Hitachi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-BX301WN

3,200lumens
1024×768native
0.4–0.4throw ratio
3.8 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-BX301WN is a 3LCD projector rated at 3,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. 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 0.4:1. Released May 2015.

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
0.4:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m0.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m1.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m1.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m2.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m2.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m3.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m4.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m4.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m6.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m8.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m10.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m12.0 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 lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)284 m²19.5 × 14.6 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)57 m²8.7 × 6.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)19 m²5.0 × 3.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.6 × 2.7 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Best Used ForK-12 Education Corporate/Business
Color Brightness3,200 Lumens 3 CLO
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio 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 VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Contrast10,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesShort-Throw Closed Captioning Crestron RoomView™
Image Size60.00" - 150.00"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers8.0 Watts × 2
Lamp ModelDT01511 Buy DT01511 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source225W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life5,000 hours / 10,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,499 (USD)
Power340 Watts
Projector Size3.40" x 13.60" x 11.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedMay 2015
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Sep 2020
Throw Distance1.6' - 4.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.40:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight8.4 lbs
White Brightness3,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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