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Boxlight Eco X27NST

2,700lumens
1024×768native
0.45–0.45throw ratio
4.0 kgweight

The Boxlight Eco X27NST is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 2,700 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 230w nsh bulb light source rated for 4,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.45:1. Released February 2014.

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
0.45:1
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 m2.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m2.7 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m3.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m4.5 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m5.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m6.8 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m9.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m11.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m13.5 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)240 m²17.9 × 13.4 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)48 m²8.0 × 6.0 m
Lit city square (15 lux)16 m²4.6 × 3.5 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)8 m²3.3 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.5 × 1.9 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesEco standard projector series for non-interactive applications
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise36 dB / 32 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack Audio In: RCA Audio Out: Mini Jack Component Composite: RCA HDMI Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2 VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Contrast4,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesShort-Throw Closed Captioning CE
Image Size50.00" - 100.33"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers7.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelECO-930 Buy ECO-930 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source230W NSH bulb
Light Source Life4,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power280 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 3'-0" from the screen.
Projector Size4.90" x 15.40" x 12.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedFebruary 2014
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2017
Throw Distance1.5' - 3.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.45:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/24, 1080p/25, 1035i, 576i, 576p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight8.8 lbs
White Brightness2,700 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 1,900 Lumens (Eco)

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

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