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

Mitsubishi WL2650U

3,500lumens
1280×800native
1.8–4.5throw ratio
4.7 kgweight

The Mitsubishi WL2650U is a 0.75" 3LCD projector rated at 3,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 261w nsh bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). 3 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.8:1 to 4.5:1. Released November 2008.

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 widthHeightOL-XL2550LZ Long Zoom
1.9–3.0:1
OL-XL2550MZ Short Zoom
1.8–2.3:1
OL-XL2550TZ Tele Zoom
2.9–4.5:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m3.8–6.0 m3.6–4.6 m5.8–9.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m5.7–9.0 m5.4–6.9 m8.7–13.5 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m7.6–12.0 m7.2–9.2 m11.6–18.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m9.5–15.0 m9.0–11.5 m14.5–22.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m11.4–18.0 m10.8–13.8 m17.4–27.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m15.2–24.0 m14.4–18.4 m23.2–36.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m19.0–30.0 m18.0–23.0 m29.0–45.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m22.8–36.0 m21.6–27.6 m34.8–54.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m28.5–45.0 m27.0–34.5 m43.5–67.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m38.0–60.0 m36.0–46.0 m58.0–90.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m47.5–75.0 m45.0–57.5 m72.5–112.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m57.0–90.0 m54.0–69.0 m87.0–135.0 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)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

Additional FeaturesThe widescreen WL2650U WXGA projector is engineered to accommodate optional zoom lenses that broaden your installation choices
Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA DVI Digital Input Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast600:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.75" 3LCD
FeaturesBlackboard Mode Soft Carrying Case
Image Size39.97" - 288.80"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers3.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-XL650LP Buy VLT-XL650LP Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source261W NSH bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$4,995 (USD)
Power380 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size4.50" x 13.00" x 10.70" (HxWxD)
ReleasedNovember 2008
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2012
Throw Distance5.0' - 30.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.47:1 - 1.77:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight10.4 lbs
White Brightness3,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
OL-XL2550MZ Short Zoom1.8–2.3:118.0–23.0 m
OL-XL2550LZ Long Zoom1.9–3.0:119.0–30.0 m
OL-XL2550TZ Tele Zoom2.9–4.5:129.0–45.0 m

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