background image

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Giving Your Presentation

3. Continue pressing the 

E-Zoom

 button to enlarge the selected 

area up to 4

×

.

4. While the image is enlarged, you can:

Use the 

pointer button to pan about.

Press the 

E-Zoom

 button to zoom out. 

5. When done, press the 

E

SC

 button to return to the original size.

Displaying a Picture-in-Picture Video

If you’re displaying an image from equipment connected to 
the 

DVI

Computer

, or 

BNC

 port(s), you can open up a smaller 

picture-in-picture window on the screen. This window can display 
video from equipment connected to either the 

Video

 or 

S-Video

 

port. 

Setting Up the P-in-P Image

Before starting, make sure the computer or video equipment for your 
main image is connected to the 

DVI

Computer

, or 

BNC

 port(s), and 

the video equipment for the P-in-P window is connected to the 

Video

 

or 

S-Video

 port. Then select the corresponding video setting: 

1. Press the 

Menu

 button on the remote control, and enter the 

Setting

 menu. 

2. Highlight 

P in P

, use the pointer button to select either 

Composite

 or 

S-Video

, then press 

Enter

.

3. Press 

E

SC

 to exit the menu system.

Displaying the P-in-P Image

Make sure your main image source is displayed, then follow these 
steps to display and use the Picture-in-Picture window:

1. Press the 

P in P

 button on the remote control. 

2. Use the 

pointer button to reposition the video window; use 

the 

E-Zoom

 buttons to reduce or enlarge it. 

note

The Picture-in-Picture 
function does not work for 
RGB video images.

note

Select 

Composite

 if your 

P-in-P video equipment is 
connected to the 

Video

 port.

P in P button

Содержание 7800p - PowerLite XGA LCD Projector

Страница 1: ...EPSON PowerLite 7800p Multimedia Projector User sGuide ...

Страница 2: ...for use with this EPSON product EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products Neither SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION 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 rep...

Страница 3: ...e Video Source 11 Connecting an S Video Source 12 Connecting a Component Video Source 13 Connecting an RGB Video Source 14 Connecting to a Computer 16 Connecting to the Computer Port 17 Connecting to the BNC Connectors 19 Connecting to the DVI Port 20 Using the Macintosh Desktop Adapter 21 Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control 22 Connecting an External Monitor 23 Playing Sound Through the ...

Страница 4: ...Adjusting Color Corrections for a New Surface 41 Enabling Password Protection 41 Starting the Projector with a Password 42 Shutting Down the Projector 43 3 Giving Your Presentation 45 Activating and Using the Remote Control 46 Using the Navigation Buttons 47 Replacing the Batteries 48 Controlling the Picture and Sound 49 Switching Between Picture Sources 49 Previewing Picture Sources 50 Turning Of...

Страница 5: ...7 Adjusting the Image Size Shape and Position 69 Adjusting the Color 70 Adjusting the Sound 71 Customizing Projector Features 72 Image Setup Options 72 Communication Setup Options 73 Miscellaneous Setup Options 74 5 Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 75 Installing the Easy Management Software 76 System Requirements 76 Installing the Software 76 Connecting and Configuring the Projector 7...

Страница 6: ...ilters 96 Resetting the Lamp Timer 99 Transporting the Projector 100 7 Solving Problems 101 Using On Screen Help 102 Checking Projector Status 103 What To Do When the Lights Flash 103 Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information 105 Solving Problems with the Image or Sound 106 Solving Easy Management Problems 112 Solving Problems with the Remote Control 112 Where To Get Help 113 Telephone Support Serv...

Страница 7: ...vii C Appendix C Notices 123 Important Safety Instructions 123 Remote Control Information 125 Declaration of Conformity 126 FCC Compliance Statement 127 Warranty 128 Index 131 ...

Страница 8: ...viii ...

Страница 9: ...onnectivity Your EPSON PowerLite projector can be connected to three computers at the same time or four video sources up to a total of five sources at the same time You can include an independent sound channel for each source A preview feature lets you see all the sources at a glance so you can easily switch between them Complete control Use the remote control to take charge of your presentation F...

Страница 10: ... available if you register to join the Presenters Club and it s free Quick Setup sheet Gives you the instructions you need to get your projector up and running if you are connecting to a laptop PowerBook or iBook computer Start Here kit Includes this User s Guide your Quick Setup sheet warranty brochures and EPSON PrivateLine Support card Keep the folder with your projector at all times Built in h...

Страница 11: ...xtra CareSM Road Service In the unlikely event of an equipment failure you won t have to wait for your unit to be repaired Instead EPSON will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States or Canada usually via overnight delivery See the brochure in your Start Here kit for details To register simply fill out the registration card included in your Start Here kit and mail it to EPSON Or y...

Страница 12: ...f you are moving the projector by hand use a carrying case either an EPSON case or something similar such as a laptop case See page 6 for ordering information and page 100 for transportation instructions note You won t need all these components your configuration will determine which ones you need Projector Remote control and batteries Projector software CD ROM Power cable VGA computer cable RCA s...

