User’s Guide
Notations Used in This User’s Guide CAUTION TIP Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if sufficient care is not taken. Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic. Indicates a page where useful information regarding a topic can be found. Click on the page number to display that page. Indicates that an explanation of the underlined word or words in front of this symbol appears in the glossary of terms.
Features of the Projector 2 Colour mode function Brightness Control The following six preset colour modes are provided so that you can easily obtain the optimum images simply by selecting the image quality. In addition, if projecting onto blackboards rather than projection screens in places such as schools, you can select the "Blackboard" setting to allow images to be projected in their natural tints. Troublesome colour adjustments can thus be avoided. p.44, p.52, p.
3 Features of the Projector Compact and lightweight while producing beautiful, crisp images The projector has a compact body with a footprint the size of an A4 page (24 (D) × 31.5 (W) × 8.7 (H) cm (9.45 (D) × 12.4 (W) × 3.43 (H) in.) and is light in weight (approximately 2.9 kg. (6.4 lbs)), making it easy to carry. Clear and attractive images can be obtained even in bright locations.
Contents Notations Used in This User’s Guide .................................... 1 Features of the Projector....................................................... 2 Before Using the Projector Part Names and Functions.................................................... 7 Front/Top .................................................................................... 7 Control Panel .............................................................................. 8 Rear .........................................
Contents Troubleshooting Using the Help..................................................................... 69 Problem Solving .................................................................. 71 Reading the Indicators .............................................................. 71 When the Indicators Provide No Help ...................................... 74 Appendices Maintenance........................................................................ 83 Cleaning ......................................
Before Using the Projector This chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector before use. Part Names and Functions................................... 7 • Front/Top ...............................................................................7 • Control Panel .........................................................................8 • Rear ........................................................................................9 • Base........................................................
Part Names and Functions 7 Front/Top • Zoom ring • p.37 Adjusts the image size. • Focus ring (Warning) indicator p.72 The colour and ON status (illuminated/ flashing) indicates problems with the projector. p.37 Adjusts the image focus. • Power indicator • Speaker p.71 Flashes or lights in different colours to indicate the operating status of the projector. • Remote control light-receiving area p.12 Receives signals from the remote control.
8 Part Names and Functions Control Panel • [Power] button p.33, p.35 Turns the projector power on and off. • [Source] button p.34 Switches the input source between the [Computer1/ Component Video1] port, [Computer2/Component Video2] port, [S-Video] port and [Video] port each time the button is pressed. When pressed while a help menu is being displayed, it accepts the menu item that is currently selected. p.69 • [Help] button p.
9 Part Names and Functions Rear • [Computer1/Component Video1] port • [Computer2/Component Video2] port p.17, p.23, p.24 Input analogue RGB video signals from a computer and RGB video signals and component video signals from other video sources. • Remote control light-receiving area p.12 Receives signals from the remote control. • Power inlet • [Video] port p.22 Inputs composite video signals to the projector from other video sources. • [Audio2] port p.
10 Part Names and Functions Base • Suspension bracket fixing points (4 points) • Air filter (air intake vent) p.14, p.102 p.83, p.89 Install the optional ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from a ceiling. • Air intake vent • Lamp cover This prevents dust and other foreign particles from getting inside the projector when air is drawn in. It should be cleaned and replaced periodically. p.83 • Remote control holder p.86 Open this cover when replacing the lamp inside the projector.
11 Part Names and Functions Remote Control • Remote control light-emitting area p.12 Outputs remote control signals. p.19 When using the remote control as a wireless mouse, press these buttons to scroll back and forth through pages in a PowerPoint file. p.34 [Computer1/2]: Switches between images that are being input to the [Computer1/Component Video1] port and the [Computer2/Component Video2] port. [S-Video/Video]: Switches the signal source being input from the [SVideo] port and the [Video] port.
Before Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range When using the remote control for the first time, pull out the insulating tape that is protruding from the battery holder. When the insulating tape is pulled out, the remote control can then be used.
13 Before Using the Remote Control Operating angle (vertical) Remote Operating Range Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or angle between the remote control and the remote control light-receiving area is outside the normal operating range, the remote control may not work. Operating distance Operating angle Approx. ±30º horizontally Approx. ±15º vertically Approx. 6 m (20 ft.) Operating angle (horizontal) Operating distance approx. 6 m (20 ft.
