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HP ep7100 Series Home Cinema
Digital Projector

User’s Guide

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Page 1: ...HP ep7100 Series Home Cinema Digital Projector User s Guide ...

Page 2: ...t be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein Reproduction adaptation or translation without prior written permission is prohibited except as allowed under the copyright laws Consumer transactions in Australia and the United Kingdom The above disclaimers and limitations shall not apply to consumer transactions in Australia and the United Kingdom and shall not affect t...

Page 3: ...ing your layout 15 Connecting power 18 Connecting a video source 19 Connecting a sound system 25 Connecting several video sources 26 Connecting a computer 27 Turning the projector on and off 28 Turning the projector on 28 Turning the projector off 29 Moving the projector 29 Making basic adjustments 30 Selecting a source 30 Aiming the projector 30 Adjusting the focus and zoom 31 Changing the pictur...

Page 4: ...e projector setup 38 Using the on screen menu 38 Changing settings using the on screen menu 38 Input menu 39 Picture menu 39 Sound menu 41 Setup menu 41 Help menu 41 4 Maintaining the projector Getting the projector status 43 Cleaning the projector lens 43 Replacing the lamp module 44 Replacing the battery in the remote control 45 5 Installing permanently Installing the projector 47 Installing on ...

Page 5: ...ems 58 Sound problems 61 Interruption problems 62 Remote control problems 62 Testing the projector 63 7 Support and warranty Support 65 Contacting HP support 65 Obtaining HP repair 67 Limited warranty 67 HP digital projector limited warranty statement 67 8 Reference Specifications 71 Safety information 74 LED safety 74 Mercury safety 74 Regulatory information 74 U S A 74 Canada 75 Japan 75 Korea 7...

Page 6: ...6 User s Guide Contents ...

Page 7: ...jector Do not block any vents on the projector Do not place the projector near any source of heat such as a radiator or amplifier Use only an approved power cord rated for the voltage and current marked on the product label Do not overload any outlet or extension cord Do not circumvent the grounding prong on the power cord Route all cables so they are not located where people can step on them or t...

Page 8: ... setting up your projector be sure your shipping box includes the following items If the shipping box does not contain any of the following items contact HP After you open the box and remove the contents save the box in case you must ship the projector ...

Page 9: ...ded only with certain models 4 DVI to VGA adapter Connects a VGA cable to the DVI port on the projector Included only with certain models 5 User Guide package Contains documentation for the setup and use of the projector 6 Quick Setup Guide Provides instructions to help get started 7 S video cable Connects an S video source to the projector 8 Power cord Connects projector to power source 9 Composi...

Page 10: ...dentifying major components Item Function 1 Button panel Contains control buttons and indicator lights 2 Infrared port Receives signals from the remote control 3 Lens cover Protects the lens 4 Lens Projects the image 5 Tilt lever Levels the projector 6 Base Supports the projector ...

Page 11: ...tton Displays picture from the next input port 4 Picture mode button Selects the next picture and color combination can be customized 5 Menu button Opens or closes the on screen projector menu 6 Navigation buttons up down left right and ok Select items in the projector menu 7 Volume adjustment Raises or lowers the sound level 8 Keystone adjustment Adjusts picture to eliminate slanted sides 9 Hide ...

Page 12: ... projector is too hot Identifying the projector buttons and lights Continued Item Function Identifying back panel components Item Function 1 DVI input port Connects DVI video source Also supports computer video source Available only on certain models 2 S video input port Connects S video source 3 Serial port Connects a room controller Available only on certain models ...

Page 13: ...e control on page 45 4 Composite video input port Connects composite video source 5 Power cord socket Connects power cord to projector 6 Component video input port YPbPr Connects component video source 7 Audio in port Connects stereo audio source 8 Service port For service use only Identifying back panel components Continued Item Function ...

Page 14: ...p brings your projector up to factory fresh brightness Identifying features of the remote control Item Function 1 Power button Turns the projector on or off 2 Keystone adjustment Adjusts the picture to eliminate slanted sides 3 Source button Displays picture from the next input port 4 Picture mode button Selects the next picture and color combination can be customized 5 Menu button Opens or closes...

