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Epson ® PowerLite ® Home Cinema 400 Series Home Theater Projector User’ s Guide PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 1 Friday, July 7, 2006 2: 24 PM.
2 Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduc ed, stored in a retrieval system, or tran smitted in any form or by any means, elec tronic, mechanical, phot ocopying, recording, or ot herwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation.
Contents 3 Contents Introduction 7 Projector Parts 8 Projector Control Panel 9 Remote Control Button Map 10 Optional Accessories 11 Registration and Warranty 11 Using This Manual 12 Setting Up the Pro.
4 Contents Making Detailed Adjustments 33 Using the Menu System 33 Changing How the Menus Display 34 Adjusting the Picture Quality 35 Input Brightne ss Settings 35 Sharpness and Picture Quality Settin.
Contents 5 Problem Solving 55 What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 55 Solving Picture Problems 56 Solving Remote Control Problems 60 Where To Get Help 60 Specifications 61 General 61 Lamp 61 Re.
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Introduction 7 Introduction The Epson® PowerLite® Home Cinema 400 Series proj ector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the re laxing environment of your ow n home.
8 Introduction Projector Parts Control panel Ventilation slots Lens cover Vertical lens shift dial Adjustable fo ot Video port HDMI port Input A port (component) AC power inlet Infrared receiver Kensi.
Introduction 9 Power button Power light Keystone correction buttons Correct the shape of a non-rectangular image Menu navigation buttons Source button Switches the video input source Esc button Exits .
10 Introduction Remote Control Button Map Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector Color Mode button Optimizes viewing for different ligh ting environments On and Off buttons.
Introduction 11 Optional Accessories Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector: You can purchase accessorie s from an Epson authorized reseller. T o find the nearest reselle r, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To purchase online, visit www.
12 Introduction Using This Manual This book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troublesh ooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information.
Setting Up the Projector 13 Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to ch oose a location for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image. Choosing a Location You can install the projector for various viewing setups, as shown below.
14 Setting Up the Projector Ideally, place the projector at a height wher e 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 dial to position the image. This produces the best-looking picture.
Setting Up the Projector 15 The maximum size of the image is determined by the distance from the proj ector’s lens to the screen. Depending on your display settings and how you use the Zoom ring, the actual size may be smaller.
16 Setting Up the Projector Installing the Projector To install the projector, you first need to dete rm ine the location, based on the size of your screen (maximum diagonal image size).
Setting Up the Projector 17 You will need the optional projector mount designed for the projector. See page 11 for ordering information. Warning: When installing or adjusting the ceil ing mount, do not use adhesives to prevent the screws from loosening an d do not use any type of oil or lubricant.
18 Setting Up the Projector Connecting the Cables You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite box, video game console, camcorder, or digital camera. You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple ® Macintosh ® system.
Setting Up the Projector 19 For best results, connect your video equipment to the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port , if possible. If your e quipment doesn’t support HDMI, connect it to one of the following ports (highest quality listed first) : Input A (for component video), S-Video, or Video (for composite video).
20 Setting Up the Projector ■ The Trigger out port outputs a 12-volt DC signal when the projector is turned on. This let s a central control system monitor whether the projector is on or off, and can be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is in use.
Setting Up the Projector 21 Turning On the Projector 1. If this is your first time using the projector, remove the protective lens pad. 2. Remove the lens cap. 3. Turn on any connected equipment you plan to use. 4. Turn on the power switch on the back of the projector.
22 Setting Up the Projector Note: To keep children from turning on the projector, you can u se the Child L ock (see page 31). If you’ll be using the projector at an altitude abov e 4900 feet (1500 meters), turn on High Altitude Mode so the fan can properly cool the projecto r at the high altitude air pressure.
Setting Up the Projector 23 If you press the Source button on the projector, you see a menu of available sources. Press the u or d button to highlight a source and press the Select button.
24 Setting Up the Projector Positioning the Image If the image is not centered on the screen, use the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to adjust its position. Caution: Do not try to move the lens by hand, or you may da mage the projector. Always use the lens shift dials to chan ge the lens position.
Making Basic Adjustments 25 Making Basic Adjustments Follow the instructions in thi s chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape, size, and color, and quality.
26 Making Basic Adjustments Focusing and Zooming Sharpen or reduce the fo cus using the focus ring. Zoom into or out of the picture using the zoom ring. Choosing the Aspect Ratio In many cases, video signals are automatically resized to fit on your screen when Auto is selected as the Aspect setting.
Making Basic Adjustments 27 If the Auto setting is unavailable, you may wa nt to choose one of these settings: ■ Normal for standard TV broadcasts, computer im ages, or images with a 4:3 aspect ratio. ■ Zoom for images recorded in 16:9 (wide-screen) format.
