Epson EB-93 User's Guide

User’s Guide

All of the features in this guide are explained using illustrations of EB-93unless otherwise mentioned.Front/TopName FunctionAAir exhaust

Check the numbers and then apply the following countermeasures. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact your network administrator, or contact y

MaintenanceThis chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector for a

You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality ofprojected images starts to deteriorate.AttentionTurn off the

a• If a message is frequently displayed, even after cleaning, it is time toreplace the air filter. Replace it with a new air filter.

This section explains how to replace the lamp and the air filter.Replacing the LampLamp replacement periodIt is time to replace the lam

Attention• The lamp replacement message is set to appear after the following timeperiods in order to maintain the initial brightness and

cLoosen the two lamp fixing screws.dTake out the old Lamp by pulling the handle.If the Lamp is cracked, replace it with a new lamp,

fReplace the lamp cover.Attention• Make sure you install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, thepower turns off automatical

aAfter you turn off the projector's power and the confirmationbuzzer beeps twice, disconnect the power cable.bOpen the air filte

Appendix

RearName FunctionAHDMI portInputs video signals from HDMI compatible videoequipment and computers. This projector is compatiblewith HDCPg.s "Conn

The following optional accessories and consumables are available. Pleasepurchase these products as and when needed. The following list of o

Projection DistanceAProjection distanceBDistance from the center of the lens to the base of the screen(or to the top of the screen, if suspended from

Supported ResolutionsComputer signals (analog RGB)Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots)VGA 60/72/75/85 640x480SVGA 56/60/72/75/85 800x600XGA 60/

Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots)SDTV (480i/480p) 60 720x480SDTV (576i/576p) 50 720x576HDTV (720p) 50/60 1280x720HDTV (1080i) 50/60 1920x1080

Projector General SpecificationsProduct nameEB-93 EB-92Dimensions345 (W) x 93 (H) x 263 (D) mmLCD panel size0.55"Display methodPolysilicon TFT ac

S-Video port 1Mini DIN 4-pinAudio1 port 1Stereo mini jackAudio2 port 1Stereo mini jackAudio-L/R port 1RCA pin jack x 2 (L-R)Audio Out por

This product is also designed for IT power distribution system with phase-to-phase voltage 230V.Angle of tiltIf you use the projector tilt

DECLARATION of CONFORMITYAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/orCPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Cl

ACenter of lensBDistance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing pointUnits: mmAppearance118

This section briefly explains the difficult terms that are not explained in the text of this guide. For details, refer to other commerciall

BaseName FunctionACeiling mount fixingpoints (three points)Attach the optional Ceiling Mount here when suspendingthe projector from a ceiling.s "

sRGBAn international standard for color intervals that was formulated so that colors that are reproduced by video equipment can be handled easily byco

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AA/V Mute ... 48Abs. Color Temp. ... 74Air exhaust vent ...

Remote ControlName FunctionA[t] buttonTurns the projector power on or off.s "From Installation to Projection" p.28B[Computer] buttonEach tim

Mouse pointer ... 51NNetwork Configuration ... 79Network information ...

VVideo Port ... 11Video Signal ... 75, 84Volume ...

Name FunctionJ[E-Zoom] buttons[z][x]Enlarges or reduces the image without changing theprojection size.s "Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom)&quo

Name FunctionXRemote control light-emitting areaOutputs remote control signals.Replacing the remote control batteriesIf delays in the responsivenes

CautionCheck the positions of the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery holder toensure the batteries are inserted the correct way.cRepl

Preparing the ProjectorThis chapter explains how to install the projector and connect projection sources.

Installation MethodsThe projector supports the following four different projection methods.Install the projector according to the condition

Notations Used in This Guide• Safety indicationsThe documentation and the projector use graphical symbols to show how to use the projec

• Install the projector so that it is parallel to the screen.If the projector is installed at an angle to the screen, keystone distor

Illustrations in this section are of EB-93.The port name, location, and connector orientation differ depending on the source being

Connecting Image SourcesTo project images from DVD players or VHS video and so on, connect to the projector using one of the follo

Attention• If the input source is on when you connect it to the projector, it could cause a malfunction.• If the orientation or s

Connecting USB DevicesYou can connect devices such as USB memory, the optional Document Camera, and USB compatible hard disks and digital came

Removing USB devicesAfter finishing projecting, remove USB devices from the projector. For devices such as digital cameras or hard disks, turn off

a• If you set Standby Mode to Communication On, you can output images to an external monitor even if the projector is in standby

Basic UsageThis chapter explains how to project and adjust images.

