Epson BrightLink 1480Fi, BrightLink 1485Fi User Manual

BrightLink 1480Fi/1485Fi User's Guide

BrightLink 1480Fi/1485Fi User's Guide ................................................................................................... 13

Introduction to Your Projector ................................................................................................................. 14

Projector Features.............................................................................................................................. 14

Product Box Contents.................................................................................................................... 16

Additional Components ................................................................................................................ 17

Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts................................................................................. 18

Warranty and Registration Information .......................................................................................... 19

Notations Used in the Documentation ................................................................................................ 20

Where to Go for Additional Information .............................................................................................. 20

Additional Projector Software and Manuals........................................................................................ 20

Projector Part Locations ..................................................................................................................... 22

Projector Parts - Front/Side ........................................................................................................... 23

Projector Parts - Top/Side ............................................................................................................. 24

Projector Parts - Interface.............................................................................................................. 25

Projector Parts - Base.................................................................................................................... 26

Projector Parts - Control Panel ...................................................................................................... 27

Projector Parts - Remote Control................................................................................................... 28

Projector Parts - Interactive Pens .................................................................................................. 30

Projector Parts - Pen Stand (BrightLink 1485Fi)............................................................................ 31

Projector Parts - Control Pad (BrightLink 1485Fi).......................................................................... 32

Projector Parts - Touch Unit .......................................................................................................... 33

Setting Up the Projector ........................................................................................................................... 35

Projector Placement........................................................................................................................... 35

Projector Setup and Installation Options ....................................................................................... 36

Projection Distance........................................................................................................................ 38

Removing and Attaching the Cable Cover.......................................................................................... 39

Projector Connections........................................................................................................................ 39

Connecting to Computer Sources.................................................................................................. 40

Connecting to a Computer for USB Video and Audio................................................................ 40

Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video................................................................................. 42

Connecting to a Computer for HDMI Video and Audio.............................................................. 42

Connecting to a Computer for Pen and Finger Use................................................................... 43

Connecting a Computer to the Control Pad............................................................................... 44

Connecting to a Computer for Sound........................................................................................ 45

Connecting to Video Sources ........................................................................................................ 46

Connecting to an HDMI Video Source ...................................................................................... 46

Connecting to a Composite Video Source ................................................................................ 47

Connecting to a Video Source for Sound .................................................................................. 48

Connecting External Output Devices............................................................................................. 48

Connecting to an External Computer Monitor ........................................................................... 49

Connecting to an External HDMI Monitor.................................................................................. 50

Connecting to External Speakers.............................................................................................. 50

Connecting a Microphone.............................................................................................................. 51

Connecting to External USB Devices ............................................................................................ 52

USB Device Projection.............................................................................................................. 52

Connecting a USB Device or Camera to the Projector.............................................................. 53

Connecting a USB Device to the Control Pad ........................................................................... 54

Selecting the Connected USB Source ...................................................................................... 55

Disconnecting a USB Device From the Control Pad or Projector.............................................. 55

Connecting to a Document Camera .............................................................................................. 55

Connecting a Printer to the Control Pad ........................................................................................ 56

Connecting Multiple Projectors of the Same Model ....................................................................... 57

Multiple Projector Connection Menu Settings ........................................................................... 58

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control .......................................................................................... 60

Installing Batteries in the Pens ........................................................................................................... 62

Using the Projector on a Network ............................................................................................................ 64

Wired Network Projection................................................................................................................... 64

Connecting to a Wired Network ..................................................................................................... 65

Selecting Wired Network Settings ................................................................................................. 65

Wireless Network Projection .............................................................................................................. 68

Installing the Wireless LAN Module ............................................................................................... 69

Connecting Directly to a Smartphone or Tablet ............................................................................. 71

Using Quick Wireless Connection (Windows)................................................................................ 74

Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually.............................................................................. 75

Wireless LAN Menu Settings .................................................................................................... 80

Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows.......................................................................... 83

Selecting Wireless Network Settings on Mac ................................................................................ 83

Setting Up Wireless Network Security ........................................................................................... 83

Wireless Network Projection from a Mobile Device or Windows Computer (Screen Mirroring) .......... 85

Screen Mirroring Restrictions ........................................................................................................ 85

Selecting Screen Mirroring Settings .............................................................................................. 86

Connecting for Screen Mirroring with a Windows 8.x/Windows 10 Computer ............................... 88

Connecting for Screen Mirroring with Miracast .............................................................................. 89

Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts ........................................................................................ 90

Network Projector E-mail Alert Messages ..................................................................................... 91

Setting Up Monitoring Using SNMP ................................................................................................... 91

Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser .................................................................. 92

Creating an Address Book ................................................................................................................. 95

Using Crestron Connected................................................................................................................. 96

Setting Up Crestron Connected..................................................................................................... 97

Controlling a Networked Projector Using Crestron Connected...................................................... 97

Registering a Digital Certificate on the Projector .............................................................................. 100

Importing a Web Server Certificate Using the Projector Menus................................................... 100

Registering Digital Certificates from a Web Browser ................................................................... 101

Digital Certificate Types............................................................................................................... 102

Using Basic Projector Features ............................................................................................................. 104

Turning On the Projector .................................................................................................................. 104

Using the Home Screen............................................................................................................... 106

Turning Off the Projector .................................................................................................................. 108

Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus.............................................................................. 110

Setting the Date and Time................................................................................................................ 110

Image Shape.................................................................................................................................... 112

Correcting Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons.................................................................... 112

Correcting Image Shape with Quick Corner ................................................................................ 115

Correcting Image Shape with Arc Correction............................................................................... 118

Correcting Image Shape with Point Correction............................................................................ 121

Correcting Image Shape with Corner Markers............................................................................. 123

Applying Saved Image Shape Settings ....................................................................................... 124

Resizing the Image with the Wide and Tele Buttons ........................................................................ 125

Adjusting the Image Position............................................................................................................ 126

Focusing the Image.......................................................................................................................... 127

Remote Control Operation ............................................................................................................... 130

Selecting an Image Source .............................................................................................................. 131

Projection Modes ............................................................................................................................. 134

Changing the Projection Mode Using the Remote Control .......................................................... 134

Changing the Projection Mode Using the Menus......................................................................... 135

Image Aspect Ratio .......................................................................................................................... 136

Changing the Image Aspect Ratio ............................................................................................... 136

Available Image Aspect Ratios .................................................................................................... 137

Color Mode....................................................................................................................................... 138

Changing the Color Mode............................................................................................................ 138

Available Color Modes................................................................................................................. 138

Adjusting the Hue, Saturation, and Brightness................................................................................. 139

Adjusting Gamma............................................................................................................................. 141

Adjusting the Projector's Brightness Level ....................................................................................... 143

Constant Brightness Usage Hours .............................................................................................. 146

Turning On Automatic Luminance Adjustment ................................................................................. 148

Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons.............................................................................. 149

Inverting the Audio Channels ........................................................................................................... 150

Selecting a Quick Startup Setting..................................................................................................... 151

Projecting a PC Free Presentation ................................................................................................... 152

Supported PC Free File Types .................................................................................................... 153

Starting a PC Free Slide Show .................................................................................................... 154

Starting a PC Free Movie Presentation ....................................................................................... 156

PC Free Display Options ............................................................................................................. 157

Adjusting Projector Features ................................................................................................................. 159

Shutting Off the Picture and Sound Temporarily .............................................................................. 159

Stopping Video Action Temporarily .................................................................................................. 160

Zooming Into and Out of Images ...................................................................................................... 161

Using Multiple Projectors (DuoLink) ................................................................................................. 162

Projector Identification System for Multiple Projector Control ...................................................... 162

Setting the Projector ID........................................................................................................... 162

Setting the Remote Control ID ................................................................................................ 163

Adjusting Color Uniformity ........................................................................................................... 164

Blending the Image Edges .......................................................................................................... 168

Matching the Image Colors ......................................................................................................... 170

Adjusting the Black Level ............................................................................................................ 172

Adjusting RGBCMY .................................................................................................................... 175

Scaling an Image......................................................................................................................... 177

Projecting Multiple Images Simultaneously...................................................................................... 179

Input Sources for Split Screen Projection .................................................................................... 182

Projector Security Features.............................................................................................................. 182

Password Security Types ............................................................................................................ 183

Setting a Password ................................................................................................................. 183

Selecting Password Security Types........................................................................................ 184

Entering a Password to Use the Projector............................................................................... 185

Saving a User's Logo Image to Display................................................................................... 186

Locking the Projector's Buttons ................................................................................................... 188

Unlocking the Projector's Buttons ........................................................................................... 189

Installing a Security Cable ........................................................................................................... 190

Creating a User Pattern to Display ................................................................................................... 190

