Epson 200 Projector User Manual
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1.2. Aspect setting Squeeze Format Normal Zoom Squeeze Through Through VGA 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 640x480 853 x 480 VESA 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 640x480 853 x 480 SVGA 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 800 x 600 1066 x 600 XGA 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 SXGA 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 MACI3 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 640x480 853 x 480 MACI6 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 832x 624 1109x 624 MAC19 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 MAC21 954 x 720 1280x 720 1280 x 720 pixelworks Pixelworks DN X ICs are used in this projector 67 68 Notices AAA Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector N ever look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on the bright light can damage your eyes N ever let children look into the lens when it is on N ever open any cover on the projector except the lamp and filter covers D angerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you Except as specifically explained in this U ser sGuide do not attempt to service this product yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel The projector and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags K eep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any risk of suffocatio
3. Product Part number Replacement lamp ELPLP28 V13H010L28 Air filter replacement ELPAFO4 V13H134A04 Ceiling mount ELPHBO1 Kensington security lock ELPSLO1 Projection screens 50 inch portable screen ELPSCO6 60 inch portable pop up screen ELPSCO7 80 inch portable pop up screen ELPSC08 Macintosh adapter set includes monitor adapter ELPAPO1 and desktop adapter S video cable ELPSVO1 You can purchase many of these accessories from your dealer by calling EPSON at 800 873 7766 or by visiting the EPSON Store at www epsonstore com U S sales only In Canada please call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral ne Using This Manual T his 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 Wamings 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 Contain helpful projection tips Getting More Information N eed additional help Take advantage of EPSON s automated support services 24 hours a day at http support epson com U sethissiteto download FAQ sor product information and e mail your questions to EPSON support If you need more help you can usethe E
4. 2 Turn on the projector 3 Makesurethe projector s COM Port setting is correct for the type of cable you re using see page 37 Select either USB if you re using aU SB cable or RS 232C for a serial cable 4 Windows If you see a Found N ew H ardware or Add N ew H ardware screen follow the instructions on the screen to finish installing the EPSON USB driver Caution Make sure you have already installed all the software from the CD ROM If not click Cancel and follow the instructions on page 40 first If you see a screen saying that the software has not passed Windows Logo testing click Continue anyway 41 42 Using Cinema Color Editor To start Cinema Color Editor follow these steps 1 Makesurethe projector is connected and turned on as described on the previous page 2 Windows Click Start Programs EPSON Projector and then Cinema Color Editor Macintosh From the Applications folder on your hard drive open the CCEditor folder and double click Cinema Color Editor You see this screen Search Automatically Projector Name Interface SeachAgain Select your projector aj COM Connection bet and click Connect 3 Select the name of the projector you want to adjust then click Connect You see this screen N ow you can control the projector and adjust ts settings as described on the following pages Remote Control Picture Quality hs il
5. ETE 9 Change Source D4 l Input B i Normal IF Squeeze Squeeze Through Remote Control Operations You can use Cinema Color Editor to change the image source adjust the aspect ratio or turn the power off just as you would from the remote control 1 Click the Remote Control tab Select Remote Control Le Cinema Color Editor x File Projector Help i i Remote Control i Picture Quality Change Source D4 Input Input B S Video Video Normal Squeeze Through Squeeze Through Zoom Auto 2 Click one of the buttons for the options shown above Turn off the power Change the image source see page 22 Adjust the aspect ratio see page 23 43 Adjusting the Picture Quality You can use Cinema Color Editor in place of the projector s menu system to adjust the image 1 Click the Picture Quality tab First select Picture Quality Remote Control Picture Quality White Level Black Level i Input Level Contrast Then click one of these buttons to access i i E Color Intensity im additional settings Advanced a Memory management Color Temp 2 Click one of the buttons shown above to access additional settings See the referenced page number below for details on using each setting Button Available adjustmen
6. cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment to clean the filter as shown If you don t have one gently clean the filter using a very soft brush such as a clean artist s paintbrush If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken replace it Contact your dealer or call EPSON at 800 873 7766 and ask for part number V13H134A04 In Canada call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral 4 If you need to replace the filter release the tab and lift the cover up 5 Removetheold filter and replace it with anew one 6 To replace the cover insert the tabs and press down until the cover clicks into place 51 52 Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp lasts for up to 1700 hours in low brightness mode or 3000 hours in high brightness mode You can use the Info menu to check how long it s been in use see page 56 It s time to replace the lamp when m Theprojected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate m The projector s warning light flashes red at half second intervals m The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen when you start projecting Note Lamp life results will vary depending on mode selected environmental conditions and usage Contact your dealer or call EPSON at 800 873 7766 in the U nited States for a replacement lamp Request part number V13HO10L28 In Canada call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral Be sure to read the Important Safety Information on
7. 4 Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control U sethe menu navigation buttonsto open the Reset menu then select Lamp Hours Reset W hen you see a confirmation prompt highlight Yes and pressthe button W hen you re finished press the Menu button to exit T he lamp usage timer doesn t register until you ve used the lamp for at least 10 hours 53 54 nn Storing the Projector If you need to store the projector for an extended time do the following m Makesure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C and 10 to 90 relative humidity m Attach the lens cover and retract the feet m Removethe batteries from the remote control m Pack the projector in its original packaging or equivalent AAA Transporting the Projector Note EPSON shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation The projector contains many glass and precision parts If you need to transport it follow these guidelines to prevent damage m When shipping the projector for repairs usethe original packaging material if possible If you do not have the original packaging use equivalent materials Be sure the carrier is capable of transporting fragile equipment and is aware that the projector is fragile m When you arehand carrying the projector grip the recessed handles on the sides Problem Solving This section explains how to interpr
8. minutes then turn it back on M ake sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation Also clean or replace the filter if necessary see page 51 The 6 warning light is flashing red at one second intervals m Thelamp cover may be loose or off M ake sure it s securely fastened see page 52 m Thereisan internal problem Turn off the projector and when the power light stops flashing unplug it Contact your dealer The 6 warning light is flashing red at half second intervals The lamp needs to be replaced see page 52 cc Checking the Projector Status You can use the Info menu to view information about the current display settings and how long the projection lamp has been in use To accessthe Info menu 1 Pressthe Menu button on the projector or remote control 2 Usethe menu navigation buttonsto open the Info menu The following information appears m Lamp Hours m Video Signal m Source m Refresh Rate m Input Signal m Sync Info m Resolution Note The information displayed depends on the currently selected image source The Lamp Hours shows OH until you ve used the lamp for at least 10 hours Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector M ake sure the power cord is connected then wait a moment for the power light to turn orange before pressing the Power button If you ve set the Key Lock the control panel buttons are disabled you must use the remote contro
