BenQ Projector HT6050 User Manual

Positioning your projector 21
There is 5% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. BenQ 
recommends that if you intend to permanently inst all the projector, you should physically test 
the projection size and distance using the actual projector before you permanently install it, so 
as to make allowance for this projectors optical  characteristics. This will help you determine 
the exact mounting position so that it  best suits your installation location.
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Connection
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Connection
When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:
1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.
2. Use the correct signal cables for each source.
3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. 
• In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see 
Shipping contents on page 8 ). They are commercially available from electronics stores.
• The connection illustrations below are fo r reference only. The rear connecting jacks...

Connection 23
HDMI connection
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data 
transmission between compatible devices lik e DTV tuners, DVD players, Blu-ray players 
and displays over a single cable. You should  use an HDMI cable when making a connection 
between the projector and HDMI devices. 
3
A/V device
HDMI cable 

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Smart devices connection
The projector can project the content directly from a MHL compatible smart device. Using 
an HDMI to Micro USB cable or an HDMI to  Micro USB adaptor, you can connect your 
smart devices to the projector and then  enjoy your content on the big screen.
Some smart devices may not be compatible to the cable that you use. Please consult the 
manufacturer of your smart device for detailed information.
Using an HDMI to Micro USB cable
1. Connect one end of the HDMI to...

Connection 25
Using an HDMI to Micro USB adaptor and an HDMI cable
1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI input connector on the projector.
2. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI input socket on the adaptor.
3. Connect the other end of the adaptor to the Micro USB output socket on your 
smart device.
4. Switch to the HDMI/MHL input source. To switch input signal, see  Switching input 
signal on page 38  for details. 
3
HDMI cable Smartphone or 
tablet PC 

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Component Video connection
2. Component Video to Component 
cable
2
A/V device 

Connection 27
Video connection
1. Video cable
1
A/V device 

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PC connection
4. VGA cable 5. USB cable
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Notebook or desktop
computer 

Connection 29
Connecting video source devices
You need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the 
connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method 
you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the 
projector and the video source device as described below: 
If the selected video image is not displayed after  the projector is turned on and the correct video 
source has been selected, check that...

Operation
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Operation
Starting up the projector
1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a 
wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch 
(where fitted). Check that the  POWER 
indicator light  on the projector lights orange 
after power has been applied.
Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cable) only 
with the device to avoid possib le dangers such as electric 
shock and fire.
2. Press  POWER on the projector   or remote control   to start the projector. 
The  POWER indicator...