Страница 13: ...can purchase one from EPSON see page 6 To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video device you ll need a component video cable To project HDTV images you ll need an HDTV cable Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may need the Macintosh adapter set shown on page 21 available from EPSON see page 6 Older iMac systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output po...

Страница 14: ...olded hardshell case ELPKS35 ELPKS48 Ceiling mount Suspension adapter False ceiling plate ELPMB40 ELPMBAPL ELPMBFCP Optional lenses See below Kensington security lock ELPSL01 Projection screens 50 inch portable screen 60 inch portable pop up screen 80 inch portable pop up screen ELPSC06 ELPSC07 ELPSC08 Macintosh adapter set includes monitor adapter and desktop adapter ELPAP01 Remote control cable ...

Страница 15: ...ctor where to position it and how to connect it to a video source such as a VCR or DVD player or to a laptop or desktop computer Follow the instructions in this chapter on Positioning the projector Connecting to video equipment Connecting to a computer Connecting an external monitor Playing sound through the projector ...

Страница 16: ...ou determine placement Image size increases with distance but can vary depending on how you position the zoom ring and whether you ve adjusted the image with other settings Also keep these considerations in mind Place the projector on a sturdy level surface Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector Do not set the projector on top of loose papers that could b...

Страница 17: ...e image to become keystone shaped but you can correct the distortion by pressing the Sync buttons on the projector See page 36 for detailed information about correcting the image shape For instructions on installing the projector in a permanent location such as a theater or conference room see page 115 note After positioning the projector you may want to connect a Kensington MicroSaver anti theft ...

Страница 18: ...necting an S Video Source on page 12 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 13 If your video player has an RGB video port either a single connector for a VGA style monitor cable or three connectors labeled R G B see Connecting an RGB Video Source on page 14 After connecting any video cables ...

Страница 19: ...y sound through the projector see page 24 for instructions on connecting an audio cable 4 If you don t need to make any other connections see Chapter 2 or the Quick Setup sheet for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Once the projector is turned on select the image source press the Video button on the remote control or press the Video BNC button on the projector s cont...

Страница 20: ...If you want to play sound through the projector see page 24 for instructions on connecting an audio cable 4 If you don t need to make any other connections see Chapter 2 or the Quick Setup sheet for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Once the projector is turned on select the image source press the S Video button on the remote control or press the Video BNC button on ...

Страница 21: ...onding connectors on the projector 3 If you want to play sound through the projector see page 24 for instructions on connecting an audio cable 4 If you don t need to make any other connections see Chapter 2 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Once the projector is turned on do the following Enter the projector s Setting menu then change the BNC Input setting to YCb...

Страница 22: ...r and the Computer port on the projector 3 If you want to play sound through the projector see page 24 for instructions on connecting an audio cable 4 If you don t need to make any other connections see Chapter 2 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Once the projector is turned on be sure to Enter the projector s Setting menu then change the Computer Input setting t...

Страница 23: ...hapter 2 or the Quick Setup sheet for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Once the projector is turned on be sure to Enter the projector s Setting menu then change the BNC Input setting to RGB Video see page 72 After exiting the menu system press the BNC button on the remote control or press the Video BNC button on the projector repeatedly to select the correct image s...

Страница 24: ... using the BNC ports see page 19 To connect using the DVI Digital Video Interface port see page 20 After connecting to the computer you may also want to connect a USB cable so you can use the remote control as a mouse see page 22 connect a monitor to the projector so you can view your presentation close up as well as on screen not necessary if you re using a laptop see page 23 connect an audio cab...

Страница 25: ... computer provides video output through BNC connectors see Optional Accessories on page 6 2 If you re using the VGA computer cable connect one end to the projector s Computer port and the other end to your computer s monitor port Then go to step 4 caution Don t try to force a connector to fit a port with a different shape or number of pins You may damage the port or connector VGA computer cable BN...

Страница 26: ...he remote control as a mouse see page 22 5 When you ve finished making any connections see Chapter 2 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Once the projector is turned on be sure to Enter the projector s Setting menu then make sure Computer Input is set to Analog RGB See page 72 After exiting the menu system press the remote control s Comp1 button or repeatedly press...

Страница 27: ...tionally you can connect an external monitor see page 23 play sound through the projector see page 24 or connect a USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse see page 22 5 When you ve finished making any connections see Chapter 2 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Once the projector is turned on be sure to Enter the projector s Setting menu then make sure the ...

Страница 28: ... play sound through the projector see page 24 or connect a USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse see page 22 5 When you ve finished making any connections see Chapter 2 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image Once the projector is turned on press the DVI button on the remote control or press the Computer DVI button on the projector s control panel to select DV...

Страница 29: ...t the VGA cable to your computer This is available from EPSON see page 6 1 To use the adapter remove its cover as shown and set its DIP switches according to the resolution you want to use such as 16 inch mode See your Macintosh documentation for instructions 2 Replace the cover and connect the adapter to the VGA cable Then plug the cable with the adapter into the video port on your Macintosh 3 Ti...

