Projectiondesign · 5,000–7,999 lumens · SXGA+

projectiondesign F3 SXGA+

5,500lumens
1400×1050native
0.84–7.1throw ratio
15.0 kgweight

The projectiondesign F3 SXGA+ is a 0.80" DLP x 1 projector rated at 5,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1400×1050. It uses a 250w uhp bulb x 2 light source rated for 2,000 hours / 8,000 hours (Eco). 6 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.84:1 to 7.1:1. Released December 2004.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (SXGA+)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightEN11 Zoom
1.74–2.51:1
EN12 Ultra Wide Fixed
0.84:1
EN13 Wide Zoom
1.34–1.74:1
EN14 Short Tele Zoom
2.56–4.1:1
EN15 Wide Fixed
1.25:1
EN16 Long Tele Zoom
4.1–7.1:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.5–5.0 m1.7 m2.7–3.5 m5.1–8.2 m2.5 m8.2–14.2 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.2–7.5 m2.5 m4.0–5.2 m7.7–12.3 m3.8 m12.3–21.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.0–10.0 m3.4 m5.4–7.0 m10.2–16.4 m5.0 m16.4–28.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m8.7–12.5 m4.2 m6.7–8.7 m12.8–20.5 m6.2 m20.5–35.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m10.4–15.1 m5.0 m8.0–10.4 m15.4–24.6 m7.5 m24.6–42.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m13.9–20.1 m6.7 m10.7–13.9 m20.5–32.8 m10.0 m32.8–56.8 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m17.4–25.1 m8.4 m13.4–17.4 m25.6–41.0 m12.5 m41.0–71.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m20.9–30.1 m10.1 m16.1–20.9 m30.7–49.2 m15.0 m49.2–85.2 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m26.1–37.6 m12.6 m20.1–26.1 m38.4–61.5 m18.8 m61.5–106.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m34.8–50.2 m16.8 m26.8–34.8 m51.2–82.0 m25.0 m82.0–142.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m43.5–62.7 m21.0 m33.5–43.5 m64.0–102.5 m31.2 m102.5–177.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m52.2–75.3 m25.2 m40.2–52.2 m76.8–123.0 m37.5 m123.0–213.0 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)489 m²25.5 × 19.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)98 m²11.4 × 8.6 m
Lit city square (15 lux)33 m²6.6 × 4.9 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)16 m²4.7 × 3.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)10 m²3.6 × 2.7 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesDual color wheels. Fully configurable ligh output through power & lens/iris regulation. The F3 is built to operate in heavy duty and continuously run applications, such as control rooms and public displays.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (SXGA+)
Audible Noise30 dB
Brightness5,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1 / 4,000 Lumens (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Color Wheel2x speed
Contrast7,500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.80" DLP x 1
FeaturesFCC A CE UL
Image Size29.53" - 289.37"
Included Lens1.47x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source250W UHP bulb x 2
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 8,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$19,000 (USD)
Power350 Watts 90V - 240V
Projector Size7.90" x 15.70" x 19.70" (HxWxD)
ReleasedDecember 2004
Resolution1400x1050
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2007
Throw Distance4.9' - 32.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.70:1 - 2.50:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight33.0 lbs

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
EN12 Ultra Wide Fixed0.84:18.4 m
EN15 Wide Fixed1.25:112.5 m
EN13 Wide Zoom1.34–1.74:113.4–17.4 m
EN11 Zoom1.74–2.51:117.4–25.1 m
EN14 Short Tele Zoom2.56–4.1:125.6–41.0 m
EN16 Long Tele Zoom4.1–7.1:141.0–71.0 m

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