Epson 820P, 600P, 811P User Manual

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Multimedia Projector

User’s Guide

Important Safety Information

WARNING

Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: The projector and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags. Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any risk of suffocation.

Caution

the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life. Use a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp.

: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes.

: When you replace the lamp, never touch the new lamp with your bare hands; the invisible residue left by

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Welcome

Getting the Most from Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setting Up the Projector

Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting to a Laptop Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting the Computer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control . . . . . 13

Amplifying Computer Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting to Video Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting the RCA A/V Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting an S-Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting a Component Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using the Projector

Turning On Your Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Turning On the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Focusing and Zooming Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Adjusting the Height of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adjusting the Image Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Resizing the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization . . . . . . . . . 28

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Controlling the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using the Remote Control

Turning On and Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Turning On the Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Using the Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Controlling the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Stopping Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Zooming Your Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Resizing the Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Displaying Picture-in-Picture Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Highlighting Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Using the Pointer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Spotlighting Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Using Horizontal and Vertical Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse . . . . . . . . . . 41

Fine-tuning the Projector

Using the Projector’s Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Changing Menu Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Repositioning the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Adjusting Image Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Saving and Recalling Computer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Adjusting the Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Customizing the Highlighting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Creating Your Own Startup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Capturing the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Choosing When to Display the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Setting Advanced Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information. . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Resetting the Lamp Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Solving Problems

Using On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

What To Do When the Lights Flash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Solving Problems with the Image or Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Telephone Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Installing the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Controlling the Projector from a Computer. . . . . . . . . . 83

Connecting to an External Audio System. . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Connecting the Computer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Connecting the Mouse Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Connecting the Audio Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Connecting the Computer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Connecting the Mouse Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Connecting the Audio Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Connecting to a Second Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Connecting to a High-End Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Connecting to a DVI Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Appendix B: Notices

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

FCC Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Appendix C: Technical Specifications

General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Projection Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Mouse Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Computer Video Port Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Compatible Video Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

ESC/VP21 Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

. . . . . . 103

Index

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Welcome

The

EPSON® PowerLite® 600p, 811p, and 820p are portable projectors that weigh less than 10 pounds and offer up to 2500 ANSI lumens of brightness. From classrooms to auditoriums, your full-color presentations and videos will be bright and visible even in ordinary room lighting.

Images are displayed at a resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels (PowerLite 811p and 820p) or 800 × 600 pixels (PowerLite 600p). The 0.9-inch LCD provides a high contrast ratio for incredibly vivid images and clear text. Improved color processing technology reduces “video noise” for rich, saturated images, while 5-watt amplified sound and whisper-quiet operation contribute to theater-quality video.

With EPSON’s patented SizeWise computer displays ranging from VGA through UXGA (or SXGA on the PowerLite 600p). The projector also supports the Digital Visual Interface (DVI) format.

™

chip, the projector supports

You can connect the projector to a wide range of computers, including PCs and laptops, Apple (including G3 and G4 systems), PowerBook

iMac

and iBook® series systems, and high-end workstations such as

the Sun

You can use any of the following video sources: VCR, DVD player, camcorder, digital camera, or laser disc player. The projector supports composite video, S-Video, and component video, and it automatically senses the video format (HDTV, NTSC, PAL, or SECAM).

Support for USB audio and horizontal keystone control contribute to ease of setup in a wide variety of environments.

SPARCstation.

Macintosh,® Power Macintosh® series

computers, many

™

Welcome

note

You can connect a maximum of four sources at the same time.

Getting the Most from Your Projector

Your EPSON PowerLite projector is a highly versatile presentation tool. You can connect it to one or two computer sources and up to three video sources and easily switch between them. You can also include sound for up to three of the sources.

Depending on your presentation, you can take advantage of any or all of these options:

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Connecting to a laptop or other computer

If you want to connect to a PC laptop or Macintosh PowerBook or iBook, see page 12. To connect to a desktop computer, a workstation, a computer that outputs video in Digital Visual Interface (DVI) format, or more than one computer, see Appendix A.

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Connecting to video sources

You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, digital camera, or any other video source to your projector. You can connect up to three video sources at the same time (with or without a computer) and easily switch between them. See page 15 for instructions.

Welcome

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Using the remote control

The remote control lets you switch from one computer or video source to another, with access to picture-in-picture, pointer, zoom, and many other projector features. For details, see Chapter 3.

By connecting an additional cable, you can also use the remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you click through slideshow-style presentations (such as PowerPoint

) from up to

30 feet away. For more information, see page 41.

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Including sound in your presentation

If your presentation includes sound, you can connect the USB cable or an optional audio cable to use the projector’s built-in speakers. For details, see page 14 (for laptops) or Appendix A (for other systems).

If you’re permanently installing the projector, you may wish to connect external speakers or a public address system to the projector’s

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Controlling the Projector from a Computer

Audio Out

port; see page 83.

If you want to be able to control the projector’s settings from a computer (for example, if the projector is ceiling-mounted), you can install the EMP Link program. You can download this program, plus its User’s Guide, from EPSON’s web site at support.epson.com. You’ll also need a serial or USB cable to connect the projector to the computer.

Using Your Documentation

To connect the projector to your laptop and get your presentation up and running fast, see the Quick Setup sheet in your owner’s kit.

This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it:

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Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

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Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

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Notes contain important information about your projector.

Getting More Information

Need tips on giving presentations? Quick steps for setting up your projector? Here’s where you can look for help:

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presentersonline.com

Includes a library of articles covering presentation tips, tricks, and technology. The site provides templates, clip art and sound clips, as well as Presenters Services to use on the road. Even more resources and services are available if you register to join the Presenters Club

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Quick Setup sheet

Gives you all the instructions you need to get your projector set up and connected to a laptop or PowerBook computer.

—and it’s free.

Welcome

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Owner’s Kit

Includes your Quick Setup sheet, warranty brochures, and

EPSON PrivateLine

Support card. Store this User’s Guide in the

folder and keep the folder with your projector at all times.

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Built-in help system

Provides assistance for common problems. Available from the

Help

button on the projector or the remote control. See page 70

for details.

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support.epson.com

Download FAQs and e-mail your questions to EPSON support.

If you still need help after checking this User’s Guide and the sources listed above, you can use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the card in your owner’s kit. Or take advantage of EPSON’s automated support services 24 hours a day. See page 80 for more information.

Registration and Warranty

Your projector comes with a basic carry-in warranty (on page 100) as well as an international warranty that let you project with confidence anywhere in the world. For details, see the warranty brochure included in your owner’s kit.

Welcome

In addition, for customers who register their projector, EPSON offers free Extra Care

Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead, EPSON will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See the brochure in your owner’s kit for details.

To register, simply fill out the registration card included in your owner’s kit and mail it to EPSON. Or you can register online at http://epsonwebreg.info2.net/. Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service.

Unpacking the Projector

After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown below:

projector

computer cable

remote control

batteries

A/V cable

power cord

USB cable

Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location.

If you are moving the projector by hand, use a carrying case (such as the optional cases available from EPSON). See page 7 for more information about cases.

PS/2 mouse cable

Welcome

Additional Components

Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need additional components:

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To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. (One is usually provided with your video device.)

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To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video device, you need a VGA-to-component video cable. You can purchase this from EPSON; see page 7.

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To connect two computers to the projector at the same time, you need a DVI/analog interface cable. You can purchase this from EPSON; see page 7.

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Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may need the Macintosh adapter set shown on page 89 (available from EPSON; see page 7). Older iMac systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer.

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Some systems may need an additional cable to use the remote control as a wireless mouse. If your Macintosh doesn’t have a USB port, you’ll need a Macintosh mouse cable. If your PC doesn’t have a USB or PS/2 port, you’ll need a PC serial mouse cable. See your projector dealer to obtain the correct cable.

Welcome

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To take advantage of the projector’s Digital Visual Interface, you need a DVI cable, and your computer must be capable of producing video signals in DVI format (for details, see page 93). You can purchase this cable from EPSON; see page 7.

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To receive an audio signal, you may need a stereo mini-jack cable, available from most electronics dealers.

Optional Accessories

To enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following optional accessories. You can purchase these accessories from your dealer, by calling EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the EPSON Store please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

Product Product number

Replacement lamp and air filter V13H010L15

Customized carrying cases:

Samsonite ATA molded hard shell case ATA shipping case Soft shoulder bag

Ceiling mount Suspension adapter False ceiling plate

Kensington

Projection screens:

50-inch portable screen 60-inch Insta Theatre screen 80-inch Insta Theatre screen

Wireless microphone and two satellite speakers ELPCVSII

Auxiliary audio system ELPPAS1

Remote control receiver (plugs into projector to extend range of remote control)

Remote control receiver kit (includes standard receiver and clip-on receiver for attachment directly to remote control)

Macintosh adapter set (includes monitor adapter and desktop adapter)

Component video cable (VGA to component video) ELPKC19

Digital video cables:

DVI to DVI, 10 feet (3 meters) DVI to DFP, 10 feet (3 meters)

DVI to analog video, 10 feet (3 meters)

High resolution document imager Motion presentation camera High resolution document camera

at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada,

wheeled soft case

security lock ELPSL01

ELPKS35 ELPKS40 ELPKS41 ELPKS13

ELPMB36 ELPMBAPL ELPMBFCP

ELPSC06 ELPSC07 ELPSC08

ELPST02

ELPST04

ELPAP01

ELPKC20 ELPKC21 V12H005C25

ELPDC02 ELPDC03 V12H064020

Welcome

Setting Up the Projector

his chapter tells you how to set up the projector for a laptop computer or video presentation. If you need to set up the projector for a permanent installation or connect it to a desktop or workstation computer, see Appendix A.

