Epson EB-S8, EB-S7, EB-X7, EB-X8, EB-W7 User Manual 2

User's Guide

Notations Used in This Guide

• Safety indications

The documentation and the projector use graphical symbols to show how to use the projector safely. The indications and their meaning are as follows. Make sure you understand them properly before reading the guide.

Warning

Caution

• General information indications

Attention

s Indicates a page where detailed information regarding a topic can be found.

Procedure

[ (Name) ] Indicates the name of the buttons on the Remote Control or the Control panel.

"(Menu Name)"

Brightness (bolded)

This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death due to incorrect handling.

This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or physical damage due to incorrect handling.

Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if sufficient care is not taken.

Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic.

Indicates that an explanation of the underlined word or words in front of this symbol appears in the glossary of terms. See the "Glossary" section of the "Appendix".s p.100

Indicates operating methods and the order of operations. The procedure indicated should be carried out in the order of the numbered steps.

Example: [Esc] button

Indicates Configuration Menu items. Example:

Select "Brightness" from the Image menu.

Image menu - Brightness

Notations Used in This Guide.......................... 2

Introduction

Projector Features........................................... 7

Features Common to Each Model.................................... 7

Designed for easy handling...................................... 7

Enhanced security functions...................................... 7

EB-W8/X8 Features..............................................8

Projecting JPEG images on a USB storage or a digital camera without using a

computer.................................................. 8

Eq ui ppe d w ith HD MI p or t fo r a wid e r ang e o f us ag e, s uc h as wa tch in g mo vi es a nd

videos..................................................... 8

Part Names and Functions.................................... 9

Front/Top....................................................9

Rear (EB-W8/X8)...............................................10

Rear (EB-S8)..................................................11

Rear (EB-W7/X7/S7)............................................. 12

Base.......................................................13

Control Panel (EB-W8/X8/W7/X7)....................................13

Control Panel (EB-S8/S7)..........................................14

Remote Control............................................... 15

Functions for Enhancing Projection.......................... 24

Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Color Mode)....................24

Setting the Auto Iris.............................................25

Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)...................... 25

Freezing the Image (Freeze)....................................... 26

Changing the Aspect Ratio........................................27

Changing methods...........................................27

Changing the Aspect for video equipment images......................28

Changing the aspect for computer images (EB-X8/S8/X7/S7)...............29

Changing the aspect for computer images (EB-W8/W7).................. 30

Pointer Function (Pointer)........................................32

Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom).................................33

Using the Remote Control as a Mouse................................34

Wireless Mouse..............................................34

Page Up/Down..............................................36

Security Functions.......................................... 37

Managing Users (Password Protect)..................................37

Type of Password Protect.......................................37

Setting Password Protect.......................................37

Entering the Password......................................... 38

Restricting Operation (Control Panel Lock).............................39

Anti-Theft Lock................................................ 40

Installing the wire lock.........................................40

Useful Functions

Connecting with a USB cable and Projecting (USB Display). . . . . 18

Operating Conditions for USB Display................................ 18

Connecting.................................................. 18

Connecting for the first time..................................... 20

From the second time......................................... 21

Changing the Projected Image............................... 22

Automatically Detect Input Signal and Change the Projected Image (Source Search)

.......................................................... 22

Switch to the target image by Remote Control..........................23

Making a Presentation with a Slideshow (EB-W8/X8 only)...... 41

Specifications of Files that can be Projected in a Slideshow.................. 41

Connecting and Removing USB Devices...............................41

Connecting USB devices........................................41

Removing USB devices.........................................42

Starting and Ending a Slideshow....................................42

Starting a slideshow..........................................42

Ending a slideshow...........................................42

Slideshow Basic Operations.......................................42

Rotating Images...............................................43

Projecting Image Files...........................................44

Projecting an image..........................................44

Sequentially projecting all image files in a folder (Slideshow). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Contents

