Optoma · 12,000–19,999 lumens · WUXGA
Optoma ZU1700
17,000lumens
1920×1200native
0.65–10.8throw ratio
50.0 kgweight
The Optoma ZU1700 is a 0.67" DLP x 1 projector rated at 17,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1200. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 30,000 hours. 8 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.65:1 to 10.8:1. Released September 2021.
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 width | Height | BX-CTA11 Short Zoom 0.65–0.75:1 | BX-CTA18 Short Zoom 0.84–1.02:1 | BX-CTA19 Wide Zoom 1.02–1.36:1 | BX-CTA20 Semi-Wide Zoom 1.2–1.5:1 | BX-CTA21 Standard Zoom 1.5–2.0:1 | BX-CTA22 Long Zoom 2.0–4.0:1 | BX-CTA23 Extra Long Zoom 4.0–7.2:1 | BX-CTA27 Long Zoom 7.2–10.8:1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.25 m | 1.3–1.5 m | 1.7–2.0 m | 2.0–2.7 m | 2.4–3.0 m | 3.0–4.0 m | 4.0–8.0 m | 8.0–14.4 m | 14.4–21.6 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 1.88 m | 2.0–2.2 m | 2.5–3.1 m | 3.1–4.1 m | 3.6–4.5 m | 4.5–6.0 m | 6.0–12.0 m | 12.0–21.6 m | 21.6–32.4 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 2.5 m | 2.6–3.0 m | 3.4–4.1 m | 4.1–5.4 m | 4.8–6.0 m | 6.0–8.0 m | 8.0–16.0 m | 16.0–28.8 m | 28.8–43.2 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.12 m | 3.2–3.8 m | 4.2–5.1 m | 5.1–6.8 m | 6.0–7.5 m | 7.5–10.0 m | 10.0–20.0 m | 20.0–36.0 m | 36.0–54.0 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 3.75 m | 3.9–4.5 m | 5.0–6.1 m | 6.1–8.2 m | 7.2–9.0 m | 9.0–12.0 m | 12.0–24.0 m | 24.0–43.2 m | 43.2–64.8 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 5.0 m | 5.2–6.0 m | 6.7–8.2 m | 8.2–10.9 m | 9.6–12.0 m | 12.0–16.0 m | 16.0–32.0 m | 32.0–57.6 m | 57.6–86.4 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 6.25 m | 6.5–7.5 m | 8.4–10.2 m | 10.2–13.6 m | 12.0–15.0 m | 15.0–20.0 m | 20.0–40.0 m | 40.0–72.0 m | 72.0–108.0 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 7.5 m | 7.8–9.0 m | 10.1–12.2 m | 12.2–16.3 m | 14.4–18.0 m | 18.0–24.0 m | 24.0–48.0 m | 48.0–86.4 m | 86.4–129.6 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 9.38 m | 9.8–11.2 m | 12.6–15.3 m | 15.3–20.4 m | 18.0–22.5 m | 22.5–30.0 m | 30.0–60.0 m | 60.0–108.0 m | 108.0–162.0 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 12.5 m | 13.0–15.0 m | 16.8–20.4 m | 20.4–27.2 m | 24.0–30.0 m | 30.0–40.0 m | 40.0–80.0 m | 80.0–144.0 m | 144.0–216.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 15.62 m | 16.2–18.8 m | 21.0–25.5 m | 25.5–34.0 m | 30.0–37.5 m | 37.5–50.0 m | 50.0–100.0 m | 100.0–180.0 m | 180.0–270.0 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 18.75 m | 19.5–22.5 m | 25.2–30.6 m | 30.6–40.8 m | 36.0–45.0 m | 45.0–60.0 m | 60.0–120.0 m | 120.0–216.0 m | 216.0–324.0 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 1,511 m² | 49.2 × 30.7 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 302 m² | 22.0 × 13.7 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 101 m² | 12.7 × 7.9 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 50 m² | 9.0 × 5.6 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 30 m² | 7.0 × 4.3 m |
Full specifications
| 3D Modes | Full HD 3D |
|---|---|
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 (WUXGA) |
| Audible Noise | 38 dB / 36 dB (Eco) |
| Best Used For | Higher Education House of Worship Corporate/Business Digital Signage Museum/Exhibits |
| Brightness | 17,000 Lumens (ISO) 2 |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Connection Panel | 12-Volt Trigger DisplayPort DVI Digital Input HD-SDI: BNC HDBaseT: RJ-45 HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin |
| Digital Keystone | Horizontal & Vertical |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
| Display Type | 0.67" DLP x 1 |
| Features | Picture-in-Picture DICOM 24/7 Operation Full HD 3D Edge Blending Geometric Correction HDR Auto Focus Crestron RoomView™ |
| Included Lens | No |
| Internal Speakers | No |
| Lens Shift | Horizontal & Vertical |
| Light Source | Laser Phosphor |
| Light Source Life | 30,000 hours |
| MSRP | $43,749 (USD) |
| Power | 1,000 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 9.80" x 25.60" x 28.00" (HxWxD) |
| Released | September 2021 |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 |
| Status | Shipping |
| Street Price | $24,999 (USD) |
| Video Modes | 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/50, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 110.2 lbs |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
Compatible lenses
| Lens | Throw ratio | Distance for 10 m width |
|---|---|---|
| BX-CTA11 Short Zoom | 0.65–0.75:1 | 6.5–7.5 m |
| BX-CTA18 Short Zoom | 0.84–1.02:1 | 8.4–10.2 m |
| BX-CTA19 Wide Zoom | 1.02–1.36:1 | 10.2–13.6 m |
| BX-CTA20 Semi-Wide Zoom | 1.2–1.5:1 | 12.0–15.0 m |
| BX-CTA21 Standard Zoom | 1.5–2.0:1 | 15.0–20.0 m |
| BX-CTA22 Long Zoom | 2.0–4.0:1 | 20.0–40.0 m |
| BX-CTA23 Extra Long Zoom | 4.0–7.2:1 | 40.0–72.0 m |
| BX-CTA27 Long Zoom | 7.2–10.8:1 | 72.0–108.0 m |
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