BenQ Projector MP610 User Manual

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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 6). They are commercially available 
from electronics stores.
Connecting a computer or monitor
Connecting a computer
The projector provides a VGA input socket that allows you to connect it to a laptop or 
desktop computer. 
Additionally, you can also connect the projector to a computer via the USB cable so you can 
perform paging operations of the application on the PC or notebook. (see Remote paging 
operations on page 26).
To connect the projector to a laptop or desktop computer:
1. Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output socket of the 
computer.
2. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the D-SUB/COMP IN signal input socket 
on the projector.
3. If you wish to use the remote paging function (see Remote paging operations on 
page 26), take the supplied USB cable and connect the larger end to the USB port of 
the computer, and the smaller end to the USB socket on the projector.
4. Take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output 
socket of the computer, and the other end to the Audio socket of the projector.
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
Laptop or desktop computer
USB cableAudio cable
VGA cable 
						

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• 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 combination.
Connecting a monitor
If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you 
can connect the RGB signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a 
VGA cable following the instructions below:
1. Connect the projector to a computer as described in Connecting a computer on page 
15.
2. Take a suitable VGA cable (only one supplied) and connect one end of the cable to the 
D-Sub input socket of the video monitor.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the D_SUB OUT socket on the projector.
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the projector.
Laptop or desktop computer
VGA cable
VGA cable 
						

							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 source device as described below:
Best video quality
The best available video connection method is Component Video (not to be confused with 
composite Video). Digital TV tuner and DVD players output Component Video natively, so 
if available on your devices, this should be your connection method of choice in preference 
to (composite) Video.
See Connecting a Component Video source device on page 18 for how to connect the 
projector to a component video device.
Better video quality
The S-Video method provides a better quality analog video than standard composite Video. 
If you have both composite Video and S-Video output terminals on your Video source 
device, you should elect to use the S-Video option.
See Connecting an S-Video source device on page 19 for how to connect the projector to 
an S-Video device.
Least video quality
Composite Video is an analog video and will result in a perfectly acceptable, but less than 
optimal result from your projector, being the least video quality of the available methods 
described here.
See Connecting a composite Video source device on page 20 for how to connect the 
projector to a composite Video device.
Connecting Audio
The projector has a built-in mono speaker which is designed to provide basic audio 
functionality accompanying data presentations for business purposes only. It is not designed 
for, nor intended for stereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in home theatre or 
home cinema applications. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is mixed into a common 
mono audio output through the projector speaker. 
If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output 
of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector. 
The audio connections illustrated in the following sections are provided for informational 
purposes only. You need not connect audio to the projector if there is an alternate sound 
system available, or if audio is not required. 
						

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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 Component Video output sockets 
of the Video source device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the sockets; 
green to green, blue to blue; and red to red.
2. Connect the other end of the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable (with 
a D-Sub type connector) to the D-SUB/COMP IN socket on the projector.
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input 
is connected. See Connecting Audio on page 17 for details.
• Component Video is the only video output that delivers native 16:9 aspect ratio picture.
If you connect the projector to a High Definition TV (HDTV) tuner, the following standards 
are supported:
If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct 
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and 
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
• 480i • 480p
• 576i • 576p
• 720p (50/ 60 Hz) • 1080i (50/ 60 Hz)
A/V device
Component Video to 
VGA (D-Sub) adaptor 
cable Audio cables 
						

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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 to the S-VIDEO socket on the projector.
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input 
is connected. See Connecting Audio on page 17 for details.
• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the 
correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on 
and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected 
correctly.
• If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and this 
S-Video source device using Component Video connections, you need not connect to 
this device using an S-Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second 
connection of poorer picture quality. See Connecting Video source devices on page 17 
for details.
A/V device
S-Video cable Audio cables 
						

							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. Connect the other end of the Video cable to the VIDEO socket on the projector.
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
• The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input 
is connected. See Connecting Audio on page 17 for details.
• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the 
correct video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on 
and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected 
correctly.
• You need only connect to this device using a composite Video connection if Component 
Video and S-Video inputs are unavailable for use. See Connecting Video source 
devices on page 17 for details.
A/V device
Video cable Audio cables 
						

