Optoma ZH521ST

Optoma ZH521ST – The compact Full HD short throw laser projector designed for professional environments and golf simulators

The Optoma ZH521ST is a Full HD 1080p DLP® projector equipped with a DuraCore Laser light source, specifically designed for meeting rooms, collaborative spaces, educational facilities, professional installations, and golf simulators. Delivering 5,300 lumens of brightness, a dynamic contrast ratio of up to 3,000,000:1, and a short throw lens, it produces bright, detailed, and highly legible images even in well-lit environments while allowing installation at a short projection distance.

Its DuraCore Laser technology ensures outstanding brightness stability and a maintenance-free lifespan of up to 30,000 hours without lamp replacement. Certified IP6X, its optical engine is protected against dust ingress to deliver consistent long-term performance. Amazing Colour technology provides accurate and vibrant color reproduction, while the laser light source offers instant power on/off, consistent brightness, and up to 45% lower energy consumption compared to a conventional lamp-based projector.

Designed for easy integration into virtually any professional environment, the Optoma ZH521ST features a 0.79:1 short throw lens, ±15° horizontal and vertical keystone correction, 4-corner geometric correction, as well as 360° projection and portrait mode. These features enable fast and precise installation, even in locations where projector placement is challenging.

The projector also includes comprehensive remote management and control capabilities. Compatible with Optoma Management Suite (OMSC)™, it enables centralized monitoring, diagnostics, and fleet management through a cloud-based platform. The Optoma Smart Control app, available for iOS and Android, allows users to operate the projector directly from a smartphone without requiring a computer.

Optimized for golf simulators, the ZH521ST features a dedicated Golf Sim mode developed in collaboration with the color specialists at GSPro, delivering highly realistic greens, blues, and fine image details. Its professional connectivity includes two HDMI 2.0 inputs, one VGA input, audio and USB power outputs, as well as RJ45, RS232, 12V Trigger, and 3D Sync control interfaces. A built-in 15 W speaker and reliable 24/7 operation make it a dependable and long-lasting solution for demanding professional installations.

Features & Specifications:

• Display & image:
  
  
  • Display technology: DLP®
  • Native resolution: Full HD 1080p (1920 × 1080)
  • Brightness: 5,300 lumens
  • Dynamic contrast ratio: 3,000,000:1
  • Light source technology: DuraCore Laser
  • Compatible with HDR and HLG
  • Amazing Colour technology
  • Up to 1.07 billion colors
  • Native aspect ratio: 16:9
  • Supported aspect ratios: 4:3, 16:9, 16:10
  • Horizontal & vertical keystone correction up to ±15°
  • 4-corner geometric correction
  • Image size: 30" to 300" (0.76 to 7.62 m)
    
    

• Light source & optics:
  
  
  • Light source: DuraCore Laser
  • Lifespan: 30,000 hours
  • Short throw lens
  • Throw ratio: 0.79:1
  • Projection distance: 0.525 to 5.25 m
  • Fixed lens
  • Focal length: 11.6 mm
  • Native offset: 106%
    
    

• Smart features:
  
  
  • Compatible with Optoma Management Suite (OMSC)™
  • Compatible with Optoma Smart Control (Android & iOS)
  • Real-time remote monitoring, management & diagnostics
  • Scheduled alerts and preventive maintenance
  • Golf Sim mode optimized for golf simulators
  • 360° projection and portrait mode
  • 24/7 operation
  • Compatible with HDR / HLG
    
    

• Connectivity:
  
  
  • 2 × HDMI 2.0 inputs
  • 1 × VGA input
  • 1 × 3.5 mm audio input
  • 1 × 3.5 mm audio output
  • 2 × USB-A (1.5A power)
  • 1 × RJ45 port
  • 1 × RS232 port
  • 1 × 12V trigger output
  • 1 × 3D Sync output
    
    

• Audio & performance:
  
  
  • Integrated 15W speaker
  • Noise level: 29 to 35 dB
  • Uniformity: 75%
  • Full 3D support
  • Wide PC compatibility (FHD, UXGA, WXGA, XGA, VGA, Mac...)
  • Optimized settings for golf simulators via Golf Sim mode
    
    

• Control & integration:
  
  
  • Network control via RJ45
  • Serial control via RS232
  • Compatible with Crestron RoomView, AMX, and Extron IPLink
  • Cloud management via Optoma Management Suite (OMSC)™
  • Smart Control mobile app support
  • 360° projection and portrait mode
  • Designed for meeting rooms, business environments, education, and golf simulation setups
    
    

• Power & dimensions:
  
  
  • External power supply: 100–240 V
  • Power consumption: 147 to 210 W
  • Standby consumption: < 0.5 W
  • Dimensions: 274 × 216 × 108 mm
  • Net weight: 3.1 kg
  • Protection rating: IP6X
    
    

Key Features:

• 5,300-lumen Full HD 1080p DuraCore laser projector
  
  
• Short throw lens ideal for compact spaces and professional installations
  
  
• DuraCore Laser technology delivering up to 30,000 hours of maintenance-free operation
  
  
• HDR & HLG support with Amazing Colour technology for rich, detailed images
  
  
• Optoma Management Suite (OMSC)™ and Smart Control for full remote management
  
  
• Golf Sim mode developed with GSPro for professional golf simulation setups
  
  
• 4-corner correction, 360° projection, and portrait mode for flexible installation
  
  
• IP6X certification ensuring excellent dust resistance
  
  
• Up to 45% lower energy consumption compared to a traditional lamp-based projector
  
  
• Ultra-compact 3.1 kg design, ideal for meeting rooms, business environments, education, and golf simulation installations.