Dell · 3,000–4,999 lumens · SVGA

Dell P318S

3,200lumens
800×600native
1.95–2.15throw ratio
2.4 kgweight

The Dell P318S is a DLP x 1 projector rated at 3,200 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 195w metal halide bulb light source rated for 5,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.95–2.15:1. Released June 2017.

Throw distance table

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

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.95–2.15:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.9–4.3 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.8–6.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.8–8.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.8–10.8 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.7–12.9 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.6–17.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m19.5–21.5 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m23.4–25.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m29.2–32.2 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m39.0–43.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m48.8–53.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m58.5–64.5 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)284 m²19.5 × 14.6 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)57 m²8.7 × 6.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)19 m²5.0 × 3.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.6 × 2.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m

Full specifications

3D ModesPC 3D Ready
Aspect Ratio4:3 (SVGA)
Audible Noise34 dB / 31 dB (Eco)
Brightness3,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Contrast10,000:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display TypeDLP x 1
FeaturesPC 3D Ready
Image Size27.21" - 251.92"
Included Lens1.1x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model725-BBEL Buy 725-BBEL Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source195W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life5,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$389 (USD)
Power245 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-0" and 14'-4" from the screen.
Projector Size3.40" x 12.40" x 8.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJune 2017
Resolution800x600
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2019
Throw Distance3.9' - 32.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.95:1 - 2.15:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight5.3 lbs

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

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