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EPSON PowerLite Cinema 200
Home Theater Projector
User’s Guide
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Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON product. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products. Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its
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Contents Introduction 7 Registration and Warranty 7 Projector Parts 8 Projection Controls 9 Optional Accessories 10 Using This Manual 11 Getting More Information 11 Setting Up the Projector 13 Choosing a Location 13 Connecting the Cables 15 Other Connections 16 Displaying and Adjusting the Image 17 Focusing and Zooming the Image 17 Inverting and Mirroring the Image 18 Selecting the Input Signal Setting 18 Positioning the Image 19 Performing Keystone Correction 19 Basic Operation 21 Turning On th
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Making Adjustments 27 Using the Menu System 27 Changing How the Menu Displays 28 Adjusting the Image Quality 29 Brightness and Contrast Settings 29 Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings 30 Color Settings 31 Adjustments for Computer Images 32 Saving and Resetting Menu Selections 33 Creating Memory Settings 33 Resetting the Projector 34 Customizing Projector Features 35 Image Sizing 35 Screen Options 36 Other Setup Options 36 Using Cinema Color Editor 39 Setting Up Your Computer 39 System Require
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Maintenance 49 Cleaning the Lens 49 Cleaning the Projector Case 49 Changing the Remote Control’s Batteries 50 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 51 Replacing the Lamp 52 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 53 Storing the Projector 54 Transporting the Projector 54 Problem Solving 55 What To Do When the Lights Flash 55 Checking the Projector Status 56 Solving Picture Problems 57 Solving Remote Control Problems 60 Where To Get Help 61 Specifications 63 General 63 Lamp 63 Remote Control 63 Dimensions
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Notices 69 Important Safety Information 69 Remote Control Information 70 FCC Compliance Statement 71 Declaration of Conformity 72 Epson America, Inc., Limited Warranty 72 Index 75 6
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Introduction ® ® The EPSON PowerLite Cinema 200 projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your own home. Designed especially for home cinema use, it offers these outstanding features: ■ 1280 × 720 resolution, 800:1 contrast ratio, and up to 1300 lumens for incredibly rich, sharp images TM TM ■ Pixelworks Digital Natural Expression technology to make fast-moving images appear clear and lifelike ■ True 16:9 wide-format projection ■ Flexible setup configurat
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Projector Parts Vertical lens shift knob Control panel Horizontal lens shift knob Lamp cover Lens cover Ventilation slots Infrared receiver Adjustable foot S-Video port Input B Control (RS-232C) port (computer VGA port) Input A USB port (component video) Infrared receiver D4 port (used mainly in Japan) Trigger out port ® Kensington lock port AC power inlet Video port (composite video) 8
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Projection Controls Menu button Menu navigation Displays the on-screen menu buttons Source button Focus button Switches the video input source Indicator lights Power button Aspect button Changes the picture’s aspect ratio Esc button Exits the current menu item Zoom button Keystone correction buttons Corrects the shape of a non-rectangular image On/Off buttons Menu button Displays the projector’s menus Color Mode button Optimizes viewing for different lighting environments Memory button Reca
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Optional Accessories EPSON provides the following optional accessories for the projector: Product Part number Replacement lamp (ELPLP28) V13H010L28 Air filter replacement (ELPAF04) V13H134A04 Ceiling mount ELPHB01 Kensington security lock ELPSL01 Projection screens: ELPSC06 50-inch portable screen ELPSC07 60-inch portable pop-up screen ELPSC08 80-inch portable pop-up screen ® Macintosh adapter set (includes monitor adapter ELPAP01 and desktop adapter) S-video cable ELPSV01 You can purchase many
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Using This Manual This book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information. Please follow these guidelines as you read through the manual: Warnings: Must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Cautions: Must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes: Contain important information about your projector. Tips: Con
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Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, connect the cables, and display and adjust the image. Choosing a Location You can install the projector for various viewing setups, as shown below. Front/Ceiling Rear/Ceiling Front Rear If you install the projector in a rear or overhead position, you’ll need to flip and/or mirror the image by selecting the correct Projection option (see page 18). For overhead projection, you’ll also need
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If you place the projector off to the side, aim it straight ahead (rather than at the center of the screen), then use the horizontal lens shift knob to center the image. Do not place the projector farther to the left or right than the edge of the screen, or you will not be able to project a square (or rectangular) image. Vertical lens shift knob Horizontal lens shift knob The maximum size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the screen. Depending on how yo
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Connecting the Cables You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, HDTV tuner, cable or satellite box, video game console, camcorder, or digital camera. You ® can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple Macintosh system. You can connect up to four pieces of equipment at the same time, as shown in this table: Port name Video equipment connection Computer connection Video Use a standard RCA video cable: — S-Video Use a standard S-video cable
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Connect your video or computer equipment to these ports: Connect a computer to this port (D4 used mainly in Japan) Connect video equipment to one of these ports If you connect to the Input A port, be sure to select the correct Input Signal setting for your equipment, or the image may not display properly (see page 18). Other Connections ■ Power cable Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet. The P power light on the projector’s control panel turns orange when
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■ Trigger out port This port outputs a 12-volt DC signal when the projector is turned on. This lets a central control system monitor whether the projector is on or off, and can be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is in use. Connect to it using a 3.5-mm mini jack cable, as shown. Displaying and Adjusting the Image Make sure your video or computer equipment is turned on, then turn on the projector as described on page 21. If necessary, select the
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Inverting and Mirroring the Image If the image is displayed upside-down or backward, select the correct Projection option: 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control. 2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the Setting menu, then open the Screen menu, and then select Menu Projection. button 3. Choose from these options: ■ Front if the projector is located in front of the screen (for example, on a table). Menu navigation ■ Front/Ceiling if the projector is located in front buttons of t
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Positioning the Image If the image is not centered on the screen, use the horizontal and vertical lens shift knobs to adjust its position. Note: You can display a test pattern to facilitate adjustment. Press the Pattern button on the remote control, then select Cross-hatching. Vertical lens shift knob Horizontal lens shift knob Adjustable feet If you still need to raise the height of the image after using the vertical lens shift knob, lift the front of the projector and rotate the adjustable
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