Features
A Perfect Balance of High Brightness and Rich Color
Weighing just 23.3 kg4 (51.6 lbs) (TBD), PT-MZ20K Series is the smallest and lightest projector in its class with up to 20,000 lm1 brightness. Its refined optical engine balances high brightness and vivid color for clear visibility in well-lit rooms. In addition to Pure White Generator, Panasonic’s Next Generation Dynamic Contrast technology deepens blacks in dark scenes and brightens content on dark backgrounds.
Harmonious Integration into Hybrid Spaces
PT-MZ20K Series fits seamlessly into your AV system, delivering full brightness on standard AC 100–240 V power. It supports 4K signals2, CEC command-compatible5 HDMI® to link control with Wireless Presentation System PressIT6 and other devices, Smart Projector Control app7 with NFC8 function, optional lenses including ET-EMU100 Ultra-Short-Throw Zoom Lens, and preactivated upgrade kits for Geo Pro9. Unobtrusive design harmonizes with your space, while quiet 36 dB10 operation minimizes distractions.
Stress-free Reliability and High Efficiency
Multi-Laser Drive Engine and Backup Input11 support continuous projection even in the event of trouble. No light source and filter maintenance is required for 20,000 hours12. In addition, the projector is designed to have high brightness and low power consumption, so it can be used for a long time while considering the environment.
1 Light output of PT-MZ20KL. As of June 2022, based on publicly available dimensions, weight, and operation noise values for laser projectors with 20,000 lm brightness and above. Measurement, measuring conditions, and method of notation all comply with ISO/IEC 21118: 2020 international standards. Value is average of all products when shipped.
2 Input signals are converted to the projector’s display resolution upon playback. 4K/60p signals are supported via HDMI and DIGITAL LINK terminals. YPBPR 4:2:0 format only for 4K/60p and 4K/50p signals input via DIGITAL LINK.
3 Measurement, measuring conditions, and method of notation all comply with ISO/IEC 21118: 2020 international standards. Value is average of all products when shipped.
4 Value is tentative. Weight of actual product may differ at time of release.
5 Depending on the connected CEC command-compatible device, the link control may not operate normally.
6 Wireless Presentation System PressIT is sold separately. Availability may vary by country or region. For more information, please click here. Only available in select regions. Please check with your local distributor for details.
7 Check device compatibility at the App Store or the Google Play store.
8 Projectors sold in some countries or regions require an ET-NUK10 Upgrade Kit available from PASS to activate NFC function. See NFC Regional Compatibility List for details.
9 Geometry Manager Pro software for Windows® and preactivated upgrade kits require projector registration. Visit PASS to register your projector and download free software.
10 For PT-MZ20KL. Noise levels for other models are PT-MZ17KL: 39 dB (NORMAL)/33 dB (QUIET); PT-MZ14KL/MZ11KL: 36 dB (NORMAL)/31 dB (QUIET). All values are tentative. Brightness is reduced when operating the projector in QUIET Mode.
11 Input signals to primary and backup inputs must be identical.
12 Around this time, light output will have decreased to approximately 50 % of its original level ([PICTURE MODE]: [DYNAMIC], Dynamic Contrast set to [3], temperature 30 °C (86 °F), elevation 700 m (2,297 ft) with 0.15 mg/m3 of particulate matter). Replacement of parts other than the light source may be required in a shorter period. Estimated time until light output declines to 50 % varies depending on environment. Filter cleaning cycle varies depending on environment. Filter can be washed and reused up to two times.
