Boxlight · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Boxlight Boston X40N

4,000lumens
1024×768native
1.41–1.7throw ratio
3.4 kgweight

The Boxlight Boston X40N is a 0.60" 3LCD projector rated at 4,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 245w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,500 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.41–1.7:1. Released May 2013.

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
1.41–1.7:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m2.8–3.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.2–5.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m5.6–6.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m7.0–8.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m8.5–10.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m11.3–13.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m14.1–17.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m16.9–20.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m21.1–25.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m28.2–34.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m35.2–42.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m42.3–51.0 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)356 m²21.8 × 16.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)71 m²9.7 × 7.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)24 m²5.6 × 4.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.1 × 2.3 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesOptional WiFi display, PC-less presentations with 1.5G of internal storage for multi-media display.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise38.5 dB / 33.5 dB (Eco)
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA HDMI 1.3a Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast3,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.60" 3LCD
FeaturesCE UL
Image Size35.29" - 367.02"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelP5WX31NST-930 Buy P5WX31NST-930 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source245W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life2,500 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,298 (USD)
Power332 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size3.80" x 12.80" x 10.20" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2013
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued
Throw Distance4.0' - 34.5' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.41:1 - 1.70:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight7.5 lbs
White Brightness4,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,800 Lumens (Eco)

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

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