Epson EMP- 500 Bedienungsanleitung

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    Important Information Please read the following important information about your projector. Important Safety Information W arning: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is switched on as the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. W arning: Never open any covers on the projector except the [...]

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    Button Function Power Turns the projector on or off. Help Displays the Help menu. Source Switches the image source in order of computer → S-video → composite video. If there is no S-video input, the switch toggles between computer and composite video. Enter Selects a menu option when the Help menu is displayed. Keystone +/- Adjusts a trapezoid [...]

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    Button Function Freeze Keeps the current computer or video image on the screen. A/V Mute Turns off the audio and video output of the projector. To turn on the audio and video output, press either the A/V mute button or Esc button again. E-Zoom Pressing the right side of the button enlarges the image, pressing the left side of the button reduces the[...]

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    ® DATA/VIDEO PROJECTOR Owner’s Manual[...]

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    All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contai[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ iii ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Contents Contents iii Introduction vii Getting the Most Out of Your Projector ................................ ix Optional Accessories ................................................................... ix About This Manual ......................................[...]

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    Contents ■ ■ ■ ■ iv 2 Using the Projector 27 Turning the Equipment On and Off ..................................... 29 Turning the Projector On and Off ............................................ 29 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image .......................... 31 Resize Button ........................................................[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ v 5 Troubleshooting 61 Problems with the Projector.................................................. 62 Problems with the Image or Sound ....................................... 64 6 Technical Specifications 67 Supported Monitor Displays ................................................. 69 Computer In connector pin assignment[...]

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    Contents ■ ■ ■ ■ vi[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ vii Intr oduction Y our compact, lightweight EPSON EMP-710/700/500 projector lets you project full-color images and video onto a large screen for presentations. You can connect it simultaneously to two image sources: one PC or Apple® Macintosh® computer image sour[...]

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    Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ viii Your projector features the newest resizing technology DAR (Digital Active Resizing) which supports VGA~UXGA (EMP- 710/700) and VGA~SXGA (EMP-500) computer output. No matter what type of computer output is used, the result is a full-size video image of outstanding clarity. The video source can be NTSC, PAL or SECAM[...]

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    Getting the Most Out of Your Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ix Getting the Most Out of Your Projector Your projector comes with a full set of features that enable you to control the settings for the image display, video and audio. To get the most out of your projector, read this section for a quick summary of the important features. Optional Acc[...]

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    Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ x About This Manual Chapter 1, “Installation”, gives step-by-step instructions on how to set up the projector and connect it to your computer, video source, or other external speaker or PA system. Read the installation procedures that apply to your configuration. Chapter 2, “Using the Projector”, describes how t[...]

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    Safety Instructions ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ xi Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: 1. Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. 2. Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat. 3. Use attachments only as recommended. 4. Use the type of power source indicated [...]

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    Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ xii 11. Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case. They provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating. Do not place the projector on a sofa, rug or other soft surface, or in a closed-in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. 12. Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slot[...]

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    Where to Get Help ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ xiii Where to Get Help If you are having trouble setting up or running your projector, first see Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting”. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact the appropriate representative listed in the section entitled “World -Wide Warranty Terms” at the end of this manual. Before you c[...]

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    Introduction ■ ■ ■ ■ xiv Transporting your projector The projector contains many glass parts and precision parts. If you need to transport it, please follow these packing guidelines to prevent damaging the projector: • When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material. If you don’t have the original packaging,[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1 1 Installation T his chapter describes how to unpack and set up your projector, and connect it to other equipment. The projector must be connected to a computer or a video source such as a video tape deck, camcorder, digital camera or laser disc player before it c[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 2 Unpacking the Projector When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these components: • Projector • Remote control • 2 AA batteries • Power cord • Computer cable • Audio/Video cable (A/V cable) • PS/2 mouse cable • USB mouse cable • Mac mouse cable (ADB mouse cable) • Owner’s manual • Softcase Dep[...]

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    Unpacking the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 3 Additional Components Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need these additional components: • To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. (One is usually provided with your video device.) A separate cable is required for each video source. • To connect the projec[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 4 Setting Up the Projector 1. Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface within five feet of the computer or video source. ♦ Caution: Do not hold the projector by the lens. This can damage the lens. 2. Place the projector at a correct distance from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the ac[...]

