Page 1 User's Guide...
Page 2: Notations Used In This Guide
Notations Used in This Guide • Safety indications The documentation and the projector use graphical symbols to show how to use the projector safely. The indications and their meaning are as follows. Make sure you understand them properly before reading the guide. Warning This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling.
Page 3 Contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the "Optional Accessories" p.211 Epson Projector Contact List. Epson Projector Contact List • If you use adhesives on the ceiling mount fixing points to prevent the screws from loosening, or if you use things such as lubricants or oils on the projector, the projector case may crack causing it to fall from its ceiling mount.
Page 4 Safety Warning and Cautions Warning Attention • Do not install the projector in a location that is subject to vibration or • Be careful when handling the power cord. Otherwise, it could cause a fire or shock. electric shock. Note the following when handling the power cord. •...
Page 5 Safety Warning and Cautions Attention Attention • Make sure you secure the following space around the projector so as not to • Use commercially available M6 screws (up to a depth of 12 mm) to fix the block the air exhaust vent and the air intake vent. projector's ceiling mount fixing points and the mount at four points.
Page 6 • If an error occurs, disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. If you continue using the projector as it is, it could cause an electric shock, fire, or even damage to eyesight.
Page 7 Safety Warning and Cautions • About the LCD panel Warning and Cautions on the Laser - The LCD panel may contain pixels that are missing or appear bright all the time. This is not a sign of an error. Warning - When a high-powered laser beams through the surface of the projection lens even when it is not being used, it can cause a malfunction in the •...
Page 8 Safety Warning and Cautions Notes on Transporting Caution • This projector is a Class 1 laser product that complies with the IEC60825-1 There are many glass parts and precision components inside the projector. international standard for lasers. To prevent damage due to impacts when transporting, handle the projector •...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U ........
Page 10 Contents Automatically correct the brightness and tint for multiple projectors ..100 Quick Corner ..........64 Curved Surface .
Page 11 Contents Configuration Menu Troubleshooting Using the Configuration Menu ......124 Using the Help ......... . . 155 List of Functions .
Page 12 EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U ........
Page 13 Contents EB-L1405U/EB-L1300U/EB-L1200U/EB-L1100U ..... . . 229 Curved Surface ..........229 Corner Wall .
Page 14: Introduction
Introduction This chapter explains the names for each part.
Page 15: Part Names And Functions
Part Names and Functions The illustrations in this guide show the lens unit attached to the projector. Name Function Projection lens Images are projected through here. Front/Top Warning Do not look into the lens while projecting. This could cause damage to eyesight due to the power- ful light emitted.
Page 16: Rear
Part Names and Functions Name Function Rear Wireless LAN indicator Indicates the access status to the optional wireless LAN unit. s "Optional Accessories" p.211 Cover for the rear interface cable connection section. Cable cover s "Attaching the Cable Cover" p.54 Remove when attaching or removing the lens.
Page 17: Interface
Part Names and Functions Name Function Interface Cable holder Insert the supplied cable clamp (only supplied with EB- L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U) here to prevent the cord from falling out due to its own weight. s "Interface" p.17 Interface Screw holes to fix the Screw holes to fix the cable cover in place.
Page 18: Base
"Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image (for Connects a LAN cable to connect to a network. LAN port Normal Installment)" p.39 When using EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U, Art- s "Adjusting the Horizontal Tilt (for Normal Net is supported. Installment)" p.40 s "About Art-Net (EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-...
Page 19: Control Panel
Part Names and Functions Name Function Name Function • When the Configuration menu or the Help screen is Security cable Pass a commercially available wire lock through here and ] button installation point lock it in place. displayed, it accepts and enters the current selection and moves to the next level.
Page 20: Remote Control
Part Names and Functions Name Function Remote Control • Displays the Info menu from the Configuration menu. [ ]/[ ] buttons s "Info Menu (Display Only)" p.145 • If pressed when the Configuration menu or the Help screen is displayed, this button selects menu items and setting values.
Page 21 "Switching to the Target Image by Remote Control" • When the Configuration menu or the Help screen is p.60 displayed, pressing these buttons selects menu items The [SDI] button only functions for EB-L1505U/EB- and setting values. L1500U/EB-L1405U. s "Using the Configuration Menu"...
Page 22 Part Names and Functions Name Function Name Function [User1] button Select any frequently used item from the Configuration [E-Zoom] buttons Enlarges or reduces the image without changing the [User2] button menu items, and assign it to any of these buttons. By [z][x] projection size.
Page 23: Handy Remote Control Operations
Part Names and Functions Name Function Operation Remote control light- Outputs remote control signals. Displaying frequently used Configuration Press the [User1], [User2], or [User3] emitting area menu items. button. You can set the menu item you want to assign to each button in User Button. s Settings - User Button p.131 The following items can be assigned.
Page 24: Remote Control Operating Range
Part Names and Functions Remove the battery cover. Replace the battery cover. While pushing the battery compartment cover catch, lift the cover Press the battery compartment cover until it clicks into place. Remote control operating range Replace the old batteries with new batteries. Caution Check the positions of the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery holder to ensure the batteries are inserted the correct way.
Page 25: Connecting A Cable To The Remote Control
Part Names and Functions To restrict reception of the operation signals from the remote control, set Remote Receiver. s Settings - Remote Receiver p.131 Connecting a cable to the remote control You can make operations securely with the optional remote control cable set when you use multiple units of this projector in the same place or when there are obstacles around the remote receiver.
Page 26: Preparing The Projector
Preparing the Projector This chapter explains how to install the projector and connect projection sources.
Page 27: Installing The Projector
• The projector supports lens with the following model numbers. ELPLM08 (not available for EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U), ELPLX01 (not available for EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U), ELPLU03, ELPLU04, ELPLW05, ELPLW06, ELPLM09, ELPLM10, ELPLM11, ELPLL08,...
Page 28: Lens Calibration
Check that the lens cannot be detached. remove the power plug from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. Epson Projector Contact List • You can also calibrate the lens from the Configuration menu.
Page 29: Removing
Installing the Projector Removing Attention When replacing the lens unit, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet first. If the lens shift has been done, move the lens position to the home position before replacing the lens unit. s "Adjusting the Position of the Projected Image (Lens Shift)" p.33 The projector uses a laser as the light source.
Page 30: Screen Settings
Installing the Projector When Front is the standard, the image directions for each projection mode Screen Settings are as follows. Set the Screen Type according to the aspect ratio of the screen being used. Front (default) Front/Ceiling The area where the image is displayed matches the shape of the screen. The setting for the Screen Type at the time of purchase is 16:10.
Page 31: Adjusting The Position Of The Image On The Projected Screen
Installing the Projector Use the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to adjust the position of • When you change the Screen Type, adjust the aspect ratio for the the image. projected image as well. s "Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Projected Image " p.78 You can check the current display position by using the background •...
Page 32 Installing the Projector Top Menu Name Sub Menu/Items Press the [ ][ ] buttons on the remote control or the [ ] button on the control panel to change the test pattern. Advanced - Gamma p.81 Using the remote control Using the control panel - RGBCMY s p.80...
Page 33: Adjusting The Position Of The Projected Image (Lens Shift)
The ranges within which the image can be moved are shown below. The position of the projected image cannot be moved to both the horizontal and vertical maximum values. EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U When using the ELPLU03/ELPLW05 Center of lens Projected image when the lens position is moved to the home...
Page 34: Eb-L1405U/Eb-L1300U/Eb-L1200U/Eb-L1100U
Installing the Projector EB-L1405U/EB-L1300U/EB-L1200U/EB-L1100U When using the ELPLX01 When using the ELPLU03/ELPLU04/ELPLW05/ELPLW06/ELPLM08/ ELPLM09/ELPLM10/ELPLM11/ELPLL08 Center of lens Projected image when the lens position is moved to the home position Maximum motion range: V x 17% * When the horizontal direction is at the maximum value, the image cannot be moved upward.
Page 35: Adjusting The Image Size
Installing the Projector Press the [ ][ ][ ] buttons to adjust the position of the • When adjusting the image height with the vertical lens shift, adjust projected image. by moving the image from the bottom to the top. If it is adjusted from the top to the bottom, the image position may move down Using the remote control Using the control panel...
Page 36: Correcting The Focus
