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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written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for
use with this EPSON product. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other
products.
Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third
parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse,
or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the
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EPSON PrivateLine and Extra Care are service marks; EPSON Store and SizeWise are trademarks; and Presenters
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General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of
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EPSON® PowerLite® 7700p is a portable projector offering
The
3000 ANSI lumens of brightness. From boardrooms to auditoriums,
your full-color presentations and videos will be bright and visible even
in ordinary room lighting.
Images are displayed at a resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels. The new
1.3-inch LCD provides a 400:1 contrast ratio for incredibly vivid
images and clear text. Improved video processing reduces “color noise”
for rich, saturated images. Reduced light leakage and whisper-quiet
operation contribute to theater-quality video.
With EPSON’s patented SizeWise
computer displays ranging from VGA through UXGA, as well as the
Digital Visual Interface (DVI) format.
™
chip, the projector supports
You can connect the projector to a wide range of computers, including
®
compatible PCs and laptops, Apple® Macintosh,® Power
IBM
™
Macintosh
computers, many iMac
workstations such as the Sun
You can use any of the following video sources: VCR, DVD player,
camcorder, digital camera, or laser disc player, supporting HDTV,
NTSC, PAL, or SECAM video. The projector automatically senses
the video format, which can be composite video, S-Video, or
component video.
series (including G3 and G4 systems), PowerBook®
™
and iBook™ series systems, and high-end
®
SPARCstation.
™
Welcome
1
note
You can connect a maximum
of four sources at the same
time.
Getting the Most from Your Projector
Your EPSON PowerLite 7700p is a highly versatile presentation tool.
You can connect it to one or two computer sources and up to three
video sources and easily switch between them. You can also include
sound for up to three of the sources.
Depending on your presentation, you can take advantage of any or all
of these options:
Connecting to a laptop or other computer
■
If you want to connect to a PC laptop or Macintosh PowerBook,
see page 12. To connect to a desktop computer, a workstation, a
computer that outputs video in Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
format, or more than one computer, see Appendix A.
Connecting to video sources
■
You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc
player, digital camera, or any other video source to your projector.
You can connect several types of video sources at the same time
(with or without a computer) and easily switch between them.
See page 15 for instructions.
Using the remote control
■
The remote control lets you switch from one computer or video
source to another, with access to picture-in-picture, pointer,
zoom, and many other projector features. For details, see “Using
the Remote Control” on page 29.
2
Welcome
By connecting an additional cable, you can also use the remote
control as a wireless mouse. This lets you click through
®
slideshow-style presentations (such as PowerPoint
) from up to
30 feet away. For more information, see page 38.
Including sound in your presentation
■
If your presentation includes sound, you can connect an audio
cable to use the projector’s built-in stereo speakers. For details, see
page 14 (for laptops) or Appendix A (for other systems).
If you’re permanently installing the projector, you may wish to
connect external speakers or a public address system to the
projector’s
Audio Out
port; see page 79.
Controlling Your Projector from a Computer
■
If you want to be able to control the projector’s settings from
your computer (for example, if the projector is ceiling-mounted),
you can install the EMP Link V program on the Projector
Software CD-ROM. In addition to making the projector’s
features accessible from your computer, this program lets you
customize the highlighting tools (special effects buttons on the
remote control). For details, see page 78.
Using Your Documentation
To connect the projector to your laptop and get your presentation
running fast, see the Quick Setup sheet that came in your Owner’s Kit.
This book contains all the information you need to set up and use
your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it:
■
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
■
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
■
Notes contain important information about your projector.
note
The EMP Link program is
optional; you do not need to
install it to use the projector.
Reading This Manual Online
Your PowerLite 7700p CD-ROM includes an electronic copy of this
manual. You may find it convenient to copy it onto your laptop’s hard
drive so it’s always with you—for example, when taking your
presentation on the road.
To view your electronic manual, you need to use Adobe
Reader. Just insert the PowerLite 7700p CD-ROM in your
CD-ROM drive, select the
Install User’s Guide
click
Install/View User’s Guide
View User’s Guide
or
®
button and
.
Acrobat®
note
If you do not have Acrobat
Reader, you can install it
from the CD-ROM.
Welcome
3
When you open the manual, you see this toolbar:
show navigation
pane
first page
last page
next pageprevious page
You have several ways to navigate through the manual:
■
Click in the table of contents on the left side of the screen to move
quickly to the topic of your choice.
■
Use the arrow buttons in the toolbar or on the vertical scroll bar
on the right side of the screen to move through the manual.
■
If you hold your mouse pointer over text and the hand changes to
an index finger, you can click to jump to a related topic.
For more information, see your Acrobat Reader online guide.
Getting More Information
Need tips on giving presentations? Quick steps for setting up your
projector? Here’s where you can look for help:
www.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.
4
Welcome
Quick Setup sheet
■
Gives you all the instructions you need to get your projector set
up and connected to a laptop or PowerBook computer.
Owner’s Kit folder
■
Includes your
and EPSON PrivateLine
Quick Setup
sheet, warranty brochures, CD-ROMs,
SM
Support card. Store this
User’s Guide
in the folder and keep the folder with your projector at all times.
Built-in help system
■
Provides assistance for common problems. Available from the
Help
button on the projector or the remote control. See page 66
for details.
support.epson.com
■
Download FAQs and e-mail your questions to EPSON support.
CD-ROMs
■
Owner’s Kit
Your
includes two CD-ROMs. The PowerLite 7700p
CD-ROM lets you register electronically and includes the
electronic copy of this book as well as a link to Presenters Online.
On the Projector Software CD-ROM, you’ll find the optional
EMP Link V program and its User’s Guide.
note
You don’t need to install any
software to use your projector.
If you still need help after checking this
User’s Guide
and the sources
listed above, you can use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service to
get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the card in
Owner’s Kit
your
. Or take advantage of EPSON’s automated support
services 24 hours a day. See page 75 for more information.
Registration and Warranty
Your projector comes with a basic carry-in warranty as well as an
international warranty that let you project with confidence anywhere
in the world. For details, see the warranty brochures included in your
Owner’s Kit
In addition, for customers who register their projector, EPSON offers
free Extra Care
failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead,
EPSON will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United
States or Canada via overnight delivery. See the brochure in your
Owner’s Kit for details.
To register, simply insert the PowerLite 7700p CD-ROM that came
with your projector and select
you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and services.
You can register through the Internet, by e-mail or 800-number
modem connection, or by printing out the form to fax or mail.
.
SM
Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment
Register Online
. Registering also lets
Welcome
5
projector
Unpacking the Projector
After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown
below:
EPSON PowerLite 7700p CD-ROM
Power
Freeze
A/V Mute
R/C ON
E-Zoom
OFF
3
4
2
5
1
Enter
Esc
remote control
batteries
(not needed to use your projector)
Projector Software
CD-ROM (optional)
power cord
computer cablecomputer audio cable
RCA video cableUSB mouse cablePS/2
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 (such as
the optional cases available from EPSON). See page 8 for more
information about cases.
PS/2 MOUSE
®
mouse cable
RCA audio cable
6
Welcome
Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need
additional components:
■
To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. (One is
usually provided with your video device.)
■
To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video
device, you need a BNC cable (usually provided with the device).
■
To connect two computers to the projector at the same time, you
need a VGA to BNC cable. To amplify the second computer’s
audio through the projector’s sound system, you need an
RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo cable. See your computer or electronics
dealer to obtain these cables.
■
Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may
need the Macintosh adapter set shown on page 83 (available from
EPSON; see page 8). Older iMac systems may need a special
adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer.
■
Some systems may need an additional cable to use the remote
control as a wireless mouse. If your Macintosh doesn’t have a USB
port, you’ll need a Macintosh mouse cable. If your PC doesn’t
have a USB or PS/2 port, you’ll need a PC serial cable. See your
projector dealer to obtain the correct cable.
■
If you plan to use the EMP Link V software to control the
projector, you’ll need a standard serial cable, which you may
purchase from your computer dealer.
■
To take advantage of the projector’s Digital Visual Interface, you
need a DVI cable, and your computer must be capable of
producing video signals in DVI format (for details, see page 89).
You can purchase this cable from EPSON; see page 8.
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Optional Accessories
To enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following
optional accessories:
ProductProduct number
Replacement lamp and air filterELPLP12
Long throw zoom lensELPAL01
Wide angle lensELPAW01
Customized carrying cases:
Samsonite
ATA molded hard shell case
ATA shipping case
Ceiling mountELPM334
Suspension adapter for ceiling mountELPMBAST
Kensington security lockELPSL01
Portable projection screens:
60-inch
80-inch
Wireless microphone and two satellite speakersELPCUS1
Auxiliary audio systemELPPAS1
Remote control receiver (plugs into projector to
extend range of remote control)
Remote control receiver kit (includes standard
receiver and clip-on receiver for attachment
directly to remote control)
Macintosh adapter set (includes monitor adapter
and desktop adapter)
VGA to 13W3 video cable (for connecting to
certain high-end workstations)
®
wheeled soft case
ELPKS35
ELPKS38
ELPKS39
ELPSC07
ELPSC08
ELPST02
ELPST04
ELPAP01
ELPKC06
8
Welcome
Digital video cables:
DVI to DVI, 10 feet (3 meters)
DVI to DFP, 10 feet (3 meters)
ELPKC20
ELPKC21
You can purchase these accessories from your dealer or by
calling EPSON at (800) 873-7766; or visit the EPSON Store
at www.epson.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call
(800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.
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Setting Up the Projector
his chapter tells you how to set up the projector for a laptop
T
computer or video presentation. If you need to set up the projector for
a permanent installation or connect it to a desktop or workstation
computer, see Appendix A.
You’ll find instructions for the following in this chapter:
■
Positioning the projector
■
Connecting to a laptop computer
■
Connecting to video sources
Setting Up the Projector
9
caution
p
y
p
Don’t hold or lift the
rojector by the lens, or
ou may damage it.
note
It’s easier to position the
rojector when the screen is
directly in front of the room.
If the screen is placed
diagonally in a corner, it’s
much more difficult to aim
the projector correctly at the
screen and get a square
image.
