Canon Xeed Sx50 Multimedia Projector Specifications

							SXGA+. 
Now in a compact form.MULTIMEDIA PROJECTORS 
						

							Project your business.
Breakthrough resolution. Breakthrough brightness and contrast. Breakthrough 
size. 70 years of Canon optical heritage distilled into a single defining moment.
The extraordinary SXGA+ XEED SX50 – setting new projection standards against
which others can only be compared.
SEAMLESS MOVING IMAGES
LCOS panels operate at a double frame
speed to deliver flicker free, high quality,
seamless movie and video viewing. 
BRIGHTER PROJECTION
Canon combines leading-edge technologies
to deliver 2,500 lumens brightness – more
than enough power to show midday
presentations and movies without having 
to draw the curtains, and perfect for large
screen projection. Canon’s unique AISYS
technology optimises the light path to
prevent lamp-light loss, while the projector
lens elements have special coatings to limit
harmful reflections that can wash out
images. Canon’s LCOS panels are also super
efficient, reflecting appreciably more light
toward the screen than conventional
transmission type panels. 
OUTSTANDING CONTRAST
Key to the quality of any projected image 
is contrast – the ratio between light and dark
areas. Low contrast images look washed 
out and flat. A drawback of traditional 
LCOS technology is its tendency to produce
low contrast results. With its supremely
efficient AISYS technology, the XEED SX50
overcomes this limitation to deliver an
incredible 1000:1 contrast ratio for rich,
deep tones, true blacks in dark areas 
and stunning detail in light areas.
1. LCD technology
2. XEED LCOS technology
XGA (Transmissive LCD)
XEED SXGA+ (LCOS)
QUALITY – WITHOUT COMPROMISE
Canon’s XEED SX50 explodes convention.
Traditional LCOS projector technology has
always forced a compromise between
brightness, contrast and size. With the
development of XEED SX50’s revolutionary
AISYS (Aspectual Illumination System)
technology, Canon’s engineers put an 
end to concession, delivering outstanding
SXGA+ resolution, 2,500 lumens and a
1000:1 contrast ratio – all in an incredibly
compact body.
READ THE FINE PRINT
Professional presentations demand
professional levels of fine detail, which is
why XEED SX50 boasts SXGA+ resolution.
Generally only found in much larger, 
heavier, fixed projectors, SXGA+ can display
3.1 times more pixels than SVGA and 
1.9 times more than XGA. This makes 
it possible to clearly display highly detailed
images, such as CAD drawings, technical
data, designs, accounting data and
multiple windows.
WHEN RESOLUTION 
IS NOT ENOUGH
Outstanding resolution is crucial to show the
level of fine detail your audience deserves.
But regardless of pixel density, excessive
gaps between pixels will give your picture 
a granular appearance; as if covered in a 
fine mesh. Unlike conventional LCD
projectors, XEED SX50 uses LCOS (Liquid
Crystal on Silicon) panels. With virtually no
gap between pixels, they help the XEED SX50
to reproduce beautifully faithful, superb
quality images.
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							…IS 70 YEARS OF 
CANON OPTICAL HERITAGE
For the last 70 years, Canon’s optical engineers have
been at the forefront of imaging and lens development,
relentlessly pursuing advances in optical technologies.
As well as the XEED SX50’s new AISYS optical system,
this commitment to research has led to a new projection
lens. Its 1.7x zoom achieves strong magnification with
little distortion throughout the zoom range, while two
aspherical elements eliminate aberrations, for high
corner-to-corner contrast. 
Behind every 
great presentation…
COLOURS AS YOU SEE THEM
A key component of the revolutionary AISYS optical
system is Canon’s Pure Colour Processing. It optimises 
the design of the optical system components to
accurately separate light into its three primary colours –
Red Green and Blue – and to then faithfully process each
colour individually, using three dedicated LCOS panels.
The result is fantastically clear and true colours,
reproduced with high contrast and exceptional 
colour balance.
COMPACT, LIGHT AND ECONOMICAL
By combining its own AISYS technologies and LCOS
panels, Canon has been able to create an exceptionally
small SXGA+ projector, with a price tag to match its
diminutive size.
