MP515/MP525/MP526/ MP575/MP576 Digital Projector User Manual Welcome
Table of contents Important safety instructions .........................3 Introduction........................7 Projector features .................................. 7 Shipping contents.................................. 8 Projector exterior view .......................... 9 Controls and functions ....................... 10 Positioning your projector............................14 Choosing a location............................. 14 Obtaining a preferred projected image size .................................
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. Please read this manual before you operate your projector. Save it for future reference. 2. Do not look straight at the projector lens during operation.
Safety Instructions (Continued) 7. Do not block the projection lens with any objects 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. 8. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement. 9.
Safety Instructions (Continued) 13. Do not attempt to disassemble this 15. Do not place this projector in any of projector. There are dangerous high the following environments. voltages inside which may cause death - Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm if you should come into contact with clearance from walls and free flow of live parts. The only user serviceable air around the projector. part is the lamp which has its own - Locations where temperatures may removable cover.
Safety Instructions (Continued) 16. Always place the projector on a level, 18. Do not place liquids near or on the horizontal surface during operation. projector. Liquids spilled into the - Do not use if tilted at an angle of projector may cause it to fail. If the more than 10 degrees left to right, projector does become wet, nor at angle of more than 15 degrees disconnect it from the power outlet front to back.
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.
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. Projector VGA cable Quick start guide Power cord Pull the tab before using the remote control.
Projector exterior view 1. Front/upper side 5 1 2 6 7 3 8 4 Rear/lower side (MP515) 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 14 15 16 17 18. 19. 19 (MP525/MP575) 14 15 16 17 16 17 External control panel (See "Controls and functions" on page 10 for details.
Controls and functions Projector For details, see the info provided behind the hand sign . 1 6. 2 8 3 4 9 10 "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 39 7. 11 5 6 7 12 13 14 Focus ring Adjusts the focus of the projected image. Zoom ring Adjusts the size of the image. "Fine-tuning the image size and clarity" on page 25 3. POWER indicator light Lights up or flashes when the projector is under operation. "Indicators" on page 60 4. 9. 5. I I Power Toggles the projector between standby mode and on.
13. Mode/Enter Selects an available picture setup mode. Activates the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item. 14. SOURCE Displays the source selection bar. "Switching input signal" on page 30 "Selecting a picture mode" on page 33 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.
Remote control For details, see the info provided behind the hand sign . 7 1 2 9 3 10 4 11 5 12 8 6 7. 8 "Using the menus" on page 26 8. 13 14 15 1. 2. "Freezing the image" on page 39 3. Left/ Starts the FAQ function. "Utilizing FAQ function" on page 39 4. BLANK Used to hide the screen picture. "Hiding the image" on page 38 5. Digital Zoom (+, -) Magnifies or reduces the projected picture size. "Magnifying and searching for details" on page 31 6. Volume +/Adjusts the sound level.
. Timer On Activates or displays an on-screen timer based on your own timer setting. 15. Page Up/Down (This function is not available with the MP5 series models.) "Setting the presentation timer" on page 37 14. Timer Set up Enters presentation timer setting directly. "Setting the presentation timer" on page 37 Remote control effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the front of the projector.
Positioning your projector Choosing a location Your projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations: 1. Front Table Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in front of the screen. This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability. 3. Rear Ceiling Select this location with the projector suspended upside-down from the ceiling behind the screen.
Obtaining a preferred projected image size The distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors in the projected image size. 4:3 is the native aspect ratio of this projector. To be able to project a complete 16:9 (widescreen) aspect ratio image, the projector can resize and scale a widescreen image to the projector's native aspect width. This will result in a proportionally smaller height equivalent to 75% of the projector's native aspect height.
right to find the corresponding average distance from screen value in the column labelled "Average". This is the projection distance. 3. On that same row, look across to the right column and make note of the "Vertical offset (mm)" value. This will determine the final vertical offset placement of the projector in relation to the edge of the screen. 4.
Projection dimensions Refer to "Dimensions" on page 63 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position. Maximum zoom Minimum zoom Screen Center of lens Vertical offset Screen size Projection distance Distance from screen (mm) Diagonal Min length W (mm) H (mm) 610 457 (max. zoom) Average Max length (min.
Connection When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 1. 2. 3. Turn all equipment off before making any connections. Use the correct signal cables for each source. Ensure the cables are firmly inserted. • In the connections shown below, some cables may not be included with the projector (see "Shipping contents" on page 8). They are commercially available from electronics stores. • For detailed connection methods, see pages 19-22.
