Dukane Imagepro 8973wa Lcd Projector Specifications

							Convenient and easy to use installation 
projector with advanced technology  
and 5,500 ANSI lumens brightness in  
a low profile design.
Key Features
■  WXGA 1280 x 800 resolution
■  5,500 ANSI lumens white/color output
■  16 watt audio output
■  3000:1 contrast ratio
■  HDMI 2 inputs
■  20,000 hours hybrid filter*
■  3,000 hours lamp life (Eco mode)**
■  Picture by Picture
8973WA
Dukane’s installation-friendly 8973WA LCD projector is designed to provide 
maximum presentation impact in mid to large venue applications. It offers 
a versatile array of innovative, performance-enhancing features along with 
advanced video display technology providing bold, brilliant colors with 
incredible image clarity and uniformity. Plus, with motorized zoom, focus and 
superior lens shift, and a variety of lens options, the 8973WA is at the top of 
its class when it comes to installation flexibility. All this, and with a lower cost 
of ownership. For added peace of mind, Dukane’s 8973WA is also backed by 
a generous warranty and our world-class service and support programs. 
8973WA LCD Projector
DUKANE CORP 
Audio Visual Products  
2900 Dukane Drive, St. Charles, Illinois 60174 
Toll-free: 888-245-1966 
• Fax: 630-584-5156 
E-mail: [email protected] 
www.dukane.com/av 
						

							STANDARD FEATURES
UNIQUE FEATURES
Perfect Fit 2Enables the user to adjust individual corners and sides 
independent of one another. Perfect Fit 2 provides vertical 
and horizontal digital correction of either barrel or pin 
cushion distortions. This feature helps correct geometric and 
complicated distortions. Perfect Fit 2 allows the projected image 
to fit correctly to the screen quickly and easily. 
DICOM® Simulation ModeImages in DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in 
Medicine) Mode are reproduced with an advanced grayscale 
level. This mode is ideal for viewing grayscale medical images 
such as X-rays, and for training and educational purposes.
These projectors are not approved medical devices. They 
should not be used for actual medical diagnosis.
Center Lens DesignThis feature makes it easy to align the projector with the center 
of the screen for faster and trouble-free setup.
Drawing Function with Optional Tablet (TB-1)The optional Dukane wireless tablet and pen allows you to 
engage your audience by annotating over images shown on 
the projector.
Multiple Lens OptionsIn addition to the one ML703 middle throw standard lens,  
four optional lenses are available: FL701 fixed; SL702 short 
throw; LL704 long throw; and UL705 ultra-long throw.
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Motorized Zoom, Focus and Lens   
 Shift ControlAllows for greater range of installation possibilities. With the 
motorized function you can make fine adjustments through  
the remote control or RS232/IP device.
Display via USBSimply plug and play using the USB port instead of the 15-pin 
D-sub VGA cable. 
Network Control, Maintenance and  
 SecurityEmbedded networking gives you the ability to manage and 
control multiple projectors over your LAN. Features include 
scheduling of events, centralized reporting, image transfer and 
e-mail alerts for reactive and routine maintenance.
PC-Less PresentationBy using a USB memory stick or other storage device, you 
can use the projector without a computer. Menus are easy 
to see with a thumbnail display. Additionally there is also a 
slideshow function.
PJMessengerPJMessenger function allows you to send and display text 
messages and audio alerts on your networked projectors. It 
is an easy and efficient way to send announcements out to 
multiple units.
Present Content via LANDukane’s suite of networking software allows you to easily 
send content directly from your PC to the projector via your 
LAN connection.
Wireless Presentation ReadyYou can use a wireless network by connecting the projector 
to a computer using the optional USB wireless adapter part 
number USBWL11N. The adapter supports IEEE802.11b/g 
and the latest 11n.Picture By PictureDukane’s picture by picture enables the content from two input 
sources to be displayed simultaneously, side by side on one 
screen. With such flexibility, the input source can originate from 
different locations such as PC x 2 or video x 2, or PC x 1 and 
video x 1, with both images sharing equal screen size.  
This feature is also ideal for teleconferencing applications.
360º RotationDisplay rotation of 360º for creative applications and greater 
installation flexibility.
Status MonitorWith Dukane’s status monitor, you’ll have access in real time 
to projector diagnostics. Status updates include configuration 
information, maintenance history, as well as error and alarm 
messaging. For even greater user convenience, the status 
monitor can be accessed on the rear input panel or through 
the Dukane network tools software.
8973WA LCD Projector
*   Actual filter life will vary by individual filter and based on envir\
 onmental conditions, selected operating mode, user settings and usage. Hours of average filter life specified are not guaranteed and do not constitute part of the product warranty.**   Actual lamp life will vary by individual lamp and based on envir onmental conditions, selected operating mode, user settings and usage. Hours of average lamp life specified are not guaranteed and do not constitute part of the product or 
lamp warranty. Lamp brightness decreases over time.
DUKANE CORP 
Audio Visual Products  
2900 Dukane Drive, St. Charles, Illinois 60174 
Toll-free: 888-245-1966 
• Fax: 630-584-5156 
E-mail: [email protected] 
www.dukane.com/av                                         
						

