BenQ Projector MX882UST User Manual

							Introduction 11
Remote control
1. ON/OFF
Toggles the projector between standby 
mode and on.
2. Source selection buttons 
(COMPUTER 1, COMPUTER 2, 
VIDEO, S-VIDEO, HDMI, 
NETWORK
)
Selects an input source for display.
3. Keystone/Arrow keys ( / Up,  /
Down)
Manually corrects distorted images 
resulting from an angled projection.
4. MENU/EXIT
Turns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) 
menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, 
exits and saves menu settings.
5. Left/
Decreases the projector volume. 
6. MODE/ENTER
Selects an available picture setup mode.
Activates the selected On-Screen Display 
(OSD) menu item.7. ECO BLANK
Used to hide the screen picture.
8. LASER
Emits visible laser pointer light for 
presentation purposes.
9. MHL control buttons
(Previous, Play/Pause, 
Next, Rewind, Stop, 
Fast-forward)
Goes to the previous file/Plays/Pauses/
Goes to the next file/Rewinds/Stops/Fast-
forwards during media playback.
Only available when controlling your smart 
device in MHL mode.
10. ZOOM+/ZOOM-
Magnifies or reduces the projected picture 
size.
11. PAGE+/PAGE-
Operate your display software program 
(on a connected PC) which responds to 
page up/down commands (like Microsoft 
PowerPoint).
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							Introduction 12
Controlling your smart device with the remote control
When the projector projects the content from your MHL compatible smart device, you 
can use the remote control to control your smart device. 
To enter the MHL mode, press and hold AUTO for 3 seconds. The following buttons are 
available for controlling your smart device: Arrow keys ( / Up,  / Down, 
Left, Right), MENU/EXIT, MODE/ENTER, #0-#9, MHL control buttons. 
To leave the MHL mode, press and hold AUTO for 3 seconds.
When the projector is under MHL mode, the keypad on the projector should be with the same definition of 
the keys on the remote control.
12. FREEZE
Freezes the projected image.
13. NETWORK SETTING
Displays the Network Settings OSD 
menu.
14. QUICK INSTALL
Quickly selects several functions to adjust 
the projected image and displays the test 
pattern.
15. AUTO
Automatically determines the best picture 
timings for the displayed image.
16. Right/
Increases the projector volume. 
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu 
is activated, the #3, #5, and #16 keys are 
used as directional arrows to select the 
desired menu items and to make 
adjustments.
17. SOURCE
Displays the source selection bar.
18. MIC/VOL+/MIC/VOL-
(No function.)19. MUTE
Toggles projector audio between on and 
off. 
20. ASPECT
Selects the display aspect ratio. 
21. SMART ECO
Displays the Lamp Mode
 menu for 
selecting a suitable lamp operating mode.
22. Numeric buttons
Enters numbers in network settings.
Operating the LASER pointer
The Laser Pointer is a 
presentation aid for 
professionals. It emits red 
colored light when you press it.
The laser beam is visible. It is 
necessary to press and hold 
LASER for continuous output. 
Do not look into the laser light 
window or shine the laser light beam on yourself or 
others. See the warning messages on the back of the 
remote control prior to using it.
The laser pointer is not a toy. Parents should be 
mindful of the dangers of laser energy and keep 
this remote control out of the reach of children. 
						

							Introduction 13
Remote control effective range
The remote control must be held at an angle within 30 degrees perpendicular to the 
projectors IR remote control sensor(s) to function correctly. The distance between the 
remote control and the sensor(s) should not exceed 8 meters (~ 26 feet).
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the IR sensor(s) on 
the projector that might obstruct the infra-red beam.
Replacing the remote control batteries
1. 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.
2. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two AAA batteries observing 
the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment. Positive 
(+) goes to positive and negative (-) goes to negative.
3. Refit the cover by aligning it with the base and sliding it back down into position. Stop 
when it clicks into place.
•  Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive heat or humid environment like the 
kitchen, bathroom, sauna, sunroom or in a closed car.
•  Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.
•  Dispose of the used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions and local environment 
regulations for your region.
•  Never throw the batteries into a fire. There may be danger of an explosion.
•  If the batteries are dead or if you will not be using the remote control for an extended period of time, 
remove the batteries to avoid damage to the remote control from possible battery leakage.
•  Operating the projector from the front
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							Positioning your projector 14
Positioning your projector
Using the quick install
The projector provides a hot key to set Projector Installation, Test Pattern, and 2D 
Keystone quickly.
Press QUICK INSTALL on the remote control and press  /  to select from the 
below items:
• Projector Installation. See Positioning your projector on page 14 for details.
• Test Pattern. See Using the test pattern on page 38 for details.
• 2D Keystone. See Correcting keystone on page 22 for details.
1. Choosing a location
Your projector is designed to be installed in one of the following possible installation 
locations:
 
2. Using the test pattern
3. Correcting the image
•  2D Keystone correction
Front CeilingRear Ceiling 
						

							Positioning your projector 15 • Corner fit correction
• Surface fit correction
Set up your screen via the QUICK INSTALL hotkey on the remote control. You can 
also go to the SYSTEM SETUP: Basic > Projector Installation menu after turning on 
the projector. See Using the menus on page 25 on how to use the OSD menu.
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.
Obtaining a preferred projected image size
Projection dimensions
• Installation distance D is measured from the projector rear side to the wall surface, which is also indicated 
on the scale of the wall mount.
• Projection distance a is measured from the projector rear side to the projection surface.
• Vertical offset V is measured from the bottom edge of the wall plate to the top edge of screen.
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Thickness of the screenScale value = D
Center30 mm
Plate height 260 mm 
With cover 270 mm
Ceiling height (H)
=30mm+ Plate 
height +V+h+F 
						

