Epson PowerLite 825, PowerLite 826W, PowerLite 85 User Manual

PowerLite® 85/825/826W

Multimedia Projector

User’s Guide

Important Safety Information

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

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

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

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Contents

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

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

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

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

Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Projector Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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

Optional Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Displaying and Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . 15

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

Turning the Projector On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Turning On the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the Direct Power On Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Selecting the Image Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Troubleshooting Display Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

You Can’t Project an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display

the Same Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adjusting the Height of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Focusing and Zooming Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Adjusting the Image Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Correcting Computer Images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Replacing the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Controlling the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Turning Off the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Stopping Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Zooming Part of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Controlling the Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Adjusting the Aspect Ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adjusting the Color Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control. . . . . . 37

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

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

Customizing the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and
Other Equipment

Connecting to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Connecting to the VGA Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Connecting to the USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Connecting the USB Cable for Remote Mouse Control 42

Connecting an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Connecting to Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Connecting a Composite Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Connecting an S-Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Connecting a Component Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Connecting an RGB Video Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Connecting to a Digital Camera, Document Camera,

or Other Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Playing Sound Through the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Playing Computer Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Playing Sound from Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Connecting a Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Connecting External Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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Using the Projector on a Network. . . . . . . . . . . 53

Connecting to a Wired Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Installing the Optional Wireless LAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Using Quick Wireless Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Configuring Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Configuring the Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Using Ad Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Using Access Point Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Using Wireless Security Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Enabling WEP Encryption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Enabling WPA Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Enabling Data Encryption from EMP NS Connection . 82

Using the EasyMP Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Removing the Wireless LAN Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Using Projector E-mail Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Using SNMP to Monitor the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Using a Browser to Control the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Fine-Tuning the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Using the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Adjusting Signal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Using the Projector Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Enabling Password Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Creating Your Own Startup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Disabling the Projector’s Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Customizing Power and Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

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Maintaining the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Cleaning the Air Filter and Vent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

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Replacing the Lamp and Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Replacing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

Resetting the Lamp Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Using On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Checking Projector Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

What To Do When the Lights Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information . . . . . . . 119

Solving Projector Operation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

Solving Problems with the Image or Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Solving Network Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Speak to a Support Representative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Projector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

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Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

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Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

FCC Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Software Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

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Welcome

The PowerLite

®

85/825/826W is an easy-to-use projector that
weighs less than 7 pounds. From classrooms to boardrooms, your
full-color presentations and videos will be bright and vibrant even in
ordinary indoor lighting. You can connect the projector to a wide
range of computers and video sources. You can project from a USB
storage device or over your network. With the optional wireless LAN
module, you can project over an 802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a
wireless network.

Easy setup, control, and security:

■ 8.5-second startup time and Instant Off

®

feature for fast setup

and shut down

■ Automatic digital keystone correction

■ Closed captioning

■ 1.6x optical zoom lens for flexible placement and positioning

■ USB projection for quick and easy connection

■ 10 Watt speaker and microphone input

■ Security features including password, user’s logo, and the ability

to lock the projector buttons

■ A/V Mute slide to block the lens and save lamp life when you

want to temporarily stop projecting

New features and industry firsts:

■ Project up to four different images from one computer

■ Project only the PowerPoint

®

slide images while viewing handout

notes and controls on the computer screen

■ Project from a thumb drive or other USB storage device

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Using Your Documentation

This electronic User’s Guide provides detailed instructions on using
your projector.

In addition, your projector CD-ROM includes the EasyMP Operation
Guide and the EMP Monitor Operation Guide. Refer to these manuals
for detailed instructions on using the projector in a network
environment (for example, to give presentations over a wireless
network or monitor the projector from a remote location). To set up
your projector for the first time on a network, see page 53 of this
User’s Guide.

Please follow these guidelines as you read through this manual:

■ Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

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

■ Notes contain important information about your projector.

■ Tips contain additional projection hints.

Getting More Information

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

■ Quick Setup sheet

Gives you the instructions you need to get your projector up and
running.

■ Built-in help system

Provides assistance for common problems. Available from the

?Help button on the projector or the remote control. See

page 116 for details.

■ epson.com/support

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

■ PrivateLine support

If you still need help after checking this User’s Guide and the
sources listed above, you can use the Epson PrivateLine

®

Support

service to get help fast. Call [phone] and enter the PIN on

the PrivateLine card. Or take advantage of Epson’s automated
support services 24 hours a day. See page 130 for more
information.

Registration and Warranty

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

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

To register, simply fill out the registration card and mail it to Epson.
Or you can register online using your projector CD or at
http://www.epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive
special updates on new accessories, products, and services.

Road Service. In the

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Unpacking the Projector

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

PDF manual and

Projector

Remote control and

2 AA batteries

Power cord VGA computer cable USB cable

registration CD-ROM

Security sticker

Projector software

CD-ROM

Carrying case

Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use
the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the
projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by
hand, use the carrying case. See page 113 for transportation
instructions.

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Projector Parts

S-Vid

Front

Control
panel

Remote
receiver

Foot release
lever

A/V mute
slide lever

Lamp cover

A/V mute slide

Air filter

Air filter
cover switch

Security
slot

Security
bar

Back

Remote
receiver

Rear
adjustable
foot

Speaker

USB Type B
port

LAN
port

Microphone
jack

USB Type A
port

Computer1
and 2 ports and
audio jacks

Power
inlet

port

RS-232
serial port

eo

Video
port

Monitor
Out port

Audio L-R
input jacks

Rear
adjustable foot

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Control Panel

Adjusts
volume

Turns projector
on and off

Opens menu system

Corrects
Keystone

Cancel/exit

Indicate
projector status

Searches for
source image

Adjusts
volume

Corrects
Keystone

Opens help
system

Additional Components

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

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

may be provided with your video equipment, or you can purchase
one from Epson; see the list on page 13.

■ To receive a component video signal from a DVD player or other

video device, you’ll need an component-to-VGA video cable. You
can purchase one from Epson; see the list on page 13.

■ To play sound through your projector you will need an audio

cable. One may be provided with your equipment, or you can
purchase one from an electronics store.

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Optional Accessories

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

Product Part number

Replacement lamp V13H010L50

Air filter replacement set (2 filters) V13H134A22

Image presentation camera (ELPDC05) V12H162020

DC-10s document camera ELPDC10S

DC-06 document camera V12H321001

Wireless LAN module V12H306P11

Quick Wireless Connection USB key V12H005M05

Wheeled soft case
Soft shoulder case for projector and laptop
ATA molded hardshell case
SwissGear

Universal projector ceiling mount
Advanced projector ceiling mount
High security projector ceiling mount
Adjustable suspended ceiling channel kit
Suspended false ceiling plate kit
Structural round ceiling plate
Adjustable extension column, 8 to 11 inches

Kensington

Duet™ portable projector screen
50-inch portable screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
60-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
80-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)

Component-to-VGA video cable
S-video cable

Distribution amplifier ELPDA01

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backpack

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security lock ELPSL01

ELPKS62
ELPKS61
ELPKS58
ELPKS63

ELPMBPJF
ELPMBPRG
ELPMBATA
ELPMBP01
ELPMBP02
ELPMBP03
ELPMBC01

ELPSC80
ELPSC06
ELPSC07
ELPSC08

ELPKC19
ELPSV01

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

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Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Whether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment,

you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the
screen.

Follow the guidelines in this chapter for:

■ Positioning the projector

■ Turning the projector on and off

■ Selecting the image source

■ Troubleshooting display problems

■ Adjusting the image

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note

You can mount the projector
on the ceiling, or place it
behind a translucent screen
for rear projection. See
page 133 for details.

Positioning the Projector

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

Use the figures below to help you determine placement. (The image
shown below is projected at a 4:3 aspect ratio, but the PowerLite
826W is capable of displaying images as wide as 16:10.) Image size
increases with distance, but can vary depending on how you position
the zoom ring and whether you’ve adjusted the image with other
settings.

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PowerLite 826W

Also keep these considerations in mind:

■ Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.

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

under the projector. Do not set the projector on top of anything
that could block the vents.

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

outlet or extension cord.

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

note

After positioning the
projector, you may want to
connect a Kensington
MicroSaver
device to the lock port on the
projector. You can purchase
this from Epson; see
page 13.

