Epson PowerLite 7800pNL User's Guide

EPSON® PowerLite® 7800pMultimedia ProjectorUser’s Guide

2 WelcomeUsing Your DocumentationThis book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as y

92 Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer

Maintaining the Projector 931Maintaining the ProjectorYour projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do on a regular basis is keep the lens

94 Maintaining the ProjectorCleaning the LensClean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Use a canister of compressed air to remo

Maintaining the Projector 95Cleaning the Air Filters and VentsClean the air filters and air intake vents after every 100 hours of use. If they are not

96 Maintaining the Projector4. If the dirt is difficult to remove or a filter is broken, replace the filters as described on the next page. Contact yo

Maintaining the Projector 974. Turn the projector over and remove the air filters at the side and bottom of the projector.5. Insert the two new air fi

98 Maintaining the Projector7. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you don’t need to remove them). 8. Grasp the wire handle as shown and

Maintaining the Projector 99Resetting the Lamp TimerAfter you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the projector’s menu. 1. Press

100 Maintaining the ProjectorTransporting the ProjectorThe projector contains many glass and precision parts. Follow these guidelines to prevent injur

Solving Problems 1011Solving ProblemsThis chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for pro

Welcome 3Registration and WarrantyYour projector comes with a basic carry-in warranty as well as an international warranty that let you project with c

102 Solving ProblemsUsing On-Screen HelpIf the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can get help by pressing the blue ? Help butt

Solving Problems 103Checking Projector StatusIf your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for it to cool (the P power light stop

104 Solving ProblemsThe power light is flashing orange and you cannot turn on the projector.The lamp is cooling down. Wait until the light turns off

Solving Problems 105Viewing Lamp Usage and Other InformationUse the About menu to view information about the display settings of your computer and the

106 Solving ProblemsSolving Problems with the Image or SoundNo image appears on the screen. Check that the P power light is green, not flashing, and

Solving Problems 107If you’re using a PC laptop: Hold down the Fn key on the keyboard and press the function key that lets you display on an external

108 Solving ProblemsThe message Not Supported is displayed. Make sure the correct Input Signal is selected in the Setting menu (see page 72). Make s

Solving Problems 109The image isn’t square, but keystone-shaped. If the top or bottom of the image is broader, press the Sync + or Sync - button on t

110 Solving Problems Adjust the Sharpness setting on the Video menu (see Chapter 4). When you change video settings, you should be able to see the ef

Solving Problems 1113. Adjust the Sync setting to increase the sharpness of the image. The colors of the image are not right. If you’re displaying a

4 WelcomeUnpacking the ProjectorAfter unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown below: Save all packaging in case you need to sh

112 Solving ProblemsSolving Easy Management Problems You don’t see your projector in the EMP Monitor window. Make sure that you’ve connected the proj

Solving Problems 113Where To Get HelpEPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services 24 hours a day, as listed in the followin

114 Solving Problems

Appendix A: Projector Installation 115AAppendix A: Projector InstallationThis appendix provides guidelines on installing the projector in a permanent

116 Appendix A: Projector InstallationIf you’re mounting the projector on the ceiling and you place it above screen level, you’ll have to tilt it down

Appendix B: Technical Specifications 117AAppendix B: Technical SpecificationsGeneralType of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrixSize of LCD panels D

118 Appendix B: Technical SpecificationsProjection LampType UHE (Ultra High Efficiency)Power consumption 250 WLamp life Up to 2000 hours (high brightn

Appendix B: Technical Specifications 119EnvironmentalTemperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)Storage: 14 to 140 °F (-10 to 60 °C)Humidity Opera

120 Appendix B: Technical SpecificationsCompatible Video FormatsThe projector supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM international video standards, as well as

Appendix B: Technical Specifications 121*The image is resized using EPSON’s SizeWise™ Technology. UXGA—60UXGA—65UXGA—70UXGA—75UXGA—80UXGA—856065707580

Welcome 5Additional ComponentsDepending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need additional components: To receive an S-Video signal, you’

122 Appendix B: Technical Specifications

Appendix C: Notices 123AAppendix C: NoticesThis appendix includes safety instructions and other important information about your EPSON PowerLite proje

