Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-RX70

2,000lumens
1024×768native
1.5–1.8throw ratio
1.7 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-RX70 is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 160w uhb bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.5–1.8:1. Released July 2007.

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
1.5–1.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.0–3.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.5–5.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m6.0–7.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m7.5–9.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m9.0–10.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m12.0–14.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m15.0–18.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m18.0–21.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m22.5–27.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m30.0–36.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m37.5–45.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m45.0–54.0 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)178 m²15.4 × 11.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)36 m²6.9 × 5.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.2 × 1.6 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesNot available in the USA.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
Features2:3 Pulldown CE Blackboard Mode Soft Carrying Case FCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelDT00781 Buy DT00781 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source160W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRPn/a
Power250 Watts 90V - 264V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 9'-10" and 11'-9" from the screen.
Projector Size2.32" x 10.79" x 8.07" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJuly 2007
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2009
Throw Distance4.6' - 29.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.50:1 - 1.80:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 525i, 525p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Weight3.8 lbs
White Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 1,500 Lumens (Eco)

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

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