Hitachi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-X505

3,500lumens
1024×768native
0.8–7.4throw ratio
7.1 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-X505 is a 0.80" 3LCD projector rated at 3,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 285w 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 7.4:1. Released November 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 widthHeightFL-601 Ultra Short Fixed
0.8:1
LL-603 Long Zoom
2.0–3.9:1
SL-602 Zoom
1.5–2.0:1
UL-604 Ultra Long Zoom
3.9–7.4:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m1.6 m4.0–7.8 m3.0–4.0 m7.8–14.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m2.4 m6.0–11.7 m4.5–6.0 m11.7–22.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m3.2 m8.0–15.6 m6.0–8.0 m15.6–29.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m4.0 m10.0–19.5 m7.5–10.0 m19.5–37.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m4.8 m12.0–23.4 m9.0–12.0 m23.4–44.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m6.4 m16.0–31.2 m12.0–16.0 m31.2–59.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m8.0 m20.0–39.0 m15.0–20.0 m39.0–74.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m9.6 m24.0–46.8 m18.0–24.0 m46.8–88.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m12.0 m30.0–58.5 m22.5–30.0 m58.5–111.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m16.0 m40.0–78.0 m30.0–40.0 m78.0–148.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m20.0 m50.0–97.5 m37.5–50.0 m97.5–185.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m24.0 m60.0–117.0 m45.0–60.0 m117.0–222.0 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)311 m²20.4 × 15.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)62 m²9.1 × 6.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)21 m²5.3 × 3.9 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)10 m²3.7 × 2.8 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)6 m²2.9 × 2.2 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesFeaturing advanced networking capabilities and a weight of only 15.6 pounds, the CP-X605 series is ideal for education environments and large venues.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise36 dB / 30 dB (Eco)
Awards#8 in
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack Component: RCA Composite: RCA Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.80" 3LCD
Features2:3 Pulldown CE Blackboard Mode FCC B UL
Image Size60.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers4.0 Watts × 4
Lamp ModelDT00771 Buy DT00771 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-10% & Vertical +40%
Light Source285W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$8,295 (USD)
Power460 Watts 120V - 240V
Projector Size5.48" x 16.45" x 12.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedNovember 2006
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jan 2010
Throw Distance7.2' - 30.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.52:1 - 1.82:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight15.6 lbs
White Brightness3,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,800 Lumens (Eco)

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
FL-601 Ultra Short Fixed0.8:18.0 m
SL-602 Zoom1.5–2.0:115.0–20.0 m
LL-603 Long Zoom2.0–3.9:120.0–39.0 m
UL-604 Ultra Long Zoom3.9–7.4:139.0–74.0 m

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