Optoma GT3500HDR Ultra Short Throw 1080p Laser Projector – 3800 Lumens, 0.25:1 Throw, HDR Gaming and Movies

The Optoma GT3500HDR is a 1080p ultra short throw laser projector producing 3,800 lumens. Aimed at gamers and movie viewers in small or shared rooms, it projects an 80 to 120-inch image from inches away, eliminating shadows and ceiling mounts while its 30,000-hour laser avoids lamp changes.

Deep-Dive Story & Problem/Solution

No Room for a Ceiling Mount or a Long Cable Run

Traditional projectors need a mount, power at the ceiling, and HDMI cables routed through walls. Renters and anyone with a busy living room often cannot do that, and a projector on a table mid-room gets bumped and blocked.

The GT3500HDR sits on a low cabinet against the wall, like a soundbar. Its 0.25:1 lens folds the light path so a 100-inch image needs only around 22 inches of distance. Consoles and streaming boxes plug in directly with short cables.

The laser phosphor light source reaches full brightness quickly and lasts up to 30,000 hours. With HDR-compatible HDMI 2.0 inputs and an 8.6ms response at 1080p/120Hz, the projector is ready for both films and fast games.

100 Inches From Under Two Feet

Because the projector sits in front of the audience, nobody can walk through the beam. Image sizes from about 80 to 120 inches are supported, and horizontal and vertical keystone help align the picture.

Laser Longevity and Simple Connectivity

Two HDMI 2.0 ports, RJ-45, RS-232, and USB cover home and commercial setups. Power draw is roughly 173W, fan noise drops to 27dB in Eco mode, and there is no lamp or filter to service.

Setup Instructions

How to Set Up the Optoma GT3500HDR

1. Place the projector on a level surface below the screen, about 18 to 26 inches from the wall depending on image size.
2. Connect sources to the HDMI 2.0 inputs and power on.
3. Slide the projector forward or back to size the image, then use manual focus and keystone to refine it.
4. Select the gaming mode for play or a cinema mode for films.