PANASONIC REDEFINES EXPERIENTIAL PROJECTION IN ENTERTAINMENT WITH NEW 3-CHIP DLP™ LASER PROJECTOR RANGE

The SOLID SHINE laser projectors create exhilarating 30,000 lm projections at up to 4K resolution from a super light and compact design, bringing higher brightness and on-site efficiency for the events industry Panasonic has unveiled its new 3-Chip DLP™ laser projector line-up at ISE 2020. The SOLID SHINE laser projectors create exhilarating 30,000 lm[1] projections at up to 4K resolution from a super light and compact design, bringing higher brightness and on-site efficiency for the events industry. The PT-RQ35K (4K) and PT-RZ34K (WUXGA) pack high brightness and improved colour into a surprisingly compact and light body design and transform existing workflow procedures with faster and easier projector installation for live events in stadiums, theatres, and for projection mapping onto various surfaces.

"Audiences are increasingly demanding more immersive environments beyond the capabilities of traditional projection and as output, resolution, and the number of units required rises, so too has set-up complexity," said Hartmut Kulessa, European Marketing Manager at Panasonic Business. "The RQ35K Series overcomes these difficulties with powerful projection and versatile functionality alongside easier transportation and set-up – all backed by our market-leading reliability."

Versatile Functions Streamline set-up

The RQ35K Series delivers 30,000 lm brightness and superb image quality from a body size just 60% of the current PT-RQ32K projector, significantly reducing logistical hassle. To further speed set-up, the RQ35K Series includes all of the streamlining features developed for Panasonic's RQ50K flagship projector. Near Field Communication (NFC*6) function enables easy network setup, such as IP address configuration, just by holding a mobile device with an application installed against the projector's touchpoint. Information Monitor displays errors in real-time for faster response, while Remote Preview lets the operator check playback content on a PC via a network in situations where actual image projection is difficult, such as during the set-up preparation phase.

Immersive, Colour-Rich Images

The RQ35K produces brilliant 30,000 lm images at 4K (3840 x 2400) resolution with Quad Pixel Drive, a Panasonic-original 2-Axis Pixel-Shifting technology that creates clear and detailed images without visible pixels. An all-new laser engine expands colour-gamut to 114 %[2] of Panasonic's current RQ32K projector, pulling audiences into the artist's world. With one red and two blue lasers emitting light at different wavelengths, vivid reds and truer blues come together for more immersive colour expression, creating a heightened sense of realism.

Alongside Quad Pixel Drive, the RQ35K supports high-speed tracking with original technology that accepts and outputs 240 Hz frame-rate signals with limited latency. Combined with its compact body, both projectors redefine experiential projection in entertainment.

Newly Refined Cooling System

To maintain stable operation in a projector of this size and brightness, original cooling technologies have been further improved. Dynamic Digital Control counters red-laser sensitivity to temperature by digitally regulating light output and operating parameters of a dedicated cooling system, resulting in highly consistent image quality. The exclusive finless radiator enhances cooling efficiency over previous implementations, assuring superb reliability even within the confines of a compact body. To make brightness loss imperceptible in the event of laser-diode failure, Failover Circuitry bypasses one diode series rather than the whole module. Backup input-switching function[3] continues projection via backup signal without screen-blanking if the primary video signal fails.

Equipped with premium optical parts such as hermetically sealed DMD block and shielded laser drive, the RQ35K Series secures 20,000-hour[4] maintenance-free operation thanks to its filterless design. With these groundbreaking innovations building on a proven foundation of SOLID SHINE Laser technologies, consistent reliability is secured for uninterrupted projection.

The PT-RQ35K and PT-RZ34K (WUXGA) Series are available from November 2020. For more information, please visit Booth 1-H20, Hall 1, ISE2020, Amsterdam RAI, February 11–14, or visit https://business.panasonic.eu/ISE2020 or https://business.panasonic.co.uk/visual-system/

Optoma Unveils Ultra-Bright 8,500 Lumen ProScene ZU860 Interchangeable Lens Projector With 4K Input

Optoma, a world-leading manufacturer of large display products, today unveiled one of its brightest projectors, the new Optoma ProScene ZU860. Featuring 8,500 lumens of brightness and a DuraCore laser light source, the Optoma ProScene ZU860 is the company's first WUXGA interchangeable lens projector that supports 4K inputs, designed to light up museums, large meeting rooms, auditoriums, houses of worship and broadcast environments with ultimate reliability and flexibility. This ultra-bright WUXGA projector is designed for complex installations, with integrated image warping and blending, four corner adjustment and lens position memory. A variety of premium lens options, motorized lens-shift, zoom and focus with 24/7, tilt free 360° and portrait mode operation ensure installation flexibility for virtually any installation environment.

The ProScene ZU860's compatibility with 4K UHD HDR sources enables incredible color and image details, while HDMI 2.0, HDBaseT and 3G-SDI inputs provide connectivity to digital video sources, and LAN and RS-232 enable control via Crestron, Extron, AMX or Telnet. This powerhouse projector's DuraCore laser light source features an IP5X-certified optical engine for up to 30,000 hours (Eco) of maintenance-free light source life.

Features of the Optoma ProScene ZU860 include:
•Resolution: 1920 x 1200 WUXGA (up to 4K UHD)
•Brightness: 8,500 ANSI lumens to brilliantly light up large professional venues
•Light Source: DuraCore laser
•Light Source Life: Up to 30,000 hours (Eco mode)
•Contrast Ratio: 2,000:1 full on/off; 2,000,000:1 with Extreme Black enabled
•Colors: 1.07 billion
•Throw Ratio: 0.36:1 to 5.5:1, with interchangeable lens options
•Optical Engine: Airtight optical engine independently dust certified to IP5X
•Connectivity: A wide array, including HDMI 2.0, HDBaseT, DVI-D and 3G-SDI

"The Optoma ProScene ZU860 is our first WUXGA interchangeable lens projector to support 4K inputs, providing unmatched image quality, versatility and reliability for large professional environments," said Brian Soto, Director, product management, Optoma Technology. "As we continue to see greater demand for projectors for large professional venues, we're designing and delivering bright, reliable and flexible install projectors that address the varying needs and challenges of installers."

The Optoma ProScene ZU860 is available now for an estimated street price of $11,999 through authorized dealers.

Learn more about the Optoma ZU860 at: https://www.optoma.com/us/product/zu860/