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BenQ LW500

exact LW500 UK manufacturer catalogue configuration

Projected resolution
WXGA (1280x800)
Projection technology
DLP
Light source
LED

BenQ LW500 in its exact UK manufacturer catalogue configuration. Compare the declared projected image, actual light-source and brightness basis, optical placement and source-listed inputs together.

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THE ACTUAL PRODUCT
BenQ LW500 — exact-model official product image.
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Before you buy

Manufacturer image and brightness claims are not an independent picture-quality test. Physical imager pixels, input limits, measurement methods, bundled TV devices and regional accessories need their own stated source scope; no overall winner or current stock is established.

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Every specification. With its source.

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Exact configuration: LW500 · exact LW500 UK manufacturer catalogue configuration

40 specifications in 7 groups. Values are manufacturer specifications unless a row says “Measured result” or “Calculated from cited specifications”. 6 rows repeat listed facts in the manufacturer’s own wording, kept under “Manufacturer wording”.

Projection & image

9 items
Projected resolution
WXGA (1280x800)

Source label Resolution. This is the manufacturer display/projected-image claim; it does not independently establish the physical DMD/imager pixel grid. Accepted signal resolution remains separate.

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Projection technology
DLPSource
Physical imager pixel grid
Not listed by the manufacturer

A physical imager pixel grid is not separately established by these supplied sources. The declared display/projected resolution and chip diagonal do not fill this field.

Source
Native Aspect Ratio
16:10

Manufacturer section Display. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Contrast Ratio (FOFO)
20,000:1

Manufacturer section Display. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Display Color
30-bit (1.07 billion colors)

Manufacturer section Display. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Rec. 709 Coverage
98%

Manufacturer section Picture. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Picture Modes
3D, Bright, Presentation, Spreadsheet, sRGB, User 1, User 2, Video

Manufacturer section Picture. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Projection System
DLP

Manufacturer section Projection System. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Manufacturer wording (1)

The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.

Resolution
WXGA (1280x800)

Manufacturer section Display. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Light source & brightness

5 items
Light source
LEDSource
Published ANSI brightness
2000 ANSI lm

Actual source field Brightness (ANSI lumens): 2000. Manufacturer measurement/mode qualifications remain in the full specifications; no cross-method conversion.

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Brightness (ANSI lumens)
2000

Manufacturer section Display. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Light Source
LED

Manufacturer section Display. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Light Source Life
a. Normal 20000 hrs, b. ECO 30000 hrs, c. SmartEco 20000 hrs

Manufacturer section Display. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

Source
Manufacturer wording (1)

The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.

Brightness
2000 ANSI lumens

Manufacturer claim. Actual published method: ANSI lumens. Centre brightness, dynamic contrast and other lumen methods remain separate; no conversion or measured performance is asserted. Manufacturer section Display. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected. Source field: Brightness (ANSI lumens).

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Lens, placement & image size

7 items
Minimum optical throw ratio
1.55

Exact manufacturer optical throw row: 1.55-1.7. Applies to the listed lens/configuration; digital zoom, keystone and throw distance remain separate.

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Maximum optical throw ratio
1.7

Exact manufacturer optical throw row: 1.55-1.7. Applies to the listed lens/configuration; digital zoom, keystone and throw distance remain separate.

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Zoom Ratio
1.1x

Manufacturer section Optical. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Projection Offset (Full-Height)
100%

Manufacturer section Optical. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Keystone Adjustment
1D, (Auto) Vertical ± 30 degrees

Manufacturer section Optical. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Universal Ceiling Mount
(Optional)

Manufacturer section Accessories. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Wall Mount
(Optional)

Manufacturer section Accessories. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Manufacturer wording (2)

The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.

Throw ratio
1.55-1.7Source
Throw Ratio
1.55-1.7

Manufacturer section Optical. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Connections & accepted signals

7 items
Connections
HDMI-1 (1.4b/HDCP1.4), HDMI-2 (1.4a/HDCP1.4) (HDMI in); (x1), USB Type A-1 (2.0/Power Supply1.5A/Service) (USB Type A); 1 × RS232 in (DB-9pin); 1 × Audio out (3.5mm Mini Jack)

Source-listed physical inputs, outputs and controls. Service USB, power outputs, connector versions and eARC claims retain their separate scopes; no full-bandwidth or compatibility guarantee inferred. Manufacturer section I/O Interface. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected. Source field: HDMI in. Manufacturer section I/O Interface. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected. Source field: USB Type A. Manufacturer section I/O Interface. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected. Source field: RS232 in (DB-9pin). Manufacturer section Audio. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected. Source field: Audio out (3.5mm Mini Jack).

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Input Lag
33.4 ms (1080p@60Hz)

Manufacturer section Compatibility. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Horizontal Frequency
15K~135KHz

Manufacturer section Compatibility. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Vertical Scan Rate
23~120Hz

Manufacturer section Compatibility. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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HDMI in
HDMI-1 (1.4b/HDCP1.4), HDMI-2 (1.4a/HDCP1.4)

Manufacturer section I/O Interface. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

Source
USB Type A
(x1), USB Type A-1 (2.0/Power Supply1.5A/Service)

Manufacturer section I/O Interface. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

Source
RS232 in (DB-9pin)
(x1)

Manufacturer section I/O Interface. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

Source
Manufacturer wording (1)

The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.

Audio out (3.5mm Mini Jack)
(x1)

Manufacturer section Audio. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Software, audio & accessories

3 items
Speaker
2W

Manufacturer section Audio. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Quick Start Guide
(x1) 21L

Manufacturer section Accessories. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Warranty Card (by region)
Yes

Manufacturer section Accessories. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Size & weight

5 items
Weight
2300 g

Manufacturer Net Weight (kg): 2.3. Kilograms normalized to grams; packaging/gross mass and separately listed accessories are not substituted.

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Dimensions (WxHxD) (mm)
296*119.6*229

Manufacturer section Dimension & Weight. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Net Weight (kg)
2.3

Manufacturer section Dimension & Weight. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Dimensions (WxHXD) (inch)
11.7*4.7*9.02

Manufacturer section Dimension & Weight. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Net Weight (lb)
5.07

Manufacturer section Dimension & Weight. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

Source
Manufacturer wording (1)

The same facts in the manufacturer’s combined or original wording, each with its source.

Dimensions
296*119.6*229 mm

Manufacturer axes, original measurement units and foot/handle/configuration basis remain literal. Packaging dimensions are separate. Manufacturer section Dimension & Weight. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected. Source field: Dimensions (WxHxD) (mm).

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Power, noise & operating conditions

4 items
Operating Temperature
0~40℃

Manufacturer section Environment. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Power Supply
AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

Manufacturer section Environment. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Typical Power Consumption (110V)
165W

Manufacturer section Environment. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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Remote Control w/ Battery
RCE016

Manufacturer section Accessories. Original units, optical/digital basis, input modes, test qualifications and regional accessory scope retained. No apparent source error is silently corrected.

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