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Sanyo PLV-1080HD

1,200lumens
1920×1080native
1.39–2.78throw ratio
7.5 kgweight

The Sanyo PLV-1080HD is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 1,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a 165w uhp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.39–2.78:1. Released November 2008.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:9 (HD)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.39–2.78:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.8–5.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m4.2–8.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m5.6–11.1 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m6.9–13.9 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m8.3–16.7 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m11.1–22.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m13.9–27.8 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m16.7–33.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m20.8–41.7 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m27.8–55.6 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m34.8–69.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m41.7–83.4 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)107 m²13.8 × 7.7 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)21 m²6.2 × 3.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)7 m²3.6 × 2.0 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)4 m²2.5 × 1.4 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)2 m²1.9 × 1.1 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelComponent: RCA x 2 Composite: RCA HDMI x 2 RS232: DB-9pin S-Video VGA In: Dsub-15pin
Contrast10,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1080
Digital KeystoneNo
Digital ZoomNo
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesFCC B UL
Image Size40.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp Model610-336-5404 / LMP114 Buy 610-336-5404 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-50% & Vertical +/-100%
Light Source165W UHP bulb
MSRP$1,995 (USD)
Power246 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-0" and 20'-0" from the screen.
Projector Size5.70" x 15.70" x 13.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedNovember 2008
Resolution1920x1080
StatusDiscontinued Jun 2010 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance7.9' - 30.2' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.39:1 - 2.78:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty2 Years
Weight16.5 lbs
White Brightness1,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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