Epson PowerLite 835p Multimedia Projector ® ® User’s Guide
Important Safety Information WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Optional Accessories . . . .
2 3 Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Turning On and Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Replacing the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Controlling the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Previewing Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Adjusting the Image Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 5 Presenting Through a Wireless Network . . . . 59 Starting EasyMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Configuring the Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Using Ad Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Using Access Point Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Using Wireless Security Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Adding WEP Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 6 Contents Fine-Tuning the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Using the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Adjusting the Image Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Adjusting the Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Adjusting Signal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Projector Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Creating a Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Connecting to a Projector in a Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Exporting a Projector Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Importing a Projector Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 8 Maintaining the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 9 Solving Problems A Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B Projector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 C Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 D Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Projection Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
- Welcome The Epson ® PowerLite® 835p is an easy-to-use, lightweight projector that offers up to 3000 lumens of brightness and a 600:1 contrast ratio for incredibly vivid images and clear text. Versatility You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video sources, or you can project over an 802.11g or 802.11b wireless network or a wired LAN network.
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.
■ 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 181 for more information.
Unpacking the Projector After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown below: note You won’t need all these components; your configuration will determine which ones you need. Remote control and batteries EastMP™ software CD-ROM Projector USB cable Power cord VGA computer cable 802.11g wireless card 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.
■ Some older PowerBooks® and Macintosh® desktop models may need the Macintosh desktop adapter set shown on page 48 (available from Epson; see below.) Older iMac® systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer.
Welcome
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.
Positioning the Projector note You can mount the projector on the ceiling, or place it behind a translucent screen for rear projection. See page 187 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.
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. Projector 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 “Optional Accessories” on page 13.
Projecting the Image Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described on page 45. Then follow the instructions below to start the projector and display an image. Turning On the Projector note To shut down the projector, see page 29. Shutting down the projector correctly prevents premature lamp failure and possible damage from overheating. Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting the projector so it can automatically detect and display the image source.
4. Press the red P Power button on top of the projector—or press the P Power button on the remote control. Power button (If this is your first time using the remote control, make sure the batteries are installed and the ON/OFF switch on the side of the remote is turned on.) Turn on remote Power button warning Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children.
Selecting the Image Source note To focus and adjust the image, see page 24. If a projected image fails to appear, see page 21 for help. Selecting the image source lets you switch between images input from different pieces of connected equipment (such as a computer or DVD player). If you don’t see the image you want, press the Source Search button on the remote control or the projector.
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 45. ■ Make sure the Power light is green and not flashing and the lens cap is off.
■ 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. The method for adjusting the settings varies by brand; you may need to click a Monitor tab, then make sure the external Monitor port is set as your primary display and/or enabled.
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. If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the Simulscan resolution settings: 1. Click the Monitor icon.
Adjusting the Image Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments: ■ If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. See below. ■ If you have quick setup enabled on the projector, see page 25. ■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 25. ■ If the image isn’t square, see page 26. ■ If a computer image displays incorrectly, see page 28. If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see page 117.
Using Quick Setup You can use the Quick Setup button on the projector or the remote control to quickly and automatically adjust the projector’s focus, zoom, and shape, as well as the Wall Shot setting. All you need to do is position your projector, then press Quick Setup. (You may need to enable Quick Setup for some of the settings you want to use; see page 135.
Adjusting the Image Shape In most cases, you can maintain a square or rectangular image by placing the projector directly in front of the center of the screen with the base of the lens level with the bottom of the screen. Even if the projector is slightly tilted (within a range of 40° up or down), the projector has an automatic keystone correction function that detects and corrects vertical keystone distortion.
Using Keystone Correction To adjust your image when it is wider on one side, do the following: ■ Look at the shapes of the icons on the projector’s four keystone buttons. Press the button whose icon is the opposite of the shape of your screen image. Continue pressing the button until you are satisfied with the shape of the image. note The image will be slightly smaller after adjusting.
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. This automatically resets the projector’s tracking, sync, resolution, and position settings.
Shutting Down the Projector When you’ve finished using the projector, follow the recommended procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and protects the projector from possible overheating. 1. Turn off any equipment plugged into the projector. note Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. 2. To turn off the projector, press the red P Power button on the projector or remote control. Power button You see a confirmation message.
Using the Direct Power ON Function The Direct Power ON function enables faster startup. It’s convenient for ceiling mounted projectors because you can simply flip a switch that is connected to the power outlet for the projector to turn it on and off. For desktop or table-top presentations, just connect the power cord to turn it on. You can also turn the power on to restart the projector immediately after turning it off. Follow these steps to enable Direct Power ON: 1.
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 33 feet away. note For information and resources to help you give the most professional presentation, be sure to visit presentersonline.com. You can use the remote control to adjust the picture and sound (page 34) or as a pointer to highlight your presentation (page 43).
Turning On and Using the Remote Control The remote control has an ON/OFF switch on its side, as shown. Before using the remote, make sure batteries are installed as described on page 33, then push up on the ON/OFF switch to turn it on. ON/OFF switch note If a button is pressed longer than 60 seconds, the remote control stops operating to conserve power. When you release the button, normal operation resumes.
Replacing the Batteries If the projector stops responding to the remote control, check the following: ■ Make sure the remote control’s ON/OFF switch (shown on page 32) is in the ON position. ■ Press the light button and check to see if the buttons on the remote control light up. (If you’re in a bright room, you may not be able to see them light up.) If the buttons do not light up, replace the batteries as described below: caution 1. Turn the remote control over.
Controlling the Picture and Sound note You can use the projector’s menus to fine-tune the picture and sound quality as described on page 117. 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, display a picture-in-picture image, and adjust the volume.
Previewing Picture Sources You can display a preview image from each connected source to help you select the image source you want. 1. Press Preview on the remote control. Preview button You see the currently selected source displayed in the main window, as shown below. All other sources (including the currently selected source) are displayed in smaller preview windows on the right side and at the bottom.
Adjusting the Image Shape Even if your projected image has no parallel sides, you can even up the sides using Quick Corner. Follow these steps: 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control (or on the projector’s control panel). 2. Select the Setting menu and press Enter. note 3. From the Setting menu, select Keystone and press Enter. If you are already using Keystone settings, you see a warning message.
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 and darken your screen. This feature is useful if you want to temporarily redirect your audience’s attention without the distraction of a bright screen. ■ To turn off the picture, press the A/V Mute button. The screen goes dark. ■ To turn the image back on, press the button again.
Zooming Part of Your Image You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the E-Zoom buttons on the remote control. 1. Press the E-Zoom button on the remote control. You see a crosshair indicating the center of the zoom-in area. 2. Use the pointer button to position the crosshair. 3. Continue pressing the E-Zoom area up to 4 times. button to enlarge the selected 4. While the image is enlarged, you can: ■ Use the pointer button to move around the screen. ■ Press the E-Zoom button to zoom out. 5.
Displaying the Picture-in-Picture Image Make sure your main image source is displayed, then follow these steps to display and use the picture-in-picture window: 1. Press the PinP button on the remote control. 2. Use the pointer button to reposition the video window. 3. Once the window is the way you want it, press the Enter button; your video continues playing on the screen. Video window PinP button 4. When you’re finished using picture-in-picture, press the PinP or pointer button again.
Projecting Images Without a Screen note If the status message indicates that Wall Shot is off, press the Wall Shot button again to turn it on. Even if you don’t have a screen, you can project images onto surfaces like blackboards and colored walls without loss of image color. Your projector has a sensor that measures the conditions of the projection surface and automatically adjusts the colors and shading of your image.