Positioning the Projector
Before connecting the projector, you need to decide where to place it.
The location you choose depends on the size of the room and what
you are projecting.
■
Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, between
3.6 and 47.6 feet from the screen.
■
Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and
under the projector.
■
Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical
outlet or extension cord, and within 5 feet of your computer
and/or video source.
■
Place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen,
facing it toward the screen squarely. Otherwise, your image will
not be square.
Most presenters find it convenient to place the projector in front of
the audience, leaving as much space as possible between the projector
and the screen to get a good-sized image. This lets the presenter stand
in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain close enough
to the equipment to be able to control it.
Use the figure below as a guideline to help you determine how far
from the screen to place the projector. Image size generally increases
with distance, but may vary depending on how you position the zoom
ring and whether you have adjusted the image size with other settings.
The dimensions shown are based on using the standard lens.
3.6 to 4.3 ft7 to 9 ft37 to 47 feetdistance from screen
Setting Up the Projector
10
If you place the projector below the level of the screen, you’ll have to
A
p
M
p
p
p
tilt it up by extending the feet as shown. Tilting the projector upward
causes the image to lose its square shape, but you can correct the
distortion by pressing the
Keystone
button as described in the next
chapter.
ideal
height
If you place the projector level with the bottom of the screen, the
image will be square and you won’t have to adjust it. If you place the
projector higher than the bottom of the screen, the image will still be
square, but you won’t be able to fill the whole screen with the image.
note
fter positioning the
rojector, you may want to
connect a Kensington
icroSaver® anti-theft
device to the lock port on the
rojector’s left side. You can
urchase this from EPSON;
see “Optional Accessories” on
age 8
.
Setting Up the Projector
11
Connecting to a Laptop Computer
A
note
To connect to desktops and
other computer systems, see
ppendix A. If you have an
iBook with an RCA videoout port, follow the
instructions for connecting to
a video device on page 16.
You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a
standard video output (monitor) port, including PC notebook and
laptop computers, Macintosh PowerBooks, and hand-held devices.
Connecting the Computer Cable
Before you start, make sure your computer and the projector are
turned off.
1. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s
Computer 1
computer
cable
port.
Computer 1 port
note
Laptop configurations vary.
See your computer manual for
the location of the ports
needed to connect your
projector.
Setting Up the Projector
12
2. Make sure the
Computer 1
switch is flipped to the left (to
Analog
the
position, as shown).
If necessary, use the tip of a
ballpoint pen to slide it over.
3. Connect the other end of the
computer cable to your laptop’s
video-out or monitor port.
If you’re using a PowerBook and you can’t connect the cable, you
may need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter as shown on
page 83 (available from EPSON; see page 8).
Computer 1
switch
(slide to
left)
4. Tighten the screws on the connectors.
If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in
your projector and turn it on. See page 20 for instructions.
Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse
Control
Using the remote control as a wireless mouse lets you click through
slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint, from up to 30 feet
away (for details, see page 38). This gives you more flexibility in
delivering your presentation, since you won’t need to stand near your
computer.
1. Locate the cable you need, depending on whether your laptop has
a round PS/2 mouse port or a flat USB mouse port.
2. Connect the round end of the cable to the projector’s
Mouse1
port, as shown.
mouse cable
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the external mouse port or
USB port on your laptop.
4. If necessary, configure your laptop to work with an external
mouse.
If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in
your projector and turn it on. See page 20 for instructions.
note
If you’re using a PowerBook
that has a round mouse port,
you’ll need a Macintosh
mouse cable. See your
projector dealer to obtain the
correct cable.
Setting Up the Projector
13
Amplifying Computer Audio
Your laptop probably has its own sound system; however, it may not
be adequate for your presentation. If you need more volume or better
sound quality, you can connect the audio cable to take advantage of
the projector’s built-in amplifier and stereo speakers.
1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the
Audio (Computer1)
jack on the projector.
audio cable
2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to your laptop’s
headphone jack or audio-out jack. (Jack locations vary; see
your computer manual if you’re not sure of which jack to use.)
If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in
your projector and turn it on. See page 20 for instructions.
Setting Up the Projector
14
Connecting to Video Sources
You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player,
digital camera, or any other compatible video source to your projector.
The projector supports HDTV, NTSC, PAL, and SECAM, and
automatically detects the video format. (However, if you’re using a
60-hertz PAL system, you’ll need to select
PAL60
as described on page 45.)
The projector can receive composite video, S-Video, and component
video. You can connect the projector to one or more of these video
sources at the same time. If all three are connected, the projector
automatically selects S-Video as the video source.
The type of cable you use depends on whether you have composite
video, S-Video, or component video.
■
For composite video, use the RCA video cables included with the
projector.
■
For component video, use the BNC-style cable that came with
your video device.
■
For S-Video, use the S-Video cable supplied with your video
device or obtain one from your electronics dealer.
in the
Video
menu,
note
The projector does not
support TV antenna cable
F connectors.
See the following illustration if you’re unsure of which type of
connectors you have.
composite video
RCA connector
component video
BNC connector
4-pin, mini-DIN
Follow the instructions below for your type of connection.
S-Video
2
1
4
3
Setting Up the Projector
15
Connecting RCA Video Cables
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or
other video source are turned off.
1. Connect the yellow plug on one end of the RCA video cable to
the projector’s
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video-out jack on your
video source.
RCA video cable
RCA audio cable
Video
jack.
Setting Up the Projector
16
3. Connect the RCA audio cable to the left and right Audio jacks on
the projector (insert the white plug into the
R
plug into the
port).
L
port and the red
4. Connect the plugs at the other end of the cable to the audio
output jacks on your video source.
Connecting S-Video
y
If your video source has an S-Video jack, you can use it to project a
higher quality video image. However, you’ll need an S-Video cable,
which may be included with your video source, or may be purchased.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or
other video source are turned off.
1. Insert one end of an S-Video cable into the projector’s
S-Video
connector.
2. Insert the other end into the S-Video output port of your video
source.
S-Video cable
RCA audio cable
3. Connect the RCA audio cable to the left and right
S-Video/BNC
audio jacks on the projector. (Match the red and white plugs to
the red and white jacks.)
4. Connect the plugs at the other end of the cable to the audio
output jacks on your video source.
note
The
Computer2/
Component Video
and the
S-Video
the same audio input. If
ou’ve connected a video
source to both interfaces, you
can use audio from only one
of the sources.
port
port share
Setting Up the Projector
17
Connecting Component Video Cables
y
If your video source has component video connectors, you can use
them to project a higher quality video image. However, you’ll need a
BNC video cable, which may be included with your video source, or
may be purchased.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or
other video device are turned off.
1. Connect the three ends of the component video cable into the
projector’s
projector’s
R, G
H/C Sync
2. Insert the opposite ends of the cable into the corresponding ports
on your video source. If the image doesn’t display properly, you
may need to change the
menu (see page 52).
, and
B
ports. (Don’t connect the cables to the
VSync
or
BNC
ports.)
option in the projector’s Setting
note
The
Computer2/
Component Video
and the
the same audio input. If
source to both interfaces, you
can use audio from only one
of the sources.
S-Video
ou’ve connected a video
Setting Up the Projector
18
port
port share
RCA audio cable
BNC cable
3. Connect the RCA audio cable to the left and right
S-Video/BNC
audio jacks on the projector. (Match the red and white plugs to
the red and white jacks.)
4. Connect the plugs at the other end of the cable to the audio
output jacks on your video source.
Using the Projector
2
nce you’ve connected the projector to your computer or other
O
equipment (as described in Chapter 1), you’re ready to turn on the
projector, 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. This chapter covers the following:
■
Turning on the projector and other equipment
■
Adjusting the image
■
Controlling the projector
■
Shutting down the projector
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Turning On Your Equipment
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and
connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A. Then
turn on your projector, as described below, followed by any
equipment you’ve connected to it. You can turn on your computer
and video equipment in any order, but if you have more than one
computer or video source connected, you may have to switch to the
desired source as described on page 27.
Turning On the Projector
Follow these steps to plug in and turn on the projector:
1. Connect one end of the power cord to the projector’s power inlet.
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20
2. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet.
The power light on the projector’s control panel turns orange,
indicating that the projector is receiving power but not yet turned
on.
3. Remove the lens cap.
4. Press the red
Power
power button
power light
button on top of the projector.
Power
The power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and the
projection lamp comes on in about 30 seconds. The power light
stays green, and you may see a blue screen with the message
Signal
displayed. This is normal.
5. Do one of the following:
■
Turn on or restart your computer. In a few moments, you
should see your computer display projected.
No
warning
Never look into the lens when
the lamp is on. This can
damage your eyes, and is
especially dangerous for
children.
(Windows only: If you see a New Hardware Found message
saying that it has found a plug-and-play monitor, click
Cancel
■
If you’re projecting a video, press the
.)
Play
button on your
video source.
If a projected image fails to appear, see the next section for help.
Once you see your image, turn to page 24 for instructions on focusing
and making other image adjustments.
When you’re done with your presentation, shut down the projector as
described on page 28. Shutting down the projector correctly prevents
premature lamp failure and possible damage to the projector from
overheating.
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21
What To Do If You See a Blank Screen
If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the message
No Signal
after turning on your computer or video source, do one of the
following:
■
Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on
page 12 (for laptops) or in Appendix A (for other systems).
■
Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the lens
cover is off.
■
Try restarting your computer.
■
If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source,
you may need to press the
Computer
or
Video
button on top of
the projector to select the correct source. (Allow a few seconds for
the projector to sync up after pressing the button.)
If you’re using a PowerBook:
You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen
as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
1. From the Apple menu, select
Monitors and Sound.
Control Panels
, then click
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2. Click the
Drag one monitor
icon on top of
Arrange
Click here
the other
icon.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other.
If this option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the
Simulscan resolution settings:
1. Click the
Click here
2. Select a
Monitor
Simulscan
icon.
resolution as shown. (Allow a few seconds for
the projector to sync up after making the selection.)