You’ll find instructions for the following in this chapter:

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Positioning the projector

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Connecting to a laptop computer

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Connecting to video sources

Setting Up the Projector

Positioning the Projector

Before connecting the projector, you need to decide where to place it. The location you choose depends on the size of the room and what you are projecting.

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Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, approximately

2.85 to 41 feet from the screen.

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Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector.

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Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord, and within 5 feet of your computer and/or video source.

note

It’s easier to position the

rojector when the screen is directly in front of the room. However, if you need to place it off-center, you can use the keystone correction feature to maintain a square image. See

age 27 for more information.

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Place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely.

Most presenters find it convenient to place the projector in front of the audience, leaving as much space as possible between the projector and the screen to get a good-sized image. This lets the presenter stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it.

Use the figure below as a guideline to help you determine how far from the screen to place the projector. Image size generally increases with distance, but may vary depending on how you position the zoom ring and whether you have adjusted the image size with other settings.

3 to 4 ft6 to 8 ft30 to 41 ft distance from screen

Setting Up the Projector

If you place the projector below the level of the screen, you’ll have to

A p

p p

tilt it up by extending the feet as shown. Tilting the projector upward causes the image to lose its square shape, but you can correct the distortion by pressing the

Keystone

button as described in the next

chapter.

ideal height

If you place the projector level with the bottom of the screen, the image will be square and you won’t have to adjust it. If you place the projector higher than the bottom of the screen, the image will still be square, but you won’t be able to fill the whole screen with the image.

note

fter positioning the

rojector, you may want to

connect a Kensington

icroSaver® anti-theft

device to the lock port on the

rojector’s left side. You can urchase this from EPSON;

see “Optional Accessories” on

age 7

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting to a Laptop Computer

note

To connect to desktops and other computer systems, see

ppendix A. If you have an iBook with an RCA video-out port, follow the instructions for connecting to a video device on page 16.

You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including PC notebook and laptop computers, Macintosh PowerBooks and iBooks, and hand-held devices.

Connecting the Computer Cable

Before you start, make sure your computer and the projector are turned off.

1. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s

Computer2/Component Video

port.

Computer2/Component Video port

note

Laptop configurations vary. See your computer manual

or the location of the ports

needed to connect your

rojector.

Setting Up the Projector

2. Connect the other end of the computer cable to your laptop’s video-out or monitor port.

If you’re using a PowerBook and you can’t connect the cable, you may need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter as shown on page 89 (available from EPSON; see page 7).

3. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 20 for instructions.

Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse

Control

Using the remote control as a wireless mouse lets you control your computer and click through slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint, from up to 30 feet away (for details, see page 41). This gives you more flexibility in delivering your presentation, since you won’t need to stand near your computer.

The USB cable also provides audio support. If your presentation includes sound, you can play it through the projector’s speakers by connecting the USB cable.

1. Locate the cable you need, depending on whether your laptop has a round PS/2 mouse port or a flat USB mouse port.

2. Connect one end of the cable to the projector’s USB or

Mouse

port.

note

If you’re using a PowerBook that has a round mouse port,

ou’ll need a Macintosh mouse cable. If you have a PC laptop with a serial mouse port, you’ll need a serial mouse cable. See your

rojector dealer to obtain the

correct cable.

On a PowerBook or iBook, USB audio support is available for Mac OS 9.0 and 9.1 only.

USB port

USB cable

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the external mouse port or USB port on your laptop.

4. If necessary, configure your laptop to work with an external mouse.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 20 for instructions.

Setting Up the Projector

note

If you connected the USB cable, you may not need a separate audio cable to amplify audio from your computer.

Amplifying Computer Audio

Your laptop probably has its own sound system; however, it may not be adequate for your presentation. If you need more volume or better sound quality, you can connect a stereo, mini-jack audio cable (not included).

1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the

Audio1

projector.

audio cable

2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to your laptop’s headphone jack or audio-out jack. (Jack locations vary; see

your computer manual if you’re not sure which jack to use.)

jack on the

Audio1 jack

Setting Up the Projector

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 20 for instructions.

Connecting to Video Sources

You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, digital camera, or any other compatible video source to your projector.

The projector supports HDTV, NTSC, PAL, and SECAM, and automatically detects the video format.

The projector can receive composite video, S-Video, and component video. You can connect one or more of these video sources at the same time.

The type of cable you use depends on whether you have composite video, S-Video, or component video.

■

For composite video, use the RCA A/V cable included with the projector.

■

For S-Video, use the S-Video cable supplied with your video device or obtain one from your electronics dealer.

■

For component video, you’ll need a VGA-to-component video cable. You can purchase this from EPSON; see page 7. Component video connectors are usually colored green, blue, and red.

See the following illustration if you’re not sure which type of connectors you have.

composite video

RCA connector

S-Video

4-pin, mini-DIN

Follow the instructions below for your type of connection.

note

The projector does not support TV antenna cable F-connectors.

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting the RCA A/V Cable

Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or other video source are turned off.

1. Connect the yellow plug on one end of the A/V cable to the

Video

projector’s yellow

2. Connect the other yellow plug to the video-out jack on your video

source.

3. Connect the red and white plugs on the A/V cable to the

projector’s

Audio L

4. Connect the red and white plugs on the other end of the cable to

the corresponding audio output jacks on your video source.

jack.

(white) and R (red) jacks.

Setting Up the Projector

A/V cable

If your video source has a stereo mini-jack instead of RCA jacks, you can use a stereo mini-jack cable (not included). Connect it to

Audio 1

the

jack on the projector.

A/V cable

stereo mini-jack cable

Connecting an S-Video Cable

If your video source has an S-Video jack, you can use it to project a higher quality video image. However, you’ll need an S-Video cable, which may be included with your video source, or can be purchased separately.

Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or other video source are turned off.

1. Insert one end of an S-Video cable into the projector’s

S-Video

connector.

2. Insert the other end into the S-Video output port of your video source.

3. If your video source has RCA audio, you can use the A/V cable to connect to the projector’s

S-Video cable

Audio L

A/V cable

(white) and R (red) jacks.

S-Video connector

If your video source has a stereo mini-jack instead of RCA jacks, you can use a stereo mini-jack cable (not included). Connect it to the

Audio 1

jack on the projector.

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting a Component Video Cable

If your video source has component (blue, green, and red) connectors, you can use them to project a higher quality video image. However, you’ll need a VGA-to-component video cable, which is available from EPSON; see page 7.

Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or other video device are turned off.

1. Connect the VGA end of the cable to the projector’s

Computer 2/Component Video

2. Connect the red, green, and blue leads at the opposite end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on your video source.

3. If your video source has RCA audio, you can use the A/V cable to connect to the projector’s

Audio L

port.

(white) and R (red) jacks.

Computer 2/ Component Video port

Setting Up the Projector

VGA-to-component video cable

A/V cable

If your video source has a stereo mini-jack instead of RCA jacks, you can use a stereo mini-jack cable (not included). Connect it to the

Audio 1

jack on the projector.

4. If the image doesn’t display properly, you may need to change the

Comp2/YCbCr

option in the projector’s Setting menu (see

page 56).

Using the Projector

nce you’ve connected the projector to your computer or other equipment (as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A), you’re ready to turn on the projector, adjust the image, and give your presentation.

Although you can operate the projector without it, the remote control lets you use additional features. See Chapter 3 for instructions on using the remote. This chapter covers the following:

■

Turning on the projector and other equipment

■

Adjusting the image

■

Controlling the projector

■

Shutting down the projector

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Turning On Your Equipment

Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A. Then turn on your projector, as described below, followed by any equipment you’ve connected to it. You can turn on your computer and video equipment in any order, but if you have more than one computer or video source connected, you may have to switch to the desired source as described on page 29.

Turning On the Projector

Follow these steps to plug in and turn on the projector:

1. If you’re projecting video, first plug in and turn on your VCR, DVD player, or other video source. (If you’re projecting from a computer, go to step 2.)

2. Connect one end of the power cord to the power inlet on the back of the projector.

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3. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet.

The

P power light on top of the projector turns orange,

indicating that the projector is receiving power but not yet turned on.

4. Remove the lens cap.

5. Press the red

Power

button on top of the projector.

The power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and the projection lamp comes on in about 30 seconds. The power light stays green, and you may see a blue screen with the

No Signal

message displayed. This is normal.

power light

Power button

6. Do one of the following:

■

If you’re projecting from a computer, turn on or restart your computer. In a few moments, you should see your computer display projected.

If you see a New Hardware Wizard message saying that it has found a plug-and-play monitor, click

Cancel

. If you see a New Hardware Wizard message about USB audio, click and follow the instructions on the screen. (Windows only).

warning

ever look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children.

■

If you’re projecting a video, press the

Play

button on your

video source.

If a projected image fails to appear, see the next section for help.

Once you see your image, turn to page 24 for instructions on focusing and making other image adjustments.

When you’re done with your presentation, shut down the projector as described on page 30. Shutting down the projector correctly prevents premature lamp failure and possible damage to the projector from overheating.