							Quality, reliability and installation 
convenience.
From mid-size to very large auditoriums and 
conference halls, Dukane’s 8973WA LCD projector 
is the perfect solution. With 5,500 ANSI lumens 
brightness and WXGA 1280 x 800 resolution, the 
8973WA will deliver dynamic images guaranteed 
to dazzle any audience. Incorporating Dukane’s 
leading-edge technology, the 8973WA features 
high contrast ratio, long lamp life, a variety of lens 
options to accommodate your specific application, 
and is wireless presentation ready. Plus, embedded 
networking gives you the ability to manage and 
control multiple projectors over your LAN (scheduling 
of events, centralized reporting, image transfer, 
and e-mail alerts). Even with the array of advanced 
features, Dukane’s 8973WA is designed for user-
friendly operation and installation convenience.
8973WA
Side ProfileRear View
Top View
 
Front 3/4 View 
Input/Outputs
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1. Status Monitor2. L AN 3. USB Type A x 24. USB Type B5. Composite Video6. HDMI x 27. Audio in 3
8. Computer in 29. Computer in 110. Audio in 111. Audio in 212 . Security  Bar13 . Monitor  Out14 . Component
15 . Kensington  Lock16 . Audio  Out17. S-Video18 . Remote  Control19. Control  (RS-323C)20. AC  Inlet2 1. Remote  Sensor
8973WA LCD Projector
DUKANE CORP 
Audio Visual Products  
2900 Dukane Drive, St. Charles, Illinois 60174 
Toll-free: 888-245-1966 
• Fax: 630-584-5156 
E-mail: [email protected] 
www.dukane.com/av
5 Year WarrantyClosed Captioning3LCD Technology 
						

							*   Actual lamp life will vary by individual lamp and based on environmental conditions, selected operating mode, user settings and usage. H\
ours of average lamp life specified are not guaranteed and do not constitute part of the product or lamp warranty. Lamp brightness decreases over time.**   Actual filter life will vary by individual filter and based on envir\
onmental conditions, selected operating mode, user settings and usage. H\
ours of average filter life specified are not guaranteed and do not constitute part of the product warranty.
Accessories and Lenses
Supplied  
AccessoriesRemote control, power cord, computer 
cable, one standard ML703 lens, lens 
cover, user's manual, security label, 
application CD, adapter cover
Optional  
Accessories TB-1 wireless USB tablet, 
 
