Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-A221N

2,200lumens
1024×768native
0.31–0.31throw ratio
3.9 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-A221N is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 2,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 210w uhp bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.31:1. Released January 2012.

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
0.31:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m0.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m0.9 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m1.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m1.6 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m1.9 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m2.5 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m3.1 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m3.7 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m4.7 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m6.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m7.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m9.3 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)196 m²16.1 × 12.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)39 m²7.2 × 5.4 m
Lit city square (15 lux)13 m²4.2 × 3.1 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)7 m²2.9 × 2.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.3 × 1.7 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesOptional wall mount available
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Brightness2,200 Lumens 3 CLO
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA HDMI Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesShort-Throw Closed Captioning CE Crestron RoomView™ UL
Image Size60.00" - 100.00"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelDT01181 Buy DT01181 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source210W UHP bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power310 Watts 90V - 264V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 1'-2" from the screen.
Projector Size3.35" x 13.58" x 11.93" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2012
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jan 2013
Throw Distance0.3' - 1.2' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.31:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight8.6 lbs
White Brightness2,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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