Epson PowerLite 6110i User Guide

PowerLite® 6110i

Multimedia Projector

User’s Guide

Important Safety Information

WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes.
Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and
filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically
explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

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

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

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trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.

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service marks of Epson America, Inc.

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AMX is a trademark of AMX Corporation.

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The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

© 2007 Epson America, Inc. 9/07

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Contents

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Getting the Most from Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Setting Up the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting to Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting a Composite Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting an S-Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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

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

Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Connecting to the Computer Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Connecting an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Playing Sound Through the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Connecting Audio Equipment to the Projector . . . . . . . 27

Connecting External Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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Projecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Turning On Your Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Turning On the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Selecting the Image Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display

the Same Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Focusing and Zooming Your Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Adjusting the Height of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Adjusting the Image Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Correcting Computer Images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Using the Navigation Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Replacing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Controlling the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Stopping Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Zooming Your Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Changing the Image’s Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Highlighting Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Using the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Changing the Pointer Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Operating Two or More Projectors with the

Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Setting the Projector ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Setting the Remote Control ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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Configuring the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Using the Menu System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Adjusting Colors and Clarity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Adjusting the Input Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Selecting Projector Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Selecting Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Using the Projector’s Security Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Creating Your Own Screen Logo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Displaying Your Screen Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Setting a Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Protecting Projector Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Turning On Password Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Starting the Projector with a Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Disabling the Projector’s Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Monitoring the Projector Over a Network. . 73

Installing the Network Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Installing the Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Connecting to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Selecting Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Using Projector E-mail Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Using EMP Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Opening and Closing EMP Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Registering a Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Monitoring Your Projectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Using E-mail Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Using a Browser to Monitor the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

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Maintaining the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Cleaning the Lens Cover Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Cleaning the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Replacing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Resetting the Air Filter Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Resetting the Lamp Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Using On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Checking Projector Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

What To Do When the Lights Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information . . . . . . . . 97

Solving Problems with the Image or Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Solving Password Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Solving EMP Monitor Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Internet Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Speak to a Support Representative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Purchase Supplies and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Projector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

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Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Installing the Rear Cable Cover and Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

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Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

FCC Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

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Welcome

The PowerLite

your presentations are easy and trouble-free, whether you use it in the
classroom or conference room. When space is limited, you can project
against a surface less than two and one-half feet away. The projector’s
keystone correction function allows you to correct image distortion.
In addition, the PowerLite 6110i offers outstanding image quality,
with up to 3500 lumens of brightness, a resolution of 1024 × 768
pixels, and a 600:1 contrast ratio.

Your PowerLite projector can be connected to two computer video
sources at the same time, or four video sources. You can include an
independent sound channel for each source.

Use the remote control to take charge of your presentation. Freeze the
action or zoom in on part of the picture. You can also use the remote
as a pointer, or to draw on the screen.

With the projector’s Easy Management
Windows

To prevent unauthorized use of your PowerLite 6110i, you can assign
a password, create a user logo which is displayed at startup to identify
the projector, and disable the projector’s buttons through the
Operation Lock feature. For more information about security features,
see page 65.

®

6110i is a versatile projector designed to ensure that

™

software, you can use a

®

PC to remotely monitor and control the projector.

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Getting the Most from Your Projector

Depending on your presentation, you can take advantage of any or all
of these options:

■ Connecting to a notebook or other computer

If you want to connect the projector to a notebook or desktop

computer, see page 24. For additional presentation control, you

can connect an external monitor to view the presentation on your

computer simultaneously.

■ Connecting to video sources

You can connect a Blu-ray,™ HD-DVD,® or DVD player, VCR,

HDTV tuner, camcorder, laser disc player, digital camera, and

other video sources to your projector. See page 18 for

instructions.

■ Using the remote control

The remote control lets you switch from computer to video

sources, zoom in on part of your image, freeze or mute the

presentation, and adjust many other projector features. For

details, see Chapter 3.

■ Including sound in your presentation

If your presentation includes sound, you can connect an optional

audio cable to the projector to use the projector’s built-in speaker.

See page 27.

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Using Your Documentation

Your documentation includes a Quick Setup sheet, warranty
brochures, and an Epson

The Quick Setup sheet gives instructions for setting up and connecting
your projector to a notebook computer.

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.

■ Tips contain additional projection hints.

Getting More Information

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

■ presentersonline.com

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—and it’s free.

®

PrivateLine® Support card.

■ built-in help system

Press the Help button on the remote control or projector to get
quick solutions for common problems. See page 94 for details.

■ epson.com/support

Download FAQs (frequently asked questions) and e-mail your
questions to Epson support.

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 [phone] and enter the PIN on your PrivateLine
Support card. See page 106 for more information.

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Registration and Warranty

Your projector comes with a basic carry-in warranty. For details, see
the warranty brochure included with your projector.

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 Extra Care Road
Service brochure for details.

SM

Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment

To register, simply insert the projector CD and select

Product

epson.com/webreg

. Or you can register online at:

Register Your

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

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Unpacking the Projector

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

Projector Remote control and

batteries

Power cable VGA computer cable Cable cover

User’s Guide and

Projector Software CDs

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. See page 91 for transportation instructions.

Additional Components

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

■ To receive an S-Video signal, you’ll need an S-Video cable. One

may be provided with your video equipment, or you can purchase
one from Epson; see page 14.

■ To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video

device, you’ll need a component-to-VGA video cable. One may
be provided with your video equipment, or you can purchase one
from Epson; see page 14.

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Optional Accessories

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

Product Part number

Replacement lamp V13H010L45

High efficient air filter (standard)
Smoke filter

Ceiling mount
Suspension adapter
False ceiling plate
Adjustable ceiling channel
Security bracket/cabling

Kensington

Projection screens:
50-inch portable screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
60-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
80-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)

83.6-inch

S-Video cable
Component video cable, 9.8 ft (for mini D-Sub

15-pin/RCA×3)

Distribution amplifier ELPDA01

ELPDC05 high resolution document imager V12H162020

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security lock ELPSL01

hanging pull-down screen (4:3 aspect ratio)

V13H134A11
V13H134A12

ELPMBUNI
ELPMBAPL
ELPMBFCP
ELPMBACC
ELPMBSEC

ELPSC06
ELPSC07
ELPSC08
ELPSC09

ELPSV01
ELPKC19

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

Setting Up the Projector

This chapter gives you basic information on setting up the projector:

where to position it and how to connect it to a video source (such as a
VCR or DVD player) or to a notebook or desktop computer.

Follow the instructions in this chapter on:

■ Positioning the projector

■ Connecting to video equipment

■ Connecting to a computer

■ Connecting an external monitor

■ Playing sound through the projector

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note

You can mount the projector
on the ceiling, or place it
behind a translucent screen
for rear projection. See
page 109 for details.

Positioning the Projector

If you’re setting up the projector yourself and it isn’t already installed
in the classroom or conference room you’re using, you’ll probably
want to place it on a table in front of the screen, as shown on
page 17.low

This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and
remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to
leave as much space as possible between the projector and the screen to
get a good-size image.

Use the figure below to help you determine placement. Image size
increases with distance, but can vary depending on how you position
the zoom ring and whether you’ve adjusted the image with other
settings.

Distance from screen

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3 to 5 feet 6 to 9 feet 30 to 48 feet

Also keep these considerations in mind:

■ Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.

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

under the projector. Do not set the projector on top of loose

papers that could block the vents under the projector.

■ Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical

outlet or extension cord.

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

Projector

Screen

If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by
extending its feet. This causes the image to become “keystone” shaped,
but you can correct the distortion by pressing the or buttons
on the projector. See page 37 for detailed information about
correcting the image shape.

For instructions on installing the projector in a permanent location,
such as a classroom or conference room, see page 109.

note

After positioning the
projector, you may want to
connect a Kensington
MicroSaver
device to the lock port on the
projector’s left side. You can
purchase this from Epson;
see “Optional Accessories” on
page 14

You can also connect a
commercially available
anti-theft cable and lock to
the metal bar on the bottom
of the projector.

.

®

anti-theft

Setting Up the Projector 17

RCA connector
(composite video)

Connecting to Video Equipment

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

■ If your video player has a yellow RCA-style video output

connector, see “Connecting a Composite Video Source” on

page 19.

S-Video connector
(4-pin mini-DIN)

■ If your video player has an S-Video connector, see “Connecting

an S-Video Source” on page 20.

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

labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), see “Connecting a

Component Video Source” on page 21.

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

connector for a VGA-style monitor cable, or three connectors

labeled R/G/B), see “Connecting an RGB Video Source” on

page 22.

After connecting the video cables, you may also want to connect an
audio cable to play sound through the projector; see page 27.

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Connecting a Composite Video Source

1. Locate an RCA-style composite video cable (one may be included
with your video equipment).

2. Connect the cable to the yellow video output connector on your
player and the yellow

3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 27 for
instructions on connecting an audio cable.

Video connector on the projector:

4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see Chapter 2
or the Quick Setup sheet for instructions on turning on the
projector and adjusting the image.

