Hitachi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-X4020

4,000lumens
1024×768native
1.49–1.76throw ratio
4.2 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-X4020 is a 0.63" 3LCD projector rated at 4,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 260w uhb bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.49–1.76:1. Released June 2009.

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
1.49–1.76:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.0–3.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.5–5.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m6.0–7.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m7.5–8.8 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m8.9–10.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m11.9–14.1 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m14.9–17.6 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m17.9–21.1 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m22.4–26.4 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m29.8–35.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m37.2–44.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m44.7–52.8 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)356 m²21.8 × 16.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)71 m²9.7 × 7.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)24 m²5.6 × 4.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.1 × 2.3 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack Component: RCA Composite: RCA RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.63" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesClosed Captioning CE Blackboard Mode UL
Image Size30.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers16.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Modelcpx4020lamp / DT01051 Buy cpx4020lamp Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source260W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$4,295 (USD)
Power390 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 9'-10" and 11'-8" from the screen.
Projector Size4.50" x 15.70" x 12.50" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJune 2009
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2010
Throw Distance3.4' - 29.7' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.49:1 - 1.76:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Weight9.2 lbs
White Brightness4,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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