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    User’s Guide[...]

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    Notations Used in This Guide • Safety indications The documentation and th e projector u se graphical sy mbols to show how to use the projector safely. Please understand and respect these caution symbols in order to avoid injury to persons or property. Warning This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly resu lt in personal [...]

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    Notations Used in This G u i d e ........................ 2 Introduction Part Names and Func t i o n s ........... ........................ 7 F r o n t / T o p ................. .................. ................ 7 R e a r ....................................................... 8 B a s e ........................ ............................... 9 C[...]

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    S e t t i n g P a s s w o r d P r o t e c t ........ ............................ .. 5 0 E n t e r i n g t h e P a s s w o r d ................. .............. ......... 5 1 R e s t r i c t i n g O p e r a t i o n ( C o n t r o l P a n e l L o c k ) ..... ........... ............ 5 2 A n t i - T h e f t L o c k ........ ............ .......... ....[...]

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    C o n s u m a b l e s ............................... ................. 8 8 S c r e e n S i z e a n d P r o j e c t i o n D i s t a n c e ......................... 8 9 P r o j e c t i o n D i s t a n c e .................... .................. ...... 8 9 Supported Monitor Displays . . ................ .............. 9 1 S u p p o r t e d R e s o l [...]

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    Introduction This chapter explains the part names.[...]

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    Front/Top Name Func tion A Air exhaust ven t Exhaust vent for air used to cool the projector internally. Caution While projecting, do not put your face or hands near the air exhaust vent, and do not place objects that may become warped or damaged by heat near the vent. B A/ V mute slide k nob Slide the knob to open and close the A/V mute slide. C F[...]

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    Rear Name Func tion A Re m o te rec ei ve r Receives signals from the remote control. B Pow er in le t Connects the power cable to th e projector. s Quick Start Guide C Vi d e o p o r t Inputs composite video signals from video sources. D Sec urit y slot The Security slot is compatible with the Microsaver Security System manufa ctured by Kensington[...]

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    Base Name Func tion A C eilin g m oun t fixing po ints (thre e p oin ts) Attach the optional Ceiling Mount here when suspending the projector from a ceiling. s "Installing the Projector" p.15 s "Optional Accessories" p.88 B Re ar fe et When setup on a surface such as a desk, turn to extend and retract to adjust the horizontal ti[...]

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    Control Panel Name Func tion A [ t ] button Turns the projector power on or off. s Quick Start Guide B [Sour ce Sear ch] button Changes to the next input source that is sending an image. s "Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image (Source Search)" p.24 C [Enter ] bu tton [ ] • When the Configuration menu or the [...]

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    Remote Control Name Function A [ t ] button Turns the projector power on or off. s Quick Start Guide B [Computer] button Changes to images from the Computer port. C [V i deo] button Each time the button is pressed, the image cycles through the S-Video, Video, and HDMI ports. D Numeric buttons Enter the Password. s "Setting Password Protect&quo[...]

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    Name Function J [ ] button • When the Configuration menu or the Help screen is displayed, it accepts and enters the current selection and moves to the next level. s "Using the Configura tion Menu" p.56 • Acts as a mouse's left button when using the Wireless Mouse function. s "Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Poi[...]

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    Replacing the remote control batteries If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it does not operate after it has been used for some time, it probably means that the batteries are becoming flat. When this happens, replace them with new batteries. Have two AA size manganese or alkaline batteries ready. You cannot use other ba[...]

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    Preparing the Projector This chapter explains how to install the projector and connect projection sources.[...]

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    Installation Methods The projector supports the following four different projection methods. Install the projector according to the co nditions of the installation location. • Project images from in front of the screen. (Front projection) • Project images from behind a translucent screen. (Rear projec- tion) • Suspend the projector from the c[...]

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    • Install the projector so that it is parallel to the screen. If the projector is installed at an angle to the screen, keystone distortion occurs in the projected image. • Place the projector on a level surface. If the projector is tilted the projected image is also tilted. a • See the following if you cannot install the projector parallel to[...]

