Epson EB-S18 manual

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    User’s Guide[...]

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    Notations Used in This Guide • Safety indications The documentation and th e projector u se graphical sy mbols to show how to use the projector safely. Please understand and respect these caution symbols in order to avoid injury to persons or property. Warning This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly resu lt in personal [...]

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    Notations Used in This G u i d e ........................ 2 Introduction P r o j e c t o r F e a t u r e s .......................................... 7 Q u i c k a n d E a s y S e t u p , P r o j e c t i o n , a n d S t o r a g e .......................... 7 C o n n e c t i n g w i t h a U S B c a b l e a n d p r o j e c t i n g ( U S B D i s p l a[...]

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    Useful Functions P r o j e c t i o n F u n c t i o n s ......... .............................. 4 8 P r o j e c t i n g W i t h o u t a C o m p u t e r ( P C F r e e ) ............................. 4 8 S p e c i f i c a t i o n s f o r f i l e s t h a t c a n b e p r o j e c t e d u s i n g P C F r e e ............... 4 8 P C F r e e e x a m p l e [...]

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    P r o j e c t i o n s t o p s a u t o m a t i c a l l y ............... ............ ........ 9 7 T h e m e s s a g e N o t s u p p o r t e d i s d i s p l a y e d ........................... 9 7 T h e m e s s a g e N o S i g n a l i s d i s p l a y e d ............................... 9 8 I m a g e s a r e f u z z y , o u t o f f o c u s , o r d i [...]

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    Introduction This chapter explains the projector's features and the part names.[...]

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    Quick and Easy Set up, Projection, and Storage • Turn the projector on and off by simply plugging in or unplugging. • Project onto large screens from a short distance. • Make easy height adjustment s with one lever. • N o c o o l d o w n d e l a y m a k e s i t e a s y t o p u t a w a y . Connecting with a USB cable and projecting (USB Disp[...]

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    Connect a USB storage device and project movies or images (PC Free) You can connect USB storage devices or digital cameras to the projector and project saved images. A wide range of file formats are supported such as movies or images. s "Projecting Without a Computer (PC Free)" p.48 Various functions for excellent power saving • Various[...]

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    • Wirelessly projecting your computer's screen You can project your computer's screen over a network by using EasyMP Network Projection. You can download EasyMP Network Projection from the following Web site. http://www.epson.com • Using Quick Wireless Connection to make automatic network settings for your computer (Windows only) By s[...]

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    All of the features in this guide are e x p l a i n e d u s i n g i l l u s t r a t i o n s o f E B - X 2 4 unless otherwise mentioned. Front/Top Name Function A Air exhaust ven t Exhaust vent for air used to cool the projector internally. Caution While projecting, do not put your face or hands near the air exhaust vent, and do not place objects th[...]

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    Name Function O Lamp C over Fix ing Sc rew Screw to fix the lamp cover in place. Rear Name Function A Pow er in le t Connects the power cord to the projector. s "From Installation to Projection" p.30 B USB-A port • Connects a USB memory device or a digital camera and projects movies or images using PC Free. s "Projecting Without a [...]

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    Name Function D USB -B port • Connects the projector to a computer using a USB cable, and projects the images on the computer. s "Projecting with USB Display" p. 32 • Connects the projector to a computer using a USB cable to use the Wireless Mouse function. s "Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)[...]

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    Name Function C Re ar fe et When setup on a surface such as a desk, turn to extend and retract to adjust the horizontal tilt. s "Adjusting the Horizontal Tilt" p.41 D Fron t adju st able fo ot When setup on a surface such as a desk, extend the foot to adjust the position of the image. s "Adjusting the Image Position" p.41 Contro[...]

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    Name Function D [Help] button Displays and closes the Help screen which shows you how to deal with problems if they occur. s "Using the Help" p.90 E [Esc ] but to n • Stops the current function. • If pressed when the Configuration menu is displayed , it moves to the previous menu level. s "Using the Configuration Menu" p.72 [...]

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    Name Func tion A Power button [ t ] Turns the projector power on or off. s "From Installation to Projection" p.30 B [Computer ] but ton Changes to images from the Compute r port. C [V ideo] button Each time the button is pressed, the image cycles through the Video, S-Video, and HDMI ports. D Numeric butto ns Enter th e Password. s "S[...]

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    Name Func tion O [Help] button Displays and closes the Help screen which shows you how to deal with problems if they occur. s "Using the Help" p.90 P [Fr eeze] but ton Images are paused or unpaused. s "Freezing the Image (Freeze)" p.54 Q [V ol ume] buttons [ a ][ b ] [ a ] Decreases the volume. [ b ] Increases the volume. s &quo[...]

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    Replacing the remote control batteries If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it does not operate after it has been used for some time, it probably means that the batteries are becoming flat. When this happens, replace them with new batteries. Have two AA size manganese or alkaline batteries ready. You cannot use other ba[...]