9. page 69 before replacing the lamp Warning Let the lamp cool fully before replacing it In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken small glass fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid injury The lamp component contains mercury Please consult your state and local regulations regarding proper disposal or recycling and do not place in the trash Caution Never touch the lamp with your bare hands the invisible residue left by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life Use a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp Follow these steps to replace the lamp 1 Turn off the projector and wait for the power light to stop flashing 2 Unplug the power cord and any cables 3 If the projector has been on let it cool for about an hour 4 Loosen the two screws securing the lamp cover they don t come all the way out and then remove the cover Loosen the two screws securing the lamp Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws Caution Don t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure Replace the cover and tighten its screws T he projector won t work if the lamp cover is open or loose Reset the lamp usage timer as described in the next section Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp follow these steps to reset the lamp usage timer 1 2 3
10. 5 ar Adjust the EY STs FF saturation 45 46 Saving and Recalling Picture Settings Once you ve adjusted the picture using Cinema Color Editor you can save your settings in the projector s memory T hen you can use the remote control or Cinema Color Editor to easily recall them for future use To save your settings on the projector 1 Select Picture Quality then click Memory management and choose Register 1 Select File Projector Help Picture Quality PA Remote Control Picture Quality Memory Select s 3 Click i General setting Select Register Register Memory Edit Edit a management Execute 2 Onthenext screen click the Advance tab to save your settings if you ve made changes to the picture using the RGBCMY adjustments O therwise click Standard 1 Select Standard or Advance Standard Advance 2 Select an unused memory name 3 Click Register 3 Select an unused memory name then click Register Your current settings are saved to the projector s memory To use a memory setting you ve saved on the projector Access the projector s memory settings either from the remote control see page 33 or by using Cinema Color Editor asfollows 1 Select Picture Quality then click Memory management and choose Select Te Select File Projector Help Picture Quali
11. EPSON PowerLite Cinema 200 Home Theater Projector UsersGuide C opyright N otice All rights reserved N o 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 Theinformation contained herein is designed only for use with thisEPSON product EPSON isnot responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products N either SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION soperating and maintenance instructions SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as O riginal EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION EPSON isaregistered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION EPSON Extra Care EPSON Connection and EPSON Store are service marks and PrivateLine and PowerLite are registered trademarks of Epson America Inc Pixelworks and DN X are trademarks of P
12. PSON PrivateLine Support service Call 800 637 7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your projector 11 12 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 i 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 to install the optional ceiling mount bracket see page 10 for ordering information For all setups it s best to place the projector at a height where its lens is between the top and bottom of the screen That way you can keep the projector level and use the vertical lens shift knob to position the image T his produces the best looking picture Mm If you place the projector above or below screen level you ll have to tilt it up or down to aim the image at the screen this distorts the shape of the image but you can correct its shape using the projector s K eystone function see page 19 13 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 imag
13. Projection option 1 Pressthe Menu button on the remote control 2 Usethemenu navigation buttons to open the Setting menu then open the Screen menu and then select Projection 3 Choose from these options m Front if the projector is located in front of the screen for example on a table E Front Ceiling if the projector is located in front of the screen and mounted overhead m Rear if the projector is located behind the screen EH Rear Ceiling if the projector is located behind the screen and mounted overhead Selecting the Input Signal Setting O OD Power PEs cm Memory Aspect Select O o a If you re using the projector s Input A port select the correct setting for the type of video equipment you ve connected to it 1 Pressthe Menu button on the remote control 2 Usethemenu navigation buttonsto open the Setting menu then open the Input Signal menu and then select Input A 3 Choose from these options m YCbCr for a video player that outputs an NTSC signal m YPbPr for a video player that outputs an HDTV signal EH RGB Video if your video player outputs an RGB video signal Note Check the label next to the port on your video equipment if you re unsure which setting to use 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 disp
14. You can access the menu system either from the remote control or by using the buttons on the projector s control panel With the menu system you can adjust any of the settings described in this chapter You can also change the menu language and choose from various options that control how the menus display see page 28 1 Pressthe Menu button on the projector or remote control You see a screen similar to this one the actual screen depends on the equipment you ve connected Menu Power Options for highlighted menu button Image Return Main ay Picture Quality Setting Color Adjustment menu Color Mode Dynamic options Info Memory Standard Last Memory Reset Reset Select Select Enter Menu Exit Note If no equipment is connected to the projector some options may not be available 2 Usethe arrow buttons to highlight the desired option then press J to select it 3 Change any settings as needed You may have to press J to confirm your choice 4 When done press the Esc button to return to the previous menu or press the Menu button to exit 27 28 Changing How the Menu Displays U se these options to control how the menu displays on the screen mM Language Setting gt Language Select from nine languages to usein the menu system MH Menu Position Setting gt On Screen Display gt Menu Position Use the arrow buttons to choose a position on the screen for dis
15. ality gt Brightness Adjust the brightness so it s suitable for your viewing conditions For example if you re projecting in a brightly lit room or onto an especially large screen you may need to increase the brightness D ecrease the brightness for dark rooms or small screens this also reduces power consumption and fan noise and helps to prolong the life of the lamp EH Setup Level Setting gt Advanced gt Setup Level For compatibility with most video equipment sold in the U nited States set to 7 5 This adjusts the threshold at which dark areas of the image are rendered black Check your video equipment s specifications to be sure of the correct setting E Input Level Contrast Image gt Picture Quality gt Input Adjustment gt Input Level Contrast Adjustthelnput Level to set the overall brightness of theimage T hen adjust the contrast as needed If you cannot access the Input Level and C ontrast settings highlight Input Adjustment the first item in the menu list and press the J button then choose Input Level Contrast in the sub menu 30 m White Level Black Level Image gt Picture Quality gt Input Adjustment gt White Level Black Level Adjust the W hite Level so that details in the brightest parts of the image are not washed out Then adjust the Black Level so that shadow level details are still visible in the darkest parts of the image If you cannot access the W hite Level and Black Level settings
16. ally adjusts to the incoming signal It can receive these formats as composite video S video or component video which it accepts through the Video S Video and Input A Component ports respectively The projector also supports digital video SDTV HDTV and various monitor display formats T he projector s Input A port accepts SDTV and HDTV in either component video or RGB video format the Input B port accepts computer monitor signals analog RGB Digital video formats Aspect Format Signal name Resolution ratio SDTV 480i 640 x 480 4 3 480p 640 x 480 4 3 575i 768 x 576 4 3 575p 768 x 576 4 3 HDTV 720p 1280 x 720 16 9 1080i 1920 x 1080 16 9 If you re projecting from a computer set the computer s video card at a refresh rate vertical frequency that s compatible with one of the monitor formats listed below T he frequencies of some computers may not allow images to display correctly Computer monitor formats Format Resolution Refresh rate Hz VGA 640 x 480 60 VESA 640 x 480 72 75 85 SVGA 800 x 600 60 72 75 85 Mac XGA 1024 x 768 43 60 70 75 85 iMac SXGA 1280 x 1024 60 MAC13 640 x 480 67 MAC16 832 x 624 75 MAC19 1024 x 768 75 MAC21 1152 x 870 75 65 66 Aspect Ratio Settings Images can be automatically resized to display at the projector s native resolution 1280 x 720 when the Aspect setting is set to Auto If n
