BenQ Projector MP727 User Manual

MP724/MP727/MP735  
Digital Projector  
User Manual  
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Important safety instructions  
Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information  
technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you  
follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.  
Safety Instructions  
1.  
Please read this manual before you 4.  
operate your projector. Save it for  
future reference.  
Always open the lens shutter or  
remove the lens cap when the  
projector lamp is on.  
5.  
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  
2.  
Do not look straight at the projector  
lens during operation. The intense  
light beam may damage your eyes.  
recommended that you connect  
your projector through a power  
stabilizer, surge protector or  
uninterruptible power supply  
(UPS).  
3.  
Refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel.  
6.  
Do not block the projection lens with  
any objects when the projector is  
under operation as this could cause  
the objects to become heated and  
deformed or even cause a fire. To  
temporarily turn off the lamp, press  
BLANK on the projector or remote  
control.  
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Safety Instructions (Continued)  
7.  
The lamp becomes extremely hot  
during operation. Allow the  
projector to cool for approximately  
45 minutes prior to removing the  
lamp assembly for replacement.  
10. Do not place this product on an  
unstable cart, stand, or table. The  
product may fall, sustaining serious  
damage.  
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.  
8.  
Do not operate lamps beyond the  
rated lamp life. Excessive operation  
of lamps beyond the rated life could  
cause them to break on rare  
occasions.  
9.  
Never replace the lamp assembly or  
any electronic components unless  
the projector is unplugged.  
12. When the projector is under  
operation, you may sense some  
heated air and odor from its  
ventilation grill. It is a normal  
phenomenon and not a product  
defect.  
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Safety Instructions (Continued)  
13. Do not place this projector in any of  
the following environments.  
14. 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.  
- 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, shortening the  
projector's life span and darkening the  
image.  
If the ventilation holes are seriously  
obstructed, overheating inside the  
projector may result in a fire.  
15. Always place the projector on a level,  
horizontal surface during operation.  
- Do not use if tilted at an angle of more  
than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle  
of more than 15 degrees front to back.  
Using the projector when it is not fully  
horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or  
damage to, the lamp.  
- Locations near fire alarms  
- Locations with an ambient temperature  
above 35°C / 95°F  
- Locations where the altitudes are higher  
than 3000 m (10000 feet).  
16. Do not stand the projector on end  
vertically. Doing so may cause the  
projector to fall over, causing injury or  
resulting in damage to the projector.  
3000 m  
(10000 feet)  
0 m  
(0 feet)  
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Safety Instructions (Continued)  
17. Do not step on the projector or place  
any objects upon it. Besides probable  
physical damage to the projector,  
doing so may result in accidents and  
possible injury.  
Ceiling mounting the projector  
We want you to have a pleasant  
experience using your BenQ projector,  
so we need to bring this safety matter  
to your attention to prevent possible  
damage to person and property.  
If you intend to mount your projector  
on the ceiling, we strongly recommend  
that you use a proper fitting BenQ  
projector ceiling mount kit and that  
you ensure it is securely and safely  
installed.  
If you use a non-BenQ brand projector  
ceiling mount kit, there is a safety risk  
that the projector may fall from the  
ceiling due to an improper attachment  
through the use of the wrong gauge or  
length screws.  
You can purchase a BenQ projector  
ceiling mount kit from the place you  
purchased your BenQ projector. BenQ  
recommends that you also purchase a  
separate Kensington lock compatible  
security cable and attach it securely to  
both the Kensington lock slot on the  
projector and the base of the ceiling  
mount bracket. This will perform the  
secondary role of restraining the  
projector should its attachment to the  
mounting bracket become loose.  
18. Do not place liquids near or on the  
projector. Liquids spilled into the  
projector may cause it to fail. If the  
projector does become wet, disconnect  
it from the power supply's wall socket  
and call BenQ to have the projector  
serviced.  
19. This product is capable of displaying  
inverted images for ceiling mount  
installation.  
Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for  
mounting the projector and ensure it  
is securely installed.  
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Introduction  
Projector features  
The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly  
design to deliver high reliability and ease of use.  
The projector offers the following features.  
Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors  
Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process  
Selectable password protected function  
Up to 11 sets of picture modes providing multiple choices for different projection  
purposes  
3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking  
Selectable quick cooling function makes the projector cool in a shorter time  
Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations  
One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality  
Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images  
Adjustable color balance control for data/video display  
High brightness projection lamp  
Ability to display 16.7 million colors  
Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus  
Switchable normal and economic modes to reduce the power consumption  
Component HDTV compatibility (YPbPr)  
High quality manual zoom lens  
Splash Screen lock to prevent unauthorized use  
FAQ to troubleshoot operational problems with one quick key press  
Built-in speakers provide mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected  
Powerful AV function to provide high quality video image  
HDCP compatibility  
HDMI 1.3 compatibility  
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.  
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Shipping contents  
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these  
items are missing, please contact your place of purchase.  
Standard accessories  
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those  
illustrated.  
Standard For Japan  
Remote  
Model Only  
Projector  
Remote control with battery  
(UK)  
(US)  
(KOREA)  
(CHINA)  
(JAPAN)  
(AU)  
(EU)  
Power cord  
VGA cable  
Quick start guide  
User manual CD  
Warranty card*  
Optional accessories  
1.  
2.  
Spare lamp kit  
Ceiling mount kit  
3.  
4.  
Presentation Plus  
RS-232 cable  
*The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for  
detailed information.  
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Projector exterior view  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Vent (heated air exhaust)  
Lamp cover  
Quick-release button  
Projection lens  
External control panel  
details.)  
Front/upper side  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Vent (cool air intake)  
Focus ring and Zoom ring  
Front IR remote sensor  
9.  
AC power cord inlet  
10. USB input socket  
Rear/lower side  
11. D-SUB output socket  
12. D-SUB/COMP.IN input socket  
13. DVI input socket  
14. HDMI input socket  
15. S-VIDEO input socket  
16. VIDEO input socket  
17. AUDIO speaker  
18. Kensington anti-theft lock slot  
19. IR receiver  
20. AUDIO input socket (right)  
21. AUDIO input socket (left)  
22. AUDIO input socket  
23. RS-232 control port  
24. AUDIO output socket  
25. Rear adjuster foot  
26. Air intake vent  
27. Quick-release foot  
28. Ceiling mount holes  
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Controls and functions  
Projector  
6.  
MODE/ENTER  
Selects an available picture setup mode.  
39 for details.  
Enacts the selected On-Screen Display  
(OSD) menu item. See "Using the  
menus" on page 29 for details.  
10  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Left/  
11  
Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing  
BLANK  
12  
13  
10  
U
sed to hide the screen picture. See  
FOCUS/ZOOM Ring  
Used to adjust the projected image  
1.  
LAMP indicator light  
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up  
or flashes when the lamp has developed a  
problem. See "Indicators" on page 63 for  
details.  
10. Keystone/Arrow keys (  
Down)  
/
Up,  
/
2.  
3.  
POWER indicator light  
Manually corrects distorted images  
resulting from an angled projection. See  
details.  
Lights up or flashes when the projector is  
under operation. See "Indicators" on page  
63 for details.  
TEMPerature indicator light  
Lights up red if the projector's temperature  
becomes too high. See "Indicators" on page  
63 for details.  
11. AUTO  
Automatically determines the best picture  
timings for the displayed image. See  
for details.  
4.  
5.  
POWER  
12.  
Right/  
Toggles the projector between standby  
mode and on.  
Activates panel key lock. See "Locking  
When the On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menu is activated, the #7, #10, and #12  
keys are used as directional arrows to  
select the desired menu items and to make  
adjustments. See "Using the menus" on  
page 29 for details.  
48 for details.  
MENU/EXIT  
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu,  
exits and saves menu settings.  
details.  
13. SOURCE  
Displays the source selection bar. See  
details.  
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Remote control  
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6
Standard remote  
For Japan model only  
1.  
2.  
Laser (Standard Remote only)  
Use as on-screen pointer.  
DO NOT POINT IN EYES.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
PAGE UP  
Page up arrow when connected through  
USB to a PC. See "Remote paging  
Up cursor  
POWER  
Toggles the projector between standby  
mode and on. See "Starting up the  
Enter  
Enter key when connected through USB  
to a PC.  
Left  
Navigates and changes settings in the  
for details.  
Left cursor  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Navigates and changes settings in the  
for details.  
Down cursor  
Left arrow when connected through USB  
to a PC.  
Down  
Navigates and changes settings in the  
for details.  
Down arrow when connected through  
USB to a PC.  
10. KEYSTONE keys (  
/
)
Manually corrects distorted images  
resulting from an angled projection. See  
details.  
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11. STATUS  
Opens the OSD STATUS menu (the menu  
19. Right  
Right arrow when connected through  
only opens when an input device is  
detected).  
USB to a PC.  
20. PAGE DOWN  
12. MENU  
Page down arrow when connected  
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu,  
exits and saves menu settings.  
details.  
through USB to a PC. See "Remote  
Right cursor  
Navigates and changes settings in the  
for details.  
21.  
13. AUTO  
Automatically determines the best picture  
timings for the displayed image. See  
details.  
22. OK  
Changes settings in the OSD. See "Using  
the menus" on page 29 for details.  
23. VOLUME +/-  
14. SOURCE  
Adjusts volume. See "Adjusting the  
Displays the source selection bar. See  
details.  
24. MUTE  
Mutes the built-in speaker.  
25. BLANK  
Hides the screen picture.  
26. ZOOM+  
Zoom in.  
27. ZOOM-  
Zoom out.  
15. IR transmitter  
Transmits signals to projector.  
16. Status LED  
Lights when the remote control is used.  
17. LASER/MODE  
LASER: Press to operate the on-screen  
pointer.  
MODE: Choose a suitable preset mode for  
usage environment.  
28. FREEZE  
Freeze/unfreezes the on-screen picture.  
details.  
18. Up  
Up arrow when connected through USB  
to a PC.  
Operating the LASER pointer  
The LASER Pointer is a presentation aid for professionals. It emits red  
colored light when you press it and the indicator lights up red. The  
laser beam is visible. It is necessary to press and hold LASER for  
continuous output.  
Do not look into the laser light window or shine the laser light  
beam on yourself or others. See the warning messages on the  
back of the remote control prior to using it.  
The laser pointer is not a toy. Parents should be mindful of the  
dangers of laser energy and keep this remote control out of the reach  
of children.  
