BenQ W1350 User manual
W1350
Digital Projector
Home Cinema Series
User Manual
2
Table of cont ent s
Important safety
instructions...................3
Projector features........ 7
Shippingcontents......................................9
Projector exterior view.........................10
Controls and functions..........................12
Positioning your
projector .....................17
Choosinga location................................17
Obtaining a preferred projected
image size..................................................18
Shiftingthe projection lens...................20
Connection.................21
HDMI connection...................................22
Smart devices connection.....................23
Component Video connection............25
Video connection....................................26
Computer/PC connection.....................27
Connecting video source devices........28
Playingsound through the
projector...................................................29
Operation ...................30
Starting up the projector ......................30
Adjusting the projected image.............32
Menu Functions..........34
About the OSD Menus..........................34
Using the Basic OSD menu...................36
Using the Advanced O SD menu..........40
Securingthe projector...........................41
Utilizing the password function...........41
Switchinginput signal.............................44
Picture menu ..........................................45
Audio Setup menu ................................50
Display menu ..........................................51
System Setup : Basic menu ..................53
System Setup : Advanced menu .........54
Information menu ..................................56
Shutting down the projector ...............57
Advanced OSD menu structure .........58
Maintenance ...............61
Care of the projector............................61
Lamp information...................................62
Troubleshooting ........ 68
Specifications..............69
Projector specifications.........................69
Dimensions..............................................70
Timing chart.............................................71
W arranty and
Copyright
information.................77
Important safety instructions 3
Important safety instructions
Your projector isdesigned and tested to meet the latest standardsfor safety of information
technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of thisproduct, it isimportant that
you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.
Safety Instructions
1. Please read thismanual before
you operate your projector. Save
it for future reference.
2. Do not look straight at the
projector lensduring operation.
The intense light beam may damage
your eyes.
3. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.
4. Alwaysopen the lensshutter or
remove the lenscap when the
projector lamp ison.
5. In some countries, the line voltage is
N OT stable. This projector is
designed to operate safely within a
mainsvoltage between 100 to 240
voltsAC, but could fail if power cuts
or surgesof ±10 volts occur. In
areaswhere the mainsvoltage
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 lenswith
any objects when the projector is
under operation as this could cause
the objectsto 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 lampsbeyond the rated life could
cause them to break on rare
occasions.
9. Never replace the lamp assemblyor
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 dangeroushigh
voltages inside which may cause
death if you should come into
contact with live parts. The only
user serviceable part isthe lamp
which has itsown removable cover.
Under no circumstancesshould you
ever undo or remove any other
covers. Refer servicing only to
suitably qualified professional
service personnel.
12. W hen the projector isunder
operation, you may sense some
heated air and odor from its
ventilation grill. It isa normal
phenomenon and not a product
defect.
Important safety instructions 5
Safety Instructions(Continued)
13. Do not place this projector in any of
the followingenvironments.
- 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 windowsrolled up.
- Locationswhere excessive humidity,
dust, or cigarette smoke may
contaminate optical components,
shortening the projector's life span and
darkening the image.
- Locations near fire alarms
- Locationswith an ambient temperature
above 40°C / 104°F
- Locationswhere the altitudes are higher
than 3000 m (10000 feet).
14. Do not block the ventilation holes.
- Do not place thisprojector on a blanket,
beddingor any other soft surface.
- Do not cover thisprojector with a cloth
or any other item.
- Do not place inflammables near the
projector.
If the ventilation holesare seriously
obstructed, overheating inside the
projector may result in a fire.
15. Always place the projector on a level,
horizontal surface duringoperation.
- Do not use if tilted at an angle of more
than 10 degreesleft 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.
16. Do not stand the projector on end
vertically. Doing so may cause the
projector to fall over, causinginjury or
resulting in damage to the projector.
3000 m
(10000 feet)
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(0 feet)
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Safety Instructions(Continued)
17. Do not step on the projector or place
any objects upon it. Besides probable
physical damage to the projector,
doingso may result in accidents and
possible injury.
