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Connecting to a Computer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Connecting to a PowerBook    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Connecting to a High-End Workstation   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Connecting to a Video Source   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Turning the Equipment On and Off   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Turning the Projector On and Off  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

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Using the Projector 

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Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Resizing the Projected Image   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Sleep Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Controlling the Projector   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Using the Remote Control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Using the Control Panel    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Projector Status Lights   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Power Light  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Projection Lamp Light  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Temperature Light  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

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Using the Projector Menus 

83

Accessing the Main Menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Changing a Menu Setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
Video Menu (Image Source = Computer)    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

80009000.book  Page viii  Monday, November 1, 1999  9:35 AM

Summary of Contents for 9000i - PowerLite SXGA LCD Projector

Page 1: ...EPSON PowerLite 8000i 9000i User s Guide 80009000 book Page i Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 2: ... U S failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION s operating and maintenance instructions SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION EPSON and PowerLite are registered trademarks of S...

Page 3: ...the projector by remote control via a line of sight infrared IR receiver at the front and rear of the projector The 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 of fluorescent lighting are used A strong light source shines in...

Page 4: ...tion 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 TV technician for help WARNING The connection of a non shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the ...

Page 5: ...basis as required by 47CFR 2 909 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Representative EPSON AMERICA INC Address 20770 Madrona Avenue MS B2 11 Torrance CA 90503 Telephone 310 782 5254 Manufacturer SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Ad...

Page 6: ...vi 80009000 book Page vi Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 7: ...ere to Get Help 7 Electronic Support Services 7 Automated Telephone Services 8 Safety Instructions 9 1 Setting Up the Projector 13 Unpacking the Projector 14 Additional Components 17 Installing the Remote Control Batteries 18 Before You Connect the Projector 19 80009000 book Page vii Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 8: ... On and Off 58 2 Using the Projector 61 Positioning the Projector 62 Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance 65 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image 69 Resizing the Projected Image 71 Sleep Mode 72 Controlling the Projector 72 Using the Remote Control 73 Using the Control Panel 78 Projector Status Lights 80 Power Light 81 Projection Lamp Light 81 Temperature Light 82 3 Using the Projec...

Page 9: ...Connecting Needed Cables 102 Installing the Software for Windows 102 Installing the Software for a Macintosh 104 Starting ELP Link IV 105 Starting the Program from Windows 105 Starting the Program on a Macintosh 106 Changing the COM Port Assignment 106 Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons 107 Function Description and Usage 107 Assigning Functions 111 Setting Effects Options 112 Assigning...

Page 10: ...r Logo 129 Creating Cursors Stamps 131 Exiting the Software 133 5 Maintenance 135 Cleaning the Lens 136 Cleaning the Projector Case 136 Cleaning the Air Filter 137 Replacing the Lamp 138 Transporting the Projector 141 6 Troubleshooting 143 Problems with the Projector 144 Problems with the Remote Control 147 Problems with the Image or Sound 148 7 Technical Specifications 151 Glossary 159 Index 163 ...

Page 11: ...s a VCR DVD player camcorder or digital camera You can also connect audio for each image source Images are displayed in full color 16 770 000 colors at a resolution of 1024 768 pixels on the PowerLite 8000i and a resolution of 1366 1024 pixels on the PowerLite 9000i The projector supports a wide variety of video inputs from VGA to SXGA with resolutions up to 1600 1200 It produces bright images tha...

Page 12: ...e 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 SizeWise chip for support of VGA SVGA XGA SXGA and UXGA output No matter what type of computer output is used the result is a full size video image of outstanding clarity The projector supports a wide range of computers...

Page 13: ...e projector s menu system You can also use the remote control to control your computer in place of your computer s mouse 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 remains on but the lamp is turned off conserving electricity cooling the projector and extending the life of the lam...

Page 14: ...hrow zoom lens ELPLL02 Fixed short throw lens ELPLR01 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 Computer video cable HD15 H15 1 8m Comp...

Page 15: ... web site at www epsonsupplies com U S sales only In Canada please call 800 873 7766 for dealer referral Remote IR receiver ELPST02 Mediaphile PAS personal audio system ELPPAS1 Mediaphile CVS clear voice system wireless microphone and satellite speakers ELPCVS1 Product Product number 80009000 book Page 5 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 16: ...or s operating status Chapter 3 Using the Projector Menus 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 use the ELP Link IV software to control the projector settings from the co...

Page 17: ...wing tables list the contact information Electronic Support Services Service Access World Wide Web From the Internet you can reach EPSON s Home Page at http www epson com EPSON Internet FTP Site 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 EPSON Forum on ...

Page 18: ...duct serial number Personal identification number PIN for EPSON Private Line Technical Support Computer configuration Description of the problem Service Access EPSON SoundAdviceSM 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 p...

Page 19: ...tor If you are not sure of the power available consult your dealer or power company 5 Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged Placez le projecteur près d une prise de contacte où la fiche peut être débranchée facilement 6 Insert the projector s three wire grounding type plug into a properly grounded outlet If you have a two prong outlet contact an electrician ...

Page 20: ... of any kind through cabinet slots Never spill liquid of any kind into the projector 13 Except as specifically explained in this User s Guide do not attempt to service this product yourself Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards 14 Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used f...