Page 15: ...ly above the level of the projector Or you can mount the projector upside down on the ceiling see Installing on the ceiling on page 47 Design the room so you can control the ambient light Most people prefer viewing with minimal lighting but you can have acceptable results if you limit ambient light on the screen Bright room lighting might cause a washed out picture The most common video source is ...

Page 16: ...16 User s Guide Setting up For best picture quality place the projector 1 5 to 5 m 5 to 16 ft from the screen ...

Page 17: ...00 5 1 160 4 1 276 to 320 7 0 to 8 1 240 6 1 192 4 9 331 to 384 8 4 to 9 8 270 6 9 216 5 5 372 to 396 9 5 to 10 0 Image size relative to distance from the screen ep7120 series Image size diagonal Image size width Distance lens to screen inches meters inches meters inches meters 30 0 8 24 0 6 43 to 50 1 1 to 1 3 40 1 0 32 0 8 58 to 67 1 5 to 1 7 60 1 5 48 1 2 87 to 101 2 2 to 2 6 80 2 0 64 1 6 116 ...

Page 18: ... of the screen Ideally the platform should be lower than the bottom of the screen 2 Connect one end of the power cord to the back of the projector 1 and the other end to a grounded electrical outlet 2 If you want to permanently install the projector on the ceiling or behind the screen see Installing the projector on page 47 ...

Page 19: ... have several video sources you can connect them to the different ports or you can connect them to an audio video receiver and connect the receiver to the projector see Connecting several video sources on page 26 Only the S video and composite video cables shown in the following sections are included with the projector A DVI port is available only on certain models If you already have a home theat...

Page 20: ...omponent video cable Many DVD players and other high quality video devices provide component video output The three RCA connectors might be labeled YPbPr or YCbCr If possible configure the video source to use progressive scan output such as 480p 575p or 720p For additional information refer to the user documentation provided with the video source ...

Page 21: ...Setting up User s Guide 21 Connecting an S video source Examples DVD players VCRs cable boxes camcorders and video gaming devices Requires S video cable ...

Page 22: ...22 User s Guide Setting up Connecting a composite video source Examples VCRs DVD players audio video receivers and video gaming devices Requires Composite video cable ...

Page 23: ...Setting up User s Guide 23 Connecting a DVI source The DVI port is available only on certain models Examples Cable boxes satellite receivers and some computers Requires DVI cable ...

Page 24: ...ide Setting up Connecting a SCART source Examples VCRs and DVD players Requires S video cable or composite video cable if source does not provide S video output S video to SCART adapter included with certain models ...

Page 25: ...eo source directly to a stereo or surround sound system connection 1 in the following illustration Refer to the instructions provided with your video device However in some situations you might want to use a simpler setup that uses the single speaker built into the projector connection 2 in the following illustration ...

Page 26: ...ideo sources connect them to an audio video receiver or switch box then connect the video output from the receiver or switch box to the projector using the highest quality connection available Also connect the audio outputs from all sources to the receiver switch box or sound system ...

Page 27: ...th the projector and a VGA cable not provided Requires DVI to VGA adapter VGA cable See Showing a computer screen on page 35 If the computer display does not appear on the projector you might have to press a combination of keys on the computer to turn on the computer s VGA output For example on some computers you must press Fn F4 or Fn F5 For instructions refer to the user documentation provided w...

Page 28: ... the left 3 Press the power button 2 on the projector or on the remote control The projector takes a minute or so to warm up The power button blinks during warm up It is normal for parts of the projector and the air coming out of the projector to be very warm If the projector starts to overheat the temperature warning light will turn on and the projector will shut down ...

Page 29: ...has cooled down the fan stops and the power button stops blinking Otherwise you might shorten the life of the lamp 3 If you must unplug or remove the projector wait until the power light stops blinking then unplug the power cord If you try to turn on the projector again during the cool down period it will not turn on Wait until the cool down period ends and the power button stops blinking Moving t...