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Connecting an S-Video Source

1. Locate an S-Video cable (one may have been provided with your
video equipment, or you can purchase one from Epson; see
page 14).

2. Connect the cable between the S-Video connector on your player
and the

3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 27 for
instructions on connecting an audio cable.

S-Video connector on the projector:

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4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see Chapter 2
or the Quick Setup sheet for instructions on turning on the
projector and adjusting the image.

Connecting a Component Video Source

1. Locate a component-to-VGA video cable (you can purchase one
from Epson; see page 14).

2. Connect the RCA end of the cable to your player and the VGA
end to the

3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 27 for
instructions on connecting an audio cable.

Computer1 port on the projector.

4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see Chapter 2
for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the
image.

5. Once the projector is turned on, enter the projector’s Signal menu
and make sure Computer1 is set to

Auto; see page 56.

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Connecting an RGB Video Source

Follow these instructions to connect the projector to a video player
that has an RGB video output port. Depending on the type of
connector on your player, you’ll need to use the appropriate cable:

■ If your player has a VGA-style connector, follow the steps below.

■ If your player has three BNC connectors labeled R/G/B, see

“Connecting Using a BNC-to-VGA Cable” on page 23.

Connecting Using a VGA-style Computer Cable

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

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

Computer1 port on the projector.

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3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 27 for
instructions on connecting an audio cable.

4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see Chapter 2
for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the
image.

5. Once the projector is turned on, enter the projector’s Signal menu
and make sure Computer1 is set to

Auto; see page 56.

Connecting Using a BNC-to-VGA Cable

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

2. Connect the BNC end of the cable to your player and the VGA
end to the

Computer1 port on the projector.

3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 27 for
instructions on connecting an audio cable.

4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see Chapter 2
or the Quick Setup sheet for instructions on turning on the
projector and adjusting the image.

5. Once the projector is turned on, enter the projector’s Signal menu
and make sure Computer1 is set to

Auto; see page 56.

Setting Up the Projector 23

note

If you connect a Windows­based computer to the
projector, you may see a
New Hardware Wizard
saying your computer has
found a plug-and-play
monitor; if so, click Cancel.

Connecting to a Computer

You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a
standard video output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC
and Mac notebook computers, and hand-held devices. You can
connect up to two computers at the same time to the
(standard VGA cable connection), see page 25.

After connecting to the computer, you may also want to:

Computer ports

note

If you want to connect an
external monitor to the

Monitor Out port, your

computer must be connected
to the Computer1 port.

■ connect a monitor to the projector so you can view your

presentation close-up as well as on-screen (not necessary if you’re
using a notebook); see page 26

■ connect an audio cable to play computer audio; see page 27

24 Setting Up the Projector

Connecting to the Computer Port

Follow these instructions:

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

2. Connect one end to the projector’s
end to your computer’s monitor port.

3. Optionally, you can connect an external monitor (see page 26),
and play sound through the projector (see page 27).

Computer port, and the other

caution

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

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

5. Once the projector is turned on, enter the projector’s Signal menu
and make sure Computer1 is set to

Auto; see page 56.

Setting Up the Projector 25

note

If you want to connect an
external monitor to the

Monitor Out port, your

computer must be connected
to the Computer1 port.

Connecting an External Monitor

If you want to monitor your presentation close-up (on a monitor
placed beside the projector) as well as on the screen, you can connect
an external monitor. You can use it to check on your presentation or
switch between picture sources, even if you’ve pressed the
button to turn off projection on the screen.

To attach an external monitor, connect it to the projector’s

Out

port, as shown:

External monitor

A/V Mute

Monitor

26 Setting Up the Projector

Follow these guidelines to view images on the monitor:

■ The monitor displays the image from the currently selected

computer source.

■ You can only view images on the monitor while the projector is

powered on.

Playing Sound Through the Projector

You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system, or you can
attach an external speaker system. (Attaching speakers to the projector
instead of directly to the audio source lets you use the projector’s
remote control to adjust the sound.)

Connecting Audio Equipment to the Projector

To play sound through the projector, follow these steps:

1. Obtain a commercially available stereo mini-jack or RCA-style
audio cable. Which cable you use depends on how your
equipment is connected:

■ If you have a computer connected to the Computer1,

Computer2, or S-Video port, use a stereo mini-jack cable.

■ If you have video equipment connected to the Video port,

use an RCA-style audio cable.

2. Connect the audio cable to the jack corresponding to the
connected video source.

Use with Computer2 inputUse with Computer1 input

Use with Video inputUse with S-Video input

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the audio-output connector
on your computer or video equipment.

Setting Up the Projector 27

Connecting External Speakers

To connect speakers to the projector, follow these steps:

1. Obtain the appropriate cable to connect your speakers.

Depending on your stereo system, you may be able to use a
commercially available audio cable with a stereo mini-jack
connector on one end, and pin jacks on the other end. For some
speaker systems, you may have to purchase a special cable or use
an adapter to connect to your speakers.

2. Connect the stereo mini-jack end of the audio cable to the

Out

port on the projector.

Audio

3. Connect the other end(s) of the cable to your speaker system. You
may need to use an adapter to make the connection.

The projector’s internal speaker system is disabled while sound is
output to the external speakers.

28 Setting Up the Projector

Projecting

Once you’ve set up the projector, you’re ready to turn it on, adjust

the image, and give your presentation.

Although you can operate the projector without it, the remote control
lets you use additional features. See Chapter 3 for instructions on
using the remote.

Follow the guidelines in this chapter for:

■ Turning the projector on and selecting the image source

■ Troubleshooting display problems

■ Adjusting the image

■ Adjusting the volume

2

■ Shutting down the projector

29

note

To shut down the projector,
see page 39. Shutting down
the projector correctly
prevents premature lamp
failure and possible damage
from overheating.

Turning On Your Equipment

Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described
in Chapter 1. Then follow the instructions below to start the projector
and display an image.

Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting
the projector. This lets the projector automatically detect and display
the image source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple
pieces of connected equipment, you may have to select the image
source manually (see page 32).

Turning On the Projector

Follow these steps to turn on the projector:

1. Plug one end of the power cable into the projector, and the other
end into a grounded electrical outlet.

30 Projecting

2. Wait until the PPower light stops flashing and turns orange.

Power light

3. Press the orange PPower button on top of the projector—or
press the P

Power button on the remote control.

(If this is your first time using the remote control, make sure the
batteries are installed; see page 43.)

Power button

The PPower light flashes green as the projector warms up, and
an image begins to appear. When the PPower light stops flashing
and remains green (in about 20 seconds) the projector is ready
for use.

note

If the Direct Power On
feature has been enabled,
you don’t need to press the

P

Power button to turn

the projector on. Just plug
the projector into an
electrical outlet. When the
P Power light stops flashing
and stays on, the projector is
ready to use.

warning

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

4. If you’ve connected a Windows-based computer to the projector,
you may see a New Hardware Wizard saying your computer has
found a plug-and-play monitor; if so, click

Cancel.

Projecting 31

Selecting the Image Source

note

To focus and adjust the
image, see page 35. If a
projected image fails to
appear, see page 33 for help.

Selecting the image source lets you switch between images input from
different pieces of equipment connected to the projector (such as a
computer or DVD player).

If you don’t see the image you want, select it using the

Search

button on the projector or the Source buttons on the

Source

remote control.

Source buttons work as follows:

The

■ Use the Source Search button to switch between equipment

connected to the

S-Video ports.

■ The remote control has four Source buttons. Use them to switch

Computer1, Computer2, Video, and

between equipment connected to the port identified on each
button.

Note that the

Computer1 and Computer2 ports can be set up to use

different input signals (for example, Analog RGB or RGB Video)—so
if you have equipment connected to one of these ports, it’s important
to make sure the correct signal is selected to match the equipment
you’re using. You can change the input signal settings using the
projector’s menu system; see page 56.

32 Projecting

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the No Signal message,
try the following:

■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in

Chapter 1.

■ Make sure the P Power light is green and not flashing.

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

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

Source Search button on the

Source buttons on remote

control to select the correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the
image to appear after pressing the button.)

■ If you’re using a PC notebook, press the function key on your

keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be
labelled
to hold down the

CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have

Fn key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for

the projector to sync up after changing the setting.

The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display the Same Image

If you’re projecting from a notebook, and you can’t see your image on
the screen and on your computer at the same time, follow these
guidelines.

No Signal

If you’re using a PC notebook:

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

between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at
the same time. It may be labelled
as . You may have to hold down the
it. Allow a few seconds for the image to appear after changing the
setting.

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

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

CRT/LCD or with an icon such

Fn key while pressing

Projecting 33

From the Control Panel, open the
Properties window, click the

Display utility. In the Display

Settings tab, then click Advanced.

