ESC/VP Level 21 Communication Manual (Home Projectors)
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...due to whether or not you agree to print out and use this downloading service. Please read carefully the following "LICENSE AGREEMENT" before using the EPSON projector. EPSON shall not be downloaded until you could use only 1 set of the user's guide only for any damage such as... EPSON). You expressly acknowledge and agree that EPSON may not duplicate, reprint, modify or send the user's guide either in whole or in the user's guide before downloading "ESC/VP21 Command User's...
...due to whether or not you agree to print out and use this downloading service. Please read carefully the following "LICENSE AGREEMENT" before using the EPSON projector. EPSON shall not be downloaded until you could use only 1 set of the user's guide only for any damage such as... EPSON). You expressly acknowledge and agree that EPSON may not duplicate, reprint, modify or send the user's guide either in whole or in the user's guide before downloading "ESC/VP21 Command User's...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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PowerLite® Home Cinema 8100/8500 UB Home Theater Projector User's Guide
PowerLite® Home Cinema 8100/8500 UB Home Theater Projector User's Guide
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... 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 Advanced Color Adjustments Adjusting the Gamma Setting Adjusting RGBCMY Locking the Projector 7 8 10 11 11 12 13 13 17 19 19 21 22 22 22 23 24 25 27 27 28 29 30 30 ...
... 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 Advanced Color Adjustments Adjusting the Gamma Setting Adjusting RGBCMY Locking the Projector 7 8 10 11 11 12 13 13 17 19 19 21 22 22 22 23 24 25 27 27 28 29 30 30 ...
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... Picture Quality Settings 37 Color Settings 39 Adjustments for Computer Images 41 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 42 Selecting Memory Settings 42 Creating Memory Settings 43 Renaming Memory Settings 43 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 43 Resetting the... Projector 44 Customizing Projector Features 45 Image Sizing 45 Screen Options 46 Other Setup Options 46 Maintenance 49 Cleaning the Lens 49 Cleaning the Projector Case 50 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 50 Replacing ...
... Picture Quality Settings 37 Color Settings 39 Adjustments for Computer Images 41 Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the Projector 42 Selecting Memory Settings 42 Creating Memory Settings 43 Renaming Memory Settings 43 Deleting Saved Memory Settings 43 Resetting the... Projector 44 Customizing Projector Features 45 Image Sizing 45 Screen Options 46 Other Setup Options 46 Maintenance 49 Cleaning the Lens 49 Cleaning the Projector Case 50 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 50 Replacing ...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 8100/8500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded, purer color range and sophisticated grayscale ...Epson AccuCinema™ color management delivered by the built-in the relaxing environment of custom color adjustments Introduction 7 Designed especially for home cinema use, it offers these outstanding features: ■ Native 1080p (1920 × 1080) resolution, dynamic contrast ratio up to 200000:1 (36000:1 for the Home Cinema 8100), and up to 1600 lumens (Home Cinema...
Introduction The PowerLite® Home Cinema 8100/8500 UB projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in optical Cinema Filter blocks out excess light for an expanded, purer color range and sophisticated grayscale ...Epson AccuCinema™ color management delivered by the built-in the relaxing environment of custom color adjustments Introduction 7 Designed especially for home cinema use, it offers these outstanding features: ■ Native 1080p (1920 × 1080) resolution, dynamic contrast ratio up to 200000:1 (36000:1 for the Home Cinema 8100), and up to 1600 lumens (Home Cinema...
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Projector Parts Front Lamp cover Control panel (top) Vertical lens shift dial Control panel (side) Ventilation slots Horizontal lens shift dial Focus ring Lens cover Zoom ring Infrared receiver Adjustable foot Back Component video port HDMI ports S-Video port Infrared receiver PC port Control (RS-232C) port Lamp cover release Trigger out port Kensington® lock port Air intake (filter) Cable holder Video port Main power switch AC power inlet 8 Introduction
Projector Parts Front Lamp cover Control panel (top) Vertical lens shift dial Control panel (side) Ventilation slots Horizontal lens shift dial Focus ring Lens cover Zoom ring Infrared receiver Adjustable foot Back Component video port HDMI ports S-Video port Infrared receiver PC port Control (RS-232C) port Lamp cover release Trigger out port Kensington® lock port Air intake (filter) Cable holder Video port Main power switch AC power inlet 8 Introduction
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Bottom Mounting bracket attachment points Optional cable cover attachment points (brass colored) Projector Control Panel Top control panel Side control panel Power button Source button Switches the video input source Menu navigation button Warning lights Menu button Displays the menus Enter button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Esc button Exits the current menu item Introduction 9
Bottom Mounting bracket attachment points Optional cable cover attachment points (brass colored) Projector Control Panel Top control panel Side control panel Power button Source button Switches the video input source Menu navigation button Warning lights Menu button Displays the menus Enter button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Esc button Exits the current menu item Introduction 9
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... the image 10 Introduction Illumination button Lights the remote control buttons for easy viewing Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector Esc (escape) button Exits the current menu item Enter/Line Menu button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Menu button ...Displays the projector's menus Color Mode button Optimizes viewing for different lighting environments Aspect button Changes the picture's aspect ratio Sharpness button Adjusts image sharpness...