Страница 30: ...osh OS 8 6 to OS X 10 2 1 Locate the USB cable that came with your projector 2 Connect the square end of the cable to the projector s USB port 3 Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on your laptop or desktop computer 4 If necessary configure your computer to work with an external USB mouse See your computer documentation for details note For details on using the remote contr...

Страница 31: ...on the monitor The monitor displays the currently selected video source Press the Preview button if you want to display all the active sources at the same time see page 50 To be able to view or preview images on the monitor after pressing A V Mute first make sure the necessary setting is enabled Enter the projector s Setting menu then set the A V Mute option to Black if it s set to Blue or Logo yo...

Страница 32: ...udio cable two types are included with the projector Which cable you use depends on how your equipment is connected If you have a computer connected to the Computer or DVI port use the stereo mini jack cable If you have video equipment connected to the Video or S Video port or to the BNC ports use the RCA style audio cable 2 Connect the audio cable to the jack corresponding to the connected video ...

Страница 33: ...ni jack connector on one end and pin jacks on the other end For some speaker systems you may have to purchase a special cable or use an adapter to connect to your speakers 2 Connect the stereo mini jack end of the audio cable to the Audio Out port on the projector 3 Connect the other end s of the cable to your speaker system You may need to use an adapter to make the connection The projector s int...

Страница 34: ...26 Setting Up the Projector ...

Страница 35: ...ipment you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the screen Follow the guidelines in this chapter for Turning the projector on and selecting the image source Troubleshooting display problems Adjusting the image Projecting images without a screen Protecting the projector with a password Turning off the projector ...

Страница 36: ...etect 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 30 Follow these steps to turn on the projector 1 Remove the lens cap 2 Plug one end of the power cable into the projector and the other end into a grounded electrical outlet 3 Wait until the Ppower light stops flashing and tu...

Страница 37: ... Ppower light flashes green as the projector warms up and an image begins to appear When the Ppower light stops flashing and remains green in about 40 seconds the projector is ready for use 5 If you ve connected a Windows based computer to the projector you may see a New Hardware Wizard saying your computer has found a plug and play monitor if so click Cancel Turn on remote Power button warning Ne...

Страница 38: ...d to the Video S Video and BNC ports The remote control has six Source buttons Use them to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on each button The PowerLite 7800p does not support EasyMP Note that the Computer and BNC ports can be set up to use different input signals for example Analog RGB or RGB Video so if you have equipment connected to one of these ports it s important to...

Страница 39: ...ng the button If you re using a PC laptop press the function key on your keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor It may be labelled CRT LCD or have an icon such as You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting The Projector and Laptop Don t Display the Same Image If you re projecting from a laptop an...

Страница 40: ... by brand you may need to click a Monitor tab then make sure the external Monitor port is set as your primary display and or enabled See your computer s documentation or online help for details If you re using Macintosh OS X You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen Follow these steps 1 From the Apple menu select System Preferences then select ...

Страница 41: ...ck Monitors or Monitors and Sound 2 Click the Arrange icon 3 Drag one monitor icon on top of the other If the Arrange option isn t available you may need to select one of the Simulscan resolution settings 1 Click the Monitor icon 2 Select a Simulscan resolution as shown Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making the selection Click here Drag one monitor icon on top of the other ...

Страница 42: ... to fine tune the image and or sound see Chapter 4 Focusing and Zooming Your Image Use the Focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image Use the Zoom ring on the projector to reduce or enlarge the image Move the tab toward the W to increase the size and toward the T to decrease it If the image still isn t large enough you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen You can also ...

Страница 43: ...ss the blue foot release lever up and lift the front of the projector 2 Once the image is positioned where you want it release the lever to lock the foot in position 3 If necessary you can fine tune the height by turning the projector s rear feet Raising the projector causes the image to distort or keystone but you can manually correct the shape as described in the next section Projector foot ...

Страница 44: ...e corrected During this time a vertical keystone correction gauge appears on the screen If your image is still distorted you can correct it using either of these methods If the image has two parallel sides but is wider on one side top bottom left or right you can correct it using the Keystone keys on the projector s control panel or the projector s Keystone menu see Using Keystone Correction on pa...

Страница 45: ...ortion or H Keystone for horizontal keystone distortion and press Enter Use the pointer button on the remote control to adjust the keystone setting as needed Using Quick Corner Use Quick Corner to correct a trapezoid shaped image with no parallel sides 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector s control panel 2 Select the Setting menu and press Enter 3 From the Setting menu...

Страница 46: ...rol or projector s control panel to exit the menu system If Quick Corner remains selected in the Keystone menu the Quick Corner screen appears whenever you press the projector s Keystone buttons You can then follow steps 5 through 8 above to correct the shape of your image or press ESC to exit Quick Corner Adjust Adjust Move next Move next ESC ESC Return Press 1 second to Return Press 1 second to ...

Страница 47: ...settings If vertical stripes appear in the projected image and the Auto button doesn t correct the problem hold down the Shift button on the projector s control panel while pressing either the Tracking or the Tracking button If the image appears fuzzy or flickers and the Auto button doesn t correct the problem hold down the Shift button while pressing either the Sync or Sync button note You must b...