®

anti-theft

Projector

Screen

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note

You can set the projector to
automatically turn off the
lamp and enter “sleep mode”
when it has not received any
signals or the A/V Mute slide
remains closed for a period
of time. This conserves
electricity, cools the
projector, and extends the
life of the lamp. To enable
sleep mode, see page 101.

If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by
extending the front adjustable foot. This causes the image to become
“keystone” shaped, but you can correct the distortion by pressing the
buttons on the projector. See page 26 for detailed information about
correcting the image shape.

For instructions on installing the projector in a permanent location,
such as a theater or conference room, see page 133.

Turning the Projector On and Off

Make sure your projector and any computer or video equipment are
connected as described on page 39. Turn on your connected
equipment before starting the projector so it can automatically detect
and display the image source. If you turn on the projector first, or
have multiple pieces of connected equipment, you may have to select
the image source manually (see page 21).

Turning On the Projector

Follow these steps to turn on the projector:

1. Open the A/V Mute slide (lens cover).

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

The P power light turns orange.

Power light

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

projector.

warning

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

note

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

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

4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 95.

Using the Direct Power On Function

The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector will
start up automatically when you plug it in; you won’t have to press the
Ppower button.

Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On:

1. Press the

Extended menu.

2. Choose

3. Choose

Menu button on the remote control and select the

Operation and press Enter.

Direct Power On and press Enter.

4. Highlight

5. Press
time you plug in the projector.

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On and press Enter.

Esc or Menu to exit. The setting will take effect the next

Shutting Down the Projector

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

1. To turn off the projector, press the

Ppower
control or projector.

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

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

and you can unplug the power cord.

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

3. If you extended the adjustable front foot, press up on the foot
release lever to retract it.

4. Close the A/V Mute slide.

button on the remote

note

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

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

Selecting the Image Source

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

If you don’t see the image you want, press the
remote control or the

Source Search button on the projector until

you see the image you want to project.

Search button on the

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note

To focus and adjust the
image, see page 24. If a
projected image fails to
appear, see page 22 for help.

You can also use the

Source buttons on the remote control to switch

between devices connected to the ports identified on each button, or

LAN to project through your network.

select

Troubleshooting Display Problems

Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image.

You Can’t Project an Image

If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following:

■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described

beginning on page 39.

■ Make sure the P power light is green and not flashing and the

A/V Mute slide is open.

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

you may need to press the
projector’s control panel or
to select the correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector
to sync up after pressing the button.)

Source Search button on the

Search button on the remote control

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

keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be
labeled
hold down the
the projector to sync up after changing the setting.

■ See page 120 for more solutions.

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

Fn key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for

The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display the Same Image

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

If you’re using a PC notebook:

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

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

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

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

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

CRT/LCD or have an icon such as

Fn key while pressing it.

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

Advanced. The method for adjusting the settings varies by

brand; you may need to click a

Display utility. In the Display

Settings tab, then click

Monitor tab, then make sure the

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

If you’re using Mac OS X:

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

1. From the Apple

Displays.

2. Click

Detect Displays.

3. Make sure the

®

menu, select System Preferences, then select

VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected.

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 23

4. Click the

Make sure
Mirror Displays
is checked

Arrangement (or Arrange) tab.

5. Make sure the

Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.

Adjusting the Image

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

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

page 25.

■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 25.

■ If the image isn’t square, see page 26.

■ If a computer image displays incorrectly, see page 28.

■ If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see page 87.

24 Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Adjusting the Height of Your Image

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

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

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

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

Raising the projector causes the image to distort or “keystone,” but
you can correct the shape as described on page 26.

Focusing and Zooming Your Image

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

Turn the zoom ring on the projector to reduce or enlarge the image.

Focus Zoom

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 25

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

E-Zoom

buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image.
See page 33 for instructions.

Adjusting the Image Shape

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

Even if the projector is slightly tilted (within a range of 30° up or
down), the projector has an automatic keystone correction function
that detects and corrects vertical keystone distortion.

Corrected imageProjector tilted up Projector tilted down

It takes about one second after projection starts for the image to be
corrected. During this time, a vertical keystone correction gauge
appears on the screen.

Keystone correction

If your image is still distorted, you can correct it using the Keystone
buttons on the projector’s control panel or the projector’s Setting
menu.

26 Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Using Keystone Correction

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

■ Press one of the two keystone correction buttons on the

projector’s control panel, as shown below. Continue pressing the
button until you are satisfied with the shape of the image.

■ Or press the Menu button on the remote control or projector,

select the

Settings menu, and press Enter.

tip

You can display a test
pattern to help align the
image (see page 94).

From the Settings menu, select

Keystone and press Enter. Use

the pointer buttons on the remote control to adjust the
keystone setting as needed.

If the image quality declines (for example, lines or edges look
jagged), reduce the sharpness setting. See page 91.

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 27

Correcting Computer Images

note

The Auto button works only
with computer images
projected through the VGA
port.

If you’re connected to a computer and the image doesn’t look right,
press the

Auto button on the remote control or the Enter button on

the projector. This automatically resets the projector’s tracking, sync,
resolution, and position settings.

If the

Auto button doesn’t correct the problem, you may need to

adjust the tracking or sync using the projector’s Signal menu. See
page 92 for more information.

28 Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Using the Remote Control

The projector includes a number of tools to enhance your

presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control,
which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room—up
to 20 feet away.

You can use the remote control to adjust the picture and sound
(page 31) or to adjust the color mode for various environments
(page 36). You can also use it as a wireless mouse when projecting
from a computer (page 37) or as a pointer to highlight your
presentation (page 38).

This chapter covers:

■ Using the remote control

■ Controlling the picture and sound

2

■ Operating your computer with the remote control

■ Highlighting your presentation

29

note

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

Using the Remote Control

Follow these tips for using the remote control:

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

screen.

■ Stand within 20 feet of the projector.

■ Avoid using the remote under bright fluorescent lamps or in

direct sunlight, or the projector may not respond properly.

Replacing the Batteries

caution

When replacing batteries,
take the following
precautions:

■ Replace the batteries as

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

■ Do not expose batteries to

heat or flame.

■ Dispose of used batteries

according to local
regulations.

■ Remove the batteries if

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

Replace the batteries as described below:

1. Turn the remote control over.

2. Press the tab on the battery cover
to open it.

3. Install two AA batteries,
inserting the

+ and – ends

as shown.

4. Close the cover, pressing it down
until it snaps into place.

30 Using the Remote Control

Controlling the Picture and Sound

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

Switching Between Picture Sources

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

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

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

Source Search button on the

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

to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on
each button, or to project through a network.

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

Using the Remote Control 31

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. This does the same thing as the A/V Mute slide
(shown on page 18) and is useful if you want to temporarily redirect
your audience’s attention.

■ To turn off the picture and sound, press the A/V Mute button.

The screen turns black.

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

note

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

You can have the screen turn blue when you press the

A/V Mute

button. You can also have an image, such as a company logo, display
on the screen (see page 98).

Stopping Action

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

■ To stop the action and keep the current image on the screen, press

Freeze button. The sound continues.

the

■ To restart it, press the Freeze button again.

32 Using the Remote Control

Zooming Part of Your Image

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

1. Press the

E-Zoom button on the remote control.

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

2. Use the pointer buttons to position the crosshair.

3. Continue pressing the

E-Zoom button to enlarge the selected

area up to 4× magnification.

4. While the image is enlarged, you can:

■ Use the pointer buttons to move around the screen.

■ Press the E-Zoom button to zoom out.

5. When done, press the

ESC button to return the image to its

original size.

Controlling the Volume

To change the volume, press the or button on the remote
control or projector.

note

To temporarily shut off the
sound and picture, press the
A/V Mute button or close
the A/V Mute slide.

You can also adjust the volume using the projector’s menu system. See
page 94.

Using the Remote Control 33

Adjusting the Aspect Ratio

You can use the Aspect button on the remote control to adjust how
an image fits into the display area. Each time you press the button, the
projector changes to the next setting.