Saving Settings to Memory and Using Saved Settings .................................................................... 192

Copying Menu Settings Between Projectors .................................................................................... 193

Saving Settings to a USB Flash Drive.......................................................................................... 194

Transferring Settings from a USB Flash Drive ............................................................................. 195

Saving Settings to a Computer .................................................................................................... 196

Transferring Settings from a Computer ....................................................................................... 197

Scheduling Projector Events ............................................................................................................ 199

Saving a Scheduled Event........................................................................................................... 199

Viewing Scheduled Events .......................................................................................................... 201

Editing a Scheduled Event........................................................................................................... 202

Using the Interactive Features ............................................................................................................... 205

Interactive Modes............................................................................................................................. 205

Using the Projected Screen as a Whiteboard (Built-in Whiteboard Mode)................................... 206

Drawing on a Projected Image (Built-in Annotation Mode) .......................................................... 207

Controlling Computer Features from a Projected Screen (PC Interactive Mode)......................... 208

PC Interactive Mode System Requirements ........................................................................... 210

Using the Interactive Pens ............................................................................................................... 210

Using the Pens ............................................................................................................................ 211

Pen Calibration............................................................................................................................ 213

Calibrating Automatically ........................................................................................................ 214

Calibrating Manually ............................................................................................................... 216

Using Finger Touch Interactivity ...................................................................................................... 219

Touch Unit Safety Instructions..................................................................................................... 219

Calibrating for Finger Touch Interactivity ..................................................................................... 220

Using Finger Touch Operations................................................................................................... 224

Using BrightLink with a Computer .................................................................................................... 226

Adjusting the Pen Operation Area ............................................................................................... 227

Easy Interactive Tools ................................................................................................................. 230

Windows Pen Input and Ink Tools .................................................................................................... 230

Enabling Windows Pen Input and Ink Tools................................................................................. 231

Using Windows Pen Input and Ink Tools ..................................................................................... 232

Whiteboard Mode............................................................................................................................. 234

Using the Whiteboard Toolbar ..................................................................................................... 234

The Whiteboard Toolbar.............................................................................................................. 235

Selecting Background Templates................................................................................................ 238

Inserting and Working With Images............................................................................................. 238

Selecting Whiteboard Settings .................................................................................................... 239

Selecting Basic Whiteboard Settings ...................................................................................... 240

Selecting Whiteboard Print Settings........................................................................................ 241

Selecting Settings for Saving Whiteboard Pages.................................................................... 243

Selecting Settings for Emailing Whiteboard Pages ................................................................. 245

Selecting Settings for a Directory Server ................................................................................ 246

Selecting a Networked Device Source ........................................................................................ 249

Saving Pages in Whiteboard Mode ............................................................................................. 249

Printing Whiteboard Pages.......................................................................................................... 251

Emailing Whiteboard Pages ........................................................................................................ 252

Using BrightLink Without a Computer .............................................................................................. 254

Using the Built-in Annotation Mode ............................................................................................. 254

Built-in Tools for Use Without a Computer................................................................................... 255

Controlling an Epson Document Camera .................................................................................... 258

Splitting the Projected Image with Whiteboard Mode ....................................................................... 259

Sharing the Projected Screen .......................................................................................................... 260

Starting a Shared Screen Session............................................................................................... 260

Using Interactive Features with Two Projectors (DuoLink)............................................................... 261

Adjusting the Menu Settings .................................................................................................................. 262

Using the Projector's Menus............................................................................................................. 262

Image Quality Settings - Image Menu .............................................................................................. 264

Input Signal Settings - Signal I/O Menu............................................................................................ 269

Installation Settings - Installation Menu ............................................................................................ 273

Display Settings - Display Menu....................................................................................................... 278

Feature Settings - Operation Menu .................................................................................................. 280

Administration Settings - Management Menu................................................................................... 284

Event ID Code List....................................................................................................................... 290

Network Settings - Network Menu .................................................................................................... 293

Pen and Touch Setup Settings - Pen/Touch Menu........................................................................... 297

Interactive Settings - Interactive Menu ............................................................................................. 300

Multiple Projector Operation Settings - Multi-Projection Menu ......................................................... 303

Image Quality Memory Settings - Memory Menu ............................................................................. 308

Setup Settings - ECO Menu ............................................................................................................. 309

Initial Settings and Reset Options - Initial/All Settings Menu ............................................................ 311

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector ......................................................................................... 313

