BenQ Digital Projector

MP512 ST

Short-Throw

Presentation Timer

ANSI Lumens

Panel Key Lock

800x600

Power On/Off Tone

Specifications

Projection System Native Resolution Brightness Contrast Ratio Aspect Ratio Color Lens Zoom Ratio Image Size (Diagonal) Throw Ratio Lamp Computer Compatibility HDTV Compatibility Video Compatibility Horizontal Frequency Vertical Scan Rate DLPTM technology by Texas Instruments SVGA (800 x 600) 2200 ANSI lumens 2500:1 (Full on/Full off) 4:3 Native, 16:9 Selectable Full 16.7 million color palette F= 2.5 f=10mm Fixed 27.5 to 300 0.9:1 185W, 3000/4000 hours(Normal/Eco) VGA(640 x 480) to SXGA(1280 x 1024) 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p NTSC, PAL, SECAM 31-82 kHz 48-85 Hz PC Analog RGB: D-sub 15 pin x 1 Digital: HDMI x 1 Component Video: D-sub 15 pin (Shared with Analog RGB connector) S-Video: Mini Din 4 pin x 1 Composite Video: RCA x 1 Audio: Stereo Mini Jack x 1

Built-in

Highlights
Short Throw Lens (Ratio 0.9) HDMI Connector x 1 5W Speaker x 2 SVGA Native Resolution 2200 ANSI Lumens 2500:1 High Contrast Ratio 4000 Hours Lamp Life @ Eco Brilliant ColorTM 3D Color Management Wall Color Correction Closed Caption Standy D-Sub Output Baud Rate Change Presentation Timer Quick Auto Search Quick Cooling Security Password Resolution Reminder Panel Key Lock Q? Hot Key for FAQ Power Saving Auto Off Power On/Off Tone 11 Sets of Picture Mode

Input Terminals

Output Terminal Control Terminal Dimensions(W x H x D) Weight Power Supply Power Consumption Noise Level On-Screen Display Languages
Speaker 5W x 2 Serial Connector : RS232 D-sub 9 pin x x 3.5 x 8.4 inch (255 x 90 x 214 mm) 4.9 lbs (2.2 kg) 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz Max 280W, Standby Max 5W 31/26 dB (Normal/Economic mode) English/ French/ German/ Italian/ Spanish/ Russian/ Traditional Chinese/ Simplified Chinese/Japanese/ Korean/ Swedish/ Dutch/ Turkish/ Czech/ Portuguese / Thai/ Polish PC Input: A/V Input:
Dynamic Mode Standard Mode Cinema Mode User 1 Mode User 2 Mode

Picture Modes

Dynamic Mode Presentation Mode sRGB Mode Cinema Mode User 1 Mode User 2 Mode

BrilliantColorTM

Panel Key Lock "Q?" Hot Key for FAQ Power On/Off Ring Tone 11 sets of Picture Mode Auto Phase Adjustment Blank @ ECO mode Quick Cooling Auto Off Security Password High Altitude Mode VGA Cable PWR Cord
Multi-function Connectors
HDMI D-Sub In S-Video Video Audio

Function

3D Color Management Wall Color Correction Quick Auto Search Time Controller Presentation Timer Closed Caption Standby D-Sub Output Baud Rate Change Resolution Reminder Quick Start Guide Accessories (Standard) Manual CD Remote Control w/battery Ceiling Mounting Kit Presentation Plus

RS-232

Accessories (Optional)
Spare Lamp Kit Soft Carry Case
*BenQ has the right to change spec without any notice.

Warning THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug.
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.
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

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.
Wall color correction allowing projection on surfaces of several predefined colors Quick auto search speeding up the signal detecting process Selectable password protected function Up to 11 sets of picture modes providing multiple choices for different projection purposes 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 Ability to display 16.7 million colors Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus Switchable normal and economic modes to reduce the power consumption Component HDTV compatibility (YPbPr)
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.

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.

Left/ Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing FAQ 13. function" on page 38 for details. BLANK Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding the image" on page 37 for details.

