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  • Page 2: About The Manuals And Notations Used

    About The Manuals and Notations Used Types of Manual The documentation for your EPSON projector is divided into the following three manuals. The manuals cover the following topics. • • • • User’s Guide (this manual) This Users Guide contains information on installing the projector, basic operation, using the projector menus, troubleshooting and maintenance.

  • Page 3: Unpacking The Projector

    Unpacking the Projector When you unpack the projector, make sure that you have all these components. If any of the components are missing or incorrect, please contact the place of purchase. Projector Remote control 2 AA manganese batteries (with lens cover attached by a cord) At the time of purchase, (for the remote control) there is packing attached to the...

  • Page 4: Features Of The Projector

    Features of the Projector Horizontal and vertical keystone correction function Keystone distortion in the projected image can be easily corrected, not only vertically but horizontally also. This allows even images which have been captured from a sideways angle to be projected correctly. (P. 44) Color mode function The optimum images can be projected simply by selecting the image quality from the following six pre-recorded settings according to the...
  • Page 5 Brilliant, Attractive Images Despite its compact size, the projector can display images at high resolutions with a high degree of luminance, providing beautifully clear images even in bright environments. Presentation Support Functions Effect options such as indicating important points using a pointer, positioning stamps and drawing lines can be used to provide effective support for presentations.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Unpacking the Projector................1 Features of the Projector................. 2 Before Using the Projector Part Names and Functions..............8 Front/Top........................8 Control panel........................9 Rear ..........................10 Base ..........................11 Remote control......................12 Before Using the Remote Control ............13 Inserting the Batteries ....................13 Battery Replacement Period and Cautions..............13 Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range .........14 Notes on Handling the Remote Control ..............15 Installation .....................
  • Page 7 Adjusting the Screen Image ..............41 Adjusting the Image Size ...................41 Adjusting the Image Angle ..................42 Correcting Keystone Distortion .................44 Adjusting the Image Quality ..............46 Focusing the Screen Image ..................46 Adjusting Computer Images ..................46 Adjusting the Volume ................49 Advanced Operations Functions for Enhancing Projection ............

  • Page 9: Before Using The Projector

    Before Using the Projector This chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector before use. Part Names and Functions ..........8 Before Using the Remote Control........13 • Inserting the Batteries ................. 13 • Battery Replacement Period and Cautions ........13 •...

  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Front/Top • • • • • • • • Zoom ring (P.41) Temperature indicator Adjusts the image size. (P.80) Indicates abnormalities in the internal projector temperature. • • • • Focus ring (P.46) • • • • Lamp indicator (P.80) Adjusts the image focus.

  • Page 11: Control Panel

    Control panel • • • • • • • • [Power] (P.37) [Help] (P.78) Turns the projector power on Displays the online help and off. menu to assist you if you have a problem. • • • • • • • • [Video] (P.38) [Computer/YCbCr] (P.38) Switches the input source...

  • Page 12: Rear

    Part Names and Functions Rear • • • • • • • • Audio Out port (P.34) Monitor Out port (P.28) Outputs the audio signal being input to Outputs the projected analog video signal the projector. from a computer to an external monitor. * If a stereo mini jack is connected here, This is not available for digital video signals the sound stops coming out from the...

  • Page 13: Base

    Base • • • • • • • • Front adjustable foot Air filter (air inlet) (P.92, 97) Prevents dust and other foreign particles from being drawn into the projector. When replacing the lamp, replace the air filter also. • • • • •...

  • Page 14: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote control • • • • Remote control transmitter (P.14) Outputs infrared remote control signals. • • • • • • • • Indicator [Power] (P.37) Lights when a remote control Turns the projector power on signal is being output.

  • Page 15: Before Using The Remote Control

    Before Using the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries The batteries are not inserted into the remote control at the time of purchase, and so you need to insert them before the remote control can be used. Procedure Remove the battery compartment Catch cover.

