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Unpacking the Projector

When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these
components:

P r o j e c t o r
L e n s c o v e r

Remote control
2 AA batteries
Power cord
Video cable
Audio cable
Audio/visual (A/V) cable
Macintosh adapter set
Video adapter

Monitor adapter

ELP Link II Communication Kit
Main cable

Serial cable

Mouse cable for PS/2

Macintosh serial cable

Mouse cable for Serial

Diskette for Windows

Mouse cable for Macintosh

Diskette for Macintosh

Depending on the configuration of your equipment, you may not need
all these components.

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.

Installation

Summary of Contents for PowerLite 5000

Page 1: ...EPSON PowerLite 5 0 0 0 User s Guide ...

Page 2: ... this product or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION s operating and maintenance instruc tions 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 E...

Page 3: ...rLite 5000 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 0 There is an object between the remote control IR emitter and the IR receiver on the projector 0 Ambient light is too bright 0 Certain types of fluorescent lighting are used 0 A strong light source shin...

Page 4: ...ase the separation between the equipment and receiver 0 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 0 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help W A R N I N G The connection of a non shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certifica tion of this device and may cause interference...

Page 5: ...ional Accessories About This Manual S a f e t y Instructions Where to Get Help Electronic Support Services Energy Star Compliance 1 Installation Unpacking the Projector Additional Components Setting Up the Projector ix x x11 x111 xiv xvi xvii XVlll 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 6: ...bout Your Projector Turning the Equipment On and off Turning the Projector On and off Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image Auto Button Resize Button Controlling the Projector Using the Remote Control Using the Control Panel Projector Status Indicators Power Indicator Projection Lamp Indicator 3 Using the Projector Menus Accessing the Main Menu Changing a Menu Setting Contents 7 8 1 2 1 6 2 0 ...

Page 7: ...he Software from Windows 3 x Installing the Software from Windows 95 Installing the Software from Macintosh OS System 7 Launching the Software Using the Software Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons Controlling Projector Features 5 Maintenance Cleaning the Lens Cleaning the Projector Case Cleaning the Air Filter Replacing the Lamp 47 47 50 51 52 54 5 9 60 60 60 62 63 64 64 64 72 81 82 82...

Page 8: ...6 Troubleshooting 8 7 Problems with the Projector 88 Problems with the Image or Sound 90 7 Technical Specifications 9 3 Glossary Index 9 7 9 9 Contents ...

Page 9: ... video source such as a VCR or camcorder You can also connect audio for each image source Images are displayed in SVGA compatible full color 16 670 000 colors at a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels The projector produces bright images that can be easily seen in rooms light enough to take notes The projector s two speakers employ a built in Spatializer 3D Sound System for rich powerful audio output Yo...

Page 10: ...to make presentations more effective The projector also features a new patented SizeWise chip for support of VGA and XGA output No matter what type of computer output is used the result is a full size video image of outstanding clarity The PowerLite 5000 Projector supports IBM compatible PCs and laptops as well as Apple Macintosh Power Macintosh TM and PowerBookTM computers The video source can be...

Page 11: ... 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 lamp Control Panel The control panel buttons on the projector duplicate the remo...

Page 12: ...ying Case ELPKS05 l Replacement lamp and air filter Lamp with Filter ELPLP03 l Communication cable set and computer cable so you can connect your projector to a second computer Also add a MAC adapter set to connect to a second Macintosh ELP communication cable set ELPKC04 Computer cable ELPKC02 MAC adapter set ELPAP01 You can purchase these accessories from your PowerLite 5000 dealer or by calling...

Page 13: ...adjust the color and image settings change the display of the projected image and modify audio settings such as bass and treble Chapter 4 Using the ELP Link II Software describes how to use the ELP Link II software to control the computer and use the special presentation functions Chapter 5 Maintenance describes how to maintain the projector in good working order Chapter 6 Troubleshooting describe...

Page 14: ...e contacte oti la fiche peut e tre dkbranchke 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 to replace it Do not hold the plug with wet hands 7 Take the following precautions for the plug Failure to comply with these precautions could result in sparks or fire 0 Do not insert the plug into an ...

Page 15: ...ualified service personnel Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards 14 Unplug projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for extended periods 15 Do not place the projector and remote control on top of heat producing equipment or in a heated place such as a car 16 Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified s...

