BenQ W1500 Users Manual

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Adjusting the sound
The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker(s). Be sure you have 
made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See Connecting with video equipment on 
page 21 for how the audio input is connected.
Muting the sound
To temporarily turn off the sound:
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the Audio Setup menu is highlighted.
2. Press  to highlight Mute and press  /  to select On.
If available, you can also press MUTE on the remote control to toggle projector audio between on and off.
Adjusting the sound level
To adjust the sound level, press / on the projector or remote control, or:
1. Repeat step 1 above.
2. Press  to highlight Vo l u m e and press  /  to select a desired sound level.
Switching the left/right audio channels
1. Repeat step 1 above.
2. Press  to highlight L/R Switch and press  /  to select On to swap audio output of the left and 
right speakers, or select Auto to automatically swap the left and right audio channels when the 
projection direction is changed.
Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone
To turn off the ring tone:
1. Repeat step 1 above.
2. Press  to highlight Power On/Off Ring Tone and press  /  to select Off.
The only way to change Power On/Off Ring Tone is setting On or Off here. Setting the sound mute or changing the sound 
level will not affect the Power On/Off Ring Tone.
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Selecting the aspect ratio
The aspect ratio is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Digital TV is usually in 16:9 ratio, 
which is the default for this projector, and most analog TV signals and DVDs are in 4:3 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 source. Images can 
be stretched in a linear manner so the whole of the image is stretched equally, or non-linearly, which 
distorts the image.
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
1.Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit the projectors native 
resolution in its horizontal or vertical 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.
2.Real: This setting displays the image in a one-to-one pixel mapping 
without alteration or resize in the center of the projection. This is most 
suitable for use with PC source inputs.
3.4:3: Scales a picture so that it is displayed in the center of the screen 
with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for 4:3 pictures like 
computer monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect DVD 
movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration.
4.Wide: Stretches the picture horizontally in a non-linear manner, that 
is, the edges of the picture are stretched more than the center of the 
picture to prevent distortion of the central part of the picture. This is 
suitable for occasions where you want to stretch the width of a 4:3 
aspect picture to the width of a 16:9 aspect screen. It does not alter the 
height. Some widescreen movies have been produced with their width 
squashed down to the width of a 4:3 aspect, and are best viewed when 
restretched back to their original width using this setting.
5.Anamorphic: Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of 
the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This setting stretches and resizes 
linearly, except that it treats the vertical and horizontal dimensions 
independently. It stretches the height of the source image until it 
reaches the full projected height, and stretches the width of the source 
image until it reaches the full projected width. This may alter the 
projected aspect, depending upon the original aspect of the source 
15:9 picture
4:3 picture
4:3 picture
4:3 picture
16:9 picture
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image. Anamorphic is most suitable for images which are already in a 16:9 aspect, like high definition 
TV, as it displays them without aspect alteration.
6.Letter Box: Scales a picture to fit the projector’s native resolution in 
its horizontal width and resize the picture’s height to the 3/4 of the 
projection width. This may produce a picture greater in height than 
can be displayed, so part of the picture is lost (not displayed) along the 
top and bottom edges of the projection. This is suitable for the display 
of movies which are presented in letter box format (with black bars 
on the top and bottom).
•  The black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active 
areas.
•  OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas.
Freezing the image
Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image. The word FREEZE will display in the lower 
right corner of the screen. 
Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures played are still running on the device where the 
pictures are played. If the connected devices have active audio output, you will still hear the audio even 
though the image is frozen on the screen.
Using the test pattern
The projector is able to display the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and focus and 
make certain that the projected image is free from distortion. 
To display the test pattern, open the OSD menu and go to the Advanced Setup > Test Pattern and 
press  /  to select On, or press TEST on the remote control.
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.
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the Display menu is highlighted.
2. Press
  to highlight Digital Zoom and press MODE/ENTER. The Zoom bar displays.
3. Press   repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size.
4. To navigate the picture, press MODE/ENTER to switch to the panning mode and press the 
directional arrows ( ,  ,  ,  ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture.
5. To reduce size of the picture, press MODE/ENTER to switch back to the zoom in/out function. You 
can also press   repeatedly until it is restored to the original size.
The picture can only be navigated after it is magnified. You can further magnify the picture while searching for details.
16:9 picture
Letter Box 
format picture
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Operating in a high altitude environment
We recommend that you activate High Altitude Mode when your environment is higher than 1500 
meters (around 4920 feet) above sea level, or whenever the projector will be used for extended periods 
of time (>10 hours) without shutdown.
