Epson PL-5300, PL-7300, PL-7200 User Manual

EPSON PowerLite® 5300/7200/7300 User’s Guide

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Important Information About Your Projector

Important Safety Information

WARNING: Never look into the project or lens wh en the lamp is turned o n; th e brigh t ligh t can damag e your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guid e, do not attempt to service this prod uct yourself. Ref er all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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

Caution: When you replace the lamp, never touch the new lamp with your bare hands; the invisible residue left by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life. Use a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp.

Remote Control Information

You can operate the projector by remote control via a line-of-sight infrared (IR) receiver at the front and rear of the projector. The projector may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions:

❐ There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR receiver on the projector. ❐ Ambient light is too bright. ❐ Certain types of fluorescent lighting are used. ❐ A strong light source shines into the IR receiver. ❐ Other equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant room heater, is in the room.

These conditions commonly cause problems for most infrared-co n troll ed equip m ent. Try the followin g:

❐ The remote control unit’s batteries may be low on power; replace them. ❐ Dim the ambient lighting and/or turn off any fluorescent lights. ❐ Close any window coveri ngs and/or move the projector out of direct sunlight. ❐ Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy.

If the remote control still does not work properly, remember you can always control your computer-based presentation directly from the com puter, even i n an environm ent contain ing one of t he conditions listed above.

FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipme nt does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equ ip ment off and on, the user is encouraged t o t r y to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

❐ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ❐ Increase the separation between the equi pment and receiver. ❐ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ❐ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause int erference levels whic h exceed the limits establi shed by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface con nector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces . Changes or modifi cations not expre ssly approved by the manufactur er could void the us er’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toute s les exigences du Rè glement sur le materiel b rouilleur du Canada.

Contents

Introduction 1

Getting the Most Out of Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Where to Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Electronic Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Automated Telephone Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Setting Up the Projector 11

Unpacking the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Additional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Before You Connect the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Installing the Remote Control Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Connecting to a PowerBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Connecting to a High-End Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Connecting to a Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Turning the Equipment On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Turning the Projector On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Using the Projector 57

Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Resize Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Controlling the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Using the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Projector Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Using the Projector Menus 75

Accessing the Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Changing a Menu Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Video Menu (Image Source = Computer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

Video Menu (Image Source = Video) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Audio Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

Options Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Custom Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

About Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Reset All Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Using the ELP Link III Software 91

Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Connecting Needed Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Installing the Software for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Installing the Software for a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Launching the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Launching the Software from Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Launching the Software on a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Using the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Controlling Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Maintenance 117

Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Cleaning the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Troubleshooting 125

Problems with the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Problems with the Image or Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

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Technical Specifications 133

Supported Monitor Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

Glossary 139

Index 141

Introduction

Your PowerLite® projector is a brilliant, lightweight, portable projector that allows you to project full-color images and video onto a large screen for presentations. You can connect it simultaneously to three image sources: two computers or workstation sources, plus one video source, such as a VCR or camcorder. You can also connect audio for each image source.

Images are displayed in full color (16,770,000 colors) at an SVGA

resolution of 800 × 600 pixels on the PowerLite 5300, or an XGA resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels on the PowerLite 7200 and PowerLite

7300. The projector supports a wide variety of video inputs, from

VGA to SXGA with resolutions up to 1280 × 1024. It produces bright

images that can be easily seen in rooms light enough to take notes.

Your projector’s two speakers employ a built-in 3D Sound System for rich, powerful audio output. You can even connect an external speaker when further amplification is required.

For your presentations, you can select front, rear, or ceiling projection. This provides maximum flexibility in choosing the best display method for each environment.

You control your projector through a hand-held remote control unit, with menus provided for image source switching and image adjustment. The remote control can also act as a wireless mouse to control operations on your computer screen during presentations. Additionally, you can install the projector’s ELP Link III software to control the projector’s settings from your computer and enhance your presentations with special effects.

Your projector features a new patented SizeWise™ chip for support of VGA, SVGA, XGA, and SXGA output. No matter what type of computer output is used, the result is a full-size video image of outstanding clarity.

The projector supports a wide range of computers and workstations:

compatible PCs and laptops, Apple® Macintosh,® Power

IBM Macintosh, the Sun

™

and PowerBook™ computers, and workstations such as

SPARCstation™ (The PowerLite 5300 is not recommended for use with high-end workstations). The video source can be NTSC, PAL, or SECAM. The projector automatically senses the video format, which can be composite video, S-Video, or component video. See Chapter 7 for details on supported computers and video formats.

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Getting the Most Out of Your Projector

Your projector comes with a full set of features that enable you to control the settings for the image display, video, and audio. To get the most out of the projector, read this section for a quick summary of the important features.

Remote Control

The buttons on the remote control enable you to turn the projector on and off, and provide direct access to blank, freeze, volume, mute, and image source switching. Use the remote control buttons to access custom functions (with the ELP Link III software) and the projector’s menu system. You can even use the remote control to control your computer in place of your computer’s mouse.

Sleep Mode

Sleep mode conserves electricity by automatically turning off the lamp after the projector has not been used for 30 minutes. In sleep mode, the projector remains on but the lamp is turned off, conserving electricity, cooling the projector, and extending the life of the lamp.

Control Panel

The control panel buttons on the projector duplicate the remote control buttons.

Getting the Most Out of Your Projector

Optional Accessories

To enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following:

● Customized carrying cases for the projector and its cables:

Hard Shell Carrying Case ELPKS12 Soft Shell Carrying Case ELPKS10

● Replacement lamp and air filter ELPLP05

● Long throw zoom lens ELPLL01

● Communication kit cable set and computer cable so you can

connect your projector to a second computer. There is also a Mac adapter set so you can connect to a second Macintosh. You may also need the VGA-13W3 video cable if you’re connecting the projector to a high-end workstation.

ELP communication cable set ELPKC04 Computer video cable ELPKC02 Mac adapter set ELPAP01 VGA-13W3 video cable ELPKC06 VGA-5BNC video cable ELPKC07

● Portable projection screen ELPSC06

● Remote control receiver module ELPST02

● Mediaphile

(personal audio system)

™

PAS ELPPAS1

You can purchase these accessories from your dealer or by calling EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766; or visit our web site at www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.

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About This Guide

This guide describes how to set up and use the EPSON PowerLite 5300, PowerLite 7200, and PowerLite 7300 projectors. The instructions pertain to all these models, except where otherwise noted.

Chapter 1, “Setting Up the Projector,” provides step-by-step instructions on how to set up your projector; connect it to your computer, video source, or other optional equipment; and turn it on.

Chapter 2, “Using the Projector,” explains how to position the projector relative to the screen, focus and position the screen image, control the projector using the remote control and the control panel, and monitor the projector’s operating status.