Connecting a computer or monitor Connecting a computer The projector can connect to both IBM® compatibles and Macintosh® computers. A Mac adapter is needed if you are connecting legacy version Macintosh computers. To connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer: 1. Take the supplied VGA cable and connect one end to the D-Sub output jack of the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the COMPUTER, COMPUTER 1 or COMPUTER 2 signal input jack on the projector. 3.
Connecting Video source devices You need only connect the projector to a Video source device using just one of the connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality.
Connecting a Component Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has a set of unused Component Video output jacks available: • • If so, you can continue with this procedure. If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device. To connect the projector to a Component Video source device: 1.
Connecting an S-Video/composite Video source device Examine your Video source device to determine if it has an unused S-Video/Video output jack available: • • • If it has both jacks, use the S-Video output jack for connection as the S-Video terminal provides better picture quality than the Video terminal. If it has either of the output jack, you can also continue with this procedure. If not, you will need to reassess which method you can use to connect to the device.
Operation Starting up the projector 1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a power outlet. Turn on the power outlet switch (where fitted). Check that the POWER indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. 2. Open the lens cover. If it is closed, it could become deformed due to the heat produced by the projection lamp. 3. Press II Power on the projector or remote control to start the projector. As soon as the lamp lights up, a "Power On Tone" will be heard.
If the frequency/resolution of the input signal exceeds the projector's operating range, you will see the message "Out of Range" displayed on a blank screen. Please change to an input signal which is compatible with the projector's resolution or set the input signal to a lower setting. See "Timing chart" on page 64 for details. Adjusting the projected image Adjusting the projection angle The projector is equipped with 1 quick-release adjuster foot and 1 rear adjuster foot.
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.
Using the menus The projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Below is the overview of the OSD menu. Main menu icon Main menu DISPLAY Off Wall Color Auto Aspect Ratio Keystone Position Sub-menu Status ENTER Phase 0 H. Size 0 Press Menu/ Exit to the previous page or to exit. Digital Zoom Highlight Current input signal Analog RGB Exit The following example describes how to set the OSD language. 1.
Securing the projector Using a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a lock, such as the Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the rear side of the projector. See item 10 on page 9 for details. A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and the lock. Refer to the lock's documentation for finding out how to use it.
If you forget the password If the password function is activated, you will be asked to enter the six-digit password every time you turn on Password Error the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the Please try again. password error message as pictured to the right displays lasting for three seconds, and the INPUT PASSWORD message follows.
6. 7. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is started. To leave the OSD menu, press Menu/Exit. Disabling the password function To disable password protection, go back to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Security Settings > Power On Lock menu after opening the OSD menu system. Select Off by pressing / . The message "INPUT PASSWORD" displays. Enter the current password. i.
Switching input signal The projector can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. However, it can only display one full screen at a time. When starting up, the projector automatically searches for the available signals. Be sure the Quick Auto Search function in the SOURCE menu is On (which is the default of this projector) if you want the projector to automatically search for the signals. You can also manually cycle through the available input signals. 1. 2.
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. Press Digital Zoom+ to magnify the center of the picture. Press the key repeatedly until the picture size is suitable for your need. 2. Use the directional arrows ( , , , ) on the projector or remote control to navigate the picture. 3.
About the aspect ratio • In the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas. • OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas. 1. Auto: Scales an image proportionally 3. to fit the projector's native resolution in its horizontal or vertical width. This is suitable for the incoming image which is neither in 4:3 nor 16:9 and you want to make most use of the screen without altering the image's aspect ratio.
Optimizing the image 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 picture's colors 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 closest to the color of the projection surface.
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 1/2) 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 or User 2. Press to highlight Reference Mode.
Adjusting Sharpness The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the softer the picture becomes. Adjusting Brilliant Color This feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant colors in picture. It enables a greater than 50% brightness increase in mid-tone images, which are common in video and natural scenes, so the projector reproduces images in realistic and true colors.
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. Go to the PICTURE menu and highlight 3D Color Management. 2. Press Mode/Enter on the projector or remote control and the 3D Color Management page displays. 3.
Setting the presentation timer Presentation timer can indicate the presentation time on the screen to help you achieve better time management when giving presentations. Follow these steps to utilize this function: 1. 2. 3. 4. Press Timer Set up on the remote control or go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and press Mode/Enter to display the Presentation Timer page. Highlight Timer Period and decide the time period by pressing / .
