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1. ON OFF switch _Y ws Turn off the remote control before transporting or storing it this prevents the batteries from discharging if something presses against one of the buttons Here are some additional tips m Point the remote control either at the front or back of the projector or at the screen m Stand within 33 feet of the projector If you want to operate the projector from a greater distance a remote control cable set is available see page 13 m When presenting in a darkened room press the X light button to make the buttons on the remote light up temporarily m Avoid using the remote under bright fluorescent lamps or in direct sunlight or the projector may not respond properly 32 Using the Remote Control Replacing the Batteries If the projector stops responding to the remote control check the following Make sure the remote control s ON OFF switch shown on page 32 is in the ON position Press the 0 light button and check to see if the buttons on the remote control light up If you re in a bright room you may not be able to see them light up If the buttons do not light up replace the batteries as described below Ls 2 Turn the remote control over Press down on the ridges at one end of the battery cover as you slide the cover off Install two AA batteries inserting the flat negative ends in first Slide the cover back in place caution When replacing ba
2. 72 Fine Tuning the Projector Press the Menu button highlight the Setting menu and press Enter Select Operation Lock and press the Enter button Select Full Lock or Partial Lock and press Enter Select Yes and press Enter to confirm the setting Press the Menu button to exit Controlling Multiple Projectors If yov re using more than one projector for your presentation you can switch between them using a single remote control To do this you need to set a different ID for each projector During the presentation you can change the remote control s ID to match that of the projector you want to use Setting the Projector ID The projector s default ID is 1 Follow these steps to change it 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control You see the projector s menu screen 2 Select the Extended menu and press Enter 3 Highlight Projector ID and press Enter Return Display Projector ID Projection Front Operation Standby Mode Network OFF COM Port RS 232E Language English Reset Esc Return Select Enter Enter Nenu Exit 4 Choose an ID value for the projector and press Enter 5 When you re done press Esc to exit the menu system note By default the remote control s ID is set to zero which allows it to control any projector If you want to control multiple projectors simultaneously and you don t want to switch between them each projector would need its own screen you can leave th
3. sign appears when the problem goes away or is resolved Managing Projectors 93 94 Managing Projectors warning Before you clean any part of the projector turn it off and unplug the power cord Never open any cover on the projector except the lamp cover Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely Do not try to service this product yourself except as specifically explained in this User s Guide Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel Maintaining the Projector Your projector needs little maintenance All you have to do is keep the lens clean and periodically clean the air filters at the side and base of the projector A clogged air filter can block ventilation needed to cool the projector The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filters If any other part needs replacing contact your dealer or a qualified servicer This chapter covers the following m Cleaning the lens m Cleaning the projector case m Cleaning the air filters and vents m Replacing the lamp and air filters m Transporting the projector Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust To remove dirt or smears on the lens use lens cleaning tissue If necessary moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens Remove the cap before cleaning lt y 95 caution Do not use wa
4. 4 6 ors ko den we a Ke wees 87 Using EMP NetworkManager 00000000 89 Selecting the Projectors to Monitor 89 Setting a Password riew bee haw hee thee eee eS 90 Creating the E Mail Settings 04 90 Understanding the Notification Messages 93 Contents 5 6 Contents Maintaining the Projector 95 Cleaning the Lens o a ced atnaths ise oe vee eS 95 Cleaning the Projector Case 2 eee eee eee 96 Cleaning the Air Filters and Vents 05 oeneeees ornare 96 Replacing the Lamp and Air Filters 0 97 Resetting the Lamp Timer ots 0s her ere wetatainks 99 Transporting the Projector ssw wakes heed ek 100 Solving Problems 0 000 ccc cece eens 101 Using On Screen Help sie wees miu ve eee eta ees 102 Checking Projector Status u p0o c cea eae saw wae a 103 What To Do When the Lights Flash 103 Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information 105 Solving Problems with the Image or Sound 105 Solving EasyManagement Problems 111 Solving Problems with the Remote Control 111 Where To Get Help o esas eek one ates are 112 Telephone Support Services wet ope hn oiwae eben 112 Software Installation 06 0000 c cc 113 Windows System Requirements 0000 113 Installing the Software on a Windows System 114 Projector Installation a an 115 Technical S
5. call 800 637 7661 and enter the PIN on the Epson PrivateLine Support card included in your Start Here kit This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative and it s free This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday for the duration of your warranty period You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers m U S 562 276 4394 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday m Canada 905 709 3839 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday Toll or long distance charges may apply Before you call please have the following information ready m Product name Epson PowerLite 830p m Product serial number located on the bottom of the projector m Computer configuration m Description of the problem You can purchase screens carrying cases or other accessories from Epson at 800 873 7766 or by visiting the Epson Store at www epsonstore com U S sales only In Canada please call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral 112 Solving Problems Software Installation The Epson Projector Software CD ROM includes EMP Monitor and EMP Network Manager for presenting and monitoring the projector from a remote location Windows System Requirements Before you install the software make sure your computer meets these requirements m Microsoft Windows 98 2000 Me or XP m IBM compatible PC with at least a Pentium III 700 MHz
6. presentation close up as well as on screen not necessary if you re using a notebook see page 50 connect an audio cable to play computer audio see page 56 46 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting to the Computer Ports caution You can connect to either Computer Component port using the Don t try to force a VGA computer cable that came with the projector the monitor port connector to fit a port with a different shape or number of pins You may damage the 1 If you re using the VGA computer cable connect one end to one port or connector of the projector s Computer Component ports and the other end to your computer s monitor port Then go to step 4 on your computer must be a mini D sub 15 pin port 2 You can connect an optional stereo mini jack audio cable to play sound through the projector see page 56 an external monitor see page 50 or a USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse see page 49 3 When you ve finished making any connections see page 18 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 47 Using the Macintosh Desktop Adapter If you have an older desktop Macintosh or PowerBook the VGA cable may not fit when you try to connect it If so you ll need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter to connect the VGA cable to your computer This is available from Epson see page 13 1 To use the adapter remove
7. so cog sae ae ee es 60 Restoring the Default Settings 4 61 Adjusting the Image Quality 00000 62 Adjusting the Image aie cis secsca Gatien wa Uotacakes Mee ate 62 Adjusting Signal Settings 00000000 63 Adjusting the Image Size Shape and Position 65 Adjusting the Color sutstse dee Syerkiedin gy Oh wings hanicne eo 66 Adjusting the sound acide eshte ead hie weasel eb 67 Using the Projector Security Features 0 0 67 Enabling Password Protectioties 2 s scesacwa sa abies Sip sce 68 Creating Your Own Startup Screen 45 71 Disabling the Projector s Buttons 72 Controlling Multiple Projectors 0 000000 73 Setting the Projector ID 0 5 evn a eee eke oA 73 Changing the Remote ControlID 74 Customizing Projector Features 0 0 0 000005 75 Remote Monitoring Setup Options 75 Miscellaneous Setup Options 0000 79 Enabling Quick Setup Options o a aesan 76 Automatically Running Quick Setup 77 Managing Projectors i 79 Connecting and Configuring the Projector on a Wired Network sire iaci lancyere eonig aed sast Gad Proton seia 80 Using EMP Monitor 0 0 00 eee eee 81 Opening and Closing EMP Monitor 82 Registering Your Projectors 0 000000 005 82 Monitoring Your Projectors 0000 e eee 85 Controlling Your Projecto0s
8. 600 P 1024x768 simutscan Simulscan J resott 2 Select a Simulscan resolution as shown Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making the selection Displaying and Adjusting the Image 23 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 below If you have quick setup enabled on the projector 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 Chapter 4 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 y A l i a Z5 Projector rear foot Stand behind the projector Press the blue foot release lever up and lift the front of the projector Once the image is positioned where you want it release the lever to lock the foot in position If necessary you can fine tune the height or level the image by turning the projector s rear feet Raising the projector causes the image to distort or keystone but you can manually correct the shape as described in the next section 24 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Using Quick Setup You can use the Quick Setup button on the projector or the remote control to quic
9. Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 57 58 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 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 quality Adjusting the image size shape and position Adjusting the color Adjusting the sound Using the projector security features Controlling multiple projectors Customizing projector features Enabling Quick Setup options 59 Using the Menu System EasyMP l 2 3 4 ON OFF 60 Fine Tuning the Projector You can use the remote control or the projector s control panel to access the menus and change settings Follow these steps To display the menu screen press the Menu button You see a menu screen similar to the one below Options Return Color Mode Presentation Brightness 0 Contrast Auto Sharpness 0 Menu list Color Adjustnent Reset The menus are listed on the left and the options available for the highlighted menu are shown on the right Use the pointer button on the remote control or the arrow buttons on the projector to scroll through the menu list When you ve highlighted the desired menu press the Enter button to select it Once you ve selected the menu use the pointer button to scroll through the list of options Some of the option
10. For warranty service you must provide proof of the date of original purchase What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems If you elect carry in warranty service please bring the product securely packaged in its original container or an equivalent along with proof of the date of original purchase to your Epson Dealer or Epson Customer Care Center Epson will at its option repair or replace on an exchange basis the defective unit without charge for parts or labor When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of a part the item replaced becomes Epson property The exchanged product or part may be new or previously refurbished to the Epson standard of quality and at Epson s option the replacement may be another model of like kind and quality Epson s liability for replacement of the covered product will not exceed the original retail selling price of the covered product Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by this limited warranty However each replacement lamp carries the limited 90 day warranty stated above What This Warranty Does Not Cover This warranty does not apply to refurbished or reconditioned products This warranty covers only normal consumer use in the United States and Canada 24 hour per day use causes unusual strain and is not considered normal use This warranty does not cover consumables e g fuses other than lamps This warranty is not tr
11. The following table explains the meaning of the error icons See page 101 for recommended solutions to problems Error icons Lamp replacement notification the lamp is nearing the end of its life see page 97 High speed cooling in progress the projector is getting too hot but continues to operate Overheating projection turned off automatically Lamp out or lamp cover open Fan error Sensor error 6 AORE Internal problem 3 Controlling Your Projectors The control buttons in the upper right let you select video signals and turn projectors on or off Hold the mouse pointer over a button to see a description of its function Select the projector you want to operate with the mouse pointer before clicking one of the buttons Control buttons note To turn on a projector when it s in standby mode plugged in but not projecting you must have selected Network ON as the Standby Mode setting in the projector s Extended menu see page 75 Remember that when Standby Mode is set to Network ON the exhaust fan continues to operate after the projector has cooled down This is normal Managing Projectors 87 The following table explains the functions of the control buttons Control buttons P Turns the projector on Wa na Turns the projector off 2 real Changes the video signal to the or Computer Component 1 port T Changes the vide
12. UXGA 85 85 1600 x 1200 MAC13 67 640 x 480 MAC16 75 832 x 624 MAC19 75 1024 x 768 MAC21 75 1152 x 870 NTSC 60 NTSC 4 43 60 PAL 50 N PAL 50 M PAL 60 PAL 60 60 SECAM 50 HDTV 720p 60 1024 x 576 HDTV 1080i 60 1024 x 576 SDTV 480i 60 1024 x 768 SDTV 480p 60 1024 x 768 SDTV 625i 50 1024 x 768 SDTV 625p 50 1024 x 768 The image is resized using Epson s SizeWise Technology Notices This appendix includes safety instructions and other important information about your Epson PowerLite projector Important Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector m Do not place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table m Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat m Use the type of power source indicated on the projector If you are not sure of the power available consult your dealer or power company m Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged Placez l appareil pres d une prise de courant o la fiche peut tre d branch e facilement m Insert the projector s three wire grounding type plug into a properly grounded outlet If you have a two prong outlet contact an electrician to replace it Do not hold the plug with wet hands m Take the following precautions for the plug Failure to comply with these precautions could result in sparks or fire Do no
13. a statistical basis as required by 47CFR 2 909 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Trade Name Epson Type of Product Projector Model EMP 830 Marketing Name PowerLite 830p FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures m Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna m Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver m Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected m Consult the dealer or an experienc
