Mitsubishi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi XD205U-G

2,000lumens
1024×768native
1.58–1.89throw ratio
2.4 kgweight

The Mitsubishi XD205U-G is a 0.55" DLP x 1 projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 205w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.58–1.89:1. Released August 2006.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (XGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.58–1.89:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.2–3.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.7–5.7 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m6.3–7.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m7.9–9.4 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m9.5–11.3 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m12.6–15.1 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m15.8–18.9 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m19.0–22.7 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m23.7–28.3 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m31.6–37.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m39.5–47.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m47.4–56.7 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)178 m²15.4 × 11.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)36 m²6.9 × 5.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.2 × 1.6 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesAnti-theft security hook. GSA compliant.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise36 dB / 30 dB (Eco)
Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Color Wheel4 segments
Connection PanelUSB: A
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.55" DLP x 1
FeaturesFCC B
Image Size40.00" - 250.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-XD205LP Buy VLT-XD205LP Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source205W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 3,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$3,295 (USD)
Power280 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-6" and 12'-7" from the screen.
Projector Size3.42" x 10.28" x 8.58" (HxWxD)
ReleasedAugust 2006
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Mar 2008
Throw Distance5.0' - 26.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.58:1 - 1.89:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight5.3 lbs

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

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