BenQ Mx701 Digital Projector User Manual

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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 minutes....

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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 compromising...

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14. Connect the power and restart the projector. 7. 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 reach it, or near 
flammable materials.
•  Do not insert your hands into the projector after  the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical 
components inside, it could cause color 
unevenness and...

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Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 
Resetting the lamp timer
15. 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 displays. Highlight  Reset Lamp Timer. A warning message is displayed 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...

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Indicators
LightStatus & Description
Power events
Off Off OrangeStand-by mode.
Off OffGreen
FlashingPowering up.
Off Off GreenNormal operation.
Off OffOrange
Flashing
•  The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was 
abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down 
process.
•  The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power 
is turned off.
•  The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to re-
start the projector, it will shut down again. Please contact...

Troubleshooting 56
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....

Specifications 57
Specifications
Projector specifications
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Optical
Resolution1024  x 768 XGA
Display system 1-CHIP DMD
Lens F/Number F = 2.54-2.73
Lamp
190 W lamp
Electrical
Power supplyAC100–240V, 3.0 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption 315 W (Max); < 1 W (Standby)
Mechanical
We i g h t
2.5 Kg (5.5 lbs)
Output terminals
RGB outputD-Sub 15-pin (female)  x 1
Speaker (Stereo) 10 watt  x 1
Audio sig nal output
PC audio jack  x 1
Control
RS-232...

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Dimensions
287.3 mm (W) x 114.4 mm (H) x 232.6 mm (D)
Ceiling mount installation
287.3
232.6
114.4
6262
445.95
397.90
364.40
83.38
141.88
232.6 123.0 78
287.3
207.6
77
76.5
34.5
199.6
Ceiling Mount screw: 
M4 x 8 (Max L = 8 mm)
Unit: mm 

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Timing chart
Supported timing for PC input
*Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Frame Sequential and Top-Bottom format.
** Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Frame Sequential format.
*** Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Top-Bottom format.
ResolutionMode
Vertical 
Frequency  (Hz)Horizontal 
Frequency  (kHz)Pixel 
Frequency (MHz)
640 x 480 VGA_60
59.940 31.469 25.175 
VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 
VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 
VGA_85 85.008 43.269 36.000...

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Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input
*Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal wi th Frame Sequential and Top-Bottom format.
** Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Frame Sequential format.
*** Supported timing for non-3D and 3D signal with Top-Bottom format.
ResolutionModeVertical 
Frequency 
(Hz)Horizontal 
Frequency 
(kHz)Pixel 
Frequency
(MHz)
640 x 480 VGA_60 59.940 31.469 25.175 
VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 
VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 
VGA_85 85.008 43.269 36.000...