If you’re using a PC laptop:
■
Press the function key that lets you display on an external
monitor. It’s often labelled with an icon such as but it may
also be labelled
CRT/LCD
while pressing it. Check your laptop’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.
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.
. You may have to hold down the Fn key
Select a
Simulscan
resolution
■
Depending on your computer’s video card, you might need to use
the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure that both the
LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your
computer’s documentation or online help for details.
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Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you’ll need to make certain adjustments:
■
To focus or zoom your image, see below.
■
If only part of a computer image is displayed, you may need to
press the
■
If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. See
Resize
page 25.
■
If the image isn’t square, see page 26.
■
If the projected image is flickering or “noisy,” see page 26.
Focusing and Zooming Your Image
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
button. See page 25 for more information.
focus ring
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Rotate the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image.
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
button on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image.
See page 33 for instructions.
Resizing the Image
p
Some computer images need to be resized to display in the projector’s
native format: 1024 × 768 pixels. If only part of your computer image
is displayed, you can correct it with the
■
Press the
Resize
button on the control panel. The screen image is
Resize
button.
automatically compressed.
■
Continue pressing the
Resize
button to pan around the screen in
the original resolution.
If you’re projecting from video equipment, pressing the
Resize
button switches the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9. If you’ve
zoomed in on your image (using the
Resize
you can press the
button to return it the original display size.
E-Zoom
button on the remote),
Adjusting the Height of Your Image
If the image is too low, you can raise it by extending the projector’s
feet.
1. Stand behind the projector. Pull up the blue foot release levers
and lift the front of the projector. This unlocks the feet.
Power
Resize button
Computer
A/V mute
Resize
caution
Do not hold the
rojector by the lens; this
can damage it.
Video
Shift
2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the levers
to lock the feet in position.
3. To fine-tune the height of the image, rotate the thumb wheels
attached to the projector’s feet.
If the image is no longer square after raising it, see the next section.
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Adjusting the Image Shape
If the projected image isn’t square or has a “keystone” shape, do one or
more of the following:
■
If your image looks like or , you’ve placed the
projector off to one side of the screen, at an angle. Move it directly
in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely.
Keystone
■
If your image looks like or , press the + or — side of
Keystone
the
button to correct the shape of the image. After
correction, your image will be slightly smaller.
You can also perform electronic keystone correction using the
projector’s Setting menu. See page 52.
Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization
If you’re projecting from a computer and you notice vertical stripes or
the image is flickering or noisy, you can increase the clarity by pressing
Auto
the button on the control panel (or the
control). This resets the projector’s tracking, sync, and position
settings. If necessary, you can also correct the image manually using
Tracking
the
■
Press the
Sync
and
Tracking –
buttons on the control panel.
Tracking +
and
stripes.
TrackingTracking
Keystone
button on the remote
buttons to eliminate vertical
note
Images will be projected more
vividly if you adjust the
Tracking
Sync
before adjusting the
.
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Volume
■
Press the
Sync –
and
Sync +
buttons to eliminate flashing,
blurring, or vertical noise on the screen image.
TrackingTracking
Keystone
Volume
Menu
Sync
Sync
Sync
Esc Help
Controlling the Projector
While giving your presentation, you may want to switch between
picture sources, adjust the volume, or temporarily turn off the picture
and sound. Follow the instructions below to access theses features
from your projector’s control panel. You can also access these features,
as well as many others, by using the remote control as described in
Chapter 3.
Switching Between Picture Sources
If your projector is connected to more than one computer and/or
video source, you can use the buttons on the control panel (or remote
control) to switch between the different sources.
On the control panel, press the
Computer
the computer sources and press the
Video
button to switch between
button to switch between
standard (composite) video, S-Video, and component video (BNC).
After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the
image appears.
Adjusting the Volume
If your presentation includes sound, you can adjust the volume with
the
Volume
button on the projector’s control panel. Hold the
button down while pressing the
+ or —
side of the
Volume
Shift
button.
Turning Off the Picture and Sound
You can use the
image and sound and darken your screen. This is useful if you want to
temporarily re-direct your audience’s attention without the distraction
of a bright screen.
■
To turn off the picture, press the
goes dark.
■
To turn the image back on, press the button again.
A/V Mute
button on the control panel to turn off the
A/V Mute
button. The screen
Power
Resize
Shift
note
You can also have an image,
such as a company logo,
display on the screen
whenever you press the
A/V Mute
page 49 for instructions.
button. See
Computer
A/V mute
Resize
Keystone
Volume
Video
Shift
S
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Shutting Down the Projector
3
p
note
When the projector has not
received any input signals for
0 minutes, it automatically
turns off the projector lamp
and enters “sleep mode.” This
conserves electricity, cools the
rojector, and extends the life
of the lamp. If you are done
using the projector, unplug
the power cord. If you want
to start projecting again, press
the
Power
button.
When you’ve finished using the projector, follow the recommended
procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and
protects the projector from possible overheating.
1. If you’ve connected a computer or laptop and it’s displaying only
through the projector (the computer’s monitor is disconnected or
turned off), shut down the computer first; otherwise you won’t be
able to see your computer’s display if you try turning it off after
the projector.
2. To turn off the projector, press the red
Power
button on the
projector or remote control. You see a confirmation message. (If
you don’t want to turn it off, press any other button.)
Power
power button
power light
caution
To avoid damaging the
projector or lamp, never
unplug the power cord
when the power light is
green or flashing orange.
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Using the Projector
3. Press the
Power
button again. The power light flashes orange for
about a minute as the projector cools down. When the projector
has cooled, the orange light stays on and the exhaust fan shuts off.
If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the orange
light stops flashing. Then press the
Power
button.
4. Replace the lens cap and unplug the power cord.
5. If you’re using a VCR or other video source, turn it off after you
turn off the projector.
6. Disconnect all equipment, and store the projector in a protective
case.
Using the Remote Control
3
The remote control lets you access your projector’s features from
anywhere in the room—up to 30 feet away. You can use it to turn
the projector on and off, control the picture and sound, and highlight
your presentation by using it as a digital pointer.
If you’ve connected the mouse cable (as described in Chapter 1 or
Appendix A), you can even use the remote control as a wireless mouse
to control your computer or click through your slideshow-style
presentations.
This chapter covers the following information:
■
Turning on and using the remote control
■
Controlling the picture and sound
■
Highlighting your presentation
■
Using the remote control as a wireless mouse
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Turning On and Using the Remote
p
f
Control
Before using the remote control, you need to install its batteries and
turn it on as described below.
Installing Batteries
caution
When replacing batteries,
take the following
recautions:
Don’t mix old and new
■
batteries.
Replace batteries as soon as
■
they run out. If the batteries
leak, wipe away battery fluid
with a soft cloth. If fluid gets
on your hands, wash them
immediately.
Remove batteries if you
■
won’t be using the projector
or a long period of time.
Power
Freeze
A/V Mute
R/C ON
E-Zoom
3
2
1
Enter
Esc
Follow these steps to install or replace the batteries:
1. Press the tab to release the
battery compartment cover.
tab
2. Remove the cover and insert
the two AA batteries included
with the projector as shown.
3. Replace the battery
compartment cover.
OFF
4
5
on/off
switch
light
button
Turning On the Remote Control
Make sure batteries are installed. Then push up the on/off switch on
the side of the remote control to turn it on.
If you want to make sure the batteries are good, press the round
light button. The other buttons on the remote should light up
temporarily. If they don’t, you need to change the batteries as
described above.
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30
Using the Remote Control
When using the remote control, stand within about 30 feet of the
projector. Point the remote control either at the front or back of the
projector or at the screen (the projector’s front sensor can detect
signals bounced off the screen).
■
Press the button for the function you want to use. See the
following pages for instructions.
■
For some functions, you need to use the
Enter
button like a
mouse to navigate on the screen. Press the edge of the button with
your thumb—or grasp it between your thumb and finger and tilt
it in the direction you want to move.
■
To access additional buttons, pull down the cover below the
button.
Esc
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31
Controlling the Picture and Sound
You can use the remote control to select your source, adjust the
volume, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the action,
zoom in on the picture, or display a picture-in-picture video image.
Make sure you have set up your projector and connected your audio
or video source as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A.
Switching Between Picture Sources
If you’ve connected your projector to more than one computer and/or
video source, you can use the buttons on the remote control (or the
control panel) to switch between the different sources.
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Adjust
volume
Select
computer 1
Select
computer 2
or
component
video
Select video
source
■
Press the
Video
button to switch between a standard composite
video source and an S-Video source.
■
■
Press the
Press the
Comp1
Comp2/YCbCr
button to select your first computer.
button to select your second computer
or a component video source.
After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the
image appears.
Adjusting the Volume
If you’ve connected an audio source to the projector, you can adjust
the sound that’s output through the projector’s speakers.
■
To increase the volume, press on the right (+) side of the
button.
■
To reduce the volume, press on the left (–) side of the
button.
Volume
Volume
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32
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. This is useful if you
want to temporarily re-direct 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.
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 will continue.
■
Press the
Freeze
button again to re-start it.
Zooming Your Image
You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the
on the remote control.
1. Press the right side of the
E-Zoom
button to zoom in on your
image.
E-Zoom
button
note
You can also have an image,
such as a company logo,
display on the screen
whenever you press the
A/V Mute
page 49 for instructions.
Turn off
picture
Zoom i n
or out
button. See
Stop
action
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■
Press the button repeatedly to enlarge it up to four times in
24 steps.
■
Press and hold the button to zoom in to the size you want.
2. Use the
3. Press the left side of the
Enter
button to pan around the screen if necessary.
E-Zoom
button to zoom out. You can
press the button repeatedly, or press and hold to zoom all the way
out. You can also press the
Resize
button to return to the original
size.
Using the Remote Control
33
Displaying Picture-in-Picture Video
You can open a small video window on your computer image, and
view a video at the same time as your computer presentation.
First make sure you have connected your VCR or other video source
using an RCA or S-Video cable as described in Chapter 1. (You can’t
display the picture-in-picture window using component video.) If
P in P
you’re using S-Video, you need to select it in the
as described on page 52.
menu option
Display
picture in
picture
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1. Press the
P in P
button on the remote control. The screen may go
dark for a moment, and then your video image appears in a small
window on the screen. A menu appears in the lower left corner of
the screen, describing how to move and resize the image.
