Epson emp - 600, emp - 811 User Manual

About The Manuals and Notations Used

Types of Manual

The documentation for your EPSON projector is divided into the following three
manuals. The manuals cover the following topics.

•••• User’s Guide (this manual)

This Users Guide contai ns information on installing the projector, basic operation,
using the projector menus, troubleshooting and maintenance.

•••• Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms

This manual conta ins information on using the projector safely, and also includes
World-Wide Warra n t y Te r ms an d a Troubl eshooting check sh ee t.
Be sure to read this manual thoroughly before using the projector.

•••• Quick Reference Guide

Contains an overview of the most commonly-used projector func tions for easy
reference. You should keep this Quick Reference Guide near the p rojector at all times
and refer to it before starting pres entations and while using the projector in order to
check details of operation .

Notations used in this Users Guide

General information

Caution :

Tip :

Procedure

Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if suff icient
care is not ta ke n .

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

Indicates that an explanation of the unde rl ine d word or wo rds in front of
this symbol appears in the Glossary of Terms.
Refer to the Glossary in the Appendix. (P.101)

Indicates operating methods and the order of operations.
The procedure indicate d sh ould be carried out in the order of the numbers.

Meaning of "unit" and "projector"

When "unit" or "projector" appears in the text of this Users Guide, they may refer to
items which are accessories or optional equipment in addition to the main projector unit
itself.

Unpacking the Projector

When you unpack the projector, make sure that you have all these components.
If any of the components are missing or incorrect, please contact the place of
purchase.

Projector

(with lens cover attached by a
cord) At the time of purchase,
there is packing attached to the
rear adjusta b le f oot . Remove th is
packing before using the projector.

Po w er cord

(3 m (9.8 ft.))
For connecting the projector to a
wall outlet

PS/2 mouse cable

(1.8 m (6 ft.))
For connecting to a com put er
with a PS/2 mouse port in order
to use the wireless mouse
function

Remote control 2 AA manganese

batteries

(for the remote control)

Computer cable

(mini D-SUB 15-pin /
mini D-Sub 15-pin 1.8 m
(6 ft.))
For connecting the projec to r
to a computer

Audio/Video (A/V)

cable

(red/white/yellow 1.8 m
(6 ft.))
For connecting the projector
to a video component

USB cable

(1.8 m (6 ft.))
For connecting to a computer
with a USB port

Documentation

Safety Instruction s/
World-Wide Warranty Terms
User’s Guide (this manual)
Quick Reference Guide

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Features of the Projector

Horizontal and vertical keystone correction function

Keystone distortion in the projected image can be easily corrected,
not only vertically but horizontally also.
This allows even images which have been captured from a sideways
angle to be projected correctly. (P. 44)

Color mode function

The optimum images can be projected simply by selecting the image
quality from the following six pre-recorded settings according to the
projection environment being used. (P. 63, 66)
sRGB Normal Meeting
Presentation Theater Amusement

Easy to Operate

The accessory remote control can be used for operations such as pausing projection
(See "Freeze" on page 54) and zooming in on important areas of an image
(See "E-Zoom" on page 56). In addition, the remote control can be used to move the
pointer around on the computer screen during projection, to carry out operations
such as moving to the next page to be projected.
(See "Using the Remote Control to Operate the
Mouse Pointer" on page 25.)
If using the wireless mouse function with a USB
connection you can use the remote control to
display the next page or previous page when giving
a presentation using PowerPoint documents.

Compact and lightweight

The projector has a compact body with
a footprint the size of an A4 page
(348 (W) x 104 (H) x 274 (D) mm) and is
light in weight (approximately 4.2kg (9.3 lbs)).

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Brilliant, Attractive Images

Despite its compact size, the projector can display
images at high resolutions with a high degree of
luminance, providing beautifully clear images
even in bright environments.

