BenQ SP920 v2 User Manual

SP920P Digital Projector User Manual

Welcome

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Table of contents Important safety instructions .....3

Introduction ................................ 6 Projector features............................6 Shipping contents ...........................7 Projector exterior view ...................8 Controls and functions...................9

Projector ..................................................9 Remote control......................................10

Positioning your projector........ 12 Choosing a location ......................12 Obtaining a preferred projected image size ......................................13

Connection ................................ 16 Connecting a computer or monitor .........................................16 Connecting Video source devices 18

Operation................................... 23 Starting up the projector ..............23 Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus ............................................24 Securing the projector ..................24

Using a security cable lock ....................24 Utilizing the password function ...........25

Switching input signal ..................27 Adjusting the projected image .....28

Adjusting the projection angle..............28 Auto-adjusting the image .....................28 Fine-tuning the image size and clarity .28 Correcting keystone ..............................29

Magnifying and searching for details.......................................29 Selecting the aspect ratio ..............30 Optimizing the image...................31

Using Wall Color...................................31 Selecting a picture mode .......................31 Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes .....................................................32

Setting the presentation timer .....34 Hiding the image ..........................36 Freezing the image........................36 Utilizing FAQ function ................36 Locking control keys.....................37 Operating in a high altitude environment .................................37 Adjusting the sound .....................38 Setting the lamp mode .................39 Personalizing the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus ..................39 Shutting down the projector ........40 On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus41

Menu structure ..................................... 41 Description of each menu .................... 43

Maintenance .............................. 46 Care of the projector ....................46 Lamp information ........................46

Replacing the lamp ............................... 48 Indicators .............................................. 50

Troubleshooting ........................ 51

Specifications ............................. 52 Projector specifications ................52 Dimensions ...................................52 Timing chart .................................53

Other information ..................... 55 Warranty and Copyright information...................................55 Regulation statements ..................56

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Thank you for your purchase of this quality BenQ projector! It has been designed to provide you with an enjoyable viewing experience in various situations. For the best results, please read this manual through carefully as it is your guide through the control menus and operation.

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.

1. Please read this manual before you operate your projector. Save it for future reference.

2. Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation. The intense light beam may damage your eyes.

3. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

4. Do not place this projector in any of the following environments.

- Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector.

- Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as the inside of a car with all windows rolled up.

- Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components, shortening the projector's life span and darkening the image.

- Locations near fire alarms - Locations with an ambient temperature

above 40C / 104F - Locations where the altitudes are higher than

3000 m (10000 feet)

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5. In areas where the mains voltage may fluctuate or cut out, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

6. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

7. 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.

8. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. Do not block the ventilation holes. - Do not place this projector on a blanket,

bedding or any other soft surface. - Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any

other item. - Do not place inflammables near the projector.

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12. Always place the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation.

- Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back. Using the projector when it is not fully horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or damage to, the lamp.

13. Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fall over, causing injury or resulting in damage to the projector.

14. 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.

15. When the projector is under operation, you may sense some heated air and odor from its ventilation grill. It is a normal phenomenon and not a product defect.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. This apparatus must be earthed.

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.

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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.

Selectable dual-lamp projection capable of displaying super-bright images

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

FAQ to troubleshoot operational problems with one quick key press

Presentation timer for a better control of time during presentations

High quality manual zoom lens

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

Built-in speakers provide mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected

Powerful AV function to provide high quality video image

Component HDTV compatibility (YPbPr)

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.

*The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed information.

Optional accessories If you need to purchase the accessories listed below, please also contact your local dealer.

Installing or replacing the remote control batteries

1. To open the battery cover, turn the remote control over to view its back, push on the finger grip on the cover and slide it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. The cover will slide off.

2. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment. Positive (+) goes to positive and negative (-) goes to negative.

3. Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and sliding it back down into position. Stop when it clicks into place.

Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment like the kitchen, bathroom, sauna, sunroom or in a closed car.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.

Dispose of the used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions and local environment regulations for your region.

Never throw the batteries into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.

If the batteries are dead or if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.

