Panasonic PT-RQ6LBU7

Light and compact 1-Chip DLP 4K Projector for Maximum Efficiency

The Panasonic PT-RQ6LBU7 is a 6500-lumen projector that provides seamless visuals and endless possibilities. This compact 1-Chip DLP™ projector creates an entrancing experience rich in contrast and color through exclusives such as Quad Pixel Drive and Rich Color Enhancer. But it’s Panasonic’s integration insight that sets it apart, with labor-saving innovations to streamline workflow. From automated multi-projection adjustment to effortless app control, the RQ7 Series makes it easy to realize your vision in museums, galleries, and beyond.

For starters, he Quad Pixel Drive creates smooth 4K images without visible pixels or gridding, ideal for immersive 360° mapping attractions. Dynamic Contrast, Rich Color Enhancer, and Digital Art Mode bring out the realism of high-quality content. Project 1080/240p video and, with the ET-SWR10 kit, seamlessly blend content and motion in real-time.

At just 16.6 kg (36.59 lb) and about 29% smaller than our RZ790/RZ690 models, the RQ7 Series eases the logistical burden for easy installation. Optional function boards for the Intel^® SDM standard-compatible SLOT, including our ET-SBFMP10 media processor, simplify complex layouts. Optional DLE Series lenses smooth the transition to 4K production.

The PT-RQ6LBU7 is an eco-friendly and reliable 1-Chip DLP projector. Its optical engine and light-source module comply with the IP5X Dust Protected (IEC 60529) standard, while a filterless design contributes to 20,000 hours of maintenance-free operation. Other aspects include using plastic parts containing about 73% recycled resins and an Eco Boost mode that maintains perceived brightness while reducing energy consumption.

This 6500-lumen projector redefines 4K projection, blending spectacular visuals with unparalleled efficiency.

Seamless Visuals, Endless Possibilities

• Smooth and Dimensional 4K Video: Quad Pixel Drive produces smooth 4K images with a fascinating sense of depth. It meets the demand for absolute realism in immersive media spaces by creating detailed 4K images without visible pixels or gridding, even when viewed up close. Captivate your guests with an engaging visual experience that illuminates the creator's world and elevates your storytelling.

• Rich Color Enhancer Brings the Creator's Work to Life: Rich Color Enhancer is an original 2-mode color optimization technology. Dynamic Mode balances brightness and color for clear visibility in bright environments. Standard Mode optimizes color reproduction by expanding red-channel output for vibrant red expression. This is critical for the accurate and immersive reproduction of artwork and other color-rich content.

• Digital Art Mode Increases Visual Impact (NEW): Digital Art Mode is a new picture mode that optimizes the presentation of high-quality digital artwork in museums, galleries, and immersive entertainment spaces. This mode allows you to easily enhance projection quality, emphasizing high contrast and vivid color reproduction for a more impactful viewing experience.

• Smooth 1080/240p Playback: The PT-RQ7L/RQ6L models can play 1080/240p¹ video with an input-to-output latency of 8 ms², smoothly reproducing fast-paced action such as eSports with minimal motion blur. The projectors also work with Panasonic’s optional ET-SWR10 Real-Time Tracking Projection-Mapping System³. With this ready-to-use Software Development Kit (SDK), you can link with infrared cameras and project images onto fast-moving objects at 240 Hz¹, smoothly and seamlessly combining visual content and physical motion within your XR attraction.

   

Compact & Expandable for Easy Installation

• Light, Quiet, and Easy to Manage: With a compact body about 29% smaller by volume and 22% lighter than the existing RZ790/RZ690 projector models, the RQ6LBU7 saves resources and reduces your carbon footprint in transport, storage, and installation. It can be easily carried by one person, smoothing multi-projection logistics. Furthermore, the efficient cooling system reduces operating noise to as little as 31 dB (in QUIET mode), ensuring your audience stays focused on the experience and not the equipment creating it.

• Compatible with Existing DLE Series Lenses: The RQ6LBU7 is compatible with Panasonic’s DLE Series projection lenses, offering versatility for diverse production layouts and making the transition to 4K more cost-effective for businesses with existing lens inventories. The projector's strengthened lens mounter now supports the ET-DLE020G/ET-DLE020 Ultra-Short-Throw Zoom Lens without requiring a bracket⁴, streamlining installation. These lenses feature powered zoom⁵, focus, and vertical/horizontal lens shift, conveniently controllable via remote or the Smart Projector Control app⁶.

