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Ricoh PJ WX2440

Built-in lens (1.1×)

Throw Distance

1.56 – 1.72

Throw Ratio

Aspect ratio 16 : 10 — WXGA

Current TR 1.56 : 1

100^"

215 cm

134 cm

On-screen brightness

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OPTIMAL DISTANCE

Comfortable viewing in dimmed light

Projector-to-screen distance

3.5m

1.2 m

3 m

5 m

7 m

9 m

11 m

Optical Zoom

0%(1.10×)

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Ricoh PJ WX2440 (513701) projector — used

$400

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INSPECTED ◽ Passed a pre-sale check, appearance — see photos ● LIGHT SOURCE: lamp 513744 (Type 27), rated up to 6 000 h ● PACKAGE: projector, remote control, power cable

Features

Original Retail Price, USD $ Launch priceUSD What the projector cost new when it first shipped Classa high launch price meant serious materials and optics (Japanese makers didn't build cheap models) Todaythe same model — 85–90% cheaper You pay for professional optics and reliability, not for a new box.	699.00
Brand Brandmaker Why the name on the chassis matters Opticsa known brand means serious glass optics and quality control Repairlamps, parts and drivers are actually findable — it lasts for years No-namea nameless LED: no spare parts, no support, no documentation	Ricoh
Key Specifications	3100 lm, WXGA, DLP, 34 dB, 2.6 kg
Connectivity & Ports	HDMI, VGA, RS-232, RCA, Audio
Key Features	Built-in speakers, 3D support, Remote control
Market positioning	For schools and universities, For home theater, Professional
Features & Capabilities	3D support
Tags	with built-in speakers
Dimensions & Form Factor Dimensionsweight How portable or stationary the projector is Portable up to 2 kgfits in a backpack, take it anywhere Small 2–4 kgeasy to move between rooms Medium 4–7 kgstationary at home, moved occasionally Large 7–14 kgpermanent home cinema Installation 14 kg+ceiling mount, large halls	Small (2-4 kg)
Dimensions (WxHxD)	300x110x240 mm
Brand Country Brand countryengineering school Who develops the projector's technology, and where Japan› Home of key imaging tech — 3LCD and liquid-crystal micro-panels. World-class precision glass optics. For decades, the benchmark for reliable optics and mechanics. USA› Birthplace of DLP — micro-mirror chips (millions of mirrors steer the light). A school of systems for digital cinema and large installations. Belgium› A narrow but powerful school of professional systems: digital cinema, simulators, the brightest projectors for large venues. Taiwan› A strong electronics industry. Efficient, consistent production of consumer- and business-class DLP projectors at an affordable price. Brand country is the engineering school. A given unit may be assembled elsewhere — see the "Made in" field.	Japan
Made in Made inassembly country Where this unit was physically assembled Not the branda Japanese brand is often assembled at its own plants in Japan, the Philippines, Malaysia or Taiwan — this is standard practice Same qualitythe plant doesn't affect the image: optics, panel and QC follow the brand's standard The assembly country of a specific unit is printed on its rating label.	Japan
Brightness (ANSI Lumens) BrightnessANSI lumens How much light the projector outputs 1000–2000 dark room only 3000–4000 daytime with curtains drawn 5000+ visible even in daylight	3100
Color Brightness (CLO), lm Color brightnessCLO, lumens How bright the colors themselves are, not just white Color = ANSIequal figures signal 3LCD: colors don't fade, red stays red even in daylight Gapcolor below ANSI — white is bright, colors are dimmer (seen on single-chip DLP) Look at color brightness, not just the "lumens" figure on the box — it shows the real image more honestly.	3100
Native Resolution Resolutionpixels How many dots make up the image XGA 1024×768for presentations WXGA 1280×800basic home cinema Full HD 1920×1080games and Blu-ray WUXGA 1920×1200for computer work 4K 3840×2160barely visible <150″	1280x800 \| WXGA
Contrast Ratio Contrast ratioX:1 How black the black on screen really is In plain words it's about dark scenes in films. High contrast — the night sky is black and deep. Low — it looks grey The big number is marketing "1,000,000:1" on the box sounds great, but it's just a trick: in dark frames the projector dims its own lamp. It doesn't give a better picture What matters is a dark room dim the room with curtains and black will be black on any projector. Light in the room ruins the picture — no high contrast will save it In short: don't chase the number on the box. In a dark room the difference between "20,000:1" and "a million:1" is barely visible to the eye.	2 000:1
Supported Input Resolution Input signalwhat video the projector accepts What video quality you can send to the projector Acceptsunderstands modern video (Full HD, 4K). Plug in a laptop, PlayStation or TV stick — and the image just appears Showsfits the picture to its own sharpness. On-screen sharpness is whatever the projector's panel delivers You can send 4K, but the picture won't get sharper than the panel — sharpness is set by "Resolution".	1920x1080
