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Panasonic Solid Shine Laser Projector 6000LM - White

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655508
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PT-MZ680W
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Panasonic PT-MZ680, 6000 ANSI lumens, LCD, WUXGA (1920x1200), 3000000:1, 16:10, 1016 - 10160 mm (40 - 400")
Well-Balanced Picture Quality
Tuned for Optimal Brightness and Color

Refined optical engine delivers an ideal balance of high brightness and vivid color for clear visibility in well-lit rooms. With a selection of display modes optimized to suit different kinds of content and screen surfaces, and dynamic optimization technologies that continuously adjust the image to suit environment and content, your audience will enjoy comfortably visible pictures without turning the room lights off.

Dynamic Contrast
To best suit the projected content or operating environment, Dynamic Contrast analyzes the input signal frame-by-frame and directly adjusts light-source output according to the contrast requirements of each scene. As well as increasing overall contrast precision, Dynamic Contrast more accurately reproduces scenes where light and dark images frequently interchange.

Daylight View Basic
Daylight View Basic helps deliver sharp, clear images by enhancing detail particularly in dark areas of the image that are otherwise difficult to see in brightly lit rooms. A built-in sensor measures ambient light while Daylight View Basic optimizes halftone color and adjusts brightness according to the surrounding level of illumination.

Detail Clarity Processor 4
Proprietary circuitry analyzes individual video frames to clarify areas of each image containing fine details. Algorithms extract data from four frequency bands of the signal, sharpening outlines, correcting contours, and reducing ringing noise for increased text definition and clearer detail resolution in video and graphics.

Flexible Design Fits Any Space
Unobtrusive Cabinet Blends into the Room

Elegant new cabinet styling helps these projectors blend into the room environment. Use of black for the recessed base makes the side and front panels appear slimmer. By combining unobtrusive styling with quiet operation and clear image visibility, the projection (not the projector) becomes the focus of attention. All-black versions are available for easy concealment in dark environments, such as museums.

Quiet Operation Increases Immersion
With lessons, meetings, conferences, and other events increasingly being held online, it's important that noise from the projector doesn't draw attention away from the presentation. Silent projection helps people focus, whether they're in the room or participating remotely. PT-MZ880 Series includes a Quiet Mode enabling almost inaudible 26 dB* (PT-MZ780/MZ680) or 27 dB* (PT-MZ880) operation, helping these projectors fit unobtrusively into the installation environment while keeping attention focused on the presentation.
* Operating noise is 32 dB in Normal Mode/Eco Mode (PT-MZ780/MZ680) and 34 dB in Normal Mode/Eco Mode (PT-MZ880).

Optional Powered Lenses Including New Ultra-Short-Throw Zoom Lens
PT-MZ880 Series ships with a 1.61 "2.76:1 powered zoom lens and supports a selection of optional fixed and zoom lenses to suit your preferred projector location. These optional lenses include a new zero-offset ET-ELU20 Ultra-Short-Throw Zoom Lens*1, making this projector series not only a great fit for education and corporate use, but also for museum exhibition. When paired with a compatible powered lens, projectionists can perform zoom, focus, and V/H lens-shift adjustments using the projector remote control or Smart Projector Control app*2.
*1 Use of lens requires PT-MZ880 Series with main projector firmware Ver. 1.03 or later. Visit PASS for more information.
*2 Some app functions are not supported by the PT-MZ880 Series. Check device compatibility at App Store or the Google Play Store.

Multi-Screen Support System
- Edge Blending
Edges of adjacent screens can be blended and their brightness controlled.
- Color Matching
Corrects color reproduction variations of each projector via PC control software.
- Digital Image Enlargement
Digital zoom* up to 3x (H/V). Up to nine images (3 x 3) can be edge-blended to create large multi-screen images.

* While input resolution will not change, maintaining image quality is not possible for images enlarged horizontally and vertically via the digital zoom function.

Contrast Sync and Shutter Sync
Contrast Sync synchronizes Dynamic Contrast value among multiple projectors connected via serial in/out terminals. This function increases the uniformity of individual images in a multi-screen system and reduces the visibility of overlapping areas of adjacent images for a seamless widescreen image. Shutter Sync, meanwhile, synchronizes shutter on/off timing for professional fade-in/fade-out effects.
* Includes fade-in and fade-out effects. Projector shutter functions can be set to operate individually if desired.

