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- Page 1 W1300 Digital Projector Home Cinema Series User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Important safety Switching input signal......35 Using the preset and user modes..36 instructions ....3 Advanced picture quality controls..39 Projector features..7 Adjusting the sound ....... 42 Selecting the aspect ratio...... 43 Shipping contents ........8 Magnifying and searching for details... -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important safety instructions Your 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 and marked on the product. Safety Instructions Please read this manual before In some countries, the line voltage is... - Page 4 Safety Instructions (Continued) The lamp becomes extremely hot Do not place this product on an during operation. Allow the unstable cart, stand, or table. The projector to cool for approximately product may fall, sustaining serious 45 minutes prior to removing the damage.
- Page 5 Safety Instructions (Continued) Do not place this projector in any of Do not block the ventilation holes. the following environments. - Do not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft surface. - Space that is poorly ventilated or - Do not cover this projector with a cloth confined.
- Page 6 BenQ to have the attachment through the use of the projector serviced. wrong gauge or length screws.
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Page 7: Projector Features
Projector features • Full HD compatible The projector is compatible with Standard Definition TV (SDTV) 480i, 576i, Enhanced Definition television (EDTV) 480p, 576p and High Definition TV (HDTV) 720p, 1080i/p 60Hz formats, with the 1080p format providing a true 1:1 image reproduction. •... -
Page 8: Shipping Contents
Remote Control Batteries W1300 Video Projector User Manual • User Manual Regulation statements Eco facts BenQ.com © 2011 BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. Rights of modification reserved. P/N: 5B.J9M01.001 User manual CD Quick start guide Warranty card Power cable VGA cable... -
Page 9: Projector Exterior View
Projector exterior view Lamp compartment cover Front/upper side Projection lens Quick-release button External control panel (See "Projector" on page 11 details.) Top IR remote sensor Lens Shift Focus ring and Zoom ring Audio speaker Vent (cool air intake) Front IR remote sensor Lens cap &... -
Page 10: Bottom Side
Celling mount holes Front adjuster foot Bottom side Rear adjuster foot Projector features... -
Page 11: Controls And Functions
Controls and functions Projector TEMPerature indicator light Lights up red if the projector's temperature becomes too high. See "Indicators" on page 64 for details. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up) Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. "Correcting keystone" on page 30 details. -
Page 12: Remote Control
Remote control Up cursor/Keystone ( : Navigates and changes settings in the OSD. See "Using the menus" on page 31 for details. : Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. See "Correcting keystone" on page 30 details. MENU/ EXIT MENU: Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. -
Page 13: Color Temp
13. CONTRAST 24. Right cursor/Increase volume level Displays the CONTRAST setting bar. See "Adjusting Contrast" on page 38 : Navigates and changes settings in details. the OSD. See "Using the menus" on page 14. COLOR for details. Displays the COLOR setting bar. See : Increase Volume. -
Page 14: Remote Control Effective Range
Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front and the top of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 60 degrees perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control sensor to function correctly. The distance between the remote control and the sensor should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet). -
Page 15: Replacing The Remote Control Battery
Replacing the remote control battery Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the supplied batteries taking note of the polarity (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover. • Avoid excessive heat and humidity. •... -
Page 16: Positioning Your Projector
Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Note that a special rear projection screen Mounting Kit from your dealer to mount and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mounting your projector on the ceiling. Kit are required for this installation location. -
Page 17: Obtaining A Preferred Projected Image Size
Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting (if available), and the video format each factors in the projected image size. The projector should always be placed horizontally level (like flat on a table), and positioned directly perpendicular (90°... - Page 18 For example, if your have a 16:9 aspect ratio screen and your measured projection distance was 5.0 m (5000 mm), the closest match in the "avg" on page 19 column is 5008 mm. Looking across this row shows that a 130-inch screen is required. Checking the min.
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Page 19: Projection Dimensions
Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 67 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position. Ceiling Installation Floor Installation <B> <A> <F> <D> <E> <A> <G> <B> <E> <G> <C> <D> <F> <C> <F>: Screen <G>: Center of lens <F>: Screen... - Page 20 7194 10000 There is 5% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics.
