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    MP515/MP525/MP526/ MP575/MP576 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome
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    Table of contents Personalizing the projector menu display 41 Controlling the projector through a Lan environment (MP526/ MP576 only 42 Shutting down the projector 45 Menu operation 46 Maintenance 54 Care of the projector 54 Lamp information 55 Troubleshooting 61 Specifications 62 Warranty
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    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 you 4. Always open the lens shutter or operate your projector. Save it for remove the lens cap when the future reference
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    BLANK on the projector or remote projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the 9. Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged. projector to fall over, causing injury or resulting in damage to the projector. 4 Important safety instructions
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    Safety Instructions (Continued) 13. Do not attempt to disassemble this 15. Do not place this projector in any of projector. There are dangerous high the following environments. voltages inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts. The only user serviceable part
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    may cause a malfunction of, or damage to, the lamp. projector may cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power outlet and call BenQ to have the projector serviced. 17. Do not step on the projector or place any objects upon it. Besides probable 19. This product
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    to your liking • Selectable quick cooling function making the projector cool in a shorter time • FAQ to troubleshoot operational problems with one quick key press • Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations • High quality manual zoom lens • One-key auto-adjustment to display
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    from those illustrated. *The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed information. Projector Quick start guide User manual CD Warranty card* VGA cable Power cord Pull the tab before using the remote control. Remote control with battery
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    Projector exterior view Front/upper side 1 2 3 4 Rear/lower side (MP515) 14 15 16 (MP525/MP575) 5 17 19 1. External control panel (See "Controls and functions" on page 10 for details.) 2. Vent (heated air exhaust) 3. Quick-release button 4. Lens cover 5. Focus ring
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    on page 25 2. Zoom ring up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. "Indicators" on page 60 Adjusts the size of the image. 10. AUTO "Fine page 24 projector is under operation. "Indicators" on page 60 11. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, / Down) 4. Menu/Exit Manually corrects distorted
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    safety matter to your attention to prevent possible damage to person and property. If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed. If you use a non-BenQ
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    12 8. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, / 8 Down) 6 13 Manually corrects distorted images 14 resulting from an angled projection. "Correcting keystone" on the image" on page 24 "Starting up the projector" on page 23, "Shutting down the projector" on page 10. Right/ 45 Activates panel key
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    are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam. Replacing the remote control battery 1. Pull out the battery holder. Please follow the illustrated instructions. Push and hold the locking arm while pulling out the battery holder
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    designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations: 1. Front Table 3. Rear Ceiling Select this location with the projector Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in front of the screen. suspended upside-down from the ceiling This is the most common
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    -angle square) to the horizontal center of the screen. This prevents image distortion caused by angled projections (or projecting onto angled surfaces). If the projector is mounted on a ceiling, it must be mounted upside-down so that it projects at a slightly downward angle. You can see from the
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    ), the closest match in the "Average" column is 4755 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 120'' (about 3 m) screen is required. 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
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    Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 63 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position. Maximum zoom Minimum zoom Screen Center of lens Vertical offset Projection distance Screen size Diagonal Inch mm W (mm) 30 762
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    the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents" on page 8). They are commercially available from device (VGA) (DVI) 1 2 1 6 or 3 6 45 6 Speakers (MP525/MP575) (MP526/MP576) (MP515) 1. VGA cable 2. VGA to DVI-A cable 3. Component
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    on the screen, you can connect the MONITOR OUT signal output jack on the projector to an external monitor following the instructions below: To connect the projector to a monitor: 1. Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on page 19. 2. Take a suitable VGA cable
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    be expected in home theater or home cinema applications. 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 sound
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    which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to a Component Video source device: 1. Take a Component Video to VGA -in speaker will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected. • The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input
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    which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to an S-Video/Video source device: 1. Take an S-Video/Video cable built-in speaker will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected. • The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input
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    off the energizing the lamp. Power On/Off Ring Tone" on page 41 for details. 4. If the projector is activated for the first time, select your OSD language following the on-screen instructions. 5. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to enter a six-digit password. See
