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  • 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. 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 Position adjustment function for a variety of projection screens Wall Shot Images can be projected regardless of the location. Images can be projected in places without a screen with no loss of original colour. • The keystone distortion that occurs This automatically adjusts image colours to their natural colours even when as a result of the projector being projecting onto surfaces such as blackboards and partitions.
  • Page 4 Features of the Projector Brilliant, attractive images Colour mode function Optimum images can be projected simply by selecting the image quality The projector can display images at high resolutions with a high degree of from the following five preset settings according to the projection luminance.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notations Used in This User’s Guide........1 Playing Sound from External Speakers .......31 Features of the Projector ............2 Basic Operations Turning the Projector On ............33 Before Using the Projector Connecting the Power Cable ............. 33 Part Names and Functions............ 7 Turning the Power On and Projecting Images ......

  • Page 6: Advanced Operations

    Contents Advanced Operations Troubleshooting Functions for Enhancing Projection........60 Using the Help ..............109 A/V Mute Function ..............60 Problem Solving ..............111 Freeze Function................. 61 Reading the Indicators............. 111 E-Zoom Function ..............61 When the Indicators Provide No Help ........114 P in P (Picture in Picture) Function ..........
  • Page 7 Before Using the Projector This chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector before use. Part Names and Functions........7 • Projecting Images from the Computer......18 • If the Monitor Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port .......... 18 •...

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions The illustration below shows the projector with a standard lens fitted. Front/Top/Side • • Zoom ring p.40 (Temperature) indicator p.111 Adjusts the image size. Flashes or lights in different colours to indicate problems with the internal temperature of the projector.

  • Page 9: Base

    Part Names and Functions Base Rear • • • Suspension bracket fixing points Security lock ( ) p.137 Air intake vents (4 points) p.15, p.135 p.124 • Remote control light- Connect an optional ceiling mount here when Clean the air filters suspending the projector from the ceiling.

  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Part Names and Functions Control Panel Buttons with no description are the same as the remote control buttons. Refer to the remote control descriptions for details. • [Auto/Enter] button p.51, p.92, p.109 Operates in the same way as the [Auto] button on the remote control. When pressed while a configuration menu or help menu is being displayed, it operates in the same way as the [Enter] button on the remote control.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control If you position the over the button icon or button name, a description of that button will appear. • • Remote control light-emitting area p.14 [Power] button p.34, p.38 • • Indicator [R/C] switch p.13 •...

  • Page 12: Input/Output Ports

    Part Names and Functions Input/Output Ports • • Network port p.96 [USB] port p.23, p.140 Use to connect the projector to a network. Connects the projector to a computer via the USB cable when using the wireless mouse function. • •...

  • Page 13: Before Using The Remote Control

    Before Using the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries Insert the batteries. Check the positions of the (+) and (–) marks inside the battery The batteries are not already inserted into the remote control at the time the holder to ensure that the batteries are inserted the correct way. projector is purchased.

  • Page 14: Using The Remote Control And Remote Operating Range

    Before Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Remote control Remote control Range light-receiving light-receiving area (front) area (rear) Using the Remote Control The remote control is used in the following way. Remote control PROCEDURE light-emitting area Set the [R/C] switch of the remote control to "ON".

  • Page 15: Remote Operating Range

    Before Using the Remote Control Operating angle (vertical) Remote Operating Range Operating distance Operating distance Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or approx. 10 m (30 ft.) approx. 10 m (30 ft.) angle between the remote control and the remote control light-receiving area is outside the normal operating range, the remote control may not work.

  • Page 16: Installation

    Installation Setting Up the Projector • 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 17: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Installation Screen Size and Projection Distance The distance from the lens to the screen determines the actual image size. The recommended distance and projection distance values given below are Screen for when the projector is fitted with a standard lens. If the projector has been fitted with an optional lens, refer to the documentation provided with the lens.

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer • Condition 2: The display resolution and frequency of the computer CAUTION must be listed in the "List of Supported Monitor Displays". See "Appendices: List of Supported Monitor Displays" p.142 When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the Some computers allow you to change the output resolution, so if following.

  • Page 19: Projecting Images From The Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Projecting Images from the Computer The shape and specifications of the computer's monitor port will determine • After projection starts, change the "Computer Input" setting in the what type of cable should be used. Check the following to see which type "Setting"...

  • Page 20: If The Monitor Port Is A 13W3 Port

    Connecting to a Computer If the Monitor Port is a 13w3 Port Some workstation-type computers have a 13w3 monitor port. In such cases, use a commercially-available 13w3 ⇔ D-Sub 15-pin cable • After projection starts, change the "Computer Input" setting in the "Setting"...