Specifications (Tentative, as of October 2022)
| PT-MZ20KL | PT-MZ17KL | |
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| Projector type | LCD projectors | |
| LCD panel | ||
| Size | 25.4 mm (1.0 in) diagonal (16:10 aspect ratio) | |
| Display system | Transparent LCD panel (x 3, R/G/B) | |
| Drive method | Active matrix method | |
| Pixels | 2,304,000 (1920 x 1200 pixels) | |
| Light source | Laser diode | |
| Light output1, 2 | 20,000 lm | 16,500 lm (TBD) |
| Time until light output declines to 50 %3 |
20,000 hours (NORMAL/QUIET) | |
| Resolution | WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | |
| Contrast ratio1 | 3,000,000:1 (Full On/Full Off) (When [PICTURE MODE] is set to [DYNAMIC] and Dynamic Contrast set to [3].) | |
| Screen size (diagonal) | 2.03–15.24 m (80–600 in), 2.54–10.16 m (100–400 in) with ET-EMU100, 2.03–12.7 m (80–500 in) with ET-EMT8004, 16:10 aspect ratio |
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| Center-to-corner zone ratio1 | 85 % | |
| Lens | Optional (no lens included with this model) | |
| Lens shift (from center of screen) |
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| Vertical | ±60 % (+50 %, -20 % with ET-EMU100, ±40 % with ET-EMW200, ±50 % with ET-EMW300) (powered) | |
| Horizontal | ±20 % (±19 % with ET-EMW200) (powered) | |
| Keystone correction range | Vertical: ±45 ° (±5 ° with ET-EMU100, ±14 ° with ET-EMW200/ET-EMW300, ±22 ° with ET-EMW400/ET-EMW500), Horizontal: ±40 ° (±0 ° with ET-EMU100, ±8 ° with ET-EMW200/ET-EMW300, ±15 ° with ET-EMW400/ET-EMW500) When [VERTICAL KEYSTONE] and [HORIZONTAL KEYSTONE] are used simultaneously, correction cannot be made exceeding a total of 55 °. |
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| Installation | Ceiling/floor, front/rear, free 360-degree installation | |
| Terminals | ||
| SDI IN | BNC x 1: 3G/HD-SDI input | |
| HDMI IN | HDMI 19-pin x 2 (Compatible with HDCP 2.3, Deep Color, 4K/60p signal input5), CEC supported | |
| SERIAL/MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC IN |
D-sub 9-pin (female) x 1 for external control (RS-232C compliant) | |
| SERIAL/MULTI PROJECTOR SYNC OUT |
D-sub 9-pin (male) x 1 for link control (RS-232C compliant) | |
| REMOTE 1 IN | D-sub 9-pin (female) × 1 for external control (parallel) | |
| REMOTE 2 IN | M3 x 1 for wired remote control | |
| REMOTE 2 OUT | M3 x 1 for link control (for wired remote control) | |
| DIGITAL LINK | RJ-45 x 1 for network and DIGITAL LINK connection (video/network/serial control) (HDBaseT™ compliant), 100Base-TX (Compatible with PJLink™ [Class 2], Art-Net, HDCP 2.3, Deep Color, 4K/60p signal input5) |
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| LAN | RJ-45 x 1 for network connection, 10Base-T, 100Base-TX (Compatible with PJLink™ [Class 2], Art-Net) | |
| DC OUT | USB Connector (Type A) x 1 for power supply (Output 5 V/2 A) | |
| USB | USB connector (Type A) x 1 for optional AJ-WM50 Series Wireless Module, for USB memory | |
| Power supply | AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz | |
| Power consumption6 | ||
| Maximum power consumption | 1,150 W (11.5–5 A) (1,160 VA) (TBD) | 950 W (9.5 A–5 A) (960 VA) (TBD) |
| On-mode power consumption (Operating mode) |
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| Cabinet materials | Molded plastic | |
| Filter | Included (Estimated maintenance time: approx. 20,000 hours7) | |
| Operation noise1 | 42 dB (NORMAL), 36 dB (QUIET) (TBD) | 39 dB (NORMAL), 33 dB (QUIET) (TBD) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
Approx. 650 x 2118 x 440 mm9 (25 19/32˝ x 8 5/16˝8 x 17 5/16˝9) (TBD) | |
| Weight10 | Approx. 23.3 kg (51.6 lbs) (TBD) | |
| Operating environment | Operating temperature: 0–45 °C (32–113 °F)11, operating humidity: 10–80 % (no condensation) | |
| Applicable software | Logo Transfer Software, Multi Monitoring & Control Software, Early Warning Software, Geometry Manager Pro, Projector Network Setup Software, Smart Projector Control for iOS/Android™ |
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