Optoma ZU920TST 9800-Lumens WUXGA Short Throw Golf Simulator Projector
By Optoma
Maximum Output, Minimum Mounting Depth.
The ZU920TST tops Optoma's WUXGA short-throw trio with the brightest laser engine, the shortest throw ratio, and the widest lens shift range of the three. It uses a different lens assembly than the ZU725TST and ZU820TST — built for bays that need the projector to sit closer to the screen, cover a larger image, or hold up in a room with meaningfully more ambient light.
The Flagship Of The WUXGA Short-Throw Trio.
Top-Tier DuraCore Laser Engine
8,200 ANSI lumens (9,800 lumens white light output) is the highest brightness rating in this three-model lineup, built for larger screens and rooms with real ambient light.
Shortest Throw In The Family
A 0.65–0.75:1 throw ratio with 1.15× motorized zoom lets the projector sit closer to the screen than the ZU725TST or ZU820TST, useful in shallower enclosures.
Widest Lens Shift Range
Vertical shift up to ±55% and horizontal up to ±25% gives the most placement flexibility of the three models, useful when the ceiling mount cannot sit dead-center.
Dual HDMI 2.0 Inputs
Two independent HDMI 2.0 inputs plus HDBaseT simplify running multiple sources or a longer cable path from the sim PC to the mount point.
Dust-Resistant IP5X Engine
Certified to IEC 60529 for dust resistance and rated for 24/7 operation — the same durable engineering standard as the rest of the lineup, in the brightest package.
4K And HDR Signal Compatible
Accepts 4K and HDR10/HLG source signals, with ProjectorCentral independently measuring over 9,000 ANSI lumens on a review sample — ahead of Optoma's own rating.
Who Is It Best For?
Builders working with larger screens, brighter rooms, or shallower mounting depths who want the most laser output and lens flexibility available in Optoma's WUXGA short-throw line, without moving up to a 4K panel.
The Shortest Mounting Distance In The Lineup.
Short-Throw Geometry
The ZU920TST uses a different, wider lens than the ZU725TST and ZU820TST, letting it sit closer to the screen while still filling a large image.
- 0.65–0.75:1 throw ratio — the shortest in this three-model family
- 1.15× motorized zoom to fine-tune image size without moving the mount
- Screen size range of roughly 50″–300″ diagonal
- Native 16:10 plus 4:3 and 16:9 support
Lens Shift & Alignment
The widest lens shift range in the lineup gives installers the most room to correct for a mount that cannot sit perfectly centered on the screen.
- Vertical lens shift up to ±55% via remote
- Horizontal lens shift up to ±25% via remote
- Digital keystone correction, ±30° horizontal and vertical, for final squaring
- Use the ESG fitment tool to confirm exact mounting distance before drilling
The Brightest, Shortest-Throw Optic In The Lineup.
The ZU920TST is a WUXGA short-throw laser projector built on Optoma's ProScene installation platform, positioned above the ZU725TST and ZU820TST on brightness and mounting flexibility. Its DuraCore laser light source is rated for approximately 30,000 hours in Eco mode, holding brightness steady across years of nightly simulator use instead of the gradual dimming lamp-based projectors show after 1,000–2,000 hours.
The 0.65–0.75:1 short-throw range with 1.15× motorized zoom is the shortest and widest-angle lens in this family, letting the projector mount closer to the screen than either the ZU725TST or ZU820TST. Because exact projection distance depends on the specific screen width and enclosure depth in a given bay, run the numbers in the ESG projector fitment tool and throw calculator before finalizing a mount location.
Ceiling mount notes: with lens shift up to ±55% vertical and ±25% horizontal — the widest range in the lineup — the ZU920TST tolerates an off-center mount point better than its siblings, and digital keystone correction handles any remaining squaring from the remote.
For PC-based simulators running GSPro, E6 Connect, TGC 2019, or Awesome Golf, the ZU920TST connects via either of its two independent HDMI 2.0 inputs or HDBaseT, simplifying multi-source setups or longer cable runs from the sim PC.
The Full ZU920TST Feature Set.
WUXGA Native Resolution
Native 1920 × 1200 resolution at a 16:10 aspect ratio, with 4:3 and 16:9 support for source material shot in different formats.
Short-Throw Projection
0.65–0.75:1 throw ratio with 1.15× motorized zoom covers roughly 50″–300″ screens from the shortest mounting depth in the lineup.
8,200 ANSI Lumens
Rated at 9,800 lumens white light output, the highest in the family — ProjectorCentral measured over 9,000 ANSI lumens on a review sample.
