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EPSON PowerLite 7350 projector user manual

1. Accessing the Main Menu To display the M ain menu press the Menu button on the control panel or the remote control The M ain menu displays Position Adjustment Audio EA a E LE El feet i i Bright Coatrast REE Adjustment Sharpness About Reso lution iieto tanga select Eain Preset Select fest Execute Press the M enu button again to hide the menu As you select a menu a submenu of options appears to the right The options available in some submenus vary depending on whether the current image source is the computer or a video source The illustration above shows a list of submenus for the Video menu when the image source is the computer Accessing the Main Menu 85 86 Changing a Menu Setting To change a menu setting 1 Press the Menu button on the control panel or remote control to display the M ain menu 2 Pressthe up or down arrows control panel or press up or down on the Enter button remote control to scroll through the menu choices Power Help i O Computer A ymute Resize Video up and down buttons Keystone O Shift Volume 3 Using the Projector Menus 3 Press the Enter button to display a submenu Enter button 4 Pressthe up or down arrows control panel or up or down on the Enter button remote control to scroll through the submenu choices 5 Press either the left or right arrow buttons control panel or right or left
2. Volume Treble Bass 3D Sound Reset Adjusts the volume level for the speakers and audio out terminal Increase the setting to raise the volume or decrease it to lower the volume Adjusts the treble tone of the speakers Press the right arrow button on the control panel or press right on the remote s Enter button to increase the treble tone press the control panel s left arrow button or left on the remote s Enter button to decrease the treble tone Adjusts the bass tone of the speakers See Treble for details Adjusts the speakers stereo input For a more expansive stereo sound increase this setting Retums all Audio menu items to their initial factory defaults Select this item and then press the Enter button to display the confirmation screen Next select Yes and then press the Enter button to reset the Audio menu If you change your mind select No and then press the Enter button to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings 3 Using the Projector Menus Effect Menu The Effect menu lets you modify the effects assigned to the remote control Effects buttons Menu item Description Cursor Stamp Box Marker Cursor Speed Reset Selects the stamp you want to use as the cursor graphic and a zoom rate Selects a box color Selects the free line color and width Adjusts the cursor speed to Low Middle or High Retums all Effect menu items to their initial
3. Display Reset Description Adjusts a trapezoid distorted image to normal Temporarily displays a prompt on the projector screen identifying which source computer or video is providing the image Turns the lamp power on or off when there is no input source Selects the image source composite or S Video for the P in P subscreen Specifies the input image signal mode as either RGB or Y R Y B Y Specifies whether a black screen a blue screen or a user logo displays when the screen is blanked Displays a blue black or user logo screen when the audio video is tumed off Displays the test pattern currently selected Resets all fields to their default values 4 Using ELP Link IV Advanced Tab Option Description Startup Displays your user logo during the projector s startup Screen Color Setting Adjusts the whiteness of the screen Positive color temperature values provide a cold white negative values provide a warmer white Project From Specifies that you want to project from the Ceiling or Rear Projection Cursor Speed Specifies a cursor speed Video Signal Specifies the input image signal mode You can select AUTO NTSC NTSC 4 43 NTSC50 PAL PAL N PAL M PAL 60 or SECAM Pattern Displays the test pattern currently selected Display Reset Resets all fields to their default values About Tab Option Description Lamp Displays the number of hours the current lamp has been used Fre
4. NTSC PAL PAL M PAL N SECAM UHE Ultra H igh Efficiency 150 W 1500 2000 hours typical ELPLP09 Remote Control Range Batteries Mouse Compatibility Remote IR Receiver Mechanical H eight W idth D epth W eight Electrical Rated frequency Power supply Power consumption Environmental Temperature 32 8 feet 10 meters Alkaline AA 2 Supports PS 2 U SB serial AD B Supports EPSON Remote IR Receiver 10 foot cable typical for rear screen projection 5 1 inches 129 mm 11 8 inches 300 mm 15 8 inches 400 mm 13 8 Ib 6 2 kg 50 60 Hz 100 to 120 VAC 2 4 A 200 to 240 VAC 1 2 A O perating 200 W Standby 8 4 W O perating 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C non condensing Storage 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C non condensing 155 156 H umidity Safety United States Canada Supported Monitor Displays Operating 20 to 80 RH non condensing Storage 10 to 90 RH non condensing FCC Part 15 Class B UL1950 Rev 3 DOC SOR 88 475 CSA C22 2 No 950 Rev 3 The following table lists the display formats supported by the projector Mode Resolution Frequency Dot H KHz V Hz MHz VGACGA 640 x 400 31 46 70 25 175 VGAEGA 640 x 350 31 46 70 25 175 NEC400 640 x 400 24 83 56 65 21 053 VGA60 640 x 480 31 469 59 94 25 175 VGA72 640 x 480 37 861 72 809 31 5 VGA75 640 x 480 37 5 75 31 5 VGA85 640 x 480 48 269 85 008 36 7 Technical Spe
5. Always transport the projector in its original packaging or the equivalent or use a carrying case if you are carrying the projector by hand See page 141 for instructions Additional Components Depending on how you plan to use the projector you may need additional components a Toreceivean S Video signal you need an S Video cable O neis usually provided with your video device A separate cable is required for each video source a To connect a second computer you need a computer video and audio cable 16 1 Setting Up the Projector To connect the projector to aM acintosh PowerBook you may need a video out cable O ne is provided by or can be purchased from Apple for all new PowerBooks that have video out capability If your PowerBook does not include one see your M acintosh dealer You can not currently use the ELP Link IV software with a Power M acintosh G3 or iM ac Check with your dealer for future support To connect the projector to an external sound system you need an RCA to 3 5 mm stereo audio cable You can obtain one from your computer dealer To connect the mouse cable to your computer you may require a special connector cable or other components You can obtain these items from your computer dealer N ote Y ou can connect a Kensington M icroSaver anti theft devicein the hole on the projector s right side Contact your computer dealer Unpacking the Projector 17 18
6. Troubleshooting image and sound problems 148 to 151 projector problems 144 to 146 remote control problems 147 Turning the projector on and off 58 to 59 U U npacking projector 14 to 16 U ser logo creating 129 to 132 V VCR adjusting the projected image 90 to 91 99 VGA 163 Video adjusting projected image for 90 jacks 54 menus 83 88 to 91 Video source connecting projector to 52 to 55 Volume 92 117 121 W Warning lights 80 to 81 144 to 146 Index W orkstations connecting projector to 52 World Wide W eb 7 X XGA 163 Z Zoom ratio 154 pwrlte5 eps i 7300_O1w eps i 7300_01 tif 1200 dpi 1 7300_O1w eps 1 7300_O1w eps 11 7300_01 eps 12 mac2 eps 12 batteries EPS 12 09 eps 12 ll eps 12 07b eps 12 O7a eps 12 O5a eps 13 O5a eps 13 10 eps 13 O8a EPS 13 06a EPS 13 06b EPS 13 O5b EPS 13 O8bmac serial EPS 13 CD eps 13 03 eps 19 7300_04 eps 20 13 eps 21 12 eps 21 7300_05 eps 22 14 eps 23 15 eps 23 17 eps 24 7300_06 eps 25 7300_07 eps 26 7300_08 eps 27 14a EPS 28 15 eps 28 17 eps 29 7300_09 eps 30 7300_10 eps 32 12a EPS 33 mac6 eps 33 macl eps 34 mac5 EPS 35 7300_11 eps 36 14b EPS 37 15 eps 37 mac3 EPS 38 Em 18 147 dpi 38 Em 17 148 dpi 38 7300_12 eps 39 7300_13 eps 41 12a EPS 42 mac6 eps 42 macl eps 43 mac4 eps 44 7300_14 eps 45 14a EPS 46 15 eps 46 mac7 eps 47 mac3 EPS 47 Em 18 147 dpi 47 Em 17 148 dpi 47 7300_15 eps 48 c
7. on the PowerLite 7250 or 7350 or higher than 800 x 600 on the PowerLite 5350 the image is resized See page 70 for information on resizing If the computer output is not compatible with this resizing choose a different display setting as follows Windows In Windows 3 x use Windows Setup in the M ain program group In Windows 95 98 right click on the desktop select Properties click the Settings tab and use the dialog box to select the resolution you want 6 Troubleshooting M acintosh For aM acintosh choose Control Panels under the Apple menu and then choose Monitors In the M onitors screen choose Options and make sure M acintosh H i Res Display or another 1024 x 768 PowerLite 7250 or 7350 and 800 x 600 PowerLite 5350 display is selected For supported display settings see Supported M onitor Displays on page 156 You also may need to modify existing presentation files if you created them for a different resolution See your software manual for specific information The message NO SIGNAL is displayed An image source not connected to the projector is selected the signal is not being output from the computer or the signal is not reaching the projector M ake sure the connectors are securely attached to both the projector and the image source T hen check that the image source is selected correctly If your projector is attached to a M acintosh make sure that the DIP switches on your M acintosh desktop
8. optimum screen geometry Pressthe Keystone button on the control pand to correct up to a 20 tilt maintaining an aspect ratio of 4 3 Using the ELP Link IV software you can correct up to a 30 tilt Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image 69 Resizing the Projected Image The Resize button lets you select the projection method for certain types of image signals input from a computer Press the Resize button on the control panel or the remote control to select one of the following projection methods for your projector PowerLite 5350 With images less than SVGA 800 x 600 you can either display the image in the center of the projection area or display it full size With images greater than SV GA size up to 1024 x 768 pixels you can project the entire image in a compressed format If you keep pressing the Resize button the projector will pan around areas of the image T he projector automatically reduces the image size to the projector s maximum resolution Note T he Resize button cannot be used with images at SVGA 800 x 600 resolution PowerLite 7250 and PowerLite 7350 With images less than XGA 1024 x 768 you can either display the image in the center of the projection area or display it full size With images greater than XGA size up to 1600 x 1200 pixels you can project the entire image in a compressed format If you keep pressing the Resize button the projector will pan around areas of the image
9. 119 menu option 89 saturation 91 119 COM port changing 106 CompuServe 7 Computer connector pin assignments 160 Computer adjusting projected image for 88 to 91 Connecting projector to adesktop M acintosh 34 to 42 to adesktop PC 22 to 28 to ahigh end workstation 52 to alaptop PC 29 to 33 to a PA system 56 to 57 to a PowerBook 43 to 51 to a video source 52 to 55 to an external speaker 56 to 57 Connector pin assignments 160 Contrast 89 91 117 119 120 161 Control panel buttons 77 Index functions 77 using 77 to 79 Cursor changing shape 109 114 Customizing the Effects buttons 107 to 115 D DIP switches 36 45 D isplay formats supported 156 to 159 Distance from projector to screen 19 to 20 62 to 67 D rawing screen graphics 108 to 110 113 E Effects buttons assigning functions 111 customizing 107 to 115 function options 113 to 115 functions list 107 to 110 saving and recalling assignments 116 Electrical specifications 155 Ellipse 108 113 ELP Link IV software installing 102 to 104 launching 106 Environmental specifications 155 EPSON support 8 External speakers 56 to 57 F FaxAdvice EPSON 8 Features 1 to 2 Feet raising or lowering 69 Focusing 68 to 69 Formats supported display 156 to 159 Freeze button 75 FTP site EPSON 7 G Graphics drawing screen 108 to 109 113 to 114 H Help EPSON 8 High end workstation 52 H umidity re
10. First check that the volume setting is not turned all the way down and that the audio video cable is securely attached to both the projector and the audio source Also make sure that the A V M ute button is not enabled T he wrong source is selected Press the Computer button on the control panel to select the proper source Problems with the Image or Sound 151 152 6 Troubleshooting Technical Specifications General T ype of display Size of liquid crystal panels Lens Resolution Color reproduction Brightness typical Poly silicon T hin Film Transistor TFT Diagonal 1 3 inches 33 6 mm F 2 0 2 3 f 55 72 mm PowerLite 5350 SVGA 800 x 600 pixels PowerLite 7250 7350 XGA 1024 x 768 pixels 24 bit 16 7 million colors PowerLite 5350 1500 lumens AN SI PowerLite 7250 1300 lumens AN SI PowerLite 7350 1600 lumens AN SI 153 Image size Projection distance Projection methods Internal speaker system O ptical aspect ratio Zoom ratio Tilt angle Supported video interface standards Projection Lamp Type Power consumption Lamp life Part number 154 7 Technical Specifications W ide angle 23 to 300 inches at 3 9 to 40 6 feet distance T ele angle 23 to 230 inches at 5 1 to 54 feet distance 3 18 to 54 8 feet 1 18 to 16 7 meters Front rear upside down ceiling mount 3 x 3 W stereo output 2 x3 W 8 ohm speakers 4 3 horizontal vertical 1 1 3 0 to 12
11. Logo Setting window appears 2 Choose the Open command from the File menu The O pen dialog appears 3 Locate and open a bitmap or logo bmp or lgo file T he selected image appears in the display area 4 Tocrop the image click the Selecting Area button The Selecting U ser Logo Area window appears Controlling Projector Features 129 130 Colon IMAGInG D rag the mouse over the area you want to use as your logo Click OK to accept the changes T he U ser s Logo window reappears To increase or decrease the size at which the logo displays select a zoom percentage from the Zoom dropdown menu Choose the Save command from the File menu to automatically save the logo to your hard disk To save the logo under a different file name choose the Save As command Note You mug save logo files using the extension lgo To download a logo file to the projector choose the Sending User Logo command from the Projector menu W hen the confirmation message displays click Yes 4 e Using ELP Link IV Creating Cursor Stamps You can create or edit a cursor or stamp from the Cursor Stamp Setting window 1 Choose the Cursor Stamp Setting option from the Select Screen dropdown menu T he Cursor Stamp Setting window appears Controlling Projector Features 131 2 Click the Edit button The Cursor Stamp edit window appears 3 Create anew cursor stamp using the pencil line square ellipse a
12. T he projector automatically reduces the image size to the projector s maximum resolution Note The Resize button cannot be used with images at XGA 1024 x 768 resolution 2 e Using the Projector Sleep Mode Sleep mode conserves electricity by automatically turning off the lamp after the projector has not been used for 30 minutes In sleep mode the projector s power status indicator is orange and only aminimum amount of the projector s circuitry remains on T his conserves electricity cools the projector and extends the life of the lamp W hen the projector isin sleep mode you can press the Power button to start proj Controlling You proj m o Oaodaoaoo a oO ecting images or you can unplug the projector s power cord the Projector can use the remote control or the control panel on top of the ector to perform the following actions Turn the power on or off Automatically set up the computer image Switch between input images Computer 1 Computer 2 or Video Access the projector menus to adjust the image audio video and display settings Resize the projected image Freeze the display remote control only Temporarily display a blank screen Adjust or mute audio video output Use custom functions remote control only M ove the mouse pointer remote control only View online help Sleep Mode 71 72 Using the Remote Control Freeze IR Output AN Mute Power E Zo
