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Positioning your projector

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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.

Projection dimensions

Refer to 

"Dimensions" on page 62

 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector 

before calculating the appropriate position.

HC1200

The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is 16:9.

Projection distance

Center of lens

Screen

Vertical offset

Maximum zoom

Minimum zoom

W

H

Screen size

Distance from screen [mm]

Offset

 

[mm]

Diagonal

Width

Height

Min Dis-

tance

Average

Max Dis-

tance

A [mm] 
@ Wide 

mode

inch

mm

 mm

mm

50

1270

1107

623

1547

1930

2313

93

60

1524

1328

747

1857

2317

2776

112

70

1778

1550

872

2166

2703

3239

131

80

2032

1771

996

2476

3089

3701

149

90

2286

1992

1121

2785

3475

4164

168

100

2540

2214

1245

3095

3861

4627

187

110

2794

2435

1370

3404

4247

5090

205

120

3048

2657

1494

3714

4633

5552

224

130

3302

2878

1619

4023

5019

6015

243

140

3556

3099

1743

4333

5405

6478

262

150

3810

3321

1868

4642

5791

6940

280

160

4064

3542

1992

4952

6177

7403

299

170

4318

3763

2117

5261

6563

7866

318

180

4572

3985

2241

5571

6950

8328

336

190

4826

4206

2366

5880

7336

8791

355

200

5080

4428

2491

6190

7722

9254

374

Summary of Contents for HC1200

Page 1: ...HC1200 Digital Projector User Manual...

Page 2: ...26 Utilizing the password function 26 Switching input signal 29 Magnifying and searching for details 30 Selecting the aspect ratio 30 Optimizing the image 32 Setting the presentation timer 35 Remote...

Page 3: ...alified service personnel 4 Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is on 5 In some countries the line voltage is NOT stable This projector is designed to operate s...

Page 4: ...lugged 10 Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall sustaining serious damage 11 Do not attempt to disassemble this projector There are dangerous high voltages...

Page 5: ...s are higher than 3000 m 10000 feet 14 Do not block the ventilation holes Do not place this projector on a blanket bedding or any other soft surface Do not cover this projector with a cloth or any oth...

Page 6: ...attention to prevent possible damage to person and property If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit a...

Page 7: ...he keypad or remote control to show the best picture quality immediately Built in 5W speaker s Built in 5W speaker s providing mixed mono audio when an audio input is connected Quick Cooling Auto Powe...

Page 8: ...es will be suitable for your region and may differ from those illustrated Optional accessories The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions Please consult your dealer for detailed infor...

Page 9: ...1 COMPUTER 1 input jack 12 COMPUTRR 2 input jack 13 HDMI 1 input jack 14 HDMI 2 input jack 15 12V TRIGGER input jack 16 Kensington anti theft lock slot 17 Rear adjuster foot 18 Audio speaker 19 Rear I...

Page 10: ...Introduction 10 28 Celling mount holes 29 Rear adjuster foot Bottom side 28 29 28 28...

Page 11: ...g keystone on page 24 for details 13 LAMP indicator light Indicates the status of the lamp Lights up or flashes when the lamp has developed a problem See Indicators on page 59 for details 14 TEMPeratu...

Page 12: ...s the Network Settings OSD menu 12 Numeric buttons Enters numbers in network settings Numeric buttons 1 2 3 4 cannot be pressed when asked to enter password 13 NETWORK Selects Network Display as the i...

Page 13: ...n aid for professionals It emits a beam of red light when you press it The laser beam is visible It is necessary to press and hold LASER for continuous output Do not look into the laser light window o...

Page 14: ...held at an angle within 30 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...

Page 15: ...goes to negative 3 Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and sliding it back down into position Stop when it clicks into place Avoid excessive heat and humidity There may be battery damage if...

Page 16: ...projector placed on a table behind the screen Note that a special rear projection screen is required Set Rear Table in the SYSTEM SETUP Basic Projector Installation menu after you turn the projector o...

Page 17: ...reen size Distance from screen mm Offset mm Diagonal Width Height Min Dis tance Average Max Dis tance A mm Wide mode inch mm mm mm 50 1270 1107 623 1547 1930 2313 93 60 1524 1328 747 1857 2317 2776 11...

Page 18: ...g the actual projector before you permanently install it so as to make allowance for this projector s optical characteristics This will help you determine the exact mounting position so that it best s...