Remote control

Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up, / Down) Manually corrects distorted images resulting from an angled projection. See "Correcting keystone" on page 30 for details. AUTO Automatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image. See "Auto-adjusting the image" on page 29 for details. Right/ Activates panel key lock. See "Locking control keys" on page 38 for details. When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the #3, #7 and #9 keys are used as directional arrows to select the desired menu items and to make adjustments. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. SOURCE Displays the source selection bar. See "Switching input signal" on page 28 for details. Mode/Enter Depending upon which input signal is selected, selects an available picture setup mode. See "Selecting a picture mode" on page 32 for details. Enacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. Timer On Activates or displays an on-screen timer based on your own timer setting. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 36 for details. Timer Setup Enters presentation timer setting directly. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 36 for details.
Power Toggles the projector between standby mode and on. See "Starting up the projector" on page 24 and "Shutting down 10. the projector" on page 40 for details. Freeze Freezes the projected image. See "Freezing the image" on page 38 for details. 11. Left/ Starts the FAQ function. See "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 38 for details. BLANK Used to hide the screen picture. See "Hiding the image" on page 37 for details. Digital Zoom keys (+, -) Magnifies or reduces the projected picture 12. size. See "Magnifying and searching for details" on page 30 for details. Menu/Exit Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, 13. exits and saves menu settings. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details.
Remote control effective range
Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front 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 obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor on the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam.

Connecting a monitor

If you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen, you can connect the D-SUB OUT signal output socket on the projector to an external monitor with a VGA cable following the instructions below:
To connect the projector to a monitor:
1. 2. Connect the projector to a computer as described in "Connecting a computer" on page 17. Take a suitable VGA cable (only one supplied) and connect one end of the cable to the D-Sub input socket of the video monitor. Or if your monitor is equipped with a DVI input socket, take a VGA to DVI-A cable and connect the DVI end of the cable to the DVI input socket of the video monitor. Connect the other end of the cable to the D-SUB OUT socket on the projector.
The final connection path should be like that shown in the following diagram: Notebook or desktop computer
VGA cable VGA to DVI cable VGA cable
The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the projector. If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make sure the Standby D-Sub Output function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu. See "Standby D-Sub Output" on page 46 for details.
Connecting Video source devices
You can connect your projector to various Video source devices that provide any one of the following output sockets: HDMI Component Video S-Video Video (composite) You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the above connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the projector and the Video source device as described below:

Best video quality

The best available video connection method is HDMI. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners, DVD players and displays over a single cable. It provides pure digital viewing experience. See "Connecting an HDMI device" on page 20 for how to connect the projector to a HDMI device. If no HDMI source is available, the next best available video connection method is Component Video (not to be confused with composite Video). Digital TV tuner and DVD players output Component Video natively, so if available on your devices, this should be your connection method of choice in preference to (composite) Video. See "Connecting a Component Video source device" on page 21 for how to connect the projector to a component video device.

If the projector is not placed on a flat surface or the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes trapezoidal. To correct this situation, see "Correcting keystone" on page 30 for details.
Do not look into the lens while the lamp is on. The strong light from the lamp may cause damage to your eyes. Be careful when you press the adjuster button as it is close to the exhaust vent where hot air comes from.

Auto-adjusting the image

In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the projector or remote control. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best picture quality. The current source information will be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen for 3 seconds.
The screen will be blank while AUTO is functioning. This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.
Fine-tuning the image clarity
Sharpen the image by rotating the focus ring.