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Remote control effective range  
Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the  
front of the projector. The remote control must be held at  
an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the  
projector's IR remote control sensor to function correctly.  
The distance between the remote control and the sensor  
should not exceed 7 meters (~ 23 feet).  
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote  
control and the IR sensor on the projector that might  
obstruct the infra-red beam.  
Replacing the remote control battery  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Remove the battery compartment cover by  
sliding the cover in the direction of the  
arrow.  
Insert the supplied batteries taking note of  
the polarity (+/-) as shown here.  
Replace the cover.  
Avoid excessive heat and humidity.  
There may be battery damage if the battery is incorrectly replaced.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.  
Dispose of the used battery according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.  
Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.  
If the battery is dead or if you will not be using the remote control for a long time, remove  
the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.  
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Positioning your projector  
Choosing a location  
Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select.  
Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power  
outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your  
equipment.  
Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations:  
1.  
Front Table  
Select this location with the projector placed on a table in  
front of the screen. This is the most common way to  
position the projector for quick setup and portability.  
2.  
Front Ceiling  
Select this location with the projector suspended upside-  
down from the ceiling in front of the screen.  
Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit from  
your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.  
Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >  
Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.  
3.  
Rear Table  
Select this location with the projector placed on a table  
behind the screen.  
Note that a special rear projection screen is required.  
Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >  
Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.  
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 Mounting Kit are required for this  
installation location.  
Set Rear Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >  
Projector Position menu after you turn the projector on.  
*To set the projector position:  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote control  
and then press until the SYSTEM SETUP:  
Basic menu is highlighted.  
Presentation Timer  
Language  
Projector Position  
Auto Power Off  
Blank Timer  
English  
Front Table  
Disable  
Disable  
Off  
/
Panel Key Lock  
Sleep Timer  
Splash Screen  
My Screen  
2. Press  
/
to highlight Projector Position and press  
Disable  
BenQ  
/
until the correct position is selected.  
MENU Exit  
Analog RGB  
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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.  
4:3 is the native aspect ratio of MP724 and MP727. 16:10 is the native aspect ratio of  
MP735. To be able to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio image on MP724 or  
MP727, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen image to the projector's native  
aspect width. This will result in a proportionally smaller height equivalent to 75% of the  
projector's native aspect height.  
4:3 aspect image in a 4:3  
aspect display area  
16:9 aspect image scaled to a 4:3 aspect  
display area  
Thus, a 16:9 aspect image will not utilize 25% of the height of a 4:3 aspect image displayed  
by this projector. This will be seen as darkened (unlit) bars along the top and bottom  
(vertical 12.5% height respectively) of the 4:3 projection display area whenever displaying  
a scaled 16:9 aspect image in the vertical center of the 4:3 projection display area.  
The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and  
positioned directly perpendicular (90° right-angle square) to the horizontal center of the  
screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or projecting onto  
angled surfaces).  
The modern digital projector does not project directly forward (like older style reel-to-reel  
film projectors did). Instead, digital projectors are designed to project at a slightly upward  
angle above the horizontal plane of the projector. This is so that they can be readily placed  
on a table and will project forward and upwards onto a screen positioned so that the bottom  
edge of the screen is above the level of the table (and everyone in the room can see the  
screen).  
If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it projects  
at a slightly downward angle.  
You can see from the diagram on page 17, that this type of projection causes the bottom  
edge of the projected image to be vertically offset from the horizontal plane of the projector.  
When ceiling mounted, this refers to the top edge of the projected image.  
If the projector is positioned further away from the screen, the projected image size  
increases, and the vertical offset also increases proportionately.  
When determining the position of the screen and projector, you will need to account for  
both the projected image size and the vertical offset dimension, which are directly  
proportional to the projection distance.  
BenQ has provided a table of screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for  
projection dimensions" on page 19 depending on the projector you are using. There are two  
dimensions to consider, the perpendicular horizontal distance from the center of the screen  
(projection distance), and the vertical offset height of the projector from the horizontal edge  
of the screen (offset).  
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How to determine the position of the projector for a  
given screen size  
1.  
2.  
Select your screen size.  
Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns  
labelled "4:3 screen". Using this value, look across this row to the right to find the  
corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled "Average".  
This is the projection distance.  
3.  
4.  
On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical  
offset in mm" value. This will determine the final vertical offset placement of the  
projector in relation to the edge of the screen.  
The recommended position for the projector is aligned perpendicular to the horizontal  
center of the screen, at the distance from the screen determined in step 2 above, and  
offset by the value determined in step 3 above.  
For example (MP724), if you are using a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is  
4999 mm and with a vertical offset of 256 mm.  
If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt  
it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion  
will occur. Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion. See "Correcting keystone"  
on page 35 for details.  
How to determine the recommended screen size for a  
given distance  
This method can be used for situations where you have purchased this projector and would  
like to know what screen size will fit in your room.  
The maximum screen size is limited by the physical space available in your room.  
1.  
Measure the distance between the projector and where you want to position the  
screen. This is the projection distance.  
2.  
Refer to the table and find the closest match to your measurement in the average  
distance from screen column labelled "Average". If the min and max values are  
available on the table, check that your measured distance is between the min and max  
distances listed on either side of the average distance value.  
3.  
4.  
Using this value, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding screen  
diagonal listed in that row. That is the projected image size of the projector at that  
projection distance.  
On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical  
offset in mm" value. This will determine the final placement of the screen in relation  
to the horizontal plane of the projector.  
For example (MP724), if your measured projection distance was 4.5 m (4500 mm), the  
closest match in the "Average" column is 4499 mm. Looking across this row shows that a  
108-inch screen is required.  
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MP724/727 projection dimensions  
Refer to "Dimensions" on page 66 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before  
calculating the appropriate position.  
Maximum zoom  
Minimum zoom  
Screen  
Center of lens  
Vertical offset  
Projection distance  
MP724  
Recommended projection dis-  
tance from screen in mm  
4:3 screen  
Verti-  
cal  
offset  
in mm  
diagonal  
Inches  
Width  
Height  
Min  
Max  
length  
(with max.  
zoom)  
length  
(withmin.  
zoom)  
Average  
Feet  
4
mm  
mm  
mm  
48  
59  
1219  
1499  
1524  
1829  
2007  
2134  
2438  
2489  
2743  
2997  
3048  
3505  
3658  
3988  
4572  
5004  
5486  
5994  
7620  
975  
732  
1853  
2278  
2316  
2780  
3050  
3243  
3706  
3784  
4170  
4556  
4633  
5328  
5560  
6061  
6949  
7606  
8339  
9111  
11582  
1999  
2458  
2499  
2999  
3291  
3499  
3999  
4082  
4499  
4915  
4999  
5749  
5998  
6540  
7498  
8206  
8998  
9831  
-
2146  
2638  
2682  
3219  
3532  
3755  
4292  
4381  
4828  
5275  
5364  
6169  
6437  
7019  
8047  
8807  
9656  
10550  
-
102  
126  
128  
154  
169  
179  
205  
209  
230  
252  
256  
294  
307  
335  
384  
420  
461  
504  
640  
1199  
1219  
1463  
1605  
1707  
1951  
1991  
2195  
2398  
2438  
2804  
2926  
3190  
3658  
4003  
4389  
4796  
6096  
899  
5
6
60  
914  
72  
1097  
1204  
1280  
1463  
1494  
1646  
1798  
1829  
2103  
2195  
2393  
2743  
3002  
3292  
3597  
4572  
79  
7
8
84  
96  
98  
9
108  
118  
120  
138  
144  
157  
180  
197  
216  
236  
300  
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12  
15  
18  
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MP727  
Recommended projection dis-  
tance from screen in mm  
4:3 screen  
Verti-  
cal  
offset  
in mm  
diagonal  
Width  
Height  
Min  
Max  
length  
(with max.  
zoom)  
length  
(withmin.  
zoom)  
Average  
Feet  
4
Inches  
mm  
mm  
mm  
48  
59  
1219  
1499  
1524  
1829  
2007  
2134  
2438  
2489  
2743  
2997  
3048  
3505  
3658  
3988  
4572  
5004  
5486  
5994  
7620  
975  
732  
1756  
2158  
2195  
2633  
2890  
3072  
3511  
3584  
3950  
4316  
4389  
5047  
5267  
5742  
6584  
7205  
7900  
8632  
10973  
1902  
2338  
2377  
2853  
3130  
3328  
3804  
3883  
4279  
4676  
4755  
5468  
5706  
6221  
7132  
7806  
8559  
9351  
11887  
2049  
2518  
2560  
3072  
3371  
3584  
4097  
4182  
4609  
5035  
5121  
5889  
6145  
6700  
7681  
8406  
9217  
10071  
12802  
90  
1199  
1219  
1463  
1605  
1707  
1951  
1991  
2195  
2398  
2438  
2804  
2926  
3190  
3658  
4003  
4389  
4796  
6096  
899  
111  
112  
135  
149  
158  
181  
184  
203  
222  
226  
260  
271  
295  
339  
371  
406  
444  
564  
5
6
60  
914  
72  
1097  
1204  
1280  
1463  
1494  
1646  
1798  
1829  
2103  
2195  
2393  
2743  
3002  
3292  
3597  
4572  
79  
7
8
84  
96  
98  
9
108  
118  
120  
138  
144  
157  
180  
197  
216  
236  
300  
10  
12  
15  
18  
25  
There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. BenQ  
recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test  
the projection size and distance using the actual projector before you permanently install it,  
so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics. This will help you  
determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.  
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MP735 projection dimensions  
Refer to "Dimensions" on page 66 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before  
calculating the appropriate position.  
