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  • Page 1 EPSON ® PowerLite ® 500c/700c/710c Multimedia Projector User’ s Guide Supplement...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connecting to a Positioning the Projector ......5 Identifying the Projector Ports ......7 Desktop Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer .
  • Page 4 Technical General ........33 Projection Lamp .

  • Page 5: Connecting To A Desktop Computer

    User’s Guide. Positioning the Projector Before you can set up the projector, you need to decide where to place it. Keep the following in mind: Connect the mouse cable to use the remote control as a wireless mouse. Except for some laptops, this disables your computer’s mouse.
  • Page 6 It is easier to position the projector when the screen is projector is placed close to the screen. You need to raise the directly in front of the room. front of the projector (by extending the legs) in order to If the screen is placed position the image high enough on the screen.

  • Page 7: Identifying The Projector Ports

    Identifying the Projector Ports The following illustrations identify all the interface ports on the back and side of the projector; you may want to refer to them as you connect your computer or other equipment to the projector. Audio Out...

  • Page 8: Connecting The Computer Cable

    4. Tighten the screws on all connectors. If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 14 for instructions. Connecting to a Desktop Computer back of your computer.

  • Page 9: Connecting The Audio Cable

    You don’t need to stand near your computer or near the projector. You’ll use different cables and different ports on the projector, depending on whether your computer has a round PS/2 mouse port or a flat USB mouse port.

  • Page 10: Connecting To A Desktop Macintosh

    If you connect the projector to your Macintosh, you cannot view your images on the computer monitor. Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Computer Cable

    1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the monitor port on the Macintosh, you may need to use a Macintosh adapter ® (available from Apple 2. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s Check the documentation for your Macintosh to determine what type of connections are available.
  • Page 12 4. Tighten the screws on all the connectors. If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 14 for instructions. Connecting to a Desktop Computer If you can’t connect the projector’s computer cable to your Macintosh, you may need to use a Macintosh adapter (available from Apple).

  • Page 13: Connecting The Audio Cable

    You don’t need to stand near your Macintosh or near the projector. You’ll use different cables and different ports on the projector, depending on what type of mouse your Macintosh has. the projector.

  • Page 14: Turning The Projector On And Off

    Mouse/Com projector. connecting USB mouse cable outlet. The power light on top of the projector turns orange. This indicates that the projector is receiving power, but is not yet turned on. port on the USB Mouse power light...
  • Page 15 6. Turn on or restart your computer. In a few moments, you the lens. button on top of the projector. Power The power light flashes green, and then stays on. You may see a blue screen with the message This is normal.

  • Page 16: Turning On Other Equipment

    When you are ready to turn off the projector, follow these steps: 1. Press the red 2. Press the caution To avoid damaging the lamp, never unplug the power cord when the power light is green. Turning On Other Equipment If you’re using a VCR, other external video source, or...

  • Page 17: Using The Projector

    Appendix B: Using the Projector Menus The on-screen menus let you customize and adjust projector features. The following 8 menus and features are available: Video Controls the look and quality of the projected image (from a computer or video source).

  • Page 18: Changing Menu Settings

    You use the control to change menu settings. To change a menu setting: 1. To access the menu system, open the cover on the lower menus Using the Projector Menus Menu Enter part of the remote control and press the Power...
  • Page 19 Reset Enter button on the remote to go back to the main menu display. Your changes are saved automatically. button to exit the menu system. Menu Using the Projector Menus button (or grasp it Enter , and then press Enter...

  • Page 20: Video Menu (Computer Image Source)

    When you finish making adjustments, press the Esc button. Matches the projector’s internal clock to various computer graphic signals. Adjust this setting to remove vertical lines from the image. Synchronizes with the tracking signal sent from the computer.
  • Page 21 Adjusts the sharpness of the screen image. Auto Setup Set to On to have the computer automatically optimize the image for projection. Gamma Adjusts the projected image for natural coloration. Reset Returns all menu items to their initial factory defaults. Using the Projector Menus...

