Optoma EP716R Manual
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Table of Contents ......................................................................................... 

Usage Notice ................................................................................................ 2
Precautions...........................................................................................................2
Introduction................................................................................................... 4
Product Features ..................................................................................................4
Package Overview................................................................................................5
Product Overview .................................................................................................6
Main Unit ........................................................................................................................6
Control Panel .................................................................................................................7
Connection Ports ...........................................................................................................8
Wireless Remote Control ...............................................................................................9
Installation .................................................................................................. 0
Connecting the Projector ....................................................................................10
Powering On/Off the Projector............................................................................11
Powering On the Projector ........................................................................................... 11
Powering Off the projector ...........................................................................................12
Warning Indicator .........................................................................................................12
Adjusting the Projected Image............................................................................13
Adjusting the Projector Image Height ..........................................................................13
Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus ..........................................................................14
Adjusting Projected Image Size ...................................................................................14
User Controls ............................................................................................. 5
On-Screen Display Menus..................................................................................18
How to operate ............................................................................................................18
Menu Tree ....................................................................................................................19
Language .....................................................................................................................20
Image-I ........................................................................................................................21
Image-II (Computer Mode) ...........................................................................................23
Image-II (Video Mode) .................................................................................................25
Audio ............................................................................................................................27
Management ................................................................................................................28
Lamp Setting ...............................................................................................................31
Appendices................................................................................................. 32
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................32
Replacing the lamp .............................................................................................36
Compatibility Modes ...........................................................................................37
Ceiling Mount Installation ...................................................................................38
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents .................. Usage Notice ....................2 Precautions......................2 Introduction....................4 Product Features ....................4 Package Overview....................5 Product Overview ....................6 Main Unit ........................6 Control Panel .........................7 Connection Ports ......................8 Wireless Remote Control ....................9 Installation ....................0 Connecting the Projector ..................10 Powering On/Off the Projector................11 Powering On the Projector ...................
  • Page 2: Usage Notice

    Usage Notice Precautions Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recom- mended in this user’s guide to maximize the life of your unit. Warning- Do not look into the projector’s lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt your eyes. Warning- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock. Warning- When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing instructions. Warning- This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows warning messages. Warning- Reset the “Lamp Reset” function from the On Screen Display “Lamp Setting” menu after replacing the lamp module (refer to page 31).
  • Page 3 Usage Notice Turn off the product before cleaning.  Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the  display housing. Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not  being used for a long period of time. Don’t: Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for  ventilation. Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.  Use under the following conditions:  - In extremely hot, cold or humid environments. - In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt. - Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field. - Place in direct sunlight..English...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Product Features This product is an SVGA single chip 0.55” DLP projector. Outstanding features include: True SVGA, 800 x 600 addressable pixels  Single chip Dark Chip2 DLP technology  NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM and  HDTV compatible (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i) Multi-Auto functions: Auto detection, Auto image and  Auto saving the adjustments Full function remote control  User friendly multilingual on screen display menu  Advanced digital keystone correction and high  quality full screen image re-scaling User friendly control panel  Built-in one speaker with 2 Watt amplifier  SXGA, XGA compression and VGA re-sizing ...
  • Page 5: Package Overview

    Introduction Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immedi- ately if anything is missing. Projector with lens cap Power Cord 1.8m VGA Cable 1.8m Composite Video Cable SCART RGB/S-Video Carrying Case 1.8m Adaptor (available in European version only)  Due to the differ- ence in applica- tions for each country, some...
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Introduction Product Overview Main Unit 1. Control Panel 2. Zoom Lever 3. Focus Ring 4. Power Socket 5. Elevator Foot 6. Elevator Button 7. Zoom Lens 8. IR Receivers 9. Connection Ports 10. Tilt Adjusting Feet English ...
  • Page 7: Control Panel

    Introduction Control Panel 1. Power Indicator LED 2. Temp Indicator LED 3. Lamp Indicator LED 4. Keystone Correction 5. Power/Standby 6. Re-Sync 7. Source 8. Four Directional Select Keys 9. Menu (On/Off) 10. Enter ... English...
  • Page 8: Connection Ports

