ESC/VP Level 21 Communication Manual (Home Projectors)
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...If you do not agree to the "LICENSE AGREEMENT", please do not utilize this user's guide. EPSON shall not be liable for the purpose of using it. 3. Copyright of the "LICENSE AGREEMENT". EPSON grants you to print out and use only 1 set of the user's guide only for any ... terms of "ESC/VP21 Command User's Guide" (hereafter referred to as user's guide) is at your acceptance of the whole of EPSON. 2. Please read carefully the following "LICENSE AGREEMENT" before using the EPSON projector. Downloading the User's Guide indicates your own risk. You expressly acknowledge and agree that...
...If you do not agree to the "LICENSE AGREEMENT", please do not utilize this user's guide. EPSON shall not be liable for the purpose of using it. 3. Copyright of the "LICENSE AGREEMENT". EPSON grants you to print out and use only 1 set of the user's guide only for any ... terms of "ESC/VP21 Command User's Guide" (hereafter referred to as user's guide) is at your acceptance of the whole of EPSON. 2. Please read carefully the following "LICENSE AGREEMENT" before using the EPSON projector. Downloading the User's Guide indicates your own risk. You expressly acknowledge and agree that...
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...the DNX logo are trademarks of Epson America, Inc. Epson disclaims any and all rights in any form or by Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson is a registered trademark, and Epson Exceed Your Vision, Crystal Fine, and 1080Perfect are trademarks of this Epson product. The information contained herein is...third parties for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are service marks of Seiko Epson Corporation. PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered trademarks, AccuCinema is designed ...
...the DNX logo are trademarks of Epson America, Inc. Epson disclaims any and all rights in any form or by Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson is a registered trademark, and Epson Exceed Your Vision, Crystal Fine, and 1080Perfect are trademarks of this Epson product. The information contained herein is...third parties for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are service marks of Seiko Epson Corporation. PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered trademarks, AccuCinema is designed ...
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Contents Introduction Projector Parts Front Back Bottom Projector Control Panel Remote Control Button Map Optional Accessories Registration and Warranty Using This Manual Setting Up the Projector Choosing a Location Installing the Projector Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment Making Other Connections Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector Turning Off the Projector Selecting the Image Source Positioning the Image Making Basic Adjustments Focusing and Zooming Choosing the Aspect Ratio Choosing the Color Mode...
Contents Introduction Projector Parts Front Back Bottom Projector Control Panel Remote Control Button Map Optional Accessories Registration and Warranty Using This Manual Setting Up the Projector Choosing a Location Installing the Projector Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment Making Other Connections Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector Turning Off the Projector Selecting the Image Source Positioning the Image Making Basic Adjustments Focusing and Zooming Choosing the Aspect Ratio Choosing the Color Mode...
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Adjusting Color Temperature, Skin Tone, and Gamma 30 Adjusting the Gamma Setting 31 Locking the Projector 32 Making Detailed Adjustments 33 Using the Menu System 33 Changing How the Menus Display 35 Adjusting the Picture Quality 35 Input Brightness Settings 35 Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings 37 Color Settings 38 Adjustments for Computer Images 40 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 41 Selecting Memory Settings 41 Creating Memory Settings 41 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 42 Resetting the Projector 42 Customizing Projector Features 43 ...
Adjusting Color Temperature, Skin Tone, and Gamma 30 Adjusting the Gamma Setting 31 Locking the Projector 32 Making Detailed Adjustments 33 Using the Menu System 33 Changing How the Menus Display 35 Adjusting the Picture Quality 35 Input Brightness Settings 35 Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings 37 Color Settings 38 Adjustments for Computer Images 40 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 41 Selecting Memory Settings 41 Creating Memory Settings 41 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 42 Resetting the Projector 42 Customizing Projector Features 43 ...
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Problem Solving 55 What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 55 Solving Picture Problems 56 Solving Remote Control Problems 59 Where To Get Help 60 Specifications 61 General 61 Lamp 61 Remote Control 61 Dimensions 62 Electrical 62 Environmental 62 Safety 62 Compatible Video Formats 63 ESC/VP21 Command Codes 65 Notices 67 Important Safety Information 67 FCC Compliance Statement 69 Declaration of Conformity 70 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 71 Index 73 Contents 5
Problem Solving 55 What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 55 Solving Picture Problems 56 Solving Remote Control Problems 59 Where To Get Help 60 Specifications 61 General 61 Lamp 61 Remote Control 61 Dimensions 62 Electrical 62 Environmental 62 Safety 62 Compatible Video Formats 63 ESC/VP21 Command Codes 65 Notices 67 Important Safety Information 67 FCC Compliance Statement 69 Declaration of Conformity 70 Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 71 Index 73 Contents 5
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...these outstanding features: ■ Native 1080p (1920 × 1080) resolution, 12000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and up to quickly optimize viewing for unmatched color accuracy, with over a billion colors available ■ Epson AccuCinema™ color management delivered by the built-in the ...relaxing environment of custom color adjustments Introduction 7 Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 1080 projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in optical...