Installing the Projector Press the [Zoom] button on the remote control or the [Lens] Correcting the Focus button on the control panel. Repeatedly press the [Lens] button on the control panel until the Press the [Focus] button or the [Lens] button on the control zoom adjustment screen is displayed.
Page 37: Correcting Distortion (Image Warping)
Installing the Projector When using the following lens, a message prompting you to adjust the distortion (image warping) is displayed. After adjusting the focus, adjust the distortion. ELPLX01, ELPLU03, ELPLU04, ELPLW05, ELPLU02 s "Correcting Distortion (Image Warping)" p.37 Press the [Esc] button to finish the adjustment. Correcting Distortion (Image Warping) When using a short throw zoom lens and focusing at the center of the screen, the surrounding image may warp and be out of focus.
Page 38: Registering And Loading Lens Adjustment Values
Installing the Projector Press the [Memory] button while projecting. When using the ELPLU02, a message prompting you to manually adjust the distortion is displayed. Turn the distortion ring counterclockwise, and then adjust the focus. After adjusting the focus, manually turn the distortion ring to correct the image warping. You can also operate from the Configuration menu.
Page 39: Adjusting The Height Of The Projected Image (For Normal Installment)
Installing the Projector Function Explanation Reset Memory Resets the name and settings of a saved memory. If the mark on the left of the memory name is turned blue, it means the memory has already been registered. When you select a registered memory, a message is displayed asking you to confirm that you want to overwrite the memory.
Page 40: Adjusting The Horizontal Tilt (For Normal Installment)
• IDs are ignored when the projector ID is set to Off or the remote control ID is set to 0. • If you use Epson Web Control, you can operate a specific projector from a mobile device. s "Changing Settings Using a Web Browser (Epson Web Control)"...
Page 41: Checking The Projector Id
Installing the Projector While holding the [ID] button, press a number button to select a Select Set, and then press the [ ] button. number to match the ID of the projector you want to operate. "Checking the projector ID" p.41 Press the [Menu] button to close the Configuration menu.
Page 42 Installing the Projector Submenu Function • When you turn on the projector for the first time, the message "Do you want to set the time?" is displayed. When you select Yes, the Time Difference (UTC) Set the time difference from Coordinated screen from step 4 is displayed.
Page 43: Other Settings
Installing the Projector Settings related to display Other Settings Purpose Setting Methods Settings related to basic operations To change the menu position. Change the settings of Menu Position. s Extended - Display - Menu Position p.133 Purpose Setting Methods To change the menu direction. Change the settings of OSD Rotation.
Page 44 Change from Display. You can select from blue, the background. black, and logo. If no logo is registered, the EPSON logo is displayed. Display Background: Set the screen display with no image signal input. (Default value: Blue) s Extended - Display - Display Background p.133...
Page 45: Connecting Equipment
Connecting Equipment The port name, location, and connector orientation differ depending on the source being connected. Connecting a Computer To project images from a computer, connect the computer using one of the following methods. When using the supplied computer cable Connect the computer's display output port to the projector's Computer port.
Page 46 Connecting Equipment • Change the audio output from Audio Settings. s Extended - A/V Settings - Audio Settings p.133 • If audio is not sent using an HDMI cable, connect a commercially available audio cable to the Audio3 port to send the audio. Set HDMI Audio Output to Audio3.
Page 47: Connecting Image Sources
You can output audio from the projector's speaker or Audio Out port by connecting the audio output port on the video equipment to the projector's Audio2 port using a commercially available audio cable. When using a commercially available BNC video cable (SDI input, EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U only) Connect the SDI port on the image source to the projector's SDI input port.
Page 48 Connecting Equipment Cb/Pb Cr/Pr Computer AUDIO OUT Audio1 Cb/Pb Cr/Pr BNC(R/Cr/Pr, G/Y, B/Cb/Pb) AUDIO OUT Audio2 HDMI OUT HDMI Attention • If the input source is on when you connect it to the projector, it could cause a malfunction. • If the orientation or shape of the plug differs, do not try to force it in. The device could be damaged or could malfunction. •...
Page 49: Connecting External Equipment
Connecting Equipment Connecting External Equipment You can output images and audio by connecting an external monitor or speaker. When outputting images to an external monitor Connect the external monitor to the projector's Monitor Out port using the cable supplied with the external monitor. When outputting audio to an external speaker Connect the external speaker to the projector's Audio Out port using a commercially available audio cable.
Page 50: Connecting A Lan Cable
Connecting Equipment Connecting a LAN Cable Connect a LAN port on network hubs or other equipment to the projector's LAN port with a commercially available 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T LAN cable. By connecting a computer to the projector over a network, you can project images and check the status of the projector. To prevent malfunctions, use a category 5 or higher shielded LAN cable.
Page 51: Connecting An Hdbaset Transmitter
Connecting Equipment Connecting an HDBaseT Transmitter Connect the optional HDBaseT Transmitter with a commercially available 100BASE-TX LAN cable. "Optional Accessories" p.211 HDBaseT • Make sure you read the User's Guide supplied with the HDBaseT Transmitter carefully before use. • For the LAN cable, use an HDBaseT Alliance-recommended STP cable (straight) of category 5e or higher. However, operation is not guaranteed for all input/output devices and environments.
Page 52: Installing The Wireless Lan Unit
Connecting Equipment Installing the Wireless LAN Unit Remove the air filter cover. Grip the air filter cover tab between your fingers, and pull up and remove the cover while pressing the tab. Secure the stopper with a screw. Remove the stopper for the Wireless LAN unit. Attach the air filter cover.
Page 53: Using The Quick Wireless Connection Usb Key
Connecting Equipment Check that the SSID and IP address information are displayed, and then remove the wireless LAN unit. Using the Quick Wireless Connection USB Key "Installing the Wireless LAN Unit" p.52 Connect the optional Quick Wireless Connection USB Key to the wireless Insert the Quick Wireless Connection USB Key in the wireless LAN LAN unit installation section.
Page 54: Attaching The Cable Cover
Connecting Equipment Connect the Quick Wireless Connection USB Key to the computer. From this point on, see the user's guide supplied with the Quick Wireless Connection USB Key. Attaching the Cable Cover By attaching the cable cover, you can hide the connected cables giving a nice, clean finish to the projector installation.
Page 55: Basic Usage
Basic Usage This chapter explains how to project and adjust images.
Page 56: Turning On The Projector
Turning On the Projector • Press the [Search] button on the control panel or the remote control to Before turning on the projector, connect your computer or video equipment to the projector. detect the input source. • Press the button for the input source that you want to project by using "Connecting Equipment"...
Page 57 Turning On the Projector • When the projector is turned on while Home Screen Auto Disp. is set Executes the function assigned to Custom Function 1 or Custom Function 2 in the to On Extended menu. Extended - Home Screen - Home Screen Auto Disp. p.133 s Extended - Home Screen - Custom Function 1, Custom Function 2 p.133...
Page 58: Turning Off The Projector
Turning Off the Projector • To ensure a long projector service life, turn off the projector when you are not using it. The light source's operating life varies depending on the Configuration menu settings, environmental conditions, and usage conditions. The brightness of the projected image drops as projection time elapses.
Page 59: Projecting Images
Using the remote control Using the control panel * EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U only When two or more image sources are connected, repeatedly press the [Search] button until the target image is projected. When your video equipment is connected, start playback before beginning...
Page 60: Switching To The Target Image By Remote Control
Select the input source to be projected, and then press the [ ] button. Input Port Changes to images from a computer connected via the network. For EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U only Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume using one of the following methods.
Page 61 Projecting Images • Press the [Volume] buttons on the remote control to adjust the volume. ] Increases the volume. ] Decreases the volume. Remote control • Adjust the volume from the Configuration menu. Settings - Volume p.131 Caution Do not start at high volume. A sudden excessive volume may cause loss of hearing.
Page 62: Adjusting Projected Images
Adjusting Projected Images • Curved Surface Correcting Distortion in the Projected Image Correct distortion that occurs when projecting on a curved surface, and adjust the amount of expansion and contraction. You can correct keystone distortion in projected images using one of the "Curved Surface"...
Page 63: H/V-Keystone
Adjusting Projected Images • By pressing the [Geometry] button on the remote control or the ] button on the control panel, you can perform the selected adjustment method directly. • When you want to re-adjust the projection position and so on, if you want to release the correction status temporarily, set the Geometry Correction to Off.
Page 64: Quick Corner
Adjusting Projected Images Correct the keystone distortion by using V-Keystone and H- You cannot combine with other correction methods. Keystone. V-Keystone Quick Corner This allows you to correct each of the four corners of the projected image independently. H-Keystone Press the [Menu] button while projecting. Select Geometry Correction from Settings.
