Proxima Dp8400x Projector Specifications

							DP8400x/DP8500xinstallation & integration projectors
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Native Resolution • XGA (1024 x 768)Display Technology • 0.99 polysilicon TFT with micro lens array
Input Sources   • Computer Sources: Computer 1 (M1-D), 
Computer 2 (DSUB-15), Computer 3 (5xBNC)
•Audio Inputs (Computer): Mini-jack x 2
•Video Sources: Video 1 (Component RCA), 
Video 2 (S-Video), Video 3 (Composite RCA), 
Component via BNC (Computer 3)
•Audio Inputs (Video): Stereo RCA jack (shared)Output Sources (standard) • Audio mini-jack, monitor loop through, wired remoteComputer Compatibility • VGA – UXGA
Video Compatibility • NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-M,N, PAL60
•SDTV: 525i (480i), 525p (480p), 625i (575i)
•HDTV: 750p (720p @ 60Hz), 1125i 
(1080i @50/60Hz, 1035i @ 60Hz)
Brightness •3500 (DP8400x) max ANSI lumens (2800 whisper mode)
4500 (DP8500x) max ANSI lumens (3600 whisper mode)Brightness Uniformity • 85%Contrast Ratio • 750:1 full on/full of fNumber of Colors • 16.7 millionH-Synch Range • 15 – 91 kHzV-Synch Range • 50 – 120 HzDot Clock  • 160 MHzLens Shift • 10:0 – 1:1 motorized ver tical lens shiftDigital Keystone Correction •+/- 5˚ Horizontal and +/- 15˚ Ver tical
Projection Lens (standard) • Zoom Ratio: 1.5:1
•Throw Ratio: 1.5 – 2.2:1
•Minimum Projection Distance: 3 ft/0.9 m
•Maximum Projection Distance: 45.5 ft/13.9 m
•Image of fset ratio (%): on axis to 100% of fset
Optional Fixed Shor t  • Zoom Ratio: N/A
Throw Lens • Throw Ratio: 0.8:1
•Minimum Projection Distance: 3 ft/0.9 m
•Maximum Projection Distance: 12 ft/3.7 m
•Image of fset ratio (%): on axis
Optional Shor t Throw  • Zoom Ratio: 1.3:1
Zoom Lens • Throw Ratio: 1.1 – 1.5:1
•Minimum Projection Distance: 2 ft/0.6 m
•Maximum Projection Distance: 30.5 ft/9.3 m
•Image of fset ratio (%): on axis to 100% of fset
Optional Long Throw  • Zoom Ratio: 1.7:1
Zoom Lens • Throw Ratio: 2.2 – 4.1:1
•Minimum Projection Distance: 4.2 ft/1.3 m
•Maximum Projection Distance: 83.2 ft/25.4 m 
•Image of fset ratio (%): on axis to 100% of fset
Optional Ultra Long  • Zoom Ratio: 1.8:1
Throw Zoom Lens • Throw Ratio:  3.9 – 7.3:1
•Minimum Projection Distance: 7.5 ft/2.3 m
•Maximum ProjectionDistance: 146.5 ft/44.7 m
•Image of fset ratio (%): on axis to 100% of fsetAspect Ratio •4:3 native (suppor ts 5:4, 16:9)Image size (diagonal) • 15 – 500/38 cm – 1270 cmProjection Methods • Front, rear and ceilingAudio • 2x1-watt stereoMouse Control • USB via M1 Projector Control • RS-232 (9-pin DSUB)
Lamp • 275W UHB 2000 hrs (8400x), 
320W UHB 2000 hrs(8500x)
Dimensions (standard) • 16.5 (W) x 12.2 (L) x 6.3 (H)
420 mm (W) x 310 mm (L) x 160 mm (H)Weight (standard) • 17 lbs (7.7 Kg)Power Supply • 100 – 240V at 50 – 60 Hz; auto switchingOperating Temperature • 10 – 35˚ C at sea level (0 – 7,500); 50 – 95˚ FPower Consumption •430 watts
Menu Languages • English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, 
Por tuguese, Italian, Nor wegian, Russian, Simplified 
Chinese, Traditional ChineseAudible Noise • 40dB (standard mode); 36dB (whisper mode)Approvals • FCC A, UL/cUL, CE, TUVLamp Warranty • 90 days or 500 hours, whichever comes firstProduct Warranty • 2 years par ts and laborAccessor y Warranty • 1 year
*Actual lamp life may var y based on the ambient environment.  Conditions that may 
af fect lamp life include temperature, altitude, rapidly switching the projector on 
and of f, and switching between standard and whisper power modes.
