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  • BenQ PB8253 | User Manual - Page 1
    PB8253/PB8263 Digital Projector Installation Series User's Manual Welcome
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    magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation. Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. *DLP, Digital Micromirror Device and DMD are trademarks of Texas Instruments.
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    of contents Important safety instructions 5 Introduction 9 Projector features 9 Shipping contents 10 Projector exterior view 11 Controls and functions 13 Positioning your projector 17 Choosing a location 17 Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the projector 18 Obtaining a preferred
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    Temperature information 52 Indicators 53 Troubleshooting 55 Specifications 57 Projector specifications 57 Dimensions 58 Timing chart 58 Warranty 60 Limited Warranty 60 Regulation Statements 61 FCC statement 61 EEC statement 61 MIC statement 61 WEEE directive 61 4 Table of contents
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    technician. 6. Do not block the projection lens with any objects when the projector is under operation as this could cause the objects to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press BLANK on the projector or remote control. Important safety instructions 5
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    cover. Under no circumstances 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. 6 Important safety instructions
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    tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back. Using the projector when it is not fully horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or damage to, the lamp. 10000 feet Important safety instructions 7
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    to fall over, causing injury or projector may cause it to fail. If the resulting in damage. projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power supply's wall socket and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. 16. Do not step on the projector or place any objects upon it. Besides
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    integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of use. The projector offers the following features: • High quality manual zoom lens • Full-function remote control • One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality
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    , and may differ from those illustrated. Projector Soft carry case Remote control with batteries User's manual Quick start guide User's manual CD VGA cable USB cable Power cord PC audio cable Optional accessories 1. Ceiling mounting kit 2. Spare lamp kit 3. Presentation Plus 4. Dust filter
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    control panel 1 See "Projector" on page 13 for details. 2 9 2. Vent (cool air intake) 3. Front IR remote sensor 3 10 4. Kensington anti-theft lock slot 4 5. AC power cord inlet 5 6. Main power air exhaust) 15. 13. Rear IR remote sensor 16. 14. Connector panel See "Connector panel"
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    (Left/ Right)/Video input sockets 24. S-Video input socket 26 25. DVI-I signal input socket supports DVI-D video signal and DVI-A PC signal 27 26. RS 232 control port For external control systems and 28 used by service personnel. 27. PC Audio input socket 28. USB socket 12 Introduction
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    " on page 42 for details. Lamp indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. See "Indicators" on page 53 for details. Blank Used to hide the screen image. You can press Blank on the projector or remote control to bring the image back
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    Remote control 2. 12 1 13 2 14 3. 3 15 4 5 6 16 4. 7 6 8 4 17 9 18 5. 10 19 6. 11 20 7. 1. IPower Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. When the projector is in standby mode, press once to turn the projector on. 8. When the projector is on, press twice to
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    15. BLANK Used to hide the screen image. Press BLANK on the projector or remote control to restore the image. See "Hiding the image" on page 38 for or others. See the warning messages on the back of the remote control and the attached ''User Information'' prior to using it. 18. PIP SOURCE Selects a
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    remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment like the kitchen, bathroom, sauna, sunroom or in a closed car. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer. • Dispose of the used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions
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    quick setup and portability. II. Ceiling front Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling in front of the screen. Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling. Set in the Source > Mirror menu after you
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    Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the projector We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent damage to person and property. If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, we strongly
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    (and everyone in the room can see the screen). If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it projects at a slightly downward angle. . BenQ has provided a table of 4:3-aspect-ratio screen sizes to assist you in determining the ideal location for your projector.
