Clarity W1100 User Manual

WelcomeW1100/W1200Digital ProjectorUser Manual

Introduction10Controls and functionsProjector6. BLANKUsed to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding the image" on page 35 for details.7. TEMPe

Introduction 11Ceiling mounting the projectorWe want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring this safety matt

Introduction12Remote control1. FREEZEFreezes the projected image. See "Freezing the image" on page 35 for details.2. Source selection keys (

Introduction 1311. Advanced picture quality adjustment keys (GAMMA, COLOR TEMP, Brilliant Color)Displays the setting bars for adjustment of the approp

Introduction14Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front of the projector. The remote control must be held at an angle within 22.5 d

Positioning your projector 15Positioning your projectorChoosing a locationYour room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation loca

Positioning your projector16Obtaining a preferred projected image sizeThe distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting (if availab

Positioning your projector 17How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size1. Select your screen size.2. Refer to the table on

Positioning your projector18Projection dimensionsRefer to "Dimensions" on page 58 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before

Connection 19ConnectionWhen connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.2. Use the

Table of contents2Table of contentsImportant safety instructions ...3Introduction...7Projector features ...

Connection20a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press FN and the labeled function key simultaneous

Connection 21Connecting Video source devicesYou need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above connecting method

Operation22OperationStarting up the projector1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch (where

Operation 23Yo u c a n a l s o p r e s s SOURCE on the projector or Source selection keys on the remote control to select your desired input signa

Operation24Fine-tuning the image size and clarity1. Adjust the projected image to the size that you need using the zoom ring.2. Then sharpen the image

Operation 25Using the menusThe projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings.Below is the overv

Operation26Securing the projectorUsing a security cable lockThe projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a

Operation 27six-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

Operation28i. If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Security Settings page with 'Off'shown in the row of Power on Lock. Yo

Operation 29Magnifying and searching for detailsIf you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the direction arrow

Important safety instructions 3Important safety instructionsYour projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of informati

Operation302.Real: The image is projected as its original resolution, and resized to fit within the display area. For input signals with lower resolut

Operation 31Optimizing the imageSelecting a picture modeThe projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you can choose one to su

Operation32Fine-tuning the image qualityNo matter what picture mode you have selected, you are able to fine-tune those settings to fit every presentat

Operation 33Highlight Detail Enhancement and press / to adjust the value from 0 to 10 to enhance the image.Selecting a Color TemperatureHighlight Co

Operation34This adjustable item utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing tr

Operation 356. Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing / . The contrast level of the primary color you select

Operation36Press FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image. The word 'FREEZE' will display in the screen. To release the function, pr

Operation 37• Using the remote controlPress MUTE to temporarily turn off the sound.To restore the sound, press MUTE again.• Using the OSD menu1. Press

Operation38To d i s p l a y th e P I P w in d ow :• Using the remote controlPress PIP to display the PIP page and make adjustments by following th

Operation 39Personalizing the projector menu displayThe On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The following settings

Important safety instructions4 Safety Instructions (Continued)7. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for appr

Operation40Menu operationMenu systemPlease note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected.Main menu Sub-menu O

Operation 413. DISPLAYAspect Ratio Auto/16:9/4:3/Letter Box/RealKeystoneAuto Keystone On/OffKeystoneOverscan AdjustmentOverscanSave by currentDigital

Operation42Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If there is no equipment connected to the proj

Operation 43Description of each menu• The default values listed in this manual, especially on pages 43-48, are for reference only. They may vary betwe

Operation44FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONClarity ControlSee "Adjusting Clarity Control" on page 32 for details.Color TemperatureSee "Selecting a

Operation 45FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Aspect RatioThere are five options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on your input signal source. See &q

Operation46FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONSRSSee "Turning on/off the SRS" on page 36 for details.MuteSee "Muting the sound" on page 36 for de

Operation 47FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONLanguageSets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for detail

Operation48FUNCTION DESCRIPTIONHigh Altitude ModeA mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high altitude environment"

Maintenance 49MaintenanceCare of the projectorYour projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the

Important safety instructions 5 Safety Instructions (Continued)13. Do not place this projector in any of the following environments.- Space that is p

Maintenance50Lamp informationGetting to know the lamp hourWhen the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically c

Maintenance 51Timing of replacing the lampWhen the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please

Maintenance52Replacing the lamp• Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org.• If lamp replacem

Maintenance 533. Remove the lamp cover by (a) sliding the cover toward the side of the projector and (b) lifting it off.• Do not turn the power on wit

Maintenance5411. Restart the projector.Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.Resetting the lamp timer12. After the startup logo, open t

Maintenance 55IndicatorsLight Status & DescriptionPOWER TEMP LAMPPower eventsRed Off OffStand-by modeGreenFlashingOff OffPowering upGreen Off OffN

Troubleshooting56TroubleshootingThe projector does not turn on.No pictureBlurred imageRemote control does not workThe password is incorrectCause Remed

Specifications 57SpecificationsAll specifications are subject to change without notice. OpticalResolution1920x1080, 1080pDisplay system1-CHIP DMDLens

Specifications58Dimensions339.2 mm (W) x 138.8 mm (H) x 260.6 mm (D)Ceiling mount installation339.2260.6138.866.391.6110.5150.025.00.523.5237.540.5120

Specifications 59Timing chartSupported timing for PC inputResolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz)Vertical Frequency (Hz)Pixel Frequency (MHz)Mode640 x 4

Important safety instructions6Safety Instructions (Continued)16. Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fal

Specifications60Supported timing for HDMI inputResolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz)Vertical Frequency (Hz)Pixel Frequency (MHz)Mode640 x 48031.469 59

Specifications 61Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.Supported timing for Component-YPbPr

Warranty and Copyright information62Warranty and Copyright informationPatents for W1100/W1200This BenQ projector is covered by the following patents:U

Regulation statements 63Regulation statementsFCC statementCLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not i

Regulation statements64Accessibility Requirements for Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section508BenQ’s commitment to accessible products allows us to supp

Regulation statements 65• The mains lead (power cable) on the Projector comes with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse.• The rating of the fuse is in

Introduction 7IntroductionProjector featuresThe projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly design to deliver

Introduction8Shipping contentsCarefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contac

Introduction 9Projector exterior view1. External control panel (See "Projector" on page 10 for details.)2. Lamp cover3. Zoom ring4. Focus ri