Projector Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 313

Cleaning the Lens........................................................................................................................ 313

Cleaning the Projector Case ........................................................................................................ 314

Air Filter and Vent Maintenance ....................................................................................................... 314

Cleaning the Air Filter and Vents ................................................................................................. 315

Replacing the Air Filter ................................................................................................................ 319

Replacing the Remote Control Batteries .......................................................................................... 321

Replacing the Hard Pen Tips............................................................................................................ 323

Replacing the Soft Pen Tips ............................................................................................................. 324

Transporting the Projector................................................................................................................ 327

Solving Problems .................................................................................................................................... 328

Projection Problem Tips ................................................................................................................... 328

Projector Light Status ....................................................................................................................... 329

Using the Projector Menu Displays .................................................................................................. 332

Solving Image or Sound Problems ................................................................................................... 333

Solutions When No Image Appears............................................................................................. 333

Solutions When Image is Incorrect Using the USB Display Function .......................................... 334

Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears........................................................................... 335

Displaying From a PC Laptop ................................................................................................. 336

Displaying From a Mac Laptop ............................................................................................... 336

Solutions When "Not Supported" Message Appears ................................................................... 337

Solutions When Only a Partial Image Appears............................................................................ 337

Solutions When the Image is Not Rectangular ............................................................................ 338

Solutions When the Image Contains Noise or Static ................................................................... 339

Solutions When the Image is Fuzzy or Blurry .............................................................................. 340

Solutions When the Image Brightness or Colors are Incorrect .................................................... 340

Solutions When an Afterimage Remains On the Projected Image............................................... 341

Solutions to Sound Problems ...................................................................................................... 341

Solutions to Microphone Problems .............................................................................................. 342

Solving Projector or Remote Control Operation Problems ............................................................... 343

Solutions to Projector Power or Shut-Off Problems..................................................................... 343

Solutions to Remote Control Problems........................................................................................ 344

Solutions to Password Problems ................................................................................................. 345

Solutions When a Battery Message Appears .............................................................................. 345

Solving Network Problems ............................................................................................................... 345

Solutions When Wireless Authentication Fails ............................................................................ 346

Solutions When You Cannot Access the Projector Through the Web ......................................... 346

Solutions When Network Alert E-Mails are Not Received............................................................ 347

Solutions When the Image Contains Static During Network Projection ....................................... 347

Solutions When You Cannot Connect Using Screen Mirroring.................................................... 348

Solutions When the Image or Sound Contains Static When Using Screen Mirroring................... 348

Solutions When the Projected Screen is not Shared Correctly .................................................... 348

Solving Interactive Problems............................................................................................................ 349

Solutions When the Interactive Pens Do Not Work...................................................................... 349

Solutions When the Interactive Pen Position Is Not Accurate...................................................... 351

Solutions When the Interactive Pens Are Slow or Difficult to Use................................................ 352

Solutions When the Interactive Pens Cause Interference or Unwanted Effects .......................... 352

Solutions When Finger Touch Interactivity Does Not Work ......................................................... 353

Solutions When You Cannot Operate a Computer from the Projected Screen............................ 354

Solutions for Problems With Capturing, Printing, Saving, or Scanning ........................................ 354

Solutions for Problems with Whiteboard Mode ............................................................................ 355

Where to Get Help............................................................................................................................ 355

Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 357

General Projector Specifications ...................................................................................................... 357

Projector Light Source Specifications............................................................................................... 359

Interactive Pen Specifications .......................................................................................................... 359

Touch Unit Specifications ................................................................................................................ 359

Remote Control Specifications ......................................................................................................... 360

Projector Dimension Specifications.................................................................................................. 360

Projector Electrical Specifications .................................................................................................... 360

Projector Environmental Specifications............................................................................................ 361

Projector Safety and Approvals Specifications................................................................................. 362

Safety and Approvals Specifications for Latin America .................................................................... 362

Supported Video Display Formats.................................................................................................... 363

USB Display System Requirements................................................................................................. 366

Notices ..................................................................................................................................................... 367

Recycling.......................................................................................................................................... 367

Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................ 367

Laser Safety Information .................................................................................................................. 368

Laser Light Source Warning ............................................................................................................ 371

Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 371

Restriction of Use ........................................................................................................................ 375

List of Safety Symbols (corresponding to IEC60950-1 A2)............................................................... 376

FCC Compliance Statement............................................................................................................. 380

Binding Arbitration and Class Waiver ............................................................................................... 381

Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 384

Copyright Notice............................................................................................................................... 385

A Note Concerning Responsible Use of Copyrighted Materials................................................... 385

Copyright Attribution.................................................................................................................... 386

BrightLink 1480Fi/1485Fi User's Guide

Welcome to the BrightLink 1480Fi/1485Fi User's Guide.

