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  • Page 1 User’s Guide...

  • Page 2: Notations Used In This User's Guide

    Notations Used in This User’s Guide Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if sufficient care is not taken. CAUTION Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic. Indicates a page where useful information regarding a topic can be found. Click on the page number to display that page.

  • Page 3: Features Of The Projector

    Features of the Projector Brightness Control (EMP-74/54 only) Colour mode function The following six preset colour modes are provided so that you can easily The brightness of the lamp can be set to one of two settings. If projecting obtain the optimum images simply by selecting the image quality.
  • Page 4 Features of the Projector Compact and lightweight while producing beautiful, Password protect function assists administration crisp images and theft prevention The projector has a compact body with a footprint the size of an A4 page (24 If the password Protect function is employed, a password can be used to (D) ×...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notations Used in This User’s Guide ........1 Basic Operations Features of the Projector............2 Turning On the Projector............32 Connecting the Power Cable ............. 32 Before Using the Projector Turning On the Power and Projecting Images ......33 Turning Off the Projector............35 Part Names and Functions............
  • Page 6 Contents Troubleshooting Using the Help..............69 Problem Solving ..............71 Reading the Indicators .............. 71 When the Indicators Provide No Help ........74 Appendices Maintenance................ 83 Cleaning ..................83 Replacing Consumables............84 Saving a User's Logo ............90 Optional Accessories............93 Glossary ................
  • Page 7 Before Using the Projector This chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector before use. Part Names and Functions........7 • Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse Function) ..........19 • Front/Top ................7 • Connecting to an External Monitor ........21 •...

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Front/Top • • Zoom ring p.37 (Warning) indicator p.72 Adjusts the image size. The colour and ON status (illuminated/ flashing) indicates problems with the projector. • Focus ring p.37 Adjusts the image focus. • Power indicator p.71 •...

  • Page 9: Control Panel

    Part Names and Functions Control Panel • • [Power] button p.33, p.35 [Help] button p.69 Turns the projector power on and off. Each time this button is pressed, it displays and hides the online help menu that can assist you if you have a problem.

  • Page 10: Rear

    Part Names and Functions Rear • • [Computer1/Component Video1] port [S-Video] port p.23 • [Computer2/Component Video2] port Inputs S-Video signals to the projector from other video sources. p.17, p.23, p.24 Input analogue RGB video signals from a computer • and RGB video signals and component video [Video] port p.22...

  • Page 11: Base

    Part Names and Functions Base • • Suspension bracket fixing points (4 points) Air filter (air intake vent) p.14, p.102 p.83, p.89 Install the optional ceiling mount here when suspending the This prevents dust and other foreign projector from a ceiling. particles from getting inside the projector when air is drawn in.

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control • • Remote control light-emitting area p.12 [Power] button p.33, p.35 Outputs remote control signals. Turns the projector power on and off. • [Page down]/[Page up] buttons p.19 • [Color Mode] button p.44 When using the remote control as a wireless mouse, press Selects the colour mode.

  • Page 13: Before Using The Remote Control

    Before Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range • Do not allow sunlight or light from fluorescent lamps to shine When using the remote control for the first time, pull out the insulating directly onto the projector's remote control light-receiving areas, tape that is protruding from the battery holder.

  • Page 14: Remote Operating Range

    Before Using the Remote Control Operating angle (vertical) Remote Operating Range Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or Operating distance Operating distance angle between the remote control and the remote control light-receiving approx. 6 m (20 ft.) approx.

  • Page 15: Installation

    Installation Setting Up the Projector • Front/ceiling projection (Front/Ceiling projection) The projector supports the following four different projection methods, allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images. CAUTION Before setting up the projector, be sure to first read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms.

  • Page 16: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Installation Screen Size and Projection Distance The distance between the projector's lens and the screen determines the actual image size. Recommended distance 89–1050 cm (2.9–34.4 ft.) While referring to the following table, position the projector so that the Screen images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size. The values should be used as a guide for setting up the projector.

