Hitachi · 5,000–7,999 lumens · WXGA

Hitachi CP-WX8255

5,500lumens
1280×800native
1.3–8.7throw ratio
8.3 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-WX8255 is a 3LCD projector rated at 5,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 330w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,500 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). 4 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.3:1 to 8.7:1. Released February 2012.

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 widthHeightLL-704 Zoom
3.1–5.2:1
ML-703 Standard Zoom
1.6–3.2:1
SL-702 Zoom
1.3–1.9:1
UL-705 Zoom
5.2–8.7:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m6.2–10.4 m3.2–6.4 m2.6–3.8 m10.4–17.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m9.3–15.6 m4.8–9.6 m3.9–5.7 m15.6–26.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m12.4–20.8 m6.4–12.8 m5.2–7.6 m20.8–34.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m15.5–26.0 m8.0–16.0 m6.5–9.5 m26.0–43.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m18.6–31.2 m9.6–19.2 m7.8–11.4 m31.2–52.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m24.8–41.6 m12.8–25.6 m10.4–15.2 m41.6–69.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m31.0–52.0 m16.0–32.0 m13.0–19.0 m52.0–87.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m37.2–62.4 m19.2–38.4 m15.6–22.8 m62.4–104.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m46.5–78.0 m24.0–48.0 m19.5–28.5 m78.0–130.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m62.0–104.0 m32.0–64.0 m26.0–38.0 m104.0–174.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m77.5–130.0 m40.0–80.0 m32.5–47.5 m130.0–217.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m93.0–156.0 m48.0–96.0 m39.0–57.0 m156.0–261.0 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)489 m²28.0 × 17.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)98 m²12.5 × 7.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)33 m²7.2 × 4.5 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)16 m²5.1 × 3.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)10 m²4.0 × 2.5 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesProjector management application (PJMan) allows users to monitor and control multiple projectors over LAN. Features include scheduling of events, e-mail alerts for reactive and routine maintenance.
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise37 dB / 31 dB (Eco)
Color Brightness5,500 Lumens 3 CLO
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComponent: RCA Composite: RCA HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast3,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type3LCD
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture 2:3 Pulldown Closed Captioning DICOM FCC A Crestron RoomView™
Image Size33.02" - 330.19"
Included Lens2x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers8.0 Watts × 2
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source330W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life2,500 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power455 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size5.31" x 19.61" x 15.59" (HxWxD)
ReleasedFebruary 2012
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Oct 2013
Throw Distance7.0' - 35.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.50:1 - 3.00:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 525i, 525p, 576i, 625i, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight18.3 lbs
White Brightness5,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
SL-702 Zoom1.3–1.9:113.0–19.0 m
ML-703 Standard Zoom1.6–3.2:116.0–32.0 m
LL-704 Zoom3.1–5.2:131.0–52.0 m
UL-705 Zoom5.2–8.7:152.0–87.0 m

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