XR glasses

Moverio BT-45CS Smart Glasses

The Epson Moverio BT-45CS are AR smart glasses featuring a transparent binocular display designed for hands-free augmented reality applications, primarily in professional and industrial environments. They offer a lightweight, eyewear-style form factor with integrated sensors and connectivity for enhanced situational awareness and data visualization.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Strengths called out by generated product content.

Robust design with high shock and dust resistance suitable for demanding work environments
Adjustable, padded headband and helmet mounting options for comfort and flexibility
Ergonomic flip-up design allowing easy use and comfort for extended periods
Over-the-glasses support and excellent weight distribution enhance wearability
8MP front camera enables remote experts to see wearer’s view clearly even when display is flipped up
Includes an intelligent touchscreen controller with Snapdragon XR1 processor for additional capabilities
Built-in speaker and noise-canceling microphone facilitate communication in real-world conditions
Seamless binocular see-through Full HD display with a 34-degree field of view
Purpose-built for mission-critical tasks like troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection, and training
Si-OLED display technology blends digital content well into real-world environment
Easy to share user’s point of view remotely with high clarity
Compatible with external devices via USB-C, allowing lightweight wearable display without onboard processing and battery

Cons

Tradeoffs and constraints to review before choosing.

Does not support Google Mobile Services, so apps like Google Maps and Gmail cannot be used
Google Play Store is not available on the device

Notes

Context that does not fit neatly as a pro or con.

Comes with an Android-based BO-IC400N controller optimized for Moverio smart glasses
Includes a 2.95-inch touchscreen on the controller
Features a 13MP camera on the intelligent controller for capturing detailed images
Display specs include full HD 0.45-inch displays with 60 Hz refresh rate and 24-bit color imaging

Release Date

Release Year: 2023
Release Month: 11
Discontinued: No1

Display Specs

Display Resolution (per eye): 1920 x 1080 pixels1
Display Resolution: 1,080 p2
Display Type: Si-OLED1
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Field of View: 34 degrees1
Field of View (diagonal): 34 degrees1
Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
Virtual Display Brightness: 1,500 nits
Brightness: 1,500 nits
Color Modes: binocular see-through, Full HD1
Color Gamut: 24 bit
Color Depth: 24 bit
Color Mode Selection: 24 color
Contrast Ratio: 1,000,000
Display Device Type: Si-OLED1
Dynamic Dimming Technology: No1
Electrochromic Film Lenses: Si-OLED technology1

Dimensions

Width: 160 mm
Height: 45 mm
Depth: 60 mm
Size Length: 17 cm
Available Sizes: Headband, Helmet mounting options1
Frame Dimensions: {"type":"object","value":{"depth":15,"width":18,"height":5}}
Folded Dimensions: {"type":"object","value":{"width":160,"height":60,"length":170}}
Folded Length: 17.5 cm
Folded Width: 16.5 cm
Folded Height: 5.5 cm
Unfolded Length: 17.5 cm
Unfolded Width: 16.5 cm
Unfolded Height: 5.5 cm
Without Headstrap Length: 17 cm
Without Headstrap Width: 16 cm
Without Headstrap Height: 5 cm
Maximum Fit Width: 180 mm

Weight

Weight: 80 g
Weight with Headstrap: 80 g
Weight without Shade and Cables: 88 g
Weight in pounds: 0.29 lbs
Weight in grams: 88 g

Battery

Battery Life: 6 hours
Battery Capacity: 2,000 mah
Battery Hot Swap: No
Battery Type: External intelligent controller battery1
Battery Location: Controller
Battery Charge Time: 2 hours
Charging Time: 3 hours
No Built-in Battery: No

Camera

Camera Resolution: 13 megapixels
Camera Model: 13 mp
Camera Placement: centred
Front RGB Camera: Yes
Pass-through Cameras: 1

Processor & Compute

Chipset: Eight-core
Compute Architecture: Si-OLED1
Compute Pack: Intelligent touchscreen controller1
Dual-CPU Configuration: No1

