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Smallest 20 000 lumens Solid Shine Laser Projector
PT-RZ21K
DiscontinuedStunning image quality in a compact body designed for large venues. Laser light source, 3-chip DLP, 21 000 centre lumens, WUXGA, maintenance-free projector.
Key features
Laser 3-chip DLP, smallest and lightest 21 000 centre lumens, WUXGA |
Lamp-free laser projection with dust resistant liquid cooling system for 20000 hours maintenance free operation |
Real maintenance-free projection with filter-less design and no need for smoke-filter |
Un-interrupted projection with dual-light source and built in redundancy inputs |
Geometric Manager Pro, colour matching and edge blending |
Smallest 20 000 lumens Solid Shine Laser Projector. Stunning image quality in a compact body designed for large venues. Exchangeable lens, 24/7 Operation, Digital link, Geometric Adjustment, 360° flexible installation.
PT-RZ21K | PT-RS20K | |
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Brightness | 21,000 lm (Center) / 20,000 lm | 21,000 lm (Center) / 20,000 lm |
Resolution | WUXGA | SXGA+ |
Contrast ratio | 20.000:1 | 20.000:1 |
- More compact
- More colourful
- More flexible
- More reliable
- More of what you love
- The world leader in laser projection
High-brightness in a small package
RZ21K is the number one compact and lightweight projector in the high-brightness class and it has the smallest footprint of any 20,000lm projector. At just 49kg, it’s also extremely lightweight and easy to handle, making it perfect for rental or stage use. The RZ21K is almost the same size as the DZ21K2 and will fit in the same frame.
Incredible colours
If you’re looking for vivid colour and unbelievable brightness, the RZ21K delivers. It combines 3-Chip DLP™ imaging with SOLID SHINE Laser Phosphor technology to give stunning image quality. Solid-state laser light sources and specially engineered heat-resistant phosphor wheels work together with three discrete DLP™ modules (R/G/B) for high brightness, true colour accuracy, and high contrast in large venues: ideal for exhibitions, show and other large events. The RZ21K is compatible with the latest colour space standards so you can be sure it will reproduce images accurately.
Project from any angle
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The RZ21K is compatible with all of our existing 3-Chip DLP lenses including our ET-D75LE95 ultra-short throw lens to make it easy to install, even in tight spaces like galleries and exhibitions. Thanks to SOLID SHINE Laser technology, the projector can handle 360-degree installation through any axis: it can be mounted at whatever angle you like without distorting the picture.
Failsafe design means the show will go on
The RZ21K uses 3-Chip DLP™ for high-quality, high-brightness projection and colour uniformity that lasts forever. The RZ21K’s mounting structure has a rigid design to prevent external vibration affecting the image.
What’s more, it’s completely dust resistant: the laser modules are hermetically sealed so dust can’t get in and the projector has a very efficient filter-less design – a world first. Plus the New Durable Dust-proof Optical System means you’ll get stable projection even in dusty environments. The Dust-proof Optical System and high-performance cooling system combine to give you 20,000 hours of maintenance-free use (in light source output normal mode).
More of what you know and love
With the DZ21, Panasonic created a reference model for large venue and rental projectors. The RZ21K builds on the DZ21’s heritage to give you improved performance along with the inputs and menu layout you’re familiar with. It works perfectly with the DZ21 and DZ21K2 thanks to Mix&Match feature. And thanks to our patent-pending Contrast Synch technology, the RZ21K offers dynamic contrast with high contrast of 20,000:1 even when used in multi-projection applications.
The world leader in laser projection
Panasonic is the world’s most experienced laser projector manufacturer, supplying more of the global market than anyone else.