Chapter 3, “Using the Projector Menus,” describes how to use the projector’s built-in menus to adjust the color and image settings, change the display of the projected image, and modify audio settings such as bass and treble.

Chapter 4, “Using the ELP Link III Software,” explains how to use the ELP Link III software to control the projector settings from the computer and use the special effects functions.

Chapter 5, “Maintenance,” covers basic procedures for maintaining your projector in good working order and gives guidelines for transporting it.

Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting,” describes how to interpret your projector’s warning lights and gives helpful information for avoiding errors, optimizing image quality, and solving problems.

About This Guide

Chapter 7, “Technical Specifications,” lists the technical specifications for the projector.

A Glossary and Index are provided at the end of the manual.

Where to Get Help

If you are having trouble setting up or running your projector, first see Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting.” If you cannot resolve the problem, EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services and automated telephone services 24 hours a day. The following tables list the contact information.

Electronic Support Services

Service Access

World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s Home Page at

http://www.epson.com.

EPSON Internet FTP Site If you have Internet FTP capability, use your Web

EPSON Download Service You can call the EPSON Download Service at

EPSON Forum on CompuServe

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browser (or other software for FTP downloading) to log onto ftp.epson.com with the user name anonymous and your e-mail address as the password.

(800) 442-2007. Set your communications software to 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity. Modem speed can be up to 28.8 Kbps.

Members of CompuServe can type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Epson America Forum. For a free introductory CompuServe membership, call (800) 848-8199 and ask for representative #529.

Automated Telephone Services

Service Access

EPSON SoundAdvice

EPSON FaxAdvice

EPSON Referral Service For the location of your nearest Authorized EPSON

™

For pre-recorded answers to commonly asked questions about EPSON products 24 hours a day, seven days a week, call (800) 922-8911.

Access EPSON’s technical information library by calling (800) 922-8911. You must provide a return fax number to use this service.

Reseller or Customer Care Center, call (800) 922-8911.

When you need support, follow the calling instructions on the back of the EPSON Private Line Technical Support card included with the projector. Technical support is also available by calling (800) 974-1202 between 6

and 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday

through Friday. Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Before you call, please have the following information ready:

● Product name

● Product serial number

● Personal identification number (PIN) for EPSON Private Line

Technical Support

● Computer configuration

● Description of the problem

Where to Get Help

You can purchase accessories from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766, or visit our web site at www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.

Safety Instructions

Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector:

1. Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table.

2. Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat.

3. Use attachments only as recommended.

4. Use the type of power source indicated on the projector. If you are

not sure of the power available, consult your dealer or power company.

5. Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily

unplugged.

6. Insert the projector’s three-wire grounding-type plug into a

properly grounded outlet. If you have a two-prong outlet, contact an electrician to replace it. Do not hold the plug with wet hands.

7. Take the following precautions for the plug. Failure to comply

with these precautions could result in sparks or fire.

● Do not insert the plug into an outlet with dust present.

● Insert the plug firmly into the outlet.

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8. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles. This can cause fire or electric shock.

9. Do not place the projector where the cord can be walked on. This may result in fraying or damage to the plug.

10. Unplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

11. Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case. They provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating. Do not operate the projector on a sofa, rug, or other soft surface, or in a closed-in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.

12. Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots. Never spill liquid of any kind into the projector.

13. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards.

14. Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for extended periods.

15. Do not place the projector and remote control on top of heat-producing equipment or in a heated place, such as a car.

Safety Instructions

16. Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

● When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed

● If liquid has been spilled into the projector, or if it has been

exposed to rain or water

● If it does not operate normally when you follow the operating

instructions, or if it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service

● If it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged.

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Setting Up the Projector

his chapter describes how to unpack your projector, connect it to

your other equipment, and turn everything on. The projector must be connected to a computer or a video source such as a VCR, camcorder, or laser disc player before it can project any images. You may also want to set up the projector for one or more of the following:

● Connect the mouse cable to use the remote control as a wireless

mouse. Except for some laptops, this disables your computer’s mouse. If you are also viewing the display on your monitor, you use the remote control’s pointer to control the screen cursor.

● Provide audio for one or both image sources. The audio source can

be the computer, video source, or another device such as a stereo.

● Connect to an external speaker or PA system to amplify the audio.

Unpacking the Projector

When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these components:

● Projector

● Remote control

● 2 AA batteries

● Power cord

● Projector video cable

● Audio cable

● Audio/video (A/V) cable

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● Macintosh adapter set:

Macintosh desktop adapter

Macintosh monitor adapter

● Main cable (for connecting a mouse cable to

use the remote as a wireless mouse and/or a serial cable to use the ELP Link III software)

● PS/2

● Serial mouse cable (for the PC)

● Mac mouse cable (for the Macintosh)

● PC serial cable

● Macintosh serial cable

● Projector Software CD ROM

mouse cable (for the PC)

Unpacking the Projector

You will not need all these components; your configuration will determine which ones you need.

Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector in the future. Always transport the projector in its original packaging (or the equivalent), or use a carrying case if you are carrying the projector by hand. (See page 123 for instructions.)

Additional Components

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

● To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. (One is

usually provided with your video device.) A separate cable is required for each video source.

● To connect a second computer, you need a computer video and

audio cable.

● To connect the projector to a Macintosh PowerBook, you need a

video-out cable. (One is provided by—or can be purchased from—Apple for all new PowerBooks that have video-out capability.) If your PowerBook does not include one, see your Macintosh dealer.

● To connect the projector to an external sound system, you need an

RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo audio cable. You can obtain one from your computer dealer.

● To connect the mouse cable to your computer, you may require a

special connector, cable, or other components. You can obtain these items from your computer dealer.

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Note: You can connect a Kensington MicroSaver® anti-theft device in the hole on the projector’s right side. Contact your computer dealer.

Before You Connect the Projector

Before you start connecting the projector to your equipment, decide where you will want to place your projector and computer or video source. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size. Place the projector somewhere between 4 and

54.7 feet (1.2 and 16.7 meters) away from the screen; use the general guidelines in the table below to determine the proper distance. (For more precise calculations, see “Positioning the Projector” on page 58.)

✦ Caution: Do not hold or lift the projector by the lens. This can damage the

lens.

Horizontal distance from projector to screen

Image size (diagonal)

200 inches (5.1 m) 324.1 inches (8.2 m) 436.5 inches (11.1 m)

100 inches (2.54 m) 160.8 inches (4.1 m) 217.1 inches (5.5 m)

80 inches (2.03 m) 128.1 inches (3.3 m) 173.1 inches (4.4 m)

60 inches (1.52 m) 95.5 inches (2.4 m) 129.2 inches (3.3 m)

40 inches (1.02 m) 62.8 inches (1.6 m) 85.3 inches (2.2 m)

30 inches (0.76 m) 46.5 inches (1.2 m) 63.3 inches (1.6 m)

23 inches (0.58 m) 35.1 inches (0.9 m) 48.0 inches (1.2 m)

Minimum Maximum

Before You Connect the Projector

Be sure to place the projector on a sturdy, level surface within five feet of the computer or video source.