14. change in performance indicating a need for service If it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged m This product includes a lamp component that contains mercury Hg Please consult your state and local regulations regarding proper disposal and do not put in the trash m Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for extended periods m Do not place the projector and or remote control on top of heat producing equipment or in a hot location m Ifyou use the projector in a country other than where you purchased it use the correct power cord for that country m Do not stand on the projector or place heavy objects on it Do not use the projector outside of the required temperature range of 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C Doing so may cause an unstable display and could lead to projector damage m Do not store the projector outside of the required temperature range of 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C or in direct sunlight for long periods of time Doing so may cause damage to the case WARNING This product contains chemicals including lead known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Remote Control Information You can operate the projector by remote control via a line of sight infrared IR receiver at the front and rear of the projector The projector may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions m
15. in 16 9 widescreen format m Keystone in the Setting menu Squares up the shape of the image after the projector has been tilted upward or angled to one side see page 26 If you notice lines or edges looking jagged after adjusting the shape decrease the Sharpness setting see page 62 m Position in the Signal menu 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 button to center it not available for digital RGB or RGB video images NV Mute a win ge goes oe note If your computer image is stretched compressed or doesn t fit correctly on the screen try adjusting the Resolution setting first see page 64 Fine Tuning the Projector 65 Adjusting the Color The projector provides several ways for you to adjust the color urr gt Jen 66 Fine Tuning the Projector Color Mode button also in the Image menu Lets you quickly adjust the color and brightness for various environments Use either the remote control or the Color Mode setting in the Image menu You can save a different setting for each computer and or video source Select from these settings m Dynamic For projecting movies or playing video games in vivid color in a bright room m Presentation For presentations in dark rooms m Theatre For optimizing movie images with natural color in a dark room the default for video or S Video display m Li
16. in the Network menu and enter at least one trap IP address Miscellaneous Setup Options Projection in the Extended menu 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 Rear to project from behind onto a transparent screen or Rear Ceiling to project from behind onto a transparent screen when the projector is mounted upside down from the ceiling Language in the Extended menu Select from nine languages to be used for the projector menus note When Standby Mode is set to Network ON the exhaust fan continues to operate after the projector has cooled down This is normal Fine Tuning the Projector 75 Enabling Quick Setup Options Your projector can quickly detect and set up the focus straighten the image and adjust the colors for the surface the image is being projected on Follow these steps to enable these features 1 76 Fine Tuning the Projector Press the Menu button on the remote control You see the projector s menu screen Select the Setting menu and press Enter Then highlight Quick Setup and press Enter Select Quick Setup Options and press Enter Image Quick Setup Options Return adel Auto Focus OOH Auto Quick Corner ON Wall Shot Esc Return Select Enter Enter Menu Exit Adjust any of these options Highlight Auto Focus to automatically focus the projector High
17. or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation s operating and maintenance instructions Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation Epson is a registered trademark and EasyManagement EasyMP Quick Corner and Wall Shot are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation PrivateLine Presenters Club and PowerLite are registered trademarks SizeWise is a trademark and Epson Connection Epson Store and Extra Care are service marks of Epson America Inc Pixelworks DNX and the DNX logo are trademarks of Pixelworks Inc General Notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks 2004 Epson America Inc 5 04 CPD 18223 Contents WV TCO AS Na hatte b et fet be thet cea at sated 9 Using Your Documentation 0 0000000 ee ee 10 Getting More Information n se susure eseese 10 Registration and Warranty o essuuaueess a lidek head 11 Unpacking the Proj c
18. play monitor if so click Cancel If you are prompted to enter a password see page 68 Power button Turn on remote warning Never look into the lens when the lamp is on This can damage your eyes and is especially dangerous for children Displaying and Adjusting the Image 19 note To focus and adjust the image see page 24 Ifa projected image fails to appear see page 21 for help Computer Video Component S Video a oes EasyMP compa Swvideo Source Video Preview CG Preset note You can also preview all sources on one screen to help you select the desired source see page 35 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 Source Search button on the remote control or the projector You can also select your image using the Source buttons either on the projector or the remote control as follows m The projector has two Source buttons Use the Computer Component button to switch between equipment connected to the Computer Component ports Use the Video S Video button to switch between equipment connected to the Video and S Video ports m The remote control has four source buttons Use them to switch between devices connected to the ports identified on each button The PowerLite
19. projection lamp is about 2000 hours if Brightness Control in the Setting menu is set to High default and 3000 hours if Brightness Control is set to Low It is time to replace the lamp when m The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate m The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen when the lamp comes on and the lamp warning light flashes orange To maintain projector brightness and image quality replace the lamp as soon as possible m The lamp warning light flashes red the lamp is burnt out Contact your dealer or call Epson at 800 873 7766 in the United States for a replacement lamp Request part number V13H010L31 In Canada please call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral Follow these steps to replace the lamp and air filters 1 Turn off the projector 2 When the Power light stops flashing unplug the power cord 3 Let the projector cool for at least an hour if it has been on The lamp is extremely hot immediately after use note When you get a replacement lamp for your projector you should replace the filters To check how long the lamp has been in use see page 105 warning Let the lamp cool fully before replacing it In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken small glass fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid injury Maintaining the Projector 97 4 Turn the projector over and remove the air filters at the side and bottom of the
20. projector has cooled down This is normal 4 Verify that the network settings are correct If DHCP is on you don t need to verify network settings m Make any desired changes to the projector s network address configuration turning off DHCP enables the manual settings m You can give the projector a name up to 15 characters long including the following symbols amp _ Naming the projector helps you identify it in EMP Monitor and EMP NetworkManager especially if you re managing more than a few of them 5 Click Mail Notification Settings Managing Projectors 91 note A no signal message is reported when no image signals are being input to a projector If the projector will not normally be displaying an image do not select no signal as a condition for which you want a message to be sent 92 Managing Projectors 11 12 You see this screen Setup of mailing functions status The mail address you have set for Destination 1 can a Setup mailing functions to notify administrators of projector also be used as the sender address Mail Notification ON C OFF function IP address of SMTP server 192 168 0 5 25 Destination seiko epson com Setting Notification address 1 Destination i ak seiko epson net Select ON for the Mail Notification setting Enter the IP address and port number of the SMTP server used for sending e mail The port
21. sure the ON OFF switch is in the ON position as shown on page 19 m The remote control s batteries may not be installed correctly or may be low on power To change the batteries see page 33 m Make sure your remote control s ID is set to 0 or to the projector s ID see page 73 m Make sure you are within about 33 feet 10 meters of the projector and within range of the projector s front or back sensor approximately 20 to the left or right and 40 above or below m Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights Make sure the projector is not in direct sunlight Strong lighting especially fluorescent lights may affect the projector s infrared receivers Also turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiant room heater Solving Problems 111 Where To Get Help Epson provides technical assistance through electronic support services 24 hours a day as listed in the following table Service Access World Wide Web From the Internet you can reach Epson s product support page at http support epson com After selecting your product you can access troubleshooting information download product documentation and receive technical advice through e mail Presenters Online Access tips templates and training for developing successful presentations at http www presentersonline com Telephone Support Services To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service
22. the Menu button on the remote control and select Network from the Extended menu 4 If your network assigns addresses automatically turn on DHCP If your network does not assign addresses automatically turn off DHCP and enter the projector s IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway Address as needed m To enter numbers using the remote control press the Num button until it lights then use the number keypad shown below Preview Preset Auto o amp WallShot Focus Zoom m To change the network addresses from the projector s control panel press the right and left arrow buttons to select the part of the address you want to enter then use the up and down arrow buttons to increase or decrease the numeric value Syne Syne 1 Auto Enter 2 Increase 4 Gem 2 Fy or gt Selectthe amp a a 2 a 7 partofthe E decrease e address to wy the value change When you finish changing an address in the network menu press the Enter button on the remote control or the J Auto Enter button on the projector 5 When you re done press Esc to exit the menu system Using EMP Monitor EMP Monitor lets you use a remote computer to manage your projectors over a wired network It lets you easily turn the projectors on or off together or individually switch image sources and check their status Before using EMP Monitor make sure you ve installed the software available for Wi
23. this feature is on the logo appears whenever you turn on the projector if the Startup Screen is enabled in the Extended menu see page 71 It also appears when you press the A V Mute button if you selected the Logo as the Background Color 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 Fine Tuning the Projector 69 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 Password Enter the password Refer to the User s Guide for the operation 0 9 enter aaa 1 Press the Num button on the remote control to activate the numeric keypad 2 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 the message Wrong password Please try again If you enter an incorrect password three times in succession you see the message The projector s operation will be locked Request code xxxxx 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 have f
24. tips tricks and technology The site provides templates clip art and sound clips as well as Presenters Services to use on the road Even more resources and services are available if you register to join the Presenters Club and it s free Quick Setup sheet Gives you the instructions you need to get your projector up and running if you are connecting to a notebook PowerBook or iBook computer Start Here kit Includes this Users Guide your Quick Setup sheet warranty brochures and Epson PrivateLine Support card Keep the folder with your projector at all times Built in help system Provides assistance for common problems Available from the Help button on the projector or the remote control See page 102 for details support epson com Download FAQs and e mail your questions to Epson support m Ifyou still need help after checking this Users Guide and the sources listed above you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast Call 800 637 7661 and enter the PIN on the card in your Start Here kit Or take advantage of Epson s automated support services 24 hours a day See page 112 for more information Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic carry in warranty as well as an international warranty that let you project with confidence anywhere in the world For details see page 126 and the warranty brochure included in your Start Here kit In addition for customers who regi
25. 4 to 35 52 53 Video Signal setting 65 Volume adjusting 67 Wall Shot 40 to 41 Warning lights 103 to 104 Warranty 11 126 Wireless mouse 41 49 Zoom ratio 117 Zooming image 25 38 Index 133 134 Index Front Top Control panel Air exhaust vent Speaker Handle Adjustable foot Air filter Lens cover Remote control receiver and Quick Setup sensor Back Computer 2 USB port Component Ethernet Remote control type B and related port receiver audio ports Control port for service use only Monitor out port Audio out port eon ss Front adjustable foot Video port and S Video port and related audio ports related audio ports Security lock Computer 1 Component and related audio ports Remote Control E Zoom button Enlarges section of image Page Up and Down Changes slides in PowerPoint Power button Turns the projector on and off C Page E Z om A V buttons Control image and sound On Off switch Turns the remote control on and off Light button llluminates remote control buttons Pointer Mouse button Moves cursor on the screen Pointer Pointer button Selects pointer or drawing tool Enter and Esc Use as mouse buttons or to make menu selections Help button Menu button Provides on screen help Activates menu system Source buttons viae Source Video Switch between equipment connected to projector ports Preview P
26. 830p does not support EasyMP You can also press the Source Search button on the projector or the remote repeatedly until you see the image you want to project on the screen 20 Displaying and Adjusting the Image 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 m Make sure the cables are connected correctly as described beginning on page 45 m Make sure the Power light is green and not flashing and the lens cap is off m If you ve connected more than one computer and or video source you may need to press one of the Source buttons on the projector s control panel or the remote control to select the correct source Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button m 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 CRT LCD or have an icon such as amp C You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting 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 m On most systems t
27. Epson PowerLite 830p Multimedia Projector Users 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 Users 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 Copyright Notice 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 without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product
