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Quebec User's Guide.book Page 2 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Important Safety Information WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 3 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Unpacking the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Additional Components . . . . . . . . .
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 4 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 2 Using the Remote Control 3 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Replacing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Controlling the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Switching Between Picture Sources . . . .
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 5 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 4 Fine-Tuning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Using the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Adjusting Signal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 6 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM A Projector Installation B Technical Specifications C Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 FCC Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 7 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM - Welcome The Epson ® PowerLite® 740c is an easy-to-use, lightweight projector that offers up to 2500 lumens of brightness and weighs less than 4 pounds. You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video sources. Easy control The projector’s keystone correction feature automatically corrects image distortion, and you can use the remote control to take charge of your presentation from almost anywhere in the room.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 8 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Using Your Documentation This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it: ■ Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. ■ Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. ■ Notes contain important information about your projector. ■ Tips contain additional projection hints.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 9 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM ■ If you still need help after checking this User’s Guide and the sources listed above, you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the card in your Start Here kit. Or take advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 hours a day. See page 78 for more information.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 10 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Unpacking the Projector After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown below: Remote control and batteries Projector software CD-ROM Audio adapter Projector USB cable VGA computer cable Power cable Carrying case Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 11 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM ■ Some older PowerBooks® and Macintosh® desktop models may need the Macintosh desktop adapter set shown on page 37 (available from Epson; see below.) Older iMac® systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer.
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Quebec User's Guide.book Page 13 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 1 Displaying and Adjusting the Image W hether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment, you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the screen.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 14 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Positioning the Projector note You can mount the projector on the ceiling, or place it behind a translucent screen for rear projection. See page 81 for details. If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen, as shown. This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 15 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen. note After positioning the projector, you may want to connect a Kensington MicroSaver® anti-theft device to the lock port on the projector’s left side. You can purchase this from Epson; see page 11.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 16 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Projecting the Image Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described on page 35. Then follow the instructions below to start the projector and display an image. Turning On the Projector note To shut down the projector, see page 24. Shutting down the projector correctly prevents premature lamp failure and possible damage from overheating.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 17 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 3. Press the red P Power button on the remote control or on top of the projector. The projector beeps once and the Power light flashes green as the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is ready for use. 4.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 18 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Troubleshooting Display Problems Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image. You Can’t Project an Image If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following: ■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described beginning on page 35. ■ Make sure the Power light is green and not flashing and the lens cap is off.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 19 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM ■ If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled. From the Control Panel, open the Display utility. In the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab, then click Advanced.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 20 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM If you’re using OS 8.6 to OS 9.x: You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps: 1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors or Monitors and Sound. 2. Click the Arrange icon. Click here Drag one monitor icon on top of the other 3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 21 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Adjusting the Image Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments: ■ If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. See below. ■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 22. ■ If the image isn’t square, see page 22. ■ If a computer image displays incorrectly, see page 24. If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see Chapter 4.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 22 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Focusing and Zooming Your Image Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image. Turn the zoom ring on the projector to reduce or enlarge the image. Focus Zoom If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the E-Zoom buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. See page 31 for instructions.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 23 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM If your image is still distorted, you can correct it using the Keystone buttons on the projector’s control panel or the projector’s Setting menu. Keystone correction Using Keystone Correction To adjust your image when it is wider on the top or bottom, do the following: ■ ■ Press one of the two triangular buttons on the projector’s control panel, as shown below.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 24 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Correcting Computer Images note You must be projecting an image for this button to have any effect. The Auto button works only with computer images. If you’re connected to a computer and the image doesn’t look right, press the Auto button on the remote control or the Enter button on the projector. This automatically resets the projector’s tracking, sync, resolution, and position settings.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 25 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 3. Press the P Power button again. The lamp is turned off and the Power light flashes orange for about 20 seconds as the projector cools down. After the projector has cooled, the projector beeps twice, the orange light stays on, and the exhaust fan shuts off. If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the orange light stops flashing. Then press the P Power button. caution Turn the projector off when not in use.
