Optoma ZH450ST 4200-Lumens 1080p Short Throw Golf Simulator Projector
By Optoma
The Brightest 1080p Laser Projector In The ESG Lineup.
The ZH450ST pairs native 1080p Full HD resolution with 4,200 ANSI lumens, the highest brightness rating of any short-throw laser projector Elite Sim Golf carries. A sealed 30,000-hour DuraCore laser light source, IP6X dust protection, and a fixed 0.496:1 throw ratio make it a strong fit for larger bays or rooms with more ambient light.
Maximum Brightness For 1080p Simulator Play.
4,200-Lumen Laser Engine
At 4,200 ANSI lumens, the ZH450ST outshines every other 1080p short-throw laser projector in the Elite Sim Golf catalog, holding up better against windows, overhead lighting, and larger screens.
True Native 1080p
Full HD 1920 × 1080 resolution rendered natively, with no pixel-shifting involved, for a clean, predictable image on impact screens.
Maintenance-Free DuraCore Laser
A sealed laser light source rated for up to 30,000 hours eliminates lamp changes and holds brightness consistently over years of daily simulator use.
IP6X Sealed Optical Engine
Dust-sealed internals are built for garage, basement, and outbuilding installs where airborne debris is a long-term concern.
360-Degree & Portrait Mounting
Rated for 360-degree orientation and portrait mode installation, giving installers flexibility beyond a standard ceiling mount.
24/7 Duty-Cycle Rated
Built for continuous operation, a relevant spec for commercial sim bays and high-traffic dealer demo rooms.
Who Is It Best For?
Builders working with larger screens, brighter rooms, or commercial spaces where 1080p resolution is acceptable in exchange for the highest brightness and longest continuous-duty rating in the ESG short-throw lineup.
A Tight Mounting Footprint For Bigger Screens.
Fixed Short-Throw Geometry
The ZH450ST's fixed 0.496:1 lens keeps the projector close to the screen while still supporting some of the largest screen sizes in the category.
- 0.496:1 fixed short-throw ratio, no zoom
- Screen size range up to 292″ diagonal
- Native 16:9 aspect, compatible with 4:3 and 16:10
- 115% native lens offset for above-centerline ceiling mounts
Installer Checklist
No motorized zoom or lens shift on this model, so precise placement at install time matters more than on a zoom-equipped projector.
- Manual focus, fixed lens
- ±15° horizontal and vertical keystone correction
- IP6X sealed engine tolerates dustier install environments
- Confirm throw distance with the projector fitment tool before mounting
A High-Brightness 1080p Laser Platform.
The ZH450ST is a native 1080p Full HD short-throw projector built around Optoma's sealed DuraCore laser light engine, rated for up to 30,000 hours — and it carries the highest lumen output of any short-throw laser model Elite Sim Golf sells, at 4,200 ANSI lumens.
With a fixed 0.496:1 throw ratio and a published projection distance of 15.75″ to 125.98″, the ZH450ST mounts close behind the hitting area while still reaching screen sizes up to roughly 292″ diagonal. Because the lens has no zoom to compensate for placement error, confirm the exact lens-to-screen distance for the target screen size using the ESG projector fitment tool and throw calculator before finalizing the mount.
Ceiling mount notes: 360-degree orientation support and portrait-mode capability give installers more flexibility than a standard front-ceiling mount alone, and the IP6X sealed optical engine holds up in garages and unfinished basements where dust exposure is a long-term concern.
For PC-based simulators running GSPro, E6 Connect, TGC 2019, or Awesome Golf, the ZH450ST connects over either of its two HDMI 2.0 inputs, with RJ45 network control available for building or dealer-floor integration.
The Full ZH450ST Feature Set.
Native 1080p Full HD Resolution
True 1920 × 1080 resolution with no pixel-shifting, delivering a clean, predictable image for course graphics and UI overlays.
Fixed Short-Throw Projection
0.496:1 throw ratio fills a 100″ image from roughly four feet, suited to enclosures with limited mount depth.
4,200 ANSI Lumens
The brightest short-throw laser rating in the ESG catalog, built for rooms with windows, overhead lighting, or larger screens.