When Connected to Video Equipment

If you’re projecting from video equipment such as a DVD player, set
the projector’s
example, if the video player is set to output images at a 16:9 aspect
ratio, set the projector’s
player outputs images at a 4:3 aspect ratio, select
85/825) or

Aspect setting to match that of the player. For

Aspect setting to 16:9 so they match. If the

4:3 (PowerLite

Normal (PowerLite 85/826W).

34 Using the Remote Control

PowerLite 85/825

4:3 setting 16:9 setting

PowerLite 826W

Normal setting 16:9 setting

Note that the projector’s native aspect ratio is narrower than 16:9.
Therefore, widescreen movies and HDTV broadcasts will display with
black bars at the top and bottom when
setting. For the PowerLite 826W, you can select

16:9 is selected as the Aspect

Full to stretch the

image vertically to fill the whole projection area.

When Connected to a Computer

For computer images, Normal is usually the best setting to select.
This displays the image at the largest possible size without stretching
it. For computers with wide-panel WXGA displays, the PowerLite
826W displays the image at WXGA resolution, making full use of the
display area; likewise, the PowerLite 85/825 displays XGA images to
their best advantage.

Depending on your computer display and projector model, you may
see black bars at the edges. In that case, try selecting
PowerLite 826W also lets you select:

■ Full to stretch the image to fill the whole projection area

■ Zoom to fit the image in one dimension only, with the other

dimension cut off

16:9. The

note

If part of the image remains
cut off, check the projector’s
Resolution setting (see
page 92). Select Normal or
Wide, depending on the size
of your computer’s display
panel.

■ Through to display the image without stretching or scaling it

If the resolution of the image is the same as the projector’s, changing
the

Aspect setting has no effect. Also, if you’re projecting through

your computer’s USB port, you can’t change the projector’s aspect
ratio; instead, change your computer’s resolution to match that of the
projector.

Using the Remote Control 35

Adjusting the Color Mode

You can use the Color Mode button on the remote control to adjust
the color, brightness, and other aspects of your image. This lets you
quickly adjust the image for various uses.

Press the button repeatedly to select from the following settings:

Dynamic: For increased brightness and contrast when playing video

games or watching TV in a bright room. If you notice video delays
during high-speed gaming, turn off the
page 92).

Presentation: For computer presentations in a bright room with

color graphics.

Whiteboard: For computer presentations in a bright room with

black-and-white text and graphics.

Theatre: For watching movies in a dark room.

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

Sports: For vivid TV images projected in a bright room (video,

S-video, or composite video only).

Progressive setting (see

36 Using the Remote Control

sRGB: For matching the color palette of standard sRGB computer

displays

Blackboard: For projecting accurate colors on a green chalkboard

(adjusts the white point).

Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control

If you connect a computer to the projector with a USB cable, as
described on page 42, then select
Type B setting in the Extended menu (see page 101), you can use the
remote control in place of your computer’s mouse. This gives you
more flexibility when delivering slideshow-style presentations, since
you won’t have to stand next to the computer to change slides.

■ Use the Page Up and Down buttons to move through a

slideshow.

Page up or down
to change slides
in PowerPoint

Wireless Mouse for the USB

Right-click

Move cursor

Left-click

■ Use the pointer buttons to move the cursor on the screen.

■ Press the Enter button once to left-click, or press it twice to

double-click. Press the

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

Esc button to right-click.

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

it, press

Enter to release it.

Using the Remote Control 37

Highlighting Your Presentation

You can display a pointer to call out important information on the
screen. If you want to customize the pointer tool, you can choose from
three alternative shapes.

Using the Pointer Tool

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

Pointer

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

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

38 Using the Remote Control

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

Pointer or Esc

Customizing the Pointer Tool

You can change the appearance of the pointer by choosing from three
alternative shapes.

1. Press the

Settings menu, highlight Pointer Shape, and press Enter. You

can select one of the pointer shapes shown at the left.

2. Select the shape you want and press

3. Highlight

4. Press

Menu button on the remote control, highlight the

Enter.

Return and press Enter.

Menu to exit from the menu system.

Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment

This chapter tells you how to connect the projector to a notebook or

desktop computer, and/or to video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD
player, or video camera. You can also connect the projector to a USB
storage device, digital camera, document camera, microphone, or
external speakers.

Follow the instructions in this chapter on:

■ Connecting to a computer

■ Connecting video equipment

3

■ Connecting to a document camera, digital camera, or other device

■ Playing sound through the projector

39

note

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

note

Make sure the Input Signal
setting in the Signal menu is
set to Auto or RGB (see
page 93).

Connecting to a Computer

You can connect the projector to any computer that has a standard
VGA output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC notebook

®

computers, MacBook
hand-held devices.

You can also connect to the USB port on a Windows

■ To connect to your computer’s VGA port, see the instructions

below.

■ To connect using your computer’s USB port, see page 41.

■ To control your presentation using the remote control as a

“wireless mouse,” see page 42.

Connecting to the VGA Port

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

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

Computer1 or Computer2 port, and the other end to your

blue
computer’s monitor port.

, PowerBook®, and iBook® systems, and

®

computer.

Connect to computer

2. You can connect an optional stereo mini-jack audio cable to play
sound through the projector (see page 49), or connect the USB
cable to use the remote control as a mouse (see page 42).

40 Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment

3. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 18 for
instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image.

Once the projector is turned on, select the image source: press the

Search button on the remote control or the Source Search

button on the projector’s control panel.

Connecting to the USB Port

You can connect a Windows Vista®, Windows XP, or Windows 2000
(SP4) computer to the projector’s Type B (square) USB port
and project your computer’s display.

The first time you connect your computer to the projector’s USB
port, software from the projector installs on your computer.

1. Follow the instructions beginning on page 18 to turn on the
projector and adjust the image.

note

The USB display feature is
not available for Windows
98, Windows Me, or
Macintosh. To use this
feature, your computer must
allow you to install software
from the projector. You may
need Administrator rights.

2. Make sure the
menu is set to

USB Type B setting in the projector’s Extended

USB Display (see page 101).

3. Turn on your computer.

4. Locate the USB cable that came with your projector.

5. Connect the square end of the cable to the projector’s

Type B

(square) USB port.

USB cable

6. Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on
your notebook or desktop computer.

Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment 41

Messages appear as the projector is recognized and the software
installation begins.

note

Next time you connect via
USB, you won’t have to
wait for the software to
install.

7. Follow the instructions on your computer screen to install the
Epson USB Display software. If you see a “Digital Signature
Warning,” select

Continue. You will only need to install the

software the first time you connect.

8. After the software has installed, press the
remote control.

USB Display appears briefly in the upper right

USB button on the

corner of the image and you see your computer’s desktop
displayed by the projector.

Connecting the USB Cable for Remote Mouse Control

If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter using the

Computer1 or Computer2 port, you can use the projector’s remote

control as a wireless mouse. This lets you control your computer and
click through slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint
from up to 20 feet away (see page 37 for more information).

The wireless mouse function is supported on systems with a USB port

®

running Windows or Mac OS

.

1. Locate the USB cable that came with your projector.

®,

2. Connect the square end of the cable to the projector’s
(square) USB port.

USB cable

42 Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment

Type B

3. Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on
your notebook or desktop computer.

4. Set the

Wireless Mouse (see page 101).

5. Press the

USB Type B setting in the projector’s Extended menu to

Computer button on the remote control to select your

computer as the source. (The wireless mouse function doesn’t
work when other sources are selected.)

6. If necessary, configure your computer to work with a USB mouse.
See your computer documentation for details.

Connecting an External Monitor

If you want to see your presentation close-up as well as on the
projection screen, you can connect an external monitor to the
projector.

This lets you view images on your computer monitor while the
projector is in standby mode (plugged in but not turned on). You can
also check your presentation or switch between picture sources even if
you’ve pressed the
projection on the screen.

Connect the monitor’s cable to the projector’s
shown.

A/V Mute button on the remote control to turn off

Monitor Out port as

note

To use an external monitor,
your computer must be
connected to the Computer1
port.

Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment 43

RCA connector

(composite video)

S-video

connector

Connecting to Video Equipment

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

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

connector, see “Connecting a Composite Video Source” on
page 44.

