BenQ Mp525 St Dlp Users Manual

							Connection 21
Connecting an HDMI device (MP515 ST only)
You should use an HDMI cable when making connection between the projector and 
HDMI devices.
To connect the projector to an HDMI device:
1. Take an HDMI cable and connect one end to the HDMI output port of the video 
device.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI input port on the projector.
•  In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projectors 
HDMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color 
space to YUV. See Changing Color Space (MP515 ST only) on page 30 for details.
•  The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is 
connected. See Connecting audio on page 20 for details.
Connecting a Component Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component 
Video output jacks 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 projector to a Component Video source device:
1. Take a Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adapter cable and connect the end with 
3 RCA type connectors to the Component Video output jacks of the Video source 
device. Match the color of the plugs to the color of the jacks; green to green, blue to 
blue, and red to red.
2. Connect the other end of the Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) adapter cable 
(with a D-Sub type connector) to the COMPUTER, COMPUTER 1, or 
COMPUTER 2 jack on the projector.
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker(s) in your 
presentations, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the 
audio output jack of the device, and the other end to the AU D I O or AU D I O  ( L / R ) 
jack of the projector.
4. (MP525 ST only) If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and 
connect one end of the cable to the AUDIO OUT jack of the projector, and the 
other end to your external speakers (not supplied).
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menus. See Audio Settings on page 49 for details.
The 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 is 
connected. See Connecting audio on page 20 for details.
•  If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct 
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and 
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
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							Connection 22
Connecting an S-Video/composite Video source device
Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video/Video 
output jack available:
•  If it has both jacks, use the S-Video output jack for connection as the S-Video 
terminal provides better picture quality than the Video terminal.
•  If it has either of the output jack, you can also continue with this procedure.
•  If not, you will need to reassess 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 and connect one end to the S-Video/Video output 
jack of the Video source device.
2. Connect the other end of the S-Video/Video cable to the S-VIDEO/VIDEO jack on 
the projector.
3. If you wish to make use of the projector (mixed mono) speaker(s) in your 
presentations, take a suitable audio cable and connect one end of the cable to the 
audio output jack of the device, and the other end to the AU D I O or AU D I O  ( L / R ) 
jack of the projector.
4. (MP525 ST only) If you wish, you can use another suitable audio cable and 
connect one end of the cable to the AUDIO OUT jack of the projector, and the 
other end to your external speakers (not supplied).
Once connected, the audio can be controlled by the projector On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menus. See Audio Settings on page 49 for details.
The 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 is 
connected. See Connecting audio on page 20 for details.
•  If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct 
video source has been selected, check that the Video source device is turned on and 
operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
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							Operation 23
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.
2. Open the lens cover. If it is closed, it could become 
deformed due to the heat produced by the 
projection lamp.
3. Press  Power on the projector or remote control 
to start the projector. As soon as the lamp lights 
up, a Power On Tone will be heard. The POWER 
indicator light flashes green and stays green when 
the projector is on.
The start-up procedure takes about 30 seconds. In 
the later stage of start-up, a start-up logo is 
projected.
(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the 
image clearness.
To turn off the ring tone, see Turning off the 
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 
Utilizing the password function on page 27 for 
details.
6. Switch all of the connected equipment on.
If the projector is still hot 
from previous activity, it 
will run the cooling fan 
for approximately 90 
seconds before 
energizing the lamp.
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							Operation 24
7. The projector will start to search for input signals. The current input signal being 
scanned displays in the upper left corner of the screen. If the projector doesnt 
detect a valid signal, the message No Signal will continue displaying until an 
input signal is found.
You can also press SOURCE on the projector or remote control to select your 
desired input signal. See Switching input signal on page 30 for details.
If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projectors operating range, you 
will see the message Out of Range displayed on a blank screen. Please change to an input 
signal which is compatible with the projectors resolution or set the input signal to a lower 
setting. See Timing chart on page 61 for details.
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 
of the projector. Once the image is positioned 
where you want it, release the quick-release 
button to lock the foot in position.
2. Screw the rear adjuster foot to fine tune the 
horizontal angle.
To retract the foot, hold up the projector while 
pressing the quick-release button, then slowly lower 
the projector. Screw the rear adjuster foot in a reverse 
direction.
If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the 
screen and the projector are not perpendicular to 
each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. 
To correct this situation, see Correcting keystone on 
page 25 for details.
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 
picture quality. 
The current source information will be displayed in the 
corner of the screen for 3 seconds.
•  The screen will be blank while AUTO is functioning.
•  This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.
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•  Do not look into the lens 
while the lamp is on. The 
strong light from the lamp 
may cause damage to 
your eyes.
•  Be careful when you 
press the quick-release 
button as it is close to the 
exhaust vent where hot 
air comes from.
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							Operation 25
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 
correct it following ONE of these steps.
•  Using the remote control
Press  /  on the projector or remote control to 
display the Keystone correction page. Press   to 
correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press   
to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.
•  Using the OSD menu
1. Press Menu/Exit and then press  /  until the 
DISPLAY menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight Keystone and press Mode/
Enter. The Keystone correction page displays.
3. Press   to correct keystoning at the top of 
the image. Press  to correct keystoning at the 
bottom of the image.
