BenQ MP525 ST user manual Lamp information, Getting to know the lamp hour, Extending lamp life

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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:

Total (equivalent) lamp hour

= 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 3/2 (hours used in normal mode)

See "Setting Lamp Mode as Economic" below for more information on Economic mode.

To obtain the lamp hour information:

1.Press Menu/Exit and then press / to highlight the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu.

2.Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page displays.

3.You will see the Equivalent Lamp Hour information displaying on the menu.

4.To leave the menu, press Menu/Exit.

You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu.

Extending lamp life

The projection lamp is a consumable item that normally can last up to 2000-3000 hours with proper usage. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menu.

Setting Lamp Mode as Economic

Using Economic mode reduces system noise and power consumption by 20%. If the Economic mode is selected, the light output will be reduced and result in darker projected pictures.

Setting the projector in Economic mode also extends the lamp operation life. To set

Economic mode, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings > Lamp Mode menu and press / .

Setting Auto Power Off

This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life.

To set Auto Power Off, go into the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Auto Power Off menu and press / . The time period can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments. If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable. The projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period.

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Welcome Table of contents Important safety instructions Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions 3000 m Feet Installation Projector features IntroductionShipping contents Projector exterior view Controls and functions ProjectorSelects an available picture setup Mode/EnterMode Activates the selected On-Screen Display OSD menu itemRemote control Volume +Freeze Digital Zoom +Remote control effective range Replacing the remote control batteryTimer On Up/Down Timer Set upPositioning your projector Choosing a locationFront Table Front CeilingObtaining a preferred projected image size Positioning your projector Projection dimensions InchVGA cable Video cable ConnectionHdmi cable Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computerConnecting a monitor MP525 ST only To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computerConnecting Video source devices Connecting audioConnecting a Component Video source device Connecting an Hdmi device MP515 ST onlyTo connect the projector to an Hdmi device To connect the projector to a Component Video source deviceConnecting an S-Video/composite Video source device To connect the projector to an S-Video/Video source deviceOperation Starting up the projectorAdjusting the projection angle Adjusting the projected imageAuto-adjusting the image Fine-tuning the image size and clarity Using the remote controlUsing the OSD menu Correcting keystoneUsing the menus Use / to highlight the System Setup Basic menuPress / to select a Preferred languageUsing a security cable lock Utilizing the password functionSetting a password To the Security SettingsEntering the password recall procedure If you forget the passwordChanging the password Disabling the password function Switching input signal Changing Color Space MP515 ST onlyMagnifying and searching for details Selecting the aspect ratioAbout the aspect ratio Selecting a picture mode Using Wall ColorOptimizing the image Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes Setting the User 1/User 2 modeGo to the Picture Picture Mode menu Adjusting BrightnessAdjusting Color Adjusting TintAdjusting Sharpness Adjusting Brilliant ColorTo adjust the settings To cancel the timer, perform the following steps Setting the presentation timerTo highlight Off and press Mode/Enter How to use the Timer On key? Hiding the imageUtilizing FAQ function Freezing the imageOperating in a high altitude environment To activate the High Altitude ModeLocking control keys Adjusting the sound Adjusting the sound levelTurning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone Personalizing the projector menu displayOnce the cooling process finishes, a Power Off Ring Shutting down the projectorMain menu Sub-menu Options BasicAdvanced Informa Description of each menu Temperature Save SettingsTimer Color Tint Menu Settings Auto Power Off Blank Timer Sleep TimerAudio Settings Standby Monitor Out Lamp SettingsSettings SecurityReset All FAQ-ImageInstallation FAQ-FeaturesMaintenance Care of the projectorSetting Lamp Mode as Economic Lamp informationGetting to know the lamp hour Extending lamp lifeTiming of replacing the lamp Status MessageReplacing the lamp Maintenance Resetting the lamp timer Indicators Light Status & Description Power eventsLamp events Thermal eventsTroubleshooting Cause RemedySpecifications Ceiling mount installation DimensionsMm W x 114 mm H x 236 mm D Timing chart Supported timing for PC input-MP515 ST/MP525 STSupported timing for Hdmi Hdcp input-MP515 ST Supported timing for Component-YPbPrinput-MP515 ST/ MP525 ST Warranty and Copyright information Limited warrantyCopyright DisclaimerRegulation statements FCC statementEEC statement Weee directiveRegulation statements
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