Page 3 - Table of contents
Table of contents iii Table of contents Important safety instructions .................................... 1Introduction ............................................................... 5 Projector features ................................................................. 5Shipping contents ............
Page 5 - Important safety instructions; Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions 1 Important safety instructions Your BenQ projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual...
Page 9 - Introduction; Projector features
Introduction 5 Introduction Projector features The projector 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. • Selectable password protected function • Compact and portable unit...
Page 10 - Shipping contents; Standard accessories
Introduction 6 Shipping contents The projector is shipped with the cables required for connection to a PC or video equipment. Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contact your place of purchase. Standard accessories The sup...
Page 11 - Projector exterior view; Rear side
Introduction 7 Projector exterior view Front/upper side Rear side See "Connection" on page 17 for details. Lower side view 1. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 8 for details.) 2. Vent (heated air exhaust) 3. Projection lens 4. Quick-release button 5. Lens cap 6. Focus r...
Page 12 - Controls and functions; Projector
Introduction 8 Controls and functions Projector 1. Power (Refer to "Start up" on page 23 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 34 for more information.) Turns the projector on or off. 2. Blank/Q? (Refer to "Hiding the image" on page 30 and "Utilizing FAQ function"...
Page 14 - Remote control
Introduction 10 Remote control 1. Power (Refer to "Start up" on page 23 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 34 for more information.) Turns the projector on or off. 2. Freeze Freezes the projected image. An icon " " will display in the lower right corner of the screen. ...
Page 15 - Remote control effective range
Introduction 11 Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensors are located on the front and the back of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensors to function correctly. The distance be...
Page 16 - Positioning your projector; Choosing a location
Positioning your projector 12 Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations: 1. Table in front of screen; 2. Ceiling in front of screen; 3. Table at rear of screen; 4. Ceiling at rear of screen. Your room layo...
Page 18 - Obtaining a preferred projected image size
Positioning your projector 14 Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors in the projected image size. The native resolution of the projector is 800 x 600 pixels, which is a 4 to 3 aspect ratio (ex...
Page 19 - How to determine the position of the projector for a given; How to determine the recommended screen size for a
Positioning your projector 15 How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size 1. Select your screen size. 2. Refer to the table and find the closest match to your screen size in the left columns labelled '4:3 Screen Diagonal'. Using this value, look across this row to the righ...
Page 21 - Connection; Connecting a computer or monitor; Connecting a computer; To connect the projector to a laptop or desktop computer:
Connection 17 Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. 2. Use the correct signal cables for each source. 3. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included ...
Page 22 - Connecting a monitor
Connection 18 Connecting a monitor If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the RGB signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA cable following the instructions below: 1. Connect the projector to a computer as d...
Page 23 - Connecting Video source devices; Best video quality; Better video quality; Connecting Audio
Connection 19 Connecting Video source devices You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: • Component Video • S-Video • Video (composite) You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above ...
Page 24 - Connecting a Component Video source device; To connect the projector to a Component Video source device:
Connection 20 Connecting a Component Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output sockets available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the dev...
Page 25 - Connecting an S-Video source device; To connect the projector to an S-Video source device:
Connection 21 Connecting an S-Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video output socket available: • If so, you 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 pr...
Page 26 - Connecting a composite Video source device; To connect the projector to an composite Video source device:
Connection 22 Connecting a composite Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused composite Video output sockets available: • If so, you can continue with this procedure. • If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the dev...
Page 27 - Operation; Start up
Operation 23 Operation Start up 1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check that the 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 defo...
Page 28 - Utilizing the password function; Setting a password
Operation 24 Utilizing the password function For security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. For details of the OSD menu operation, please refer to "Us...
Page 29 - If you forget the password
Operation 25 If you forget the password You will be asked to enter the four digit password every time you turn on the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the password error message displays. You can retry by pressing Up 5 , or if you did not record the password in this manual, and you absolu...
Page 30 - Switching input signal; Adjusting the projected image; Adjusting the projection angle
Operation 26 Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one at a time. When SOURCE on the projector control panel or the remote control is pressed, information of current signal and resolution will display at the lower rig...
Page 31 - Auto-adjusting the image
Operation 27 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 pictu...
Page 32 - Selecting the aspect ratio
Operation 28 For example, Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and digital TV and DVDs are usually in 16:9 ratio. With the advent of digital signal pr...
Page 33 - Selecting a picture mode
Operation 29 Selecting a picture 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 repeatedly until your desired mode is selec...
Page 34 - Hiding the image
Operation 30 Hiding the image In order to draw the audience’s full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK to hide the screen image. Press any key on the control panel to restore the image. The word “BLANK” appears at the lower right corner of the screen while the image is hidden. When this fu...