Image File Display Setting and Slideshow Operation Setting................. 46

Configuration Menu

Using the Configuration Menu............................... 48

List of Functions............................................ 49

Image Menu.................................................. 49

Signal Menu..................................................50

Settings Menu................................................52

Extended Menu............................................... 53

Info Menu (Display Only)......................................... 55

Reset Menu..................................................56

Troubleshooting

Using the Help.............................................. 58

Problem Solving............................................ 59

Reading the Indicators........................................... 59

Indicator is lit or flashing red...................................60

m o

Indicator is lit or flashing orange.............................. 61

When the Indicators Provide No Help................................. 62

Problems relating to images..................................... 63

Problems when projection starts.................................. 67

Other problems............................................. 67

Replacing Consumables..................................... 73

Replacing the Remote Control Batteries............................... 73

Replacing the Lamp.............................................74

Lamp replacement period......................................74

How to replace the lamp.......................................74

Resetting the lamp hours.......................................77

Replacing the Air Filter........................................... 77

Air filter replacement period..................................... 77

How to replace the air filter......................................77

Optional Accessories and Consumables....................... 79

Optional accessories............................................79

Consumables.................................................79

Saving a User's Logo........................................ 80

Screen Size and Projection Distance.......................... 82

Projection Distances (EB-W8/W7)....................................82

Projection Distances (EB-X8/X7).................................... 83

Projection Distances (EB-S8/S7).....................................84

Connecting to External Equipment (EB-W7/X7/S8/S7 only)..... 85

Connecting to an External Monitor (EB-W7/X7/S7 only).....................85

Connecting to External Speakers (EB-S8/W7/X7/S7 only)....................86

Monitoring and Controlling the Projector Using a Computer

(ESC/VP21 Commands)...................................... 87

Before You Begin..............................................87

Command List................................................ 87

Communications protocol......................................87

Appendix

Installation Methods........................................ 70

Cleaning................................................... 71

Cleaning the Projector's Surface....................................71

Cleaning the Lens..............................................71

Cleaning the Air Filter........................................... 72

Supported Monitor Displays. ................................ 88

Supported Monitor Displays (EB-W8/W7)..............................88

Computer signals (analog RGB)...................................88

Component video............................................ 89

Composite video/S-video....................................... 89

Input signal from the HDMI input port (EB-W8 only).....................90

Supported Monitor Displays (EB-X8/X7)...............................91

Computer signals (analog RGB)...................................91

Contents

Component video............................................ 92

Composite video/S-video.......................................92

Input signal from the HDMI input port (EB-X8 only).....................92

Supported Monitor Displays (EB-S8/S7)............................... 93

Computer signals (analog RGB)...................................93

Component video............................................ 94

Composite video/S-video.......................................95

Specifications.............................................. 96

Projector General Specifications....................................96

Appearance................................................ 99

Glossary.................................................. 100

General Notes............................................. 102

General Notice:............................................... 102

Index..................................................... 103

Introduction

This chapter explains the projector's features and the part names.

Projector Features

Features Common to Each Model

Designed for easy handling

• Connecting with a USB cable and Projecting (USB Display)

Simply by connecting the projector to a Windows Computer with the USB cable, you can project images from the computer screen. Display)" p.18

• Direct power On/Off

In places where power is managed centrally, such as in a conference room, the projector can be set to power on and off automatically when the power source to which the projector is connected is switched on or off.

• The A/V mute slide makes it easy to project and store

You can stop and resume projection easily by opening and closing the A/V mute slide which makes giving clear presentations easier.

"Connecting with a USB cable and Projecting (USB

• A single foot design means you do not have to make any difficult leveling adjustments

You can easily make height adjustments with one hand.

• Compact and lightweight

Its light and compact body makes it easy to carry.

• No cool down delay

After turning the projector's power off, you can disconnect the projector's power cable without having to wait for the projector to cool down.

Enhanced security functions

• Password Protect to restrict and manage users By setting a Password you can restrict who can use the projector.

• Control Panel Lock restricts button operation on the Control panel You can use this to prevent people changing projector settings without

permission at events, in schools, and so on.

Projector Features

EB-W8/X8 Features

Projecting JPEG images on a USB storage or a digital camera without using a computer

By connecting a USB storage or a digital camera to the projector, you can project a Slideshow of JPEG images, such as pictures taken with a digital camera. Images can be projected quickly and easily, with no need to connect a computer.

W8/X8 only)"

"Making a Presentation with a Slideshow (EB-

Equipped with HDMI port for a wide range of usage, such as watching movies and videos

You can project high-quality images and music by connecting various digital RGB equipment to the HDMI port, such as a DVD player, Blu-ray disc player, game console, and needless to mention, a computer.