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

S-Video Source” on page 45.

VGA connector

(RGB video)

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

labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), see “Connecting a
Component Video Source” on page 46.

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

connector for a VGA-style monitor cable or three connectors
labeled R/G/B), see “Connecting an RGB Video Source” on
page 47.

After connecting video cables, you may also want to connect an audio
cable to play sound through the projector; see page 49.

Connecting a Composite Video Source

1. Locate an RCA-style video cable (one is usually provided with
your video equipment or you can purchase one from an
electronics dealer).

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

Video connector on the projector:

Connect video cable

44 Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment

3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 49 for
instructions on connecting audio cables.

4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 18 for
instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image.

Once the projector is turned on, select the image source: press the

Search button on the remote control or the Source Search

button on the projector’s control panel.

Connecting an S-Video Source

1. Locate an S-video cable (one is usually provided with your video
equipment or you can purchase one from Epson; see page 13).

2. Connect the cable to the S-video connector on your player and

S-Video connector on the projector:

the

Connect S-video cable

3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 49 for
instructions on connecting audio cables.

4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 18 for
instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image.

Once the projector is turned on, select the image source: press the

Search button on the remote control or the Source Search

button on the projector’s control panel.

Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment 45

Connecting a Component Video Source

You will need a component-to-VGA cable, or a component video
cable and adapter, for this connection. You can order the
component-to-VGA cable (ELPKC19) from Epson; see page 13 for
more information.

Component-to­VGA cable
(ELPKC19)

note

Make sure the Input Signal
setting in the Signal menu is
set to Auto or Component
Video (see page 93).

1. Connect the VGA-end of the cable to the blue

Computer2

connector on the projector.

Connect component­to-VGA cable

Computer1 or

2. Insert the three component ends of the component-to-VGA cable
into the color-coded output ports on your video source, usually
labelled

Y, Pb, Pr or Y, Cb, Cr.

3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 49 for
instructions on connecting audio cables.

4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 18 for
instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image.

Once the projector is turned on, press the
remote control or the
control panel and select

Source Search button on the projector’s

Computer1 or Computer2 as the image

source.

46 Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment

Search button on the

Connecting an RGB Video Source

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

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

Computer1 or Computer 2 port on the projector.

Connect to RGB video source

3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 49 for
instructions on connecting audio cables.

4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 18 for
instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image.

Once the projector is turned on, press the
remote control or the
control panel and select

Source Search button on the projector’s

Computer1 or Computer2 as the image

Search button on the

source.

note

Make sure the Input Signal
setting in the Signal menu is
set to Auto or RGB Video
(see page 93).

Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment 47

Connecting to a Digital Camera,

note

Use a cable less than 10 feet
long and connect the camera
directly to the projector.
Your projector may not
function correctly if you use
a longer cable or connect
your camera to a USB hub.

If you connect a USB hard
drive, make sure you use the
AC adapter to power the
hard drive.

Flash memory drives must
be formatted FAT 16/32,
and images can’t exceed
4608 × 3072.

Document Camera, or Other Device

You can connect a digital camera, document camera, USB flash
memory drive (thumb drive), or other device. Use the USB cable
specified for your device.

You can use the projector’s Slideshow feature (see the EasyMP
Operation Guide for details) to present JPEG images.

1. Connect the flat end of the USB cable to the
port on the projector, as shown. You can connect a thumb drive
directly to the

Thumb
drive

Type A USB port.

Digital
camera

USB cable

Document
camera

Type A USB

Indicator
light

2. Connect the other end of the cable to your digital camera,
document camera, or other device.

The indicator light turns orange and then green when a USB
device is connected.

3. Press the

Search

USB button on the remote control or the Source

button on the projector’s control panel.

If you connect a digital camera or USB storage device, you can use
the pointer and

Enter buttons on the remote control to

move through your images.

48 Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment

4. When you are finished projecting from the USB device, turn off
the device if necessary, then disconnect the USB cable.

Playing Sound Through the Projector

You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system or attach
an external speaker system. You can also connect a microphone and
output the sound through the projector.

You can use the or
remote control to adjust the volume.

Volume buttons on the projector or the

Playing Computer Audio

For laptop and most desktop computers, use a 3.5 mm stereo
mini-jack cable, which you can purchase from a computer or
electronics store.

1. Connect one end of the cable to the
the projector.

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

audio-out jack, or your computer’s speaker or audio-out

port.

Audio1 or Audio2 jack on

Connect to computer
audio-out port

Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment 49

note

If you are using the
component-to-VGA cable,
you will need to connect an
audio adapter to use the
Audio1 or Audio2 jack.

Playing Sound from Video Equipment

For video equipment, use an RCA-style audio cable, which you can
purchase from an electronics store.

1. Connect the red and white plugs on one end of the cable to the

R Audio jacks on the projector.

and

Connect to
audio-out
ports for
video
equipment

2. Connect the red and white plugs on the other end to the
corresponding color-coded audio output jacks on your video
source.

Connecting a Microphone

You can connect a dynamic microphone to the projector’s Mic port,
using a 3.5 mm mini-jack cable as shown below.

L

Use the

Mic Input Volume option on the Settings menu to adjust the

volume. See page 94 for more information.

50 Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment

Connecting External Speakers

You can output sound from the projector to external speakers with a
built-in amplifier.

1. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers.

Depending on your speakers, you may be able to use a standard
audio cable with a stereo mini-jack connector on one end and pin
jacks on the other end. For some speakers, you may need a special
cable or adapter.

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

Out

Audio cable

Audio

3. Connect the other end of the cable to your speakers.

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

Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment 51

52 Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment

Using the Projector on a Network

This chapter tells you how to prepare to send images to your

projector through a wireless or wired network.

Using Quick Wireless Connection or EMP NS Connection, you can
project images shown on your computer screen—including text,
graphics, and video—directly to your audience. See the EasyMP
Operation Guide for information on features and use.

You can use EMP Monitor (available for Windows only) to monitor
and control your projector through the network. For information on
installing and using EMP Monitor, see the EMP Monitor Operation
Guide.

4l

You’ll find instructions in this chapter on:

■ Connecting the projector to a wired LAN

■ Installing the optional wireless LAN module

■ Using Quick Wireless Connection

■ Configuring projector and network settings

■ Using wireless security options

■ Removing the optional wireless LAN module

■ Sending e-mail alerts and monitoring the projector

■ Using a browser to control the projector

For wireless connection, make sure you’ve installed the optional
wireless LAN module, as described on page 57. Then follow the steps
in this chapter to use Quick Wireless Connection (Windows only) or
configure your projector and network. See the EasyMP Operation

53

Guide for instructions on installing the EMP NS Connection
software. The EasyMP Operation Guide also contains instructions on
using the software to project over the network.

Connecting to a Wired Network

With a shielded, Category-5 Ethernet cable, you can connect the
projector to your network and configure it with an IP address. You
can then project from multiple computers on your network without
changing any cables.

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

LAN port on the projector as shown.

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

3. Point the remote control at the projector and press the Ppower
button.

4. Press the
the source.

54 Using the Projector on a Network

Network cable

LAN button on the remote control to select network as

5. Press the Menu button on the remote control, select the

Network menu, then press Enter.

6. Choose

7. Select the

8. Choose

Network Configuration and press Enter.

Wired LAN menu and press Enter.

IP Settings and press Enter. You see a screen like the

following:

9. Do one of the following:

■ If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the

DHCP setting.

■ If your network does not assign addresses automatically, turn

off

DHCP and enter the projector’s IP Address, Subnet

, and Gateway Address, as needed.

Mask

Using the Projector on a Network 55

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

Enter button. When you’re finished entering an address

in the network menu, highlight

Return, then press the Enter

button.

10. To prevent the IP address from appearing on the standby screen,
set the

IP Address Display setting to Off.

11. When you’re done making all necessary changes, select
and press the

Enter again to confirm.

Menu to exit the menu system.

Press

Enter button to save your settings. Then press

Complete

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Installing the Optional Wireless LAN Module

Make sure you have the optional Wireless LAN Module. Turn off the
projector and disconnect the power cord before you install the
module.