  • Page 22: Video Menu (Video Image Source)

    Tint (NTSC only) Sharpness Gamma Mode Reset Using the Projector Menus Description Use the Enter button to move the screen position in the corresponding direction. When you finish making adjustments, press the Esc button. Lightens or darkens the overall image. Increase brightness to lighten an image, or decrease it to darken the image.

  • Page 23: Audio Menu

    Use the Audio menu to adjust the sound volume and quality of your audio. Menu item Description Volume Adjusts the volume level for the projector’s speaker and audio-out terminal. Increase the setting to raise the volume, or decrease it to lower the volume. Tone Adjusts the sound quality.

  • Page 24: Effect Menu

    Stamp Marker Freehand Cursor Speed Reset Using the Projector Menus Description Selects the stamp you want to use as the cursor graphic and lets you enlarge it. Selects a box color and shape. Selects the marker (horizontal or vertical lines) color and width (from 2 to 32 pixels).

  • Page 25: Setting Menu

    Setting Menu The Setting menu allows you to set or adjust various projector options. Menu item Description Keystone Adjusts a trapezoid (distorted) image to a 4:3 rectangle, correcting up to a ± 15 tilt. P-in-P Selects the image source (composite or S-Video) for the picture-in-picture subscreen.

  • Page 26: User's Logo Feature

    User’s Logo Feature The User’s Logo feature allows you to transfer any image on your computer to the projector, and then use it as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal. You can also set it as a startup screen or to be displayed when you press company logo, slogan, photograph, or another other image you want to use.
  • Page 27 . If you want to change the area Enter selected, select and repeat step 5. You see the following: 7. Use the button on the remote control to select a Enter zoom rate (display size), and then press Enter Using the Projector Menus...
  • Page 28 9. When you see the following message, press the Using the Projector Menus Enter Saving the logo may take a few moments. Do not use the projector or other sources (computer, video, speaker, etc.) while the logo is being saved. button to redisplay the main menu. Enter...

  • Page 29: Assigning The Image To The No-Signal Message And/Or A/V Mute Button

    Setting menu. Enter Enter to highlight No-Signal Msg Enter sets your image as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal. press the bottom edge of the Enter to highlight A/V Mute Enter sets your image as the screen displayed when you press the button.

  • Page 30: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu The Advanced menu lets you set additional projector options. Menu item Language Startup Screen Color Temp Rear Proj. Ceiling Reset Using the Projector Menus Description Selects the language to be used in the menus: Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, or Korean.

  • Page 31: About Menu (Computer Image Source)

    About Menu (Computer Image Source) When the image source is a computer, the About menu displays information about the projector’s horizontal and vertical frequency, lamp hours, and computer connection. Menu item Description Lamp Displays the number of hours the current lamp has been used.

  • Page 32: About Menu (Video Image Source)

    Menu item Lamp Video Signal Reset All Feature The Reset All feature lets you return all the projector settings to their default values. It does not change or delete any user logo you have stored. Select confirmation screen. Select...

  • Page 33: General

    Appendix C: Technical Specifications General Type of display Size of liquid crystal panels Lens Resolution Color reproduction Brightness Image size (diagonal) Projection distance Projection methods Internal speaker system Optical aspect ratio Zoom ratio Keystone correction angle Supported video interface standards Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Diagonal: 0.9 inch (22.9 mm)

  • Page 34: Projection Lamp

    Power consumption Lamp life Part number Remote Control Range Batteries Mouse Compatibility Supports PS/2, USB, Macintosh Remote IR Receiver Supports EPSON Remote IR Receiver, 10-foot cable (typical use for rear screen projection) Mechanical Height Width Depth Weight Electrical Rated frequency...