    Introduction Connection Ports 1. IR Receiver 2. RS232 Connector 3. Monitor Loop-through Output Connector 4. Composite Video Input Connector 5. S-Video Input Connector 6. Audio Input Connector 7. PC Analog signal/SCART RGB/HDTV/Component Video Input Connector (VGA 1) 8. PC Analog signal/HDTV/Component Video Input Connector (VGA 2 ) 9. Kensington Lock Port English ...
  • Page 9: Wireless Remote Control

    Introduction Wireless Remote Control 1. Power 2. IR LED 3. Hide 4. Freeze 5. Display Format 6. Display Mode 7. Menu 8. Keystone Correction 9. Re-Sync 10. Volume + 11. Volume - 12. Reset 13. Enter 14. Four Directional Select Keys 15. VGA 1 Source 16. VGA 2 Source 17. Composite Video Source 18. S-Video Source ...
  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation Connecting the Projector RS232 DVD Player, Set- top Box, HDTV receiver  Due to the differ- ence in applica- tions for each Video Output country, some S-Video Output regions may have different accessories. 1.......................Power Cord 2........................ VGA Cable 3........SCART RGB/S-Video Adaptor (For European Only) 4..................Composite Video Cable 5..............S-Video Cable (Optional Accessory) 6........D-15 to RCA Adapter for YPbPr (Optional Accessory)  To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please set the display mode of your graphic card less than or equal to 1280 x 1024 resolution. Make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. Refer to the “Compatibility Modes” section on page 37. English ...
  • Page 11: Powering On/Off The Projector

    Installation Powering On/Off the Projector Powering On the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap.  2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely Quick Menu connected. The Power LED will flash green. 3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “Power/Standby” button on the control panel. And the Power LED will turn green. The first time you use the projector, you can select your preferred language from quick menu after the startup screen display. 4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player,etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically. If you connect multiple sources at the same time, use the  “Source” button on the control panel or remote control to switch. Power/Standby Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources. Lens Cap ... English...
  • Page 12: Powering Off The Projector

    Installation Powering Off the Projector 1. Press the “Power/Standby” button to turn off the projector lamp, you will see a message displayed on the pro- jector’s screen. Press the “Power/Standby” button again to confirm, otherwise the message will disappear after 5 seconds. Please note that if the key is pressed instead, the projec- tor will enter the “Picture Mute” mode and no image will be displayed. To exit the “Picture Mute” mode, press the “Power/Standby” button again. 2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 30 seconds for cooling cycle and the Power LED will turn green. When the Power LED begins flashing, the projector has entered standby mode. If you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait until the projector has completed the cooling cycle and has entered standby mode. Once in standby mode, simply press “Power/Standby” button to restart the projector. 3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector. 4. Do not turn on the projector immediately following a power off procedure. Warning Indicator  When the “LAMP” indicator lights solid red, the projector will automatically shut itself down. Please contact your local reseller or service center. See page 34~35.  When the “TEMP” indicator lights solid red for about 60 seconds, it indicates the projector has been overheated. The projector will automatically shut itself down.
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Installation Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector Image Height The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting the image height. To raise the image:  1. Press the elevator button  2. Raise the image to the desired height angle , then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position.  3. Use to fine-tune the display angle. To lower the image: 1. Press the elevator button. 2. Lower the image, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position.
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Projector Zoom / Focus

    Installation Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus You may turn the zoom lever to zoom in or out. To focus the im- age, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector will focus at distances from 4.9 to 39.4 feet (1.5 to 12.0 meters) with mechanical travel. Zoom Lever Focus Ring Adjusting Projection Image Size 304." (4.5cm) Diagonal 203.3" (5.3cm) ." (45.cm) 2." 2.3" (322.cm) (04.4cm) 4."...
  • Page 15: User Controls

