You’ve heard from the Carl’s Place team about the different projector terminology and how to set one up in your golf simulator. Now is the time for the information you’ve been waiting for...
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Here are our top recommendations for golf simulator projectors in 2021:
Yeah, these two BenQ projectors might be higher priced, but typically you get what you pay for, which stands true here. They are bright and have a great contrast ratio, providing a high-quality image in your golf simulator enclosure. And, you won’t have to worry about replacing the lamp often as both provide up to 20,000 hours.
BenQ LU710 Projector
Price: $1,699
Type: DLP/Laser
Aspect Ratio: 16:10
Throw Distance: 3.1 feet to 24 feet
Lumens: 4,000
Lamp Life: 20,000 hours
Contrast: 3,000,000:1
Resolution: 1920×1200
Keystone Correction: Horizontal and Vertical
Additional Features: full HD 3D; Revolutionary BlueCore Laser Technology; LumiExpert Ambient Light Detector.
BenQ LH710 Projector
Price: $1,499
Type: DLP/Laser
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Throw Distance: 3.2 feet to 24.6 feet
Lumens: 4,000
Lamp Life: 20,000 hours
Contrast: 3,000,000:1
Resolution: 1920×1080
Keystone Correction: Horizontal and Vertical
Additional Features: High precision lens; Certified Ip5X dust proof mechanism to guarantee an ultra high level of image quality while reducing maintenance costs; LumiExpert technology can automatically detect the ambient light conditions of a meeting room and adjust brightness; BlueCore Laser Technology for superior brightness, performance and durability.
The BenQ TH671ST fits the need for those who have space restrictions and need to use a short-throw projector. You also won’t have to worry about your wallet thickness too much.
The Epson Home Cinema 1080 is a solid starting projector for someone just getting into golf simulators with a tight budget. Its horizontal and vertical keystone correction options allow for flexibility in placing the projector on an angle to avoid shadows on the screen.
An ultra 4K HD experience to go with your high-end golf simulator setup. The best projector for a golf simulator enclosure where HD image quality is your top priority is the BenQ LK936ST Projector. Note: This projector goes well with a Carl's Place Golf Simulator Enclosure for a truly immersive indoor golf experience.
Price: $4,499
Type: DLP
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (4K HD)
Throw Distance: 1.9 feet to 17.7 feet
Lumens: 5,100
Lamp Life: Up To 30,000 hours
Contrast: 3,000,000:1
Resolution: 3840x2160
Keystone Correction: Horizontal and Vertical
Additional Features: Short throw, DICOM, Full HD 3D
Those are Carl's Place's top recommendations when you're looking for a projector for your golf simulator. Whether your priority is budget, image quality, short throw, or the best all-around golf simulator projector, one of these will fit your needs.