13. a free style line on the screen Press the Effects button assigned to this effect Move the cursor using the remote Enter button to draw the line Press the Enter button to set the line end position To draw another line move the cursor away from the line you just created and press the Enter button again to start the new line Line Draws a straight line on the screen Press the Effects button assigned to this effect Then press the Enter button once to define the line start position Move the cursor using the remote Enter button and then the Enter button again to define the line end position To draw another line move the cursor away from the line you just created and press the Enter button again to define the new line start position Ellipse Draws an ellipse oval on the screen Press the Effects button assigned to this effect Then press the Enter button once to define the start position of the ellipse Move the cursor using the remote Enter button Then press the Enter button again to define the end position of the ellipse To draw another ellipse move the cursor away from the one you just created and press the Enter button again to define the start position for the new ellipse 4 Using ELP Link IV Function Description and usage Square Bar Stamp Cursor Change Sound Draws a square on the screen Press the Effects button assigned to this effect Then press the Enter button once to define the posi
14. adapter are set correctly See your M acintosh documentation if you need instructions When NO SIGNAL is displayed you cannot access the Video menu A blank screen is displayed The computer signal cannot be interpreted by the projector Verify the display format see page 156 When you see a blank screen you cannot access the projector menus Problems with the Image or Sound 150 Theimage or parts of the image are blurred or not in focus Adjust the Brightness and C ontrast settings on the Video menu If you re viewing a computer image also try adjusting the T racking and Sync buttons on the projector s control panel T here may be dirt or smears on the lens Clean the lens as described on page 136 The image quality is poor on a laptop computer T he video signal may be split between the computer and the projector If you notice a decline in the projected image quality when the image is displayed simultaneously on your laptop computer and the projector turn off the laptop LCD display Thecolors of the image are not right The color balance may be incorrect If you re displaying a computer image use the Color option in the Video menu to adjust the balance of red green and blue If you re displaying video adjust the Saturation and Tint NTSC only settings on the Video menu Check your monitor s color balance if you re displaying a computer image 6 Troubleshooting Thereis no sound
15. cable with the M acintosh desktop adapter attached to the video port on the Macintosh Connecting to a Computer 37 5 To also view the video on the computer s monitor attach the large end of the M acintosh monitor adapter to the monitor cable and connect the other end of the adapter to the projector s Computer Out port 6 Tighten the screws on all the connectors 38 1 Setting Up the Projector Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software you need to connect the main cable It provides connectors for o TheMacmouseor USB cable to use the remote control asa mouse Oo TheM ac serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software Refer to this illustration while following the steps below main cable Connecting to a Computer 39 1 Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector s Mouse Com 1 port Use the Mouse Com 2 port to connect a second computer 2 Tousetheremote control as a wireless mouse connect one end of the projector s M ac mouse or USB cable to the MOUSE terminal on the large end of the main cable 3 Disconnect your M acintosh s mouse cable C onnect the other end of the projector s M ac mouse or USB cable to the mouse or U SB port on your M acintosh 40 1 Setting Up the Projector 4 TousetheELP Link IV software or to program new effects for the 5 Effects buttons on the
16. confirmation message displays click Yes Click on the cursor shape to be used To create a new cursor image click New The Cursor Edit screen displays allowing you to create a new cursor using the line pencil square ellipse and color tools To add the cursor to the collection click Add To close the screen choose Close from the File menu To edit a cursor select it and then click Edit After making your changes click Save You have the option to save the cursor as a new cursor image leaving the original intact or to overwrite the existing cursor To close the screen choose Close from the File menu To delete a cursor select it and then click Delete When the confirmation message displays click Yes Click Refer To to choose the desired wav file After selecting the file click Open To test the sound click the Play button 4 e Using ELP Link IV Function Options Description Spotlight Width Specify the line width from 1 to 300 points Color Choose a color for the bar Transparent Check this box to make the background text or image visible through the spotlight Screen Clear No options available Key Macro Enter up to 16 characters including combinations such as Ctr A in the Key to Enter field The Backspace and Delete keys are also recorded After entering the desired key press Enter Click the Delete All button to clear the current key assignment Note Although you can save multiple sets of
17. factory defaults Select this item and then press the Enter button to display the confirmation screen Next select Yes and then press the Enter button to reset the Effect menu If you change your mind select No and then press the Enter button to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings Setting Menu T he Setting menu allows you to set or adjust various projector options Menu item Description Keystone PinP Adjusts a trapezoid distorted image to a 4 3 rectangle Selects the image source composite or S Video for the P in P subscreen Effect Menu 93 94 Menu item Description Message Specifies whether a black screen a blue screen or a user logo displays when the screen is blanked Prompt Displays a temporary message computer or video identifying the image source A N Mute Displays a blue black or user logo screen when the audio video is tumed off BNC Specifies the format for BNC input If the source is computer select RGB If the source is video select YcrCb BNC will not display if the optional Video I F board is not installed DPMS Turns the lamp power on or off when there is no input source Power Savings Reset Retums all Setting menu items to their initial factory defaults Select this item and then press the Enter button to display the confirmation screen Next select Yes and then press the Enter button to reset the Setting menu If you change yo
18. is too bright A certain type of fluorescent light is present A strong light source such as direct sunlight shines into the infrared receiver a Other equipment emitting infrared energy is present such asa radiant room heater OOO n 2 e Using the Projector Correct these conditions to use the remote control or control the projector from a computer The following table summarizes the remote control functions Button Function Power Starts or stops the projector Freeze Keeps the current computer or video image on the screen A N Mute Tums off the audio and video displaying either the black blue or user logo background E Zoom Enlarges or reduces the image size from 1x to 4x Pressing the right side of the button enlarges the image pressing the left side of the button reduces the image To display a portion of an enlarged image which is outside of the display area press the Enter button and scroll the image to the desired location RC On Off Tums the remote control on or off Effects buttons Enter Pointer button Illumination Esc Menu Use to display preprogrammed special effects Additional effects can be programmed using the ELP Link IV software or control panel menu options See page 107 for instructions Use the Enter button to navigate the menus or use the remote as a mouse pointer when the projector is connected to the computer with the main cable and the mouse cable When the image sou
19. of Africa Sleep mode A power saving feature in which the projection lamp is turned off when the projector has not been used for 30 minutes In sleep mode only aminimum amount of the projector s circuitry remains on SVGA Super Video Graphics Array SVGA provides higher resolution than VGA SXGA Super Extended Graphics Array SXGA provides higher resolution than XGA Glossary VGA Video Graphics Array A high resolution display adapter that provides a variety of video modes XGA Extended Graphics Array IBM s next generation display adapter XGA provides higher resolution than VGA UXGA Ultra Extended Graphics Array UXGA provides higher resolution than SXGA 163 164 Glossary Numerics 3D Sound 92 121 A About menu 99 Accessories 4 to 5 9 Air filter cleaning 137 to 138 Amplification 56 to 57 Anti theft device 17 Audio connecting desktop 28 42 connecting laptop 33 connecting PowerBook 51 menu 83 92 B Bar function 114 Bass 92 121 Batteries installing 18 to 19 BNC Format 94 122 Brightness 89 91 117 119 120 153 161 Buttons control panel 77 86 95 customizing the Effects buttons 107 to 116 remote control 72 to 75 86 95 C Cables 4 to 5 14 to 17 Camcorder adjusting the projected image 90 to 91 Case cleaning 136 Ceiling hanging the projector from 94 Cleaning air filter 137 to 138 lens 136 projector case 136 Color balance 91
20. only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter If any other part needs replacing contact your dealer or a qualified service person 135 Warning Before you clean any part of the projector turn off the projector and unplug the power cord N ever open any cover on the projector except the lamp and filter covers D angerous electrical voltagesin the projector can injure you vedy D o not try to rvice this product yourself except as specifically explained in this U ser s Guide Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnd Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface Lightly wipe the lens surface with a soft dry lint free cloth To remove dirt or smears on the lens moisten a soft cloth with an alcohol based cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface Cleaning the Projector Case To clean the projector case first unplug the power cord To remove dirt or dust wipe the case with a soft dry lint free cloth To remove stubborn dirt or stains moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent Then wipe the case Do not use alcohol benzene thinner or other chemical detergents T hese can cause the case to warp 5 e Maintenance Cleaning the Air Filter Clean the air filter at the bottom of the projector after every 100 hours of use If it isnot cleaned periodically it can become clogged with dust preventing proper ventilation T his can cause overheating
21. remote control connect one end of the M ac serial cable to the M ac SERIAL terminal on the large end of the main cable Connect the other end of the M ac serial cableto the Q printer or 5 modem port on the back of your M acintosh Connecting to a Computer 41 Connecting the Audio Cable 1 If you will be using audio connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 jack on the projector Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting asecond computer Audio 1 jack audio cable 2 Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio out port on your computer 42 1 Setting Up the Projector Connecting to a PowerBook Your PowerBook must have video out capability in order to connect to the projector To connect the projector to your PowerBook you need to a Connect the projector video cable Connect the mouse and or serial cable if you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software a Connect the audio cable if you ll be projecting with audio Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect Before beginning turn off the projector and computer if they are on Note PowerBook configurations vary so the location of your computer s ports may not match the illustrations See your PowerBook manual for the port locations if necessary Connecting to a Computer 43 Connecting the Video Cable First connect the projector video cable Refer to this illustrati
22. size of an image when you know the projection distance o Inches M aximum diagonal size 0 6124 x projection distance 1 5264 M inimum diagonal size 0 4556 x projection distance 1 1410 Centimeters M aximum diagonal size 0 6124 x projection distance 3 8771 M inimum diagonal size 0 4556 x projection distance 2 8981 To determine the projection distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image o q Inches M aximum projection distance 2 1949 x diagonal size 2 5044 Minimum projection distance 1 6328 x diagonal size 2 4923 Centimeters M aximum projection distance 2 1949 x diagonal size 6 3612 Minimum projection distance 1 6328 x diagonal size 6 3304 Positioning the Projector 65 For example here are the measurements for three installations Horizontal distance from projector to screen Image size diagonal Minimum Maximum 300 inches 762 cm 487 3 inches 12 4 m 656 0 inches 16 7 m 200 inches 508 cm 324 1 inches 8 2 m 436 5 inches 11 1 m 100 inches 254 cm 160 8 inches 4 1 m 217 1 inches 5 5 m For an image size of 300 inches the projector may be up to 54 feet away from the screen depending on the setting of the zoom ring Long Throw Zoom Lens Calculations If you are using the optional long throw zoom lens use the following formulas instead To determine the minimum and maximum diagonal size of an image when you know the projection di
23. to a Computer 29 2 Connect the other end of the video cable to the laptop s video monitor port 3 Tighten the screws on all connectors Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software you need to connect the main cable It provides connectors for a ThePS 2 or USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse a The serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software Refer to this illustration while following the steps below PS 2 or USB cable main cable 30 1 Setting Up the Projector 1 Connect the round end of the main cable to the projector s Mouse Com 1 port U se the Mouse Com 2 port if you are connecting a second computer and make sure the Computer 2 BN C video switch on the rear of the projector is set to the Computer 2 position To usethe remote control as a wireless mouse connect the PS 2 or USB cable included with the projector to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the main cable Connect the 6 pin mini DIN end of the PS 2 mouse cableto the external mouse port or connect the U SB cable to the USB port on your laptop Connecting to a Computer 31 Note If your laptop ussa serial mouse perform steps 2 and 3 using the PC serial mouse cable instead of the PS 2 or USB cable not shown in the illustration To usethe ELP Link IV software or to use the Effects buttons on the remote control connect on
24. to use the remote control as a mouse a TheM ac serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software Refer to this illustration while following the steps below Mac serial x cable Mouse Com 1 port Mac mouse or USB cable main cable 48 1 Setting Up the Projector 1 Connect the round end of the main cable to the projector s Mouse Com 1 port Use the Mouse Com 2 port if you are connecting a second computer and make sure the Computer 2 BN C video switch on the rear of the projector is set to Computer 2 2 To usethe remote control as a wireless mouse connect one end of the projector s M ac mouse or USB cable to the MOUSE terminal on the large end of the main cable Connecting to a Computer 49 50 3 Connect the other end of the M ac mouse or U SB cable to the mouse or USB port on the back of the PowerBook 4 TousetheELP Link IV software or program new effects for the Effects buttons on the remote control connect one end of the M ac serial cable to the MAC SERIAL terminal on the large end of the main cable 5 Connect the other end of the serial cable to the printer modem port on the back of your PowerBook 1 Setting Up the Projector Connecting the Audio Cable 1 If you will be using audio connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 jack on the projector Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer Audio 1 jack audio cable 2 Connect
25. water or sources of heat U se attachments only as recommended Use the type of power source indicated on the projector If you are not sure of the power available consult your dealer or power company Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged Placez le projecteur pr s d une prise de contacte ou la fiche peut re d branch e facilement Insert the projector s three wire grounding type plug into a properly grounded outlet If you havea two prong outlet contact an electrician to replace it Do not hold the plug with wet hands T ake the following precautions for the plug Failure to comply with these precautions could result in sparks or fire Do not insert the plug into an outlet with dust present a Insert the plug firmly into the outlet Safety Instructions 10 12 13 14 15 16 Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles T his can cause fire or electric shock Do not place the projector where the cord can be walked on This may result in fraying or damage to the plug Unplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning U se a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case T hey provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating D o not operate the projector on a sofa rug or other soft surface or in a closed in cabin
