Sharp NP51ZL – 0.53-0.65 Short-Throw Zoom Lens for PA1505/PA1705
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Sharp NP51ZL – 0.53-0.65 Short-Throw Zoom Lens for PA1505/PA1705
Product Overview
The Sharp NP51ZL is a motorized short-throw zoom lens with a 0.53-0.65:1 throw ratio, designed for the NP-PA1505UL and NP-PA1705UL professional installation projectors. This lens is the shortest-throw option in the NP5x lens family, enabling large-screen projection in rooms where the projector must be mounted close to the screen. Motorized zoom, focus, and lens shift allow full optical adjustment from the projector remote or control system after ceiling installation, supporting fast commissioning in commercial AV deployments.
Product Description
The NP51ZL is part of a six-lens series covering throw ratios from 0.53:1 to 7.51:1 for the NP-PA1505UL and NP-PA1705UL laser installation projectors. At 0.53-0.65:1, it serves rooms where physical space constraints prevent standard-throw placement—including classrooms with low ceiling clearance, conference rooms with short wall-to-screen distances, and auditoriums with close ceiling mounts requiring a wide image from a tight position. Motorized lens shift provides horizontal and vertical optical offset so the projector can be mounted off-axis without geometric distortion from digital keystone correction.
The NP51ZL is sold separately from the projector body. Both the NP-PA1505UL and NP-PA1705UL ship without a lens; integrators must specify the appropriate lens based on throw distance and screen size at system design time.
Key Features
- 0.53-0.65:1 Throw Ratio — Shortest-throw option in the NP5x series; enables large-screen projection from close projector-to-screen distances.
- Motorized Zoom and Focus — All optical adjustments are motorized and remotely operable after ceiling installation, eliminating ladder access during setup.
- Motorized Lens Shift — Horizontal and vertical optical offset for off-axis projector placement without electronic keystone distortion.
- Compatible with NP-PA1505UL and NP-PA1705UL — Designed for Sharp NP-PA series high-lumen laser installation projectors.
- Bayonet Mount with Anti-Theft Lock — Tool-free lens exchange with security screw for permanent commercial venue installations.
Typical Applications
- Higher education classroom with constrained ceiling-to-screen distance
- Corporate conference room with limited projector depth
- House of worship with close ceiling mount
- Government facility with space-limited projection setup
- Multi-purpose room requiring wide image from compact distance
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | NP51ZL |
| Throw Ratio | 0.53-0.65:1 |
| Zoom | Motorized |
| Focus | Motorized |
| Lens Shift | Motorized (Horizontal and Vertical) |
| Compatible Projectors | NP-PA1505UL, NP-PA1705UL (and -R variants) |
| Lens Category | Short-Throw Motorized Zoom |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Which projectors is the NP51ZL compatible with?
- The NP51ZL is designed for the NP-PA1505UL and NP-PA1705UL professional installation projectors. It is not compatible with XP-X series or other Sharp projector lines.
- Q: Is a lens included with the NP-PA1505UL or NP-PA1705UL?
- No. Both projectors ship as lens-body only. The NP51ZL must be purchased separately and specified at system design time.
- Q: When should I choose the NP51ZL over the NP52ZL?
- Use the NP51ZL when the room depth requires a throw ratio below 0.63:1. For rooms that accommodate 0.63-0.85:1, the NP52ZL is the next option in the series.
- Q: Where can I purchase the NP51ZL?
- Available at Creation Networks, an authorized Sharp commercial AV reseller.
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