Product Description
The Panasonic PT-CW240U is a DLP ultra short throw projector designed for classrooms, training rooms, meeting spaces, and professional presentation environments where installation distance is limited. Delivering up to 2,600 lumens of brightness with a native 16:10 aspect ratio, it provides large-screen projection for presentations, educational content, and multimedia applications.
Its 0.35:1 ultra short throw ratio allows the PT-CW240U to produce images from 70 to 100 inches with a maximum throw distance of only 2.4 feet. Combined with ceiling-mount compatibility, manual focus, and a compact installation footprint, this projector provides a practical solution for spaces where conventional projector placement may be difficult.
Key Features
- 2,600 Lumens Brightness: Provides strong image output for classrooms, meeting rooms, and professional presentation spaces.
- Ultra Short Throw Design: A 0.35:1 throw ratio enables large-screen projection from a very short distance.
- 70–100 Inch Projection: Supports large-format viewing for educational, business, and multimedia applications.
- 1-Chip DLP Technology: Uses a 0.65-inch DLP display system for presentation and multimedia projection.
- 16:10 Native Aspect Ratio: Widescreen format is well suited for presentations, documents, and educational content.
- 16.78 Million Colors: 8-bit color depth supports detailed color reproduction for multimedia content.
- Ceiling Mountable: Supports permanent overhead installations in classrooms, training rooms, and meeting spaces.
- Eco Operating Mode: Reduces operating noise from 35 dB in Normal Mode to 30 dB in Eco Mode.
Real Benefits
- Ideal for Space-Constrained Rooms: Ultra short throw projection minimizes the distance required between the projector and screen.
- Reduced Presenter Interference: Close-to-screen placement can help reduce shadows and obstruction during presentations and classroom instruction.
- Large Images from Short Distances: Produces images up to 100 inches with a maximum throw distance of only 2.4 feet.
- Flexible Professional Installation: Ceiling-mount compatibility provides additional options for permanent AV installations.
- Lower-Noise Operation: Eco Mode reduces operating noise to 30 dB for quieter classroom and meeting environments.
Ideal Applications
- Educational classrooms
- Training rooms
- Business presentations
- Conference and meeting rooms
- Ultra short throw installations
- Professional AV environments
- Space-constrained presentation rooms
- Ceiling-mounted projection systems
- Brand: Panasonic
- Model: PT-CW240U
- Product Type: DLP Ultra Short Throw Projector
- Display Technology: DLP
- Display System: 1-Chip 0.65 in DLP
- Maximum Brightness: 2,600 Lumens
- Native Aspect Ratio: 16:10
- Uniformity: 80%
- Color Depth: 8-Bit (16.78 Million Colors)
- Horizontal Scan Frequency: 15–100 kHz
- Vertical Scan Frequency: 24–120 Hz
- Focus: Manual
- Throw Ratio: 0.35:1
- Maximum Throw Distance: 2.4 ft
- Projection Size: 70–100 Inches
- Ultra Short Throw: Yes
- Ceiling Mountable: Yes
- Light Source Type: UHM Lamp
- Lamp Configuration: 1 Lamp
- Estimated Lamp Life: Up to 5,000 Hours - Normal Mode
- Noise Level - Normal Mode: 35 dB
- Noise Level - Eco Mode: 30 dB
- Power Consumption: 310W
- Standby Power Consumption: 6W - Normal Standby
- Low-Power Standby Consumption: 0.5W
- Width: 14.1 Inches
- Height: 9.8 Inches
- Depth: 14.4 Inches
- Package Weight: 24.6 lbs
- Package Dimensions: 19 x 18 x 15 Inches
Is the Panasonic PT-CW240U an ultra short throw projector?
Yes. The PT-CW240U features a 0.35:1 throw ratio and is designed specifically for ultra short throw projection applications.
How bright is the Panasonic PT-CW240U?
The projector delivers up to 2,600 lumens of brightness.
What image sizes does the PT-CW240U support?
The projector supports image sizes ranging from 70 inches to 100 inches.