Page 16: ...enter Technical information on installation configuration and operation of EPSON products Customer relations For answers to commonly asked questions about EPSON products 24 hours a day 7 days a week call EPSON Sound Advice at 800 442 2110 You can purchase manuals accessories or parts from EPSON Accessories at 800 873 7766 U S sa es 1 only In Canada please call 800 873 7766 for dealer referral If y...

Page 17: ... 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 Download Service You can call the EPSON Download Service BBS at 800 442 2007 Set your communications software to 8 data bits 1 stop bit no parity Modem speed can be up to 28 8 Kbps EPSON Fax on Demand Service You ca...

Page 18: ...is offer in the U S or Canada call 800 848 8199 and ask for representative 529 Energy Star Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency a The EPA ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is a voluntary partnership with the computer office equipment industry to promote the introduction of energy efficient personal com...

Page 19: ...or example you may want to connect the projector to both your computer and a video source or set up the projector for one or more of the following l Connect the mouse cable to use the remote control as a wireless mouse l Provide audio for one or both image sources The audio source can be the computer video source or another device such as a stereo l Connect to an external speaker or PA system to a...

Page 20: ...nitor adapter ELP Link II Communication Kit Main cable Serial cable Mouse cable for PS 2 Macintosh serial cable Mouse cable for Serial Diskette for Windows Mouse cable for Macintosh Diskette for Macintosh Depending on the configuration of your equipment you may not need all these components Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector in the future Always transport the projector in it...

Page 21: ...vided for all new Power Books that have video out capability If your Power Book does not include one see your Macintosh dealer To connect the projector to an external sound system you need an RCA to 3 5 mm stereo audio cable You can obtain one from your computer dealer To connect the mouse cable to your computer you may require a special connector cable or other components You can obtain these ite...

Page 22: ...ce caution Do not hold the projector by the lens This can damage the lens 2 Place the projector the proper distance from the screen The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size Use the general guidelines in the table on the next page to determine the proper distance 1 l Installation ...

Page 23: ...1 m 51 2 inches 1 3 m 39 4 inches 1 m 3 Make sure the projector is at a right angle to the screen Otherwise the screen image will be distorted 4 Connect one end of the power cord to the projector s power connector Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet The projector goes into sleep mode indicated by the orange power status light Warning Never look into the lens when the lamp is on T...

Page 24: ...remote control slide off the battery compartment cover as shown here 6 Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct 7 Replace the battery compartment cover 1 l Installation ...

Page 25: ...e projector for a long period of time Connecting to a Computer You can connect the projector to any computer capable of standard VGA Super VGA or XGA output including l IBM compatible desktop PC l IBM compatible laptop PC l Apple Macintosh desktop computer including Macintosh Quadra Macintosh Centris and Power Macintosh l Any Apple PowerBook with video out capability This includes all 160 165 180 ...

Page 26: ...the location of the ports needed to connect your PowerLite 5000 projector a Connect one end of the video cable to the projector s Computer In 1 port Use the Computer In 2 port if you are connecting a second computer b Disconnect the computer monitor cable from the video port on the back of the computer and connect the other end of the video cable to the computer s video port 1 l Installation ...

Page 27: ...ideo output but the projection screen is behind you d Tighten the screws on all connectors Connect the main cable The main cable connects the mouse cable needed to use the remote control as a mouse and serial cable needed to use the ELP Link II software and the Effects buttons on the remote control from your computer to the projector mouse cable Connecting to a Computer ...

Page 28: ...ses a serial mouse perform steps b and c using the serial mouse cable instead of the Ps 2 mouse cable not shown in the illustration e To configure the projector from your PC using the ELP Link II software or to use the Effects buttons on the remote control connect one end of the serial cable to the serial terminal on the square end of the main cable f Connect the other end of the serial cable to t...

Page 29: ...of the audio cable to the Audio In 1 jack on the projector Use the Audio In 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer b Connect the other end of the audio cable to the speaker or audio out port on a sound card in the computer Connecting to a Computer ...

Page 30: ...the location of the ports needed to connect your PowerLite 5000 projector a Connect either end of the video cable to the projector s Computer In 1 port Use the Computer In 2 port if you are connecting a second computer b Connect the other end of the video cable to the laptop s video monitor port c Tighten the screws on all connectors to make sure they are fastened securely 1 l Installation ...

