Optoma ZU507TST 5000-Lumens WUXGA Short Throw Golf Simulator Projector
By Optoma
A Bright, Fixed-Lens Laser Built For Daily Sim Use.
The ZU507TST is Optoma's entry into its WUXGA installation-class laser lineup — a 5,000-lumen fixed short-throw projector with a dust-sealed IP6X optical engine rated for 24/7 operation. It trades native 4K for WUXGA resolution and a lower price point, while keeping the laser durability and lens-shift flexibility that separate an installation projector from a consumer short-throw unit.
Installation-Class Durability At An Entry Price.
5,000-Lumen Laser Brightness
A bright, consistent laser light source at 5,000 lumens holds up in garages and bonus rooms with some ambient light, without the brightness drop-off of a lamp-based projector.
Fixed Short-Throw Lens
A 0.58:1 fixed throw ratio keeps the projector close to the screen and out of the swing path, well suited to standard-depth simulator bays.
Manual Lens Shift
Vertical lens shift from -100 to +110 percent and horizontal shift of ±4 percent give real placement flexibility for mounts that are not perfectly centered on the screen.
IP6X Dust-Sealed Engine
An independently certified IP6X optical engine is rated for 24/7 operation, which matters in bays or facilities that run projectors for extended daily sessions.
HDR-Compatible Image
HDR10 and HLG support add contrast and shadow detail on top of a native WUXGA (1920×1200) panel, with support for 4K signal input up to 60Hz.
Installer-Friendly Connectivity
HDBaseT, RJ45 network control, and RS232 support put the ZU507TST on equal footing with commercial AV installs, not just home theater setups.
Who Is It Best For?
Builders who want laser reliability, 24/7 duty-cycle certification, and installer-grade lens shift, but do not need native 4K resolution or Optoma's higher-lumen commercial tier.
Fixed Optics, Straightforward Placement.
Fixed Short-Throw Geometry
The ZU507TST uses a fixed 0.58:1 lens with no zoom, which simplifies planning since there is only one throw ratio to design a mount around.
- 0.58:1 fixed short-throw ratio, no zoom
- Rated for screens from 30″ to 300″ diagonal
- Ideal for standard-depth home and light-commercial simulator bays
- Native 16:10, compatible with 16:9 and 4:3
Lens Shift & Setup Tools
Manual lens shift and keystone correction handle mounts that cannot sit dead-center on the screen.
- Manual lens shift — vertical -100/+110%, horizontal ±4%
- Auto vertical keystone plus ±15° horizontal/vertical manual correction
- Four-corner correction for squaring the image in real-world rooms
- Use the ESG fitment tool to confirm exact mounting distance before installing
Optoma's Entry-Level Installation Laser Projector.
The ZU507TST is a WUXGA fixed short-throw laser projector rated for approximately 30,000 hours of light source life. It ships with an independently certified IP6X dust-resistant optical engine built for 24/7 operation, positioning it as an installation-grade projector rather than a repurposed home theater unit — at a lower price than Optoma's brighter WUXGA and 4K models.
Optoma publishes a projection distance range of 0.38 to 3.75 meters (about 15″ to 148″) and a screen size range of 30″ to 300″ diagonal for the fixed 0.58:1 lens. Because the exact mounting distance depends on screen width and aspect ratio, run the numbers in the projector fitment tool and throw calculator before finalizing a mount.
Ceiling mount notes: manual vertical lens shift from -100 to +110 percent and horizontal shift of ±4 percent give installers meaningful slack on placement, and auto vertical keystone plus four-corner correction handle any remaining geometry without excessive digital correction.
For PC-based simulators running GSPro, E6 Connect, TGC 2019, or Awesome Golf, the ZU507TST connects via dual HDMI 2.0 inputs, with HDBaseT and RJ45 available for longer commercial cable runs.
The Full ZU507TST Feature Set.
WUXGA Native Resolution
Native 1920 × 1200 resolution with 1.07 billion displayable colors, plus support for 4K signal input up to 3840 × 2160 at 60Hz.