For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here.

Introduction to Your Projector

Refer to these sections to learn more about your projector and this manual.

Projector Features Notations Used in the Documentation Where to Go for Additional Information Additional Projector Software and Manuals Projector Part Locations

Projector Features

The BrightLink 1480Fi/1485Fi projector includes these special features:

Unique interactive functions

• Annotation with or without a computer

• Annotation with two pens at the same time (depending on interactive mode, connection method, and operating system)

• Enhanced Easy Interactive toolbar for Windows and Mac

• Touch-based interactivity for as many as six users (Touch Unit required)

• Control your computer from the projected screen

• Print, save, and send your presentations without a computer

• Scan and display content from a connected scanner

• Import content from a USB drive

• Share your projected content with tablets, smartphones, and other devices

Bright, high-resolution projection system

• Up to 5000 lumens of color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output)

Note: Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending on usage conditions. Color light output measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4; white light output measured in accordance with ISO 21118.

• 1080p native resolution

Flexible connectivity

• Three HDMI ports for computer or video device connection

• Plug-and-play USB projection and audio for instant setup

• HDBaseT control pad with single connection to projector for simplified cabling and installation (BrightLink 1485Fi)

• Wired and wireless network support for projection

• Screen mirroring to connect your mobile device wirelessly using Miracast technology

• Projector monitoring and control via remote network computer

• PC Free photo slide shows via connected USB memory devices or Epson document camera (only on models that support the slide show function)

• One HDMI port for connecting an external display or linking another compatible projector (BrightLink 1485Fi)

• Use Epson iProjection (Windows/Mac) to simultaneously project up to four images from network computers or mobile devices

• Projection from an iOS device, Android device, or Chromebook with the free Epson iProjection app; visit epson.com/iprojection (U.S.) or epson.ca/iprojection (Canada) for more information

Innovative display and operation features

• Long-life laser light source

• Support for side-by-side projector mounting with continuous annotation (BrightLink 1485Fi)

• High digital zoom ratio for larger images in shorter projection distances

• 2,500,000:1 contrast ratio and Dynamic Contrast control for sharp, detailed images

• Built-in closed captioning decoder

• Powerful 16 W speaker system with audio out port for connecting external speakers

• Epson's Direct Power On and Auto Power On features for quick and easy setup

• Support for Crestron RoomView network monitoring systems

• Network message broadcast system to project timely messages to all networked projectors

Product Box Contents Additional Components Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Warranty and Registration Information

Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector

Product Box Contents

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

Make sure your projector box included all of these parts:

1 Projector

2 Remote control

3 Remote control and pen batteries (2 AA rechargeable and 2 AA alkaline; included battery charger

not shown)

4 Interactive pens and replacement pen tips (4 soft tips, 2 hard tips)

5 Control pad (BrightLink 1485Fi)

6 Pen stand (BrightLink 1485Fi)

7 Control pad AC adapter holder (BrightLink 1485Fi)

8 6 ft (1.8 m) USB cable

9 Power cord

10 Touch Unit connection cable (included with BrightLink 1485Fi; optional for BrightLink 1480Fi)

11 Lens cap

12 Touch Unit (included with BrightLink 1485Fi; optional for BrightLink 1480Fi)

13 Markers for Touch Unit setup (included with BrightLink 1485Fi; optional for BrightLink 1480Fi)

14 Cable cover

15 Labels (4)

16 Control pad AC adapter and power cord

17 Tape for securing markers (included with BrightLink 1485Fi; optional for BrightLink 1480Fi)

18 Infrared deflectors (12) (included with BrightLink 1485Fi; optional for BrightLink 1480Fi)

19 Auto image adjustment markers and magnets

20 Spacers for screw holes

21 Touch Unit mounting template (included with BrightLink 1485Fi; optional for BrightLink 1480Fi)

Parent topic: Projector Features

Additional Components

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

Note: To connect a Mac that does not include a compatible video output port, you need to obtain an adapter that allows you to connect to an input port on the projector. Contact Apple for compatible adapter options. To connect a smartphone or tablet, you may need to obtain an adapter that allows you to connect to the projector. This allows you to mirror your smartphone or tablet screens, watch movies, and more. Contact your device manufacturer for compatible adapter options.

