Epson Powerlite Cinema 200+ Home Theater Projector Users Guide

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Setting Up the Projector
Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, connect the 
cables, and display and adjust the image.
Choosing a Location
You can install the projector for various viewing setups, as shown below. 
If you install the projector in a rear or overhead position, you’ll need to flip and/or mirror the 
image by selecting the correct Projection option (see page 22). For overhead projection, you’ll 
also need to install the optional ceiling mount...

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If you place the projector off to the side, aim it straight ahead (rather than at the center of the 
screen), then use the horizontal lens shift knob to center the image. Do not place the projector 
farther to the left or right than the edge of the screen, or you will not be able to project a 
square (or rectangular) image. 
The maximum size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the 
screen. Depending on how you use the Zoom and other settings, the actual size may be...

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Connecting the Cables
You can connect the projector to any type of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, 
HDTV 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.
You can connect up to four pieces of equipment at the same time, as shown in this table:
Note: For details on compatible video formats, see page 65. Port name Video equipment connection Computer connection
Video Use a standard...

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Connect your video or computer equipment to these ports:
If you connect to the Input A port, be sure to select the correct Input Signal setting for your 
equipment, or the image may not display properly (see page 21).
Other Connections
■Power cable
Plug the power cable into the projector and a grounded electrical outlet. The P power 
light on the projector’s control panel turns orange when the projector is receiving power 
and is in standby mode.
■Control (RS-232C) and  USB ports
Connect a computer to...

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■Trigger out port
This 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. It can also be used to 
raise or lower your projection screen automatically when 
the projector is in use. 
Connect to it using a 3.5-mm mini jack cable, as shown. 

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Basic Operation
Make sure the projector is set up as described on page 11, then follow the instructions below 
to turn it on and display an image. 
Turning On the Projector
1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Press the 
On button on the remote control or press the 
Power button on the projector.
The projector takes about 30 seconds to warm up and 
display an image. If you don’t see a picture, you may 
need to change the image source as described on the 
next page.
Note: If this is your first time using the...

18Turning Off the Projector
To turn off the projector, press the Off button on the remote control or press the Power 
button on the projector twice. 
Let the projector cool while the Ppower light flashes red (about 30 seconds). Once the light 
stops flashing and stays on, it’s safe to unplug the projector.
Caution: Turn the projector off when not in use. Continuous 24-hour-a-day use may reduce its 
overall life. Never unplug the projector without pressing the Off or Power button and letting it cool, 
or...

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Choosing the Aspect Ratio
Composite and S-Video signals are sized automatically to fit on your screen when Auto is 
selected as the Aspect setting. If you’re viewing a component video signal, you may need to 
change the size of the image (or aspect ratio) by pressing the 
Aspect button on the remote 
control.
■If your video source is connected to the projector’s Video or S-Video port, select Auto to 
automatically display your image in the correct size.
■If the Auto option is unavailable (when the...

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Choosing the Color Mode
You can change the Color Mode to automatically adjust the 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. (For example, you might set the S-Video source to 
Living Room if that source is usually used for watching movies, and set the Video source to 
Dynamic for...