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Presentation Support Functions

Effect options such as indicating important points using a pointer,
positioning stamps and drawing lines can be used to provide
effective support for presentations. (P. 58)

Picture-in-Picture Function

Computer images and VCR images can be played back and projected
simultaneously on a single screen. A sub-screen appearing on the
main computer screen can show moving images from a VCR,
thereby increasing the power of your presentation. (P. 60)

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Contents

Unpacking the Projector..........................................................................1

Features of the Projector.........................................................................2

Before Using the Projector

Part Names and Functions...................................................................... 8

Front/Top......................................................................................................................8

Control panel................................................................................................................9

Rear............................................................................................................................10

Base............................................................................................................................11

Remote control...........................................................................................................12

Before Using the Remote Control ......................................................... 13

Inserting the Batteries.................................................................... ............................13

Battery Replacement Period and Cautions.................................................................13

Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range.........................................14

Notes on Handling the Remote Control.....................................................................15

Installation............................................................................................. 16

Setting Up the Projector.............................................................................................16

Screen Size and Projection Distance..........................................................................18

Connecting to a Computer....................................................................19

Eligible Computers........ ... .... ......................................................................................1 9

Projecting Images from the Computer.......................................................................20

Playing Sound from the Computer.............................................................................24

Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer..........................................25

Connecting to an External Monitor............................................................................28

Connecting to a Video Source .............................................................. 29

Projecting Composite Video Images..........................................................................29

Projecting S-Video Images.........................................................................................30

Projecting Component Video Images.........................................................................31

Projecting RGB Video Images...................................................................................32

Connecting to an External Speaker ...................................................... 34

Basic Operations

Turning On the Projector ....................................................................... 36

Connecting the Power Cord.......................................................................................36

Turning On the Power and Projecting Images...........................................................37

Turning Off the Projector ....................................................................... 39

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Adjusting the Screen Image.................... ...... ....... ...... ........................... 41

Adjusting the Image Size..................................... ... .... ...............................................41

Adjusting the Image Angle........................................................................................42

Correcting Keystone Distortion.................................................................................44

Adjusting the Image Quality..................................................................46

Focusing the Screen Image........................................................................................46

Adjusting Computer Images..................... ... .... ..........................................................46

Adjusting the Volume ............................................................................49

Advanced Operations

Functions for Enhancing Projection ......................................................52

List of Functions........................................................................................................52

Function Details.........................................................................................................52

Using the Projector Menu Functions.....................................................62

List of Functions........................................................................................................62

Using the Menus........................................................................................................75

Appendices

Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 78

Using the Help...........................................................................................................78

When Having Some Trouble......................................................................................80

When the Indicators Provide No Help.......................................................................83

Maintenance..........................................................................................91

Cleaning.....................................................................................................................91

Replacing Consumables.............................................................................................93

Saving a User's Logo............................................................................ 98

Optional Accessories .......................................................................... 100

Glossary..............................................................................................101

List of ESC/VP21 Commands.............................................................103

Command List..........................................................................................................103

Communication protocol .........................................................................................104

USB Connection Setup................................................... .........................................104

Cable layouts............................................................................................................105

List of Supported Monitor Displays ..................................................... 106

Specifications...................................................................................... 107

Appearance......................................................................................... 109

Index ................................................................................................... 110

Before Using the Projector

Basic Operations

Advanced Operations

Appendices

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Before Using the Projector

This chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector
before use.

Part Names and Functions ............... ... ... ... ...................... ...8

Before Using the Remote Control............. ... .... ... ... ..........1 3

• Inserting the Batteries........................ ......................... ........................13

• Battery Replacement Period and Cautions.......................................13

• Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range...............14

• Notes on Handling the Remote Control.............................................15

Installation .........................................................................16

• Setting Up the Projector...................................................................... 16

• Screen Size and Projection Distance..................................................18

Connecting to a Comp ute r ...... ... ... ... ...................... ... ... ... .19

• Eligible Computers..............................................................................19

• Projecting Images from the Computer..............................................20

