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Important Information Please read the following important information about your projector. Important Safety Information W arning: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is switched on as the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. W arning: Never open any covers on the projector except the [...]

Button Function Power Starts or stops projection. Source Switches to Computer 1 , Computer 2, or Video. Menu Displays or hides the menu. Up, down arrows (Sync+/Sync-) Synchronizes the computer’s graphic signal. Use these buttons to adjust an overall image that is fuzzy or streaked, or to select menu items during menu opera tions. Left, right arro[...]

Button Function Menu Displays or hides the menu. Source Switches to Computer 1 , Computer 2*, or Video. Pointer button Use the pointer button to navigate the menus or use the remote as a mouse pointer when the projector is connected to the computer with all cables came with the EMP-7300/ 7200/5300. Effects buttons Use to display special effects in [...]

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■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ iii Contents Contents iii Introduction vii Getting the Most Out of Your Projector ................................ ix Remote control .......................................................................... ix Sleep mode ............................................[...]

Contents ■ ■ ■ ■ iv Connecting to a Workstation (only available for the EMP-7300/7200) .............................. 28 Using the Projector 29 Turning the Equipment On and Off ..................................... 31 Turning the Projector On and Off ............................................ 31 Sleep Mode ................................[...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ v Connecting to your Macintosh ................................................. 64 Installing the Projector Software on Your PC ........................ 65 Installing ELP Link III V2.0 on your PC .................................. 67 Installing the Projector Software on Your Macintosh ............. 69 Accessing the Projecto[...]

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■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ vii Intr oduction T he compact, lightweight EPSON EMP-7300/7200/5300 Projector allows you to project XGA, full-color images and video onto a large screen for presentations. The projector can connect simultaneously to two image sources: one PC or Apple® Macintosh® [...]

Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ viii The projector also features a new patented BIS CUIT (Balanced Image Size Conversion UnIT) chip which supports XGA computer output, as well as VGA and SXGA output. Whichever type of computer output is used, the result is a full-size video image of outstanding clarity. The EMP-7300/7200/5300 Projector supports IBM- c[...]

Getting the Most Out of Your Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ix Getting the Most Out of Your Projector The projector comes with a full set of features that allow you to control the settings for the image display, video and audio. To get the most out of your projector read this section for a quick summary of the important features. Remote control [...]

Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ x Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following accessories: • Spare lamp ELPLP05 • Computer cable ELPKC02 • Multi View ELPDC01 • Mac Adaptor Set ELPAP01 • Ceiling Mount ELPMB02 • Ceiling Plate ELPFC01 • Flange ELPFL01 • Pipe 370 ELPFP01 • Pipe 570 ELPFP02 • [...]

About This Manual ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ xi About This Manual Chapter 1, “Installation”, gives step-by-step instructions on how to set-up the projector and connect it to your computer, video source, or other external speaker or PA system. Read the installation procedures that apply to your environment. Chapter 2, “Using the Projector”, tel[...]

Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ xii Safety Instructions Always follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: 1. Do not place the projector on an unstable trolley, stand or table. 2. Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat. 3. Use attachments only as recommended. 4. Use the type of power source indicated on th[...]

Safety Instructions ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ xiii 11. Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case. They provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating. Do not place the projector on a sofa, rug or other soft surface or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 12. Never push objects of any kind t[...]

Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ xiv Where to Get Help SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION provides local customer support and service through a nationwide network of authorized EPSON dealers and Service Centres. • Fax-on-Demand access to EPSON’s technical information library • Literature on current and new products • The location of your nearest Authorize[...]

Where to Get Help ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ xv World Wide Web site If you are connected to the Internet and have a Web browser, you can access EPSON’s World Wide Web site at http:// www. epson. com. EPSON’s home page links users to What’s New, EPSON Products, EPSON Connection, Corporate Info and EPSON Contacts. Link to the EPSON Connection for [...]

Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ xvi When traveling by an airplane • Bring the projector with you when traveling by an airplane. • When transporting the projector as baggage on an aircraft, first put the projector in a hard travel case (ELPKS09) to avoid any dameges.[...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1 1 Installation T his chapter tells you how to unpack and set up your projector and connect it to other equipment. The projector must be connected to a computer or a video source such as a video tape deck, camcorder, digital camera or laser disk player. For example[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 2 Unpacking the Projector When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these components: • Projector • Remote control • 2 AA batteries • Power cord • Computer cable • Audio cable • Video/ audio cable • MAC Desktop adapter • MAC Monitor adapter • Main cable • PS/2 mouse cable • Serial mou[...]

Unpacking the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 3 Additional Items The following items may also be required, depending upon how you plan to use the projector. • S-Video cable for S-Video signal input A separate cable is required for each video source. • Macintosh PowerBook output cable This cable is normally provided with PowerBook models with [...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 4 Setting Up the Projector 1. Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface within five feet of the computer or video source. ♦ Caution: Do not hold the projector by the lens. This can damage the lens. 2. Place the projector the correct distance from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen deter[...]

Setting Up the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 5 3. Turn the projector so that the lens is at right angles to the screen. If the projector is not angled correctly the screen image will be crooked. 4. Connect one end of the power cable to the projector’s power connector. Connect the other end to an earthed electrical socket. The projector should[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 6 5. To insert the batteries in the remote control device, slide off the battery compartment cover as shown below. 6. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector. Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct. 7. Replace the battery compartment cover.[...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 7 When replacing batteries, take the following precautions: • Do not recharge used batteries or expose batteries to fire or water. • Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batteries leak, wipe away the fluid with a soft cloth. If battery fluid gets onto your hands wash them immediately[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 8 Connecting to a PC desktop computer Before beginning, make sure that the projector and computer are both turned off. 1. Connect the computer cable. ♦ Note: Computer configurations vary. See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your EMP -7300/7200/5300 projector. a. Connect either end [...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 9 c. If necessary, connect the monitor cable of the computer monitor to the projector’s Computer out. d. Tighten the screws on all connectors. 2. Connect the main cable. The main cable connects the mouse cable (needed to use the remote control as a mouse) and serial cable (needed to use the project[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 10 a. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s Mouse/Com 1 port. The Mouse/Com 2 port is used when you are connecting a second computer. b. Connect the PS/2 mouse cable (9-pin) to the mouse terminal on the large end of the main cable. c. Disconnect the computer’s mouse cable from the mouse port on [...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 11 3. Connect the audio cable if needed. a. Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 jack on the projector. (Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer). b. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio out port on a sound card in the computer. Audio cable[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 12 Connecting to a PC laptop computer Before beginning, make sure that the projector and computer are both turned off. 1. Connect the computer cable. ♦ Note: Laptop configurations vary. See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your EMP-7300/ 7200/5300 projector. a. Connect either end of[...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 13 2. Connect the main cable. The main cable connects the mouse cable (needed to use the remote control as a mouse) and serial cable (needed to use the projector software and the Effects buttons on the remote control) to the projector. a. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s M[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 14 e. If you are planning to use the projector software, connect either end of a PC serial cable to the PC SERIAL terminal on the large end of the main cable. f. Connect the other end of the PC serial cable to the serial port on the back of your laptop. ♦ Note: You will not be able to use the projector software if you[...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 15 3. Connect the audio cable. a. Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 jack on the projector. (Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer). b. Connect the other end of the audio cable to your laptop. Audio cable[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 16 Connecting to a Macintosh desktop computer Before beginning, make sure that the projector and computer are both turned off. 1. Connect the computer cables. ♦ Note: Macintosh computer configurations vary. See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your EMP-7300/7200/5300 projector. a. C[...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 17 e. Tighten fixed screws for the desktop adapter. f. If necessary, attach the Mac monitor adapter to the monitor cable and connect the cable with the adapter to the projector’s Computer out.[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 18 2. Connect the main cable. The main cable connects the mouse cable (needed to use the remote control as a mouse) and serial cable (needed to use the projector software) from your Macintosh to the projector. a. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s Mouse/Com 1 port. The Mouse/Com 2 port is used [...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 19 3. Connect the audio cable. a. Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 jack on the projector. (Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer.) b. Connect the other end of the audio cable to your computer. Audio cable[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 20 Connecting to a Macintosh PowerBook Remember that you can only use a PowerBook model that have video-out capability. See page 7 for more information. Before beginning, make sure that the projector and PowerBook are both turned off. 1. Connect the computer cable. ♦ Note: PowerBook configurations vary. See your compu[...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 21 d. Connect the big connector (D-Sub15) of the MAC desktop adapter to the video output port converted in step c. e. Connect either end of the computer cable to the small connector (D-Sub 15 Mini) of the MAC desktop adapter which you connected in the previous steps. f. Tighten the fixed screws for t[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 22 2. Connect the main cable. The main cable connects the mouse cable (needed to use the remote control as a mouse) and serial cable (needed to use the projector software) to the projector. a. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s Mouse/Com 1 port. The Mouse/Com 2 port is used when connecting a se[...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 23 3. Connect the audio cable. a. Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 jack on the projector. (Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer.) b. Connect the other end of the audio cable to your computer. Audio cable[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Connecting to a Video Source You can use this connection procedure to connect a video tape deck, a camcorder, a laser disc player or any other compatible video image source to the projector. The projector can receive composite video or S-Video signals. If your video source has a one-pin RCA video jack you have a comp[...]

Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 25 To connect a video source to the projector: 1. Switch off the projector and video source if they are on. 2. If your composite video uses an RCA-type composite video connector, you will need the audio/video cable supplied with the EMP-7300/7200/5300. If your video uses a S-Video or BNC type connect[...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 26 5. For S-Video, insert one end of the S-Video cable into the projector’s S-Video jack. Insert the other end in the S- Video Out jack on your S-Video source. 6. For G Sync-Video (BNC typy), insert the end of the G Sync-Video cable into the projector’s R/R-Y, G/Y and B/B-Y jack. Insert the other end in the jack on [...]

Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 27 2. Connect the cable’s 3.5 mm stereo mini-plug to the projector’s Audio Out jack. 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the external speaker or PA system.Ensure you to connect the red RCA plug to the right channel and the white RCA plug to the left channel. RCA/3.5 mm [...]

Installation ■ ■ ■ ■ 28 Connecting to a Workstation (only available for the EMP-7300/7200) You can not use any kind of workstations. Before connecting, make sure the type of your workstation. If you are not sure of the type of workstation, consult your dealer or local workstation company. The following workstations are available: • If you[...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 29 2 Using the Pr ojector T his chapter provides the following information about using your projector: • Turning equipment on and off • Adjusting the screen image • Controlling the projector • Checking the status of the projector[...]

Using the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ 30 The illustration below identifies the parts of your projector. operation panel operation indicator zoom ring focus ring front foot foot adjuster lever speaker remoto control reciver speaker[...]

Turning the Equipment On and Off ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 31 Turning the Equipment On and Off Always turn on the projector and its attached equipment in the following order. 1. Video source 2. Audio source (if different than computer or video source) 3. Projector 4. External speaker or PA system 5. Computer Turning the Projector On and Off 1. Remove[...]

Using the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ 32 Reverse the order shown above to turn off the projector and other equipment. After you press the Power button to turn off the projector, the fan will remain on and the operation indicator will flash orange for about one minute as the projector cools. The indicator stops blinking (and remains lit in orange) whe[...]

Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 33 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image After an image appears on the screen, check to see if it is in focus and whether it fits properly on the screen. • To adjust the focus of the image, rotate the focus ring, which is the outer ring on the projector’s lens. • To adjust [...]

Using the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ 34 If you need to raise or lower the image on the screen, extend or retract the two feet at the bottom of the projector as follows. 1. Stand behind the projector and support the front of it while you lift the foot adjuster lever located above the feet. This unlocks the feet so they can move up and down freely. Do[...]

Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 35 Resize Button The Resize button allows you to select the projection screen mode for certain types of image input signals from a computer. EMP-7300/7200 With images up to XGA size(1024x768 pixels), you can choose from two projection methods. Either display the image in the center o[...]

Using the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ 36 Controlling the Projector Normally you control the projector using the remote control. The buttons on the remote control allow you to do the following: • Switch power on and off. • Auto-set-up of the computer image screen. • Switch between input images (Computer 1, Computer 2, video-computer). • Access[...]

