Epson BrightLink 870Ei

Epson BrightLink 870Ei interactive ultra short throw projector seen from the front on its wall mount, with the touch module below
BrandEpson · BrightLink
TypeEducation
ReleasedSeptember 2026
Resolution1080p
Imaging technology3LCD
Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
Brightness5,000 lm ISO
Throw ratio0.25–0.35:1

An interactive ultra-short-throw 3LCD laser projector with three 1080p panels and 4K Enhancement pixel shifting, rated 5,000 lumens in both white and color brightness. It throws 60 to 180 inches from a 0.25 to 0.35 throw ratio, with pen interactivity up to 130 inches and a bundled finger-touch module up to 100 inches. It is aimed at classrooms and ships with a wall-mounted HDBaseT control panel.

Data sheet

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White light output5,000 lm ISO
ISO 21118 per the maker footnote: white light output measured in accordance with ISO 21118
Colour light output5,000 lm
IDMS 15.4 per the maker footnote
Imaging technology3LCD
Native resolution1080p (1920 × 1080)
Native aspect16:9Derived
Pixel shiftYes (scheme not stated)
Dynamic contrastUp to 5,000,000:1

Light source

Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
EmitterBlue laser + phosphor
Light-source life20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco
Life defined as50% brightness

Optics

Throw ratio0.25–0.35:10 m0.5 m1 m1.5 m60″80″100″120″150″100″ · 0.55–0.77 m
Image size60–180 in
ZoomDigital
Focal length3.7 mm
Aperture (f-number)1.6
FocusManual
Vertical keystone3°
Horizontal keystone3°

Inputs & control

HDMI inputs3 × HDMI (HDCP 2.3)
Other video inputsHDBaseT
Audio inputsMicrophone
Control portsRS-232

Smart platform

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
EthernetYes
CastingMiracast

Audio

Speaker power16 W
Speakers1
LayoutMono
Audio outputs3.5 mm
HDMI audio returnNoneDerived

Physical & installation

Dimensions (W × D × H)376 × 396 × 173 mm
Weight7,121 g
OrientationsTable, Ceiling

Environment & power

Operating temperature0–40°C
Power drawNormal 320 W · Eco 247 W
Standby0.5 W
Networked standby2 W
Mains input100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
Fan noiseNormal 32 dB(A) · Eco 25 dB(A)

Safety & support

Warranty🇺🇸 US 3 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 3 yr
Spare partsAir filter V13H134A66 · Mount V12HC54010

In the box

In the boxRemote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card, USB cable

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Variants & identifiers

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VariantRegionTypeCode
US🇺🇸 USMPNV11HC03020

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Also known as

BrightLink 870Ei Ultra Short Throw Interactive Display with 4K EnhancementAll regionsMarketing name