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Presenting With the Remote 
Control

T

he projector includes a number of tools to enhance your 

presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control, 
which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room—up 
to 19.7 feet (6 meters) away. 

This chapter covers:

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Using the remote control

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Controlling the picture and sound

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Operating your computer with the remote control

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Highlighting your presentation

Summary of Contents for PowerLite 79

Page 1: ...PowerLite S7 79 W7 Multimedia Projector User sGuide ...

Page 2: ...poration nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of 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 ...

Page 3: ...nd Duet are trademarks and Extra Care is a service mark of Epson America Inc Pixelworks DNX and the DNX logo are trademarks of Pixelworks Inc General Notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks This information is subject to change without notice 2009 Epson America Inc...

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Page 5: ...ctor 19 Projector Placement Options 24 Connecting to a Computer 25 Connecting to the USB Port 26 Connecting to the VGA Computer Port 27 Connecting to Video Equipment 28 Connecting a Composite Video Source 29 Connecting an S Video Source 30 Connecting a Component Video Source 31 Connecting an RGB Video Source 32 Connecting an External Monitor 33 Playing Sound Through the Projector 34 Connecting Ext...

Page 6: ...pping Action 49 Zooming In on Your Image 49 Controlling the Volume 50 Operating Your Computer With the Remote Control 50 Highlighting Your Presentation 52 Using the Pointer Tool 52 Customizing the Pointer Tool 52 4 Fine Tuning the Projector 53 Using the Menu System 54 Restoring the Default Settings 55 Adjusting the Image 55 Adjusting Signal Settings 57 Customizing Projector Features 59 Customizing...

Page 7: ...ies 76 Transporting the Projector 77 6 Solving Problems 79 Using On Screen Help 80 Checking Projector Status 81 What To Do When the Lights Flash 81 Solving Projector Operation Problems 83 Solving Problems With the Image or Sound 83 Solving Problems With the Remote Control 89 Where To Get Help 90 Speak to a Support Representative 90 A Technical Specifications 93 B Notices 101 Important Safety Instr...

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Page 9: ...es from a Windows PC via USB connection Quick convenient control Direct Power On sleep mode Instant Off On Easy picture adjustment ultra flexible Keystone correction with digital zoom PowerLite S7 or optical zoom PowerLite 79 PowerLite W7 Security features password protection user s logo projector button lock security cable attachment cable not included and a slot for an optional Kensington securi...

Page 10: ...eet Provides information for connecting the projector to your equipment displaying and adjusting the image and solving display problems Built in help system Provides assistance for common problems Available from the Help button on the projector or the remote control See page 80 for details epson com support Download FAQs and e mail your questions to Epson support PrivateLine support If you still n...

Page 11: ...ide lens cover Infrared receiver Monitor Out port Computer Component Video port Audio port S Video port Video port USB TypeB port AC power inlet Lamp cover screw Infrared receiver Air filter Air filter cover Focus ring Zoom ring PowerLite 79 W7 only Rearadjustable foot Rear adjustable foot Audio Out port Front Back Lamp cover ...

Page 12: ...de button increases image size PowerLite S7 Keystone button corrects screen shape Power button Tele button decreases image size Power light Lamp and Temperature warning lights Source Search button searches for connected video sources Menu button displays projector menus Help button Volumeup button Enter button selects menu items Keystone button corrects screen shape Esc button exits menu items Vol...

Page 13: ... Aspect button changes screen size Color Mode button changes display mode Num button activates number buttons Page Up Down buttons control PowerPoint slides USB cable required E Zoom buttons zoom into image Menu button accesses projector menus Esc button exits menus Menu navigation arrow buttons and Enter button User button lets you assign function ...

Page 14: ...or installing the projector 3 11 in 79 mm 3 03 in 77 mm 11 61 in 295 mm 3 62 in 92 mm 1 57 in 39 8 mm center of lens to mounting bracket holes 3 66 in 93 mm 8 98 in 228 mm 9 59 in 243 5 mm 0 51 in 13 mm 1 5 in 38 3 mm 5 04 in 128 mm 1 48 in 37 5 mm 0 98 in 25 mm Mounting screw holes ...

Page 15: ... can register online at epson com webreg Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories products and service Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector Epson offers the following optional accessories Product Part number Replacement lamp V13H010L54 Replacement air filter set V13H134A25 Universal projector ceiling mount Adjustable suspended ceiling channel kit Fa...