    User Controls Control Panel & Remote Control There are two ways for you to control the functions: Remote Control and Control Panel. Control Panel Remote Control Using the Control Panel Power/Standby Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages  11-12. Source Press “Source” to choose RGB, Component-p, Component-i,  S-Video, Composite Video and HDTV sources. Menu Press “Menu” to launch the on screen display (OSD) menu.  To exit OSD, press “Menu” again. Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the projector (±15  degrees).
  • Page 16 User Controls Using the Remote Control Power Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages  11-12. Re-Sync Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.  Volume + / - (Vol+/Vol-) Increases/decreases speaker volume.  Reset Changes the adjustments and settings to the factory default  value. Hide Press “Hide” to hide image, press again to restore display of the  image. Keystone / Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the projector (±15  degrees). Freeze Press “Freeze” to pause the screen image.  Display Format Display the “Aspect ratio” section of the on screen display  menu to select the desired aspect. Display Mode Select the display mode from PC, Movie, Game, sRGB and User.  Four Directional Select Keys Use to select items or make adjustments to  your selection.
  • Page 17 User Controls Composite Press “composite” to choose Composite video source.  ... English...
  • Page 18: On-Screen Display Menus

    User Controls On Screen Display Menus The Projector has multilingual On Screen Display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect the source. How to operate To open the OSD menu, press “Menu ” on the Remote Control or Control Panel. When OSD is displayed, use keys to select any item in the main menu. While making a selection on a particular page, press or “Enter” key to enter sub menu.
  • Page 19: Menu Tree

    User Controls Menu Tree ... English...
  • Page 20: Language

    User Controls Language Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu . Use the or key to select your preferred language. Press “Enter” to finalize the selection. English ...
  • Page 21: Image-I

    User Controls Image-I Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. PC: For computer or notebook.  Movie: For home theater.  Game : For game.  sRGB: For standard color.  User: Memorize user’s settings.  Brightness Adjust the brightness of the image. Press the to darken image.  Press the to lighten the image.  Contrast The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image. Press the to decrease the contrast.  Press the to increase the contrast.  Keystone (Keystone Correction) Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projector. (±15 degrees) Color Press “Enter” to adjust the red, green and blue colors. White Peaking Use the white peaking control to set the white peaking level of DMD chip. 0 stands for minimal peaking, and 10 stands for ...
  • Page 22 User Controls maximum peaking. If you prefer a stronger image, adjust towards the maximum setting. For a smooth and more natural image, adjust towards the minimum setting. Color Temp. Adjust the color temperature. At higher temperature, the screen looks colder; at lower temperature, the screen looks warmer. English ...
  • Page 23: Image-Ii (Computer Mode)

    User Controls Image-II (Computer Mode) Frequency “Frequency”changes the display data frequency to match the frequency of your computer’s graphic card. If you experience a vertical flickering bar, use this function to make an adjustment. Tracking “Tracking” synchronizes the signal timing of the display with the graphic card. If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use this function to correct it. H.Position (Horizontal Position) Press the to move the image left.  Press the to move the image right.  V. Position (Vertical Position) Press the to move the image down.  Press the to move the image up.  Degamma This allows you to choose a degamma table that has been fine- tuned to bring out the best image quality for the input. Aspect Ratio Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio. 4:3 : The input source will be scaled to fit the projection  screen. 16:9 : The input source will be scaled to fit the width of  the screen. Window: When a 4:3 image is bigger than a 16:9 screen,  select the “Window” mode to fit the image onto the screen without changing the projection distance.
  • Page 24 User Controls Original Pixel Window 16:9 Image Position Adjust the image position to up or down, when you select the aspect ratio to 16:9. image down. Press the to move the  Press the to move the image up.   16:9 Image Position: Image Position at win- dow mode will also be moved accordingly. English ...
  • Page 25: Image-Ii (Video Mode)

