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Page 2: ...have other rights which vary from country to country For other information please visit www BenQ com Copyright Copyright 2020 by BenQ Corporation All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical chemical manual...

Page 3: ...the projected image 15 Connection 17 Connecting smart devices 18 Operation 19 Installing the QS01 Android TV dongle 19 Starting up the projector 19 QS01 Android TV setup 21 Using the menus 24 Securing the projector 25 Switching input signal 27 Shutting down the projector 27 Direct power off 27 Menu operation 28 Menu System 28 Basic menu 33 Advanced menu 35 Maintenance 45 Care of the projector 45 L...

Page 4: ...ot during operation Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement 6 In some countries the line voltage is NOT stable This projector is designed to operate safely within a mains voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC but could fail if power cuts or surges of 10 volts occur In areas where the mains voltage may fluctuate or cut out it is rec...

Page 5: ...jector with a cloth or any other item Do not place inflammables near the projector If the ventilation holes are seriously obstructed overheating inside the projector may result in a fire 13 Always place the projector on a level horizontal surface during operation Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10 degrees left to right nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back Using the proj...

Page 6: ...car with all windows rolled up Locations where excessive humidity dust or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components shorten the projector s life span and darken the image Locations near fire alarms Locations with an ambient temperature above 40 C 104 F Locations where the altitudes are higher than 3000 m 10000 feet Risk Group 2 1 According to the classification of photobiological safety o...

Page 7: ...supplied accessories will be suitable for your region and may differ from those illustrated The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions Please consult your dealer for detailed information 1 Spare lamp kit 2 3D glasses Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment like the kitchen bathroom sauna sunroom or in a closed car Replace only with ...

Page 8: ...l See Controls and functions on page 9 7 Lamp cover 8 Ambient Light Sensor ALS 9 Vent air inlet 10 HDMI 1 input port 11 USB Type A port 12 RGB PC signal input jack 13 RS 232 control port 14 Audio input jack Audio output jack 15 AC power jack 16 QS01 HDMI Media Streaming port ATV dongle 17 Ceiling mount holes 7 6 17 17 17 9 8 3 3 3 3 5 4 1 2 10 11 12 13 15 16 14 ...

Page 9: ...Arrow keys When the On Screen Display OSD or the ATV menu is activated these keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments When OSD and ATV menu is inactive workable under CEC capable sources only Keystone keys Displays the keystone correction page Volume keys Decreases or increase the projector volume 2 9 7 6 8 5 1 3 4 10 All the key presses describe...

Page 10: ...annel application 12 BACK Under ATV source Return to upper level of ATV menu Close ATV pop up menu Leave current ATV application Under Projector OSD Return to upper level or close the OSD menu Close OSD pop up menu 13 MUTE Toggles projector audio between on and off 14 Volume keys Decreases or increases the projector volume 15 FOCUS Press to open Auto focus page 16 KEYSTONE Displays the keystone me...

Page 11: ...sensor s to function correctly The distance between the remote control and the sensor s should not exceed 8 meters 26 feet Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor s on the projector that might obstruct the infra red beam Operating the projector from the front Operating the projector from the top Approx 30º Approx 30º ...

Page 12: ...ector placed on the table in front of the screen This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability 2 Rear Select this location with the projector placed on the table behind the screen Note that a special rear projection screen is required 3 Front Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended upside down from the ceiling in front of the screen Purchas...

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Page 14: ...o prevent the projector from falling off such as during an earthquake The warranty doesn t cover any product damage caused by mounting the projector with a non BenQ brand projector mounting kit Consider the surrounding temperature where the projector is ceiling wall mounted If a heater is used the temperature around the ceiling may be higher than expected Read the user manual for the mounting kit ...

Page 15: ... direction Auto adjusting the image In some cases you may need to optimize the picture quality To do this press AUTO 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 Do not look into the lens while the lamp...

Page 16: ...correct it following these steps 1 Do one of the following steps to display the keystone correction page Press on the projector Press on the remote control 2 After the Keystone correction page displays Press to correct keystoning at the top of the image Press to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the zoom ring Sharpen the image ...

Page 17: ...en connected to a projector Usually a key combo like FN function key with a monitor symbol turns the external display on off Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneously Refer to your notebook s documentation to find your notebook s key combination 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 vid...

Page 18: ...speaker s The built in speaker s will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected Connecting smart devices The projector can project the content directly from a smart device by using a wireless dongle HDMI wireless dongle e g BenQ QCast Mirror Connect the dongle to HDMI and USB TYPE A ports on the projector and switch the input signal to HDMI 1 Terminal Picture quality HDMI Best Component Video ...

