Epson PowerLite 50c, PowerLite 70c User Manual

EPSON® PowerLite® 50c/70c

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 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.

User’s Guide

, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service

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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.

EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

PowerLite and Presenters Club are registered trademarks; EPSON Store and SizeWise are trademarks; and EPSON PrivateLine and Extra Care are service marks of Epson America, 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.

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Welcome

Setting Up

the Projector

Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Reading This Manual Online. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Choosing Your Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Connecting to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting to a PC Laptop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting to a PowerBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting to a Macintosh Desktop Computer. . . . . . . 16

Connecting to Video Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting the RCA A/V Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting an S-Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting a Component Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting to External Speakers or a PA System . . . . . . . . . 21

Using the

Projector

Turning On Your Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Adjusting Your Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Focusing Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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

Adjusting the Image Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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

Adjusting the Image Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Contents

iii

Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Installing the Remote Control Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Operating the Projector with the Remote Control . . . . . 32

Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse . . . . . . 32

Controlling Audio and Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Freezing the Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Turning Off the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adjusting Sound Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Highlighting Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Using the Cursor/Stamp Arrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Drawing a Horizontal Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

3Fine-Tuning

the Projector

4Maintaining

and Transporting the Projector

5Solving

Problems

Using the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Changing Menu Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Adjusting the Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Customizing the Highlighting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Viewing Projector Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Cleaning the Air Intake Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Using the On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Checking the Projector’s Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Image or Sound Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Contents

6Technical

Specifications

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Projection Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Mouse Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Computer Connector Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Compatible Video Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

7Notices

Index

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Declaration of Conformity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

FCC Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Contents

Welcome

Your EPSON® PowerLite® 50c or PowerLite 70c is a small, lightweight, affordable projector offering powerful 3-LCD performance and easy-to-use controls. Your projector weighs less than 7 pounds and displays full-color images at a resolution of up to

800 × 600 pixels (EPSON PowerLite 50c) or 1024 × 768 pixels

(EPSON PowerLite 70c).

Producing up to 700 ANSI lumens (EPSON PowerLite 70c) or 1000 ANSI lumens (EPSON PowerLite 50c), your projector creates bright images that can be easily seen in rooms light enough to take notes.

You can connect it simultaneously to two image sources: a computer and a video device, such as a VCR, DVD player, laser disc player, camcorder, or digital camera. You can also connect audio for each image source.

You can operate your projector through a hand-held remote control, with buttons for zooming in on your image, adjusting volume, and accessing all the projector’s features. You can also use the remote control as a wireless mouse, and run your presentation as you move around the room.

EPSON’s SizeWise outputs, for a full-size image from just about any notebook PC or PowerBook. automatically senses the video format, so you can use it with confidence no matter where in the world you travel.

The EPSON help when you need it. A special 800 number and your own PIN will connect you with a projector support specialist—fast.

™

technology supports a range of computer

If you use a VCR or other video source, the projector

PrivateLineSM Technical Support program will get you

Welcome

warning

caution

note

If you do not have Acrobat Reader, you can install it

rom the CD-ROM.

Using Your Documentation

To connect the projector to your laptop and get your presentation running fast, see the Quick Setup sheet that came in your Owner’s Kit.

This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it:

■

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.

Reading This Manual Online

Your EPSON PowerLite CD-ROM includes an electronic copy of this manual. You may find it convenient to copy it onto your laptop’s hard drive so it’s always with you—for example, when taking your presentation on the road.

To view your electronic manual, you need to use Adobe Reader. Just insert the CD-ROM in your drive, select the

Install/View User’s Guide View User’s Guide

button and click

Install User’s Guide

When you open the manual, you see this toolbar:

Acrobat®

show navigation pane

first page

last page

next pageprevious page

You have several ways to navigate through the manual:

■

Click in the table of contents on the left side of the screen to move

quickly to the topic of your choice.

■

Use the arrow buttons in the toolbar or on the vertical scroll bar

on the right side of the screen to move through the manual.

Welcome

■

If you hold your mouse pointer over text and the hand changes to an index finger, you can click to jump to a related topic.

For more information, see your Acrobat Reader online guide.

Getting More Information

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

www.presentersonline.com

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Includes a library of articles covering presentation tips, tricks, and technology. The site provides templates, clip art and sound clips, as well as Presenters Services to use on the road. Even more resources and services are available if you register to join the Presenters Club

Quick Setup sheet

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Gives you all the instructions you need to get your projector set up and connected to a laptop or PowerBook computer.

Owner’s Kit

■

Includes your Quick Setup sheet, warranty brochures, CD-ROMs, and EPSON PrivateLine Support card. Store this User’s Guide in the folder and keep the folder with your projector at all times.

—and it’s free.

Built-in help system

■

Provides assistance for common problems. Available from the

Help

button on the projector or the remote control. See page 51

for details.

support.epson.com

■

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

CD-ROMs

■

Your Owner’s Kit includes the EPSON PowerLite CD-ROM that lets you register electronically, and includes the electronic copy of this book as well as a link to Presenters Online.

note

You don’t need to install any software to use your projector.

Welcome

If you still need help after checking this User’s Guide and the sources listed above, you can use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the card in your Owner’s Kit. Or take advantage of EPSON’s automated support services 24 hours a day. See page 58 for more information.

Registration and Warranty

Your projector comes with a basic carry-in warranty as well as an international warranty that let you project with confidence anywhere in the world. For details, see the warranty brochures included in your Owner’s Kit.

In addition, for customers who register their projector, EPSON offers free Extra Care 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, usually via overnight delivery. See the brochure in your Owner’s Kit for details.

To register, simply insert the EPSON PowerLite CD-ROM that came with your projector and select you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and services. You can register through the Internet, by e-mail or 800-number modem connection, or by printing out the form to fax or mail.

Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment

. Registering also lets

Welcome

Setting Up the Projector

This chapter tells you how to unpack your projector and set it up for a presentation. The projector must be connected to a computer or a video source such as a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, digital camera, or other video device before it can project images.

To set up the projector, you need to:

■

Unpack and position the projector

■

Connect the projector to one or more input sources

Unpacking the Projector

Make sure you have all the parts shown:

projector with lens cover

note

You won’t need all these components; your configuration will determine which ones you need.

remote control batteries computer

PS/2 mouse cable

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 a carrying case (either an EPSON case or something similar, such as a laptop case). See page 50 for transportation instructions.

USB mouse cable

power cord

CD-ROM (not needed to use the projector)

cable

A/V cable

Soft carrying case

Setting Up the Projector

Additional Components

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

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To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable (usually

provided with your video device).

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Older iMac™ systems may need a special adapter to provide a

VGA output port; see your computer dealer.

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To project HDTV images, you’ll need an HDTV cable, available

from most electronics dealers.

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To receive an audio signal, you’ll need a stereo mini-jack cable,

available from most electronics dealers.

Optional Accessories

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

Product Product number

Customized carrying cases:

ATA molded hard shell carrying case ATA shipping case Samsonite Notebook/Projector soft shoulder bag

Replacement lamp ELPLP13

Ceiling mount ELPMB35

Projection screens:

50-inch portable screen 60-inch Insta Theatre screen 80-inch Insta Theatre screen

Component video cable ELPKC19

Macintosh adapter set ELPAP01

Kensington security lock ELPSL01

Presentation audio system ELPPAS1

Wireless microphone system ELPCVS1

wheeled soft case

ELPKS36 ELPKS37 ELPKS35 ELPKS13

ELPSC06 ELPSC07 ELPSC08

Setting Up the Projector

You can purchase these accessories from your dealer, or by calling EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the EPSON Store

™

at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.

Positioning the Projector

The location in which you choose to set up your projector depends on the size of the room and your presentation style.

■

Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, within this distance from the screen:

3.3 to 36 feet in Wide mode

3.9 to 43.2 feet in Tele mode (see page 28 for more information on these modes)

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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.

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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.

note

It’s best to position the screen directly in front of the room. If it’s placed diagonally in a corner, it’s much more difficult to aim the projector at the screen correctly and get a square image.

Most presenters find it convenient to place the screen in the front of the room with the projector back near the front of the audience, leaving ample room between the screen and projector to get a good-sized image. Then the presenter can stand in front of the room, facing the audience and control the equipment from there.

Setting Up the Projector

Use the figure below as a guideline to help you determine how far from the screen to place the projector. Your image size may not exactly match these sizes; its actual size depends on whether you have adjusted the image size setting (using keystone correction or the

Wide/Tele

button).

4 ft.8 ft.40 ft. distance from the

screen

When projecting from a table, the ideal arrangement is to set the projector flat on its surface with the base of the lens at about the level of the bottom of the screen. This delivers the best-looking picture.

If you have to raise the projector by adjusting its feet (described on page 29), you’ll need to square-up the sides of image by pressing the

Keystone

button (see page 30).

