Dell · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Dell 3100MP

1,050lumens
1024×768native
2.01–2.42throw ratio
1.6 kgweight

The Dell 3100MP is a DLP x 1 projector rated at 1,050 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 130w p-vip bulb light source rated for 1,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 2.01–2.42:1. Released May 2002.

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
2.01–2.42:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.0–4.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.0–7.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m8.0–9.7 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m10.0–12.1 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m12.1–14.5 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m16.1–19.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m20.1–24.2 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m24.1–29.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m30.1–36.3 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m40.2–48.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m50.2–60.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m60.3–72.6 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)93 m²11.2 × 8.4 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)19 m²5.0 × 3.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)6 m²2.9 × 2.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)3 m²2.0 × 1.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.6 × 1.2 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise38 dB
Brightness1,050 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast280:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display TypeDLP x 1
Image Size82.00" - 294.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model310-1705 Buy 310-1705 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source130W P-VIP bulb
Light Source Life1,000 hours
MSRP$2,299 (USD)
Power180 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-4" and 16'-0" from the screen.
Projector Size2.20" x 8.90" x 6.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2002
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Dec 2002
Throw Distance13.1' - 39.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio2.01:1 - 2.42:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight3.5 lbs

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

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