BenQ Joybee GP2 User Manual

User ManualJoybee GP2 Mini Projector

Introduction10Controls and functionsProjector3. OK/BlankShort press:- Confirms a selected function when a menu is displayed.- Plays or pauses a video,

Introduction117. HomeDirectly returns to home screen from lower level of OSD.Exits application/pop-up message and back to home screen directly.8. Righ

Introduction12Remote control1. POWERToggles the projector between standby mode and on. See "Starting up the projector" on page 29 and "

Introduction1311. Right keyWhen the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is on:- Navigate right to select the desired menu items.- Make adjustments. (e.g. bri

Introduction14Remote control effective rangeInfra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front of the projector. The remote control must be

Positioning your projector15Positioning your projectorObtaining a preferred projected image sizeThe distance from the projector lens to the screen, th

Positioning your projector16Projection dimensionsRefer to "Dimensions" on page 69 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before

Connection17ConnectionIn the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents" on page 8)

Connection18Connecting a computerThe projector provides a VGA input socket that allows you to connect it to both IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® compu

Connection19• Using an HDMI cable1. Take an HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI output jack of the computer.2. Connect the other end of the HDM

Table of contents2Ta b l e o f c o n t e n t sImportant safety instructions ... 3Introduction... 7Projector features.

Connection20To disconnect the projector from a computer:i. Click on the Windows Taskbar.ii. Click the pop-up message.iii. Disconnect the USB cable o

Connection21Connecting an HDMI source deviceThe projector provides a HDMI input jack that allows you to connect it to an HDMI source device like a Blu

Connection22Connecting a Component Video source deviceExamine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output s

Connection23Connecting a composite Video source deviceExamine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output s

Connection24Connecting an iPhone/iPod deviceTo connect the projector to an iPhone/iPod device:1. Dock your iPhone/iPod to fit the docking connector.•

Connection25Connecting an external speakerYou can hear sound through an external speaker instead of the internal speakers built into the projector.To

Connection26Connecting to an external memory deviceConnecting an SD cardTo connect the projector to an SD card:1. Connect an SD card to the SD card sl

Connection27• Do not turn off the product or pull a connected USB storage device out while the USB storage device is in use. Doing so may result in da

Connection28Playing sound through the projectorYou can make use of the projector speaker in your presentations, and also connect separate amplified sp

Operation29OperationStarting up the projector1. Connect the power using the AC adapter. The Power LED indicator turns into blue and flashes slowly.2.

Important safety instructions 3Important safety instructionsYour projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of informati

Operation30Adjusting the projected imageAdjusting the image heightThe projector is equipped with 1 adjuster foot. This adjuster changes the image heig

Operation31Correcting keystoneKeystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs

Operation32Securing the projectorUtilizing the password functionFor security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an

Operation33provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector.Changing the password1. Go to the Settin

Operation34Firmware upgradeFollow below procedures to upgrade firmware version. • Only an SD Card is supported for a firmware update. • Do not remove

Operation35Optimizing the imageSelecting a picture modeThe projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to sui

Operation36Using Wall ColorIn the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which may not be white, the Wall Co

Operation37Operating in a high altitude environmentWe recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m –3000 m above s

Operation38To adjust the sound level, press + or - on the remote control, or:1. Repeat steps 1-2 above.2. Highlight Volume and press OK to open the po

Operation39Playing files with iPhone/iPodThe projector comes with an all-in-one iPhone/iPod dock which support video projection and music playback thr

Important safety instructions4 Safety Instructions (Continued)6. Never replace any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged. 7. Do not

Operation407. The video will be projected on a big screen.8. When a video is playing, press for Pause/Play. Press / for replay or skip to next vid

Operation41Projecting a 3rd party app• Download and install an app that supports Apps TV-out function. (e.g., Youtube, Netflix, TVOut genie) For a lis

Operation424. Dock your iPhone or iPod on the projector. 5. Select the iPod icon in iPhone or iPod main menu.6. Press Menu on remote control to switch

Operation43Operation iPhone or iPod during video or music playbackYou are allowed to use remote control to operate your iPhone or iPod when the projec

Operation44Displaying images with PC and Video sourcedevicesYou can connect your projector to a PC and various Video source devices. (e.g. HDMI, compo