Installing the Remote Control Batteries

You can use the remote control as a wireless mouse instead of your computer’s mouse to control your presentation. You can also use it to control the projector menus and use the Effects buttons.

Follow these steps to install the batteries in the remote control:

1. Slide off the battery compartment cover.

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2. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector. Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:

● Do not mix old and new batteries.

● Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batteries leak, wipe

away battery fluid with a soft cloth. If fluid gets on your hands, wash them immediately.

● Remove batteries if you will not be using the projector for a long

period of time.

Before You Connect the Projector

Connecting to a Computer

You can connect the projector to any computer capable of producing standard VGA, Super VGA, XGA, or Super XGA output, such as:

● IBM compatible desktop PCs

● IBM compatible laptop PCs

● Apple Macintosh desktop computers, including Macintosh

Quadra,

● Any Apple PowerBook with video-out capability

● (PowerLite 7200 and 7300 only) Most high-end workstations

from Sun, Silicon Graphics, may need an adapter cable to connect to a high-end workstation; see page 49.)

See the section that applies to your computer. Make sure both the computer and projector are turned off before you start.

When you have finished connecting all your components, go to page 54 to turn on the projector and equipment.

Macintosh Centris,® and Power Macintosh

IBM, and Hewlett-Packard.® (You

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The illustration below identifies all the interface ports on the back of

Power Inlet

Audio Out Audio 1Audio 2

Mouse/Com 1

Mouse/Com 2

IR Repeater

Computer Out

Computer 2

Computer 1

R/R-Y G/Y G Sync B/B-Y

BNC HD/Sync VD

S-Video Composite Video

the projector; you may want to refer to this as you connect your computer or other equipment to the projector.

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer

To connect the projector to your PC desktop computer, you need to:

● Connect the projector video cable and computer monitor cable

● Connect the mouse and/or serial cable (if you want to use the

remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link III software)

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

Connecting to a Computer

Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect. Before beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.

Note: Computer configurations vary. See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector.

Connecting the Video and Monitor Cables

First connect the projector video cable and computer monitor cable. Refer to this illustration while following the steps below.

Computer 1 port

projector video cable

Computer Out port

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monitor cable

1. If you will be viewing the video on your computer monitor as well as the projector screen, disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of your computer. Then connect the monitor cable to the projector’s Computer Out port, as shown below. (This is useful when you need to view the video output but the projection screen is behind you.)

2. Connect one end of the projector video cable to the projector’s Computer 1 port. (Use the Computer 2 port if you are connecting a second computer.)

Connecting to a Computer

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

4. Tighten the screws on all connectors.

Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables

If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link III software, you need to connect the main cable. It provides connectors for:

● The PS/2 mouse cable (to use the remote control as a mouse)

● The serial cable (to use the ELP Link III software and the Effects

buttons on the remote control)

Refer to this illustration while following the steps below.

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Mouse/Com 1 port

main cable

PS/2 mouse cable

9-pin serial cable

1. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s

Mouse/Com 1 port. (Use the Mouse/Com 2 port if you are connecting a second computer.)

2. To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, connect the 9-pin end of the PS/2 mouse cable included with the projector to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the main cable.

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

Note: If your system uses a serial mouse, perform steps 2 and 3 using the PC mouse serial cable instead of the PS/2 mouse cable (not shown in the illustration).

Connecting to a Computer

4. To use the ELP Link III software or to use the Effects buttons on the remote control, connect one end of the serial cable to the SERIAL terminal on the square end of the main cable.

Connect the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on the back of your computer.

Note: You will not be able to use ELP Link III software if your system has only one serial port that is being used to support a serial mouse.

5. Tighten the screws on all connectors.

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Connecting the Audio Cable

1. If you will be using audio, connect one end of the audio cable to

the Audio 1 jack on the projector. (Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer.)

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

Audio 1 jack

audio cable

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer

To connect the projector to your PC laptop computer, you need to:

● Connect the projector video cable

● Connect the mouse and/or serial cable (if you want to use the

remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link III software)

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

Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect. Before beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.

Note: Laptop configurations vary. See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector.

Connecting the Video Cable

First connect the projector’s video cable to your laptop.

Computer 1 port

projector video cable

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

Computer 1 port. (Use the Computer 2 port if you are connecting a second computer.)

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2. Connect the other end of the video cable to the laptop’s video (monitor) port.

3. Tighten the screws on all connectors.

Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables

If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link III software, you need to connect the main cable. It provides connectors for:

● The PS/2 mouse cable (to use the remote control as a mouse)

● The serial cable (to use the ELP Link III software and the Effects

buttons on the remote control)

Refer to this illustration while following the steps below.

Mouse/Com 1 port

9-pin serial cable

PS/2 mouse cable

main cable

Connecting to a Computer

1. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s

Mouse/Com 1 port. (Use the Mouse/Com 2 port if you are connecting a second computer.)

2. To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, connect the 9-pin end of the PS/2 mouse cable included with the projector to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the main cable.

3. Connect the 6-pin (mini-DIN) end of the PS/2 mouse cable to the external mouse port on your laptop.

Note: If your laptop uses a serial mouse, perform steps 2 and 3 using the PC serial mouse cable instead of the PS/2 mouse cable (not shown in the illustration).

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4. To use the ELP Link III software or to use the Effects buttons on the remote control, connect one end of the serial cable to the SERIAL terminal on the square end of the main cable.

5. Connect the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on the back of your computer.

Note: You will not be able to use ELP Link III software if your laptop has only one serial port that is being used to support a serial mouse.

6. Configure your laptop to work with an external mouse.

Note: You may have to set the display to appear on both the laptop’s screen and the projector. Some laptops let you change this setting with the keyboard’s function keys or by using a setup utility provided by the computer manufacturer. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for instructions.

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting the Audio Cable

1. If you will be using audio, connect one end of the audio cable to

the Audio 1 jack on the projector. (Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer.)

2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to your laptop.

Audio 1 jack

audio cable

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Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh

To connect the projector to your desktop Macintosh, you need to:

● Connect the projector video cable and computer monitor cable

● Connect the mouse and/or serial cable (if you want to use the

remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link III software)

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

Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect. Before beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.

Note: Macintosh configurations vary. See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector.

