BenQ X46-5000 Series User manual

X46-5000 / X55-5000 Series
LED Backlight TV
User Manual
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English
Copyright
Copyright 2011 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this
publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system
or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means,
electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the
prior written permission of BenQ Corporation.
All other logos, products, or company names mentioned in this manual may be the
registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used for
informational purposes only.
Disclaimer
BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or
implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties,
merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation
reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in
the contents hereof without obligation of BenQ Corporation to notify any person of
such revision or changes.
This user manual aims to provide the most updated and accurate information to
customers, and thus all contents may be modified from time to time without prior
notice. Please visit http://www.benq.com for the latest version of this manual.
is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruSurround HD technology is incorporated under license from
SRS Labs, Inc.
BenQ ecoFACTS
BenQ has been dedicated to the design
and development of greener product as
part of its aspiration to realize the ideal
of the "Bringing Enjoyment 'N Quality
to Life" corporate vision with the
ultimate goal to achieve a low-carbon
society. Besides meeting international
regulatory requirement and standards
pertaining to environmental
management, BenQ has spared no
efforts in pushing our initiatives further
to incorporate life cycle design in the
aspects of material selection,
manufacturing, packaging, transportation, using and disposal of the products.
BenQ ecoFACTS label lists key eco-friendly design highlights of each
product, hoping to ensure that consumers make informed green choices at
purchase. Check out BenQ’s CSR Website at http://csr.BenQ.com/ for more
details on BenQ’s environmental commitments and achievements.
This user manual aims to provide the most updated and accurate information to
customers, and thus all contents may be modified from time to time without prior notice.
Please visit http://www.benq.com for the latest version of this manual.
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Safety, Warning, and Notice 3
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Safety, Warning, and Notice
To prevent potential dangers and prolong the service life of the TV, please
observe the following points when installing, operating, and cleaning the TV.
For wall mounting, have a
qualified and experienced
technician mount it safely. Use
only a recommended wall
bracket (optional accessory) for
this TV and ensure that the
bracket is securely screw fixed to
the wall structure, and not just
the wall render, lining or
cladding.
Observe all warnings and
cautions as labeled on the TV.
Do not place the TV near water,
like a spa or pool, or in a
position which will allow the
splashing or spraying of water
onto the display.
Do not place the TV in direct
sun or spot lighting will shine
onto the TV.
Do not place the TV near or
above sources of heat, such as
radiators, heaters, fuel stoves
and other heat-generating items
(including audio amplifiers).
Do not place the TV on an
uneven, sloping or unstable
surface (such as a trolley) where
it may fall and cause damage to
itself or others.
For wall mounting, allow
appropriate space on top for
attaching the TV to the wall
bracket.
Do not place the TV in an
enclosed place without allowing
for ventilation.
If recessed into a wall opening,
you must leave appropriate free
space both top and bottom for
mounting and removing the TV.
All Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
screens have a very thin
protective layer of glass which is
liable to marking or scratching,
and cracking if struck or
pressured. The liquid crystal
substrate is also liable to damage
under excessive force or
extreme temperatures. Please
handle with care.
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Care and cleaning information4
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Care and cleaning information
• Always turn off and disconnect the TV from the mains power before cleaning.
• Do not use cream, liquid, aerosol or spray cleaners. Use only a slightly damp well
wrung-out (drip-free) and lint-free, clean soft cloth and lightly wipe the TV.
• If necessary, use a pH-neutral liquid dish-washing detergent diluted with water on a
separate clean lint-free cloth to remove oil or grease marks. Wipe over again with a
clean dry lint-free cloth to remove any smear marks.
• When cleaning the TV (including the frame around the screen), please use a proper
cleaning tool harmless to the materials used by the TV in order to avoid possible
scratches or damages.
• Under close examination and in certain circumstances, you may notice that a few
non-active pixels appear on the screen as a fixed point of color. Please note that this
does not affect the performance of your product as it is usually not visible at normal
viewing distances.
• If the TV is not going to be used for an extended period of time (like when you are
going away for holidays), it should be switched off and unplugged from the wall
outlet. You should also consider removing the batteries from the remote control (as
they may leak).
