BenQ Sp920 Digital Projector User Manual

							  21
  Connection
EnglishConnecting a Component Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output sockets 
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:
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:• With a Component Video cable: • With a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) 
adaptor cable:
1. Take a Component Video cable and connect the 
end with 3 RCA type connectors to the 
Component Video output sockets of the Video 
source device. Match the color of the plugs to the 
color of the sockets; green to green, blue to blue, 
and red to red.
2. Connect the other end with 3 RCA type 
connectors to the COMPONENT sockets of the 
projector. Match the color of the plugs to the 
color of the sockets; green to green, blue to blue, 
and red to red.
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed 
mono) speakers in your presentations, take a 
suitable audio cable and connect one end of the 
cable to the audio output socket of the device, and 
the other end to the AUDIO socket of the 
projector. 
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by 
the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. 
See Audio Settings on page 44 for details.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 
sockets of the Video source device. Match the 
color of the plugs to the color of the sockets; green 
to green, blue to blue, and red to red.
2. Connect the other end of the Component Video 
to VGA (D-Sub) adaptor cable (with a D-Sub 
type connector) to the D-SUB/COMP. IN socket 
on the projector.
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed 
mono) speakers in your presentations, take a 
suitable audio cable and connect one end of the 
cable to the audio output socket of the device, and 
the other end to the AUDIO socket of the 
projector.
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by 
the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. 
See Audio Settings on page 44 for details.
Audio 
cableAV device
Component 
Video cable• The projector is only capable 
of playing mixed mono 
audio, even if a stereo audio 
input is connected. See 
Connecting Audio on page 
18 for details.
• If the selected video image is 
not displayed after the 
projector is turned on and 
the correct video source has 
been selected, check that the 
Video source device is 
turned on and operating 
correctly. Also check that the 
signal cables have been 
connected correctly.3
11
Component 
Video to VGA 
(D-Sub) adaptor 
cableor 
						

							22 Connection  
EnglishConnecting an S-Video or a composite Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video or Video output socket available: 
• If it has both sockets, use the S-Video output socket for connection as the S-Video terminal provides better 
picture quality than the Video terminal. See Connecting Video source devices on page 18 for details.
• If it has either of the output socket, you can also continue with this procedure.
• If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and the video source 
device, you need not connect to this device again using an S-Video or composite Video connection as this 
makes an unnecessary second connection of poorer picture quality. You need only connect using a 
composite Video connection if both Component Video and S-Video are not supplied on the video source 
device (for example, with some analog video cameras).
To connect the projector to an S-Video/Video source device:
1. Take an S-Video/Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video/Video output socket of the Video source 
device.
2. Connect the other end of the S-Video/Video cable to the S-VIDEO/VIDEO socket on the projector.
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speakers in your presentations, take a suitable audio 
cable and connect one end of the cable to the audio output socket of the device, and the other end to the 
AUDIO socket of the projector. 
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See Audio 
Settings on page 44 for details.
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram:
AV device
1. Video cable
1. S-Video cable
3. Audio cable
• The projector is only 
capable of playing mixed 
mono audio, even if a 
stereo audio input is 
connected. See 
Connecting Audio on 
page 18 for details.
• If the selected video image 
is not displayed after the 
projector is turned on and 
the correct video source 
has been selected, check 
that the Video source 
device is turned on and 
operating correctly. Also 
check that the signal cable
s
have been connected 
correctly.
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							  23
  Operation
EnglishOperation
Starting up the projector
1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. 
Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted).
2. Press Power on the projector or remote control to start the 
projector. As soon as the lamp lights up, a Power On Tone will 
be heard. The POWER indicator light flashes green and stays 
green when the projector is on.
The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds. In the later stage 
of start up, a startup logo is projected.
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image 
clearness.
To turn of the ring tone, see Turning off the Power on/off ring 
tone on page 38 for details.
3. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to 
enter a six digit password. See Utilizing the password function 
on page 25 for details.
4. Switch all of the connected equipment on.
5. The projector will start to search for input signals. The current 
input signal being scanned displays in the upper left corner of 
the screen. If the projector doesnt detect a valid signal, the No 
Signal message will continue displaying until an input signal is 
found.
You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control 
to select your desired input signal. See Switching input signal 
on page 27 for details.
For safety reasons, use a 15A 
extension cord if needed.
If the projector is still hot from 
previous activity, it will run the 
cooling fans for approximately 
90 seconds before energizing the 
lamp.
II
If the frequency/resolution of 
the input signal exceeds the 
projectors operating range, you 
will see the message Out of 
Range displayed on a blank 
screen. Please change to an 
input signal which is compatible 
with the projectors resolution 
or set the input signal to a lower 
setting. See Timing chart on 
page 53 for details.If the frequency/resolution of 
the input signal exceeds the 
projectors operating range, you 
will see the message Out of 
Range displayed on a blank 
screen. Please change to an 
input signal which is compatible 
with the projectors resolution 
or set the input signal to a lower 
setting. See Timing chart on 
page 53 for details.
To maintain the lamp life, once 
you turn the projector on, wait 
at least 5 minutes before turing 
if off. 
						