Page 21: ... exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service If it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged 17 If you use the projector in a country other than where you purchased it use the power cable that is suitable to that country 80009000 book Page 11 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 22: ...Introduction 12 80009000 book Page 12 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 23: ...projector for one or more of the following 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 The audio source can be the computer video source or another devi...

Page 24: ...the projector make sure you have all these components Projector Remote control 2 AA batteries Power cord Projector video cable Audio cable RCA audio cable Pow er Fre eze A V Mute E Z oom R C ON OFF 3 1 5 2 4 Ent er Es c 80009000 book Page 14 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 25: ...dapter Macintosh monitor adapter Main 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 80009000 book Page 15 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 26: ...nts your configuration will determine which ones you need Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector in the future 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 transporting instructions 80009000 book Page 16 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 27: ...video out cable and you do not have one see your Macintosh dealer Note You cannot currently use the ELP Link IV software with a Power Macintosh G3 or iMac 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 ...

Page 28: ...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 the two AA batteries included with the projector Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct 80009000 book Page 18 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 29: ...ect 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 The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size Place the projector somewhere between 3 6 and 52 1 feet 1 1 and 15 9 meters away from the screen use the general guidelines in the table below to determine the...

Page 30: ...es 10 m 460 6 inches 11 7 m 586 6 inches 14 9 m 200 inches 5 1 m 307 1 inches 7 8 m 389 8 inches 9 9 m 100 inches 2 54 m 153 5 inches 3 9 m 192 9 inches 4 9 m 80 inches 2 03 m 122 0 inches 3 1 m 153 5 inches 3 9 m 60 inches 1 52 m 90 6 inches 2 3 m 114 2 inches 2 9 m 40 inches 1 02 m 59 1 inches 1 5 m 74 8 inches 1 9 m 30 inches 0 76 m 43 3 inches 1 1 m 55 1 inches 1 4 m 80009000 book Page 20 Mond...

Page 31: ...h end workstations from Sun Silicon Graphics IBM and Hewlett 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 Make sure both the computer and projector are turned off before you start When you have finished connecting all your components go to page 57 to turn on the projector and equipment The following illustr...

Page 32: ...u need to connect Before beginning turn off the projector and computer if they are on Note Computer configurations vary See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector R R Y B B Y H C Sync V Sync Monitor Out Computer 2 Component Video L Audio2 R Computer 1 Audio Out Audio 1 Mouse Com1 Mouse Com2 S Video L Audio R L Audio R Video Remote G Y A C power inlet Au...

Page 33: ...tor Cables First connect the projector video cable and computer monitor cable Refer to this illustration while following the steps below Monitor Out port monitor cable projector video cable Computer 1 port 80009000 book Page 23 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 34: ...ble to the projector s Monitor Out port as shown below This is 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 3 Connect the other end of the projector video cable to the computer s video port 80009000 book Page 24 M...

Page 35: ... Link IV software you need to connect the main cable It provides connectors for The PS 2 mouse or USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse The serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software Refer to this illustration while following the steps below main cable 9 pin serial cable PS 2 or USB cable Mouse Com 1 port 80009000 book Page 25 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 36: ...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 Note If your system uses a serial mouse perform steps 2 and 3 using the PC mouse serial cable instead of the PS 2 mouse or...

Page 37: ... 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 able to use ELP Link IV if your system has only one serial port that is being used to support a serial mouse 5 Tighten the screws on all connectors 80009000 book Page 27 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 38: ...d of the audio cable to the Audio 1 port on the projector Use the Audio 2 ports if you are connecting a second computer 2 Connect the other end of the audio cable to the speaker or audio out port on the computer s sound card audio cable Audio 1 port 80009000 book Page 28 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 39: ...n each section for the cables you need to connect Before beginning turn off the projector and computer if they are on Note 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 1 Connect one end of the projector video cable to the projector s Computer 1 p...

Page 40: ...he remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software you need to connect the main cable It provides connectors for The PS 2 or USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse The serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software Refer to this illustration while following the steps below PS 2 or USB 9 pin serial main cable cable Mouse Com 1 port cable 80009000 book Page 30 Monday November 1 1999 ...

Page 41: ...B cable included with the projector to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the main cable 3 Connect the 6 pin mini DIN end of the PS 2 mouse cable to the external mouse port or connect the USB cable to the USB port on your laptop Note If your laptop uses a 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 80009000 ...

Page 42: ...e You will not be able to use ELP Link IV if your laptop has only one serial port that is being used to support a serial mouse 6 Configure your laptop to work with an external mouse Note You may have to set 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 comput...

Page 43: ...the projector Use the Audio 2 ports if you are connecting a second computer 2 Connect the other end of the audio cable to your laptop Note PC audio cable port locations vary See your computer manual for the location of the audio port needed to connect your projector audio cable Audio 1 port 80009000 book Page 33 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 44: ...tware 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 Notes Macintosh configurations vary See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector You cannot currently use the ELP Link IV software with a Power Macintosh G3...

