Optoma DuraCore ZH520 5500-Lumen Full HD Laser DLP Projector

Classrooms and meeting rooms get a bright Full HD image from the Optoma ZH520, a compact 5,500-lumen DuraCore laser DLP projector.

It runs on an external power supply with a 1.3x zoom lens and IP6X dust certification, and Robertson AV can quote multi-room orders.

Key Features

• Brightness: 5,500 lumens
• Resolution: 1080p Full HD (1920 x 1080)
• Laser light source: 30,000 hours
• Throw ratio: 1.13:1 to 1.47:1, 1.3x manual zoom lens
• Operation: 24/7
• Connections: 2 x HDMI 2.0, 3.5 mm audio out, USB-A power 1.5 A, RS-232, RJ-45
• Built-in sound: Mono speaker
• Dust-resistant: IP6X certified

Ideal For

• Classrooms: low-maintenance laser
• Meeting rooms: tight installs
• Training rooms: easy setup

Optoma ZH520 5,500-Lumen Full HD 1080p Laser DLP Projector Specifications

Optoma ZH520 technical specifications, grouped by feature

Specification	Details
Picture & Optics
Resolution	1080p Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Brightness	5,500 lumens
Contrast Ratio	3,000,000:1
Throw Ratio	1.13:1 to 1.47:1
Lens	1.3x manual zoom
Projection Distance	1 m – 8 m
Keystone Correction	Horizontal and vertical 30 degrees
Light Source
Light Source	Laser, 30,000 hours
Power & Environment
Noise Level	29 dB min; 35 dB max
Power Consumption	128 W min; 205 W max; under 0.5 W standby
Physical
Dimensions (W x D x H)	274 x 216 x 108 mm
Net Weight	3.4 kg
Additional Features
Display Technology	DLP
Focal Length	16.90 – 21.61 mm
Native Offset	116%
Connections	2 x HDMI 2.0, 3.5 mm audio out, USB-A power 1.5 A, RS-232, RJ-45
Operating Conditions	0 to 40°C, up to 80% humidity
Dust Protection	IP6X
General
Brand	Optoma
Model	ZH520

Specifications are verified against the Optoma manufacturer data sheet (October 2026) and may change without notice. Confirm critical requirements with Optoma before ordering.

What’s in the Box

• AC power cord
• Remote control
• CR2025 battery
• Basic user manual

Warranty & Support

Planning a multi-room or multi-site install? Request a quote from Robertson AV for 5 or more units, or call us at 800-919-6548 or email orders@robertsonav.com. Free ground shipping on U.S. orders. Schools, businesses, government agencies and houses of worship: ask us about project and quantity pricing.

Optoma sheet is the Europe/global version; the sheet gives a UPC but the store listing carries none.