On September 26th, the light and shadow show at the Shanghai launch event vividly interpreted the theme of "Harmony of Sound and Vision, Inspired by Natural Brilliance". Epson made a grand debut with three new projector series, breaking technical bottlenecks with the world's first "Triple-Core Three-Color Full-Color Engine" and redefining audio-visual benchmarks across different scenarios through a precise product matrix covering high-end home theaters, quality living spaces, and mobile entertainment.
Technological Breakthrough: Triple-Core Architecture Rewrites Light Energy Utilization Logic
The most stunning technological breakthrough at the launch was Epson's "Triple Core Engine" – a three-color full-color engine developed over three years. This technology completely subverts the light-splitting imaging mode of traditional projectors. Through an independent direct-transmission architecture of "three chips + three-color light sources", red, green, and blue light sources are directly connected to the 3LCD panel, fundamentally solving the problem of light energy loss.
Three core technological guarantees support this innovation:
- A six-axis mechanical automation device achieves micron-level alignment between the light source and the Light Tunnel component, resulting in a 100% light incidence efficiency;
- An innovative light energy recycling system efficiently recovers polarized light, increasing brightness by 30% and achieving a display uniformity of up to 97.3%;
- The number of optical components is reduced from 29 to 9, shrinking the volume by 40% while controlling brightness loss to less than 1%.
The China Electronic Video Industry Association commented on-site that this technology not only pushes 3LCD technology to a new height but also sets an "integrity benchmark" for the industry with its traceable and authentic parameter labeling.
Product Matrix: Precisely Adapting to Three Core Life Scenarios
Leveraging its core technology, Epson launched three new product series, expanding coverage from "single-purpose viewing" to "full-scenario immersion". Each product accurately addresses the pain points of specific user groups.
1. CH-QL7000 Series: The "Light and Shadow King" for Large Home Theaters
As a high-end flagship model, the CH-QL7000 series sets a new industry record with a brightness of 10,000 lumens (meeting both ISO and IDMS international standards). Even when projecting a 200-inch large screen in daylight, the image details remain clear and sharp. It is equipped with a 1.04-inch large-size panel, which increases light flux by 40% compared to traditional panels. Combined with the QZX 4K image processing chip, it can output ultra-clear images with approximately 8.3 million pixels. Whether it is the dark details of starry nights or the highlight details of snowy scenes under sunlight, precise restoration is achieved through dynamic tone mapping technology.
In terms of design, the series adopts a customized Vapor Chamber cooling system, which increases cooling efficiency by 22% while maintaining low-noise operation at 33 decibels. The octagonal body, paired with custom colors such as champagne gold, is compatible with ultra-short throw zero-offset lenses and ceiling-mounted hidden installation, turning professional theater equipment into an "artistic display" in high-end homes. More notably, its laser light source has a lifespan of up to 20,000 hours (usable for 10 years if used 5 hours per day), and combined with a three-year warranty service, it completely eliminates the worries of high-end users.
2. EF-52 Series: The "Aesthetic Carrier" for Quality Living
Targeting users pursuing a high-quality lifestyle, the EF-52 series deeply integrates technology and aesthetics. Its walnut wood grain top cover is paired with an intelligent ambient light design – when turned on, the ambient light gradually brightens, making it both a projection device and a home decoration. In terms of sound quality, it features a 40mm transducer co-developed with Bose, improving bass depth by 50% compared to the previous generation. On the content side, it has access to Tencent Video's "Zhencai Max+" certification, expanding the color gamut by 40% and magnifying bright details by 3 times, allowing users to enjoy a theater-level synchronized audio-visual experience at home.
3. EF-50 Series: The "Portable Companion" for Urban Enthusiasts
Designed for renters and outdoor enthusiasts, the EF-50 series breaks scenario limitations with "lightweight design + long battery life". Weighing only as much as two bottles of mineral water, it supports power supply via a portable charger. Combined with a multi-dimensional spatial image calibration algorithm, it can quickly project a rectangular image without manual adjustment. Even with its focus on portability, it is still equipped with a simplified version of the triple-core technology, achieving synchronized output of color brightness and white brightness, and completely eliminating the pain point of traditional portable projectors – "bright but lacking in color".
Ecosystem Upgrade: Full-Link Innovation from Hardware to Experience
Beyond hardware breakthroughs, Epson also demonstrated its "hardware + content + service" ecosystem layout at the launch. All new products are connected to Tencent Video's AI Assistant, allowing users to complete operations such as content search and image quality adjustment via voice commands, significantly improving interaction convenience. In terms of durability and services, the flagship model's long-life light source and three-year warranty provide double protection, while mid-range models offer flexible installation and after-sales support, ensuring that users at all levels can enjoy a worry-free experience.
"The ultimate value of technology is to allow everyone to encounter the beauty of light and shadow in life," said the head of Epson's Projection Division at the end of the launch. From 10,000-lumen flagships to portable models, from the triple-core engine to ecosystem integration, this launch not only showcases Epson's technological strength but also indicates that the home projector market is moving from a "parameter competition" to a new era of "experience first".