Part Names and Functions

Front/Top

The illustration is that of EB-W8/X8. From here on, all features will be explained using illustrations of EB-W8/X8 unless otherwise mentioned.

Name Function

Air exhaust vent

A/V mute slide knob

A/V mute slide

Foot adjust lever

Front adjustable foot

Remote Receiver

Air filter

(Air intake vent)

Exhaust vent for air used to cool the projector internally.

Caution

Do not place objects that may become warped or otherwise affected by heat near the Air exhaust vent and do not put your face or hands near the vent while projection is in progress.

Slide the knob to open and close the A/V mute slide.

Close when not using the projector to protect the lens. By closing during projection you can hide the image and the sound (A/V Mute).s p.25

Pull the Foot adjust lever to extend and retract the Front adjustable foot.s Quick Start Guide

Extend and adjust the position of the projected image when the projector is placed on a surface such as a desk. s Quick Start Guide

Receives signals from the remote control.s Quick Start

Guide

Takes in air to cool the projector internally. If dust collects here it can cause the internal temperature to rise, and this can lead to problems with operation and shorten the optical engine's service life. Be sure to clean the Air filter regularly. s p.72, p.77

Lamp cover

Name Function

Open this cover when replacing the projector's Lamp. s p.74

Air filter cover

Speaker

Security slot

Zoom ring

(EB-W8/X8/W7/X7 only)

Focus ring

Open and close when replacing the air filter.s p.77

The Security slot is compatible with the Microsaver Security System manufactured by Kensington.s p.40

Adjusts the image size.s Quick Start Guide

Adjusts the image focus.s Quick Start Guide

Part Names and Functions

Name Function

Control panel

Rear (EB-W8/X8)

Name Function

Remote Receiver

s "Control Panel (EB-W8/X8/W7/X7)" p.13 s "Control Panel (EB-S8/S7)" p.14

Receives signals from the remote control.s Quick Start Guide

Name Function

Computer input port

USB indicator

USB(TypeA) port

USB(TypeB) port

S-Video input port

Audio-L/R port

For video signals from a computer and component video signals from other video sources.

The following explains the status of USB devices connected to USB(TypeA) port.

OFF: USB device is not connected Orange Light ON: USB device is connected Green Light ON: USB device is operating Red Light ON: Error

Connects a USB storage device or a digital camera, and projects JPEG images using Slideshow.

You can use the following functions by connecting to a computer with the supplied USB cable.

• USB Display s p.18

• Wireless Mouses p.34

• Paging operation of document files such as

PowerPoint filess p.36

• Monitoring and controlling of the projector via USB

communications p.87

For S-video signals from video sources.

Inputs audio from the audio out port on the other equipment.s Quick Start Guide

Power inlet

Video Input Port

Lamp Cover Fixing

Screw

HDMI input port

Connects to the power cable.s Quick Start Guide

For composite video signals from video sources.

Screw to fix the Lamp cover in place.s p.74

Inputs video signals from HDMI compatible video equipment and computers. This projector is compatible with HDCP

Part Names and Functions

Rear (EB-S8)

Name Function

Remote Receiver

Audio port

Receives signals from the remote control.s Quick Start Guide

Inputs audio from the audio out port on the other equipment.s Quick Start Guide

Name Function

USB(TypeB) port

S-Video input port

Audio Out port

You can use the following functions by connecting to a computer with the supplied USB cable.

• USB Display s p.18

• Wireless Mouses p.34

• Paging operation of document files such as

PowerPoint filess p.36

• Monitoring and controlling of the projector via USB

communications p.87

For S-video signals from video sources.

Outputs the sound of the image currently being projected to external speakers. s p.86

Power inlet

Video Input Port

Lamp Cover Fixing

Screw

Computer input port

Connects to the power cable.s Quick Start Guide

For composite video signals from video sources.

Screw to fix the Lamp cover in place.s p.74

For video signals from a computer and component video signals from other video sources.

Part Names and Functions

Rear (EB-W7/X7/S7)

Name Function

Remote Receiver

Audio port

Receives signals from the remote control.s Quick Start Guide

Inputs audio from the audio out port on the other equipment.s Quick Start Guide

Name Function

USB(TypeB) port

S-Video input port

Audio Out port

You can use the following functions by connecting to a computer with a commercially available USB cable.

