BenQ Ms616st/mx618st Digital Projector User Manual

Operation 41
FunctionDescription
3D Sync 
InvertWhen you discover the inversion of the image depth, enable this 
function to correct the problem.
Teaching 
TemplateSee Using the teaching templates on page 34  for details.
Picture ModePre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your 
projector image set-up to suit your program type. See  Selecting a 
picture mode on page 26  for details.
Reference 
ModeSelects a picture mode that best suits your need for the image quality 
and further...

Operation
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Function Description
Quick Auto 
SearchSee Switching input signal on page 23  for details.
Color Space 
ConversionSee Changing Color Space on page 23  for details.
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 
PositionThe projector can be installed on a ceiling...

Operation 43
FunctionDescription
Splash 
ScreenAllows you to select which logo screen will display during projector 
start-up. 
Auto BlankSee Hiding the image on page 31  for details.
Quick 
CoolingEnables or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting  On enables 
the function and projector coolin g time will be shortened from a 
normal 90-second duration to approximately 30 seconds.
High 
Altitude 
ModeA mode for operation in high altitude areas. See  Operating in a high 
altitude environment on...

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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...

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 except the lamp. 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 co mpletely before cleaning the lens.
•  Use a canister of compressed air to...

Maintenance
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Lamp information
Getting to know the lamp hour
When the projector is in operation, the durati on (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically 
calculated by the built-in timer. 
See  Setting Lamp Mode as Economic or SmartEco  below for more information on Economic mode.
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....

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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 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. 
Go to  http://lamp.benq.com  for a replacement lamp.
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...

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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 co mpromising...

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12. Connect the power and restart the projector.
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 
6. 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 re ach it, or near flammable 
materials.
•  Do not insert your hands into the projector after the  lamp is removed. If you touch the optical...

Maintenance
50 Resetting the lamp timer
13. After the startup logo, open the On-Sc
reen 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.