Epson EMP EMP-81 User's Guide

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9Part Names and FunctionsRear••••Remote control light-receiving area sp.13Receives signals from the remote control.••••Power inlet sp.31Connects to th

99List of Supported Monitor Displays* Connection is not possible if the equipment does not have a VGA output port.The projection of some signals not l

100Specifications* The USB interface complies with the USB 1.1 standard. The USB connector is not guaranteed to operate correctly with all USB-compati

101SpecificationsSafetyUSAUL60950 Third EditionCanadaCSA C22.2 No.60950 (cUL)European CommunityThe Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)IEC60950 3rd Editi

102AppearanceUnits: mm4-M4×972.9187.118136233519853.4*2109Centre of lens3614*Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point41.2272Dow

103IndexAAbs. Color Temp. ...52, 54Air exhaust vent... 7Air filter ... 1

104IndexMMain menu... 50Manually Correcting Keystone Distortion... 39Menu...

105IndexWWide-screen Projection ... 47Wireless Mouse Function... 20ZZoom ring ... 7Downloaded

106We :EPSON AMERICA, INC.Located at :3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806Tel :562-290-5254Declare under sole responsibility that th

107All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, elect

11Remote Control••••[Search] button ssssp.33The next input source is searched for automatically in the following order and the image input from the co

10Part Names and FunctionsBase••••Air filter (air intake vent) sp.84, p.89This prevents dust and other foreign particles from getting inside the proj

11Part Names and FunctionsRemote ControlIf you position the over the button icon or button name, a description of that button will appear.••••[Video

12Before Using the Remote ControlInserting the BatteriesThe batteries are not already inserted into the remote control at the time the projector is pu

13Before Using the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control and Remote Operating RangeThe remote control is used in the following way.PROCEDUREPoint the

14Before Using the Remote ControlUse the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or angle between the remote control and the

15InstallationSetting Up the ProjectorThe projector supports the following four different projection methods, allowing you to choose the best method f

16InstallationScreen Size and Projection DistanceThe distance between the projector's lens and the screen determines the actual image size.While

17Installation* When installing against a wall, leave a space of about 20 cm (7.9 in.) between the projector and the wall.Screen 90ºCentre of lens*TIP

18Connecting to a ComputerEligible ComputersThe projector cannot be connected to some types of computer, or projection of images may not be possible e

1Notations Used in This User’s GuideWhen "unit" or "projector" appears in the text of this User’s Guide, it may refer to items whi

19Connecting to a ComputerProjecting Images from the ComputerThe shape and specifications of the computer's monitor port will determine what type

20Connecting to a ComputerUsing the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse Function)You can use the remote control as a wireless

21Connecting to a ComputerOnce the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as follows.Moving the mouse pointerIf you tilt the [ ]

22Connecting to a ComputerConnecting to an External MonitorAnalogue RGB images and RGB video images from a computer that are being input to the [Compu

23Connecting to a Video SourceProjecting Composite Videog ImagesUse a commercially- available A/V cable to make the connection.CAUTIONWhen connecting

24Connecting to a Video SourceProjecting S-Video ImagesUse a commercially-available S-Videog cable to make the connections.Projecting Component Video

25Connecting to a Video SourceProjecting RGB Video ImagesUse the accessory computer cable to make the connections.To RGB output portComputer cable (ac

26Playing Sound from Video EquipmentThe projector has a built-in speaker with a maximum output of 5 W. You can output sound from connected video equip

27Preventing theft (Password Protect)When the Password Protect function is activated, people who do not know the password cannot use the projector to

28Preventing theft (Password Protect)If an attempt is made to carry out any of the following user logo operations, a message is displayed and the sett

2Features of the ProjectorThe following six preset colour modes are provided so that you can easily obtain the optimum images simply by selecting the

29Preventing theft (Password Protect)Enter the setting time as a number of up to 4 digits.While holding down the [Num] button, use the numeric keypad

Basic OperationsThis chapter describes basic operations such as turning the projector on and off and adjusting the projected images.Turning the Projec

31Turning the Projector OnTurn on the power to start projecting images.Connecting the Power CablePROCEDURECheck that the power is turned off for the p