Controlling the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 37 Using the Remote Control When using the remote control, always point it towards the remote control receivers located at the front and at the back of the projector. To be able to use the remote control as a cordless mouse connect the projector to your computer with all cables came with the EMP-730[...]

Using the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ 38 In addition to the remote control, you can also control the projector by using the buttons on the projector’s operation panel located on top of the projector. This table summarizes the functions on the remote control. * When the computer 2/5 BNC switch on the back of the projector is turned to 5 BNC, the sou[...]

Controlling the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 39 Using the Control Panel You can use the control panel to control the printer instead of the remote control. However, you can program and access the custom features only when you are using the remote control. Power Blank Source Resize Menu Mute Volume S y n c . S y n c . T r a c k i n g T r a c k [...]

Using the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ 40 The following table summarizes the functions on the control panel. * When the computer 2/5 BNC switch on the back of the projector is turned to 5 BNC, the source is switch to 5 BNC. Button Function Power Starts or stops projection. Source Switches to Computer 1 , Computer 2*, or Video. Menu Displays or hides t[...]

Projector Status Indicators ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 41 Projector Status Indicators The power and lamp indicators at the top of the projector tell you the projector’s operating status. ♦ Caution: A red indicator warns you if a serious problem occurs. See Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting,” for what to do if a warning light comes on. Operation Indi[...]

Using the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ 42 Lamp Indicator Displays lamp condition. This indicator is off when the projector is in a normal condition. Temperature Indicator Displays the internal temperature condition. This indicator is off when the projector is in a normal condition. Color Status Meaning - Off The projector is in a normal condition. Ora[...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 43 3 Using the Pr ojector Men us • The seven projector menus enable you to control your projector. • The Computer menu controls the computer image, such as brightness and contrast, when the computer is the image source. • The Video menu controls the video imag[...]

Using the Projector Menus ■ ■ ■ ■ 44 Accessing the Main Menu The projector menus can be accessed using either the projector control panel or remote control. To display the Main menu, press the Menu button. The Main menu appears: Press the Menu button again to hide the menu. Changing a Menu Setting To change a menu setting: 1. Press the Menu[...]

Changing a Menu Setting ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 45 2. Press the up or down arrows (control panel) or press the top or bottom of the pointer button (remote) to scroll through the menu choices. Power Blank Source Resize Menu Mute Volume S y n c . S y n c . T r a c k i n g T r a c k i n g Menu 1 2 4 5 3 - Volume + Power Source Effects Resize Blank Cus[...]

Using the Projector Menus ■ ■ ■ ■ 46 3. Press either the Enter button (control panel) or the top or bottom multi-purpose button (remote) to display a submenu. A sub-menu such as the following appears. ♦ Note: Sub-menus differ, depending on if the current image source is Computer or Video. Power Blank Source Resize Menu Mute Volume S y n c[...]

Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 47 4. Press the up or down arrows (control panel) or the top or bottom of the pointer button (remote) to scroll through the menu choices. 5. Press either the left or right arrow buttons (control panel) or the right or left sides of the pointer button (remote) to change the setting. 6. When you are finished chang[...]

Using the Projector Menus ■ ■ ■ ■ 48 Menu item Description Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image. Increase brightness to make the image lighter, or decrease it to make the image darker. Contrast Adjusts the relative difference between light and dark areas. Increase contrast to make light areas lighter and dark areas darker, or de[...]

Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 49 Auto Pressing AUTO automatically adjusts the computer input signal to the current projector settings. Press the AUTO button while the image fills the entire screen of your computer, like a Windows screen. Certain computer input signals may not be totally compatible with AUTO button settings. In such cases, us[...]

Using the Projector Menus ■ ■ ■ ■ 50 Video Menu (Image source = Video) The Video menu enables you make adjustments to the projected image. The following options are available when the image source is Video. ♦ Note: The video source (such as a VCR or camcorder) must be connected and operating, and the image source on the projector must be [...]

Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 51 Audio Menu The Audio menu enables you make adjustments related to audio. Reset Returns all Video Menu items to their factory defaults. Select this item and then press a Click button or the <Enter> button to display the confirmation screen. Next, select Yes and then press a Click button or the <Enter&[...]

