Barco R98620053 TLD+ VHC Short Zoom Standard Throw Lens: 33 Compatible Models

Barco Genuine Lens R98620053 TLD+ VHC Short Zoom is an original optical accessory for Barco engineering projectors. It is a standard-throw lens with a 1.09-1.40:1 throw ratio. The OEM compatibility list covers 33 models. Before installation, simply verify the projector model and panel size; adapter rings are unnecessary. The value of a genuine lens lies not in a few additional specifications, but in its factory calibration for the optical path and lens mount of the corresponding projector series. Once installed, image-circle coverage, edge illumination, and focus travel all meet the design specifications, eliminating the need to compensate for image quality with keystone correction.

I. Lens Specifications

These specifications are subject to the OEM specifications. For mechanical dimensions, flange distance, and mount type not shown in the specifications table, please provide the projector model so we can verify them. Placing an order directly based on a similar model carries the risk that the lens will not fit.

II. Converting Throw Ratio into Installation Distance

The throw ratio is the ratio of the installation distance to the image width. This genuine zoom lens has a 1.09-1.40:1 throw ratio, so each image size corresponds to a range of installation distances. The lens can focus at any position within that range.

These figures represent the clear distance from the front of the lens to the screen and do not include clearance behind the projector for cooling and cable connections. They are calculated for a 16:10 aspect ratio; actual values are subject to on-site measurements and the OEM manual.

Image quality varies at the two ends of the zoom range. Near the short end, the image is brighter and the edges are slightly softer; near the long end, the edges are sharper and the brightness is slightly lower. Where venue conditions allow, use the middle of the range. After installation, find the sharpest image position using the focus ring, then fine-tune the lens shift.

III. Compatible Models (33 Models)

The following table is taken from the OEM compatibility list. Brightness and resolution values have been populated from the model database; unavailable data is shown as “—” and has not been estimated.

To determine whether a model outside the list is compatible, send us a photo of the projector nameplate and the existing lens. Projector platforms of the same generation often share the same lens mount, but ordering based on a similar model is not worth the risk.

Throw Ratios by Projector Series

The nominal throw ratio of the same R98620053 TLD+ VHC Short Zoom varies by projector series. Select the appropriate value based on the series of the projector being used.

IV. Three Checks Before Replacement

• Confirm the projector's imaging panel and resolution.Original lenses are engineered for a specific panel size. If the panel specifications differ, the image circle cannot cover the full panel, resulting in vignetting or light loss at the edges.
• Calculate the installation distance first.This lens has a rated throw ratio of 1.09-1.40:1. Use the table in Section II to calculate the distance for your installation site. A fixed-focus lens offers no adjustment margin; even with a zoom lens, allow 10–20 cm at each end.
• Check the mount and locking mechanism.The original lens is calibrated for the lens mount of the corresponding projector series. After installation, you must hear it lock into place. A skewed image and soft edges are usually caused by incomplete locking rather than a problem with the lens itself.

If you are unsure, send us one photo each of the projector nameplate and the nameplate on the existing lens. Verification against the actual hardware is the most reliable approach.