EIKI · 3,000–4,999 lumens

EIKI LC-W3

3,000lumens
1366×768native
1.26–5.71throw ratio
8.7 kgweight

The EIKI LC-W3 is a 1.20" 3LCD projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1366×768. It uses a 300w nsh bulb light source rated for 1,500 hours. 4 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.26:1 to 5.71:1. Released March 2006.

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 widthHeightAH-23122 Zoom
1.26–1.81:1
AH-23122 Zoom
1.26–1.81:1
AH-23132 Zoom
2.31–4.18:1
AH-24241 Zoom
4.08–5.71:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.5–3.6 m2.5–3.6 m4.6–8.4 m8.2–11.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m3.8–5.4 m3.8–5.4 m6.9–12.5 m12.2–17.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m5.0–7.2 m5.0–7.2 m9.2–16.7 m16.3–22.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m6.3–9.1 m6.3–9.1 m11.6–20.9 m20.4–28.6 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.37 m7.6–10.9 m7.6–10.9 m13.9–25.1 m24.5–34.3 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m10.1–14.5 m10.1–14.5 m18.5–33.4 m32.6–45.7 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m12.6–18.1 m12.6–18.1 m23.1–41.8 m40.8–57.1 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m15.1–21.7 m15.1–21.7 m27.7–50.2 m49.0–68.5 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.43 m18.9–27.2 m18.9–27.2 m34.6–62.7 m61.2–85.7 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.24 m25.2–36.2 m25.2–36.2 m46.2–83.6 m81.6–114.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m31.5–45.2 m31.5–45.2 m57.8–104.5 m102.0–142.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.87 m37.8–54.3 m37.8–54.3 m69.3–125.4 m122.4–171.3 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)267 m²21.8 × 12.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)53 m²9.7 × 5.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²5.6 × 3.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²4.0 × 2.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²3.1 × 1.7 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesNative WXGA with HDCP compatibility
Aspect Ratio16:9 (WXGA)
Audible Noise33 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.20" 3LCD
FeaturesFCC B UL
Image Size30.00" - 400.00"
Included Lens1.3x manual zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts × 2
Lamp Model003-120239-01 Buy 003-120239-01 Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source300W NSH bulb
Light Source Life1,500 hours
MSRP$7,995 (USD)
Power450 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.60" x 12.60" x 16.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMarch 2006
Resolution1366x768
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2009
Throw Distance5.0' - 52.2' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.80:1 - 2.34:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1035i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight19.2 lbs
White Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
AH-23122 Zoom1.26–1.81:112.6–18.1 m
AH-23122 Zoom1.26–1.81:112.6–18.1 m
AH-23132 Zoom2.31–4.18:123.1–41.8 m
AH-24241 Zoom4.08–5.71:140.8–57.1 m

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