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    Remote control operatin g range Part Names and Functions 18[...]

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    Preparing the Projector This chapter explains how to install the projector and connect projection sources.[...]

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    Installation Methods The projector supports the following four different projection methods. Install the projector according to the co nditions of the installation location. • Project images from in front of the screen. (Front projection) • Project images from behind a translucent screen. (Rear projec‐ tion) • Suspend the projector from the[...]

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    • Install the projector so that it is parallel to the screen. If the projector is installed at an angle to the screen, keystone distortion occurs in the projected image. • Place the projector on a level surface. If the projector is tilted the projected image is also tilted. a • See the following if you cannot install the projector parallel to[...]

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    4:3 Screen Size For EB-X24 50” 80” 100” 150” For EB-X18 For EB-S18 Installing the Projector 22[...]

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    Illustrations in this section are of EB-X24 . The port name , location, and connector orientation differ depending on the sour ce being connected. Connecting a Computer To project images from a computer, connect th e computer using one of the following methods. A When using the suppli ed computer cable Connect the computer's display output por[...]

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    Connecting Image Sources To project images from DVD players or VHS video and so on, connect to the projector using one of the following methods. A When using a commercially available video or S-video cable Connect the video output port on the image source to the projec tor's Video port. Or, connect the S-video output port on the ima ge source [...]

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    Attention • Turn off the equipment you want to connect before connecting to the projector. If the input source is on when you connect it to the projector, it could cause a malfunction. • If the orientation or shape of the plug differs, do not try to force it in . The device could be damaged or coul d malfunction. a • If the source you want to[...]

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    Attention • I f y o u u s e a U S B h u b , t h e c o n n e c t i o n m a y n o t o p e r a t e c o r r e c t l y . D e vices such as digital cameras and USB devices should be conne cted to the projector directly. • When connecting and using a USB-compatib le hard disk, make su re you connect the AC adaptor supplied with the hard disk. • Conn[...]

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    Installing the Wireless LAN Unit By installing the supplied or optional wireless LAN unit, you can projec t a computer screen over a network. Connect the wireless LAN unit to the projector's USB-A port. a • When connecting to the network using wireless LAN, make sure you make network settings from the Configuration menu. s "Wireless LAN[...]

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    a Turn on the projector, and then press the [LAN] b utton on th e remote control. The LAN standby screen is displayed. b Check that the SSID and IP address information are displa yed on the LAN standby screen, and then remove the Wireless LAN unit. c Connect the Quick Wireless Connection USB Key to the USB-A port. d When the message "Network i[...]

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    Basic Usage This chapter ex plains how to project and adjust images.[...]

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    From Installation to Projection This section explains the procedure for connecting the projector to a computer with the computer cable and projecting images. Attention Make sure you connect the cable from the source to the projector first, and then connect the power cord to the projector. a Connect the projecto r to the computer with the comput er [...]

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    Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image (Source Search) Press the [Source Search] button to project images from the port currently receiving an image. Using the remote c ontr ol Using the c ontrol panel LAN When two or more image sources are connected, press the [Source Search] button until the target image is projected. W[...]

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    Switching to the Target Image by Remote Control You can change directly to the target image by pressing the following buttons on the remote control. Rem ote co ntro l A Switches to images from the Computer port. B Each time the button is pressed, it cycles through the images being input from the following sources. • S-Video port • Video port ?[...]

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    CP U Mobile Pentium III 1.2 GHz or faster Recommended: Pentium M 1.6 GHz or faster Amo un t of Mem ory 256 M B or m ore Recommended: 512 MB or more Har d Disk Spac e 20 MB or more Dis pla y Resolution of no less than 640x480 and no higher than 1600x1200. Display color in 16-bit color or greater * 1 Service Pack 4 only * 2 E x c e p t f o r S e r v [...]

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    c Computer images are projected. It may take a while before computer images are projected. Until computer images are projected, leave the equipment as it is and do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the power to the projector. d Disconnect the USB cable when you finish projection. When disconnecting the USB cable, there is no need to use Safe[...]

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    Uninstalling For Windows 2000 a Click Start , s e l e c t Settings , a n d t h e n c l i c k Control Panel . b Double-click Add/Remove Programs . c Click Change or Remove Progr ams . d Select Ep son USB Display and click Change/Remove . For Windo ws XP a Click Start , a n d t h e n c l i c k Control Panel . b Double-click Add or Remove Programs . c[...]

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    Correcting Keystone Distortion You can correct keystone distortion using one of the following methods. • Correcting automatically (Auto V-Keystone) Automatically corrects vertical keystone distortion. • Correcting manu ally (H-Keystone Adjuster) Manually corrects horizontal keystone distortion using the horizon tal keystone adjuster. • Correc[...]