Page 16: ...at www epsonstore com U S sales or www epson ca Canadian sales Component to VGA video cable S Video cable ELPKC19 ELPSV01 DC 06 document camera ELPDC06 DC 10s document camera V12H321001 ELPDC10S Soft shoulder case for projector and notebook Wheeled soft carrying case Molded hard shell wheeled carrying case Swiss Gear backpack ELPKS61 ELPKS62 ELPKS58 ELPKS63 Product Part number ...

Page 17: ...p computer or to video equipment such as a VCR DVD player or video camera Follow the instructions in this chapter on Unpacking the projector Positioning the projector Connecting to a computer Connecting to video equipment Connecting an external monitor Playing sound through the projector Turning the projector on and off ...

Page 18: ...lways use the original packaging or the equivalent when you need to send the projector to another location See page 77 for transportation instructions If you are moving the projector by hand use the carrying case Projector Remote control PDF manuals and registration CD ROM Power cord VGA computer cable Password Protected sticker Carrying case 2 AA batteries for remote control ...

Page 19: ...age 15 To receive an audio signal you ll need an RCA type audio cable with two male plugs or a stereo mini jack audio adapter cable with red and white jacks on one end Positioning the Projector If the projector isn t already installed in the room you re using you ll probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen This lets you stand in the front of the room face the audience and remain...

Page 20: ...e S7 4 3 images Center of lens Center of lens Screen size Projection distance A Wide to Tele Offset B 30 inches 76 cm 34 to 47 inches 87 to 119 cm 2 inches 5 cm 50 inches 127 cm 58 to 79 inches 147 to 200 cm 3 3 inches 8 cm 60 inches 152 cm 70 to 95 inches 177 to 240 cm 3 9 inches 10 cm 80 inches 203 cm 93 to 126 inches 237 to 321 cm 5 2 inches 13 cm 100 inches 254 cm 117 to 158 inches 297 to 402 ...

Page 21: ...4 cm 200 inches 508 cm 256 to 346 inches 651 to 880 cm 2 1 inches 5 cm Screen size Projection distance A Wide to Tele Offset B 30 inches 76 cm 35 to 42 inches 89 to 107 cm 2 inches 5 cm 40 inches 102 cm 47 to 56 inches 119 to 143 cm 2 7 inches 7 cm 50 inches 127 cm 59 to 71 inches 150 to 180 cm 3 3 inches 8 cm 60 inches 152 cm 71 to 85 inches 180 to 217 cm 4 inches 10 cm 80 inches 203 cm 95 to 114...

Page 22: ...m 100 inches 254 cm 130 to 156 inches 329 to 396 cm 0 9 inch 2 cm 150 inches 381 cm 195 to 234 inches 495 to 595 cm 1 4 inches 3 cm 200 inches 508 cm 260 to 313 inches 661 to 794 cm 1 8 inches 5 cm 250 inches 635 cm 326 to 391 inches 827 to 994 cm 2 3 inches 6 cm 275 inches 699 cm 358 to 430 inches 910 to 1093 cm 2 5 inches 6 cm Diagonal screen size Projection distance A Wide to Tele Offset B 40 i...

Page 23: ...ches 102 cm 50 to 60 inches 126 to 152 cm 3 4 inches 9 cm 50 inches 127 cm 62 to 75 inches 158 to 190 cm 4 3 inches 11 cm 60 inches 152 cm 75 to 90 inches 190 to 229 cm 5 1 inches 13 cm 80 inches 203 cm 100 to 121 inches 255 to 306 cm 6 9 inches 17 cm 100 inches 254 cm 126 to 151 inches 319 to 383 cm 8 6 inches 22 cm 150 inches 381 cm 189 to 227 inches 480 to 577 cm 12 9 inches 33 cm 200 inches 50...

Page 24: ...nce A Wide to Tele Offset B 40 inches 102 cm 45 to 54 inches 114 to 137 cm 2 inches 5 cm 50 inches 127 cm 56 to 68 inches 143 to 172 cm 2 5 inches 6 cm 60 inches 152 cm 68 to 82 inches 172 to 208 cm 3 inches 8 cm 80 inches 203 cm 91 to 109 inches 231 to 278 cm 4 inches 10 cm 100 inches 254 cm 114 to 137 inches 289 to 348 cm 5 1 inches 13 cm 150 inches 381 cm 171 to 206 inches 435 to 523 cm 7 6 inc...