124 Appendix C: Notices Never push objects of any kind through the cabinet slots. Never spill liquid of any kind into the projector. Except as speci

Appendix C: Notices 125Remote Control InformationYou can operate the projector by remote control via a line-of-sight infrared (IR) receiver at the fro

126 Appendix C: NoticesDeclaration of ConformityAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15, Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and P

Appendix C: Notices 127FCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

128 Appendix C: NoticesWarrantyEpson America, Inc. Limited WarrantyBasic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp WarrantyWhat Is Covered: Epson America, Inc

Appendix C: Notices 129FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND

130 Appendix C: Notices

Index 131IndexAA/V Mute, 59A/V Mute button, 51, 106About menu, 99, 105Accessories, 6, 113Adapter, Macintosh, 5, 6, 21Air filtercleaning, 95 to 96order

6 WelcomeOptional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following optional accessories: * Visit the EPSON Store or cont

132 IndexEEasy Managementconfiguring the projector, 78 to 79monitoring the projector, 80 to 86problems, 112receiving e-mail alerts, 87 to 90system req

Index 133MMacintosh desktop adapter, 5, 6, 21Manuals, 2MenusAbout, 99, 105Audio, 71changing settings, 64 to 65default settings, restoring, 65User’s Lo

134 IndexQQuick Corner, using, 37 to 38RRaising image, 35Rear-screen projection, 74, 115Registration, 3Remote controlas wireless mouse, 56battery used

Index 135Troubleshootingblank screen, 31 to 33cut-off image, 108distorted image, 36 to 38Easy Management, 112image and sound problems, 106 to 111no si

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Focus ringRemote control receiverAir exhaust ventFoot release leverZoom ringTemperature lightLamp lightPower lightControl panelLens coverHandleAir fil

Focus ringRemote control receiverAir exhaust ventFoot release leverZoom ringTemperature lightLamp lightPower lightControl panelLens coverHandleAir fil

Setting Up the Projector 71Setting Up the ProjectorThis chapter gives you basic information on setting up the projector: where to position it and how

8 Setting Up the ProjectorPositioning the ProjectorIf you’re setting up the projector yourself and it isn’t already installed in the theater or confer

Setting Up the Projector 9Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely.

10 Setting Up the ProjectorConnecting to Video Equipment You can connect up to four video sources to the projector at the same time. Before starting,

Setting Up the Projector 11Connecting a Composite Video Source1. Locate the RCA-style video cable provided with the projector. 2. Connect the cable to

iiImportant Safety InformationWARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let

12 Setting Up the ProjectorConnecting an S-Video Source1. Locate an S-Video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment, or you can purch

Setting Up the Projector 13Connecting a Component Video Source1. Locate a component video cable (one may be included with your video equipment). Look

14 Setting Up the ProjectorConnecting an RGB Video SourceFollow these instructions to connect the projector to a video player that has an RGB video ou

Setting Up the Projector 15Connecting Using a BNC-style Cable1. Locate a BNC-style video cable (one may be included with your video equipment). 2. Con

16 Setting Up the ProjectorConnecting to a Computer You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor)

Setting Up the Projector 17Connecting to the Computer PortFollow these instructions:1. You can connect to the Computer port in three ways: using the

18 Setting Up the Projector3. If you’re using the optional BNC/VGA cable, connect the VGA connector to the projector’s Computer port and plug the BNC

Setting Up the Projector 19Connecting to the BNC Connectors1. Obtain a commercially available standard BNC cable. 2. Plug the BNC connectors into the

20 Setting Up the ProjectorConnecting to the DVI Port1. Obtain a DVI digital video cable (either DVI to DVI or DVI to DFP; see page 6 for details abou

Setting Up the Projector 21Using the Macintosh Desktop AdapterIf you have an older desktop Macintosh or PowerBook, the VGA cable may not fit when you

iiiContentsWelcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22 Setting Up the ProjectorConnecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter, you can use the

Setting Up the Projector 23Connecting an External MonitorIf you want to monitor your presentation close-up (on a monitor placed beside the projector)

