Hitachi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · WXGA

Hitachi CP-WX8240

4,000lumens
1280×800native
1.6–11.2throw ratio
8.3 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-WX8240 is a 0.59" 3LCD projector rated at 4,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 245w uhp bulb light source rated for 2,500 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). 3 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.6:1 to 11.2:1. Released February 2012.

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 widthHeightLL-704 Zoom
4.0–6.7:1
SL-702 Zoom
1.6–2.4:1
UL-705 Zoom
6.6–11.2:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m8.0–13.4 m3.2–4.8 m13.2–22.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m12.0–20.1 m4.8–7.2 m19.8–33.6 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m16.0–26.8 m6.4–9.6 m26.4–44.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m20.0–33.5 m8.0–12.0 m33.0–56.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m24.0–40.2 m9.6–14.4 m39.6–67.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m32.0–53.6 m12.8–19.2 m52.8–89.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m40.0–67.0 m16.0–24.0 m66.0–112.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m48.0–80.4 m19.2–28.8 m79.2–134.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m60.0–100.5 m24.0–36.0 m99.0–168.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m80.0–134.0 m32.0–48.0 m132.0–224.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m100.0–167.5 m40.0–60.0 m165.0–280.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m120.0–201.0 m48.0–72.0 m198.0–336.0 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)356 m²23.9 × 14.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)71 m²10.7 × 6.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)24 m²6.2 × 3.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)12 m²4.4 × 2.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.4 × 2.1 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesProjector management application (PJMan) allows users to monitor and control multiple projectors over LAN. Features include scheduling of events, e-mail alerts for reactive and routine maintenance.
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Brightness4,000 Lumens 3 CLO
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComponent: RCA Composite: RCA HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast3,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.59" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
Features2:3 Pulldown Closed Captioning DICOM FCC A Crestron RoomView™
Image Size32.16" - 598.11"
Included Lens1.5x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers8.0 Watts × 2
Lamp ModelDT01281 Buy DT01281 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source245W UHP bulb
Light Source Life2,500 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power355 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size5.31" x 19.61" x 15.59" (HxWxD)
ReleasedFebruary 2012
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Jan 2014
Throw Distance5.0' - 63.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.50:1 - 2.20:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 525i, 525p, 576i, 625i, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight18.3 lbs
White Brightness4,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,800 Lumens (Eco)

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
SL-702 Zoom1.6–2.4:116.0–24.0 m
LL-704 Zoom4.0–6.7:140.0–67.0 m
UL-705 Zoom6.6–11.2:166.0–112.0 m

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