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Sanyo PLC-HP7000L

7,000lumens
1920×1080native
4.2–9.0throw ratio
11.6 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-HP7000L is a 1.20" 3LCD projector rated at 7,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a 380w metal halide bulb light source rated for 3,000 hours. 2 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 4.2:1 to 9:1. Released November 2011.

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 widthHeightLNS-T32 Ultra Long Zoom
4.2–5.7:1
LNS-T33 Ultra Long Zoom
5.7–9.0:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m8.4–11.4 m11.4–18.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m12.6–17.1 m17.1–27.0 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m16.8–22.8 m22.8–36.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m21.0–28.5 m28.5–45.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m25.2–34.2 m34.2–54.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m33.6–45.6 m45.6–72.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m42.0–57.0 m57.0–90.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m50.4–68.4 m68.4–108.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m63.0–85.5 m85.5–135.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m84.0–114.0 m114.0–180.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m105.0–142.5 m142.5–225.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m126.0–171.0 m171.0–270.0 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

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)622 m²33.3 × 18.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)124 m²14.9 × 8.4 m
Lit city square (15 lux)41 m²8.6 × 4.8 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)21 m²6.1 × 3.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)12 m²4.7 × 2.6 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesReplaced by Panasonic model PT-DZ770ULK
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise42 dB / 38 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComponent: RCA x 2 Composite: RCA DVI Digital Input HDMI 1.3b Network: RJ-45 RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin S-Video USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast2,700:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type1.20" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesPicture-in-Picture Edge Blending FCC A Crestron RoomView™
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp Model003-120641-01 Buy 003-120641-01 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source380W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life3,000 hours
MSRP$17,995 (USD)
Power520 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size7.40" x 14.60" x 17.30" (HxWxD)
ReleasedNovember 2011
Resolution1920x1080
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2012 Now part of Panasonic
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight25.6 lbs
White Brightness7,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
LNS-T32 Ultra Long Zoom4.2–5.7:142.0–57.0 m
LNS-T33 Ultra Long Zoom5.7–9.0:157.0–90.0 m

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