Throw distance for simulator screens
Simulator screens are usually 4:3 or square, while most projectors are 16:9 or 16:10. To fill a squarer screen, the projector's full frame is set so its height matches the screen height; the extra width is masked in software. That means the throw distance depends on the projector's native frame width, not the screen width.
| Screen | Full 16:10 frame width | Lens-to-screen distance |
|---|---|---|
| 10.5 × 8 ft (4:3) | 12.6 ft | Throw ratio not published |
| 12 × 9 ft (4:3) | 14.4 ft | Throw ratio not published |
| 8 × 8 ft (1:1) | 12.8 ft | Throw ratio not published |
| 12 × 7.5 ft (16:10) | 12.0 ft | Throw ratio not published |
| 14 × 7.9 ft (16:9) | 14.0 ft | Throw ratio not published |
How bright will it look?
Brightness on the screen is what the golfer sees. We convert the rated lumens into foot-lamberts (fL) for each screen, counting only the share of the frame that lands on the screen, and assuming a screen gain of 1.0. Real results are lower in eco modes and as the light source ages.
| Screen | Frame on screen | Brightness | What that means |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.5 × 8 ft (4:3) | 83% | 55 fL | bright enough to tolerate some ambient light |
| 12 × 9 ft (4:3) | 83% | 42 fL | good in a dim room |
| 8 × 8 ft (1:1) | 62% | 54 fL | bright enough to tolerate some ambient light |
| 12 × 7.5 ft (16:10) | 100% | 61 fL | bright enough to tolerate some ambient light |
| 14 × 7.9 ft (16:9) | 90% | 45 fL | good in a dim room |
Resolution and aspect ratio on a sim screen
The seller lists WUXGA (1920 × 1200) with a native 16:10 frame. On a squarer screen part of the frame is unused, so the effective resolution drops.
| Screen | Pixels on the screen | Share of native frame |
|---|---|---|
| 10.5 × 8 ft (4:3) | 1,600 × 1,200 | 83% |
| 12 × 9 ft (4:3) | 1,600 × 1,200 | 83% |
| 8 × 8 ft (1:1) | 1,200 × 1,200 | 62% |
| 12 × 7.5 ft (16:10) | 1,920 × 1,200 | 100% |
| 14 × 7.9 ft (16:9) | 1,920 × 1,080 | 90% |
Light source and running
A laser light source needs no lamp changes and holds brightness more evenly over its life.
| Ownership figure | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated light-source life | 20,000 h |
| At 2 hours a day | about 27 years |
| At 4 hours a day (heavy use) | about 14 years |
Fit check: BenQ LU935ST
Planning checks from the published specification and our screen calculations.
- ✓MountingMount sold separately. Short-throw models usually ceiling-mount just in front of the golfer so the swing does not cast a shadow; floor enclosures are an alternative. See projector mounts.
- ✓Throw distanceThrow ratio not published — confirm with the seller.
- ?Screen shapeNative 16:10; on a 4:3 screen 83% of the frame is used.
- ?Image alignmentlens shift: Vertical and horizontal ; keystone: 2D keystone and corner fit
- iCablingPlan an HDMI run from the PC or phone/tablet to the projector; long runs may need an active or fibre HDMI cable.
Specifications
Each figure is labelled with where it comes from. Numbered references link to the source list below.
Published specifications
| Brightness | 5,500 ANSI lumens[S1] | Retailer listing |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | WUXGA (1920 × 1200)[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Display technology | DLP[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Light source | Laser[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Light-source life | Up to 20,000 hours[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Throw ratio | Short throw (ratio not published in the listing)[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Lens shift | Vertical and horizontal[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Keystone | 2D keystone and corner fit[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Image size range | Up to about 6.5 m (21 ft) wide[S1] | Retailer listing |
| Dust protection | IP5X sealed laser engine[S1] | Retailer listing |
FOREference calculations
| Brightness on that screen | 55 fL | FOREference calculation |
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Limitations to weigh
- Throw ratio not published in the listing we used.
- Mount, cables and screen are not included.
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Where to buy
3 specialist sellers list this exact product. Prices were observed on 30 Sep 2026; confirm the current price, stock and included items before ordering.
| Seller | Listed price | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shop Indoor Golf | $3,999.99 | Specialist retailer |
| Golf Bays | $3,999 | Specialist retailer |
| Golf Simulators Direct | $3,999 | Specialist retailer |
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Questions buyers ask
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Sources and verification
- Golf Bays — BenQ LU935ST Golf Simulator Projector — product page and specifications Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
- Shop Indoor Golf — BenQ LU935ST Golf Simulator Projector — product page Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
- Golf Simulators Direct — BenQ LU935ST WUXGA 5500 ANSI Lumens Short Throw Laser Golf Simulator Projector — product page Retrieved 30 Sep 2026
FOREference has not tested this product hands-on. This reference is compiled from the sources above; our calculations are labelled and show their working. Last verified 30 Sep 2026. How we work