Vibrant Full HD & Effortless Setup: The BenQ AH500ST for Your Golf Simulator!
Description:
Step into a world of realistic golf simulation with the BenQ AH500ST, a Full HD (1080p) benq projector short throw powered by an advanced LED light source. Designed specifically for the demands of indoor golf, the AH500ST delivers an impressive 2000 ANSI lumens of brightness and an outstanding 95% Rec.709 color coverage, ensuring every fairway, green, and hazard is displayed with vivid, true-to-life accuracy.
Its short-throw lens is perfect for simulator environments, projecting a large, immersive image from a minimal distance to eliminate distracting shadows. With projector benq short throw features like Screen Fill, 2D Keystone, and Corner Fit, achieving a perfectly aligned, full-screen image is quick and simple. Enjoy years of maintenance-free, brilliant performance with the long-lasting LED source, and get ready to see your game in a whole new light with the BenQ AH500ST.
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VIVID FULL HD IMAGES: Sharp 1080p with 95% Rec.709 color.
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SHORT-THROW DESIGN: Ideal for simulators, eliminates shadows.
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EASY INSTALLATION: Screen Fill, Keystone & Corner Fit for perfect alignment.
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LONG-LASTING LED: Up to 30,000 hours of maintenance-free operation.
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Short-throw projector (0.499 throw ratio)
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30,000-hour LED (no lamp replacements)
- 2000 lumens brightness
- 1080p Full HD resolution
- 95% Rec.709 color accuracy
- Golf Mode preset
- Screen Fill function
Why Buy the BenQ AH500ST HD Golf Simulator Projector:
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Shadow-free gameplay - Short-throw design eliminates player shadows that block the screen
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Exceptional color realism - 95% Rec.709 coverage delivers the most accurate greens and blues available
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Decades of maintenance-free use - 30,000-hour LED eliminates costly lamp replacements forever
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Effortless screen alignment - Screen Fill automatically fits any 16:9 impact screen perfectly
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Golf-optimized visuals - Dedicated Golf Mode enhances course colors for maximum realism
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Compact installation - Projects 100" image from just 6 feet away, perfect for tight spaces
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Instant session startup - LED technology means no warm-up delays between rounds
Perfect For:
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Small simulator rooms where traditional projectors can't fit the required throw distance
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Golfers frustrated by shadow interference during their swing with ceiling-mounted projectors
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Players wanting cinema-quality colors without the complexity of manual calibration
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Simulator builders prioritizing easy setup over spending hours aligning keystone corrections
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Home golf enthusiasts seeking plug-and-play simplicity with professional-grade image quality
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Multi-user setups where different height players create varying shadow patterns
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Basement or garage installations with limited ceiling height and mounting options
Features:
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Crisp Full HD 1080p Resolution: Delivers sharp, clear, and detailed images for an engaging and realistic golf simulation experience with the BenQ AH500ST.
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Advanced LED Light Source: Provides consistent high brightness (2000 ANSI Lumens), superior color saturation, and an incredibly long lifespan of up to 20,000 hours (Normal) or 38,000 hours (Eco Mode) without lamp decay or replacement needs.
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Exceptional Color Accuracy (95% Rec.709): Produces rich, accurate, and vibrant colors, making virtual courses look stunningly realistic and true-to-life.
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Optimized Short-Throw Lens (0.499 Throw Ratio): Projects a large 100-inch image from just 5.7 - 6.9 feet (approx. 1.74 - 2.1m), ideal for space-constrained simulator setups and preventing caster shadows.
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Flexible Installation with 1.2x Zoom: Offers greater flexibility in projector placement within your simulator room.
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BenQ Exclusive Screen Fill Function: Automatically scales the image to perfectly fill your impact screen (especially useful for 16:9 screens), simplifying setup.
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2D Keystone & Corner Fit Correction: Easily correct trapezoidal distortion (Vertical ±30°, Horizontal ±30°) and adjust each corner of the image independently for a perfectly rectangular picture, even if the projector isn't perfectly centered.
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Golf Mode Preset: Features a specialized picture mode optimized for golf simulation, enhancing the color and detail of greens and blues for vivid course representation on the BenQ AH500ST.
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Maintenance-Free DLP Technology: The sealed DLP chip design helps protect against dust, ensuring long-lasting image quality.
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High Contrast Ratio: Delivers good image depth and clarity.
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Multiple HDMI Ports: Includes HDMI (x2) for versatile connection to your PC and other devices.
