4K Laser in a Short Throw Format
The AK700ST brings 4K UHD resolution and BenQ's BlueCore laser technology to a short throw installation. A sharply detailed, high-brightness image in minimal room depth — ideal for dedicated simulation spaces.
IP5X Sealed for Years of Use
BenQ's laser engine is IP5X-rated against dust with a 20,000-hour lifespan. No bulbs, no colour wheel, no maintenance interruptions — consistent, high-quality projection from the first session to the last.
Key Features
- 4K UHD Resolution — 3840×2160 delivers 8.3 million pixels for ultra-detailed course visuals and immersive gameplay
- 4,000 ANSI Lumens — Bright, vivid projection works in any simulator room lighting condition
- Short Throw Optics — 0.69–0.83 ratio means setup close to the screen with zero shadow interference
- Laser Light Source — IP5X dust-sealed engine rated for 20,000+ hours of maintenance-free operation
- Superior Contrast — 3,000,000:1 ratio with 30-bit color (1.07 billion colors) for lifelike greens and sky
- Smart Setup — Auto Screen Fit, Quick Focus, and 3D keystone (±30° all axes) get you playing in minutes
- Flexible Aspect Ratios — Supports 4:3, 16:9, and 16:10 formats for any simulator software configuration
Technical Specifications
| Resolution | 4K UHD (3840×2160) |
| Brightness | 4,000 ANSI lumens |
| Contrast Ratio | 3,000,000:1 |
| Throw Ratio | 0.69–0.83 |
| Zoom | 1.2x |
| Light Source | Laser |
| Laser Lifespan | 20,000 hours |
| Dust Protection | IP5X rated |
What's In The Box
- BenQ AK700ST 4K Laser Projector
- Remote Control with Batteries
- Power Cable
- Quick Start Guide & User Manual
Compatibility
- Multi-Software Support — compatible with GSPro, E6 Connect, TGC 2019, Trackman, and Foresight FSX platforms
- 4K Laser Projection — ultra-sharp 4K resolution with laser light source for vibrant, lifelike imagery
- HDMI Connectivity — direct HDMI input for seamless connection to PC-based simulator setups
- PC Compatible — works with all major simulator PC configurations and launch monitors
- Professional-Grade Performance — trusted by golf simulator enthusiasts and facilities worldwide
Is This Right For You?
Running an ultra-widescreen or curved impact screen where pixel density matters most. 4K UHD (3840×2160) resolution keeps course textures, ball flight, and fine detail sharp even on larger throws.
Great fit ✓Building in a garage, basement, or office with limited depth. A 0.69–0.83 short-throw ratio lets the AK700ST fill a large screen from just a few feet back, so the projector sits close to the impact screen and out of your swing path.
Great fit ✓Running bays that stay on for hours a day, every day. The IP5X-sealed laser engine keeps dust out of the optical path and is rated for roughly 20,000 hours — years of daily commercial use before the light source needs attention.
Great fit ✓Just testing the waters with sim golf on a tight budget. A 4K laser engine with dedicated Golf Mode carries a higher price than a standard lamp-based 1080p projector, and most golf simulator software won't render true 4K detail anyway — a lamp projector gets you playing for less.
Not ideal ✗Wanting to break the setup down and store it between sessions. Short-throw laser optics are tuned and calibrated for a fixed mounting position — this is a install-once, leave-it product, not a pack-away one.
Not ideal ✗Room Size Guide
The AK700ST's 0.69–0.83 short-throw ratio and 1.2x zoom give you flexibility on placement, but room depth and ceiling height still drive image size and swing clearance. As a general guide:
- Minimum depth: roughly 4.3m (14 ft) from hitting mat to impact screen to safely accommodate driver swings and launch monitor placement.
- Ceiling height: at least 3m (10 ft) is recommended for a full, comfortable driver swing without clipping the ceiling.
- Width: aim for 3.5–4.3m (11.5–14 ft) to leave clearance around a standard 3m (10 ft) wide impact screen.
- Mounting: mount above and slightly behind the hitting position, angled down toward the screen, so the projector housing stays clear of the swing path and doesn't cast a shadow on the image.
Exact throw distance and image size depend on your screen dimensions and mount position — call +1 (424) 600 9901 and our team will help size the placement for your specific room before you buy.