Page 65: Curved Surface
Adjusting Projected Images Repeat steps 4 and 5 as needed to adjust any remaining corners. If the [Esc] button is pressed for approximately two seconds, the confirm default reset screen is displayed. To complete the corrections, press the [Menu] button. Select Yes to reset the result of Quick Corner corrections.
Page 66 Adjusting Projected Images Use the following to check the adjustment range for the image. Select Correct Shape, and then press the [ ] button. "Curved Surface" p.229 Press the [Menu] button while projecting. Select Geometry Correction from Settings. Select Curved Surface, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 67 Adjusting Projected Images Use the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to select the area you Use the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to adjust the shape. want to adjust, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 68 Adjusting Projected Images Press the [Esc] button to display the screen from step 5. Select Adjust the linearity. Horizontal Linearity or Vertical Linearity, and then press the [ Correct it so that the distance between lines is equal. button. When pressing the [ ] button When Horizontal Linearity is selected When Vertical Linearity is selected Select Horizontal Linearity to adjust the horizontal expansion or contraction, and select Vertical Linearity to adjust the vertical...
Page 69: Corner Wall
Adjusting Projected Images Corner Wall This allows you to correct distortion that occurs when projecting on a surface with right angles, such as a square pillar or the corner of a room, and adjust the amount of expansion and contraction. Face the projector directly opposing the screen with the lens position moved to the home position.
Page 70 Adjusting Projected Images Adjust the position of the projector and the lens shift so that the According to the projection area, select Horizontal Corner or line in the center of the screen matches the corner (the point Vertical Corner, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 71 Adjusting Projected Images When Vertical Corner is selected: Use the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to select the area you Adjust the left and right based on the point nearest to the vertical want to adjust, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 72: Point Correction
Adjusting Projected Images Point Correction Press the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the linearity. Correct it so that the distance between lines is equal. Divides the projected image by the grid and corrects the distortion by moving the point of intersection from side to side and up and down. When pressing the [ ] button When Horizontal Corner is selected When Vertical Corner is selected...
Page 73 Adjusting Projected Images Use the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to move to the point you want to correct, and then press the [ ] button. Select Point Correction, and then press the [ ] button. Use the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to correct distortion.
Page 74: Selecting The Projection Quality (Selecting Color Mode)
Adjusting Projected Images Each time you press the [Color Mode] button, the Color Mode name is You can fine tune the corrected results. Select Quick Corner on the displayed on the screen and the Color Mode changes. screen from step 4 to adjust the tilt of the image. Remote control s "Quick Corner"...
Page 75 Adjusting Projected Images Select the item you want to set, and then press the [ ] button. Normal: Select this if you do not want to decrease the brightness. This makes the target usage time approximately 20,000 hours. Quiet: Select this if you are concerned about the noise made by the fan, This sets the brightness at 70%.
Page 76: Guide To Estimated Remains
Adjusting Projected Images Guide to Estimated Remains Relationship between Brightness Level and usage time When Constant Brightness is set to On, the Estimated Remains is The following shows the relationship between Brightness Level and usage displayed. Estimated Remains indicates the amount of time for which time.
Page 77: Setting The Amount Of Light Of The Projected Image
Adjusting Projected Images Illustration Setting the Amount of Light of the Projected 6,000 hours Image 10,000 hours By automatically setting the luminance according to the brightness of the 19,000 hours displayed image, it lets you enjoy deep and rich images. 29,000 hours 41,000 hours Dynamic Contrast can only be set when the Color Mode is set to...
Page 78: Changing The Aspect Ratio Of The Projected Image
Adjusting Projected Images Aspect Mode Explanation Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Projected H-Zoom Projects by enlarging the input image to the full width of Image the projected screen while retaining the aspect ratio. Areas that exceed the edges of the projected screen are not You can change the Aspect Ratio of the projected image to suit the type, projected.
Page 79 Adjusting Projected Images Aspect Ratio of Input Signal Aspect Ratio of Input Signal 16:10 16:9 16:10 16:9 Auto or Normal Full 16:9 H-Zoom Full V-Zoom H-Zoom Native V-Zoom The image may differ depending on the resolution of the input signal. Screen type setting: 4:3 Aspect Ratio of Input Signal Native...
Page 80: Adjusting The Image
Adjusting Projected Images Aspect Ratio of Input Signal 16:10 16:9 H-Zoom V-Zoom Native Only computer images and images from the HDMI port/HDBaseT port. The image may differ depending on the resolution of the input signal. Select RGBCMY, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 81: Gamma Adjustment
Adjusting Projected Images Each time you press the [ ] button, the adjustment screen changes. To complete the corrections, press the [Menu] button. Gamma adjustment Select Gamma, and then press the [ ] button. You can adjust differences in the halftone brightness that occurs depending on the connected device.
Page 82 If you select DICOM SIM from Color Mode on the Image menu, select the adjustment value according to the projection size. EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U • If the projection size is 150 inches or less, select a small value. • If the projection size is 150 inches or more, select a large value.
Page 83 Adjusting Projected Images Select Advanced from Image, and then press the [ ] button. Use the [ ] buttons to make adjustments, and then confirm using the [ ] button. Select Gamma, and then press the [ ] button. Select Customized, and confirm using the [ ] button.
Page 84: Frame Interpolation
Adjusting Projected Images Select Frame Interpolation from Image, and then press the [ button. When Do you want to continue adjusting the setting? is displayed, select Yes or No. To adjust another tone, select Yes, and repeat the procedure from step 6.
Page 85: 4K Enhancement
Adjusting Projected Images Press the [Menu] button while projecting. Select one of the following, and then press the [ ] button. Off: Disables 4K Enhancement. If a signal that exceeds the panel Select Image Enhancement from Image, and then press the [ resolution of this projector is input, the image is displayed according button.
Page 86: Image Preset Mode
Adjusting Projected Images Image Preset Mode Noise Reduction Select the optimal setting according to the projected image from five presets You can smooth out rough images for softer image quality when inputting prepared in advance. progressive signals or progressive interlace signals. The following settings are saved in the presets.
Page 87: Super-Resolution
Adjusting Projected Images Select MPEG Noise Reduction from Image Enhancement, and Use the [ ] buttons to select the item, and then use the then press the [ ] button. [ ][ ] buttons to make the adjustments. Fine Line Adjust: If this parameter is set to a positive value, details Select a level to reduce noise from Low, Normal, or High, and such as hair or fabric patterns will be enhanced.
Page 88: Projecting 3D Images
Adjusting Projected Images Use the [ ] buttons to select the item, and then use the [ ][ ] buttons to make the adjustments. Strength: The larger the value, the more the contrast is enhanced. Range: The larger the value, the wider the range of detail enhancement becomes.
Page 89: Useful Functions
Useful Functions This section describes the Multi-Projection, Split Screen, Memory, Schedule, and Security functions.
Page 90: Multi-Projection Function
Multi-Projection Function You can setup multiple projectors to project one large and wide image. Set an ID for the master projector and the remote control. You can adjust the difference of brightness and color tone between each s "Set the projector ID" p.40 projected image to create a seamless screen.
Page 91: Adjusting Manually Offline
Multi-Projection Function Select the sections of the images. s "Displaying a Scaled Image" p.102 Adjusting manually offline Adjust the images from all projectors manually. Advance preparation Turn on all projectors. Set an ID for all projectors and the remote controls. Before performing tiling, adjust the projected image so that it is a s "Set the projector ID"...
Page 92 Multi-Projection Function Select the projectors that will be used for tiling, and then press the Select Location Setup, and then press the [ ] button. ] button. The image is positioned automatically. When the message "Assign IDs to projectors that have been located. Do you want to continue?"...
Page 93: Performing Tiling Manually
Multi-Projection Function When tiling is complete, adjust any positional gaps and the tint of the Select Location Setup, and then press the [ ] button. projected images. Set the positions of the projected images in Row Order and Column "Adjusting the projected images" p.90 Order.
Page 94 Multi-Projection Function Submenu Function Top Edge/Bottom Blending: Set to On to activate Edge Blending Edge/Left Edge/Right towards your settings, and the blend range will be Edge shaded. Blend Start Position: Displays blending start position as a red line, and adjusts at the level of one pixel.
Page 95: Black Level
Multi-Projection Function Set Pattern Guide to On. In Blend Range, adjust the range (3) to be shaded. The value for when the overlapped range and the guide are in the same Select Pattern Guide, and then press the [ ] button. position is the best.