							24 Operation  
EnglishUsing the On-Screen Display (OSD) 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.
To use the OSD menus, please set the OSD menu to your familiar language first.
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 a Kensington 
lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the left side of the projector. See item 10 on 
page 8 for details.
A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and a lock. Refer to the lock’s documentation 
for finding out how to use it.1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote control 
to turn the OSD menu on.2. Press   to highlight Language and press 
/  to select a preferred language.
3. Use  /  to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic 
menu.4. Press MENU/EXIT twice* on the projector 
or remote control to leave and save the 
settings.
*The first press leads you back to the 
main menu and the second press closes 
the OSD menu.
Current input signal
Main menu icon
Main menu
Sub-menu
Highlight
Press MENU/EXIT 
back to the previous 
page or to exit.Status
DISPLAYWall Color
Aspect Ratio
Keystone
Position
Phase
H. Size
Digital ZoomOff
Auto
0
0
ENTER
MENU Exit
Analog RGB
DISPLAYWall Color
Aspect Ratio
Position
Phase
H. Size
Digital Zoom Keystone
Analog RGB
Off
Auto
0
0
MENU Exit
SYSTEM SETUP: BasicPresentation Timer
English Language
Projector Position
Auto Power Off
Blank Timer
Sleep Timer Panel Key Lock
Splash Screen
My Screen
Analog RGBMENU Exit
Front Table
Disable
Disable
Off
Disable
BenQ
SYSTEM SETUP: BasicPresentation Timer
English Language
Projector Position
Auto Power Off
Blank Timer
Sleep Timer Panel Key Lock
Splash Screen
My Screen
Analog RGBMENU Exit
Front Table
Disable
Disable
Off
Disable
BenQ 
						

							  25
  Operation
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.
You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and subsequently forget the 
password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the password you used in this manual, and keep 
the manual in a safe place for later recall.
Setting a password
Once a password has been set and the power on lock is activated, the projector cannot be used unless the 
correct password is entered every time the projector is started.
Once a password has been set and the Splash Screen Lock is activated, you cannot change the splash 
screen that displays at projector startup unless the correct password is entered.
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings menu. Press ENTER on 
the projector or remote control. The Security Settings page displays.
2. Highlight Change Security Settings and press ENTER on the projector or remote control.
3. As pictured to the right, the four arrow keys ( , , , ) respectively 
represent 4 digits (1, 2, 3, 4). According to the password you desire to 
set, press the arrow keys to enter six digits for the password.
4. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.
Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings 
page.
5. To activate the Power On Lock function, press  /  to highlight Power 
On Lock and press  /  to select On.
6. To activate the Splash Screen Lock function, press  /  to highlight 
Splash Screen Lock and press  /  to select On.
When the Splash Screen Lock is activated, the My Screen function in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu will 
be password-protected.
The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down here in this 
manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever 
forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __
Keep this manual in a safe place.
7. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.
If you forget the password
If the password function is activated, you will be asked to enter the six digit 
password every time you turn on the projector. If you enter the wrong 
password, the password error message as pictured to the right displays lasting 
for three seconds, and the INPUT PASSWORD message follows. You can retry 
by entering another six-digit password, or if you did not record the password 
in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use the 
password recall procedure. See Entering the password recall procedure on 
page 26 for details.
If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will 
automatically shut down in a short time.
INPUT NEW PASSWORD
Back MENU
Power On Lock and Splash Screen Lock 
use the same password.
Password Error
Please try again. 
						