Fine-tuning the image size and clarity
Press/.Press /.
1. Adjust the projected image to the 
size that you need using the zoom 
ring. 2. Sharpen the image by rotating the 
focus ring.
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							Operation 26
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 OSD menu on.3. Press  to highlight Language 
and press  /  to select a 
preferred language.
2. Use  /  to highlight the SYSTEM 
SETUP: Basic menu.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 OSD menu.
Current input signal
Main menu icon
Main menu
Sub-menu
Highlight
Press Menu/
Exit to the 
previous 
page or to 
exit.Status
DISPLAYWall Color
Aspect Ratio
Keystone
Position
Phase
H. Size
Digital ZoomOff
Auto
0
0
ENTER
Exit
Analog RGB
DISPLAYWall Color
Aspect Ratio
Position
Phase
H. Size
Digital ZoomKeystone
Analog RGBOff
Auto
0
0
Exit
SYSTEM SETUP: BasicPresentation Timer
English Language
Projector Position
Auto Power Off
Blank Timer
Sleep Timer Panel Key Lock
Splash Screen
Analog RGB
Exit
Front Table
Disable
Disable
Off
Disable
BenQMenu Settings
Auto Blank On
SYSTEM SETUP: BasicPresentation Timer
English Language
Projector Position
Auto Power Off
Blank Timer
Sleep Timer Panel Key Lock
Splash Screen
Analog RGB
Exit
Front Table
Disable
Disable
Off
Disable
BenQ Menu Settings
Auto Blank On
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							Operation 27
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. See item 11 on page 9 for details.
A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and the lock. Refer 
to the locks documentation for finding out how to use it.
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.
WARNING: You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and 
subsequently 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 is activated, the projector cannot be 
used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started.
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings 
menu. Press Mode/Enter. The Security Settings page displays.
2. Highlight Power On Lock and select On by pressing  / .
3. As pictured to the right, the four arrow keys ( , 
, , ) respectively represent 4 digits (1, 2, 3, 
4). According to the password you desire to set, 
press the arrow keys to enter six digits for the 
password.
4. Confirm the new password by re-entering the 
new password.
Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns 
to the Security Settings page.
IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected 
password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it 
is available to you should you ever forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __
Keep this manual in a safe place.
5. To leave the OSD menu, press Menu/Exit.
INPUT NEW PASSWORD
Clear
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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 
displays lasting for three seconds, and the INPUT 
PA S S WO R D message follows. You can retry by 
entering another six-digit password, or if you did not 
record the password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use 
the password recall procedure. See Entering the password recall procedure on page 28 
for details.
If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically 
shut down in a short time.
Entering the password recall procedure
1. Press and hold AUTO on the 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 center 
to decode the number. You may be required 
to provide proof of purchase documentation 
to verify that you are an authorized user of 
the projector.
Changing the password
1. Open the OSD menu and go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced> Security Settings 
> Change Password menu.
2. Press Mode/Enter. The message INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD displays.
3. Enter the old password.
• If the password is correct, another message INPUT NEW PASSWORD 
displays. 
• If the password is incorrect, the password error message displays lasting for 
three seconds, and the message INPUT CURRENT PASSWORD displays 
for your retry. You can press Menu/Exit to cancel the change or try another 
password.
4. Enter a new password.
IMPORTANT: The digits being input will display as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected 
password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it 
is available to you should you ever forget it.
Password: __ __ __ __ __ __
Keep this manual in a safe place.
5. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.
6. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter 
the new password next time the projector is started.
Password Error
Please try again.
Please write down the recall code,
and contact BenQ
Customer Center.
Recall Code:
0 2 1 2
RECALL PASSWORD
Exit
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7. To leave the OSD menu, press Menu/Exit.
Disabling the password function
To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security 
Settings > Power On Lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Select Off by 
pressing /. The message INPUT PASSWORD displays. Enter the current 
password. 
i. If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings 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 can press Menu/Exit to cancel the change or try another password.
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.
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Operation
30
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 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 desired signal is selected 
and press  Mode/Enter .
Once detected, the select ed source information 
will display at the corner of the screen for seconds. 
If there is multiple equipment connected to the 
projector, repeat steps 1-2 to search for another 
signal.
•  The brightness level of the projected image will change 
accordingly when you switch between different input 
signals. Data (graphic) PC presentations using 
mostly static images are generally brighter than 
Video using mostly moving images (movies).
•  The native display resolution of this projector is in a 4:3 aspect ratio. For best display  picture results, you should select and use an input signal which outputs at this resolution. 
Any other resolutions will be scaled by the projector depending upon the aspect ratio 
setting, which may cause some image distortion or loss of picture clarity. See  Selecting 
the aspect ratio on page 31  for details.
Changing Color Space (MP515 ST only)
In the unlikely event that you connect the pr ojector to a DVD player via the projectors 
HDMI  input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color 
space to  YUV.
1. Press  Menu/Exit and then press  /  until the  SOURCE menu is highlighted.
2. Press   to highlight  Color Space Conversion and press  /  to select a suitable 
color space.
•  This function is only available when the HDMI input port is in use.
•  The HDMI input port is only available on the MP515 ST.
(MP525 ST)
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