Page 45: ...nect the video and monitor cables Refer to this illustration as you follow the steps below Mac Macintosh desktop adapter Macintosh monitor adapter Macintosh monitor cable projector video cable Computer 1 port Monitor Out port 80009000 book Page 35 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 46: ...puter 2 port if you are connecting a second computer 2 Remove the small cover on the Macintosh 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 Macintosh documentation for instructions 80009000 book Page 36 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 47: ... the other end of the projector video cable 4 Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of the Macintosh Then connect the projector video cable with the Macintosh desktop adapter attached to the video port on the Macintosh 80009000 book Page 37 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 48: ...omputer s monitor attach the large end of the Macintosh monitor adapter to the monitor cable and connect the other end of the adapter to the projector s Monitor Out port 6 Tighten the screws on all the connectors 80009000 book Page 38 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 49: ...ou need to connect the main cable It provides connectors for The Mac mouse or USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse The Mac serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software Refer to this illustration while following the steps below Mouse Com 1 port Mac or USB cable Mac serial cable main cable 80009000 book Page 39 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 50: ...2 To use the remote control as a wireless mouse connect one end of the projector s Mac mouse or USB cable to the MOUSE terminal on the large end of the main cable 3 Disconnect your Macintosh s mouse cable Connect the other end of the projector s Mac mouse or USB cable to the mouse or USB port on your Macintosh 80009000 book Page 40 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 51: ...ffects buttons on the remote control connect one end of the Mac serial cable to the MAC SERIAL terminal on the large end of the main cable 5 Connect the other end of the Mac serial cable to the printer or modem port on the back of your Macintosh 80009000 book Page 41 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 52: ...nnect one end of the audio cable to the Audio 1 port on the projector Use the Audio 2 port if you are connecting a second computer 2 Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio out port on your computer audio cable Audio 1 port 80009000 book Page 42 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 53: ...se the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV software 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 th...

Page 54: ...elow 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 projector video cable Macintosh desktop adapter Computer 1 port video out cable if needed 80009000 book Page 44 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 55: ...the Computer 2 port if you are connecting a second computer 2 Remove the small cover on the Macintosh desktop adapter and set its DIP switches in accordance with the resolution you want to use such as 16 inch mode See your Macintosh documentation for instructions 80009000 book Page 45 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 56: ... terminal of the Macintosh desktop adapter to the other end of the video cable 4 Connect the projector video cable with the Macintosh desktop adapter attached to the video out port on the PowerBook 80009000 book Page 46 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 57: ... 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 Macintosh desktop adapter on the end of the projector video cable video out cable 80009000 book Page 47 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 58: ... need to connect the main cable It provides connectors for The Mac mouse or USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse The Mac serial cable to use the ELP Link IV software Refer to this illustration while following the steps below Mac mouse or Mouse Com 1 port main cable Mac serial cable USB cable 80009000 book Page 48 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 59: ...se Com 1 port Use the Mouse Com 2 port if you are connecting a second computer 2 To use the remote control as a wireless mouse connect one end of the projector s Mac mouse or USB cable to the MOUSE terminal on the large end of the main cable 80009000 book Page 49 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 60: ...the ELP Link IV software or program new effects for the Effects buttons on the remote control connect one end of the Mac 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 80009000 book Page 50 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 61: ...nnecting a second computer 2 Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio out port on your PowerBook Note After you turn on the projector and computer you ll need to choose Mirroring in the Display Control Panel if you set up your configuration to display on the LCD screen as well as the projector screen Audio 1 port audio cable 80009000 book Page 51 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 62: ...cable Contact your audio video dealer for information on connecting your workstation Connecting to a Video Source You can connect a VCR camcorder 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 port Your equip...

Page 63: ...ble 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 RCA audio and RCA video 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...

Page 64: ...e projector If your video source uses a large round four prong S Video connector or a BNC 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 RCA video cable to the projector s Video port Connect the other yellow RCA plug to the video out port of your video source audio ...

Page 65: ... the S video out port of your video source 6 For component video insert three ends of a BNC cable into the projector s R R Y G Y and B B Y ports Insert the opposite ends of the cable into the Y Video C R Y and B Y ports on your component video source Don t insert any of the cable ends into the HD Sync and VD ports Note Use a standard BNC cable which you can purchase from any computer store The Com...

Page 66: ...ooms 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 Out port Audio Out port stereo audi...

Page 67: ... The internal speakers are disabled when an external audio system is used Turning the Equipment On and Off It s best to turn on the projector and its attached equipment in the following order 1 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 Computer 4 External amplified speaker or PA system if necessary 5 Projector f...

Page 68: ... equipment is attached the computer or video signal is projected Allow about 30 seconds for full illumination Warning Never look into the lens when the lamp is on This can 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 A confirmation message appears Press the Power button again The fan remains on and t...

Page 69: ...ipment On and Off 59 When you are done using the projector unplug the power cord Never unplug the power cord when the power light is green this may damage the lamp 80009000 book Page 59 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 70: ...1 Setting Up the Projector 60 80009000 book Page 60 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 71: ... Positioning the projector relative to the screen Focusing and positioning the screen image Resizing the projected image Sleep mode Controlling the projector with the remote control and the control panel Monitoring the projector s operating status 80009000 book Page 61 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 72: ...r 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 more information adjustable feet foot adjust lever control panel status lights infrared receiver infrared receiver foot adjust lever speaker speaker handle zoom ring focus ring projection lens optical keystone adjustment knob 80009000 book Page 62 Monday November ...