From Installation to ProjectionThis section explains the procedure for connecting the projector to acomputer with the computer cable and

Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image (Source Search)Press the [Source Search] button to project images from the port

Notations Used in This Guide ... 2IntroductionProjector Features ... 7List of Functions by

Switching to the Target Image by Remote ControlYou can change directly to the target image by pressing the followingbuttons on the remot

For Mac OSOSMac OS X 10.5.1 or laterMac OS X 10.6.xCPUPower PC G4 1GHz or fasterRecommended: Core Duo 1.83GHz or fasterAmount ofMemory512 MB or more

a• If it is not installed automatically, double-click My Computer- EPSON_PJ_UD - EMP_UDSE.EXE on your computer.• If nothing is projected

cSelect Epson USB Display and click Uninstall.For Mac OSaOpen the Applications folder, double-click USB Display, and thendouble-click Tool.

Correcting Keystone DistortionYou can correct keystone distortion using one of the following methods.• Correcting automatically (Auto V-K

Correcting keystone distortion in horizontal directionsPress the [ ][ ] buttons on the control panel.aYou can set manual H/V-Keystone

dUsing the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons on theremote control, or the [], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons on thecontrol panel, select the

gWhen you are done, press the [Esc] button to exit the correctionmenu.Because Keystone was changed to Quick Corner, the cornerselect

AExtend the rear foot.BRetract the rear foot.Correcting the FocusYou can correct the focus using the focus ring.Adjusting the VolumeYou can ad

Mode ApplicationPresentationIdeal for making presentations using color materialsin a bright room.TheatreIdeal for watching films in a da

Useful FunctionsProjection Functions ... 43Projecting Without a Computer (Slideshow)...43S

cSelect On.The setting is stored for each Color Mode.dPress the [Menu] button to finish making settings.aAuto Iris can only be set w

AAutoB4:3C16:9Projecting images from a computerEach time the [Aspect] button on the remote control is pressed, the aspectmode changes in

Useful FunctionsThis chapter explains useful tips for giving presentations, and the Security functions.

Projecting Without a Computer (Slideshow)By connecting a USB storage device such as a USB memory or a USB harddisk to the projector, you can p

bConnect the USB storage device or digital camera to the projector.s "Connecting USB Devices" p.24Slideshow starts and the file

aIf not all of the files and folders are displayed on the currentscreen, press the [Down] button on the remote control, orpositio

bPress the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to select theimage file you want to project.cPress the [Enter] button.The image is displayed.

aIf Screen Switching Time on the Option screen is set to No, files donot change automatically when you select Play Slideshow. Press

Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)You can use this when you want to focus the audience's attention on whatyou are saying, o

a• Audio does not stop.• For moving images, the images continue to play back while thescreen is frozen, so it is not possible to resume p

Moving images are not displayed (only the moving image portion turns black)... 93Projection stops

Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom)This is useful when you want to expand images to see them in greaterdetail, such as graphs and tabl

Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)You can control the computer's mouse pointer from the projector's

Page Up/Down[Up] button: Moves to the previous page.[Down] button: Moves to the next page.a• When pressed in conjunction with the adjacent [ ],

a• When User's Logo Protect from Password Protect is set toOn, a message is displayed and the User's Logo cannot bechang

fSelect the zoom factor from the zoom setting screen.gWhen the message "Save this image as the User's Logo?" isdisplayed, select

aIf User Pattern is selected when Keystone, E-Zoom, Aspect, orZoom adjustment are being performed, the function currentlybeing perform

The projector has the following enhanced security functions.• Password ProtectYou can limit who can use the projector.• Control Panel

a• If Password Protect is already activated, you must enter thepassword.If the password is entered correctly, the Password Protectset

When you enter the correct password, Password Protect is temporarilyreleased.Attention• If an incorrect password is entered three time

dSelect Yes when the confirmation message is displayed.The control panel buttons are locked according to the setting youchose.aYou can

IntroductionThis chapter explains the projector's features and the part names.