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Eligible Computers CAUTION The projector cannot be connected to some types of computer, or When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the projection of images may not be possible even if actual connection is following.

  • Page 18: Projecting Images From The Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Projecting Images from the Computer If the Monitor Port is a 13w3 Port Some workstation-type computers have a 13w3 monitor port. The shape and specifications of the computer's monitor port will determine In such cases, use a commercially-available 13w3 ⇔ D-Sub 15-pin cable what type of cable should be used.

  • Page 19: If The Monitor Port Is A 5Bnc Port

    Connecting to a Computer If the Monitor Port is a 5BNC Port Use the optional VGA- HD15/BNC PC Cable to make the connection. See "Appendices: Optional Accessories" p.93 To monitor port To [Computer1/Component VGA- HD15/BNC PC Cable Video1] (optional) or [Computer2/Component Video2] port (blue) •...

  • Page 20: Using The Remote Control To Operate The Mouse Pointer

    Connecting to a Computer Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse Function) • The USB cable can only be connected to computers with a standard You can use the remote control as a wireless mouse to control the mouse USB interface.
  • Page 21 Connecting to a Computer Once the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as follows. • If the mouse button settings have been reversed at the computer, the Moving the mouse pointer Left click operation of the remote control buttons will also be reversed. Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] button to Press the [Enter] button.

  • Page 22: Connecting To An External Monitor

    Connecting to a Computer Connecting to an External Monitor Analogue RGB images and RGB video images from a computer that are being input to the [Computer1/Component Video1] port can be viewed on an external computer monitor at the same time they are being projected by the projector, so that the images can be checked at times such as when giving presentations.

  • Page 23: Connecting To A Video Source

    Projecting Composite Video Images CAUTION For EMP-74/54, use the accessory A/V cable to make the connection. When connecting the projector to other video sources, take the For EMP-74L, use a commercially-available RCA video cable. following precautions. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the video source before connecting them.

  • Page 24: Projecting S-Video Images

    Connecting to a Video Source Projecting S-Video Images Projecting Component Video Images Use a commercially-available S-Video cable to make the connections. Use the optional component video cable to make the connection. See "Appendices: Optional Accessories" p.93 To S-Video output port To component video output port To [S-Video] port...

  • Page 25: Projecting Rgb Video Images

    Connecting to a Video Source Projecting RGB Video Images Use the accessory computer cable to make the connections. • If the source is connected to the [Computer1/Component Video1] port, after projection starts, change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Image" menu to either "Component Video1 (YCbCr )"...

  • Page 26: Playing Sound From The Video Equipment

    • If connecting to an RCA pin jack 2 (red/white) (such as the audio output × port of video equipment): For EMP-74/54, use the accessory A/V cable to To audio output port make the connection. For EMP-74L, use the accessory audio adapter and a To [Audio1] port commercially-available RCA audio cable.
  • Page 27 Playing Sound from the Video Equipment Use the following procedure to adjust the volume of the sound output. After making the adjustment, press the [Menu] button to exit the configuration menu. PROCEDURE Press the [Menu] button on the remote control, and then select "Volume"...

  • Page 28: Preventing Theft (Password Protect)

    Preventing theft (Password Protect) When the Password Protect function is activated, people who do not know the password cannot use the projector to project images when the power is turned on. Furthermore, the company logo and administrator's name that are •...

  • Page 29: Setting Password Protect

    Preventing theft (Password Protect) When "User’s Logo Protect" is enabled (ON) If an attempt is made to carry out any of the following user logo operations, a message is displayed and the setting can not be changed. To • If Password Protect has already been enabled, the "Password" change the setting, set "User’s Logo Protect"...
  • Page 30 Preventing theft (Password Protect) Enter the length of time to be set using up to three The message "Change the password?" will be digits. displayed, so select "Yes" and then press the [Enter] button. Press the numeric keypad buttons to enter a setting time within the range of 0 to 999 hours, and then press the [Enter] button.
  • Page 31 Preventing theft (Password Protect) Once the setting is complete, press the [Menu] button. • When the time period has elapsed and the password is entered, projection will start again, the "Time-elapsed" setting will be reset to "0" and the countdown will start again. •...

