BenQ AH700ST Golf Simulator Projector User Manual

BenQ AH700ST Golf Simulator Projector

Specifications

• Model: AH700ST/AK700ST
• Version: 1.01

Product Information
The Digital Projector AH700ST/AK700ST is a high-quality projector designed for various multimedia applications. It is equipped with advanced features to deliver crisp and clear visuals for your presentations, movies, or other content.

Important Safety 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 eye damage.
3. Always use qualified service personnel for servicing.
4. Avoid blocking the projection lens during operation to prevent overheating and potential fire hazards. Use the blank function to temporarily turn off the light source.
5. Open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the light source is on.
6. Ensure the projector is placed on a stable, level surface during operation.
7. Avoid tilting the projector beyond specified angles to prevent malfunctions or damage to the light source.
8. Do not operate the light source beyond its rated life.
9. Avoid disassembling the projector as it contains dangerous high voltages. Refer servicing to professionals. Avoid blocking ventilation holes and keep inflammables away from the projector.
10. Avoid placing objects on the projector or standing it vertically to prevent accidents and damage.
11. Expect some heated air and odor during operation from the ventilation grill, which is normal.

FAQs

Q: What should I do if the projector is overheating?
A: Ensure that the ventilation holes are not blocked and the projector is placed on a level surface. If overheating persists, contact customer support for assistance.

Q: Can I operate the projector beyond the rated light sourcelife?
A: It is not recommended to operate the light source beyond its rated life as it may result in reduced performance or failure. Replace the light source as per manufacturer guidelines.

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, use the blank function.

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 during operation.

8. Do not operate light sources beyond the rated light source life.

4 Important safety instructions

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

12. 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 attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high voltages inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts.
Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers. Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel.

13. 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 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.

14. 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.

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

15. 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.

Important safety instructions 5

16. 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. Do not place this projector in any of 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.

17. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling/wall mount installation.
18. This apparatus must be earthed.

– 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)

Standard accessories

Risk Group 2
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.
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.
The projector’s light source unit uses a laser.
· Notice is given to supervise children and to never allow them to stare into the projector beam at any distance from the projector.
· Notice is given to use caution when using the remote control for starting the projector while in front of the projection lens.
· Notice is given to the user to avoid the use of optical aids such as binoculars or telescopes inside the beam.
Laser Caution
This product belongs to CLASS 1 consumer laser product and complies with IEC 60825-1:2014, EN 60825-1:2014/A11:2021 and EN 50689:2021.
Above laser caution are located on the bottom of this apparatus. Caution ­ Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To avoid damaging the DLP chips, never aim a high-power laser beam into the projection lens.
Important safety instructions 7

Projector exterior view

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

Power cord

Quick start guide

Regulatory statements

Warranty card*

· 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
· Wireless Dongle (EZC-5201BS)
Replacing the remote control batteries
1. Press and open the battery cover, as illustrated.
2. Remove the old batteries (if applicable) and install two AAA batteries. Make sure that the positive and negative ends are positioned correctly, as illustrated.
3. Replace the battery cover 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.

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1. Vent (air exhaust) 2. Vent (air inlet) 3. Focus lens 4. Auto keystone lens 5. Projection lens 6. IR remote sensor (front) 7. External control panel
(See Controls and functions on page 10.) 8. IR remote sensor (top) 9. Adjuster feet 10. Audio output jack

11. RS-232 control port 12. USB Type A port with power charging 13. HDMI 1 input port 14. HDMI 2 input port 15. USB Type C port 16. USB Type A port (for Wireless dongle) 17. Kensington anti-theft lock slot 18. AC power jack 19. Wall mount holes 20. Security bar

Controls and functions

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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17

6

18

1

5

11

19

6

7

20

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7

5

8

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9

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10

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10

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1. POWER
Toggles the projector between standby mode and on.
ON/ Off
Toggles the projector between standby mode and on.
2. POWER indicator light/TEMPerature warning light/LIGHT indicator light (See Indicators on page 53.)
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) menu is activated, these keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments.
Keystone keys ( , )
Displays the keystone correction page.
Volume keys /
Decreases or increase the projector volume.
6. SOURCE
Displays the source selection bar.

