Projectiondesign · 5,000–7,999 lumens · XGA

projectiondesign F3 XGA

5,500lumens
1024×768native
1.17–9.7throw ratio
15.0 kgweight

The projectiondesign F3 XGA is a 0.80" DLP x 1 projector rated at 5,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. 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 1.17:1 to 9.7:1. Released June 2005.

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 widthHeightEN12 Ultra Wide Fixed
1.17:1
EN13 Wide Zoom
1.34–1.74:1
EN13 Wide Zoom
1.83–2.37:1
EN14 Short Tele Zoom
3.5–5.6:1
EN15 Wide Fixed
1.71:1
EN16 Long Tele Zoom
5.6–9.7:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m2.3 m2.7–3.5 m3.7–4.7 m7.0–11.2 m3.4 m11.2–19.4 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m3.5 m4.0–5.2 m5.5–7.1 m10.5–16.8 m5.1 m16.8–29.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m4.7 m5.4–7.0 m7.3–9.5 m14.0–22.4 m6.8 m22.4–38.8 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m5.8 m6.7–8.7 m9.2–11.9 m17.5–28.0 m8.6 m28.0–48.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m7.0 m8.0–10.4 m11.0–14.2 m21.0–33.6 m10.3 m33.6–58.2 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m9.4 m10.7–13.9 m14.6–19.0 m28.0–44.8 m13.7 m44.8–77.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m11.7 m13.4–17.4 m18.3–23.7 m35.0–56.0 m17.1 m56.0–97.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m14.0 m16.1–20.9 m22.0–28.4 m42.0–67.2 m20.5 m67.2–116.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m17.5 m20.1–26.1 m27.5–35.6 m52.5–84.0 m25.6 m84.0–145.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m23.4 m26.8–34.8 m36.6–47.4 m70.0–112.0 m34.2 m112.0–194.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m29.2 m33.5–43.5 m45.8–59.2 m87.5–140.0 m42.8 m140.0–242.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m35.1 m40.2–52.2 m54.9–71.1 m105.0–168.0 m51.3 m168.0–291.0 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)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 (XGA)
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 1920x1080
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.80" DLP x 1
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesFCC A CE UL
Image Size21.65" - 213.78"
Included Lens1.5x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp Model400-0300-00 Buy 400-0300-00 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source250W UHP bulb x 2
Light Source Life2,000 hours / 8,000 hours (Eco)
MSRP$11,000 (USD)
Power350 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size7.90" x 15.70" x 19.70" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJune 2005
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2007
Throw Distance4.9' - 32.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio2.30:1 - 3.39:1 (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 Fixed1.17:111.7 m
EN13 Wide Zoom1.34–1.74:113.4–17.4 m
EN15 Wide Fixed1.71:117.1 m
EN13 Wide Zoom1.83–2.37:118.3–23.7 m
EN14 Short Tele Zoom3.5–5.6:135.0–56.0 m
EN16 Long Tele Zoom5.6–9.7:156.0–97.0 m

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