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BenQ LH856UST

3,500lumens
1920×1080native
0.34–0.34throw ratio
6.5 kgweight

The BenQ LH856UST is a DLP x 1 projector rated at 3,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 20,000 hours / 38,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.34:1. Released September 2023.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
0.34:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m0.7 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m1.0 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m1.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m1.7 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m2.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m2.7 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m3.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m4.1 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m5.1 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m6.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m8.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m10.2 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

Maximum image size for projection mapping

Largest image that keeps a 10:1 contrast against ambient light on a light, matte surface (80% optical efficiency). See how this is calculated.

Ambient lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)311 m²23.5 × 13.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)62 m²10.5 × 5.9 m
Lit city square (15 lux)21 m²6.1 × 3.4 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)10 m²4.3 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)6 m²3.3 × 1.9 m

Full specifications

3D ModesFull HD 3D
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise34 dB / 32 dB (Eco)
Best Used ForK-12 Education Corporate/Business
Brightness3,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack Audio Out: Mini Jack HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Data ModesMAX 3840x2160
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display TypeDLP x 1
FeaturesShort-Throw Short-Throw Wall Mount Full HD 3D Geometric Correction HDR Crestron RoomView™
Image Size81.20" - 103.30"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts × 2
Lens ShiftNo
Light SourceLaser Phosphor
Light Source Life20,000 hours / 38,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power170 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 1'-5" from the screen.
Projector Size8.19" x 12.49" x 14.82" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2023
Resolution1920x1080
StatusShipping
Street Price$2,299 (USD)
Throw Distance0.9' - 1.5' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.34:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60
Warranty3 Years
Weight14.3 lbs

Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.

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