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Appendices

This chapter provides information on maintenance
procedures to ensure the best level of performance for the
projector for a long time.

Maintenance .....................................................44

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Cleaning.............................................................................. 44

• Cleaning the Projector Case...............................................................44

• Cleaning the Lens and EPSON Cinema Filter...................................44

• Cleaning the Air Filter .......................................................................44

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Replacing Consumables .................................................... 45

• Inserting the Battery...........................................................................45

• Lamp Replacement Period.................................................................46

• Replacing the Lamp ...........................................................................46

• Resetting the Lamp Operating Time..................................................48

• Replacing the Air Filter .....................................................................49

Optional Accessories ......................................50

List of Supported Monitor Displays ...............51

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Component Video Input/RGB Video Input .................... 51

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Composite Video/S-Video Input....................................... 51

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Computer ........................................................................... 51

Specifications................................................... 52

Appearance ......................................................54

Part Names and Functions..............................55

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Front/Top............................................................................ 55

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Control Panel ..................................................................... 56

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Left Side.............................................................................. 56

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Rear..................................................................................... 57

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Base ..................................................................................... 57

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Remote Control.................................................................. 58

Glossary............................................................59

Index..................................................................61

Summary of Contents for EMP-30

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Page 2: ...nnecting video equipment or a computer User s Guide this manual This User s Guide contains information on basic operation using the configuration menus troubleshooting and maintenance General information Meaning of unit and projector When unit or projector appears in the text of this User s Guide it may refer to items which are accessories or optional equipment in addition to the main projector un...

Page 3: ... Functions 20 Video Menu 20 Audio Menu 23 Setting Menu 23 Advanced Menu 24 About Menu 25 Reset All Menu 26 Using the Configuration Menus 27 Useful Functions When a Computer is Connected 29 A V Mute 29 Freeze 29 E Zoom 30 Troubleshooting Using the Help 32 When Having Some Trouble 33 Warning Indicator 33 Power Indicator 34 When the Indicators Provide No Help 35 Appendices Maintenance 44 Cleaning 44 ...

Page 4: ...giving presentations using the same projector the optimum picture quality can be obtained simply by disconnecting and reconnecting the computers Each individual setting can also be adjusted manually p 16 Keystone correction function Colour mode function The optimum images can be projected simply by selecting the image quality from the following six preset settings according to the projection envir...

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Page 7: ...f the Projector 9 Adjusting the Screen Image 11 Adjusting the Image Size 11 Focusing the Screen Image 11 Adjusting the Image Angle 12 Correcting Keystone Distortion 13 Adjusting the Image Quality 14 Using the EPSON Cinema Filter 14 Selecting the Colour Mode 15 Wide screen Projection of Component Video and Video Images Changing the Aspect Ratio 15 Adjusting Computer Images 16 Automatic Setup 16 Adj...

Page 8: ...rojector Check that the power cable connector is facing the same way as the power inlet on the projector and then insert the power cable connector securely into the projector 5 Connect the other end of the power cable to an earthed electrical outlet Wait until the Power indicator lights orange Connecting the Power Cable The projector s control panel and remote control buttons cannot be operated wh...

Page 9: ...s to select the port which the signal source that you would like to use is connected to while referring to the following table The items selected using the Input Signal command in the Video menu will appear Turning On the Power and Projecting Images The projector s control panel and remote control buttons cannot be operated while the Power indicator is flashing green Depending on the settings the ...

Page 10: ...nals externally The following table shows examples of how to toggle output settings For details refer to the section of the documentation provided with your computer under a heading such as External output Connecting an external monitor or similar If the same still picture is projected for a long period of time the projected image may become burned in on the computer screen You should avoid leavin...

Page 11: ...e more The lamp will switch off The Power indicator will flash orange and cool down will start The cool down period lasts for about 20 seconds This varies depending on factors such as the ambient air temperature When cool down is complete the Power indicator lights orange 4 Unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet The projector s control panel and remote control buttons cannot be operated...

Page 12: ...re extended Gently push down on the projector while simultaneously pressing the two foot adjust buttons 6 Attach the lens cover Attach the lens cover to the lens when not using the projector in order to stop the lens from getting dusty or dirty Foot adjust buttons Lens cover ...

Page 13: ...oom function lets you enlarge parts of the image p 30 Focusing the Screen Image If the surface of the lens is dirty or misted over as a result of condensation it may not be possible to adjust the focus correctly If this happens clean or de mist the lens p 36 44 If the projector is positioned outside the normal projecting range of 0 9 11 3 m 2 9 37 0 ft it may not be possible to obtain the correct ...

