BenQ Mx716/mx717 Digital Projector User Manual

Maintenance 51
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. 
See Setting Lamp Mode as Economic 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 ENTER. The Lamp Settings page 
displays.
3. You will see the Equivalent...

Maintenance 52
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....

Maintenance 53
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 image...

Maintenance 545. Disconnect the lamp connector from the 
projector as illustrated (for the MX717).
6. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.
7. Lift the handle so that it stands up.
8. 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...

Maintenance 55 9. As shown in the figure, lower the new lamp.
10. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.
11. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in 
place.
12. Reconnect the lamp connector (for the MX717).
•  Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result 
in malfunction.
•  Do not over tighten the screw.
13. Replace the new protection film that comes with 
the new lamp.
14. Replace the lamp cover on the projector.
MX717 MX716
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MX717
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2
MX716
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MX717 MX716
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Maintenance 5616. Connect the power and restart the projector.
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 
Resetting the lamp timer
17. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the 
SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press 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 
ENTER. The lamp time will be reset to “0”.
Do not reset if the...

Maintenance 57
Indicators
LightStatus & Description
Pow e r  eve n t s
Orange Off OffStand-by mode.
Green
FlashingOff OffPowering up.
Green Off OffNormal operation.
Orange
FlashingOff Off
•  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...

Troubleshooting 58
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 59
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 = 2.59-2.87
Lamp
(MX716) 240 W lamp
(MX717) 300 W lamp
Electrical
Power supply
(MX716)AC100–240V, 3.5 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic)
(MX717)
AC100–240V, 3.3 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption
(MX716)
361 W (Max); < 1 W (Standby)
(MX717) 398 W (Max); < 0.5 W (Standby)
Mechanical
Weight
(MX716)2.9 Kg (6.4 lbs)
(MX717)...

Specifications 60
Dimensions
MX717 MX716
311.81
252
120.5
4250.5
Unit: mm 104.07 244.12
51.158.25
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