28. Picture and Sound 37 Stopping Action Meie ee eee eee eee 37 Zooming Part of Your Image 00004 38 Displaying a Picture in Picture Video 38 Controlling the Volume 00008 39 Projecting Images Without a Screen 04 40 Making Initial Color Corrections 40 Adjusting Color Corrections for a New Surface 41 Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control 4 Highlighting Your Presentation 00 43 Using the Pointer Tool i4 acre Love poverty tneetk eye wen 43 Customizing the Pointer Tools 44 Connecting to Computers and Other POU a ice tactonn ib edi EET 45 Connecting to a Computets c o0 scwcd Won eat 46 Connecting to the Computer Ports 47 Using the Macintosh Desktop Adapter 48 Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control 49 Connecting an External Monitor 04 50 Connecting to Video Equipment sos eee iets oe aes oa 51 Connecting a Composite Video Source 52 Connecting an S Video Source 00000 53 Connecting a Component Video Source 54 Connecting an RGB Video Source 0000 55 Playing Sound Through the Projector 56 Connecting Audio Equipment to the Projector 56 Connecting External Speakers 0000 57 Fine Tuning the TT OPO OL hom Seen aie 59 Using the Menu System
29. RICA INC NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS INCONVENIENCE OR DAMAGE INCLUDING DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY In Canada warranties include both warranties and conditions Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction To locate the Authorized Epson Servicer nearest you call the Epson Connection at 800 637 7661 PIN or 562 276 4394 in the U S and 905 709 3839 in Canada or write to Epson America Inc P O Box 93012 Long Beach CA 90809 3012 Notices 127 128 Notices Index A V Mute 37 72 105 About menu 99 to 100 105 Accessories 13 112 Adapter Macintosh 13 48 Air filter cleaning 96 to 97 ordering 13 replacing 97 to 98 Anti theft device 13 17 Aspect ratio 117 Audio adjusting volume 67 connecting equipment 56 to 57 problems troubleshooting 110 turning off using A V Mute 37 Auto button 28 Auto Setup setting 64 Background Color setting 69 Bands vertical 109 Batteries installing 33 Blackboa
30. Reset in the Reset menu it does not reset the Computer Input User s Logo Language Projector ID Network and Lamp settings Fine Tuning the Projector 61 Adjusting the Image Quality You can use the Video menu to adjust the brightness sharpness color tint and contrast If you re projecting from a computer there are additional adjustments you can make see page 63 Adjusting the Image P 2 62 Fine Tuning the Projector Press the Menu button on the remote control and select the Image menu You see the Image menu screen Return Color Node Presentation Brightness 0 Contrast Auto Sharpness 0 Color Adjustment Reset Select Enter Enter Nenu Exit Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option then adjust it as needed m Color Mode Lets you quickly adjust the color and brightness for various environments Use either the remote control or the Color Mode setting in the Image menu You can save a different setting for each computer and or video source Select from these settings Dynamic For projecting movies or playing video games in vivid color in a bright room Presentation For presentations in dark rooms Theatre For optimizing movie images with natural color in a dark room the default for video or S Video display Living Room For playing video games and watching TV in a bright room sRGB For standard sRGB computer displays the default when projecting from a compute
31. There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR receiver on the projector Ambient light is too bright Certain types of fluorescent lighting are used A strong light source shines into the IR receiver Other equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiant room heater is in the room These conditions commonly cause problems for most infrared controlled equipment Try the following m The remote control s batteries may be low on power replace them m Dim the ambient lighting and or turn off any fluorescent lights m Close any window coverings and or move the projector out of direct sunlight m Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy Notices 123 124 Notices 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 2469 Telephone 562 290 5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted due to quantity production and testing on
32. You can unplug it or press the Power button to turn it on D Flashing green The projector is warming up Wait for the image to appear D Green The projector is operating normally D Flashing orange The projector is cooling down You can t turn it back on and you should not unplug it until the light stops flashing and remains orange Flashing red There is a problem with the fan or temperature sensor Stop using the j projector disconnect the power cable and contact Epson Solving Problems 103 Status lights Light Status Description j Flashing orange Rapid cooling is in progress Although this is not an abnormal condition projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises higher Make sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation and that the air filters and vents are clear j Red By Flashing orange The projector is overheating which turns the lamp off automatically Wait until the cooling fan stops then unplug the power cord Plug the power cord back in and press the Power button Make sure the room temperature is not above 95 F 35 C and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation The air filters may be clogged Clean or replace them as described on page 96 If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or temperature sensor Cont
33. ace of your computer s mouse see page 41 Use to move cursor Left click Right click Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 49 Connecting an External Monitor If you want to monitor your presentation close up on a monitor placed beside the projector as well as on the screen you can connect an external monitor To attach an external monitor connect it to the projector s Monitor Out port as shown External monitor XN Follow these guidelines to view images on the monitor m The monitor displays the currently selected computer source Press the Preview button on the remote control if you want to display all the active sources at the same time see page 35 m You can also view images on the monitor while the projector is in Standby mode if you ve set Network ON in the Extended menu see page 75 50 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting to Video Equipment You can connect up to four video sources to the projector at the same H A time Before starting look at your video equipment to determine its available video output connections RCA connector composite video m If your video player has a yellow RCA style video output connector see Connecting a Composite Video Source on ee page 52 S Video connector m If your video player has an S Video connector see Connecting an S Video Source on page 53 m If
34. act Epson for help Warning Except as specifically explained in this User s Guide do not attempt to service this product yourself It s time to replace the lamp See page 97 for instructions If you continue to use the lamp after the replacement warning there is an increased possibility that the lamp may break X Flashing red The lamp may be burnt out First make sure the lamp cover is securely installed If that s not the problem let the lamp cool remove the lamp and replace it as described on page 97 If this does not resolve the problem contact Epson as described on page 112 Flashing red Power is cut off because of an internal problem Unplug the power cord and contact Epson for help as described on page 112 104 Solving Problems Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information Use the Info menu to view information about the display settings of your computer and the number of hours the lamp has been used Press the Menu button and highlight the Info menu You see the lamp usage hours and various input signal settings on the right note The life span of the lamp is about 2000 hours if the Brightness The information displayed Control setting in the Setting menu is set to High default and 3000 depends on the input signal currently selected hours if the Brightness Control setting is set to Low Make sure you have a spare lamp handy if the usage hours on this menu are close to the life span of
35. al 4 3 horizontal vertical 1 1 6 28 dB or 34 dB depends on the Brightness Control setting in the Setting menu Automatic vertical and horizontal manual adjustment capability 45 vertical and 25 horizontal Supports USB 117 118 Technical Specifications Projection Lamp Type Power consumption Lamp life Part number Remote Control Range Batteries 2 Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight Electrical Rated frequency Power supply Power consumption Environmental Temperature Humidity non condensing UHE Ultra High Efficiency 200 W Approx 2000 hours High Brightness mode Approx 3000 hours Low Brightness mode V13H010L31 33 feet 10 meters Alkaline AA 4 5 inches 114 mm feet retracted 14 4 inches 365 mm 11 0 inches 280 mm 10 4 lb 4 7 kg 50 60 Hz AC 100 to 120 VAC 3 6 A 200 to 240 VAC 1 6A Operating 310 W Operating 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C Storage 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C Operating 20 to 80 RH Storage 10 to 90 RH Safety United States Canada CE Marking mo o Pixelworks DNX ICs are used in this projector e pixelworks FCC 47CER Part 15B Class B DoC ULG60950 Third Edition ICES 003 Class B CSA C22 2 No 60950 cUL Directive 73 23 EEC Directive 89 336 EEC IEC 60950 Third Edition EN 55022 EN 55024 Compatible Video Formats The projector supports NTSC PAL and SECAM international video stand
36. al support 10 112 E Zoom button 38 FCC compliance statement 125 Filter see Air filter Focusing image 25 Freeze button 37 Group saving menu settings as 64 HDTV images video formats 120 Height of image adjusting 24 Help system using 102 Help Epson 10 112 HP OpenView 79 ID setting 73 to 74 130 Index Image adjusting 24 to 28 62 to 66 blurry 108 to 109 capturing and saving in projector 71 to 72 correcting shape 26 to 27 36 65 108 fitting on screen 64 107 height adjusting 24 problems with 105 to 110 projecting on walls 40 to 41 raising 24 selecting source 20 34 to 35 52 53 55 size and projection distance 16 117 turning off using A V Mute 37 zooming 25 38 Image menu 62 to 65 Input signal selecting 20 34 to 35 52 53 55 Installing projector 115 to 116 Installing software 113 to 114 Kensington anti theft device 13 17 Keystone correction 26 to 27 65 108 117 Lamp number of hours used 105 ordering 13 replacing 97 to 100 specifications 118 status light 103 to 104 Lamp timer resetting 99 to 100 Language setting 75 102 Laptop computer connecting to 47 display problems 21 to 23 105 to 107 selecting source 20 47 Lens cleaning 95 Lights status 103 to 104 Living Room color mode 62 66 Logo saving on projector 71 to 72 Macintosh desktop adapter 13 48 Manuals 10 Menus About 99 to 100 105 changing settings 60 to 61 default settings
37. ansferable Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse abuse improper installation neglect improper shipping damage caused by disasters such as fire flood and lightning improper electrical current software problems interaction with non Epson products or service other than by an Epson Authorized Servicer Postage insurance or shipping costs incurred in presenting your Epson product for carry in warranty service are your responsibility Ifa claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced in service you will be held responsible for costs incurred THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF THESE LAWS APPLY THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE UNLESS STATED HEREIN ANY STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE VOID IN THE EVENT THE REMEDIES ABOVE FAIL EPSON S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY NEITHER EPSON AME
38. ards as well as the monitor display formats listed below To project images output from a computer the computer s video card must be set at a refresh rate vertical frequency that s compatible with the projector Some images are automatically resized to display in the projector s native format XGA The frequencies of some computers may not allow images to display correctly see your computer s documentation for details Mode Refresh Rate Hz Resolution VGA EGA 70 640 x 350 VGA 60 60 640 x 480 VESA 72 72 640 x 480 VESA 75 75 640 x 480 VESA 85 85 640 x 480 SVGA 56 56 800 x 600 SVGA 60 60 800 x 600 SVGA 72 72 800 x 600 SVGA 75 75 800 x 600 SVGA 85 85 800 x 600 SVGA 120 120 800 x 600 Technical Specifications 119 120 Technical Specifications Mode Refresh Rate Hz Resolution XGA 60 60 1024 x 768 XGA 70 70 1024 x 768 XGA 75 75 1024 x 768 XGA 85 85 1024 x 768 XGA 100 100 1024 x 768 XGA 120 120 1024 x 768 SXGA1 70 70 1152 x 864 SXGA1 75 75 1152 x 864 SXGA1 85 85 1152 x 864 SXGA1 100 100 1152 x 864 SXGA2 60 60 1280 x 960 SXGA2 75 75 1280 x 960 SXGA2 85 85 1280 x 960 SXGA3 60 60 1280 x 1024 SXGA3 75 75 1280 x 1024 SXGA3 85 85 1280 x 1024 UXGA 60 60 1600 x 1200 UXGA 65 65 1600 x 1200 UXGA 70 70 1600 x 1200 UXGA 75 75 1600 x 1200 UXGA 80 80 1600 x 1200
39. arrange the displays drag thes To relocate the menu bar drag m to the desired position it to a different display M Mirror Displays 4 Make sure the Mirror Displays checkbox is selected 22 Displaying and Adjusting the Image If you re using OS 8 6 to OS 9 x You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen Follow these steps 1 From the Apple menu select Control Panels then click Monitors or Monitors and Sound 2 Click the Arrange icon Click here o B Monitor Arrange Sound Alerts Color Arrange Monitors To rearrange the monitors drag them to the desired positions To make duplicate monitors drag one onto another To stop duplication drag the monitors apart To relocate the menu bar drag it to a different monitor Drag one monitor icon on top of the other Lad Identify the monitors J Identify the startup screen Use Defaults 3 Drag one monitor icon on top of the other If the Arrange option isn t available you may need to select one of the Simulscan resolution settings 1 Click the Monitor icon Click here Gz gt Color 0D A f 2 lt s Monitor Sound Alerts Color Color Depth Resolution Thousands Colors Millions ZOETE m Select a s00 x
40. 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 40 up or down the projector has an automatic keystone correction function that detects and corrects vertical keystone distortion Lo gt _ Projector tilted up Corrected image 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 If your image is still distorted you can correct it using either of these methods m If the image has two parallel sides but is wider on one side top bottom left or right you can correct it using the Keystone buttons on the projector s control panel see page 27 or the projector s Keystone menu see page 27 m If the image has no parallel sides you can adjust its shape using Quick Corner see page 36 You cannot use both keystone correction and Quick Corner at the same time 26 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Using Keystone Correction To adjust your image when it is wider on one side do the following Look at the shapes of the icons on the projector s four keystone buttons Press the button whose icon is the opposite of the shape of your screen image Continue press
41. ctor Quick Setup Source Search Zoom Computer Videor Wall Shot Component S Video creo e Lam i g source Resize Focus Tracking a Help button Help A N Mute Volume Shift on projector eee ee You see the Help Menu Help Menu Problens with sound Language change Select the relevant iten then confirm or modify settings and connections 2 Use the pointer button on the remote control or the arrow buttons on the projector to highlight menu items 3 Press the Enter button on the remote control or on the projector to select the menu item 4 To exit the help system press the Help button If none of the suggestions solve your problem see additional solutions to problems in the following sections 102 Solving Problems Checking Projector Status If your projector isn t working correctly first turn it off wait for it to cool the Power light stops flashing orange and unplug it Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector If this doesn t solve the problem check the lights on top of the projector What To Do When the Lights Flash The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector s status Power light Lamp light s S v ws Temperature light Refer to the following table for a complete description of the projector s status lights Status lights Light Status Description D Orange The projector is in sleep mode
