Mitsubishi · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi XL30U ColorView

3,000lumens
1024×768native
1.82–2.29throw ratio
5.9 kgweight

The Mitsubishi XL30U ColorView is a 0.99" 3LCD projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 270w shp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.82–2.29:1. Released September 2002.

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
1.82–2.29:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.6–4.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.5–6.9 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.3–9.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.1–11.4 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.9–13.7 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m14.6–18.3 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m18.2–22.9 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m21.8–27.5 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m27.3–34.4 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m36.4–45.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m45.5–57.2 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m54.6–68.7 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)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 FeaturesThe XL30U video projector is designed with slide-and-hide, disposable air filter to keep it running clean, making it last longer.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast350:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.99" 3LCD
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture FCC B
Image Size40.00" - 200.00"
Included Lens1.27x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers3.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-XL30LP Buy VLT-XL30LP Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source270W SHP bulb
MSRP$8,995 (USD)
Power100V - 240V
Projector Size6.20" x 14.90" x 12.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2002
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Feb 2006
Throw Distance5.9' - 24.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.82:1 - 2.29:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 525p
Warranty3 Years
Weight13.0 lbs
White Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 2,400 Lumens (Eco)

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

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