BenQ Projector MS527E User Manual

Connection 21
Connecting a computer or monitor
Connecting a computer
The projector can connect to both IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A 
Mac adapter is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers.
To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer 
(using VGA):
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 PC signal input jack on the 
projector.
3. If you wish to make...

Connection 22output signal from MONITOR OUT jack varies depending on the input 
signal from PC jack.
• If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in 
standby mode, make sure the Standby Monitor Out function is turned 
on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu. See Standby Settings on 
page 58 for details.
Connecting Video source devices
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...

Connection 23
Connecting a HDMI source device
The projector provides a HDMI input jack that allows you to connect it to a HDMI 
source device like a DVD player, a DTV tuner or a display.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data 
transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners, DVD players and displays 
over a single cable. It provides pure digital viewing and listening experience.
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused HDMI...

Connection 24
Connecting a Component Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component 
Video output jacks 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 a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable and connect the end 
with 3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output jacks of...

Connection 25
Connecting an S-Video/composite source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video/
composite output jack available: 
• If it has both jacks, use the S-Video output jack for connection as the S-
Video terminal provides better picture quality than the Video terminal.
• If it has either of the output jack, you can also continue with this 
procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to 
the device.
To connect the...

Operation
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Operation
Starting up the projector
1. Plug the power cord into the projector and 
into a power outlet. Turn on the power 
outlet 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 possible dangers such as electric shock and fire.
• If Direct power on function is activated in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > 
Operation Settings menu, the...

Operation 27 4. If the projector is activated for the first 
time, select your OSD language following 
the on-screen instructions.
5. If you are prompted for a password, press 
the arrow keys to enter a six digit 
password. See Utilizing the password 
function on page 31 for details.
6. Switch all of the connected equipment on.
7. The projector will start to search for input 
signals. The current input signal being 
scanned displays in the screen. If the 
projector doesnt detect a valid signal, the...

Operation
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Auto-adjusting the image
In some cases, you may need to optimize the 
picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on 
the projector or 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 screen will be blank while Auto 
is functioning.
• This function is only available when PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.
Use build-in test pattern
You can adjust the image shape...

Operation 29 2. Then sharpen the image by rotating the 
focus ring.
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 correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually 
correct it following one of these steps.
• Using the remote control
Press  /  on the projector or remote 
control to display the Keystone correction...

Operation
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Using the menus
The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various 
adjustments and settings.
Below is the overview of the OSD menu.
The following example describes how to set the OSD language.
1. Press MENU/EXIT on the 
projector or remote control to turn 
the OSD menu on.3. Press  to highlight 
Language and press Enter 
to select a preferred language.
2. Use  /  to highlight the 
SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu.4. Press MENU/EXIT twice* 
on the projector or remote...