• If the monitor port is a mini D-Sub 15-pin connector......................................20

• If the monitor port is a digital RGB connector................................................. 21

• If the monitor port is a 5BNC connector ..........................................................22

• If the monitor port is a 13w3 connector............................. .................. .............23

• Playing Sound from the Computer ....................................................24

• Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer............... 25

• Connecting to an External Monitor................................... ................28

Connecting to a Video Source ..................... .... ... .............29

• Projecting Composite Vide o Imag es................... ...............................29

• Projecting S-Video Imag es....................................... ... .... ....................30

• Projecting Component Vide o Ima ge s.................................................31

• Projecting RGB Video Images.................................... ........................32

Connecting to an Externa l Spe a ke r.......... ... .... ... ... .......... 3 4

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Part Names and Functions

Front/Top

Zoom ring (P.41)

••••

Adjusts the image size.

Focus ring (P.46)

••••

Adjusts the image focus.

Lamp cover (P.94)

••••

Open this cover when replacing
the lamp unit inside the projector.

Lamp cover opening switch (P.94)

••••

Slide this switch to unlock the lamp
cover when removing it.

Security lock ( )

••••

(P.102)

Temperature indicator

••••

(P.80)

Indicates abnorma l it ies in the
internal projector temperature.

Lamp indicator (P.80)

••••

Indicates a problem with the
projection la mp or that the lamp
needs to be replaced.

Operation indicator (P.8 0)

••••

Flashes or lights to indicate the
operating status of the projector.

Control panel (P.9)

••••

Air exhaust

••••

vent

Handle

Remote control receiver (P.14)

••••

Receives signals from the remote
control.

Front adjustable foot (P.42)

••••

Extend and retract to adj ust the
projection angle.

Lens cover

••••

Attach when not using the projector to
prevent the lens from becoming dirty or
damaged.

••••

Hold this handle when
lifting and transporting
the projector.

Foot adjust button (P.42)

••••

Press this button while lifting up
the projector in order to make
fine adjustments to the
adjustable foot or to retract it.

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Control panel

[Power] (P.37)

••••

Turns the projector power on
and off.

[Computer/YCbCr] (P.38)

••••

Switches the input
source between the
Computer 1 port and the
Computer 2/Component
Video port ea c h ti me th e
button is pressed.

[Menu] (P.75)

••••

Displays or hides the
menus.

[V-Keystone] (P.44)

••••

Press this button if the
projected image has
vertical keystone
distortion.
If you press and hold
the [Shift] button
while pressing this
button, you can adjust
the synchronization of
computer images.

[Shift] (P.47)

••••

This button does not
function by itself. Press and
hold this button while
pressing either [Keyston e]
button to activate the
function that is printed in
orange on the control panel
(Sync or Tracking).

Power

Help

Computer/YCbCr

Menu

Tracking - Tracking +

A/V Mute

Shift

Source

Sync+

Auto

Sync-

Resize

Video

Esc

Keystone

Volume

[Help] (P.78)

••••

Displays the online help
menu to assist you if you
have a problem.

[Video] (P.38)

••••

Switches the input source
between the Video port and
the S-Video port each time
the button is pressed.

[Esc] (P.75)

••••

Stops the current function.
Pressing [Esc] while viewing
a menu or the online help
displays the previous screen
or menu.

[H-Keys tone] (P.44)

••••

Press this button if the
projected image has
horizontal keystone
distortion.
If you press and hold the
[Shift] button while pressing
this button, you can adjust the
tracking of computer images.

[Auto] (P.46)

••••

Automatically adjusts the
computer image to the
optimum image.
When a setting menu or help
screen is displayed, this key
functions as an button.
When a menu item is
selected, press th is button t o
proceed to the next screen.

[Resize] (P.41, 55)

••••

Changes the size of the
projection area.

[A/V Mute] (P.52)

••••

Turns off the audio and video.

[Volume] (P.49)

••••

Adjusts the volume.

