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Black compact ultra short throw projector with triple laser lens on top

OPTOMA

OPTOMA Photon Go ML1080UST 650 Lumens 1080p Triple Laser Google TV Ultra Short Throw Home Theater Projector

SKU CH-EA37-SJ2Q5

Projects a 60–100" 1080p image from 3.9–9.7 inches away using triple-laser RGB light with built-in Google TV and 20,000-hour source life

  • Screen diagonal60 in - 100 in
  • Image brightness650** / 1200 Lumens HK
  • Power draw60 W ±15% (ECO mode); 85 W ±10% (Bright mode)
  • Light sourceLight Source Type Triple Laser (RGB) Light Source Life 20,00
  • Screen ratio16:9
  • Panel resolution1920 × 1080
  • 650 ISO lumens deliver a bright 100" picture
  • Triple laser RGB light source lasts 20,000 hours
  • Ultra short throw 0.18:1 ratio projects 100" from 9.73 inches
  • Built-in Google TV streams apps wirelessly
  • Auto keystone and focus align the image instantly

Ultra Short Throw 1080p Projector

The Optoma Photon Go ML1080UST is a DLP home theater projector that uses triple laser RGB illumination to produce a 1920 x 1080 image at 650 ISO lumens. Its 0.18:1 throw ratio creates a 60 to 100 inch picture from only 3.9 to 9.73 inches away. Google TV is built in for wireless streaming alongside HDMI 2.0 connectivity and dual 10 W speakers.

Portable Big-Screen Buyers Not Fixed-Installation

This model suits viewers who want a large, vibrant image in temporary or multi-room setups without ceiling mounts or long throw distances. Auto keystone and auto focus simplify placement on tables, floors or low cabinets. Buyers needing higher brightness for sunlit rooms, native 4K resolution, or lens shift for permanent installations should look at alternative designs.

0.18:1 Throw Ratio Decides Fit

The ultra-short 0.18:1 throw ratio is the single specification that determines whether this projector works in your space. It allows a 100 inch diagonal image from roughly 10 inches of separation, enabling big-screen viewing where conventional projectors cannot fit. If your layout requires the projector to sit farther back, a different throw ratio will be necessary.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Home Cinema Projectors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $654.99
Pricier than about 62% of the 234 comparable items (median $272.99).
Screen diagonal 60 in - 100 in
Higher than about 70% of the 65 comparable items (median 40 in).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameOptoma
Model nameML1080UST
Part numberML1080UST
Case colorBlack
Product typeDLP
Display
Screen diagonal60 in - 100 in
Image brightness650** / 1200 Lumens HK
Light sourceLight Source Type
Triple Laser (RGB)
Light Source Life
20,000 h
Screen ratio16:9
Panel resolution1920 × 1080
Contrast2,500,000:1
Horizontal scan rate15 kHz – 135 kHz
Vertical frequency24 to 60 Hz (60 Hz for 1080p)
Projection distance3.9IN@60 in ~ 9.73IN@100 in
Keystone adjustmentAuto
Projection ratio0.18:1
Audio & video
Lens focal length0.9143 mm
Integrated speakers10 W x 2
Connectivity
Network connectionRJ-45 (Ethernet)
Ports & slots
Video input typesVGA, SVGA, XGA, 720p, 1080p, UHD
Video inputsHDMI 2.0
Audio input portsHDMI 2.0
Audio outputs1x TOSLINK (Optical) Audio Output
Video outputsHDMI 2.0
USB portsUSB-A power 1 A / Media Player
Power
Power draw60 W ±15% (ECO mode); 85 W ±10% (Bright mode)
Power supply100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Size & build
Product dimensions(W × H × D)
9.9 × 2.6 × 6.2 in / 25.1 × 6.6 × 15.7 cm
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.5 × 8.9 × 6.3 in
Product weight3.8 lb / 1.7 kg
Package Weight
7.065 lb
In the box
In the boxUSB-C Power adapter (100 W PD 3.0), USB-C PD 3.0 Power cable (100 W),
Android TV Remote control (with 2 x AAA Batteries included), Quick Start Guide
Environment & compliance
Temperature range0 to 40 °C
Humidity limits10% to 80%

Questions about this item

How far from the wall does the projector need to sit to produce a 100-inch image?

The ultra-short-throw lens creates a 100-inch picture from 9.73 inches away, so a narrow shelf or low table directly in front of the screen is sufficient.

What is the correct order for the auto-alignment routine during first setup?

Place the unit, power it on, let the auto focus and auto keystone run completely, then make any manual tweaks; interrupting the sequence before it finishes is the step most people get wrong.

After how many hours of use will the triple laser light source typically require replacement?

The RGB triple laser is rated for 20,000 hours, so at four hours a day it would last over 13 years before a light-source change is needed.

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