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What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

No Signal

If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the

No Signal

message

after turning on your computer or video source, try the following:

■

Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on page 12 (for laptops) or in Appendix A (for other systems).

■

Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the lens cover is off.

■

Try restarting your computer.

■

If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source, you may need to press the

Computer/YCbCr

Video

button on the projector’s control panel to select the correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.)

If you’re using a PC laptop:

■

Press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It’s often labelled with an icon such as but it may also be labelled while pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for details.

On most systems, the key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.

CRT/LCD

. You may have to hold down the Fn key

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■

Depending on your computer’s video card, you might need to use the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure that both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your computer’s documentation or online help for details.

If you’re using a PowerBook or iBook with OS 9.x:

You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:

1. From the Apple menu, select

Monitors and Sound.

2. Click the

drag one monitor

icon on top of

Arrange

the other

icon.

Control Panels

click here

, then click

3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other.

If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the Simulscan resolution settings:

1. Click the

2. Select a

Monitor

click here

Simulscan

icon.

resolution as shown. (Allow a few seconds for

the projector to sync up after making the selection.)

select a Simulscan resolution

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If you're using Macintosh OS X:

You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:

1. From the Apple menu, select

Displays

2. Make sure the

3. Click the

Make sure Mirror Displays is checked

4. Make sure the

VGA Display

Arrange tab.

Mirror Displays

System Preferences

dialog box is selected.

checkbox is selected.

, then select

Select the VGA Display dialog box

Adjusting the Image

Once you see your image, you’ll need to make certain adjustments:

Using the Projector

■

To focus or zoom your image, see below.

■

If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. See page 26.

■

If the image isn’t square, see page 27.

■

If only part of a computer image is displayed, you may need to press the

■

If the projected image is flickering or “noisy,” see page 28.

Resize

button. See page 28 for more information.

Focusing and Zooming Your Image

Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.

focus ring

Rotate the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image.

zoom ring

If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the

E-Zoom

button on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. See page 37 for instructions.

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Adjusting the Height of Your Image

If the image is too low, you can raise it by extending the projector’s foot.

1. Stand behind the projector. Press the foot release button and lift the front of the projector. This unlocks the foot.

back adjustable foot

foot release button

2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the button to lock the foot in position.

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3. If you need to straighten the image, rotate the round adjustable foot at the back of the projector.

If the image is no longer square after raising it, see the next section.

Adjusting the Image Shape

If the projected image isn’t square or has a “keystone” shape, do one or more of the following:

■

If your image looks like or , you’ve placed the projector off to one side of the screen, at an angle. Move it directly in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely. If you still can’t get a square image, press the left or right button on the projector’s control panel:

Keystone

Menu Esc

Sync+

Tracking - Tracking +

Auto

Keystone

Shift

Sync-

■

If your image looks like or , press the top or bottom

Keystone

button to correct the shape of the image. After

Menu Esc

Sync+

Tracking - Tracking +

Auto

Keystone

Shift

Sync-

correction, your image will be slightly smaller.

Menu Esc

Sync+

Tracking - Tracking +

Auto

Keystone

Shift

Sync-

Menu Esc

Sync+

Tracking - Tracking +

Auto

Keystone

Shift

Sync-

You can also perform electronic keystone correction using the projector’s Setting menu. See page 55.

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Resizing the Image

Some computer images need to be resized to display in the projector’s native resolution. If only part of your computer image is displayed, you can correct it with the

Resize

button.

Resize button

■

Press the

Resize

button on the projector’s control panel (or on the remote control). The screen image is automatically compressed.

■

Continue pressing the

Resize

button to pan around the screen in

the original resolution.

If you’re projecting from video equipment, pressing the

Resize

button switches the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9. If you’ve zoomed in on your image (using the you can press the

Resize

button to return it to the original display

E-Zoom

button on the remote),

size.

Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization

If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of detail (such as the text of a letter), you may notice one or more vertical stripes or bands, or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. You can increase the clarity by pressing the button on the projector’s control panel (or the

Auto

button on the remote control). This resets the projector’s tracking, sync, and position settings.

Auto

Auto button

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If further adjustment is needed, you can correct the image manually using the

Tracking

incorrect tracking incorrect sync

and

Sync

buttons as described on page 77.

Controlling the Projector

While giving your presentation, you may want to switch between picture sources, adjust the volume, or temporarily turn off the picture and sound. Follow the instructions below to access theses features from your projector’s control panel. You can also access these features, plus many others, using the remote control as described in Chapter 3.

Switching Between Picture Sources

If your projector is connected to more than one computer and/or video source, you can use the buttons on the control panel (or remote control) to switch between the different sources.

On the projector’s control panel, press the

Computer/YCbCr

button

to switch between computer sources and component video. Press the

Video

button to switch between standard (composite) video and

S-Video.

After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the image appears.

Adjusting the Volume

If your presentation includes sound, you can adjust the volume from the projector’s control panel.

■

To increase the volume, press on the right side of the button.

■

To reduce the volume, press on the left side of the button.

Volume

A/V Mute button

Power

Computer/YCbCr

Menu Esc

Tracking - Tracking +

Help

Video

Source

Sync+

Auto

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note

You can also have an image, such as a company logo, display on the screen whenever you press the

A/V Mute

age 53 for instructions.

button. See

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

You can use the screen and turn off the sound. This is useful if you want to temporarily re-direct your audience’s attention without the distraction of a bright screen.

■

To turn off the picture and sound, press the The screen goes dark.

■

To turn the picture and sound back on, press the button again.

A/V Mute

button on the control panel to darken your

A/V Mute

button.

note

When the projector has not received any input signals for

0 minutes, it automatically turns off the projector lamp and enters “sleep mode.” This conserves electricity, cools the

rojector, and extends the life of the lamp. If you are done using the projector, unplug the power cord. If you want to start projecting again, press the

Power

button.

Shutting Down the Projector

When you’ve finished using the projector, follow the recommended procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and protects the projector from possible overheating.

1. If you’ve connected a computer or laptop and it’s displaying only through the projector (the computer’s monitor is disconnected or turned off), shut down the computer first; otherwise you may not be able to see your computer’s display to shut it down properly.

2. To turn off the projector, press the red projector or remote control.

power light

Power button

Power

button on the

You see a confirmation message. (If you don’t want to turn it off, press any other button.)

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3. Press the

Power

button again. The power light flashes orange for about a minute and a half as the projector cools down. When the projector has cooled, the orange light stays on and the exhaust fan shuts off.

If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the orange light stops flashing. Then press the

Power

button.

4. If you extended the front foot, press the foot adjust button to retract it.

5. Replace the lens cap and unplug the power cord.

6. If you’re using a VCR or other video source, turn it off after you turn off the projector.

7. Disconnect all equipment, and store the projector in a protective case.

caution

To avoid damaging the

rojector or lamp, never unplug the power cord when the power light is green or

lashing orange.

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Using the Remote Control

he remote control lets you access your projector’s features from anywhere in the room—up to 30 feet away. You can use it to turn the projector on and off, zoom in on a portion of your image, and highlight your presentation.

If you’re using a computer and you’ve connected the mouse cable (as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A), you can use the remote control as a wireless mouse.

This chapter covers the following information:

■

Turning on and using the remote control

■

Controlling the picture and sound

■

Highlighting your presentation

■

Using the remote control as a wireless mouse

Using the Remote Control

Turning On and Using the Remote

Control

caution

When replacing batteries, take the following

recautions:

■ Don’t mix old and new

batteries.

■ Replace batteries as soon as

they run out. If the batteries leak, wipe away battery fluid with a soft cloth. If fluid gets on your hands, wash them immediately.

■ Do not expose batteries to

heat or flame.

■ Dispose of used batteries

according to local regulations.

■ Remove batteries if you

won’t be using the projector

or a long period of time.

Before using the remote control, you need to install its batteries and turn it on as described below.

Installing Batteries

Follow these steps to install or replace the batteries:

1. Press the tab to release the battery compartment cover.

tab

2. Remove the cover and insert the two AA batteries included with the projector as shown.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

Turning On the Remote Control

Make sure batteries are installed. Then push up the on/off switch on the side of the remote control to turn it on.

Turn off the remote control before transporting it or storing it in a projector case. This prevents the batteries from discharging if something presses against one of the buttons.

Using the Remote Control

When using the remote control, stand within 30 feet of the projector. Point the remote control either at the front or back of the projector or at the screen (the projector’s front sensor can detect signals bounced off the screen).

■

Press the button for the function you want to use. See the following pages for instructions.

■

For some functions, you need to use the button like a mouse to navigate on the screen. Press the edge of the button with your thumb—or grasp it between your thumb and finger and tilt it in the direction you want to move.

Controlling the Picture and Sound

You can use the remote control to select your source, adjust the volume, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the action, zoom in on the picture, or display a picture-in-picture video image. Make sure you have set up your projector and connected any equipment as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A.

Switching Between Picture Sources

If you’ve connected your projector to a computer and/or video sources, you can use the buttons on the remote control to switch between the different sources.

■

Press the source connected to the Computer 2/Component Video port on the projector.

■

Press the DVI

■

Press the

■

Press the

After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the image appears.

Comp2/YCbCr

Comp 1

Computer 1

Video

button to select a composite video source.

