Epson PowerLite 4100, PowerLite 4200W, PowerLite 4300 User Guide

PowerLite® 4100/4200W/4300

Multimedia Projector

User’s Guide

Important Safety Information

WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage 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 Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer 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.

Copyright Notice

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products.

Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions.

Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

Trademarks

Epson, Quick Corner, EasyMP, and Instant Off are registered trademarks, and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered trademarks; SizeWise is a trademark; and Extra Care is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.

Pixelworks, DNX, and the DNX logo are trademarks of Pixelworks, Inc.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

This information is subject to change without notice.

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Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Optional Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Setting Up the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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

Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connecting to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting to the Computer Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting to the BNC Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting to Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting a Composite Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Connecting a Component Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Connecting an RGB Video Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Turning the Projector On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Using the Direct Power On Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Displaying and Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . 27

Displaying an Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Adjusting the Position of the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Focusing and Zooming the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adjusting the Image Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Selecting the Color Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Resizing Video Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Presenting With the Remote Control. . . . . . . . 35

Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Controlling the Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Turning Off the Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Stopping Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Zooming Part of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Highlighting Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Using the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Choosing a Different Pointer Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Operating Your Computer With the Remote Control . . . . . 39

Operating Two or More Projectors With the Remote Control40

Setting the Projector ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Checking the Projector ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Setting the Remote Control ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Using the Projector on a Network. . . . . . . . . . . 43

Connecting to a Wired Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Configuring Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Using Projector E-mail Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Using SNMP to Monitor the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Using a Browser to Control the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Using Web Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Fine-Tuning the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Using the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Six-Axis Color Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Adjusting Signal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Using the Projector Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Enabling Password Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Creating Your Own Startup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Disabling the Projector’s Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Customizing Power and Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Multi-screen Color Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Projector Menu and Options List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Maintaining the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Cleaning the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

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

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Resetting the Lamp Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Checking Lamp Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Replacing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Using On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Checking Projector Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

What To Do When the Lights Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Solving Projector Operation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Solving Problems With the Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Solving Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Solving Problems With the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Internet Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Speak to a Support Representative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Purchase Supplies and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Projector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

FCC Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Welcome

The PowerLite

4100/4200W/4300 is an easy-to-use, lightweight projector. It offers up to 4500 lumens (PowerLite 4100/4200W) or 5200 lumens (PowerLite 4300) of brightness, and provides a native XGA (PowerLite 4100 and 4300) or WXGA (PowerLite 4200W) resolution. You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video sources.

Your projector offers these easy setup, control, and security features:

■ Manual horizontal and vertical lens shift

■ Centered lens design

■ Instant Off

■ Quick Corner

■ 1.8x optical zoom lens for flexible placement and positioning

■ One-touch filter replacement

■ Side-loading easy lamp access

■ Security features include password, user’s logo, the ability to lock

feature for fast setup and shut down

for easy image shape/size adjustment

the projector buttons, a security cable attachment (cable not included), a slot for an optional Kensington

security lock, and a

lens theft deterrent screw

Additional enhancements:

■ Closed captioning for the hearing impaired

■ 1000:1 contrast ratio

■ Color match images from two or more projectors for a uniform,

wide-screen view

■ When you present with PowerPoint

, project only the slide images while viewing handout notes and controls on the computer screen

■ Perform six-axis color adjustment for fine art and photography

Using Your Documentation

This electronic User’s Guide contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector.

Please follow these guidelines as you read through this manual:

■ Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

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

■ Notes contain important information about your projector.

■ Tips contain additional projection hints.

Getting More Information

Need tips on giving presentations? Quick steps for setting up your projector? Here’s where you can look for help:

8 Welcome

■ Quick Reference card

Provides information for connecting the projector to your equipment, displaying and adjusting the image, using the remote control, and solving display problems.

■ EasyMP Monitor Operation Guide

Provides instructions on using the EasyMP Monitor software (available for Windows only) to manage projectors on a network (to download both the software and the guide, visit Epson’s support website at www.epson.com/support (U.S.) or www.epson.ca/support (Canada) and select your product).

■ Built-in help system

Provides assistance for common problems. Available from the

Help button on the projector or the remote control. See page 86

for details.

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

Download FAQs and e-mail your questions to Epson support.

■ PrivateLine

support

If you still need help after checking this User’s Guide and the sources listed in this section, you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine card. See page 97 for more information.

Registration and Warranty

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

In addition, Epson offers free Extra Care unlikely event of an equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead, Epson will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States or Canada. See the brochure included with your projector for details.

Road Service. In the

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

Optional Accessories

To enhance your use of the projector, Epson offers the following optional accessories:

Product Part number

Replacement lamp for PowerLite 4100 V13H010L62

Replacement lamp for PowerLite 4200W and 4300 V13H010L63

Replacement air filter V13H134A17

Wireless IR Mouse Receiver for Remote Control V12H007T16

Replacement remote control 1531179

Welcome 9

Product Part number

Advanced projector ceiling mount with precision gear Adjustable suspended ceiling channel kit False ceiling plate kit Structural round ceiling plate Adjustable extension column (pipe) 8”–11”

Kensington

ES3000 Ultra Portable Projector Screen 50-inch portable screen (4:3 aspect ratio) 60-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio) 80-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio) DUET™ portable projector screen

Component-to-VGA video cable ELPKC19

Distribution amplifier ELPDA01

DC-10s document camera ELPDC10S

1-Year Extended Depot Repair Service Plan EPPFTPB1

1-Year Extended Exchange Warranty EPPEXPB1

2-Year Extended Depot Repair Service Plan EPPFTPB2

MicroSaver®security lock ELPSL01

ELPMBPRG ELPMBP01 ELPMBP02 ELPMBP03 ELPMBC01

V12H002S3Y ELPSC06 ELPSC07 ELPSC08 ELPSC80

You can purchase screens or other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca

(Canadian sales).

10 Welcome

Setting Up the Projector

This chapter tells you how to unpack the projector and connect it to

a notebook or desktop computer, to video equipment, and/or to your local area network.

Follow the instructions in this chapter on:

■ Unpacking the projector

■ Positioning the projector

■ Connecting to a computer

■ Connecting to video equipment

■ Turning the Projector On and Off

Unpacking the Projector

After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all these parts:

PDF manuals and

registration CD-ROM

Projector and lens cap

note

If you mount the projector on the ceiling, the interface and button names on the projector will appear upside down. Attach the interface label stickers so that you can more easily read the names.

Lens theft

deterrent screw

Power cord

Remote control and

2 AA batteries

VGA computer cable

Password Protected

sticker

Interface label stickers

Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by hand, use the projector handle. See page 83 for transportation instructions.

Additional Components

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

■ To receive a component video signal from your video device,

you’ll need a component video cable. One may be provided with your video equipment.

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■ To receive an RGB or component video signal from a video

device that has RGB or component (PrPbY or CrCbY) connectors, you’ll need a BNC-type video cable. One may be provided with your video equipment.

Positioning the Projector

If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen. This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to leave as much space as possible between the projector and the screen to get a good-size image.

Use the illustrations and tables below to help you determine placement. Image size increases with distance, but can vary depending on whether you’ve adjusted the image with vertical lens shift, zoom, or any other settings.

You can also use the Image Size Calculator

on the Epson website.

note

You can mount the projector on the ceiling, or place it behind a translucent screen for rear projection. See page 101 for details.

Center of lens

Setting Up the Projector 13

PowerLite 4100/4300, 4:3 image

Projection distance (A)

Screen size

Wide to Tele Offset (B)

30 inches 30 to 56 inches

(77 to 142 cm)

40 inches 41 to 75 inches

(104 to 190 cm)

50 inches 52 to 94 inches

(131 to 239 cm)

60 inches 62 to 113 inches

(158 to 287 cm)

80 inches 84 to 151 inches

(213 to 385 cm)

100 inches 105 to 190 inches

(267 to 482 cm)

150 inches 159 to 285 inches

(403 to 725 cm)

200 inches 212 to 381 inches

(539 to 968 cm)

250 inches 266 to 477 inches

(675 to 1211 cm)

300 inches 319 to 572 inches

(811 to 1454 cm)

0 to 18 inches (0 to 46 cm)

0 to 24 inches (0 to 61 cm)

0 to 30 inches (0 to 76 cm)

0 to 36 inches (0 to 91 cm)

0 to 48 inches (0 to 122 cm)

0 to 60 inches (0 to 152 cm)

0 to 90 inches (0 to 229 cm)

0 to 120 inches (0 to 305 cm)

0 to 150 inches (0 to 381 cm)

0 to 180 inches (0 to 457 cm)

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PowerLite 4200W, 16:10 image

Projection distance (A)

Screen size

Wide to Tele Offset (B)

30 inches 32 to 59 inches

(81 to 149 cm)

40 inches 43 to 79 inches

(109 to 200 cm)

50 inches 54 to 99 inches

(138 to 251 cm)

60 inches 66 to 119 inches

(167 to 302 cm)

80 inches 88 to 159 inches

(224 to 405 cm)

100 inches 111 to 200 inches

(281 to 507 cm)

150 inches 167 to 300 inches

(424 to 762 cm)

200 inches 223 to 401 inches

(567 to 1018 cm)

250 inches 280 to 501 inches

(710 to 1273 cm)

300 inches 336 to 602 inches

(853 to 1529 cm)

-1.5 to 17.4 inches (-4 to 44 cm)

-2 to 23.2 inches (-5 to 59 cm)

-2.5 to 29 inches (-6 to 74 cm)

-3 to 34.8 inches (-8 to 88 cm)

-4 to 46.4 inches (-10 to 118 cm)

-5 to 58 inches (-13 to 147 cm)

-7.6 to 87.1 inches (-19 to 221 cm)

-10.1 to 116.1 inches (-26 to 295 cm)

-12.6 to 145.1 inches (-32 to 369 cm)

-15.1 to 174.1 inches (-38 to 442 cm)

Also keep these considerations in mind:

■ Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.

■ Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and

under the projector.

■ Make sure the projector is within 10 feet (3 meters) of a grounded

electrical outlet or extension cord.

Setting Up the Projector 15

note

After positioning the projector, you may want to connect a Kensington MicroSaver device to the lock port on the projector. You can purchase this from Epson; see page 9.

anti-theft

Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens should be about level with the bottom of the screen.

Projector

Screen

If you place the projector below screen level, you can use the vertical lens shift dial to raise the lens (see page 29). You can also tilt the projector up by extending the front adjustable foot. Tilting the projector causes the image to become “keystone” shaped, but you can correct the distortion (see page 30).

For instructions on installing the projector in a permanent location, such as a theater or conference room, see page 101.

note

To connect a Macintosh that includes only a Mini DisplayPort or Mini-DVI port for video output, you need to obtain an adapter that allows you to connect to the projector's VGA video port. Contact Apple for compatible adapter options.

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Connecting to a Computer

You can connect the projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC and Macintosh computers, and hand-held devices.

If you have the optional wireless mouse receiver, you can use your remote control as a wireless mouse when projecting from a computer (page 39).

Connecting to the Computer Port

You can connect to the projector using the VGA computer cable that came with it (the monitor port on your computer must be a mini D-sub 15-pin port).

1. If you’re using the VGA computer cable, connect one end to the

projector’s computer’s monitor port.

2. You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the

projector’s Signal menu to

Computer1 port, and the other end to your

RGB (see page 59).

caution

Don’t try to force a connector to fit a port with a different shape or number of pins. You may damage the port or connector.

3. With the optional wireless mouse receiver (see page 39), you can

use the remote control as a mouse.

4. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for

instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.

Setting Up the Projector 17

Connecting to the BNC Connectors

1. Obtain a commercially available standard BNC to VGA video cable.

2. Plug the BNC connectors into the projector’s

R/Cr/Pr connectors as shown below. Depending on your

B/Cb/Pb, G/Y, and

computer’s video card, you may have to connect to the projector’s

V Sync and H/C Sync connectors too. (See your computer

documentation for more information.)

3. Plug the VGA connector on the other end of the cable into your computer’s monitor port.

4. You may need to change the projector’s Signal menu to

Input Signal setting in the

RGB (see page 59).

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5. With the optional wireless mouse receiver (see page 39), you can use the remote control as a mouse.

6. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.

Connecting to Video Equipment

You can connect several video sources to the projector at the same time. Before starting, look at your video equipment to determine its available video output connections:

■ If your video player has a component video port (three connectors

labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), see “Connecting a Component Video Source” on page 21.

■ If you’re using a coax video cable, see “Connecting a Composite

Video Source” on page 20.

BNC connector

(component or

composite video)

■ If your video player has an RGB video port (either a single

connector for a VGA monitor cable or three connectors labeled R/G/B), see “Connecting an RGB Video Source” on page 22.

VGA connector

(RGB video)

Setting Up the Projector 19

note

If the video cable was not

rovided with your video

device, you can purchase one

rom an electronics dealer.

Connecting a Composite Video Source

1. If your cable has a bayonet connector (BNC), connect it to the

Video1 connector on the projector.

2. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.

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Connecting a Component Video Source

1. Look at the connectors at one end of your component video cable. If they are bayonet (BNC) connectors, go on to step 2. If they are RCA connectors, you’ll need to attach commercially available BNC adapters to plug the cable into your projector, then continue with step 2.

2. Connect the cable to your player and the BNC connectors on the projector. Match the Y/Cb/Cr (or Y/Pb/Pr) connectors on your player to the corresponding connectors on the projector.

note

If the component video cable was not provided with your video device, you can

urchase one from an

electronics dealer.

note

Be sure your video player is not an RGB video source. If you select the wrong source, image quality may suffer. Check your video

layer’s documentation.

Also, make sure the Input Signal setting in the Signal menu is set to

Component (see page 59).

Auto or

3. You may need to change the projector’s Signal menu to

Input Signal setting in the

Component (see page 59).

4. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.

note

If you have a component-to-VGA video cable, you can use it to connect a component video source. Connect the VGA connector to the projector’s

Computer1 port, then

connect the other end of the cable to your player.

Setting Up the Projector 21

note

Be sure your video player is not a component video source. If you select the wrong source, image quality may suffer. Check your video player’s documentation.

Connecting an RGB Video Source

Connecting Using a VGA Computer Cable

1. Locate the VGA computer cable provided with the projector.

2. Connect the cable to the video port on your player and the

Computer1 port on the projector.

3. You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the projector’s Signal menu to

RGB (see page 59).

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4. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.

Connecting Using a BNC Cable

1. Locate a BNC video cable (one may be included with your video equipment).

2. Connect the cable between your player and the corresponding

R/G/B connectors on the projector.

3. You may need to change the projector’s Signal menu to

4. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.

Input Signal setting in the

RGB (see page 59).

Turning the Projector On and Off

Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting the projector so it can automatically detect and display the image source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple pieces of connected equipment, you may have to select the image source manually (see page 28).

Setting Up the Projector 23

note

You can set the projector to automatically turn off the lamp and enter “sleep mode” when it has not received any signals for 1 to 30 minutes (see page 67 to enable, disable, or adjust this setting). This conserves electricity, cools the projector, and extends the life of the lamp. If you want to start projecting again, press the you are done using the projector, unplug the power cord.

P power button. If

Follow these steps to turn on the projector:

1. Remove the lens cover.

2. Plug one end of the power cord into the projector, and the other end into an electrical outlet.

The Ppower light turns orange.

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Power light

3. Press the Ppower button on the remote control or on the back of

the projector.

The projector beeps once and the Ppower light flashes green as the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the Ppower light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is ready for use.

4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 63.

Using the Direct Power On Function

The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it on with a wall switch. You don’t have to press the Ppower button.

Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On:

1. Press the select the

2. Choose

3. Choose

4. Highlight

5. Press plug in the projector.

Menu button on the remote control or projector, then

Extended menu and press Enter.

Operation and press Enter.

Direct Power On and press Enter.

On and press Enter.

Menu to exit. The setting will take effect the next time you

warning

Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children and pets.

note

If a power outage occurs when Direct Power On is enabled and the projector is plugged in, the projector will restart when the power is restored.

Setting Up the Projector 25

note

Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.

Shutting Down the Projector

This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you can press its Ppower button as described below, unplug it, or turn off a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t have to wait for the projector to cool down first.

1. To turn off the projector, press the Ppower

control or projector.

You see a confirmation message. (If you don’t want to turn it off, press any other button.)

2. Press the Ppower button again. The projection lamp turns off

and the projector beeps twice, and you can unplug the power cord.

If you want to turn the projector on again, make sure the orange Ppower light is not flashing, then press the P power button.

button on the remote

26 Setting Up the Projector

Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Follow the guidelines in this chapter for:

■ Displaying an image

■ Adjusting the image

Displaying an Image

You may need to select the image source if you have multiple video sources connected to the projector (such as a computer or DVD player). Selecting the image source lets you switch between images input from different pieces of connected equipment.

note

The projector can display a test pattern to help you adjust some image settings. See page 60.

If you don’t see the image you want, press the

Source buttons on the remote control, or the Source Search

of the

Search button or one

button on the projector until you see the image you want to project.

You can also use the

Source buttons on the remote control to switch

between devices connected to the ports identified on each button.

Adjusting the Image

Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments:

■ If the image is too high or too low, reposition it as described on

page 29.

■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 30.

■ If the image isn’t square, see page 30.

■ To quickly adjust the color, brightness, or contrast, see page 32.

■ To change the image aspect ratio, see page 33.

■ If you need to fine-tune the image, see Chapter 5.

28 Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Adjusting the Position of the Image

You can use the vertical lens shift dial on the top of the projector to move your image up or down, or you can use the horizontal lens shift dial to move your image left or right.

Vertical Horizontal

Additionally, if the projector is on a table, you can use the projector’s adjustable feet to adjust the image:

1. Stand behind the projector. Press the foot release lever up and lift the front of the projector.

note

Raising the projector with the front adjustable foot causes the image shape to distort or “keystone,” but you can correct the shape as described on page 30.

2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the lever to lock the foot in position.

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 29

3. If necessary, you can fine-tune the height or level the image by turning any of the projector’s adjustable feet.

Focusing and Zooming the Image

Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image.

Turn the zoom ring (using the knobs on the ring) to reduce or enlarge the image.

Focus Zoom

If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. See page 37 for instructions.

E-Zoom

Adjusting the Image Shape

You can maintain a square or rectangular image by placing the projector directly in front of the screen and keeping it level. This also produces the best picture quality. If the projector is tilted up or placed at an angle, you’ll need to correct the image shape by using one of the functions described below.

Using Quick Corner

Use Quick Corner to adjust the shape and size of the image when it’s uneven on all sides. Follow these steps to select

1. Press the

2. Select the

3. From the Settings menu, select

4. Select

30 Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Quick Corner:

Menu button on the remote control or the projector.

Settings menu and press Enter.

Keystone and press Enter.

Quick Corner and press Enter twice.

You see this screen:

5. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to select the corner you want to adjust, and press

Enter.

6. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to adjust the shape, then press

Esc when

you are finished.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed to adjust the other corners.

8. When you’re done, press

Esc to exit.

