
BenQ MW560 Projector
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Description
The BenQ MW560 is a WXGA (1280x800) business projector delivering 4000 ANSI lumens, designed for meeting rooms and classrooms that need clear, crisp presentation of text, spreadsheets and video without a large budget. A 20,000:1 contrast ratio (FOFO) keeps detail visible even in moderately lit rooms, and BenQ's SmartEco lamp management extends bulb life up to 15,000 hours in the most economical mode while cutting running costs.
Connectivity covers the essentials for a general-purpose room projector: dual HDMI 1.4a inputs, VGA input and monitor-out, composite video, S-Video, USB Type-A and Mini-B, and RS232 for basic control integration. A single 10W speaker means no separate audio system is required for small to medium rooms, and automatic vertical keystone correction (+/-40 degrees) speeds up day-to-day setup.
The MW560 is a straightforward, cost-effective choice for schools, training rooms and small offices needing a reliable everyday data projector, and is covered by BenQ's standard warranty.
Key features
Native WXGA (1280x800) resolution at 4000 ANSI lumens gives clear, sharp text and imagery for typical meeting-room and classroom lighting conditions.
SmartEco and Eco lamp modes extend bulb life to up to 15,000 hours and automatically reduce power draw when full brightness is not needed, lowering running costs.
Dual HDMI 1.4a, VGA in/out, composite, S-Video, USB Type-A/Mini-B and RS232 cover the common source and control needs of a general-purpose room projector.
Automatic vertical keystone correction (+/-40 degrees) and a 1.1x zoom lens make positioning and image alignment quick for non-technical users.
Technical specifications
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Display (4)
- Resolution
- WXGA (1280x800)
- Brightness
- 4000 ANSI lumens
- Contrast Ratio
- 20,000:1 (FOFO)
- Native Aspect Ratio
- 16:10
Connectivity (4)
- HDMI Inputs
- 2x HDMI 1.4a
- Other Video Inputs
- VGA (D-sub 15-pin), Composite, S-Video
- USB Ports
- USB Type-A, USB Mini-B
- Control Port
- RS-232
Audio (1)
- Speaker
- 10W
Power & Physical (3)
- Colour Depth
- 30-bit
- Weight
- 2.3 kg
- Dimensions (WxHxD)
- 296 x 120 x 221 mm
Certifications & Warranty (1)
- Warranty
- 3 years
General (6)
- Projection Technology
- DLP
- Light Source
- Lamp
- Light Source Life
- 6,000-15,000 hours (Normal/Eco/SmartEco)
- Throw Ratio
- 1.55-1.70
- Zoom Ratio
- 1.1x
- Keystone Correction
- 1D Auto Vertical +/-40 degrees
Throw distance guide
With its 1.55 to 1.7:1 throw ratio, here's how far the projector needs to sit from the screen for common 16:10 image sizes. Try our throw distance calculator for your exact room.
| Image size | Image dimensions | Lens distance range |
|---|---|---|
| 60" | 1.29 m × 0.81 m | 2.0 m to 2.2 m |
| 80" | 1.72 m × 1.08 m | 2.7 m to 2.9 m |
| 100" | 2.15 m × 1.35 m | 3.3 m to 3.7 m |
| 120" | 2.58 m × 1.62 m | 4.0 m to 4.4 m |
| 150" | 3.23 m × 2.02 m | 5.0 m to 5.5 m |
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Frequently asked questions
How far from the screen should the MW560 be positioned?
Its throw ratio is 1.55 to 1.70:1, so for a 100-inch 16:10 image (about 2.15m wide) it needs to sit roughly 3.33m to 3.66m away.
How bright is the MW560 and what room size suits it?
It produces 4,000 ANSI lumens at native WXGA resolution, giving clear, sharp text and imagery for typical meeting-room and classroom lighting conditions.
How long does the MW560's lamp last and what connectivity does it offer?
SmartEco and Eco lamp modes extend bulb life to up to 15,000 hours, and connectivity covers dual HDMI 1.4a, VGA in/out, composite, S-Video, USB Type-A/Mini-B and RS232.
What warranty comes with the MW560?
It's covered by a 3-year (36-month) warranty.
How quickly can TopAV deliver the MW560?
It's in stock at TopAV, so dispatch is within 2 working days, with free standard UK delivery on this order value.
Delivery & returns
Estimated delivery 14 Sept - 18 Sept. UK mainland delivery only. Some large or made-to-order items carry longer lead times, shown on the product page.
Unused items in original packaging can be returned within 14 days of delivery — see the returns policy for how business and consumer returns differ. Faulty items are covered under manufacturer warranty and by your statutory rights.
Bought in the UK, backed in the UK
This item is in UK stock and ships to you from within the UK, so the order never crosses a customs border on its way to you.
The manufacturer warranty is honoured here in the UK. If something fails, you deal with us, not with an overseas seller in another time zone.
Our own UK-based engineers install, commission and support what we sell, and can attend site when a system needs hands on it.
Delivered within the UK mainland, so there is no import duty, customs charge or courier handling fee waiting for you on delivery.
Prices are in pounds sterling with proper UK VAT invoices, and purchase orders are accepted from approved education accounts: no currency conversion and no surprises at the door.
Payment & security
Pay securely by card. Education customers can apply for a 30-day purchase order account.
Schools, colleges, sixth forms, universities and multi-academy trusts can order on invoice, with no card payment required. Purchase orders and credit terms are for education customers only.
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