26. wireless microphone and satellite speakers You can purchase these accessories from your dealer or by calling EPSON Accessories at 800 873 7766 or visit our web site at www epsonsupplies com U S sales only In Canada please call 800 873 7766 for dealer referral Optional Accessories About This Guide T his guide describes how to set up and use the EPSON PowerLite 5350 PowerLite 7250 and PowerLite 7350 projectors The instructions pertain to all these models except where otherwise noted Chapter 1 Setting U p the Projector provides step by step instructions on how to set up your projector connect it to your computer video source or other optional equipment and turn it on Chapter 2 U sing the Projector explains how to position the projector relative to the screen focus and position the screen image control the projector using the remote control and the control panel and monitor the projector s operating status Chapter 3 U sing the Projector M enus describes how to use the projector s built in menus to adjust the color and image settings change the display of the projected image set and adjust various projector options and modify audio settings such as bass and treble Chapter 4 Using ELP Link IV explains how to usetheELP Link IV software to control the projector settings from the computer and use the special effects functions Chapter 5 M aintenance covers basic pro
27. zoom rate and then press Enter control panel or remote control User s Logo Menu 95 9 When the message D o you save this user logo appears select Yes and then press Enter control panel or remote control If you do not want to save the logo select No N ote Saving the logo may take a few moments Do not use the projector or other sources computer video speaker etc while the logo is being saved 10 When you see the message Saving the user logo is completed press the Menu or Enter button to redisplay the M ain menu Assigning the Logo to the A V Mute Button Follow these steps to assign the logo to the A V Mute button 1 Press the Menu button on the control panel or remote control to display the M ain menu if not already displayed 2 Select the Setting menu and then press the Enter button on the control panel or remote control 3 Select Blank from the A V M ute options and then highlight User Logo 4 Press the Menu button twice on the control panel or remote control N ow you can press the A V Mute button on the control panel or the remote control to display the user logo Press it again to turn off the logo 96 3 Using the Projector Menus Reset All Menu The Reset All menu lets you return all the projector settings to their default values Select Reset All and press the Enter button on the control button or remote control to display the confirmation screen Select Yes to re
28. 111 Setting Effects Options Once you have assigned functions to one or more Effects buttons you can specify detailed options for each function You can also modify the detailed options assigned to the pre programmed effects To set detailed options click on theoption you want to apply from the options displayed below the Effects T ype dropdown list T he options displayed depend on which functions are currently assigned to the Effects buttons Shoricul key on Geo oer To test a seting click the Test button and then click the left mouse button to start and stop each setting To end the test click the right mouse button If you are using the remote control as a mouse pointer use the Enter and Esc buttons respectively 4 e Using ELP Link IV The following table describes the options available for each function Function Options Description Free Line Width Specify the line width from 1 to 32 points Color Choose a color for the line Transparent Check this box to make the background text or image visible through the line Line Width Specify the line width from 1 to 32 points Grid Specify whether to have the line snap to the comers of agrid by entering the size of the sides of the box in pixels dots Color Choose a color for the line Transparent Check this box to make the background text or image visible through the line Ellipse Width Specify the line width from 1 to 32 points Color C
29. 26 Saving Projector Setting Files u uaaa 127 O pening a Projector Seting File 0 ccc cece cece ee eens 128 Creating a U ser LOO lt 2 seake ee inebee eee des weve ee SEVER Rees 129 Creating C ror StaMp Sa reaa i iaat eA ate raced Athos A eh lerg aes dp 131 Exiting the SoftWare ssania nek anes bia whew ba wh eae aaa wes 133 5 Maintenance 135 Cleaning thebes eeren ra st natal agg O a E tee reste te Rely re 136 Cleaning the Projector e602 ows 22a wei Blo id doa eid Pauw dene 136 Cleaning the Air Filter greta wt aia dictate cast aetna a distant tg Maes a reg 137 ReplacingtheLamp tte site a iets ok ee aah eee eee ahs 138 Transporting theProjector vy ce tectiteie ata te tae aie ir tay at osha Mite de ashe ie ce ih 141 6 Troubleshooting 143 Problems with the Projector 0 ccc cece eee eee tenet eens 144 Problems with the Remote Control 000 cee eee ee 147 Problems with the Image or Sound ccc cece eee eee eee eens 148 7 Technical Specifications 153 Glossary 161 viii Introduction Your EPSON PowerLite projector is a brilliant lightweight portable projector that allows you to project full color images and video onto a large screen for presentations You can connect it simultaneously to three image sources two computers or workstation sources plus one video source such asa VCR DVD player camcorder or digital camera You can also connect audio for each image source mages are displ
30. 480 15 734 59 940 13 5 ATSC HDTV720P 1280 x 720 44 955 59 940 74 176 SMPTE HDTV1080I 1920 x 1080 67 433 59 940 148 352 ANSI SM PTE 7 Technical Specifications Mode Resolution Frequency Dot H KHz V Hz MHz HDTV1080I 1920 x 1080 33 716 59 940 74 176 ANSI SM PTE NTSC SXGA 1366 x 438 15 734 60 28 486 NTSC XGA 1024 x 438 15 734 60 2 890 PAL SXGA 1366 x 512 15 625 50 28 846 PAL XGA 1024 x 512 15 625 50 21 154 SECAM SXGA 1366 x 512 15 625 50 28 846 SECAM XGA 1024 x 512 15 625 50 21 154 N ote T he frequencies of some computers may not allow the image to be displayed correctly 159 Computer 1 and 2 and Computer Out connector pin assignments The Computer 1 2 and Computer O ut connectors are female video RGB 15 pin micro D style connectors H ere are the pin assignments Input pin Computer Out Computer 1 and 2 connector signals connector signals 1 Red out red video Red video 2 Green out green video Green video 3 Blue out blue video Blue video 4 Reserved Monitor ID bit 2 5 GND GND 6 GND Red video GND 7 GND Green video GND 8 GND Blue video GND 9 Reserved 5 V 10 GND Synchronous GND 11 Reserved Monitor ID bit 0 12 Reserved SDA 13 Horizontal sync Horizontal sync 14 Vertical sync Vertical sync 15 Vertical sync Reserved 160 7 Technical Specifications Glossary Brightness T he balance of light and dark shades in an image
31. Centimeters M aximum projection distance 4 1122 x diagonal size 11 9430 Minimum projection distance 3 4721 x diagonal size 14 3256 Positioning the Projector 67 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image W hen an image appears on screen check that it isin focus and correctly positioned on the screen To focus the image rotate the focus ring the inside ring on the lens To adjust the size of the image rotate the zoom ring the outside ring Rotate the zoom ring clockwise to make the screen image larger or counterclockwise to make it smaller zoom ring focus ring 68 2 e Using the Projector If you need to raise or lower the image on the screen extend or retract the two feet at the bottom of the projector as follows 1 Stand behind the projector and support the front of it while you lift up on the foot adjust levers located above the feet T his unlocks the adjustable feet so they can move up and down Don t let the projector drop Caution D on t hold or lift the projector by itslens This can damage thelens 2 Whilelifting the levers raise or lower the projector until the screen image is correctly positioned 3 Release the levers to lock the feet in their new position 4 Ifyou want to fine tune the height of the projector turn the adjustable feet clockwise to raise the height and counterclockwise to lower the height Note You can also use the projector s K eystone function to hdp get
32. Component video T he recording and transmission of video using separate red green blue and synchronization signals Composite video A type of video signal that encodes picture luminance and synchronization information so it can be carried in one signal Contrast A measure of the tonal differences between the highlights and shadows of an image In a high contrast image light areas are very bright and dark areas are very dark with relatively few levels of gray between white and black C ontrast is decreased by adding grays NTSC A 525 line video broadcast format developed by the N ational Television Standards Committee NTSC is widely used in N orth America M exico and Japan 161 162 PAL Phase Alternation by Line A 625 line video broadcast format used in W estern Europe India China Australia N ew Zealand and parts of Africa Point A measurement of drawn or printed objects O ne point equals 1 72 inch Resolution A measure of the amount of detail contained in an image Resolution can be measured in dots per inch or in pixels Image sharpness and clarity improve as resolution increases RGB A type of color scheme that defines color as percentages of red green and blue S Video A type of video signal used in S VH S videotape formats It transmits luminance and color separately SECAM System Electronique pour C ouleur Avec M emoire A 625 line TV system used in France Eastern Europe Russia and parts
33. Connect the audio cable if you ll be projecting with audio Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect Before beginning turn off the projector and computer if they are on N otes a Macintosh configurations vary See your compute manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector a You can not currently usethe ELP Link IV software with a Power M acintosh G3 or iM ac Check with your dealer for future support 34 1 Setting Up the Projector Connecting the Video and Monitor Cables First connect the video and monitor cables Refer to this illustration as you follow the steps below Macintosh desktop adapter projector video cable Macintosh monitor cable monitor adapter Connecting to a Computer 35 1 Connect one end of the projector video cable to the projector s Computer 1 port Use the Computer 2 port if you are connecting a second computer 2 Remove the small cover on the M acintosh desktop adapter as shown below and set its DIP switches in accordance with the resolution you want to use such as 16 inch mode See your M acintosh documentation for instructions 36 1 Setting Up the Projector 3 Connect the small terminal of the M acintosh desktop adapter to the other end of the projector video cable 4 Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of the M acintosh T hen connect the projector video
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35. IV onlinehdp is available by choosing the Help Topics command from theH elp menu Starting the Program from Windows 1 If you have Windows 3 x double click the ELP Link IV program icon in the Windows 3 x ELP Link IV program group If you have Windows 95 98 or NT click Start then select Programs ELP Link IV and then click the ELP Link IV program icon The ELP Link IV program icon appears minimized at the bottom of your screen or on the taskbar if you re running Windows 95 98 or NT Starting ELP Link IV 105 Note If you sea prompt asking you to sdect a port or open the software with the projector disconnected it may be because the projector is disconnected or is connected to an incorrect COM port If you want to run the software without the projector connected select Unconnected and Execute If it is connected click Select a port and operate again Then slect theCOM port you reusing on the next reen 2 Click the minimized program icon The ELP Link IV main window appears Starting the Program on a Macintosh 1 Open theELP Link IV folder 2 Doubleclick the ELP Link IV icon If you re launching ELP Link IV for the first time select COM Port from the O ption menu then choose either the amp printer or amp modem port whichever port you connected the serial cable to Then open the O ption menu and select Property Setting to display the ELP Link IV main window Changing the COM Port Assignment If you
36. Installing the Remote Control Batteries You can use the remote control as a wireless mouse instead of your computer s mouse to control your presentation You can also use it to control the projector menus and use the Effects buttons Follow these steps to install the batteries in the remote control 1 Slide off the battery compartment cover 2 Insert thetwo AA batteries included with the projector M ake sure the polarity of the batteries is correct 1 Setting Up the Projector 3 Replace the battery compartment cover W hen replacing batteries take the following precautions a Donot mix old and new batteries a Replace batteries as soon as they run out If the batteries leak wipe away battery fluid with a soft cloth If fluid gets on your hands wash them immediately a Remove batteries if you will not be using the projector for a long period of time Before You Connect the Projector Before you start connecting the projector to your equipment decide where you will want to place your projector and computer or video source T he distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size Place the projector somewhere between 4 and 54 7 feet 1 2 and 16 7 meters away from the screen use the general guidelines in the table below to determine the proper distance For more precise calculations see Positioning the Projector on page 62 Caution D o not hold or lift the projector by the
37. Size and Projection Distance 1 eee ee es 65 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image 1 cece ee eee ee ees 68 Resizing the Projected Mage ccc cece eee tenet teens 70 Sleep MOU 2 3 Reser ste n N Senda E ae Se Rohe dake Mie each ie tates Mah 71 Controlling the Projector feu arena 35 2 ieee a acd wei a eae Sees 71 U sing the Remote control ccesncasdeenei ce cane ed waved ake 72 U sing the Control Pand nanunua aaa 77 Selecting a Computer 2 or BNC Video Source cece cece a 79 Projector Status Lights sass c cars ua eta ants dita ech shea eaten ded er death eceraawe 80 POWER LIQM isd etdieeu nr guredare gonad nga Aaa E A A eka ghia 80 Projection Lamp Light sc ateactreri Wteradeiees wotecateumaniaty aGonactd amp 4 areate me hate 81 Temperature Light Mkt steno RN Ott nananana 81 Using the Projector Menus 83 Accessing the M ain MG Siwy ackaw tal et ee te Layla ees See hae Gael ee Ae 85 Changing aM enu Setting 00 ccc ees 86 Video Menu ImageSource Computer cee eee 88 Video M enu Image Source Video 0 eens 90 A dio MERU a ste ah te oa A ae atl i kes a a A Rl 92 Effect INLINED ienee ear der PE dete Per aah E LO teed La abla 93 Setting MGM als mataara e Nets 32a T a aah Gaal Aa anette tales 93 User slog Mend crite net armen a wunnen Gn een ene wares we maare ds 94 Capturing and Saving a LOgO 4 sccrsenst la eitatAaecse ewe tinea biaik 95 Assigning the Logo to the A V M ute Button ce
38. Tab Video Input Option Tracking Sync Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Tint NTSC only Input Resolution Preset Patten Display Reset Description Adjusts tracking to remove vertical lines Adjusts the sync synchronization to remove screen flicker Adjusts screen brightness Adjusts screen contrast Adjusts screen sharpness Adjusts the balance of red green and blue in the image Adjusts the color tint Selects the signal format You can select AUTO PAL NTSC a specific resolution or a preset setting AUTO automatically adjusts the image to the signal received Saves and recalls up to five different session settings resolution tracking sync signal and position To save the current session settings choose the present number from the dropdown list and click OK Displays the test pattern currently selected Resets all fields to their default values 4 e Using ELP Link IV Audio Tab Option Volume Treble Bass 3D Sound Pattern Display Reset Description Adjusts the sound volume Adjusts the treble tone Adjusts the bass tone Adjusts stereo sound effects When you increase the number the stereo effect is enhanced Displays the test pattern currently selected Resets all fields to their default values Controlling Projector Features 121 122 Setting Tab Option Keystone Prompt DPMS Power Savings PinP BNC Message A N Mute Pattem