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Part Names and Functions

Rear

Audio Out port (P.34)

••••

Outputs the audio signal being input to
the projector.
* If a stereo mini jack is connected here,

the sound stops coming out from the
projector's built-in speak er.

Control (RS-232C) port (P.105)

••••

Connects the projector to a computer
using an RS-232C cable.

Mouse port (P.25)

••••

Connects the proj ector to a comput er
via the accessory PS/2 mou se cabl e
when using the remote control as a
wireless mouse.

USB port (P.24, 26, 105)

••••

Connects the projector to a
computer or USB equipment via
the accessory USB cable.

Remote control receiver

••••

(P.14)

Receives signals from
the remote control.

Monitor Out port (P.28)

••••

Outputs the projected analog vide o signal
from a computer to an external monitor.
This is not available for digital vide o si gnals
being input to the Computer 1 port or signals
from other video sources.

Computer 2/Component Video p ort

••••

(P.20)

Inputs analog video signals from a
computer and component video signals
from other video sources.

Computer 1 port (P.21)

••••

Inputs digital/analog RGB vide o
signals from a computer.

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Speaker

••••

Power inlet

••••

(P.36)

Connects the
power cord.

Rear adjustable foot (P.42)

••••

Extend and ret ract to adjust the
horizontal projection angle. At the time
of purchase, there is packing attached to
the rear adjustable foot. Remove this
packing before using the projector.

Remote port (P.100)

••••

Connects an optional
remote control receiver to
the projec tor.

S-Video port (P.30)

••••

Inputs an S-Video signal to
the projector from other
video sources.

Audio 1 port (P.24)

••••

Inputs audio signals.
Connects using a stereo mini jack.

Audio 2 port (P.24)

••••

Inputs audio signals. Use the
accessory A/V cable for this
connection.

Video port (P.29)

••••

Inputs composite video signals to the
projector from other video sources.
Use the accessory A/V cable for this
connection.

Base

Front adjusta b l e fo ot

••••

Air filter (air inlet) (P.92, 97)

••••

Prevents dust and other foreign particles
from being drawn into the projec tor. Wh en
replacing the la mp, rep lace the a ir fi lter al so.

Suspension bracket fixing points (4 points)

••••

(P.16)

Install the optional ceilin g mount here when
suspending the projec to r fro m th e ceiling.

Rear adjustable foot

••••

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Part Names and Functions

Remote control

Indicator

••••

Lights when a remote control
signal is being output.

[Freeze] (P.54)

••••

Keeps the current computer or
video image on the screen.

[A/V Mute] (P.52)

••••

Turns off the audio and video.

[E-Zoom] (P.56)

••••

Enlarges or reduces the size of
the image without changing the
size of the projection area.

Effect buttons (P.58)

••••

Special effects funct ions are
assigned to these buttons as
follows.
[1]: Pointer/stamp
[2]: Spotlight
[3]: Bar

[Left] (P.27)

••••

Acts as a mouse left-click
when using the remote
control as a wireless mouse.

[Menu] (P.75)

••••

Displays or hides the menus.

[Auto] (P.46)

••••

Automatically adjusts the
computer image to the
optimum image.

[P in P] (P.60)

••••

Activates the Picture in Picture
(P in P) function.

[Volume] (P.49)

••••

Adjusts the volume.

Remote control transmitter (P.14)

••••

Outputs infrared remote control signals.

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Esc

Menu

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

P in P

Preset

Volume

[Preset] (P.63)

••••

Selects one of the c omputer
image resolutions that have
been pres et.

[Power] (P.37)

••••

Turns the projector power on
and off.

[↑]/[↓] (P.26)

••••

When the projector is
connected to a computer u si n g
the accessory USB ca ble, th ese
keys function in the same way
as the [↑]/[↓] keys on the USB
keyboard.

R/C switch (P.14)

••••

Turns the remote control power
on and off.

