Features and Design This Projector is designed with the most advanced technology for portability, durability, and ease of use. This projector utilizes built-in multimedia features, a palette of 10.7 million colors, and matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) technology. Simple Computer System Setting LAN Function This projector is loaded with the wired LAN The projector has the Multi-scan system to...
Safety Instructions Please read this manual completely before installing Safety precautions and operating the projector. The projector provides many convenient features Caution: ● The projector must be grounded. and functions. Proper operation may enable you to ● Do not expose the projector to raindrops fully utilize the features and keep it in good condition.
Safety Guide All the safety and operating instructions should be Do not install the projector near the ventilation duct of read before the product is operated. air-conditioning equipment. Read all of the instructions given here and retain them This projector should be operated only from the type for later use.
Safety Guide Air circulation Installing the projector properly Vents in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. Please set the projector on nearly-level. To ensure reliable operation of the product and Be sure to install the projector properly. to protect it from overheating, these openings Improper installation may reduce the lamp must not be blocked or covered.
Safety Guide Moving the projector Notes on Projector Handling When moving the projector, take care of the When lifting or moving the projector, do not lens and retract the adjustable feet to prevent hold the lens and the peripheral part to prevent damage to the lens and cabinet.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Model Number : EK-300 series Trade Name : EIKI Responsible party : EIKI International, Inc. Address : 30251 Esperanza Rancho Santa Margarita CA 92688-2132 Telephone No. : 800-242-3454 (949-457-0200) AC Power Cord Requirement The AC Power Cord supplied with this projector meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it.
BLANK D.ZOOM VOLUME TIMER D.ZOOM VOLUME TIMER Accessories VGA cable AC Power cord *For EK-309W Remote control with batteries HDMI cable (AAA or LR3) *For EK-308U INPUT VIDEO HDMI INPUT AUTO MENU VIDEO HDMI AUTO MENU INPUT VIDEO HDMI KEYSTONE...
Part names and functions Front ① Lamp cover ③ ② ① ② Lens shift ring ③ Top control panel and indicator ④ Filter ⑤ Projector lens ⑥ Remote control receiver (front) ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ AC cord connector Back ⑧ Speaker ⑨...
Part names and functions Terminals ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ ⑨ LAN ① AUDIO OUT - This is the LAN terminal to connect to the Connect external audio amplifier to this jack. network.
Part names and functions Top control and Indicators ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ① MENU ⑤ POWER indicator(Refer to Page 77) Open or close the screen menu. - It lights red when the projector is in stand- ②...
Part names and functions Remote control ⑧ button - Select item or adjust data in screen ② ① menu. - Select the image display area in digital zoom + mode. INPUT ④ ⑨ OK VIDEO HDMI ③ Enter the menu or select an item in ⑤...
Part names and functions Install remote control batteries ②Install new batteries. ① Open the battery ③ Put the cover cover. back. Two AAA batteries For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in the compartment.
● The brightness in a room has a great influence on picture quality. It is recommended to limit the ambient lighting in order to get the best image. ● All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. <EK-308U> 16:10 (Diagonal:Inch) 11.4m...
Installation Connecting to computer (Digital and analog RGB) Cables used for connection: ● VGA cable ● HDMI cable ● Serial cable* (*=Serial cables is not supplied with the projector) HDMI RS232 output output input/output output Serial HDMI cable cable cable cable HDMI RS232...
Installation Connecting to video equipment (Video, S-Video) Cables used for connection: ● S-video cable** ● Component conversion cable* ● Video cable* (*=Cables are not supplied with the projector) (**=Dedicated cable is required and can be ordered through the dealer) S-video Component Video output...
Installation Connecting to audio equipment Cables used for connection: ● Audio cable* (*=Cables are not supplied with the projector) External audio equipment Audio Audio Audio output output input (R) (L) Note: The left and right channels are combined when there is only the L(mono) is inserted.
