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  • Page 1 MX854UST/MW855UST/MH856UST Digital Projector User Manual V1.01...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Important safety O perating in a high altitude environment..........44 instructions....3 Adjusting the sound ....... 45 Introduction....7 Using the test pattern......46 Using the teaching templates....46 Projector features........7 Shutting down the projector ....47 Shipping contents........8 Menu operation ........

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions Your projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. H owever, 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 Please read this manual before In some countries, the line voltage is...
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions (Continued) The lamp becomes extremely hot D o not place this product on an during operation. Allow the unstable cart, stand, or table. The projector to cool for approximately product may fall, sustaining serious 45 minutes prior to removing the damage.
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions (Continued) D o not place this projector in any D o not block the ventilation holes. of the following environments. - D o not place this projector on a blanket, bedding or any other soft - Space that is poorly ventilated or surface.
  • Page 6 U se only BenQ's W all Mount Kit for mounting the projector and ensure it is securely installed. W all mounting the projector...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Projector features The projector offers the following features SmartEco™ starts your dynamic power saving • The SmartEco™ technology offers a new way of operating the projector lamp system and saves lamp power up to 30% depending on the content brightness level. Interactive capability •...

  • Page 8: Shipping Contents

    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 T he supplied accessories will be suitable for your region, and may differ from those illustrated. Projector with wall mount plate Remote control with battery** Power cord...

  • Page 9: Projector Exterior View

    Projector exterior view PointW rite dummy cover (O ptional PointW rite kit) Front/upper side Mirror Lamp compartment cover Focus ring External control panel (See "Projector" on page 11 details.) Vent (cool air intake) Lens shift (N o available in MH 856UST) Projection lens Front adjuster foot Front IR remote sensor...
  • Page 10 W all mount plate Bottom side Introduction...

  • Page 11: Controls And Functions

    Controls and functions Projector MODE/EN T ER Selects an available picture setup mode. "Selecting a picture mode" on page for details. Enacts the selected O n-Screen D isplay (O SD ) menu item. See "Using the menus" on page 30 for details.
  • Page 12 Remote Control LASER (Not available in Japan) Emits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes. MHL control buttons (Not available in Japan ) Goes to the previous file/Plays/Pauses/ Goes to the next file/Rewinds/Stops/ Fastforwards during media playback. Only available when controlling your smart device in MHL ZOOM+/ZOOM- Magnifies or reduces the projected...
  • Page 13 16. ► Right/ Operating the LASER pointer The Laser Pointer is a Increases the projector volume. presentation aid for W hen the O n-Screen D isplay (O SD ) professionals. It emits a menu is activated, the # 3, # 5, and # 16 beam of red light when you keys are used as directional arrows to press it.
  • Page 14 Controlling your smart device with the remote control W hen the projector projects the contents from your MH L compatible smart device, you can use the remote control to control your smart device. AU TO To enter the MH L mode, press and hold for 3 seconds.
  • Page 15 Replacing the remote control battery To open the battery cover, turn the remote control over to view its back, push on the finger grip on the cover and slide it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. The cover will slide off. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment.

  • Page 16: Positioning Your Projector

    Positioning your projector Using the quick install Projector Installation Test The projector provides a hot key to set Pattern d Keystone , an quickly. ▲ ▼ Q uick Install Press on the remote control and press to select: Q UICK IN STALL Projector Installation Test Pattern Keystone...

  • Page 17: O Btaining A Preferred Projected Image Size

    Quick Install SYST EM Set up your screen via hotkey on remote, you can also go to the SET U P: Basic Projector Installation > menu after turning on the projector. Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment.
  • Page 18 Projection dimensions Refer to "D imensions" on page 21 for the center of lens dimensions of this projector before calculating the appropriate position. MX 854U ST The screen aspect ratio is 4:3 and the projected picture is 4:3. X GA Screen Projection Distance...
  • Page 19 14.70 373.3 T here is 5% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component variations. BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the projection size and distance using the actual projector before you permanently install it, so as to make allowance for this projector's optical characteristics.
  • Page 20 Limited lens shift specification (N o available in MH 856U ST ) Hx4% Hex Key(2.5mm) Hx4% To shift up the projection image, twist the To shift down the projection image, twist adjuster counter clockwisre. the adjuster clockwisre. Positioning your projector...

  • Page 21: D Imensions

    D imensions 287.5 mm (W ) 201 mm (H ) 373.3 mm (D ) 373.3 130.2 227.9 287.5 Unit: mm W all Mount Installation 287.50 137.0 OPTICAL AXIS 55.0 55.0 12.5 43.25 149.25 206.25 255.25 Regulating Range 0~40 Regulating Range 0~30 360~665 Positioning your projector...