Installation Setting Up the Projector 14 • Front/ceiling projection (Front/Ceiling projection) The projector supports the following four different projection methods, allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images. CAUTION Before setting up the projector, be sure to first read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms.
15 Installation Screen Size and Projection Distance The distance between the projector's lens and the screen determines the actual image size. Recommended distance 89–1050 cm (2.9–34.4 ft.) While referring to the following table, position the projector so that the images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size. The values should be used as a guide for setting up the projector. The actual values will vary depending on projection conditions and the zoom setting. 4:3 Screen size (cm (in.
Connecting to a Computer CAUTION When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the following. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result. • Check the shapes of the cable connectors and the device ports before making the connections.
17 Connecting to a Computer Projecting Images from the Computer The shape and specifications of the computer's monitor port will determine what type of cable should be used. Check the following to see which type of port your computer has. If the Monitor Port is a 13w3 Port Some workstation-type computers have a 13w3 monitor port. In such cases, use a commercially-available 13w3 ⇔ D-Sub 15-pin cable to make the connection.
18 Connecting to a Computer If the Monitor Port is a 5BNC Port Use the optional VGA- HD15/BNC PC Cable to make the connection. See "Appendices: Optional Accessories" p.93 To monitor port VGA- HD15/BNC PC Cable (optional) To [Computer1/Component Video1] or [Computer2/Component Video2] port (blue) TIP • After projection starts, change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Image" menu to either "Computer1" or "Computer2" to match the signals from the port being used for the connection. p.
19 Connecting to a Computer Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse Function) You can use the remote control as a wireless mouse to control the mouse pointer on the computer screen. To do this, you must use the accessory USB cable to connect the USB port of the computer to the [USB] port at the rear of the projector. Computer Windows 98/2000/Me/ XP Home Edition/ XP Professional Macintosh (OS 8.6–9.2/X/10.0–10.
20 Connecting to a Computer Once the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as follows. Moving the mouse pointer Left click Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] button to Press the [Enter] button. move the mouse pointer in the direction If you press the [Enter] button twice in of the button pressed. rapid succession, it has the effect of a double-click. Right click Drag and drop Press the [Esc] button.
21 Connecting to a Computer Connecting to an External Monitor Analogue RGB images and RGB video images from a computer that are being input to the [Computer1/Component Video1] port can be viewed on an external computer monitor at the same time they are being projected by the projector, so that the images can be checked at times such as when giving presentations.
Connecting to a Video Source CAUTION When connecting the projector to other video sources, take the following precautions. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the video source before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result. • Check the shapes of the cable connectors and the device ports before making the connections.
23 Connecting to a Video Source Projecting S-Video Images Projecting Component Video Images Use a commercially-available S-Video cable to make the connections. Use the optional component video cable to make the connection. See "Appendices: Optional Accessories" p.
24 Connecting to a Video Source TIP • If the source is connected to the [Computer1/Component Video1] port, after projection starts, change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Image" menu to either "Component Video1 (YCbCr )" or "Component Video1 (YPbPr )" to match the signals from the video equipment. p.
Playing Sound from the Video Equipment The projector has a built-in speaker with a maximum output of 1 W. You can output sound from the connected video equipment (such as a computer or video deck) through the projector's built-in speaker if the video equipment has an audio output port. Select the audio cable that is used for this connection from the following, depending on the shape of the other equipment's port.
26 Playing Sound from the Video Equipment Use the following procedure to adjust the volume of the sound output. PROCEDURE 1 Press the [Menu] button on the remote control, and then select "Volume" from the "Audio" menu. For details on this operation, refer to "Using the Configuration Menus". p.66 2 Use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to adjust the volume. The volume is increased or reduced each time a button is pressed. 3 After making the adjustment, press the [Menu] button to exit the configuration menu.
Preventing theft (Password Protect) When the Password Protect function is activated, people who do not know the password cannot use the projector to project images when the power is turned on. Furthermore, the company logo and administrator's name that are displayed when the power is turned on cannot be changed. This means that the projector cannot be used if it is taken without authorisation, and thus serves as a theft-prevention feature.
