BenQ Mx701 Digital Projector User Manual

Operation 21
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  /  to select a 
preferred language.
2. Use  /  to highlight the SYSTEM 
SETUP: Basic menu.4. Press MENU/EXIT twice* on the 
projector or remote...

Operation 22
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 25 on page 9 for details.
A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and the lock. Refer to the 
lock’s documentation for finding out how to use it.
Utilizing the password function
For...

Operation 23
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 3 seconds, and the INPUT PASSWORD 
message 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 recall...

Operation 24
Changing the password
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced> Security Settings > 
Change Password menu.
2. Press MODE/ENTER. The message “INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD” appears.
3. Enter the old password.
i. If the password is correct, another message “INPUT NEW PASSWORD” displays. 
ii. If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three 
seconds, and the message “INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD” displays for your 
retry. You can press MENU/EXIT to cancel...

Operation 25
Switching input signal
The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only 
display one full screen at a time. When starting up, the projector automatically searches for 
the available signals.
Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On if you want the 
projector to automatically search for the signals.
To select the source:
1. Press SOURCE on the projector or remote 
control. A source selection bar displays. 
2. Press / until your...

Operation 26
Magnifying and searching for details
If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the 
direction arrow keys for navigating the picture.
•  Using the remote control
1. Press Digital Zoom+/- to display the Zoom bar. Press Digital Zoom+ to magnify the 
center of the picture. Press the key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your 
need.
2. Use the directional arrows ( ,  ,  ,  ) on the projector or remote control to 
navigate the picture.
3. To...

Operation 27
About the aspect ratio
•  In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are 
active areas.
•  OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas.
1.Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit 
the projectors native resolution in its 
horizontal or vertical width. This is suitable 
for the incoming image which is neither in 
4:3 nor 16:9 and you want to make most use 
of the screen without altering the images 
aspect ratio.4.16:9: Scales an image so...

Operation 28
Optimizing the image
Using Wall Color
In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which 
may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture’s colors to 
prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures.
To use this function, go to the DISPLAY > Wall Color menu and press  /  to select a 
color which is closest to the color of the projection surface. There are several precalibrated 
colors to...

Operation 29 8. The confirmation message “Setting Saved” displays.
Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes
According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available 
when User 1 or User 2 is selected. Based on your needs, you can make adjustments to these 
functions by highlighting them and pressing  /  on the projector or remote control.
Adjusting Brightness
The higher the value, the brighter the image. And the 
lower the setting, the darker the image. Adjust this...

Operation 30
3D Color Management
In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in 
classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where 
building external windows allow daylight into the room. 
Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture 
theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered. Color management 
provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color...