Page 73: ...t s important to position the projector at the proper height and distance relative to the screen When projecting from a table or desk place the projector so the lens is aligned as closely as possible with the bottom of your screen 80009000 book Page 63 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 74: ...nt knob on the side of the projector next to the handle When the knob pops out turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to move the lens up or down When you re finished press the knob back in Adjust keystone correction digitally by pressing the Keystone button on the control panel to increase or decrease the image adjustment This feature allows you to correct up to a 20 tilt maintaining an aspect rat...

Page 75: ...d minimum diagonal size of an image when you know the projection distance Inches Maximum diagonal size 0 676 projection distance 2 293 Minimum diagonal size 0 483 projection distance 1 639 Centimeters Maximum diagonal size 1 71 projection distance 5 824 Minimum diagonal size 1 22 projection distance 4 163 To determine the projection distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image Inch...

Page 76: ...n distance Inches Maximum diagonal size 0 487 projection distance 2 336 Minimum diagonal size 0 286 projection distance 1 458 Centimeters Maximum diagonal size 1 2369 projection distance 5 9334 Minimum diagonal size 0 7264 projection distance 3 7033 Image size diagonal Horizontal distance from projector to screen Minimum Maximum 300 inches 762 cm 460 6 inches 11 7 m 586 6 inches 14 9 m 200 inches ...

Page 77: ...ge when you know the projection distance Inches Maximum diagonal size 0 876 projection distance 3 793 Minimum diagonal size 0 730 projection distance 3 029 Centimeters Maximum diagonal size 2 2250 projection distance 9 6342 Minimum diagonal size 1 8542 projection distance 7 6936 To determine the projection distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image Inches Maximum projection dista...

Page 78: ...iagonal size 1 239 projection distance 3 415 Centimeters Diagonal size 3 1470 projection distance 8 6741 To determine the projection distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image Inches Projection distance 0 807 diagonal size 2 756 Centimeters Projection distance 2 0497 diagonal size 7 0002 80009000 book Page 68 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 79: ... 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 Note You can t adjust the screen image size with the fixed short throw lens zoom ring focus ring 80009000 book Page 69 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 80: ...eet so they can move up and down Don t let the projector drop Caution Don t hold or lift the projector by its lens This can damage the lens 2 While lifting 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 If you want to fine tune the height of the projector turn the adjustable feet clockwise to rais...

Page 81: ...e button on the control panel or the remote control to select one of the following projection methods for your projector With images less than XGA 1024 768 for the PowerLite 8000i and less than SXGA 1280 1024 for the PowerLite 9000i you can either display the image in the center of the projection area or display it full size With images greater than XGA size for the PowerLite 8000i and greater tha...

Page 82: ...ou can unplug the projector s power cord Controlling the Projector You can use the remote control or the control panel on top of the projector 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...

Page 83: ...eeze A V Mute E Zoom R C ON OFF 3 1 5 2 4 Enter Esc Enter pointer button Esc button Freeze A V Mute E Zoom Special effects buttons 1 5 Illumination IR Output Power battery cover cover lock Remote Control ON OFF 80009000 book Page 73 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 84: ...the projector See page 62 You can use the remote control up to about 32 8 feet 10 meters from the projector This distance may be shorter if the remote control batteries are low You must also be within a 30 angle from the front or rear sensor Power Freeze A V Mute E Zoom R C ON OFF 3 1 5 2 4 Enter Esc Menu Comp1 S Video Auto P in P Preset Resize Video BNC Help Volume Menu Comp1 S Video Auto P in P ...

Page 85: ...nformation on changing these special effects see page 107 The projector may not respond to remote control commands in these conditions The R C remote control on off switch is in the OFF position Batteries are weak Ambient light is too bright A certain type of fluorescent light is present A strong light source such as direct sunlight shines into the infrared receiver Other equipment emitting infrar...

Page 86: ...the remote control on or off Effects buttons 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 Enter Pointer button 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...

Page 87: ...eo image Resize Switches the display dot mode and resize mode for VGA SVGA SXGA and UXGA input You cannot resize the image if the input resolution matches the output resolution of the projector Preset Saves and recalls settings resolution tracking sync signal and position for up to five different sessions To save the current session settings press the Preset button and it will be assigned the next...

Page 88: ...This program displays a full screen image pattern which can be used to fine tune control panel tracking and synchronization adjustments To use ICP with the projector connected and operating open the ICP folder and then double click the ICP icon The following table summarizes the control panel functions Button Function Power Starts or stops projection Help Displays the online help menu Power Video ...

Page 89: ...menu When the image source is Computer the Esc button acts as a mouse right click Up down arrows Sync Sync 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 Left right arrows tracking tracking Matches the projector s internal c...

Page 90: ... do if a warning light comes on 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 correcting up to a 20 tilt Volume Adjusts the volume when used in conjunction with the Shift button Button Function power light temperature light projection lamp light 80009000 book Page 80 Monday November 1 19...