Using Keystone Correction

You can manually adjust the shape of the image to compensate for vertical and horizontal keystone distortion.

Before performing horizontal or vertical keystone, use the lens shift function to horizontally center the lens and vertically move the lens to the top or bottom (see page 29); otherwise, the distortion will not be corrected accurately. Also, the distortion may not be corrected accurately for some zoom settings.

1. Press the

2. Select the

3. From the Settings menu, select

4. Select

Menu button on the remote control or projector.

Settings menu and press Enter.

Keystone and press Enter.

H/V-Keystone and press Enter.

note

To undo your Quick Corner adjustments, press and hold the

Esc button for about 2

seconds, select

Corner

appears, then press Enter.

Reset Quick

from the screen that

note

Epson recommends using Quick Corner to accurately adjust keystone distortion. See page 30.

note

You can also use the projector’s arrow buttons to perform keystone correction as long as the projector’s Keystone setting is set to

H/V-Keystone.

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 31

5. Select

H-Keystone (for horizontal adjustment) or V-Keystone

(for vertical adjustment) and use the pointer button on the remote control to adjust the shape of the image.

Vertical keystone adjustment

Horizontal keystone adjustment

If the image becomes smaller, use the zoom ring to enlarge the image so it fits the screen. If the image contains faint lines or a gridlike pattern, decrease the sharpness setting (see page 57).

6. When you’re done, press

Menu to exit.

Selecting the Color Mode

The Color Mode adjusts the brightness, contrast, and color for various common viewing environments. Use this setting to quickly obtain a good picture.

Press the from one of these options:

■ Dynamic: Brightest mode; for video games or TV in a bright

■ Presentation: For making color presentations in a bright room.

■ Theatre: For watching movies in a darkened room; gives images a

■ Photo: For vivid, high-contrast still images in a bright room

■ Sports: For vivid TV images projected in a bright room

Color Mode button on the remote control, and then select

room.

natural tone.

(RGB signals only).

(component video or composite video only).

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■ sRGB: Matches the color palette of standard sRGB computer

displays.

■ DICOM SIM: Ideal for projecting X-ray photographs and other

medical images.

■ Customized: For manual color adjustment (see page 57).

You can also change the Color Mode using the projector’s Image menu. See page 56 for details.

Resizing Video Images

You can use the Aspect button on the remote control to change the aspect (width to height) ratio, depending on the input signal.

■ Auto (video equipment only): Automatically sets the aspect ratio

according to the input signal.

■ Normal (computer images only): Displays images using the full

projection area and maintains the aspect ratio of the image. Choose this setting to automatically resize the image and make the best use of the display area.

■ 4:3 (PowerLite 4100 and 4300 only): Displays images using the

full projection area at an aspect ratio of 4:3.

note

The projector is not a medical device and cannot be used for medical diagnosis.

■ 16:9: Converts the aspect ratio of the image to 16:9. 4:3 ratio

images are elongated horizontally to fit.

■ Zoom (PowerLite 4200W only): Displays images using the full

width of the projection area and maintains the aspect ratio of the image. The image may be cut off on the top and bottom depending on its aspect ratio.

■ Full (PowerLite 4200W only): Displays images using the full

width of the projection area, but does not retain the aspect ratio. 4:3 ratio images are elongated horizontally.

■ Native (computer images only if you are using the PowerLite

4100 or 4300)

: Displays images as is (aspect ratio and resolution

are maintained). Black bands appear if the resolution is less than 1024 × 768 (PowerLite 4100 and 4300), or less than 1280 × 800

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 33

(PowerLite 4200W); images are cut off if the resolution is over 1024 × 768 (PowerLite 4100 and 4300) or 1280 × 800 (PowerLite 4200W).

Press the

Aspect button repeatedly to cycle through the available

options.

You can also change the aspect ratio using the projector’s Signal menu. See page 58 for details.

34 Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Presenting With the Remote Control

The projector includes a number of tools to enhance your

presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control, which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room—up to 49 feet (15 meters) away.

You can use the remote control to adjust the picture (page 36), as a pointer to highlight your presentation (page 38), or to control two or more projectors at the same time (page 40). If you have the optional wireless mouse receiver, you can also use your remote control as a wireless mouse when projecting from a computer (page 39).

This chapter covers:

■ Using the remote control

■ Controlling the picture

■ Highlighting your presentation

■ Operating your computer with the remote control

■ Operating two or more projectors with the remote control

note

If a button is pressed longer than 30 seconds, the remote control stops operating to conserve battery power. When you release the button, normal operation resumes.

Using the Remote Control

Make sure batteries are installed as described on page 82. Follow these tips for using the remote control:

■ Point the remote control at the front of the projector or at the

screen.

■ Stand within 49 feet (15 meters) of the projector.

Controlling the Picture

note

Using the remote under bright fluorescent lamps or in direct sunlight may affect projector response.

You can use the remote control to preview and select your picture sources, temporarily turn off the picture, freeze the action, and zoom in on the picture.

Switching Between Picture Sources

If your projector is connected to more than one computer and/or video source, you can switch between the different sources:

■ The easiest way to select your source is to press the Search button

on the remote control (or the projector) repeatedly until you see the image you want on the screen.

Source Search button on the

■ On the remote control, you can press one of the Source buttons

to select the connected device you need.

After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the image appears.

36 Presenting With the Remote Control

Turning Off the Picture

You can temporarily turn off the image by pressing the A/V Mute button on the remote control. This turns the image black. To turn the image back on, press the button again.

You can have the screen turn blue (using the Display setting as described on page 67) or display an image such as a company logo when you press the

A/V Mute button. (See page 64 for more

information on displaying an image.)

Stopping Action

Press the Freeze button on the remote control to stop the action in your video or computer image.

To restart the action, press the

Freeze button again.

note

Because the source continues to transmit signals, when you resume the action, it won’t be at the point you stopped it.

Zooming Part of Your Image

You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the E-Zoom buttons on the remote control.

1. Press the

You see a crosshair indicating the center of the zoom-in area.

E-Zoom button on the remote control.

Presenting With the Remote Control 37

2. Use the pointer button to position the crosshair.

note

You cannot use the Progressive or Noise Reduction features (see page 58) while you are using E-Zoom.

3. Continue pressing the

E-Zoom button to enlarge the selected

area up to 4 times.

4. While the image is enlarged, you can:

■ Use the pointer button to move around the screen.

■ Press the E-Zoom button to zoom out.

5. When done, press the

Esc button to return the image to its

original size.

Highlighting Your Presentation

You can display a pointer to call out important information on the screen, and you can choose from three shapes for the pointer.

Using the Pointer Tool

1. To activate the pointer tool, press the Pointer button on the remote control. A pointer appears on the screen.

If you prefer to use a different style of pointer, see the instructions in the next section.

2. Use the pointer button on the remote control to position the pointer on the screen.

3. When you’re done using the pointer, press the pointer button to clear the screen.

38 Presenting With the Remote Control

Pointer

Choosing a Different Pointer Shape

Follow these steps to select a different pointer shape:

1. Press the

Settings menu, and press Enter. Then highlight Pointer Shape

and press

Menu button on the remote control, highlight the

Enter. You can select one of the pointer shapes shown

at the right.

2. Select the shape you want and press

3. Press

Menu to exit.

Enter.

Operating Your Computer With the Remote Control

With the optional wireless mouse receiver (see page 9), you can use the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse. This gives you more flexibility when delivering slideshow-style presentations, since you won’t have to stand next to the computer to change slides.

■ Use the Up and Down buttons to move through slides or

pages in a presentation.

Use to move pointer on screen

Left-click

Page up or down to change slides or pages

Right-click

Presenting With the Remote Control 39

■ Use the pointer button to move the pointer on the screen.

■ Press the Enter button once to left-click, or twice to double-click.

Press the

■ To drag-and-drop, hold down the Enter button. Then use the

it, release the

Esc button to right-click.

pointer button to drag the object. When it’s where you want

Enter button.

Operating Two or More Projectors With the Remote Control

If you’re using more than one projector, you can control all the projectors—or just selected ones—by using the projector ID system. To operate a projector, set the remote control’s ID to match that of the projector. Or you can control all the projectors at once by setting the remote control’s ID to zero.

Setting the Projector ID

The projector’s default ID is set to Off. This lets it respond to commands from any remote control. To change the ID, follow these steps:

1. Press the projector’s menu screen.

2. Select

Enter again.

40 Presenting With the Remote Control

Menu button on the remote control. You see the

Extended, press Enter, select Projector ID, then press

3. Use the pointer button to highlight the new ID, and press

Enter to select it.

4. When you’re done, press

Menu to exit.

Checking the Projector ID

You can check the projector’s ID by following these steps:

1. Move the remote control ID switch to the

2. Point the remote control at the projector you want to check.

3. While holding the

ID button, press the Help button. You see a

message on the screen like this:

On position.

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Setting the Remote Control ID

The remote control’s default ID is zero. This lets you operate any projector. To set it to operate a specific projector, follow these steps:

note

When the remote control ID switch is in the you can control any projector regardless of the projector or remote control ID settings.

Off position,

1. Move the remote control ID switch to the

2. Press and hold the

ID button on the remote control.

On position.

3. While holding the remote control (0 through 9) to select the desired ID. Select zero to control all projectors, or select a number to match the ID of the projector(s) you want to operate.

42 Presenting With the Remote Control

ID button, press a numbered button on the

Using the Projector on a Network

You can use EasyMP Monitor (available for Windows only) to

monitor and control your projector through the network. For information on installing and using EasyMP Monitor, see the EasyMP Monitor Operation Guide.