1. Open the air filter cover by sliding the switch and pulling down
the cover.

Using the Projector on a Network 57

2. Insert the wireless LAN module as shown.

3. Fasten the module using the screw that came with it.

Insert
screw here

4. Close the air filter cover.

If you have the optional USB key, you can use Quick Wireless
connection as described in the next section. Or, you can configure
your connection manually as described on page 59.

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Using Quick Wireless Connection

Using the optional USB key, you can quickly connect the projector to
a Windows computer wirelessly without any configuration.

First, make sure you have installed the wireless module as described on
page 57 and turned on the projector.

1. Connect the USB key to the projector’s
port.

2. When you see a projected message that the network information
update is complete, remove the USB key.

3. Connect the USB key to a USB port on your computer or
notebook.

In Windows Vista, if you see the AutoPlay window, select

Run LaunchU3.exe. When you see the User Account Control

screen, click

4. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the Quick Wireless
Connection driver.

If you see a Windows Firewall message, click
firewall.

After a few minutes, your computer image will be displayed
through the projector. If not, try restarting your computer.

5. When you’re done with your presentation, remove the USB key.
You may need to restart your computer to reactivate your wireless
interface.

Allow.

Type A (flat) USB

Yes to disable the

note

Do not attempt to write to
the USB key or use it as a
flash memory drive.

note

The Quick Wireless
Connection utility will
disable any other wireless
sessions and adapter
programs. Make sure you
leave the USB key in your
computer for your entire
Quick Wireless Connection
session.

Configuring Basic Settings

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

1. Press the

2. Choose

Menu button, then choose Network and press Enter.

Network Configuration and press Enter.

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3. Choose

Basic and press Enter. You see the following screen:

4. Make sure the projector has a unique name, so you can identify it
on your network.

If you need to rename it, highlight the
then press

Enter.

Projector name text box

5. Use the buttons on the remote control to select individual
letters; then press

Enter to input a character. To add a blank space

or to navigate backward and forward through the input text,
highlight the arrows and press
capital letters, highlight the option and press
done, highlight

Finish and press Enter.

Enter. To toggle symbol settings or

Enter. When you’re

6. If you want to create a password for using PJLink to control the
projector, highlight

PJLink Password, press Enter, and enter a

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

Finish and press Enter.

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

Web Control Password, press Enter, and

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

Finish and press Enter.

8. If you want to set up a security keyword so that only people who
are in the same room as the projector can access it, turn

keyword

on. Then when you want to connect to the projector, it

Projector

displays a randomized four-digit number or “keyword” on the
screen. If you’re using EMP NS Connection, you can enter the
keyword on your computer to connect (see the EasyMP Operation
Guide for details).

9. When you’re done making these settings, highlight the
button at the top of the screen, then press

Complete

and press Enter, then choose Yes and press Enter to

Enter. Choose

Return

save your settings.

Configuring the Connection

You can use NS Connection to connect to the projector and send
images wirelessly in two modes: Ad Hoc mode or Access Point mode.

■ Ad Hoc mode (computer-to-computer mode) lets you connect

just one computer to the projector at a time; it’s easy to set up,
and the only equipment you need is a computer with a wireless
(802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a) network card or adapter, or a
Macintosh
you connect with this mode, any connection to other wireless
networks is broken; you can connect to the projector only.

■ Access Point mode (infrastructure mode) lets multiple computers

access the projector at the same time and easily trade off control
over the projector. To use Access Point mode, you need a wireless
(802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a) access point or an AirPort
Extreme (or AirPort) base station, and one or more computers
with wireless network cards or adapters.

®

with an AirPort® or AirPort Extreme card. When

note

Make sure you’ve installed
the NS Connection software
as described in the EasyMP
Operation Guide.

To connect to the projector
over a wireless network, your
computer must be running
Windows 2000, XP, or
Vista. Your Mac must be
running Mac OS X 10.3 to

10.5.

Access Point mode
(infrastructure mode) is
required to achieve transfer
speeds up to 54MB/sec on an

802.11g network. Ad Hoc
mode (computer-to­computer mode) limits
network connections to
11MB/sec. This is a
standard specification of

802.11g networking.

Follow the instructions below for the mode you want to use.

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Using Ad Hoc Mode

To use Ad Hoc (computer-to-computer) mode, adjust your projector
and wireless card or adapter settings as described in this section.

Configuring the Projector

1. Press the Menu button, then choose Network and press Enter.

2. Choose

3. Choose

4. Make sure
the buttons on the remote control to highlight
press

Network Configuration and press Enter.

Wireless LAN and press Enter. You see this screen:

Quick is selected for the Connection mode. If not, use

Quick, then

Enter to select it.

5. If your network is using 802.11a, use the buttons on the
remote control to highlight

802.11a, then press Enter to select it.

6. If your network card supports an SSID or ESSID name (see
page 66), highlight the
name:

Use the buttons to select individual letters; then press
to input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate backward
and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and
press

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SSID text box, press Enter, and enter a

Enter

Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital letters, highlight

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

Enter.

Note that the SSID is case-sensitive (if you enter the name in
uppercase on the projector, you must type it the same way on the
computer connecting to the projector).

7. If you want to prevent the SSID from being displayed on the
standby screen, set the

SSID Display option to Off.

8. To prevent the IP address from appearing on the standby screen,
set the

IP Address Display setting to Off.

9. When you’re done making these settings, highlight the
button at the top of the screen, then press

Complete

and press Enter, then choose Yes and press Enter to

Enter. Choose

Return

save your settings.

Now you’re ready to set up your computer to project wirelessly. Go to
“Configuring the Network Settings for Windows” on page 64, or
“Setting Up Your Mac for Ad Hoc Mode” on page 66.

Using the Projector on a Network 63

note

On some Windows systems,
you can right-click
My Network Places or
Network Neighborhood
on the desktop and select
Properties.

Settings may vary,
depending on your wireless
network adapter. See the
documentation for your
adapter for more
information.

Configuring the Network Settings for Windows

Before connecting to the projector, you need to make sure the settings
for your notebook’s or PC’s network card match the settings you
entered for the projector.

1. Access your wireless network Properties window. For example, in
Windows XP you would click

and Internet Connections
Connections

icon. You see a screen similar to this:

Start > Control Panel > Network

. Then click the Network

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Right-click and select Properties

2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon and select

Properties. You see a screen similar to this:

Click here

note

When you connect in Ad
Hoc mode, your computer is
disconnected from any other
wireless networks. If you
need to remain connected to
your wireless network, use
Access Point mode, as
described on page 68. Also,
make sure you reconnect to
your original wireless
network when you are done
using the projector.

3. Click the

4. Click the

Configure button.

Advanced tab. You see a screen similar to this:

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5. Check your wireless card or adapter device settings. (Depending
on the type of card or adapter you’re using, some of the settings
may be different than those listed here.)

■ Set the Network Type to 802.11 Ad Hoc.

■ Set the SSID to match the name you assigned to the

projector’s SSID.

■ Make sure Encryption is Disabled.

6. Click the

General tab and make sure that your wireless card or

adapter is enabled.

7. When you’re done, click

OK to close the Properties dialog box.

Now you’re ready to connect to the projector. See the EasyMP
Operation Guide for details.

Setting Up Your Mac for Ad Hoc Mode

Your AirPort software is automatically configured to allow your Mac
to detect both computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) and Access Point
networks.

Typically, you only need to select your projector’s SSID from the
AirPort status menu on the Mac menu bar. If you’re having problems
detecting the projector, follow these steps:

1. From the Apple pull-down menu, select

2. Click the

Network icon. You see the Network settings window.

System Preferences.

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3. Make sure Location is set to Automatic.

Select
Automatic

Select Network Port

Configurations

then select AirPort

4. Select

Network Port Configurations in the Show pull-down

menu.

5. Under Port Configurations, select

6. Click

Apply Now. Then close the window.

AirPort.

7. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the Mac
desktop. You see the AirPort status menu:

note

If you don’t need the other
network port configurations,
disable them by deselecting
their checkboxes.