Using the Projector Menus ■ ■ ■ ■ 52 Options Menu The Options menu enables you to adjust basic settings that normally do not need changing. Menu item Description Prompt Temporarily displays a prompt on the projector screen to identify which source (computer or video) is providing the image. Color Temp. Adjusts the whiteness of the screen. T[...]

Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 53 View Change Specifies the view change to use when the input source is changed. OFF: No visual effects, simply cut to new source. Diagonal : Original source screen shrinks from upper left to lower right, and new source screen expands from upper left to lower right. Left → Right : Original source screen shrin[...]

Using the Projector Menus ■ ■ ■ ■ 54 Custom Menu The Custom menu allows you to select special features such as zoom, preview, or strobe effects. Unlike the other menus, which use the Enter button to select a menu option, the Custom menu requires that you use the Custom button to select a Custom menu option. The Custom button is located on t[...]

Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 55 Zoom Out Each press of the remote control’s top multi-purpose button zooms out on the center of the displayed image, reducing it +0.25 times. Zoom Screen Shift Press the pointer button to zoom in on a portion of the enlarged display. You can move the image up, down, left, right, and diagonally to closely vi[...]

Using the Projector Menus ■ ■ ■ ■ 56 Number of Frames, Time Press the top multi-purpose button while the strobe effect is running to display a screen specifying the number of frames flashed and the time interval between them. You can specify the number of frames as 4, 9, or 16, and the time interval from 0.1 to 1 second in 0.1 second increm[...]

Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 57 About Menu The About menu displays the following information about your projector. RESET ALL Menu Executing this command resets the settings in all menus to their factory defaults. While executing this command, the OSD menu disappears from a screen and "RESET ALL" will be flashing on the center of t[...]

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■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 59 4 Using the Pr ojector Software T he Link Set package includes materials necessary to use the ELP Link III V2.0 utility. This utility runs on your computer to control projector features and to configure buttons on the remote control. ELP Link III V2.0 has two fun[...]

Using the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ 60 Presentation support function The presentation support function allows you to perform real- time presentation effectively by a remote control shipped with the projector. Projector setting function The projector setting function allows you to control the projector from your computer. ♦ Note: See the [...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 61 Using a PC • IBM compatible PC with Pentium or higher processor • Microsoft Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0, 3.51, or Windows 3.1 • At least 16MB of RAM for ELP Link III V2.0 to work • 16MB to be added for Acrobat Reader to work) • At least 2MB of free hard disk space for ELP Link III V2.0 installation (8MB to be a[...]

Using the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ 62 Projector Software CD-ROM The following software is enclosed. ELP Link III V2.0 utility Offers a lot of advantages to your presentation in using a cursor, bar, or stamps with the remote control shipped with your projector. And you can control the brightness and size of the screen, and the sound from y[...]

Connecting the Cables ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 63 Connecting the Cables When you are using the following EPSON projector, follow the instructions below. If not, please see the User’s Guide packed with your projector. ♦ Caution: Before connecting the cables to your computer, make sure that the computer and projector are turned off and unplugged f[...]

Using the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ 64 Using the serial mouse Connecting to your Macintosh connect to the serial port connect to the printer port or modem port PC serial cable PC serial mouse cable connect to Mouse/Com connect to the ADB port connect to the printer port or modem port Mac serial cable Mac mouse cable connect to Mouse/Com[...]

Installing the Projector Software on Your PC ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 65 Installing the Projector Software on Your PC After connecting the projector to your PC, install the Windows-based projector software as described below. 1. Turn on the computer and start Windows. 2. Insert the EPSON Projector Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The following[...]

Using the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ 66 4. When you see the following dialog box, click the Install ELP Link III V2.0 button. 5. When you see the following dialog box, select items you wish to install. Then click Install. 6. The setup program starts the installation procedure for each software component. Follow the on-screen instructions. T[...]

Installing the Projector Software on Your PC ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 67 Installing ELP Link III V2.0 on your PC For Macintosh users: ELP Link III V2.0 installs directly from the setup program main window; there is no separate installation program. The ELP Link III V2.0 installation program starts with the following dialog box. Follow the steps belo[...]