Correcting keystone

Keystoning refers to the situation where the projected image is noticeably wider at either the top or bottom. It occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen. To correct this, besides adjusting the height of the projector, you will need to manually correct it following one of these steps. Using the remote control Press / on the projector or remote control to display the Keystone correction page. Press to correct keystoning at the top of the image. Press to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image. Using the OSD menu 1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted. 2. Press to highlight Keystone and press Mode/Enter. The Keystone correction page displays. 3. Press to correct keystoning at the top of the image or press to correct keystoning at the bottom of the image.
Magnifying and searching for details
If you need to find the details on the projected picture, magnify the picture. Use the direction arrow keys for navigating the picture. Using the remote control 1. Press Digital Zoom +/- to display the Zoom bar. 2. Press Digital Zoom + to magnify the center of the picture. Press the key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your need. 3. Use the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture. 4. To restore the picture to its original size, press AUTO. You can also press Digital Zoom -. When the key is pressed again, the picture is further reduced until it is restored to the original size. Using the OSD menu 1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the DISPLAY menu is highlighted. 2. Press to highlight Digital Zoom and press Mode/Enter. The Zoom bar displays. 3. Repeat steps 2-4 in the section of "Using the remote control" above. Or if you are using the projector control panel, continue to the following steps. 4. Press on the projector repeatedly to magnify the picture to a desired size. 5. To navigate the picture, press Mode/Enter to switch to the paning mode and press the directional arrows ( , , , ) to navigate the picture. 6. Use the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture.

Video input signals: S-Video, Video, D-Sub / Comp. (YPbPr), HDMI

1. 2. 3. 4. 32

Setting the User 1/User 2 mode
There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the User 1/User 2) as a starting point and customize the settings. 1. 2. 3. 4. Press Menu/Exit to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the PICTURE > Picture Mode menu. Press / to select User 1 to User 2. Press to highlight Reference Mode.
This function is only available when User 1, or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode sub-menu item.

5. 6. 7. 8.

Press / to select a picture mode that is closest to your need. Press to select a sub-menu item to be changed and adjust the value with /. See "Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes" below for details. When all settings have been done, highlight Save Settings and press Mode/Enter to store the settings. The confirmation message 'Setting Saved' displays.

Using Wall Color

In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which may not be white, the Wall Color feature can help correct the projected pictures color to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures. To use this function, go to the DISPLAY > Wall Color menu and press / to select a color which is the closest to the color of the projection surface. There are several precalibrated colors to choose from: Light Yellow, Pink, Light Green, Blue, and Blackboard.
Fine-tuning the image quality in user modes
According to the detected signal type, there are some user-definable functions available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected. You can make adjustments to these functions based on your needs.

Adjusting Brightness

Highlight Brightness in the PICTURE menu and adjust the values by pressing projector or remote control. The higher the value, the brighter the image. And lower the setting, darker the image. Adjust this control so the black areas of the image appear just as black and that detail in the dark areas is visible. / on the

*About color temperatures:
There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes. One of the common methods of representing white color is known as the color temperature. A white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.

3D Color Management

In most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where building external windows allow daylight into the room. 34 Operation
Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered. Color management provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color reproduction, should you require it. Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible viewing conditions. You will need to use a colorimeter (color light meter), and provide a set of suitable source images to measure color reproduction. These tools are not provided with the projector, however, your projector supplier should be able to provide you with suitable guidance, or even an experienced professional installer. The Color Management provides six sets (RGBCMY) of colors to be adjusted. When you select each color, you can independently adjust its range and saturation according to your preference. If you have purchased a test disc which contains various color test patterns and can be used to test the color presentation on monitors, TVs, projectors, etc. You can project any image from the disc on the screen and enter the 3D Color Management menu to make adjustments. To adjust the settings: 1. 2. 3. 4. Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management. Press Mode/Enter and the 3D Color Management page displays. Highlight Primary Color and press / to select a color from among Red, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, or Magenta. Press to highlight Hue and press / to select its range. Increase in the range will include colors consisted of more proportions of its two adjacent colors. Please refer to the illustration to the right for how the colors relate to each other. For example, if you select Red and set its Yellow GREEN RED range at 0, only pure red in the projected picture will be selected. Increasing its range will include red close to yellow and red close to magenta. Cyan Magenta Press to highlight Saturation and adjust its values to your preference by pressing / BLUE. Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately. For example, if you select Red and set its value at 0, only the saturation of pure red will be affected. Press to highlight Gain and adjust its values to your preference by pressing /. The contrast level of the primary color you select will be affected. Every adjustment made will reflect to the image immediately. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for other color adjustments. Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments. Press Menu/Exit to exit and save the settings.

