Sharp XP-V801U-B – 8000-Lumen WUXGA Laser Projector

Product Overview

The Sharp XP-V801U-B is an 8000-lumen laser projector with professional installation features for large rooms, lecture halls, worship spaces, and exhibits. It combines WUXGA (1920 × 1200) resolution with a long-life laser light source, motorized interchangeable lenses, and edge blending for multi-projector setups. As a high-output WUXGA installation projector, it accepts dual HDMI 2.0 and HDBaseT inputs and supports geometric correction, stacking, and 4K-ready signal handling. This black-cabinet model ships without a lens, so a compatible Sharp lens is selected separately to match the throw distance.

Product Description

The XP-V801U-B is part of Sharp's PV installation series and sits at the top of the line with 8,000 lumens (8,300 center lumens) of output. Its laser-phosphor light source is rated for 20,000 hours and delivers constant brightness with light-output adjustment to balance performance and longevity. The 0.76" 3LCD optical engine pairs that brightness with a 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and accepts input signals up to 4096 × 2160. Because the projector ships without a lens, integrators choose from a range of motorized options spanning ultra-short-throw to long-throw, including the XP-44ML fixed UST lens and the XP-40ZL, XP-50ZL, XP-41ZL, and XP-43ZL zoom lenses, covering throw ratios from 0.32:1 to 5.93:1. Powered lens shift (horizontal ±20%, vertical +50%/-10%), digital zoom, and horizontal and vertical keystone provide precise on-site alignment, while edge blending and stacking support multi-projector and high-brightness installations. Connectivity includes two HDMI 2.0 inputs (HDCP 2.2), HDBaseT for single-cable transport, dual audio outputs, and RS-232 control, with Crestron, Extron, AMX, and PJLink compatibility. A five-year warranty backs the projector. To select a compatible lens or compare other installation models, browse the Sharp collection at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• 8,000-Lumen Laser Brightness — Delivers 8,000 lumens (8,300 center) for large, bright venues.
• WUXGA 3LCD with 4K-Ready Input — Native 1920 × 1200 with input support up to 4096 × 2160 and 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast.
• Interchangeable Motorized Lenses — Ships without a lens; supports UST to long-throw options from 0.32:1 to 5.93:1 for precise fit.
• Powered Lens Shift — Horizontal ±20% and vertical +50%/-10% shift plus digital zoom for off-center installation.
• Edge Blending and Stacking — Supports multi-projector blends and stacked configurations for large or bright images.
• HDBaseT and Dual HDMI 2.0 — Two HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) inputs plus HDBaseT for single-cable video transport.
• Long-Life Laser Light Source — Rated for 20,000 hours with constant-brightness control.
• Control-System Integration — Crestron, Extron, AMX, and PJLink compatibility with RS-232 control.
• Five-Year Warranty — Backed by Sharp's commercial projector warranty.

Typical Applications

• Auditorium — High brightness and lens options for large seating areas.
• House of worship — Edge blending and quiet laser operation for sanctuaries.
• Boardroom — Precise lens shift and 4K-ready input for executive spaces.
• All-hands room — Bright, uniform image for large internal audiences.
• Multi-purpose room — Interchangeable lenses adapt to varied room geometry.
• Broadcast studio — Color-accurate imaging with stacking for redundancy.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the XP-V801U-B include a lens?
No. It ships without a lens so integrators can match the throw distance. Compatible options range from the XP-44ML ultra-short-throw fixed lens (0.32:1) to the XP-43ZL long-throw zoom (2.99–5.93:1).

How is it different from the XP-V731U?
The V801U produces 8,000 lumens (8,300 center) versus the V731U's 7,300 lumens, on the same chassis and lens lineup, for larger or brighter rooms.

Can it be used in a multi-projector or stacked setup?
Yes. It supports edge blending for multi-projector walls and stacking for higher combined brightness or redundancy, with geometric correction for curved or angled surfaces.

How does it connect into an AV system?
It offers two HDMI 2.0 inputs (HDCP 2.2), an HDBaseT input for single-cable video, and RS-232 control, and is compatible with Crestron, Extron, AMX, and PJLink.

What is the difference between the -B and -W models?
The XP-V801U-B has a black cabinet and the XP-V801U-W has a white cabinet; specifications are otherwise identical.

What warranty is included?
The XP-V801U-B carries a five-year commercial warranty, with support through Sharp's commercial channels and Creation Networks.