Dell · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Dell 2300MP

2,300lumens
1024×768native
2.02–2.43throw ratio
2.1 kgweight

The Dell 2300MP is a DLP x 1 projector rated at 2,300 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 200w p-vip bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 2,500 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 2.02–2.43:1. Released September 2004.

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
2.02–2.43:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.0–4.9 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.1–7.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m8.1–9.7 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m10.1–12.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m12.1–14.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m16.2–19.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m20.2–24.3 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m24.2–29.2 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m30.3–36.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m40.4–48.6 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m50.5–60.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m60.6–72.9 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)204 m²16.5 × 12.4 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)41 m²7.4 × 5.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)14 m²4.3 × 3.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)7 m²3.0 × 2.3 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.3 × 1.8 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesFull connectivity — Supports PC, S-video, composite video, component (HDTV) video and RS-232 connectors
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise38 dB / 34 dB (Eco)
Brightness2,300 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelRS232: DB-9pin
Contrast2,100:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display TypeDLP x 1
FeaturesFCC B
Image Size24.40" - 292.50"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelG5553 / 730-11445 Buy G5553 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source200W P-VIP bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 2,500 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,199 (USD)
Power250 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-5" and 16'-2" from the screen.
Projector Size3.10" x 9.80" x 8.00" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2004
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued May 2006
Throw Distance3.9' - 39.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio2.02:1 - 2.43:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty1 Year
Weight4.7 lbs

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

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