The Mitsubishi SA51 is a 0.90" 3LCD projector rated at 1,000 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 150w shp bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Released September 2000.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SVGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height |
|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m |
No throw-ratio data was published for this model.
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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) | 89 m² | 10.9 × 8.2 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 18 m² | 4.9 × 3.7 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 6 m² | 2.8 × 2.1 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 3 m² | 2.0 × 1.5 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 2 m² | 1.5 × 1.2 m |
Full specifications
| Additional Features | ColorView Natural Color Matrix; 3-year warranty on parts and labor |
|---|---|
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (SVGA) |
| Audible Noise | 37 dB |
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Contrast | 200:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1024x768 |
| Digital Keystone | No |
| Digital Zoom | Yes |
| Display Type | 0.90" 3LCD |
| Included Lens | 1.2x manual zoom , manual focus |
| Internal Speakers | 1.0 Watts Mono |
| Lamp Model | VLT-X70LP Buy VLT-X70LP Lamp |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | 150W SHP bulb |
| Light Source Life | 2,000 hours |
| MSRP | $3,995 (USD) |
| Power | 230 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 3.10" x 9.50" x 11.50" (HxWxD) |
| Released | September 2000 |
| Resolution | 800x600 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Throw Distance | 5.0' - 32.5' |
| Video Modes | 720p, 1080i, 480p |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 7.4 lbs |
| White Brightness | 1,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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