Sanyo · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA

Sanyo PDG-DSU20

2,000lumens
800×600native
1.93–2.12throw ratio
2.9 kgweight

The Sanyo PDG-DSU20 is a 0.55" DLP x 1 projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 180w uhp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.93–2.12:1. Released September 2007.

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 widthHeightStandard lens
1.93–2.12:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m3.9–4.2 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m5.8–6.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m7.7–8.5 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.7–10.6 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.6–12.7 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.4–17.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m19.3–21.2 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m23.2–25.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m28.9–31.8 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m38.6–42.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m48.2–53.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m57.9–63.6 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 m²15.4 × 11.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)36 m²6.9 × 5.2 m
Lit city square (15 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)6 m²2.8 × 2.1 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.2 × 1.6 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThe projector is ideal for usage in classrooms, boardrooms and other small gatherings for video playback or small presentations
Aspect Ratio4:3 (SVGA)
Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast2,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.55" DLP x 1
Image Size27.80" - 255.00"
Included Lens1.1x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts Mono
Lamp ModelPOA-LMP118 Buy POA-LMP118 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source180W UHP bulb
MSRP$695 (USD)
Power100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 12'-10" and 14'-2" from the screen.
Projector Size3.40" x 40.84" x 8.72" (HxWxD)
ReleasedSeptember 2007
Resolution800x600
StatusDiscontinued Jul 2008 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance3.9' - 32.8' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.93:1 - 2.12:1 (D:W)
Video Modes**
Warranty3 Years
Weight6.5 lbs

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

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