Mitsubishi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi XL1550U

3,100lumens
1024×768native
1.5–4.6throw ratio
4.7 kgweight

The Mitsubishi XL1550U is a 0.80" 3LCD projector rated at 3,100 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 200w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco). 3 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.5:1 to 4.6:1. Released January 2008.

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 widthHeightOL-XL2550LZ Long Zoom
2.0–3.0:1
OL-XL2550SZ Short Zoom
1.5–1.8:1
OL-XL2550TZ Tele Zoom
3.0–4.6:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.0–6.0 m3.0–3.6 m6.0–9.2 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.0–9.0 m4.5–5.4 m9.0–13.8 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m8.0–12.0 m6.0–7.2 m12.0–18.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m10.0–15.0 m7.5–9.0 m15.0–23.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m12.0–18.0 m9.0–10.8 m18.0–27.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m16.0–24.0 m12.0–14.4 m24.0–36.8 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m20.0–30.0 m15.0–18.0 m30.0–46.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m24.0–36.0 m18.0–21.6 m36.0–55.2 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m30.0–45.0 m22.5–27.0 m45.0–69.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m40.0–60.0 m30.0–36.0 m60.0–92.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m50.0–75.0 m37.5–45.0 m75.0–115.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m60.0–90.0 m45.0–54.0 m90.0–138.0 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)276 m²19.2 × 14.4 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)55 m²8.6 × 6.4 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²4.9 × 3.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²3.5 × 2.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)6 m²2.7 × 2.0 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesSide loading lamp design
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA DVI Digital Input Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast600:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1024x768
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type0.80" 3LCD
Image Size60.00" - 180.00"
Included Lens1.28x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers3.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-XL550LP Buy VLT-XL550LP Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source200W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 5,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$4,995 (USD)
Power200 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size4.40" x 13.10" x 10.70" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2008
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Feb 2010
Throw Distance9.0' - 21.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.81:1 - 2.31:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight10.4 lbs
White Brightness3,100 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
OL-XL2550SZ Short Zoom1.5–1.8:115.0–18.0 m
OL-XL2550LZ Long Zoom2.0–3.0:120.0–30.0 m
OL-XL2550TZ Tele Zoom3.0–4.6:130.0–46.0 m

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