The Boxlight SP-48z is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 1,400 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 180w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Released April 2004.
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 |
|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m |
No throw-ratio data was published for this model.
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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) | 124 m² | 12.9 × 9.7 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 25 m² | 5.8 × 4.3 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 8 m² | 3.3 × 2.5 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 4 m² | 2.4 × 1.8 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 2 m² | 1.8 × 1.4 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (SVGA) |
|---|---|
| Audible Noise | 38 dB |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Contrast | 500:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1280x1024 |
| Display Type | 0.70" 3LCD |
| Image Size | 25.90" - 331.40" |
| Included Lens | 1.3x manual zoom |
| Internal Speakers | 1.0 Watts × 2 |
| Lamp Model | SP-48z Buy SP-48z Lamp |
| Light Source | 180W Metal Halide bulb |
| Light Source Life | 2,000 hours |
| MSRP | $1,199 (USD) |
| Power | 240 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 11.00" x 3.00" x 8.90" (HxWxD) |
| Released | April 2004 |
| Resolution | 800x600 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Throw Distance | 3.3' - 32.8' |
| Video Modes | No |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Weight | 6.6 lbs |
| White Brightness | 1,400 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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