Page 30: ...quickly select the correct source Press the source button one or more times until you see the picture or you see the name of the video port where the source is connected You should also be sure the video source is turned on and playing video Aiming the projector To raise or lower the projected picture on the screen tilt the projector body on the base 1 To level the picture on the screen move the h...

Page 31: ... until the image becomes clear The projector can be focused at distances of 1 to 10 m 3 to 33 ft 2 Rotate the zoom ring to adjust the picture size from 100 to 116 If the picture does not fit the screen you might have to move the projector closer to or farther away from the screen ...

Page 32: ...nt lighting and the type of video content see Adjusting the picture on page 37 Press the picture mode button one or more times to select the picture mode that gives the best picture You can also customize the picture modes so they are best for your video sources 1 Press the picture mode button to select the picture mode you want to adjust 2 Press menu and go to Picture Customize picture mode 3 Adj...

Page 33: ...s menu go to Picture Shape settings and set Widescreen input to Yes See 1 in the following diagram If the video device sends standard output set Widescreen input to No If you show widescreen pictures on a wide projection screen a standard picture might not fit on the screen One solution is to change the current picture mode so it makes a smaller picture Press menu go to Picture Customize picture m...

Page 34: ...ne adjustment in the on screen menu Press menu and go to Picture Shape settings Keystone to adjust the picture If the top and bottom of the picture slant in different directions move the projector until it is straight in front of the screen not off to one side Adjusting the volume You can control the volume of the projector s speakers To change the volume of the projector s speakers press the volu...

Page 35: ...If you want to adjust the picture see Changing the picture mode on page 32 Hiding or showing the picture 1 Press the hide button on the projector or remote control to blank the picture and turn off the projector speakers This does not affect the video source which continues playing 2 Press any button to show the picture again and turn on the projector speakers Showing a computer screen If your pro...

Page 36: ...4 If the computer display is not shown on the projector you might have to turn on the computer s video output port For example some computers require you to press a key combination such as Fn F4 or Fn F5 See the user documentation provided with your computer If you want to adjust the picture see Changing the picture mode on page 32 ...

Page 37: ...re options such as brightness contrast and picture shape as well as customize the picture modes To get descriptions for all available picture adjustments see Picture menu on page 39 To exit from any on screen menu or adjustment press the menu button Adjusting the sound 1 Press menu and go to Sound 2 Set the sound adjustments From the Sound menu you can adjust sound settings such as mute volume and...

Page 38: ... menu on the projector or remote control This displays the on screen menu 2 Press up or down to highlight the desired menu icon then press right to move into that menu 3 Press up or down to highlight that setting then press ok to begin adjusting the setting 4 Press left or right or press up or down to adjust the setting as prompted 5 Press ok to return to the menu 6 To go to a different menu press...

Page 39: ...e and colors Brightness Brightens or darkens the picture Contrast Sets the difference between light and dark areas Sharpness Sharpens or softens the picture Color saturation Adjusts the intensity of colors Tint Shifts colors toward red or green Color space For certain component inputs selects the type of color standard used by the source Reset color settings Restores these color settings to their ...

Page 40: ...ce or each viewing environment You can also customize each picture mode Customize picture mode Changes settings associated with the current picture mode Picture enhancement Refines the color lightness and other characteristics of the picture Color temperature Shifts colors toward red or blue Stretch Selects how the picture fits on the screen Best fit automatically fits the picture without stretchi...

Page 41: ...ation of the projector upright or upside down in front of or behind the screen Inverts or reverses the image accordingly Timeout for menu Sets how many seconds the on screen menu waits for input before it closes DVI compatibility Sets the configuration of DVI port If a computer connected to the DVI port always projects a low resolution image use VGA only Reset lamp hours For a new lamp resets the ...

Page 42: ...42 User s Guide Adjusting the projector ...