Projector Power cord VGA cable Remote control with batteries

Quick start guide Multi-language user manual CD

Warranty card*

(UK) (US)

(EU)

(AU)

(KOREA) (CHINA)

(JAPAN)

1. Spare lamp kit 2. Ceiling mount kit

3. Presentation Plus 4. RS232 cable

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Projector exterior view 1. Lamp cover 2. Vent (heated air exhaust) 3. Projection lens 4. External control panel

(See page 9 for details.) 5. Focus ring and Zoom ring

(See page 9 for details.) 6. Vent (cool air intake) 7. Front IR remote sensor 8. AC power cord inlet 9. Adjuster feet 10. Kensington anti-theft lock slot 11. Speaker grill 12. Ceiling mount holes 13. Rear IR remote sensor 14. Audio signal input socket 15. RS232 control port 16. USB socket 17. HDMI port 18. DVI-D signal input socket 19. RGB (PC)/Component Video

(YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input socket

20. DC 12V output terminal Used to trigger external devices such as an electric screen or light control, etc. Consult your dealer for how to connect these devices.

21. RGB signal output socket 22. Component Video (YPbPr/

YCbCr) signal input sockets 23. S-Video signal input socket 24. Composite Video signal input

socket 25. Vent (heated air exhaust)

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Controls and functions

Projector

1. Focus ring

Adjusts the focus of the projected picture. See "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 28 for details.

2. Zoom ring

Adjusts the size of the projected picture. See "Fine- tuning the image size and clarity" on page 28 for details.

3. POWER indicator light

Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. See "Indicators" on page 50 for details.

4. Power

Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. See "Starting up the projector" on page 23 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 40 for details.

5. MENU/EXIT

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. When the OSD menu is activated, exits and saves the menu settings. See "Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus" on page 24 for details.

6. BLANK

Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding the image" on page 36 for details.

7. TEMPerature indicator light

Lights up if the projector's temperature becomes too high. See "Indicators" on page 50 for details.

8. LAMP indicator light

Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up when the lamp has developed a problem. See "Indicators" on page 50 for details.

9. MODE

Depending upon which input signal is selected, selects an available picture setup mode. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 31 for details.

10. ASPECT

Selects the display aspect ratio. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 30 for details.

11. AUTO

Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed picture. See "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 28 for details.

12. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, / Down)

Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. See "Correcting keystone" on page 29 for details.

Left/

Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 36 for details.

Right/

Locks the keys on the projector. See "Locking control keys" on page 37 for details.

When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the arrow keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments. See "Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus" on page 24 for details.

13. SOURCE

Displays the source selection bar. See "Switching input signal" on page 27 for details.

14. ENTER

Enacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item. See "Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus" on page 24 for details.

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Remote control

1. FREEZE

Freezes the projected image. See "Freezing the image" on page 36 for details.

2. ASPECT

Selects the display aspect ratio. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 30 for details.

3. CAPTURE (This function is not available with the SP920P series)

4. BRIGHTNESS

Adjusts brightness. See "Adjusting Brightness" on page 32 for details.

5. CONTRAST

Adjusts contrast. See "Adjusting Contrast" on page 32 for details.

6. TEST PATTERN

Displays the test pattern. See "Test Pattern" on page 45 for details.

7. LASER

Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes. See "Operating the LASER pointer" on page 11 for details.

8. MENU/EXIT

Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings. See "Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus" on page 24 for details.

9. Left/

Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 36 for details.

10. ENTER

Activates the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.

11. BLANK

Used to hide the screen image. See "Hiding the image" on page 36 for details.

12. VOLUME+/VOLUME-

Adjusts the sound level. See "Adjusting the sound" on page 38 for details.

13. POWER

Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. See "Starting up the projector" on page 23, "Shutting down the projector" on page 40 for details.

14. DIGITAL ZOOM+/DIGITAL ZOOM-

Magnifies or reduces the projected image size. See "Magnifying and searching for details" on page 29 for details.

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15. TIMER ON

Activates or displays an on-screen timer based on your own timer setting. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 34 for dtails.

16. TIMER SET UP

Enters presentation timer setting directly. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 34 for dtails.

17. AUTO

Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image. See"Auto- adjusting the image" on page 28 for dtails.

18. Keystone/Arrow buttons ( / Up, /

Down)

Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. See "Correcting keystone" on page 29 for dtails.

19. Right/

Locks the buttons on the projector. See "Locking control keys" on page 37 for dtails.

When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the #18, #9 and #19 buttons are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments. See "Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus" on page 24 for dtails.

20. SOURCE

Displays the source selection bar. See "Switching input signal" on page 27 for dtails.

21. MUTE

Toggles projector audio between on and off. See "Muting the sound" on page 38 for dtails.

22. MODE

Depending upon the input signal in use, selects an available picture mode. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 31 for dtails.

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.

Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensors should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet).

Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensors on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam.

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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:

*To set the projector position:

1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote control and then press / until the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu is highlighted.