S-Video

button to select a computer or video

button to select a computer connected to the

port on the projector.

button to select an S-Video source.

Comp1

Video

Auto

P in P

Help

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

S-Video

Resize

Preset

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Adjusting the Volume

If you’ve connected an audio source to the projector, you can adjust the sound that’s output through the projector’s speakers.

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Freeze

Power

■

To increase the volume, press on the right side of the

Volume

button.

■

To reduce the volume, press on the left side of the

Volume

button.

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

You can use the the image and sound and darken your screen. This is useful if you want to temporarily re-direct your audience’s attention without the distraction of a bright screen.

■

To turn off the picture, press the goes dark.

■

To turn the image back on, press the button again.

You can also have an image, such as a company logo, display on the screen whenever you press the instructions.

A/V Mute

button on the remote control to turn off

A/V Mute

button. See page 53 for

button. The screen

Stopping Action

You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video or computer image.

■

Press the image on the screen. The sound will continue.

Freeze

button to stop the action and keep the current

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■

Press the

Freeze

button again to re-start it.

Zooming Your Image

You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the on the remote control.

E-Zoom

button

A/V Mute

Powe r

Freeze

1. Press the

E-Zoom

button.

A crosshair indicating the center of the zoom-in area appears on the screen.

2. Use the button to move the crosshair where you want it.

3. Press the right side of the

E-Zoom

button to enlarge the selected

area.

■

Press the button repeatedly to enlarge it up to four times in 25 steps.

■

Press and hold the button to zoom in to the size you want.

■

You can use the button to scroll around the image.

4. Press the left side of the also press the

Resize

E-Zoom Esc

button to zoom out. You can

button to return to the original size.

Resizing the Image

Some computer images need to be resized to display in the projector’s native format—1024 × 768 pixels. If only part of your computer image is displayed, you can correct it with the

Resize

button.

E-Zoom

■

Press the

Resize

button on the remote control (or on the projector’s control panel). The screen image is automatically compressed.

■

Continue pressing the

Resize

button to pan around the screen in

the original resolution.

If you’re projecting from video equipment, pressing the

Resize

button switches the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9. If you’ve zoomed in on your image (using the you can press the

Resize

button to return it to the original display

E-Zoom

button on the remote),

size.

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Displaying Picture-in-Picture Video

You can open a small video window on your computer image, and view a video at the same time as your computer presentation. If you’re using component video, you can display a second video (from a composite or S-Video source) in the window.

First make sure you have connected your VCR or other video sources as described in Chapter 1. If you’re using S-Video, you need to select it in the

P in P

menu option as described on page 55.

note

You can use the Effects buttons to switch between sounds for the presentation and video. Press Effect 1 for the main screen; press Effect 2 for the video.

1. Press the

P in P

button on the remote control. The screen may go dark for a moment, and then your video image appears in a small window on the screen. A menu appears in the lower left corner of the screen, describing how to move and resize the image.

2. Use the button to reposition the video window on the screen.

3. Press the

E-Zoom

button to enlarge or reduce the video window.

4. When the window is located and sized the way you want, press the button. The menu disappears, and your video plays on the screen.

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video window

5. When you’re finished viewing the picture-in-picture, press the

P in P

button again. The video window disappears.

Highlighting Your Presentation

You can highlight areas on the screen using the numbered buttons on the remote control. You can use these “special effects” features to annotate your presentation slides or call attention to your most important points. The following three highlighting tools are available:

■

Pointer or cursor stamp (button 1)

■

Spotlight (button 2)

■

Bar (button 3)

You can customize the highlighting tools through the Effect menu. See page 52 for instructions.

Using the Pointer

You can choose from three types of pointers and place them anywhere on your screen.

spotlight

pointer

A/V Mute

Power

Freeze

E-Zoom

bar

1. To activate the pointer tool, press button

on the remote control. A pointing hand appears in the center of the screen. To change it to an arrow, press

again. Press 1 a third time to see a different

arrow.

2. Press the side of the button (or grasp it between your thumb and finger) to move the arrow wherever you want it.

3. To “paste” the pointer on the screen, press down in the center of the button. You can then continue to work with another pointer, moving it around the screen or pasting it wherever you want.

4. To erase the pointer(s) pasted on the screen and cancel the effect, press

Esc

note

You can use the projector’s Effect menu to select different

ointers. See page 52.

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Spotlighting Your Image

With the Spotlight tool, you can highlight part of the screen.

note

You can change the color and width of the bars using the Effect menu. See page 52.

1. To activate the spotlight tool, press button

on the remote

control. A square spotlight appears on the image.

You can continue pressing button

to switch between three

spotlight sizes.

2. Use the button to move the spotlight where you want it.

Esc

3. To remove the spotlight, press

You can change the default size of the spotlight using the Effect menu; see page 52.

Using Horizontal and Vertical Highlights

With the bar tool, you can draw bold horizontal or vertical lines on the screen to underline or highlight your presentation points. You can choose from three types of bars.

1. To activate the bar tool, press button horizontal bar appears across the screen. If you want a vertical bar, press

again. If you want to try another horizontal bar, press

again.

2. Use the button to move the bar up and down the screen (or left and right if you are using the vertical bar).

on the remote control. A

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3. To cancel the bar drawing feature, press

Esc

Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse

When you use the remote control as a wireless mouse, you can control your computer or click through slideshow-style presentations (such as PowerPoint) from up to 30 feet away. This gives you more flexibility, since you won’t need to stand near your computer to change slides, for example.

To control your computer with the remote, make sure you have connected the mouse cable between the projector and your computer as described on page 13 (for laptops) or in Appendix A (for other systems).

■

To move the mouse pointer on the screen, aim the remote at the screen and press on the edge of the button with your thumb— or grasp it between your thumb and finger and tilt it in the direction you want to move. This button works like the mouse button on many laptop keyboards.

■

To click (or left-click), press the left mouse button below the button. Or, press down on the center of the button. This changes slides in a PowerPoint presentation in Slide Show mode.

■

To right-click, press the

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Esc

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

P in P

Preset

Volume

Use the button to move the mouse pointer

Esc

button.

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Esc

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

P in P

Preset

Volume

To left-click, press the left mouse button

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Esc

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

P in P

Preset

Volume

To right-click, press Esc

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A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Freeze

Power

■

To double-click, press down twice on the left mouse button.

■

To click and drag, press down on the left mouse button and then tilt the button in the direction you want to drag.

You can use the up and down arrow buttons on the remote control to move the cursor or move through a PowerPoint presentation. This works only when you use the USB mouse cable.

■

Press the down arrow to move forward through a presentation or display the next slide.

■

Press the up arrow to move backward or display the previous slide.

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Fine-tuning the Projector

ou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features. You can also create your own startup screen, customize the highlighting tools, and find out how long your lamp has been in use. This chapter covers the following information:

■

Using the menu system

■

Adjusting the image

■

Adjusting the sound

■

Customizing the highlighting controls

■

Creating your own startup screen

■

Customizing projector features

■

Viewing lamp usage and other information

■

Restoring the default settings

Fine-tuning the Projector

Using the Projector’s Menu System

The eight projector menus let you adjust and customize the projector features from either the control panel or remote control:

■

The Video menu controls the look and quality of the projected image. It lets you adjust the image position and fine-tune settings such as Brightness, Sharpness, and Contrast.

■

The Audio menu controls the volume level, treble, and bass settings.

■

The Effect menu lets you change the cursor speed and modify the highlighting tools available on the remote control.

■

The Setting menu allows you to set or adjust features such as the Picture in Picture (P in P) video source, blank screen color, A/V Mute display option, and sleep mode.

■

The User’s Logo menu lets you capture and store a custom image or logo which you can then use as a startup screen or with the A/V Mute option.

■

The Advanced menu lets you specify additional projector settings, including menu language, startup screen, color setting, and rear or ceiling projection.

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■

The About menu provides information about lamp status and computer or video settings.

■

The Reset All menu lets you restore the factory defaults for all the projector settings.

Changing Menu Settings

Esc

Comp1

Source

Video

S-Video

Comp2/YCbCr

Help

Sync+

Tracking - Tracking +

Menu Esc

Computer/YCbCr

Video

Auto

You can use the buttons on the control panel or remote control to access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps:

1. To display the menu screen, press the control panel or the remote control.

Source

control panel remote control

You see the menu screen:

button on the

menu options

menus

The eight menus are listed on the left, and the options available for the highlighted menu are shown on the right.

2. Press the

Sync+

Sync–

button on the control panel, or press up or down on the button on the remote control, to scroll through the menu list.

3. When the menu you want is highlighted, press the button on the control panel or the remote control to select it. The highlight moves to the first option for that menu.

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4. Use the

Sync+

Sync–

button (control panel) or the

button (remote control) to scroll through the list of options. (If a computer or video source isn’t connected, certain options may be unavailable.)

note

If you want to go back to the default settings on any menu, select

Yes

, press , select

Reset

, and then press .

5. Use the

Tracking–

Tracking+

button (control panel) or the button (remote control) to change the setting for the selected option.

Enabled settings are indicated by a green light, while disabled ones are blank.

Esc

6. Press the

button to return to the main menu. Your changes

are saved automatically.

7. Press

Esc

again (or the

button) to exit the menu system.

