BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector
- Price: $329.00
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The SVGA resolution BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector is a powerful, versatile projector that displays beautiful, vivid pictures thanks to its Texas Instruments DLP imaging panel. DLP panels not only make vibrant, crystal clear images but they don't require filters that have to be periodically cleaned and changed.
With 2500 ANSI lumens at a crisp 4000:1 contrast ratio, those images will be vivid and detailed and even if you can't achieve theater-level darkness in your projection venue. The MS500 also has four picture modes specialized for brightly lit rooms, presentations, viewing photos and watching movies plus two "user" modes that allow you to save your own picture preferences. It's 3D ready as well when used with a 3D equipped computer and compatible shutter glasses. Just imagine adding this immersive element to your presentations.
But the MS500 can do a lot more than make beautiful pictures. Weighing in at only 5.5 lb. (2.5kg), there's a good chance it may do some traveling and it won't have to be limited to domestic flights. It's got an international auto switching 100-240 V 50/60 Hz power supply that draws only 297W which drops to less than 1W in standby mode. The MS500 can also project video in the NTSC, PAL and SECAM international video standards.
And speaking of international, its onscreen display (OSD) offers your choice of 28 languages. The MS500 can handle 720p, 1080i and 1080p high definition projection and it's also compatible with most Macintosh and PC resolution sync rates. It can display any of the four standard closed captioning channels from programming sources that provide them.
The MS500's extensive connectivity includes a USB, component and S-video as well as a PC in and monitor out. With all of those possible inputs you may find that you have multiple sources plugged into your MS500 at the same time. Activating Quick Auto Search will automatically switch to the one that's got the live signal.
For price, functionality and power in a lightweight package, the MS500 is hard to beat.
- Long Lamp Life
- Enjoy a lamp life performance of up to 6000 hours - twice the lamp life expectancy of average projector lamps on the market. This certainly lowers the number of lamp changes and keeps all maintenance to a minimum
- Reliable Picture Quality with True-to-Life Color Performance
- BenQ projectors that use DLP technology are virtually immune to color decay - the yellow/green tint that some projector images develop over extended periods of usage. This is one technological advantage that you'll get to enjoy - year after year
- Filter-Free Design
- BenQ DLP projectors feature a filter-free design which could reduce the need for filter cleaning and filter replacement. This reduces the labor as well as the budget for filter maintenance and replacement
- 2500 ANSI Lumens
- A 2500 ANSI lumens projection lamp ensures great viewing even in a location with low ambient light. The MS500 is ideal for a small-sized meeting room with under 25 people
- Sharpen Up with High Contrast Ratios
- The MS500 boasts a high contrast ratio with 4000:1. High contract ratios translate to razor-sharp detail definition and a broader range of subtle color differences, which makes text sharper, cleaner, and easier to read
- Go 3D with DLP Link
- MS500 is equipped with 3D projection technology to bring you the same amazing 3D effects you get in 3D movies. Offered for no added cost, the 3D feature on 3D-ready BenQ projectors gives your audience an immersive real-life experience. All you have to do is add the 3D glasses, content and video card along with the MS500
- Keystone Adjustment
- With up to ±40° keystone adjustment, a perfect square is all you'll see. So go ahead and say goodbye to misshaped images, graphics, and charts
- Built-in Speaker
- With a built-in 2W speaker for the MS500, not only do you get the vivid visual performance, you get the same audio satisfaction, too
| Image Display | |
|---|---|
| Projector Display System | DLP Technology by Texas Instruments |
| Native Resolution | SVGA (800 x 600) |
| Number of Pixels | 480,000 |
| Lumens Brightness | 2500 ANSI Lumens |
| Contrast Ratio | 4000:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | Native 4:3 (5 Aspect Ratio Selectable) |
| System | NTSC, PAL, SECAM |
| HDTV Compatibility | 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p |
| 3D | PC: 120Hz Frame Sequential 3D for Resolutions up to WXGA |
| Lens System | |
|---|---|
| Lens | F=2.56-2.8, f=21-23.1mm |
| Zoom/Focus | Manual Zoom, 1.10:1 |
| Lens Offset | 110% ± 5° |
| Recommended Projection Size | 24-300" (0.6-7.62 m) |
| Frequency | Horizontal Frequency: 31K-99KHz |
| Computer Compatibility | VGA (640 x 480) to UXGA (1600 x 1200) |
| Scan Rate | 48-120Hz |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Keystone Correction | 1D, Vertical ± 40° |
| Picture Modes | Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/Cinema/User 1/User 2 |
| Ceiling Mountable | Yes |
| Rear Screen Projection | Yes |
| Projection Tilt Option | Yes |
| Built-in Speaker | 2W |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Inputs/Outputs |
Computer In (D-sub 15-pin) (Shared with Component) x 2 Monitor Out (D-sub 15-pin) x 1 Composite Video In (RCA) x 1 S-Video In (Mini DIN 4-pin) x 1 Audio In (Mini Jack) x 1 Audio Out (Mini Jack) x 1 Speaker 2W x 1 USB (Type Mini B) (Download & Page Up/Down) x 1 RS-232 (DB-9-pin) x 1 |