28 Preventing theft (Password Protect) When "User’s Logo Protect" is enabled (ON) If an attempt is made to carry out any of the following user logo operations, a message is displayed and the setting can not be changed. To change the setting, set "User’s Logo Protect" to "OFF" first. p.
29 Preventing theft (Password Protect) 4 Enter the length of time to be set using up to three digits. Press the numeric keypad buttons to enter a setting time within the range of 0 to 999 hours, and then press the [Enter] button. If you make a mistake entering the time, press the [Esc] button and re-enter the time. A message will appear after this. When you have finished using the "Password Protect" menu, the countdown for the elapsed time will start.
Preventing theft (Password Protect) 10 Once the setting is complete, press the [Menu] button. TIP • When the time period has elapsed and the password is entered, projection will start again, the "Time-elapsed" setting will be reset to "0" and the countdown will start again. • Make a note of the password so that you do not forget it and keep it in a safe place. • 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.
Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning the projector on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning On the Projector.................................... 32 Adjusting the Image Quality............................... 41 • Connecting the Power Cable ..............................................32 • Turning On the Power and Projecting Images .................33 • Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images .... 41 Turning Off the Projector .....................
Turning On the Projector Turn on the power to start projecting images. 32 4 Connect the accessory power cable to the projector. Check that the power cable connector is facing the same way as the power inlet on the projector, and then insert the power cable connector securely into the projector. 5 Connect the other end of the power cable to an earthed electrical outlet. Wait until the Power indicator lights orange.
33 Turning On the Projector Turning On the Power and Projecting Images TIP The Password Protect setting may cause the password entry screen to be displayed each time the power is turned on. If this happens, enter the password. p.27 PROCEDURE 1 3 Press the [Power] button on either the projector's control panel or the remote control to turn on the power for the projector. A beep will sound to indicate that the projector is starting up. The Power indicator flashes green.
34 Turning On the Projector 4 If more than one external device is connected to the projector, use the remote control or projector control panel buttons to select the image source to be projected while referring to the following table. Remote control Port Button to press Remote Projector control Computer1/ Component Video1 [Computer1/2] Computer2/ Component Video2 S-Video Video Projector [S-Video/ Video] The image source changes each time [Source] is pressed.
Turning Off the Projector 35 Follow the procedure below to turn off the power of the projector. PROCEDURE 1 Turn off the power for the signal sources that are connected to the projector. Check that the power for all connected components has been turned off. CAUTION If the message "The projector is overheating. Clean or replace the air filter and lower the room temperature.
36 Turning Off the Projector 4 If not using the projector for a long period, unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet. CAUTION Do not disconnect the power cable from the outlet while the Power indicator is still flashing orange, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation and reduce the lamp unit operating life. 5 Attach the lens cover. Attach the lens cover to the lens when not using the projector, in order to stop the lens from getting dusty or dirty.
Adjusting the Screen Image 37 These functions correct and adjust the projected images so that the optimum images can be obtained. Focusing the Screen Image PROCEDURE Turn the focus ring to adjust the image focus. Adjusting the Image Size (Zoom Function) The size of the projected image is basically determined by the distance from the projector to the screen. p.15 The following procedures explain how to adjust the screen image once the projector itself has been set up.
38 Adjusting the Screen Image Adjusting the Image Angle and Automatic Keystone Correction Function The projector should be set up so that it is as perpendicular to the screen as possible. Seen from the side PROCEDURE While pressing the two foot adjust buttons at either side, lift up the front of the projector so that the front adjustable feet can extend. Extend the front adjustable feet until the desired angle is obtained, and then release the foot adjust buttons.
39 Adjusting the Screen Image When the projector is tilted vertically, it will cause keystone distortion to appear in the image. However, the projector is equipped with an automatic keystone correction function that can automatically correct this keystone distortion as long as the vertical angle of tilt is within a range of approximately 15º *. Automatic keystone correction is carried out approximately one second after the projectors power is turned on and the projector has been positioned. Approx.
40 Adjusting the Screen Image Manually Correcting Keystone Distortion The projector is provided with an automatic keystone correction function which detects the vertical angle of the projector and carries out keystone correction automatically. If further correction adjustment is required after automatic keystone correction has been carried out, use the [Keystone] buttons on the projector's control panel to make the adjustment.