17. ance Standard Advance Number Memory Name 2 Select the setting 1 Memory 1 whose name you Nes HEE unsel want to change ER 5 Set unset 6 Set unset 3 Click Memory Name Change Memory Name Change Memory Reset File Read Save in File Close 3 Typeanameup to 12 charac ters long then click OK To clear a memory setting stored on the projector 1 Select Picture Quality then click Memory management and choose Edit 2 Select the setting you want to delete then click Memory Reset and confirm the deletion Maintenance Your projector needs little maintenance All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean You also need to clean the air filter periodically to prevent overheating Warming Before you clean any part of the projector turn it off and unplug the power cord Never open any cover on the projector except the lamp and filter covers Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely Do not try to service this product yourself except as specifically explained in this User s Guide The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter If another part needs replacing contact your dealer or a qualified servicer TTD Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface m Usea canister of compressed air to remove dust m Toremovedirt or smears use lens cleaning paper If necessary moisten a soft clot
18. ble 19 Filter see Air filter Flesh T one setting 31 Flickering 30 59 Focus adjustment 17 G Gain color 31 Gamma 31 75 76 H Help 61 H ome Service 7 Image adjusting 17 to 19 29 to 32 44 to 45 changing aspect ratio 23 66 to 67 positioning 19 35 resizing 23 35 selecting source 22 upside down or backwards 18 Image problems 57 to 60 Info menu 56 Input Signal setting 18 37 Interference signal 30 59 Interlaced mode setting 30 K Kensington anti theft device 8 10 Keystone buttons 9 Keystone correction 13 19 59 L Lamp checking usage timer 56 life 63 ordering 10 52 replacing 52 to 53 resetting usage timer 53 safety instructions 69 to 70 specifications 63 Language setting 28 Lens shift knobs 19 Lens cleaning 49 Lights projector 55 to 56 Lock Kensington 8 10 settings 25 M M acintosh desktop adapter 10 M emory button 9 33 M emory settings creating 33 46 deleting 34 48 renaming 48 using 33 47 M enu button 9 27 M enus available settings 28 to 37 customizing 28 using 27 M essage setting 36 M oving projector 54 N o image 57 to 58 N oise reduction 30 0 Offset 31 O utput scaling 35 p Picture problems 57 to 60 Pixelworks 7 67 Positioning image 19 Positioning projector 13 to 14 Problems picture 57 to 60 remote control 60 70 Progressive mode setting 30 Projection distance 14 63 Projector checkin
19. ctor and using the Cinema Color Editor software See page 39 E Color Intensity Image gt Picture Quality gt Color Intensity Use this setting to adjust the color saturation of the image T his setting is not available for computer images E Tint Image gt Picture Quality gt Tint Use this setting to shift the color balance between magenta and green This setting is not available for computer images E Color Temp Image gt Color Adjustment gt Color Temp gt Color Temp Use this setting to shift the color balance between red and blue Note You can also access the Color Temp setting by pressing the J button on the remote control to open an on screen line menu m Flesh Tone Image gt Color Adjustment gt Color Temp gt Flesh Tone Use this setting to make fine adjustments to the tint Controls the amount of magenta or green in the image Also useful for correcting black and white images if they look tinted Note You can also access the Flesh Tone setting by pressing the J button on the remote control to open an on screen line menu NW RGB Image gt Color Adjustment gt RGB Usethe RGB settings to fine tune the color of the image You can adjust the offset gamma and gain for each signal color red green and blue U se Offset to adjust darker shades Gamma for intermediate shades and Gain for the lightest shades 31 32 Adjustments for Computer Images In addition to the sett
20. e D o 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 T he maximum size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector s lens to the screen D epending on how you use the Zoom and other settings the actual size may be smaller U se this table as a rough guide for projector placement Projection distance Maximum image size 16 9 2 9 feet 30 in 26 x 14 in 3 9 feet 40 in 34 x 19 in 5 9 feet 60 in 52 x 29 in 7 9 feet 80 in 69 x 39 in 9 9 feet 100 in 87 x 49 in 19 9 feet 200 in 174 x 98 in 29 9 feet 300 in 261 x 147 in Also keep these considerations in mind m Makesurethereis plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector Do not set the projector on top of loose materials that could block the vents underneath m Makesurethe projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord 14 Connecting the Cables You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment such asa 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 M acintosh system You can connect up to four pieces of equipment at the same time as shown in this table Port
21. e to reflect the repair or replace on an exchange basis the defective unit without charge for parts or labor W hen warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of a part the item replaced becomes EPSON property T he exchanged product or part may be new or previously repaired to the EPSON standard of quality or at EPSON s option may be another model of like kind and quality Exchange or replacement products assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by this limited warranty except that each replacement lamp carries the limited 90 day warranty stated above What T his Warranty D oes N ot Cover T his warranty covers only normal use of the product in the United States and Canada 24 hour per day use of this product causes unusual strain and is not considered normal use T his warranty does not cover consumables e g fuses other than lamps This warranty does not apply to refurbished or reconditioned products and this warranty is not transferable EPSON isnot responsible for warranty service should the EPSON label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse abuse improper installation neglect improper shipping damage caused by disasters such as fire flood and lightning improper electrical current software problems interaction with non EPSON products or service other than by an EPSON Authorized S
22. ecessary you can select a different Aspect setting to optimize the image see page 23 T he resolution at which theimage displays for a given setting depends on the currently active picture source as listed below Analog TV Aspect setting Squeeze Format Normal Zoom Squeeze Through Through NTSC 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 596x446 794 x 446 PAL or SECAM 960x720 960x720 960x720 708x528 944 x 528 Digital component video Aspect setting Signal Squeeze Format name Normal Zoom Squeeze Through Through SDTV 480i 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 596 x 446 794 x 446 480p 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 596 x 446 794x 446 575i 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 708 x528 944 x 528 575p 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 708 x528 944 x 528 HDTV 720p 1280 x 720 1176x 664 1080i 1280x 720 Digital RGB video Aspect setting Signal Squeeze Format name Normal Zoom Squeeze Through Through SDTV 480i 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 640x480 853 x 480 480p 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 640x480 853 x 480 575i 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 768x576 1024 x 576 575p 960 x 720 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 768x576 1024 x 576 HDTV 720p 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 1080i 1280 x 720 Compute monitor formats analog RGB
23. ervicer Postage insurance or shipping costsincurred in presenting your EPSON product for carry in warranty service are your responsibility If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced in service you will be held responsible for costs incurred THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIESINCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIESOF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SOMELAWSDO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF THESE LAWS APPLY THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIESARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE UNLESS STATED HEREIN ANY STATEMENTSOR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE VOID EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THISWRITTEN WARRANTY NEITHER EPSON AMERICA INC NORITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGE INCLUDING DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY IF THE REMEDY ABOVE FAILS EPSON S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO AREFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCT COVERED BY THISLIMITED WARRANTY In Canada warranties include both warranties and conditions Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequen
