Sanyo · Under 3,000 lumens · WXGA

Sanyo PLC-WXE45

2,000lumens
1280×800native
0.52–0.52throw ratio
3.4 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-WXE45 is a 0.59" 3LCD projector rated at 2,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×800. It uses a 200w uhp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 0.52:1. Released April 2009.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
0.52:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m1.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m1.6 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m2.1 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m2.6 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m3.1 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m4.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m5.2 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m6.2 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m7.8 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m10.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m13.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m15.6 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)178 m²16.9 × 10.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)36 m²7.5 × 4.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)12 m²4.4 × 2.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)6 m²3.1 × 1.9 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)4 m²2.4 × 1.5 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:10 (WXGA)
Audible Noise31 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComposite: RCA Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
Contrast500:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type0.59" 3LCD
FeaturesShort-Throw Closed Captioning Blackboard Mode
Image Size50.00" - 110.00"
Included LensFixed focal length , manual focus
Internal Speakers1.0 Watts Mono
Lamp Model610-332-3855 / LMP106 Buy 610-332-3855 Lamp
Lens ShiftNo
Light Source200W UHP bulb
MSRP$1,495 (USD)
Power200 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens 3'-7" from the screen.
Projector Size5.70" x 12.60" x 11.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedApril 2009
Resolution1280x800
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2010 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance1.7' - 3.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio0.52:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight7.5 lbs
White Brightness2,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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