Epson Powerlite Home 20 Users Guide

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Contents
Welcome! 5
Registration and Warranty 5
Projector Parts 6
Projector Controls 7
Optional Accessories 8
About This Manual 9
Getting More Information 9
Using the Projector 11
Choosing a Location 11
Adjusting the Picture 13
Controlling Your Presentation 15
Adjusting the Volume 15
Freezing the Action 15
Turning Off the Picture and Sound 15
Using the Projector’s Menu System 16
Changing Menu Settings 16
Adjusting the Appearance of the Picture 17
Using Advanced Picture Settings 19
Using On-screen Display Features 21
Customizing Projector Operation 22
Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information 23
Restoring the Default Settings 24
Caring for the Projector 25
Cleaning the Lens 25
Cleaning the Projector Case 25
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Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filters 26
Replacing the Lamp 27
Resetting the Lamp Timer 29
Storing the Projector 29
Transporting the Projector 29
Problem Solving 31
What To Do When the Lights Flash 31
Solving Projector Problems 32
Solving Picture Problems 34
Where To Get Help 38
Specifications and Notices 39
Projector Specifications 39
Important Safety Information 42
FCC Compliance Statement 44
Declaration of Conformity 45
Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 45
Index 47 
						

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Welcome!
The Epson® PowerLite® Home 20 Theater Projector lets you enjoy high-quality projection in 
the relaxing environment of your own home. It offers these powerful features:
■Adjustable color modes with built-in cinema filter for great viewing
■16:9 LCD panel for wide format projection
■Flexible setup configurations for front or rear projection and ceiling-mounted installation
■Short lens focus; you can project a 120-inch diagonal image with the projector just 
10 feet away
■1200 ANSI lumens
■1000:1 contrast ratio
■Parental control through the projector’s child lock function
■Lock port for optional Kensington® MicroSaver® anti-theft device
■Toll-free two-year priority technical support
Registration and Warranty
The Epson PowerLite Home 20 projector comes with a basic two-year carry-in warranty. For 
details, see page 45.
In addition, Epson offers free Extra Care  Home Service during your warranty period. 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.
We encourage you to please register your projector. To register, simply fill out the registration 
card that came with your projector and mail it to Epson. Or you can register online at 
http://www.epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive special updates on new 
accessories, products, and service.
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Projector Parts
Control panel
Infrared receiver
(for remote control)
Ventilation slotsLens coverFocus ring  Zoom ring
Adjustable 
feet
Speaker S-video portVideo port 
(composite video)
Input B (computer)
Component video port
AC power inlet Infrared receiverAudio ports
Control port (for 
service use only)Vertical lens shift Horizontal lens shift
Kensington 
security lock
Lamp cover release slot
Lamp cover 
						

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Projector Controls
Power button
Turns the projector on and off
Power light
Indicates 
operating status
Warning light
Alerts you to 
problems 
Keystone correction buttons
Adjust screen shape
Volume buttons
Adjust speaker volumeMenu button
Displays or hides 
projector menus
Source button
Switches the 
video input sourceEsc button
Exits the current 
function or menu
Aspect button
Changes the 
picture’s aspect ratio 
udl r Arrow buttons
Navigate menus
Enter button
Selects menu options
Source buttons
Switch between equipment 
connected to the projector Power buttons
Turn the projector 
on and offAspect button
Changes the picture’s 
aspect ratio
Volume buttons
Adjust speaker volume
A/V Mute button
Turns off audio and video
ESC button
Exits the current function 
or menu Auto button
Optimizes computer images
Menu button
Displays or hides 
projector’s menus
udl r Arrow and Enter buttons
Navigate menus and select menu 
options Picture buttons
Adjust brightness, contrast, 
color temperature, and skin 
tones. Also let you select a color 
mode or recall memory settings.
Still button
Freezes the picture and sound
Keystone buttons
Adjust screen shape 
						

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Optional Accessories
Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector: 
You can purchase these accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest 
reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To purchase online, visit 
www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for reseller 
referral.
Product Part number
Replacement lamp ELPLP33
Air filter replacement ELPAF09
Customized carrying cases:
Samsonite
® wheeled soft case
Samsonite soft shoulder bagELPKS35
ELPKS43
Ceiling mount
Suspension adapter
False ceiling plateELPHT020
ELPHTAPL
ELPHTFCP
Kensington security lock  ELPSL01
S-video cable F8V308X25 
						

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About This Manual
See the Quick Setup sheet to connect the projector to your video or computer equipment. 
This book contains information on using the projector, in addition to 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.
Notes: Contain important information about your projector.
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 view FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) or 
product information and e-mail your questions to Epson support.
If you need more help, you can use the Epson PrivateLine
® Support service. Call 
(800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your 
projector.  
						

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