Epson Europe · 3,000–4,999 lumens · WXGA

Epson Europe EB-1730W

3,000lumens
1280×800native
1.13–1.37throw ratio
1.7 kgweight

The Epson Europe EB-1730W is a 0.74" 3LCD projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 170w uhe bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.13–1.37:1. Released October 2008.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.13–1.37:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.3–2.7 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m3.4–4.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m4.5–5.5 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m5.6–6.9 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m6.8–8.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m9.0–11.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m11.3–13.7 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m13.6–16.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m16.9–20.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m22.6–27.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m28.2–34.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m33.9–41.1 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)267 m²20.7 × 12.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)53 m²9.2 × 5.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²5.3 × 3.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.8 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.9 × 1.8 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise39 dB / 30 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.74" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesLaser Pointer
Image Size32.00" - 313.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source170W UHE bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power230 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 7'-12" and 9'-8" from the screen.
Projector Size2.80" x 11.20" x 7.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2008
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2013
Throw Distance3.1' - 24.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.13:1 - 1.37:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight3.7 lbs
White Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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