10 Introduction

7. FOCUS

17. ID setting indicator

Press to focus the image and then displays the adjustment page for manual adjustment. *Available on compatible projectors only.
8. OK
Confirms the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.

18. GOLF SETTING Displays the golf setting menu.
19. ZOOM Press to display the motor zoom menu.
20. SCREEN FILL Displays the aspect ratio selection list.

9. MODE/PICTURE

21. INFO

Displays the Picture Mode menu for selecting a picture mode.
10. MENU
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
11. AUTO SCREEN FIT
Press to conduct auto screen fit.
12. MEMORY
Displays the image memory menu.
13. Numeric buttons
Enters numbers in network settings or when setting the remote control ID. Numeric buttons 1, 2, 3, 4 cannot be pressed when asked to enter password.

Displays the projector information.
22. MUTE
Toggles projector audio between on and off.
23. ID SET
Sets the code for this remote control. Press and hold ID SET until the ID setting indicator lights up. Enter the ID for the remote control (between 01~99). The remote control ID should be the same as the corresponding projector ID. The ID is saved successfully when you see the ID setting indicator starts flickering and then blackout.
24. LIGHT

14. ALL

Selects an available Light Source Mode.

Press and hold ID SET until the ID setting 25. 3D

indicator lights up. Press ALL to clear current ID setting of the remote control. The ID is cleared successfully when you

Displays the 3D menu. 26. USER 1/USER 2

see the ID setting indicator starts flickering Switches to user defined picture mode.

and then blackout

For example, if you are using a 100-inch screen, the recommended projection distance is 1682 mm.

If your measured projection distance is 1000 mm, the closest match in the “Projection distance (mm)” column is 1009 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 60” (about 1.5 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.

The values in the gray cells are for reference only.
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.

16 Positioning your projector

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.
· 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 mounting bracket. This will perform the secondary role of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose.
· 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/wall 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.
Ceiling/Wall mount installation diagram
Ceiling/Wall mount screw: M4 (Max L = 25 mm; Min L = 20 mm)

75

100

146

75

Unit: mm

Positioning your projector 17

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 screw the adjuster feet to fine-tune the horizontal angle. To retract the feet, screw the adjuster feet in a reverse direction.
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.
Fine-tuning the image size and clarity
Adjusting the focus
Adjust the focus of the image in one of the following situations: · During initial setup · After moving the projector · After adjusting zoom · When image is fuzzy and you wish to obtain a clearer image To adjust the focus: 1. Press FOCUS on the remote control. 2. Press and hold / to adjust the focus. 3. Press OK to save and exit.
18 Positioning your projector

Using the Auto Screen Fit function
The Auto Screen Fit function automatically adjusts the focus, zoom, and aspect ratio of the projected image to fit the screen.
1. Measure the projection distance. Ensure that the distance between the projector and the screen is slightly longer than the intended projection distance.
When the projection distance is greater than 3 meters, ensure that the screen border is at least 6 cm thick for Auto Screen Fit to function properly.
When using the auto screen fit function on a 16:9 or 16:10 screen within 2.2 meters, ensure that the projection angle does not exceed 10 degrees. For 4:3 and 1:1 screens under the same circumstance, ensure that the projection angle does not exceed 20 degrees.
2. Turn on the projector, adjust the blank image until it overflows all four borders of the screen.

3. Adjust the projection distance, angle, or zoom until the adjustment markers are within the border of the screen.

Help

OK Close

OK Start

4. Press the Auto Screen Fit key on your remote control. The projector detects the size and ratio of the screen, and fits the focused image to the screen. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the adjustment.

The image pattern shown here is for illustration only. Please refer to your projector for the actual image
pattern. Use the Focus function to fine-tune the image after preforming Auto Screen Fit.
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Correcting keystone
Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image becomes a trapezoid due to angled projection.
2D keystone (AH700ST)
To correct the distorted image:
1. Do one of the following steps to display the keystone correction page.
· Press / on the projector or remote control. · Go to Advanced Menu – Installation > 2D Keystone and press OK.
2. After the 2D Keystone correction page displays. To correct keystoning at the top of the image, use . To correct keystoning at the bottom of the image, use . To correct keystoning at the right side of the image, use . To correct keystoning at the left side of the image, use .