• Supports New Media Processors to Simplify Multi-Projection (NEW): The RQ7 Series works with Panasonic's ET-FMP50 Series media processors to simplify multi-projection complexity. The processors, which comprise box-type and function board-type for the projector's Intel^® SDM standard-compatible SLOT, feature automatic camera-based⁷ warping/blending and 4K media playback capabilities. 

• Wide Scalability with Intel^® SDM Standard-Compatible SLOT: The RQ7 Series is compatible with optional proprietary and third-party function boards⁸ that insert into its Intel^® SDM standard-compatible SLOT, making it easy to adapt, scale, and expand your projector's connectivity.

• Smart Projector Control App Smooths Your Workflow: Smart Projector Control app⁶ lets you control up to 64 projectors from your phone or tablet. It enables projector setting adjustment from your device, which is useful when OSD menu projection isn't possible. Other functions include test pattern selection, shutter control, Web Control UI access, lens settings adjustment, brightness locking, and focus adjustment via the device camera⁹ from distances of up to 98 ft (30 m)¹⁰. The app enables swift connection to the projector via QR Code scanning¹¹, eliminating password/SSID entry. 

• Geo Pro Automates Screen Adjustment and Blending: RQ7 Series offers built-in geometric adjustment tools, including a point-based Free Grid function to correct localized screen distortion. It ships with preactivated upgrade kit licenses for Geo Pro software¹². These comprise the ET-UK20 Geometry Manager Pro Software Upgrade Kit, which expands functionality and adds sophisticated line, shape, and bitmap masking tools, and the ET-CUK10 Auto Screen Adjustment Upgrade Kit, which automates edge-blending including brightness, color, and black level adjustment via a camera.

• Contrast Sync and Shutter Sync via LAN Cable Only (NEW): Traditionally, Dynamic Contrast control operated individually for each projector in a multi-screen system, leading to step noise in blends due to variations in the Average Picture Level (APL). Panasonic's Contrast Sync resolves this issue by using the average APL of all projectors in the system, resulting in a seamless multi-screen image. The RQ7 Series is the first Panasonic projector to support Contrast Sync via LAN cable only, eliminating the need for a serial cable connection and reducing system complexity. Additionally, the shutter timing of all sub-projectors is synchronized with the main projector via the LAN connection, ensuring cohesive fade-in/fade-out effects across the entire projection.

• Import and Save Custom Test Patterns (NEW)¹³: In addition to 10x built-in test patterns, users can import and save 4x custom images in JPEG, BMP, or PNG format to an RQ7 Series projector via its Web Control UI or USB memory device for use as test patterns, start-up logos, and no-signal screensavers. Installers can calibrate projectors using client content or custom images without connecting to a media source device.

• Quickly Find the Projection Angle with Angle Monitor (NEW): The RQ7 Series supports 360° projection angles, enabling image mapping on floors, walls, and 3D objects. However, aligning the projection angle with the design simulation can be challenging and requires two people. The projectors feature a built-in gyro sensor detecting changes in the projector’s pitch and roll angles, graphically displayed in the OSD settings menu¹⁴. Installers can adjust the projection angle without needing assistance.

• Refreshed Web Control User Interface (NEW): The RQ7 Series features an updated Web Control UI supporting dark and light modes. Information within the UI is reorganized for improved visibility. You can set projector command schedules such as power on/off, view the projector’s OSD settings menu on the PC screen, and customize device status info on the Home screen. Other updates include adaptive screen sizes and enhanced mobile versions, empowering efficient management.

Eco-Friendly Innovation with Proven Reliability

• Dust-Resistant Optical Engine: The RQ7 Series’s optical engine and laser light source conform to the IP5X Dust Protected (IEC 60529)¹⁵ standard. This eliminates the need for a filter and enables 20,000 hours¹⁶ of maintenance-free projection. Reliability is proven by accelerated dust-chamber testing in significantly dustier conditions than those in which some competitive products are tested.

• Eco Boost Maintains Perceived Brightness with Reduced Consumption (NEW): A new Eco Boost mode further reduces energy consumption when Dynamic Contrast is enabled while maintaining perceived brightness.

