Connecting to a Laptop or Desktop Computer | BenQ PB8240, PB8250

Connecting to a Laptop or Desktop Computer

RGB

VGA cable

RGB

RGB

VGA cable

RGB

USB

PC audio

USB	PC audio
USB cable

Audio cable

A Mac adapter (an optional accessory) may be necessary if you are connecting to an older Macintosh computers.

The USB cable is required if you intend using mouse functions on the remote control.

Connecting Equipment to the Component Video Input

Component Video cable

RGB

YPbPr

AV equipment

The projector is capable of displaying various High Definition TV display modes. Some of these sources are:

•	Digital-VHS (D-VHS) player	•	DVD player
•	Satellite Dish HDTV receiver	•	Digital TV tuners

Most of these sources will provide an analog component video output, a standard VGA out- put, or a YPbPr (default) format.

The projector is capable of accepting HDTV data through a Component Video connector. Use a Component Video cable that came with your projector to display these images.

The following standards are supported in the HDTV function:

•	480i	•	480p
•	576i	•	576p
•	720p (50/ 60 Hz)	•	1080i (50/ 60 Hz)

14 Setting Up Your Projector

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BenQ PB8240 Connecting to a Laptop or Desktop Computer, Connecting Equipment to the Component Video Input, Audio cable

Contents

Welcome Copyright Disclaimer Table of Contents Ordering Parts or Getting Information Iv Table of ContentsPIP Picture In Picture Menu Table of Contents Supported timing for PC including DVI-I input Vi Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Safety Instructions 10000 Safety Instructions Introduction Projector FeaturesIntroduction Shipping Contents Optional Accessories Projector Exterior ViewFront / Upper View Back View Connector Panel PC/ YPbPr/ YCbCr Controls and Functions External Control Panel Remote Control Description Front View Remote Control Effective Range Installing or Replacing the Batteries Push and open Install batteries as Setting Up Your Projector Choosing a LocationMaking Connections IV. Ceiling rear Connecting to a Laptop or Desktop Computer Connecting Equipment to the Component Video InputAudio cable Component Video cable Connecting to Video or S-Video Devices Connecting to Display DevicesVideo devices Video cable Video devices or VCR Screen Size Adjusting the HeightFocus ring Zoom ring Setting Up Your Projector Screen size chart 43 aspect ratio Screen size chart 169 aspect ratio Operation OperationStart Up Shutdown Digital Keystone Correction For example Auto Adjustment Source Selection Laser Pointer Operation Zoom / FocusingBlank Volume Adjustment Mouse Function OperationZoom In + / Zoom Out PIP Picture In Picture Operation Preset Mode Selection Freeze Menu Operation Menu System Using the menus Display Menu Color TintAs above Increases or decreases the color intensity of the image Image Menu Auto ResizePosition Color Temp Sharpness RatioSystem Volume Source MenuMirror Treble Mute Adjusts the bass level. -5 ~Bass Language SetupControl Menu Preset Mode Reset PIP Picture In Picture Menu PIP SourcePIP Size PIP Position Maintenance Cleaning the lensCleaning the projector case Cleaning and replacing the air filters Storing the projector Transporting the projector Lamp Information Use and Replacement of the LampLamp Replacement Maintenance Indicators Temp Warning Light LED Please contact your dealer for assistance Dealer for assistance Service Information Accessories included in the standard packageOptional Accessories not included in the standard package Ordering Parts or Getting Information Troubleshooting Common Problems & SolutionsPlug the power cord into the AC inlet on Make sure that it is switched on Technical Specifications SpecificationsProjector Specifications Environmental Requirements RS-232C Pin Timing Chart Supported timing for PC including DVI-I inputSupported timing for YPbPr input Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs Dimensions Unit mm Dimensions Warranty WarrantyLimited Warranty Regulation Statements FCC StatementEEC Statement MIC Statement