BenQ MP778 User manual

Welcome
MP778/MP780 ST
Digital Projector
User Manual

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Table of contents
Important safety
instructions .........................3
Introduction........................7
Projector features .................................. 7
Shipping contents.................................. 8
Projector exterior view ........................ 10
Controls and functions ....................... 11
Positioning your projector16
Choosing a location............................. 16
Obtaining a preferred projected image
size........................................................ 17
Connection .......................21
Connecting a computer or monitor... 23
Connecting Video source devices....... 26
Operation ..........................30
Starting up the projector..................... 30
Adjusting the projected image ............ 31
Using the menus.................................. 33
Securing the projector......................... 34
Switching input signal......................... 36
Magnifying and searching for details . 37
Selecting the aspect ratio..................... 37
Optimizing the image.......................... 39
Creating your own startup screen ...... 42
Setting the presentation timer ............ 43
Remote paging operations .................. 43
Hiding the image ................................. 44
Freezing the image............................... 44
Utilizing FAQ function ....................... 44
Locking control keys ........................... 45
Operating in a high altitude
environment.........................................45
Adjusting the sound.............................46
Personalizing the projector menu
display...................................................47
Controlling the projector through a LAN
environment.........................................47
Displaying image through Q Presenter57
Presenting From a USB Reader...........61
Remote Desktop Control through Q
Presenter...............................................64
PointDrawTM Pen (MP780 ST only)....66
Shutting down the projector ...............69
Menu operation ...................................70
Maintenance......................83
Care of the projector............................83
Lamp information................................84
Troubleshooting ...............90
Specifications ....................91
Dimensions...........................................92
Ceiling mount installation...................92
Timing chart.........................................93
Warranty and Copyright
information.......................96
Regulation statements ......97

Important safety instructions 3
Important safety instructions
Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information
technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you
follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.
Safety Instructions
1. P
Please read this manual before you
operate your projector.
Save it for
future reference.
2. D
Do not look straight at the projector
lens during operation.
The intense
light beam may damage your eyes.
3. R
Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
4. A
Always open the lens shutter or
remove the lens cap when the
projector lamp is on.
5. In some countries, the line voltage is
NOT stable. This projector is designed
to operate safely within a mains
voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC,
but could fail if power cuts or surges
of r10 volts occur. I
In areas where the
mains voltage may fluctuate or cut
out, it is recommended that you
connect your projector through a
power stabilizer, surge protector or
uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
6. Do not block the projection lens with
any objects when the projector is
under operation as this could cause
the objects to become heated and
deformed or even cause a fire. To
temporarily turn off the lamp, press
BLANK
on the projector or remote
control.

Important safety instructions4
Safety Instructions (Continued)
7. The lamp becomes extremely hot
during operation. Allow the
projector to cool for approximately
45 minutes prior to removing the
lamp assembly for replacement.
8. Do not operate lamps beyond the
rated lamp life. Excessive operation
of lamps beyond the rated life could
cause them to break on rare
occasions.
9. Never replace the lamp assembly or
any electronic components unless
the projector is unplugged.
10. Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may fall, sustaining serious
damage.
11. Do not attempt to disassemble this
projector. There are dangerous high
voltages inside which may cause
death if you should come into
contact with live parts. The only
user serviceable part is the lamp
which has its own removable cover.
Under no circumstances should you
ever undo or remove any other
covers. Refer servicing only to
suitably qualified professional
service personnel.
12. When the projector is under
operation, you may sense some
heated air and odor from its
ventilation grill. It is a normal
phenomenon and not a product
defect.

Important safety instructions 5
Safety Instructions (Continued)
13. Do not place this projector in any of
the following environments.
- Space that is poorly ventilated or
confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance
from walls and free flow of air around the
projector.
- Locations where temperatures may
become excessively high, such as the
inside of a car with all windows rolled up.
- Locations where excessive humidity, dust,
or cigarette smoke may contaminate
optical components, shortening the
projector's life span and darkening the
image.
- Locations near fire alarms
- Locations with an ambient temperature
above 40°C / 104°F
- Locations where the altitudes are higher
than 3000 m (10000 feet).
14. Do not block the ventilation holes.
- Do not place this projector on a blanket,
bedding or any other soft surface.
- Do not cover this projector with a cloth or
any other item.
- Do not place inflammables near the
projector.
If the ventilation holes are seriously
obstructed, overheating inside the
projector may result in a fire.
15. Always place the projector on a level,
horizontal surface during operation.
- Do not use if tilted at an angle of more
than 10 degrees left to right, nor at angle
of more than 15 degrees front to back.
Using the projector when it is not fully
horizontal may cause a malfunction of, or
damage to, the lamp.
3000 m
(10000 feet)
0 m
(0 feet)