You’ll find instructions in this chapter on:

■ Connecting the projector to a wired LAN

■ Configuring projector and network settings

■ Sending e-mail alerts and monitoring the projector

■ Using a browser to control the projector

Connecting to a Wired Network

With an Ethernet cable, you can connect the projector to your network and configure it with an IP address.

1. Connect the projector to your network using a commercially available 100BaseTX or 10BaseT network cable. Connect the cable to the proper data transmission, use a shielded, Category-5 cable or better.

LAN port on the projector as shown. To ensure

2. Connect the other end to your Ethernet hub or router.

3. Turn on the projector.

4. Press the

Enter.

44 Using the Projector on a Network

Menu button, select the Network menu, then press

5. Choose Wired LAN and press Enter. You see the following screen:

6. Do one of the following:

■ If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the

DHCP setting.

■ If your network does not assign addresses automatically, turn

off

DHCP and enter the projector’s IP Address, Subnet

Mask

, and Gateway Address.

To enter numbers, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight the number you want to input, then press

Enter button.

the

7. Press

Menu to exit.

Using the Projector on a Network 45

Configuring Basic Settings

You can give your projector a unique name, enable a projector keyword, or create a password for controlling the projector over the Web.

1. Press the You see a screen like the following:

2. If you want to create a password for using PJLink to control the projector, highlight password of up to 8 alphanumeric characters. When you’re done, highlight

3. Use the pointer button on the remote control to select individual letters, then press blank space or to navigate backward and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and press symbol settings or capital letters, highlight the option and press

Enter. When you’re done, highlight Finish and press Enter.

Menu button, then choose Network and press Enter.

PJLink Password, press Enter, and enter a

Finish and press Enter.

Enter to input a character. To add a

Enter. To toggle

46 Using the Projector on a Network

4. If you want to create a password for remote access to the projector, highlight

Web Control Password, press Enter, and

enter a password of up to 8 alphanumeric characters. When you’re done, highlight

Finish and press Enter.

5. Press

Menu to exit.

Using Projector E-mail Alerts

When this feature is enabled, the projector sends you an e-mail alert if it has any problems.

1. Press the

Enter.

2. Choose

Menu button, select the Network menu, then press

Mail, then press Enter. You see the following screen:

note

You can also set e-mail alerts from EasyMP Monitor (see the EasyMP Monitor Operation Guide for more information).

3. Highlight

4. Enter the IP address for the

On to receive e-mail notifications, then press Enter.

SMTP server for the projector.

You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of the address. However, the following IP addresses cannot be used: 127.x.x.x,

224.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 (where x is a number from 0 to

255).

5. Enter the SMTP server’s port number. The default value is 25. You can enter a numeric value from 1 to 65535.

Using the Projector on a Network 47

note

If a critical problem develops with a projector which causes it to suddenly stop working, it may not be possible for the projector to send a message.

If Standby Mode is set to

Communication On in

the Extended menu, the projector can still be monitored even if the projector is in standby mode (when the power is off but the projector is still connected to power and the network).

6. Choose one of the

Address fields, then enter the e-mail address

where you want to receive a message when a problem occurs. You can register up to three addresses. You can enter up to 32 alphanumeric characters for the e-mail address.

7. Press

Menu to exit.

When a problem or warning occurs, an e-mail message is sent to the specified notification addresses. The subject line of the e-mail is

EPSON Projector. The e-mail includes the following

information:

■ Line 1: The name of the projector where the problem has

occurred

■ Line 2: The IP address of the projector where the problem has

occurred

■ Line 3: Details of the problem

8. When you’re done making all necessary changes, select select

Setup complete, and then select Yes to confirm that you

want to save the changes. Press

Menu to exit the menu system.

Return,

Using SNMP to Monitor the Projector

Network administrators can use SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) to monitor projectors.

1. Press the

note

If you’re a network administrator, you can use the SNMP option to enter a tr ap IP a ddres s. T his le ts yo u receive trap alerts for the projectors you’re monitoring.

48 Using the Projector on a Network

Enter.

Menu button, select the Network menu, then press

2. Choose SNMP and press Enter. You see the following screen:

3. Turn on the

SNMP setting.

4. Enter up to two IP addresses for notification.

You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of the address. However, the following IP addresses cannot be used: 127.x.x.x,

224.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 (where x is a number from 0 to

255).

5. When you’re done making all necessary changes, highlight the

Return button at the top of the screen, then press Enter.

6. If your network environment uses an AMX controller, select

to allow the projector to be detected by AMX Device Discovery.

7. Press

Menu to exit.

Using a Browser to Control the Projector

You can use a standard web browser to monitor and control the projector through the network.

1. Make sure that the projector is set up for your network, as described on page 44.

note

When using a browser to access the projector, you cannot connect through a proxy server.

Standby Mode in the Extended menu should be set to

Communication On

to monitor the projector in standby mode.

2. Open your web browser and enter the IP address of the projector you want to monitor in the browser window.

If you’re not sure what the address of the projector is, turn the projector on and select

Wired LAN from the Network menu to

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display the IP address of the projector. Do not enter leading zeroes.

3. Press

Enter, or, if you set a Web control password in the

projector’s Network menu, enter the user name your password, then press

Enter.

EPSONWEB and

4. Select one of the menu options listed on the screen, then change any of the settings as needed. These settings correspond to those found in the projector’s menu system.

You cannot change the following settings using a web browser:

■ Quick Corner, Pointer Shape, Test Pattern, or User

Button

■ User’s Logo, High Altitude Mode, BNC Sync

Termination

in the Settings menu

, Remote Control Type, and Language in the

Extended menu

■ Any settings in the Reset menu

■ Any settings related to the Power On Protect, User’s Logo

Protect

, or Network Protect passwords

You can only change the following settings using a web browser:

■ Community Name

■ Monitor password

Using Web Remote Control

When you access the projector through your browser, you can display a “virtual remote control” on your computer screen. This lets you change sources and perform many of the same functions as you can with the physical remote control.

50 Using the Projector on a Network

From the Projector Control menu, select Web Remote. You see the following screen:

Power button

Video button

Computer button

BNC button

Pause button

A/V Mute button

■ The Power button turns the projector on and off.

■ The Search button searches for signal sources (see page 28).

■ The Computer button changes the input source to Computer1.

■ The Video button changes the input source to Video1.

■ The BNC button changes the input source to BNC.

Search button

Closed captioning button

note

Some buttons are not available with your projector.

■ The A/V Mute button temporarily turns off the picture (see

page 37).

■ The Pause button stops the image (see page 37).

■ The CC (Closed Captioning) button lets you display closed

captioning for content that provides it.

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52 Using the Projector on a Network

Fine-Tuning the Projector

You can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image and

other features. This chapter covers the following information:

■ Using the menu system

■ Adjusting the image

■ Adjusting signal settings

■ Customizing projector features

■ Using the projector security features

■ Customizing power and operation

■ Multi-screen color adjustment

■ Projector Menu and Options List

Using the Menu System

You can use the remote control or the projector’s control panel to access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps:

1. To display the menu screen, press the

Menu button on the

remote control or on the projector.

You see a menu screen similar to the one below:

Options

Menu list

note

For a complete list of menus and options, see page 70. For more information on these menus and options, continue reading this chapter.

54 Fine-Tuning the Projector

The menus are listed on the left and the options available for the highlighted menu are shown on the right.

2. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the navigational buttons on the projector) to scroll through the menu list. When you’ve highlighted the desired menu, press the

Enter

button to select it.

3. Once you’ve selected the menu, use the pointer button to scroll through the list of options. (Some of the options may be grayed out or unavailable, depending on the selected source.)

4. After highlighting the option you want to adjust, use the pointer button to change the setting. In some cases, you may

have to press the

Enter button to view a sub-screen for changing

the setting.

■ Press the left or right side of the pointer button to adjust

a slider bar.

■ To select from two or more settings, use the pointer

button to highlight the desired setting and press

Enter.

5. After changing the settings, press the

Esc button to save your

changes and return to the previous menu (or press it repeatedly to exit the menu system).

You can also press the

Menu button to exit.

Restoring the Default Settings

You can use the menu system’s Reset options to restore the factorydefault settings for all the settings listed in a specific menu, or all the settings in all menus.

To restore the settings in a specific menu, enter the menu whose settings you want to change, select (The example below shows how to reset the Image menu.)

Reset settings

for current menu

Reset settings for

all menus

Reset, and confirm as needed.

note

When you select Reset All in the Reset menu, it does not reset the Input Signal, User’s Logo, Multi-screen, Language, Lamp Hours, or Network settings.

To restore all the projector settings to their factory-default values, select the

Reset menu, highlight Reset All, and press Enter.

Fine-Tuning the Projector 55

Adjusting the Image

You can use the Image menu to adjust the brightness, sharpness, color, tint, and contrast.

note

The available settings vary depending on the input source selected.

note

The Brightness setting changes the opacity of the projector’s LCD panels. You can also use the

Consumption

change the lamp’s brightness (see page 61).

Power

setting to

1. Press the select the

Menu button on the projector or remote control and

Image menu.

You see a screen similar to one of those below. (The settings will be different depending on the source you are projecting from.)

Computer/RGB Video

Component Video/

Composite Video/

S-Video

2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed:

■ Color Mode

Lets you quickly adjust the color and brightness for various environments. Use either the remote control or the

Mode

setting in the Image menu. You can save a different

Color

setting for each source. See page 32 for more information on each color mode.

■ Brightness

Lightens or darkens the overall image.

■ Contrast

Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas.

■ Color Saturation

Adjusts the color depth of the image.

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■ Tint

Adjusts the balance of green to magenta in the image.