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Adjusting the Image

The Video menu lets you make adjustments to the projected image. The options available in the menu depend on which source is connected to the projector: standard computer video (analog RGB), DVI computer video (digital RGB), composite or S-Video, component video, or RGB video (standard TV).

Video menu for standard computer display (Analog-RGB)

Video menu for RGB-Video

Video menu for composite video or S-Video

Video menu for DVI computer display (Digital-RGB)

Video menu for component video

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Repositioning the Image

note

If you have repositioned the image or adjusted the sync setting, you can use the button on the control panel or the Auto button on the remote control to restore the default settings.

Follow these steps to move the image to a different position:

1. Press the

2. Press the button to select the Video menu.

3. Press to select the

button. You see the menu screen.

Position

option. You see a positioning

screen.

4. Use the

Tracking

and

Sync

buttons (control panel) or the button (remote control) to move the image left, right, up, or down.

Esc

5. When the image is positioned the way you want, press

to exit.

Adjusting Image Appearance

Follow these steps to adjust the appearance of your image:

1. Press the

2. Press the button to select the Video menu.

3. Use the

Tracking

button (remote control) to set the following options:

■

Tracking (analog computer images only)

Removes unwanted vertical lines from a computer image by matching the projector’s internal clock to the computer display signal.

button. You see the menu screen.

Sync

and

buttons (control panel) or the

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■

Sync (analog computer images only)

Corrects fuzziness by synchronizing the projector with the tracking signal sent from the computer.

■

Brightness

Lightens or darkens the overall image.

■

Contrast

Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. When

Auto

is selected (the default), the projector performs gain

adjustment periodically.

■

Color (video only)

Adjusts the color depth or intensity of the image.

■

Tint (NTSC video only)

Adjusts the balance of green to magenta in the image.

■

Sharpness

Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

■

Color Mode

Corrects the vividness of image color. You can select from the following six settings, and save a different one for each computer and/or video source:

sRGB

: To use the sRGB standard for computer displays (the

default when projecting from a computer with analog video)

High Brightness:

Meeting:

Presentation:

Theater:

For projecting without color enhancement

For optimizing movie images with natural color

For presentations in bright rooms

For presentations in dark rooms

(the default for video or S-Video display)

Amusement:

■

Resolution (analog computer images only)

Leave this setting at

For optimizing games

Auto

to allow the projector to detect the video signal automatically. If the projector is unable to sync up with the computer, select

Manual

settings.

■

Video Signal (video only)

PAL60

Auto

unless you are using a 60-hertz PAL

Leave this setting at system (select

■

Noise Reduction (video only)

Reduces visual “noise.” This is especially useful when text and video images are combined, as in movies with subtitles.

4. When the image is set correctly, press are automatically saved.

and choose one of the

Esc or Menu

. Your settings

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Saving and Recalling Computer Settings

When you are projecting from an analog computer source, you can save and recall settings (resolution, tracking, sync signal, and position) in up to five different combinations. This is useful if you use more than one computer with the projector; you can save the settings for each one and recall them when necessary. Follow these steps to save the projector’s current settings:

1. Press the

button to display the Main menu.

2. Press the button to select the Video menu.

3. Use the (remote control) to move down to the

Sync–

button (control panel) or the button

Preset

option.

4. Press . You see the Preset Selection menu with the current resolution setting displayed.

5. Use the

Sync–

button (control panel) or the button (remote control) to select the number to which you want to assign the current settings.

6. Press . If you see an

Overwrite?

prompt, select

Yes

and

press .

7. Press

Esc

When you want to use a saved setting, press the

to exit.

Preset

button on the

remote control. You see the selected setting displayed on the screen.

To select another number, press the

Preset

button again until the setting number you want is displayed. The projector resets itself according to the selected setting.

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Adjusting the Sound

You can use the Audio menu to select the audio source or adjust the sound volume or treble/bass balance.

1. Press the

2. Use the (remote control) to highlight

button. You see the menu screen.

Sync–

button (control panel) or the button

Audio

. You see the following:

3. Press to select the Audio menu.

4. Use the

Tracking

and

Sync

buttons (control panel) or

the button (remote control) to set the following options:

■

Audio Input Audio 1 Audio2

is automatically selected for computer sound, and

for video. Select

USB

to amplify computer sound

through a USB cable connected to the projector.

■

Volume

■

Treble

■

Bass

5. When you’re finished adjusting the sound, press

Esc

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Customizing the Highlighting Tools

The highlighting tools let you add pointers and other types of annotations to your image, as described on pages 39 to 41. You can use the Effect menu to customize these tools and set the pointer speed for highlighting. The tools to their default settings.

Reset

option lets you return all the highlighting

1. Press the

2. Use the (remote control) to highlight

button. You see the main menu.

Sync–

button (control panel) or the button

Effect

. You see the Effect menu:

3. Press to select the Effect menu.

4. Use the

Tracking

and

Sync

buttons (control panel) or the

button (remote control) to customize the following:

■

Pointer/Stamp

Lets you define the shape and size for three different pointers.

■

Spotlight

Lets you choose a large, medium, or small spotlight.

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■

Bar

Lets you define three different bars. For each one, you can set the color and width, and choose between vertical and horizontal.

■

Pointer speed

Lets you choose low, medium, or high speed.

5. When you’re finished customizing the highlighting tools, press

Esc

. Your selections are saved.

Creating Your Own Startup Screen

You can transfer any image from your computer or video source to the projector, and then use it as your startup screen. You can also use it as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal or when you press the logo, slogan, photograph, or any other image you want to use.

Capturing the Image

Start by displaying the image you want to use. It can be an image from either a computer or video source such as a DVD player or digital camera. Then follow these steps to capture the image and transfer it to the projector:

A/V Mute

button. The image can be a company

1. Press the You see the menu screen.

2. Use the (remote control) to highlight the press .

3. When you see the screen shown at right, select A selection box displays over the image.

4. Use the button (remote control) to select the area of the image you want to use. Then press .

button on the control panel or remote control.

Sync–

Tracking

button (control panel) or the button

and

User’s Logo

Sync

buttons (control panel) or the

menu, then

Yes

and press .

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5. When you see the message “Do you use this image?” select

and press .

You see the screen shown at the left.

Yes

note

You can also set up your image as the startup screen using the Advanced menu; see

age 57.

6. Use the

Tracking

and

Sync

buttons (control panel) or the button (remote control) to select a zoom rate (display size), and then press .

7. When the message “Do you save the user’s logo?” appears, select

Yes

and press .

Saving the logo may take a few moments. Do not use your projector or video source (computer, DVD player, etc.) while the logo is being saved.

8. When you see the message “Saving the user’s logo is completed,” press

Esc

to return to the menu screen.

Choosing When to Display the Image

After your image is saved, you can set it up as the no-signal message and/or the screen that’s displayed when you press

1. Press the

button to display the menu screen (if not already

A/V Mute

displayed).

Sync–

2. Use the (remote control) to highlight the

button (control panel) or the button

Setting

menu.

3. Press the button to select the Setting menu.

4. Use the (remote control) to highlight either

Mute

, depending on when you want the image to display.

5. Use the (remote control) to select

Sync–

button (control panel) or the button

Tracking+

No-Signal Msg

. or

A/V

button (control panel) or the button

Logo

. This sets your image as the screen

to be displayed.

6. When you’re finished, press

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Esc

to exit.

Customizing Projector Features

You can use the Setting menu to disable the projector’s sleep mode, adjust the image shape, and customize several other features.

1. Press the

2. Use the (remote control) to highlight

Sync–

button.

button (control panel) or the button

Setting

. You see the options and

their settings on the right side:

3. Press to select the Setting menu.

4. Use the

Tracking

the button (remote control) to set the following options:

■

V-Keystone or H-Keystone

Correct the shape of the image. Keystone correction makes the image smaller, especially if you use both vertical

V-Keystone

( you need to adjust the shape in both directions, adjust the vertical first. If the image looks uneven after you adjust the shape, decrease the Sharpness setting (see page 49).

Sync

and

buttons (control panel) or

) and horizontal (

H-Keystone

) correction. If

■

P in P

Selects the source used by the picture-in-picture display (standard composite video or S-Video).

■

No-Signal Msg.

Selects a screen color or image to display when the projector is not receiving a signal. The logo setting displays an image that you have transferred to the projector (see page 53).

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■

Prompt

Turns off the identifying text that appears briefly when you switch picture sources. (It’s best to leave this on.)

■

A/V Mute

Selects the screen color or image to display when you press

A/V Mute

the

button. The logo setting displays an image that

you have transferred to the projector (see page 53).

■

Comp1 Input

Specifies the format for input to the

Digital-RGB/Analog-RGB, Analog-RGB

■

Comp2/YCbCr Input

Specifies the format for input to the

Component Video Analog-RGB.

DVD images

port. If the source is a computer, select

If the source is a video device, select

YPbPr

for progressive scan DVD or HDTV

Computer1

RGB-Video.

, or

Computer 2/

port. Select

YCbCr

images.

■

Sleep mode

When sleep mode is on, the projector turns off the lamp if it has not received any input signals for 30 minutes. Turn sleep mode off if you want the lamp to remain on all the time.

for

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5. When you’re finished, press

Esc

Setting Advanced Features

You can use the Advanced menu to configure the projector for rear projection or ceiling mounting, and adjust several other features.

