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Notations Used in This User's Guide Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if sufficient Caution : care is not taken. Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to Tip : know regarding a topic. Indicates that an explanation of the underlined word or words in front of this symbol appears in the glossary of terms.
Unpacking the Projector When you unpack the projector, make sure that you have all these components. If any of the components are missing or incorrect, please contact the place of purchase. Projector Remote control Power cable (with lens cover) (including a CR2025 lithium (3 m (9.8 ft.)) battery) For connecting the projector...
Features of the Projector Automatic setup function When projecting computer images, the signals from the connected computer are detected automatically and adjusted so that the optimum images are projected. Even if several people are giving presentations using the same projector, the optimum picture quality can be obtained simply by disconnecting and reconnecting the computers.
Contents Unpacking the Projector..............1 Features of the Projector..............2 Before Using the Projector Part Names and Functions ............... 8 Front/Top....................8 Left Side....................9 Control Panel..................10 Rear ...................... 11 Base...................... 11 Remote Control ..................12 Before Using the Remote Control ........... 13 Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range ....
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Contents Adjusting the Image Quality ............37 Focusing the Screen Image ..............37 Adjusting Computer Images ..............37 Selecting the Colour Mode ..............40 Advanced Operations Functions for Enhancing Projection ..........42 A/V Mute ..................... 42 Freeze....................43 Wide-screen Projection of Component Video and Video Images (Changing the Aspect Ratio) .............
Before Using the Projector This chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector before use. Part Names and Functions ..........8 • Front/Top ....................8 • Left Side ....................9 • Control Panel..................10 • Rear ....................... 11 • Base ....................... 11 •...
Part Names and Functions Front/Top • • • • (Warning) indicator (p.62) The colour and on status (illuminated/flashing) indicates • • • • problems with the projector. Focus ring (p.37) Adjusts the image focus. • • • • Power indicator (p.61) Flashes or lights in different colours to indicate the •...
Part Names and Functions Left Side • • • • S-Video port (p.22) Inputs S-Video signals to the • • • • projector from other video Audio port (p.18) sources. Inputs audio signals from a • • • • Video port (p.21) computer or component video Inputs composite video signals...
Part Names and Functions Control Panel • • • • [Help] button (p.60) • • • • [Power] button (p.29 Displays the online help Turns the projector power menu to assist you if you on and off. have a problem. •...
Part Names and Functions Rear • • • • • • • • Remote control light- Power inlet (p.28) receiving area (p.13) Connects the power cable. Receives signals from the remote control. • • • • Security lock ( ) (p.82) Base •...
Part Names and Functions Remote Control • • • • • • • • • • • • [Power] button Input select buttons Remote control (p.29 light-emitting area p.14 p.30 Turns the projector power Outputs remote control [Computer]: Switches the on and off.
Before Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range When using the remote control for the first time, pull out the insulating tape that is protruding from the battery holder. When the insulating tape is pulled out, the remote control can then be used.
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Before Using the Remote Control Remote Operating Range Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or angle between the remote control and the remote control light-receiving area is outside the normal operating range, the remote control may not work. Operating distance Operating angle Approx.
Installation Setting Up the Projector The projector supports the following two different projection methods, allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images. Caution : Before setting up the projector, be sure to first read the separate Safety Instructions/ World-Wide Warranty Terms.
Installation Screen Size and Projection Distance The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size. Recommended distance 0.9–11.3 m (2.9–37.0 ft.) While referring to the table below, position the projector so that the image size is smaller than the screen size. The values should be used as a guide for setting up the projector.
Connecting to a Computer Caution : When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the following. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result. •...
Connecting to a Computer Projecting Images from the Computer Use the accessory computer cable to connect the Computer/Component Video port on the left side of the projector to the monitor port of the computer. To monitor port To Computer/ Component Video port Computer cable (blue) (accessory)
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Connecting to a Computer To audio output port To Audio port Stereo mini jack audio cable (commercially-available) Use the following procedure to adjust the volume of the sound output. Procedure Press the [Menu] button on the Video Volume remote control, and then select Audio Tone Setting...
