BenQ Projector PE5120 User Manual

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  Using the on-screen display menus *About color temperatures:
There are many different shades that are considered to be “white” for various purposes. One of the 
common methods of representing white color is known as the “color temperature”. A white color with a 
low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a high color temperature appears 
to have more blue in it.
Pro-picture menu
Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input ports are in use. Unavailable adjust-
ments are not shown on the screen. Refer to page 19 for functions avaiable for each signal type.
1.Aspect Ratio: There are three aspect ratio settings, 16:9, 4:3 and Real.
2.H Position: Adjusts the horizontal position of the projected image. 
3.V Position: Adjusts the vertical position of the projected image. 
4.Phase: This function allows you to adjust the clock phase to reduce 
image distortion.
5.H. Size: Adjusts the horizontal width of the image.
Setting menu
1.Language: Sets the language for the OSD control menus.
2.Mirror: The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. 
Contact your dealer for the ceiling mount bracket (optional accessory) if you need to install the projector 
on your ceiling. Refer to page 11 for more information.
3.Ke ystone: Corrects any keystoning of the image. Refer to page 16 for more information.
4.OSD Time: Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last button press. The range is 
from 5 to 100 seconds.
5.Reset: Returns all settings to the factory preset values.
Advance menu
1.Source Scan: Sets whether the projector searches automatically for input signals. If the source scan is on, 
the projector will scan for input signals until it acquires a signal. If the function is not activated, the 
projector selects the last input signal.
2.User Logo: Enables the user to select which logo screen will appear during projector start-up. Three 
modes are available: Default (BenQ logo), black screen or blue screen.
Information menu
This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.
1.Source: Shows the current signal source.
2.Resolution: Shows the native resolution of the input signal.
3.System: Shows the Video input system format, NTSC, SECAM or PAL.
4.Preset Mode: Shows the selected mode in   Picture menu.
5.Lamp Hour: Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
6.Color Temp: Shows the selected color temperature. 
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Additional information
Care of the projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you have to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. 
Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts needs replacing.
Cleaning the lens
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Before you attempt to clean the lens, turn the 
projector off, unplug the power cord, and leave it several minutes to cool completely.
Q Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. (Available from building hardware or 
photographic suppliers.)
Q If there is stubborn dirt or smudge marks, use a proper photographic lens brush or moisten a 
clean soft lens cloth with lens cleaner to gently wipe the lens surface.
Never touch the lens with your finger or rub the lens with abrasive materials. Even paper towels can 
damage the lens coating. Only ever use a proper photographic lens brush, cloth, and cleaning solution. Do 
not attempt to clean the lens whilst the projector is switched on or is still hot from previous use.
Cleaning the projector case
Before you attempt to clean the case, turn the projector off, unplug the power cord, and leave it several minutes 
to cool completely.
Q To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.
Q To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent. Then 
wipe the case.
Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.
Storing the projector
If you need to store the projector for an extended time, please:
Q Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range 
for the projector. Please refer to the Spec. page in this manual or consult your dealer about the 
range.
Q Retract the adjuster feet.
Q Remove the batteries from the remote control.
Q Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent.
Transporting the projector
It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent. When you carry the 
projector yourself, please use the provided soft carry case.
Replacing the lamp 
(contact your BenQ dealer for assistance)
The lamp mat be very hot. Allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp.
This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a 
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  Additional information
1. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the wall 
socket. Turn off all connected equipment and disconnect all 
other cables.
2. After it has cooled down, turn the projector over. Then loosen 
the screws and remove the lamp cover as indicated in the picture.
3. Move the latch to another end as shown in the picture.
4. Loosen the screw that holds the lamp to the projector. If the screw 
is not loosened completely, they could injure your fingers. It is 
strongly recommended that you use a magnetic-head screwdriver 
to retain the screw should it come loose.
5.  Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the handle to slowly pull 
the lamp out of the projector.
Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter 
broken glass in the projector. To reduce the risk of injuries to 
fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when 
removing lamp glass that has shattered.
Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, 
children can reach it, near or above heat sources, 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.
6. Insert a new lamp. Make sure the handle is fully locked, move the 
latch back,  and tighten the screw firmly.
Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in 
malfunction.
Do not over tighten the screw.
7. Re-install the lamp cover and tighten the screw. Do not turn the 
power on with the lamp cover removed. Whenever the lamp is 
replaced, reset the total lamp operation time. Do not reset if the 
lamp is not replaced as this could cause damage. 
8.Resetting the lamp counter 
i. When the projector is next started, 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 close. 
						

