Boxlight · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Boxlight MP-40t

3,000lumens
1024×768native
1.77–2.3throw ratio
9.2 kgweight

The Boxlight MP-40t is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 250w nsh bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.77–2.3:1. Released July 2001.

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
1.77–2.3:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.5–4.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.3–6.9 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.1–9.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m8.8–11.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.6–13.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m14.2–18.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m17.7–23.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m21.2–27.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m26.6–34.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m35.4–46.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m44.2–57.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m53.1–69.0 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)267 m²18.9 × 14.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)53 m²8.4 × 6.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²4.9 × 3.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.4 × 2.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.7 × 2.0 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise39 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast700:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.30" 3LCD
Image Size31.00" - 400.00"
Included Lens1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts × 2
Lamp Model610-285-4824 Buy 610-285-4824 Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source250W NSH bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$6,999 (USD)
Power360 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.50" x 12.40" x 18.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJuly 2001
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued
Throw Distance4.6' - 47.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.77:1 - 2.30:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight20.3 lbs
White Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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