39. ableto useELP Link IV software if your system has only one serial port that is being used to support a serial mouse 5 Tighten the screws on all connectors Connecting to a Computer 27 Connecting the Audio Cable 28 1 If you will be using audio connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 jack on the projector Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting asecond computer Audio 1 jack audio cable 2 Connect the other end of the audio cable to the speaker or audio out port on the computer s sound card 1 Setting Up the Projector Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer To connect the projector to your PC laptop computer you need to a Connect the projector video cable a Connect the mouse and or serial cable if you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software a Connect the audio cable if you ll be projecting with audio Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect Before beginning turn off the projector and computer if they are on N ote Laptop configurations vary See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector Connecting the Video Cable First connect the projector s video cable to your laptop Computer 1 port 1 Connect one end of the projector video cable to the projector s Computer 1 port Use the Computer 2 port if you are connecting a second computer Connecting
40. and damage the projector T o clean the air filter follow these steps 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable 2 Turn the projector on its side so that the handleis on top and you can access the filter easily N ote Standing the projector with the handle at the top keeps dug from getting ina de the projector housing 3 Pull up on the filter cover tab to release the filter cover Remove the cover Cleaning the Air Filter 137 138 4 5 The filter is attached to the inside of the filter cover It is recommended that you use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment to clean the filter If you don t have one use a dry lint free cloth If the dirt is difficult to renove or if the filter is torn replace it Contact your dealer or call EPSON Accessories at 800 873 7766 in the U nited States and Canada to obtain a new one Replace the filter cover when you re done Replacing the Lamp T he projection lamp typically lasts for about 1500 to 2000 hours of use It is time to replace the lamp when Oo Oo o The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate The projection lamp light is either red or flashing orange and red alternately The message LAM P REPLACE appears on the screen when the projection lamp comes on after about 1500 hours of use To maintain projector brightness and image quality replace the lamp as soon as possible C
41. anel or remote control If none of the suggestions solves the problem call your dealer or contact EPSON as described on page 7 Problems with the Projector If you have problems with the projector first turn it off and unplug it Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector If this does not solve the problem check the warning lights at the top of the projector T hese lights alert you to problems with projector operation power light temperature light projector lamp light 144 6 Troubleshooting Light Color Meaning Temperature Flashing orange The projector is hot Red The projector is too hot and has tumed off automatically Flashing red There s a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor Call a service representative Projection Red or The lamp needs to be replaced See Replacing lamp flashing orange and red the Lamp in Chapter 5 for instructions Flashing red There s a problem with the projection lamp lamp power supply lamp fuse or a circuit malfunction in the projector Power Flashing green The projection lamp is warming up Flashing orange Green Orange Off The projection lamp is off and the projector is cooling down The projector is operating normally The projector is in sleep mode The projector has turned off automatically because of internal problems Contact your service representative Problems with the Projector 145 See the following pa
42. ayed in full color 16 770 000 colors at an SVGA resolution of 800 x 600 pixels on the PowerLite 5350 and an XGA resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels on the PowerLite 7250 and 7350 The projectors support a wide variety of video inputs from VGA to UXGA with resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 It produces bright images that can be easily seen in rooms light enough to take notes Your projector s two speakers employ a built in SRS 3D Sound System for rich powerful audio output You can even connect an external speaker when further amplification is required For your presentations you can select front rear or ceiling projection This provides maximum flexibility in choosing the best display method for each environment You control your projector through a hand held remote control unit with menus provided for image source switching and image adjustment T he remote control can also act as a wireless mouse to control operations on your computer screen during presentations Additionally you can install the projector s ELP Link IV software to control the projector s settings from your computer and enhance your presentations with special effects Your projector features a new patented SizeW ise chip for support of SVGA UGA XGA and SXGA PowerLite 5350 and XGA VGA SXGA and UXGA PowerLite 7250 and 7350 output N o matter what type of computer output is used the result is a full size video image of outstanding clarity T he projector su
43. ble It provides connectors for Oo ThePS 2 mouse or USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse a The serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software Refer to this illustration while following the steps below main cable Connecting to a Computer 25 1 Connect the round end of the main cable to the projector s Mouse Com 1 port Use the Mouse Com 2 port if you are connecting a second computer and make sure the Computer 2 BN C video switch on the rear of the projector is set to the Computer 2 position 2 Tousethe remote control as a wireless mouse connect the PS 2 mouse or USB cable included with the projector to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the main cable 3 Disconnect your mouse from the mouse port on the back of your computer and replace it with the other end of the PS 2 mouse or USB cable Your computer s mouse will be disabled while you are using the remote control as a mouse 1 Setting Up the Projector Note If your syten ussa serial mouse perform steps 2 and 3 using thePC mous sial cable instead of the PS 2 mouse or U SB cable not shown in the illustration 4 TousetheELP Link IV software or to program new effects for the Effects buttons on the remote control connect one end of the serial cable to the SERIAL terminal on the square end of the main cable Connect the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on the back of your computer Note You will not be
44. ce eee eee 96 Rw AM EenU H a eoi aiaa E ia Para EEA DE eect a eu edt 97 Advanced Menu nieis ecua i E o e E E EAE EEA EA 97 About M enu Image Source Computer n os 99 About M enu Image Source Video cece uaa 99 4 Using ELP Link IV 101 Installing the Software sssuuu nananana 102 Connecting Needed Cables n n uaaa 102 Installing the Software for WiNdOWS cc cece ee 102 Installing the Software for a M acintosh 1 cece eee eee 104 Starting ELP LINK IY ccce shes ce ia eet stuad a EDERA CERENA aes 105 Starting the Program from WindOWS 0c cece cece eee ee eens 105 Starting the Program on AM acintosh 1 eee ees 106 Changing theCOM PortAssignment cece cece ees 106 Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons cc cece eee eee 107 Function Description and U sage ieee eee eee eee eee 107 Assigning Functions tt erat eed nee eal eee a ioe MAMA aan INL 111 Sating Eff cts OPOS seanina eiue Parasia EE aa a ted 112 Assigning Functions to the Keyboard cc cece eee teens 115 Saving and Recalling Effects Button Assignments 0 cece nee 116 vii Controlling Projector Features a0 fa dea nev ave yiukea eae Pee a ews 117 Using the Quick Change Toolbar 0c cece eee 117 Changing Projector Settings ccc cece cece e nett aes 118 Changing the T eg Pattern Haas ac ar Sct nts eck Poteet racanaha dy ed vee tye ards 125 Specifying an Image GaMMa ta eats 3 aleadn dem aa 1
45. cedures for maintaining your projector in good working order and gives guidelines for transporting it Chapter 6 Troubleshooting describes how to interpret your projector s warning lights and gives helpful information for avoiding errors optimizing image quality and solving problems 6 Introduction Chapter 7 T echnical Specifications lists the technical specifications for the projector A Glossary and Index are provided at the end of the manual Where to Get Help If you are having trouble setting up or running your projector first see Chapter 6 Troubleshooting If you cannot resolve the problem EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services and automated telephone services 24 hours a day The following tables list the contact information Electronic Support Services Service Access World Wide Web EPSON Internet FTP Site EPSON Forum on CompuServe From the Internet you can reach EPSON s Home Page at http www epson com If you have Internet FTP capability use your Web browser or other software for FTP downloading to log onto ftp epson com with the user name anonymous and your e mail address as the password Members of CompuServe can type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Epson America Forum For a free introductory CompuServe membership call 800 848 8199 and ask for representative 529 Where to Get Help 7 Automated Teleph
46. chronizes with the tracking signal sent from the computer Adjust this setting to correct fuzziness or screen flicker 3 Using the Projector Menus Menu item Description Brightness Contrast Color Sharpness Resolution Preset Lightens or darkens the overall image Increase brightness to lighten an image or decrease it to darken the image Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas Increase the contrast to make light areas lighter and dark areas darker Decrease it to minimize the difference between light and dark areas Adjusts the color balance of the input source Select this item and then press the right arrow button control panel or press right on the Enter button remote control to enter the color adjustment mode Then use the Enter button or up and down buttons control panel to select a color Next use the Enter button or left and right buttons control panel to adjust the selected color Increase the color setting for more intense color on the screen and lower the setting for less intense color When you finish making adjustments press the Esc button to retum to the Video menu Adjusts the sharpness of the screen image Specifies the video signal In most cases this setting should be left at the Auto setting allowing the system to automatically detect the video signal If you want to specify a setting however you can select VGA SVGA XGA SXGA UXGA or TV HDTV Allo
47. cifications Mode Resolution Frequency Dot H KHz V Hz MHz SVGA56 800 x 600 35 156 56 25 36 SVGA60 800 x 600 37 879 60 317 40 SVGA72 800 x 600 48 077 72 188 50 SVGA75 800 x 600 46 875 75 49 5 SVGA85 800 x 600 53 674 85 061 56 25 XGA43i 1024 x 768 35 522 86 958 44 9 XGA60 1024 x 768 48 363 60 004 65 XGA70 1024 x 768 56 476 70 069 75 XGA75 1024 x 768 60 023 75 029 78 75 XGA85 1024 x 768 68 677 84 997 94 5 SXGA1_70 1152 x 864 63 851 70 012 94 5 SXGA1_75 1152 x 864 67 5 75 108 SXGA1_85 1152 x 864 77 094 84 002 121 5 SXGA2_60 1280 x 960 60 60 108 SXGA2_75 1280 x 960 75 75 126 SXGA2_85 1280 x 960 85 938 85 002 148 5 SXGA3_43i 1280 x 1024 46 433 86 871 78 75 SXGA3_60 1280 x 1024 63 981 60 02 108 SXGA3_75 1280 x 1024 79 976 75 025 135 SXGA_85 1280 x 1024 91 146 85 024 157 5 157 158 Mode Resolution Frequency Dot H KHz V Hz MHz UXGA48i 1600 x 1200 62 5 96 080 135 UXGA60 1600 x 1200 75 60 162 UXGA65 1600 x 1200 81 25 65 175 5 UXGA70 1600 x 1200 87 5 70 189 UXGA75 1600 x 1200 93 75 75 202 5 MACLC13 640 x 480 34 975 66 62 31 33 MACII13 640 x 480 35 66 67 30 24 MAC16 832 x 624 49 725 74 55 57 28 MAC19 60 1024 x 768 48 193 59 28 64 MAC19 1024 x 768 60 241 74 93 80 MAC21 1152 x 870 68 682 75 062 100 HDTV480P 720 x 483 31 469 59 940 27 ANSI SM PTE HDTV480P 704 x 480 31 469 59 940 27 ATSC HDTV480I 720 x 487 15 734 59 940 13 5 ANSI SM PTE HDTV4801 704 x
48. d may be trademarks of their respective owners EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks Copyright 1999 by Epson America Inc CPD 8871R2 Long Beach California USA 10 99 Important Information About Your Projector Important Safety Information WARNING N eve look into the projector lanswhen thelamp isturned on the bright light can damage your eyes N ever l children look into thelens when it ison N ever open any cover on the projector except the lamp and filter covers D angerous dectrical voltages ind de the projector can severely injure you Except as specifically explained in this U s s Guide do not attempt to service this product yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnd WARNING T heprojector and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any rix of suffocation Caution When you replace the lamp never touch the new lamp with your bare hands theinvisblereddue lat by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life U sea doth or glove to handle the new lamp Remote Control Information You can operate the projector by remote control via a line of sight infrared IR receiver at the front and rear of the projector T he projector may not respond to remote control commands under the following conditions There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR receiver on the projector Ambient light is too bright Certain types
49. did not select the correct COM communication port when setting up the software or if you have changed the COM port to which the projector is connected you can change the COM port setting from the ELP Link IV software 1 Point to Select Port and Reconnect in the O ptions menu 2 ChooseaCOM port from the list that appears 106 4 Using ELP Link IV Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons In addition to the preprogrammed effects you can also assign new functions to the remote control Effects buttons from the ELP Link IV main dialog box soe E m eae cement os in eg ed eet Function Description and Usage To assign a new function to an Effects button on the remote control click on the tab corresponding to the remote control Effects button you want to assign then choose a function for it from the dropdown menu Depending on the option selected you can then make detailed selections such as color shapes width and so on The table below describes these functions and how to use them Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons 107 108 Note T o program new effects for the Effects buttons the ELP Link IV software must be running Once you have pressed an Effects button you can check the effect by using ather your mouse or your remote control if you ve set up the remote control to function asa mous and the computer is connected to the projector Function Description and usage Free Line Draws
50. e end of the serial cable to the SERIAL terminal on the square end of the main cable Connect the other end of the serial cable to the serial port on the back of your computer Note You will not beableto useELP Link IV softwareif your laptop has only one serial port that is being used to support a serial mouse Configure your laptop to work with an external mouse N ote Y ou may have to s the display to appear on both the laptop s screen and the projector Some laptops let you change this setting with the keyboard s function keys or by using a setup utility provided by the computer manufacturer Check your laptop s manual or online help for instructions 1 Setting Up the Projector Connecting the Audio Cable 1 If you will be using audio connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 jack on the projector Use the Audio 2 jack if you are connecting asecond computer Audio 1 jack audio cable 2 Connect the other end of the audio cable to your laptop Note PC audio cable jack locations vary See your compute manual for the location of the audio jack needed to connect your projector Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh To connect the projector to your desktop M acintosh you need to a Connect the projector video cable and computer monitor cable a Connect the mouse and or serial cable if you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software a
