Guide If presentation files are stored on a memory card, you can make your presentation without a computer. (CardPlayer function) The projector has a compact body with a footprint the size of a B5 page (19 (D) × × 7 (H) cm (7.5 (D) 10.9 (w)
Before Using the Projector This chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector before use. Part Names and Functions ...5 • Front/Top ... 5 • Control Panel... 6 • Rear ... 7 • Base ... 7 • Remote Control ... 8 Before Using the Remote Control ...9...
• when extending and retracting Remote control light- the front adjustable feet. receiving area ( p.9) • Receives signals from the remote control. EMP-735 User’s Guide p.62) p.6) • Security lock p.85, 91) p.32) Front adjustable foot p.31) Extend and retract to adjust...
When pressed whilst a help menu is being displayed, it accepts the menu item that is currently selected. p.61) EMP-735 User’s Guide • [Help] button ( Displays the online help menu to assist you if you have a problem.
Store the accessory remote control in here when not using it. • Suspension bracket fixing points (3 points) p.11, Install the optional ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from the ceiling. EMP-735 User’s Guide p.17, 23) p.9) • Speaker p.18)
Tip : • Do not allow sunlight or light from fluorescent lamps to shine directly onto the projector's remote control light-receiving areas, otherwise it may interfere with the reception of signals from the remote control. • If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it does not operate after it has been used for some time, it probably means that the battery is getting flat.
• Front projection • Front/ceiling projection * A special method of installation is required in order to suspend the projector from the ceiling. Please contact the place of purchase if you would like to use this installation method. The optional ceiling mount is required when installing the projector to the ceiling.
Tip : • The projector's lens allows a zoom ratio of up to about 1.16. The image size at the maximum zoom setting is about 1.16 times bigger than the image size at the minimum zoom setting.
When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the following. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result.
• After starting projection, set to "Computer" by selecting "Video" - "Input Signal" on the configuration menu. ( • If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [Comp/EasyMP] button on the remote control to select the Computer port as the input source.
Connecting to a Computer If the Monitor Port is a 5BNC Use the optional VGA-HD15/BNC PC cable to connect the Computer/ Component Video port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the computer. See "Appendices: Optional Accessories" (...
• After starting projection, set to "Computer" by selecting "Video" - "Input Signal" on the configuration menu. ( • If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [Comp/EasyMP] button on the remote control to select the Computer port as the input source.
Connecting to a Computer Playing Sound from the Computer The projector has a single built-in speaker with a maximum output of 1 W. To output the audio of a computer with an audio output port from the built-in speaker, connect the audio output port of the computer and the Audio-In port (stereo mini jack) at the rear of the projector with either of the following commercially-available audio cables.
• Some computer settings may have to be changed in order for the mouse function to be used. Consult the documentation for the computer for further details. Mouse used USB mouse USB cable (accessory) USB mouse USB cable (accessory) USB cable (accessory) EMP-735 User’s Guide cable to Applicable cable To USB port...
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• The wireless mouse function cannot be used whilst EasyMP, the configuration menu or help menu is being displayed, or whilst the E-Zoom function is being used. EMP-735 User’s Guide Left click Press the [Enter] button.
When connecting the projector to other video sources, take the following precautions. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the video source before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result.
• Change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Video" menu to "Component Video(YCbCr )" or "Component Video(YPbPr )" after starting projection. ( • If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [Comp/EasyMP] button on the remote control to set the input source to "Component Video(YCbCr) "...
RGB video is used when RGB signals that have copy protection added are input and projected. Use the accessory computer cable to connect the video source to the Computer/Component Video port on the rear of the projector. To RGB output port Tip : •...
Connecting to a Video Source Playing Sound from the Video Equipment The projector has a single built-in speaker with a maximum output of 1 W. To output the audio of a video equipment from the built-in speaker, connect the audio output port of the video equipment and the Audio-In port (stereo mini jack) at the rear of the projector with either of the following commercially- available audio cables.
Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning projection on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning On the Projector ...25 • Connecting the Power Cable... 25 • Connecting the Power Cable... 25 Turning Off the Projector ...28 Adjusting the Screen Image ...30...
Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before projecting images. Connecting the Power Cable Procedure Check that the power is turned off for the projector and all components connected to the projector. Connect the computer or other video source to the projector. p.14, 20) Remove the lens cover.
Tip : • The [Power] button on both the projector's control panel and the remote control cannot be operated whilst the Power indicator is flashing green. • Depending on the settings, the message "No-Signal." may appear. See "Setting" - "No- Signal Msg."...
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• If a laptop computer or a computer with an LCD screen has been connected to the projector, the images may not be projected straight away. After making the connections, check that the computer has been set up to output signals externally.
Turning Off the Projector Follow the procedure below to turn off the power of the projector. Procedure Turn off the power for the signal sources that are connected to the projector. Check that the power for all connected components has been turned off.
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Caution : Do not disconnect the power cable from the outlet whilst the Power indicator is still flashing orange, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation and reduce the lamp unit operating life. Retract the front adjustable feet if they are extended.
If this happens, clean or de-mist the lens. p.67, 84) • If the projector is positioned outside the normal projecting range of 1.0–11.7 m (3.2– 38.5 ft.), it may not be possible to obtain the correct focus. If you have trouble obtaining the correct focus, check the projection distance.
Adjusting the Screen Image Adjusting the Image Angle and Automatic Keystone Correction Function The projector should be set up so that it is as perpendicular to the screen as possible. Seen from the side Centre of lens If it is not possible to set up the projector perpendicular to the screen, it can be set up at a slight vertical angle.
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To retract the front adjustable feet, gently push down on the projector whilst pressing the two foot adjust buttons. Tip : If the projector is tilted horizontally, turn the bases of the front adjustable feet to adjust the angle. Front adjustable foot...
• If the value displayed in the gauge on the screen stops changing when keystone correction is being carried out, it indicates that the limit for keystone correction has been exceeded. Check that the projector has not been set up at an angle which exceeds the proper limit.
• Sometimes the signals may not be adjusted correctly depending on the type of signals being output by the computer. In such cases, use the configuration menu commands to adjust the tracking and sync settings manually. ( EMP-735 User’s Guide p.35, 36)
After making the adjustment, press the [Menu] button to exit the configuration menu. Tip : The image will flash when continuous tracking adjustment is carried out, but this is normal. EMP-735 User’s Guide Video Position Audio Tracking Setting Sync .
• It may also be possible to fix flickering and fuzziness by adjusting the brightness, contrast , sharpness and keystone correction settings. EMP-735 User’s Guide manually Video Position Audio...
Mode Images conform to the sRGB colour standard. If the connected sRGB source has an sRGB mode, set both the projector and the connected signal source to sRGB. Normal Brightness is emphasised. For presentation in bright rooms.
Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection...39 • A/V Mute ... 39 • Freeze ... 40 • Projects a Wide-screen Image During Image Projection of the Video Equipment ...
( p.50) Solid black Solid blue User's logo Default setting Tip : The EPSON logo has been registered as the user logo. To change the user logo, you need to register the user logo. ( p.92)
• Pressing the [Freeze] button also clears configuration menu displays and help messages. • The freeze function still works whilst the E-Zoom function is being used. However, in this case the freeze function can only be cancelled by pressing the [Freeze] button. EMP-735 User’s Guide Remote control A/V Mute Menu E-Zoom...
"4:3" or "16:9", and then press the [Enter] button. After making the adjustment, press the [Menu] button to exit the configuration menu. EMP-735 User’s Guide of images from 4:3 to 16:9 when and YPbPr ) or video images (S-Video When images in squeeze...
You can scroll around the image by pressing the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons. To cancel the E-Zoom, press the [ESC] button. Tip : The selected area can be enlarged to between 1– 4 times, in 25 steps of EMP-735 User’s Guide ] button on the Shows enlargement ratio Remote control E-Zoom...
Configuration Menus" ( p.58) for details on using the menus. Main menu Video Audio Setting User's Logo Advanced About Reset All ]: Select ]: Enter EMP-735 User’s Guide Sub-menu (Video) Position Adjust Tracking Sync . Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Mode Select [Normal...