Page 25: ...n connect the projector to a Windows computer using the projector s TypeB USB port This lets you carry a lightweight cable with you when you transport the projector see page 26 You can connect the projector to any computer that has a standard video output monitor port including desktop models PC notebook computers Macintosh PowerBook and iBook computers and hand held devices See page 27 for instru...

Page 26: ...xtended menu is set to USB Display see page 60 3 Turn on your computer 4 Connect the square end of a USB cable to the projector s TypeB square USB port 5 Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on your notebook or desktop computer Messages appear on your computer screen as the projector is recognized and the software is installed automatically 6 Follow the instructions on the s...

Page 27: ...e USB cable Connecting to the VGA Computer Port You can connect to the projector using the VGA computer cable that came with it the monitor port on your computer must be a D sub 15 pin port 1 Connect one end of the VGA computer cable to the projector s Computer Component Video port and the other end to your computer s monitor port 2 You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the projector ...

Page 28: ...ow RCA video output connector see Connecting a Composite Video Source on page 29 If your video player has an S Video connector see Connecting an S Video Source on page 30 If your video player has a component video port three connectors labeled either Y Cb Cr or Y Pb Pr see Connecting a Component Video Source on page 31 If your video player has an RGB video port see Connecting an RGB Video Source o...

Page 29: ...rojector 2 If you want to play sound through the projector see page 34 for instructions on connecting an audio cable When you ve finished making connections see page 36 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image note If the video cable was not provided with your video device you can purchase one from an electronics dealer Video...

Page 30: ... play sound through the projector see page 34 for instructions on connecting an audio cable When you ve finished making connections see page 36 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image note If the S Video cable was not provided with your video device you can purchase one from Epson see page 15 S Video port ...

Page 31: ...yer 2 Connect the other end of the cable HD15 male to the Computer Component Video port on your projector using an optional component to VGA video cable or adapter 3 You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the projector s Signal menu to Auto see page 58 4 If you want to play sound through the projector see page 34 for instructions on connecting an audio cable When you ve finished making...

Page 32: ...onent Video port on the projector 2 You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the projector s Signal menu to RGB see page 58 3 If you want to play sound through the projector see page 34 for instructions on connecting audio cables When you ve finished making connections see page 36 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the ...

Page 33: ...ure your computer s VGA cable is connected to the projector s Computer Component Video port see page 27 Then connect your monitor to the projector s Monitor Out port as shown note Some LCD monitors may not be able to display the image correctly If you have trouble displaying the image connect a multiscan monitor If you re projecting computer images make sure the computer s refresh rate is set to 6...

Page 34: ...udio output connector s on your computer or video equipment Connecting External Speakers You can output sound from the projector to external speakers with a built in amplifier 1 Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers Depending on your speakers you may be able to use a standard audio cable with a stereo mini jack connector on one end and pin jacks on the other end For some speakers y...

Page 35: ...e stereo mini jack end of the audio cable to the Audio Out port on the projector 3 Connect the other end of the cable to your speakers The projector s internal speaker system is disabled while sound is output to external speakers Audio cable ...

Page 36: ...cally detect and display the image source If you turn on the projector first or have multiple pieces of connected equipment you may have to select the image source manually see page 40 Follow these steps to turn on the projector 1 Open the A V Mute slide lens cover 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the projector and the other end into an electrical outlet ...

Page 37: ... Direct Power On function enables faster setup The projector starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it on with a wall switch You don t have to press the Ppower button Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control or projector then select the Extended menu and press Enter Power light Power button warning Never look into the lens when the lam...

Page 38: ...n message If you don t want to turn it off press any other button 2 Press the Ppower button again The projection lamp turns off and the projector beeps twice You can then unplug the power cord If you want to turn the projector on again make sure the orange Ppower light is not flashing then press the Ppower button note Lamp life will vary depending upon mode selected environmental conditions and us...

Page 39: ...39 2 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Follow the guidelines in this chapter for Selecting an image source Adjusting the image ...

Page 40: ...ject Or press one of the Source buttons on the remote control Computer Video or USB If you still can t see an image or can t project the same image that is on your notebook or computer screen see page 83 for solutions Adjusting the Image Once you see your image you may need to make certain adjustments If the image is too high or too low reposition it as described below If the image isn t square se...