1. Press the

2. Use the (remote control) to highlight their settings on the right side:

3. Press

button.

Sync–

button (control panel) or the button

Advanced

to select the Advanced menu.

. You see the features and

4. Use the

Tracking

and

Sync

buttons (control panel) or

the button (remote control) to set the following options:

■

Language

Select from 9 languages to be used for the projector menus.

■

Startup Screen

Turn on to display your captured image or logo whenever the projector starts. (See page 53 for more information.)

■

Color Adjustment

Adjusts the color temperature of the projected image. Select

Color Temp.

10000 K. Select blue values, as shown. (Not available if

to set a temperature between 5000 and

RGB

to adjust individual red, green, and

sRGB

the Color Mode setting in the Video menu. See page 49 for more information.)

■

Rear Proj.

Turn on to project from behind onto a transparent screen.

is selected as

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note

If you access the About menu when the projector display is set to video, you see only the lamp life and the video signal setting.

■

Ceiling

Turn on when the projector is mounted upside-down from the ceiling.

■

COM Port

Switches between serial (

RS-232C

) and

USB

communication

for programming/projector control.

5. When you’re finished, press

Esc

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information

Use the About menu to view information about the display settings of your computer and the number of hours the lamp has been used.

1. Press the

2. Use the (remote control) to highlight

You see the lamp usage hours and computer display settings on the right:

button. You see the main menu.

Sync–

button (control panel) or the button

About

note

The lamp usage timer doesn’t register until you’ve used the lamp for at least 10 hours.

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The life span of the lamp is about 1500 hours. If the number shown is close to 1500, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.

After you change the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer.

3. If you have changed the lamp, press to select

Timer.

Press to confirm the reset.

Press again, then select

Yes

when you see the prompt.

Reset Lamp

4. When you’re finished, press

Esc or Menu

Restoring the Default Settings

The Reset All option lets you return all the projector settings to their default values.

Reset All

Select remote control to display the confirmation screen. Select all the default settings or

and press the button on the control panel or

Yes

to reset

to cancel.

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warning

Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the

rojector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages in the

rojector can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product yourself, except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide. Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel.

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

our projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. Any dirt or smears on the lens may show up on your projected image.

You also need to periodically clean the air filter on top of the projector. A clogged air filter can block ventilation needed to cool the projector and keep it from overheating.

The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter. If any other part needs replacing, contact your dealer or a qualified servicer.

This chapter covers the following:

■

Cleaning the lens

■

Cleaning the projector case

■

Cleaning and replacing the air filter

■

Replacing the lamp

■

Transporting the projector

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Cleaning the Lens

Clean the lenses whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.

■

Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.

■

To remove dirt or smears on the lenses, use lens-cleaning paper. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.

Remove the cap before cleaning

Cleaning the Projector Case

Before you clean the case, first turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.

■

To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

■

To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent. Then wipe the case.

■

Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.

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Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter

Clean the air filter on the bottom of the projector after every 100 hours of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. To clean the air filter, follow these steps:

1. Turn off the projector, allow it to cool down, and unplug the power cord.

2. Stand the projector on end with the handle on top to keep dust and dirt from falling inside.

3. To clean the filter, EPSON recommends using a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If you don’t have one, gently clean the filter using a very soft brush (such as an artist’s camel-hair brush).

If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is broken, replace it. Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United States to obtain a new one. In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

note

When you get a replacement lamp for your projector, a new air filter is included. You should replace the filter when you replace the lamp.

4. If you need to replace the filter, press the arrow tab and lift up the

filter to remove it.

Press the arrow tab

5. To install a new filter, first insert the tabs, then press down until it clicks in place.

warning

Be extremely careful when removing the lamp module. In the unlikely event that the bulb has ruptured, small glas fragments may be present an should be removed with caution.

If your projector is mounted on the ceiling, you should unmount it before accessing the lamp compartment. This will make it easier for you to replace the lamp and minimize the chance of any small glass fragments dropping from the projector.

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Replacing the Lamp

The projection lamp typically lasts for about 1500 hours of use. It is time to replace the lamp when:

■

The projection image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.

■

The lamp warning light is red or flashing red.

■

The message lamp comes on (after about 1400 hours of use). To maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as soon as possible.

Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United States for a replacement lamp. Request part number Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral

LAMP REPLACE

appears on the screen when the

V13H010L15

. In

Follow these steps to replace the lamp:

1. Turn off the projector, wait for it to cool down (when the light stops flashing), then unplug the power cord.

2. Allow the projector to cool for at least half an hour (if it has been on).

3. Use a screwdriver to slide the latch and pop open the lamp cover. Then lift up and remove it.

4. Use a screwdriver to loosen the two silver screws holding the lamp in place. (You can’t remove these screws.)

warning

Let the lamp cool before replacing it. If the lamp breaks, handle the shards carefully to avoid injury.

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caution

Do not touch the glass

ortion of the lamp assembly. Touching the glass could result in premature lamp

ailure.

5. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.

6. Gently insert the new lamp.

7. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws.

8. To replace the lamp cover, insert the tabs and then snap the cover into place. (The projector won’t come on if the lamp cover is loose.)

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Resetting the Lamp Timer

After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the projector’s menu.

1. Press the control. You see the main menu.

button on the control panel or the remote

2. Use the control) to highlight

Sync–

button (control panel) or the button (remote

About

You see the lamp usage hours and other settings.

3. Press

to select

Reset Lamp Timer.

Press again. You see this

prompt:

Yes

4. Select

5. When you’re finished, press

, then press .

Esc or Menu

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

Transporting the Projector

note

EPSON shall not be liable

or any damages incurred

during transportation.

The projector contains many glass and precision parts. If you need to transport it, follow these packing guidelines to prevent damage to the projector:

■

When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning around the projector.

■

When transporting the projector a long distance, first put it in a carrying case (such as an optional EPSON case), then pack it in a firm box, using cushioning around the case.

■

If you want to store the remote control inside the projector’s carrying case, be sure to turn it off using the switch on its side. This prevents the batteries from discharging if something presses against one of the buttons.

■

When you are hand-carrying the projector, use the carrying handle.

carrying handle

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Solving Problems

his chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself. This chapter explains the following:

■

Using the projector’s on-screen help system

■

What to do when the projector’s status lights flash

■

Solving problems with the image or sound

■

Solving problems with the remote control

■

Contacting technical support

Solving Problems

Using On-Screen Help

Esc

Comp1

Source

Video

S-Video

Comp2/YCbCr

Help

Power

Menu Esc

Help

Computer/YCbCr

Video

If the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can get help by pressing the blue on the remote control. The following choices are available:

■

Help for the image

■

Help for the sound

■

Language selection (Language)

Follow these steps to get help:

1. Press the blue

? Help

control.

control panel remote control

? Help

button on top of the projector or

button on the projector or the remote

Solving Problems

You see the Help menu:

2. Press the use the button on the remote control) to highlight one of the options. Then press the button to select it.

3. Press the (or use the button on the remote control) to highlight the problem you want to solve. Then press the button to view the solution(s).

Sync+

Tracking–

Sync–

Tracking+

doesn't

button on the projector (or

button on the projector

4. Highlight a solution (if this choice is available). Then press the button to select the solution.

Press the

Esc

button if you need to back up.

If the solution is to adjust one of the settings, press either the

Tracking–

Tracking+

button on the projector (or

use the button on the remote control) to adjust it.

5. To exit the Help system, press the blue

? Help

button.

If none of the suggestions solves your problem, see additional solutions to problems in the following sections.

What To Do When the Lights Flash

The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status and let you know when a problem occurs.

power lightlamp light temperature

light

If the projector is not working correctly, first turn it off, let it cool, and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this does not solve the problem, check the status lights on top of the projector and try the solutions recommended on the following pages.

Solving Problems

Refer to the following table for a complete description of the projector’s status lights and their meaning:

Status lights

Light Status Description

orange The projector is in sleep mode. You can unplug it or press the Power

button to turn it on.

flashing green The projector is warming up. Wait for the image to appear.

green The projector is operating normally.

flashing orange The projector is cooling down. You can’t turn it back on (and you should

not unplug it) until the light stops flashing and remains orange.

flashing red Power is cut off because of an internal problem. Remove the power cord

and contact EPSON for help.

red The lamp is burned out. Replace it as described on page 64.

flashing orange The lamp is almost burned out. Make sure you have a replacement lamp

ready.

flashing red There is a problem with the lamp, power supply, fan, or circuit. If

necessary, replace the lamp as described on page 64.

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flashing orange The projector is too hot. Make sure the temperature surrounding the

projector does not exceed 95 around and under the projector for ventilation.

The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace it as described on page 63.

red The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off automatically. Wait

until the cooling fan stops, then unplug the power cord. Plug the power cord back in and press the temperature is not above 95 °F (35 °C) and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation.

The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace it as described on page 63.

If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter, the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Contact EPSON for help.

Warning:

attempt to service this product yourself.

flashing red There is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Turn off

the projector and unplug it. Contact EPSON for help.

Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not

F (35 °C) and there is plenty of space

Power

button. Make sure the room

The power light is flashing orange and you cannot turn on the projector.

The lamp is cooling down. Wait until the light turns off and then press the

Power

button to turn on the projector.

The power light does not come on.