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Page 21: Shifting The Projection Lens
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 half height. It is measured as an offset from the projected image’s vertical center. -
Page 22: Connection
Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: Turn all equipment off before making any connections. Use the correct signal cables for each source. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. • In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents"... -
Page 23: Component Video Connection
Component Video connection Notebook or desktop computer A/V device Speakers Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) Audio cable adapter cable Component Video to Component Audio L/R cable cable Connection... -
Page 24: Video Connection
Video connection Notebook or desktop computer A/V device Speakers Video cable Audio cable Audio L/R cable Connection... -
Page 25: Computer/Pc Connection
Computer/PC connection Notebook or desktop computer A/V device Speakers USB cable Audio cable VGA cable • 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. -
Page 26: Connecting Video Source Devices
Connecting video source devices You need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the projector and the video source device as described below: Terminal name Terminal appearance... -
Page 27: Playing Sound Through The Projector
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 output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the mono audio projector. -
Page 28: Operation
Operation Starting up the projector 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 light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. Please use the original accessories (e.g. -
Page 29: Adjusting The Projected Image
Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 2 rear adjuster foot. These adjusters change the image height and projection angle. To adjust the projector: Press the quick-release button and lift the front of the projector. -
Page 30: Correcting Keystone
Fine-tuning the image size and clarity Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the ZOOM ring. FOCUS Z O O M Then sharpen the image by rotating the FOCUS ring. FOCUS Z O O M Correcting keystone Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. -
Page 31: Using The Menus
OSD menu on. language. Picture System Setup: Basic Picture Mode Stand Language ENTER User Mode Management Background Color Black Brightness Splash Screen BenQ Contrast Projector Position Front Table Color Auto Off Disable Tint Sleep Timer Disable Sharpness Menu Settings Color Temperature... -
Page 32: Securing The Projector
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 a Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the left side of the projector. -
Page 33: If You Forget The Password
BenQ the screen. Customer Center. Write down the number and turn off your projector. Seek help from the local BenQ service Recall code: 12345678 center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase... -
Page 34: Disabling The Password Function
To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT. Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go back to the System Setup: Advanced > Password > Power on Lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Select Off by pressing . The message 'INPUT PASSWORD' displays. Enter the current password. i. -
Page 35: Switching Input Signal
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. You can also manually cycle through the available input signals. HDMI 1 Press SOURCE on the projector or HDMI 2 press input source directly from the remote control. -
Page 36: Using The Preset And User Modes
Using the preset and user modes Selecting a preset mode The projector is preset with several pre-defined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type. To select a preset mode that suits your need: Press MENU/EXIT and then press until the Picture menu is highlighted. -
Page 37: Resetting The Picture Mode
Setting the User 1/User 2/User 3 mode There are three user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the selected User mode) as a starting point and customize the settings. In the Picture menu, highlight Preset Mode and press to select User 1, User 2, or User 3 mode. -
Page 38: Adjusting Brightness
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 mode is selected. You can make adjustments to these functions based on your needs. Adjusting Brightness Highlight Brightness in the Picture menu and adjust the values by pressing on the projector or remote control. -
Page 39: Advanced Picture Quality Controls
Selecting a Color Temperature Highlight Color Temperature in the Picture menu and adjust the values by pressing on the projector or remote control. The options available for color temperature* settings vary according to the signal type selected. Normal: Maintains normal colorings for white. Cool: Makes images appear bluish white. -
Page 40: Setting A Preferred Color Temperature
Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness. • Gamma 1.6/1.8/2.0/BenQ Select these values according to your preference. • Gamma 2.2 Increases the average brightness of the picture. Best for a lit environment, meeting room or family room. -
Page 41: Color Management
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 controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered. -
Page 42: Adjusting The Sound
Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less saturated colors; a setting of “0” removes that color from the image entirely. If the saturation is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic. Setting Film Mode Highlight Film Mode in the Display menu and select On by pressing on the... -
Page 43: Selecting The Aspect Ratio
Turning off the Power on/off ring tone Repeat steps 1-2 above. Press to highlight Power on/off ring tone and press to select Off. The only way to change Power on/off ring tone is setting On or Off here. Setting the sound mute or changing the sound level will not affect the Power on/off ring tone. - Page 44 Real: The image is projected as its Wide: Stretches the picture original resolution, and resized to fit horizontally in a non-linear manner, within the display area. For input that is, the edges of the picture are signals with lower resolutions, the stretched more than the center of projected image will display smaller the picture to prevent distortion of...
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Page 45: Magnifying And Searching For Details
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. Press MENU/EXIT and then press until the Display menu is highlighted. Press to highlight Digital Zoom and press MODE/ENTER. -
Page 46: Operating In A High Altitude Environment
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–30°C. Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and temperature is between 0°C and 35C. -
Page 47: Hiding The Image
Hiding the image In order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use ECO BLANK on the projector or remote control to hide the screen image. Press any key on the projector or remote control to restore the image. The word 'BLANK' appears at the lower right corner of the screen while the image is hidden. -
Page 48: Menu Operation
Normal/Economic/SmartEco Black Level Clarity Control Noise Reduction:0-31 Color Red Gain/Green Gain/Blue Gain/ Temperature Fine Red Offset/Green Offset/Blue Tuning Offset Advanced… 1.6/1.8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.5/2.6/2.8/ Gamma Selection BenQ Brilliant Color On/Off Primary Color Color (Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/ Management Yellow)/Hue/Gain/Saturation Reset Picture Reset/Cancel Settings Mute Volume Audio Setup... - Page 49 Auto (as signal has inforframe)/Off/ 3D Mode Frame Sequential/Frame Packing/ Top-Bottom/Side-by-Side 3D Sync Invert Language Background Black/Blue/Purple Color Splash Screen BenQ/Black/Blue Projector Front Table/Rear Table/?Rear Position Ceiling/Front Ceiling Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/ System Auto Off 20 min/25 min/30 min Setup: Basic...
