Panasonic · Under 3,000 lumens · XGA

Panasonic PT-LX26HU

2,600lumens
1024×768native
1.7–2.04throw ratio
3.0 kgweight

The Panasonic PT-LX26HU is a 0.55" 3LCD projector rated at 2,600 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 230w metal halide bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.7–2.04:1. Released January 2012.

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
1.7–2.04:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.4–4.1 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.1–6.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m6.8–8.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m8.5–10.2 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.2–12.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m13.6–16.3 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m17.0–20.4 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m20.4–24.5 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m25.5–30.6 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m34.0–40.8 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m42.5–51.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m51.0–61.2 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

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)231 m²17.6 × 13.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)46 m²7.9 × 5.9 m
Lit city square (15 lux)15 m²4.5 × 3.4 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)8 m²3.2 × 2.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²2.5 × 1.9 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThe Panasonic PT-LX26HU offers an excellent balance of light weight, brightness and contrast.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise37 dB / 29 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast2,500:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.55" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesClosed Captioning Blackboard Mode
Image Size30.00" - 250.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source230W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours / 4,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power297 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 11'-3" and 13'-6" from the screen.
Projector Size4.10" x 13.70" x 9.70" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2012
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2015
Throw Distance4.0' - 28.2' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.70:1 - 2.04:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 525i, 525p, 576i, 576p, 625i, 625p, 1125i, 480p, 480i
Weight6.6 lbs
White Brightness2,600 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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