Enter
2. Use the
screen. You can use the
button to reposition the video window on the
E-Zoom
button to enlarge or reduce the
video window.
3. When the window is located and sized the way you want, press
Enter
the
button. The menu disappears, and your video plays on
the screen.
Using the Remote Control
34
video window
4. When you’re finished viewing the picture-in-picture, press the
P in P
button again. The video window disappears.
Highlighting Your Presentation
You can highlight areas on the screen using the numbered buttons on
the remote control. You can use these “special effects” features to
annotate your presentation slides or call attention to your most
important points. Five highlighting tools are available:
■
Pointer or cursor stamp (button 1)
■
Box (button 2)
■
Spotlight (button 3)
■
Bar (button 4)
■
Erase (button 5)
You can customize the highlighting tools through the Effect menu.
See page 47 for instructions.
Using the Pointer
You can choose from three types of pointers and place them anywhere
on your screen.
1. To activate the pointer tool, press button
A green pointer appears in the upper left corner of the screen.
To try a different look, press 1 again. Press 1 again to see the third
one.
1
on the remote control.
E-Zoom
2
1
Enter
Power
R/C ON
OFF
3
4
5
Esc
Freeze
A/V Mute
box
pointer
note
You can use the projector’s
Effect menu to select different
pointers. See page 47.
spotlight
bar
erase
2. Use the
Enter
button to place the pointer wherever you want it.
3. To “paste” the pointer on the screen, press down in the center of
Enter
the
button. You can then continue to work with another
pointer, moving it around the screen or pasting it wherever you
want.
4. To erase the pointers pasted on the screen, press button
5. To cancel the pointer feature, press
Esc
.
5
.
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35
note
You can use the projector’s
Effect menu to change the
color and shape of the box.
See page 47.
Using Box Highlights
You can draw outline boxes on the screen to highlight areas of your
presentation or video.
2
1. To activate the box tool, press button
A pink square appears in the upper left corner of the screen.
This is the box-drawing tool.
Enter
2. Use the
button to place the square where you want to begin
drawing the box.
on the remote control.
3. Press down in the center of the
Enter
button. You see a corner
mark on the screen; this defines one corner of the box.
4. Use the
Enter
button to drag the square to where you want the
opposite corner of the box to be.
Enter
5. Press down in the center of the
button. You see the box
outlined on the screen.
You can continue placing boxes on the screen by repeating steps 2
through 5.
6. To erase the box(es), press button
7. To cancel the box drawing feature, press
5
.
Esc
.
Spotlighting Your Image
With the Spotlight tool, you can place a square highlight on part of
the screen image.
3
1. To activate the spotlight tool, press button
control. A box of light appears on part of the image.
You can continue pressing button 3 to change to three different
spotlight sizes.
on the remote
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36
2. Use the
Enter
button to move the spotlight where you want it
to be.
Esc
3. To remove the spotlight, press
.
You can change the default size of the Spotlight using the Effect
menu; see page 47.
Using Horizontal and Vertical Highlights
With the bar tool, you can draw bold horizontal or vertical lines on
the screen to underline or highlight your presentation points. You can
choose from three types of bars.
1. To activate the bar tool, press button
4
on the remote control. A
horizontal bar appears across the screen. If you want a vertical bar,
press 4 again. If you want to try another horizontal bar, press 4
again.
2. Use the
Enter
button to move the bar up and down the screen (or
left and right if you are using the vertical bar).
3. To cancel the bar drawing feature, press
Esc
.
note
You can change the color
and width of the bars
using the Effect menu.
Seepage47.
Using the Remote Control
37
Freeze
A/V Mute
E-Zoom
2
1
Enter
Esc
Using the Remote Control as a Wireless
Mouse
When you use the remote control as a wireless mouse, you can control
your computer or click through slideshow-style presentations (such as
PowerPoint) from up to 30 feet away. This gives you more flexibility,
since you won’t need to stand near your computer to change slides, for
example.
First make sure you have connected the mouse cable between the
projector and your computer as described on page 13 (for laptops) or
in Appendix A (for other systems). Note that your computer’s mouse
may be disabled when you connect the projector’s mouse cable. If you
have a laptop, you won’t be able to use an external mouse; however,
you may still be able to use the computer’s built-in mouse pointer.
■
Power
R/C ON
OFF
3
4
To left-click
(and to select
5
the next slide),
press Enter
To right-click,
press Esc
To move the mouse pointer on the screen, aim the remote at the
screen and press on the edge of the
Enter
button with your
thumb—or grasp it between your thumb and finger and tilt it in
the direction you want to move. This button works like the
mouse button on many laptop keyboards.
■
To click (or left-click), press down on the center of the
button. This changes slides in a PowerPoint presentation when
you’re in Slide Show mode.
Enter
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38
■
To right-click, press the
■
To double-click, press down twice on the
■
To click and drag, press down on the
Esc
button.
in the direction you want to drag.
Enter
button.
Enter
button and then tilt it
Fine-tuning the Projector
4
ou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image,
Y
sound, and other features. You can also create your own startup
screen, customize the highlighting tools, and find out how long your
lamp has been in use. This chapter covers the following information:
■
Using the menu system
■
Adjusting the image
■
Adjusting the sound
■
Customizing the highlighting controls
■
Creating your own startup screen
■
Customizing projector features
■
Viewing lamp usage and other information
■
Restoring the default settings
Fine-tuning the Projector
39
Using the Projector’s Menu System
The eight projector menus let you adjust and customize the projector
features from either the remote control or control panel:
■
The Video menu controls the look and quality of the projected
image. It lets you adjust the image position and fine-tune settings
such as Brightness, Sharpness, and Contrast.
■
The Audio menu controls the volume level, treble, and bass
settings.
■
The Effect menu lets you change the cursor speed and modify the
highlighting tools available on the remote control.
■
The Setting menu allows you to set or adjust features such as the
Picture in Picture (P in P) video source, blank screen color,
A/V Mute display option, and sleep mode.
■
The Capture menu lets you capture and store a custom image or
logo which you can then use as a startup screen or with the
A/V Mute option.
■
The Advanced menu lets you specify additional projector settings,
including menu language, startup screen, color setting, and rear or
ceiling projection.
Fine-tuning the Projector
40
■
The About menu provides information about lamp status and
computer or video settings.
■
The Reset All menu lets you restore the factory defaults for all the
projector settings.
Changing Menu Settings
You can use the buttons on the control panel or remote control to
access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps:
Menu
1. To display the menu screen, press the
control panel or the remote control.
Menu button
mputer
V mute
esize
Video
Menu
TrackingTracking
Keystone
Sync
EscHelp
button on the
Esc
Help
Menu
Comp2/YCbCr
Comp1
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Video
Resize
Auto
P in PPreset
- Volume +
Shift
Volume
Sync
You see the menu screen:
menu options
menus
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
:Select:Enter
Position
Tracking
Sync.
Brightness
Contrast
Sharpness
Gamma
Resolution
Preset
Reset
Adjustment
9999
:
99
:
0
:
0
:
0
:
:
NormalDynamicNatural
:
Auto
Manual
Select
[]
Select
Execute
The eight menus are listed on the left, and the options available
for the highlighted menu are shown on the right.
Fine-tuning the Projector
41
Freeze
A/V Mute
E-Zoom
2
1
Power
R/C ON
OFF
3
4
5
Enter
Enter
Esc
button
on the
list.
Enter
button (remote control) to scroll through the menu
Sync
EscHelp
arrow buttons
Video
Menu
TrackingTracking
Keystone
2. Press the up or down arrows (control panel) or press up or down
note
If you want to go back to the
default settings on any menu,
select
select
Enter
, press
Reset
, and then press
Yes
.
Enter
,
Shift
Volume
3. When the menu you want is highlighted, press the
Sync
Enter
to select it. The highlight moves to the first option for that menu.
4. Use the arrow buttons (control panel) or the
Enter
button
(remote control) to scroll through the list of options. (If a
computer or video source isn’t connected, certain options may be
unavailable.)
5. Use the arrow buttons (control panel) or the
Enter
button
(remote control) to change the setting for the selected option.
Enabled settings are indicated by a green light, while disabled
ones are blank.
Esc
6. Press the
button to return to the main menu. Your changes
are saved automatically.
7. Press
Esc
again (or the
Menu
button) to exit the menu system.
button
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42
Adjusting the Image
Brightness
Contrast
Sharpness
Gamma
ResetExecute
:
:
:
:
0
0
0
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
NormalDynamicNatural
:Select :Enter
The Video menu lets you make adjustments to the projected image.
The options available in the menu depend on which source is
connected to the projector: standard computer video, computer digital
video, composite or S-Video, or component video.
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
:Select :Enter
Position
Tracking
Sync.
Brightness
Contrast
Sharpness
Gamma
Resolution
Preset
Reset
Adjustment
9999
:
99
:
0
:
0
:
0
:
:
NormalDynamicNatural
:
Auto
Manual
[]
Select
Execute
Select
Video menu for standard computer displayVideo menu for DVI computer display
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
:Select :Enter
Position
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Gamma
Video Signal
Reset
Adjustment
0
:
0
:
0
:
0
:
0
:
:
NormalDynamicNatural
Select [Auto ]
Execute
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
:Select :Enter
Position
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Gamma
Video Signal
Reset
Adjustment
0
:
0
:
0
:
0
:
0
:
:
NormalDynamicNatural
Select [Auto ]
Execute
Video menu for composite video or S-Video Video menu for component video
Fine-tuning the Projector
43
Repositioning the Image
note
If you have repositioned the
image or adjusted the sync
setting, you can use the
button on the remote
Auto
control to restore the default
settings.
Follow these steps to fine-tune the image position:
1. Press the
2. Press
3. Press
Menu
button. You see the main menu.
Enter
to select the Video menu.
Enter
to select the
Position
option. You see the following on the
right side of the screen:
4. Use the arrow buttons (control panel)
Enter
or the
button (remote control) to
move the image left, right, up, or down.
