BenQ W1070 Users Manual

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  Positioning your projector
Connecting with video equipment
You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, Blu-ray player, 
digital tuner, cable or satellite decoder, video game 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 choose...

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Connecting component-video devices
Be sure to match the corresponding colors between the cables and the terminals. The RCA type 
component video jacks are provided for connection to video output devices. You should also connect the 
separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier.
Connecting S-Video or video devices
You need only connect S-Video or composite Video cable from the same device, never both at the same 
time. You should also connect the separate audio cable...

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Connecting a computer
Connect the projector to a computer with a VGA 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 laptop
s documentation to discover your laptops key...

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Using 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 light...

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Selecting 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
1. Press SOURCE on the projector or remote control. A source 
selection bar displays. 
2. Press / until your desired signal is selected and press MODE/
ENTER.
•  Using...

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Using 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 lock...

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Utilizing 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 subsequently...

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Entering the password recall procedure
1. Make sure the Input Password page displays on screen. Press and 
hold AUTO on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds. 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...

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Adjusting the projected image
Adjusting the projection angle 
The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 
rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and 
projection angle. To adjust the projector:
1. Press the quick-release button and lift the front of the projector. 
Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the 
quick-release button to lock the foot in position.
2. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine-tune the horizontal...

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Using 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 preset mode that suits your need:
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the Picture menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight Preset Mode.
3. Press  /  until your desired mode is selected.
These modes consist of preset values suitable for various...