  • Page 32: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning the projector on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning On the Projector........32 Adjusting the Image Quality....... 41 • Connecting the Power Cable ..........32 • Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images ..41 •...

  • Page 33: Turning On The Projector

    Turning On the Projector Turn on the power to start projecting images. Connect the accessory power cable to the projector. Check that the power cable connector is facing the same way as CAUTION the power inlet on the projector, and then insert the power cable Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty connector securely into the projector.

  • Page 34: Turning On The Power And Projecting Images

    Turning On the Projector Turning On the Power and Projecting Images Press the [Power] button on either the projector's control panel or the remote control to turn on the power for the projector. A beep will sound to indicate that the projector is starting up. The Password Protect setting may cause the password entry screen to The Power indicator flashes green.
  • Page 35 Turning On the Projector If more than one external device is connected to the projector, use the remote control or projector control panel buttons to select the image source to be • If only one signal source has been connected, the signals from that projected while referring to the following table.

  • Page 36: Turning Off The Projector

    Turning Off the Projector Follow the procedure below to turn off the power of the projector. CAUTION If the message "The projector is overheating. Clean or replace the air PROCEDURE filter and lower the room temperature." appears on the screen, press Turn off the power for the signal sources that are the [Enter] button on either the projector's control panel to turn the connected to the projector.
  • Page 37 Turning Off the Projector If not using the projector for a long period, unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet. CAUTION Do not disconnect the power cable from the outlet while the Power indicator is still flashing orange, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation and reduce the lamp unit operating life.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Screen Image

    Adjusting the Screen Image Focusing the Screen Image These functions correct and adjust the projected images so that the optimum images can be obtained. PROCEDURE Turn the focus ring to adjust the image focus. Adjusting the Image Size (Zoom Function) The size of the projected image is basically determined by the distance Focus ring from the projector to the screen.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Image Angle And Automatic Keystone Correction Function

    Adjusting the Screen Image Adjusting the Image Angle and Automatic Keystone PROCEDURE Correction Function While pressing the two foot adjust buttons at either side, lift up the front of the projector so that the front adjustable The projector should be set up so that it is as perpendicular to the screen as feet can extend.
  • Page 40 Adjusting the Screen Image When the projector is tilted vertically, it will cause keystone distortion to * This value applies when the zoom ring is turned to the maximum "T" setting. If the zoom ring is turned to the "W" setting, the available angle appear in the image.

  • Page 41: Manually Correcting Keystone Distortion

    Adjusting the Screen Image Manually Correcting Keystone Distortion The projector is provided with an automatic keystone correction function • When keystone correction is carried out, the projected image will which detects the vertical angle of the projector and carries out keystone become smaller.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Image Quality

    Adjusting the Image Quality The quality of the screen images can be adjusted as follows. Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images Automatic Setup Automatic setup detects analogue RGB signals coming from a connected computer, and automatically adjusts these signals so that the optimum images can be obtained.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Tracking

    Adjusting the Image Quality Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to set the tracking value Adjusting the Tracking to a value that causes the vertical stripes to If vertical stripes appear in the projected disappear from the image. computer or RGB video images, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will need to The tracking value increases or decreases each time a button is...

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Sync

    Adjusting the Image Quality Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to set the sync value to Adjusting the Sync a value that causes the flickering, fuzziness or If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in interference to disappear from the image. computer or RGB video images, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will need to The sync value increases or decreases each time a button is...

  • Page 45: Selecting The Projection Quality (Colour Mode Selection)

    Adjusting the Image Quality Selecting the Projection Quality PROCEDURE (Colour Mode Selection) The colour mode changes as follows each time the [Color Mode] button is pressed. The following six preset colour modes are available for use depending on the characteristics of the images that are being projected. You can easily Dynamic Presentation Theatre...