Adjusting Color Corrections for a New Surface Adjust the correction values if you’re projecting on a new surface or in a new location. 1. Press the Wall Shot button on the remote control or projector while you’re projecting an image. Make sure Wall Shot is on. 2. Press the Wall Shot button a couple of times until you see Wall Shot Readjustment as the status in the upper right corner of your screen.
■ Use the pointer button to move the cursor on the screen. ■ Press the Enter button once to left-click, or press it twice to double-click. Press the Esc button to right-click. ■ To drag-and-drop, hold down the Enter button for about one second until it lights. Then use the pointer button to drag the object. When it’s where you want it, press Enter to release it.
Highlighting Your Presentation You can display a pointer to call out something on the screen, or draw straight or curved lines to emphasize particular points. There are three pointer tools you can choose from and each one can be customized for a different look. Using the Pointer Tool 1. To 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 page 44 to choose from three preset options. 2.
Customizing the Pointer Tools You can customize the shape and size of each of the three pointer tools, and set how fast you can move the pointer across the screen. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control, highlight the Setting menu, highlight Pointer, and press Enter. You can select one of the following pointer shapes: 2. Highlight Return and press Enter. 3. To change the size of the pointer, highlight Pointer Zoom and press Enter. 4. Choose 100% or 200% and press Enter. 5.
1 Connecting to Computers, Cameras, 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 or DVD player. You can also connect the projector to a digital camera, video camera, external speakers, and/or an external monitor.
Connecting to a Computer 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 You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC notebook and notebook computers, Macintosh PowerBooks and iBooks,® and hand-held devices. You can connect up to two computers at the same time.
Connecting to the Computer Ports You can connect to either Computer/Component port using the VGA computer cable that came with the projector (the monitor port on your computer must be a mini D-sub 15-pin port). 1. If you’re using the VGA computer cable, connect one end to one of the projector’s Computer/Component ports, and the other end to your computer’s monitor port. Then go to step 4. caution Don’t try to force a connector to fit a port with a different shape or number of pins.
Using the Macintosh Desktop Adapter If you have an older desktop Macintosh or PowerBook, the VGA cable may not fit when you try to connect it. If so, you’ll need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter to connect the VGA cable to your computer. This is available from Epson (see page 13). 1. To use the adapter, remove its cover as shown and set its DIP switches according to the resolution you want to use, such as 16-inch mode. See your Macintosh documentation for instructions. 2.
Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter, you can use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you control your computer and click through slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint, from up to 33 feet away. The wireless mouse function is supported on systems with a USB port running Windows XP, 98, Me, or 2000, or Macintosh OS X 10.2.x to 10.3.x or OS 8.6 to OS 9.x. 1.
Connecting an External Monitor If you want to monitor your presentation close-up (on a monitor placed beside the projector) as well as on the screen, you can connect an external monitor. To attach an external monitor, connect it to the projector’s Monitor Out port, as shown: External monitor Follow these guidelines to view images on the monitor: 50 ■ The monitor displays the currently selected computer source.
Connecting to Video Equipment You can connect up to four 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 52. ■ If your video player has an S-Video connector, see “Connecting an S-Video Source” on page 53.
Connecting a Composite Video Source 1. Locate the RCA-style video cable provided with the projector. 2. Connect the cable to the yellow video output connector on your player and the yellow Video connector on the projector: 3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 57 for instructions on connecting an audio cable. 4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 18 or the Quick Setup sheet for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image.
Connecting an S-Video Source 1. Locate an S-Video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from Epson; see page 12). 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 57 for instructions on connecting an audio cable. 4.
Connecting a Component Video Source 1. Locate a component-to-VGA video cable. note 2. Connect the cable to your player and one of the Computer/Component connectors on the projector. Be sure your video player is not an RGB video source. If you select the wrong source, image quality may suffer. Check your video player’s documentation. 3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 57 for instructions on connecting an audio cable. 4.
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 one of the Computer/Component ports 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. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 57 for instructions on connecting an audio cable. 4.
Connecting to a Digital Camera or Other Device note Use a cable less than 10 feet long and connect the camera directly to the projector. Your projector may not function correctly if you use a longer cable or connect your camera to a USB hub. You can connect your digital camera, USB flash memory drive, USB hard drive, or digital photo storage device, such as the Epson P-1000, to the projector using the USB cable specified for your device.
Playing Sound Through the Projector You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system or attach an external speaker system. Attaching speakers to the projector instead of directly to the audio source lets you use the projector’s remote control to adjust the sound. Connecting Audio Equipment to the Projector To play sound through the projector, follow these steps: 1. Locate the appropriate commercially available audio cable.
Connecting External Speakers To connect speakers to the projector, follow these steps: 1. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers. Depending on your speakers you may be able to use a commercially available audio cable with a stereo mini-jack connector on one end and pin jacks on the other end. For some speakers, you may have to purchase a special cable or use an adapter. 2. Connect the stereo mini-jack end of the audio cable to the Audio Out port on the projector. 3.
1l Presenting Through a Wireless Network T his chapter tells you how to send pictures to the projector through a wireless network. Using EMP NS Connection, you can project images shown on your computer screen—including text and graphics—directly to your audience. Because images are displayed in real-time, any changes you make on your PC or notebook are automatically mirrored on the screen.
Starting EasyMP note Only the Epson 802.11g card is guaranteed to work. Other brands may not be compatible. Before connecting to the projector, you have to switch it to EasyMP mode. Follow these steps: 1. Turn on the remote control, as described on page 32. Point it at the projector and press the P Power button. 2. Press the EasyMP button on the remote control to select EasyMP as the source. 3. Insert the Epson 802.11g card in the card slot with the label facing upward.
Once the card is inserted, you see one of these screens, depending on the currently selected mode: note If you see a message asking you to insert a LAN or memory card, check to make sure your 802.11g card is properly inserted. Ad Hoc mode Access Point mode 4. If you’ve already set up your computer and projector for the mode you want to use—Ad Hoc mode (also called computer-to-computer mode) or Access Point mode (also called infrastructure mode)—skip to “Projecting Wirelessly” on page 83.
Configuring the Connection note Make sure you’ve installed the NS Connection software as described on page 183. To connect to the projector over a wireless network, your computer must be running Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP. Your Macintosh must be running OS X 10.2.4 or later. See page 183 for complete system requirements for projecting wirelessly. Access Point mode (infrastructure mode) is required to achieve transfer speeds up to 54MB/sec on an 802.11g network.
2. To select Config, press the Enter button on the remote control. You see the following screen: Easy connect mode Make sure Easy connect mode is selected, as shown above. If not, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight the checkbox next to Easy connect mode, then press Enter to select it. 3. Make sure the projector has a unique name, so you can identify it when connecting to it from your computer.
note The projector keyword changes each time you turn the projector off and then on again, or remove and reinsert the 802.11g card. Check the keyword on the EasyMP Network screen whenever you start EasyMP and enter that keyword on your computer. You can’t connect using a previous keyword. It is recommended that the keyword setting is changed periodically. 4. If your network card supports an SSID or ESSID name (see page 66), highlight the ESSID text box, press Enter, and enter a name.
You see a screen similar to this: Right-click and select Properties 2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon and select Properties. You see a screen similar to this: Click here 3. Click the Configure button.
