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Optoma ZH521ST Full HD 5300lm Laser Short Throw Projector

Optoma ZH521ST Full HD 5300lm Laser Short Throw Projector

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Optoma ZH451ST 1080P Short Throw Laser Projector

Take your simulator to the next level with the Optoma ZH521ST, a ultra-bright Full HD short-throw laser projector. Packing 5,300 lumens and a massive 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio, it cuts through room light to deliver razor-sharp 1080p visuals—rendering fairways, greens, and ball flights in stunning detail. Its short 0.79:1 throw ratio casts massive images from just feet away, eliminating shadows and leaving maximum room for your swing. Built with a sealed, IP6X dust-resistant DuraCore laser engine, it offers up to 30,000 hours of maintenance-free, 24/7 reliability. Quiet, compact, and engineered for accuracy, the ZH521ST is the ultimate upgrade for a true pro-grade golf simulation setup.


Key Features & 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
  • Long Life Laser Lightsource
  • Horizontal & Vertical Keystone
  • Short Throw
  • 2x HDMI Connection
  • Powerful 15W Speaker
  • 360° Installation
  • Portrait Projection
  • IP6X Dust Resistant Optical Engine

Throw Distance Chart
(Throw Ratio: 0.79:1)

Examples of installation distance for some popular screen sizes.
Image Size Installation Distance
92" (16:9) 2030x1140mm Approx. 1.61m
100" (16:9) 2214x1245mm Approx. 1.75m
110" (16:9) 2435x1370mm Approx. 1.92m
120" (16:9) 2657x1494mm Approx. 2.1m
135" (16:9) 2990x1681mm Approx. 2.36m
150" (16:9) 3320x1867mm Approx. 2.62m


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

Optoma ZH521ST Enviro

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.

ZH521ST Features

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 colours, 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.

ZH521ST Laser

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 colours that bring every detail to life.

ZH521ST Modes

ZH521ST Golf

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.

ZH521ST OMS

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.

ZH521ST Updates

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.

ZH521ST Flexible


What's in the Box

  • Optoma ZH521ST Projector
  • Remote Control
  • Power Cord & Transformer

What you may need

  • HDMI Cable
  • Projector Screen
  • Projector Mount
  • 3D Glasses
Specifications
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