BenQ MS500, MX501-V 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 / 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 3000-4000 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 > 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 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 placeProjector features IntroductionIntroduction 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 NormalOperation Starting up the projectorOperation 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/ENTERIf you forget the password Entering the password recall procedureWrite down the number and turn off your projector Changing the password Switching input signalDisabling the password function Enter a new passwordMagnifying and searching for details Selecting the aspect ratioTo 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 keysTo activate the High Altitude Mode Operating in a high altitude environmentCreating 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 PatternCurrent SystemStatus 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 Connect the power and restart the projector Resetting the lamp timerTime 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