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Saving a Users Logo Saving a Users Logo
The image to be recorded and a selection marquee 
box will be displayed, so move the marquee box to 
select the part of the image to use.
Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control or press the [Sync +], 
[Sync -], [Tracking +] and [Tracking -] buttons on the 
projectors control panel to select the part of the image to use as 
the users logo, and then press the [Enter] button on the remote 
control or the [Auto/Enter] button on the projectors control 
panel.
Select Yes at the confirmation screen, and then 
press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the 
[Auto/Enter] button on the projectors control panel.Select the zoom rate in the Zoom rate setting screen, 
and then press the [Enter] button on the remote 
control or the [Auto/Enter] button on the projectors 
control panel.
4
[ESC]: Return[    ]: Set
[       ]: Move
[Menu]: Exit
TIP
Users logos can be saved at up to 480 
×
×× × 360 dots in size.
5
Select this image?
YESNO Users Logo
6
Set the zoom rate.Zoom rate:
100%
200%
300%
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Saving a Users Logo Saving a Users Logo
Select Yes at the confirmation screen, and then 
press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the 
[Auto/Enter] button on the projectors control panel.
The image will then be saved. Once the image has been saved, 
the message Completed. will be displayed.
7
Save image as users logo?If you save it, the previous users logo willbe overwritten.
YESNO Users Logo
TIP
 Saving the users logo may take a few moments (about 15 seconds). 
Do not use the projector or any other sources which are connected to 
the projector while the users logo is being saved. If this is not 
observed, it may result in errors in projector operation.
 Once a users logo has been saved, the logo setting cannot be 
returned to the factory default. 
						

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Optional AccessoriesThe following optional accessories are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories is current as of March 2003. Details of accessories are 
subject to change without notice.
Hard travel case ELPKS50
Use this case if you need to carry the projector by hand.
Spare lamp ELPLP23
(Set with spare lamp and two spare air filters)
Use as a replacement for spent lamps.
Filter kit (3 sets of 2 air filters (total 6)) ELPAF02
Use as a replacement for spent air filters.
40 Billboard Vision screen ELPHS01
60 Billboard Vision screen ELPHS03
A translucent-type screen. (Aspect ratio
4:3)
60 screen ELPSC07
80 screen ELPSC08
100 screen ELPSC10
A portable roll-type screens. (Aspect ratio 4:3)
50 portable screen ELPSC06
A compact screen which can be carried easily. (Aspect ratio 4:3)
VGA-HD15 PC cable ELPKC02
(1.8 m (6 ft.) - for mini D-Sub 15-pin/mini D-Sub 15-pin)
This is the same computer cable as the projectors accessory computer 
cable.
VGA-HD15 PC cable ELPKC09
(3 m (9.8 ft.) - for mini D-Sub 15-pin/mini D-Sub 15-pin)
VGA-HD15 PC cable ELPKC10
(20 m (65.6 ft.) - for mini D-Sub 15-pin/mini D-Sub 15-pin)
Use these extension cables if the accessory computer cable is too short.
VGA-HD15/BNC PC cable ELPKC11
(1.8 m (6 ft.) - for mini D-Sub 15-pin/5BNC)
Use in order to connect the projector to a computer with a 5BNC port.
Digital video cable DVI-D/DVI-D ELPKC20
(3 m (9.8 ft.) - for DVI-D male/male)
This is a DVI
 cable for connecting the projector to a computer with a 
digital RGB output interface.
Digital video cableDVI-D/DFP ELPKC21
(3 m (9.8 ft.) - for DVI-D/DFP 20-pin)
This is a DFP cable for connecting the projector to a computer with a 
digital RGB output interface.
Remote control cable set ELPKC28
(10 m - for 3.5 mm dia. mini plug (male-male))
(10 m - for 3.5 mm dia. mini jack (male-female))
Use in order to operate the projector accurately by remote control from a 
distance.
Image presentation camera ELPDC02
ELPDC03
ELPDC04
Use to project books, OHP films and slides. 
						