4. Click the Advanced tab. You see a screen similar to this: 5. Check your wireless card’s or adapter’s device settings. (Depending on the type of card or adapter you’re using, some of the settings may be different than those listed here.) ■ Set the Network Type to 802.11 Ad Hoc. ■ Set the SSID to match the name you assigned to the projector’s ESSID. ■ Make sure Encryption is Disabled. 6. Click the General tab and make sure that your wireless card or adapter is enabled. 7.
Setting Up Your Macintosh for Ad Hoc Mode Your AirPort software is automatically configured to allow your Macintosh to detect both computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) and Access Point networks. Typically, you only need to select your projector’s ESSID from the AirPort status menu on the Macintosh menu bar. If you’re having problems detecting the projector, follow these steps: 1. From the Apple pull-down menu, select System Preferences. 2. Double-click the Network icon. You see the Network settings window. 3.
7. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the Macintosh desktop. You see the AirPort status menu: Choose the ESSID you assigned to the projector 8. Check to make sure AirPort is turned on. 9. Select your projector’s ESSID. Using Access Point Mode To use Access Point (infrastructure) mode, first adjust your projector and wireless access point or AirPort base station settings as described in this section. Configuring the Projector 1. Switch the projector to EasyMP and insert the Epson 802.
You see the following screen: Access point mode Make sure Access point mode is selected, as shown above. If not, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight the checkbox next to Access point mode, then press Enter to select it. 4. Make sure the projector has a unique name so you can identify it when connecting to it from your computer. If you need to rename it, highlight the Projector Name text box and press Enter. The text box turns yellow to indicate you are in input mode.
note The projector keyword changes each time you turn the projector off and then on again, or remove and reinsert the 802.11g card. Check the keyword on the EasyMP Network screen whenever you start EasyMP, and enter that keyword on your computer. You can’t connect using a previous keyword. note For specific details about your network, please consult your network administrator. If you don’t know your gateway or access point address, see page 76.
9. If you want to monitor the projector using HP OpenView,™ you’ll need to enter at least one trap IP address. See page 139 for details on monitoring the projector. 10. When you’re done making these settings, highlight the OK button at the top of the screen (you can either use the button on the remote control or press Esc to highlight it), then press Enter. Highlight the OK button again and press Enter to return to the main EasyMP Network Screen.
You see a screen similar to this: note On some Windows systems, you can right-click My Network Places or Network Neighborhood on the desktop and select Properties. Settings may vary, depending on your wireless network adapter. See the documentation for your adapter for more information. Right-click and select Properties 2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon and select Properties. You see a screen similar to this: Click here 3. Click the Configure button.
4. Click the Advanced tab. You see a screen like this: 5. Check your wireless card’s or adapter’s device settings. (Depending on the type of card or adapter you’re using, some of the settings may be different than those listed here.) ■ Set the Network Type to Infrastructure. ■ Set the SSID to match the name assigned to the access point (which should also be the projector’s ESSID). ■ Make sure Encryption is Disabled if you have not set up encryption on the projector. 6.
8. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon again and select Properties. You see this screen: 9. Select Internet Protocol and click the Properties button.
10. If your access point uses DHCP, select Obtain an IP address automatically. Otherwise select Use the following IP address and enter the required information: note For specific details about your network, please consult your network administrator. ■ IP address: Type in the IP address you want to assign to the computer. It must be formatted like other addresses on the network; the first two segments (XXX.
13. Verify that you’ve enabled your computer’s connection to the access point. It should be listed with the small icon next to it, indicating a connection. If it’s not listed, click Configure and type the name of your access point. 14. When you’re done making settings, click OK to close the dialog box. Now you’re ready to connect to the projector. See “Projecting Wirelessly” on page 83.
2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon and select Status. 3. Click the Support tab. The gateway’s IP address is listed as shown: Gateway address Setting Up Your Macintosh for Access Point Mode Your AirPort software is automatically configured to allow your Macintosh to detect Access Point networks. Typically, you only need to select your AirPort network name from the AirPort status menu on the Macintosh menu bar. If you’re having problems connecting to the projector, follow these steps: 1.
3. Make sure Location is set to Automatic. note If you don’t need the other network ports, disable them by deselecting their checkboxes. If more than one network port is enabled, the projector software warns you to turn off AirPort when you first connect the projector. Disregard this message. Your AirPort network and base station names may be different. To check or change your AirPort network name, start the AirPort Admin utility, select your base station, and click Configure.
10. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the Macintosh desktop. You see the AirPort status menu: 11. Check to make sure AirPort is turned on. 12. Select the name of your AirPort network. Using Wireless Security Options You can use the following security options when connecting to the projector wirelessly: WEP encryption, WPA security, or LEAP authentication. To set these security features up on your wireless network, see your documentation or get help from your network administrator.
Adding WEP Encryption When you click the Security button on the Network screen, you see this screen: note Text input for WEP encryption varies with different access points; check with your network administrator. Try ASCII first. If that doesn’t work, try Text2 and then Text3. If you want to enter a blank space, use the space character that comes before the capital letter A. If you want to enter numbers, press the Num button on the remote control.
■ For 64 bit WEP encryption with hexadecimal input, enter 10 characters, from 0 to 9 and from A to F. ■ For 128 bit WEP encryption with ASCII or text input, enter 13 alphanumeric characters. ■ For 64 bit WEP encryption with ASCII or text input, enter 5 alphanumeric characters. 6. When you’re done making settings, highlight the OK button at the top of the screen and press Enter.
Adding LEAP Authentication When you click the Security button on the Network screen, you see this screen: 1. Highlight LEAP, then press Enter. 2. Enter the user name and password that match the settings on your authentication server: ■ Highlight the User name text box and press Enter. The box turns yellow to indicate you are in input mode.
Projecting Wirelessly Once you’ve started EasyMP and set up your projector and computer in either Ad Hoc mode or Access Point mode, follow these steps to start NS Connection and project wirelessly. 1. Make sure you’ve installed your 802.11g wireless card in your projector (see page 60). 2. Windows: Select EMP NS Connection from the Start menu. Macintosh OS X: Double-click the EMP NS Connection icon in your Applications folder. 3.
You see the screen below. (If you have previously started NS Connection, this is the first screen you see.) Select projector If the connection is working properly, you see your projector listed. If you have additional Epson projectors on the network, they are also listed, along with their status.
the AirPort icon on your menu bar) to make sure AirPort is turned on and the projector’s ESSID or your AirPort network is selected. ■ Make sure you aren’t projecting one of the EasyMP configuration screens. (You should see a message that the projector is ready to connect.) If you have to exit a configuration screen, restart NS Connection. ■ Make sure the ESSID for your projector matches the SSID for your wireless card, adapter, or access point.
Use encrypted communication. 4. Once the name of your projector appears, select it and click Connect. If more than one projector is listed, you can select additional ones and connect to them at the same time. If the selected projector is already being used by another person, you can still connect to it; doing so automatically disconnects the other user. This step enhances security but decreases the data transmission speed. 5.
Using the Control Bar From the control bar, you can access these NS Connection features: Provides help for NS Connection. Lists projectors and specifies which ones are in use. Lets you access the projector’s menu system from an HTML browser window. See page 149 for more information. Lets you keep the projected image on screen, even if the image on your computer changes. Turns off the image and sound. Lets you zoom in on a part of your image. Lets you change the brightness, contrast, and color mode.