Adjusting the Image Quality The quality of the screen images can be adjusted as follows. Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images Automatic Setup Automatic setup detects analogue RGB signals coming from a connected computer, and automatically adjusts these signals so that the optimum images can be obtained. Automatic setup involves adjustment of the following three items: Tracking , Position and Sync. (Synchronization) .
42 Adjusting the Image Quality Adjusting the Tracking If vertical stripes appear in the projected computer or RGB video images, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will need to adjust the tracking manually using the following procedure. 2 Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to set the tracking value to a value that causes the vertical stripes to disappear from the image. The tracking value increases or decreases each time a button is pressed.
43 Adjusting the Image Quality Adjusting the Sync If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in computer or RGB video images, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will need to adjust the sync. (synchronization) manually using the following procedure. 2 Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to set the sync value to a value that causes the flickering, fuzziness or interference to disappear from the image. The sync value increases or decreases each time a button is pressed.
44 Adjusting the Image Quality Selecting the Projection Quality (Colour Mode Selection) The following six preset colour modes are available for use depending on the characteristics of the images that are being projected. You can easily obtain the optimum image quality simply by selecting the colour mode that corresponds to the projected images. The brightness of the images will vary depending on which colour mode is selected.
Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection ................. 46 • A/V Mute..............................................................................46 • Freeze ...................................................................................47 • Wide-screen Projection of Images from Video Equipment (Changing the Aspect Ratio) ..............................................
Functions for Enhancing Projection This section describes the various useful functions that can be used to enhance presentations. 46 You can use the "Background Color" function in the "Setting" menu to set the screen appearance when the images and sound have been paused to any one of the following three settings. p.58 Solid black Solid blue User's logo A/V Mute This function momentarily pauses the image and sound.
Functions for Enhancing Projection Freeze This function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing without pausing. The image source will still be playing back the images even while projection is paused, and so it will not be possible to resume projection from the point where it was paused. PROCEDURE Press the [Freeze] button. The images will then be paused. To continue projecting the images, press the [Freeze] button once more.
48 Functions for Enhancing Projection Wide-screen Projection of Images from Video Equipment (Changing the Aspect Ratio) This function changes the aspect ratio of images from 4:3 to 16:9 when component video images (YCbCr and YPbPr ), S-Video or composite video images are being projected. Images which have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format.
49 Functions for Enhancing Projection E-Zoom 3 This function lets you enlarge and reduce a part of projected images such as graphs and tables. PROCEDURE 1 When the [ ] button is pressed, the image is enlarged with the cross at its centre. When the [ ] button is pressed, the enlarged image is then reduced. The enlargement ratio will appear on the screen. You can scroll around the image by pressing the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons. Press the [E-Zoom ] button.
Using the Configuration Menu Functions The configuration menus can be used to carry out a variety of settings and adjustments. The menus have a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is divided into sub-menus, which are further divided into other sub-menus. The remote control is used to operate the menus. Refer to "Using the Configuration Menus" p.66 for details on using the menus.
51 Using the Configuration Menu Functions List of Functions "Image" Menu • The functions in the "Image" menu apart from "Input Signal", "Auto Setup" and "Video Signal" cannot be adjusted while no image signal is being input. • The functions which appear in the "Image" menu will change depending on the type of input source being used for the image signal. Functions which are not available in the "Image" menu for a particular input source cannot be adjusted.
52 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Color Mode Function Corrects the vividness of the image colour. The settings can be saved separately for each type of source (computer or video source). You can select from six different quality settings depending on the surroundings. •Dynamic : Brightness is emphasised, so that images are fresher and have greater modulation than in Presentation mode. •Presentation : Brightness is emphasised to produce images that are ideal for presentations.
53 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Reset Function Resets all adjustment values for the "Image" menu functions except for the "Input Signal" setting to their default settings. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control to reset the settings. •Select "Reset All" to return all settings for menus such as "Image" and "Audio" to their default settings. p.
