User’s Guide
Notations Used in This User’s Guide CAUTION TIP s 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. sp.43, p.51, p.53 The brightness of the lamp can be set to one of two settings.
3 Features of the Projector Easy to Operate The accessory remote control can be used to carry out operations such as pausing projection (Freeze function sp.47), zooming in on important parts of images (E-Zoom function sp.48) and pointing out important parts of images using a pointer icon (Pointer function sp.49). In addition, the remote control can be used to move the pointer around on the computer screen during projection (see "Wireless Mouse Function" sp.20).
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 Problems Solving .................................................................71 Reading the Indicators .............................................................. 71 When the Indicators Provide No Help ...................................... 74 Appendices Maintenance.........................................................................84 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 sp.36 Adjusts the image size. • Focus ring sp.36 • Control panel sp.8 Adjusts the image focus. • Temperature indicator sp.71 • Lamp cover sp.86 Flashes or lights in different colours to indicate problems with the internal temperature of the projector. Open this cover when replacing the lamp inside the projector. • Air exhaust vent • Foot adjust lever sp.38 • Lamp indicator sp.
8 Part Names and Functions Control Panel • [Menu] button sp.66 Displays and hides the configuration menu. • [Enter] button sp.40, p.66, p.69 Automatically adjusts analogue RGB images from computers and RGB video images to the optimum images. If a configuration menu or help screen is displayed, it accepts the current selection and moves on to the nextlowest level. • [Esc] button sp.21 • [Power] button sp.32, p.34 Stops the current function.
9 Part Names and Functions Rear • [Monitor Out] port sp.22 Outputs the projected computer's analogue RGB signals or RGB video signals to an external monitor from the source that is connected to the [Computer1/Component Video1] port. This feature is not available for video equipment signals. • [Computer1/Component Video1] port • [Computer2/Component Video2] port sp.19, p.24, p.25 Input analogue RGB video signals from a computer and RGB video signals and component videog signals from other video sources.
10 Part Names and Functions Base • Front adjustable foot sp.38 • Foot adjust lever sp.38 • Lens cover string attaching stay Remove this when suspending the projector from a ceiling. • Suspension bracket fixing points (4 points) sp.15, p.93 • Air filter (air intake vent) Install the optional ceiling mount here when suspending the projector from a ceiling. sp.84, p.89 This prevents dust and other foreign particles from getting inside the projector when air is drawn in.
11 Part Names and Functions Remote Control If you position the over the button icon or button name, a description of that button will appear. • [Page down] [Page up] buttons sp.20 • Remote control light-emitting area sp.13 • [E-Zoom] button ( ) ( ) sp.48 • [Power] button sp.32, p.34 • [Enter] button sp.21, p.66, p.69 • [Esc] button sp.21 • [Pointer] button sp.49 • [A/V Mute] button sp.46 • [Computer1] button sp.33 • [Computer2] button sp.33 • [S-Video] button sp.33 • [Video] button sp.
Before Using the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries 12 2 Insert the batteries. Check the positions of the (+) and (–) marks inside the battery holder to ensure that the batteries are inserted the correct way. 3 Replace the battery cover. Press the battery compartment cover until it clicks into place. The batteries are not already inserted into the remote control at the time the projector is purchased.
13 Before Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range Using the Remote Control The remote control is used in the following way. PROCEDURE Point the remote control light-emitting area toward one of the remote control light-receiving areas on the projector and operate the remote control buttons.
14 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 15 • 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, make sure you read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms first. • Do not set this projector up on its side to carry out projection, otherwise malfunctions may occur.
16 Installation Screen Size and Projection Distance EMP-81/61 The distance between the projector's lens and the screen determines the actual image size. 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. Recommended distance Units: cm (in.) Units: cm (ft.
17 Installation Screen 90º * Centre of lens * When installing against a wall, leave a space of about 20 cm (7.9 in.) between the projector and the wall. TIP • The lens allows a zoom ratio of up to the following ratio. EMP-821 :Approx. × 1.6 EMP-81/61 :Approx. × 1.2 The projected images can be enlarged up to the following ratio. EMP-821 :Approx. × 1.6 EMP-81/61 :Approx. × 1.2 • The image size will be reduced when keystone correction is carried out.