  • Page 46: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection ....46 • A/V Mute................46 • Freeze ...................47 • Wide-screen Projection of Images from Video Equipment (Changing the Aspect Ratio) ..........48 •...

  • Page 47: Functions For Enhancing Projection

    • The default user's logo is the EPSON logo. To change the user's logo, you need to record your own logo.

  • Page 48: Freeze

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Freeze This function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing without pausing. The image source will still be playing back the images even while projection is paused, and so it will not be possible to resume projection from the point where it was paused.

  • Page 49: Wide-Screen Projection Of Images From Video Equipment (Changing The Aspect Ratio)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Wide-screen Projection of Images from Video PROCEDURE Equipment (Changing the Aspect Ratio) Press the [Menu] button on the remote control, and This function changes the aspect ratio of images from 4:3 to 16:9 when then select "Aspect Ratio" from the "Image" menu. component video images (YCbCr...

  • Page 50: E-Zoom

    Functions for Enhancing Projection E-Zoom When the [ ] button is pressed, the image is enlarged with the cross at its centre. When the [ ] button is This function lets you enlarge and reduce a part of projected images such as pressed, the enlarged image is then reduced.

  • Page 51: Using The Configuration Menu Functions

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions The configuration menus can be used to carry out a variety of settings and adjustments. The menus have a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is divided into sub-menus, which are further divided into other sub-menus. The remote control is used to operate the menus.

  • Page 52: List Of Functions

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions List of Functions "Image" Menu • The functions in the "Image" menu apart from "Input Signal", "Auto Setup" and "Video Signal" cannot be adjusted while no image signal is being input. •...
  • Page 53 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Color Corrects the vividness of the image colour. The settings can Presentation Mode be saved separately for each type of source (computer or video source). You can select from six different quality settings depending on the surroundings.
  • Page 54 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Reset Resets all adjustment values for the "Image" menu functions except for the "Input Signal" setting to their default settings. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control to reset the settings.
  • Page 55 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Component video (YCbCr YPbPr Sub-menu Function Default Position Moves the image display position vertically and horizontally. Depends on •Press the [Enter] button and make the adjustment using the connection display position adjustment sub-menu that appears. Brightness Adjusts the image brightness.
  • Page 56 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Color Corrects the vividness of the image colour. The settings can Dynamic Mode be saved separately for each type of source (computer or video source). You can select from six different quality settings depending on the surroundings.
  • Page 57 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Video (Adjustment is only possible when composite video/S-Video Auto Signal signals are being input.) Sets the video signal format. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control, and choose the setting from the video signal format selection sub-menu which appears.

  • Page 58: Audio" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Audio" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Volume Adjusts the volume. Median value (10) Audio Selects the input source (port) for audio signals at the rear of Depends on Input the projector. connection The default setting varies depending on the type of signal being input (for computer, RGB video and component video...

  • Page 59: Setting" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Setting" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Keystone Corrects vertical keystone distortion in images. Median value •When keystone correction is carried out, the projected image will become smaller. •If the images become uneven in appearance after keystone correction is carried out, decrease the sharpness setting.
  • Page 60 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Reset Resets all adjustment values for the "Setting" menu functions to their default settings. However, if "Background Color" has been set to "Logo", the setting cannot be returned to the default setting if the "User’s Logo Protect"...

  • Page 61: User's Logo" Menu

    Default Execute Records a user's logo. p.90 EPSON logo •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control and follow the procedure appearing on the screen. •A user's logo cannot be recorded if the "User’s Logo Protect" function of Password Protect has been set to "ON".

  • Page 62: Advanced" Menu

    This lets you set the lamp brightness to one of two settings. High Control Select "Low" if the images being projected are too bright (EMP-74/ such as when projecting images in a dark room or onto a 54 only) small screen.
  • Page 63 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Color Adjusts the absolute Abs. Color Temp. and intensity of Abs. Color Adjustment each RGB (red, green, blue) colour for each input source. Temp.: •Abs. Color Temp.: Lets you adjust bright colours within a Depends on connection range from reddish tinges to bluish...
  • Page 64 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default COM Port This can be set to either "RS-232C" or "USB", depending on RS-232C the port that is being used for communication with a computer. When this setting is changed, turn off the power momentarily, and when the cool-down period has finished,...