Page 43: ...e following method a Wipe the lens in a single direction with a clean dry cloth Do not wipe back and forth across the lens b If the cloth is dirty or smears the lens wash the cloth If the cloth is still dirty after washing it or the fabric is damaged replace it Ä Cleaning requires special consideration Do not spray any type of fluid or cleaner directly on the lens surface Cleaners might damage the...

Page 44: ... the lamp is broken contact HP about repairs that might be required due to glass fragments The lamp contains a small amount of mercury If the lamp breaks adequately ventilate the area where the breakage occurred Disposal of this lamp might be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance at h...

Page 45: ...on after the warm up period try reinstalling the lamp 9 Press menu go to Setup Reset lamp hours and press ok Replacing the battery in the remote control 1 On the back of the remote control push in the tab 1 and remove the battery cover 2 to reveal the batteries 2 Remove the old batteries and install two new AAA batteries 3 3 Install the battery cover When discarding old batteries contact your loca...

Page 46: ...46 User s Guide Maintaining the projector ...

Page 47: ...base of the projector must by removed when it is attached to the ceiling mount See the installation instructions provided with the ceiling mount kit 2 After the projector is mounted on the ceiling adjust the projector settings to match this setup Press menu select Setup Projector position and select Front Ceiling from the drop down list Installing for rear projection 1 Place the projector 1 to 10 ...

Page 48: ...t from the projector TxD Pin 5 ground The room controller must use the following serial RS 232 settings 9600 baud 1 start bit 8 data bits D0 LSB D7 MSB 1 stop bit No parity Full duplex communication channels no flow control No handshaking Examples of room controller commands In the following examples CR and LF represent a carriage return and line feed respectively Commands are sent to the projecto...

Page 49: ...types of notifications generated in various situations Incorrect commands cause the following types of notifications No asterisk at start of command no response Unrecognized command name command with added Command that is currently unavailable command with added To perform this task Use this request syntax Change a setting to a specified value command value CR Ask the current setting command CR In...

Page 50: ...rned on STAT 1 Some commands are available only when specific input sources are active Request RSRC 4 CR Notification RSRC 4 CR LF acknowledges request SRC 0 CR LF projector is attempting to acquire source 4 and in the interim has no valid source SRC 4 CR LF source 4 is now active BRT 60 CR LF brightness has been modified for source 4 CSPC CR LF color space is not supported for this input Source f...

Page 51: ...ightness CON 0 to 100 Sets or queries the contrast SAT 0 to 100 Sets or queries the color saturation TNT 45 to 45 Sets or queries the tint CTMP 0 to 2 Sets or queries the color temperature 0 warm 1 neutral 2 cool SHRP 0 to 12 Sets or queries the sharpness PENH 0 to 6 Sets or queries the picture enhancement setting KEYV 50 to 50 Sets or queries the vertical keystone 0 no keystone adjustment 1 to 50...

Page 52: ...he projected image usable range is the maximum and minimum allowed by the active computer input source HIDE 0 1 Sets or queries picture blanking 0 not hidden 1 hidden WIDE 0 1 Sets or queries wide screen mode 0 normal 1 wide KEYR None Resets keystone to zero Video functions Continued Command Parameters Description Audio functions Command Parameters Description MUTE 0 1 Sets or queries audio muting...

Page 53: ... LHRS Queries the time in tenths of hours that the lamp has been in use THRS Queries the total time in tenths of hours that the projector has been in use POS 0 to 3 Sets or queries the projector s position 0 front table 1 front ceiling 2 rear table 3 rear ceiling TMO 5 to 20 Sets or queries the menu timeout setting seconds VERS Queries the projector model number and firmware version The notificati...

Page 54: ...to on state The projector sends a notification when it enters warm up state STAT 2 and another when it enters the on state STAT 1 This keyword requires the projector to be in standby state STAT 0 Do not send any requests other than STAT in the time between the warm up and on state notifications Otherwise unexpected results can occur STAT Queries the projector s current state 0 standby state off 1 ...