Page 31: ...e and the Effects buttons on the remote control to the projector a Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector s Mouse Corn 1 port Use the Mouse Corn 2 port if you are connecting a second computer b Connect one end of the PS 2 mouse cable included with the projector to the mouse terminal on the square end of the main cable Connecting to a Computer ...

Page 32: ...he Effects buttons on the remote control connect one end of the serial cable to the serial terminal on the square end of the main cable f 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 II software if your laptop has only one serial port that is being used to support a serial mouse g Tighten the screws on all the c...

Page 33: ...e a Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio In 1 jack on the projector Use the Audio In 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer b Connect the other end of the audio cable to your laptop Connecting to a Computer ...

Page 34: ...uter manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your PowerLite 5000 projector a Connect either end of the video cable to the projector s Computer In 1 port Use the Computer In 2 port if you are connecting a second computer b Remove the small cover and set the DIP switches on the Macintosh video adapter in accordance with the resolutions you want to use such as 16 inch mode 1 l Installa...

Page 35: ...o the video port If a video out cable was supplied with your Macintosh connect one end to the video adapter and the other end to the video port on your Macintosh e If you wish to view or check images on the computer s monitor attach the Macintosh monitor adapter to the monitor cable and connect the monitor to the projector s Monitor port f Tighten the screws on both connectors to make sure they ar...

Page 36: ...ial cable needed to use the ELP Link II software from your Macintosh to the projector a Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector s Mouse Corn 1 port Use the Mouse Corn 2 to connect a second computer b Connect the MAC mouse cable to the mouse terminal on the other end of the main cable 1 l Installation ...

Page 37: ...serial terminal on the large end of the main cable Connect the other end of the serial cable to the PRINTER or MODEM port on the back of your Macintosh e Tighten the screws on both connectors Connect the audio cable a Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio In 1 jack on the projector Use the Audio In 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer b Connect the other end of the audio cable ...

Page 38: ...rojector and computer if they are on 1 Connect the video cable video out Note PowerBook configurations vary See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your PowerLite 5000 projector a Connect one end of the video cable to the projector s Computer In 1 port Use the Computer In 2 port to connect a second computer 1 l Installation ...

Page 39: ... adapter to the other end of the video cable d Connect one end of the video out cable that came with your Power Book to the video out connector on the back of the Power Book e Connect the other end of the Power Book video out cable to the projector video cable with Macintosh video adapter attached f Tighten the screws on all the connectors to make sure they are fastened securely Connecting to a Co...

Page 40: ...to the projector a Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector s Mouse Com 1 port Use the Mouse Com 2 port if you are connecting a second computer b Connect the MAC mouse cable to the mouse terminal on the other end of the main cable c Connect the mouse connector of the MAC mouse cable to the mouse port on the back of the Power Book 1 l Installation ...

Page 41: ...e to the PRINTER or MODEM port on the back of your Power Book e Tighten the screws on all connectors to make sure they are fas tened securely 4 Connect the audio cable a Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio In 1 jack on the projector Use the Audio In 2 jack if you are connecting a second computer b Connect the other end of the audio cable to your computer Connecting to a Computer ...

Page 42: ...ime However the projector automatically selects the S Video as the video source To display composite video first disconnect the S Video source The projector supports NTSC PAL and SECAM video formats and automatically detects and identifies the video format However you can specify that a single broadcast format be detected See Chapter 3 Note that the projector will then be able to detect only one t...

Page 43: ...need to purchase an S video cable For composite video connect the yellow RCA plug on one end of the audio visual cable to the projector s Video In jack Connect the other yellow RCA plug to the video out jack of your video source Connect the other plugs on the audio visual cable to the Audio In jacks of the projector insert the white plug into the L Audio In jack and the red plug into the R Audio I...

Page 44: ...ugh for most small or medium size rooms you can connect the projector to an external speaker or public address PA y t s s em for large rooms or to gain maximum benefit from the projector s built in Spatializer 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 sp...

Page 45: ...o the projector s Audio Out jack 3 Connect the RCA plugs to the external amplified speaker or PA system Insert the cable s red plug into the Audio In R jack and the white plug into the Audio In L jack Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System ...

Page 46: ...1 l Installation ...

Page 47: ...es the following information about using your projector l Turning the equipment on and off l Focusing and positioning the image l Controlling the projector with the remote control and the control panel l Monitoring the status of the projector ...