Installation Connecting to USB device (USB-A, USB-B) Cables used for connection: ● USB-B cable* (*=Cables are not supplied with the projector) USB-A output USB-B cable USB-A device USB-A USB-B input input Unplug the power cords of both the projector and external equipment from the AC outlet before connecting the cables.
Installation Connecting the AC power cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100–240V AC and it automatically applies to different input voltages. It is designed to work with a single-phase power system having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system.
Basic operation Turn on the projector 1. Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, video,etc.) before turning on the projector. 2. Connect the projector’s AC power cord into the AC outlet. The POWER indicator turns red. 3. Press the POWER button on the top control or on the remote control.
Basic operation Turn off the projector 1. Press the POWER button on the top control or on the remote control, and "Power off?" appears on the screen. Power off ? 2. Then, press the POWER button again in 4 seconds. The POWER indicator starts to flash red, and the cooling fans keep running (You can select the fan noise and running speed).
Basic operation How to operate the screen menu Top control The projector can be adjusted or set via the button on-screen menu. Each main menu can be divided into several levels of submenus, and MENU subme nus are also divided into several levels button of submenus.
Basic operation Menu bar Main menu Sub menu Display ① Auto PC adj. Fine sync ② H Position V Position ③ H. Size Aspect Normal ④ Project way Front Menu position Center ⑤ Background display Blue System 1024 x 768, 60Hz ⑥...
Basic operation Adjust zoom and focus Rotate the ZOOM ring to zoom in or zoom out FOCUS ring ZOOM ring the image. Rotate the FOCUS ring to adjust the focus of the image. Lens shift adjustment Perform the lens shift adjustment with ① and ② . ①...
Basic operation INPUT Keystone VIDEO HDMI Remote control If a projected image has keystone distortion, AUTO MENU follow the steps below to manually correct the keystone distortion. button Press KEYSTONE button on the remote control. The Keystone screen will display, (it KEYSTONE KEYSTONE IMAGE...
Basic operation Volume Top control Direct operation Volume Press the VOLUME +/- buttons on the remote control or top control to adjust the volume. Mute Press the MUTE button on the remote control and select "On" to turn off the audio temporarily. VOLUME +/- button To restore the audio to its previous level, press INPUT...
Basic operation Remote control operation Using the remote control for some frequently Remote control used operations is advisable. Just pressing one of the buttons enables you to quickly without calling up the screen menu. INPUT VIDEO HDMI AUTO MENU FREEZE button Press FREEZE button on the remote control, video will be paused and the audio is muted.
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Basic operation BLANK button Press BLANK button on the remote control to Blank Image Blank black out the image. To restore to normal, press the BLANK button again or press any other button. The screen changes each time you press the button as follows: Black out →Normal →Black out →Normal ...
Basic operation Input select Remote control Direct Operation Press VGA, HDMI or Video on the remote control as input source. INPUT INPUT VIDEO Menu operation VIDEO HDMI HDMI 1 Press INPUT button on the top control to AUTO MENU display the input select menu. 2 Press ...
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Basic operation Input select Remote control Direct Operation Press VGA, HDMI or Video on the remote control as input source. INPUT INPUT VIDEO HDMI Menu operation 1 Press INPUT button on the top control to AUTO MENU display the input select menu. 2 Press ...
Display Auto PC adj. Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync, Horizontal, Vertical and H.Size to conform to the computer. Menu operation Auto PC adj. Menu Auto PC adj. Display 1. Press MENU button on the remote control or top control to display screen menu.
Display Aspect Aspect menu You can set a screen size to fit the image while Display maintaining the aspect ratio of the input signal. Auto PC adj. 1. Press to select "Aspect" and then Fine sync press the OK button. H Position 2.
Display Menu Position Menu position This function is used to change the position of screen menu. Display 1 Press MENU button on the remote control Auto PC adj. to display screen menu. Press button to Fine sync select "Display", then press the OK button. H Position V Position 2 Press...
Display System Computer system select The projector automatically tunes to various types of computers with its function of Multi-scan system and Auto PC Adjustment. If a computer is selected as a signal source, the projector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project proper images without any additional setting. System menu One of the following messages may appear: When the projector cannot recognize...
