Sanyo · Under 3,000 lumens · HD

Sanyo PLV-Z2

800lumens
1280×720native
1.39–1.78throw ratio
4.1 kgweight

The Sanyo PLV-Z2 is a 0.70" 3LCD projector rated at 800 lumens with a native resolution of 1280×720. It uses a 135w uhp bulb light source. Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.39–1.78:1. Released November 2003.

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
1.39–1.78:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.12 m2.8–3.6 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.69 m4.2–5.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.25 m5.6–7.1 m
5 m (16.4 ft)2.81 m6.9–8.9 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.38 m8.3–10.7 m
8 m (26.2 ft)4.5 m11.1–14.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)5.62 m13.9–17.8 m
12 m (39.4 ft)6.75 m16.7–21.4 m
15 m (49.2 ft)8.44 m20.8–26.7 m
20 m (65.6 ft)11.25 m27.8–35.6 m
25 m (82.0 ft)14.06 m34.8–44.5 m
30 m (98.4 ft)16.88 m41.7–53.4 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)71 m²11.2 × 6.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)14 m²5.0 × 2.8 m
Lit city square (15 lux)5 m²2.9 × 1.6 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)2 m²2.1 × 1.2 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)1 m²1.6 × 0.9 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesDVI/VGA cable and component cable are optional
Aspect Ratio16:9 (HD)
Audible Noise26 dB
Color Processing8-bit
Contrast1,300:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1280x1024
Digital KeystoneVertical only
Display Type0.70" 3LCD
FeaturesFCC B
Image Size76.00" - 200.00"
Included Lens1.3x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal SpeakersNo
Lamp Model610-309-7589 / POA-LMP69 Buy 610-309-7589 Lamp
Lens ShiftHorizontal +/-50% & Vertical +/-100%
Light Source135W UHP bulb
MSRP$1,995 (USD)
Power210 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector Size3.80" x 14.10" x 10.80" (HxWxD)
ReleasedNovember 2003
Resolution1280x720
StatusDiscontinued Jan 2006 Now part of Panasonic
Throw Distance9.9' - 20.0' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.39:1 - 1.78:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight9.0 lbs
White Brightness800 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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