Epson Home Projector EF-12 User’s Manual Index 1 2 3 4 Introduction to Your Projector Setting Up the Projector Adjusting the Projector Settings Appendix 1 / 24
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.
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 Enter the Bluetooth Speaker Mode. button ⑤ Volume up/down buttons Adjusts the volume for the speaker and headphones.
1.3 Projector Parts – Base Name ① Functions 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 Loosen these feet by turning them counterclockwise, fixing points) and then remove them to attach the optional or supplied mount plate. ④ Air filter cover Open to access the air filter.
1.4 Projector Parts - Remote Control Name ① Functions Indicator Turns on when outputting signals from the remote control. ② YouTube button Starts the YouTube application. ③ Bluetooth Speaker Mode Enter the Bluetooth Speaker Mode. button 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
3 Adjusting the Projector Settings 3.1 Picture Setting Options Description Color Mode Dynamic Adjusts the vividness of image colors for various Vivid image types and environments. Bright Cinema Cinema Natural Light Output 50 % ~ 100 % Adjusts the brightness for the light source. Custom Settings Brightness Brightness: Lightens or darkens the overall Contrast image.
Saturation Tint Contrast: Adjusts the difference between light and Sharpness dark areas of the image. Saturation: Adjusts the intensity of the image colors. Tint: Adjusts the balance of green to magenta tones in the image. Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness or softness of image details. Color Temperature 0 ~ 13 Adjusts the focus of the projected image manually. Dynamic Contrast High Speed Selects the way the projector faces the screen so Normal the image is oriented correctly.
3.2 Sound Setting Options Description Sound Mode Theatre Theatre: The surround effect recreates the TV acoustic environment of a movie theater. Allows Studio you to enjoy realistic and powerful sound. Stadium Concert TV: Plays back voice clearly. This is ideal for Karaoke watching news, documentaries, and other TV Mode shows. Studio: With a wide frequency range of playback and balanced sound quality, this feature reproduces the sound intended by creators and artists.
Stadium: This realistically reproduces the atmosphere of stadiums and crowds, providing you with clear, live voice play back. Allows you to enjoy watching sports in a realistic atmosphere. Concert: This reproduces the echoes and expanse of a concert venue, giving you a true sense of elation. Karaoke mode: This is ideal for playing back karaoke content as it reproduces the echoes and expanse of a concert venue.
3.3 Display Auto Keystone H/V-Keystone Setting Options Description Auto Keystone On Automatically corrects projected images. Off H/V-Keystone Corner Adjustment H-Keystone Manually corrects the shape of the projected V-Keystone image. - Performs the curvature correction (8-point correction) manually. Focus - Adjusts the focus of the projected image manually. Projection Standard Selects the way the projector faces the screen so Upside down the image is oriented correctly.
3.4 Settings Setting Options Description Sleep Timer Off ~ 120 min. Automatically turns off the projector after an interval of inactivity (when On). Menu Timer Off ~ 240 sec. Automatically turns off the menu display after an interval of inactivity (when On). HDMI CEC - CEC Switch: Enables / disables HDMI link. Device Auto Power Off: Enables / disables the power off interlock on the connected device. Auto Language Change: Enables / disables automatic language switching.
suspended state, some functions are enabled because the projector operates with only the minimum required power. Shutdown: When the power is turned off, the projector enters the deep standby state. The projector is not working.
4 Appendix 4.1 Projector Specifications Product name EF-12 Dimensions 175 (W) × 58 (H) × 175 (D) mm (not including raised section) LCD panel size 0.62 inch Display method Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Resolution Full HD Light source Laser diode Power consumption Operating: 102 W Standby power 0.4 W(TBD) consumption 4.2 Operating altitude Altitude 0 to 3,000 m Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 Class 2 (2.
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4.4 Laser Safety Information This projector is a Class 1 laser product that complies with the IEC/EN60825-1:2014 international standard for lasers. Follow these safety instructions when using the projector. 4.4.1 Laser Warning Labels Laser warning labels are attached on the projector.
Side As with any bright source, do not stare into the beam, RG2 IEC/EN 62471- 5:2015. 4.
4.6 Trademarks EPSON is a registered trademark, EXCEED YOUR VISION, ELPLP and their logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Seiko Epson Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Wi-Fi® is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Google, Android TV™, YouTube, and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
Regulatory Compliance Information Contains wireless LAN with Bluetooth module Model: STI6200-D101 Bluetooth remote controller Model: RC4261804 Notices This document provides safety instructions and describes the specifications. Read this document carefully before use to ensure your safety and product performance. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