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    The port name , location, and connector orientation differ depending on the sour ce being connected. Connecting Image Sources To project images from DVD players or game consoles and so on , connect to the projector using one of the following methods. A When using the supplied c omponent adapter and t he optional component video cable s "Option[...]

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    Attention • Power off the equipment before co nnecting. Connecting while it is powered on may cause malfunctions to occur. • When connecting, check the cable's connector shape with the shap e of the port. Inserting a connector with a different orientati on or shape by force may cause malfunctions to occur or may damage the equipment. Conne[...]

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    a • Use an HDMI cable that conforms to the HDMI standard. • Depending on the equipment you are connecting to, the connecter sh ape may be specific to that equipment. In such a case, use th e c a b l e t h a t w a s s u p p l i e d w i t h the equipment or is availa ble as an optional accessory for that equipment. • The cable used to connect t[...]

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    a You can use a USB cable to con nect the projector to a computer to project images from the comput e r . T h i s f u n c t i o n i s c a l l e d U S B Display. s "Projecting with USB Display" p.25 Connecting Equipment 20[...]

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    Connecting USB Devices You can connect devices such as USB memory, the optional Docume n t C a m e r a , a n d U S B c o m p a t i b l e h a r d d i s k s a n d d i g i t a l c a m e r a s . Using the USB cable supplied with the USB device, connect th e USB device to the USB(TypeA) port on the projector. When the USB device is connected, you can pr[...]

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    Removing USB devices After finishing projecting, remove USB devices from the projector. For devices such as digital cameras or hard disks, turn off the device and then remove it from the projector. Connecting Equipment 22[...]

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    Basic Usage This chapter ex plains how to project and adjust images.[...]

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    Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image (Source Search) Press the [Source Search] button to project images from the port currently receiving an image. Using the remote c ontr ol Using the c ontrol panel When two or more image sources are connected, press the [Source Search] button until the target image is projected. When [...]

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    Switching to the Target Image by Remote Control You can change directly to the target image by pressing the following buttons on the remote control. Rem ote co ntro l A Changes to images from the Computer port. B Each time the button is pressed, it cycles through the images being input from the following sources. • S-Video port • Video port •[...]

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    Amo un t of Mem - ory 256 M B or m ore Recommended: 512 MB or more Har d Disk Spac e 20 MB or more Dis pla y Resolution of no less than 640x480 and no higher than 1600x 1200. Display color in 16-bit color or greater * 1 S e r v i c e P a c k 4 o n l y * 2 Except for Service Pack 1 For Mac OS OS Mac OS X 10.5.x Mac OS X 10.6.x CP U Power PC G4 1GHz [...]

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    c Computer images are projected. It may take a while before computer images are projected. Until computer images are projected, leave the equipment as it is and do not disconnect the U SB cable or turn off the power to the projector. d Disconnect the USB cable when you finish projection. When disconnecting the USB cable, there is no need to use Saf[...]

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    For Windo ws XP a Click Start , a n d t h e n c l i c k Control Panel . b Double-click Add or Remove Programs . c Select Epson USB Display and click Remove . For Windows Vista/Windows 7 a Click Start , a n d t h e n c l i c k Control Panel . b Click Uninst all a program under Programs . c Select Epson USB Display and click Uninstall . For Mac OS a [...]

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    Correcting Keystone Distortion You can correct keystone distortion using one of the following methods. • Correcting automatically (Auto V-Keystone) Automatically corrects vertical keystone distortion. • Correcting manu ally (H-Keystone Adjuster) Manually corrects horizontal keystone distortion using the horizon tal keystone adjuster. • Correc[...]

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    a • Auto V-Keystone works only when Projection is set to Front from the Configuration menu. s Extended - Projec tion p.62 • If you do not want to use Auto V-Keystone, set Au to V-Key stone to Off . s Settings - Keystone - H/V-Keystone - Auto V-Keystone p.61 Correcting manually You can manually correct keystone distortion. You can use H/V-Keysto[...]