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    Setting Up the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 5 5. To insert the batteries in the remote control device, slide off the battery compartment cover. 6. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector. Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct. 7. Replace the battery compartment cover. When replacing batteries, take the following pr[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 6 Connecting to a Computer You can connect the projector to a computer capable of VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA output. (EMP-500 supports VGA, SVGA, XGA, and SXGA resolutions. EMP-710/700 support VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA resolutions.) To connect the computer and mouse cables (to use the wireless remote as a mousepointer), see t[...]

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    Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 7 Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer To connect the projector to your PC desktop computer, you need to: • Connect the computer cable • Connect the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio) Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect. Before beginning, turn off th[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 8 1. If you will be viewing the video on your computer monitor as well as the projector screen, disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of your computer. 2. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s Computer port. 3. Connect the other end of the computer cable to the computer’s video port. 4. [...]

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    Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 9 1. Connect the 9-pin end of the PS/2 mouse cable or, the USB mouse cable to the Mouse/Com or USB mouse port on the projector. 2. Disconnect your mouse from the mouse port on the back of your computer and replace it with the other end of the PS/2 mouse cable or USB mouse cable. (Your computer’s mo[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 10 Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer To connect the projector to your PC laptop computer, you need to: • Connect the computer cable • Connect the mouse cable (if you want to use the remote control as a mouse) • Connect the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio) Follow the steps in each section for the cables you n[...]

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    Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 11 Connecting the Mouse Cables If you want to use the remote control as a mouse, you need to connect the PS/2 mouse cable or USB mouse cable. Refer to this illustration while following the steps below. 1. Connect the 9-pin end of the PS/2 mouse cable or USB mouse cable to the Mouse/Com or USB Mouse p[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 12 ♦ Note: You may have to set the display to appear on both the laptop’s screen and the projector. Some laptops let you change this setting with the keyboard’s function keys or by using a setup utility provided by the computer manufacturer. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for instructions. Connecting the Audio Cab[...]

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    Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 13 Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh To connect the projector to your desktop Macintosh, you need to: • Connect the computer cable • Connect the mouse cable (if you want to use the remote control as a mouse) • Connect the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio) Follow the steps in ea[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 14 1. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s Computer port. 2. Remove the small cover on the Macintosh desktop adapter and set its DIP switches in accordance with the resolution you want to use (such as 16-inch mode). See your Macintosh documentation for instructions.[...]

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    Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 15 3. Connect the small terminal of the Macintosh desktop adapter to the other end of the computer cable. 4. Connect the computer cable (with the Macintosh desktop adapter attached) to the video-out port on your Macintosh. Connecting the Mouse Cables If you want to use the remote control as a mouse, [...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 16 1. Connect one end of the projector’s Mac mouse cable or USB mouse cable to the Mouse/Com or USB Mouse port on the projector 2. Disconnect your Macintosh’s mouse cable. Connect the other end of the projector’s Mac mouse cable or USB mouse cable to the mouse port on your Macintosh. Connecting the Audio Cable 1. If you will b[...]

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    Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 17 Connecting to a PowerBook Your PowerBook must have video-out capability in order to connect to the projector. To connect the projector to your PowerBook, you need to: • Connect the computer cable • Connect the mouse cable (if you want to use the remote control as a mouse) • Connect the audio[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 18 ♦ Note: Some new PowerBooks may allow you to connect the computer cable directly to the computer without using a video-out cable. See your PowerBook manual for additional information on connecting a computer cable. 1. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s Computer port. 2. Remove the small cover on the Maci[...]

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    Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 19 3. Connect the small terminal of the Macintosh desktop adapter to the other end of the computer cable. 4. Connect the computer cable (with the Macintosh desktop adapter attached) to the video-out port on the PowerBook. If a video-out cable was provided with your PowerBook, connect the smaller end [...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 20 Connecting the Mouse Cables If you want to use the remote control as a mouse, you need to connect the Mac mouse cable or USB mouse cable. Refer to this illustration while following the steps below. 1. Connect one end of the projector’s Mac mouse cable or USB mouse cable to the Mouse/Com or USB Mouse port on the projector. Mac m[...]

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    Connecting to a Computer ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 21 2. Connect the other end of the Mac mouse cable or USB mouse cable to the mouse port on the back of the PowerBook. Connecting the Audio Cable 1. If you will be using audio, connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio In jack on the projector. 2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the [...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 22 Connecting to a Video Source You can connect a VCR, a camcorder, a laser disc player, DVD player, or any other compatible video image source to your projector. The projector can receive composite video or S-Video. Your equipment has composite video if your video source has a one-pin RCA video jack. Your equipment has S-Video if y[...]