  • Page 16: Using The Remote Control And Remote Operating Range

    Before Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range Using the Remote Control The remote control is used in the following way. Procedure Set the R/C switch on the remote control to the ON position. Point the remote control transmitter toward one of the remote control receivers on the projector and operate the remote...

  • Page 17: Notes On Handling The Remote Control

    Approx. ±30° horizontally Remote control receiver Approx. 32.81 feet (10 m) Approx. 30° Approx. 30° Approx. 30° Approx. 30° Power Power A/V Mute Freeze A/V Mute Freeze E-Zoom E-Zoom Remote control transmitter Menu Help Menu Help Comp1 Comp2/YCbCr Comp1 Comp2/YCbCr Source Source Video...

  • Page 18: Installation

    Installation Setting Up the Projector The projector supports the following four different projection methods, allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images. When setting up the projector, be sure to first read the Safety Instructions/ World-Wide Warranty Terms for information on the safety precautions that must be observed at this time.
  • Page 19 • Rear projection using a translucent screen • Rear/ceiling projection using a translucent screen * 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.

  • Page 20: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Installation Screen Size and Projection Distance The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size. Recommended distance 34.25 – 491.34 inches (0.87m – 12.48m) While referring to the table below, position the projector so that the image size is smaller than the screen size.

  • Page 21: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Caution : 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. •...

  • Page 22: 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 which projector port and what type of cable should be used. Check the following to see which type of port your computer has. If the monitor port is a mini D-Sub 15-pin port Use the accessory computer cable to connect the Computer 2/Component Video port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the computer.

  • Page 23: If The Monitor Port Is A Digital Rgb Connector

    If the monitor port is a digital RGB connector If the computer has a standard DVI or DFP -compliant digital video card or video output port, use an optional digital video cable to connect the monitor port of the computer to the Computer 1 port at the rear of the projector. The type of connection cable used will vary depending on the specifications for the computer's monitor port.

  • Page 24: If The Monitor Port Is A 5Bnc Connector

    Connecting to a Computer If the monitor port is a 5BNC port Use the optional computer cable to connect the Computer 2/Component Video port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the computer. See “Appendix: Optional Accessories” (P.100) To monitor port (video port) To Computer 2/...

  • Page 25: If The Monitor Port Is A 13W3 Connector

    If the monitor port is a 13w3 port Some workstation-type computers have a 13w3 monitor port. Use a commercially-available 13w3 ⇔ D-Sub 15-pin adapter cable to connect the Computer 2/Component Video port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the computer.

  • Page 26: Playing Sound From The Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Playing Sound from the Computer The projector has a single built-in speaker with a maximum output of 5W. You can use this built-in speaker to output the audio signals from a computer by using any one of the following three connection methods, depending on the shape of the computer's audio output port and the type of cable you have.

  • Page 27: Using The Remote Control To Operate The Mouse Pointer

    Tip : • After making the connections, change the Audio Input setting in the Audio menu to either Audio1, Audio2 or USB, depending on which input port you are using. (P.67) • You can also connect external speakers to the projector in order to reproduce the audio signals.
  • Page 28 Connecting to a Computer Example of USB mouse connection To USB mouse port USB cable To USB port (accessory) * If you make a USB connection, you can use the [↑] and [↓] buttons on the remote control. These buttons can be used to scroll back and forth through pages when projecting a PowerPoint presentation.
  • Page 29 Once the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as follows. Moving the mouse Left click Right click pointer Press the [Left] button. Press the [Right/Esc] Press the edge of the button. button to move the mouse pointer in the direction of the edge pressed.

  • Page 30: Connecting To An External Monitor

    Connecting to a Computer Connecting to an External Monitor Images can be viewed on an external computer monitor at the same time they are being projected by the projector. Use the cable provided with the computer monitor to connect the monitor to the Monitor Out port at the rear of the projector.

  • Page 31: Connecting To A Video Source

    Connecting to a Video Source Caution : 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. •...

