Mitsubishi · Under 3,000 lumens · HD
Mitsubishi HC1500
1,600lumens
1280×720native
1.67–2.02throw ratio
2.9 kgweight
The Mitsubishi HC1500 is a 0.62" DLP x 1 projector rated at 1,600 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×720. It uses a 200w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.67–2.02:1. Released June 2007.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height | Standard lens 1.67–2.02:1 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.12 m | 3.3–4.0 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 1.69 m | 5.0–6.1 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 2.25 m | 6.7–8.1 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 2.81 m | 8.3–10.1 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 3.38 m | 10.0–12.1 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 4.5 m | 13.4–16.2 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 5.62 m | 16.7–20.2 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 6.75 m | 20.0–24.2 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 8.44 m | 25.0–30.3 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 11.25 m | 33.4–40.4 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 14.06 m | 41.8–50.5 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 16.88 m | 50.1–60.6 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) | 142 m² | 15.9 × 8.9 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 28 m² | 7.1 × 4.0 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 9 m² | 4.1 × 2.3 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 5 m² | 2.9 × 1.6 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 3 m² | 2.2 × 1.3 m |
Full specifications
| Additional Features | The HC1500 home theater projector brings you more realistic and lifelike images with Texas Instruments BrilliantColor and a seven segment color wheel |
|---|---|
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 (HD) |
| Audible Noise | 31 dB / 25 dB (Eco) |
| Brightness | 1,600 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Color Wheel | 7 segments |
| Connection Panel | RS232: DB-9pin |
| Contrast | 2,500:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1280x1024 |
| Digital Keystone | Horizontal & Vertical |
| Display Type | 0.62" DLP x 1 |
| Features | FCC B |
| Image Size | 40.00" - 200.00" |
| Included Lens | 1.2x manual zoom , manual focus |
| Internal Speakers | No |
| Lamp Model | VLT-HC910LP Buy VLT-HC910LP Lamp |
| Light Source | 200W Metal Halide bulb |
| Light Source Life | 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco) |
| MSRP | $1,495 (USD) |
| Power | 280 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Placement | For a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 11'-12" and 14'-6" from the screen. |
| Projector Size | 3.90" x 12.20" x 9.60" (HxWxD) |
| Released | June 2007 |
| Resolution | 1280x720 |
| Status | Discontinued May 2009 |
| Throw Distance | 5.7' - 24.1' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 1.67:1 - 2.02:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | 720p, 1080i, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 1125i, 480p, 480i |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
| Weight | 6.5 lbs |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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