If you’ll be projecting from overhead, you’ll get the best-looking picture by mounting the projector upside-down, parallel to the ceiling, with the bottom of the lens level with the top of the screen. (You’ll also need to select ceiling projection mode in the projector’s Advanced menu; see page 42.)

Setting Up the Projector

Choosing Your Connections

The connections you’ll need to make depend on the equipment you’re using, whether your presentation includes sound, and whether you plan to use the remote to run your presentation.

Connecting to a computer or laptop

■

For many presentations, the only connection you’ll need is between your computer and the projector; see page 10.

Connecting to video sources

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You can connect the projector to a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, digital camera, or another type of video source. You can even connect a video source and computer at the same time and switch between the two; see page 18.

Using the remote control

■

You can use the remote control to switch between input sources, zoom into your image, and control other projector features.

To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, you’ll need to connect one of the projector mouse cables. Then you can click through your presentation from up to 32 feet away. See page 31 for instructions on using the remote control.

Including sound in your presentation

■

If your presentation includes sound, you can connect an audio cable to use the projector’s built-in speaker. See the instructions for your input source in “Connecting to a Computer” on page 10 and/or “Connecting to Video Sources” on page 18.

If you need more volume, you can also connect the projector to external speakers or a public address system; see page 21.

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting to a Computer

f y

Follow the instructions in these sections for the type of computer you need to connect:

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“Connecting to a PC Laptop” below

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“Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer” on page 12

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“Connecting to a PowerBook” on page 14

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“Connecting to a Macintosh Desktop Computer” on page 16

Connecting to a PC Laptop

To connect the projector to your laptop, notebook computer, or hand-held device, you need to use the computer cable. If you’ll be using the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to connect a mouse cable. If you’ll be using audio through the projector’s speakers, you need to connect an audio cable (not included with the projector).

Connecting the Computer Cable

Before you start, turn off your laptop and the projector.

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

Computer

port.

note

Laptop configurations vary. See your manual if you’re not

amiliar with the ports on

our laptop.

Setting Up the Projector

2. Connect the other end of the cable to your laptop’s video-out or monitor port.

3. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

Connecting the Mouse Cable

To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to connect a mouse cable: either the round PS/2 or the flat USB mouse cable.

1. Connect one end of the appropriate mouse cable to the PS/2

Mouse/Com

port or the USB Mouse port on the projector.

2. Connect the other end to your laptop’s external mouse or USB port.

3. If necessary, configure your laptop to work with an external mouse.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

note

See page 32 for instructions on using the remote control as a wireless mouse.

You can use the USB port for a mouse only on systems configured originally with Windows you upgraded your system from Windows 3.1 or 95, the USB port may not work as a mouse port.

98 or 2000. If

Connecting the Audio Cable

If you’ll be using audio through your projector’s speakers, you need to connect a stereo, mini-jack audio cable (not included).

1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the

Audio In

port on the

projector.

2. Connect the other end to the laptop’s headphone or audio out jack.

note

If you need additional volume (in a large auditorium, for example), you can also connect external speakers or a public address system to the projector. See page 21 for instructions.

Setting Up the Projector

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer

To connect the projector to your PC desktop computer, you need to use the computer cable. If you’ll be using the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to connect a mouse cable. If you’ll be using audio through the projector’s speakers, you need to connect an audio cable (not included with the projector).

Connecting the Computer Cables

Before you start, turn off your projector and computer.

1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the monitor port on the back of your computer.

2. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s

Computer

port.

Setting Up the Projector

3. Connect the other end of the computer cable to your computer’s video (monitor) port.

4. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

Connecting the Mouse Cable

To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to connect a mouse cable: either the round PS/2 or the flat USB mouse cable.

1. Connect one end of the appropriate mouse cable to the PS/2

Mouse/Com

port or the USB Mouse port on the projector.

2. Connect the other end to the mouse port on your computer.

3. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

Connecting the Audio Cable

If you’ll be using audio through your projector’s speakers, you need to connect a stereo, mini-jack audio cable (not included).

note

See page 32 for instructions on using the remote control as a wireless mouse.

You can use the USB port for a mouse only on systems configured originally with Windows 98 or 2000. If you upgraded your system from Windows 3.1 or 95, the USB port may not work as a mouse port.

1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the

Audio In

port on the

projector.

2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the speaker or audio out port on the computer’s sound card. If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

note

If you need additional volume (in a large auditorium, for example), you can also connect external speakers or a public address system; see page 21 for instructions.

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting to a PowerBook

You can connect your projector to most PowerBooks that support an external monitor. To connect the projector to your PowerBook, you need to use the computer cable. If you’ll be using the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to connect a mouse cable. If you’ll be using audio through the projector’s speakers, you need to connect an audio cable (not included with the projector).

Connecting the Computer Cable

Before you start, turn off your PowerBook and the projector.

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

Computer

2. Connect the other end to your PowerBook’s monitor port.

port.

Setting Up the Projector

3. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

Connecting the Mouse Cable

To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to connect the USB mouse cable.

1. Connect one end of the USB mouse cable to the USB Mouse port on the projector.

2. Connect the other end to the USB port on your PowerBook.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

note

Your Macintosh must be using Macintosh OS 8.51 or later for USB support.

See page 32 for instructions on using the remote control as a wireless mouse.

Connecting the Audio Cable

If you’ll be using audio through your projector’s speakers, you’ll need to connect a stereo, mini-jack audio cable (not included).

1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the

Audio In

port on the

projector.

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

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

note

If you need additional volume (in a large auditorium, for example), you can also connect external speakers or a public address system; see page 21 for instructions.

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting to a Macintosh Desktop Computer

To connect the projector to your desktop Macintosh, you need to use the computer cable. If you’ll be using the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to connect a mouse cable. If you’ll be using audio through the projector’s speakers, you need to connect an audio cable.

Connecting the Computer Cable

Before you start, turn off the projector and computer.

1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the video (monitor) port on the back of the Macintosh.

2. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s

Computer

port.

Setting Up the Projector

3. Connect the other end of the computer cable the video (monitor) port on the Macintosh.

4. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

Connecting the Mouse Cable

To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to connect the USB mouse cable.

1. Connect one end of the USB mouse cable to the USB Mouse port on the projector.

2. Connect the other end to the USB port on your Macintosh.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

Connecting the Audio Cable

note

Your Macintosh must be using Macintosh OS 8.51 or later for USB support.

See page 32 for instructions on using the remote control as a wireless mouse.

If you’ll be using audio through your projector’s speakers, you’ll need to connect a stereo, mini-jack audio cable (not included).

1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the

Audio In

port on the

projector.

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

note

If you need additional volume (in a large auditorium, for example), you can also connect external speakers or a public address system; see page 21 for instructions.

Setting Up the Projector

note

You can’t use the projector with a cable TV-style F connector.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in and turn on your equipment; see page 21 for instructions.

Connecting to Video Sources

You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, digital camera, or any other compatible video source to your projector. You can connect one video source and a computer at the same time, and easily switch between them. The projector supports HDTV, NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats, and automatically detects the one you’re using.

Connecting the RCA A/V Video Cable

Before you start, make sure the projector and your VCR or other video source are turned off.

1. Connect the yellow plug on one end of the A/V cable to the projector’s yellow

2. Connect the other yellow plug to the video-out jack on your video source.

Video

jack.

Setting Up the Projector

3. Connect the red and white plugs on the A/V cable to the projector’s

4. Connect the red and white plugs at the other end of the cable to the corresponding audio output jacks on your video source.

Audio L

(white) and R (red) jacks.

RCA audio/video cable

Connecting an S-Video Cable

If your video source has an S-Video jack (as shown with an S-Video plug to the right), you can use it to project a higher quality video image. However, you’ll need an S-Video cable, which may be included with your video source or may be purchased from an electronics or video store.

Before you start, make sure the projector and your VCR or other video source are turned off.

1. Insert one end of the S-Video cable into the projector’s

S-Video

connector.

RCA audio/video cable

S-Video cable (not included)

2. Insert the other end into the S-Video output port of your video source.

3. Connect the red and white plugs on the A/V cable to the projector’s

Audio L

(white) and R (red) jacks.

4. Connect the red and white plugs at the other end of the cable to the corresponding audio output jacks on your video source.

Connecting a Component Video Cable

You can connect a component video cable to project images from a DVD player or HDTV video source. You’ll need the RCA A/V cable (included with your projector) and a component video cable (optional; available from EPSON as described on page 6).

Setting Up the Projector

Before you start, make sure the projector and your component video source are turned off.

1. Connect the red and white plugs on the A/V cable to the projector’s

Audio L

(white) and R (red) jacks.

component video cable (not included)

RCA audio/video cable

2. Connect the red and white plugs at the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding audio output jacks on your video source.