  • Page 65: Info" Menu

    Sub-menu Function Default Component video (YCbCr YPbPr Lamp Displays the cumulative lamp operating time. EMP-74/54 Hours displays the time for both "High Brightness" and "Low Brightness" individually. •When the lamp warning period is reached, the display characters appear in red.

  • Page 66: Reset All" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Reset All" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Execute Resets all items in all menus to their default settings. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control to reset the settings. •Select "Reset" in an individual sub-menu such as the "Image"...

  • Page 67: Using The Configuration Menus

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menus Confirm the selection. Press the [Enter] button to confirm the selection of a menu item. The configuration menus can be operated using the remote control only. The selected sub-menu will then be displayed. PROCEDURE Press the [Menu] button.
  • Page 68 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Select a sub-menu item. Change the setting. Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the sub-menu item to be •Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons to change the setting. set, and then press the [Enter] button.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help............. 69 Problem Solving..........71 • Reading the Indicators............71 •Power Indicator................71 • (Warning) Indicator ............72 • When the Indicators Provide No Help ......74 •Problems relating to images ............

  • Page 70: Using The Help

    Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help function uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a series of menus in a question and answer format. PROCEDURE Press the [Help] button. The help menu will be displayed.
  • Page 71 Using the Help Repeat the operations in steps 2 and 3 to proceed through the menu to more detailed items. The help menu is cleared when the [Help] button is pressed. If the Help function does not provide a solution to the problem, refer to "Problem Solving"...

  • Page 72: Problem Solving

    Problem Solving If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators" below. If the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be, refer to "When the Indicators Provide No Help". p.74 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following two indicators which alert you to the operating status of the projector.

  • Page 73: (Warning) Indicator

    Problem Solving : lit : flashing Status Cause Remedy or Status Warm-up in progress (Not abnormal) Green Please wait. Warm-up time is approximately 40 seconds. After warm-up is complete, indicator stops flashing. (Warning) Indicator : lit : flashing Status Cause Remedy or Status Internal temperature error The lamp will turn off automatically and projection will stop.
  • Page 74 Problem Solving : lit : flashing Status Cause Remedy or Status High-speed cooling in progress (This is not an abnormality, but if the temperature rises too high again, projection will stop Orange automatically.) •Check that the air filters and air exhaust vent are clear and that they are not up against a surface such as a wall.

  • Page 75: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    Problem Solving When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. Problems relating to images Problems when projection starts No images appear p.75 Power does not turn on p.80...

  • Page 76: Problems Relating To Images

    Problem Solving Problems relating to images No images appear Check Remedy Was the [Power] button pressed? Press the [Power] button to turn the power on. Are both indicators switched off? The power cable is not connected correctly or power is not being supplied normally. Connect the projector's power cable correctly.
  • Page 77 Problem Solving The message "Not Supported." is displayed. Check Remedy Are the image signal format settings correct? If signals from the [Computer1/Component Video1] port or the [Computer2/Component Video2] port are being projected, use the "Input Signal" menu command to set the signal format that matches the signal that is being projected from the connected equipment.
  • Page 78 Problem Solving Images are fuzzy or out of focus. Check Remedy Has the focus been adjusted correctly? Turn the focus ring on the projector to adjust the focus. p.37 Is the lens cover still attached? Remove the lens cover. p.32 Is the projector at the correct distance? The recommended projection distance range is 89–1050 cm (2.9–34.4 ft.).
  • Page 79 Problem Solving Image is truncated (large) or small Check Remedy Has the aspect ratio been set correctly? Set the "Aspect Ratio" menu command to "4:3". "Image" - "Aspect Ratio" p.56 Is the image still being enlarged by the Press the [Esc] button on the remote control to cancel the E-Zoom function. p.49 E-Zoom function? Has the "Position"...
  • Page 80 Problem Solving Image colours are not right Check Remedy Do the input signal settings match the signals If the "Input Signal" menu command is set to a setting other than "Computer1" or "Computer2" when a computer or RGB video source is connected to the [Computer1/Component Video1] port or from the connected device? [Computer2/Component Video2] port, the images will appear purplish.