4/5/6. 
Advances in optical technologies have more
than halved the required distances between
components. This allows a major reduction in 
overall size and weight, while dramatically
improving performance and image quality.  1/2/3. 
Canon’s advanced AISYS technology dramatically
shortens the requisite focal distance. The focal
distance of competing manufacturers’ systems
is more than twice as long. The AISYS system 
keeps distances between components shorter
and component sizes smaller making it more 
efficient and improving on the light intensity.
*Polarization Beam Splitter
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AISYS 
illumination systemCompeting manufacturer’s 
illumination systemXEED SX50’s PBS* (left) and
competing manufacturers PBS*
XEED SX50’s 
optical systemComparison with competing
manufacturers
SXGA+ optical systemComparison with competing
manufacturers
SXGA+ model
Focal distanceFocal distance 
						

							Making life easy.
THE PERFECT ANGLE 
FOR YOUR PRESENTATION
The XEED SX50 can be tilted up or down
with one hand, and Keystone corrections
of +/- 20 degrees both horizontally and
vertically can be made easily. The 1.7x
zoom lens not only allows for flexible
placement, its wide-angle projection
capability permits large image projection,
even in small spaces.
QUIET PLEASE
The XEED SX50 is a lot quieter too, due 
to a more efficient illumination system,
which means less cooling is required. 
BE IN TOTAL CONTROL
The remote control is designed to make
ease-of-use a top priority. Its illuminated
buttons are grouped for simple operating
and even includes a spotlight function 
to draw the audience’s attention to a
specific place on the presentation screen. 
The XEED SX50’s ‘Human Centred Design’ is integral to the
projector. Every aspect of the menu structure is designed with
the user in mind for fast, instinctive operation. You won’t
need a degree in computer science to get your presentations
working just the way you want them. Even the air exhaust
points away from the audience so they won’t be distracted
while you get your point across. 
						

							PRESENTATION MODES
To provide you with the best balance 
of image settings for each style of
presentation, the XEED SX50 has easily
selectable modes. Standard Mode
provides the perfect balance of settings
for every-day use. Dynamic Mode outputs
the maximum light quantity possible
with respect to the other projector
settings. Cinema Mode is perfectly suited
for enjoying movies, ‘stretching’ the black
end of the gamma curve to bring out
more detail in the dark areas, and shifting
white balance to provide a warmer hue.
The final of the four modes available is
sRGB, which sets colours to the standard
sRGB colours. As a standard colour
space, sRGB provides consistency 
with other sRGB compliant systems, 
so you can be confident colours are 
reproduced accurately. 
PROGRESSIVE SCANNING
Progressive Scanning will help you
produce a vivid picture and give 
your audience optimum viewing. 
By creating smoother movement, clear
diagonal lines and super-sharp titles, 
it is perfect for film, video and even 
High Definition images.
CUSTOMISE YOUR COLOURS
The Customisable Image Registration
enables you to manually control specific
hues of colour while keeping images
razor sharp. 6-axis colour adjustment
enables individual adjustment for each 
of RGB and CMY colours, for precise 
and complete control over colour
specification – a must for any 
design company.
Intelligent images.
Whatever presentations you have in mind the
image modes available with the XEED SX50
will help bring them to life.
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1. Image before using colour adjustment
2. 6-Axis Colour Adjustment Function
3. Image after using colour adjustment
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4. Interlaced Scanning
5. Flicker-free Progressive Scanning 
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							Remote 
Controller Soft Case Computer 
Connection CableComponent 
Cable USB Cable
Ceiling AttachmentReplacement Lamp
The advanced connectivity available with the XEED SX50
means you can easily connect and project information
from just about any device you might think of – whether
it is your laptop, a VCR, DVD player or any other multi-
media device. HD is supported through both the DVI
and the Component Video connectors found on the side
Complete Connectivity.
The advanced connectivity available with the XEED SX50
means you can easily connect and project.
