2160
Display system 1-CHIP DMD
Lens F = 1.94 ~ 2.06, f = 9.25 ~ 11.1 mm
Light source 240 W lamp
Electrical
Power supply AC100­240V, 3.8 A, 50­60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption 380 W (Max); < 0.5 W (Standby)
Mechanical
Weight 3.1 Kg (6.8 lbs)
Output terminals
Speaker 5 watt x 1
Audio signal output PC audio jack x 1
Control
USB Type-A power supply 5V / 1.5 A x 1
RS-232 serial control 9 pin x 1
IR receiver x 2

Input terminals
Video signal input Digital – HDMI 2.0 x 2 Digital – QS01 HDMI Media Streaming port (ATV dongle) 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)
Storage temperature -20°C­60°C at sea level
Storage humidity 10%­90% RH (without condensation)
Storage altitude 30°C@ 0~12,200m above sea level
Transporting
Original packing or equivalent is recommended
Repairing
Please visit below website and choose your country to find your service contact window. http://www.benq.com/welcome

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Dimensions
312 mm (W) x 246 mm (D) x 110 mm (H)
246

312 110 Unit: mm

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Timing chart

Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input
· PC timings

Resolution
640 x 480
720 x 400
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1152 x 864 1024 x 576 1024 x 600 1280 x 720 1280 x 768
1280 x 800
1280 x 1024
1280 x 960 1360 x 768 1440 x 900 1400 x 1050 1600 x 1200 1680 x 1050 640 x 480@67Hz 832 x 624@75Hz 1024 x 768@75Hz 1152 x 870@75Hz 1920 x 1080@60Hz 1920 x 1200@60Hz 1920 x 1080@120Hz 1920 x 1080@240Hz 1920 x 1200@120Hz 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160

Mode
VGA_60 VGA_72 VGA_75 VGA_85 720 x 400_70 SVGA_60 SVGA_72 SVGA_75 SVGA_85 SVGA_120 (Reduce Blanking) XGA_60 XGA_70 XGA_75 XGA_85 XGA_120 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864_75 BenQ Notebook Timing BenQ Notebook Timing 1280 x 720_60 1280 x 768_60 WXGA_60 WXGA_75 WXGA_85 WXGA_120 (Reduce Blanking) SXGA_60 SXGA_75 SXGA_85 1280 x 960_60 1280 x 960_85 1360 x 768_60 WXGA+_60 SXGA+_60 UXGA 1680 x 1050_60 MAC13 MAC16 MAC19 MAC21 1920 x 1080_60 1920 x 1200_60 (Reduce Blanking) 1920 x 1080_120 1920 x 1080_240 1920 x 1200_120 (Reduce Blanking) 3840 x 2160_30 For 4K2K model 3840 x 2160_60 For 4K2K model

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
75.00 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
60
59.95
120.000 239.76
119.909
30
60

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
67.500 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
67.5
74.038
135.000 291.309
152.404
67.5
135

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
115.500
108.000 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
148.5
154
297 582.617
317.00

Supported 3D format Frame
Sequential V
V
V V
V
V V V V
V V V V

297

594

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

· Video timings

Timing
480i 480p 576i 576p 720/50p 720/60p 1080/24P 1080/25P 1080/30P 1080/50i 1080/60i 1080/50P 1080/60P 1080/120P 1080/240P 2160/24P 2160/25P 2160/30P 2160/50P 2160/60P 2160/24P 2160/25P 2160/30P 2160/50P 2160/60P

Resolution

Vertical Frequency (Hz)

720(1440) x 480 720 x 480
720(1440) 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 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160 4096 x 2160

59.94 59.94
50 50 50 60 24 25 30 50 60 50 60 120 240 24 25 30 50 60 24 25 30 50 60

Horizontal Frequency
(kHz) 15.73 31.47 15.63 31.25 37.5 45.00
27
28.13 33.75 28.13 33.75 56.25 67.5 135 135
54 56.25 67.5 112.5 135
54 56.25 67.5 112.5 135

Pixel Frequency (MHz)

Supported 3D format

Frame

Frame

Sequential Packing

27

27

V

27

27

74.25

V

74.25

V

V

74.25

V

74.25

74.25

74.25

74.25

148.5

148.5

V

297

V

594

297

297

297

594

594

297

297

297

594

594

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RS232 command

RS232 pin assignment

No.

Serial

No.

1

NC

6

2

RX

7

3

TX

8

4

NC

9

5

GND

Serial NC
RTSZ CTSZ
NC

Function Power Source Selection Audio Control Picture Mode
Picture Setting

Type Write Write Read Write Write Write Read Write Write Read Write Write Write Read Write Write Write Write Write Write Read Write Read Write Write Write Read Write Read Write Read Write Write Write Write Read Write Write Write Read Write Write

Operation Power On Power Off Power Status HDMI(MHL) HDMI 2(MHL2) HDMI 3 Current source Mute On Mute Off Mute Status Volume + Volume Volume level for customer Volume Status Bright Living Room Game Cinema(Rec.709) User1 Sport Picture Mode Set Contrast value Contrast value Brightness + Brightness Set Brightness value Brightness value Set Color value Color value Set Sharpness value Sharpness value Color Temperature-Warm Color Temperature-Normal Color Temperature-Cool Color Temperature-lamp native Color Temperature Status Aspect 4:3 Aspect 16:9 Aspect Auto Aspect Status Vertical Keystone + Vertical Keystone –

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