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BenQ W600 review

BenQ W600
 
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Verdict:

This inexpensive 720p projector has great picture quality for its price and is a perfect first step into the world of home cinema.

Review Date: 5 Feb 2010

Price when reviewed: £499

Supplier: http://www.projectorpoint.co.uk

Reviewed By: Kat Orphanides

Our Rating 4 stars out of 5

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Details

Part Code 9H.J1U77.D7E
Review Date 5 Feb 2010
Price £499
Details www.benq.co.uk
Rating **** stars out of 5
Award Budget Buy

Specifications

Projector technology DLP
Lamp brightness 2,600 ANSI lumens
Lamp life 2,500
Lamp life in economy mode 4,000
Contrast ratio 3,000:1

Picture

Native resolution 1,280x720
Max compressed resolution 1,920x1,080
Aspect ratio 16:9
Other aspect ratios 4:3, input source native
Max diagonal at 7ft 60in
Throw ratio 1.51:1 to 1.76:1
Optical zoom 1.2x
Projection distance 1m to 10.1m
Mirror image yes
Invert image yes
Lens shift horizontal N/A
Lens shift vertical N/A
HD Ready yes
Special view modes Dynamic, Standard, sRGB, Cinema, user

Inputs/Outputs

VGA input yes
DVI input Yes
Sound inputs 3.5mm, phono
Composite input yes
S-video input yes
HDMI input yes
PAL support yes
SECAM support yes
NTSC support yes
Audio output 3.5mm, phono
Video output VGA
Others inputs/outputs second HDMI input, USB service port, RS232, 10/100 Ethernet

Other

Noise (in normal use) 35dB(A)
Size 121x332x340mm
Weight 5.2kg
Internal speakers yes (2W mono)
Extras remote, carry case, cables (power, DVI, VGA to component)
Remote special features none
Power consumption standby 1W
Power consumption on 261W

Lamp

Lamp cost (inc VAT) £121
Lamp supplier www.projectorpoint.co.uk
Lamp cost per hour of use £0.05
Lamp cost per hour of use (economy) £0.03

Buying Information

Price £499
Supplier http://www.projectorpoint.co.uk
Details www.benq.co.uk
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