Aspect Ratio Aspect ratioframe shape The shape of the projector's image 16:9for video and gaming: PlayStation, Xbox, TV sticks, films and series 16:10movies and games too, plus professional work: the MacBook and laptop shape, handy for documents and presentations 4:3nearly square — the most vertical room: documents and spreadsheets, a chessboard, artists' compositions, simulators This is the projector's native shape. Video in another format will show with black bars at the edges.	16:10
Keystone Correction Keystone correctionkeystone Squares up the image when the projector sits at an angle Verticalfixes an up/down tilt when the projector sits below or above the screen. Comes manual and auto (senses the angle itself) Horizontalfixes a sideways offset when the projector sits off to the side, not centered 4 cornerseach corner moves on its own — the most precise fit to the screen at an awkward angle This is a digital fix — it eats into sharpness a little. If the projector is merely offset (sideways or in height) rather than tilted, use Lens Shift instead (an optical lens shift, no loss of sharpness) where available. Keep keystone for a genuine tilt.	Vertical (manual)
Projection Type	Standard throw
Focus Type Throw ratiothrow ratio Distance to screen ÷ image width. Lower number — closer to the wall Short throwup to 0.8 — a big image from a short distance, handy in a tight room Versatile0.8–1.3 — the sweet spot, fits most rooms Standard1.3–2.0 — placed in the middle of the room, the most common class Long throw2.0 and up — for large halls, placed far away at the back Work out the exact distance for your screen with the Projection Calculator on the site.	Standard Throw (1.3 - 2)
Zoom Type	Fixed
Display Technology Panel typetechnology How the projector draws the image DLPdeep blacks, sometimes a "rainbow" flash 3LCDbright natural colors, no "rainbow" LCOS SXRD · D-ILAdeep blacks and natural colors SXRD is Sony's LCOS, D-ILA is JVC's	DLP
Light Source Light sourcelamp type What produces the light inside the projector Lamp (UHP · NSH · P-VIP) bright and inexpensive, easy to replace yourself. Life mostly ~5,000 h, up to 10,000–15,000 on some models. More natural color. Makers: Philips, Osram, Ushio Laser (LASER) a solid-state module, nothing to replace. 20,000 h is the warranty figure; real life reaches up to 40,000. Turns on at full power right away LED (LED) brightness is several times lower than lamp or laser. That's why LED is often used in portable, battery models — enough light only for a dark room Any source is fine for a dark room. For a bright one, brightness (ANSI lumens) matters more than the type itself.	Xenon
Lamp Type Light source typelight source Which light-source architecture the projector uses UHP — Philips ultra-high-pressure lamp, the most common UHE — Epson lamp, a close analog of UHP P-VIP — Philips lamp (Video Projection) NSH — Ushio lamp of the same class OSRAM — lamp made by Osram (a brand) HCX — high-contrast xenon lamp LASER — solid-state laser LED — dimmer but energy-efficient; for small screens or dark rooms	NSH \| High Pressure Mercury
Lamp Part Number Lamp codeorder number The exact lamp name for this specific projector Find itwhen the lamp eventually dims, type this number into a search and buy the exact same one Swap iton most projectors the lamp swaps out easily — open the cover, pull the old one, slot the new one in. No technician needed Laser and LED projectors have no lamp code — there's nothing to replace.	513744 (Type 27)
Color Depth Color depthbits How smooth the color transitions are 6-bit 262Kbanding on gradients (sky in "steps") 8-bit 16.7Mnatural, smooth transitions 10-bit 1.07Bsmoothest gradients, HDR cinema	10-bit (1.07 billion colors)
Lamp Life (Normal) Lamp life (Normal)hours How long the lamp runs at full brightness Guide5000 h ≈ 5 years (≈2.7 h/day) Replacethe lamp is easy to swap yourself — the projector lives on	5000
Lamp Life (Eco) Lamp life (Eco)hours Lower brightness — longer lamp life Guide10,000 h ≈ 10 years (≈2.7 h/day) Wearat lower power the lamp degrades more slowly Quietercooling fans run quieter	6000
Throw Distance (m)	1
Distance Range (m)	1.3 - 6.4
Screen Size (m)	1.0 - 5.1
Connectivity Interfacesinputs / outputs What to connect to the projector and how Digital› HDMI — the main port: laptop, PS/Xbox, TV stick, video+audio over one cable. HDMI ×2 — two sources; MHL powers a connected stick. DisplayPort — same, from the PC side. Analog› VGA / D-Sub — older PCs, video only. DVI — digital on older PCs. Composite (RCA) and S-Video — DVD, VHS, retro consoles. For compatibility with legacy gear. Audio› Audio in (3.5 mm / RCA) — sound to the projector's speakers. Audio out — to external speakers or a receiver (the built-in speaker is always weak). Mic — presentations, karaoke. Control & network› USB — powers a stick / reads a flash drive (role per spec sheet). RS-232, LAN — control and automation. 12V trigger — auto-drops the screen. HDBaseT, SDI, BNC — installations. Wi-Fi/BT — wireless casting. For home, HDMI (ideally ×2) + an audio out to speakers is enough.	Audio Input/Output, RCA connector (Tulip), HDMI, RS232, VGA/RGB