Page 41: ... tilted or you need to fine tune the height of the image you can turn the projector s adjustable rear feet Raising the projector may cause the image shape to distort or keystone but you can correct the shape as described below Adjusting the Image Shape You can maintain a rectangular image by placing the projector directly in front of the screen and keeping it level This also produces the best pict...

Page 42: ...on button on the projector s control panel until the shape is evenly rectangular Select the Keystone setting in the projector s Settings menu see page 59 Then use the arrow buttons on the remote control to adjust the shape of the image Keystone correction buttons PowerLite S7 PowerLite 79 PowerLite W7 Keystone correction buttons ...

Page 43: ...ce the image press the Wide enlarge or Tele reduce button on the projector s control panel You can also use the Zoom setting in the projector s Settings menu see page 59 for instructions If the image still isn t large enough you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen You can also use the E Zoom buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image See page 49 for ...

Page 44: ...deo games or TV in a bright room Presentation For color presentations in a bright room Theatre For natural toned movies in a darkened room Photo For vivid high contrast still images in a bright room only available when the source is set to Computer or USB Sports For vivid TV images in a bright room only available for component video S Video or composite video sources sRGB Matches the color palette...

Page 45: ...splay area 4 3 Displays images using the full projection area at an aspect ratio of 4 3 16 9 Converts the aspect ratio of the image to 16 9 4 3 ratio images are elongated horizontally to fit PowerLite W7 Normal Displays images using the full projection area and maintains the aspect ratio of the image Choose this setting to automatically resize the image and make the best use of the display area 16...

Page 46: ...the full width of the projection area but does not retain the aspect ratio 4 3 ratio images are elongated horizontally Native Displays images as is aspect ratio and resolution are maintained Black bands may appear or images may be cut off depending on the resolution ...

Page 47: ...ion All of them can be accessed using the remote control which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room up to 19 7 feet 6 meters away This chapter covers Using the remote control Controlling the picture and sound Operating your computer with the remote control Highlighting your presentation ...

Page 48: ...and Sound Press the A V Mute button on the remote control or close the A V Mute slide on the projector to turn off the image and sound and darken your screen This is useful if you want to temporarily re direct your audience s attention without the distraction of a bright screen To turn the image and sound back on press the button again or open the A V Mute slide You can create an image such as a c...

Page 49: ... the E Zoom buttons on the remote control 1 Press the E Zoom button on the remote control You see a crosshair indicating the center of the zoom in area 2 Use the arrow menu navigation buttons to position the crosshair 3 Continue pressing the E Zoom button to enlarge the selected area up to 4 times 4 While the image is enlarged you can Use the arrow buttons to move around the screen Press the E Zoo...

Page 50: ...esentation you can use the remote control buttons to do one of the following Move through presentation slides using the Page Up or Page Down buttons Use the buttons as you would a wireless mouse by pressing the arrow Enter and Esc buttons Before you can use one of these functions you must connect a USB cable to the USB TypeB port on the projector see page 26 and select the function you want to use...

Page 51: ...less mouse select Wireless Mouse as the USB Type B setting on the Extended menu see page 60 Then you can control your presentation as follows Use the arrow buttons to move the cursor on the screen Press the Enter button once to left click or twice to double click Press the Esc button to right click To drag and drop hold down the Enter button Then use the arrow buttons to drag the object When it s ...

Page 52: ...ructions in the next section 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to position the pointer on the screen 3 When you re done using the pointer press the Pointer or Esc button to clear the screen Customizing the Pointer Tool You can change the appearance of the pointer by choosing from three alternative shapes 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control highlight the Settings menu highligh...

Page 53: ...en menus to adjust the image sound and other features This chapter covers the following information Using the menu system Adjusting the image Adjusting signal settings Customizing projector features Customizing power and operation Using the projector security features ...

Page 54: ...ress the Enter button to select it 3 Once you ve selected the menu use the arrow buttons to scroll through the list of options Some of the options may be grayed out or unavailable depending on the selected source 4 After highlighting the option you want to adjust use the arrow buttons to change the setting In some cases you may have to press the Enter button to view a sub screen Press the left or ...

Page 55: ... All press Enter and select Yes to confirm Adjusting the Image 1 You can use the Image menu to adjust the brightness sharpness color tint contrast and Auto Iris settings Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control and select the Image menu You see a screen similar to one of these note When you select Reset All in the Reset menu it does not reset the Input Signal User s Logo Language o...