The method for adjusting the settings varies by brand; you may
need to click a

Monitor tab, then make sure the external Monitor

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

If you’re using Mac OS X:

You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen
as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:

1. From the Apple menu, select

Displays.

2. Make sure the

3. Click the

Make sure
Mirror Displays
is checked

4. Make sure the

VGA Display dialog box is selected.

Arrange tab.

Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.

System Preferences, then select

Select the
VGA Display
dialog box

34 Projecting

Adjusting the Image

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

■ To focus or zoom your image, see below.

■ If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. See

page 36.

■ If the image isn’t square, see page 37.

■ If a computer image displays incorrectly, see page 38.

If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see Chapter 4.

Focusing and Zooming Your Image

Open the lens access door, then do the following:

■ Use the Focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image.

■ Use the Zoom ring on the projector to reduce or enlarge the

image. Move the tab toward the
toward the

T to decrease it.

W to increase the size, and

Focus ring

Zoom ring

If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the
projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the

E-Zoom

buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image.
See page 45 for instructions.

Projecting 35

Adjusting the Height of Your Image

If the image is too low on the screen, you can use the front adjustable
feet to raise it.

1. Lift the front of the projector and turn the front feet to adjust the
position of the projected image.

Turn to adjust
image height

2. If necessary, you can fine-tune the height by turning the
projector’s front feet without lifting the front of the projector.

Raising the projector causes the image to become “keystone” shaped,
but you can correct the distortion by pressing the or buttons
on the projector as described in the next section.

36 Projecting

Adjusting the Image Shape

In most cases, you can maintain a square or rectangular image by
placing the projector directly in front of the center of the screen with
the base of the lens level with the bottom of the screen.

If the projector is slightly tilted (within a range of 30° up or down),
you can use the
projector’s Keystone menu (see “Using Keystone Correction” on
page 37) to correct vertical keystone distortion.

If your image is shaped like or , you’ve placed the projector off
to one side of the screen at an angle. Place it directly in front of the
center of the screen, facing the screen squarely.

Using Keystone Correction

To adjust your image when it is wider on the top or bottom, do the
following:

■ Press the or buttons on the projector until you are

satisfied with the shape of the image.

Keystone keys on the projector’s control panel or the

Corrected imageProjector tilted up Projector tilted down

note

The image will be slightly
shorter after adjusting.

Keystone
buttons

Projecting 37

note

You must be projecting an
image for this button to have
any effect. The
works only with computer
images.

Auto button

■ Or press the Menu button on the remote control, select the

Settings menu, and press Enter. From the Settings menu, select
Keystone and press Enter. Use the pointer button on the

remote control to adjust the keystone setting as needed.

Correcting Computer Images

If you’re connected to a computer and the image doesn’t look right,
press the
on the projector’s control panel). This automatically resets the
projector’s tracking, sync, resolution, and position settings.

If vertical stripes appear in the projected image and the
doesn’t correct the problem, adjust the projector’s Tracking setting.
See page 102 for instructions.

Auto button on the remote control (or the Enter button

Auto button

Make sure Auto Setup is
turned on to adjust the
source automatically; see
page 57.

note

You can also adjust the
volume using the projector’s
menu system. See page 59.

If the image appears fuzzy or flickers and the

Auto button doesn’t

correct the problem, adjust the projector’s Sync setting. See page 102
for instructions.

Adjusting the Volume

You can use the buttons on the remote control or projector to increase
or decrease the volume for the projector’s built-in speaker or an
external speaker system connected to the projector. Press the
button to increase the volume, or the button to decrease it.

38 Projecting

Shutting Down the Projector

When you’re finished using the projector, follow the steps below to
shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and protects the
projector from possible overheating.

1. Turn off and disconnect any equipment plugged into the
projector.

2. To turn off the projector, press the P

Power button

3. When the P Power light is steady orange, you can unplug the
projector.

With Epson’s exclusive Instant Off
cool-down period. When you’re done, just unplug the projector
and it’s ready to travel.

Power button twice.

®

technology, there’s no

note

When the projector has not
received any input signals
for 30 minutes, it
automatically turns off the
projector lamp and enters
“sleep mode.” This conserves
electricity, cools the
projector, and extends the
life of the lamp. If you want
to start projecting again,
press the P
If you are done using the
projector, unplug the power
cord. To turn off sleep mode,
see page 61.

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

Power button.

caution

To avoid damaging the
projector or lamp, never
unplug the power cord when
the P Power light is green
or flashing orange.

Projecting 39

40 Projecting

note

p

For information and
resources to help you give
the most professional

resentation, be sure to visit

presentersonline.com.

3

Using the Remote Control

The remote control lets you access your projector’s features from

anywhere in the room—up to 33 feet away. For example, you can turn
the projector on and off, preview and switch between picture sources,
turn off picture and sound, freeze the presentation, zoom in on a
portion of your image, and access the menu system. (The projector
menus let you adjust many projector settings; see Chapter 4).

This chapter covers:

■ Using the remote control

■ Controlling the picture and sound

■ Highlighting your presentation

■ Operating two or more projectors with the remote control

41

Using the Remote Control

note

If a button is pressed longer
than 60 seconds, the remote
control stops operating to
conserve power. When you
release the button, normal
operation resumes.

note

The projector has equivalent
buttons that you can use on
its control panel:

Before using the remote, make sure batteries are installed as described
on page 43. Then, refer to the tips below:

■ Point the remote control either at the front or back of the

projector, or at the screen.

■ Stand within about 30 feet of the projector.

■ Avoid using the remote under bright fluorescent lamps or in

direct sunlight, or the projector may not respond properly.

Using the Navigation Buttons

The remote control has various buttons that let you navigate the
projector’s help and menu systems; they also let you use the drawing
tools to highlight your presentation.

Pointer button
(controls pointer
movement)

Menu

button

Arrow buttons

Esc

button

Enter button

42 Using the Remote Control

Enter button

Esc button

For details on using the buttons to control specific features, see the
following sections:

■ to navigate the projector’s menu system, see page 52

■ to use the projector’s help system, see page 94

■ to highlight your presentation, see page 46

Replacing the Batteries

The remote control uses two AAA alkaline batteries. Follow these
steps when you need to replace them:

1. Press in the tab to remove the battery cover.

2. Remove the old batteries, then insert the new ones as shown.

caution

When replacing batteries,
take the following
precautions:

■ Replace the batteries as

soon as they run out. If the
batteries leak, wipe away
battery fluid with a soft
cloth. If fluid gets on your
hands, wash immediately.

■ Do not expose batteries to

heat or flame.

■ Dispose of used batteries

according to local
regulations.

■ Remove the batteries if

you won’t be using the
projector for a long period of
time.

3. Replace the battery cover. (It should click into place.)

Using the Remote Control 43

Controlling the Picture and Sound

p

note

You can use the projector’s
menus to fine-tune the

icture and sound quality as

described in Chapter 4.

Source buttons

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

Switching Between Picture Sources

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

■ On the projector’s control panel, there is a Source Search

button. Press the button to switch between equipment connected
to the

Computer1, Computer2, Video, and S-Video ports.

■ On the remote control, there are four Source buttons. Use them

to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on
each button.

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

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

You can use the A/V Mute button on the remote control to turn off
the image and sound and darken your screen. (If you’ve connected an
external monitor to the projector, it will continue displaying.) This
feature is useful if you want to temporarily redirect your audience’s
attention without the distraction of a bright screen.

■ To turn off the picture, press the A/V Mute button. The screen

goes dark.

■ To turn the image back on, press the button again.

You can also have an image, such as a company logo, display on the
screen whenever you press the

44 Using the Remote Control

A/V Mute button (see page 60).

Stopping Action

You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video or
computer image.

■ Press the Freeze button to stop the action and keep the current

image on the screen. The sound continues.

■ Press the Freeze button again to restart it.

Zooming Your Image

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

1. Press the

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

E-Zoom button on the remote control.

note

This function pauses the
image, but not the sound.
Also, because the source
continues to transmit
signals, you won’t resume
the action from the point
you paused it.

2. Use the pointer button to position the cross-hair.

3. Continue pressing the

E-Zoom button to enlarge the selected

area up to 4×.

4. While the image is enlarged, you can:

■ Use the pointer button to pan about.

■ Press the E-Zoom button to zoom out.

5. When done, press the

ESC button to return to the original size.

Using the Remote Control 45

Changing the Image’s Aspect Ratio

If you’re projecting a widescreen format image, you can use the

Aspect button on the remote control to change the aspect (width to

height) ratio from

4:3.

You can change video images to

(Up)

or 16:9 (Down) (to accommodate subtitles or supertitles).

You can change computer images to

Normal.

Press the

You can also change the aspect ratio using the projector’s Signal
menu. See page 56 for details.

Aspect button again to cycle through the available options.

16:9 (widescreen format), or 16:9

16:9 (widescreen format) or

Highlighting Your Presentation

You can display a pointer to call out something on the screen or
emphasize particular points. There are three pointer shapes you can
choose from.

