BenQ Mx815st/mx815st+/mx816st/mw817st Digital Projector User Manual

Operation 41
Function Description
Operation 
Settings
Direct Power On
Allows the projector to turn on automatically once the power is fed 
through the power cord.
Signal Power On
Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing the 
POWER key on the projector when the projector is in standby 
mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable.
Auto Power Off
Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is 
detected after a set period of time. See Setting Auto Power Off...

Operation 42
Function Description
High 
Altitude 
ModeA mode for operation in high altitude areas. See Operating in a high 
altitude environment on page 33 for details.
Audio 
Settings
Mute
Volume
Power On/Off Ring Tone
See Adjusting the sound on page 33 for details.
Lamp 
Settings
Lamp Mode
See Setting Lamp Mode as Economic on page 46 for details.
Reset Lamp Timer
See Resetting the lamp timer on page 50 for details.
Equivalent Lamp Hour
See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 46 for details on how the...

Operation 43
Function Description
Standby 
Settings
Network
Selecting On enables the function. The projector is able to provide the 
network function when it is in standby mode.
Monitor Out
Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA 
signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER 1 jack is 
correctly connected to devices. See Connection on page 16 for how 
to make the connection.
Audio Pass Through
The projector can play sound when it is in standby mode and the 
corresponding...

Operation 44
Function Description
Current 
System 
Status
Source
Shows the current signal source.
Picture Mode
Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu.
Resolution
Shows the native resolution of the input signal.
Color System
Shows input system format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, YUV, or RGB.
Equivalent Lamp Hour
Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
Firmware Version
Shows the firmware version of your projector.6. INFORMATION menu 

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 46
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 MODE/ENTER. The Lamp 
Settings page displays.
3. You will see the...

Maintenance 47
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 48
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 49 15. Connect the power and restart the projector.
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 
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 projector after the 
lamp is removed. If you touch the optical...

Maintenance 50Resetting the lamp timer
16. 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 this could cause damage.