Sanyo · 3,000–4,999 lumens

Sanyo PLV-80

3,000lumens
1366×768native
1.81–2.35throw ratio
8.7 kgweight

The Sanyo PLV-80 is a 1.21" 3LCD projector rated at 3,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1366×768. It uses a 300w nsh bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.81–2.35:1. Released December 2005.

Throw distance table

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

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.81–2.35:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m3.6–4.7 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m5.4–7.1 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m7.2–9.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m9.1–11.8 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.37 m10.9–14.1 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m14.5–18.8 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m18.1–23.5 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m21.7–28.2 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.43 m27.2–35.2 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.24 m36.2–47.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m45.2–58.8 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.87 m54.3–70.5 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)267 m²21.8 × 12.2 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)53 m²9.7 × 5.5 m
Lit city square (15 lux)18 m²5.6 × 3.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)9 m²4.0 × 2.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)5 m²3.1 × 1.7 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesShort Fixed, Short Zoom, Long Zoom and Ultra Long Zoom optional lenses available.
Aspect Ratio16:9 (WXGA)
Audible Noise33 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type1.21" 3LCD
FeaturesCE FCC B UL
Image Size77.00" - 400.00"
Included Lens1.3x Powered zoom , Powered focus
Internal Speakers2.0 Watts × 2
Lamp Model003-120239-01 Buy 003-120239-01 Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source300W NSH bulb
MSRPn/a
Power450 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size6.60" x 12.60" x 16.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedDecember 2005
Resolution1366x768
StatusDiscontinued Oct 2007 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance12.7' - 52.2' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.81:1 - 2.35:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 575p, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight19.2 lbs
White Brightness3,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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