  • Page 35: Safety

    Safety United States Canada CE Marking Supported Monitor The following table lists the display formats supported by the Displays projector: Mode VGACGA VGAEGA NEC400 VGA60 VGA72 VGA75 VGA85 SVGA56 SVGA60 SVGA72 SVGA75 SVGA85 XGA43i XGA60 XGA70 XGA75 XGA85 SXGA1_70 SXGA1_75...
  • Page 36 Mode SXGA3_43i SXGA3_60 SXGA3_75 SXGA_85 UXGA48i UXGA60 (these are not supported by PowerLite 500c) MACLC13 MACII13 MAC16 MAC19-60 MAC19 MAC21 NTSC (SXGA) NTSC (XGA) PAL (SXGA) PAL (XGA) SECAM (SXGA) SECAM (XGA) Note: The frequencies of some computers may not allow the image to be displayed correctly.

  • Page 37: Computer Connector Pin Assignments

    Computer Connector The Computer port is a female video RGB, 15-pin Pin Assignments micro-D-style connector. Here are the pin assignments: Input pin Computer connector signals Red video Green video Blue video Red video GND Green video GND Blue video GND Reserve Synchronous GND Horizontal sync/composite sync...
  • Page 38 Macintosh, 10 to 14 to a desktop PC, 7 to 9 Contrast setting, 20, 22 DIP switches, 12 Display formats, supported, 35 to 36 Distance from projector to screen, 5 to 6 Drawing tools, 24 Index Effect menu, 24 Electrical specifications, 34...
  • Page 39 Macintosh, connecting projector to, 10 to 14 Mechanical specifications, 34 Menus About, 31 to 32 Advanced, 30 Audio, 23 changing settings, 18 to 19 Effect, 24 Reset All, 32 Setting, 25 User’s Logo, 26 Video, 20 to 22 Monitors, supported, 35 to 36...
  • Page 40 EPSON ® PowerLite ® 500c/700c/710c Multimedia Projector User’s Guide...
  • Page 41 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers.
  • Page 42 Getting Started Unpacking the Projector ......8 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ....9 Positioning the Projector .
  • Page 43 Using the On-Screen Help ......41 Shutting Down the Projector ......42 Fine-Tuning Using the Menus .
  • Page 44 Cleaning the Lens ....... . 60 Cleaning the Projector ......60 Cleaning the Air Filter .
  • Page 45 You operate your projector through a hand-held remote control, with buttons for zooming in on your image, adjusting volume, and accessing all the projector’s features. You can also use the remote control as a wireless mouse, and run your presentation as you move around the room.

  • Page 46: Welcome

    How long will you have for your presentation? How big is the room? See Chapter 1 for tips on the best way to set up the projector based on room size. Focus your content. Try to narrow down the subject matter so you can deliver exactly what your audience is expecting.

  • Page 47: Getting More Information

    EPSON PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. Call 1-800-637-7661 and enter the PIN on your card. Or take advantage of EPSON’s automated support services 24 hours a day. See pages 71 and 72 for more information.

  • Page 48: Warnings, Cautions, And Notes

    Registering Please take a minute to register online using the CD-ROM that came with your EPSON PowerLite projector. This enables you to receive special information on accessories, new products, and services. You can register through the Internet, by e-mail or 800-number modem connection, or by printing out the form to fax or mail.
  • Page 49 When you open an electronic manual, you’ll see this toolbar: show navigation first page pane previous page With Acrobat Reader, you have several ways to navigate through text: Use the navigation pane on the left side of the screen to move quickly to the topic of your choice.

  • Page 50: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter tells you how to unpack your projector, set it up for a presentation, connect it to a computer and/or video source, and turn it on. A lot of this information also appears on the Quick Setup sheet that came with the projector. You’ll find...

  • Page 51: Unpacking The Projector

    Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by hand, use a carrying case (either a case available from EPSON or something similar, such as a laptop case). Getting Started...

  • Page 52: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    2. Insert the two AA batteries 3. Replace the battery Positioning the Projector Before you can set up the projector, you need to decide where to place it. The location you choose depends on the size of the audience (and room) and your presentation style.
  • Page 53 It is easier to position the projector when the screen is projector is placed close to the screen. You need to raise the directly in front of the room. front of the projector (by extending the legs) in order to If the screen is placed position the image high enough on the screen.

