Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens

Hitachi CP-SX5500W

1,500lumens
1365×1024native
2.06–2.67throw ratio
5.4 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-SX5500W is a 0.90" LCoS x 3 projector rated at 1,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1365×1024. It uses a 220w uhb bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 2.06–2.67:1. Released September 2001.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SXGA+)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
2.06–2.67:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.1–5.3 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.2–8.0 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m8.2–10.7 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m10.3–13.3 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m12.4–16.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m16.5–21.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m20.6–26.7 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m24.7–32.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m30.9–40.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m41.2–53.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m51.5–66.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.51 m61.8–80.1 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)133 m²13.3 × 10.0 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)27 m²6.0 × 4.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)9 m²3.4 × 2.6 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)4 m²2.4 × 1.8 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)3 m²1.9 × 1.4 m

Full specifications

Additional Features3:2 pull down system
Aspect Ratio4:3 (SXGA+)
Audible Noise32 dB
Brightness1,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast600:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.90" LCoS x 3
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture 2:3 Pulldown FCC B
Image Size40.00" - 200.00"
Included Lens1.3x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Modelcpsx5500lamp Buy cpsx5500lamp Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source220W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$8,995 (USD)
Power360 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-8" and 17'-9" from the screen.
Projector Size4.10" x 9.80" x 13.20" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2001
Resolution1365x1024
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2003
Throw Distance7.0' - 27.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio2.06:1 - 2.67:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight12.0 lbs

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

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