Epson POWERLITE 830P Manual

Epson PowerLite 830p

Control panel

Power button

Air exhaust vent

Foot release

lever

Adjustable

foot

Air filter

Lens cover	Remote	Handle
	control
	receiver
Type B	Remote control
USB port	receiver
RS-232	Ethernet	Security lock
serial port	port

	AC		Video
	power
			port and
	inlet
			related
	Audio		Audio
	Out port		ports
	Monitor	Computer2/
		Component
	Out port
		port and related
		Audio port

	S-Video port and	Rear adjustable
	related Audio
		foot
	ports
	Computer 1/	Remote port
	Component
	port and related
	Audio port

Projector Specifications

General
Type of display	Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor
	(TFT), active matrix
Size of LCD panels	Diagonal: 0.8 inch (20.3 mm)
Resolution	1024 × 768 pixels (XGA, native format)
Color reproduction	24 bit, 16.8 million colors
Brightness (ANSI)	3000 lumens in high brightness mode
	2200 lumens in low brightness mode

Contrast ratio	600:1
Image size	30 to 300 inches
Projection distance	2.8 to 48.3 feet (0.8 to 11 meters)
Projection methods	Front, rear, upside-down front
	(ceiling mount), and upside-down rear
Internal sound
system	5 W monaural
Optical aspect ratio	4:3 (horizontal:vertical)
Zoom ratio	1:1.6
Noise level	28 dB in low brightness mode or
	34 dB in high brightness mode
Keystone correction	Automatic (vertical only); manual
	adjustment capability ±45° (vertical),
	±25° (horizontal)

Projection Lamp

Type	UHE (Ultra High Efficiency)
Power consumption	200 W
Lamp life	About 2000 hours (when Brightness
	Control is set to High) and about 3000
	hours (when Brightness Control is set
	to Low)
Part number	V13H010L31
Remote Control
Range	33 feet (10 meters)
Batteries (2)	Alkaline AA
Mouse Compatibility
Supports USB
Dimensions
Height	4.6 inches (117 mm), feet retracted
Width	14.4 inches (365 mm)
Depth	11.0 inches (280 mm)
Weight	10.4 lb (4.7 kg)
Electrical
Rated frequency	50 to 60 Hz AC
Power supply	100 to 120 VAC, 3.6 A
	200 to 240 VAC, 1.6 A
Power
consumption	Operating: 310 W
	Standby: 1.5 W with Network OFF
	47 W with Network ON

Environmental

Temperature

Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)

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	Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)
Humidity	Operating: 20 to 80% RH,
	non-condensing
	Storage: 10 to 90% RH,
	non-condensing
Safety
United States	FCC 47CFR Part 15B Class B (DoC)
	UL1950 Rev. 3
Canada	ICES-003 Class B
	CSA C22.2 No. 950-95 (cUL)
CE Marking	Directive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC
	EN 55022, EN 55024

Compatible Video Formats

You can use any of the following video sources: VCR, DVD player, camcorder, digital camera, gaming console, or laser disc player. The projector supports composite video, S-video, component video, and RGB video, and it automatically senses the video format (HDTV, NTSC, PAL, or SECAM).

The projector supports these international video standards:

Mode	Refresh rate (Hz)
NTSC	60
NTSC 4:43	60
PAL	50
N-PAL	50
M-PAL	60
PAL—60	60
SECAM	50
HDTV (720p)	60
HDTV (1080i)	60
SDTV (480i)	60
SDTV (480p)	60
SDTV (625i)	50
SDTV (625p)	50

Compatible Computer Display Formats

You can connect the projector to a wide range of computers,

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including PCs and laptops, Apple Macintosh, Power Macintosh® series, PowerBook® computers, many iMac® and iBook® series systems, and high-end workstations such as the Sun® SPARCstation.™

Although images are displayed at the projector’s native resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels, Epson’s patented SizeWise™ chip supports computer display formats ranging from VGA through UXGA.

To project images output from a computer, the computer’s external monitor signal must be set at a refresh rate (vertical frequency) that’s compatible with the projector; see the following table for compatible formats. For best results, the computer’s resolution should be set to match the projector’s native resolution (1024 × 768).

