Mitsubishi · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA

Mitsubishi SL1U

1,000lumens
800×600native
1.88–2.25throw ratio
2.9 kgweight

The Mitsubishi SL1U is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 1,000 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 150w uhp bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.88–2.25:1. Released October 2001.

Throw distance table

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

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.88–2.25:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.8–4.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.6–6.8 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.5–9.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.4–11.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.3–13.5 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.0–18.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m18.8–22.5 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m22.6–27.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m28.2–33.8 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m37.6–45.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m47.0–56.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m56.4–67.5 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)89 m²10.9 × 8.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)18 m²4.9 × 3.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)3 m²2.0 × 1.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.5 × 1.2 m

Full specifications

Additional Features3 year Roadside Assistance
Aspect Ratio4:3 (SVGA)
Audible Noise34 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Data ModesMAX 1024x768
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
FeaturesFCC B
Image Size60.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-HC2LP Buy VLT-HC2LP Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source150W UHP bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$2,995 (USD)
Power230 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 12'-4" and 14'-10" from the screen.
Projector Size3.70" x 9.30" x 12.40" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2001
Resolution800x600
StatusDiscontinued
Throw Distance8.8' - 37.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.88:1 - 2.25:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.4 lbs
White Brightness1,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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