BenQ AH500ST – Short Throw Laser Projector for Golf Simulation
The BenQ AH500ST projector delivers an exceptional indoor golf simulation experience, projecting images up to 200 inches from a short distance. Designed for golf simulators, gaming, and home entertainment, it ensures a bright, immersive, and shadow-free view that enhances realism and gameplay. With intuitive setup options, wireless connectivity, and BenQ’s signature Golf Mode, the AH500ST is the perfect balance of performance, convenience, and durability.
Golf Simulation Without the Hassle
The AH500ST is BenQ’s entry-level projector for golf simulation in compact spaces. Experience vibrant colors, optimized focal length, and smooth installation features that make setup simple—even for first-time users.
Easy Installation for Beginners
To eliminate common alignment and ratio issues, the AH500ST integrates key setup functions into a dedicated remote control hotkey. Adjust screen ratios, focus, and alignment effortlessly without repeated manual calibration.
Screen Fill
BenQ’s exclusive Screen Fill feature automatically adjusts the image to match native aspect ratios—1:1, 4:3, 16:9, or 16:10—ensuring the screen is perfectly filled with zero distortion.
Quick Focus
Simply press the Focus button on the remote control and make minor manual adjustments for instant clarity and precision.
Ready for Wireless Projection
With an optional wireless dongle, the AH500ST supports Wi-Fi projection from mobile devices, enabling seamless wireless connectivity for a clutter-free setup.
Short Throw Lens Designed for Golf Simulators
The AH500ST’s 0.5:1 short throw ratio enables you to swing freely without shadows or risk of equipment damage, making it perfect for golf simulators in tight or low-ceiling environments.
Bring the Course Home
Featuring advanced laser projection technology and BenQ’s expert color calibration, the AH500ST faithfully reproduces golf course colors, providing lifelike visuals and a true-to-course experience.
Perfect for Any Lighting
With 4000 lumens of brightness and a high contrast ratio, this projector delivers vibrant, detailed images in both bright and dim environments—ideal for multipurpose golf rooms and entertainment spaces.
True-to-Life Golf Colors
Experience ultra-realistic color accuracy with BenQ’s exclusive Golf Mode, optimized for various course environments to deliver lifelike greens, fairways, and sand textures. This mode ensures stunning realism and immersion for golfers of all levels.
Tough Enough for Any Garage
The IP5X dustproof sealed engine ensures reliable performance in temperatures from 32°F to 104°F, reducing maintenance by eliminating the need for filter replacements—perfect for garage or basement setups.
Durable Laser Technology
Built to last, the laser light source provides up to 20,000 hours of life in Normal Mode and 38,000 hours in Eco Mode, minimizing long-term maintenance costs.
All Specifications
| Category |
Details |
| Brightness |
4000 ANSI lumens |
| Resolution |
1080P (1920x1080) |
| Aspect Ratio |
16:9 (native) |
| Contrast Ratio |
3,000,000:1 |
| Display Color |
30-bit (1.07 billion colors) |
| Light Source |
Laser (20,000 hrs Normal / 38,000 hrs Eco) |
| Throw Ratio |
0.499 |
| Keystone Adjustment |
2D, ±30° Vertical / ±30° Horizontal |
| Input Lag |
16.7 ms (1080P 60Hz) / 8.3 ms (1080P 120Hz) |
| Brightness Modes |
3D, Cinema, Game, Golf, HDR10, HLG, sRGB, User 1, User 2 |
| Rec. 709 Coverage |
83% |
| Ports |
HDMI (2x), LAN (1x), USB Type-A (2x), RS-232 (1x), Audio Out (3.5mm) |
| Speaker |
10W built-in |
| Operating Temperature |
32°F–104°F (0°C–40°C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) |
320 x 130.6 x 255 mm |
| Weight |
5.1 kg / 11.2 lbs |
Accessories Included
- Remote control with battery (RCE018)
- Power cord (by region)
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty card
- Lens cover
- Optional wireless USB dongle (5201BS)
The BenQ AH500ST is designed to elevate your indoor golf simulation and entertainment experience—offering unmatched realism, reliability, and ease of use for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
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