If you’re using more than one projector, you can use the Projector drop-down menu to select the projector on which you want to make any of the following changes: ■ Brightness Increase or decrease brightness. ■ Keystone Click + to narrow the top edge of the screen, or - to narrow the bottom edge (this option functions like the Sync buttons on the projector’s control panel). ■ Contrast Increase or decrease image contrast.
Connecting in IP Connect Mode You can establish a connection manually using IP Connect Mode even if your projector and computer are on a different subnet (Access Point mode only) or connecting over different routers. 1. Start NS Connection (see page 83). You see this screen: note Depending on your network, your projector and computer may connect over different routers even if they are in the same room. Try this method if you are unable to connect automatically. Click here 2. Click the Extension button.
3. Select Use IP connect mode and click OK. You see this screen: Click here 4. Click IP connection. You see this screen: Enter the IP address and click Search note You can add up to 16 projectors to the list. If you add more, NS Connection begins to delete projectors from the list, starting with the first projector added. 90 5. Enter the projector’s IP address and click Search.
The IP address appears in the Projector list and a icon displays: searching This icon indicates search is in progress This icon appears if the search fails to find the projector If the search fails to find a projector with the specified IP address, the searching icon turns into a question mark. If this happens, run EasyMP on your projector (see page 60) to check the projector’s IP address, then repeat this step. 6. Click the projector you want to connect to and click the Connect button.
Switching Between Users To connect to the projector while another person is already using it (Access Point mode only), follow these steps. 1. Start NS Connection (see page 83). You see this screen: Select projector 2. Select the projector you want to use and click Connect. You see this message: 3. Click Yes to connect.
Removing the Wireless 802.11g Card Follow these steps to remove the card from your projector. 1. If you’re running NS Connection, click Disconnect on the control bar. Click Disconnect 2. Check the card indicator light to make sure it isn’t flashing or on. Then press the eject button. The button pops out. caution Never remove the card while the card indicator light is green or when projecting wirelessly. You may damage the card or lose data. Indicator light Eject button 3. Press the eject button again.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network
1 Presenting from a Memory Card, Digital Camera, or External Drive T he projector’s EasyMP feature lets you give presentations from a memory card or a digital camera connected to the projector with a USB cable. You can play movies, display graphics, or play a scenario, a format that lets you create your own slideshow using PowerPoint files, JPG image files, and BMP graphics files. This chapter covers the following: note To create a scenario, you need a memory card and a card reader on your computer.
note If a digital camera is connected to the projector, disconnect it before inserting the memory card. The memory card is not functional when a digital camera is connected. caution Inserting a Memory Card in the Projector Follow these steps to insert the memory card in the projector: 1. If necessary, insert the card into a PC card adapter. (ATA flash cards don’t require an adapter.) 2. Insert the card (with the adapter) into the projector with the label facing up.
Creating a Slideshow on the Fly If you have a folder on your memory card containing an assortment of images, you can display them as a slideshow. Displaying the Slideshow First make sure the images are stored in a folder on the memory card. Then follow these steps: 1. Use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight the folder containing your images and press Enter. Select Play Slideshow 2. From the drop-down menu, use the pointer to select Play Slideshow and press Enter.
■ Press the appropriate side of the slide or image on the screen. pointer button to rotate a ■ To exit the slideshow at any point, press the Esc button. Press the Enter button to confirm that you want to exit. Changing Timing and Other Settings For each folder on the memory card, you can set the display timing for your slides and change several other display settings. 1. Select the folder containing the images for the slideshow settings you want to change and press Enter. 2.
■ Display order Lets you choose between displaying alphabetically by file name or by image file date. ■ Effect Lets you choose from various transitions between slides, such as Dissolve or Wipe. ■ Mode switching Lets you choose the mode to use when presenting slideshows, movies, or images, or editing a scenario on the projector. In Guide mode, a drop-down menu appears whenever you select an item and press Enter.
note Make sure your camera shows up on your desktop as a drive letter. If it does, it is probably a USB mounted device and will work with the projector software. The EasyMP software does not support TWAIN-compliant digital cameras. If your camera’s memory card is supported by the projector, you can insert it into the projector’s card slot and project your images (see “Creating a Slideshow on the Fly” on page 97). You can’t have your camera connected at the same time. 4.
2. Plug in your external hard drive. 3. Turn on the projector and the remote control, if they’re not already on. 4. Select EasyMP as the source by pressing the EasyMP button on the remote control. 5. Use the pointer button on the remote control to position the cursor on the folder where your photos or movies are stored and press Enter. 6. Select Open Folder in the drop-down menu. When the folder opens, you see another folder with your manufacturer’s name. 7.
Creating a Scenario note To create a scenario, you need a memory card and a card reader on your computer. Also make sure you’ve installed the EMP SlideMaker software (available for Windows only), as described on page 185. Depending on the type of card you have, you may also need an adapter to use it with the projector. See page 111. A scenario is a combination of images, movies, and/or audio files that you can present from a memory card.
5. When you see a message that the slideshow is complete, left mouse-click or press Enter as prompted. You see your scenario as shown below. The scenario is made up of individual cells for each of the PowerPoint slides. Scenario Cell 6. At this point, you can insert additional images or create transition effects between slides. (See “Building a Scenario from Different Files” on page 106 and “Setting Up Transitions” on page 108 for details.
Creating a Scenario from Scratch Use this method when you want to create a scenario from a selection of PowerPoint slides, graphics, or movie files. You’ll need to set up your scenario file and folder, build the scenario, set up transitions, and check the scenario. Setting Up the Scenario File and Folder 1. Double-click the EMP SlideMaker2 icon on your computer’s desktop (or click Start > Programs or All Programs > Epson Projector > EMP SlideMaker2).
2. Choose New from the File menu. You see the scenario Properties dialog box: 3. Type a name for your scenario file and folder that’s easy to remember, using up to eight capital letters and numbers. Then select from the following options: ■ The default location for the scenario file and folder is in the \Program Files\EMP SlideMaker2 folder. Click Browse to choose a new location. ■ Click Configure BGM(W) to play an audio file during the scenario. A selection screen appears letting you choose a .
note You can also use the instructions in this section to add files to an existing scenario. note Movie files included in a PowerPoint file cannot be played back on the scenario. Building a Scenario from Different Files You can build your scenario from any of the following file types, either alone or in combination with other file types: ■ PowerPoint slides, version 2000 through 2003 (file names have .PPT extension) ■ JPEG files (with .JPG extension) ■ Bitmap files (with .BMP or .
3. Drag and drop the files you want to include in your scenario from either the file window or thumbnail window into the scenario window. (You can also double-click a thumbnail to add the file to the scenario.) Scenario Cell Check a slide’s animation effects here To include a whole PowerPoint file (instead of individual slides), drag the PowerPoint icon itself into the scenario window. Dragging an entire file preserves the transitions set in PowerPoint. 4.
6. When you’re done, click the Save button or choose Save from the File menu. Then see page 111 to transfer the scenario to your memory card. Setting Up Transitions EMP SlideMaker 2 lets you set your slides to advance manually or automatically after a specified period of time. You can also choose from a variety of transition effects between slides. 1. Click the cell or cells for which you want to set up in the scenario window. To select more than one cell, hold down the Ctrl key while you click.