When you connect in Ad
Hoc mode, your computer is
disconnected from any other
wireless networks. If you
need to remain connected to
your wireless network, use
Access Point mode, as
described on page 68. Also,
make sure you reconnect to
your original wireless
network when you are done
using the projector.

Choose the SSID you
assigned to the
projector

8. Check to make sure AirPort is turned on.

9. Select your projector’s SSID.

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Using Access Point Mode

To use Access Point (infrastructure) mode, first adjust your projector
and wireless access point or AirPort base station settings as described
in this section.

Configuring the Projector

1. Press the Menu button, then choose Network and press Enter.

2. Choose

3. Choose

4. Make sure

Network Configuration and press Enter.

Wireless LAN and press Enter. You see this screen:

Advanced is selected for the Connection mode. If

not, use the buttons on the remote control to highlight

Advanced, then press Enter to select it.

5. If your network is using 802.11a, use the buttons on the
remote control to highlight

802.11a, then press Enter to select it.

6. To enable your computer to find the projector on the network,
you need to enter the SSID name of your access point or the name
of your AirPort network in the
AirPort network may be different from that of your AirPort base
station; select your base station in the AirPort Admin utility and
click

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SSID text box. (The name of your

Configure to check the name of your network.)

Highlight the SSID text box, press Enter, and enter a name:

Use the buttons to select individual letters; then press

Enter

to input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate backward
and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and
press

Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital letters, highlight

the option and press
and press

Enter.

Enter. When you’re done, highlight Finish

Note that the SSID is case-sensitive (if you enter the name in
uppercase on the projector, you must type it the same way on the
computer connecting to the projector).

7. If your access point assigns IP addresses automatically, turn on

DHCP. Otherwise, turn off DHCP and enter the following

information:

■ IP address: Enter the IP address you want to assign to the

projector. It must be formatted like other addresses on the
network. The last 3 digits should be unique.

■ Subnet mask: For example: 255.255.255.000, but this

depends on how your network is set up.

■ Gateway address: Enter the IP address that was assigned to

the access point or AirPort base station when it was set up.

8. If you want to prevent the SSID from being displayed on the
standby screen, set the

SSID Display option to Off.

9. To prevent the IP address from appearing on the standby screen,
set the

IP Address Display setting to Off.

note

For specific details about
your network, please consult
your network administrator.

If you don’t know your
gateway or access point
address, see page 75. If
you’re using AirPort, start
the AirPort Admin utility,
select your base station and
click Configure. Then click
the Network tab to see your
base station’s IP address.

10. When you’re done making these settings, highlight the
button at the top of the screen, then press

Complete

and press Enter, then choose Yes and press Enter to

Enter. Choose

save your settings.

Return

Using the Projector on a Network 69

note

On some Windows systems,
you can right-click
My Network Places or
Network Neighborhood
on the desktop and select
Properties.

Settings may vary,
depending on your wireless
network adapter. See the
documentation for your
adapter for more
information.

Now you’re ready to set up your computer for wireless projecting. Go
to “Configuring the Network Settings for Windows” below, or go to
“Setting Up Your Mac for Access Point Mode” on page 76. If you
want to enable security options for your network, see page 78 to set up
the option that your network uses on the projector.

Configuring the Network Settings for Windows

Before connecting to the projector, you need to make sure the settings
for your computer’s wireless card or adapter match the settings you
entered for the projector.

1. Access your wireless network Properties window. For example, in
Windows XP you would click

and Internet Connections
Connections

icon. You see a screen similar to this:

Start > Control Panel > Network

. Then click the Network

2. Right-click the

Properties.

70 Using the Projector on a Network

Right-click and select
Properties

Wireless Network Connection icon and select

You see a screen similar to this:

Click here

3. Click the

4. Click the

Configure button.

Advanced tab. You see a screen like this:

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5. Check your wireless card’s or adapter’s device settings.
(Depending on the type of card or adapter you’re using, some of
the settings may be different than those listed here.)

■ Set the Network Type to Infrastructure.

■ Set the SSID to match the name assigned to the access point

(which should also be the projector’s SSID).

■ Make sure Encryption is Disabled if you have not set up

encryption on the projector.

6. Click the

General tab and make sure that your wireless card or

adapter is enabled.

7. When you’re done, click
box.

8. Right-click the

Properties. You see this screen:

select

Wireless Network Connection icon again and

OK to close the wireless properties dialog

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9. Select Internet Protocol and click the Properties button. You
see this screen:

10. If your access point uses DHCP, select

automatically

. Otherwise select Use the following IP address

Obtain an IP address

and enter the required information:

■ IP address: Type in the IP address you want to assign to the

computer. It must be formatted like other addresses on the
network. The last section must be unique.

■ Subnet mask: For example: 255.255.255.000, but this

depends on how your network is set up.

■ Default gateway: Enter the IP address that was assigned to

the access point when it was set up.

■ Preferred DNS server/Alternate DNS server: Enter the IP

address of the DNS server(s) for your network.

11. When you’re done, click

12. Click the

Wireless Networks tab.

OK.

(If you don’t see this tab, you may need to enable your wireless
card or adapter by clicking

Configure to access the device

note

For specific details about
your network, please consult
your network administrator.

note

If you don’t know your
gateway or access point
address, see page 75.

Using the Projector on a Network 73

settings; then follow any instructions on the screen to enable the
device.) You see a screen like this:

13. Verify that you’ve enabled your computer’s connection to the
access point. It should be listed with the small icon next to it,
indicating a connection.

If it’s not listed, click
point.

14. When you’re done making settings, click
box.

Now you’re ready to connect to the projector. See the EasyMP
Operation Guide for details.

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Configure and type the name of your access

OK to close the dialog

Checking the Gateway IP Address on Windows

If you’re entering IP addresses manually and need to find out the
gateway IP address (the IP address of your access point), make sure the
wireless connection to the access point is currently active, as described
in the previous section. Then follow these steps:

1. Access your wireless network Properties window. For example, in
Windows XP you would click

and Internet Connections
Connections

icon. You see a screen similar to this:

Start > Control Panel > Network

. Then click the Network

note

If you cannot identify the
gateway address using this
Windows utility, use the
administrator’s utility
software that came with
your access point.

Right-click and select Status

2. Right-click the

Status.

Wireless Network Connection icon and select

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3. Click the

Support tab. The gateway’s IP address is listed as

shown:

Gateway address

Setting Up Your Mac for Access Point Mode

Your AirPort software is automatically configured to allow your Mac
to detect Access Point networks.

Typically, you only need to select your AirPort network name from
the AirPort status menu on the Mac menu bar. If you’re having
problems connecting to the projector, follow these steps:

1. From the Apple pull-down menu, select

2. Click the

76 Using the Projector on a Network

System Preferences.

Network icon. You see the Network settings window.

3. Make sure Location is set to Automatic.

Select
Automatic

Select Network Port

Configurations

Then select AirPort

4. Select

Network Port Configurations in the Show pull-down

menu.

5. Under Port Configurations, select

6. Click

Apply Now. Then close the window.

AirPort.

7. Start the AirPort Admin utility. Select your base station, then

Configure.

click

8. On the AirPort tab, make sure your AirPort network name
matches your projector’s SSID. If not, enter the projector’s SSID
in the AirPort Network text box and click

Update.

9. If you turned DHCP on in your projector’s advanced menu, click
the Network tab and make sure the
checkbox is selected. If you need to select it, click

Distribute IP addresses

Update.

note

If you don’t need the other
network ports, disable them
by deselecting their
checkboxes. If more than one
network port is enabled, the
projector software warns you
to turn off AirPort when you
first connect the projector.
Disregard this message.

Your AirPort network and
base station names may be
different. To check or
change your AirPort
network name, start the
AirPort Admin utility, select
your base station, and click
Configure. Click Show All
Settings, then make any
changes you want on the
AirPort tab.

If you’re connecting to your
projector in static IP mode,
deselect the Distribute IP
addresses checkbox. Make
sure your projector’s gateway
address is identical to the
base station’s IP address,
and the first three segments
of the projector’s IP address
are identical to the first
three segments of the base
station’s IP address.