  • Page 32: Projecting S-Video Images

    Connecting to a Video Source Projecting S-Video Images • Use a commercially-available S-Video cable to connect the video source to the S-Video port at the rear of the projector. • If you would like the sound to come out of the projector's built-in speaker, use the accessory A/V cable (red/white) to connect the video source to the Audio 2 port at the rear of the projector.

  • Page 33: Projecting Component Video Images

    Projecting Component Video Images • Use the optional component video cable to connect the video source to the Computer 2/Component Video port at the rear of the projector. See “Appendix: Optional Accessories” (P.100) • If you would like the sound to come out of the projector's built-in speaker, use the accessory A/V cable (red/white) to connect the video source to the Audio 2 port at the rear of the projector.

  • Page 34: Projecting Rgb Video Images

    Connecting to a Video Source Projecting RGB Video Images 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 2/Component Video port at the rear of the projector. Alternatively, use the optional DVI analog cable to connect the video source to the Computer 1 port at the rear of the projector.
  • Page 35 Tip : • RGB video is only compatible with sync-in-green signals. This can be checked by looking at SYNC Mode in the About menu. • After making the connections, change the Comp1 Input or Comp2 /YCbCr Input setting in the Setting menu to RGB Video. For separate sync (separate H-SYNC and V-SYNC) signals, set to Analog-RGB.

  • Page 36: Connecting To An External Speaker

    Connecting to an External Speaker You can connect the projector's Audio Out port to speakers with a built-in amplifier in order to enjoy even fuller sound. Use a commercially-available audio cable with pin jack ⇔ stereo mini jack 0.14 inches (3.5 mm) plugs or similar. Use an audio cable with a connector that matches the port for the audio equipment.

  • Page 37: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning projection on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning On the Projector ..........36 • Connecting the Power Cord..............36 • Turning On the Power and Projecting Images ......... 37 Turning Off the Projector..........39 Adjusting the Screen Image ..........41 •...

  • Page 38: Turning On The Projector

    Turning On the Projector Turn on the power to start projecting images. Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms and check the points that must be noted before using the projector to project images. Connecting the Power Cord Procedure Check that the power is turned off for the projector and all components connected to the projector.

  • Page 39: Turning On The Power And Projecting Images

    Turning On the Power and Projecting Images Procedure Turn on the power for all equipment connected to the projector. For a video source, press the [Play] button at the video source to start playback if necessary. Check that the operation indicator has stopped flashing and lights orange.
  • Page 40 Turning On the Projector If more than one signal source has Menu Help Power Help been connected, use the remote Comp1 Comp2/YCbCr Computer/YCbCr Video control or control panel buttons to Source select the port which the signal Source Menu Video S-Video source that you would like to use is Auto...

  • Page 41: Turning Off The Projector

    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 tuned off. Press the [Power] button on either Power Power...
  • Page 42 Turning Off the Projector Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Caution : Do not disconnect the power cord from the outlet while the operation indicator is still flashing orange. If you disconnect the power cord while the indicator is still flashing, it may result in errors in projector operation and reduce the lamp unit operating life.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Screen Image

    Adjusting the Screen Image You can adjust the screen image in order to obtain the best possible picture. Adjusting the Image Size The size of the projected image is basically determined by the distance from the projector to the screen. (P.18) The following procedures explain how to adjust the screen image once the projector itself has been set up.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Image Angle

    Adjusting the Screen Image Adjusting the Image Angle You can change the projection angle for the projector. The projector should be as perpendicular to the screen as possible. Seen from the side Seen from above You can extend or retract the front adjustable foot to adjust the projection angle within a maximum range of 12°.
  • Page 45 If the projector cannot be set up so that it is perpendicular to the screen, you can use the keystone correction function which is described on the following page to adjust the projected images if the angle of the projector is within a range of approximately 30°...