Memory & Storage

Memory: 2 gb
Storage: 32 gb

Connectivity

Connectivity: USB Type-C
Connectivity Technology: DisplayPort Alternate Mode, USB Type-C
Interface: USB Type-C with DisplayPort Alternate Mode
Connector Type: USB Type-C

Controls & User Interface

Controls: Battery located in controller, Connectivity options, Intelligent touchscreen interface, Touchscreen1
Physical Buttons: touchscreen controller1
User Control: intelligent touchscreen controller1
Immersion Control: headset flip-up function1
Controller type: Intelligent touchscreen controller1

Ergonomics & Fit

Form Factor: Headband-style, Helmet mounting1
Frame Material: robust1
Frame Style: Flip-up design, Headband-style, Helmet clip attachment, Over-the-glasses support1
Design: adjustable padded headband, flip-up design, headband-style, headband-style headset, helmet clip attachment, over-the-glasses support1
Ergonomic Design: allows users to secure a clear field of view for enhanced efficiency1
Mounting Options: adjustable padded headband, Flip-up design, helmet mounting options1
Prescription Ready: Yes
Myopia Diopter Adjustment: -4.0 to +4.0
Interpupillary Distance Range: 58mm to 72mm
Eye Relief: 15 mm
Comfort Features: 1 levels1
Wear Detection: Yes
Wearing Experience Suggested Wearing Time: 8 hrs

Audio

Speakers: 2 built
Microphones: 1
Sound System: Integrated audio with 3.5 mm audio jack
Audio Partner: Integrated audio

Comfort & Wear

Wearing Time Suggested: 8 hrs1

Design & Build

Materials: dust-resistant, shock-resistant1

Safety & Durability

Safety Certifications: IP52, IP52 rating, MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-810H drop test1
Robustness Standards: ANSI Z87.1 standard, IP52, IP52 rating, MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-810H drop test1
Durability: dust resistance, IP52 rating, MIL-STD-810H drop test compliance, shock resistance1
Drop Resistance: 1.22 meters2
Ingress Protection Rating: 521

Software & Platform

Operating System: None (headband-style headset free of processing and battery components)
Developer SDK Access: Moverio Apps Market3
Device Management Software: Moverio Link Pro app3
Compatibility: USB Type-C devices with DisplayPort Alternate Mode

Product Info & Variants

Model Number: V11H9701203
Notes: adjustable padded headband, binocular see-through Full HD display, Compatible with a variety of frontline work attire and helmet models, Designed for industrial and frontline work environments, headset flip-up function, helmet mounting options, Includes an intelligent controller with touchscreen interface, intelligent touchscreen controller, IP52 rating, military grade drop test compliance, proprietary optical engine, shock and dust resistance, Si-OLED technology, Supports USB Type-C video output with DisplayPort Alternate Mode1
Features: 13MP camera, 34° field-of-view, Adjustable padded headband, AI Integration, Audio, Binocular see-through Full HD display, Camera, Dust resistance, Dust Resistant, Flip-up Design, Headset flip-up function, Helmet Mounting, Helmet mounting options, Integrated audio, Intelligent touchscreen controller, IP52 rating, MIL-STD-810H drop test compliance, Military grade drop test compliance, Shock resistance, Shock Resistant, Si-OLED technology, Touchscreen Controller1
Included Accessories: Carrying Case, Cleaning Cloth, Clear Shade, Controller, Dark Shade, Headband, Helmet Clip, SD Card Eject Pin, Start Guide, USB Cable
Optional Accessories: carrying case, cleaning cloth, clear shade, controller, dark shade, headband, helmet clip, SD card eject pin, USB cable

Visual & Optical

Optics: proprietary optical engine, Si-OLED technology1
Eye Display: both1
Tracking: 0 dof1
Angle of view: 34 degrees1

Reference & Certification

Reference Design for Android XR Ecosystem: No
Warranty: 1 year3

Facts

Resolution: Full HD1
Headset Design: Adjustable padded headband, Flip-up design, Helmet mounting options, Over-the-glasses support1
Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, Wear Detection Sensor
Display: 60 hz