High Dynamic Contrast
300,000:1 native contrast, up to 2,000,000:1 dynamic, for solid shadow detail and highlight separation on course visuals.
HDR10 & HLG Support
HDR-capable content is tone-mapped for a wider dynamic range on compatible sources.
Full Connectivity Suite
2× HDMI 2.0, USB-A power (1.5A), RS232, RJ45 network control, and 3.5mm audio out cover PC-based sims and integration needs.
ZH450ST Key Specifications.
| Resolution | 1080p Full HD (1920 × 1080 native) |
|---|---|
| Brightness | 4,200 ANSI lumens |
| Contrast Ratio | 300,000:1 native / 2,000,000:1 dynamic |
| Light Source | DuraCore laser, up to 30,000 hours |
| Throw Ratio | 0.496:1 (fixed) |
| Zoom / Lens Shift | Fixed, manual focus — no zoom, no lens shift |
| Projection Distance | 15.75″–125.98″ |
| Screen Size Range | 36″–292″ diagonal |
| Keystone | ±15° horizontal, ±15° vertical |
| Native Aspect Ratio | 16:9 (4:3, 16:10 compatible) |
| HDR Support | HDR10, HLG |
| Inputs | 2× HDMI 2.0, USB-A power (1.5A), RS232, RJ45, 3.5mm audio out |
| Dust Protection | IP6X sealed optical engine |
| 3D Support | Full 3D (frame sequential) |
| Orientation | 360° operation, portrait mode supported |
| Duty Cycle | 24/7 continuous operation rated |
| Noise Level | 29 dB (min) / 36 dB (max) |
| Power Consumption | 119W (min) / 173W (max) / 0.5W standby |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 10.79″ × 8.5″ × 4.49″ |
| Weight | ~6.61 lbs |
| Dealer Status | Elite Sim Golf Authorized Optoma Dealer |
Optoma 1080p Short-Throw Projectors.
The ZH450ST tops the ESG 1080p short-throw lineup on brightness. These related Optoma models cover the entry-level WXGA option and the mid-tier 1080p step-down for smaller budgets.
- Resolution: WXGA (1280×800, 16:10)
- Brightness: 3,600 ANSI lumens
- Light Source: DuraCore laser (30,000 hrs)
- Throw Ratio: 0.521:1 (fixed)
- Contrast: 300,000:1 (2,000,000:1 dynamic)
- HDR: Not supported
- Connectivity: 2× HDMI 1.4a, RJ45, RS232
- Dust Protection: IP6X sealed engine
- Resolution: 1080p Full HD (1920×1080)
- Brightness: 4,200 ANSI lumens
- Light Source: DuraCore laser (30,000 hrs)
- Throw Ratio: 0.496:1 (fixed)
- Contrast: HDR10 + HLG
- Input Lag: 8.4 ms (1080p/120Hz)
- Connectivity: 2× HDMI 2.0 (4K input), VGA-in, RJ45
- Extras: Smart Fit app, golf sim color preset
- Resolution: 1080p Full HD (1920×1080)
- Brightness: 4,200 ANSI lumens
- Light Source: DuraCore laser (30,000 hrs)
- Throw Ratio: 0.496:1 (fixed)
- Contrast: 300,000:1 (2,000,000:1 dynamic)
- HDR: HDR10, HLG
- Connectivity: 2× HDMI 2.0, RS232, RJ45
- Duty Cycle: 24/7 continuous rated
Maximum Brightness, Laser Reliability.
Choose the Optoma ZH450ST for the brightest 1080p short-throw laser projector in the Elite Sim Golf catalog, built for larger screens, brighter rooms, and continuous commercial-grade duty cycles.
Pair It With An Elite Sim Golf Enclosure
The ZH450ST's brightness and near-300″ screen size range make it a strong match for a properly sized Eagle 12 enclosure with a large-format impact screen.
Build A Complete SimKit
Configure a turnkey enclosure, screen, and ZH450ST simulator package, or build a custom bay from the ground up using the SimKit Bundle Builder.