Page 19: ...any 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...

Page 20: ...ereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in home theater or home cinema applications Any stereo audio input if provided is mixed into a common mono audio output through the projector speaker T...

Page 21: ...ble below describes the connection methods for different devices and where the sound is from Device Computer PC Component S Video Video HDMI 1 2 Audio input port AUDIO IN mini jack AUDIO L R HDMI The...

Page 22: ...ing the lamp 4 To use the OSD menus please set them to your familiar language first 5 If you are prompted for a password press the arrow keys to enter a five digit password See Utilizing the password...

Page 23: ...creen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other the projected image becomes trapezoidal To correct this situation see Correcting keystone on page 24 for details Do not look into the lens w...

Page 24: ...ol 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...

Page 25: ...rent input signal Main menu icon Main menu Sub menu Highlight Press MENU EXIT to the previous page or to exit Status Wall Color Aspect Ratio Keystone Phase H Size Digital Zoom 3D Off 15 0 ENTER MENU E...

Page 26: ...ord 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 Chang...

Page 27: ...enter 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...

Page 28: ...ttings Press highlight Power On Lock and press to select Off You will not have to enter the password next time you turn on the projector Press to highlight Web Control Lock and press to select Off The...

Page 29: ...ness 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 usi...

Page 30: ...5 To reduce size of the picture press MODE ENTER to switch back to the zoom in out functionality and press AUTO to restore the picture to its original size You can also press repeatedly until it is r...

Page 31: ...ay from the screen to increase the image size if necessary You may also need to refocus the projector after making these adjustments 3 4 3 Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center of the...

Page 32: ...sentation mode Is designed for presentation The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring 3 sRGB mode Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true to life images re...

Page 33: ...e lower the value the more greenish the picture becomes Adjusting Sharpness The higher the value the sharper the picture becomes The lower the value the softer the picture becomes Adjusting Brilliant...

Page 34: ...duction should you require it Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible viewing conditions You will need to use a colorimeter color light meter and provide a set o...

Page 35: ...will reflect to the image immediately 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 Resett...

Page 36: ...n Timer menu and highlight Off Press MODE ENTER A confirmation message appears 2 Highlight Yes and press MODE ENTER to confirm You will see the message Timer is Off appearing on the screen Remote pagi...

Page 37: ...en The length of time can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5 minute increments If the preset time spans are not suitable for your presentation select Disable No matter Blank Timer is activated or disabl...

Page 38: ...o shut down symptoms which is designed to protect your projector from over heating In cases like this you should switch to High Altitude mode to solve these symptoms However this is not to state that...

Page 39: ...ve 2 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 n...

Page 40: ...you need 3 Press MODE ENTER to activate the pattern Using the quick install The projector provides a hot key to set Projector Installation Test Pattern and Keystone quickly Press Quick Install on the...

Page 41: ...can also activate the Quick Cooling function See Quick Cooling on page 49 for details 3 Once the cooling process finishes a Power Off Ring Tone will be heard The POWER indicator light is a steady oran...

Page 42: ...eal 4 3 16 9 16 10 Keystone Position Phase H size Digital zoom PC 1 0X 2 0X Video 1 0X 1 8X 3D 3D mode Auto Off Frame sequential Frame packing Top bottom Side by side 3D Sync Invert Disable Invert Sav...

Page 43: ...Offset G Offset B Offset 3D Color Management Primary Color R G B C M Y Hue Saturation Gain Reset picture settings Current All Cancel 3 Source Quick Auto Search On Off Color Space Conversion Auto RGB...

Page 44: ...ns 25 mins 30 mins Sleep Timer Disable 30 mins 1 hr 2 hrs 3hrs 4hrs 8 hrs 12hrs Remote Receiver Front Rear Front Rear Panel Key Lock On Off Background Color BenQ Black Blue Purple Splash Screen BenQ B...

Page 45: ...etwork Standby Mode Auto Disable Network Standby Mode Monitor Out On Off Audio Pass Through Off Computer 1 Computer 2 Video Svideo HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Network settings Wired LAN Status DHCP IP Address IP Ad...

Page 46: ...osition Displays the position adjustment page To move the projected image use the directional arrow keys The values shown on the lower position of the page change with every key press you made until t...