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    Press the [ a ] o r [ b ] buttons to correct horizontal distortion. a You can also set H/V- Keystone from the Configuration menu. s Settings - Keystone - H/V-Keystone p.61 Quick Corner This allows you to manu ally correct each of the four corners of the projected image separately. a Press the [Menu] button while projecting . s "Using the Confi[...]

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    d Using the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] bu ttons o n the remote control, or the [ w ], [ v ], [ a ], and [ b ] buttons on the control panel, s elect the corner to correct, and then press the [ ] b u t t o n . e Using the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons on the remote control, or the [ w ], [ v ], [ a ], and [ b ] buttons on the control panel, correct the [...]

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    a If the [Esc] button is held down for about two seconds while the corner selection screen from step 4 is displayed, the following screen is displayed. Reset Quick Corner : Resets the result of Quick Corner corrections. Switch to H/V-Keysto ne : Switches the correction method to H/V-Keystone . s "Settings Menu" p.61 Adjusting the Image Si[...]

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    Correcting the Focus You can correct the focus using the focus ring. Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume using one of the following methods. • Press the [Volume] button on the control panel or the remote control to adjust the volume. [ a ] Decreases the volume. [ b ] I n c r e a s e s t h e v o l u m e . Using the remote c ontrol Using[...]

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    Each time you press the [Color Mode] button, the Color Mode name is displayed on the screen and the Color Mode changes. Rem ote co ntro l a You can set Color Mode from the Configuration menu. s Image - Color Mode p.58 Setting Auto Iris By automatically setting the luminance according to the brightness of the displayed image, it lets you enjoy deep [...]

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    Changing methods Each time you press the [Aspect] button on the remote control, the aspect mode name is displayed on the screen and th e aspect ratio changes. Re m o t e c on tro l a You can set the aspect ratio from the Configuration menu. s Signal - Aspect p.59 Changing the aspect mode Projecting images from video equipment or from the HDMI port [...]

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    Aspect Mode I nput Signa l XGA 1024X7 68(4:3) WXG A 1280X800( 16:10) 16:9 Full Zoom Native a If parts of the image are missing, set the Resolution setting to Wide or Normal from the Configuration menu, according to the size of the computer panel. s Signal - Resolution p.59 Adjusting Projected Images 37[...]

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    Useful Functions This chapter explains useful tips for giving presentations, and the Security functions.[...]

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    Projecting Without a Computer (Slideshow) By connecting a USB stor age device such as a USB memory or a USB hard disk to the projector, you can project the files stored on the device without using a computer. This function is called Slideshow. a • You may not be able to use USB storage devices that incorporate security functions. • You cannot c[...]

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    b Connect the USB s torage device o r digi tal c amera to the projector. s "Connecting USB Devices" p.21 Slideshow starts and the file list screen is displayed. • JPEG files are displayed as thum bnails (file contents are displayed as small images). • Other files or folders are di splayed as icons as shown in the following table. Ic o[...]

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    a If not all of the files and folders are displayed on the current screen, press the [ ] ] button on the remote control, or position the cursor on Next Page at the bottom of the screen and press the [ ] button. To return to the previous screen, press the [ [ ] button on the remote control, or position the cursor on Previous Page at the top of the s[...]

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    b Press the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to select the image file you want to project. c Press the [ ] b u t t o n . T h e i m a g e i s d i s p l a y e d . a Press the [ ][ ] buttons to move to the next or previous image file. d Press the [Esc] button to return to the file list screen. Projecting image files in a fo lder in sequence (Slideshow) [...]

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    a If Screen Switching Time on the Option screen is set to No , f i l e s d o not change automatically when you select Play Slideshow. Press the [ ] button, the [ ] button, or the [ ] ] button to continue to the next file. Y o u c a n u s e t h e f o l l o w i n g f u n c t i o n s w h en projecting an image file with Slideshow. • Freeze s "F[...]

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    Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute) You can use this when you want to hide the image on the screen, or if you do not want to show details such as when you are changing between files. Each time you press the [A/V Mute] but ton, or open/close the lens cover A/V Mute turns on or off. Re m ot e c on tro l Pro je c to r a • When projecti[...]