5. When the image is positioned the way you want, press
Adjusting Image Appearance
Follow these steps to adjust the appearance of your image:
1. Press the
2. Press
3. Use the arrow buttons (control panel) or the
(remote control) to set one of the following options:
Menu
button. You see the main menu.
Enter
to select the Video menu.
Enter
button
Esc
.
Fine-tuning the Projector
44
Brightness
■
Lightens or darkens the overall image.
Contrast
■
Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas.
Tracking (computer images only)
■
Removes unwanted vertical lines from a computer image by
matching the projector’s internal clock to various computer
signals.
Sync (computer images only)
■
Corrects fuzziness or screen flicker by synchronizing the
projector with the tracking signal sent from the computer.
Color (composite video or S-Video only)
■
Adjusts the depth or intensity of the image.
Tint (video only)
■
Adjusts the balance of green to magenta in the image.
Sharpness
■
Gamma
■
Choose
(such as charts or graphs), or
Dynamic
for computer images with bright colors
Natural
to enhance video
images.
Resolution (computer images only)
■
Leave this setting at
Auto
to allow the projector to detect the
video signal automatically. If the projector is unable to sync
up with the computer, select
Manual
and choose from 32
settings.
Video Signal
■
PAL60
Auto
unless you are using a 60-hertz PAL
).
Leave this setting at
system (select
4. When the image is set correctly, press
Esc
. Your settings are
automatically saved.
Saving and Recalling Computer Settings
When you are projecting from a computer source, you can save and
recall settings (resolution, tracking, sync signal, and position) for up to
five different sessions. This is useful if you use more than one
computer with the projector; you can save the settings for each one
and recall them when necessary. Follow these steps to save the current
session settings:
1. Press the
2. Press
3. Use the down arrow (control panel) or
control) to move down to the
see the Preset Selection menu with the current resolution setting
displayed.
Menu
button to display the Main menu.
Enter
to select the Video menu.
Preset
option and press
Enter
button (remote
Enter
. You
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note
If you want to overwrite an
existing setting, move to the
setting and press
When the confirmation
message appears, choose
and press
Enter
Enter
.
.
Yes
4. Press
5. Press
6. Press
When you want to use a saved setting, press the
Enter
Enter
Yes
or No and press
Esc
to return to the Video menu.
to assign it to the next available number.
again. When you see the “Overwrite?” prompt, select
Enter
.
Preset
button on the
remote control. You see the setting for session number 1 displayed in
yellow at the top right of the screen.
To select another number, press the
Preset
button again until the
setting number you want is displayed. The projector resets according
to the selected setting.
Adjusting the Sound
You can use the Audio menu to adjust the sound volume or
treble/bass balance.
Menu
1. Press the
2. Press the down arrow (control panel) or press down on the
button (remote control) to highlight
following:
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
button. You see the main menu.
Audio
. You see the
0
Volume
Treble
Bass
Reset
:
0
:
0
:
Execute
Enter
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3. Press
:Select:Enter
Enter
to select the Audio menu.
4. Use the arrow buttons (control panel) or the
Enter
button
(remote control) to set the following options:
■
Volume
■
Treble
■
Bass
Esc
5. When you’re finished adjusting the sound, press
or
Menu
.
Customizing the Highlighting Tools
The highlighting tools let you add pointers and other types of
annotations to your image, as described on pages 35 to 37. You can
use the Effect menu to customize these tools and set the cursor speed
Reset
for highlighting. The
tools to their default settings.
option lets you return all the highlighting
1. Press the
Menu
button. You see the main menu.
2. Use the down arrow button (control panel) or the
Lets you define the shape and size for three different pointers.
For some pointers, you can also define the color and length.
Box
■
Lets you define the box color and choose from a solid or
outline box, with rounded or square corners.
Spotlight
■
Lets you choose a large, medium, or small spotlight.
Bar
■
Lets you define three different bars. For each one, you can set
the color and width, and choose between vertical and
horizontal.
Enter
button to
5. Use the arrow buttons (control panel) or the
Enter
button
(remote control) to make your selections.
6. When you’re finished customizing the highlighting tools, press
Esc
. Your selection(s) are saved.
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Creating Your Own Startup Screen
You can transfer any image on your computer to the projector, and
then use it as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a
signal. You can also set it to be displayed when you press the
A/V Mute
logo, slogan, photograph, or any other image you want to use.
Capturing the Image
Start by displaying 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 or digital camera. Then follow these steps to capture the image
and transfer it to the projector:
button, or as a startup screen. The image can be a company
1. Press the
Menu
button on the control panel or remote control.
You see the main menu.
2. Press the down arrow (control panel) or press down on the
button to highlight the
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
:Select:Enter
3. Press
Enter
to highlight User’s Logo Capture and press
Capture
User's Logo Capture
menu.
Execute
Enter
again to select it. You see the message shown at the right.
4. Select
Yes
and press
Enter
. A selection box displays over the
image.
5. Use the arrow buttons on the control panel or the
Enter
button
on the remote control to select the area of the image you want to
use. Once you have selected the entire area, press
Enter
.
Enter
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6. When you see the message “Do you use this image?” select
p
Enter
and press
No
, press
. If you want to change the area selected, select
Enter
and repeat steps 4 through 6. You see the message
shown at the left.
Yes
note
You can also set up your
image as a startup screen. Use
the Advanced menu to enable
the startup screen; see
age 53.
7. Use the arrow buttons on the control panel or the
Enter
button
on the remote control to select a zoom rate (display size), and then
Enter
press
8. When the message “Do you save this image?” appears, select
and press
.
Enter
Yes
.
Saving the logo may take a few moments. Do not use the
projector or other sources (computer, video, speaker, etc.) while
the logo is being saved.
9. When you see the message “Saving the user logo is completed,”
press the
Then press
Menu
Esc
Setting Up When the Image Displays
Enter
or
button to return to the Capture menu.
to return to the main menu.
After your image is saved, you can set it up as the no-signal message
and/or the screen that’s displayed when you press the
A/V Mute
button.
1. Press the
Menu
button to display the main menu (if not already
displayed).
Enter
Enter
. This
2. Press the down arrow (control panel) or press down on the
button (remote control) to highlight the
3. Press the
Enter
button to select the Setting menu.
Setting
menu.
4. Press the down arrow (control panel) or press down on the
button (remote control) to highlight
5. Press the right arrow or use the
No-Signal Msg
Enter
button to select
.
Logo
sets your image as the screen displayed when the projector is not
receiving a signal.
6. If you want to set up your image as the A/V Mute display, use the
down arrow or
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Enter
button move down to
A/V Mute
.
7. Press the right arrow or use the
Enter
button to select
sets your image as the screen displayed when you press the
A/V Mute
button.
Logo
. This
8. When you’re finished, press
To test your setting, press the
A/V Mute
Esc
Menu
or
.
button to display your image.
Press it again to turn off the image.
Customizing Projector Features
You can use the Setting menu to disable the projector’s sleep mode,
adjust the image shape, and customize several other features.
1. Press the
2. Use the arrow keys (control panel) or the
control) to highlight
settings on the right side:
Menu
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
button.
Setting
Keystone
P in P
No-Signal Msg.
Prompt
A/V Mute
BNC
Sleep Mode
Reset
Enter
button (remote
. You see the features and their
0
:
CompositeS-Video
:
OFFBlack
:
ONOFF
:
Black Blue
:
RGB YCbCr YPbPr
:
:
ONOFF
Execute
Blue
Logo
Logo
3. Press
:Select:Enter
Enter
to select the Setting menu.
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4. Use the arrow buttons (control panel) or the
(remote control) to set the following options:
Keystone
■
Adjusts a distorted image from a trapezoid shape to
rectangular.
P in P
■
Changes from a composite (standard) video source to an
S-Video source for the picture-in-picture display.
No-Signal Msg
■
Selects the screen color and message to display when the
projector is not receiving a signal. The logo setting displays an
image that you have transferred to the projector. See page 49
for instructions on transferring an image to use as the
no-signal message.
Prompt
■
Turns off the identifying text that appears briefly when you
switch from computer input to a video source.
A/V Mute
■
Selects the screen color or image to display when you press
A/V Mute
the
button. The logo setting displays an image that
you have transferred to the projector. See page 49 for
instructions on transferring an image to use for the A/V Mute
display.
Enter
button
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BNC
■
Specifies the format for input to the BNC connectors. If the
source is a computer, select
device, select
Sleep mode
■
YCrCb.
Disables the power management system. Normally, the lamp
turns off when the projector has not received any input
signals for 30 minutes.
5. When you’re finished, press
RGB. If
Esc
.
the source is a video
Setting Advanced Features
You can use the Advanced menu to configure the projector for rear
projection or ceiling mounting, and adjust several other features.
Menu
1. Press the
button.
2. Use the arrow keys (control panel) or the
control) to highlight
Advanced
. You see the features and their
Enter
settings on the right side:
3. Press
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
:Select:Enter
Enter
to select the Advanced menu.
Language
Startup Screen
Color Setting
Absolute Color Temp.RGB
Comp2Sync Termination
Rear Proj.
Ceiling
Reset
Select [English]
:
ONOFF
:
:
ONOFF
:
ONOFF
Execute
4. Use the arrow buttons (control panel) or the
(remote control) to set the following options:
Language
■
Select from 9 languages to be used for the projector menus.
button (remote
Select
ON:OFF
Enter
button
Startup Screen
■
Turn on to display the image or logo you have captured
whenever the projector starts. See page 49 for more
information.
Color Setting
■
Adjusts the color temperature of the projected image. Select
Absolute Color Temp.
and 10000 K. Select
to set a temperature between 5000
RGB
to adjust individual red, green, and
blue values, as shown.
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Comp2Sync Termination
■
Used for testing. Leave the setting on for normal operation.
Rear Proj.
■
Turn on to project from behind onto a transparent screen.
Ceiling
■
Turn on when the projector is mounted upside-down from
the ceiling.
note
If you access the About
menu when the projector
display is set to video, you
only see the lamp life and
the video signal setting.