USBWL11N USB wireless adapter
Optional Lenses 4 optional lenses are available: FL701, 
SL702, LL704, UL705
Replacement Parts
Lamp4 5 6 - 8 971
Remote Control HL02801
Filter U X 3 8 241
Specifications
Display
Projection Technology 3LCD, 3 chip technology
Resolution WXGA 1280 x 800
White Light Output 5,500 ANSI lumens
Color Light Output 5,500 ANSI lumens
Colors 16.7 million colors
Aspect Ratio Native 16:10 and 4:3 / 16:9 compatible
Contrast Ratio 3000 : 1 (using active IRIS)
Throw Ratio   
(distance : width) 1.5 - 3.0:1
(with standard lens)
Lens & Operation
Lens
F = 2.4 – 4.8 mm / x 2.0 digital zoom, focus & lens shift
Lamp Wattage 330W
Expected Lamp Life* Approximately 2,500 hours (standard mode)  
3,000 hours (Eco mode)
Expected Filter Life** Approximately 20,000 hours
Speaker Output 16W (8W x 2)
Acoustic Noise Level 37 dB (31 dB in Eco mode)
Keystone +/- 35º with standard lens
Compatibility
ComputerVGA, SVGA, XGA, WXGA, WXGA+/SXGA/WSXGA+/UXGA 
(compressed), MAC 16"
H-Sync 31.5 kHz - 106 kHz
V-Sync 56 Hz - 120 Hz
Composite Video NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-M, -N, SECAM
Component Video 480i, 480p, 576i, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
HDMI 480i, 480p, 576i, 720p, 1080i, 1080p,   
Computer signal TMDS Clock 27 MHz - 150 MHz
Connectors
Digital Input HDMI x 2 (HDCP compliant)
Computer Input 1 15-pin mini D-sub x 1
Computer Input 2 BNC x 5
Computer Monitor Output 15-pin mini D-sub x 1
Video Input
     S-Video Mini DIN 4-pin x 1
     Composite Video RCA jack x 1
     Component Video RCA jack x 3, 15-pin mini D-sub x 1 (shared with computer In 1)
BNC x 3 (shared with computer In 2)
Audio Input 3.5 mm stereo mini jack x 2, RCA jack (L /R) x 1
Audio Output RCA jack (L /R) x 1
Network LAN Wired RJ-45 port (10 base-T / 100 base-T X) 
Network LAN Wireless USB-A, IEEE802.11 b/g/n - optional wireless adapter required
USB Type A x 2 (PC-less presentation, wireless adapter)  
Type B x 1 (USB display or mouse control)
Control Terminals 9-pin D-sub x 1 (RS-232 control)
Ratings & Warranty
Power SupplyAC100-120V / AC220-240V,  50/60Hz
Power Consumption 480W
Operating Temperature 32ºF - 113ºF (0ºC - 45ºC)
Dimensions ( W x D x H) 19.6" x 15.6" x 5.3" (without lens) / Shipping 19.6" x 15.6" x 5.3"
Weight approx. 19.39 lbs. / Shipping 19.39 lbs.
Approvals UL 60950-1 / cUL FCC Part 15 subpart B class A
Warranty Five (5) year limited warranty plus Dukane’s 1 year Peace of 
Mind Loaner Program
UPC 6 0 519 4 0 0 28 5
Projection Throw Chart
Screen Size  16:10Throw Distance
DiagonalWidthMinMax
30 253978
60 5178154
80 68104 206
100 85129 257
150 127194385
200 170259513
250
212 323 6 41
300254388769
Throw Ratio: 1.5 - 3.0 : 1 (distance : width)Screen size and throw distance are measured in inches   
with standard lens ML703.
Projection Lens Chart
Lens Inches Meters
ML703 129 - 257 3.3 - 6.5
FL701 71
1. 8
SL702102 - 154 2.6 - 3.9
LL704 244 - 415 6.2 - 10.5
UL705
415 - 705 10.5 - 17.9
Projection distances measured in inches and meters with standard lens 
and optional lenses when projecting onto a 100" diagonal screen.
8973WA
8973WA LCD Projector
DUKANE CORP 
Audio Visual Products  
2900 Dukane Drive, St. Charles, Illinois 60174 
Toll-free: 888-245-1966 
• Fax: 630-584-5156 
E-mail: [email protected] 
www.dukane.com/av
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