Maximum zoom  
Minimum zoom  
Screen  
Center of lens  
Vertical offset  
Projection distance  
Recommended projection dis-  
tance from screen in mm  
16:10 screen  
diagonal  
Verti-  
cal  
offset  
in mm  
Width  
Height  
Min  
Max  
length  
(with max.  
zoom)  
length  
(withmin.  
zoom)  
Average  
Feet  
4
Inches  
mm  
mm  
mm  
48  
59  
1219  
1499  
1524  
1829  
2007  
2134  
2438  
2489  
2743  
2997  
3048  
3505  
3658  
3988  
4572  
5004  
5486  
5994  
7620  
1034  
1271  
1292  
1551  
1702  
1809  
2068  
2111  
2326  
2542  
2585  
2972  
3102  
3382  
3877  
4243  
4652  
5083  
6462  
646  
794  
1582  
1944  
1977  
2373  
2603  
2768  
3164  
3230  
3559  
3889  
3955  
4548  
4746  
5174  
5932  
6492  
7118  
7777  
9886  
1701  
2090  
2126  
2551  
2799  
2976  
3401  
3472  
3827  
4181  
4252  
4890  
5102  
5563  
6378  
6980  
7653  
8362  
10630  
1820  
2237  
2275  
2729  
2995  
3184  
3639  
3715  
4094  
4473  
4549  
5231  
5459  
5952  
6824  
7468  
8188  
8947  
11373  
74  
91  
5
6
60  
808  
93  
72  
79  
969  
111  
122  
130  
149  
152  
167  
183  
186  
214  
223  
243  
279  
305  
334  
365  
464  
1063  
1131  
1292  
1319  
1454  
1589  
1615  
1858  
1939  
2114  
2423  
2652  
2908  
3177  
4039  
7
8
84  
96  
98  
9
108  
118  
120  
138  
144  
157  
180  
197  
216  
236  
300  
10  
12  
15  
18  
25  
There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. BenQ  
recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test  
the projection size and distance using the actual projector before you permanently install it,  
so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics. This will help you  
determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.  
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Connection  
When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Turn all equipment off before making any connections.  
Use the correct signal cables for each source.  
Ensure the cables are firmly inserted.  
In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see  
"Shipping contents" on page 8). They are commercially available from electronics stores.  
Connecting a computer or monitor  
Connecting a computer  
The projector provides a VGA input socket that allows you to connect it to both IBM®  
compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A Mac adapter (an optional accessory) is  
needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers.  
Additionally, you can also connect the projector to a computer via the USB cable so you can  
perform paging operations of the application on the PC or notebook.  
To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer:  
With a VGA cable:  
With a DVI-I cable:  
With a HDMI cable:  
Your computer  
Your computer  
must be equipped  
with a DVI-I output  
socket.  
Take a DVI-I cable  
and connect one end  
to the DVI-I output  
socket of the  
computer. Connect  
the other end of the  
cable to the DVI-I  
signal input socket  
on the projector.  
must be equipped  
with a HDMI  
output socket.  
Take a HDMI cable  
and connect one end  
to the HDMI socket  
of the computer.  
Connect the other  
end of the cable to  
the HDMI signal  
input socket on the  
projector.  
1.  
Take a VGA cable  
and connect one end  
to the D-Sub output  
socket of the  
computer. Connect  
the other end of the  
VGA cable to the  
D-SUB/COMP.IN  
signal input socket  
on the projector.  
1.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
If you wish to use the remote paging function, take a USB cable and connect the  
larger end to the USB port of the computer, and the smaller end to the (USB) socket  
on the projector. See "Remote paging operations" on page 44 for details.  
If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speakers in your presentations,  
take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket  
of the computer, and the other end to the AUDIO socket of the projector. Once  
connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menus. See "Audio Settings" on page 51 for details.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
Many notebooks do not  
Notebook or desktop computer  
turn on their external  
video ports when  
connected to a  
projector. Usually a key  
combo like FN + F3 or  
CRT/LCD key turns the  
external display on/off.  
Locate a function key  
labeled CRT/LCD or a  
function key with a  
monitor symbol on the  
notebook. Press FN  
and the labeled  
1. USB cable  
2. D-SUB/COMP.IN  
cable  
2. DVI-I cable  
2. HDMI cable  
3. Audio cable  
2
3
2
2
1
function key  
simultaneously. Refer  
to your notebook's  
documentation to find  
your notebook's key  
combination.  
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Connecting a monitor  
If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you  
can connect the D-SUB OUT signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor  
with a VGA or VGA to DVI-A cable by following the instructions below.  
To connect the projector to a monitor:  
With a VGA cable:  
With a VGA to DVI-A cable:  
Your monitor must be equipped  
with a DVI input socket.  
1.  
Connect the projector to a computer  
as described in "Connecting a  
computer" on page 20. The D-SUB  
output only works when an  
appropriate D-SUB input is made to  
the projector. Be sure the projector  
is connecting with the computer  
using the D-SUB/COMP.IN socket,  
not the DVI-I socket.  
1.  
Connect the projector to a computer  
as described in "Connecting a  
computer" on page 20. The D-SUB  
output only works when an  
appropriate D-SUB input is made to  
the projector. Be sure the projector  
is connecting with the computer  
using the D-SUB/COMP.IN socket,  
not the DVI-I socket.  
2.  
3.  
Take a suitable VGA cable (only  
one supplied) and connect one end  
of the cable to the D-Sub input  
socket of the video monitor.  
Connect the other end of the cable to  
the D-SUB OUT socket on the  
projector.  
2.  
3.  
Take a VGA to DVI-A cable and  
connect the DVI end of the cable to  
the DVI input socket of the video  
monitor.  
Connect the VGA end of the cable  
to the D-SUB OUT socket on the  
projector.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
Notebook or  
desktop  
computer  
1
2
2
1. VGA cable  
2. VGA to DVI-A cable  
2. VGA cable  
(VGA)  
(DVI)  
or  
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Connecting Video source devices  
You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the  
following output sockets:  
HDMI  
DVI-I  
Component Video  
S-Video  
Video (composite)  
You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above  
connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method  
you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the  
projector and the Video source device as described below:  
Best video quality  
The best available video connection method is HDMI. If your source device is equipped  
with a HDMI socket, you can enjoy uncompressed digital video quality.  
See "Connecting HDMI source devices" on page 23 for how to connect the projector to a  
HDMI source device and other details.  
If no HDMI source is available, the next best video signal is DVI-I. If your source device is  
equipped with a DVI-I socket, you can enjoy digital video quality.  
See "Connecting DVI-I source devices" on page 24 for how to connect the projector to a  
DVI-I source device and other details.  
If no DVI-I source is available, the next best video signal is Component Video (not to be  
confused with composite Video). Digital TV tuners and DVD players output Component  
Video natively, so if available on your devices, they should be your connection method of  
choice in preference to S-Video or (composite) Video.  
projector to a Component Video device.  
Better video quality  
The S-Video method provides a better quality analog video than standard composite Video.  
If you have both composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your Video source  
device, you should elect to use the S-Video option.  
Least video quality  
Composite Video is an analog video and will result in a perfectly acceptable, but less than  
optimal result from your projector, being the least video quality of the available methods  
described here.  
See "Connecting S-Video source devices" on page 26 for how to connect the projector to an  
S-Video or Video device.  
Connecting Audio  
The projector has built-in mono speakers 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 speakers.  
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Connecting HDMI source devices  
The projector provides a HDMI input socket that allows you to connect it to a HDMI source  
device like a DVD player, a DTV tuner or a display.  
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data  
transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners, DVD players and displays over  
a single cable. It provides pure digital viewing and listening experience.  
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused HDMI output  
sockets available:  
If so, you can continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
To connect the projector to an HDMI source device:  
1.  
Take a HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI output socket of the HDMI  
source device. Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI signal input socket on  
the projector. Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen  
Display (OSD) menus. See "Audio Settings" on page 51 for details.  
2.  
Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the socket on the projector.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
AV device  
HDMI  
HDMI  
HDMI cable  
In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player and the projected  
picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV. See "Changing  
If no signal is detected after establishing the connection, turn off the Quick Auto Search  
function in the SOURCE menu. See "Switching input signal" on page 33 for details.  
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Connecting DVI-I source devices  
The projector provides a DVI-I input socket that allows you to connect it to a DVI-I source  
device like a DVD player.  
DVI-I format is used to directly carry a digital signal to a digital display without signal  
conversion. The pure digital connection provides faster and higher image quality than an  
analog connection, due to the nature of the digital format.  
Examine your source device to determine if it has an unused DVI-I output socket available:  
If so, you can continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
To connect the projector to a DVI-I source device:  
1.  
Take a DVI-I cable and connect one end to the DVI-I output socket of the DVI-I  
source device. Connect the other end of the cable to the DVI-I signal input socket on  
the projector.  
DVI-I cable  
2.  
If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speakers, take a suitable audio  
cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output sockets of the video device,  
and the other end to the AUDIO socket of the projector.  
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD)  
menus. See "Audio Settings" on page 51 for details.  
The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is  
connected. See "Connecting Audio" on page 22 for details.  
In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player and the projected  
picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV. See "Changing  
If no signal is detected after establishing the connection, turn off the Quick Auto Search  
function in the SOURCE menu. See "Switching input signal" on page 33 for details.  
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Connecting Component Video source devices  
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video  
output sockets available:  
If so, you can continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
To connect the projector to a Component Video source device:  
1.  
Take a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3  
RCA type connectors to the Component Video output sockets of the Video source  
device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the sockets; green to green, blue to  
blue, and red to red.  
2.  
Connect the other end of the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable (with a  
D-Sub type connector) to the D-SUB/COMP.IN socket on the projector.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
AV Device  
Component Video to VGA  
(D-Sub) adaptor cable  
Audio Cable  
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.  
If you have already made an HDMI Video connection between the projector and this  
Component Video source device using HDMI Video connections, you need not connect to  
this device using a Component Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second  
connection of poorer picture quality. See "Connecting Video source devices" on page 22  
for details.  
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Connecting S-Video source devices  
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket  
available:  
If so, you can continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
To connect the projector to an S-Video source device:  
1.  
Take an S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video  
source device.  
2.  
Connect the other end of the S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO socket on the projector.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
AV device  
Audio cable  
S-Video cable  
If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct  
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and  
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.  
If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and this  
S-Video source device using Component Video connections, you need not connect to this  
device using an S-Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second connection of  
poorer picture quality. See "Connecting Video source devices" on page 22 for details.  
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Connecting Composite Video source devices  
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video  
output sockets available:  
If so, you can continue with this procedure.  
If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.  
To connect the projector to a composite Video source device:  
1.  
Take a Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the  
Video source device.  
2.  
Connect the other end of the Video cable to the VIDEO socket on the projector.  
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:  
AV device  
Video cable  
Audio cable  
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.  
You need only connect to this device using a composite Video connection if HDMI and  
Component Video and S-Video inputs are unavailable for use. See "Connecting Video  
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Starting up the projector  
1.  
Plug the power cord into the projector and  
into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket  
switch (where fitted). Check that the  
POWER indicator light on the projector  
lights orange after power has been applied.  
2.  
Press  
POWER on the projector or  
remote control to start the projector and a  
start up tone sounds. The POWER  
indicator light flashes green and stays  
green when the projector is on.  
