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Panasonic PT-VMZ82BU Projector

WUXGA Large Venue Projector
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From Panasonic — Introducing the VMZ82 Series: the world's smallest and lightest projector in its class, delivering up to 8,000 lumens for crisp, vibrant visuals in well-lit spaces. These intuitive LCD projectors integrate seamlessly into any layout, minimizing distractions while simplifying installation with exclusive features. With a stylish body containing recycled plastic and engineered for efficient, low-maintenance operation, the VMZ82 Series revitalizes communication quality in offices, classrooms, and beyond.

  • High-efficiency optical engine
  • Daylight View Basic
  • WUXGA (1920 x 1200) LCD panels
  • Vivid Green Mode for lifelike sports simulation
  • Quiet Operation for Hybrid Lessons and Meetings
  • Stylish Design Blends Into Your Room
  • Available in black or white
  • Digital Zoom Extender and Digital Image Shift
  • 5,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio


Panasonic PT-VMZ82BU Projector Specifications

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Street Price
$7,997
MSRP
n/a
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Status
Shipping
Released
June 2025
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White Brightness
8,000 Lumens (ANSI)1
Resolution
1920x1200
Aspect Ratio
16:10 (WUXGA)
Display Type
0.64" 3LCD
Color Processing
8-bit
Video Modes
720p, 1080i, 1080p/60

Lamp Type
Laser Phosphor
Lamp Life
20,000 hours  / 24,000 hours

Included Lens
1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Optional Lenses
**
Lens Shift
Horizontal +/-20% & Vertical +/-44%
Throw Distance
3.8' - 23.1'  Calculate Throw Distance
Image Size
29.98" - 300.03"
Throw Ratio
1.09:1 - 1.77:1
Digital Zoom
Yes
Digital Keystone
Horizontal & Vertical

Projector Size
5.24" x 15.71" x 13.70"
Weight
15.2 lbs
Audible Noise
35 dB  / 25 dB
Internal Speakers
10.0 Watts Mono
Power
320 Watts 100V - 240V
Connection Panel
Audio In: Mini Jack
Audio Out: Mini Jack
HDBaseT: RJ-45
HDMI x 2
Network: RJ-45
RS232: DB-9pin
USB
VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Wireless Networking

Features
Operate 24/7
Geometric Correction


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ANSI LUMENS  is the most commonly accepted industry standard brightness measurement. The ANSI lumen rating measures the brightest white that a projector can produce by averaging nine light meter measurements taken across the projected image.

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BUYER BEWARE   Either this projector's brightness specification does not cite an industry-accepted unit of measurement, or according to our calculations it seems unlikely that this projector is capable of producing the manufacturer's cited brightness specification.

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