About EasyMP Monitor (EB-93 Only)EasyMP Monitor lets you carry out operations such as checking the statusof multiple Epson projectors that ar

Items in the Configuration menu that cannot be set by a Web browser• Settings menu - Keystone - Quick Corner• Settings Menu - Poi

Name FunctionA[t] buttonTurns the projector power on or off.s "From Installation to Projection" p.28B[Computer] buttonEach time the button i

Using the Mail Notification Function to Report Problems (EB-93 Only)When you set Mail Notification, notification messages are sent to the presetemai

a• SNMP should be managed by a network administrator or someonewho is familiar with the network.• To use the SNMP function to moni

• Projector input port name: RS-232C<At the projector> <At the computer><At the projector> (PC serial cable) <At the computer

• Manufacturer name displayed for "Manufacture name information query"EPSON• Model name displayed for "Product name inform

Using the operation windowAYou can perform the following operations when you click the buttons.Button FunctionPower Turns the projector power on or

Button FunctionSearch Switches to the image from the input port where videosignals are being input.s "Automatically Detect Input Signals and Chan

Item FunctionDHCP Select the Enabled check box to use DHCP. You cannotenter an IP address if DHCP is enabled.IP Address Enter the IP address to assign

List of Functions by ModelAvailable functions differ depending on the model being used. See the tablebelow for a list of the functions avail

Configuration MenuThis chapter explains how to use the Configuration menu and its functions.

This section explains how to use the Configuration menu.Although steps are explained using the remote control as an example, youcan perfo

Configuration Menu TableSettable items vary depending on the model being used and the imagesignal and source being projected.Top Menu

Top Menu Name Submenu Name Items or Setting ValuesInfo menus p.84Lamp Hours -Source -Input Signal -Resolution -Video Signal -Refresh Rate

s "Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image(Source Search)" p.29Submenu FunctionColor ModeYou can select

Submenu FunctionAuto SetupSet to On to automatically adjust Tracking, Sync., and Position tothe optimum state when the input signal changes.Resolution

Submenu FunctionOverscanChanges the output image ratio (the range of the projectedimage). You can set the cropping range to Off, 4%, or 8%. Whenthe so

Submenu FunctionPointer ShapeYou can select the shape of the pointer.Pointer 1: Pointer 2: Pointer 3: s "Pointer Function (Pointer)" p.49Pow

Extended MenuSubmenu FunctionDisplayYou can make settings related to the projector's display.Messages: When set to Off, the following

Submenu FunctionUSB Type BSet to USB Display when the projector and a computer areconnected by a USB cable and computer images arepro

Detecting projector movements and automatically correctingimage distortionThis projector automatically corrects keystone distortion which occurs w

Notes on operating the Network menuSelecting from the top menu and sub menus, and changing selected items isthe same as making operations f

Basic menuSubmenu FunctionProjector NameDisplays the projector name used to identify the projector whenconnected to a network.When editing, you can en

Wired LAN menuSubmenu FunctionIP SettingsYou can make settings related to the following addresses.DHCPg: Set to On to configure the network using DHCP

Submenu FunctionSMTP ServerYou can input the IP addressg for the SMTP server for theprojector.You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of th

Submenu FunctionRoomView(EB-93 only)Set this to On only when monitoring or controlling the projectorover the network using Crestron RoomView®. Otherwi

Submenu FunctionRefresh RateYou can display the refresh rateg.Sync InfoYou can display the image signal information.This information ma

TroubleshootingThis chapter explains how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.

If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help screen is displayed to assistyou by pressing the Help button. You can solve problems by answeri

If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators&q

Refer to the following table to see what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate.If all indicators are

• Equipped with various anti-theft devicesThe projector is equipped with the following types of anti-theft securitydevices.• Security slot•

Status Cause Remedy or StatusIf it is not cracked: Reinstall the lamp and turn on the power.If the error continues: Replace the lamp with a new one an

When the Indicators Provide No HelpIf any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer asolution, refer to the pages

Problems Relating to ImagesNo images appearCheck RemedyDid you press the [t] button? Press the [t] button to turn the power on.Are the indicators swit

Moving images are not displayed (only the moving image portion turns black)Check RemedyIs the computer's image signal being output to the LCD a

Check RemedyAre the image signals being output to the projector?(Only when projecting images from a laptop computer or acomputer with a built-in LCD s

Interference or distortion appear in imagesCheck RemedyIs the image signal format setting correct?(Only when projecting images from a video source)Ch

Check RemedyIs the computer set for dual display?(Only when projecting computer images)If dual display is activated in the Display Properties of the c

Images appear darkCheck RemedyIs the image brightness set correctly? Adjust the Brightness and Power Consumption settings from the Configuration menu.

Other ProblemsNo sound can be heard or the sound is faintCheck RemedyCheck that the audio/video cable is securely attached to both theprojecto

Check RemedyAre the batteries dead or have the batteries been inserted correctly? Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly or replace the batter