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Epson Europe EH-TW3800

1,800lumens
1920×1080native
1.37–2.89throw ratio
7.3 kgweight

The Epson Europe EH-TW3800 is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 1,800 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a 200w e-torl bulb light source rated for 4,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.37–2.89:1. Released November 2008.

Throw distance table

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

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.37–2.89:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.7–5.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m4.1–8.7 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m5.5–11.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m6.9–14.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m8.2–17.3 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m11.0–23.1 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m13.7–28.9 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m16.4–34.7 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m20.6–43.4 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m27.4–57.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m34.2–72.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m41.1–86.7 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)160 m²16.9 × 9.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)32 m²7.5 × 4.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)11 m²4.4 × 2.4 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)5 m²3.1 × 1.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)3 m²2.4 × 1.3 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesTwo HDMI version 1.3a digital inputs
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise30 dB / 22 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection Panel12-Volt Trigger Component: RCA Composite: RCA HDMI 1.3a x 2 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast18,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1080
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
Dynamic Contrast18,000:1
Dynamic IrisYes
Features2:2 Pulldown FCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 200.00"
Included Lens2.1x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-47% & Vertical +/-96%
Light Source200W E-TORL bulb
Light Source Life4,000 hours
MSRPn/a
Power269 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 9'-11" and 20'-11" from the screen.
Projector Size5.40" x 17.70" x 14.20" (HxWxD)
ReleasedNovember 2008
Resolution1920x1080
StatusDiscontinued May 2010
Throw Distance8.3' - 19.7' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.37:1 - 2.89:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight16.1 lbs
White Brightness1,800 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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