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PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 2 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product.
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PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 7 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Introduction The Epson® PowerLite® Home Cinema 400 Series projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your own home.
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PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 11 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Optional Accessories Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector: Product Part number Replacement lamp (ELPLP35) V13H010L35 Air filter replacement (ELPAF09) V13H134A09 Projector mount (ELPMB20) V12H003B20 Kensington security lock ELPSL01 S-video cable ELPSV01 You can purchase accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 12 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Using This Manual This book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information. Please follow these guidelines as you read through the manual: Warnings: Must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Cautions: Must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 13 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to choose 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 14 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Ideally, 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 dial to position the image. This produces the best-looking picture.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 15 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM The maximum size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the screen. Depending on your display settings and how you use the Zoom ring, the actual size may be smaller. Use this table as a rough guide for projector placement: 16:9 aspect ratio 4:3 aspect ratio Projection distance Maximum diagonal image size Projection distance Maximum diagonal image size 2.9 to 4.4 feet 30 in. (26 × 15 in.) 3.5 to 5.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 16 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Installing the Projector To install the projector, you first need to determine the location, based on the size of your screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the table on page 15 as a guide to locating the projector. Note the following dimensions: ■ Distance from the center of the lens to the mounting bracket holes: 2.32 inches (59 mm), 0.34 inch (8.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 17 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM You will need the optional projector mount designed for the projector. See page 11 for ordering information. Warning: When installing or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use adhesives to prevent the screws from loosening and do not use any type of oil or lubricant. These may cause the projector casing to crack and the projector may fall, causing serious injury and serious damage to the projector.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 18 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 19 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM For best results, connect your video equipment to the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port, if possible. If your equipment 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).
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 20 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM ■ The Trigger out port outputs a 12-volt DC signal when the projector is turned on. This lets a central control system monitor whether the projector is on or off, and can be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is in use. Connect a 3.5-mm mini jack to the port, as shown. Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses 2 AA batteries. Warning: Keep batteries away from children.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 21 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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. Power switch 5. Press the On button on the remote control, or press the Power button on the projector.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 22 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Note: To keep children from turning on the projector, you can use the Child Lock (see page 31). If you’ll be using the projector at an altitude above 4900 feet (1500 meters), turn on High Altitude Mode so the fan can properly cool the projector at the high altitude air pressure. See page 46 for details. The projector takes about 30 seconds to warm up and display an image.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 23 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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 Source button Select button. If you select the Input A source using either the remote control or the menu above, you may see the Input A menu: Press the u or d button to highlight YCbCr or YPbPr, or select Auto so the projector can automatically detect the Input A source type.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 24 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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 damage the projector. Always use the lens shift dials to change the lens position. Horizontal lens shift dial Vertical lens shift dial Adjustable foot Note: You can display a test pattern to help adjust the image position.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 25 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Making Basic Adjustments Follow the instructions in this chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape, size, and color, and quality. For further refinements, see “Making Detailed Adjustments” on page 33. Correcting the Image Shape If the projected image looks like or , use the Keystone function to correct its shape.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 26 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Focusing and Zooming Sharpen or reduce the focus using the focus ring. Zoom into or out of the picture using the zoom ring. Focus ring Zoom ring Wide Tele 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. You may need to change the size of the image (or aspect ratio) for certain image types by pressing the Aspect button on the remote control.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 27 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM If the Auto setting is unavailable, you may want to choose one of these settings: ■ Normal for standard TV broadcasts, computer images, or images with 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 ■ Wide if you want to expand a 4:3 image to 16:9 so it fills the whole screen.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 28 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Choosing the Color Mode You can change the Color Mode 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 29 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Adjusting the Gamma, Color Temperature, and Skin Tones To further customize the color and image quality, you can adjust the Gamma, abstract Color Temperature, and Skin Tone settings using buttons on the remote control. (Not available when you’re projecting sRGB images.) Gamma button S. Tone button ColorTemp. button Note: You can fine-tune these and other color and image quality settings using the projector’s menu system (see page 35).
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 30 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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 increase the contrast of dark areas, but tend to blur the bright areas. Higher values will darken the light areas. 1. Press the Gamma button. You see the following displayed on the screen: 2.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 31 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Locking the Projector The projector includes two 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. Press the Menu button on the remote control. 2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the Settings menu, then open the Operation menu. Menu button 3.
