BenQ Sh940 Digital Projector User Manual

  11
  Overview
EnglishRemote control
1.Power ON/OFF
Toggles the projector between standby mode 
and on.
2. Source selection keys
Selects an input source for display.
3. MENU/EXIT
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 
Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and 
saves menu settings.
4. Arrow/Keystone keys (Left  / , Up /
, Right  /, Down/)
Moves the current On-Screen Display (OSD) 
menu selection in the direction of the arrow 
being pressed when the OSD menu is activated.
Manually corrects distorted...

12 Positioning your projector  
EnglishPositioning your projector
Choosing a location
Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations.
Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into 
consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the 
location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment.
*To set the projector position:
1. Press...

  13
  Positioning your projector
EnglishObtaining a preferred projected image size
The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors 
in the projected image size.
This projector is equipped with a movable lens. See Shifting the projection lens on page 16 for details. 
You can see the diagrams on pages 14 and 15 for the vertical offset values in the dimension tables that are 
measured when the lens is shifted fully up or down.
If you are using a...

14 Positioning your projector  
EnglishProjection dimensions
Installation for a 16:9 ratio screen
 The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is 16:9
The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements. Only the 
recommended screen sizes are listed. If your screen size is not in the table above, please contact your dealer 
for assistance.
Screen dimensionsProjection distance  [cm]
Lowest/Highest 
lens position 
 [cm]Diagonal

[inch 
(mm)]Height...

  15
  Positioning your projector
EnglishInstallation for a 4:3 ratio screen
The illustrations and table below are provided for those users who already have 4:3 aspect ratio screens 
or intend to purchase 4:3 aspect ratio screens to view 16:9 ratio projected images.
 The screen aspect ratio is 4:3 and the projected picture is 16:9
The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements. Only the 
recommended screen sizes are listed. If your screen size is not in the...

16 Positioning your projector  
EnglishShifting the projection lens
The lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector. It allows the projector to be 
positioned off the center of the screen.
The lens shift is expressed as a percentage of the projected image height or width. It is measured as an 
offset from the projected image’s vertical or horizontal center. You can use the lever to shift the 
projection lens in any direction within the allowable range depending on your desired...

  17
  Connecting with video equipment
EnglishConnecting with video 
equipment
You can connect the projector to any type of video e quipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, digital tuner, 
cable or satellite decoder, video ga me console or digital camera. You can also connect  it to a desktop or 
laptop PC or Apple Macintosh system. You need only  connect the projector to a source device using just 
one of the connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method you...

18 Connecting with video equipment  
EnglishConnecting component-video/RGB devices
Connect your RGB source (DVD player or HD set top box) to the RBGHV inputs. You can also use a 
BNC- type component cable to connect your video devices. The audio connections are provided for 
informational purposes only. You can also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier.
Connecting video devices
You need only connect a composite Video cable from the same device. The audio connections are...

  19
  Connecting with video equipment
EnglishConnecting a computer
Connect the projector to a computer with a VGA cable or a DB15HD-to-5 x BNC cable. 
Many laptops do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key 
combination 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 laptops...

20 Using the projector  
EnglishUsing the projector
Preparations
1. Plug in and turn all of the connected equipment on.
2. If not already in, plug the supplied power cable into the AC inlet 
on the rear of the projector.
3. Plug the power cable into a wall power outlet and turn the wall 
switch on.
Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cable) only with the 
device to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire.
Turning the projector on
Follow the steps below.
1. Make sure the Power...