The projector supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM
international video standards, as well as the monitor display
formats listed below.
To project images output from a computer, the computer’s
video card must be set at a refresh rate (vertical frequency)
that’s compatible with the projector; see the following table
for compatible formats. As noted below, some images are
automatically resized to display in one of the projector’s
“native” formats (such as XGA). In addition, the frequencies
of some computers may not allow images to display correctly;
see your computer’s documentation for details.
ModeRefresh Rate (Hz)Resolution
VGAEGA70640 x 350
VGA60
VGA72
VGA75
VGA85
VGA Text
VGA Text
SVGA56
SVGA60
SVGA72
SVGA75
SVGA85
XGA43i
XGA60
XGA70
XGA75
XGA85
SXGA1—70
SXGA1—75
SXGA1—85
SXGA2—60
SXGA2—75
SXGA2—85
SXGA3—43i
SXGA3—60
SXGA3—75
SXGA3—85
UXGA60 601600 x 1200
MAC13
MAC16
MAC19-60
MAC19
MAC21
NTSC
PAL
SECAM
59.94
72.809
75
85.008
70.087
70.087
56.25
60.317
72.188
75
85.061
43.476
60.004
70.069
75.029
84.997
70.012
75
84.999
60
75
85.002
43.436
60.02
75.025
85.024
66.67
75.087
59.28
74.93
75.062
60
50
50
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
720 x 350
720 x 400
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 864
1152 x 864
1152 x 864
1280 x 960
1280 x 960
1280 x 960
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
640 x 480
832 x 624
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 870
640 x 480
720 x 540
720 x 540
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
1
1
2
Computer Connector Pin Assignments
The Computer/Component video port is a female video RGB,
15-pin micro-D-style connector. The pin assignments are:
Input pinComputer connector signals
1Red video
2Green video
3Blue video
4GND
5GND
6Red GND
7Green GND
8Blue GND
9Reserved
10Synchronous GND
11GND
12SDA
13Horizontal sync/composite sync
14Vertical sync
15SCL
Projector Placement Guidelines
❏ Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, between
3.6 and 45.5 feet from the screen.
❏ Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and
under the projector.
❏ Make sure the projector is within 6 feet of a grounded
electrical outlet or extension cord and within 5 feet of your
computer and/or video source.
❏ Place the projector directly in front of the center of the
screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. Otherwise, your
image will not be square.
1 The image is resized so that it displays using one of the projector’s
native formats (PowerLite 503c only).
2 The image is resized so that it displays using one of the projector’s
native formats.
3 Not supported on the PowerLite 503c.
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Use the figure below as a guideline to help you determine how
far from the screen to place the projector. Image size generally
increases with distance, but may vary depending on how you
position the lens ring and whether you have adjusted the
image size with other settings.
3.6 to 4.3 ft7 to 9 ft38 to 45 ftdistance from
screen
If you place the projector below the level of the screen, you’ll
have to tilt it up by extending the feet as shown. Tilting the
projector upward causes the image to lose its square shape, but
you can correct the distortion by pressing the
Keystone
button as described on page 5.
Turning On the Projector
Follow these steps to plug in and turn on the projector:
1. Connect one end of the power cord to the projector’s power
inlet.
power light
2. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet.
The power light on top of the projector turns orange,
indicating that the projector is receiving power but not yet
turned on.
3. Use the tab on the lens ring to rotate the ring and extend the
lens.
ideal
height
If you place the projector level with the bottom of the screen,
the image will be square and you won’t have to adjust it. If
you place the projector higher than the bottom of the screen,
the image will still be square, but you won’t be able to fill the
whole screen with the image.
Starting Up the Projector
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and
connected correctly. Then turn on your projector, as described
below, followed by any equipment you’ve connected to it. You
can turn on your computer and video equipment in any order,
but if you have both a computer and video source connected,
you may have to switch to the desired source as described on
page 4.
tab
4. Squeeze the lens cap tabs and remove the lens cap.
squeeze here
Caution: Do not use the projector with the lens cap in place.
The heat generated by the lens can damage the cap.
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button on top of the projector.
5. Press the red
Power
button
Power
power
light
The power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and
the projection lamp comes on in about 30 seconds. Then the
power light stays green.
Wa r n in g : Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This
can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children.
6. Do one of the following:
❏ If you’re using a computer, turn it on or restart it. In a
few moments, you should see your computer display
®
projected. (Windows
that it has found a plug-and-play monitor, click
❏ If you’re projecting a video, press the
only: If you see a message saying
Cancel
button on
Source
.)
top of the projector to switch to your video source, and
press the
button on your DVD player or other
Play
device.
If a projected image fails to appear, see the next section for
help.
What To Do If You See a Blank Screen
If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the message
No Signal
after turning on your computer or video source, try
the following:
❏ Make sure the cables are connected correctly.
❏ Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the
lens cover is off.
❏ Try restarting your computer.
button on top of the projector to select the
❏ Press the
Source
correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync
up after pressing the button.)
If you’re using a Macintosh laptop:
You may need to set up your system to display on the
projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
1. From the Apple menu, select
Monitors and Sound
.