• The TV is not suitable for installation on certain transportation vehicles (such as
cars, yachts, and so on) to avoid possible damage to the TV because of vibration.
Do not cover or block the vents
and openings while the TV is
switched on.
To prevent the spread of fire,
keep candles or other open
flames away from the TV at all
times.
Do not insert your fingers or any
foreign objects into the hinge
and its surrounding area to avoid
possible injury to you or damage
to the TV.
Do not apply excessive force or
place heavy stuff on the TV to
avoid possible damage.
• Only use the power cord supplied with the TV. Never use a power cord which appears
damaged or frayed, or change the plug type on the power cord.
• Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. -- An improper ground may cause
electric shock or equipment damage (Class l Equipment only).
• Be aware of the total loading when using extension cords or multiple outlet power
boards.
• When installing the TV, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed
wiring, or connect the power cord to socket-outlet which must be provided near the
TV and easily accessible. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate
the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power cord.
• This TV has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety,
however, IMPROPER HANDLING OR USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD. Please handle this TV with care. If
damaged, turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the TV. Transport the
TV to your nearest BenQ authorized service center for repair.
• There are no user serviceable parts in this TV. Never unscrew or remove any covers.
There are dangerous voltages inside. Turn off the power and unplug the power cord
before moving the TV.
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Safety notice for batteries 5
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• LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screens, like plasma (PDP) and conventional CRT
(Cathode Ray Tube) screens, are also susceptible to “screen burn-in” or “image
retention” which can be found on the screen as visible fixed lines and shades and
cannot be removed. To avoid such permanent damage to the screen, please take the
following preventive measures when using your TV:
(1) Avoid displaying still images (like On-Screen Display menus, TV station logos,
fixed/inactive text or icons) for more than two hours.
(2) Change the aspect ratio from time to time. Fill the entire screen with the image
and eliminate the black bars whenever possible. Avoid displaying images in 4:3
aspect ratio over a long period of time, otherwise there may be visible burn
marks on the screen as two vertical lines.
(3) Turn on the ECO Mode function when displaying PC input image.
(4) This TV is designed for home use only. Do not use it as a commercial display in
public areas.Please note that the product warranty does not cover any screen
damages that result from the failure to take the measures above.
Please note that the product warranty does not cover any screen damages
that result from the failure to take the measures above.
Safety notice for batteries
The use of the wrong type of batteries may cause chemical leaks or
explosion. Please note the following:
• Always ensure that the batteries are inserted with the positive and negative
terminals in the correct direction as shown in the battery compartment.
• Different types of batteries have different characteristics. Do not mix different types.
• Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries will shorten battery
life or cause chemical leaks from the old batteries.
• When batteries fail to function, replace them immediately.
• Chemicals which leak from batteries may cause skin irritation. If any chemical matter
seeps out of the batteries, wipe it up immediately using a dry cloth, and replace the
batteries as soon as possible.
• Due to varying storage conditions, the battery life for the batteries included with
your TV may be shortened. Replace them within 3 months or as soon as you can
after initial use.
Safety notice for remote control
If the TV comes with a remote control, please note the following:
• Do not put the remote control in the direct heat, humidity and avoid fire.
• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not expose the remote control to water or moisture. Failure to do so could
result in malfunction.
• Confirm there is no object between the remote control and the remote control
sensor of the TV.
• If the remote control will not be used for an extended period, remove the batteries.
Many of the electronic components used by the TV contain high tension coils, and thus
inductance occur when circuits pass through these components. This inductance is a
normal physical phenomenon, which can be found in many electronic devices in daily life
such as computers and fluorescent lights. Therefore, there is no concern or worry about
the use and safety of this TV.
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Notes for viewing 3D videos6
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Notes for viewing 3D videos
• While watching 3D videos, be sure to wear the accompanying proprietary
3D glasses and take a rest regularly (remember to remove the 3D glasses
during rest) to avoid possible discomfort.
• While watching 3D videos, please keep a distance (at least 2 times the
diagonal length of the screen) away from the TV screen.
• While watching 2D videos, do not wear the accompanying proprietary 3D
glasses.