• USB Displays p.18

• Wireless Mouses p.34

• Paging operation of document files such as

PowerPoint filess p.36

• Monitoring and controlling of the projector via USB

communications p.87

For S-video signals from video sources.

Outputs the sound of the image currently being projected to external speakers.s Quick Start Guide

Power inlet

Video Input Port

Lamp Cover Fixing

Screw

Monitor Out port

Computer input port

Connects to the power cable.s Quick Start Guide

For composite video signals from video sources.

Screw to fix the Lamp cover in place.s p.74

Outputs to an external monitor the image signal from the computer connected to the Computer input port. This is not available for component video signals or other signals being input to any port other than the Computer input port. s p.85

For video signals from a computer and component video signals from other video sources.

Part Names and Functions

Base

Name Function

Security cable

installation point

Pass a commercially available wire lock through here and lock it in place. s p.40

Control Panel (EB-W8/X8/W7/X7)

Name Function

Ceiling mount fixing

points (three points)

Rear foot

Attach the optional Ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from a ceiling. s p.70,

p.79

When setup on a desk, turn to extend and retract to adjust the horizontal tilt.s Quick Start Guide

Name Function

[t] button

Status indicators

[Source Search]

button

Turns the projector power on or off.s Quick Start Guide

The color of the indicators and whether they are flashing or lit indicate the status of the projector. s p.59

Changes to the next input source that is connected to the projector and is sending an image.s p.22

Part Names and Functions

[Enter] button

[w][v] buttons

[Help] button

[Esc] button

[a][b] buttons

[Menu] button

Name Function

If pressed during projection of computer signal images, it automatically adjusts the Tracking, Sync., and Position to project the optimum image. When a Configuration Menu or a Help screen is displayed, it accepts and enters the current selection and moves to the next level.

Corrects Keystone distortion. s Quick Start Guide However, when projecting in Slideshow (EB-W8/X8

only), the buttons only have the [ pressed when a Configuration Menu or a Help screen is

displayed, these buttons select menu items and setting values.s p.48

Displays and closes the Help screen which shows you how to deal with problems if they occur.s p.58

Stops the current function. If pressed when a Configuration menu is displayed, it moves to the previous menu level. sp.48

Adjusts the volume. s Quick Start Guide However, when projecting in Slideshow (EB-W8/X8

only), the buttons only have the [ pressed when a Configuration Menu or a Help screen is

displayed, these buttons select menu items and setting values.s p.48

Displays and closes the Configuration Menu.s p.48

][ ] functions. If

Control Panel (EB-S8/S7)

Name Function

[t] button

Status indicators

[Source Search]

button

[Enter] button

Turns the projector power on or off.s Quick Start Guide

The color of the indicators and whether they are flashing or lit indicate the status of the projector. s p.59

Changes to the next input source that is connected to the projector and is sending an image.s p.22

[w][v] buttons

Corrects Keystone distortion. s Quick Start Guide If pressed when a Configuration Menu or a Help screen is displayed, these buttons select menu items and setting values.s p.48

Part Names and Functions

Name Function

[Help] button

[Esc] button

[Tele]/[Wide] buttons

[Menu] button

Displays and closes the Help screen which shows you

Remote Control

how to deal with problems if they occur.s p.58

Stops the current function. If pressed when a Configuration menu is displayed, it moves to the previous menu level. s p.48

Adjusts the projection screen size. Pressing the [Tele] button reduces the projection screen size, and pressing the [Wide] button increases it. s Quick Start Guide If pressed when a Configuration Menu or a Help screen is displayed, these buttons select menu items and setting values.s p.48

Displays and closes the Configuration Menu.s p.48

Part Names and Functions

Name Function

[t] button

[Computer] button

[Video] button

[USB] button

[A/V Mute] button

[Aspect] button

[Auto] button

[Page] buttons

(Down) (Up)

[E-Zoom] buttons

(z) (x)

[Menu] button

J K

[ ][ ]

][ ] button

[

Turns the projector power On or Off.s Quick Start Guide

Changes to images from the Computer input port.

p.23

Each time the button is pressed, the image cycles through Video, S-Video, and HDMI (EB-W8/X8 only) input ports.s p.23

Each time the button is pressed, the image changes between USB Display and Slideshow (EB-W8/X8 only).

p.23

Turns the video and audio on or off.s p.25

The Aspect Ratio changes each time the button is pressed. s p.27

If pressed during projection of computer signal images, it automatically adjusts the Tracking, Sync., and Position to project the optimum image.

