Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 400 Users Guide

Specifications61
Specifications
General 
Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix
Size of LCD panels 0.7 inch (18 mm) wide
Lens F=2.1 to 2.8, f=21.4 to 31.7 mm
Resolution 
(native format) 1280 × 720 pixels, 720p
Brightness 1500 ANSI lumens maximum 
Dynamic contrast ratio 5000:1 
Image size 30 to 300 inches 
Projection distance 2.9 to 44.8 feet (0.88 to 13.65 m) at 16:9
3.5 to 54.8 feet (1.07 to 16.71 m) at 4:3
Zoom ratio 1:1.5
Aspect ratio 16:9 or 4:3
Noise level 32 dB (Dynamic color mode) 
26 dB...

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Dimensions
Height 4.9 inches (124 mm); not including adjustable feet 
Width 16 inches (406 mm)
Depth 12.2 inches (309 mm) 
Weight 11.5 lb. (5.2 kg) 
Electrical
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz AC
Power supply 100 to 120 VAC, 2.7 A
200 to 240 VAC, 1.2 A
Power consumption Operating: 245 W (100 to 120V), 240 W (200 to 240 V)
Standby: 4 W (100 to 120V), 5 W (200 to 240 V)
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)
Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operating: 20 to 80%...

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Compatible Video Formats
The projector supports analog video in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats, and it automatically adjusts 
to the incoming signal. It can receive these formats as composite video, S-video, or component video—
which it accepts through the Video, S-Video, and Input A ports, respectively.
The projector also supports digital video (SDTV, HDTV) and various monitor display formats. Digital 
video is accepted by the HDMI port and the Input A port (in component video format)....

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Analog RGB
* HDMI input signalsSignal 
(4:3)Aspect setting
Normal Zoom Wide Squeeze ThroughSqueeze 
Through
VGA* 960 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 640 × 480 853 × 480
VESA 960 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 640 × 480 853 × 480
SVGA 960 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 800 × 600 1066 × 600
XGA 960 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 — —
SXGA 960 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 — —
WXGA  1280 × 720 1280 × 720 — 1280 × 720 — —
MAC13”
MAC16”
MAC19”960 × 720...

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ESC/VP21 Command Codes
You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null modem serial cable to control the projector. You can 
download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the 
Epson website at http://support.epson.com. Following are some of the available codes:
ItemCommand
Power ON/OFF ON PWR ON
OFF PWR OFF
A/V Mute ON/OFF ON MUTE ON
OFF MUTE OFF
A/V Mute selection Black MSEL 00
Blue MSEL 01
User’s Logo MSEL 02
Source 
changeTerminal Signal name...

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Aspect ratio Auto ASPECT 00
Normal ASPECT 20
Squeeze ASPECT 21
Zoom ASPECT 22
Through ASPECT 23
Squeeze Through ASPECT 24
Wide ASPECT 25 ItemCommand
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Notices67
Notices
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. Dangerous electrical 
voltages inside the projector can severely injure you.
■Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to...

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■ The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local regulations 
regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the trash.
■Allow the lamp to cool for one hour before replacing it.
■Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when not in use for extended periods.
■Don’t place the projector or remote control on top of heat-producing equipment.
■If you use the projector in a country other than where you purchased it, use the correct power cord 
for that...

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FCC Compliance Statement
For United States Users
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...

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Declaration of Conformity
According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU 
Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers:
We: Epson America, Inc. 
Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way
MS 3-13
Long Beach, CA 90806-2469
Telephone: (562) 290-5254
Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 
15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the...