Epson Powerlite Pro Cinema 800 Specifications

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Projector PartsProjector Specifications
General
Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT)
active matrix
Size of LCD panels Wide: 0.7 inches (18 mm)
Lens F=2.1 to 2.8, f=21.4 to 31.7 mm
Zoom ratio 1:1.5
Resolution 1280 × 720 pixels (720p) 
Brightness 1600 ANSI lumens max. 
Dynamic contrast 5000:1
ratio
Image size  30 to 300 inches (0.76 to 7.6 m)
Projection distance 2.9 to 44.8 feet (0.9 to 13.7 m) 16:9
3.5 to 54.8 feet (1.1 to 16.7 m) 4:3
Optical aspect ratio 16:9 or 4:3
Keystone correction 
± 15° vertical
angle
Noise level 32 dB (Vivid color mode); 
26 dB (HD/Silverscreen color mode)
Lamp 
Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency), E-TORL
Power consumption 170 W
Lamp life 1700 to 3000 hours, depending on
usage
Part number V13H010L35
Remote Control 
Range 30 feet (10 meters)
Battery AA × 2
Dimensions
Height 4.9 inches (124 mm)
Width 16 inches (406 mm)
Depth 12.2 inches (309 mm)
Weight 11.5 lb (5.2 kg)
Control panel
Ventilation 
slots
Lens cover Vertical lens 
shift dial
Adjustable foot
Infrared 
receiver
Horizontal lens 
shift dial
Zoom ring
Focus ring
S-Video 
port Input A port 
(component)
AC power inletInfrared 
receiver
Kensington  
lock port
®
Trigger 
out port D4 port (used 
mainly in Japan)
Video port
Control (RS-232C) port
Input B port 
(RGB)HDMI  port
TM
Power 
switch
Power 
button
Warning 
light
Keystone correction buttons
(correct shape of non-rectangular images)
Source button
(switches input 
source)Esc button
(exits current menu item)
Aspect button
(switches aspect ratio) Menu button
(displays on-screen menu)
Select button
(selects menu options)
Power 
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Electrical
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Power supply 100 to 120 V: 2.7 A
200 to 240 V: 1.2 A
Power consumption Operating: 245 W max.
Standby: 4 W
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) 
(non-condensing) Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH, 
non-condensing
Storage: 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Operating altitude 7500 feet (2280 meters)
Safety
United States FCC Part 15B Class B (DoC)
UL60950 Third Edition
Canada ICES-003 Class B
CSA C22.2 No. 60950 )
Positioning the Projector
You can install the projector for these viewing setups:
When projecting from an overhead position, reorient the image 
by selecting the Front/Ceiling Projection option. 
Image Size and Projection Distance 
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 smaller.
To determine the exact image size when you know the 
projection distance (or the exact projection distance when you 
know the desired image size), you can use the Projection 
Distance Calculator. You can download this program from the 
Epson website at http://support.epson.com. 
Projecting a Square Image
For best image quality, place the projector at a height where its 
lens is between the top and bottom of the screen. This lets you 
keep the projector level and use the vertical lens shift dial to 
position the image. 
Center
CeilingSide
16:9 Aspect ratio
Projection distance 
(wide to tele) Maximum diagonal image size
2.9 to 4.4 feet 30 inches (26 × 15 inches)
3.9 to 5.9 feet 40 inches (35 × 20 inches)
5.9 to 8.9 feet 60 inches (51 × 28 inches)
7.9 to 11.8 feet 80 inches (71 × 39 inches)
9.9 to 14.8 feet 100 inches (87 × 47 inches)
20 to 29.8 feet 200 inches (173 × 98 inches)
30.1 to 44.8 feet 300 inches (260 × 146 inches)
4:3 Aspect ratio
Projection distance 
(wide to tele) Maximum diagonal image size
3.5 to 5.3 feet 30 inches (26 × 14 inches)
4.8 to 7.2 feet 40 inches (34 × 19 inches)
7.2 to 10.8 feet 60 inches (52 × 29 inches)
9.7 to 14.5 feet 80 inches (69 × 39 inches)
12.1 to 18.2 feet 100 inches (87 × 49 inches)
24.5 to 36.5 feet 200 inches (174 × 98 inches)
36.8 to 54.8 feet 300 inches (261 × 147 inches) 
						

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11/05 Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 800 - 3 If you place the projector above or below screen level, you’ll 
have to tilt it up or down to aim the image at the screen; this 
distorts (or “keystones”) the shape of the image, but you can 
correct it using the projector’s Keystone function (see page 6).
