BenQ · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA

BenQ DS550

1,200lumens
800×600native
1.64–2.13throw ratio
2.3 kgweight

The BenQ DS550 is a 0.70" DLP x 1 projector rated at 1,200 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 150w nsh bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.64–2.13:1. Released May 2002.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SVGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.64–2.13:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.3–4.3 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.9–6.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m6.6–8.5 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m8.2–10.6 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m9.8–12.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m13.1–17.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m16.4–21.3 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m19.7–25.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m24.6–31.9 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m32.8–42.6 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m41.0–53.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m49.2–63.9 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

Maximum image size for projection mapping

Largest image that keeps a 10:1 contrast against ambient light on a light, matte surface (80% optical efficiency). See how this is calculated.

Ambient lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)107 m²11.9 × 8.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)21 m²5.3 × 4.0 m
Lit city square (15 lux)7 m²3.1 × 2.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)4 m²2.2 × 1.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.7 × 1.3 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (SVGA)
Brightness1,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack Audio In: RCA Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast450:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.70" DLP x 1
FeaturesLaser Pointer FCC B
Image Size23.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.3x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model60.J1720.001 Buy 60.J1720.001 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source150W NSH bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$1,395 (USD)
Power250 Watts 110V - 220V
Projector Size2.40" x 7.80" x 9.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2002
Resolution800x600
StatusDiscontinued
Throw Distance3.3' - 32.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.64:1 - 2.13:1 (D:W)
Video ModesNo
Warranty3 Years
Weight5.0 lbs

Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.

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