3,000,000:1 Contrast
Dynamic contrast ratio of 3,000,000:1 keeps shadow and highlight detail distinct even at this brightness level.
HDR10 + HLG Signal Support
Accepts HDR10 and HLG source signals along with 4K input up to 60p for expanded dynamic range in both sim play and entertainment use.
Dual HDMI + HDBaseT Connectivity
Two independent HDMI 2.0 inputs, HDBaseT, VGA, RS232, RJ45 LAN, and dual 10W built-in speakers.
ZU920TST Key Specifications.
| Resolution | WUXGA native (1920 × 1200), 16:10 |
|---|---|
| Brightness | 8,200 ANSI lumens (9,800 lumens white light output) |
| Contrast Ratio | 3,000,000:1 dynamic / 1,100:1 full on-off |
| Light Source | DuraCore laser (up to 30,000-hour life, Eco mode) |
| Throw Ratio | 0.65:1 – 0.75:1 |
| Zoom | 1.15× motorized |
| Lens Shift | Vertical ±55%, horizontal ±25% (motorized) |
| Keystone | Digital, ±30° horizontal, ±30° vertical |
| Native Aspect Ratio | 16:10 (supports 4:3, 16:9) |
| HDR Support | HDR10, HLG (4K signal compatible) |
| 3D Support | Full 3D (DLP-Link and 3D sync) |
| Inputs | HDBaseT, 2× HDMI 2.0, VGA, 3D sync, audio 3.5mm |
| Outputs / Control | HDMI 2.0 out, USB-A power, RS232, RJ45 LAN, 12V trigger |
| Optical Engine | IP5X dust-resistant, rated for 24/7 operation |
| Screen Size Range | ~50″–300″ diagonal |
| Noise Level | ~36 dB (typical) / ~38 dB (max) |
| Power Consumption | ~260W typical / 505W max |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | ~19.1″ × 16.4″ × 6.9″ (486 × 417.4 × 176mm) |
| Weight | ~30.9 lbs net (14 kg) |
| Dealer Status | Elite Sim Golf Authorized Optoma Dealer |
Optoma ZU7/8/9TST Short-Throw Laser Projectors.
All three share the same WUXGA panel, DuraCore laser engine, and golf-appropriate short-throw geometry — the difference across the family is brightness headroom and lens shift range. Builders who need even more resolution can also step up to Optoma's 4K ZK810TST, but for WUXGA short-throw installs, the choice comes down to these three.
- Resolution: WUXGA (1920×1200)
- Brightness: 6,000 ANSI lumens
- Light Source: DuraCore laser (~30,000 hrs)
- Throw Ratio: 0.75:1 – 0.95:1
- Zoom: 1.26× motorized
- Lens Shift: V ±50% / H ±15%
- Contrast: up to 3,000,000:1
- Weight: ~27.8 lbs
- Resolution: WUXGA (1920×1200)
- Brightness: 6,900 ANSI lumens
- Light Source: DuraCore laser (~30,000 hrs)
- Throw Ratio: 0.75:1 – 0.95:1
- Zoom: 1.26× motorized
- Lens Shift: V ±50% / H ±15%
- Contrast: up to 3,000,000:1
- Weight: ~27.8 lbs
- Resolution: WUXGA (1920×1200)
- Brightness: 8,200 ANSI lumens
- Light Source: DuraCore laser (~30,000 hrs)
- Throw Ratio: 0.65:1 – 0.75:1
- Zoom: 1.15× motorized
- Lens Shift: V ±55% / H ±25%
- Contrast: up to 3,000,000:1
- Weight: ~30.9 lbs
Maximum Brightness And Placement Flexibility.
Choose the Optoma ZU920TST for the brightest laser engine, shortest throw ratio, and widest lens shift range in this WUXGA short-throw trio — a fit for larger screens, brighter rooms, and installs that need the projector mounted closer to the screen than the ZU725TST or ZU820TST allow. Builders chasing 4K pixel density instead of raw brightness can also look at Optoma's ZK810TST flagship.
Pair It With An Elite Sim Golf Enclosure
The ZU920TST is a strong match for a properly sized Eagle 12 enclosure, a laser-ready impact screen, and a mounting location built around its short-throw geometry. Confirm exact placement with the fitment tool before drilling anything.
Build A Complete SimKit
Configure a full enclosure, screen, and projector package or build a custom bay around the ZU920TST from the ground up using the SimKit Bundle Builder.