BenQ Projector HT6050 User Manual

							HT6050
Digital Projector 
Home Cinema Series 
User Manual 
						

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Ta b l e  o f  c o n t e n t s
Important safety 
instructions ................... 3
Projector features ........ 7
Shipping contents ...................................... 8
Projector exterior view........................... 9
Controls and functions ..........................11
Positioning your 
projector ..................... 16
Choosing a location ................................16
Installing or removing the 
optional lens .............................................17
Adjusting projected image position 
using lens shift ..........................................18
Obtaining a preferred projected 
image size ..................................................20
Connection ................. 22
HDMI connection ...................................23
Smart devices connection .....................24
Component Video connection ............26
Video connection ....................................27
PC connection .........................................28
Connecting video source devices........29
Operation ................... 30
Starting up the projector ......................30
Adjusting the projected image .............32
Using the menus ......................................34
Securing the projector ...........................35
Utilizing the password function ...........35
Switching input signal .............................38
Picture menu ...........................................39
Display menu  ..........................................45
System Setup : Basic menu  ..................47 System Setup : Advanced menu  ......... 48
Information menu .................................. 50
Shutting down the projector ............... 51
OSD menu structure ............................. 52
Maintenance ............... 55
Care of the projector ............................ 55
Lamp information ................................... 56
Cleaning the filter ................................... 60
Replacing the filter.................................. 60
Troubleshooting ........ 63
Specifications .............. 64
Projector specifications ......................... 64
Dimensions .............................................. 65
Timing chart ............................................. 66
Warranty and 
Copyright 
information ................. 72 
						

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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 th is manual and marked on the product. 
Safety Instructions
1.Please read this manual before 
you operate your projector.  Save 
it for future reference. 
2. Do not look straight at the 
projector lens during operation.  
The intense light beam may damage 
your eyes. 
3. Refer servicing to qualified 
service personnel.  4.
Always open the lens shutter or 
remove the lens cap when the 
projector lamp is on.  
5. In some countries, the line voltage is  NOT stable. This projector is 
designed to operate safely within a 
mains voltage between 100 to 240 
volts AC, but could fail if power cuts 
or surges of  ±10 volts occur.  In areas 
where the mains voltage may 
fluctuate or cut out, it is 
recommended that you connect 
your projector through a power 
stabilizer, surge protector or 
uninterruptible power supply 
(UPS).  
						

							Important safety instructions
4 6. Do not block the projection lens with 
any objects when the projector is 
under operation as this could cause 
the objects to become heated and 
deformed or even cause a fire. To 
temporarily turn off the lamp, press 
BLANK  on the projector or remote 
control.
7. The lamp becomes extremely hot  during operation.  Allow the projector 
to cool for approximately 45 minutes 
prior to removing the lamp assembly 
for replacement. 
8. Do not operate lamps beyond the  rated lamp life. Excessive operation of 
lamps beyond the rated life could 
cause them to break on rare 
occasions.  9. Never replace the lamp assembly or 
any electronic components unless the 
projector is unplugged. 
10. Do not place this product on an  unstable cart, stand, or table. The 
product may fall, sustaining serious 
damage. 
11. Do not attempt to disassemble this  projector. There are dangerous high 
voltages inside which may cause death 
if you should come into contact with 
live parts. The only user serviceable 
part is the lamp which has its own 
removable cover.
Under no circumstances should you 
ever undo or remove any other 
covers. Refer servicing only to suitably 
qualified professional service 
personnel.
Safety Instructions (Continued) 
						