Connecting to a Computer Connecting to an External Monitor Images can be viewed on an external computer monitor at the same time they are being projected by the projector. Use the cable provided with the computer monitor to connect the monitor to the Monitor Out port at the left side of the projector.
Connecting to a Video Source Caution : When connecting the projector to other video sources, take the following precautions. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the video source before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result. •...
Connecting to a Video Source Projecting S-Video Images Use an S-Video cable (commercially-available) to connect the video source to the S-Video port on the left side of the projector. To S-Video output port S-Video cable (commercially-available) To S-Video port Tip : If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [S-Video/Video] button on the remote control to select the S-Video port as the input source.
Connecting to a Video Source Tip : • Change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Video" menu to "YCbCr " or "YPbPr " after making the connections. (p.49) • If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [Computer] button on the remote control to set the input source to "YCbCr "...
Connecting to a Video Source Playing Sound from the Video Equipment The projector has a single built-in speaker with a maximum output of 1 W. You can output sound from the video equipment through the projector's built-in speaker by connecting the video equipment's audio output port and the Audio port (RCA monaural jack) on the left side of the projector using an RCA audio cable (commercially-available).
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Connecting to a Video Source Use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to Video Volume adjust the volume. Audio Tone Setting Audio Input Computer Video The volume is increased or reduced Reset Advanced Execute About each time a button is pressed. Reset All : Return : Select...
Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning projection on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning On the Projector ..........28 • Connecting the Power Cable............... 28 • Turning On the Power and Projecting Images........29 Turning Off the Projector ..........31 Adjusting the Screen Image ..........33 •...
Turning On the Projector Turn on the power to start projecting images. Caution : Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before projecting images. Connecting the Power Cable Procedure Check that the power is turned off for the projector and all components connected to the projector.
Turning On the Projector Turning On the Power and Projecting Images Procedure Check that the Power indicator has Lit orange stopped flashing and is lit orange. Turn on the power for all equipment connected to the projector. For a video source, press the [Play] button at the video source to start playback if necessary.
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Turning On the Projector If more than one signal source has Power been connected, use the Computer S-Video/Video Color Mode projector s control panel or the Menu A/V Mute Freeze remote control buttons to select the E-Zoom port which the signal source that you would like to use is connected Projector Remote control...
Turning Off the Projector Follow the procedure below to turn off the power for the projector. Procedure Turn off the power for the signal sources that are connected to the projector. Check that the power for all connected components has been turned off. Press the [Power] button on either Power the projector's control panel or the...
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Turning Off the Projector Unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet. Caution : Do not disconnect the power cable from the outlet while the Power indicator is still flashing orange, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation and reduce the lamp unit operating life.
Adjusting the Screen Image You can correct and adjust the screen image in order to obtain the best possible picture. Adjusting the Image Size The size of the projected image is basically determined by the distance from the projector to the screen. (p.16) If further minor adjustment is required, press the [Zoom] button on the projector's control panel to make the adjustment.
Adjusting the Screen Image Adjusting the Image Angle The projector should be set up so that it is as perpendicular to the screen as possible. Seen from the side Seen from above Centre of lens If it is not possible to set up the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen, it can be set up at a slight vertical angle instead.
Adjusting the Screen Image • If the projector is tilted horizontally, turn the bases of the front adjustable feet to adjust the angle. Front adjustable foot Extend Retract Correcting Keystone Distortion When the projector is tilted, it will cause keystone distortion to appear in the image, but this distortion can be corrected using the keystone correction function as long as the vertical angle of tilt is within a range of approximately 15º.
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Adjusting the Screen Image Procedure Keystone correction can be carried out using either the projector's control panel or the configuration menu. The following explanation describes how to correct keystone distortion using the projector's control panel. For adjustment using the configuration menu: "Setting" - "Keystone" (p.51) If the bottom of the If the top of the image image is elongated...
Adjusting the Image Quality The quality of the screen images can be adjusted as follows. Focusing the Screen Image Procedure Turn the focus ring to adjust the image focus. Focus ring Turn the focus ring of the projector until the projected images are in proper focus.