PROJECTION DISTANCES
Standard—Throw Ratio 1.5 - 2.2:1Minimum Image Maximum ImageDistance Diagonal Image Image Width Diagonal Image Image WidthFeet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet MetersMIN DISTANCE 3 0.9 1.70 0.52 1.36 0.42 2.50 0.76 2.00 0.6151.5 2.84 0.87 2.27 0.69 4.17 1.27 3.33 1.0210 3.0 5.68 1.73 4.55 1.39 8.33 2.54 6.67 2.0315 4.6 8.52 2.60 6.82 2.08 12.50 3.81 10.00 3.0520 6.1 11.36 3.46 9.09 2.77 16.67 5.08 13.33 4.0625 7.6 14.20 4.33 11.36 3.46 20.83 6.35 16.67 5.0830 9.1 17.05 5.20 13.64 4.16 25.00 7.62 20.00 6.1035 10.7 19.89 6.06 15.91 4.85 29.17 8.89 23.33 7.1140 12.2 22.73 6.93 18.18 5.54 33.33 10.16 26.67 8.13MAX DISTANCE 45.5 13.9 25.85 7.88 20.68 6.30 37.92 11.56 30.33 9.25
Shor t Fixed—Throw Ratio 0.8:1Image SizeDistance Diagonal Image Image WidthFeet Meters Feet Meters Feet MetersMIN DISTANCE 3 0.9 4.69 1.43 3.75 1.1451.5 7.81 2.38 6.25 1.9110 3.0 15.63 4.76 12.50 3.81MAX DISTANCE 12 3.7 18.75 5.72 15.00 4.57
Shor t Zoom—Throw Ratio 1.1 - 1.5:1Minimum Image Maximum ImageDistance Diagonal Image Image Width Diagonal Image Image Width
Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters
Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet MetersMIN DISTANCE 2 0.6 1.67 0.51 1.33 0.41 2.27 0.69 1.82 0.5551.5 4.17 1.27 3.33 1.02 5.68 1.73 4.55 1.3910 3.0 8.33 2.54 6.67 2.03 11.36 3.46 9.09 2.7715 4.6 12.50 3.81 10.00 3.05 17.05 5.20 13.64 4.1620 6.1 16.67 5.08 13.33 4.06 22.73 6.93 18.18 5.5425 7.6 20.83 6.35 16.67 5.08 28.41 8.66 22.73 6.93MAX DISTANCE 30.5 9.3 25.42 7.75 20.33 6.20 34.66 10.56 27.73 8.45
Long Zoom—Throw Ratio 2.2 - 4.1:1Minimum Image Maximum ImageDistance Diagonal Image Image Width Diagonal Image Image WidthFeet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet MetersMIN DISTANCE 4.2 1.3 1.28 0.39 1.02 0.31 2.39 0.73 1.91 0.5810 3.0 3.05 0.93 2.44 0.74 5.68 1.73 4.55 1.3920 6.1 6.10 1.86 4.88 1.49 11.36 3.46 9.09 2.7730 9.1 9.15 2.79 7.32 2.23 17.05 5.20 13.64 4.1640 12.2 12.20 3.72 9.76 2.97 22.73 6.93 18.18 5.5460 18.3 18.29 5.58 14.63 4.46 34.09 10.39 27.27 8.31MAX DISTANCE 83.2 25.4 25.37 7.73 20.29 6.19 47.27 14.41 37.82 11.53
Ultra Long Zoom—Throw Ratio 3.9 - 7.3:1Minimum Image Maximum ImageDistance Diagonal Image Image Width Diagonal Image Image WidthFeet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet MetersMIN DISTANCE 7.5 2.3 1.28 0.39 1.03 0.31 2.40 0.73 1.92 0.5925 7.6 4.28 1.30 3.42 1.04 8.01 2.44 6.41 1.9550 15.2 8.56 2.61 6.85 2.09 16.03 4.88 12.82 3.9175 22.9 12.84 3.91 10.27 3.13 24.04 7.33 19.23 5.86100 30.5 17.12 5.22 13.70 4.18 32.05 9.77 25.64 7.82125 38.1 21.40 6.52 17.12 5.22 40.06 12.21 32.05 9.77MAX DISTANCE 146.5 44.7 25.09 7.65 20.07 6.12 46.96 14.31 37.56 11.45 
						

							DP8400x/
DP8500x
installation & integration projectors
High-per formance installation—innovative ease of use.