42. ctor also automatically focuses the projected image These features can all be set to automatically create the best image projection by pressing a single button Complete control Use the remote control to take charge of your presentation Freeze the action zoom in on part of the picture or display a picture in picture video Use the remote as a pointer or to draw on the screen You can even use it in place of your computer s mouse to control your computer and change slides in Microsoft PowerPoint EasyManagement With the projectors EasyManagement system you can use a Windows PC to remotely monitor and control the projector over a network Security To prevent unauthorized use this projector includes several security features including a password user s logo and the ability to lock the projector buttons 10 Welcome Using Your Documentation This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector Please follow these guidelines as you read through it Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment Notes contain important information about your projector Tips contain additional projection hints Getting More Information Need tips on giving presentations Quick steps for setting up your projector Here s where you can look for help presentersonline com Includes a library of articles covering presentation
43. djust the tracking and sync as described in the next section If you don t like the new settings you can always select Reset to return to the factory default settings You see vertical bands or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section If you re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail you may notice vertical bands or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred Press the Auto button on the remote control to reset the projector s tracking and sync settings If further adjustment is needed you can fine tune the Tracking and Sync settings manually using the buttons on the projector 1 Fill the screen with an image containing fine detail such as pattern to appear as your desktop background or try projecting black text on a white background 2 Adjust the Tracking to eliminate vertical bands Solving Problems 109 note Because of the different technologies used your projected image may not exactly match the colors on your notebook or computer monitor 110 Solving Problems The image colors are incorrect If you re displaying a computer image use the Color Mode option in the projector s Image menu to adjust the color If you re displaying video adjust the Color Adjustment and Color Mode settings on the Image menu Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance There is no sound Make sure A V Mu
44. e remote controls ID set to Zero Fine Tuning the Projector 73 Changing the Remote Control ID To change the remote control s ID to match the projector s ID follow these steps 1 Press the ID button on the remote control You see it light 2 Press one of the numbered buttons on the remote control to select the ID of the projector you want to operate EP Preview Preset Auto B eo e WallShot Focus Zoom The ID button s light shuts off and the new ID is registered 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 each time you want to switch projectors To check the remote control s current ID do the following 1 Press the ID button twice After a moment the button flashes 2 Count the number of flashes this number corresponds to the remote control s ID If it doesn t flash the ID is set to zero 74 Fine Tuning the Projector Customizing Projector Features You can use the menu system to turn standby mode on or off adjust the network settings change the language and customize the way the projector displays images Remote Monitoring Setup Options These options let you set up the projector so it can be monitored and controlled from a remote computer see page 80 Standby Mode in the Extended menu Select Network ON to enable the projector to be monitored over a network when it s in standby mode If you want to monitor the projector using a network management utility select SNMP
45. ed radio TV technician for help WARNING The connection of a non shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device If this equipment has more than one interface connector do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment For Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada 126 Notices Warranty Epson America Inc Limited Warranty Basic Two Year Warranty and 90 Day Lamp Warranty What Is Covered Epson America Inc Epson warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Epson product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product if purchased new and operated in the United States or Canada conforms to the manufacturer s specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two 2 years from the date of original purchase except that the warranty period is 90 days for projector lamps
46. ently operating on the network See page 80 to network Or click Manual registration and enter the projector s configure your projector for network IP address a wired network Any projectors found on the network are listed as shown below Auto detect projector IP address PROJECTORO1 PROJECTORO2 PROJECTORO3 Room201 Room202 Room301 Room302 Room303 Room401 169 254 10 176 169 254 10 177 169 254 10 178 169 254 207 64 169 254 207 65 169 254 207 66 169 254 207 67 169 254 207 68 169 254 207 693 Click here 4 Select each projector you want to add by clicking its name then clicking the Add button When you re done click Close Managing Projectors 83 note To delete a projector from the list highlight the projector name and click Delete 84 Managing Projectors You see this screen with a list of all registered projectors Register projector Name IP address f PROJECTOROT 169 254 10 176 PROJECTORO3 169 254 10 178 Manual tegistaton PROJECTORO4 169 254 10 179 Room202 169 254 207 65 Room301 169 254 207 66 Edita Room303 169 254 207 68 Room402 169 254 207 70 5 Click Close You see the status of each of your registered projectors on the main EMP Monitor screen PROJECTORO PROJECTOROS PROJECTOROS Room22 Monitoring Your Projectors The EMP Monitor screen lets you monitor your projectors using the Status Video Source and E
47. here 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 CRT LCD or have an icon such as amp O You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting Displaying and Adjusting the Image 21 _ on both screens If the function key doesn t permit you to display simultaneously you should check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled From the Contr ol Panel open the Display utility In the Display Properties dialog box click the Settings tab then click Advanced The method for adjusting the settings varies by brand you may need to click a 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 Macintosh OS X You may need to set as well as the LCD s 1 From the Apple Displays Click the Arran Make sure Mirror Displays is checked up your system to display on the projector screen creen Follow these steps menu select System Preferences then select Make sure the VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected gement or Arrange tab 00 Color LCD d wae B Show All Displays Sound Network Startup Disk Display Arrangement Color To re
48. ing the button until you are note satisfied with the shape of the image The image will be slightly smaller afier adjusting If its important to maintain Quick Setup Sourcesearch Zoom the correct aspect ratio use e Ww 1 the menu system to perform keystone correction then use compl rN ceo the remote s Resize button Wall Shot Component S Video Sync i y AO to adjust the aspect ratio See Tracking Enter Tracking page 65 4 Keystone buttons Or press the Menu button on the remote control select the Setting menu and press Enter From the Setting menu select Keystone and press Enter select H V Keystone and press Enter then select Horiz Vert Height and press Enter Select V Keystone for vertical keystone distortion or H Keystone for horizontal keystone distortion and press Enter Use the pointer button on the remote control to adjust the keystone setting as needed Displaying and Adjusting the Image 27 note You must be projecting an image for this button to have any effect The Auto button works only with computer images Correcting Computer Images If you re connected to a computer and the image doesn t look right press the Auto button on the remote control This automatically resets the projector s tracking sync resolution and position settings Auto button If vertical bands appear in the projected image and the Auto button doesn t correct the problem hold down the Shift butto
49. its cover as shown and set its DIP switches according to the resolution you want to use such as 16 inch mode See your Macintosh documentation for instructions 2 Replace the cover and connect the adapter to the VGA cable Then plug the cable with the adapter into the video port on your Macintosh 3 Tighten the screws on the connectors 48 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control If you ve connected a computer as described in this chapter 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 33 feet away The wireless mouse function is supported on systems with a USB port running Windows XP 98 Me or 2000 or Macintosh OS X 10 2 x to 10 3 x or OS 8 6 to OS 9 x i Locate the USB cable that came with your projector 2 Connect the square end of the cable to the projector s e lt gt USB port USB cable D b 7 Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on your notebook or desktop computer If necessary configure your computer to work with an external USB mouse See your computer documentation for details note The remote mouse control function may not operate correctly on systems that have been upgraded from an earlier version of Windows note For details on using the remote control in pl
50. ivate the pointer tool press the Pointer button on the remote control A pointer appears on the screen If you prefer to use a different style of pointer see page 44 to choose from three preset options Pointer 2 Use the 7 pointer button on the remote control to position the pointer on the screen 3 When done using the pointer press Esc to clear the screen Using the Remote Control 43 Customizing the Pointer Tools You can customize the shape and size of each of the three pointer tools and set how fast you can move the pointer across the screen 1 44 Using the Remote Control Press the Menu button on the remote control highlight the Setting menu highlight Pointer and press Enter You can select one of the following pointer shapes KY n Highlight Return and press Enter To change the size of the pointer highlight Pointer Zoom and press Enter Choose 100 or 200 and press Enter Highlight Return and press Enter To change the Pointer Speed setting highlight Pointer Speed and press Enter Highlight High Speed Medium Speed or Low Speed and press Enter Highlight Return and press Enter Press Menu to exit from the menu system Connecting to Computers 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 or DVD player Yo
51. kly and automatically set up the projector s focus zoom and shape as well as the Wall Shot setting All you need to do is position your projector then press Quick Setup Make sure you enable Quick Setup for all of the settings you want to use as described on page 76 Power Quick Setup Source Search Zoom im Setup Focusing and Zooming Your Image Use the Focus buttons on the projector or remote to sharpen the image Use the Zoom buttons on the projector or remote to reduce or enlarge the image Press the W button on the projector or the top zoom button on the remote to increase the size and the T button on the projector or bottom zoom button on the remote to decrease it Computer Video N Wall Shot Component S Video Menu EN a EN ra Zoom O J Oe eee oe 7 Source DE Resize Tracking Ke wy 5 lt Ko NS o A V Mute a Shift Sync Esc ax a FN NPA N i ye k3 VO XU Nae ar L F Zoom 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 38 for instructions Displaying and Adjusting the Image 25 Keystone correction bo Keystone correction Quick Corner correc ion Adjusting the Image Shape In most cases you
52. light Auto Quick Corner to automatically straighten the image if it is not rectangular Highlight Wall Shot to project on walls or surfaces that are not white Press Enter then highlight ON or OFF and press enter Highlight Return and press Enter When you are done adjusting settings press the Menu button to exit Automatically Running Quick Setup To automatically run quick setup whenever you turn on the projector follow these steps 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control You see the projector s menu screen 2 Select the Setting menu and press Enter Then select Quick Setup and press Enter 3 Select Startup Options and press Enter 4 Select Quick Setup and press Enter Startup Options Return QQuick Setup Q J uto Focus DOFF Esc Return Select Enter Set Menu Exit 5 Press the Menu button to exit Fine Tuning the Projector TT 78 Fine Tuning the Projector note If you re using a network management utility running SNMP you can configure your network to send trap alerts even without a plug in see page 80 This feature is intended for use by network administrators only Managing Projectors The EasyManagement software for your projector lets you monitor and control your projectors from a remote computer Use EMP Monitor available for Windows only to see your y y projectors status switch image sources and control basic settings Use EMP NetworkManager to se
53. low these steps 1 Locate the appropriate commercially available audio cable Which cable you use depends on how your equipment is connected m Ifyou have a computer connected to a Computer Component port use a stereo mini jack cable m If you have video equipment connected to the Video or S Video port use an RCA style audio cable 2 Connect the audio cable to the jack corresponding to the connected video source USB as Control RS 232C Types i P D Laa DNA A Remote y Use with Computer or Use with Use with Component connection Video S Video connection connection 3 Connect the other end of the cable to the audio output connector on your computer or video equipment 56 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting External Speakers To connect speakers to the projector follow these steps 1 Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers Depending on your speakers 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 end For some speakers you may have to purchase a special cable or use an adapter 2 Connect the stereo mini jack end of the audio cable to the Audio Out port on the projector 3 Connect the other end s of the cable to your speakers The projector s internal speaker system is disabled while sound is output to external speakers
54. ly prevents premature lamp failure and possible damage from overheating Projecting the Image Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described on page 45 Then follow the instructions below to start the projector and display an image Turning On the Projector Turn on any connected computer or video 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 20 Follow these steps to turn on the projector 1 Remove the lens cap 2 Plug one end of the power cable into the projector and the other end into a grounded electrical outlet s 18 Displaying and Adjusting the Image 4 6 Press the red Power button on top of the projector or press the Power button on the remote control If this is your first time using the remote control make sure the batteries are installed and the ON OFF switch on the side of the remote is turned on Power button The projector beeps once and the Power light flashes green as the projector warms up then an image begins to appear When the Power light stops flashing and remains green the projector is ready for use If you ve connected a Windows based computer to the projector you may see a New Hardware Wizard screen saying your computer has found a plug and