(P.27, 75)

••••

Press the edge of the button
to move the mouse pointer in
the direction of the edge
pressed. When a menu is
displayed, the button
accepts the menu selection and
displays the next screen or
menu.

[Right]/[Esc] (P.27, 76)

••••

Stops the current function.
Displays the previous screen or
menu while viewing a menu or
the online help. Act s as a
mouse right-click when using
the remote control as a
wireless mouse.

[Help] (P.78)

••••

Displays the online help menu.

[Source] (P.38 )

••••

[Comp1]: Switche s to the
images input from the
Computer 1 port.
[Comp2/YCbCr]: Switches to
the images input from the
Computer 2/Component Video
port.
[S-Video]: Switc he s to the
images input from the S-Video
port.
[Video]: Switches to the
images input from the Video
port.

[Resize] (P.41, 55)

••••

Changes the size of the
projecti on area.

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Before Using the Remote Control

Inserting the Batteries

The batteries are not inserted into the remote control at the time of purchase,
and so you need to insert them before the remote control can be used.

Procedure

Remove the battery compartment

1

cover .

While pushing the catch of the battery
compartment cover, lift the cover up to
remove it.

Insert the batteries.

2

Make sure the polarities of the batteries
are correct.

Replace the battery compartment

3

cover .

Press the battery compartment cover
until it clicks into place.

Battery Replacement Period and Cautions

If the remote control becomes slow in responding or if it stops working, the
batteries may be spent. If this happens, replace the batteries with fresh ones.

Guide to battery replacement period: After about 6 months if the remote control is
used for 30 minutes each day

Catch

* The replacement period given above may vary depending on the amount of

usage and the ambient conditions.

Use the following type of batteries as replacements.

2 AA manganese batteries

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Before Using the Remote Control

Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range

Using the Remote Control

The remote control is used in the following way.

Procedure

Set the R/C switch on the remote

1

control to the ON position.

Point the remote control

2

transmitter toward one of the
remote control receivers on the
projector and operate the remote
control buttons.

Tip :

• Do not allow sunlight or light from fluorescent lamps to shine directly onto the
projector's remote contro l receivers, otherwise it may interfere with the reception of
signals from the remote control.

• Set the R/C switc h on the remote control to the OFF positi on whe n not u sing the remote
control. Leaving the R/C switch on will consume battery power.

Remote Operating Range

Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or
angle between the remote control and the remote control receiver is outside the
normal operating range, the remote control may not work.

Operating distan ce Operating angle

Approx. 10 m (30 ft.)

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Remote control
receiver (front)

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

c
s
E

Menu

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

Preset

P in P

Volume

Approx. ±30° horizontally

Approx. ±15° vertically

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

c
s

E

Menu

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video
Resize

Auto

P in P

Preset

Volume

Remote control
receiver (back)

Approx. ±30° horizontally

Approx. 30°

Approx. ±15° vertically

Approx. 15° Approx. 15°

Remote control

receiver

Approx. 30°

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Remote control transmitter

c
s
E

Menu

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

Preset

P in P

Volume

Approx. 30°

Approx. 30°

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

c
s
E

Menu

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

Preset

P in P

Volume

Approx. 15°

Approx.

10 m (30 ft.)

Approx. 15°

Approx. 15°

When suspended from
the ceiling

Approx. 15° Approx. 15°

Tip :

If you would like to use the remote contr o l from a distance outside the normal operating
range, use the optional remote control receiver.
See “Appendix: Optional Accessories” (P. 1 0 0)

Notes on Handling the Remote Control

Make sure that you observe the following at all times to avoid malfunctions or
damage to the remote control.

• Do not drop the remote control or subject it to strong shocks.

• Do not allow the remote control to become wet. If it does become wet,

wipe it immediately with a dry cloth.

• Remove the batteries if you will not be using the remote control for a long
period of time. The batteries may leak if they are left inside the remote
control.