  • Page 81: Problems When Projection Starts

    Problem Solving Images appear dark Check Remedy Have the image brightness and luminance Use the "Brightness" and "Brightness Control (EMP-74/54 only)" menu commands to adjust the brightness and luminance. been adjusted correctly? "Image" - "Brightness" p.51, p.54 "Advanced" - "Brightness Control"...

  • Page 82: Other Problems

    Problem Solving Other problems No sound can be heard or the sound is faint Check Remedy Is the audio source connected correctly? Check that the cable is connected to the correct [Audio] port. p.25 Has the volume been adjusted to the Adjust the volume so that sound can be heard.

  • Page 83: Appendices

    Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector. Maintenance ............83 List of ESC/VP21 Commands......97 • Cleaning ................83 • Command List ..............97 •Cleaning the Projector Case............83 • Communication Protocol ........... 97 •Cleaning the Lens ..............

  • Page 84: Maintenance

    Maintenance This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and Cleaning the Air Filters and Air Intake Vent replacing consumable parts. If the air filters become clogged with dust, or if the message "The projector is overheating. Clean or replace the air filter and lower the room Cleaning temperature."...

  • Page 85: Replacing Consumables

    Maintenance Replacing Consumables New battery This section describes how to replace the remote control battery, the lamp and the air filter. mark Inserting the Battery Old battery Use the following type of battery as a replacement. 1 CR2025 lithium battery CAUTION Insert the battery holder into the remote control.

  • Page 86: Lamp Replacement Period

    · When used continuously at low brightness : Approx. 2900 hours "Brightness Control" p.61 (EMP-74/54 only) • If you continue to use the lamp after this period, the possibility of the A message will be displayed. lamp breaking becomes greater. When the lamp replacement message appears, replace the lamp with a new one as soon as •...

  • Page 87: Replacing The Lamp

    Maintenance Wait until the lamp has cooled down, then remove the Replacing the Lamp lamp cover from the base of the projector. CAUTION It takes approximately one hour for the lamp to cool down by itself after the cool-down period has finished. •...
  • Page 88 Maintenance Take out the lamp. Install the lamp cover. Hold the lamp as shown in the illustration below and lift it up Insert the two cover tabs into the projector until the mark on and out of the projector. the lamp cover is aligned with the mark on the projector, If the lamp is broken replace it with a new lamp, or contact your then slide the lamp cover in until it clicks into place.

  • Page 89: Resetting The Lamp Operating Time

    Maintenance Select "Lamp-Hours Reset" from the "Info" menu and Resetting the Lamp Operating Time then press the [Enter] button. The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp operating time. When the cumulative operating time reaches a certain point, it causes the replacement warning message to be displayed.

  • Page 90: Replacing The Air Filter

    Maintenance Replace the air filter with a new one. Replacing the Air Filter The air filter can be replaced even if the projector is installed to a ceiling. Remove the old air filter, and install the new air filter. Place the new air filter so that it does not slip into the air intake vent.

  • Page 91: Saving A User's Logo

    Saving a User's Logo You can record the image that is currently being projected as a user's logo. • If the "User’s Logo Protect" function of "Password Protect" is set to When a user's logo is recorded, the previous user's logo will be "ON", a message is displayed and the user's logo can not be erased.
  • Page 92 Saving a User's Logo The image to be recorded and a selection marquee Select "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then box will be displayed. Move the marquee box to select press the [Enter] button. the part of the image to use. Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the part of the image to use as the user's logo, and then press the [Enter] button.
  • Page 93 Saving a User's Logo Select "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then press the [Enter] button. The image will then be saved. Once the image has been saved, the message "Completed" will be displayed. • Saving the user's logo may take a few moments (about 15 seconds). Do not use the projector or any other sources which are connected to the projector while the user's logo is being saved, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation.