  • Page 21: If The Monitor Ports Are A 5Bnc Ports

    Connecting to a Computer If the Monitor Ports are a 5BNC Ports Either of the following two connection methods can be used depending on • After projection starts, change the "Computer Input" setting in the the connection ports or the type of cable being used. "Setting"...

  • Page 22: If The Monitor Port Is A Digital Rgb Port

    Connecting to a Computer If connecting to the [BNC] ports If the Monitor Port is a Digital RGB Port Use the optional DVI-D /DVI-D digital video cable or DVI-D/DFP digital video cable to make the connection. Colour varies depending on blue green cables used...

  • Page 23: If Connecting More Than One Computer

    Connecting to a Computer If Connecting More Than One Computer The ports shown below can be used to connect computers to the projector. If computers are connected to all of the ports shown below, a maximum of three computers can be connected. Connection details p.17–p.21 Computer cable...

  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control To Operate The Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse Function)

    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 25 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. Tilt the [ ] button on the remote Press the [Enter ( )] button.

  • Page 26: Connecting An External Monitor

    Connecting to a Computer Connecting an External Monitor When analogue RGB signals from a computer are being projected, you can connect an external monitor to the projector in order to view the images on the external monitor at times such as when giving presentations. Connect the external monitor using the cable that is provided with the monitor.

  • Page 27: Connecting To A Video Source

    Connecting to a Video Source Projecting Composite Video Images CAUTION Use the accessory RCA video cable to make the connections. When connecting the projector to other video sources, take the following precautions. • Turn the power off for both the projector and the video source before connecting them.

  • Page 28: 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 a commercially-available component video cable and three conversion adapters to make the connections. blue green To component video To S-Video output port output ports S-Video cable...

  • Page 29: Projecting Rgb Video Images

    Connecting to a Video Source If the RGB Output Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port Use the accessory computer cable to make the connections. • After projection starts, change the "BNC Input" setting in the "Setting" menu to either "YCbCr "...

  • Page 30: If The Rgb Output Ports Are The 3Bnc Ports

    Connecting to a Video Source If the RGB Output Ports are the 3BNC Ports Use a commercially-available RGB video cable to make the connections. blue green To RGB output ports To [BNC] ports RGB video cable (commercially-available) • After projection starts, change the "BNC Input" setting in the "Setting"...

  • Page 31: Playing Sound From The Video Equipment

    Playing Sound from the Video Equipment The projector has a built-in speaker with a maximum output of 5 W. You can output sound from the connected video equipment (such as a computer or video deck) through the projector's built-in speaker if the video •...

  • Page 32: Playing Sound From External Speakers

    Playing Sound from External Speakers You can connect speakers with built-in amplifiers to the projector's [Audio Out] port in order to enjoy a fuller quality of sound. Use a commercially-available audio cable with pin jack ⇔ stereo mini jack (3.5 mm) plugs or similar. Use an audio cable with a plugs that match the ports for the external audio equipment.

  • Page 33: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning projection on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning the Projector On........33 •Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually so that the Projection Area Fits the Screen Exactly (Quick Corner) ..47 •...

  • Page 34: Turning The Projector On

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

  • Page 35: Turning The Power On And Projecting Images

    Turning the Projector On Turning the Power On and Projecting Images Press the [Power] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to turn the power on for the projector. indicator flashes green. After a short period it stops If Password Protect has been enabled, the Password Protect Release flashing and lights steadily, and projection starts.
  • Page 36 Turning the Projector On *1 When these buttons are pressed once, the signal name that is currently If more than one external device is connected to the set using the configuration menus appears on the screen. You can projector, use the remote control or projector control change the signal setting by repeatedly pressing the button while the panel buttons to select the image source to be signal name is displayed.

  • Page 37: Selecting An Image Source While Viewing Projected Images (Preview Function)

    Turning the Projector On Selecting an Image Source While Viewing Projected Images (Preview Function) • If only one signal source has been connected, the signals from that The preview function lets you project the images from the currently- source will be projected without needing to press one of the [Source] selected image source and view them in a preview screen while selecting buttons.
  • Page 38 Turning the Projector On Tilt the [ ] button to select the images to be projected. • You can hear the sound for the images in the active window while Move the red box until the desired image is selected. the preview window is being displayed.