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting the Video and Monitor Cables

First connect the video and monitor cables. Refer to this illustration as you follow the steps below.

Computer Out port

Computer 1 port

Macintosh desktop adapter

Mac

Macintosh monitor adapter

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projector video cable

Macintosh monitor cable

1. Connect one end of the projector video cable to the projector’s Computer 1 port. (Use the Computer 2 port if you are connecting a second computer.)

2. Remove the small cover on the Macintosh desktop adapter (as shown below) and set its DIP switches in accordance with the resolution you want to use, such as 16-inch mode. See your Macintosh documentation for instructions.

Connecting to a Computer

3. Connect the small terminal of the Macintosh desktop adapter to the other end of the projector video cable.

4. Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of the Macintosh. Then connect the projector video cable (with the Macintosh desktop adapter attached) to the video port on the Macintosh.

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5. To also view the video on the computer’s monitor, attach the large end of the Macintosh monitor adapter to the monitor cable and connect the other end of the adapter to the projector’s Computer Out port.

6. Tighten the screws on all the connectors.

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables

If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link III software, you need to connect the main cable. It provides connectors for:

● The Mac mouse cable (to use the remote control as a mouse)

● The Mac serial cable (to use the ELP Link III software and the

Effects buttons on the remote control)

Refer to this illustration while following the steps below.

Mouse/Com 1 port

MAC serial cable

MAC mouse cable

main cable

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1. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s Mouse/Com 1 port. (Use the Mouse/Com 2 port to connect a second computer.)

2. To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, connect one end of the projector’s Mac mouse cable to the MOUSE terminal on the large end of the main cable.

3. Disconnect your Macintosh’s mouse cable. Connect the other end of the projector’s Mac mouse cable to the mouse port on your Macintosh.

Connecting to a Computer

4. To use the ELP Link III software or use the Effects button on the remote control, connect one end of the Mac serial cable to the Mac SERIAL terminal on the large end of the main cable.

5. Connect the other end of the Mac serial cable to the printer or

modem port on the back of your Macintosh.

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Connecting the Audio Cable

1. If you will be using audio, connect one end of the audio cable to

the Audio 1 jack on the projector. (Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer.)

Audio 1 jack

2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio-out port on your computer.

audio cable

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting to a PowerBook

Your PowerBook must have video-out capability in order to connect to the projector.

To connect the projector to your PowerBook, you need to:

● Connect the projector video cable

● Connect the mouse and/or serial cable (if you want to use the

remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link III software)

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

Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect. Before beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.

Note: PowerBook configurations vary, so the location of your computer’s ports may not match the illustrations. See your PowerBook manual for the port locations if necessary.

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Connecting the Video Cable

First connect the projector video cable. Refer to this illustration as you follow the steps below.

Note: Some new PowerBooks may allow you to connect the video cable directly to the computer without using a video-out cable. See your PowerBook manual for additional information on connecting a video cable.

video-out cable

Computer 1 port

Macintosh desktop adapter

projector video cable

Connecting to a Computer

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

Computer 1 port. (Use the Computer 2 port if you are connecting a second computer.)

2. Remove the small cover on the Macintosh desktop adapter and set its DIP switches in accordance with the resolution you want to use (such as 16-inch mode). See your Macintosh documentation for instructions.

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3. Connect the small terminal of the Macintosh desktop adapter to the other end of the video cable.

4. Connect the projector video cable (with the Macintosh desktop adapter attached) to the video-out port on the PowerBook.

Connecting to a Computer

If a video-out cable was provided with your PowerBook, connect the smaller end of the video-out cable to the video-out port on the back of the PowerBook. Connect the other end to the Macintosh desktop adapter on the end of the projector video cable.

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Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables

If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link III software, you need to connect the main cable. It provides connectors for:

● The Mac mouse cable (to use the remote control as a mouse)

● The Mac serial cable (to use the ELP Link III software and the

Effects buttons on the remote control)

Refer to this illustration while following the steps below.

Mouse/Com 1 port

MAC mouse cable

MAC serial cable

main cable

Connecting to a Computer

1. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s

Mouse/Com 1 port. (Use the Mouse/Com 2 port if you are connecting a second computer.)

2. To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, connect one end of

the projector’s Mac mouse cable to the MOUSE terminal on the large end of the main cable.

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3. Connect the other end of the Mac mouse cable to the mouse port on the back of the PowerBook.

4. To use the ELP Link III software or the Effects button on the remote control, connect one end of the Mac serial cable to the MAC SERIAL terminal on the large end of the main cable.

5. Connect the other end of the serial cable to the printer/

modem port on the back of your PowerBook.

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting the Audio Cable

1. If you will be using audio, connect one end of the audio cable to

the Audio 1 jack on the projector. (Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer.)

Audio 1 jack

2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio-out port on your PowerBook.

Note: After you turn on the projector and computer, you’ll need to choose Mirroring in the Display Control Panel if you set up your configuration to display on the LCD screen as well as the projector screen.

audio cable

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Connecting to a High-End Workstation

The PowerLite 7200 and 7300 are capable of remapping input resolutions up to 1280 default resolution for most leading workstations, this capability makes these projectors the best portable solution for the display of workstation video output.

There is no standard for workstation video output. Those workstations that follow the SXGA standard and use the HD15 connector don’t need an adapter cable. The most popular workstations use a 13-pin 13W3 connector, which requires an adapter cable (ELPKC06).

In addition, workstations pass the sync (synchronization) signal differently, so the ELPKC06 adapter cable has a DIP switch to control sync routing. Contact your audio/video dealer for information on connecting your workstation.

× 1024 pixels. Since 1280 × 1024 pixels is the

Connecting to a Video Source

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

The projector can receive composite video, S-Video, or component video. Your equipment has composite video if your video source has a one-pin RCA video jack. Your equipment has S-Video if your video source has a four-pin (mini-DIN) video jack. Your equipment has component video if your video source has a three-connector (Y, R-Y, B-Y) video jack.

Note: The projector is not compatible with a cable TV-style F connector.

Connecting to a Computer

You can connect the projector to an S-Video source, a composite video source, and a component video source at the same time. However, the projector automatically selects the S-Video as the video source. To display composite or component video, first disconnect the S-Video source.

The projector supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM video formats, and automatically detects and identifies the video format. However, you can specify that a single broadcast format be detected. (See Chapter 3.) Note that the projector will then be able to detect only one type of video signal.

The type of cable you use to connect the video source to the projector depends on whether you have composite video, S-Video, or component video. For composite video, use the audio/video (A/V) cable supplied with the projector. For S-Video, use the S-Video cable supplied with your video device or obtain one from your computer or video equipment dealer. For component video, use the BNC type cable that came with your video source. The illustration below shows the S-Video, component, and composite connectors.