The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker(s). Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connection" on page 17 for how the audio input is connected.

Muting the sound

To temporarily turn off the sound: 1. 2. 3. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted. Press to highlight Audio Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Audio Settings page displays. Highlight Mute and press / to select On.
Adjusting the sound level
To adjust the sound level: 1. 2. Repeat steps 1-2 above. Press to highlight Volume and press / to select a desired sound level.
Turning off the Power on/off ring tone
To turn off the ring tone: 1. 2. Repeat steps 1-2 above. Press to highlight Power on/off ring tone and press / to select Off.
The only way to change Power on/off ring tone is setting On or Off here. Setting the sound mute or changing the sound level will not affect the Power on/off ring tone.
Personalizing the projector menu display
The On-Screen Display (OSD) menus can be set according to your preferences. The following settings do not affect the projection settings, operation, or performance. Menu display time in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The time length ranges from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments. Use / to select a suitable time frame. Menu position in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Menu Settings menu sets the OSD position in five locations. Use / to select a preferred position. Language in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets your familiar language for the OSD menus. Use / to select your language. Splash Screen in the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu sets a preferred logo screen to be displayed during projector start-up. Use / to select a screen.
Shutting down the projector
I Press I Power and a confirmation message displays prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. I Press I Power a second time. The POWER indicator light flashes orange, the projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector. Once the cooling process finishes, a "Power Off Ring Tone" will be heard. The POWER indicator light is a steady orange and fans stop. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket if the projector will not be used in an extended period of time.

Sharpness

(15) (On)
Adjusts the image to make it look sharper or softer. See "Adjusting Sharpness" on page 34 for details. See "Adjusting Brilliant Color" on page 34 for details. See "Selecting a Color Temperature" on page 34 for details.
2. PICTURE menu 3. SOURCE menu 4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu
Brilliant Color Adjusts white peaking while maintaining correct color presentation. Color Temperature
See "3D Color Management" on page 34 for details.
Save Settings Saves the settings made for User 1 or User 2 mode. Quick Auto Search
(On) See "Switching input signal" on page 28 for details.

Color Space Conversion

See "Changing color space" on page 28 for details.
Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain time frame. See "Setting the presentation timer" on page 36 for details. Sets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using the menus" on page 25 for details. The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 13 for details. Allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input signal is detected after a set period of time. See "Setting Auto Power Off " on page 50 for details. Sets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated, once elapsed the image will return to the screen. See "Hiding the image" on page 37 for details.

(English)

Projector Position

(Front Table)

Auto Power Off

(Disable)

Blank Timer
I Disables or enables all panel key functions except I Power on the projector and keys on the remote control. See "Locking control keys" on page 38 for details.

Panel Key Lock

4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu 5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu

Sleep Timer

Sets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between 30 minutes and 12 hours. Allows you to select which logo screen will display during projector start-up. Three options are available: BenQ logo, Black screen, or Blue screen. Selecting On enables the function and the projector cooling time will be shortened to a few seconds.
If you attempt to restart the projector right after the quick cooling process, it may not be turned on successfully and will rerun its cooling fans.

Splash Screen

(BenQ logo)

Quick Cooling

High Altitude A mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high Mode altitude environment" on page 39 for details.

Audio Settings

Mute (Off) Volume (5) Power on/off ring tone (On)
See "Adjusting the sound" on page 39 for details.
Menu display time (15 sec)
Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments.

Menu position (Center)

Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position. Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the D-SUB IN and D-SUB OUT sockets are correctly connected to devices. See "Connecting a monitor" on page 18 for how to make the connection.
Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption.

Standby DSub Output

DESCRIPTION (default setting/value) Lamp mode (Normal)
See "Setting Lamp mode as Economic" on page 50 for details.

Lamp Settings

Reset lamp timer
See "Resetting the lamp timer" on page 54 for details.
Equivalent lamp hour See "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 50 for details on how the total lamp hour is calculated. Change password
5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu

Security Settings

You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one.