							Positioning your projector 16
Image adjustment area
MX882UST
The screen aspect ratio is 4:3 and the projected picture is in a 4:3 aspect ratio
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Center: 0
-1.5 cm+1.5 cm
+3.5 cm
-3.5 cmCenter: 0
Adjustment area
Screen size
Min 
Ceiling 
heightVe r t i c a l  
offsetInstallation distance (D)
Diagonal 
(M)Height 
(h)We i g h t  
(W)Ha
a. base on an image 762 mm from the floor, if the image is lower, the min ceiling height is reduced by the
measurement.
VXb=0 mm
(D=a)
b. Assume the thickness of projection screen(X) is 0 mm.
Xc=30 mm
(D=a+30 mm)
c. Assume the thickness of projection screen(X) is 30 mm.
Inchmm(mm)(mm)(mm)(mm)(mm)(mm)
73 1854 1113 1483 2401 238 88 118
78 1981 1189 1585 2490 252 118 148
83 2108 1265 1687 2580 265 147 177
88 2235 1341 1788 2670 279 177 207
93 2362 1417 1890 2760 292 207 237
98 2489 1494 1991 2849 306 236 266
100 2540 1524 2032 2885 311 248 278
103 2616 1570 2093 2939 319 266 296
108 2743 1646 2195 3029 333 296 326
110 2794 1676 2235 3065 338 308 338 
						

							Positioning your projector 17
MW883UST
The screen aspect ratio is 16:10 and the projected picture is in a 16:10 aspect ratio
All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. 
BenQ recommends that if you intend to permanently install the projector, you should physically test the 
projection size and distance using the actual projector in situ before you permanently install it, so as to make 
allowance for this projectors optical characteristics. This will help you determine the exact mounting position 
so that it best suits your installation location.
Screen size
Min 
Ceiling 
heightVe r t i c a l  
offsetInstallation distance (D)
Diagonal 
(M)Height 
(h)We i g h t  
(W)Ha
a. base on an image 762 mm from the floor, if the image is lower, the min ceiling height is reduced by the
measurement.
VXb=0 mm
(D=a)
b. Assume the thickness of projection screen(X) is 0 mm.
Xc=30 mm
(D=a+30 mm)
c. Assume the thickness of projection screen(X) is 30 mm.
Inchmm(mm)(mm)(mm)(mm)(mm)(mm)
86.5 2197 1164 1863 2430 216 88 118
87 2210 1171 1874 2438 217 91 121
90 2286 1212 1939 2485 223 106 136
95 2413 1279 2046 2562 233 131 161
100 2540 1346 2154 2639 243 156 186
105 2667 1414 2262 2717 253 181 211
110 2794 1481 2369 2794 263 206 236
115 2921 1548 2477 2872 273 231 261
120 3048 1615 2585 2949 284 256 286
125 3175 1683 2692 3026 294 281 311
130 3302 1750 2800 3104 304 306 336 
						

							Connection 18
Connection
When connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:
1. Turn all equipment off before making any connections.
2. Use the correct signal cables for each source.
3. 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.
•  The connection illustrations below are for reference only. The rear connecting jacks available on the 
projector vary with each projector model.       
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							Connection 19  
•  Many notebooks do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key 
combo like FN + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a function key labeled CRT/
LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the notebook. Press FN and the labeled function key 
simultaneously. Refer to your notebooks documentation to find your notebooks key combination.
•  The D-Sub output only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the COMPUTER 1 jack.
•  If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make sure the 
Monitor Out function is turned on in the SYSTEM SETUP: Advanced menu. See Standby Settings 
on page 51 for details.
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:
Connecting audio
The projector has built-in mono speaker(s) which are designed to provide basic audio 
functionality accompanying data presentations for business purposes only. They are not 
designed for, nor intended for stereo audio reproduction use as might be expected in 
home theater or home cinema applications. Any stereo audio input (if provided), is mixed 
into a common mono audio output through the projector speaker(s).
The built-in speaker(s) will be muted when the AUDIO OUT jack is connected.
•  The projector is only capable of playing mixed mono audio, even if a stereo audio input is connected. See 
Connecting audio on page 19 for details.
1. VGA cable
2. VGA to DVI-A cable
3. USB cable
4. Component Video to VGA (D-Sub) 
adapter cable
5. S-Video cable
6. Video cable
7. Audio cable8. Audio L/R cable
9. USB cable (A to mini B type) connect 
to Touch Module
10. HDMI cable
11. USB flash drive
12. USB wireless dongle
13. HDMI wireless dongle
Te r m i n a l  n a m eTerminal appearancePicture quality
HDMI/MHL
Best
Component Video
Better
S-Video
Good
Video
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							Connection 20
•  If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source 
has been selected, check that the video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check 
that the signal cables have been connected correctly.
Connecting smart devices
The projector can project the content directly from a MHL compatible smart device. Using 
a MHL wireless dongle, you can connect your smart devices to the projector and then 
enjoy your content on the big screen.
Some smart devices may not be compatible to the cable that you use. Please consult the manufacturer of your 
smart device for detailed information.
1. Take a HDMI wireless dongle or a USB wireless dongle and connect it the MHL input 
connector on the projector.
2. Switch to the HDMI/MHL input source. To switch input signal, see Switching input 
signal on page 28 for details.
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