LG Electronics · Under 3,000 lumens · 4K
LG HU85LA
2,700lumens
3840×2160native
0.19–0.19throw ratio
12.2 kgweight
The LG HU85LA is a DLP x 1 projector rated at 2,700 lumens with a native resolution of 3840×2160. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 20,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.19:1. Released July 2019.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (4K HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height | Standard lens 0.19:1 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.12 m | 0.4 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 1.69 m | 0.6 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 2.25 m | 0.8 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 2.81 m | 0.9 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 3.38 m | 1.1 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 4.5 m | 1.5 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 5.62 m | 1.9 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 6.75 m | 2.3 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 8.44 m | 2.9 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 11.25 m | 3.8 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 14.06 m | 4.8 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 16.88 m | 5.7 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 240 m² | 20.7 × 11.6 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 48 m² | 9.2 × 5.2 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 16 m² | 5.3 × 3.0 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 8 m² | 3.8 × 2.1 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 5 m² | 2.9 × 1.6 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 (4K HD) |
|---|---|
| Audible Noise | 30 dB / 26 dB (Eco) |
| Awards | #10 in TOP 10 Ultra Short Throw Projectors 2026 (UST) |
| Best Used For | Home Theater |
| Brightness | 2,700 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
| Color Processing | 10-bit |
| Connection Panel | Audio Out: Mini Jack HDMI HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) Network: RJ-45 Tuner USB: A x 2 Wireless Networking |
| Data Modes | MAX 3840x2160 |
| Digital Keystone | Horizontal & Vertical |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
| Display Type | DLP x 1 |
| Features | Short-Throw Closed Captioning Geometric Correction HDR Miracast Amazon Alexa™ Google Assistant™ Dynamic Tone Mapping |
| Image Size | 90.00" - 120.00" |
| Included Lens | Fixed focal length , manual focus |
| Internal Speakers | 5.0 Watts × 2 |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | Laser Phosphor |
| Light Source Life | 20,000 hours |
| MSRP | $4,999 (USD) |
| Power | 330 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 5.00" x 26.80" x 13.70" (HxWxD) |
| Released | July 2019 |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 |
| Status | Shipping |
| Street Price | $4,998 (USD) |
| Throw Distance | 1.3' - 1.7' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 0.19:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/30, 1080p/50, 2160p/60, 480p |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Weight | 26.9 lbs |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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