Sanyo · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA

Sanyo PLC-SW20

1,000lumens
800×600native
2.0–2.4throw ratio
2.8 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-SW20 is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 1,000 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 150w uhp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 2–2.4:1. Released April 2002.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SVGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
2.0–2.4:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.0–4.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.0–7.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m8.0–9.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m10.0–12.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m12.0–14.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m16.0–19.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m20.0–24.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m24.0–28.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m30.0–36.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m40.0–48.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m50.0–60.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m60.0–72.0 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)89 m²10.9 × 8.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)18 m²4.9 × 3.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)3 m²2.0 × 1.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.5 × 1.2 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (SVGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast350:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1024x768
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
Image Size34.00" - 200.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model610-293-8210 Buy 610-293-8210 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source150W UHP bulb
MSRP$2,995 (USD)
Power250 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-2" and 15'-10" from the screen.
Projector Size3.00" x 10.10" x 9.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedApril 2002
Resolution800x600
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2003 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance5.3' - 26.5' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio2.00:1 - 2.40:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.2 lbs
White Brightness1,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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