  • Page 39: Turning The Projector Off

    Turning the Projector Off Follow the procedure below to turn the projector off. If the message "The projector is overheated. Clean or replace the air PROCEDURE filter and lower the room temperature." appears on the screen, press Turn the power off for the signal sources that are the [Enter] button on the remote control or the [Auto/Enter] button on connected to the projector.
  • Page 40 Turning the Projector Off If not using the projector for a long period, unplug the Attach the lens cover. power cable from the electrical outlet. Attach the lens cover to the lens when not using the projector, in order to stop the lens from getting dusty or dirty. CAUTION Do not disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet while the indicator is flashing orange, otherwise operating problems may...

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Screen Image

    Adjusting the Screen Image You can correct and adjust the screen images in order to obtain the best Focusing the Screen Images (Focus Adjustment) possible pictures. PROCEDURE Adjusting the Image Size (Zoom Function) Turn the focus ring to adjust the image focus. The size of the projected images is basically determined by the distance from the projector to the screen.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Image Angle

    Adjusting the Screen Image Adjusting the Image Angle When projecting from the side of the screen If the projector cannot be set up directly in front of the screen, you can If the projector is set up so that it is at a horizontal or vertical angle to the project images at a horizontal angle to the screen.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Feets

    Adjusting the Screen Image Adjusting the Feets The front adjustable foot and the rear adjustable feet can be extended and If the projector is tilted vertically or horizontally, turn the bases of the retracted to adjust the tilt of the projector to a maximum of 12º upward and rear adjustable feet to make fine adjustments to the height of the 4º...

  • Page 44: Manually Correcting Keystone Distortion

    Adjusting the Screen Image Manually Correcting Keystone Distortion This projector is equipped with the following two keystone correction functions. Use whichever function is appropriate for the keystone This projector is equipped with an automatic keystone correction function distortion that appears. that detects the vertical angle of the projector during projection and automatically corrects vertical keystone distortion.

  • Page 45: Automatic Keystone Correction

    Adjusting the Screen Image Automatic keystone correction When the projector has been tilted vertically, automatic keystone • The "Auto Keystone", "H/V-Keystone" and "Quick Corner" correction is carried out so that images with no distortion are projected. functions cannot both be used together to correct keystone distortion. If you use one function to correct keystone distortion, any correction that has been applied using the other function will be cancelled.

  • Page 46: Vertical Correction And Horizontal Correction

    Adjusting the Screen Image Vertical correction and horizontal correction If the left edge of the If the right edge of the image is elongated image is elongated Vertical correction and horizontal correction can be carried out using either the projector's control panel or the configuration menus. This procedure explains how to use the projector's control panel to correct keystone distortion.

  • Page 47: Height Correction

    Adjusting the Screen Image Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control to the left or Height Correction right, or press the [ ] or [ ] buttons on the When Automatic keystone correction and horizontal correction is carried projector's control panel to correct the height while out, the height of the projected images will become shorter.

  • Page 48: Correcting Keystone Distortion Manually So That The Projection Area Fits The Screen Exactly (Quick Corner)

    Adjusting the Screen Image Correcting Keystone Distortion so that the Projection Area Fits the Screen Exactly (Quick Corner) Quick Corner correction can be carried out using either the projector's control panel or the configuration menus. This procedure explains how to use the projector's control panel to correct keystone distortion.
  • Page 49 Adjusting the Screen Image Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons on the When the adjustment is complete, press the [Menu] remote control to correct the angle position. button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to close the configuration menu.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Image Quality

    Adjusting the Image Quality The quality of the projected images can be adjusted as follows. PROCEDURE The Wall Shot function can be operated using either the remote control or Projecting Easy-to-see Images Without a Screen the projector's control panel. (Wall Shot) Press the [Wall Shot] button on either the remote When the Wall Shot function is used, images can be projected without loss control or the projector's control panel while the...
  • Page 51 Adjusting the Image Quality To change the status, press the [Wall Shot] button while the status is being displayed on the screen. For example, if you press the [Wall Shot] button while "Wall • When the projector's power is turned off, images will be projected Shot OFF"...

  • Page 52: Adjusting Computer Images

    Adjusting the Image Quality Adjusting Computer Images Automatic Setup • If "Auto Setup" in the "Advanced2" menu is set to "OFF" (the Automatic setup detects analogue RGB signals coming from a connected default setting for this command is "ON"), automatic setup is not computer, and automatically adjusts these signals so that the optimum carried out.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Tracking

    Adjusting the Image Quality While holding down the [Shift] button on the projector's Adjusting the Tracking control panel, press the [ ] button. If vertical stripes appear in the projected images, The tracking value decreases each time the button is pressed. and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will need to adjust the tracking...

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Sync

    Adjusting the Image Quality While holding down the [Shift] button on the projector's Adjusting the Sync control panel, press the [ ] button. If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in The sync value decreases each time the button is pressed. images that are input from the computer, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will Projector...

