Hitachi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-DX301

3,000lumens
1024×768native
1.96–2.15throw ratio
2.3 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-DX301 is a DLP x 1 projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 196w metal halide bulb light source rated for 4,500 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.96–2.15:1. Released October 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
1.96–2.15:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.9–4.3 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.9–6.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.8–8.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.8–10.8 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.8–12.9 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.7–17.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m19.6–21.5 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m23.5–25.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m29.4–32.2 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m39.2–43.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m49.0–53.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m58.8–64.5 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)267 m²18.9 × 14.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)53 m²8.4 × 6.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²4.9 × 3.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.4 × 2.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.7 × 2.0 m

Full specifications

3D ModesPC 3D Ready
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2 VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Contrast10,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display TypeDLP x 1
FeaturesPC 3D Ready Closed Captioning Blackboard Mode
Image Size60.00" - 251.79"
Included Lens1.1x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelDT01851 Buy DT01851 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source196W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life4,500 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$899 (USD)
Power250 Watts
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-1" and 14'-4" from the screen.
Projector Size3.50" x 12.40" x 8.20" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2015
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Feb 2017
Throw Distance8.6' - 32.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.96:1 - 2.15:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight5.1 lbs

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

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