THE POWER OF PERFECT PROJECTION 
Four optional user-replaceable bayonet lenses of fering throw ratios from 0.8 to 7.2:1
allow versatility for any venue and can be changed in three easy steps. Native XGA
resolution, 750:1 contrast ratio, and 3500 lumens (DP8400x) or 4500 lumens
(DP8500x), combine to deliver images that are captivating and compelling. 
THE POWER TO UPGRADE 
The DP8400x and DP8500x are solutions-enabled—of fering seamless integration with
network and wireless applications so you can upgrade to networking, presentation
management, and wireless solutions with ease. 
THE POWER TO CONNECT 
Experience seamless compatibility with connectivity that suppor ts three
separate PC and three separate video sources. Control your projector via
RS-232 or TCP/IP inter faces. Connect analog and digital sources with
suppor t for HDTV and computer sources up to UXGA resolution.
BNC connectors make for secure, professional installations.
THE POWER OF INNOVATION 
User-focused innovations—based on years of research
—enable intuitive use. Features designed for both
IT and end-users allow for trouble-free projector
use and management.  
						

							THE POWER OF TOTAL CONFIDENCE
With an array of options and control features,
the DP8400x and DP8500x give you flexibility
in a platform you can upgrade to wireless or
PC-based control. Upward compatibility of fers
a rich, stay-on-top-of-technology future that
includes laptop and wireless control. Gain total
reliability for the high-per formance demands
and the flexibility of installation in a variety of
large-venue applications, including auditoriums,
outdoor stages, and concer t halls.
ILLUMINATING IMAGES
Illuminate large training rooms, conference
centers, classrooms and houses of worship
with stellar brightness and image quality.
Power zoom, focus and lens shift, plus
horizontal and ver tical keystone correction
provide the highest level of professional
installation per formance and control. Together with the DP8400x’s 3500 and the
DP8500x’s 4500 lumens of brightness, that
means brilliant projected images that persuade,
awe, and amaze even the largest audiences.
VERSATILE 
PRESENTATION OPTIONS
The DP8400x & DP8500x are high-per formance
installation projectors designed to integrate
into any room with presentation flexibility and
innovative ease of use. Add either to your
network right out 
of the box with
ProjectorNet
™by
InFocus
®Corporation,
and manage all your assets from a single PC.
Users can gain complete control from their
laptop with InFocus ProjectorManager,
™a free
application that turns any PC into an advanced
projector remote control. Adjust settings,
switch sources, even access power
management controls and presentation
collaboration tools. Both projectors are also
compatible with the InFocus LiteShow
®wireless
solution, the first cable-free digital projection
solution of its kind. No unplugging and plugging
cables to switch between presenters. Just
simple wireless collaboration.
UNIQUE OPTIONS
Four optional user-replaceable bayonet lenses
can be changed without hassle—so a dif ferent
lens is just three easy steps away. Just remove
two screws from the front bezel, push and twist.
