BenQ · 3,000–4,999 lumens · SVGA

BenQ MS536

4,000lumens
800×600native
1.97–2.36throw ratio
2.9 kgweight

The BenQ MS536 is a 0.55" DLP x 1 projector rated at 4,000 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 210w metal halide bulb light source rated for 5,500 hours / 20,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.97–2.36:1. Released January 2021.

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
1.97–2.36:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.9–4.7 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.9–7.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.9–9.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.8–11.8 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.8–14.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.8–18.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m19.7–23.6 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m23.6–28.3 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m29.6–35.4 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m39.4–47.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m49.2–59.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m59.1–70.8 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)356 m²21.8 × 16.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)71 m²9.7 × 7.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)24 m²5.6 × 4.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.1 × 2.3 m

Full specifications

3D ModesFull HD 3D
Aspect Ratio4:3 (SVGA)
Audible Noise32 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Best Used ForK-12 Education Corporate/Business
Brightness4,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing10-bit
Color Wheel6 segments
Connection Panel12-Volt Trigger Audio In: RCA Composite: RCA HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Data ModesMAX 1920x1080
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.55" DLP x 1
Dynamic Contrast20,000:1
FeaturesFull HD 3D FCC A Blackboard Mode
Image Size30.24" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source210W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life5,500 hours / 20,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$379 (USD)
Power240 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size3.90" x 13.10" x 9.40" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2021
Resolution800x600
StatusShipping
Street Price$379 (USD)
Throw Distance4.8' - 39.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.97:1 - 2.36:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/50, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty1 Year
Weight6.4 lbs

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

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