■ Sharpness

Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

If you select settings: Adjust soften objects like hair or fabric patterns. Adjust

Enhancement

backgrounds. Adjust

Advanced, you can access more detailed

Thin Line Enhancement to enhance or

Thick Line

to enhance or soften outlines of objects or

Vert. Line Enhancement to enhance

or soften the image in the horizontal direction. Adjust

Line Enhancement

to enhance or soften the image in the

vertical direction.

■ Abs. Color Temp.

Sets a color temperature between 5000 and 10000 °K. (Not available if

■ Color Adjustment

sRGB is selected as the Color Mode setting.)

Adjusts the color values. For Customized color mode, select

R, G, B, C, M, Y to adjust individual red, green, blue, cyan,

magenta, and yellow hue and saturation values. For other color modes, RGB may be selected to adjust red, green, and blue hue and saturation values. (Not available if

sRGB is

selected as the Color Mode setting.)

note

You cannot adjust the advanced Sharpness settings if the input signal is RGB.

Horiz.

Six-Axis Color Adjustment

For special projection material, such as high-quality photographs or artwork, you can adjust the hue and saturation for six different color axes.

1. Follow the instructions on page 56 to open the Image menu and select

Color Mode.

2. Press the return to the Image menu.

3. Select saturation controls on the screen for six colors: (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow).

4. Select the color axis you want to adjust and press color controls for hue and saturation.

Enter button to select Customized, then press Esc to

Color Adjustment and press Enter. You see hue and

R, G, B, C, M, Y

Enter. You see

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Hue changes the balance of color, and saturation changes the strength of the color.

5. Use the pointer button to adjust the hue and saturation. You see the adjustments reflected on the screen. When you are satisfied with the color, press

Esc.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each color axis you want to adjust.

You may need to readjust the color as the lamp in your projector changes over time.

Adjusting Signal Settings

Although the projector normally detects and optimizes the input signal automatically, you can use the Signal menu to make manual adjustments. In addition to changing the position of the projected image, you can correct tracking and sync for computer images, or change the aspect ratio to widescreen format for video images.

1. Press the

Menu button and select the Signal menu.

You see a screen similar to one of those below. (The settings will be different depending on the source you are projecting from.)

Computer/RGB Video

Component Video

2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed:

■ Auto Setup

Leave this setting

On to automatically optimize computer

images. Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have made to the Tracking, Sync, and Position settings.

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■ Resolution

Set to Auto to have the projector automatically identify the resolution of the input signal. If necessary (because some of the image is missing, for example), adjust to

Normal. You can also select Manual and specify a resolution.

■ Tracking

Wide or

Adjust this value to eliminate vertical stripes in computer images.

■ Sync

Adjust this value if computer images appear blurry or flicker.

■ Position

If the image is slightly cut off on one or more sides, it may not be centered exactly. Select this setting and use the pointer button to center it.

note

You can also use the remote control’s automatically reset the

and Position settings. See

Auto button to

rojector’s Tracking, Sync,

age 95 for details.

■ Progressive

For composite video and component video signals only. Turn this setting on to convert interlaced signals into progressive signals (best for still images). Select video images. Select

Film/Auto for movie images, CG, and

animated images. Leave the setting

■ Noise Reduction

Video for viewing general

Off for moving images.

Smooths out rough images. Select the setting that makes the selected input source look best. Epson recommends that you select

Off when viewing image sources with very low noise,

such as DVDs.

■ Input Signal

If the colors don’t look right on the Auto setting, select the setting for the type of equipment you’ve connected to the

Computer1 or BNC ports. Choose RGB for a computer or

RGB-video connection, and

Component for a video player

that outputs a component video signal (with connectors labeled Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr).

■ Video Signal

Select the setting for the type of equipment you’ve connected to the

Video1 port. Leave this setting at Auto unless you are

using a 60-Hz PAL system (then select

PAL60).

note

For component or RGB video, the Progressive setting can only be adjusted when 480i/576i/1080i signals are being input.

note

The Noise Reduction and Progressive settings cannot be set for digital RGB signals.

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■ Aspect

Sets the image’s aspect ratio (ratio of width to height). Depending on your projector model and input source, you can select

Auto, Normal, 4:3, 16:9, Full, Zoom, or Native;

see page 33 for more information.

■ Overscan

Allows you to reduce the image size slightly when the edges of the image are not visible. The range of trimming can be set to

Off, 4%, or 8%.

Customizing Projector Features

You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector and customize several other features.

■ Keystone

■ Control Panel Lock

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Adjusts the shape of the image if the projector has been tilted upward or placed at an angle to the screen.

Select

H/V-Keystone to correct horizontal and vertical keystone

distortion.

Quick Corner to adjust the shape and position of the

Select projected image.

Lets you disable all of the buttons on the projector, or all of the buttons except the Ppower button. See page 66 for more information.

■ Pointer Shape

Lets you choose from three pointer shapes. See page 39 for more information.

■ Power Consumption

Lets you select from two levels of brightness. The ECO setting reduces power consumption and noise, and extends the lamp’s operating life.

■ Remote Receiver

Deactivates the projector’s front and/or back sensors that detect signals from the remote control. Use this setting to prevent use of the remote control or to stop interference from bright fluorescent lights.

■ User Button

You can assign one of the following six menus to the User button:

Pattern

Power Consumption, Info, Progressive, Test

, Multi-screen, or Resolution. By pressing the button, the assigned menu item selection/adjustment screen is displayed, allowing you to make one-touch settings/adjustments.

■ Test Pattern

Displays a test pattern for use when adjusting the zoom, focus, image position, only),

Abs. Color Temp, Color Adjustment, and when

Color Mode, Brightness, Sharpness (standard

performing keystone correction.

Press the pointer button on the remote control to the left or right or press the pattern. Press the

Enter button on the projector to change the test

Esc button to clear the test pattern.

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Using the Projector Security Features

note

You can also attach a security cable to the projector to prevent theft (see page 102).

caution

If you lose the remote control, you will not be able to enter the password. Keep the remote control in a safe place at all times. Also, it’s a good idea to write down your password.

To prevent unauthorized use of the projector, you can do the following:

■ Assign a password. You can use the password to prevent the

projector from being turned on, prevent your custom startup screen from being changed, and lock network settings.

■ Create a custom screen that is displayed at startup and/or when

the

A/V Mute button is pressed. The screen can be locked with a

password to discourage theft and provides a way to identify the projector should it be stolen. See page 64.

■ Disable the projector’s buttons; this is useful, for example, if

you’re projecting in a classroom and you want to ensure that no one touches the projector’s buttons while you’re using the remote control. See page 66.

Enabling Password Protection

The default setting for the password is 0000. Follow these steps to create a new password:

1. Press the seconds. You see this screen:

Freeze button on the remote control for about five

2. Use the pointer button to select

3. When you see a message asking if you want to change the

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password, select

Password and press Enter.

Yes and press Enter.

4. Hold down the Num button on the remote control and use

the numeric keypad to enter a four digit password. (The default setting is 0000.)

5. When you see a confirmation message, reenter the password. Then press the

Menu button to exit the screen.

To set security options, access the Password Protect screen as described on page 62, and then turn on any of the following options:

■ Power On Protect to prevent unauthorized use of the projector.

After the projector is plugged in and turned on, you must enter a password to use the projector. For details, see “Starting the Projector with a Password” below.

■ User’s Logo Protect to prevent your custom screen and display

settings from being changed. None of the User’s Logo features in the Extended menu can be changed when the User’s Logo Protect function is enabled. For details on creating a custom screen, see page 64.

■ Network Protect to lock the Network settings in the menu

system.

Hold down

Starting the Projector with a Password

When the password function is enabled, you see this screen when you plug in and turn on the projector:

Hold down the

Num button on the remote control and use the

numeric keypad to enter the four digit password. The password screen closes and projection begins.

note

If you leave the projector

lugged in, the Password screen will not appear. It appears only if you unplug and reconnect the power cord.

Hold down

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If the password is not correct, you see a message prompting you to

re-enter the password. If you enter an incorrect password three times in succession, you see the message

locked. Request code xxxxx

The projector’s operation will be

. Write down the request code. The message displays for approximately 5 minutes, and then the projector switches to standby mode. Once the projector is in standby mode, disconnect the projector’s power cord from the electrical outlet, reconnect it, and turn the projector back on.

When you see the Password screen again, you can try to enter the correct password.

If you enter an incorrect password 30 times in succession, the projector remains locked and you must contact Epson to unlock it.

If you have forgotten the password, contact Epson with the request code number that appears in the Password screen for assistance. See “Where To Get Help” on page 97.

Creating Your Own Startup Screen

You can transfer any image from your computer or video source to the projector and then use it as your startup screen. You can also use it as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal or when you press the logo, slogan, photograph, or any other image you want to use.

A/V Mute button. The image can be a company

note

When you choose an image

or the user’s logo, it erases any previously used image. You can save an image up to 400 × 300 pixels in size. Once you have saved a new user’s logo, you cannot return to the factory default logo.

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Capturing the Image

Start by displaying the image you want to use from either a computer or video source, such as a DVD player. Then follow these steps to capture the image and transfer it to the projector:

1. Press the

Enter.

Menu button, highlight the Extended menu, and press

2. Highlight User’s Logo and press Enter.

3. When you see a message asking

User’s Logo?

, select Yes and press Enter. A selection box

Choose this image as the

displays over the image.

4. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to select the area of the image you want to use. Then press

5. When you see the message and press

Enter.

6. Highlight a zoom factor (display size) and press

7. When the message appears, select

Enter.

Select this image?, highlight Yes

Enter.

Save this image as the User’s Logo?

