Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA

Hitachi CP-S318

2,000lumens
800×600native
1.51–1.81throw ratio
2.7 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-S318 is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 150w uhb bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.51–1.81:1. Released September 2003.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SVGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.51–1.81:1
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 m7.5–9.1 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m9.1–10.9 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m12.1–14.5 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m15.1–18.1 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m18.1–21.7 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m22.6–27.2 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m30.2–36.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m37.8–45.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m45.3–54.3 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

Aspect Ratio4:3 (SVGA)
Audible Noise38 dB / 33 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast400:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
FeaturesFCC B UL
Image Size50.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelCPS317LAMP Buy CPS317LAMP Lamp
Light Source150W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$6,495 (USD)
Power240 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 9'-11" and 11'-11" from the screen.
Projector Size3.00" x 11.60" x 9.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2003
Resolution800x600
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2005
Throw Distance5.9' - 30.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.51:1 - 1.81:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.0 lbs
White Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 1,600 Lumens (Eco)

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

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