Страница 48: ... either the remote control or the projector s control panel while projecting an image Wall Shot s status appears in the upper right corner of your screen Then you see a sequence of colors flash for approximately five seconds while the sensor measures the conditions of the projection surface and adjusts the image When you turn the projector off the projector stores the correction values obtained by...

Страница 49: ...entered three times in succession the projector s operation is locked and the power cord must be disconnected and reinserted to redisplay the password screen If an incorrect password is entered nine times in succession the user must contact the dealer to unlock the projector The default setting for the Password Protect function is off Follow these steps to turn password protection on 1 Press the F...

Страница 50: ...word Then press the Menu button to exit the screen 8 Press the Num button on the remote control to deactivate the numeric keypad Starting the Projector with a Password When Password Protect is enabled you see this screen when you plug in the projector 1 Press the Num button on the remote control to activate the numeric keypad 2 Enter the four digit password 3 Press the Num button to deactivate the...

Страница 51: ...wait until the orange light stops flashing Then press the Power button 4 If you extended the adjustable front foot press up on the blue foot release lever to retract it 5 Replace the lens cap and unplug the power cord 6 If you re using a remote control set its on off switch to OFF This conserves battery power note When the projector has not received any input signals for 30 minutes it automaticall...

Страница 52: ...44 Displaying and Adjusting the Image ...

Страница 53: ...er page 56 this lets you easily change slides for example when giving presentations in PowerPoint To further enhance your presentation you can create a customized screen to display a picture or company logo page 57 and then use it as the startup screen or the screen you see when you press the A V Mute button This chapter covers Activating and using the remote control Controlling the picture and so...

Страница 54: ... Point the remote control either at the front or back of the projector or at the screen Stand within about 30 feet of the projector If you want to operate the projector from a greater distance a remote control cable set is available see page 6 When presenting in a darkened room press the light button to make the buttons on the remote light up temporarily Avoid using the remote under bright fluores...

Страница 55: ...tails on using the buttons to control specific features see the following sections to navigate the projector s menu system see page 64 to use the projector s help system see page 102 to highlight your presentation see page 54 to use the remote control in place of your computer s mouse see page 56 to create your own startup screen see page 57 to use the remote to control more than one projector see...

Страница 56: ...bed below 1 Turn the remote control over 2 Press down on the ridges at one end of the battery cover as you slide the cover off 3 Install two AA batteries inserting the flat negative ends in first 4 Slide the cover back in place 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 clot...

Страница 57: ...itch between equipment connected to the Video S Video and BNC ports On the remote control there are six Source buttons Use them to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on each button The EasyMP button is not functional with the PowerLite 7800p Note that the Computer and BNC ports can be set up to use different input signals for example Analog RGB or RGB Video so if you have eq...

Страница 58: ...ignal the preview window for that source appears blank 2 Press one of the Source buttons on the remote control to switch to the desired source and press Enter to change the source and exit the screen Or press ESC to exit the preview screen without switching sources Preview button note Movies are displayed as still images on the preview screen Computer Analog RGB BNC Video S Video DVI Computer Prev...

Страница 59: ...y on the screen whenever you press the A V Mute button see page 57 Stopping Action You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video or computer image Press the Freeze button to stop the action and keep the current image on the screen The sound continues Press the Freeze button again to restart it Zooming Your Image You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the E Zoom buttons o...

Страница 60: ...n image is connected to the DVI Computer or BNC port s and the video equipment for the P in P window is connected to the Video or S Video port Then select the corresponding video setting 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control and enter the Setting menu 2 Highlight P in P use the pointer button to select either Composite or S Video then press Enter 3 Press ESC to exit the menu system Display...

Страница 61: ...u re finished viewing the Picture in Picture press the P in P or pointer button again The window disappears Controlling the Volume To change the volume press the or side of the Volume button If necessary you can adjust the tone using the projector s menu system See page 71 Video window note To temporarily shut off the sound and picture press the A V Mute button ...

Страница 62: ... button to select the desired style Three preset options are available but you can customize the look of each one see page 55 2 Use the pointer button on the remote control to position the pointer on the screen 3 To draw a straight line place the pointer where you want the line to begin and press Enter Move the pointer to where you want the line to end and press Enter again 4 To draw a curved line...

Страница 63: ...ges the color of the line you can draw using the pointer Width Changes the line width 3 You can also change the Pointer Speed setting to adjust how fast the pointer tool moves across the screen 4 When done press ESC until you exit from the menu system Set Set Video Video Audio Audio Setting Setting User s Logo User s Logo Advanced1 Advanced1 Color Mode Color Mode Pointer Line1 Pointer Line1 Color ...

Страница 64: ...won t have to stand next to the computer to change slides Use the pointer button to move the cursor on the screen Press the Enter button to left click or press it twice to double click press the ESC button to right click To drag and drop hold down the Enter button for about one second until it lights Then use the pointer button to drag the object When it s where you want it press Enter to release ...