, sharpness or keystone settings are adjusted. • You can obtain the best results if you adjust the tracking first and then adjust the sync. [Normal [Menu]: Exit Function EMP-735 User’s Guide Default Depends connection Depends connection Depends...
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* If set to sRGB, the colour temperature for the "Color Adjustment" command in the "Advanced" menu will be set to 6500K. Function bright rooms. tints, with no colour enhancement. tints. video games in bright rooms. p.57) EMP-735 User’s Guide Default Median value (0) Median value (0) Median value (0)
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Video Audio Setting User's Logo Advanced About Select [Theatre Reset All Select Execute [Menu]: Exit ]: Select ]: Enter Function EMP-735 User’s Guide Position Adjust Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Color Mode Select [Theatre Video Signal Select [Auto Aspect Ratio...
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(darkness and lightness of colours) are accentuated even for images that are very dark or very bright, to make them easier to view. video games in bright rooms. p.57) EMP-735 User’s Guide Default Theatre Depends connection Auto Depends...
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• Select "Reset All" to return all menu settings to their default settings. ( [Presentation] Execute [Menu]: Exit Function bright rooms. tints, with no colour enhancement. tints. video games in bright rooms. p.57) EMP-735 User’s Guide Default Median value (0) Median value (0) Median value (0) Normal applicable...
• Select "Reset All" to return all menu settings to their default settings. ( Tip : The "Audio" menu settings are saved individually for each input signal source. [Menu]: Exit Function p.57) EMP-735 User’s Guide Default Median value (10) Median value (0) applicable...
Auto Sets the function for automatically correcting keystone Keystone distortion when the angle of the projector has been adjusted to ON or OFF. This function is only enabled when the "Rear Proj. " and "Ceiling" commands in the "Advanced" menu are set to "OFF". If either "Rear Proj.
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Sets the energy saving operation when no signal is being input. • When set to "ON", projection stops automatically and then after the cool-down projector changes to sleep mode if no operations are carried out for 30 minutes whilst the "No-Signal." message is being displayed. (The Powerindicator lights orange.) •...
User's Logo Advanced About Reset All ]: Select ]: Execute Sub-menu Execute Records a user's logo. ( • Press the [Enter] button and follow the procedure appearing on the screen. Execute [Menu]: Exit Function p.92) EMP-735 User’s Guide Default EPSON logo...
Use when projecting images from behind a translucent screen. When set to "ON", the projected images are horizontally reversed. Ceiling Use when installing the projector to a ceiling. When set to "ON", the projected images are horizontally and vertically reversed. ON OFF Adjust...
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If the setting has been changed, turn off the projector's power once, and then turn it on again after the cool-down turned on again, the new setting will take effect.
Video (S-Video, Composite video) Video Execute Audio Setting User's Logo Advanced About Reset All [Menu]: Exit ]: Select ]: Enter Function EMP-735 User’s Guide Lamp Reset Lamp Timer Execute Video Source Video Video Signal Auto( [Menu]: Exit Default applicable applicable applicable...
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Displays the input resolution. (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-Video.) Refresh Displays the refresh rate. Rate (Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S-Video.) EMP-735 User’s Guide Function Default applicable applicable applicable...
• Select "Reset" in an individual menu to reset only the settings for the items in each sub-menu. • The "Input Signal", "Video Signal", "User's Logo", "Lamp" and "Language" settings will not return to their default settings. Execute [Menu]: Exit Function EMP-735 User’s Guide Default applicable...
Press the [ ] or [ ] button to move to an item to be selected. The items appearing in the "Video" menu and the "About" menu will vary depending on the type of input source being projected. EMP-735 User’s Guide Remote control Menu A/V Mute E-Zoom Enter...
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Repeat steps 2 to 5 to change the setting for other menu items. To return to a previous menu, press the [ESC] button. Close the menu. Press the [Menu] button. EMP-735 User’s Guide Startup Screen ON OFF Color Adjustment Color Temp.
Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help ...61 Using the Indicators ...62 • Power Indicator... 62 • (Warning) Indicator ... 63 When the Indicators Provide No Help ...65 Network Problems ...73...
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 on the projector's control panel.
Using the Indicators If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators. The projector is provided with the following two indicators. These indicators alert you to problems with projector operation. Power indicator The following tables show what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate.
[Power] button on either the projector's control panel or the remote control to turn it back on. If the projector continues to overheat even after the above points have been checked, or if the indicators show a problem...
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Tip : • If the projector is not operating properly even though the indicators are all showing normal, refer to "When the Indicators Provide No Help" on the following page. • If an indicator is showing a status which does not appear in the previous tables, contact your dealer or the nearest address provided at "International Warranty...
• Was the power turned off and then straight back on again? After the power is turned off (during cool-down ), the [Power] buttons on the projector's control panel and the remote control will not work. Wait until cool-down has finished. You can then use the [Power] buttons. ( •...
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• Are the cables connected correctly? p.14–22) • Does the input signal match the connected source? Use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel (or the [Comp/EasyMP] or [S-Video/Video] button on the remote control) to select the correct signal source.
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• Is the projector at the correct distance? The recommended distance from the projector to the screen is within 1.0–11.7 m (3.2–38.5 ft.). Set up the projector so that the projection distance is within this range. ( • Is the projector beam perpendicular to the screen? p.31)
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• Are the image signal format settings correct? If a computer, component video connected to the projector, use the "Input Signal" command in the "Video" menu to select the signal format which matches the signal connected source. (...
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To display the whole of the image on the computer screen, turn off the dual display setting. Refer to the video driver manual for the computer's monitor for further details. EMP-735 User’s Guide...
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• When connecting to a computer The colours may not exactly match the colours in the image on the computer screen or LCD screen, but this is normal and is not the sign of a problem. EMP-735 User’s Guide (YPbPr )" or p.45, 47) p.53)
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• Has the volume been adjusted to the minimum setting? p.49) • Is A/V Mute mode active? The projector may be in A/V Mute mode. Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control to cancel the A/V Mute. p.39) EMP-735 User’s Guide (YPbPr )"...
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The operating angle for the remote control is approximately ±30º horizontally and approximately ±15º vertically. p.10) • Is the remote control too far from the projector? The operating distance for the remote control is approximately 6 m (20 ft.). ( •...
When the projector has momentarily stopped working, it cannot send e-mail messages. If the projector cannot be reset even after it has been checked, contact your dealer or the nearest address provided in the "International Warranty Conditions" section of the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms booklet.
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Has the person making the presentation left the meeting room without closing the connection? If a projector keyword has been set and you do not know it, press the "ESC" button on the remote control and check the keyword in the Exit menu which is displayed. Then enter the projector keyword in the keyword entry screen which is displayed.
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Please set the projector to the same ESSID (Network name) as the computer. Please set the computer to the same ESSID (Network name) as the projector. If there are no settings for ESSID in the communication settings utility of your wireless LAN, "ESSID ad hoc"...
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Connection Mode" in the EasyMP Setup Guide Connection cannot be established in Access point mode or wired LAN connection mode f If in Access point mode, are the computer and projector set to the same ESSID (Network name)? For Windows Connection cannot be made unless the same ESSID (Network name) is selected.
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Are you trying to start Network Screen when PowerPoint is running? Please close the PowerPoint application before connecting with Network Screen. If you connect when PowerPoint is already running, you will not be able to project any slideshows. EMP-735 User’s Guide...
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The selected projector is in use. Continue to connect? You are attempting to connect to a projector already connected to another computer. Click "Yes" to connect to the projector. The connection between the projector and the other computer will be terminated.
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Click "No" to remain disconnected and close this message screen. f One of the projectors cannot be connected with the keyword entered. The wrong keyword was entered when trying to connect to a projector with a projector keyword. Check the projector Connection stand-by screen for the correct projector keyword.
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Image transfer slows if PC resolution is higher than XGA (1024 × 768 pxl.) Do you want to continue? The display of the computer being connected to the projector is set to resolution higher than XGA (1024 × 768).