Page 48: ...rojector The illustration below identifies the parts of your projector remote control r e c e i v e r control panel I operational indicators ote control eceiver zoom ring foot release lever 2 l Using the Projector ...

Page 49: ...m if necessary 5 Computer Turning the Projector On and Off 1 Remove the projector lens cap 2 Press the Power button on the remote control or control panel The green power indicator comes on If computer or video 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 I...

Page 50: ...e the power indicator is orange there may be a delay before a projected image appears Sleep Mode Sleep mode conserves electricity by automatically turning off the lamp after the projector has not been used for 30 minutes In sleep mode the projector s power indicator is orange and only a minimum amount of the projector s circuitry remains on This conserves electricity cools the projector and extend...

Page 51: ...oned on the screen f us ring zoom ring To focus the image rotate the focus ring the inside ring on the lens To adjust the size of the image rotate the zoom ring the outside ring Rotate the zoom ring clockwise to make the screen image larger or counterclockwise to make it smaller Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image ...

Page 52: ...an move up and down freely Do not let the projector drop caution Do not hold the projector by its lens This can damage the lens 2 While pressing the purple Foot Release button raise or lower the projector until the screen image is correctly positioned 3 Release the Foot Release button to lock the foot in its new position 4 Level the projector by turning the left rear foot clockwise to raise the he...

Page 53: ...tton lets you select the projection method for certain types of image signals input from a computer With images up to SVGA size 800 x 600 pixels a 640 x 480 VGA image for example you can choose from two projection methods Either display the image in the center of the projection area or display the image full size With images greater than SVGA size 800 x 600 pixels a 1024 x 768 XGA image or a 832 x...

Page 54: ...to setup for the computer image screen Switch between input images Computer 1 Computer 2 video computer Access the projector menus for adjustment of image audio video and display settings Control resizing Control display freeze Control display blanking Adjust or mute audio output Use custom functions remote control only Adjust or mute the video 2 l Using the Projector ...

Page 55: ... at the front and back of the projector You can use the remote control up to about 33 feet 10 meters from the projector This distance may be shorter if the remote control batteries are low Note The projector may not respond to remote control commands in these conditions ambient hgh t is too bright a certain type of fluorescent light is present a strong light source such as direct sunlight shines i...

Page 56: ...phic signal to optimize it for projection Pointer button Use the pointer button to navigate the menus or use the remote as a mouse pointer when the projector is connected to the computer with all cables in the ELP Link II communications kit Effects buttons Use to display special effects in conjunction with the ELP Link II software Top multi purpose Acts as a right mouse click registers a menu sele...

Page 57: ...reeze Keeps the current computer or video image on the screen Mute Cuts off audio Volume Adjusts the volume Power Starts or stops the projector Control Enter button Panel You can use the control panel to control the printer instead of the remote control However you can program and access the custom features only when you are using the remote control Using the Remote Control ...

Page 58: ...t is fuzzy or streaked or to select menu items during menu operations Left right arrows Matches the projector s internal clock to various computer tracking graphic signals tracking adjustment tracking Use these buttons to adjust an image with vertical fuzzy lines or to change numeric settings during menu operations Enter Registers a menu selection Auto Automatically adjusts the computer s graphic ...

Page 59: ... indicator warns you if a serious problem occurs See chapter 6 Troubleshooting for what to do if a warning light comes on Power Indicator Light status Meaning Steady orange Sleep mode The projector is plugged in but not projecting Steady green Power and lamp are on Flashing orange The projector is hot Steady red The projector is too hot and has turned off Projector Status Indicators ...

Page 60: ...The projector is warming up Orange and red Projection lamp needs replacing flashing alternately Flashing orange Projector lamp is cooling down Steady red Flashing red Projector lamp has burned out Replace it to project images Problem with projection lamp or lamp power supply 2 l Using the Projector ...

Page 61: ...eo menu controls the video image such as brightness and color saturation when the image source is video such as a VCR The Audio menu controls audio features such as the volume level tone setting and Spatializer The Option menu enables you to set various projector options The Custom menu assigns functions to the remote control s Custom button The Reset All menu returns all settings to their factory...

Page 62: ...nu first press the Computer or Video button on the control panel or remote control then press the Menu button The Main menu appears Press the Menu button again to hide the menu Changing a Menu Setting To change a menu setting 1 Press the Menu button on the control panel or remote control to display the Main menu 3 l Using the Projector Menus ...