Страница 65: ...a computer or video source such as a DVD player or digital camera Then follow these steps to capture the image and transfer it to the projector 1 Press the Menu button on the remote control highlight the User s Logo menu and press Enter 2 When you see a message asking whethr you accept the present image as the user s logo select Yes and press Enter 3 A selection box displays over the image Use the...

Страница 66: ... a zoom rate display size and then press Enter 6 When the message Save image as user s logo appears select Yes and press Enter Saving the logo may take a few moments Do not use your projector or video source computer DVD player etc while the logo is being saved 7 When you see the message Completed press ESC to return to the menu screen ...

Страница 67: ...ss Enter To display your image on the No Signal or A V Mute screen continue with the following steps 3 Highlight the Setting menu then press Enter 4 Select the screen s on which you want your image to appear Highlight No Signal Msg if you want to display your image instead of a blank screen when there is no video signal incoming from the currently selected source Highlight A V Mute if you want you...

Страница 68: ...nu screen 2 Select the Advanced2 menu and press Enter Then highlight Projector ID and press Enter 3 Press the right or left side of the pointer button to increase or decrease the ID value 4 Press Enter to set the value 5 When done press ESC to exit the menu system Brightness Control Brightness Control High High Low Low Video Video Audio Audio Setting Setting User s Logo User s Logo Advanced1 Advan...

Страница 69: ...sired ID 0 through 9 Select zero to control all projectors or select a number to match the ID of the projector s you want to operate The ID button s light shuts off and the new ID is registered If you would like to check the remote control s current ID do the following 1 Press the ID button twice in succession After a moment the button flashes 2 Count the number of flashes this number corresponds ...

Страница 70: ...62 Giving Your Presentation ...

Страница 71: ...ector s on screen menus to adjust the image sound and other features This chapter covers the following information Using the menu system Adjusting the image quality Adjusting the image size shape and position Adjusting the color Adjusting the sound Customizing projector features ...

Страница 72: ...nce you ve selected the menu use the pointer button to scroll through the list of options Some of the options may be grayed out or unavailable depending on the selected source Video Video Audio Audio Color Mode Color Mode Position Position Tracking Tracking Sync Sync Brightness Brightness Contrast Contrast Sharpness Sharpness Select Select 0000 0000 0 0 0 0 0 0 Adjust Adjust Presentation Presentat...

Страница 73: ...gs in all menus To restore the settings in a specific menu enter the menu whose settings you want to change select Reset and confirm as needed The example below shows how to reset the Video menu To restore all the projector settings to their factory default values select Reset All ON ON OFF OFF Video Video Audio Audio Color Mode Color Mode Position Position Tracking Tracking Sync Sync Brightness B...

Страница 74: ...g to center it not available for RGB video images Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas Adjust Adjust Video Video Audio Audio Setting Setting User s Logo User s Logo Advanced1 Advanced1 Color Mode Color Mode Position Position Brightness Brightness Contrast Contrast Color Color Tint Tint Sharpness Sharpness 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ...

Страница 75: ...er it Tracking Adjust this value to eliminate vertical stripes in the image note You can also use the remote control s Auto button to automatically reset the projector s tracking sync resolution and position settings See page 39 for details Video Video Audio Audio Color Mode Color Mode Position Position Tracking Tracking Sync Sync Brightness Brightness Contrast Contrast Sharpness Sharpness Select ...

Страница 76: ...partially cut off or doesn t completely fill the display area the projector s resolution setting may not match that of your computer Select Auto to let the projector adjust the resolution automatically or Manual to adjust the setting yourself Press Enter after you make the selection Preset Once you ve fine tuned the settings in the Video menu for the computer you re using you can save them as a gr...

Страница 77: ...as the projector s 1024 768 pressing Resize has no effect For video images pressing resize switches the aspect ratio between 4 3 and 16 9 This lets you play certain digital video images or movies recorded on certain DVDs in 16 9 widescreen format Keystone in the Setting menu Squares up the shape of the image after the projector has been tilted upward or angled to one side see page 36 If you notice...

Страница 78: ...For presentations in bright rooms Presentation For presentations in dark rooms Theatre For optimizing movie images with natural color the default for video display Living Room For optimizing video games Color in the Video menu Adjusts the color intensity from black and white to full color not available for adjusting computer images Tint in the Video menu Adjusts the balance of magenta to green not...

Страница 79: ...me Treble Adjusts the intensity of the treble range Bass Adjusts the intensity of the bass range note You can also adjust the volume using the remote control Advanced2 Advanced2 Volume Volume 15 15 Video Video Audio Audio Setting Setting User s Logo User s Logo Advanced1 Advanced1 About About Reset All Reset All Menu Exit Menu Exit Enter Enter Select Select Reset Reset Execute Execute Treble Trebl...

Страница 80: ...eo player that outputs an RGB video signal BNC Input in the Setting menu Select the setting for the type of equipment you ve connected to the BNC ports Analog RGB For a computer connection RGB Video For a video player that outputs an RGB video signal YCbCr For a video player that outputs a component video signal YPbPr For a video player that outputs a component video signal Video Signal in the Vid...