  • Page 55: Selecting The Projection Quality (Colour Mode Selection)

    Adjusting the Image Quality Selecting the Projection Quality PROCEDURE (Colour Mode Selection) Selecting the colour mode can be carried out using either the remote control or the configuration menus. This procedure explains how to The following five preset colour modes are available for use depending on use the remote control to select the colour mode.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume for the sound from the projector's built-in speaker or from the external speakers that are connected to the projector. PROCEDURE The volume can be adjusted using either the remote control, the projector's control panel or the configuration menus.

  • Page 57: Preventing Theft (Password Protect)

    Preventing theft (Password Protect) The projector is provided with a Password Protect function. When Password Protect is set to "ON", a password entry screen is displayed when the power is next turned on after the power plug has been disconnected •...

  • Page 58: Entering A Password With The Remote Control

    Preventing theft (Password Protect) Entering a password with the remote control Changing the Password Protect settings Press the [Num] button on the remote control to enter the password. Follow the procedure given below to enable Password Protect and to set the If you press the [Num] button, it will light up and the remote control password.
  • Page 59 Preventing theft (Password Protect) Set Password Protect to "ON" and then press the Re-enter the password that you entered in step 5. [Enter] button on the remote control or the [Auto/ The message "The new password is stored." will be displayed. Enter] button on the projector's control panel.
  • Page 60 Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection ....60 •"Advanced1" Menu ..............85 •"Advanced2" Menu ..............88 • A/V Mute Function .............60 •"About" Menu ................90 • Freeze Function ..............61 •"Reset All"...

  • Page 61: Functions For Enhancing Projection

    A/V Mute function was activated. The default user's logo is the EPSON logo. You can change the user's PROCEDURE logo by recording and setting your own logo.

  • Page 62: Freeze Function

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Freeze Function E-Zoom Function This function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing This function lets you enlarge and reduce a parts of projected images such without pausing. as graphs and tables. The signal source will still be playing back the images even while The E-Zoom function is controlled using the remote control.

  • Page 63: P In P (Picture In Picture) Function

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection P in P (Picture in Picture) Function When the [ ] button is pressed, the image is enlarged with the cross at its centre. When the [ ] button is This function lets you display separate images in a smaller screen (sub- pressed, the enlarged image is then reduced.
  • Page 64 Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control to change the When you press the [Enter] button, the operation position of the sub-screen. guide screen will disappear and the display position and size for the sub-screen will be accepted.

  • Page 65: Effect Function

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Effect Function Using the Pointer Icon You can use the pointer icon to draw attention to parts of projected images You can display a pointer icon on the images being projected, and then use that you would like to explain about during a presentation, for example.

  • Page 66: Drawing Straight And Curved Lines

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Set the starting point for the line. Straight line : Move the pointer icon to the starting point for the The last pointer icon type used will remain as the current pointer icon line and press the [Enter] button.

  • Page 67: Preset Function

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Preset Function When projecting analogue RGB video signals from a computer, you can • The thickness and colour of the line cannot be changed by pressing change the settings for these signals using the "Video" menu, and up to ten the [Effect] button during the time in between when the starting different sets of these settings can be saved.
  • Page 68 Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Once the settings have been made, select "Preset" in the sub-menu and then press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the [Auto/Enter] button on the The preset numbers that have an input resolution displayed have projector's control panel.

  • Page 69: Changing The Resize/Aspect Ratio

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Changing the Resize/Aspect Ratio Applying Saved "Video" Menu Settings PROCEDURE Selecting the Computer Display Method While projecting analogue RGB images from a computer, When projecting computer images, the display method can be changed press the [Preset] button on the remote control to apply between resized display (in which the images are projected so that they fill the saved setting values for the "Video"...
  • Page 70 Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection If the input resolution is lower than the panel resolution (1024 × 768) Resized display Real display • The display methods for projected images are stored individually for each video source. • If the input resolution is the same as the panel resolution (1024 ×...

  • Page 71: Projecting Wide-Screen Images From Video Equipment

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection HDTV Projecting Wide-screen Images from Video Equipment When images that are output in 16:9 format are displayed at an aspect ratio You can switch the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9 when component of 4:3, the images are resized so that they fill the full vertical area of the video (YCbCr...

  • Page 72: Projector Id/Remote Control Id

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Projector ID/Remote Control ID Video Brightness Control High If using more than one projector at a time, such as at a show, you can Audio Projector ID Effect Network record ID numbers for the projectors and for the remote controls in order to Setting COM Port RS-232C...