HDMI Ports HDMI portsinputs What several HDMI inputs give you over just one Several devices at once laptop, PlayStation, TV stick and PC plugged in together — switch with the remote, no re-plugging Picture-in-picture some models show two sources on screen at once — a film and a camera, say. Not on every model Port flexibility ports differ: one is newer, with 4K and protected video (Netflix, Blu-ray), another has ARC for sound to a soundbar Spare input if one port wears out over time, a working one remains — useful on gear that's already seen use	1
USB Ports USB portscount What USB ports are for on a projector Power the port runs a TV stick, Chromecast or dongle — no separate outlet, powered straight from the projector Straight from a flash drive some models show photos, video or PDFs straight off a flash drive — no computer. Not on every model Service and updates USB connects the projector to a computer for setup or firmware updates USB on a projector varies: one port is power only, another reads a flash drive. What a port can do depends on the model.	2
Wireless Connectivity Wireless featuresBluetooth · Wi-Fi What you can connect without a cable Bluetooth it's about sound: connect a wireless speaker or headphones. Bluetooth doesn't carry the picture — audio only Built-in Wi-Fi mirrors a phone or laptop screen without a cable, and on Smart models — streams directly (YouTube, Netflix) with no box Wi-Fi via a stick no built-in Wi-Fi? A stick in the HDMI port (Chromecast, Fire Stick) adds wireless to any projector The cheapest fix is a receiver dongle in HDMI: plug it in, add USB power, and a phone casts to any projector without a cable.	None
Key Features	Active3D \| Stereoscopic image, EcoSave \| Energy efficiency control
Additional Features Extra featurescapabilities What the projector can do, grouped by purpose Optics & lens› Motorized zoom and focus (from the remote), interchangeable lenses for different rooms, glass optics, a sealed dust-protected path, and a dynamic iris for deeper blacks. Geometry & mounting› Aligning the image to the mounting angle: corner and shape correction, portrait and rear projection. For installs — edge blending of several projectors and mapping onto uneven surfaces. Color› Accurate color and calibration to a reference — so on-screen colors match the intent, not the projector's guesswork. Matters for cinema and graphics work. Image & entertainment› Picture-in-picture and split screen, game mode (lower lag), a built-in media player, audio output, and wireless casting from a phone. Control & integration› Network control, HDBaseT (signal up to 100 m), screen daisy-chaining, smart-room integration (Crestron), password lock. DICOM Sim. — a mode for viewing medical images (simulation, not diagnostics). Operation› Fast cooling (switch off and carry it right away), quick lamp swap without disassembly, dust protection for a longer optics life. The feature set depends on the model — check the specs of the specific unit.	InstantSwap \| Quick lamp replacement, CleanAir \| Dust protection
3D Glasses Compatible 3D glasses3D technology Which glasses work with this projector DLP Link the glasses pick up the signal straight from the projector's image — no separate emitter needed. Includes 60 / 120 / 144 Hz RF / Bluetooth synced by radio through a separate emitter — steadier. Includes Sony BT, Epson RF, Optoma RF, Nvidia 3D Vision The key thing: the glasses must match the projector's technology — DLP Link won't work with RF and vice versa. Specific models (ELPGS03, TDG-BT500, DGD5, etc.) are just branded glasses for one of these two technologies.	ELPGS03
Dust Resistance Dust protectionprotecting the optics from dust How well the projector is sealed against dust inside IP5X dust-protected a little dust gets in, but not enough to affect operation IP6X dust-tight no dust gets in at all — the top level on the international scale Filter-free build the optics are sealed — no filter to clean or replace at all. Typical of laser models Removable filter pull it out, shake it out or rinse under the tap, dry and put it back. Replacement inserts are easy to find on AliExpress	Removable dust filter
Filter Part Number Filter codeorder number The exact dust filter name for this projector Find itif the filter clogs for good, type this number into a search and buy a new one — often on AliExpress, Temu and local shops Clean itusually a vacuum or a rinse under water, then dry and put it back. A new one is only needed if it's clogged beyond cleaning Cleaning the filter yourself takes a few minutes — far cheaper than sending the projector out for a service clean.	Ricoh replaceable dust filter
Noise Level, dB (Normal) Noise level (Normal)dB How audible the projector is at full brightness 28–31 dBa soft whisper, won't disturb the film 32–36 dBa steady hum, heard in quiet moments 37–42 dBa noticeable hum, better for daytime viewing For reference: a fridge ≈40 dB, a laptop under load ≈45 dB	34