Using the Pointer Tool

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

46 Using the Remote Control

Pointer

If you prefer to use a different pointer, see page 47 for instructions
on changing the pointer shape.

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

3. When you’re done using the pointer, press the
button on the remote control.

Pointer or Esc

Changing the Pointer Shape

Follow the steps below to change the pointer shape.

1. Press the

Settings menu, and press Enter.

You see this screen:

2. Highlight

3. Select the pointer you would like to use, then press
select it.

4. When you have finished selecting a pointer shape, press the
button to exit the menu system.

Menu button on the remote control, highlight the

Pointer Shape and press Enter.

Enter to

Menu

Operating Two or More Projectors with the Remote Control

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

Using the Remote Control 47

Setting the Projector ID

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

note

If you’re using a remote
control ID other than the
default ID of zero, you have
to set the ID each time you
turn on the projector.

1. Press the

Menu button on the remote control. You see the

projector’s menu screen.

2. Select

Extended > Projector ID.

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

Enter to select it.

4. When done, press

Menu to exit the menu system.

Setting the Remote Control ID

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

1. Point the remote control at the projector you want to be able to
operate.

2. Press and hold the

ID button on the remote control.

48 Using the Remote Control

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

After setting the ID, you can check whether the remote control works
with a specific projector:

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

2. Press the

ID button on the remote control. You see a message on

the screen like one of these:

If the message says the remote control is “On,” then you can use
the remote control to operate that projector. If it says “Off,” then
you have to change the ID of the remote control and/or projector
before operation is possible.

Using the Remote Control 49

50 Using the Remote Control

Configuring the Projector

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

sound, and other features. This chapter covers the following
information:

■ Using the menu system

■ Adjusting color and clarity

■ Adjusting the input signal

■ Customizing projector features

■ Selecting projector setup options

■ Selecting network settings

■ Viewing lamp usage and other information

4

■ Using the projector’s security features

51

Using the Menu System

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

note

You can also use the buttons
on the projector to access the
menu system:

Menu

button

Esc

button

1. To display the menu screen, press the

Menu button.

You see a menu screen similar to the one shown below (the
settings may differ from those shown here, depending on the
selected input source):

Options

Menu list

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

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

Enter button to

select it.

Arrow buttons

Enter button

52 Configuring the Projector

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

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

have to press the

Enter button to see a sub-screen for changing

the setting.

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

a slider bar.

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

button to highlight the desired setting, then press

Enter.

5. After changing the settings, press the

Esc button to save your

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

You can also press the

Menu button to exit the menu system.

Restoring the Default Settings

You can use the menu system’s Reset options to restore the factory­default settings for:

■ all the settings listed in a specific menu

■ all the settings in all menus

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

Reset

Reset All

Reset, and confirm as needed.

note

Reset All does not reset the

Computer Inputs, User’s
Logo, Language, Screen ID,
Network, or Lamp settings.
To reset the User’s logo and
Language settings, use the
Reset option on the
Extended menu.

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

Reset menu, then select Reset All.

Configuring the Projector 53

Adjusting Colors and Clarity

The Image menu lets you make adjustments to the colors of the
projected image and fine-tune brightness, contrast, and sharpness.
The options available depend on which image source is selected.

1. Press the

Enter button to select the Image menu.

Menu button on the remote control, then press the

You see the Image menu screen. (The actual settings may vary,
depending on the selected input source. The Image menu below is
for a component video, composite video, or S-Video source.)

2. Use the pointer button to highlight menu items, then press
the

Enter button to select from any of the following options:

■ Color Mode

Corrects the vividness of image color. You can select from the
following six settings:

54 Configuring the Projector

Text: For black-and-white presentations in a bright room.

Photo: For displaying still photos in vivid color and high

contrast in a bright room.

Sports: For watching TV in a bright room.

Presentation: For presentations in a bright room.

Theatre: For optimizing movie images with natural color in a

dark room.

Game: For playing video games in a bright room.

For projecting standard sRGB computer displays.

sRGB:

Blackboard: Fixed color mode for projecting against a green

blackboard.

■ Brightness

Lightens or darkens the overall image.

■ Contrast

Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas.

■ Color Saturation

Adjusts the depth or intensity of the image colors.

■ Tint

Adjusts the tint of the image (not available for RGB video
images).

■ Sharpness

Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

■ Color Adjustment

Adjusts the temperature and intensity of red, green, and blue.

3. When the image is set correctly, press
are automatically saved.

Esc or Menu. Your settings

note

The Brightness setting
changes the opacity of the
projector’s LCD panels. You
can also adjust the
brightness of the lamp itself.
Select

Brightness Control

in the Settings menu, then
choose

High or Low (the

default setting is
Selecting the low brightness
setting extends the life of the
lamp (see page 114).

High).

Configuring the Projector 55

Adjusting the Input Signal

1. Press the Menu button on the remote control, highlight Signal,
then press the

You see one of the following screens:

Computer (analog RGB) and RGB video

Enter button to select the Signal menu.

56 Configuring the Projector

Component video

Composite video and S-Video

2. Use the pointer button to highlight menu items, then press
the

Enter button to select from any of the following options:

■ Auto Setup (computer images)

Leave this setting

On to automatically optimize the computer

image when you switch to a computer source. Turn it
you want to save adjustments you have made to the video
settings below.

■ Tracking (computer images)

Removes unwanted vertical lines from a computer image by
matching the projector’s internal clock to various computer
signals. See page 102 for more information about adjusting
the tracking setting.

■ Sync. (computer images)

Corrects fuzziness or screen flicker by synchronizing the
projector with the tracking signal sent from the computer.
See page 102 for more information about adjusting the sync.
setting.

■ Position

Use the pointer button to move the image on the screen
left, right, up, or down.

■ Progressive

Leave this setting On when viewing S-Video or composite
video so that interlaced-to-progressive conversion is carried
out (best for fast-moving pictures). If you notice flickering
while viewing still images, switch this setting to

Off.

Off if

note

You can also use the remote
control’s
automatically reset the
projector’s tracking, sync,
and position settings.

Auto button to

■ Computer1 Input

Selects the signal from equipment connected to the

Computer1 port. If your image colors look wrong, try

changing this setting to

Auto, or to Component Video for

component video sources.

■ Computer2 Input

Selects the signal from equipment connected to the

Computer2 port. If your image colors look wrong, try

changing this setting from
RGB video sources, or to

Auto to RGB for computer or

Component Video for component

video sources.

Configuring the Projector 57

■ Video Signal (composite and S-Video)

Leave this setting at
system (select

■ Aspect (video)

Auto unless you are using a 60-Hz PAL

PAL60).

Sets the image’s aspect ratio (ratio of width to height). Select

4:3 for normal computer content, 4:3 for letterbox video

content,

16:9 (Down) for video content with subtitles or supertitles.

16:9 for widescreen video content, or 16:9 (Up) or

3. When you’re finished, press

Esc or Menu.

Customizing Projector Features

The Settings menu lets you customize the way you use the projector,
from adjusting lamp brightness and speaker volume to changing the
shape of the pointer.

1. Press the

Settings, then press the Enter button to select the Settings menu.

2. Use the pointer button to highlight menu items, then press
the

Menu button on the remote control, highlight

Enter button to select from any of the following options:

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■ Keystone

Adjusts a distorted image from a trapezoid shape to
rectangular when the projector is tilted up or down.

■ Operation Lock

In Full Lock mode, disables all of the projector’s buttons,
including the P Power button. In

Partial Lock mode,

disables all of the projector’s buttons except the P Power
button. Changes to this setting take effect after you restart the
projector. (After you turn off the projector, wait for the
P Power light to turn solid orange before turning it
on again.)

■ Pointer Shape

Lets you select from three different pointer shapes. The
Password Protect function must be cancelled first. See
page 70.

■ Brightness Control

Allows you to select Low lamp brightness when the
projection is too bright for the room. The Low setting also
reduces electricity consumption and fan noise. Select
to project at the maximum brightness. (Also check the
Brightness setting in the Image menu; see page 55.)

■ Volume

Adjusts the volume for the projector’s speaker or an audio
system connected to the projector.

High

note

To cancel the Operation
Lock function from the
projector, press the
button for about seven
seconds.

Enter

■ RCA Audio Input

Lets you change the L-Audio-R audio port as the input for
the Video port or S-Video port. Select
port for the Video port. Select
for the S-Video port.

■ Remote Receiver

Select Off to disable the remote control receivers on the
projector to prevent interference from fluorescent lighting or
other sources. Or enable specific receivers using the following
settings:

■ Test Pattern

Front/Rear, Front, or Rear.

Allows you to adjust the projector without a video source.
While the test pattern is displayed, you can make Zoom,
Focus, and Keystone adjustments.

3. When you’re finished, press

Video to use the RCA

S-Video to use the RCA port

Esc or Menu.