51. e purchased from a third party vendor Any Apple PowerBook with video out capability PowerLite 7350 and 7250 only M ost high end workstations from Sun Silicon Graphics IBM and H ewlett Packard You may need an adapter cable to connect to some high end workstations see page 52 See the section that applies to your computer M ake sure both the computer and projector are turned off before you start W hen you have finished connecting all your components go to page 57 to turn on the projector and equipment T he illustration below identifies all the interface ports on the back of the projector you may want to refer to this as you connect your computer or other equipment to the projector Connecting to a Computer 21 Audio Out Audio 2 In Mouse Com 2 Rear IR Audio 1 In Receiver I Lt O T N C Q ee wa O Mousecom d Repeater Computer 2 Computer 1 S HD Sync VD L amp R Audio In Computer Out S Video In Composite Video In A C Power Inlet R R Y G Y G Sync B B Y Computer 2 or BNC Video Switch Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer To connect the projector to your PC desktop computer you need to a Connect the projector video cable and computer monitor cable a Connect the mouse and or serial cable if you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software a Connect the audio cable if yo
52. eo the About menu displays information about the projector s lamp hours and video signal Menu item Description Lamp Displays the number of hours the current lamp has been used Video Signal Displays the input image signal mode About Menu Image Source Computer 99 100 3 Using the Projector Menus Using ELP Link IV T he ELP Link IV softwareisa utility you can run from your desktop or laptop computer to control projector features and draw special graphics on your screen You can also use the software to reconfigure the special effects buttons on the remote control T his chapter describes how to q Install the software og Start ELP Link IV a Customize the remote control Effects buttons Control standard and special projector features 101 102 Installing the Software ELP Link IV software can be used with the following operating systems a Windows 3 1 a Windows 95 or 98 a WindowsNT 3 51 or 4 0 a Macintosh OS System 7 5 and OS System 8 x Connecting Needed Cables Before installing the software make sure the projector is properly connected to your computer See Chapter 1 for instructions on installing the main and serial cables needed to use the ELP Link IV software Installing the Software for Windows Follow these steps to install ELP Link IV for Windows 3 x Windows 95 or 98 or Windows NT 1 Turn on your computer and start Windows 2 Insert the Projector Software CD i
53. eps to install the software for the M acintosh Note You can not currently usethe ELP Link IV software with a Power M acintosh G3 or iMac Check with your dealer for future support 1 2 3 4 8 Insert the Projector Software CD into your CD ROM drive Open the CD ROM driveicon if necessary D ouble click the Installer icon You see a dialog box asking you to select a language for the software Select a language and click OK You see the Software License Agreement screen Read the agreement and click Accept You see the Program Install screen M ake sure ELP Link IV is selected and as necessary Acrobat Reader and then click OK You see the Folder to Install screen Select the folder where you want to install the software and click Install W hen the installation is finished close the ELP Installation folder N ote f you eve sect Unconnected and Execute from the O ption menu always uncheck the setting before exiting ELP Link IV s the program starts correctly the next time you use it 104 4 Using ELP Link IV Starting ELP Link IV Follow the steps in the appropriate section below to launch the software If you re using the remote control as a mouse use the Enter button to position the cursor and click the Enter button to launch the software N otes a Ifyou havea M acintosh your screens may look slightly different than the srensin this chapter a If you have questions while working with ELP Link
54. es You may also want to set up the projector for one or more of the following a Connect the mouse cable to use the remote control as a wireless mouse Except for some laptops this disables your computer s mouse If you are also viewing the display on your monitor you use the remote control s pointer to control the screen cursor Provide audio for one or both image sources T he audio source can be the computer video source or another device such as a stereo Connect to an external speaker or PA system to amplify the audio 13 Unpacking the Projector 14 W hen you unpack the projector make sure you have all these components 1 Setting Up the Projector Projector Remote control 2 AA batteries Power cord Projector video cable Audio cable Audio video A V cable M acintosh adapter set M acintosh desktop adapter M acintosh monitor adapter M ain cable for connecting a mouse cable to use the remote as a wireless mouse and or a serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software PS 2 mouse cable for the PC USB cable Serial mouse cable for the PC M ac mouse cable for the M acintosh PC serial cable Unpacking the Projector 15 q M acintosh serial cable Projector Software CD ROM You will not need all these components your configuration will determine which ones you need Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector in the future
55. et unless proper ventilation is provided N ever push objects of any kind through cabinet slots N ever spill liquid of any kind into the projector Except as specifically explained in this U se s Guide do not attempt to service this product yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel O pening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards U nplug the projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for extended periods Do not place the projector and remote control on top of heat producing equipment or in a heated place such as a car U nplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed a If liquid has been spilled into the projector or if it has been exposed to rain or water Introduction a If it doesnot operate normally when you follow the operating instructions or if it exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service q If it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged Safety Instructions 11 12 Introduction Setting Up the Projector T his chapter describes how to unpack your projector connect it to other equipment and turn everything on T he projector must be connected to a computer or a video source such asa VCR camcorder digital camera or laser disc player before it can project any imag
56. ext available number 1through 5 To recall a setting press the Preset button a second time and move to the desired session number To overwrite a saved setting move to the setting you want to replace and press Enter When the confirmation message displays choose Yes and press Enter Adjusts the volume 2 e Using the Projector Using the Control Panel Power Help O 9 Computer A ymute Resize Video Sync Keystone You can use the control panel to control the projector instead of the remote control H owever you can only access the custom features when you are using the remote control The following table summarizes the control panel functions Button Function Power Starts or stops projection Help Displays the online help menu Controlling the Projector 77 78 Button Function Computer A N Mute Resize Video Menu Esc Up down arrows Sync Sync Left right arrows tracking tracking Switches between Computer 1 and Computer 2 When the Computer 2 BNC switch on the back of the projector is set to BNC the source is switched to 5BNC Tums off the audio and video displaying the black blue or user logo background Switches the display dot mode and resize mode for VGA XGA SVGA and SXGA input You cannot resize the image if the input resolution matches the output resolution of the projector SVGA for the PowerLite 5350 or XGA for the Powe
57. g from the ceiling 94 98 lamp specifications 154 parts identified 62 positioning 19 to 20 62 to 67 positioning the screen image 68 to 69 88 90 119 problems 144 to 146 setting up 13 to 57 status lights 80 to 81 144 to 146 turning on and off 58 to 59 unpacking 14 to 16 using the Quick ChangeT oolbar 117 Projector case cleaning 136 Projector Setting window 117 Prompt menu option 93 Quick ChangeT oolbar 117 R Rear projection 97 123 Remote control buttons 72 to 75 86 95 customizing the Effects buttons 107 to 116 functions 75 problems 147 specifications 155 using 3 72 to 75 Replacing the lamp 138 to 140 Reset All menu 97 Resize button 70 Resolution 153 162 S Safety instructions 9 to 11 Screen image problems 148 to 151 Sleep mode 3 71 162 Software installing 102 to 104 launching 106 using 130 132 Sound problems 150 Speakers adjusting the tone 92 121 adjusting the volume 92 121 connecting projector to 56 to 57 Specifications electrical 155 environmental 155 general 153 to 154 lamp 154 mechanical 155 remote control 155 safety 156 Stamp function 109 114 Status lights 80 to 81 144 to 146 Support technical 8 S Video signal 16 162 Sync 88 119 120 T T emperature light 81 144 to 146 requirements 155 Tes pattern changing 125 displaying 119 120 Tint 91 Tone adjusting 92 121 Toolbar using 117 Tracking 88 119 120 Treble 92 121
58. ges for information on what to do when you see these warning lights or encounter other specific problems with the projector The power light is flashing orange and you cannot turn on the projector Thelamp is cooling down W ait until the light turns off and then turn on the projector The power light does not come on Turn off the projector check that the power cable is connected securely both at the power outlet and the projector and press the Power button again Try removing and reseating the lamp Projected images get darker or start to deteriorate or the projection lamp light is red Replace the projector lamp as described in Chapter 5 The temperature light is red The projector is overheating which turns the lamp off automatically Let the projector cool for a few minutes then turn it back on M ake sure nothing is blocking the ventilation vents The air filter may be clogged Clean it as described in Chapter 5 and then let the projector cool for awhile If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or internal circuits Contact a qualified service person Warning Except as specifically explained in this U ser s Guide do not attempt to service this product yoursef 146 6 Troubleshooting Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn t respond to remote control commands M ake sure the remote control
59. hoose a color for the line Transparent Click this check box to make the background text or image visible through the ellipse Fill Check this box to fill the ellipse with color Square Width Specify the line width from 1 to 32 points Color Choose a color for the line Transparent Check this box to make the background text or image visible through the square Fill Check this box to fill the square with color Track Shape Check this box to round the comers of the square Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons 113 114 Function Options Description Bar Stamp Cursor Change Sound Width Specify the line width from 1 to 300 points Color Choose a color for the bar Direction Choose Horizontal or Vertical Transparent Check this box to make the background text or image visible through the bar Click on the stamp to be used To create a new stamp click New The Stamp Edit screen appears allowing you to create a new stamp using the line pencil square ellipse and color tools To add the stamp to the collection click Add To close the screen choose Close from the File menu To edit a stamp select it and then click Edit After making your changes click Save You have the option to save the stamp as a new stamp leaving the original intact or to overwrite the existing stamp To close the screen choose Close from the File menu To delete a stamp select it and then click Delete When the
60. ideo connector you ll need the audio video cable that comes with the projector If your video source uses a large round four prong S Video connector or a BN C type connector you will need to purchase the appropriate cable or use the cable that came with your video source 3 For composite video connect the yellow RCA plug on one end of the audio video cable to the projector s Video jack Connect the other yellow RCA plug to the video out jack of your video source audio video cable 54 1 Setting Up the Projector 4 Connect the other plugs on the audio video cable to the Audio jacks of the projector insert the white plug into the L jack and the red plug into theR jack Connect the plug at the other end of the audio video cable to the audio output jacks of the video source 5 For S Video insert one end of an S Video cable into the projector s S V ideo connector Insert the other end into the S video out jack of your video source S Video connector S Video cable 6 For component video insert three ends of a BN C cable into the projector s R R Y G Y and B B Y jacks Insert the opposite ends of the cable into the Y Video C R Y and B Y jacks on your component video source Don t insert any of the cable ends into the H D Sync and VD jacks 7 Make sure the Computer 2 BNC switch is set to BNC N ote co Whe the Computer 2 BN C switch is set to BNC the projector is unable to project the C
61. ing the Remote Control Effects Buttons 109 110 Function Description and usage Spotlight Creates a spotlight effect on the screen Press the Effects button assigned to this effect Use the Enter button to place the cursor where you want the spotlight to appear Then press the assigned Effects button to display the spotlight To draw another spotlight move the cursor away from the spotlight you just created and press the Enter button again to lock the new spotlight in place Screen Clear Clears all Effects functions previously executed Press the assigned Effects button to clear the screen Key Macro Types a pre defined key sequence This is useful when you often need to type a sequence of characters into your computer Press the assigned Effects button to automatically type the key sequence Note T o canca or end a function double click with your mouse or press the Enter button twice if you re using the remote control asa mous 4 Using ELP Link IV Assigning Functions fe ee i Coe Profil debe ee ee Oe Each of the five Effects buttons is assigned a default function 1 Change the mouse cursor to a stamp 2 Draw a box 3 Useamarker pen 4 Draw a freehand line 5 Clear the screen If you want to assign a different function to a button click the tab 1 5 that corresponds to the button number and select a new function from the dropdown list Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons
62. is turned on TheRC switch on the side of the remote control should be turned to the On position The remote control unit s batteries may be low on power Replace them M ake sure the projector s mouse cable is securely connected to both your computer s mouse port and the projector s main cable See Chapter 1 for details M ake sure you selected the correct COM communication port for the wireless mouse control when you set up the ELP Link IV software If necessary you can changethe COM port from the projector s Advanced menu See page 97 for more information Light that is too strong or certain types of fluorescent lighting may affect the projector s infrared receivers Dim the ambient lighting and turn off any fluorescent lighting M ove the projector out of direct sunlight Turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy such asa radiant room heater Problems with the Remote Control 147 148 Problems with the Image or Sound An image does not appear on the screen Check that the Power light is on and the lens cover is off Also make sure the cables are installed correctly as described in Chapter 1 T he correct image source may not be selected Press the Computer button on the control panel or the Compl Video or BNC button on the remote control to choose another image source Only part of the computer image is displayed If the computer s output resolution setting is higher than 1024 x 768
