Runco · Under 3,000 lumens · HD

Runco LightStyle LS-7

2,000lumens
1280×720native
1.85–2.4throw ratio
18.8 kgweight

The Runco LightStyle LS-7 is a DLP x 3 projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×720. It uses a 260w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,500 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.85–2.4:1. Released December 2009.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.85–2.4:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m3.7–4.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m5.6–7.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m7.4–9.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m9.2–12.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m11.1–14.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m14.8–19.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m18.5–24.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m22.2–28.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m27.8–36.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m37.0–48.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m46.2–60.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m55.5–72.0 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)178 m²17.8 × 10.0 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)36 m²8.0 × 4.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)12 m²4.6 × 2.6 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)6 m²3.2 × 1.8 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.5 × 1.4 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesConstantContrast™ frame-by-frame contrast correction for flawless reproduction
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Connection Panel12-Volt Trigger Component Composite: RCA HDMI x 2 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast10,000:1 (full on/off)
Digital KeystoneNo
Display TypeDLP x 3
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture FCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 149.00"
Included Lens1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-30% & Vertical +/-65%
Light Source260W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life2,500 hours
MSRP$15,495 (USD)
Power395 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size8.86" x 20.43" x 25.31" (HxWxD)
ReleasedDecember 2009
Resolution1280x720
StatusDiscontinued Jan 2013
Throw Distance7.0' - 20.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.85:1 - 2.40:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24, 1080p/50, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight41.5 lbs

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

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