Boxlight · 8,000–11,999 lumens · HD

Boxlight Pro80S3

8,000lumens
1280×720native
1.2–5.6throw ratio
24.9 kgweight

The Boxlight Pro80S3 is a 0.80" DLP x 3 projector rated at 8,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×720. It uses a 300w metal halide bulb x 2 light source rated for 1,500 hours. 5 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.2:1 to 5.6:1. Released July 2008.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightPro80S3-911 Zoom
1.2–1.44:1
Pro80S3-912 Zoom
1.44–1.8:1
Pro80S3-913 Zoom
1.8–2.4:1
Pro80S3-914 Zoom
2.4–3.6:1
Pro80S3-915 Zoom
3.6–5.6:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.4–2.9 m2.9–3.6 m3.6–4.8 m4.8–7.2 m7.2–11.2 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m3.6–4.3 m4.3–5.4 m5.4–7.2 m7.2–10.8 m10.8–16.8 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m4.8–5.8 m5.8–7.2 m7.2–9.6 m9.6–14.4 m14.4–22.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m6.0–7.2 m7.2–9.0 m9.0–12.0 m12.0–18.0 m18.0–28.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m7.2–8.6 m8.6–10.8 m10.8–14.4 m14.4–21.6 m21.6–33.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m9.6–11.5 m11.5–14.4 m14.4–19.2 m19.2–28.8 m28.8–44.8 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m12.0–14.4 m14.4–18.0 m18.0–24.0 m24.0–36.0 m36.0–56.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m14.4–17.3 m17.3–21.6 m21.6–28.8 m28.8–43.2 m43.2–67.2 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m18.0–21.6 m21.6–27.0 m27.0–36.0 m36.0–54.0 m54.0–84.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m24.0–28.8 m28.8–36.0 m36.0–48.0 m48.0–72.0 m72.0–112.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m30.0–36.0 m36.0–45.0 m45.0–60.0 m60.0–90.0 m90.0–140.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m36.0–43.2 m43.2–54.0 m54.0–72.0 m72.0–108.0 m108.0–168.0 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)711 m²35.6 × 20.0 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)142 m²15.9 × 8.9 m
Lit city square (15 lux)47 m²9.2 × 5.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)24 m²6.5 × 3.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)14 m²5.0 × 2.8 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThe Pro80S3 is calibrated for DCI Input and is the only theater projector that support the future proof DCI ditgital color standard used in pro theaters. 5 lens options, fault tolerant power ballast, image shutter, DCI cinema color processing.
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise37 dB
Brightness8,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelDVI Digital Input Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin
Contrast5,000:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneNo
Digital ZoomNo
Display Type0.80" DLP x 3
FeaturesFCC A CE UL
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp ModelPRO80S3-930 Buy PRO80S3-930 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source300W Metal Halide bulb x 2
Light Source Life1,500 hours
MSRP$17,499 (USD)
Power770 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size8.80" x 25.20" x 19.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJuly 2008
Resolution1280x720
StatusDiscontinued Jul 2010
Video Modes720p
Warranty3 Years
Weight55.0 lbs

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
Pro80S3-911 Zoom1.2–1.44:112.0–14.4 m
Pro80S3-912 Zoom1.44–1.8:114.4–18.0 m
Pro80S3-913 Zoom1.8–2.4:118.0–24.0 m
Pro80S3-914 Zoom2.4–3.6:124.0–36.0 m
Pro80S3-915 Zoom3.6–5.6:136.0–56.0 m

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