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 dial 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. 
Caution: To adjust the lens position, make sure you use the lens 
shift dials. Do not try to move the lens manually, or you may strip 
the gears.
Tip: You can display a test pattern to help you center the image on 
the screen. Press the 
Pattern button on the remote control, then 
select 
Display Position. You can use the feet to correct the angle of 
the image if it’s tilted.
Installing the Projector
The illustrations below and in the next column show the 
dimensions of the projector:The included projector mount lets you attach the projector to 
the wall or ceiling in the location that works best for your room. 
Follow the instructions included with the mount to install the 
projector, which weighs 11.5 pounds. The wall or ceiling 
where you install it must be capable of supporting a weight of 
58 pounds. 
If you are planning to use an AV controller with the projector, 
refer to the table of ESC/VP21 command codes below.
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:
Vertical lens shift dial
Horizontal lens shift dial
4.33 in.
15.98 in.
5.18 in.
0.45 in.
5.63 in.2.32 in.
0.75 in.Item Command
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
11.81 in.2.08 in.
6.3 in.
12.17 in.3 in. 
						

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Cable Connections
You can connect up to five pieces of video equipment to the 
projector, using the ports listed below (cables are not included):
For best results, connect your video equipment to the 
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port. If your 
equipment doesn’t support HDMI, connect it to one of the 
following ports (highest quality listed first): Input A (for 
component video), S-Video, or Video (composite video).
Making Other Connections
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need 
to connect these additional cables:
❏Control (RS-232C)
Connect a computer or AV controller to this port.
❏Trigger out port
This port outputs a 12-volt DC signal when the projector is 
turned on, and can be used to raise or lower a projection 
screen automatically. 
❏Connect a 3.5-mm mini jack to the port, as shown.
Source 
changeTerminal Signal name
Input A Input A SOURCE 10
YCbCr SOURCE 14
YPbPr SOURCE 15
Auto SOURCE 1F
Input B Input B SOURCE 20
RGB SOURCE 21
Input 3 
(HDMI)HDMI SOURCE 30
Video Cycles within 
SOURCE 4XSOURCE 40
Video (RCA) SOURCE 41
S-Video SOURCE 42
Input 5 D4 SOURCE C0
YCbCr SOURCE C4
YPbPr SOURCE C5
Auto SOURCE CF
Color Mode Standard CMODE 01
Cinema Night CMODE 05
Cinema Day CMODE 06
Natural CMODE 07
Vivid CMODE 08
HD CMODE 09
Silverscreen CMODE 0A
Aspect ratio Auto ASPECT 00
Normal ASPECT 20
Squeeze ASPECT 21
Zoom ASPECT 22
Through ASPECT 23
Squeeze 
ThroughASPECT 24
Wide ASPECT 25
Item Command
Port Required Cable Supported video formats
Video RCA video cable Analog TV (NTSC, PAL, SECAM)
S-Video S-video cable Analog TV (NTSC, PAL, SECAM)
Input A Use a 3-connector 
component video cable. 
Select YCbCr (NTSC) or 
YPbPr (HDTV) as the 
Input Signal setting (see 
page 6)Digital TV (SDTV and HDTV)
Analog TV (NTSC, PAL, SECAM)
Input B Mini D-sub, 15-pin 
monitor cableRGB
HDMI HDMI cable Digital TV (SDTV and HDTV) 
						

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Compatible Video Formats
The projector supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM, as well as 
the digital video formats listed below.
Turning the Projector On and Off
1. Connect the power cord to the projector and a grounded 
electrical outlet. 