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.
19 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 Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port (Example) Use the accessory computer cable to make the connection.
20 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 USBg 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 8.6–9.2/10.0–10.
21 Connecting to a Computer Once the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as follows. Moving the mouse pointer Left click If you tilt the [ ] button on the remote Press the [Enter] button. control, the mouse pointer will move in If you press the [Enter] button twice in the direction of tilt. rapid succession, it has the effect of a double-click. Right click Drag and drop Press the [Esc] button.
22 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 video equipments, take the following precautions. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the video equipments 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.
24 Connecting to a Video Source Projecting S-Video Images Projecting Component Video Images Use a commercially-available S-Videog cable to make the connections. Use the optional component videog cable to make the connection. "Appendices: Optional Accessories" sp.93 Use to connect the projector to a commercially available component video cable (RCA × 3, male).
25 Connecting to a Video Source Projecting RGB Video Images Use the accessory computer cable to make the connections. To RGB output port Computer cable (accessory) To [Computer1/Component Video1] or [Computer2/Component Video2] port (blue) TIP • The input source is determined automatically based on the input signals. Some video signals may be reproduced with different colours from the original images. If this happens, set the input source to "Computer1" or "Computer2". sp.
Playing Sound from Video Equipment The projector has a built-in speaker with a maximum output of 5 W. You can output sound from 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. The [Audio] port to use is the port that is in the same box as the port being used to input the video signals. sp.
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 user's logo that is displayed on the background of the screen cannot be changed. This is effective against theft. When Password Protect is enabled When "Power ON Protect" is enabled (ON) When the power is turned on, the password entry screen is displayed.
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 cannot be changed. To change the setting, set "User’s Logo Protect" to "OFF" first. sp.29 • Capturing a user's logo • When the " Extended" - "Display" - "Background Color" menu setting is changed from "Logo" to "Black" or "Blue", or changed from "Black" or "Blue" to "Logo".
29 Preventing theft (Password Protect) 4 Enter the setting time as a number of up to 4 digits. While holding down the [Num] button, use the numeric keypad buttons to enter the setting time within the range of 0 to 9999 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.
Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning the projector on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning the Projector On.................................... 31 Adjusting the Image Quality............................... 40 • Connecting the Power Cable ..............................................31 • Turning the Power On and Projecting Images .................32 • Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images .... 40 Turning the Projector Off......................
Turning the Projector On Turn on the power to start projecting images. 31 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. The Power indicator will light orange.
32 Turning the Projector On Turning the Power On 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. sp.27 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.
33 Turning the Projector On 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. The input source can also be searched for automatically by pressing the [Source Search] button. Images from the connected equipment will be projected in turn.
Turning the Projector Off 34 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. 2 Press the [Power] button. Remote control CAUTION If the message "The projector is over heating. Make sure nothing is blocking the air vent, and clean or replace the air filter.
35 Turning the Projector Off TIP • If the Power indicator is flashing orange, operation of the [Power] buttons is disabled. Wait until the indicator lights continuously. • If "Standby Mode" in the configuration menu is set to "Network ON", fans will continue operating. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. 4 If not using the projector for a long period, unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet.
Adjusting the Screen Image These functions correct and adjust the projected images so that optimum images can be obtained. 36 Focusing the Screen Image PROCEDURE Adjusting the Image Size (Zoom Function) The size of the projected image is basically determined by the distance from the projector to the screen. sp.16 The following procedures explain how to adjust the screen image once the projector itself has been set up. Turn the focus ring to adjust the image focus.
37 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 If it is not possible to set up the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen, it can be set up at a slight vertical angle instead.
38 Adjusting the Screen Image PROCEDURE While pulling the foot adjust lever at the front of the projector, lift up the front of the projector to extend the front adjustable foot. Extend the front adjustable foot until the desired angle is obtained, and then release the foot adjust lever. To retract the front adjustable foot, gently push down on the projector while pulling the foot adjust lever.
