BenQ MX760 - 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. • Network Settings allowing management of projector status from a co...

Introduction 8 Shipping contents 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 supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. *T...

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

Introduction 10 Controls and functions Projector 8. TEMPerature warning light Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too high. 9. LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem. 10. AUTO Automatically determines the bes...

Introduction 11 Remote control 1. ON/OFF Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. 2. Source selection buttons (COMPUTER-1, COMPUTER-2, VIDEO, S-VIDEO) Selects an input source for display. 3. MENU/EXIT Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and save...

Introduction 12 17. ZOOM+/ZOOM- Magnifies or reduces the projected image size. 18. VOLUME+/VOLUME- Adjusts the sound level. 19. MUTE Toggles projector audio between on and off. 20. ASPECT Selects the display aspect ratio. 21. MIC/VOL +/- Adjusts the microphone sound level. 22. CAPTURE Captures the p...

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. Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 71 for the center of lens dimensio...

Positioning your projector 16 Shifting the projection lens The lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector. It allows the projector to be positioned off the center of the screen. The lens shift is expressed as a percentage of the projected image height or width. It is measu...

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 include...

Connection 18 • 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 a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press FN and the l...

Connection 19 Playing sound through the projector You can make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker in your presentations, and also connect separate amplified speakers to the AUDIO OUT socket of the projector. If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio o...

Operation 21 Operation Starting up the projector 1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. Please use the original accessories (e...

Operation 22 Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 2 rear adjuster feet. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: 1. Press the quick-release button and lift the front...

Operation 23 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, if you want the projector to...

Operation 24 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. The following example describes how to set the OSD language. 1. Press MENU/EXIT on the projector or remote control to turn the...

Operation 25 Securing the projector Using a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a lock, such as the Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the rear side of the projector. A Kensington ...

Operation 26 If you forget the password If the password function is activated, you will be asked to enter the six-digit password every time you turn on the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the password error message as pictured to the right is displayed lasting for 3 seconds, and the INPU...

Operation 27 Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings > Change Security Settings menu after opening the OSD menu system. Press MODE/ENTER. The message “INPUT PASSWORD” is displayed. Enter the current password. i. ...

Operation 28 Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen at a time. When starting up, the projector automatically searches for the available signals. Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu...

Operation 29 Magnifying and searching for details If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the direction arrow keys for navigating the picture. • Using the remote control 1. Press ZOOM+/ZOOM- to display the Zoom bar. Press ZOOM+ to magnify the center of the ...

Operation 30 About the aspect ratio • In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas. • OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas. 1. Auto : Scales an image proportionally to fit the projector's native resolution in its horizontal or...

Operation 31 Optimizing the image Using Wall Color In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected picture’s colors to prevent possible color difference between the source and projec...

Operation 32 8. The confirmation message “Setting Saved” is displayed. Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available when User 1 or User 2 is selected. Based on your needs, you can make adjustments to these functi...

Operation 33 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 34 7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments. 8. Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments. 9. Press MENU/EXIT to exit and save the settings. Setting the presentation timer Presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better ...

Operation 35 Remote paging operations Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using the paging function. See "Connection" on page 17 for details. You can operate your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to page up/down commands (like Mic...

Operation 36 Locking control keys With the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). When the Panel Key Lock is on, no control keys on the projector will operate except POWER. 1. Press / on the projector ...

Operation 37 1. Press CAPTURE on the remote control. 2. A confirmation message is displayed. Press CAPTURE or MODE/ENTER again. 3. The message 'Screen Capturing...' is displayed while the projector is processing the picture. Please wait. 4. If the action is successful, you see the message 'Captured ...

Operation 38 Controlling the projector through a LAN environment You can manage and control the projector from one or more remote computers when they are properly connected to the same local area network. Cable connection If you are in a DHCP environment: 1. Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to ...

Operation 39 Wireless connection To connect to the projector wirelessly, you have to plug a BenQ wireless dongle (optional) to the USB Type A connector on the projector, and then only a few OSD configuration steps are required. 1. Make sure the projector is turned on. 2. Do one of the following: • P...

Operation 40 Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Once you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby mode, you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projector. • If you are using Microsoft Internet Exp...

Operation 48 Displaying images through Q Presenter Downloading and installing Q Presenter Q Presenter is an application running on the host PC. It helps connect your computer to an available network projector and transfer the desktop contents to the network projector via local network connection. 1....

Operation 51 Presenting from a USB Reader This feature displays a slide show of images stored on a USB flash drive connected to the projector. It can eliminate the need for a computer source. Supported image formats: • A square box will be displayed on the filename for unidentified characters. • Tha...

Operation 52 Shutting down the projector 1. Press POWER on the projector or OFF on the remote control, and a confirmation message will be displayed 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...

Operation 53 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 Options 1. DISPLAY Wall Color Off / Light Yellow / Pink / Light Green / Blue / Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto ...

Operation 56 Description of each menu Function Description Wall Color Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface is not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 31 for details. Aspect Ratio There are several options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on your input...

Operation 58 Function Description Quick Auto Search See "Switching input signal" on page 28 for details. Color Space Conversion See "Changing Color Space" on page 28 for details. Presentation Timer Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "...

Operation 61 Function Description FAQ-Image and Installation Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter. FAQ-Features and Service Current System Status SourceShows the current signal source. Picture ModeShows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu. ResolutionShows the native resolution...

Maintenance 62 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 and case clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing. Cleaning the lens...

Maintenance 63 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. See "Setting Lamp Mode as Economic" below for more information on Economic mode. To obtain the lamp hour ...

Maintenance 64 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. Go to h...

Maintenance 65 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 68 Indicators Light Status & Description Power events Orange Off Off Stand-by mode. Green Flashing Off Off Powering up. Green Off Off Normal operation. Orange Flashing Off Off • The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down...

Troubleshooting 69 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 cord. Plug the power cord into the AC power jack on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power o...

Specifications 70 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 = 2.45 Lamp 300 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100–240V, 4.88 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic) Power consumption 488...

Specifications 71 Dimensions 290 mm (W) x 128 mm (H) x 252 mm (D) Ceiling mount installation 290 252 128 62 71 4 5 2 .6 5 3 9 7 .4 0 3 6 4 .4 0 84.00 145.50 251.83 132.31 86.73 228.00 1 4 9 .5 0 242.04 8 4 .0 0 289.98 Ceiling Mount screw: M4 x 8 (Max L = 8 mm) Unit: mm

Specifications 72 Timing chart Supported timing for PC input *Supported timing for 3D function. Resolution Mode Vertical Frequency (Hz) Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Pixel Frequency (MHz) 640 x 480 VGA_60* 59.940 31.469 25.175 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269...

Specifications 74 Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. *Supported timing for 3D function. Supported timing for Component-YP b P r input Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration. Support...

Warranty and Copyright information 75 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 76 Regulation statements FCC statement (for United States users) 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, t...