BenQ MH530FHD
About
BenQ MH530FHD: 3,300-Lumen 1080p Projector with 2 HDMI and 2 VGA Ports
Bright lamp, colorful picture, simultaneous connection to multiple devices are the triggers making one want to browse the BenQ MH530FHD review for more detail. The support of 3D format and versatile adjustment options together with the shorter-than-average throw should let you make up your mind if you need a solid Full HD projector for your living room or the home theater system.
The power consumption, distinct fan buzzing, and mediocre sound quality might be the evidence against purchasing this projector. Meanwhile, the high portability and easy installation might outweigh some or all of these features.
Design
The BenQ MH530FHD has an elongated rectangular shape with curved lines. The front panel is minimalist smooth without grilles or any decor elements except for the BenQ logo and the “1080P” framed inscription. The large lens window dominates on the panel and attracts attention.
The sides of the box have ventilation openings that are grilled. The back panel features the connections, the operational controls are gathered on top of the projector. Three feet are gear-shaped and can be screwed up and down to regulate the height. The projector has a low profile (3.9-inch height), is 13.1-inch wide and 9.5-inch deep. It weighs 5.3 lbs, well portable and easy to mount.
Features
The DLP system with the 3,300-lumen lamp makes the core of the MH530FHD. The projector supports the native 1920x1080 resolution with 2.3 million active pixels. The color gamut is set up with the reference to Rec.709 color space and features over a billion shades.
The device can form a screen of 30 inches and up to 300 inches. The sharp picture can be formed at as little as 3.2-ft distance. The 40% vertical keystone regulation and 1.2x zoom provide the versatility of placement.
The compatibility with external devices is provided through two HDMI ports (version 2.0, HDCP 2.2 protected) and two VGA ones, audio inputs and outputs, the video input, RS232 one and USB service.
The built-in speaker has 2W capacity and produces mono sound. The BenQ MH530FHD 1080p projector’s own operational noise doesn’t exceed 32 dB.
Performance
The deep blacks, diverse textures, and vivid peaks with sharp contours make the highlights of MH530FHD review. The image in Full HD is balanced, with spot-on whites and grays, bright yellow, and if a bit greenish cyans. The projector handles the motion quite well featuring only a slight blur in the dynamic action scenes. The dark room performance brings the most saturated and contrast image, while the semi-lit and lit rooms don’t provoke the washout issues.
The two VGA ports allow hooking up the two PC sources at once, which can please gamers and those users who plan to use the projector as a monitor. The processor works fast enough to enable quick switching between the sources.
The setup is simple and intuitive; the special “Install” button unfolds the comprehensive setup guide on the screen. The sound is thin and the volume is rather low, while the fan sound might become noticeable at high load.
Specification
Lens
Focal Length, Mm
19.0 - 22.65
F-number
2.42 - 2.62
Zoom Ratio
1.2x
Lens Shift
vertical +/- 40%
Dimensions
Weight, Kg/pounds
2.4/5.3
Size W X H X D, сm/inches
30.3 x 20.4 x 10/13.1 x 9.5 x 3.9
Resolution
Resolution Abbreviation
Full HD
Max Resolution (resized)
1920 x 1200
Native Resolution
1920 x 1080
Properties
Pixel Number
2304000
Color Reproduction
1.07 billion
Throw Ratio Range
1.37:1 - 1.64:1
Contrast Ratio
15000:1
Brightness, Lumens
3300
Power Consumption, W
260
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Input Lag, Ms
Projection Distance, M/ft
0.9 - 10.2/3.2 - 32.8
Noise Level, DBA
32
Projection Screen Size, Inch
30 - 300
Projection System
DLP
FEATURES
Security
Kensington lock, password protection
3D
Mouse Functions
REMOTE CONTROL
Projection Method
front, ceiling mount, tabletop
Connectivity
Audio Input (3.5mm)
1
USB (service)
1
Audio Input (RCA)
USB
Composite Video Input (RCA)
1
12V Trigger
VGA Input
2
RS232 (DB-9pin)
1
MHL
Ethernet (RJ45)
SPDIF (optical)
Audio Output (3.5mm)
1
Operating Temperature
Max, C/F
40/104
Min, C/F
0/32
Video Compatibility
SECAM
PAL
NTSC
Settings
Keystone Adjustment Horizontal, +- Degrees
Keystone Adjustment Vertical, +- Degrees
40
Lamp
Lamp Life (eco Mode), Hours
10000
Lamp Life (normal Mode), Hours
4500
Lamp Type, W
203
AUDIO
Sound Type
mono
Speaker Power, W
2
Integrated Speakers