Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · WXGA

Hitachi CPX3

2,000lumens
1280×800native
1.5–1.8throw ratio
1.8 kgweight

The Hitachi CPX3 is a 0.60" 3LCD projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 190w uhb bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.5–1.8:1. Released March 2008.

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 widthHeightStandard lens
1.5–1.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m3.0–3.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m4.5–5.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m6.0–7.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m7.5–9.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m9.0–10.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m12.0–14.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m15.0–18.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m18.0–21.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m22.5–27.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m30.0–36.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m37.5–45.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m45.0–54.0 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)178 m²16.9 × 10.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)36 m²7.5 × 4.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)12 m²4.4 × 2.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)6 m²3.1 × 1.9 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.4 × 1.5 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThe CPX3’s security features include My Screen PIN lock, My Text and a transition detector.
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise40 dB / 33 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.60" 3LCD
FeaturesClosed Captioning Blackboard Mode Soft Carrying Case FCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 298.90"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Modelcpx5lamp / DT00781 Buy cpx5lamp Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source190W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,995 (USD)
Power310 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-6" and 12'-7" from the screen.
Projector Size2.30" x 10.80" x 8.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMarch 2008
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Feb 2011
Throw Distance5.0' - 31.5' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.50:1 - 1.80:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight3.9 lbs
White Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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