Using The Direct Power On Function; Shutting Down The Projector; Sleep Mode; Troubleshooting Display Problems - Epson PowerLite 1810p User Manual

PowerLite 1810p/1815p
The projector beeps once and the
as the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear.
When the light stops flashing and remains green, the
Power
projector is ready for use.
4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 9.
Warning:
Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your
eyes and is especially dangerous for children.

Using the Direct Power On Function

The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The
projector starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it
on with a wall switch. You don't have to press the P
button.
Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On:
1. Press the button on the remote control or projector
Menu
and select the
Extended
2. Choose and press
Operation
3. Choose
Direct Power On
4. Highlight and press
On
5. Press to exit. The setting will take effect the next time
Menu
you plug in the projector.
Note: If a power outage occurs when Direct Power On is enabled
and the projector is plugged in, the projector will start when the
power is restored.

Shutting Down the Projector

This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it
off, you can press the P
Power
power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don't
have to wait for the projector to cool off first.
1. To turn off the projector, press the P
remote control or projector. You see a confirmation message.
If you don't want to turn it off, press any other button.
2. Press the P button again. The projection lamp turns
Power
off and you can unplug the power cord.
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light flashes green
Power
Power
menu.
.
Enter
and press .
Enter
.
Enter
button, unplug it, or turn off a
button on the
Power
If you want to turn the projector on again, make sure the
orange light is not flashing, then press the P
Power
button.
Note: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of
the projector. Lamp life results vary depending on the mode selected,
environmental conditions, and usage.

Sleep Mode

You can set the projector to automatically turn off the lamp and
enter "sleep mode" when it has not received any signals for up
to 30 minutes. This conserves electricity, cools the projector,
and extends the life of the lamp. You can enable sleep mode in
the Extended menu under
projector, unplug the power cord. If you want to start
projecting again, press the P

Troubleshooting Display Problems

You Can't Project an Image
If you don't see the image you are trying to project, try the
following:
❏ Make sure the cables are connected correctly.
❏ Make sure the
Power
A/V mute slide (lens cover) is open.
❏ If you've connected more than one computer and/or video
source, you may need to press the
the projector's control panel or
remote control to select the correct source. (Allow a few
seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the
button.)
❏ If you're using a PC notebook, see below.
The Projector and Notebook Don't Display the
Same Image
If you're projecting from a notebook, and you can't see your
image on the projection screen and on your computer at the
same time, follow these guidelines:
If you're using a PC notebook:
❏ On most systems, there's a function key that lets you toggle
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on
both at the same time. It may be labeled
an icon such as
key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for the projector to
sync up after changing the setting.
❏ If the function key doesn't permit you to display
simultaneously on both screens, you should check your
monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the
external monitor port are enabled.
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. If you are done using the
Operation
button.
Power
light is green and not flashing and the
Source Search
button on the
Search
CRT/LCD
. You may have to hold down the
Power
button on
or have
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