Adjusting the Image Quality • If you press the [Auto] button while the E-Zoom or Freeze function is being used or while a configuration menu or help menu is being displayed, the function will be cancelled when you press the [Auto] button, and then the adjustment will be carried out.
Adjusting the Image Quality Adjusting the Sync If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in images that are input from the computer, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will need to adjust the sync manually using the following procedure. Procedure Press the [Menu] button on the Video...
Adjusting the Image Quality Selecting the Colour Mode The following six preset colour modes are available for use depending on the characteristics of the images that are being projected. You can easily obtain the optimum image quality simply by selecting the colour mode that corresponds to the projected images.
Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection........42 • A/V Mute ....................42 • Freeze ....................43 • Wide-screen Projection of Component Video and Video Images (Changing the Aspect Ratio)..............
Functions for Enhancing Projection This section describes the various useful functions that can be used to enhance presentations. A/V Mute This function momentarily pauses the image and sound. For example, it can be used when you do not want to show viewers details of operations such as selecting different files while computer images are being projected.
Functions for Enhancing Projection Freeze This function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing without pausing. The image source will still be playing back the images even while projection is paused, and so it will not be possible to resume projection from the point where it was paused.
Functions for Enhancing Projection Wide-screen Projection of Component Video and Video Images (Changing the Aspect Ratio) This function changes the aspect ratio of images from 4:3 to 16:9 when component video images (YCbCr and YPbPr) or video images (S-Video or composite video) are being projected.
Functions for Enhancing Projection E-Zoom This function lets you enlarge and reduce a part of projected images such as graphs and tables. Procedure Press the [E-Zoom ] button on the E-Zoom remote control. A cursor (cross) indicating the centre Enter point for the area to be enlarged will Auto appear on the screen.
Using the Configuration Menu Functions The configuration menus can be used to carry out a variety of settings and adjustments. The menus have a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is divided into sub-menus, which are further divided into other sub-menus. The remote control is used to operate the menus.
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Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Video" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Position Moves the image display position vertically and Depends on horizontally. connection • Press the [Enter] button and make the adjustment using the display position adjustment sub-menu that appears. Tracking Adjusts computer images when vertical stripes appear in Depends on the images.
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Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Reset Resets all adjustment values for the "Video" menu functions except for the "Input Signal" setting to their default settings. • Press the [Enter] button to display the confirmation screen, and select "Yes". •...
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Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Color Mode Corrects the vividness of the image colour. The settings Theatre can be saved separately for each type of source (computer or video source). You can select from six different quality settings depending on the surroundings.
Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Audio" Menu Video Volume Audio Tone Setting Audio Input Computer Video Advanced Execute Reset About Reset All : Select : Enter Sub-menu Function Default Volume Adjusts the volume. Median value (10) Tone Adjusts the tone. Median value (0) Audio Input...
Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Setting" Menu Video Keystone Audio No-Signal Msg. Black Blue Setting Prompt ON OFF Advanced Color Mode Prompt ON OFF About A/V Mute Black Blue Reset All Sleep Mode ON OFF Reset Execute : Select : Enter Sub-menu Function Default...
Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Reset Resets all adjustment values for the "Setting" menu functions to their default settings. • Press the [Enter] button to display the confirmation screen, and select "Yes". • Select "Reset All" to return all menu settings– including settings for the "Video"...
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Using the Configuration Menu Functions • RGB : Sets the colour intensity for each RGB (red/ green/blue) colour in the image. Press the [Enter] button, select "R" (red), "G" (green) or "B" (blue) and make the adjustment in the colour adjustment sub- menu that appears.
Using the Configuration Menu Functions "About" Menu • The "About" menu shows the setting details for the current image source. • The "Lamp" item appears as 0H for 0–10 hours, and after that, it appears in units of 1 hour. Computer/RGB video/ Video (S-Video, Composite video) Component video...
Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default SYNC Mode Displays the sync attributes. (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-Video.) Resolution Displays the input resolution. (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-Video.) Refresh Displays the refresh rate.
Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menus The configuration menus can be operated using the remote control only. Procedure Menu A/V Mute Freeze Press the [Menu] button on the remote control. E-Zoom The main menu will be displayed. Enter Remote control Select a menu item.
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Using the Configuration Menu Functions Select a setting value. Color Adjustment Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to change Color Temp. 8000K the setting value. For commands which have ON/OFF settings, use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the desired setting, and then press the [Enter] button.
Troubleshooting This section describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help ..............60 When Having Some Trouble ..........61 • Power Indicator..................61 • (Warning) Indicator ..............62 When the Indicators Provide No Help......64...
Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help function uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a series of menus in a question and answer format. Procedure Press the [Help] button on the projector's control panel.
When Having Some Trouble If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators. The projector is provided with the following two indicators. These indicators alert you to problems with projector operation. Power indicator Warning indicator The following tables show what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate.
When Having Some Trouble (Warning) Indicator : lit : flashing Status Cause Remedy or Status Page High internal The lamp will turn off automatically and temperature projection will stop. Wait for about 5 minutes (overheating) without operating the projector. After about 5 minutes have elapsed, unplug the power cable and then check the following two points.
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When Having Some Trouble If the lamp is broken replace by a new lamp, or contact your local dealer for further advise. If replacing the lamp yourself, be careful to p.76 avoid pieces of broken glass. (Projection cannot be carried out until the lamp is replaced.) Check that the lamp and the lamp cover are securely installed.
When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. • No images appear (p.64, 65) • Images appear dark (p.68) •...
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When the Indicators Provide No Help No images appear (Messages do appear) • Check the mode which corresponds to the frequency of the image signals being output from the computer. Refer to the documentation provided with your computer for details on changing the resolution and frequency of the image signals being output from the computer.
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When the Indicators Provide No Help • Is the projector beam perpendicular to the screen? (p.34) • Is the lens dirty? (p.72) • Has condensation formed on the lens? If the projector is suddenly taken from a cold environment to a warm environment, condensation may form on the surface of the lens, and this may cause the images to appear fuzzy.
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When the Indicators Provide No Help • Are the image signal format settings correct? If a computer, component video or RGB video source is connected to the projector, use the "Input Signal" command in the "Video" menu to select the signal format which matches the signal connected source.
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When the Indicators Provide No Help The image colours are not right • Has the image brightness been adjusted correctly? "Video" - "Brightness" (p.47, 48) • Are the cables connected correctly? (p.17–23) • Are the image signal format settings correct? If the "Input Signal"...
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When the Indicators Provide No Help Images appear greenish/Images appear purplish • Do the input signal settings match the signals from the connected device? If the "Input Signal" command in the "Video" menu is set to "RGB" when a component video signal source is connected to the projector, the images will appear greenish.
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When the Indicators Provide No Help • Is there battery in the remote control? (p.74) • Is the battery dead? • Has the battery been inserted correctly? (p.74) The power does not turn off (after the [Power] button is pressed) •...
Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance for the projector for a long time. Maintenance...............72 • Cleaning ....................72 • Cleaning the Projector Case................72 • Cleaning the Lens ..................... 72 • Cleaning the Air Filter ..................73 •...
Maintenance This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts. Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. Caution : Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before cleaning.
Maintenance Cleaning the Air Filter If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, it can cause overheating and damage the projector. Turn the projector upside down and use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust from the air filter. Tip : •...
Maintenance Replacing Consumables This section describes how to replace the remote control battery, the lamp and the air filter. Inserting the Battery Use the following type of battery as a replacement. 1 CR2025 lithium battery Caution : Be sure to read the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before handling the battery.
Maintenance Lamp Replacement Period It is time to replace the lamp when: • The message "Lamp Replace" appears on the screen for 30 seconds when projection starts A message will be displayed. • When the (Warning) indicator is flashing red at 0.5-second intervals Flashes red at 0.5-second intervals •...
