
Epson PowerLite®1700c
Incredible clarity. Exceptional definition. Amazing detail.
Make powerful presentations in virtually any meeting room
with the Epson®PowerLite 1700c multimedia projector. With 
2200 lumens at just 3.5 lb, this compact ultraportable offers the
perfect solution for almost any setting. 
Whatever the situation, the Epson PowerLite 1700c is always ready to
perform. And, when there’s a break in the action, its A/V Mute Slide
covers the lens, mutes the audio and powers down the lamp, all with
the flick of a finger. And, when you’re ready to present, you’re sure 
to get remarkable color and detail. 
For brilliant results wherever the presentation takes you, choose the
Epson PowerLite 1700c, a versatile performer that’s sure to impress.
2200 lumens—Ultra bright, and under 4 lb!
• A lightweight, travel-friendly projector that doesn’t sacrifice 
brightness
• Offers incredible flexibility for great presentations in almost 
any lighting condition, or in almost any meeting room settings
Outstanding image quality and performance
• Epson 3LCD technology for incredible color accuracy, rich color 
saturation, and remarkable image quality
• XGA (1024 x 768) resolution for vibrant images with precision 
color and detail
State-of-the-art video performance
• Outstanding image quality, plus versatile connectivity options
• Selectable projection modes for optimum performance whatever 
the application (video games, home theater and more) 
Outstanding Epson service and support (two-year 
limited warranty)
• 90-day lamp warranty for added dependability
• Epson Road Service program provides a replacement projector, 
typically within 1 business day
• Epson PrivateLine 
from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. PST Monday - Friday 
(Calls are answered live, typically in about a minute.) 
Provided at no additional cost for the duration of the warranty
• International warranty in over 45 countries
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dedicated toll-free support line available 
Easy setup and operation
• 5-second startup time and Instant Off™feature for fast setup 
and shut down
• Source search function automatically displays the connected 
input source(s) and switches instantly between them
• Digital keystone correction (+/-30˚ vertical) automatically 
engages without manual adjustments for position flexability
• 1.2x optical zoom lens for flexible placement 
• Full-featured remote control, with mouse emulation functions 
and an electronic pointer for complete presentation control
• Password-protected security features, plus operation lock to 
prevent unauthorized usage
• Soft carrying case included
Front View
USB Type B
Back View
compositeaudio in
A/V mute slide
s-video
computer component
focus ring
adjustable
feet
zoom lens

Epson PowerLite 1700c Specifications
Projection System Epson original 3LCD technology
Projection Method Front/rear/ceiling mount
LCD
Driving method Epson High Temperature Poly-Silicon TFT 
Pixel number 786,432 dots x 3 (1024 x 768) LCDs 
Native resolution XGA 
Aspect ratio 4:3 (supports 16:9, 5:4) 
Pixel arrangement Stripe
Projection Lens
Type Manual: zoom / focus 
F-number 1.6 – 1.77 
f-number 23.7 – 28.5mm 
Zoom ratio 1.0:1.2
Lamp
Type 170W UHE 
Life* 2000H 
(High Brightness), 3000H (Low Brightness)
Screen Size (Projected distance) 30" to 300" (3.2' to 39.7')
Keystone Correction Auto Keystone Correction Vertical: +/-30°
Brightness (Typical) 2200 lumens (High Brightness)
1700 lumens (Low Brightness)
Contrast Ratio 400:1
Brightness Uniformity (Typical) 83%
Color Reproduction Full color (16.7 mil)
Audio Output 1W Monaural
Operating Temperature 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)
Power Supply Voltage 100-240VAC +/-10%, 50/60Hz 
Power Consumption 244W power on
4W in standby
Dimensions (W x D x H) 10.7" x 7.6" x 3.1"
Weight 3.5lb
Fan Noise 40db (High Brightness),
(Low Brightness)
35db 
Effective Scanning Frequency Range
Pixel clock 13.5MHz to 162MHz 
Horizontal 15KHz to 92KHz 
Vertical 50Hz to 85Hz
Remote Control
Features Power, e-zoom, page up/page down, source 
selection, color mode, volume, A/V mute, 
freeze, resize, menu, help, auto, pointer
Operating angle Right/Left +/- 30 degrees
Upper/Lower +/- 15 degrees
Operating distance 20 ft (6m)
RGB
Analog RGB I/O
Display performance
Native 1024 x 768 
Resize 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 1024, 800 x 600, 
640 x 480
Input terminal
Video Mini D-sub 15 pin 
Audio Stereo mini jack
* Lamp life results will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage.
Lamp brightness decreases over time.
Video I/O
Display performance NTSC: 560 lines
PAL: 560 lines 
(Depends on observation of the multi 
burst pattern)
Input signal  NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, M-PAL, N-PAL,
PAL60, SECAM 
HDTV: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i
Input terminal
Video Composite Video: RCA
S-Video: Mini DIN; 
Component Video: Mini D-sub 15pin 
(in common with Analog RGB connector); 
Video-RGB: Mini D-sub 15pin (in common 
with Analog RGB connector)
Audio Stereo mini jack
Audio signal  500 mVrms/47Kohm
Control I/O
I/O terminal USB 2.0 connector type B
(for mouse and keyboard)
Security  Kensington®-style lock provision,
password protection
Warranty
Two-year limited warranty, two-year international warranty, 90-day lamp 
warranty, Epson Road Service Program and Epson PrivateLine dedicated 
toll-free support (U.S. and Canada only)
Supplied Accessories
Power cable, remote control with batteries, computer cable, audio adapter 
cable, USB A/USB B cable, owners manual, CD-Rom, Start Here Kit, 
soft carrying case
Product/Accessory Part Numbers
Epson PowerLite 1700c projector V11H232020 
Replacement lamp  V13H010L38 
Air filter set V13H134A08 
Samsonite wheeled soft case w/laptop ELPKS35-S 
Samsonite soft shoulder case  ELPKS43 
ATA molded hardshell case  ELPKS42 
Ceiling mount  ELPMBUNI 
Suspension adapter  ELPMBAPL 
False ceiling plate ELPMBFCP 
Security bracket/cabling for gyro lock mounts ELPMBSEC 
Adjustable ceiling channel ELPMBACC 
Component video cable ELPKC19 
S-Video cable ELPSV01 
Distribution amplifier ELPDA01 
50" portable screen ELPSC06 
60" portable pop-up screen ELPSC07 
80" portable pop-up screen ELPSC08
83.6" class room style pull-down screen ELPSC09 
High-Resolution Document Imager (ELPDC05) V12H162020 
Kensington security lock ELPSL01
Support–The Epson Connection
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Pre-Sales Support U.S. and Canada 800-463-7766 
Automated Technical Support 800-922-8911 
Internet Web Site www.epson.com
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presentersonline.com
Epson America, Inc.
3840 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA 90806
Epson Canada, Ltd.
3771 Victoria Park Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M1W 3Z5
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