Page 56: ... the image bluer or Low to tint it redder default setting is Medium Not available if sRGB is selected as the Color Mode setting Color Adjustment Adjusts the color values Select Red Green Blue to adjust red green and blue hue and saturation values Not available if sRGB is selected as the Color Mode setting Auto Iris Automatically adjusts the projected luminance according to the brightness of the im...

Page 57: ...enu You see a screen similar to one of those below The settings will be different depending on the source you are projecting from 2 Adjust the desired options as needed Auto Setup Leave this setting On to automatically optimize computer images Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have made to the Tracking Sync and Position settings Resolution Set to Auto to have the projector automatica...

Page 58: ...on t look right on the Auto setting select the setting for the type of equipment you ve connected to the Computer Component Video port Choose RGB for a computer or RGB video connection or Auto for a video player that outputs a component video signal with connectors labeled Y Cb Cr or Y Pb Pr Video Signal composite or S Video signals only Select the setting for the type of equipment you ve connecte...

Page 59: ...werLite S7 only Adjusts the image size from Wide larger to Tele smaller Control Panel Lock Lets you disable all of the buttons on the projector or all of the buttons except the Ppower button See page 66 for more information Pointer Shape Lets you choose from three alternative pointer shapes See page 52 for more information Power Consumption Lets you select from two levels of brightness The ECO set...

Page 60: ... closed captioning turn sleep mode on or off and customize other projector operations Display Messages Lets you turn screen messages on or off Display Background Sets the screen background to Black Blue or Logo when no image signal is available Startup Screen Enables or disables display of the startup User s Logo screen when the projector is turned on A V Mute Sets the screen background to Black B...

Page 61: ...atically when the A V Mute slide is closed for more than 30 minutes High Altitude Mode Enable when you are using the projector above 4 900 feet 1 500 meters to ensure that the temperature is regulated properly Turn this setting off for lower elevations Standby Mode Select Communication On to enable the projector to be monitored and controlled from a computer when it is in standby mode the power li...

Page 62: ...rom being turned on and prevent your custom startup screen from being changed See the next section Create a custom screen that is displayed at startup and or when the A V Mute button is pressed The screen can be locked with a password to discourage theft and provides a way to identify the projector should it be stolen See page 65 Disable the projector s buttons this is useful for example in a clas...

Page 63: ...r custom screen see page 65 display and User s Logo settings in the Extended menu from being changed Select On press Enter then press Esc to return to the Password Protect screen 3 Use the arrow buttons to select Password and press Enter 4 When you see a message asking if you want to change the password select Yes and press Enter 5 Hold down the Num button and use the numeric keypad to enter a fou...

Page 64: ...ith the message The projector s operation will be locked and the projector switches to standby mode Write down the error code then disconnect the projector s power cord from the electrical outlet reconnect it and turn the projector back on Try entering the correct password again If you have forgotten the password contact Epson with the request code number that appears in the Password screen for as...

Page 65: ... the image and transfer it to the projector 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control highlight the Extended menu and press Enter 2 Highlight User s Logo and press Enter 3 When you see a message asking Choose this image as the User s Logo select Yes and press Enter A selection box displays over the image 4 Use the arrow buttons to select the area of the image you want to use Then press Enter 5...

Page 66: ...ct Display and press Enter 3 Choose from these display options Set Display Background to Logo to display your image when there is no signal Set Startup Screen to On to display your image when the projector is warming up Set A V Mute to Logo to display your image when you press the A V Mute button 4 When you re finished press Menu to exit Disabling the Projector s Buttons When you enable the Contro...

Page 67: ...n seconds A message is displayed and the lock is released Using Security Locking The projector includes two security locking points to prevent its theft when installed or used in public locations Security cable attachment You can attach a commercially available security cable as shown below to secure the projector to a table or ceiling mount Kensington security slot The security slot located on th...

Page 68: ...68 Fine Tuning the Projector ...

Page 69: ...icer This chapter covers the following Cleaning the lens Cleaning the projector case Cleaning the air filter Replacing the air filter Replacing the lamp Replacing the remote control batteries Transporting the projector warning Before you clean any part of the projector turn it off and unplug the power cord Never open any cover on the projector except the lamp cover Dangerous electrical voltages in...

