LG ProBeam BU50RG

LG BU50RG projector, white body with a black vented front panel, front view with the lens at the right
BrandLG · ProBeam
TypeBusiness
ReleasedFebruary 2024
Resolution4K UHD
Imaging technologyDLP
Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
Brightness5,000 lm ANSI
Throw ratio1.3–2.08:1

A single-chip DLP laser projector for business and signage use, rated at 5,000 ANSI lumens with 4K UHD output from XPR pixel shifting. It has a manual 1.6x zoom with lens shift, two HDMI 2.0 inputs, RS-232C and RJ45 control, and webOS 6.0 signage software.

Data sheet

Picture

White light output5,000 lm ANSI
Imaging technologyDLP
Native aspect16:9Derived
Addressable resolution4K UHD (3840 × 2160)
Dynamic contrast3,000,000:1
Tone mappingDynamic

Light source

Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
Light-source lifeUp to 20,000 h

Optics

Throw ratio1.3–2.08:10 m5 m10 m15 m40″60″80″100″120″150″200″250″300″100″ · 2.88–4.60 m
Image size40–300 in
ZoomOptical
Zoom ratio1.6×Derived
FocusManual
AutofocusNo
Vertical lens shift±50%
Horizontal lens shift±20%
Auto keystoneNo
Grid warpYes

Motion & gaming

Frame interpolation (MEMC)Yes

Inputs & control

HDMI inputs2 × HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2)
Max input resolutionDCI 4K
USB media playbackYes
Control portsRS-232

Smart platform

EthernetYes
Smart platformwebOS
OS version6
Storage8 GB
CastingMiracast

Audio

Speaker power10 W
Speakers2
Audio outputs3.5 mm, HDMI ARC
HDMI audio returnARCDerived

Physical & installation

Dimensions (W × D × H)370 × 290 × 156 mm
Weight9,700 g
ColoursBlack, White
OrientationsTable, Ceiling, Rear

Environment & power

Operating temperature0–40°C
Operating humidity0–80%RH
AltitudeHigh-altitude mode
Power drawMax 400 W
StandbyUp to 0.5 W
Power supplyBuilt in
Mains input100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
Fan noiseMax 33 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A)

Safety & support

Laser classClass 1
Risk groupRG2
Warranty🇺🇸 US 3 yr

In the box

In the boxPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, User manual

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Variants & identifiers

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VariantRegionTypeCode
US🇺🇸 USUPC195174068007
MPNBU50RG
MPNBU50RG.AUS

Sources

Also known as

BU50RG-GLWorldwideRegional model