Press .

Press .

Press .

Press .

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3D keystone (AK700ST)
To correct the distorted image: 1. Display the 3D Keystone correction page
from the following menus. · The setup wizard during the projector
initial setup · Press / on the projector. · Go to the Basic/Advanced Menu –
Installation > 3D Keystone and press OK.
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.
3. When done, press BACK to save your changes and exit.
This function is not available when Warping is enabled.
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Adjusting Corner Fit
You can manually adjust four corners of the image by setting the horizontal and vertical values. 1. Do one of the following steps to display the keystone correction page.
· Press Geometry key on the remote control. · Go to Advanced menu – Installation > Geometry > Corner Fit and press OK. 2. Press / / / to select one corner and press OK. 3. Press / to adjust vertical values. 4. Press / to adjust horizontal values.
Corner Fit
Exit Press for 2 seconds to reset
22 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.
A/V device

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5

1

2

Speakers
Notebook or desktop computer

1 HDMI cable 2 USB Type-C cable 3 Wireless dongle 4 Audio cable 5 USB Type-A cable

· In the connections above, 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 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.

Connection 23

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. · 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.
Connecting the Wireless Dongle
The projector is equipped with a WIRELESS DONGLE port for the Wireless Dongle (EZC-5201BS) which supports wireless projection between the projector and the following systems: iOS, macOS, Android, Windows. After inserting the wireless dongle into the WIRELESS DONGLE port, select Wireless Display from the source selection bar. You can follow the on-screen instructions to enable wireless projection.
Performing wireless projection For different devices, follow the steps below. · For iOS/macOS devices 1. Select the WiFi network that the projector joined in the WiFi settings on your device. 2. After opening control center, press screen mirroring and choose the projector
(BenQ_xxxxxxxx) to start projection. · For Android devices After opening the Quick settings panel, press the Screen Mirroring icon and choose the projector (BenQ_xxxxxxxx).
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· For Windows OS devices Press the Windows + P / K and choose the projector (BenQ_xxxxxxxx). Connecting the projector to the Internet 1. Select the WiFi SSID (BenQ_xxxxxxxx) of the projector in the WiFi settings on your device. 2. Enter the password from the projected image. 3. Open your web browser and go to the address of the projector (192.168.203.1). 4. Select a WiFi network that you want to join. 5. Enter the password if asked.
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Operation
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 on the projector or on the remote control to start the projector. The power indicator flashes green and stays green when the projector is on. The start up procedure takes about 10 seconds. In the later stage of start up, a startup logo is projected. (If necessary) Press Focus to adjust the image clearness.
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 6-digit password. See Utilizing the password function on page 28.
5. Switch all of the connected equipment on. 6. 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 SOURCE to select your desired input signal. See Switching input signal on page 29.
· 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 light source.
· 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 58. · If no signal is detected for 3 minutes, the projector automatically enters saving mode.
26 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 31) · Advanced OSD menu: provides full menu functions. (See Advanced Menu on page 32) 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 Advanced 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
Golf
Aspect Ratio

Volume
10
Brightness

Auto

50

2

Light Source Mode

Information

SmartEco

2D 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

Golf

Audio

User Management Brightness

Contrast

Display

Sharpness

1

Advanced Color Settings

Installation

System

Information

Reset Current Picture Mode

Enter

Return

Exit

2

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

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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

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 17 on page 9.
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
Setting a password

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

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

to highlight Power On Lock and press / to select

Return

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 29.
If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically shut down in a short time.

Password Error Please try again.

28 Operation

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.
Changing the password

Recall Code: Return

1. Go to Advanced menu – System > Security Settings > Password. Press OK. The Password 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 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 > Password > 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 will disappear. 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 select the source:
1. Press SOURCE. A source selection bar appears.
2. Press / until your desired signal is selected and press OK.