Operation45Using PC/ Video pop-up menusThe projector has a multilingual OSD that allows you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings

Operation46Description of each menuFUNCTION DESCRIPTIONWall ColorCorrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See

Operation47Displaying files with internal memory, USBDrive and SD cardThe projector can display files saved in internal memory or external storage lik

Operation48When playing videosVideo player pop-up settings menuThe video player pop-up menu provides an on-screen display (OSD) for adjustments when p

Operation49• See the table for supported subtitle file types. Refer to "Supported file formats" on page 56.Menu systemMenu Item Sub-menu Opt

Important safety instructions 5 Safety Instructions (Continued)- Locations near fire alarms- Locations with an ambient temperature above 40°C / 104°F

Operation50Description of each menuFUNCTION DESCRIPTIONWall ColorCorrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See

Operation51When playing musicMusic player pop-up settings menuThe music player pop-up menu provides an on-screen display (OSD) for adjustments when pl

Operation52Menu systemDescription of each menuMenu Item OptionsPlay ModeAll in folder/One musicPlay OrderNormal / ShuffleRepeatOn/OffFUNCTION DESCRIPT

Operation53When viewing photosPhoto viewer pop-up settings menuThe photo view pop-up menu provides an on-screen display (OSD) for adjustments when vie

Operation54Menu systemDescription of each menuMenu Item OptionsSlideshow SpeedFast/ Normal/ SlowSlideshow ModeAll in folder / One photoSlideshow Order

Operation55When viewing documents• Loading time may be longer for large files. • Document viewer may not work properly when a file does not comply wit

Operation56Supported file formats• Document, Photo, Music• Video, SubtitlesPlease visit BenQ.com to know more details about the latest supported forma

Operation57Using USB StreamingThe projector supports USB streaming for USB display and USB file transfer.USB displayThe projector can project computer

Operation587. Copy & Paste or Drag-N-Drop files from your computer to the removable disk.8. If you want to display those files, use / to select

Operation59Using settings menuThis menu is to set the projector’s operating environment.Using the menu1. To open the OSD menu, press / to select Set

Important safety instructions6Safety Instructions (Continued)15. Do not place liquids near or on the projector. Liquids spilled into the projector may

Operation60Menu systemMain menu Sub-menu Options1. GENERALLanguageLED Mode Normal/EcoWall ColorOff/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/Blue/BlackboardAuto K

Operation61Description of each menuFUNCTION DESCRIPTIONLanguageSets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.LED ModeChoose Eco to dim the p

Operation62FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONSourceShows the current signal source.Picture ModeShows the selected mode.Color SystemShows input system format: RGB or

Operation63Shutting down the projector1. Press Power and a confirmation message displays prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, t

Maintenance64MaintenanceCare of the projectorYour projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the

Maintenance65LED IndicatorsStatus / ProblemsLED indicatorsLED BehaviorPowerOK & RingKeyStandby Blue Off Off Power LED slow flashPower on Blue Blue

Troubleshooting66TroubleshootingThe projector does not turn on.No pictureBlurred imageRemote control does not workThe password is incorrectCause Remed

Specifications67SpecificationsProjector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. GeneralProduct name Mini ProjectorMode

Specifications68Operating relative humidity10%-90% (without condensation)Operating altitude • 0–1499 m at 0°C–35°C• 1500–3000 m at 0°C–30°C (with High

Specifications69Dimensions140.3 mm (W) x 52.5 mm (H) x 129.8 mm (D)Timing chartSupported timing for PC input22.833Resolution ModeVer tical Frequency (

Introduction7IntroductionProjector featuresThe projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver h

Specifications70Supported timing for HDMI inputPC timings:Resolution ModeVer tical Frequency (Hz)Horizontal Frequency (kHz)640 x 480VGA_60 59.940 31.4

Specifications71Video timings:Supported timing for Component-YPbPr inputSupported timing for Video inputTiming ResolutionVer tical Frequency (Hz)Horiz

Warranty and Copyright information72Warranty and Copyright informationPatentsThis BenQ projector is covered by the following patents:U.S. patents 6,83

Introduction8Shipping contentsCarefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contac

Introduction9Projector exterior viewDo not block the ventilation openings. Blocking the ventilation openings can cause your projector to overheat and