  • Page 54: Choosing Your Connections

    If your presentation includes “computer audio” or sound effects, you’ll need to connect the audio cable. This lets you use the projector’s speaker instead of the speaker in your laptop. If you need more amplification, you can also connect external speakers or a public address system to the projector.

  • Page 55: Connecting To A Pc Laptop

    This section CD-ROM. includes instructions for the following: Connecting the Computer Cable Before you start, make sure your laptop and the projector are turned off. 1. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s Getting Started A standard RCA A/V cable is included with the projector.

  • Page 56: Connecting The Audio Cable

    3. Tighten the screws on all connectors. If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 22 for instructions. You may need to set the display to appear on both the laptop’s screen and the projector.

  • Page 57: Connecting The Cable For Remote Mouse Control

    You don’t need to stand near your computer or near the projector. You’ll use different cables and different ports on the projector, depending on whether your laptop has a round PS/2 mouse port or a flat USB mouse port.

  • Page 58: Connecting To A Powerbook

    Before you start, make sure your PowerBook and the projector PowerBook, you may need to are turned off. use a Macintosh adapter and a special video-out cable 1. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s (both available from ® Apple ). Check the...
  • Page 59 3. Tighten the screws on all connectors. Getting Started If you can’t connect the projector’s computer cable to your PowerBook, you may need to use a Macintosh adapter (available from Apple). Remove the small cover on the Macintosh adapter and set its DIP...

  • Page 60: Connecting The Audio Cable

    If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 22 for instructions. After you turn on the projector and computer, you’ll need to choose PowerBook if you want to display on the LCD screen as well as the projector screen.
  • Page 61 3. Connect the other end to the port on your PowerBook. Getting Started standard Mouse/Com mouse port USB Mouse USB mouse port Round mouse port Flat USB port port or the Mouse/Com USB Mouse projector. connecting USB mouse cable MAC mouse cable USB mouse cable port on the...

  • Page 62: Connecting To A Video Source

    You can connect a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, DVD player, digital camera, or any other video source to your projector. You can connect the video source and a computer at the same time, and easily switch between sources. The projector supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM video formats, and automatically detects the one you’re using.

  • Page 63: Connecting S-Video Cables

    If your video source supports S-video, and you have an S-video cable, follow these instructions. Before you start, make sure the projector and your VCR or other video source are turned off. 1. Insert one end of an S-video cable into the projector’s 2.

  • Page 64: Connecting To External Speakers Or A Pa System

    The projector’s internal speaker is loud enough for most small- or medium-size rooms. For large rooms or maximum volume, you can connect the projector to external speakers or a public address (PA) system. You will need an RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo audio cable, which may be included with your sound system, or may be purchased from an electronics store.

  • Page 65: Turning The Projector On And Off

    3. Use the tab on the lens ring to rotate the ring and pop out Getting Started Kensington lock port outlet. The power light on top of the projector turns orange. This indicates that the projector is receiving power, but is not yet turned on. the lens. power light...
  • Page 66 Check your laptop’s manual or online help for instructions. On a PowerBook, you’ll need to choose Display Control Panel of your PowerBook if you want to display on the LCD screen as well as the projector screen. Squeeze here power light displayed.

  • Page 67: Turning On Other Equipment

    When you are ready to turn off the projector, follow these steps: 1. Press the red 2. Press the caution 3. When you are finished using the projector, replace the lens To avoid damaging the lamp, never unplug the power cord when the power Turning On Other Equipment light is green.
  • Page 68 Zooming your image with the remote Resizing your image Turning off the picture Working with audio and video Drawing on the screen What to do when the projector lights flash Using the on-screen help Shutting down the projector Projecting a Presentation...

  • Page 69: Displaying Your Image

    Displaying Your Image Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and connected correctly, following these guidelines: For more information about locating and positioning the projector, see Chapter 1. Follow these steps to display your image: 1. If you’re using a VCR or other video source, turn it on 2.
  • Page 70 On a PowerBook, you’ll need to choose Display Control Panel of your PowerBook if you want to display on the LCD screen as well as the projector screen. may need to press the button on top of the Source projector.

