Christie LW401 vs Epson EX3290
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| Christie LW401 MSRP $4,985 |  Epson EX3290MSRP $649.99 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | 3LCD |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | 3LCD |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.59 in | 0.59 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Native resolution | 1280 × 800 | 1280 × 800 |
| Pixel shift | — | None |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.5–2.2:1 | 1.44–1.95:1 |
| Projection distance table | — | 50″: 1.36–2.74 m · 100″: 2.74–5.5 m · 150″: 4.12–8.26 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Digital |
| Focus | Motorized | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | -45–155% | — |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±105% | — |
| Motorized lens shift | Yes | — |
| Focal length | — | 16.7 mm |
| F-number | — | 1.44 |
| Interchangeable lens | Yes | — |
| Image size range | 30–600 in | 33–375 in |
| Lens memory | 3 | — |
| Vertical keystone | -12–12° | -30–30° |
| Horizontal keystone | -20–20° | -30–30° |
| Corner / warp correction | 8pt | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Lamp |
| Light source detail | 245 W UHP lamp | 210 W UHE lamp (ELPLP97) |
| Lamp wattage | 245 W | 210 W |
| Light source life | Normal: 2,500 h · Eco: 4,000 h | Normal: 6,000 h · Eco: 12,000 h |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | — | 4,000 lm |
| ANSI lumens | 4,000 lm | — |
| Colour light output (CLO) | — | 4,000 lm (colour) |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 3,000:1 | 16,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Dynamic iris | — |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Picture mode memories | 4 | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 16 W | 2 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 1 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | Mono |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1600 × 1200 | 1920 × 1200 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | — | HDMI 1: HDMI; HDMI 2: HDMI |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm, Rca | — |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–106 kHz | — |
| Vertical scan frequency | 56–120 Hz | — |
| VGA input | Yes | No |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| RS-232 | Yes | No |
| LAN control | Yes | — |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Crestron | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | None |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 35 dB(A) · Eco: 29 dB(A) | Normal: 37 dB(A) · Quiet: 28 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 5–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–85%RH | — |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,048 m | 3,048 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | — |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 375 W | — |
| Power consumption by mode | — | Operating 100 120v: 349 W · Operating 220 240v: 332 W |
| Standby power | 0.35 W | 0.3 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 498 mm | 302 mm |
| Depth | 476 mm | 234 mm |
| Height | 147 mm | 77 mm |
| Weight | 8.5 kg | 2.5 kg |
| Mount hole pattern | — | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 9 |
| Air filter | — | Replaceable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | — | RG2 |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, UL, CE, CCC | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 1 yr |
| Light-source warranty | 500 hours or one year (whichever comes first) | 90-day limited lamp warranty |
| User manual | https://www.christiedigital.com/globalassets/resources/public/020-000461-02-christie-lit-man-usr-d1.pdf | https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd6/cpd65860/EN/index.html |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Power cord, Computer cable, Hdmi dvi cable, Remote, Batteries, Lens cover, User manual cd | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | IR | — |