...these outstanding features: ■ Native 1080p (1920 × 1080) resolution, 12000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and up to quickly optimize viewing for unmatched color accuracy, with over a billion colors available ■ Epson AccuCinema™ color management delivered by the built-in the ...relaxing environment of custom color adjustments Introduction 7 Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 1080 projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in optical...
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Projector Parts Front Control panel Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Zoom ring Focus ring Ventilation slots Adjustable foot Infrared receiver Lens cover Back D/SCART port (used mainly in Japan) Component video ports Trigger out port Video port PC port HDMI port Infrared receiver S-Video port AC power inlet Main power switch Kensington® Control (RS-232C) port lock port 8 Introduction
Projector Parts Front Control panel Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Zoom ring Focus ring Ventilation slots Adjustable foot Infrared receiver Lens cover Back D/SCART port (used mainly in Japan) Component video ports Trigger out port Video port PC port HDMI port Infrared receiver S-Video port AC power inlet Main power switch Kensington® Control (RS-232C) port lock port 8 Introduction
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Bottom Mounting bracket connections Lamp cover Air filter Projector Control Panel Power light Power button Source button Switches the video input source Menu button Displays the menus Menu navigation buttons Esc button Exits the current menu item Aspect button Changes the picture's aspect ratio Warning light Select button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Introduction 9
Bottom Mounting bracket connections Lamp cover Air filter Projector Control Panel Power light Power button Source button Switches the video input source Menu button Displays the menus Menu navigation buttons Esc button Exits the current menu item Aspect button Changes the picture's aspect ratio Warning light Select button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Introduction 9
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Tone button Adjusts the skin tones of the screen display ColorTemp. Remote Control Button Map Operation light Lights when you send remote control commands On and Off buttons Memory button Recalls custom picture settings Menu button Displays the projector's menus Menu navigation buttons Component button Gamma button Adjusts the gamma values of people appearing in the screen display Blank button Turns off the screen image 10 Introduction button Changes the color temperature of the screen display Pattern button Displays test patterns to adjust the image Illumination button Lights the ...
Tone button Adjusts the skin tones of the screen display ColorTemp. Remote Control Button Map Operation light Lights when you send remote control commands On and Off buttons Memory button Recalls custom picture settings Menu button Displays the projector's menus Menu navigation buttons Component button Gamma button Adjusts the gamma values of people appearing in the screen display Blank button Turns off the screen image 10 Introduction button Changes the color temperature of the screen display Pattern button Displays test patterns to adjust the image Illumination button Lights the ...
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To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Registration and Warranty The PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 comes with your projector and mail it to be repaired. In addition, for details. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you a ...replacement unit anywhere in warranty. Registering also lets you can purchase accessories from an authorized Epson reseller. To purchase online, ...
To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Registration and Warranty The PowerLite Home Cinema 1080 comes with your projector and mail it to be repaired. In addition, for details. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you a ...replacement unit anywhere in warranty. Registering also lets you can purchase accessories from an authorized Epson reseller. To purchase online, ...
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...(Frequently Asked Questions) or product information and e-mail your projector. Note: Contains important information about your questions to Epson support. Need additional help , you can use the projector, in addition to avoid bodily injury. If you need to use the... to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information. Take advantage of Epson's automated support services 24 hours a day at epson.com/support. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your ...
...(Frequently Asked Questions) or product information and e-mail your projector. Note: Contains important information about your questions to Epson support. Need additional help , you can use the projector, in addition to avoid bodily injury. If you need to use the... to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information. Take advantage of Epson's automated support services 24 hours a day at epson.com/support. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your ...
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Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for various viewing setups, as shown below. Center Side Ceiling Setting Up the Projector 13 Choosing a Location You can install the projector for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image.
Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for various viewing setups, as shown below. Center Side Ceiling Setting Up the Projector 13 Choosing a Location You can install the projector for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image.
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This produces the best-looking picture. Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Caution: Do not try to center the image on the screen. If you place the projector off to the side, aim it straight ahead (rather than at a height where its lens is between the top and bottom of the screen. Ideally, place the projector at the center of the screen), then use the horizontal lens shift dial to move the lens by the full amount. Try to be moved to position the image. Always use the vertical lens shift dial to the maximum distance in image dimensions. That way, you...
This produces the best-looking picture. Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Caution: Do not try to center the image on the screen. If you place the projector off to the side, aim it straight ahead (rather than at a height where its lens is between the top and bottom of the screen. Ideally, place the projector at the center of the screen), then use the horizontal lens shift dial to move the lens by the full amount. Try to be moved to position the image. Always use the vertical lens shift dial to the maximum distance in image dimensions. That way, you...