  • Page 73: Registering An Id Number For A Remote Control

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection Use the [ ] button on the remote control or the [ ] or Registering an ID Number for a Remote Control [ ] button on the projector's control panel to select PROCEDURE the desired ID number (1–9).
  • Page 74 Functions for Enhancing Projection Functions for Enhancing Projection If you would like to check the ID number that is currently set for a remote control, press the [ID] button on the remote control so that the button lights, and then press the [ID] button once more. After a brief period, the [ID] button will flash, and the number of flashes will equal the remote control's ID number.

  • Page 75: 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. Refer to "Using the Configuration Menus"...

  • Page 76: List Of Functions

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions List of Functions "Video" Menu • The functions in the "Video" menu apart from "Resolution" and "Video Signal" cannot be adjusted while no video signal is being input. • The functions which appear in the "Video" menu will change depending on the type of input source being projected. Functions which are not available in the "Video"...
  • Page 77 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 five different quality settings depending on the surroundings.
  • Page 78 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Reset Resets all adjustments values for the "Video" menu functions to their default settings. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the [Auto/Enter] button on the projector's control panel to reset.
  • Page 79 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Component Video (YCbCr YPbPr Video (Composite video S-Video Video Position Video Position Adjust Adjust Audio Brightness Audio Brightness Contrast Contrast Effect Effect Color Color Setting Setting User's Logo Tint User's Logo Tint Sharpness Advanced1...
  • Page 80 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 five different quality settings depending on the surroundings.

  • Page 81: Audio" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Audio" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Computer/ Use this command to specify the [Computer] port or [DVI] Computer/DVI DVI Audio port as the video port being used so that sound is input to Video Computer/DVI Audio Input : Input...

  • Page 82: Effect" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Effect" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Pointer/ Sets the pointer or line that is displayed when the [Effect] Line1 button on the remote control is pressed once. Video Pointer/Line1 • Shape : Select the pointer shape from the following Shape: Audio...

  • Page 83: Setting" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Setting" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Keystone Corrects keystone distortion in images. Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the [Auto/ Video Keystone Enter] button on the projector's control panel, and then Audio H/V-Keystone Quick Corner...
  • Page 84 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default No-Signal Sets the message status and background colour at times Blue Msg. such as when no video signal is being input. When set to "OFF", the background colour becomes black and no message is displayed.

  • Page 85: User's Logo" Menu

    Sub-menu Function Default Execute Records a user's logo. p.132 EPSON logo •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the Video [Auto/Enter] button on the projector's control panel, and Audio then follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

  • Page 86: Advanced1" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Advanced1" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Startup Sets whether the startup screen is displayed or not. Screen To change the user's logo, you need to record your own Video Startup Screen ON OFF logo.
  • Page 87 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Color Adjusts the colour temperature and intensity of each RGB Color Temp.: Adjustment (red, green, blue) colour for each input source. Depends on •Color Temp.: Lets you adjust bright colours within a range connection from reddish tinges to bluish tinges.
  • Page 88 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Standby Set to "Network ON" to use network monitoring and Network OFF Mode control functions and the standby monitor out function while the projector is in standby mode. When this setting is changed, turn the power off, and when cool-down period has finished, turn the power back on...

  • Page 89: Advanced2" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Advanced2" Menu Sub-menu Function Default Brightness This lets you set the lamp brightness to one of two settings. High Control Select "Low" if the images being projected are too bright Video Brightness Control High...
  • Page 90 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Default Reset Resets all adjustments values for the "Advanced2" menu functions except for the "Projector ID" and "Network" settings to their default settings. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the [Auto/Enter] button on the projector's control panel to reset.

  • Page 91: About" Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions "About" Menu • The "About" menu shows the setting details for the current input signal. • The "Lamp" item appears as "0H" for 0–10 hours, and after that it appears in units of 1 hour. Computer (Analogue RGB, Digital-RGB)/ Sub-menu Function...

  • Page 92: 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 configuration menus to their default settings. Video •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the Audio [Auto/Enter] button on the projector's control panel to Effect reset.

  • Page 93: Using The Configuration Menus

    Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menus Confirm the selection. If using the remote control, press the [Enter] button to confirm a The configuration menus can be operated using either the remote control or selection.
  • Page 94 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menu Functions The items appearing in the "Video" menu and the "About" menu will • Sub-menu items which cause another sub-menu to be displayed vary depending on the type of input source being projected. when they are selected have after them.

  • Page 95: Projector Monitoring And Control Using A Network

    Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Computers and projectors can be connected together using a network so that the statuses of the projectors can be monitored and controlled by computer via Compatible Computers the network. A Projector Software CD-ROM is included as an accessory with this projector. The Projector Software CD-ROM contains the EMP NetworkManager and Computers that can run EMP Monitor EMP Monitor software.