Page 70: ...includes an air filter to ensure the best performance If dust collects on the air filter clean it as described here Dust clogs prevent proper ventilation and can cause overheating which can damage the projector 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord 2 Remove dust from the air filter using a small vacuum cleaner designed for computer or office equipment or gently clean the vent with a s...

Page 71: ...orn You repeatedly see a projected message telling you to clean or replace it Contact your dealer or call Epson at 800 GO EPSON 800 463 7766 to obtain a new air filter Request part number V13H134A25 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord 2 Open the air filter cover on the side of the projector 3 Lift the air filter out of its slot as shown note Air filters contain polycarbonate ABS res...

Page 72: ...See page 75 to check the lamp usage It is time to replace the lamp when The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen and the Lamp light flashes orange To maintain projector brightness and image quality replace the lamp as soon as possible You may also need to replace the lamp if the Lamp light flashes red See page 81 note Turn off this...

Page 73: ...o screws holding the lamp in place you can t remove them warning Let the lamp cool fully before replacing it In the unlikely event that the lamp has broken small glass fragments may be present and should be removed carefully to avoid injury If the projector has been installed on the ceiling you should stand to the side of the lamp cover not underneath it If the lamp is used after the replacement p...

Page 74: ...n its screws 7 Replace the lamp cover then tighten its screw 8 Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section note The lamp s in this product contain mercury Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling Do not put in the trash note Tighten the lamp cover securely so you do not receive a lamp cover error when you turn the projector back on ...

Page 75: ...nd press Enter You see this screen 3 Select Reset Lamp Hours and press Enter 4 When you see the prompt select Yes and press Enter 5 When you re finished press Menu to exit Checking Lamp Usage To check the number of hours the lamp has been used press the Menu button and highlight the Info menu You see a screen like this note The information displayed depends on the input signal currently selected I...

Page 76: ...lift the cover off 3 Install two AA alkaline batteries inserting the and ends as shown caution When replacing batteries take the following precautions Replace the batteries as soon as they run out If the batteries leak wipe away battery fluid with a soft cloth If fluid gets on your hands wash immediately Do not expose batteries to heat or flame Dispose of used batteries according to local regulati...

Page 77: ...B device is connected remove it from the projector Return the projector feet to their stored highest positions When shipping the projector for repairs use the original packaging material if possible If you do not have the original packaging use equivalent materials placing plenty of cushioning around the projector When transporting the projector a long distance first place it in a hard shell shipp...

Page 78: ...78 Maintaining the Projector ...

Page 79: ...port for problems you can t solve yourself The following information is included Using the projector s on screen help system What to do when the projector s status lights flash Solving projector operation problems Solving problems with the image or sound Solving problems with the remote control Contacting technical support ...

Page 80: ...te control or on the projector You see the Help menu 2 Use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the projector to highlight menu items 3 Press the Enter button on the remote control or the projector to select the menu item and read the solutions 4 To exit the help system press the Help button or Esc button If none of the suggestions solve your problem see additional solutions to problems in t...

Page 81: ... to the following tables for a complete description of the projector s status lights Temperature light Lamp light Power light Power light status P Power light status Description Flashing green The projector is warming up Wait for the image to appear Green The projector is operating normally Orange The projector is in sleep or standby mode You can unplug it or press the P power button to turn it on...

Page 82: ... cord and contact Epson for help as described on page 90 Warning Except as specifically explained in this User s Guide do not attempt to service this product yourself P Flashing red Red Flashing red The projector has an internal problem Stop using the projector disconnect the power cord and contact Epson for help as described on page 90 P Red Off Flashing red There is a problem with the fan or tem...

Page 83: ...the Control Panel Lock function has been enabled you can t use the buttons on the projector Try using the remote control instead or press and hold the projector s Enter button for seven seconds to release the lock see page 66 Solving Problems With the Image or Sound No image appears on the screen Check that the Ppower light is green not flashing and that the A V Mute slide is open Also press the A...

Page 84: ...ssing the button Make sure the power for your connected equipment is turned on If you re using a PC notebook Hold down the Fn key on the keyboard and press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor It may have an icon such as or it may be labelled CRT LCD Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it Check your notebook s manual or online help for details O...

Page 85: ...s settings Only part of the computer image is displayed Press the Auto button on the remote control or the Enter button on the projector Make sure the image Position setting is correct in the Signal menu See page 58 for more information Press the Aspect button on the remote control or select the correct Aspect setting from the Signal menu See page 45 for details on the available options Press the ...

