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BenQ PB8120 - SVGA DLP Projector Manual

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BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 1
PB8230 BenQ PB8220 PB8120 User's Guide
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obligation of BENQ Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Fill this in!! In case service is needed in the future, record the information described below. The serial number is on the back of the product. Projector Information Product Name: PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 Serial
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Manual Table of Contents Introduction 1 Safety Instructions 1 Warranty 2 Limited Warranty 2 Safety Regulations 3 FCC Statement 3 EEC Statement 3 Shipping Contents 4 Optional Accessories 4 Projector Description 5 Projector 5 External Control Panel 6
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Manual Lamp LED Indicators 22 Lamp Replacement 23 Resetting Lamp Hours 24 Temp Information 24 Service Information 25 Accessories (included in the standard package 25 Optional Accessories (not included in the standard package 25 Ordering Parts or Getting
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/ PB8120 User's Guide Caution TO PREVENT SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. NO USER -SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. PLEASE READ THIS USER'S GUIDE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR PROJECTOR. SAVE THIS USER'S GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE . Safety Instructions 1. Read
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Save this user's guide: The information contained in this manual will assist you in operating and maintaining your personal projector. Warranty Limited Warranty BENQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and
BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 7
BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Safety Regulations FCC Statement CLASS A: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Shipping Contents The Projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to standard PC or laptop computers. are missing, please contact personnel at the place of purchase. Optional Accessories 1. Macintosh adapter 2. 250W Lamp module 4 Introduction
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Projector Description Projector 5 1 External control panel (see next page) 2 Projection lens 3 Front adjuster 4 IR remote sensor 5 Ventilation grill 6 Speaker 7 Projection lens adjuster 8 RGB signal input 9 RGB signal output 10 YPBPR connector BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide 7 6 8 1 9
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide External Control Panel 4 3 5 6 2 7 1 LAMP 8 TEMP 9 1 Power Presses and holds the Power key to turn the projector system. 8 Lamp Indicator The Lamp Indicator will light up when the lamp needs service, cooling or replacement. See "Lamp Information"
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of use. The projector offers the following features: • Small and light for portability • Full-function remote control with laser pointer/ remote mouse function • Hight quality manual zoom lens • One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality • Easy digital keystone correction through
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Remote Control Description Power Menu 3 Left/ Keystone 4 Right/ Keystone + Auto L-Click/ R-click Zoom in/ out By pressing ZOOM IN +, the center of the picture will be magnified.
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PB8120 User's Guide Remote control effective range The remote sensors are located on the front and the back of the projector. It can function in a range of 30 degrees horizontally and 30 degrees vertically relative to a line that is a right angle to the remote sensors. The distance replaced. Replace
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide INSTALLATION Screen Size Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according to the desired picture size (see the table below). Projection Distance • PB8230/ PB8220 (XGA) screen size chart Distance from screen Diagonal measurement
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide • PB8120 (SVGA) screen size chart Distance projector is capable of displaying various High Definition TV display modes. Some of these sources are: • Digital came with your projector to display HDTV images. The following standards are supported in the HDTV
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Connecting to Various Equipment It only takes a few seconds to connect your projector to your desktop or Input To RGB output DVD Player Y Pb Pr Video / Audio Control COMPUTER IN COMPUTER OUT CONTROL PR PB Y S-VIDEO VIDEO L R AUDIO IN USB PC
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide OPERATION Start Up 1. Plug the power cord into a wall socket. 2. Turn on the main power switch. 3. Press and hold POWER to start the unit. The back-lit POWER key flashes green and stays green when the power is turned on. Projector Remote Control (When
BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 18
BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Digital Keystone Correction Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. To correct this, press KEYSTONE +/- (hot key) on the control panel of the projector or on the remote control, and then
BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 19
BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Source Selection When several input sources are available, press the SOURCE key to make a selection from the control panel of the projector or the remote control. Projector Remote control Mute Control Langauge OSD Setup Video Mode Reset Lamp Hour PIP
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide 1. Display Menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Corrects any keystoning of the image. Keystone - Adjusts the brightness of the image. Brightness Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light red or blue. *This function is not available when the input
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide 2. Image Menu FUNCTION Ratio DESCRIPTION Users have 3 options for the image ratio. 1. 4:3 2. 16:9 3. 1:1 *1:1 is is PC. Adjusts the image to make it appear more red or blue. *This function is available only when the selected System is NTSC. Operation 17
BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 22
BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide 3. Source Menu FUNCTION 1. Default DESCRIPTION 2. Ceiling mounted projection Mirror 3. Rear screen projection 4. Ceiling mounted and rearscreen projection Source Volume Treble Selects the input source from among PC, Video, S-Video, and YPBPR, when
BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 23
Setup Video Mode Reset Lamp Hour BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide DESCRIPTION Language sets the language for the OSD control menus. Use the mirror correction value even when the projector is restarted. Blank Time Determines the length of time before the projector is shut off when Blank is
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide 5. PIP Menu These functions are available only when the and System. Adjusts the brightness of the PIP image. Adjusts the degree of difference between dark and light for the PIP image. Increases or decreases the color range (R, G, B) of the image. Adjusts
BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 25
BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Shutdown 1. Press and hold POWER and a warning message will appear. To turn off the projector, press POWER again. Projector I Remote Control If the projector is not properly shut down, to protect the lamp, the system will detect this and cool the lamp for two
BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 26
PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide MAINTENANCE Lamp Information Use and Replacement of the Lamp When the Lamp Indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting the time of lamp replacement, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp could cause a malfunction in the projector and
BenQ PB8120 | User Guide - Page 27
BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Lamp Replacement Caution To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn off the projector and disconnect the power cord before changing the lamp. 1. Turn off the projector. Disconnect the power cord from the outlet and the projector. 2. Loosen the
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Caution To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp. To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Service USB mouse cable 50.73213.501 Remote control 98.J3401.011 3-2 converter 22 lamp module 65.J4002.001 Ordering Parts or Getting Information For product information, product assistance, service information, or to order accessories, please visit the BENQ
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide TROUBLESHOOTING Common Problems & Solutions PROBLEMS TRY THESE SOLUTIONS NO POWER • Make sure the power cord is inserted snuged into the AC adapter socket. • Make sure the power cord is inserted
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide Status Messages On-Screen Messages SEARCHING ACQUIRING SIGNAL OUT OF RANGE LAMP WARNING CHANGE LAMP AND RESET LAMP TIMER! OUT OF LAMP USAGE TIME. YOU HAVE TO CHANGE THE LAMP! OUT OF LAMP USAGE TIME. CHANGE THE LAMP! Description Projector is searching for
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide SPECIFICATIONS Projector Specifications Technical Specifications Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Model name Optical Display system Lens F/Number Lamp Electrical Power supply Power consumption Mechanical
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640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 832x624 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1280x1024 BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide H Sync (kHz) 31.5 37.9 31.5 37.9 31.5 37.9 35 43.3 VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA Macintosh VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA Specifications 29
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BenQ PB8230/ PB8220/ PB8120 User's Guide DIMENSIONS 308 238 95 Unit: mm 30 Dimensions