Unless listed as available from Epson in this table, see your local computer or electronics dealer for purchase information.

Signal or connection type

Composite video RCA-style video or A/V cable

HDMI Compatible HDMI cable

Audio from certain ports Commercially available audio cable compatible with your device

VGA To connect a computer through its VGA port to the projector's VGA video

Additional component necessary

Available for purchase from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.

Note: Older Mac computers (2009 and earlier) may not support HDMI audio.

port, you need a VGA computer cable.

Multiple BrightLink projectors

Parent topic: Projector Features

To sync additional BrightLink projectors together, you need a stereo mini cable (commercially available) or the remote control cable set (ELPKC28).

Available for purchase from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.

Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts

You can purchase screens, other optional accessories, and replacement parts from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) in the U.S. or 800-807-7766 in Canada. Or you can purchase online at epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or epsonstore.ca (Canadian sales).

Epson offers the following optional accessories and replacement parts for your projector:

Option or part Part number

Replacement air filter (ELPAF56) V13H134A56

Ultra-short throw wall mount (ELPMB62) V12HA06A05

Finger Touch Unit (ELPFT01) V12H007A23

Wireless LAN module (ELPAP11) V12H005A02

Epson DC-07 document camera (ELPDC07) V12H759020

Epson DC-11 document camera (ELPDC11) V12H377020

Epson DC-12 document camera (ELPDC12) V12H594020

Option or part Part number

Epson DC-13 document camera (ELPDC13) V12H757020

Epson DC-20 document camera (ELPDC20) V12H500020

Epson DC-21 document camera (ELPDC21) V12H758020

PowerLite Pilot 3 connection and control box (ELPCB03) V12H927020

Active speakers (ELPSP02) V12H467020

Additional interactive pen A (ELPPN05A) (orange) V12H773010

Additional interactive pen B (ELPPN05B) (blue) V12H774010

Replacement set of hard pen tips (ELPPS03) V12H775010

Replacement set of soft pen tips (ELPPS04) V12H776010

Remote control cable set (ELPKC28) V12H005C28

100 inch (254 cm) 16:9 whiteboard (DaLite) V12H006A01

100 inch (254 cm) 16:9 whiteboard (MooreCo) V12H006A02

Touch Unit mounting bracket (ELPMB63) V12HA05A09

USB extension cable (ELPKC31) V12H525001

PixiePlus control system ELPSP10

In addition to the accessories listed above, 1-year and 2-year extended service plans are available.

Parent topic: Projector Features

Warranty and Registration Information

Your projector comes with a basic warranty that lets you project with confidence. For details, see the warranty that came with your projector.

In addition, 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, Canada, or Puerto Rico. See the Extra Care Road Service brochure for details.

Note: Availability varies by region.

Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and services.

Parent topic: Projector Features

Notations Used in the Documentation

Follow the guidelines in these notations as you read your documentation:

• Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

• Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

• Notes contain important information about your projector.

• Tips contain additional projection information.

Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector

Where to Go for Additional Information

Need quick help on using your projector? Here's where to look for help:

• Guidance icon in the Other Tools menu of the interactive toolbar

Select the Guidance icon to display the help screen for toolbar functions.

• epson.com/support (U.S.), epson.ca/support (Canada), or epson.com.jm/support (Caribbean)

View FAQs (frequently asked questions) and e-mail your questions to Epson technical support 24 hours a day.

• If you still need help after checking this manual and any other sources listed here, you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. For details, see "Where to Get Help."

Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector

Related references

Where to Get Help

Additional Projector Software and Manuals

After connecting and setting up the projector, install the projector software as necessary. You may need to install it from a software CD, if included, or download the software and manuals as necessary.

You can install the projector software programs listed here and view their manuals for instructions on using them.

Note: If you still need help after checking this manual and the sources listed here, you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. For details, see "Where to Get Help."

Projector software Manual Description

Epson Projector Management (Windows only)

Epson iProjection (Windows/Mac)

Epson Projector Management Operation Guide

Epson iProjection Operation Guide (Windows/Mac)

Epson iProjection app Instructions are included

with the app

Easy Interactive Tools (Windows/Mac)

Easy Interactive Tools Operation Guide

Lets you monitor and control your projector through the network.