24. et the projector s status lights solve problems with the picture and remote control and contact technical support en What To Do When the Lights Flash The lights on top of the projector indicate the i projector s status and let you know when a problem Powerlight occurs If the projector isn t working correctly first turn it off let it cool and unplug it Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector If this doesn t solve the problem check the status lights on top of the projector Waming light The O power light is orange The projector isin standby mode U nplug it or press the Power button to turn it on The power light is flashing green The projector is warming up W ait for the picture to appear The power light is flashing orange and you can t turn on the projector The lamp is cooling down W ait until the light stops flashing then press the Power button The power light does not come on M ake sure the power cord is connected securely both at the power outlet and the projector 55 The 6 warning light is flashing orange H igh speed cooling isin progress If the projector gets too hot again projection stops automatically M ake sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation Clean or replace the air filter if necessary see page 51 The 6 warning light is red The projector is too hot which turns off the lamp automatically Let it cool for five
25. expect one or more settings may be adjusted improperly If necessary you can restore the projector to its factory default original settings To restore the settings in a specific menu such as the Image or Setting menu open that menu select Reset and confirm as needed T he example below shows how to reset the Image menu menu Image 0 and select Reset You can also reset the lamp usage timer clear the memory settings or restore all the projector settings to their original values Follow these steps 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control 2 Open the Reset menu 3 Do oneof the following m Select Lamp Hours Reset to clear the lamp usage timer and reset it to zero see page 53 for more information m Select Memory Reset to clear any memory settings you created as described on page 33 m Select All Reset to return all projector menus to their original settings Note All Reset does not reset the lamp timer menu language Input Signal and memory settings Customizing Projector Features U se the settings in this section to adjust the image size and position suppress on screen text and select basic setup options Image Sizing Before adjusting any of these settings make sure you have already selected an appropriate aspect ratio for the type of picture you re viewing see page 23 E Output Scaling Setting gt Advanced gt Output Scaling For standard video formats this setting le
26. g status 56 cleaning 49 control panel 9 dimensions 64 feet 19 lights 55 to 56 locking 8 10 25 menus 28 to 37 parts 8 positioning 13 to 14 resetting menu options 34 storing 54 transporting 54 turning on and off 21 to 22 57 R Registration 7 Remote control buttons 9 changing batteries 50 lighting up buttons 22 problems 60 70 Replacing lamp 52 to 53 Resetting lamp usage timer 34 53 memory settings 34 48 projector settings 34 Resolution compatible formats 65 projector 63 RGB settings 31 45 RGBCMY settings 45 RS 232C serial cable 37 41 S Safety approvals 64 Safety instructions 69 to 70 Serial cable 37 41 Setup level 29 Sharpness 30 Sleep mode 37 Source buttons 9 Source selecting image 22 Specifications compatible video formats 65 electrical 64 environmental 64 general 63 lamp 63 remote control 63 Squeeze mode 23 Startup screen selecting 36 Static 59 Storing projector 54 Support s T echnical support Sync Synchronization setting 32 T T echnical support 11 61 T hrough setting 23 Tint 31 Tracking 32 Transporting projector 54 T rigger O ut setting 37 T rigger port 17 Turning on and off projector 21 to 22 57 U USB cable 37 41 V Video compatible formats 65 W Warranty 7 72 to 73 W here to Get Help 61 White level 30 77 78 Z Zoom adjustment 17 Zoom Caption setting 23 35 Zoom setting 23
27. ge looks like or use the remote control to access the Keystone function to correct its shape see page 19 Or press the 3 and OY buttons on the projector s control panel Note You won t have to use the Keystone function to correct the image as long as you place the projector level not angled up or down and at a height between the top and bottom of the screen Then use the vertical lens shift knob to position the image This produces the best looking picture The picture contains static or noise M ake sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment see page 37 If you re viewing still images and you notice flickering or horizontal lines turn on the Progressive setting see page 30 M ake sure your cables are securely connected at both ends If you re using an extension cable you may pick up interference unless you use a signal amplifier Or try turning on Noise Reduction see page 30 If you re displaying the same image on your computer and projector screen try turning off your laptop s LCD display 59 60 The picture is blurry M ake sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your video equipment see page 37 T here may be dirt on the lens Clean the lens as described on page 49 Adjust the focus see page 17 M ake sure thelensis not fogged by condensation If you ve just moved the projector from acold environment wait a couple of minutes before using it Adjust the Shar
28. ght istoo bright Certain types of fluorescent lighting are used Other equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiant room heater isin the room If you experience problems try the following T he remote control s batteries may below on power replace them Dim the ambient lighting and or turn off any fluorescent lights Close any window coverings and or move the projector out of direct sunlight Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy AAA FCC Compliance Statement For United States U sers This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception H owever there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures m Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna m Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver m Connect the equipment into an outlet on a c
29. gs using the projector s menu system See page 29 or the Cinema Color Editor software see page 39 You can also create your own customized groups of settings see page 33 Locking the Projector The projector includes various Lock settings to prevent the image from being accidentally changed once it s adjusted and to keep children from turning on the projector without adult Supervision To access the Lock settings follow these steps 1 Pressthe Menu button on the remote control N A 2 Usethemenu navigation buttons to open the Setting menu then open the Operation menu and then select Lock Setting Udi utton 3 Choose from these options m Focus Lock to prevent the focus from being changed saa m Zoom Lock to prevent the picture size from nn being changed a m Child Lock to make it more difficult to turn on ee the projector from the control panel but does not affect operation of the remote control To turn on the projector either use the remote control or press and hold the projector s Power button for at least 3 seconds E Key Lock to disable all the buttons on the projector s control panel 25 26 Making Adjustments You can use the projector s on screen menus to adjust the image quality such as the brightness contrast sharpness and color You can also change how the menus display sleep mode settings and other projector features AAA Using the Menu System
30. h with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface Caution Never rub the lens with abrasive materials Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case turn off the projector and unplug the power cord m Toremovedirt or dust wipe the case with a soft dry lint free cloth m Toremovestubborn dirt or stains moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent T hen wipe the case Caution Never use wax alcohol benzene thinner or other chemical detergents These can damage the case 49 50 ee Changing the Remote Control s Batteries The remote control uses two AA batteries If you suspect they are weak take the remote control to a darkened room and press the illumination button If the buttons on the remote control do not glow red replace the batteries as described below Warming Keep batteries away from children If a battery should be swallowed contact your doctor immediately 1 Release the tab and lift open the cover 3 Replace the cover AAA Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter Clean the air filter on the bottom of the projector after every 100 hours of use If it s not cleaned periodically it can become clogged with dust preventing proper ventilation T his can cause overheating and damage the projector 1 Turn off the projector and wait for the power light to stop flashing 2 Unplug the power cord and disconnect any cables 3 Turn the projector over Then use a small vacuum
31. he image and darken the screen without turning off the projector press the Blank button Press the Blank button again to return to normal viewing Choosing the Aspect Ratio Composite and S video signals are sized automatically to fit on your screen when Auto is selected as the Aspect setting If you re viewing a component video signal you may need to change the size of the image or aspect ratio by pressing the Aspect button on the renote control m If your video source is connected to the projector s Video or S Video port select Auto to automatically display your image in the correct size m ftheAuto option is unavailable when the source is connected to the Input A or B port you ll most likely want to choose one of these settings Normal for standard TV broadcasts computer images or images having a 4 3 aspect ratio Zoom for images recorded in 16 9 wide screen format 4 3 image using Normal setting 16 9 image using Zoom setting gt On occasion you may wish to select one of these options m Squeeze for DVDs or video recordings made in a compressed or anamorphic 16 9 format sometimes called Squeeze M ode E Through if your image is smaller than 1280 x 720 pixels and you want to display it at its original pixel size without resizing it to fit on the screen EH Squeeze Through if your image is recorded in Squeeze M ode is smaller than 1280 x 720 pixels and you want to display it a