The start up procedure takes about 30  
seconds. In the later stage of start up, a  
startup logo is projected.  
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to  
adjust the image clearness.  
To turn off the ring tone, see "Turning off the Power on/off ring tone" on page 47 for details.  
If the projector is still hot from previous activity, it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90  
seconds before energizing the lamp.  
3.  
If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to enter a five digit  
Switch all of the connected equipment on.  
The projector will start to search for input signals. The current input signal being  
scanned displays in the upper left corner of the screen. If the projector doesn't detect a  
valid signal, the message 'No Signal' will continue displaying until an input signal is  
found.  
4.  
5.  
You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your desired  
input signal. See "Switching input signal" on page 33 for details.  
If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you will  
see the message 'Out of Range' displayed on a blank 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 66 for details.  
To maintain the lamp life, once you turn the projector on, wait at least 5 minutes before turning  
if off.  
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Using the menus  
The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various  
adjustments and settings.  
Below is the overview of the OSD menu.  
Main menu icon  
Main menu  
Off  
Wall Color  
Aspect Ratio  
Keystone  
Auto  
Highlight  
Sub-menu  
Position  
Phase  
ENTER  
Status  
15  
0
H. Size  
Press MENU/  
EXIT to the  
previous  
page or to  
exit.  
Digital Zoom  
Analog RGB  
Current input signal  
MENU Exit  
To use the OSD menus, please set them to your familiar language first.  
1.  
Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or  
remote control to turn the OSD menu on.  
3.  
Press  
and press  
to highlight Language  
/
to select a  
preferred language.  
DISPLAY  
Off  
Auto  
Wall Color  
Aspect Ratio  
Keystone  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  
Presentation Timer  
Language  
English  
Front Table  
Disable  
Disable  
Off  
Position  
Phase  
H. Size  
Projector Position  
Auto Power Off  
Blank Timer  
Panel Key Lock  
Sleep Timer  
15  
0
Digital Zoom  
Disable  
Splash Screen  
My Screen  
BenQ  
Analog RGB  
MENU Exit  
MENU Exit  
Analog RGB  
4.  
Press MODE/ENTER twice* on  
the projector or remote control to  
leave and save the settings.  
*The first press leads you back to  
the main menu and the second  
press closes the OSD menu.  
2.  
Use  
/
to highlight the SYSTEM  
SETUP: Basic menu.  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic  
Presentation Timer  
Language  
Projector Position  
Auto Power Off  
English  
Front Table  
Disable  
Blank Timer  
Panel Key Lock  
Sleep Timer  
Splash Screen  
My Screen  
Disable  
Off  
Disable  
BenQ  
Analog RGB  
MENU Exit  
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 a Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on  
the left side of the projector. See "Kensington anti-theft lock slot" on page 9 for details.  
A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and a lock. Refer to the  
lock’s documentation for finding out how to use it.  
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Utilizing the password function  
For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option  
for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display  
(OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "Using the menus" on  
You will be inconvenienced if you activate the power-on lock functionality and subsequently  
forget the password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the password you used in  
this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall.  
Setting a password  
Once a password has been set, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is  
entered every time the projector is started.  
Once a password has been set and the Splash Screen Lock is activated, you cannot change  
the splash screen that display at projector startup unless the correct password is entered.  
1.  
Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security  
Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Security Settings page displays.  
2.  
3.  
Highlight Power on Lock and select On by pressing  
As pictured to the right, the four arrow keys (  
) respectively represent 4 digits (1, 2,  
/
.
,
INPUT NEW PASSWORD  
,
,
Power On Lock and Splash Screen Lock  
use the same password  
3, 4). According to the password you desire to  
set, press the arrow keys to enter five digits for  
the password.  
4.  
Confirm the new password by re-entering the  
new password.  
Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns  
to the Security Settings page.  
MENU Back  
5.  
6.  
To activate the Power on Lock function, press  
/
to highlight Power on Lock  
to highlight Splash  
and press  
To activate the Splash Screen Lock function, press  
Screen Lock and press to select On.  
/
to select On.  
/
/
When the Splash Screen Lock is activated, the My Screen function in the SYSTEM  
SETUP: Basic menu will be password protected.  
The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down  
here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to  
you should you ever forget it.  
Password: __ __ __ __ __  
Keep this manual in a safe place.  
7.  
To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.  
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If you forget the password  
If the password function is activated, you will be asked  
to enter the five-digit password every time you turn on  
the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the  
password error message as pictured to the right  
displays lasting for three seconds, and the message  
'INPUT PASSWORD' follows. You can retry by  
entering another five-digit password, or if you did not  
Password Error  
Please try again.  
record the password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use the  
password recall procedure. See "Entering the password recall procedure" on page 31 for  
details.  
If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically  
shut down in a short time.  
Entering the password recall procedure  
1.  
Press and hold AUTO on the projector or remote  
control for 3 seconds. The projector will display  
a coded number on the screen.  
RECALL PASSWORD  
Please write down the recall code,  
and contact BenQ  
Customer Center.  
2.  
3.  
Write down the number and turn off your  
projector.  
Seek help from the local BenQ service center to  
decode the number. You may be required to  
provide proof of purchase documentation to  
verify that you are an authorized user of the  
projector.  
Recall code:  
12345678  
Exit  
MENU  
Changing the password  
1.  
Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security  
Settings > Change password menu.  
2.  
3.  
Press MODE/ENTER. The message 'INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD' displays.  
Enter the old password.  
If the password is correct, another message 'INPUT NEW PASSWORD'  
displays.  
If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three  
seconds, and the message 'INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD' displays for your  
retry. You can press MENU/EXIT to cancel the change or try another password.  
4.  
Enter a new password.  
The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down  
here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to  
you should you ever forget it.  
Password: __ __ __ __ __  
Keep this manual in a safe place.  
5.  
6.  
Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.  
You have successfully assigned a new password  
to the projector. Remember to enter the new  
password next time the projector is started.  
Password Changed  
7.  
To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.  
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Disabling the password function  
To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security  
Settings > Change Security Settings menu after opening the OSD menu system. Press  
MODE/ENTER. The message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays. Enter the current  
password.  
i. If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page.  
Press  
have to enter the password next time you turn on the projector.  
Press to highlight Splash Screen Lock and press to select Off. The  
to highlight Power on Lock and press  
/
to select Off. You will not  
/
Splash Screen function in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic will become available.  
ii. If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three  
seconds, and the message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays for your retry. You can  
press MENU/EXIT to cancel the change or try another password.  
Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should  
you ever need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password.  
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Switching input signal  
The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only  
display one full screen at a time.  
Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On (which is the default  
of this projector) if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals.  
You can also manually cycle through the  
available input signals.  
1.  
Press SOURCE on the projector or remote  
control. A source selection bar displays.  
2.  
Press  
/
until your desired signal is  
selected and press MODE/ENTER.  
Once detected, the selected source  
information will display on the screen for  
seconds. If there is multiple equipment  
connected to the projector, repeat steps 1-2  
to search for another signal.  
D-sub / Comp.  
DVI-A  
DVI-D  
The brightness level of the projected image  
will change accordingly when you switch  
between different input signals. Data (graphic)  
"PC" presentations using mostly static  
images are generally brighter than "Video"  
using mostly moving images (movies).  
HDMI  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
The input signal type effects the options  
available for the Picture Mode. See "Selecting  
The native display resolution of this projector is in a 4:3 aspect ratio (MP735 is 16:10). For  
best display picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at  
this resolution. Any other resolutions will be scaled by the projector depending upon the  
'aspect ratio' setting, which may cause some image distortion or loss of picture clarity.  
Changing Color Space  
In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s  
DVI-D input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color  
space to YUV or RGB.  
To do this:  
1.  
2.  
Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
/
until the SOURCE menu is highlighted.  
Press  
to highlight Color Space Conversion and press to select YUV or  
/
RGB.  
This function is only available when the DVI-D or HDMI input socket is in use.  
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Adjusting the projected image  
Adjusting the projection angle  
The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These  
adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector:  
1.  
Press the quick-release button and lift the  
front of the projector. Once the image is  
positioned where you want it, release the  
quick-release button to lock the foot in  
position.  
2.  
Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine tune the  
horizontal angle.  
To retract the foot, hold up the projector while  
pressing the quick-release button, then slowly  
lower the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in  
a reverse direction.  
If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the projector are not  
perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. To correct this  
situation, see "Correcting keystone" on page 35 for details.  
Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause  
damage to your eyes.  
Be careful when you press the adjuster button as it is close to the exhaust vent where hot  
air comes from.  
Auto-adjusting the image  
In some cases, you may need to optimize the  
picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on  
the projector or remote control. Within 3  
seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto  
Adjustment function will re-adjust the  
values of Frequency and Clock to provide  
the best picture quality.  
The current source information will be  
displayed in the upper left corner of the  
screen for 3 seconds.  
The screen will be blank while AUTO is functioning.  
This function is only available when PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.  
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Fine-tuning the image size and clarity  
1.  
Adjust the projected image to the size that  
you need using the ZOOM ring.  
FOCUS  
ZOOM  
2.  
Then sharpen the image by rotating the  
FOCUS ring.  
FOCUS  
ZOOM  
Correcting keystone  
Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the  
top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen.  
To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually  
correct it following one of these steps.  
Using the remote control  
Press on the projector or remote  
control to display the Keystone correction page.  
Press to correct keystoning at the top of the  
image. Press to correct keystoning at the  
bottom of the image.  
/
Using the OSD menu  
1.  
Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
until the DISPLAY menu is  
highlighted.  
/
2.  
3.  
Press  
to highlight Keystone and press  
MODE/ENTER. The Keystone  
correction page displays.  
Press  
/
.
Press  
/
.
Press  
to correct keystoning at the top  
KEYSTONE  
of the image or press  
to correct keystoning  
at the bottom of the image.  
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Magnifying and searching for details  
If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the  
direction arrow keys for navigating the picture.  
Using the remote control  
1.  
2.  
Press Zoom +/- to display the Zoom bar.  
Press Zoom + to magnify the center of the picture. Press the  
key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your need.  
3.  
4.  
Use the directional arrows (  
remote control to navigate the picture.  
To restore the picture to its original size, press AUTO. You can  
also press Zoom -. When the key is pressed again, the picture  
is further reduced until it is restored to the original size.  
,
,
,
) on the projector or  
Using the OSD menu  
1.  
Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
/
until the DISPLAY  
menu is highlighted.  
2.  
3.  
Press  
displays.  
to highlight Digital Zoom and press MODE/ENTER. The Zoom bar  
Repeat steps 2-4 in the section of "Using the remote control" above. Or if you are  
using the projector control panel, continue to the following steps.  
4.  
5.  
Press  
To navigate the picture, press MODE/ENTER to switch to the paning mode and  
press the directional arrows ( ) to navigate the picture.  
on the projector repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size.  
,
,
,
6.  
To reduce size of the picture, press MODE/ENTER to switch back to the zoom in/out  
functionality, and press AUTO to restore the picture to its original size. You can also  
press  
repeatedly until it is restored to the original size.  
The picture can only be navigated after the picture is magnified. You can further magnify the  
picture while searching for details.  
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Selecting the aspect ratio  
The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. For MP724 and  
MP727, the default aspect ratio is 4:3. And for MP735, the default aspect ration is 16:10.  
Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in  
16:9 ratio.  
With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can  
dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image  
input signal.  
To change the projected image ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
/
until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.  
Press  
Press  
to highlight Aspect Ratio.  
to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your  
/
display requirements.  
About the aspect ratio  
In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active  
areas. OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas.  
1.  
Auto:  
MP724 and MP727: Scales an image  
proportionally to fit the projector's native  
resolution in its horizontal width. This is  
suitable for the incoming image which is  
neither in 4:3 nor 16:9 and you want to  
make most use of the screen without  
altering the image's aspect ratio.  
16:10 picture  
15:9 picture  
4:3 picture  
MP735: Scales an image proportionally to  
fit the projector's native resolution in its  
horizontal width and vertical height. This  
is suitable for the incoming image which  
is in 4:3, 16:9 or 16:10 and you want to  
make most use of the screen without  
altering the image's aspect ratio.  
16:9 picture  
16:10 picture  
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MP724 and MP727:  
2. Real:  
The image is projected as its original  
resolution, and resized to fit within the  
display area. For input signals with lower  
resolutions, the projected image will  
display smaller than if resized to full  
screen. You could adjust the zoom setting  
or move the projector away from the  
screen to increase the image size if  
necessary. You may also need to refocus  
the projector after making these  
4:3 picture  
16:9 picture  
MP735:  
adjustments.  
OSD menus can be displayed in the unused  
black areas.  
4:3 picture  
MP724 and MP727:  
3. 4:3:  
Scales an image so that it is displayed in  
the center of the screen with a 4:3  
aspect ratio. This is most suitable for  
4:3 images like computer monitors,  
standard definition TV and 4:3 images  
aspect DVD movies, as it displays them  
without aspect alteration.  
4:3 picture  
MP735:  
4:3 picture  
4. 16:9:  
MP724 and MP727:  
Scales an image so that it is displayed in  
the center of the screen with a 16:9  
aspect ratio. This is most suitable for  
images which are already in a 16:9  
aspect, like high definition TV, as it  
displays them without aspect alteration.  
16:9 picture  
MP735:  
16:9 picture  
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Optimizing the image  
Selecting a picture mode  
The projector is preset with several predefined picture  
modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating  
environment and input signal picture type.  
To select an operation mode that suits your need, you  
can follow one of the following steps.  
Press MODE/ENTER on the projector repeatedly  
until your desired mode is selected.  
Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu and  
press  
/
to select a desired mode.  
Picture modes for different types of signals  
The picture modes available for different types of signals are listed below.  
PC input signals: DVI, D-SUB / COMP. IN (analog RGB)  
1.  
Dynamic mode (Default): Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This  
mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as  
using the projector in well lit rooms.  
2.  
3.  
Presentation mode: Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in  
this mode to match PC and notebook coloring.  
sRGB mode: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life images  
regardless of brightness setting. It is most suitable for viewing photos taken with an  
sRGB compatible and properly calibrated camera, and for viewing PC graphic and  
drawing applications such as AutoCAD.  
4.  
5.  
Cinema mode: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital  
cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little light)  
environment.  
User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available  
picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 40 for details.  
Video input signals: Component (YPbPr), S-Video, Video, D-Sub/Comp. IN  
(YPbPr), DVI-D (HDCP/HDMI), HDMI, HDCP  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Dynamic mode: Is suitable for playing gamebox-based video games in a normal  
living room lighting level environment.  
Standard mode (Default): Is appropriate for viewing colorful movies, video clips  
from digital cameras or DVs.  
Cinema mode: Is suitable for enjoying dark movies or DVD movies best viewed in a  
blackened (little light) home cinema or lounge room environment.  
User 1/User 2 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available  
picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 40 for details.  
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Setting the User 1/User 2 mode  
There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable  
for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User 1/User 2) as a starting  
point and customize the settings.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Press MENU/EXIT to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.  
Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu.  
Press  
Press  
/
to select User 1 to User 2.  
to highlight Reference Mode.  
This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode  
sub-menu item.  
5.  
6.  
Press  
Press  
/
to select a picture mode that is closest to your need.  
to select a sub-menu item to be changed and adjust the value with  
/
.
7.  
8.  
When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press MODE/ENTER  
to store the settings.  
The confirmation message 'Setting Saved' displays.  
Using Wall Color  
In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which  
may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture’s color to  
prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures.  
To use this function, go to the DISPLAY > Wall Color menu and press  
/
to select a  
color which is the closest to the color of the projection surface. There are several  
precalibrated colors to choose from: Light Yellow, Pink, Light Green, Blue, and  
Blackboard.  
Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes  
According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available  
when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected. You can make adjustments to these functions  
based on your needs.  
Adjusting Brightness  
Highlight Brightness in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
/
on  
the projector or remote control.  
The higher the value, the brighter the image. And lower  
the setting, darker the image. Adjust this control so the  
black areas of the image appear just as black and that  
+50  
+70  
+30  
detail in the dark areas is visible.  
Adjusting Contrast  
Highlight Contrast in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
/
on the  
projector or remote control.  
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  
0
-30  
+30  
input and viewing environment.  
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Adjusting Color  
Highlight Color in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
/
on the  
projector or remote control.  
Lower setting produces less saturated colors. If the setting is too high, colors on the image  
will be overpowering, which makes the image unrealistic.  
Adjusting Tint  
Highlight Tint in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
/
on the  
projector or remote control.  
The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the more  
greenish the picture becomes.  
Adjusting Sharpness  
Highlight Sharpness in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
/
on  
the projector or remote control.  
The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the softer the  
picture becomes.  
Adjusting Brilliant Color  
Highlight Brilliant Color in the PICTURE menu and select by pressing  
/
on the  
projector or remote control.  
This feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to  
enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant colors in picture. It enables a  
greater than 50% brightness increase in mid-tone images, which are common in video and  
natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors. If you prefer  
images with that quality, select On. If you don’t need it, select Off.  
On is the default and recommended selection for this projector. When Off is selected, the  
Color Temperature function is not available.  
Selecting a Color Temperature  
Highlight Color Temperature in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing  
/
on the projector or remote control.  
The options available for color temperature* settings vary according to the signal type  
selected.  
1.  
T1: With the highest color temperature, T1 makes the image appear the most bluish  
white than other settings.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
T2: Makes images appear bluish white.  
T3: Maintains normal colorings for white.  
T4: Makes images appear reddish white.  
*About color temperatures:  
There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes. One  
of the common methods of representing white color is known as the “color temperature”. A  
white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a  
high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.  
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3D Color Management  
In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in  
classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where  
building external windows allow daylight into the room.  
Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture  
theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered. Color management  
provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color reproduction, should  
you require it.  
Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible viewing  
conditions. You will need to use a colorimeter (color light meter), and provide a set of  
suitable source images to measure color reproduction. These tools are not provided with the  
projector, however, your projector supplier should be able to provide you with suitable  
guidance, or even an experienced professional installer.  
The Color Management provides six sets (RGBCMY) of colors to be adjusted. When you  
select each color, you can independently adjust its range and saturation according to your  
preference.  
If you have purchased a test disc which contains various color test patterns and can be used  
to test the color presentation on monitors, TVs, projectors, etc. You can project any image  
from the disc on the screen and enter the 3D Color Management menu to make  
adjustments.  
To adjust the settings:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management.  
Press MODE/ENTER and the 3D Color Management page displays.  
Highlight Primary color and press  
/
to select a color from among Red, Green,  
Blue, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow.  
4.  
Press  
to highlight Hue and press  
/
to select its range. Increase in the range  
will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors.  
Please refer to the illustration to the right for  
how the colors relate to each other.  
For example, if you select Red and set its  
Yellow  
GREEN  
RED  
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.  
Cyan  
Magenta  
5.  
6.  
Press  
to highlight Saturation and adjust  
its values to your preference by pressing  
/
BLUE  
. 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.  
Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing  
/
. The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every  
adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately.  
Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments.  
Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments.  
Press MENU/EXIT to exit and save the settings.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less  
saturated colors; a setting of “0” removes that color from the image entirely. If the saturation  
is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic.  
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Setting the presentation timer  
The presentation timer can indicate the presentation  
time on the screen to help you achieve better time  
management when giving presentations. Follow these  
steps to utilize this function:  
Presentation Timer  
15  
Timer period  
Always  
Timer display  
Timer position  
Timer counting direction  
Sound reminder  
Top-Left  
Count Down  
Off  
1.  
Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic >  
Presentation Timer menu and press MODE/  
ENTER to display the Presentation Timer  
page.  
On  
Off  
Back  
MENU  
2.  
Press  
to highlight Timer period and decide the timer period by pressing  
/
.
The length of time can be set from 1 to 5 minutes in 1-minute increments and 5 to 240  
minutes in 5-minute increments.  
If the timer is already on, the timer will restart whenever thperiod is reset.  
3.  
Press  
the screen by pressing  
Selection Description  
Always Displays the timer on screen throughout the presentation time.  
1 min/2 min/3 min Displays the timer on screen in the last 1/2/3 minute(s).  
to highlight Timer display and choose if ant the timer to show up on  
/
.
Never  
Hides the timer throughout the presentation time.  
4.  
Press  
to highlight Timer position and set the timer  
5 min  
5 min  
5 min  
5 min  
position by pressing  
/
.
Top-Left  
Right  
Bottom-Left  
Top-Right  
Bottom-  
5.  
