Hitachi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Hitachi CP-X970W

2,200lumens
1024×768native
1.85–2.44throw ratio
5.9 kgweight

The Hitachi CP-X970W is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 2,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 190w uhb bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.85–2.44:1. Released January 2001.

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
1.85–2.44:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.7–4.9 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.6–7.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.4–9.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.2–12.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.1–14.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m14.8–19.5 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m18.5–24.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m22.2–29.3 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m27.8–36.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m37.0–48.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m46.2–61.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m55.5–73.2 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)196 m²16.1 × 12.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)39 m²7.2 × 5.4 m
Lit city square (15 lux)13 m²4.2 × 3.1 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)7 m²2.9 × 2.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.3 × 1.7 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast200:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.30" 3LCD
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture
Image Size60.00" - 200.00"
Included Lens1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers1.2 Watts × 2
Lamp Modelcp860-960lamp / DT00231 Buy cp860-960lamp Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source190W UHB bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$10,995 (USD)
Power320 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 12'-2" and 16'-0" from the screen.
Projector Size4.70" x 11.40" x 13.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2001
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2001
Throw Distance9.5' - 24.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.85:1 - 2.44:1 (D:W)
Video ModesNo
Warranty2 Years
Weight13.0 lbs
White Brightness2,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Similar projectors

ModelLumensResolutionLight sourceThrow ratioStreet price
Hitachi CP-A220N2,2001024×768210W UHP bulb0.31:1
Hitachi CP-A221N2,2001024×768210W UHP bulb0.31:1
Hitachi CP-A222WN2,2001024×768215W UHP bulb0.31:1
Hitachi CP-RX782,2001024×768190W UHB bulb1.44–1.73:1
Hitachi CP-RX792,2001024×768UHB bulb1.52–1.83:1
Hitachi CP-RX802,2001024×768210W UHP bulb1.44–1.73:1$995
Hitachi CP-RX822,2001024×768200W UHP bulb1.5–1.8:1
Hitachi CP-RX82Z2,2001024×768200W UHP bulb1.5–1.8:1