BenQ MP771 DLP Short Throw Projector Review

The short throw capability of BenQ’s newly launched MP771 DLP projector is being emphasized in BenQ’s marketing. The MP771 is actually the first of a series of new projectors which will share the short throw feature. Having a short throw distance makes the MP771 suitable for use in cramped spaces which would have projectors with a longer throw producing an unacceptably small image. As an example of its capability, it is able to project a 74-inch image from only one meter.

BenQ MP771 Projector

Other features providing the MP771 with flexibility of use are the high 3000 ANSI lumens brightness and Wall Color Correction Technology allowing it to project acceptably bright and clear images in bright ambient lighting and against colored walls respectively. A high 2000:1 contrast ratio boosted by the Unishape Lamp Lighting technology will provide images with sharper detail.

The MP771 has an XGA (1024 x 768) resolution in line with its intended use in business and educational environments. BenQ have included numerous features to benefit users in these environments such as; a corporate splash screen, detachable keypad, security password, 12 trigger for a projection screen, auto off, presentation timer, quick cooling and a top access lamp door for easy lamp replacement and maintenance.

Unishape Technology

BenQ’s Unishape Lamp Lighting Technology built into the MP771 was developed by OSRAM. It was developed by OSRAM to improve projection technologies and lower the cost and complexity of DLP projection. The performance boost to projection systems utilizing Unishape is advertised by OSRAM as being:

40% greater brightness
60% less dithering noise
at least 80% more colors
up to 100% higher contrast

You can find out more about OSRAM Unishape technology by reading our recent review.

BrilliantColor

The MP771 incorporates BrilliantColor which is a Texas Instruments trademarked technology for delivering improved brightness and a wider range of colors. Traditionally, most display devices render images using a combination of the three primary colors red, green and blue. The full gamut of colors visible to the human eye cannot be reproduced using this approach, with the color space subset covered not including vivid colors such as yellow and cyan commonly seen in nature. By processing up to six color channels BrilliantColor allows vendors, such as Benq, to create multi-primary color systems by adding colors such as yellow, cyan and magenta colors for color rendering. As well as increasing the color space which can be rendered with the added color filters the system also utilizes the light source more efficiently with a 50% increase of 50% brightness.

Another benefit of BrilliantColor technology derives from its use of floating point arithmetic for more accurate rendering calculations. According to Texas Instruments, this results in less noise and more accurate colors at the display with over 200 trillion color shades being possible.

Replacement bulbs are a large expense for projector owners and the longer they will last the better. The MP771’s average use time of 4,000 hours is definitely something in its favor.

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BenQ MP771 DLP Short Throw Projector Specification

Native Resolution	XGA (1024 x 768)
Projection System	DLP® by Texas Instruments
Brightness	3000 ANSI Lumens
Lamp	280W, 3000/4000hours (Normal/Economic mode)
Contrast Ratio	2000:1
Weight	4.1 kg (9.0 lbs)
Noise Level	34/29 dB (normal / economic mode)
Resolution Support	VGA(640 x 350) to SXGA(1280 x 1024)
Dimensions	10.8×5.1x 13.3 inch (275 x 131 x 338 mm)
Image Size	67″ to 300″
Throw Ratio	74″@1m (74″@3.3 feet)
Zoom Ratio	Fixed
Lens	F=2.42, f=7.5 mm
Display Color	Full 1.07 million color palette
Aspect Ratio	4:3/16:9 screen selectable
Horizontal Frequency	31 ~ 82 KHz
Vertical Scan Rate	48 ~ 85Hz
Input Terminals	Analog RGB: D-sub 15 pin x 1 DVI-I (HDCP support)
Output Terminals	PC 12v Trigger,BR>D-sub 15 pin x 1
Audio:2 Watt speaker x 1
Control Terminals	USB connector : USB x 1 Type mini B Serial Connector : RS232 8 pin MINI DIN
Speakers	2 Watt Speaker x 1
Video Compatibility	NTSC/PAL/SECAM
Auto Switching Power Supply	100 to 240 V AC, 50 to 60 Hz
Power Consumption	365W (max)
On-Screen Display Language	English/ French/ German/ Italian/ Spanish/ Russian/ Traditional Chinese/ Simplified Chinese/ Japanese/ Korean/ Swedish/ Dutch/ Turkish/ Czech/ Portuguese / Thai/ Polish
Preset Modes/ Application Modes	PC Input: Dynamic Mode / Presentation Mode / sRGB Mode / Cinema Mode / User 1 Mode / User 2 Mode
A/V Input:	Dynamic Mode / Standard Mode / Cinema Mode / User 1 Mode / User 2 Mode
Functions	3D Color Management Quick Auto Search Time Controller Presentation Timer Power On/Off Ring Tone Panel Key Lock Resolution Reminder 11 Sets of Picture Mode “Q?” Hot Key for FAQ Detachable Keypad Freeze Short Throw Ratio Lens Wall Color Correction Blank (ECO Mode) Quick Cooling Auto Off Security Password My Screen HDCP Compatible HDTV Compatible 12v Trigger High Altitude Mode
Accessories (Standard)	Quick start Guide Manual CD Remote control Battery for R/C VGA cable Rubber Cover (for Detachable Keypad) Power cord
Accessories (Optional)	Ceiling Mounting Kit Spare Lamp Kit Presentation Plus Soft Carry case