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Panasonic PT-DZ21K2U Projector

WUXGA Large Venue Projector
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From Panasonic —   The range-topping quad-lamp PT-DZ21K2 Series - the industry's de facto choice for staging, events, and rental applications - guarantees spellbinding image quality and reliable, cost-efficient operation. Each feature-laden model in the series has advanced capabilities to satisfy the creative and logistical demands of professional users. DIGITAL LINK transmits uncompressed video, audio, and control commands through a single CAT 5e or higher STP cable for distances of up to 150 m (492 ft).

  • Dynamic Iris for a High 10,000:1 Contrast Ratio
  • High Reliability, Low TCO, and Easy Maintenance
  • Versatile System and Installation Flexibility
  • Built-in Geometric Adjustment
  • DICOM Simulation Mode
  • The unit can be rotated 360 degrees vertically to accommodate specific installation requirements
  • Quick and Simple Lamp Replacement


Panasonic PT-DZ21K2U Projector Specifications


MSRP
$54,999
Best Used For
  • Events/Staging
  • Museum/Exhibits
  • Simulation
Status
Discontinued
Released
September 2015
Warranty
3 Years
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Also sold as the Panasonic PT-DZ21K2E and the Panasonic PT-DZ21K2D outside of the USA.

 
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Brightness
20,000 Lumens (ANSI)1
Resolution
1920x1200
Aspect Ratio
16:10 (WUXGA)
Contrast
10,000:1
Dynamic Iris
Yes
Display Type
0.96" DLP x 3
Color Processing
8-bit
Video Modes
720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/25, 1080p/30, 1080p/50, 1035i, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 625i, 625p, 480p, 480i
Data Modes
MAX 1920x1200
3D Modes
Full HD 3D

Lamp Type
432W UHM bulb x 4
Lamp Life
3,000 hours
Lamp Model
ET-LAD520  Buy Replacement Lamp

Included Lens
No
Optional Lenses







ET-D75LE10 Zoom Lens Throw Ratio 1.30:1-1.70:1
ET-D75LE20 Zoom Lens Throw Ratio 1.70:1-2.40:1
ET-D75LE30 Zoom Lens Throw Ratio 2.40:1-4.70:1
ET-D75LE40 Zoom Lens Throw Ratio 4.60:1-7.40:1
ET-D75LE50 Fixed Lens Throw Ratio 0.70:1
ET-D75LE6 Zoom Lens Throw Ratio 0.90:1-1.10:1
ET-D75LE8 Zoom Lens Throw Ratio 7.30:1-13.80:1
ET-D75LE90 Fixed Lens Throw Ratio 0.36:1
Lens Shift
Horizontal +/-20% & Vertical +/-55%
Digital Keystone
Horizontal & Vertical

Projector Size
11.46" x 24.41" x 31.50"
Weight
90.4 lbs
Audible Noise
46 dB
Internal Speakers
No
Power
2,060 Watts 200V - 240V
Connection Panel
Composite: BNC
DVI Digital Input
HD-SDI: BNC x 2
HDBaseT: RJ-45
HDMI
Network: RJ-45
RGB In: BNC
RS232: DB-9pin
VGA In: Dsub-15pin

Features
Picture-in-Picture
DICOM
Full HD 3D
Edge Blending
Geometric Correction
Frame Interpolation
Lens Memory
Crestron RoomView™

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ANSI LUMENS  is the most commonly accepted industry standard brightness measurement. The ANSI lumen rating measures the brightest white that a projector can produce by averaging nine light meter measurements taken across the projected image.

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BUYER BEWARE   Either this projector's brightness specification does not cite an industry-accepted unit of measurement, or according to our calculations it seems unlikely that this projector is capable of producing the manufacturer's cited brightness specification.

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