32Turning the Projector OnTurning the Power On and Projecting ImagesPROCEDURECheck that the Power indicator has stopped flashing and is lit orange.Tur

33Turning the Projector OnIf more than one external device is connected to the projector, use the remote control or projector control panel buttons to

34Turning the Projector OffFollow the procedure below to turn off the power of the projector.PROCEDURETurn off the power for the signal sources that a

35Turning the Projector OffIf not using the projector for a long period, unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet.Attach the lens cover.Attac

36Adjusting the Screen ImageThese functions correct and adjust the projected images so that optimum images can be obtained.Adjusting the Image Size (Z

37Adjusting the Screen ImageAdjusting the Image Angle and Automatic Keystone Correction FunctionThe projector should be set up so that it is as perpen

38Adjusting the Screen ImagePROCEDUREWhile pulling the foot adjust lever at the front of the projector, lift up the front of the projector to extend t

3Features of the ProjectorThe accessory remote control can be used to carry out operations such as pausing projection (Freeze function sp.47), zooming

39Adjusting the Screen ImageManually Correcting Keystone DistortionThe projector is provided with an automatic keystone correction function which dete

40Adjusting the Image QualityThe quality of the screen images can be adjusted as follows.Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video ImagesAutomatic setup

41Adjusting the Image QualityIf vertical stripes appear in the projected computer or RGB video images, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup,

42Adjusting the Image QualityIf flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in computer or RGB video images, and this cannot be fixed using automatic

43Adjusting the Image QualitySelecting the Projection Quality (Colour Mode Selection)The following six preset colour modes are available for use depen

44Adjusting the VolumeThe volume of the projector's built-in speaker can be adjusted as follows.PROCEDUREPress the [Volume] buttons on the remote

Advanced OperationsThis chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus.Functions for Enhan

46Functions for Enhancing ProjectionThis section describes the various useful functions that can be used to enhance presentations.A/V MuteThis functio

47Functions for Enhancing ProjectionFreezeThis function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing without pausing.The image source wil

48Functions for Enhancing ProjectionE-ZoomThis function lets you enlarge and reduce a part of projected images such as graphs and tables.PROCEDUREPres

4ContentsNotations Used in This User’s Guide ...1Features of the Projector...

49Functions for Enhancing ProjectionPointer functionThis function lets you use the remote control to move a pointer icon around on the images being pr

50Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsThe configuration menus can be used to carry out a variety of settings and adjustments.The menus have a hierar

51Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsList of Functions• None of the settings can be adjusted if no signals are being input.• The commands displayed

52Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsColor AdjustmentAdjusts the absolute colour temperature and the intensity of the red, green and blue component

53Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsComponent videog/ Composite videog/ S-VideogSub-menu Function DefaultColor ModeCorrects the vividness of the i

54Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsColor AdjustmentAdjusts the absolute colour temperature and the intensity of the red, green and blue component

55Using the Configuration Menu Functions• The "Trackingg", "Sync.g", "Position" and "Resize" settings can not

56Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsReset Reset all adjustment values for the "Signal" menu functions to their default settings except f

57Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsComponent videogComposite videog/ S-VideogSub-menu Function DefaultPosition Moves the image display position v

58Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsReset Returns "Position", "Video Signal" and "Resize" in the "Signal"

5ContentsTroubleshootingUsing the Help...69Problems Solving ...

59Using the Configuration Menu Functions"Setting" MenuSub-menu Function DefaultKeystone Corrects vertical keystone distortion in images.•Whe

60Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsReset Resets all adjustment values for the "Setting" menu functions to their default settings.•Press

61Using the Configuration Menu Functions• The "User’s Logo" setting can not be adjusted if no signals are being input."Extended" M

62Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsProjection Sets the projection position for the projector.• Front : Select when the projector is in front of t

63Using the Configuration Menu Functions* EMP Monitor : Allows you to monitor multiple projectors on the network and control them all at once using fu

64Using the Configuration Menu Functions• The "Info" menu shows the setting details for the current image source.• The "Lamp Hours"

65Using the Configuration Menu Functions"Reset" MenuSub-menu Function DefaultReset All Resets all items in all menus to their default settin

66Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsUsing the Configuration MenusThe configuration menus can be operated using either the remote control or the pr

67Using the Configuration Menu FunctionsSelect a sub-menu item.Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control up and down or press the [ ] and [ ] buttons

TroubleshootingThis chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.Using the Help...

