The Sanyo PLC-5500N is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 500 lumens with a native resolution of 832×624. It uses a 250w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.71–2.75:1.
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 width | Height | Standard lens 1.71–2.75:1 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 m (6.6 ft) | 1.5 m | 3.4–5.5 m |
| 3 m (9.8 ft) | 2.25 m | 5.1–8.2 m |
| 4 m (13.1 ft) | 3.0 m | 6.8–11.0 m |
| 5 m (16.4 ft) | 3.75 m | 8.6–13.8 m |
| 6 m (19.7 ft) | 4.5 m | 10.3–16.5 m |
| 8 m (26.2 ft) | 6.0 m | 13.7–22.0 m |
| 10 m (32.8 ft) | 7.5 m | 17.1–27.5 m |
| 12 m (39.4 ft) | 9.0 m | 20.5–33.0 m |
| 15 m (49.2 ft) | 11.25 m | 25.6–41.2 m |
| 20 m (65.6 ft) | 15.0 m | 34.2–55.0 m |
| 25 m (82.0 ft) | 18.75 m | 42.8–68.8 m |
| 30 m (98.4 ft) | 22.5 m | 51.3–82.5 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 light | Max area | Max width × height |
|---|---|---|
| Dark rural site (1 lux) | 44 m² | 7.7 × 5.8 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 9 m² | 3.4 × 2.6 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 3 m² | 2.0 × 1.5 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 1 m² | 1.4 × 1.1 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 1 m² | 1.1 × 0.8 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (SVGA) |
|---|---|
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Contrast | 100:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1024x768 |
| Digital Keystone | No |
| Display Type | 1.30" 3LCD |
| Image Size | 27.27" - 663.16" |
| Included Lens | 1.6x Powered zoom , Powered focus |
| Internal Speakers | 2.0 Watts × 2 |
| Lens Shift | No |
| Light Source | 250W Metal Halide bulb |
| Light Source Life | 2,000 hours |
| MSRP | n/a |
| Power | 360 Watts 100V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 5.90" x 11.70" x 18.10" (HxWxD) |
| Resolution | 832x624 |
| Status | Discontinued Now part of Panasonic |
| Throw Distance | 5.0' - 75.6' Calculate Throw Distance |
| Throw Ratio | 1.71:1 - 2.75:1 (D:W) |
| Video Modes | No |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Weight | 16.0 lbs |
| White Brightness | 500 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanyo PLC-5500NA | 500 | 832×624 | 250W Metal Halide bulb | ||
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