BenQ Mp510 Digital Projector User Manual

Maintenance 41
Lamp information
Calculation of 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 Economic Mode on page 38 for more information on Economic mode.
The lamp hour in Economic mode is calculated as 2/3 of that in normal mode. That is, using...

Maintenance 42
Replacing the 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...

Maintenance 43 5. Disconnect the lamp connector by 
pushing it against the projector while 
pulling it up.
6. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.
7. 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...

Maintenance 4414. Restart the projector.
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 
15. Resetting the lamp counter 
Do not reset if the lamp is not replaced as this could cause damage. 
i. Press and hold Up on the projector for 5 seconds 
to display the total used lamp time.
ii. Press AU TO on the projector or on the remote 
control to reset the lamp hour to “0”.
iii. Wait about 5 seconds to let the OSD disappear.
Temperature information
When the Temperature warning light is on, it is warning...

Maintenance 45
Indicators
Illustration
•Blank -: Light OFF
•O: Orange light
•: Light flashing•R: Red light
•: Light ON•G: Green light
LightStatus & Description
PowerTe m pLamp
Power events
The projector has just been connected to a power outlet.
--Stand-by mode.
--Powering up.
--Normal operation.
--
1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was 
abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down 
process. Or
2. The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the 
power is turned off.
--The...

Maintenance 46
LightStatus & Description
PowerTe m pLamp
Thermal events
--
The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start 
the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer 
for assistance.
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 R  G
 R O
 R  R  R
 R  R  G
 R  R O
 G  R  R
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O  R  R
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O  R O
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Troubleshooting 47
7. Troubleshooting
The projector does not turn on.
No picture
Blurred picture
Remote control does not work
The password is incorrect
CauseRemedy
There is no power from the power 
cable.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.
Attempting to turn the projector on 
again during the cooling process.Wait until the cooling down process has 
completed....

Specifications 48
8. Specifications
Projector specifications 
All specifications are subject to change without notice. 
General
Product name Digital Projector
Model name MP510
Optical
Resolution 800 x 600 SVGA
Display system 1-CHIP DMD
Lens F/Number F=2.57 (fixed)
Lamp 160 W lamp
Electrical
Power supply AC100–240V, 2.5A, 50–60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption 250 W (Max)
Mechanical
Weight 5.7 lbs (2.6 Kg)
Input terminal
Computer input
     RGB input D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1
Video signal input...

Specifications 49
Timing chart
Supported timing for PC input
Supported timing for Component-YP
bPr input
Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs
ResolutionHorizontal 
Frequency 
(kHz)Ve r t i c a l  
Frequency 
(Hz)Pixel 
Frequency 
(MHz)Mode
640 x 48031.469 59.940 25.175 VGA_60
37.861 72.809 31.500 VGA_72
37.500 75.000 31.500 VGA_75
43.269 85.008 36.000 VGA_85
720 x 400 31.469 70.087 28.322 720 x 400_70
800 x 60037.879 60.317 40.000 SVGA_60
48.077 72.188 50.000 SVGA_72
46.875 75.000 49.500...

Warranty and Copyright information 50
9. 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, BenQs only obligation and your exclusive 
remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts (labor included). To obtain warranty 
service, immediately notify...