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White rectangular home theater projector with front lens and side vents

Sony

Sony VPLPHZ51 5300-Lumen WUXGA 3LCD Laser Home Theater Projector, White

SKU CH-QJKC-9DQC9 MPN VPLPHZ51

A compact 5,300-lumen laser projector delivering WUXGA images from 40 to 300 inches with flexible lens shift and 21:9 support

  • Screen diagonal40 to 300 in / 1.0 to 7.6 m
  • Image brightness5,300 Lumens
  • Power drawMedium Brightness: 463 W Standby Mode (Lamp Off): 0.5 W
  • Screen ratio16:10
  • Panel resolution1920 × 1200
  • Lens typeFocus: Manual Lens Shift: -35 to 55% (Vertical); +/-15% (Hor
  • Bright 5300-lumen laser light engine for vivid images in lit rooms
  • WUXGA 1920 x 1200 native resolution delivers sharp 16:10 detail
  • Flexible 1.23 to 1.97:1 throw ratio fits diverse room sizes
  • Manual lens shift and ±30° keystone simplify off-centre placement
  • 16 W built-in speaker provides audio without external hardware

Compact Laser Projection for Professional Spaces

The Sony VPLPHZ51 is a WUXGA 3LCD laser projector delivering 5,300 lumens in a slim white cabinet. Its native 1920 x 1200 resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio suit conference rooms, lecture halls and large classrooms where a bright, wide image is required from a small footprint.

Suited to Fixed Installations Needing Wide Aspect

Buyers who need 21:9 ultra-wide projection alongside standard 16:10 and 16:9 formats will benefit from the 2560 x 1080 signal input. Venues that rely on motorised lens shift, zoom or focus should look elsewhere, as this model provides only manual focus and fixed lens shift ranges of -35 to 55% vertical and +/-15% horizontal.

Consistent Output Over Extended Sessions

Laser light source technology maintains stable brightness and colour during long operating periods without the decay curve of lamp-based units. Medium brightness power draw is 463 W and standby consumption is 0.5 W, while the operating temperature range of 0 to 40°C supports continuous use in climate-controlled environments.

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Price $3,649.99
Pricier than about 86% of the 234 comparable items (median $272.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSONY
Model nameVPLPHZ51
Case colorWhite
Product typeLCD
Display
Screen diagonal40 to 300 in / 1.0 to 7.6 m
Image brightness5,300 Lumens
Screen ratio16:10
Panel resolution1920 × 1200
Keystone adjustmentVertical: +/- 30°
Horizontal: +/- 30°
Projection ratio1.23 to 1.97:1
Audio & video
Lens typeFocus: Manual
Lens Shift: -35 to 55% (Vertical); +/-15% (Horizontal)
Integrated speakers1 × 16 W
Connectivity
Network connectionRJ45
Ports & slots
Video inputs1 x DE-15/DB-15
1 x RCA (Composite)
1x HDMI
Audio outputs1 × 1/8 in / 3.5 mm Mini
USB ports1 x USB-A
1 x USB-A (Power)
Power
Power drawMedium Brightness: 463 W
Standby Mode (Lamp Off): 0.5 W
Power supply100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Size & build
Product dimensions5.1 in × 16.6 in × 13.3 in
3.9 in × 16.6 in × 13.1 in (Without Dust Filter, Protrusions)
Product weight15.4 lb (6.99 kg)
Shipping weight9.30 kg
Package size574 × 500 × 257 mm
Environment & compliance
Temperature rangeOperating Conditions: 32 to 104 °F / 0 to 40 °C
Storage Conditions: 14 to 140 °F / -10 to 60 °C
Humidity limits20 to 80% Humidity

Questions about this item

What HDMI source do I need to connect to the single HDMI input on the VPLPHZ51?

Any device with an HDMI output — such as a Blu-ray player, streaming stick, or laptop — will feed the projector's native 1920 x 1200 resolution through its sole HDMI port.

Can I still use my older VGA laptop with the DE-15 port on this projector?

Yes, the DE-15/DB-15 connector accepts analogue VGA signals, so legacy laptops or PCs without HDMI can connect directly.

How do I confirm the laser light engine is running correctly after installation?

Power on the unit and check that the status LED shows normal operation; the 5,300-lumen output should appear bright and stable across the 40 to 300-inch image range.

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