Page 55: ... pressing the MENU key on keypad ENTER None Simulates pressing the OK key on keypad LEFT None Simulates pressing the Left Arrow key on keypad RIGHT None Simulates pressing the Right Arrow key on keypad UP None Simulates pressing the Up Arrow key on keypad DOWN None Simulates pressing the Down Arrow key on keypad ...

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Page 57: ...n To contact HP see Chapter 7 Support and warranty Warning light problems If both red warning lights are blinking Allow the projector to cool down after it turns off If this condition occurs after you restart the projector an internal component has failed Contact HP for assistance If the red temperature light is on or blinking Allow the projector to cool down after it turns off Be sure that nothin...

Page 58: ... that the power cable is securely connected to the projector and the other end is plugged into an outlet with power Press the power button again Unplug the power cord for 15 seconds then plug it in and press the power button again Picture problems If a waiting message is displayed on a blank screen Press the source button on the projector or remote control one or more times until the correct sourc...

Page 59: ...displayed The projector has been set to the wrong position setting Press menu go to Setup Projector position and select the correct setting If the image is too small or too large Adjust the zoom ring on top of the projector Move the projector closer to or farther from the screen On the projector or remote control press the picture mode button one or more times to see if one of the picture modes ma...

Page 60: ...lors seem completely wrong Be sure the pins on the cable connectors are not bent or broken Press menu go to Picture Color settings Color space Try the different settings Press menu go to Help Diagnostics and run the color test Press menu go to Picture Color settings Reset color settings and press ok Press menu go to Setup Reset all settings and press ok If the picture is not clear ghost images sme...

Page 61: ...ickering or unstable for a computer connection Press menu go to Picture VGA settings Auto sync and press ok Press menu go to Picture VGA settings and adjust Frequency or Tracking If the image disappears from the computer screen For a notebook computer you might be able to turn on both the external VGA port and the built in screen See the computer manual If text or lines from a computer display see...

Page 62: ...g a show A minor power surge might cause the lamp to shut off This is normal Wait a few minutes then power on the projector If a red warning light is on or blinking see Warning light problems on page 57 If the lamp burns out or makes a popping sound If the lamp burns out and makes a popping sound the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced If the lamp breaks contact...

Page 63: ...e projector The on screen menu contains diagnostic tests you can use to verify the proper operation of the projector and the remote control 1 Press menu and go to Help Diagnostics 2 Select a test and press ok 3 Follow the displayed instructions ...

Page 64: ...64 User s Guide Fixing problems ...

Page 65: ...cluded on the CD shipped with the projector Step 2 HP e support HP e support offers online instant access to support information helpful tips and the latest updates 24 hours a day seven days a week at no cost to you This service requires access to the Internet Visit our website at http www hp com support Step 3 HP phone support HP provides telephone support free of charge for as long as you own yo...

Page 66: ...1 Luxembourg French 900 40 006 Luxembourg German 900 40 007 Netherlands 0900 2020 165 Norway 47 815 62 070 Poland 48 22 865 98 00 Portugal 808 201 492 Romania 40 1 315 44 42 Russian Federation Moscow 7 095 7973520 Russian Federation St Petersburg 7 812 346 7997 Slovakia 421 2 6820 8080 Spain 902 010 059 Sweden 46 0 77 120 4765 Switzerland 0848 672 672 Ukraine 7 380 44 490 3520 United Kingdom 44 0 ...

Page 67: ... will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration specified above which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer Customer is responsible for maintaining proof date of purchase 2 For software products HP s limited warranty applies only to a failure to execute programming instructions HP does not warrant that the operation of any product will be uninterrupted or...

Page 68: ...s functionality at least equal to that of the product being replaced 8 HP products may contain remanufactured parts or components equivalent to new in performance or may have been subject to incidental use 9 HP s limited warranty is valid in any country where the covered HP product is distributed by HP Limitations of warranty TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW NEITHER HP NOR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLI...

Page 69: ...ed States as well as some governments outside the United States including provinces in Canada may Preclude the disclaimers and limitations in this Warranty Statement from limiting the statutory rights of a consumer for example the United Kingdom Otherwise restrict the ability of a manufacturer to enforce such disclaimers or limitations Grant the customer additional warranty rights specify the dura...

