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The Optoma DX551 Projector is a XGA Portable Projector. This lamp based projector is capable of displaying 2,800 Lumens at its brightest setting with a native resolution of 1024x768 , and is 3D capable. The internal DLP technology touts higher contrast, less visible pixels and more portability. Weighing in at 4.9 lbs, this portable projector is bright and compact, perfect for business travelers, taking on a family vacation or just moving from room to room. This projector was first available for purchase in December 2011 and has been by Optoma.

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Optoma DX551 Projector Specifications
- MSRP
- n/a
- Brightness
- 2,800 ANSI Lumens
- Resolution
- 1024x768
- Aspect Ratio
- 4:3 (XGA)
- Contrast
- 3,500:1
- Display Type
- 0.55" DLP x 1
- Color Processing
- 10-bit
- Video Modes
- 720p, 1080i, 1080p/60, 480p, 480i
- Data Modes
- MAX 1920x1080
- 3D Modes
- PC 3D Ready
- Lamp Type
- 180W P-VIP bulb
- Lamp Life
- 5,000 hours / 6,000 hours
- Included Lens
- 1.1x manual zoom , manual focus
- Optional Lenses
- No
- Lens Shift
- No
- Throw Distance
- 4.5' - 39.4' Calculate Throw Distance
- Image Size
- 31.11" - 300.00"
- Throw Ratio
- 1.97:1 - 2.17:1
- Projector Placement
- For a diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 13'-2" and 14'-6" from the screen.
- Digital Keystone
- Vertical only
- Projector Size
- 3.03" x 11.00" x 9.06"
- Weight
- 4.9 lbs
- Audible Noise
- 30 dB / 28 dB
- Internal Speakers
- 2.0 Watts × 2
- Power
- 255 Watts 100V - 240V
- Connection Panel
-
Composite: RCAHDMIRS232: DB-9pinS-VideoUSBVGA In: Dsub-15pin x 2
- Features
-
PC 3D ReadyLaser Pointer
- Additional Features
- Educators and business users alike will appreciate the connectivity flexibility offered by the HDMI connector and 3D-capability that supports delivery of emerging content offerings from a broad range of input sources
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ANSI LUMENS is the most commonly accepted industry standard brightness measurement. The ANSI lumen rating measures the brightest white that a projector can produce by averaging nine light meter measurements taken across the projected image.
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BUYER BEWARE Either this projector's brightness specification does not cite an industry-accepted unit of measurement, or according to our calculations it seems unlikely that this projector is capable of producing the manufacturer's cited brightness specification.
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