... the image 10 Introduction Illumination button Lights the remote control buttons for easy viewing Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector Esc (escape) button Exits the current menu item Enter/Line Menu button Selects menu items or opens the line menu Menu button ...Displays the projector's menus Color Mode button Optimizes viewing for different lighting environments Aspect button Changes the picture's aspect ratio Sharpness button Adjusts image sharpness...
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To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic two-year carry-in the United States or Canada. In addition, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. See your unit to be repaired. In the unlikely event of an equipment... failure, you a replacement unit anywhere in warranty. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Instead, Epson will ship you won't have to wait for your Extra Care Home Service brochure for the projector: Product Replacement lamp Air filter replacement Kensington security lock (anti-theft device...
To purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic two-year carry-in the United States or Canada. In addition, Epson offers free Extra CareSM Home Service. See your unit to be repaired. In the unlikely event of an equipment... failure, you a replacement unit anywhere in warranty. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Instead, Epson will ship you won't have to wait for your Extra Care Home Service brochure for the projector: Product Replacement lamp Air filter replacement Kensington security lock (anti-theft device...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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... additional help , you need more help ? If you need to use the Epson PrivateLine® Support service. Using This Manual This book contains all the information you can use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions... and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your projector. Note: Contains important information about your projector. 12 Introduction Take advantage of Epson's automated support services 24 hours a day at www.epson.com/support. Use this site to avoid bodily injury.
... additional help , you need more help ? If you need to use the Epson PrivateLine® Support service. Using This Manual This book contains all the information you can use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions... and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your projector. Note: Contains important information about your projector. 12 Introduction Take advantage of Epson's automated support services 24 hours a day at www.epson.com/support. Use this site to avoid bodily injury.
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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 the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear projection. 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 the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear projection. Center Side Ceiling Setting Up the Projector 13
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... the lens by about one-half its lens is not possible, use the lens shift dials to change the lens position. 14 Setting Up the Projector Always use the lens shift dials to reposition the image. Offset A Offset B Projection distance Offset refers to distance from bottom of image to center ...of thumb, you may damage the projector. Ideally, keep the projector level and place it straight ahead (rather than at a height so its width (for details, see page 26).
... the lens by about one-half its lens is not possible, use the lens shift dials to change the lens position. 14 Setting Up the Projector Always use the lens shift dials to reposition the image. Offset A Offset B Projection distance Offset refers to distance from bottom of image to center ...of thumb, you may damage the projector. Ideally, keep the projector level and place it straight ahead (rather than at a height so its width (for details, see page 26).
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Depending on your display settings and how you use the Zoom ring, the actual size may differ. Use these tables as a guide for projector placement: 16:9 aspect ratio Diagonal image size Projection distance (width × height) 2.8 to 6.2 feet 0.87 to 1.88 m 30 in. (26 × 15 in.) 76.2 cm (... cm 0 to 37.6 in. 0 to 96 cm 0 to 47.1 in. 0 to the screen. The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector's lens to 120 cm Setting Up the...
Depending on your display settings and how you use the Zoom ring, the actual size may differ. Use these tables as a guide for projector placement: 16:9 aspect ratio Diagonal image size Projection distance (width × height) 2.8 to 6.2 feet 0.87 to 1.88 m 30 in. (26 × 15 in.) 76.2 cm (... cm 0 to 37.6 in. 0 to 96 cm 0 to 47.1 in. 0 to the screen. The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector's lens to 120 cm Setting Up the...
User's Guide - PowerLite Home Cinema 8100 / 8500 UB
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This program is within 9.8 feet (3 m) of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord. 16 Setting Up the Projector Do not set the projector on top of space for ventilation around and under the projector. 4:3 aspect ratio Diagonal image size Projection distance (width × height) 14.4 to 30.7 feet 4.40 to ...9632; Make sure there is plenty of loose materials that could block the vents underneath. ■ Make sure the projector is available on the Epson website at www.epson.com/support. Also keep these considerations in . 0 to 239 cm To determine the exact image size when you know...
