Epson BrightLink 1480Fi
| Brand | Epson · BrightLink |
| Type | Education |
| Released | March 2020 |
| Resolution | 1080p (1366 × 768 pixel shift) |
| Imaging technology | 3LCD |
| Light source | Laser (phosphor) |
| Brightness | 5,000 lm ISO |
| Throw ratio | 0.27–0.37:1 |
An interactive ultra-short-throw 3LCD laser projector with three 1366 x 768 panels and pixel shifting to a 1080p image, rated 5,000 lumens in both white and color brightness. It throws a 65 to 100 inch 16:9 image from a 0.27 to 0.37 throw ratio, with two included pens and an optional finger-touch module. It is aimed at classrooms and meeting rooms and includes PC-free whiteboarding.
Data sheet
Picture
| White light output | 5,000 lm ISO (Normal power) Normal Light Source mode | Normal Light Source mode |
| Colour light output | 5,000 lm (Normal power) Normal Light Source mode; IDMS 15.4 per the maker footnote | Normal Light Source mode; IDMS 15.4 per the maker footnote |
| Brightness by mode | Normal 5,000 lm · Eco 3,500 lm | |
| Eco brightness | 70%Derived | |
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | |
| Native resolution | 1366 × 768 | |
| Native aspect | 16:9Derived | |
| Pixel shift | Yes (scheme not stated) | |
| Addressable resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080) | |
| Dynamic contrast | Up to 2,500,000:1 |
Light source
| Light source | Laser (phosphor) | |
| Light-source life | 20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco | |
| Life defined as | 50% brightness | |
| Light output control | Continuous | |
| Constant brightness mode | Yes |
Optics
| Throw ratio | 0.27–0.37:1100″ · 0.60–0.82 m | |
| Image size | 65–100 in | |
| Zoom | Digital | |
| Focal length | 3.9 mm | |
| Aperture (f-number) | 1.5 | |
| Focus | Manual | |
| Vertical keystone | 3° | |
| Horizontal keystone | 3° | |
| Grid warp | Yes |
Inputs & control
| HDMI inputs | 3 × HDMI | |
| Other video inputs | VGA, Composite | |
| Audio inputs | 3.5 mm, Microphone | |
| Control ports | RS-232 | |
| Control-system drivers | Crestron |
Audio
| Speaker power | 16 W | |
| Speakers | 2 | |
| Layout | Stereo | |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | |
| HDMI audio return | NoneDerived |
Physical & installation
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 460 × 462 × 376 mm | |
| Weight | 9,700 g | |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling | |
| Dust filter | Replaceable |
Environment & power
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | |
| Altitude | 3,048 m · high-altitude mode | |
| Power draw | Normal 381 W · Eco 270 W | |
| Standby | 0.5 W | |
| Networked standby | 2 W | |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | |
| Fan noise | Normal 36 dB(A) · Eco 27 dB(A) |
Safety & support
| Laser class | Class 1 | |
| Marks | FCC, UL | |
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 3 yr The same sheet also prints 'Warranty One-year limited in the U.S. and Canada' in its support column; ProjectorCentral lists 3 years, so 36 months is recorded. | |
| User manual | files.support.epson.com | |
| Spare parts | Air filter V13H134A56 · Mount V12HA06A05 |
In the box
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, USB cable, Lens cap |
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- Throw calculator — How far from the screen the BrightLink 1480Fi needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 0.27–0.37:1 lens.
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Variants & identifiers
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| Variant | Region | Type | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| US | 🇺🇸 US | UPC | 010343950146 |
| MPN | V11H921520 |
Also known as
| BrightLink Pro 1480Fi | All regions | Marketing name |