Page 47: ...ference Mode The Keystone can only be adjusted within limited degrees 3D Sync Invert When you discover the inversion of the image depth enable this function to correct the problem Save 3D Settings Whe...

Page 48: ...ith NTSC system is selected Tint Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image See Adjusting Tint on page 33 for details The function is only available when Video or S Video with NTSC system is s...

Page 49: ...ets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing POWER or ON when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable Auto Power Off Allows the projector to tur...

Page 50: ...Settings See Adjusting the sound on page 38 for details Lamp Settings Lamp Mode See Setting Lamp mode as Economic or SmartEco on page 54 for details Reset lamp timer See Resetting the lamp timer on p...

Page 51: ...Mode Selecting On enables the function The projector is able to provide the network function in standby mode Selecting Off disables the function The projector does not provide the network function in...

Page 52: ...till remain Position Phase H Size Projector Installation Language High Altitude Mode Security Settings Baud Rate 6 Information menu Current System Status Source Shows the current signal source Picture...

Page 53: ...the case turn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as described in Shutting down the projector on page 41 and unplug the power cord To remove dirt or dust wipe the case with a soft l...

Page 54: ...uces system noise and power consumption by 30 Using SmartEco mode reduces system noise and lamp power consumption by up to 70 If the Economic or SmartEco mode is selected the light output will be redu...

Page 55: ...plays will remind you to change the lamp The warning messages below are for reference only Please follow the actual on screen instructions to prepare and replace the lamp Status Message Install a new...

Page 56: ...uch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed This lamp contains mercury Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner To assure optimal performan...

Page 57: ...your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed If you touch the optical components inside it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images 6 Insert the new lamp into th...

Page 58: ...Lamp Settings menu Press MODE ENTER The Lamp Settings page displays Highlight Reset lamp timer A warning message displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer Highlight Reset and press MODE ENTE...

Page 59: ...start the projector it will shutdown again Please contact your dealer for assistance Red Red Off Red Red Orange Red Red Green Green Orange Off The internal temperature is too high The intake ventilat...

Page 60: ...y connected to the input signal device Check the connection The input signal has not been correctly selected Select the correct input signal with the SOURCE key on the projector or remote control Caus...

Page 61: ...put PC audio jack x 1 Monitor Out D Sub 15 pin female x1 Control USB Type B RS 232 serial control 9 pin x 1 IR receiver x 2 12V TRIGGER 12VDC Max 0 5 A x 1 LAN control RJ45 x 1 Input terminals Compute...

Page 62: ...Specifications 62 Dimensions 360 1 mm W x 119 9 mm H x 259 mm D 259 119 9 360 1 52 3 Ceiling Mount Installation Ceiling Mount Screws M4 Max L 25 Min L 20 Unit mm...

Page 63: ...9 854 77 425 83 1024 x 768 XGA_60 60 004 48 363 65 XGA_70 70 069 56 476 75 XGA_75 75 029 60 023 78 75 XGA_85 84 997 68 667 94 5 XGA_120 Reduce Blanking 119 989 97 551 115 5 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75...

Page 64: ...400 x 1050 SXGA _60 59 978 65 317 121 75 1600 x 1200 UXGA 60 75 162 1680 x 1050 1680 x 1050_60 59 954 65 29 146 25 640 x 480 67Hz MAC13 66 667 35 30 24 832 x 624 75Hz MAC16 74 546 49 722 57 28 1024 x...

Page 65: ...0 x 480 VGA_60 59 94 31 469 25 175 VGA_72 72 809 37 861 31 5 VGA_75 75 37 5 31 5 VGA_85 85 008 43 269 36 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70 087 31 469 28 3221 800 x 600 SVGA_60 60 317 37 879 40 SVGA_72 72 188...

Page 66: ...934 62 795 106 5 WXGA_85 84 88 71 554 122 5 WXGA_120 Reduce Blanking 119 909 101 563 146 25 1280 x 1024 SXGA_60 60 02 63 981 108 SXGA_75 75 025 79 976 135 SXGA_85 85 024 91 146 157 5 1280 x 960 1280 x...

Page 67: ...mat Supported timing for 3D signal with Top Bottom Format Resolution Refresh rate Hz H frequency kHz Pixel Frequency MHz 480i 720 1440 x 480 59 94 15 73 27 480p 720 x 480 59 94 31 47 27 576i 720 1440...

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