Sharp NP-PE456USL – 4,500-Lumen WUXGA Short-Throw Laser Projector

Product Overview

The Sharp NEC NP-PE456USL is a 4,500-lumen WUXGA short-throw laser projector designed for conference rooms, classrooms, and commercial installations where space is limited or presenter shadowing is a concern. Its 0.44:1 short-throw lens produces a 130-inch image from only 4 feet away, letting integrators mount the projector close to the wall or screen. With a maintenance-free 20,000-hour laser light source and accurate 3LCD color, this short-throw laser projector delivers a low total cost of ownership for commercial AV deployment.

Product Description

Part of Sharp NEC's Entry Installation Series, the NP-PE456USL solves the placement problems that standard-throw projectors create in small rooms. Mounting close to the screen keeps presenters out of the light path and out of their own shadow — a meaningful advantage in training rooms, huddle spaces, and interactive teaching environments. The LCD imaging system renders accurate, saturated color at WUXGA 1920 x 1200 native resolution, and the projector accepts 4K 30Hz content over HDMI using NEC's high-performance video processing and scaling chip. The sealed laser light source runs up to 20,000 hours without lamp or filter replacement, eliminating recurring maintenance costs across the life of the projector installation. Built-in 16W audio covers most small and mid-size rooms without external speakers, simplifying conference room projector installation. The compact cabinet integrates cleanly into ceiling-mounted commercial AV systems, and dual HDMI inputs with HDCP handle laptop, room PC, and codec sources. For applications needing more lens flexibility in a standard-throw form factor, compare the Sharp NP-PE506UL 5,200-lumen laser projector with 1.6x zoom and lens shift.

Key Features

• 0.44:1 Short-Throw Lens — Produces a 130-inch image from roughly 4 feet, allowing close-to-screen mounting that saves space and reduces presenter shadow.
• 4,500 Lumens Brightness — Maintains clear, legible images in conference rooms and classrooms with ambient light.
• WUXGA 1920 x 1200 Resolution — Native 16:10 resolution matches laptop output and shows full-page documents and spreadsheets without scaling loss.
• 20,000-Hour Laser Light Source — The maintenance-free laser eliminates lamp replacement and reduces total cost of ownership across the installation life.
• 3LCD Color Fidelity — LCD technology delivers accurate, consistent color for presentations, video, and instructional content.
• 4K Ready Input — Accepts 4K 30Hz content over HDMI through NEC's proprietary video processing and scaling chip.
• Built-In 16W Speakers — Integrated audio provides the volume needed for most small rooms without external amplification.
• Compact Installation Cabinet — The manageable chassis simplifies ceiling-mount integration in commercial AV systems.

Typical Applications

• Conference room
• Huddle room
• Training room
• Commercial meeting space
• Multi-purpose room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How close can the NP-PE456USL be mounted to the screen?

With a 0.44:1 short-throw ratio, the projector produces a 130-inch image from only about 4 feet away, so it can be ceiling-mounted close to the wall above the screen — keeping presenters out of the beam.

Does the NP-PE456USL require lamp replacement?

No. The laser light source is rated for up to 20,000 hours of maintenance-free operation, eliminating lamp purchases and replacement labor across the life of the projector.

Can it display 4K content?

Yes. The projector is 4K Ready and accepts 4K 30Hz content over HDMI, processed by NEC's high-performance video scaling chip and displayed at WUXGA native resolution.

Will it work for an interactive classroom or training room?

Short-throw projection is well suited to interactive and instruction-led rooms because the presenter can stand at the screen without casting a shadow or being blinded by the lens.

Do I need external speakers?

For most small and mid-size rooms, the built-in 16W speakers provide adequate volume. Larger rooms or distributed audio designs should plan amplified speakers through the room AV system.

How does it integrate into a commercial AV system?

The compact installation cabinet ceiling-mounts cleanly, and dual HDMI inputs with HDCP connect room PCs, laptops, switchers, and codecs in standard conference room and classroom AV designs. Contact Creation Networks for help specifying mounts and control.