Power on lock (Off)

See "Utilizing the password function" on page 26 for details. Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computers so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projectors firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel. Selecting On enables the function and the projector displays the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free from distortion.

Baud Rate

(115200)

Test Pattern

Closed Caption Enable (Off)
Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions.

Closed Caption

Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as "CC" in TV listings).

Caption Version (CC1)

Selects a preferred closed captioning mode. To view captions, select CC1, CC2, CC3, or CC4 (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area). Returns all settings to the factory preset values.
The following settings will still remain: Position, Phase, H. Size, User 1, User 2, Color Space Conversion, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude Mode, Security Settings, Baud Rate.

Reset All Settings

FAQ-Image and Installation FAQFeatures and Service 6. INFORMATION menu
Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter.

Source

Shows the current signal source.

Picture Mode

Current System Status
Shows the selected mode in the PICTURE menu.

Resolution

Shows the native resolution of the input signal.

Color System

Shows input system format, NTSC, PAL, SECAM, or RGB.

Equivalent Lamp Hour

Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used.

Maintenance

Care of the projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the lens clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing.

Cleaning the lens

Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. If there is dirt or smears, use lens-cleaning paper or moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.
Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.
Cleaning the projector case
Before you clean the case, turn the projector off using the proper shutdown procedure as described in "Shutting down the projector" on page 40 and unplug the power cord. To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, lint-free cloth. To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral pH detergent. Then wipe the case.
Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.

Storing the projector

If you need to store the projector for an extended time, please follow the instructions below: Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector. Please refer to "Specifications" on page 57 or consult your dealer about the range. Retract the adjuster feet. Remove the battery from the remote control. Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent.
Transporting the projector
It is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent.

Lamp information

Getting to know the lamp hour
When the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer. The method of calculating the equivalent lamp hour is as follows: Total (equivalent) lamp hour = 1 (hours used in Economic mode) + 4/3 (hours used in normal mode)
See "Setting Lamp mode as Economic" below for more information on Economic mode.
The lamp hour in Economic mode is calculated as 3/4 of that in Normal mode. That is, using the projector in Economic mode helps to extend the lamp hour by 1/3. To obtain the lamp hour information: Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted. 2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page displays. 3. You will see the Equivalent lamp hour information displaying on the menu. 4. To leave the menu, press Menu/Exit. You can also get the lamp hour information on the INFORMATION menu. 1.

Remove the lamp cover from the projector.
Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed. Do not insert your fingers between the lamp and the projector. The sharp edges inside the projector may cause injuries.
Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.
Pull out the lamp connector from a slot in the lamp compartment. Disconnect it from the projector as illustrated.
Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector.
Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector. Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, or near flammable materials. Do not insert your hands into the projector after the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical components inside, it could cause color unevenness and distortion of the projected images.
Insert the new lamp into the lamp compartment and make sure it fits in the projector. Reconnect the lamp connector and place it back into its slot to be flush with the projector.
Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.
Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. Do not over tighten the screw.
Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place.
Replace the lamp cover on the projector.
Tighten the screws that secure the lamp cover.
Loose screw may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction. Do not over tighten the screws.

Restart the projector.

Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.

Resetting the lamp timer

14. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Notice Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM Reset Lamp Timer? SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Settings menu. Press Mode/Enter. The Lamp Settings page Reset Cancel displays. Press to highlight Reset lamp timer and press Mode/Enter. A warning message displays asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press Mode/Enter. The lamp time will be reset to '0'.
Do not reset if the lamp is not new or replaced as this could cause damage.

Indicators

Light Power Temp Lamp Status & Description

Power events

Orange Orange Green Flashing Green Orange Off Off Off Orange The projector has just been connected to a power outlet. Off Off Off
Stand-by mode Powering up Normal operation 1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process. Or 2. The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off. The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to restart the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance. The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to restart the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance. 1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down. Or 2. Please contact your dealer for assistance.