Page 36 - Activating panel key lock
Operation 32 • Do not unplug the RS232 cable or close MyScreen Wizard window while downloading image. Failing to do so will lead to immediate shutdown of the projector and MyScreen utility. If this happens, unplug the power cord and plug it again to restart the download process. Activating panel key...
Page 37 - Setting the presentation timer; Freezing the image
Operation 33 Setting the presentation timer Presentation timer can indicate the remaining presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentation. Follow these steps to utilize this function: 1. Press TIMER SETUP on the remote control to enter timer settin...
Page 38 - Utilizing FAQ function
Operation 34 Utilizing FAQ function Press and hold BLANK/Q? on the projector for 3 seconds or go to Advanced > FAQ . Possible solutions to problems encountered by users regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information are available to you. Use Menu 6 /EXIT ...
Page 39 - Menu operation; Menu system; Picture
Operation 35 Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. *When a Video or S-Video signal is connected, the function is only available with NTSC system selected. Functions available when receiving different signal types... ...
Page 40 - Using the menus
Operation 36 Using the menus The projector is equipped with on-screen display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. There are 17 different menu languages. (Refer to page "Advanced menu" on page 41 for more details.) The following example describes the adjustment of the key...
Page 41 - Picture menu; DESCRIPTION; Picture Mode
Operation 37 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) DESCRIPTION Picture Mode (PC: Dynamic; YPbPr/ S-Video/ Video: Standard) Pre-defined application modes a...
Page 44 - Setting menu
Operation 40 Setting menu FUNCTION (default setting / value) DESCRIPTION Mute (off) Toggles projector audio and Power On/Off Tone between on and off. To disable Power On/Off Tone, go to Setting > Mute and press Left 3 /Right 4 . Then press Down 6 to choose Power On/Off Tone and press Left 3 /Righ...
Page 45 - Advanced menu
Operation 41 Advanced menu FUNCTION (default setting / value) DESCRIPTION Mirror (Floor front) 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 y...
Page 46 - FAQ
Operation 42 High Altitude Mode (off) A mode for operation in areas like high altitude or high temperature. We recommend 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 period...
Page 47 - Information menu; FUNCTION; Source; Resolution; System
Operation 43 Information menu This menu shows you the current operating status of the projector. Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Source Shows the current signal source. Resolu...
Page 48 - Maintenance; Care of the projector; Cleaning the lens; Cleaning the projector case
Maintenance 44 Maintenance Care of the projector Your projector needs little maintenance. The 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 th...
Page 49 - Lamp information; Calculation of lamp hour; Warning message; Message
Maintenance 45 Lamp information Calculation of 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: Total (equivalent) lamp hour = (hours used in Econom...
Page 50 - Replacing the lamp
Maintenance 46 Replacing the lamp • 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 ...
Page 52 - Temperature information
Maintenance 48 14. Restart the projector. Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. 15. Resetting the lamp counter Do not reset if the lamp is not replaced as this could cause damage. i. Press and hold the Exit 5 button on the projector for 5 seconds to display the total used lamp time. ...
Page 53 - Indicators; Illustration; Lamp events
Maintenance 49 Indicators Illustration • Blank -: Light OFF • O : Orange light • : Light flashing • R: Red light • : Light ON • G: Green light Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events The projector has just been connected to a power outlet. - - Stand-by mode. - - Powering up. - - ...
Page 54 - Light
Maintenance 50 Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Thermal events - - The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance. - - - - R R R R G R O R R R R R G R R O G R R G R G G R O O R R O R G O ...
Page 55 - Troubleshooting; THE PROJECTOR DOES NOT TURN ON.
Troubleshooting 51 Troubleshooting THE PROJECTOR DOES NOT TURN ON. NO PICTURE BLURRED IMAGE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK THE PASSWORD IS INCORRECT Cause Remedy There is no power from the power cable. Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outle...
Page 56 - Specifications; Projector specifications
Specifications 52 Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. General Product name Digital Projector Model name MP611/MP611c Optical Resolution 800 x 600 SVGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F=2.6 to 2.77, f= 20.4 to 23.5 mm Lamp 200W lamp...
Page 57 - Timing chart; Supported timing for PC input
Specifications 53 Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Supported timing for Component-YP b P r input Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Frequency (MHz) Mode 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 VGA_60 37.861 72.809 31.500...
Page 58 - Dimensions
Specifications 54 Dimensions 278 mm (W) x 94 mm (H) x 219.5 mm (D) Unit: mm 219.5 278 94 64.3 53
Page 59 - Warranty; Limited warranty
Warranty 55 Warranty Limited warranty BenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and storage. Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, BenQ's onl...
Page 60 - Regulation statements; FCC statement; EEC statement
Regulation statements 56 Regulation statements FCC statement CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that ...