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Quebec User's Guide.book Page 27 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 1 Using the Remote Control T he projector includes a number of tools to enhance your presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control, which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room—up to 20 feet away. note For information and resources to help you give the most professional presentation, be sure to visit presentersonline.com.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 28 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM note If a button is pressed longer than 30 seconds, the remote control stops operating to conserve power. When you release the button, normal operation resumes. Using the Remote Control Follow these tips for using the remote control: ■ Point the remote control at the front of the projector or at the screen. ■ Stand within 20 feet of the projector.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 29 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Controlling the Picture and Sound You can use the remote control to preview and select your picture sources, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the action, zoom in on the picture, and adjust the volume.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 30 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Turning Off the Picture and Sound You can use the A/V Mute button on the remote control to turn off the image and sound. This feature is useful if you want to temporarily redirect your audience’s attention. ■ To turn off the picture, press the A/V Mute button. The screen turns blue. ■ To turn the image back on, press the button again. You can have the screen turn black when you press the A/V Mute button.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 31 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Zooming Part of Your Image You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the E-Zoom buttons on the remote control. 1. Press the E-Zoom button on the remote control. You see a crosshair indicating the center of the zoom-in area. 2. Use the pointer button to position the crosshair. button to enlarge the selected 3. Continue pressing the E-Zoom area up to 4 times. 4.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 32 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Resizing Video images You can use the Resize button on the remote control to adjust how an image fits into the display area. For video images, press Resize to switch the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9. This lets you play certain digital video images or movies recorded on certain DVDs in 16:9 widescreen format.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 33 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control If you’ve connected a computer to the projector with a USB cable, as described on page 38, you can use the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse. This gives you more flexibility when delivering slideshow-style presentations, since you won’t have to stand next to the computer to change slides. ■ Use the Up and slideshow.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 34 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Highlighting Your Presentation You can display a pointer to call out important information on the screen. If you want to customize the pointer tool, you can choose from three alternative shapes. Using the Pointer Tool 1. To activate the pointer tool, press the Pointer button on the remote control. A pointer appears on the screen. Pointer If you prefer to use a different style of pointer, see the instructions in the next section. 2.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 35 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 1 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment T his chapter tells you how to connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer, and/or to video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, or video camera.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 36 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM note If you connect a Windowsbased 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. note For newer PowerBooks with DVI connectors, see your computer’s documentation to see how to use a DVI to VGA adapter (usually included with the computer) to connect to the VGA computer port.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 37 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 3. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 16 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image. Using the Macintosh Desktop Adapter If you have an older desktop Macintosh or PowerBook, the VGA cable may not fit when you try to connect it. If so, you’ll need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter to connect the VGA cable to your computer. This is available from Epson (see page 11). 1.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 38 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter (using the Computer/Component Video port), you can use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you control your computer and click through slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint, from up to 20 feet away.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 39 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Connecting to Video Equipment You can connect several video sources to the projector at the same time. Before starting, look at your video equipment to determine its available video output connections: ■ If your video player has a yellow RCA-style video output connector, see “Connecting a Composite Video Source” on page 40. ■ If your video player has an S-Video connector, see “Connecting an S-Video Source” on page 41.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 40 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Connecting a Composite Video Source 1. Locate an RCA-style video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from an electronics dealer). 2. Connect the cable to the yellow video output connector on your player and the yellow Video connector on the projector: 3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 44 for instructions on connecting audio cables. 4.