The Sanyo PLC-700M is a 3.10" TFT LCD x 3 projector rated at 600 lumens with a native resolution of 640×480. It uses a 400w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (VGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height |
|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m |
No throw-ratio data was published for this model.
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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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 53 m² | 8.4 × 6.3 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 11 m² | 3.8 × 2.8 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 4 m² | 2.2 × 1.6 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 2 m² | 1.5 × 1.2 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 1 m² | 1.2 × 0.9 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (VGA) |
|---|---|
| Brightness | 600 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Contrast | 100:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 640x480 |
| Digital Keystone | No |
| Display Type | 3.10" TFT LCD x 3 |
| Included Lens | 1.6x Powered zoom , Powered focus |
| Internal Speakers | 3.0 Watts Mono |
| Lens Shift | Vertical +/-0.00% |
| Light Source | 400W Metal Halide bulb |
| Light Source Life | 2,000 hours |
| MSRP | $9,995 (USD) |
| Power | 630 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 12.20" x 15.50" x 23.40" (HxWxD) |
| Resolution | 640x480 |
| Status | Discontinued Now part of Panasonic |
| Throw Distance | 6.5' - 53.0' |
| Video Modes | No |
| Weight | 51.7 lbs |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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