BenQ Projector SU931 User Manual
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51 Using the projector English Main menuSub-menuOptions Display Wall ColorOff/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/Blue/ Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/16:9/16:10 Overscan Adjustment 0/1/2/3 2D Keystone H: -30 ~ 0 ~ 30/ V: -30 ~ 0 ~ 30 Corner FitTop Left/Top Right/Bottom Left/ Bottom Right 3D3D ModeAuto/Off/Frame Sequential/Frame Packing/Top-Bottom/Side-by-Side 3D Sync Invert Disable/Invert Save 3D Settings3D Settings 1/3D Settings 2/ 3D Settings 3 Apply 3D Settings3D Settings 1/3D Settings 2/ 3D Settings 3/Off Teaching TemplateBlackboard Off/Letter Formation/Worksheet/Coordinate Chart Whiteboard Off/Letter Formation/Worksheet/Coordinate Chart Source Quick Search On/Off HDMI Setting HDMI Format Auto/Full/Limit Audio SettingsMute On/Off Volume 0 ~ 5 ~ 10 Microphone Volume 0 ~ 5 ~ 10 Power On/Off Ring To n eOn/Off Position H: -10 ~ 0 ~ 10/ V: -10 ~ 0 ~ 10 Phase 0 ~ Auto ~ 31 H. Size -15 ~ 0 ~ 15 System Setup: Basic Language Projector InstallationFront/Rear/Rear Ceiling/Front Ceiling Menu SettingsMenu Display Time 5 sec/10 sec/20 sec/30 sec/Always Menu PositionCenter/Top-Left/Top-Right/Bottom- Right/Bottom-Left Reminder Message On/Off Operation SettingsDirect Power On On/Off Signal Power On On/Off Auto Power OffDisable/3 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/30 min Blank TimerDisable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/30 min Sleep TimerDisable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/8 hr/ 12 hr Remote Receiver Front/Rear/Front+Rear/Off Panel Key Lock On/Off Background Color BenQ/Black/Blue/Purple Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue Test Pattern On/Off
52 Using the projector English Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected, limited menu items are accessible. Main menuSub-menuOptions System Setup: Advanced High Altitude On/Off Lamp SettingsLamp Mode Normal/Economic Reset Lamp Timer Reset/Cancel Lamp TimerLamp Usage Time Normal Mode Economic Mode Equivalent Lamp Hour Security SettingsPower On Lock On/Off Change Password Baud Rate2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/38400/ 57600/115200 Closed CaptionClosed Caption EnableOn/Off Caption Version CC1 / CC2 / CC3 / CC4 Standby SettingsNetworkEnable Network Standby ModeOn/Off Auto Disable Network Standby ModeNever/20 min/1 hr/3 hr/6 hr Monitor Out On/Off Audio Pass ThroughOff/Audio In/Audio L/R/HDMI-1/MHL/ HDMI-2 MHL Charging On/Off Network SettingsWired LANStatus/DHCP/IP Address/Subnet Mask/Default Gateway/DNS Server/ Apply AMX Device DiscoveryOn/Off MAC Address Reset All Settings Reset / Cancel Information Source Picture Mode Lamp Mode Resolution 3D Format Color System Lamp Usage Time Firmware Version
53 Using the projector EnglishPicture menu Picture menu (Advanced) FunctionDescription Picture Mode Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector picture set-up to suit your program type. See Selecting a preset mode on page 30 for details. Reference Mode Selects a preset mode that most suits your need for the picture quality and further fine-tune the picture based on the selections listed below. See Setting the User 1/User 2 mode on page 32 for details. BrightnessAdjusts the brightness of the picture. See Adjusting Brightness on page 33 for details. ContrastAdjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the picture. See Adjusting Contrast on page 33 for details. ColorAdjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video picture. See Adjusting Color on page 33 for details. TintAdjusts the red and green color tones of the picture. See Adjusting Tint on page 33 for details. SharpnessAdjusts the picture to make it look sharper or softer. See Adjusting Sharpness on page 33 for details. Reset Picture SettingsReturns all settings in the Picture menu to the factory preset values. See Resetting the picture mode on page 32 for details. Rename User ModeRenames User 1 or User 2. See Renaming user modes on page 32 for details. FunctionDescription Black Level Sets the picture grayscale as 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE. See Setting Black Level on page 34 for details. Noise ReductionAdjusts the picture quality. See Setting Noise Reduction on page 34 for details. Color TemperatureThere are several color temperature settings available. See Selecting a color temperature* on page 34 for details. Color Temperature Fine TuningSee Setting a preferred color temperature on page 35 for details. 3D Color ManagementSee Color Management on page 35 for details. Gamma SelectionSee Selecting a Gamma setting on page 36 for details. Brilliant ColorSee Adjusting Brilliant Color on page 36 for details.