18. Do not place liquids near or on the
projector. Liquidsspilled 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 iscapable of displaying
inverted images for ceiling mount
installation.
Use only BenQ'sCeilingMount Kit for
mountingthe projector and ensure it is
securely installed.
Ceiling mounting the
projector
We want you to have a pleasant
experience using your BenQ
projector, so we need to bring this
safety matter to your attention to
prevent possible damage to person
and property.
If you intend to mount your projector
on the ceiling, we stronglyrecommend
that you use a proper fitting BenQ
projector ceiling mount kit and that
you ensure it issecurely and safely
installed.
If you use a non-BenQ brand
projector ceiling mount kit, there is a
safety risk that the projector may fall
from the ceiling due to an improper
attachment through the use of the
wronggauge or length screws.
You can purchase a BenQ projector
ceiling mount kit from the place you
purchased your BenQ projector.
BenQ recommends that you also
purchase a separate Kensington lock
compatible security cable and attach it
securely to both the Kensington lock
slot on the projector and the base of
the ceiling mount bracket. This will
perform the secondary role of
restraining the projector should its
attachment to the mountingbracket
become loose.
Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage
in accordance with local disposal
laws. See www.lamprecycle.org.
Projector features 7
Projector features
•Full HD compatible
The projector is compatible with Standard Definition TV (SDTV) 480i, 576i, Enhanced
Definition television (EDTV) 480p, 576p and High Definition TV (HDTV) 720p, 1080i/p
60Hz formats, with the 1080p format providing a true 1:1 image reproduction.
•High picture quality
The projector providesexcellent picture quality due to itshigh resolution, excellent
home theater brightness, high contrast ratio, vivid color and rich gray-scale
reproduction.
•High brightness
The projector featuressuper high brightness to achieve excellent picture quality in
ambient light conditions, outperforming ordinary projectors.
•Vivid color reproduction
The projector featuresa 6-segment color wheel to produce realistic color depth and
range unattainable with lesser segment color wheels.
•Rich gray-scale
W hen viewed in a darkened environment, the automatic gamma control provides
excellent gray-scale display which reveals details in shadows and in night or darkened
scenes.
•2D Keystone
The projector offers horizontal (side to side) keystone correction, enabling a wider
projector installation area. W hen the projector isplaced off center, the 2D keystone
correction feature gives you a wider projector installation flexibility by correcting the
trapezoid effect using horizontal and vertical adjustments.
•Dual OSD
Two types of O SD menus are designed for different usage customs: the Basic OSD is
intuitive and consumerlike, while the Advanced OSD offers traditional usability.
•W ide variety of inputsand video formats
The projector supports a wide variety of inputs for connection to your video and PC
equipment, including component video, S-Video, and composite video, as well as dual
HDMI, PC, and an output trigger for connection to automated screen and environment
lighting systems.
•ISF certified calibration control
To reach a higher standard of performance, the projector incorporatesISF NIGHT and
ISF DAY mode settings in its OSD menus, which requires professional calibration
service from authorized ISF installers.
•3D function
To enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by
presenting the depth of the images through HDMI.
•Built-in speaker(s)
Built-in speaker(s) providing mixed mono audio when an audio input isconnected.
•Intuitive lensshift
The intuitive control over lens shift lever provides flexibility in setting-up your
projector.
•SmartEco
SmartEco™ technology saves lamp power consumption up to 70% depending on the
content brightness level when SmartEco mode is selected.
Projector features8
•SmartEco™ startsyour dynamic power saving
The SmartEco™ technology offers a new way of operating the projector lamp system
and saves lamp power depending on the content brightness level.
•Longest lamp life with SmartEco™ technology
The SmartEco™ technology lowers the power consumption and increases the lamp
life.
•ECO BLANK savesthe lamp power
By pressingthe ECO BLANK button to hide the image and immediately lower the lamp
power at the same time.
•W irelessFHD Kit supported (optional accessory)
Refer to the kit’s documentation to learn how to use it.
Projector features 9
Shipping contents
Carefully unpack and verify that you have all of the itemsshown below. If any of these items
are missing, please contact your place of purchase.
