Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · WXGA
Hitachi CP-AW2505
2,700lumens
1280×800native
0.3–0.3throw ratio
4.3 kgweight
The Hitachi CP-AW2505 is a 0.59" 3LCD projector rated at 2,700 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 225w metal halide bulb light source rated for 5,000 hours / 10,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.3:1. Released June 2015.
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 width | Height | Standard lens 0.3:1 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.25 m | 0.6 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 1.88 m | 0.9 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 2.5 m | 1.2 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.12 m | 1.5 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 3.75 m | 1.8 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 5.0 m | 2.4 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 6.25 m | 3.0 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 7.5 m | 3.6 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 9.38 m | 4.5 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 12.5 m | 6.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 15.62 m | 7.5 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 18.75 m | 9.0 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 240 m² | 19.6 × 12.2 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 48 m² | 8.8 × 5.5 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 16 m² | 5.1 × 3.2 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 8 m² | 3.6 × 2.2 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 5 m² | 2.8 × 1.7 m |
Full specifications
| Additional Features | Optional wireless adapter available. |
|---|---|
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 (WXGA) |
| Audible Noise | 36 dB / 29 dB (Eco) |
| Color Brightness | 2,700 Lumens 3 CLO |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Connection Panel | Audio In: Mini Jack Audio In: RCA Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A x 3 VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2 |
| Contrast | 10,000:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1600x1200 |
| Digital Keystone | Horizontal & Vertical |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
| Display Type | 0.59" 3LCD |
| Dynamic Iris | Yes |
| Features | Short-Throw Closed Captioning DICOM Geometric Correction Crestron RoomView™ FCC B UL |
| Image Size | 60.38" - 100.00" |
| Included Lens | Fixed focal length , Powered focus |
| Internal Speakers | 16.0 Watts Mono |
| Lamp Model | DT01511 Buy DT01511 Lamp |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | 225W Metal Halide bulb |
| Light Source Life | 5,000 hours / 10,000 hours (Eco) |
| MSRP | n/a |
| Power | 330 Watts |
| Projector Placement | For a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 2'-1" from the screen. |
| Projector Size | 5.40" x 14.80" x 14.20" (HxWxD) |
| Released | June 2015 |
| Resolution | 1280x800 |
| Status | Discontinued Oct 2018 |
| Throw Distance | 1.3' - 2.1' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 0.30:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 576i, 480p, 480i |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 9.4 lbs |
| White Brightness | 2,700 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 1,800 Lumens (Eco) |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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