Why Choose the BenQ AH500ST Laser Golf Sim Projector:
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Experience True-to-Life Visuals: The BenQ AH500ST's combination of Full HD clarity and 95% Rec.709 color makes your virtual golf courses look incredibly realistic and engaging.
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Practice Without Distracting Shadows: The short-throw lens ensures a large, clear image without your shadow interfering with the projection, essential for a clean simulator setup.
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Enjoy Bright, Consistent Color for Years: The long-lasting LED light source means no lamp replacements and consistent color performance over thousands of hours.
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Set Up Quickly and Precisely: User-friendly features like Screen Fill and Corner Fit make achieving a perfect image on your screen straightforward and hassle-free.
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Optimize Your View with Golf Mode: See greens and blues pop with enhanced vibrancy, making the on-screen course more lifelike.
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Reliable and Low-Maintenance: Enjoy peace of mind with a projector designed for durability and minimal upkeep.
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Versatile for More Than Just Golf: While perfect for simulators, its excellent image quality makes the BenQ AH500ST suitable for movies and other entertainment.
Specifications:
Core Display & Performance
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Projection System: DLP
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Native Resolution: 1080P (1920×1080)
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Brightness (ANSI lumens): 4000
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Native Aspect Ratio: 16:9
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Contrast Ratio (FOFO): 3,000,000:1
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Display Colors: 30-bit (1.07 billion colors)
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Light Source: Laser
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Light Source Life (Hours):
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Normal Mode: 20,000 hrs
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ECO Mode: 38,000 hrs
Optical Characteristics
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Throw Ratio: 0.499 (Short Throw)
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Zoom Ratio: Fixed
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Lens: F#=2.8, f=7.46mm
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Projection Offset (Full-Height): 112%
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Keystone Adjustment: 2D (Vertical ± 30 degrees; Horizontal ± 30 degrees)
Image Quality & Picture Modes
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Rec.709 Color Coverage: 83%
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Picture Modes: 3D, Cinema, Game, Golf, HDR10, HLG, sRGB, User 1, User 2
Input & Compatibility
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Input Lag:
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16.7 ms (1080P @ 60Hz)
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8.3 ms (1080P @ 120Hz)
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Supported Resolution: VGA (640 x 480) to 4K UHD (3840 x 2160)
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Horizontal Scan Frequency: 15K~102KHz
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Vertical Scan Rate: 23~120Hz
Connectivity / I/O Interface
Audio Features
Operating Environment
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Operating Temperature: 040℃ (32104°F)
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Power Supply: AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
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Typical Power Consumption (110V): 250W
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Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W
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Network Standby Power Consumption: <2W
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Acoustic Noise (Typical/Eco): 35 / 32 dBA
Physical Dimensions & Weight
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Dimensions (W x H x D):
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Net Weight:
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Metric: 5.1 kg
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Imperial: 11.2 lbs
What's Included:
- BenQ AH500ST
- Remote Control With Batteries
- Power Cord
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
- Lens Cover
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FAQ:
Q: Is the BenQ AH500ST a good choice for golf simulators?
A: Yes, the BenQ AH500ST is specifically designed with golf simulation in mind. Its 1080p resolution, short-throw lens, excellent 95% Rec.709 color coverage, dedicated Golf Mode, and long-lasting LED light source make it an ideal projector for an immersive and reliable home golf setup.
Q: How does the LED light source benefit the BenQ AH500ST projector?
A: The LED light source in the BenQ AH500ST provides several advantages: a very long lifespan (up to 30,000 hours), consistent brightness and color performance over time, better energy efficiency, and no need for lamp replacements, which reduces overall maintenance and cost.
Q: What is "Screen Fill," and how does it help with the BenQ AH500ST?
A: BenQ's Screen Fill feature helps the projector automatically adjust its image to perfectly fit the dimensions of your impact screen, especially with 16:9 aspect ratio screens common in golf simulation. This simplifies setup with the BenQ AH500ST and ensures you're using the entire screen surface effectively.
Q: Can I use the BenQ AH500ST in a room that isn't completely dark?
A: With 2000 ANSI lumens, the BenQ AH500ST can produce a good image in rooms with some controlled ambient light. However, for the best contrast, color depth, and most immersive experience, a darker environment is always recommended.
Q: What is Golf Mode on the BenQ AH500ST?
A: Golf Mode is a pre-calibrated picture setting on the BenQ AH500ST that enhances the colors commonly found on golf courses, like the greens of fairways and the blues of water and sky, making the simulated environment look more vivid and realistic.
Shipping Information:
Most BenQ products ships in 3-7 business days over the standard processing time.
