Epson EMP-7850 Setup Guide

EasyMP Setup Guide

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Notations Used in This Guide

Caution :

Tip :

Procedure

[(Button Name)]

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

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

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Contents

Functions .......................................................................................... 5

Projecting Computer Images via a Network (Network Screen) ............5

All-in-one Projector Management .........................................................6

Giving a Presentation Without a Computer (CardPlayer)......................7

Before Use

Operating Environment ................................................................... 10

System Requirements for EasyMP Software....................................... 10

Conditions for Connecting to Compatible Wireless

LAN Cards and Access Points..........................................................11

Precautions Regarding the Use of the Included Wireless LAN Card.. 12

Inserting and Removing Cards ....................................................... 14

Installation ........................................................................................... 14

Removal...............................................................................................15

Interpreting the Access Lamp..............................................................16

Installing EasyMP Software ............................................................ 17

Projecting Images from a Computer Communicating via

a Network (Network Screen)

Types of Network Connections ....................................................... 20

Connecting Using Easy Connect Mode .......................................... 21

Before Connecting...............................................................................21

Steps for Connecting Using Easy Connect Mode................................22

Using the Toolbars .......................................................................... 34

Icon Use and Actions........................................................................... 34

E-Zoom................................................................................................ 36

Basic Settings.......................................................................................37

Disconnecting from a Network Connection..................................... 39

Disconnecting at the Computer............................................................39

Disconnecting at the Projector.............................................................39

Connecting in Access Point Mode or Wired

LAN Connection Mode................................................................. 40

Before Connecting...............................................................................40

Steps for Connecting in Access Point Mode or

Wired LAN Connection Mode..........................................................41

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Contents

What If the Projector You Want does not Appear?.......................... 56

Connecting in IP Connect Mode ......................................................... 56

Creating and Connecting to Groups .................................................... 61

Transmitting Encrypted Data ........................................................... 71

Appendices

Compatible PC Cards ..................................................................... 74

Compatible Memory Cards ................................................................. 74

Compatible Wired LAN Cards ............................................................ 74

Uninstalling EasyMP Software ........................................................ 75

Glossary .......................................................................................... 76

About Compliance Statement ......................................................... 78

Index ............................................................................................... 80

Functions

EasyMP supplied with this unit is divided into the following two functions:

• Network Screen Function - connects to a network and projects images from a computer.

• CardPlayer Function - projects files stored on a memory card in this projector and allows a presentation to be shown without connecting to a computer.

Projecting Computer Images via a Network (Network Screen)

If a projector equipped with Network Screen is connected to a network via a wireless LAN, computer images can be projected without cables. Additionally, if the projector is connected to a LAN, the images of a computer on the network can also be projected.

Wireless Connection

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Functions

Wired LAN Connection

All-in-one Projector Management

If any errors occur with a projector, the projector can be made to notify the details of these errors to a designated e-mail address. In this way, projectors installed in remote locations can be monitored and controlled from one place, saving time and energy. If "EMP Monitor" is used, you can simultaneously turn the power to multiple projectors on or off, and control multiple projectors connected to a network.

Giving a Presentation Without a Computer (CardPlayer)

By using CardPlayer, files saved to a memory card can be projected without using a computer.

Scenario files

Graphic files

Movie files

Projecting a PowerPoint File

By using EMP SlideMaker2, the essential parts can be extracted from a Microsoft PowerPoint file, rearranged to create a "scenario" and transmitted to a memory card. As these transmitted scenarios are reproducible by Card Player, PowerPoint presentations can be made at your destination by carrying just the projector and the memory card on which the presentation is stored.

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Projecting Photograph Data from a Digital Camera or Memory Card

In addition to being able to view the files saved on a memory card in a list, files can be projected in order, one at a time, like a slideshow.

Projecting Movie Files

MPEG movies can also be projected. If a movie file recorded on a digital video camera or downloaded from the internet is stored on a memory card, it can be played back by CardPlayer in the same way as an graphic file. If sound has been recorded with the MPEG movie, the sound will also be played back. A more effective presentation can be performed using movie files.

Before Use

This chapter describes the preparation for connecting the projector to a computer.

Operating Environment 10

• System Requirements for EasyMP Software...................... 10

• System Requirements for EMP NS Connection................... 10

• System Requirements for EMP SlideMaker2 ....................... 10

• System Requirements for EMP Monitor ............................... 11

• Conditions for Connecting to Compatible

Wireless LAN Cards and Access Points.............................. 11

• Precautions Regarding the Use of the Included

Wireless LAN Card............................................................... 12

• EM Safety Precautions......................................................... 12

• Frequency Precautions......................................................... 13

• International Travel Precautions........................................... 13

Inserting and Removing Cards 14

• Installation ............................................................................. 14

• Removal.................................................................................. 15

• Interpreting the Access Lamp.............................................. 16

• Interpreting the Card Slot Access Lamp............................... 16

• Interpreting the Wireless LAN Card Access Lamp ............... 16

Installing EasyMP Software 17

Operating Environment

System Requirements for EasyMP Software

The "EasyMP Software CD-ROM" provided, contains the following three programs.