Page 86: ...nal may be split between the computer and the projector If you notice a decline in the projected image quality when the image is displayed simultaneously on your notebook computer and the projector turn off the notebook s LCD display Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu see page 58 If you re using a composite S Video or component video source with 480i signals turn on ...

Page 87: ...tracking and sync settings as described in the next section You see vertical bands or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section If you re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail you may notice vertical bands or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred Press the Auto button on the remote control or the Enter...

Page 88: ...sting the Color Saturation Color Temp and Tint settings on the Image menu Try adjusting the Brightness and Contrast settings on the Image menu Try adjusting the Power Consumption setting see page 59 Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance The projector s lamp may need to be replaced See page 72 for instructions Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal ...

Page 89: ... of the screen or via the volume control function keys If you re using a DVD player or other video source make sure the cables are connected correctly as described on page 34 Nothing appears on an external monitor The only images that can be displayed on an external monitor are computer images connected through the Computer Component Video port see page 33 Solving Problems With the Remote Control ...

Page 90: ...or PowerLite S7 PowerLite 79 or PowerLite W7 Canada You can download utilities and documentation get FAQs and troubleshooting advice or e mail Epson with your questions Speak to a Support Representative To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service call 800 637 7661 and enter the PIN on the included Epson PrivateLine Support card This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative and it s...

Page 91: ...e projector Proof of purchase such as a store receipt and date of purchase Computer or video configuration Description of the problem Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase screens and other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller To find the nearest reseller call 800 GO EPSON 800 463 7766 Or you can purchase online at www epsonstore com U S sales or www epson ca Canadian sales ...

Page 92: ...92 Solving Problems ...

Page 93: ...ion colors Light output brightness PowerLite S7 Normal mode White light output 2300 lumens ISO 21118 standard Color light output 2300 lumens ECO mode White light output 1960 lumens ISO 21118 standard Color light output 1960 lumens PowerLite 79 PowerLite W7 Normal mode White light output 2200 lumens ISO 21118 standard Color light output 2200 lumens ECO mode White light output 1960 lumens ISO 21118 ...

Page 94: ... 34 to 412 inches 87 to 1047 cm PowerLite 79 4 3 image 35 to 431 inches 89 to 1095 cm PowerLite W7 16 10 image 36 to 429 inches 91 to 1089 cm Projection methods Front rear upside down ceiling mount Internal sound system monaural 1 W Optical aspect ratio PowerLite S7 PowerLite 79 4 3 horizontal vertical PowerLite W7 16 10 horizontal vertical Zoom ratio PowerLite S7 Digital 1 1 35 PowerLite 79 Power...

Page 95: ... to 1 2 A Power consumption 224 W in ECO mode 244 W in Normal mode 0 3 W Standby Communication Off 2 6 W Standby Communication On Environmental Temperature Operating 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C Storage 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C Humidity non condensing Operating 20 to 80 RH Operating altitude 0 to 7500 ft 0 to 2286 m over 4921 ft 1500 m enable High Altitude mode in the Extended menu see page 60 note Lamp lif...

Page 96: ...ncy that s compatible with the projector Some images are automatically resized using Epson s SizeWize technology to display in the projector s native format The frequencies of some computers may not allow images to display correctly see your computer s documentation for details PowerLite S7 PowerLite 79 Computer component video composite video and S Video Mode Refresh rate Hz Resolution VGA EGA 85...

Page 97: ...iMAC SVGA iMAC XGA MAC13 MAC16 MAC19 MAC19 60 MAC21 117 95 75 67 75 75 60 75 640 480 640 360 800 600 800 450 1024 768 1024 576 640 480 832 624 1024 768 1024 768 1152 870 NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL N PAL M PAL PAL 60 SECAM 60 60 50 50 60 60 50 720 480 720 360 720 480 720 360 720 576 720 432 720 576 720 432 720 576 720 432 720 576 720 432 720 576 720 432 SDTV 480i SDTV 576i SDTV 480p SDTV 576p HDTV 720p HDT...

Page 98: ...0 XGA 70 XGA 75 XGA 85 60 70 75 85 1024 768 1024 576 1024 768 1024 576 1024 768 1024 576 1024 768 1024 576 SXGA1 70 SXGA1 75 SXGA1 85 SXGA1 100 70 75 85 100 1152 864 1152 864 1152 864 1152 864 WXGA 60 WXGA 75 WXGA 85 60 75 85 1280 8001 1280 8001 1280 800 SXGA2 60 SXGA2 75 SXGA2 85 60 75 85 1280 960 1280 960 1280 960 SXGA3 60 SXGA3 75 SXGA3 85 60 75 85 1280 1024 1280 1024 1280 1024 WXGA1 60 WXGA2 6...