Color adjust Color adjust menu is used to set the image mode and adjust the image. INPUT 1 Press MENU button on the remote control or VIDEO HDMI top control to display screen menu. Press button to select "Color adjust", then AUTO MENU press the OK button.
Color adjust Color adjust (Computer,HDMI) 1 Press MENU button on the remote control or Color adjust (Computer) top control to display screen menu. Press button to select "Color adjust", then Color adjust press the OK button. Image mode Standard 2 Press...
Color adjust Color adjust (Video,S-video,Component) 1 Press MENU button on the remote control or Color adjust (Video, S-video, Component) top control to display screen menu. Press button to select "Color adjust", then Color adjust press the OK button. Image mode Standard 2 Press...
х: No Control ∆: Power On command Only √: All commands are active *х: Power On command is active with “Wake On LAN” software. • The “Wake On LAN” software and its manual can be downloaded from EIKI global website https://global.eiki.com/ File Name : Software_WakeOnLAN...
Setting High land High land Enable to control the fan through the Setting menu. Setting You can select the running speed of the fan On start according to the altitude of the location where Standby mode the projector is installed. High land Lamp control Cooling fast...
Setting Closed Caption Allows the subtitle to be displayed for the Closed Caption audio contents or other information. If the input Setting source contains closed caption, you can enable On start this function and change the channel. Press Standby mode ...
Setting Iris Iris This function is used to increase the contrast of Setting the image. On start On ..Enable Iris function, increase the Standby mode contrast of the image. High land Lamp control Off ..Disable Iris function. Cooling fast Normal Closed caption Key lock...
Setting HDMI setup When the external equipment is connected to "HDMI" terminal, if the image is not projected properly, please switch the settings of "Image" or "Sound" in "HDMI setup" menu. 1 Press the MENU button to display the screen Setting menu.
Expand The projector has Expand menu that allows you to set the other various expand functions described as follows. 1 Press MENU button on the remote control to display screen menu. Press button to select "Expand", then press the OK button. 2 Press ...
Expand Keystone Keystone menu This function is used to store or reset the keystone correction when the AC power cord is Expend unplugged. Keystone 1 Press MENU button on the remote control Keystone Store to display screen menu. Press button H/V Keystone Corner correction to select "Expand", then press the OK button.
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Expand Curved correction (For WXGA model only) Adjust when the linearity is not uniform or the vertical and horizontal lines are distorted. Press▲▼◄►to adjust the item. Items Operation Adjustment Press the◄ & ► Adjust the right & left of the button width Curved...
Confirmation dialog box appears, select "Yes" Lamp counter to start capturing. * " Capture " is not available for EK-308U. Note: The captured user log image is deleted when factory default is executed. Logo PIN code Lock This function prevents an unauthorized person from changing the screen logo.
Expand Security Security This function allows you to use the PIN code lock and PIN code change functions to set the Expend security for the projector operation. Language Auto setup Keystone PIN code lock Logo This function prevents the projector from Security being operated by unauthorized persons Power management...
Expand Power management Power management For reducing power consumption as well as Expend maintaining the lamp life, the Power management Language function turns off the projection lamp when the Auto setup projector is not operated for a certain period. Select Keystone one of the following options: Logo...
Expand Filter check Check the temperature inside the projector and make reactions. On: enable the filter check function *when the projector checked any filter issue the warning message would pop-up automatically Off: disable the filter check function Note: ● When the lamp counter is less than 50 hours, and the projector has checked filter warning condition, there won't pop-up the warning message but the filter check function would change the seeting from On to Off automatically.
Expand (1) Press MENU button on the remote control to display screen menu. Press button to select Expand, then press the OK button. Network setting DHCP (2) Press button to select Network, and IP address Subnet then press the OK button to enter the network Gateway menu.
