Panasonic PT-FRQ50 5200-Lumen 4K UHD Laser DLP Projector (Black)

The Panasonic PT-FRQ50BU7 is a laser DLP projector that delivers 5200 lumens of brightness and creates a 4K-equivalent picture through Quad Pixel Drive, even though the native panel is 1920 × 1080. It has been engineered for professional spaces that need sharp detail, accurate color, and dependable performance every hour of the day.

With a 20,000:1 contrast ratio, the projector produces rich blacks and vivid highlights. A throw ratio that ranges from 1.46 to 2.93 to 1 covers screen sizes from 40 to 300 inches, so it can light up a small classroom display or a large auditorium wall with equal ease. Fast-moving content stays smooth because the projector can refresh at 240 Hz when fed a 1080p signal, and response time is only 8 ms, which is helpful for simulation rooms, esports stages, and any application that values minimal motion blur.

Setup is flexible. A 2× manual zoom helps you find the right image size without moving the projector far, while generous lens-shift ranges let you align the picture vertically and horizontally without tilting the chassis. Keystone correction, Free Grid, and Review Preview Lite provide additional tools for fine tuning on irregular surfaces or when doing projection mapping. Connectivity includes HDMI, VGA, RS-232, and DIGITAL LINK, allowing straightforward integration with both modern AV switchers and older control systems.

The light engine is sealed and uses laser phosphor technology that is rated for up to 24,000 hours, so routine lamp changes and filter swaps are removed from the maintenance list. A multi-laser design with failover circuitry keeps the image on screen even if an individual diode stops working, which is critical for 24/7 digital signage, museum exhibits, control rooms, and other installations where downtime is not acceptable.

The projector reaches full brightness almost instantly and produces only 28 dB of noise in quiet mode, so it will not distract an audience in a meeting room or lecture hall. Network control over Ethernet allows an operator to balance brightness and color across several units, making it easier to build seamless edge-blended or stacked displays.

• 5200-lumen laser light source with 20,000:1 contrast ratio
• 4K display output achieved by Quad Pixel Drive
• 2× manual zoom plus vertical and horizontal lens shift for flexible placement
• HDMI, VGA, RS-232, and DIGITAL LINK inputs cover modern and legacy sources
• 240 Hz refresh at 1080p with 8 ms response time for smooth motion
• Designed for 24/7 operation with a 20,000 to 24,000-hour light source lifespan
• Failover circuitry and multi-laser engine maintain the picture during diode failure
• Free Grid correction and Review Preview Lite streamline precise alignment
• Multi-projector brightness and color control available through Ethernet
• Quiet mode limits noise to 28 dB, suitable for noise-sensitive environments