To activate High Altitude Mode:
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight High Altitude Mode.
3. Press /  to select On. A confirmation message displays.
4. Highlight Ye s and press MODE/ENTER.
Operation under High Altitude Mode may cause a higher decibel operating noise level because of 
increased fan speed necessary to improve overall system cooling and performance.
If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the above, it may display auto shut-
down symptoms, which is designed to protect your projector from over-heating. In cases like this, you 
should switch to High Altitude Mode to solve these symptoms. However, this is not to state that this 
projector can operate under any and all harsh or extreme conditions.
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Displaying more than one image source 
simultaneously
Your projector is capable of displaying pictures simultaneously from two input sources, which can be used 
to enhance your presentation in an interesting way. Ensure the signals you want to display are correctly 
connected to the projector.
To display the PIP window:
•  Using the remote control
Press PIP to display the PIP page and make adjustments by following 
the steps starting from step 3 in the section Using the OSD menu 
below.
•  Using the OSD menu
1. Press MODE/ENTER and then press  /  until the Display 
menu is highlighted.
2. Press  to highlight PIP and press MODE/ENTER. The PIP 
page displays.
3. Highlight PIP and press  /  to select On.
The projector will select two currently active signals to display and 
the last viewed picture will be displayed on the big screen as a main 
source.
The PIP function is effective at below source combinations.
4. To change the Main Source or PIP Source, press   to highlight Main Source or PIP Source 
and press MODE/ENTER. The source selection bar displays.
5. Use  /  to highlight the source you want to display for the main (bigger) or second (smaller) 
window, and press MODE/ENTER to save the setting and go back to the PIP page.
6. To make OSD settings to one of the two sources (main or second), highlight Active Window and 
press  /  to select the source you want to make adjustments.
The settings made on the OSD menus will only take effect on the active window. 
7. To change the position of the smaller picture, highlight Po s i t i o n and press  /  repeatedly until a 
suitable position is selected.
8. To resize the small picture, highlight Size and press  /  to set the PIP size among Small or Large.
9. To save the settings and leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.
Source 1/2 HDMI 1/ HDMI 2 / Wireless
PC V
Video V
S-Video V
Component 1/2 V
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Watching 3D content
Your BenQ projector supports playing three-dimensional (3D) content transferred through D-Sub, 
Component, HDMI, Video, and S-Video. Yet you need the required compatible hardware accessories and 
software to play 3D content on BenQ projector.
Connecting 3D video devices
• PlayStation games
i. Make sure you have updated your console to the latest software version in PlayStation 3.
ii. Insert the 3D game disc. Or you can download games via the PlayStation network.
iii. Launch the game and select Play in 3D in the in-game menu.
•  Blu-ray 3D player
i. Make sure your player supports 3D Blu-ray Disc and that 3D output is activated.
ii. Play the 3D Blu-ray Disc.
•  3D TV (e.g. SKY 3D, DirecTV)
i. Contact your TV service provider to enable 3D channels on your channel package.
ii. Switch to the 3D channel.
•  3D Devices (e.g. 3D DV/DC)
Turn on the 3D device and project the 3D content.
To view the 3D video correctly, make sure Auto is selected in the Display > 3D > 3D Mode menu. If 3D 
content still cannot be shown correctly, select the supported format in the Display > 3D > 3D Mode menu.
After you have connected the 3D video devices to the projector, make sure the power of BenQ 3D 
glasses is on. Wear the BenQ 3D glasses, and then enjoy your 3D experience!
Using the 3D menus
1. Press the MENU/EXIT and go to the Display > 3D menu and press MODE/ENTER. Or you can 
press the 3D button on the remote control. The 3D page displays.
2. Highlight 3D Mode and press MODE/ENTER. The 3D Mode page displays. 
3. Press  /  to highlight the 3D format that you need and press MODE/ENTER. 
The projector 
automatically detects the format of the video when selecting Auto. If not, you need to base on the 
3D format of the video to make an appropriate setting in the 3D Mode menu.
4. Press MENU/EXIT to go back to the 3D page.
5. Press  /  to highlight 3D Depth Adjust and press  /  to set your desired value of 3D image 
depth. The higher the value, the deeper the 3D depth presents.
6. Press MENU/EXIT to go back to the 3D page.
7. Press  /  to highlight 3D Sync Invert and press  /  to select Invert to switch between the 
image for the left eye and the right eye for the more natural viewing. You can also toggle this function 
between Invert and Disable by pressing Invert on the remote control.
•  Use corrective glasses or other such methods to correct your eyesight if you suffer from myopia, 
hyperopia, astigmatism, or have eyesight differences between the left and right eyes before putting on 
the 3D Glasses to watch the 3D content.