28 Making Basic Adjustments Choosing the Color Mode You can change the Color Mode to automatically adjust bright ness, contrast, and color, letting you quickly optimize the projected imag e for various lighting environments.
Making Basic Adjustments 29 Adjusting the Gamma, Color Temperature, and Skin Tones To further customize the color and image qualit y, you can adjust the Gamma, abstract Color Temperature, and Skin Tone settings using butt ons on the remote control. (Not available when you’re projecting sRGB images.
30 Making Basic Adjustments Adjusting the Gamma Setting You can select from 5 gamma settings (2.0 to 2. 4) or customize your own setting from your image or a displayed graph. Lower values will incr ease the contrast of dark areas, but tend to blur the bright areas.
Making Basic Adjustments 31 Locking the Projector The projector includes two lock settings to pr event the image from being accidentally changed once it’s adj usted, and to ke ep children from tu rning on the pr ojector without adult supervision. To access the lock settings, follow these steps: 1.
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Making Detailed Adjustments 33 Making Detailed Adjustments You can use the projector’s on-scree n menus to make detail ed adjustmen ts to the image quality—such as the brightness, contrast, sharpness, and color. You can also change the menu display, sleep mode settings, and other projector features.
34 Making Detailed Adjustments To display the line menu, press the Selec t button. You see a display like this at the bott om of the image: Press the u or d button to highlight an option, then press the Select button to select it. Press the Menu button to exit the line menu.
Making Detailed Adjustments 35 ■ Navigation Bar Select whether to display the navigation bar, which tells you which buttons to press to choose settings.
36 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Brightness/Contrast Note: If you cannot access the Brightness an d Contrast settings, highlight Input Adjustment and press the Select button, then choose Brightness/Contrast in the sub-menu. Adjust the brig htness so it’s suitable for yo ur viewing conditions.
Making Detailed Adjustments 37 ■ DVI-Video Level Note: This setting can be used only when H DMI is selected as the image source (see page 22). If your video equipment has a DVI port and you’ve connected it to the projec tor using an HDMI/DVI cable, set the level of the projec tor to match that of the video equipment.
38 Making Detailed Adjustments Color Settings If the image colors don’t look correct, you can adjust them using these settings. Use the first three settings described below to make the most visible changes. If you only need to make slight adjustments, you can fine-tune th e picture with the remaining settings.
Making Detailed Adjustments 39 ■ RGB Note: If you cannot access the RG B settings, highlight RGB/RGBCMY (the first item in the menu list) and p ress the Select button, then choose RGB in the sub-menu. Use the RGB settings to fine-tune the color of the image.
40 Making Detailed Adjustments Adjustments Just for Computer Images In addition to the settings described above, you can adjust the Tracking and Sync sett ings for analog RGB computer images. Normally, these settings are adjusted automatically by the projector.
Making Detailed Adjustments 41 Saving and Resetting Menu Selections Once you’ve adjusted the pictu re settings, yo u can save them as a group using the Memory feature. This lets you easily recall them, and switch from on e group of settings to another.
42 Making Detailed Adjustments Deleting Saved Memory Settings You can clear all your me mory settings at once. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control. 2. Open the Memory menu, then select Reset Memory . 3. Press the Select button to delete the memory settings.
Making Detailed Adjustments 43 Customizing Projector Features Use the settings in this section to adjust the image size and position, suppress on-screen text, and select basic setup options.
44 Making Detailed Adjustments Screen Options ■ Message Turn this setting off if you want to preven t on-screen messages from appearing (such as the no-signal message, or the identifying te xt that appears when you switch between image sources or color modes).
Making Detailed Adjustments 45 Other Setup Options ■ Keystone 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 25). ■ Projection Inverts the image for over head projection.
46 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Sleep Mode Turn off this setting if you don’t want the projector to enter sleep mode. (Sleep mode shuts the projector off automatically when there is no video signal.
Maintenance 47 Maintenance Your projector needs little maintenance. All you ne ed to do on a regu lar basis is keep the le ns clean. You also need to clean the air filt er periodically to prevent overheating. Warning: Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off an d unplug the power co rd.
48 Maintenance Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case, turn off th e projector and unplug the power cord. ■ To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. ■ To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent.
Maintenance 49 6. If you need to replace the filter, release th e tab and lift up the cover 7. Remove the old filter and replace it with a new one. 8. To replace the cover, insert the tabs and press down until the cover clicks into place. PowerLite Cinema 400.
50 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp lasts for up to 3000 hours. You can use the Info menu to check how long it’s been in use (see page 53). It’s time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
Maintenance 51 5. Press in the latches securing the lamp cover and lift off the cover. 6. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don’t come all the way out). 7. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out. Warning: The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury.
