Projection has come a long way from the original 3-gun data projectors to integral parts of art, live events, and more. Today’s projectors have evolved to include laser, edge-blending, and on-board media players. Projection technology isn’t going anywhere, anytime soon.
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Panasonic PT-RQ22KU
This laser, 3-chip DLP projector boasts 21,000 lumens. The contrast ratio of 20,000:1 gives this projector the opportunity for serious black levels. This projector is built for permanent installs with 24/7 operational ability.
From Panasonic:
Panasonic is proud to be a recipient of the 2020 Annual Readers’ Choice Award for Best Projection Technology.
The PT-RQ22KU 3-Chip DLP® SOLID SHINE 4K+ laser projector is perfect for themed-entertainment applications as it’s designed for creating show-stopping, immersive environments that captivate live audiences. From bringing museum exhibits to life, to creating inspirational house of worship services, the PT-RQ22KU offers exceptional image quality and reliability delivering 21,000lm of maximum brightness and a 20,000:1 contrast ratio for projecting crisp, film-like 4K+ images and video.
In addition to providing superior image quality, the PT-RQ22KU offers flexible installation options for many large venue situations. Its compact size and lightweight design make the PT-RQ22KU easy to handle and install, which is particularly useful in rental and staging settings. Additionally, the PT-RQ22KU can be mounted in any 360-degree configuration without picture distortion, and the powered lens shift along with a wide range of optional lenses provide additional installation flexibility. The projector’s hermetically sealed optical unit and efficient heat-pipe-based cooling system deliver 20,000 hours of virtually maintenance-free operation, reducing overhead for customers. Installation is simplified and associated costs reduced due to single cable 4K DIGITAL LINK (based on HDBaseT™ technology) connectivity.
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