Control Panels
, then click
2. Click the
drag one monitor
icon on top of the
other
Arrange
click here
icon.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other.
If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select
one of the Simulscan resolution settings:
1. Click the
2. Select a
Monitor
Click here
Simulscan
icon if necessary.
select a
Simulscan
resolution
resolution as shown. (Allow a few
seconds for the projector to sync up after making the
selection.)
If you’re using a PC laptop:
key and press the function key that lets
❏ Hold down the
Fn
you display on an external monitor. It may have an icon such
as or it may be labelled
CRT/LCD
. Allow a few
seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it. Check
your laptop’s manual or online help for details.
On most systems, the or
CRT/LCD
key lets you toggle
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on
both at the same time.
❏ 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.
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Focusing and Zooming Your Image
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
lens ring
tab
focus ring
Use the tab to rotate the lens ring and reduce or enlarge the
image.
You can also change the image size by moving the projector
closer to or farther away from the screen. You can use the
E-Zoom
button on the remote control to zoom in on a portion
of the image.
Adjusting the Height of Your Image
If the image is too low, you can raise it by extending the
projector’s feet.
1. Stand behind the projector. Pull up the blue foot release
levers and lift the front of the projector. This unlocks the
feet.
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or – side
❏ If your image looks like or , press the
of the
Keystone
button to correct the shape of the image.
+
After correction, your image will be slightly smaller.
You can also perform electronic keystone correction using the
projector’s Setting menu.
Shutting Down the Projector
When you’ve finished using the projector, follow the
recommended procedure to shut it down. This extends the life
of the lamp and protects the projector from possible
overheating.
Note: When the projector has not received any input signals for 30
minutes, it automatically turns off the projector lamp and enters
“sleep mode.” This conserves electricity, cools the projector, and
extends the life of the lamp. If you are done using the projector,
unplug the power cord. If you want to start projecting again, press
the
1. If you’re using a computer, shut it down first.
2. To turn off the projector, press the red
button.
Power
button on the
Power
projector or remote control. You see a confirmation message.
(If you don’t want to turn it off, press any other button.)
Caution: Do not hold the projector by the lens; this can
damage it.
2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the
levers to lock the feet in position.
3. To fine-tune the height of the image, rotate the thumb
wheels attached to the projector’s feet.
If the image is no longer square after raising it, see the next
section.
Adjusting the Image Shape
If the projected image isn’t square or has a “keystone” shape,
do one or more of the following:
❏ If your image looks like or , you’ve placed the
projector off to one side of the screen, at an angle. Move it
directly in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen
squarely.
Power
button
power
light
3. Press the
button again. The power light flashes
Power
orange for about a minute as the projector cools down.
When the projector has cooled, the orange light stays on and
the exhaust fan shuts off.
If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the
orange light stops flashing. Then press the
Power
button.
4. Replace the lens cap, retract the lens, and unplug the power
cord.
Caution: To avoid damaging the projector or lamp, never
unplug the power cord when the power light is green or
flashing orange.
5. If you’re using a VCR or other video source, turn it off after
you turn off the projector.
6. Disconnect all equipment, and store the projector in the bag
that came with it or in a protective case.
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Projector Status Lights
power light
lamp light
temperature
light
The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s
status and let you know when a problem occurs.
LightStatusDescription and action
orangeThe projector is in sleep mode. You can
flashing
green
greenThe projector is operating normally.
flashing
orange
redPower is cut off because of an internal
flashing
orange
redThe lamp is burned out. Replace it as
flashing
red
flashing
orange
redThe projector is overheating, which turns off
flashing
red
unplug it to turn it off or press the Power
button to turn it on.
The projector is warming up. Wait for the
image to appear.
The projector is cooling down. You can’t
turn the projector on (and should not
unplug it) until the light stops flashing and
remains orange.
problem. Remove the power cord and
contact EPSON for help.
The lamp is almost burned out. This is a
good time to replace it, following the
instructions on page 8.
described on page 8.
There is a problem with the lamp, power
supply, fuse, or circuit. If necessary, replace
the lamp as described on page 8.
The projector is too hot. Make sure the
temperature surrounding the projector does
F and there is plenty of
not exceed 104
°
space around and under the projector for
ventilation. Clean the air filter if necessary.
See page 8 for instructions.
the lamp automatically. Let it cool for a few
minutes, then turn it back on. Make sure
there is plenty of space around and under
the projector for ventilation. If it continues
to overheat, you may need to change the air
filter. See page 8 for instructions.
There is a problem with the cooling fan or
temperature sensor. Turn off the projector
and unplug it. Contact EPSON for help.
Using the Remote Control
The remote control lets you access all of your projector’s
features from anywhere in the room (up to 30 feet away). You
can use it to turn the projector on and off, zoom the image,
and highlight your presentation, for example.
IR output
Power
A/V Mute
Freeze
E-Zoom
highlighting
effects buttons
light
Open the cover just below the
remote control functions:
Menu
Comp
S-Video
Auto
Picture in Picture
Freeze
A/V Mute
E-Zoom
2
1
R/C ON
OFF
3
4
5
Enter
Esc
button to access these
Esc
Enter
Esc
- Volume +
5
Help
EasyMP
Video
Resize
1
Menu
Comp
S-Video
Auto
P in P
Volume
Power (projector)
remote control
on/off
Enter
Esc
Help
Video
Resize
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This table summarizes the functions on the remote control.