54 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Component video (YCbCr , YPbPr ) Sub-menu Position Video (Composite video , S-Video ) Function Default Moves the image display position vertically and horizontally. Depends on •Press the [Enter] button and make the adjustment using the connection display position adjustment sub-menu that appears. Brightness Adjusts the image brightness. Median value (0) Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and shade in the images.
55 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Color Mode Input Signal Function Default Corrects the vividness of the image colour. The settings can Dynamic be saved separately for each type of source (computer or video source). You can select from six different quality settings depending on the surroundings. •Dynamic : Brightness is emphasised, so that images are fresher and have greater modulation than in Presentation mode.
56 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Video Signal Aspect Ratio Reset Function Default (Adjustment is only possible when composite video/S-Video Auto signals are being input.) Sets the video signal format. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control, and choose the setting from the video signal format selection sub-menu which appears. •When set to "Auto", the video signal format is set automatically. Sets the aspect ratio for projected images.
57 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Audio" Menu Sub-menu Volume Function Default Adjusts the volume. Median value (10) Selects the input source (port) for audio signals at the rear of Depends on the projector.
58 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Setting" Menu Sub-menu Keystone Auto Keystone Message Background Color Sleep Mode Function Corrects vertical keystone distortion in images. •When keystone correction is carried out, the projected image will become smaller. •If the images become uneven in appearance after keystone correction is carried out, decrease the sharpness setting.
59 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Reset Function Resets all adjustment values for the "Setting" menu functions to their default settings. However, if "Background Color" has been set to "Logo", the setting cannot be returned to the default setting if the "User’s Logo Protect" function of Password Protect has been set to "ON". •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control to reset the settings. •Select "Reset All" to return all settings for menus such as p.
60 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "User’s Logo" Menu Sub-menu Execute Function Default Records a user's logo. p.90 EPSON logo •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control and follow the procedure appearing on the screen. •A user's logo cannot be recorded if the "User’s Logo Protect" function of Password Protect has been set to "ON". Cancel the Password Protect function before recording a user's logo.
61 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Advanced" Menu Sub-menu Brightness Control (EMP-74/ 54 only) Startup Screen *Contents of the menu screen of EMP-74L differs slightly. Function Default This lets you set the lamp brightness to one of two settings. High Select "Low" if the images being projected are too bright such as when projecting images in a dark room or onto a small screen.
62 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Color Adjusts the absolute Abs. Color Temp. and intensity of Adjustment each RGB (red, green, blue) colour for each input source. •Abs. Color Temp.: Lets you adjust bright colours within a range from reddish tinges to bluish tinges. If the colour temperature is lower, colours appear reddish and color tones appear softer. If the colour temperature is higher, colours appear bluish and colour tones appear sharper.
63 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function COM Port This can be set to either "RS-232C" or "USB", depending on the port that is being used for communication with a computer. When this setting is changed, turn off the power momentarily, and when the cool-down period has finished, turn the power back on again. The new setting will be applied after the power turns back on. Sets the language for message displays. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control and select the language.
64 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Info" Menu • The "Info" menu shows the setting details for the current image source. • The "Lamp Hours" item appears as 0H for 0–10 hours, and after that, it appears in units of 1 hour. Computer (Analogue-RGB)/RGB Video/ Component video (YCbCr , YPbPr ) Video (Composite video , S-Video ) *Contents of the menu screen of EMP-74L differs slightly. Sub-menu Lamp Hours Function Displays the cumulative lamp operating time.
65 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Reset All" Menu Sub-menu Execute Function Resets all items in all menus to their default settings. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control to reset the settings. •Select "Reset" in an individual sub-menu such as the "Image" or "Audio" menu to reset only the settings for the items in each sub-menu. •The "Input Signal", "User’s Logo", "Lamp Hours" and "Language" settings will not return to their default values.
66 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menus The configuration menus can be operated using the remote control only. 3 Confirm the selection. Press the [Enter] button to confirm the selection of a menu item. The selected sub-menu will then be displayed. PROCEDURE 1 Press the [Menu] button. The configuration menu appears. Remote control *Contents of the menu screen of EMP-74L differs slightly. 2 Select a menu item.