Section	Page
BenQ	1
Copyright	2
Disclaimer	2
Fill this in!!	2
Introduction	5
1. Read this user’s guide before you operate your projector and save it for future reference.	5
2. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately...	5
3. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.	5
4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this appliance. Take it to a qualifie...	5
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, sustaini...	5
6. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Please u...	5
1. Macintosh adapter	8
2. 250W Lamp module	8
1. Lift the projector up and press the adjuster button to release the adjuster.	11
2. The adjuster will drop into position and be locked.	11
Installation	14
HDTV description	15
Connecting to Various Equipment	16
Operation	17
1. Plug the power cord into a wall socket.	17
2. Turn on the main power switch.	17
3. Press and hold POWER to start the unit. The back-lit POWER key flashes green and stays green w...	17
4. Switch on all connected equipment.	17
1. Press and hold POWER and a warning message will appear. To turn off the projector, press POWER...	25
2. The fan will continue to run for approximately two minutes.	25
3. Turn off the main power switch.	25
4. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket.	25
Maintenance	26
1. Turn off the projector. Disconnect the power cord from the outlet and the projector.	27
2. Loosen the screw and remove the lamp cover. If the lamp is hot, avoid burns by waiting 45 minu...	27
3. Loosen the 3 screws. (It is strongly recommended that you use a magnetic-head screwdriver.) Pu...	27
4. Replace the lamp with a new one. Insert it into the projector, and tighten the screws firmly. ...	27
5. Re-install the lamp cover and tighten the screw. Do not turn on the power with the lamp cover ...	27
OSD	28
FUNCTION	28
1. The internal temperature is too high.	28
2. The fans are not working.	28
Troubleshooting	30
Specifications	32
Technical Specifications	32
Resolution	33
H Sync (kHz)	33
V Sync (Hz)	33
Remark	33
640x350	33
31.5	33
70.1	33
640x400	33
37.9	33
85.1	33
VESA	33
720x400	33
31.5	33
70.0	33
720x400	33
37.9	33
85.1	33
VESA	33
640x480	33
31.5	33
60.0	33
VESA	33
640x480	33
37.9	33
72.8	33
VESA	33
640x480	33
35	33
66.7	33
Macintosh	33
640x480	33
43.3	33
85.0	33
VESA	33
800x600	33
35.2	33
56.3	33
VESA	33
800x600	33
37.9	33
60.3	33
VESA	33
800x600	33
46.9	33
75.0	33
VESA	33
800x600	33
48.1	33
72.2	33
VESA	33
800x600	33
53.7	33
85.1	33
VESA	33
832x624	33
49.7	33
74.5	33
Macintosh	33
1024x768	33
48.4	33
60.0	33
VESA	33
1024x768	33
56.5	33
70.1	33
VESA	33
1024x768	33
60.0	33
75.0	33
VESA	33
1024x768	33
68.7	33
85.0	33
VESA	33
1280x1024	33
64.0	33
60.0	33
VESA	33

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