LASER LIGHT SOURCE
- Light source life span will last more than 20,000 hours
- 20,000 hours maintenance free lifetime
- Real filter-free design with dust resistant optical parts
- Operates at much lower temperature, requiring less energy
- Instant-on/off technology reducing power consumption and making projector instantly usable
- More eco-friendly
- Able to adjust power consumption according to room lighting and brightness of the image
LAMP AS LIGHT SOURCE
- Bulbs no longer functional after brightness falls to 50%
- Lamp-life range: 1,500 to 6,000 hours
- Needs up to 13 lamp changes during 20,000 hrs lifespan
- Need to change or clean filter to keep optical parts free of dust
- Needs up to 20 costly maintenance visits during 20,000 hrs lifespan
- Warm-up time up to two minutes
- Cool-down time five minutes or more
- Remains connected to power supply during cool-down time, increasing power consumption
- Bulb contains mercury and other toxic materials
- Runs at 100% power requirement at all times, causing additional heat output
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Specifications table
Brightness | 21,000 lm (Center)*3*5 / 20,000 lm (Normal)*4*5 |
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Resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
Technology | Laser 3-chip DLP |
DLP™ Chip | Panel Size | 24.4 mm (0.96 inches) diagonal (16:10 aspect ratio) |
DLP™ Chip | Display Method | DLP™ chip x 3, DLP™ projection system |
DLP™ Chip | Pixels | 6,912,000 (1920 x 1200 x 3) pixels |
Light Source | Laser Diode (Laser class: Class 1)*Class 3R for North America. |
Refresh Rate | 120 Hz*2 |
Product series
PT-RZ21K Series
PT-RZ21K Series | |||
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Model | |||
Lens test | Optional (no lens included with this model), powered zoom, powered focus lens | Optional (no lens included with this model) | |
DLP™ Chip | Panel Size | 24.4 mm (0.96 inches) diagonal (16:10 aspect ratio) | 0.9 inch diagonal (16:10 aspect ratio) | |
DLP™ Chip | Display Method | DLP™ chip x 3, DLP™ projection system | DLP™ chip x 3, DLP™ projection system | |
DLP™ chip | Number of Pixels | 6,912,000 (1920 x 1200 x 3) pixels | 49,152,000 (12,288,000 x 4) pixels when Quad Pixel Drive set to ON, 4,096,000 (2560 x 1600) x 3, total of 12,288,000 pixels when Quad Pixel Drive set to OFF | |
Brightness | 21,000 lm (Center)*3*5 / 20,000 lm (Normal)*4*5 | 21000 lumens (centre) | 21,000 lm (Center)*2 / 20,000 lm*3 |
Light Source | Laser Diode (Laser class: Class 1)*Class 3R for North America. | Laser diodes (Laser class: Class 1) (Class 3R for US models), Light source life: 20,000 hours (NORMAL mode, brightness decreases to approx. 50 %) | |
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels | SXGA+ | 4K+ (5120 x 3200) (Quad Pixel Drive: ON) |
Contrast Ratio | 20,000:1 (Full On/Full Off, Dynamic Contrast Mode: 3) | 20,000:1 (Full On/Full Off, Dynamic Contrast Mode: 3) | |
Screen Size | 1.78-25.4 m (70-1,000 in) with 16:10 aspect ratio
1.78-15.24 m (70-600 in) with the ET-D75LE8, 16:10 aspect ratio
3.05-15.24 m (120-600 in) with the ET-D75LE95, 16:10 aspect ratio | 70-1,000 inch with 16:10 aspect ratio
70-600 inch with the ET-D75LE8 / ET-D3LET80, 16:10 aspect ratio
120-600 inch with the ET-D75LE95, 16:10 aspect ratio | |
Lens | Optional (no lens included with this model), powered zoom, powered focus lens | Optional (no lens included with this model) | |
Installation | Ceiling/floor, front /rear, free 360-degree installation | Horizontal/vertical, free 360-degree installation | |
Terminals | SDI In 1 | BNC x 1
SD-SDI signal SMPTE ST 259 compliant
HD-SDI signal SMPTE ST 292 compliant
3G-SDI signal SMPTE ST 424, 425-2 compliant
Dual link HD-SDI (LINK A) signal SMPTE ST 372 compliant
Dual link 3G-SDI (Link 1) signal SMPTE ST 425-3 compliant | ||
Terminals | HDMI In | HDMI 19-pin x1
HDCP compatible, Deep Color compatible | ||
Terminals | DVI-D In | DVI-D 24-pin x1