5. When you’re finished, press
Esc
.
Viewing Lamp Usage and Other
Information
Use the About menu to view information about the display settings of
your computer and the number of hours the lamp has been used.
1. Press the
2. Use the arrow buttons (control panel) or the
(remote control) to select
You see the lamp usage hours and computer display settings on
the right:
Menu
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
button. You see the main menu.
Enter
About
.
Lamp ON Time
Video Source
Frequency
Sync Polarity
Sync Mode
Resolution
Refresh Rate
:
9999 H
:
Computer
:
H 999. 99 KHz
:
V 999. 99 Hz
:
H Positive
:
V Negative
:
Sync On Green
:
9999x9999
:
999. 9 Hz
button
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:Select:Enter
The life span of the lamp is about 1500 hours. If the number
shown is close to 1500, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.
3. When you’re finished, press
Esc
.
Restoring the Default Settings
The Reset All option lets you return all the projector settings to their
default values.
Video
Audio
Effect
Setting
Capture
Advanced
About
Reset All
:Select:Enter
Execute
Select
Reset All
and press the
Enter
button on the control button or
remote control to display the confirmation screen. Select
all the default settings or
No
to cancel.
Yes
to reset
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Maintaining and
5
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.
Transporting the Projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a
regular basis is keep the lens clean. Any dirt or smears on the lens may
show up on your projected image.
You also need to periodically clean the air filter on the bottom of the
projector. A clogged air filter can block ventilation needed to cool the
projector and keep it from 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 service
person.
This chapter covers the following:
■
Cleaning the lens
■
Cleaning the projector case
■
Cleaning and replacing the air filter
■
Replacing the lamp
■
Transporting the projector
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Cleaning the Lens
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.
■
Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
■
To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use lens-cleaning paper. If
necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe
the lens surface.
Remove lens
cap, then clean
the lens
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 alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical
detergents. These can damage the case.
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Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
Clean the air filter at the bottom of the projector after every 100 hours
of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged with
dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and
damage the projector. To clean the air filter, follow these steps:
1. Turn off the projector, allow it to cool down, and unplug the
power cord.
2. Turn the projector on its side so that the handle is on top and you
can access the filter easily.
3. To clean the filter, EPSON recommends using a small vacuum
cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If you
don’t have one, gently clean the filter using a very soft brush (such
as an artist’s camel-hair brush).
If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is torn, replace it.
Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the
United States and Canada to obtain a new one.
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note
When you get a
replacement lamp for your
projector, a new air filter is
included. You should
replace the filter when you
replace the lamp.
59
4. If you need to replace the filter, pull on the catch to remove it.
Make sure the projector is on its side as shown (not turned upside
down) to prevent dust from falling inside.
tabs
5. To install the new filter, first insert the tabs, then press on the
catch until it clicks in place.
Replacing the Lamp
The projection lamp typically lasts for about 1500 hours of use. It is
note
You can check to see how
many hours the lamp has
been used. See page 54.
time to replace the lamp when:
■
■
■
Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United
States and Canada for a replacement lamp. Request part number
ELPLP12
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The projection image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
The lamp warning light is flashing red or orange.
The message
LAMP REPLACE
appears on the screen when the
projector lamp comes on (after about 1400 hours of use). To
maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp
as soon as possible.
.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least an hour (if it has
been on).
3. Use a screwdriver to loosen the retaining screw on the lamp cover.
(You can’t remove the screw from the cover.)
When the screw is loose, slide off the lamp cover.
)
4. Use a screwdriver to loosen the two screws holding the lamp in
place. (You can’t remove these screws.)
5. Lift up the wire handle, as shown, and pull the lamp straight out.
(The plastic flap above the lamp will flex out of the way as you
remove the lamp.)
warning
Let the lamp cool before
replacing it. If the lamp
breaks, handle the shards
carefully to avoid injury.
handle
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caution
p
f
Do not touch the glass
ortion of the lamp assembly.
Touching the glass could
result in premature lamp
ailure.
6. Fully insert the new lamp. (The plastic flap will flex out of the
way.)
7. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws.
8. Replace the lamp cover and tighten its screw securely. (The
projector won’t come on if the lamp cover is loose.)
9. Reset the lamp timer as described in the following section.
Resetting the Lamp Timer
After you install a new lamp, you need to reset the timer so the
projector can keep track of how many hours it has been used. Follow
these steps:
1. Press the
Help
button and hold it down for at least 5 seconds.
You see the Help menu, and then the following message:
Reset Lamp ON Time
Do you reset the Lamp ON Time?
YesNo
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:Select:Execute
2. Use the left arrow button (control panel) or press left on the
f
Enter
button (remote control) to select
Yes
.
3. Press
Enter
to reset the timer.
Transporting the Projector
The projector contains many glass and precision parts. If you need to
transport it, please follow these packing guidelines to prevent damage
to the projector:
■
When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original
packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original
packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning
around the projector.
■
When transporting the projector for business use, first put it in a
hard-shell carrying case (such as the optional EPSON case), then
pack it in a firm box, using cushioning around the case.
■
When you are hand-carrying the projector, be sure to store it in a
carrying case (such as the optional cases offered by EPSON).
note
EPSON shall not be liable
or any damages incurred
during transportation.
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64
Solving Problems
6
his chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells
T
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 problems with the remote control
■
Contacting technical support
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Using On-Screen Help
caution
Don’t hold the
button for more than
5 seconds, or the projector
will enter the mode for
resetting the lamp timer.
?
Help
If you see a
get help by pressing the blue
No Signal
message or your audio isn’t working, you can
? Help
button on top of the projector or
under the cover on the remote control. The following choices are
available:
Help for the image
■
Tells you what to do if you see a
Help for the sound
■
No Signal
message
Tells you what to do when your audio isn’t working
Language selection
■
Lets you display the help information and projector menus in any
of nine different languages
Follow these steps to get help:
1. Press the blue ?
Help
button. You see the help menu.
2. Use the up or down arrow buttons on the control panel (or
move the
highlight one of the options. Then press the or
Enter
button up or down on the remote control) to
Enter
button to
select it.
3. Press the or
Esc
if you need to back up.)
Enter
button again to view the solutions. (Press
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4. Press the down arrow button on the control panel (or press down
Enter
on the
button on the remote control) to display additional
text.
5. To exit the Help system, press the blue
? Help
button.
If none of the suggestions solves your problem, see additional
solutions to problems in the following sections.
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.
Power
Computer
A/V mute
power light
lamp light
temperature light
If the projector is not working correctly, first turn it off and unplug it.
Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this
does not solve the problem, check the status lights on top of the
projector and try the solutions recommended below.
The power light is flashing orange and you cannot turn
on the projector.
Resize
The lamp is cooling down. Wait until the light turns off and then
press the
Power
button to turn on the projector.
The power light does not come on.
Make sure the power cord is connected securely both at the power
outlet and the projector.
The lamp warning light is flashing red.
Replace the lamp as described on page 60. If you have just replaced
the lamp, make sure the cover is securely fastened.
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warning
Except as specifically
explained in this
User’s Guide
attempt to service this
product yourself.
, do not
The temperature light is flashing orange.
■
The projector is getting too hot. Turn it off and let it cool. Make
°
sure the room temperature does not exceed 104
F 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 59.
The temperature light is red.
■
The projector has overheated. Turn it off and let the projector
cool for a few minutes, then turn it back on. Make sure the room
°
temperature is not above 104
around and under the projector for ventilation.
■
The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace it as described on
page 59.
■
If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter,
the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or
internal circuits. Contact EPSON for help.
Refer to the table below for a complete description of the projector’s
status lights and their meaning:
F and there is plenty of space
LightStatusDescription
orangeThe projector is in sleep mode. You can unplug it or press the Power
button to turn it on.
flashing greenThe projector is warming up. Wait for the image to appear.
greenThe projector is operating normally.
flashing orangeThe projector is cooling down. You can’t turn it back on (nor should
you unplug it) until the lamp stops flashing and remains orange.
redPower is cut off because of an internal problem. Remove the power
cord and contact EPSON for help.
flashing orangeThe lamp is almost burned out. This is a good time to replace it. See
Chapter 5 for instructions.
flashing redThe lamp is burned out. Replace it as described on page 60. If you
have just replaced the lamp, make sure the cover is fastened securely.
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LightStatusDescription
flashing orangeThe projector is getting too hot. Turn it off and let it cool. Make sure
the temperature surrounding the projector does not exceed 104
and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for
ventilation. Clean the air filter if necessary.
redThe projector has overheated and turned itself off. Let it cool for a few
minutes, then turn it back on. Make sure there is plenty of space
around and under the projector for ventilation. If it continues to
overheat, you may need to change the air filter. See page 59 for
instructions.
flashing redThere is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Turn
off the projector and unplug it. Contact EPSON for help.
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Sound
No image appears on the screen.
■
Check that the power light is green, not flashing, and the lens
cover is off.
■
The projector may be in sleep mode. If the power light is orange,
press the
Power
button to turn the projector on.
°
F
■
If the power was switched off and then on again, the projector
may still be cooling down. Wait until the power light stops
flashing and remains orange; then press the
■
Make sure the
Brightness
setting on the Video menu is correct.
Power
button again.
See page 43 for more information. Try selecting the
setting to return all setup menus to their default values.
■
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.
Reset All
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You see a blue screen with the message No Signal
displayed.
■
Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in
Chapter 1 or Appendix A.
■
Try restarting your computer.
■
If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source,
you may need to press the
control panel) or the
Computer
Comp1, Comp2/YCbCr
(on the remote control) to select the correct source. Allow a few
seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.
■
If you’ve connected a second computer or you’re using
component video, make sure the
BNC
is correct. See page 52 for more information.
Video
or
button (on the
Video
, or
option in the Setting menu
button
■
Make sure the
interface panel is set to
Digital
(for a computer using DVI video). See page 12.
Computer 1
Analog
selector switch on the projector’s
(for standard computer video) or
If you’re using a PC laptop:
■
Press the function key that lets you display on an external
monitor. It’s often labelled with an icon such as but it may
also be labelled
CRT/LCD
. You may have to hold down the Fn key
while pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for
details.