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Page 71: ...Size 386 365 205 mm 15 2 14 4 8 1 in Weight 5 7 kg 12 5 lb Resolution ep7110 series SVGA 800 600 ep7120 series XGA 1024 768 Technology DLP Video connectors S video mini DIN Composite video RCA Component video 3 RCA DVI I ep7120 series Audio connectors Stereo in 2 RCA Other connectors Service port for service only RS 232 control ep7120 series Video compatibility NTSC 3 58 MHz and 4 43 MHz PAL B D G...

Page 72: ...nce width 125 offset relative to half height Light engine ep7110 series 0 55 in 12 DDR DMD ep7120 series 0 7 in 12 DDR DMD Audio Monaural speaker 5 watt peak output Noise level less than 34 dBA Vertical tilt 10 Vertical keystone correction 20 Power 100 to 240 V at 50 to 60 Hz Environment Operating Temperature 5 to 35 C 41 to 95 F Humidity 80 RH max non condensing Altitude up to 3 000 m 10 000 ft u...

Page 73: ... 75 85 117 120 720 x 400 70 85 SVGA 800 x 600 56 60 72 75 85 95 832 x 624 74 55 XGA 1024 x 768 60 70 75 85 95 1152 x 870 75 75 06 1280 x 960 75 SXGA 1280 x 1024 60 75 SXGA 1400 x 1050 60 Digital VGA 640 x 350 70 85 640 x 400 85 640 x 480 60 72 75 85 720 x 400 70 85 SVGA 800 x 600 56 60 72 75 85 XGA 1024 x 768 60 70 75 SXGA 1280 x 1024 60 75 SXGA 1400 x 1050 60 ...

Page 74: ...osal of the lamp might be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance at http www eiae org Regulatory information This section presents information that shows how your digital projector complies with regulations in certain regions Any modifications to your digital projector not expressly ap...

Page 75: ...er outlet Connections to peripheral devices To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations use properly shielded cables with this device For more information consult your dealer an experienced radio television technician or prepared by the Federal Communications Commission How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing O...

Page 76: ...ulatory identification purposes your product is assigned a regulatory model number The regulatory model number for your product is listed in the declaration of conformity This regulatory number is different from the marketing name and product number ...

Page 77: ...48 1995 Rules and Regulations of Class B Supplementary information The product herewith complies with the requirements of following Directives and carries the CE marking accordingly Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC EMC Directive 89 336 EEC 1 The product was tested in a typical configuration with Hewlett Packard Personal Computer peripherals This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operati...

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Page 79: ...g installation 47 cleaning 7 43 component video connecting source 20 port 12 composite video connecting source 22 port 12 computer connecting 27 connecting audio source 25 component video source 20 composite video source 22 computer 27 DVI source 23 power 18 quality of picture 15 19 60 SCART source 24 sound system 25 S video source 21 D diagnostics 63 DVD player using external 35 DVI video connect...

Page 80: ...32 power connecting 18 turning off 29 turning on 28 Q quality of picture 19 60 R regulatory information 74 remote control buttons 13 installing batteries 45 opening menu 38 troubleshooting 62 repair service 67 replacing lamp 44 room controller 48 room layout 15 RS 232 48 S safety information 7 74 SCART 24 screen locating 17 selecting 15 serial port 12 48 service 67 setting up 15 sound See audio sp...

Page 81: ... VGA connecting 27 video mode compatibility 73 video sources selecting 30 showing 35 volume adjusting W warning lights location 11 meanings 57 troubleshooting 57 warranty 67 Y YPbPr See component video Z zoom 31 ...

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Page 84: ... 2004 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Printed in China www hp com 5990 3663 ...

Page 85: ...n the table surface around the projector Wash your hands after cleaning the area or handling a broken lamp Disposal of this lamp may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance www eiae org You can find safety information about the lamp at www hp com hpinfo globalcitizenship envir...

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