Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-X306

2,600lumens
1024×768native
1.51–1.8throw ratio
4.0 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-X306 is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 2,600 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 220w uhb bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.51–1.8:1. Released March 2008.

Throw distance table

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

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.51–1.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.0–3.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.5–5.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m6.0–7.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m7.5–9.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m9.1–10.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m12.1–14.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m15.1–18.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m18.1–21.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m22.6–27.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m30.2–36.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m37.8–45.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m45.3–54.0 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)231 m²17.6 × 13.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)46 m²7.9 × 5.9 m
Lit city square (15 lux)15 m²4.5 × 3.4 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)8 m²3.2 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.5 × 1.9 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack Component: RCA Composite: RCA Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
FeaturesClosed Captioning Blackboard Mode Soft Carrying Case FCC B UL
Image Size60.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers7.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelDT00911 / DT00841 Buy DT00911 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source220W UHB bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$2,995 (USD)
Power320 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-0" and 11'-12" from the screen.
Projector Size4.60" x 13.40" x 10.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMarch 2008
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2010
Throw Distance7.2' - 30.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.51:1 - 1.80:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight8.8 lbs
White Brightness2,600 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,080 Lumens (Eco)

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

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