Sanyo · 8,000–11,999 lumens · XGA

Sanyo PLC-XF42

9,000lumens
1024×768native
1.35–7.0throw ratio
36.5 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-XF42 is a 1.80" 3LCD projector rated at 9,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 250w uhp bulb x 4 light source. 4 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.35:1 to 7:1. Released November 2006.

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 widthHeightLNS-M01Z Semi-Long Zoom
3.4–4.6:1
LNS-T01Z Long Fixed
7.0:1
LNS-W02Z Zoom
1.35–1.8:1
LNS-W04 Zoom
1.58–2.07:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m6.8–9.2 m14.0 m2.7–3.6 m3.2–4.1 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m10.2–13.8 m21.0 m4.1–5.4 m4.7–6.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m13.6–18.4 m28.0 m5.4–7.2 m6.3–8.3 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m17.0–23.0 m35.0 m6.8–9.0 m7.9–10.3 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m20.4–27.6 m42.0 m8.1–10.8 m9.5–12.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m27.2–36.8 m56.0 m10.8–14.4 m12.6–16.6 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m34.0–46.0 m70.0 m13.5–18.0 m15.8–20.7 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m40.8–55.2 m84.0 m16.2–21.6 m19.0–24.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m51.0–69.0 m105.0 m20.2–27.0 m23.7–31.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m68.0–92.0 m140.0 m27.0–36.0 m31.6–41.4 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m85.0–115.0 m175.0 m33.8–45.0 m39.5–51.7 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m102.0–138.0 m210.0 m40.5–54.0 m47.4–62.1 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)800 m²32.7 × 24.5 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)160 m²14.6 × 11.0 m
Lit city square (15 lux)53 m²8.4 × 6.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)27 m²6.0 × 4.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)16 m²4.6 × 3.5 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesOptional Network Board Memorizes and Stores up to 55 PC Modes.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise51 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelUSB: A
Contrast1,100:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.80" 3LCD
FeaturesOption Slots FCC A UL
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp Model03-000709-01P Buy 03-000709-01P Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source250W UHP bulb x 4
MSRP$21,995 (USD)
Power1,500 Watts 120V - 240V
Projector Size9.90" x 22.90" x 30.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedNovember 2006
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2008 Now part of Panasonic
Video Modes**
Warranty3 Years
Weight80.5 lbs
White Brightness9,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
LNS-W02Z Zoom1.35–1.8:113.5–18.0 m
LNS-W04 Zoom1.58–2.07:115.8–20.7 m
LNS-M01Z Semi-Long Zoom3.4–4.6:134.0–46.0 m
LNS-T01Z Long Fixed7.0:170.0 m

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