  • Page 71: Adjustingyour Image

    Projecting a Presentation ) to zoom out. If the image is not large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the button on the remote control to zoom in on a E-Zoom portion of the image.

  • Page 72: Positioning Your Image

    Make sure your image is high enough for everyone in your audience to see. If the image is too low, you can extend the projector’s feet to raise the lens. 1. Stand behind the projector and hold it while you press the caution To avoid damaging the lens, do not hold the projector by the lens.

  • Page 73: Adjusting The Image Shape

    The remote control lets you access all of your projector’s features from anywhere in the room (up to 30 feet away). You can use it to turn the projector on and off, zoom the image, and display the projector’s setup menu, for example.

  • Page 74: Operating The Projector With The Remote Control

    If they don’t light up, you button need to change the batteries. See page 9 for instructions. 3. Point the remote at the projector or at the screen. 4. Press the button for the function you want to use. See pages cover For some functions, you need to use the navigate on the screen.

  • Page 75: Using The Remote Control As A Wireless Mouse

    You must first connect the mouse cable between the projector and your computer. See page 14 (PC laptop) or page 17 (PowerBook) for instructions.

  • Page 76: Zooming Your Image With The Remote

    768 pixels (PowerLite 700c/710c) or 600 pixels (PowerLite 500c). You can resize the image to Press the button on the lower part of the remote Resize control.

  • Page 77: Turning Off The Picture

    If your presentation includes video and/or audio, you can use the remote control to select your source, freeze the action, adjust the sound, or display picture in picture. Make sure you have set up your projector and connected your audio or video source as described in Chapter 1. Power...

  • Page 78: Stopping Action

    Stopping Action Stop action Power You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video Freeze or computer. A/V Mute R/C ON E-Zoom Enter Adjusting Sound Volume Menu Help Using the remote control, you can adjust the volume of your Comp video or computer sounds.

  • Page 79: Drawing On The Screen

    4. When you’re finished viewing the picture-in-picture, press Drawing on the Screen The projector’s drawing controls or “special effects” let you highlight areas on the screen using the numbered buttons on the remote control. You can use these features to annotate your...

  • Page 80: Using The Cursor/Stamp Arrow

    2. Press the side of the If you don’t like the yellow arrow, you can use the projector’s menu system to 3. To “paste” the arrow on the screen, press down in the change it to a different type of arrow, pointing hand, ball, or cross.

  • Page 81: Drawing Horizontal And Vertical Lines

    If you don’t like the green 6. To erase the box(es), press the color, you can use the projector’s menu system to 7. To cancel the box drawing feature, press change it. You can also change the box shape to have rounded corners.

  • Page 82: Drawing Freehand Lines

    The freehand drawing tool lets you click and drag to draw and color for both “marker” opaque marks anywhere on the screen. and freehand lines, using the projector’s menu system. 1. To activate the freehand tool, press the See page 53 for instructions on customizing the marker and freehand tools.

  • Page 83: What To Do When The Lights Flash

    The projector is cooling down. You can’t turn the projector on or unplug it when the light is flashing. Power is cut off because of an internal problem. Contact EPSON for help. The lamp is almost burned out. This is a good time to replace it.

  • Page 84: Using The On-Screen Help

    Help for the sound Provides help for problems with lack of audio Language Selection Lets you choose to display the help information and projector menus in any of 8 different languages, including Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Return Exits the help system.

  • Page 85: Shutting Down The Projector

    To exit the Help system, press the blue of the projector. Shutting Down the Projector When you’re finished using the projector, you should follow the recommended procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and ensures efficient operation. Turn your...
  • Page 86 5. If you’re using a VCR or other external audio or video 6. Disconnect all equipment. 7. Store the projector in the bag that came with it or in a If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the orange light stops flashing.
  • Page 87 Projecting a Presentation...
  • Page 88 Projector You can use the on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features of your projector. You can also create your own startup screen, customize the “drawing” controls, and view information about the current display settings and lamp status.