55. m screen Also keep these considerations in mind m Place the projector on a sturdy level surface m 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 under the projector m Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord 16 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Ideally you should place the projector directly in front of the center of Beas note the screen facing it toward the screen squarely The base of the lens A RO fier positioning the should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen projector you may want to connect a Kensington MicroSaver anti theft device to the lock port on the projector s lefi side You can purchase this from Epson see Optional Accessories on Projector page 13 Screen 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 Sync 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 115 Displaying and Adjusting the Image 17 note To shut down the projector see page 29 Shutting down the projector correct
56. mage source press the Search button on the remote control or press the Source Search button on the projector s control panel repeatedly until the image appears 54 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting an RGB Video Source 1 Locate the VGA computer cable provided with the projector note 2 Connect the cable to the video port on your player and one of Be sure your video player is the Computer Component ports on the projector not a component video source If you select the wrong source image quality may suffer Check your video player s documentation 3 Ifyou want to play sound through the projector see page 56 for instructions on connecting an audio cable 4 Ifyou 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 press the Source Search button on the projector s control panel repeatedly until the image appears Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 55 Playing Sound Through the Projector You can play sound through the projector s speaker system or attach an external speaker system Attaching speakers to the projector instead of directly to the audio source lets you use the projector s remote control to adjust the sound Connecting Audio Equipment to the Projector To play sound through the projector fol
57. ment 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 12 Connect the cable to the S Video connector on your player and the S Video connector on the projector Nideo L Audio R OOG If you want to play sound through the projector see page 56 for instructions on connecting an audio cable If you don t need to make any other connections see page 18 or the Quick Setup sheet 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 press the Source Search button on the projector s control panel repeatedly until the image appears Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 53 Connecting a Component Video Source 1 Locate a component to VGA video cable 2 Connect the cable to your player and one of the note Computer Component connectors on the projector Be sure your video player is not an RGB video source If you select the wrong source image quality may suffer Check your video players documentation 3 Ifyou want to play sound through the projector see page 56 for instructions on connecting an audio cable 4 Ifyou 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 i
58. n EMP NetworkManager will automatically assign that password in EMP Monitor 90 Managing Projectors Setting a Password You can set a password to restrict access to each projector from EMP NetworkManager 1 Right click the icon of the projector whose password you want to set then select Change Password 2 Enter a password up to 14 characters in length Creating the E Mail Settings 1 If EMP NetworkManager is not already running open it from the Start menu You see your registered projectors displayed as shown zt Z 2B DPO PROJECTOR PROJECTOR PROJECTOR Rooman w20 1602541017 ANIE 100242074 2 S S y y Rooma MDADIS MLD MADE MANTES NOAT 2 Double click the icon for the projector whose e mail settings you want to create Enter your password if you created one see above 3 EMP NetworkManager connects to the projector and you see z note The projector must be plugged in projecting or in standby mode for you to be able to connect to it this screen Setup for Network Projector MAG Projector name To access a projector in aaa standby mode you must IP address select Network ON as the Subnet mack Standby Mode setting in Gateway address the projectors menu system Primary DNS see page 75 Secondary DNS SAE Remember that when 2a a Standby Mode is set to a Network ON the exhaust Mail Notificatic j EA isme roses La Ki fan continues to operate EN E afier the
59. n The projector beeps twice the lamp is turned off and the Power light flashes orange for about caution 30 seconds as the projector cools down After the projector has Turn the projector off when cooled the orange light stays on and the exhaust fan shuts off not in use Continuous 24 hour a day use may reduce the projector s overall life If you want to turn the projector on again wait until the orange light stops flashing Then press the Power button 4 If you extended the adjustable front foot press up on the blue foot release lever to retract it 5 Replace the lens cap and unplug the power cord 6 Ifyou re using a remote control set its ON OFF switch to OFF Displaying and Adjusting the Image 29 Using the Direct Power On Function The Direct Power On function enables fast and easy setup and shut down This feature is convenient for ceiling mounted projectors because you can simply flip a switch that is connected to the power outlet for the projector to turn it on or off For desktop or table top use you can quickly unplug the projector immediately without having to wait for it to cool down Then you can pack up the projector and go Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control and select the Extended menu 2 Choose Operation and press Enter 3 Choose Direct Power On and press Enter Direct Power ON Return DOFF Esc Return Select En
60. n appears whenever you press the projector s key buttons You can then follow steps 5 through 8 above to correct the shape of your image or press Esc to exit Quick Corner Turning Off the Picture and Sound You can use the A V Mute button on the remote control to turn off 4 i s If you ve connected a the image and sound and darken your screen This feature is useful if ify i i computer to one of the you want to temporarily redirect your audience s attention without ee projector s Computer ports note the distraction of a bright screen maan odena Eee the projectors Monitor Out ort the monitor will goes dark pori sages continue displaying m Toturn off the picture press the A V Mute button The screen m To turn the image back on press the button again You can also have an image such as a company logo display on the screen whenever you press the A V Mute button see page 71 Stopping Action You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video or gt note t i computer image 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 m To stop the action and keep the current image on the screen press the Freeze button The sound continues m To restart it press the Freeze button again Using the Remote Control 37 note The Pictu
61. n on the projector s control panel while pressing either the Tracking or the Tracking button Menu Sync Esc Sy O LFO Tracking Enter Tracking ac O Po Shift Us Sync J If the image appears fuzzy or flickers and the Auto button doesn t correct the problem hold down the Shift button while pressing either the Sync or Sync button on the projector 28 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Shutting Down the Projector note You can set the projector to i automatically turn off the procedure to shut it down This extends the life of the lamp and projector lamp and enter When you ve finished using the projector follow the recommended protects the projector from possible overheating sleep mode when it has not received any signals for 30 1 Turn off any equipment plugged into the projector ee eee 2 To turn off the projector press the red Power button on the electricity cools the projector and extends the life of the lamp If you want to start projecting again press the Power button If you are done using the projector unplug the power cord To turn off sleep standby mode see page 75 projector or remote control Power button Power OFF You see a confirmation message If you don t want to turn it off Yes Press button press any other button Ho Press any other button 3 Press the Power button agai
62. nd colored walls without loss of image color Your projector has a sensor that measures the conditions of the projection surface and automatically adjusts the colors and shading of your image For example if you re projecting onto a surface near a window your image appears clear and bright rather than faint Making Initial Color Corrections Press the Wall Shot button on either the remote control or the projector s control panel while projecting an image Wall Shot s status appears in the upper right corner of your screen Then you see a sequence of colors flash for a couple of seconds while the sensor measures the conditions of the projection surface and adjusts the image The projector stores the correction values obtained by the last Wall Shot measurements This is useful if you re projecting against the same surface and under the same conditions To retrieve these corrections repeatedly press the Wall Shot button until you see Wall Shot Memory Call This setting applies the stored Wall Shot values 40 Using the Remote Control Adjusting Color Corrections for a New Surface Adjust the correction values if you re projecting on a new surface or in a new location 1 Press the Wall Shot button on the remote control or projector while you re projecting an image Make sure Wall Shot is on 2 Press the Wall Shot button a couple of times until you see Wall Shot Readjustment as the status in the upper right corner of your sc
63. nd out messages by e mail notifying you when a problem occurs with a projector Use a network management utility running SNMP such as HP OpenView to manage your facility s equipment from a pre existing system To use the EasyManagement software to manage your projectors first install EMP Monitor as described on page 114 Then connect and configure each projector you want to monitor You can connect the projector over a wired network as described on page 80 This chapter covers the following information Connecting the projector to and configuring it for a wired network Monitoring and controlling your projector with EMP Monitor Using a browser to monitor the projector 79 note If you ve a network administrator you can use the SNMP option to enter a trap IP address This lets you receive trap alerts for the projectors you re monitoring 80 Managing Projectors Connecting and Configuring the Projector on a Wired Network Before using the Easy Management software to manage your projector s you have to connect each projector you want to monitor to your network and configure it with an appropriate IP address You can connect and configure the projector using the network port Follow these steps to connect and configure the projector for your network 1 Connect the projector to your network using a commercially available 100baseTX or 10baseT network cable 2 Turn on the projector see page 18 3 Press
64. ndows only as described on page 114 The computer you re using to monitor the projector should already be connected to your network note If you want to monitor projectors while they are in standby mode select Standby Mode in the Extended menu then select Network ON See page 75 Managing Projectors 81 82 Managing Projectors Opening and Closing EMP Monitor To start EMP Monitor click Start gt Programs or All Programs gt Epson Projector gt EMP Monitor If you ve added the program to the Startup programs folder then it may already be open If so click the icon in the system tray on the lower right corner of your screen to display the EMP Monitor window E Ler 4 42 AM II 3A Click here to start EMP Monitor To close EMP Monitor right click the program icon shown above and select Exit Registering Your Projectors Before you can monitor your projectors follow these steps to register them 1 Click Start gt Programs or All Programs gt Epson Projector gt EMP Monitor or click the EMP Monitor icon in the taskbar You see this screen Click here 2 Click Register projector You see this screen Register projector IP address Auto detect Manual registration Delete Edi Click here note If Auto detect fails to find the projector your projector may not be connected or configured correctly for the 3 Click Auto detect to locate projectors curr
65. o project from the rear onto a semi transparent screen select Rear or Rear Ceiling see page 75 If you re mounting the projector on the ceiling and you place it above screen level you ll have to tilt the projector down to position the image on the screen This causes the image to lose its square shape 115 116 Projector Installation You can correct the distortion using the Keystone function in the 8 projector s menu system see page 65 or the keystone buttons on the projector s control panel If you place the projector so that the base of the lens is level with the bottom of the screen the image should be square and you won t have to adjust it If you place the lens lower than the bottom of the screen you ll have to tilt the projector upward if you want to fill the whole screen with the image Technical Specifications General Type of display Size of LCD panels Resolution native format Color reproduction Brightness Contrast ratio Image size Projection distance Projection methods Internal sound system Optical aspect ratio Zoom ratio Noise level Keystone correction Mouse compatibility Poly silicon TFT active matrix Diagonal 0 8 inches 20 3 mm 1024 x 768 pixels XGA 24 bit 16 8 million colors 3000 lumens High Brightness mode 2200 lumens Low Brightness mode 600 1 30 to 300 inches 2 8 to 48 3 feet 0 9 to 14 7 meters Front rear upside down ceiling mount 5 W monaur
66. o signal to the a Computer Component 2 port Changes the video signal to the S Video port S mm Changes the video signal to the Video port TO p Switches the display to EasyMP Not functional for the PowerLite 830p 88 Managing Projectors Using EMP NetworkManager You can use EMP NetworkManager to send out messages by e mail notifying you when a problem occurs with a projector Before running EMP NetworkManager make sure you ve installed the software as described on page 114 Then follow the steps below to create e mail settings for each projector you want to monitor Selecting the Projectors to Monitor 1 To start EMP NetworkManager click Start gt Programs or All Programs gt EPSON Projector gt EMP NetworkManager You see the EMP NetworkManager screen The projectors you ve already registered through EMP Monitor appear as icons 4 mM ure ure Projector PROJECTOR TestProiect address 192168 0 168 192 168 0191 2 If you d like to register a projector manually and you know its IP address double click the 64 Projector address selection icon You see this screen Enter an IP address of the projector you wish to ey connect to Press Add to have the projector added to the list 123 Connect Cancel 3 Enter the projector s IP address and click Add The projector s icon is added to the EMP NetworkManager screen Managing Projectors 89 note Entering a password i