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12. When the projector is under operation, you may sense some 
heated air and odor from its 
ventilation grill. It is a normal 
phenomenon and not a product 
defect.
13. Do not place this projector in any of  the following environments.
- Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance 
from walls and free flow of air around 
the projector. 
- Locations where temperatures may  become excessively high, such as the 
inside of a car with all windows rolled 
up.
- Locations where excessive humidity,  dust, or cigarette smoke may 
contaminate optical components, 
shortening the projectors life span and 
darkening the image.
- Locations near fire alarms
- Locations with an ambient temperature  above 40°C / 104°F
- Locations where the altitudes are higher  than 3000 m (10000 feet).
14. Do not block the ventilation holes.
- Do not place this projector on a blanket,  bedding or any other soft surface.
- Do not cover this projector with a cloth  or any other item.
- Do not place inflammables near the  projector.
If the ventilation holes are seriously 
obstructed, overheating inside the 
projector may result in a fire.
15. Always place the projector on a level,  horizontal surface during operation.
- Do not use if tilted  at an angle of more 
than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle 
of more than 15 de grees front to back. 
Using the projector when it is not fully 
horizontal may cause a malfunction of, 
or damage to, the lamp. 
16. Do not stand the projector on end 
vertically. Doing so may cause the 
projector to fall over, causing injury or 
resulting in damage to the projector.
Safety Instructions (Continued)
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6 17. Do not step on the projector or place 
any objects upon it. Besides probable 
physical damage to the projector, 
doing so may result in accidents and 
possible injury.
18. Do not place liquids near or on the  projector. Liquids spilled into the 
projector may cause it to fail. If the 
projector does become wet, 
disconnect it from the power supplys 
wall socket and call BenQ to have the 
projector serviced. 
19. This product is capable of displaying  inverted images for ceiling mount 
installation. 
Use only BenQs Ceiling Mount Kit for 
mounting the projector and ensure it 
is securely installed. 
Ceiling mounting the 
projector
We want you to have a pleasant 
experience using your BenQ 
projector, so we need to bring this 
safety matter to your attention to 
prevent possible damage to person 
and property.
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 that you 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 
from the ceiling due to an improper 
attachment through the use of the 
wrong gauge or length screws.
You can purchase a BenQ projector 
ceiling mount kit from the place you 
purchased your BenQ projector. 
BenQ recommends that you also 
purchase a separate Kensington lock 
compatible security  cable and attach it 
securely to both the Kensington lock 
slot on the projector and the base of 
the ceiling mount bracket. This will 
perform the secondary role of 
restraining the projector should its 
attachment to the mounting bracket 
become loose. Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage 
in accordance with local disposal 
laws. See www.lamprecycle.org.
Safety Instructions (Continued) 
						

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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 quali ty due to its high resolution, excellent 
home theater brightness, high contrast  ratio, vivid color and rich gray-scale 
reproduction.
• Cinematic color reproduction
The projector features a precision-tuned  RGBRGB color wheel to produce realistic 
color accuracy depth and range of HDTV stan dard, ensures that movies are seen with 
lifelike colors exactly the way the director intended.
• Rich gray-scale
When viewed in a darkened environment,  the automatic gamma control provides 
excellent gray-scale display which reveals de tails in shadows and in night or darkened 
scenes.
• Intuitive H/V lens shift
The intuitive control over lens shift leve r provides flexibility in setting-up your 
projector.
• Wide variety of inputs and video formats
The projector supports a wide variety of i nputs for connection to your video and PC 
equipment, including component video, and  composite video, as well as dual HDMI, 
PC, and an output trigger for connection to automated screen and environment 
lighting systems.
• ISF certified calibration control
To reach a higher standard of performance,  the projector incorporates ISF NIGHT and 
ISF DAY mode settings in its OSD menus, which requires professional calibration 
service from authorized ISF installers.
• 3D function
To enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporti ng events in a more realistic way by 
presenting the depth of the images through HDMI. 
						

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Shipping contents
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items 
are missing, please contact your place of purchase.
Standard accessories
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your  region, and may differ from those illustrated.
*The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for 
detailed information. 
Other accessories
For below accessories, please consult yo ur dealer for detailed information. 
Batteries
Warranty cardUser manual CDQuick start guidePower cable
Remote Control
Projector
Spare lamp kit Ceiling mount kit 3D Glasses Wireless FHD Kit 
(WDP01) 
						

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Projector exterior view
1. External control panel (See Projector on page 11  for 
details.)
2. Vent (cool air intake)
3. Anti-dust cap
4. Power button
5. 3D SYNC OUT
6. HDMI-1 input jack
7. HDMI 2 / MHL dual mode port  Also can be charging connected 
MHL compatible smart device as 
long as the projector is powered on.
8. PC input jack
9. COMPONENT Y/Pb/Pr input
10. USB TYPE-A 1.5A  Used for charging the receiver box 
of the Wireless FHD Kit (WDP01) 
(optional accessory)
11. Rear IR remote sensor
12. Front adjuster foots
13. USB TYPE-B port
14. 12 V TRIGGER out jack  Used to trigger external device such 
as an electric screen or light control, 
etc. Consult your dealer for how to 
connect these devices.
15. RS-232 control port  Used to interface with a PC or 
home theater control/automation 
system.
16. VIDEO input jack
17. Indicator light (POWER,  TEMPerature, LAMP)
18. AC power cord inlet
19. AC Power Switch
20. Kensington anti-theft lock slotFront/upper side
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Rear/lower side
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10 21. Front adjuster foots
22. Ceiling mount holes
Bottom side
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