Sanyo · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

Sanyo PLC-XP55

4,500lumens
1024×768native
0.8–4.2throw ratio
9.2 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-XP55 is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 4,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 300w nsh bulb light source. 3 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 4.2:1. Released August 2003.

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-T31A Long Zoom
2.3–4.2:1
LNS-W31A Zoom
1.25–1.8:1
LNS-W32 Short Fixed
0.8:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m4.6–8.4 m2.5–3.6 m1.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m6.9–12.6 m3.8–5.4 m2.4 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m9.2–16.8 m5.0–7.2 m3.2 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m11.5–21.0 m6.2–9.0 m4.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m13.8–25.2 m7.5–10.8 m4.8 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m18.4–33.6 m10.0–14.4 m6.4 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m23.0–42.0 m12.5–18.0 m8.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m27.6–50.4 m15.0–21.6 m9.6 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m34.5–63.0 m18.8–27.0 m12.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m46.0–84.0 m25.0–36.0 m16.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m57.5–105.0 m31.2–45.0 m20.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m69.0–126.0 m37.5–54.0 m24.0 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)400 m²23.1 × 17.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)80 m²10.3 × 7.7 m
Lit city square (15 lux)27 m²6.0 × 4.5 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)13 m²4.2 × 3.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)8 m²3.3 × 2.4 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesProgressive IC for 2-3 Pulldown and 1080i to Progressive Conversion.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast1,100:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.30" 3LCD
Features2:3 Pulldown FCC B UL
Image Size29.88" - 399.60"
Included Lens1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts × 2
Lamp Model03-000750-01P Buy 03-000750-01P Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source300W NSH bulb
MSRP$8,495 (USD)
Power450 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.60" x 12.60" x 16.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedAugust 2003
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Aug 2006 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance4.7' - 48.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.81:1 - 2.36:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight20.3 lbs
White Brightness4,500 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
LNS-W32 Short Fixed0.8:18.0 m
LNS-W31A Zoom1.25–1.8:112.5–18.0 m
LNS-T31A Long Zoom2.3–4.2:123.0–42.0 m

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