BenQ SP831 Selecting a picture mode

Selecting a picture mode

The projector is preset with several pre-defined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type.

The picture modes available for different types of signals are listed below.

1.Dynamic mode: Maximizes the brightness of the projected picture. This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in well lit rooms.

2.Cinema mode: Is suitable for enjoying DVD movies best viewed in a blackened (little light) home cinema or lounge room environment.

3.Blackboard mode: Is designed for educational use. Images are allowed to be projected on a dark background, such as a blackboard instead of a normal screen. It is most suitable for a well lit environment with a dark background for projection.

4.User 1/User 2/User 3 mode: Recalls the settings customized based on the current available picture modes. See "Setting the User 1/User 2/User 3 mode" on page 43 for details.

5.Presentation mode (only for graphic input sources*): Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring.

6.sRGB mode (only for graphic input sources*): Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life pictures regardless of brightness setting. It is most suitable for viewing photos taken with an sRGB compatible and properly calibrated camera, and for viewing PC graphic and drawing applications such as AutoCAD.

7.Standard mode (only for Video input sources**): Is appropriate for viewing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras or DVs.

*Graphic input sources: Analog RGB, DVI-A, DVI-D, RJ-45

**Video input source: Component, S-Video, Video

To select a picture mode that suits your need:

•Using the remote control

1.Press MODE on the remote control or projector repeatedly until your desired mode is selected.

•Using the OSD menu

1.Press MENU and then press / until the Picture -- Basic menu is highlighted.

2.Press to highlight Picture Mode.

3.Press / until your desired mode is selected.

Picture -- Basic

Picture Mode	Presentation
Load Settings From
Brightness	+50
Contrast	+50
Color	+50
Tint	0
Sharpness	+50
Reset Picture Settings
Rename User Mode

Analog RGB

EXIT Back

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Contents

SP830/SP831 Digital Projector User Manual Table of contents Important safety instructions Introduction Positioning your projector Connection Maintenance Troubleshooting Specifications Warranty and Copyright information Regulation statements 1. Important safety instructions Page Page Ceiling mounting the projector 2. Introduction Projector features Page Projector exterior view Controls and functions Projector Remote control Page Operating the LASER pointer Making the remote control a wired control Remote control effective range Installing remote control batteries 3. Positioning your projector Choosing a location Obtaining a preferred projected picture size How to determine the position of the projector for a given screen size How to determine the recommended screen size for a given distance Projection dimensions Page Page 4. Connection Connecting a computer Connecting a monitor Connecting Video source devices Connecting a DVI source device Connecting a Component Video source device Page Connecting Audio device 5. Operation Starting up the projector Using the menus Securing the projector Using a security cable lock Utilizing the password function Setting a password If you forget the password Changing the password Disabling the password function Switching input source Auto-adjustingthe picture Fine-tuningthe picture size and clarity Correcting picture distortion Correcting pincushion distortion and barrel distortion Two parallel sides No parallel sides Pincushion/Barrel correction Page Page Magnifying and Searching for details on the projected picture Selecting a picture mode Fine-tuningthe selected picture mode Setting the User 1/User 2/User 3 mode Renaming user modes Resetting the picture mode Fine-tuningthe picture quality Advanced picture quality controls Selecting a color temperature Setting a preferred color temperature Color Management Selecting a Gamma setting Color Space Transfer Operating in a high altitude environment Hiding the picture Displaying more than one picture source simultaneously Splitting the screen PIP (Picture In Picture) operation Split Screen and PIP source conflict list Disabled functions for the active windows The Split Screen display way Creating your own startup screen Personalizing the projector menu display Adjusting the sound Remote paging operations Freezing the picture Locking control keys Shutting down the projector Menu operation On-ScreenDisplay menu structure Display System Setup Setup Information Picture --Basic menu Picture --Advanced menu Display menu System Setup menu Advanced Setup menu Information menu 6. Maintenance Care of the projector Cleaning the lens Cleaning the projector case Storing the projector Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour Extending lamp life Timing of replacing the lamp Replacing the lamp Page Resetting the lamp timer Indicators 7. Troubleshooting The remote mouse function does not work The picture contains static or noise 8. Specifications Projector specifications Timing chart Supported timing for PC (including DVI-I)input Supported timing for Component Video input Dimensions 9. Warranty and Copyright information Limited warranty Copyright Disclaimer 10. Regulation statements FCC statement EEC statement MIC statement WEEE directive