67 Using the Configuration Menu Functions 4 Select a sub-menu item. Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the sub-menu item to be set, and then press the [Enter] button. 5 Change the setting. •Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons to change the setting. : Current setting value : Currently-selected setting item •If you press the [Enter] button at items with a displayed, the setting screen for that item will be displayed. After making the setting, press the [Enter] button to accept the setting.
Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help..................................................... 69 Problem Solving.................................................. 71 • Reading the Indicators........................................................71 •Power Indicator.......................................................................... 71 • (Warning) Indicator ...........................................................
Using the Help 69 If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help function uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a series of menus in a question and answer format. PROCEDURE 1 Press the [Help] button. The help menu will be displayed. Projector 3 Confirm the selection. Press the [Enter] button to confirm the selection of a menu item. Remote control 2 Select a menu item. If using the control panel, the [ Select ] buttons function as the up and down keys.
Using the Help 4 Repeat the operations in steps 2 and 3 to proceed through the menu to more detailed items. The help menu is cleared when the [Help] button is pressed. TIP If the Help function does not provide a solution to the problem, refer p.
Problem Solving 71 If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators" below. If the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be, refer to "When the Indicators Provide No Help". p.74 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following two indicators which alert you to the operating status of the projector.
72 Problem Solving Status Green Cause Warm-up in progress : lit : flashing : lit : flashing Remedy or Status (Not abnormal) Please wait. Warm-up time is approximately 40 seconds. After warm-up is complete, indicator stops flashing. (Warning) Indicator Status Cause Red Internal temperature error (overheating) Red Lamp timer failure/ Lamp out (0.
73 Problem Solving : lit Status Orange Cause High-speed cooling in progress : flashing Remedy or Status (This is not an abnormality, but if the temperature rises too high again, projection will stop automatically.) •Check that the air filters and air exhaust vent are clear and that they are not up against a surface such as a wall. p.15 •If the air filters are blocked, clean or replace them. p.83, p.
74 Problem Solving When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. Problems relating to images Problems when projection starts No images appear p.75 Projection does not start, the projection area is completely black, the projection area is completely blue, etc. Power does not turn on Projection stops automatically Other problems p.75 The message "Not Supported." is displayed.
75 Problem Solving Problems relating to images No images appear Check Remedy Was the [Power] button pressed? Press the [Power] button to turn the power on. Are both indicators switched off? The power cable is not connected correctly or power is not being supplied normally. Connect the projector's power cable correctly. p.32 Alternatively, check the circuit breaker to ensure that power is being supplied. Is A/V Mute mode active? Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control to cancel the mute.
76 Problem Solving The message "Not Supported." is displayed. Check Remedy Are the image signal format settings correct? If signals from the [Computer1/Component Video1] port or the [Computer2/Component Video2] port are being projected, use the "Input Signal" menu command to set the signal format that matches the signal that is being projected from the connected equipment. "Image" - "Input Signal" p.52, p.
77 Problem Solving Images are fuzzy or out of focus. Check Remedy Has the focus been adjusted correctly? Turn the focus ring on the projector to adjust the focus. Is the lens cover still attached? Remove the lens cover. Is the projector at the correct distance? The recommended projection distance range is 89–1050 cm (2.9–34.4 ft.). Set the projector up so that it is within this range. p.
78 Problem Solving Image is truncated (large) or small Check Remedy Has the aspect ratio been set correctly? Set the "Aspect Ratio" menu command to "4:3". "Image" - "Aspect Ratio" p.56 Is the image still being enlarged by the E-Zoom function? Press the [Esc] button on the remote control to cancel the E-Zoom function.
79 Problem Solving Image colours are not right Check Remedy Do the input signal settings match the signals If the "Input Signal" menu command is set to a setting other than "Computer1" or "Computer2" when a computer or RGB video source is connected to the [Computer1/Component Video1] port or from the connected device? [Computer2/Component Video2] port, the images will appear purplish.
80 Problem Solving Images appear dark Check Remedy Have the image brightness and luminance been adjusted correctly? Use the "Brightness" and "Brightness Control (EMP-74/54 only)" menu commands to adjust the brightness and luminance. "Image" - "Brightness" p.51, p.54 "Advanced" - "Brightness Control" p.61 Has the image contrast been adjusted correctly? Use the "Contrast" menu command to adjust the contrast. "Image" - "Contrast" p.51, p.