Mode	Refresh rate (Hz)	Resolution
VGA EGA	70	640 × 350*
VGA—60	60	640 × 480*
VESA—72	72	640 × 480*
VESA—75	75	640 × 480*
VESA—85	85	640 × 480*
SVGA—56	56	800 × 600*
SVGA—60	60	800 × 600*
SVGA—72	72	800 × 600*
SVGA—75	75	800 × 600*
SVGA—85	85	800 × 600*
SVGA—120	120	800 × 600*
XGA—60	60	1024	× 768
XGA—70	70	1024	× 768
XGA—75	75	1024	× 768
XGA—85	85	1024	× 768
XGA—100	100	1024	× 768
XGA—120	120	1024	× 768
SXGA1—70	70	1152	× 864*
SXGA1—75	75	1152	× 864*
SXGA1—85	85	1152	× 864*
SXGA1—100	100	1152	× 864*
SXGA2—60	60	1280	× 960*
SXGA2—75	75	1280	× 960*
SXGA2—85	85	1280	× 960*
SXGA3—60	60	1280	× 1024*
SXGA3—75	75	1280	× 1024*
SXGA3—85	85	1280	× 1024*
UXGA—60	60	1600	× 1200*
UXGA—65	65	1600	× 1200*
UXGA—70	70	1600	× 1200*
UXGA—75	75	1600	× 1200*
UXGA—80	80	1600	× 1200*
UXGA—85	85	1600	× 1200*
MAC13	67	640 × 480*
MAC16	75	832 × 624*
MAC19	75	1024	× 768
MAC21	75	1152	× 870*

* The image is resized using Epson’s SizeWise technology.

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Positioning the Projector

Follow these guidelines:

Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface between 2.8 and 48.3 feet from the screen. Image size generally increases with distance, but may vary depending on the position of the zoom ring and other settings.

29.8 to 48.3 ft			5.8 to 9.5 ft 2.8 to 4.7 ft						Distance
									from screen

Place it within 10 feet of an electrical outlet or extension cord and 5 feet of your computer or video source.

Allow space for ventilation around and under the projector.

To avoid a keystone shaped image (an image that is wider on one side), place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely.

If possible, place the projector level with the bottom of the screen.

Maximum diagonal size =

(projection distance[inches] x 2.54 x 0.32827 + 1.6767)

Minimum diagonal size =

(projection distance[inches] x 2.54 x 0.203 + 1.077)

To determine the projection distance (in inches) when you know the diagonal size of the screen image:

Maximum projection distance =

((diagonal size[inches] x 4.92611) - 5.30542) / 2.54

Minimum projection distance =

((diagonal size[inches] x 3.04627) - 5.10769) / 2.54

Connecting the Projector

You can connect the projector to two computer sources or four video sources—up to a total of four sources. You can include an independent sound channel for each source. (See the User’s Guide for complete setup instructions.)

Note: The preview feature lets you see all the sources at a glance, so you can easily switch to the one you want. See page 5.

Types of Connections

The following connections are possible, depending on the signal your equipment generates and its available output ports.

Computer equipment

If you place the projector too far below the screen, you may have to tilt it up by extending the front adjustable foot (see page 7). This causes the projected image to lose its shape, but the projector automatically compensates. If the image is still not square, adjust it manually by pressing the Keystone buttons (see page 7) or using Quick Corner (see page 8).

If you place the projector higher than the bottom of the screen, the image will be square, but it won’t fill the screen.

Calculating Image Size and Projection

Distance

Use the formulas below to find out how large the image will be when you know the distance from projector to screen, or to find out how far from the screen to place the projector if you want an image of a certain size. Since you can change the image size by adjusting the zoom, formulas are given for calculating both minimum and maximum sizes.

Note: Formulas given here apply only when the image is not tilted. If you tilt the image up by extending the projector’s foot or using electronic keystone correction, your image size may vary.

To determine the diagonal size of an image (in inches) when you know the projection distance:

	Output signal	Required cable
	Analog RGB video	VGA cable
		VGA-to-BNC cable
	DVI	DVI to VGA cable

Video equipment

Output signal	Required cable
Composite video	RCA video cable
S-video	S-video cable
Component video	Component to VGA cable
RGB video	VGA cable

Note that the projector’s Computer ports accept a variety of input signals. If you’re connecting to one of these ports, you’ll need to make sure that the correct input signal setting is selected or your image won’t display properly.

