BenQ W100 User Manual
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- BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 1
W100 Digital Projector Home Entertainment Series User's Manual - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 2
and legal information 6 Introduction ...7 Projector features 7 Shipping contents 8 Projector exterior view 9 Controls and functions 10 Positioning your projector 12 Choosing a location 12 Safety instructions for ceiling mounting of the projector 13 Obtaining a preferred projected image - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 3
you with a home theater viewing experience. For the best result, please read this manual carefully as it is your best guide to the control menus and product operation. Safety instructions Your BenQ projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 4
Safety Instructions (continued) 7. Never replace the lamp assembly until the projector has cooled down and is unplugged from the power supply. 8. Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high voltages inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 5
not operate the projector lamp beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause them to break on rare occasions. 14. This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting. Safety - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 6
projector. Do not leave rubber or plastic products touching the projector for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish. When cleaning, be sure to follow the cleaning product's safety instructions lamp. To properly dispose of the product or used lamps waste disposal service. The recycling - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 7
on the ambient lighting conditions, selected input source contrast/brightness settings, and is directly proportional to projection distance. • The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers specifications. This is normal and expected behavior. Introduction 7 - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 8
W100 Projector CT Soft carry case User's Quick start User's manual Remote control manual guide CD with batteries Cleaning cloth Audio cable Optional accessories Component Video cable Power cord S-Video cable Video cable 1. Spare lamp kit 2. Ceiling mount manufacturer's instructions and - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 9
3 7 4 PUSH 5 1. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 10 for detailed information.) 2. Ventilation grill 3. 9. AC power cord inlet 10. Kensington anti-theft lock slot 11. RS232 control port 12. Component 1 supports YPbPr, or YCbCr video signal 13. Component 2 supports YPbPr, - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 10
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up 14 or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. 7. Temperature warning light (See "Indica- 8 7 12 6 tors" on page 41 for details.) Flashes red if the projector's temperature 1 5 becomes too high. 8. Power indicator light (See "Indicators - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 11
1. I POWER (See "Start up" on page 23 and "Shutting down the 1 projector" on page 30 for details.) Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. 2 When the projector is in standby, press once to turn the projector 3 on. When the projector is on, press twice to turn the projector to - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 12
the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling. 4. Ceiling rear Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen. Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting Kit - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 13
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 - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 14
, look across that row to the left to find the corresponding screen diagonal listed in that row. That is the projected image size of the projector at that projection distance. 5. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the vertical Offset value. This will determine - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 15
Height Height Installation for a 16:9 ratio screen Ceiling Installation Ceiling Diagonal Offset Projection Distance Center of the lens Screen Floor Installation Diagonal Screen Center are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements. Positioning your projector 15 - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 16
to purchase 4:3 aspect ratio screens to view 16:9 ratio projected images. Ceiling Installation Diagonal Offset Ceiling Projection Distance Floor Installation Diagonal Image Height Screen Center of the lens be slightly different from the actual measurements. 16 Positioning your projector - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 17
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 - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 18
speaker which is designed to provide basic audio functionality. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is mixed into a common mono audio output through the projector speaker. If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output of your Video source device to that - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 19
The projector provides a DVI-I input socket that allows you to connect it to a DVI source device like DVD player, or a VGA output device like notebook or desktop computer. There are three types of DVI connector: DVI-A, DVI-D, and DVI-I. The DVI-I socket is an integrated connector which supports - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 20
connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: or Component Video cable A/V device Audio cable If you connect the projector to a High Definition TV (HDTV) tuner, the following standards are supported: • 480i • 576i • 720p (50/ 60 Hz) • 480p • 576p • 1080i (50/ 60 Hz) • The - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 21
can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an S-Video source device: 1. Take the (optional accessory) S-Video cable and connect one end to the S-Video output socket of the Video source device - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 22
can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an composite Video source device: 1. Take the (optional accessory) Video cable and connect one end to the composite Video output socket of the Video - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 23
Power indicator on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. 2. Remove the lens cap. If it is left on, it could become deformed due to heat. 3. Press and hold (for 2 seconds) the I POWER button on the remote control or projector to start the unit. The Power indicator light flashes - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 24