S-Video 4-pin, mini-DIN

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component BNC connector

composite RCA

To connect a video source to the projector:

1. Turn off the projector and video source if they are on.

2. If your video source uses a small, round, one-prong composite (RCA) video connector, you’ll need the audio/video cable that comes with the projector. If your video source uses a large, round, four-prong S-Video connector or a BNC type connector, you will need to purchase the appropriate cable or use the cable that came with your video source.

3. For composite video, connect the yellow RCA plug on one end of the audio/video cable to the projector’s Video jack. Connect the other yellow RCA plug to the video-out jack of your video source.

audio/video cable

Connecting to a Computer

4. Connect the other plugs on the audio/video cable to the Audio jacks of the projector: insert the white plug into the L jack and the red plug into the R jack. Connect the plug at the other end of the audio/video cable to the audio output jacks of the video source.

5. For S-Video, insert one end of an S-Video cable into the projector’s S-Video connector. Insert the other end into the S-video-out jack of your video source.

S-Video connector

S-Video cable

6. For component, insert three ends of a BNC cable into the projector’s R/R-Y, G/Y and B/B-Y jacks. Insert the opposite ends of the cable into the Y/Video, C/R-Y, and B-Y jacks on your component video source. (Don’t insert any of the cable ends into the HD/Sync and VD jacks.)

7. Make sure the Computer 2/BNC switch is set to BNC.

Note: When the Computer 2/BNC switch is set to BNC, the projector is unable to project the Computer 2 image signal.

Note: Use a standard BNC cable, which you can purchase from any computer store. The 5BNC video cable supplied by EPSON as an optional accessory does not work with component video.

1 • Setting Up the Projector

Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System

Although the projector’s internal speakers are enough for most smallor medium-size rooms, you can connect the projector to an external speaker or public address (PA) system for large rooms or to gain maximum benefit from the projector’s built-in 3D sound function.

To connect the projector to an external sound system, you need to obtain an RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo audio cable. You can get one from your computer dealer.

1. Turn off the projector and speaker or PA system if they are on.

2. Connect the cable’s 3.5 mm stereo miniplug to the projector’s Audio Out jack.

Audio Out jack

stereo audio cable

Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System

Note: EPSON offers the Mediaphile PAS (personal audio system) for external amplification. See page page 4 for the part number and ordering information.

3. Connect the RCA plugs to the external amplified speaker or PA system. Insert the cable’s red plug into the Audio R jack, and the white plug into the Audio L jack.

Note: The internal speakers are disabled when an external audio system is used.

Turning the Equipment On and Off

It’s best to turn on the projector and its attached equipment in the following order:

1. Video source (such as a VCR), if your video source is not your computer

2. Audio source (if different from computer or video source)

3. Computer

4. External amplified speaker or PA system (if necessary)

5. Projector

When you are ready to turn off the equipment, turn them off in the reverse order.

1 • Setting Up the Projector

Turning the Projector On and Off

Follow these steps to turn on the projector:

1. Connect one end of the power cord to the projector’s power inlet.

2. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet. The Power light on the projector’s control panel turns orange, indicating that the projector is in sleep mode. (The projector is not turned on yet.)

3. Remove the projector lens cap.

Turning the Equipment On and Off

4. Press the Power button on the remote control or control panel to

turn on the projector. The Power light flashes green as the projector warms up.

If computer or video equipment is attached, the computer or video signal is projected. Allow about 30 seconds for full illumination.

✦ Warning: Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage

your eyes. It is especially important that children not look into the lens.

When you want to stop projecting images, press the Power button again. The fan remains on and the projection lamp light flashes orange for about 60 seconds as the projector cools down.When the projector has cooled down, flashing stops. The power light remains orange.

Note: If you press the Power button to turn the projector back on while the Power light is orange, there may be a delay before a projected image appears.

When you are done using the projector, unplug the power cord.

Never unplug the power cord when the power light is green or you may damage the lamp.

1 • Setting Up the Projector

Using the Projector

his chapter provides the following information about using your

projector:

● Positioning the projector relative to the screen

● Focusing and positioning the screen image

● Controlling the projector with the remote control and the control

panel

● Monitoring the projector’s operating status

The illustration below identifies the parts of your projector.

infrared receiver

control panel

foot adjust lever

Positioning the Projector

Your projector supports front, rear, and ceiling projection, allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images. If you use rear or ceiling projection, you need to select this in the projector’s Options menu. See page 85 for more information.

status lights

infrared receiver

foot adjust lever

adjustable feet

2 • Using the Projector

To get the best results when projecting your images, it’s important to position the projector at the proper height and distance relative to the screen.

When projecting from a table or desk, place the projector so the lens is aligned as closely as possible with the bottom of your screen:

Positioning the Projector

When projecting from the ceiling, align the lens as closely as possible with the top of your screen:

Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance

The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size. To determine the exact distance required for a particular image size (or to determine the size of an image at a particular distance), use the formulas given below. (Remember that the size of the image can be changed by rotating the zoom ring; see page 63 for more information.)

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To determine the minimum and maximum diagonal size of an image when you know the projection distance:

● Inches:

Maximum diagonal size = (0.6124 × projection distance) + 1.5264 Minimum diagonal size = (0.4556 × projection distance) + 1.1410

● Centimeters:

Maximum diagonal size = (0.6124 × projection distance) + 3.8771 Minimum diagonal size = (0.4556 × projection distance) + 2.8981

To determine the projection distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image:

● Inches:

Maximum projection distance = (2.1949 × diagonal size) - 2.5044 Minimum projection distance = (1.6328 × diagonal size) - 2.4923

● Centimeters:

Maximum projection distance = (2.1949 × diagonal size) - 6.3612 Minimum projection distance = (1.6328 × diagonal size) - 6.3304

For example, here are the measurements for three installations:

Horizontal distance from projector to screen

Image size (diagonal)

Minimum Maximum

300 inches* (762 cm) 487.3 inches (12.4 m) 656.0 inches (16.7 m)

200 inches (508 cm) 324.1 inches (8.2 m) 436.5 inches (11.1 m)

100 inches (254 cm) 160.8 inches (4.1 m) 217.1 inches (5.5 m)

* For an image size of 300 inches, the projector may be up to 54 feet away from

the screen, depending on the setting of the zoom ring.