  • Page 96: Installing And Uninstalling The Projector Software

    Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Installing and Uninstalling the Projector Software Check that "Installing EPSON Projector Software" is selected, and then click [ The EMP Monitor and EMP NetworkManager software programs can be installed separately from the accessory Projector Software CD-ROM as required.

  • Page 97: Network Cable Connections

    Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Network Cable Connections When the installation is complete, the display will return to the window that appeared in step 3. If you The projector can be connected to a network using a commercially- would like to install other software, select the available 100baseTX or 10baseT network cable.

  • Page 98: Projector Connection Settings

    Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Connection Settings Press the [Num] button on the remote control to enter numbers. When the projector is connected to the network, various settings such as You may need to enter numbers as part of the settings for an IP address must be made using the configuration menus before the...

  • Page 99: Problem Reporting Using The Mail Notification Function

    Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Problem Reporting Using the Mail Notification SNMP Enter the IP address to use for notification of SNMP traps. Two IP addresses can be set as notification Function addresses: "Trap IP Address...

  • Page 100: Mail Notification Settings

    Setup for Network Projector window will be displayed. PROCEDURE With Windows running, click [Start], point to [Programs] (or [All Programs]), point to [EPSON Projector] and then click [EMP NetworkManager]. EMP NetworkManager will start up. Double-click the icon for the projector to set mail notification for.
  • Page 101 Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network The following Setup of mailing functions window will Once the mail notification settings have been be displayed. completed, click [OK]. The display will return to the Setup for Network Projector window, so click [Set].

  • Page 102: If A Problem Notification Is Sent By Mail

    The settings will then be applied, and the display will If a Problem Notification is Sent By Mail return to the window that appeared in step 2. Click If an e-mail message with "EPSON Projector" in the subject line is sent to ] to close EMP NetworkManager. IP addresses...

  • Page 103: Connecting Manually

    Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network The following IP Address Setup window will be Connecting Manually displayed. If the name of the projector that you would like to set up mail notification for does not appear in the window, use the following procedure to manually connect the projector.

  • Page 104: Centralised Monitoring And Controlling Of Projectors (Emp Monitor)

    Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Centralised Monitoring and Controlling of Projectors Sharing EMP Monitor settings (EMP Monitor) A projector list that has already been recorded by EMP Monitor can also be shared by EMP NetworkManager. EMP Monitor can be used to check the statuses of multiple projectors that are connected to the network and to carry out operations such as turning PROCEDURE...
  • Page 105 The names of all projectors that are currently connected to the With Windows running, click [Start], point to network will be displayed in a list. [Programs] (or [All Programs]), point to [EPSON Projector] and then click [EMP Monitor]. EMP Monitor will start up.
  • Page 106 Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Select the projector to be monitored or controlled and Once all new projectors to be monitored have been then click [Add]. added, click [Close]. The display will return to the Register projector window, and the names of the added projectors will appear in the projector list.
  • Page 107 Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network The statuses of the registered projectors will each be Shows the currently selected input port. Video Source : displayed. Computer Once a projector has been registered, the status of the projector will be displayed automatically each time EMP Monitor is started from then on.
  • Page 108 Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network Projector Monitoring and Control using a Network The power for all registered projectors can be turned on and off at the same time, and the input signal for all projectors can also be selected at the same time. Select the projectors for which the operation is to be carried out and then click the desired operation button.

  • Page 109: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help........... 109 Problem Solving..........111 • Reading the Indicators............111 • When the Indicators Provide No Help ......114 •Problems relating to images ............ 115 •Problems relating to monitoring and controlling projectors using a network ...............

  • Page 110: Using The Help

    Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help function uses on-screen Help Menu displays to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a series of menus in a Help for the image question and answer format. Help for the sound Language selection (Language) If the suggested solution in Help doesn't solve the...
  • Page 111 Using the Help Using the Help Repeat steps 2 and 3 to proceed through the menu to more detailed items. The help menu is cleared when the [Help] button is pressed. Help Menu No image appears on the screen. The image is not in focus. The image is disturbed.

  • Page 112: Problem Solving

    Problem Solving If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators while referring 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.114 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following three indicators.
  • Page 113 Problem Solving Problem Solving : lit : flashing : off Status Cause Remedy or Status Lamp cover is open error/ Take out the lamp and check if it is broken. Replacing the Lamp p.126 Lamp timer failure/ If the lamp is not broken, put it back in and then turn the power on. If the lamp still does not turn Lamp out on, replace it with a new lamp.
  • Page 114 Problem Solving Problem Solving : lit : flashing : off Status Cause Remedy or Status Standby condition (Not abnormal) Orange Press the [Power] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to start projection. When turning off the projector's power, disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet when the projector is in this condition.