Page 63: ...2 Press the up or down arrows control panel or press the top or bottom of the pointer button remote to scroll through the menu choices up and down buttons pointer button Changing a Menu Setting ...

Page 64: ...ulti purpose button remote to display a submenu I Enter button top multi purpose button bottom multi purpose button A sub menu such as the following appears Note Sub menus differ depending on if the current image source is computer or video 3 l Using the Projector Menus ...

Page 65: ...press the Menu button again to hide the menu or select RETURN and press Enter to go back to the Main menu The changes are saved automatically Menu Options The following menus are described in this section l Video menu Image source Computer l Video menu Image source Video l Audio menu 0 O p t i o n m e n u 0 C u s t o m m e n u Video Menu Image source Computer The Video menu enables you make adjust...

Page 66: ...emove streaks from the image Tracking Matches the projector s internal clock to various computer graphic signals Adjust this setting to remove fuzzy lines from the image Color Adjusts the color balance of the input source Select this item and then press the Enter button control panel or either multi purpose button remote to enter the color adjustment mode Then use the pointer button or up and down...

Page 67: ...ected to Mouse Com 1 only if the input source is switched to Computer 2 Select 2 to assign the wireless mouse control to the computer connected to the Mouse Com 2 port Selecting 1 t3 2 tells the projector to automatically switch wireless mouse control whenever the input source computer is changed Returns all Computer menu items to their initial factory defaults Select this item and then press the ...

Page 68: ...ts the degree of difference between light and dark areas Increase the contrast to make light areas lighter and dark areas darker Decrease it to minimize the difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the image Adjusts color density Increase the setting for darker and more opaque colors Decrease it for lighter and less opaque colors Adjust the red green color balance of the screen Increas...

Page 69: ...irmation screen without changing any settings Return Saves your changes and displays the Main menu Audio Menu The Audio menu enables you make adjustments related to audio Menu item Description Volume Adjusts the volume level for the speakers and audio out terminal Increase the audio volume to raise the volume or decrease it to lower the volume Tone Adjusts the tone of the speakers and audio out te...

Page 70: ...ter button control panel to clear the confirmation screen without changing any settings Return Saves your changes and displays the Main menu Option Menu The Option menu enables you to adjust basic settings that normally do not need changing Menu item Description Prompt Temporarily displays a prompt on the projector screen to identify which source computer or video is providing the image Rear Proje...

Page 71: ...he pointer button remote to change the selected value A high color temperature value enhances the selected color within the overall image while a lower value weakens the color Press the Enter button control panel or either multi purpose button remote or select Return to clear the setting screen and return to the Option menu Ceiling Mirrors the projected image on its X axis top bottom Selecting ON ...

Page 72: ...uage English Japanese French German Italian Spanish and Portuguese Lamp Displays the number of hours the current projector lamp has been used The color of this display turns red when the projector lamp is close to the end of its normal life When this happens replace the projector lamp with a new one as soon as possible Return Saves your changes and displays the Main menu Custom Menu The Custom men...

Page 73: ...Zoom menu is New Set or Present Set If the value is New Set press the bottom multi purpose button to toggle the value Press the Custom button to access the Zoom function An indicator appears in the lower right of the screen while the zoom function is on Zoom remains on until you press the Custom button again The following remote control functions are available while the zoom function is on Zoom In...

Page 74: ...turn on the Preview function The preview function remains on until you press the Custom button again select an input source with the pointer button or press the remote control s bottom multi purpose button Press the bottom multi purpose button then check if the value next to the Strobe menu is New Set or Present Set If the value is New Set press the bottom multi purpose button to toggle the value ...

Page 75: ...isplay a screen specifying the number of frames flashed and the time interval between them You can specify the number of frames as 4 9 or 16 and the time interval from 0 1 to 1 second in 0 1 second increments Press the top multi purpose button again to cleat the setting screen Saves your changes and displays the Main menu Menu Options ...

Page 76: ...3 l Using the Projector Menus ...

Page 77: ...ng the ELP Link II Software T he ELP Link II software is a utility you can run from your desktop or laptop computer to control projector features and configure special effect buttons on the remote control ...