• When pressed while the projector is connected to a computer with a USB cable, you can page up and down on the screen.s p.36

• When projecting in Slideshow, pressing this button displays the previous/next screen. (EB-W8/X8 only) s p.44

(z) Enlarges the image without changing the projection size.

(x) Reduces parts of images that have been enlarged using the [z] button. s p.33

Displays and closes the Configuration Menu.s p.48

When a Configuration Menu or Help screen is displayed, it selects menu items and setting values. s p.48 During Wireless Mouse function, the mouse pointer moves in the direction of the button that was pushed. s p.34

Name Function

[Enter] button

[Esc] button

[Volume] buttons (a)

(b)

[Help] button

[Pointer] button

[Num] button

[Color Mode] button

[User] button

[Freeze] button

Numeric buttons

[Search] button

Remote control

light-emitting area

When a Configuration Menu or a Help screen is displayed, it accepts and enters the current selection and moves to the next level. s p.48 Acts as a mouse's left button when using the Wireless Mouse function. s p.34

Stops the current function. If pressed when a configuration menu is displayed, it moves to the previous level. s p.48 Acts as a mouse's right button when using the Wireless Mouse function. s p.34

(a) Decreases the Volume. (b) Increases the Volume. s Quick Start Guide

Displays and closes the Help screen which shows you how to deal with problems if they occur.s p.58

Press to activate the on-screen pointer.s p.32

Use when entering a Password.s p.37

Each time the button is pressed, the Color Mode changes. s p.24

Press to assign a frequently used item from the four available Configuration Menu items. By pressing the button the assigned menu item selection/adjustment screen is displayed, allowing you to make one-touch settings/adjustments. Power Consumption is assigned as the default setting.s p.52

Images are paused or unpaused.s p.26

Use when entering a Password.s p.37

Changes to the next input source that is connected to the projector and is sending an image.s p.22

Outputs remote control signals.

Useful Functions

This chapter explains useful tips for giving presentations, and the Security functions.

Connecting with a USB cable and Projecting (USB Display)

By using a USB cable to connect the projector to a Windows computer you can project images from the computer. This function is called USB Display. Simply by connecting via a USB cable, images from the computer can be displayed.

Operating Conditions for USB Display

USB Display operates on computers that meet the following requirements.

CPU

Amount of Memory

Free Space on Hard Disk

Display

Windows 2000 SP4/Windows XP/Windows XP SP1 and later/Windows Vista/Windows Vista SP1

Mobile Pentium III 1.2 GHz or faster Recommended: Pentium M 1.6 GHz or faster

256 MB or more Recommended: 512 MB or more

20 MB or more

Resolution greater than XGA (1024x768) Display color of approx. 32000 colors more than 16 bit colors

Connecting

Connecting with a USB cable and Projecting (USB Display)

Procedure

A B C D E

Turn the computer on.

Connect to the power cable (supplied).

Turn the projector on.

Open the A/V mute slide.

Connect the supplied (EB-W8/X8/S8 only) or commercially available USB cable. To output audio from the projector's speaker, connect an audio cable (commercially available) to the Audio Port.

Quick Start Guide

"Connecting for the first time" p.20

"From the second time" p.21

Attention

Connect the projector directly to the computer and not via a USB hub.

Connecting with a USB cable and Projecting (USB Display)

Connecting for the first time

Procedure

Driver installation starts automatically.

When you are using a Windows 2000 computer, double-click My Computer - EPSON_PJ_UD - EMP_UDSE.EXE, on your computer.

When using a computer running Windows 2000 under user authority, a Windows error message is displayed during installation and you may not be able to install the software. In this case, try updating Windows to the latest version, restart, and then try to connect again. For more details, contact the nearest address provided in the Support and Service Guide.

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Computer images are projected.