24 Setting Up the ProjectorPlaying Sound Through the ProjectorYou can play sound through the projector’s speaker system, or you can attach an external

Setting Up the Projector 25Connecting External SpeakersTo connect speakers to the projector, follow these steps:1. Obtain the appropriate cable to con

26 Setting Up the Projector

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 271Displaying and Adjusting the ImageWhether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment, you need to foll

28 Displaying and Adjusting the ImageProjecting the ImageMake sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described in Chapter 1. Then follo

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 294. Press the red PPower button on top of the projector—or press the PPower button on the remote control.(If this

30 Displaying and Adjusting the ImageSelecting the Image SourceSelecting the image source lets you switch between images input from different pieces o

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 31Troubleshooting Display ProblemsFollow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image.You Can’t Pr

iv2 Displaying and Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . 27Projecting the Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Turning o

32 Displaying and Adjusting the Image If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously on both screens, you should check your monitor

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 33If 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

34 Displaying and Adjusting the ImageAdjusting the ImageOnce you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments: To focus or zoom your imag

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 35Adjusting the Height of Your ImageIf the image is too low on the screen, you can use the front adjustable foot to

36 Displaying and Adjusting the ImageAdjusting the Image ShapeIn most cases, you can maintain a square or rectangular image by placing the projector d

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 37Using Keystone CorrectionTo adjust your image when it is wider on one side, do the following: Look at the shapes

38 Displaying and Adjusting the ImageYou see this screen:5. Press the Enter button to select the corner you want to adjust.6. Use the pointer button

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 39Correcting Computer ImagesIf you’re connected to a computer and the image doesn’t look right, press the Auto butt

40 Displaying and Adjusting the ImageProjecting Images Without a ScreenEven if you don’t have a screen, you can project images onto surfaces like blac

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 41Adjusting Color Corrections for a New SurfaceAdjust the correction values if you’re projecting on a new surface o

vCreating Your Own Startup Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Capturing the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

42 Displaying and Adjusting the Image2. Use the pointer button to set Security Lock to ON. Then press the Enter button.3. Select Password and press

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 43Shutting Down the ProjectorWhen you’ve finished using the projector, follow the recommended procedure to shut it

44 Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Giving Your Presentation 451Giving Your PresentationThe projector includes a number of tools to enhance your presentation. All of them can be accessed

46 Giving Your PresentationActivating and Using the Remote ControlThe remote control has an on/off switch on its side, as shown. Before using the remo

Giving Your Presentation 47Using the Navigation ButtonsThe remote control has various buttons that let you navigate the projector’s help and menu syst

48 Giving Your PresentationReplacing the Batteries If the projector stops responding to the remote control, check the following: Make sure the remote

Giving Your Presentation 49Controlling the Picture and SoundYou can use the remote control to preview and select your picture sources, temporarily tur

50 Giving Your PresentationPreviewing Picture SourcesYou can use the Preview function to help you select the image source. 1. Press Preview on the rem

Giving Your Presentation 51Turning Off the Picture and Sound You can use the A/V Mute button on the remote control to turn off the image and sound and

viUsing EMP NetworkManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Selecting the Projectors to Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Setti

52 Giving Your Presentation3. Continue pressing the E-Zoom button to enlarge the selected area up to 4× .4. While the image is enlarged, you can: Us

Giving Your Presentation 533. Once the window is located and sized the way you want it, press the Enter button; your video continues playing on the sc

54 Giving Your PresentationHighlighting Your PresentationYou can display a pointer to call out something on the screen, or draw straight or curved lin

Giving Your Presentation 55Customizing the Pointer ToolsYou can customize the shape and size of each of the three pointer tools, select the color and

56 Giving Your PresentationOperating Your Computer with the Remote ControlIf you’ve connected a computer to the projector with a USB cable, as describ

Giving Your Presentation 57Creating Your Own Startup ScreenYou can transfer any image from your computer or video source to the projector, and then us

58 Giving Your Presentation4. When you see the message Select this Image?, highlight Yes and press Enter. 5. Use the arrow buttons to select a zoom ra