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    Correcting automatically Auto V-Keystone When the projector detects any movement, for example when it is installed, moved, or tilted, it automatically corre cts vertical keystone distortion. This function is called Auto V-Keystone. When the projector is moved, it disp la ys a screen for adjustment and then automatically corrects the projecte d imag[...]

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    H/V-Keystone Manually correct distortion in the horizontal and vertical direc tions independently. a Press the [ w ] o r [ v ] button on the control panel during projection t o display th e Keystone screen. b Press the following buttons to correct keystone distortion. Press the [ w ] o r [ v ] button to correct vertical distortion. Press the [ a ]/[...]

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    b Select Ke ystone from Settings . c Select Quick Corner , a n d t h e n p r e s s t h e [ ] button. d Using the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons on the remote control, or the [ w ], [ v ], [ a ], and [ b ] buttons (or the [Wide]/[Tele] buttons) on the con trol panel, se lect the corner to correct, and then press the [ ] b u t t o n . e Using the [ ][...]

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    f Repeat procedures 4 and 5 as needed to adjust any remaining corners. g When you are done, press the [Esc] button to exit the correction menu. Because Keystone was changed to Quick Corner , t h e c o r n e r selection screen shown in step 4 is displaye d the next time you press the [ w ] o r [ v ] button on the control panel. Chang e Keystone to H[...]

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    Adjusting the Image Position Press the foot adju st lever to extend the front ad justable foot. You can adjust the position of the image by tilting the projector up to 12 degrees. a The larger the angle of tilt, the harder it becomes to focus. Install the projector so that it only needs to be tilted at a small angle. Adjusting the Horizontal Tilt E[...]

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    Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume using one of the following methods. • Press the [Volume] button on the control panel or the remote control to adjust the volume. [ a ] Decreases the volume. [ b ] I n c r e a s e s t h e v o l u m e . Using the remote c ontrol Usi ng the control pa nel (EB-X24/EB-W18/EB-X18 only) • Adjust the volum[...]

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    Each time you press the [Color Mode] button, the Color Mode name is displayed on the screen and the Color Mode changes. Rem ote co ntro l a You can set Color Mode from the Configuration menu. s Image - Color Mode p.75 Setting Auto Iris By automatically setting the luminance according to the brightness of the displayed image, it lets you enjoy deep [...]

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    Available aspect modes vary depending on the image signal currently being projected. Changing methods Each time you press the [Aspect] button on the remote control, the aspect mode name is displayed on the screen and th e aspect ratio changes. Re m o t e c on tro l a You can set the aspect ratio from the Configuration menu. s Signal - Aspect p.75 C[...]

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    A 4:3 B 16:9 Projecting images from the HDMI port (for EB-X24/EB-X18/EB-S18) E a c h t i m e t h e A s p e c t b u t t o n i s p r e s s e d , t h e a s p e c t m o d e c h a n g e s i n t h e order Auto , 4:3 , a n d 16: 9 . Example: 1080p signal input (resolut ion: 1920x1080, aspect ratio: 16:9) A Auto B 4:3 C 16:9 Projecting images from a comput[...]

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    For EB-X24/EB-X18/E B-S18 Aspect Mode Input S igna l XGA 1024X768( 4:3) WXGA 1280X800( 16:10) Normal 4:3 16:9 a If parts of the image are missing, set the Resolution setting to Wide or Normal from the Configuration menu, according to the size of the computer panel. s Signal - Resolution p.75 Adjusting Projected Images 46[...]

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    Useful Functions This chapter explains useful tips for giving presentations, and the Security functions.[...]

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    Projecting Without a Computer (PC Free) By connecting a USB storage device such as a USB flash drives or a USB hard disk to the projector, you can project the files stored on the device without using a computer. This function is called PC Free. a • You may not be able to use USB storage devices that incorporate security functions. • You cannot [...]

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    PC Free operating methods Although the following steps are explained base d on the remote control, you can perform th e same operations from the control panel. Starting PC Free a Change the source to USB. s "Switching to the Target Image by Remote Control" p.32 b C o n n e c t t h e U S B s t o r a g e d e v i c e t o t h e p r o j e c t [...]

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    Projecting images a Press the [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] buttons to select the file or fo lder you want to project. a If not all of the files and folders are displayed on the curr ent screen, press the [ ] ] button on the remote control, or position the cursor on Next Page at the bottom of the scree n and press the [ ] button. To return to the previous [...]

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    Projecting the selected images or movies Attention Do not disconnect the USB storage device while it is being acce ssed. PC Free may not operate correctly. a Start PC Free. The file list screen is displayed. s "Starting PC Free" p.4 9 b Press the [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] buttons to sel ect the file you want to project. c Press the [ ] b u t [...]

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    Projecting image files in a fo lder in sequence (Slideshow) You can project the im age files in a folder in sequence, one at a time. This function is called Slideshow. Us e t h e f o l l o w i n g p r o c e d u r e t o r u n Slideshow. a To change files automatically when you run Slideshow, set Screen Switching Time from Opt ion to anything other t[...]