63. ith the cooling fan or temperature sensor The projector is functioning normally Projector Status Lights 81 82 2 e Using the Projector Using the Projector Menus T he eight projector menus allow you to control your projector from either the remote control or the control panel o The Video menu controls the look and quality of the projected image and whether the image source is a computer or a video source for example a VCR The Audio menu controls audio features such as the volume leva treble bass and 3D sound The Effect menu lets you modify the special effects assigned to the Effects buttons on the remote control and change the cursor speed 83 T he Setting menu allows you to set or adjust such projector options as the Picture in Picture P in P video source blank screen color image source message prompt A V M ute display option and BNC input source The U se s Logo menu lets you capture and store a custom logo which may be used as a startup screen or with the A V M ute option The Reset All menu lets you restore the factory defaults for all the projector settings The Advanced menu allows you to specify additional projector settings including a language startup logo color matching video signal rear or ceiling projection and the mouse com port The About menu provides information about H V frequency lamp hours and computer or video selection 3 Using the Projector Menus
64. key assignments only one key set can be active at a time Click the Enter button to save more than one set of key assignments Assigning Functions to the Keyboard If you want to execute an effect using your keyboard follow these steps 1 Select the effect tab for which you want to assign function key execution 2 Click the mouse in the Shortcut key on execution field and then press the function key you want to assign to this effect F2 F 12 Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons 115 Saving and Recalling Effects Button Assignments To save Effects button assignments click Enter next to the Entry N ame dropdown list The Registering Function Settings dialog displays Registenng Freecom Sestings Specify aname for the current settings and click OK To recall a saved set of assignments select its name from the Entry N ame dropdown list To delete a set of assignments from the Entry Name menu select its name and then click Delete W hen the confirmation message displays click Yes To exit without saving the settings select Exit from the file menu 116 4 e Using ELP Link IV Controlling Projector Features You can use the ELP Link IV software to control the following features a Changing projector settings a Changing the test pattern a Specifying an image gamma a Creating a user logo Using the Quick Change Toolbar To quickly change some basic projector settings click one of the to
65. lens Thiscan damage the lens Before You Connect the Projector 19 20 Image size diagonal Horizontal distance from projector to screen Minimum Maximum 300 inches 10 m PowerLite 5350 200 inches 5 1 m PowerLite 5350 100 inches 2 54 m 80 inches 2 03 m PowerLite 5350 60 inches 1 52 m PowerLite 5350 40 inches 1 02 m 30 inches 0 76 m 491 2 inches 12 5 m 488 2 inches 12 4 m 326 7 inches 8 3 m 322 2 inches 8 2 m 161 4 inches 4 1 m 130 0 inches 3 3 m 94 3 inches 2 4 m 63 0 inches 1 6 m 47 2 inches 1 2 m 648 4 inches 16 5 m 656 3 inches 16 7 m 433 0 inches 11 0 m 436 2 inches 11 1 m 216 5 inches 5 5 m 169 2 inches 4 3 m 172 9 inches 4 4 m 125 9 inches 3 2 m 129 6 inches 3 3 m 82 6 inches 2 1 m 63 0 inches 1 6 m Be sure to place the projector on a sturdy level surface within five feet of the computer or video source 1 Setting Up the Projector Connecting to a Computer You can connect the projector to any computer capable of producing standard VGA Super VGA SVGA XGA Super XGA SXGA or U XGA 7350 and 7250 only output such as Oo o o IBM compatible desktop PCs IBM compatible laptop PCs Apple M acintosh desktop computers including M acintosh Quadra M acintosh Centris Power M acintosh Power M acintosh G3 and iM ac a video out port is not a standard iM ac feature but can b
66. locks the Mouse Com port Select 1 to assign the wireless mouse control to the computer connected to the Mouse Com 1 port only Select 2 to assign the wireless mouse control to the computer connected to the Mouse Com 2 port only Selecting 1 lt 2 tells the projector to automatically switch wireless mouse control whenever the input source computer is changed Retums all setting menu items to their initial factory defaults Select this item and then press the Enter button to display the confirmation screen Next select Yes and then press the Enter button to reset the Advanced menu If you change your mind select No and then press the Enter button to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings 3 Using the Projector Menus About Menu Image Source Computer W hen the image source is a computer the About menu displays information about the projector s horizontal and vertical frequency lamp hours and computer connection Menu item Description Lamp Displays the number of hours the current lamp has been used Frequency Displays the projector s horizontal and vertical frequency Sync Polarity Displays the sync polarity of the computer Sync Mode Displays the sync mode of the computer Resolution Displays the output resolution of the computer video output Refresh Rate Displays the refresh rate of the computer video output About Menu Image Source Video W hen the image source is vid
67. more information 2 e Using the Projector To get the best results when projecting your images it s important to position the projector at the proper height and distance relative to the screen W hen projecting from a table or desk place the projector so the lensis aligned as closely as possible with the bottom of your screen Positioning the Projector 63 W hen projecting from the ceiling align the lens as closely as possible with the top of your screen Ss Using the Keystone Feature In circumstances where the lens cannot be properly aligned use the projector s K eystone function to help maintain optimum screen geometry T his feature allows you to correct up to a 20 tilt maintaining an aspect ratio of 4 3 Press the Keystone button on the control panel to increase or decrease the image adjustment U sing the ELP Link IV software you can correct up to a 30 tilt For more information refer to Chapter 3 64 2 e Using the Projector Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance T he distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size T o determine the exact distance required for a particular image size or to determine the size of an image at a particular distance use the formulas given below Remember that the size of the image can be changed by rotating the zoom ring see page 68 for more information To determine the minimum and maximum diagonal
68. nd color tools 4 Click Renewal to insert the cursor stamp into the next available spot in the Cursor Stamp list 5 Choose the Close command from the File menu to close the Edit window and redisplay the C ursor Stamp Setting window 6 Choose the Save or Save As command from the File menu to save your cursor stamps 7 To download acursor stamp file to the projector choose the Sending Cursor Stamp command from the Projector menu W hen the confirmation message displays click Yes 4 e Using ELP Link IV Creating a New File To create a new set of cursor stamps choose the New command from the File menu A blank Cursor Stamp Setting window displays allowing you to create a new set of cursors stamps Opening a File To open acursor stamp file 1 Choose the Open command from the File menu A standard Windows O pen dialog displays 2 Select the csp file and click Open 3 To edit acursor stamp click on it and then click Edit Exiting the Software To exit and closethe ELP Link IV software choose the Exit command from the File menu Exiting the Software 133 134 4 e Using ELP Link IV Maintenance Your projector needs little maintenance You should keep the lens clean because any dirt or smears appear on the screen You also need to periodically clean the air filter at the bottom of the projector A clogged air filter can block ventilation needed to cool the projector and keep it from overheating The
69. nto your CD ROM drive 3 If you have Windows 95 98 or NT click Start and then Run If you have Windows 3 x in Program M anager click on the File menu then on Run 4 Using ELP Link IV 9 10 The Run dialog box appears T ype E SETUP substitute the correct drive letter for your CD ROM driveif it isnot E then press Enter or click OK You see the ELP Link IV Setup screen listing the languages and options available for installation Select the language you want for running the software from the dropdown list and make sure ELP Link IV is checked If you don t have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your system also check Acrobat Reader to install the program so you can view your online manual Then click OK After a moment you see the ELP Link IV W elcome screen Click Next You see the Software License Agreement screen Read the agreement and click Yes Follow the instructions on the screen to select a directory ora folder for the software T hen the Installer copies the ELP Link IV files to your system W hen the installation is complete click Finish If you selected to install Acrobat Reader follow the on screen instructions to install it N ote f you eve sect Unconnected and Execute from the O ption menu always uncheck the setting before exiting ELP Link IV so the program starts correctly the next time you us it Installing the Software 103 Installing the Software for a Macintosh Follow these st
70. of fluorescent lighting are used A strong light source shines into the IR receiver Other equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiant room heater isin the room OoO000 T hese conditions commonly cause problems for most infrared controlled equipment T ry the following a Theremote control unit s batteries may be low on power replace them a Dim theambient lighting and or turn off any fluorescent lights a Clos any window coverings and or move the projector out of direct sunlight a Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy If the remote control still does not work properly remember you can always control your computer based presentation directly from the computer even in an environment containing one of the conditions listed above FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of theFCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation T his equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or taevision reception H owever there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be de
71. olbar buttons described below Jala sl a Power On Off AN Mute Freeze Resize Input Source Video Input Source Computer Controlling Projector Features 117 Changing Projector Settings 1 Choose Projector Control from the Select Screen dropdown list You see the following window le 2 Click the tab for the settings you want to adjust 3 Change one or more of the following options 118 4 e Using ELP Link IV Video Tab Computer Input Option Tracking Sync Brightness Contrast Sharpness Color Position Input Resolution Preset Pattem Display Reset Description Adjusts tracking to remove vertical lines Adjusts the sync synchronization to remove screen flicker Adjusts screen brightness Adjusts screen contrast Adjusts screen sharpness Adjusts the balance of red green and blue in the image Adjusts the horizontal and vertical screen position Selects the signal format You can select AUTO PAL NTSC a specific resolution or a preset setting AUTO automatically adjusts the image to the signal received Saves and recalls up to five different session settings resolution tracking sync signal and position To save the current session settings choose the present number from the dropdown list and click OK Displays the test pattern currently selected Resets all fields to their default values Controlling Projector Features 119 120 Video
72. om Remote Special effects Control On Off buttons 1 5 Enter pointer button Illumination Esc button battery cover cover lock 2 e Using the Projector Additional remote control options are available by opening the cover just below the Esc button Menu Help Comp1 BNC S Video Video Auto Resize PinP Preset Volume The remote control uses a line of sight infrared signal To use the remote control point it towards one of the remote control receivers located at the front and back of the projector See page 62 Controlling the Projector 73 74 You can usethe remote control up to about 32 8 feet 10 meters from the projector T his distance may be shorter if the remote control batteries are low You must also be within a 30 anglefrom the front or rear sensor Note T o beable to use the remote control as a wireless mouse make sure you ve connected the mous cable to the projector and your computer See Chapter 1 for instructions T he five Special Effects buttons are preprogrammed with the following options 1 Change the mouse cursor to a stamp 2 Draw abox 3 Useamarker pen 4 Draw a freehand line 5 Clear the screen For information on changing these special effects refer to page 107 T he projector may not respond to remote control commands in these conditions a TheRC remote control O n O ff switch isin the O ff position Batteries are weak Ambient light
73. omputer 2 image signal a Usea standard BNC cable which you can purchase from any computer tore The Computer 2 BN C video cable supplied by EPSON asan optional accessory does not work with component video Connecting to a Video Source 55 Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System Although the projector s internal speakers are enough for most small or medium size rooms you can connect the projector to an external speaker or public address PA system for large rooms or to gain maximum benefit from the projector s built in 3D sound function To connect the projector to an external sound system you need to obtain an RCA to 3 5 mm stereo audio cable You can get one from your computer dealer 1 Turn off the projector and speaker or PA system if they are on 2 Connect the cable s 3 5 mm stereo miniplug to the projector s Audio O ut jack Audio Out jack eee sel SLZ stereo audio cable 56 1 Setting Up the Projector Note EPSON offerstheM ediaphilePAS personal audio sytem and the M ediaphile CVS clean voice system for external amplification See page 5 for the part number and ordering information Connect the RCA plugs to the external amplified speaker or PA system Insert the cable s red plug into the Audio R jack and the white plug into the Audio L jack N ote T he internal speakers are disabled when an external audio system is used Turning the Equipment On and Off It s best to t
74. on as you follow the steps below Note Some new PowerBooks may allow you to connect the video cable directly to the computer without using a video out cable See your PowerBook manual for additional information on connecting a video cable 44 1 Setting Up the Projector 1 Connect one end of the projector video cable to the projector s Computer 1 port Use the Computer 2 port if you are connecting a second computer 2 Removethesmall cover on the M acintosh desktop adapter and set its DIP switchesin accordance with the resolution you want to use such as 16 inch mode See your M acintosh documentation for instructions Connecting to a Computer 45 46 3 Connect the small terminal of the M acintosh desktop adapter to the other end of the video cable 4 Connect the projector video cable with the M acintosh desktop adapter attached to the video out port on the PowerBook 1 Setting Up the Projector If a video out cable was provided with your PowerBook connect the smaller end of the video out cable to the video out port on the back of the PowerBook Connect the other end to the M acintosh desktop adapter on the end of the projector video cable Connecting to a Computer 47 Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software you need to connect the main cable It provides connectors for o TheMacmouseor USB cable
75. on the Enter button remote control to change a setting on one of the submenus 6 When you are finished changing settings press Menu or Esc to go back to the M ain menu T he changes are saved automatically Changing a Menu Setting 87 88 T he settings available in each of the menus are described below N ote Some options are limited to being enabled turned on or disabled turned off Enabled options are indicated by a green light D isabled options are blank Video Menu Image Source Computer The Video menu lets you make adjustments to the projected image The following options are available when the image source is Computer 1 or Computer 2 Note T he computer must be connected and operating and theimage source on the projector must be set to Computer 1 or Computer 2 for you to access these menu options Menu item Description Position Tracking Sync Select this item and then press the right arrow button control panel or press right on the Enter button remote control to enter the screen position adjustment mode Then use the Enter button remote control or up down left and right buttons control panel to move the screen position in the corresponding direction When you finish making adjustments press the Esc button to retum to the Video menu Matches the projector s internal clock to various computer graphic signals Adjust this setting to remove vertical lines from the image Syn