2. Press / to highlight Projector Position and press / until the correct position is selected.

1. Front Table Select this location with the projector placed near the floor 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 mount kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.

*Set Front Ceiling after you turn the projector on.

3. Rear Table Select this location with the projector placed near the floor behind the screen.

Note that a special rear projection screen is required.

*Set Rear Table 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 mount kit are required for this installation location.

*Set Rear Ceiling after you turn the projector on.

SYSTEM SETUP: Basic Presentation Timer

EnglishLanguage Projector Position Auto Power Off Blank Timer

Sleep Timer Panel Key Lock

Splash Screen

Analog RGB MENU Exit

Front Table Disable Disable

Off Disable

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Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors in the projected image size.

4:3 is the native aspect ratio of this projector. To be able to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio image, 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.

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 15, 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 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector. 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).

4:3 aspect image in a 4:3 aspect display area

16:9 aspect image scaled to a 4:3 aspect display area

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How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size 1. Select your screen size. 2. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled "4:3 screen

diagonal". 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. 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.

4. 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, if you are using a 120-inch screen, the average projection distance is 4416 mm and with a vertical offset of 210 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 29 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". Check that your measured distance is between the min and max distances listed on either side of the average distance value.

3. 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.

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 placement of the screen in relation to the horizontal plane of the projector.

For example, if your measured projection distance was 4.5 m (4500 mm), the closest match in the "Average" column is 4416 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 120-inch screen is required. If you can only obtain metric sized screens, the listed screen sizes on either side of the 120-inch screen are the 3.0 m (3000 mm) and 3.5 m (3500 mm) screens.

Checking the min and max projection distance values for these screen sizes, indicates that the 4.5 m measured projection distance will also fit the 3.0 m (3000 mm) size screen. Be aware that these different screens have different vertical offset values.

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 in situ before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics. This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best suits your installation location.

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Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 52 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position.

Maximum zoom Minimum zoom

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zoom) 4.0 48 1219 1635 1766 1897 84

59 1500 2012 2173 2334 104 5.0 60 1524 2044 2208 2371 105 6.0 72 1829 2453 2649 2846 126

79 2000 2683 2897 3112 138 7.0 84 2134 2862 3091 3320 147 8.0 96 2438 3271 3533 3794 168

98 2500 3353 3622 3890 173 9.0 108 2743 3680 3974 4268 189

118 3000 4024 4346 4668 207 10.0 120 3048 4089 4416 4743 210

138 3500 4695 5070 5446 242 12.0 144 3658 4906 5299 5691 252

157 4000 5366 5795 6224 276 15.0 180 4572 6133 6624 7114 315

197 5000 6707 7244 7780 345 18.0 216 5486 7359 7948 8537 379

236 6000 8048 8692 9336 414 25.0 300 7620 10221 11039 11857 526

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Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:

1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted.

In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents" on page 7). 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.

To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer:

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

With a VGA cable: With a DVI-D cable:

Your computer must be equipped with a DVI-D output socket.

With a HDMI cable:

Your computer must be equipped with a HDMI output socket.

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. Take a DVI-D cable and connect one end to the DVI-D output socket of the computer. Connect the other end of the cable to the DVI-D signal input socket on the projector.

1. 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.

2. 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 44 for details.

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Many notebooks do not 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 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:

The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:

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 16.

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-D socket.

1. Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on page 16.

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-D socket.

2. 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.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the D-SUB OUT socket on the projector.

2. Take a VGA to DVI-A cable and connect the DVI end of the cable to the DVI input socket of the video monitor.

3. Connect the VGA end of the cable to the D-SUB OUT socket on the projector.

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Connecting Video source devices This section describes how to connect the projector to Video source devices using video cables. Video cable connections are recommended for Video presentations.

You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets:

HDMI

DVI-D

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 a HDMI source device" on page 19 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-D. If your source device is equipped with a DVI- D socket, you can enjoy digital video quality.

See "Connecting a DVI-D source device" on page 20 for how to connect the projector to a DVI-D source device and other details.

If no DVI-D 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.

See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 21 for how to connect the 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 an S-Video or a composite Video source device" on page 22 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 a HDMI source device 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 source device to determine if it has an unused HDMI 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 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 44 for details.

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AV device 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 Color Space" on page 27 for details.

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 27 for details.

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Connecting a DVI-D source device The projector provides a DVI-D input socket that allows you to connect it to a DVI-D source device like a DVD player.

DVI-D 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-D 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.