Hitachi · 12,000–19,999 lumens · WUXGA

Hitachi CP-WU13K

13,000lumens
1920×1200native
0.7–7.0throw ratio
34.0 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-WU13K is a DLP x 3 projector rated at 13,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1200. It uses a 465w metal halide bulb x 2 light source rated for 2,000 hours / 2,500 hours (Eco). 6 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.7:1 to 7:1. Released August 2014.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WUXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightFL-K01 Short Fixed
0.7:1
FL-K02 Fixed
1.1:1
LL-K05 Long Zoom
2.6–4.2:1
ML-K04 Standard Zoom
1.9–2.6:1
SL-K03 Zoom
1.4–1.9:1
UL-K06 Ultra Long Zoom
4.2–7.0:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m1.4 m2.2 m5.2–8.4 m3.8–5.2 m2.8–3.8 m8.4–14.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m2.1 m3.3 m7.8–12.6 m5.7–7.8 m4.2–5.7 m12.6–21.0 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m2.8 m4.4 m10.4–16.8 m7.6–10.4 m5.6–7.6 m16.8–28.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m3.5 m5.5 m13.0–21.0 m9.5–13.0 m7.0–9.5 m21.0–35.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m4.2 m6.6 m15.6–25.2 m11.4–15.6 m8.4–11.4 m25.2–42.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m5.6 m8.8 m20.8–33.6 m15.2–20.8 m11.2–15.2 m33.6–56.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m7.0 m11.0 m26.0–42.0 m19.0–26.0 m14.0–19.0 m42.0–70.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m8.4 m13.2 m31.2–50.4 m22.8–31.2 m16.8–22.8 m50.4–84.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m10.5 m16.5 m39.0–63.0 m28.5–39.0 m21.0–28.5 m63.0–105.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m14.0 m22.0 m52.0–84.0 m38.0–52.0 m28.0–38.0 m84.0–140.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m17.5 m27.5 m65.0–105.0 m47.5–65.0 m35.0–47.5 m105.0–175.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m21.0 m33.0 m78.0–126.0 m57.0–78.0 m42.0–57.0 m126.0–210.0 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)1,156 m²43.0 × 26.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)231 m²19.2 × 12.0 m
Lit city square (15 lux)77 m²11.1 × 6.9 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)39 m²7.9 × 4.9 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)23 m²6.1 × 3.8 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThe Geometric Correction function allows images to display on an uneven surface. (Does not work with the DVI input.)
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WUXGA)
Brightness13,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing10-bit
Connection Panel12-Volt Trigger Component: RCA HD-SDI: BNC HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display TypeDLP x 3
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture DICOM Edge Blending Geometric Correction FCC A UL
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp ModelDT01591D Buy DT01591D Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source465W Metal Halide bulb x 2
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 2,500 hours (Eco)
MSRP$44,999 (USD)
Power1,230 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size10.60" x 19.70" x 24.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedAugust 2014
Resolution1920x1200
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2019
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight75.0 lbs

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
FL-K01 Short Fixed0.7:17.0 m
FL-K02 Fixed1.1:111.0 m
SL-K03 Zoom1.4–1.9:114.0–19.0 m
ML-K04 Standard Zoom1.9–2.6:119.0–26.0 m
LL-K05 Long Zoom2.6–4.2:126.0–42.0 m
UL-K06 Ultra Long Zoom4.2–7.0:142.0–70.0 m

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