Christie · 12,000–19,999 lumens · 4K
Christie M 4K15 RGB
14,000lumens
3840×2160native
0.37–10.4throw ratio
38.0 kgweight
The Christie M 4K15 RGB is a 0.95" DLP x 3 projector rated at 14,000 lumens with a native resolution of 3840×2160. It uses a rgb laser light source rated for 25,000 hours / 50,000 hours (Eco). 11 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.37:1 to 10.4:1. Released August 2023.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (4K HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height | 118-100110-03 ILS1 Fixed 0.67:1 | 118-100111-03 ILS1 Zoom 1.16–1.49:1 | 118-100112-01 ILS1 Zoom 1.4–1.8:1 | 118-100113-02 ILS1 Zoom 1.8–2.6:1 | 118-100114-03 ILS1 Zoom 2.6–4.1:1 | 118-100115-03 ILS1 Zoom 4.1–6.9:1 | 118-100116-03 ILS1 Zoom 6.9–10.4:1 | 118-100117-02 ILS1 Fixed 1.1:1 | 118-130105-03 ILS1 Zoom 0.8–1.16:1 | 118-131106-03 ILS1 Fixed 0.37:1 | 163-165103-XX Zoom 1.28–1.87:1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.12 m | 1.3 m | 2.3–3.0 m | 2.8–3.6 m | 3.6–5.2 m | 5.2–8.2 m | 8.2–13.8 m | 13.8–20.8 m | 2.2 m | 1.6–2.3 m | 0.7 m | 2.6–3.7 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 1.69 m | 2.0 m | 3.5–4.5 m | 4.2–5.4 m | 5.4–7.8 m | 7.8–12.3 m | 12.3–20.7 m | 20.7–31.2 m | 3.3 m | 2.4–3.5 m | 1.1 m | 3.8–5.6 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 2.25 m | 2.7 m | 4.6–6.0 m | 5.6–7.2 m | 7.2–10.4 m | 10.4–16.4 m | 16.4–27.6 m | 27.6–41.6 m | 4.4 m | 3.2–4.6 m | 1.5 m | 5.1–7.5 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 2.81 m | 3.4 m | 5.8–7.5 m | 7.0–9.0 m | 9.0–13.0 m | 13.0–20.5 m | 20.5–34.5 m | 34.5–52.0 m | 5.5 m | 4.0–5.8 m | 1.9 m | 6.4–9.4 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 3.38 m | 4.0 m | 7.0–8.9 m | 8.4–10.8 m | 10.8–15.6 m | 15.6–24.6 m | 24.6–41.4 m | 41.4–62.4 m | 6.6 m | 4.8–7.0 m | 2.2 m | 7.7–11.2 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 4.5 m | 5.4 m | 9.3–11.9 m | 11.2–14.4 m | 14.4–20.8 m | 20.8–32.8 m | 32.8–55.2 m | 55.2–83.2 m | 8.8 m | 6.4–9.3 m | 3.0 m | 10.2–15.0 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 5.62 m | 6.7 m | 11.6–14.9 m | 14.0–18.0 m | 18.0–26.0 m | 26.0–41.0 m | 41.0–69.0 m | 69.0–104.0 m | 11.0 m | 8.0–11.6 m | 3.7 m | 12.8–18.7 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 6.75 m | 8.0 m | 13.9–17.9 m | 16.8–21.6 m | 21.6–31.2 m | 31.2–49.2 m | 49.2–82.8 m | 82.8–124.8 m | 13.2 m | 9.6–13.9 m | 4.4 m | 15.4–22.4 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 8.44 m | 10.1 m | 17.4–22.4 m | 21.0–27.0 m | 27.0–39.0 m | 39.0–61.5 m | 61.5–103.5 m | 103.5–156.0 m | 16.5 m | 12.0–17.4 m | 5.5 m | 19.2–28.1 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 11.25 m | 13.4 m | 23.2–29.8 m | 28.0–36.0 m | 36.0–52.0 m | 52.0–82.0 m | 82.0–138.0 m | 138.0–208.0 m | 22.0 m | 16.0–23.2 m | 7.4 m | 25.6–37.4 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 14.06 m | 16.8 m | 29.0–37.2 m | 35.0–45.0 m | 45.0–65.0 m | 65.0–102.5 m | 102.5–172.5 m | 172.5–260.0 m | 27.5 m | 20.0–29.0 m | 9.2 m | 32.0–46.8 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 16.88 m | 20.1 m | 34.8–44.7 m | 42.0–54.0 m | 54.0–78.0 m | 78.0–123.0 m | 123.0–207.0 m | 207.0–312.0 m | 33.0 m | 24.0–34.8 m | 11.1 m | 38.4–56.1 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 1,244 m² | 47.0 × 26.5 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 249 m² | 21.0 × 11.8 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 83 m² | 12.1 × 6.8 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 41 m² | 8.6 × 4.8 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 25 m² | 6.7 × 3.7 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 (4K HD) |
|---|---|
| Audible Noise | 43.8 dB / 41 dB (Eco) |
| Best Used For | Higher Education House of Worship Corporate/Business |
| Brightness | 14,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Connection Panel | Audio Out: Mini Jack DisplayPort x 2 HD-SDI: BNC x 4 HDBaseT: RJ-45 HDMI 2.0 x 2 |
| Contrast | 2,700:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 3840x2160 |
| Digital Keystone | Horizontal & Vertical |
| Display Type | 0.95" DLP x 3 |
| Features | Edge Blending Geometric Correction TAA Compliant |
| Included Lens | No |
| Internal Speakers | No |
| Lens Shift | Horizontal & Vertical |
| Light Source | RGB Laser |
| Light Source Life | 25,000 hours / 50,000 hours (Eco) |
| MSRP | n/a |
| Power | 1,200 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 10.60" x 20.70" x 24.30" (HxWxD) |
| Released | August 2023 |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 w/pixel shifting |
| Status | Shipping |
| Video Modes | 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60 |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 83.8 lbs |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
Compatible lenses
| Lens | Throw ratio | Distance for 10 m width |
|---|---|---|
| 118-131106-03 ILS1 Fixed | 0.37:1 | 3.7 m |
| 118-100110-03 ILS1 Fixed | 0.67:1 | 6.7 m |
| 118-130105-03 ILS1 Zoom | 0.8–1.16:1 | 8.0–11.6 m |
| 118-100117-02 ILS1 Fixed | 1.1:1 | 11.0 m |
| 118-100111-03 ILS1 Zoom | 1.16–1.49:1 | 11.6–14.9 m |
| 163-165103-XX Zoom | 1.28–1.87:1 | 12.8–18.7 m |
| 118-100112-01 ILS1 Zoom | 1.4–1.8:1 | 14.0–18.0 m |
| 118-100113-02 ILS1 Zoom | 1.8–2.6:1 | 18.0–26.0 m |
| 118-100114-03 ILS1 Zoom | 2.6–4.1:1 | 26.0–41.0 m |
| 118-100115-03 ILS1 Zoom | 4.1–6.9:1 | 41.0–69.0 m |
| 118-100116-03 ILS1 Zoom | 6.9–10.4:1 | 69.0–104.0 m |
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