  • Page 46: Correcting Keystone Distortion

    Adjusting the Screen Image Correcting Keystone Distortion In some cases it may not be possible to set up the projector so that the setting angle is perpendicular to the position of the screen. In such cases, a type of distortion known as "keystone distortion" may appear in the projected images. If keystone distortion occurs, you can correct it using the [Keystone] buttons on the projector's control panel.
  • Page 47 Tip : • When keystone correction is carried out, the projected image will become smaller. • Procedure to follow if using both horizontal and vertical keystone correction: 1. With the front adjustable foot retracted, set the projector so that it is fully horizontal. 2.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Image Quality

    Adjusting the Image Quality The quality of the screen images can be adjusted as follows. Focusing the Screen Image Procedure Turn the focus ring to adjust the image focus. Turn the focus ring of the projector until the projected images are in proper focus. Tip : •...

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Tracking

    Tip : • The [Auto] button on the projector's control panel does not work while a menu or help screen is being displayed. To use the [Auto] button on the projector's control panel, you need to first exit the menu or help screen. Alternatively, you can use the [Auto] button on the remote control instead.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Synchronization

    Adjusting the Image Quality Adjusting the synchronization If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in images that are input from the computer, and this cannot be fixed using automatic adjustment, you will need to adjust the synchronization manually using the following projection.

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume for the sound from the projector's internal speaker or from the external speakers that are connected to the projector. Procedure Press the [Volume ] button on Source Keystone Shift Video S-Video either the remote control or the Sync- Auto Resize...

  • Page 53: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the setting menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection .......52 • List of Functions................... 52 • Function Details ................... 52 • A/V Mute ......................52 • Freeze........................ 54 •...

  • Page 54: Functions For Enhancing Projection

    Functions for Enhancing Projection This section describes the various useful functions that can be used to enhance projection. List of Functions The following functions are available for enhancing projection. Reference Function Description page A/V Mute Momentarily pauses both the image and the P.52 sound.
  • Page 55 (P.69) Black Blue User's logo Default setting Tip : The default user's logo is the EPSON logo. You can change the user's logo by recording and setting your own logo. (P.98)

  • Page 56: Freeze

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Freeze This function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing without pausing. Furthermore, the image will continue to be played back by the source. Procedure Press the [Freeze] button on the Power remote control. A/V Mute Freeze The images will then be paused.

  • Page 57: Wide-Screen Projection

    Wide-screen Projection This function changes the aspect ratio of video images from 4:3 to 16:9 when video images are being projected. Images which have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format. In the case of HDTV , the central part of the image can be displayed in the whole of the screen.

  • Page 58: E-Zoom

    Functions for Enhancing Projection E-Zoom This function lets you enlarge and reduce a part of projected images such as graphs and tables. Procedure Press the [E-Zoom] button on the Power remote control. Freeze A/V Mute A cursor (cross) indicating the center E-Zoom point for the area to be enlarged will appear on the screen.
  • Page 59 Tip : • The selected area can be enlarged to between 1 – 4 times, in 25 steps of x 0.125. • If a sub-screen has been set using the P in P function, the enlargement function is applied to both the main screen and the sub-screen. •...

  • Page 60: Effects

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Effects The [1], [2] and [3] buttons on the remote control can be used to add display effects to images that are being projected during a presentation. This can be used to emphasize particular parts of the images. An icon appears on the screen and it can be moved around like Effect 1 Pointer/...

  • Page 61: Canceling Effects

    Tilt the button on the remote control up, down or to the left or right to move the item displayed around the screen. Effect 1: The pointer icon moves. Effect 2: The spotlight moves. Effect 3: Horizontal bars are moved vertically, and vertical bars are moved horizontally.

  • Page 62: Picture In Picture (P In P)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Picture in Picture (P in P) This function lets you simultaneously display computer or component video images on the main screen and video images (Video or S-Video) in a sub- screen. The video images in the sub-screen can be selected using the P in P command in the Setting menu.
  • Page 63 The size of the sub-screen can be changed to one of five different sizes. The following values are the ratios for the vertical and horizontal lengths of the sub-screens to those of the main screen when the lengths of the main screen sides are 1.