							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 start up procedure takes about 30 seconds after 
pressing Power. In the later stage of start up, a default 
BenQ logo is projected.
4. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow 
buttons to select the four password digits, then press 
Auto. For information about the password function, 
refer to Utilizing the password function on page 21.
5. Switch all of the connected equipment on.
6. The projector will start to search for input signals. The current input source being 
scanned displays at the center of the screen. The search will continue until an input 
source signal is detected.
You can also press Source on the projector or remote control to select your desired 
input signal. For more information, please refer to Switching input signal on page 
25.
If the frequency/ resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector’s operating range, you 
will see the message “Out of Range” displayed on a blank screen.
Utilizing the password function
For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an 
option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the on-screen 
menu. For details of the on-screen menu operation, please refer to Using the menus on 
page 28 for information.
WARNING: You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and 
subsequently forget the password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the password 
you used in this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall.
To set a password:
CAUTION: Once a password has been set, the projector cannot be used unless the correct 
password is entered every time the projector is started.
1. Open the on-screen menu and go to  Setting > Password. Select On by pressing 
Left 3or Right4. 
						

							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 that it is 
available to you should you ever forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __
Keep this manual in a safe place.
4. Perform one of the following 3 steps.
i. Press Auto to continue. The set-up is finished when the message “Password setup 
completed” displays.
ii. Press Up 5 to go back to the 
previous screen and re-enter four 
digits.
iii. Press Down 6 to cancel the 
password set-up and return to the on-screen menu.
If you forget the password:
You will be asked to enter the four digit password every time you turn on the projector. If 
you enter the wrong password, the password error message displays. You can retry by 
turning off the projector (by pressing Power) and start again, or if you did not record the 
password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use the password 
recall procedure.
To enter the password recall procedure:
Press and hold Right4 for 5 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the 
screen. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You may be 
required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized 
user of the projector.
To change the password:
1. Open the on-screen menu and go to  Setting > Change Password.
2. Press Left 3 or Right4. A “Password Change” message displays.
3. Enter the old password.
i. If the password is correct, you can go on to enter new password.
IMPORTANT: Write your selected password down here in this manual so that it is available to 
you should you ever forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __
Keep this manual in a safe place.
ii. If the password is incorrect, a “Password Error” message displays. Press Up 5 to 
try again or press Down 6 to cancel.
Password Setup
Enter Password  
Press Auto to Confirm
Press 5 or 6 to change number
Press 3 or 4to move
0000
Password Setup
Do you want to use 0 0 0 0 as your password?
Yes  Auto       No 5       Cancel 6 
						

							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 locked.
Do not look into the lens while the lamp is 
on. The strong light from the lamp may 
cause damage to your eyes.
2. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine 
tune the horizontal angle.
To retract the foot, hold up the projector while pressing the front adjuster button, then 
slowly lower the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse direction.
If the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image 
becomes vertically trapezoidal. To correct this situation, adjust the value of Keystone in the 
Picture menu, on the projector control panel, or on the remote control.
Auto-adjusting the image
In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture 
quality. To do this, press Auto on the control panel of the 
projector or on the remote control. Within 3 seconds, 
the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will 
re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide 
the best picture quality. 
The current source information will be displayed at the 
bottom right of the screen for 3 seconds. 
The screen will be blank while Auto is functioning.
Fine-tuning the image size and clarity
1. Adjust the projected image to the size 
that you need using the zoom ring. 2. Then sharpen the image by rotating 
the focus ring.  
						

							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 at the top of the 
image. Press Right4 to correct keystoning at the 
bottom of the image.
2. Press /  on the remote control to display the 
status bar labelled Keystone, then press  to correct 
keystoning at the top of the image or press   to 
correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.
3. Press 6 Menu on the projector or Menu on the remote control. Go to 
 Picture 
--> Ke ystone and adjust the values by pressing Left 3/ Right 4 on the projector or Left 3/ 
Right 4on the remote control.
For example, 
0Keystone-6Keystone
0Keystone+6Keystone
1. Press Left 3 on the projector or
2. Press  on the remote control or
3. Press Left 3on the projector or 3 on the 
remote control when you are in Picture --> 
Keystone menu.
1. Press Right 4 on the projector or
2. Press  on the remote control or
3. Press Right
 4 on the projector or 4 on 
the remote control when you are in Picture -
-> Keystone menu.