• Some functions can only be carried out using the remote control. K eep the
remote control near the projector at all times so that you do not lose the
remote control.

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Installation

Setting Up the Projector

The projector supports the following four different projection methods,
allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images.

When setting up the projector, be sure to first read the Safety Instructions/
World-Wide Warranty Terms for information on the safety precautions
that must be observed at this time.

• Front projection

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• Front/ceiling projection

* A special method of installation is required in order to suspend the pr ojector

from the ceiling. Please contact the place of purchase if you w ould like to u se
this installation method.

• Rear projection using a translucent screen

• Rear/ceiling projection using a translucent screen

* A special method of installation is required in order to suspend the projector

from the ceiling. Please contact the place of purchase if you wo uld like to use
this installation method.

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Installation

Screen Size and Projection Distance

The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image
size.

Recommended distance 0.9m – 12.4m (3.0 – 40.7 ft.)

While referring to the table below, position the projector so that the image size
is smaller than the screen size.

Screen size (cm (ft.)) Approximate projection distance* (m (ft.))

30” (61 × 46 (2.0 × 1.5)) 0.9 – 1.1 (3.0 – 3.6)
40” (81 × 61 (2.7 × 2.0)) 1.2 – 1.6 (3.9 – 5.2)

60” (120 × 90 (3.9 × 3. 0)) 1.8 – 2.4 (5.9 – 7.9)

80” (160 × 120 (5.3 × 3. 9)) 2.5 – 3.2 (8.2 – 10.5)

100” (200 × 150 (6 .6 × 4.9)) 3.1 – 4.1 (10.2 – 13. 5)

200” (410 × 300 (13.5 × 9.8))

300” (610 × 460 (20.0 × 15.1))

* The value for the projection distance should be used as a guide for setting up

the projector. The actual distance will vary depending on projectio n con ditions.

610 460(cm)

410 300

2.5 3.2

3.1 4.1

6.1 8.3

9.2 12.4 (m)

6.1 – 8.3 (20.0 – 27. 2)

9.2 – 12.4 (30.2 – 40.7)

200 150

160 120

120 90

81 61

0.9 1.1

1.2 1.6

1.8 2.4

*When installing against a wall, leave

a space of about 20 cm (7.9 inches)
between the projector and the wall.

6

4

1

6

300"

200"

100"
80"

60"
40"

30"

20cm*

(7.9 inches)

*

20cm

(7.9 inches)

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Tip :

• The projector’s lens allows a zoom ratio of up to about 1.35. The image size at the
maximum zoom setting is about 1.35 times bigger than the image size at the minimum
zoom setting.

• The image size will be reduced when keystone correction is carried out.

Connecting to a Computer

Caution :

When connecting the projector to a comput er, be sure to check the following.

• Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting them. If
the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result.

• Check the shapes of the cable connectors and the device ports before making the
connections. If you try to force a connector to fit a device port with a different shape or
number of terminals, da mage to the connector or port may result.

Eligible Computers

The projector cannot be connected to some types of computer, or projection of
images may not be possible even if actual connection is possible. Make sure
that the computer you intend to use satisfies the conditions given below.

• Condition 1: The computer must have a video signal output port.

Check that the computer has a por t such as an RGB port, mo nitor por t or CRT
port which can output image signals.
If the computer has a built-in monitor, or if using a laptop computer, it may
not be possible to connect the computer to the projector, or alternatively you
may need to purchase a separate external output port. Refer to the
documentation for your computer under a heading such as "Connecting an
external monitor" or simila r for fur th er detail s .

• Condition 2: The display resolution and frequency of the computer must be

listed in the "List of Supported Monitor Displays".
See “Appendix: List of Supported Monitor Displays”(P.106)

Some computers may have functions for changing the output resolution. For
details, refer to the section of the d ocumentation pro vided with your comp uter
and change the setting to within a range given in the list of supported
resolutions.