Standard accessories
The supplied accessorieswill 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.
Europe sku doesn't have VGA cable in standard accessories.
Other accessories
For below accessories, please consult your dealer for detailed information.
W1350
Batteries
Warranty card User manual CD Quick start guide Power cable
Remote ControlProjector
Spare lamp kit Ceiling mount kit 3D Glasses Carry bag
Wireless FHD Kit
(WDP01)
Projector features10
Projector exterior view
1. Lamp compartment cover
2. Projection lens
3. Quick-release button
4. External control panel
(See "Projector" on page 12 for
details.)
5. Top IR remote sensor
6. Lens Shift
7. Focus ring and Zoom ring
8. Vent (cool air intake)
9. Front IR remote sensor
10. Lenscap & string
11. HDMI 1 input jack
12. HDMI 2 / MHL dual mode port
Also can be charging connected
MHL compatible smart device as
long as the power is fed to the
projector.
13. USB Mini B input jack
Used for service.
14. COMPUTER PC input jack
15. RS-232 control port
Used to interface with a PC or
home theater control/automation
system.
16. COMPONENT input jacks
17. USB Type A 1.5A
Used for charging the receiver box
of the W ireless FHD Kit (W DP01)
(optional accessory)
18. Audio speaker
19. Kensington anti-theft lock slot
20. Rear adjuster foot
21. VIDEO input jack
22. AUDIO input jack (R)
23. AUDIO input jack (L)
24. AUDIO input jack
25. AUDIO output jack
26. Quick-release foot
27. 12 V TRIGGER out jack
Used to trigger external device such
as an electric screen or light control,
etc. Consult your dealer for how to
connect these devices.
28. AC power cord inlet
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Rear/lower side
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Projector features12
Controls and functions
Projector 9. Keystone/Arrow keys( /▲Up)
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection.
See "Correctingkeystone" on page 33 for
details.
10. LAMP indicator light
Indicates the status of the lamp. Lights up
or flashes when the lamp has developed a
problem. See "Indicators" on page 67 for
details.
11. AUTO
Automatically determinesthe best picture
timings for the displayed image. See
"Auto-adjustingthe image" on page 32 for
details.
12. ►Right/
Manually corrects distorted image
resulting from an angled projection.
W hen the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu is activated, the #5, #9, #12, and
#15 keysare used asdirectional arrowsto
select the desired menu itemsand to
make adjustments. See "Using the
Advanced OSD menu" on page 40 for
details.
13. OK/MODE
Selects an available picture setup mode.
Confirm the selected O n-Screen Display
(OSD) menu item. See "Using the
Advanced OSD menu" on page 40 for
details.
14. MENU
Turnson the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu. Goesback to previous OSD menu,
exits and saves menu settings.
See "Using
the Advanced OSD menu" on page 40 for
details.
15. Keystone/Arrow keys( /▼Down)
Manually corrects distorted images
resulting from an angled projection. See
"Correcting keystone" on page 33 for
details.
1. FOCUS/ZOOM Ring
Used to adjust the projected image
appearance. See "Fine-tuningthe image size
and clarity" on page 33 for details.
2. LENS SHIFT adjuster
Used to adjust the projector len up or
down. See "Shifting the projection lens" on
page 20 for details.
3. POW ER indicator light
Lights up or flashes when the projector is
under operation. See "Indicators" on page
67 for details.
4. SOURCE
Displays the source selection bar. See
"Switchinginput signal" on page 44 for
details.
5. ◄Left/
Manually corrects distorted image resulting
from an angled projection.
6. POW ER
Toggles the projector between standby
mode and on.
See "Starting up the projector" on page 30
and "Shutting down the projector" on page
57 for details.
7. BACK
Goesback to previousOSD menu, exitsand
saves menu settings.
8. TEMPerature indicator light
Lightsup red if the projector'stemperature
becomestoo high. See "Indicators" on page
67 for details.
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Projector features 13
Remote control
1. ON, OFF
Togglesthe projector between on and off
mode.