• The accompanying proprietary 3D glasses can only be used for viewing 3D
videos displayed by this TV.
• Please use a clean soft cloth to clean the accompanying proprietary 3D glasses.
• Avoid storing the accompanying proprietary 3D glasses in a place of high or
low temperature.
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Table of Contents 7
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Table of Contents
Copyright ................................................................................................2
Disclaimer................................................................................................2
BenQ ecoFACTS....................................................................................2
Safety, Warning, and Notice ................................................................3
Care and cleaning information............................................................4
Safety notice for batteries....................................................................5
Safety notice for remote control........................................................5
Notes for viewing 3D videos ..............................................................6
Getting to know your TV ....................................................................9
Front view................................................................................................................. 9
Remote control.....................................................................................................10
Remote control usage tips ...........................................................................13
Control panel ...........................................................................................14
Rear view ................................................................................................................15
Connecting power................................................................................................16
Initial setup ................................................................................................17
Adjusting aspect ratio ..........................................................................................17
Navigating the OSD menu ................................................................ 18
Picture menu ............................................................................................19
Sound menu ..............................................................................................21
TV menu ....................................................................................................22
Time menu ................................................................................................23
Setup menu ...............................................................................................24
Viewing images/videos or listening to the music ........................ 26
Supported devices and file formats...................................................................26
Photo playback................................................................................................27
Music playback.................................................................................................27
Video playback ................................................................................................28
Text playback ..................................................................................................28
Reference ............................................................................................. 29
Dimensions.............................................................................................................29
Specifications ............................................................................................31
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Supported component (YPbPr) video timing ....................................32
Supported HDMI video timing .......................................................................... 32
Supported HDMI 3D video timing ......................................................33
Supported computer (D-sub/VGA) input signal resolutions...................... 33
Setting up appropriate output resolution on a computer.................... 34
Troubleshooting .................................................................................35
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Getting to know your TV 9
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Getting to know your TV
Front view
1234
No. Name Description
1Speakers Left and right speakers for reproducing high-quality
stereo audio.
2Remote control
sensor window Receives command signals from the remote control.
3Power/status
indicator
• Lights up green when the TV is powered on.
• Lights up red when the TV is in standby mode.
4 Hard off switch Turns off the TV without any power consumption. Use
it when you want to shut down the TV for a long time.
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Remote control
1 Power / Standby
Press this button to power the TV
on or put it to the standby mode.
2 Red/Green/Yellow/Blue
These buttons are for running
special functions.
3 3D
Turns on/off the 3D effect.
Enters 3D related OSD menus.
4 (No function)
5 Sleep Timer ( 睡眠定时 )
Press this button to set the
automatic shut-off timer.
6 Picture ( 图像模式 )
Press this button to select a desired
preset picture mode.
7 (No function)
8 Sound mode ( 声音类型 )
Press to toggle among available TV
sound modes (may vary from your
TV sound system).
9 0-9 Channel selection
Press these buttons to select the
program you wish to view.
10 Recall ( 返回 )
Press to toggle between the
current channel and the previous
one.
11 Favorite List ( 喜爱频道 )
Press this button to jump to one of
the favorite channels you have
stored.
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12 Volume +/- ( 音量 )
Press these buttons to raise or
lower the volume level.
13 SRS TruSurround HD ( 环绕音效 )
Press this button to turn on/off the
SRS TruSurround HD sound effect.
14 ////OK
When the OSD (On-Screen
Display) menu displays on-screen:
• Press /or to select settings.
• Press /or to adjust settings.
Press OK to execute selections.
15 MENU ( 菜单 )
Press this button to display the
OSD menu for commands and
settings. Press it again to close.
16 INFO ( 信息 )
Press this button to display the
input source information.
17 Navigation Controls
• Used when showing files on a
connected USB device or editing
channels.
• Freezes screen (not
available for USB and network)
18 TV ( 电视 )
Press this button to directly switch
to the TV mode.
19 INPUT ( 信号选择 )
Press these buttons to sequentially
change channels.
20 Network TV ( 网络电视 )
Enters or leaves network TV.
