Optoma  EP771 User Manual

Optoma EP771 User Manual

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Table of Contents ..........................................................................................................................................................1
Usage Notice ..................................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................6
Packing Checklist .......................................................................................................................................................6
Views of Projector ......................................................................................................................................................7
Remote Control.........................................................................................................................................................13
Remote Control Operating Range ............................................................................................................................15
Projector and Remote Control Buttons.....................................................................................................................15
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries ....................................................................................................................16
Setup and Operation...................................................................................................................................................17
Connecting Input Devices.........................................................................................................................................17
Starting and Shutting down the Projector ................................................................................................................19
Setting an Access Password (Security Lock) ............................................................................................................21
Adjusting the Projector Level ...................................................................................................................................23
Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone.................................................................................................................24
Adjusting the Volume ................................................................................................................................................24
OSD Menu Controls .................................................................................................................................................25
Setting the OSD Language........................................................................................................................................26
Menu Setting ...............................................................................................................................................................27
OSD Menu Overview ................................................................................................................................................27
Image Menu ..............................................................................................................................................................28
Display Menu............................................................................................................................................................30
Setup Menu ...............................................................................................................................................................32
Color setting Menu ...................................................................................................................................................35
Language Menu ........................................................................................................................................................36
Management Menu ...................................................................................................................................................37
Appendices...................................................................................................................................................................39
Replacing the Projection Lamp ................................................................................................................................39
Resetting the Lamp ...................................................................................................................................................42
Cleaning the Projector..............................................................................................................................................43
Using the Kensington® Lock ....................................................................................................................................43
Common problems and solutions..............................................................................................................................44
Tips for Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................................44

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Projector and Remote Control Buttons...15 Inserting the Remote Control Batteries ...16 Setup and Operation...17 Connecting Input Devices...17 Starting and Shutting down the Projector ...19 Setting an Access Password (Security Lock) ...21 Adjusting the Projector Level ...23 Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone...24 Adjusting the Volume ...24...
  • Page 2 LED Error Messages ...45 Image Problems ...46 Lamp Problems...46 Remote Control Problems...47 Audio Problems ...47 Having the Projector Serviced...48 Specifications...49 Projection Distance V.S. Projection Size...49 Timing Mode Table...50 Projector Dimensions ...51 Regulatory Compliance...52 FCC Warning...52 Canada...52 Safety Certifications...52 EN 55022 Warning ...52 RoHS Compliant ...52...
  • Page 3: Usage Notice

    Congratulations and thank you for choosing an EP771 projector, an on Optoma product. This product is an XGA single chip 0.7 inch DLP ® projector! Important: It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using the projector. These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years of safe use of the projector.
  • Page 4 Unplug the power cord before cleaning. Refer to “Cleaning the Projector” on page 43. Allow the lamp to cool for about one hour. Regulatory Warnings Before installing and using the projector, read the regulatory notices in the “Regulatory Compliance” sec- tion on page 52. Usage Notice...
  • Page 5: About This Manual

    Input source automatically detected About this manual This manual is intended for end users and describes how to install and operate the EP771 projector. Wherever possible, relevant information—such as an illustration and its description—has been kept on one page. This printer-friendly format is both for your convenience and to help save paper, thereby protecting the environment.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: EP771 OWER CORD OMPUTER CABLE (DB15 - DB15) Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work.
  • Page 7: Views Of Projector

    IR receiver Lens Lens cover Height-adjuster but- Important: Ventilation openings on the projector allow for good air circulation, which keeps the projector lamp cool. Do not obstruct any of the ventilation openings. ESCRIPTION Focuses the projected image Enlarges the projected image...
  • Page 8 Power LED Green Flashing 11 10 ESCRIPTION Lamp ready—you can safely turn on or off the projector Lamp not ready—do not press the power button Unit is powered on and working correctly Unit is powered off Operational error code (Refer to “LED Error Messages” on page 45)
  • Page 9 ABEL RE-SYNC Optimizes image size, position, and resolution Menu Opens and exits the OSD Source Detects the input device Power Turns the projector on or off Introduction ESCRIPTION EE PAGE...
  • Page 10: Rear View

    Rear view ABEL Rear IR Re- ceiver DVI-D VGA IN VGA OUT S-video Video Audio in-R Audio in-L Audio-in Audio-out 12V Connector RS-232 ESCRIPTION Receiver for IR signal from remote control. Connect the computer cable from a computer. Both DVI-I and DVI-D are supported. Connect a VGA cable (supplied) from a computer Connect to a monitor Connect the composite or S-video cable (supplied)
  • Page 11 ABEL Power switch Power Security Lock Note: If your video equipment has both S-video and RCA jacks (composite video) connect to the S-video connector. S-video provides a better quality signal. ESCRIPTION Turns the power on and off Connect the supplied power cord Secure to permanent object with a Kensington®...
  • Page 12: Bottom View

