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Optoma Technology Photon Life PH31 1500-Lumen Full HD 3LED DLP Home Entertainment Projector

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Optoma Technology Photon Life PH31 1500-Lumen Full HD 3LED DLP Home Entertainment Projector
Key Features
  • Brightness of 1500 ISO / 2700 HK Lumens
  • Full HD (1920 x 1080) Native Resolution
  • 3-LED RGB Light Source
  • 1.5 to 1.65:1 Throw Ratio
Experience crisp visuals with bold color using the Optoma Technology Photon Life PH31 1500-Lumen Full HD 3LED DLP Home Entertainment Projector. The PH31 is a lightweight projector utilizing a 3-LED light source and DLP color technology to produce 1500-ISO lumens of brightness and wide color gamut coverage for vibrant images. Connect high-definition sources via HDMI and get set up easily with automatic keystone correction.
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Optoma Technology PH31 Overview

Experience crisp visuals with bold color using the Optoma Technology Photon Life PH31 1500-Lumen Full HD 3LED DLP Home Entertainment Projector. The PH31 is a lightweight projector utilizing a 3-LED light source and DLP color technology to produce 1500-ISO lumens of brightness and wide color gamut coverage for vibrant images. Connect high-definition sources via HDMI and get set up easily with automatic keystone correction.

Additional Details
  • 1.1x manual zoom
  • Built-in 5W speaker
  • USB-A power output for streaming dongles
  • IP5X-rated optical engine
  • 24/7 and 360° operation support
UPC: 796435448059

Optoma Technology PH31 Specs

Key Specs
Display System
1-Chip DLP
Resolutions
Native: 1920 x 1080
Maximum Brightness
1500 Lumens (ISO)
2700 Lumens
Throw Ratio
1.5 to 1.65:1
Projection Size
60 to 150" / 1.5 to 3.8 m
HDR Support
No
Audio/Video I/O
3.5 mm / HDMI
Light Source
Multi-LED
Image Display
Display System
1-Chip DLP
Resolutions
Native: 1920 x 1080
Maximum Brightness
1500 Lumens (ISO)
2700 Lumens
Uniformity
90%
Offset
105%
Aspect Ratio
Native: 16:9
Supported: 4:3
Contrast Ratio
250,000:1
3D Support
No
Scan
Horizontal: 15 to 102kHz
Vertical: 23 to 76Hz
Lens
Includes Lens
Yes
Focus
Manual
Focal Length
15.8 to 17.4mm
Lens Shift
No
Throw Distance
Standard Throw: 6.53 to 17.95' / 1.99 to 5.47 m
Throw Ratio
1.5 to 1.65:1
Projection Size
60 to 150" / 1.5 to 3.8 m
Features
Keystone Correction
Auto/Manual: Vertical ± 40°
HDR Support
No
Zoom
Yes: Manual 1.1x Optical
Multi-Input Support (PIP/PBP)
No
Ceiling Mountable
No
Front/Rear Projection
Front
Built-In Speakers
Yes: 1x 5 W
Input/Output Connectors
Audio/Video I/O
1x HDMI 1.4a Audio/Video Input
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Mini Audio Output
Other I/O
1x USB-A (Power)
HDCP Support
Yes: Version 1.4
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Hardware
Mobile App Compatible
No
Wireless
No
General
Light Source
Multi-LED
Expected Lamp Life
Full Brightness: 30,000 Hours
Fan Noise
Full Brightness: 32 dB
Low Brightness: 30 dB
Security
Yes, Cable Lock Slot
Input Power
100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption
Full Brightness: < 141 W
Standby Mode (Lamp Off): 0.5 W
Certifications
FCC
Operating Conditions
32 to 95°F / 0 to 35°C
Dimensions (W x H x D)
9.4 x 5.1 x 8.5" / 238.8 x 129.5 x 215.9 mm
Weight
4.9 lb / 2.2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
8.89 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.9 x 11.6 x 7.9"

Optoma Technology PH31 Reviews

Great home projector

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-25

We use this projector with an Amazon fire stick and Bluetooth sound bar. The pictures and bright and sharp. It works well with video games, like Xbox and Nintendo switch.

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Assuming no rain, is it advisable to use this ques

Assuming no rain, is it advisable to use this question outdoors?
Asked by: Jeff
If you are planning on using the Optoma Technology Photon Life PH31 in a backyard at night, it would be more ideal for that kind of application. It would not be ideal to use it during the day, as it is not very bright.
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2026-06-03
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