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Indicator lights
There are three indicator lights which show the status of the projector. Refer to the following table for description 
of indicator light operation. If they indicate that something is wrong, note the light status, turn the projector off 
and contact your dealer. 
When the projector is in a normal state ... 
When the projector is in an abnormal state ... 
Service information
Accessories 
POWER TEMP LAMP STATE REMARK
Orange
Off OffStandby mode.
Flashing 
GreenThe projector is powering up. Cannot turn the projector off.
GreenThe projector is under normal 
operation.
Flashing 
Orange(1) The projector needs 110 
seconds to cool down as it 
was abnormally shut down 
without the normal cooling 
down process. Or
(2) The projector needs to cool 
for 110 seconds after the 
power is turned off.Cannot turn the projector on.
POWER TEMP LAMP STATE REMARK
Off Off Red(1) The projector needs 110 
seconds to cool down. Or
(2) Please contact your dealer 
for assistance.
Off Red OffThe projector has shutdown 
automatically.If you try to re-start the 
projector, it will shutdown 
again. Please contact your 
dealer for assistance.
Off Red GreenThe projector has shutdown 
automatically.If you try to re-start the 
projector, it will shutdown 
again. Please contact your 
dealer for assistance.
Off Red OrangeThe projector has shutdown 
automatically.If you try to re-start the 
projector, it will shutdown 
again. Please contact your 
dealer for assistance.
Description ........................................ Part Number Description  ....................................... Part Number
Power  cord  (US) ...............................  27.01818.000                                  Power  cord  (Japan) ...........................  27.03518.151
Power cord (EU) ................................ 27.82718.281 S-Video cable ....................................  50.72920.011
Power cord (UK) ..............................  27.01018.000 Video cable .........................................  50.J1303.501 
						

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  Additional information
Optional accessories
Ordering spare parts or getting information
For product information, product assistance, service information, or to order accessories, please visit the BenQ 
Corporation website at http://www.BenQ.com
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Troubleshooting
Power cord (Switzlerland) ................  27.01218.051 Soft carry case..................................... 47.J9904.001
Power cord (Australia)......................  27.01343.001 Remote control................................... 56.26J98.001
Description of parts .......................... Part  number  Description of parts .......................... Part  number 
200W lamp module ......................... 59.J9901.CG1 DVI-D cable ........................................50.J5702.501
Ceiling mount kit ..............................  60.J7683.001
ProblemCauseRemedy
The projector 
does not turn on.
There is no power from the power 
cable.Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on 
the rear of 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.
The lamp cover is not securely 
attached.Correctly attach the lamp cover.
No picture.
The video source is not turned on 
or connected correctly.Turn the video source on and check that 
the signal cable is connected correctly.
The projector is not correctly 
connected to the input source 
device.Check the connection.
The input signal has not been 
correctly selected.Select the correct input signal with the 
Input buttons on the remote control or 
Source on the projector.
The lens cap is still attached to the 
lens.Remove the lens cap.
Image is 
unstable.The connection cables are not 
securely connected to the 
projector or the signal source.Correctly connect the cables to the 
appropriate terminals.
Picture is 
blurred.
The projection lens is not correctly 
focused.Adjust the focus of the lens using the 
focus ring.
The projector and the screen are 
not aligned properly.Adjust the projection angle and direction 
as well as the height of the projector if 
necessary.
The lens cap is still attached to the 
lensRemove the lens cap.
Remote control 
does not work 
correctly
The batteries are out of power. Replace both of the batteries with new 
ones.
There is an obstacle between the 
remote control and the projector.Remove the obstacle.
You are too far away from the 
projector.Stand within 6 meters (19.5 feet) of the 
projector. 
						

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Specifications
All specifications are subject to change without notice. 
Dimensions 
Unit: mm
Optical characteristics
Projection systemSingle-chip DLPTM system.
DMD chip0.53” DMD 480P (854 x 480)
Lens1.22-times zoom ratio, F/# 2.4 - 2.6, f= 24.0 - 29.1 mm
Projection size31 to 300 inches
Lamp200W lamp
Electrical characteristics
Color systemNTSC / PAL-M / PAL-N / PAL 60 / SECAM
ResolutionSXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA, Macintosh®, 
HDTV (1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i, 480p, 480i)
Max. number of display colors16,770,000 colors (full color display)
Input terminal
DVI-I (DVI-A / DVI-D)
Component
RCA jack x 3
S-VideoMini DIN 4-pin port  x 1
Composite VideoRCA jack x 1
Output terminal
USB
General characteristics
Dimensions262 mm x 99 mm x 216 mm (W x H x D)
We i g h t6.4 lbs / 2.9 kg
PowerVAC 100 - 240V, 3.2A, 50 / 60 Hz (Automatic)
Power consumption285 W (Max)
Operating temperature0°C - 40°C at sea level
Operating humidity10% - 90% (without condensation)
Operating altitude6000 feet at 30°C, 6000 - 10000 feet at max. 23°C
Storage temperature-10°C - 60°C / 14°F - 140°F
Storage humidity10% - 90%