Epson Powerlite Home 20 Users Guide

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Using the Projector
Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, adjust the 
picture, control projector operation, and use the menu system.
Choosing a Location
You can set up the projector for these four viewing arrangements: 
If you install the projector in a rear or overhead position, you need to invert and/or mirror the 
image by selecting the correct Projection option (see page 20). Professional installation is 
recommended if you want to...

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To project a rectangular (non-distored) image, you do 
not need to align the projector exactly with the center 
of the screen. By using the horizontal lens shift dial, 
you can place the projector to the left or right of the 
screen’s center, by up to 25 percent of the image’s 
width when projecting with a 16:9 aspect ratio. Make 
sure the projector faces straight ahead (at a 90-degree 
angle to the screen). 
Note: If you place the projector too far left or right, your 
image will...

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Adjusting the Picture
Follow the steps on the Quick Setup sheet to connect the projector to your equipment, turn it 
on, and select the image source. Once you see your picture, you may need to make certain 
adjustments.
Note: If you don’t see a picture, or the picture doesn’t look right, see page 34 for troubleshooting 
instructions.
1. Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the picture, or the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge it.
2. If the image is not centered on the screen, use the...

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3. If you still need to raise the height of the image after using the vertical lens shift dial, lift 
the front of the projector and rotate the adjustable feet until the image is positioned 
correctly. You can also use the feet to correct the angle of the image if it’s tilted 
horizontally.
4. If you raise or lower the image by tilting the projector, the image becomes “keystoned” 
and looks like   or  . To return the image to a rectangular shape, use the   or   
Keystone button on...

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Controlling Your Presentation
Use these settings to control the projector’s speaker volume, temporarily freeze the picture, or 
turn off the picture and sound.
Adjusting the Volume
When an audio source is connected to the projector’s Audio port, use the   and   Volume 
buttons on the projector or remote control to adjust the sound output from of the projector’s 
speaker.
Freezing the Action
To freeze the action temporarily on the screen, press the 
Still button on the remote...

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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.
■The Image menu controls the look and quality of the picture. It offers several ways to 
adjust the color and improve the sharpness and clarity of the picture.
■The Settings menu lets you set the child lock or sleep mode, adjust the position and size 
of the picture, select front or rear projection, and customize other...

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3. If you see a list of options, use the u and d arrow buttons to highlight the option you 
want, then press 
Enter to select it. (Enabled settings are indicated by a green light.)
If you see a slider bar like the one shown below, use the l and r arrow buttons to adjust 
the setting.
4. Press the 
Esc button to return to the previous menu, or the Menu button to exit the 
menu system.
Adjusting the Appearance of the Picture
The Image menu lets you make a variety of adjustments to the...

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Using Picture Quality Settings
Before adjusting the image with these settings, make sure you have already selected the best 
Color Mode, as described on page 17. 
Note: All settings apply to (and are retained for) only the currently selected input source (Input A, 
Input B, Video, or S-Video). If you use more than one source, you should adjust the settings 
separately for each one.
Press the Menu button. Select Image > Picture Quality and then choose from these options:
■Brightness...

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■Sync 
Select 
Image > Picture Quality > Sync. Corrects fuzziness by synchronizing the 
projector with the computer’s tracking signal. For best results, adjust the tracking first.
Saving and Recalling Picture Settings
You can use the projector’s Memory feature to save the current picture quality settings as a 
group. This lets you quickly recall them for future use.
1. Press the 
Menu button, then select Image > Save Memory. 
2. Select
 Memory 1, Memory 2, or Memory 3, then press...

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■Output Scaling (component video only)
Lets you see the edges of the image that are not normally visible. Select 
Larger to view 
both the hidden and visible parts of the image. 
Normal displays images at standard size.
■Keystone
Corrects vertical keystone distortion (when your image looks like   or   from tilting 
the projector). Makes the image somewhat smaller. 
■Projection
Mirrors and/or inverts the image as needed, depending on the projector’s location relative 
to the screen:...