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    Image file display settings and Slideshow operation settings You can set the file display order and Slideshow operations on the Option screen. a Select Option at the bottom of the file list s creen, and then pres s the [ ] b u t t o n . b W h e n t h e f o l l o w i n g O p t i o n s c r e e n i s d i s p l a y e d , s e t e a c h o f t h e items. [...]

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    Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute) You can use this when you want to fo cus the audience's attention on what you are saying, or if you do not want to show details such as when you are changing between files during presentations from a computer. Each time you press the [A/V Mute] button or open/close the lens cover, A/V Mute turn[...]

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    Each time you press the [Freeze] button, Freeze turns on or off. Re m o t e c on tro l a • Audio does not stop. • When projecting moving images, the images continue to be played back while the screen is frozen. It is not possible to resume projection from the point where the screen was frozen. • If the [Freeze] button is pressed while the Con[...]

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    Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) This is useful when you want to expand images to see them in greater detail, such as graphs and tables. a Start E-Zoom. Press the [ z ] button to display the Cross ( ). Re m o t e c on t ro l b Move the Cross ( ) to the area of the image that yo u want to enlarge. Re m o te c o nt ro l When any pair of adjacent [...]

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    U s i n g t h e R e m o t e C o n t r o l t o O p e r a t e t h e M o u s e Pointer (Wireless Mouse) You can control the computer's mouse pointer from the projector's remote control. This function is called Wireless Mouse. The following oper ating systems are compatible with Wireless Mouse. Wi ndows Ma c OS OS Windows 2000 Windows XP Wind[...]

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    a • When any pair of adjacent [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] buttons are pressed at the same time, the pointer can be moved diagonally. • If the mouse button settings are set to reverse on the computer, the operation of the remote control buttons will also be reversed. • The Wireless Mouse function does not work under the following conditions. - When [...]

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    d M o v e t h e b o x t o s e l e c t t h e p a r t o f t h e i m a g e t o u s e a s t h e U s e r ' s Logo. You can perform the same operat io ns from the projector's control panel. Re m o t e c on t ro l a You can save at 400x300 dots in size . e When you press the [ ] button and the mess age "Select this image?" is displayed[...]

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    The projector has the following enhanced security functions. • Password Protect You can limit who can use the projector. • Control Panel Lock You can prevent people changing th e settings on the projector without permission. s "Restricting Operation (Control Panel Lock)" p.62 • Anti-Theft Lock The projector is equipped with the foll[...]

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    a • If Password Protect is already activated, you must enter the password. If the password is entered correctly, the Password Protect setting menu is displayed. s "Entering the Password" p.61 • When the password is set, stick the password protect sticker in a visible position on the projector as a further theft deterrent. s Password P[...]

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    When you enter the correct passwor d, Password Protect is temporarily released. Attention • If an incorrect password is entered three times in succession, the message "The projector's operation will be lock ed." is displayed for approximately five minutes, and then the projector switches to standby mode. If this happens, disconnect[...]

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    c Select either Full Lock or Partial Lock according to your purpose. d Select Ye s when the confirmation message is displayed. The control panel buttons are locked according to the setting you chose. a You can release the control panel lock by one of the following two methods. • Select Off from Control Panel Lock . s Settings - Control Panel Lock[...]

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    Security Functions 64[...]

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    Changing Settings Using a Web Browser (Web Control) By using a Web browser of a computer connected to the projector on a network, you can make settings and control the projecto r. This functi on allows you to perform setup and contro l operations remotely. In addition, s i n c e y o u c a n u s e t h e c o m p u t e r ' s k e y b o a rd, enter[...]

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    a • Enter the user ID even if a password has not been set. You c a n n o t c h a n g e t h e u s e r I D . • You can change the password in Network menu from the Configuration menu. s Network - Basic - Web Control Password p.81 Displaying the Web Remote screen The Web Remote function allows you to perform projecto r remote control operations wi[...]

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    Name Func tion F [Pa ge] butto ns [ [ ][ ] ] Changes pages in files such as PowerPoint files when using the following projection methods. • When using the Wireless Mouse function s "Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wire less Mouse)" p.57 • When using USB Display s "Projecting with USB Disp lay" p.32 •[...]

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    The details of the problem are listed li ne by line. The messages are listed below. • Internal error • Fan related error • Sensor error • Lamp cover is open • Lamp timer failure • Lamp out • Internal temperature error • High-speed cooling in progress • Lamp replacement notification • No-si gnal No Signal is input to the projecto[...]

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    c Connect the computer's USB po rt to the projector's USB-B port w i t h a U S B c a b l e . Start from step 2 from the second time . Command list When the power ON command is transmitted to the projector, the power turns on and it enters warm-up mode . When the projector's power has turned on, a colon ":" (3Ah) is returned[...]