  • Page 22: Connection

    Connection W hen connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to: 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"...

  • Page 23: Connecting Video Source Devices

    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. 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: Terminal name Terminal appearance...

  • Page 24: Playing Sound Through The Projector

    Playing sound through the projector You can make use of the projector speaker in your presentations, and also connect separate amplified speakers to the AUD IO O UT socket of the projector. If you have a separate sound system, you will most likely want to connect the audio output of your Video source device to that sound system, instead of to the audio projector.

  • Page 25: Operation

    Operation Starting up the projector Plug the power cord into the projector and into a wall socket. Turn on the wall socket switch POW ER (where fitted). Check that the indicator light on the projector lights orange after power has been applied. Please use the original accessories (e.g.
  • Page 26 Screw adjuster foot to fine tune the horizontal angle. To retract the foot, hold up the projector then slowly lower the projector. Screw the adjuster foot in a reverse direction. 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.
  • Page 27 Auto-adjusting the image AU T O In some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press the projector or remote control. W ithin 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best picture quality.
  • Page 28 • Using the O SD menu ◄ ► MEN U /EX IT Press and then press until Display menu is highlighted. ▼ 2D Keystone Press to highlight and press MO DE/EN T ER 2D Keystone . The page displays. ▲ ▼...
  • Page 29 Correcting Corner Fit Manually adjust four corners of the image by setting the horizontal and vertical values. • Using the O SD menu ◄ ► MEN U /EX IT Press and then press until Display menu is highlighted. ▼ Corner Fit Press to highlight and press...

  • Page 30: Using The Menus

    Using the menus The projector is equipped with O n-Screen D isplay (O SD ) menus for making various adjustments and settings. Below is the overview of the O SD menu. Main menu icon Main menu Status H ighlight Sub-menu MEN U / Press EX IT...

  • Page 31: Securing The Projector

    Securing the projector U sing a security cable lock The projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. O therwise, purchase a lock, such as a Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the left side of the projector.
  • Page 32 BenQ the screen. Customer Center. W rite down the number and turn off your projector. Seek help from the local BenQ service Recall code: 12345678 center to decode the number. You may be required to provide proof of purchase...

  • Page 33: Switching Input Signal

    You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter the new Password Changed password next time the projector is started. MEN U /EX IT . To leave the O SD menu, press Disabling the password function System Setup: Advanced Security To disable password protection, go back to the...

  • Page 34: Magnifying And Searching For Details

    Changing Color Space In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector’s H DMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space. To do this: ◄ ► MEN U /EX IT SO U RCE Press and then press...

  • Page 35: Selecting The Aspect Ratio

    Selecting the aspect ratio The 'aspect ratio' is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Most analog TV and computers are in 4:3 ratio, and digital TV and DVD s are usually in 16:9 ratio. W ith the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input signal.
  • Page 36 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. Auto 16:6 : Scales an image proportionally : Scales an image so that it is to fit the projector's native resolution displayed in the center of the screen in its horizontal width.

  • Page 37: O Ptimizing The Image

    O ptimizing the image U sing W all Color In the situation where you are projecting onto a colored surface such as a painted wall W all Color which may not be white, the feature can help correct the projected picture’s color to prevent possible color difference between the source and projected pictures.
  • Page 38 Setting the U ser 1/U ser 2 mode There are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable U ser 1 U ser 2 for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the ) as a starting point and customize the settings.
  • Page 39 Selecting a Color T emperature The options available for color temperature* settings vary according to the signal type selected. Cooler: makes the image appear bluish white. N ormal: Maintains normal colorings for white. W arm: Makes images appear reddish white. *About color temperatures: There are many different shades that are considered to be "white"...
  • Page 40 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. O nly in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered.

  • Page 41: Setting The Presentation Timer

    Make sure you have made all of the desired adjustments. MEN U /EX IT Press to exit and save the settings. Resetting current or all picture modes Picture Reset Picture Settings Go to the menu and highlight ◄ ► MO DE/EN T ER Current Press and press...
  • Page 42 To cancel the timer, perform the following steps: System Setup: Basic > Presentation T imer O ff Go to the menu and highlight MO DE/EN T ER Press . A confirmation message appears. MO DE/EN T ER H ighlight and press to confirm.

  • Page 43: Remote Paging Operations

    Remote paging operations Connect the projector to your PC or notebook with a USB cable prior to using the paging function. See "Connection" on page 22 for details. You can operate your display software program (on a connected PC) which responds to PAGE +/PAGE - page up/down commands (like Microsoft PowerPoint) by pressing on the...

