EIKI · 3,000–4,999 lumens · WXGA

EIKI LC-WB40N

3,700lumens
1280×800native
1.18–1.86throw ratio
3.7 kgweight

The EIKI LC-WB40N is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 3,700 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 275w uhp bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.18–1.86:1. Released January 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
1.18–1.86:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.4–3.7 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m3.5–5.6 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m4.7–7.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m5.9–9.3 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m7.1–11.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m9.4–14.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m11.8–18.6 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m14.2–22.3 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m17.7–27.9 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m23.6–37.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m29.5–46.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m35.4–55.8 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)329 m²22.9 × 14.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)66 m²10.3 × 6.4 m
Lit city square (15 lux)22 m²5.9 × 3.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)11 m²4.2 × 2.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.2 × 2.0 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesConvenient wideangle wide-range manual zoom and focus lens.
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelNetwork: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A Wireless Networking
Contrast500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
FeaturesCE FCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelPOA-LMP111 Buy POA-LMP111 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source275W UHP bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours
MSRP$2,995 (USD)
Power390 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size3.10" x 13.20" x 10.30" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2008
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Sep 2009
Throw Distance5.3' - 25.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.18:1 - 1.86:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight8.2 lbs
White Brightness3,700 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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