Setting Up the Projector

3. Connect the 15-pin connector on the component video cable to the projector’s computer port.

4. Connect the green, blue, and red jacks on the other end of the cable to these ports on your component video source:

■

(green)

■

or Cb (blue)

or Cr (red) port.

5. Select the correct settings for your component video source by selecting the following in the projector’s Video menu (as described on page 38):

■

If you connected the projector to a DVD player, select

YCbCr

■

If you connected an HDTV source or if your DVD player supports YPbPr, select

16:9

as the Input Signal setting.

YPbPr

as the Input Signal setting and

as the Aspect Ratio setting.

Connecting to External Speakers or a PA System

The projector’s speaker is loud enough for most small- or medium-size rooms. For large rooms or maximum volume, you can connect the projector to external speakers or a public address (PA) system.

You’ll need an RCA-to-3.5mm stereo audio cable, which may be included with your sound system or may be purchased from an electronics store.

Before you start, make sure the projector and speakers or PA system are turned off.

1. Connect the cable’s 3.5 mm stereo miniplug to the projector’s

Audio Out

jack.

note

The projector’s internal speaker is disabled when you use an external audio system.

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

Setting Up the Projector

Using the Projector

Once you’ve connected the projector to your computer or other equipment (as described in Chapter 1), you’re ready to turn on the projector, adjust the image, and give your presentation. This chapter covers the following:

■

Turning on the projector and other equipment

■

Adjusting your image

■

Using the remote control

■

Controlling audio and video

■

Highlighting your presentation

■

Shutting down the projector and other equipment

Turning On Your Equipment

Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1. Then plug in and turn on your equipment, as described below.

note

If you have more than one source connected, you may have to switch to the one you want to use, as described on

age 25.

Follow these steps to plug in and turn on your equipment:

1. If you’re projecting video, first plug in and turn on your VCR, DVD player, or other video source. (If you’re projecting from a computer, go to step 2.)

2. To turn on the projector, first connect one end of the power cord to the projector’s power inlet on its left side.

Using the Projector

3. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet.

N N

Power

The

light on the projector turns orange, indicating that the projector is receiving power and is in sleep mode, but is not yet turned on.

4. Remove the lens cap.

warning

ever look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children.

note

Windows only: If you see a

ew Hardware Found message saying that Windows has found a plug-and-play monitor, click

Cancel

Power

5. Press the red

button on top of the projector. (You can also turn on the projector using the remote control, but you must turn on the remote control first; see page 31.)

The blue screen with the message

Power

light flashes green and then stays on. You see a

No Signal

displayed.

6. If you’re projecting images from a computer, turn on your computer. In a few moments, you should see your computer display projected. (If a projected image fails to appear, see the next section for help.)

Play

7. If you’re projecting video, press the

button. (If a projected

image fails to appear, see the next section for help.)

Once you see your image, turn to page 27 for instructions on focusing and making other image adjustments.

When you’re done with your presentation, shut down the projector as described on page 36. Shutting down the projector correctly prevents premature lamp failure and possible damage to the projector from overheating.

Using the Projector

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, do one of the following:

■

Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1.

■

Make sure the

Power

light is green and not flashing and the

lens cap is off.

■

If you’ve connected more than one input source, you may need to press the

Computer, Video

Source

button on top of the projector or the

S-Video

, or

button on the remote control to select the source you want to use. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.)

Source button

Computer, Video, and S-Video buttons

■

Try restarting your computer.

■

If you still don’t see an image and you’re using a PowerBook, see page 26 for additional steps. If you’re using a PC laptop, see page 27.

Using the Projector

If You’re Using a PowerBook . . .

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

Control Panels

, then click

Monitors and Sound.

2. Click the

Arrange

Click here

Drag one monitor icon on top of the other

icon.

3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other.

If this option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the Simulscan resolution settings. Click the

Simulscan

resolution as shown. (Allow a few seconds for the

Monitor

icon, then select a

projector to sync up after making the selection.)

Using the Projector

Click here

Select a Simulscan resolution

If You’re Using a PC Laptop . . .

■

Press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It’s often labelled with an icon such as but it may be labelled while pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for details.

CRT/LCD

. You may have to hold down the Fn key

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. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.

■

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.

■

Check your computer’s video resolution and scan frequency to see if they are supported, as listed on page 62. You may need to adjust your computer’s resolution and scan frequency to match one of the modes listed.

Adjusting Your Image

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

■

To focus your image, see below.

■

To resize or zoom into your image, see page 28.

■

To raise or lower the image, see page 29.

■

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

■

If the projected image is flickering or “noisy,” see page 30.

Focusing Your Image

Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.

focus ring

note

If the image from your computer is still out of focus, you can increase the clarity by pressing the the remote control. This optimizes the projector’s tracking, sync, and position settings. (You can also adjust these settings using the projector menus; see Chapter 3.)

Using the Projector

Auto

button on

Adjusting the Image Size

p f

note

You can always move the

rojector closer to or farther

rom the screen to adjust the

image size.

You can adjust your image size using the projector or zoom into a portion of the image using the

Wide/Tele

button on the

E-Zoom

button on the remote control.

Using the Wide/Tele Button

To enlarge or reduce your image size in small increments, use the

Wide/Tele

reduce the image size, or the

button on the projector. Press the T side of the button to

side of the

Wide/Tele

button to

enlarge the image to full size.

Wide/Tele button

Enlarge

WWT

Reduce

Using the E-Zoom Button

E-Zoom

Zoom in or out

If you want to zoom in on a portion of the image, use the

Enter

and

E-Zoom

the

buttons on the remote control. Press the + side of the

button to zoom into your image in small increments. Press

–

side to zoom out.

To position the zoomed image on the screen, press the top, bottom,

Enter

Adjust position of zoomed portion

Using the Projector

left, or right side of the

Esc

to return your image to its original size and turn off E-Zoom.)

E-Zoom button Enter button

Zoom in

Zoom out

–

button on the remote control. (Press

top

rightleft

bottom

Adjusting the Image Height

If your 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.

2. Raise or lower the front of the projector as necessary.

3. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the levers to lock the feet into position.

4. To fine-tune the height, rotate the feet clockwise to raise the projector and counterclockwise to lower it.

caution

To avoid damaging the lens, do not lift the projector by the lens.

note

If the image shape is not square after adjusting its position, see the next section for a solution.

clockwise to raise it

counterclockwise to lower it

Using the Projector

note

If the image is noticeably uneven after keystone correction, reduce the Sharpness setting using the Video menu; see page 39 for instructions.

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.

■

If your image looks like or , press the + or — side of

Keystone

the

Keystone

image will be slightly smaller.

You can also perform electronic keystone correction using the projector’s Setting menu. See page 42 for instructions.

button to correct the shape of the image. The

button corrects up to a 15° tilt. After correction, your

Keystone button

note

You can also increase computer image clarity by

ressing the the remote control to optimize the tracking, sync, and

osition settings. Turn off E-Zoom and A/VMute before using the

age 28 and page 34.

Auto

Using the Projector

button on

button; see

Adjusting the Image Quality

You may need to adjust the projector’s

Tracking

your computer image has any of these quality problems:

■

Flashing or blurry image

■

Vertical or horizontal stripes

■

Only a portion of the image is displayed

See Chapter 3 for instructions on adjusting these settings in the projector’s Video menu.

and

Sync

settings if

Using the Remote Control

The remote control lets you access projector features from anywhere in the room—up to 32 feet away. You must also be within a 30° horizontal and a 15° vertical angle of the infrared receiver on the front of the projector.

You can use the remote control to turn the projector on and off, zoom the image, display the projector menus, and other uses.If you connected a mouse cable to the projector, you can also use the remote control as a wireless mouse to run your presentation. See page 32 for instructions.

Installing the Remote Control Batteries

The remote control operates the projector and lets you access its setup menus. You can also use it as a wireless mouse.

Follow these steps to install the batteries:

1. Press the tab to release the battery cover and lift it up to remove it.

2. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector as shown.

infrared receiver for remote control

note

You can aim the remote control at your projection screen and reflect the signal back into the sensor on the front of the projector, but this shortens the operating distance of the remote control.

caution

When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:

■

Replace batteries as soon as they run out.

3. Replace the battery cover.

■

Do not mix old and new batteries.

■

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

■

Remove batteries if you will not be using the remote for a long period of time.

Using the Projector

power

indicator light

R/C switch

Operating the Projector with the Remote Control

1. Push up the it on.

2. Point the remote at the front of the projector or at the screen.

3. Press the button for the function you want to use. The light next to the it doesn’t flash, you may have inserted the batteries incorrectly or need to change the batteries; see page 31 for instructions.)

