Epson POWERLITE HOME 10+ CPD-1790-4R2 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Home 10 + Epson PowerLite ® ® Home Theater Projector Projecteur cinéma maison • User’s Guide Guide de l’utilisateur CPD-17904R2...
  • Page 2 Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products. Neither 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...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Safety Information Remote Control Information Presenting the Epson PowerLite Home 10+ Registration and Warranty Projector Parts Projection Controls Using This Manual Getting More Information Supported Devices Cable Requirements Optional Accessories Using the Projector Choosing a Location Adjusting the Picture...
  • Page 4 What To Do When the Lights Flash Solving Picture Problems Solving Remote Control Problems Where To Get Help Specifications and Notices General Projection Lamp Remote Control Dimensions Electrical Environmental Safety Compatible Video Formats FCC Compliance Statement Declaration of Conformity Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Index...
  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 6: Remote Control Information

    ■ Unplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. This product includes a lamp component that contains mercury (Hg). Please consult ■ your state and local regulations regarding proper disposal or recycling, and do not place in the trash.
  • Page 7: Presenting The Epson Powerlite Home

    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 United States or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See your Extra Care Home Service brochure for details.
  • Page 8: Projector Parts

    Projector Parts Ventilation slots Infrared receiver Lens cover S-video port Remote control holder Video port Input B (computer) (composite video) Audio ports Control port for service use only Control panel Focus lever Zoom lever Adjustable foot Input A (component video) Infrared receiver Speaker Kensington...
  • Page 9: Projection Controls

    Projection Controls Power button Turns the projector on and off Power light Indicates operating status Warning light Alerts you to Select button problems Selects a menu item or advances to the next menu Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to the projector Aspect button Changes the picture’s aspect ratio...
  • Page 10: Using This Manual

    Tips: Contain helpful projection tips. Getting More Information Need additional help? Take advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 hours a day at http://support.epson.com. Use this site to download FAQs or product information and e-mail your questions to Epson support.
  • Page 11: Supported Devices

    To connect a computer to the projector, you need a VGA computer cable. ■ ® Some older PowerBooks set. (You can purchase this from Epson; see the next section for details.) Older iMac systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer. ®...
  • Page 12: Optional Accessories

    Macintosh adapter set (includes monitor adapter and desktop adapter) S-video cable You can purchase many of these accessories from your dealer, by calling Epson at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the Epson Store (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
  • Page 13: Using The Projector

    Projection option in the Setting menu. Front/Ceiling ■ Ceiling: You can purchase special equipment from Epson to attach the projector to your ceiling (see page 12 for ordering information). If you choose this setup, professional installation is recommended. Choose option.
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Picture

    ■ Rear: You can also set up your projector behind a translucent screen. Choose option. ■ Rear/Ceiling: Professional installation is recommended if you choose to attach the projector to the ceiling behind a translucent screen. (See page 12 for information about ordering ceiling mounting equipment.) Choose for the Projection option.
  • Page 15 2. Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the picture, or the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge it. 3. If your image looks like control panel until the image is corrected. 4. To optimize color settings, press the choose from these four pre-set color modes: ■...
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume Use the control panel to adjust the volume of the projector’s audio system or speakers connected directly to the projector’s ■ Press the button to decrease the volume. ■ Press the button to increase the volume. Turning Off the Picture and Sound You can use the A/V Mute the sound.
  • Page 17: Using The Projector's Menu System

    Using the Projector’s Menu System You can use the projector’s on-screen menus to fine-tune the image quality, check lamp usage, and customize projector features: ■ menu controls the look and quality of the picture. It offers several ways to Image adjust the color and improve the sharpness and clarity of the picture.
  • Page 18: Adjusting The Appearance Of The Picture

    3. Press the up or down arrow button on the remote control or the projector to move through the list of options. When the option you want to change is highlighted, press the You may see a list of settings, a submenu providing additional options, or a line menu or slider bar similar to the one below: 4.
  • Page 19 1. Press the button. You see the menu screen. Menu 2. Press the button to select the Image menu. Then press the Select select Picture Quality 3. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the projector to set the following options: ■...
  • Page 20: Customizing Projector Operation

    ■ Theatre For projecting movies or images with dark scenes. ■ Theatre Black For projecting in a dark room; lamp brightness decreases and image contrast increases. 5. To save the adjustments you made in the Image menu, select the to save your first set of adjustments. Later you can recall these settings by Memory 1 pressing the Memory...
  • Page 21: Child Lock

    4. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the projector to set these options: ■ Position See “Repositioning the Picture” on page 22. ■ Zoom Caption Adjusts both the length of the picture and its vertical position on the screen. You can adjust this function only when you’ve selected the ■...
  • Page 22: Repositioning The Picture