39 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 you would like to make further fine adjustments to the results of automatic keystone correction, press the [ ] and [ ] buttons.
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: Trackingg, Position and Sync (synchronisation)g.
41 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 Trackingg manually using the following procedure. 2 Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control or press the [ ] and [ ] buttons on the projector's control panel to adjust the tracking value until the vertical stripes disappear from the images.
42 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 (synchronisation)g manually using the following procedure. 2 Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control or press the [ ] and [ ] buttons on the projector's control panel to adjust the synchronisation value until the flickering, fuzziness or interference disappears from the images.
43 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.
Adjusting the Volume The volume of the projector's built-in speaker can be adjusted as follows. PROCEDURE Press the [Volume] buttons on the remote control or the [ ] and [ ] buttons on the projector's control panel to adjust the volume. When the button is pressed to the [ ] side, the volume increases, and when it is pressed to the [ ] side, the volume decreases. The volume gauge appears on the screen when the volume is being adjusted.
Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection ................. 46 Using the Configuration Menu Functions......... 50 • A/V Mute..............................................................................46 • Freeze ...................................................................................
Functions for Enhancing Projection This section describes the various useful functions that can be used to enhance presentations. 46 You can use the "Extended" - "Display" - "Background Color" menu setting to select the screen status when video and audio are paused from the following three options. sp.61 Solid black Solid blue User's logo A/V Mute This function momentarily pauses the image and sound.
47 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.
48 Functions for Enhancing Projection E-Zoom 3 This function lets you enlarge and reduce a part of projected images such as graphs and tables. 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 the screen by tilting the [ ] button. PROCEDURE 1 Press the [E-Zoom ] button.
49 Functions for Enhancing Projection Pointer function This function lets you use the remote control to move a pointer icon around on the images being projected. This function can be used to emphasise parts of an image that you want to draw attention to. Use the remote control to carry out pointer function operations. 2 Tilt the [ ] button to move the pointer icon. To cancel the Effect function, press the [Pointer] button. The pointer icon will then disappear from the screen.
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. Refer to "Using the Configuration Menus" sp.66 for details on using the menus.
51 Using the Configuration Menu Functions List of Functions "Image" Menu • None of the settings can be adjusted if no signals are being input. • The commands displayed in the "Image" menu change depending on the input sinal that is being projected. Menu commands that do not apply to the current input signal cannot be adjusted. Computer/RGB video Sub-menu Color Mode Function Corrects the vividness of the image colour.
52 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Color Adjusts the absolute colour temperature and the intensity of Adjustment the red, green and blue components for each input source. Abs. Color Temp.g: 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.
53 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Component videog/ Composite videog/ S-Videog 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.
54 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Function Color Adjusts the absolute colour temperature and the intensity of Adjustment the red, green and blue components for each input source. Abs. Color Temp.g: 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.
55 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Signal" Menu • The "Trackingg", "Sync.g", "Position" and "Resize" settings can not be adjusted if no signals are being input. • The items displayed in the "Signal" menu change depending on the input signal that is being projected. Menu commands that do not apply to the current input signal cannot be adjusted.
56 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Reset Function Reset all adjustment values for the "Signal" menu functions to their default settings except for "Computer1 Input" and "Computer2 Input". •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or on the projector's control panel. •To return all settings such as the "Image" and "Signal" menu settings to their default values, select "Reset All" from the "Reset" menu. sp.
57 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Component videog Sub-menu Position Composite videog/ S-Videog Function Moves the image display position vertically and horizontally. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or on the projector's control panel and then make the adjustment using the display position adjustment screen that appears. Computer1 (Adjustment is only possible when component video signals Input are being input.
58 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Reset Function Returns "Position", "Video Signal" and "Resize" in the "Signal" menu to their default setting. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or on the projector's control panel. •To return all settings such as the "Image" and "Signal" menu settings to their default values, select "Reset All" from the "Reset" menu. sp.
