Benq MP620 User Manual

WelcomeMP620 / MP720 / MP720p Digital ProjectorMainstream SeriesUser’s Manual

Important safety instructions4Safety Instructions (Continued)10. Do not step on the projector or place any objects upon it. Besides probable physical

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. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all

Introduction 7Projector exterior viewFront / upper sideRear sideRefer to "Connection" on page 18 for more information on making connections

Introduction8Side viewLower side22. Kensington anti-theft lock slot23. Front adjuster foot24. Lamp cover25. Rear adjuster foot22232425

Introduction 9Controls and functionsExternal control panel1. Power (Refer to "Start up" on page 25 and "Shutdown" on page 30 for m

Introduction108. Power indicator light (Refer to "Indicators" on page 47 for more information.)Lights up or flashes when the projector is un

Introduction 113. 5Up, 6 Down4. 3Left, Right4When the on-screen menu is activated, the 5Up, 6 Down, 3Left and Right4buttons are used as directional ar

Introduction12Remote 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 13Positioning your projectorChoosing a locationYour projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installat

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Positioning your projector14I. Floor frontSelect this location with the projector placed near the floor in front of the screen. This is the most commo

Positioning your projector 15Obtaining a preferred projected image sizeThe distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the v

Positioning your projector16How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size:1. Select your screen size.2. Refer to the table an

Positioning your projector 17There is 3%-5% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations.4:3 Screen Diagonal Distance from Screen

Connection18ConnectionWhen connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.2. Use the

Connection 19To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer (either through aVGA cable or VGA-DVI cable): The final connection path shoul

Connection20Connecting a monitorIf you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the RGB signal o

Connection 21Connecting Video source devicesThis section describes how to connect the projector to Video source devices using video cables. Video cabl

Connection22The audio connections illustrated in the following sections are provided for informational purposes only. You need not connect audio to th

Connection 23• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is connected. See "Connecting Audio"

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Connection24• If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and this S-Video source device using Component Video connect

Operation 25OperationStart up1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check th

Operation26To set a password:CAUTION: Once a password has been set, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the

Operation 27IMPORTANT: Write your selected password down here in this manual so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.Password: __ __

Operation28Fine-tuning the image size and clarityCorrecting keystoneKeystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider a

Operation 29Selecting an application modeThe projector is preset with several predefined application modes so that you can choose one to suit your ope

Operation30Remote paging operationsYou can operate your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to page up/down commands (like Mic

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 contentsivCorrecting keystone ...28Selecting an application mode...

Operation34Color Temp (depends on the selected Application mode)There are four color temperature* settings are available.1. T1: With the highest color

Operation 352. Pro-Picture menuSome picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not show

Operation363. Setting menu FUNCTION (default setting / value)DESCRIPTIONMute (off)Toggles projector audio between on and off.Volume (5)Adjusts audio v

Operation 374. Advance menuFUNCTION (default setting / value)DESCRIPTIONMirror (Floor front)The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a sc

Operation38High Altitude Mode (off)A mode for operation in areas like high altitude or high temperature. We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode w

Operation 395. Information menuThis menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.Some picture adjustments are available only when cert

Maintenance40MaintenanceCare of the projectorYour projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the

Maintenance 41A warning message like the one pictured to the right will be displayed for 10 seconds every 500 hours to remind you to clean the filter.

Maintenance427. Refit the filter case by aligning and inserting it into the projector slot.8. Press the case back until it clicks into place.9. Turn t

Maintenance 43Lamp informationCalculation of lamp hourWhen the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calcu

Table of contents vRegulation Statements ... 55FCC statement ...

Maintenance44Replacing the lamp• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cord before changing t

Maintenance 454. Disconnect the lamp connector from the projector.5. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.6. Pull the lamp from the projector.• Pull

Maintenance4612. Restart the projector.Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 13. Resetting the lamp counter Do not reset if the lamp i

Maintenance 47IndicatorsIllustration• Blank - : Light OFF•O : Orange light• : Light flashing• R : Red light• : Light ON• G : Green lightLight Status &

Maintenance48Thermal events--The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact yo

Maintenance 49Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of your BenQ projectorWe want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so w

Troubleshooting50TroubleshootingTHE PROJECTOR DOES NOT TURN ON.NO PICTUREBLURRED IMAGEREMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT WORKCause RemedyThere is no power from t

Specifications 51SpecificationsProjector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. GeneralProduct name Digital Projector

Specifications52Timing chartSupported timing for PC inputSupported timing for Component-YPbPr inputSupported timing for Video and S-Video inputsResolu

Specifications 53DimensionsUnit: mm23829194

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Warranty54WarrantyLimited WarrantyBenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and storage. Proof of

Regulation Statements 55Regulation StatementsFCC statementCLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not i

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 Instructions1. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 4

Important safety instructions 3 Safety Instructions (Continued)6. Do not place this projector in any of the following environments. - Space that