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Selecting Projector Setup Options

Use the Extended menu to customize the way you set up the
projector. You can configure the projector for rear and/or ceiling
projection, change the language for the menus and messages, set the
screen background color, capture and store a custom image or logo for
the startup screen, and set up the projector for network use.

note

The Startup Screen option
cannot be turned off if the
User’s Logo Protect feature
has been turned on. See
page 70.

1. Press the

Extended, then press the Enter button to select the Settings

Menu button on the remote control, highlight

menu.

2. Use the pointer button to highlight menu items, then press
the

Enter button to select from any of the following options:

■ Display

Messages:

Display Background: Sets the screen background to Black,
Blue, or Logo when the projector isn’t receiving a video

Lets you turn screen messages On and Off.

signal.

Startup Screen: Enables or disables display of the startup

screen when the projector is turned on.

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A/V Mute: Sets the screen background to Black, Blue, or
Logo when the A/V Mute button is pressed.

Closed Caption: Lets you select from the following closed

caption settings:

TEXT3, or TEXT4.

Off, CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, TEXT1, TEXT2,

■ User’s Logo

Turn this setting On to display the image or logo you have
captured whenever the projector is turned on. See page
page 66 for more information.

■ Projection

Projector is in front of the screen.

Front:

Front/Ceiling: Projector is in front of the screen, mounted

upside-down from the ceiling.

Rear: Projector is behind the screen.

Rear/Ceiling: Projector is behind the screen, mounted

upside-down from the ceiling.

■ Operation

Direct Power On:

When this feature is enabled, projection

starts as soon as you plug in the power cord. You don’t have
to press the P

Sleep Mode: When this feature is enabled, the projector’s

Power button.

lamp automatically turns off when the projector has not
received any input signals for more than 30 minutes. This
conserves electricity, cools the projector, and extends the life
of the lamp. To resume projecting, press the P

Power

button.

Sleep Mode Timer: When the Sleep Mode setting is

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

High Altitude Mode: Turn this setting On when using the

projector above an altitude of 4,921 feet (1,500 meters). This
setting ensures that the internal temperature of the projector
is regulated properly. Turn this setting off for lower
elevations.

■ Standby Mode

Select Network On to use the network monitoring and
control functions while the projector is in standby mode (the
P Power light is orange).

note

When Direct Power On is
enabled, press the P
button to turn the projector
off, wait until the P Power
light remains solid orange,
then unplug the projector.

Power

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■ Air Filter Setting

Alarm Timer:

Lets you turn the air filter replacement
notification on or off. If you are using the smoke air filter,
make sure this setting is turned

Timer: Lets you change the amount of time the projector

On.

waits before displaying the air filter replacement notification.

Clean Notice: When this setting is enabled, the projector

displays a message when the air filter is clogged with dirt or
dust.

Clean Notice Timing: Lets you select from five intervals at

which the cleaning notice is displayed. If the projector is
being used in a dusty environment, set this setting to

(Early)

■ Projector ID

.

Lets you assign a numeric ID to each projector. When you are
using multiple projectors, you can use the ID to select the one
you want to operate with the remote control. See page 47 for
instructions.

■ Multi-screen

Screen ID:

Lets you set individual IDs for multiple projectors
when performing Image Correction adjustments. This allows
you to use one remote control for all of the projectors. To
select a projector, press and hold the

Num button on the

remote control while pressing the number button that
corresponds to the projector’s Screen ID.

Level 1

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Image Correction

Adjustment Level:

Select each Adjustment Level (1 to 5)
one at a time and adjust the Brightness Correct and Color
Correct settings until the projected images match on all of
the projectors.

Brightness Correct: Lets you adjust the difference in

brightness for each projector.

Color Correct: Lets you adjust the difference in color for

each projector.

■ Language

Lets you select the language to be used for the projector
menus.

3. When you’re finished, press

Esc or Menu.

Selecting Network Settings

For information connecting the projector to a network and
monitoring the projector over a network, see “Monitoring the
Projector Over a Network” on page 73.

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Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information

Use the Info menu to view information about the display settings of
your computer and video devices and the number of hours the lamp
and filter have been used.

1. Press the

You see one of the following menus:

Menu button on the remote control and highlight Info.

Computer (analog RGB, RGB video, and component video)

note

The lamp usage timer
doesn’t register until you’ve
used the lamp for at least
10 hours.

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Video (composite and S-Video)

■ Lamp Hours

Displays the number of hours the lamp has been used. The
life span of the lamp is about 4000 hours in High or Low
brightness mode. If the number shown is close to 4000 or the
information is displayed in red, make sure you have a spare
lamp handy.

■ Air Filter

Displays type of air filter and the number of hours it has
been used.

■ Source

Displays the input source currently being used.

■ Input Signal (computer, RGB video, and component video)

Displays the input signal currently being used.

■ Resolution (computer, RGB video, and component video)

Displays the input resolution currently being used.

■ Refresh Rate (computer, RGB video, and component video)

Displays the refresh rate.

■ Sync Info (computer, RGB video, and component video)

Displays information that may be needed by a service
technician.

■ Video Signal (composite and S-Video)

Displays the video signal format currently being used.

■ Status

Displays information about errors that have occurred in the
projector. This information may be needed by a service
technician.

note

The air filter usage timer
doesn’t register until you’ve
used the filter for at least
10 hours.

Using the Projector’s Security Features

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

■ Create an identifying user logo that is displayed at startup and/or

when the A/V Mute button is pressed

■ Assign a password that’s required to be entered every time the

projector is turned on; this can be disabled for a set period of time
if you want to loan the projector to someone

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

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

Configuring the Projector 65

note

If you should happen to
enable the password before
you set one and you see the
prompt to enter the
password, enter the default
password 0000 to proceed.

If you assign the projector a password, a screen appears requesting the
password whenever the projector is turned on. If you enter the
password incorrectly three times in succession, the projector’s
operation is locked and you’ll need to disconnect the power cord, then
reconnect it to redisplay the password screen. If an incorrect password
is entered 30 times in a row, the projector is locked and you’ll need to
contact Epson to unlock it. See “Where To Get Help” on page 106.

If someone else will be using the projector for awhile but you want to
make sure the person returns it by a certain time, you can temporarily
disable the password for a set period of time. When that time has
elapsed, the password is reactivated and must be entered before the
projector can be used.

When you enable the Operation Lock feature, all of the projector’s
buttons are disabled except the P

Power button.

Creating Your Own Screen Logo

You can transfer any image on your computer to the projector, and
then use it as the startup screen and/or the screen that is displayed
when you press the A/V Mute button. The image can be a company
logo, slogan, photograph, or any other image you want to use. The
projector considers this image the User’s Logo.

66 Configuring the Projector

If you create a user’s logo for the projector, you can lock the logo on so
it is displayed as the startup screen and/or A/V Mute screen.
Unauthorized users cannot turn it off or change it. This feature is
intended to discourage theft and provides a way to identify the
projector should it be stolen.

Follow the steps below to capture the image and transfer it to
the projector:

1. Display the image you want to use on the projector. You can use
an image from either a computer or video source, such as a VCR.

2. Press the

Extended, then press the Enter button.

Menu button on the remote control, highlight

3. Use the pointer button to highlight User’s Logo, then press
the

Enter button.

note

If the User’s Logo Protect
function is enabled, you see
a message that the logo
cannot be recorded. You’ll
need to disable the User’s
Logo Protect function before
you can create or change the
User’s Logo. See page 70.

4. When you see the message

Logo?

, select Yes and press Enter. A selection box displays over

Choose this image as the User’s

the image.

5. Use the pointer button on the remote control to select the
area of the image you want to use. Once you have selected the
area, press

6. When you see the message
press

Enter.

Select this image?, choose Yes and

Enter.

If you want to change the area selected, select
repeat steps 4 through 6.

No, press Enter and

Configuring the Projector 67

7. When you see this screen, select a zoom rate (display size), and
press

Enter.

note

Once you’ve saved a User’s
Logo, you cannot reset the
logo setting to its factory
default (no logo).

note

If the User’s Logo Protect
feature has been enabled, the
Display Background setting
cannot be changed. You will
need to turn the protect
function off first. See
page 70 for details.

8. When you see the message

Logo?

, select Yes and press Enter. Saving the logo takes a few

Save this image as the User’s

moments. Do not use the projector or other sources (computer,
video, etc.) while the logo is being saved.

9. When you see the message

Completed, press Esc.

Displaying Your Screen Logo

Follow the steps below to display your logo when there is no signal,
when the projector is turned on, and when the A/V Mute button
is pressed:

1. Press the
menu, and press

2. To display your logo when the projector is not receiving a video
signal, select

3. Select

4. Press the
Display menu.

5. To display your logo when the projector is turned on, select

Startup Screen and press Enter.

Menu button on the remote control, select the Display

Enter.

Display Background and press Enter.

Logo and press Enter.

