BenQ MH856UST User Manual

MX854UST/MW855UST/MH856USTDigital ProjectorUser Manual

Introduction1029. Wall mount plateBottom side29191925

Introduction 11Controls and functionsProjector 1. FOCUS RingUsed to adjust the projected image appearance. See "Fine-tuning the image size and cl

Introduction12Remote Control 1. ON / OFFToggles the projector between standby mode and on.2. Source selection buttonsSelects an input source for di

Introduction 1316. ► Right/ Increases the projector volume.When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu is activated, the #3, #5, and #16 keys are used as di

Introduction14Controlling your smart device with the remote controlWhen the projector projects the contents from your MHL compatible smart device, you

Introduction 15Replacing the remote control battery1. To open the battery cover, turn the remote control over to view its back, push on the finger gri

Positioning your projector16Positioning your projectorUsing the quick installThe projector provides a hot key to set Projector Installation, Te s t P

Positioning your projector 17Set up your screen via Quick Install hotkey on remote, you can also go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Installa

Positioning your projector18Projection dimensionsRefer to "Dimensions" on page 21 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before

Positioning your projector 19MW855USTThe screen aspect ratio is 16:10 and the projected picture is 16:10. MH856USTThe screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and

Table of contents2Ta b l e o f c o n t e n t sImportant safety instructions ... 3Introduction... 7Projector features.

Positioning your projector20Limited lens shift specification (No available in MH856UST) To shift up the projection image, twist the adjuster counter

Positioning your projector 21Dimensions287.5 mm (W) x 201 mm (H) x 373.3 mm (D)287.50135.51247.0143.25149.25255.25206.25OPTICAL AXIS360~665141235.0Reg

Connection22ConnectionWhen connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.2. Use the

Connection 23Connecting video source devicesYou need only connect the projector to a video source device using just one of the connecting methods, how

Connection24Playing sound through the projectorYou can make use of the projector speaker in your presentations, and also connect separate amplified sp

Operation 25OperationStarting up the projector1. Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch (where

Operation26Screw adjuster foot to fine tune the horizontal angle.To retract the foot, hold up the projector then slowly lower the projector. Screw the

Operation 27Auto-adjusting the imageIn some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press AUTO on the projector or remote con

Operation28•Using the OSD menu 1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press ◄/► until the Display menu is highlighted.2. Press ▼ to highlight 2D Keystone and pre

Operation 29Correcting Corner FitManually adjust four corners of the image by setting the horizontal and vertical values.•Using the OSD menu1. Press M

Important safety instructions 3Important safety instructionsYour projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of informati

Operation30Using the menusThe projector is equipped with On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings.Below is the overvi

Operation 31Securing the projectorUsing a security cable lockThe projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a

Operation32If you forget the passwordIf the password function is activated, you will be asked to enter the five-digit password every time you turn on

Operation 336. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter the new password next time the projector is started.7

Operation34Changing Color SpaceIn the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s HDMI input and the projected p

Operation 35Selecting the aspect ratioThe 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers a

Operation36About the aspect ratioIn the pictures below, the black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas. OSD menus can b

Operation 37Optimizing the imageUsing Wall ColorIn the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall which may not

Operation38Setting the User 1/User 2 modeThere are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You

Operation 39Selecting a Color TemperatureThe options available for color temperature* settings vary according to the signal type selected.1. Cooler: m

Important safety instructions4Safety Instructions (Continued)6. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for appro

Operation403D Color ManagementIn most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in classroom, meeting room, or lounge r

Operation 418. Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments.9. Press MENU/EXIT to exit and save the settings.Resetting current or all pictur

Operation42To cancel the timer, perform the following steps:1. Go to the System Setup: Basic > Presentation Timer menu and highlight Off. Press MOD

Operation 43Remote paging operationsConnect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using the paging function. See "Connec

Operation44Locking control keysWith the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings from being changed accidentally

Operation 45Adjusting the soundThe sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speakers. Be sure you have made a correct conn

Operation46Using the test patternThe projector is capable of displaying the grid test pattern. It can be used to assist you with the adjustment of ima

Operation 47Shutting down the projector1. Press POWER or OFF and a confirmation message will appear prompting you.If you don't respond in a f