67. on on 1 Press the Freeze button on the remote control for about five seconds You see this screen Password Protect Power ON Protect OOFF User s Logo Protect OFF Password Select Enter Enter Menu Exit 2 Use the pointer button to set Power ON Protect to ON Then press Enter 3 Select Password and press Enter 4 When you see a message asking if you want to change the password select Yes and press Enter 68 Fine Tuning the Projector 10 Press the Num button on the remote control When it lights the numeric keypad is activated Use the numeric keypad to enter a four digit password The default setting is 0000 When you see a confirmation message reenter the password Then press the Menu button to exit the screen Press the Num button on the remote control to deactivate the numeric keypad If you want to disable the password temporarily select Timer and press Enter Then hold down the Num button while you use the numeric keypad to enter the number of hours from 0 to 9999 that you want the password feature disabled If you want the projector to request the password every time it is turned on set the timer to OH The countdown for the elapsed time begins as soon as you close the Password Protect menu You can check the elapsed time in this menu next to Time elapsed To enable your screen logo select User s Logo Protect and press Enter Select ON and press Enter When
68. orgotten 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 112 If you enter an incorrect password 30 times in succession the projector remains locked and you must contact Epson to unlock it 70 Fine Tuning the Projector Creating Your Own Startup Screen 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 Then follow these steps to capture the image and transfer it to the projector 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control highlight the Extended menu and press Enter 2 Highlight User s Logo and press Enter Return Display User s Logo Projector ID Projection Front Operation Standby Mode Network OFF COM Port RS 232 Language English Reset Esc Return Select Enter Enter Nenu Exit 3 When you see a message asking whether you accept the present image as the user s logo select Yes and press Enter A selection box displays over the image 4 Use the 7 pointer button to select the a
69. ose Video or S Video then press Enter 3 Press Menu to exit the menu system 38 Using the Remote Control Displaying the Picture in Picture Image Make sure your main image source is displayed then follow these steps to display and use the picture in picture window 1 Press the PinP button on the remote control 2 Use the 7 pointer button to reposition the video window 3 Once the window is the way you want it press the Enter button your video continues playing on the screen Epson America Headquarters Long Beach California lik Video window p 4 When you re finished using picture in picture press the PinP or pointer button again The window disappears Controlling the Volume To change the volume press the quieter or louder side of the Volume button Quick Setup Volume If necessary you can adjust the tone using the projector s menu system See page 67 Page Es PinP button note You can also use the Volume buttons on the projector to adjust the volume To temporarily shut off the sound and picture press the AN Mute button Using the Remote Control 39 note If the status message indicates that Wall Shot is off press the Wall Shot button again to turn it on Preview Preset Auto Oe WallShot Focus Zoom Poe Projecting Images Without a Screen Even if you don t have a screen you can project images onto surfaces like blackboards a
70. pecifications 00 05 117 Gereral hs is aii rota edea e A a anda wate Oe has 117 Projection Lamp 0 cee eee eee 118 Remote Control c15 03 tw aimee eee eorkecna 118 PUMENSIONS 5 5 dese ped aoe Bete 4s eae hie Sesh a tae 118 Electrical okra Gat th ak Oo carl alee iret et airs 118 Bavironmen tilts ans othe he Mente ek er wea ed ae G 118 Safetja i cath ar yah ana a aiana io aiii 119 Compatible Video Formats ost o us 119 NOCES ab st deste cy Pie a a lanai melanie 121 Important Safety Instructions 0 000 eee eee 121 Remote Control Mitoriation lt 2 t00 edt eta aaneen 123 Declaration of Conformitts i nit x faethe Mees tds 124 FCC Compliance Statement ca citse t ascot catiniyedas 125 Warranty oi h ie aeae Date ie Wi Mi a wate Mendel wo ody 126 VDAC A ah cuit xa stabi analog hs 129 Contents 7 8 Contents Welcome The Epson PowerLite 830p is an easy to use lightweight projector that offers up to 3000 lumens of brightness and a 600 1 contrast ratio for incredibly vivid images and clear text Versatility You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video sources or you can project over a wired LAN network Ease of use The projector s keystone correction and Quick Corner features automatically correct image distortion and Epson s unique Wall Shot function lets you project against blackboards and colored walls without loss of image color regardless of ambient lighting The proje
71. pment or you can purchase one from Epson see page 13 m To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video device you ll need a component video cable You can purchase one from Epson see page 13 12 Welcome m Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may need the Macintosh desktop adapter set shown on page 48 available from Epson see page 13 Older iMac systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port see your computer dealer Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector Epson provides the following optional accessories Product Part number Replacement lamp V13H010L31 Air filter replacement set V13H134A07 ATA molded hardshell case ELPKS35 Samsonite wheeled soft case ELPKS52 Ceiling mount ELPMB36 Suspension adapter ELPMBAPL False ceiling plate ELPMBFCP Security bracket cabling for gyro lock mounts ELPMBSEC Adjustable ceiling channel ELPMBACC Kensington security lock ELPSLO1 Projection screens 50 inch portable screen ELPSCO6 60 inch portable pop up screen ELPSCO7 80 inch portable pop up screen ELPSCO8 83 6 inch hanging pull down screen ELPSCO9 Macintosh adapter set ELPAPO1 Component video cable ELPKC19 S Video cable ELPSVO1 Distribution amplifier ELPDAO1 Image Presentation Camera V12H162020 High resolution document camera V12H064020 You can purchase these accessories from your dealer b
72. ports or press the Video S Video button to switch between equipment connected to the Video and S Video ports On the remote control there are four Source buttons Use them to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on each button After you select a source the screen goes dark for a moment before the image appears Previewing Picture Sources You can display a preview image from each connected source to help you select the image source you want 1 Press Preview on the remote control Menu Help 2 Gon Preview Preset Auto Preview button WaillShot Focus Zoom You see the currently selected source displayed in the main window as shown below All other sources including the currently selected source are displayed in smaller preview windows on the right side and at the bottom If no equipment is connected to a port there is no incoming signal or the signal is out of range the preview window for that source appears blank Computer Analog RGB Currently ___ selected source Preview windows 2 Press one of the Source buttons on the remote control to switch to the desired source Press Enter to change the source and exit the screen or press Esc to exit the preview screen without switching sources note Movies are displayed as still images on the preview screen note A red highlight surrounds the preview window for the currentl
73. processor m At least 256MB of RAM m At least 128MB of free hard disk space m SVGA 800 x 600 or better display adapter and monitor 113 Installing the Software on a Windows System Follow these steps 1 Insert the Epson Projector software CD ROM in your computer s CD ROM or DVD drive You see this screen EPSON Projector Software SOU WATE FTES Ted ee This CD ROM has all the software you need Click the Install button to start EMP Monitor EMP NetworkManager Language Exit 2 Click Install then follow the on screen instructions to install your projector software When you see a message that the Epson GDI Monitor Driver has not passed Windows Logo testing click Continue Anyway 3 When installation is complete close the installation window 114 Software Installation Projector Installation This appendix provides guidelines on installing the projector in a permanent location such as a theater or conference room The projector can be installed for four different viewing setups front projection ceiling mounting rear projection onto a semi transparent screen or rear ceiling projection as shown Ceiling mounting Rear ceiling projection To project from overhead you ll need the optional ceiling mounting hardware see page 13 for ordering information You ll also need to select Front Ceiling or Rear Ceiling as the Projection option of the projector s Extended menu to flip the image upside down T
74. projector 5 Insert the two new air filters They should click into place 6 Turn the projector back over 7 Loosen the screw holding the lamp cover in place you don t need to remove it Then remove the lamp cover i 8 Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place you don t need to remove them Loosen but don t remove these 98 Maintaining the Projector 9 Grasp the handles as shown and pull the lamp straight out 10 Gently insert the new lamp If it doesn t fit easily make sure it is facing the right way 11 Once the lamp is fully inserted tighten its screws and replace the cover then tighten the cover screw The projector won t come on if the lamp cover is loose 12 Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section Resetting the Lamp Timer After you replace the lamp you need to reset the lamp timer using the projector s menus 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector s control panel You see the main menu 2 Use the 7 pointer button on the remote control or the arrow buttons on the projector to highlight Reset then press Enter You see this screen Return All Reset Maintaining the Projector 99 3 Select Lamp Hours Reset and press Enter You see this prompt Reset Execute 4 Select Yes and press Enter 5 When you re finished press Esc or Menu to exit Transporting the Projector The projector contain
75. r with analog video Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image Color Adjustment Adjusts the tint of the image not available for RGB video images 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 Menu button on the remote control and select the Signal menu You see a screen similar to the one below The settings will be different depending on the source you are projecting from Auto Setup Resolution Tracking 1200 Sync 0 Position Preset Computer Input Computer2 Input Reset Select Enter Enter Nenu Exit note The Brightness setting changes the opacity of the projectors LCD panels You can also change the lamp s brightness Select Brightness Control in the Setting menu then choose High or Low the default setting is High 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 Fine Tuning the Projector 63 tip Before adjusting t
76. racking or sync fill the screen with an image containing fine detail For example in Windows you can select a pattern to appear as your desktop background If this option isn t available try projecting black text on a white background Preview Preset Auto eo WallShot Focus Zoom 64 Fine Tuning the Projector Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option then adjust it as needed Auto Setup Leave this setting ON to automatically optimize the computer image Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have made to the video settings Resolution If your image is distorted compressed stretched partially cut off or doesn t completely fill the display area the projector s resolution setting may not match that of your computer Select Auto to let the projector adjust the resolution automatically or Manual to adjust the setting yourself Press Enter after you make the selection 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 button to center it Preset Once you ve fine tuned the settings in the Signal menu for the computer you re using you can save them as a group using one of the ten Preset settings The next time you use the same computer simply press
77. rd projecting on 40 to 41 Blank screen 21 to 23 Blurry image 108 to 109 Brightness 117 Brightness setting 63 Cables included with projector 12 mouse 49 ordering 13 remote control cable set 13 S video 13 53 VGA to component 47 Capturing image 71 to 72 Carrying case 13 100 Ceiling mount 13 115 to 116 Cleaning air filter 96 to 97 lens 95 projector case 96 Color correcting with Wall Shot 40 to 41 problems 110 settings 66 Color Mode setting 62 66 Component video cable 13 51 Composite RCA video cable 51 to 52 Computer connecting to 46 to 48 correcting images 28 selecting source 20 Connecting projector to a computer 46 to 48 to an external monitor 50 to audio equipment 56 to 57 to video equipment 51 to 55 Contrast setting 63 Declaration of Conformity 124 Default settings restoring 61 Desktop adapter Macintosh 13 48 Direct Power On 30 Distance from projector to screen 16 117 Documentation 10 DVD player connecting 51 to 55 EasyManagement configuring the projector 80 to 81 installing software 113 to 114 monitoring the projector 81 to 88 problems 111 receiving e mail alerts 89 to 92 Electrical specifications 118 Index 129 EMP Monitor installing software 114 problems 111 using 81 to 88 EMP NetworkManager using 89 to 93 Environmental specifications 118 Epson accessories 13 112 presentation tips 10 PrivateLine Support 11 112 technic
78. re in Picture function does not work for RGB video images 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 button to position the crosshair 3 Continue pressing the E Zoom button to enlarge the selected area up to 4 times 4 While the image is enlarged you can m Use the pointer button to move around the screen m Press the E Zoom button to zoom out 5 When done press the ESC button to return the image to its original size Displaying a Picture in Picture Video If you re displaying an image from equipment connected to the Computer port s you can open up a smaller picture in picture window on the screen This window can display video from equipment connected to either the Video or S Video port Setting Up the Picture in Picture Image Before starting make sure the computer or video equipment for your main image is connected to the Computer port s and the video equipment for the picture in picture window is connected to the Video or S Video port Then select the corresponding video setting 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control and enter the Setting menu 2 Highlight P in P Options and press Enter then use the pointer button to select Subscreen Image and press Enter Use the pointer to cho
79. rea of the image you want to use Then press Enter 5 When you see the message Select this Image highlight Yes and press Enter 6 Use the arrow buttons to select a zoom rate display size and press Enter Fine Tuning the Projector 71 When the message Save image as user s logo appears select Yes and press Enter Saving the logo may take a few moments Do not use your projector or video source while the logo is being saved 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 save it as the screen you see when there s no signal or when you press the A V Mute button see page 37 1 Press the Menu button highlight the Extended menu and press Enter Select Display and press Enter Select the screen s on which you want your image to appear m Highlight Display Background to display your image instead of a blank screen when there is no video signal coming from the currently selected source Then press Enter m Highlight A V Mute to display your image when you press the A V Mute button Then press Enter Select Logo and press Enter When you re finished press Esc to exit Disabling the Projector s Buttons When you enable the Operation Lock function you can lock all the projector s buttons or you can lock some of the projector s buttons L A oe
