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Mitsubishi HC5000BL

1,000lumens
1920×1080native
1.44–2.3throw ratio
5.6 kgweight

The Mitsubishi HC5000BL is a 0.74" 3LCD projector rated at 1,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a 160w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.44–2.3:1. Released October 2006.

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 widthHeightStandard lens
1.44–2.3:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.9–4.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m4.3–6.9 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m5.8–9.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m7.2–11.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m8.6–13.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m11.5–18.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m14.4–23.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m17.3–27.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m21.6–34.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m28.8–46.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m36.0–57.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m43.2–69.0 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 lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)89 m²12.6 × 7.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)18 m²5.6 × 3.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)6 m²3.2 × 1.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)3 m²2.3 × 1.3 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.8 × 1.0 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThe HC5000BL provides HDMI and DVI connectors, allowing for a true digital-to-digital link between the projector and its image sources.
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise24 dB / 19 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelRS232: DB-9pin
Contrast10,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1080
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type0.74" 3LCD
Dynamic Contrast10,000:1
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesFCC B UL
Image Size60.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.6x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp ModelVLT-HC5000LP Buy VLT-HC5000LP Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source160W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$4,995 (USD)
Power250 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-4" and 16'-6" from the screen.
Projector Size4.90" x 17.20" x 13.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2006
Resolution1920x1080
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2008
Throw Distance9.8' - 31.1' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.44:1 - 2.30:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/50, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight12.3 lbs
White Brightness1,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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