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    Check the numbers and then apply the follow ing countermeasures. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact your network adminis trator, or contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. s Epson Projector Contact List Ev ent I D Cause R emedy 0432 0435 Failed to startup EasyMP Network Projection. Rest[...]

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    Configuration Menu This chapter explains how to use the Configuration menu and its functions.[...]

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    This section explains how to use the Configuration menu. Although steps are explained using the remote control as an example, you can perform the same operations from the control panel. Check the guide under the menu for the available buttons and their operations. a Display the Configuration menu screen. b Select a top menu item. c Select a submenu[...]

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    Configuration Menu Table Settable items vary depending on the model being used and the image signal and source being projected. To p Men u Na me Su bmenu Na me It ems or S ett ing V a lu es Image menu s p.75 Color Mode Dynamic, Presentation, Theatre, Photo, Sports, sRGB, Blackboard, and Whiteboard Brightness -24 to 24 Contrast -24 to 24 Color Satur[...]

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    To p Men u Na me Su bmenu Na me It ems or S ett ing V a lu es Sleep Mode Timer 1 to 30 Lens Cover Timer On and Off A/V Mute Timer On and Off Standby Mode Communication On and Communication Off ECO Display On and Off Info menu s p.87 Lamp Hours - Source - Input Signal - Resolution - Video Signal - Refresh Rate - Sync Info - Status - Serial Number - [...]

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    To p Men u Na me Su bmenu Name S etti ng V a lues Trap IP Address 1 and Trap IP Address 2 - Bonjour On and Off Message Broadcasting On and Off Image Menu Settable items vary depending on the image signal and source currently being projected. Setting details ar e saved for each image signal. s "Automatically Detect Input Signal s and Change the[...]

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    You cannot make settings on the Sign al menu when the source is USB D i s p l a y , U S B , o r L A N . s "Automatically Detect Input Signal s and Change the Projected Image (Source Search)" p.31 Submenu Function Auto Setup Set to On to automatically adjust Tr acking, Sync., and Position to the optimum state when the input signal changes.[...]

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    Submenu Function Ov er scan Changes the output image ratio (the range of the projected image). You can set the cropping range to Off , 4% , or 8% . When the source is HDMI, Aut o is available. When Auto is selected, it automatically changes to Off or 8% according to the input signal. Ima ge P rocess‐ ing Changes settings for image processing. Fas[...]

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    Submenu Function Poi nt er Sh ape You can select the shape of the pointer. Pointer 1: Pointer 2: Pointer 3: s "Pointer Function (Pointer)" p.55 Vo lu m e You can adjust the volume. Setting values are saved for each source. Rem ote Re c eive r You can limit the reception of the operation signal from th e remote control. When set to Off , y[...]

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    Submenu Function Displ ay You can make settings related to the projector's display. Messages : W h e n s e t t o Off , the following items will not be displayed. Item names when the Source, Color Mode, or Aspect Ratio is changed, messages when no signal is being input, and warnings such as High Temp Warning. Display Background * 1 : You can se[...]

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    s "Setting Password Protect" p.60 Submenu Function Net. Info. - Wi re‐ less LAN Displays the following network setting status information. • Connection Mode • Antenna Level • Projector Name • SSID • DHCP • IP Address • Subnet Mask • Gateway Address • MAC Address • Region Code * Network Config‐ ura tion The followin[...]

  • Page 81

    the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons on the remote control or the [ w ], [ v ], [ a ], and [ b ] buttons (or the [Wide][Tele]) on the control panel to move the cursor to the desired key, and then press the [ ] button to enter the alphanumeric character. Enter figures by holding down the [Num] button on the remote control, and pressing the numeric but[...]

  • Page 82

    Wireless LAN menu Submenu Function Wireless LAN Pow er Turn On when connecting the projector to the computer over wireless LAN. If you do not want to connect via wireless LAN, turn it Off to prevent unauthorized access by others. The default value is On . Co nnec tion Mod e Set the connection mode to use when connecting the projector and a computer[...]

  • Page 83

    Submenu Function IP S ettings (This item can only be set if Connection Mode is set to Advanced .) You can make network settings. DHCP : Set to On to make network settings using DHCP g . If this is set to On , you cannot set any more addresses. IP Address : You can input the IP address g assigned to the projector. You can enter a number from 0 to 25[...]

  • Page 84

    Submenu Function Encry pt ion K ey 1/ Encryption K ey 2/ Encryption K ey 3/ Encryption K ey 4 You can enter the key used for WEP encryption. Enter the key in single-byte characters following instructions from the network administrator for the network in which the projector participates. The type of character and the number that can be entered diffe[...]

  • Page 85

    s "Using the Mail Notification Function to Report Problems" p.67 Submenu Function Mail Notifi c ation Set to On to send an email to the preset addresses when a problem or warning occurs with a projector. SMTP S erver You can input the IP address g for the SMTP server for the projector. You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of[...]