Page 14: ...ector so that the front adjustable feet can extend Extend the front adjustable feet until the desired angle is obtained and then release the foot adjust buttons To retract the front adjustable feet gently push down on the projector while pressing the two foot adjust buttons Adjusting the Image Angle When the foot is adjusted it may cause the projected images to become distorted Use the keystone co...

Page 15: ...se the sharpness setting p 21 22 If the value displayed in the gauge on the screen stops changing when keystone correction is being carried out it indicates that the limit for keystone correction has been exceeded Check that the projector has not been set up at an angle which exceeds the proper limit 15º 15º Approx 15º above Approx 15º below Projector Projector If the bottom of the image is elonga...

Page 16: ...the Video menu For details on this operation refer to Using the Configuration Menus p 27 3 Select ON and then press the Enter button 4 After changing the setting press the Menu button to exit the configuration menu Using the EPSON Cinema Filter Projection The EPSON cinema filter should always be installed so that the notch is aligned with the projection on the focus ring If the EPSON cinema filter...

Page 17: ...site video are being projected Images which have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16 9 wide screen format Selecting the Colour Mode Mode Application sRGB Images conform to the sRGB colour standard If the connected source has an sRGB mode set both the projector and the connected signal source to sRGB Normal Brightness is emphasised For presentation in bright rooms Meetin...

Page 18: ...e computer signals are being projected adjustment will then be carried out If you press the Auto button while the E Zoom or Freeze function is being used or while a configuration menu or help menu is being displayed the function will be cancelled when you press the Auto button and then the adjustment will be carried out Sometimes the signals may not be adjusted correctly depending on the type of s...

Page 19: ...e configuration menu Adjusting the Tracking The image will flash when continuous tracking adjustment is carried out but this is normal Input Signal Color Mode Select Video Audio Setting Advanced About Position Adjust Tracking 0000 Sync 0 Brightness 0 Contrast Sharpness 0 RGB YUV YCbCr YPbPr Auto Setup Reset Execute Select Return Adjust Reset All 0 ON OFF Normal ON OFF EPSON Cinema Filter Video Aud...

Page 20: ...justment may not be noticeable with some types of picture However pictures with lots of lines and shading will tend to show incorrect tracking adjustments more clearly so be sure to check the tracking adjustment first It may also be possible to fix flickering and fuzziness by adjusting the brightness contrast sharpness and keystone correction settings Input Signal Color Mode Select Video Audio Set...

Page 21: ...used when a computer is connected Using the Configuration Menu Functions 20 Video Menu 20 Video 20 Computer RGB video 22 Audio Menu 23 Setting Menu 23 Advanced Menu 24 About Menu 25 Reset All Menu 26 Using the Configuration Menus 27 Useful Functions When a Computer is Connected 29 A V Mute 29 Freeze 29 E Zoom 30 ...

Page 22: ...r is attached to the lens of the projector p 14 OFF Position Moves the image display position vertically and horizontally Press the Enter button and make the adjustment using the display position adjustment sub menu that appears Depends on connection Brightness Adjusts the image brightness Median value 0 Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and shade in the images Median value 0 Color Not...

Page 23: ...ightness of colours are accentuated even for images that are very dark or very bright to make them easier to view Game Brightness is emphasised Ideal for playing video games in bright rooms Theatre Video Signal Adjustment is only possible when composite video S Video signals are being input Sets the video signal format Press the Enter button and choose the setting from the video signal format sele...

Page 24: ...usts the image sharpness Median value 0 Color Mode Corrects the vividness of the image colour The settings can be saved separately for each type of source video source or computer You can select from six different quality settings depending on the surroundings sRGB Images conform to the sRGB standard Normal Brightness is emphasised For presentation in bright rooms Meeting Images are modulated usin...

Page 25: ... to return all menu settings to their default settings p 26 The Audio menu settings are saved individually for each input signal source Setting Menu Sub menu Function Default Keystone Corrects vertical keystone distortion in images When keystone correction is carried out the projected image will become smaller If the images become uneven in appearance after keystone correction is carried out decre...

Page 26: ...us to their default settings p 26 Advanced Menu Sub menu Function Default Language Sets the language for message displays Press the Enter button and select the language from the selection menu that appears English Color Adjustment Adjusts the colour temperature and intensity of each RGB colour for each input source Color Temp Lets you adjust bright colours within a range from reddish tinges to blu...

