Sanyo · 5,000–7,999 lumens · XGA

Sanyo PLC-XP100L

6,500lumens
1024×768native
0.8–5.8throw ratio
11.7 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-XP100L is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 6,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 330w nsh bulb light source. 7 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 5.8:1. Released September 2007.

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 widthHeightLNS-S30 Standard Zoom
1.8–2.3:1
LNS-S31 Standard Zoom
1.8–2.3:1
LNS-T31A Long Zoom
2.3–4.2:1
LNS-T32 Long Zoom
4.2–5.8:1
LNS-W31A Zoom
1.25–1.8:1
LNS-W31A Zoom
1.3–1.8:1
LNS-W32 Short Fixed
0.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.6–4.6 m3.6–4.6 m4.6–8.4 m8.4–11.6 m2.5–3.6 m2.6–3.6 m1.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.4–6.9 m5.4–6.9 m6.9–12.6 m12.6–17.4 m3.8–5.4 m3.9–5.4 m2.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.2–9.2 m7.2–9.2 m9.2–16.8 m16.8–23.2 m5.0–7.2 m5.2–7.2 m3.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.0–11.5 m9.0–11.5 m11.5–21.0 m21.0–29.0 m6.2–9.0 m6.5–9.0 m4.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.8–13.8 m10.8–13.8 m13.8–25.2 m25.2–34.8 m7.5–10.8 m7.8–10.8 m4.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m14.4–18.4 m14.4–18.4 m18.4–33.6 m33.6–46.4 m10.0–14.4 m10.4–14.4 m6.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m18.0–23.0 m18.0–23.0 m23.0–42.0 m42.0–58.0 m12.5–18.0 m13.0–18.0 m8.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m21.6–27.6 m21.6–27.6 m27.6–50.4 m50.4–69.6 m15.0–21.6 m15.6–21.6 m9.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m27.0–34.5 m27.0–34.5 m34.5–63.0 m63.0–87.0 m18.8–27.0 m19.5–27.0 m12.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m36.0–46.0 m36.0–46.0 m46.0–84.0 m84.0–116.0 m25.0–36.0 m26.0–36.0 m16.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m45.0–57.5 m45.0–57.5 m57.5–105.0 m105.0–145.0 m31.2–45.0 m32.5–45.0 m20.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m54.0–69.0 m54.0–69.0 m69.0–126.0 m126.0–174.0 m37.5–54.0 m39.0–54.0 m24.0 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)578 m²27.8 × 20.8 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)116 m²12.4 × 9.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)39 m²7.2 × 5.4 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)19 m²5.1 × 3.8 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)12 m²3.9 × 2.9 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Awards#2 in
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComponent: RCA DVI Digital Input RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.30" 3LCD
Features2:3 Pulldown
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp Model003-120333-01 Buy 003-120333-01 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-10% & Vertical +/-50%
Light Source330W NSH bulb
MSRP$9,995 (USD)
Power490 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size7.40" x 14.60" x 17.30" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2007
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2010 Now part of Panasonic
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight25.8 lbs
White Brightness6,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
LNS-W32 Short Fixed0.8:18.0 m
LNS-W31A Zoom1.25–1.8:112.5–18.0 m
LNS-W31A Zoom1.3–1.8:113.0–18.0 m
LNS-S30 Standard Zoom1.8–2.3:118.0–23.0 m
LNS-S31 Standard Zoom1.8–2.3:118.0–23.0 m
LNS-T31A Long Zoom2.3–4.2:123.0–42.0 m
LNS-T32 Long Zoom4.2–5.8:142.0–58.0 m

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