Before Using the ProjectorThis chapter describes the procedures for setting up the projector before use.Part Names and Functions...

69Using the HelpIf a problem occurs with the projector, the Help function uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a seri

70Using the HelpRepeat the operations in steps 2 and 3 to proceed through the menu to more detailed items.The help menu is cleared when the [Help] but

71Problems SolvingIf you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicator

72Problems SolvingInternal temperature error(overheating)The lamp will turn off automatically and projection will stop. Wait for about 5 minutes. Afte

73Problems SolvingLamp replacement notification Replace the lamp with a new one. sp.86If you continue to use the lamp after it has passed the replacem

74Problems SolvingWhen the Indicators Provide No HelpIf any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the p

75Problems Solving No images appear Can not switch projection to a video source by pressing the [Source Search] buttonProblems relating to imagesCheck

76Problems Solving Projection stops automatically The message "Not Supported." is displayedCheck RemedyIs "Sleep Mode" set to &quo

77Problems Solving The message "No Signal." is displayed Images are fuzzy or out of focusCheck RemedyAre the cables connected correctly? Che

78Problems Solving Interference or distortion appear in imagesCheck RemedyAre the image signal format settings correct? If a composite videog or S-Vid

7Part Names and FunctionsFront/Top••••Control panel sp.8••••Zoom ring sp.36Adjusts the image size.••••Remote control light-receiving area sp.13Receive

79Problems Solving Image is truncated (large) or smallCheck RemedyHas the "Resize" been set correctly? Press the [Resize] button on the remo

80Problems Solving Image colours are not rightCheck RemedyDo the input signal settings match the signals from the connected device?If you connect a co

81Problems Solving Images appear dark Nothing appears on the external monitor Power does not turn onCheck RemedyHave the image brightness and luminanc

82Problems Solving No sound can be heard or the sound is faint The remote control does not work The fans do not stop when power is turned off Other pr

AppendicesThis chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector.Maintenance ...

84MaintenanceThis section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts.CleaningYou should clean the proje

85MaintenanceReplacing ConsumablesThis section describes how to replace the lamp and the air filters.It is time to replace the lamp when:• The message

86MaintenancePROCEDURETurn off the projector's power, wait until the cool-down period has ended and a "pip-pip" confirmation buzzer sou

87MaintenanceTake out the lamp.Hold the lamp as shown in the illustration below and lift it up and out of the projector.If the lamp is broken replace

88MaintenanceThe projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp operating time. When the cumulative operating time reaches a certain p

8Part Names and FunctionsControl Panel••••[Power] button sp.32, p.34Turns the projector power on and off.••••[Help] button sp.69Each time this button

89MaintenanceIf the air filters are broken or if the warning message reappears after they have been cleaned, they should be replaced.The air filter ca

90Saving a User's LogoYou can record the image that is currently being projected as a user's logo.PROCEDUREProject the image that you would

91Saving a User's LogoSelect "Yes" in the sub-menu, then press the [Enter] button.The image to be recorded and a selection marquee box

92Saving a User's LogoSelect "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then press the [Enter] button.Select the zoom rate in the Zoom rate

93Optional Accessories and ConsumablesThe following optional accessories are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories is

94GlossaryThe following is an explanation of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which are not explained in the text of th

95GlossaryResize display This function is used to allow images that have a resolution more than or less than the projector's panel resolution to

96List of ESC/VP21 CommandsCommand ListWhen a power on command is sent to the projector, the power will turn on and the projector will change to warm-

97List of ESC/VP21 CommandsCable LayoutsSerial connection••••Connector shape : D-Sub 9 pin (male)••••Projector input connector : Control (RS-232C)<

98List of ESC/VP21 CommandsUSB Connection SetupIn order to control the projector using ESC/VP21 commands via a USB connection, the following preparati