Page 91: ...out 30 seconds Flashing orange Projector is cooling down Off The projector is not plugged in or there is an internal projector problem Light status Meaning Orange and red flashing alternately Projection lamp needs replacing Steady red Projection lamp has burned out Replace it to project images Flashing red Problem with projection lamp or lamp power supply Off Lamp is functioning normally 80009000 ...

Page 92: ... Flashing orange Projector is too hot Steady red Projector has turned off automatically because of overheating Flashing red Problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor Off Projector is functioning normally 80009000 book Page 82 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 93: ...uality 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 level 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 80009000 book Page 83 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 94: ...m logo which may be used as a startup screen or with the A V Mute 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 l...

Page 95: ... 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 Image Calibration for Projector Software Included on the ELP Link IV software CD is the Image Calibration for Projector ICP software This program displays a full screen image pattern which can be used to fine tune menu adjustments to tracking synchronization d...

Page 96: ... remote control to display the Main menu 2 Press the up or down arrows control panel or press up or down on the Enter button remote control to scroll through the menu choices Power Video Computer A V mute Resize Esc Help Menu Shift Keystone Volume Sync Sync T r a c k i n g T r a c k i n g Power Freeze A V Mute E Zoom R C ON OFF 3 1 5 2 4 Enter Esc down button up button Enter button 80009000 book P...

Page 97: ...l panel or right or left on the Enter button remote control to change a setting on one of the submenus 6 When you are finished changing settings press Esc to go back to the Main menu The changes are saved automatically Power Video Computer A V mute Resize Esc Help Menu Shift Keystone Volume Sync Sync T r a c k i n g T r a c k i n g Power Freeze A V Mute E Zoom R C ON OFF 3 1 5 2 4 Enter Esc Enter ...

Page 98: ...ccess these menu options 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 finish making adjustmen...

Page 99: ...ontrol 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 return to the Video menu Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen image Resolution Specifies the vide...

Page 100: ...tton 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 Menu item Description Position Select this item and then press the right arrow button control panel or press rig...

Page 101: ...lighter and less opaque color Tint NTSC only Adjusts the red green color balance of the screen Increase tint to add more green or decrease it to add more red Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen image Reset 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 displ...

Page 102: ...eft arrow button or left on the remote s Enter button to decrease the treble tone Bass Adjusts the bass tone of the speakers See Treble for details 3D Sound or SRS SPACE and SRS CENTER Adjusts the speakers stereo input For a more expansive stereo sound increase this setting Reset Returns all Audio menu items to their initial factory defaults Select this item and then press the Enter button to disp...

Page 103: ...lor and width Cursor Speed Adjusts the cursor speed to Low Middle or High Reset Returns all Effect 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 Effect menu If you change your mind select No and then press the Enter button to clear the confirmation screen ...

Page 104: ...logo screen when the audio video is turned 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 Power Savings Turns the lamp power off when the appropriate DPMS signals are sent from the host computer Reset Returns all Setting menu items to their initial factory...

Page 105: ... move to the User s Logo option 4 Press Enter control panel or remote control to display the User s Logo Setting window with the message Do you use the present image as a user logo 5 Select Yes and press Enter A selection box displays over the image 6 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 Onc...

Page 106: ...go is completed press the Menu or Enter button to redisplay the Main 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 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 Logo from...

Page 107: ...uring the projector s startup Color Setting Color Temp 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 Press the left arrow button control panel or press left on the Enter button remote contr...

Page 108: ...ocks and unlocks 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 2 tells the projector to automatically switch wireless mouse control whenever the input source computer is changed Reset Returns all Advanced menu ite...

Page 109: ...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 Menu...

Page 110: ...3 Using the Projector Menus 100 80009000 book Page 100 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 111: ...and draw special graphics on your screen You can also use the software to reconfigure the Effects buttons on the remote control This chapter describes how to Install the software Start ELP Link IV Customize the remote control Effects buttons Control standard and special projector features 80009000 book Page 101 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 112: ...See Chapter 1 for instructions 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 into your CD ROM drive 3 If you have Windows 95 98 or NT the ELP Link IV Setup window should open automatically If if doesn t click Start and then Run The Run dialog b...

Page 113: ...tall the program so you can view your online manual Then click OK 5 After a moment you see the ELP Link IV Welcome screen Click Next 6 You see the Software License Agreement screen Read the agreement and click Yes 7 Follow the instructions on the screen to select a directory or a folder for the software Then the Installer copies the ELP Link IV files to your system 8 When the installation is compl...

Page 114: ...are Select a language and click OK 5 You see the Software License Agreement screen Read the agreement and click Accept 6 You see the Program Install screen Make sure ELP Link IV is selected and if necessary Acrobat Reader and then click OK 7 You see the Folder to Install screen Select the folder where you want to install the software and click Install 8 When the installation is finished close the ...

Page 115: ...in this chapter If you have questions while using ELP Link IV choose Help Topics from the Help menu Starting the Program from Windows 1 If you have Windows 95 98 or NT click Start select Programs ELP Link IV and then click the ELP Link IV program icon If you have Windows 3 x double click the ELP Link IV program icon in the Windows 3 x ELP Link IV program group The ELP Link IV program icon appears ...

