Hitachi · 5,000–7,999 lumens · WUXGA

Hitachi CP-WU8451

5,000lumens
1920×1200native
0.9–8.7throw ratio
9.2 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-WU8451 is a 3LCD projector rated at 5,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1200. It uses a 330w uhp bulb light source rated for 2,500 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). 5 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.9:1 to 8.7:1. Released April 2015.

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-701 Fixed
0.9:1
LL-704 Zoom
3.1–5.2:1
ML-703 Standard Zoom
1.6–3.2:1
SL-702 Zoom
1.3–1.9:1
UL-705 Zoom
5.2–8.7:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m1.8 m6.2–10.4 m3.2–6.4 m2.6–3.8 m10.4–17.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m2.7 m9.3–15.6 m4.8–9.6 m3.9–5.7 m15.6–26.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m3.6 m12.4–20.8 m6.4–12.8 m5.2–7.6 m20.8–34.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m4.5 m15.5–26.0 m8.0–16.0 m6.5–9.5 m26.0–43.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m5.4 m18.6–31.2 m9.6–19.2 m7.8–11.4 m31.2–52.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m7.2 m24.8–41.6 m12.8–25.6 m10.4–15.2 m41.6–69.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m9.0 m31.0–52.0 m16.0–32.0 m13.0–19.0 m52.0–87.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m10.8 m37.2–62.4 m19.2–38.4 m15.6–22.8 m62.4–104.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m13.5 m46.5–78.0 m24.0–48.0 m19.5–28.5 m78.0–130.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m18.0 m62.0–104.0 m32.0–64.0 m26.0–38.0 m104.0–174.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m22.5 m77.5–130.0 m40.0–80.0 m32.5–47.5 m130.0–217.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m27.0 m93.0–156.0 m48.0–96.0 m39.0–57.0 m156.0–261.0 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)444 m²26.7 × 16.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)89 m²11.9 × 7.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)30 m²6.9 × 4.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)15 m²4.9 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)9 m²3.8 × 2.4 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:10 (WUXGA)
Best Used ForHigher Education Corporate/Business Simulation
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack x 2 Audio In: RCA Audio Out: Mini Jack Component: RCA Composite: RCA HDBaseT: RJ-45 HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Contrast5,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture Closed Captioning DICOM Geometric Correction Lens Memory FCC A Crestron RoomView™ UL
Included LensNo
Internal Speakers8.0 Watts × 2
Lamp ModelDT01291 Buy DT01291 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source330W UHP bulb
Light Source Life2,500 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$9,199 (USD)
Power500 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size5.30" x 19.60" x 15.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedApril 2015
Resolution1920x1200
StatusDiscontinued Jul 2017
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight20.3 lbs
White Brightness5,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
FL-701 Fixed0.9:19.0 m
SL-702 Zoom1.3–1.9:113.0–19.0 m
ML-703 Standard Zoom1.6–3.2:116.0–32.0 m
LL-704 Zoom3.1–5.2:131.0–52.0 m
UL-705 Zoom5.2–8.7:152.0–87.0 m

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