59 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Setting" Menu Sub-menu Keystone 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. Auto Sets the function for automatically detecting the projector Keystone angle and correcting keystone "ON" or "OFF" when the projector is tilted vertically.
60 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Reset Function Resets all adjustment values for the "Setting" menu functions to their default settings. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or on the projector's control panel. •To return all settings such as the "Image" and "Signal" menu settings to their default values, select"Reset All" from the "Reset" menu. sp.
61 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Extended" Menu • The "User’s Logo" setting can not be adjusted if no signals are being input. Sub-menu Display User’s Logo Function This lets you make settings related to the projector's display. Message: Sets whether display of the following messages is turned "ON" or "OFF".
62 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Sub-menu Projection Operation Function Sets the projection position for the projector. • Front : Select when the projector is in front of the screen. • Front/Ceiling: Select when the projector is in front of the screen and suspended from the ceiling. • Rear : Select when the projector is behind the screen. • Rear/Ceiling : Select when the projector is behind the screen and suspended from the ceiling. This lets you make settings related to projector operation.
63 Using the Configuration Menu Functions * EMP Monitor : Allows you to monitor multiple projectors on the network and control them all at once using functions such as turning the power on and off and switching input sources. Sub-menu Standby Mode To use the EMP Monitor, an adapter and cable for conversion are required. The followings are available products. (As of May, 2004) For details on the products, visit LANTRONIX's website.
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/RGB Video/Component videog Composite videog/ S-Videog Sub-menu Lamp Hours Function Displays the cumulative lamp operating time for both "High Brightness" and "Low Brightness". •When the lamp warning period is reached, the display characters appear in red.
65 Using the Configuration Menu Functions "Reset" Menu Sub-menu Reset All LampHours Reset Function Resets all items in all menus to their default settings. •Press the [Enter] button on the remote control or on the projector's control panel. •To reset settings such as "Image" or "Signal", select "Reset" from the respective sub menus. •The "Computer1 Input", "Computer2 Input", "Video Signal", "User’s Logo", "Lamp Hours" and "Language" settings will not be reset to their defaults.
66 Using the Configuration Menu Functions Using the Configuration Menus 3 The configuration menus can be operated using either the remote control or the projector's control panel. PROCEDURE 1 Press the [Menu] button. The configuration menu appears. Remote control 2 Projector Select a menu item. Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control up and down or press the [ ] and [ ] buttons on the projector's control panel to move to the item to be set. Confirm the selection.
67 Using the Configuration Menu Functions 4 Select a sub-menu item. Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control up and down or press the [ ] and [ ] buttons on the projector's control panel to move to the sub-item to be set, and then press the [Enter] button. 5 Change the setting. •Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control or press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons on the projector's control panel to change the setting.
Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help..................................................... 69 Problems Solving................................................ 71 •Abnormal ................................................................................... 71 • Reading the Indicators........................................................71 •Power indicator lights red ..........................................................
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. Remote control Projector 3 Confirm the selection. Press the [Enter] button to confirm the selection of a menu item. Remote control 2 Select a menu item.
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 to "Problem Solving" sp.
Problems 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". sp.74 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following three indicators which indicate the operating status of the projector.
72 Problems Solving : lit Status Power Cause Red Internal temperature error (overheating) Red Lamp timer failure/ Lamp out Red Power Red Power Orange Cause Red High-speed cooling in progress : off Remedy or Status The lamp will turn off automatically and projection will stop. Wait for about 5 minutes. After about 5 minutes the projector will switch to standby mode, so check the following two points. After checking, press the [Power] button to turn the power back on.
73 Problems Solving : lit Status Cause Lamp replacement notification Power Orange Cause : off Remedy or Status Replace the lamp with a new one. sp.86 If you continue to use the lamp after it has passed the replacement period, the possibility that the lamp may break will increase. Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible. The Power indicator status will vary depending on the projector status at the time.
74 Problems 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 sp.75 Projection does not start, the projection area is completely black, the projection area is completely blue, etc. Power does not turn on sp.81 Can not switch projection to a video source by pressing the [Source Search] button sp.