Page 19: ... when the projector is on The start up procedure takes about 30 seconds In the later stage of start up a startup logo is projected If necessary Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness 3 If this is the first time you turn on the projector the setup wizard appears to guide you through setting up the projector If you have already done this skip this step and move on to step 5 Use the arro...

Page 20: ...ecify Auto Vertical Keystone For more information about vertical keystone see Correcting keystone Step 4 Specify Auto Source Select On if you want the projector to always search for available signals automatically when the projector is turned on Only available when QS01 HDMI Media Streaming port ATV dongle signal is not detected Step 5 Specify Menu Type For more information about menu types see Us...

Page 21: ...te control Please use the original accessories e g power cord to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire If the projector is still hot from previous activity it will run the cooling fan for approximately 90 seconds before energizing the lamp The Setup Wizard screenshots are for reference only and may differ from the actual design If the frequency resolution of the input signal excee...

Page 22: ...22 Operation Step 2 Set up your device There are 3 options to set up your device Quick Setup using an Android phone Using your phone or computer ...

Page 23: ...23 Operation Using your remote control Step 3 Display Android TV home screen For more information visit https support google com androidtv ...

Page 24: ...SD menu follow the instructions below 1 Go to Basic Menu Settings Menu Type and press OK 2 Press to select Advanced and press OK Your projector will switch to Advanced OSD menu Below is the overview of the Advanced OSD menu The OSD screenshots below are for reference only and may differ from the actual design Input signal connected No input signal connected Picture Mode Bright Sound Mode Standard ...

Page 25: ...t the password If you enter the wrong password the password error message will appear and the Input Current Password message follows If you absolutely do not remember the password you can use the password recall procedure See Entering the password recall procedure on page 25 If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession the projector will automatically shut down in a short time Entering...

Page 26: ...e entering the new password Disabling the password function To disable password protection go to Advanced Menu System Setup Advanced Password Power On Lock and press to select Off The message Input Current Password appears Enter the current password If the password is correct the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page You will not have to enter the password next time turning on the project...

Page 27: ...cator becomes a steady orange and fans stop Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet Direct power off The AC power cord can be pulled out right after the projector is turned off To protect the lamp wait about 10 minutes before re starting the projector If you attempt to re start the projector the fans may run for a few minutes to cool down In such cases press again to start the projector af...

Page 28: ...e valid signal If there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected limited menu items are accessible Menu System Basic Menu Sub menu Options Picture Mode Bright Living Room Cinema Sports Game User 1 User 2 3D HDR10 HLG Sound Mode Standard Cinema Music Game Sport User Volume 0 10 20 Mute On Off Fast Mode On Off 3D Mode Auto 3D Off Frame Sequential Frame Packing Top Bottom Side...

Page 29: ... 2 6 2 8 BenQ HDR Brightness 2 0 2 Color Temperature Preset Normal Cool Lamp Native Warm Red Gain 0 200 Green Gain 0 200 Blue Gain 0 200 Red Offset 0 511 Green Offset 0 511 Blue Offset 0 511 Color Management Primary Color Red Green Blue Cyan Magenta Yellow White Hue 0 200 400 Saturation 0 200 400 Gain 0 200 400 Noise Reduction 0 31 Brilliant Color 0 10 Fast Mode On Off LumiExpert LumiExpert On Off...

Page 30: ... Off Reset Audio Settings Reset Cancel DISPLAY Aspect Ratio Auto 4 3 16 9 16 10 Wall Color Off Light Yellow Pink Light Green Blue Image Position Overscan Adjustment 0 1 3 PC Component YPbPr Tuning H Size Phase Auto 3D 3D Mode Auto 3D Off Frame Sequential Frame Packing Top Bottom Side by Side 3D Sync Invert HDR Auto Off Digital Lens Shift 20 0 20 Main menu Sub menu Options ...

Page 31: ...e Always On 5 sec 10 sec 15 sec 20 sec 25 sec 30 sec Blank Reminder Message On Off Source Rename Auto Source On Off SYSTEM SETUP ADVANCED Light Settings Reset Light Timer Reset Cancel Light Usage Time HDMI Settings HDMI Range Auto Full Limited HDMI EDID HDMI 1 Enhanced Standard CEC On Off Audio Return HDMI 1 On Off Baud Rate 9600 14400 19200 38400 57600 115200 Test Pattern On Off Quick Cooling On ...

Page 32: ...32 Menu operation INFORMATION Source Picture Mode Resolution Color System Light Usage Time 3D Format Firmware Version Service Code Main menu Sub menu Options ...

Page 33: ...ent light eg your living room User 1 User 2 Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes See User Mode Management on page 36 HDR10 HLG Delivers High Dynamic Range effects with higher contrasts of brightness and colors This mode is only available when DISPLAY HDR is set at Auto and HDR content is detected Sound Mode Sound Mode function utilizes MaxxAudio sound enhanc...

