Sanyo · 3,000–4,999 lumens · WXGA

Sanyo PLC-WU3800

3,800lumens
1280×800native
1.17–1.87throw ratio
3.5 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-WU3800 is a 3LCD projector rated at 3,800 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 275w nsh bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.17–1.87:1. Released July 2011.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.17–1.87:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.3–3.7 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m3.5–5.6 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m4.7–7.5 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m5.8–9.4 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m7.0–11.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m9.4–15.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m11.7–18.7 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m14.0–22.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m17.5–28.1 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m23.4–37.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m29.2–46.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m35.1–56.1 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)338 m²23.2 × 14.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)68 m²10.4 × 6.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)23 m²6.0 × 3.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)11 m²4.2 × 2.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.3 × 2.1 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesReplaced by Panasonic model PT-VW430U
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA HDMI 1.3b Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast500:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type3LCD
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture Closed Captioning FCC B
Image Size37.84" - 302.37"
Included Lens1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model610-333-9740 Buy 610-333-9740 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source275W NSH bulb
MSRP$1,995 (USD)
Power366 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 8'-3" and 13'-3" from the screen.
Projector Size3.70" x 13.20" x 10.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJuly 2011
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2012 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance5.0' - 25.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.17:1 - 1.87:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight7.7 lbs
White Brightness3,800 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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