3. Click Cell Properties. You see this dialog box: Click to change slides manually Click to change slides automatically Select transition effects 4. Choose how you want to advance to the next cell. ■ If you want to change slides manually using the remote control, select On mouse click. ■ If you want your slides to advance automatically, set the timing in the Automatically after box. You can set any length of time between 1 and 1800 seconds (30 minutes).
Checking Your Scenario You can play your scenario before you transfer it to a memory card to make sure it looks and sounds the way you want it to. 1. Use the navigation tools in the folders window to locate the scenario file you want to review. Click the file, then click File > Open to open the scenario. 2. Click Scenario Option(s) > Scenario Preview. The Scenario Preview window displays. If the scenario is set to advance automatically (see page 109), it begins to play.
Transferring Your Scenario to a Memory Card Once your scenario is saved, you can transfer it to a memory card. You can use any of the following standard Type II cards. Most require a PC card adapter to allow insertion into the projector (check with your computer dealer to purchase a PC card adapter). ■ ■ ■ CompactFlash™ ■ Memory Stick™ ™ SmartMedia ■ Microdrive™ ATA flash (does not require a PC card adapter) Be sure to use the transfer process described below to ensure that the scenario plays properly: 1.
Once the scenario is transferred, you see this message about your scenario’s autorun setting: The autorun setting means that the scenario will start playing whenever the projector is turned on (with the memory card in the projector). 7. Do one of the following: ■ If you don’t want the scenario to run automatically, click Cancel. Skip to step 11 to remove the card and insert it in the projector. ■ If you want it to run automatically, click OK and continue with the following instructions.
9. Click the Revive box if you want your scenario to repeat continuously. Clear the checkbox if you want it to play only once. 10. When done, click OK. 11. Remove the card from your computer. See your computer’s documentation if you need instructions on removing the card. If you’re using Windows 2000 or Me, you may first need to click an icon to stop or disconnect the card. Presenting Scenarios Before you begin, insert the memory card containing the scenario into your projector, as described on page 96.
note Your files may take up more than one screen. If so, use the Page up and Page down buttons on the remote control to view all your files. 3. Use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight your scenario file and press Enter. A drop-down menu appears under the scenario. 4. Use the pointer button to select Play Scenario and press Enter. In a moment, your scenario begins playing. 5.
2. From the drop-down menu, select Edit Scenario. You see thumbnail images of the slides in your scenario: Indicates slide to be moved 3. To move a slide, select the slide you want to move and press Enter. From the drop-down menu, select Move Files. A yellow line (or “I-beam”) appears beside the slide. Use the pointer button to move the I-beam where you want to insert the slide and press Enter. The slide moves to the new position. 4. To hide a slide, highlight the slide you want to hide and press Enter.
Supported File Formats The following file types may be projected from a memory card, digital camera, external hard drive, or flash memory drive: File Type Extension Notes Scenario .sit These are scenario files created using the EMP SlideMaker 2 program that is included with the projector. Graphics .bmp Only 24-bit color files can be played. .gif Images with a resolution greater than 1024 × 768 cannot be projected. .
1 Fine-Tuning the Projector Y ou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features.
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. 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. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to scroll through the menu list.
5. After changing the settings, press the Esc button to save your changes and return to the previous menu (or press it repeatedly to exit the menu system). You can also press the Menu button to exit. Restoring the Default Settings You can use the menu system’s Reset options to restore the factorydefault settings for all the settings listed in a specific menu, or all the settings in all menus.
Adjusting the Image Quality You can use the Image menu to adjust the brightness, sharpness, color, tint, and contrast. If you’re projecting from a computer, there are additional adjustments you can make (see page 121). Adjusting the Image 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control and select the Image menu. You see the Image menu screen. 2.
sRGB: For standard sRGB computer displays (the default when projecting from a computer with analog video). ■ Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image. ■ Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. ■ Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. ■ note 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).
2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: ■ Auto Setup Leave this setting ON to automatically optimize the computer image. Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have made to the video settings. ■ If your image is distorted (compressed, stretched, partially cut off, or doesn’t completely fill the display area), the projector’s resolution setting may not match that of your computer.
Component Video: For a video player that outputs a component video signal. Progressive: Use Film/Auto for projecting film or to automatically determine the setting, choose Video for video images, or choose OFF to convert each field of interlaced signals to progressive signals. ■ Video Signal Leave this setting at Auto unless you are using a 60-Hz PAL system (select PAL60).
■ Position (in the Signal menu) If the image is slightly cut off on one or more sides, it may not be centered exactly. Select this setting and use the pointer button to center it (not available for digital RGB or RGB video images).
Adjusting the Color The projector provides several ways for you to adjust the color: ■ Color Mode button (also in the Image menu) Lets you quickly adjust the color and brightness for various environments. Use either the remote control or the Color Mode setting in the Image menu. You can save a different setting for each computer and/or video source. Select from these settings: ■ Dynamic: For projecting movies or playing video games in vivid color in a bright room.
Adjusting the Sound note You can use the Audio settings to adjust the sound volume or tone. You can also adjust the volume using the remote control. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control and select the Setting menu. 2. Choose Audio and press Enter. You see the Audio menu settings: 3. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: ■ Volume Adjusts the volume. ■ Tone Adjusts the quality of the sound.
If you create a user’s logo for the projector, you can set up the logo so it is displayed as the startup screen and/or AV/Mute screen. Unauthorized users cannot turn it off or change it. This feature is intended to discourage theft and provides a way to identify the projector should it be stolen. Enabling Password Protection To prevent unauthorized use, you can assign the projector a password. If you do, a screen will appear requesting the password whenever the projector is plugged in and turned on.
5. Press the Num button on the remote control. When it lights, the numeric keypad is activated. 6. Use the numeric keypad to enter a four digit password. (The default setting is 0000.) 7. When you see a confirmation message, reenter the password. Then press the Menu button to exit the screen. 8. Press the Num button on the remote control to deactivate the numeric keypad. 9. If you want to disable the password temporarily, select Timer and press Enter.
Starting the Projector with a Password When the password function is enabled, you see this screen when you plug in and turn on the projector: 1. Press the Num button on the remote control to activate the numeric keypad. 2. Enter the four digit password. The password screen closes, the numeric keypad is automatically deactivated, and projection begins. If the password is not correct, you see the message Wrong password. Please try again.
Creating Your Own Startup Screen You can transfer any image from your computer or video source to the projector and then use it as your startup screen. You can also use it as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal or when you press the A/V Mute button. The image can be a company logo, slogan, photograph, or any other image you want to use.
7. When the message Save image as user’s logo? appears, select Yes and press Enter. Saving the logo may take a few moments. Do not use your projector or video source while the logo is being saved. 8. When you see the message Completed, press Esc to return to the menu screen. Choosing When to Display the Image After your image is saved, it is automatically set as the startup screen. You can also save it as the screen you see when there’s no signal or when you press the A/V Mute button (see page 37). 1.
Controlling Multiple Projectors note By default, the remote control’s ID is set to zero, which allows it to control any projector. If you want to control multiple projectors simultaneously, and you don’t want to switch between them (each projector would need its own screen), you can leave the remote control’s ID set to zero. If you’re using more than one projector for your presentation, you can switch between them using a single remote control. To do this, you need to set a different ID for each projector.
Changing the Remote Control ID To change the remote control’s ID to match the projector’s ID, follow these steps: 1. Press the ID button on the remote control. You see it light. 2. Press one of the numbered buttons on the remote control to select the ID of the projector you want to operate. The ID button’s light shuts off and the new ID is registered. 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 each time you want to switch projectors. To check the remote control’s current ID, do the following: 1. Press the ID button twice.
