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ViewSonic LS740HD 1080p Laser Projector 5500 Lumens

  • 5,500 ANSI lumens, laser phosphor
  • 1920 x 1080 native
  • 1.1 to 1.5 throw ratio, 100 inch at 8.2 ft
  • 80 to 150 inches from 6.6 to 12.3 ft
  • 1.3x optical zoom, H/V keystone, 4 corner
  • 360 degree and portrait projection
  • 20000 hour light source
  • 3 year parts and labor warranty

Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A very bright full HD laser projector for halls, classrooms and golf simulators, with flexible aiming and no lamp swaps. It has no smart apps, and a mount is sold separately.

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ASIN: B0CDG3JKQPModel: LS740HDCategory: Projectors

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Overview

A laser phosphor light source drives the ViewSonic projector, giving high brightness without lamp changes. Optical zoom, horizontal and vertical keystone and corner adjustment square the image, and it can project at any angle or in portrait.

Brightness and flexible installation suit large rooms with lights on, from lecture halls to golf simulators. It is a stationary, ceiling mountable unit without built in streaming, so sources come in over HDMI.

Who it's for

Auditoriums, boardrooms and simulator bays where room lights stay on suit its brightness. Living room viewers who want built in apps should look at a smart model.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Very high brightness
  • Laser light, no lamp swaps
  • Golf mode for simulators
  • Projects at any angle and portrait
Cons
  • No built in apps
  • Mount sold separately
  • Contrast figure looks optimistic
  • Lamp warranty shorter than parts

Performance notes

Laser phosphor light holds brightness steady over its life and avoids warm up and lamp replacement. Optical zoom changes size without discarding pixels, while digital zoom and keystone trim the panel. Throw ratio ties image size to distance, so mount position decides screen size.

Specifications

BrandViewSonic
ModelLS740HD
Dimensions & fit
Image size80 to 150 inches (bullets); up to 300 inches (description)
Item dimensions11.3 x 8.5 x 5 inches
Item weight6.6 pounds
Capacity & performance
Wattage210 watts
Compatibility & installation
ConnectivityHDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm
MountCeiling mountable, ViewSonic PJ-WMK-007
Included components
IncludedPower cord, remote, user manual
Warranty & support
Warranty3 years parts and labor, 1 year lamp, first year Express Exchange
Other details
Native resolution1920 x 1080
Brightness5,500 ANSI lumens
Light sourceLaser phosphor
Contrast ratio3000000:1
Throw ratio1.1 to 1.5
Throw distance6.6 to 12.3 feet; 100 inch image from 8.2 feet
Zoom1.3x optical, 0.8x to 2.0x digital
KeystoneH/V keystone, 4 corner adjustment
Projection modes360 degree, portrait
Light source life20000 hours

Frequently asked questions

How big an image does the ViewSonic LS740HD project, and from how far?

It projects 80 to 150 inches from 6.6 to 12.3 feet, with a 100 inch image from 8.2 feet. The description quotes up to 300 inches.

Does the LS740HD work with golf simulators?

Yes. Golf mode supports major golf simulators.

Which mount fits the LS740HD?

It is ceiling mountable and compatible with ViewSonic mount PJ-WMK-007, sold separately.

Does it need lamp replacements?

No. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated at 20000 hours.