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Optional Accessories Optional Accessories
*1 cannot be installed by the customer. Please contact your dealer for 
assistance.*2 A special method of installation is required in order to suspend the 
projector from the ceiling. Please contact your supplier if you would 
like to use this installation method.
Standard lens
*1
 ELPLS02
(Projection distance ratio: Approx. 1.8–2.4)
Rear projection wide lens
*1
 ELPLR02
(Projection distance ratio: Approx. 0.86)
Long throw zoom lens
*1
 ELPLL04
(Projection distance ratio: Approx. 5.3–7.1)
Medium throw zoom lens 1
*1
 ELPLM01
(Projection distance ratio: Approx. 2.4–3.6)
Medium throw zoom lens 2
*1
 ELPLM02
(Projection distance ratio: Approx. 3.6–5.3)
Wide angle zoom lens
*1
 ELPLW02
(Projection distance ratio: Approx. 1.3–1.8)
Projection distance ratio = Projection distance/Width of projection area
The values should be used as a guide for setting up. The value will vary 
depending on setup conditions and the zoom setting.
Easy Mp.net unit
*1
 ELPXP01
Useful for a variety of presentations utilising a network.
Ceiling plate
*2
 ELPFC03
Pipe 370 (370 mm (14.57 in.)/silver)
*2
 ELPFP04
Pipe 570 (570 mm (22.44 in.)/silver)
*2
 ELPFP05
Pipe 770 (770 mm (30.31 in.)/silver)
*2
 ELPFP06
Dual stacker
*2
 ELPMB15
Stacker plus
*2
 ELPMB16
Ceiling bracket*2
 ELPFC02
Use when installing the projector on a high ceiling or a ceiling with 
veneer panels.
Ceiling mount ELPMB14
Use when installing the projector on a ceiling. 
						

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GlossaryThe following table contains explanations of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which are not explained in the text of the guide. 
Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications.
3-2 pull-down functionThis function directly converts image sources that have been recorded in the same 24-frame format used for movies into 60-
frame progressive signals. This allows data such as DVD software that has been recorded in 24-frame format to be played 
back on large screens with more natural and accurate reproduction, without any loss of image quality from the original movie.
5BNC
A port used to input analogue video signals.
Aspect ratioThe ratio between an images length and its height. HDTV images have an aspect ratio of 16:9 and appear elongated. The 
aspect ratio for standard images is 4:3.
Colour temperature
The temperature of an object which is emitting light. If the colour temperature is high, the colours tend to take on a bluish 
tinge. If the colour temperature is lower, the colours tend to take on a reddish tinge.
Component videoVideo signals which have the video brightness signals and colour signals separated, in order to provide better image quality. In 
high-definition TV (HDTV), it refers to images which consist of three independent signals: Y (luminance signal), and Pb and 
Pr (colour difference signals).
Composite video
Video signals which have the video brightness signals and colour signals mixed together. The type of signals commonly used 
by household video equipment (NTSC, PAL and SECAM formats). 
The carrier signal Y (luminance signal) and chroma (colour) signal which are contained in the colour bar are overlapped to 
form a single signal.
ContrastThe relative brightness of the light and dark areas of an image can be increased or decreased in order to make text and 
graphics stand out more clearly, or to make them appear softer. Adjusting this particular property of an image is called 
contrast adjustment.
Cool-down
This is the process by which the projectors lamp is cooled down after it has become hot through use. It is carried out 
automatically when the [Power] button on either the remote control or the projectors control panel has been pressed to turn  
the projector off. Do not disconnect the power cord while cool-down is in progress, otherwise the cool-down process will not 
work properly. If the cool-down period is not allowed to finish normally, the projectors lamp and internal components will 
remain at high temperatures, and this may shorten the operating life of the lamp or cause problems with the operation of the 
projector.
DFPAbbreviation for Digital Flat Panel. Refers to a standard method for digital transmission of video signals.
DHCP
Abbreviation for Dynamic Host Configuration protocol, which is a protocol for automatically assigning an IP address
 for 
devices that are connected to a network.
Dolby DigitalA sound format developed by Dolby Laboratories. Normal stereo is a 2-channel format which uses two speakers. Dolby 
Digital is a 6-channel (5.1-channel) system which adds to this a centre speaker two rear speakers and a sub-woofer.
DV I
(DVI-D)
Abbreviation for Digital Visual Interface. Refers to a standard method for digital transmission of video signals.
DVI is a standard which has also been applied to digital household electronic equipment other than computers. It allows 
images to be transmitted at higher resolutions than for DFP, and also includes a digital signal encoding function. 
						