Page 96 Multi-Projection Function Select Black Level from Multi-Projection, and then press the [ button. • You cannot adjust the Black Level when a test pattern is displayed. • If the Geometry Correction value is large, you may not be able to adjust correctly.
Page 97 Multi-Projection Function Select the area you want to adjust, and then press the [ button. The selected area is displayed in orange. When multiple screens are overlapping, adjust based on the area with the most overlap (the brightest area). In the illustration below, first align (2) with (1), and then adjust so that (3) aligns After this, if the tone for some areas do not match, adjust them by with (2).
Page 98 Multi-Projection Function Press the [ ] button to confirm the selection. The points where you want to set the range for adjustment are displayed. You can change the number of points displayed on one side in Points on the screen from step 8. Boundary lines that indicate areas where images overlap are displayed.
Page 99: Screen Matching
Multi-Projection Function • We recommend performing Screen Matching 20 minutes after turning on the projector or canceling A/V mute. • To increase the accuracy of adjustments, we recommend darkening the room while projecting images and then making adjustments. • Perform the following on the master projector before starting adjustments.
Page 100: Automatically Correct The Brightness And Tint For Multiple Projectors
Select Start Auto Adjustment, and then press the [ ] button. • Auto adjustment is not available when using the following lenses. - EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U: ELPLR04, ELPLL08, ELPLL07 - EB-L1405U/EB-L1300U/EB-L1200U/EB-L1100U: ELPLX01, ELPLR04, ELPLM11, ELPLM07, ELPLL08, ELPLL07 • After auto adjustment, the movement range for lens shift is reduced for some lenses.
Page 101 Multi-Projection Function The following screen is displayed. Select Screen Matching from Multi-Projection, and then press the [ ] button. Select Color Matching, and then press the [ ] button. Half of the overlapped area is displayed in black so that it is easy to check the edge of the image.
Page 102: Displaying A Scaled Image
Multi-Projection Function Select Scale, and then press the [ ] button. Select Brightness, and then use the [ ][ ] buttons to adjust the brightness. Turn on Scale. Return to step 2 and adjust each level. Select Scale, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 103 Multi-Projection Function Adjust the scale. Select Zoom Display or Full Display, and then press the [ ] button. Zoom Display: Adjusts according to the image currently displayed. Select the adjustment method with the [ ] buttons, then adjust Enlarge using the [ ][ ] buttons. -+: Enlarges or reduces an image horizontally and vertically at the same time.
Page 104: Projection Functions
HDMI HDBaseT DVI-D Computer EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U only • Signals that exceed WUXGA are not supported. • If 4K Enhancement is enabled, a message is displayed. Select Yes to disable 4K Enhancement. s Image - Image Enhancement - 4K Enhancement p.127...
Page 105: Operating Procedures
Projection Functions Operating procedures Select Source, and then press the [ ] button. Select each input source for Left and Right. Projecting on a split screen Press the [Split] button on the remote control while projecting. The currently selected input source is projected on the left of the screen.
Page 106 Projection Functions The projected images will appear as shown below after setting the screen Select Swap Screens, and then press the [ ] button. size. The projected images on the left and right are swapped. Equal Larger Left Switching the left and right image sizes Larger Right Press the [Menu] button during split screen projection.
Page 107: Restrictions During Split Screen Projection
Projection Functions Restriction relating to images Select the audio you want to output, and then press the [ button. • For the image on the right screen, the default values for the Image When you select Auto, audio is output for the enlarged screen. If the menu are applied.
Page 108: Freezing The Image (Freeze)
Projection Functions Each time you press the [Freeze] button, Freeze turns on or off. • If you want to fade out or fade in when turning the video on or off, set the desired number of seconds in Fade-out and Fade-in. Remote control s Extended - Operation - A/V Mute Settings - Fade-out, Fade-in p.133...
Page 109: Saving A User's Logo
Projection Functions Start E-Zoom. • During enlarged projection, press the [ ], [ ], [ ], or Press the [ ] button to display the Cross ( [ ] buttons to scroll the image. • E-Zoom is unavailable when Scale is on. Remote control s Signal - Scale p.129...
Page 110 Projection Functions When the message "Choose this image as the User's Logo?" is When a User's Logo is saved, the previous User's Logo is displayed, select Yes. erased. When you press the [ ] button, the screen size may change depending on the signal to match the actual resolution of the image signal.
Page 111: Memory Function
Memory Function The settings for the image currently displayed and values for geometry correction are saved as a memory, allowing you to load them when necessary. Saving/Loading/Erasing/Resetting the Memory Press the [Memory] button while projecting. Remote control Memory: Settings for the following menu items are saved in the memory.
Page 112 Memory Function Function Explanation Reset Memory Resets the name and settings of a saved memory. To reset all memories saved in Memory, Lens Position, and Geometry Correction, use Reset All Memories. s Reset - Reset All Memories p.146 If the mark on the left of the memory name is turned blue, it means the memory has already been registered.
Page 113: Scheduling Function
Scheduling Function You can schedule turning the projector power on/off and switching the Set the schedule. input source, as events in the schedule. Registered events are executed Submenu Name Function automatically at the specified time on the specified dates or weekly. Event Settings Select an operation of the projector when the event You can register up to 30 events in Schedule, and one event in Extended...
Page 114: Checking An Event
Scheduling Function Checking an Event This section explains how to check a Schedule event. Press the [Menu] button while projecting. Select Schedule Settings from Extended. The indicator turns on when an event is saved. • Light source calibration does not start automatically when the projector is used continuously for more than 24 hours, or when direct shutdown is used regularly.
Page 115: Editing An Event
Scheduling Function Press the [ ][ ] buttons to highlight the date you want to check. The details of the events registered on the selected date are displayed. Highlight the event you want to edit, and then press the [Esc] button.
Page 116 Scheduling Function Submenu Name Function Edit Edits the content of the selected event. Select Save, and then press the [ ] button to complete the editing. Clear Deletes the selected event. Saves a new event. Select Save, and then press the Add New ] button to complete the registration.
Page 117: Security Functions
Security Functions • User's Logo Protection The projector has the following enhanced security functions. Even if someone tries to change the User's Logo set by the owner of the • Password protect projector, it cannot be changed. When User's Logo Protection is set to You can limit who can use the projector.
Page 118: Entering The Password
Security Functions Remote control If Password Protection is already activated, you must enter the password. If the password is entered correctly, the Password Protection setting menu is displayed. s "Entering the password" p.118 Select the type of Password Protect you want to set, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 119: Restricting Operation
"The projector's Press the [ ] button on the control panel during projection to operation will be locked. Contact Epson as described in your documentation." display the Control Panel Lock screen. Epson Projector Contact List You can also make settings in Control Panel Lock from the configuration menu.
Page 120: Lens Lock
Security Functions Lens Lock You can release the control panel lock by one of the following two methods. This function locks the following buttons on the remote control related to • Use the remote control to set Control Panel Lock to Off the lens operation.
Page 121: Anti-Theft Lock
Security Functions Even if the remote control button lock is on, the following operations are possible. • Resetting default for the Remote Receiver setting • Releasing the remote control button lock Anti-Theft Lock The projector is equipped with the following types of anti-theft security devices.
Page 122 Security Functions Attention Do not pass drop-prevention wires through the security cable installation point.
Page 123: Configuration Menu
Configuration Menu This chapter explains how to use the Configuration menu and its functions.
Page 124: Using The Configuration Menu
Using the Configuration Menu This section explains how to use the Configuration menu. Select a submenu item. Although steps are explained using the remote control as an example, you can perform the same operations from the control panel. Check the guide under the menu for the available buttons and their operations.
Page 125: List Of Functions
List of Functions Top Menu Name Submenu Name Items or Setting Values Configuration Menu Table Overscan Auto, Off, 4%, and 8% Settable items vary depending on the model being used and the image Blanking Top, Bottom, Left, and Right signal and source being projected. Advanced Video Range, Input Signal, Image Top Menu Name...
Page 126: Network Menu
List of Functions Top Menu Name Submenu Name Items or Setting Values Top Menu Name Submenu Name Items or Setting Values Display Menu Position, Message Position, Info menu Projector Info Total Op. Time, Operation Hours, Messages, Display Background, Sources, Input Signal, Resolution, p.145 Startup Screen, Standby Refresh Rate, Sync Info, Status,...
Page 127: Image Menu