• EMP NS Connection

Transmit images from computer to a projector via a network.

• EMP SlideMaker2

Create and transmit scenarios.

• EMP Monitor

Simultaneously monitor and control multiple projectors on a network.

The hardware requirements for each software program differs as follows.

System Requirements for EMP NS Connection

OS Windows 98/Me/2000/XP CPU Minimum: Pentium III 500MHz (Recommended: Pentium III

700MHz or higher)

Memory At least: 128MB (Recommended: 192MB or above) Available hard

disk space Display At least VGA (640×480) resolution (Recommended: XGA

* Macintosh is not supported.

At least 20MB

(1024×768) resolution, 16-bit colour)

System Requirements for EMP SlideMaker2

OS Windows 98/Me/2000/XP CPU Minimum: Celeron 300MHz (Recommended: Celeron

400MHz or higher)

Memory Minimum: 64MB (Recommended: 128MB or above) Available hard

disk space Display At least SVGA (800×600) resolution (Recommended: XGA

* Macintosh is not supported.

At least 12MB

(1024×768) resolution or above)

System Requirements for EMP Monitor

OS Windows 98 Second Edition/Me/NT 4.0 Workstation/2000

Professional/XP

CPU Minimum: Pentium MMX 166MHz (Recommended: Pentium

II 233MHz or higher)

Memory 64MB or more (128MB or more recommended) Available hard

disk space Display Minimum: XGA (1024×768) or higher resolution, 16-bit

* Macintosh is not supported.

At least 6MB

colour or higher

Conditions for Connecting to Compatible Wireless LAN Cards and Access Points

The included wireless LAN card can connect with the following Wi-Fi compliant equipment.

• Wireless LAN cards

• Computers with internal wireless LAN functionality

• Access points

The enclosed wireless LAN card is designed to be used exclusively with this projector. Our company will not be held responsible for any damage caused if the LAN card is inserted into a computer.

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Operating Environment

Precautions Regarding the Use of the Included Wireless LAN Card

Do not use a wireless LAN card other than the one provided with this projector.

The meaning of the label below for the included LAN card is as follows.

Frequency Range

Modulation HR/DSS-SS Potential

Interference Range

Can/Can not change frequency

2.4GHz band

Less than 20m

Uses all bands, and is capable of avoiding "licenced" as well as "unlicenced" bands.

EM Safety Precautions

Be aware of the following points regarding the included wireless LAN card.

• May exert electromagnetic interference on, and cause malfunction of, cardiac pacemakers. Before use, ensure that electromagnetic interference does not occur.

• May exert electromagnetic interference on, and cause malfunction of, sensitive medical equipment. Before use, ensure that electromagnetic interference does not occur.

• Do not use near microwave ovens. Wireless communication may be interrupted by electromagnetic interference generated by microwave ovens.

• Use of this product on aircraft may be restricted in some countries. Use of this product is based on due diligence with regard to regulations.

Frequency Precautions

The frequency range which applies to the wireless LAN cards that can be used in the projector is the 2.4GHz band. This wireless LAN card operates in the same frequency bandwidth as industrial, scientific, and medical devices such as microwave ovens and mobile unit identification (RF-ID) systems (licenced premises radio stations and unlicenced specified low-power radio stations) used in factory production lines. Before using the wireless LAN card, check that there are not any radio stations for mobile unit identification or specified low-power radio station premises nearby. In the event that this wireless LAN card should interfere electromagnetically with the premises of a radio station used for mobile unit recognition, cease use immediately and stop generating the electromagnetic field. Contact your nearest dealer or the address provided under "International Warranty Conditions" in Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms if this wireless LAN card interferes electromagnetically with a special low-power radio station used for mobile unit identification or causes similar problems.

International Travel Precautions

The wireless LAN card configuration is based on the specifications of the country of purchase. Because the wireless LAN card is designed to conform to the channel frequency limits of the country it is intended to be used in, it may infringe upon the laws or regulations of other countries if used outside the country of purchase. If you need to use it outside the country of purchase, purchase a new wireless LAN card for that country. To purchase such a card, contact the address for the country of use, provided in the "International Warranty Conditions" section of the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms booklet.