Canon’s genuine projector accessories include a remote
control unit and various input and output cables for
connection to different devices or for use with the
wireless mouse function. An optional Ceiling Attachement
is also available for more permanent projector installation.
Accessories.
IMAGE
1. S-terminal mini DIN4
S-video
2. RCA 1
Composite video
3. DVI-I (29-pin)
Digital RGB
Analogue RGB
4. Mini Dsub15
Analogue RGB
Component video
Analogue RGB output
CONTROL
5. Service Port
Projector control
6. USB Port
Mouse control
AUDIO
(The built-in speaker 
provides only mono output.)
7. Mini-pin jack (in)
Stereo
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
INBOX ACCESSORIES
of the unit. XEED SX50 will project a full 720p HD
without the need for image compression. The analogue
RGB Out is ideal for external monitor connection and
projection. You can also customise your XEED SX50 
to project your own personal logo at the start of your
session, for a professional start to every presentation.
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							TYPE 
Product Type  Projector
Product Class  Ultra portable
Imaging Device  Reflective LCD panel
LCD PANEL
Driving System Active matrix
Size, Number 0.7 type, aspect ratio 4:3, 3 panels
Number of Pixels 1,470,000 (1400 x 1050, SXGA+)
OPTICS
System Dichroic mirror/PBS colour separating and mixing
Light Source 200 W UHP
Projection Lens Configuration 11 groups 12 elements
F Number, Focal Length F1.85 – 2.5, f=22.0 – 37.0mm
Zoom, Focus 1.7x hand-operated, hand-operated
Lens Shift  9:1  fixed
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Brightness 2500 Lumens (Silent Mode 2000 Lumens)
Uniformity 85%
Contrast Ratio 1000:1 (all white: all black)
Projection Distance Coverage 1.2 to 9.0m (100: 3.0 to 5.1 m)
Screen Size 40 (0.81 x 0.61m) to 300 (6.10 x 4.57m)
Digital Zoom 1– x144 (area ratio)
Keystone Correction Range ±20 degrees up/down direction
±20 degrees right/left direction
IMAGES SIGNALS
Digital RGB  D-SXGA+/D-SXGA/D-XGA/D-SVGA/D-VGA
Analog RGB  UXGA (compressed)/SXGA+/SXGA/XGA/SVGA/VGA
Composite/S-video NTSC/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N
IMAGES SIGNALS
Component 1080i/1035i/720p/575p/575i/480p/480i
Scan Frequency  H: 15 to 100 kHz, V: 50 to 100 Hz, Dot clock: 170 MHz
MECHANICS
Adjustment Foot To slant body with max 10°
Built-in Speaker 1 W, monaural
CONNECTORS
DVI-I Analogue RGB input /Digital RGB input
DVI HDCP NO
Mini D-sub15 Analogue RGB input/Component input/
Analogue RGB output
RCA x1 (for image) Composite input
S Terminal (mini DIN4) S-video input
Stereo Mini Jack Stereo audio input 
USB Connector  Mouse control
Service Port (mini DIN8) Projector control
RATING
Dimensions  W:284mm, D:286mm, H:96mm 
Mass 3.9kg
Rated Supply Voltage AC100 to 240 V; 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption 280W (Silent Mode 220W)
Noise 37dBA (Silent Mode 34dBA)
Ambient Temperature Range 5 to 35°C
Storage Temperature Range -10 to 60°C
Warranty 3 years (90 days for lamp)
Specifications XEED SX50
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TRUE THROWING DISTANCE
Screen Size
inches 40 100 150 176 200 300
cm 81 x 61 203 x 152 305 x 229 358 x 268 406 x 305 610 x 457
Projection 
DistanceZoom min 1.2m 3.0m  4.5m  5.3m  6.0m 9.0mZoom max 2.0m 5.1m  7.7m  9.0m – –H1 55cm 137cm 206cm 241cm 274cm 411cm
H2 6cm 15cm 23cm 27cm 31cm 46cm
Throwing Distance 9.0m
3.0m
1.2m
Max Zoom
Minimum ZoomH1
H2Screen Size
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