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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 39.
Shutting down the projector
1. Press on the projector or on the remote control and a confirmation message will appear prompting you. If you don’t respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear.
2. Press or a second time. The power indicator flashes orange, the projection light source shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 2 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.
30 Operation

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 (33) Aspect Ratio (39) Light Source Mode (52) 2D Keystone (20) (AH700ST only) 3D Keystone (21) (AK700ST only) Volume (37) Brightness (34)
Information (49)
Menu Type (47)

Options
Bright/Golf/Cinema/Game/sRGB/(3D)/(HDR10)/(HLG)/User1/ User2 Auto/4:3/16:9/16:10 Normal ECO SmartEco Custom H: -30~0~30 V: -30~0~30 H: -30~0~30 V: -30~0~30 R: -30~0~30 0 ­ 20 0­100 Native Resolution Detected Resolution Source Picture Mode Light Source Mode 3D Format Color System Dynamic Range Light Source Usage Time Projector ID Firmware Version Service Code Basic/Advanced

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Advanced Menu

1. Main menu: Picture
Structure

Menu

Options

Picture Mode User Management Brightness Contrast Sharpness
Advanced Color Settings
Reset Current Picture Mode

Load Settings From Rename User Mode
Gamma Selection R/G/B/C/M/Y
Color Management W (White Balance) Reset
Brilliant Color Light Source Mode Custom Brightness HDR Brightness Noise Reduction

Bright/Golf/Cinema/Game/sRGB/(3D)/ (HDR10)/(HLG)/User1/User2 Golf/Cinema/Game/sRGB
0­100 0­100 0­31 1.8/2.0/2.1/2.2/2.3/2.4/2.5/2.6/BenQ Hue/Saturation/Gain R Gain/G Gain/B Gain Reset/Cancel Off/On Normal/ECO/SmartEco/Custom 50%­100% -2/-1/0/1/2 0­31
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.
· Golf: Is designed for golf simulators. This mode optimizes the blue sky and the green grass color.
· 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.
· Game: Is designed for playing games. This mode enhances the details of images and vivid color performance and details.
· sRGB: 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.
· 3D: Is appropriate for playing 3D images and 3D video clips. This mode is only available when 3D function is enabled and 3D content is detected.
· HDR10: Delivers High Dynamic Range effects with higher contrasts of brightness and colors for HDR Blu-ray movies. Picture Mode will be switched to HDR10 automatically while detecting metadata or EOTF info from HDR contents.
· 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.
· User1/User2: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes. See User Management on page 34.

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User Management
Brightness Contrast Sharpness

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 User1/User2 mode) as a starting point and customize the settings.
· Load Settings From
1. Go to Picture > Picture Mode.
2. Press / to select User1 or User2.
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 (User1/User2). 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 User1or User2.
3. Press to highlight User Management, and press OK. The User Management page is displayed.
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, Commit 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.

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· Gamma Selection
Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness.
· 1.8/2.0/2.1: 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. · BenQ: Finely-tuned gamma to optimize details and increase contrast.

High Brightness Low Contrast

Low Brightness High Contrast

1.8

2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6

Advanced Color Settings

· 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), Yellow (Y) or White (W). 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

· 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 select W (White Balance), you can adjust the contrast levels of Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and White by selecting R Gain, G Gain, and B Gain.

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

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Advanced Color Settings (Continued)
Reset Current Picture Mode

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.
· 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 a desired level.
· Light Source Mode
Selects a suitable light source power from among the provided modes. See Extending light source life on page 52.
· Custom Brightness
You can adjust the light source brightness. This function is only available when Light Source Mode is Custom.
· 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.
· Noise Reduction
Reduces electrical image noise caused by different media players Returns all of the adjustments you’ve made for the selected Picture Mode (including the preset mode, User1 and User2) 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, Load Settings From.

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2. Main menu: Audio
Structure

Menu
Audio Output Mute Volume Audio Output Format Power On/Off Ring Tone Reset Audio
Function descriptions

Options
Internal Speaker/3.5mm Jack/Audio Return+ Off/On 0 ­ 20
Auto/LPCM/RAW/RAW+
Off/On Reset/Cancel

Menu Audio Output

Descriptions
Selects the audio output from internal or external speakers.
To enjoy Audio Return+ sound effect, make sure to turn on the eARC/ARC function from your soundbar as well.
Audio Return+ supports multi-audio outputs including 2.0, 5.1, 7.1 and Dolby Atmos to external audio systems like soundbars.

