Dell · 3,000–4,999 lumens · SXGA+

Dell 5100MP

3,300lumens
1400×1050native
2.0–2.4throw ratio
3.7 kgweight

The Dell 5100MP is a 0.95" DLP x 1 projector rated at 3,300 lumens with a native resolution of 1400×1050. It uses a 300w p-vip bulb light source rated for 1,700 hours / 2,200 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 2–2.4:1. Released August 2005.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SXGA+)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
2.0–2.4:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.0–4.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.0–7.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m8.0–9.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m10.0–12.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m12.0–14.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m16.0–19.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m20.0–24.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m24.0–28.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m30.0–36.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m40.0–48.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m50.0–60.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m60.0–72.0 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 lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)293 m²19.8 × 14.8 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)59 m²8.8 × 6.6 m
Lit city square (15 lux)20 m²5.1 × 3.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)10 m²3.6 × 2.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThe Dell 5100MP incorporates the latest generation of DLP DDR technology which now features a 12 degree mirror tilt for higher brightness, a new manufacturing process to deliver superior contrast and DDR memory for even better video reproduction
Aspect Ratio4:3 (SXGA+)
Audible Noise37 dB / 31 dB (Eco)
Brightness3,300 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,640 Lumens (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Color Wheel2x speed
Connection PanelComponent Composite: RCA HDMI Network: RJ-45 RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.95" DLP x 1
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture CE FCC B UL
Image Size30.80" - 295.30"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts × 2
Lamp Model310-6869 / 725-10046 Buy 310-6869 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source300W P-VIP bulb
Light Source Life1,700 hours / 2,200 hours (Eco)
MSRP$2,499 (USD)
Power400 Watts 90V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-4" and 15'-12" from the screen.
Projector Size4.50" x 13.00" x 10.30" (HxWxD)
ReleasedAugust 2005
Resolution1400x1050
StatusDiscontinued Dec 2009
Throw Distance4.9' - 39.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio2.00:1 - 2.40:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight8.2 lbs

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

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