75 Problems 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. sp.31 Check that your power supply socket is working. Is A/V Mute mode active? Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control to cancel the mute. sp.
76 Problems Solving Projection stops automatically Check Is "Sleep Mode" set to "ON"? Remedy When the "Sleep Mode" menu command has been set to "ON", the lamp turns off automatically if no operations are carried out for about 30 minutes while no video signal is being input. The Power indicator will flash orange at this time. Press the [Power] button to turn the power on. If you do not want sleep mode to be used, change the "Sleep Mode" setting to "OFF". "Extended" - "Operation" - "Sleep Mode" sp.
77 Problems Solving The message "No Signal." is displayed Check Remedy Are the cables connected correctly? Check that all of the cables required for projection are securely connected. sp.18– p.25 Has the correct video input port been selected? Press the [Computer1], [Computer2], [S-Video] or [Video] button on the remote control or the [Source Search] button on the remote control or the projector's control panel to change the image. sp.
78 Problems Solving Interference or distortion appear in images Check Remedy Are the image signal format settings correct? If a composite videog or S-Videog source is connected to the projector, use the "Video Signal" menu command to select the signal format. Only when projecting images "Signal" - "Video Signal" sp.57 from a video source Are the cables connected correctly? Check that all of the cables required for projection are securely connected. sp.18– p.
79 Problems Solving Image is truncated (large) or small Check Remedy Has the "Resize" been set correctly? Press the [Resize] button on the remote control. sp.47 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. sp.
80 Problems Solving Image colours are not right Check Remedy Do the input signal settings match the signals If you connect a computer or RGB video to the [Computer1/Component Video1] or [Computer2/ Component Video2] port, and select "Component Video1" or "Component Video2" for "Computer1 from the connected device? Input" or "Computer2 Input" in the configuration menu, the projected image is tinged with purplish red.
81 Problems Solving Images appear dark Check Remedy Have the image brightness and luminance been adjusted correctly? Use the "Brightness" and "Brightness Control" menu commands to adjust the brightness and luminance. "Image" - "Brightness" sp.51, p.53 "Setting" - "Brightness Control" sp.59 Has the image contrastg been adjusted correctly? Use the "Contrast" menu command to adjust the contrast. "Image" - "Contrast" sp.51, p.
82 Problems 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. sp.26 Has the volume been adjusted to the minimum setting? Adjust the volume so that sound can be heard. sp.44 Is A/V Mute mode active? Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control to cancel the A/V mute function. sp.
Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector. Maintenance ........................................................ 84 List of ESC/VP21 Commands............................. 96 • Cleaning ...............................................................................84 • Command List .................................................................... 96 • 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. 84 Cleaning the Air Filters and Air Intake Vent If dust collects on the air filter or the air outlet, it can cause the internal temperature of the projector to rise, and this can lead to problems with operation and shortening of the optical engine's service life.
85 Maintenance Replacing Consumables TIP This section describes how to replace the lamp and the air filters. Lamp Replacement Period 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 Lamp indicator is flashing orange. Flashing orange • The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
86 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp 2 Wait until the lamp has cooled down, then remove the lamp cover from the base of the projector. It takes approximately one hour for the lamp to cool down by itself after the cool-down period has finished. Loosen the lamp cover fixing screw with the screwdriver that is supplied with the spare lamp (or your own cross head screwdriver). Then slide the lamp cover straight forward and lift it to remove. 3 Loosen the two lamp fixing screws.
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. Slide the lamp cover and tighten the cover fixing screws. TIP 5 Install the new lamp.
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 "Reset" menu and then press the [Enter] button.
89 Maintenance Replacing the Air Filter If the air filters are broken or if the warning message reappears after they have been cleaned, they should be replaced. The air filter can be replaced even if the projector is installed on a ceiling. 3 Install the new air filter. Slide the air filter covers in from the outside and push them in until they click into place.
Saving a User's Logo 90 You can record the image that is currently being projected as a user's logo. TIP 2 Select "User’s Logo" from the "Extended" menu, and then press the [Enter] button. When a user's logo is recorded, the previous user's logo will be erased. PROCEDURE 1 Project the image that you would like to use as a user's logo, and then press the [Menu] button.
91 Saving a User's Logo 3 Select "Yes" in the sub-menu, then press the [Enter] button. 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. Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control or press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons on the projector's control panel to select the area of the image to use as the user's logo, and then press the [Enter] button.
92 Saving a User's Logo 5 Select "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then press the [Enter] button. 6 Select the zoom rate in the Zoom rate setting screen, and then press the [Enter] button. 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).
Optional Accessories and Consumables 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. Optional Accessories Soft carrying case ELPKS27 Use this case if you need to carry the projector by hand. 60" screen ELPSC07 80" screen ELPSC08 100" screen ELPSC10 A portable roll-type screen.
Glossary 94 The 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. Abs. Color Temp. Aspect ratio Component video Composite video Contrast Cool-down Dolby Digital HDTV Interlaced scanning Progressive scanning Refresh rate The temperature of an object which is emitting light.
Glossary Resize display SDTV Security lock Squeeze mode sRGB SVGA S-Video SXGA Sync (synchronisation) Tracking USB UXGA VGA XGA 95 This function is used to allow images that have a resolution more than or less than the projector's panel resolution to be projected so that they fill the whole of the projection area. An abbreviation for Standard Definition Television. It refers to standard television systems which do not satisfy the conditions for High-Definition Television.
List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List 96 Communication Protocol When a power on command is sent to the projector, the power will turn on and the projector will change to warm-up mode. When the power has turned on, a colon ":" (3Ah) will be returned. When the projector executes a command, it returns a ":" and waits for the next command to be sent. If command processing terminates with an error, the projector outputs an error message and then returns the ":" code.
97 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 6 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)
98 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 USB driver (USB-COM Driver) from the EPSON website to your computer. The URL is as follows. http://www.epson.co.uk/support/download/index.htm 2 Install the downloaded USB driver on your computer. Read the instructions displayed on the download screen.
List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer/RGB Video Signal VGAg VGAEGA VESA SVGAg XGAg SXGAg SXGA SXGA UXGAg MAC13" MAC16" MAC19" MAC19" MAC21" SDTVg(625i) SDTV(525i) SDTV(525p) HDTVg(750p) HDTV(1125i) Component Video/RGB Video Refresh rateg (Hz) Resolution (dots) 60 640×480 640×350 640×480 Resolutions for resize displayg (dots) EMPEMP-61 821/81 1024×768 800×600 1024×560 800×438 1024×768 800×600 800×600 1024×768 800×600 1024×768 1152×864 1280×960 1280×1024 1600×1200 640×480 832×624 1024×768 10
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 Multimedia Projector EMP-821/81/61 350 (W) × 109 (H) × 272 (D) mm (12.4 (W) × 4.3 (H) × 9.45 (D) in.) (not including feet) EMP-821 : 0.8 inches EMP-81/61 : 0.
Specifications Safety USA UL60950 Third Edition Canada CSA C22.2 No.
Appearance 102 4-M4×9 Centre of lens 18 109 53.4* 14 272 136 2 98 351 23 41.2 36 187.1 72.
Index 103 A C D High ..............................................59 Abs. Color Temp. ................... 52, 54 Air exhaust vent............................. 7 Air filter ....................................... 10 Air intake vent .......................... 9, 10 Aspect ratio.................................. 47 [Audio1] port ............................ 9, 26 [Audio2] port ............................ 9, 26 [Audio Out] port ............................ 9 [Audio] port ..............................
104 Index M Main menu................................... 50 Manually Correcting Keystone Distortion ................................... 39 Menu............................................ 50 Message ....................................... 61 Mini D-Sub 15-pin port ............... 19 [Monitor Out] port ......................... 9 Mouse pointer .............................. 21 N Numeric buttons .......................... 11 O Operating distance (Remote control)........................
Index W Wide-screen Projection ............... 47 Wireless Mouse Function ............ 20 Z Zoom ring ......................................
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