Casio XJ-A252 vs Casio XJ-M251
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| Casio XJ-A252 MSRP $1,249 | Casio XJ-M251 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | — |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.65 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Native resolution | 1280 × 800 | 1280 × 800 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.11–2.23:1Derived | 1.32–1.93:1 |
| Projection distance table | 40″: 1–1.9 m · 60″: 1.4–2.8 m · 80″: 1.9–3.8 m · 100″: 2.4–4.8 m · 150″: 3.6–7.2 m · 200″: 4.8–9.6 m | 35″: 1–1.5 m · 40″: 1.1–1.7 m · 60″: 1.7–2.5 m · 80″: 2.3–3.4 m · 100″: 2.9–4.2 m · 150″: 4.3–6.3 m · 200″: 5.8–8.4 m · 300″: 8.7–12.6 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 2× | 1.5× |
| Focus | Motorized | Manual |
| Fixed offset | — | 83% |
| Focal length | 15.9–30.8 mm | — |
| F-number | 2.29–3.09 | — |
| Image size range | 18–300 in | 35–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | — | -30–30° |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Hybrid laser + LED | Hybrid laser + LED |
| Light source detail | Laser and LED | Blue laser and phosphor combined with a red LED |
| Light source life | Rated: 20,000 h | Normal: 20,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | Unspecified |
| Warm-up time | — | 5 s |
| Brightness | ||
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Claimed brightness unit | Unspecified | Unspecified |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 1,800:1 | 1,800:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 24 bit | 24 bitDerived |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 1 W | 5 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | 1Derived |
| Audio channels | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | 1600 × 1200 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm | Rca, 3.5 mm |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–91 kHz | 31.5–91.1 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 50–85 Hz | 56–85 Hz |
| VGA input | Yes | Yes |
| USB media playback | No | — |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | — | NoDerived |
| Control ecosystem drivers | — | Crestron |
| Wi-Fi | None | NoneDerived |
| Ethernet | — | NoDerived |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | No | Yes |
| 3D formats | — | Frame sequential |
| Glasses included | — | 0 |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | 5–35°CDerived |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,000 m | 3,000 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Tilt-limited | Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 165 W | 180 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Eco level 1: 120 W · Eco level 5: 75 W · Eco off bright: 165 W · Eco off normal: 135 W | Eco off bright: 180 W · Eco 1: 145 W |
| Standby power | 0.23 W | 0.12 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 297 mm | 311 mmDerived |
| Depth | 210 mm | 244 mmDerived |
| Height | 43 mm | 84.1 mmDerived |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 3.9 kgDerived |
| Colours / finishes | — | White |
| Mount hole pattern | — | Thread: M3 · Count: 3 · Insert depth mm: 5–7 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Laser product class | Class 1 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | — | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| Light-source warranty | Warranty certificate period or 6,000 hours, whichever comes first | 3 years or 6,000 hours, whichever comes first |
| User manual | https://world.casio.com/manual/projector/ | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_8251.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Vga cable, Av cable, Carry case, Setup guide, Warranty card | Remote control, Vga cable, Power cord, Setup guide |
| 3D glasses in box | — | 0 |