Mitsubishi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi X80

1,500lumens
1024×768native
1.76–2.29throw ratio
3.5 kgweight

The Mitsubishi X80 is a 0.90" 3LCD projector rated at 1,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 150w shp bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.76–2.29:1. Released January 2001.

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
1.76–2.29:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.5–4.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.3–6.9 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.0–9.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m8.8–11.4 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.6–13.7 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m14.1–18.3 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m17.6–22.9 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m21.1–27.5 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m26.4–34.4 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m35.2–45.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m44.0–57.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m52.8–68.7 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)133 m²13.3 × 10.0 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)27 m²6.0 × 4.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)9 m²3.4 × 2.6 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)4 m²2.4 × 1.8 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)3 m²1.9 × 1.4 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturessRGB CRT Color Mode; ColorView Natural Color Matrix; Emergency Roadside Assistance Program
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise36 dB
Contrast300:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.90" 3LCD
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture FCC A
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.3x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source150W SHP bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$7,495 (USD)
Power230 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 11'-8" and 15'-2" from the screen.
Projector Size3.10" x 9.50" x 11.50" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2001
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued
Throw Distance6.0' - 35.1' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.76:1 - 2.29:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 480p
Warranty3 Years
Weight7.7 lbs
White Brightness1,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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