Memory viewer The Memory Viewer function makes it possible to project the pictures which are stored in the USB memory when the USB memory is inserted into the projector 1 Press MEMORY VIEWER button on the remote control. 2 Press MENU button on the remote control to display screen menu. Press button to select "Memory Viewer", then press the OK button.
Information The information menu is used to the detect signal of projected image and running state. Menu operation Press MENU button on the remote control or info. menu top control to display the screen menu. Press to select Info., the information menu will Info.
Network Control Instructions LAN control Function : PC controls projector via LAN. Preparation: 1. Equipments: PC, projector, cables 2. Connection procedures: Connect the projector to routers or switches of the LAN by direct or cross cable. If it fails to connect PC and projector by parallel cable, please switch to cross cable as suggested.
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Network Control Instructions 4. Activate the Web browser in the personal computer. 5. Enter the IP address set by the projector into the URL input field of the Web browser. 6. Select "Login" to login the Network Display System page. (Both the initial name and passwords are "admin".) ...
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Network Control Instructions "System Status" page Display the status of the projector for the following items. ① ② ③ ① Model Name ③ LAN Status Displays the model No. of the projector. Displays the connection status of the LAN. ② Versions Displays the version of the firmware of the projector.
Network Control Instructions "Picture Setup" page ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ① Brightness ④ Color Adjusts the brightness of the projected image. Adjusts the color saturation of the projected image. ② Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the projected image. ⑤...
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Network Control Instructions "Image Setup" page ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ ① Aspect ⑦ Auto PC adj. Switches the aspect of the projected image. Executes the Auto PC adj. function. ② Fine sync ⑧ V Keystone Adjusts the fine sync of the projected image.
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Network Control Instructions "Network Setup" page ① ② ① LAN Setup Gateway Select [Obtain an IP address automatically] Enter the default gateway address when if you want to enable the DHCP client. not using a DHCP server. IP Address Enter the IP address when not using a DHCP Enter the DNS server when not using a server.
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Network Control Instructions Search for projector display ① Click to enter Search, select the projector and connect it. Please setting the same IP address of the projector in pwPresenter software, (such as: 192.168.1.100). Both the initial name and passwords are "admin". Note: "Network".
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Network Control Instructions Global Setting: setting remote control, capture ⑤ Network Display Management by audio or screen etc. Setting device and password management. Multicast Setting: setting Sound volume, Bandwidth and Capture rate etc. ⑥ Disconnect the projector.
Using useful functions Memory Viewer function The Memory Viewer function is used to project the pictures which are stored in the USB memory when the USB memory is inserted into USB A(VIEWER) terminal of the projector. Memory Viewer function supports the following image files. Extension Format Description...
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Using useful functions Play the PDF (This function is not available for EK-308U) Playing the PDF file. press ▲▼◄► to select a PDF file and press the OK button, playing the PDF on the full screen. Displays the previous or next page.
Using useful functions USB Display function The USB Display function is used to project the image from the computer which is connected to USB- B(DISPLAY) terminal of the projector by a USB converting cable. ■ When using Windows Windows operation environment Windows Vista 32 bit, Windows 7 32/64 bit, Windows 8 32/64 bit Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or faster, the compatible processor Amount of memory...
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Using useful functions ■ When using Mac OS Mac OS operating environment Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, 10.7 Power PC G4 1GHz or faster Amount of memory 512 MB or more Hard-disk free space 20 MB or more Display Resolution 640 x 480 or more, 1 600 x 1 200 or less ●...
Maintenance and cleaning WARNING indicator The WARNING indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of the WARNING indicator to take proper maintenance. The projector is shut down and the WARNING indicator is flashing red. WARNING indicator When the temperature inside the projector exceeds the normal temperature, the projector...
Maintenance and cleaning Cleaning the filter The air filter prevents dust from accumulating on the surface of the optical elements inside the projector. Should the air filter become clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in a buildup of internal heat and adversely affects the life of the projector.
Maintenance and cleaning Clean the projector lens Unplug the AC power cord before cleaning. Gently wipe the projection lens with a cleaning cloth that contains non-abrasive camera lens cleaner, or use a lens cleaning paper or commercially available air blower to clean the lens.