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PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 33 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Making Detailed Adjustments You can use the projector’s on-screen menus to make detailed adjustments 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. Using the Menu System You can access the menu system either from the remote control or the buttons on the projector’s control panel.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 34 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM To display the line menu, press the of the image: Select button. You see a display like this at the bottom Press the u or d button to highlight an option, then press the Press the Menu button to exit the line menu. Select button to select it.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 35 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM ■ Navigation Bar Settings Æ Display Æ Navigation Bar Select whether to display the navigation bar, which tells you which buttons to press to choose settings. Navigation bar ■ Menu Color Settings Æ Display Æ Menu Color Select a color scheme for displaying the menus.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 36 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM ■ Brightness/Contrast Picture Æ Input Adjustment Æ Brightness/Contrast Note: If you cannot access the Brightness and Contrast settings, highlight Input Adjustment and press the Select button, then choose Brightness/Contrast in the sub-menu. 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 37 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM ■ DVI-Video Level Image Æ Advanced Æ DVI-Video Level Note: This setting can be used only when HDMI is selected as the image source (see page 22). If your video equipment has a DVI port and you’ve connected it to the projector using an HDMI/DVI cable, set the level of the projector to match that of the video equipment. When this setting is turned on, the projector disregards the EPSON Super White setting.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 38 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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 the picture with the remaining settings. Most color settings are stored separately for each image source and color mode.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 39 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM ■ RGB Picture Æ Color Adjustment Æ RGB/RGBCMY Æ RGB Note: If you cannot access the RGB settings, highlight RGB/RGBCMY (the first item in the menu list) and press the Select button, then choose RGB in the sub-menu. Use the RGB settings to fine-tune the color of the image. You can adjust the offset and gain for each signal color (red, green, and blue). Use Offset to adjust darker shades and Gain for the lightest shades.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 40 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Adjustments Just for Computer Images In addition to the settings described above, you can adjust the Tracking and Sync settings for analog RGB computer images. Normally, 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 41 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Saving and Resetting Menu Selections Once you’ve adjusted the picture settings, you can save them as a group using the Memory feature. This lets you easily recall them, and switch from one group of settings to another. 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 42 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Deleting Saved Memory Settings You can clear all your memory 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. Resetting the Projector If the image quality isn’t what you expect, one or more settings may be adjusted improperly. If necessary, you can restore the projector to its factory-default (original) settings.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 43 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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. 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 26).
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 44 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Screen Options ■ Message Settings Æ Display Æ 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).
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 45 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Other Setup Options ■ Keystone Settings Æ 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 Settings Æ Projection Inverts the image for overhead projection.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 46 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM ■ Sleep Mode Settings Æ Operation Æ 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.) Select 30 min., 10 min., or 5 min. as the length of time before shutoff; decreasing the time conserves power and extends the life of the lamp.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 47 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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. Warning: 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 48 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case, turn off the 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. Then wipe the case and dry it with a dry cloth. Caution: Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 49 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 6. If you need to replace the filter, release the 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.book Page 50 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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. ■ The projector’s warning light flashes red at half-second intervals. ■ The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen when you start projecting.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 51 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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. Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the trash.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 52 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 8. 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. 9. Replace the lamp cover. (The projector won’t work if the lamp cover is open or loose.) 10. Reset the lamp usage timer, as described below.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 53 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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. 2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the Info menu.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 54 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Transporting the Projector Note: Epson shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation. The projector contains many glass and precision parts. When shipping the projector for repairs, use the 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 55 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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 the projector’s status and let you know when a problem occurs.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 56 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Light state Cause and solution warning light is flashing orange High-speed cooling is in progress. If the projector gets too hot again, projection stops automatically. Make sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation. Clean or replace the air filter if necessary (see page 48). warning light is red The projector is too hot, which turns off the lamp automatically.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 57 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM No picture appears on the screen or you see the No Signal message 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 58 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 4. Click Mirror Displays in the lower corner of the screen. One of the monitor icons automatically moves on top of the other. Click here The picture is upside-down or reversed. Change the Projection setting in the Settings menu (see page 45). Only part of the picture is displayed, or the picture is distorted. ■ Press the Aspect button to select a different aspect ratio (see page 26).
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 59 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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). ■ Make 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 60 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Solving Remote Control Problems The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. ■ Make 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 20). ■ Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights. Make sure the projector is not in direct sunlight.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 61 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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 2.9 to 44.8 feet (0.88 to 13.65 m) at 16:9 3.5 to 54.8 feet (1.07 to 16.71 m) at 4:3 Zoom ratio 1:1.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 62 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 63 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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 formats as composite video, S-video, or component video— which it accepts through the Video, S-Video, and Input A ports, respectively. The projector also supports digital video (SDTV, HDTV) and various monitor display formats.
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PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 65 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null modem 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.epson.com.
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PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 67 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using 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. ■ Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 68 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM ■ The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the trash. ■ Allow the lamp to cool for one hour before replacing it. ■ 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 69 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users 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.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 70 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM 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: Located at: Epson America, Inc.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 71 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM Epson America, Inc., Limited Warranty Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc.
PowerLite Cinema 400.book Page 72 Friday, July 7, 2006 2:24 PM COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON AMERICA, INC. NOR ITS 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. In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions.
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