Boxlight · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Boxlight TraveLight3

2,500lumens
1024×768native
1.9–2.2throw ratio
1.5 kgweight

The Boxlight TraveLight3 is a 0.60" DLP x 1 projector rated at 2,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 200w shp bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.9–2.2:1. Released October 2009.

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
1.9–2.2:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.8–4.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.7–6.6 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.6–8.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.5–11.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.4–13.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.2–17.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m19.0–22.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m22.8–26.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m28.5–33.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m38.0–44.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m47.5–55.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m57.0–66.0 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)222 m²17.2 × 12.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)44 m²7.7 × 5.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)15 m²4.4 × 3.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)7 m²3.1 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.4 × 1.8 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesUltra-portable, 3.2lbs, XGA, DLP projector.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise37 dB / 34 dB (Eco)
Brightness2,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 1,800 Lumens (Eco)
Connection PanelComposite: RCA S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.60" DLP x 1
FeaturesCE FCC B UL
Image Size40.91" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.17x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Modeltravellight2-930 / TRAVELIGHT3-930 Buy travellight2-930 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source200W SHP bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$999 (USD)
Power260 Watts 110V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 12'-8" and 14'-8" from the screen.
Projector Size2.80" x 8.70" x 7.00" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2009
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2012
Throw Distance6.0' - 38.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.90:1 - 2.20:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 540p, 575p, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight3.2 lbs

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

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