To cancel the timer, perform the following steps. • Using the remote control Press Timer On and press / to highlight Off and press Mode/Enter. • Using the OSD menu 1. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off. Press Mode/Enter. A confirmation message displays. 2. Highlight Yes and press Mode/Enter to confirm. You will see the message “Timer is Off!” displaying on the screen. How to use the Timer On key? Timer On is a multi-functional key.
Freezing the image Press on the remote control to freeze the image. The word "FREEZE" will display in the upper left corner of the screen. To release the function, press any key (except the Page Up/Down key) on the projector or remote control. Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures are running on the video or other device. If the connected devices have active audio output, you will still hear the audio even though the image is frozen onscreen.
Operating in a high altitude environment We recommend you use the High Altitude Mode when your environment is between 1500 m –3000 m above sea level, and ambient temperature is between 0°C–35°C. Do not use the High Altitude Mode if your altitude is between 0 m and 1500 m and ambient temperature is between 0°C and 35°C. The projector will be over cooled, if you turn the mode on under such a condition. To activate the High Altitude Mode: 1.
Adjusting the sound 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 18 for how the audio input is connected. Muting the sound To temporarily turn off the sound: 1. Press Menu/Exit and then press / until the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu is highlighted. 2. Press to highlight Audio Settings and press Mode/Enter. The Audio Settings page displays. 3.
Controlling the projector through a Lan environment (MP526/MP576 only) Lan Control Settings allow you to manage the projector from a computer using a web browser when the computer and the projector are properly connected to the same local area network. Configuring the Lan Control Settings If you are in a DHCP environment: 1. Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the RJ45 LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJ45 port. 2.
Controlling the projector remotely through a web browser Once you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby mode, you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projector. 1. Enter the address of the projector in the address bar of your browser and click Go. 2. The remote network operation page opens. This page allows you to operate the projector as if you were using the remote control or control panel on the projector.
The tools page allows you to manage the projector, configure the Lan control settings and secure access of remote network operation on this projector. i iii ii iv v i. You can name the projector, keep track of its location and the person in charge of it. ii. You can adjust the Lan Control Settings. iii. Once set, access to the remote network operation on this projector has been password-protected. iv. Once set, access to the tools page has been password-protected.
Shutting down the projector 1. Press II Power and a confirmation message will display prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. 2. Press II 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. To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process.
Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected and the projector model you are using. Main menu Sub-menu Options Off/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/Blue/Blackboard Auto/Real/4:3/16:9 Wall Color 1. DISPLAY Aspect Ratio Keystone Position Phase H. Size Digital Zoom Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/ Cinema/User 1/User 2 Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/ Cinema Picture Mode Reference Mode 2.
Main menu Sub-menu Options Language Front Table/Rear Table/Rear Ceiling/Front Ceiling 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/ Menu Display Time 30 sec Menu Settings Center/Top-Left/Top-Right/BottomMenu Position Right/Bottom-Left Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 Auto Power Off min/25 min/30 min Disable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 Blank Timer min/25 min/30 min Panel Key Lock On/Off Disable/30 min/1 hr/2 hr/3 hr/4 hr/8 Sleep Timer hr/12 hr Splash Screen Black/Blue/BenQ Quick Cooling On/Off High Altitude Mode On/Off Mut
Main menu Sub-menu Closed Caption 5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced Lan Control Settings Options Closed Caption Enable Caption Version Control By DHCP Projector IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway DNS Server Apply On/Off CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4 RS232/RJ45 On/Off Reset All Settings FAQ-Image and Installation FAQ-Features and Service 6.
Description of each menu Function (Default setting/value) Wall Color (Off) Aspect Ratio (Auto) Keystone (0) 1. DISPLAY menu Position (0) Description Corrects the projected picture's color when the projection surface is not white. See "Using Wall Color" on page 33 for details. There are four options to set the image's aspect ratio depending on your input signal source. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 31 for details. Corrects any keystoning of the image.
Function (default setting/value) Adjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video image. See "Adjusting Color" on page 34 for details. Color This function is only available when a Video or S-Video signal is selected and the system format is NTSC or PAL. (0) Adjusts the red and green color tones of the image. See "Adjusting Tint" on page 34 for details. Tint 2. PICTURE menu 3. SOURCE menu 4.
Function (default setting/value) Projector Position Description 4. SYSTEM SETUP: Basic menu (Front Table) The projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 14 for details. Menu Settings 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.