Page 99: ...480 832 624 1024 768 1024 768 1152 870 NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL N PAL M PAL PAL 60 SECAM 60 60 50 50 60 60 50 720 480 720 360 720 480 720 360 720 576 720 432 720 576 720 432 720 576 720 432 720 576 720 432 720 576 720 432 SDTV 480i SDTV 576i SDTV 480p SDTV 576p HDTV 720p HDTV 1080i 60 50 60 50 60 50 60 50 720 480 720 360 720 576 720 432 720 480 720 360 720 576 720 432 1280 720 1920 1080 Computer compone...

Page 100: ...100 Technical Specifications ...

Page 101: ...use a ceiling mount and apply adhesives to the mount to prevent the screws from loosening or if you use lubricants or oils on the projector the projector case may crack and the projector may fall from its ceiling mount This could cause serious injury to anyone under the mount and could damage the projector When installing or adjusting a ceiling mount do not use adhesives to prevent the screws from...

Page 102: ...o may cause an unstable display and could lead to projector damage Do not store the projector outside the required temperature range of 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C or in direct sunlight for long periods of time Doing so may cause damage to the case Do not touch the plug during an electrical storm Otherwise you may receive an electric shock Unplug the projector when it will not be used for extended peri...

Page 103: ...d or damaged by heat near the exhaust vents Do not bring your hands or face close to the vents while projection is in progress Before you move the projector make sure its power is turned off the plug is disconnected from the outlet and all cables are disconnected Never try to remove the lamp immediately after use because it will be extremely hot Before removing the lamp turn off the power and wait...

Page 104: ...ing 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 equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interf...

Page 105: ...de 44 Blurry image 87 Brightness 93 Brightness setting 56 C Cables audio 34 component to VGA 16 28 31 composite 28 29 illustrations 18 ordering 15 to 16 security 67 S Video 16 30 USB 26 to 27 VGA 27 32 Capturing image 65 to 66 Carrying cases 9 16 18 77 Ceiling mount 15 25 Chalkboard projecting on 44 Cleaning air filter 70 to 71 lens 70 projector case 70 Closed captioning 60 Color correcting 44 56 ...

Page 106: ... using 80 Help Epson 10 90 to 91 High Altitude mode 61 82 95 I Image adjusting 40 to 46 55 to 56 blurry 87 capturing and saving in projector 65 to 66 correcting shape 42 59 86 fitting on screen 57 85 to 86 height adjusting 41 presentation cameras 16 problems with 83 to 88 projecting on chalkboard 44 raising 41 selecting source 40 shape correcting 42 size and projection distance 20 to 21 94 turning...

Page 107: ...otection 63 to 64 request code 64 Photo color mode 44 Picture source selecting 40 Picture see Image Pointer tool using 52 Position setting 58 85 Positioning image 41 projector 19 to 25 Power button 37 specifications 95 status light 37 81 to 82 Power Consumption setting 59 72 76 PowerPoint 25 51 61 Presentation color mode 44 Presentations using the pointer tool 52 PrivateLine Support 10 Problems co...

Page 108: ...ontrol Panel Lock 66 to 67 identifying logo 65 to 66 Kensington lock 15 67 password protection 63 to 64 Settings menu 59 to 60 Sharpness setting 56 Signal menu 57 to 58 Sleep mode 38 61 81 83 Sound troubleshooting 89 Source selecting 40 Speaker specifications 94 Speakers connecting 34 to 35 Specifications brightness 93 dimensions 95 electrical 95 environmental 95 general 93 lamp 94 remote control ...

Page 109: ...g for display 26 to 27 selecting TypeB port usage 50 61 User s Logo creating 65 to 66 display settings 66 V VCR connecting 28 to 32 VGA video cable 27 32 Video cables 15 to 16 18 28 connecting video equipment 28 to 32 formats supported 96 selecting source 40 Video Signal setting 58 Volume controlling 50 60 W Warning lights 81 to 82 Warranty 15 Wide button 43 Windows display problems 84 Wireless Mo...

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