Страница 81: ...ector over a network see Chapter 5 If the network assigns addresses automatically turn on DHCP Otherwise turn off DHCP and enter the projector s IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway Address if applicable If you want to monitor the projector using a network management utility select SNMP and enter at least one trap IP address COM Port in the Advanced2 menu Used for communicating with a computer runni...

Страница 82: ... off the lamp if it has not received any input signals for 30 minutes Turn sleep mode off if you want the lamp to remain on all the time this is the default setting Message in the Setting menu Selects whether the image source or the color mode is displayed on the screen Rear Proj in the Advanced1 menu Turn on to project from behind onto a transparent screen Ceiling in the Advanced1 menu Turn on wh...

Страница 83: ...y Management software to manage your projector s first install it as described on page 76 Then connect and configure each projector you want to monitor so it can be recognized on your network see page 78 This chapter covers the following information Installing the Easy Management software Connecting the projector to and configuring it for the network Using EMP Monitor Using EMP NetworkManager note...

Страница 84: ...rements Microsoft Windows 98 SE XP 2000 Me or NT 4 0 service pack 6a or later Pentium MMX 166 MHz processor Pentium II 233 MHz or better recommended At least 256MB of RAM At least 7MB of free hard disk space XGA 1024 768 or better display adapter and monitor Installing the Software Follow these steps to install the software 1 Insert the projector software CD ROM in your computer s CD ROM drive You...

Страница 85: ...utton Follow the instructions on the screen to finish installing it 4 If you want to be able to manage the projector remotely from this computer select Installing EMP Monitor and install it the same way 5 When done installing the software click the button to exit Once installed you can access these programs from your computer s Start menu note If you need to uninstall the software use the Add Remo...

Страница 86: ...or see page 28 3 Press the Menu button on the remote control and select Network from the Advanced2 menu 4 If your network assigns addresses automatically turn on DHCP Ethernet port Brightness Control Brightness Control High High Low Low Video Video Audio Audio Setting Setting User s Logo User s Logo Advanced1 Advanced1 About About Reset All Reset All Projector ID Projector ID Network Network Reset...

Страница 87: ...rrow buttons to increase or decrease the numeric value When you finish changing an address in the network menu press the Enter button on the remote control or the Auto Enter button on the projector This stores the value 6 When done making all necessary changes press ESC to exit the menu system note If you re a network administrator you can use the SNMP option to enter a trap IP address This lets y...

Страница 88: ...page 76 The computer you re using to monitor the projector should already be connected to your network Opening and Closing EMP Monitor To start EMP Monitor click Start Programs or All Programs EPSON Projector EMP Monitor If you ve added the program to the Startup programs folder see page 86 then it may already be open If so click the icon in the system tray on the lower right corner of your screen...

Страница 89: ...or EMP Monitor You see this screen 2 Click Register projector as shown You see this screen 3 Click Auto detect to locate projectors currently operating on the network Or click Manual registration and enter the projector s name and network address Click here Click here note If Auto detect fails to find the projector your projector may not be connected or configured correctly for the network See pag...

Страница 90: ...w 4 Select each projector you want to add by clicking its name then clicking the Add button When you re done adding projectors click Close You see this screen with a list of all registered projectors 5 Click Close Click here note To delete a projector from the list highlight the projector name and click Delete ...

Страница 91: ...urce or port they are projecting an image and if a problem occurs For detailed status information select the projector in question and click View details note To monitor a projector when it s in standby mode plugged in but not turned on you must select Network ON as the Standby Mode setting in the projector s menu system see page 73 You can monitor up to 255 projectors Remember that when Standby M...

Страница 92: ... source icons Status icons green Projecting no problems dark Turned off no problems green Projecting problems detected dark Turned off problems detected Network error for example not connected to network or power cable disconnected You may also see this error if Network OFF is selected in Standby Mode see page 73 Video source icons Computer BNC S Video Video DVI ...

Страница 93: ... one of the buttons Error icons Lamp replacement notification the lamp is nearing the end of its life see page 96 High speed cooling in progress the projector is getting too hot but continues to operate Overheating projection turned off automatically Lamp out or lamp cover open Fan error Sensor error Internal problem note To turn on a projector when it s in standby mode plugged in but not projecti...

Страница 94: ...bout your projectors click the Refresh button in the EMP Monitor screen You can also select how often EMP Monitor checks the projector status 1 From the Tool menu select Configuration You see this screen 2 Select the desired update interval and click OK note If you want EMP Monitor to run whenever you start your computer click Add to Startup ...

Страница 95: ...en follow the steps below to create e mail settings for each projector you want to monitor Selecting the Projectors to Monitor 1 To start EMP NetworkManager click Start Programs or All Programs EPSON Projector EMP NetworkManager You see the EMP NetworkManager screen The projectors you ve already registered through EMP Monitor appear as icons 2 If you d like to register a projector manually and you...

