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    MS502/MX503 Digital Projector User Manual
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    33 2 Table of contents Direct power off 33 Menu operation 34 Maintenance 43 Care of the projector 43 Lamp information 44 Troubleshooting 50 Specifications 51 Projector specifications 51 Dimensions 52 Ceiling mount installation 52 Timing chart 53 Warranty and Copyright information 55
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    . However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product. Safety Instructions 1. Please read this manual before 5. you operate your projector. Save it for future reference. 2. Do not look straight at the
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    should you ever undo or remove any other covers. Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel. 9. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged. 12. When the projector is under operation, you may sense some heated air and
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    it is not fully horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or damage to, the lamp. 3000 m (10000 feet) 0 m (0 feet) 16. Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fall over, causing injury or resulting in damage to the projector. Important safety instructions 5
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    's power outlet and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. 19. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting the projector and ensure it is securely installed. Ceiling mounting the projector We want you to
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    reliability and ease of use. The projector offers the following features. • ECO BLANK - With Philips ImageCare® technology, the Eco Blank function will save up to 70% of your lamp power at the same time your image is hiding • 3D function to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more
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    in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed information. Projector Power cord VGA cable Quick start guide User manual CD Warranty card* Remote control with battery Pull the tab before using the remote control. Optional accessories 1. Spare lamp kit 2. Ceiling mount kit
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    AC power jack USB port RGB signal output jack RGB (PC)/Component Video (YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input jack RS232 control port S-Video input jack Video input jack Audio input jack Audio output jack Ceiling mount holes Front adjuster foot Rear adjuster foot Kensington anti-theft lock slot Introduction
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    between standby Adjusts the size of the image. mode and on. 3. LAMP indicator light 13. Right/ Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up Increases the projector volume. or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. When the On-Screen Display (OSD) 4. MENU/EXIT menu is activated
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    POWER 13. MODE/ENTER Toggles the projector between standby Selects an available picture . 15. Timer Set up Displays the lamp mode selection bar. 5. ECO BLANK Enters presentation Digital Zoom (+, -) Operate your display software program Magnifies or reduces the projected picture (on a connected
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    remote control and the IR sensor on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam. • Operating the projector from the front Approx. +15º Replacing the remote control battery 1. Pull out the battery holder. Please follow the illustrated instructions. Push and hold the locking arm while pulling
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    menu after you turn the projector on. 2. Front Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen. Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling. Set Front Ceiling in the SYSTEM SETUP
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    457 All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance
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    to VGA (D-Sub) adapter cable • Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a function key labeled CRT/ LCD or a function key
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    menu. See "Standby Settings" on page 41 for details. Connecting video source devices You need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method you choose will most likely depend upon
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    Press POWER to start the projector. As soon as the lamp lights up, a " instructions. 4. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to enter a six-digit password. See "Utilizing the password function" on page 21 for details. 5. Switch all of the connected equipment on. 6. The projector
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    pressing the quick-release button, then slowly lower the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse direction. Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause damage to your eyes. If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen
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    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, you will need to manually correct it following ONE of these steps. • Using the remote control Press / on the
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    Phase H. Size Digital Zoom 3D Sync 3D Sync Invert Teaching Template Off Auto 0 0 Frame Sequential Disable SYSTEM SETUP: Basic Presentation Timer Language Projector Position Menu Settings Operation Settings Panel Key Lock Background Color Splash Screen English Front Table Off BenQ BenQ Analog RGB
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    For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security. The password can On. IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after
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    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 the recall code, and contact BenQ Customer Center. projector. Recall Code: 0 2 1 2 3. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number
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    password. IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right by entering the old password. Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only
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    is multiple equipment connected to the projector, repeat steps 1-2 to search for another signal. Video S-Video • The brightness 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
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    With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the 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
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    3. 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 some computer monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration. 4:3 picture 26 Operation
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    you can follow one of the following steps. • Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control repeatedly until your desired mode is selected. • Go to the video clips from digital cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little light) environment. 5. User 1/User
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    the value with / . See "Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes" below for details. 7. When all settings have been done, highlight brightness increase in mid-tone images, which are common in video and natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors. If you prefer
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    Management menu to make adjustments. To adjust the settings: 1. Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management. 2. Press MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control and the 3D Color Management page displays. 3. Highlight Primary Color and press / to select a color from among Red, Yellow
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    Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less saturated colors; a press MODE/ENTER. 8. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press MODE/ENTER on the projector or remote control to confirm. You will see the message "Timer is On" displaying on the