List of Functions Top Menu Name Submenu Name Items or Setting Values Top Menu Name Submenu Name Items or Setting Values Passphrase Control4 SDDP On, Off Channel 1ch, 6ch, and 11ch Art-Net Art-Net, Net, Sub-Net, Universe, Start Channel IP Settings DHCP, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway Message Broadcasting...
Page 128 List of Functions Submenu Function Submenu Function Brightness Adjusts the image brightness. Image Enhance You can adjust the image resolution. ment s "Adjusting Image Resolution (Image Enhancement)" Adjusts the difference between light and shade in the Contrast p.84 images. 4K Enhancement: You can project at a doubled resolution. Adjusts the color saturation for the images.
Page 129: Signal Menu
List of Functions Submenu Function Reset You can reset all adjustment values for the Image menu to their default settings. See the following to return all menu items to their default settings. s "Reset Menu" p.146 *1 This cannot be set when E-Zoom is used. *2 This cannot be set when the signal input exceeds WUXGA.
Page 130 List of Functions Submenu Function Submenu Function Position You can adjust the display position up, down, left, and right when Reset You can reset all adjustment values on the Signal menu to their a part of the image is missing so that the whole image is projected. default settings, except for Input Signal.
Page 131: Settings Menu
List of Functions Submenu Function Settings Menu Geometry Cor You can correct distortion. rection s "Correcting Distortion in the Projected Image" p.62 • Off: Temporarily cancels the geometry correction. • H/V-Keystone: Adjust V-Keystone, V-Balance, H-Keystone, and H- Balance to correct vertical and horizontal keystone distortion.
Page 132 List of Functions Submenu Function Submenu Function Lock Setting Control Panel Lock: You can use this to restrict operation of the Remote Receiver You can limit the reception of the operation signal from the projector's control panel. remote control. s "Control Panel Lock" p.119 When set to Off, you cannot perform any operations from the remote control.
Page 133: Extended Menu
List of Functions Submenu Function Extended Menu Display You can make settings related to the projector's display. Menu Position: Select the position to display the menu on the projected screen. Message Position: Select the position to display the message on the projected screen. Messages: When set to Off, the following items will not be displayed.
Page 134 List of Functions Submenu Function Submenu Function User's Logo You can change the user's logo that is displayed as a Operation Direct Power On: Set to On to turn on the projector background during Display Background, A/V Mute, and so simply by plugging it in.
Page 135 When Simple is selected, you correctly, turning this On may improve the image. can use the remote control provided with other Epson • Lens Type: When using the following lens, select the projectors to operate this projector. This is useful if you model number of the lens.
Page 136 List of Functions Submenu Function Submenu Function A/V Settings A/V Output: Set this to Always On if you want to output HDBaseT Control Communications (This cannot be set when Extron audio and images to an external device even when the XTP is set to On.) When set to On, Ethernet projector is in standby status.
Page 137: Network Menu
List of Functions Submenu Function Submenu Function Multi-Projection Make settings when projecting from multiple projectors. Reset You can reset all adjustment values for the Extended menu to their default settings. However, the following items are s "Multi-Projection Function" p.90 not reset. Projector ID: Set the ID from 1 to 30.
Page 138: Notes On Operating The Network Menu
List of Functions "Setting Password Protection" p.117 Submenu Function Net. Info. - Wired Displays the following network setting status information. • Projector Name • DHCP • IP Address • Subnet Mask • Gateway Address • MAC Address Displays the QR code. Display the QR Code The following menus are available for setting Network items.
Page 139: Soft Keyboard Operations
Numbers s "About PJLink" p.201 Letters ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ Set a password to use Remote in Epson Web Control. You can Remote Pass abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz enter up to 8 single-byte alphanumeric characters. (* : and spaces word cannot be used.) The default user name is "EPSONREMOTE"...
Page 140: Wireless Lan Menu
Set the display format for the projector's network information. If Display LAN Info. you display the QR code, you can connect to a network just by reading the QR code in Epson iProjection. Text & QR Code is set Submenu Function by default.
Page 141 You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of the address. s "Changing Settings Using a Web Browser (Epson Web However, the following subnet masks cannot be used. Control)"...
Page 142: Wired Lan Menu
List of Functions between a computer and an access point without using a server. This Wired LAN menu projector supports the latter method, without a server. For setting details, follow the instructions from your network administrator. Search Access Point screen Detected access points are displayed in a list.
Page 143: Notifications Menu
List of Functions Submenu Function Submenu Function IP Address Dis To prevent the IP address from being displayed on the LAN Port Number You can input the port number for the SMTP server. The default play Standby screen, set this to Off. value is 25.
Page 144: Others Menu
List of Functions Others menu Submenu Function Art-Net Art-Net: Set this to On to control the projector using Art- Net. s "About Art-Net (EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U only)" p.206 Net/Sub-Net/Universe: Sets the projector's Net/Sub-Net/ Universe. Start Channel: Sets the start channel that handles Art- Net.
Page 145: Info Menu (Display Only)
List of Functions Submenu Function Submenu Function Reset network To reset all of the Network settings, select Yes. Projector Info Total Op. Displays the projector's cumulative settings. operating time. Time Displays the operation time after turning on Operation the projector. Hours Info Menu (Display Only) Source...
Page 146: Reset Menu
List of Functions Submenu Function Reset Menu Status This is information about errors that have occurred on the projector. This information may be needed if service is required. Serial Number Displays the projector's serial number. Displays the model number of your lens. Lens Type When problems occur when the projector Event ID...
Page 147: Batch Setup
Batch Setup Once the Configuration menu content has been set for one projector, you Setup Using a USB Flash Drive can use it to perform batch setup for multiple projectors (batch setup function). The batch setup function is only for projectors with the same This section explains how to perform batch setup using a USB flash drive.
Page 148 Batch Setup When the projector's indicators turn on as follows, release the [Esc] • Connect the USB flash drive directly to the projector. If the button. USB flash drive is connected to the projector through a USB hub, the settings may not be saved correctly. •...
Page 149: Reflecting Saved Settings To Other Projectors
Batch Setup Reflecting saved settings to other projectors When writing completes normally, the projector enters standby Disconnect the power cord from the projector, and check that all status. of the projector's indicators have turned off. Connect the USB flash drive containing the saved batch setup file to the projector's wireless LAN unit port.
Page 150 Batch Setup While holding down the [Menu] on the remote control or the Caution control panel, connect the power cord to the projector. • Do not disconnect the power cord from the projector while the settings are being written. If the power cord is disconnected, the projector may not start correctly.
Page 151: Setup By Connecting The Computer And Projector With A Usb Cable
Batch Setup When the projector's indicators turn on as follows, release the [Esc] Setup by Connecting the Computer and Projector button. with a USB Cable The following operating systems support the batch setup function. • Windows Vista or later • Mac OS X 10.5.3 or later Saving settings to a computer Power supply Status Laser...
Page 152: Reflecting Saved Settings To Other Projectors
Batch Setup While holding down the [Menu] on the remote control or the Reflecting saved settings to other projectors control panel, connect the power cord to the projector. Disconnect the power cord from the projector, and check that all of the projector's indicators have turned off. Connect the computer's USB port to the projector's Service port with a USB cable.
Page 153: When Setup Fails
Stop using the projector, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. Epson Projector Contact List Power: Blue - flashing fast...
Page 154: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter explains how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.
Page 155: Using The Help
Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, you can display the Help screen to assist you. You can also set the projector to an appropriate state by answering the questions. Press the [ ] button. The Home screen is displayed. Remote control Select a menu item.
Page 156 Using the Help See the following if the Help function does not provide a solution to the problem. s "Reading the Indicators" p.157...
Page 157: Reading The Indicators
Reading the Indicators This projector has the following five indicators to indicate the projector's status. Power indicator Indicates the projector's status. Status indicator Indicates the projector's status. Laser indicator Indicates the light source status. Temp indicator Indicates the internal temperature status. This is normally turned off. Filter indicator Indicates the air filter status.
Page 158 Reading the Indicators Indicator Projector's Sta Explanation Power Status Laser Temp Filter supply Projecting The projector is projecting. Blue - On Blue - On Status varies Cool down status This is the status immediately after turning off the power. In this status, all buttons are disabled. Blue - Blue - On Flashing...
Page 159 If the error continues after checking the points above, stop using the projector, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. Epson Projector Contact List When using at an altitude of 1500 m or more, set High Altitude Mode to On.