Yes and press Enter. Saving the logo may take a

few moments. Do not use your projector, remote control, or video source while the logo is being saved.

8. When you see the message

Completed, press Menu to exit.

Choosing When to Display the Image

After your image is saved, you can set it to display as the startup screen, the screen you see when there’s no signal, or the screen you see when you press the

A/V Mute button (see page 37).

1. Press the

Enter.

2. Select

Display and press Enter.

Menu button, highlight the Extended menu, and press

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note

You can lock these settings to prevent them from being changed without a password (see page 62).

3. Choose from these display options:

■ Set Display Background to Logo to display your image

when there is no signal.

■ Set Startup Screen to On to display your image when the

projector is warming up.

■ Set A/V Mute to Logo to display your image when you press

the

A/V Mute button.

4. When you’re finished, press

Menu to exit.

Disabling the Projector’s Buttons

When you enable the Control Panel Lock function, you can lock all of the projector’s buttons, or all of the buttons except the Ppower button. The remote control can still be used to operate the projector.

1. Press the

Enter.

2. Select

3. Select lock all buttons except the

4. Select

5. Press the

To disable the Control Panel Lock function, select Panel Lock menu. Or press and hold the projector’s control panel for 7 seconds. A message is displayed and the lock is released.

Menu button, highlight the Settings menu, and press

Control Panel Lock and press the Enter button.

Full Lock (to lock all projector buttons) or Partial Lock (to

Power button) and press Enter.

Yes and press Enter to confirm the setting.

Menu button to exit.

Off in the Control

Enter button on the

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Customizing Power and Operation

You can use the Extended menu to customize the way the projector displays images, enable quick startup, turn sleep mode on or off, and customize other projector operations.

■ Display

Use this setting to turn off the display of messages, change the background color, enable logo display, or turn off the startup screen display.

■ Closed Caption

Lets you display closed captioning for content that provides it.

■ User’s Logo

Create a custom startup screen, as described on page 64.

■ Projection

Select Front (to project from the front of a screen and right side up),

Front/Ceiling (when the projector is mounted upside-down

from the ceiling), transparent screen), or

Rear (to project from behind onto a

Rear/Ceiling (to project from behind onto

a transparent screen when the projector is mounted upside-down from the ceiling).

■ Operation

Direct Power On:

Enable if you want to be able to start the

projector when you connect the power cord (without pressing the P power button).

note

If you hold down the A/V

Mute

button on the remote control for about five seconds, you switch between

Front and Front/Ceiling

or Rear and Rear/Ceiling.

note

If Direct Power On is enabled, the power cord is connected, and a power outage occurs, the projector will start when the power is restored.

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note

Do not use the projector at altitudes above 9,800 feet (3,000 meters).

note

You cannot use this projector’s remote control when the

Type

Select this setting carefully as changing it back may be difficult if the projector is mounted on the ceiling.

Remote Control

is set to Simple.

Sleep Mode: Enable if you want the projector to turn off

automatically if it is idle and no signal is received for 1 to 30 minutes (you can adjust the amount of time using the next setting).

Sleep Mode Timer: When Sleep Mode is on, you can set the

period of time before the projector turns off automatically, from 1 to 30 minutes.

High Altitude Mode: Enable when you are using the projector

above 4,900 feet (1,500 meters) to ensure that the temperature is regulated properly. Turn this setting off for lower elevations.

BNC Sync Termination: Enable when analog (75Ω) termination

(such as for switchers) is necessary.

Remote Control Type: Select Normal when you use the remote

control provided with this projector, the PowerLite G5000, or the PowerLite Pro G5150NL, G5350NL, G5200WNL, Z8000WUNL, or Z8050WNL. Select

Simple if you want to use

the remote control provided with a different Epson projector.

Inv Direction Button: Enable when the projector is mounted on

the ceiling to reverse the directions of the arrow buttons on the projector’s control panel.

■ Standby Mode

Select Communication On to enable the projector to be monitored over a network when it is in standby mode (the power light is orange).

■ Air Filter Notice

■ Projector ID

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Enable this option to receive a message on the screen when a clog in the air filter is detected.

Lets you assign a numeric ID to each projector. When you are using multiple projectors, you can use the ID to select the one you want to operate with the remote control. See page 40 for instructions.

■ Multi-screen

Use this option if you want to color-match two or more projectors that are being used to display images near each other. You can make image adjustments at each of five adjustment levels. First choose an each level:

Color Correct to adjust the balance between red and green, or

Adjustment Level and then adjust the settings for

Brightness Correct to adjust the brightness, and

blue and yellow. See the next section for more information about multi-screen color adjustment.

■ Language

Select a language to use for the projector menus and messages.

Multi-screen Color Adjustment

You can match the color of projected images when two or more projectors are being used to display images near each other. For each screen, you can set five levels of brightness and color correction.

1. Before starting, you may want to assign a numeric ID to each projector. This lets you use the remote control to select the projector you want to adjust. See page 40 for instructions.

To match the display colors as closely as possible, make sure that all the projectors are set to the same color mode before starting. See page 56 for instructions.

note

If you use two or more projectors side-by-side, exhaust from adjacent projectors might cause overheating. Leave at least 2 feet (60 centimeters) of space between projectors.

2. Press the

Enter.

3. Select

4. Start by setting the Then use the lighter one. Press

Menu button, highlight the Extended menu, and press

Multi-screen and press Enter.

Adjustment Level to 1 for two projectors.

Brightness Correct to match the darker projector to

Enter to see the effects of your adjustments.

5. Next, adjust the brightness of Level 5 for the same two projectors. Match the brighter projector to the darker one.

6. Adjust and match the brightness of Levels 2, 3, and 4.

7. Adjust and match the G/R color correction for all levels. Then adjust and match the B/Y correction for all levels.

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8. If you are using three or more projectors, repeat steps 4 through 7 to match projector 3 to projector 2, then match projector 4 to projector 3, and so on.

Projector Menu and Options List

The table below shows the options you can select based on the projector menu you are viewing. Some options may not be available depending on the projector model and input source you are using.

For more information on these menus and options, read this chapter.

Menu Options

Image Color Mode

Brightness Contrast Color Saturation Tint Sharpness Abs. Color Temp. Color Adjustment Reset

Signal Auto Setup

Resolution Tracking Sync. Position Progressive Noise Reduction Input Signal Video Signal Aspect Overscan Reset

Settings Keystone

Control Panel Lock Pointer Shape Power Consumption Remote Receiver User Button Test Pattern Reset

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Menu Options

Extended Display

Closed Caption User’s Logo Projection Operation Standby Mode Air Filter Notice Projector ID Multi-screen Language Reset

Network Wired LAN

PJLink Password Web Control Password SNMP Mail AMX Device Discovery Projector Name Reset

Info Lamp Hours

Source Input Signal Resolution Video Signal Refresh Rate Sync Info Status Serial Number

Reset Reset All

Reset Lamp Hours

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warning

Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp cover. Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product yourself, except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide. Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel.

Maintaining the Projector

Your projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do is keep

the lens clean. You may also need to clean the air filter and vent. A clogged air filter or vent can block ventilation needed to cool the projector.

The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter. If any other part needs replacing, contact your dealer or a qualified servicer.

This chapter covers the following:

■ Cleaning the lens

■ Cleaning the projector case

■ Cleaning the air filter

■ Replacing the air filter

■ Replacing the lamp

■ Replacing the remote control batteries

■ Transporting the projector

Cleaning the Lens

caution

Do not rub the lens with harsh materials or subject the lens to shocks, as it can easily become damaged.

caution

Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.

note

To order replacement air filters, request part number V13H134A17. See page 9 for ordering information.

Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.

To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use a commercially available cloth for cleaning glasses.

Cleaning the Projector Case

Before you clean the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.

■ To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free

cloth.

■ To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water

and a neutral detergent and firmly wring the cloth dry. Then wipe the case.

Cleaning the Air Filter

Your projector includes an air filter to ensure the best performance. If dust collects on the air filter (on the side of the projector), you see a message on the screen telling you to clean the filter, or the light flashes green, clean the filter as described on page 75. Dust clogs prevent proper ventilation and can cause overheating, which can damage the projector.

Temp

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Follow these steps:

1. Press the Ppower button on the back of the projector to turn it

off. After the projector beeps twice, unplug the power cord.

2. Grip the air filter cover tab and remove the air filter cover as shown.

3. Place your finger into the groove and remove the air filter as shown.

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4. With the front of the air filter facing down, tap it four or five times to shake off the dust. Turn it over and tap the other side in the same way to shake off the dust.

5. To clean any dust remaining on the air filter, use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computer and other office equipment to clean the front. If you don’t have one, gently clean the vent with a soft brush (such as an artist’s paintbrush).

6. Insert the air filter back into the holes in the cover, then press it

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firmly into place.

7. Slide the air filter cover in until it clicks into place.

8. If the dirt is difficult to remove, the filter is broken or discolored, or you continue to see air filter related messages even after cleaning, replace the filter as described in the next section. Contact your dealer or call Epson at 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) to obtain a new filter.

Replacing the Air Filter

Follow these steps to replace the air filter:

1. Press the Ppower button on the back of the projector to turn it off. After the projector beeps twice, unplug the power cord.

2. Grip the air filter cover tab and remove the air filter cover as shown.

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note

The air filter contains Polypropylene. Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations.

3. Place your finger into the groove and remove the air filter as shown.

4. Insert the new air filter into the holes in the cover, then press it firmly into place.

5. Slide the air filter cover in until it clicks into place.

note

Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.

Do not turn the projector on immediately after turning it off. Turning the projector on and off frequently may shorten the life of the lamp.

