Sharp XP-A175U-B – 17,000-Lumen WUXGA Laser Projector

Product Overview

The Sharp XP-A175U-B is a 17,000 center-lumen laser projector built for the largest fixed installations in higher education, corporate, broadcast, and rental-and-staging environments. It pairs WUXGA (1920 × 1200) resolution on a 1.0" 3LCD engine with a filter-free sealed cooling system and a complete line of optional motorized lenses. As a high-output WUXGA installation projector, it adds HD-SDI alongside triple HDMI and HDBaseT, plus edge blending, geometric correction, and DICOM simulation. This black-cabinet model ships without a lens, so a compatible Sharp lens is selected separately to match the throw distance.

Product Description

The XP-A175U-B sits near the top of Sharp's A Series of advanced large-venue installation projectors. Its laser-phosphor light source is rated for 20,000 hours, and the sealed, dust-resistant LCD cooling system enables a filter-free design with quiet operation. The 1.0" 3LCD optical engine delivers 17,000 center lumens with a 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and accepts signals up to 4096 × 2160. Because it ships without a lens, integrators select from six motorized options including the XP-51ZL, XP-52ZL, XP-53ZL, XP-54ZL, XP-55ZL, and XP-56ZL zoom lenses, covering throw ratios from 0.53:1 to 7.51:1 with powered horizontal and vertical lens shift. Roll-free installation allows mounting at any angle, and geometric and cornerstone correction support projection onto curved and angled surfaces. Connectivity is broad: three HDMI 2.0 inputs (HDCP 2.2), HD-SDI (BNC), HDBaseT, LAN, RS-232, and a variable audio output, with Crestron, Extron, AMX, and PJLink compatibility plus remote diagnostics and ProAssist software. Picture-in-picture, edge blending, and stacking support multi-projector and mission-critical installations. A five-year warranty backs the projector. To select a compatible lens or compare other installation models, browse the Sharp collection at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 17,000 Center-Lumen Brightness — Delivers 17,000 center lumens for the largest auditoriums and venues.
• 1.0" WUXGA 3LCD Engine — Native 1920 × 1200 with a 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 4K-ready input.
• Filter-Free, Dust-Resistant Cooling — Sealed optical path removes filter maintenance for low-upkeep permanent installs.
• Six Motorized Lens Options — Ships without a lens; XP-51ZL through XP-56ZL cover 0.53:1 to 7.51:1 with powered shift, focus, and zoom.
• Roll-Free Installation — Mounts at any angle for flexible rigging and ceiling placement.
• HD-SDI, HDBaseT, and Triple HDMI — HD-SDI (BNC), HDBaseT, and three HDMI 2.0 inputs for broadcast and pro-AV signal paths.
• Edge Blending, PiP, and Stacking — Supports multi-projector blends, picture-in-picture, and stacked high-brightness setups.
• DICOM Simulation and Geometric Correction — DICOM-sim mode and cornerstone/geometric correction for specialized surfaces.
• Five-Year Warranty — Backed by Sharp's commercial projector warranty.

Typical Applications

• Auditorium — Maximum brightness and lens range for the largest seating areas.
• House of worship — Edge blending and quiet operation for large sanctuaries.
• Broadcast studio — HD-SDI input and color-accurate imaging for production.
• All-hands room — Bright, uniform image for very large audiences.
• Government space — Network control, remote diagnostics, and DICOM simulation.
• Multi-purpose room — Roll-free mounting and lens range adapt to varied geometry.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the XP-A175U-B include a lens?
No. It ships without a lens. Six motorized options (XP-51ZL through XP-56ZL) cover throw ratios from 0.53:1 to 7.51:1 with powered shift, focus, and zoom.

How is it different from the XP-A155U?
The A175U produces 17,000 center lumens versus the A155U's 15,000, on the same large-venue chassis and lens lineup, for the brightest installations.

Does it support SDI and broadcast signals?
Yes. It includes an HD-SDI (BNC) input alongside three HDMI 2.0 inputs and HDBaseT.

Can it be mounted at any angle?
Yes. Roll-free installation allows mounting at any orientation, with geometric and cornerstone correction for curved or angled surfaces.

What is the difference between the -B and -W models?
The XP-A175U-B has a black cabinet and the XP-A175U-W has a white cabinet; specifications are otherwise identical.

What warranty is included?
The XP-A175U-B carries a five-year commercial warranty, with support through Sharp's commercial channels and Creation Networks.