  • Page 44: Locking Control Keys

    Locking control keys W ith the control keys on the projector locked, you can prevent your projector settings Panel Key Lock from being changed accidentally (by children, for example). W hen the POW ER on, no control keys on the projector will operate except System Setup: Basic >...

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Sound

    Adjusting the sound The sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speakers. Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connection" on page 22 for how the audio input is connected. IN PU T SOU RCE AU DIO IN AU DIO O U T...

  • Page 46: Using The Test Pattern

    Using the test pattern The projector is capable of displaying the grid test pattern. It can be used to assist you with the adjustment of image size and focus, ensuring that the projected image is free from distortion. To display the test pattern, open the O SD menu and System Setup: Advanced >...

  • Page 47: Shutting Down The Projector

    Shutting down the projector POW ER O FF Press and a confirmation message will appear prompting you. If you don't respond in a few seconds, the message will disappear. POW ER O FF POW ER indicator light Press a second time. The flashes orange, the projection lamp shuts down, and the fans will continue to run for approximately 90 seconds to cool down the projector.

  • Page 48: Menu Operation

    Menu operation Menu system Please note that the on-screen display (O SD ) menus vary according to the signal type selected. Main menu Sub-menu Options O ff/Light Yellow/Pink/Light Green/ W all color Blue/Blackboard Aspect Ratio Auto/Real/4:3/*16:6/16:9/16:10 2D Keystone Top Left/Top Right/Bottom Left/ Corner Fit Bottom Right Position...
  • Page 49 Main menu Sub-menu Options Bright/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/ Picture Mode 3D /User 1/User 2 Bright/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/ Reference Mode Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Brilliant Color O n/O ff Color Picture Cool/N ormal/W arm Temperature Color R Gain/G Gain/B Gain/R O ffset/ Temperature Fine G O ffset/B O ffset Tuning Primary Color R/G/B/C/M/Y...
  • Page 50 D isable/5 mins/10 mins/15 mins/ Blank Timer 20 mins/25 mins/30 mins D isable/30 mins/1 hr/2 hrs/3hrs/ Sleep Timer 4hrs/8 hrs/12hrs Panel Key Lock O n/O ff Background Color BenQ /Black/Blue/Purple Splash Screen BenQ /Black/Blue PointW rite Touch O n/O ff Module O peration...
  • Page 51 Main menu Sub-menu Options H igh Altitude O n/O ff Mode Mute O n/O ff Audio Settings Volume Power on/off Ring O n/O ff Lamp Mode N ormal/Economic/SmartEco Reset Lamp Timer Reset / Cancel Lamp Settings Lamp Usage Time (N ormal Mode, Lamp Timer Economic Mode, SmartEco Mode)/ Equivalent Lamp H our...
  • Page 52 Main menu Sub-menu Options • Source • Picture Mode • Lamp Mode Current System • Resolution Information Status • 3D Format • Color System • Lamp Usage Time • Firmware Version N ote that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected, limited menu items are accessible.
  • Page 53 Description of each menu FU N CT IO N DESCRIPT IO N Corrects the projected picture’s color when the projection surface W all color is not white. See "Using W all Color" on page 37 for details. There are several options to set the image's aspect ratio depending Aspect Ratio on your input signal source.
  • Page 54 FU N CT IO N DESCRIPT IO N This projector features a 3D function which enables you to enjoy the 3D movies, videos, and sporting events in a more realistic way by presenting the depth of the images. You need to wear a pair of 3D glasses to view the 3D images.
  • Page 55 FU N CT IO N DESCRIPT IO N Pre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your Picture Mode projector image set-up to suit your program type. "Selecting a picture mode" on page 37 for details. Selects a picture mode that most suits your need for the image Reference quality and further fine-tune the image based on the selections listed Mode...
  • Page 56 FU N CT IO N DESCRIPT IO N "Switching input signal" on page 33 for details. Quick Auto Search "Changing Color Space" on page 34 for details. Color Space Conversion Reminds the presenter to finish the presentation within a certain Presentation time frame.
  • Page 57 FU N CT IO N DESCRIPT IO N Direct Power On Powers projector on automatically when the power cable is connected. Signal Power On Sets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing POW ER when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable.
  • Page 58 If you enter incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically shut down in a short time. W eb Control Lock BenQ N etwork Projector O peration Guide for details. Selects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you...
  • Page 59 FU N CT IO N DESCRIPT IO N N etwork Enable N etwork Standby Mode To enable or disable the network standby mode after the projector is automatically or manually turned off. • O n: The projector will maintain at network standby mode with less than 6W power consumption.
  • Page 60 FU N CT IO N DESCRIPT IO N Source Shows the current signal source. Picture Mode Picture Shows the selected mode in the menu. Lamp Mode Shows the current lamp mode. Resolution Current Shows the native resolution of the input signal. System Status 3D Format Shows the current 3D mode.