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    Connecting to a Video Source ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 23 2. If your video source uses a small, round, one-prong composite (RCA) video connector, you’ll need the RCA video cable that comes with the projector. If your video source uses a large, round, four-prong S-Video connector, you will need to purchase the appropriate cable or use the cable that[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 6. Connect the RCA audio cable to the Audio jacks of the projector: insert the white plug into the L jack and the red plug into the R jack. Connect the plug at the other end of the RCA audio cable to the audio output jack of the video source. S-Video connector S-Video cable[...]

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    Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 25 Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System Although the projector’s internal speakers are enough for most small- or medium-size rooms, you can connect the projector to an external speaker or public address (PA) system for large rooms or to gain maximum benefit. To conne[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 27 2 Using the Pr ojector T his chapter provides the following information about using your projector: • Turning the equipment on and off • Focusing and positioning the screen image • Controlling the projector with the remote control and the operation panel ?[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 28 The illustration below identifies the parts of your projector. operation panel operation indicator zoom ring focus ring front foot foot adjust lever speaker remote control receiver[...]

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    Turning the Equipment On and Off ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 29 Turning the Equipment On and Off Turn on the projector and its attached equipment in the following order. 1. Video source 2. Audio source (if different from computer or video source) 3. Projector 4. External speaker or PA system (if necessary) 5. Computer When you turn off the equipment, d[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 30 After you press the power button to turn off the projector, a confirmation message appears. If you want to turn off the projector, press the power button again. If you don’t want to turn off the projector, press any button. The fan will remain on and the operation indicator will flash orange for about one minute as the projecto[...]

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    Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 31 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image When an image appears on the screen, check that it is in focus and correctly positioned on the screen. • To focus the image, rotate the focus ring (the outer ring on the lens). • To adjust the size of the image, rotate the inner zoom r[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 32 If you need to raise or lower the image on the screen, extend or retract the two feet at the bottom of the projector as follows: 1. Stand behind the projector and support the front of it while you lift the foot adjust levers above the feet. This unlocks the feet so they can move up and down freely. Do not let the projector drop. [...]

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    Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 33 Resize Button The Resize button allows you to select the projection method for certain types of image input signals from a computer. With images up to XGA size (1024 × 768) or SVGA size (800 x 600), you can choose from two projection methods. You can either display the image in t[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 34 Controlling the Projector You can use the operation panel on top of the projector or the remote control to perform the following actions: • Turn the power on or off • Auto set-up of the computer image • Switch between input images (Computer, video-computer) • Access the projector menus to adjust the image, audio, video, a[...]

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    Controlling the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 35 Using the Remote Control To use the remote control, point it towards the remote control receivers located at the front and back of the projector. To be able to use the remote control as a cordless mouse, connect the mouse cable to the projector and your computer. You can use the remote control up[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 36 This table summarizes the functions on the remote control. Button Function Freeze Keeps the current computer or video image on the screen. A/V Mute Turns off the audio and video output of the projector. To turn on the audio and video output, press either the A/V mute button or Esc button again. E-Zoom Pressing the right side of t[...]

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    Controlling the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 37 Comp Switches to the computer image from Computer. S-Video Switches to the video image from S-Video. Video Switches to the image from Video. Auto Optimizes the computer image. Resize Switches between the Window display and Resizing display. P in P Displays a subscreen on the main display. To disp[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 38 Using the Operation Panel You can use the operation panel to control the projector instead of the remote control. However, you can program and access the custom features only using the remote control. The following table summarizes the functions on the operation panel. Button Function Power Turns the projector on or off. Help Dis[...]

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    Projector Status Indicators ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 39 Projector Status Indicators The power and lamp indicators at the top of the projector tell you its operating status. ♦ Caution: A red indicator warns you if a serious problem occurs. See Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting,” for what to do if a warning light comes on. Operation Indicator Displays[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 40 Lamp Indicator Displays lamp condition. This indicator is off when the projector is in a normal condition. Temperature Indicator Displays the internal temperature condition. This indicator is off when the projector is in a normal condition. Color Status Meaning - Off Lamp is functioning normally. Red Lit The lamp needs to be repl[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 41 3 Using the Pr ojector Men us T he eight projector menus let you to control your projector. • The Video menu controls the look and quality of the projected image, whether the image source is a computer or video. • The Audio menu controls audio features, such [...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 42 Accessing the Main Menu To display the Main menu, press the Menu button on the remote control. The Main menu appears: Press the Menu button again to hide the menu.[...]