Geometry Manager Pro Software (Geo Pro Software) with Free Grid
Geo Pro software makes edge-blending calibration and screen geometry adjustments via Windows PC easy. Overlay Free Grid on the projected image to reshape distorted areas by adjusting the position of node or V/H line control-points. Grids of between 2 x 2 and 11 x 11 lines are selectable, and work progress is saved automatically so you can move freely between grid resolutions. Grid and control-point colors are selectable to ensure clear visibility over the projected image.

Note: some functions available in Geo Pro software are not supported by the PT-MZ880 Series.

Built-in Geometric Adjustment Functions
Geometric Adjustment is a suite of functions built into the projector operated via the projector remote control that allow installers to correct distortion when images are projected at an angle, onto curved screens, or over irregular screen surfaces. Correction extends to spherical, cylindrical, and other complex screen shapes without need of a connected PC. Maintain Aspect Ratio and independent Corner Adjustment simplify correction while the ability to save image-adjustment data is useful whenever correction settings needs to be disabled and reapplied, and for saving work progress as an adjustment profile is created.

Three HDMI Inputs Support CEC Commands
HDMI inputs are compatible with control signals sent via a CEC-command-compatible component, giving you limited control over the projector using the compatible source device's remote control. The projectors power up from Standby and commence playback automatically on command from a compatible player, such as optional Wireless Presentation System PressIT, when connected to the projector via HDMI.

Supports 4K Signal Input to Fit Your System Infrastructure
PT-MZ880 Series is compatible with 4K input signals, accepting 4K/60p video* via HDMI inputs or DIGITAL LINK terminal. This capability is useful when integrating the projectors into existing 4K-ready system infrastructure or when it's necessary to distribute the same 4K signal to a network of endpoints with different display resolutions without having to use an external converter or to reencode the source.
* YPBPR 4:2:0 format only for 4K/60p signals input via DIGITAL LINK. Signal resolutions differing from projector resolution are converted to the projector's resolution (1920 x 1200 dots).

USB-DC Output Supports Wireless Presentation System PressIT
The projectors include a 5 V/2 A USB-DC terminal to power optional Wireless Presentation PressIT*1 or an HDMI network streaming device so that groups can easily share content to the big screen from their PCs or mobile devices. PressIT comprises a transmitter that works with Windows PC, Mac, and mobile devices, and a receiver that connects to your projector's HDMI port. The transmitter connects to receiver wirelessly with a single press and allows users to display their device-screen at full size. You can also connect a supported network media streaming device via HDMI and USB for a neat, self-contained installation.

Separate LAN and DIGITAL LINK Terminals
You can choose to control PT-MZ880 Series projectors via a dedicated LAN terminal or the HDBase-T-based DIGITAL LINK connection. Both support 100Base-TX- and 10BaseT-compatible control signals via Panasonic, Crestron Connected, AMX, and Extron applications. With control enabled via LAN, DIGITAL LINK is free to transmit video over long cable runs of up to 150 m* (492 ft).
* 1080/60p signal transmission over distances up to 150 m (492 ft) requires CAT 5e or higher cable with optional ET-YFB200G DIGITAL LINK Switcher (not compatible with 4K signals) and the projector set to Long Reach Mode. Direct transmission is supported over distances up to 100 m (328 ft) for 1080/60p video signals or 50 m (164 ft) for 4K/60p video signals.

Works with Smart Projector Control App
Smart Projector Control is a remote-control app for iOS and Android devices that can be used to adjust, control, and monitor up to 64 projectors individually or simultaneously from anywhere within range of the wireless network. You can use the app to switch the unit on or off, select an input signal, and adjust the projector's OSD menu settings via your device's touchscreen while the projector is in standby or powered up with the shutter on. Projectionists can avoid delays by adjusting OSD settings via smartphone whenever OSD menu projection is inconvenient, such as immediately before a presentation starts. As well as enabling OSD menu operations, the app can be used to adjust lens settings, select test patterns, and focus the projection using your phone camera*1 from distances of up to 30 m*2 (98 ft) away. For more information, visit the Smart Projector Control website.
Note: some Smart Projector Control app functions are not supported on the PT-MZ880 Series. Check device compatibility at App Store or the Google Play Store.
*1 Some mobile devices do not support projector autofocus function.
*2 When projecting a 300-inch image. Maximum distance is 3 m (10 ft) for a 100-inch image.