Page 27: ... projected Video Signal Shows the video signal format Does not appear when the input source is component video RGB video or computer Input Signal Displays the input signal settings Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S Video Frequency Displays the horizontal and vertical scanning frequencies Does not appear when the input source is composite video or S Video SYNC Polarity D...

Page 28: ...ess the Enter button to display the confirmation screen and select Yes Select Reset in an individual menu to reset only the settings for the items in each sub menu The EPSON Cinema Filter Input Signal Video Signal Lamp and Language settings will not return to their default settings Execute Select Execute Video Audio Setting Advanced About Reset All ...

Page 29: ...d The items appearing in the Video menu and the About menu will vary depending on the type of input source being projected Using the Configuration Menus Menu A V Mute E Zoom Freeze Enter Adjust Select Enter 4 3 16 9 Video Audio Setting Advanced About Reset All Video Signal Color Mode Position Brightness Contrast Color Tint Sharpness Aspect Ratio Reset 0 0 0 0 0 Select Select Execute Theatre Auto O...

Page 30: ...ther sub menu to be displayed when they are selected have after them If you select such menu items and press the Enter button you can then change the settings in the next sub menu which appears Refer to list of functions for details on the functions of each menu item p 20 Adjust Select Enter 4 3 16 9 Video Audio Setting Advanced About Reset All Video Signal Color Mode Position Brightness Contrast ...

Page 31: ...nly the projected images The sound keeps playing without pausing The image source will still be playing back the images even while projection is paused and so it will not be possible to resume projection from the point where it was paused Procedure Press the Freeze button on the remote control The images will then be paused To continue projecting the images either press the Freeze button again or ...

Page 32: ...o be enlarged or reduced Press the and buttons on the remote control to move the cross 3 When is pressed the image is enlarged with the cross as its centre When is pressed the enlarged picture is then reduced The enlargement ratio will appear at the bottom right of the screen You can scroll around the image by pressing the and buttons To cancel the E Zoom press the ESC button E Zoom The selected a...

Page 33: ...ting This section describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found Using the Help 32 When Having Some Trouble 33 Warning Indicator 33 Power Indicator 34 When the Indicators Provide No Help 35 ...

Page 34: ...d through the menu to more detailed items You can exit the help menu at any time by pressing the Help button If the Help function does not provide a solution to the problem refer to When Having Some Trouble p 33 or When the Indicators Provide No Help p 35 Projector E Zoom ESC Auto Enter Remote control Projector If the suggested solution in Help doesn t solve the problem unplug the power from the w...

Page 35: ...w a problem when the power is turned back on stop using the projector disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet and contact your dealer or the nearest address provided at International Warranty Conditions in Safety Instructions World Wide Warranty Terms Setup Guide p 44 Problem with lamp Disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet and then remove the lamp and check if it is b...

Page 36: ...Power button to start projection p 6 Cool down in progress Not abnormal Please wait The cool down period lasts for about 20 seconds The Power button does not work during cool down Press the button again after cool down ends p 9 Projection in progress Not abnormal p 7 Warm up in progress Not abnormal Please wait Warm up time is approximately 40 seconds After warm up is complete the flashing green i...

Page 37: ...lights orange at this time Turn the projector power back on To cancel the sleep mode setting set Sleep Mode to OFF Setting Sleep Mode p 24 Have you pressed the Power button Press the Power button on either the projector s control panel or the remote control to turn on the power for the projector p 7 Has the image brightness been adjusted correctly Use the Brightness command to adjust Video Brightn...

Page 38: ...e image is out of focus The whole image is out of focus Image is distorted Image contains interference Probable cause Remedy Has the focus been adjusted correctly Adjust the focus p 11 Is the lens cover still attached Remove the lens cover p 6 Has the front adjustable feet been adjusted so that the image angle is too big If the image angle is too big the image will be out of focus vertically Adjus...

Page 39: ...ect resolution been selected When connected to a computer Set the computer so that the signals that are output are compatible with this projector Refer to the documentation provided with your computer for details on changing the settings p 51 Condition Image is too large Only part of the image is displayed Image is too small Probable cause Remedy Is the Zoom button setting correct Use the Zoom but...

Page 40: ...omputer source is connected to the projector use the Input Signal command to select the signal format which matches the signal connected source Video Input Signal p 21 22 If a composite video or S Video source is connected to the projector use the Video Signal command to select the video signal format Video Video Signal p 21 Has the image contrast been adjusted correctly Use the Contrast command t...

