BenQ Mp724/mp727/mp735 Digital Projector User Manual

Operation 51
English
Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If 
there is no equipment connected to the proj ector or no signal detected, limited menu items 
are accessible.
The default values listed in this manual, especially on page  49-56, are for reference only. 
They may vary from the projectors due to th e continuous improvement to the products.
5. 
SYSTEM 
SETUP: 
Advanced
Quick CoolingOff/ On
High Altitude Mode Off /On
Audio Settings Mute...

Operation
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EnglishDescription of each menu
FUNCTION
(default setting/
value)DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)
Wall Color
 ( Off ) Corrects the projected pi
cture’s color when the projection surface is 
not white. See  Using Wall Color on page 40 for details.
Aspect Ratio
(Auto) There are four options to set the images aspect ratio depending on 
your input signal source. See 
Selecting the aspect ratio on page 37  
for details.
Keystone
(0) Corrects any keystoning of the image. See 
Correcting...

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FUNCTION
(default setting/
value)DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)
Tint
(0)Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See 
Adjusting 
Tint on page 41  for details.The function is only available when Video or S-Video with NTSC 
system is selected.
Sharpness
(15) Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See 
Adjusting 
Sharpness on page 41  for details.
Brilliant Color
(On) Adjusts white peaking while mainta
ining correct color presentation. 
See  Adjusting...

Operation
54
English
FUNCTION
(default setting/
value)DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)
Projector 
Position
(Front Table )The projector can be installed on a ce
iling or behind a screen, or with 
one or more mirrors. See  Choosing a location on page 14  for details.
Auto Power 
Off
(Disable) Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is 
detected after a set period of time. See 
Setting Auto Power Off on 
page 58 for details.
Blank Timer
(Disable ) Sets the image blank time when...

Operation 55
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FUNCTION
(default setting/
value)DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)
Standby D-
Sub Output
(Off) Selecting 
On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA 
signal when it is in standby mode and the  D-SUB IN and D-SUB 
OUT  sockets are correctly connected to devices. See Connecting a 
monitor on page 21 for how to make the connection.Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power 
consumption.
Lamp 
Settings
Lamp Mode (Normal)
See  Setting Lamp mode as Economic...

Operation
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English
The INFORMATION menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.
FUNCTION
(default setting/
value)DESCRIPTION (default setting/value)
FAQ-Image 
and 
Installation
Displays possible solutions to  problems you may encounter.FAQ-
Features and 
Service
Current 
System 
Status
Source
Shows the current signal source.
Picture Mode
Shows the selected mode in the  PICTURE menu.
Resolution
Shows the native resolution of the input signal.
Color System
Shows input system format,...

Maintenance 57
EnglishMaintenance
Care of the projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is 
to keep the lens clean.
Never remove any parts of the projector except  the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts 
need replacing.
Cleaning the lens
Clean the lens whenever you notic e dirt or dust on the surface. 
• Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. 
• If there is dirt or smears,  use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens...

Maintenance
58
EnglishLamp information
Getting to know the lamp hour
When the projector is in operat ion, 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 Setting Lamp mode as Economic  below for more information on Economic mode.
To obtain the lamp hour information:
1. Press Menu/Exit and then...

Maintenance 59
EnglishTiming of replacing the lamp
When the Lamp indicator  lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to 
replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or  consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a 
malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode.
The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too 
hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator 
still lights...

Maintenance
60
EnglishReplacing the lamp
• If lamp replacement is performed while the projector is suspended upside-down from the 
ceiling, make sure that no one is underneath the lamp socket to avoid any possible injury 
or damage to the human eyes caused by fractured 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 pr ojector to cool for at least 45 minutes 
before...