32. highlight Input Adjustment the first item in the menu list and press the J button then choose White Level Black Level in the sub menu Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings If the image looks fuzzy or if it contains noise or flickering you can use these settings to correct it m Sharpness Image gt Picture Quality gt Sharpness Use this function to make lines and edges appear more distinct in the image EH Progressive Setting gt Advanced gt Progressive Leave this setting off in interlaced mode when viewing images containing a lot of movement such as videos and DVDs If you notice horizontal lines or flickering when viewing still images such as computer graphics or digital camera photos or when pausing videos turn the setting on to convert interlaced mode to progressive mM Noise Reduction Setting gt Advanced gt Noise Reduction Leave this setting off unless viewing images from a weak signal with a lot of noise Turning the setting on suppresses interference and makes images appear softer available only if the image source is set to Video or S Video Color Settings If the image colors don t look correct you can adjust them using these settings U se the first three settings described below to make the most visible changes If you only need to make slight adjustments you can fine tune the picture with the last two settings Note You can also make color adjustments by attaching a PC or laptop to the proje
33. ings described above you can adjust the T racking and Sync settings for analog RGB computer images N ormally these settings are adjusted automatically by the projector If you notice that the image is blurry or contains dark vertical bands you may need to adjust the settings yourself E Auto Setup Image gt Auto Setup Leave this setting on so that the projector automatically adjusts the tracking sync and position of the image E Tracking Image gt Picture Quality gt Tracking Adjust the tracking to eliminate vertical bands Easiest to adjust when the image contains a lot of fine detail such as black text on a white background ess ooo AS Est feed fev fev Feel Fest iaa mM Sync Image gt Picture Quality gt Sync Adjust the synchronization to eliminate blurriness For best results make sure the tracking is properly adjusted first edad ad pa fad Cana rita Saving and Resetting Menu Selections Once you ve adjusted the picture settings you can save them as a group using the M enory feature T his lets you easily recall them and switch from one group of settings to another You can save up to six groups of settings If necessary you can use the projector s reset options to restore its factory default settings You can clear all the settings or just the settings in a specific menu Creating Memory Settings After adjusting the picture to your liking you can save your settings as a group in
34. ion screen automatically Sleep Mode Setting gt Operation gt Sleep Mode T urn off this setting if you don t want the projector to enter sleep mode Sleep mode shuts the projector off automatically after 30 minutes when there is no video signal Leave the setting on to conserve power and extend the life of the lamp Lock Setting Setting gt Operation gt Lock Setting Lets you lock the projector s focus and zoom settings Also lets you lock the buttons on the projector s control panel or set a child lock that makes it more difficult to turn on the projector See page 25 37 38 Using Cinema Color Editor You can use the Cinema Color Editor software that came with your projector to adjust each color in the picture individually You can also use the software to operate the projector in place of your remote control letting you switch image sources adjust the picture s aspect ratio or change image quality settings O nce you ve adjusted the picture to your liking you can save your settings so you can easily recall them for future use Setting Up Your Computer Before using Cinema Color Editor follow the instructions in this section to install the software and connect the projector to your computer System Requirements You can install Cinema Color Editor on any Windows or M acintosh system that meets these minimum requirements Windows Macintosh Microsoft Windows 98 SE 2000 Macintosh OS 8 6 thr
35. ircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected m Consult the dealer or an experienced radio T V technician for help WARNING The connection of anon shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device If this equipment has more than one interface connector do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces C hanges or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment For Canadian U sers This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference C ausing Equipment Regulations 71 72 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals and or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We EPSON AMERICA INC Located at 3840 Kilroy Airport W ay MS 3 13 Long Beach CA 90806 2469 Telephone 562 290 5254 D eclare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules asa Class B digital device Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards Records maintained continu
36. ixelworks Inc General N otice O ther product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks Copyright 2003 by Epson America Inc 10 03 CPD 17301 Contents Introduction Registration and W arranty Projector Parts Projection Controls O ptional Accessories Using This M anual Getting M ore Information Setting Up the Projector Choosing a Location Connecting the C ables Other Connections Displaying and Adjusting the I mage Focusing and Zooming the I mage Inverting and M irroring the Image Selecting the Input Signal Setting Positioning the mage Performing K eystone Correction Basic Operation Turning On the Projector T urning the Projector O ff Selecting the Image Source Choosing the Aspect Ratio Choosing the Color M ode Locking the Projector Making Adjustments Using the M enu System Changing H ow theM enu Displays Adjusting the mage Q uality Brightness and C ontrast Settings Sharpness and Picture Q uality Settings Color Settings Adjustments for Computer Images Saving and Resetting M enu Selections Creating M emory Settings Resetting the Projector Customizing Projector Features Image Sizing Screen O ptions Other Setup O ptions Using Cinema Color Editor Setting U p Your Computer System Requirements Installing the Software Connecting to the Computer Using Cinema Color Editor Remote Control O perati
37. l to turn on the projector see page 25 If you ve set the Child Lock use the remote control or press and hold the Power button on the projector for at least 3 seconds to turn it on see page 25 No picture appears on the screen or you see the message No Signal displayed Press the Source button on the projector or one of the Source buttons on the remote control to select the correct input source Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button Press the Blank button on the remote control to make sure the picture hasn t been turned off temporarily Check that the power light is green not flashing and the lens cover is off T he projector may bein standby or sleep mode If the power light is orange press the Power button to turn the projector back on M ake sure your video equipment is turned on M ake sure your cable s are connected correctly see page 15 You re using a computer and no picture appears on the screen If you re using aPC Press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor It s often labeled with an icon such as 2 0 but it may also be labeled CRT LCD You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it Check your laptop s manual or online help On most systems the 8 0 key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector or display on both at the same time Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it If the fu
38. lay a test pattem to facilitate adjustment Press the Pattern button on the remote control then select Cross hatching 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 feet until the image is positioned correctly You can also use the feet to correct the angle of the image if it s tilted Performing Keystone Correction If the projected image looks like or usethe Keystone function to correct its shape Note If the image is shaped like or the projector has been placed off to the side of the screen and angled toward it Face the projector straight ahead instead of at the center of the screen then use the horizontal lens shift knob to center the image To perform keystone correction 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control 2 Usethemenu navigation buttons to open the Setting menu then open the Screen menu and then select Keystone 3 Usethe arrow buttons to adjust the shape of the image 4 Pressthe Menu button when done 19 20 Basic Operation M ake sure the projector is set up as described on page 13 then follow the instructions below to turn it on and display an image Tuming On the Projector 1 Removethelens cap 2 Press the On button on the remote control or press the Tum on the projector Power button on the projector Note If this is your first time using the remote control make
