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4K UHD · Laser · Ultra-Short Throw
The Optoma ZK431ST-B is the entry tier of Optoma’s dedicated golf sim lineup. A 0.496:1 ultra-short throw lens lets the projector mount close to the screen — ideal for compact rooms with low ceilings or short hitting bays. True 4K UHD and 4,100 ANSI lumens deliver sharp course detail and clean tracer overlays without the bulk of a commercial-grade chassis.
4K
UHD Resolution
3840 × 2160 native
4,100
ANSI Lumens
Real-room brightness
0.496:1
Throw Ratio
Fixed ultra-short throw
30K
Hour Laser
DuraCore, Eco mode
Why The ZK431ST-B
The ZK431ST-B is the compact answer in Optoma’s golf sim trio. Smaller chassis, tighter throw, simpler install — without giving up 4K, laser life, or Golf Sim Mode color tuning.
Bright enough for residential sim rooms with ambient light — holds course detail and shot data clean without requiring a fully dark room.
3840 × 2160 native resolution renders sharp fairways, readable simulator overlays, and detailed course textures at any screen size up to 300″.
The tightest throw ratio in the Optoma golf lineup. Mount close to the screen, eliminate shadows on the hitter, and reclaim ceiling space.
DuraCore laser light source eliminates lamp replacements entirely and holds consistent brightness across the full rated life.
Up to 34% smaller than previous Optoma 4K models, making the ZK431ST-B easier to ceiling mount in low-clearance bays and tight enclosures.
Rated for continuous 24/7 use even in the compact form factor — a fit for residential bays and small commercial training spaces.
Smart Fit alignment in the Optoma Smart Control app uses a phone photo of the screen to auto-calculate geometry and four-corner correction — no ladder, no remote-button keystone hunt.
Optoma’s Golf Sim Mode tunes color, contrast, and response for simulator gameplay — brighter blue skies, deeper shadows, natural greens. One-touch from the remote.
Ultra-Short Throw & Setup
The 0.496:1 ultra-short throw is the tightest in Optoma’s golf sim trio. Mount close enough to eliminate shadows on the hitter and use the saved space for the launch monitor.
Ultra-short throw lenses are unforgiving on alignment. Confirm geometry before drilling anything.
What Is The ZK431ST-B
The ZK431ST-B is the entry tier of Optoma’s purpose-built 4K golf simulator lineup — smaller, tighter-throw, and value-priced versus the 5,000-lumen ZK521ST-B and 6,000-lumen ZK608TST. It uses a single-chip DLP engine with a true 4K UHD pixel array, a sealed DuraCore laser light source rated up to 30,000 hours in Eco mode, and a fixed 0.496:1 ultra-short throw lens.
Placement range: the ZK431ST-B supports a projection distance of 1.3 ft to 10.8 ft and a screen size range of 36″ to 300″ diagonal. For the exact lens-to-screen distance based on your screen size and aspect ratio, run the numbers in the ESG projector fitment tool and throw calculator before mounting.
Ceiling mount notes: the ZK431ST-B weighs 6.4 lbs and supports 360° and portrait orientation. The compact chassis (10.8″ × 8.5″ × 4.5″) is up to 34% smaller than previous Optoma 4K models — useful for ceiling-mount installs in low-clearance bays. Native offset is 114% with four-corner correction and ±15° keystone in both axes for cleanup.
Simulator software: the ZK431ST-B works with all major sim platforms including GSPro, E6 Connect, TGC 2019, Awesome Golf, and Foresight FSX. The Optoma Smart Control app provides Smart Fit alignment plus display tuning purpose-built for third-party simulation software.
Everything It Does
4K UHD 3840 × 2160 with HDR10 and HLG support. Native 16:9 with full support for 4:3, 16:10, 21:9, and 32:9 simulator aspect ratios.
0.496:1 fixed ultra-short throw. Projection distance 1.3 ft to 10.8 ft. Screen size 36″ to 300″. Native offset 114%.
4,100 ANSI lumens with a 300,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. DuraCore laser delivers consistent brightness across the full 30,000-hour rated life.
Up to 34% smaller than previous Optoma 4K models. 6.4 lbs net weight with 360° and portrait projection support for flexible mounting.
Built-in 15W speaker. 29 dB operating noise in Eco mode. Rated for 24/7 continuous operation in residential and small commercial sim bays.
1 × HDMI 2.0, 1 × HDMI 2.0 (eARC), 2 × USB-A 1.5A, RJ45 LAN, RS232, 12V trigger, 3D Sync, and audio out. Full installer control support.
iOS and Android app handles Smart Fit alignment, geometry correction, power, source switching, and image settings — useful for ceiling-mounted projectors.
Purpose-built picture mode tuned for indoor golf. Compatible with GSPro, E6 Connect, TGC 2019, Awesome Golf, and Foresight FSX without manual color tweaking.
By The Numbers
| Model | Optoma ZK431ST-B |
|---|---|
| Display Technology | Single-chip DLP |
| Native Resolution | 4K UHD, 3840 × 2160 |
| Brightness | 4,100 ANSI lumens |
| Contrast Ratio | 300,000:1 dynamic |
| Light Source | DuraCore laser |
| Laser Life | Up to 30,000 hours (Eco mode) |
| Throw Ratio | 0.496:1 fixed ultra-short throw |
| Projection Distance | 1.3 ft to 10.8 ft |
| Screen Size Range | 36″ to 300″ diagonal |
| Native Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Supported Aspect Ratios | 4:3, 16:9, 16:10, 21:9, 32:9 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, HLG |
| Native Offset | 114% |
| Keystone Correction | Horizontal ±15°, Vertical ±15° |
| Geometric Correction | Four-corner correction |
| Picture Modes | Includes dedicated Golf Sim Mode |
| Alignment | Optoma Smart Fit via Smart Control app (iOS/Android) |
| Operating Noise | 29 dB (Eco mode), 35 dB (Bright) |
| Built-In Speaker | 1 × 15W |
| 24/7 Operation | Supported |
| Orientation | 360° and portrait projection |
| HDMI Inputs | 1 × HDMI 2.0, 1 × HDMI 2.0 (eARC) |
| USB | 2 × USB-A 1.5A |
| Control | RJ45 LAN, RS232, 12V trigger, 3D Sync |
| Dimensions | 10.8″ × 8.5″ × 4.5″ |
| Net Weight | 6.4 lbs |
| Power Supply | 100–240V, 50–60Hz |
| Dealer Status | Elite Sim Golf is an authorized Optoma dealer |
Compare The Lineup
All three Optoma golf-sim projectors deliver true 4K UHD on a sealed DuraCore laser engine rated up to 30,000 hours, plus the dedicated Golf Sim picture mode. The differences are brightness, throw geometry, and how much room they can light up.
Compact 4K ultra-short throw for tight rooms
Best For: Compact Rooms, Lower Ceilings
5,000-lumen short throw, 24/7 rated
Best For: Bright Rooms, Premium Builds
6,000-lumen pro short throw, IP6X engine
Best For: Commercial Bays, Largest Screens
Build The Complete Bay
A projector is one piece of the simulator. Elite Sim Golf builds the full bay — enclosure, screen, hitting surface, launch monitor, PC, and projector — sized and shipped together so the geometry works the first time.
The Eagle 12 enclosure is sized for short-throw 4K projectors with proper sidewall clearance and an impact-rated screen surface. Frame, screen, and side curtains ship together.
Pre-built SimKit bundles include the projector, enclosure, hitting surface, launch monitor, and PC matched to your room size and budget. Or use the Bundle Builder to spec a custom kit.
Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jun 21 - Jun 26
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