Positioning the Projector

Long Throw Zoom Lens Calculations

If you are using the optional long throw zoom lens, use the following formulas instead:

To determine the minimum and maximum diagonal size of an image when you know the projection distance:

● Inches:

Maximum diagonal size = (0.4742 × projection distance) + 3.2489 Minimum diagonal size = (0.2849 × projection distance) + 1.8968

● Centimeters:

Maximum diagonal size = (1.2045 × projection distance) + 8.2522 Minimum diagonal size = (0.7236 × projection distance) + 4.8179

To determine the projection distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image:

● Inches:

Maximum projection distance = (3.5094 × diagonal size) - 6.6568 Minimum projection distance = (2.1090 × diagonal size) - 6.8519

● Centimeters:

aximum projection distance = (8.9139 × diagonal size) - 16.9083

M M

inimum projection distance = (5.3569 × diagonal size) - 17.4038

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Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image

When an image appears on screen, check that it is in focus and correctly positioned on the screen.

zoom ring

● To focus the image, rotate the focus ring (the inside ring on the

focus ring

lens).

● To adjust the size of the image, rotate the zoom ring (the outside

ring). Rotate the zoom ring clockwise to make the screen image larger or counterclockwise to make it smaller.

Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image

If you need to raise or lower the image on the screen, extend or retract the two feet at the bottom of the projector as follows:

1. Stand behind the projector and support the front of it while you lift up on the foot adjust levers, located above the feet. This unlocks the adjustable feet so they can move up and down. Don’t let the projector drop.

✦ Caution: Don’t hold or lift the projector by its lens. This can damage

the lens.

foot adjust lever

2. While lifting the levers, raise or lower the projector until the screen image is correctly positioned.

3. Release the levers to lock the feet in their new position.

4. If you want to fine-tune the height of the projector, turn the adjustable feet clockwise to raise the height, and counterclockwise to lower the height.

2 • Using the Projector

Resize Button

The Resize button lets you select the projection method for certain types of image signals input from a computer.

With images below SVGA size (800 5300, or below XGA size (1024 or PowerLite 7300, you can choose from two projection methods. Either display the image in the center of the projection area or display the image full size.

You can also choose from two projection methods with images greater than SVGA size (PowerLite 5300) or XGA size (PowerLite 7200 or PowerLite 7300). Either project a portion of the image or project the entire image in a compressed format. The projector automatically reduces the image size to the projector’s maximum resolution.

The Resize button cannot be used with SVGA (800 PowerLite 5300, or with XGA (1024 PowerLite 7300.

There’s a Resize button on both the control panel and remote control.

Sleep Mode

Sleep mode conserves electricity by automatically turning off the lamp after the projector has not been used for 30 minutes. In sleep mode, the projector’s power status indicator is orange and only a minimum amount of the projector’s circuitry remains on. This conserves

× 600 pixels) on the PowerLite

× 768 pixels) on the PowerLite 7200

× 600) on the

× 768) on the PowerLite 7200 or

Sleep Mode

electricity, cools the projector, and extends the life of the lamp. When the projector is in sleep mode, you can press the Power button to start projecting images, or you can unplug the projector’s power cord.

Controlling the Projector

You can use the remote control or the control panel on top of the projector to perform the following actions:

● Turn the power on or off

● Switch between input images (Computer 1, Computer 2, or

Video)

● Access the projector menus to adjust the image, audio, video, and

display settings

● Control resizing

● Control display freeze (remote control only)

● Control display blanking

● Adjust or mute audio output

● Use custom functions (remote control only)

● Adjust or mute the video

2 • Using the Projector

Using the Remote Control

pointer button

top multi-purpose button

The remote control uses a line-of-sight infrared signal. To use the remote control, point it towards one of the remote control receivers located at the front and back of the projector. (See page 58.)

bottom multi-purpose button

You can use the remote control up to about 32.8 feet (10 meters) from the projector. (This distance may be shorter if the remote control batteries are low.) You must also be within a

± 30° angle from the front

or rear sensor.

Controlling the Projector

Note: The projector may not respond to remote control commands in these conditions: ambient light is too bright; a certain type of fluorescent light is present; a strong light source (such as direct sunlight) shines into the infrared receiver; or other equipment emitting infrared energy is present (such as a radiant room heater). Correct these conditions to use the remote control or control the projector from a computer.

The following table summarizes the remote control functions.

Button Function

Menu Displays or hides the menu.

Source Switches between Computer 1 and Computer 2, and from video

Pointer button Use the pointer button to navigate the menus or use the remote

Effects buttons Use to display special effects in conjunction with the ELP Link III

Top multi-purpose button

Bottom multi-purpose button

Blank Clears the screen of special effects and switches to a blue or

to computer. (When the Computer 2 BNC switch on the back of the projector is set to BNC, the source is switched to 5 BNC.)

as a mouse pointer when the projector is connected to the computer with the main cable and the mouse cable.

software. (See page 96 for instructions.)

Acts as a right mouse click, selects a menu option, and activates other custom functions.

Acts as a left mouse click, selects a menu option, and activates other custom functions.

black display, or a user logo.

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Button Function

Resize Switches the display dot mode and resize mode for VGA, XGA,

Custom Accesses Custom menu functions (Zoom, Preview, and Strobe).

Freeze Keeps the current computer or video image on the screen.

Mute Turns off audio.

– Volume +

Power Starts or stops the projector.

SVGA, and SXGA input. You cannot resize the image if the input resolution matches the output resolution of the projector (SVGA for the PowerLite 5300, or XGA for the PowerLite 7200 and

7300).

See page 88 for more information.

Adjusts the volume.

Controlling the Projector

Using the Control Panel

Enter button

You can use the control panel to control the projector instead of the remote control. However, you can program and access the custom features only when you are using the remote control.

2 • Using the Projector

The following table summarizes the control panel functions.

Button Function

Power Starts or stops projection.

Source Switches between Computer 1 and Computer 2, and from video

Menu Displays or hides the menu.

Up, down arrows (Sync+/Sync-)

Left, right arrows (tracking-/

tracking+)

Enter Selects a menu option.

Resize Switches the display dot mode and resize mode for VGA, XGA,

Mute Turns off audio.

– Volume +

Blank Clears the screen of special effects and switches to a blue or

to computer. (When the Computer 2/BNC switch on the back of the projector is set to BNC, the source is switched to 5BNC.)

Synchronizes the computer’s graphic signal. Use these buttons to adjust an overall image that is fuzzy or streaked, or to select menu items during menu operations. Allows movement within the menus, if a menu is displayed.

Matches the projector’s internal clock to various computer graphic signals (tracking adjustment).

Use these buttons to adjust an image with vertical fuzzy lines, or to change numeric settings during menu operations.

Allows movement within the menus, if a menu is displayed.

SVGA, and SXGA input. You can’t resize the image if the input resolution matches the output resolution of the projector (SVGA for the PowerLite 5300, or XGA for the PowerLite 7200/7300).

Adjusts the volume.

black display, or a user logo.