39. n Don t place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table Also don t use the projector near water or sources of heat U se the type of power source indicated on the projector If you re not sure of the power available consult your dealer or power company Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged Don t insert the plug into an outlet with dust present and insert the plug firmly into the outlet Failure to do so could result in sparks or fire Don t overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles T his can cause fire or electric shock Don t block the slots and openings in the projector case T hey provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating Don t operate the projector on a sofa rug or other soft surface or in a closed in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided N ever push objects through the cabinet slots or spill liquid into the projector Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed if liquid has been spilled into the projector or if it has been exposed to rain or water if it doesn t operate normally when you follow the operating instructions or if it exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service if it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged 69 70 Don t
40. name Video equipment connection Computer connection Video Use a standard RCA video cable 1 Use a standard S video cable EM J Input A Component Use a standard component video cable with RCA style connectors a ZI gt cn Select YCbCr YPbPr or RGB Video as the Input Signal setting see page 18 Use a standard VGA computer cable Note For details on compatible video formats see page 65 15 Connect your video or computer equipment to these ports Connect a computer to this port a Component D4 used mainly Cb Pb Cr Pr ay B R A pr in J apan Trigger out 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 E Power cable Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet The power light on the projector s control panel turns orange when the projector is receiving power and isin standby mode E Control RS 232C and lt gt USB ports Connect a computer to one of these ports to usethe Cinema Color Edi
41. nction key doesn t let you display simultaneously on both screens you might need to use the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure that both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled From the Control Panel open the Display 57 58 utility In the Display Properties dialog box click the Settings tab then click Advanced T hemethod for adjusting the setting varies from computer to computer you may need to click a Monitor tab then make sure the external M onitor port is set as your primary display or enabled See your computer manual or online help for details If you re using aM acintosh with OS X 1 2 3 Select System Preferences from the Apple menu and click Displays Click Detect Displays To display the entire desktop on both your projector screen and LCD screen click the Arrange tab If you don t see this tab make sure it isn t hidden by another window Click Mirror Displays in the lower corner of the screen O ne of the monitor icons automatically moves on top of the other Click here If you re using aM acintosh with OS 9 x or earlier l If the Arrange option isn t available From the Apple menu select Control Panels then click Monitors and Sound Click the Arrange icon and then drag one monitor icon on top of the other you may need to select one of the Simulscan resolutions Click the Monitor icon and then select a Simulscan resolution from the Resolution bo
42. on and receive technical advice through e mail To usethe EPSON PrivateLine Support service call 800 637 7661 and enter the PIN on the EPSON PrivateLine Support card that came with your projector T his is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative and it s free This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time M onday through Friday for the duration of your warranty period You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers m U S 562 276 4394 6 Am to 6 PM Pacific Time M onday through Friday m Canada 905 709 3839 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time M onday through Friday Toll or long distance charges may apply Before you call please have the following information ready m Product name EPSON PowerLite Cinema 200 m Product serial number located on the bottom of the projector m Computer configuration if you re connected to a computer m Description of the problem You can purchase screens carrying cases or other accessories from EPSON at 800 873 7766 or by visiting the EPSON Store at www epsonstore com U S sales only In Canada please call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral 61 62 Specifications General T ype of display Size of LCD panels Lens Resolution native format Brightness Color reproduction Contrast ratio Image size Projection distance Zoom ratio Aspect ratio N oise level K eystone correction Lamp Type Power consumption Lam
43. ons Adjusting the Picture Q uality Adjusting the Color Saving and Recalling Picture Settings M anaging Your Settings 27 27 28 29 29 31 REBORN Saag BRSGERERESSS SB Maintenance Cleaning the Lens Cleaning the Projector Case Changing the Remote Control s Batteries Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter Replacing the Lamp Resetting the Lamp U sage Timer Storing the Projector Transporting the Projector Problem Solving W hat To Do When the Lights Flash Checking the Projector Status Solving Picture Problems Solving Remote Control Problems W hereT o Get Help Specifications General Lamp Remote Control Dimensions Electrical Environmental Safety Compatible Video Formats Aspect Ratio Settings 22898940 ELUNE 8888 SALLLLEDAS Notices Important Safety Information Remote C ontrol Information FCC Compliance Statenent D eclaration of Conformity Epson America Inc Limited W arranty Index 69 70 71 72 72 75 Introduction The EPSON PowerLite Cinema 200 projector lets you enjoy theater quality images in the relaxing environment of your own home D esigned especially for home cinema use it offers these outstanding features m 1280 x 720 resolution 800 1 contrast ratio and up to 1300 lumens for incredibly rich sharp images m Pixelworks Digital N atural Expression technology to make fast moving images appear clear and lifelike m True16 9 wideformat projection m Flexible
44. ough 9 x OS X NT 4 0 Me or XP 10 1 5 or later Pentium MM X 166 MHz or better Power Macintosh G3 300 MHz or better 10MB RAM 2MB hard disk space 7MB RAM 5MB hard disk space XGA 1024 x 768 or better display adapter and monitor 39 40 Installing the Software Follow these steps to install the software 1 2 3 Insert the Cinema Color Editor CD ROM in your computer Turn off any anti virus software that may be running then click Continue Read the license agreement and click Agree You see this screen EPSON PROJECTOR UTILITIES Click the Install button to get started Cinema Color Editor EPSON Projector USB Virtual COM Driver Not shown for Macintosh EPSON Custom Language Exit Install Click Install and follow the on screen instructions to perform the installation Caution If you will be using a USB cable to connect to your computer be sure to let the USB driver install as part of the installation sequence At the last screen click Exit EPSON PROJECTOR UTILITIES Restart your computer if prompted M acintosh wareiin on ly Congratulations Installation is complete Connecting to the Computer Follow these steps to connect to your computer 1 Connect the projector to your computer using either a USB cable included with your projector or an RS 232C serial cable Note You can use any standard commercially available USB or serial cable
45. p life Part number Remote Control Range Batteries Poly silicon TFT active matrix 0 7 inch 18 mm wide F 2 1 to 2 8 f 21 4 to 31 7 mm 1280 x 720 pixels 720p 1300 AN SI lumens maximum D ynamic Living Room color mode 24 bit 16 8 million colors 800 1 30 to 300 inches 0 76 to 7 6 m 2 9 to 37 feet 0 9 to 11 3 m 1 15 16 9 37 dB Dynamic Living Room color mode 28 dB N atural T heatre sRBG color mode Vertical 15 to 15 UHE Ultra H igh Efficiency 200 W Approx 1700 hours D ynamic Living Room color mode Approx 3000 hours N atural T heatre sRBG color mode V13H 010L28 Approx 30 feet 10 m AA x2 63 64 Dimensions H eight W idth D epth W eight Electrical Rated frequency Power supply Power consumption Environmental Temperature H umidity Safety United States Canada CE Marking 4 5 inches 114 mm 17 3 inches 440 mm 12 6 inches 320 mm 11 8 Ib 5 3 kg 50 60 H ZAC 100 to 120 VAC 3 0A 200 to 240 VAC 1 4 A Operating 270 W max Standby 0 3 W O perating 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C Storage 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C O perating 20 to 80 RH non condensing Storage 10 to 90 RH non condensing FCC 47CFR Part 15B Class B DoC UL1950 Rev 3 ICES 003 Class B CSA C22 2 No 950 95 cU L Directive 89 336 EEC EN 55022 EN 55024 Compatible Video Formats The projector supports analog video in NTSC PAL and SECAM formats and it automatic
