Mitsubishi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi XD80U

1,500lumens
1024×768native
1.94–2.33throw ratio
1.3 kgweight

The Mitsubishi XD80U is a 0.70" DLP x 1 projector rated at 1,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 130w uhb bulb light source rated for 1,500 hours / 2,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.94–2.33:1. Released February 2006.

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
1.94–2.33:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.9–4.7 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.8–7.0 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.8–9.3 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.7–11.7 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.6–14.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.5–18.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m19.4–23.3 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m23.3–28.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m29.1–35.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m38.8–46.6 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m48.5–58.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m58.2–69.9 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)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 FeaturesDualColor Mode - 4 segment (RGBW) for presentations & 6 segment (RGBRBG) for video.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise40 dB / 38 dB (Eco)
Brightness1,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Color Wheel6 segments
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.70" DLP x 1
FeaturesCE FCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers0.5 Watts Mono
Lamp Model28-059 / VLT-XD80LP Buy 28-059 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source130W UHB bulb
Light Source Life1,500 hours / 2,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,995 (USD)
Power190 Watts 90V - 264V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 12'-10" and 15'-5" from the screen.
Projector Size1.80" x 7.30" x 6.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedFebruary 2006
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2007
Throw Distance6.1' - 38.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.94:1 - 2.33:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight2.9 lbs

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

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