Giving Your Presentation 59Choosing When to Display the Image After your image is saved, you can set it up as the startup screen, or the screen you se

60 Giving Your PresentationControlling Multiple ProjectorsIf you’re using more than one projector, you can control all the projectors—or just selected

Giving Your Presentation 61Setting the Remote Control IDThe remote control’s default ID is zero. If you need to change it, follow these steps:1. Press

viiCAppendix C: Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

62 Giving Your Presentation

Fine-tuning the Projector 631Fine-tuning the Projector You can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features. Thi

64 Fine-tuning the ProjectorUsing the Menu SystemYou can use the remote control (or the projector’s control panel) to access the menus and change sett

Fine-tuning the Projector 654. After highlighting the option you want to adjust, use the pointer button to change the setting. In some cases, you may

66 Fine-tuning the ProjectorAdjusting the Image QualityYou can use the Video menu to adjust the brightness, sharpness, color, tint, and contrast. If y

Fine-tuning the Projector 67 ColorAdjusts the color intensity, from black-and-white to full color (not available for RGB video images). TintAdjusts

68 Fine-tuning the Projector SyncAdjust this value if the image appears blurry or flickers. BrightnessLightens or darkens the overall image. Contra

Fine-tuning the Projector 69Adjusting the Image Size, Shape, and PositionWhether you’re projecting from a computer or video player, you can use these

70 Fine-tuning the ProjectorAdjusting the ColorThe projector provides several ways for you to adjust the color: Color Mode button (also in the Video

Fine-tuning the Projector 71Adjusting the SoundYou can use the Audio menu to adjust the sound volume or treble/bass balance. 1. Press the Menu button

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72 Fine-tuning the ProjectorCustomizing Projector FeaturesYou can use the menu system to change the video signal input at certain ports, turn sleep mo

Fine-tuning the Projector 73 BNC Sync Termination (in the Advanced2 menu)This setting should normally be left Off (for TTL input). If an analog (75-o

74 Fine-tuning the ProjectorMiscellaneous Setup Options No-Signal Msg. (in the Setting menu) Selects a screen color or image to display when the proj

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 751Managing the Projector from a Remote ComputerYour projector’s Easy Management software lets you monit

76 Managing the Projector from a Remote ComputerInstalling the Easy Management SoftwareThe projector software CD-ROM includes the software you need to

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 772. Click the button to advance to the next screen.3. If you want to receive e-mail notifications when

78 Managing the Projector from a Remote ComputerConnecting and Configuring the ProjectorBefore using the Easy Management software to manage your proje

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 795. If your network does not assign addresses automatically, turn off DHCP and enter the projector’s IP

80 Managing the Projector from a Remote ComputerUsing EMP MonitorEMP Monitor lets you manage all your projectors using a remote computer. This lets yo

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 81Registering a ProjectorBefore you can monitor a projector, you have to register it. Follow these steps

Welcome 1-WelcomeThe EPSON® PowerLite® 7800p is a versatile, lightweight projector designed to ensure that your presentations are easy and trouble-fre

82 Managing the Projector from a Remote ComputerAny projectors found on the network are listed as shown below:4. Select each projector you want to add

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 83You see the status of each of your registered projectors on the main EMP Monitor screen:Monitoring You

84 Managing the Projector from a Remote ComputerThe following table explains the meaning of the status icons:The following table explains the meaning

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 85The following table explains the meaning of the error icons (see Chapter 7 for recommended solutions t

86 Managing the Projector from a Remote ComputerConfiguring the Monitoring IntervalIf you need to have the most current status information about your

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 87Using EMP NetworkManagerYou can use EMP NetworkManager to send out messages by e-mail, notifying you w

88 Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer3. Enter the projector’s IP address and click Add. The projector’s icon is added to the EMP NetworkMan

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 893. EMP NetworkManager connects to the projector, and you see this screen: 4. Verify that the network s

90 Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer6. Select ON for the Mail Notification setting.7. Enter the IP address and port number of the SMTP ser

Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 91Understanding the Notification MessagesIf a projector experiences a problem, it sends an e-mail messag