81 Problem Solving Other problems No sound can be heard or the sound is faint Check Remedy Is the audio source connected correctly? Check that the cable is connected to the correct [Audio] port. Has the volume been adjusted to the minimum setting? Adjust the volume so that sound can be heard. "Audio" - "Volume" p.57 Is A/V Mute mode active? Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control to cancel the A/V mute function.
Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector. Maintenance ........................................................ 83 List of ESC/VP21 Commands............................. 97 • Cleaning ...............................................................................83 • Command List .................................................................... 97 • Communication Protocol ..........................................
Maintenance This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts. Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. CAUTION 83 Cleaning the Air Filters and Air Intake Vent If the air filters become clogged with dust, or if the message "The projector is overheating. Clean or replace the air filter and lower the room temperature.
84 Maintenance Replacing Consumables New battery This section describes how to replace the remote control battery, the lamp and the air filter. mark Inserting the Battery Old battery Use the following type of battery as a replacement. 1 CR2025 lithium battery CAUTION Be sure to read the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before handling the battery. 3 Insert the battery holder into the remote control. Push the battery holder in until it clicks.
85 Maintenance Lamp Replacement Period TIP It is time to replace the lamp when: • The message "Replace the Lamp." appears on the screen when projection starts . A message will be displayed. • When the intervals (Warning) indicator is flashing red at 0.5-second Flashes red at 0.5-second intervals • The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
86 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 2 CAUTION • If you are replacing the lamp because it has stopped working, it is possible that the lamp is broken. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed to the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is broken and be extremely careful when removing the lamp cover. • Wait until the lamp has cooled down sufficiently before removing the lamp cover.
87 Maintenance 4 Take out the lamp. Hold the lamp as shown in the illustration below and lift it up and out of the projector. If the lamp is broken replace it with a new lamp, or contact your local dealer for further advice. If replacing the lamp yourself, be careful to avoid pieces of broken glass. 6 Install the lamp cover. Insert the two cover tabs into the projector until the mark on the lamp cover is aligned with the mark on the projector, then slide the lamp cover in until it clicks into place.
88 Maintenance Resetting the Lamp Operating Time The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp operating time. When the cumulative operating time reaches a certain point, it causes the replacement warning message to be displayed. Therefore, the counter needs to be reset after the lamp has been replaced with a new one. You can do this using the configuration menu. 2 Select "Lamp-Hours Reset" from the "Info" menu and then press the [Enter] button.
89 Maintenance Replacing the Air Filter The air filter can be replaced even if the projector is installed to a ceiling. 3 Replace the air filter with a new one. Remove the old air filter, and install the new air filter. Place the new air filter so that it does not slip into the air intake vent. 4 Install the air filter cover. First insert the tabs, then press down on the opposite side until it clicks into place.
Saving a User's Logo 90 You can record the image that is currently being projected as a user's logo. TIP When a user's logo is recorded, the previous user's logo will be erased. PROCEDURE 1 • If the "User’s Logo Protect" function of "Password Protect" is set to "ON", a message is displayed and the user's logo can not be recorded. To record a user's logo, set "User’s Logo Protect" to "OFF" first. p.
91 Saving a User's Logo 4 The image to be recorded and a selection marquee box will be displayed. Move the marquee box to select the part of the image to use. Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the part of the image to use as the user's logo, and then press the [Enter] button. TIP User's logos can be saved at up to 480 × 360 dots in size. 5 Select "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then press the [Enter] button.
Saving a User's Logo 7 Select "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then press the [Enter] button. The image will then be saved. Once the image has been saved, the message "Completed" will be displayed. TIP • Saving the user's logo may take a few moments (about 15 seconds). Do not use the projector or any other sources which are connected to the projector while the user's logo is being saved, otherwise it may result in errors in projector operation.
Optional Accessories 93 The following optional accessories are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories is current as of June 2004. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. Soft carry case ELPKS16 Use this case if you need to carry the projector by hand. Spare lamp ELPLP27 Use as a replacement for spent lamps. Filter kit ELPAF05 (5 air filters) Use as a replacement for spent air filters.