How far can the Panasonic PT-CW240U be positioned from the screen?
The specified maximum throw distance is 2.4 feet, making it suitable for installations where projector-to-screen distance is limited.
Can the Panasonic PT-CW240U be ceiling mounted?
Yes. The projector supports ceiling-mounted installation.
What type of light source does the PT-CW240U use?
It uses a single UHM lamp with an estimated life of up to 5,000 hours in Normal Mode.
Shipping Information
Free standard shipping is available within the 48 contiguous United States.
Free Shipping Details
Free shipping does not apply to APO/FPO addresses, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or other U.S. territories.
For expedited or alternative shipping options, contact Crawford's Superstore during business hours, Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time, at 1-800-817-8795.
Freight Shipping for Large Items
Large or heavy products, including most televisions and oversized electronics, may require freight shipping. Freight shipments can take additional time to arrive. Contact us for an estimated delivery timeframe when ordering a large or heavy item.
What to Expect With Freight Delivery
- Someone must be present: Freight deliveries require someone to receive and sign for the shipment.
- Delivery appointment: The carrier will contact you to arrange delivery to your door or the lobby area of an apartment or condominium.
- Delivery hours: Freight deliveries are generally scheduled Monday through Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
- Unpacking and installation: Freight drivers do not unpack, install, or set up equipment and do not remove old equipment or packaging.
- Keep the packaging: Original manufacturer packaging may be required if the product needs to be returned or transported later.
Crawford's Superstore Return & Refund Policy
Eligible products may be returned within 30 days of the delivery date, subject to the conditions and exclusions below.
1. How to Start a Return
All returns require a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) before the product is shipped back.
- Request an RMA: Contact our support team at info@crawfordssuperstore.com.
- Pack the product securely: Use the original manufacturer's packaging and include all accessories, manuals, and supplied components. Double-boxing is strongly recommended.
- Check the package: Make sure the product is complete and safely packaged before shipping it back. Incomplete or improperly packaged returns may be subject to additional fees.
2. Return Shipping Responsibility
- Return Shipping: The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs unless the product has been verified as defective.
- Original Shipping Costs: Original shipping charges are non-refundable. If the product was sold with free shipping, the actual shipping cost paid by Crawford's Superstore may be deducted from the refund.
- Returns Over $75: A trackable shipping service and shipping insurance for the full product value are required. Crawford's Superstore is not responsible for products lost or damaged during return transit.
3. Refunds & Restocking Fees
Factory-Sealed Products:
Brand-new, factory-sealed products may not incur a restocking fee, subject to inspection and verification.
Restocking Fee:
Change-of-mind returns or products returned with an opened box or signs of use may be subject to a restocking fee
of up to 15% to account for diminished resale value.
4. Return Inspection & Refund Processing
- Inspection: Returned products are inspected and the product condition and serial number are verified before a refund is approved.
- Refund Processing: Approved refunds are generally processed within 5–7 business days to the original payment method. Your financial institution may require additional time for the credit to appear.
5. Non-Returnable Products
The following products cannot be returned after the factory seal has been broken or the product has been used:
- Projectors & Projection Lamps: Non-returnable once opened, unsealed, or lamp/light-source hours have been used.
- Large Displays: Televisions and monitors 37 inches and larger must remain factory sealed to qualify for a return.
- Computers & Software: Opened computers and opened software are non-returnable.
- Custom Products: Custom cut-to-length audio or video cables are non-returnable.
- Missing Product Identifiers: Products with missing, removed, or altered UPC codes or serial numbers are non-returnable.
6. Serial Number Verification
For fraud prevention and product verification, Crawford's Superstore records serial numbers for applicable electronics before shipment.
The serial number on any returned product must match the serial number recorded when the original order was shipped. Returns containing a different, altered, or missing serial number may be denied.
7. Defective Products
If a product is verified as defective, Crawford's Superstore will provide a prepaid return shipping label and send a new replacement unit at no additional cost once the defect has been confirmed.