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Replacing the Lamp

The life span of the projection lamp is about 2000 hours if Power

Consumption

3000 hours if See page 82 to check the lamp usage.

in the Settings menu is set to Normal (default), and

Power Consumption is set to ECO.

It is time to replace the lamp when:

■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.

■ The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen when the

lamp comes on.

■ The Lamp light flashes orange.

To maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as soon as possible.

You may also need to replace the lamp if the

Lamp light flashes

red. See page 87.

Lamp light

Contact your dealer or call Epson at 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Request part number V13H010L62 (PowerLite

4100) or V13H010L63 (PowerLite 4200W and 4300).

Follow these steps to replace the lamp:

note

Epson recommends that you clean the air filter whenever you replace the lamp.

warning

Let the lamp cool fully before replacing it.

In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid injury. If the projector has been installed on the ceiling, you should stand to the side of the lamp cover, not underneath it.

1. Press the Ppower button on the back of the projector to turn it

off. After the projector beeps twice, unplug the power cord.

2. Let the projector cool for at least an hour (if it has been on). The lamp is extremely hot immediately after use.

If the lamp is used after the replacement period has passed, the possibility that the lamp may break increases. When a lamp replacement message appears, replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible, even if it is still working.

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note

Even when the lamp cover is removed, it is still attached to the projector to prevent it from falling when the projector is mounted on the ceiling.

3. Loosen the lamp cover screws (you don’t need to remove them). Then remove the lamp cover.

4. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you can’t remove them).

Loosen, but don’t remove these screws

note

The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the trash.

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5. Hold the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.

6. Gently insert the new lamp. (If it doesn’t fit easily, make sure it is facing the right way.)

7. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws.

8. Replace the lamp cover, then tighten its screws.

9. Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section.

Resetting the Lamp Timer

After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the projector’s menu.

1. Press the

Menu button on the remote control or on the

projector’s control panel. You see the main menu.

2. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to highlight

Reset, then press Enter.

You see this screen:

3. Select

4. When you see the prompt, select

Reset Lamp Hours and press Enter.

Yes and press Enter.

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5. When you’re finished, press

Checking Lamp Usage

Menu to exit.

note

The information displayed depends on the input signal currently selected.

caution

When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:

■ Replace the 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 immediately.

■ Do not expose batteries to

heat or flame and do not put them in water.

■ Dispose of used batteries

according to local regulations.

■ Do not use batteries other

than those specified in this User’s Guide and do not use batteries of different types or mix old and new batteries.

■ Keep these batteries out of

the reach of children. Batteries are choking hazards and are very dangerous if swallowed.

To check the number of hours the lamp has been used, press the

Menu button and highlight the Info menu. You see a screen like this:

The life span of the projection lamp is about 2000 hours if

Consumption

3000 hours if

in the Settings menu is set to Normal (default), and

Power Consumption is set to ECO. Make sure you

Power

have a spare lamp handy if the usage hours on this menu are close to the life span of your lamp.

Replacing the Batteries

Replace the batteries in the remote control as described below:

1. Turn the remote control over.

2. Push the tab on the battery cover as you lift the cover off.

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3. Install two AA alkaline batteries, inserting the

+ and – ends as

shown.

4. Position the cover as shown, then press down until it snaps into place.

Transporting the Projector

The projector contains many glass and precision parts. Follow these guidelines to prevent damage:

■ If you are moving the projector by hand, use the projector handle.

■ Attach the lens cover to the lens.

■ Return the projector feet to their stored (highest) positions.

Additionally, follow these guidelines when you are transporting the projector a long distance:

■ Turn the vertical lens shift dial so that the lens is in its lowest

position.

■ When packing the projector, use the original packaging material if

possible, including the protective lens pads. If you do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning around the projector to protect it from shock.

note

Epson shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation.

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Solving Problems

This chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells

you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself. The following information is included:

■ Using the projector’s on-screen help system

■ What to do when the projector’s status lights flash

■ Solving projector operation problems

■ Solving problems with the image

■ Solving network problems

■ Solving problems with the remote control

■ Contacting technical support

Using On-Screen Help

If the image doesn’t look right, you can get help by pressing the ?

Help button on the back of the projector or on the remote control.

1. Press the projector.

You see the Help menu:

2. Use the pointer button on the remote control or the navigational buttons on the projector to highlight menu items.

? Help button on the remote control or on the

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3. Press the to select the menu item.

4. To exit the help system, press the

If none of the suggestions solve your problem, see additional solutions to problems in the following sections.

Enter button on the remote control or on the projector

? Help button.

Checking Projector Status

If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this doesn’t solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector.

What To Do When the Lights Flash

The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status.

Lamp light

Power light

Temperature light

Refer to the following table for a complete description of the projector’s status lights:

Status lights

Light Status Description

Orange The projector is in sleep or standby mode. You can unplug it or press

P power button to turn it on.

the

Flashing green The projector is warming up. Wait for the image to appear.

Green The projector is operating normally.

Flashing orange The projector is cooling down. You can’t turn it back on (and you

should not unplug it) until the light stops flashing and remains orange.

The projector is setting itself up for network monitoring.

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Status lights (continued)

Light Status Description

Flashing green The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace the air filter as

described on pages 74 to 78.

Red or flashing red

Flashing orange It’s time to replace the lamp. See page 78 for instructions. If you

Flashing orange Rapid cooling is in progress. Although this is not an abnormal

Red The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off automatically.

There is a problem with the projector. Check the other two lights and the information on page 88 to diagnose the problem.

continue to use the lamp after the replacement warning, there is an increased possibility that the lamp may break.

condition, projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises higher. Make sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation, and that the vents are clear.

The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace the air filter as described on pages 74 to 78.

Wait until the projector switches to standby mode (about 5 minutes). Make sure the room temperature is not outside the required temperature range of the projector (see page 108), and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation.

The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace the air filter as described on pages 74 to 78.

If you’re using the projector above an altitude of 4,900 feet (1,500 meters), turn on High Altitude Mode in the Operation menu (see page 67).

If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter, the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Contact Epson for help as described on page 97.

Warning: Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself.

Flashing red Power is cut off because of an internal problem. Unplug the power

Flashing red

Flashing red There is a problem with the fan or temperature sensor. Stop using

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cord and contact Epson for help, as described on page 97.

the projector, disconnect the power cord, and contact Epson as described on page 97.

Status lights (continued)

Light Status Description

Flashing red The lamp may be burnt out. First make sure the lamp cover is

securely installed. If that’s not the problem, the air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace the air filter as described on pages 74 to 78.

If this does not resolve the problem, let the lamp cool and then remove it. If the lamp is cracked, replace it as described on page 78. If the lamp is not cracked, reinstall it. If reinstalling doesn’t work, replace the lamp.

If you’re using the projector above an altitude of 4,900 feet (1,500 meters), turn on High Altitude Mode in the Operation menu (see page 67).

If none of these suggestions resolves the problem, contact Epson as described on page 97.

Solving Projector Operation Problems

The power doesn’t turn on.

■ If the projector doesn’t turn on when you press the Ppower

button, make sure the power cord is connected to the projector and plugged into a working electrical outlet.

■ The power cord may be defective. Disconnect the cord from the

outlet and contact Epson as described on page 97.

■ If you’re using the Direct Power On function and you

immediately plug the power cord back in after unplugging it, the power may not turn back on. Press the Ppower button to turn the projector back on.

The buttons on the projector don’t work.

If the Control Panel Lock function has been enabled, you can’t use the buttons on the projector. Try using the remote control instead (make sure it is set to the correct ID). See page 66 for information about the Control Panel Lock function.

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Solving Problems With the Image

No image appears on the screen.

■ Check that the Ppower light is green, not flashing, and that the

lens cover is removed.

■ The projector may be in standby or sleep mode. If the Ppower

light is orange, press the Ppower button to turn the projector on.

■ If the power was switched off and then on again, the projector

may be cooling down. Wait until the P power light stops flashing and remains orange; then press the Ppower button again.

■ Press the A/V Mute button on the remote control to make sure

the picture has not been turned off temporarily.

■ The attached computer may be in sleep mode or displaying a

black screen saver. Try pressing a key on the computer.

■ If you are projecting from a DVD player or other video source,

make sure you turn it on and press its

■ If you are projecting from a video source, make sure the Video

Signal setting is correct (see page 58).

Play button.

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■ You can also try resetting all of the configuration menu settings.

See page 55.

You’ve connected a computer and see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed.

■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described

beginning on page 16.

■ If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source,

you may need to press the projector’s control panel, or the

Source buttons on the remote control to select the correct source.

(Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.)

■ Make sure the power for your connected equipment is turned on.

Source Search button on the

Search button or one of the

If you’re using a PC notebook:

■ Press the function key on your keyboard that lets you display on

an external monitor. It may be labeled such as . You may have to hold down the

CRT/LCD or have an icon

Fn key while

pressing it. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting. Check your notebook’s manual or online help for details.

On most systems, the key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time.

If you connect the notebook while the projector or computer are already turned on, the function

Fn key that changes the

computer’s image signal to external output may not work. Turn the computer and the projector off and then back on again.

■ Depending on your computer’s video card, you might need to use

the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure that both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your computer’s documentation or online help for details.

If you’re using Mac OS X:

1. Open

2. Click

3. Click

System Preferences.

Displays.

Detect Displays.

4. Do one of the following:

Mac OS X 10.6.x users: Click Show displays in menu bar.

Other Mac OS X users: Make sure the

LCD

dialog box is selected, click the Arrangement or Arrange

tab, then make sure the

Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.