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Connecting to a Computer

Projecting Images from the Computer

The shape and specifications of the computer’s monitor port will determine
which projector port and what type of cable should be used. Check the
following to see which type of port your computer has.

If the monitor port is a mini D-Sub 15-pin port

Use the accessory computer cable to connect the Computer 2/Component V ideo
port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the computer.
If you are connecting two computers with analog RGB output to the projector,
use the optional DVI analog cab le to connect the monitors of the two computers
to the Computer 1 port at the rear of the projector.
See “Appendix: Optional Accessories” (P.100)

When connecting to the Computer 2/Component Video port

To monitor port

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Compute r ca bl e

(accessory)

To Computer2/

Component Video port

Tip :

• After making the connections, change the Comp2/YCbCr Input setting in the Setting
menu to Analog-RGB. (P .6 9 )

• Do not bind the power cord and the computer cable together, otherwise image
interference or errors in operation may result.

• You may need to purchase a separate adapter to connect the computer to the projector,
depending on the shape of the computer's monitor port. Refer to the documentation for
the computer for details.

• A commercially-availa ble adapter is required in ord er to conn e ct the projector to a
Macintosh computer.

• If the computer and projecto r are too far away from eac h other for the accessory ca ble
to reach , or if you would like to proj ect compu te r images at UXGA resolution , use the
optional computer cable. See “Appendix: Optional Accessories” (P.100)

If the monitor port is a digital RGB connector

If the computer has a standard D VI or DFP -compliant di gital video card or
video output port, use an optional digital video cable or DVI analog cable to
connect the monitor port of the computer to the Computer 1 port at the rear of
the projector. The type of connection cable used will vary depending on the
specifications for the computer's monitor port.
See “Appendix: Optional Accessories” (P.100)

To digital RGB
output port

Digital video cable or DVI analog cable

(optional)

To Computer 1 port

Tip :

• You may need to change the computer settings when switching the computer output to
digital RGB. Refer to the documentation for the comput er for details.

• If you are connecting a computer with a mini D-Sub 15-pin output port to the projector
at the same time, connect the computer with the mini D-Sub 15-pin output port to the
Computer 2/Component Video port of the projector.

• After making the connections, change the Comp1 Input setting in the Setting menu to
Digital-RGB. (P.69)

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Connecting to a Computer

If the monitor port is a 5BNC port

Use the optional computer cable to connect the Computer 2/Component Video
port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the computer.
See “Appendix: Optional Accessories” (P.100)

To monitor port

Computer cable

(optional)

To Computer 2/
Component Video port

Tip :

• After making the connections, change the Comp2/YCbCr Input setting in the Setting
menu to Analog-RGB. (P .6 9 )

• Do not bind the power cord and the computer cable together, otherwise image
interference or errors in operation may result.

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If the monitor por t is a 13w 3 po rt

Some workstation-type computers have a 13w3 monitor port.

Use a commercially-available 13w3 ⇔ D-Sub 15-pin adapter cable to connect

the Computer 2/Component Video port at the rear of the projector to the
monitor port of the computer.

To monitor port

13w3 cable (commercially-availa ble)

To Computer 2/
Component Video port

Tip :

• After making the connections, change the Comp2/YCbCr Input setting in the Setting
menu to Analog-RGB. (P.69)

• Do not bind the power cord and the computer cable together, otherwise image
interference or errors in operation may result.

• Some workstations may require a special cable. Consult the workstation manufacturer
for further details.

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Connecting to a Computer

Playing Sound from the Computer

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

• By using the accessory A/V cable (white/red) to con nect the compu ter's audio
output ports to the Audio 2 port (RCA jack) at the rear of the projector

A/V cable (white/red)

To audio outp u t po r t

• By using a commercially-available audio cable to connect the computer's
audio output ports to the Audio 1 port (stereo mini jack) at the rear of the
projector. It is recommended that you use an audio cable with a 3.5 mm
diameter stereo mini jack.