46. place the projector where the cord can be walked on T his may result in fraying or damage to the plug U nplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning U se a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners T his product includes alamp component that contains mercury Please consult your state and local regulations regarding proper disposal or recycling and do not place in the trash Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when not in use for extended periods Don t place the projector or remote control on top of heat producing equipment If you use the projector in a country other than where you purchased it use the correct power cord for that country Don t stand on the projector or place heavy objects on it Don t use the projector outside of the required temperature range of 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C Doing so may cause an unstable display and could lead to projector damage Don t store the projector outside of the required temperature range of 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C or in direct sunlight for long periods of time D oing so may cause damage to the case I Remote Control Information You can operate the projector by remote control via a line of sight infrared IR receiver at the front and rear of the projector The projector may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions Thereisan object between the remote control and the IR receiver on the projector Ambient li
47. playing the menu MH Navigation Bar Setting gt On Screen Display gt Navigation Bar Select whether to display the navigation bar which prompts you on which buttons to push to choose Setting calir Adjutant su menu options Info Memory Standard Last Memory Reset Reset Tmage Return Picture Quality Navigation bar 11 select Select Enter Menu Exit mM Menu Color Setting gt On Screen Display gt Menu Color Select a color scheme for display the menus AAA Adjusting the Image Quality Before fine tuning the image using these adjustments make sure you have already selected the best Color M odefor your picture and viewing environment as described on page 24 T he Color M ode adjusts various settings to approximately correct levels simplifying your adjustment of the picture M ost image quality settings are saved independently for each input source Video S Video Input A Input B After you finish adjusting the settings for one input source be sureto switch to each additional input source you ll be using and make any necessary adjustments Brightness and Contrast Settings The Brightness setting controls how much light is produced by the projector lamp and the other settings listed below control how the projector interpretsthe light and dark areas of the picture Adjust the Brightness first then fine tune the image with the other settings as described E Brightness Image gt Picture Qu
48. pness setting see page 30 If you re projecting from a computer you may need to adjust the Tracking and Sync settings see page 32 The colors on the screen don t look right M ake sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment see page 37 Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to select a different color mode Check the brightness and contrast settings described on page 29 Fine tune the colors with the settings listed on page 31 You can also use Cinema Color Editor to adjust each color individually see page 39 If the picture looks dark you may need to replace the lamp Check the lamp usage timer to see how long the lamp has been in use see page 56 Replace the lamp if it s close to 1700 hours En Solving Remote Control Problems The projector doesn t respond to remote control commands M ake sure you re within about 30 feet of the projector and the remote control is not angled away from the projector by more than 30 in any direction You may need to replace the remote control s batteries see page 50 Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights M ake sure the projector is not in direct sunlight Turn off nearby equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiant room heater Where To Get Help EPSON provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at http support epson com H ere you can access troubleshooting information download product documentati
49. reen Display gt Startup Screen Turn this setting off if you want to prevent the EPSON logo from appearing while the projector is warming up Other Setup Options E Keystone Setting gt Screen gt Zoom Caption Adjusts the shape of the image if the left and right sides are not parallel after tilting the projector up or down at the screen see page 19 E Projection Setting gt Screen gt Projection M irrors and or inverts the image for front rear and overhead projection Input Signal Setting gt Input Signal Adjust these settings for the type of equipment connected to the projector Video Signal Leave this setting on Auto so the projector can automatically interpret the picture only affects images displayed through the Video or S Video port Input A Change this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the Input A port If necessary check the label on your equipment to match the setting D4 Change this setting to match the type of equipment connected to the D 4 port used mainly in Japan COM Port Setting gt Operation gt COM Port Select the type of cable you ve connected to your PC or laptop for running the Cinema Color Editor software Choose USB or RS 232C for a serial cable Trigger Out Setting gt Operation gt Trigger Out Turn on this setting if you want the Trigger out port to output a 12 volt signal while the projector is operating You can use this to raise or lower your project
50. setup configurations including front or rear projection and ceiling mounted with a screen trigger port to automatically raise and lower your projection screen m Vertical and horizontal lens shift to position the image without distortion m Adjustable color modes to quickly optimize viewing for different lighting environments and Cinema Color Editor software for making fine custom color adjustments m Electronic zoom and focus for precise image adjustment m Parental control using the projector s child lock Registration and Warranty The EPSON PowerLite Cinema 200 comes with a basic two year carry in warranty For details see page 72 In addition for customers who register their projector EPSON offers free Extra C are H ome Service In the unlikely event of an equipment failure you won t have to wait for your unit to be repaired Instead EPSON will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the U nited States or Canada usually via overnight delivery See your Extra Care H ome Service brochure for details To register simply fill out the registration card that came with your projector and mail t to EPSON Or you can register online at http www epson com webreg Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories products and service Projector Parts Projection Controls 10 Optional Accessories EPSON provides the following optional accessories for the projector
51. sure batteries are installed as described on page 50 To keep children from tuming on the projector you can use the projector s Child Lock see page 25 The projector takes about 30 seconds to warm up and _ Power display an image If you don t seea picture you may Menu need to change the image source as described on the aa next page 21 22 Turing the Projector Off To turn off the projector press the Off button on the remote control or press the Power button on the projector twice Let the projector cool while the power light flashes red about 30 seconds Once the light stops flashing and stays on it s safe to unplug the projector Caution Turn the projector off when not in use Continuous 24 hour a day use may reduce its overall life Never unplug the projector without pressing the Off button and letting it cool or you could damage the projector and reduce lamp life Selecting the Image Source T he Source buttons let you switch between images output from different pieces of equipment connected to the projector such asa DVD player cable or satellite box or video game console If you don t see the image you want press the Source button that corresponds to the port to which your video source is connected For example Note If you re projecting in a darkened room press the button located near the bottom of the remote control This lights up all the keys To temporarily tum off t
52. t its original pixel size Note If you display a 4 3 image using the Zoom setting the edges of the image will be cut off You can use the Zoom Caption option to resize and reposition the image to your liking see page 35 For details on how the projector resizes the picture size when you choose an Aspect setting see page 66 23 24 Choosing the Color Mode You can change the Color M ode to automatically adjust brightness contrast and color letting you quickly optimize the projected image for various lighting environments You can also select a different color mode for each input source which is useful if you view different types of images from different sources For example you might set the S Video source to Living Room if it s usually used for watching movies and then set the Video source to Dynamic for playing video games Select the image source you want to adjust then press the Color Mode button on the remote control Choose from these settings m Dynamic for projecting in bright rooms images retain their natural color EH Living Room for projecting in rooms with subdued lighting images retain their natural color m Natural for projecting in darkened rooms increases contrast and makes flesh tones appear more natural E Theatre for projecting movies with dark scenes m sRGB for projecting computer images that conform to the sRGB color standard Note You can fine tune the color and other image quality settin
