Sanyo · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Sanyo PLC-XC50A

2,600lumens
1024×768native
1.74–2.09throw ratio
4.2 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-XC50A is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 2,600 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 220w uhp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.74–2.09:1.

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
1.74–2.09:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.5–4.2 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.2–6.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.0–8.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m8.7–10.4 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.4–12.5 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m13.9–16.7 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m17.4–20.9 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m20.9–25.1 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m26.1–31.3 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m34.8–41.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m43.5–52.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m52.2–62.7 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)231 m²17.6 × 13.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)46 m²7.9 × 5.9 m
Lit city square (15 lux)15 m²4.5 × 3.4 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)8 m²3.2 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.5 × 1.9 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesActive Maintenance Filter system (AMF) & Cabinet Top Lamp Replacement.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise34 dB / 28 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA DVI Digital Input RS232: DB-9pin S-Video x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast450:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
FeaturesClosed Captioning Blackboard Mode
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers7.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelPOA-LMP127 Buy POA-LMP127 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source220W UHP bulb
MSRPn/a
Power304 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 11'-7" and 13'-11" from the screen.
Projector Size3.30" x 16.10" x 10.30" (HxWxD)
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2011 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance5.5' - 34.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.74:1 - 2.09:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight9.3 lbs
White Brightness2,600 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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