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From Optoma — The Optoma UHZ55 projector delivers vivid 4K UHD laser projection for incredibly crisp images with exceptional clarity and vibrancy for movies, TV shows, games, and sports. Created for a competitive advantage, the UHZ55 features an enhanced gaming mode for lightning-fast reactions with a 16.7ms response time in 4K at 60Hz and 4ms in 1080P at 240Hz. Packed with the latest technology and features, this projector has HDR and HLG compatibility, 3x HDMI 2.0 inputs, seamless voice control, streaming apps and a built-in media player.

  • True 4K UHD resolution and laser technology
  • Android launcher and Marketplace apps
  • 16.7ms input lag in 4K at 60Hz and 4ms in 1080p at 240Hz
  • HDR and HLG compatible
  • Four corner correction
  • Vertical lens shift
  • Built-in media player
  • Enhanced gaming mode
  • 2,500,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio


Optoma UHZ55 Projector Specifications

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Performance
4
Features
Ease of Use
Value

Street Price
$2,399
MSRP
$4,399
Best Used For
Status
Shipping
Released
February 2024
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Brightness
3,000 Lumens (ANSI)1
Resolution
3840x2160
Aspect Ratio
16:9 (4K HD)
Display Type
DLP x 1
Color Processing
10-bit
Input Lag
4K/60: 16.7ms  |  1080p/240: 4ms
Video Modes
720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Data Modes
MAX 3840x2160
3D Modes
Full HD 3D

Lamp Type
Laser Phosphor
Lamp Life
30,000 hours

Included Lens
1.3x manual zoom , manual focus
Optional Lenses
No
Lens Shift
Vertical +10%
Throw Distance
3.9' - 26.6'  Calculate Throw Distance
Image Size
34.12" - 302.44"
Throw Ratio
1.21:1 - 1.59:1
Projector Placement
For a
"
diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 8'-9" and 11'-7" from the screen.
Digital Keystone
Horizontal & Vertical

Projector Size
4.70" x 13.27" x 10.43"
Weight
10.6 lbs
Audible Noise
29 dB  / 27 dB
Internal Speakers
10.0 Watts × 2
Power
230 Watts 100V - 240V
Connection Panel
12-Volt Trigger
Audio Out: Mini Jack
Audio Out: Optical
HDMI 2.0 x 2
Network: RJ-45
RS232: DB-9pin
USB x 3
Wireless Networking

Features
Operate 24/7
Full HD 3D
Geometric Correction
Frame Interpolation
HDR
Streaming Apps
Google Assistant
Blackboard Mode


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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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