54 Using the projector EnglishDisplay menu FunctionDescription Wall Color Corrects the projected picture color when the projection surface is not white. See Setting a wall color on page 39 for details. Aspect RatioThere are several options to set the aspect ratio depending on your input source. See Selecting the aspect ratio on page 37 for details. Overscan Adjustment Conceals the poor picture quality in the four edges. You can also manually press / to decide how much to be concealed. Setting 0 means the picture is 100% displayed. The greater the value, the more portion of the picture is concealed while the screen remains filled and geometrically accurate. 2D KeystoneCorrects any keystoning of the picture. See Correcting picture distortion on page 28 for details. Corner Fit Adjusts one of the four corners separately to make sure the projected image is straight. See Using Corner Fit function on page 29 for details. Upon adjusting Corner Fit, if you adjust the aspect ratio or overscan, Corner Fit will be resetted. 3D This projector supports playing three-dimensional (3D) content transferred through your 3D-compatible video devices and contents, such as game consoles (with 3D game discs), 3D Blu-ray players (with 3D Blu-ray discs), 3D TV (with 3D channel), and so on. After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector, wear the BenQ 3D glasses and make sure the power is on to view 3D contents. When watching 3D contents: • The image may seem misplaced, however, this is not a product malfunction. • Take appropriate breaks when watching 3D content. • Stop watching 3D content if you feel fatigue or discomfort. • Keep a distance from the screen of about three times the effective height of the screen when watching 3D content. • Children and people with a history of oversensitivity to light, heart problems, or have any other existing medical condition should be refrained from watching 3D content. The default setting is Auto and the projector automatically chooses an appropriate 3D format when detecting 3D contents. If the projector cannot recognize the 3D format, manually choose a 3D mode according to your preference. When this function is enabled: • The brightness level of the projected image decreases. • The Picture Mode cannot be adjusted. • The 2D Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees. The function is accessible through the remote control. Teaching TemplateSee Using the teaching templates on page 42 for details.
55 Using the projector EnglishSource menu FunctionDescription Quick Search Allows the projector to search automatically for input sources. If the source scan is On, the projector will scan for input sources until it acquires a signal. If the function is not activated, the projector selects the last used input source. HDMI Format Selects an input source type for the HDMI signal. Auto is the default and recommended setting. You can also manually select the source type. The different source types carry different standards for the brightness level. This function is only available when the HDMI signal is selected. Audio SettingsSee Adjusting the sound on page 40 for details. Po s i t i o n Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected picture, use the directional arrow keys. The values shown on the lower position of the page change with every key press you made until they reach their maximum or minimum. They will return to their factory preset values whenever the projector is re-started. This function is only available when the Component or PC signal is selected. Phase Adjusts the clock phase to reduce picture distortion. This function is only available when the Component or PC signal is selected. H. Size Adjusts the horizontal width of the picture. This function is only available when the Component or PC signal is selected.