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    distance will need to be reduced to fit the 10' size screen, or increased to fit the 12' size screen. The projector can be adjusted (using the zoom control) to display on these different screen sizes at those projection distances. Be aware that these different screens have different vertical offset
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    754 There is 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. 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
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    on the projector. 3. If you wish to use the remote paging function (see "Remote paging operations" on page 38), take the supplied USB cable the PC Audio socket of the projector. Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the remote control (Volume +/-) or projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus
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    accessory) is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers. • 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
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    on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA or VGA to DVI-A cable following the instructions below: To connect the projector to a projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on page 22. 2. Take a suitable VGA cable (only one 2. Take a VGA to DVI-A cable and supplied
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    If no DVI source is available, the next best video signal is available by connecting your device to the projector with a Component Video (not to be confused with composite Video) cable. Digital TV tuner and DVD players output Component Video natively, so if available on your devices, they should be
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    of the video device, and the other end to the PC Audio socket or Audio L/R sockets on the projector. Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the remote control (Volume +/-) or projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Volume", "Treble", "Bass", and "Mute" on page 45 for details. The final
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    Audio L/R sockets on the projector. Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the remote control (Volume +/-) or projector On-Screen Display (OSD) cable Audio cable If you connect the projector to a High Definition TV (HDTV) tuner, the following standards are supported: • 480i • 576i • 720p
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    the audio output sockets of the video device, and the other end to the Audio L/R sockets on the projector. Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the remote control (Volume +/-) or projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Volume", "Treble", "Bass", and "Mute" on page 45 for details. The
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    plugs to the color of the sockets; green to green, blue to blue, and red to red. Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the remote control (Volume +/-) or projector On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Volume", "Treble", "Bass", and "Mute" on page 45 for details. If you need only to use the
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    become deformed due to the heat produced by the projection lamp. 3. Turn the main power switch on. The Power indicator lights orange. 4. Press and hold (for 2 seconds) IPower on the remote control or projector to start the projector. The Power indicator light flashes green and stays green when the
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    , press SOURCE on the projector or remote control. The selected source name will projector. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the quick-release buttons to lock the front adjuster feet in position. Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp
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    to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the projector or remote control. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re- on the remote control. Any problems? If you have other display problems, see "Troubleshooting" on page 55 for details. 32 Operation
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    and computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and digital TV is usually in 16:9 ratio. You can change the projected image ratio (no matter what aspect the source is) by pressing ASPECT on the remote control. Select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the signal and your
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    the image, use the buttons on the projector or remote control to adjust the image settings directly, or to change the settings on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. For the operation of OSD menus, refer to "Using the menus" on page 42. The following instructions are optional. You do not need to
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    Selecting a preset mode The projector is preset with several predefined application modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type. To select a operation mode that suits your need, press MODE on the remote control. The picture modes available for
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    not satisfied with the picture quality made by the preset modes, you can manually adjust some of the settings through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. Adjusting brightness Press MENU on the projector or remote control. Go to Display > Brightness and adjust the values by pressing Left/ Right on
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    length ranges from 5 to 60 seconds in 5second increments. • Language in the Control menu sets your familiar language for the OSD menus. Use Left/ Right on the projector or remote control to select your language. • User Logo in the Control > Setup menu allows you to set a preferred logo screen to be
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    screen. To release the function, press FREEZE again, RETURN on the remote control, or SOURCE on the projector or remote control. Note that pressing the SOURCE button will also change the input source the back of the remote control and the attached ''User Information'' prior to using it. 38 Operation
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    OSD menus 1. To turn on the OSD menu, press Menu on the projector or MENU on the remote control. 2. Use Left/ Right on the projector or remote control to select the PIP menu. 3. Use Menu on the projector or Down on the remote control to highlight the PIP adjustment functions. See page "PIP menu" on
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    pictured to the right. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. 2. Press IPower a second time to turn the projector off. The Power indicator light flashes orange, the projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the