Using the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ 68 2. A dialog box appears. Read the information, then click Next. 3. Choose a Destination Folder. Your software will be installed into this folder. Click Next. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. When the installation is complete, click Finish.[...]

Installing the Projector Software on Your Macintosh ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 69 Installing the Projector Software on Your Macintosh After connecting the projector to your Macintosh, install the Macintosh-based projector software as described below. 1. Turn on your Macintosh, then insert the EPSON Projector Software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. Dou[...]

Using the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ 70 5. Read the license agreement. If you agree with it, click Accept. 6. The following dialog box appears. If you want to install all of the software components contained on your projector software CD-ROM, make sure the disk where you want to install the software is displayed in the Install Location box,[...]

Accessing the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 71 Accessing the Projector Software To access the EPSON projector software, follow the steps below. For Windows 95 and NT 4.0 users ELP Link III V2.0 Click Start, point to Programs, and ELPLink3, then select ELPLink3. User’s Guide Click Start, point to Programs, and ELPLink3, then select Us[...]

Using the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ 72 User’s Guide Open the Program Manager and double-click the ELPLink3 group. Then double-click the User’s Guide icon. ♦ Note: Make sure that Acrobat Reader is installed on your PC before accessing the User’s Guide. Demonstration Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive and click the View Demonstr[...]

Installing or Accessing the Projector Software on the CD-ROM Directly ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 73 Installing or Accessing the Projector Software on the CD-ROM Directly When you install or access the software on the CD-ROM directly, follow the instructions below. For Windows users ELP Link III V2.0 Open the DATA folder, then the ENGLISH folder. Open [...]

Using the Projector Software ■ ■ ■ ■ 74 For Macintosh users ELP Link III V2.0 Open the DATA folder, then the English folder. Copy the ELPLink3 folder to your hard disk. Acrobat Reader Open the DATA folder, then the English folder. Open the PDF_FILE folder, then the AR folder. Double-click the Reader 3.01 Installer icon. User’s Guide (PDF)[...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 75 5 Maintenance T he projector needs little maintenance. You should keep the lens clean because any dirt or stains will appear on the screen. You will also need to clean the air filter located at the bottom of the projector periodically. It is important to keep the[...]

Maintenance ■ ■ ■ ■ 76 Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Wipe the lens surface gently with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. To remove dirt or stains on the lens, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent and gently wipe the lens surface. Cleaning the Projector Case To clean the proj[...]

Cleaning the Air Filter ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 77 Cleaning the Air Filter The air filter, which is located at the bottom of the projector, should be cleaned after every 100 hours of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged with dust and prevent the projector from being ventilated properly. This can cause overheating and damage[...]

Maintenance ■ ■ ■ ■ 78 4. The air filter is attached to the inside of the projector. To clean the filter you are advised to use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If you do not have one, use a dry, lint-free cloth. If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is torn, replace it. An air filter c[...]

Replacing the Lamp ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 79 3. Use a screwdriver, coin, or similar object to loosen the two retaining screws on the lamp cover. When the screws are loose, lift off the lamp cover. (You cannot remove these screws.) 4. Use a screwdriver, coin, or similar object to loosen the two screws holding the lamp in position. (You cannot remov[...]

Maintenance ■ ■ ■ ■ 80 6. Gently insert the new lamp by lowering it into position. Make sure it is inserted securely. 7. Tighten the screws you loosened in step 4. 8. Replace the lamp cover and tighten the cover screws. (Make sure the lamp cover is securely fastened. The projector turns itself off if the lamp cover is open.)[...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 81 6 T r oub leshooting T his chapter describes the problems indicated by the status lights and provides information on what to do if you experience problems with the projector. It is divided into the following sections: • General problems with the projector. Refe[...]

Troubleshooting ■ ■ ■ ■ 82 Problems with the Projector If you have problems with the projector, first turn it off and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this does not solve the problem, check the warning lights at the top of the projector. These lights alert you to problems with projector operation. Se[...]

