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Sanyo PLV-HD100

5,500lumens
1920×1080native
1.1–1.5throw ratio
38.1 kgweight

The Sanyo PLV-HD100 is a 1.65" 3LCD projector rated at 5,500 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1080. It uses a 250w uhp bulb x 4 light source. 1 interchangeable lens is listed, covering throw ratios from 1.1:1 to 1.5:1. Released June 2006.

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 widthHeightLNS-W06 Short Zoom
1.1–1.5:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.2–3.0 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m3.3–4.5 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m4.4–6.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m5.5–7.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m6.6–9.0 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m8.8–12.0 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m11.0–15.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m13.2–18.0 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m16.5–22.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m22.0–30.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m27.5–37.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m33.0–45.0 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)489 m²29.5 × 16.6 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)98 m²13.2 × 7.4 m
Lit city square (15 lux)33 m²7.6 × 4.3 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)16 m²5.4 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)10 m²4.2 × 2.3 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesPLV-HD100 provides 24P capability for film playback as well as 60P capability for computer graphics (60P : only through DVI input).
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise46 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelAudio Out: Mini Jack DVI Digital Input RGB In: BNC RS232: DB-9pin x 2 USB: A
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1920x1080
Digital KeystoneNo
Display Type1.65" 3LCD
FeaturesOption Slots 2:3 Pulldown CE UL
Included LensNo
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp Model610-305-1130 Buy 610-305-1130 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal & Vertical
Light Source250W UHP bulb x 4
MSRP$54,995 (USD)
Power1,500 Watts 120V - 240V
Projector Size9.90" x 22.90" x 30.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJune 2006
Resolution1920x1080
StatusDiscontinued Apr 2011 Now part of Panasonic
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 1080p/24
Warranty3 Years
Weight84.0 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-W06 Short Zoom1.1–1.5:111.0–15.0 m

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