Christie LX900

Name: Christie LX900
Brand: Christie

9,000lumens

1024×768native

0.8–1.8throw ratio

27.6 kgweight

The Christie LX900 is a 1.80" 3LCD projector rated at 9,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 330w nsh bulb x 2 light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). 4 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 1.8:1. Released March 2008.

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	103-103101-01 Zoom 1.2–1.5:1	103-135100-01 Fixed 0.8:1	38-809037-52 Zoom 1.35–1.8:1	38-809043-xx Fixed 0.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)	1.5 m	2.4–3.0 m	1.6 m	2.7–3.6 m	1.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)	2.25 m	3.6–4.5 m	2.4 m	4.1–5.4 m	2.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)	3.0 m	4.8–6.0 m	3.2 m	5.4–7.2 m	3.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)	3.75 m	6.0–7.5 m	4.0 m	6.8–9.0 m	4.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)	4.5 m	7.2–9.0 m	4.8 m	8.1–10.8 m	4.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)	6.0 m	9.6–12.0 m	6.4 m	10.8–14.4 m	6.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)	7.5 m	12.0–15.0 m	8.0 m	13.5–18.0 m	8.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)	9.0 m	14.4–18.0 m	9.6 m	16.2–21.6 m	9.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)	11.25 m	18.0–22.5 m	12.0 m	20.2–27.0 m	12.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)	15.0 m	24.0–30.0 m	16.0 m	27.0–36.0 m	16.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)	18.75 m	30.0–37.5 m	20.0 m	33.8–45.0 m	20.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)	22.5 m	36.0–45.0 m	24.0 m	40.5–54.0 m	24.0 m

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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)	800 m²	32.7 × 24.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)	160 m²	14.6 × 11.0 m
Lit city square (15 lux)	53 m²	8.4 × 6.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)	27 m²	6.0 × 4.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)	16 m²	4.6 × 3.5 m

Full specifications

Additional Features	The Christie LX900 features inorganic LCD technology that provides a long life optical engine designed for exceptional image performance without compromise
Aspect Ratio	4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise	47 dB / 46 dB (Eco)
Color Processing	8-bit
Connection Panel	RS232: DB-9pin
Contrast	2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data Modes	MAX 1600x1200
Digital Keystone	Horizontal & Vertical
Display Type	1.80" 3LCD
Features	Option Slots FCC A UL
Included Lens	No
Internal Speakers	No
Lamp Model	610-337-0262 / POA-LMP104 Buy 610-337-0262 Lamp
Lens Shift	Horizontal & Vertical
Light Source	330W NSH bulb x 2
Light Source Life	2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP	n/a
Power	1,232 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size	10.30" x 29.80" x 20.90" (HxWxD)
Released	March 2008
Resolution	1024x768
Status	Discontinued Apr 2009
Video Modes	720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty	3 Years
Weight	60.9 lbs
White Brightness	9,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

Lens	Throw ratio	Distance for 10 m width
103-135100-01 Fixed	0.8:1	8.0 m
38-809043-xx Fixed	0.8:1	8.0 m
103-103101-01 Zoom	1.2–1.5:1	12.0–15.0 m
38-809037-52 Zoom	1.35–1.8:1	13.5–18.0 m

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Sanyo PLC-XF42	9,000	1024×768	250W UHP bulb x 4	1.35–7.0:1	$21,995
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