  • Page 64: Using The Projector Menu Functions

    Using the Projector Menu Functions The setting 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 Menus”...
  • Page 65 Computer (Analog-RGB, Digital-RGB) Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Video Position (Analog-RGB only) Depends Moves the image display position vertically and connection horizontally. • Press the button and make the adjustment using the display position adjustment screen which appears. Tracking (Analog-RGB only) Depends Adjusts computer images when vertical stripes appear in...
  • Page 66 Using the Projector Menu Functions Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Video Reset Resets all adjustment values for the Video menu functions to their default settings. • Press the button to display the confirmation screen, and select Yes. • Select Reset All to return all menu settings to their default settings.
  • Page 67 RGB-Video Component (YCbCr, YPbPr) S-Video,Video Video (RGB-Video, YCbCr, YPbPr, S-Video, Video) Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Video Position Moves the image display position vertically and Depends horizontally. connection • Press the button and make the adjustment using the display position adjustment screen which appears. Brightness Adjusts the image brightness.
  • Page 68 Using the Projector Menu Functions Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Video Color Mode Corrects the vividness of the image color. The settings Theater can be saved separately for each type of source (computer or video source). You can select from six different quality settings depending on the surroundings.

  • Page 69: Audio Menu

    Audio menu Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Audio Audio Input Sets the audio input port from Audio 1, Audio 2 or USB Depends on to match the current video source. connection Volume Adjusts the volume. Treble Adjusts the treble setting. Median value (0) Bass...

  • Page 70: Effect Menu

    Using the Projector Menu Functions Effect menu Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Effect Pointer/Stamp Sets the three types of pointer icon which appear when → the [1] button on the remote control is pressed from the eight available types, and sets the display ratio. →...

  • Page 71: Setting Menu

    Setting menu Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Setting V-Keystone Corrects vertical keystone distortion in images. Median value (0) • When keystone correction is carried out, the projected image will become smaller. • If using both horizontal and vertical keystone correction, first make the vertical correction and then make the horizontal correction in that order.
  • Page 72 Using the Projector Menu Functions Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Setting P in P Sets the input source for the sub-screen of the Picture Composite in Picture function to either Composite Video or S-Video. • The Picture in Picture function can be used by pressing the [P in P] button.

  • Page 73: User's Logo Menu

    User's Logo menu Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting User's Logo Execute Records a user's logo. (P.98) EPSON logo • Press the button and follow the procedure appearing on the screen.

  • Page 74: Advanced Menu

    Using the Projector Menu Functions Advanced menu Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting Advanced Language Sets the language for message displays. English • Press the button and select the language from the selection menu that appears. Startup Screen Sets whether the startup screen is displayed or not. •...

  • Page 75: About Menu

    About menu • The About menu shows the setting details for the current video source. • The Lamp setting appears as 0H for 0 – 10 hours, after that, it appears in units of 1 hour. Computer Computer (Digital-RGB, Analog-RGB, RGB-Video, YCbCr, YPbPr) Default Main menu Sub-menu...

  • Page 76: Reset All Menu

    Using the Projector Menu Functions Video Video (S-Video, Video) Default Main menu Sub-menu Function setting About Lamp Displays the cumulative lamp operating time. • When the lamp warning period is reached, the display characters appear in red. Reset Lamp Initializes the lamp operating time. When this Timer command is selected, the cumulative lamp operating time is reset to the initial default value.

  • Page 77: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus The menus can be operated using either the remote control or the projector's control panel. Procedure Press the [Menu] button on either Computer/YCbCr Video the remote control or the Menu Help Source Menu projector's control panel. Comp1 Comp2/YCbCr Sync+ Source...
  • Page 78 Using the Projector Menu Functions Select a setting value. If using the control panel, press the [Tracking -] or [Tracking +] button. If using the remote control, press the left or right edge of the button. Tip : • Sub-menu items which cause another sub-menu to be displayed when they are selected have (Enter) after them.

  • Page 79: Appendices

    Appendices This chapter provides information on troubleshooting and maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance for the projector for a long time. Troubleshooting ..............78 • Using the Help ..................78 • When Having Some Trouble............... 80 • When the Indicators Provide No Help..........83 Maintenance...............91 •...