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Inserting and Removing Cards

Inserting and removing PC cards will be explained using the included wireless LAN card provided as an example. When using a other PC cards or inserting or removing a card in a PC card slot on a computer, refer to the documentation included with the card.

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The following PC cards can be inserted in the card slot on this projector.

• Wireless LAN card (only available with the one included with this projector)

• Memory card

For detailed specifications regarding compatible cards, refer to "Compatible PC Cards". p.74

• Wired LAN card

For details on compatible wired LAN cards, refer to "Compatible Wired LAN Cards".

p.74

Installation

Caution :

• Insert the PC card facing the right way. Installing the device back to front or upside

down may cause failure or damage.

• Always remove the card before transporting the projector.

Procedure

Hold the wireless LAN card with the face outwards and insert it into the projector card slot.

Insert firmly into the slot until it is secure. Once the wireless LAN card has been fully inserted in the card slot, the rear edge of the card will protrude from the slot.

Rear

Removal

Caution :

• Do not remove a PC card when the access lamp is lit green, when connected to a network or when projecting a scenario. Improperly removing a PC card may result in damage to the card or data destruction on a memory card.

• The PC card gets hot during and after projector use. Please handle the card carefully to avoid personal injury or burns.

• When you wish to remove a memory card whilst using CardPlayer, be sure to close CardPlayer before removal. CardPlayer may malfunction if a memory card is removed without closing CardPlayer first. "Closing CardPlayer" in the EasyMP Operation Guide

Procedure

Press the eject button above of the card slot.

The eject button will pop out.

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Card slot access lamp

Press the eject button again.

Enough of the wireless LAN card will be ejected so that you can grasp the edge of the card and pull it straight out of the slot.

Caution :

Be sure to press the eject button back in to prevent it from being broken or damaged.

Eject button

Inserting and Removing Cards

Interpreting the Access Lamp

Interpreting the Card Slot Access Lamp

The colour of the card slot access lamp indicates the access status of the memory card as follows when the memory card is inserted.

: ON : OFF

State Access status

Green Data is being read from the memory card. OFF Not accessing the memory card. Red An error occurred whilst reading the memory card.

Interpreting the Wireless LAN Card Access Lamp

The card slot access lamp is not on when the wireless LAN card is inserted in the card slot. The communication status can be determined by the access lamp on the wireless LAN card as follows.

: ON : OFF

State Communication status

Ye l l o w The wireless LAN card is ready for use.

Green Data is being transmitted. OFF The projector is off or the wireless LAN card is not inserted

correctly.

For information about the wired LAN card access lamp(s), refer to the documentation of the wired LAN card you are using.

Installing EasyMP Software

Install "EMP NS Connection", "EMP SlideMaker2", and "EMP Monitor" from the accessory "EasyMP Software CD-ROM" individually, or as needed. When using Windows 2000/NT4.0/XP, only a user with administrator privileges can install the software. Before installation, close all other programs.

Procedure

Turn on the computer, allow Windows to start, and insert the "EasyMP

Software CD-ROM" in the CD drive.

The Setup program should start automatically.

Tip :

If the Setup program does not start automatically, manually start the program by selecting "Start"-"Run" to get the "Run" dialogue box. Specify the location of the setup program by entering the "R(CD drive letter):\SETUP.exe" and then clicking "OK".

Verify that "Installing EasyMP Software" is selected, and click " ".

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Installing EasyMP Software

Select the names of the software products to install, then click " ".

Installation begins. Follow the instructions on the screen to continue installation. The software cannot all be installed at the same time.

Caution :

When installing EMP NS Connection in Windows 2000/XP, the "EPSON GDI Monitor Driver" installation confirmation window is displayed. When prompted, please be sure to select, "Yes" (Windows 2000) or "Continue Anyway" (Windows XP).

If you do not select "Yes" or "Continue Anyway", Network Screen will not operate normally. When the "EPSON GDI Monitor Driver" is being installed, the screen may go blank for a moment, but this is not a problem. Please allow the installarion to continue.

Control will return to the screen in Step 3 once installation is complete.

To install another software application, select the name and click " ". To finish, click " ".

Projecting Images from a Computer Communicating via a Network (Network Screen)

Here, the procedures for connecting with and projecting from a computer via a network, how to use the toolbar and the method for terminating connection, are explained.

