BenQ W1200 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.

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 / until the SYSTEM SETUP menu is highlighted.

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. 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 > Lamp Settings > Lamp Mode menu and press / .

Setting Auto Power Off

This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source 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 > Operation Settings > 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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Contents Welcome W1100/W1200 Digital ProjectorTable of contents Important safety instructions Safety Instructions Do not block the ventilation holes Safety Instructions Projector features IntroductionShipping contents Projector exterior view Front/upper sideControls and functions ProjectorCeiling mounting the projector Size, PIP Pos, PIP Active Remote controlLeft Right Test II PowerColor Replacing the remote control battery Positioning your projector Choosing a locationObtaining a preferred projected image size Positioning your projector Projection dimensions Min. zoomConnection ConnectionConnection Connecting Video source devices Video NormalOperation Starting up the projectorAuto-adjusting the image Adjusting the projected imageAdjusting the projection angle Fine-tuning the image size and clarity Correcting keystoneUsing the menus Use / to highlight the System Setup menuSetting a password Using a security cable lockUtilizing the password function If you forget the passwordDisabling the password function Entering the password recall procedureChanging the password Switching input signal Changing Color SpaceMagnifying and searching for details Selecting the aspect ratioPicture Letter Box format picture Go to the Picture Basic Basic Picture Mode menu Selecting a picture modeSetting the User 1/User 2/User 3 mode Optimizing the imageFine-tuning the image quality Advanced picture quality controlsAdjusting Brilliant Color Selecting a Color TemperatureFine-Tuning a Color Temperature Selecting a Gamma Selection3D Color Management Hiding the image Setting the Sleep TimerSelecting a Film Mode Freezing the imageOperating in a high altitude environment Adjusting the soundTo activate the High Altitude Mode Turning on/off the SRSAdjusting the Bass level Adjusting the sound levelAdjusting the Treble level Turning on the Power on/off Ring ToneVideo Personalizing the projector menu display Shutting down the projectorMenu operation Menu systemAudio System Setup Picture Mode Description of each menuISF Source SRS Language Projector Position Menu Settings System Setup menu Information menu Maintenance Care of the projectorLamp information Setting Lamp Mode as EconomicSetting Auto Power Off Getting to know the lamp hourTiming of replacing the lamp Status MessageReplacing the lamp Do not turn the power on with the lamp Cover removed Resetting the lamp timer Indicators Troubleshooting Specifications OpticalDimensions Ceiling mount installationTiming chart Supported timing for PC inputSupported timing for Hdmi input Supported timing for Component-YPbPrinput Warranty and Copyright information Patents for W1100/W1200Regulation statements FCC statementRegulation statements Regulation statements