BenQ Projector MP610 User Manual

Connection 15
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 6). They are commercially available 
from electronics stores.
Connecting a computer or monitor
Connecting a computer
The projector provides a VGA input...

Connection 16
• A Mac adapter (an optional accessory) is needed if you are connecting legacy version  
Macintosh computers. 
• Many laptops do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. 
Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. 
Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the 
laptop. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your laptop’s 
documentation to find your laptop’s key...

Connection 17
Connecting Video source devices
You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the 
following output sockets:
• Component Video
•S-Video
•Video (composite)
You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above 
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...

Connection 18
Connecting a Component Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video 
output sockets available: 
• If so, you can continue with this procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
To connect the projector to a Component Video source device:
1. Take the (optional accessory) Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and 
connect the end with 3 RCA type connectors to the...

Connection 19
Connecting an S-Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket 
available: 
• If so, you can continue with this procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
To connect the projector to an S-Video source device:
1. Take the (optional accessory) S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video 
output socket of the Video source device.
2. Connect the other end of the S-Video cable...

Connection 20
Connecting a composite Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video 
output sockets available: 
• If so, you can continue with this procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
To connect the projector to an composite Video source device:
1. Take the (optional accessory) Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video 
output socket of the Video source device.
2....

Operation 21
Operation
Start up
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 on the projector lights 
orange after power has been applied.
2. Remove the lens cap. If it is left on, it could become 
deformed due to heat.
3. Press and hold (for 2 seconds) the Power button on 
the remote control or projector to start the unit. The 
Power indicator light flashes green and stays green 
when the unit is on.
The...

Operation 222. When the function is activated for the first time, 
a prompt will display on the screen. Use the Up 
5 or Down 6 button to select a number for 
each digit of the password. Use the Left 3 or 
Right4 button to move between the digits of 
the password.
3. When all digits are entered and the password is 
ready, press Auto to confirm. A confirmation message displays.
• The password will display on-screen when being input.
• IMPORTANT: Write your selected password down here in this manual so...

Operation 23 4. Check the new password.
i. Pressing Auto completes the procedure. 
ii. Press Up 5 to try again. 
iii. Press Down 6 to cancel the set-up and return to the on-screen menu.
Adjusting the height
The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These 
adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector:
1. Lift the projector up and press the 
adjuster button to release the 
adjuster. The adjuster will drop 
into position and be...

Operation 24
Correcting keystone
Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the 
top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. 
To  c o r r e c t  t h i s ,  b e s i d e s  a djusting the height of the 
projector, you will need to manually correct it following 
ONE of these steps.
1. Press 3 Left/ Right 4 on the control panel of the 
projector to display the status bar labelled Keystone. 
Press Left 3to correct keystoning...