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The PowerPoint file to be added to the scenario is damaged or corrupted and cannot be used. Use a different PowerPoint file. f Change name or directory A file or scenario folder of the same name already exists. Change the scenario name or the scenario folder name and try saving again. EMP-735 User’s Guide...
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Ensure that the "Access point mode" or "Wired LAN connection mode" setting is being used in the Network Screen Network advanced settings of the projector. Change to Access point mode or Wired LAN connection mode, if set to Easy connect mode.
Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance for the projector for a long time. Maintenance...84 • Cleaning ... 84 • Cleaning the Projector Case... 84 • Cleaning the Lens ... 84 • Cleaning the Air Filter ... 85 •...
If the projector is particularly dirty, moisten the cloth with water containing a small amount of neutral detergent, and then firmly wring the cloth dry before using it to wipe the projector case. Then wipe the case again with a soft, dry cloth.
Cleaning the Air Filter If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, it can cause overheating and damage the projector. Whilst keeping the projector horizontal, use a vacuum cleaner to clean away the dust from the air filter. Tip : •...
Insert the battery holder into the remote control. Push the battery holder in until it clicks. Tip : Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. EMP-735 User’s Guide Catch Old battery battery mark...
Some lamps may stop operating before 1400 hours of use, so you should always have a spare lamp ready. • Contact your dealer for a spare lamp. EMP-735 User’s Guide Flashes red at 0.5-second intervals...
Use the screwdriver that is supplied with the new lamp or a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two lamp fixing screws that are securing the lamp to the projector. EMP-735 User’s Guide period has finished for the lamp to be cool...
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Maintenance Take out the lamp. Hold the lamp by the two recesses on the side to lift it up and out from the projector. Install the new lamp. Hold the lamp so that it faces the correct way to fit into the projector, and then insert the lamp until it clicks into place and tighten the two fixing screws.
Maintenance Resetting the Lamp Operating Time 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. Therefore, the counter needs to be reset after the lamp has been replaced with a new one.
Install the new air filter. First insert the tabs, and then press down on the opposite side until it clicks into place. Tip : Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations. period to end, EMP-735 User’s Guide...
Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the part of the image to use as the user's logo, and then press the [Enter] button. Tip : The size that can be registered is 480 EMP-735 User’s Guide Video Audio Setting User's Logo Advanced...
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• 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 whilst the user's logo is being saved, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation.
Pipe 570 (570 mm (22.44 inches)/silver)* ELPFP05 Pipe 770 (770 mm (30.31 inches)/silver)* ELPFP06 Use when installing the projector to a high ceiling or a ceiling with veneer panels. Image presentation camera ELPDC02 Use when projecting books, OHP films and slides.
List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List When a power on command is sent to the projector, it goes into a warm-up state. When the power comes on, a colon ":" is returned. After executing a command, the projector returns a colon ":" and handles the next command.
After cool-down connected to the projector, and then re-insert it. Turn on the power for the projector. Once the projector's power has turned back on, communication via a USB Connection will then be possible. utility software from the EPSON is complete, remove the power cable plug...
* Connection is not possible if the equipment does not have a VGA output port. It may be possible to project signals which are not listed in the above table. However, not all functions may be supportable with such signals. EMP-735 User’s Guide Resolution (Hz) (dots) ×...
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ICES-003 Class B European Community The EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) EN55022, 1998 Class B EN55024, 1998 IEC61000-4-2, IEC61000-4-3, IEC61000-4-4, IEC61000-4-5, IEC61000-4-6, IEC61000-4-8, IEC61000-4-11, IEC61000-3-2, IEC61000-3-3 Australia/New Zealand AS/NZS 3548:1995, A1:1997, A2:1997 Class B CISPR Pub.22:1993, A1:1995, A2:1996, Class B EMP-735 User’s Guide...
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(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name Type of Product Model Personal Computers :EPSON AMERICA, INC. :3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806 :562-290-5254 :EPSON :Projector :EMP-735 / ELP-735 EMP-735 User’s Guide...
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EMP-735 User’s Guide 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.
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Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON...