
Panasonic PT-RQ50K Projector
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Description
The Panasonic PT-RQ50K is Panasonic's flagship large-venue projector, a native 4K (4096 x 2160) 3-Chip DLP laser system rated at 50,000 lm (51,000 lm centre) and capable of images up to 1,500 inches diagonal - designed for stadiums, arenas, planetariums, cinema and permanent large-format installations where a single projector needs to cover an exceptionally large or bright screen without stacking or blending multiple lower-output units.
Like the rest of Panasonic's large-venue range, the PT-RQ50K is sold as a body only, with no lens included; it is designed around a dedicated lineup of seven optional lenses covering throw ratios from 0.55:1 to 7.76:1, all supporting powered zoom, lens shift, lens memory and lens ID for straightforward calibration and lens-swapping across installations.
A multi-laser array light source rated to approximately 20,000 hours, hermetically sealed optics and liquid cooling support continuous, filter-free operation, while dual RS-232C, 12G-SDI, DIGITAL LINK/HDBaseT and dual redundant light source failover circuitry are aimed squarely at mission-critical, always-on installations. At approximately 126 kg body weight and up to 4,100W power draw, this is a rigger- and structural-engineer-specified installation rather than a plug-and-play unit.
Key features
3-Chip DLP engine delivers native 4096 x 2160 4K resolution at 50,000 lm (51,000 lm centre).
Sold body-only; matched to a dedicated 7-lens range covering 0.55:1 to 7.76:1 throw ratios.
Multi-laser array with redundancy, 12G-SDI and dual RS-232C for demanding, always-on installations.
Capable of projecting images up to 1,500 inches diagonal for stadium and arena-scale screens.
Technical specifications
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Display (4)
- Brightness
- 50,000 lm (ISO/IEC and ANSI), 51,000 lm centre
- Resolution
- Native 4K (4096 x 2160)
- Contrast Ratio
- 20,000:1 (Full On/Full Off, Dynamic Contrast)
- Aspect Ratio
- 17:9 (native 4K DCI-style)
Connectivity (1)
- Connectivity
- 12G-SDI, DIGITAL LINK/HDBaseT (PJLink Class 2), LAN, 2x RS-232C, USB, dual remote inputs
Power & Physical (5)
- Weight
- Approx. 126 kg (body only, without lens)
- Dimensions (WxHxD)
- Approx. 720 x 445 x 1,070 mm
- Power Consumption
- Max 4,100W, Normal 3,970W, Eco 3,110W, Standby 6W
- Max Image Size
- Up to 1,500 inches diagonal
- Colour
- Black
General (8)
- Projection Technology
- 3-Chip DLP
- Light Source
- Multi-laser array (Blue LD, Red LD)
- Light Source Life
- Approx. 20,000 hrs to 50% brightness
- Lens
- Not included - required; dedicated 7-lens range, throw ratios 0.55:1-7.76:1, powered zoom/shift/memory
- Noise Level
- 52 dB
- Filter Maintenance
- Filter-free design
- Recommended Use
- Stadiums, arenas, planetariums, cinema, permanent large-format installation
- Series
- Panasonic PT-RQ50K
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Frequently asked questions
How bright is the PT-RQ50K and what's it designed for?
It's Panasonic's flagship large-venue projector, rated at 50,000 lm (51,000 lm centre) at native 4K (4096x2160) resolution from a 3-Chip DLP engine, capable of images up to 1,500 inches diagonal for stadiums, arenas, planetariums and permanent large-format cinema installations.
Does it come with a lens?
No - it's sold as a body only, designed around a dedicated range of seven optional lenses covering throw ratios from 0.55:1 to 7.76:1, all with powered zoom, shift, memory and lens ID.
How long does the light source last, and is it designed for continuous use?
The multi-laser array light source is rated to approximately 20,000 hours, and dual redundant light source failover circuitry, hermetically sealed optics and liquid cooling support continuous, filter-free, mission-critical operation.
What connectivity does it have?
It has dual RS-232C, 12G-SDI, and DIGITAL LINK/HDBaseT connectivity for integration into large permanent AV installations.
What warranty and delivery apply?
The PT-RQ50K comes with a 3-year (36-month) warranty. Stock is currently very limited at TopAV, and given the scale of this installation (approximately 126kg body weight, rigger/structural-engineer-specified), TopAV's own technical team can advise on specification, lens choice and delivery planning.
Delivery & returns
Estimated delivery 18 Sept - 22 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.
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