Page 116: ...e ELP Link IV folder 2 Double click the ELP Link IV icon If you re launching ELP Link IV for the first time select COM Port from the Option menu then choose either the printer or modem port whichever port you connected the serial cable to Then open the Option menu and select Property Setting to display the ELP Link IV main window Changing the COM Port Assignment If you did not select the correct C...

Page 117: ... Link IV main dialog box 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 80009000 book Page 107 Monda...

Page 118: ...ton 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 a...

Page 119: ...utton 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 Stamp 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...

Page 120: ...utton 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 Clear Screen Clears all Effects functions previously executed Press the assigned Effects button to clear the screen Key Types a pre defined key sequence This is useful when you often need to type a sequence of characte...

Page 121: ...n 1 Change the mouse cursor to a stamp 2 Draw a box 3 Use a marker 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 through 5 that corresponds to the button number and select a new function from the dropdown list 80009000 book Page 111 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 122: ...ion you want to apply from the options displayed below the Effects Type dropdown list The options displayed depend on which functions are currently assigned to the Effects buttons To test a setting 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 Ente...

Page 123: ...ts 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 Choose 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 widt...

Page 124: ... delete a stamp select it and then click Delete When the confirmation message displays click Yes Cursor Change 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...

Page 125: ...a color for the bar Transparent Check this box to make the background text or image visible through the spotlight Clear Screen No options available Key Enter up to 16 characters including combinations such as Ctrl 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 Not...

Page 126: ...s Specify a name for the current settings and click OK To recall a saved set of assignments select its name from the Entry Name dropdown list To delete a set of assignments from the Entry Name menu select its name and then click Delete When the confirmation message is displayed click Yes To exit without saving the settings select Exit from the file menu 80009000 book Page 116 Monday November 1 199...

Page 127: ...rojector settings Changing the test pattern Specifying an image gamma Creating a user logo Using the Quick Change Toolbar To quickly change some basic projector settings click one of the toolbar buttons described below Power On Off A V Mute Resize Freeze Input Source Video Input Source Computer 80009000 book Page 117 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 128: ...ntrol from the Select Screen dropdown list You see the following window 2 Click the tab for the settings you want to adjust 3 Change one or more of the options as desired The options are described in the following tables 80009000 book Page 118 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 129: ...zontal and vertical screen position Input Resolution 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 Preset Saves and recalls settings resolution tracking sync signal and position from up to five different sessions To save the current session settings choose the present number from the drop...

Page 130: ...ts the color tint Input Resolution 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 Preset Saves and recalls settings resolution tracking sync signal and position from up to five different sessions To save the current session settings choose the present number from the dropdown list and clic...

Page 131: ...e tone Bass Adjusts the bass tone 3D Sound or SRS SPACE and SRS CENTER Adjusts stereo sound effects When you increase the number the stereo effect is enhanced Pattern Display Displays the test pattern currently selected Reset Resets all fields to their default values 80009000 book Page 121 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 132: ...ls are sent from the host computer P in P Selects the image source composite or S Video for the P in P subscreen BNC Specifies the input image signal mode as either RGB or Y R Y B Y Message Specifies whether a black screen a blue screen or a user logo is displayed when the screen is blanked A V Mute Displays a blue black or user logo screen when the audio video is turned off Pattern Display Displa...

Page 133: ...pecifies 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 HDTV or SECAM Pattern Display Displays the test pattern currently selected Reset Resets all fields to their default values Option Description Lamp Displays the number of hours the current lamp has been used Frequency Displays the projector s horizontal and ver...

Page 134: ...on Select Gamma 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 Pattern Display Displays the test pattern currently selected Reset Resets all fields to their default values Option Description 80009000 book Page 124 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 135: ...wing Color Image Displays a color bar test pattern Gray Scale Displays 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 The bitmap should be 1024 768 pixels for the PowerLite 8000i or 1366 1024 pixels for the PowerLite ...

Page 136: ...g Test 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 80009000 book Page 126 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 137: ... 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 a file name for the setting The file will automatically be given an elp extension 3 Click Save 80009000 book Page 127 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 138: ...V 128 Opening a Projector Setting File 1 Choose the Open command from the File menu The Open window appears 2 Locate the file elp you want to open and then click Open 80009000 book Page 128 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 139: ...r download it to the projector 1 Choose the Setting User logo option from the Select Screen dropdown menu The Setting User Logo window appears 2 Choose the Open command from the File menu The Open dialog box appears 3 Locate and open a bitmap or logo bmp or lgo file The selected image appears in the display area 80009000 book Page 129 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 140: ... logo displays select a zoom percentage from the Zoom dropdown menu 8 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 must save logo files using the extension lgo 9 To download a logo file to the projector choose the Sending User Logo command from the Projector menu When the...

Page 141: ...tamps 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 The Cursor Stamp Setting window appears 80009000 book Page 131 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 142: ...the Cursor Stamp list 5 Choose the Close command from the File menu to close the Edit window and redisplay the Cursor Stamp Setting window 6 Choose the Save or Save As command from the File menu to save your cursor stamps 7 To download a cursor stamp file to the projector choose the Sending Cursor Stamp command from the Projector menu When the confirmation message is displayed click Yes 80009000 b...