  • Page 94: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories is current as of June 2004. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. Component video cable ELPKC19 Soft carry case ELPKS16 (3 m (9.8 ft.) - for mini D-Sub 15-pin/RCA male ×...

  • Page 95: Glossary

    A utility software program that allows the projector to be connected to a computer so that the computer can be used to control the projector. For details on acquiring the software and for instructions on using the software and compatible projector models, please visit the Web site http://www.epson.co.uk/support/download/projector.htm. HDTV An abbreviation for High-Definition Television.
  • Page 96 Glossary Refresh rate The light-emitting element of a display maintains the same luminosity and colour for an extremely short time. Because of this, the image must be scanned many times per second in order to refresh the light-emitting element. The number of refresh operations per second is called the "refresh rate", and is expressed in hertz (Hz).
  • Page 97 Glossary A type of video signal with a resolution of 1024 (horizontal) × 768 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers. YCbCr The carrier signal which is contained in the colour bar signal used in modern TV transmissions. The name comes from the Y (luminance) signal and the CbCr (chroma (colour)) signals.

  • Page 98: List Of Esc/Vp21 Commands

    List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List Communication Protocol When a power ON command is sent to the projector, the power for the Standard baud rate : 9600 bps • projector turns on. When the projector is in a command ready state, it Data length : 8 bits •...

  • Page 99: Cable Layouts

    List of ESC/VP21 Commands Cable Layouts USB connection Connector shape : USB (type B) • Serial connection <At projector> <At computer> Connector shape : D-Sub 9 pin (male) • Projector input connector : Control (RS-232C) • <At projector> <At computer> (type B) <At projector>...

  • Page 100: Usb Connection Setup

    PROCEDURE Download the EMP Link 21L utility software from the EPSON web site to the computer being used. For details on acquiring the software, please visit the Web site http://www.epson.co.uk/support/download/projector.htm. The USB driver (USB-Com Driver) will be downloaded together with the utility software, so install this USB driver into the computer that is to be used.

  • Page 101: List Of Supported Monitor Displays

    List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer/RGB Video Component Video/RGB Video Resolutions for Resolutions (dots) resize display Refresh rate Resolution EMP-74 EMP-54 Signal Refresh (dots) (Hz) (dots) Signal Aspect Aspect Aspect Aspect rate (Hz) EMP-74 EMP-54 ratio ratio ratio ratio PC98 640×400...

  • Page 102: Specifications

    Specifications Safety Product name Multimedia Projector EMP-74/74L/54 315 (W) × 87 (H) × 240 (D) mm Dimensions (12.4 (W) × 3.43 (H) × 9.45 (D) in.) (not including feet) UL1950 3 Edition Panel size 0.7 inches Canada Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix CSA C22.2 No.950-95 (cUL)

  • Page 103: Appearance

    Appearance 4-M4×8 Centre of projector Centre of lens 49.4* 78.5 57.7 *Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point Units: mm...

  • Page 104: Index

    Index "Info" Menu........64 General Terms Input resolution ......64 13w3 Port........17 Cleaning the Air Filter ....83 Eligible computers ....... 16 Input Signal .......52 5BNC Port ........18 Cleaning the Lens......83 EMP Link21L ......99 Inserting the Battery .....84 Cleaning the Projector Case ..83 ESC/VP21........
  • Page 105 Index Startup screen....... 61 Using the Configuration Menu Functions ........50 Stereo mini jack audio cable..25 Numeric buttons ......11 Refresh Rate .........64 Storage temperature ....101 Remote control ....11 Sub-menu........50 Remote control light-emitting Supported Monitor Displays..100 area ..........11 Video ........
  • Page 106 However, there is no guarantee that interference :EPSON AMERICA, INC. will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause Located at...
  • Page 107 Windows and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America. Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable Dolby is registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, Pixelworks and DNX are trademarks of Pixelworks, Inc.

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