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Epson Home Cinema 5040UB

2,500lumens
1920×1080native
1.35–2.84throw ratio
11.0 kgweight

The Epson Home Cinema 5040UB is a 0.74" 3LCD projector rated at 2,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a 250w uhe bulb light source rated for 3,500 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.35–2.84:1. Released August 2016.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.35–2.84:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.7–5.7 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m4.1–8.5 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m5.4–11.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m6.8–14.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m8.1–17.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m10.8–22.7 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m13.5–28.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m16.2–34.1 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m20.2–42.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m27.0–56.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m33.8–71.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m40.5–85.2 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)222 m²19.9 × 11.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)44 m²8.9 × 5.0 m
Lit city square (15 lux)15 m²5.1 × 2.9 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)7 m²3.6 × 2.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.8 × 1.6 m

Full specifications

3D ModesFull HD 3D [Glasses Type: Shutter]
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise31 dB / 20 dB (Eco)
Color Brightness2,500 Lumens 3 CLO
Color Processing10-bit
Connection Panel12-Volt Trigger HDMI 1.4 HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A x 3 VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Data ModesMAX 3840x2160
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.74" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture Full HD 3D Frame Interpolation (MEMC) Lens Memory HDR FCC B
Image Size50.03" - 300.04"
Included Lens2.1x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Input Lag4K/60: 28ms | 1080p/60: 28ms
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp ModelV13H010L89 / ELPLP89 Buy V13H010L89 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-47% & Vertical +/-96%
Light Source250W UHE bulb
Light Source Life3,500 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$2,299 (USD)
Power373 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size7.60" x 20.50" x 17.70" (HxWxD)
ReleasedAugust 2016
Resolution1920x1080 4K w/pixel shifting
StatusDiscontinued Mar 2020
Throw Distance10.3' - 29.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.35:1 - 2.84:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/30, 1080p/50, 2160p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight24.3 lbs
White Brightness2,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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