Page 143: ... of cursors stamps Opening a File To open a cursor stamp file 1 Choose the Open command from the File menu A standard Windows Open dialog box appears 2 Select the csp file and click Open 3 To edit a cursor stamp click on it and then click Edit Exiting the Software To exit and close the ELP Link IV software choose the Exit command from the File menu 80009000 book Page 133 Monday November 1 1999 9 3...

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Page 145: ...dically 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 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 80009000 book Page 135 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 146: ...ens 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 st...

Page 147: ...nd damage the projector To 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 handle is on top and you can access the filter easily Note Standing the projector with the handle at the top keeps dust from getting inside the projector housing 3 Pull up on the filter cover tab to release the filter cover Remove the c...

Page 148: ...of use It is time to replace the lamp when The projection image gets darker or starts to deteriorate The projection lamp light is either red or flashing orange and red alternately The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when the projector lamp comes on after about 2000 hours of use To maintain projector brightness and image quality replace the lamp as soon as possible Contact your dealer or...

Page 149: ...Turn the projector over so you can access the lamp cover 3 Use a screwdriver to loosen the two retaining screws on the lamp cover When the screws are loose lift off the lamp cover You cannot remove these screws from the cover 80009000 book Page 139 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 150: ... the lamp unit 6 Gently insert the new lamp unit by lowering it into position Make sure it s inserted securely Tighten the screws on the new lamp unit 7 Replace the lamp cover and tighten the cover screws Make sure the lamp cover is securely fastened The projector turns itself off if the lamp cover is open 80009000 book Page 140 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 151: ...ckaging use equivalent materials placing plenty of cushioning around the projector When transporting the projector for business use first put the projector in a hard shell carrying case such as an optional EPSON accessory case then pack it in a firm box using cushioning around the case When you are hand carrying the projector be sure to store it in a carrying case such as the optional cases offere...

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Page 153: ...lems with the projector See this section if the projector is not working and to find out what the warning lights mean Problems with the remote control See this section if the projector is not responding to remote control commands Problems with the screen image or sound See this section if you cannot project an image or if the screen image is not good 80009000 book Page 143 Monday November 1 1999 9...

Page 154: ...ur 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 These lights alert you to problems with projector operation projection lamp light power light temperatu...

Page 155: ...e lamp needs to be replaced See Replacing 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 The projection lamp is off and the projector is cooling down Green The projector is operating normally Orange The projecto...

Page 156: ...he 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 Make 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 yo...

Page 157: ... s main cable See Chapter 1 for details Make 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 change the 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 a...

Page 158: ...image source Only part of the computer image is displayed If the computer s output resolution setting is higher than 1024 768 for the 8000i or 1366 1024 for the 9000i the image is resized See page 71 for information on resizing If the computer output is not compatible with this resizing choose a different display setting as follows Windows In Windows 95 98 right click on the desktop select Propert...

Page 159: ... not connected to the projector is selected the signal is not being output from the computer or the signal is not reaching the projector Make sure the connectors are securely attached to both the projector and the image source Then check that the image source is selected correctly If your projector is attached to a Macintosh make sure that the DIP switches on your Macintosh desktop adapter are set...

Page 160: ...e projector turn off the laptop LCD display The colors 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 ...

Page 161: ...ize of liquid crystal panels Diagonal 1 3 inches 33 6 mm Lens F 1 8 2 3 f 49 69 mm Resolution 8000i 1024 768 pixels 9000i 1366 1024 pixels Color reproduction 24 bit 16 7 million colors Brightness 8000i 2200 lumens ANSI 9000i 1700 lumens ANSI 80009000 book Page 151 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 162: ... upside down ceiling mount Internal speaker system 3 3 W stereo output 2 3 W 8 ohm speakers Optical aspect ratio 4 3 horizontal vertical Zoom ratio 1 1 4 Keystone correction angle 20 30 using ELP Link IV Supported video interface standards NTSC PAL PAL M PAL N HDTV SECAM Projection Lamp Type UHE Ultra High Efficiency Power consumption 220 W Lamp life About 2000 hours Part number ELPLP08 80009000 b...

Page 163: ...tion Mechanical Height 6 1 inches 157 mm Width 12 inches 305 mm Depth 19 8 inches 475 mm Weight 18 3 lb 8 3 kg Electrical Rated frequency 50 60 Hz Power supply 100 to 120 VAC 2 4 A 200 to 240 VAC 1 2 A Power consumption Operating 360 W Standby 12 W Environmental Temperature Operating 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C non condensing Storage 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C non condensing 80009000 book Page 153 Monday No...

Page 164: ...o 950 Rev 3 CE Marking Directive 89 336 EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 50082 1 Directive 73 23 EEC EN 60950 Supported Monitor Displays The following table lists the display formats supported by the projector Mode Resolution Frequency H KHz V Hz Dot MHz VGACGA VGAEGA 640 x 400 640 x 350 31 46 70 31 46 70 25 175 25 175 NEC400 640 x 400 24 83 56 65 21 053 80009000 book Page 154 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 A...