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    a • Audio does not stop. • When projecting moving images, the images contin ue to be played back while the screen is frozen. It is not possible to resume projection from the point where the screen was frozen. • If the [Freeze] button is pressed while the Configuration menu or the Help screen is displayed, the menu or the Help screen that is d[...]

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    Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) This is useful when you want to expand images to see them in greater detail. a Start E-Zoom. Press the [ z ] button to display the Cross ( ). Re m o t e c o n t ro l b Move the Cross ( ) to the area of th e image that you want to enlarge. Re m o te c o nt ro l When any pair of adjacent [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] b u [...]

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    U s i n g t h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l t o O p e r a t e t h e M o u s e Pointer (Wireless Mouse) You can control the computer's mouse pointer from the projector's remote control. This function is called Wireless Mouse. The following oper ating systems are compatible with Wireless Mouse. Wi ndows Ma c OS OS Windows 98 Windows 98SE Wind[...]

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    a • When any pair of adjacent [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] buttons are pressed at the same time, the pointer can be moved diagonally. • If the mouse button settings are set to reverse on the computer, the operation of the remote control buttons will also be reversed. • The Wireless Mouse function does not work under the following conditions. - When [...]

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    a • When User's Logo Protect from Passwo rd Prote ct is set to On , a message is displayed a nd the User's Logo cannot be changed. You ca n make changes after setting User's Logo Protect to Off . s "Managing Users (Password Protect)" p.50 • If User's Logo is selected when Keystone, E-Zoom, Aspect, or Adjust Zoom ar[...]

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    The projector has the following enhanced security functions. • Password Protect You can limit who can use the projector. • Control Panel Lock You can prevent people changing th e settings on the projector without permission. s "Restricting Operation (Control Panel Lock)" p.52 • Anti-Theft Lock The projector is equipped with the foll[...]

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    c Select On , and then press the [ ] bu tton. Press the [Esc] button, the screen displayed in step 2 is displayed again. d Set the passwor d. (1) Select Password , and then press the [ ] button. (2) When the message "Change the password?" is displayed, select Yes and then press the [ ] button. The default password is set to "0000&quo[...]

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    Attention • If an incorrect password is entered three times in succession, the message "The projector's operation will be lock ed." is displayed for approximately five minutes, and then the projector switches to standby mode. If this happens, disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet and then reinsert it and turn the pro[...]

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    d Select Yes when the confirmation message is displayed. The control panel buttons are locked according to the setting you chose. a You can release the control panel lock by one of the following two methods. • Select Off from Con trol Panel Lock . s Settings - Control Panel Lock p.6 1 • Press and hol d down the [ ] button on the control panel f[...]

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    ESC/VP21 Comman ds You can control the projector from an external device using ESC/VP21. Before starting a Install the USB communication dr iver (EPSON USB-COM Driver) to your computer. For information about the EPSON USB-COM Driver, contact your local deal er or the nearest ad dress provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. s Epson Projector C[...]

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    Configuration Menu This chapter explains how to use the Configuration menu and its functions.[...]

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    This section explains how to use the Configuration menu. Although steps are explained using the remote control as an example, you can perform the same operations from the control panel. Check the guide under the menu for the available buttons and their operations. a Display the Configuration menu screen. b Select a top menu item. c Select a submenu[...]

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    Configuration Menu Table Settable items vary depending on the model being used and the image signal and source being projected. To p Men u Na me Su bmenu Na me It ems or S ett ing V a lu es Image menu s p.58 Color Mode Dynamic, Living Room, Theatre, Game Brightness -24 to 24 Contrast -24 to 24 Color Saturation -32 to 32 Tint -32 to 32 Sharpness -5 [...]

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    To p Men u Na me Su bmenu Na me It ems or S ett ing V a lu es Resolution - Video Signal - Refresh Rate - Sync Info - Status - Serial Number - Reset menu s p.64 Reset All - Reset Lamp Hours - * 1 The number of supported languages differ s depending on the region where the projector is used. Image Menu Settable items vary depending on the image signa[...]