Страница 96: ...etworkManager 1 Right click the icon of the projector whose password you want to set then select Change Password 2 Enter a password up to 14 characters in length Creating the E Mail Settings 1 If EMP NetworkManager is not already running open it from the Start menu You see your registered projectors displayed as shown 2 Double click the icon for the projector whose e mail settings you want to crea...

Страница 97: ...ncluding the following symbols _ Naming the projector helps you identify it in EMP Monitor and EMP NetworkManager especially if you re managing more than a few of them 5 Click Mail Notification Settings You see this screen note The projector must be plugged in projecting or in standby mode for you to be able to connect to it To access a projector in standby mode you must select Network ON as the S...

Страница 98: ... 10 Click OK then click OK again on the next screen Click Set on the Setup for Network Projector screen and confirm as needed 11 When you see the test message window you can send a message with the heading TEST MAIL to the addresses you have entered The projector s name and IP address are included in the body of the message 12 When done making all your projector settings close EMP NetworkManager I...

Страница 99: ...he subject line The body of the message contains the name of the projector the projector s IP address a description of the problem The problem descriptions are similar to the errors reported by EMP Monitor listed on page 85 If a plus sign appears before the description it indicates that a problem has occurred A minus sign appears when the problem goes away or is resolved note If a projector develo...

Страница 100: ...92 Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer ...

Страница 101: ...ew lamp replacement filters come with it If any other part needs replacing contact your dealer or a qualified servicer This chapter covers the following Cleaning the lens Cleaning the projector case Cleaning the air filters and vents Replacing the lamp and air filters Transporting the projector warning Before you clean any part of the projector turn it off and unplug the power cord Never open any ...

Страница 102: ...h lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case first turn off the projector and 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 not use wax alcohol benzene thinner or other chemical detergen...

Страница 103: ... these steps 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord 2 To clean the intake vents EPSON recommends using a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment If you don t have one gently clean the vents with a soft brush such as an artist s paintbrush 3 Gently turn the projector over and remove the filters from the side and bottom of the projector Then use a small vac...

Страница 104: ...ess and image quality replace the lamp as soon as possible The lamp warning light flashes red the lamp is burnt out Contact your dealer or call EPSON at 800 873 7766 in the United States for a replacement lamp Request part number V13H010L22 In Canada please call 800 463 7766 for dealer referral Follow these steps to replace the lamp and air filters 1 Turn off the projector 2 When the power light s...

Страница 105: ...om of the projector 5 Insert the two new air filters They should click into place 6 Insert the screwdriver supplied with the spare lamp or some other flat tipped screwdriver into the space beside the air vent Gently slide the lamp cover off Slide the filter up here and here 1 Insert the screwdriver here ...

Страница 106: ...straight out 9 Gently insert the new lamp 10 Once the lamp is fully inserted tighten its screws and replace the cover The projector won t come on if the lamp cover is loose 11 Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section note When you get a replacement lamp for your projector new air filters are included This is a good time to install them see page 96 ...

Страница 107: ...ess Enter 5 When you re finished press ESC or Menu to exit note The lamp usage timer shows 0H until you ve used the lamp for at least 10 hours Video Video Audio Audio Setting Setting User s Logo User s Logo Advanced1 Advanced1 About About Reset All Reset All Frequency Frequency Video Source Video Source V Hz V Hz Reset Lamp Timer Reset Lamp Timer H kHz H kHz Lamp Lamp 1400H 1400H SYNC Mode SYNC Mo...

Страница 108: ... 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 shipping case and then pack it in a firm box placing cushioning around the case An optional ATA molded hard shell case is availab...

Страница 109: ...nical support for problems you can t solve yourself This chapter explains the following Using the projector s on screen help system What to do when the projector s status lights flash Solving problems with the image or sound Solving problems with Easy Management Solving problems with the remote control Contacting technical support ...

Страница 110: ...llow these steps to get help 1 Press the blue Help button on the projector You see the Help menu 2 Use the pointer button on the remote control or the arrow buttons on the projector to highlight menu items 3 After highlighting a menu item press the Enter button on the remote control or on the projector to select it 4 To exit the Help system press the Help button If none of the suggestions solves y...

Страница 111: ... table for a complete description of the projector s status lights and their meaning Temperature light Lamp light Power light Status lights Light Status Description orange The projector is in sleep mode You can unplug it or press the Power button to turn it on flashing green The projector is warming up Wait for the image to appear green The projector is operating normally flashing orange The proje...

Страница 112: ...e room temperature is not above 95 F 35 C and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation The air filters may be clogged Clean or replace them as described on page 95 If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or temperature sensor Contact EPSON for help Warning Except as specifically expl...

Страница 113: ...u and press Enter You see the lamp usage hours and various input signal settings on the right The lamp typically lasts from 2000 to 3000 hours depending on the selected Brightness Control setting see page 66 If the number shown is close to that make sure you have a spare lamp handy If you ve installed a new lamp be sure to reset the lamp timer see page 99 note The information displayed depends on ...