21 Aspect Ratio ( 画面比例 )
Press this button to adjust the
screen image aspect ratio.
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22 Sound mode ( 音效模式 )
Press this button to select a preset
sound mode.
23 Confirm -/-- ( 确认 -/--)
Press this button to confirm the
channel you selected or enter the
channel number.
24 Channel ( 频道 )
Press these buttons to sequentially
change channels by moving forward
or backward.
25 Mute ( 静音 )
Press this button to mute the
sound output. Press it again to
restore the sound output.
26 Back ( 回上页 )
In the OSD menu, press this button
to return to the previous menu
page.
27 (No function)
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Functions on the remote control may vary depending on different sales regions.
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Getting to know your TV 13
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Remote control usage tips
• The remote control must be held at an
angle within 30 degrees of the TV's
remote control sensor window to
function correctly. The distance
between the remote control and the
sensors should not exceed 6 meters.
• Do not cover the sensor window on
the front of the TV, or place objects in
front of it which will block the direct
line-of-sight between the remote
control and the sensor window on TV.
30 degrees
6 meters
• Do not let the remote control become wet, or place it in humid environments (like
bathrooms.)
• If the remote control sensor window on the TV is in direct sunlight or strong light, the
remote control may not operate properly. In this situation, change the light source or
readjust the angle of your TV, or operate the remote control from a location closer to
the remote control sensor window on the TV.
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Control panel
No. Name Description
1MENU button Displays the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu if not visible,
or exits the current menu if displayed.
2INPUT button
• Cycles through input signal sources.
• In the OSD menu, executes selections or to enter a
submenu you have selected.
3VOL (Volume)
-/+button
• Adjusts the volume level of the built-in speakers.
• In the OSD menu, moves the selection highlight left or
right or changes settings.
4CH (Channel)
/button
• Sequentially selects the previous or next tuned TV
channel.
• In the OSD menu, moves the selection highlight up or
down or changes settings.
5(Power/
standby button)
Toggles the TV between standby mode and normal
operation mode.
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Rear view
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Subwoofer
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Connecting power
No. Name Description
1Network ( 网口 )Connects to an RJ45 network cable.
2Headphone output( 耳机 )Connects to stereo headphones.
3SPDIF ( 数字光纤 )Connects to the SPDIF digital audio input of a
connected device.
4RF IN (Antenna/TV)
(天线输入 )Connects to an antenna TV/CATV cable system.
5AV OUT
(视频 /音频 AV 输出 )
Connects to the inputs (composite video and
audio) on a connected device.
6USB1 Connects to USB external storage devices so that
you can use the TV to view digital photos.
7AV2 IN
(视频 /音频 AV2 输入 )
Connects to the outputs (composite video and
audio) on a connected device.
8AV1 IN (AV1 输入 )Connects to the outputs (composite video and
audio) on a connected device.
9YPbPr ( 分量输入 )
YPbPr: Connects to the Component Video (Y Pb
Pr) output of an appropriate source device.
Audio (L: left; R: right): Connects to the audio
output of an appropriate source device to match
that of the Component Video output.
10 USB 2 Connects to USB external storage devices so that
you can use the TV to view digital photos.
11 PC AUDIO IN
(电脑音频输入 )
Connects to the audio output to match that of the
PC video (D-Sub) output.
12 VGA 输入 Connects to the video (D-Sub) output of a PC.
13 HDMI Connects to the HDMI digital audio/video or DVI
digital video output of your digital source device.
Front views, rear views, available jacks, jack names, and their locations may be different
depending on the TV models available in your country or region.
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Initial setup
When first time turning on the TV, you will be asked to do the initial setup.
Please follow the on-screen instructions to specify the use of TV (family or
retail) and complete channel scanning.
Adjusting aspect ratio
The TV can resize and reshape an image to suit your requirements. The
visual result depends upon the setting your have chosen, and the original
aspect ratio of the input image. Press Aspect Ratio on the remote control to
cycle through different aspect ratios.
Resetting to default will also return to the initial setup state.
Mode Description and usage
Aspect ratio of input video
4:3 16:9
4:3
Display aspect ratio is 4:3.
