The Sanyo PLC-500M is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 130 lumens with a native resolution of 640×480. It uses a 180w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours.
Throw distance table
Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (VGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.
| Image width | Height |
|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m |
No throw-ratio data was published for this model.
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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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 12 m² | 3.9 × 2.9 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 2 m² | 1.8 × 1.3 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 1 m² | 1.0 × 0.8 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 0 m² | 0.7 × 0.5 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 0 m² | 0.6 × 0.4 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (VGA) |
|---|---|
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Data Modes | MAX 640x480 |
| Digital Keystone | No |
| Display Type | 1.30" 3LCD |
| Included Lens | 1.3x manual zoom , manual focus |
| Internal Speakers | 3.0 Watts Mono |
| Lamp Model | 610-257-6269 / LMP08 Buy 610-257-6269 Lamp |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | 180W Metal Halide bulb |
| Light Source Life | 2,000 hours |
| MSRP | n/a |
| Power | 265 Watts 120V - 120V |
| Projector Size | 6.20" x 16.90" x 15.20" (HxWxD) |
| Resolution | 640x480 |
| Status | Discontinued Now part of Panasonic |
| Throw Distance | 4.9' - 19.6' |
| Video Modes | No |
| Weight | 21.8 lbs |
| White Brightness | 130 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EIKI LC-4000 | 130 | 640×480 | 180W NSH bulb | ||
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| EIKI LC-1810 | 134 | 200W Metal Halide bulb | $3,395 | ||
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