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Christie LX1500

15,000lumens
1024×768native
0.8–9.0throw ratio
36.4 kgweight

The Christie LX1500 is a 1.80" 3LCD projector rated at 15,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 330w nsh bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. 9 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 9:1. Released October 2007.

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 widthHeight103-103101-XX Zoom
1.1–1.5:1
103-135100-01 Fixed
0.8:1
38-809036-xx Fixed
1.2:1
38-809037-xx Zoom
1.4–1.8:1
38-809039-52 Zoom
2.0–2.6:1
38-809040-xx Zoom
3.5–4.6:1
38-809044-xx Zoom
2.6–3.5:1
38-809070-xx Zoom
6.3–9.0:1
38-809094-xx HP Zoom
1.5–2.0:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m2.2–3.0 m1.6 m2.4 m2.8–3.6 m4.0–5.2 m7.0–9.2 m5.2–7.0 m12.6–18.0 m3.0–4.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m3.3–4.5 m2.4 m3.6 m4.2–5.4 m6.0–7.8 m10.5–13.8 m7.8–10.5 m18.9–27.0 m4.5–6.0 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m4.4–6.0 m3.2 m4.8 m5.6–7.2 m8.0–10.4 m14.0–18.4 m10.4–14.0 m25.2–36.0 m6.0–8.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m5.5–7.5 m4.0 m6.0 m7.0–9.0 m10.0–13.0 m17.5–23.0 m13.0–17.5 m31.5–45.0 m7.5–10.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m6.6–9.0 m4.8 m7.2 m8.4–10.8 m12.0–15.6 m21.0–27.6 m15.6–21.0 m37.8–54.0 m9.0–12.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m8.8–12.0 m6.4 m9.6 m11.2–14.4 m16.0–20.8 m28.0–36.8 m20.8–28.0 m50.4–72.0 m12.0–16.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m11.0–15.0 m8.0 m12.0 m14.0–18.0 m20.0–26.0 m35.0–46.0 m26.0–35.0 m63.0–90.0 m15.0–20.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m13.2–18.0 m9.6 m14.4 m16.8–21.6 m24.0–31.2 m42.0–55.2 m31.2–42.0 m75.6–108.0 m18.0–24.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m16.5–22.5 m12.0 m18.0 m21.0–27.0 m30.0–39.0 m52.5–69.0 m39.0–52.5 m94.5–135.0 m22.5–30.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m22.0–30.0 m16.0 m24.0 m28.0–36.0 m40.0–52.0 m70.0–92.0 m52.0–70.0 m126.0–180.0 m30.0–40.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m27.5–37.5 m20.0 m30.0 m35.0–45.0 m50.0–65.0 m87.5–115.0 m65.0–87.5 m157.5–225.0 m37.5–50.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m33.0–45.0 m24.0 m36.0 m42.0–54.0 m60.0–78.0 m105.0–138.0 m78.0–105.0 m189.0–270.0 m45.0–60.0 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)1,333 m²42.2 × 31.6 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)267 m²18.9 × 14.1 m
Lit city square (15 lux)89 m²10.9 × 8.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)44 m²7.7 × 5.8 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)27 m²6.0 × 4.5 m

Full specifications

Additional Featureshe Christie LX1500 produces exceptional image performance with minimal maintenance which means increased reliability and worry-free presentations
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise51 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComponent: RCA DVI Digital Input RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneNo
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.80" 3LCD
FeaturesOption Slots FCC A CE
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp Model003-120338-01 Buy 003-120338-01 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-10% & Vertical +/-50%
Light Source330W NSH bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$29,995 (USD)
Power1,800 Watts
Projector Size9.90" x 31.90" x 22.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2007
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Oct 2014
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight80.3 lbs
White Brightness15,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
103-135100-01 Fixed0.8:18.0 m
103-103101-XX Zoom1.1–1.5:111.0–15.0 m
38-809036-xx Fixed1.2:112.0 m
38-809037-xx Zoom1.4–1.8:114.0–18.0 m
38-809094-xx HP Zoom1.5–2.0:115.0–20.0 m
38-809039-52 Zoom2.0–2.6:120.0–26.0 m
38-809044-xx Zoom2.6–3.5:126.0–35.0 m
38-809040-xx Zoom3.5–4.6:135.0–46.0 m
38-809070-xx Zoom6.3–9.0:163.0–90.0 m

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