Mitsubishi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · WXGA

Mitsubishi WD390U-EST

3,000lumens
1280×800native
0.4–0.4throw ratio
4.1 kgweight

The Mitsubishi WD390U-EST is a 0.65" DLP x 1 projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 230w p-vip bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.4:1. Released March 2013.

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
0.4:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m0.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m1.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m1.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m2.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m2.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m3.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m4.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m4.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m6.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m8.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m10.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m12.0 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)267 m²20.7 × 12.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)53 m²9.2 × 5.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²5.3 × 3.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.8 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.9 × 1.8 m

Full specifications

3D ModesPC 3D Ready
Additional FeaturesWhen connected to a LAN, users can log-in to remote computers directly from the projector, retrieve stored images and play them back.
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise33 dB / 28 dB (Eco)
Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Color Wheel5 segments
Connection PanelHDMI Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast3,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.65" DLP x 1
FeaturesPC 3D Ready Short-Throw Closed Captioning Blackboard Mode Crestron RoomView™
Image Size70.00" - 180.00"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-XD560LP Buy VLT-XD560LP Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source230W P-VIP bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,999 (USD)
Power340 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 2'-8" from the screen.
Projector Size4.45" x 12.80" x 10.16" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMarch 2013
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2013
Throw Distance1.8' - 5.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.40:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight9.0 lbs

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

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