ViewSonic · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA
ViewSonic PJ860
2,000lumens
800×600native
1.39–1.8throw ratio
6.0 kgweight
The ViewSonic PJ860 is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 190w uhb bulb light source rated for 1,500 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.39–1.8:1. Released January 2000.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SVGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height | Standard lens 1.39–1.8:1 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m | 2.8–3.6 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m | 4.2–5.4 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m | 5.6–7.2 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m | 6.9–9.0 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m | 8.3–10.8 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m | 11.1–14.4 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m | 13.9–18.0 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m | 16.7–21.6 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m | 20.8–27.0 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m | 27.8–36.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m | 34.8–45.0 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m | 41.7–54.0 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 178 m² | 15.4 × 11.5 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 36 m² | 6.9 × 5.2 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 12 m² | 4.0 × 3.0 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 6 m² | 2.8 × 2.1 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 4 m² | 2.2 × 1.6 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (SVGA) |
|---|---|
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Contrast | 250:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1024x768 |
| Digital Keystone | Vertical only |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
| Display Type | 1.30" 3LCD |
| Features | Picture-in-Picture FCC A UL |
| Image Size | 30.00" - 300.00" |
| Included Lens | 1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus |
| Internal Speakers | 1.0 Watts × 2 |
| Lamp Model | DT00231 Buy DT00231 Lamp |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | 190W UHB bulb |
| Light Source Life | 1,500 hours |
| MSRP | $3,895 (USD) |
| Power | 370 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 4.90" x 11.40" x 15.50" (HxWxD) |
| Released | January 2000 |
| Resolution | 800x600 |
| Status | Discontinued Sep 2002 |
| Throw Distance | 3.6' - 27.7' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 1.39:1 - 1.80:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | No |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 13.2 lbs |
| White Brightness | 2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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