Single link, DVI 1.0 compliant, HDCP compatible | ||
Terminals | RGB 1 In | BNC x 5 | ||
Terminals | RGB 1 In | R, G, B | R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
G: 0.7 Vp-p (G: 1.0 Vp-p for sync on G), 75 ohms,
B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
HD, VD/SYNC: TTL, high impedance, positive/negative automatic | ||
Terminals | RGB 1 In | Y, PB, PR (Y, CB, CR) | Y: 1.0 Vp-p (including sync signal), PB/PR (CB/CR): 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms | ||
Terminals | RGB 1 In | Video in | BNC x 1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms | ||
Terminals | RGB 2 In | D-sub HD 15-pin (female) x 1 | ||
Terminals | RGB 2 In | R, G, B | R: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms,
G: 0.7 Vp-p (G: 1.0 Vp-p for sync on G), 75 ohms,
B: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms
HD, VD/SYNC: TTL, high impedance, positive/negative automatic | ||
Terminals | RGB 2 In | Y, PB, PR (Y, CB, CR) | Y: 1.0 Vp-p (including sync signal), PB/PR (CB/CR): 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms | ||
Terminals | Multi Projector Sync In | BNC x 1 | ||
Terminals | Multi Projector Sync Out | BNC x 1 | ||
Terminals | Serial In | D-sub 9-pin x 1 for external control (RS-232C compliant) | D-sub 9-pin (female) x 1 for external control (RS-232C compliant) | |
Terminals | Serial Out | D-sub 9-pin x 1 for link control | D-sub 9-pin (male) x 1 for link control | |
Terminals | Remote 1 In | M3 jack x 1 for wired remote control | M3 x 1 for wired remote control, link control | |
Terminals | Remote 1 Out | M3 jack x 1 for link control | M3 x 1 for wired remote control, link control | |
Terminals | Remote 2 In | D-sub 9-pin x 1 for external control (parallel) | D-sub 9-pin (female) x 1 for external control (parallel) | |
Terminals | DIGITAL LINK | RJ-45 x 1 for network connection, 100Base-TX
PJLink™ (class 2) compatible, Art-Net compatible | RJ-45 x 1 for network, DIGITAL LINK connection (HDBaseT™ compliant), 100Base-TX, compatible with Art-Net, PJLink™ (Class 2), Deep Color, HDCP2.2 | |
Terminals | DC Out | USB connector (type A) x 2 for power supply only (DC 5V, Max 2A) | USB Type A x 2 (for power supply DC 5V total of 2 A) | |
Terminals | Expansion Slot | SLOT 1 / SLOT 2 (total two terminals, vacant) for interface boards, SLOT NX compatible | ||
Power Supply | AC 200V-240V, 7.7A, 50/60Hz
The light output will decrease to approximately 1/2 when using the projector with
AC 100V to AC 120V [9.6A]. | AC 200-240 V, 50/60 Hz; AC 100-200 V, 50/60 Hz (brightness is restricted with lower voltage) | |
Power Consumption | 1,510 W (1,525 VA [AC200V]) (0.3 W with Standby Mode set to Eco*1,
4 W with Standby Mode set to Normal)
1,217W (Normal Mode), 972 W (Eco Mode)
Operating Temperature: 25 °C (77 °F), Altitude: 700m (2,297ft),
IEC627087: 2008 Broadcast contents, Picture mode: Standard, Dynamic contrast [2] | TBD | |
Cabinet Materials | Molded plastic | Molded plastic | |
Operation Noise | TBD | ||
Operating Environment | Operating temperature: 0-50 °C (32-122 °F)*10; Operating humidity: 10-80 % (no condensation) | Operating temperature: 32-113 °F *6, operating humidity: 10-80 % (no condensation) | |
Dimensions | 598 x 270 x 725 mm (23 17/32inch x 10 5/8inch x 28 17/32inch ) (not including protruding parts) | 23 17/32 inch x 10 5/8 inch x 28 17/32 inch (not including protruding parts) | |
Weight | *9 Approximately 49kg (108 lbs) (not including lens) | Approx. 122 lbs | |
Applicable Software/Application | Logo Transfer Software, Multi Monitoring & Control Software, Geometry Manager Pro, Smart Projector Control for iOS/Android™ |
Accessories & Software
Geometry Manager Pro
ET-UK20
Geometric adjustment option for 3D mapping and complex projection adjustments.
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Autoscreen Adjustment
ET-CUK10_CUK10P
Expends Geometry Manager Pro software allowing automatic adjustment of multi-screen or curved-screen projections.