  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. 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.
  • Page 81 Repeat the operations in steps 2 and 3 to proceed through the menu to more detailed items. You can exit the Help menu at any time by pressing the [Help] button. Tip : If the Help function does not provide a solution to the problem, refer to "When Having Some Trouble"...

  • Page 82: When Having Some Trouble

    Troubleshooting When Having Some Trouble If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators. The projector is provided with the following three indicators. These indicators alert you to problems with projector operation. Operation indicator Lamp indicator Temperature indicator The following tables show what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate.
  • Page 83 Projector Reference Indicator status Problem and remedy status page Lamp operating This can happen when the power cord was error disconnected from the electrical outlet before the cool-down period had finished the last time the projector was turned off. When turning off the projector, wait 2 minutes.
  • Page 84 Troubleshooting Projector Reference Indicator status Problem and remedy status page High-speed (This is not an abnormality, but if the P.18 orange P.92 cooling in temperature rises too high again, projection progress will stop automatically.) • Set the projector up in a place which is well-ventilated, and so that the air inlet and exhaust vents are clear.

  • Page 85: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. • No images appear (P.83, 84) • The image colors are not (P.88) right •...
  • Page 86 Troubleshooting No images appear (Messages do appear) • Check the mode which corresponds to the frequency of the image signals being output from the computer. Refer to the documentation provided with your computer for details on changing the resolution and frequency of the image signals being output from the computer.
  • Page 87 Poor image quality • Has the focus been adjusted correctly? (P.46) • Has the front adjustable foot been adjusted so that the image angle is too big? If the image angle is too big, the image will be out of focus vertically.
  • Page 88 Troubleshooting • Are the cables connected correctly? (P.19 – P.33) • Has the correct resolution been selected? Set the computer so that the signals that are output are compatible with this projector. Refer to the documentation provided with your computer for details on changing the •...
  • Page 89 Only part of the image is displayed (Large/small) • The [Resize] setting may not be selected correctly. Press the [Resize] button. (P.41, 55) • Has the Position setting been adjusted correctly? Use the Position command in the Video menu to adjust. (P.63) •...
  • Page 90 Troubleshooting The image colors are not right • Has the image brightness been adjusted correctly? Video - Brightness (P.63) • Are the cables connected correctly? (P.19 – P.33) • Has the image contrast been adjusted correctly? Video - Contrast (P.63) •...
  • Page 91 No sound can be heard • Is the audio source connected correctly? (P.24) • Has the correct audio input port been selected? Use the Audio Input command in the Audio menu to set the port for audio signal input. (P.67) •...
  • Page 92 Troubleshooting The remote control does not work • Is the R/C switch on the remote control set to the ON position? (P.14) • Is the remote control being pointed in the right Power A/V Mute Freeze direction? E-Zoom The operating angle for the remote control is approximately ±30°...

  • Page 93: Maintenance

    Maintenance This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts. Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms for details on safe handling of the projector during cleaning.

  • Page 94: Cleaning The Air Filter

    Maintenance Cleaning the Air Filter If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, it can cause overheating and damage the projector. Stand up the projector in order to prevent dust getting inside the projector, and then use a vacuum cleaner to clean away the dust from the air filter. Tip : •...

  • Page 95: Replacing Consumables

    Replacing Consumables This section describes how to replace the lamp and the air filter. Lamp Replacement Period It is time to replace the lamp when: • The message "Lamp Replace" appears on the screen for 30 seconds when projection starts. A message will be displayed.

  • Page 96: Replacing The Lamp

    Maintenance Replacing the Lamp Caution : If the lamp stops working and needs to be replaced, there is the danger that the lamp may break when handled. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed to the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is broken and handle it with extreme care during removal.
  • Page 97 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.

  • Page 98: Resetting The Lamp Operating Time

    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.

