Epson 740c manuel d'utilisation

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    Epson ® PowerLite ® 740c Multimedia Projector User’ s Guide Quebec User's Guide.book Page 1 Friday, September 3, 20 04 2:46 PM[...]

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    2 Important Safety Information WARNING : Never look into th e projector lens when the la mp 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 volta ges inside the projector can severe ly injure you. [...]

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    3 Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Unpacking the Projector[...]

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    4 Contents 2 Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Replacing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Controlling the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . .[...]

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    Contents 5 4 Fine-Tuning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Using the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Adjusting Signal Settings . . . . . [...]

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    6 Contents A Projector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 B Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Projection Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Remote Control . . [...]

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    7 - Welcome T he Epson ® PowerLite ® 740c is an easy-to-use, lightweigh t projector that offers up to 2500 lumens of brightness and weighs less than 4 pounds. You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video sources. Easy control The projector’s keystone correction feature automatically corrects image distortion, and you can use the re[...]

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    8 Welcome 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 you[...]

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    Welcome 9 ■ 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 tak e advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 ho urs a day. See page 78 for more informati[...]

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    10 Welcome Unpacking the Projector After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown below: Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or th e equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by hand, use the carrying case. See[...]

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    Welcome 11 ■ Some older PowerBooks ® and Macintosh ® desktop models may need the Macintosh desktop adapter set shown on page 37 (available from Epson; see below.) Older iMac ® systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer. Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector, Ep son provides the[...]

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    12 Welcome Quebec User's Guide.book Page 12 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM[...]

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    13 1 Displaying and Adjusting the Image W hether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipme nt, you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the screen. Follow the guidelines in this chapter f or: ■ Positioning the projector ■ Turning the projector on and selecting the image source ■ Troubleshooting display problems [...]

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    14 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Positioning the Projector If the projector isn’t already installe d 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. Tr[...]

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    Displaying and Adjusting the Image 15 Ideally, you should place the projector dire ctly in front of the center of the screen, f acing it tow ard the sc re en squarely. The base of the lens should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen. If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by extending the front adjus[...]

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    16 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Projecting the Image Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described on page 35. Then follow the instruct ions below to star t the projector and display an image. Turning On the Projector Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting the projector so it can automatically[...]

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    Displaying and Adjusting the Image 17 3. Press the red P Power button on the remote control or on top of the projector. The projector beeps once and the Power light flashes green as the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is ready for use. 4. If you’ve connected [...]

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    18 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Troubleshooting Display Problems Follow these guidelines if you’re havin g trouble displaying an image. You Can’t Project an Image If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following: ■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described beginning on page 35. ■ Make sure the[...]

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    Displaying and Adjusting the Image 19 ■ 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 ex ternal monitor port are enabled. From the Control Panel, open the Display utility. In the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings t[...]

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    20 Displaying and Adjusting the Image 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. 3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the ot[...]

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    Displaying and Adjusting the Image 21 Adjusting the Image Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments: ■ If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. See below. ■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 22. ■ If the image isn’t square, se e page 22. ■ If a computer image displays incorrectly, see page 24. If[...]

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    22 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Focusing and Zooming Your Image Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image. Turn the zoom ring on the projecto r to reduce or enlarge the image. If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen. You can also use th e E-Zoom buttons on the re[...]

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    Displaying and Adjusting the Image 23 If your image is still distorted, you can correct it using the Keystone buttons on the projector’s control panel or the projector’s Setting menu. Using Keystone Correction To adjust your image when it is wider on the top or bottom, do the following: ■ Press one of the two triangular buttons on the project[...]

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    24 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Correcting Computer Images If you’re connected to a computer and the image doesn’t look right, press the Auto button on the remote control or the Enter button on the projector. This automatically resets the projector’s tracking, sync, resolution, and position settings. If the Auto button doesn’t correct[...]

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    Displaying and Adjusting the Image 25 3. Press the P Power button again. The lamp is turned off and the Power light flashes orange for abou t 20 seconds as the projector cools down. After the projector has cooled, the projector beeps twice, the orange light stays on, and the exhaust fan shuts off. If you want to turn the projector on again, wait un[...]

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    26 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Quebec User's Guide.book Page 26 Friday, September 3, 2004 2:46 PM[...]

