Table of contents | BenQ MX501-V, MS500-V specification

Table of contents
Important safety
instructions	3
Introduction	7
Projector features	7
Shipping contents	8
Projector exterior view	9
Controls and functions	10

Positioning your projector13

Choosing a location	13
Obtaining a preferred projected image
size	14
Connection	15
Connecting video source devices	16
Operation	17
Starting up the projector	17
Adjusting the projected image	18
Using the menus	20
Securing the projector	21
Switching input signal	23
Magnifying and searching for details . 24
Selecting the aspect ratio	24
Optimizing the image	27
Setting the presentation timer	30
Remote paging operations	31
Freezing the image	31
Hiding the image	31
Locking control keys	31
Operating in a high altitude
environment	32
Creating your own startup screen (only
for MX501/MX501-V)	32

Adjusting the sound	33
Shutting down the projector	33
Direct power off	34
Menu operation	35
Maintenance	44
Care of the projector	44
Lamp information	45
Troubleshooting	51
Specifications	52
Projector specifications	52
Dimensions	53
Ceiling mount installation	53
Timing chart	54
Warranty and Copyright
information	56

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BenQ MX501-V, MS500-V user manual Table of contents

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Welcome MX501/MS500/MX501-V/MS500-V Digital Projector Table of contents Refer servicing to qualified service personnel Important safety instructionsSafety Instructions Important safety instructions Safety Instructions Locations where the altitudes are higher Locations near fire alarmsLocations with an ambient temperature Confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance Serviced InstalledIt from the power supplys power outlet Do not step on the projector or place Introduction Projector featuresIntroduction Shipping contents Projector exterior view Controls and functions Projector Remote control Pull out the battery holder Remote control effective rangeReplacing the remote control battery Operating the projector from the front Front Table Positioning your projectorChoosing a location Front Ceiling Projection dimensions Obtaining a preferred projected image size Connection Connection Terminal name Terminal appearance Connecting video source devicesConnecting audio Component Video Better Good Normal Operation OperationStarting up the projector Auto-adjusting the image Adjusting the projected imageAdjusting the projection angle Fine-tuning the image size and clarity Correcting keystone Use / to highlight the System Setup Basic menu Using the menusFollowing example describes how to set the OSD language Below is the overview of the OSD menu Setting a password Using a security cable lockUtilizing the password function Highlight Change Security Settings and press MODE/ENTER Write down the number and turn off your projector If you forget the passwordEntering the password recall procedure Disabling the password function Switching input signalChanging the password Enter a new password To select the source Magnifying and searching for detailsSelecting the aspect ratio About the aspect ratio Projectors native resolution in its Displayed in the centerAdjustments Screen with a 169 aspect ratio Operation Setting the User 1/User 2 mode Using Wall ColorSelecting a picture mode Go to the Picture Picture Mode menu Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes 3D Color Management Press To highlight Saturation and adjust itsEvery adjustment made will reflect to Range at 0, only pure red in the projected Count Up Increases from 0 to the preset time Count Down Setting the presentation timerTo cancel the timer, perform the following steps Selection Description Hiding the image Remote paging operationsFreezing the image Locking control keys Creating your own startup screen only for MX501/ MX501-V To activate the High Altitude ModeOperating in a high altitude environment Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone Adjusting the soundAdjusting the sound level Shutting down the projector Direct power off Once the cooling process finishes, a Power Off Ring Main menu Sub-menu Options Menu operationMenu system Basic Main menu Sub-menu Options System Setup Basic Advanced Description of each menu Save Settings Picture ModeTemperature Display menu Picture menu Function Description Teaching Settings System Setup Basic menu Function Description Quick AutoTimer Search Background Panel KeyLock Splash Baud Rate System Setup Advanced menu Function DescriptionReset All Test Pattern Status CurrentSystem Maintenance Care of the projector Lamp information Setting Lamp Mode as EconomicSetting Auto Power Off Getting to know the lamp hour Timing of replacing the lamp Status Message Replacing the lamp Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out Projector Time will be reset to Connect the power and restart the projectorResetting the lamp timer Lamp events IndicatorsLight Status & Description Power events Thermal events Troubleshooting Specifications Projector specifications Dimensions Ceiling mount installation Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Timing Supported timing for Component-YPbPrinputSupported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Vertical Horizontal Copyright Warranty and Copyright informationLimited warranty Disclaimer