Maintenance Replacing the Lamp Caution : • If the lamp stops working and needs to be replaced, there is the danger that the lamp may break when handled. If replacing the lamp of a projector that has been installed to the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is broken and remove the lamp cover very carefully.
Maintenance Take out the lamp. Hold the lamp by the two tabs to lift it up and out from the projector. Install the new lamp. Hold the lamp so that it faces the correct way to fit into the projector, and then insert the lamp and tighten the two lamp fixing screws.
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Maintenance Procedure Connect the power cable, and then press the [Power] button on either the projector's control panel or the remote control to turn on the power for the projector. Projector Press the [Menu] button on the Menu A/V Mute Freeze remote control.
Maintenance Replacing the Air Filter Procedure Turn off the projector power, wait for the cool-down period to end, and then disconnect the power cable. The cool-down period lasts for about 20 seconds. The actual time will vary depending on the external air temperature.
Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories is current as of October 2002. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. Soft carry case ELPKS16 Use this case if you need to carry the projector by hand. Spare lamp ELPLP19D Use as a replacement for spent lamps.
Glossary Following is an explanation of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which were not explained in the text of this guide itself. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially- available publications.
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Glossary Interlaced A method of image scanning whereby the image data is divided into fine horizontal lines which are displayed in sequence starting from left scanning to right and then from the top to the bottom of the screen. The even- numbered lines and odd-numbered lines are displayed alternately.
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Glossary A type of video signal with a resolution of 640 (horizontal) x 480 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers. A type of video signal with a resolution of 1024 (horizontal) x 768 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers. YCbCr The carrier signal which is contained in the colour bar signal used in modern TV transmissions.
List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List When a power ON command is sent to the projector, the power for the projector turns on. When the projector is in a command ready state, it returns the "3Ah" (:) code. Furthermore, when command processing is complete, the projector also returns a ":"...
List of ESC/VP21 Commands Cable Layouts • Connector shape : D-Sub 9 pin (male) • Projector input connector : Control (RS-232C) <At computer> <At projector> <At projector> (PC serial cable) <At computer> Signal Function Signal wire ground Transmit data Receive data Data set ready Data terminal ready...
Specifications Product name Multimedia Projector EMP-52 Dimensions 309 (W) x 93 (H) x 219 (D) mm (12.2 (W) x 3.8 (H) x 8.6 (D) in.) (not including feet and lens) Panel size 0.5 in. Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Drive method Full-line 6-phase block sequential writing Resolution...
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Specifications Safety UL1950 3 Edition Canada CSA C22.2 No.950-95 (cUL) European Community The Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) IEC60950 2 Edition, +Amd.1, +Amd.2, +Amd.3, +Amd.4 FCC 47CFR Part15B Class B (DoC) Canada ICES-003 Class B European Community The EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) EN55022, 1998 Class B EN55024, 1998 IEC61000-4-2, IEC61000-4-3, IEC61000-4-4, IEC61000-4-5,...
Index General Terms Cool-down ..........31, 61 Correcting Keystone Distortion....35 Cross............45 A/V Mute ..........42, 51 "About" Menu ..........54 Eligible computers ........17 "Advanced" Menu........52 E-Zoom ............45 Air exhaust vent ..........8 Air filter ............11 Air intake vent..........11 Focus ............37 Focus ring............8 Analogue-RGB ........46, 54 Aspect ratio ..........
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Index Reset Lamp Timer .........54, 77 Resized display..........86 Main menu ..........46 Resolution ..........55, 86 Menu ............46 RGB.............53 Monitor Out port ...........9 Screen size...........16 No-Signal Msg..........51 Security lock..........11 "Setting" Menu..........51 Operating distance (Remote control) ..14 Setting Up the Projector ......15 Operating range (Remote control) ....
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Index Video .............48, 54 "Video" Menu ..........46 Video port............9 Video Signal..........49, 54 Video Source..........54 Volume ............50 Warning indicator.......... 8 When Having Some Trouble....... 61 Wide-screen Projection ....... 44 YCbCr ..........30, 48, 54 YPbPr..........30, 48, 54 Zoom ............
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