Page 78: ...rojector is properly connected to your computer See Chapter 1 Installation for instructions about how to install the serial and mouse cables needed to use the Link II software Installing the Software from Windows 3 x Perform the following steps to set up the software for Windows 3 x 1 Insert the Link II for Windows installation diskette into a diskette drive A or B as appropriate 4 l Using the ELP...

Page 79: ...er a new directory name and then press C 6 The Link II software communicates with the projector using the computer s serial communication COM port Specify which COM port to use then press C to continue Most likely your computer is using COM 1 7 A summary screen appears stating how much free hard disk space is required to run the software and how much is available If sufficient disk space is availa...

Page 80: ...tion diskette into a diskette drive A or B as appropriate 2 Click Start 3 Click the Run menu option The Run dialog box appears 4 Type A SETUP or B SETUP as appropriate then press Enter or click OK The ELP Link II introduction appears 5 Press C to continue 6 To accept the default location for where the software should be installed press C to continue Otherwise enter a new directory name and then pr...

Page 81: ...ise press X exit to free up some disk space then restart the installation program from step 1 9 You see a prompt to create the installation directory you specified in step 6 Press Y yes Installing the Software from Macintosh OS System 7 Perform the following steps to set up the software for the Macintosh 1 Insert the Link II for Windows installation diskette into the diskette drive 2 Double click ...

Page 82: ...click the ELP Link II program icon The ELP Link II main dialog box appears Using the Software The ELP Link II software can be used to l Customize the remote control Effects buttons l Control standard and special projector features Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons You can assign functions to the remote control Effects buttons so you can use them to perform special operations such as d...

Page 83: ...ng the remote Pointer button Then press the bottom multi purpose button twice to define the line end position Ellipse Draws an ellipse oval on the screen Press the Effects key assigned to this effect Then press the bottom multi purpose button once to define the position of one end of the ellipse Move the cursor using the remote Pointer button Then press the bottom multi purpose button twice to def...

Page 84: ...ey assigned to this effect Use the pointer button to place the cursor where you want the stamp to appear Then press the assigned Effects button to display the stamp Change Cursor Changes the cursor shape Press the assigned Effects button to change the cursor shape Clear Screen Clears all Effects functions previously executed Press the assigned Effects button to clear the screen Macro Key Types a p...

Page 85: ...ag and drop a function from the function list to the Effects button you want to customize l Click a function in the function list click the Effects button number you want to customize then click Customize l Select the function from the function list and then press the Effects button on the remote control Using the Software ...

Page 86: ...he Effects buttons Click the tab for the function you want to adjust then make any settings you wish To test each 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 bottom and top multi purpose buttons respectively To save the changes click OK T...

Page 87: ... image visible through the ellipse Fill Click this check box to fill the ellipse with color Square Width Specify the line width from 1 to 32 points Color Choose a color for the line Transparent Click this check box to make the background text or image visible through the square Fill Click this check box to fill the ellipse with color Make oval shape Click this check box to round the corners of the...

Page 88: ...as Ctrl A in the Registration Keys Macro field The Backspace and Delete keys are also recorded Click on the Clear button to clear the current key assignment Click on the Registration button to save more than one set of key assignments Note Although you can save multiple sets of key assignments only one set can be active at any time 4 l Using the ELP Link II Software ...

Page 89: ...a set of assignments from the Registration List select its name and then click Delete To exit without saving the settings click Exit Changing the COM Port Assignment If you did not select the correct COM communication port when setting up the software or if you have changed the COM port to which the projector is connected you can change the COM port setting from the ELP Link II software From the O...

Page 90: ...the Projector Set Window 1 Double click the ELP Link II program icon from the Windows 3 x ELP Link II program group or Mac OS ELP Link II folder or select ELP Link II from the Windows 95 Programs menu The ELP Link II program icon appears minimized on your screen 2 Double click the ELP Link II program icon The main dialog box appears 4 l Using the ELP Link II Software ...

Page 91: ...tor Set window appears Projector Test User s Color Control Pattern Logo Property Using the Quick Change Toolbar To quickly change some basic projector settings click one of the toolbar buttons described below Power On Off Volume Up Down Mute Using the Software ...

Page 92: ... for the settings you want to adjust 3 Change one or more of the following options Computer Tab Option Description Brightness Adjusts screen brightness Contrast Adjusts screen contrast Sync Adjusts the sych synchronization to remove screen flicker Tracking Adjusts tracking to remove horizontal lines 4 l Using the ELP Link II Software ...