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    of the screen. To release the function, press any key on the projector or remote control. If your remote control has the following keys, please note frozen on the screen, the pictures are running on the video or other device. If the connected devices have active audio output, you will still hear the
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    sound The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speakers. Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connection" on page 15 for how the audio input is connected. Muting the sound To temporarily turn off the sound: 1. Press MENU/EXIT
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    shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector. To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process. To shorten the cooling time, you can also activate the Quick cooling function. See "Quick
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    type selected and the projector model you are using Digital Zoom 3D Sync Frame Sequential/Off 3D User 1/User 2 Reference Mode Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Brilliant Color On/Off Color Temperature Cool/Normal/Warm Primary Color R/G/B/C/M/Y 3D
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    Main menu Sub-menu Options Language 4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic Projector Position Front Table/Rear Table/Rear Ceiling/Front Ceiling Menu Display 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/30 Time /4 hr/ 8 hr/12 hr Panel Key Lock On/Off Background Color Black/Blue/Purple/BenQ Splash Screen Black/Blue
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    Picture Mode Current System Status • Resolution • Color System • Equivalent Lamp Hour • Firmware Version 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
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    image distortion. H. Size Digital Zoom 3D Sync 3D Sync Invert This function is projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images. You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D
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    Video signal is selected. Brilliant Color See "Adjusting Brilliant Color" on page 28 for details. Color Temperature See "Selecting a color temperature" on page 28 for details. 3D Color Management See "3D Color Management" on page 29 for details. Save Settings Saves the settings made for User
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    30 for details. Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using the menus" on page 20 for details. The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 13 for details. Menu Display Time Sets the length
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    keys" on page 31 for details. Sets the background color for the projector. Splash Screen Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-up. High Altitude Mode Audio Settings Lamp Settings Security Settings A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating
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    connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector's firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel. Selecting On enables the function and the projector and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as
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    the PICTURE menu. Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal. Color System Shows input system format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, YUV, or RGB. Equivalent Lamp Hour Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used. Firmware Version Shows the firmware version of your projector. 42 Operation
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    Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing. Cleaning the lens Clean the instructions below: • Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector. Please refer to "Specifications
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    light output will be reduced and result in darker projected pictures. Setting the projector in Economic mode also extends the lamp operation life. To set Economic mode, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings > Lamp Mode menu and press / . • Setting Auto Power Off This function allows the
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    lamp.benq.com OK Notice Replace Lamp Now Lamp>XXXX Hours Lamp usage time exceeded Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com OK The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally. Press MODE/ENTER to dismiss the message. WARNING Out of Lamp Usage Time Replace lamp (Refer to user manual
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    , it is recommended that you purchase a qualified projector lamp for lamp replacement. • If lamp replacement is performed while the projector is suspended upside-down from the ceiling, make sure that no one is underneath the lamp socket to avoid any possible injury or damage to the human eyes
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    locked in place. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could 1 result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screw. 12. Replace the lamp cover on the projector. 2 3 13. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp cover. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in
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    14. Connect the power and restart the projector. Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. Resetting the lamp timer 15. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page displays.
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    shut down automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shut down again. Please contact your dealer for assistance. Lamp events Orange Flashing The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to restart the projector, it will shut down again. Please contact your dealer for
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    that it is switched on. Wait until the cooling down process has completed. No picture Cause Remedy The video source is not turned on or connected correctly. The projector is not correctly connected to the input signal device. The input signal has not been correctly selected. The lens cover is
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    Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Resolution (MX503) 1024 x 768 XGA (MS502) 800 x 600 SVGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F = 2.56-2.8 Lamp 190 W lamp 2 Video signal input S-VIDEO Mini DIN 4-pin port x 1 VIDEO RCA jack
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    Dimensions 287.3 mm (W) x 114.4 mm (H) x 232.6 mm (D) 232.6 114.4 Ceiling mount installation Ceiling Mount screw: M4 x 8 (Max L = 8 mm) 207.6 287.3 62 62 77 76.5 34.5 Unit: mm 199.6 78 445.95 397.90 364.40 83.38 141.88 287.3 123.0 232.6 52 Specifications
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    Supported timing for PC input Vertical Resolution Mode Frequency (Hz) VGA_60 59.940 640 x 480 VGA_72 VGA_75 72.809 75.000 VGA_85 85.008 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70.087 SVGA_60 60.317 SVGA_72 72.188 800 x 600 75Hz MAC21 75.060 *Supported timing for 3D signal with frame sequential
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    .5 1080/60P 1920 x 1080 60 67.5 148.5 Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Video mode NTSC PAL SECAM PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 NTSC4.43 Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 15.73 15.63 15.63 15.73 15.63
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    product in accordance with BenQ's written instructions, especially the ambient humidity must be inbetween 10% and 90%, temperature in-between 0°C and 35°C, altitude lower than 4920 feet, and avoiding to operate the projector in a dusty environment. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
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MS502/MX503
Digital Projector
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