The projector may not respond to remote control commands in these conditions:

■

You are too far away or not within a 30° horizontal or 15° vertical angle of the projector’s sensor

R/C

switch on the side of the remote control to turn

Power

button on the remote control flashes briefly. (If

note

When you connect the mouse cable, your computer mouse is disabled and you can’t use another external mouse with

our desktop. However, you may still be able to use the built-in mouse pointer on

our laptop.

■

R/C

The

OFF

switch on the right side of the remote control is in the

position (the remote control is turned off)

Batteries are weak

Bright ambient light, fluorescent light, or direct sunlight is shining into the remote control sensor

■

Equipment emitting infrared energy (such as a radiant room heater) is nearby and interfering with the sensor

Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse

Using the remote control as a wireless mouse gives you more flexibility; you don’t need to stay near your computer or the projector to run your presentation.

To use the remote control as a mouse, you must first connect a mouse cable between your computer and the projector. See Chapter 1 for instructions.

Using the Projector

Follow these instructions to use your remote control as a wireless mouse:

■

Aim the remote at the screen or at the receiver on the front of the projector. To move the mouse pointer on the screen, press the edges of the

Enter

button with your thumb, as you would to

move a trackball.

■

To click, press down on the center of the double-click, press down twice on the

Enter

button. To

button.

Press edges to move the pointer

Press center to left-click

Press here to right-click

■

To click and drag, press down on the

Enter

button and then tilt it

in the direction you want to drag.

■

To right-click, press the

■

To change slides in a PowerPoint® presentation (in Slide Show mode), press down on the

Esc

Enter

button.

Controlling Audio and Video

While giving your presentation, you may want to switch between picture sources, temporarily turn off or freeze the picture, or adjust the volume.

Make sure you’ve first set up your projector and connected your audio or video source as described in Chapter 1.

Switching Between Picture Sources

You can connect the projector simultaneously to one computer source and one video source. Then you can use the buttons on the projector or remote control to switch between them.

note

If you swapped the mouse button functions on your computer mouse, the

Esc

and remote control also swap functions.

buttons on the

Enter

■

Press the

Source

button on the projector to switch between

computer, S-video, and composite video sources.

■

Press the

Computer, Video

S-Video

, or

button on the remote

control to select the source you want to use.

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

Select Computer, Video, or S-Video

Using the Projector

Freezing the Picture

You can use the remote control to freeze the current picture on the screen.

Freeze picture

Turn off picture and sound

Adjust volume

■

Press the

Freeze

button to freeze the current image on the screen.

The sound will continue.

■

Press the

Freeze

button again to re-start it.

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

You can use the the image and sound. This is lets you temporarily re-direct your audience’s attention without the distraction of a bright screen.

■

To turn off the picture, press the goes dark.

■

To turn the image back on, press the

You can change the color of the blank screen displayed while A/VMute is on using the Setting menu; see page 38 for instructions.

A/VMute

button on the remote control to turn off

A/VMute

button. The screen

A/VMute

button again.

Adjusting Sound Volume

Using the remote control, you can adjust the volume of your video or computer sounds.

Using the Projector

■

To increase the volume, press on the right (+) side of the button.

■

To decrease the volume, press on the left (–) side of the button.

Volume

Highlighting Your Presentation

The projector’s highlighting tools let you emphasize areas on the screen using the numbered buttons on the remote control. This is useful for annotating your presentation slides or calling attention to their most important points. These tools are available:

■

Arrow or cursor stamp (button 1)

■

Horizontal bar (button 2)

You can use the Effect menu to customize the highlighting tools. See page 41 for instructions.

Using the Cursor/Stamp Arrow

You can use the cursor stamp tool as a pointer and place cursor stamps anywhere on your screen.

1. To activate the cursor stamp, press the control. A icon appears on the screen.

Enter

2. Press the side of the

button to move the pointer wherever

you want it.

3. To “paste” the pointer on the screen, press down in the center of

Enter

the

button. You can then continue to move another pointer

around the screen and paste it wherever you want.

button on the remote

Horz. bar

Cursor stamp

Move bar or cursor

note

You can use the projector’s Effect menu to select a different cursor stamp shape and size. See page 41 for instructions.

4. To erase the pointers pasted on the screen, press the

5. To cancel the cursor stamp feature, press the

Esc

button.

Drawing a Horizontal Bar

You can place a horizontal bar on the screen and move it up or down to highlight your presentation points.

1. To activate the bar tool, press the A magenta horizontal bar appears in the middle of the screen.

2. Press the top or bottom of the down the screen.

3. To erase the bar from the screen, press the

button on the remote control.

Enter

button to move the bar up or

Esc

button.

note

You can change the width and color of the bar using the projector’s Effect menu. See page 41 for instructions.

Using the Projector

note

If sleep mode is enabled and the projector has not received any input signals for

0 minutes, it automatically turns off the projector lamp and enters “sleep mode.” This conserves electricity, cools the

rojector, and extends the life

of the lamp. In sleep mode,

Power

the If you are done using the

rojector, unplug the power

cord. If you want to start

rojecting again, press the

Power

rojector or the remote

control.

light is orange.

button on the

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.

1. If you’ve connected a computer or laptop and it’s displaying only through the projector, shut down the computer first; otherwise you won’t be able to see your computer’s display if you try turning it off after the projector.

2. Press the red remote control. You see a confirmation message. (If you don’t want to turn it off, press any other button.)

Power

button on top of the projector or on the

Power button

caution

To avoid damaging the

rojector or lamp, never

unplug the power cord when

Power

the

lashing orange.

Using the Projector

light is green or

power off confirmation message

3. Press the

Power

button again. The

Power

light flashes orange for a couple of minutes as the projector cools down. When the projector has cooled, the orange

Power

light stays on and

the fan shuts off.

If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the orange

Power

light stops flashing. Then press the

Power

button.

4. Replace the lens cap, retract the projector feet, and unplug the power cord. Also turn off the remote control, if you were using it.

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 a protective case.

Fine-Tuning the Projector

You can use the on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features of your projector. This chapter covers the following information:

■

Using the menus

■

Adjusting the image

■

Adjusting the sound

■

Customizing the highlighting tools

■

Customizing projector features

■

Viewing projector information

■

Restoring the default settings

Using the Menus

These on-screen menus let you adjust and customize the projector features from the remote control:

Video

■

controls the look and quality of the projected image (from

a computer or video source).

Audio

adjusts the sound volume and tone.

Effect

customizes the highlighting tools available on the remote

control.

Setting

color, message prompt, and sleep mode.

Advanced

intensity, and rear or ceiling projection.

adjusts features such as the keystone setting, blank screen

controls settings such as menu language, color

Fine-Tuning the Projector

About

■

provides information about the current projector and lamp settings, and lets you reset the lamp timer when you’ve replaced the projector’s lamp.

Reset All

■

restores the factory defaults to all the projector settings.

Changing Menu Settings

Enter button

Esc button

Menu button

You use the

Menu, Enter

and

Esc

buttons on the remote control to

change menu settings.

1. To display the main menu, press the

button. The menus are displayed on the left, and the options available for the current menu are shown on the right.

2. Press the top or bottom of the

Enter

button to scroll up or down

through the menus and view the available options.

Enter

3. Press the center of the

button to select a menu. The

highlight moves to the first menu option for that menu.

Enter

4. Press the bottom or the top of the the options. Press the right or left side of the

button to scroll through

Enter

button to

change the setting.

Fine-Tuning the Projector

If you want to go back to the default settings on any menu, select

Reset

5. Press the

, press

Esc

Enter

, select

Yes

, and then press

Enter

button to save your changes and go back to the

main menu.

6. Press the

button to exit the menu system.

The rest of this chapter describes the menu options.

Adjusting the Image

You can make a variety of image adjustments with the Video menu. The options available in the menu depend on which source is connected to the projector: computer or video.

Computer or component video source menu Video source menu

Video menu

Menu item Description

Position Moves the displayed image up, down, left, or right. Use the Enter button to move the

screen position in the corresponding direction.

Tracking* Removes vertical lines from the computer image by matching the projector’s internal

clock to various computer graphic signals.

Sync* Corrects fuzziness or screen flicker by synchronizing the projector with the computer’s

tracking signal. Always adjust the Tracking before adjusting the Sync.

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

decrease it to darken the image. Press the right or left side of the Enter button to adjust the setting and see the results.

Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. Increase the contrast to make

light areas lighter and dark areas darker. Decrease it to minimize the difference between light and dark areas. Press the right or left side of the Enter button to adjust the setting and see the results.

Color** Adjusts the color depth of the video input source. Increase the color setting for more

intense color on the screen, and lower the setting for less intense color. Press the right or left side of the Enter button to adjust the setting and see the results.

Tint** Adjusts the tint of the video image colors. Increasing the Tint setting strengthens the

red tint. Decreasing it strengthens the green tint. Press the right or left side of the Enter button to adjust the setting and see the results.