• Reducing Environmental Impact with Recycled Materials (NEW): In addition to using responsibly procured materials, the plastic parts in the main projector body contain about 73%¹⁷ recycled resins, reducing the utilization of virgin materials. By supporting eco-friendly manufacturing processes and pursuing recycling-based programs at end-of-life, your organization helps minimize environmental impact throughout the product’s lifecycle.

• Backup Input Redundancy: Two identical signals can be simultaneously transmitted to HDMI™ 1 (Primary) and HDMI™ 2 (Backup). If transmission to the primary input is interrupted, the projector switches to the backup automatically in a minimum of 0.3 seconds¹⁸ without screen-blanking. This layer of insurance gives greater peace of mind during events where image display can’t be interrupted.

• Multi-Laser Drive Engine Enhances Reliability: Multiple laser modules are equipped with Failover Circuitry. In the unlikely event a single diode fails, Failover Circuitry continues to supply electricity to the functional diodes in the series, minimizing brightness loss. If the same issue were to occur in projectors without Failover Circuitry, all diodes in the module might shut down, resulting in a significant loss of brightness.

• Reduce Errors with Remote Preview LITE (NEW): Remote Preview LITE allows projectionists to confirm connectivity and assess image adjustments before the video is projected by viewing preview thumbnails on a laptop. This is valuable at live events where checking content on the screen is limited due to soundchecks and other logistical factors. Accessible via software or web browser, it works with the projector in Standby¹⁹ or with the shutter on, minimizing errors before performances.

    

Other Features

• Supports Art-Net DMX, PJLink™, Crestron Connected^® V2,
  Crestron^® XiO Cloud, and Extron XTP^®
• Supports IPv6¹ network protocol
• Supports widescreen 21:9 input signals
• USB port for DC 5 V/2 A power supply, optional AJ-WM50 Series
  Wireless Module, and data transfer
• Compatible with the Multiple PJ Firmware Batch Update Tool
• Data-Cloning Function² via LAN or USB
• Quick Start and Quick Off
• Multi-screen Support System
• Multi-Unit Brightness and Color Control
• DICOM Simulation Mode
• Waveform Monitor Function

Notes:

¹ Supports input signals up to 1080p. The display frame rate corresponds to the input signal frame rate. When using the PT-RQ7L/RQ6L to display 1080/100p, 1080/120p, or 1080/240p content, edge blending and geometric adjustment cannot be used.

² Varies depending on the input signal, peripheral devices, and other factors.

³ Optional ET-SWR10 Real-Time Tracking Projection-Mapping System is sold separately.

⁴ The PT-RQ7 Series is compatible with the ET-DLE020 (Lens Fixed Attachment bracket included) and ET-DLE020G (Lens Fixed Attachment bracket not included). When using the ET-DLE020, the included bracket is not required.

⁵ Excluding fixed-focus lenses.

⁶ Available free from the App Store or the Google Play Store. Check device and OS compatibility before downloading and installing the app.

⁷ Compatible cameras (sold separately) comprise NIKON® D5200/D5300/D5500/D5600/D7500/Z50.

⁸ Optional proprietary and third-party function boards are sold separately. Panasonic cannot guarantee the operation of third-party devices. The transmission method to the slot must be by HDMI™ signal.

⁹ Some devices do not support the projector autofocus function.

¹⁰ When projecting a 300-inch image. The maximum distance is 3 m (10 ft) for a 100-inch image.

¹¹ Requires optional AJ-WM50 Series Wireless Module (sold separately). Product availability may vary by country or region.

¹² Visit PASS to register your projector and download free Geometry Manager Pro software for Windows®. Compatible cameras comprise Nikon^® D5200/D5300/D5500/D5600/D7500. Other conditions apply. 

¹³ This function replaces Logo Transfer Software.

¹⁴ The displayed values are based on the results of angle sensor detection and may differ from the actual projection angle. They are for reference only, and accuracy is not guaranteed.

¹⁵ The Dust Protected performance of this unit is not guaranteed to be free from damage or failure under all conditions (environment with conductive dust, etc.). Please use an enclosure in environments with smoke containing oil, salt, and moisture.

¹⁶ Around this time, the light output will have decreased by approximately 50 %. IEC62087: 2008 Broadcast Contents, [NORMAL] Mode, [PICTURE MODE] set to [DYNAMIC], Dynamic Contrast [3], temperature 35 °C (95 °F), elevation 700 m (2,297 ft) with 0.15 mg/m³ of airborne particulate matter. Panasonic recommends a checkup at the point of purchase after about 20,000 hours. Light-source lifetime may be reduced depending on environmental conditions. Replacement of parts other than the light source may be required in a shorter period. Estimated maintenance time varies depending on the environment.

