Boxlight · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Boxlight Boston X32NST

3,200lumens
1024×768native
0.62–0.62throw ratio
4.1 kgweight

The Boxlight Boston X32NST is a 0.59" 3LCD projector rated at 3,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 245w metal halide bulb light source rated for 4,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.62:1. Released August 2015.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (XGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
0.62:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m1.2 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m1.9 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m2.5 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m3.1 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m3.7 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m5.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m6.2 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m7.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m9.3 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m12.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m15.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m18.6 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

Maximum image size for projection mapping

Largest image that keeps a 10:1 contrast against ambient light on a light, matte surface (80% optical efficiency). See how this is calculated.

Ambient lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)284 m²19.5 × 14.6 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)57 m²8.7 × 6.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)19 m²5.0 × 3.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.6 × 2.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise38.5 dB / 33.5 dB (Eco)
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack x 2 Audio In: RCA Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI 1.3 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Contrast3,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.59" 3LCD
FeaturesShort-Throw Closed Captioning CE Blackboard Mode FCC B UL
Image Size48.15" - 120.24"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelP5WX31NST-930 Buy P5WX31NST-930 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source245W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life4,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,994 (USD)
Power284 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 4'-2" from the screen.
Projector Size5.20" x 13.70" x 14.20" (HxWxD)
ReleasedAugust 2015
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2017
Throw Distance2.0' - 5.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.62:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight9.0 lbs
White Brightness3,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,250 Lumens (Eco)

Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.

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