Recommended for use when
viewing video sources already in
the 4:3 aspect ratio (such as
analog TV and PC video input).
Not
recommended
Panorama
Display aspect ratio is enlarged
non-proportionally from 4:3 to
16:9 while avoiding distortion on
the center of the image
(distortion on the edge is more
obvious though).
Recommended for use when
viewing a 4:3 video in full screen.
Not
recommended
Zoom
Display aspect ratio is enlarged
proportionally from 4:3 to 16:9.
Part of the top and bottom areas
(only those exceeding the
displayable area of the screen) of
the image is cut off.
Recommended for use when
viewing a letter box video already
having two black strips on top and
bottom of the screen.
Not
recommended
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Navigating the OSD menu18
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Navigating the OSD menu
To enter the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu, press MENU on the remote
control or MENU on the TV. Next, follow the navigation guides shown on
the screen bottom.
For example, you can:
1. Press or on the remote control to move among 4 different main
menus: Picture, Sound, TV, Time, and Setup.
2. Press OK on the remote control to enter the submenu of a selected (as
highlighted on the screen) menu.
3. Press or on the remote control to select an item in the submenu.
4. Press /on the remote control to adjust settings.
5. Press Back on the remote control to return to the previous menu or
close the OSD menu. (Pressing MENU on the TV closes the OSD menu
directly.)
See the following section for more information on OSD.
16:9
Stretches a 4:3 image to 16:9
aspect proportions.
Recommended for use when
viewing video sources which are
already in 16:9 aspect such as
digital TV and most widescreen
DVDs.
• Available aspect ratio options are dependent on the type of input signal being selected.
When viewing PC input (via D-Sub or DVI), only full screen and wide screen are
available for selection.
• To avoid possible “image retention” or “screen burn-in” on the LCD screen of your
TV, it is recommended that you change the aspect ratio from time to time and prevent
the TV from displaying a static image for a prolonged period of time.
• The available menu items are dependent on the input source being selected.
Unavailable items will be greyed out or not displayed.
Available menu items may vary depending on the selected input source.
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Navigating the OSD menu 19
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Picture menu
Item Function
Picture Mode
Selects a picture mode you want to use.
This option is not available when the computer D-Sub (VGA) input is in use.
Back Light
Adjusts the screen brightness in a low-light environment.
This option is not available unless the Dynamic Backlight Control in Senseye
Setting is disabled.
Brightness Adjusts image black level, so that detail in the dark areas of an
image can be seen.
Contrast Adjusts image white level so that whites do not wash out
surrounding colors.
Saturation Adjusts the dark and light areas for colors. The darker the color,
the less saturation will be.
HUE Adjusts colors shown in the color spectrum.
Sharpness
Adjusts image sharpness level.
When viewing text-rich contents from the VGA or DVI input, you may need
to set the sharpness level to 0 for a suitable display result.
Color
Temperature
Adjusts the color tint of the black and white part of the image.
You can choose from Normal, Warm, User or Cool.
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Senseye Setting
Adjusts settings in Gamma, Dynamic Noise Reduction, MPEG NR,
ACE (Automatic Contrast Enhancement), Black Extension, Color
Enhancement, Motion Blur Free, Game Mode, Dynamic Backlight
Control, Film Mode, and HDMI RGB Level.
3D Mode
Changes the display mode of 3D video source. You can select Off
/ Virtual 3D / Side-by-Side / Top-and-Bottom.
• When the TV automatically detects a 3D video source, this option will be
automatically set to Auto.
• Virtual 3D is converting ordinary 2D video signal into 3D video signal (with 3D
video effect).
• Side-by-Side / Top-and-Bottom must match the 3D video signal to get the 3D
video effect. For example, when HDMI input signal is a Side-by-Side 3D video
source but the TV did not automatically detect it. You can manually select Side-
by-Side to get the 3D video effect.
L-R Switch Interchangeably alternates the left and the right visual space in
order to correctly display 3D video.
3D Depth of
Field
Controls the strength for the 3D depth of field (higher value
provides deeper depth of field)
3D-to-2D Converts 3D video signal into ordinary 2D video signal.
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