  • Page 89: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus The on-screen menus let you customize and adjust projector features. The following 8 menus and features are available: For complete information about all of the menu settings, see the User’s Guide Supplement on the CD-ROM that came with your projector.

  • Page 90: Changing Menu Settings

    Fine-Tuning Your Projector buttons on the remote button. You Menu button (or grasp it...

  • Page 91: Adjusting The Image

    Additional settings are available on the Video menu for tracking, sync, and auto setup. Normally you won’t need to change these settings unless you have a problem with your projector. See the User’s Guide Supplement for more information. Repositioning the Image Follow these steps to fine-tune the image position: 1.

  • Page 92: Adjusting Image Appearance

    You see the effect of your changes on the screen. button. You see the main menu listing, Menu with the Video menu highlighted. to select the Video menu. Enter Fine-Tuning Your Projector button (or tilt it down) button to increase the...

  • Page 93: Adjusting The Sound

    8. When the image is set the way you want, press Adjusting the Sound You can use the Audio menu to adjust the sound volume or tone (treble/bass balance). 1. Press the 2. Press the bottom edge of the Fine-Tuning Your Projector Enter repeatedly until is highlighted. Color to select...

  • Page 94: Customizing The Drawing Tools

    In addition to individual tool settings, you can also set the cursor speed for drawing. The Reset menu lets you return all the drawing tools to their default settings. button to increase the button to increase the Menu option on the Effects Fine-Tuning Your Projector...

  • Page 95: Customizing The Cursor/Stamp

    1. Press the 2. Press the bottom edge of the 3. Press 4. Press 5. Press the right or left edge of the Fine-Tuning Your Projector button. You see the main menu listing, Menu with the Video menu highlighted. Enter to highlight .

  • Page 96: Customizing The Box, Line And Marker Tools

    7. If you want to change the box shape or line width, press the bottom edge of the button (or tilt it down) to Enter highlight the Shape or Width setting. button (or tilt it down) Enter button (or move it Enter button to scroll Enter Fine-Tuning Your Projector...

  • Page 97: Customizing Projector Features

    8. Press the right or left edge of the 9. When you’re finished customizing the drawing tool, press Customizing Projector Features You can use the Setting menu to turn on the projector’s power management system, adjust the image shape, and customize several other features.
  • Page 98 S-video source for the picture-in-picture display. No-Signal Msg Selects the screen color and message to display when the projector is not receiving a signal. The logo setting displays an image that you have transferred to the projector. See page 56 for instructions on transferring an image to use as the no-signal message.

  • Page 99: Creating Your Own Startup Screen

    Creating Your Own Startup Screen You can transfer any image on your computer to the projector, and then use it as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal. You can also set it to be displayed when you press the screen.

  • Page 100: Assigning The Image To The No-Signal Message And/Or A/V Mute Button

    Setting menu. Enter Enter to highlight No-Signal Msg Enter sets your image as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal. press the bottom edge of the Enter to highlight A/V Mute Enter sets your image as the screen displayed when you press the button.

  • Page 101: Viewing Information

    1. Press the note If you access the About menu when the projector 2. Press the bottom edge of the display is set to video, you only see the lamp life and the video signal setting.

  • Page 102: Maintaining And

    You also need to clean the air filter on top of the projector Never open any cover on the projector, except the periodically.

  • Page 103: Cleaning The Lens

    Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Cleaning the Projector Before you clean the projector, make sure you turn it off and unplug the power cord. Maintaining and Transporting the Projector Lightly wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

  • Page 104: Cleaning The Air Filter

    2. Pull up on the filter cover tab to release the cover. You may 3. Remove the cover. 4. To clean the filter, EPSON recommends using a small 5. If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is torn, 6.

  • Page 105: Replacing The Lamp

    The projection lamp typically lasts for about 2000 hours of use. It is time to replace the lamp when you see the following: Contact your dealer or call EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 in the United States and Canada for a replacement lamp.
  • Page 106 6. Remove the two mounting screws on the lamp. Then pull out the lamp using the handle. 7. Gently insert the new lamp unit by lowering it into position. Make sure it is positioned correctly, then press it into place securely. Maintaining and Transporting the Projector...