2. 3D, INVERT
Launches the 3D menu and toggles the
invert function between on and off.
3. Arrow keys(▲Up/▼Down/◄Left/
►Right)
W hen the On-Screen Display (OSD)
menu is activated, these keys are used as
directional arrows to select the desired
menu itemsand to make adjustments.
W hen the OSD menu isoff and you are
under the MHL connection mode, these
arrows keys are available for controlling
your smart device.
4. OK
Confirms the selected O SD menu item.
W hen the OSD menu isoff and you are
under the MHL connection mode, use
the key to confirm the selection on the
OSD of your smart device.
5. BACK
Goesback to previousOSD menu, exits
and saves menu settings.
W hen the OSD menu isoff and you are
under the MHL connection mode, use
the key to return or exit the OSD menu
of your smart device.
6. , ,
•Mute: Togglesprojector audio
between on and off.
•Volume Down: Decreases the
projector volume.
•Volume U p: Increasesthe projector
volume.
7. MHL Control buttons
( Backward, Play/Pause,
Forward, Rewind,
Stop, Fast forward)
Goes to the previous file/Plays/Pauses/
Goesto the next file/Rewinds/Stops/
Fast-forwardsduring media playback.
Only available when controlling your
smart device in MHL mode.
W hen you are under the MHL connection
mode and the OSD isoff, these buttons
are available for controllingyour smart
device: arrow keys, OK, BACK, and MHL
control buttons.
8. KEYSTONE
Launches the 2D Keystone window.
Use the Arrow keysto manually
correct distorted images resulting from
an angled projection.
9. Picture quality adjustment keys
These function keys perform the same
tasks as specified in the O SD menu.
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Projector features14
10. LIGHT
The LED backlight lights up and stays on
for approximately 30 secondswhen
pressing any key on the remote control.
Pressing any other keys within the 10
second again turns the LED backlight off.
11. AUTO
Automatically determinesthe best picture
timings for the displayed image.
12. ECO BLANK
Used to blank the screen picture.
13. MENU
• Accesses the On-Screen Display
(OSD) menu.
• Goes back to previous OSD menu,
exits and saves menu settings.
14. SOURCE
Displays the source selection bar.
15. MODE
Selects an available picture mode.
16. FINE TUNE
Displaysthe Color Temperature Fine
Tuning window. See "Color
Temperature Fine Tuning" on page 58 for
details.
PIP and SWAP keysare not available.
Projector features 15
Remote control effective range
Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor islocated on the
front and the top of the projector. The remote
control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees
perpendicular to the projector's IR remote control
sensor to function correctly. The distance between
the remote control and the sensor should not exceed
8 meters(~ 26 feet).
Make sure that there are no obstaclesbetween the
remote control and the IR sensor on the projector
that might obstruct the infra-red beam.
Approx. ±30°
Approx. ±30°
Projector features16
Replacing the remote control battery
• Avoid excessive heat and humidity.
• There may be battery damage if the battery isincorrectly replaced.
• Replace only with the sameor equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.
• Dispose of the used battery according tothe battery manufacturer’sinstructions.
• Never throw a battery into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.
• If the battery isdead or if you will not beusing the remote control for a long time, remove
the battery to prevent damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.
1. Remove the battery compartment cover by
sliding the cover in the direction of the
arrow.
2. Insert the supplied batteries taking note of
the polarity (+/-) as shown here.
3. Replace the cover.
Positioning your projector 17
Positioning your projector
Choosing a location
Before choosing an installation location for your projector, take the following factors into
consideration:
• Size and position of your screen
• Electrical outlet location
• Location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment
You can install your projector in the followingways.
1. Front Table
Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in front of
the screen.
This isthe most common way to position the projector for quick setup
and portability.
Turn on the projector and make the followingsettings:
MENU > Settingsor System Setup : Basic > Projector Position
> Front
2. Rear Table
Select this location with the projector placed near the floor behind the
screen.
Turn on the projector and make the followingsettings:
MENU > Settingsor System Setup : Basic > Projector Position
> Rear
A special rear projection screen isrequired.