    User Controls Image-II (Video Mode) Degamma This allows you to choose a degamma table that has been fine- tuned to bring out the best image quality for the input. Saturation Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated color. Press the to decrease the amount of color in the image.  Press the to increase the amount of color in the image.  Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green. Press the to increase the amount of green in the image.  Press the to increase the amount of red in the image.  Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. Press the to decrease the sharpness.  “Saturation”, “Tint” Press the to increase the sharpness. and “Sharpness” func-  tion is not supported Aspect Ratio under DVI-D mode. Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio. 4:3 : The input source will be scaled to fit the projection ...
  • Page 26 User Controls Original Pixel Window 16:9 Image Position Adjust the image position to up or down, when you select the aspect ratio to 16:9. image down. Press the to move the  Press the to move the image up.  16:9 Image Position: Image Position at win- dow mode will also be moved accordingly. English ...
  • Page 27: Audio

    User Controls Audio Volume Press the to decrease the volume.  Press the to increase the volume.  Mute Choose the left icon to turn mute on.  Choose the right icon to turn mute off.  ... English...
  • Page 28: Management

    User Controls Management Menu Location Choose the menu location on the display screen. Projection Front-Desktop  The factory default setting. Rear-Desktop  When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so you can project behind a translucent screen. Front-Ceiling  When you select this function, the projector turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted projection. Rear-Ceiling  When you select this function, the projector reverses and turns the image upside down at same time. You can project from behind a translucent screen with ceiling mounted projection. Signal Type Select signal type RGB or Video sources. Source Lock When this function is turned off, the projector will search for other signals if the current input signal is lost. When this function is turned on, it will search specified connection port. High Altitude Choose “On” to turn on High Altitude mode. Operates the fans at full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of the projector. English ...
  • Page 29 User Controls Security Settings A. Press “Enter” to set password. (First time) 1. Password is allowed of 4~8 bits, Default value is “0000”. 2. Display on the screen by “*” while inputting. 3. Use keys to select your input bits, and then press “Enter” key to confirm your selection. 4. Move to and then press “Enter” key to confirm finally. 5. On this screen, press the “Menu” key will jump to directly, and then press “Enter” key to confirm your selection. (“Menu” can be switched over between the position and at present) 6. When input error to go to to delete the bit. (You can press the “Menu”, and then press the key.) B. Press “Enter” to set the security protection. Security Mode   On: Choose “On” to use security verification while user switch on projector.  Off: When user switch on projector without password.  Timer: Displays the usable hours when switch on the projec- tor. When the time remaining is 0, the time out message will appear, and then press “Menu” or “Enter” to select input password. Timer Setting: When the Timer is selecting, this function can be ...
  • Page 30 User Controls 1. Input the old Password. 2. Changes a new Password. 3. Confirms the password, please input the new password once again. 4. Password is allowed of 4~8 bits, Default value is “0000”. 5. Display on the screen by “*” while inputting. 6. Use keys to select your input bits, and then press “Enter” key to confirm your selection. 7. Move to and then press “Enter” key to confirm finally. 8. On this Screen, press “Menu” key to switch over between in the position at present, Old Password, New Password, Confirm Password and 9. When input error to go to to delete the bit. (You can press the “Menu”, and then press the key.) Zoom Press the to reduce the size of an image.  Press the to magnify an image on the projection screen.  Reset Choose “Yes” to return the display parameters on all menus to the factory default settings. English ...
  • Page 31: Lamp Setting

    User Controls Lamp Setting Lamp Hours Display the cumulative lamp operating time. Lamp Reset Reset the lamp life hour after replacing a new lamp. Lamp Reminding Choose this function to show or to hide the warning message when the changing lamp message is displayed. The message will show up 30 hours before end of life. ECO Mode Choose “On” to dim the projector lamp which will lower power consumption and extend the lamp life by up to 130%. Choose ”Off” to return to normal mode. Auto Power Off (min) Sets the interval of power-off of the system, if there is no signal input. (In minutes) ... English...
  • Page 32: Appendices