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    Changing a Menu Setting ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 43 Changing a Menu Setting To change a menu setting: 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control to display the Main menu. 2. Press the top or bottom of the Enter button to scroll through the menu choices. 3. Press the Enter button to display a submenu. Power Freeze A/V Mute E-Zoom R/C ON OFF 3 1 5[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 44 As you select a menu, a sub menu of options appears to the right. ♦ Note: The options available in some submenus vary, depending on whether the current image source is the computer or a video source. 4. Press the top or bottom of the Enter button to scroll through the menu choices. 5. Press the right or left sides of the Enter [...]

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    Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 45 Menu Options Video Menu (Image source = Computer) The Video menu lets you make adjustments to the projected image. The following options are available when the image source is Computer. ♦ Note: The computer must be connected and operating, and the image source on the projector must be set to Computer for yo[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 46 Color Adjusts the color balance (Red:Green:Blue) of the input source. Select this item by pressing the Enter button. The projector will enter color adjustment mode. Use the Enter button to select a color. Next, use the Enter button to adjust the selected color. Increase the color setting for more intense color, or decrease the se[...]

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    Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 47 Video Menu (Image source = Video) The Video menu lets you make adjustments to the projected image. The following options are available when the image source is Video. ♦ Note: The projector’s image source must be set to Video, and the video source (such as a VCR or camcorder) must be connected and operatin[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 48 Audio Menu The Audio menu lets you make adjustments related to audio. Mode Specifies the image signal mode. User can select from Auto, NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, M-PAL, N-PAL, PAL 60, SECAM. Reset Returns all menu items to their initial factory defaults. Select this item and then press the Enter button to display the confirmation scree[...]

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    Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 49 Effect Menu Use the Effect menu to modify what happens when you use the Effects buttons on the remote control and to change the cursor speed . Setting Menu The Setting menu lets you adjust or set the various projector options. Menu item Description Cursor/Stamp Selects the stamp icon you want to use as the cu[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 50 User's Logo Menu The User’s Logo menu lets you display a custom logo on the screen. Creating a user logo requires two steps: • Storing a user logo • Assigning the logo to the A/V Mute button No-Signal Msg Specifies whether a black screen, a blue screen, or a user logo displays when the screen is blanked. Prompt Tempora[...]

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    Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 51 Storing a User Logo Follow these steps to capture and store a logo. 1. Display the image(with the projector) you wish to use as a logo. 2. Press the Menu button to open the Menu window. 3. Select the User’s Logo menu option by pressing the pointer button. Then press the Enter button to display the User’s [...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 52 Assigning the Logo to the A/V Mute Button Follow these steps to assign the logo to the A/V Mute button: 1. Press the Menu button to open the Menu window. 2. Select the Setting menu and press the Enter button. 3. Select the Blank option (A/V Mute), then highlight User Logo. 4. Press the Menu button twice. Now you can press the A/V[...]

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    Menu Options ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 53 Advanced Menu The Advanced menu enables you to set various projector options. Menu item Description Language Selects the menu language from Japanese, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese and Korean. Startup Screen Displays the user logo during the warm-up after the projector is turne[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 54 About Menu The About menu displays the following information about your projector. Image source = Computer or Component Video Image source = Video Menu item Description Lamp Displays the number of hours the current lamp has been used. The lamp light turns red when the projector lamp needs to be replaced. When this happens, replac[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 55 4 Maintenance Y our projector needs little maintenance. You should keep the lens clean because any dirt or smears appear on the screen. You also need to periodically clean the air filter. A clogged air filter can block ventilation needed to cool the projector and[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 56 Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Lightly wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. To remove dirt or smears on the lens, moisten a soft cloth with an alcohol-based cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface. Cleaning the Projector Case To clean the projector case, firs[...]

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    Cleaning the Air Filter ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 57 Cleaning the Air Filter Clean the air filter at the top of the projector after every 100 hours of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. To clean the air filter, follow these steps:[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 58 Replacing the Lamp Replace the lamp when: • The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate. • The projection lamp indicator is flashing orange . • The message “LAMP REPLACE” appears on the screen when the projector lamp comes on. ♦ Note: To keep the initial brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as s[...]

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    Replacing the Lamp ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 59 2. Remove the lamp cover after the unit is cool. It will normally take about an hour to completely cool down. Loosen a lamp cover-mounting screw with the screwdriver provided with the spare lamp, then remove. 3. Loosen two mounting screws for the lamp with the same screwdriver, and pull out the lamp usi[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 61 5 T r oub leshooting T his chapter describes the problems indicated by the warning lights and provides information on how to solve problems with the projector. It is divided into the following sections: • Problems with the projector. See this section if the pro[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 62 Problems with the Projector If you have problems with the projector, first turn it off and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this does not solve the problem, check the warning lights at the top of the projector. These lights alert you to problems with projector operation. See the following [...]