76. one Services Service Access EPSON SoundAdvice For pre recorded answers to commonly asked questions about EPSON products 24 hours a day seven days a week call 800 922 8911 EPSON FaxAdvice Access EPSON s technical information library by calling 800 922 8911 You must provide a return fax number to use this service EPSON Referral Service For the location of your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center call 800 922 8911 W hen you need support follow the calling instructions on the back of the EPSON Private Line T echnical Support card included with the projector T echnical support is also available by calling 310 974 1202 between 6 Am and 6 pM Pacific Time M onday through Friday T oll or long distance charges may apply Before you call please have the following information ready a Product name o Product serial number a Personal identification number PIN for EPSON Private Line Technical Support a Computer configuration a Description of the problem 8 Introduction You can purchase accessories from EPSON Accessories at 800 873 7766 or visit our web site at www epsonsupplies com U S sales only In Canada please call 800 873 7766 for dealer referral Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector 1 2 3 4 Do not place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table Do not use the projector near
77. onnectors 50 7300_16 eps 51 7300_17 eps 52 7300_18 eps 53 16 eps 55 04 eps 56 7300_O1w eps 57 5300 01 eps 58 Desktop eps 59 Ceiling mount eps 60 5300 01 eps 63 5300 22 eps 64 7300_23 eps 67 7300_24 eps 70 7300_20 eps 72 7300_O1w eps 75 MN_D tif 96 dpi 76 MN_D tif 96 dpi 77 7300_24 eps 78 7300_23 eps 78 7300_24 eps 79 7300_23 eps 79 7300_O1w eps 91 elp1 TIF 72 dpi 95 Em 18 147 dpi 96 Em 17 148 dpi 96 elp2 tif 72 dpi 99 elp3 tif 72 dpi 100 elp4 tif 72 dpi 104 CONTROLE EQ bmp 105 elp5 tif 72 dpi 105 screenl5 bmp 72 dpi 112 screenl6 bmp 72 dpi 113 screenl7 bmp 72 dpi 114 7300_O1w eps 117 7300_25 eps 119 7300_26 eps 121 7300_27 eps 122 7300_28 eps 122 7300_O1w eps 125 7300_20 eps 126 7300_0O1w eps 133 7300_01w eps 139 7300_O1w eps 141
78. ontact your dealer or call EPSON Accessories at 800 873 7766 in the United States and C anada for a replacement lamp Request part number ELPLPO9 Warning Let the lamp cool beforereplacingit Also do not touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly T ouching the glass portion of the lamp will result in premature lamp failure 5 e Maintenance 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable 2 Turn the projector over so you can access the lamp cover 3 Usea screwdriver coin or similar object to loosen the two retaining screws on thelamp cover When the screws are loose lift off the lamp cover You cannot remove these screws from the cover 4 Usea screwdriver coin or similar object to loosen the two screws holding the lamp unit in place You cannot remove these screws Replacing the Lamp 139 5 Lift up the handle and pull out the lamp unit 6 Gently insert the new lamp unit by lowering it into position M ake sure it s inserted securely Tighten the screws on the new lamp unit 7 Replace the lamp cover and tighten the cover screws M ake sure the lamp cover is securely fastened T he projector turns itself off if the lamp cover is open 140 5 e Maintenance Transporting the Projector The projector contains many glass parts and precision parts If you need to transport it please follow these packing guidelines to prevent damaging the projector o W hen shipping the projector for re
79. or Features 125 The bitmap should be 1024 x 768 pixels PowerLite 7250 and 7350 or 800 x 600 pixels PowerLite 5350 3 Click OK to save the settings and close the Setting T est Pattern screen 4 Click Pattern Display on any Projector Control tab to display the selected test pattern Specifying an Image Gamma 1 Click the Gamma tab on the Projector Control dialog The Gamma Setting window appears EA ajaj gt ae 126 4 e Using ELP Link IV 2 Select the desired gamma Gamma 1 Provides a dynamic and contrastive image Gamma 2 Provides an image between Gamma 1 and Gamma3 Gamma 3 Provides a natural image 3 Click Pattern Display to display the test pattern selected Saving Projector Setting Files 1 Choose the Save or Save As command from the File menu The Save As window appears 2 Enter afilename for the setting T he file will automatically be given an elp extension 3 Click Save Controlling Projector Features 127 Opening a Projector Setting File 1 Choose the Open command from the File menu T he O pen window appears 2 Locate the file elp you want to open and then click Open 128 4 Using ELP Link IV Creating a User Logo You can create or edit alogo from the Setting U ser Logo dialog box then save it to a file on your hard disk or download it to the projector 1 Choose the Setting User Logo option from the Select Screen dropdown menu T he U ser s
80. orange for about 60 seconds as the projector cools down W hen the projector has cooled down flashing stops T he power light remains orange Note f you press the Power button to turn the projector back on while the powe light is orange there may bea ddiay before a projected image appears W hen you are done using the projector unplug the power cord N ever unplug the power cord when the power light is green this may damage the lamp Turning the Equipment On and Off 59 60 1 Setting Up the Projector Using the Projector T his chapter provides the following information about using your projector a Positioning the projector relative to the screen Focusing and positioning the screen image a Resizing the projected image a Sleep mode a Controlling the projector with the remote control and the control panel a Monitoring the projector s operating status 61 62 The illustration below identifies the parts of your projector infrared receiver control panel speaker status lights infrared receiver speaker foot adjust lever handle adjustable feet foot adjust lever focus ring projection lens zoom ring Positioning the Projector Your projector supports front rear and ceiling projection allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images If you use rear or ceiling projection you need to select this in the projector s Advanced menu See page 97 for
81. pairs use the original packaging material if possible If you do not have the original packaging use equivalent materials placing plenty of cushioning around the projector W hen transporting the projector for business use first put the projector in a hard shell carrying case such as the optional EPSON accessory case then pack it in afirm box using cushioning around the case When you are hand carrying the projector be sure to store it in a hard shell or soft carrying case such as the optional cases offered by EPSON Note EPSON shall not beliable for any damages incurred during transportation Transporting the Projector 141 142 5 e Maintenance Troubleshooting T his chapter describes the problems indicated by the warning lights and provides information on how to solve problems with the projector It is divided into the following sections a Problems with the projector See this section if the projector is not working and to find out what the warning lights mean a Problems with the remote control See this section if the projector is not responding to remote control commands a Problems with the screen image or sound See this section if you cannot project an image or if the screen image or sound is not good 143 If you have a problem check the appropriate section and follow all suggestions that apply to your problem You can also check the online help by pressing the Help button on the control p
82. pports a wide range of computers and workstations IBM compatible PCs and laptops Apple M acintosh Power Macintosh Power Macintosh G3 iMac and PowerBook computers and workstations such as the Sun SPARC station The PowerLite 5350 is not recommended for use with high end workstations The video source can be H DTV NTSC PAL or SECAM The projector automatically senses the video format which can be composite video S Video or component video See Chapter 7 for details on supported computers and video formats Introduction Getting the Most Out of Your Projector Your projector comes with a full set of features that enable you to control the settings for the image display video and audio T o get the most out of the projector read this section for a quick summary of the important features Remote Control Sleep Mode Online Help The buttons on the remote control allow you to turn the projector on and off and provide direct access to zoom freeze volume mute and image source switching U se the remote control buttons to access custom functions and the projector s menu system You can also use the remote control to control your computer in place of your computer s mouse Sleep mode conserves electricity by automatically turning off the lamp after the projector has not been used for 30 minutes In sleep mode the projector remains on but the lamp is turned off conserving electricity cooling the projec
83. quency Displays the projector s horizontal and vertical frequency Sync Polarity Displays the sync polarity of the computer Sync Mode Displays the sync mode of the computer Resolution Displays the output resolution of the computer video output Controlling Projector Features 123 124 Option Description Pattem Display Reset Displays the test pattern currently selected Resets all fields to their default values Gamma Tab Option Description Select Gamma Pattem Display Reset Specifies the desired gamma Gamma 1 Provides a dynamic and contrastive image Gamma 2 Provides an image between Gamma 1 and Gamma 3 Gamma 3 Provides a natural image Displays the test pattern currently selected Resets all fields to their default values 4 Using ELP Link IV Changing the Test Pattern 1 Choosethe Test Pattern Setting option from the O ption menu T he following window appears Sian 1 nai 2 en heme Saito Pie Film tere eS cs S 2 You can display atest pattern to verify that the projector is working properly Choose one of the following Color Image Displays a color bar test pattern Gray Scale D isplays a gray scale test pattern Focus Pattern Displays a character based focus pattern User File Displays a bitmapped test pattern from the file name specified Either type the name or click Refer to to browse the hard disk for the file Controlling Project
84. quirements 155 I Image adjusting postion 68 to 69 88 90 119 adjusting quality 88 to 91 leaving a copy on the screen 109 problems 148 to 151 resizing 70 size range 154 Image Gamma 126 to 127 Infrared receivers location 62 Installing batteries 18 to 19 Installing the ELP Link IV software 102 to 104 Interne 7 K Key M acro function 110 115 Keystone 64 69 79 L Lamp light 80 to 81 144 to 145 replacing 138 to 140 specifications 154 Language menu option 97 Laptop connecting to 29 to 33 43 to 51 Launching the ELP Link IV software 106 Lens cleaning 136 Lights status 80 to 81 144 to 146 Line function 108 113 Logo creating 129 to 132 Long throw zoom lens 66 to 67 Lumens 153 M M acintosh connecting projector to 34 to 51 installing software 104 M echanical specifications 155 M enus accessing 85 Audio 83 92 O ptions 83 93 Video 83 88 to 91 M onitors supported 156 to 159 O O ptions for the projector 4 to 5 O ptions menu 83 93 P PA system 56 to 57 Pin assignments connector 160 Pointer button 75 Positioning the projector 19 to 20 62 to 67 Positioning the screen image 68 to 69 88 90 119 Power button 75 to 77 consumption 155 light 80 144 to 146 supply 155 PowerBook connecting projector to 43 to 51 Projection lamp light 80 to 81 144 to 145 Projector connecting 21 to 57 distance to screen 20 63 to 67 focusing 68 to 69 Index hangin
85. rLite 7250 and 7350 Switches to the video image Pressing the button once switches to composite video pressing it twice switches to S Video Displays or hides the menu Stops the current function Pressing Esc while viewing a menu or the online help displays the previous screen or menu When the image source is Computer the Esc button acts as a mouse right click Synchronizes the computer s graphic signal Use these buttons to adjust an overall image that is fuzzy or streaked or to select menu items during menu operations Allows movement or selection of a menu if a menu is displayed Matches the projector s intemal clock to various computer graphic signals tracking adjustment Use these buttons to adjust an image with vertical fuzzy lines or to change numeric settings during menu operations Allows movement of a menu if a menu is displayed 2 e Using the Projector Button Function Enter Selects a menu option or the next menu help screen Pressing Enter when no menu or help screen is displayed optimizes the computer image Shift Pressing the shift and Keystone buttons at the same time increases or decreases the sound volume Keystone Adjusts a trapezoid distorted image to normal Volume Adjusts the volume when used in conjunction with the Shift button Selecting a Computer 2 or BNC Video Source Comp2 BNC switch Computer 2 Computer1 B B Y BNC HD Sync W hen selec
86. rce is Computer the Enter button acts as a mouse left click IIluminates all buttons on the remote control for 10 seconds Stops the current function Pressing Esc while viewing a menu or the online help displays the previous screen or menu When the image source is Computer the Esc button acts as a mouse right click Displays or hides the menu Controlling the Projector 75 76 Button Function Compl S Video Auto PinP Help BNC Video Resize Preset Volume Switches to the Computer 1 image Switches to the S Video image Optimizes the computer image Displays a video or S video image in a subscreen on the main display Use the Enter button to reposition the Picture in Picture P in P screen or the E Zoom button to enlarge or reduce the image Changes made to the P in P screen location and size are automatically carried over to the next P in P session Displays the online help menu Switches to the Computer2 BNC image Switches to the Video image Switches the display dot mode and resize mode for VGA XGA SVGA and SXGA input You cannot resize the image if the input resolution matches the output resolution of the projector SVGA for the PowerLite 5350 or XGA for the PowerLite 7250 and 7350 Saves and recalls up to five different session settings resolution tracking sync signal and position To save the current session settings press the Preset button and it will be assigned the n
87. set all the default settings or No to cancel Advanced Menu The Advanced menu lets you set additional projector options Menu item Description Language Selects the language to be used in the menus English J apanese French German Italian Spanish Portuguese or Chinese Startup Screen Displays your user logo during the projector s startup Color Matching Adjusts the whiteness of the screen Positive color temperature values provide a cold white negative values provide a warmer white Press the right arrow button control panel or press right on the Enter button remote control to increase the color temperature value Press the left arrow button control panel or press left on the Enter button remote control to decrease the color temperature value Video Signal Specifies the input image signal mode You can select AUTO NTSC NTSC 4 43 NTSC50 PAL PAL N PAL M PAL 60 or SECAM Rear Projection Mirrors the projected image on its Y axis left right Selecting ON tums mirroring on while OFF turns it off for a normal image Tum on this option when projecting from behind onto a transparent screen Reset All Menu 97 98 Menu item Description Ceiling Mouse Com Reset Mirrors the projected image on its X axis top bottom Selecting ON tums mirroring on while OFF turns it off for a normal image Tum this option on when the projector is mounted upside down from the ceiling Locks and un