80. reen You see a sequence of colors flash for about five seconds as the projector adjusts the color correction values for the new projection surface Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control If you ve connected a computer to the projector with a USB cable as described on page 49 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 m Use the Page buttons to move through a slideshow Page up or down to change slides in PowerPoint Using the Remote Control 41 42 Using the Remote Control Use the pointer button to move the cursor on the screen Press the Enter button once to left click or press it twice to double click Press the Esc button to right click To drag and drop hold down the Enter button for about one second until it lights Then use the pointer button to drag the object When it s where you want it press Enter to release it Power Page E Zoom Use to move cursor Left click Help om mt Highlighting Your Presentation You can display a pointer to call out something on the screen or draw straight or curved lines to emphasize particular points There are three pointer tools you can choose from and each one can be customized for a different look Using the Pointer Tool 1 To act
81. reset Auto Preview button F 5 Displays active uaaa e Auto button image sources 6 Optimizes tracking sync Quick Setup resolution and position al 2 3 Wall Shot button er rm a Preset button Corrects color when lt mo o Retrieves saved settings projecting on wall for Video menu or blackboard Volume controls Control sound Num button ID button Enables number keypad Sets remote control ID code
82. restoring 61 Image 62 to 65 Signal 63 to 65 User s Logo 71 to 72 Monitor connecting external 50 Monitoring projector EMP Monitor 81 to 88 HP OpenView 79 receiving e mail alerts 89 to 93 remote setup options 75 Mouse compatibility 117 connecting cable for remote 49 using remote control as 41 Network managing projector remotely 79 to 93 setting 85 87 91 Network settings configuring 80 to 81 New Hardware Wizard 19 No Signal message 21 105 to 107 Noise level 117 Numeric keypad using 69 Operation Lock setting 72 Optical aspect ratio 117 Options for projector 13 Password request code 70 Password protection 68 to 70 Picture source selecting 20 34 to 35 52 53 55 Picture see Image P in P image 38 to 39 Pointer tool using 43 to 44 Positioning image 24 projector 16 to 17 Power button 19 specifications 118 light 19 103 to 104 Presentation color mode 62 66 Presentations computer 20 28 46 to 49 room conditions 32 tips and training 10 using the pointer tool 43 to 44 video 20 51 to 55 Presenters Online 10 112 Preset setting 64 PrivateLine Support 11 112 Problems color 110 image 105 to 110 monitoring projector 111 no signal 21 105 to 107 remote control 111 sound 110 using on screen help 102 Projecting without screen 40 to 41 Projection lamp see Lamp Index 131 Projector carrying case 13 100 cleaning 95 connec
83. rojecting 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 72 Fine Tuning the Projector 67 note It s a good idea to write down your password Tf 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 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 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 AV 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 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 unlock the projector The default setting for the Password Protect function is OFF Follow these steps to turn password protecti
84. rror icons shown below These let you see which projectors are currently being used from which source or port they are projecting an image and if a problem occurs J Regita pecjecton PROJECTOR PROJECTOROS PROJECTOROS Status icon Video Source Error icon icon For detailed status information select the projector and click View details The following table explains the meaning of the status icons Status icons green Projecting no problems dark Turned off no problems green Projecting problems detected note To monitor a projector when it s in standby mode plugged in but not turned on you must select Network ON as the Standby Mode setting in the projectors Extended menu see page 75 Remember that when Standby Mode is set to Network ON the exhaust fan continues to operate after the projector has cooled down This is normal Managing Projectors 85 86 Managing Projectors Status icons dark Turned off problems detected Eo Network error for example not connected to the network or power cable disconnected You may also see this error if Network OFF is selected in Standby Mode see page 75 The following table explains the meaning of the video source icons Video source icons Computer Component 1 Computer Component 2 S Video Video EasyMP Not functional for the PowerLite 830p
85. s default setting is 25 but you can enter any number from 1 to 65535 Enter up to three e mail addresses where you want the event notification messages to be sent Click the Setting a Notification Event button next to each address then select the conditions under which you want a message to be sent Click OK then click OK again on the next screen Click Set on the Setup for Network Projector screen and confirm as needed When you see the test message window you can send a message with the heading TEST MAIL to the addresses you have entered The projector s name and IP address are included in the body of the message When done making all your projector settings close EMP NetworkManager It does not have to be open for messages to be sent or received Understanding the Notification Messages If a projector experiences a problem it sends an e mail message to each of the addresses you provided using EMP NetworkManager The message includes the heading EPSON Projector in the subject line The body of the message contains m the name of the projector m the projector s IP address m a description of the problem note The problem descriptions are similar to the errors reported by EMP If a projector develops a Monitor listed on page 87 critical problem it may not be possible for it to report the If a plus sign appears before the description it indicates that a miyi problem has occurred A minus
86. s many glass and precision parts Follow these guidelines to prevent damage m When shipping the projector for repairs use the original packaging material if possible If you do not have the original packaging use equivalent materials placing plenty of cushioning around the projector note m When transporting the projector a long distance first place it in a Epson shall not be liable for hard shell shipping case then pack it in a firm box with any damages incurred cushioning around the case An optional case is available from during transportation Epson see page 13 100 Maintaining the Projector Solving Problems This chapter helps you solve problems with your projector and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can t solve yourself The following information is included Using the projector s on screen help system What to do when the projector s status lights flash Solving problems with the image or sound Solving problems with EasyManagement Solving problems with the remote control Contacting technical support 101 Using On Screen Help If the image doesn t look right or your audio isn t working you can get help by pressing the blue Help button on top of the projector or on the remote control The following choices are available m Problems with image m Problems with sound m Language change Follow these steps to get help 1 Press the blue Help button on the proje
87. s may be grayed out or unavailable depending on the selected source After highlighting the option you want to adjust use the C pointer button to change the setting In some cases you may have to press the Enter button to view a sub screen for changing the setting m Press the left or right side of the pointer button to adjust a slider bar m To select from two or more settings use the pointer button to highlight the desired setting and 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 factory default 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 Reset and confirm as needed The example below shows how to reset the Settings menu Return Keystone Operation Lock Pointer Brightness Control High Reset settings PinP Options Audio for current menu Reset Reset settings for all menus Esc Return Select Enter Enter Menu Exit To restore all the projector settings to their factory default values select the Reset menu highlight All Reset and press Enter note When you select All
88. solution setting as described below Only part of the computer image is displayed m Press the Auto button on the remote control m Make sure the image Position setting is correct on the Signal menu See Chapter 6 for more information m Make sure your computer s resolution setting is correct Ideally it should be 1024 x 768 to match the projector s native resolution If this option isn t available select one of the other compatible video formats listed on page 119 m Windows Right click the desktop select Properties click the Settings tab and select a different resolution m Macintosh OS X Open System Preferences click Displays and select a different resolution m Macintosh OS 8 6 to 9 x On the Apple menu choose Control Panels and click Monitors and Sound Select a different resolution m You also may need to modify existing presentation files if you created them for a different resolution See your software documentation for specific information Solving Problems 107 108 Solving Problems The image isn t square but keystone shaped If the top or bottom of the image is broader press the Sync or Sync button on the projector until the image is square If the projector is angled toward the screen from the left or right the image will be broader on one side Center the projector in front of the middle of the screen facing the screen squarely If this doesn t
89. ster their projector Epson offers free Extra Care Road Service In the 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 in your Start Here kit for details To register simply fill out the registration card included in your Start Here kit and mail it to Epson Or you can register online at http www epson com webreg Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories products and service Welcome 11 Unpacking the Projector After unpacking the projector make sure you have all the parts shown below note You won t need all these components your configuration will determine which ones you need Remote control and Projector software batteries CD ROM USB cable Power cable VGA computer cable Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector Always use the original packaging or the equivalent when you need to send the projector to another location If you are moving the projector by hand use a carrying case See page 13 for ordering information and page 100 for transportation instructions Additional Components Depending on how you plan to use the projector you may need additional components m To receive an S Video signal you ll need an S Video cable One may be provided with your video equi
90. t Check your notebook s manual or online help for details On most systems the B D 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 Control Panel to make sure that both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled See your computer s documentation or online help for details If you re using Macintosh OS X 1 2 3 4 5 Open System Preferences Click Displays Make sure the VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected Click the Arrangement or Arrange tab Make sure the Mirror Displays checkbox is selected If you re using Macintosh OS 8 6 to 9 x E From the Apple menu select Control Panels then click Monitors and Sound Click the Arrange icon Drag one monitor icon on top of the other This lets you display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen If this option isn t available click the Monitor icon 5 Select one of the listed Simulscan resolutions Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making the selection The message Not Supported is displayed m Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu see page 63 m Make sure your computer s resolution doesn t exceed UXGA 1600 x 1200 and the frequency is supported by the projector see page 119 If necessary change your computer s re
91. t insert the plug into an outlet with dust present Insert the plug firmly into the outlet m Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles This can cause fire or electric shock m Do not place the projector where the cord can be walked on This may result in fraying or damage to the plug m Unplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners m Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case They provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating Do not operate the projector on a sofa rug or other soft surface or in a closed in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided 121 122 Notices m Never push objects of any kind through the cabinet slots Never spill liquid of any kind into the projector m Except as specifically explained in this User s Guide do not attempt to service this product yourself Refer all servicing to qualified personnel Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards m Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed If liquid has been spilled into the projector or if it has been exposed to rain or water If it does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions or if it exhibits a distinct
92. te is not enabled The A V Mute button may have been pressed Try adjusting the Volume setting in the Setting menu see page 67 If you re using a VCR or other video source make sure the volume is not turned all the way down or muted Also make sure the cables are connected correctly as described in on page 56 If your presentation includes computer audio make sure the volume control on your computer is not turned all the way down or muted If you re using the audio cable make sure it is securely connected to both the projector and your computer s headphone jack or i audio out jack Make sure the Windows volume controls on your computer are not turned all the way down or set to Mute You may be able to check this by clicking the volume control in your Windows system tray lower right corner of the screen Solving EasyManagement Problems You don t see your projector in the EMP Monitor window m Make sure that you ve connected the projector to the network and configured it correctly see page 80 Also make sure you ve registered the projector with EMP Monitor see page 81 m Make sure that Standby Mode in the projector s Extended menu is set to Network ON m If the computer you are using is running Windows XP or 2000 you must be logged in as the Administrator m Try restarting your computer Solving Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn t respond to remote control commands m Be
93. ter Set Menu Exit 4 Highlight On and press Enter 5 Press Esc or Menu to exit 30 Displaying and Adjusting the Image note For information and resources to help you give the most professional presentation be sure to visit presentersonline com 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 33 feet away You can use the remote control to adjust the picture and sound page 34 or asa pointer to highlight your presentation page 43 You can also use it to make automatic color corrections that let you project images onto any surface page 40 or as a wireless mouse when projecting from a computer page 41 This chapter covers Turning on and using the remote control Controlling the picture and sound Projecting images without a screen Operating your computer with the remote control Highlighting your presentation 31 note Ifa button is pressed longer than 60 seconds the remote control stops operating to conserve power When you release the button normal operation resumes Turning On and Using the Remote Control The remote control has an ON OFF switch on its side as shown Before using the remote make sure batteries are installed as described on page 33 then push up on the ON OFF switch to turn it on SES C i
