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The ViewSonic PJ656 Projector is a XGA Portable Projector. This lamp based projector is capable of displaying 2,100 Lumens at its brightest setting with a native resolution of 1024x768 . The internal 3LCD technology is an innovative 3-chip design that sets itself apart by delivering vibrant, true-to-life images with better color brightness and a wider color gamut. This projector was first available for purchase in December 2005 and has been by ViewSonic. The ViewSonic PJ656 projector was manufactured by Hitachi as the CP-X250. This projector was also marketed as the Dukane ImagePro 8755D.
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ViewSonic PJ656 Projector Specifications
- MSRP
- $1,099
- White Brightness
- 2,100 ANSI Lumens
- Resolution
- 1024x768
- Aspect Ratio
- 4:3 (XGA)
- Contrast
- 400:1
- Display Type
- 0.60" 3LCD Chips
- Color Processing
- 8-bit
- Video Modes
- 720p, 1080i, 576i, 480p, 480i
- Data Modes
- MAX 1600x1200
- Lamp Type
- 180W UHB bulb
- Lamp Life
- 2,000 hours / 4,000 hours
- Lamp Model
- 456-8755D Buy Replacement Lamp
- Included Lens
- 1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
- Optional Lenses
- No
- Lens Shift
- No
- Throw Distance
- 7.3' - 30.6' Calculate Throw Distance
- Image Size
- 60.00" - 300.00"
- Throw Ratio
- 1.53:1 - 1.85:1
- Projector Placement
- For a diagonal screen, place the projector lens between 10'-1" and 12'-2" from the screen.
- Digital Keystone
- Vertical only
- Projector Size
- 3.90" x 12.00" x 9.80"
- Weight
- 6.2 lbs
- Audible Noise
- 38 dB / 33 dB
- Internal Speakers
- 1.0 Watts Mono
- Power
- 290 Watts 100V - 240V
- Additional Features
- Professional presenters will appreciate the full feature set including dual RGB inputs and HDTV signal support that allow you to connect two PCs or add a high-definition video source.
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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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