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EIKI LC-VC1

1,200lumens
1366×768native
0.74–7.61throw ratio
9.2 kgweight

The EIKI LC-VC1 is a 1.35" 3LCD projector rated at 1,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1366×768. It uses a 250w nsh bulb light source rated for 1,000 hours. 7 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.74:1 to 7.61:1. Released May 2001.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (WXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeight0001-4216 Fixed
1.01:1
0001-4217 Zoom
2.32–4.23:1
0001-4218 Zoom
4.4–7.35:1
0001-4219 Zoom
5.07–7.61:1
AH-23121 Zoom
1.14–1.61:1
AH-23131 Zoom
2.11–3.71:1
AH-32011 Fixed
0.74:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.0 m4.6–8.5 m8.8–14.7 m10.1–15.2 m2.3–3.2 m4.2–7.4 m1.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m3.0 m7.0–12.7 m13.2–22.0 m15.2–22.8 m3.4–4.8 m6.3–11.1 m2.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m4.0 m9.3–16.9 m17.6–29.4 m20.3–30.4 m4.6–6.4 m8.4–14.8 m3.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m5.0 m11.6–21.2 m22.0–36.8 m25.4–38.1 m5.7–8.1 m10.5–18.6 m3.7 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.37 m6.1 m13.9–25.4 m26.4–44.1 m30.4–45.7 m6.8–9.7 m12.7–22.3 m4.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m8.1 m18.6–33.8 m35.2–58.8 m40.6–60.9 m9.1–12.9 m16.9–29.7 m5.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m10.1 m23.2–42.3 m44.0–73.5 m50.7–76.1 m11.4–16.1 m21.1–37.1 m7.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m12.1 m27.8–50.8 m52.8–88.2 m60.8–91.3 m13.7–19.3 m25.3–44.5 m8.9 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.43 m15.2 m34.8–63.5 m66.0–110.2 m76.1–114.2 m17.1–24.2 m31.6–55.6 m11.1 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.24 m20.2 m46.4–84.6 m88.0–147.0 m101.4–152.2 m22.8–32.2 m42.2–74.2 m14.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m25.2 m58.0–105.8 m110.0–183.8 m126.8–190.2 m28.5–40.2 m52.8–92.8 m18.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.87 m30.3 m69.6–126.9 m132.0–220.5 m152.1–228.3 m34.2–48.3 m63.3–111.3 m22.2 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

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)107 m²13.8 × 7.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)21 m²6.2 × 3.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)7 m²3.6 × 2.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)4 m²2.5 × 1.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.9 × 1.1 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:9 (WXGA)
Audible Noise39 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x720
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.35" 3LCD
FeaturesUL
Image Size82.80" - 367.00"
Included Lens1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts × 2
Lamp Model610-285-4824 Buy 610-285-4824 Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source250W NSH bulb
Light Source Life1,000 hours
MSRP$9,995 (USD)
Power360 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.46" x 12.44" x 18.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2001
Resolution1366x768
StatusDiscontinued
Throw Distance12.6' - 43.1' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.62:1 - 2.10:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight20.3 lbs
White Brightness1,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
AH-32011 Fixed0.74:17.4 m
0001-4216 Fixed1.01:110.1 m
AH-23121 Zoom1.14–1.61:111.4–16.1 m
AH-23131 Zoom2.11–3.71:121.1–37.1 m
0001-4217 Zoom2.32–4.23:123.2–42.3 m
0001-4218 Zoom4.4–7.35:144.0–73.5 m
0001-4219 Zoom5.07–7.61:150.7–76.1 m

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