Sanyo · 5,000–7,999 lumens · WUXGA

Sanyo PLC-ZM5000S

5,000lumens
1920×1200native
0.8–7.2throw ratio
8.9 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-ZM5000S is a 0.76" 3LCD projector rated at 5,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1200. It uses a 330w nsh bulb light source. 4 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 7.2:1. Released May 2011.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WUXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightLNS-T20 Long Zoom
2.8–4.6:1
LNS-T21 Long Zoom
4.6–7.2:1
LNS-W20 Zoom
1.3–1.7:1
LNS-W21 Fixed
0.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m5.6–9.2 m9.2–14.4 m2.6–3.4 m1.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m8.4–13.8 m13.8–21.6 m3.9–5.1 m2.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m11.2–18.4 m18.4–28.8 m5.2–6.8 m3.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m14.0–23.0 m23.0–36.0 m6.5–8.5 m4.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m16.8–27.6 m27.6–43.2 m7.8–10.2 m4.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m22.4–36.8 m36.8–57.6 m10.4–13.6 m6.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m28.0–46.0 m46.0–72.0 m13.0–17.0 m8.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m33.6–55.2 m55.2–86.4 m15.6–20.4 m9.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m42.0–69.0 m69.0–108.0 m19.5–25.5 m12.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m56.0–92.0 m92.0–144.0 m26.0–34.0 m16.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m70.0–115.0 m115.0–180.0 m32.5–42.5 m20.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m84.0–138.0 m138.0–216.0 m39.0–51.0 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)444 m²26.7 × 16.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)89 m²11.9 × 7.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)30 m²6.9 × 4.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)15 m²4.9 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)9 m²3.8 × 2.4 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesReplaced by Panasonic model PT-EZ570U
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WUXGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComponent: RCA DVI Digital Input HDMI 1.3b Network: RJ-45 RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.76" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture Closed Captioning
Image Size40.00" - 400.00"
Included Lens1.7x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelPOA-LMP136 Buy POA-LMP136 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source330W NSH bulb
MSRP$8,495 (USD)
Power519 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.50" x 19.30" x 14.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2011
Resolution1920x1200
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2012 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance7.5' - 46.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.64:1 - 2.79:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight19.6 lbs
White Brightness5,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
LNS-W21 Fixed0.8:18.0 m
LNS-W20 Zoom1.3–1.7:113.0–17.0 m
LNS-T20 Long Zoom2.8–4.6:128.0–46.0 m
LNS-T21 Long Zoom4.6–7.2:146.0–72.0 m

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