BenQ Mp721 Users Manual

Connection 17
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 6). They are commercially available 
from electronics stores.
Wireless connection (optional)
The Wireless module allows for simultaneous wireless...

Connection 18
To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer (either through a 
VG A  c a b l e  o r  VG A  to  DV I - A  c a b l e ) :   
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
Many laptops 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 laptop. Press FN and the...

Connection 19
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 RGB signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a 
VGA cable following the instructions below:
1. Connect the projector to a computer as described in Connecting a computer on page 
17.
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...

Connection 20
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. 
This projector also supports data (graphic) PC connection using wireless function. Wireless 
connection is not recommended for Video presentations. See Wireless connection 
(optional) on page 17.
You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the 
following...

Connection 21 If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output 
of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector. 
The audio connections illustrated in the following sections are provided for informational 
purposes only. You need not connect audio to the projector if there is an alternate sound 
system available, or if audio is not required.
Connecting a Component Video source device
Examine your Video source device to...

Connection 22The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input 
is connected. See Connecting Audio on page 20 for details.
• Component Video is the only video output that delivers native 16:9 aspect ratio picture.
If you connect the projector to a High Definition TV (HDTV) tuner, the following standards 
are supported:
If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is...

Connection 23
Connecting an S-Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video 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 an S-Video source device:
1. Take the (optional accessory) S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video 
output socket of the Video source device.
2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable...

Connection 24
Connecting a composite Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video 
output sockets 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 an composite Video source device:
1. Take the (optional accessory) Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video 
output socket of the Video source device.
2....

Operation 25
Operation
Start up
1. Plug the power cord into the projector and 
into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket 
switch (where fitted). Check that the Power 
indicator on the projector lights orange after 
power has been applied..
2. Remove the lens cap. If it is left on, it could 
become deformed due to the heat produced by the 
projector lamp.
3. Press and hold (for 2 seconds) 
Power on the projector or remote 
control to start the projector. As soon as 
the lamp lights up, a Power On Tone...

Operation 26
• If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projectors operating range, you 
will see the message Out of Range displayed on a blank screen.
Utilizing the password function
For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an 
option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen 
Display (OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to Using the 
menus on page 38.
WARNING: You will be...