Press  
to highlight Timer counting direction and select  
your desired counting direction by pressing  
Selection Description  
Count Up  
Count Down  
6. Press  
before and at the end of the Presentation Timer countdown.  
To activate the presentation timer, press and  
press to select On and press MODE/  
ENTER.  
/
.
Increases from 0 to the preset time.  
Decrease from the preset time to 0.  
to highlight Sound reminder to select On. A notice sound alerts 30 seconds  
7.  
8.  
Are you sure to turn on the  
Presentation Timer?  
/
A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes  
and press MODE/ENTER to confirm. You will  
see the message “Timer is On” displaying on the  
screen. The timer starts counting at the time the  
timer is on.  
Yes  
No  
To cancel the timer, perform the following steps.  
1.  
Go back to the Presentation Timer page.  
Press and press to highlight Off and press MODE/ENTER. A  
confirmation message displays.  
2.  
/
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Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER to confirm. You will see the message  
Timer is Off” displaying on the screen.  
Remote paging operations  
Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a  
USB cable prior to using the paging function. See  
You can operate your display software program (on a  
connected PC) which responds to page up/down  
commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint) by pressing  
PAGE  
/
on the remote control.  
If remote paging function doesn't work, check if the  
USB connection is correctly made and the mouse  
driver on your computer is updated to the latest  
version.  
The remote paging  
function cannot work with  
®
®
Microsoft Windows 98  
operating system.  
®
Windows XP or higher  
operating systems are  
recommended.  
Hiding the image  
In order to draw the audience's full attention to  
the presenter, you can use BLANK on the  
projector or remote control to hide the screen  
image. Press any key on the projector or remote  
control to restore the image. The word  
'BLANK' appears at the lower right corner of  
the screen while the image is hidden.  
You can set the blank time in the SYSTEM  
SETUP: Basic > Blank Timer menu to let  
the projector return the image automatically  
after a period of time when there is no action  
taken on the blank screen.  
No matter Blank Timer is activated or disabled, you can press any key except PAGE  
, ENTER and LASER on the remote control, or ENTER on the projector to restore the  
picture.  
/
Do not look into the laser light window or shine the laser light beam on yourself or others.  
See the warning messages on the back of the remote control prior to using it.  
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.  
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Locking control keys  
With the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from  
being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the Panel Key Lock is on, no  
control keys on the projector will operate except POWER.  
1.  
Press  
/
on the projector or go to the SYSTEM  
SETUP: Basic > Panel Key Lock menu, and select  
On by pressing  
/
on the projector or remote  
control.  
2.  
A confirmation message displays. Select Yes to  
confirm.  
To release panel key lock, press and hold  
seconds on the projector.  
/
for 3  
You can also use the remote control to enter the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Panel Key  
Lock and press to select Off.  
/
Keys on the remote control are still in use when panel key lock is enabled.  
If you press POWER to turn off the projector without disabling panel key lock, the  
projector will still be in locked status the next time it is turned on.  
Freezing the image  
Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image. The word  
'FREEZE' will display in the upper left corner of the screen. To  
release the function, press any key on the projector or remote  
control.  
Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures are running on  
the video or other device. If the connected devices have active audio  
output, you will still hear the audio even though the image is frozen  
on screen.  
Utilizing FAQ function  
The INFORMATION menu contains possible solutions to problems encountered by users  
regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information.  
To get the FAQ information:  
1.  
2.  
Press  
/
on the projector or press MENU/  
EXIT to open the OSD menu and press  
to highlight the INFORMATION menu.  
Press  
/
to highlight FAQ-Image and  
Installation or FAQ-Features and Service  
based on the information you want to know.  
Press MODE/ENTER.  
3.  
4.  
Press  
/
to select a problem and press  
MODE/ENTER for possible solutions.  
Press MENU/EXIT to exit the OSD.  
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Operating in a high altitude environment  
We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between  
1500 m –3000 m above sea level, and temperature is between 5°C–23°C.  
Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and temperature  
is between 5°C and 28°C. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode on under  
such a condition.  
To activate the High Altitude Mode:  
Notice  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu  
is highlighted.  
/
We recommend you use the High Altitude  
mode by selecting it whenever your  
environment is higher than 1500m.  
Press  
to highlight High Altitude Mode and  
press  
/
to select On. A confirmation  
Do you want to turn High Altitude  
Mode ON?  
message displays.  
Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER.  
No  
Yes  
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.  
Creating your own startup screen  
In addition to selecting the projector preset startup screen from among BenQ logo, Black or  
Blue screen, you can make your own startup screen that is a picture projected from your  
computer or video source.  
To create your own startup screen, project the picture you want to use as your startup screen  
from either a computer or video source. The rest steps are as follows.  
1.  
Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
/
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu  
is highlighted.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Press  
to highlight My Screen and press ENTER.  
A confirmation message displays. Press CAPTURE or ENTER again.  
The message 'Screen Capturing...' displays while the projector is processing the  
picture. Please wait.  
5.  
6.  
If the action is successful, you see the message 'Captured Succeeded' on the screen.  
The captured picture is saved as My Screen.  
To view the captured picture displayed as the startup screen, set My Screen in the  
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Splash Screen menu and restart the projector.  
In the unlikely event that the capturing action fails, change your target picture.  
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Adjusting the sound  
The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speakers. Be sure  
you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connection" on page  
20 for how the audio input is connected.  
AUDIO  
OUT  
INPUT SOUCER  
AUDIO IN  
RGB  
Component  
mini jack  
RCA  
mini jack  
RCA  
D-Sub-15  
DVI-A  
DVI-D  
HDMI  
mini jack  
mini jack  
HDMI  
RCA  
mini jack  
mini jack  
HDMI  
RCA  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
RCA  
RCA  
Muting the sound  
To temporarily turn off the sound,  
Using the remote control  
Press MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound. While the sound is off,  
the screen will display in the upper right corner of the screen.  
To restore the sound, press MUTE again.  
Using the OSD menu  
1.  
Press MENU/EXIT and then press  
/
until the SYSTEM  
SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted.  
Press to highlight Audio Settings and press ENTER.  
The Audio Settings page displays.  
Highlight Mute and press to select On.  
To restore the sound, repeat steps 1-3 and press  
2.  
3.  
4.  
/
/
to select Off.  
Adjusting the sound level  
To adjust the sound level,  
1.  
2.  
Repeat steps 1-2 above.  
Press to highlight Volume and press  
/
to select a desired sound level.  
Turning off the Power on/off ring tone  
To adjust the sound level,  
1.  
2.  
Repeat steps 1-2 above.  
Press to highlight Power on/off ring tone and press  
/
to select Off.  
The only way to change Power on/off ring tone is setting On or Off here. Setting the sound  
mute or changing the sound level will not affect the Power on/off ring tone.  
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Personalizing the projector menu display  
The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The  
following settings do not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance.  
Menu display time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets  
the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The time length  
ranges from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments. Use  
frame.  
/
to select a suitable time  
Menu position in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the  
OSD position in five locations. Use to select a preferred position.  
Language in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets your familiar language for the  
OSD menus. Use to select your language.  
Splash Screen in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets a preferred logo screen to be  
displayed during projector start-up. Use to select a screen.  
/
/
/
Shutting down the projector  
1.  
Press  
POWER and a confirmation  
message displays prompting you.  
If you don't respond in a few seconds,  
the message will disappear.  
If you want to cancel the message, press  
any key except PAGE  
/
and  
LASER on the remote control.  
Do not look into the laser light window or shine  
the laser light beam on yourself or others. See  
the warning messages on the back of the  
remote control prior to using it.  
2.  
Press  
POWER a second time. The  
POWER indicator light flashes  
orange, the projection lamp shuts down,  
and the fans will continue to run for  
approximately 90 seconds to cool down  
the projector.  
3.  
4.  
Once the cooling process finishes, the POWER indicator light is a steady orange and  
fans stop.  
Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket if the projector will not be used in an  
extended period of time.  
To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling  
process.  
To shorten the cooling time, you can also activate the Quick Cooling function. See "Quick  
Cooling" on page 54 for details.  
If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, when you attempt to re-start  
the projector, the fans will run for a few minutes to cool down. Press POWER again to start  
the projector after the fans stop and the POWER indicator light turns orange.  
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Menu operation  
Menu system  
Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type  
selected.  
Main menu Sub-menu  
Options  
Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light  
Green/Blue/Blackboard  
Wall Color  
Aspect Ratio  
Auto/Real/4:3/16:9  
Keystone  
1.  
Position  
DISPLAY  
Phase  
H. Size  
Digital Zoom  
PC source: Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/  
User 1/User 2  
Video source: Dynamic/Standard/Cinema/User 1/  
Picture Mode  
User 2  
PC source: Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema  
Video source: Dynamic/Standard/Cinema  
Reference Mode  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
2.  
Tint  
PICTURE  
Sharpness  
Brilliant Color  
On/Off  
Color  
Temperature  
T1/T2/T3/T4  
Primary color  
Hue  
R/G/B/C/M/Y  
3D Color  
Management  
Saturation  
Gain  
Save Settings  
Quick Auto Search  
Color Space Conversion  
On/Off  
RGB/YUV  
3. SOURCE  
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FAQ-Features and Service  
6.  
Source  
Picture Mode  
Resolution  
INFORMATI  
ON  
Current System Status  
Color System  
Equivalent Lamp Hour  
Timer period  
Timer display  
1~240 minutes  
Always/1 min/2 min/3 min/Never  
Top-Left/Bottom-Left/Top-Right/  
Bottom-Right  
Timer position  
Presentation  
Timer  
Timer counting  
direction  
Count Down/Count Up  
Sound reminder On/Off  
On/Off  
Language  
4.  
SYSTEM  
SETUP:  
Basic  
Front Table/Rear Table/  
Rear Ceiling/Front Ceiling  
Projector Position  
Auto Power Off  
Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20  
min/25 min/30 min  
Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20  
min/25 min/30 min  
Blank Timer  
Panel Key Lock  
Sleep Timer  
Splash Screen  
My Screen  
On/Off  
Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4  
hr/8 hr/12 hr  
BenQ/My Screen/Black/Blue  
Capture current image what user  
want  
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Off/On  
Off/On  
High Altitude Mode  
Audio Settings Mute  
Off/On  
Volume  
Power on/off  
ring tone  
Range : 0 ~ 10  
Off/On  
Menu display  
time  
5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/  
25 sec/30 sec  
Menu Settings  
Center/Top-left/Top-right/Bottom-  
right/Bottom-left  
Menu position  
Standby D-Sub Output  
Lamp Mode  
Lamp Settings Reset lamp timer  
Off/On  
5.  