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    Problems with the Projector ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 63 ❑ The temperature indicator is red. The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off automatically. Let the projector cool for a few minutes, then turn it back on. Make sure nothing is blocking the ventilation vents. The air filter may be clogged. Clean it as described on page 57 in Cha[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ 64 Problems with the Image or Sound ❑ An image does not appear on the screen. Check that the power light is on and the lens cover is off. Also make sure the cables are installed correctly, as described in Chapter 1. The correct image source may not be selected. Press the Source button on the remote control or the Source button on [...]

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    Problems with the Image or Sound ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 65 ❑ A blank screen is displayed. The computer signal cannot be interpreted by the projector. Verify the display format (see page 69, 70). When you see a blank screen, you cannot access the projector menus. ❑ The image or parts of the image are blurred or not in focus. Adjust the Brightne[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 67 6 T echnical Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT Size of liquid crystal panels 0.9 inches (22.9 mm) Resolution 1024 (horizontal) x 768 (vertical) pixels (EMP-710/700) 800 (horizontal) x 600 (vertical) pixels (EMP-500) Projection distance 26-3[...]

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    Technical Specifications ■ ■ ■ ■ 68 Mechanical Height 7.4 inches (87 mm) Maximum dimension Width 19.8 inches (267 mm) Maximum dimension Depth 12 inches (213 mm) Maximum dimension Weight 5.8 lb (2.6 kg) Electrical Voltage 100 - 120 V AC and 200 - 240 V AC ± 10% Rated frequency 50/60 Hz Power supply 100 - 120 V AC , 1.9 A, 50/60 Hz 200 - 240[...]

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    Supported Monitor Displays ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 69 Supported Monitor Displays The projector displays images at a resolution of 1024 x 768 (EMP-710/700) or 800 x 600 (EMP-500) pixels. To display a higher resolution image, the projector compresses it to 1024 x 768 (EMP-710/700) or 800 x 600 (EMP-500). The following table lists the display formats [...]

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    Technical Specifications ■ ■ ■ ■ 70 ♦ Note: The frequencies of some computers may not allow the image to be display correctly. SXGA2-85 1280 960 85.938 85.002 148.5 A A SXGA3_43i 1280 1024 46.433 86.871 78.75 A A SXGA3_60 1280 1024 63.981 60.02 108 A A SXGA3_75 1280 1024 79.976 75.025 135 A A SXGA3_85 1280 1024 91.146 85.024 157.5 A A UXG[...]

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    Computer In connector pin assignments ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 71 Computer In connector pin assignments The Computer In connectors are female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector. The pin assignments are: Input pin Signal 1 Red analogue input 2 Green analogue input 3 Blue analogue input 4 GND 5 GND 6 Red GND 7 Green GND 8 Blue GND 9 Reserved 10[...]

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    Technical Specifications ■ ■ ■ ■ 72 DECLARATION of CONFORMITY/DICHIARAZIONE di CONFORMITÀ/KONFORMITÄUNG/DECLARACIÓN de CONFORMIDAD/DECLARATION de CONFORMITE according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014/secondo la Guida ISO/IEC 22 e EN 450014/entsprechend ISO/CEI Anleitung 22 und EN 45014/De acuerdo con ISO/IEC Guide 22 y EN 45014/selon les[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 73 Glossary Brightness. The balance of light and dark shades in an image. Composite video. A type of video signal that encodes colours, luminance and sychronization information so it can be carried in one signal. Contrast. A measure of the luminance differences betw[...]

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    Glossary ■ ■ ■ ■ 74 Serial. A type of communication interface that transmits data over a single wire.[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 75 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Inde x A Audio cable 9 Audio In jack 9 Audio Menu 48 Audio Out jack 25 B Brightness 73 C Cleaning the Air Filter 57 Color 47 Contrast 73 cooling 62 D DAR viii E Effect Menu 49 External Speaker 1, 25 F Format 69 G Glossary 73 I Image 64 Installation x M Mac mouse [...]