94. the Preset button on the remote control to recall your saved settings Press the Preset button repeatedly to select the number corresponding to the setting you want to use Computer 1 Input Computer 2 Input If the colors don t look right on the Auto setting select the setting for the type of equipment you ve connected to the Computer Component port s RGB For a computer connection Component Video For a video player that outputs a component video signal m Video Signal Leave this setting at Auto unless you are using a 60 Hz PAL system select PAL60 Adjusting the Image Size Shape and Position Whether you re projecting from a computer or video player you can use these settings to adjust the size shape and position of the image m Resize button Adjusts how an image fits into the display area For computer images resizing is normally unnecessary since the projector automatically resizes the image to make the best use of the display area If you press the Resize button on the projector or remote control the projector displays the image at the output resolution of the computer which makes the image larger or smaller depending on its resolution If the resolution of the image is the same as the projector s 1024 x 768 pressing Resize has no effect For video images pressing Resize switches the aspect ratio between 4 3 and 16 9 This lets you play certain digital video images or movies recorded on certain DVDs
95. tions see Connecting projector disabling buttons 72 distance from screen 16 117 ID setting 73 installing 115 to 116 lamp specifications 118 monitoring remotely 75 79 to 93 multiple projectors controlling 73 to 74 options 13 password protection 68 to 70 positioning 16 to 17 resolution 117 specifications 117 to 119 transporting 100 troubleshooting 101 to 104 turning off 29 turning on 18 to 19 unpacking 12 viewing information about 105 Quick Corner 36 Quick Setup 76 to 77 Raising image 24 Rear screen projection 75 115 to 116 Registration 11 132 Index Remote control A V Mute button 37 as wireless mouse 41 battery used 118 checking ID 74 connecting cable for mouse 49 correcting color 40 to 41 E Zoom button 38 Freeze button 37 information 123 numeric keypad using 69 pointer tool using 43 to 44 problems 111 123 range 118 replacing batteries 33 setting ID 74 specifications 118 storing 32 switching sources 34 to 35 troubleshooting 111 turning on 19 32 Replacing lamp 97 to 100 Request code password 70 Resetting lamp timer 99 to 100 Resetting menu options 61 Resize image 65 Resolution 64 117 Safety instructions 121 to 122 specifications 119 Screen blank 21 to 23 distance from projector 16 ordering 13 startup screen creating 71 to 72 Screen image see Image Security Kensington lock 13 password protection 68 to 70 Sharpness setting 63 Signal men
96. tofico s c 40 etna wate ae ee 12 Additional Components 000 ee ee eee 12 Optional Accessories x bteweri steve pasdebeaes 13 Displaying and Adjusting the Image 15 Positioning the Projector ce ss e4 wvil aayedis oda reals a oe 16 Projecting the Image iets way Ohl alee RGwladed Rae eh 18 Turning On the Projector ss acd ies a ee oe 18 Selecting the Image Source 63k Oe dvi vite ca See se 20 Troubleshooting Display Problems 21 You Can t Project an Image o a oh hotern erika 21 The Projector and Notebook Don t Display the Same TMA GS e e e a Ep N 21 Adjusting the Image darwin Wie ate whew deaets Wald a eas dade 24 Adjusting the Height of Your Image 24 Using Quick Setup oc ted aeht yelaniieu Rakin td ous 25 Focusing and Zooming Your Image 25 Adjusting the Image Shape fcc aecaw cea wee eae oe 26 Correcting Computer Images 0 0005 28 Shutting Down the Projector 000000 29 Using the Direct Power On Function 30 4 Contents Using the Remote Control 31 Turning On and Using the Remote Control 32 Replacing the Batteries 0 0 0 0 cee eee eee 33 Controlling the Picture and Sound 4 34 Switching Between Picture Sources 0 34 Previewing Picture Sources 6 0 eee eee eee 35 Adjusting the Image Shape cin xcs ieee es 36 Turning Off the
97. tteries take the following precautions m 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 m Do not expose batteries to heat or flame m Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations m Remove the batteries if you wont be using the projector for a long period of time Using the Remote Control 33 Controlling the Picture and Sound note You can use the remote control to preview and select your picture You can use the projector s sources temporarily turn off the picture and sound freeze the action menus to fine tune the zoom in on the picture display a picture in picture image and adjust picture and sound quality as the volume described on page 59 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 Source buttons 34 Using the Remote Control The easiest way to select your source is to press the Source Search button on the remote control or projector repeatedly until you see the image you want on the screen On the projector s control panel there are three Source buttons Press the Source Search button to automatically search for any image signals from connected devices press the Computer Component button to switch between equipment connected to the Computer Component
98. u 63 to 65 Sleep mode 29 SNMP 79 80 Software installation 113 to 114 Sound adjusting 67 troubleshooting 110 Source selecting 20 34 to 35 viewing 105 Speaker specifications 117 Speakers connecting 57 Specifications brightness 117 dimensions 118 electrical 118 environmental 118 general 117 lamp 118 remote control 118 resolution 117 safety 119 sRGB color mode 63 66 Standby Mode setting 75 85 87 91 Startup screen user s logo See User s Logo Startup screen creating 71 to 72 Status lights 103 to 104 Support see Technical support S video cable 13 Switching picture source 20 34 to 35 Sync setting 64 Synchronization adjusting 28 109 Technical support 10 112 Temperature requirements 118 status light 103 to 104 Theatre color mode 62 66 Tone adjusting 67 Tracking adjusting 28 109 Transporting projector 100 Troubleshooting blank screen 21 to 23 105 to 106 cut off image 107 distorted image 26 to 27 EasyManagement 111 image and sound problems 105 to 110 no signal 21 105 to 107 projector problems 101 to 104 remote control problems 111 Turning off picture using A V Mute 37 Turning off projector 29 Unpacking projector 12 USB cable 12 49 User s Logo menu 71 to 72 VCR connecting 51 to 55 Video cables 12 13 51 connecting video equipment 51 to 55 display settings viewing 105 formats supported 119 to 120 selecting source 20 3
99. u can also connect the projector to a video camera external speakers and or an external monitor Follow the instructions in this chapter on m Connecting to a computer m Connecting an external monitor m Connecting video equipment m Playing sound through the projector 45 Connecting to a Computer You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a standard video output monitor port including desktop models note PC notebook and notebook computers Macintosh PowerBooks and Ifyou connect a Windows iBooks and hand held devices You can connect up to two based computer to the computers at the same time To connect to the projector you may see a New Hardware Wizard saying your computer has found a plug and play monitor if so click Cancel note For newer PowerBooks with DVI connectors see your computer s documentation to see how to use a DVI to VGA adapter usually included with the computer to connect to the VGA Computer port If you re using an older Macintosh and you can t connect the cable to your computer you may need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter as shown on page 48 available from Epson see page 13 Computer Component ports standard VGA cable connection see page 47 After connecting to the computer you may also want to connect a USB cable so you can use the remote control as a mouse see page 49 connect a monitor to the projector so you can view your
100. ving Room For playing video games and watching TV in a bright room m sRGB For standard sRGB computer displays the default when projecting from a computer with analog video Color Adjustment in the Setting menu Adjusts the color temperature Select Color Temp to set a temperature between 5000 and 10000 K Or select RGB to adjust individual red green and blue values Not available if SRGB is selected as the Color Mode setting Adjusting the Sound You can use the Audio settings to adjust the sound volume or tone note 1 You can also adjust the volume using the remote control Press the Menu button on the remote control and select the Setting menu Choose Audio and press Enter You see the Audio menu settings Audio Return D volume O T O Tone UK lt E m E O Esc Return Select 4 gt Adjust Menu Exit Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option then adjust it as needed m Volume Adjusts the volume m Tone Adjusts the quality of the sound 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 See page 68 Create an identifying user logo that is displayed at startup and or when the A V Mute button is pressed See page 71 Disable the projector s buttons this is useful for example if you re p
101. work press the Tracking or Tracking button on the projection until the image is square If the image has no parallel sides use Quick Corner Press the Menu button select the Setting menu and select Keystone Select Quick Corner and make your adjustments with the pointer button See page 36 for details The image contains static or noise m Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu see Chapter 6 m Ifyou re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet or an extension cable the image quality may be reduced m Keep your computer and video cables away from the power cord as much as possible to prevent interference m The video signal may be split between the computer and the projector If you notice a decline in the projected image quality when the image is displayed simultaneously on your notebook computer and the projector turn off the notebook s LCD display The image is blurry m There may be dirt or smears on the lens Clean the lens as described on page 95 m Adjust the focus using the focus buttons see page 25 m Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation You may need to wait before using the projector after moving it from a cold environment to a warm environment Adjust the Sharpness setting on the Image menu see page 62 When you change video settings you should be able to see the effect on the screen immediately If you re projecting from a computer you may also need to a
102. x alcohol benzene thinner or other chemical detergents These can damage the case note To order replacement air filters request part number V13H134A07 See page 13 for ordering information Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case turn off the projector and unplug the power cord m To remove dirt or dust wipe the case with a soft dry lint free cloth m To remove stubborn dirt or stains moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent Then wipe the case Cleaning the Air Filters and Vents Clean the air filters and air intake vents after every 100 hours of use If they are not cleaned periodically they can become clogged with dust preventing proper ventilation This can cause overheating and damage the projector Follow these steps 1 Turn off the projector Wait for the Power light to stop flashing then unplug the power cord 2 To clean the intake vents use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment If you don t have one gently clean the vents with a soft brush such as an artist s paintbrush 96 Maintaining the Projector 3 If the dirt is difficult to remove or a filter is broken replace the filters as described on the next page Contact your dealer or call Epson at 800 873 7766 in the United States to obtain new ones In Canada please call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral Replacing the Lamp and Air Filters The life span of the
103. y calling Epson at 800 873 7766 or by visiting the Epson Store at www epsonstore com U S sales only In Canada please call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral Welcome 13 14 Welcome 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 selecting the image source Troubleshooting display problems Adjusting the image Turning off the projector 15 note You can mount the projector on the ceiling or place it behind a translucent screen for rear projection See page 115 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 as shown 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 figure below to help you determine placement 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 Who We Are WhoWeAre there tien a e SALA ii 29 8 to 48 3 ft 5 8 to 9 5 ft 2 8 to 4 7 ft Distance fro
104. y selected source Use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight a different source and press Enter to display it Using the Remote Control 35 note If you are already using Keystone settings you see a warning message To disable keystone settings and use Quick Corner instead press Enter to keep your settings press Esc note If you are not satisfied with the corrections made press the Esc button for one second to reset the screen to its original shape 36 Using the Remote Control Adjusting the Image Shape Even if your projected image has no parallel sides you can even up the sides using Quick Corner Follow these steps L Press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector s control panel Select the Setting menu and press Enter From the Setting menu select Keystone and press Enter Select Quick Corner and press Enter You see this screen 4 gt Adjust Enter Move next Esc Return Press 1 second to reset Press the Enter button to select the corner you want to adjust Use the 7 pointer button on the remote control or the arrow buttons on the projector to adjust the shape Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed to adjust any remaining corners When done press the Esc button on the remote control or P projector s control panel to exit the menu system If Quick Corner remains selected in the Keystone menu the Quick W V j s keystone Corner scree
105. your lamp Solving Problems with the Image or Sound No image appears on the screen m Check that the Power light is green not flashing and the lens cap is off m The projector may be in sleep mode If the Power light is orange press the Power button to turn the projector on m If the power was switched off and then on again the projector may be cooling down Wait until the Power light stops flashing and remains orange then press the Power button again m Press the A V Mute button to make sure the picture has not been turned off temporarily m The attached computer may be in sleep mode or displaying a black screen saver Try pressing a key on the computer You ve connected a computer and see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed m Make sure the cables are connected correctly as described on page 46 Solving Problems 105 106 Solving Problems Try restarting your computer If you ve connected a computer and one or more video sources you may need to press one of the Source buttons on the projector or remote control to select the correct source Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button If you re using a PC notebook Hold down the Fn key on the keyboard and press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor It may have an icon such as B C or it may be labelled CRT LCD Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing i
106. your video player has a component video port three connectors labeled either Y Cb Cr or Y Pb Pr see Connecting a VGA connector RGB video Component Video Source on page 54 m 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 55 After connecting video cables you may also want to m Connect a monitor to the projector so you can view your presentation close up as well as on screen see page 50 m Connect an audio cable to play sound through the projector see page 56 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 51 Connecting a Composite Video Source 1 Locate the RCA style video cable provided with the projector 2 Connect the cable to the yellow video output connector on your player and the yellow Video connector on the projector Video Audion 3 Ifyou want to play sound through the projector see page 56 for instructions on connecting an audio cable 4 Ifyou don t need to make any other connections see page 18 or the Quick Setup sheet 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 press the Source Search button on the projector s control panel repeatedly until the image appears 52 Connecting to Computers and Other Equip

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