2. Remove the lens cap.
3. Turn on any connected equipment you plan to use.
4. Turn on the power switch on the back of the projector.
5. Press the 
On button on the remote control, or press the 
P
Power button on the projector.
The projector takes about 10 seconds to warm up. If you 
don’t see an image, you may need to select the image source 
(see the next column).[]
Turning Off the Projector
1. Turn off any equipment connected to the projector.
2. Press the 
Off button on the remote control (or press the 
P
Power button on the projector twice). 
3. Let the projector cool for about 30 seconds. 
4. Once the light stops flashing and stays on, turn off the power 
switch on the back. 
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 button and letting it cool, or you 
could damage it and reduce lamp life.
Locking the Projector
You can lock the projector to prevent the image from being 
accidentally changed once it’s adjusted, and to keep children 
from using the projector without adult supervision.
1. Press the 
Menu button on the projector or remote control.
2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the 
Setting menu, 
then open the 
Operation menu.
3. Choose from these options:
❏
Child Lock to disable the P Power button on the 
projector’s control panel unless it is pressed for about 3 
seconds.
❏
Operation Lock to disable all the buttons on the 
projector’s control panel. To operate the projector, you 
have to use the remote control.
4. Press 
Menu to exit the menu system. Turn off the projector 
to activate the Child Lock.
Basic Image Adjustments
Once the projector is turned on, use these functions to adjust 
the image.
Selecting the Image Source
If you don’t see the image you want, 
press the 
Source button on the 
projector or the button on the remote 
control that corresponds to the port to 
which your video equipment is 
connected.  Digital video formats
Format Signal name Resolution Aspect ratio
SDTV 480i
480p
576i
576p960 × 720
960 × 720
960 × 720
960 × 7204:3
4:3
4:3
4:3
HDTV 720p
1080i1280 
× 720
1280 × 72016:9
16:9
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Source button on the 
projector, you see a menu of available 
sources. Press the u or d button to 
highlight a source and press the 
 Select 
button.
If you select the Input A source using either 
the remote control or the menu above, you 
may see the Input A menu:
Press the u or d button to highlight 
YCbCr (for component video with an NTSC signal) or YPbPr 
(for component video with an HDTV signal), or select
 Auto so 
the projector can automatically detect the Input A source type. 
Then press the 
 Select button.
Focusing and Zooming the Image
Sharpen or reduce the focus using the focus ring.
Zoom into or out of the picture using the zoom ring.
Correcting the Image Shape
If the projected image looks like  or  , use the Keystone 
function to correct its shape. 
Note: If the image is shaped like  or  , the projector has been 
placed off to the side of the screen and angled toward it. Face the 
projector straight ahead (instead of at the center of the screen), then 
use the horizontal lens shift dial to center the image.
To perform keystone correction, press the u or d button on the 
projector, or access the menu system as follows:
1. Press the 
Menu button on the projector or remote control.
2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the 
Settings 
menu, then select 
Keystone.
3. Use the  arrow buttons to adjust the shape of the image.
4. Press the 
Menu button when done.
Choosing the Color Mode
You can change the Color Mode to adjust the brightness, 
contrast, and color, letting you quickly optimize the image for 
various lighting environments. 
1. Select the image source you want to adjust (a different Color 
Mode can be saved with each image source). 
2. Press the 
Color Mode button on the remote control. Then 
choose from these settings:
❏
Vivid for projecting the brightest picture available.
❏
Cinema Day for watching movies during the day.
❏
Natural for projecting the most natural, accurate colors.
❏
Cinema Night for watching movies in a dark room.
❏
HD for images that are close to those in professional-use 
broadcast monitors.
❏
Silverscreen for black and white movies or those with 
dark scenes.
❏
Standard for projecting computer images that conform 
to the sRGB color standard.
Choosing the Aspect Ratio
Depending on the port to which your equipment is connected, 
your image can be automatically sized to fit on the screen when 
Auto is selected as the Aspect setting. If the image doesn’t fit the 
way you like, you may need to set the aspect ratio yourself. 
Press the 
Aspect button, then choose from these settings:
❏
Normal for standard TV broadcasts, computer images, or 
images having a 4:3 aspect ratio.
