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P R O D U C T I N F O R M A T I O N G U I D E

5/03

EPSON

UPDATE

5/23/03

This package provides a new multimedia projector product section to be added to the

EPSON

Product Information Guide. The table of contents of this section is listed below.

EPSON PowerLite

7800p

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Projector Specifications ................................................................................ EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 1

Positioning the Projector .............................................................................. EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 3

Connecting the Projector.............................................................................. EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 4

Viewing Images on an External Monitor ...................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 4

Displaying an Image..................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 5

Troubleshooting Display Problems............................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 6

Adjusting the Image ..................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 7

Projecting Images Without a Screen ............................................................. EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 9

Enabling Password Protection ...................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 10

Shutting Down the Projector........................................................................ EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 10

Using the Remote Control ........................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 11

Using the Control Panel............................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 12

Controlling Multiple Projectors.................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 12

Managing Projectors from a Remote Computer ........................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 13

Using EMP NetworkManager...................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 16

Projector Status Lights.................................................................................. EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 18

Cleaning the Lens......................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 19

Cleaning the Projector.................................................................................. EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 19

Cleaning the Air Filters and Vents................................................................ EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 19

Replacing the Lamp and Air Filters .............................................................. EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 19

Transporting the Projector ........................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 21

Optional Accessories..................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 21

Related Documentation................................................................................ EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 21

Summary of content (22 pages)

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PRODUCT INFORMATION GUIDE EPSON UPDATE 5/23/03 This package provides a new multimedia projector product section to be added to the EPSON ® Product Information Guide. The table of contents of this section is listed below. EPSON PowerLite® 7800p TABLE OF CONTENTS Projector Specifications ................................................................................ EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector - 1 Positioning the Projector ..............................................................................
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Temperature light Focus ring Zoom ring 3500 ANSI lumens in high brightness mode; 2500 lumens in low brightness mode Contrast ratio 700:1 Image size 30 to 300 inches Power light Lamp light Air exhaust vent Brightness Control panel Projection distance 2.5 to 36.5 feet (0.8 to 11.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Environmental Temperature Although images are displayed at the projector’s native resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels, EPSON’s patented SizeWise™ chip supports computer display formats ranging from VGA through UXGA.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Note: The formulas given here are for when the projector is placed flat, without tilting it up at the screen. If you tilt it up by extending the feet or use electronic keystone correction, your image size may vary. Positioning the Projector Follow these guideline when deciding where to place the projector: Standard Lens ❏ Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Playing Sound Through the Projector Connecting the Projector You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system or you can attach an external speaker system. You can connect the projector to three computer sources or four video sources—up to a total of four sources altogether. You can include an independent sound channel for each source. (See the Quick Setup poster or the User’s Guide for complete setup instructions.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector 5. If you’ve connected a Windows-based computer to the projector, you may see a New Hardware Wizard saying your computer has found a plug-and-play monitor; if so, click Cancel. Follow these guidelines when using an external monitor: ❏ 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 once (see “Previewing Image Sources” on this page).
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector The Projector and Laptop Don’t Display the Same Image 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 you’re projecting from a laptop, and you don’t see the same image on the projection screen and on your computer screen, follow these guidelines.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector If you’re using OS 8.6 to 9.x: Adjusting the Image You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps: Once you see your image, you may need to make certain adjustments. 1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors or Monitors and Sound. Focusing and Zooming Your Image 2. Click the Arrange icon. Use the Focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Adjusting the Image Shape Using Keystone Correction In most cases, you can maintain a 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. To adjust your image when it is wider on one side, do one of the following: ❏ Look at the shapes of the icons on the projector’s four Keystone buttons. Press the button whose icon is the opposite shape of your screen image.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Correcting Computer Images If you’ve connected a computer and the image doesn’t look right or fit properly on the screen, press the Auto button on the remote control (or the Auto/Enter button on the projector’s control panel). Projecting Images Without a Screen Even if you don’t have a screen, you can project images onto surfaces like blackboards and colored walls without loss of image color.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Starting the Projector with a Password Enabling Password Protection When the password function is enabled, you see this screen when you plug in the projector: To prevent unauthorized use of the projector, you can assign it a password. If you do, a screen appears requesting the password whenever the projector is plugged in and turned on.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector This table summarizes the remote control functions. Caution: To avoid damaging the projector or lamp, never unplug the power cord when the P power light is green or flashing orange. Button If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the orange light stops flashing. Then press the P Power button. 4. If you extended the adjustable front foot, press up on the blue foot release lever and lower the projector to retract it.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Using the Control Panel Controlling Multiple Projectors If you’re using more than one projector, you can control all the projectors—or just selected ones—by using the projector ID system with just one remote control. To operate a projector, you have to set the remote control’s ID to match that of the projector. Or you can control all of the projectors simultaneously by setting the remote control’s ID to zero.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector 3. Press the Menu button on the remote control and select Network from the Advanced2 menu. Managing Projectors from a Remote Computer Video Brightness Br ightness Control : High The EasyManagement software lets you monitor and control projector(s) from a remote computer. These features are intended for use by network administrators.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector When you finish changing an address in the network menu, press the Enter button (on the remote control) or the Auto/Enter button (on the projector). This stores the value. 3. Click Auto detect to locate projectors currently operating on the network. Or click Manual registration and enter the projector’s name and network address. Note: If Auto detect fails to find the projector, your projector may not be connected or configured correctly for the network. 6.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Monitoring Your Projectors Video source icons The EMP Monitor screen lets you monitor your projectors using the Status, Video Source, and Error icons shown below. This lets you see which projectors are currently being used, from which source (or port) they are projecting an image, and if a problem occurs.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Configuring the Monitoring Interval 2. If you’d like to register a projector manually and you know its IP address, double-click the Proj(ector) address selection icon. If you need to have the most current status information about your projectors, click the Refresh button in the EMP Monitor screen. You see this screen: You can also select how often EMP Monitor checks the projector status: 1. From the Tool menu, select Configuration. You see this screen. 3.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector 3. EMP NetworkManager connects to the projector, and you see this screen: 7. Enter the IP address and port number of the SMTP server used for sending e-mail. (The port’s default setting is 25, but you can enter any number from 1 to 65535.) 8. Enter up to three destination e-mail addresses where you want the event notification messages to be sent. 9.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector Projector Status Lights Light Description and solution Red Lamp light Temperature light Orange 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. Power light Red The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status and let you know when a problem occurs.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector 3. Gently turn the projector over and remove the filters from the side and bottom of the projector. Then use a small vacuum cleaner or soft brush to clean the two filters. Slide the filters back into place when you’re done. Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. ❏ Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. Slide the filter up here . . . ❏ To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use lens-cleaning paper.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector 7. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place. (You don’t need to remove them.) Follow these steps to replace the lamp and air filters: 1. Turn off the projector. 2. When the P power light stops flashing, unplug the power cord. 3. Let the projector cool for at least half an hour (if it has been on). The lamp is extremely hot immediately after use. 4. Turn the projector upside-down and remove the air filters at the side and bottom of the projector.
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EPSON PowerLite 7800p Projector You see this screen: Video Lamp Audio Reset Lamp Timer Effect Setting Video Source : Computer1 Input Signal : Analog-RGB User's Logo Frequency : H ---.---kHz V ---.---Hz Advanced1 Advanced2 Reset All ]: Select [ : 1400H Execute SYNC Polarity : H -----V ------ SYNC Mode Resolution : -----: ----x ---- Refresh Rate : ---.