The 1080 UB offers 1600 ANSI Lumens of brightness, a 4500:1 static contrast ratio (up to 50,000:1 dynamic), and can display images up to 150" across the diagonal. It features 2 HDMI 1.3 inputs accepting a wide range of input signals including 1080p at 24 fps. According to the fact sheet released by Epson, the 1080 UB will not have a VGA input.
There are optional add-ons available as upgrades to the 1080p UB: 1) Reon HQV video processor upgrade, 2) Ceiling mount, 3) Panamorph Anamorphic Lens Kit for improved brightness and the ability to do CIH (Constant Image Height), and 4) replacement lamps.
Specifications
- Display size: 30" - 150"
- Brightness: 1600 ANSI Lumens
- Contrast Ratio: 4500:1 (native), 50000:1 (dynamic)
- Native resolution: 1080p (1920x1080)
- Inputs: 2 x HDMI, 1 x components, 1 x composite, 1 x S-Video, 1 x RS-232
- 2.1X optical zoom with manual focus
- Dimensions: 12.2" (D) x 15.6" (W) x 4.8" (H)
- Weight: 12 lbs
- Price: $2999 ($2799 after mail-in rebate)
- Release date: January 2008 (announced at CES 2008)
Improvements over previous generation
- 1600 Lumens vs. 1200 ANSI Lumens (33% brighter)
- Can display up to images up to 150", up from 100"
- Has 2 HDMI inputs compared to one
- Improved contrast ratio
- Can upgrade the video processor to an Reon HQV
- Available Panamorphic Lens kit for CIH
