Panasonic · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Panasonic PT-CX200U

2,000lumens
1024×768native
0.24–0.24throw ratio
6.2 kgweight

The Panasonic PT-CX200U is a 0.50" DLP x 1 projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 275w uhm bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.24:1. Released May 2012.

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
0.24:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m0.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m0.7 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m1.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m1.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m1.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m1.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m2.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m2.9 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m3.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m4.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m6.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m7.2 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)178 m²15.4 × 11.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)36 m²6.9 × 5.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.2 × 1.6 m

Full specifications

3D ModesPC 3D Ready
Additional FeaturesThe Panasonic PT-CW230 Series enables large-screen 3D projection in limited space. The projectors can be installed either horizontally or vertically on a table, wall, ceiling or floor, providing a wider range of uses.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise36 dB / 28 dB (Eco)
Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA HDMI Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1024x768
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.50" DLP x 1
FeaturesPC 3D Ready Short-Throw
Image Size50.00" - 93.75"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelET-LAC100 Buy ET-LAC100 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source275W UHM bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours
MSRPn/a
Power350 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size7.01" x 12.64" x 11.26" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2012
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2016
Throw Distance0.8' - 1.5' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.24:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight13.7 lbs

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

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