Hitachi CP-TW2503 WXGA 720p Ultra Short Throw Projector

The Hitachi CP-TW2503 is an ultra-short-throw LCD projector built for environments where mounting distance is limited. By projecting from just inches away from the screen or wall, it virtually eliminates the presenter-shadow problem that plagues conventional projectors in classrooms and boardrooms. With 2,700 lumens in normal mode and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, the CP-TW2503 delivers vivid, readable images even when room lights cannot be fully dimmed — a common reality in educational and corporate settings.

Its WXGA (1280 x 800) native resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio are well-suited to displaying spreadsheets, slides, and 720p video. Connectivity includes HDMI for modern laptops and media players, VGA for legacy PCs, USB for firmware and control, and a Fast Ethernet port for networked management across multiple rooms. A 1.35× digital zoom offers some flexibility in image sizing. Switching to eco mode drops brightness to 1,800 lumens but extends the 250W lamp's life from 4,000 to 6,000 hours, reducing both maintenance costs and fan noise during quieter sessions.