Page 160 After checking, connect the power cord to the electrical outlet. If the error continues after checking the points above, stop using the projector, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List.
Page 161 If the error continues after checking the points above, stop using the projector, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. Epson Projector Contact List Air Filter Notice "Time to clean the air filter.
Page 162 • If the indicators are in a state not shown in this table, stop using the projector, remove the power plug from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List.
Page 163: Reading The Status Display
Reading the Status Display You can display the operating status of the projector on the projected Use the [ ][ ] buttons or the [ ] buttons to select a image. You can check the detailed status of the projector by using button category.
Page 164: Explanations Of The Display Content
Reading the Status Display Explanations of the Display Content Category Item Status Display Explanation Status Information System Displays the projector's status. See the following for more information on how to remedy the errors and warnings. s "Reading the Indicators" p.157 The projector is in normal status.
Page 165 Reading the Status Display Category Item Status Display Explanation Status Information Source HDMI Displays the source name for the connected equipment currently being projected. HDBaseT DVI-D Computer On-Screen Display Displays the settings for the On-Screen Display. When set to Off, the menus or messages are not displayed on the projected images.
Page 166 Reading the Status Display Category Item Status Display Explanation Source Video Signal Displays the current input video signal. Color Space Displays the color space of the current input signal. YCbCr YPbPr H-Frequency Displays the horizontal frequency of the current input signal. V-Frequency Displays the vertical frequency of the current input signal.
Page 167 Reading the Status Display Category Item Status Display Explanation Signal Information 5V Detection Detected Displays the detection results of 5V signals. Not Detect TMDS Clock Displays the TMDS frequency of the current input signal. TMDS H-Frequency Displays the horizontal frequency of the current input signal. TMDS V-Frequency Displays the vertical frequency of the current input signal.
Page 168 Reading the Status Display Category Item Status Display Explanation Network Wired Projector Name Displays the projector name used to identify the projector when connected to a network. Connection Mode HDBaseT Displays the connection path for LAN. DHCP Displays the DHCP settings. IP Display Displays the IP address display settings.
Page 169 Reading the Status Display Category Item Status Display Explanation Maintenance Operation Time Displays the total operation time of the projector. Laser Op.Time Displays the laser operating time for each setting in Light Source Mode. Version Serial No. Displays the projector's serial number. Main Displays the projector's firmware version information.
Page 170: Problem Solving
Problem Solving • The remote control does not work If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a p.178 solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. • Nothing appears on the external monitor p.179 Problems Relating to Images •...
Page 171: Problems Relating To Images
Problem Solving Problems Relating to Images No images appear Check Remedy Did you press the [ ] button on the remote control or control Press the [ ] button to turn on the power. panel? Are the indicators switched off? The power cord is not connected correctly or power is not being supplied.
Page 172: Projection Stops Automatically
Problem Solving Projection stops automatically Check Remedy Is Sleep Mode set to On? Press the [ ] button to turn on the power. If you do not want to use Sleep Mode, change the setting to Off. s Extended - Operation - Sleep Mode p.133 "Not supported."...
Page 173: Images Are Fuzzy, Out Of Focus, Or Distorted
Problem Solving Images are fuzzy, out of focus, or distorted Check Remedy Is the focus adjusted correctly? Make sure that at least 20 minutes has passed after the projection starts, and press the [Focus] button on the remote control to adjust the focus. s "Correcting the Focus"...
Page 174: The Image Is Truncated (Large) Or Small, The Aspect Is Not Suitable, Or The Image Has Been Reversed
Problem Solving The image is truncated (large) or small, the aspect is not suitable, or the image has been reversed Check Remedy Have the Screen been set correctly? Make the appropriate Screen for the screen being used. s "Screen Settings" p.30 Is the aspect adjusted correctly? Press the [Aspect] button to select an aspect suitable for the input source.
Page 175: Image Colors Are Not Right
Problem Solving Image colors are not right Check Remedy Do the input signal settings match the signals from the connected Change the setting according to the signal for the connected equipment. device? s Signal - Advanced - Input Signal p.129 Is the image brightness adjusted correctly? Adjust the Brightness setting from the Configuration menu.
Page 176: Automatic Adjustments Are Not Performed Correctly
Problem Solving Check Remedy Is only one projector being used? Check if the following item is set to dark. s Extended - Multi-Projection - Screen Matching - Brightness Settings p.133 Automatic adjustments are not performed correctly Check Remedy Have at least 20 minutes passed since the power was turned on? Auto adjustment does not work correctly until the temperature of the projector is stable.
Page 177: Problems When Projection Starts
Do the indicators turn on and off when the power cord is touched? There is probably a poor contact in the power cable, or the power cable may be defective. Reinsert the power cable. If this does not solve the problem, stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. Epson Projector Contact List...
Page 178: Other Problems
Problem Solving Other Problems No sound can be heard or the sound is faint Check Remedy Check that the audio/video cable is securely attached to both the Disconnect the cable from the Audio port, and then reconnect the cable. projector and audio source. Is the projector volume set to the minimum? Adjust the volume so that sound can be heard.
Page 179: Nothing Appears On The External Monitor
Problem Solving Check Remedy Are the batteries dead or have the batteries been inserted correctly? Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly or replace the batteries with new ones if necessary. s "Replacing the remote control batteries" p.23 Are the remote control ID and the projector ID matched? Make sure the ID for the projector you want to operate and the ID for the remote control match.
Page 180: I Want To Change The Language For Messages And Menus
"The battery that saves your clock settings is running low." is displayed Check Remedy The internal power supply that saves your clock settings is Contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. running low. Epson Projector Contact List...
Page 181: About Event Id
About Event ID Check the numbers and then apply the following countermeasures. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact your network administrator, or contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. Epson Projector Contact List...
Page 182 Maintenance This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector for a long time to come.
Page 183: Cleaning
Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of Attention projected images starts to deteriorate. Do not rub the lens with harsh materials or subject the lens to shocks, as it can easily become damaged. Caution When cleaning, unplug the power cable from the electric outlet.
Page 184 Cleaning Remove the air filter cover. Grip the air filter cover tab between your fingers, and pull up and remove the cover while pressing the tab. Attention If the air filter is hit too hard, it may become unusable due to deformities and cracks.
Page 185 Cleaning • If a message is frequently displayed, even after cleaning, it is time to replace the air filter. Replace it with a new air filter. s "Replacing the Air Filter" p.186 • It is recommended that you clean the air filter at least once every three months.
Page 186: Replacing Consumables
Replacing Consumables This section explains how to replace the air filter. Remove the air filter. Grip the tab of the air filter, and pull it straight out. Replacing the Air Filter Air filter replacement period If the message is displayed frequently even though the air filter has been cleaned, replace the air filter.
Page 187 Replacing Consumables Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations. Material of the frame part: Polypropylene Material of the filter part: Polypropylene...
Page 188: Image Maintenance
Image Maintenance • Auto adjustment is not available when using the following lenses. Color Calibration - EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U: ELPLR04, ELPLL08, ELPLL07 Automatically adjusts aging deterioration of the color tone for the whole - EB-L1405U/EB-L1300U/EB-L1200U/EB-L1100U: ELPLX01, screen based on the default color settings.
Page 189: Panel Alignment
Image Maintenance • Image quality may decline after performing LCD alignment. • Images for pixels that extend beyond the edge of the projected screen are not displayed. Press the [Menu] button while projecting. Select Display from Extended. Select Panel Alignment, and then press the [ ] button.
Page 190 Image Maintenance Select a combination of R (red), G (green), and B (blue) for the grid color. R/G/B: Displays a combination all three colors; red, green and blue. The actual color of the grid is white. R/G: This is available when R is selected from Select Color. Displays a combination of two colors;...
Page 191: Color Uniformity
Image Maintenance If you feel you still need to make adjustments after correcting all four points, select Select intersection and adjust and then continue making adjustments. Color Uniformity: Turns color uniformity on or off. Adjustment Level: There are eight levels from white, through gray, Color Uniformity and up to black.