  • Page 115: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    Problem Solving Problem Solving When the Indicators Provide No Help First refer to the following problems to determine what type of problem it is that you are having, and then refer to the page containing details of the problem. Problems relating to images Problems relating to monitoring and controlling projectors using a network No images appear...

  • Page 116: Problems Relating To Images

    Problem Solving Problem Solving Problems relating to images No images appear Check Remedy Was the [Power] button pressed? Press the [Power] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to turn the power on. The remote control cannot be used unless the [R/C] switch of the remote control is at "ON". p.34 Is the A/V Mute function active? Press the [A/V Mute] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to cancel...
  • Page 117 Problem Solving Problem Solving The message "Not Supported." is displayed. Check Remedy Are the image signal format settings correct? If the signal from the video source which is connected to the [BNC] ports of the projector is being projected, use the "BNC Input" menu command to select the signal format which matches the connected signal source.
  • Page 118 Problem Solving 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.40 Is the lens cover still attached? Remove the lens cover. p.33 Is the projector at the correct distance? The recommended projection distance range is 77–1113 cm.
  • Page 119 Problem Solving Problem Solving Image is truncated (large) or small Check Remedy Is the image in real display? Press the [Resize] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel. p.68 Is the aspect ratio setting correct? Is the image still being enlarged by the Press the [ESC] button on the remote control to cancel the E-Zoom function.
  • Page 120 Problem Solving Problem Solving Image colours are not right Check Remedy Do the input signal settings match the signals If the "BNC Input" menu command has been set to "YCbCr " or "YPbPr " when a computer or RGB video source is connected to the [BNC] ports of the projector, the images will appear purplish. from the connected device? If the "BNC Input"...

  • Page 121: Problems Relating To Monitoring And Controlling Projectors Using A Network

    Problem Solving Problem Solving Images appear dark Check Remedy Have the image brightness and luminance Use the "Brightness" and "Brightness Control" menu commands to adjust the brightness and luminance. been adjusted correctly? "Video" - "Brightness" p.75, p.78 "Advanced2" - "Brightness Control" p.88 Has the image contrast...

  • Page 122: Other Problems

    Problem Solving Problem Solving The projector cannot be monitored and controlled using the EMP Monitor function. Check Remedy Is the projector computer correctly connected Connect the network cable correctly. p.96 to the network? Has the projector been set up correctly for Check the settings for the "Network"...
  • Page 123 Problem Solving Problem Solving The remote control does not work Check Remedy Is the [R/C] switch at the "ON" position? Set the [R/C] switch to the "ON" position. p.34 Is the remote control light-emitting area Face the remote control towards the remote control light-receiving area. The operating angle for the remote control is approximately ±30º...

  • Page 124: Appendices

    Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance for the projector for a long time. Maintenance ............124 List of ESC/VP21 Commands......139 • Cleaning ................124 • Command List ..............139 •Cleaning the Projector Case............. 124 •...

  • Page 125: 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 overheated. Clean or replace the air filter and lower the room Cleaning temperature."...

  • Page 126: Replacing Consumables

    Maintenance Maintenance • Air filters at side and base of projector Replacing Consumables Pull the air filters out from the projector and then use a vacuum cleaner to clean them. This section describes how to replace the lamp and the air filters. Lamp Replacement Period It is time to replace the lamp when: •...

  • Page 127: Replacing The Lamp

    Maintenance Maintenance Replacing the Lamp CAUTION • The lamp replacement message is set to appear after the following periods of time in order to maintain the initial brightness and quality • If you are replacing the lamp because it has stopped working, it is of the projected images.
  • Page 128 Maintenance Maintenance Wait until the lamp has cooled down, and then Loosen the two lamp fixing screws. remove the lamp cover from the base of the projector. Use the screwdriver that is supplied with the spare lamp or It takes a further one hour after the cool-down period has some other flat-tipped screwdriver to loosen the two lamp finished for the lamp to be cool enough.
  • Page 129 Maintenance Maintenance Take out the old lamp. Install the new lamp. Fold out the handle as shown in the illustration below and pull Hold the lamp so that it faces the correct way to fit into the the lamp out of the projector. projector, and then insert the lamp until it clicks into place and If the lamp is broken, replace it with a new lamp, or contact tighten the two lamp fixing screws.