Customizing Projector Features You can use the menu system to turn Standby Mode on or off, adjust the network settings, select the projection mode, change the language, and turn Sleep Mode on or off. Remote Monitoring Setup Options note When Standby Mode is set to Network ON, the exhaust fan continues to operate after the projector has cooled down. This is normal. These options let you set up the projector so it can be monitored and controlled from a remote computer (see page 138).
Enabling Quick Setup Options Your projector can quickly detect and set up the focus, straighten the image, and adjust the colors for the surface the image is being projected on. Follow these steps to enable these features: 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control. You see the projector’s menu screen. 2. Select the Setting menu and press Enter. Then highlight Quick Setup and press Enter. 3. Select Quick Setup Options and press Enter. 4.
note Auomatic Quick Setup works only when the projector is set to Front projection. See page 187 for more information. Automatically Running Quick Setup To automatically run quick setup whenever you turn on the projector, follow these steps: 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control. You see the projector’s menu screen. 2. Select the Setting menu and press Enter. Then select Quick Setup and press Enter. 3. Select Startup Options and press Enter. 4. Select Quick Setup and press Enter. 5.
1 Managing Projectors T he EasyManagement software for your projector lets you monitor and control your projectors from a remote computer: ■ Use EMP Monitor (available for Windows only) to see your projectors’ status, switch image sources, and control basic settings. ■ Use the mail notification function to receive e-mail alerts about possible problems. ■ Use a network management utility running SNMP, such as HP OpenView, to manage your facility’s equipment from a pre-existing system.
Connecting and Configuring the Projector on a Network note If you’re a network administrator, you can use the SNMP option to enter a trap IP address. This lets you receive trap alerts for the projectors you’re monitoring. You can also configure your wireless network to receive trap alerts. Your projector must be connected in Access Point mode. Select the SNMP button next to the Access Point mode box and enter the IP addresses of the computers to be notified of an SNMP trap.
When you finish changing an address in the network menu, press the Enter button (on the remote control) or the Auto/Enter button (on the projector). 5. When you’re done, highlight OK and press Enter. Using EMP Monitor EMP Monitor lets you use a remote computer to manage your, projectors whether connected wirelessly or over a wired network. It lets you easily turn the projectors on or off (together or individually), switch image sources, and check their status.
Registering Your Projectors Before you can monitor your projectors, follow these steps to register them: 1. Click Start > Programs or All Programs > Epson Projector > EMP Monitor or click the EMP Monitor icon in the taskbar. You see this screen: Click here 2. Click Register projector. You see this screen: Click here note If Auto detect fails to find the projector, your projector may not be connected or configured correctly for the network.
Any projectors found on the network are listed as shown below: Click here 4. Select each projector you want to add by clicking its name, then clicking the Add button. When you’re done, click Close. You see this screen with a list of all registered projectors. note To delete a projector from the list, highlight the projector name, and click Delete. 5. Click Close.
You see the status of each of your registered projectors on the main EMP Monitor screen: Monitoring Your Projectors note To monitor a projector when it’s in standby mode (plugged in but not turned on), you must select Network ON as the Standby Mode setting in the projector’s Extended menu (see page 134). The EMP Monitor screen lets you monitor your projectors using the Status, Video Source, and Error icons shown below.
The following table explains the meaning of the status icons: Status icons (green) Projecting; no problems (dark) Turned off; no problems (green) Projecting; problems detected (dark) Turned off; problems detected Network error (for example, not connected to the network or power cable disconnected). You may also see this error if Network OFF is selected in Standby Mode (see page 134).
The following table explains the meaning of the error icons. See page 167 for recommended solutions to problems.
The following table explains the functions of the control buttons: Control buttons Turns the projector on Turns the projector off Changes the video signal to the Computer/Component 1 port Changes the video signal to the Computer/Component 2 port Changes the video signal to the S-Video port Changes the video signal to the Video port Switches the display to EasyMP Using E-mail Alerts You can set up e-mail alerts to warn you of problems with the projector on either a wireless network or a wired LAN connection
3. Press the EasyMP button on the remote control to switch to EasyMP. You see the following screen: 4. Select Config in the lower right corner of the screen and press Enter on the remote control. 5. When you see the screen below, select Mail and press Enter.
You see the following screen: note 6. For Mail Notification Settings, select ON and press Enter. 7. Highlight the IP address of SMTP server box and press Enter. The box turns yellow to indicate you are in input mode. You can enter numbers between 0 and 255. However, you cannot use the following IP addresses: 255.255.255.255, 224.0.0.0, or 127.x.x.x (where x is a number between 0 and 255). To enter numbers with the remote control, press the Num button.
10. If you want to send e-mail alerts to other computers, enter addresses for those computers in the Destination address 2 and Destination address 3 boxes. 11. Select the conditions under which an e-mail alert will be sent. 12. When you’re done, highlight the OK button at the top of the screen (you can either use the pointer button on the remote control or press Esc) and press Enter. Highlight the OK button again and press Enter to return to the main EasyMP Network Screen.
Using a Browser to Monitor Projectors If your projectors are connected to a network (802.11g or 802.11b wireless or wired LAN), you can use a standard web browser to monitor and control each one. 1. Do one of the following: ■ ■ Make sure the projector is set up for your wired LAN network, as described on page 138. (Standby Mode in the Extended menu should be set to Network ON to monitor projectors in standby mode.) Make sure the Epson 802.
If you’re connected over an 802.11g wireless network, start NS Connection (see page 83) and connect to the projector you want to monitor. Then click on the control bar that appears on the screen. The projector’s web screen opens in the browser window. Menus Functions corresponding to remote control buttons 4. Select one of the menu options listed on the left, then change any settings as needed in the main part of the screen.
Using Projector Groups You can register projectors as a group if you want to provide quick and easy access to other computers. You can also export or import group information as a file to another computer. Projectors must be connected to the network in Access Point mode, and must be on the same network segment as the computer used to create the group, or the computers that import or export group information.
4. Click the Advanced button. You see this screen: note You cannot use the addresses 0.0.0.0 or 255.255.255.255. 152 Managing Projectors 5. Enter a name for the group in the Connection Group box.
6. Click Add. The IP address appears in the list of registered projectors and the searching icon appears beside it. If the projector is found, its name appears in the projector list. 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each projector you want to add to the group. 8. Click OK to save the projectors as a group. When you see a confirmation message, click Yes. note To remove a projector from the group, select it from the projector list and click Delete. 9. Click Close to close the Advanced screen. 10.
Connecting to a Projector in a Group Follow these steps to connect to a projector in a group: 1. Start NS Connection. (See page 83.) 2. Click the Extension button on the EMP NS Connection screen. You see this screen: Select these two boxes 3. Select Use IP connect mode and Use Group List.
4. From the Connection Group list, choose the group you want to connect to and click OK. 5. When you see the next screen, click IP connection. (If the upper left button on the screen says IP connect mode rather than Automatic search mode, skip this step.) You see this screen: Select the projector Then click Connect 6. Select the projector you want to connect to and click Connect.
7. If you want, repeat step 5 to connect to additional projectors. The computer’s image appears on the projector screen. note You must export all of the groups in the Connection Group list. You can’t export individual groups. Even if a projector is registered in a group, you don’t have to use the group to connect to it. If your notebook is configured for your wireless network, you can connect to a projector as described on page 46.
