BenQ Ms517 Users Manual

Connection 21
Connecting a HDMI source device
The projector provides a HDMI input jack 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 Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused HDMI...

Connection 22
Connecting a Component Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video 
output jacks 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 Component Video source device:
1. Take a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end with 3 
RCA type connectors to the Component Video output jacks of...

Connection 23
Connecting an S-Video/composite source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video/composite 
output jack available: 
• If it has both jacks, use the S-Video output jack for connection as the S-Video terminal 
provides better picture quality than the Video terminal.
• If it has either of the output jack, you can also continue with this procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
To connect the...

Operation
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Operation
Starting up the projector
1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into 
a power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch 
(where fitted). Check that the POWER 
indicator light on the projector lights orange 
after power has been applied.
• Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cable) 
only with the device to avoid possible dangers such as 
electric shock and fire.
• If Direct power on function is activated in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Operation Settings 
menu, the...

Operation 25 You can also press Source on the projector or remote control to select your 
desired input signal. See Switching input signal on page 32 for details.
• If no signal is detected for 3 minutes, the projector automatically enters ECO BLANK 
mode.
Adjusting the projected image
Adjusting the projection angle
The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. 
These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector:
1. Press the...

Operation
26
Use build-in test pattern
You can adjust the image shape and focus 
status by observing the input signal content, or 
using the test pattern build-in OSD manual 
from OSD or remote control for better 
observe the shape changed.
Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM 
SETUP: Advanced > Test Pattern > On. 
Press MODE/ENTER. The Test Pattern 
displays.
Fine-tuning the image size and clarity
1. Adjust the projected image to the size that 
you need using the zoom ring.
2. Then sharpen the image...

Operation 27
Correcting keystone
Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either 
the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. 
To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually 
correct it following one of these steps.
• Using the remote control
Press  /  on the projector or remote 
control to display the Keystone correction page. 
Press   to correct keystoning at the top of the...

Operation
28
Using the menus
The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various 
adjustments and settings.
Below is the overview of the OSD menu.
The following example describes how to set the OSD language.
1. Press  MENU/EXIT  on the projector 
or remote control to turn the OSD 
menu on. 3. Press  to highlight 
Language  and press Enter to 
select a preferred language .
2. Use  /  to highlight the  SYSTEM 
SETUP: Basic  menu. 4. Press
 MENU/EXIT  twice* on 
the projector or...

Operation 29
Securing the projector
Using a security cable lock
The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a 
lock, such as the Kensington lock, to secure  the projector. You can locate a Kensington 
lock slot on the rear side of the projector. See item 17 on page  9 for details.
A Kensington security cable lock is usually a  combination of key(s) and the lock. Refer to 
the locks documentation for  finding out how to use it.
Utilizing the password function...

Operation
30
If you forget the password
If the password function is activated, you will be asked 
to enter the six-digit password every time you turn on 
the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the 
password error message as pictured to the right 
displays lasting for three seconds, and the message 
INPUT PASSWORD  follows. You can retry by 
entering another six-digit password, or if you did not 
record the password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use 
the password...