Playing Sound Through the Projector

You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system or attach an external speaker system.

To play sound through the projector, use one of the following cables that came with your projector:

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If you have a computer or video equipment connected to one of the Computer/Component ports, use a stereo minijack cable. Connect one end to the correct Audio port and the other end to the audio-output connector on your equipment.

If you have a computer or video equipment connected to the Video or S-Video port, use an RCA-style audio cable. Connect one end to the correct port and the other end to the audio-output connector on your equipment.

	Use with Computer or	Use with	Use with
		Video	S-Video
	Component connection
		connection	connection

To connect external speakers, use the Audio Out port on the back of the projector. You may be able to use a commercially available audio cable with a stereo mini-jack connector on one end and pin jacks on the other, or you may have to purchase a special cable or use an adapter, depending on your stereo system. See the User’s Guide for more information.

Using the Remote Control as a Wireless

Mouse

If you’ve connected a computer to the projector, you can use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse by connecting the USB cable that came with the projector to

the projector’s Type B USB port. The wireless mouse function is supported on systems with a USB port running Windows® 98, 2000, Me, or XP, Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.x, or Macintosh OS X 10.2 or later. See the User’s Guide for more information.

Starting Up the Projector

If you turn on your computer or video equipment before the projector, the projector automatically selects the connected source. If you turn on the projector first or you have multiple sources connected, you may have to switch to the desired source manually (see “Selecting the Image Source” below).

Turning On the Projector

1.Remove the lens cap.

2.Plug in the projector.

3.Wait a few seconds until the projector’s Power light stops flashing and turns orange.

4.Press the red P Power button on top of the projector or on the remote control.

Power button

Note: If you’re using the remote control, make sure batteries are installed and the power switch on the side of the remote control is turned on.

The projector’s Power light flashes green as it warms up, and an image begins to appear after about 30 seconds. When the Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is ready for use.

Warning: Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes.

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

Selecting the Image Source

If multiple devices are connected to the projector, you can use the Source buttons on the projector or the remote control to switch from one source to another:

You can press the Source Search button on the projector’s control panel or the remote to find the connected equipment automatically.

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The projector’s control panel has two Source buttons.

Use the Computer/Component button to switch between equipment connected to the

Computer ports.

Use the Video/S-Video button to switch between equipment connected to the Video and

S-Video ports.

The remote control has five Source buttons. Use them to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on each button (The PowerLite 830p does not support EasyMP.)

You can preview all sources to help

you select the desired source, as described below.

The Computer/Component ports can be set up to use different input signals, so if you have equipment connected to one of these ports, be sure to select the correct signal to match the equipment you’re using. You can change the input signal settings using the projector’s menu system.

Previewing Image Sources

Use the preview function to select the image source when you have connected multiple sources to the projector.

1. Press the Preview button on the remote control.

	You see the currently selected
	source displayed on the screen,
		Preview
	as shown below. Other sources

(including the currently selected source) appear in smaller preview windows on the right and bottom of the screen.

.

Currently selected source

Computer (Analog-RGB)

Computer

DVI

BNC

Video

S-Video

Preview windows

If no equipment is connected to a port, or if there is no incoming signal, the preview window for that source appears blank.

Note: Movies are displayed as still images on the preview screen.

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2.Press the corresponding Source button on the remote control to switch to the desired source. Or press the Esc button to exit the preview screen without switching sources.

Note: A red border surrounds the preview window for the currently selected source. You can use the pointer button on the remote control to select a different source, and then press Enter to display it.

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the message No Signal after turning on your computer or video source, try the following:

Make sure the cables are connected correctly.

Make sure the Power light is green and not flashing and the lens cover is off.

Try restarting your computer.

Press the correct Source button on top of the projector or on the remote control. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.)

If you’re using a PC laptop:

Hold down the Fn key and press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may have an icon

such as or it may be labeled CRT/LCD. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for details.

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

Depending on your computer’s video card, you might need to use the Display utility in the Windows Control Panel to make sure that both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your computer’s documentation or online help for details.

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