4. Click the Advanced button. You see this screen. note 5. Click Export to export a file for all groups in the Connection Group list. If you haven’t created any groups, the Export button will be grayed out. You must create at least one group before the Export button is active. 6. Highlight the file name (NSGroup.ini) and select Save to. 7. Choose a location on the second computer and click Save. To connect to the projector from the new computer, follow the steps beginning on page 154.
Importing a Projector Group You can also import group information as a file to another computer on the wireless network. 1. Start NS Connection. (See page 83.) 2. Then click the Extension button on the EMP NS Connection screen. You see this screen: Select these two boxes 3. Select Use IP connect mode and Use Group List. 4. Click the Advanced button. You see this screen.
5. Click Import. 6. On the next screen, select the file you want to import and click Open. The names of all of the groups in the file are added to the Connection Group list on the Advanced screen. To connect to the projector from the new computer, follow the steps beginning on page 154.
Managing Projectors
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. Y our projector needs little maintenance.
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.
2. To clean the intake vents, use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If you don’t have one, gently clean the vents with a soft brush (such as an artist’s paintbrush). 3. If the dirt is difficult to remove or a filter is broken, replace the filters as described on the next page. Contact your dealer or call Epson at (800) 873-7766 in the United States to obtain new ones. In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp and air filters: warning Let the lamp cool fully before replacing it. In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken, small glass fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid injury. 1. Turn off the projector. 2. When the Power light stops flashing, unplug the power cord. 3. Let the projector cool for at least an hour (if it has been on). The lamp is extremely hot immediately after use. 4.
8. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you don’t need to remove them). Loosen, but don’t remove these screws 9. Grasp the handles as shown and pull the lamp straight out. 10. Gently insert the new lamp. (If it doesn’t fit easily, make sure it is facing the right way.) 11. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws and replace the cover, then tighten the cover screw. (The projector won’t come on if the lamp cover is loose.) 12. Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section.
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. Select Yes and press Enter. 5. When you’re finished, press Esc or Menu to exit. Transporting the Projector The projector contains many glass and precision parts.
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.
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: ■ Problems with image ■ Problems with sound ■ Language change Follow these steps to get help: 1. Press the blue ? Help button on the projector. ? Help button on projector You see the Help Menu: 2.
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.
Status lights Light Status Description Flashing orange Rapid cooling is in progress. Although this is not an abnormal condition, projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises higher. Make sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation, and that the air filters and vents are clear. Red The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off automatically. Wait until the cooling fan stops, then unplug the power cord.
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. The life span of the lamp is about 2000 hours if the Brightness Control setting in the Setting menu is set to High (default), and 3000 hours if the Brightness Control setting is set to Low.
■ Try restarting your computer. ■ If you’ve connected a computer and one or more video sources, you may need to press one of the Source buttons on the projector or remote control to select the correct source. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button. If you’re using a PC notebook: ■ Hold down the Fn key on the keyboard and press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may have an icon such as , or it may be labelled CRT/LCD.
5. Select one of the listed Simulscan resolutions. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making the selection.) The message Not Supported is displayed. ■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu (see page 121). ■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA (1600 × 1200) and the frequency is supported by the projector (see page 191). If necessary, change your computer’s resolution setting as described below.
The image isn’t square, but keystone-shaped. ■ If the top or bottom of the image is broader, press the Sync + or Sync - button on the projector until the image is square. ■ If the projector is angled toward the screen from the left or right, the image will be broader on one side. Center the projector in front of the middle of the screen, facing the screen squarely. If this doesn’t work, press the Tracking + or Tracking - button on the projection until the image is square.
■ Adjust the Sharpness setting on the Image menu (see page 120). When you change video settings, you should be able to see the effect on the screen immediately. If you’re projecting from a computer, you may also need to adjust the tracking and sync as described in the next section. If you don’t like the new settings, you can always select Reset to return to the factory default settings. You see vertical bands or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section.
The image colors are incorrect. note Because of the different technologies used, your projected image may not exactly match the colors on your notebook or computer monitor. ■ If you’re displaying a computer image, use the Color Mode option in the projector’s Image menu to adjust the color. If you’re displaying video, adjust the Color Adjustment and Color Mode settings on the Image menu. ■ Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance. There is no sound.
Solving EasyManagement Problems You don’t see your projector in the EMP Monitor window. ■ Make sure that you’ve connected the projector to the network and configured it correctly; see page 138 or page 62. Also, make sure you’ve registered the projector with EMP Monitor; see page 139. ■ Make sure that Standby Mode in the projector’s Extended menu is set to Network ON. ■ If the computer you are using is running Windows XP or 2000, you must be logged in as the Administrator.
Solving Problems ■ If you’ve changed any settings for your projector or network, or restarted your computer, allow a minute or two for the connection to appear. If you’re using AirPort, try turning AirPort off and then on again. ■ Make sure that you’re trying to connect to the right network.
■ If you’re using Access Point mode and you’re connecting to the wrong network, you may be experiencing signal interference from another network. Try resetting your access point or base station, then restart NS Connection. ■ If you’re using AirPort, the projector’s ESSID should match the AirPort network name, not the name of the AirPort base station. To check the network name, start the AirPort Admin utility, select your base station, and click Configure. Then click Show All Settings.
You can’t edit scenario files in EMP SlideMaker after they have been transferred to the memory card. You can only edit scenarios before they are transferred. Open the scenario files saved on your hard drive, make any changes, then transfer the scenario to your memory card. You can’t transfer your slideshow to the memory card because you aren’t able to see the card’s drive letter. You must insert the memory card in your computer’s PCMCIA slot before you select Send Scenario from the Scenario Option(s) menu.
Solving Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. ■ Be sure the ON/OFF switch is in the ON position, as shown on page 19. ■ The remote control’s batteries may not be installed correctly or may be low on power. To change the batteries, see page 33. ■ Make sure your remote control’s ID is set to 0 or to the projector’s ID; see page 132.
Speak to a Support Representative To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the included Epson PrivateLine Support card. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers: ■ U.S.
A Software Installation T note You can present over a wireless network from a Macintosh running OS X, but you can only monitor the projector from a remote location using a Windows system. he EasyMP software CD-ROM includes the software you need to use the projector’s EasyMP features—for presenting over a wireless network, transferring PowerPoint presentations to a memory card, and monitoring the projector from a remote location.
Macintosh System Requirements Before you install the software, make sure your Macintosh meets the following requirements: 184 Software Installation ■ Macintosh OS X 10.2.4 or later ■ AirPort (802.11b) or AirPort Extreme (802.
Installing the Software on a Windows System Follow these steps: 1. Insert the EasyMP software CD-ROM in your computer’s CD-ROM or DVD drive. You see this screen: 2. Click Install, then follow the on-screen instructions to install your projector software. If you see a message that the Epson GDI Monitor Driver has not passed Windows Logo testing, click Continue Anyway. 3. When installation is complete, close the installation window.
Installing the Software on a Macintosh Follow these steps to install EMP NS Connection: 1. Insert the EasyMP software CD-ROM in your drive. 2. If necessary, double-click the Epson CD-ROM icon to open its window. 3. Double-click the Installer for Mac OS X icon. You see this screen: 4. Click Install, then follow the on-screen instructions to install the software. 5. When installation is complete, close the installation window.
A Projector Installation T his appendix provides guidelines on installing the projector in a permanent location, such as a theater or conference room.