							26 Operation  
EnglishEntering the password recall procedure
Press and hold AUTO on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds. 
The projector will display a coded number on the screen. Write down the 
number and turn off your projector. 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. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced> Security Settings > Change Password 
menu.
2. Press ENTER on the projector or remote control. The message INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD displays.
3. Enter the old password.
i. If the password is correct, another message INPUT NEW PASSWORD displays.
ii. If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three seconds, and the 
message INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD displays for your retry. You can press MENU/EXIT to cancel 
the change or try another password.
4. Enter a new password.
The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down here in this 
manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever 
forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __
Keep this manual in a safe place.
5. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.
6. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. 
Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is 
started.
7. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.
Disabling the password function
To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings > Change 
Security Settings menu after opening the OSD menu system. Press ENTER. The message INPUT PASSWORD 
displays. Enter the current password. 
i. If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page.
Press  to highlight Power On Lock and press  /  to select Off. You will not have to enter the 
password next time when turning on the projector.
Press  to highlight Splash Screen Lock and press  /  to select Off. The Splash Screen function in 
the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu will be available for your change.
ii. If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three seconds, and the 
message INPUT PASSWORD displays for your retry. You can press MENU/EXIT to cancel the change 
or try another password.
Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should you ever 
need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password.
Please write down the recall code,
and contact BenQ
Customer Center.
Recall Code:
0 2 1 2
RECALL PASSWORD
Exit MENU
Password Changed 
						

							  27
  Operation
EnglishSwitching input signal
The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen 
at a time. When starting up, the projector automatically search for the available signals.
Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On (which is the default of this projector) if you 
want the projector to automatically search for the signals.
You can also manually cycle through the available input signals.
1. Press SOURCE on the projector or remote control. A source 
selection bar displays. 
2. Press / until your desired signal is selected and press 
ENTER on the projector or remote control.
Once detected, the selected source information will display at 
the corner of the screen for seconds. If there is multiple 
equipment connected to the projector, repeat steps 1-2 to search 
for another signal.
• The brightness level of the projected image will change 
accordingly when you switch between different input signals. 
Data (graphic) PC presentations using mostly static images 
are generally brighter than Video using mostly moving 
images (movies).
• The input signal type effects the options available for the 
Picture Mode. See Selecting a picture mode on page 31 for 
details.
• The native display resolution of this projector is in a 4:3 
aspect ratio. For best display picture results, you should 
select and use an input signal which outputs at this 
resolution. Any other resolutions will be scaled by the 
projector depending upon the aspect ratio setting, which 
may cause some image distortion or loss of picture clarity. 
See Selecting the aspect ratio on page 30 for details.
Changing Color Space
In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s DVI-D input and the 
projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV.
To  d o  t h i s :
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the SOURCE menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight Color Space Conversion and press  /  to select YUV.
This function is only available when the DVI-D or HDMI input socket is in use.
MENU
/EXIT
D-Sub/Comp.
Video
S-Video Component
DVI-D
HDMI 
						