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 41 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Connecting an S-Video Source 1. Locate an S-Video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from Epson; see page 10). 2. Connect the cable to the S-Video connector on your player and the S-Video connector on the projector: 3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 44 for instructions on connecting audio cables. 4.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 42 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Connecting a Component Video Source You will need a component-to-VGA video cable or a component video-to-VGA adapter for this connection. You can order this cable (ELPKC19) from Epson; see page 11 for more information. 1. Locate a component-to-VGA video cable or adapter. note 2. Connect the cable to your player and the blue Computer/Component Video connector on the projector. Be sure your video player is not an RGB video source.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 43 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Connecting an RGB Video Source 1. Locate the VGA computer cable provided with the projector. 2. Connect the cable to the video port on your player and the Computer/Component port on the projector. note Be sure your video player is not a component video source. If you select the wrong source, image quality may suffer. Check your video player’s documentation. 3.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 44 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Playing Sound Through the Projector You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system. To play sound through the projector, follow these steps: 1. Locate the appropriate cable and connect it to the Audio jack on the projector. ■ If you have a computer connected to the blue Computer/ Component Video port, use a stereo mini-jack cable.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 45 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 1 Fine-Tuning the Projector Y ou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 46 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Using the Menu System You can use the remote control or the projector’s control panel to access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps: 1. To display the menu screen, press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector. You see a menu screen similar to the one below: Options Menu list The menus are listed on the left and the options available for the highlighted menu are shown on the right. 2.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 47 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 4. After highlighting the option you want to adjust, use the pointer button to change the setting. In some cases, you may have to press the Enter button to view a sub-screen for changing the setting. ■ Press the left or right side of the a slider bar. pointer button to adjust ■ To select from two or more settings, use the pointer button to highlight the desired setting and press Enter. + - ON OFF 5.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 48 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Adjusting the Image You can use the Image menu to adjust the brightness, sharpness, color, tint, and contrast. 1. Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control and select the Image menu. You see the Image menu screen. 2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: ■ Color Mode Lets you quickly adjust the color and brightness for various environments.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 49 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM ■ Brightness note Lightens or darkens the overall image. ■ The Brightness setting changes the opacity of the projector’s LCD panels. You can also change the lamp’s brightness. Select Brightness Control in the Setting menu, then choose High or Low (the default setting is High). Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. ■ Color Intensity (video only) Adjusts the color depth of the image.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 50 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: ■ Leave this setting ON to automatically optimize the computer image. Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have made to the video settings. tip Before adjusting tracking or sync, fill the screen with an image containing fine detail. For example, in Windows you can select a pattern to appear as your desktop background.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 51 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Customizing Projector Features You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector, adjust audio volume, and customize several other features. ■ Keystone Squares up the shape of the image after the projector has been tilted upward. If you notice lines or edges looking jagged after adjusting the shape, decrease the Sharpness setting (see page 48).
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 52 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM ■ note You can also adjust the volume using the remote control. Volume Raises or lowers the volume of the projector’s speaker. ■ EasyMP Audio Out The PowerLite 740c does not support EasyMP. Using the Projector Security Features To prevent unauthorized use of the projector, you can do the following: ■ Assign a password; this can be disabled for a set period if you want to loan the projector to someone.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 53 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM The default setting for the Password Protect function is OFF. Follow these steps to turn password protection on: 1. Press the Freeze button on the remote control for about five seconds. You see this screen: caution If you lose the remote control, you will not be able to enter the password. Keep the remote control in a safe place at all times. 2. Use the pointer button to set Power ON Protect to ON. Then press Enter. 3. Press Esc. 4.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 54 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM The countdown for the elapsed time begins as soon as you close the Password Protect menu. (You can check the elapsed time in this menu next to Time elapsed.) 10. To enable your screen logo, select User’s Logo Protect and press Enter. Select ON and press Enter. When this feature is on, the logo appears whenever you turn on the projector (if the Startup Screen is enabled in the Extended menu; see page 55).