Fine-Tuning the Projector

Video menu

Menu item Description

Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. (If keystone correction adversely affects the

image, decrease the Sharpness setting.) Press the right or left side of the Enter button to adjust the setting and see the results.

Gamma Adjusts the vividness of image colors.

Choose Dynamic for distinctly contrasted images, such as charts. Choose Normal to select medium contrast. Choose Natural to weaken contrast for more naturally colored images, such as photographs.

Input Signal* Selects the input signal of your computer or component video equipment.

Choose RGB for computer images. Choose YUV for component video images. Choose YCbCr for DVD images. Choose YPbPr for HDTV images.

Auto Setup* Set to ON to have the projector automatically optimize the computer image for

projection.

Mode** Selects the video image signal mode: Automatic or Manual. (For PAL 60 Hz mode, set

to Manual.)

Aspect Ratio***

Reset Returns all Video menu settings to their factory defaults.

* Available only when Computer is selected as the input source.

** Available only when Video is selected as the input source.

*** Available only when you’re projecting component video images.

Selects the aspect ratio for YCbCr or YPbPr component video images.

Fine-Tuning the Projector

Adjusting the Sound

You can use the Audio menu to adjust the sound volume or quality.

Audio menu

Menu item Description

Volume Adjusts the sound volume level output from the projector. Press the right or left side

of the Enter button to adjust the setting.

Tone Adjusts the sound quality by increasing or decreasing the treble. Press the right or left

side of the Enter button to adjust the setting.

Audio Input* Selects the audio input source. Select Auto to automatically choose the current video

input source, or select Computer or Video exclusively.

Reset Returns the Audio menu settings to their factory defaults.

* For component video sources, select Video.

Customizing the Highlighting Tools

You can use the Effect menu to customize the highlighting tools, as described on page 35, and set the cursor speed.

Effect menu

Menu item Description

Cursor/Stamp Selects the stamp you want to use as the cursor graphic and lets you enlarge it.

Horizontal Bar Selects the color and width of the horizontal bar.

Cursor Speed Adjusts the cursor speed to Low, Medium, or High.

Reset Returns the Effect menu settings to their factory defaults.

Fine-Tuning the Projector

Customizing Projector Features

You can use the Setting menu and the Advanced menu to adjust a variety of projector functions.

Setting menu

Menu item Description

Keystone Corrects a trapezoid-shaped, distorted image to a 4:3 ratio rectangle, adjusting up to a

±15° tilt. Press the right or left side of the Enter button to adjust the setting and see

the results.*

No-Signal/Msg Specifies whether no screen, a black screen, or a blue screen is projected when no

video signals are received.

Prompt Controls whether the projector displays a temporary message indicating the current

input source (Computer or Video).

A/V Mute Controls whether the projector displays a blue or black screen when the A/VMute

button is pressed.

Sleep Mode Enables or disables sleep mode, which turns off your projector’s lamp when it hasn’t

received any image signals for 30 minutes. Press the Power button on the projector or the remote control to resume projection.

Reset Returns the Setting menu options to their factory defaults.

* You can also use the Keystone button on the projector to adjust this setting. If the image is noticeably uneven,

reduce the Sharpness setting on the Video menu.

Advanced menu

Menu item Description

Language Selects the language the projector uses in the menus: English, French, German,

Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, or Korean.

Color Setting Selects the color temperature and RGB (red, green, blue) settings of the image.

Increasing the color temperature creates cooler whites and decreasing it creates warmer whites. Increasing the RGB intensity strengthens the colors and decreasing it weakens the colors.

Rear Proj. Mirrors the projected image on its left-right axis so it appears correctly when you’re

projecting from behind onto a transparent screen.

Ceiling Flips the projected image on its top-bottom axis so it appears correctly when you

mount the projector upside-down from the ceiling.

Reset Returns the Advanced menu settings to their factory defaults.

Fine-Tuning the Projector

Viewing Projector Information

The About menu lets you view information about the display settings of your computer, your video signal mode, and the number of hours the lamp has been used. The options available in the menu depend on which source is connected to the projector: computer or video.

Video source menu

Computer or component video source menu

About menu

note

The life span of the projector lamp is approximately 1500 hours. If the number shown in the About menu is close to 1500, make sure you have a spare lamp handy. See page 6 for part number and ordering information.

Menu item Description

Lamp Displays the number of hours the current lamp has been used.

Reset lamp timer Sets the cumulative lamp time to zero; use this when you’ve replaced the

projector lamp, as described on page 48.

Video Source Displays the currently selected input source: Computer or Video.

Input Signal* Displays the computer or component video input signal.

Frequency* Displays the projector’s horizontal and vertical frequency.

Sync Polarity* Displays the computer’s sync polarity.

Sync Mode* Displays the computer’s sync mode.

Resolution* Displays the resolution of the computer’s video output.

Refresh Rate* Displays the refresh rate of the computer’s video output.

Video Signal** Displays the input image signal mode.

* Available only when Computer is selected as the input source.

** Available only when Video is selected as the input source.

Fine-Tuning the Projector

Restoring the Default Settings

Reset All

The to their initial factory defaults, except for the Lamp and Language settings.

setting lets you return all the projector’s menu settings

Reset All

Select display the confirmation screen. Select settings or

and press the

to cancel.

Enter

button on the remote control to

Yes

to reset all the default

Fine-Tuning the Projector

Maintaining and

warning

Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the

rojector, except the lamp cover. Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product

ourself, except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide. Refer all other servicing to qualified service

ersonnel.

Transporting the Projector

Your projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. Any dirt or smears on the lens will show up on your projected image.

You also need to periodically clean the air intake vent on the side of the projector. A clogged vent can block ventilation needed to cool the projector and keep it from overheating.

The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air intake vent (if necessary). If any other part needs replacing, contact your dealer or a qualified service person.

This chapter covers the following:

■

Cleaning the lens

■

Cleaning the projector case

■

Cleaning the air intake vent

■

Replacing the lamp

■

Transporting the projector

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

Cleaning the Lens

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

■

To remove dust, use a canister of compressed air to spray the lens surface, or lightly wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

■

To remove dirt or smears, use lens-cleaning paper. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with an alcohol-based cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.

Clean here

Cleaning the Projector Case

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

■

To remove dirt or dust, wipe the outside with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

■

To remove stubborn dirt or stains, clean the case using a soft cloth moistened with water and a neutral detergent. Dry it using a separate cloth.

■

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

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

Cleaning the Air Intake Vent

Clean the air intake vent after every 100 hours of use, or if the

Error

light on top of the projector turns red.

If the vent is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. Follow these steps to clean the vent:

1. Turn off the projector, let it cool down, and unplug the power cord.

2. Stand the projector on its back panel with the lens pointing upward.

3. To clean the vent, EPSON recommends using a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If you don’t have one, use a dry, lint-free cloth.

If the dirt is difficult to remove, replace the air intake vent. You can purchase the part from your dealer, or by calling EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U. S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

Replacing the Lamp

note

To view the number of hours

our lamp has been used,

check the About menu; see

age 38 for instructions.

warning

Let the lamp cool before replacing it. To avoid

remature lamp failure, do not touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly.

The projection lamp typically lasts for about 1500 hours of use. It is time to replace the lamp when:

■

The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.

■

The

Error

light on top of the projector is flashing red in

1-second intervals.

■

LAMP REPLACE

The

message appears on the screen when the projector lamp comes on (after about 1500 hours of use). To maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as soon as possible after you see the message.

To order a replacement lamp (part number

ELPLP13

), contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U. S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.

Follow these steps to replace the lamp:

1. Turn off the projector, let it cool down, and unplug the power

cord.

2. Allow the projector to continue cooling for at least one hour (if it

has been on).

3. Turn the projector upside-down to access the lamp compartment.

4. To remove the lamp cover, press on the two tabs and pull out the

cover.

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

5. Use a screwdriver to loosen the two lamp cover screws; you can’t remove the screws. Then pull out the lamp by the two notches.

6. Position the new lamp correctly, then gently insert it into the projector. Press it into place and tighten the retaining screws.

7. Insert the lamp cover as shown and press it back into place.

8. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3 to access the projector’s About menu and reset the lamp counter to zero.

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

caution

Make sure the lamp cover is securely fastened; the

Error

light flashes and the projector lamp won’t turn on if the cover is open.

note

EPSON shall not be liable

or any damage incurred

during transportation.

Transporting the Projector

The projector contains many glass and precision parts. If you need to transport it, please follow these packing guidelines to prevent damaging the projector:

■

When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning around the projector.

■

When transporting the projector as freight or checked luggage, first put it in a carrying case (such as an EPSON case), then pack it in a firm box, using cushioning around the case.

■

When you’re hand-carrying the projector, be sure to use a carrying case (such as an EPSON case).