Page 93: ...t values Video Tab Option Description Brightness Adjusts screen brightness Contrast Adjusts screen contrast Saturation Adjusts the color saturation Tint Mode Adjusts the color tint NTSC only Selects the signal format You can select AUTO PAL NTSC or SECAM AUTO automatically adjusts the image to the signal received Pattern Display Displays the test pattern currently selected Reset Click Reset to res...

Page 94: ...lt values Option Tab Option Description Blank To Specify if a blank screen is to be displayed when no signal is connected Source Prompt Install Temporarily displays a prompt on the projector screen identifying which source computer or video is providing the image Specify how the projector is being used Rear Proj Use this setting when projecting to the back of a screen so the image is flipped left ...

Page 95: ...ays the test pattern currently selected Reset Click Reset to reset all fields to their default values Custom Tab Option Description Customize Zoom Zooms in on the screen image Function Preview Displays the images from all the connected devices on the screen at one time Strobe Displays the selected images in the specified number of frames and time interval Frame Count Specify the number of frames i...

Page 96: ...Image Dis plays a color bar test pattern Gray Scale Displays a gray scale test pattern Focus Pattern Displays a character based focus pattern User File bmp D pl y IS a s a bitmapped test pattern from the file name specified Either type the name or click Ref refer to browse the hard disk for the file The bitmap should be 800 x 600 pixels dots 3 Click Pattern Display to display the test pattern sele...

Page 97: ...dium normal white L Low more red User Create a custom color temperature by using the slide bars to specify the amount of red and blue 3 Specify an image 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 4 Click Pattern Display to display the test pattern selected Using the Software ...

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Page 99: ...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 PowerLite 5000 dealer or a qualified service person Warning Before you clean any part of the projector turn off the projector and unplug the power cord Never open any cover on the projector except the lamp and filte...

Page 100: ...int free cloth To remove dirt or smears on the lens moisten a soft cloth with an alcohol based cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface Cleaning the Projector Case To clean the projector case first unplug the power cord To remove dirt or dust wipe the case with a soft dry lint free cloth To remove stubborn dirt or stains moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent Then wipe the case Do...

Page 101: ...he 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 right 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 Use a screwdriver coin or similar object to unscrew one screw lift and remove...

Page 102: ...ada to obtain a new one Request part number 1023658 Replacing the Lamp The projector lamp typically lasts for about 2000 hours of use It is time to replace the lamp when l The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate l The projection lamp indicator orange and red flashing alternately is red Contact your PowerLite 5000 dealer or call EPSON Accessories at 800 873 7766 in the United State...

Page 103: ...retaining screws on the lamp cover When the screws are loose lift off the lamp cover You cannot remove these screws 4 Use a screwdriver coin or similar object to loosen the two screws holding the lamp in position You cannot remove these screws Replacing the Lamp ...

Page 104: ...lowering it into position Make sure it is inserted securely 7 Tighten the screws you loosened in step 4 8 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 5 l Maintenance ...

Page 105: ...if the projector is not working and to find out what the warning lights are indicating l Problems with the screen image See this section if you cannot project an image or if the screen image is not good If you have a problem check the appropriate section and follow all suggestions that apply to your problem If none of the suggestions solves the problem call your PowerLite 5000 dealer or contact EP...

Page 106: ...lights alert you to problems with projector operation Indicator Color Power Red Meaning The projector is hot Projection lamp Red The lamp needs to be replaced See Replacing the Lamp in Chapter 5 for instructions Both Flashing red The projector is malfunctioning Call a service representative See the following pages for information on what to do when you see these warning lights or encounter other s...

Page 107: ...r the projection lamp light is red Replace the projector lamp as described on page 84 D The power 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 a whil...

Page 108: ...d in Chapter 1 The correct image source may not be selected Press the Source button on the remote control or the control panel to choose another image source D Only part of the computer image is displayed If the computer s output resolution setting is higher than 800 x 600 the projector resizes the image If the computer output is not compatible with this resizing choose a different display setting...

Page 109: ...selected correctly When NO SIGNAL is displayed you cannot access the source computer video menu D A blank screen is displayed The computer signal cannot be interpreted by the projector Verify the display format see page 95 When you see a blank screen you cannot access the projector menus D The image or parts of the image are blurred or not in focus Adjust the Brightness and Contrast settings on th...

