Hitachi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-X1250

4,500lumens
1024×768native
0.8–7.3throw ratio
7.7 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-X1250 is a 0.90" 3LCD projector rated at 4,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 310w uhb bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). 4 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 7.3:1. Released July 2004.

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 widthHeightFL-501 Ultra Short Fixed
0.8:1
LL-503 Long Zoom
2.2–4.1:1
LL-504 Ultra Long Zoom
3.9–7.3:1
SL-502 Short Zoom
1.1–1.5:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m1.6 m4.4–8.2 m7.8–14.6 m2.2–3.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m2.4 m6.6–12.3 m11.7–21.9 m3.3–4.5 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m3.2 m8.8–16.4 m15.6–29.2 m4.4–6.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m4.0 m11.0–20.5 m19.5–36.5 m5.5–7.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m4.8 m13.2–24.6 m23.4–43.8 m6.6–9.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m6.4 m17.6–32.8 m31.2–58.4 m8.8–12.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m8.0 m22.0–41.0 m39.0–73.0 m11.0–15.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m9.6 m26.4–49.2 m46.8–87.6 m13.2–18.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m12.0 m33.0–61.5 m58.5–109.5 m16.5–22.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m16.0 m44.0–82.0 m78.0–146.0 m22.0–30.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m20.0 m55.0–102.5 m97.5–182.5 m27.5–37.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m24.0 m66.0–123.0 m117.0–219.0 m33.0–45.0 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)400 m²23.1 × 17.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)80 m²10.3 × 7.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)27 m²6.0 × 4.5 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)13 m²4.2 × 3.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)8 m²3.3 × 2.4 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesIntegrated RJ-45 input for projector control, diagnostics & monitoring over a network. Dual DSI and USB connectivity
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise39 dB / 35 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelNetwork: RJ-45 USB: A
Contrast800:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.90" 3LCD
FeaturesCE FCC B UL
Image Size100.00" - 500.00"
Included Lens1.5x manual zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts × 2
Lamp ModelCPX1250LAMP / DT00601 Buy CPX1250LAMP Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source310W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$14,995 (USD)
Power470 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.30" x 16.50" x 12.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJuly 2004
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Mar 2008
Throw Distance15.1' - 51.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.54:1 - 2.29:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight17.0 lbs
White Brightness4,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
FL-501 Ultra Short Fixed0.8:18.0 m
SL-502 Short Zoom1.1–1.5:111.0–15.0 m
LL-503 Long Zoom2.2–4.1:122.0–41.0 m
LL-504 Ultra Long Zoom3.9–7.3:139.0–73.0 m

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