Normal/Economic  
SYSTEM  
SETUP:  
Advanced  
Equivalent Lamp Hour  
Change password  
Change Security Settings  
Security  
Settings  
Power on Lock  
Off/On  
Off/On  
Splash Screen  
Lock  
2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/  
38400/57600/115200  
Baud Rate  
Test Pattern  
Off/On  
Reset All Settings  
Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If  
there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected, limited menu items  
are accessible.  
The default values listed in this manual, especially on page 49-56, are for reference only.  
They may vary from the projectors due to the continuous improvement to the products.  
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Description of each menu  
FUNCTION  
(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is  
not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 40 for details.  
Wall Color  
(Off)  
There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on  
your input signal source. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 37  
for details.  
Aspect Ratio  
(Auto)  
Corrects any keystoning of the image. See "Correcting keystone" on  
page 35 for details.  
Keystone  
(0)  
Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected image,  
use the directional arrow keys. The values shown on the lower  
position of the page change with every key press you made until they  
reach their maximum or minimum.  
Position  
(0)  
Adjusts the clock phase to reduce image  
distortion.  
Phase  
(depends on the  
selected input  
signal)  
H. Size  
(depending on  
the selected  
signal)  
Adjusts the horizontal width of the image.  
Magnifies or reduces the projected image. See "Magnifying and  
Digital Zoom  
(1.0X)  
Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your  
projector image set-up to suit your program type. See "Selecting a  
Picture Mode  
(PC source:  
Dynamic;  
Video source:  
Standard)  
Selects a picture mode that most suits your need for the image quality  
and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed on the  
for details.  
Reference  
Mode  
Adjusts the brightness of the image. See "Adjusting Brightness" on  
page 40 for details.  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the image.  
Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a  
video image. See "Adjusting Color" on page 41 for details.  
Color  
(0)  
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(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See "Adjusting  
Tint" on page 41 for details.  
Tint  
(0)  
The function is only available when Video or S-Video with NTSC  
system is selected.  
Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See "Adjusting  
Sharpness" on page 41 for details.  
Sharpness  
(15)  
Adjusts white peaking while maintaining correct color presentation.  
Brilliant Color  
(On)  
Color  
Temperature  
3D Color  
Management  
Saves the settings made for User 1 or User 2 mode.  
Save Settings  
Quick Auto  
Search  
(On)  
Only action for DVI/HDMI Input source.  
Color Space  
Conversion  
(Auto detect by  
DVI/HDMI source)  
Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time  
Timer period (15 min.)  
Sets a preferred length of time for presentation.  
Presentation  
Timer  
(Off)  
Timer display (Always)  
Sets whether to display the timer on screen.  
Timer position (Top-Left)  
Sets the position where the timer displays on screen.  
Timer counting direction (Count Down)  
Sets the timer counting direction.  
Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See  
Language  
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FUNCTION  
(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with  
one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 14 for details.  
Projector  
Position  
(Front Table)  
Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is  
detected after a set period of time. See "Setting Auto Power Off" on  
page 58 for details.  
Auto Power  
Off  
(Disable)  
Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated, once  
elapsed the image will return to the screen. See "Hiding the image" on  
page 44 for details.  
Blank Timer  
(Disable)  
Panel Key  
Lock  
(Off)  
Disables or enables all panel key functions except POWER on the  
projector and keys on the remote control. See "Locking control keys"  
on page 45 for details.  
Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between  
30 minutes and 12 hours.  
Sleep Timer  
(Disable)  
Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector  
start-up. Four options are available: BenQ logo, My Screen, Black  
screen, or Blue screen.  
Splash  
Screen  
(BenQ logo)  
Captures and stores the projected picture as My Screen. See "Creating  
My Screen  
Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will  
be shortened to a few seconds.  
Quick  
Cooling  
(On)  
If you attempt to restart the projector right after the quick  
cooling process, it may not be turned on successfully and will  
rerun its cooling fans.  
A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high  
High Altitude  
Mode  
(Off)  
Mute (Off)  
Volume (5)  
Audio Setting  
Power On/Off ring tone (On)  
Menu display time (15 sec)  
Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key  
press. The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments.  
Menu  
Settings  
Menu position (Center)  
Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position.  
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FUNCTION  
(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA  
signal when it is in standby mode and the D-SUB IN and D-SUB  
OUT sockets are correctly connected to devices. See "Connecting a  
monitor" on page 21 for how to make the connection.  
Standby D-  
Sub Output  
(Off)  
Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power  
consumption.  
Lamp Mode (Normal)  
Reset lamp timer  
Lamp  
Settings  
Equivalent Lamp Hour  
how the total lamp hour is calculated.  
Change password  
You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a  
Security  
Settings  
Change Security Setting  
Power on Lock (Off)  
Splash Screen Lock (Off)  
Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you  
can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or  
download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for  
qualified service personnel.  
Baud Rate  
(115200)  
Selecting On enables the function and the projector displays the grid  
test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check  
that the projected image is free from distortion.  
Test Pattern  
(Off)  
Returns all settings to the factory preset values.  
Reset All  
Settings  
The following settings will still remain: Position, Phase, H. Size,  
User 1, User 2, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude  
Mode, Security Settings, Baud Rate, My Screen.  
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FUNCTION  
(default setting/  
value)  
DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)  
FAQ-Image  
and  
Installation  
Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter.  
FAQ-  
Features and  
Service  
Source  
Shows the current signal source.  
Picture Mode  
Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu.  
Current  
System  
Status  
Resolution  
Shows the native resolution of the input signal.  
Color System  
Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB.  
Equivalent Lamp Hour  
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.  
The INFORMATION menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.  
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Maintenance  
Care of the projector  
Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is  
to keep the lens clean.  
Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts  
need replacing.  
Cleaning the lens  
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.  
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 rub the lens with abrasive materials.  
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 48 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 65 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.  
When you carry the projector yourself, please use the original box or a suitable soft carry  
case.  
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Lamp information  
Getting to know the lamp hour  
When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically  
calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as  
follows:  
Total (equivalent) lamp hour  
= 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 3/2 (hours used in normal mode)  
See "Setting Lamp mode as Economic" below for more information on Economic mode.  
To obtain the lamp hour information:  
1.  
Press Menu/Exit and then press  
/
until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu  
is highlighted.  
2.  
Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings  
page displays.  
3.  
4.  
You will see the Equivalent lamp hour information displaying on the menu.  
To leave the menu, press Menu/Exit.  
You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu.  
Extending lamp life  
The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 2000-3000 hours with  
proper usage. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings  
via the OSD menu.  
Setting Lamp mode as Economic  
Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by 20%. If the  
Economic mode is selected, the light output will be reduced and result in darker projected  
pictures.  
Setting the projector in Economic mode also extends the lamp operation life. To set  
Economic mode, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings > Lamp  
mode menu and press  
/
.
Setting Auto Power Off  
This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected  
after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life.  
To set Auto Power Off, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Auto Power Off menu and  
press  
/
. The time period can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments. If the  
preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable. The projector will  
not automatically shut down in a certain time period.  
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Timing of replacing the lamp  
When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to  
replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a  
malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.  
The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too  
hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator  
still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See "Indicators" on  
page 63 for details.  
The following lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.  
Status  
Message  
The lamp has been in operation for 2000 hours.  
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the  
projector is normally run with Economic selected  
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until the 2950 hour lamp warning appears.  
Notice  
Order Replacement Lamp  
Lamp > 2000 Hours  
OK  
The lamp has been in operation for 2950 hours. A  
new lamp should be fitted to avoid the  
inconvenience when the projector runs out of lamp  
time.  
Notice  
Replace Lamp soon  
Lamp > 2950 Hours  
OK  
The lamp has been in operation for 3000 hours.  
Notice  
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. If the lamp is not  
replaced beforehand, it must be replaced after  
3000 hours usage.  
Replace Lamp Now  
Lamp > 3000 Hours  
Lamp usage time exceeded  
OK  
The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector  
will operate normally.  
Notice  
Lamp usage time exceeded  
Replace lamp (Refer to user manual)  
Then reset lamp timer  
OK  
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Replacing the lamp  
If lamp replacement is performed while the projector is suspended upside-down from the  
ceiling, make sure that no one is underneath the lamp socket to avoid any possible injury  
or damage to the human eyes caused by fractured lamp.  
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the  
power cord before changing the lamp.  
To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes  
before replacing the lamp.  
To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution  
when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.  
To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching  
the lens, do not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.  
This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of  
this lamp in a proper manner.  
To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a  
BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement.  
1.  
2.  
Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the wall socket. If the lamp is  
hot, avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled.  
Press the lamp cover down as shown  
and the cover pops up.  
3.  
Remove the lamp cover.  
4.  
Loosen the screws that secure the lamp.  
Do not turn the power on with the lamp  
cover removed.  
Do not insert your fingers between the  
lamp and the projector. The sharp edges  
inside the projector may cause injuries.  
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Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use  
the handle to slowly pull the lamp out  
of the projector.  
Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp  
to break and scatter broken glass in the  
projector.  
Do not place the lamp in locations where  
water might splash on it, children can  
reach it, or near flammable materials.  
Do not insert your hands into the projector  
after the lamp is removed. If you touch the  
optical components inside, it could cause  
color unevenness and distortion of the  
projected images.  
6.  
Insert the new lamp into the lamp  
compartment and make sure it fits in  
the projector.  
Ensure the connectors are aligned.  
If you experience resistance, lift the lamp and  
start again.  
7.  
Tighten the screws that secure the lamp.  
Loose screw may cause a bad connection,  
which could result in malfunction.  
Do not over tighten the screw.  
8.  
Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and  
locked in place.  
9.  
Replace the lamp cover on the  
projector.  
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10. Press the lamp cover down until the  
click is heard locking the projector.  
11. Restart the projector.  
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.  
Resetting the lamp timer  
12. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen  
Notice  
Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM  
SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings  
menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp  
Settings page displays. Press to  
Reset Lamp Timer?  
Reset  
Cancel  
highlight Reset lamp timer and press  
MODE/ENTER. A warning message  
displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press  
MODE/ENTER. The lamp time will be reset to '0'.  
Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage.  
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Indicators  
Light  
Status & Description  
Power Temp  
Power events  
Lamp  
Orange  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Stand-by mode  
Powering up  
Green  
Flashing  
Green  
Normal operation  
Orange  
Flashing  
The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is  
turned off.  