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 55 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM When you see the Password Protect Release screen again, you can try to enter the correct password. If you enter an incorrect password 30 times in succession, the projector remains locked and you must contact Epson to unlock it. If you have forgotten the password, contact Epson with the request code number that appears in the Password Protect Release screen for assistance. See “Where To Get Help” on page 78.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 56 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 3. When you see a message asking whether you accept the present image as the user’s logo, select Yes and press Enter. A selection box displays over the image. 4. Use the pointer button to select the area of the image you want to use. Then press Enter. 5. When you see the message Select this Image?, highlight Yes and press Enter. 6. Use the arrow buttons to select a zoom rate (display size) and press Enter. 7.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 57 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Disabling the Projector’s Buttons When you enable the Operation Lock function, you can lock all the projector’s buttons except the Power button. 1. Press the Menu button, highlight the Setting menu, and press Enter. 2. Select Operation Lock and press the Enter button. 3. Select ON and press Enter. 4. Select Yes and press Enter to confirm the setting. 5. Press the Menu button to exit.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 58 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM ■ Projection Select Front (to project from the front of a screen and right side up), Front/Ceiling (when the projector is mounted upside-down from the ceiling), Rear (to project from behind onto a transparent screen), or Rear/Ceiling (to project from behind onto a transparent screen when the projector is mounted upside-down from the ceiling).
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 59 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 1 Maintaining the Projector warning Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp cover. Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product yourself, except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide. Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 60 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use lens-cleaning tissue. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens. Remove the cap before cleaning Cleaning the Projector Case caution Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 61 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Cleaning the Air Filters and Vents Clean the air filters and air intake vents after every 100 hours of use. If they are not cleaned periodically, they can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. note To order replacement air filters, request part number V13H134A08. See page 11 for ordering information. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the projector.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 62 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Replacing the Lamp and Air Filter note When you get a replacement lamp for your projector, you should replace the filters. The life span of the projection lamp is about 2000 hours if Brightness Control in the Setting menu is set to High (default), and 3000 hours if Brightness Control is set to Low. To check how long the lamp has been in use, see page 71.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 63 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 4. Turn the projector over. Press in on the tabs and lift up the lamp cover. 5. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you don’t need to remove them). Loosen, but don’t remove these screws warning 6. Hold the lamp as shown and pull it straight out. This product includes a lamp component that contains mercury (Hg). Please consult your state and local regulations regarding proper disposal and do not put in the trash. 7.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 64 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 8. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws. 9. Slide the air filter out and remove it. 10. Slide in the new air filter until it clicks in place. 11. Insert the two cover tabs, then press down on the cover until it snaps into place. 12. Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 65 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Resetting the Lamp Timer After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the projector’s menus. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector’s control panel. You see the main menu. 2. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to highlight Reset, then press Enter. You see this screen: 3. Select Lamp Hours Reset and press Enter. You see this prompt: 4.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 66 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Transporting the Projector The projector contains many glass and precision parts. Follow these guidelines to prevent damage: note ■ When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning around the projector.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 67 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM 1 Solving Problems This chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 68 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Using On-Screen Help If the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can get help by pressing the blue ? Help button on top of the projector or on the remote control. The following choices are available: ■ ”No Signal.” or no image appears on the screen ■ Problems with sound ■ Language change Follow these steps to get help: 1. Press the blue ? Help button on the remote control or on the projector.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 69 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Checking Projector Status If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for it to cool (the Power light stops flashing orange), and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this doesn’t solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector. What To Do When the Lights Flash The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 70 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Status lights Light Status Description Flashing red There is a problem with the fan or temperature sensor. Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable, and contact Epson as described on page 78. Flashing orange Rapid cooling is in progress. Although this is not an abnormal condition, projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises higher.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 71 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information Use the Info menu to view information about the display settings of your computer and the number of hours the lamp has been used. Press the Menu button and highlight the Info menu. You see the lamp usage hours and various input signal settings on the right.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 72 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Solving Problems with the Image or Sound No image appears on the screen. ■ Check that the Power light is green, not flashing, and the lens cap is off. ■ The projector may be in standby or sleep mode. If the Power light is orange, press the P Power button to turn the projector on. ■ If the power was switched off and then on again, the projector may be cooling down.