Sanyo · 5,000–7,999 lumens · Full

Sanyo PLV-HD150

7,000lumens
1920×1080native
1.1–1.5throw ratio
37.0 kgweight

The Sanyo PLV-HD150 is a 1.65" 3LCD projector rated at 7,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a 300w uhp bulb x 4 light source. 1 interchangeable lens is listed, covering throw ratios from 1.1:1 to 1.5:1. Released July 2006.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightLNS-W06 Short Zoom
1.1–1.5:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.2–3.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m3.3–4.5 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m4.4–6.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m5.5–7.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m6.6–9.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m8.8–12.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m11.0–15.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m13.2–18.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m16.5–22.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m22.0–30.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m27.5–37.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m33.0–45.0 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)622 m²33.3 × 18.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)124 m²14.9 × 8.4 m
Lit city square (15 lux)41 m²8.6 × 4.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)21 m²6.1 × 3.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)12 m²4.7 × 2.6 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesPLV-HD150 provides 24P capability for film playback as well as 60P capability for computer graphics (60P : only through DVI input). 3500 ANSI in 2 lamp mode.
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise51 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelUSB: A
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type1.65" 3LCD
FeaturesOption Slots 2:3 Pulldown FCC A UL
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp ModelPOA-LMP95 Buy POA-LMP95 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source300W UHP bulb x 4
MSRPn/a
Power1,600 Watts 120V - 240V
Projector Size9.90" x 22.90" x 30.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJuly 2006
Resolution1920x1080
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2009 Now part of Panasonic
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24
Warranty3 Years
Weight81.6 lbs
White Brightness7,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
LNS-W06 Short Zoom1.1–1.5:111.0–15.0 m

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