You can download the latest software and documentation from the Epson web site. Go to

epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support

(Canada) and select your projector.

Lets you project the computer screens of users over a network.

You can download the latest software and documentation from the Epson web site. Go to

epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support

(Canada) and select your projector.

Lets you project from an iOS device, Android device, or Chromebook if your projector is connected to a network that includes a wireless access point.

Visit epson.com/iprojection (U.S.) or

epson.ca/iprojection (Canada) for more

information.

Lets you use your computer to interactively draw on projected images (Mac users also need to install the Easy Interactive Driver)

— Open Source Software

License

Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector

You can download the latest software and documentation from the Epson web site. Go to

epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support

(Canada) and select your projector.

You can download this document from the Epson web site. Go to epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) and select your projector.

Projector Part Locations

Check the projector part illustrations to learn about the parts on your projector.

Note: The BrightLink 1485Fi is shown in most illustrations in this manual, unless noted otherwise.

Projector Parts - Front/Side Projector Parts - Top/Side Projector Parts - Interface Projector Parts - Base Projector Parts - Control Panel Projector Parts - Remote Control Projector Parts - Interactive Pens Projector Parts - Pen Stand (BrightLink 1485Fi) Projector Parts - Control Pad (BrightLink 1485Fi) Projector Parts - Touch Unit

Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector

Projector Parts - Front/Side

1 Power button

2 Status lights

3 Remote control receiver

4 Exhaust vent

5 Front cover

6 Control panel

7 Focus lever

8 Speakers

Parent topic: Projector Part Locations

Related references

Projector Light Status

Projector Parts - Top/Side

1 Interactive pen receiver

2 Projection lens

3 Remote receiver

4 Cable cover screws

5 Cable cover

6 Air filter cover

7 Air intake vent (air filter)

8 Power inlet

9 Security cable installation slot

Parent topic: Projector Part Locations

Projector Parts - Interface

1 HDMI Out port

2 HDBaseT port (BrightLink 1485Fi)

3 Mic port

4 HDMI1/HDMI2/HDMI3 ports

5 Computer1/Computer2 Monitor Out ports

6 LAN port

7 USB-B1/USB-B2 ports

8 USB-A1/USB-A2 ports

9 SYNC In/Out ports

10 TCH port for the Touch Unit connection cable

11 Video port

12 Audio1/Audio2/Audio3 ports

13 Audio Out port

14 RS-232C port

15 DC Out (2.0A) port

Parent topic: Projector Part Locations

Related concepts

Projector Connections

Projector Parts - Base

1 Security cable attachment point

2 Wall mounting plate holes (4)

3 VESA-compatible mount fixing points (4)

4 Air intake vent

Parent topic: Projector Part Locations

Projector Parts - Control Panel

1 Menu button (accesses projector menu system)

3 Enter button (selects options)

4 Vertical keystone adjustment buttons (display the adjustment screen and adjust screen shape)

6 Esc button (cancels/exits functions)

7 W/T (Wide/Tele) buttons (adjust projected image size) and arrow buttons

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Home button (accesses projector Home screen)

and arrow buttons

Source Search button (searches for connected video sources)

Projector Parts - Remote Control

1 Power button

2 HDMI button (cycles through connected HDMI sources)

3 Computer button

4 Numeric buttons

5 Auto button (automatically adjusts position, tracking, and sync settings)

6 Num button (when held down, switches numeric buttons to number function)

7 Menu button (accesses projector menu system)

8 Arrow buttons (move through on-screen options)

9 Enter button (selects options)

10 User button (customizable for different functions)

11 Color Mode button (selects display modes)

12 Aspect button (selects the image aspect ratio)

13 E-Zoom +/– buttons (zoom into and out of the image)

14 A/V Mute button (turns off picture and sound)

15 Split button (splits the screen between two image sources)

Home button (accesses projector Home screen)

17 Freeze button (stops video action)

18 Volume up/down buttons (adjust speaker volume)

19 Default button (resets the selected setting to its default value)

20 Esc button (cancels/exits functions and controls wireless mouse functions)

21 ID button (selects a projector to use with the remote control)

22 LAN button (connects to a network source)

23 USB button (cycles through connected USB sources)

24 Source Search button (searches for connected sources)

25 Remote control emitter

Parent topic: Projector Part Locations

Projector Parts - Interactive Pens

1 Pen tip

2 Battery light

3 Function button

4 Attachment for optional strap or cord

5 Battery cover

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