Panasonic · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA
Panasonic PT-L556U
600lumens
800×600native
2.01–2.61throw ratio
5.8 kgweight
The Panasonic PT-L556U is a 0.90" 3LCD projector rated at 600 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 150w uhm bulb light source rated for 1,100 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 2.01–2.61:1. Released September 1998.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SVGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height | Standard lens 2.01–2.61:1 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m | 4.0–5.2 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m | 6.0–7.8 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m | 8.0–10.4 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m | 10.0–13.0 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m | 12.1–15.7 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m | 16.1–20.9 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m | 20.1–26.1 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m | 24.1–31.3 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m | 30.1–39.1 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m | 40.2–52.2 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m | 50.2–65.2 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m | 60.3–78.3 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 53 m² | 8.4 × 6.3 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 11 m² | 3.8 × 2.8 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 4 m² | 2.2 × 1.6 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 2 m² | 1.5 × 1.2 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 1 m² | 1.2 × 0.9 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (SVGA) |
|---|---|
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Contrast | 200:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1024x768 |
| Digital Keystone | No |
| Display Type | 0.90" 3LCD |
| Image Size | 60.00" - 300.00" |
| Included Lens | 1.3x manual zoom , manual focus |
| Internal Speakers | 1.5 Watts Mono |
| Lamp Model | ET-LA556 Buy ET-LA556 Lamp |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | 150W UHM bulb |
| Light Source Life | 1,100 hours |
| MSRP | $5,495 (USD) |
| Power | 260 Watts 120V - 240V |
| Projector Placement | For a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-3" and 17'-2" from the screen. |
| Projector Size | 6.00" x 9.40" x 12.80" (HxWxD) |
| Released | September 1998 |
| Resolution | 800x600 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Throw Distance | 10.2' - 40.0' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 2.01:1 - 2.61:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | ** |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 12.8 lbs |
| White Brightness | 600 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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