It may take a while before computer images are projected. Until computer images are projected, leave the equipment as it is and do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the power to the projector.

Click "Agree".

If the driver is not installed, you cannot start USB Display. Select

Agree to install the driver. If you want to cancel installation, click Disagree.

Connecting with a USB cable and Projecting (USB Display)

• If nothing is projected for some reason, click All Programs -

From the second time

EPSON Projector - EPSON USB Display - EPSON USB Display Vx.x, on your computer.

• If it is not installed automatically, double-click My Computer EPSON_PJ_UD - EMP_UDSE.EXE, on your computer.

• If the mouse pointer flickers on the computer screen, click All Programs - EPSON Projector - EPSON USB Display - EPSON USB Display Vx.x, and then clear the Transfer layered window

checkbox.

• To uninstall the driver, open Control Panel - Add/Remove Programs - and uninstall EPSON USB Display Vx.x.

• Disconnecting The projector can be disconnected simply by disconnecting the USB cable. There is no need to use the Safely Remove Hardware feature in Windows.

Computer images are projected.

It may take a while before computer images are projected. Please wait.

Applications that use part of DirectX functions may not be

displayed correctly.

Changing the Projected Image

You can change the projected image in the following two ways.

• Changing by Source Search The projector automatically detects signals being input from connected equipment, and the image being input from the equipment is projected.

• Changing directly to the target image You can use the Remote Control buttons to change to the target input port.

Automatically Detect Input Signal and Change the Projected Image (Source Search)

You can project the target image quickly as input ports with no image signal being input are ignored when you change by pressing the [Source Search] button.

EB-W8/X8

USB

EB-S8/W7/X7/S7

Computer

S-Video

Video

USB Display

Procedure

Computer

S-Video

Video

HDMI

USB Display

When your video equipment is connected, start playback before beginning this operation.

Using the Remote Control Using the Control panel

Changing the Projected Image

When two or more pieces of equipment are connected, press the [Source Search] button until the target image is projected.

The following screen showing the status of image signals is

displayed when only the image that the projector is currently displaying is available, or when no image signal can be found. You can select the input port where the equipment you want to use is connected. If no operation is performed after about 10 seconds, the screen closes.

Example: EB-W8/X8

Switch to the target image by Remote Control

You can change directly to the target image by pressing the following buttons on the Remote Control.

Remote Control

Changes to images from the Computer input port.

Each time the button is pressed, the image cycles through Video, S-Video,

and HDMI (EB-W8/X8 only) input ports.

Each time the button is pressed, the image changes between USB Display

and Slideshow (EB-W8/X8 only).

Functions for Enhancing Projection

Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Color Mode)

You can easily obtain the optimum image quality simply by selecting the setting that best corresponds to your surroundings when projecting. The brightness of the image varies depending on the mode selected.

Mode Application

Dynamic

Presentation

Theatre

Photo

Sports

sRGB

Ideal for use in a bright room. This is the brightest mode, and reproduces shadow tones well.

Ideal for making presentations using color materials in a bright room.

Ideal for watching films in a dark room. Gives images a natural tone.

Ideal for projecting still pictures, such as photos, in a bright room. The images are vivid and brought into contrast.

Ideal for watching TV programmes in a bright room. The images are vivid and brought to life.

Ideal for images that conform to the sRGB color standard.

Procedure

Remote Control

Each time you press the button, the Color Mode name is displayed on the screen and the Color Mode changes.

If you press the button while the Color Mode name is displayed on the screen, it changes to the next Color Mode.

The color mode can also be set using Color Mode in the Image

menu from the Configuration Menu.s p.49

Blackboard

Whiteboard

*1 Selectable only when RGB signal is input or the Source is set to USB

Display or USB (EB-W8/X8 only).

*2 Selectable only when component video, S-video, or composite video images

are input.

Even if you are projecting onto a Blackboard (greenboard), this setting gives your images a natural tint, just like when projecting onto a screen.

Ideal for making presentations using the whiteboard.

Functions for Enhancing Projection

Setting the Auto Iris

By automatically setting the luminance according to the brightness of the displayed image, it lets you enjoy deep and rich images.

Procedure

Press the [Menu] button and select Image - Auto Iris from the Configuration Menu.

p.48

Using the Remote Control Using the Control panel

Select On.

