Panasonic · 12,000–19,999 lumens · XGA

Panasonic PT-EX16KU

16,000lumens
1024×768native
0.8–9.0throw ratio
46.7 kgweight

The Panasonic PT-EX16KU is a 1.80" 3LCD projector rated at 16,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 380w uhm bulb x 4 light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). 10 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 9:1. Released September 2011.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (XGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightET-ELM01 Zoom
3.5–4.5:1
ET-ELS02 Zoom
2.0–2.6:1
ET-ELS03 Zoom
2.6–3.5:1
ET-ELT02 Zoom
4.4–6.2:1
ET-ELT03 Zoom
6.3–9.0:1
ET-ELW02 Zoom
1.4–1.8:1
ET-ELW03 Fixed
0.8:1
ET-ELW04 Zoom
1.5–2.0:1
ET-ELW06 Zoom
1.2–1.5:1
ET-ELW21 Fixed
0.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m7.0–9.0 m4.0–5.2 m5.2–7.0 m8.8–12.4 m12.6–18.0 m2.8–3.6 m1.6 m3.0–4.0 m2.4–3.0 m1.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m10.5–13.5 m6.0–7.8 m7.8–10.5 m13.2–18.6 m18.9–27.0 m4.2–5.4 m2.4 m4.5–6.0 m3.6–4.5 m2.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m14.0–18.0 m8.0–10.4 m10.4–14.0 m17.6–24.8 m25.2–36.0 m5.6–7.2 m3.2 m6.0–8.0 m4.8–6.0 m3.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m17.5–22.5 m10.0–13.0 m13.0–17.5 m22.0–31.0 m31.5–45.0 m7.0–9.0 m4.0 m7.5–10.0 m6.0–7.5 m4.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m21.0–27.0 m12.0–15.6 m15.6–21.0 m26.4–37.2 m37.8–54.0 m8.4–10.8 m4.8 m9.0–12.0 m7.2–9.0 m4.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m28.0–36.0 m16.0–20.8 m20.8–28.0 m35.2–49.6 m50.4–72.0 m11.2–14.4 m6.4 m12.0–16.0 m9.6–12.0 m6.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m35.0–45.0 m20.0–26.0 m26.0–35.0 m44.0–62.0 m63.0–90.0 m14.0–18.0 m8.0 m15.0–20.0 m12.0–15.0 m8.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m42.0–54.0 m24.0–31.2 m31.2–42.0 m52.8–74.4 m75.6–108.0 m16.8–21.6 m9.6 m18.0–24.0 m14.4–18.0 m9.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m52.5–67.5 m30.0–39.0 m39.0–52.5 m66.0–93.0 m94.5–135.0 m21.0–27.0 m12.0 m22.5–30.0 m18.0–22.5 m12.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m70.0–90.0 m40.0–52.0 m52.0–70.0 m88.0–124.0 m126.0–180.0 m28.0–36.0 m16.0 m30.0–40.0 m24.0–30.0 m16.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m87.5–112.5 m50.0–65.0 m65.0–87.5 m110.0–155.0 m157.5–225.0 m35.0–45.0 m20.0 m37.5–50.0 m30.0–37.5 m20.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m105.0–135.0 m60.0–78.0 m78.0–105.0 m132.0–186.0 m189.0–270.0 m42.0–54.0 m24.0 m45.0–60.0 m36.0–45.0 m24.0 m

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Maximum image size for projection mapping

Largest image that keeps a 10:1 contrast against ambient light on a light, matte surface (80% optical efficiency). See how this is calculated.

Ambient lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)1,422 m²43.5 × 32.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)284 m²19.5 × 14.6 m
Lit city square (15 lux)95 m²11.2 × 8.4 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)47 m²8.0 × 6.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)28 m²6.2 × 4.6 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesExcellent Colors with Pure Color Control, 5,000 Hr. Long-Lasting Air Filter, Multi-Screen Support System optimally adjusts multiple screens: Edge blending, color matching, DVI-D input, LED illuminated terminal connection area.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise51 dB / 48 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelDVI Digital Input HDMI Network: RJ-45 RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1080
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.80" 3LCD
FeaturesOption Slots Closed Captioning 24/7 Operation Edge Blending Geometric Correction
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp ModelET-LAE16 Buy ET-LAE16 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-10% & Vertical +/-50%
Light Source380W UHM bulb x 4
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power1,850 Watts 200V - 240V
Projector Size13.70" x 25.60" x 32.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2011
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jan 2019
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/25, 1080p/30, 1080p/50, 1035i, 525i, 525p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight103.0 lbs
White Brightness16,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
ET-ELW03 Fixed0.8:18.0 m
ET-ELW21 Fixed0.8:18.0 m
ET-ELW06 Zoom1.2–1.5:112.0–15.0 m
ET-ELW02 Zoom1.4–1.8:114.0–18.0 m
ET-ELW04 Zoom1.5–2.0:115.0–20.0 m
ET-ELS02 Zoom2.0–2.6:120.0–26.0 m
ET-ELS03 Zoom2.6–3.5:126.0–35.0 m
ET-ELM01 Zoom3.5–4.5:135.0–45.0 m
ET-ELT02 Zoom4.4–6.2:144.0–62.0 m
ET-ELT03 Zoom6.3–9.0:163.0–90.0 m

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