EIKI · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

EIKI LC-X2U

2,700lumens
1024×768native
2.03–2.64throw ratio
17.8 kgweight

The EIKI LC-X2U is a 1.80" 3LCD projector rated at 2,700 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 440w metal halide bulb light source rated for 1,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 2.03–2.64:1. Released February 2000.

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
2.03–2.64:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.1–5.3 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.1–7.9 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m8.1–10.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m10.1–13.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m12.2–15.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m16.2–21.1 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m20.3–26.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m24.4–31.7 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m30.4–39.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m40.6–52.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m50.7–66.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m60.9–79.2 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)240 m²17.9 × 13.4 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)48 m²8.0 × 6.0 m
Lit city square (15 lux)16 m²4.6 × 3.5 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)8 m²3.3 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.5 × 1.9 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type1.80" 3LCD
Image Size77.00" - 600.00"
Included Lens1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers3.0 Watts × 2
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source440W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life1,000 hours
MSRP$15,995 (USD)
Power670 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-2" and 17'-2" from the screen.
Projector Size9.70" x 15.40" x 23.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedFebruary 2000
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued
Throw Distance13.1' - 80.7' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio2.03:1 - 2.64:1 (D:W)
Video ModesYes
Weight39.3 lbs
White Brightness2,700 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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