Page 41: ...nal format settings correct If the Input Signal menu command is set to YCbCr or YPbPr when a computer is connected the projected images will appear purplish If the Input Signal command is set to RGB when a component video signal source is connected to the projector the images will appear greenish If a component video RGB video or computer source is connected to the projector use the Input Signal c...

Page 42: ...ong light from fluorescent lamps shining onto the remote control light receiving area Avoid using projector in places where the remote control light receiving area is exposed to strong light Has the battery insulating tape been removed When using the remote control for the first time pull out the insulating tape that is protruding from the battery holder Setup Guide Is the battery inserted Insert ...

Page 43: ... down period starts After the cool down period is complete the Power indicator changes to a steady orange and you can then disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet The cool down period lasts for about 20 seconds The actual time will vary depending on the external air temperature Probable cause Remedy ...

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Page 45: ...r 44 Replacing Consumables 45 Inserting the Battery 45 Lamp Replacement Period 46 Replacing the Lamp 46 Resetting the Lamp Operating Time 48 Replacing the Air Filter 49 Optional Accessories 50 List of Supported Monitor Displays 51 Component Video Input RGB Video Input 51 Composite Video S Video Input 51 Computer 51 Specifications 52 Appearance 54 Part Names and Functions 55 Front Top 55 Control Pa...

Page 46: ...ged with dust it can cause overheating and damage the projector Turn the projector upside down and use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust from the air filter Cleaning Cleaning the Projector Case Cleaning the Lens and EPSON Cinema Filter Cleaning the Air Filter If the air filter is difficult to clean or if it is broken it should be replaced Contact your dealer for a spare air filter Spare lamps ar...

Page 47: ...attery and insert the new battery Check the position of the mark inside the battery holder to ensure that that battery is inserted the correct way 3 Insert the battery holder into the remote control Push the battery holder in until it clicks Replacing Consumables Inserting the Battery Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local waste disposal regulations Be sure to read the Safety Instructi...

Page 48: ...use but the actual life of each individual lamp will vary depending on the characteristics of the lamp and on the way it has been used Some lamps may stop operating before 1400 hours of use so you should always have a spare lamp ready in case Contact your dealer for a spare lamp Replacing the Lamp A message will be displayed The message appears for 30 seconds and disappears again after 30 seconds ...

Page 49: ...he screwdriver that is supplied with the spare lamp or a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the two lamp fixing screws that are securing the lamp to the projector 4 Take out the lamp Hold the lamp by the two tabs to lift it up and out from the projector If the lamp is broken replace by a new lamp or contact your local dealer for further advise If replacing the lamp yourself be careful to avoid pieces ...

Page 50: ... and then press the Enter button The lamp operating time will then be reset Install the lamp securely If the lamp cover is removed the lamp turns off automatically as a safety precaution Moreover the lamp will not turn on if the lamp or the lamp cover is not installed correctly Spare lamps are provided with a spare air filter The air filter should also be replaced when the lamp is replaced p 49 Di...

Page 51: ...l time will vary depending on the external air temperature 2 Put your finger into the recess and pull straight out to remove the air filter 3 Install the new air filter Slide the cover in from the outside and then push it in until it clicks into place Replacing the Air Filter Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations Cleaning Replacing Consumables ...

Page 52: ... ELPSC08 100 screen ELPSC10 A portable roll type screen Aspect ratio 4 3 Component video cable ELPKC19 3 m 9 8 ft for mini D Sub 15 pin RCA male x 3 Use to connect a component video source VGA HD15 PC cable ELPKC02 1 8 m 6 ft for mini D Sub 15 pin mini D Sub 15 pin VGA HD15 PC cable ELPKC09 3 m 9 8 ft for mini D Sub 15 pin mini D Sub 15 pin VGA HD15 PC cable ELPKC10 20 m 65 6 ft for mini D Sub 15 ...

Page 53: ...h rate Hz Aspect ratio 4 3 Resolutions dots Aspect ratio 16 9 Resolutions dots TV NTSC 800 600 800 450 TV PAL SECAM 800 600 800 450 Computer Signal Refresh rate Hz Resolution dots Resolutions for resized display dots PC98 640 400 800 500 EGA 640 350 800 438 VGA 60 640 480 800 600 VGACGA 640 400 800 500 VGAEGA 640 350 800 438 VGA text 720 400 800 444 720 350 800 388 VESA 60 72 75 85 iMac 640 480 80...