❏
Zoom for images recorded in 16:9 (wide-screen) format.
❏
Wide if you want to expand a 4:3 image to 16:9 so it fills the 
whole screen. This stretches only the right and left sides of 
the image; the central part is unchanged.
❏
Squeeze for recordings made in a compressed (anamorphic) 
16:9 format, sometimes called “Squeeze Mode.”
❏
Through if your image is smaller than 1280 × 720 pixels 
and you want to display it at its original pixel size without 
resizing it to fit on the screen. 
❏
Squeeze Through if your image is recorded in Squeeze 
Mode, is smaller than 1280×720 pixels, and you want to 
display it at its original pixel size. 
Wide
Tele
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resolutions for all video formats and aspect ratio settings are listed below. 
Analog TV, composite video, or S-video
FormatAspect setting
Normal (4:3) Zoom (16:9)Squeeze/Wide 
(16:9) Through (4:3)Squeeze 
Through (16:9)
NTSC 960 × 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 596 × 446 794 × 446
PAL or SECAM 960 
× 720 1280 × 720 1280 × 720 708 × 528 944 × 528
Digital component video
FormatSignal 
nameAspect setting
Normal Zoom Squeeze Wide ThroughSqueeze 
Through
SDTV 480i
480p
576i
576p(4:3)
960 × 720
960 × 720
960 × 720
960 × 720(16:9)
1280 
× 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720(16:9)
1280 
× 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720(16:9)
1280 
× 760
1280 × 760
1280 × 760
1280 × 760(4:3)
596 
× 446
596 × 446
708 × 528
708 × 528(16:9)
794 
× 446
794 × 446
944 × 528
944 × 528
HDTV 720p
1080i(16:9)
1280 
× 720
1280 × 720—
——
—(16:9)
1176 × 664
——
—
Digital RGB video
FormatSignal 
nameAspect setting
Normal Zoom Squeeze Wide ThroughSqueeze 
Through
SDTV 480i
480p
576i
576p960 × 720
960 × 720
960 × 720
960 × 7201280 
× 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 7201280 
× 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 7201280 
× 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720640 
× 480
640 × 480
768 × 576
768 × 576853 
× 480
853 × 480
1024 × 576
1024 × 576
HDTV 720p
1080i1280 
× 720
1280 × 720—
——
——
—1280 × 720
——
—
Computer monitor formats (analog RGB)
Format (4:3)Aspect setting
Normal Zoom Squeeze Wide 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 inch
MAC16 inch
MAC19 inch960 
× 720
960 × 720
960 × 7201280 
× 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 7201280 
× 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 7201280 
× 720
1280 × 720
1280 × 720640 
× 480
832 × 624
—853 × 480
1109 × 624
— 
						

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Projector Status Lights
If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for 
the warning light to turn a steady orange, turn off the power 
switch on the back, and unplug it. Then plug the power cord 
back in and turn on the projector. If this doesn’t solve the 
problem, check the lights on top of the projector. They alert 
you to possible problems.
Remote Control and IR Codes
Following is an illustration of the remote control, along with 
the IR codes that correspond to the remote control buttons:
Light Status Action
P off Make sure the power switch on the back of 
the projector is turned on and the power cable 
is connected securely at both ends.
P orange The projector is in standby mode. You can turn 
off the power switch on the back to turn off 
the projector or press the PPower button to 
turn it on.
P flashing 
greenThe projector is warming up. Wait about 
30 seconds for a picture to appear.
P green The projector is operating normally.
P flashing 
orangeYou’ve turned off the projector and it’s cooling 
down. Wait until the light stops flashing, then 
turn off the power switch in back (or press the 
PPower button to turn it back on). 
flashing 
orangeHigh-speed cooling is in progress. If the 
projector gets too hot again, projection stops 
automatically. Make sure there is plenty of 
space around and under the projector and 
nothing is blocking the air filter. If it continues 
to overheat, clean the air filter; see 
instructions at right.
red The projector is too hot and the lamp has 
turned off. Wait 5 minutes, then turn it back 
on. Make sure there is plenty of space around 
and under the projector and nothing is 
blocking the air filter. Clean or replace the air 
filter if necessary.
