Boxlight · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA
Boxlight CD-40m
700lumens
800×600native
1.47–1.47throw ratio
3.1 kgweight
The Boxlight CD-40m is a 0.90" DLP x 1 projector rated at 700 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 270w metal halide bulb light source rated for 1,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.47:1. Released October 1999.
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 1.47:1 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m | 2.9 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m | 4.4 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m | 5.9 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m | 7.3 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m | 8.8 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m | 11.8 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m | 14.7 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m | 17.6 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m | 22.1 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m | 29.4 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m | 36.8 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m | 44.1 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) | 62 m² | 9.1 × 6.8 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 12 m² | 4.1 × 3.1 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 4 m² | 2.4 × 1.8 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 2 m² | 1.7 × 1.2 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 1 m² | 1.3 × 1.0 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (SVGA) |
|---|---|
| Audible Noise | 43 dB |
| Brightness | 700 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Contrast | 400:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1024x768 |
| Digital Keystone | No |
| Display Type | 0.90" DLP x 1 |
| Features | FCC A |
| Image Size | 51.20" - 204.70" |
| Included Lens | Fixed focal length , manual focus |
| Internal Speakers | 1.0 Watts Mono |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | 270W Metal Halide bulb |
| Light Source Life | 1,000 hours |
| MSRP | $2,799 (USD) |
| Power | 400 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Placement | For a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 9'-9" from the screen. |
| Projector Size | 3.90" x 9.00" x 12.00" (HxWxD) |
| Released | October 1999 |
| Resolution | 800x600 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Throw Distance | 5.0' - 20.0' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 1.47:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | ** |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Weight | 6.8 lbs |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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