  • Page 107: Transporting The Projector

    When transporting the projector for business use, first put the projector in a carrying case (such as an optional EPSON accessory case), then pack it in a firm box, using cushioning around the case. When you are hand-carrying the projector, be sure to store it in a carrying case (such as the optional case available from EPSON).

  • Page 108: Solving Problems

    Image or sound problems Where to get help Projector Operation Problems If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this doesn’t solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector.
  • Page 109 The projector is cooling down. You can’t turn the projector on or unplug it when the light is flashing. Power is cut off because of an internal problem. Contact EPSON for help. The lamp is almost burned out. This is a good time to replace it.

  • Page 110: Problems With The Remote Control

    61 and then let the projector cool before using it. If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter, the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or internal circuits. Contact EPSON for help. temperature warning light is flashing orange. Power Make sure the remote control is turned on.

  • Page 111: Image Or Sound Problems

    Solving Problems Make sure the mouse cable is securely connected to both your computer’s mouse port and one of the projector’s mouse ports. See page 14 (PC laptop) or page 17 (PowerBook) for details. Make sure you have used the correct cable. The PS/2 mouse cable and Macintosh mouse cable look the same, but they are not identical.
  • Page 112 The image has a distorted, crooked or keystone (trapezoid) shape. This may be caused by extending the legs and tilting the projector to position the image. Press the right + or left – side of the button on top of the projector. Press...
  • Page 113 The image vibrates, flickers, or has vertical lines. Adjust the Tracking and Sync settings on the Video menu (or through the projector’s Help system). It is best to project a gray screen (or the screen you see when you exit Windows) when you adjust these settings.

  • Page 114: Where To Get Help

    EPSON Internet FTP If you have Internet FTP capability, use your Web browser (or other Site software for FTP downloading) to log onto ftp.epson.com with the user name anonymous and your e-mail address as the password. Press the right side of the Volume control to turn up the sound.

  • Page 115: Telephone Support Services

    Access EPSON’s technical information library by calling (800) 922-8911. You must provide a return fax number to use this service. EPSON Referral For the location of your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center, call (800) 922-8911. Service Telephone Support Services...

  • Page 116: Important Safety Instructions

    Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged. Placez le projecteur près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être débranchée facilement.
  • Page 117 When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If liquid has been spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed to rain or water. If it does not operate...

  • Page 118: Remote Control Information

    Remote Control Information You can operate the projector by remote control via a line-of-sight infrared (IR) receiver at the front and rear of the projector. The projector may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions: There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR receiver on the projector.

  • Page 119: Declaration Of Conformity

    (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: Type of Product: LCD Projector Model: Notices EPSON AMERICA, INC. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 6-43 Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 (562) 290-5254 EPSON EMP-710/700/500...

  • Page 120: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 121 Comp button, 34 Computer connecting audio cable, 13, 17, 21 connecting mouse cable, 14, 17 to 18 connecting projector, 12 to 13, 15 to 17 Computer cable, connecting, 12 to 13, 15 to 17 Connecting projector to external speakers, 21...
  • Page 122 Focusing image, 28 Foot release levers, 29 Freehand line tool customizing, 53 using, 39 Freeze button, 35 FTP site, EPSON, 71 Gamma setting, 49 Help, 3, 71 to 72 Help button, 41 Help system, using, 41 to 42 Index Image...
  • Page 123 Lights, status and warning, 40, 65 to 67 Lines, drawing on screen, 38, 39 Locating projector, 9 to 10 Logo, saving on projector, 56 to 57 MAC mouse cable, 17 to 18 Macintosh adapter, 16 see also PowerBook video-out cable, 16...
  • Page 124 33 problems, 69 Resolution, 1, 69 Safety instructions, 73 to 74 Screen image, problems, 68 to 70 Screen, distance from projector, 10 Setting menu, 54 to 55, 57 Sharpness setting, 49 Shutting down projector, 24, 42 SizeWise technology, 1...

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