On most systems, the key lets you toggle between the LCD
screen and the projector, or to display on both at the same time.
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.
■
Depending on your computer’s video card, you might need to use
the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure that both the
LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your
computer’s documentation or online help for details.
If you’re using a PowerBook:
1. From the Apple menu, select
Monitors and Sound.
Control Panels
, then click
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2. Click the
Arrange
icon.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you
display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen.
4. If this option isn’t available, click the
5. Select one of the listed
Simulscan
resolutions. (Allow a few
Monitor
icon.
seconds for the projector to sync up after making the
selection.)
The message Not Supported is displayed.
Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA
×
(1,600
1,200), and the frequency is supported by the projector
(see page 99). If necessary, change your computer’s resolution setting
as described below.
Only part of the computer image is displayed.
■
Press the
■
Make sure the image
menu. See page 44 for more information.
■
If the right or left side of the image is cut off, you may need to
adjust the tracking using the buttons on the control panel. Hold
down the + or –
image looks correct.
Resize
button on the control panel or remote control.
Position
Tracking
setting is correct on the Video
button to change the setting until the
■
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 99.
■
Windows:
Right-click the desktop, select
Properties
, click the
tab, and use the dialog box to select a different resolution.
■
Macintosh:
On the Apple menu, choose
Monitors and Sound
■
You also may need to modify existing presentation files if you
Control Panels
, then click
. Select a different resolution.
created them for a different resolution. See your software
documentation for specific information.
Settings
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The image isn’t square, but trapezoid-shaped.
■
Make sure the projector isn’t placed off to one side of the screen,
at an angle, or the image won’t be square. Place the projector
directly in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen
squarely.
■
If you’ve tilted the projector upward by extending the legs, the
image will be broader at the top. Hold down the
Keystone
button on top of the projector until the image is
+
or – side of the
square.
The image is blurry or poor.
■
There may be dirt or smears on the lens. Clean the lens as
described on page 58.
■
Adjust the focus using the focus ring.
■
Adjust the settings on the Video menu (see page 44). When you
change video settings, you should be able to see the effect on the
screen immediately. If you don’t like the new settings, you can
Reset
always select
to return to the factory default settings.
note
Images will be projected more
vividly if you adjust the
Tracking
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before the
Sync
.
■
If you’re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet, or an
extension cable, the image quality may be reduced.
■
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 laptop
computer and the projector, turn off the laptop LCD display.
The image is flickering or “noisy,” or you see vertical lines.
If you’re projecting from a computer, try pressing
control or
Enter
on the control panel. This resets the computer
display settings automatically.
If that doesn’t work, you may need to adjust the
settings manually using the buttons on the control panel. Hold down
each button to change the setting until your image looks correct. It is
best to project a gray screen (or the screen you see when you exit
Windows) when you adjust these settings.
Auto
on the remote
Tracking
and
Sync
The colors of the image are not right.
■
The color balance may be incorrect. If you’re displaying a
computer image, use the
Gamma
option in the projector’s Video
menu to adjust the balance of red, green, and blue. If you’re
displaying video, adjust the
Color, Tint
the Video menu. Also try adjusting the
Gamma
, and
Color Setting
settings on
option in
the Advanced menu.
■
Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance.
There is no sound.
note
Because of the different
technologies used, your
projected image may not
exactly match the colors on
your laptop or computer
monitor.
■
Try turning up the volume. Hold down the
press the right side of the
the right side of the
■
If you’re using a VCR or other video source, make sure the
Volume
Volume
button (control panel) or press
button (remote control).
Shift
button and
volume is not turned all the way down or muted. Also, make sure
the cables are connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1.
■
If your presentation includes computer audio, make sure the
volume control on your computer is not turned all the way down
or muted. Make sure the audio cable is securely connected to both
the projector and your computer’s headphone jack or
audio out jack. See page 14 (for laptops) or Appendix A (for other
systems).
■
Make sure the Windows volume controls on your computer are
not turned all the way down or set to Mute. You may be able to
check this by right-clicking the sound icon on your Windows
desktop.
■
Make sure the
■
The wrong source may be selected. Press the
button on the control panel—or the
Video
button on the remote control—to select the proper source.
A/V Mute
button is not enabled.
Computer
Comp1, Comp2/YCbCr
or
Video
, or
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Solving Problems with the Remote
Control
Freeze
A/V Mute
E-Zoom
1
Power
R/C ON
OFF
3
4
2
5
Enter
Esc
on/off
switch
The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands.
■
Make sure the remote control is turned on.
■
Make sure you are within 30 feet of the projector, and within
°
range of the projector’s front or back sensor (approximately 30
°
left or right and 15
■
The remote control batteries may not be installed correctly or may
above or below).
to
be low on power. To test the batteries, press the light button.
The other buttons on the remote should light up temporarily. If
they don’t, you need to change the batteries as described on
page 30.
■
Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescents. Make sure the
projector is not in direct sunlight. Strong lighting, especially
fluorescent lights, may affect the projector’s infrared receivers.
■
Turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy, such
as a radiant room heater.
You can’t control the mouse pointer with the remote
control.
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Make sure the mouse cable is securely connected to both your
computer’s mouse port or USB port and the projector’s mouse port.
For details, see page 13 (for laptops) or Appendix A (for other
systems).
Where To Get Help
EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support
services and automated telephone services 24 hours a day, as listed in
the following table.
Electronic support and automated telephone services
ServiceAccess
World Wide WebFrom the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s projector page at
http://www.epson.com/mul_proj/
Presenters Online Access tips, templates, training and more at
http://www.presentersonline.com
EPSON Internet FTP
Site
EPSON E-Mail
Technical Support
Automated Telephone
Services
If you have Internet FTP capability, use your web browser (or other software for
FTP downloading) to log onto
and your e-mail address as the password.
To receive technical advice through e-mail, go to http://support.epson.com
and complete the form under the troubleshooting tab, as requested.
A variety of automated help services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a
week. To use these services, you must have a touch tone telephone and call
(800) 922-8911.
ftp.epson.com
with the user name
Telephone Support Services
To use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661
and enter the PIN on the EPSON PrivateLine Support card included
in your Owner’s Kit. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live
representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6AM to 6PM,
Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the duration of your
warranty period.
You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one
of these numbers:
■
U.S.: (562) 276-4394, 6AM to 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday
through Friday
anonymous
■
Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6AM to 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday
through Friday
Toll or long distance charges may apply.
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Before you call, please have the following information ready:
■
Product name (EPSON PowerLite 7700p)
■
Product serial number (located on the bottom of the projector)
■
Computer configuration
■
Description of the problem
You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories
from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store at
www.epson.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call
(800) 873-7766 for dealer referral
.
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A
Appendix A: Connecting to
Additional Equipment
This appendix explains how to connect the projector to a desktop
computer or Macintosh, high-end workstation, more than one
computer, or a DVI video source. It also provides guidance on setting
up the projector in a permanent installation.
The following information is covered:
■
Installing the projector
■
Connecting to a PC desktop computer
■
Connecting to a desktop Macintosh
■
Connecting to a second computer
■
Connecting to a high-end workstation
■
Connecting to a DVI video source
Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment
77
Installing the Projector
The projector can be installed for three different viewing setups: front
projection, ceiling mounting, or rear projection onto a
semi-transparent screen, as shown:
front projectionceiling mountingrear projection
To project from overhead, you’ll need to select
projector’s Advanced menu. To project from the rear, select
Proj
. See “Setting Advanced Features” on page 53.
If you’re ceiling-mounting the projector and you place it above screen
level, you’ll have to tilt it down to position the image on-screen. This
causes the image to lose its square shape. You can then correct the
distortion by using the
system (see “Customizing Projector Features” on page 51) or by using
Keystone
the
If you place the projector’s lens so it’s level with the top of the screen,
the image will be square and you won’t have to adjust it. If you place
the lens lower than the top of the screen, you’ll have to tilt the
projector upward if you want to fill the whole screen with the image.
button on the projector’s control panel.
Keystone
function in the projector’s menu
Ceiling
in the
Rear
Controlling the Projector from a Computer
If you want to be able to control the projector’s settings from a
computer, you can install the EMP Link V program on the Projector
Software CD-ROM. You’ll also need a serial cable to connect the
projector to the computer.
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78
To install EMP Link V, insert the Projector Software CD-ROM in
your CD-ROM drive and follow the instructions on the screen. The
installation program also installs the EMP Link V User’s Guide on your
hard disk. You can access this manual in the EMP Link V folder for
complete instructions on using the program.
Connecting to an External Audio System
The projector’s internal speakers are loud enough for most rooms.
However, if your installation requires maximum volume and sound
quality, you can connect the projector to external speakers or a public
address (PA) system. If you’ve connected multiple audio and video
sources to the projector, the projector will automatically switch the
audio source along with the video source whenever the user chooses a
different video source. (See “Switching Between Picture Sources” on
page 27 or page 32.)
To connect the projector to an external sound system, you will need
an RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo audio cable, which may be included with
your sound system, or may be purchased from an electronics store.
Before you start, make sure the projector and speakers or PA system
are turned off.
1. Connect the cable’s 3.5-mm stereo miniplug to the projector’s
Audio Out
jack.
audio cable
2. Connect the RCA plugs to the speaker or PA system. Insert the
cable’s red plug into the
the
Audio L
jack of the external speaker system.
Audio R
jack, and the white plug into
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79
Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer
You can connect the projector to any IBM compatible PC. This
section includes instructions for the following:
■
Connecting the computer cable and computer monitor cable
■
Connecting the mouse cable (if you want to use the remote
control as a mouse)
■
Connecting the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio)
Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect.
Before beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.
Connecting the Computer and Monitor Cables
This illustration shows the connections you’ll be making. For details,
follow the steps below.
computer cable
1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of
the computer.
2. If you’ll be viewing the video on your computer monitor as well as
the projector screen, connect the monitor cable to the projector’s
Monitor Out
view the video output but the projection screen is behind you.)
3. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s
Computer 1
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80
monitor cable
port, as shown. (This is useful when you need to
(analog VGA) port.
