BenQ Projector SH963 User Manual

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  Using the projector
EnglishSelecting an input source
The projector can be connected to multiple equipment at the same 
time. When the projector is first turned on, it will attempt to 
reconnect with the input source which was in use when the projector 
was last shut down.
To select the video source:
•  Using the remote control or projector
Press one of the Source keys on the remote control, or press SOURCE 
repeatedly until your desired signal is selected.
•  Using the OSD menu
1. Press MENU/EXIT...

22 Using the projector  
EnglishUsing the menus
The projector is equipped with multilingual On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various 
adjustments and settings.
Below is the overview of the OSD menu.
To use the OSD menus, please set the OSD menu to your familiar language.
Securing the projector
Using a security cable lock
The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a lock, such as the 
Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington...

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  Using the projector
EnglishUtilizing 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 Display (OSD) menu. Once the 
password is set and this function is selected, the projector is password-protected. Users who do not 
know the correct password can not use the projector.
You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and...

24 Using the projector  
EnglishEntering the password recall procedure
1. Make sure the Input Password page is displayed on screen. Press 
MODE. The projector will display a coded number on the screen.
2. Write down the number and turn off your projector.
3. 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.
Changing the password
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /...

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  Using the projector
EnglishAdjusting the projected image
Adjusting the projection angle 
There are four adjuster feet on the bottom of the projector. These can 
be used if necessary to change the projection angle. Screw the feet in or 
out as appropriate to aim and level the projection angle.
If the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the 
projected image becomes vertical trapezoidal. To correct this problem, see 
Correcting picture distortion on page 26 for details....

26 Using the projector  
EnglishCorrecting picture distortion
Keystoning occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen and is where the projected 
picture displays visible as a trapezoid shape like either of the following:
•  Two parallel sides (left and right, or top and bottom) but is noticeably wider on either side.
•  No parallel sides.
To correct the picture’s shape, you can perform the following steps.
1. Adjust the projection angle. Move the projector to be in front of the center of...

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  Using the projector
EnglishUsing the preset and user modes
Selecting a preset mode
The projector is preset with several pre-defined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your 
operating environment and input source picture type.
To select a picture mode that suits your need:
• Press MODE repeatedly until your desired mode is selected.
•  Using the OSD menu
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the Picture -- 
Basic menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight Picture Mode.
3....

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EnglishSetting the User 1/User 2 mode
There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. 
You can use one of the picture modes (except the selected User mode) as a starting point and customize 
the settings.
1. In the Picture -- Basic menu, highlight Picture Mode and press  /  to select User 1 or User 2 
mode.
2. Press  to highlight Load Settings From.
This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up...

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  Using the projector
EnglishFine-tuning the picture quality
No matter what picture mode you have selected, you are able to fine-tune those settings to fit every 
presentation purpose. Those adjustments will be saved to the preset mode you are at when you exit the 
OSD menu.
Adjusting Brightness
Highlight Brightness in the Picture -- Basic menu and 
adjust the values by pressing  /  on the projector or 
remote control.
The higher the value, the brighter the picture. And the 
lower the setting, the...

30 Using the projector  
EnglishAdvanced picture quality controls
There are more advanced functions in the Picture -- Advanced menu to be adjusted to your 
preference. To save the settings, just press MENU/EXIT to leave the OSD menu.
Setting Black Level
Highlight Black Level and press  /  on the projector or remote control to select 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE.
The grayscale video signal is measured in IRE units. In some areas which use NTSC TV standard, the 
grayscale is measured from 7.5 IRE (black) to 100 IRE...