Make sure the power cord is connected securely both at the power outlet and the projector. If you have just replaced the lamp, make sure the cover is securely fastened.

Solving Problems with the Image or Sound

No image appears on the screen.

■

Check that the cap is off.

■

The projector may be in sleep mode. If the orange, press the

P power light is green, not flashing, and the lens

P power light is

Power

button to turn the projector on.

■

If the power was switched off and then on again, the projector may still be cooling down. Wait until the power light stops flashing and remains orange; then press the

■

Try pressing the

■

Make sure the

Power

Brightness

button on the remote control.

setting on the Video menu is correct.

See page 48 for more information. Try selecting the

Power

button again.

Reset All

setting to return all setup menus to their default values.

■

Press the

A/V Mute

button to make sure the picture has not been

turned off temporarily.

■

The attached computer may be in sleep mode or displaying a black screen saver. Try pressing a key on the computer.

Solving Problems

You see a blue screen with the message

■

Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in

No Signal

displayed.

Chapter 1.

■

Try restarting your computer.

■

If you’ve connected a computer and one or more video sources, you may need to press the (on the projector) or the

S-Video

button (on the remote control) to select the correct

Computer/YCbCr

Comp1, Comp2/YCbCr, Video

Video

source. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.

If you’re using a PC laptop:

■

Hold down the Fn key and press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may have an icon such as

, or it may be labelled

CRT/LCD

. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for details.

On most systems, the key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time.

button

, or

Solving Problems

■

If you’re using a PowerBook or iBook with OS 9.x:

1. From the Apple menu, select

Monitors and Sound

2. Click the

Arrange

icon.

Control Panels

, then click

3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen.

4. If this option isn’t available, click the

5. Select one of the listed

Simulscan

Monitor

icon.

resolutions. (Allow a few

seconds for the projector to sync up after making the selection.)

If you’re using Macintosh OS X:

1. Select

2. Select

System Preferences

Displays

3. Make sure the

4. Click the

Arrange

5. Make sure the

The message

■

Make sure the

Not Supported

VGA Display

tab.

Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.

Comp1 Input

dialog box is selected.

is displayed.

Comp2/ YCbCr

and

options in the

Setting menu are correct. See page 56.

■

Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA

(1600

1200), and the frequency is supported by the projector (see page 106). If necessary, change your computer’s resolution setting as described on the following page.

Only part of the computer image is displayed.

■

Press the

■

Make sure the image menu. See page 48 for more information.

Resize

button on the remote control.

Position

setting is correct on the Video

■

Make sure your computer’s resolution setting is correct. Ideally, it should be 1024

768 (811p and 820p) or 800 × 600 (600p) to match the projector’s native resolution. If this option isn’t available, select one of the other compatible video formats listed on page 106.

■

Windows: Right-click the desktop, select

Properties

, click the

tab, and select a different resolution.

■

Macintosh: On the Apple menu, choose

Monitors and Sound

Control Panels

, then click

. Select a different resolution.

Settings

Solving Problems

■

You also may need to modify existing presentation files if you created them for a different resolution. See your software documentation for specific information.

The image isn’t square, but trapezoid-shaped.

■

If you’ve tilted the projector upward by extending the legs, the image will be broader at the top. Hold down the or button on top of the projector until the image is square.

■

If the projector isn’t directly in front of the screen, facing the screen squarely, the image will be broader at the left or right side. Hold down the or button on top of the projector until the image is square.

The image contains static or noise.

■

Make sure the

Comp1 Input

Comp2/ YCbCr

and

options in the

Setting menu are correct. See page 56.

■

If you’re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet (2 meters), or an extension cable, the image quality may be reduced.

■

Keep your computer and video cables away from the power cord as much as possible to prevent interference.

■

The video signal may be split between the computer and the projector. If you notice a decline in the projected image quality when the image is displayed simultaneously on your laptop computer and the projector, turn off the laptop’s LCD display.

The image is blurry.

■

There may be dirt or smears on the lens. Clean the lens as described on page 62.

■

Adjust the focus using the focus ring.

■

Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. You may need to wait before using the projector after moving it from a cold environment to a warm environment.

Solving Problems

■

Adjust the

Sharpness

setting on the Video menu (see page 48). When you change video settings, you should be able to see the effect on the screen immediately. If you’re projecting from a computer, you may also need to adjust the tracking and sync as described in the next section. If you don’t like the new settings, you can always select

Reset

to return to the factory default

settings.

You see vertical stripes or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section.

■

If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail, you may notice one or more vertical stripes or bands, or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. Press the button on the projector or the on the remote control. This resets the projector’s tracking and sync settings.

Auto

button

■

If further adjustment is needed, you can fine-tune the and

Sync

settings manually using the buttons on the projector’s

Tracking

control panel (or using the Video menu as described on page 48).

1. Fill the screen with an image containing fine detail when

making these adjustments. For example, in Windows you can select a pattern to appear as your desktop background. If this option isn’t available, try projecting black text on a white background.

2. Hold down the

Tracking+

Shift

button and press the

Tracking–

buttons to eliminate vertical stripes.

Tracking - Tracking +

Auto

Sync-

Keystone

Shift

(If you don’t see any changes on screen while pressing the buttons, select

Reset All

in the projector’s menu system as

described on page 59; then repeat the tracking adjustment.)

Solving Problems

3. Hold down the

Shift

button and press the

buttons to increase the sharpness of the image.

Sync–

and

Sync+

Tracking - Tracking +

Auto

Sync+

note

Because of the different technologies used, your

rojected image may not

exactly match the colors on

our laptop or computer

monitor.

Sync-

Keystone

Shift

The colors of the image are not right.

■

If you’re displaying a computer image, use the

option in the projector’s Video menu to adjust the color. If you’re

displaying video, adjust the

Color, Tint

settings on the Video menu.

■

Try changing the

Color Adjustment

setting on the Advanced

menu.

■

Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance.

Color Mode

, and

Color Mode

There is no sound.

■

Try turning up the volume. Press the right side of the

button on the remote control or the projector’s control panel.

■

If you’re using a VCR or other video source, make sure the

volume is not turned all the way down or muted. Also, make sure

the cables are connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1.

Volume

■

If your presentation includes computer audio, make sure the

volume control on your computer is not turned all the way down

or muted. Make sure the USB cable is securely connected to the

projector and your computer, and the drivers are installed (if

you’re using a Macintosh, audio via a USB cable is supported on

Mac OS 9.0 and 9.1 only.) If you’re using the audio cable, make

sure it is securely connected to both the projector and your

computer’s headphone jack or audio out jack. See page 14

(for laptops) or Appendix A (for other systems).

Solving Problems

■

Make sure the Windows volume controls on your computer are not turned all the way down or set to Mute. You may be able to check this by clicking the volume control in your Windows System Tray (lower right corner of the screen).

■

Make sure the

■

The wrong source may be selected. Press the

Video

Comp2/YCbCr

A/V Mute

button is not enabled.

button on the projector—or the

Video

, or

S-Video

button on the remote

Computer/YCbCr

Comp1,

control—to select the correct source.

Solving Problems with the Remote Control

The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands.

■

Make sure the remote control is turned on.

■

Make sure you are within 30 feet (9 meters) of the projector, and within range of the projector’s front or back sensor (approximately 30° to left or right and 15° above or below).

■

The remote control batteries may not be installed correctly or may be low on power. To change the batteries, see page 34.

■

Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescents. Make sure the projector is not in direct sunlight. Strong lighting, especially fluorescent lights, may affect the projector’s infrared receivers.

on/off switch

■

Turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant room heater.

You can’t control the mouse pointer with the remote control.

Make sure the cable is securely connected to both your computer’s mouse or USB port and the projector’s mouse or USB port. For details, see page 13 (for laptops) or Appendix A (for other systems).

Solving Problems

Where To Get Help

EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services 24 hours a day, as listed in the following table.

Service Access

World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s product support page at

http://support.epson.com.

troubleshooting information, download product documentation, and receive technical advice through e-mail.

Presenters Online Access tips, templates, and training for developing successful presentations at

http://www.presentersonline.com

Telephone Support Services

After selecting your product, you can access

To use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the EPSON PrivateLine Support card included in your owner’s kit. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6

to 6PM,

Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the duration of your warranty period.

You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers:

■

U.S.: (562) 276-4394, 6AM to 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday

through Friday

■

Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6AM to 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday

through Friday

Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Before you call, please have the following information ready:

■

Product name (EPSON PowerLite 600p, 811p, or 820p)

■

Product serial number (located on the bottom of the projector)

■

Computer configuration

■

Description of the problem

Solving Problems

You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or by visiting the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

his appendix explains how to connect the projector to a desktop PC or Macintosh, high-end workstation, more than one computer, or a DVI video source. It also provides guidance on setting up the projector in a permanent installation.

The following information is covered:

■

Installing the projector

■

Connecting to a PC desktop computer

■

Connecting to a desktop Macintosh

■

Connecting to a second computer

■

Connecting to a high-end workstation

■

Connecting to a DVI video source

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Installing the Projector

The projector can be installed for four different viewing setups: front projection, ceiling mounting, rear projection onto a semi-transparent screen, or rear/ceiling projection, as shown:

note

See “Positioning the Projector” on page 10 for more information.

front projection

rear projection

To project from overhead, you’ll need to select

ceiling mounting

rear/ceiling projection

Ceiling

projector’s Advanced menu. To project from the rear, select

Proj

. See “Setting Advanced Features” on page 57.

