BenQ Ms504/mx505 Digital Projector User Manual
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Operation 41 Function Description Presentation TimerReminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See Setting the presentation timer on page 29 for details. LanguageSets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See Using the menus on page 20 for details. Projector InstallationThe projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See Choosing a location on page 13 for details. Menu Settings Menu Display Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. Menu Position Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position. Reminder Message Sets the reminder messages on or off. Operation Settings Direct Power On Allows the projector to turn on automatically once the power is fed through the power cord. Signal Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing POWER or ON when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable. Auto Power Off 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 46 for details. Quick Cooling Enables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On enables the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal 90-second duration to approximately 15 seconds. This function is only available when Instant Restart is off. Instant Restart Selecting On enables you to restart the projector immediately within 90 seconds after turning it off. Blank Timer Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated, once elapsed the image will return to the screen. See Hiding the image on page 31 for details. Sleep Timer Sets the auto-shutdown timer. 4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu
Operation 42 Function Description Panel Key LockDisables or enables all panel key functions except POWER on the projector and keys on the remote control. See Locking control keys on page 31 for details. Background ColorSets the background color for the projector. Splash ScreenAllows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-up. High Altitude ModeA mode for operation in high altitude areas. See Operating in a high altitude environment on page 31 for details. Audio SettingsSee Adjusting the sound on page 32 for details. Lamp Settings Lamp Mode See Setting the Lamp Mode on page 46 for details. Reset Lamp Timer See Resetting the lamp timer on page 48 for details. Equivalent Lamp See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 46 for details on how the total lamp hour is calculated. Security SettingsSee Utilizing the password function on page 21 for details. Baud Rate Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel. Test PatternSee Using the test pattern on page 32 for details. 4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu 5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu
Operation 43 Function Description Closed Caption Closed Caption Enable Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions. • Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as CC in TV listings). Caption Version Selects a preferred closed captioning mode. To view captions, select CC1, CC2, CC3, or CC4 (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area). Standby Settings Monitor Out Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER 1 jack is correctly connected to devices. See Connection on page 15 for how to make the connection. Audio Pass Through The projector can play sound when it is in standby mode and the corresponding jacks are correctly connected to devices. Press / to choose the source that you wish to use. See Connection on page 15 for how to make the connection. Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption. Reset All Settings Returns all settings to the factory preset values. The following settings will still remain: Keystone, User 1, User 2, Position, Phase, H. Size, Reference Mode, Reset Picture Setting, Projector Installation, Language, Reset All Settings and Current System Status. 5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu
Operation 44 Function Description Current System Status Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. Lamp Mode Shows the current lamp mode. Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal. 3D Format Shows the current 3D mode. Color System Shows input system format. Equivalent Lamp Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used. Firmware Version Shows the firmware version of your projector. 6. INFORMATION menu
Maintenance 45 Maintenance 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 and case clean. Never remove any parts of the projector. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing. Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Please be sure to turn off the projector and let it cool down completely before cleaning the lens. • 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 cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface. • Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to the projector surface and cabinet material. Cleaning the projector case Before you clean the case, turn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as described in Shutting down the projector on page 34 and unplug the power cord. • To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, lint-free cloth. • To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH detergent. Then wipe the case. Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case. Storing the projector If you need to store the projector for an extended time, please follow the instructions below: • Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector. Please refer to Specifications on page 51 or consult your dealer about the range. • Retract the adjuster feet. • Remove the battery from the remote control. • Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent. Transporting the projector It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent.
Maintenance 46 Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. To obtain the lamp hour information: 1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu. 2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page appears. 3. You will see the Equivalent Lamp information displaying on the menu. 4. To leave the menu, press MENU/EXIT. You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu. Extending lamp life The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 3000-4000 hours with proper usage. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menu. • Setting the Lamp Mode Setting the projector in Economic, SmartEco or LampSave mode extends the lamp operation life. To set Economic, SmartEco or LampSave mode, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings > Lamp Mode menu and press / . • Setting Auto Power Off This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life. To s e t Auto Power Off, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Operation Settings > Auto Power Off menu and press / . If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable. The projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period. Lamp modeDescription NormalProvides full lamp brightness EconomicLowers brightness to extend the lamp life and decreases the fan noise SmartEcoAdjusts the lamp power automatically depending on the content brightness level LampSaveAdjusts the lamp power automatically and lowers the brightness to extend the lamp life
Maintenance 47 Timing of replacing the lamp When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please consult your dealer or go to http://lamp.benq.com before installing a new lamp. 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 up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See Indicators on page 49 for details. The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp. XXXX shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models. StatusMessage Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the projector is normally run with Economic selected (See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 46), you may continue to operate the projector until the next hour lamp warning appears. Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item. The lamp brightness diminishes with use. This is normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp whenever you notice that the brightness level has significantly diminished. Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally. Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. OK Order Replacement Lamp Lamp>XXXX Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Notice OK Replace Lamp Soon Lamp>XXXX Hours Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Notice OK Replace Lamp Now Lamp>XXXX Hours Lamp usage time exceeded Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com Notice OK Out of Lamp Usage Time Replace lamp (Refer to user manual) Then reset lamp timer Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com WARNING
Maintenance 48 Replacing the lamp Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. Please contact service personnel for changing the lamp or visit http://www.BenQ.com. Resetting the lamp timer After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page appears. Highlight Reset Lamp Timer. A warning message appears asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press MODE/ENTER. The lamp time will be reset to “0”. Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage.
Maintenance 49 Indicators LightStatus & Description Powe r ev e n t s Orange Off OffStand-by mode Green FlashingOff OffPowering up Green Off OffNormal operation Orange FlashingOff OffNormal power-down cooling Red Off OffDownload Green Off RedCW start fail Red Flashing Off OffScaler shutdown fail (data abort) Lamp events Off Off RedLamp1 error in normal operation Off OffOrange FlashingLamp is not lit up Green Off RedLamp usage time exceeded Thermal events Red Red OffFan 1 error (the actual fan speed is +25% outside the desired speed) RedRed FlashingOffFan 2 error (the actual fan speed is +25% outside the desired speed) Green Red OffTemperature 1 error (over limited temperature)
Troubleshooting 50 Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. No picture Blurred image Remote control does not work The password is incorrect CauseRemedy There is no power from the power cord.Plug the power cord into the AC power jack 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. CauseRemedy The video source is not turned on or connected correctly.Turn the video source on and check that the signal cable is connected correctly. The projector is not correctly connected to the input signal device.Check the connection. The input signal has not been correctly selected.Select the correct input signal with the SOURCE key on the projector or remote control. The lens cover is still closed. Open the lens cover. CauseRemedy The projection lens is not correctly focused.Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring. The projector and the screen are not aligned properly.Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector if necessary. The lens cover is still closed. Open the lens cover. CauseRemedy The battery is out of power. Replace the battery with new ones. There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector.Remove the obstacle. You are too far away from the projector. Stand within 8 meters (26 feet) of the projector. CauseRemedy You do not remember the password.Please see Entering the password recall procedure on page 22 for details.