Page 34: ...eople with a history of oversensitivity to light heart problems or have any other existing medical condition should be refrained from watching 3D content The default setting is Auto and the projector automatically chooses an appropriate 3D format when detecting 3D contents If the projector cannot recognize the 3D format manually choose a 3D mode according to your preference When this function is e...

Page 35: ...lor saturation and contrast with a low brightness level this is most suitable for enjoying movies in a totally dark environment as you would find in a commercial cinema Sports This mode is best for watching sporting events in rooms where is a small amount of ambient light et your living room Game This mode is best for playing video games in rooms where there is a small amount of ambient light eg y...

Page 36: ... menu select User 1 or User 2 2 Press to select User Mode Management 3 On the User Mode Management window select Rename User Mode and press OK 4 On the Rename User Mode window use to select desired characters for the selected mode 5 When done press OK and BACK to exit Brightness The higher the value the brighter the image Adjust this control so the black areas of the image appear just as black and...

Page 37: ...ghter when the value is lower the image becomes darker Color Temperature There are several preset color temperature settings available The available settings may vary according to the signal type selected Lamp Native With the lamp s original color temperature and higher brightness This setting is suitable for environments where high brightness is required such as projecting pictures in well lit ro...

Page 38: ...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 Gain Adjusts the values to your preference The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately Noise Reduction Reduces electrical image noise caused by different media players The h...

Page 39: ...menu to the factory preset values Sound Mode Sound Mode function utilizes MaxxAudio sound enhancement technology which incorporates Waves s algorithms to deliver great effects of the bass and treble and provide you with immersive cinematic audio experience The following preset sound modes are provided Standard Cinema Music Game Sport and User The User mode allows you to personalize the sound setti...

Page 40: ... precalibrated colors to choose from Light Yellow Pink Light Green and Blue Image Position Displays the Image Position window You may use the directional arrow keys on the projector or remote control to adjust the position of the projected picture The values shown on the lower position of the window change with every key press you made This function is only available when the PC signal is selected...

Page 41: ...duce contents under wide range of light conditions Digital Lens Shift Use to vertically shift the projected image Language Sets the language for the On Screen Display OSD menus Background Color Sets the background color for the projector Splash Screen Allows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start up Projector Position See Choosing a location on page 12 Auto Off Al...

Page 42: ...s connected to your projector with an HDMI cable turning on the HDMI CEC compatible device automatically turns on the projector while turning off the projector automatically turns off the HDMI CEC compatible device Audio Return HDMI 1 Sets the Audio Return HDMI 1 on or off Baud Rate Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS...

Page 43: ... may set up password security for the projector See Utilizing the password function for details Change Password You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one Power On Lock Limits use of the projector to only those who know the correct password Key Lock With the control keys on the projector locked you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentall...

Page 44: ...ture menu Resolution Displays the native resolution of the input source Color System Shows input system format Light Usage Time Shows the number of hours the light has been used 3D Format Shows the current 3D mode Firmware Version Shows the firmware version of your projector Service Code Shows the service code of your projector ...

Page 45: ...rn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as described in Shutting down the projector on page 27 and unplug the power cord To remove dirt or dust wipe the case with a soft lint free cloth To remove stubborn dirt or stains moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH detergent Then wipe the case Storing the projector If you need to store the projector for an extended time please ...

Page 46: ...he longest lamp life spec among X Y Z A To obtain the lamp hour information 1 Go to Advanced Menu System Setup Advanced Light Settings and press OK The Light Settings page appears 2 Press to select Light Usage Time and press OK The Light Usage Time information is displayed You can also get the Light Usage Time information on the Information menu When you calculate Equivalent Light Usage hour manua...

Page 47: ...vel while optimizing display quality LampSave Adjusts the lamp power automatically depending on the content brightness level while offering a longer lamp life The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient lighting conditions selected input signal contrast brightness settings and is directly proportional to projection distance The lamp brightness will decline ove...

Page 48: ...the message XXXX shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models OK Out of Lamp Usage Time Replace lamp Refer to user manual Then reset lamp timer Order a new lamp at www benq com OK Replace Lamp Now Lamp XXXX Hours Order a new lamp at www benq com Lamp usage time exceeded ...

Page 49: ...rn in ON Burn in OFF Lamp events Lamp error in normal operation Lamp is not lit up Thermal events Fan 1 error the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed Fan 2 error the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed Fan 3 error the actual fan speed is outside the desired speed Temperature 1 error over limited temperature Off Orange On Green On Red On Orange Flashing Green Flashing Red Flashi...