You can correct the distortion using the Keystone function in the projector’s menu system (see page 123) or the keystone buttons on the projector’s control panel. If you place the projector so that the base of the lens is level with the bottom of the screen, the image should be square and you won’t have to adjust it. If you place the lens lower than the bottom of the screen, you’ll have to tilt the projector upward if you want to fill the whole screen with the image.
A Technical Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Size of LCD panels Diagonal: 0.8 inches (20.3 mm) Resolution (native format) 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.8 million colors Brightness 3000 lumens (High Brightness mode) 2200 lumens (Low Brightness mode) Contrast ratio 600:1 Image size 30 to 300 inches (0.8 to 7.6 meters) Projection distance 2.8 to 48.3 feet (0.9 to 14.
Projection Lamp note Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) Power consumption 200 W Lamp life Approx. 2000 hours (High Brightness mode) Approx. 3000 hours (Low Brightness mode) Part number V13H010L31 Remote Control Range 33 feet (10 meters) Batteries (2) Alkaline AA Dimensions Height 4.5 inches (114 mm), feet retracted Width 14.4 inches (365 mm) Depth 11.0 inches (280 mm) Weight 10.4 lb (4.
Safety United States FCC 47CFR Part 15B Class B (DoC) UL60950 Third Edition Canada ICES-003 Class B CSA C22.2 No. 60950 (cUL) 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.
Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution XGA—60 XGA—70 XGA—75 XGA—85 XGA—100 XGA—120 60 70 75 85 100 120 1024 × 1024 × 1024 × 1024 × 1024 × 1024 × 768 768 768 768 768 768 SXGA1—70 SXGA1—75 SXGA1—85 SXGA1—100 70 75 85 100 1152 × 1152 × 1152 × 1152 × 864* 864* 864* 864* SXGA2—60 SXGA2—75 SXGA2—85 60 75 85 1280 × 960* 1280 × 960* 1280 × 960* SXGA3—60 SXGA3—75 SXGA3—85 60 75 85 1280 × 1024* 1280 × 1024* 1280 × 1024* UXGA—60 UXGA—65 UXGA—70 UXGA—75 UXGA—80 UXGA—85 60 65 70 75 80 85 1600 × 1600 × 1600
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. If you are not sure of the power available, consult your dealer or power company.
■ 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.
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. ■ A strong light source shines into the IR receiver.
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. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.
FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
Warranty Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc.
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Index A A/V Mute, 37, 131, 171 About menu, 165 to 166, 171 Access Point mode, 68 to 79, 89 to 92 Access point, checking IP address of, 76 to 77 Accessories, 13, 182 Ad Hoc mode, 62 to 68 Adapter, Macintosh, 13, 48 Air filter cleaning, 162 to 163 ordering, 13 replacing, 163 to 164 AirPort, configuring for wireless, 67 to 68, 77 to 79 Anti-theft device, 13, 17 Aspect ratio, 189 ATA flash cards, 111 Audio adjusting volume, 126 connecting equipment, 57 to 58 problems, troubleshooting, 176 turning off (using A/V
Connecting projector to a computer, 46 to 48 to a digital camera, 56 to an external drive, 56 to an external monitor, 50 to audio equipment, 57 to 58 to video equipment, 51 to 55 Continuous play setting, 98, 113 Contrast setting, 121 D Declaration of Conformity, 196 Default settings, restoring, 119 Desktop adapter, Macintosh, 13, 48 DHCP, 70, 75, 78, 178 Digital camera connecting to, 56 projecting images from, 99 to 100 Direct Power On, 30 Display order setting, 99 Distance from projector to screen, 16, 18
G J Gateway address, checking, 76 Group, saving menu settings as, 122 Groups, projector connecting to, 154 to 156 creating, 151 to 153 exporting, 156 to 157 importing, 158 to 159 jpg, 116 H HDTV images, video formats, 192 Height of image, adjusting, 24 Help system, using, 168 Help, Epson, 10, 181 to 182 HP OpenView, 71, 137 I ID setting, 132 to 133 Image adjusting, 24 to 28, 120 to 125 blurry, 174 to 175 capturing and saving in projector, 130 to 131 correcting shape, 26 to 27, 36, 123, 174 fitting on s
Menus About, 165 to 166, 171 changing settings, 118 to 119 default settings, restoring, 119 Image, 120 to 123 Signal, 121 to 123 User’s Logo, 130 to 131 Microdrive, 111 Monitor, connecting external, 50 Monitoring projector EMP Monitor, 139 to 145 HP OpenView, 137 receiving e-mail alerts, 145 to 148 remote setup options, 134 web browser, 149 to 150 Mouse compatibility, 189 connecting cable for remote, 49 using remote control as, 41 Movie files, using in scenarios, 106 to 108 MPEG, 116 mpg, 116 mrk, 116 N Ne
Preset setting, 122 Pre-shared key, 81 PrivateLine Support, 11, 182 Problems color, 176 connecting wirelessly, 84 to 85, 177 to 179 image, 171 to 176 monitoring projector, 177 no signal, 21, 171 to 173 remote control, 181 scenarios, 179 to 180 sound, 176 using on-screen help, 168 Progressive format, 116 Projecting without screen, 40 to 41 Projection lamp, see Lamp Projector carrying case, 13, 166 cleaning, 162 connections, see Connecting projector disabling buttons, 131 distance from screen, 16, 189 groups,
S Safety instructions, 193 to 194 specifications, 191 Scenarios adding movie files, 106 to 108 adding sound, 105 background color, 105 cells, 103, 107 converting PowerPoint files, 102 to 103 creating, 102 to 109 default location, 105 editing on the projector, 114 to 115 exiting, 98, 114 presenting on the projector, 113 to 114 previewing, 110 problems, 179 to 180 rearranging, 107 running automatically, 112 to 113 transferring to memory card, 111 to 113 transitions, 108 to 109 Screen blank, 21 to 23 distance
T W Technical support, 10, 181 to 182 Temperature requirements, 190 status light, 169 to 170 Theatre color mode, 120, 125 Thumbnails, scenario, 106 Tone, adjusting, 126 Tracking, adjusting, 28, 175 Transitions, scenario, 108 to 109 Transporting projector, 166 Trap IP address, 71 Troubleshooting blank screen, 21 to 23, 171 to 172 cut-off image, 173 distorted image, 26 to 27 EasyManagement, 177 to 180 image and sound problems, 171 to 176 no signal, 21, 171 to 173 projector problems, 167 to 170 remote contro
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Remote Control Front/Top E-Zoom button Enlarges section of image Control panel Page Up and Down Changes slides in PowerPoint Power button Turns the projector on and off Air exhaust vent A/V buttons Control image and sound Speaker Handle Light button Illuminates remote control buttons Air filter Adjustable foot Enter and Esc Use as mouse buttons or to make menu selections Remote control receiver and Quick Setup sensor Lens cover Menu button Activates menu system On/Off switch Turns the remote con
Remote Control Front/Top E-Zoom button Enlarges section of image Control panel Page Up and Down Changes slides in PowerPoint Power button Turns the projector on and off Air exhaust vent A/V buttons Control image and sound Speaker Handle Light button Illuminates remote control buttons Air filter Adjustable foot Enter and Esc Use as mouse buttons or to make menu selections Remote control receiver and Quick Setup sensor Lens cover Menu button Activates menu system On/Off switch Turns the remote con
