Casio XJ-M251 vs Casio XJ-V1
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| Casio XJ-M251 | Casio XJ-V1 MSRP $899 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | — | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.55 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 | 4:3 |
| Native resolution | 1280 × 800 | 1024 × 768 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.32–1.93:1 | 1.54–1.71:1 |
| Throw reference point | — | Lens |
| Projection distance table | 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 | 30″: 0.83–0.93 m · 40″: 1.15–1.28 m · 60″: 1.79–1.99 m · 77″: 2.33–2.59 m · 80″: 2.43–2.7 m · 100″: 3.07–3.41 m · 150″: 4.67–5.18 m · 200″: 6.27–6.95 m · 300″: 9.47–10.49 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.5× | 1.1× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Fixed offset | 83% | 72% |
| Image size range | 35–300 in | 30–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° | -30–30° |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Hybrid laser + LED | Hybrid laser + LED |
| Light source detail | Blue laser and phosphor combined with a red LED | Casio laser and LED hybrid |
| Light source life | Normal: 20,000 h | Estimated: 20,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Warm-up time | 5 s | 6 s |
| Light-source dimming | — | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | — | 2,700 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 3,000 | — |
| Claimed brightness unit | Unspecified | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 1,800:1 | 20,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 24 bitDerived | 30 bit |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 5 W | — |
| Speaker count | 1Derived | 0 |
| Audio channels | Mono | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1600 × 1200 | 1600 × 1200 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| Audio input terminals | Rca, 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 31.5–91.1 kHz | 31.5–91.1 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 56–85 Hz | 56–85 Hz |
| VGA input | Yes | Yes |
| USB media playback | — | No |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | NoDerived | No |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | — |
| Wi-Fi | NoneDerived | None |
| Ethernet | NoDerived | No |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | — |
| 3D formats | Frame sequential | — |
| Glasses included | 0 | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°CDerived | 5–35°C |
| 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 | Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 180 W | 155 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Eco off bright: 180 W · Eco 1: 145 W | Eco on level 1: 120 W · Eco off bright: 150 W |
| Standby power | 0.12 W | 0.12 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 311 mmDerived | 270 mm |
| Depth | 244 mmDerived | 270 mm |
| Height | 84.1 mmDerived | 88.5 mm |
| Weight | 3.9 kgDerived | 2.81 kg |
| Colours / finishes | White | White |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M3 · Count: 3 · Insert depth mm: 5–7 | Thread: M4 · Screw qty: 4 · Insert depth mm: 5–8 |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| Light-source warranty | 3 years or 6,000 hours, whichever comes first | 5 years or 10,000 hours |
| User manual | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_8251.pdf | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_8819.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote control, Vga cable, Power cord, Setup guide | Remote control, Power cord, Rgb cable, Warranty card |
| Remote type | — | IR |
| 3D glasses in box | 0 | — |