88. sh making adjustments press the Esc button to retum to the Video menu 90 3 Using the Projector Menus Menu item Description Brightness Contrast Saturation Tint NTSC only Sharpness Reset Lightens or darkens the overall image Increase brightness to lighten an image or decrease it to darken the image Adjusts the degree of difference between light and dark areas Increase the contrast to make light areas lighter and dark areas darker Decrease it to minimize the difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the image Adjusts the color density Increase the saturation for darker and more opaque color Decrease it for lighter and less opaque color Adjusts the red green color balance of the screen Increase tint to add more green or decrease it to add more red Adjusts the sharpness of the screen image Returns all Video menu items to their initial factory defaults Select this item and then press the right arrow button control panel or right on the Enter button remote control to display the confirmation screen Next select Yes and then press the Enter button to reset the Video menu If you change your mind select No and then press the Enter button to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings Video Menu Image Source Video 91 92 Audio Menu Use the Audio menu to adjust the sound volume and quality of your audio Menu item Description
89. stance o Inches M aximum diagonal size 0 4742 x projection distance 3 2489 M inimum diagonal size 0 2849 x projection distance 1 8968 o Centimeters M aximum diagonal size 1 2045 x projection distance 8 2522 M inimum diagonal size 0 7236 x projection distance 4 8179 66 2 e Using the Projector To determine the projection distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image o o Inches M aximum projection distance 3 5094 x diagonal size 6 6568 M inimum projection distance 2 1090 x diagonal size 6 8519 Centimeters M aximum projection distance 8 9139 x diagonal size 16 9083 Minimum projection distance 5 3569 x diagonal size 17 4038 Fixed Wide Angle Lens Calculations If you are using the optional fixed wide angle lens use the following formulas instead T o determine the minimum and maximum diagonal size of an image when you know the projection distance o Inches M aximum diagonal size 0 730 x projection distance 3 919 M inimum diagonal size 0 616 x projection distance 3 050 Centimeters M aximum diagonal size 1 8542 x projection distance 9 9542 M inimum diagonal size 1 5646 x projection distance 7 7470 To determine the projection distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image o o Inches M aximum projection distance 1 619 x diagonal size 4 702 M inimum projection distance 1 367 x diagonal size 5 640
90. termined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio T V technician for help WARNING The connection of anon shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Catification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment It isthe responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shidded equipment interface cable with this device If this equipment has more than one interface connector do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment OO0 0 For Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian I nterference C ausing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada Contents Introduction 1 Getting the M ost Out of Your Projector cece cece eee 3 O ptional Accessories aise sal ined Vow Ata eee oid Satan ear ae eae s 4 ADOULT MS GUIS a cate
91. tey tt a tal dundee dentate alts oie ag 6 Whereto G amp e Heap coca wack wert kia ane enna a shar eee Sica eatane 7 Electronic Support Services 2s ces aw eee Gee dt eves bee HERS tae e ee 7 Automated TdephoneServices 2 cece ees 8 Safety INSUUCHIONS 4h weak ugehe wh ed new he waghateueawh EAEE 9 1 Setting Up the Projector 13 Unpacking the Projector fict2t2 cece els socree teadwertr cee ete agee ed 14 Additional Components es caiae seine ee nahi ee pete ee wedi els 16 Installing the Remote Control Batteries 20 eee eee eens 18 Before You Connect the Projector 2 cece ccc eet e eee te eee nnes 19 vi Connecting to a COMpUtE sexe iain cele ee sued etalie eee e ees 21 Connecting to aPC Desktop Computer 0 cece eee 22 Connecting to aPC Laptop Computer 0 0 eee 29 Connecting to a D esktop M acintosh siscac ions ey Gane Parade dar ees 34 Connecting to a PowerBook e504 e o ntect San Poe 8 ane ad dete Pacaaetnels 43 Connecting to aHigh End Workstation ccc cece eee ees 52 Connecting to a Video SOUNGE 24 cie eek a mode tad guetaie eWeaned aot 52 Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System 2 cee eee 56 Turning theEquipment On and Off s10 3 ade cheat doe eahd dapat 57 Turning the Projector On and Off nici cec neni tev news Peiween anes 58 Using the Projector 61 Positioning the POI CCLORS ff enacs tani tae acct ndiaat grata tes ea stay tee par anne Alar rents 62 Calculating Image
92. the other end of the audio cable to the audio out port on your PowerBook N ote After you turn on the projector and computer you ll need to choose M irroringin the D iplay Control Panel if you set up your configuration to display on the LCD xren aswel as the projector screen Connecting to a Computer 52 Connecting to a High End Workstation The PowerLite 5350 7250 and 7350 are capable of remapping input resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 pixels Since 1280 x 1024 pixels is the default resolution for most leading workstations this capability makes these projectors the best portable solution for the display of workstation video output T here is no standard for workstation video output T hose workstations that follow the SXGA standard and use the H D 15 connector don t need an adapter cable Contact your audio video dealer for information on connecting your workstation Connecting to a Video Source You can connect a VCR a camcorder a laser disc player DVD player or any other compatible video image source to your projector The projector can receive composite video S Video or component video Your equipment has composite video if your video source has a one pin RCA video jack Your equipment has S Video if your video source has a four pin mini DIN video jack Your equipment has component video if your video source has a three connector Y R Y B Y video jack Note T he projector isnot compatible with a cable T V s
93. ting a Computer 2 or BNC video source be sure to toggle the Comp2 BN C switch on the rear of the projector to the desired input source The position of this switch determines which video source can be used Computer 2 or BNC Selecting a Computer 2 or BNC Video Source 79 80 Projector Status Lights The lights on top of the projector tell you the projector s operating status power light temperature light projection lamp light Caution A red light warns you if a serious problem occurs SeeC hapter 6 for what to do if a warning light comes on Power Light Light status Meaning Steady orange Steady green Flashing green Flashing orange Off Sleep mode The projector is plugged in but not projecting Power and lamp are on The projector is warming up Allow about 30 seconds The projector is cooling down There is an internal projector problem 2 e Using the Projector Projection Lamp Light Light status Meaning Orange and red flashing alternately Steady red Flashing red Off Projection lamp needs replacing Projection lamp has burned out Replace it to project images Problem with projection lamp or lamp power supply Lamp is functioning normally Temperature Light Light status Meaning Flashing orange Steady red Flashing red Off Projector is too hot Projector has turned off automatically because of overheating Problem w
94. tion of one comer of the square Move the cursor using the remote Enter button Then press the Enter button again to define the position of the opposite corner of the square To draw another square move the cursor away from the one you just created and press the Enter button again to define the start position for the new square Creates a horizontal or vertical bar You can use this function to highlight a portion of the screen with a horizontal or vertical bar Press the Effects button assigned to this effect Move the bar using the remote Enter button Press the Enter button to lock the bar in place To draw another bar move the cursor away from the bar you just created and press the Enter button again to lock the new bar in place Leaves one or several copies of a pre selected image on the screen Press the Effects button assigned to this effect Use the Enter button to place the cursor where you want the stamp to appear Then press the assigned Effects button to display the stamp To draw another stamp move the cursor away from the stamp you just created and press the Enter button again to lock the new stamp in place Changes the cursor shape Press the assigned Effects button to change the cursor shape Plays a selected sound effect Press the Effects button assigned to this effect Click the Refer To button to select the wav file you want to play and click Open Press the assigned Effects button to play the sound Customiz
95. tor and extending the life of the lamp To return to normal operation press the Power button Extensive online help is available for operating the projector and working in the projector s feature menus You can display the help at any time by pressing the H elp button on either the control panel or the remote control Getting the Most Out of Your Projector Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector EPSON provides the following Product Product Number Customized carrying cases for the projector and its cables Hard shell carrying case small ELPKS17 Soft carrying case ELPKS10 ATA Shipping Case ELPKS19 Laptop projector softcase with wheels and ELPKS18 retractable handle Replacement lamp and air filter ELPLP0O9 Long throw zoom lens ELPLLO1 Wide convergence lens ELPCWO1 Communication kit cable set and computer cable so you can connect your projector to a second computer There is also a Mac adapter set so you can connect to a second Macintosh You may also need the VGA 13W3 video cable if you re connecting the projector to a high end workstation ELP communication cable set ELPKC17 Computer video cable ELPKC02 HD15 H15 1 8m Computer video cable ELPKCO9 HD15 HD15 3 0m 4 Introduction Product Product Number Portable projection screen ELPSC06 Remote control receiver module ELPST02 Mediaphile PAS ELPPAS1 personal audio system Mediaphile CVS ELPCVS1 clean voice system
96. tyle F connector 1 Setting Up the Projector You can connect the projector to an S Video source acomposite video source and a component video source at the same time H owever the projector automatically selects the S Video as the video source To display composite or component video first disconnect the S Video source The projector supports HDTV NTSC PAL and SECAM video formats and automatically detects and identifies the video format H owever you can specify that a single broadcast format be detected See Chapter 3 N ote that the projector will then be able to detect only one type of video signal The type of cable you use to connect the video source to the projector depends on whether you have composite video S Video or component video For composite video use the audio video A V cable supplied with the projector For S Video use the S Video cable supplied with your video device or obtain one from your computer or video equipment dealer For component video use the BNC type cable that came with your video source The illustration below shows the S Video component and composite connectors S Video component composite 4 pin mini DIN BNC connector RCA 1 2 m XN 7 im ho o o 7 w 3 4 z 4 Connecting to a Video Source 53 To connect a video source to the projector 1 Turn off the projector and video source if they are on 2 If your video source uses a small round one prong composite RCA v
97. u ll be projecting with audio Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to connect Before beginning turn off the projector and computer if they are on Note Compute configurations vary See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector 22 1 Setting Up the Projector Connecting the Video and Monitor Cables First connect the projector video cable and computer monitor cable Refer to this illustration while following the steps below Computer 1 port Computer monitor cable Out port 9 cab Connecting to a Computer 23 1 If you will be viewing the video on your computer monitor as well as the projector screen disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of your computer Then connect the monitor cable to the projector s Computer Out port as shown below T hisis useful when you need to view the video output but the projection screen is behind you 2 Connect one end of the projector video cable to the projector s Computer 1 port Use the Computer 2 port if you are Connecting a second computer 24 1 Setting Up the Projector 3 Connect the other end of the projector video cable to the computer s video port 4 Tighten the screws on all connectors Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software you need to connect the main ca
98. ur mind select No and then press the Enter button to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings User s Logo Menu The User s Logo menu allows you to capture and save a custom logo which can be used as a splash screen or with the A V M ute button 3 Using the Projector Menus Capturing and Saving a Logo Follow these steps to capture and save a logo 1 2 D isplay the image with the projector Press the M enu button on the control panel or remote control to display the M ain menu Press the down arrow control panel or press down on the Enter button remote control to move to the U ser s Logo option Press Enter control panel or remote control to display the U ser s Logo Setting window with the message D o you use the present image as a user logo Select Yes and then press Enter control panel or remote control A selection box displays over the image Use the arrow buttons on the control panel or the Enter button on the remote control to select the area of the image you want to use as the logo O nce you have selected the entire area press Enter control panel or remote control W hen the message D o you use this image appears on the screen select Yes and press Enter control panel or remote control If you want to change the area selected select No and repeat step 6 Use the arrow buttons on the control panel or the Enter button on the remote control to select a
99. urn on the projector and its attached equipment in the following order 1 5 Video source such as a VCR if your video source is not your computer 2 Audio source if different from computer or video source 3 4 Computer External amplified speaker or PA system if necessary Projector follow the steps in the next section W hen you are ready to turn off the equipment turn them off in the reverse order Turning the Equipment On and Off 57 Turning the Projector On and Off Follow these steps to turn on the projector 1 Connect one end of the power cord to the projector s power inlet 2 Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet The power light on the projector s control panel turns orange indicating that the projector isin sleep mode T he projector is not turned on yet 3 Remove the projector lens cap 4 Pressthe Power button on the remote control or control panel to turn on the projector T he power light flashes green as the projector warms up If computer or video equipment is attached the computer or video Signal is projected Allow about 30 seconds for full illumination 58 1 Setting Up the Projector Warning N eve look into thelens when thelamp ison T hiscan damage your eyes It is especially important that children not look into the lens When you want to stop projecting images press the Power button again The fan remains on and the projection lamp light flashes
100. ws you to save and recall up to five session computer settings including the resolution tracking sync signal and position Video Menu Image Source Computer 89 Menu item Description Reset Retums all menu items to their initial factory defaults Select this item and then press the right arrow button control panel or right on the Enter button remote control to display the confirmation screen Select Yes and then press the Enter button to reset the menu If you change your mind select No and then press the Enter button to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings Video Menu Image Source Video The Video menu lets you make adjustments to the projected image The following options are available when the image source is Video N ote T he projector s image source mus be set to Video and the video source such asa VCR DVD player or camcorder must be connected and operating for you to access these menu options For example the projector must actually be projecting the image from your video tape if you reusnga VCR Menu item Description Position Select this item and then press the right arrow button control panel or press right on the Enter button remote control to enter the screen position adjustment mode Then use the Enter button remote control or up down left and right buttons control panel to move the screen position in the corresponding direction When you fini

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