    Selects the screen color to display (blue or black) when you press the button on the remote control. A/V Mute ■ Startup Screen Turn on this option to display the Epson logo whenever the projector starts. 7. Select the Input Signal ■ Video Signal Leave this set at documentation for your video equipment specifies a setting.
  • Page 23: Viewing Lamp Usage And Other Information

    Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information Use the Info menu to view information about the display settings of your input source and the number of hours the lamp has been used. 1. Press the button to display the menu screen. Menu 2.
  • Page 24: Restoring The Default Settings

    Restoring the Default Settings The Reset menu lets you reset the lamp timer and the projector’s memory, or return all the projector settings to their factory default values. 1. Press the button to display the menu screen. Menu 2. Press the down arrow button on the remote control or the highlight the Reset 3.
  • Page 25: Caring For The Projector

    Caring for the Projector 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.
  • Page 26: Cleaning The Projector Case

    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.
  • Page 27: Cleaning And Replacing The Air Filter

    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 Canada, call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
  • Page 28: Replacing The Lamp

    The projector’s warning light flashes red. ■ The message Replace the lamp Contact your dealer or call Epson at (800) 873-7766 in the United States for a replacement lamp. Request part number . In Canada, call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. V13H010L29 Be sure to read the “Important Safety Information”...
  • Page 29 4. Use a small screwdriver to loosen the two silver screws holding the lamp in place. (You can’t remove these screws.) 5. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out. 6. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly.
  • Page 30: Resetting The Lamp Timer

    Package the projector in its original packaging or equivalent (as described in the following section). 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: ■...
  • Page 31: Problem Solving

    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 Flash The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status and let you know when a problem occurs.
  • Page 32: Solving Picture Problems

    warning light is flashing orange. High-speed cooling is in process. 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 27 for details. warning light is red.
  • Page 33 ■ Try reconnecting both ends of your cable. ■ Make sure your video equipment is on. If it isn’t, turn the projector off, then turn it on again after you’ve turned on your video equipment. You see a screen with the message ■...
  • Page 34 4. Click Mirror Displays automatically moves on top of the other. Click here If you’re using a Macintosh laptop with OS 9.x or earlier: 1. From the Apple menu, select 2. Click the Arrange If the option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the Simulscan Arrange resolutions.
  • Page 35 Only part of the picture is displayed, or the picture is distorted. ■ Press the button to select a different aspect ratio. Aspect ■ Use the setting in the Setting menu to reposition the image on the screen. See Position page 22 for details.
  • Page 36: Solving Remote Control Problems

    To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the Epson PrivateLine Support card that came with your projector. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free.
  • Page 37: Specifications And Notices

    Specifications and Notices General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Size of LCD panels 0.55 inch (14 mm) wide Lens F=1.7 to 2.1, f=13.9 to 21.4 mm Resolution (native format) 854 × 480 pixels, 480p Brightness 1200 lumens (ANSI) Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.8 million colors Contrast ratio...
  • Page 38: Dimensions

    Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight Electrical Rated frequency Power supply Power consumption Environmental Temperature Humidity Safety United States Canada CE Marking Pixelworks 4.5 inches (114 mm) 15.8 inches (402 mm) 11.6 inches (294 mm) 7.9 lb. (3.6 kg) 50/60 Hz AC 100 to 120 VAC, 2.3 A 200 to 240 VAC, 1.0 A Operating: 200 W at 100 VAC...
  • Page 39: Compatible Video Formats

    Compatible Video Formats The projector supports HDTV, NTSC, PAL, and SECAM international video standards, as well as the monitor display formats listed below. To project images from a computer, set the computer’s video card at a refresh rate (vertical frequency) compatible with the projector; see the table below for compatible formats.
  • Page 40: Fcc Compliance Statement

    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.
  • Page 41: Declaration Of Conformity

    Shipments to other locations will be made freight collect. You are responsible for securely packaging the defective unit and returning it to Epson within five (5) working days of receipt of the replacement. Epson requires a debit or credit card number to secure the cost of the replacement projector in the event that you fail to return the defective one.
  • Page 42 Epson is not 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...
  • Page 43: Index

    Contrast ratio, 7, 37 Control panel, projector, 9 Default settings, resetting, 24 Desktop adapter, Macintosh, 12 Documentation, 10 Electrical specifications, 38 Epson accessories, 12, 36 Home Service, 7 PrivateLine Support, 36 technical support, 10, 36 Filter, see Air filter Focus lever, 8, 15...
  • Page 44 Macintosh desktop adapter, 12 Memory button, 9, 20 Menu button, 9 Menus adjusting picture quality, 18 to 20 using, 17 to 18 Moving projector, 30 Picture problems, 32 to 35 Picture, repositioning, 22 Problems picture, 32 to 35 remote control, 6, 36 Projection option, 21 Projector choosing location, 13 to 14...

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