Maintaining and Transporting the Projector

Solving Problems

This chapter helps you diagnose and solve problems with your projector and provides technical support information for problems you can’t solve yourself.

This chapter tells you how to:

■

Use the projector’s on-screen help system

■

Check the projector’s status using its lights

■

Solve image or sound problems

■

Solve remote control problems

If none of the suggestions here solve the problem, see “Where To Get Help” on page 58.

Using the On-Screen Help

If you have a problem while setting up or using your projector, you can get help by pressing the the remote control.

? Help

button on top of the projector or

Solving Problems

The following choices are available:

Help for the image

■

Tells you how to solve problems with a blank screen, blurry images, brightness, colors, and image shape

Help for the sound

■

Provides help for problems with lack of audio

Language Selection

■

Lets you choose to display the help information and projector menus in any of 8 different languages.

Return

■

Exits the help system.

Follow these steps to get help:

? Help

1. Press the

button. You see the main help menu.

2. To select the help menu you want, press the bottom or top of the

Select (Keystone

Enter

of the

) button on the projector, or the bottom or top

button on the remote control.

Solving Problems

3. Press the

Enter

the

Enter (Source

button on the remote control to select your help topic.

) button on the projector or the center of

Depending on the topic, you may see another menu or a list of solutions.

4. To exit the Help system, press the

? Help

button on top of the

projector or the remote control.

If none of the Help menu choices solve your problem, see the solutions in the rest of this chapter.

Checking the Projector’s Lights

If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for it to cool, 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. They alert you to problems with projector operations.

Power light

Error light

Light Status Description and action

off The projector is unplugged. Press the Power button to turn off the

projector, check that the power cable is connected securely at both ends, then press the Power button again to turn on the projector.

orange The projector is in sleep mode. You can unplug it to disconnect the power or

press the Power button to turn on the projector lamp.

flashing green

green The projector is operating normally.

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

warning

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

flashing orange

flashing red at 1-second intervals

red The projector is too hot. Turn it off and let it cool before using it. Also make

flashing orange

flashing red at 2-second intervals

The projector lamp is off and the projector is cooling down. Wait until the light stops flashing and then press the Power button to turn on the projector. (You can’t turn the projector on or unplug it when the light is flashing orange.)

The lamp cover is not closed securely or the lamp has burned out. Secure the lamp cover or replace the lamp; see page 48 for instructions.

sure nothing is blocking the projector’s air intake vent. If it continues to overheat, clean the air intake vent; see page 47 for instructions.

The projector lamp has turned off automatically because the projector has overheated. Let it cool for a few minutes, then turn it back on. Also make sure nothing is blocking the projector’s air intake vent. If it continues to overheat, clean the air intake vent; see page 47 for instructions.

There is an internal problem with the projector. Unplug it from the electrical outlet and contact EPSON for help.

Solving Problems

Image or Sound Problems

No image appears or the No Signal message is displayed.

■

Check that the lens cover is off. If the in sleep mode; press the

■

Your computer’s screen saver may be on. Press a key on the

Power

light is green and not flashing and the

Power

light is orange, the projector is

Power

button to wake it up.

computer keyboard.

■

The A/VMute feature may be turned on. Press the

A/VMute

button on the remote control to turn it off, if necessary.

■

Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1.

■

Make sure the correct image source is selected. Press the

Source

button on top of the projector if necessary.

■

Try restarting your computer. You may need to set the display to appear on both the LCD screen and the projector, or to switch between them. See page 25 and check your laptop documentation for instructions.

The Not Supported message is displayed.

The current video signal is not compatible with your projector. See page 62 for a list of compatible signals.

Solving Problems

The image isn’t square, but a trapezoid (keystone) shape.

This is caused by the projector not facing the screen squarely or by extending the projector’s legs to position the image. Position the projector to face the screen squarely or press and hold the + or – side

Keystone

of the squared-up.

button on top of the projector until the image is

Only part of the computer image is displayed.

■

If the computer’s output resolution setting is higher than

800

600 for the (EPSON PowerLite 50c) or 1024×768 for the (EPSON PowerLite 70c), the image is resized. If the computer output is not compatible with this resizing, choose a different display setting as follows:

Windows:

desktop, select

In Windows 95/98/Me/2000, right-click on the

Properties

, click the

Settings

tab, and select the resolution you want. In Windows 3.x, use Windows Setup in the Main program group. See Windows help for more information.

PowerBook or Macintosh:

Apple menu and then choose choose

Options

another 800

1024

768 (for the EPSON PowerLite 70c) setting. For more

and select

600 (for the EPSON PowerLite 50c) or

Macintosh Hi-Res Display

Choose

Monitors

Control Panels

under the

. In the Monitors screen,

information, see your PowerBook documentation. For supported display settings, see page 62.

■

You may need to modify existing presentation files if you created them for a different resolution. See your software manual for specific information.

The image or parts of it are blurred or out of focus.

■

Adjust the Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, and/or Gamma settings on the Video menu. If you’re viewing a computer image, also try adjusting the Tracking and Sync settings. See page 39 for instructions on using the menu.

When you change video settings, you should be able to see the effect on the screen immediately. Feel free to experiment. You can always select Reset to return to the factory default settings.

■

There may be dirt or smears on the lens. Clean the lens by gently wiping it with an alcohol-based cleaner on a soft cloth. See page 46 for more information.

■

Your video signal mode may not be detected automatically. Select

Manual

and then choose the correct signal for the Mode setting

on the projector’s Video menu; see page 38 for instructions.

Solving Problems

The image vibrates, flickers, or has vertical lines.

■

Adjust the Tracking and Sync settings on the Video menu (or through the projector’s Help system). It is best to project a full screen containing black text on a white background (such as a letter) when you adjust these settings. Hold down the button to change the setting until your image looks correct. See page 39 for instructions on using the Video menu.

■

Your video signal mode may not be able to be detected automatically. Select

Manual

and then choose the correct signal for the Mode setting on the projector’s Video menu; see page 38 for instructions.

The image quality is poor on a laptop computer.

The video signal may be split between the computer and the projector. Try turning off the laptop LCD display. See your laptop manual or on-screen help for instructions.

The colors of the image are not right.

■

If you’re displaying video, adjust the Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tint, and/or Gamma settings on the Video menu. See page 39 for instructions.

Solving Problems

■

If you’re displaying computer images, adjust the Brightness, Contrast, and/or Gamma settings on the Video menu. See page 39 for instructions. Also adjust the color temperature and RGB settings using the Color Setting option on the Advanced menu, as described on page 42. If necessary, you can also adjust your computer display settings to correct the color balance.

■

Check the current lamp life and replace the lamp, if necessary. See page 43 for instructions on checking the lamp usage using the projector’s About menu and page 48 for instructions on replacing the lamp.

There is no sound.

■

Press the right side of the

Volume

button on the remote control

to turn up the sound.

■

Press the

A/VMute

button on the remote control to make sure

this feature is not enabled.

■

Make sure the right source is selected. Press the

Source

button on

top of the projector to select the right source.

■

Make sure the volume on your computer or video source is not turned all the way down or muted. See your Windows or Macintosh online help for instructions. Also, make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1.

■

Make sure the correct Audio Input signal is selected on the projector’s Audio menu; see page 41 for instructions.

Problems with the Remote Control

The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands.

■

Make sure the remote control is turned on.

■

The remote control batteries may be low on power or inserted incorrectly. Check or replace them following the instructions on page 31.

■

Dim the room lights, turn off any fluorescent lights, and move the projector away from direct sunlight. Strong lighting, especially fluorescent lights, may affect the projector’s infrared receiver.

■

Turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant room heater.

■

Make sure you are within 32 feet of the projector and within a 30° horizontal or 15° vertical angle of the infrared receiver on the front of the projector.

■

If you’re having trouble using the remote control as a wireless mouse, make sure the mouse cable is securely connected to both ends. See Chapter 1 for details.

R/C switch

Solving Problems

Where To Get Help

f p

EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services and automated telephone services 24 hours a day, as listed in the following table:

Service Access

World Wide Web Technical Support

Automated Telephone Services

Presenters Online Access tips, templates, and training for developing successful presentations

From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s product support page at http://support.epson.com. After selecting your product, you can view frequently asked questions and answers, download product documentation, and receive technical advice through e-mail.

A variety of automated help services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To use these services, you must have a touch tone telephone and call (800) 922-8911.

at http://www.presentersonline.com

To use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the EPSON PrivateLine Support card included in your Owner’s Kit. This is the fastest way to speak to a live representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6

to 6PM,

Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the duration of your warranty period.

note

You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from EPSON by calling (800) 873-7766; in Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral. To purchase accessories online or view EPSON’s complete product catalog, visit the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). To see our

ull line of multimedia

rojectors, go to

www.epson.com/mul_proj.

