Sanyo · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Sanyo PLC-XU116

4,500lumens
1024×768native
1.19–1.89throw ratio
3.5 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-XU116 is a 0.80" 3LCD projector rated at 4,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 275w metal halide bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.19–1.89:1. Released February 2010.

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
1.19–1.89:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m2.4–3.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m3.6–5.7 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m4.8–7.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m5.9–9.4 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m7.1–11.3 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m9.5–15.1 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m11.9–18.9 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m14.3–22.7 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m17.8–28.3 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m23.8–37.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m29.8–47.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m35.7–56.7 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)400 m²23.1 × 17.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)80 m²10.3 × 7.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)27 m²6.0 × 4.5 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)13 m²4.2 × 3.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)8 m²3.3 × 2.4 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesReplaced by Panasonic model PT-VX505NU
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA DVI Digital Input Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin Wireless Networking
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.80" 3LCD
FeaturesClosed Captioning Soft Carrying Case FCC B
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model6103339740 Buy 6103339740 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source275W Metal Halide bulb
MSRP$2,699 (USD)
Power333 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 7'-10" and 12'-5" from the screen.
Projector Size3.10" x 13.20" x 10.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedFebruary 2010
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2012 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance4.9' - 23.6' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.19:1 - 1.89:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight7.7 lbs
White Brightness4,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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