							28 Operation  
EnglishAdjusting the projected image
Adjusting the projection angle
The projector is equipped with 4 adjuster feet. These adjusters change 
the picture height and projection angle.
To adjust the projector, slightly lift the front or the back of the 
projector and screw the feet in or out until the picture is positioned 
where you want it.
If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the 
projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected picture 
becomes trapezoidal. To correct this situation, see Correcting 
keystone on page 29 for details.
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 current source information will be displayed in the corner of the 
screen for 3 seconds. 
The screen will be blank while AUTO is functioning.
Fine-tuning the image size and clarity
1. Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the 
zoom ring. 
2. Then sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring.
i. Be aware of the vent where hot air 
comes from.
ii. Do not look into the lens while the 
lamp is on. The strong light from 
the lamp may cause damage to 
your eyes. 
						

							  29
  Operation
EnglishCorrecting 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 by following one 
of these steps.
• Using the remote control
Press  /  on the control panel of the projector or remote 
control to display the Keystone correction page. Press   to correct 
keystoning at the top of the image. Press   to correct keystoning at 
the bottom of the image.
•Using the OSD menu
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the DISPLAY 
menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight Keystone and press ENTER. The Keystone 
correction page displays.
3. Press   to correct keystoning at the top of the image or press 
 to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.
Magnifying and searching for details
If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the direction arrow keys for 
navigating the picture.
• Using the remote control
1. Press D. ZOOM +/- to display the Zoom bar. 
2. Press D. ZOOM + to magnify the center of the picture. Press the 
key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your need.
3. Use the directional arrows ( ,  ,  ,  ) on the projector or 
remote control to navigate the picture.
4. To restore the picture to its original size, press AUTO. You can 
also press D. ZOOM -. When the key is pressed again, the 
picture is further reduced until it is restored to the original size.
•Using the OSD menu
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the DISPLAY 
menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight Digital Zoom and press ENTER. The 
Zoom bar displays.
3. Repeat steps 2-4 in the section of Using the remote control 
above. Or if you are using the projector control panel, continue 
to the following steps.
4. Press   on the projector repeatedly to magnify the picture to a 
desired size.
5. To navigate the picture, press ENTER to switch to the paning 
mode and press the directional arrows ( ,  ,  ,  ) to 
navigate the picture.
6. To reduce size of the picture, press ENTER to switch back to the 
zoom in/out function, and press AUTO to restore the picture to 
its original size. You can also press   repeatedly until it is 
restored to the original size.
Keystone
Back MENUPress/.Press /.
The picture can only be 
navigated after the picture is 
magnified. You can further 
magnify the picture while 
searching for details. 
						

							30 Operation  
EnglishSelecting the aspect ratio
The aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 
ratio, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio.
With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and 
scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal.
To change the projected picture ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):
• Using the remote control
1. Press ASPECT to show the current setting.
2. Press ASPECT repeatedly to select an aspect ratio to suit the 
format of the video signal and your display requirements.
•Using the OSD menu
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the DISPLAY 
menu is highlighted.
2. Press
  to highlight Aspect Ratio.
3. Press  /  to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the 
video signal and your display requirements.
About the aspect ratio
In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas.
1.4:3: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the 
screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for 4:3 images 
like computer monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect 
DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration.
2.16:9: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the 
screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for images 
which are already in a 16:9 aspect, like high definition TV, as it 
displays them without aspect alteration.
3.Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the projectors native 
resolution in its horizontal width. This is suitable for the 
incoming image which is neither in 4:3 nor 16:9 and you want to 
make most use of the screen without altering the images aspect 
ratio.
4.Real: The image is projected as its original resolution, and with 
no pixel conversion. For input signals with lower resolutions, the 
projected image will display smaller than if resized to full screen. 
You could adjust the zoom setting or move the projector towards 
the screen to increase the image size if necessary. You may also 
need to refocus the projector after making these adjustments.
4:3 picture
16:9 picture
16:10 picture
15:9 picture
4:3 picture
16:9 picture
OSD menus can be displayed 
on those unused black areas.