Page 192 Image Maintenance Press the [Esc] button to return to the previous screen. To complete the adjustment, press the [Menu] button. Select Start Adjustments, and then press the [ ] button. Select the area you want to adjust, and then press the [ button.
Page 193: Appendix
Appendix...
Page 194: Monitoring And Controlling
About Message Broadcasting Message Broadcasting is plugin software for EasyMP Monitor. If your Web browser is set up to connect via a proxy server, the Epson Message Broadcasting can be used to send a message (JPEG file) to project Web Control screen cannot be displayed. To display Web Control, you need to make settings so that a proxy server is not used for a on all Epson projectors or specified projectors connected on the network.
Page 195: Basic Control Screen
Monitoring and Controlling • When performing the functions from the Home screen, you may be prompted to enter the user name and password. The following two types of user names and passwords are available. Remote: The user name is "EPSONREMOTE" and the default password is "guest".
Page 196: Osd Control Pad Screen
Monitoring and Controlling Turns the video and audio on or off. Items in the Configuration menu that cannot be set in Epson Web You can adjust the volume. Control are listed below. Automatically detects the input signal. • Settings Menu - User Button •...
Page 197 Monitoring and Controlling Lens Shift Operation Screen Move the slider to adjust the focus. Press the buttons to adjust the focus. Move the slider to adjust image warping. Press the buttons to adjust image warping. Displays the Focus / Distortion operation screen. Displays the Zoom operation screen.
Page 198: Status Information Screen
Monitoring and Controlling Test Pattern Operation Screen Saves a memory. Displays a list of memories. Erases a memory. Changes a memory name. Status Information Screen You can check the projector's status. See the following for display details. "Reading the Status Display" p.163 Displays a test pattern.
Page 199: Using The Mail Notification Function To Report Problems
• Peltier Device error Sender: The email address set in From See the following to deal with problems or warnings. Subject: EPSON Projector "Reading the Indicators" p.157 Line 1: The projector name where the problem has occurred Line 2: The IP address set for the projector where the problem has occurred.
Page 200: Management Using Snmp
Command list For more details, contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. When the power ON command is transmitted to the projector, the power turns on and it enters warm-up mode. When the projector's power has Epson Projector Contact List turned on, a colon ":"...
Page 201: Cable Layouts
Monitoring and Controlling • Parity: None Cable layouts • Stop-bit: 1 bit • Flow control: None Serial connection • Connector shape: D-Sub 9-pin (male) • Projector input port name: RS-232C About PJLink <At the projector> <At the computer> PJLink Class1 was established by the JBMIA (Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association) as a standard protocol for controlling network-compatible projector's as part of their efforts to standardize projector control protocols.
Page 202: About Crestron Roomview
• The following functions cannot be used while using Crestron EPSON L1405U ® RoomView EPSON L1300U s "Changing Settings Using a Web Browser (Epson Web Control)" EPSON L1200U p.194 EPSON L1100U Message Broadcasting (EasyMP Monitor plug-in) • If you set Standby Mode to Communication On, you can control the projector even if it is in standby mode (when the power is ®...
Page 203 Monitoring and Controlling Start the Web browser on the computer. Button Function A/V Mute Turns the video and audio on or off. Enter the IP address of the projector in the address field of the s "Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Web browser, and press the Enter key on the keyboard.
Page 204 Monitoring and Controlling Button Function Performs the same operation as the [ ] button on the remote control. s "Remote Control" p.20 Menu Displays and closes the Configuration menu. Auto If clicked while projecting analog RGB signals from the Computer port, you can automatically optimize Tracking, Sync., and Position.
Page 205 Monitoring and Controlling Item Function Item Function DHCP Select the Enabled check box to use DHCP. You cannot New Password Enter the new password when changing the password to enter an IP address if DHCP is enabled. open the operation window. (The name can contain up to 26 single-byte alphanumeric characters.) IP Address Enter the IP address to assign to the currently connected...
Page 206: About Art-Net (Eb-L1505U/Eb-L1500U/Eb-L1405U Only)
Monitoring and Controlling About Art-Net (EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U only) Art-Net is an Ethernet communication protocol based on the TCP/IP protocol. You can control the projector by using a DMX controller or an application system. Channel definitions The following explains the channel definitions used when controlling the projector in Art-Net.
Page 207 Monitoring and Controlling Chan Function Operation Parameters Default Operation Content Lens position Non-operational 0 - 31 Moves the lens shift to the home position. Move to home position 32 - 63 Non-operational 64 - 255 Horizontal lens shift (+) lens adjustment Movement - Large 0 - 31 Performs horizontal lens shift using the amount of movement specified.
Page 208 Monitoring and Controlling Chan Function Operation Parameters Default Operation Content (-) lens adjustment Movement - Small 160 - 191 Movement - Me- 192 - 223 dium Movement - Large 224 - 255 Electronic focus (+) lens adjustment Movement - Large 0 - 31 Performs electronic focus using the amount of movement specified.
Page 209 Monitoring and Controlling Chan Function Operation Parameters Default Operation Content Load lens memory 4 64 - 79 Load lens memory 5 80 - 95 Load lens memory 6 96 - 111 Load lens memory 7 112 - 127 Load lens memory 8 128 - 143 Load lens memory 9 144 - 159...
Page 210 Monitoring and Controlling While controlling the projector using Art-Net and performing operations from the remote control or control panel, settings made by the DMX controller or application software may differ from the actual projector's status. When you want to apply all the channel controls to the projector, set Channel 13 to "Cannot control", then set it back to "Can control".
Page 211: Optional Accessories And Consumables
Use one of these longer cables if the computer cable supplied with the projector *2 Special expertise is required to suspend the projector from a ceiling. Contact is too short. your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Component video cable ELPKC19 Contact List. s...
Page 212: Screen Size And Projection Distance
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm Projection Distance for EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U 4:3 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 53" 108x81 199 - 326 -89 - +8 60" 122x91 226 - 370 -101 - +9 80"...
Page 213: Elplu03
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm Unit: cm 16:10 Screen Size 16:9 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 60" 130x81 199 - 326 -89 - +8 108"...
Page 214: Elplw05
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm 4:3 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 16:10 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 60" 122x91 91 - 110 -101 - +9 60"...
Page 215: Elplw06/Elplw04
Screen Size and Projection Distance 16:9 Screen Size 4:3 Screen Size 80" 177x100 132 - 187 -76 - -23 Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 100" 221x125 167 - 236 -96 - -29 100" 203x152 288 - 395 -168 - +15 120"...
Page 216: Elplm10/Elplm06
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm 16:10 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 16:9 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 80" 172x108 202 - 277 -119 - +11 59"...
Page 217: Elplm11/Elplm07
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm ELPLM11/ELPLM07 Unit: cm 16:10 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift 4:3 Screen Size Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 60" 130x81 445 - 686 -89 - +8 53"...
Page 218: Elplr04
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm ELPLR04 Lens shift is not supported. 16:9 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Unit: cm Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 4:3 Screen Size 59" 131x73 672 - 951 -86 - +12 53"...
Page 219: Projection Distances For Eb-L1405U/Eb-L1300U/Eb-L1200U/Eb-L1100U
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm 16:10 Screen Size 60" 130x81 80" 172x108 100" 215x135 120" 258x162 150" 323x202 -101 200" 431x269 -135 Projection distance 250" 538x337 -168 is the distance from the center of the lens to the base of the screen. This changes depending on the setting for vertical lens shift.
Page 220: Elplx01
Screen Size and Projection Distance 4:3 Screen Size 16:10 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 250" 508x381 890 - 1424 -448 - +67 120"...
Page 221: Elplu04/Elplu02
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm ELPLU04/ELPLU02 Unit: cm 16:9 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift 4:3 Screen Size Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 78" 173x97 111 - 134 -122 - +24 45"...
Page 222: Elplw05
Screen Size and Projection Distance 4:3 Screen Size 16:9 Screen Size 120" 244x183 308 - 430 -215 - +32 Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 150" 305x229 387 - 539 -269 - +40 250" 553x311 493 - 593 -390 - +78 200"...
Page 223: Elplw06/Elplw04
Screen Size and Projection Distance 16:10 Screen Size 16:9 Screen Size 200" 431x269 457 - 636 -317 - +48 Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 250" 538x337 573 - 796 -396 - +59 80" 177x100 287 - 392 -125 - +25 300"...
Page 224: Elplm09/Elpls04
Screen Size and Projection Distance ELPLM09/ELPLS04 Unit: cm 16:9 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 4:3 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift 250" 553x311 1207 - 1942 -390 - +78 Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 290"...
Page 225: Elplm11/Elplm07
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm 4:3 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 16:10 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 80" 163x122 648 - 986 -143 - +22 50"...
