Canon · 5,000–7,999 lumens · WUXGA

Canon LX-MU500Z

5,000lumens
1920×1200native
1.36–2.18throw ratio
8.9 kgweight

The Canon LX-MU500Z is a 0.48" DLP x 1 projector rated at 5,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1200. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 20,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.36–2.18:1. Released May 2018.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WUXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.36–2.18:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.7–4.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m4.1–6.5 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m5.4–8.7 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m6.8–10.9 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m8.2–13.1 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m10.9–17.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m13.6–21.8 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m16.3–26.2 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m20.4–32.7 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m27.2–43.6 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m34.0–54.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m40.8–65.4 m

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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 lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)444 m²26.7 × 16.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)89 m²11.9 × 7.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)30 m²6.9 × 4.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)15 m²4.9 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)9 m²3.8 × 2.4 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:10 (WUXGA)
Audible Noise37 dB / 35 dB (Eco)
Best Used ForHigher Education House of Worship Corporate/Business Museum/Exhibits
Brightness5,000 Lumens (ISO) 2 / 3,750 Lumens (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: RCA Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDBaseT: RJ-45 HDMI HDMI (MHL) RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast50,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.48" DLP x 1
FeaturesDICOM Geometric Correction Blackboard Mode Crestron RoomView™
Image Size60.37" - 300.19"
Included Lens1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-23% & Vertical +/-50%
Light SourceLaser Phosphor
Light Source Life20,000 hours
MSRP$2,999 (USD)
Power530 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 9'-7" and 15'-5" from the screen.
Projector Size6.00" x 17.70" x 14.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2018
Resolution1920x1200
StatusShipping
Street Price$2,999 (USD)
Throw Distance9.3' - 28.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.36:1 - 2.18:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty5 Years
Weight19.6 lbs

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

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