  • Page 86

    Submenu Function Tr a p IP Addr es s 1/ T rap IP Ad‐ dres s 2 You can register up to two IP addresses for the SNMP trap notification destination. You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of the address. However, the following IP addresses cannot be used. 127.x.x.x, 224.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 (where x is a number from 0 to 255) B onjou[...]

  • Page 87

    Submenu Function Sleep M ode When set to On , this automatically stops projection when no image signal is being input and no operations are carried out for a specified length of time. Also, if no image signal is input for approximately five minutes, the lamp dims until the power turns off. When an image signal is input, the projector returns to nor[...]

  • Page 88

    Submenu Function Sync Info You can display the image signal information. This information may be needed if service is required. Vi de o Si g n al You can display the settings for Video Signal in the Signal menu. Status This is information about errors that have occurred on the projector. This information may be needed if service is required. Serial[...]

  • Page 89

    Troubleshooting This chapter explains how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.[...]

  • Page 90

    If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help screen is displayed to assist you by pressing the Help button. You can solve problems by answering the questions. a Press the [Help] button. The Help screen is displayed. Us in g th e re m o te c on tro l Us in g th e c on tro l pan e l b Select a menu item. Us in g th e re m o te c on tro l Us in g [...]

  • Page 91

    If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators" be low. See the following if the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be. s "When the Indicators Provide No Help" p.95 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the follow[...]

  • Page 92

    Indi c ators Status Explanat ion Power suppl y S tatus Cool down status This is the status immediately after turning off the projector. In this st atus, all buttons are disabled. Blue - Lit Blue - Lit Normal status The projector is projecting. Refer to the following table to see what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate[...]

  • Page 93

    Indi cators Cause R emedy or S ta tus Power sup‐ ply St at us Lamp T emper a ‐ ture Off Blue - Flash‐ ing Orange - Lit Off Lamp Error Lamp Failure Check the following two points. • Take out the lamp a nd check if it is cracked. s "Replacing the Lamp" p.108 • Clean the air filter. s "Cleaning the Air Filter" p.106 If th[...]

  • Page 94

    Indi cators Cause R emedy or S ta tus Power sup‐ ply St at us Lamp T emper a ‐ ture Blue - Flash‐ ing State de‐ pendant in‐ dication Orange - Flashing State de‐ pendant in‐ dication Replace Lamp Replace it with a new lamp. s "Replacing the Lamp" p.108 If you continue to use the lamp after the replacem ent period has passed, [...]

  • Page 95

    When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. Problems Relating to Images • No images appear Projection does not start, the projection area is completely black, or the projection area is completely blue. s p.96 • Moving images are[...]

  • Page 96

    Problems Relating to Images No images appear Che ck Re m ed y Did you press the [ t ] power button? Press the [ t ] power button to turn the power on. Are the indicators switched off? The power cord is no t connected correctly or power is not being supplied. Connect the projector's power cord correctly. s "From Installation to Projection&[...]

  • Page 97

    Moving images are not displayed Che ck Re m ed y Is the computer's image signal being output to the LCD and the monitor? (Only when projecting images from a laptop computer or a computer with a built-in LCD screen) Change the image signal from the computer to external outp ut only. Check your computer's documentation, or contact the compu[...]

  • Page 98

    The message "No Signal" is displayed Che ck Re m ed y Are the cables connected correctly? Check that all the ca bles required for projection are securely connected. s "From Installation to Projection" p. 30 Is the correct port selected? Change the image by pressing the [S ource Search] button on the remote control or the contr o[...]

  • Page 99

    Che ck Re m ed y Is the keystone adjustment value too large? Lower the projec tion angle to reduce the amount of keystone corr ection. s "Adjusting the Image Position" p.41 Has condensation formed on the lens? If the projector is suddenly taken from a cold envi ronment to a warm envi ronment, or if sud den ambient temperature changes occu[...]

  • Page 100

    The image is truncated (large) or small, the aspect is not suitable, or the image has been reversed Che ck Re m ed y Is a wide panel computer image being projected? (Only when projecting computer images) Change the setting according to the signal for the connected equipment. s Signal - Resol ution p.75 Is the image still being enlarged by E-Zoom? P[...]

  • Page 101

    Che ck Re m ed y Are the cables connected correctly? Check that all the ca bles required for projection are securely connected. Check that no cables are disconnected and that there are no poor contacts in the cables. s "Connecting Equipment" p.23 Is the contrast g adjusted correctly? Adjust the Contrast setting from the Configuration menu[...]

  • Page 102

    Problems when Projection Starts The projector does not turn on Che ck Re m ed y Did you press the [ t ] power button? Press the [ t ] power button to turn the power on. Are the indicators switched off? The power cord is not connected correctly or power is not being fully supplied. Disconnect and then reconnect the power cord. s "From Installat[...]