Solving Problems

You may also speak to a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers (toll or long distance charges may apply):

■

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

■

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

Before you call, please have the following information ready:

■

Product name (EPSON PowerLite 50c or 70c)

■

Product serial number (located on the bottom of the projector)

■

Video source (computer, DVD player, etc.) and how it’s connected

■

Description of the problem

Technical Specifications

General

Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT)

Size of liquid crystal panels Diagonal: 0.7 inch (17.8 mm)

Lens F=1.5, f=26.3 mm

Focus adjustment Manual

Zoom ratio Digital 1.0 to 1.2, lens at maximum size,

Resolution 800 × 600 pixels (EPSON PowerLite 50c)

Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.7 million colors

Brightness (ANSI) 1000 lumens (EPSON PowerLite 50c)

Image size (diagonal) 2.3 to 25 ft (0.7 to 7.6 m)

Projection distance 3.3 to 36 ft (1 to 11 m) in Wide mode

100% to 83% (smallest)

1024 × 768 pixels (EPSON PowerLite 70c)

700 lumens (EPSON PowerLite 70c)

3.9 to 43.2 ft (1.2 to 13.1 m) in Tele mode

Projection methods Front, rear, upside-down (ceiling mount)

Internal speaker system 1W monaural

Optical aspect ratio 4:3 (horizontal:vertical), adjustable to 16:9

for HDTV, NTSC, PAL, and SECAM images

Keystone correction

angle

Supported video interface standards NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N,

EPSON Control Code ESC/VP Level 5

15°

PAL60, SECAM

Technical Specifications

Projection Lamp

Ty p e UH E ( U l t ra H i g h E f f i c i e n c y )

Power consumption 150 W

Lamp life About 1500 hours

Part number ELPLP13

Remote Control

Range 32.8 feet (10 meters)

Batteries Alkaline AA (2)

Mouse Compatibility

Supports PS/2, USB, and ADB

Dimensions

Height 3.9 inches (99 mm)

Width 11.9 inches (304 mm)

Depth 9.1 inches (232 mm)

Technical Specifications

Weight 6.8 lb (3.1 kg)

Electrical

Rated frequency 50/60 Hz

Power supply 100 to 120 VAC, 2.4 A

200 to 240 VAC, 1.2 A

Power consumption Operating: 220W

Standby: 12W

Environmental

Te m p e r a t u r e (non-condensing) Operating: 41 to 95° F (5 to 35° C),

Storage: 14 to 140° F (–10 to 60° C)

Humidity (non-condensing) Operating: 20 to 80% RH

Storage: 10 to 90% RH

Safety

United States FCC Part 15J Class B

UL1950 Rev. 3

Canada DOC SOR/88-475

CSA C22.2 No. 950 Rev. 3

CE Marking Directive 89/336/EEC

EN 55022 Class B EN 50082-1

Directive 73/23/EEC

EN 60950

Computer Connector Pin Assignments

The Computer port is a female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector.

Input pin Computer connector signals

1 Red video

2 Green video

3 Blue video

4 GND

5 GND

6 Red video GND

7 Green video GND

8 Blue video GND

9 Reserve

10 Synchronous GND

11 GND

12 SDA

13 Horizontal sync/composite sync

14 Vertical sync

15 SCL

Technical Specifications

Compatible Video Formats

The projector supports the video formats listed below. To project computer images, the computer’s video card must be set at a refresh rate (vertical frequency) that’s compatible with the projector.

Mode Resolution

PC (RGB) compatible modes

VGACGA VGAEGA

640 x 400 640 x 350

Frequency

H (KHz)V (Hz)

31.46

70 70

Pixel (MHz)

25.175

EPSON PowerLite 50c

800 x 500 * 800 x 437 *

EPSON PowerLite 70c

1024 x 640 * 1024 x 560 *

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

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

31.469

37.861

37.5

48.269

31.469

35.156

37.879

48.077

46.875

53.674

35.522

48.363

56.476

60.023

68.677

63.851

67.5

77.094 60 75

85.938

46.433

63.981

79.976

91.146

59.94

72.809 75

85.008

70.087

56.25

60.317

72.188 75

85.061

86.958

60.004

70.069

75.029

84.997

70.012 75

84.999 60 75

85.002

86.871

60.02

75.025

85.024

25.175

31.5

31.5 36

28.322

36 40 50

49.5

56.25

44.9 65 75

78.75

94.5

94.5 108

121.5 108 126

148.5

78.75 108 135

157.5

800 x 600 * 800 x 600 * 800 x 600 * 800 x 600 *

800 x 444 * 800 x 388 *

800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600

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 568 * 1024 x 497 *

1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 *

1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768

1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 960 x 768* 960 x 768* 960 x 768* 960 x 768*

MAC II 13 MAC16 MAC19-60 MAC19-75 MAC21

Technical Specifications

640 x 480 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 870

49.725

48.193

60.241

68.682

66.67

74.55

59.28

74.93

75.062

30.24

57.28 64 80 100

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 *

Frequency

Mode Resolution

PC (YUV) compatible modes

HDTV525I (D1) ** HDTV525P (D2) ** HDTV750P (D4) ** HDTV1125I (D3) ** HDTV1125I (D3) **

Video compatible modes

NTSC ** PAL ** SECAM **

* Resize mode (all others native mode)

** Select 4:3 or 16: 9 mode as the Aspect Ratio setting in the Video menu; see page 40 for instructions.

640 x 480 640 x 480 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080

640 x 480 720 x 540 720 x 540

H (KHz)V (Hz)

15.734

31.469 45

33.75

31.25

15.734

15.625

59.94

59.94 60 60

50.04

60 50 50

Pixel (MHz)

13.5 27

74.25

— — —

EPSON PowerLite 50c

800 x 600 * 800 x 600 * 800 x 450 * 800 x 450 * 800 x 450 *

800 x 600 * 800 x 600 * 800 x 600 *

EPSON PowerLite 70c

1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 576 * 1024 x 576 * 1024 x 576 *

1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 * 1024 x 768 *

Technical Specifications

Notices

This chapter includes safety instructions and other important information about your EPSON PowerLite.

Important Safety Instructions

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

■

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

■

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

■

Use attachments only as recommended.

■

Use the type of power source indicated on the projector. If you are not sure of the power available, consult your dealer or power company.

■

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

Placez le projecteur près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être débranchée facilement.

■

Insert the projector’s three-wire grounding-type plug into a properly grounded outlet. If you have a two-prong outlet, contact an electrician to replace it. Do not hold the plug with wet hands.

■

Take the following precautions for the plug. Failure to comply with these precautions could result in sparks or fire: Do not insert the plug into an outlet with dust present. Insert the plug firmly into the outlet.

■

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

Notices

■

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

■

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

■

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

■

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

■

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

■

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

■

Do not place the projector and remote control on top of heat-producing equipment or in a hot location.

Notices

■

Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If liquid has been spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed to rain or water. If it does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions, or if it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. If it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged.

■

If you use the projector in a country other than where you purchased it, use the correct power cable for that country.

Remote Control Information

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

■

There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR receiver on the projector.

■

Ambient light is too bright.

■

Certain types of fluorescent lighting are used.

■

A strong light source shines into the IR receiver.

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Other equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant room heater, is in the room.

These conditions commonly cause problems for most infrared-controlled equipment. Try the following:

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The remote control unit’s batteries may be low on power; replace them.

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Dim the ambient lighting and/or turn off any fluorescent lights.

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Close any window coverings and/or move the projector out of direct sunlight.

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Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy.

If the remote control still does not work properly, remember you can always control your computer-based presentation directly from the computer, even in an environment containing one of the conditions listed above.