Problems with the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 83 ❑ The temperature indicator is red. The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off automatically. Let the projector cool for a few minutes, then turn it back on. Make sure nothing is blocking the ventilation vents. The air filter may be clogged. Clean it as described in Chapter 5 and [...]

Troubleshooting ■ ■ ■ ■ 84 Problems with the Image or Sound ❑ An image does not appear on the screen. Check that the power light is on and the lens cover is off. Also make sure the cables are installed correctly, as described in Chapter 1. The correct image source may not be selected. Press the Source button on the remote control or the c[...]

Problems with the Image or Sound ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 85 ❑ A blank screen is displayed. The computer signal cannot be interpreted by the projector. Verify the display format (see page 89, 90). When you see a blank screen, you cannot access the projector menus. ❑ The image or parts of the image are blurred or not in focus. Adjust the Brightne[...]

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■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 87 7 T echnical Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT Size of liquid crystal panels 1.3 inches (33.1 mm) Resolution EMP-7300/7200:1024 (horizontal) x 768 (vertical) pixels EMP-5300: 800 (horizontal) x 600 (vertical) pixels Image size 23 - 300 inch[...]

Technical Specifications ■ ■ ■ ■ 88 Width 11.8 inches (300 mm) Maximum dimension Depth 15.8 inches (400 mm) Maximum dimension Weight 13.8 lb (6.2 kg) Electrical Voltage 100 - 120 VAC and 200 - 240 VAC ± 10% Rated frequency 50/60 Hz Power supply 100 - 120 VAC, 2.4 A, 50/60 Hz 200 - 240 VAC, 1.2 A, 50/60 Hz Environmental Temperature Operatio[...]

Supported Monitor Displays ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 89 Supported Monitor Displays The projector displays images at a resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels. To display a higher resolution image, the projector compresses it to 1024 × 768. The following table lists the display formats supported by the projector: Format Hor Pix [Pixels] Ver Pix [Lines] H. F[...]

Technical Specifications ■ ■ ■ ■ 90 * The projector uses a patent-pending technology to resize the image to 1024 × 768. ♦ Note: The frequencies of some computers may not allow the image to be displayed correctly. ♦ Note: This projector is compatible with DDC-capable graphic sub-systems and boards only. MAC1960" ↑↑ 48.2 59.28 M[...]

Monitor and Computer In 1/2 connector pin assignments ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 91 Monitor and Computer In 1/2 connector pin assignments The Monitor and Computer In 1/2 connectors are female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connectors. The pin assignments are: Input pin Signal 1 Red analogue input 2 Green analogue input 3 Blue analogue input 4 GND 5 G[...]

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■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 93 Glossary Brightness. The balance of light and dark shades in an image. Composite video. A type of video signal that encodes colours, luminance and sychronization information so it can be carried in one signal. Contrast. A measure of the luminance differences betw[...]

Glossary ■ ■ ■ ■ 94 Serial. A type of communication interface that transmits data over a single wire. Sleep mode. The power cable is connected but the projector is switched off. In this mode the power LED lights up orange. If the projector is not used for 30 minutes the lamp switches itself off and after 30 seconds the projector goes into s[...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 95 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Inde x Numerics 3D Sound 51 A About Menu 57 Adobe Acrobat Reader 62 Air Filter 77 anti-theft device 3 Audio cable 2 Audio Menu 51 Auto 49 AVTSS vii B Bass 51 BIS CUIT viii Blank 52 BNC 53 Brightness 48, 93 C Ceiling 52 COLOR TEMP 52 Composite video 93 Computer ca[...]

Index ■ ■ ■ ■ 96 L LAMP 57 Language 53 M MAC Desktop adapter 2 MAC Monitor adapter 2 MAC mouse cable 2 MAC serial cable 2 Main cable 2 Mouse /COM 53 N NTSC viii, 93 O Optional Accessories x Options Menu 52 P PA system 1 PAL viii, 93 PC serial cable 2 pin assignments 91 Power cord 2 Preview 55 Projector ix Projector Software CD-ROM 60 Prompt[...]

■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 97 View Change 53 Volume 51 W wireless mouse 1 World Wide Web xv Z Zoom 54 Zoom In 54 Zoom Out 55 Zoom Screen Shift 55[...]

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