Page 50: ...al has not been correctly selected Select the correct input signal with the SOURCE key The lens cover is still closed Open the lens cover Blurred image Cause Remedy The projection lens is not correctly focused Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring The projector and the screen are not aligned properly Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector if ne...

Page 51: ...input D Sub 15 pin female x 1 Video signal input SD HDTV signal input Analog Component through RGB input Digital HDMI 2 0 x 1 Digital QS01 HDMI Media Streaming port ATV dongle x 1 Audio signal input Audio in PC audio jack x 1 Environmental Requirements Operating temperature 0 C 40 C at sea level Operating relative humidity 10 90 without condensation Operating altitude 0 1499 m at 0 C 35 C 1500 300...

Page 52: ...52 Specifications Dimensions 312 mm W x 241 mm D x 110 mm H 312 241 110 Unit mm ...

Page 53: ...19 1280 x 720 1280 x 720_60 60 45 000 74 250 V V V 1280 x 768 1280 x 768_60 59 870 47 776 79 5 V V V 1280 x 800 WXGA_60 59 810 49 702 83 500 V V V WXGA_75 74 934 62 795 106 500 WXGA_85 84 880 71 554 122 500 WXGA_120 Reduce Blanking 119 909 101 563 146 25 V 1280 x 1024 SXGA_60 60 020 63 981 108 000 V V SXGA_75 75 025 79 976 135 000 SXGA_85 85 024 91 146 157 500 1280 x 960 1280 x 960_60 60 000 60 00...

Page 54: ...702 83 500 V V WXGA_75 74 934 62 795 106 500 WXGA_85 84 880 71 554 122 500 WXGA_120 Reduce Blanking 119 909 101 563 146 25 V 1280 x 1024 SXGA_60 60 020 63 981 108 000 V V SXGA_75 75 025 79 976 135 000 1280 x 960 1280 x 960_60 60 000 60 000 108 V V 1280 x 960_85 85 002 85 938 148 500 1360 x 768 1360 x 768_60 60 015 47 712 85 500 V V 1440 x 900 WXGA _60 59 887 55 935 106 500 V V 1400 x 1050 SXGA _60...

Page 55: ...48 5 V V 2160 24P 3840 x 2160 Only HDMI 2 0 24 54 297 2160 25P 3840 x 2160 Only HDMI 2 0 25 56 25 297 2160 30P 3840 x 2160 Only HDMI 2 0 30 67 5 297 2160 50P 3840 x 2160 Only HDMI 2 0 50 112 5 594 2160 60P 3840 x 2160 Only HDMI 2 0 60 135 594 Timing Resolution Vertical Frequency Hz Horizontal Frequency kHz Pixel Frequency MHz Supported 3D format Frame Sequential 480i 720 x 480 59 94 15 73 13 5 V 4...

Page 56: ...ent source CR sour CR Audio Control Write Mute On CR mute on CR Write Mute Off CR mute off CR Read Mute Status CR mute CR Write Volume CR vol CR Write Volume CR vol CR Write Volume level for customer CR vol value CR Read Volume Status CR vol CR Picture Mode Write Bright CR appmod bright CR Write Living Room CR appmod livingroom CR Write Game CR appmod game CR Write Cinema CR appmod cine CR Write F...

Page 57: ...rite Color Temperature Warm CR ct warm CR Write Color Temperature Normal CR ct normal CR Write Color Temperature Cool CR ct cool CR Write Color Temperature lamp native CR ct native CR Read Color Temperature Status CR ct CR Write Aspect 4 3 CR asp 4 3 CR Write Aspect 16 9 CR asp 16 9 CR Write Aspect 16 10 CR asp 16 10 CR Write Aspect Auto CR asp AUTO CR Write Aspect Letterbox CR asp LBOX CR Write A...

Page 58: ...s CR QAS CR Write Menu Position Center CR menuposition center CR Write Menu Position Top Left CR menuposition tl CR Write Menu Position Top Right CR menuposition tr CR Write Menu Position Bottom Right CR menuposition br CR Write Menu Position Bottom Left CR menuposition bl CR Read Menu Position Status CR menuposition CR Write Direct Power On on CR directpower on CR Write Direct Power On off CR dir...

Page 59: ...tatus CR menu CR Write Up CR up CR Write Down CR down CR Write Right CR right CR Write Left CR left CR Write Enter CR enter CR Write Back CR back CR Write Source Menu On CR sourmenu on CR Write Source Menu Off CR sourmenu off CR Read Source Menu Status CR sourmenu CR Write 3D Sync Off CR 3d off CR Write 3D Auto CR 3d auto CR Write 3D Sync Top Bottom CR 3d tb CR Write 3D Sync Frame Sequential CR 3d...

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