53. the projector s memory T his stores all the image quality settings described on pages 29 through 32 plus the Aspect and Color M ode settings pages 23 and 24 1 2 3 Press the Menu button on the remote control Open the Image menu then select Memory Standard Select the memory name you want to use then press the J button Your settings are saved Note Saved settings are indicated by a green 0 highlight next to the memory name If you select a name that is already in use the existing contents will be erased and the new settings saved in their place You can use Cinema Color Editor to customize the names of the settings see page 48 O Once you have created one or more memory settings you can easily recall them 1 Press the Memory button on the remote control e 2 If you ve used Cinema Color Editor to create Power advanced memory settings choose Standard or Advance to select the type of setting you want to use o 3 Usethe arrow buttons to select the desired setting then pressthe button v o O ae Note The Last Memory option is available only if you ve created advanced memory settings using Cinema Color Editor Select Last Memory if you want to retum to the last standard memory setting that was used After a moment the image appears on the screen using your selected setting O 33 34 Resetting the Projector If the image quality isn t what you
54. tial damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you T his warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction To locate the Authorized EPSON Servicer nearest you call the EPSON Connection at 800 637 7661 PIN or 562 276 4394 in the U S and 905 709 3839 in Canada or write to Epson America Inc P O Box 93012 Long Beach CA 90809 3012 73 74 Index A Accessories 10 61 Air filter cleaning and replacing 51 ordering 10 Anti theft device 8 10 Aspect button 9 23 59 Aspect ratio selecting 23 66 to 67 Background Color setting 36 Batteries changing 50 Black level 30 Blank button 9 22 Blurry picture 60 Brightness setting 29 specification 63 C Cables connecting 15 to 17 Child lock 25 Cinema Color Editor setting up 39 to 41 using 42 to 48 Cleaning air filter 51 lens and projector case 49 Color adjusting 31 44 to 45 problems 60 Color Mode 9 24 60 Color Temp setting 31 COM Port setting 37 Computer displaying an image 57 to 58 Contrast ratio 63 Contrast setting 29 Control panel projector 9 D Declaration of Conformity 72 Desktop adapter M acintosh 10 Documentation 11 Electrical requirements 64 EPSON accessories 10 61 Home Service 7 PrivateLine Support 61 technical support 11 61 warranty 7 72 to 73 F FCC Compliance Statement 71 Feet adjusta
55. tor software See page 41 for details 16 E Trigger out port This port outputs a 12 volt DC signal when the projector is turned on T his lets a central control system monitor whether the projector ison or off and can be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector isin use Connect to it using a 3 5 mm mini jack cable as shown AAA Displaying and Adjusting the Image M ake sure your video or computer equipment is turned on then turn on the projector as described on page 21 If necessary select the correct source to display the image see page 22 Note If you turn on the connected equipment before starting the projector the projector automatically detects and displays the image If you tum on the projector first or have multiple pieces of connected equipment you may have to select the source manually If an image does not appear check the troubleshooting tips on page 57 Focusing and Zooming the Image To adjust the sharpness or size of the image 1 Press the Focus or Zoom button on the projector or remote control You see this screen 2 Usethe arrow buttonsto adjust the image Note If you use the remote control you can stand close to the screen while focusing the image This lets you adjust the picture more precisely 3 Press ESC when done 17 18 Inverting and Mirroring the Image If the image is displayed upside down or backward select the correct
56. ts Page reference z Input Adjustment pages 29 and 30 General setting Brightness page 29 Color Intensity page 31 Tint page 31 Sharpness page 30 Color Temp and Flesh Tone page 31 r Color Mode page 24 Adustment of Image Color Adjustment page 45 Progressive page 30 Advanced Output Scaling page 35 Setup Level page 29 44 Adjusting the Color You can use the Color Adjustment settings to fine tune the color of the image If you select RGB asthe color mode you can adjust the offset gamma and gain for each signal color red green and blue Or select RGBCM Y to adjust the hue and saturation for each of six colors 1 Select Picture Quality then click Adjustment of image 1 Select Picture Quality 2 Click Adjustment of image al General setting Adjustment of image Memory management Color Mode o ynamic Color Adjustment C RGB RGBCMY Adjust 3 Select the 4 Click Adjust color mode 2 Select one of the following color modes then click Adjust m RGB Lets you adjust the offset gamma and gain for each signal color U se Offset to adjust darker shades Gamma for intermediate shades and Gain for the lightest shades m RGBCMY Lets you adjust the hue and saturation for each of six colors as shown on the color palette below After moving a slider bar click Apply Adjust the hue red green blue cyan magenta yellow LS
57. ts you see the edges of the image that are not normally visiblein the picture Select Larger to view component video and RGB video at 100 size composite video and S video formats are shown at 95 Normal displays images at 92 size For analog RGB computer signals select Smaller to show a slightly reduced image if you see interference at the top or bottom of the screen Normal displays images at 100 MH Position Setting gt Screen gt Position Use the arrow buttons to fine tune the position of the image on the screen m Zoom Caption Setting gt Screen gt Zoom Caption Lets you adjust the shape and position of the image so that subtitles are visible available only if the aspect ratio has been set to Zoom U se Vertical Size to adjust the proportions of the image and Zoom Position to move the image up or down 35 Screen Options E Message Setting gt On Screen Display gt Message Turn this setting off if you want to prevent on screen messages from appearing such as the no signal message or the identifying text that appears when you switch between image sources or color modes m Background Color Setting gt On Screen Display gt Background Color Changes the screen that s used when the projector is not receiving a signal or when you press the Blank button to temporarily stop projection Select Blue instead of Black or Logo to display the EPSON logo on a black background m Startup Screen Setting gt On Sc
58. ty 3 Click Select 2 Click Memory management 1 Select Standard or Advance Number Memory Name 2 Select the setting you want to use 3 Click Select 3 Select the desired memory setting then click Select After a moment your image appears on the screen using the selected setting 47 48 Managing Your Settings In addition to your projector s twelve memory settings Six standard and six advanced you can store any number of settings on your computer s hard drive You can also use Cinema Color Editor to rename or delete memory settings stored on your projector To save or recall settings on your computer In Cinema Color Editor open the File menu then choose one of the following m Save setting to store the current Cinema Color Editor settings on your computer s hard drive m Set from file to adjust the picture from settings previously saved on your hard drive Note You can also transfer settings directly between the projector s memory and your computer s hard drive using the File Read and Save In File buttons shown in the figure below To rename a memory setting stored on the projector 1 Select Picture Quality then click Memory management and choose Edit 2 Click the tab where your setting is stored Standard or Advance select the setting whose name you want to change then click Memory Name Change Mi Edt 1 Select Standard Zn or Adv
59. x Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up EPSONPJ 1 E Q De 4 ww Monitor Arrange Monitor To relocate the am ke E To to dul ev ae A E Y Ea min Bar Lu Identify the monitors O Identify the startup screen Use Defaults Click here Drag one monitoricon on top of the other The picture is upside down or reversed Change the Projection setting in the menu system see page 36 Only part of the picture is displayed or the picture is distorted Press the Aspect button to select a different aspect ratio see page 23 If the Aspect is set to Zoom you may need to use the Zoom Caption option to see the top or bottom section of the screen so that subtitles are visible See page 35 Check the Output Scaling to make sure it s adjusted correctly see page 35 Use the Position setting to reposition the image on the screen see page 35 If you ve connected a computer and you see only half the image make sure the computer s D ual Display setting is turned off The picture isn t rectangular If the image looks like or __ the projector has been placed off to one side of the screen and angled toward it Face the projector straight ahead instead of at the center of the screen then use the horizontal lens shift knob to center the image see page 19 If the ima
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