Mute
Volume
Audio Output Format
Power On/Off Ring Tone Reset Audio

Audio Return+ is only available with HDMI-2.
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. The following audio output formats are provided to achieve the audio performance you desire.
· Auto: selects a suitable output format from the audio system.
· LPCM: supports 2 channel audio output.
· RAW (Up to 7.1): supports up to 7.1 channel audio output.
· RAW+ (Object-base): supports Dolby Atmos audio output. 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 Mode

3D Sync Invert

3D

Save 3D Settings

HDMI Settings
4K Upscaling (AK700ST only)

Apply 3D Settings
HDMI Format HDMI Equalizer
HDMI EDID
Power On Link Power Off Link

Screen Fill

(AH700ST) (AK700ST)

Reset Display

Options

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

Off/On

HDMI-1/HDMI-2

Auto/Top-Bottom/Frame Sequential/ Frame Packing/Side By Side/Off

Disable/Invert

3D Settings 1/3D Settings 2/ 3D Settings 3

3D Settings 1/3D Settings 2/ 3D Settings 3

Auto/Limited/Full

HDMI-1/HDMI-2 Auto/1/2/3/4/5

HDMI-1/HDMI-2/ Type C

Enhanced/Standard

Off/From Device

Off/From Projector

Off/On

Standard Enhanced Standard Enhanced

16:9 (1920 x 1080)/16:10 (1728 x 1080)/4:3 (1440 x 1080)/1:1 (1080 x 1080)
16:9 (3840 x 2160)/16:10 (1728 x 1080)/4:3 (1440 x 1080)/1:1 (1080 x 1080)
16:9 (1920 x 1080)/16:10 (1728 x 1080)/4:3 (1440 x 1080)/1:1 (1080 x 1080)
16:9 (3840 x 2160)/16:10 (3200 x 2048)/4:3 (2880 x 2160)/1:1 (2160 x 2160)
Reset/Cancel

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Function descriptions

Menu

Descriptions

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

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

15:9 picture

Aspect Ratio

· 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

Auto Source Search

· 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

· 16:10: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio.

16:10 picture

Allows the projector to automatically search for a signal.

Renames the current input source to your desired name.

On the Source Rename page:

1. Press OK to display the on-screen keyboard.

Source Rename

2. Press / / / to select each desired digit/letter, and press OK to confirm each input.

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

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 a pair of 3D glasses and make sure the power is on to view 3D contents.

When watching 3D contents:

3D

· 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.

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3D (Continued)

· The image may seem reddish, greenish, or bluish without wearing 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 projector can automatically enable 3D mode via the contents when the source type is HDMI and supports 1.4a. If you want the projector to automatically choose an appropriate 3D format when detecting 3D contents, select Auto. If the projector cannot recognize the 3D format, choose a 3D mode from among Top-Bottom, Frame Sequential, Frame Packing and Side By Side.
When 3D Mode is enabled:
· The brightness level of the projected image decreases. · The Picture Mode cannot be adjusted. · The 2D 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.
· Save 3D Settings
When you have successfully displayed the 3D contents after making the appropriate adjustments, you can enable this function and choose a set of 3D settings to memorize current 3D settings.
· Apply 3D Settings
After the 3D settings are saved, you can decide if you would like to apply them by choosing a set of 3D settings that you have saved. Once applied, the projector will automatically play the incoming 3D contents if it matches the 3D settings saved.

Only the set(s) of 3D settings with memorized data is available.

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HDMI Settings
4K Upscaling (AK700ST only) Screen Fill Reset Display

· 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/Type C 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.
· 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 > From Device
Power Off Link > From Projector

When the connected device is turned on, the projector will be activated, too.
When the projector is turned off, the connected device will be shut down, too.

Enables or disables “XPR always ON” which upscales all input timings to 4K resolution.
Select the screen aspect ratio. The native resolution changes in accordance with user’s selection.