4. Connect the other end of the computer cable to the computer’s
p
video port.
5. Tighten the screws on the connectors.
Connecting the Mouse Cable
To use the remote control as a mouse, follow the steps below. You’ll
use a different mouse cable, depending on whether your computer has
a round PS/2 mouse port or a flat USB port.
1. Connect the round end of the mouse cable to the projector’s
Mouse 1
port, as shown.
PS/2 or USB
mouse cable
note
If you have a PC with a
serial mouse port, you’ll need
a serial mouse cable. See your
rojector dealer to obtain the
correct cable.
Mouse 1 port
2. Disconnect your mouse from the port on the back of your
computer and replace it with the other end of the cable. (Your
computer’s mouse will be disabled while you are using the remote
control as a mouse.)
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81
Connecting the Audio Cable
If your presentation includes sound and you want to use the
projector’s built-in speakers, you’ll need to connect the audio cable.
1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the
Audio (Computer1)
jack on the projector.
Audio (Computer1) jack
audio cable
2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the speaker or
audio out port on the computer’s sound card.
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82
Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh
M
p
p
f
You can connect the projector to any desktop Macintosh. This section
includes instructions for the following:
■
Connecting the computer video cable and computer monitor
cable
■
Connecting the mouse cable (if you want to use your remote
control as a mouse)
■
Connecting the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio)
Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect.
Before beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.
Connecting the Computer and Monitor Cables
This illustration shows the connections you’ll be making. (You may
not need to use the adapters as shown.) For details, follow the steps
below.
Macintosh desktop
adapter (if needed)
Macintosh
monitor
adapter (if
needed)
note
acintosh configurations
vary. See your computer
manual for the location of the
orts needed to connect your
rojector. Older models may
require a Macintosh adapter
set, which you may purchase
rom EPSON; see page 8.
Macintosh
monitor cable
computer cable
1. Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of
the Macintosh.
2. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s
Computer 1
port, as shown.
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83
3. Connect the other end of the computer cable to the video port on
the Macintosh. If it doesn’t fit, you may have to use a Macintosh
desktop adapter, which you can buy from EPSON (see page 8).
To use the adapter, remove its cover as
shown and set its DIP switches according
to the resolution you want to use, such as
16-inch mode. See your Macintosh
documentation for instructions.
Replace the cover and connect the
adapter to the free end of the computer
video cable. Then plug the cable (with
the adapter) into the video port on your
Macintosh.
4. If you also want to view the presentation on your computer’s
monitor, connect the monitor cable to the projector’s
Out
port. (If necessary, attach a Macintosh monitor adapter to the
Monitor
monitor cable, as shown below, and then connect the adapter to
the projector’s
Monitor Out
port.)
Macintosh monitor
adapter (if needed)
5. Tighten the screws on the connectors.
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84
Connecting the Mouse Cable
To use the remote control as a mouse follow the steps below. If the
Macintosh has a USB port, you can use the USB mouse cable
included with the projector. If it has a round mouse port, you’ll need a
Macintosh mouse cable; see your projector dealer for help in obtaining
the correct cable.
1. Connect the round end of the USB mouse cable (or a Macintosh
mouse cable) to the projector’s
USB mouse cable
Mouse 1
port.
Mouse 1 port
2. Disconnect your Macintosh’s mouse cable. Connect the other end
of the projector’s mouse cable to the mouse or USB port on your
Macintosh.
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85
Connecting the Audio Cable
If your presentation includes sound and you want to use the
projector’s built-in speakers, you’ll need to connect the audio cable.
1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the
Audio (Computer1)
port on the projector.
Audio (Computer1)
port
audio cable
2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the speaker or
audio-out port on the Macintosh.
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86
Connecting to a Second Computer
If you want to connect a second computer to the projector, you need
to use the BNC connectors (labelled
Video
) on the projector. You’ll need a VGA (D-sub 15-pin) to BNC
cable, which you can purchase from your computer or electronics
dealer.
Because these connectors are also used for component video, you can’t
use a second computer and a component video source at the same
time.
Computer 2/Component
Follow these steps to connect a computer to the
Component Video
interface using a BNC cable:
Computer 2/
1. Connect the VGA (D-sub 15-pin) end of the cable to the
computer’s video port.
2. Connect the five connectors at the other end of the cable to the
projector’s
R/Cr/Pr
(horizontal sync), and
(red),
VSync
G/Y
(green),
B/Cb/Pb
(blue),
(vertical sync) ports, as shown
H/CSync
below.
Computer 1
Monitor Out
S-Video
L-Audio-RL-Audio-R
Video
Remote
Computer 2 /
R/Cr/Pr
(S-Video/BNC)
Analog Digital
Component Video
B/Cb/Pb H/C Sync V SyncG/Y
Audio(Computer1) Audio Out
Mouse 2Control (RS-232C)Mouse 1
BNC connectors
3. To display images properly, make sure the BNC option in the
RGB
projector’s Setting menu is set to
. See page 52 for
instructions.
4. If you want to hear computer-audio through the projector, you’ll
need an RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo cable (available for purchase from
your electronics store or video dealer).
Insert the cable’s 3.5-mm plug into your computer’s audio-out
port. Then attach the RCA connectors at the other end of the
cable to the
S-Video/BNC
ports on the projector.
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87
5. If you want to use the remote control as a wireless mouse for the
second computer, you need to use either the PS/2 mouse cable or
the USB mouse cable that came with the projector.
Connect the round end of the appropriate mouse cable to the
Mouse 2
the cable to the computer’s mouse or USB port.
port on the projector. Then connect the other end of
Connecting to a High-End Workstation
Your PowerLite projector is capable of remapping input resolutions
up to 1600
resolution for most leading workstations, your projector is ideal for
displaying workstation video output.
There is no standard for workstation video output. Workstations that
follow the SXGA standard and use the HD15 (standard VGA)
connector won’t need an adapter cable or any special connection
device. However, your system may vary; contact your computer dealer
if you need help connecting your workstation.
×
1200 pixels. Since 1280×1024 pixels is the default
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88
Connecting to a DVI Video Source
The projector’s Digital Visual Interface (DVI) receives pictures
directly from your computer in digital format. This lets the projector
display images of greater clarity than can be achieved using a standard
analog VGA connection.
To project images in digital video format, follow these steps:
1. Connect the computer’s DVI cable to the projector’s DVI port.
slide switch to right
note
You won’t be able to view
images on a separate monitor
when the DVI port is in use.
Monitor Out
S-Video
L-Audio-RL-Audio-R
Video
Remote
Computer 2 /
R/Cr/Pr
(S-Video/BNC)
Computer 1
Analog Digital
Component Video
B/Cb/Pb H/C Sync V SyncG/Y
Audio(Computer1) Audio Out
Mouse 2Control (RS-232C)Mouse 1
DVI port
2. Using the tip of a pen or a small screwdriver, slide the
Computer 1
interface switch to the right. (If you need to use the
projector’s analog port again, be sure to slide the switch back to
the left.)
If you want to connect audio for this computer, use the projector’s
Audio (Computer 1)
use the remote control as a wireless mouse), use the
port; if you want to connect a mouse cable (to
Mouse 1
port.
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89
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90
Appendix B: Notices
B
This appendix includes safety instructions and other important
information about your EPSON PowerLite 7700p.
Important Safety Instructions
Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the
projector:
■
Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
■
Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat.
■
Use attachments only as recommended.
■
Use the type of power source indicated on the projector. If you are
not sure of the power available, consult your dealer or power
company.
■
Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily
unplugged.
Placez le projecteur près d’une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être
débranchée facilement.
■
Insert the projector’s three-wire grounding-type plug into a
properly grounded outlet. If you have a two-prong outlet, contact
an electrician to replace it. Do not hold the plug with wet hands.
■
Take the following precautions for the plug. Failure to comply
with these precautions could result in sparks or fire: Do not insert
the plug into an outlet with dust present. Insert the plug firmly
into the outlet.
■
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles. This can cause fire or electric shock.
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91
■
Do not place the projector where the cord can be walked on. This
may result in fraying or damage to the plug.
■
Unplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
■
Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case. They
provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating.
Do not operate the projector on a sofa, rug, or other soft surface,
or in a closed-in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.
■
Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots. Never spill
liquid of any kind into the projector.
■
Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not
attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel. Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards.
■
Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when it will not
be used for extended periods.
■
Do not place the projector and remote control on top of
heat-producing equipment or in a hot location.
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92
■
Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions: When
the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. If liquid has been
spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed to rain or
water. If it does not operate normally when you follow the
operating instructions, or if it exhibits a distinct change in
performance, indicating a need for service. If it has been dropped
or the housing has been damaged.
■
If you use the projector in a country other than where you
purchased it, use the correct power cord for that country.
Remote Control Information
You can operate the projector by remote control via a line-of-sight
infrared (IR) receiver at the front and rear of the projector. The
projector may not respond to remote control commands under the
following conditions:
■
There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the
IR receiver on the projector.
■
Ambient light is too bright.
■
Certain types of fluorescent lighting are used.
■
A strong light source shines into the IR receiver.
■
Other equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant
room heater, is in the room.
These conditions commonly cause problems for most
infrared-controlled equipment. Try the following:
■
The remote control unit’s batteries may be low on power; replace
them.
■
Dim the ambient lighting and/or turn off any fluorescent lights.
■
Close any window coverings and/or move the projector out of
direct sunlight.
■
Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy.
If the remote control still does not work properly, remember you can
always control your computer-based presentation directly from the
computer, even in an environment containing one of the conditions
listed above.
Appendix B: Notices
93
Declaration of Conformity
According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15
Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or
CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B
Personal Computers
We:EPSON AMERICA, INC.
Located at:3840 Kilroy Airport Way
MS: 6-43
Long Beach, CA 90806-2469
Tel:(562) 290-5254
Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein,
complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B
digital device. Each product marketed, is identical to the
representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the
standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment
being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted,
due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required
by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Appendix B: Notices
94
Trade Name:EPSON
Type of Product: LCD Projector
Model:EMP-7700/ELP-7700
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