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Glossary Glossary
EMP Link21LA utility software program that allows the projector to be connected to a computer so that the computer can be used to control 
the projector. For details on acquiring the software and for instructions on using the software and compatible projector 
models, please visit the web site http://www.epson.co.uk/support/download/projector.htm.
Film judgment function
A function for judging whether an image source is a 24 Hz progressive film source or not.
GatewayA server (router) that is used for communication over a network (subnet) that is divided up using subnet masks.
HDTV
An abbreviation for High-Definition Television. It refers to high-definition systems which satisfy the following conditions.
Vertical resolution of 750p or 1125i or greater (p = progressive
scanning, i = interlaced
scanning)
Screen aspect ratio
of 16:9
Dolby Digital
audio reception and playback (or output)
InterlacedA method of image scanning whereby the image data is divided into fine horizontal lines which are displayed in sequence 
starting from left to right and then from the top to the bottom of the screen. The even-numbered lines and odd-numbered lines 
are displayed alternately.
IP address
A series of numbers that identifies a device that is connected to a network.
MAC addressAbbreviation for Media Access Control address. A MAC address is a unique ID number that is assigned to each network 
adapter. All network adapters are assigned this unique address, and these are used as the basis for communication between 
each network adapter.
Progressive
A method of image scanning whereby the image data from a single image is scanned sequentially from top to bottom to create 
a single image.
Refresh rateThe light-emitting element of a display maintains the same luminosity and colour for an extremely short time. Because of this, 
the image must be scanned many times per second in order to refresh the light-emitting element. The number of refresh 
operations per second is called the refresh rate, and is expressed in hertz (Hz).
Resize display
This function is used to project computer images that have a resolution more than or less than the projectors panel resolution 
to be projected so that they fill the whole of the projection area.
SDTVAn abbreviation for Standard Definition Television. It refers to standard television systems which do not satisfy the conditions 
for High-Definition Television.
Security lock
A device consisting of a projector case with a hole in it that a commercially-available theft-prevention cable can be passed 
through in order to secure the device to a table or pillar. This projector is compatible with the Microsaver Security System 
manufactured by Kensington.
SNMPAbbreviation for Simple Network Management Protocol. In TCP/IP networks, this protocol is used for communication 
between routers and other devices that are connected to the network such as computers and terminals so that these devices can 
be monitored and controlled over the network.
Squeeze mode
In this mode, wide-screen images in 16:9 mode are compressed in the horizontal direction so that they are stored on the 
recording medium as 4:3 images.
When these images are played back by the projector in squeeze mode, they are restored to their original 16:9 format.
sRGBAn international standard for colour intervals that was formulated so that colours which are reproduced by video equipment 
can be handled easily by computer operating systems (OS) and the Internet. 
						