Lamp events  
Orange  
Off  
Red  
Red  
The lamp ignition retries if the lamp fails during startup.  
Flashing  
1.  
2.  
The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or  
Please contact your dealer for assistance.  
Off  
Off  
Thermal events  
Off  
Off  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Off  
Red  
Off  
Green  
Orange  
Red  
Off  
The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-  
start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your  
dealer for assistance.  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Orange  
Red  
Green  
System events  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Green  
Green  
Red  
The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-  
start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your  
dealer for assistance.  
Green  
Green Orange  
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Troubleshooting  
The projector does not turn on.  
Cause  
Remedy  
Plug the power cord into the AC inlet 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.  
There is no power from the power  
cable.  
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.  
Turn the video source on and check that the  
signal cable is connected correctly.  
The projector is not correctly  
connected to the input signal device.  
Check the connection.  
Select the correct input signal with the  
SOURCE key on the projector or remote  
control.  
The input signal has not been  
correctly selected.  
Blurred image  
Cause  
Remedy  
The projection lens is not correctly  
focused.  
Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus  
ring.  
The projector and the screen are not  
aligned properly.  
Adjust the projection angle and direction as  
well as the height of the unit if necessary.  
Remote control does not work  
Cause  
Remedy  
The battery is out of power.  
Replace the battery with new one.  
There is an obstacle between the  
remote control and the projector.  
Remove the obstacle.  
You are too far away from the  
projector.  
Stand within 7 meters (23 feet) of the  
projector.  
The password is incorrect  
Cause  
Remedy  
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You do not remember the password.  
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Specifications  
Projector specifications  
All specifications are subject to change without notice.  
General  
Product name  
Model name  
Digital Projector  
MP724  
MP727  
MP735  
Optical  
1280 x 800  
WXGA  
Resolution  
1024 x 768 XGA  
1024 x 768 XGA  
Display system  
Lens F/Number  
1-CHIP DMD  
F = 2.55 to 2.72,  
f = 21.3 to 24.5 mm f = 26.01 to 29.84 mm f = 21.33 to 24.46 mm  
F = 2.6 to 2.81,  
F = 2.55 to 2.71,  
Lamp  
280 W lamp  
280 W lamp  
230 W lamp  
Electrical  
Power supply  
AC100–240V, 50/60 Hz (Automatic)  
360W (Max)/  
<5W (Standby)  
360W (Max)/  
<5W (Standby)  
300W (Max)  
<5W (Standby)  
Power consumption  
Mechanical  
Dimensions  
Weight  
325 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 254 mm (D)  
7.5 lbs (3.4 Kg)  
Input terminal  
Computer input  
RGB input  
Digital input  
Video signal input  
HDMI  
D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1  
DVI-I HDCP x 1  
Screw type x 1  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
Mini DIN 4-pin port x 1  
RCA jack x 1  
Analog – D-Sub <–> Component RCA jack x 3  
SD/HDTV signal input  
(through RGB input)  
Audio input  
Mini jack x 1, RCA jack x 2  
Output terminal  
RGB output  
Audio output  
Speaker  
D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1  
Mini jack x 1  
3W mono speaker  
Control terminal  
USB  
Type B  
RS-232 serial control  
9 pin x 1  
Environmental Requirements  
Operating temperature  
5°C–35°C at sea level  
Operating relative humidity 10%–85% (without condensation)  
0–1499 m at 5°C–28°C  
1500–3000 m at 5°C–23°C (with High Altitude Mode on)  
Operating altitude  
Specifications  
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Dimensions  
325 mm (W) x 95 mm (H) x 254 mm (D)  
325  
254  
95  
58.6  
80.53  
Timing chart  
Supported timing for Analog RGB input  
Resolution  
Horizontal  
Frequency  
(kHz)  
Vertical  
Frequency  
(Hz)  
Pixel  
Frequency  
(MHz)  
Mode  
31.469  
59.940  
25.175  
VGA_60  
VGA_72  
VGA_75  
VGA_85  
720 x 400 x 85  
SVGA_56  
SVGA_60  
SVGA_72  
SVGA_75  
SVGA_85  
XGA_60  
XGA_70  
XGA_75  
XGA_85  
37.861  
37.500  
43.269  
37.927  
35.2  
72.809  
75.000  
85.008  
85.039  
56.3  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
35.5  
640 x 480  
720 x 400  
800 x 600  
36  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
53.674  
48.363  
56.476  
60.023  
68.667  
60.317  
72.188  
75.000  
85.061  
60.004  
70.069  
75.029  
84.997  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
56.250  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
94.500  
1024 x 768  
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Resolution  
Horizontal  
Frequency  
(kHz)  
Vertical  
Frequency  
(Hz)  
Pixel  
Frequency  
(MHz)  
Mode  
49.7  
59.8  
83.5  
WXGA_60  
WXGA_75  
WXGA_85  
SXGA3_60  
SXGA3_75  
SXGA3_85  
WXGA+_60  
SXGA+_60  
UXGA  
1280 x 800  
62.8  
74.9  
106.5  
71.554  
63.981  
79.976  
91.146  
55.935  
65.317  
75.000  
35.000  
49.722  
60.241  
68.68  
84.880  
60.020  
75.025  
85.024  
59.887  
59.978  
60.000  
66.667  
74.546  
75.020  
75.06  
122.500  
108.000  
135.000  
157.500  
106.500  
121.750  
162.000  
30.240  
1280 x 1024  
1440 x 900  
1400 x 1050  
1600 x 1200  
640 x 480@67Hz  
832 x 624@75Hz  
1024 x 768@75Hz  
1152 x 870@75Hz  
MAC13  
57.280  
MAC16  
80.000  
MAC19  
100.000  
MAC21  
Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input  
Signal Format  
480i(525i)@60Hz  
Horizontal Frequency (kHz)  
Vertical Frequency (Hz)  
59.94  
15.73  
31.47  
15.63  
31.25  
45.00  
37.50  
33.75  
28.13  
67.5  
480p(525p)@60Hz  
576i(625i)@50Hz  
576p(625p)@50Hz  
720p(750p)@60Hz  
720p(750p)@50Hz  
1080i(1125i)@60Hz  
1080i(1125i)@50Hz  
1080P@60Hz  
59.94  
50.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
60.00  
50.00  
1080P@50Hz  
56.26  
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vibration.  
Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs  
Video mode  
Horizontal  
Frequency  
(kHz)  
Vertical  
Frequency  
(Hz)  
Color sub-carrier  
Frequency  
(MHz)  
NTSC  
15.73  
60  
50  
50  
60  
50  
60  
60  
3.58  
4.43  
PAL  
15.63  
15.63  
15.73  
15.63  
15.73  
15.73  
SECAM  
PAL-M  
PAL-N  
PAL-60  
NTSC4.43  
4.25 or 4.41  
3.58  
3.58  
4.43  
4.43  
Supported timing for DVI-I and HDMI (HDCP) input  
Resolution  
Horizontal  
Frequency  
(kHz)  
Vertical  
Frequency  
(Hz)  
Pixel  
Frequency  
(MHz)  
Mode  
720 x 400  
640 x 480  
37.927  
85.039  
35.5  
720 x 400_85  
VGA_60  
31.469  
37.861  
37.500  
43.269  
35.2  
59.940  
72.809  
75.000  
85.008  
56.3  
25.175  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
36  
VGA_72  
VGA_75  
VGA_85  
SVGA_56  
SVGA_60  
SVGA_72  
SVGA_75  
SVGA_85  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
53.674  
60.317  
72.188  
75.000  
85.061  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
56.250  
800 x 600  
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Horizontal  
Frequency  
(kHz)  
Vertical  
Frequency  
(Hz)  
Pixel  
Frequency  
(MHz)  
Mode  
48.363  
60.004  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
94.500  
83.5  
XGA_60  
56.476  
60.023  
68.667  
49.7  
70.069  
75.029  
84.997  
59.8  
XGA_70  
XGA_75  
XGA_85  
WXGA_60  
WXGA_75  
WXGA_85  
SXGA_60  
SXGA_75  
SXGA_85  
WXGA+_60  
SXGA+_60  
UXGA  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 800  
62.8  
74.9  
106.5  
71.554  
63.981  
79.976  
91.146  
55.935  
65.317  
75.000  
35.000  
49.722  
60.241  
68.68  
31.47  
31.25  
37.50  
45.00  
28.13  
33.75  
67.5  
84.880  
60.020  
75.025  
85.024  
59.887  
59.978  
60.000  
66.667  
74.546  
75.020  
75.06  
60  
122.500  
108.000  
135.000  
157.500  
106.500  
121.750  
162.000  
30.240  
57.280  
80.000  
100.000  
27  
1280 x 1024  
1440 x 900  
1400 x 1050  
1600 x 1200  
640 x 480@67Hz  
832 x 624@75Hz  
1024 x 768@75Hz  
1152 x 870@75Hz  
MAC13  
MAC16  
MAC19  
MAC21  
480p  
50  
27.000  
74.25  
576p  
50  
720p_50  
720p_60  
1080i_50  
1080i_60  
1080p  
60  
74.25  
VIDEO  
50  
74.25  
60  
74.25  
60  
148.5  
56.26  
50  
148.5  
1080p  
Displaying a 1080i_50 or 1080i_60 signal may result in slight image vibration.  
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Warranty and Copyright information  
Limited warranty  
BenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal  
usage and storage.  
Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim. In the event this product is  
found to be defective within the warranty period, BenQ's only obligation and your exclusive  
remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts (labor included). To obtain warranty  
service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects.  
Important: The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to operate the product in  
accordance with BenQ's written instructions, especially the ambient humidity must be in-  
between 10% and 85%, temperature in-between 5°C and 28°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.  
Copyright  
Copyright 2008 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.  
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Regulation statements  
FCC statement  
CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if  
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference  
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in  
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user  
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
— Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.  
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
EEC statement  
This machine was tested against the 89/336/EEC (European Economic Community) for  
EMC (Electronic Magnetic Compatibility) and fulfills these requirements.  
WEEE directive  
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in private  
households in the European Union.  
This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this can not  
be disposed of as household waste. You must dispose of your waste  
equipment by handling it over to the applicable take-back scheme for the  
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For more information  
about recycling of this equipment, please contact your city office, the  
shop where you purchased the equipment or your household waste  
disposal service. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural  
resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human  
health and environment.  
Regulation statements  
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