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    27 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 projecto r from anywhere in the room—up to 20 feet away. You can use the remote control to adjust the picture and sound (page 29) or as a pointer to highlight your p[...]

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    28 Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control Follow these tips for using the remote control: ■ Point the remote control at the front of the projector or at the screen. ■ Stand within 20 feet of the projector. ■ Avoid using the remote under bright fluorescent lamps or in direct sunlight, or the projector may not respond properly. Repla[...]

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    Using the Remote Control 29 Controlling the Picture and Sound You can use the remote control to pr eview and select your pictur e sources, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the acti on, zoom in on the picture, and adjust the volume . Switching Between Picture Sources If your projector is connected to more than one computer and/or v[...]

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    30 Using the Remote Control Turning Off the Pi cture and Sound You can use the A/V Mute button on the remote control to turn off the image and sound. This feature is useful if you want to temporarily redirect your audience’s attention. ■ To turn off the picture, press the A/V Mute button. The screen turns blue. ■ To turn the image back on, pr[...]

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    Using the Remote Control 31 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 ce nter of the zoom-in area. 2. Use the pointer button to position the crosshair. 3. Continue pressing the E-Zoom button[...]

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    32 Using the Remote Control Resizing Video images You can use the Resize button on the remote control to adjust how an image fits into the display area. For video images, press Resize to switch the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9. This lets you play certai n digital video images or movies recorded on certain DVDs in 16:9 widescreen format. For co[...]

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    Using the Remote Control 33 Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control If you’ve connected a computer to the projector with a USB cable, as described on page 38, you can use the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse. This gives you more flexibility when delivering slideshow-style presentations, since you won’t have to stand ne[...]

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    34 Using the Remote Control Highlighting Your Presentation You can display a pointer to call out important information on the screen. If you want to customize the pointer tool, you can choose from three alternative shapes. Using the Pointer Tool 1. To activate the pointer tool, press the Pointe r button on the remote control. A pointer appears on t[...]

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    35 1 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment T his chapter tells you how to connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer, and/or to video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, or video camera. Follow the instructions in this chapter on: ■ Connecting to a computer ■ Connecting video equipment ■ Playing sound through the projecto[...]

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    36 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting to a Computer You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, inc luding desktop mod els, PC notebook and notebook computers, Macintosh PowerBooks and iBooks ® , and hand-held devices. To connect to the blue Computer/ Component Video [...]

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    Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 37 3. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 16 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image. Using the Macintosh Desktop Adapter If you have an older desktop Macintosh or PowerBook, the VGA cable may not fit when you try to connect it. If so, you’ll need to use [...]

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    38 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter (using the Computer/Com ponent Vi deo port), you can use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you control your computer and click through slideshow-style presentations,[...]

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    Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 39 Connecting to Video Equipment You can connect several video source s 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 Composit[...]

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    40 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting a Composite Video Source 1. Locate an RCA-style video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from an electronics dealer). 2. Connect the cable to the yellow video ou tput connector on your player and the yellow Video connector on the projector: 3. If[...]

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    Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 41 Connecting an S-Video Source 1. Locate an S-Video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from Epson; see page 10). 2. Connect the cable to the S-Video conne ctor on your player and the S-Video connector on the projector: 3. If you want to play sound through the[...]

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    42 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Connecting a Compon ent Video Source You will need a componen t-to- VGA video cable or a component video-to-VGA adapter for this conn ection. You can order this cable (ELPKC19) from Epson; see page 11 for more information. 1. Locate a component-to-VGA video cable or adapter. 2. Connec t the cable to yo[...]

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    Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment 43 Connecting an RGB Video Source 1. Locate the VGA computer cable provided with the projector. 2. Connect the cable to the vid eo port on your player and the Computer/C omponent port on the projector. 3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 44 for instructions on connecting audio cab[...]

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    44 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment Playing Sound Through the Projector You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system. To play sound through the projector, follow these steps: 1. Locate the appropriate cable and connect it to the Audio jack on the projector. ■ If you have a computer connected to the blue Computer/ Compone[...]

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    45 1 Fine-Tuning the Projector Y ou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features. This chapter covers the following information: ■ Using the menu system ■ Adjusting the image ■ Adjusting signal settings ■ Customizing projector features ■ Using the projector security features ■ Customizing powe[...]