VGA Display or Color

The message Not Supported is displayed.

■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu

(see page 58).

■ Make sure your computer’s resolution and frequency or refresh

rate is supported by the projector (see page 109). If necessary, change your computer’s settings.

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The projector and notebook don’t display the same image

If you’re using a PC notebook:

■ On most systems, there’s a function key that lets you toggle

between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time. It may be labeled

. You may have to hold down the Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting.

■ If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously

on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled.

CRT/LCD or have an icon such as

Fn key while pressing it.

From the Control Panel, open the Properties dialog box, click the

Advanced. The method for adjusting the settings varies by

brand; you may need to click a

Display utility. In the Display

Settings tab, then click

Monitor tab, then make sure the

external Monitor port is set as your primary display and/or enabled. See your computer’s documentation or online help for details.

If you’re using Mac OS X:

You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Make sure your projector is connected, then follow these steps:

If you’re using Mac OS X:

1. Open

2. Click

3. Click

System Preferences.

Displays.

Detect Displays.

4. Do one of the following:

Mac OS X 10.6.x users: Click Show displays in menu bar.

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Other Mac OS X users: Make sure the

LCD

dialog box is selected, click the Arrangement or Arrange

tab, then make sure the

Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.

VGA Display or Color

Only part of the computer image is displayed.

■ Press the Auto button on the remote control or the Enter button

on the projector.

■ Make sure the image Position setting is correct in the Signal

menu. See page 59 for more information.

■ Press the Aspect button on the remote control.

■ Press the Esc button on the remote control to cancel the E-Zoom

function.

■ Make sure your computer’s resolution setting is correct. See the

compatible video formats listed on page 109.

■ You also may need to modify existing presentation files if you

created them for a different resolution. See your software documentation for specific information.

■ If you’re projecting a wide panel computer image, adjust the

Resolution setting (see page 58).

■ If you’re projecting an image from a computer with dual display

activated, turn dual display off.

The image isn’t square, but keystone-shaped.

If the image isn’t square or rectangular, adjust its shape as described on page 30.

The image contains static or noise.

■ Make sure the cables are securely connected.

■ If you’re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet (1.8 meters),

or an extension cable, the image quality may be reduced.

■ Keep your computer and video cables away from the power cord

as much as possible to prevent interference.

■ The video signal may be split between the computer and the

projector. If you notice a decline in the projected image quality when the image is displayed simultaneously on your notebook computer and the projector, turn off the notebook’s LCD display.

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note

You must be projecting an image for the to have any effect. It works only with computer images projected through the VGA port.

Auto button

■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu

(see page 59).

■ If you’ve used the Quick Corner or Keystone adjustment, you

may need to decrease the

Sharpness setting in the Image menu

(see page 57).

■ If you’re projecting from a computer, make sure its signal is

compatible with the projector. See page 109.

■ Press the Auto button on the remote control or the Enter button

on the projector to reset the projector’s Tracking, Sync, and Position settings. If further adjustment is needed, you can fine-tune the

Tracking and Sync settings manually using the

Signal menu, as described on page 59.

The image is blurry.

■ There may be dirt or smears on the lens. Clean the lens as

described on page 74.

■ Adjust the focus using the focus ring (see page 30).

■ If the projector is angled sharply toward the screen, it may not be

possible to focus the entire image. Move the projector to position it more directly in front of the screen.

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■ Lower the projection angle to reduce the amount of keystone

correction required.

■ Make sure the projector is within the proper range (projection

distance) from the screen (see page 106).

■ Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. You may need

to wait before using the projector after moving it from a cold environment to a warm environment.

■ If you’re projecting from a computer, you may need to adjust the

tracking and sync settings as described in the next section.

You see vertical bands or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section.

■ If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that

contains a lot of fine detail, you may notice vertical bands or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. Press the button on the remote control or the

Enter button on the

Auto

projector to reset the projector’s Tracking, Sync, and Position settings.

■ If further adjustment is needed, you can fine-tune the Tracking

and

Sync settings manually using the Signal menu, as described

on page 59.

1. Fill the screen with an image containing fine detail, such as a pattern to appear as your desktop background, or try projecting black text on a white background.

2. Adjust the

3. Adjust the

Tracking to eliminate vertical bands.

Sync setting to increase the image sharpness.

note

You must be projecting an image for the to have any effect. It works only with computer images projected through the VGA port.

Auto button

The image is too light or dark, or colors are incorrect.

■ Use the Color Mode option in the projector’s Image menu to

adjust the color (see page 56).

■ If you’re displaying video, adjust the Color Adjustment and

Color Mode settings on the Image menu. You can also try

adjusting the settings on the Image menu.

Color Saturation, ABS Color Temp, and Tint

note

Because of the different technologies used, your projected image may not exactly match the colors on your notebook or computer monitor.

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■ Try adjusting the Brightness and Contrast settings on the Image

menu.

■ Try adjusting the Power Consumption setting (see page 60).

■ Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance.

■ The projector’s lamp may need to be replaced. See page 78 for

instructions.

■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu

(see page 59).

■ Make sure that all cables are connected to the proper ports and

connected securely.

Solving Network Problems

The projector does not send e-mail alerts even though the e-mail notification function has been turned on.

■ Make sure the mail notification function is set correctly in the

configuration menu. See page 47.

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■ Set Standby Mode to Communication On in the Extended

menu. Otherwise, the projector cannot send e-mails when it is in Standby mode (when the power is off).

■ If a critical problem develops with a projector which causes it to

suddenly stop working, it may not be possible for the projector to send a message.

■ Make sure the projector is plugged in.

■ Make sure the LAN cable is connected correctly. Reconnect it if it

is not connected or it is not connected correctly (see page 44).

For problems with EasyMP Monitor, see the EasyMP Monitor

Operation Guide.

Solving Problems With the Remote Control

The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands.

■ Point the remote control towards the receiver.

■ Make sure the projector and remote control IDs match. To

operate all projectors by remote control regardless of ID settings, set the ID switch on the side of the remote control to

■ The remote control’s batteries may not be installed correctly or

may be low on power. To change the batteries, see page 82.

■ Make sure you are within about 49 feet (15 meters) of the

projector and within range of the projector’s front or back sensor.

■ Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights. Make

sure the projector is not in direct sunlight. Strong lighting, especially fluorescent lights, may affect the projector’s infrared receivers. Also, turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant room heater. If necessary, use the

Remote Receiver setting to disable the projector’s front or back

sensor if it continues to pick up interference (see page 61).

Off.

■ Make sure the Remote Receiver setting isn’t disabling both of

the projector’s sensors (see page 61).

■ If any buttons are held for longer than 30 seconds, the remote

enters sleep mode. Release any button that is held to wake the remote.

■ Make sure the Remote Control Type setting is correct. See

page 67.

Where To Get Help

Epson provides these technical support services:

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Internet Support

Visit Epson’s support website at www.epson.com/support for solutions to common problems. You can download utilities and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.

Speak to a Support Representative

To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the included Epson PrivateLine Support card. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6 Friday, for the duration of your warranty period.

You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers:

■ U.S.: (562) 276-4394, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday

through Friday.

■ Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday

through Friday.

AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through

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Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Before you call for support, please have the following information ready:

■ Product name (PowerLite 4100, 4200W, or 4300)

■ Product serial number (located both on the projector and in the

projector’s menu as described below)

■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase

■ Computer or video configuration

■ Description of the problem

You can obtain the serial number from the projector’s menu system: Just press the

Menu button and highlight the Info menu.

Purchase Supplies and Accessories

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

(Canadian sales).

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Epson PowerLite 4100, PowerLite 4200W, PowerLite 4300 User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Important Safety Information

Copyright Notice

Trademarks

Contents

Welcome

Using Your Documentation

Getting More Information

Registration and Warranty

Optional Accessories

Setting Up the Projector

Unpacking the Projector

Additional Components

Positioning the Projector

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting to the Computer Port

Connecting to the BNC Connectors

Connecting to Video Equipment

Connecting a Composite Video Source

Connecting a Component Video Source

Connecting an RGB Video Source

Turning the Projector On and Off

Using the Direct Power On Function

Shutting Down the Projector

Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Displaying an Image

Adjusting the Image

Adjusting the Position of the Image

Focusing and Zooming the Image

Adjusting the Image Shape

Selecting the Color Mode

Resizing Video Images

Presenting With the Remote Control

Using the Remote Control

Controlling the Picture

Switching Between Picture Sources

Turning Off the Picture

Stopping Action

Zooming Part of Your Image

Highlighting Your Presentation

Using the Pointer Tool

Choosing a Different Pointer Shape

Operating Your Computer With the Remote Control

Operating Two or More Projectors With the Remote Control

Setting the Projector ID

Checking the Projector ID

Setting the Remote Control ID

Using the Projector on a Network

Connecting to a Wired Network

Configuring Basic Settings

Using Projector E-mail Alerts

Using SNMP to Monitor the Projector

Using a Browser to Control the Projector

Using Web Remote Control

Fine-Tuning the Projector

Using the Menu System

Restoring the Default Settings

Adjusting the Image

Six-Axis Color Adjustment

Adjusting Signal Settings

Customizing Projector Features

Using the Projector Security Features

Enabling Password Protection

Creating Your Own Startup Screen

Disabling the Projector’s Buttons

Customizing Power and Operation

Multi-screen Color Adjustment

Projector Menu and Options List

Maintaining the Projector

Cleaning the Lens

Cleaning the Projector Case

Cleaning the Air Filter

Replacing the Air Filter

Replacing the Lamp

Resetting the Lamp Timer

Checking Lamp Usage

Replacing the Batteries