Glossary 94 Following is an explanation of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which are not explained in the text of this guide itself. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications. 5BNC Abs. Color Temp. Aspect ratio Component video Composite video Contrast Cool-down Dolby Digital EMP Link 21L HDTV Interlaced scanning Progressive scanning A port used to input analogue video signals.
Glossary Refresh rate Resize display SDTV Security lock Squeeze mode sRGB SVGA S-Video SXGA Sync. (Synchronization) Tracking USB UXGA VGA 95 The light-emitting element of a display maintains the same luminosity and colour for an extremely short time. Because of this, the image must be scanned many times per second in order to refresh the light-emitting element. The number of refresh operations per second is called the "refresh rate", and is expressed in hertz (Hz).
Glossary XGA YCbCr YPbPr 96 A type of video signal with a resolution of 1024 (horizontal) × 768 (vertical) dots which is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers. The carrier signal which is contained in the colour bar signal used in modern TV transmissions. The name comes from the Y (luminance) signal and the CbCr (chroma (colour)) signals. The carrier signal which is contained in the colour bar signal used in high-definition TV (HDTV) transmissions.
List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List Communication Protocol When a power ON command is sent to the projector, the power for the projector turns on. When the projector is in a command ready state, it returns the "3Ah" (:) code. Furthermore, when command processing is complete, the projector also returns a ":" code. The ":" code status can be used to determine whether the projector is ready or busy. If command processing terminates with an error, an error message is output and then the ":" code is sent.
98 List of ESC/VP21 Commands Cable Layouts USB connection • Connector Serial connection • Connector • Projector shape input connector : D-Sub 9 pin (male) : Control (RS-232C) (type B) (PC serial cable) GND 5 RD 2 TD 3 DTR 4 DSR 5 5 GND 3 TD 2 RD 6 DSR 4 DTR shape Signal Function GND TD Signal wire ground Transmit data RD DSR Receive data Data set ready DTR Data terminal ready : USB (type B)
99 List of ESC/VP21 Commands USB Connection Setup In order to control the projector using ESC/VP21 commands via a USB connection, the following preparations must be carried out. PROCEDURE 1 Download the EMP Link 21L utility software from the EPSON web site to the computer being used. For details on acquiring the software, please visit the Web site http://www.epson.co.uk/support/download/projector.htm.
List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer/RGB Video Signal PC98 VGA VGACGA VGAEGA Refresh rate (Hz) 60 VGA text VESA SVGA XGA SXGA SXGA SXGA UXGA MAC13" MAC16" MAC19" MAC19" MAC21" SDTV (625i) SDTV(525i) SDTV(525p) HDTV (750p) HDTV(1125i) 60/72/75/85,iMac* 56/60/72/75/ 85,iMac* 43i/60/70/75/ 85,iMac* 70/75/85 60/75/85 43i/60/75/85 48i/60 60 50 60 60 60 60 100 Component Video/RGB Video 640×400 640×480 640×400 640×350 720×400 720×350 640×480 Resolutions for resize display (dots) EMP-74 EMP-54 1024×
Specifications Product name Dimensions Panel size Display method Resolution Focus adjustment Zoom adjustment Lamp (light source) Max. audio output Speaker Power supply Operating temperature Storage temperature Weight Connectors Multimedia Projector EMP-74/74L/54 315 (W) × 87 (H) × 240 (D) mm (12.4 (W) × 3.43 (H) × 9.45 (D) in.) (not including feet) 0.
Appearance 102 4-M4×8 21 Centre of lens Centre of projector 60 2.9 87 49.4* 240 73 10 78.5 315 57.
Index 103 General Terms C E 13w3 Port..................................... 17 5BNC Port ................................... 18 Cleaning the Air Filter .................83 Cleaning the Lens.........................83 Cleaning the Projector Case .........83 Color.............................................54 Color Adjustment .........................62 Color Mode ....................... 44, 52, 55 Component video .........................23 COM Port .....................................
104 Index N R Numeric buttons .......................... 11 Refresh Rate .................................64 Remote control .................. 11, 12, 19 Remote control light-emitting area .............................................11 Remote control light-receiving area ........................................... 7, 9 Replacing the Air Filter................89 Replacing the Lamp .....................86 Request code ................................27 "Reset All" Menu .........................
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