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    46 Fine-Tuning the Projector Using the Menu System You can use the remote control or the projector’s control panel to access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps: 1. To display the menu screen, press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector. You see a menu scre en similar to the one below: The menus are listed on the[...]

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    Fine-Tuning the Projector 47 4. After highlighting the option you want to adjust, use the pointer button to change the setting. In some cases, you may have to press the Enter button to view a sub-screen for changing the setting. ■ Press the left or right side of the pointer button to adjust a slider bar. ■ To select from two or more settings, u[...]

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    48 Fine-Tuning the Projector Adjusting the Image You can use the Image menu to adjust the brightness, sharpness, color, tint, and contrast. 1. Press the Menu button on the projecto r or remote control and select the Image menu. You see the Image menu screen. 2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: ■ Co[...]

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    Fine-Tuning the Projector 49 ■ Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image. ■ Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. ■ Color Intensity (video only) Adjusts the color depth of the image. ■ Tint (video only) Adjusts the balance of green to magenta in the image (available only for component video or NTSC signals). ?[...]

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    50 Fine-Tuning the Projector 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. ■ Tracking Adjust this value to eliminate vertical stripes in the imag[...]

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    Fine-Tuning the Projector 51 Customizing Projector Features You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector, adjust audio volume, and customize several other features. ■ Keystone Squares up the shape of the image after the projector has been tilted upward. If you notice line s or edges looking jagged after adjusting the shape, [...]

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    52 Fine-Tuning the Projector ■ Volume Raises or lowers the volume of the projector’s speaker. ■ EasyMP Audio Ou t The PowerLite 740c does not support EasyMP. Using the Projector Security Features To prevent unauthorized use of the projector, you can do the following: ■ Assign a password; this can be di sabled for a set period if you want to[...]

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    Fine-Tuning the Projector 53 The default setting for the Password Protect function is OFF . Follow these steps to turn password protection on: 1. Press the Freeze button on the remote control for about five seconds. You see this screen: 2. Use the pointer button to set Power ON Protect to ON . Then press Enter . 3. Press Esc. 4. Select Password and[...]

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    54 Fine-Tuning the Projector The countdown for the elapsed time begins as soon as you close the Password Protect menu. (You can check the elapsed tim e in this menu next to Tim e elapsed .) 10. To enable your screen l ogo, select User’s Logo Protect and press Enter . Select ON and press Ent er . When this feature is on, th e logo appears whenever[...]

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    Fine-Tuning the Projector 55 When you see the Password Protec t Release screen again, you can try to enter the correct password. If you enter an incorrect password 30 times in succession, the projector remains locked and you must contact Epson to unlock it. If you have forgotten the password, contact Epson with the request code number that appears [...]

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    56 Fine-Tuning the Projector 3. When you see a message asking whet her you accept the present image as the user’s logo, select Yes and press Enter . A selection box displays over the image. 4. Use the pointer button to select the area of the image you want to use. Then press Enter . 5. When you see the mes sage Selec t this Image? , highlight Yes[...]

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    Fine-Tuning the Projector 57 Disabling the Projector’s Buttons When you enable the Operation Lock function, you can lock all the projector’s butt ons except the Power button. 1. Press the Menu button, highlight the Setting menu, and press Enter . 2. Select Operation Lock and press the Ente r button. 3. Select ON and press Enter . 4. Select Yes [...]

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    58 Fine-Tuning the Projector ■ Projection Select Front (to project from the front of a screen and right side up), Front/Ceiling (when the projector is mounted upside-down from the ceiling), Rear (to project from behind onto a transparent screen), or Rear/Ceiling (to project from behind onto a transparent screen when the projector is mounted upsid[...]

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    59 1 Maintaining the Projector Y our projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do is keep the lens clean and periodically clean the air filters at the side and bottom of the projector. A clogged air filter can block ventilation needed to cool the projector. The only parts you should replace ar e the lamp and air filter. If any other part [...]

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    60 Maintaining the Projector Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whene ver you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. To remove dirt or smea rs on the lens, use le ns-cleaning tissue. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens. Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean[...]

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    Maintaining the Projector 61 Cleaning the Air Filters and Vents Clean the air filters and air intake ve nts after every 10 0 hours of use. If they are not cleaned periodically, th ey can bec ome clogged with dust , preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the projector. Wait[...]

