ViewSonic · 5,000–7,999 lumens · WUXGA

ViewSonic LSC520WU

5,200lumens
1920×1200native
1.08–1.76throw ratio
5.2 kgweight

The ViewSonic LSC520WU is a 3LCD projector rated at 5,200 lumens with a native resolution of 1920×1200. It uses a laser phosphor light source rated for 20,000 hours / 30,000 hours (Eco). Its lens has a throw ratio of 1.08–1.76:1. Released October 2024.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (16:10 (WUXGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightStandard lens
1.08–1.76:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.25 m2.2–3.5 m
3 m (9.8 ft)1.88 m3.2–5.3 m
4 m (13.1 ft)2.5 m4.3–7.0 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.12 m5.4–8.8 m
6 m (19.7 ft)3.75 m6.5–10.6 m
8 m (26.2 ft)5.0 m8.6–14.1 m
10 m (32.8 ft)6.25 m10.8–17.6 m
12 m (39.4 ft)7.5 m13.0–21.1 m
15 m (49.2 ft)9.38 m16.2–26.4 m
20 m (65.6 ft)12.5 m21.6–35.2 m
25 m (82.0 ft)15.62 m27.0–44.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)18.75 m32.4–52.8 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)462 m²27.2 × 17.0 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)92 m²12.2 × 7.6 m
Lit city square (15 lux)31 m²7.0 × 4.4 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)15 m²5.0 × 3.1 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)9 m²3.8 × 2.4 m

Full specifications

Aspect Ratio16:10 (WUXGA)
Audible Noise35 dB / 26 dB (Eco)
Best Used ForHigher Education House of Worship Corporate/Business
Color Processing10-bit
Connection PanelAudio In: Mini Jack Audio In: RCA Audio Out: Mini Jack Composite: RCA HDMI 1.4 x 2 Network: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin USB: A VGA In: Dsub-15pin VGA Out: Dsub-15pin
Data ModesMAX 3840x2160
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Digital ZoomYes
Display Type3LCD
FeaturesClosed Captioning Geometric Correction Blackboard Mode
Image Size29.91" - 300.05"
Included Lens1.6x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers16.0 Watts Mono
Lens ShiftVertical +45%
Light SourceLaser Phosphor
Light Source Life20,000 hours / 30,000 hours (Eco)
MSRPn/a
Power236 Watts 100V - 240V
Projector PlacementFor a " diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 7'-8" and 12'-5" from the screen.
Projector Size5.04" x 15.35" x 11.57" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2024
Resolution1920x1200
StatusShipping
Throw Distance3.7' - 22.9' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.08:1 - 1.76:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 576i, 576p, 480p, 480i
Weight11.5 lbs
White Brightness5,200 Lumens (ANSI) 1

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

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