When Screen Fill is set to 16:10, 4:3, or 1:1, Aspect Ratio is set to Auto and is not available for adjustment.
Returns all the settings on the Display main menu to the factory default values.

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4. Main menu: Installation
Structure
Menu
Projector Position 2D Keystone (AH700ST only)
3D Keystone (AK700ST only)
Test Pattern High Altitude Mode Baud Rate Projector ID Setting
Corner Fit

Geometry

Warping (AK700ST only)

Auto Screen Fit Focus
Image Resizing

Motor Zoom Digital Shrink & Shift
Blanking

Wall Color Image Memory

Save Image Memory Apply Image Memory Rename

Options

Front/Front Ceiling/Rear/Rear Ceiling

H: -30 ­ +30

V: -30 ­ +30

H: -30~0~30

V: -30~0~30

R: -30~0~30

On/Off

On/Off

9600/14400/19200/38400/57600/ 115200

Off/01/02/…/99

Top Left/Top Right/ Bottom Left/Bottom Right

H: 0~60 (1080P)/ 0~340 (4K) V: 0~60 (1080P)/ 0~600 (4K)

Enable

Off/On

Warping Pattern

5×3/10×5/15×9/ 24×15

Warping Background

Warping Correction

Reset

On/Off

Reset

Focus

Manual Focus

1.0X ­ 1.2X

0.75X~1.00X

Modes of Adjustment

Top

Bottom

Left

Right

Reset All Blanking Settings

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

Memory-1/Memory-2/Memory-3/ Memory-4/Memory-5

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Function descriptions

Menu
Projector Position
2D Keystone (AH700ST only)
3D Keystone (AK700ST only)

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 13 for details.
See 2D keystone (AH700ST) on page 20 for details.
See 3D keystone (AK700ST) on page 21 for details. This image adjustment might impact latency. We suggest setting the 3D Keystone values to 0 to enjoy low latency gaming.

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 1501 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 Projector ID Setting

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.
Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable. This function is intended for qualified service personnel.
Set an ID for projector to match with corresponding remote control.

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Geometry
Auto Screen Fit Focus

· Corner Fit
See Adjusting Corner Fit on page 22 for details.
· Warping (AK700ST only)
This function aims at correcting the geometric distortion of the projector’s images when they are projected onto an uneven surface such as a cylinder, a spherical shape, etc.
· Enable When this function is enabled, the following functions are not available: 3D Keystone, Aspect Ratio, Corner Fit, Digital Shrink & Shift, Blanking.
· Warping Pattern After the warping function is enabled, select a pattern.
· Warping Background Choose Yes if you want to set the warping data with your projected image. If not, a black screen will be displayed.
· Warping Correction If you have never set the warping data under the selected warping pattern, a grid pattern is displayed.
1. Press / / / to move the cursor to an adjustment point.
2. Press OK.
3. Press / / / to move the adjustment point up/down/left/right. Short press on the directional arrow moves 1 pixel, while long press moves 30 pixel.
· Reset If you want to set a new warping data for the selected pattern, reset its data first by choosing Reset.
Automatically captures and calculates the screen size, and then switches the projection image into the correct EDID. It then continues with optical correction using motor zoom and digital correction (corner fit) functions to fill the full image to the screen.
· Focus
Press FOCUS on the remote control to adjust the focus of the image. After focus is complete, an adjustment page is displayed to allow user to manually fine-tune the focus by pressing / on the remote control.
· Manual Focus
Manually adjust the focus by pressing / on the remote control.

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· Motor Zoom
Magnifies or reduces the projected image size.
1. After the adjustment bar displays, press / on the projector repeatedly to reduce or magnify the image to a desired size.
2. Press OK to enter panning mode.
3. Press the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture.

Image Resizing

The picture can only be navigated after it is magnified. You can further magnify the picture while searching for details.
· Digital Shrink & Shift
Shrinks and/or shifts the projected image.
1. After the adjustment bar displays, press / repeatedly to shrink or magnify the picture to a desired size.
2. Press OK to activate digital shift function.
3. After digital shift function is activated, press the directional arrows ( , , , ) to shift the image.