Color Adjustment
Correct slight variations in the color reproduction range of individual units set up for multiple projection, particularly those in side-by-side configuration. Correction is performed on 3 or 7 colors.

Efficient Eco-Friendly Reliability

Reduced Power Consumption
Power consumption is about 20 %* less than previous models. These savings scale with every projector added to your fleet and make a significant contribution to your organization's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
* PT-MZ880 excluded. Approximate value according to Panasonic testing in comparison to equivalent models in PT-MZ770 Series.

Multi-Laser Drive Engine with Failover Circuitry
Multi-Laser Drive Engine equips multiple laser modules and heat-resistant inorganic phosphor-wheel to enhance projection stability and efficiency. The modules are equipped with proprietary Failover Circuitry. If a single laser diode fails, only diodes in the affected series are bypassed rather than all diodes in the module, as is the case with other projectors. Projection can continue with imperceptible loss in brightness. Failover Circuitry provides an invaluable layer of insurance in situations where image display must be maintained.

Low Maintenance 20,000-hour Operation
Projector maintenance is recommended at about 20,000 hours* to reduce time, cost, and effort to your organization. Long-life laser light-source eliminates hassles associated with lamp disposal (which sometimes contain specified toxic substances) and reduces your consumable parts inventory.
* Around this time, light output will have decreased by approximately 50 %. IEC62087: 2008 Broadcast contents, Normal Mode, Dynamic Contrast [2], under conditions with 30 DegC (86 DegF),
700 m (2,297 ft) above sea level, and 0.15 mg/m3 of particulate matter. Estimated time until light output declines to 50 % varies depending on environment.

Reduced Waste with Lamp-free Design and Eco Filter
Eco Filter includes a Micro Cut Filter that collects minute dust particles with an electrostatic effect. Together with dust-resistant projector cabinet, Eco Filter enables long-term use in dusty conditions with less downtime. Replacement is at about 20,000 hours*1, and the filter can be washed and reused*2. And thanks to the projector's long-life laser light-source, there's no hassles associated with lamp disposal.
*1 Under conditions of 0.15 mg/m3 of particulate matter. Estimated maintenance time varies depending on environment.
*2 Please follow the procedures listed in the operating instructions when washing filter with water. Replacement is recommended after filter has been washed and reused twice, or if filter is not sufficiently clean after washing.

ECO Management System
Energy efficiency is achieved by automatically reducing light-source output power in dim rooms, and by transitioning to a low-power mode when no input signal is detected. These functions are readily accessed via a key on the projector remote control.

Less Packaging for Easy Disposal
Recyclable packing for the projector, accessories, and consumable parts "which can add up in the context of a fleet "is reduced in line with your organization's CSR policy objectives.