Noise Level, dB (Eco) Noise level (Eco)dB How audible the projector is in quiet mode 22–26 dBrustling leaves, barely audible 27–30 dBa soft whisper in the room 31–35 dBnoticeable only in complete silence For reference: a fridge ≈40 dB, a laptop under load ≈45 dB	31
Power Consumption, W Power drawW How much electricity the projector uses 30–100 Wportable LED: efficient, cordless — but dim in daylight 200–350 Wlamp-based for home: bright light for everyday use 400+ Wlaser/xenon: maximum light, visible even in daylight	262
Mounting Type	Ceiling Mount, Desktop
Mount Part Number Mount codeorder number The part number of a mount compatible with this projector Find ituse this number to buy a ready mount for your projector — on AliExpress, Temu and local shops Install itscrews into the threaded holes on the projector's underside; the arms adjust for height and tilt A mount is a separate accessory, usually universal: any one rated for the projector's weight and hole pattern will fit. The code is simply a proven compatible option.	Ceiling mount (universal)
Width, mm Widthcm Horizontal size of the body — how much shelf space it takes up to 30 cmcompact, easy to move or tuck away 40–50+ cma larger body — room for better cooling and optics	300
Depth, mm Depthcm Front-to-back size, including the lens up to 25 cmfits easily on a shelf or cabinet 35–45 cmpowerful models — a deeper body for better cooling	240
Height, mm Heightcm From the table to the top cover 10–15 cmlow profile, tucks under a shelf 20 cm and morea larger lens and stronger cooling	110
Weight, kg Weightkg What a heavier, more serious body gives you Coolinga bigger body — better heat dissipation, less overheating Opticsroom for quality glass optics, not a plastic lens Bodymetal and sturdy materials, not thin plastic Longevitystable temperature protects the lamp or laser	2.6
Package Width, cm	28
Package Depth, cm	14
Package Height, cm	36
Gross Weight, kg	4
Package Contents In the boxwhat's included What you get together with the projector Projector tested, in working order — the main thing you're here for Remote + batteries a copy of the original, but works fine; batteries included Power cable + adapter the plug is foreign (British or American, depending on the country), so a plug adapter for a European socket is included Box and papers the original box, bag and papers are usually absent. If they're present, it's noted in the description	Projector, remote control, power cable
Warranty Warranty90 days How we stand behind the projector after purchase 90-day warranty if anything goes wrong with how the projector runs in that time, we'll sort it out — repair or replace Online payment — same terms card, installments or acquiring, payment to the sole proprietor — the 90-day warranty applies the same for any method Swap within 14 days if the projector doesn't suit you, you can swap it for another within 14 days — condition and appearance kept intact Pickup with no deposit pickup in Lviv or Nova Poshta delivery with no prepayment — you inspect it before paying Every projector is tested before sale. We sell professional gear, not throwaway kit — so we stand behind what we sell.	3 months
Service & Spare Parts Service & partsrepairability Why a Japanese projector stays in service for years Standard modules built from known modules — the panel, optical block, boards, fans. Not one sealed chip, but parts you can source and replace Replaceable light source a lamp swaps out by code yourself, a laser lasts tens of thousands of hours. Either way, not a "disposable" soldered LED Repaired anywhere any technician will take it on, even in a small town — wherever computers and consumer electronics get fixed. The case opens up, donors are plentiful A cheap Chinese projector can't be fixed like this: the LED and the "brain" are soldered to the board, with no parts or schematics — official Xiaomi, XGIMI and Hisense service centers turn it away. And even if the unit still runs, within a couple of years its Android goes stale: YouTube, MEGOGO or Netflix drop support for the old firmware. A Japanese unit gets repaired where a Chinese one is refused everywhere.	Lamp — a stock module 513744 (Type 27). On price: these lamps once cost $200–500; now equivalents run about $30–80, and even the original costs less than it used to; swapping it is a 5-minute job with a screwdriver. Lamp lifespan — up to 6000 h. Imager — a standard Texas Instruments DMD chip, not a one-off part (the same one is used across many DLP projectors from different brands); the color wheel and cooling fans are ordinary off-the-shelf units, matched by form factor. Removable filter — cleaned in a minute. Modular housing, with plenty of donors on the market. In short, this is a machine built to be serviced and kept running for years. You can't fix a no-name disposable Chinese projector that way: the LED is soldered into the board, no schematics or spare parts exist, and there's simply no service shop that would take it on.

