Epson Stylus Color 200 User manual

EPSON®PowerLite®Cinema 200
Home Theater Projector
User’sGuide

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Copyright © 2003 by Epson America, Inc. 10/03
CPD-17301

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Contents
Introduction 7
Registration and Warranty 7
Projector Parts 8
Projection Controls 9
Optional Accessories 10
Using This Manual 11
Getting More Information 11
Setting Up the Projector 13
Choosing a Location 13
Connecting the Cables 15
Other Connections 16
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 17
Focusing and Zooming the Image 17
Inverting and Mirroring the Image 18
Selecting the Input Signal Setting 18
Positioning the Image 19
Performing Keystone Correction 19
Basic Operation 21
Turning On the Projector 21
Turning the Projector Off 22
Selecting the Image Source 22
Choosing the Aspect Ratio 23
Choosing the Color Mode 24
Locking the Projector 25

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Making Adjustments 27
Using the Menu System 27
Changing How the Menu Displays 28
Adjusting the Image Quality 29
Brightness and Contrast Settings 29
Sharpness and Picture Quality Settings 30
Color Settings 31
Adjustments for Computer Images 32
Saving and Resetting Menu Selections 33
Creating Memory Settings 33
Resetting the Projector 34
Customizing Projector Features 35
Image Sizing 35
Screen Options 36
Other Setup Options 36
Using Cinema Color Editor 39
Setting Up Your Computer 39
System Requirements 39
Installing the Software 40
Connecting to the Computer 41
Using Cinema Color Editor 42
Remote Control Operations 43
Adjusting the Picture Quality 44
Adjusting the Color 45
Saving and Recalling Picture Settings 46
Managing Your Settings 48

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Maintenance 49
Cleaning the Lens 49
Cleaning the Projector Case 49
Changing the Remote Control’s Batteries 50
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 51
Replacing the Lamp 52
Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 53
Storing the Projector 54
Transporting the Projector 54
Problem Solving 55
What To Do When the Lights Flash 55
Checking the Projector Status 56
Solving Picture Problems 57
Solving Remote Control Problems 60
Where To Get Help 61
Specifications 63
General 63
Lamp 63
Remote Control 63
Dimensions 64
Electrical 64
Environmental 64
Safety 64
Compatible Video Formats 65
Aspect Ratio Settings 66

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Notices 69
Important Safety Information 69
Remote Control Information 70
FCC Compliance Statement 71
Declaration of Conformity 72
Epson America, Inc., Limited Warranty 72
Index 75

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Introduction
The EPSON®PowerLite®Cinema 200 projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the
relaxing environment of your own home. Designed especially for home cinema use, it offers
these outstanding features:
■1280 ×720 resolution, 800:1 contrast ratio, and up to 1300 lumens for incredibly rich,
sharp images
■PixelworksTM Digital Natural ExpressionTM technology to make fast-moving images
appear clear and lifelike
■True 16:9 wide-format projection
■Flexible setup configurations, including front or rear projection and ceiling mounted,
with a screen trigger port to automatically raise and lower your projection screen
■Vertical and horizontal lens shift to position the image without distortion
■Adjustable color modes to quickly optimize viewing for different lighting environments,
and Cinema Color Editor software for making fine custom color adjustments
■Electronic zoom and focus for precise image adjustment
■Parental control using the projector’s child lock
Registration and Warranty
The EPSON PowerLite Cinema 200 comes with a basic two-year carry-in warranty. For
details, see page 72.
In addition, for customers who register their projector, EPSON offers free Extra CareSM
Home Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for your
unit to be repaired. Instead, EPSON will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United
States or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See your Extra Care Home Service brochure
for details.
To register, simply fill out the registration card that came with your projector and mail it to
EPSON. Or you can register online at http://www.epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets
you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service.

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Projector Parts
Control panel
Ventilation slots
Lens cover
Vertical lens shift knob
Adjustable foot
S-Video port
Input B
(computer VGA port)
Input A
(component video)
AC power inlet
Infrared receiver
Kensington®lock port
Infrared receiver
Triggerout
port
D4 port (used
mainly in
Japan)
USB port
Video port (composite video)
Control (RS-232C) port
Lamp cover
Horizontal lens shift knob

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Projection Controls
Power button
Indicator lights
Keystone correction buttons
Corrects the shape of a non-rectangular image
Menu navigation
buttons
Source button
Switches the video input source
Esc button
Exits the current menu item
Aspect button
Changes the picture’s
aspect ratio
Source buttons
Switch between equipment
connected to the projector
Color Mode button
Optimizes viewing for
different lighting environments
On/Off buttons
Memory button
Recalls custom picture settings
Menu navigation buttons
Pattern button
Displays test patterns to adjust
the image Zoom and Focus buttons
Menu button
Displays the projector’s menus
Focus button
Menu button
Displays the on-screen menu
Zoom
button
Aspect button
Changes the picture’s aspect ratio
ESC button
Exits the current menu item
Blank button
Turns off the screen image
Illumination button
Lights the buttons on the remote
control
Menu selection/Line menu
Selects menu items or opens
Line Menu

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Optional Accessories
EPSON provides the following optional accessories for the projector:
You can purchase many of these accessories from your dealer, by calling EPSON
at [phone], or by visiting the EPSON StoreSM at www.epsonstore.com
(U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call [phone] for dealer referral.
Product Part number
Replacement lamp (ELPLP28) V13H010L28
Air filter replacement (ELPAF04) V13H134A04
Ceiling mount ELPHB01
Kensington security lock ELPSL01
Projection screens:
50-inch portable screen
60-inch portable pop-up screen
80-inch portable pop-up screen
ELPSC06
ELPSC07
ELPSC08
Macintosh®adapter set (includes monitor adapter
and desktop adapter) ELPAP01
S-video cable ELPSV01