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    air comes from. Auto-adjusting the image In some cases, you may need 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-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best
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    image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following ONE of these steps. • Using the remote control Press / on the
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    Timer Panel Key Lock Sleep Timer Splash Screen English Front Table Disable Disable Off Disable BenQ Analog RGB Exit 4. Press Menu/Exit twice* on the projector or remote control to leave and save the settings. *The first press leads you back to the main menu and the second press closes the
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    forget the password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the password you used in this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall. Setting a password Once a password has been set and the power on lock has been activated, the projector cannot be used unless the correct
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    projector or remote control for 3 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the screen. 2. Write down the number and turn off your projector. 3. Seek help from the local BenQ service . Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered
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    page with "Off" shown in the row of Power On Lock. You will not have to enter the password next time when turning on the projector. ii. If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for three seconds, and the message "INPUT PASSWORD" displays for your retry. You
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    SOURCE menu is On (which is the default of this projector) if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals. You can also manually cycle through the available input signals. 1. Press SOURCE on the projector or remote control. A source selection bar displays. 2. Press / until your
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    the picture to a desired size. 4. To navigate the picture, press Mode/Enter to switch to the paning mode and press the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture. 5. To reduce size of the picture, press Mode/Enter to switch back to the zoom in/out
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    can be displayed on those unused black areas. 1. Auto: Scales an image proportionally 3. 4:3: Scales an image so that it is to fit the projector's native resolution displayed in the center of the screen in its horizontal or vertical width. This with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most is suitable
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    signal picture type. To select an operation mode that suits your need, 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 PICTURE > Picture Mode menu and press / to select a desired mode. The
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    when User 1 or User 2 is selected. Based on your needs, you can make adjustments to these functions by highlighting them and pressing / on the projector or remote control. Adjusting Brightness The higher the value, the brighter the image. And the lower the setting, the darker the image. Adjust this
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    vibrant colors in picture. It enables a greater than 50% 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 images with that quality, select On. If you don't need it, select Off. On is
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    can be used to test the color presentation on monitors, TVs, projectors, etc., you can project any image from the disc on the screen 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
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    the presentation timer, press and press / to highlight On and 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 screen. The timer start counting at the time
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    decide whether to restart, continue or turn off the timer by following the on-screen instruction. Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. The word "BLANK" appears in the corner
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    onscreen. Utilizing FAQ function The INFORMATION menu contains possible solutions to problems regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information. To get the FAQ information: 1. Press / on the projector or remote control or press Menu/Exit to open the OSD menu
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    is between 0°C-35°C. Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and ambient temperature is between 0°C and 35°C. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode on under such a condition. To activate the High Altitude Mode: 1. Press Menu/Exit and then press
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    setting On or Off here. Setting the sound mute or changing the sound level will not affect the Power On/Off Ring Tone. Personalizing the projector menu display The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The following settings do not affect the projection settings
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    the Lan Control Settings If you are in a DHCP environment: 1. Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the RJ45 LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJ45 port. 2. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted. 3. Press to highlight
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    your browser and click Go. 2. The remote network operation page opens. This page allows you to operate the projector as if you were using the remote control or control panel on the projector. ii i i • Menu (Exit) • Blank • Auto • Source • () • () See "Remote control" on page 12 for details
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    the person in charge of it. ii. You can adjust the Lan Control Settings. iii. Once set, access to the remote network operation on this projector has been password-protected. iv. Once set, access to the tools page has been password-protected. After making the adjustments, press the Send button and
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    flashes orange, the projection lamp 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
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    Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using. Main menu Sub-menu 1. DISPLAY Wall Color Aspect Ratio Keystone Position Phase H. Size Digital Zoom Picture Mode Reference Mode 2.