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10. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the
Macintosh desktop. You see the AirPort status menu:

11. Check to make sure AirPort is turned on.

12. Select the name of your AirPort network.

note

The authentication and
firewall features are only
effective when the access
point for the connection
destination supports the
same functions.

Using Wireless Security Options

The projector includes WEP and WPA data encryption security
options which you can enable for network projection.

Make sure the settings you select match the ones used by your
network; follow the directions from your network administrator.

See the following sections to enable security options on your
projector:

■ “Enabling WEP Encryption” below

■ “Enabling WPA Security” on page 81

You also need to enable security settings from EMP NS Connection
(see page 82).

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Enabling WEP Encryption

1. Press Menu on the projector remote. Highlight Network and
then press

Enter.

2. Choose

3. Highlight

Network Configuration and press Enter.

Security, then press Enter. You see the following

screen:

4. For the WEP encryption setting, select

Enter.

5. For Format, highlight
enable hexadecimal input, then press

ASCII to enable text input or HEX to

Enter.

128Bit or 64Bit and press

6. If you chose

Highlight the
Key ID you selected, then press
select individual letters; then press

64Bit, choose Encryption key 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Encryption key text box that corresponds to the

Enter. Use the buttons to

Enter to input a character. To

add a blank space or to navigate backward and forward through
the input text, highlight the arrows and press

Enter. To toggle

note

Text input for WEP
encryption varies with
different access points; check
with your network
administrator. Try ASCII
first. If that doesn’t work,
try Text2 and then Text3.

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symbol settings or capital letters, highlight the option and press

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

7. Check with your network administrator for directions on entering
a key for your network, and follow these general guidelines:

■ For 128 bit WEP encryption with hexadecimal input, enter

26 characters, from 0 to 9 and from A to F.

■ For 64 bit WEP encryption with hexadecimal input, enter 10

characters, from 0 to 9 and from A to F.

■ For 128 bit WEP encryption with ASCII or text input, enter

13 alphanumeric characters.

■ For 64 bit WEP encryption with ASCII or text input, enter 5

alphanumeric characters.

8. When you’re done making these settings, highlight the
button at the top of the screen, then press

Complete

save your settings.

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Return

Enter. Choose

and press Enter, then choose Yes and press Enter to

Enabling WPA Security

1. Press Menu. Highlight Network and then press Enter.

2. Choose

3. Highlight

Network Configuration and press Enter.

Security, then press Enter. You see the following

screen:

4. Press

5. Highlight the

Enter to show the menu, then choose PSK and press Enter.

PSK (pre-shared key) text box and press Enter. Use

the buttons to select individual letters; then press
input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate backward
and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and
press

Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital letters, highlight

the option and press
and press

Enter.

Enter. When you’re done, highlight Finish

Enter to

note

If the password is longer
than 32 characters, enter it
by accessing the projector
from a web browser. This
lets you enter up to 63
characters. See the EasyMP
Operation Guide for details.

6. When you’re done making these settings, highlight the
button at the top of the screen, then press

Complete

and press Enter, then choose Yes and press Enter to

Enter. Choose

save your settings.

Return

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Enabling Data Encryption from EMP NS Connection

When using the EMP NS Connection software, follow these steps to
enable data encryption.

1. Click

2. Click the

3. Select the

4. Click

Set options on the main screen.

General Settings tab.

Encrypt communications checkbox.

OK.

For more information, see the EasyMP Operation Guide.

Using the EasyMP Software

Once you’ve set up your projector and computer for network
projection, see the EasyMP Operation Guide for instructions on the
following EasyMP features:

■ Starting NS Connection

■ Projecting over the network (content over IP)

■ Multi-screen projection

■ Using Presentation mode

■ Connecting to a projector on a different subnet

■ Using Web Control

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Removing the Wireless LAN Module

Follow these steps to remove the module from your projector.

1. If you’re running NS Connection, click

Disconnect on the

control bar.

Click
Disconnect

2. Check the access light to make sure it isn’t flashing.

3. Turn off the projector and unplug it.

4. Open the air filter cover by sliding the switch and pulling down
the cover.

caution

Never remove the module
while the indicator light is
green or when projecting
wirelessly. You may damage
the module or lose data.

5. Unscrew the module, then pull it out.

6. Close the air filter cover.

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Using Projector E-mail Alerts

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

note

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

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

1. Press the

Network menu, then press Enter.

2. Choose

3. Choose

4. Highlight

Menu button on the remote control, select the

Network Configuration and press Enter.

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

On to receive email notifications, then press Enter.

5. Enter the IP address for the SMTP server for the projector.

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

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

255).

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

7. Choose one of the

Address fields, then enter the e-mail address

and the contents of the message that you will receive when a
problem or warning occurs. You can register up to three addresses.
You can enter up to 32 alphanumeric characters for the e-mail
address.

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

EPSON Projector.

The e-mail includes the following information:

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

occurred

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

occurred

■ Line 3: Details of the problem

Using SNMP to Monitor the Projector

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

1. Press the

Network menu, then press Enter.

2. Choose

3. Choose

Menu button on the remote control, select the

Network Configuration and press Enter.

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

note

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

4. Enter up to two IP addresses for notification.

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

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

255).

5. For

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

Priority Gateway, select Wired or Wireless.

ON

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

Using a Browser to Control the Projector

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

1. Make sure that the projector is set up for your network, as
described on page 54. (Standby Mode in the Extended menu
should be set to
standby mode.) When using a browser to access the projector, you
cannot connect through a proxy server.

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

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

Info.-Wireless LAN

address of the projector.

Communication On to monitor the projector in

Net. Info.-Wired LAN or Net.

from the Network menu to display the IP

3. Click
Network menu, enter your user name and password, then click

OK.

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

You cannot change the following settings using a web browser:

■ Pointer Shape, Test Pattern, or User Button in the

■ User’s Logo, High Altitude Mode, Lens Cover Timer and

■ Reset All and Reset Lamp Hours in the Reset menu

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OK, or, if you set a Web control password in the projector’s

Settings menu

Language in the Extended menu

Fine-Tuning the Projector

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

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

■ Using the menu system

■ Adjusting the image

■ Adjusting signal settings

■ Customizing projector features

■ Using the projector security features

■ Customizing power and operation

5

87

Using the Menu System

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

1. To display the menu screen, press the

Menu button on the

remote control or on the projector.

You see a menu screen similar to the one below:

Options

Menu list

2. Use the pointer buttons on the remote control (or the

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

navigational buttons on the projector) to scroll through the menu
list. When you’ve highlighted the desired menu, press the

Enter

button to select it.

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

4. After highlighting the option you want to adjust, use the

pointer buttons to change the setting. In some cases, you

may have to press the

Enter button to view a sub-screen for

changing the setting.

■ Press the left or right arrow button to adjust a slider bar, then

Enter.

press

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

buttons to highlight the desired setting, and then press

Enter.

5. After changing the settings, press the

Esc button to save your

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

You can also press the

Menu button to exit.

Restoring the Default Settings

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

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

Reset settings
for current menu

Reset, and confirm as needed.

Reset settings
for all menus

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note

When you select Reset All in
the Reset menu, it does not
reset the Computer Input,
Video Signal, User’s Logo,
Language, or Lamp settings.

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

Reset menu, highlight Reset All, and press Enter.

Adjusting the Image

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

note

The Brightness setting
changes the opacity of the
projector’s LCD panels. You
can also change the lamp’s
brightness (see page 94).

1. Press the
select the

Menu button on the projector or remote control and

Image menu. You see the Image menu screen.

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

■ Color Mode

Lets you quickly adjust the color and brightness for various
uses. You can save a different setting for each source. See
page 36 for details on each setting.

You can also change the color mode by pressing the

Mode

button on the remote control.

■ Brightness

Color

Lightens or darkens the overall image.

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■ Contrast

Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas.

■ Color Saturation (video only)

Adjusts the color depth of the image.

■ Tint (video only)

Adjusts the balance of green to magenta in the image
(available only for component video or NTSC signals).