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    Submenu F unc tion Col o r A dj u s t- ment You can adjust the color strength for Red, Green , and Blue individually. Auto Iris (This item cannot be selected if Color Mode is set to Living Room .) Set to On to adjust the iris to obtain the optimum light for images being projected. The setting is stored for each Color Mode. s "Setting Auto Iris[...]

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    Submenu F unc tion Pr ogressive (This setting can only be adju sted when a component video or RGB video with an interlaced si gnal (480i/576i/1080i) is input. This cannot be set when a digital RGB signal is input.) Interlace g (i) signal is converted to Progressive g (p). (IP conversion) Off : Ideal for images with a large amount of movement. Video[...]

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    Settings Menu Submenu F unc tion Ke yst o n e You can correct keystone distortion. • When H/V-Keyst one is selected: Adjust V-Keysto ne and H-Keystone to correct horizontal and vertical keystone distortion. You can also set A uto V-Keystone and H-Keystone Adjuster to On or Off . • When Quick Co rner is selected: Select and correct the four corn[...]

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    Submenu F unc tion Test Pa ttern When the projector is set up, a test pattern is displayed so that you can adjust the projection status w ithout connecting equipment. While the test pattern is displayed, zoom, focus adjustments, and keystone correction can be performed. To cancel the test pattern, press the [Esc] button on the remote control or the[...]

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    Submenu F unc tion Oper at ion Direct Power On : S e t t o On to turn on the projector simply by plugging it in. When the power cable is plugged in, note that the projector turns on automatically in cases such as a power outage being restored. Sleep Mode : W h e n s e t t o On , this automatically stops projection when no image signal is being inpu[...]

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    s "Automatically Detect Input Signal s and Change the Projected Image (Source Search)" p.24 Submenu Function Lamp Hours You can display the cumulative lamp operating time * . When it reaches the lamp warning time, the characters are displayed in yellow. Sourc e You can display the source name for the connected equipment currently being pr[...]

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    Troubleshooting This chapter explains how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.[...]

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    If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help screen is displayed to assist you by pressing the Help button. You can solve problems by answering the questions. a Press the [Help] button. The Help screen is displayed. Us in g th e re m o te c on tro l Usin g t he c on tro l pa ne l b Select a menu item. Us in g th e re m o te c on tro l Usin g t [...]

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    If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators" be low. See the following if the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be. s "When th e Indicators Provide No He lp" p.70 Reading the Indicators The projecto r is provided with th e fo[...]

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    Refer to the following table to see what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate. If all indicators are off, check that the power cable is conne cted correctly and that the power is being supplied normally. Sometimes, when the power cable is unplugged, the [ t ] indicator remains lit for a shor t period, but this is not a [...]

  • Page 69

    Sta tus Cause R emedy or St atus If the lamp is not cracked : Reinstall the lamp and turn on the power. If the error continues : Replace the lamp with a new one and then turn on the power. If the error con tinues : Stop using the projector, remove the power plug from th e el ectrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address prov[...]

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    When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. Problems Relating to Images • No images appear Projection does not start, the projection area is completely black, or the projection area is completely blue. s p.71 • Moving images are[...]

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    Problems Relating to Images No images appear Che ck Re m e d y Did you press the [ t ] button? Press the [ t ] button to turn the power on. Are the indicators switched off? The power cable is no t connected correctly or power is not being supplied. Connect the projector's power cable correctly. s Quick Start Guide Check that your electrical ou[...]

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    Moving images are not displayed (only t h e m o v i n g i m a g e p o r t i o n t u r n s b l a c k ) Che ck Re m e d y Is the computer's image signal being output to the LCD and the monitor? (Only when projecting images from a laptop computer or a computer with a built-in LCD screen) Change the image signal from the computer to external outp [...]

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    Che ck Re m e d y Are the image signals being output to the projector? (Only when projecting images from a laptop computer or a computer with a built-in LCD screen) If the image signals are only being output to the computer 's LCD monitor or to the accessory monitor, you ne ed to change the output to an external destination as well as th e com[...]

