Sanyo · 5,000–7,999 lumens · XGA

Sanyo PLC-XP57L

5,500lumens
1024×768native
0.8–4.2throw ratio
7.9 kgweight

The Sanyo PLC-XP57L is a 1.30" 3LCD projector rated at 5,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 318w uhp bulb light source rated for 1,500 hours. 3 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 4.2:1. Released June 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-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)489 m²25.5 × 19.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)98 m²11.4 × 8.6 m
Lit city square (15 lux)33 m²6.6 × 4.9 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)16 m²4.7 × 3.5 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)10 m²3.6 × 2.7 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesVerticle/Horizontal Edge Enhancement
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Awards#5 in
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelUSB: A
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type1.30" 3LCD
FeaturesCE Laser Pointer FCC B UL
Included LensNo
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts × 2
Lamp ModelPOA-LMP101 Buy POA-LMP101 Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source318W UHP bulb
Light Source Life1,500 hours
MSRP$8,995 (USD)
Power480 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.60" x 12.60" x 16.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJune 2006
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2009 Now part of Panasonic
Video Modes720p, 1080i
Warranty3 Years
Weight17.4 lbs
White Brightness5,500 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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