BenQ AH500ST 4000-Lumen Short Throw 1080P Laser Golf Simulator Projector

The BenQ AH500ST is a purpose-built short throw laser projector engineered for immersive indoor golf simulator installations and compact simulator spaces. With a powerful 4000 ANSI lumen laser light source and a 0.5 throw ratio, it can fill large impact screens — such as 8 × 10 ft — from close distances, making it ideal for garages, basements, small studios, and multipurpose rooms where traditional projectors can’t be placed safely out of the swing path.

BenQ’s exclusive Screen Fill technology automatically adjusts to common golf simulator screen aspect ratios (1:1, 4:3, 16:9, 16:10), helping ensure the image fills the screen accurately without distortion. A dedicated Golf Mode enhances colour accuracy and contrast to better replicate golf course visuals and terrain nuance, contributing to a more lifelike simulator experience.

Built for durability and low maintenance, the AH500ST features a dust-resistant sealed optical engine and long-life laser illumination, delivering consistent brightness and colour performance with minimal upkeep. Whether you’re tracking ball flight, analysing swing mechanics, or enjoying simulator software, this projector combines robust image quality with installation flexibility for dedicated golf sim environments.

• Automatic Screen Adjustment (Screen Fill Technology)
  Automatically detects and adapts to common golf impact screen aspect ratios, including 16:9, 16:10, 4:3, and 1:1, ensuring the projected image fills the screen correctly without manual resizing or distortion.
  
• Short throw design optimised for simulator safety
  A 0.499 throw ratio allows the projector to be mounted close to the screen and safely behind the hitting area, minimising shadows and reducing the risk of club contact in enclosed simulator spaces.
  
• Quick focus adjustment via remote control
  Dedicated focus control on the remote allows fast, precise image sharpening without needing to physically access the projector after installation.
  
• High-brightness laser projection for all lighting conditions
  Produces up to 4000 lumens of brightness, delivering clear, vibrant visuals in garages, studios, and rooms with ambient light.
  
• Dedicated Golf Mode for realistic course visuals
  Specially tuned colour mode enhances greens, fairways, and terrain detail to create a more natural and immersive golf simulation experience.
  
• Large-format projection capability
  Supports screen sizes up to 200 inches, making it suitable for full-size impact screens without requiring projector repositioning.
  
• Laser light source with long operational life
  Delivers consistent brightness and colour performance for up to 20,000 hours, eliminating lamp replacements and reducing long-term maintenance.
  
• Dust-resistant sealed optical engine
  IP5X-rated sealed design helps protect internal components from dust ingress, improving reliability and performance in garage and simulator environments.
  
• Wireless projection ready
  Optional wireless dongle support enables cable-free projection from compatible devices, simplifying installation and system layout.
  
• Designed for continuous simulator use
  Built to operate reliably across a wide temperature range, making it suitable for dedicated home, studio, or commercial golf simulator installations.

• BenQ AH500ST
• Remote Control With Batteries
• Power Cord
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty Card
• Lens Cover

Display

• Projection System : DLP
• Brightness : 4000 ANSI lumens
• Native Resolution : 1080p (1920 × 1080)
• Native Aspect Ratio : 16:9
• Selectable Aspect Ratios : 16:9, 16:10, 4:3, 1:1
• Contrast Ratio : 3,000,000:1 (FOFO)
• Display Colour : 30-bit (1.07 billion colours)

Light Source

• Light Source Type : Laser
• Light Source Life (Normal) : Up to 20,000 hours
• Light Source Life (Eco) : Up to 38,000 hours

Optical

• Throw Ratio : 0.499
• Zoom : Fixed
• Lens : F/2.8, f = 7.46 mm
• Projection Offset : 112% (full height)
• Keystone Correction :
• Vertical ±30°
• Horizontal ±30°

Picture & Colour

• Rec.709 Coverage : 83%
• Picture Modes : 3D, Cinema, Game, Golf, HDR10, HLG, sRGB, User 1, User 2

Input Lag & Compatibility

• Input Lag :
• 16.7 ms (1080p @ 60Hz)
• 8.3 ms (1080p @ 120Hz)
• Supported Resolutions : VGA (640 × 480) to 4K UHD (3840 × 2160)
• Horizontal Frequency : 15–102 kHz
• Vertical Scan Rate : 23–120 Hz

Connectivity

• HDMI Inputs :
• HDMI 1 (2.0a / HDCP 2.2)
• HDMI 2 (2.0a / HDCP 2.2)
• LAN : RJ45 (x1)
• USB :
• USB Type-A (x1)
• USB Type-A (2.0, wireless dongle support)
• USB Mini-B (service)
• Control : RS-232 (DB-9)

Audio

• Built-in Speaker : 10W (x1)
• Audio Output : 3.5 mm mini jack

Power & Environment

• Power Supply : AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz
• Power Consumption : 250W @ 110V
• Standby Power Consumption : <0.5W
• Network Standby Consumption : <2W
• Operating Temperature : 0°C – 40°C
• Acoustic Noise : 35 dB (Normal) / 32 dB (Eco)

Dimensions & Weight

• Dimensions (W × H × D) : 320.0 × 130.6 × 255 mm
• Weight : 5.1 kg

Accessories

• Remote Control with Battery
• Power Cord (3.0 m, region specific)
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty Card
• Lens Cover
• Optional Wireless USB Dongle

User Manual: BenQ AH500ST User Manual