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

Epson Europe EB-980W

3,800lumens
1280×800native
1.38–2.24throw ratio
3.1 kgweight

The Epson Europe EB-980W is a 0.59" 3LCD projector rated at 3,800 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 210w uhe bulb light source rated for 6,000 hours / 12,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.38–2.24:1. Released December 2017.

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
1.38–2.24:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.8–4.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m4.1–6.7 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m5.5–9.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m6.9–11.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m8.3–13.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m11.0–17.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m13.8–22.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m16.6–26.9 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m20.7–33.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m27.6–44.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m34.5–56.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m41.4–67.2 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)338 m²23.2 × 14.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)68 m²10.4 × 6.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)23 m²6.0 × 3.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)11 m²4.2 × 2.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.3 × 2.1 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise37 dB / 28 dB (Eco)
Best Used ForK-12 Education Corporate/Business
Color Brightness3,800 Lumens 3 CLO
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack Audio In: RCA x 2 Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI HDMI (MHL) Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2 VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Contrast15,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.59" 3LCD
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture Closed Captioning Geometric Correction
Image Size28.62" - 280.46"
Included Lens1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers16.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelELPLP96 / V13H010L96 Buy ELPLP96 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source210W UHE bulb
Light Source Life6,000 hours / 12,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power326 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 9'-9" and 15'-10" from the screen.
Projector Size4.10" x 12.10" x 11.50" (HxWxD)
ReleasedDecember 2017
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2021
Throw Distance4.5' - 27.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.38:1 - 2.24:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.8 lbs
White Brightness3,800 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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