BenQ MX501 About the aspect ratio, Projectors native resolution in its Displayed in the center

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With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal.

To change the projected picture ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):

1.Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted.

2.Press to highlight Aspect Ratio.

3.Press / to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video signal and your display requirements.

About the aspect ratio

•In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas.

•OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas.

1.

Auto: Scales an image proportionally to fit

4.

16:9: Scales an image so that it is

the projector's native resolution in its

displayed in the center of the

horizontal or vertical width. This is suitable

screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio.

for the incoming image which is neither in

This is most suitable for images

4:3 nor 16:9 and you want to make most use

which are already in a 16:9 aspect,

of the screen without altering the image's

like high definition TV, as it

aspect ratio.

displays them without aspect

alteration.

15:9 picture

Real: The image is projected as its original

16:9 picture

2.

5.

16:10: Scales an image so that it is

resolution, and resized to fit within the

displayed in the center of the

display area. For input signals with lower

screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio.

resolutions, the projected image will display

This is most suitable for images

smaller than if resized to full screen. You

which are already in a 16:10

could adjust the zoom setting or move the

aspect, as it displays them without

projector towards the screen to increase the

aspect alteration.

image size if necessary. You may also need

to refocus the projector after making these

adjustments.

16:10 picture

4:3 picture

16:9 picture

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Contents MX501/MS500/MX501-V/MS500-V Digital Projector WelcomeTable of contents Safety Instructions Important safety instructionsRefer servicing to qualified service personnel Important safety instructionsSafety Instructions Locations with an ambient temperature Locations near fire alarmsLocations where the altitudes are higher Confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearanceIt from the power supplys power outlet InstalledServiced Do not step on the projector or placeIntroduction Projector featuresIntroduction Shipping contents Projector exterior view Projector Controls and functionsRemote control Replacing the remote control battery Remote control effective rangePull out the battery holder Operating the projector from the frontChoosing a location Positioning your projectorFront Table Front CeilingObtaining a preferred projected image size Projection dimensionsConnection ConnectionConnecting audio Connecting video source devicesTerminal name Terminal appearance Component Video Better Good NormalStarting up the projector OperationOperation Adjusting the projection angle Adjusting the projected imageAuto-adjusting the image Fine-tuning the image size and clarityCorrecting keystone Following example describes how to set the OSD language Using the menusUse / to highlight the System Setup Basic menu Below is the overview of the OSD menuUtilizing the password function Using a security cable lockSetting a password Highlight Change Security Settings and press MODE/ENTEREntering the password recall procedure If you forget the passwordWrite down the number and turn off your projector Changing the password Switching input signalDisabling the password function Enter a new passwordSelecting the aspect ratio Magnifying and searching for detailsTo select the source Adjustments Projectors native resolution in its Displayed in the centerAbout the aspect ratio Screen with a 169 aspect ratioOperation Selecting a picture mode Using Wall ColorSetting the User 1/User 2 mode Go to the Picture Picture Mode menuFine-tuning the image quality in user modes Every adjustment made will reflect to Press To highlight Saturation and adjust its3D Color Management Range at 0, only pure red in the projectedTo cancel the timer, perform the following steps Setting the presentation timerCount Up Increases from 0 to the preset time Count Down Selection DescriptionFreezing the image Remote paging operationsHiding the image Locking control keysOperating in a high altitude environment To activate the High Altitude ModeCreating your own startup screen only for MX501/ MX501-V Adjusting the sound level Adjusting the soundTurning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone Shutting down the projectorOnce the cooling process finishes, a Power Off Ring Direct power offMenu system Menu operationMain menu Sub-menu Options BasicMain menu Sub-menu Options System Setup Basic Advanced Description of each menu Temperature Picture ModeSave Settings Display menu Picture menu Function Description TeachingTimer System Setup Basic menu Function Description Quick AutoSettings SearchLock Panel KeyBackground SplashReset All System Setup Advanced menu Function DescriptionBaud Rate Test PatternSystem CurrentStatus Care of the projector MaintenanceSetting Auto Power Off Setting Lamp Mode as EconomicLamp information Getting to know the lamp hourStatus Message Timing of replacing the lampReplacing the lamp Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out Projector Resetting the lamp timer Connect the power and restart the projectorTime will be reset to Light Status & Description Power events IndicatorsLamp events Thermal eventsTroubleshooting Projector specifications SpecificationsCeiling mount installation DimensionsSupported timing for PC input Timing chartSupported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Supported timing for Component-YPbPrinputTiming Vertical HorizontalLimited warranty Warranty and Copyright informationCopyright Disclaimer