Epson EF12 User manual

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Epson Home Projector EF-12
User’s Manual
Index
1 Introduction to Your Projector
2 Setting Up the Projector
3 Adjusting the Projector Settings
4 Appendix

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1 Introduction to Your Projector
1.1 Projector Parts - Front/Top
Name
Functions
①
Remote receiver
Receives signals from the remote control.
②
Air intake vent
Takes in air to cool the projector internally.
③
Lens
Images are projected from here.
④
Air intake vent (air filter)
Takes in air to cool the projector internally.
⑤
Security slot
The security slot is compatible with the Microsaver
Security System manufactured by Kensington.
⑥
AC adapter port
Connects the AC adapter.
⑦
Speaker
Outputs audio.
⑧
HDMI1 port
Inputs video signals from HDMI compatible video.
⑨
HDMI2 (ARC) port
Inputs video signals from HDMI compatible video.
⑩
USB-A port
Connects a USB memory device or a digital camera.
⑪
Service port
This port is not normally used.
⑫
Audio Out port
Outputs audio from the current input source to
headphones.
⑬
Status indicator
Indicates the projector's status.
⑭
Control panel
Operates the projector.

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1.2 Projector Parts - Control Panel
Name
Functions
①
Status indicator
Indicates the projector's status.
②
Power button
Turns the projector on or off.
③
V mute button
Turns the video on or off temporarily.
④
Bluetooth Speaker Mode
button
Enter the Bluetooth Speaker Mode.
⑤
Volume up/down buttons
Adjusts the volume for the speaker and headphones.

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1.3 Projector Parts –Base
Name
Functions
①
Foot release lever
Press the foot release lever to extend and retract the
front adjustable foot.
②
Mount plate fixing point
Attach the optional or supplied mount plate here.
③
Rear feet (Mount plate
fixing points)
Loosen these feet by turning them counterclockwise,
and then remove them to attach the optional or
supplied mount plate.
④
Air filter cover
Open to access the air filter.
⑤
Front adjustable foot
When setup on a surface such as a desk, extend the
foot to adjust the position of the image.

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1.4 Projector Parts - Remote Control
Name
Functions
①
Indicator
Turns on when outputting signals from the remote
control.
②
YouTube button
Starts the YouTube application.
③
Bluetooth Speaker Mode
button
Enter the Bluetooth Speaker Mode.
④
Directional pad
Selects menu items on the projector.
⑤
Esc button
Switches to the next input source.
⑥
Volume up/down buttons
Adjusts the volume for the projector.

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⑦
Keystone button
Corrects the projected image.
⑧
V mute button
Turns the video on or off temporarily.
⑨
Projector Settings button
Displays and closes the Projector Settings menu. You
can use the projector's menus to adjust the settings
that control how your projector works.
⑩
Home button
Displays the Android TV™ home screen.
⑪
Mic button
Allows you to operate your Android TV™ using voice
commands. When you press this button, the remote
control's microphone starts listening for voice
commands.
⑫
Enter button
Enters the current selection and moves to the next
level while displaying the projector's menu.
⑬
Source Search button
Switches to the next input source.
⑭
Apps button
Displays a list of the applications available on the
Android TV™.
⑮
Power button
Turns the projector on or off.

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2 Setting Up the Projector
2.1 Projector Placement
You can place the projector on almost any flat surface to project an image.
The projector can be installed at various angles. There is no vertical or horizontal limit to
how the projector can be installed.
2.1.1 Projector Setup and Installation Options
You can set up or install your projector in the following ways:
Front (Standard)
Front Ceiling (Upside down)
2.1.2 Projection Distance
The distance at which you place the projector from the screen determines the
approximate size of the image. The image size increases the farther the projector is

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from the screen, but can vary depending on the zoom factor, aspect ratio, and other
settings.
2.2 Turning On the Projector
1. Connect the AC adapter to the projector's AC adapter port.
2. Connect the power code to the AC adapter
3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
4. Press the power button on the control panel or remote control to turn on the projector.
2.3 Turning Off the Projector
1. Press the power button on the control panel or remote control.
The light source will turn off.

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2.4 Pairing the Remote Control
If the remote control and the projector have not been paired, follow the on-screen
instructions and press and hold the Enter and Home buttons on the remote control to pair.

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3 Adjusting the Projector Settings
3.1 Picture
Setting
Options
Description
Color Mode
Dynamic
Vivid
Bright Cinema
Cinema
Natural
Adjusts the vividness of image colors for various
image types and environments.
Light Output
50 % ~ 100 %
Adjusts the brightness for the light source.
Custom Settings
Brightness
Contrast
Brightness: Lightens or darkens the overall
image.