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    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. N ever remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer if other parts need replacing.

  • Page 62: Lamp Information

    Lamp information Getting to know the lamp hour W hen 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 = A*(hours used in N ormal mode) + B*(hours used in Economic mode) + 1.00*(hours used in SmartEco mode)
  • Page 63 Setting Auto Power Off This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected after a set period of time to prevent unnecessary waste of lamp life. Auto Power O ff SYST EM SET U P: Basic > Auto Power O ff To set , go into the ◄...
  • Page 64 62), you may continue to Equivalent lamp hour > X X X X H ours operate the projector until the next lamp warning appears. O rder a new lamp at www.benq.com MO DE/EN T ER Press to dismiss the message.
  • Page 65 • To assure optimal performance from the projector, it is recommended that you purchase a BenQ projector lamp for lamp replacement. • Ensure good ventilation when handling broken lamps. W e recommend that you use respirators, safety glasses, goggles or face shield and wear protective clothing such as gloves.
  • Page 66 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.
  • Page 67 Resetting the lamp timer After the startup logo, open the O n-Screen D isplay (O SD ) menu. Go to the SYST EM SET U P: Advanced > Lamp Settings MO DE/EN T ER menu. Press Lamp Settings Reset lamp timer page displays.
  • Page 68 Indicators Light Status & Description Power Temp Lamp Power events Orange O ff Stand-by mode Green O ff Powering up Flashing Green O ff N ormal operation Orange O ff Projector is cooling. Flashing Lamp events Orange O ff O ff The lamp ignition is not lit up.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting T he projector does not turn on. Cause Remedy Plug the power cord into the AC inlet on the projector, and plug the power cord into the There is no power from the power cable. power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Specifications Projector specifications All specifications are subject to change without notice. Optical Control Resolution MX854UST Type-B mini USB 1024 x 768 XGA (Optional for PointWrite kit) MW855UST Type-A power supply 5V /2A 1280 x 800 WXGA (Optional for PointWrite Touch module)

  • Page 71: Timing Chart

    94.500 X GA_120 ◎ (Reduce 119.989 97.551 115.500 Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75.00 67.500 108.000 BenQ N B 1024 x 576 60.0 35.820 46.966 Timing BenQ N B 1024 x 600 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing ◎ ◎...
  • Page 72 Resolution Mode Refresh Clock 3D Field 3D Side- Rate (H z) frequency (MH z) Sequential O ver- by-side (kH z) under ◎ ◎ SX GA_60 60.020 63.981 108.000 1280 x 1024 SX GA_75 75.025 79.976 135.000 SX GA_85 85.024 91.146 157.500 ◎...
  • Page 73 Support timing for Component - YPbPr input Timing Resolution H orizontal Vertical D ot Clock 3D Field Frequency (KH z) Frequency (H z) Frequency (MH z) Sequential ◎ 480i 720 x 480 15.73 59.94 13.5 ◎ 480p 720 x 480 31.47 59.94 576i...
  • Page 74 68.667 94.500 X GA_120 ◎ (Reduce 119.989 97.551 115.500 Blanking) 1152 x 864 1152 x 864_75 75.00 67.500 108.000 BenQ 1024 x 576 N otebook 60.00 35.820 46.996 Timing BenQ 1024 x 600 N otebook 64.995 41.467 51.419 Timing ◎...
  • Page 75 Resolution Mode Refresh Clock 3D Field 3D Side- Rate (H z) frequency (MH z) Sequential O ver- by-side (kH z) under ◎ ◎ SX GA_60 60.020 63.981 108.000 1280 x 1024 SX GA_75 75.025 79.976 135.000 SX GA_85 85.024 91.146 157.500 ◎...
  • Page 76 Supporting timing for H DMI Video input Timing Resolution H orizontal Vertical D ot Clock 3D Field Frequency Frequency Frequency Sequential Frame O ver- Side-by- (KH z) (H z) (MH z) Packing under side 720 (1440) x ◎ 480i 15.73 59.94 ◎...

  • Page 77: W Arranty And Copyright Information

    .com. Copyright Copyright 2011 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reser ved. N o 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.

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