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Glossary Glossary
Subnet mask
A series of numbers that define the number of bits to be used for network addresses in a network (subnet) that is divided up 
according to IP addresses.
SVGAA type of video signal with a resolution of 800 (horizontal) × 600 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible 
computers.
S-Video
A video signal which has the luminance component and colour component separated in order to provide better image quality.
It refers to images which consist of two independent signals: Y (luminance signal), and C (colour signal).
SXGAA type of video signal with a resolution of 1280 (horizontal) × 1024 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible 
computers.
Sync (Synchronisation)
The signals output from computers have a specific frequency. If the projector frequency does not match this frequency, the 
resulting images will not be of a good quality. The process of matching the phases of these signals (the relative position of the 
crests and troughs in the signal) is called synchronisation. If the signals are not synchronized, problems such as flickering, 
blurriness and horizontal interference can occur.
Tr a c k i n gThe signals output from computers have a specific frequency. If the projector frequency does not match this frequency, the 
resulting images will not be of a good quality. The process of matching the frequency of these signals (the number of crests in 
the signal) is called tracking. If tracking is not carried out correctly, wide vertical stripes will appear in the projected images.
Trap IP address
An IP address
 for the destination computer when SNMP reports that a problem has occurred.
USBAn abbreviation for Universal Serial Bus. USB is an interface for connecting personal computers to peripheral devices which 
only support relatively low data transmission speeds.
UXGA
A type of video signal with a resolution of 1600 (horizontal) × 1200 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible 
computers.
VGAA type of video signal with a resolution of 640 (horizontal) × 480 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible 
computers.
XGA
A type of video signal with a resolution of 1024 (horizontal) × 768 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible 
computers.
YCbCrThe carrier signal which is contained in the colour bar signal used in modern TV transmissions. The name comes from the Y 
(luminance) signal and the CbCr (chroma (colour)) signals.
YPbPr
The carrier signal which is contained in the colour bar signal used in high-definition TV (HDTV) transmissions. The name 
comes from the Y (luminance) signal and the PbPr (colour difference) signals. 
						

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List of ESC/VP21 CommandsCommand List
When a power ON command is sent to the projector, the power for the 
projector turns on. When the projector is in a command ready state, it 
returns the 3Ah (:) code.
Furthermore, when command processing is complete, the projector also 
returns a : code.
The : code status can be used to determine whether the projector is ready 
or busy. If command processing terminates with an error, an error message 
is output and then the : code is sent.
Communication Protocol
Item
Command
Power ON/OFFON PWR ON
OFF PWR OFF
Signal selectionComputer 1 SOURCE 10
Computer 2 SOURCE 20
DVI
SOURCE 30
Video SOURCE 41
S-Video SOURCE 42
BNC SOURCE B0
A/V Mute ON/OFFON MUTE ON
OFF MUTE OFF
A/V Mute SelectionBlack MSEL 00
Blue MSEL 01
Users Logo MSEL 02
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•• •Standard baud rate : 9600 bps•
•• •Data length : 8 bits•
•• •Parity : None•
•• •Stop bit : 1 bit•
•• •Flow control : None•
•• •Connector shape : D-Sub 9-pin (male)•
•• •Projector input port : Control (RS-232C) 
						

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List of ESC/VP21 Commands List of ESC/VP21 CommandsCable Layouts
Serial connection•
•• •Connector shape : D-Sub 9-pin (male)•
•• •Projector input 
connector: Control (RS-232C)

 (PC serial cable) 
Signal Function
GND
5
5
GND
GND Signal wire earth
RD
2
3
TD
TD Transmit data
TD
3
2
RD
RD Receive data
DTR
4
6
DSR
DSR Data set ready
DSR
6
4
DTR
DTR Data terminal ready

USB connection•
•• •Connector shape : USB(type B)
(type B) 
						

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List of ESC/VP21 Commands List of ESC/VP21 CommandsUSB Connection Setup
In order to control the projector using ESC/VP21 commands via a USB 
connection, the following preparations must be carried out.PROCEDURE
Download the EMP Link21L
 utility software from the 
EPSON website to the computer being used.
For details on acquiring the software, please visit the Web site 
http://www.epson.co.uk/support/download/projector.htm
.
The USB driver (USB-COM Driver) will be downloaded 
together with the utility software, so install this USB 
driver on the computer that is to be used.
Refer to the EMP Link21L Users Guide that is downloaded 
together with the utility software for instructions on installing 
the USB driver.Change the COM Port setting in the Advanced2 
menu to USB.Turn the projector off.After the cool-down
 period has finished, turn the 
projectors power back on.
Once the projectors power has turned back on, communication 
via a USB connection will then be possible.
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CAUTION
If the power cable is disconnected before cool-down has finished, the 
communication port will not be changed.