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    62 Maintaining the Projector Replacing the Lamp and Air Filter The life span of the projection lamp is about 2000 hours if Brightness Control in the Setting menu is set to High (default), and 3000 hours if Brightness Control is set to Low . It is time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate. ■ The me[...]

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    Maintaining the Projector 63 4. Turn the projector over. Press in on the tabs and lift up the lamp cover. 5. Loosen the two screws holding th e lamp in place (you don’t need to remove them). 6. Hold the lamp as shown and pull it straight out. 7. Gently insert the new lamp. (If it doesn’t fit easily, make sure it is facing the right way.) Loosen[...]

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    64 Maintaining the Projector 8. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws. 9. Slide the air filter out and remove it. 10. Slide in the new air filter until it clicks in place. 11. Insert the two cover tabs, then press down on the cover until it snaps into place. 12. Reset the lamp timer as described in the next sec tion. Quebec User'[...]

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    Maintaining the Projector 65 Resetting the Lamp Timer After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the projector’s menus. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector’s control panel. You see the main menu. 2. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to high[...]

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    66 Maintaining the Projector Transporting the Projector The projector contains many glass and precision parts. Follow these guidelines to prevent damage: ■ When shipping the projector for repairs, use the origin al packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning aro[...]

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    67 1 Solving Problems T his chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself. The following information is included: ■ Using the projector’s on-screen help system ■ What to do when the projec tor’s status lights flash ■ Solving projector operation [...]

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    68 Solving Problems Using On-Screen Help If the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can get help by pressing the blue ? Help button on top of the projector or on the remote control. The following choices are available: ■ ”No Signal.” or no image appears on the screen ■ Problems with sound ■ Language change Follow[...]

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    Solving Problems 69 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 thi s doesn’t solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector. What To Do When the Ligh[...]

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    70 Solving Problems Flashing red There is a problem with the fa n or temperature sensor. Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable , and contact Epson as describ ed on page 78. Flashing orange Rapid cooling is in progress. Although this is not an abnorm al condition, projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises higher. Mak[...]

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    Solving Problems 71 Viewing Lamp Usage and Other In formation 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 high light the Info menu. You see the lamp usage hours and various input signal settings on the right. The life span of the lamp is [...]

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    72 Solving Problems Solving Problems with the Image or Sound No image appears on the screen. ■ Check that the Po wer light is green, not flashing, and the lens cap is off. ■ The projector may be in standby or sleep mode. If the Power light is orange, press the P Power button to turn the projector on. ■ If the power was switched off and then o[...]

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    Solving Problems 73 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 CR T/LC D . Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it. Check your notebook’s manual or on line help for [...]

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    74 Solving Problems The message Not Supporte d is displayed. ■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu (see page 4 9). ■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA (1600 × 1200) and the frequency is supported by the project or (see page 85). If necessary, chan ge your computer’s resolution setting [...]

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    Solving Problems 75 The image isn’t square, but keystone-shaped. ■ If the top or bottom of the image is broader, press the or 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 scre e[...]

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    76 Solving Problems You see vertical bands or the i mage still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section. ■ If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail, you may notice vertical bands or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. Press the Auto button on the remote [...]

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    Solving Problems 77 ■ Try adjusting the Brightness and Contrast settings on the Image menu. ■ Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance. ■ The projector’s lamp may need to be replaced. See page 62 for instructions. There is no sound, or the sound is not loud enough. ■ Press the button on the project or or remote co[...]

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    78 Solving Problems Solving Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. ■ The remote control’s batteries may not be installed correctly or may be low on power. To change the batteries, see p age 28. ■ M a k e s u r e y o u a r e w i t h i n a b o u t 2 0 f e e t ( 6 m e t e r s ) o f t h e p r [...]

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    Solving Problems 79 Telephone Support Services To use the Epson PrivateLine Support ser vice, call (800) 637- 7661 and enter the PIN on the Epson PrivateLine Su pport card included in your Start Here kit. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM , Pacific Time, Monday thro[...]

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    81 A Projector Installation T his appendix provides guidelines on installing the projector in a permanent location, such as a theater or conference room. The projector can be installed for fo ur different viewing setups: front projection, ceiling mounting, rear pr ojection onto a semi-transparent screen, or rear/ceiling projection, as shown: To pro[...]

