Mitsubishi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · WXGA

Mitsubishi TW21U

3,500lumens
1280×800native
1.5–1.9throw ratio
2.8 kgweight

The Mitsubishi TW21U is a 0.65" DLP x 1 projector rated at 3,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 240w metal halide bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.5–1.9:1. Released September 2013.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.5–1.9:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m3.0–3.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m4.5–5.7 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m6.0–7.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m7.5–9.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m9.0–11.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m12.0–15.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m15.0–19.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m18.0–22.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m22.5–28.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m30.0–38.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m37.5–47.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m45.0–57.0 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)311 m²22.3 × 13.9 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)62 m²10.0 × 6.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)21 m²5.8 × 3.6 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)10 m²4.1 × 2.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)6 m²3.2 × 2.0 m

Full specifications

3D ModesPC 3D Ready
Additional FeaturesThe TW21U functions as a terminal adapter enabling connection to a cloud through a computer or server. Applications and data can be used in the cloud infrastructure environment, helping to reduce the amount invested in school equipment
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 25 dB (Eco)
Brightness3,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA HDMI x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A x 2 VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast3,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1080
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.65" DLP x 1
FeaturesPC 3D Ready Crestron RoomView™
Image Size37.24" - 249.06"
Included Lens1.27x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers16.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source240W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 6,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$1,499 (USD)
Power100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-7" and 13'-5" from the screen.
Projector Size4.06" x 12.56" x 8.82" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2013
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2014
Throw Distance5.0' - 26.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.50:1 - 1.90:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/50, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.2 lbs

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

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