Orange Flashing

Lamp events
Orange Flashing Off Off Off Red Red

Thermal events

Off Off Off Off Red Red Red Green Green Green Orange Orange Orange Off Off Red Red Red Red Red Red Red Red Red Red Red Red Red Green Green Off Red Green Orange Red Green Orange The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to reRed start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your Green Orange Red Green Orange Red Green

dealer for assistance.

Troubleshooting
The projector does not turn on.
There is no power from the power cable. Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process.

Remedy

Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on. Wait until the cooling down process has completed.

No picture

The video source is not turned on or connected correctly. The projector is not correctly connected to the input signal device. The input signal has not been correctly selected. The lens cover is still closed.
Turn the video source on and check that the signal cable is connected correctly. Check the connection. Select the correct input signal with the SOURCE key on the projector or remote control. Open the lens cover.

Blurred image

The projection lens is not correctly focused. The projector and the screen are not aligned properly. The lens cover is still closed.
Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring. Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the unit if necessary. Open the lens cover.
Remote control does not work
The battery is out of power. There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector. You are too far away from the projector.
Replace the battery with new one. Remove the obstacle. Stand within 8 meters (26 feet) of the projector.
The password is incorrect
You do not remember the password.
Please see "Entering the password recall procedure" on page 27 for details.

Specifications

Projector specifications
All specifications are subject to change without notice.

General

Product name Model name Digital Projector MP512 ST 800 x 600 SVGA 1-CHIP DMD F = 2.5, f = 10 mm 185 W lamp MP522 ST 1024 x 768 XGA

Optical

Resolution Display system Lens F/Number Lamp

Electrical

Power supply Power consumption AC100240V, 3 A, 50/60 Hz (Automatic) 280 W (Max) 255 mm (W) x 90 mm (H) x 214 mm (D) Approx. 5.29 lbs (2.4 Kg) Approx. 5.18 lbs (2.35 Kg)

Mechanical

Dimensions Weight

Input terminal

Computer input RGB input Video signal input S-VIDEO VIDEO SD/HDTV signal input D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 Mini DIN 4-pin port x 1 RCA jack x 1 Analog D-Sub <> Component RCA jack x 3 (through RGB input) Digital HDMI V1.2 x 1 (only on the MP512 ST) 3.5 mm stereo mini jack D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1 (only on the MP522 ST) 5 watt x watt x pin x 1 0C40C at sea level 10%90% (without condensation) 01499 m at 0C35C 15003000 m at 0C30C (with High Altitude Mode on)

Supported timing for Component (YPbPr) input-MP512 ST/ MP522 ST
Signal Format 480i(525i)@60Hz 480p(525p)@60Hz 576i(625i)@50Hz 576p(625p)@50Hz 720p(750p)@60Hz 720p(750p)@50Hz 1080i(1125i)@60Hz 1080i(1125i)@50Hz Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 15.73 31.47 15.63 31.25 45.00 37.50 33.75 28.13 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 59.94 59.94 50.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00
Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.
Supported timing for PC input-MP522 ST
Resolution 720 x x 480 Mode 720 x 400_70 VGA_60 VGA_72 VGA_75 VGA_85 SVGA_60 SVGA_72 SVGA_75 SVGA_85 XGA_60 XGA_70 XGA_75 XGA_85 SXGA3_60 SXGA_x 960_60 MAC13 MAC16 MAC19 MAC21 Refresh rate (Hz) 70.087 59.940 72.809 75.000 85.008 60.317 72.188 75.000 85.061 60.004 70.069 75.029 84.997 60.020 59.96 60.000 66.667 74.546 75.020 75.02 Horizontal frequency (kHz) 31.469 31.469 37.861 37.500 43.269 37.879 48.077 46.875 53.674 48.363 56.476 60.023 68.667 63.981 49.65 60.000 35.000 49.722 60.241 68.68 Clock (MHz) 28.3221 25.175 31.500 31.500 36.000 40.000 50.000 49.500 56.250 65.000 75.000 78.750 94.500 108.000 83.30.240 57.280 80.000 100.00
1024 x x x x x 480@67Hz 832 x 624@x 768@75Hz 1152 x 870@75Hz
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