•  When the projector starts to project the 3D images, 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.  
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Personalizing the projector menu display
The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The following settings do 
not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance. 
• Menu Display Time in the System Setup > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time the 
OSD will remain active after your last key press. Use  /  to select a suitable time length.
• Menu Position in the System Setup > Menu Settings menu sets the OSD position in five 
locations. Use  /  to select a preferred position.
• Blank Reminder Message in the System Setup > Menu Settings menu displays a blank 
reminder message while the projected image on the screen is hidden. 
• Language in the System Setup menu sets your familiar language for the On-Screen (OSD) Menus. 
See Using the menus on page 31 for details. 
• Splash Screen in the System Setup menu sets a preferred logo screen to be displayed during 
projector start-up.
Locking control keys
With the control keys on the remote control and projector locked, you can prevent your projector 
settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When Key  L o c k is on, no control 
keys on the remote control and projector will operate except POWER and  .
To lock the keys:
1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press  /  until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.
2. Press  to highlight Key  L o c k, and press  /  to select On. A warning message appears. Select Ye s 
and press MODE/ENTER. The control keys lock.
To unlock the keys, press and hold   on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds.
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Turning the projector off
To turn the projector off, press POWER   on the projector or 
 on the remote control and a warning message appears. Press 
the button again.
•  The Power indicator light flashes orange and the fans run for 
about two minutes to cool the lamp. The projector will not 
respond to any commands until the cooling process is complete. 
Once the cooling process finishes, a Power Off Ring Tone 
will be heard.
To turn off the ring tone, see Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone on page 41 for details.
•  Then, the Power indicator light is a steady orange once the cooling process has finished and fans stop.
•  If the projector will not be used for an extended period, unplug the power cable from the power 
outlet.
•  To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process.
Actual lamp life may vary due to different environmental conditions and usage.
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On-Screen Display (OSD) menus
On-Screen Display (OSD) structure
Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected.
Main menuSub-menuOptions
Picture -- 
Basic
Preset Mode Cinema/Dynamic/Standard/User 1/User 2/User 3/3D/ISF Day/ISF Night
User Mode 
Management 
Brightness 0–100
Contrast 0–100
Color 0–100
Tint 0–100
Sharpness 0/1/2
Flesh Tone 0–5
Color Temperature Normal/Cool/Lamp Native/Warm
Frame Interpolation
Off/Low/Middle/High
Lamp Power Normal/Economic/SmartEco
Advanced...Black Level 0 IRE/7.5 IRE
Clarity Control Noise Reduction/Detail Enhancement
Color Temperature Fine 
TuningRed Gain/Green Gain/Blue Gain/Red Offset/
Green Offset/Blue Offset
Gamma Selection 1.6/1.8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.5/2.6/2.8/BenQ
Brilliant Color On/Off
Color Management Primary Color/Hue/Gain/Saturation
Reset Picture Settings
Audio Setup
SRS On/Off
Mute On/Off
Volume 0–10
Treble 0–10
Bass 0–10
L/R Switch Auto/On/Off
Power On/Off Ring 
To n eOn/Off
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Display
Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/Wide/Anamorphic/Letter Box
Key s t o n e
Po s i t i o n
Overscan Adjustment 0/1/2/3
PIPPIP On/Off
Main Source
HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video/S-Video/Component 
1/Component 2/PC/Wireless
PIP Source
Active Window Main/PIP
Po s i t i o nTop-Right/Bottom-Left/Bottom-Right/Top-
Left
Size Large/Small
PC & Component 
YPbPr TuningH. Size
Phase
Auto
Digital Zoom
Film Mode On/Off
3D Comb Filter On/Off
3D3D ModeAuto/Off/On/Frame Sequential/Frame 
Packing/Top-Bottom/Side-by-Side/2D 3D 
Conversion
3D Depth Adjust -10-10
3D Sync Invert Disable/Invert
System Setup
Language
Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue
Projector Position Front/Front Ceiling/Rear/Rear Ceiling
Auto OffDisable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/
30 min
Sleep TimerDisable/30 min/60 min/90 min/120 min/150 
min/180 min
Menu SettingsMenu Display Time5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/30 sec/
Always On
Menu PositionCenter/Top-Left/Top-Right/Bottom-Right/
Bottom-Left
Blank Reminder Message On/Off
Input SourceHDMI 1/HDMI 2/Video/S-Video/Component 
1/Component 2/PC/Wireless
Source Rename
Auto Source Search On/Off
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