Maintenance and cleaning Replace the lamp When the projection lamp of the projector Lamp replacement icon reaches its end of life, the Lamp replacement icon appears on the screen. Replace the lamp Lamp replacement with a new one of the same type promptly. The timing when the lamp replacement icon appears is depending on the lamp mode.
Maintenance and cleaning Order Replacement lamp Replacement lamp can be ordered through the dealer. When ordering a projection lamp, give the following information to the dealer. Replacement Lamp Model No.: 22040013 LAMP HANDLING PRECAUTIONS This projector uses a high-pressure lamp which must be handled carefully and properly. Improper handling may result in accidents, injury, or create a fire hazard.
Appendix Troubleshooting Before calling the dealer or service center for assistance, check the items below once again. - Make sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment. - Make sure all equipment is connected to the AC outlet and the power is turned on. - If the projector does not project an image when it is connected to a PC, restart the PC.
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Appendix No Sound - Check the audio cable connection from audio input source. - Adjust the audio source. - Press the VOLUME + button. - Press the Mute button. - When the AUDIO OUT is plugged in, the projector’s built-in speaker is not available.
Appendix Menu Tree Default Main menu Sub menu Setting Note value Auto PC adj. Fine sync 0 to 31 H Position -5 to +5 V Position -5 to +5 In different signal, H.Size H.Size -15 to +15 range will different Normal Wide Normal...
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Appendix Default Main menu Sub menu Setting Note value Contrast 0-63 Brightness 0-63 Color temp. High/Mid/Low 0-63 Computer input Green 0-63 Blue 0-63 Sharpness 0-15 Color adjust Contrast 0-63 Brightness 0-63 Color 0-63 Component Input Tint 0-63 S-video Input 0-63 Video Input Green 0-63...
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Auto Manual Store Keystone Store/Reset H/V Keystone Corner correction Keystone "Curved correction" *Curved correction is not available for EK-308U Reset value "User" is not Logo select Default/User/Off Default available for EK- 308U "Capture" is not Logo Capture available for EK-...
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Appendix Main menu Sub menu Setting Default value Note Set Slide Slide down Slide transition effect Slide right Slide right Extend order Size order Sort Order Name order Memory Viewer Timer order Name order No Rotate 270 Degrees Rotate No Rotate 180 Degrees 90 Degrees Best Fit...
Appendix Indicator and projector state Check the indicator to know about the state of projector. Indicator State of projector POWER WARNING (Green/Red/ (Red) Yellow) The projector is in Off status (without AC power supply). The projector is in standby status. Press Standby button to turn it on. The projector is in normal status.
Appendix Compatible computer specifications The projector is designed to accept every analog computer signal below Dot Clock 160MHz and digital computer signal below Dot Clock 150MHz. See table below for details on resolution and relevant frequency. Input Source Specification Display Video/ H-freq V-freq...
Accessories AC Power Cord, Remote Control & battery, VGA Cable (for EK-309W), HDMI Cable ( for EK-308U), Quick Start Guide, Safety Guide ● The aforesaid specification is subject to change without prior notice. ● Liquid crystal panel is made on the basis of high standard, where 99.99% of the pixels are effective.
Appendix Configurations of terminals VGA IN 1 terminal pin assignments and signal names YPbPr S-Video ----- DDC data HD/SYNC DDC clock terminal pin assignments and signal names VGA IN 2/VGA OUT ----- ----- DDC data HD/SYNC DDC clock RS232 terminal (D-SUB-9 pin) LAN terminal ----- TX +...
Appendix Content of hazardous substances and elements Hazardous substances and elements Name of parts Cr6+ PBDE Optical parts ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Electric parts ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Cabinet, mechanical parts ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ...
Appendix PIN code memorandum Write down the PIN code in the blank below and keep it, If you forgot or lost the number and unable to operate the projector, contact the service center. Factory default PIN code 111* PIN code lock Factory default PIN code 111* Logo PIN code Lock No.
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