Controlling the Projector

Projector Status Lights

The lights on top of the projector tell you the projector’s operating status.

power light

temperature light

projection lamp light

✦ Caution: A red light warns you if a serious problem occurs. See Chapter 6

for what to do if a warning light comes on.

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Power Light

Light status Meaning

Steady orange Sleep mode. (The projector is plugged in, but not

Steady green Power and lamp are on.

Flashing green The projector is warming up. Allow about 30 seconds.

Flashing orange The projector is cooling down.

Off There is an internal projector problem.

Projection Lamp Light

Light status Meaning

projecting.)

Orange and red flashing alternately

Steady red Projection lamp has burned out. Replace it to project images.

Flashing red Problem with projection lamp or lamp power supply.

Off Lamp is functioning normally.

Projection lamp needs replacing.

Projector Status Lights

Temperature Light

Light status Meaning

Flashing orange Projector is too hot.

Steady red Projector has turned off automatically because of

Flashing red Problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor.

Off The projector is functioning normally.

overheating.

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Using the Projector Menus

he six projector menus enable you to control your projector from

either the remote control or the control panel:

● The Video menu controls the look and quality of the projected

image, and whether the image source is a computer or a video source (for example, a VCR).

● The Audio menu controls audio features, such as the volume level,

treble, bass, and 3D sound.

● The Options menu lets you adjust a variety of basic projector

settings.

● The Custom menu allows you to access features such as zoom,

preview, and strobe through the remote control’s Custom button.

● The About menu provides information about H/V frequency,

lamp hours, and computer selection.

● The Reset All menu lets you restore the factory defaults for all the

projector settings.

Accessing the Main Menu

To display the Main menu, press the Menu button on the control panel or the remote control. The Main menu appears:

Press the Menu button again to hide the menu.

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As you select a menu, a submenu of options appears to the right. The options available in some submenus vary, depending on whether the current image source is the computer or a video source. The following illustration shows a list of submenus for the Video menu when the image source is the computer.

Accessing the Main Menu

Changing a Menu Setting

To change a menu setting:

1. Press the Menu button on the control panel or remote control to display the Main menu.

2. Press the up or down arrows (control panel) or press up or down on the pointer button (remote) to scroll through the menu choices.

up and down buttons

pointer button

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3. Press either the Enter button (control panel) or the top or bottom

multi-purpose button (remote) to move to a submenu list.

Enter button

top multipurpose button

bottom multi-purpose button

4. Press the up or down arrows (control panel) or up or down on the pointer button (remote) to scroll through the submenu choices.

5. Press either the left or right arrow buttons (control panel) or right or left on the pointer button (remote) to change a setting on one of the submenus.

6. When you are finished changing settings, press Enter (control panel) or the top or bottom multi-purpose button (remote) to go back to the Main menu. The changes are saved automatically.

Changing a Menu Setting

7. Press the Menu button to hide menus.

The settings available in each of the menus are described below.

Video Menu (Image Source = Computer)

The Video menu enables you to make adjustments to the projected image. The following options are available when the image source is Computer 1 or Computer 2.

Note: The computer must be connected and operating, and the image source on the projector must be set to Computer 1 or Computer 2 for you to access these menu options.

Menu item Description

Position Select this item and then press the right arrow button (control panel)

or press right on the pointer button (remote) to enter the screen position adjustment mode. Then use the pointer button (remote) or up, down, left, and right buttons (control panel) to move the screen position in the corresponding direction.

When you finish making adjustments, press the Enter button (control panel) or a multi-purpose button (remote) to return to the Video menu (Image Source = Computer).

Tracking Matches the projector’s internal clock to various computer graphic

signals. Adjust this setting to remove vertical lines from the image.

Sync Synchronizes with the tracking signal sent from the computer. Adjust

this setting to correct fuzziness or screen flicker.

Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image. Increase brightness to lighten

an image, or decrease it to darken the image.

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Menu item Description

Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. Increase the

Color Adjusts the color balance of the input source.

Auto Set Up When enabled, this item allows the projector to sense the computer

Reset Returns all menu items to their initial factory defaults.

contrast to make light areas lighter and dark areas darker. Decrease it to minimize the difference between light and dark areas.

Select this item and then press the right arrow button (control panel) or press right on the pointer button (remote) to enter the color adjustment mode. Then use the pointer button or up and down buttons (control panel) to select a color.

Next, use the pointer button or left and right buttons (control panel) to adjust the selected color. Increase the color setting for more intense color on the screen, and lower the setting for less intense color.

When you finish making adjustments, press the Enter button (control panel) or a multi-purpose button (remote) to return to the Video menu.

signal input and adjust it to the current projector settings. If the projector doesn’t automatically recognize the video source, try turning this off and choosing your settings manually.

Select this item and then press the right arrow button (control panel) or right on the pointer button (remote) to display the confirmation screen.

Select Yes and then press the Enter button (control panel) or a multi-purpose button (remote) to reset the menu.

If you change your mind, select No and then press a multi-purpose button (remote) or the Enter button to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings.

Video Menu (Image Source = Computer)

Video Menu (Image Source = Video)

The Video menu enables you to make adjustments to the projected image. The following options are available when the image source is Video.

Note: The projector’s image source must be set to Video, and the video source (such as a VCR or camcorder) must be connected and operating for you to access these menu options (for example, the projector must actually be projecting the image from your video tape, if you’re using a VCR).

Menu item Description

Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image. Increase brightness to lighten

Contrast Adjusts the degree of difference between light and dark areas.

Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen image.

Color Adjusts color density. Increase the setting for darker and more

Tint (NTSC only)

Mode Specifies the video signal system. Normally this signal system setting

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an image, or decrease it to darken the image.

Increase the contrast to make light areas lighter and dark areas darker. Decrease it to minimize the difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the image.

opaque colors. Decrease it for lighter and less opaque colors.

Adjusts the red-green color balance of the screen. Increase tint to add more green, or decrease it to add more red.

should be left at AUTO to automatically detect the type of video signal. If automatic selection is not possible for some reason, use this menu to manually specify NTSC, PAL, or SECAM.

Menu item Description

Reset Returns all video menu items to their initial factory defaults.

Audio Menu

The Audio menu enables you to make adjustments related to audio.

Menu item Description

Volume Adjusts the volume level for the speakers and audio-out terminal.

Select this item and then press the right arrow button (control panel) or right on the pointer button (remote) to display the confirmation screen. Next, select Yes and then press a multi-purpose button (remote) or the Enter button (control panel) to reset the Video Menu.

If you change your mind, select No and then press a multi-purpose button (remote) or the Enter button (control panel) to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings.

Increase the audio volume to raise the volume, or decrease it to lower the volume.