Notices

Declaration of Conformity

According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15

Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers

We: EPSON AMERICA, INC. Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way

MS: 6-43 Long Beach, CA 90806-2469

Tel: (562) 290-5254

Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed, is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Trade Name: EPSON

Type of Product: LCD Projector

Model: PowerLite 50c and PowerLite 70c

Notices

FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

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

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

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the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

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

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

Notices

Index

A/V cable, 18 to 20 A/V Mute screen color setting, 42 A/VMute button, 34, 54, 57 About menu, 43 Accessories, 6 to 7, 58 Adobe Acrobat Reader, 2 to 3 Advanced menu, 42 Air intake vent, cleaning, 47 Arrow tool, 35 Aspect Ratio setting, 40 Audio

adjusting tone, 41 adjusting volume, 34, 41 cable, 11, 13, 15, 17 cable, stereo, 21 menu, 41

problems, 57 Audio Out jack, 21 Auto button, 27, 30 Auto Setup setting, 40

Bar tool, 35, 41 Bass, adjusting sound, 41 Batteries, remote control, 31 Blank screen, 25 to 27 Blurry image, 30, 55 Brightness setting, 39

Cable

A/V, 18 to 20

audio, 11, 13, 15, 17

computer, 10, 12, 14 to 16

mouse, 11, 13, 15, 17 Camcorder, connecting, 18 to 20 Case, cleaning, 46 CE Marking, 61

Ceiling, hanging projector from, 6, 8, 42 Cleaning

air intake vent, 47 lens, 46 projector, 46

Color

problems, 56

setting, 39 Color temperature setting, 42 Component video, connecting, 19 to 20 Computer

button, 25, 33

cable, 10, 12, 14 to 16

connecting Macintosh desktop, 16 to 18

connecting PC desktop, 12 to 13

connecting PC laptop, 10 to 12

connecting PowerBook, 14 to 15

connector pin assignments, 61 Connections, choosing, 9 Contrast setting, 39 Cursor Speed setting, 41 Cursor/Stamp tool, 35, 41

Declaration of Conformity, 68 Default settings, restoring, 44 Desktop PC, connecting, 12 to 13 Digital camera, connecting, 18 to 20 Dimensions, 60 Distance from projector to screen, 7 to 8 DVD player, connecting, 18 to 20

Effect menu, 41 Electrical specifications, 60 E-mail support, 58 Enter button, 28, 33, 38 Environmental specifications, 60

Index

EPSON

accessories, 6 to 7, 58 PrivateLine Support, 1, 3 to 4, 58 Store, 7

technical support, 3 to 4, 58 Error light, 47 to 49, 53 Esc button, 28, 33, 35, 38 External speakers, connecting, 21 E-Zoom button, 28

FCC statement, 69 Focusing image, 27, 55 Foot release levers, 29 Freeze button, 34

Gamma setting, 40

HDTV, connecting, 18 to 20 Help button, 32, 51 to 52 Help system, using, 51 to 52 Help, EPSON see EPSON Highlighting presentation, 35, 41 Horizontal bar tool, 35, 41 Humidity requirements, 60

Image

adjusting, 27 to 30, 39 to 40 blurry, 55 correcting shape, 54 focusing, 27, 55 height, adjusting, 29 help, 51 to 52 positioning, 29 to 30, 39 problems, 54 to 57 quality, 30 raising, 29 shape, adjusting, 30 size and distance from screen, 7 to 8 size range, 59 size, adjusting, 28 turning off, 34

zooming, 28 Input Signal setting, 40 Internet, 58

Keystone

button, 30, 54

setting, 42

Lamp

number of hours used, 43

replacing, 48 to 49

reset timer setting, 43

specifications, 60 Language setting, 42, 52 Laptop PC

connecting, 10 to 12

displaying on, 27 Laser disc player, connecting, 18 to 20 Lens cleaning, 46 Lights, status and warning, 53 Locating projector, 7 to 8 Lumens, 1, 59

Index

Macintosh

desktop, connecting, 16 to 18 mouse cable, 15, 17

PowerBook, connecting, 14 to 15 Manuals, 2 to 4 Menu button, 32, 38 Menus

About, 43

Advanced, 42

Audio, 41

Effect, 41

Reset All, 44

Setting, 42

using, 37 to 38

Video, 39 to 40 Mode setting, 40 Mouse cable, 11, 13, 15, 17

No Signal message, 25, 42, 54 Numbered buttons on remote control, 35

Options for the projector, 6 to 7

PA system, connecting, 21 Picture, Pin assignments, connector, 61 Positioning

image, 29 to 30, 39

projector, 7 to 8 Power

button, 24, 32, 36

consumption, 60

light, 24 to 25, 36, 53

management, 42

supply, 60

see

Image

PowerBook

connecting, 14 to 15

displaying on, 26 Presenters Online, 3, 58 PrivateLine Support, 1, 3 to 4, 58 Problems, see Troubleshooting Projector

choosing connections, 9

cleaning, 46

connecting to Macintosh desktop, 16 to 18

connecting to PC desktop, 12 to 13

connecting to PC laptop, 10 to 12

connecting to PowerBook, 14 to 15

connecting to video source, 18 to 20

distance from screen, 7 to 8

feet, 29

focusing, 27

hanging from the ceiling, 42

lamp specifications, 60

lights, 53

menu system, using, 37 to 38

options, 6 to 7

positioning, 7 to 8

positioning image, 39

problems, 53 to 57

shutting off, 36

software, 3

specifications, 59 to 63

status lights, 53

transporting, 50

turning on, 23 to 24

unpacking, 5

viewing information, 43 Prompt setting, 42 PS/2 mouse cable/port, 11, 13

Raising image, 29 RCA A/V cable, 18 to 20 Rear projection, 42 Registration, 4

Index

Remote control

connecting cable for wireless mouse, 11, 13,

15, 17 information, 67 installing batteries, 31 problems, 32, 57, 67 specifications, 60 turning on, 32 using, 31 to 33, 38 using as wireless mouse, 32 to 33

Replacing the lamp, 48 to 49 Reset All menu, 44 Reset Lamp Timer setting, 43 Resetting menu options, 38 Resizing

images, 28 problems, 55

Resolution

pixels, 1 PowerBook, selecting, 26 problems, 55 specifications, 59

Safety instructions, 45, 65 to 66 Screen, distance from projector, 7 to 8 Select button, 52 Setting menu, 42 Sharpness setting, 40 Shutting off projector, 36 SizeWise technology, 1 Sleep mode, 24, 36, 42 Software, 3 Sound

adjusting, 34, 41 help, 51 to 52 problems, 57 turning off, 34

Sound system, connecting, 21 Source, selecting, 25, 33 Speakers, connecting to, 21

Specifications

dimensions, 60 electrical, 60 environmental, 60 general, 59 lamp, 60 remote control, 60

safety, 61 Stamp tool, 35, 41 Status lights, 53 Stereo audio cable, 21 Stopping action, 34 Support, 3 to 4, 58 S-Video, 6, 19, 25, 33 Sync, 30, 39, 55

Technical support, 3 to 4, 58 Temperature

requirements, 60

warning light, 53 Tint setting, 39 Tone setting, 41 Tracking, 30, 39, 55 Transporting the projector, 50 Trapezoid image, 54 Treble, adjusting sound, 41 Troubleshooting

color problems, 56

image and sound problems, 54 to 57

projector problems, 53 to 57

remote control problems, 57 Turning off projector, 36 Turning on projector, 23 to 24

Unpacking projector, 5 USB mouse cable/port, 11, 13, 15, 17

Index

VCR, connecting, 18 to 20 Video

button, 25, 33 display settings, viewing, 43 menu, 39 to 40 problems, 54 to 57 source, connecting, 18 to 20 source, selecting, 25, 33

Volume

button, 34 setting, 41

Warning lights, 53 Warranty, 4 Wide/Tele button, 28 Wireless mouse, using remote control as,

32 to 33

World Wide Web, 58

Zoom ratio, 59 Zooming image, 28

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Epson PowerLite 50c, PowerLite 70c User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Welcome

Using Your Documentation

Reading This Manual Online

Getting More Information

Registration and Warranty

Unpacking the Projector

Additional Components

Optional Accessories

Positioning the Projector

Choosing Your Connections

Connecting to a Computer

Connecting to a PC Laptop

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer

Connecting to a PowerBook

Connecting to a Macintosh Desktop Computer

Connecting to Video Sources

Connecting the RCA A/V Video Cable

Connecting an S-Video Cable

Connecting a Component Video Cable

Connecting to External Speakers or a PA System

Turning On Your Equipment

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

Adjusting Your Image

Focusing Your Image

Adjusting the Image Size

Adjusting the Image Height

Adjusting the Image Shape

Adjusting the Image Quality

Using the Remote Control

Installing the Remote Control Batteries

Operating the Projector with the Remote Control

Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse

Controlling Audio and Video

Switching Between Picture Sources

Freezing the Picture

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

Adjusting Sound Volume

Highlighting Your Presentation

Using the Cursor/Stamp Arrow

Drawing a Horizontal Bar

Shutting Down the Projector

Using the menus

Changing Menu Settings

Adjusting the Image

Adjusting the Sound

Customizing the Highlighting Tools

Customizing Projector Features

Viewing Projector Information

Restoring the Default Settings

Cleaning the Lens

Cleaning the Projector Case

Cleaning the Air Intake Vent

Replacing the Lamp

Transporting the Projector

Using the On-Screen Help

Checking the Projector’s Lights

Image or Sound Problems

Problems with the Remote Control

Where To Get Help

General

Projection Lamp

Remote Control

Mouse Compatibility

Dimensions

Electrical

Environmental

Safety

Computer Connector Pin Assignments

Compatible Video Formats

Important Safety Instructions

Remote Control Information

Declaration of Conformity

FCC Compliance Statement

Index