Christie 4K1600-JS

Christie Jazz 4K projector, black, side view showing the connection panel, keypad and an installed lens
BrandChristie · Jazz Series
TypeInstallation
ReleasedNovember 2024
Resolution3840 × 2400 (WUXGA pixel shift)
HDR formatsHDR10
Imaging technologyDLP
Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
Brightness16,600 lm ISO

A single-chip DLP laser projector for large venues, with a 0.8-inch 1920x1200 DMD that pixel-shifts to 3840x2400, rated 16,600 ISO and 14,000 ANSI lumens. It takes interchangeable lenses, has 12G-SDI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort and HDBaseT inputs, and onboard Twist warping and blending.

Data sheet

Picture

White light output16,600 lm ISO · 14,000 lm ANSI
Imaging technologyDLP
Chip / panel diagonal0.8 in
Native resolutionWUXGA (1920 × 1200)
Native aspect16:10Derived
Pixel shiftYes (scheme not stated)
Addressable resolution3840 × 2400
Colour wheel segments4
Dynamic contrast25,000:1
HDR formatsHDR10
3DYes
3D formatsFrame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential

Light source

Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
EmitterBlue laser + phosphor
Light-source life20,000 h normal · 50,000 h eco
Life defined as50% brightness

Optics

FocusMotorised
Motorised lens shiftYes
Lens memory slots5
Grid warpYes
Interchangeable lensYes

Motion & gaming

Max input refresh1080p: 240 Hz · 4K UHD: 60 Hz

Inputs & control

HDMI inputs2 × HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2)
Other video inputsHDBaseT, SDI
Max input resolution3840 × 2400
Control portsRS-232, Wired IR
Control-system driversCrestron, AMX

Smart platform

EthernetYes

Physical & installation

Weight29,400 g
OrientationsTable, Ceiling, Rear

Environment & power

Operating temperature0–45°C
Operating humidity10–85%RH
Altitude3,048 m
Power drawMax 1,020 W · Normal 1,020 W · Eco 840 W
StandbyUp to 0.3 W
Networked standbyUp to 6 W
Mains input100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
Fan noiseNormal 45 dB(A) · Eco 43 dB(A)

Safety & support

Laser classClass 1
Risk groupRG3
FDA laser noticeNotice 57
MarksCE, FCC, CCC, KC, PSE, RCM
User manualchristiedigital.com
Firmware1.4.0 (Jul 2026)

In the box

In the boxPower cord, Remote
RemoteIR

Reviews

Articles

Christie 4K 1600-JS Large-Venue Projector Review
ProjectorCentral · September 15, 2025

Videos

A Deep Dive into the Christie 4K 1600-JS Large-Venue Projector · ProjectorCentral

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Variants & identifiers

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VariantRegionTypeCode
StandardAll regionsMPN171-082101
TAA-compliant (4K1600A-JS)All regionsMPN171-086105

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