Mitsubishi · 5,000–7,999 lumens · XGA

Mitsubishi XL6500U

5,000lumens
1024×768native
0.8–5.2throw ratio
9.8 kgweight

The Mitsubishi XL6500U is a 1.20" 3LCD projector rated at 5,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 275w nsh bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). 4 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 5.2:1. Released June 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-X500FR Short Fixed
0.8:1
OL-X500LZ Long Zoom
2.4–3.3:1
OL-X500SZ Short Zoom
1.3–1.6:1
OL-X500TZ Long Zoom
3.4–5.2:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m1.6 m4.8–6.6 m2.6–3.2 m6.8–10.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m2.4 m7.2–9.9 m3.9–4.8 m10.2–15.6 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m3.2 m9.6–13.2 m5.2–6.4 m13.6–20.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m4.0 m12.0–16.5 m6.5–8.0 m17.0–26.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m4.8 m14.4–19.8 m7.8–9.6 m20.4–31.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m6.4 m19.2–26.4 m10.4–12.8 m27.2–41.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m8.0 m24.0–33.0 m13.0–16.0 m34.0–52.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m9.6 m28.8–39.6 m15.6–19.2 m40.8–62.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m12.0 m36.0–49.5 m19.5–24.0 m51.0–78.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m16.0 m48.0–66.0 m26.0–32.0 m68.0–104.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m20.0 m60.0–82.5 m32.5–40.0 m85.0–130.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m24.0 m72.0–99.0 m39.0–48.0 m102.0–156.0 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)444 m²24.3 × 18.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)89 m²10.9 × 8.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)30 m²6.3 × 4.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)15 m²4.4 × 3.3 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)9 m²3.4 × 2.6 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesWith a built-in motion-sensitive anti-theft alarm, Mitsubishi's XL6500U is designed to deter projector theft from public venues such as classrooms, auditoriums or other open-access conference room settings.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA DVI Digital Input Network: RJ-45 RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type1.20" 3LCD
Image Size60.00" - 250.00"
Included Lens1.27x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers10.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelVLT-XL6600LP Buy VLT-XL6600LP Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-5% & Vertical +0.00% / -45.20%
Light Source275W NSH bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$9,995 (USD)
Power430 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size8.10" x 17.40" x 17.10" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJune 2008
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2011
Throw Distance9.5' - 31.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.92:1 - 2.44:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/50, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight21.6 lbs
White Brightness5,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
OL-X500FR Short Fixed0.8:18.0 m
OL-X500SZ Short Zoom1.3–1.6:113.0–16.0 m
OL-X500LZ Long Zoom2.4–3.3:124.0–33.0 m
OL-X500TZ Long Zoom3.4–5.2:134.0–52.0 m

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