■ Sharpness

Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

■ Color Adjustment

Adjusts the color values. Select Abs. Color Temp. to adjust
the overall value from 5000 and 10000 °K. Or, select

Green, Blue

(Not available if

■ Auto Iris

to adjust the saturation values for each color.

sRGB is selected as the Color Mode setting.)

Red,

Automatically adjusts the brightness according to the nature
of the image. Improves the depth and detail of dark scenes.
(Only available when

Dynamic or Theatre is selected as the

Color Mode setting.)

Adjusting Signal Settings

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

1. Press the

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

Menu button and select the Signal menu.

note

You can also use the remote
control’s Auto button to
automatically reset the
projector’s tracking, sync,
resolution, and position
settings. See page 28 for
details.

Computer image Composite video/S-videoComponent video

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tip

Before adjusting tracking or
sync, fill the screen with an
image containing fine
detail, such as black text on
a white background.

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

■ Auto Setup

Leave this setting on to automatically optimize the image
when

Computer is selected as the source. Turn it off if you

want to save adjustments you have made to the video settings.

■ Resolution

When set to Auto, the resolution (size) of a computer image
is automatically detected so it can be scaled to fit in the
projection area. If the image doesn’t display properly after
you adjust the aspect ratio setting (see page 34), select

Wide

to project from a computer with a wide-panel display, or

Normal for a computer with a 4:3 or 5:4 display.

■ Tracking

Adjust this value to eliminate vertical stripes in the image.

■ Sync

Adjust this value if the image appears blurry or flickers.

■ Position

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

pointer buttons to center it.

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■ Progressive

Select On for moving images or Off for still images. If you
notice video delays during high-speed gaming, turn this
setting off.

■ Noise Reduction

Smooths out rough images. You may need to experiment to
select the best setting for your image. Select

Off when viewing

low-noise image sources, such as DVDs.

■ Input Signal

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

Computer1 or Computer2 port:

RGB: For a computer connection.

Component Video: For a video player that outputs a

component video signal.

■ Video Signal

Leave this setting at
system (then select

■ Aspect

Auto unless you are using a 60-Hz PAL

PAL60).

Choose an aspect ratio setting that allows the image to fit best
in the display area. See page 34 for details.

Customizing Projector Features

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

■ Keystone

Squares up the shape of the image after the projector has been
tilted upward. If you notice lines or edges looking jagged after
adjusting the shape, decrease the Sharpness setting (see page 90).

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■ Auto Keystone

Automatically compensates for keystone distortion when the
projector is tilted upward. This feature is available only when the
projector is set for front projection (it is enabled by default).

■ Control Panel Lock

Lets you disable the buttons on the projector. See page 99 for
more information.

■ Pointer Shape

Lets you choose from three alternative pointer shapes. See page 38
for more information.

■ Brightness Control

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

note

You can also adjust the
volume using the remote
control.

■ Volume

Raises or lowers the volume of the projector’s speaker for each
type of signal.

■ Mic Input Volume

Adjusts the microphone volume.

■ Remote Receiver

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

■ User Button

Lets you create a shortcut to one of the following menu items:

Brightness Control, Info, Progressive, Closed Caption, Test
Pattern
User button on the remote control, the assigned menu item is

, Resolution, or Mic Input Volume. When you press the

displayed.

■ Test Pattern

Displays a test pattern for use when adjusting the zoom or focus,
and when performing keystone correction.

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Using the Projector Security Features

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

■ Assign a password; this can be disabled for a set period if you want

to loan the projector to someone.

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

when the

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

you’re projecting in a classroom and you want to ensure that no
one touches the projector’s buttons while you’re using the remote
control. See page 99.

■ Lock the network configuration settings. See page 97.

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

A/V Mute button is pressed. See page 98.

Enabling Password Protection

To prevent unauthorized use, you can assign the projector a password.
If you do, a screen will appear requesting the password whenever the
projector is plugged in and turned on. If an incorrect password is
entered three times in succession, the projector’s operation is locked
and the power cord must be disconnected and reinserted to redisplay
the password screen. If an incorrect password is entered thirty times in
succession, the user must contact Epson to have the projector serviced.

note

It’s a good idea to write
down your password.

If you leave the projector
plugged in, the Password
Protect Release screen will
not appear. You only need a
password if you unplug and
reconnect the power cable.

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The default setting for the Password Protect function is
these steps to turn password protection on:

Off. Follow

caution

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

1. Press the

Freeze button on the remote control for about five

seconds. You see this screen:

2. Use the pointer buttons to set
Then press

3. Press

Enter.

Esc.

Power On Protect to On.

4. Select Password and press Enter.

5. When you see a message asking if you want to change the
password, select

6. Hold down the

Yes and press Enter.

Num button on the remote control and use the

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

7. When you see a confirmation message, reenter the password.

8. To enable your screen logo, select

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Then press the

Enter. Select On and press Enter.

Menu button to exit the screen.

User’s Logo Protect and press

When this feature is on, the logo appears whenever you turn on
the projector (if the
menu; see page 98). It also appears when you press the
button (if you selected the

Startup Screen is enabled in the Extended

A/V Mute

Logo for the A/V Mute setting under

Display in the Extended menu). None of the User’s Logo features
in the Extended menu can be changed when the User’s Logo
Protect function is enabled.

9. To enable network setting protection, select Network Protect
and press

Enter. Select On and press Enter.

When this feature is on, none of the network settings on the
menu can be changed.

Starting the Projector with a Password

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

Hold down the

Num button on the remote control and use the

numeric keypad to enter the four digit password.

The password screen closes, the numeric keypad is automatically
deactivated, and projection begins.

If the password is not correct, you see a message prompting you to
re-enter the password. If you enter an incorrect password three times
in succession, you see the message

locked. Request code xxxxx

The projector’s operation will be

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

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

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

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If you have forgotten the password, contact Epson with the request
code number that appears in the Password Protect Release screen for
assistance. See “Where To Get Help” on page 130.

Creating Your Own Startup Screen

note

Once you capture an image,
it automatically replaces the
Epson startup screen.
Although you can change the
startup screen, you cannot
restore the original one.

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

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

logo, slogan, photograph, or any other image you want to use.

Capturing the Image

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

1. Press the

Extended menu, and press Enter.

Menu button on the remote control, highlight the

2. Highlight

3. When you see a message asking

4. Use the pointer buttons to select the area of the image you

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User’s Logo and press Enter.

user’s logo?

, select Yes and press Enter. A selection box displays

over the image.

want to use. Then press

Choose this image as the

Enter.

5. When you see the message Select this Image?, highlight Yes

and press

Enter.

6. Use the arrow buttons to select a zoom factor (display size) and

press

Enter.

7. When the message

appears, select

Save this image as the user’s logo?

Yes and press Enter. Saving the logo may take a

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

8. When you see the message

Completed, press Esc to return to the

menu screen.

Choosing When to Display the Image

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

1. Press the

Enter.

2. Select

3. Highlight

Startup Screen, or A/V Mute, and press Enter.

4. Select

Menu button, highlight the Extended menu, and press

Display and press Enter.

Display Background (for when there is no signal),

Logo and press Enter.

5. When you’re finished, press Esc to exit.

A/V Mute button (see page 32).

note

You can also use this menu
to turn off the startup screen,
disable message display, or
change the background
color.

Disabling the Projector’s Buttons

You can lock all the projector’s control panel buttons, or all buttons
except the Ppower button. The projector can still be operated using
the remote control.

1. Press the

Enter.

2. Select

3. Select

lock all buttons except the P power button) and press

Menu button, highlight the Settings menu, and press

Control Panel Lock and press the Enter button.

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

Enter.

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note

To unlock the projector,
press the Enter button on the
projector’s control panel for
7 seconds.

4. Select

5. Press the

Yes and press Enter to confirm the setting.

Menu button to exit.

Customizing Power and Operation

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

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■ Display

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

■ Closed Caption

Lets you display closed captioning for content that provides it.

■ User’s Logo

Create a custom startup screen, as described on page 98.

■ Projection

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

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

from the ceiling),
transparent screen), or

Rear (to project from behind onto a

Rear/Ceiling (to project from behind onto

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