Panasonic PT-TMW380 Short Throw LCD Projector

Engineered for modern spaces, the Panasonic PT-TMW380 short throw LCD projector blends high brightness, stunning contrast, and flexible installation into one compact package. With a WXGA 16:10 native aspect, this projector is tailor-made for classrooms, large meeting rooms, training centers, and active collaborative environments where image clarity and versatile placement matter most. Its short-throw design reduces shadows and glare, enabling presenters to interact with content without blocking the screen. Whether you’re mounting it to the ceiling, installing on the floor, or opting for rear projection, the PT-TMW380 delivers vivid, sharp imagery with dependable performance over the long haul.

• The PT-TMW380 delivers bright, crisp images in demanding spaces thanks to 3800 ANSI lumens and an exceptional 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, ensuring text, diagrams, and multimedia stand out with rich color depth across 16:10 WXGA content. This combination is ideal for large conference rooms or classrooms where ambient light can be challenging, providing legible content from a comfortable viewing distance.
• Designed for flexible installations, this projector is ceiling mountable or floor mountable and supports front or rear projection. The ability to stage the image from multiple orientations minimizes shadows and maximizes audience engagement, making it a versatile choice for active teaching, corporate training, and presentation setups in variable room configurations.
• Comprehensive connectivity keeps you ready for modern workflows. HDMI and USB inputs support high-definition sources and media playback, while a Network (RJ-45) port enables remote management, monitoring, and firmware updates—reducing downtime and simplifying classroom or conference-room administration.
• Longevity and low maintenance are baked into the PT-TMW380 design. With a Normal mode lamp life of up to 20,000 hours and an Economy mode extending life to 24,000 hours, you can reduce lamp replacements and upkeep costs while maximizing uptime for busy educational institutions and corporate environments.
• High-quality image performance is complemented by a native WXGA resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio, giving you more horizontal screen real estate for side-by-side content, spreadsheets, and presentations. The projector’s crisp text rendering and sharp graphics make it a compelling choice for data-heavy lessons, business analytics, and multimedia demonstrations in a range of environments.

Technical Details of Panasonic PT-TMW380

• Resolution: WXGA (1280 x 800)
• Brightness: 3800 ANSI lumens
• Contrast ratio: 3,000,000:1
• Aspect ratio: 16:10
• Lens and throw: Short throw (designed to project large images from short distances)
• Projection methods: Front projection and Rear projection
• Mounting: Ceiling mount or floor mount capable
• Inputs/Outputs: HDMI, USB, Network (RJ-45)
• Lamp life: Normal mode up to 20,000 hours; Economy mode up to 24,000 hours
• Color and image processing: LCD projection with vibrant color rendering and precise image scaling for WXGA content

How to install Panasonic PT-TMW380

• Step 1: Plan placement. Choose a mounting location that accommodates the screen size you intend and provides clear line-of-sight to the projector. For short-throw setups, position the unit closer to the screen to minimize keystone distortion and to optimize brightness where it’s most needed.
• Step 2: Prepare mounting options. If mounting from the ceiling, use a compatible ceiling mount designed for short-throw projectors. For floor placement, ensure a stable base and secure cabling. Confirm whether you’ll run a front or rear projection setup and adjust the projection path accordingly.
• Step 3: Connect source devices. Attach HDMI from your computer, Blu-ray player, or media streamer. If you plan to play presentations from a USB drive, use the USB input. Connect the network cable (RJ-45) if you plan to use remote management or firmware updates via your institution’s network.
• Step 4: Power, align, and center. Power on the PT-TMW380, center the image on screen, and use keystone correction and focus to ensure a crisp, perfectly square image. If you’re using rear projection, enable rear mode in the projector’s menu and mirror the image as required by your projection surface.
• Step 5: Configure essential settings. Set the display mode to WXGA 16:10, select a brightness level that suits your ambient light, and adjust color saturation for accurate skin tones and faithful color reproduction. If you’re integrating with a network, configure remote management settings to monitor projector health and firmware updates automatically.
• Step 6: Test and optimize. Run through a sample presentation to verify text readability, image clarity, and color accuracy. Check for shadows in the audience area and adjust the projector position or screen gain as needed for optimal viewing comfort.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What screen size is ideal for the Panasonic PT-TMW380?
  A: The PT-TMW380 supports large-screen experiences in spaces ranging from classrooms to conference rooms. Its short-throw design allows you to achieve a big, legible image from a shorter distance, which is ideal for medium to large screens in varied room configurations.
• Q: Can I use rear projection with this projector?
  A: Yes. The PT-TMW380 supports both front and rear projection, giving you flexibility for room layouts and banner or podium placements where direct line of sight to the projector isn’t possible.
• Q: What connectivity options does it offer?
  A: It includes HDMI for high-definition sources, USB for media playback or service, and a Network (RJ-45) port for remote monitoring and management.
• Q: How long will the lamp last?
  A: In Normal mode, lamp life is up to 20,000 hours; in Economy mode, it extends to up to 24,000 hours, delivering lower maintenance costs over the projector’s life.
• Q: Is it ceiling and floor mountable?
  A: Yes. The PT-TMW380 is designed to be versatile, supporting both ceiling and floor mounting configurations to suit your space and installation preferences.
• Q: What aspect ratio does it use?
  A: The projector uses a native WXGA resolution with a 16:10 aspect ratio, which provides extra horizontal space for data-dense presentations and multimedia.