Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-X260

2,500lumens
1024×768native
1.47–1.76throw ratio
3.0 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-X260 is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 2,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 200w uhb bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.47–1.76:1. Released April 2006.

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
1.47–1.76:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m2.9–3.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.4–5.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m5.9–7.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m7.3–8.8 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m8.8–10.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m11.8–14.1 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m14.7–17.6 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m17.6–21.1 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m22.1–26.4 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m29.4–35.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m36.8–44.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m44.1–52.8 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)222 m²17.2 × 12.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)44 m²7.7 × 5.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)15 m²4.4 × 3.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)7 m²3.1 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.4 × 1.8 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesEquipped with a security bar, Kensington security slot & transition detector (a sensor located inside the projector that recognizes when the projector has been moved).
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise39 dB / 34 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelRS232: DB-9pin USB: A
Contrast500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
FeaturesCE Soft Carrying Case FCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelDT00751 Buy DT00751 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source200W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$2,795 (USD)
Power310 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 9'-9" and 11'-9" from the screen.
Projector Size3.40" x 12.00" x 9.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedApril 2006
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jul 2008
Throw Distance4.7' - 29.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.47:1 - 1.76:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.6 lbs
White Brightness2,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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