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    82 Projector Installation If you’re mounting the projector on the ceiling and you place it above screen level, you’ll have to tilt the projector down to position the image on the screen. This causes the image to lose its square shape. You can correct the distortion usi ng the Keystone function in the projector’s menu system (see page 51). If [...]

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    83 A Technical Specifications General Type of display Epson poly-silicon TFT active matrix Resolution (native format) 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.8 million colors Brightness 2500 lumens (High Brightness mode) 2000 lumens (Low Brightness mode) Contrast ratio 400:1 Image size 30 to 300 inches Projection distance 3 .2 to 39.[...]

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    84 Technical Specifications Projection Lamp Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) Power consumption 170 W Lamp life Approx. 2000 hours (High Brightness mode) Approx. 3000 hours (Low Brightness mode) Part number V13H010L32 Remote Control Range 20 feet (6 meters) Batteries (2) Alkaline AAA Dimensions Height 2.7 inches (70 mm), feet retracted Width 10.9 in[...]

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    Technical Specifications 85 Safety United States FCC 47CFR Part 15B Class B (DoC) UL60950 Third Edition Canada ICES-003 Class B CSA C22.2 No. 60950 CE Marking Directive 73/23/EEC Directive 89/336/EEC IEC 60950 Third Edition EN 55022, EN 55024 Pixelworks ™ DNX ™ ICs are used in this projector. Compatible Video Formats The projector supports NTSC[...]

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    86 Technical Specifications * The image is resized using Epson’s SizeWise ™ Technology. XGA—60 XGA—70 XGA—75 XGA—85 60 70 75 85 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 SXGA1—70 SXGA1—75 SXGA1—85 70 75 85 1152 × 864 * 1152 × 864 * 1152 × 864 * SXGA2—60 SXGA2—75 SXGA2—85 SXGA+60 SXGA+75 SXGA+85 60 75 85 60 75 85 128[...]

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    87 A Notices T his appendix includes safety instru ctions and other important info rmation 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 sourc[...]

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    88 Notices ■ 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 expo se you to dangerous voltages and ot[...]

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    Notices 89 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 follow ing conditions: ■ There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR receiver on the pro[...]

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    90 Notices Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15, Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; an d/or CPU Boards and Power Suppli es used with Class B Personal Computers We: Epson America, Inc. Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Telephone: (562) 290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility tha[...]

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    Notices 91 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and fo und 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 protecti on against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, an[...]

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    92 Notices Warranty Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson” ) warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Epson product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purcha sed new and operated in the United States or Canada, co[...]

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    Notices 93 THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOV E ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDIN G, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABI LITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTI[...]

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    Index 95 Index A A/V Mute, 30, 56, 72 Accessories, 11, 79 Adapter audio, 10, 44 Macintosh, 11, 37 Air filter cleaning, 61 ordering, 11 replaci ng, 62 to 64 Anti-theft device, 11, 15 Aspect ratio, 83 Audio adapter, 10, 44 controlling volume, 31 problems, troubleshooting, 77 turning off (using A/V Mute), 30 Auto button, 24 Auto Setup setting, 50 B Ba[...]

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    96 Index F FCC compliance statement, 91 Filter, see Air filter Focusing image, 22 Freeze button, 30 H HDTV images, video formats, 86 Height of image, adjusting, 21 Help system, using, 68 Help, Epson, 8, 78 to 79 I Image adjusting, 21 to 24, 48 to 49 blurry, 75 capturing and saving in projector, 55 to 56 correcting shape, 22 to 23, 51, 75 fitting on[...]

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    Index 97 O Operation Lock setting, 57 Optical aspect ratio, 83 Options for projector, 11 P Password protection, 52 to 55 request code, 54 Picture source, selecting, 17, 29, 40 to 43 Picture, see Image Pointer tool, using, 34 Positioning image, 21 projector, 14 to 15, 81 to 82 Power button, 17 specif ication s, 84 status lig ht, 17, 69 to 70 Present[...]

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    98 Index S Safety instructions, 87 to 88 specif ication s, 85 Screen blank, 18 to 20 distance from projector, 14 ordering, 11 startup screen, creating, 55 to 56 Screen image, See Image Security Kensington lock, 11 password protection, 52 to 55 Sharpness setting, 49 Signal menu, 49 to 50 Sleep mode, 24 Sound troubleshooting, 77 Source selecting, 17,[...]

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