Page 226: Elpll08/Elpll07
Screen Size and Projection Distance 4:3 Screen Size 16:10 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 265" 539x404 3186 - 4819 -475 - +71 150"...
Page 227: Elplr04
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm ELPLR04 Lens shift is not supported. 16:9 Screen Size Minimum (Wide) to Vertical Lens Shift Unit: cm Maximum (Tele) Top to Bottom 4:3 Screen Size 49" 108x61 767 - 1082 -76 - +15 45"...
Page 228: Polarizer (Elppl01) Installation Distance
Screen Size and Projection Distance Unit: cm EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U Units: mm 16:10 Screen Size 50" 108x67 Lens type 60" 130x81 ELPLW06/ELPLW04 80" 172x108 ELPLM09/ELPLS04 100" 215x135 The guaranteed operational environmental temperature is less than 35˚C. 120" 258x162 150" 323x202 -101 200"...
Page 229: Adjustment Range For Projected Images
-45° to 45° -30° to 30° For projectors with a built-in lens, the lens varies depending on the model. ELPLM10/ELPLM06 -45° to 45° -30° to 30° EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U: ELPLM09 ELPLM11/ELPLM07 -45° to 45° -30° to 30° EB-L1405U/EB-L1300U/EB-L1200U/EB-L1100U: ELPLM08 ELPLL08/ELPLL07 -45° to 45°...
Page 230 Adjustment Range for Projected Images EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U Horizontally curved surface (convex) Horizontally curved surface (concave) Screen Center of the circle of which the Screen curved surface is an arc Center of the circle of which the Projection distance curved surface is an arc...
Page 231 Adjustment Range for Projected Images Vertically curved surface (concave) Vertically curved surface (convex) Screen Screen Center of the circle of which the Center of the circle of which the curved surface is an arc curved surface is an arc Projection distance Projection distance Radius of the circle of which the Radius of the circle of which the...
Page 232 Adjustment Range for Projected Images EB-L1405U/EB-L1300U/EB-L1200U/EB-L1100U Horizontally curved surface (convex) Horizontally curved surface (concave) Screen Center of the circle of which the Screen curved surface is an arc Center of the circle of which the Projection distance curved surface is an arc Radius of the circle of which the Projection distance curved surface is an arc...
Page 233 Adjustment Range for Projected Images Vertically curved surface (concave) Vertically curved surface (convex) Screen Screen Center of the circle of which the Center of the circle of which the curved surface is an arc curved surface is an arc Projection distance Projection distance Radius of the circle of which the Radius of the circle of which the...
Page 234: Corner Wall
For projectors with a built-in lens, the lens varies depending on the model. EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U: ELPLM09 Screen EB-L1405U/EB-L1300U/EB-L1200U/EB-L1100U: ELPLM08 The α in the figure is the maximum angle in which the projector can move.
Page 235 Adjustment Range for Projected Images Convex horizontal corner correction (correction to bilateral symmetry by Concave vertical corner correction (correction to horizontal symmetry by using corners as the center line) using corners as the center line) Screen Screen α Angle of possible projector α...
Page 236 Adjustment Range for Projected Images Convex vertical corner correction (correction to horizontal symmetry by EB-L1405U/EB-L1300U/EB-L1200U/EB-L1100U using corners as the center line) Concave horizontal corner correction (correction to bilateral symmetry by using corners as the center line) Screen Screen α Angle of possible projector motion α...
Page 237 Adjustment Range for Projected Images Convex horizontal corner correction (correction to bilateral symmetry by Concave vertical corner correction (correction to horizontal symmetry by using corners as the center line) using corners as the center line) Screen Screen α Angle of possible projector α...
Page 238 Adjustment Range for Projected Images Convex vertical corner correction (correction to horizontal symmetry by using corners as the center line) Screen α Angle of possible projector motion Side view Lens type Vertical lens shift: Vertical lens shift: Top Home position Side view Side view ELPLM08...
Page 239: Supported Monitor Displays
Supported Monitor Displays Component video Supported Resolutions Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (Dots) When the resolution of the input signals is larger than the projector's panel SDTV (480i) 720x480 resolution, the image quality may decline. SDTV (576i) 720x576 SDTV (480p) 720x480 Computer signals (analog RGB) SDTV (576p)
Page 240: Input Signals From Sdi Input Port
(720p) 4Kx2K 24/25/30/50/60 3840x2160 HDTV 50/59.94/60 1920x1080 4Kx2K (SMPTE) 24/50/60 4096x2160 (1080i) *1 Only compatible when VESA CVT-RB (Reduced Blanking) signal is input. HDTV 23.98/24/2 1920x1080 *2 Only for HDMI input. (1080p) 5/29.97/30 HDTV 50/59.94/60 1920x1080 3G-SDI (1080p) EB-L1505U/EB-L1500U/EB-L1405U only.
Page 241: Specifications
Specifications Projector General Specifications EB-L1505U EB-L1500U EB-L1405U EB-L1300U EB-L1200U EB-L1100U Product name Dimensions 586 (W) x 185 (H) x 492 (D) mm (not including raised section) 1.03" Wide 0.76" Wide LCD panel size Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix 2,304,000...
Page 242 *7 If the surrounding temperature gets too high, the brightness is automatically dimmed. (Approximately 40˚C at an altitude of 0 to 1500 m, and approximately 35˚C at an altitude of 1,501 to 3,048 m; however, this may vary depending on the surroundings and so on.) EB-L1505U EB-L1500U EB-L1405U...
Page 243 Specifications Mini D-Sub15-pin (female) blue Connec Computer Port tors Stereo mini jack (3.5Φ) Audio1 port 5BNC (female) BNC port Stereo mini jack (3.5Φ) Audio2 port DVI-D 24pin Single link HDCP compatible DVI-D port HDMI HDCP2.2 supported (Audio is only supported by PCM) HDMI port Stereo mini jack (3.5Φ) Audio3 port...
Page 244 CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference Epson America, Inc. in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate Located at:...
Page 245: Appearance
Appearance Units: mm Center of lens Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point...
Page 246: Glossary
Adjusting this particular property of an image is called contrast adjustment. Control4 SDDP is a technology developed by Control4 to allow Control4 control systems to acquire device information for the projector. Epson have Control4 Simple Device implemented this protocol technology, and have provided a setting to enable the protocol function (ON).
Page 247 Glossary A number to identify a computer connected to a network. IP Address Projects information to create one screen at a time, displaying the image for one frame. Even though the number of scan lines is the same, the amount Progressive of flicker in images decreases because the volume of information has doubled compared with an interlace system.
Page 248: General Notes
7 operating system ® ® Microsoft Windows 8 operating system Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this ® ® Microsoft Windows 8.1 operating system product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the ®...
Page 249: Trademarks And Copyrights
Mac OS X 10.4.x Other product names used herein are also for identification purposes only and may be Mac OS X 10.5.x trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks. Mac OS X 10.6.x OS X 10.7.x ©SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION 2016.
Page 250: List Of Safety Symbols Compliant With Iec60950-1 A2
List of Safety Symbols Compliant with IEC60950-1 A2 The following table lists the meaning of the safety symbols labeled on the Symbol mark Approved Meaning equipment. standards IEC60417 Battery, general Symbol mark Approved Meaning No. 5001B On battery powered equipment. To standards identify a device for instance a cover for IEC60417...
Page 251 List of Safety Symbols Compliant with IEC60950-1 A2 Symbol mark Approved Meaning standards ISO 3864 General prohibition To identify actions or operations that are prohibited. ISO 3864 Contact prohibition To indicate injury that could occur due to touching a specific part of the equipment. Never look into the projection lens while the projector is on.
Page 252: Index
Cinema ............74 Edge Blending ........93, 137 Cleaning ............183 Image Menu ..........127 Epson Web Control ........194 Cleaning the air filter and air intake vent 183 Indicators ............ 157 Esc ..............20 Cleaning the projector's surface ....183 Info menu ...........
Page 253 Index Installation requirements ......29 Overscan ............. 130 Remote port ..........18 Installation settings ........29 Remote receiver ........... 15 IP Address .......... 141, 142 Replacing batteries ........23 Reset All ............146 Panel Alignment ........133 Reset Memory ..........146 Part names and functions ......
Page 254 Index Startup Screen ..........133 Status ............146 Status indicators ........... 15 Storage temperature ........242 Subnet Mask ........141, 142 Supported monitor displays ..... 239 Swap Screens ..........106 Sync Info ............. 145 Sync............. 129 Test Pattern .......... 31, 132 Tint ..............

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Epson EB-L1505U User Manual

Table of Contents

Notations Used in this Guide

Introduction

Part Names and Functions

Preparing the Projector

Installing the Projector

Connecting Equipment

Basic Usage

Turning on the Projector

Turning off the Projector

Projecting Images

Adjusting Projected Images

Useful Functions

Multi-Projection Function

Projection Functions

Memory Function

Scheduling Function

Security Functions

Configuration Menu

Using the Configuration Menu

List of Functions

Batch Setup

Troubleshooting

Using the Help

Reading the Indicators

Reading the Status Display

Problem Solving

About Event ID

Cleaning

Replacing Consumables

Image Maintenance

Appendix

Monitoring and Controlling

Optional Accessories and Consumables

Screen Size and Projection Distance

Supported Monitor Displays

Specifications

Appearance

Glossary

General Notes

Index

Quick Links

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