
Optoma X309ST Short Throw XGA Projector
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Description
The Optoma X309ST is a short throw projector designed for small meeting rooms and classrooms, boasting amazing colour, a long lamp life and energy-saving features for a lower overall cost of ownership. Its short throw lens projects a 100-inch image from just over a metre away, ideal for compact spaces.
Multiple inputs, USB power and a built-in 10W speaker provide an easy setup, perfect for connecting a laptop, PC or Blu-ray player, and it can even take a HDMI streaming dongle for wireless presentations. It is portable and lightweight, so it can be installed or taken on the move for off-site meetings with an optional carry bag.
Convenience features include Direct Power On/Off, Quick Resume, Eco AV Mute and Auto Power Off, along with full 3D support and four lamp modes that extend lamp life to up to 15,000 hours.
Key features
Projects a 100" image from just over a metre away, ideal for small meeting rooms and classrooms.
3,700 ANSI lumens keep presentations and lessons clear and vibrant in everyday lighting.
Bright, Dynamic, Eco and Eco+ modes extend lamp life up to 15,000 hours while reducing power consumption by up to 70%.
Lightweight chassis with an optional carry bag makes it easy to move between rooms or off-site.
Technical specifications
Throw distance guide
With its 0.617:1 throw ratio, here's how far the projector needs to sit from the screen for common 4:3 image sizes. Try our throw distance calculator for your exact room.
Manufacturer lens-distance limit: 0.4 m to 3.1 m. The dotted lines show the usable zoom positions for this picture size.
| Image size | Image dimensions | Lens distance |
|---|---|---|
| 40" | 0.81 m × 0.61 m | 0.5 m |
| 60" | 1.22 m × 0.91 m | 0.8 m |
| 80" | 1.63 m × 1.22 m | 1.0 m |
| 100" | 2.03 m × 1.52 m | 1.3 m |
| 120" | 2.44 m × 1.83 m | 1.5 m |
| 150" | 3.05 m × 2.29 m | 1.9 m |
| 200" | 4.06 m × 3.05 m | 2.5 m |
| 247" | 5.02 m × 3.76 m | 3.1 m |
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Distances are lens-to-screen, calculated from the manufacturer's stated throw ratio; allow for lens shift and mounting hardware. Always confirm against the manufacturer's installation guide before fixing mounts.
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Delivery & returns
Estimated delivery 5 Sept - 9 Sept. UK mainland delivery only. Some large or made-to-order items carry longer lead times, shown on the product page.
Unused items in original packaging can be returned within 14 days of delivery — see the returns policy for how business and consumer returns differ. Faulty items are covered under manufacturer warranty and by your statutory rights.
Bought in the UK, backed in the UK
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The manufacturer warranty is honoured here in the UK. If something fails, you deal with us, not with an overseas seller in another time zone.
Our own UK-based engineers install, commission and support what we sell, and can attend site when a system needs hands on it.
Delivered within the UK mainland, so there is no import duty, customs charge or courier handling fee waiting for you on delivery.
Prices are in pounds sterling with proper UK VAT invoices, and purchase orders are accepted from approved education accounts: no currency conversion and no surprises at the door.
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