Projectiondesign · 5,000–7,999 lumens · XGA

projectiondesign F3+ XGA

5,500lumens
1024×768native
1.17–9.7throw ratio
12.6 kgweight

The projectiondesign F3+ XGA is a DLP x 1 projector rated at 5,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 300w uhp bulb x 2 light source rated for 1,700 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). 7 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.17:1 to 9.7:1. Released April 2005.

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 widthHeightEN11 Zoom
1.74–2.51:1
EN12 Ultra Wide Fixed
1.17:1
EN13 Wide Zoom
1.83–2.37:1
EN14 Short Tele Zoom
3.5–5.6:1
EN14 Short Tele Zoom
2.56–4.1:1
EN15 Wide Fixed
1.71:1
EN16 Long Tele Zoom
5.6–9.7:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.5–5.0 m2.3 m3.7–4.7 m7.0–11.2 m5.1–8.2 m3.4 m11.2–19.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.2–7.5 m3.5 m5.5–7.1 m10.5–16.8 m7.7–12.3 m5.1 m16.8–29.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.0–10.0 m4.7 m7.3–9.5 m14.0–22.4 m10.2–16.4 m6.8 m22.4–38.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m8.7–12.5 m5.8 m9.2–11.9 m17.5–28.0 m12.8–20.5 m8.6 m28.0–48.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.4–15.1 m7.0 m11.0–14.2 m21.0–33.6 m15.4–24.6 m10.3 m33.6–58.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m13.9–20.1 m9.4 m14.6–19.0 m28.0–44.8 m20.5–32.8 m13.7 m44.8–77.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m17.4–25.1 m11.7 m18.3–23.7 m35.0–56.0 m25.6–41.0 m17.1 m56.0–97.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m20.9–30.1 m14.0 m22.0–28.4 m42.0–67.2 m30.7–49.2 m20.5 m67.2–116.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m26.1–37.6 m17.5 m27.5–35.6 m52.5–84.0 m38.4–61.5 m25.6 m84.0–145.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m34.8–50.2 m23.4 m36.6–47.4 m70.0–112.0 m51.2–82.0 m34.2 m112.0–194.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m43.5–62.7 m29.2 m45.8–59.2 m87.5–140.0 m64.0–102.5 m42.8 m140.0–242.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m52.2–75.3 m35.1 m54.9–71.1 m105.0–168.0 m76.8–123.0 m51.3 m168.0–291.0 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)489 m²25.5 × 19.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)98 m²11.4 × 8.6 m
Lit city square (15 lux)33 m²6.6 × 4.9 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)16 m²4.7 × 3.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)10 m²3.6 × 2.7 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesDesigned to meet requirements in professional imaging solutions, such as public displays, medical imaging, control rooms & simulation solutions. Range of color wheel options
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise30 dB
Brightness5,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Color Wheel5x speed
Connection PanelNetwork: RJ-45
Contrast5,500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneNo
Display TypeDLP x 1
FeaturesFCC A CE UL
Included Lens1.5x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp ModelR9801272 / 400-0400-00 Buy R9801272 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source300W UHP bulb x 2
Light Source Life1,700 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power100V - 240V
Projector Size8.80" x 20.00" x 14.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedApril 2005
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Mar 2008
Throw Distance6.6' - 50.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight27.8 lbs

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
EN12 Ultra Wide Fixed1.17:111.7 m
EN15 Wide Fixed1.71:117.1 m
EN11 Zoom1.74–2.51:117.4–25.1 m
EN13 Wide Zoom1.83–2.37:118.3–23.7 m
EN14 Short Tele Zoom2.56–4.1:125.6–41.0 m
EN14 Short Tele Zoom3.5–5.6:135.0–56.0 m
EN16 Long Tele Zoom5.6–9.7:156.0–97.0 m

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