Types of Network Connections 20

Connecting Using Easy Connect Mode 21

• Before Connecting................................................................. 21

• Steps for Connecting Using Easy Connect Mode............... 22

• Connection Settings on the Projector................................... 22

• Computer Connection Settings............................................. 28

• Connecting to a Computer.................................................... 28

• Connection Restrictions........................................................ 32

Using the Toolbars 34

• Icon Use and Actions ............................................................ 34

• E-Zoom................................................................................... 36

• Basic Settings......................................................................... 37

Disconnecting from a Network Connection 39

• Disconnecting at the Computer ........................................... 39

• Disconnecting at the Projector............................................. 39

Connecting in Access Point Mode or Wired LAN Connection Mode 40

• Before Connecting................................................................. 40

• Steps for Connecting in Access Point Mode or

Wired LAN Connection Mode............................................. 41

• Connection Settings on the Projector................................... 41

• Connection Settings on the Computer.................................. 52

• Connecting to a Computer.................................................... 52

What If the Projector You Want does not Appear? 56

• Connecting in IP Connect Mode.......................................... 56

• Creating and Connecting to Groups ................................... 61

• Creating Groups ................................................................... 61

• Connecting to a Group.......................................................... 65

• Exporting Groups.................................................................. 68

• Importing Groups.................................................................. 69

Transmitting Encrypted Data 71

Types of Network Connections

The connection between a computer and the projector via a network can be in one of two forms.

• Connecting in Ad hoc mode

This is a method of peer to peer connection between a computer and a projector using a wireless LAN card. Communication takes place directly between the computer and projector, without the use of an access point. Making a connection is as simple as setting up a matching keyword or number on both the projector and computer.

• Connecting in Infrastructure Mode

This is the method of using a wired LAN, or a wireless LAN card and an access point to connect to a client/server based LAN system. The projector can be shared from the computer linked to the LAN.

Connecting Using Easy Connect Mode

This section describes the steps necessary to project images from a computer using Easy connect mode, perform operations when projecting images, and to disconnect.

Perform the following steps prior to projecting images.

1. Set up the Easy connect mode settings on the projector.

2. Set up the connection on the computer.

3. Start EMP NS Connection on the computer, and connect to the network.

Once these settings have been established, future sessions can begin by just connecting the devices. When connecting to a network for the first time or when settings are changed, refer to "Connection Settings on the Projector" ( p.22 ). If the projector and computer connection settings are already established, refer to "Connecting to a Computer" ( p.28 ).

Before Connecting

Ensure that the following procedures have been carried out before connecting a computer and projector via a network.

• Install EMP NS Connections on the computer you will be using. p.17

• Prepare the computer settings to use either a wireless LAN card or internal wireless LAN functionality. Set the WEP the documentation for the wireless LAN card installed in the computer, or the computer’s documentation.

• For optimal performance, set the screen resolution of the computer you are using to XGA or lower with a colour depth of 16bit.

to OFF. For setup, see

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Connecting Using Easy Connect Mode

Steps for Connecting Using Easy Connect Mode

Caution :

• Do not unplug the power cable when EasyMP is in use (screens are changing or the access lamp on the wireless LAN card is lit green).

• Do not remove the wireless LAN card when the access lamp on the wireless LAN card is lit green, or when connected to a network. Doing so may damage the wireless LAN card.

Connection Settings on the Projector

First, set up the Easy connect mode connection settings on this projector. Connection settings are found on the Easy connect mode advanced settings screen of the Network Screen. Modify these connection settings using the remote control provided. This step does not need to be performed if these settings have already been established.

Procedure

Insert the wireless LAN card into the card slot on this projector.

See "Installation" for details. p.14

Press the [Power] button on the remote control to turn on the projector.

Press the [EasyMP] button on the remote control. "EasyMP" will be

displayed on the screen. EasyMP starts and the following screen is displayed.

ESSID ad hoc mode screenshot

Tip :

If the wireless LAN card is not inserted in the card slot on the projector, the following screen is displayed. If a wireless LAN card is installed, the screen from Step 3 is displayed.

Ensure that the "Config" button at the lower right on the screen is

selected, and press the [Enter] button on the remote control.

The Network advanced settings screen is displayed.

Ensure that the cursor is positioned on "Easy connect mode", and press

the [Enter] button on the remote control.

This selects "Easy connect mode".

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Connecting Using Easy Connect Mode

Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control to the right, to move the cursor

to "Advanced", and press the [Enter] button.

The Easy connect mode advanced settings screen is displayed.

Move the cursor to the selected item, and press the [Enter] button to set

that item.

The settings of each of the items is shown below.

Letters or numbers must be input depending on the item. See the "Entering Letters and Numbers" ( p.26 ) for the letter and number input methods.

Projector name Enter a name for the projector. This name is used to

identify the projector when connected to the network. Up to 16 single-byte alphanumeric characters can be entered.

Ad hoc mode settings

ESSID Enter the ESSID. The initial value is "EPSON."

Select either "ESSID ad hoc" or "Channel ad hoc". Ensure the same mode is selected on the connected computer.

Up to 16 single-byte alphanumeric characters can be entered. Ensure that the same string is entered on the connected computer.

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