BenQ Projector HT2050 User Manual

HT2050
Digital Projector
Home Cinema Series
User Manual 

2  Table of contents  
Table of contents
Important safety instructions.......3
Overview ..........................................6
Projector features.................................... 6
Shipping contents...................................... 7
Standard accessories ..................................... 7
Optional accessories ..................................... 7
Projector exterior view .......................... 8
Controls and functions............................ 9
Control panel...

  3
  Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology 
equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions 
mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.
1. Please read this user manual before you operate your 
projector. Keep this manual in a safe place for future 
reference. 
2. Always place the projector on a level, horizontal...

4 Important safety instructions  
5. Do not block the vents while the projector is on 
(even in standby mode).
- Do not cover the projector with any item.
- Do not place the projector on a blanket, 
bedding or any other soft surface. 9. Do not look straight into the projector lens 
during operation. It may harm your sight. 
6. In areas where the mains power supply voltage 
may fluctuate by ±10 volts, it is recommended 
that you connect the projector through a power 
stabilizer, surge protector or...

  5
  Important safety instructions
13. This projector is capable of displaying inverted 
images for ceiling mount installation. Use only 
BenQs Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting.
Ceiling mounting the projector
If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, 
we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting 
BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and ensure it is 
securely and safely installed.
If you use a non-BenQ brand projector ceiling mount 
kit, there is a safety risk that the projector may fall...

6 Overview  
Overview
Projector features
• Full HD compatible
The projector is compatible with Standard Definition TV (SDTV) 480i, 576i, Enhanced Definition 
television (EDTV) 480p, 576p and High Definition TV (HDTV) 720p, 1080i/p 60Hz formats, with the 
1080p format providing a true 1:1 image reproduction.
•  High picture quality
The projector provides excellent picture quality due to its high resolution, excellent home theater 
brightness, high contrast ratio, vivid color and rich gray-scale...

  7
  Overview
Shipping contents
Carefully unpack and verify that you have the items below. Some of the items may not be available 
depending on your region of purchase. Please check with your place of purchase.
Standard accessories
Some of the accessories may vary from region to region.
* The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed 
information.
Optional accessories
ProjectorRemote controlBatteriesPower cable
Warranty card*User manual CD
 
Quick...

8 Overview  
Projector exterior view
Front and upper side view 
1. Control panel (See Control panel for 
details.)
2. Lamp cover
3. Vent (heated air exhaust)
4. Quick-release button
5. Lens cap
6. Lens compartment cover
7. Lens shift wheel
8. Focus and Zoom ring
9. Vent (cool air intake)
10. Front IR sensor
11. Projection lens
12. HDMI input ports
13. 12VDC output terminal
Used to trigger external devices such as an 
electric screen or light control, etc. Consult 
your dealer for how to connect these...

  9
  Overview
Controls and functions
Control panel
1. Focus ring
Adjusts the focus of the projected image.
2. Zoom ring
Adjusts the size of the image.
3. TEMPerature warning light
Lights up red if the projectors temperature 
becomes too high.
4. OK
Confirms the selected On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menu item.
5. POWER indicator light
Lights up or flashes when the projector is 
under operation.
6. POWER
Toggles the projector between standby mode 
and on.
7.  Left / 
Decreases the projector audio volume.
When...

10 Overview  
Remote control
1. ON, OFF
Toggles the projector between on and off 
modes.
2. 3D, INVERT
Launches the 3D menu and toggles the invert 
function between on and off.
3. Arrow keys ( Left,  Right,  Up, 
Down)
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is 
activated, these keys are used as directional 
arrows to select the desired menu items and 
to make adjustments. 
4. OK
Confirms the selected OSD menu item.
5. BACK
Goes back to the previous OSD menu, exits 
and saves menu settings. 6. MENU
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