  • Page 99: Replacing The Air Filter

    Replacing the Air Filter Procedure Turn off the projector power, wait for the cool-down period to end, and then disconnect the power cord. The cool-down period lasts for about 2 minutes. The actual time will vary depending on the external air temperature. Put your finger into the recess in the air filter hook, and lift up the air filter to remove it.

  • Page 100: 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. Procedure Project the image that you would like to use as a user's logo, and then press the [Menu] button on the projector’s control panel or the remote control.
  • Page 101 Select Yes at the confirmation screen, and then press the button. Select the zoom rate in the Zoom rate setting screen, and then press button. Select Yes at the confirmation screen, and then press the button. The image will then be saved. Once the image has been saved, the message "Saving the user's logo is completed."...

  • Page 102: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories is current as of June 2001. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. Hard travel case ELPKS26 Digital video cable ELPKC20 (9.8 ft (3 m) - DVI-D male-male) Soft carrying case ELPKS27...

  • Page 103: Glossary

    Glossary Following is an explanation of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which were not explained in the manual itself. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications. 5BNC A port used to input analog video signals. A/V Mute The momentary canceling of audio and video output.
  • Page 104 Glossary Interlaced A method of image scanning whereby the signal bandwidth used is approximately half that required for sequential scanning when images with the same still picture scanning resolution are broadcast. Refresh Rate The light-emitting element of a display maintains the same luminosity and color for an extremely short time.

  • Page 105: List Of Esc/Vp21 Commands

    List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List When a power ON command is sent to the projector, the power for the projector turns on. When the projector is in a command ready state, it returns the '3Ah' (:) code. Furthermore, when command processing is complete, the projector also returns a ":"...

  • Page 106: Cable Layouts

    List of ESC/VP21 Commands Cable layouts Serial connection • Connector shape : D-sub 9 pin (male) • Projector input connector : Control (RS-232C) <At projector> <At computer> <At projector> (PC serial cable) <At computer> Signal Function GND 5 5 GND Signal wire ground Transmit data Receive data...

  • Page 107: List Of Supported Monitor Displays

    List of Supported Monitor Displays Resolutions for resized Resolutions for display (resizing ON) Refresh rate Resolution normal display Signal (dots) (Hz) (dots) (resizing OFF) (dots) EMP-810/800 EMP-600 PC98 640x400 1024x640 800x500 640x400 640x350 1024x560 800x438 640x350 640x480 1024x768 800x600 640x480 VGACGA 640x400 1024x640...

  • Page 108: Specifications

    Specifications Product name Multimedia projector EMP-810/800/600 Dimensions 13.7 (W) x 4.09 (H) x 10.79 (D) inches (348 (W) x 104 (H) x 274 (D) mm) (not including feet) Panel size 0.9 inches Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Drive method Full-line 12-phase block sequential writing Resolution EMP-810/800 : XGA 786,432 pixels (1024 (W) x 768 (H) dots) x 3...
  • Page 109 Safety UL1950 2 Edition Canada CSA C22.2 No.950 2 Edition (cUL) European Community The Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) EN60950 2 Edition, +Amd.1, +Amd.2, +Amd.3, +Amd.4, +Amd.11 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 110: Appearance

    Appearance 10.79 (274) 4.09 4.49 (104) (114) 13.7 (348) Units: inch (mm)

  • Page 111: Index

    Index Buttons General Terms (Enter) button ....12 13w3 cable ..... . . 23 [↑], [↓] buttons.
  • Page 112 Index Color mode ....63, 66 Focus ring ..... 8, 46 Color temperature .
  • Page 113 Lens cleaning ..... 92 Projection angle ....42 Lens cover .
  • Page 114 Index sRGB ......63, 66 Stamp ......58, 68 Warranty .
  • Page 116 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked the FCC Logo (United States only) For questions regarding your product, contact: EPSON AMERICA, INC. MS 3-13 3840 Kilroy Airport Way Long Beach, CA 90806 Telephone: 562-290-5254...
  • Page 117 Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. EPSON is a registered trademark and PowerLite is a trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. General Notice: The following trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used in this publication for identification purposes only.

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