Esc button on the remote control to return to the

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6. Select

On, then press the Enter button.

7. Press the
Display menu.

Esc button on the remote control to return to the

8. To display your screen logo when the A/V Mute button is
pressed, select

A/V Mute and press Enter.

9. Select

10. When you’re finished, press the

Logo and press Enter.

Menu button on the remote

control to exit the menu system.

Setting a Password

Follow the steps below to set a password for the projector.

1. Press and hold down the
until you see the Password Protect menu:

2. Select

Password and press Enter.

3. When you see the
and press

Enter.

Freeze button on the remote control

Change the password? message, select Yes

note

If a password has already
been set, you’re prompted for
a password when entering
the Password Protect menu.
To enter the password, see
“Starting the Projector with
a Password” on page 72.

4. Press and hold down the

Num key on the remote control while

you use the numeric keypad to enter a 4-digit password.

The password will be displayed as

****. After you enter the last

digit, a confirmation screen appears. Enter the password again.

5. After you are finished setting the password, press the

Menu

button to exit to the Password Protect menu.

Make a note of the password and keep it in a safe place in case you
forget it.

Configuring the Projector 69

note

If you are prompted for a
password. Press and hold
down the
remote control while you use
the numeric keypad to enter
the password.

If you enter the password
incorrectly three times in
succession, the projector’s
operation is locked and
you’ll need to turn it off and
disconnect the power cord,
then reconnect it. If an
incorrect password is entered
30 times in succession, the
projector is locked and you’ll
need to contact Epson to
unlock it. See “Where To
Get Help” on page 106.

Num key on the

Protecting Projector Settings

You can password protect the User’s Logo and Network settings to
prevent them from being changed. Make sure you’ve set a password
for the projector as described on page 69, then follow the steps below:

1. Press and hold down the
Password Protect menu.

2. To protect your logo from being changed or disabled, select

User’s Logo Protect and press Enter.

3. Select

On and press Enter.

4. To protect your network settings from being changed, select

Network Protect and press Enter.

5. Select

On and press Enter.

Freeze button until you see the

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6. Press

Menu to exit the Password Protect menu.

If you lose the remote control, you will not be able to enter the
password, so keep the remote control in a safe place at all times.

Turning On Password Protection

If you enable the Power On Protect setting, a screen appears
requesting the password whenever the projector is turned on.

Make sure that you’ve set a password for the projector as described on
page 69. Then follow the steps below:

1. Press and hold down the
Password Protect menu:

2. Select

Power On Protect and press Enter. Then select On and

press

Enter.

Freeze button until you see the

note

If you are prompted for a
password, press and hold
down the
remote control while you use
the numeric keypad to enter
the password.

If you enter the password
incorrectly three times in
succession, the projector’s
operation is locked and
you’ll need to turn it off and
disconnect the power cord,
then reconnect it. If an
incorrect password is entered
30 times in succession, the
projector is locked and you’ll
need to contact Epson to
unlock it. See “Where To
Get Help” on page 106.

Num key on the

3. Press

Menu to exit the Password Protect menu.

If you lose the remote control, you will not be able to enter the
password, so keep the remote control in a safe place at all times.

Configuring the Projector 71

Starting the Projector with a Password

When the password function is enabled, you see a password entry
screen when you turn on the projector.

Press down the

Num button on the remote control as you use the

numeric keypad buttons to enter the password. Once you have
entered the password correctly, the password screen closes, and
projection begins.

If the password is not correct, you see the message

Please try again.

succession, you see the message

locked. Request code xxxxx

If you enter an incorrect password three times in

The projector’s operation will be

and the projector switches to standby

Wrong password.

mode for approximately 5 minutes. Write down the request code.
Then disconnect the projector’s power cord from the electrical outlet,
reconnect it, and turn the projector back on.

When you see the password prompt again, you can try to re-enter the
correct password.

If you have forgotten the password, contact Epson with the request
code number that appears in the Password Protect Release screen for
assistance. See “Where To Get Help” on page 106.

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

note

To cancel the Operation
Lock, press the projector’s

Enter button on the

projector for seven seconds.

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Disabling the Projector’s Buttons

When you enable the Operation Lock function, all of the projector’s
buttons are disabled except for the P

1. Press the

Settings, then press the Enter button.

2. Select

3. Select

Partial Lock to lock all of the buttons on the control panel except

for the P

4. Select

5. Press the

Menu button on the remote control, highlight

Operation Lock and press Enter.

Full Lock to lock all of the buttons on the control panel or

Power button, then press Enter.

Yes and press Enter to confirm the setting.

Menu button to exit the menu system.

Power button.

Monitoring the Projector Over a Network

The software included with your projector lets you control your

projector(s) over a network.

5

note

If you’re using a network
management utility running
SNMP, you can configure
your network to send trap
alerts (see page 76). This
feature is intended for use by
network administrators
only.

■ Use EMP Monitor (available for Windows only) to see your

projectors’ status, switch image sources, and control basic settings.

■ Use the e-mail notification function to receive alerts about

possible problems.

■ Use a network management utility running SNMP to manage

your facility’s equipment from a pre-existing system.

To use the software to manage your projectors, first install EMP
Monitor. Then connect and configure each projector you want to
monitor as described here.

This chapter covers the following information:

■ Installing the network software

■ Connecting the projector a network

■ Selecting network settings

■ Monitoring and controlling the projector with EMP Monitor

■ Using e-mail alerts

■ Using a browser to monitor the projector

■ Understanding the notifications messages

73

note

The Easy Management
software cannot be installed
on Macintosh systems.

note

If you need to uninstall
the software, use the
Add/Remove Programs
utility in the Windows
Control Panel.

Installing the Network Software

The projector software CD-ROM includes EMP Monitor for
monitoring your projector from a remote location.

System Requirements

Before you install the software, make sure your computer meets these
requirements:

■ Microsoft

Vista™ 32-bit

■ IBM

processor

■ At least 256MB of RAM (512MB recommended)

■ At least 128MB of free hard disk space

■ XGA (1024 × 768) or better display adapter and monitor, 16-bit

color or higher

Installing the Software

1. Insert the projector software CD-ROM in your computer’s
CD-ROM or DVD drive.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.

Once installed, you can access EMP Monitor from your computer’s
Start menu.

®

Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 (SP4), XP, or Windows

®

compatible PC with at least a Pentium® III 1.2 GHz

74 Monitoring the Projector Over a Network

Connecting to the Network

Follow these steps to connect the projector to your network and
configure it with an IP address.

1. Connect the projector to your network using a commercially
available 100BaseTX or 10BaseT Ethernet network cable.
Connect the cable to the

LAN port on the projector.

2. Press the projector’s P

Power button to turn it on.

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Selecting Network Settings

Follow the instructions in this section to set up the projector’s
network settings in the menu system.

1. Press the

2. Select the

3. Press

Enter. Then use the pointer button to highlight menu

items and the

■ Wired LAN

If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the

DHCP setting.

If your network does not assign addresses automatically, turn

DHCP and enter the projector’s IP Address, Subnet

off

Mask

Menu button.

Network menu.

Enter button to set the following options:

, and Gateway Address as needed.

To enter numbers, use the numeric buttons on the remote
control.

■ PJLink Password

Lets you enter a password for using the PJLink™ protocol to
control the projector.

■ Web Control Password

Lets you enter a password for accessing the projector over the
web from a computer running the EMP Monitor software.

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■ SNMP

If you’re a network administrator, you can use the SNMP
option to enter a Trap IP Address. This lets you receive trap
alerts for the projector on a computer running the SNMP
Manager software.

■ Mail

When enabled, the projector sends you an e-mail alert if it has
any problems. For instructions on setting up e-mail alerts, see
the next section.

■ AMX Device Discovery

Allows the projector to be detected when it’s connected to an
AMX™ controller or a network that supports AMX Device
Discovery.

■ Projector Name

Displays the name for identifying the projector over the
network.

Using Projector E-mail Alerts

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

1. Press the

Enter.

2. Select

Menu button, select the Network menu, and press

Mail and press Enter.

note

If you’re a network
administrator, you can use
the

SNMP option to enter a

trap IP address. This lets you
receive trap alerts for the
projectors you’re monitoring.

note

You can also set e-mail alerts
from EMP Monitor (see
page 82).

3. Select the following settings as necessary:

■ Mail Notification

Select On to enable sending of an e-mail if there is a problem
with the projector.

■ SMTP Server

Enter the IP address of your SMTP server. You can enter a
number from 0 to 255 in each field of the address.

■ Port Number

Displays the SMTP port number.

Monitoring the Projector Over a Network 77

note

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

If Standby Mode is set to
Network On in the
Extended menu, the
projector can still be
monitored even if the
projector is in standby mode
(when the power is off).

■ Address 1/2/3 Setting

Choose one of the Address Setting fields, then enter the
e-mail address where you want to receive a message when a
problem occurs.

