BenQ Projector MP610 User Manual

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5. Information menu
This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.
Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. 
Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen.
FUNCTIONDESCRIPTION
SourceShows the current signal source.
ResolutionShows the native resolution of the input signal.
Application 
ModeShows the selected mode in the   Picture menu.
Equivalent 
Lamp HourDisplays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
SystemShows the...

Maintenance 36
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 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. 
• Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. 
• If there is dirt or smears, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens 
cleaner...

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Lamp information
Calculation of lamp hour
When the projector is in operation, the duration (by hours) of lamp usage is automatically 
calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as 
follows:
Total (equivalent) lamp hour = hours used in Economic mode + hours used in normal 
mode
See Economic Mode (off) on page 34 for more information on Economic mode.
The lamp hour in Economic mode is calculated as 3/4 of that in normal mode. That is, using 
the...

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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...

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5. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.
6. Pull the lamp from 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 
components inside, it could cause color 
unevenness and distortion of the projected 
images....

Maintenance 4012. Restart the projector.
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 
13.Resetting the lamp counter 
Do not reset if the lamp is not replaced as this could cause 
damage. 
i. Press and hold the Exit 5 button on the 
projector for 5 seconds to display the total used 
lamp time.
ii. Press Auto on the projector or on the remote 
control to reset the lamp hour to “0”.
iii. Wait about 5 seconds to let the OSD disappear.
Temperature information
When the Temperature warning light is...

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Indicators
Illustration
•Blank - : Light OFF
•O : Orange light
• : Light flashing•R : Red light
• : Light ON•G : Green light
LightStatus & Description
PowerTe m pLamp
Power events
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Stand-by mode.
--The Power indicator lig ht is flashing during powering up.
--The projector is under normal operation.
--
1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was 
abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down 
process. Or
2. The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the 
power is...

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Thermal events
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The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start 
the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer 
for assistance.
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Maintenance 43
Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of your BenQ
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 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...

Troubleshooting 44
Troubleshooting
THE PROJECTOR DOES NOT TURN ON.
NO PICTURE
BLURRED IMAGE
REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK
CauseRemedy
There is no power from the power 
cable.Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the 
projector, and plug the power cord into the 
power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, 
make sure that it is switched on.
Attempting to turn the projector on 
again during the cooling process.Wait until the cooling down process has 
completed.
CauseRemedy
The video source is not...