Sanyo · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Sanyo PLC-XU4000

4,000lumens
1024×768native
1.74–2.09throw ratio
3.3 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-XU4000 is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 4,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 245w metal halide bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.74–2.09:1. Released January 2011.

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)356 m²21.8 × 16.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)71 m²9.7 × 7.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)24 m²5.6 × 4.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.1 × 2.3 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesReplaced by Panasonic model PT-VX400U
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
FeaturesClosed Captioning FCC B
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelPOA-LMP148 / ET-LAV100 Buy POA-LMP148 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source245W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,545 (USD)
Power322 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 11'-7" and 13'-11" from the screen.
Projector Size3.80" x 13.80" x 10.30" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2011
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2012 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, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight7.3 lbs
White Brightness4,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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