Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 1080 Users Guide

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Selecting Memory Settings and Resetting the 
Projector
Your projector comes with 10 memory locations for installers to save customized settings, 
designed to provide the best color quality for each of your video inputs. 
Selecting Memory Settings
You can easily recall the memory settings by using the 
memory button on the remote control.
1. Press the 
Memory button on the remote control. 
2. Select 
Load Memory.
3. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired setting, then...

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3. Press the Select button to delete the memory settings.
Note: You can delete memory settings one at a time with the Erase Memory setting under the 
Memory menu.
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. 
To restore the settings in a specific menu (such as the Image or Settings menu), open that 
menu, select...

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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 28). 
■Output Scaling
For component video formats, this setting lets you see the edges of the image that are not 
normally visible in the picture (see...

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■Startup Screen
Turn this setting off if you want to prevent the startup screen from appearing while the 
projector is warming up.
■Display Background
Changes the screen that’s used when the projector is not receiving a signal or when you 
press the 
Blank button to temporarily stop projection.
Other Setup Options
■Projection
You can select different options for projecting the image: Front, Front/Ceiling, Rear, 
Rear/Ceiling.
■Direct Power On
Sets projection to start when...

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■Trigger Out
Turn on this setting if you want the Trigger out port to output a 12-volt signal while 
the projector is operating. You can use this to raise or lower your projection screen.
■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 
5min., 10 min., or 30 min. as the length of time before shutoff; decreasing the 
time conserves power and...

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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. Do not try to service this product yourself, except as...

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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.
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
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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.
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 52). It’s time to replace the lamp when:
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■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.
Note: Lamp life results will vary depending on mode selected, environmental conditions, and 
usage. 
Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.
You can purchase lamp part number V13H010L39 from an authorized Epson reseller. To 
find the nearest...