BenQ MP723 - Manual

Introduction 7 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. • Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several p...

Introduction 8 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...

Introduction 9 Projector exterior view 1. Lamp cover 2. Vent (heated air exhaust) 3. Lens sliding door 4. Quick-release button 5. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 10 for details.) 6. Focus ring and Zoom ring 7. Vent (cool air intake) 8. Front IR remote sensor 9. Projection len...

Introduction 10 Controls and functions Projector 1. Focus ringAdjusts the focus of the projected image. See "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 32 for details. 2. Zoom ringAdjusts the size of the image. See "Fine- tuning the image size and clarity" on page 32 for details...

Introduction 11 Remote control 1. Power Toggles the projector on or off.See "Starting up the projector" on page 26 and "Shutting down the projector" on page 45 for details. 2. ASPECTSelects the display aspect ratio. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 34 for details. 3. ...

Introduction 12 13. Indicator lightFlashes or lights red when any key on the remote control is pressed. 14. MODEDepending upon which input signal is selected, selects an available picture mode. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 35 for details. 15. FREEZEFreezes the projected image. See ...

Introduction 13 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...

Positioning your projector 14 Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations: Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and po...

Positioning your projector 15 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. 4:3 is the native aspect ratio of this projector. To be able to project a complete 16:9 (wides...

Positioning your projector 16 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...

Connection 18 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 ...

Connection 20 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 D-SUB OUT signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA or VGA to DVI-A cable by following the instructions below. To connect the pro...

Connection 21 Connecting Video source devices This section describes how to connect the projector to Video source devices using video cables. Video cable connections are recommended for Video presentations. You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the fo...

Connection 22 Connecting a DVI source device The projector provides a DVI input socket that allows you to connect it to a DVI source device like a DVD player, or a VGA output device like a notebook or desktop computer. There are three types of DVI connectors: DVI-A, DVI-D, and DVI-I. The DVI-I socke...

Connection 23 In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s DVI-D input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV. See "Changing Color Space" on page 31 for details. Connecting a Component Video source dev...

Connection 24 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...

Connection 25 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...

Operation 26 Operation Starting up the projector 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. Slide the lens cover open. If it is closed,...

Operation 27 Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. To use the OSD menus, please set the OSD menu to your familiar language first. 1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote c...

Operation 28 Securing the projector Using a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent stealing. If not, purchase a lock, like Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the rear side of the projector. See item 11 on page ...

Operation 29 Setting a password Once a password has been set and the power on lock is activated, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started. Once a password has been set and the splash screen lock is activated, you cannot change the splash...

Operation 30 Entering the password recall procedure Press and hold AUTO on the projector or remote control for 3 seconds. The projector will display a coded number on the screen. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number. You...

Operation 31 Though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should you ever need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password. Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only di...

Operation 32 Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: 1. Press the quick-release button and lift the front...

Operation 33 Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected 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 co...

Operation 34 3. Press repeatedly to magnify 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/ent...

Operation 35 4. Real: The image is projected as its original resolution, and resized to fit within the display area. For input signals with lower resolutions, the projected image will display smaller than if resized to full screen. You could adjust the zoom setting or move the projector towards the ...

Operation 36 YPbPr/S-Video/Video/HDCP Signal Input1. Dynamic mode: Is suitable for playing gamebox-based video games in a normal living room lighting level environment. 2. Standard mode (Default): Is appropriate for viewing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras or DVs. 3. Cinema mode: Is...

Operation 37 Adjusting Color Highlight Color in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control. Lower setting produces less saturated colors; setting to the minimum value makes the image black and white. If the setting is too high, colors on the image will be...

Operation 38 3D Color Management In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where building external windows allow daylight into the room. Only in permanent installations with contro...

Operation 39 6. Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing / . The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately. 7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments. 8. Make sure you have...

Operation 40 7. To activate 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 ENTER on the remote control to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is On” displaying on the scr...

Operation 41 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 of the screen while the image is hidden. When this function is activated with an audio ...

Operation 42 Utilizing FAQ function The INFORMATION menu contains possible solutions to problems encountered by users 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...

Operation 43 Operating in a high altitude environment We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m –3000 m above sea level, and temperature is between 0°C–35°C. Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and temperature is betw...

Operation 44 Adjusting the sound The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker. Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connection" on page 18 for how the audio input is connected. Muting the sound To temporarily turn o...

Operation 45 Shutting down the projector 1. Press Power and a confirmation message will display prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. 2. Press Power a second time. The Power indicator light flashes orange, the projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will ...

Operation 46 Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu Options 1. DISPLAY Wall Color Off / Light Yellow / Pink / Light Green / Blue / Blackboard Aspect Ratio 4:3 / 16:9 / Auto / Real KeystonePositionPh...

Operation 48 DISPLAY menu SOURCE menu FUNCTION (default setting/ value) DESCRIPTION Wall Color ( Off ) Correct the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 35 for details. Aspect Ratio (Auto) There are four options to set the image's ...

Operation 49 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/DVI-A/DVI- D: Dynamic ; YPbPr/ S-Video/ Video: Standard ) Pre-defined pict...

Operation 50 SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu FUNCTION (default setting / value) DESCRIPTION Presentation Timer Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 39 for details. Language Sets the language for the On-Screen Disp...

Operation 51 SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu FUNCTION (default setting / value) DESCRIPTION Quick Cooling ( On ) Enables 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 approximately 30 seconds. Hi...

Operation 52 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 FAQ-Image and Installation Displays possible s...

Maintenance 53 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...

Maintenance 54 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: Total (equivalent) lamp hour= 1 (hours used in ...

Maintenance 55 Timing of replacing the lamp When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode. The Lam...

Maintenance 56 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 ...

Maintenance 59 Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events Orange Orange Orange The projector has just been connected to a power outlet or the lamp door is open. Orange Off Off Stand-by mode. Green Flashing Off Off Powering up. Green Off Off Normal operation. Orange Flashi...

Troubleshooting 60 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...

Specifications 61 Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Resolution 1024 x 768 XGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F=2.4 to 2.48, f= 20.7 to 22.8 mm Lamp 280 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100–240V, 4.5A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic...

Specifications 62 Dimensions 274.87 mm (W) x 131.30 mm (H) x 304.99 mm (D) 274.87 304.99 131.30 48.57 74.30

Specifications 63 Timing chart Supported timing for PC (including DVI-D) input Supported timing for Component-YP b P r input 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 VGA_72 37.500 75.000 31.500...

Specifications 64 Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Video mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Color sub-carrier Frequency (MHz) NTSC 15.73 60 3.58 PAL 15.63 50 4.43 SECAM 15.63 50 4.25 or 4.41 PAL-M 15.73 60 3.58 PAL-N 15.63 50 3.58 PAL-60 15.73 60 4.43 NTSC4.43 15.73...

Warranty and Copyright information 65 Warranty and Copyright information 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...

Regulation statements 66 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 ...