
Panasonic PT-CMZ50BEJ 5,200lm WUXGA Ultra-Short-Throw Laser LCD Projector (Black)
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Description
CMZ50 is an ultra-short-throw projector for well-lit hyflex learning and meeting spaces.
Manufacturer specifications: Light output: 5,200 lm; Resolution: WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels); Light source: Laser diodes; Contrast Ratio (typ.): 3,000,000:1 (Full On/Full Off) (When [PICTURE MODE] is set to [DYNAMIC] and [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] is set to [1].); Screen size (diagonal): 2.03–3.05 m (80–120 in) (16:10 aspect ratio); Lens: Fixed zoom, powered focus lens, F = 1.7, f = 2.81 mm, throw ratio: 0.235:1 (16:10 aspect ratio)(Projection distance: 1 cm [1/3 in] for 80-inch image).
Stylish Design Harmonizes with Your Space — The projector’s minimal screen offset makes it a practical choice for rooms with low ceilings, where it installs almost flush to the wall. Available in black or white, its integrated body has no protrusions to spoil a clean, elegant style that harmonizes with any interior design. Installed in an office, classroom, or museum, this unobtrusive projector fades from the group’s awareness so attention remains focused on the presentation.
Ultra-Quiet Design for Hybrid Spaces — CMZ50’s heat-resistant light source significantly reduces exhaust noise and unwanted distractions when people are seated close to the projector. Quiet running also improves the audibility of conversations during hybrid lessons and meetings by reducing background noise. In Quiet Mode, its operating noise is just 25 dB 1 , about the same apparent loudness as rustling leaves. In fact, with a perceived loudness that is less than one third 2 that of a
Smooth, Crisp Details at WUXGA — WUXGA (1920 x 1200) LCD panels improve text definition and clarify details for a more insightful and engaging presentation. Text edges are smooth, sharp, and easy to read. Documents and images are clearly reproduced, allowing stress-free viewing of documents and images. In addition, content from various devices can be projected at the same aspect ratio.
Key features
The projector’s minimal screen offset makes it a practical choice for rooms with low ceilings, where it installs almost flush to the wall. Available in black or white, its integrated body has no protrusions to spoil a clean, elegant style that harmonizes with any interior design. Installed in an office, classroom, or museum, this unobtrusive projector fades from the group’s awareness so attention
CMZ50’s heat-resistant light source significantly reduces exhaust noise and unwanted distractions when people are seated close to the projector. Quiet running also improves the audibility of conversations during hybrid lessons and meetings by reducing background noise. In Quiet Mode, its operating noise is just 25 dB 1 , about the same apparent loudness as rustling leaves. In fact, with a perceive
WUXGA (1920 x 1200) LCD panels improve text definition and clarify details for a more insightful and engaging presentation. Text edges are smooth, sharp, and easy to read. Documents and images are clearly reproduced, allowing stress-free viewing of documents and images. In addition, content from various devices can be projected at the same aspect ratio.
Widescreen video-conferencing software layouts can be output to a CMZ50 projector so that the faces of remote participants appear along the bottom of the screen at eye level to those seated in the room, improving communication fluency. CMZ50 accepts 2560 x 1080 (21:9) or 3240 x 1080 (27:9) input signals 1 to enable the display of widescreen content at its original aspect ratio. It includes an HDMI
Projectors in classrooms, offices, and museums must be powerful enough to cut through bright ambient light. CMZ50 delivers up to 5,200 lm 1 of brightness for sharp, well-saturated pictures in bright environments. Dynamic Contrast uses scene-linking technology to analyze each video frame and digitally adjust light output according to the contrast requirements of each scene. Its high 3,000,000:1 2 c
Technical specifications
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Display (7)
- Display method
- Transparent LCD panel (x 3, R/G/B)
- Display Device — Panel size
- 16.3 mm (0.64 in) diagonal (16:10 aspect ratio)
- Display Device — Drive method
- Active matrix method
- Display Device — Number of pixels
- 2,304,000 (1920 x 1200 pixels)
- Resolution
- WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels)
- Contrast Ratio (typ.)
- 3,000,000:1 (Full On/Full Off) (When [PICTURE MODE] is set to [DYNAMIC] and [DYNAMIC CONTRAST] is set to [1].)
- Screen size (diagonal)
- 2.03–3.05 m (80–120 in) (16:10 aspect ratio)
Connectivity (7)
- Light output
- 5,200 lm
- Light output (ANSI)
- 5,200 lm
- Time until light output declines to 50 % — NORMAL
- 20,000 hours [NORMAL]
- Time until light output declines to 50 % — ECO
- 24,000 hours [ECO]
- Time until light output declines to 50 % — QUIET
- 20,000 hours [QUIET]
- Terminals — HDMI ™ IN
- HDMI TM 19-pin x 2 (Compatible with HDCP 1.4, Deep Color, 4K/30p signal input), CEC supported
- Terminals — HDMI ™ OUT
- HDMI TM 19-pin x 1 (Compatible with HDCP 1.4, Deep Color, 4K/30p signal output)
Audio (2)
- Terminals — AUDIO IN(M3 Stereo Mini Jack)
- M3 stereo mini-jack x 1
- Terminals — AUDIO OUT(M3 Stereo Mini Jack)
- M3 stereo mini-jack x 1
General (9)
- Projector type
- LCD projector
- Light source
- Laser diodes
- Center-to-corner zone ratio
- 85%
- Lens
- Fixed zoom, powered focus lens, F = 1.7, f = 2.81 mm, throw ratio: 0.235:1 (16:10 aspect ratio)(Projection distance: 1 cm [1/3 in] for 80-inch image)
- Digital Zoom Extender
- Throw ratio 0.235–0.288:1 (16:10 aspect ratio) (Corresponding value)
- Keystone correction range
- Vertical: ±3 °, Horizontal: ±3 °
- Installation
- Ceiling/floor, front/rear, free 360-degree installation
- Terminals — COMPUTER IN(D-SUB 15pin)
- D-sub 15-pin (female) x 1 (RGB/YPBPR/YCBCR)
- Terminals — SERIAL IN
- D-sub 9-pin (female) x 1 for computer control (RS-232C compliant)
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Estimated delivery 24 Oct - 28 Oct. UK mainland delivery only. Some large or made-to-order items carry longer lead times, shown on the product page.
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