    Appendices Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the projector, refer to the following information. If the problem persists, please contact your local reseller or service center. Problem: No image appears on screen Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and  securely connected as described in the “Installation” section. Ensure the pins of connectors are not crooked or broken.  Check if the projection lamp has been securely installed. Please  refer to the “Replacing the lamp” section. Make sure you have removed the lens cap and the projector is ...
  • Page 33 Appendices 5. Select the “Change” button under the “Monitor” tab . 6. Click on “Show all devices.” Next, select “Standard monitor types” under the SP box; choose the resolution mode you need under the “Models” box. If you are using a Notebook:  1. First, follow the steps above to adjust resolution of the computer. 2. Press the toggle output settings. example:[Fn]+[F4] Compaq=> [Fn]+[F4] Packard => [Fn]+[F4] Dell => [Fn]+[F8] Hewlett Gateway=> [Fn]+[F4] NEC=> [Fn]+[F3] IBM=> [Fn]+[F7] Toshiba => [Fn]+[F5] Mac Apple: System Preference-->Display-->Arrangement-->Mirror display If you experience difficulty changing resolutions or your  monitor freezes, restart all equipment including the projector. Problem: The screen of the Notebook or PowerBook computer is not displaying a presentation If you are using a Notebook PC: ...
  • Page 34 Appendices Make sure the projection screen is between the required distance  4.9 to 39.4 feet (1.5 to 12.0 meters) from the projector. See page 14. Problem: The image is stretched when displaying 16:9 DVD The projector automatically detects 16:9 DVD and adjusts the aspect ratio by digitizing to full screen with 4:3 default setting. If the image is still stretched, you will also need to adjust the aspect ratio by referring to the following: Please select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player if you are  playing a 16:9 DVD. If you can’t select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player, please  select 4:3 aspect ratio in the on screen menu. Problem: Image is reversed Select “Management-->Projection” from the OSD and adjust the  projection direction. Problem: Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound When the lamp reaches its end of life, it will burn out and may ...
  • Page 35 Appendices Problem: Message Reminders Fan failed:  Over temperature:  Replacing the lamp:  Password error :  Time out:  ... English...
  • Page 36: Replacing The Lamp

    Appendices Replacing the lamp The projector will detect the lamp life itself. It will show you a warning message When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as pos- sible. Warning: Lamp Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 30 compartment is hot! Allow it to cool down minutes before changing the lamp. before changing lamp! Lamp Replacing Procedure: 1. Switch off the power to the projector by pressing the Power/ Standby button. Warning: To 2. Allow the projector to cool down at least 30 minutes. reduce the risk of personal injury, do not 3. Disconnect the power cord. drop the lamp module 4. Use a screwdriver to remove the screw from the cover. or touch the lamp bulb. 5. Push up and remove the cover. The bulb may shatter and cause injury if it is 6. Remove the 2 screws from the lamp module. dropped. 7. Pull out the lamp module.  To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous steps.
  • Page 37: Compatibility Modes

    Appendices Compatibility Modes (ANALOG) Mode Resolution V.Frequency H.Frequency (Hz) (kHz) VESA VGA 640 x 350 31.5 VESA VGA 640 x 350 37.9 VESA VGA 640 x 400 37.9 VESA VGA 640 x 480 31.5 VESA VGA 640 x 480 37.9 VESA VGA 640 x 480 37.5 VESA VGA 640 x 480 43.3 VESA VGA 720 x 400 31.5 VESA VGA 720 x 400 37.9 VESA SVGA 800 x 600 35.2 VESA SVGA 800 x 600 37.9...
  • Page 38: Ceiling Mount Installation

    Appendices Ceiling Mount Installation 1. To prevent damaging your projector, please use the ceiling mount package for installation. 2. If you wish to use a third party ceiling mount kit, please ensure the screws used to attached a mount to the projector met the following specifications: Screw type: M2.6  Maximum screw length: 10mm  Minimum screw length: 8mm  Please note that damage resulting from incorrect installation will invalidate the war- ranty. Warning: 1.> If you buy the ceiling mount from other company, please ensure that there is at least 10cm distance be- tween the bottom cover of the projector and the ceiling. 2.> Don’t install the projector near the air condition and the heater, avoid flow-...

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