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 73 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM If you’re using a PC notebook: ■ Hold down the Fn key on the keyboard and press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may have an icon such as , or it may be labelled CRT/LCD. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it. Check your notebook’s manual or online help for details.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 74 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM The message Not Supported is displayed. ■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu (see page 49). ■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA (1600 × 1200) and the frequency is supported by the projector (see page 85). If necessary, change your computer’s resolution setting as described below. Only part of the computer image is displayed. ■ Press the Auto button on the remote control.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 75 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM The image isn’t square, but keystone-shaped. ■ If the top or bottom of the image is broader, press the button on the projector until the image is square. or ■ If the projector is angled toward the screen from the left or right, the image will be broader on one side. Center the projector in front of the middle of the screen, facing the screen squarely. The image contains static or noise.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 76 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM You see vertical bands or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section. ■ If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail, you may notice vertical bands or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. Press the Auto button on the remote control to reset the projector’s tracking and sync settings.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 77 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM ■ Try adjusting the Brightness and Contrast settings on the Image menu. ■ Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance. ■ The projector’s lamp may need to be replaced. See page 62 for instructions. There is no sound, or the sound is not loud enough. ■ Press the button on the projector or remote control to increase the volume. ■ Make sure A/V Mute is not enabled. (The A/V Mute button may have been pressed.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 78 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Solving Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. ■ The remote control’s batteries may not be installed correctly or may be low on power. To change the batteries, see page 28. ■ Make sure you are within about 20 feet (6 meters) of the projector and within range of the projector’s front or back sensor (approximately 30° to the left or right and 15° above or below).
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 79 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Telephone Support Services To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the Epson PrivateLine Support card included in your Start Here kit. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the duration of your warranty period.
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Quebec User's Guide.book Page 81 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM A Projector Installation T his appendix provides guidelines on installing the projector in a permanent location, such as a theater or conference room.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 82 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM If you’re mounting the projector on the ceiling and you place it above screen level, you’ll have to tilt the projector down to position the image on the screen. This causes the image to lose its square shape. You can correct the distortion using the Keystone function in the projector’s menu system (see page 51).
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 83 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM A Technical Specifications General Type of display Epson poly-silicon TFT active matrix Resolution (native format) 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.8 million colors Brightness 2500 lumens (High Brightness mode) 2000 lumens (Low Brightness mode) Contrast ratio 400:1 Image size 30 to 300 inches Projection distance 3.2 to 39.7 feet (1.0 to 12.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 84 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Projection Lamp Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) Power consumption 170 W Lamp life Approx. 2000 hours (High Brightness mode) Approx. 3000 hours (Low Brightness mode) Part number V13H010L32 Remote Control Range 20 feet (6 meters) Batteries (2) Alkaline AAA Dimensions Height 2.7 inches (70 mm), feet retracted Width 10.9 inches (276 mm) Depth 7.6 inches (193 mm) Weight 3.8 lb (1.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 85 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Safety United States FCC 47CFR Part 15B Class B (DoC) UL60950 Third Edition Canada ICES-003 Class B CSA C22.2 No. 60950 CE Marking Directive 73/23/EEC Directive 89/336/EEC IEC 60950 Third Edition EN 55022, EN 55024 Pixelworks™ DNX™ ICs are used in this projector. Compatible Video Formats The projector supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM international video standards, as well as the monitor display formats listed below.
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Quebec User's Guide.book Page 87 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM A Notices This appendix includes safety instructions and other important information about your Epson PowerLite projector. Important Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. ■ Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat. ■ Use the type of power source indicated on the projector.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 88 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM ■ Never push objects of any kind through the cabinet slots. Never spill liquid of any kind into the projector. ■ Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 89 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Remote Control Information You can operate the projector by remote control via a line-of-sight infrared (IR) receiver at the front and rear of the projector. The projector may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions: ■ There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR receiver on the projector. ■ Ambient light is too bright. ■ Certain types of fluorescent lighting are used.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 90 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15, Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We: Located at: Epson America, Inc.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 91 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 92 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM Warranty Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc.
Quebec User's Guide.book Page 93 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE.
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