If you are using the projector at an altitude 
above 4900 feet, turn on High Altitude Mode.
flashing red 
(half-second 
intervals)The lamp needs to be replaced. Make sure 
you have a spare lamp handy. 
flashing red 
at 1-second 
intervalsThere is an internal problem. Turn off the 
power switch on the back of the projector and 
unplug it. Then conatct Epson for assistance.
Power light
Warning light
Function Hex code
Power on 90h
Power off 91h
Memory 8Bh
Color Mode 8Fh
Menu 9Ah
Aspect 8Ah
Up B0h
Down B2h
Left B3h
Right B1h
Enter 85h
Esc 84h
HDMI 73h
D4/scart 7Eh
Input A 71h
Input B 9Dh
S-Video 9Ch
Video 70h
Contrast 2Ch
Color Temp. 2Dh
Skin Tone 2Ah
Pattern 96h
Blank 93h 
						

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Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
Clean the air filter on the bottom of the projector once every 
three months, or more often in dusty environments. If it’s not 
cleaned periodically, it can become clogged, preventing proper 
ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the 
projector.
1. Press the P 
Power button and wait for the P power light to 
stop flashing.
2. Turn off the projector using the power switch on the back.
3. Unplug the power cord and disconnect any cables.
4. Turn the projector over. 
5. Then use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers 
and other office equipment to clean the filter. If you don’t 
have one, gently clean the filter using a very soft brush, such 
as an artist’s paintbrush.
If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken, replace 
it. Purchase part number 
V13H134A09 from an authorized 
Epson reseller. 
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 from 1700 to 3000 hours, depending 
on usage. You can use the Info menu to check how long it’s 
been in use. It’s time to replace the lamp when:
❏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 the selected mode, 
environmental conditions, and usage. 
Purchase lamp part number 
V13H010L35 from an authorized 
Epson reseller.
Warning: Let the lamp cool fully (about an hour) before replacing 
it. In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass 
fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid 
injury. 
Caution: Never touch the lamp with your bare hands; the invisible 
residue left by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life. Use 
a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. Press the P 
Power button and wait for the light to stop 
flashing.
2. Turn off the power switch on the back of the projector and 
unplug the power cord and any cables.
3. If the projector has been on, let it cool for about an hour.
4. Press in the latches securing the lamp cover and lift off the 
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10 - Epson PowerLite Pro Cinema 800 11/05 5. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don’t come 
all the way out).
6. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.
Warning
:   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.
7. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws.
Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. 
Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure.
8. Replace the cover. (The projector won’t work if the lamp 
cover is open or loose.)
9. Reset the lamp usage timer, as described in the next section.
Resetting the Lamp Timer
After installing a new lamp, you need to reset the timer so the 
projector can keep track of how many hours it has been used. 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the projector or remote control.
2. Use the menu navigation buttons to open the 
Reset menu, 
then select 
Reset Lamp Hours. 
3. When you see a confirmation prompt, highlight 
Yes and 
press the 
Select button.
4. When you’re finished, press the 
Menu button to exit.
The lamp usage timer doesn’t register until you’ve used the 
lamp for at least 10 hours.
Optional Accessories 
Epson provides the following optional accessories: 
You can purchase accessories from an authorized Epson 
reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON 
(800-463-7766). 
In the U.S., you can also purchase online at 
www.epsonstore.com.
In Canada, you can also purchase at www.epson.ca or 
(800) 807-7766.
Related Documentation
CPD-20687EPSON PowerLite Pro Cinema 800 
User’s Guide
CPD- 20729EPSON Extra Care  Three-year Home
Service warranty
Note: Setup instructions are provided in the User’s Guide. There is 
no setup sheet.
Product Part number
Replacement lamp (ELPLP35) V13H010L35
Air filter replacement (ELPAF09) V13H134A09
Kensington security lock  ELPSL01
S-video cable ELPSV01
Component video cable ELPKC19
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