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    Interference or distortion appear in images Che ck Re m e d y Is the image signal format setting correct? (Only when projecting images from a video source) Change the setting according to the signal for the connected equipment. s Signal - Video Sign al p.59 Are the cables connected correctly? Check that all the ca bles required for projection are s[...]

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    Che ck Re m e d y Is the computer set for dual display? (Only when projecting computer images) If dual display is activated in the Display Properties of the computer's Control Panel, only about half of the image on the computer screen is projected. To display the entire image on the computer screen, turn off the dual display setting. s Compute[...]

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    Images appear dark Che ck Re m e d y Is the image brightness set correctly? Adjust the Brightness and Power Consumption settings from the Configuration menu. s Image - Brightness p.58 s Settings - Power Consumption p.61 Is the contrast g adjusted correctly? Adjust the Contrast setting from the Configuration menu. s Image - Cont rast p.58 Is it time[...]

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    Che ck Re m e d y Is the correct setting for the remote receiver selected ? Check the Remote Receive r from the Configuration menu. s Settings - Remote Receiver p.61 Other Problems No sound can be heard or the sound is faint Che ck Re m e d y Check that the audio/video cable is securely attached to both the projector and audio source. Disconnect th[...]

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    Che ck Re m e d y Is direct sunlight or strong light from fluorescent lamps shining onto the remote receiver? Set the projector up in a location where strong light does not shine onto the remote receiver. Or set the remote receiver to Off from Remote Receiver in the Config uration menu. s Settings - Remote Receiver p.61 Is the correct setting for t[...]

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    Maintenance This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of perfor mance from th e projector fo r a lo ng time to come.[...]

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    You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. Attention Turn off the projector's power before cleaning. Cleaning the Projector's Surface Clean the projector's surface by wipi ng it gently with a soft cloth. If the projector is particularly dirty, moisten the cloth with[...]

  • Page 81

    a • If a message is frequently displayed, even after cleaning, it is time to replace the air filter. Replace it w ith a new air filter. s " R e p l a c i n g t h e A i r F i l t e r " p.85 • It is recommended that you clean these parts at least once every three months. Clean them more often than this if using the projector in a partic[...]

  • Page 82

    This section explains how to replace the lamp and the air filter. Replacing the Lamp Lamp replacement period It is time to replace the lamp when: • The following message is displayed. "Time to replace the lamp. Please contact your Epson projector reseller or visit www.epson.com to purchase." The message is displayed for 30 seconds. • [...]

  • Page 83

    Warning • When replacing the lamp because it has stopped illuminating, there is a possibility that the lamp may be broken. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed on the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is cracked, a nd you should stand to the side of the lamp cover, not underneath it. Remove the lamp cover ge[...]

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    d Take out the old Lamp by pulling the handle. If the Lamp is cracked, replace it with a new lamp, or contact your local dealer for further advice. s Epson Projector Contact List ② ① e Install the new lamp. Insert the new Lamp alo ng the guid e rail in the correct direction so that it fits in place, push in firmly, and once it is fully inserted[...]

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    f R e p l a c e t h e l a m p c o v e r . Attention • Make sure you install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, the power turns off automatically as a safety precaution. If the lamp or the lamp c o v e r i s n o t i n s t a l l e d c o r r e c t l y , t h e p o w e r d o e s n o t t u r n o n . • This product includes a lamp c ompo[...]

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    c Remove the air filter. Grip the air filter cover tab and pull it straight out. d Install the new air filter. Slide the air filter from the outside and press in until it firmly clicks into place. e C l o s e t h e a i r f i l t e r c o v e r . a Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations. Filter frame: ABS Filte[...]

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    Appendix[...]

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    The followi ng optional accessories an d consumables are available. Please purchase these products as and when needed. The following list of optional accessories and consumables is current as of: May 2011. Details of accessories are subject to change wi thout notice and availability may vary depending on the country of purchase. Optional Accessorie[...]