¹⁷ By weight of the total mass of plastic parts in the projector main unit. Excludes projection lenses, printed circuit boards, labels, cables, connectors, electronic components, color sensor cases, optical components, ESD components, EMI component adhesives, and coatings.

¹⁸ Varies depending on the Backup Input mode and the connected external device. Primary and backup terminal assignments are fixed. The input signals to primary and backup inputs must be identical.

¹⁹ Projector must be set to Pre-Show Mode. Requires Multi-Monitoring & Control Software Version 3.3 or later.

Notes:

¹ When ET-DLE170 is attached. When [PICTURE MODE] is set to [DYNAMIC] and [LIGHT POWER] is set to [NORMAL].

² Measurement, measuring conditions, and method of notation all comply with ISO/IEC 21118: 2020 international standards. Value is the average of all products when shipped.

³ Measurement, measuring conditions, and method of notation all comply with American National Standards Institute standards. Value is the average of all products when shipped.

⁴ Average light-output value of all shipped products measured at the center of the screen.

⁵ Around this time, light output will have decreased by approximately 50 %. IEC62087: 2008 Broadcast Contents, Dynamic Contrast [3], temperature 35 °C (95 °F), elevation 700 m (2,297 ft), with 0.15 mg/m³ of airborne particulate matter. The estimated time until light output declines to 50 % varies depending on the environment.

⁶ Cannot be used when ET-DLE035 is installed.

⁷ Supports YP_BP_R 4:2:0 format only for 4K/60p and 4K/50p signals input via DIGITAL LINK.

⁸ Optional AJ-WM50 Series Wireless Module is not compatible with IPv6.

⁹ Measurement, measuring conditions, and method of notation all comply with ISO/IEC 21118: 2020 international standards. On-mode power consumption measured at 25 °C (77 °F) operating temperature at an altitude of 700 m (2,297 ft).

¹⁰ Average value. May differ depending on the actual unit.

¹¹ When the optional AJ-WM50 Series wireless module is attached, the operating temperature range becomes 0–40 °C (32–104 °F). Note that the projector cannot be used at altitudes 4,200 m (13,780 ft) or higher above sea level. In the following operating environments, light output may be reduced to protect the projector: when the projector is used at altitudes below 1,400 m (4,593 ft) and ambient temperature is 35 °C (95 °F) or higher; when the projector is used at altitudes between 1,400 m (4,593 ft) and 2,700 m (8,858 ft) exclusive and ambient temperature is 30 °C (86 °F) or higher; and when the projector is used at altitudes between 2,700 m (8,858 ft) and 4,200 m (13,780 ft) exclusive and ambient temperature is 25 °C (77 °F) or higher.

Optional Lenses

Model	ET-DLE020	ET-DLE035 ET-DLE0302	ET-DLE060	ET-DLE055	ET-DLE085  ET-DLE0803	ET-DLE105	ET-DLE150	ET-DLE170 Std Lens	ET-DLE250	ET-DLE350	ET-DLE450
Price	Add to Cart	Add to Cart	Add to Cart	Add to Cart	Add to Cart	Add to Cart	Add to Cart	$500.00 Add to Cart	Add to Cart	Add to Cart	Add to Cart
D:W 4K	0.279–0.297:1	0.378:1	0.597–0.797:1	0.782:1	0.779–0.972:1	0.973–1.32:1	1.29–1.88:1	1.71–2.40:1	2.26–3.60:1	3.56–5.42:1	5.33–8.53:1
F/stop	2.0	2.0	1.85–2.34	1.75	1.85–2.20	1.85–2.35	1.84–2.44	1.65–1.87	1.83–2.27	1.82–2.24	1.83–2.35

¹ The included bracket is no longer required.

² ET-DLE030 is discontinued. Compatible with 1-Chip DLP projectors up to 10,000 lumens.

³ ET-DLE080 is discontinued. Compatible with 1-Chip DLP projectors up to 8,500 lumens.

Model	Z-DLE055C	Z-DLE066A
Price	$999.00 Add to Cart	$750.00 Add to Cart
D:W 4K	0.42:1	0.75–0.78:1
F/stop	2.6	2.2

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PT-RQ7 Series Operating Instructions

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