It’s that easy. The lamp can be replaced even
while the unit is mounted, allowing for simple
maintenance. Plus, compatibility with multiple
video and data sources ensures smooth set up
and trouble-free presentations for users, and a
minimum of ser vice calls for IT and other
suppor t staf f.
INNOVATION FOR PERFORMANCE
Incorporating years of usability research, the
ease-of-use philosophy we call ProjectAbility
makes projection easier. ProjectAbility lets you
take advantage of your Proxima projector from
the moment you take it out of the box. Color-
coded connectors make hooking up to any
source easy, even for first-time users. Choose
the exact function you need with just one touch
at the top of the projector. It’s all clearly
labeled. Our intuitive keypad of fers instant-
display, one-touch access for the most
common commands. Combining features and
design that benefit the installer, IT manager
and presenter, the DP8400x or DP8500x are
solid choices you can stake your reputation on.
DP8400x/DP8500x
Digital Computer
Audio In
Audio Out
Analog Computer
Composite Video
S-Video Monitor Loop-Through
Component Video 
						

							WIRELESS FREEDOM 
FOR PROJECTORS.
LiteShow delivers high-resolution,
true-color clarity with fast image
updates and smooth, jitter-free
images. It’s built on industr y-
standard Wi-Fi (802.11b)
technology and is compatible 
with both PC and Mac operating
systems. LiteShow is a secure
wireless solution. Industr y-
standard 128-bit data encr yption
and robust connection authenti-
cation procedures ensure that
data transmission and future
product upgrades are as secure
and reliable as a projector cable.
THE FAMILY OF 
PERFORMANCE
Experience the brilliant power of
the new Proxima family of projec-
tors; DP8200x, DP8400x and the
DP8500x.  Each is a unique,
high-per formance installation
projector that is designed to
integrate into any room across
the entire enterprise with power ful
options, innovative ease of use
and availability at a price you
cant resist. Unsurpassed flexibility
in a revolutionar y package makes
them easy to project per fectly-
when it counts the most.
installation & integration projectors
OUR COMMITMENT
Our dedication to quality and customer
satisfaction is reflected in ser vice options
that will bring you a greater return on your
investment. Proxima projectors come with a
standard two-year limited factory warranty,
including par ts and labor, and a 90-day lamp
replacement. Our customer suppor t of fers you
premium ser vice and convenience, whatever
your needs.
For ser vice program details in your region,
please visit: www.infocus.com/service/
service_offerings
Ships Standard With
•User Manual, Quick star t guide and CD
•AV cable (3 x RCA)
•RGB PC cable
•Power Cord
•M1 cable
•Remote control (batteries included)
Optional LensesLENS-022 SHORT-THROW FIXED [0.8:1]
LENS-023 SHORT-THROW ZOOM [1.1-1.5:1]
LENS-024 LONG-THROW ZOOM [2.2-4.1:1]
LENS-025 ULTRA LONG-THROW ZOOM [3.9-7.3:1]
Optional AccessoriesCA-ATA-018 ATA CASE, DP8400X/8500X
SP-LAMP-015 LAMP, DP8400X
SP-LAMP-016 LAMP, DP8500X
SP-CEIL-010 CEILING MOUNT, DP8400X/8500X
SP-LTMT-PLT CEILING PLATE, LITEMOUNT
SP-LTMT-EXTP  LM+EXTENSION ARM 26-47
SP-VGAEXT50-D VGA 50FT CABLE/LINE AMP EXTENSION
SOLUTION-DOMESTIC
SP-VGAEXT50-I VGA 50FT CABLE/LINE AMP EXTENSION
SOLUTION-INTERNATIONAL
SP-AV30 AUDIO/VIDEO CABLE, 30
HW-DLXSCRN DELUXE INSTRA-THEATRE SCREEN, 60
HW-WALLSCR84 MANUAL WALL/CEILING 84 SCREEN
HW-RF-POCKTPNT POCKETPOINT RF REMOTE (US only)
HW-PRESENTER PRESENTATION REMOTE
HW-CONDUCTOR+ CONDUCTOR+ REMOTE