Mitsubishi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi XD490U

3,000lumens
1024×768native
1.65–1.99throw ratio
2.9 kgweight

The Mitsubishi XD490U is a 0.70" DLP x 1 projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 250w p-vip bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.65–1.99:1. Released December 2005.

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
1.65–1.99:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.3–4.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m4.9–6.0 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m6.6–8.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m8.2–9.9 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m9.9–11.9 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m13.2–15.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m16.5–19.9 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m19.8–23.9 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m24.8–29.9 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m33.0–39.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m41.2–49.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m49.5–59.7 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)267 m²18.9 × 14.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)53 m²8.4 × 6.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²4.9 × 3.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.4 × 2.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.7 × 2.0 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesTexas Instruments BrilliantColor technology allows a greater than 50 percent increase in mid-tone images. DarkChip3 DMD
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 30 dB (Eco)
Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Color Wheel2x speed
Connection PanelRS232: DB-9pin USB: A
Contrast2,500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.70" DLP x 1
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture CE Soft Carrying Case FCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 200.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-XD400LP Buy VLT-XD400LP Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source250W P-VIP bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$6,495 (USD)
Power340 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-11" and 13'-1" from the screen.
Projector Size3.90" x 12.20" x 9.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedDecember 2005
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Oct 2008
Throw Distance5.2' - 21.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.65:1 - 1.99:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.5 lbs

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

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