Treble Adjusts the treble tone of the speakers. (Press the right arrow button

on the control panel or press right on the remote’s pointer button to increase the treble tone; press the control panel’s left arrow button or left on the remote’s pointer button to decrease the treble tone.)

Bass Adjusts the bass tone of the speakers. See Treble for details.

Audio Menu

Menu item Description

3D Sound Adjusts the speakers’ stereo input. For a more expansive stereo

Reset Returns all audio menu items to their initial factory defaults.

sound, increase this setting.

Select this item and then press the Enter button (control panel) or a multi-purpose button (remote) to display the confirmation screen. Next, select Yes and then press a multi-purpose button (remote) or the Enter button (control panel) to reset the Audio Menu.

If you change your mind, select No and then press a multi-purpose button (remote) or the Enter button (control panel) to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings.

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Options Menu

The Options menu lets you adjust basic projector settings.

Menu item Description

Prompt Temporarily displays a prompt on the projector screen to identify

Color Temperature

Rear Projection Mirrors the projected image on its Y-axis (left-right). Selecting ON

Ceiling Mirrors the projected image on its X-axis (top-bottom). Selecting ON

Blank Specifies whether a black screen, a blue screen, or a user logo

which source (computer or video) is providing the image.

Adjusts the whiteness of the screen. The H setting provides a cold white, M a standard white, and L a warm white.

To set the color temperature setting more precisely, select the User item, then press the right arrow button (control panel) or right on the pointer button (remote) to enter the color temperature adjustment mode. Select the color you want to adjust, and then use the left and right buttons (control panel) or the pointer button (remote) to change the selected value. A high color temperature value enhances the selected color within the overall image, while a lower value weakens the color.

Press the Enter button (control panel) or either multi-purpose button (remote) to return to the Options menu.

turns mirroring on, while OFF turns it off (for a normal image). Turn on this option when projecting from behind onto a transparent screen.

turns mirroring on, while OFF turns it off (for a normal image). Turn this option on when the projector is mounted upside-down from the ceiling.

displays when the screen is blanked. See page 113 for more information about creating a user logo.

Options Menu

Menu item Description

View Change Specifies the screen switching effect to use when changing from

Language Selects the menu language: English, Japanese, French, German,

Mouse/Com Locks and unlocks the Mouse/Com port.

one input source to another. Off No screen switching effect. Upper Left -

Lower Right Original source screen shrinks from upper left to

lower right, and new source screen expands from upper left to lower right.

Left-Right: Original source screen shrinks from left to right, and

new source screen expands from left to right.

OutsideMiddle Original source screen shrinks from outside in, and

Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese.

Select 1 to assign the wireless mouse control to the computer connected to the Mouse/Com 1 port only.

Select 2 to assign the wireless mouse control to the computer connected to the Mouse/Com 2 port only.

Selecting 1 ↔ 2 tells the projector to automatically switch wireless mouse control whenever the input source computer is changed.

new source screen expands from inside out.

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Menu item Description

BNC Format Specifies the format for BNC input.

Reset Returns all option menu items to their initial factory defaults.

Custom Menu

The Custom menu allows you to use your remote control to access special features, such as zoom, preview, or strobe effects.

To open the Custom menu, select Custom from the Main menu. Zoom is highlighted.

Unlike the other menus, the Custom menu requires that you press the Custom button on the remote control to access a Custom menu function. Refer to the table below for a description of those functions and details on how to use them.

If you change your mind, select No and then press a multi-purpose button (remote) or the Enter button (control panel) to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings.

Custom Menu

The Custom menu functions are:

Menu item Function Description

Zoom Press the Custom button to access the Zoom

function. An indicator appears in the lower right of the screen while the zoom function is on. Zoom remains on until you press the Custom button again.

The following remote control functions are available while the zoom function is on:

Zoom In Each press of the remote control’s bottom

Zoom Out Each press of the remote control’s top

Zoom Screen Shift

Preview Lets you preview the current image from the three

multi-purpose button zooms in on the center of the displayed image, enlarging it +0.25 times.

multi-purpose button zooms out on the center of the displayed image, reducing it +0.25 times.

Press the pointer button to zoom in on a portion of the enlarged display. You can move the image up, down, left, right, and diagonally to closely view any part of the display.

input sources: Computer 1, Computer 2, and Video. (Video input is previewed in real time.)

Press the Custom button to access the Preview function. Press right on the pointer button to select Preview.

Use the top multi-purpose button to select the input source.

The preview function remains on until you press either the Custom button or the remote control’s bottom multi-purpose button.

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Menu item Function Description

Strobe Allows you to strobe moving images on up to 16

Number of Frames, Time

frames in time intervals from 0.1 to 1 second. To turn on the strobe function, press the Custom

button, then press right on the pointer button to select Strobe. Then press the Custom button, followed by the bottom multi-purpose button. The strobe function remains on until you press the Custom button again.

Press the top multi-purpose button while the strobe effect is running to display a screen specifying the number of frames flashed and the time interval between them. You can specify the number of frames as 4, 9, or 16, and the time interval from

0.1 to 1 second in 0.1 second increments. Press the top multi-purpose button again to clear

the setting screen. Press the Custom button to exit.

Custom Menu

About Menu

The About menu displays information about the projector’s horizontal and vertical frequency, lamp hours, and computer connection.

Menu item Function Description

H/V Freq. Displays the projector’s horizontal and vertical

Lamp Displays the number of hours the current lamp has

Computer 2/BNC Displays which source is selected on the back of

Reset All Menu

The Reset All menu lets you return all the projector settings to their default values. Select Reset All and press the Enter button on the control button or a multi-purpose button on the remote control to display the confirmation screen. Select Yes to reset all the default settings or No to cancel.

frequency.

been used.

the projector: BNC or Computer 2.

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Using the ELP Link III Software

he ELP Link III software is a utility you can run from your desktop

or laptop computer to control projector features and draw special graphics on your screen. You can also use the software to reconfigure the special effects buttons on the remote control.

Installing the Software

ELP Link III software can be used with the following operating systems:

● Windows 3.x

● Windows 95 or 98

● Windows NT 4.0

● Macintosh OS System 7 and OS System 8

Connecting Needed Cables

Before installing the software, make sure the projector is properly connected to your computer. See Chapter 1 for instructions on installing the main and serial cables needed to use the ELP Link III software.

Installing the Software for Windows

Follow these steps to install ELP Link III for Windows 3.x, Windows 95 or 98, or Windows NT:

1. Turn on your computer and start Windows.

2. Insert the Projector Software CD into your CD-ROM drive.

3. If you have Windows 95, 98, or NT, click Start and then Run.

If you have Windows 3.x, in Program Manager click on the File menu, then on Run.

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