Optoma ZH521ST High Brightness Short Throw Laser Projector
SKU: ZH521ST
Specifications
- 1080p 1920 x 1080 16:9
- 5300 ANSI Lumens
- 2,000,000:1 Contrast
- 3.1kg Weight
- 29db (eco) Fan Noise
- 3 Year / 20,000hr Warranty
- 3 Year /20,000hr Laser Warranty
- Est. Laser Life up to 30,000hrs
Key Features
- Long Life Laser Lightsource
- Horizontal & Vertical Keystone
- Short Throw
- 2x HDMI Connection
- Powerful 15W Speaker
- 360° Installation
- Portrait Projection
- IP6X Dust Resistant Optical Engine
Optoma ZH521ST High Brightness Short Throw Laser Projector
The Optoma ZH521ST is a powerful Full HD short-throw laser projector which delivers a brilliant 5,300 lumens of brightness and exceptional 3,000,000:1 contrast, producing crisp, vibrant 1080p images. With enough power to cut through ambient light for incredibly realistic fairways, greens, and ball flights—even in well-lit bays. Its short 0.79:1 throw ratio lets you project massive, immersive screens from close range, minimizing shadows and maximizing hitting space in compact simulator rooms. The sealed DuraCore laser light source offers up to 30,000 hours of maintenance-free operation, IP6X dust resistance, and reliable 24/7 performance. Quiet, compact, and built for precision, the ZH521ST is the ideal upgrade for serious golfers seeking pro-level visuals without the hassle. Transform your sim into a world-class training and entertainment powerhouse today!
Optional Accessories
Compact 5,300lm Short Throw Full HD Laser Projector
The Optoma ZH521ST short throw projector delivers 5,300 lumens of brilliant Full HD 1080p visuals in a compact short-throw design, enabling large, shadow-free projections even in limited spaces. Engineered for 24/7 reliability, it offers a low-maintenance, energy-efficient laser solution with centralized IT management and smart control for corporate, education, or commercial uses.
- 5,300-lumen brightness - Clear projection for spaces with ambient light
- 30,000h laser life - DuraCore laser ensures long-term reliability and low TCO
- Sustainable design - 50% recycled metal and PCR materials
- Optoma Management Suite (OMS) - Enables centralized IT monitoring and control across multiple networked devices
- Optoma Smart Control App - Intelligent screen alignment and remote control directly from your mobile device (coming soon)
Brighter, Greener, and Longer-Lasting Projection
Future-Proofed. Sustainable. Cost-Effective.
Optoma's new generation of lamp-free laser projectors is designed to deliver exceptional visual quality, simplified setup and control, and long-term value across business, education, or simulation environments.
Clear, Shadow-Free Projection for Ambient Light Environments
With 5,300 lumens of high brightness, this projector delivers Full HD visuals even in ambient light. Its short-throw design reduces shadows even in limited spaces, making it ideal for meetings, classrooms, and commercial environments.
Reliable for Long-Term Use with DuraCore Laser
Optoma DuraCore Laser technology delivers consistent brightness, vivid colors, and up to 30,000 hours of lamp-free operation. With instant on/off functionality, reduced power consumption, and no lamp replacements, it offers a lower total cost of ownership and long-term, reliable performance—ideal for business and education environments.
Tailored Display Modes for Business and Education
Tailored display modes for business and education. Optoma projectors deliver long-lasting image precision with DLP technology, ensuring accurate, vibrant colors that bring every detail to life.
Manage, Monitor, and Diagnose—All from One Place
Optoma Management Suite (OMS™) is an intuitive (cloud-based or via local networking) display management solution, designed to streamline operations by monitoring, diagnosing and controlling audio visual displays from anywhere via a single plarform. With an easy-to-use interface and 24/7 real-time monitoring, OMS enables users to check the status of display devices and make configurations to optimise performance.
Always Stay Updated
This product supports over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates, keeping your projector up to date without the need for USB drives. Updates are delivered automatically, and users simply click Download to install them. Updates may include new features, performance enhancements, and security improvements. This helps reduce IT workload and ensures reliable operation.
Flexible Setup for Any Spaces
With ±30° keystone correction, and support for 360-degree or portrait mode projection, this projector offers flexible installation in any space.
| Display/Image | |
| Resolution | 1080p Full HD (1920x1080) |
| Brightness | 5,300 lumens |
| Contrast | 300,000:1 |
| Contrast (Dynamic) | 2,000,000:1 |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Aspect ratio - compatible | 4:3, 16:9, 16:10, Full, Auto, Native |
| Keystone correction - horizontal | +/-15° |
| Keystone correction - vertical | +/-15° |
| Horizontal scan rate | 15 ~ 135Khz |
| Vertical scan rate | 24 ~ 120Hz |
| Uniformity | 75% |
| Screen size | 19" - 303" diagonal |
| Light Source | |
| Light source type | Laser Phosphor |
| LASER life | 30,000 hours (Eco) |
| Optical | |
| Throw ratio | 0.79:1 |
| Projection distance | 0.89m to 2.93m |
| Zoom | N/A |
| Focal length | 12.81 mm ~ 16.74 mm |
| Native offset | 106%~127% |
| Vertical Lens Shift | 106%~127% |
| Connectivity | |
| Connections Inputs | HDMI 2.0 x2 VGA In x1 Audio 3.5mm x1 |
| Connections Outputs | USB-A 2.0 x2 3D sync out x1 Audio 3.5mm x1 |
| Connections Control | RJ45 x1 RS232 x1 12V trigger x1 |
| General | |
| Noise level (min) | 29dB |
| Noise level (max) | 31dB |
| PC compatibility | VGA,SVGA,XGA,720p,WXGA,SXGA,SXGA+,UXGA,1080p,WUXGA |
| 2D compatibility | NTSC,PAL,SECAM,SDTV,HDTV,UHD |
| 3D compatibility | Supports all HDMI 1.4a mandatory 3D formats (Frame pack, side-by-side, top-bottom) and up converts frame rate from 60Hz to 120Hz or 24Hz to 144Hz |
| Security | Security bar, Kensington Lock, Password protected interface |
| OSD / display languages | 27 languages: Arabic, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Farsi, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Vietnamese |
| 24/7 operation | Yes |
| 360° operation | Yes |
| Operating conditions | Max Temperature(operating): 0 ~ 40°C; Tolerance +/- 2°C, Max Altitude(operating): 10,000 ft., for 0°C~30°C, Max humidity(operating): 80% RH, non-condensing |
| Speaker count | 1 x 15W |
| Remote control | Business remote control |
| Input lag | 4K/ 60Hz: 16.7 ms 1080P/ 60Hz: 16.7 ms 1080P/ 120Hz: 8.6 ms |
| In the box | AC power cord Remote control Quick start user manual |
| Power | |
| Power supply | AC 100 ~ 240 V, 50 ~ 60 Hz |
| Power consumption (standby) | <0.5W |
| Power consumption (ECO) | 147 W@220VAC |
| Power consumption (Bright Mode) | 205 W @220VAC |
| Weight and dimensions | |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | W/o feet: 216 x 274 x 108.5mm With feet: 216 x 274 x 114mm |
| Gross weight | 4.6 kg |
| Net weight | 3.1Kg |
Remote Control
Power Cord
Rear Panel