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    system Main Menu Display Image Source Control PIP Functions available when receiving Lamp Hour H Size Tint Lamp Hour Lamp Hour Lamp Mirror Hold, Blank Time, Auto Off, User Logo Preset Mode -- (PC/DVI-A signal Mode, Cinema Mode, Economic Mode Reset High Altitude Main Page: PIP Source
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    OSD menu on. 4. Adjust keystone values by pressing Left/ Right on the projector or remote control. 2. Use Left/ Right on the projector or 5. Press Exit on the projector or remote control to select the MENU on the remote control Display menu. twice* to leave and save the setting. 3. Press Menu
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    details. This function allows you to adjust the clock phase to reduce image distortion. H Size (0) Lamp Hour Color (0) Tint (0) Adjusts the horizontal width of the image. Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used. Increases or decreases the color intensity of the image. Adjusts the color
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    the input signal pixel resolution to the native resolution of the projector. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 33 for details. Information Shows the current image resolution. Ratio (4:3) Color (0) Tint (0) System Users have 2 options for the image ratio. 1. 4:3 (for a standard screen)
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    with one or more mirrors. Contact your dealer for the ceiling mount bracket (optional accessory) if you need to install the projector on your ceiling. See "Choosing a location" on page 17 and "Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the projector" on page 18 for details. Shows the current signal
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    on the selected input source) Language sets the language for the OSD control menus. Use Left/ Right to select the desired language from among English User Logo (Default) Enables the user to select which logo screen will appear during projector start-up. Three modes are available: Default (BenQ logo
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    Contrast (0) Color (0) Tint (0) Sharpness (0) System DESCRIPTION Selects the source for the PIP image. Auto is the recommended PIP source as the projector will search for a suitable signal automatically. Press Left/ Right to scroll through the four alternatives: Off, Small, Medium, Large. Selecting
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    the instructions below: • Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector. Refer to "Specifications" on page 57 or consult your dealer about the range. • Retract the adjuster feet. • Remove the batteries from the remote control. • Pack
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    the filters and for cleaning or replacement. clean if necessary (refer to User's Manual). This projector has two concealed filters. One is replace them. Contact your dealer or visit BenQ website at www.BenQ.com for more service information. 4. Carefully refit the filters to the projector then
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    , then turn on the power again. i LOOSE FILTER NOTICE A projector filter is not fitted properly. Please shut down the projector, then check the filters and covers. Refit if necessary (refer to User's Manual). Lamp information Use and replacement of the lamp When the Lamp indicator lights up red or
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    lamp (refer to User's Manual). If this warning message displays, the projector will shut down in 40 seconds. The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally. Replacing the lamp • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power
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    is replaced, reset the total lamp operation timer. • Do not reset if the lamp is not replaced as this could cause damage. 9. Reset the lamp counter i. Press and hold Exit on the projector for 3 seconds to display the total used lamp time. ii. Press Menu on the projector or MENU on the remote control
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    is turned off. The Power indicator light is flashing during powering up. G - - The projector is under normal operation. G - - Lamp events - - - - R The lamp counter has developed a problem. It is warning you that lamp usage has exceeded 3000 hours. Replace the projection lamp with a new
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    LED Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Thermal events - R - - R G - R G G R - G R G The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re- start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance. G R G O R - O R G O R G R G R 54
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    does not work Cause The batteries are out of power. There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector. You are too far away from the projector. Remedy Replace the batteries with new ones. Remove the obstacle. Stand within 6 meters (19.5 feet) of the projector. Troubleshooting 55
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    in the Image menu. 3. Configure the computer's external display resolution to the projector's native resolution (1024 x 768 for PB8253/PB8263). If this option is not available, select one of the compatible listed in "Supported timing for PC (including DVI-I) input" on page 58. 4. Check if your
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    Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Resolution Display system Lens F/Number Lamp Electrical 1024 x 768 XGA 1-CHIP DMD F=2.4 to 2.6, f=24.0-29.1 mm 300W lamp Power supply Power x 2 Control USB mouse control RS-232 serial control A/B series
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    Dimensions 320 mm (W) x 106 mm (H) x 236 mm (D) 320 236 106 Unit: mm Timing chart Supported timing for PC (including DVI-I) input Resolution 720 x 400 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 **720 x 480 **1280 x 720 **1920 x 1080 **720 x 576 **
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    Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input Signal Format 480i(525i)@60Hz 480p(525p)@60Hz 576i( .13 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 59.94 59.94 50.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Video mode NTSC PAL SECAM PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 NTSC4.43 Horizontal Frequency (kHz
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    replacement of any defective parts (labor included). To obtain warranty service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects. Important: The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to operate the product in accordance with BenQ's written instructions
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    used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to /TV technician for help. EEC statement This machine was tested Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment by users in private households in the European or your household waste disposal service. The recycling of materials
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PB8253/PB8263 Digital Projector
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