Sanyo · Under 3,000 lumens · SVGA

Sanyo PLC-SW15

850lumens
800×600native
1.99–2.38throw ratio
2.5 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-SW15 is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 850 lumens with a native resolution of 800×600. It uses a 132w uhp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.99–2.38:1. Released August 2001.

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
1.99–2.38:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.0–4.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.0–7.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m8.0–9.5 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m9.9–11.9 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m11.9–14.3 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m15.9–19.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m19.9–23.8 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m23.9–28.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m29.9–35.7 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m39.8–47.6 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m49.8–59.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m59.7–71.4 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)76 m²10.0 × 7.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)15 m²4.5 × 3.4 m
Lit city square (15 lux)5 m²2.6 × 1.9 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)3 m²1.8 × 1.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.4 × 1.1 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio4:3 (SVGA)
Audible Noise39 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast300:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1024x768
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
Image Size40.00" - 200.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model610-289-8422 Buy 610-289-8422 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source132W UHP bulb
MSRP$3,495 (USD)
Power210 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-2" and 15'-9" from the screen.
Projector Size3.50" x 7.40" x 11.40" (HxWxD)
ReleasedAugust 2001
Resolution800x600
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2003 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance6.2' - 26.4' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.99:1 - 2.38:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight5.5 lbs
White Brightness850 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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