Casio · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA
Casio XJ-A142
2,500lumens
1024×768native
1.4–2.8throw ratio
2.3 kgweight
The Casio XJ-A142 is a 0.55" DLP x 1 projector rated at 2,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a laser/led hybrid light source rated for 20,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.4–2.8:1. Released July 2014.
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 width | Height | Standard lens 1.4–2.8:1 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m | 2.8–5.6 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m | 4.2–8.4 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m | 5.6–11.2 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m | 7.0–14.0 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m | 8.4–16.8 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m | 11.2–22.4 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m | 14.0–28.0 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m | 16.8–33.6 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m | 21.0–42.0 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m | 28.0–56.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m | 35.0–70.0 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m | 42.0–84.0 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 222 m² | 17.2 × 12.9 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 44 m² | 7.7 × 5.8 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 15 m² | 4.4 × 3.3 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 7 m² | 3.1 × 2.4 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 4 m² | 2.4 × 1.8 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (XGA) |
|---|---|
| Best Used For | K-12 Education Corporate/Business Digital Signage Museum/Exhibits |
| Brightness | 2,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Connection Panel | Audio In: Mini Jack Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI RS232: DB-9pin VGA In: Dsub-15pin |
| Contrast | 1,800:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1600x1200 |
| Digital Keystone | Vertical only |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
| Display Type | 0.55" DLP x 1 |
| Features | Closed Captioning 24/7 Operation Soft Carrying Case Crestron RoomView™ |
| Image Size | 18.75" - 300.00" |
| Included Lens | 2x Powered zoom , Powered focus |
| Internal Speakers | 1.0 Watts Mono |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | Laser/LED Hybrid |
| Light Source Life | 20,000 hours |
| MSRP | $999 (USD) |
| Power | 155 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 1.69" x 11.69" x 8.26" (HxWxD) |
| Released | July 2014 |
| Resolution | 1024x768 |
| Status | Discontinued Apr 2021 |
| Throw Distance | 3.5' - 28.0' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 1.40:1 - 2.80:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 5.0 lbs |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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