  • Page 103

    Che ck Re m ed y Is A/V Mute active? Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control to cancel A/V Mute. s "Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)" p.54 Is the audio cable's specification "No resistance"? When using a co mmercially available audio cable, make sure it is labeled "No resistance". Is it [...]

  • Page 104

    I want to change the langua ge for messages and menus Che ck Re m ed y Change the Language setting. Adjust the Lang uage setting from the Configuration menu. s Extende d - Language p.78 Mail is not received even if a problem occurs in the projector Che ck Re m ed y Is Standby Mode set to Communication On ? To use the Mail Notification function when[...]

  • Page 105

    Maintenance This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of perfor mance from th e projector fo r a lo ng time to come.[...]

  • Page 106

    You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. Caution Turn off the projector's power before cleaning. Otherwise, it could cause an electric shock. Cleaning the Projector's Surface Clean the projector's surface by wipi ng it gently with a soft cloth. If the projector is[...]

  • Page 107

    a • If a message is frequently displayed, even after cleaning, it is time to replace the air filter. Replace it w ith a new air filter. s " R e p l a c i n g t h e A i r F i l t e r " p.111 • It is recommended that you clean these parts at least once every three months. Clean them more often than this if using the projector in a parti[...]

  • Page 108

    This section explains how to replace the lamp and the air filter. Replacing the Lamp Lamp replacement period It is time to replace the lamp when: • The following message is displayed. "Time to replace the lamp. Please cont act your Epson projector reseller or visit www.epson.com to purchase." The message is displayed for 30 seconds. •[...]

  • Page 109

    Warning • When replacing the lamp because it has stopped illuminating, there is a possibility that the lamp may be broken. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed on th e ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is cracked, a nd you should stand to the side of the lamp cover, not underneath it. Remove the lamp cover g[...]

  • Page 110

    d Grip the raised section of the old lamp and remove it. If the Lamp is cracked, replace it with a new lamp, or contact your local dealer for further advice. s Epson Projector Contact List e Install the new lamp. Insert the new Lamp along the guid e rail in the correct direction so that it fits in place, push in firmly, and once it is fully inserte[...]

  • Page 111

    f R e p l a c e t h e l a m p c o v e r . Attention • Make sure you install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, the lamps turn off automatically as a safety precaution. If the lamp or the lamp cover is not installed correctly, the lamp will not turn on. • This product includes a lamp component that conta ins mercury (Hg). Please co[...]

  • Page 112

    d Install the new air filter. Slide t he air filter from the outside and press in until it firmly clicks into pla ce. e C l o s e t h e a i r f i l t e r c o v e r . a Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations. Filter frame: ABS Filter: Polyurethane foam Replacing Consumables 112[...]

  • Page 113

    Appendix[...]

  • Page 114

    EasyMP Network Projection You can project your co mputer's scr een over a network by using EasyMP Network Projection. Sharing the projec tor over the network allows you to project data from different computers without changing the signal cable. Even if the projector is away from the computer, you can still project data via a network. You can a[...]

  • Page 115

    The followi ng optional accessories an d consumables are available. Please purchase these products as and when needed. The following list of optional accessories and consumables is current as of: May 2013. Details of accessories are subject to change wi thout notice and availability may vary depending on the country of purchase. Optional Accessorie[...]

  • Page 116

    Projection Distance (For EB-W18) A Projection distance B Distance from the center of the receiver's lens to the base of the screen (or to the top of the screen, if suspended from a ceiling) C Center of lens Unit: cm 4:3 Scree n Size A B Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T ele) 30" 61x46 94 - 113 -4 40" 81x61 126 - 152 -5 50" 100x[...]

  • Page 117

    Unit: cm 16:10 Sc ree n Size A B Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T ele) 35" 76x47 97 - 117 -4 40" 86x54 111 - 134 -5 50" 110x67 139 - 168 -6 60" 130x81 168 - 202 -7 80" 170x110 225 - 270 -10 100" 220x130 281 - 338 -12 150" 320x200 424 - 509 -18 200" 430x270 566 - 680 -24 320" 690x430 907 - 1089 -39 Proj[...]

  • Page 118

    4:3 Scree n Size A B Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T ele) 60" 120x91 171 - 206 -10 80" 160x120 229 - 275 -13 100" 200x150 287 - 345 -16 150" 300x230 432 - 519 -24 200" 410x300 577 - 693 -32 250" 510x380 722 - 867 -40 300" 610x460 867 - 1041 -48 Unit: cm 16:9 Sc ree n Size A B Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T [...]

  • Page 119

    4:3 Scree n Size A B Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T ele) 60" 120x91 180 - 217 -10 80" 160x120 241 - 290 -14 100" 200x150 302 - 363 -17 150" 300x230 454 - 546 -25 200" 410x300 607 - 729 -34 250" 510x380 759 - 912 -42 300" 610x460 912 - 1095 -51 Unit: cm 16:9 Sc ree n Size A B Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T [...]