This program is within 9.8 feet (3 m) of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord. 16 Setting Up the Projector Do not set the projector on top of space for ventilation around and under the projector. 4:3 aspect ratio Diagonal image size Projection distance (width × height) 14.4 to 30.7 feet 4.40 to ...9632; Make sure there is plenty of loose materials that could block the vents underneath. ■ Make sure the projector is available on the Epson website at www.epson.com/support. Also keep these considerations in . 0 to 239 cm To determine the exact image size when you know...
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...or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use any type of oil or lubricant. In addition, the projector's Trigger out port can rotate the Epson logo plate 180 degrees when suspending the projector from loosening and do not use an AV controller with the mount to prevent the screws from a ...ceiling. If you will need to positioning the projector. Press the Menu button on the ceiling, you are ...
...or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use any type of oil or lubricant. In addition, the projector's Trigger out port can rotate the Epson logo plate 180 degrees when suspending the projector from loosening and do not use an AV controller with the mount to prevent the screws from a ...ceiling. If you will need to positioning the projector. Press the Menu button on the ceiling, you are ...
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The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector: Center of lens 5.4 in. 136 mm 0.5 in. 12 mm 0.2 in. 4.5 mm 17.7 in. 450 mm 11.8 in. 300 mm 5.2 in. 131 mm 3.0 in. 75 mm 1.8 in. 45 mm 5.9 in. 150 mm 2.2 in. 56 mm 5.8 in. 2.8 in. 148 mm 72 mm 5.3 in. 135 mm 15.3 in. 390 mm 6.3 in. 160 mm M4 × 9 mm 18 Setting Up the Projector
The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector: Center of lens 5.4 in. 136 mm 0.5 in. 12 mm 0.2 in. 4.5 mm 17.7 in. 450 mm 11.8 in. 300 mm 5.2 in. 131 mm 3.0 in. 75 mm 1.8 in. 45 mm 5.9 in. 150 mm 2.2 in. 56 mm 5.8 in. 2.8 in. 148 mm 72 mm 5.3 in. 135 mm 15.3 in. 390 mm 6.3 in. 160 mm M4 × 9 mm 18 Setting Up the Projector
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... colors between the cable and the ports. Video Use an RCA video cable: - Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can connect the projector to the three component video ports. You can also connect it to a computer RGB (monitor) port: S-Video Use an S-video cable: - PC - ...Setting Up the Projector 19 For details on compatible video formats, see page 68. Use a Mini D-sub, 15-pin monitor cable to connect to a desktop or laptop PC or...
... colors between the cable and the ports. Video Use an RCA video cable: - Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can connect the projector to the three component video ports. You can also connect it to a computer RGB (monitor) port: S-Video Use an S-video cable: - PC - ...Setting Up the Projector 19 For details on compatible video formats, see page 68. Use a Mini D-sub, 15-pin monitor cable to connect to a desktop or laptop PC or...
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Connect a computer to one of the two holders using a commercially available cable tie. Connect video equipment to one of these ports 20 Setting Up the Projector If your video equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. For best results, connect your equipment doesn't support HDMI, connect it to one of these ports When you connect a large or heavy cable to the projector, such as an HDMI cable, it is recommended that you fasten it to one of the following ports (highest quality listed first): Component (for component video), S-Video, or Video (for composite video).
Connect a computer to one of the two holders using a commercially available cable tie. Connect video equipment to one of these ports 20 Setting Up the Projector If your video equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. For best results, connect your equipment doesn't support HDMI, connect it to one of these ports When you connect a large or heavy cable to the projector, such as an HDMI cable, it is recommended that you fasten it to one of the following ports (highest quality listed first): Component (for component video), S-Video, or Video (for composite video).
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... Use the Trigger Out setting to enable the port (see page 47). ■ To use . This lets a central control system monitor whether the projector is on page 70. Refer to the table of ESC/VP21 command codes on or off, and can be used to raise or lower your ...projection screen automatically when the projector is turned on. Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you plan to use the...
... Use the Trigger Out setting to enable the port (see page 47). ■ To use . This lets a central control system monitor whether the projector is on page 70. Refer to the table of ESC/VP21 command codes on or off, and can be used to raise or lower your ...projection screen automatically when the projector is turned on. Making Other Connections Connect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you plan to use the...
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... to use. 3. Remove the lens cap. 2. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector. If the buttons do not glow, replace the batteries. Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1. Warning: Keep batteries away from children. If a battery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately. 1. ON ...22 Setting Up the Projector Insert two new AA batteries as shown. 3. Turn on the cover and press it down until it clicks into place. Installing Batteries in the ...
... to use. 3. Remove the lens cap. 2. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector. If the buttons do not glow, replace the batteries. Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1. Warning: Keep batteries away from children. If a battery is swallowed, contact your doctor immediately. 1. ON ...22 Setting Up the Projector Insert two new AA batteries as shown. 3. Turn on the cover and press it down until it clicks into place. Installing Batteries in the ...