The picture can only be shifted after it shrank.
· Blanking
Blanks some parts of the projected image.
1. Select the Modes of Adjustment first by pressing / .
2. Press / to highlight the area you want to adjust and press / to adjust its range.

Wall Color

Enacting the Reset All Blanking Settings function will return all items in the Blanking menu to the factory preset values. Pressing OK clears the values of selected item.
Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection 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. There are several precalibrated colors to choose from: Light Yellow, Pink, Light Green, Blue, and Blackboard.

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Image Memory

· Save Image Memory: Allows you to save and apply several sets of image settings for regularly used circumstances, including the following settings: Projector Position, Aspect Ratio, Picture Mode, Source, Resolution, Light Source Mode, Digital Shrink & Shift, Blanking, Corner Fit, 2D Keystone, 3D Keystone, ZOOM, Screen Fill, Warping. You can choose one set of memory to save the current settings.

· Apply Image Memory: After the image memories are saved, you can decide if you would like to apply it by choosing a set of memory that you have saved.

· Rename: Renames the image memories.

5. Main menu: System

Structure

Menu

Options

Language

Bhs Ind

Background Settings
Menu Settings

Background Color Splash Screen Menu Type Menu Display Time
Menu Position

Reminder Message

Light Source Usage Time

Normal Mode

Light Source Information

ECO Mode SmartEco Mode Custom Mode

Equivalent Light Hours

Refer to UM for detailed formula

Standby Settings Standby Mode Audio Pass Through

LED Indicator

Direct Power On

Operation Settings Power On/Off Settings

Signal Power On Auto Power Off

Panel Key Lock Security Settings
Password
Factory Default

Off/On Change Password Power On Lock

Black/Blue/Purple BenQ/Black/Blue Basic/Advanced 5 sec/10 sec/20 sec/30 sec/Always Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/ Bottom-Right/Bottom-Left Off/On
Eco/Normal Off/HDMI-1/HDMI-2 Off/On Off/On HDMI-1/HDMI-2/Type C Disable/3 min/10 min/15 min/ 20 min/25 min/30 min Yes/No
Reset/Cancel

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Reset System
Function descriptions

Reset/Cancel

Menu

Descriptions

Language

Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.

· Background Color

Background Settings

Sets the background color for the projector.
· Splash Screen
Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start-up. · Menu Type

Sets the OSD menu type according to your needs.

· Menu Display Time

Menu Settings

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. This menu page displays the following information:

· Light Source Usage Time

Light Source Information

· Light hours used under Normal Mode, ECO Mode, SmartEco Mode, Custom Mode.
· Equivalent Light Hours

· Refer to UM for detailed formula: refer to Getting to know the light hour on page 51 for light source usage formula.

· Standby Mode

· Eco: The projector maintains at normal standby mode with less than 0.5W power consumption.

· Normal: Allows the projector to provide network, monitor out and

Standby Settings

audio pass through functions in standby mode.

· Audio Pass Through

The projector can play sound when it is in standby mode and the corresponding jacks are correctly connected to devices. Press / to choose the source that you wish to use. See Connection on page 23 for how to make the connection.

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· 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

Operation Settings

· Direct Power On: Allows the projector to turn on automatically once the power is fed through the power cord.
· Signal Power On: Sets whether to turn the projector directly on

without pressing POWER or ON when the projector is in standby mode and detects a HDMI or Type C signal.
· 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.
· 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 Security Settings 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.
· Password/Power On Lock
See Utilizing the password function on page 28. Returns all settings to the factory preset values.

Factory Default Reset System

The following settings will still remain: 2D Keystone, Digital Shrink & Shift, Blanking, Corner Fit, Projector Position, Light Usage Time, Security Settings, Baud Rate, High Altitude Mode, HDMI Equalizer.
Returns all the settings on the System main menu to the factory default values.

The following settings will still remain: Light Source Information, Security Settings.

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6. Main menu: Information

Structure

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

Menu
Native Resolution Detected Resolution Source Picture Mode Light Source Mode

Descriptions
Shows the native resolution of the projector. 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.

