Benq CP220 User Manual

WelcomeCP220 Digital ProjectorCommuter SeriesUser’s Manual

Important safety instructions4Safety Instructions (Continued)15. Do not store the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fal

Introduction 5IntroductionProjector featuresThe projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver

Introduction6Shipping contentsThe projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC and to video equipment. Carefully unpack and ve

Introduction 7Projector exterior viewFront / upper sideRear sideRefer to "Connection" on page 15 for more information on making connections

Introduction8Controls and functionsProjector1. Focus ring (See "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 24 for details.)Adjusts the

Introduction 9Remote control1. Power (See "Start up" on page 21 and "Shut-ting down the projector" on page 30 for details.)Turns t

Introduction10Remote control effective rangeInfra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the projector. The remote c

Positioning your projector 11Positioning your projectorChoosing a locationYour projector is designed to be installed in one of two possible installati

Positioning your projector12Obtaining a preferred projected image sizeThe distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the vi

Positioning your projector 13How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size1. Select your screen size.2. Refer to the table an

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Positioning your projector14There is 3%-5% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations.4:3 Screen Diagonal Distance from Screen

Connection 15ConnectionWhen connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.2. Use the

Connection16notebook. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your notebook’s documentation to find your notebook’s key combina

Connection 17Connecting Video source devicesYou can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following outpu

Connection18Connecting a Component Video source deviceExamine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output s

Connection 19Connecting an S-Video source deviceExamine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: • I

Connection20Connecting a composite Video source deviceExamine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output s

Operation 21OperationStart up1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check th

Operation22Utilizing the password functionFor security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up

Operation 23Entering the password recall procedurePress and hold Right for 5 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the screen. Seek h

Table of contents iiiTable of contentsImportant safety instructions... 1Introduction ...

Operation24Adjusting the projected imageAdjusting the projection angleThe projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster

Operation 25Optimizing the imageTo optimize the image, use the buttons on the projector or remote control, the on-screen menus. For the operation of o

Operation26Selecting an application modeThe projector is preset with several predefined application modes so that you can choose one to suit your oper

Operation 27Other adjustmentsIf you are not satisfied with the picture quality made by the preset modes. You can manually adjust some of the settings

Operation28white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue

Operation 29Hiding the imageIn order to draw the audience’s full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK to hide the screen image. Press any key

Operation30Shutting down the projector1. Press Power and a prompt message appears as pictured to the right.If you don’t want to turn it off, wait a f

Operation 31Menu operationMenu systemPlease note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected.*When a Video or S-

Operation32Using the menusThe projector is equipped with on-screen display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings.There are 17 differ

Operation 331. Picture menuSome picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on

Table of contentsivClosing the password function ... 23Switching input signal ...

Operation342. Pro-Picture menuSome picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown

Operation 353. Setting menu FUNCTION(default setting / value)DESCRIPTIONMute(Off)Toggles projector audio between on and off.Volume (5)Adjusts audio vo

Operation364. Advance menuFUNCTION(default setting / value)DESCRIPTIONMirror(Floor front)The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a scree

Operation 375. Information menuThis menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.Some picture adjustments are available only when cert

Maintenance38MaintenanceCare of the projectorYour projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the

Maintenance 39Lamp informationCalculation of lamp hourWhen the projector is in operation, the duration (by hours) of lamp usage is automatically calcu

Maintenance40Replacing the lamp• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cord before changing t

Maintenance 4111. Restart the projector.Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 12. Resetting the lamp counter Do not reset if the lamp

Maintenance42Temperature informationWhen the Temperature warning light is on, it is warning you of the following possible problems.1. The internal tem

Maintenance 43 Light Status & DescriptionPower Temp LampLamp events-The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projecto

Table of contents vTiming chart ... 46Supported timing for PC input ...

Troubleshooting44TroubleshootingTHE PROJECTOR DOES NOT TURN ON.NO PICTUREBLURRED IMAGEREMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT WORKCause RemedyThere is no power from t

Specifications 45SpecificationsProjector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. GeneralProduct name Digital Projector

Specifications46Timing chartSupported timing for PC inputSupported timing for Component-YPbPr inputSupported timing for Video and S-Video inputsResolu

Specifications 47DimensionsUnit: mm24878.5199

Warranty48WarrantyLimited WarrantyBenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and storage. Proof of

Regulation Statements 49Regulation StatementsFCC statementCLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not i

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Important safety instructions 1Important safety instructionsYour BenQ projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of info

Important safety instructions2 Safety Instructions (Continued)7. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for app

Important safety instructions 3 Safety Instructions (Continued)12. Do not place this projector in any of the following environments. - Space tha