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    Index ■ ■ ■ ■ 76 pin assignments 71 Power cord 2 Projector ix PS/2 mouse cable 2, 8 R RCA audio cable 23 RCA video cable 23 Resolution 64, 73 RGB 73 S SECAM 73 Serial 74 Setting Menu 49 Sound 64 stereo audio cable 25 S-Video 73 S-Video cable 24 S-Video connector 24 T Technical Specifications x, 67 Tone 48 Troubleshooting x, 61 U USB mouse c[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 77 W orld-Wide W arranty T erms The EPSON Multi-Media Projector you purchased includes Epson’s World-Wide Warranty, which allows you to obtain repair service for your product outside the country where you purchased it in over 45 countries in the world. Please note that the terms stated in the warranty card which accompanie[...]

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    World-Wide Warranty Terms ■ ■ ■ ■ 78 2) This warranty service will be implemented based on the warranty term and conditions that have been established by EPSON (or its authorized servicer) in the country where service is sought. However, Epson guarantees at least these service terms: - The period of warranty is 12 months from the day of pur[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 79 <EUROPE> AUSTRIA : EPSON Support Center Austria Tech. Help Desk: 07110 900112 Web Address: http://www.epson.at CYPRUS : CTC- INFOCOM 6a. lonos Str., Engomi P. O. Box 1744 2406 Nicosia, Cyprus Tel: 00357.2.458477 Fax: 00357.2.668490 BELGIUM : EPSON Support Center BeNeLux Tech. Help Desk: 070 222082 Web Address: http:[...]

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    World-Wide Warranty Terms ■ ■ ■ ■ 80 FRANCE : EPSON France, 68 bis rue Marjolin, F-92300 Levallois, Tech. Help Desk: 01.49.61.33.95 Web Address: http://www.epson.fr IRELAND : Tech. Help Desk: 01.6799016 GERMANY : EPSON Deutschland GmbH Zülpicher Straße 6 40549 Düsseldorf Tech. Help Desk: 01805235470 Web Address: http://www.epson.de ITALY[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 81 NETHERLANDS : EPSON Support Center BeNeLux Tech. Help Desk: 043 3515752 Web Address: http://www.epson.nl ROMANIA : MB Distribution S.R. L. 162, Barbu Vacarescu Blvd. Sector 2 RO- 71422 Bucharest Tel: 0040.1.2300314 Fax: 0040.1.2300313 E-mail: office@mbd-epson.ro NORWAY : Tech. Help Desk: 800.11828 SLOVAKIA : Print Trade s[...]

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    World-Wide Warranty Terms ■ ■ ■ ■ 82 SWEDEN : Tech. Help Desk: 08 445 1258 UNITED KINGDOM : EPSON (UK) Ltd. Campus 100, Maylands Avenue Hemel Hempstead, Herts, HP2 7TJ Tech. Help Desk: 0990 133640 Web Address: http://www.epson.uk SWITZERLAND : EXCOM Service AG Moosacher Str. 6 CH-8820 Wädenswil Tel: 01.7822111 Fax: 01.7822349 Web Address: [...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 83 <NORTH, CENTRAL AMERICA & CARIBBEANI ISLANDS> CANADA : Epson Canada, Ltd. 100 Mural Street, Suite 300 Richmond Hill, Ontario CANADA L4B IJ3 Tel: 905-709-3839 Web Address: http://www.epson.com MEXICO : Epson Mexico, S.A. de C.V. AV. Sonora #150 Mexico, 06100, DF Tel: (52 5) 328-4008 Web Address: http://www.epson.[...]

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    World-Wide Warranty Terms ■ ■ ■ ■ 84 <SOUTH AMERICA> ARGENTINA : Epson Argentina S.A. Avenida Belgrano 964/970 (1192), Buenos Aires Tel: (54 11) 4346-0300 Web Address: http://www.epson.com.ar COLOMBIA : Epson Colombia Ltda. Diagonal 109, 15-49 Bogota, Colombia Tel: (57 1) 523-5000 Web Address: http://www.epson.com.co BRAZIL : Epson Do[...]

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    ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 85 <ASIA & OCEANIA> AUSTRALIA : EPSON AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED 70 Gibbes Street Chatswood NSW 2067 AUSTRALIA Tel: 1300 361 054 Web Address: http://www.epson.com.au MALAYSIA : EPSON TRADING (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. No. 21 Jalan U 1/19, Seksyen U1, Hicom-grenmarie Industrial Park, 40150 Shan Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan Tel: [...]

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    World-Wide Warranty Terms ■ ■ ■ ■ 86[...]

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    DECLARATION of CONFORMITY According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 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. Each product marketed, is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained conti[...]

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    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[...]

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    Printed in Japan 75420202 E[...]