3D Format

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

3D Format is only available when 3D is enabled.
Shows the input system format. Shows the dynamic range of the input source. Shows the number of hours the light has been used. Shows the projector ID. 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 30 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 56 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) 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 Custom Mode = a hours
2. Equivalent Light Hour = hours = A-X–‘ + 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 Custom Mode A’ is the longest light life spec among X, Y, Z, A
For time used in each light source 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 source mode in “Minutes” then rounds down to an integer in hours shown in OSD.
To obtain the light source hour information: 1. Go to Advanced menu – System > Light Source Information and press OK. 2. The Light Source Usage Time information is displayed. You can also get the light source 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 and select a suitable light source power from among the provided modes.

Setting the projector in ECO, SmartEco or Custom mode extends light source life.

Light mode Description

Normal Mode Provides full light source brightness

ECO Mode

Lowers brightness to extend the light source life and decreases the fan noise

SmartEco Mode

Adjusts the light source power automatically depending on the content brightness level while optimizing display quality

Custom Mode

Enables the light source brightness adjustment bar so that you can adjust the setting to your liking

Some of the above light mode(s) may not be available under certain circumstances.

· 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 / .

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Indicators
Light

Status & Description
Power events Stand-by mode
Powering up
Normal operation
Normal power-down cooling
Download
Color wheel start/spin fail
Phosphor wheel start/spin fail Burn-in events Burn-in on
Burn-in off Light events Light source life exhausted
Light error in normal operation 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) Fan 4 error (the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed) Temperature 1 error (over limited temperature)

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

Remedy
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.

Cause
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.
Blurred image

Remedy 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.

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

Remedy
Adjust the focus. Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector if necessary.

Abnormal image

Cause The image is abnormal.

Remedy · Ensure the video source cable is connected properly,
and that the video source is turned on. · Ensure that the air intake or exhaust is not blocked.

Auto Screen Fit does not function properly

Cause The adjustment markers are outside of or on the border of the screen.
Screen ratio is incorrect.
The adjustment markers are within the screen, but the screen ratio is incorrect.

Remedy
Adjust the distance between the projector and the screen. · Adjust the projection angle, ensure that the projector
aims directly at the screen.
· Use the Corner Fit function to fill the corners.
Adjust the projection angle, ensure that the projector aims directly at the screen.

54 Troubleshooting

The projector cannot detect a screen.
Remote control does not work
Cause The batteries are out of power. There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector. You are too far away from the projector.

· Dim the ambient light to ensure screen detection. · Clean the focus lens, ensure that it is clean and not
obstructed. · Ensure that the screen shape is a right rectangle. · Ensure that the screen border is 6 cm in width. · Ensure that the color of the screen border is matted
black or matted dark gray to provide a sharp contrast against the light color of the screen.
Remedy Replace both of the batteries 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
See Entering the password recall procedure on page 29.

Troubleshooting 55

Specifications
Projector specifications

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Optical
Resolution AH700ST: 1920 x 1080 1080p AK700ST: 3840 x 2160 4K
Display system 1-CHIP DMD
Lens F = 2.53 ~ 2.73, f = 10.2 ~ 12.24 mm
Light source Laser and LED
Electrical
Power supply AC100­240V, 3.6 A, 50­60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption 320 W (Max); < 0.5 W (Standby)
Mechanical
Weight 3.3 Kg + 100 g (7.28 lbs + 0.22 lbs)
Output terminals
Speaker 10 watt x1
Audio signal output PC audio jack x 1
Control
RS-232 serial control 9 pin x 1
IR receiver x 2
Input terminals
Video signal input SD/HDTV signal input Digital – HDMI x 2
USB Type-A power supply 5V /1.5 A x 1 Type-A power supply 5V /1 A x 1 for wireless dongle

USB Type C input USB Type C Input DP (Display) ALT Mode and DC 5V/1A Out x 1
Environmental Requirements
Operating temperature 0°C­40°C at sea level
Operating relative humidity 10%­90% (without condensation)
Operating altitude 0­1500 m at 0°C­35°C 1501­3000 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

References

• LCD Monitors, Projectors, Speakers and Lighting | BenQ AU
• Welcome | BenQ Europe

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