Mitsubishi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi XD90U

1,500lumens
1024×768native
1.8–2.11throw ratio
1.3 kgweight

The Mitsubishi XD90U is a 0.70" DLP x 1 projector rated at 1,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 132w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.8–2.11:1. Released April 2007.

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
1.8–2.11:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.6–4.2 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.4–6.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.2–8.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.0–10.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.8–12.7 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m14.4–16.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m18.0–21.1 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m21.6–25.3 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m27.0–31.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m36.0–42.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m45.0–52.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m54.0–63.3 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 FeaturesThe XD90U has a Kensington lock slot that allows you flexibility to make sure this laptop projector is secured to media carts or tables.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise33 dB / 31 dB (Eco)
Brightness1,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelUSB: A
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type0.70" DLP x 1
FeaturesSoft Carrying Case UL
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.17x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp ModelVLT-XD90LP Buy VLT-XD90LP Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source132W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$2,995 (USD)
Power190 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 11'-12" and 14'-0" from the screen.
Projector Size2.60" x 6.80" x 8.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedApril 2007
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Dec 2008
Throw Distance5.6' - 35.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.80:1 - 2.11:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight2.9 lbs

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

Similar projectors

ModelLumensResolutionLight sourceThrow ratioStreet price
Mitsubishi HC900U1,5001024×576250W Metal Halide bulb1.65–2.0:1$1,895
Mitsubishi X801,5001024×768150W SHP bulb1.76–2.29:1$7,495
Mitsubishi XD50U Mini-Mits1,5001024×768150W UHP bulb1.95–2.34:1$3,995
Mitsubishi XD80U1,5001024×768130W UHB bulb1.94–2.33:1$1,995
Mitsubishi XL2U ColorView1,5001024×768150W UHP bulb1.87–2.23:1$3,495
Mitsubishi XL4U ColorView1,5001024×768180W NSH bulb1.61–1.92:1$3,495
Hitachi CP-RX601,5001024×768165W UHB bulb1.69:1$1,695
Hitachi CP-X3401,5001024×768165W UHB bulb1.52–1.8:1$6,495