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    Projection Distance A Projection distance B Distance from the center of the lens to the base of the screen (or to the top of the screen, if suspended from a ceiling) C Center of lens Unit: cm 4:3 Scree n Size A B Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T ele) 30" 61x46 94 - 113 -7 40" 81x61 126 - 152 -9 50" 100x76 158 - 190 -11 4:3 Sc reen [...]

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    Unit: cm 16:10 Sc ree n Size A B Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T ele) 35" 76x47 97 - 117 -7 40" 86x54 111 - 134 -8 50" 110x67 139 - 168 -10 60" 130x81 168 - 202 -12 80" 170x110 225 - 270 -15 100" 220x130 281 - 33 8 -19 150" 320x200 424 - 50 9 -29 200" 430x270 566 - 68 0 -38 320" 690 x 430 907 - 1089 -[...]

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    Supported Resolutions Computer signals (analog RGB) Signal Refresh Ra te (Hz) Resolutio n (dots) VGA 60/72/75/85 640x480 SVGA 56/60/72/75/85 800x600 XGA 60/70/75/8 5 1024x768 WXGA 60 1280x768 60 1360x768 60/75/85 1280x800 WXGA+ 60/75/85 1440x900 SXGA 70/75/85 1152x864 60/75/85 1280x1024 60/75/85 1280x960 SXGA+ 60/75 1400x1050 WSXGA+ * 60 1680x1050 [...]

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    Si g n al Ref re sh Rate ( H z) Re so lu ti o n ( d o ts ) SDTV (480i/480p) 60 720x480 SDTV (576i/576p) 50 720x576 HDTV (720p) 50/60 1280x720 HDTV (1080i) 50/60 1920x1080 HDTV (1080p) 24/30/50/60 1920x1080 Supported Monitor Displays 92[...]

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    Projector General Specifications Prod uc t n am e EH-TW480 Dimens ions 295 (W) x 79 (H) x 228 (D) mm LCD panel size 0.59" Wide Dis pla y method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Re so lu tio n 1024.000 WXGA (1280 (W)x 800 (H) dots)x 3 Foc us ad just me n t Manual Zoom ad jus tment Manual (1 to 1.2) Lamp UHE lamp, 200 W Model No.: ELPLP67 Max. audi[...]

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    Aud io In pu t po rt 1 RCA pin jack x 2 HDMI port 1 HDMI (Audio is only supported by PCM) US B (T y peA ) por t * 1 USB connector (Type A) U SB( Typ e B) p ort * 1 USB connector (Type B) * Supports USB 2.0. However, USB ports are not gu aranteed to operate all devices that support USB. Specifications 94[...]

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    This product is also designed for IT power dist ribution system with phase-to-phase voltage 230V. Angle of tilt If you use the projector tilted at an angle of more than 30˚ it could be damaged and cause an accident. Specifications 95[...]

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    DECLARATION of CONFORMITY According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We: Epson America, Inc. Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806 Tel: 562-290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified he[...]

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    A Center of lens B Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point Units: mm Appearance 97[...]

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    This section briefly explains the difficult term s that ar e not expl aine d in the text of this guide. For details, refer to other commercially available publications. Aspe c t R atio The ratio between an image's length and its height. Screens with a horizontal:vertical ratio of 16:9 , such as HDTV screens, are known as wide screens. SDTV and[...]

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    VG A A screen size standard with a resolution of 640 (horizontal) x 480 (vertical) dots. XGA A screen size standard with a resolution of 1,024 (horizontal) x 7 68 (vertical) dots. Glossary 99[...]

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    All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, wit hout the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information conta[...]

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    A A/V Mute ...................... ................................ 44 Air exhaust vent ........... .................... .............. 7 Air filter replacement pe rio d ..................... 85 Aspect .............. ..................... ................... 35, 60 Auto Iris ...................... ....................... ..... 35, 59 Auto Setup ....[...]

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    O Opera ting t empera tur e ................. .............. 93 Operation .............. ........................ ................ 63 Optional accessori es ............ ........................ 88 Overheating ................. ............................ ..... 68 P Part Names and Function s ........................... 7 Password protect ..........[...]