(accessory)

To Audio 2 port

(White/Red)

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Audio cable

(commercially-available)

To audio output port To Audio 1 port

• For a computer which is capable of USB

audio output, by using the
accessory USB cable to connect the computer's USB port to the USB port at
the rear of the projector.

USB cable

To USB port

(accessory)

To USB port

Tip :

• After making the connections, change the Audio Input setting in the Audio menu to
either Audio1, Audio2 or USB, depending on which input port you are using. (P.67)

• You can also connect external speakers to the projector in order to reproduce the audio
signals. (P.34)

• The USB cable can only be connected to computers with a standard USB interface. If
using a computer which is running Windows, the computer must have had a full
version of Windows 98/2 00 0/ Me ins talled. If the computer is run nin g a version of
Windows 98/2000/Me that has been upgraded from an earlier version of Windows,
correct operation cannot be guaranteed. If using a Macintosh computer, the computer
must be running OS9.0 – 9.1. It may not be poss ible to use the USB audio f unction
under some versions of both the Windows and Macintosh operating systems.

• If using a USB cable to output sound from the computer, you may need to change the
computer settings. For details, refer to the section of the documentation provided with
your computer.

Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer

You can use the remote control as a wireless mouse to control the mouse pointer
on the computer screen. To do this, you must use a mouse cable to connect the
mouse port of the computer to the mouse port or the USB
the projec tor.

Computer Mouse used Applicable cable

Windows

Macintosh
(OS8.6 – 9.1)

PS/2 mouse PS/2 mouse cable (supplied)
USB mouse USB cable (supplied)

USB mouse USB cable (supplied)

port at the rear of

Example of PS/2 mouse connection

Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting
them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, errors in
operation or damage may result.

To PS/2 mouse port

PS/2 mouse cable (accessory)

To Mouse port

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Connecting to a Computer

Example of USB mouse connection

To USB mouse port

USB cable

(accessory)

To USB port

* If you make a USB connection, you can use the [↑] and [↓] buttons on the

remote control. These buttons can be used to scroll back and forth through
pages when projecting a PowerPoint prese ntation.

Tip :

• The USB cable can only be conn ect ed to com put er s w ith a st anda rd USB interf ace . If
using a computer which is ru nning Windows, the computer must have had a full
version of Windows 98/2000/Me installed. If the computer is running a version of
Windows 98/2000/Me that has been up gra ded from an earlier version of Windows,
correct operation cannot be guaranteed.
If using a Macintos h computer, the computer must be running OS8.6 – 9.1.
It may not be possible to use the mouse function under some versions of both the
Windows and Macintosh operating systems .

• Some computer settings may have to be changed in order for the mouse function to be
used. Consult the Users Guide for the computer for further details.

• A PS/2 mouse and a USB mous e cannot be used simultaneously.

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Once the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as
follows.

Moving the mouse
pointer

Press the edge of the
button to move the mouse
pointer in the direction of
the edge pressed. The
button can be tilted in an y
one of 16 directions .

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Left click

Press the [Left] button.

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Right click

Press the [Right/Esc]
button.

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

E-Zoom

Esc

Menu

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

P in P

Preset

Volume

Esc

Menu

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

P in P

Preset

Volume

Esc

Menu

Help

Comp1

Comp2/YCbCr

Source

Video

S-Video

Resize

Auto

P in P

Preset

Volume

Tip :

• If the mouse button settings have been reversed at the computer, the operation of the
remote control buttons will also be reversed.

• The wireless mouse function cannot be used when any of the following functions are
being used.

•During menu display •Effect •Before setting a Picture in Picture sub-screen

•E-zoom •When image size is set to normal display (resizing off) (for resolutions of
SXGA and above)

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Connecting to a Computer

Connecting to an External Monitor

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

Monitor port

Cable provided with monitor

Tip :

• Digital RGB signals that are being input to the Computer 1 port cannot be output to an
external monitor.

• Video images cannot be output to an external monitor.

To Monitor Out port

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