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Price when new€699

This projector’s price now€280

Ricoh PJ WX2440

DLP·3,100 lm·6,000-hour lamp·under 3 kg

3,100 lumens — bright even in the light

3,100 ANSI lumens give a clear picture even when the room isn't dark — no need to draw the curtains every time.

Lamp up to 6,000 hours

Lamp life up to 6,000 hours in eco mode — years of movie nights between replacements, minimal running costs.

DLP — a sharp, contrasty frame

A single-chip Texas Instruments DLP system delivers a crisp image and 16 million colours — stable quality that doesn't degrade over time.

Under 3 kg — take it with you

A compact body weighing less than 3 kg — easy to carry from room to room, to take to a cottage or to friends.

Screen up to 300 inches

Scales the image up to 300" diagonal — huge wall-sized cinema.

Flexible placement

Put the projector anywhere from 1 to 11 meters from the screen — it fits a small room and a large hall alike.

3D support

3D content over HDMI — a home 3D cinema with compatible glasses.

Eco mode — less power

Eco mode cuts consumption and extends lamp life — quieter, cheaper and longer-lasting.

HDMI — + monitor out

HDMI, VGA, composite, audio in/out and an output to a second monitor — connect a Blu-ray, console, laptop or PC.

A student coursework project

Higher Vocational College of Cinema

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