Epson ELPCB03 – PowerLite Pilot 3 AV Control Box

Product Overview

The Epson ELPCB03 PowerLite Pilot 3 is a wall-mounted AV connection and control box for Epson short-throw and ultra short-throw projectors. It centralizes power, A/V Mute, volume, and source switching at the front of the room, so no projector remote is needed. With three HDMI control buttons (one MHL-enabled), the PowerLite Pilot 3 AV control box selects among connected classroom devices and supports side-by-side display through the projector's Split Screen feature. It also works as an extension box to lengthen cable runs in a classroom or meeting space.

Product Description

The PowerLite Pilot 3 mounts on the wall and consolidates cable management for a short-throw or ultra short-throw projector, helping avoid trip hazards from loose cabling. Large, individual source buttons intuitively match the projector's inputs, and the three HDMI control buttons let a presenter switch among connected high-definition AV devices; one port is MHL/HDMI, so an MHL-enabled device can connect and charge at the same time. Connecting two devices lets the projector display two images side by side using its Split Screen feature. A volume dial and audio mute button control projector audio from the front of the room, and the box doubles as an extension box to expand cable range. It is compatible with a wide range of Epson classroom and interactive projectors, including BrightLink 536Wi/575Wi/585Wi/595Wi and 685Wi/695Wi/696Ui/697Ui/710Ui interactive models and PowerLite 520/525W/530/535W, 570/575W/580/585W, 675W/680/685W, and 700U short-throw and ultra short-throw projectors. For a compatible interactive display, see the Epson BrightLink Pro 1485Fi interactive projector or browse the full Epson projector lineup. The box ships with an AC power adapter, cable cover, interactive pen holder, and HDMI cable clamp.

Key Features

• Centralized AV control — Manages projector power, A/V Mute, volume, and sources from the wall with no remote required.
• Three HDMI control buttons — Selects among connected high-definition AV devices, with one MHL/HDMI port that connects and charges an MHL-enabled device.
• Split Screen support — Connecting two devices lets the projector display two images side by side.
• Intuitive source buttons — Large, individual buttons match the Epson projector's inputs for easy operation.
• Cable extension — Functions as an extension box to expand the range of projector cabling.
• Consolidated cable management — Wall placement and a protective cable cover help avoid trip hazards.
• Front-of-room audio control — A volume dial and audio mute button adjust projector audio from the teaching position.

Typical Applications

• Classrooms using Epson short-throw or ultra short-throw projectors
• Interactive BrightLink installations needing front-of-room control
• Training rooms switching between multiple HDMI sources
• Spaces requiring tidy, wall-mounted cable management

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Epson's official documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which projectors work with the PowerLite Pilot 3?
It supports a wide range of Epson short-throw and ultra short-throw projectors, including BrightLink 536Wi/575Wi/585Wi/595Wi and 685Wi/695Wi/696Ui/697Ui/710Ui interactive models and PowerLite 520/525W/530/535W, 570/575W/580/585W, 675W/680/685W, and 700U series projectors.

How many sources can it switch?
It has three HDMI control buttons, one of which is an MHL/HDMI port that can connect and charge an MHL-enabled device.

Can it show two sources at once?
Yes. Connecting two devices lets the projector display two images side by side using its Split Screen feature.

Do I still need the projector remote?
No. The PowerLite Pilot 3 manages power, A/V Mute, volume, and source selection from the wall, so a remote is not required for everyday operation.

Can it extend my cable runs?
Yes. It can be used as an extension box to expand the range of the projector's cabling.

What is included in the box?
It ships with an external AC power adapter, cable cover, interactive pen holder, and HDMI cable clamp.