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... can use the Zoom ring, the actual size may be smaller. The maximum size of the image is determined by the distance from the Epson website at epson.com/support. To determine the exact image size when you know the projection distance (or the exact projection distance when you know the desired...
... can use the Zoom ring, the actual size may be smaller. The maximum size of the image is determined by the distance from the Epson website at epson.com/support. To determine the exact image size when you know the projection distance (or the exact projection distance when you know the desired...
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Also keep these considerations in mind: ■ Make sure there is within 9.8 feet of space for ventilation around and under the projector. Do not set the projector on the size of your screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the table on page 15 as a guide to the center of the lens to positioning the projector. Note the following dimensions: ■ Distance from the center of the lens to the mounting bracket holes: 2.60 inches (66 mm), 0.35 inch (8.8 mm) maximum vertical lens shift ■ Distance from the center of the projector: 4.33 inches (110 mm), 0.30 inch (7.7 mm) maximum...
Also keep these considerations in mind: ■ Make sure there is within 9.8 feet of space for ventilation around and under the projector. Do not set the projector on the size of your screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the table on page 15 as a guide to the center of the lens to positioning the projector. Note the following dimensions: ■ Distance from the center of the lens to the mounting bracket holes: 2.60 inches (66 mm), 0.35 inch (8.8 mm) maximum vertical lens shift ■ Distance from the center of the projector: 4.33 inches (110 mm), 0.30 inch (7.7 mm) maximum...
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To install, you install it must be capable of supporting a weight of 85.6 pounds. See page 11 for the projector. The wall or ceiling where you will need the optional projector mount designed for ordering information. in. 0.75 in. 3.04 in. 12.20 in. 6.30 in . Warning: When installing or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use adhesives to install the projector, which weighs 12.3 pounds. The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector: 5.18 in. 2.60 in. 15.98 in. 4.33 in. 11.81 in. 2.08 in. 4.88 5.63 in . Follow the instructions included with the mount ...
To install, you install it must be capable of supporting a weight of 85.6 pounds. See page 11 for the projector. The wall or ceiling where you will need the optional projector mount designed for ordering information. in. 0.75 in. 3.04 in. 12.20 in. 6.30 in . Warning: When installing or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use adhesives to install the projector, which weighs 12.3 pounds. The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector: 5.18 in. 2.60 in. 15.98 in. 4.33 in. 11.81 in. 2.08 in. 4.88 5.63 in . Follow the instructions included with the mount ...
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Press the Menu button on the wall or ceiling. Follow these steps: 1. Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can also connect it appears right side up. Use the navigation buttons to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple® Macintosh® system. 18 Setting Up the Projector You can connect the projector to any type of ESC/VP21 command codes on the ceiling, you will need to invert the picture so that it to select Front/Ceiling. 4. Press the Menu button when done. In addition to the tools supplied with the projector mount, you will need a ...
Press the Menu button on the wall or ceiling. Follow these steps: 1. Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can also connect it appears right side up. Use the navigation buttons to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple® Macintosh® system. 18 Setting Up the Projector You can connect the projector to any type of ESC/VP21 command codes on the ceiling, you will need to invert the picture so that it to select Front/Ceiling. 4. Press the Menu button when done. In addition to the tools supplied with the projector mount, you will need a ...
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Match corresponding colors between the cable and the ports. - Setting Up the Projector 19 You can connect up to five pieces of video equipment at the same time, using any of the commercially available cables shown below: Port name HDMI Video equipment connection* Use an HDMI cable: Computer connection* Component Use a component video cable - (with RCA-style connectors): Component video ports PC Connect the cable to a computer RGB (monitor) port: - RGB port S-Video Use an S-video cable: Use a Mini D-sub, 15-pin monitor cable to connect to the three component video ports....
Match corresponding colors between the cable and the ports. - Setting Up the Projector 19 You can connect up to five pieces of video equipment at the same time, using any of the commercially available cables shown below: Port name HDMI Video equipment connection* Use an HDMI cable: Computer connection* Component Use a component video cable - (with RCA-style connectors): Component video ports PC Connect the cable to a computer RGB (monitor) port: - RGB port S-Video Use an S-video cable: Use a Mini D-sub, 15-pin monitor cable to connect to the three component video ports....
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Connect video equipment to one of these ports Connect a computer to one of these ports If you plan to select the correct Input Signal setting for composite video). For best results, connect your equipment, or the image may not display properly (see page 23). Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you connect to the Component port, be sure to use the projector. ■ Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet. 20 Setting Up the Projector If your equipment doesn't support HDMI, connect it ...
Connect video equipment to one of these ports Connect a computer to one of these ports If you plan to select the correct Input Signal setting for composite video). For best results, connect your equipment, or the image may not display properly (see page 23). Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you connect to the Component port, be sure to use the projector. ■ Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet. 20 Setting Up the Projector If your equipment doesn't support HDMI, connect it ...