56 Using the projector EnglishSystem Setup: Basic menu FunctionDescription Language Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See Using the menus on page 23 for details. Projector InstallationThe projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See Choosing a location on page 12 for details. Menu Settings Menu Display Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments. Menu Position Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position. Reminder Message Sets whether to display the OSD messages about the status of detecting signals. Operation Settings Direct Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing the POWER key on the projector or ON on the remote control when the projector is plugged in. Signal Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing the POWER key on the projector or ON on the remote control when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable. Auto Power Off Prevents unnecessary projection when no signal is detected for a long time. See Setting Auto Power Off on page 61 for details. Blank Timer Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated, once elapsed the image will return to the screen. See Hiding the image on page 39 for details. Sleep Timer Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between 30 minutes and 12 hours. Remote ReceiverAllows you to choose to activate the Front, Rear, or Front+Rear remote control IR sensors. Panel Key LockDisable or enables all panel key functions except POWER on the projector and keys on remote control. See Locking control keys on page 39 for details. Background ColorAllows you to choose the color of the background screen that will be displayed when there is no input source detected. Splash ScreenAllows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start- up. You can choose BenQ logo screen, Blue screen or Black screen. Te s t P a t t e r n See Using the test pattern on page 41 for details. The function is only available when the projector detects no input signal. IIII IIII
57 Using the projector EnglishSystem Setup: Advanced menu FunctionDescription High Altitude A mode for operation in areas like high altitude or high temperature. See Operating in a high altitude environment on page 48 for details. Lamp Settings Lamp Mode Selects the projector lamp power among Normal and Economic modes. See Setting the lamp mode on page 43 for details. Reset Lamp Timer Once the lamp is renewed, select Reset to return the lamp timer to 0. See Resetting the lamp timer on page 65 for details. Lamp Timer Shows the lamp hour information. See Getting to know the lamp hour on page 61 for details. Security Settings Password / Power On Lock Limits use of the projector to only those who know the correct password. See Utilizing the password function on page 24 for details. Change Password You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one. See Changing the password on page 26 for details. Baud Rate Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel. Closed Caption Closed Caption Enable Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions. • Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as CC in TV listings). Caption Version Selects a preferred closed captioning mode. To view captions, select CC1, CC2, CC3, or CC4 (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area). These functions are only available when the Video signal is selected.
58 Using the projector English Standby Settings Network Selecting On enables the function. The projector is able to provide the network function when it is in standby mode. Monitor Out Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the PC jack is correctly connected to devices. See Connecting a monitor on page 20 for how to make the connection. Audio Pass Through Press / to choose the source that you wish to use in operation mode. See Connecting to video equipment on page 17 for how to make the connection. When corresponding jacks are correctly connected to the device, the projector can output an audio signal to the external speaker when it is in standby mode. The built-in speaker(s) will be muted in standby mode. Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption. Network SettingsWired LANSee Controlling the projector through a Wired LAN environment on page 44 for details. Reset All Settings Returns all settings to the factory preset values. The following settings will still remain: names of user modes, 2D Keystone, Corner Fit, 3D Sync Invert, Save 3D Settings, Apply 3D Settings, Language, Projector Installation, High Altitude, and Password.
59 Using the projector EnglishInformation 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 Source Shows the current signal source. Picture ModeShows the selected mode in the Picture > Picture Mode menu. Lamp ModeShows the selected lamp mode in the System Setup: Advanced > Lamp Mode menu. ResolutionShows the native resolution of the input signal. 3D FormatShows the current 3D mode. Only available when 3D mode is enabled Color SystemShows input system format. Lamp Usage TimeShows the total lamp time used. Firmware VersionShows the current firmware version
60 Additional information English 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 or local customer service center if the projector fails to operate as expected. 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 cable, and leave it several minutes to cool completely. 1. Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. (Available from building hardware or photographic suppliers.) 2. 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. 3. Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to the projector surface and cabinet material. 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 while the projector is switched on or is still hot from previous use. Be sure to turn off the projector and let it cool down completely before cleaning the lens. Cleaning the projector case Before you attempt to clean the case, turn the projector off, unplug the power cable, and leave it several minutes to cool completely. 1. To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. 2. 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: 1. 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. 2. Retract the adjuster feet. 3. Remove the batteries from the remote control. 4. 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.