| General | |
|---|---|
| OSD Language | English/French/German/Italian/Spanish/Russian/Traditional Chinese/Simplified Chinese/Japanese/Korean/Swedish/Dutch/Turkish/Czech/Portuguese/Thai/Polish/Hungarian/Croatian/Romanian/Norwegian/Danish/Bulgarian/Finnish/Indonesian/Greek/Hindi/Arabic (28 Languages) |
| Lamp (Bulb) |
220W Lamp Life: 4500 Hours in Normal Mode, 6000 Hours in Eco Mode |
| Fan Noise | 33/27 dBA (Normal/Eco Mode) |
| Remote Control | IR Wireless |
| Power Requirements | AC 100-240 V, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 297W, Standby <1W |
| Dimensions | 11.3 x 3.9 x 9.1" (287 x 100 x 232mm) |
| Weight | 5.5 lb. (2.5kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (7)
- Easy to set up (5)
- Great picture quality (4)
- Clear display (3)
- Reliable (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Presentations (5)
- Movies (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Budget shopper (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (5), Business (4)
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Pros
- Clear Display
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Limited resolution
Best Uses
- Presentations
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
A good price/resolution compromise for slide shows and presentations. Bought it just for that (Toastmasters club) and we haven't tried projecting a movie.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Bright
- Clear Display
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Church
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
I bought this projector to use in our Children's Church area. The old projector had gotten where you could only see if it you turned the light off. I know it needed a new lamp, but this new BenQ was just a little more expensive than the cost of a new lamp for the old projector.
Once we put up this BenQ, I was amazed. The colors looked great. It is very bright. Even with the lights on fully, it is very easy to see the picture.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Clear Display
- Easy To Use
- Quality Construction
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Classroom
- Instruction
- Presentations
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
I use this for my classroom and really like it. Good projector -- great clarity.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Great picture quality
- Reliable Performance
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Casual User
- High-Definition TV
- Movies
- Presentations
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
Great for our small church
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Great picture quality
- Reliable Performance
- Small Footprint
Cons
Best Uses
- Movies
- TV
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
This projector is awesome. I use it for watching movies in my home. There are so many options to choose from regarding the size and colors for the screen definitely worth every penny.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Other
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Great picture quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Movies
- Presentations
- TV
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
a great projector for a great price . use in theater room. the projector shows a good quality picture and it is a breeze to Isetup.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Great picture quality
- Reliable Performance
Cons
Best Uses
- Business User
- Graphics Enthusiast
- Movies
- Presentations
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
LOVE my MS500 BenQ projector!!!!! I used if for my slide show for a wedding @ an outside day/night reception. The pic was FANTASTIC~~~~ even in the DAYLIGHT. Being able to hook up more than 1 computer @ a time also made my DJing easy!!! With just 1 click~~~~ we could go from the slide show to Karaoke~~~~~ THANKS for such a FAB product!!!
Sincerely,
Butter Bartek
Katy, Texas
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Other
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- Small Footprint
Cons
Best Uses
- Business User
- Casual User
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
i am an artist and got this projector for general use in my studio, watch movies and sports games. For a tight budget this thing is great. It is bright in all lighting situations projects big and image reads crisp and clear. Yet the resolution is not fantastic but for general use at home and studio this is just fine. Would not use this projector for gallery/public display of video because of lower resolution quality. 5 stars for general studio tool.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about BenQ MS500 3D Ready DLP Projector:
The projector has done what I wanted it to do, but because the instructions were difficult to follow, I had to figure out how to operate it on my own. I have a mac, and had to buy an adaptor, even though it was advertised as being Mac Ready.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Displaying reviews 1-9
Screens
- Price: $60.99
Mounts
- Price: $44.00
Cables & Cable Management
- Price: $7.99
Wireless Adaptors
- Price: $389.00
What's in the Box
- Remote Control w/ Batteries
- Power Cord
- User Manual CD
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
- VGA (D-sub 15-pin) Cable
- 1-Year Warranty; 180-Day or 500-Hour Lamp Warranty
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