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    Main menu Sub-menu Options Language 4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic 5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced Projector Position Front Table/Rear Table/Rear Ceiling/Front Ceiling Menu Settings Menu Display Time 5 sec/10 30 sec sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/
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    Closed Caption Closed Caption Enable Caption Version Control By DHCP Projector IP Lan Control Address Settings Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server Apply Reset All Settings FAQ-Image and Installation FAQ-Features and Service Current System Status Options On/Off CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4
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    for details" on page 31 for details. Picture Mode (Presentation) Reference Mode (Dynamic) Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector image set-up to suit your program type. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 33 for details. Selects a picture mode that best suits
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    2. PICTURE menu Function (default setting/value) Color (0) Tint (0) Sharpness (15) Brilliant Color (On) Color Temperature 3D Color Management Save Settings Description Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video image. See "Adjusting Color" on page 34 for details.
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    . See "Hiding the image" on page 38 for details. Panel Key Lock Disables or enables all panel key functions except II Power on (Off) the projector and keys on the remote control. See "Locking control keys" on page 40 for details. Sleep Timer (Disable) Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer
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    with your computer's so that you can 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 displays the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust
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    FAQ-Features and Service Returns all settings to the factory preset values. The following settings will still remain: Position, Phase, H. Size, User 1, User 2, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude Mode, Security Settings, and Baud Rate. Displays possible solutions to problems you may
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    wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case. Storing the projector If you need to store the projector for an extended time, please follow the instructions below: • Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range
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    Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: • MP575/MP576 Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 1 (hours used in
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    cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the actual on-screen instructions to prepare If the projector is normally run with to operate the projector until the 2950 avoid the inconvenience when the projector runs out of lamp be replaced before the projector will operate normally.
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    the lamp socket to avoid any possible injury or damage to the human eyes caused by fractured lamp. 1. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. If the lamp is hot, avoid burns by waiting for approximately 45 minutes until the lamp has cooled. 2. Protect the
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    the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, or near flammable materials. • Do not insert your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical components inside, it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images
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    . • Do not over tighten the screw. 11. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place. 12. Replace the lamp cover on the projector. 13. Tighten the screws that secure the lamp cover. • Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. • Do not over tighten the
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    down. Or Please contact your dealer for assistance. Thermal events Off Red Green Orange Red Green Orange The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to Red re-start the projector, it will shut down again. Please Green contact your dealer for assistance. Orange Red Green Orange Red Green
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    Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy There is no power from the power cord. Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process. Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outlet. If the power outlet
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    pin x 1 Lan control (MP526/MP576) RJ45 x 1 IR receiver x 1 Input terminals Computer input RGB input (MP515) D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 2 (MP525/MP526/MP575/MP576) D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 Video signal input S-VIDEO Mini DIN 4-pin port x 1 VIDEO RCA jack x 1 SD/HDTV signal input Analog - Component RCA
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    Dimensions 255 mm (W) x 110 mm (H) x 217 mm (D) 255 217 110 Ceiling mount installation 60.23 66 36.69 Ceiling mount screws: M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm) 67.00 119.00 189.00 100.00 50.00 Unit: mm 69.41 84.00 82.50 116.00 82.50 PUSH 61.00 127.12 255.25 111.41 107.28 218.69
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    Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Resolution Mode 720 x 400 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1024 x 576 1024 x 600 1280 x 800 1280 x 1024 1280 x 960 1440 x
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    Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input Signal Format 480i(525i)@60Hz 480p .00 50.00 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
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    ). To obtain warranty service, immediately notify the in accordance with BenQ's written instructions, especially the ambient humidity must , and avoiding to operate the projector in a dusty environment. This warranty , chemical, manual or otherwise, revision or changes. *DLP, Digital Micromirror Device
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    energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is shop where you purchased the equipment or your household waste disposal service. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources and
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    products allows us to support government in making accessible technology choices BenQ's LCD monitors and projectors are compliant with Section to assist the hearing impaired. • All BenQ monitors and projectors come with user manuals on compact discs which could be easily read by commercial software
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