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Safety Instructions (Continued)
16. Do not stand the projector on end
vertically. Doing so may cause the
projector to fall over, causing injury or
resulting in damage to the projector.
17. Do not step on the projector or place
any objects upon it. Besides probable
physical damage to the projector, doing
so may result in accidents and possible
injury.
18. Do not place liquids near or on the
projector. Liquids spilled into the
projector may cause it to fail. If the
projector does become wet, disconnect
it from the power supply's wall socket
and call BenQ to have the projector
serviced.
19. This product is capable of displaying
inverted images for ceiling mount
installation.
Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for
mounting the projector and ensure it
is securely installed.

Introduction 7
Introduction
Projector features
The projector integrates high-performance optical engine projection and a user-friendly
design to deliver high reliability and ease of use.
The projector offers the following features.
•HDMI
• LAN display for network control and web server
• LAN display 4-1 (maximum 4PC/ NB display to 1 projector)
• Remote desktop feature for LAN and USB display 1-M (maximum 1PC/ NB can display
to 8 projectors at the same time)
• USB display supports computer connection via USB mini-B type to A type cable
• USB Reader supports USB flash drive or HDD display
• 3D Ready supported
• Variable audio output
• Microphone input with big speakers (10W x2) can save extra audio systems for schools
• Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors
• Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process
• Selectable password protected function
• 3D color management allowing color adjustments to your liking
• Selectable quick cooling function makes the projector cool in a shorter time
• Presentation timer for better control of time during presentations
• One-key auto-adjustment to display the best picture quality
• Digital keystone correction to correct distorted images
• Adjustable color balance control for data/video display
• High brightness projection lamp
• Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus
• Switchable normal and economic modes to reduce the power consumption
• Component HDTV compatibility (YPbPr)
• Less than 1 W power consumption in standby mode
The MP778 also offers the following features.
• Big zoom ratio (1.6x) provides the installation flexibility
The MP780 ST also offers the following features.
•PointDraw
TM pen interactive projector
• WXGA, perfect for widescreen NB and PC, and provides 30% more images to XGA
• Short throw lens to create larger images with less distance between the projector and the
screen
• The apparent brightness of the projected image will vary depending on the ambient
lighting conditions, selected input signal contrast/brightness settings, and is directly
proportional to projection distance.
• The lamp brightness will decline over time and may vary within the lamp manufacturers
specifications. This is normal and expected behavior.

Introduction8
Shipping contents
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items
are missing, please contact your place of purchase.
Standard accessories
The supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those
illustrated.
*The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for
detailed information.
MP778 projector MP780 ST projector
Remote control with batteries Power cord VGA cable
Quick start guide User manual CD Warranty card*
MP780 ST only
PointDrawTM pen USB mini-B type to A
type cable
USB B type to A type
cable

Introduction 9
Optional accessories
TBD
USB power adapter PointDrawTM pen
holder
PointDrawTM pen wrist
strap
PointDrawTM pen quick start guide Q Draw interactive
software
1. Spare lamp kit
2. Ceiling mount kit
3. Soft carry case (standard accessory
for MP778)
4. RS232 cable
5. Wireless dongle
6. PointDrawTM pen

Introduction10
Projector exterior view
1. External control panel
(See "Projector" on page 11 for
details.)
2. Lamp cover
3. Focus ring (MP778)
Focus slide lever (MP780 ST)
4. Projection lens
5. Lens cover
6. Vent (heated air exhaust)
7. Speakers
8. Zoom slide lever (MP778 only)
9. Front IR remote sensor
10. Quick-release button
11. Audio output jack
12. Audio input jack
13. S-Video input jack
14. RGB signal output jack
15. RGB (PC)/Component video
(YPbPr/ YCbCr) signal input jack
16. HDMI input jack
17. RS-232 control port
18. USB B type jack
19. USB A type jack
20. RJ45 LAN input jack
21. Rear IR remote sensor
22. Rear adjuster foot
23. USB mini-B type jack
24. Kensington anti-theft lock slot
25. Ceiling mount holes
26. 12V DC output terminal Used to
trigger external devices such as
anelectric screen or light control,
etc. Consult your dealer for how to
connect these devices.
27. Video input jack
28. AC power cord inlet
29. Audio (L/R) input jack
30. Microphone input jack
Front/upper side
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Rear/lower side
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