XR glasses
Moverio BT-45C Smart Glasses
The Epson Moverio BT-45C are AR smart glasses featuring a see-through mobile viewer design, intended for augmented reality applications. They provide a transparent display to overlay digital content onto the real world, suitable for professional and enterprise use cases. The product is part of Epson's Moverio smart glasses lineup.
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Pros and cons
Pros
Strengths called out by generated product content.
- High standard of optical performance with sharp displays
- Ergonomic, flip-up design for convenience and ease of use
- Comfortable to wear for extended periods due to excellent weight distribution and balance
- Hands-free portability enabled by connecting to external devices via USB-C
- Robust design with high shock and dust resistance suitable for demanding work environments
- Adjustable, padded headband and helmet mounting options for flexible fit
- Over-the-glasses support and helmet clip attachment increase versatility
- Built-in audio with integrated speaker and noise-canceling microphone for hands-free communication
- Purpose-built for mission-critical tasks such as troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection, and training
- Compliant with MIL-STD-810H drop standards and ANSI Z87.1 for durability
- Includes 9-axis and ambient light sensors to enhance augmented reality capabilities
Cons
Tradeoffs and constraints to review before choosing.
- Heavier headset compared to some alternatives
- Limited field of view compared to some other AR glasses
- No proper way to connect an external battery for charging while in use
- Not suitable for gaming or entertainment applications
- Some compatibility issues reported with certain devices, such as iPhone 15 Pro
- Accessories like tinted glasses need to be purchased separately
Notes
Context that does not fit neatly as a pro or con.
- Connects to compatible Android or Windows devices via USB-C
- Features a 0.45-inch full HD display with 60 Hz refresh rate and 24-bit color imaging
- Includes a 3.5 mm audio jack for external audio device connection
- Designed primarily for industrial and enterprise use cases
Release Date
Display Specs
Dimensions
- Width
- 200 mm1
- Height
- 57 mm1
- Depth
- 56.9 mm3
- Size Length
- 29 cm1
- Available Sizes
- One size fits most (adjustable headband and helmet mounting options)1
- Frame Dimensions
- {"type":"object","value":{"depth":56.9,"width":290.27,"height":199.7}}3
- Folded Dimensions
- {"type":"object","value":{"width":7.87,"height":2.24,"length":11.42}}3
- Folded Length
- 290 cm1
- Folded Width
- 200 cm1
- Folded Height
- 57 cm1
- Unfolded Length
- 29 cm1
- Unfolded Width
- 20 cm1
- Unfolded Height
- 5.7 cm1
- Without Headstrap Length
- 11.42 cm3
- Without Headstrap Width
- 7.87 cm3
- Without Headstrap Height
- 2.24 cm3
- Maximum Fit Width
- 290 mm3
Weight
Battery
Camera
Processor & Compute
Memory & Storage
Connectivity
Controls & User Interface
Ergonomics & Fit
- Frame Material
- Plastic (PC/ABS)3
- Design
- Ergonomic Design
- Yes1
- Modularity and Fit
- Adjustable padded headband, Ergonomic flip-up design, Helmet clip attachment, Over-the-glasses support3
- Mounting Options
- Headband, Helmet mounting1
- Prescription Ready
- Over-the-glasses support4
- Eye Relief
- 0 mm1
- Comfort Features
- adjustable padded headband, excellent weight distribution, flip-up design, helmet mounting options, over-the-glasses support1
- Wear Detection
- No3
- Wearing Experience Wear Detection
- No1
- Wearing Experience Suggested Wearing Time
- 8 hrs3
- Wearing Experience Connection
- Tethered to external device via USB-C for processing and power3
Audio
- Speakers
- 1 built
- Microphones
- 14
- Sound System
- Built-in speaker, Noise-canceling microphone
- Audio Partner
- Built-In Speaker
Comfort & Wear
- Wearing Time Suggested
- 8 hrs3
Design & Build
- Materials
- Plastic (PC/ABS)1
Safety & Durability
- Safety Certifications
- ANSI Z87.1, IP52, MIL-STD-810H, ANSI Z87.1 rating shields, IP52 rating, MIL-STD-810H drop test, Shock and dust resistant, ANSI Z87.1 eye protection rating with included shields, IP52 rating for dust and water resistance, MIL-STD-810H drop test compliant3
- Robustness Standards
- ANSI Z87.1 rating, IP52, IP52 dust and light rain protection, MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-810H drop test, IP52 rating, MIL-STD-810H drop test compliance, shock and dust resistant3
- Durability
- Drop Resistance
- 1.22 meters1
- Ingress Protection Rating
- 521
Software & Platform
Product Info & Variants
- Model Number
- 970,0201
- Notes
- Allows tethering to Android or Windows host devices, Built-in audio, Centered HD 8MP front-facing camera with autofocus, Compatible with a wide range of USB Type-C devices, Designed for industrial applications, Flip-up design, Flip-up display allows clear field of view when not in use, Helmet clip attachment, Includes ANSI Z87.1 rated shields for eye protection, IP52 rating, MIL-STD-810H drop test compliance, Over-the-glasses support, Provides a large virtual screen equivalent to Full HD at 120 inches (virtual viewing distance 5 meters), Shock and dust resistant, USB-C interface31
- Features
- 34° field-of-view, 8MP front-facing camera with autofocus, Adjustable padded headband, ANSI Z87.1 eye protection, ANSI Z87.1 eye protection rating, ANSI Z87.1 rating for eye protection, audio, audio with speaker and noise-canceling microphone, Binocular display, Binocular see-through Full HD display, Camera, Centered HD 8MP front-facing camera with autofocus, Compatible with Android and Windows devices, Dust resistance, Ergonomic design, Excellent weight distribution, Flip-up design, Hands-free wearable display, helmet clip attachment, Helmet mounting options, IP52 rating, MIL-STD-810H drop test compliance, Noise-canceling microphone, Noise-canceling speaker, Over-the-glasses, Proprietary optical engine, Seamless binocular see-through Full HD display, See-through Full HD display, See-through Full HD Si-OLED display, Shock and dust resistance, Shock and dust resistant, Shock resistance, Si-OLED technology, speaker, speaker and noise-canceling microphone, USB-C connectivity, USB-C interface, USB-C tethering to Android and Windows devices, wearable display1
- Included Accessories
- Controller pouch, Helmet clip attachment, Neck strap3
- Optional Accessories
- Optional USB dock (holds up to five devices)2
Visual & Optical
Reference & Certification
Facts
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Source 1epson.comepson.com64 facts
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Source 3unboundxr.comunboundxr.com33 facts
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