4. When you’re done, press

Menu to exit the menu system.

When a problem occurs, an e-mail message is sent to the specified
addresses with the subject line

EPSON Projector and the following

information:

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

occurred

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

occurred

■ Line 3: Details of the problem

Using EMP Monitor

EMP Monitor lets you use a remote computer to manage your
projectors. It lets you easily turn them on or off (together or
individually), switch image sources, and check on their status.

Before using EMP Monitor, make sure you’ve installed the software
(available for Windows only) as described on page 74. The computer
you’re using to monitor the projector should already be connected to
your network.

Opening and Closing EMP Monitor

To start EMP Monitor, click Start > Programs or All Programs >

EPSON Projector > EMP Monitor

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.

If you’ve added the program to the Startup programs folder, it may
already be open. If so, click the icon in the system tray on the
lower-right corner of your screen to display the EMP Monitor
window:

Click here to start EMP Monitor

To close EMP Monitor, select
the program icon shown above, then select

Exit from the File menu or right-click

Exit.

Registering a Projector

Before you can monitor a projector, you have to register it. Follow
these steps to automatically search for your projector(s).

1. Open EMP Monitor.

2. Select

3. Click

4. Select the projector you want to add by clicking its name, then

5. Enter a Display name, select a Parent group, if necessary, enter a

6. Click the

7. To register additional projectors with EMP Monitor, repeat steps

Edit > New > Projector (automatic search).

Search to locate projectors currently operating on the

network.

click the

Edit button.

Monitor Password, if necessary, and a Description for the
projector.

Register button.

2 through 6.

note

If the projector is not
automatically found, your
projector may not be
connected or configured
correctly for the network. See
page 75.

To delete a projector from
the list, right-click the
projector name, and click

Delete.

8. When you’re done adding projectors, click
screen with a list of all registered projectors.

Cancel. You see a

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note

To monitor a projector
when it’s in standby mode
(plugged in but not turned
on), you must select

Network On as the
Standby Mode setting in

the projector’s menu system
(see page 61).

For detailed status
information, right-click the
projector and click

Property.

note

To create projector groups in
EMP Monitor, refer to the
on-screen Operation
Guide.

Monitoring Your Projectors

The EMP Monitor screen lets you monitor your projector(s) status
and check if a problem has occurred.

For the most current status, click the

The following table describes the EMP Monitor status icons:

Group status icons

No warnings or problems. All projectors in the group
are operating normally.

Warning or problem. A projector in the group has a
warning or problem.

Notification. A projector in the group requires
immediate attention.

Monitoring disabled. Right click the icon and select
Monitoring Enabled to begin monitoring the group.

Data is currently being updated.

Type status icons

No warnings or problems.

Warning or problem.

Notification.

Refresh button.

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Monitor Password error. No monitor password was
entered when the projector was registered, or an
incorrect password was entered.

Monitoring disabled. Right-click the icon and select
Monitoring Enabled to begin monitoring the
projector.

Data is currently being updated.

Network error (for example, the projector is not
connected to the network, or power cable is
disconnected).
You may also see this error if Network Off is
selected in Standby Mode (see page 61).

Network error (Esc/VP.net communication error).

Power status icons

The projector is powered on and its status is
normal.

The projector is powered off and its status is
normal.

The projector is powered on and its status is
abnormal.

The projector is powered off and its status is
abnormal.

Temperature level status icons

The projector’s internal temperature is normal (low).

The projector’s internal temperature is normal
(medium).

The projector’s internal temperature is normal
(high).

The projector’s internal temperature is high
(high-temperature warning).

The projector’s internal temperature is too high
(internal temperature error). The projector is turned
off automatically.

Error status icons

Clean air filter notice. The air filter needs to be
cleaned; see page 87.

Lamp life warning. The lamp is nearing the end of
its life; see page 89.

High-temperature warning. The projector is getting
too hot but continues to operate.

Replace air filter; see page 87.

No air filter. The air filter is not installed or installed
incorrectly; see page 87.

Low air flow. The air filter needs to be cleaned or
replaced; see page 87.

Air flow sensor error. There is a problem with the
projector’s air flow sensor; contact Epson as
described on page 106.

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Low air flow error. The air filter needs to be cleaned
or replaced; see page 87.

Air filter air flow sensor error. Contact Epson as
described on page 106.

Lamp cover door open. Close the lamp cover door;
see page 89.

Lamp error. The lamp may need to be replaced; see
page 89.

Lamp failure at power on. The lamp has reached its
end of life or is installed incorrectly; see page 89.

High internal temperature error. The projector is
turned off automatically.

Internal (system) error. Contact Epson as described
on page 106.

Fan error. Contact Epson as described on page 106.

Sensor error. Contact Epson as described on
page 106.

Other error. Contact Epson as described on
page 106.

note

You can also set e-mail alerts
from the projector’s menu

Using E-mail Alerts

You can set up e-mail alerts to warn you of problems with the
projector.

system (see page 77).

1. Open EMP Monitor.

2. From the Tool menu, select

3. Turn the Mail notification function setting

4. Enter the IP address and port number of your network’s SMTP
(outgoing) mail server.

5. Enter the Sender (projector) mail address.

6. Enter up to three e-mail addresses to send alerts to in the
Recipient mail address boxes.

7. Click the
under which an e-mail alert will be sent.

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Mail notification function.

On.

Notification event buttons to select the conditions

8. When you’re done, click the OK button.

If a projector experiences a problem, EMP Monitor sends an e-mail
message to each of the addresses you entered in the Set mail
notification function window. The subject line and body of the
message includes the projector’s name and the warning or error
(similar to those listed on page 80).

When the problem has been fixed, EMP Monitor sends a message
indicating the problem has been resolved.

Using a Browser to Monitor the Projector

If your projector is connected to a network, you can use a standard
web browser to monitor and control it. When using a browser to
access the projector, you cannot connect through a proxy server.

1. Make sure that the projector is connected to your network, as
described on page 75.

note

If a projector develops a
critical problem, it may not
be possible for it to report the
error.

2. Follow the instructions on page 61 to set

Network On in the Extended menu so you can monitor the

projector in standby mode.

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

If you’re not sure what the address of the projector is, turn the
projector on and select
display the IP address of the projector. See page 76.

You see a login screen.

4. Do one of the following:

■ If you didn’t set a Web control password in the Network

menu, click

■ If you set a Web control password in the Network menu,

enter it in the

You see a screen displaying the settings you can change.

Wired Lan from the Network menu to

OK.

Password box, then click OK.

Standby Mode to

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5. Select one of the menu options, then change any of the settings as
needed. These settings correspond to those found in the
projector’s menu system. See page 51 for details.

You cannot change the following settings using a web browser:

■ Pointer and Test Pattern in the Settings menu

■ Closed Caption, High Altitude, User’s Logo, or

Language in the Extended menu

■ Reset All, Reset Air Filter Time, or Reset Lamp Hours in

the Reset menu

6. Use the controls at the bottom of the screen to choose a source,
stop the action, turn off the picture and sound, or turn the
projector’s power on or off.

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warning

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

6

Maintaining the Projector

Your projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do on a

regular basis is keep the lens cover glass clean. Any dirt or smears on
the lens cover glass may show up on your projected image.

You may need to clean the air filter. A clogged air filter can block
ventilation needed to cool the projector and cause overheating.

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

This chapter covers the following:

■ Cleaning the lens cover glass

■ Cleaning the projector case

■ Cleaning the air filter

■ Replacing the air filter

■ Replacing the lamp

■ Transporting the projector

85

Cleaning the Lens Cover Glass

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

■ Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.

■ To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use a commercially available

cloth for cleaning eyeglasses.

Cleaning the Projector Case

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

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

cloth.

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

and a neutral detergent. Then wipe the case.

■ Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, or other

chemical detergents. These can damage the case.

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Cleaning the Air Filter

Clean the air filter when you see any of the following messages: The

air filter is clogged. Clean or replace the air filter
Replace the air filter.

cause overheating and damage the projector.

Follow these steps:

1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.

2. To clean the filter, Epson recommends using a small vacuum
cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If you
don’t have one, gently clean the filter using a very soft brush (such
as an artist’s paint brush).

You can remove the air filter to clean both sides.

Dust clogs prevent proper ventilation and can

. or Check or

note

If the air filter has been
stained by tobacco smoke, it
cannot be cleaned. Replace
the filter as described below.

3. When you have finished cleaning the air filter, close the cover and
reset the timer as described on page 88.

4. If the dirt is difficult to remove or a filter is broken, replace the
filter as described below.

Replacing the Air Filter

Replace the air filter when you see the Check or Replace the air

filter

message. Dust clogs prevent proper ventilation and can cause

overheating and damage the projector.

To obtain a replacement air filter, contact your dealer or call Epson at
[phone] in the United States to obtain a new one. In Canada,
please call [phone] for dealer referral.