  • Page 130: Resetting The Lamp Operating Time

    Maintenance Maintenance Resetting the Lamp Operating Time The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp • Install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, the lamp operating time, so that when the cumulative operating time reaches a turns of automatically as a safety precaution.

  • Page 131: Replacing The Air Filters

    Maintenance Maintenance Select "Reset Lamp Timer" from the "About" menu Replacing the Air Filters and then press the [Enter] button on the remote The air filters can be replaced even if the projector is installed on a ceiling. control or the [Auto/Enter] button on the projector's control panel.
  • Page 132 Maintenance Maintenance Pull out the air filters. Insert the two new air filters, and push them in until Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver into the hollow as they click into place. shown in the illustration below, and then pull it straight upwards. The projector has two air filters.

  • Page 133: 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 keystone correction or the E-Zoom function have been used, they When a user's logo is recorded, the previous user's logo will be will be cancelled when the "User's Logo"...
  • Page 134 Saving a User's Logo 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, so move the marquee box to press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the select the part of the image to use.
  • Page 135 Saving a User's Logo Saving a User's Logo Select "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then press the [Enter] button on the remote control or the [Auto/Enter] button on the projector's control panel. The image will then be saved. Once the image has been saved, the message "Completed."...

  • Page 136: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories is current as of April 2003. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. Soft carry case ELPKS28 Digital video cableDVI-D/DFP ELPKC21 (3 m (9.8 ft.) - for DVI-D/DFP 20-pin) Hard travel case ELPKS29 This is a...

  • Page 137: Glossary

    Glossary The following table contains explanations of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which are not explained in the text of the guide. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications. 3-2 pull-down function This function directly converts image sources that have been recorded in the same 24-frame format used for movies into 60- frame progressive signals.
  • Page 138 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. Film judgment function A function for judging whether an image source is a 24 Hz progressive film source or not.
  • Page 139 Glossary Glossary Subnet mask A series of numbers that define the number of bits to be used for network addresses in a network (subnet) that is divided up according to IP addresses. A type of video signal with a resolution of 800 (horizontal) × 600 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible SVGA computers.

  • Page 140: 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 141: Cable Layouts

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

  • Page 142: Usb Connection Setup

    PROCEDURE Download the EMP Link21L utility software from the EPSON website 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 on the computer that is to be used.

  • Page 143: List Of Supported Monitor Displays

    List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer/RGB Video Component Video Display mode (dots) Resolutions for Refresh rate Signal Signal Resolution (dots) resized display aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio (Hz) (dots) display display VGAEGA 640×350 1024×560 SDTV (525i, 525p, 625i, 625p) 1024×768 1024×576 HDTV (750p) 16:9...

  • Page 144: Specifications

    Specifications Product name Multimedia Projector EMP-7800 Connectors DVI: DVI-D Computer: Mini D-Sub 15-pin (female) Blue 419 (W) × 117 (H) × 325 (D) mm Dimensions Audio input: Stereo mini jack (16.5 (W) × 4.6 (H) × 12.8 (D) in.) (not including feet)
  • Page 145 Specifications Specifications Safety UL1950 3 Edition Canada CSA C22.2 No.950-95 (cUL) European Community The Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) IEC60950 2 Edition, +Amd.1, +Amd.2, +Amd.3, +Amd.4 FCC 47CFR Part15B Class B (DoC) Canada 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,...

  • Page 146: Appearance

    Appearance Centre of lens 63.5* *Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point 4-M4 × 10 Units: mm...

  • Page 147: Index

    Index General Terms BNC Sync Termination ....88 Curved Line ......... 65 Brightness....... 75, 78 Gateway Address......97 13w3 port........19 Brightness Control .......88 Glossary........136 5BNC port ........20 DHCP........... 97 Digital-RGB......75, 90 Ceiling ........15, 86 Dynamic......54, 76, 79 Handle ..........7 A/V Mute.......
  • Page 148 Index Index Language ........87 Operating distance Projector ID ......... 71 RGB..........86 (Remote control) .......14 Lens cover........7 Projector name ......99 RGB Video ........28 Operating range Low ..........88 Projector Software ....... 95 (Remote control) .......14 Living Room....54, 76, 79 Operating temperature....143 Screen size........16 Optional Accessories....135...
  • Page 149 Index Index Sync ........51, 75 SYNC Mode ........ 90 Vertical correction and horizontal SYNC Polarity......90 correction......45, 82 Video ........78, 90 "Video" Menu.......75 Temperature indicator.... 7, 111 [Video] port ........11 Theatre ......54, 76, 79 Video Signal ......79, 90 Tint..........
  • Page 150 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 151 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,...

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