BenQ AH30ST

MSRP$1,499

BenQ AH30ST black short-throw projector, front three-quarter view with a Golf Simulator Projector badge on top

Brand	BenQ · Golf Simulator
Type	Installation
Released	August 2025
Resolution	1080p
Imaging technology	DLP
Light source type	LED
ANSI lumens	3,000 lm
Throw ratio	0.69–0.83:1
Input lag (rated)	1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 16.7 ms

A single-chip DLP short-throw golf simulator projector with a 4LED light source, a rated 3,000 ANSI lumens and 1080p resolution. It has a 102.5% projection offset, two HDMI 1.4a inputs, a 10W speaker, and a Golf picture mode, and it suits low-ceiling golf bays that also serve for movies and games.

Data sheet

Picture

Imaging technology	DLP
Technology brand	DLP
Number of imaging devices	1
Native aspect ratio	16:9
Native resolution	1920 × 1080
Dynamic contrast	20,000:1
Rec.709 gamut	95%
Gamut metric	Coverage
Colour temperature presets	Native, Custom
Gamma / EOTF presets	2.2, 2.4, 2.6
Bit depth / 'number of colours'	30 bit
Colour management system	6-axis
Picture mode memories	2
Input lag (rated)	1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 16.7 ms
3D support	Yes
3D formats	Top-bottom, Frame sequential, Frame packing, Side-by-side

Optics

Throw ratio	0.69–0.83:1
Throw reference point	Lens
Projection distance table	60″: 0.92–1.1 m · 70″: 1.07–1.29 m · 80″: 1.22–1.47 m · 90″: 1.38–1.65 m · 100″: 1.53–1.84 m · 110″: 1.68–2.02 m · 120″: 1.83–2.21 m · 130″: 1.99–2.39 m · 140″: 2.14–2.57 m · 150″: 2.29–2.76 m · 160″: 2.44–2.94 m · 170″: 2.6–3.12 m · 180″: 2.75–3.31 m · 190″: 2.9–3.49 m · 200″: 3.06–3.68 m
Zoom type	Optical
Zoom ratio	1.2×
Focus	Manual
Vertical lens shift	0%
Horizontal lens shift	0%
Fixed offset	103%
Focal length	10.2–12.24 mm
F-number	2.6–2.78
Vertical keystone	-30–30°
Horizontal keystone	-30–30°
Corner / warp correction	4pt

Light source

Light source type	LED
Light source detail	4LED
Light source life	Normal: 20,000 h · Eco: 30,000 h
Cool-down time	2 s
ANSI lumens	3,000 lm ANSI	ANSI

Audio

Speaker power	10 W
Speaker count	1
Audio channels	Mono
Audio outputs	3.5 mm

Inputs, control & connectivity

Max input signal	1920 × 1200
HDMI port count	2
HDMI ports (feature-level)	HDMI-1: HDMI 1.4a, HDCP 1.4; HDMI-2: HDMI 1.4a, HDCP 1.4
Horizontal scan frequency	15–135 kHz
Vertical scan frequency	23–120 Hz
RS-232	Yes
Auto keystone	Yes

Environment & power

Operating temperature	0–40°C
Operating humidity	10–90%RH
Altitude / high-altitude mode	3,000 m
High-altitude mode	Yes
Operating orientations	Table, Ceiling, Rear
Rated voltage	100–240 V
Rated frequency	50–60 Hz
Power consumption (max)	320 W
Power consumption by mode	Typical: 237 W
Standby power	0.5 W
Fan noise (sound pressure)	Typical: 32 dB(A) · Eco: 28 dB(A)

Physical & installation

Width	304 mm
Depth	221 mm
Height	107 mm
Weight	2.65 kg
Mount hole pattern	Screw: M4 x 8 mm
Air filter	None

Support & ownership

Warranty	🇺🇸 US 3 yr
User manual	https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20CONSUMER/UserManual/AH30ST/AH30ST_UM_EN_250702090900.pdf
Photobiological risk group	RG2

In the box

Box contents	Remote control with batteries, Power cord, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Lens cover
Remote type	IR

Tools

Throw calculator — How far from the screen the AH30ST needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 0.69–0.83:1 lens.
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