BenQ model gp1 user manual Operation, Starting up the projector

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Operation

Starting up the projector

1.Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN socket of the projector.

2.Plug one end of the power cord into the AC adapter.

3.Plug the other end of the power cord into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where fitted). Check that the Power LED indicator on the projector flashes blue slowly and Ring LED indicator lights blue after power has been applied.

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4.Press II Power on the projector or remote

control to start the projector. The Power, Ring and Key LED indicators light blue when the projector is on.

The start up procedure takes several seconds. In the later stage of start up, a startup logo is projected.

(If necessary) Rotate the focus ring to adjust the image clearness.

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 22 for details.

6.Switch all of the connected equipment on.

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 doesn't 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 24 for details.

If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's 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 projector's resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting.

See "Timing chart" on page 53 for details.

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Contents Welcome Table of contents Important safety instructions Refer servicing to qualified serviceOperate your projector. Save it for Do not look straight at the projectorSafety Instructions Do not block the ventilation holes Safety Instructions Projector features IntroductionShipping contents Projector exterior view Rear/lower sidePower Power and Ring LED indicatorVolume/Arrow keys /-, /+ Key LED indicator Controls and functions ProjectorRemote control Keystone/Arrow keys / Up DownSelect ReturnRemote control effective range Positioning your projector Obtaining a preferred projected image sizeProjection dimensions FeetTo connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer Connecting a computerConnection Least video quality Connecting Video source devicesBest video quality Connecting a Component Video source device To connect the projector to a Component Video source deviceConnecting a composite Video source device To connect the projector to a composite Video source deviceConnecting a USB Reader source device USB flash diskOperation Starting up the projectorUsing the menus Use / to highlight the System Setup Basic menuIf you forget the password Utilizing the password functionSetting a password Disabling the password function Entering the password recall procedureChanging the password Adjusting the image height Switching input signalAdjusting the projected image Correcting keystone Auto-adjusting the imageFine-tuning the image clarity Magnifying and searching for details Selecting the aspect ratioOptimizing the image Selecting a picture modePicture modes for different types of signals Setting the User mode Go to the Picture Picture Mode menuUsing Wall Color Fine-tuning the image quality in user modesHiding the image Freezing the imageAdjusting the sound Adjusting the sound levelSystem Setup Advanced menu is Operating in a high altitude environmentPersonalizing the projector menu display Shutting down the projectorProjector menu operation Simple menu systemComplete menu system BasicAdvanced Description of each menu Picture Mode Temperature Save SettingsPicture menu ReferenceAuto Power Blank TimerSleep Timer 3Quick AutoSettings Reset AllAdvanced menu AudioFAQ-Image Installation Features ServiceInformation menu CurrentPlaying back photos and movies Presenting From a USB ReaderEntering USB Reader main screen PC-less presentations Using USB Reader menus Use / to highlight Custom Setup menu USB Reader menu operation USB Reader menu systemManager mode Setup menuEnter File Manager mode USB Reader support format Extension DetailSubtitle Audio Codec DetailMovie Maintenance Care of the projectorIndicators Status / Problems LED indicators Ring Power KeyTroubleshooting Specifications Projector specificationsDimensions Timing chartWarranty and Copyright information Limited warrantyRegulation statements FCC statementRegulation statements