adjuster button and lift the front of the projector. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the front adjuster button to lock the foot in position. Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause damage to your eyes. Be - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 25
perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the projecting angle of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following ONE of these steps. C CT • Press / or / on the projector to display the status bar labelled Keystone. Press / to correct keystoning at the top - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 26
you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is higher than 3000 feet above sea level, or is hotter than 40°C, or whenever the projector will be used for extended periods of time (>10 hours) without shutdown. To activate the High Altitude Mode, select On by pressing Left/ Right on - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 27
following instructions are optional. You do not need to follow every step. It depends on the image quality you desire. 1. 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 - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 28
video games in a bright living room. 4. Photo Mode: designed for viewing digital pictures in a living room. 5. Family Room: Brightness is emphasis in this brightness To adjust the value, press Left/ Right on remote control or projector. The higher the value, the brighter the image. And lower the - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 29
4. Adjusting tint This function is only available when certain input sources are in use. To adjust the value, press Left/ Right on remote control or projector. The higher the value, the more greenish the image becomes. The lower the value, the more reddish the image becomes. Use this to adjust the - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 30
, wait a few seconds for the message to disappear. 2. The Power indicator light flashes orange and the lamp shuts down, the fans continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector. CT • To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 31
OSD Time Quick Cooling Reset Mirror Source Scan Language Splash Screen High Altitude Mode Auto Off Economic Mode Information Source Resolution Application Mode Equivalent Lamp Hour Source System Application Mode Equivalent Lamp Hour Source Resolution Application Mode Equivalent Lamp Hour *When - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 32
shown on the screen. FUNCTION (default setting / value) DESCRIPTION Application Mode Pre-defined application modes are provided so you can optimize your projector image (PC/DVI-A: set-up to suit your program type. Presentation; You can use the remote control MODE button to select a predefined - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 33
2. Pro-Picture menu Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION (default setting / value) IRE (0) Aspect Ratio (16:9) H Position (0) V Position (0) Phase (depends on the selected input source) H - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 34
off) Volume (5) OSD Time (10) Quick Cooling (off) Reset DESCRIPTION Toggles projector audio between on and off. Adjusts audio volume level. Sets or disables the Quick Cooling function. Selecting On enables the function and projector cooling time will be shortened from a normal 90-second duration to - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 35
(BenQ logo) The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or 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. Refer to "Choosing a location" on page 12 and "Safety instructions - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 36
. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Source Shows the current signal source. Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal. Application Mode Shows the selected mode in the Picture menu. Equivalent Lamp Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used. Hour System Shows the Video input - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 37
only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the lens clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing. Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. • Use a canister of compressed air - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 38
hours. This message will flash in the center of the screen for about 30 seconds together with the Lamp indicator lighting up red for 40 seconds. It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item. Its timer in the projector helps provide information on - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 39
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cord before changing the lamp. • 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 - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 40
screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the screw. 11. Replace the lamp cover on the projector. 12. Tighten the screw that secures the lamp cover. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 41
Light flashing • O : Orange light • R : Red light • : Light ON • G : Green light Light Power Temp Power events O G G - O - O - Lamp - Status & Description Stand-by mode. The Power indicator light is flashing during powering up. The projector is under normal operation. 1. The projector needs - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 42
Light Power Temp Lamp events O - - - Lamp R R Status & Description The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance. 1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or 2. Please contact your dealer - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 43
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 43 - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 44
Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Model name Digital Projector W100 Optical Resolution Display system Lens F/Number Lamp 854 x 480 480P 1-CHIP DMD F=2.6 to 2.77, f= 20.4 to 23.5 mm 200W lamp Electrical Power supply Power - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 45
Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Resolution 640 x 400 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 31.47 31.469 37.861 37.500 43.269 (Hz) 60 50 50 60 50 60 60 Color sub-carrier Frequency (MHz) 3.58 4.43 4.25 or 4.41 3.58 3.58 4.43 4.43 Specifications 45 - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 46
product in accordance with BenQ's written instructions, especially the ambient humidity must be in-between 10% and 90%, temperature inbetween 0°C and 40°C, altitude lower than 10000 feet, and avoiding to operate the projector in a dusty environment. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and - BenQ W100 | User Manual - Page 47
magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation. Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability
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W100 Digital Projector
Home Entertainment Series
User’s Manual