3. Front Ceiling
Select this location with the projector suspended from the ceilingin
front of the screen.
Turn on the projector and make the followingsettings:
MENU > Settingsor System Setup : Basic > Projector Position
> Front Ceiling
Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount
your projector on the ceiling.
4. Rear Ceiling
Select thislocation with the projector suspended from the ceilingbehind
the screen.
Turn on the projector and make the followingsettings:
MENU > Settingsor System Setup : Basic > Projector Position
> Rear Ceiling
A special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector CeilingMount Kit
are required.
Positioning your projector18
Obtaining a preferred projected image size
The projected image size isdetermined by the distance from the projector lens to the
screen, the zoom setting, and the video format.
Projection dimensions
Refer to "Dimensions" on page 70 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector
before calculating the appropriate position.
<A> <B>
<C> <E>
<D>
<F>
<G>
Floor Installation
<F>: Screen <G>: Center of lens
<B>
<A>
<C>
<F>
<G>
<D>
<E>
Ceiling Installation
<F>: Screen <G>: Center of lens
Screen dimensions Projection distance <D> [mm] Lowest/Highest
lensposition <E>
[mm]
Diagonal <A>
[inch (mm)]
Height
<B>
[mm]
W idth
<C>
[mm]
Min
distance
(with max
zoom)
avg
Min
distance
(with min
zoom) (min.) (max.)
26 (659) 323 574 - - 1200 32 78
30 (762) 374 664 923 1156 1388 37 90
40 (1016) 498 886 1231 1541 1851 50 120
50 (1270) 623 1107 1539 1926 2313 62 149
60 (1524) 747 1328 1846 2311 2776 75 179
70 (1778) 872 1550 2154 2696 3239 87 209
80 (2032) 996 1771 2462 3082 3701 100 239
90 (2286) 1121 1992 2769 3467 4164 112 269
100 (2540) 1245 2214 3077 3852 4627 125 299
110 (2794) 1370 2435 3385 4237 5090 137 329
120 (3048) 1494 2657 3693 4622 5552 149 359
130 (3302) 1619 2878 4000 5008 6015 162 389
140 (3556) 1743 3099 4308 5393 6478 174 418
150 (3810) 1868 3321 4616 5778 6940 187 448
160 (4064) 1992 3542 4923 6163 7403 199 478
170 (4318) 2117 3763 5231 6548 7866 212 508
180 (4572) 2241 3985 5539 6934 8328 224 538
190 (4826) 2366 4206 5847 7319 8791 237 568
Positioning your projector 19
There is5%tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. BenQ
recommendsthat if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test
the projection size and distance using the actual projector before you permanently install it, so
asto make allowance for thisprojector'soptical characteristics. Thiswill help you determine
the exact mounting position so that it best suitsyour installation location.
200 (5080) 2491 4428 6154 7704 9254 249 598
250 (6350) 3113 5535 7693 9630 11567 311 747
300 (7620) 3736 6641 9232 11556 13881 374 897
325 (8254) 4047 7194 10000 - - 405 971
Screen dimensions Projection distance <D> [mm] Lowest/Highest
lensposition <E>
[mm]
Diagonal <A>
[inch (mm)]
Height
<B>
[mm]
W idth
<C>
[mm]
Min
distance
(with max
zoom)
avg
Min
distance
(with min
zoom) (min.) (max.)
Positioning your projector20
Shiftingthe projection lens
The lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector. It allows the
projector to be positioned off the center of the screen.
The lens shift is expressed as a percentage of the projected image half height. It is
measured as an offset from the projected image’s vertical center. You can shift the
projection lenswithin the allowable range depending on your desired image position.
Lensshift adjustment will not result in a degraded picture quality. In the unlikely event that the
image distortion isproduced, see "Correcting keystone" on page 33 for details.
• W hen the screen position isfixed
• W hen the projector position isfixed
DOWN UP
LENS SHIFT
Center of lens
100%
20%
28%
Screen
Projector
120%
148%
130%
DOWN UP
LENS SHIFT
Center of lens
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