Sanyo · 3,000–4,999 lumens

Sanyo PLV-WF10

4,000lumens
1366×768native
1.1–12.4throw ratio
21.0 kgweight

The Sanyo PLV-WF10 is a 1.21" 3LCD projector rated at 4,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1366×768. It uses a 250w uhp bulb x 2 light source. 10 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 1.1:1 to 12.4:1. Released January 2004.

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 widthHeightLNS-M01 Semi-Long Zoom
4.8–6.2:1
LNS-S01 Standard Zoom 1
2.5–4.0:1
LNS-S02Z Standard Zoom 2
2.8–3.6:1
LNS-S03 Standard Zoom 3
3.6–4.8:1
LNS-T01 Long Fixed
9.5:1
LNS-T02 Long Zoom
6.1–8.5:1
LNS-T03 Long Zoom
8.7–12.4:1
LNS-W01 Short Fixed
1.65:1
LNS-W02 Short Zoom
1.9–2.5:1
LNS-W03 Short Fixed
1.1:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m9.6–12.4 m5.0–8.0 m5.6–7.2 m7.2–9.6 m19.0 m12.2–17.0 m17.4–24.8 m3.3 m3.8–5.0 m2.2 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m14.4–18.6 m7.5–12.0 m8.4–10.8 m10.8–14.4 m28.5 m18.3–25.5 m26.1–37.2 m4.9 m5.7–7.5 m3.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m19.2–24.8 m10.0–16.0 m11.2–14.4 m14.4–19.2 m38.0 m24.4–34.0 m34.8–49.6 m6.6 m7.6–10.0 m4.4 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m24.0–31.0 m12.5–20.0 m14.0–18.0 m18.0–24.0 m47.5 m30.5–42.5 m43.5–62.0 m8.2 m9.5–12.5 m5.5 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.37 m28.8–37.2 m15.0–24.0 m16.8–21.6 m21.6–28.8 m57.0 m36.6–51.0 m52.2–74.4 m9.9 m11.4–15.0 m6.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m38.4–49.6 m20.0–32.0 m22.4–28.8 m28.8–38.4 m76.0 m48.8–68.0 m69.6–99.2 m13.2 m15.2–20.0 m8.8 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m48.0–62.0 m25.0–40.0 m28.0–36.0 m36.0–48.0 m95.0 m61.0–85.0 m87.0–124.0 m16.5 m19.0–25.0 m11.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m57.6–74.4 m30.0–48.0 m33.6–43.2 m43.2–57.6 m114.0 m73.2–102.0 m104.4–148.8 m19.8 m22.8–30.0 m13.2 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.43 m72.0–93.0 m37.5–60.0 m42.0–54.0 m54.0–72.0 m142.5 m91.5–127.5 m130.5–186.0 m24.8 m28.5–37.5 m16.5 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.24 m96.0–124.0 m50.0–80.0 m56.0–72.0 m72.0–96.0 m190.0 m122.0–170.0 m174.0–248.0 m33.0 m38.0–50.0 m22.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m120.0–155.0 m62.5–100.0 m70.0–90.0 m90.0–120.0 m237.5 m152.5–212.5 m217.5–310.0 m41.2 m47.5–62.5 m27.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.87 m144.0–186.0 m75.0–120.0 m84.0–108.0 m108.0–144.0 m285.0 m183.0–255.0 m261.0–372.0 m49.5 m57.0–75.0 m33.0 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)356 m²25.1 × 14.1 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)71 m²11.2 × 6.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)24 m²6.5 × 3.7 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)12 m²4.6 × 2.6 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.6 × 2.0 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesReal Color Management Software included. Progressive IC for 3-2 Pulldown and 1080i to progressive conversion
Aspect Ratio16:9 (WXGA)
Audible Noise46 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelUSB: A
Contrast900:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomNo
Display Type1.21" 3LCD
Features2:3 Pulldown FCC A CE Laser Pointer UL
Included LensNo
Internal Speakers3.0 Watts × 2
Lamp ModelPOA-LMP73 Buy POA-LMP73 Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source250W UHP bulb x 2
MSRP$12,995 (USD)
Power700 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size9.10" x 17.30" x 23.90" (HxWxD)
ReleasedJanuary 2004
Resolution1366x768
StatusDiscontinued Nov 2009 Now part of Panasonic
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1035i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight46.3 lbs
White Brightness4,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
LNS-W03 Short Fixed1.1:111.0 m
LNS-W01 Short Fixed1.65:116.5 m
LNS-W02 Short Zoom1.9–2.5:119.0–25.0 m
LNS-S01 Standard Zoom 12.5–4.0:125.0–40.0 m
LNS-S02Z Standard Zoom 22.8–3.6:128.0–36.0 m
LNS-S03 Standard Zoom 33.6–4.8:136.0–48.0 m
LNS-M01 Semi-Long Zoom4.8–6.2:148.0–62.0 m
LNS-T02 Long Zoom6.1–8.5:161.0–85.0 m
LNS-T03 Long Zoom8.7–12.4:187.0–124.0 m
LNS-T01 Long Fixed9.5:195.0 m

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