    For ceiling installations, use approved mounting hardware and M3 screws with a maximum screw depth of 8 mm (0.31 inch). ESCRIPTION Contact your dealer for information on mounting your projector on the ceiling. Push to release height adjuster Adjuster drops down when adjuster button is...
  • Page 13: Remote Control

    2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path be- tween the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain reflective surfaces such as projector screens.
  • Page 14 ABEL Laser Right Down Page Down Up cursor Right cursor Down cursor Volume +/- Zoom S-Video Composite AV mute Re-Sync Menu Freeze Keystone top/bottom Left cursor Enter Page Up ESCRIPTION Press to operate the on-screen pointer Up arrow when connected through USB to a PC Right arrow when connected through USB to a PC Down arrow when connected through USB to a PC Page down when connected through USB to a PC...
  • Page 15: Remote Control Operating Range

    Provided you are not holding the remote perpendicular to the sides or the rear of the projector, the remote will function well within a radius of about 10 meters (33 feet) and 30 degrees above or below the projector level.
  • Page 16: Inserting The Remote Control Batteries

    (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover. Caution: 1. Only use AAA batteries.(Alkaline battery is better). 2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations. 3. Remove the batteries when not using the projector for prolonged periods. Introduction...
  • Page 17: Setup And Operation

    Connecting Input Devices A PC or notebook computer as well as video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Video devices include DVD, VCD, and VHS players, as well as movie camcorders and digital still cameras. Check the user manual of the connecting device to confirm it has the appropriate output connector.
  • Page 18 Connect a 12-volt trigger cable from the screen to this connector. When connected, the screen automatically adjusts vertically to match the screen aspect ratio. RS-232 Reserved for installation control. Warning: As a safety precaution, disconnect all power to the projector and connecting devices before making connections. Setup and Operation ESCRIPTION...
  • Page 19: Starting And Shutting Down The Projector

    Source button repeatedly to switch among devices. (DVD and HDTV are supported through the VGA connector.) To turn off the projector, press the Power button. The projector prepares for shut- down and a “Wait a moment please…” message appears.
  • Page 20 Power button. The projector will turn off. Turn off the main Power switch when the Lamp LED stops flashing. Caution: Do not unplug the power cord until the Ready LED stops flashing, indicating the projector has cooled down. Setup and Operation...
  • Page 21: Setting An Access Password (Security Lock)

    Important: Keep the password in a safe place. Without the password, you will not be able to use the projector. If you lose the password, contact your reseller for information on clearing the password. Press the Menu button to open the 1.OSD menu.
  • Page 22 Setup and Operation Every time you start the projector, a password dialog box appears. Enter the password in the order you set it on step 5. (Press the Menu but- ton to cancel if you enter the wrong password.)
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Projector Level

    Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. • Be sure cables are not in the way or can cause the projector to be knocked over. To raise the level of the projector, lift the projector [A] and press the height- adjuster button [B].
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Zoom, Focus And Keystone

    Adjusting the Zoom, Focus and Keystone Use the Image-zoom control (on the projector only) to resize the pro- jected image and screen size Use the Image-focus control (on the projector only) to sharpen the projected image. Press the Keystone button on the remote control.
  • Page 25: Osd Menu Controls

    The projector has an OSD that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Navigating the OSD You can use the remote control cursor buttons or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes to the OSD. The following illustration shows the corresponding buttons on the re- mote control and on the projector.
  • Page 26: Setting The Osd Language

    Setting the OSD Language You may want to reference the OSD on your projector while reading this section. Set the OSD lan- guage to your preference before continuing. (The default language is English.) 1. Press the Menu button. The Image menu appears.
  • Page 27: Menu Setting

    Menu Setting Menu Setting OSD Menu Overview Use the following illustration* to quickly find a setting or determine the range for a setting. * Represents the default settings on the projector.
  • Page 28: Image Menu

    Image Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu.* Press the cursor menu. Press the cursor values for settings, and then press Enter or Press the cursor Display Presentation – TV) Mode Brightness Press the cursor 100) Contrast Press the cursor White White Peaking increases the output in the brightest whites without...
  • Page 29: Image Menu Functions Available For Connected Source

    Sharpness Press the cursor 1-5) Color Press the cursor Temperature (Range: Cool/Normal/Warm) *Note: Menu represents the default settings on the projector. Image Menu Functions Available for Connected Source Function Display Mode Brightness Contrast White Peaking Saturation Tint Sharpness Color Temp...
  • Page 30: Display Menu

