Boxlight · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Boxlight Cambridge X37NST

3,700lumens
1024×768native
0.46–0.46throw ratio
4.0 kgweight

The Boxlight Cambridge X37NST is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 3,700 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 218w metal halide bulb light source rated for 4,000 hours / 10,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.46:1. Released June 2017.

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
0.46:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m0.9 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m1.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m1.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m2.3 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m2.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m3.7 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m4.6 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m5.5 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m6.9 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m9.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m11.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m13.8 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)329 m²20.9 × 15.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)66 m²9.4 × 7.0 m
Lit city square (15 lux)22 m²5.4 × 4.1 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)11 m²3.8 × 2.9 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.0 × 2.2 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise39 dB / 35 dB (Eco)
Best Used ForK-12 Education
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack Audio In: RCA Audio Out: Mini Jack HDMI HDMI (MHL) MemoryCard Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2 VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Contrast10,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesMemory Card Reader Short-Throw Closed Captioning Geometric Correction CE Blackboard Mode Crestron RoomView™
Image Size49.57" - 100.11"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source218W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life4,000 hours / 10,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,198 (USD)
Power270 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 3'-1" from the screen.
Projector Size5.60" x 13.66" x 10.43" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJune 2017
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Dec 2020
Throw Distance1.5' - 3.1' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.46:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight8.8 lbs
White Brightness3,700 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,600 Lumens (Eco)

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

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