If you’re mounting the projector on the ceiling and you place it above screen level, you’ll have to tilt it down to position the image on-screen. This causes the image to lose its square shape. You can then correct the distortion by using the

V Keystone

function in the projector’s menu system (see “Customizing Projector Features” on page 55) or by using the

Keystone

buttons on the projector’s control panel.

If you place the projector’s lens so it’s level with the top of the screen, the image will be square and you won’t have to adjust it. If you place the lens lower than the top of the screen, you’ll have to tilt the projector upward if you want to fill the whole screen with the image.

in the

Rear

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Controlling the Projector from a Computer

If you want to be able to control the projector’s settings from a computer, you can install the EMP Link program. You can download this program, plus its User’s Guide, from EPSON’s web site at support.epson.com. You’ll also need a serial or USB cable to connect the projector to the computer.

Connecting to an External Audio System

The projector’s internal speakers are loud enough for most rooms. However, if your installation requires maximum volume and sound quality, you can connect the projector to external speakers or a public address (PA) system. This disables the projector’s internal speakers.

If you’ve connected multiple audio and video sources to the projector, the projector will automatically switch the audio along with the video source whenever you choose a different video source. (See “Switching Between Picture Sources” on page 29 or page 35.)

To connect the projector to an external sound system, you will need an RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo audio cable, which may be included with your sound system, or may be purchased from an electronics store.

Before you start, make sure the projector and speakers or PA system are turned off.

1. Connect the cable’s 3.5-mm stereo miniplug to the projector’s

Audio Out

jack.

2. Connect the RCA plugs on the opposite end of the cable to the left and right jacks of your speaker or PA system.

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Audio Out jack

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer

You can connect the projector to any IBM-compatible PC. This section includes instructions for the following:

■

Connecting the computer cable

■

Connecting the mouse cable (if you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use USB audio)

■

Connecting the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio)

Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect. Before beginning, make sure the projector and computer are turned off. If you need help with positioning the projector, see page 10.

Connecting the Computer Cable

1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of the computer.

2. If you’ll be viewing the display on your computer monitor as well as the projector screen, connect the monitor cable to the projector’s

Monitor Ou

t port, as shown.

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Monitor Out port

3. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s

Computer2/Component Video

port, as shown.

Computer2/Component Video Port

4. Connect the other end of the cable to the computer’s video port.

5. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Connecting the Mouse Cable

note

If you have a PC with a serial mouse port, you’ll need a serial mouse cable. See your projector dealer to obtain the correct cable.

To use the remote control as a mouse, follow the steps below. You’ll use a different mouse cable, depending on whether your computer has a round PS/2 mouse port or a flat USB port.

The USB cable also provides audio support. If your computer supports USB and your presentation includes sound, you can play it through the projector’s speakers by connecting the USB cable.

1. Connect the square end of the USB cable to the projector’s USB port as shown.

USB port

USB cable

2. Disconnect your mouse from the port on the back of your computer and replace it with the other end of the cable. (Your computer’s mouse will be disabled while you are using the remote control as a mouse.)

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Connecting the Audio Cable

If your presentation includes sound and you want to use the projector’s built-in speakers, you’ll need to connect a stereo, mini-jack audio cable (not included). If you connected the USB cable, you may not need a separate audio cable.

1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the projector.

audio cable

Audio 1

jack on the

Audio 1 jack

2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the speaker or audio out port on the computer’s sound card.

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh

note

Macintosh configurations vary. See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector. Older models may require a Macintosh adapter set, which you may purchase

rom EPSON; see page 7.

You can connect the projector to any desktop Macintosh. This section includes instructions for the following:

■

Connecting the computer cable

■

Connecting the mouse cable (if you want to use your remote control as a mouse or use USB audio)

■

Connecting the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio)

Connecting the Computer Cable

1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of the Macintosh.

2. If you’ll be viewing the display on your computer monitor as well as the projector screen, connect the monitor cable to the projector’s

Monitor Out

port, as shown.

Monitor Out port

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3. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s

Computer 2/ Component Video

Macintosh desktop adapter (if needed)

port, as shown.

Computer2/Component Video port

4. Connect the other end of the computer cable to the video port on the Macintosh. If it doesn’t fit, you may have to use a Macintosh desktop adapter, which you can buy from EPSON (see page 7).

To use the adapter, remove its cover as shown and set its DIP switches according to the resolution you want to use, such as 16-inch mode. See your Macintosh documentation for instructions.

Replace the cover and connect the adapter to the free end of the computer video cable. Then plug the cable (with the adapter) into the video port on your Macintosh.

5. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Connecting the Mouse Cable

To use the remote control as a mouse follow the steps below. If the Macintosh has a USB port, you can use the USB mouse cable included with the projector. If it has a round mouse port, you’ll need a Macintosh mouse cable; see your projector dealer for help in obtaining the correct cable.

The USB cable also provides audio support on Mac OS 9.0 and 9.1. If your Macintosh supports USB and your presentation includes sound, you can play it through the projector’s speakers by connecting the USB cable.

1. Connect the square end of the USB cable to the projector’s

USB

port.

USB port

USB cable

2. Disconnect your Macintosh’s mouse cable. Connect the other end of the projector’s mouse cable to a USB port on your Macintosh.

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Connecting the Audio Cable

1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the

Audio 1

jack on the

projector.

audio cable

2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the speaker or audio out port on the Macintosh.

Audio1 jack

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Connecting to a Second Computer

To connect a second computer to the projector, you need to use the projector’s cable, unless the computer supports DVI (Digital Visual Interface) video.

1. Connect one end of the cable to the computer’s video port.

Computer1

port. You’ll need the optional DVI-analog

2. Connect the other end to the projector’s

Computer1

port as

shown.

Computer 1 port

3. To display images properly, make sure the

Comp1 Input

option in the projector’s Setting menu is set correctly. See page 56 for instructions.

4. If you want to hear the computer’s audio through the projector, you’ll need to connect the USB cable or purchase an RCA-to-

3.5 mm stereo cable (available from your electronics store or video dealer).

Insert the cable’s 3.5-mm plug into your computer’s audio-out port. Then attach the connectors at the other end of the cable to the projector’s

jack and the red plug to the R jack.

Audio 2

jacks, matching the white plug to the

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Connecting to a High-End Workstation

There is no across-the-board standard for workstation video output. However, your PowerLite projector is capable of remapping input resolutions up to 1600 SXGA standard and use the HD15 (standard VGA) connector won’t need an adapter cable or any special connection device. If your system varies, contact your computer dealer for help in connecting your workstation.

1200 pixels. Workstations that follow the

Connecting to a DVI Video Source

The projector’s DVI (Digital Visual Interface) port receives pictures directly from your computer in digital format. This lets the projector display images of greater clarity than can be achieved using a standard analog VGA connection.

To project images in digital video format, follow these steps:

1. Connect the computer’s DVI cable to the projector’s port.

Computer1

Computer1 port

2. To display images properly, make sure the in the projector’s Setting menu is set correctly. See page 56 for instructions.

If you want to connect audio for this computer, use the projector’s

Audio 1

control as a wireless mouse), use the

port; if you want to connect a mouse cable (to use the remote

Mouse

Comp1 Input

USB

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

port.

option

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Epson 820P, 600P, 811P User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Welcome

Getting the Most from Your Projector

Using Your Documentation

Getting More Information

Registration and Warranty

Unpacking the Projector

Additional Components

Optional Accessories

Positioning the Projector

Connecting to a Laptop Computer

Connecting the Computer Cable

Amplifying Computer Audio

Connecting to Video Sources

Connecting the RCA A/V Cable

Connecting an S-Video Cable

Connecting a Component Video Cable

Turning On Your Equipment

Turning On the Projector

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

Adjusting the Image

Focusing and Zooming Your Image

Adjusting the Height of Your Image

Adjusting the Image Shape

Resizing the Image

Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization

Controlling the Projector

Switching Between Picture Sources

Adjusting the Volume

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

Shutting Down the Projector

Installing Batteries

Turning On the Remote Control

Using the Remote Control

Controlling the Picture and Sound

Switching Between Picture Sources

Adjusting the Volume

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

Stopping Action

Zooming Your Image

Resizing the Image

Displaying Picture-in-Picture Video

Highlighting Your Presentation

Using the Pointer

Spotlighting Your Image

Using Horizontal and Vertical Highlights

Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse

Using the Projector’s Menu System

Changing Menu Settings

Adjusting the Image

Repositioning the Image

Adjusting Image Appearance

Saving and Recalling Computer Settings

Adjusting the Sound

Customizing the Highlighting Tools

Creating Your Own Startup Screen

Capturing the Image

Choosing When to Display the Image

Customizing Projector Features

Setting Advanced Features

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information

Restoring the Default Settings

Cleaning the Lens

Cleaning the Projector Case

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter

Replacing the Lamp

Resetting the Lamp Timer

Transporting the Projector

Using On-Screen Help

What To Do When the Lights Flash

Solving Problems with the Image or Sound

Solving Problems with the Remote Control

Where To Get Help

Telephone Support Services

Installing the Projector

Controlling the Projector from a Computer