Page 165: ...x 768 1024 x 768 35 522 86 958 48 363 60 004 56 476 70 069 60 023 75 029 68 677 84 997 44 9 65 75 78 75 94 5 SXGA1_70 SXGA1_75 SXGA1_85 1152 x 864 1152 x 864 1152 x 864 63 851 70 012 67 5 75 77 094 84 002 94 5 108 121 5 SXGA2_60 SXGA2_75 SXGA2_85 1280 x 960 1280 x 960 1280 x 960 60 60 75 75 85 938 85 002 108 126 148 5 SXGA3_43i SXGA3_60 SXGA3_75 SXGA_85 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1...

Page 166: ...6 67 49 725 74 55 48 193 59 28 60 241 74 93 68 682 75 062 31 33 30 24 57 28 64 80 100 HDTV480P ANSI SMPTE 720 x 483 31 469 59 940 27 HDTV480P ATSC 704 x 480 31 469 59 940 27 HDTV480I ANSI SMPTE 720 x 487 15 734 59 940 13 5 HDTV480I ATSC 704 x 480 15 734 59 940 13 5 HDTV720P SMPTE 1280 x 720 44 955 59 940 74 176 HDTV1080I ANSI SMPTE 1920 x 1080 67 433 59 940 148 352 HDTV1080I ANSI SMPTE 1920 x 1080...

Page 167: ... XGA 1366 x 438 1024 x 438 15 734 60 15 734 60 28 486 2 890 PAL SXGA PAL XGA 1366 x 512 1024 x 512 15 625 50 15 625 50 28 846 21 154 SECAM SXGA SECAM XGA 1366 x 512 1024 x 512 15 625 50 15 625 50 28 846 21 154 Mode Resolution Frequency H KHz V Hz Dot MHz 80009000 book Page 157 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 168: ...omputer 1 and 2 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 ...

Page 169: ...e 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 Contrast is decreased by adding grays DPMS Display Power Management Signaling A power saving feature that powers down a computer s monitor when ...

Page 170: ...rpness 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 VHS videotape formats It transmits luminance and color separately SECAM System Electronique pour Couleur Avec Memoire A 625 line TV system used in France Eastern Europe Russia and parts of Africa Sleep mode A power saving fea...

Page 171: ...s Array UXGA provides higher resolution than SXGA 1600 1200 VGA Video Graphics Array A high resolution display adapter that provides a variety of video modes 640 480 XGA Extended Graphics Array IBM s display adapter XGA provides higher resolution than VGA 1024 768 80009000 book Page 161 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 172: ...Glossary 162 80009000 book Page 162 Monday November 1 1999 9 35 AM ...

Page 173: ...8 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 91 119 120 151 159 Buttons control panel 78 to 80 86 to 87 customizing the Effects buttons 107 to 116 remote control 73 to 77 86 to 87 C Cables 4 14 to 17 Camcorder adjusting the projected image 90 to 91 99 80009000 book Page 163 Monday November ...

Page 174: ...3 to 51 to a video source 52 to 55 to an external speaker 56 to 57 Connector pin assignments 158 Contrast 89 91 119 120 159 Control panel buttons 78 to 80 functions 78 to 80 using 78 to 80 Cursor changing shape 109 114 creating 131 to 133 Customizing the Effects buttons 107 to 115 D DIP switches 36 45 Display formats supported 154 to 157 Distance from projector to screen 19 to 20 62 to 68 Drawing ...

Page 175: ...Freeze button 76 FTP site EPSON 7 G Graphics drawing screen 108 to 110 113 to 114 H Help EPSON 7 to 9 High end workstation 52 Humidity requirements 154 I Image adjusting position 69 to 71 88 90 119 adjusting quality 88 to 91 leaving a copy on the screen 109 problems 148 to 150 resizing 71 size range 152 Image Gamma 126 to 127 Infrared receivers location 62 Installing batteries 18 to 19 Installing ...

Page 176: ... to 88 Video 83 88 to 91 Monitors supported 154 to 157 O Online Help 3 Options for the projector 4 to 5 P PA system 56 to 57 Pin assignments connector 158 Pointer button 76 Positioning the projector 19 to 20 62 to 68 Positioning the screen image 69 to 70 88 90 119 Power button 76 to 78 consumption 153 light 80 to 81 144 to 146 supply 153 PowerBook connecting projector to 43 to 51 Projection lamp l...

Page 177: ...Remote control effects 75 Remote control features 76 Replacing the lamp 138 to 140 Reset All menu 84 97 Resize button 71 Resolution 151 160 S Safety instructions 9 to 11 Screen image problems 148 to 150 Setting menu 84 94 Short throw zoom lens 67 Sleep mode 3 72 160 Software installing 102 to 104 launching 105 to 106 using 105 to 133 Sound problems 150 Speakers adjusting the tone 92 121 adjusting ...

Page 178: ... 150 projector problems 144 to 146 remote control problems 147 Turning the projector on and off 57 to 58 U Unpacking projector 14 to 16 User logo creating 129 to 130 User s Logo menu 84 95 UXGA 2 161 V VCR adjusting the projected image 90 to 91 99 VGA 2 161 Video adjusting projected image for 90 to 91 jacks 54 menus 83 88 to 91 Video source connecting projector to 52 to 55 Volume 92 121 W Warning ...

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