Canon · Under 3,000 lumens · WXGA

Canon LV-8227A

2,500lumens
1280×800native
1.42–1.71throw ratio
2.9 kgweight

The Canon LV-8227A is a 0.59" 3LCD projector rated at 2,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 215w uhp bulb light source rated for 4,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.42–1.71:1. Released June 2012.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.42–1.71:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.8–3.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m4.3–5.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m5.7–6.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m7.1–8.6 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m8.5–10.3 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m11.4–13.7 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m14.2–17.1 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m17.0–20.5 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m21.3–25.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m28.4–34.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m35.5–42.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m42.6–51.3 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 m²18.9 × 11.8 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)44 m²8.4 × 5.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)15 m²4.9 × 3.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)7 m²3.4 × 2.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.7 × 1.7 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesA host of audio inputs and outputs allow great flexibility in managing the multimedia experienceof your presentations
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise36 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast3,000:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.59" 3LCD
FeaturesBlackboard Mode
Image Size41.38" - 298.96"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelLV-LP35 Buy LV-LP35 Lamp
Light Source215W UHP bulb
Light Source Life4,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$799 (USD)
Power100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-0" and 12'-1" from the screen.
ReleasedJune 2012
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2014
Throw Distance5.0' - 30.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.42:1 - 1.71:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.5 lbs
White Brightness2,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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