Function Description (default setting/value) Audio Settings Mute (Off) Volume (5) Power On/Off Ring Tone (On) See "Adjusting the sound" on page 41 for details. 5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the COMPUTER 1 Standby Monitor (or COMPUTER) and MONITOR OUT jacks are correctly connected to devices. See "Connecting a monitor" on page 19 Out for how to make the connection.
Function Description (default setting/value) 5. SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu Closed Caption Enable (Off) Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions. • Closed Caption Lan Control Settings Reset All Settings FAQ-Image and Installation FAQ-Features and Service 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).
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 and case 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.
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.
Timing of replacing the lamp When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode. Go to http://lamp.BenQ.com for a replacement lamp. • The LAMP indicator light and TEMPerature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. See "Indicators" on page 60 for details.
Replacing the lamp • Hg - Lamp contains mercury. Manage in accordance with local disposal laws. See www.lamprecycle.org. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cord before changing the lamp. • To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp.
5. Loosen the screw that secures the lamp. Be careful not to lose the screw as it is needed to hold the lamp in place. It is strongly recommended that you use a magnetic-head screwdriver. 6. 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. 7. • Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector.
10. 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. 11. Ensure the handle is fully laid flat and locked in place. 12. Replace the lamp cover on the projector. 13. 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 screw. 14. Restart the projector.
Indicators Light Status & Description Power events Orange Off Off Stand-by mode. Green Flashing Off Off Powering up. Green Off Off Orange Flashing Off Off Normal operation. • The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process. • The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off. • The projector has shut down automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shut down again.
Troubleshooting The projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy There is no power from the power cord. 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. Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process. Wait until the cooling down process has completed. No picture Cause Remedy The video source is not turned on or connected correctly.
Specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Resolution (MP525/MP526/MP575/MP576) 1024 x 768 XGA (MP515) 800 x 600 SVGA Display system 1-CHIP DMD Lens F/Number F = 2.6 to 2.8, f = 21.13 to 23 mm Lamp (MP575/MP576) 210 W lamp (MP515/MP525/MP526) 220 W lamp Electrical Power supply AC100–240V, 2.9 A, 50-60 Hz (Automatic) Power consumption 315 W (Max); < 1 W (Standby) Mechanical Weight 5.07 lbs (2.
Dimensions 255 mm (W) x 110 mm (H) x 217 mm (D) 255 217 110 60.23 66 Ceiling mount installation 36.69 Ceiling mount screws: M4 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm) 119.00 67.00 Unit: mm 189.00 100.00 50.00 84.00 82.50 116.00 82.50 69.41 PUSH 61.00 127.12 111.41 255.25 107.28 218.
Timing chart Supported timing for PC input Mode 720 x 400 720 x 400_70 70.087 31.469 28.3221 VGA_60 59.940 31.469 25.175 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 31.500 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 31.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269 36.000 SVGA_60 60.317 37.879 40.000 SVGA_72 72.188 48.077 50.000 SVGA_75 75.000 46.875 49.500 SVGA_85 85.061 53.674 56.250 XGA_60 60.004 48.363 65.000 XGA_70 70.069 56.476 75.000 XGA_75 75.029 60.023 78.750 XGA_85 84.997 68.667 94.500 Netbook 1 60.000 35.
Supported timing for Component-YPbPr input Signal Format Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 480i(525i)@60Hz 15.73 59.94 480p(525p)@60Hz 31.47 59.94 576i(625i)@50Hz 15.63 50.00 576p(625p)@50Hz 31.25 50.00 720p(750p)@60Hz 45.00 60.00 720p(750p)@50Hz 37.50 50.00 1080i(1125i)@60Hz 33.75 60.00 1080i(1125i)@50Hz 28.13 50.00 1080p@60Hz 67.50 60.00 1080p@50Hz 56.26 50.00 Displaying a 1080i(1125i)@60Hz or 1080i(1125i)@50Hz signal may result in slight image vibration.
Warranty and Copyright information Limited warranty BenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and storage. Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, BenQ's only obligation and your exclusive remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts (labor included).
Regulation statements FCC statement CLASS B: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Accessibility Requirements for Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 508 BenQ's commitment to accessible products allows us to support government in making accessible technology choices BenQ's LCD monitors and projectors are compliant with Section 508 guidelines by including the assistive features as below: • • • • • • • • • • 68 BenQ's monitors have colored "Power" indicators. While the indicator shows green, it means that the monitor is using the full power.
