EIKI · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

EIKI LC-X986

3,300lumens
1024×768native
0.95–11.74throw ratio
8.4 kgweight

The EIKI LC-X986 is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 3,300 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 275w nsh bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. 10 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.95:1 to 11.74:1. Released January 2002.

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 widthHeight0001-4234 Fixed
0.95:1
0001-4235 Fixed
1.15:1
0001-4237 Zoom
2.62–4.77:1
0001-4238 Zoom
4.96–8.3:1
0001-4239 Zoom
5.73–8.59:1
0001-4257 Zoom
1.22–1.72:1
0001-4270 Zoom
7.04–11.74:1
AH-23122 Zoom
1.29–1.81:1
AH-23132 Zoom
2.39–4.19:1
AH-24241 Zoom
4.21–5.82:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m1.9 m2.3 m5.2–9.5 m9.9–16.6 m11.5–17.2 m2.4–3.4 m14.1–23.5 m2.6–3.6 m4.8–8.4 m8.4–11.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m2.8 m3.4 m7.9–14.3 m14.9–24.9 m17.2–25.8 m3.7–5.2 m21.1–35.2 m3.9–5.4 m7.2–12.6 m12.6–17.5 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m3.8 m4.6 m10.5–19.1 m19.8–33.2 m22.9–34.4 m4.9–6.9 m28.2–47.0 m5.2–7.2 m9.6–16.8 m16.8–23.3 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m4.8 m5.8 m13.1–23.8 m24.8–41.5 m28.7–43.0 m6.1–8.6 m35.2–58.7 m6.5–9.1 m12.0–21.0 m21.1–29.1 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m5.7 m6.9 m15.7–28.6 m29.8–49.8 m34.4–51.5 m7.3–10.3 m42.2–70.4 m7.7–10.9 m14.3–25.1 m25.3–34.9 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m7.6 m9.2 m21.0–38.2 m39.7–66.4 m45.8–68.7 m9.8–13.8 m56.3–93.9 m10.3–14.5 m19.1–33.5 m33.7–46.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m9.5 m11.5 m26.2–47.7 m49.6–83.0 m57.3–85.9 m12.2–17.2 m70.4–117.4 m12.9–18.1 m23.9–41.9 m42.1–58.2 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m11.4 m13.8 m31.4–57.2 m59.5–99.6 m68.8–103.1 m14.6–20.6 m84.5–140.9 m15.5–21.7 m28.7–50.3 m50.5–69.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m14.2 m17.2 m39.3–71.5 m74.4–124.5 m86.0–128.8 m18.3–25.8 m105.6–176.1 m19.4–27.2 m35.9–62.9 m63.1–87.3 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m19.0 m23.0 m52.4–95.4 m99.2–166.0 m114.6–171.8 m24.4–34.4 m140.8–234.8 m25.8–36.2 m47.8–83.8 m84.2–116.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m23.8 m28.7 m65.5–119.2 m124.0–207.5 m143.2–214.8 m30.5–43.0 m176.0–293.5 m32.2–45.2 m59.8–104.8 m105.2–145.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m28.5 m34.5 m78.6–143.1 m148.8–249.0 m171.9–257.7 m36.6–51.6 m211.2–352.2 m38.7–54.3 m71.7–125.7 m126.3–174.6 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

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise39 dB / 35 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast550:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.30" 3LCD
FeaturesFCC B UL
Image Size50.00" - 400.00"
Included Lens1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts × 2
Lamp Model03-000667-01P Buy 03-000667-01P Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source275W NSH bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$7,995 (USD)
Power380 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.60" x 12.60" x 18.50" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2002
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued
Throw Distance7.7' - 47.7' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.80:1 - 2.32:1 (D:W)
Video ModesNo
Warranty3 Years
Weight18.6 lbs
White Brightness3,300 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,541 Lumens (Eco)

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
0001-4234 Fixed0.95:19.5 m
0001-4235 Fixed1.15:111.5 m
0001-4257 Zoom1.22–1.72:112.2–17.2 m
AH-23122 Zoom1.29–1.81:112.9–18.1 m
AH-23132 Zoom2.39–4.19:123.9–41.9 m
0001-4237 Zoom2.62–4.77:126.2–47.7 m
AH-24241 Zoom4.21–5.82:142.1–58.2 m
0001-4238 Zoom4.96–8.3:149.6–83.0 m
0001-4239 Zoom5.73–8.59:157.3–85.9 m
0001-4270 Zoom7.04–11.74:170.4–117.4 m

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