Epson Europe · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Epson Europe EB-X72

2,000lumens
1024×768native
1.5–1.8throw ratio
2.3 kgweight

The Epson Europe EB-X72 is a 3LCD projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a e-torl bulb light source rated for 4,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.5–1.8:1. Released October 2009.

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
1.5–1.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.0–3.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.5–5.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m6.0–7.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m7.5–9.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m9.0–10.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m12.0–14.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m15.0–18.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m18.0–21.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m22.5–27.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m30.0–36.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m37.5–45.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m45.0–54.0 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)178 m²15.4 × 11.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)36 m²6.9 × 5.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.2 × 1.6 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise34 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Brightness2,000 Lumens 3 CLO
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1400x1050
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type3LCD
FeaturesSoft Carrying Case
Image Size30.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftNo
Light SourceE-TORL bulb
Light Source Life4,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power234 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 9'-11" and 11'-11" from the screen.
Projector Size3.10" x 11.60" x 9.00" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2009
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jul 2011
Throw Distance3.5' - 29.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.50:1 - 1.80:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight5.1 lbs
White Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 1,960 Lumens (Eco)

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

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