Operation48Menu operationMenu systemPlease note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu

Operation 492. PicturePicture ModeBright/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/3D/User 1/User 2Reference ModeBright/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/3DBrightnessContrastCo

Important safety instructions 5Safety Instructions (Continued)12. Do not place this projector in any of the following environments.- Space that is poo

Operation504. System Setup: BasicPresentation TimerTimer Period 1~240 minTimer Display Always/1 min/2mins/3 mins/NeverTimer PositionTop-Left/Bottom-Le

Operation 515. System Setup: AdvancedHigh Altitude ModeOn/OffAudio SettingsMute On/OffVolumePower on/off Ring On/OffLamp SettingsLamp Mode Normal/Econ

Operation52Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If there is no equipment connected to the proj

Operation 53Description of each menuFUNCTION DESCRIPTION 1. Display menuWall colorCorrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface i

Operation541. Display menu3DThis projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more real

Operation 552. Picture menuPicture ModePre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector image set-up to suit your program typ

Operation563. Source menuQuick Auto SearchSee "Switching input signal" on page 33 for details.Color Space ConversionSee "Changing Color

Operation 574. System Setup: Basic menuOperation SettingDirect Power OnPowers projector on automatically when the power cable is connected.Signal Powe

Operation585. System Setup: Advanced menuHigh Altitude ModeA mode for operation in high altitude areas. See "Operating in a high altitude environ

Operation 595. System Setup: Advanced menuStandby SettingsNetworkEnable Network Standby ModeTo enable or disable the network standby mode after the pr

Important safety instructions6Safety Instructions (Continued)15. Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fal

Operation60The Information menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.6. Information menuCurrent System StatusSourceShows the curren

Maintenance 61MaintenanceCare of the projectorYour projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you need to do on a regular basis is to keep the

Maintenance62Lamp informationGetting to know the lamp hourWhen the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically c

Maintenance 63Setting Auto Power OffThis function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected after a set period of

Maintenance64Timing of replacing the lampWhen the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please

Maintenance 65Replacing the lamp• If lamp replacement is performed while the projector is suspended upside-down from the ceiling, make sure that no on

Maintenance6610. Restart the projector.Do not turn the power on with the lamp cover removed.5. Lift the handle so that it stands up. Use the handle to

Maintenance 67Resetting the lamp timer11. After the startup logo, open the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced > Lamp Se

Maintenance68Indicators LightStatus & DescriptionPower Te m p LampPower eventsOrange Off Off Stand-by modeGreenFlashingOff Off Powering upGreen Of

Troubleshooting 69TroubleshootingThe projector does not turn on. No picture Blurred image Remote control does not work The password is incorrect Cause

Introduction 7IntroductionProjector featuresThe projector offers the following features• SmartEco™ starts your dynamic power savingThe SmartEco™ techn

Specifications70SpecificationsProjector specificationsAll specifications are subject to change without notice. OpticalResolutionMX854UST1024 x 768 XG

Specifications 71Timing chartSupported timing for PC input Resolution Mode Refresh Rate (Hz)H-frequency (kHz)Clock (MHz)3D Field Sequential3D Over-und

Specifications72There 3D timing showing depend the EDID file and VGA display card. It is possible that user cannot choose the above 3D timings on VGA

Specifications 73Support timing for Component - YPbPr input Support timing for Video input Timing Resolution Horizontal Frequency (KHz)Ver ti cal Freq

Specifications74Support timing for HDMI (HDCP) input Resolution Mode Refresh Rate (Hz)H-frequency (kHz)Clock (MHz)3D Field Sequential3D Over-under3D S

Specifications 75Support Audio:1. HDMI Mode:• Support LPCM, two audio channels• Support audio sampling rate : 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz• Support audio bit

Specifications76Supporting timing for HDMI Video input Supporting timing for MHL input Timing Resolution Horizontal Frequency (KHz)Ver ti ca l Frequen

Warranty and Copyright information 77Warranty and Copyright informationLimited warrantyBenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and

Introduction8Shipping contentsCarefully unpack and verify that you have all of the items shown below. If any of these items are missing, please contac

Introduction 9Projector exterior view1. PointWrite dummy cover (Optional PointWrite kit)2. Mirror3. Lamp compartment cover4. Focus ring5. External con