Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · WXGA

Hitachi CP-AW2503

2,700lumens
1280×800native
0.3–0.3throw ratio
4.3 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-AW2503 is a 0.59" 3LCD projector rated at 2,700 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 250w metal halide bulb light source rated for 4,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.3:1. Released May 2014.

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
0.3:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m0.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m0.9 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m1.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m1.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m1.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m2.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m3.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m3.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m4.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m6.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m7.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m9.0 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)240 m²19.6 × 12.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)48 m²8.8 × 5.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)16 m²5.1 × 3.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)8 m²3.6 × 2.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.8 × 1.7 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesOptional wireless adapter available.
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise36 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A x 3 VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast5,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.59" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesShort-Throw Closed Captioning Geometric Correction Crestron RoomView™ FCC B UL
Image Size56.60" - 103.77"
Included LensFixed focal length , Powered focus
Internal Speakers16.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelDT01411 Buy DT01411 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source250W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life4,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power360 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size5.35" x 14.84" x 14.17" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2014
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2015
Throw Distance1.2' - 2.2' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.30:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 576i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight9.5 lbs
White Brightness2,700 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 1,800 Lumens (Eco)

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

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