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Follow these steps:

note

If the air filter has been
stained by tobacco smoke, it
cannot be cleaned. Replace
the filter.

1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.

2. Remove the air filter by lifting up on the two tabs to release them.

3. Remove the air filter by pulling the center of the air filter straight
out.

4. Insert the new air filter with the tab facing the front of the
projector.

note

The air filter usage timer
shows 0H until you’ve used
the filter for at least 10
hours.

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5. Close the air filter cover.

6. Reset the air filter timer as described in the next section.

Resetting the Air Filter Timer

1. Plug the projector in and turn it on.

2. Press the

Filter Time

3. When you see the confirmation message, select

Enter.

4. When you’re finished, press

Menu button on the remote control, select Reset Air

from the Reset menu, then press Enter.

Yes, then press

Menu to exit the menu system.

Replacing the Lamp

The projection lamp typically lasts about 4000 hours. It is time to
replace the lamp when:

note

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

■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.

■ The message Replace the Lamp appears on the screen and when

the lamp comes on and the lamp warning light flashes orange.
To maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the
lamp as soon as possible.

■ The lamp warning light flashes red (the lamp is burnt out).

Contact your dealer or contact an Epson authorized reseller for a
replacement lamp. Request part number

V13H010L45. To find the

nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can
purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca
(Canadian sales).

Follow these steps to replace the lamp:

1. Turn off the projector.

2. When the P Power light stops flashing, unplug the power cord.

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

4. To release the lamp cover, insert the screwdriver included with the
new lamp as shown, then remove the cover.

You can check how long the
lamp has been in use (see
page 91).

Lamp life results will vary
depending upon mode
selected, environmental
conditions and usage.

warning

Let the lamp cool fully
before replacing it.

In the unlikely event that
the lamp has broken, small
glass fragments may be
present and should be
removed carefully to avoid
injury.

Maintaining the Projector 89

note

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

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

6. Pull the lamp straight out.

7. Gently insert the new lamp.

8. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws and replace the

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

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cover. (The projector won’t come on if the lamp cover is loose.)

Resetting the Lamp Timer

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

1. Plug the projector in and turn it on.

2. Press the

Hours

3. When you see the confirmation message, select

Enter.

4. When you’re finished, press

Menu button on the remote control, select Reset Lamp

from the Reset menu, then press Enter.

Yes, then press

Menu to exit the menu system.

Transporting the Projector

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

■ When hand-carrying the projector, you should use the handle to

lift it only a short distance (for example, to set it on a table).

■ 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 a long distance, first place it in a

hard-shell shipping case, and then pack it in a firm box, placing
cushioning around the case.

note

The lamp usage timer shows
0H until you’ve used the
lamp for at least 10 hours.

note

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

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Solving Problems

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

you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve
yourself. This chapter explains the following:

■ Using the projector’s on-screen help system

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

■ Solving problems with the image or sound

■ Solving password problems

■ Solving problems with EMP Monitor

■ Solving problems with the remote control

■ Contacting technical support

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Using On-Screen Help

If the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can
get help by pressing the blue
on the remote control. The following choices are available:

■ No image appears on the screen

■ The image is not in focus

■ The image is unsteady

■ The image colors don’t look right

■ The image is too dark

■ The image is distorted

Follow these steps to get help:

? Help button on top of the projector or

1. Press the green

? Help button on the projector.

You see the Help menu:

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

3. After highlighting a menu item, press the

Enter button on the

remote control or on the projector to select it.

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4. To exit the Help system, press the

? Help button.

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

Checking Projector Status

If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for it to
cool (the P Power light stops flashing orange), and unplug it. Then
plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this doesn’t
solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector.

What To Do When the Lights Flash

The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status and
let you know when a problem occurs.

Temperature lightLamp lightPower light

Filter light

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

Light Status Description

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

button to turn it on.

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

Green The projector is operating normally.

Red

Flashing orange

High Temperature Warning. Although this is not an abnormal condition,
projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises too high again.
Make sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for
ventilation, and that the air filter is clean (see page 87).

Solving Problems 95

Light Status Description

Green

Flashing orange

Green

Orange

Green

Flashing orange

Red

Flashing red

Red

Red

It’s time to replace the lamp. See page 89 for instructions. If you continue
to use the lamp after the replacement warning, there is an increased
possibility that the lamp may break.

No air filter. Make sure that the air filter is securely installed; see page 87.
If the error continues when the air filter is installed, there is a problem
with the air filter sensor. Stop using the projector, disconnect the power
cord, and contact Epson as described on page 106.

Low air flow. If you see a message saying that the air filter is clogged,
make sure that the air filter is clean. If it is clogged, clean it or replace it
with a new filter; see page 87.

There is a problem with the fan or temperature sensor. Stop using the
projector, disconnect the power cable, and contact Epson as described
on page 106.

The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off automatically. Wait
until the cooling fan stops, about five minutes, then unplug the power
cord. Plug the power cord back in and press the P Power button. Make
sure the room temperature is not above 95 °F (35 °C) and there is plenty
of space around and under the projector for ventilation.

The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace it as described on page 87.

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

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

If you installed the optional Epson smoke filter in the projector, try the
following:

■ If you are using the projector at a high altitude (4,900 feet [1500

meters] or higher), set High Altitude Mode to On (see page 61).

■ You may need to set the Brightness Control to Low (see page 59).

■ Replace the smoke filter (see page 87).

If the error continues, stop using the projector, disconnect the power
cable from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson as described on
page 106.

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Light Status Description

Red

Flashing red

Red

Flashing red

The lamp may be burned out. First make sure the lamp cover is securely
installed. If that’s not the problem, remove the lamp and replace it as
described on page 89. If this does not resolve the problem, contact
Epson as described on page 106.

The lamp may be cracked or installed incorrectly. Check the lamp; if it is
cracked, you must replace it (as described on page 89) before you can
use the projector again.

If checking the lamp installation and replacing the lamp does not solve
the problem, contact Epson as described on page 106.

The projector is shut down automatically because of an internal problem.
Remove the power cord and contact Epson for help, as described on
page 106.

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information

Use the Info menu to view information about the image source, the
display settings of your computer, and the number of hours the lamp
and filter has been used.

Press the

You see the lamp and air filter usage hours and various input signal
settings on the right:

Menu button, select Info, then press Enter.

Lamp usage

note

The information displayed
depends on the input signal
currently selected.

Filter usage

The lamp typically lasts about 4000 hours. If the number shown is
close to that, make sure you have a spare lamp handy. If you’ve
installed a new lamp, be sure to reset the lamp timer (see page 91).

Solving Problems 97

Solving Problems with the Image or Sound

The Power light does not come on.

Make sure the power cord is connected securely both at the power
outlet and the projector. If you have just replaced the lamp, make sure
the cover is securely fastened.

No image appears on the screen.

■ Check that the P Power light is green and not flashing.

■ The projector may be in sleep mode. If the P Power light is

orange, press the

■ Try pressing the other Power button on the remote control or on

the projector.

■ Press the A/V Mute button to make sure the picture has not been

turned off temporarily.

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

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

Power button to turn the projector on.

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

■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in

Chapter 1.

■ Try restarting your computer.

■ If you’ve connected a computer and one or more video sources,

you may need to press the
projector or remote control to select the correct source. Allow a
few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.

Source Search button on the

If you’re using a PC notebook:

■ Hold down the Fn key on the keyboard and press the function

key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may have an
icon such as , or it may be labelled

CRT/LCD. Allow a few

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

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

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

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

If you’re using Mac OS X:

1. Open

2. Double-click

3. Make sure the

4. Click the

5. Make sure the

System Preferences.

Displays.

VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected.

Arrange tab.

Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.

The message Not Supported is displayed.

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

(see page 57).

■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA

(1600 ×1200), and the refresh rate is supported by the projector
(see page 116). If necessary, change your computer’s resolution
setting as described in the following section.

Only part of the computer image is displayed.

■ Press the Auto button on the remote control.

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

menu. See Chapter 4 for more information.

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■ Make sure your computer’s resolution setting is correct. Ideally, it

should be 1024 × 768 to match the projector’s native resolution.
If this option isn’t available, select one of the other compatible
video formats listed on page 116.

■ Windows:

Right-click the desktop, select

Properties, click the Settings

tab, and select a different resolution.

■ Mac OS X:

System Preferences, double-click Displays, and

Open
then select a different resolution.

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

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

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

■ If the top or bottom of the image is broader, press the or

button on the projector until the image is square.

■ If the projector is angled toward the screen from the left or right,

the image will be broader on one side. Center the projector in
front of the middle of the screen, facing the screen squarely.

100 Solving Problems

The image contains static or noise.

■ Make sure the correct Input Signal is selected in the Signal menu

(see Chapter 4).

■ If you’re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet (2 meters), or

an extension cable, the image quality may be reduced.

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

as much as possible to prevent interference.

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

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