    Display Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor menu. Press the cursor values for settings, and then press Enter or H. Image Press the cursor Shift direction. (Range: 0 – 100) V. Image Press the cursor Shift direction.
  • Page 31 Digital Digital operation for zoom and pan adjustment. Press Enter or Zoom Zoom menu appears. Press to zoom in; press the Pan menu. (You must zoom in before you can open the Pan menu.) Use the cursor buttons to pan the zoomed image. Press the Menu button to exit.
  • Page 32: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor menu. Press the cursor values for settings, and then press Enter or Projection Press the cursor Type Video Type Press the cursor (Range: Auto – NTSC – PAL – SECAM) Audio Input Press the cursor channels.
  • Page 33 Volume Press the cursor (Range: 0 – 8) Source Lock Enable or disable the automatically searching of all input port to find out the valid source. Auto Power Automatically lamp off when no signal. (Range: Disable – 180) Off (min.) Direct Power Automatically power on when AC power applied.
  • Page 34 Setup Menu Functions Available for Connected Source Function Projection Type Video Type Audio Input Volume Source Lock Auto Power Off Direct Power On Lamp Mode Fan Mode O = available video source Component Video Menu Setting Composite S-Video Video...
  • Page 35: Color Setting Menu

    Color setting Menu Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. Press the cursor setting menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or Press the cursor 100) Green Press the cursor 100) Blue Press the cursor 100) Cyan...
  • Page 36: Language Menu

    Language Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor guage menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or English Français Deutsch Italiano Español Svenska 简体中文 繁體中文 Press the cursor 한국어...
  • Page 37: Management Menu

    Management Menu Press the Menu button to open the Main menu. Press the cursor agement menu. Press the cursor to change values for settings, and then press Enter or Menu Position Press the cursor location.: Menu Display Press the cursor delay.
  • Page 38 (Range: Black – Red – Green – Blue – White) Logo Press Display when the projector starts, and when no source is de- tected. (Range: On – Off) Security Press the cursor curity Lock. When you enable Security Lock a...
  • Page 39: Appendices

    2. Avoid touching the glass surface of the new lamp-doing so may shorten its operation life. Warning: Be sure to turn off and unplug the projector at least an hour before replacing the lamp. Failure to do so could result in a severe burn.
  • Page 40 Open the lamp com- partment cover (B). Remove the two screws from the lamp module (C). Lift the module handle up (D). Appendices...
  • Page 41 Pull firmly on the module handle to re- move the lamp module Reverse steps 1 to 5 to install the new lamp module. Appendices...
  • Page 42: Resetting The Lamp

    Resetting the Lamp After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero. Refer to the following: Press the Menu button to open the Image menu. Press the cursor move to the Management menu. Press the cursor move down to Status.
  • Page 43: Cleaning The Projector

    Cleaning the projector to remove dust and grime will help ensure trouble-free operation. Warning: 1. Be sure to turn off and unplug the projector at least an hour before cleaning. Failure to do so could result in a severe burn.
  • Page 44: Common Problems And Solutions

    Common problems and solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using the projector. If the problem remains unsolved, contact your dealer for assistance. Often after time spent troubleshooting, the problem is traced to something as simple as a loose con- nection.
  • Page 45: Led Error Messages

    LED Error Messages RROR CODE MESSAGE Lamp usage task created error Environment usage task created error Thermal break status error T1 temperature over temperature T1 sensor status fail Lamp lit error Ballast SCI error Ballast UART error Fan1 error (Lamp) Fan2 error (Ballast) Fan3 error (Burner) Fan4 error (Power)
  • Page 46: Image Problems

    2. Ensure the power source is good by testing with another electrical device. 3. Restart the projector in the correct order and check that the Power LED is green. 4. If you have replaced the lamp recently, try resetting the lamp connections.
  • Page 47: Remote Control Problems

    Remote Control Problems Problem: The projector does not respond to the remote control 1. Direct the remote control towards remote sensor on the projector. 2. Ensure the path between remote and sensor is not obstructed. 3. Turn off any fluorescent lights in the room.
  • Page 48: Having The Projector Serviced

    Having the Projector Serviced If you are unable to solve the problem, you should have the projector serviced. Pack the projector in the original carton. Include a description of the problem and a checklist of the steps you took when trying to fix the problem--the information may be useful to service personnel.
  • Page 49: Specifications

    Projection Distance V.S. Projection Size Anchura de pantalla Max. Screen Size Projection Diagonal Distance L 1.00 m 0.69 m 27 '' 1.50 m 1.04 m 41 '' 2.40 m 1.67 m 65 '' 2.80 m 1.94 m 76 '' 3.20 m 2.22 m 10 ' 87 ''...
  • Page 50: Timing Mode Table

    Timing Mode Table The projector can display several resolutions. The following table outlines the resolutions that can be displayed by the projector. Signal Resolution NTSC PAL / SECAM 640 x 350 VESA 720 x 400 720 x 400 640 x 480...
  • Page 51: Projector Dimensions

    Specifications Projector Dimensions 300 mm (11.8”)
  • Page 52: Regulatory Compliance

    FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pur- suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions.
  • Page 53 Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copy- right laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the author. © Copyright September, 2006 Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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