The setting is stored for each Color Mode.

"Using the Configuration Menu"

Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)

You can use this when you want to focus the audience's attention on what you are saying, or if you do not want to show details such as when you are changing between files during presentations from a computer.

Procedure

Remote Control Body

Press the [Menu] button to close the Configuration Menu.

Auto Iris can be set only when the Color Mode is Dynamic or Theatre.

Each time you press the button, or open/close the lens cover A/V Mute turns on or off.

Functions for Enhancing Projection

• If you use this function when projecting moving images, the images and sound continue to be played back by the source, and you cannot return to the point where A/V Mute was activated.

• When activated from the remote control, you can choose to display Black, Blue, or Logo as the A/V Mute display using the Extended - Display - A/V Mute setting from the Configuration menu.s p.53

• When the A/V mute slide is closed, and no operations are made for approximately 30 minutes, Lens Cover Timer activates and the power is automatically turned off. If you do not want Lens Cover Timer to activate, change the Lens Cover Timer setting to Off from Operation in the Extended menu.s p.53

Freezing the Image (Freeze)

When Freeze is activated on moving images, the frozen image continues to project on the screen, so you can project a moving image one frame at a time like a still photo. Also, you can perform operations such as changing between files during presentations from a computer without projecting any images if the Freeze function is activated beforehand.

Procedure

Remote Control

Each time you press the button, Freeze turns on or off.

• Audio does not stop.

• The image source continues to play back the moving images

even while the screen is frozen, and so it is not possible to resume projection from the point where it was paused.

• If the [Freeze] button is pressed while the Configuration Menu or a Help screen is displayed, the menu or Help screen being displayed is cleared.

• Freeze still works while E-Zoom is being used.

Functions for Enhancing Projection

Changing the Aspect Ratio

Change the Aspect Ratiog when video equipment is connected so that images that have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format. Change the Aspect Ratio when projecting computer images at full size.

The changing methods and the types of Aspect ratio are as follows.

Changing methods

Procedure

Remote Control

Each time you press the button, the Aspect name is displayed on the screen and the Aspect changes.

If you press the button while the Aspect name is displayed on the screen, it changes to the next Aspect Mode.

The aspect ratio can also be set using Aspect in the Signal menu

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Functions for Enhancing Projection

Changing the Aspect for video equipment images

EB-X8/S8/X7/S7

Each time you press the button, it switches between 4:3 and 16:9.

EB-W8/W7

Each time the button is pressed, it changes in the order Normal, 16:9, Full, Zoom, and Native.

D E

Zoom

Native

A B C

Normal

16:9

Full

Functions for Enhancing Projection

Changing the aspect for computer images (EB-X8/S8/X7/S7)

When projecting images from Computer input port or HDMI input port (EB-X8 only), you can change the Aspect as follows.

Set Values Operation Projection example

Normal

Displayed when the source is a computer.

Projects to the full projection size retaining the Aspect of the input image.

Auto (EB-X8 only)

Displayed only when the source is HDMI.

4:3

16:9

If parts of the image are missing, set Wide or Normal in Resolution from the Configuration Menu depending on the size of the computer panel.

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Projects in an appropriate aspect based on information from the signal being input.

Projects to the full projection size at an Aspect of 4:3. This is ideal for when you want to project images at an Aspect of 5:4 (1280 x 1024) to the full projection size.

Projects at a 16:9 Aspect. This is ideal for projecting at full screen size when using a 16:9 screen.

When a 1280x1024 signal is input

Functions for Enhancing Projection

Changing the aspect for computer images (EB-W8/W7)

You can change the Aspect as follows. For EB-W8/W7 the projection size is 1280 x 800 dots (aspect ratio 16:10) due to WXGA panel resolution. When projecting onto 16:9 screens, set the Aspect to 16:9.

Set Values Operation Projection example

Normal

Projects to the full projection size retaining the Aspect of the input image.

When a 1024x768 signal is input

Auto (EB-W8 only)

Displayed only when the source is HDMI.

16:9

Full

Projects in an appropriate aspect based on information from the input signal.

Projects to the full projection size at an Aspect of 16:9. When a 1024x768 signal is input

Project at full size. When a 1024x768 signal is input

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