Dell · Under 3,000 lumens · WXGA

Dell 1609WX

2,500lumens
1280×800native
1.55–1.7throw ratio
2.3 kgweight

The Dell 1609WX is a 0.65" DLP x 1 projector rated at 2,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 200w uhp bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.55–1.7:1. Released June 2008.

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
1.55–1.7:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m3.1–3.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m4.7–5.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m6.2–6.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m7.8–8.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m9.3–10.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m12.4–13.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m15.5–17.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m18.6–20.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m23.2–25.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m31.0–34.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m38.8–42.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m46.5–51.0 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 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

Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise34 dB / 31 dB (Eco)
Awards#3 in
Brightness2,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Color Wheel2x speed
Connection PanelComposite: RCA DVI Digital Input RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast1,900:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.65" DLP x 1
FeaturesCE UL
Image Size27.30" - 359.40"
Included Lens1.1x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers8.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model311-8943 Buy 311-8943 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source200W UHP bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$849 (USD)
Power256 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size3.17" x 11.68" x 7.96" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJune 2008
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2010
Throw Distance3.3' - 39.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.55:1 - 1.70:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight5.0 lbs

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

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