Multi Monitoring & Control Software with Optional Early Warning Functions
Panasonic's free AV management software for Windows PC lets you monitor and control up to 2,048 compatible display devices of any brand via LAN to reduce maintenance hassle within display networks of any scale. Multi Monitoring & Control Software enables easy status monitoring, control-command execution, content playlist delivery, playback scheduling, and system map visualization. A free 90-day trial of optional Early Warning software is included and adds extra functionality. It notifies you in the event of a playback or device error, and sends alerts when symptoms of trouble are detected. Maintenance reminders help you to manage parts inventories and to schedule maintenance, while operational reports can be generated and exported as a text file. The software links with compatible network cameras for live screen monitoring, and you can monitor devices remotely from a tablet via VPN. Software data may be acquired via Web API and installed onto an existing monitoring application.
Projector
Screen size compatibility The different screen sizes which the device can work with. 1016 - 10160 mm (40 - 400")
Projector brightness 6000 ANSI lumens
Projection technology LCD
Projector native resolution WUXGA (1920x1200)
Contrast ratio (typical) The difference in light intensity between the brightest white and the darkest black. 3000000:1
Native aspect ratio The aspect ratio is the ratio of the width of an image to its height. The native aspect ratio is the one which the projector/display is particularly designed for. Images shown in native aspect ratio will utilize the entire resolution of the display and achieve maximum brightness. Images shown in other than native aspect ratio will always have less resolution and less brightness than images shown in native aspect ratio. 16:10
Light source
Light source type Laser
Service life of light source 20000 h
Service life of light source (economic mode) 24000 h
Lens system
Zoom capability The amount that the camera lens can zoom.
Throw ratio 1.61 - 2.76:1
Horizontal lens shift range -35 - 35%
Vertical lens shift range -67 - 67%
Video
Full HD Full High Definition (HD) means that a display supports a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixel, and has a digital TV connection.
3D The device can be used with 3D technology.
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity Number of USB 2.0 ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. USB 2.0 was released in April 2000 (now called "Hi-Speed"), adding higher maximum signaling rate of 480 Mbit/s (effective throughput up to 35 MB/s or 280 Mbit/s), USB 2.0 ports are usually black. 1
Audio (L/R) in The two sockets (ports) for receiving left audio signal (white cable) and right audio signal (red cable). 1
Audio (L/R) out The two sockets (ports) for transmitting left audio signal (white cable) and right audio signal (red cable). 1
Serial interface type RS-232C
PC in (D-Sub) The socket (port) to receive input from a PC via a D-sub, which is a connector with a characteristic D-shaped metal shield.
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity Number of VGA (D-Sub) ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. The VGA (D-Sub) connector is a 15 pin connector between a computer and a monitor. It was first introduced in 1987 by IBM. 2
HDMI ports quantity The number of sockets (ports) for HDMI connections. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact audio/video interface for transferring uncompressed video data and compressed/uncompressed digital audio data from a HDMI-compliant device ("the source device") to a compatible computer monitor, video projector, digital television, or digital audio device. HDMI is a digital replacement for existing analog video standards. 3
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in The number of sockets (ports) for RF (radio frequency) connections into the product. 1
Network
Ethernet LAN An Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) interface is present, for a wired conection via a cable.
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports Number of Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports allow a computer to connect to the ethernet. 1
Ethernet LAN data rates The different speed levels of the Ethernet LAN connection. 10,100 Mbit/s
Features
Noise level (economic mode) 32 dB
HDCP High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is a form of digital copy protection to prevent copying of digital audio and video content as it travels across connections.
Noise level The amplitude level of the undesired background noise, usually measured in decibels (db). 32 dB
Multimedia
Built-in speaker(s) The device contains speaker(s) to produce sound.
Design
Market positioning Under which category can the device be positioned in the market, e.g. camera phone. Presentation
Product type The sub-category of the product. Standard throw projector
Product colour The colour e.g. red, blue, green, black, white. White
Housing material What the casing of the product is made of. Plastic
Placement Where the product can be placed e.g. floor, wall. Ceiling, Floor
Power
Power source What is providing power for the product e.g. mains electricity. AC
Power consumption (typical) Amount of power consumed by this model, often expressed in watts (W). Typical values that manufacturers give are power consumption when off, standby/suspended mode, typical use, maximum usage. 330 W
Power consumption (standby) The amount of electricity that is consumed when the product is on standby. 15 W
Power consumption (max) The maximum amount of power used by the device. 330 W
Power consumption (economy mode) 240 W
AC input voltage The voltage of the AC electricity that is inputted into the product. 100 - 240 V
AC input frequency 50 - 60 Hz
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T) The minimum and maximum temperatures at which the product can be safely operated. 0 - 45 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 20 - 80%
Weight & dimensions
Width The measurement or extent of something from side to side. 561 mm
Depth The distance from the front to the back of something. 439 mm
Height The measurement of the product from head to foot or from base to top. 224 mm
Weight Weight of the product without packaging (net weight). If possible, the net weight is given including standard accessories and supplies. Please note that sometimes the manufacturer leaves out the weight of accessories and/or supplies. 17.6 kg
More Information
SKU 655508
MPN PT-MZ680W
Brand Panasonic
Product Condition Brand New/Unused
Product Use General