BenQ W1500 Users Manual

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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.
Advanced 
Setup
Lamp SettingsReset Lamp Timer
Equivalent Lamp Hour
HDMI SettingsHDMI FormatAuto
PC Signal
Video Signal
CEC On/Off
Baud Rate 2400/4800/9600/19200/38400/57600/115200
Test Pattern
Closed CaptionClosed Caption Enable On/Off
Caption Version CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4...

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Picture -- Basic menu
FunctionDescription
Preset 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 35 for details.
User Mode 
Management 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/User 3 mode on page 35 for details....

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Audio Setup menu
FunctionDescription
SRS
Enables or disables the SRS function. Selecting On to enable the surround 
sound.
MuteSee Muting the sound on page 41 for details.
Vo l u m eSee Adjusting the sound on page 41 for details.
Tr e b l eAdjusts the higher frequencies of your audio source through the projector. The 
higher the value, the more treble effect youll receive.
BassAdjusts the lower frequencies of your audio source through the projector. The 
higher the...

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Display menu
FunctionDescription
Aspect Ratio
There are several options to set the picture’s aspect ratio depending on your 
input source. See Selecting the aspect ratio on page 42 for details.
Key s t o n eCorrects any keystoning of the picture. See Correcting picture distortion on 
page 34 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...

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System Setup menu
Advanced Setup menu
FunctionDescription
Language
Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See Using the 
menus on page 31 for details.
Splash ScreenAllows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-up. 
You can choose BenQ logo screen, Blue screen or Black screen.
Projector PositionThe projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or 
more mirrors. See Choosing a location on page 15...

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Te s t  P a t t e r n
Press ENTER to display the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size 
and focus and check that the projected image is free of distortion.
The function is only available when the projector detects no input signal.
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...

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Information 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.
Preset ModeShows the selected mode in the Picture -- Basic > Preset Mode menu.
ResolutionShows the native resolution of the input source.
Color SystemShows input system format: NTSC, PAL,...

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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...

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Lamp information
Getting to know the lamp hour
When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by 
the built-in timer.
See Setting Lamp Power as Economic or SmartEco below for more information on Economic mode.
To obtain the lamp hour information:
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight Lamp Settings and press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page...

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Timing of replacing the lamp
When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, 
please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector 
and in some instances the lamp may explode. Go to http://lamp.BenQ.com for a replacement lamp.
The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn 
the power off and let the projector...