Page 110: ...just the color and tint NTSC only settings on the Video menu D There is no sound First check that the volume setting is not turned all the way down and that the audio visual cable is securely attached to both the projector and the audio source The wrong source is selected Press either the Computer or Video button on the remote control or control panel to select the proper source 6 l Troubleshootin...

Page 111: ...stance Remote control range Internal speaker system Optical aspect ratio Zoom ratio Liquid crystal panel Thin Film Transistor TFT 1 32 inches 33 6 mm 800 horizontal x 600 vertical pixels 21 to 300 inches 0 6 to 7 meters 3 9 to 33 feet 1 to 10 meters 33 feet 10 meters 2 x 2W stereo 4 x 3 horizontal x vertical 1 1 3 ...

Page 112: ... 3 inches 159 mm 9 7 inches 245 mm 15 0 inches 380 mm with lens 14 1 lb 6 4 kg 100 to 120 VAC and 200 to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 100 to 120 VAC 2 7 A 50 60 Hz 200 to 240 VAC 1 6 A 50 60 Hz ENERGY STAR Compliance Operation 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C non condensing Storage 4 to 140 F 10 to 60 C non condensing Operation 20 to 80 RH non condensing Storage 10 to 90 RH non condensing 7 l Technical Specifications ...

Page 113: ...lutions IBM PC and IBM PC compatible VGA VESA JEGA 640 x 480 CGA 640 x 200 640 x 400 800 x 600 1024 x 768 Apple Macintosh Standard 8 and 640 x 480 24 bit color monitor 832 x 624 1024 x 768 NEC PC 640 x 480 800 x 600 The projector uses a patent pending technology to resize the image to 800 x 600 Note The frequencies of some computers may not allow the image to be displayed correctly Note This proje...

Page 114: ...In l 2 connector signals 2 3 Green out green video Blue out blue video Green video Blue video 4 Reserved 5 GND Monitor ID bit 2 GND 6 GND Red video GND 7 GND Green video GND 8 GND Blue video GND 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Reserved 5 v GND Reserved Reserved Synchronous GND Monitor ID bit 0 SDA Horizontal sync Horizontal sync Vertical sync Vertical sync Vertical sync SCL Red out red video Red video 7 l Tec...

Page 115: ... 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 NTSC A 525 line video broadcast format developed by the National Television Standards Committee NTSC is widely used in North America Mexico and Japan PAL Phase Alternation by Line A 625 line video broadcast form...

Page 116: ...ideo 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 625line TV system used in France Eastern Europe Russia and parts of Africa Sleep mode A power saving feature in which the projector s lamp is turned off when the projector has not been used for 30 minutes In sleep mode only a minimum amount o...

Page 117: ...o menu 51 to 52 Auto button 35 B Batteries 6 Blank 53 Bottom multi purpose button 37 Brightness 48 50 C Case cleaning 82 Ceiling hanging the projector from 53 Cleaning air filter 83 to 84 case 82 lens 82 Color property setting 79 Color temperature 53 COM port assignment changing 71 Component list 2 to 3 ...

Page 118: ...ntacting xvi to xviii External speaker connecting to 26 to 27 F Flashing lights 41 to 42 88 to 90 Feet raising or lowering image 34 Focusing the screen image 33 G Green lights 41 to 42 88 to 90 H Help EPSON xvi to xvii I Installation projector 1 to 29 Installing the ELP Link II software 60 to 64 L Lamp menu option 54 replacing 84 to 86 Language menu option 54 Launching the ELP Link II software 64 ...

Page 119: ...o 40 using remote control with 37 to 39 Projector menus using 43 to 57 R Rear projection 52 Remote control batteries 6 customizing Effects buttons 64 to 71 using 37 to 39 Resize button 35 Resolution 97 S Safety instructions xiv to xv Saturation 50 Screen image problems 90 to 92 Service xvi to xvii Sleep mode 32 Software installing 60 to 64 launching 64 using 64 to 79 Spatializer 51 Specifications ...

Page 120: ...V W Video jacks 25 Warning lights 41 to 42 88 to 90 Video source connecting to projector 24 to 26 Z Volume adjusting 51 Zoom 55 to 56 Index ...

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