52 Maintenance 8. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the la mp assembly. Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure. 9. Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won’t work if the lamp cover is open or loose.
Maintenance 53 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 access the Info menu: 1. Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control.
54 Maintenance Transporting the Projector Note: Epso n shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation. The projector contains many glass and precis ion parts. When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible.
Problem Solving 55 Problem Solving This section explains how to interpret the projector’s status lights, solve problems with the picture and remote control, and contact technical support. What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash The lights on top of the projector indicate th e projector’s status and let you know when a problem occurs.
56 Problem Sol ving Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch is turned on.
Problem Solving 57 No picture appears on the screen or you see the No Signal messag e displayed. ■ Press the Source button on the projector or one of the Source buttons on the remote control to select the correct input source. Allo w a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.
58 Problem Sol ving 4. Click Mirror Displays in the lower corner of the scre en. One of the monitor icons automatically moves on top of the other. The picture is upside-down or reversed. Change the Projection setting in the Settings menu (see page 45).
Problem Solving 59 The picture contains static or noise. ■ Make sure the Input Signal is set correctly for your connected video equipment (see page 45). ■ If you’re viewing still images and you notice flickering or horizontal lines, turn on the Progressive setting (see page 37).
60 Problem Sol ving Solving Remote Control Problems The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. ■ Make sure you’re within about 30 feet of t he projector, and t he remote control is not angled away from the projector by more than 30° in any direction.
Specifications 61 Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Size of LCD panels 0.7 inch (18 mm) wide Lens F=2.1 to 2.8, f=21.4 to 31.7 mm Resolution (native format) 1280 × 720 pixels, 720p Brightness 1500 ANSI lumens maximum Dynamic contrast ratio 5000:1 Image size 30 to 300 inches Projection distance 2.
62 Specificati ons Dimensions Height 4.9 inches (124 mm); not including adjustable feet Width 16 inches (406 mm) Depth 12.2 inches (309 mm) Weight 11.5 lb. (5.2 kg) Electrical Rated frequency 50/60 Hz AC Power supply 100 to 120 VAC, 2.7 A 200 to 240 VAC, 1.
Specifications 63 Compatible Video Formats The projector supports analog video in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats, and it automatically adjusts to the incoming signal. It can receive these format s as composite video, S-video, or component video — which it accepts through the Video, S-Vi deo, and Input A ports, respectively.
64 Specificati ons Analog RGB * HDMI input signals Signal (4:3) Aspect setting Normal Zoom Wide Squeeze Through Squeeze Through VGA* 960 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 640 × 480 853 × 48.
Specifications 65 ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null mode m serial cable to control the projector. You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson website at http://support.
66 Specificati ons Aspect ratio Auto ASPECT 00 Normal ASPECT 20 Squeeze ASPECT 21 Zoom ASPECT 22 Through ASPECT 23 Squeeze Through ASPECT 24 Wide ASPECT 25 Item Command PowerLite Cinema 400.
Notices 67 Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and usi ng the projector: ■ Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on.
68 Notices ■ The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local regula tions regarding disposal or recyclin g. Do not put in the trash. ■ Allow the lamp to cool for one hour before replacing it. ■ Unplug the projector during lightnin g storms or when not in use for extended periods.
Notices 69 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comp ly with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provid e reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
70 Notices Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Pe rsonal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: Epson America, Inc.
Notices 71 Epson America, Inc., Limited Warranty Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the o riginal retail purchaser of the E.
72 Notices COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. EX CEPT AS PROVIDED IN THI S WRITTEN WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON AMERICA, INC. NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DA MAGE, INCL.
Index 73 Index A Abs. Color Temp. setting, 29, 38 Accessories, 11, 60 Adjustment pattern, 34 Air filter cleaning and replacing, 48 to 49 ordering, 11 Anti-theft device, 8, 11 Aspect button, 10, 26, 58.
74 Index G Gain, color, 39 Gamma, 29 to 30, 39 Gamma button, 10 H HDMI, 7, 18, 19 Help, 60 High Altitude Mode, 46 Home Service, 11 I Illumination of buttons, 20 Image adjusting, 25 to 30, 35 to 40 cha.
Index 75 O Offset, color, 39 Operation Lock, 31, 46 Output scaling, 43 P Pattern button, 10 Pattern, adjustment, 34 Picture problems, 56 to 59 Pixelworks, 62 Positioning image, 24, 43 Positioning proj.
76 Index T Technical support, 12, 60 Through setting, 27 Tint, 38 Tracking, 40 Transporting projector, 54 Trigger Out setting, 45 Trigger port, 20 Turning on and off projector, 21 to 22, 56 U User’s.
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