ButtonFunction
PowerStarts or stops the projector.
FreezeKeeps the current computer or video image on the
A/V muteTurns off the audio and video, displaying the black,
E-ZoomEnlarges or reduces the image size from 1x to 4x (in
R/C ON/OFFTurns the remote control on or off.
Button 1Places a pointer or cursor stamp on the screen.
Button 2Draws a box highlight.
Button 3Draws a horizontal or vertical bar.
Button 4Draws a freehand line.
Button 5Erases highlighting effects.
Enter
(pointer
button)
LightIlluminates all buttons on the remote control.
EscStops the current function. Pressing Esc while
MenuDisplays or hides the menu.
HelpDisplays the online help menu.
CompSwitches to Computer image.
S-VideoSwitches to S-video image.
VideoSwitches to standard composite video source.
AutoOptimizes the computer image.
ResizeSwitches the display dot mode and resize mode for
P in PDisplays a video or S-video image in a subscreen
– Volume +
screen.
blue, or user logo background. Press again to turn it
back on.
12 steps). Pressing the right side of the button
enlarges the image, pressing the left side of the
button reduces the image. To display a portion of
an enlarged image which is outside the display
area, press the Enter button and scroll the image to
the desired location.
Use the Enter button to navigate in menus or to use
the remote as a mouse pointer when the projector
is connected to a computer with the mouse cable.
The Enter button acts as a mouse left-click.
viewing a menu displays the previous menu. When
the image source is Computer, the Esc button acts
as a mouse right-click.
VGA, UXGA, SVGA, and SXGA input. Switches the
aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9 when video
images are being projected.
on the main display. Use the Enter button to
reposition the Picture in Picture (P in P) screen, or
the E-Zoom button to enlarge or reduce the image.
Changes made to the P in P screen location and size
are automatically carried over to the next P in P
session.
Adjusts the volume.
The projector might not respond to remote control
Note:
commands in these conditions: the remote control ON/OFF
switch is in the OFF position; batteries are weak; ambient light is
too bright; a certain type of fluorescent light is present; a strong
light source (such as direct sunlight) shines into the infrared
receiver; or other equipment emitting infrared energy is present
(such as a radiant room heater). Correct these conditions to use
the remote control.
Using the Buttons
Power
Source
Enter
The following table summarizes the functions of the buttons
on top of the projector.
ButtonFunction
PowerStarts or stops projection.
HelpDisplays the online help menu.
SourceSwitches between Computer, Video, and S-video
sources.
EnterSelects a menu option when the Help menu is
displayed.
– Keystone +Adjusts a trapezoid distorted image to normal,
correction up to a ±15° tilt.
SelectScrolls through options when the Help menu is
displayed.
Help
Keystone
Select
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Cleaning the Lens
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.
❏ Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
❏ To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use lens-cleaning
paper. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and
gently wipe the lens surface.
extend the lens and
remove the cap
before cleaning
Cleaning the Projector
Before you clean the case, first 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. Then wipe the case.
❏ Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical
detergents. These can damage the case.
3. To clean the filter, EPSON recommends using a small
vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office
equipment. If you don’t have one, gently clean the filter
using a very soft brush (such as an artist’s camel-hair brush).
If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is torn, replace
it. Contact your dealer or EPSON to obtain a new one.
4. To replace the filter, use a small screwdriver to pry it off.
Note
: When you get a replacement lamp for your projector, a
new air filter is included. You should replace the filter when
you replace the lamp.
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
Clean the air filter on top of the projector after every 100
hours of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become
clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can
cause overheating and damage the projector.
1. Turn off the projector, allow it to cool down, and unplug the
power cord.
2. Stand the projector on end to keep dust from falling inside.
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5. To install the new filter, first insert the tab, then press down
until it clicks in place.
Replacing the Lamp
The projection lamp typically lasts for about 1,000 hours of
use. It is time to replace the lamp when:
❏ The projection image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
❏ The lamp warning light is red, flashing red, or flashing
orange.
❏ The message
the lamp comes on (after about 900 hours of use). To
maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the
lamp as soon as possible.
Contact your dealer or EPSON for a replacement lamp.
Request part number
LAMP REPLACE
ELPLP14
appears on the screen when
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Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. Turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord.
2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least half an hour (if
it has been on).
War n i ng
: Let the lamp cool before replacing it. If the lamp
breaks, handle the shards carefully to avoid injury.
3. Turn the projector upside-down to access the lamp
compartment.
4. Use a screwdriver to loosen the retaining screw on the lamp
cover. (You can’t remove the screw from the cover.) Then lift
off the lamp cover.
)
Optional Accessories
Product
Replacement lamp and air filterELPLP14
Soft carrying cases:
Samsonite
Samsonite wheeled soft case (22” x 15” x 9”)
Slimline soft shoulder bag
Notebook/projector soft shoulder bag
ATA molded hard shell case