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Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LEU101
Deliver Spectacular Images at Short Distance with New Zero-Offset Lenses
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LEW201
Deliver Spectacular Images at Short Distance with New Zero-Offset Lenses
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LEF70
Fisheye lens for 3-Chip DLP projectors perfect for dome and planetarium projection
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LEW50
0.7:1 throw ratio (WUXGA) Fixed-focus Lens for 3-Chip DLP Projectors
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LEW60
0.9-1.1:1 throw ratio (WUXGA) Zoom Lens for 3-Chip DLP Projectors
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LES20
1.7-2.4:1 throw ratio (WUXGA) Zoom Lens for 3-Chip DLP Projectors
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LET80
7.3-13.8:1 throw ratio (WUXGA) Zoom Lens for 3-Chip DLP Projectors
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LEW10
1.26 - 1.72 (WUXGA) Zoom Lens for 3-Chip DLP Projectors
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LET40
4.94-7.94:1 for PT-RQ32K/RQ22K (16:10 aspect ratio) 4.61-7.41:1 for PT-RZ31K/RZ21K (16:10 aspect ratio) 4.99-8.02:1 for PT-RS30K/RS20K (4:3 aspect ratio)
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LEU100
Project in tight spaces from very short throw-distances. With zero offset capability, these two lens options widen the versatility of Panasonic’s 3-Chip DLP™ lineup.
Lenses for 3-Chip DLP < 35.000 lumens
ET-D3LEW200
The Zero Offset Ultra Short Throw Fixed-Focus Lens is designed for compatibility with RZ21 series, RZ31 series projectors.
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Software
Multi Monitoring and Control Software
Remote control, monitoring, and live status reporting about your projectors and displays fleet from an intranet.
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Brackets
ET-PKD520S
The Low ceiling mount bracket is designed for compatibility with PT-DZ21K2E, PT-DS20K2E, PT-DW17K2E, PT-DZ16K2, PT-RZ12K, PT-RQ13K projectors.
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Frames
ET-RFD60
The rental frames are sturdy, strong and visually appealing. In addition, they offer a horizontal and vertical adjustment feature for the ideal projector position.
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DIGITAL LINK Switcher
ET-YFB200G
2 x DIGITAL LINK (based on HDBaseT™ technology) terminals output uncompressed HD digital video, audio and command signals to two projectors/displays.
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DIGITAL LINK Switcher
ET-YFB200G
2 x DIGITAL LINK (based on HDBaseT™ technology) terminals output uncompressed HD digital video, audio and command signals to two projectors/displays.
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Digital Interface Box
ET-YFB100G
By combining the ET-YFB100G with a DIGITAL LINK-ready device, video, audio and control signals can be transmitted over a single cable.
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Digital Interface Box
ET-YFB100G
By combining the ET-YFB100G with a DIGITAL LINK-ready device, video, audio and control signals can be transmitted over a single cable.
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Related resources
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Brochures
PT-RQ22K,RZ21K Series Catalog PDF (English) [G]
Catalog PDF: PT-RQ22K, RZ21K/RS20K (English) [G]
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Operating Instructions
PT-RZ21K Series Operating Instructions (English)
Operating Instructions: RZ21K/RS20K (English)
Operating Instructions
ET-D75MKS10 Operating Instructions (English)
Operating Instructions: PT-RQ32K/RZ31K/RS30K/RZ21K/RS20K/D75LE6/D75LE8/D75LE10/D75LE20/D75LE30/D75LE40 (English)
Operating Instructions
ET-D3LEF70 Operating Instructions (English)
Operating Instructions: ET-D3LEF70 (English)
Operating Instructions
ET-D3LEW60/D3LES20/D3LET80/D3LEW50 Operating Instructions (English)
Operating Instructions: ET-D3LEW60/D3LES20/D3LET80/D3LEW50 (English)
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Technical Documents
PT-RZ21K Series, PT-RZ21K/RS20K RS-232C control spec (English, Chinese, Japanese)
RS-232C control spec: RZ21K/RS20K (English, Chinese, Japanese)
Technical Documents
PT-RQ32K/RZ31K/RS30K/RQ22K/RZ21K/RS20K/RQ13K/RZ12K/RS11K RS-232C control spec (English/Japanese/Chinese)
RS-232C control spec: PT-RQ32K/RZ31K/RS30K/RQ22K/RZ21K/RS20K/RQ13K/RZ12K/RS11K (English/Japanese/Chinese)
White Paper
How Technology Driven Experiences Can Help Organisations Progress
Components: RZ21K / RZ21K
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Installation Manuals
Geometry Manager Pro (Including ET-CUK10 / ET-UK20) (English)
Operating Instructions: Geometry Manager Pro (English)
Installation Manuals
ET-PKD520B Installation Instructions (English)
Installation Instructions: ET-PKD520B/PT-RQ13K/RZ12K/RS11K/DZ21K2/DS20K2/DW17K2/DZ16K2 (English)
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