- Page 50 Main menu Sub-menu Options Reset Lamp Timer Lamp Settings Equivalent Lamp Hour Auto/PC Signal/Video Signal HDMI Settings HDMI Format PC Signal 0 ~255 level Video Signal 16~235 level 2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/ Baud Rate 38400/57600/115200 Test Pattern On/Off Closed Caption System On/Off Enable Closed Caption Setup: Caption Version...
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Page 51: Description Of Each Menu
Description of each menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Preset Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. "Fine-tuning the selected picture mode" on page 36 for details. Selects a preset mode that most suits your need for the picture User Mode quality and further fine tune the picture based on the selects list Management... -
Page 52: Brilliant Color
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Black Level Sets the picture grayscale as 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE. See "Setting Black Level" on page 39 for details. Clarity Control "Controlling image clarity" on page 39 for details. Color Temperature Fine Tuning "Setting a preferred color temperature" on page 40 for details. - Page 53 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION There are several options to set the image's aspect ratio depending Aspect Ratio on your input signal source. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page for details. Corrects any keystoning of the image manually. See "Correcting Keystone keystone" on page 30 for details.
- Page 54 Color Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector Splash Screen start-up. Three options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, or Blue screen. The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with Projector one or more mirrors.
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Page 55: Menu Display Time
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Menu Display Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments. Menu Menu Position Settings Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position. Blank Reminder Message Selecting On allows the projector to show you to blank reminder message. - Page 56 BenQ video display devices. Accordingly, we recommend that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician.
- Page 57 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Source Shows the current signal source. Preset Mode Shows the selected mode in the Preset menu. Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal. Color System Current Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM or RGB. System Status Equivalent Lamp Hour Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.
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Page 58: Maintenance
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. -
Page 59: Lamp Information
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: "Setting Lamp mode as Economic or SmartEco" below for more information on Economic mode. -
Page 60: Timing Of Replacing The Lamp
59), you may continue to Lamp >XXXX Hours operate the projector until the next lamp warning appears. Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com A new lamp should be fitted to avoid the Notice inconvenience when the projector runs out of Replace Lamp soon lamp time. -
Page 61: Replacing The Lamp
• To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement. • Ensure good ventilation when handling broken lamps. We recommend that you use respirators, safety glasses, goggles or face shield and wear protective clothing such as gloves. - Page 62 Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector. • Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector. • Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, or near flammable materials.
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Page 63: Resetting The Lamp Timer
Resetting the lamp timer After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the System Setup: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press MODE/ENTER. The Lamp Settings page displays. Press to highlight Reset lamp timer and press MODE/ ENTER. - Page 64 Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events Stand-by mode Orange Green Powering up Flashing Normal operation Green Orange Projector is cooling. Flashing Lamp events Orange The lamp is not lit up. Flashing The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or Please contact your dealer for assistance.
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Page 65: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the There is no power from the power cable. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on. -
Page 66: Specifications
Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution 1080p Mini B Type Display system RS-232 serial control Single-chip DLP™ system 9 pin x 1 Lens F/Number IR receiver x 2 F = 2.42 to 2.97, f = 20.7 to 31.88 12V TRIGGER 12VDC (Max. -
Page 67: Dimensions
Dimensions 330 mm (W) x 128 mm (H) x 257 mm (D) 330.0 67.5 51.0 *Ceiling Mount Screws: Ceiling Mount Installation M4 (Max. L=25, Min. L=20) 146.0 70.5 102.5 162.5 Unit: mm Specifications... -
Page 68: Timing Chart
XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.5 XGA_120** 119.989 97.551 115.5 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 BenQ Notebook 1024 x 576 35.82 46.966 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 74.25... - Page 69 Refresh rate H- frequency Resolution Format Pixel Frequency (MHz) (Hz) (kHz) 1280 x 960_60*** 1280 x 960 1280 x 960_85 85.002 85.938 148.5 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60*** 60.015 47.712 85.5 1440 x 900 WXGA+_60*** 59.887 55.935 106.5 1400 x 1050 SXGA+_60*** 59.978 65.317...
- Page 70 XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.5 XGA_120** 119.989 97.551 115.5 (Reduce Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 67.5 BenQ Notebook 1024 x 576 35.82 46.996 Timing BenQ Notebook 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60* 74.25...
- Page 71 Refresh rate H- frequency Resolution Format Pixel Frequency (MHz) (Hz) (kHz) 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60* 59.87 47.776 79.5 WXGA_60* 59.81 49.702 83.5 WXGA_75 74.934 62.795 106.5 1280 x 800 WXGA_85 84.88 71.554 122.5 WXGA_120** 119.909 101.563 146.25 (Reduce Blanking) SXGA_60*** 60.02 63.981...
- Page 72 Supporting timing for HDMI Video input Refresh rate H- frequency Format Resolution Pixel Frequency (MHz) (Hz) (kHz) 480i*** 720 (1440) x 480 59.94 15.73 480p*** 720 x 480 59.94 31.47 576i 720 (1440) x 576 15.63 576p 720 x 576 31.25 720/50p** 1280 x 720...
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Page 73: Warranty And Copyright Information
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 only obligation and your exclusive remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts (labor included). To obtain warranty service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects. - Page 74 Warranty and Copyright information...
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