  • Page 120

    Projection Distance (For EB-S18) A Projection distance B Distance from the center of the receiver's lens to the base of the screen (or to the top of the screen, if suspended from a ceiling) C Center of lens Unit: cm 4:3 Scree n Size AB Mi nimu m (Wi de) to Ma x imu m (T ele) (Wi de) 30" 61x46 88 - 119 -5 50" 100x76 147 - 200 -8 60&qu[...]

  • Page 121

    Supported Resolutions Computer signals (analog RGB) For EB- X24/EB- W18/EB -X18 Signal Refr esh Rate (Hz) Resolu tion (d ots) VGA 60/72/75/85 640x480 SVGA 56/60/72/75/85 800x600 XGA 60/70/75/85 1024x768 WXGA 60 1280x768 60 1366x768 60/75/85 1280x800 WXGA+ 60/75/85 1440x900 WXGA++ 60 1600x900 SXGA 70/75/85 1152x864 60/75/85 1280x1024 60/75/85 1280x9[...]

  • Page 122

    Si g n al Re fres h Rat e (H z ) Res o lu tio n (d ot s ) SDTV (480p) 60 720x480 SDTV (576p) 50 720x576 HDTV (720p) 50/60 1280x720 HDTV (1080i) 50/60 1920x1080 Composite video Si g n al Re fre sh Ra t e ( Hz ) Re so lut io n ( d o ts ) TV (NTSC) 60 720x480 TV (SECAM) 50 720x576 TV (PAL) 50/60 720x576 Input signal from the HDMI port Sig n al Re fres[...]

  • Page 123

    Projector General Specifications Prod uc t nam e EB-X24 EB-W18 EB-X18 EB-S18 Dimens ions 297 (W) x 79 (H) x 234 (D) mm LCD panel size 0.63" 0.59" Wide 0.55" Dis pla y method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Re so lu tio n 786,432 XGA (1024 (W) x 768 (H) dots)x 3 1,024,000 WXGA (1280 (W) x 800 (H) dots) x 3 786,432 XGA (1024 (W) x 768 (H[...]

  • Page 124

    Vi d e o p o r t 1 RCA pin jack S- V id eo po rt 1 Mini DIN 4- pin Audi o p ort 1 RCA pin jack x 2 HDMI port 1 HDMI (Audio is only supported by PCM) USB -A por t * 1 USB connector (Type A) USB -B por t * 1 USB connector (Type B) * U S B 2 . 0 i s s u p p o r t e d . H o w e v e r , U S B p o r t s a r e n o t guaranteed to operate all devices that [...]

  • Page 125

    This product is also designed for IT power dist ribution system with phase-to-phase voltage 230V. Angle of tilt If you use the projector tilted at an angle of more than 30˚ it could be damaged and cause an accident. Specifications 125[...]

  • Page 126

    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: Epson America, Inc. Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806 Tel: 562-981-3840 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified he[...]

  • Page 127

    297 93 38.3 79 A Center of lens B Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point 99.6 3-M4 x 9 31.8 234 15.9 12 123.4 242 Units: mm Appearance 127[...]

  • Page 128

    This section briefly explains the difficult terms that are no t expl ained in the text of this guide. For details, refer to other commercially available publications. Ad h oc mod e A method of wireless LAN connection that communicates with wireless LAN clients without using an access point. Aspe c t R atio The ratio between an image's length a[...]

  • Page 129

    sRGB An internation al standard for color intervals that was formulated so that colors that are reprod uced by video equipment can be handled easily by computer operating systems (OS) and the Internet. If the connected source has an sRGB mode, set both the projector and the connected signal source to sRGB. SSID SSID is identification data for conne[...]

  • Page 130

    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, wit hout the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information conta[...]

  • Page 131

    General Notice: IBM, DOS/V, and XGA are trademarks or r egistered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google play is a trademark of Google Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Po werPoint, and Windows logo are trademarks or registered tra[...]

  • Page 132

    A A/V Mute ...................... ................................ 54 A/V Mute Timer . ................... ...................... 87 Air exhaust vent ........... ...................... .......... 10 Air filter replacement pe ri od ......... .......... 1 11 Aspect .............. ..................... ................... 43, 76 Auto Iris ............[...]

  • Page 133

    Mail Noti ficatio n menu ................. ............. 8 4 Messages .............. ....................... ............. ..... 79 Monitor Displays .. ........................... .......... 121 Mouse pointer ....... .................... ................... 57 N Network Configura tio n .............................. 80 Network information .... ....[...]

  • Page 134

    USB-B port .......... ............................... .......... 12 User button .............. ..................................... 78 User's Logo ......... ................. ............... .......... 58 User's Logo Prot ection ................................ 60 V Video port ............. ........................................ 12 Vid[...]