Page 54: ...ectronic approx 1 1 2 Lamp light source UHE lamp 130 W Model No ELPLP19 Silver model ELPLP19C Blue model Max audio output 1W monaural Speaker 1 Power supply 100 120 V AC 2 2A 200 240 V AC 1 0A 50 60 Hz Operating temperature 5º 35ºC 41º 95ºF No condensation Storage temperature 10º 60ºC 14º 140ºF No condensation Weight Approx 2 9 kg 6 4 lbs Connectors Computer Component Video 1 Mini D Sub 15 pin fem...

Page 55: ...md 4 EMC USA FCC 47CFR Part15B Class B DoC Canada ICES 003 Class B European Community The EMC Directive 89 336 EEC EN55022 1998 Class B EN55024 1998 IEC61000 4 2 IEC61000 4 3 IEC61000 4 4 IEC61000 4 5 IEC61000 4 6 IEC61000 4 8 IEC61000 4 11 IEC61000 3 2 IEC61000 3 3 Australia New Zealand AS NZS 3548 1995 A1 1997 A2 1997 Class B CISPR Pub 22 1993 A1 1995 A2 1996 Class B ...

Page 56: ...54 Appearance Units mm 219 35 77 3 76 7 161 8 87 80 12 127 115 117 6 4 3 104 93 309 M4X8 3 5 5 9 53 9 67 5 Centre of lens Centre of projector ...

Page 57: ...ont adjustable foot p 12 Extend and retract to adjust the projection angle Foot adjust button p 12 Another foot adjust button is located on the right side Press both foot adjust buttons when extending and retracting the front adjustable feet Front adjustable foot p 12 Extend and retract to adjust the projection angle Speaker Remote control holder Setup Guide Store the accessory remote control in h...

Page 58: ... Setup Guide Inputs composite video signals to the projector from other video sources Use the RCA video cable for this connection S Video port Setup Guide Inputs S Video signals to the projector from other video sources Control RS 232C port Connects the projector to a computer using an RS 232C cable This port is for service use and should not be used by the customer Audio port Setup Guide Inputs a...

Page 59: ... air intake vent p 44 49 Prevents dust and other foreign particles from being drawn into the projector When replacing the lamp replace the air filter also Lamp cover p 46 Open this cover when replacing the lamp inside the projector Fixing screw holes These holes are for the fixing screws that are used to secure the projector Front Top Left Side Base Control Panel Rear Remote Control ...

Page 60: ...set to OFF Menu button p 27 Displays or hides the configuration menus Power button p 7 9 Turns the projector power on and off Input select buttons p 7 Computer Switches the signal source to the images being input from the Computer Component Video port S Video Video Switches the signal source being input from the S Video port and the Video port Color Mode button p 15 Selects the colour mode The col...

Page 61: ...n period The cool down period lasts for about 20 seconds The actual time will vary depending on the external air temperature Dolby Digital A sound format developed by Dolby Laboratories Normal stereo is a 2 channel format which uses two speakers Dolby Digital is a 6 channel 5 1 channel system which adds to this a centre speaker two rear speakers and a sub woofer HDTV An abbreviation for High Defin...

Page 62: ...re not synchronized problems such as flickering blurriness and horizontal interference can occur Tracking The signals output from computers have a specific frequency If the projector frequency does not match this frequency the resulting images will not be of a good quality The process of matching the frequency of these signals the number of crests in the signal is called tracking If tracking is no...

Page 63: ...de Contrast 20 22 Control RS 232C port 56 Control panel 56 Cool down 9 34 Correcting Keystone Distortion 13 Cross 30 Eligible computers Setup Guide EPSON cinema filter 14 20 22 E Zoom 30 Fixing screw holes 57 Focus 11 Focus ring 55 Foot adjustment 12 Freeze 29 Frequency 25 Front adjustable foot 55 Glossary 59 HDTV 51 Help function 32 Image size 11 Setup Guide Indicators 33 55 Input Signal 21 22 25...

Page 64: ...etting Menu 23 Setting Up the Projector Setup Guide Sharpness 21 22 Sleep mode 24 Speaker 55 Setup Guide Specifications 52 Squeeze mode 15 sRGB 15 21 22 Stereo mini jack audio cable Setup Guide Storage temperature 52 Sub menu 20 Supported Monitor Displays 51 S Video 20 25 Setup Guide Sync 16 18 SYNC Mode 25 SYNC Polarity 25 Tint 21 Tone 23 Tracking 16 17 Translucent screen Setup Guide Turning off ...

Page 65: ...ent being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted due to quantity production and testing on a statistical 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 Trade Name EPSON Type of...

Page 66: ...aged 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 TV technician for help WARNING The connection of a non shielded equip...

Page 67: ...irs or alterations to this product or excluding the 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...

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