Epson Europe · 3,000–4,999 lumens · WXGA

Epson Europe EB-1940W

4,200lumens
1280×800native
1.38–2.24throw ratio
3.9 kgweight

The Epson Europe EB-1940W is a 3LCD projector rated at 4,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 245w uhe bulb light source rated for 2,500 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.38–2.24:1. Released May 2012.

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
1.38–2.24:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.8–4.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m4.1–6.7 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m5.5–9.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m6.9–11.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m8.3–13.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m11.0–17.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m13.8–22.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m16.6–26.9 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m20.7–33.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m27.6–44.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m34.5–56.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m41.4–67.2 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)373 m²24.4 × 15.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)75 m²10.9 × 6.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)25 m²6.3 × 3.9 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)12 m²4.5 × 2.8 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.5 × 2.2 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesEasy-slide horizontal keystone correction lets you place the projector almost anywhere in the room and still adjust for a perfectly rectangular image
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise37 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Brightness4,200 Lumens 3 CLO
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA DisplayPort HDMI Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast3,000:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type3LCD
Features2:3 Pulldown DICOM 2:2 Pulldown Crestron RoomView™
Image Size30.32" - 276.87"
Included Lens1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Light Source245W UHE bulb
Light Source Life2,500 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power311 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size3.60" x 14.80" x 10.70" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2012
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Jan 2016
Throw Distance4.8' - 27.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.38:1 - 2.24:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight8.5 lbs
White Brightness4,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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