The Sanyo PLC-9000N is a 1.80" 3LCD projector rated at 1,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 400w metal halide bulb light source rated for 750 hours.
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 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) | 133 m² | 13.3 × 10.0 m |
| Quiet street at night (5 lux) | 27 m² | 6.0 × 4.5 m |
| Lit city square (15 lux) | 9 m² | 3.4 × 2.6 m |
| Bright urban area (30 lux) | 4 m² | 2.4 × 1.8 m |
| Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux) | 3 m² | 1.9 × 1.4 m |
Full specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 (XGA) |
|---|---|
| Color Processing | 8-bit |
| Contrast | 300:1 (full on/off) |
| Data Modes | MAX 1280x1024 |
| Digital Keystone | No |
| Display Type | 1.80" 3LCD |
| Included Lens | 1.6x Powered zoom , Powered focus |
| Internal Speakers | 3.0 Watts × 2 |
| Lens Shift | Vertical +/-0.00% |
| Light Source | 400W Metal Halide bulb |
| Light Source Life | 750 hours |
| MSRP | $15,995 (USD) |
| Power | 550 Watts 120V - 240V |
| Projector Size | 8.00" x 14.90" x 21.00" (HxWxD) |
| Resolution | 1024x768 |
| Status | Discontinued Now part of Panasonic |
| Throw Distance | 2.2' - 118.0' |
| Video Modes | No |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Weight | 26.5 lbs |
| White Brightness | 1,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1 |
Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.
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