BenQ W7000 Users Manual

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  Overview
Remote control
1. POWER ON/OFF
Toggles the projector between standby and on.
Turning the projector on on page 20, Turning 
the projector off on page 37
2. Source selection keys (COMP, VIDEO, S-
VIDEO, HDMI1, HDMI2, PC)
Selects an input source for display.
Selecting an input source on page 21
3. Aspect keys (ANA, 4:3, LB, WIDE, REAL)
Selects the display aspect ratio.
Selecting the aspect ratio on page 32
4. PRESET MODE
Sequentially selects a predefined picture setting 
available for each...

12 Positioning your projector  
Positioning 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 MENU on...

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  Positioning your projector
Obtaining 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.
The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and positioned directly 
perpendicular 90° right-angle square) to the screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled 
projections (or projecting onto angled surfaces). If the projector is mounted on a...

14 Positioning your projector  
If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt it down or 
up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion will occur. Use the 
Keystone function to correct the distortion. See Correcting picture distortion on page 25 for details.
Projection 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...

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  Positioning your projector
Installation 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 table...

16 Positioning your projector  
Shifting 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 image...

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  Connecting with video equipment
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...

18 Connecting with video equipment  
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...

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  Connecting with video equipment
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...

20 Connecting with video equipment  
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...