Mitsubishi · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi XL1U

1,100lumens
1024×768native
1.87–2.24throw ratio
2.9 kgweight

The Mitsubishi XL1U is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 1,100 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 150w uhp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.87–2.24:1. Released October 2001.

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
1.87–2.24:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.7–4.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.6–6.7 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.5–9.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.4–11.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.2–13.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.0–17.9 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m18.7–22.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m22.4–26.9 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m28.1–33.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m37.4–44.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m46.8–56.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m56.1–67.2 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)98 m²11.4 × 8.6 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)20 m²5.1 × 3.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)7 m²2.9 × 2.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)3 m²2.1 × 1.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.6 × 1.2 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise34 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
FeaturesFCC B
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-XL1LP Buy VLT-XL1LP Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source150W UHP bulb
MSRP$3,195 (USD)
Power230 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 12'-5" and 14'-11" from the screen.
Projector Size3.70" x 9.30" x 12.40" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2001
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Oct 2003
Throw Distance5.9' - 37.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.87:1 - 2.24:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.4 lbs
White Brightness1,100 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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