Fixed Short-Throw Projection
0.58:1 fixed throw ratio fills 30″ to 300″ screens from a consistent, predictable mounting distance with no zoom variable.
5,000-Lumen Brightness
Laser-driven brightness holds up in rooms with some ambient light without the output drop-off common to lamp-based projectors over time.
HDR10 & HLG Support
Wide dynamic range support adds contrast depth on top of the native WUXGA panel for both simulator visuals and other content.
Manual Lens Shift
Vertical shift from -100 to +110 percent and horizontal shift of ±4 percent, plus auto vertical keystone and four-corner correction.
Installer Connectivity
2× HDMI 2.0, VGA, composite video, HDBaseT, RJ45 network control, RS232, USB-A power, and 2×10W built-in speakers.
ZU507TST Key Specifications.
| Resolution | WUXGA (1920 × 1200), native 16:10 |
|---|---|
| Brightness | 5,000 lumens |
| Contrast Ratio | 300,000:1 |
| Light Source | Laser, up to 30,000-hour life |
| Throw Ratio | 0.58:1 (fixed short throw) |
| Zoom | None (fixed lens) |
| Lens Shift | Vertical -100%/+110%, Horizontal ±4% (manual) |
| Keystone | ±15° horizontal/vertical, auto vertical keystone, four-corner correction |
| Projection Distance | 0.38m – 3.75m (14.96″ – 147.6″) |
| Screen Size Range | 30″ – 300″ diagonal |
| HDR Support | HDR10, HLG |
| 3D Support | Full 3D |
| Connectivity | 2× HDMI 2.0, VGA in, composite video, HDBaseT, RJ45, RS232, USB-A power, 2× audio 3.5mm |
| Speakers | 2× 10W built-in |
| Operating Noise | 33 dB (eco) – 36 dB (normal) |
| Power Consumption | 240W (min) – 366W (max), <0.5W standby |
| IP Rating | IP6X dust-resistant optical engine |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 374 × 302 × 117 mm (14.7″ × 11.9″ × 4.6″) |
| Weight | 5.3 kg (11.7 lbs) |
| Dealer Status | Elite Sim Golf Authorized Optoma Dealer |
Optoma WUXGA & 4K Short-Throw Projectors.
The ZU507TST is the entry point into Optoma's fixed-lens installation-class laser projectors. These comparisons show where it sits against a brighter WUXGA sibling and Optoma's compact 4K short-throw option.
- Resolution: WXGA (1280×800)
- Brightness: 3,800 lumens
- Light Source: Laser
- Throw Ratio: 0.52:1 (fixed)
- Lens Shift: Fixed offset, no manual shift
- Contrast: 300,000:1
- Native Aspect Ratio: 16:10
- IP Rating: Not rated
- Resolution: WUXGA (1920×1200)
- Brightness: 5,000 lumens
- Light Source: Laser (30,000 hrs)
- Throw Ratio: 0.58:1 (fixed)
- Lens Shift: Vertical -100/+110%, Horizontal ±4%
- Contrast: 300,000:1
- Native Aspect Ratio: 16:10
- IP Rating: IP6X
- Resolution: WUXGA (1920×1200)
- Brightness: 6,000 lumens
- Light Source: Laser (30,000 hrs)
- Throw Ratio: 0.58:1 (fixed)
- Lens Shift: Vertical -100/+110%, Horizontal ±4%
- Contrast: 300,000:1
- Native Aspect Ratio: 16:10
- IP Rating: IP6X
A Dependable Entry Into Installation-Grade Laser.
Choose the Optoma ZU507TST for a fixed-lens laser projector built for daily simulator use, with IP6X sealing rated for 24/7 operation, manual lens shift for off-center mounting, and enough brightness for garages and bonus rooms with some ambient light.
Pair It With An Elite Sim Golf Enclosure
The ZU507TST fits well in a properly sized Eagle 12 enclosure with an impact screen matched to its fixed 0.58:1 throw ratio. Confirm exact mounting distance with the fitment tool before finalizing an install.
Build A Complete SimKit
Configure a turnkey enclosure-plus-projector package or build a custom bay around the ZU507TST from the ground up using the SimKit Bundle Builder.