Страница 114: ...Power button on the remote control or on the projector Press the A V Mute button to make sure the picture has not been turned off temporarily The attached computer may be in sleep mode or displaying a black screen saver Try pressing a key on the computer You ve connected a computer and see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed Make sure the cables are connected correctly as described ...

Страница 115: ...both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled See your computer s documentation or online help for details If you re using Macintosh OS 8 6 to 9 x 1 From the Apple menu select Control Panels then click Monitors and Sound 2 Click the Arrange icon 3 Drag one monitor icon on top of the other This lets you display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen 4 If this option isn t ava...

Страница 116: ...re information Make sure your computer s resolution setting is correct Ideally it should be 1024 768 to match the projector s native resolution If this option isn t available select one of the other compatible video formats listed on page 120 Windows Right click the desktop select Properties click the Settings tab and select a different resolution Macintosh OS 8 6 to 9 x On the Apple menu choose C...

Страница 117: ...page 37 for details The image contains static or noise Make sure the correct Input Signal is selected in the Setting menu see Chapter 4 If you re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet 2 meters or an extension cable the image quality may be reduced Keep your computer and video cables away from the power cord as much as possible to prevent interference The video signal may be split between the c...

Страница 118: ...jecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail you may notice one or more vertical stripes or bands or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred Press the Auto button on the remote control This resets the projector s tracking and sync settings If further adjustment is needed you can fine tune the Tracking and Sync settings manually using the Video menu as...

Страница 119: ...g a VCR or other video source make sure the volume is not turned all the way down or muted Also make sure the cables are connected correctly as described in Chapter 1 If your presentation includes computer audio make sure the volume control on your computer is not turned all the way down or muted If you re using the audio cable make sure it is securely connected to both the projector and your comp...

Страница 120: ...mmands If you re using the remote control for the first time be sure to push up on the on off switch as shown on page 46 The remote control s battery may not be installed correctly or may be low on power To change the battery see page 48 Make sure your remote control s ID is set to 0 or to the projector s ID See page 61 Make sure you are within 33 feet 10 meters of the projector and within range o...

Страница 121: ...39 6 AM to 6 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday Toll or long distance charges may apply Before you call please have the following information ready Product name EPSON PowerLite 7800p Product serial number located on the bottom of the projector Computer configuration Description of the problem You can purchase screens carrying cases or other accessories from EPSON at 800 873 7766 or by visiting ...

Страница 122: ...114 Solving Problems ...

Страница 123: ... viewing setups front projection ceiling mounting rear projection onto a semi transparent screen or rear ceiling projection as shown To project from overhead you ll need the optional ceiling mounting hardware see page 6 for ordering information You ll also need to select Ceiling in the projector s Advanced1 menu to flip the image upside down To project from the rear select Rear Proj see page 74 Fr...

Страница 124: ...by using the Keystone buttons on the projector s control panel If you place the projector so that the base of the lens is level with the bottom of the screen the image will be square and you won t have to adjust it If you place the lens lower than the bottom of the screen you ll have to tilt the projector upward if you want to fill the whole screen with the image If you want to be able to control ...

Страница 125: ...xels XGA Color reproduction 24 bit 16 7 million colors Brightness 3500 lumens ANSI Contrast ratio 700 1 Image size 30 to 300 inches Projection distance 2 6 to 36 1 feet 0 8 to 11 meters Projection methods Front rear upside down ceiling mount Internal sound system 5 W monaural Optical aspect ratio 4 3 horizontal vertical Zoom ratio 1 1 35 Noise level 36 dB Keystone correction Automatic with manual ...

Страница 126: ...3H010L22 Remote Control Range 33 feet 10 meters Batteries 2 Alkaline size AA Mouse Compatibility Supports USB Dimensions Height 4 6 inches 117 mm feet retracted Width 16 5 inches 419 mm Depth 12 8 inches 325 mm Weight 12 1 lb 5 5 kg Electrical Rated frequency 50 60 Hz AC Power supply 100 to 120 VAC 3 6 A 200 to 240 VAC 1 6 A Power consumption Operating 350 W Standby 1 5 W with Network OFF 47 W wit...

Страница 127: ...C Storage 14 to 140 F 10 to 60 C Humidity Operating 20 to 80 RH non condensing Storage 10 to 90 RH non condensing Safety United States FCC 47CFR Part 15B Class B DoC UL1950 Rev 3 Canada ICES 003 Class B CSA C22 2 No 950 95 cUL CE Marking Directive 73 23 EEC Directive 89 336 EEC EN 55022 EN 55024 ...

Страница 128: ...uch as XGA In addition the frequencies of some computers may not allow images to display correctly see your computer s documentation for details Mode Refresh Rate Hz Resolution VGAEGA 70 640 350 VGA 60 VESA 72 VESA 75 VESA 85 60 72 75 85 640 480 640 480 640 480 640 480 SVGA 56 SVGA 60 SVGA 72 SVGA 75 SVGA 85 56 60 72 75 85 800 600 800 600 800 600 800 600 800 600 XGA 60 XGA 70 XGA 75 XGA 85 XGA 100...

Страница 129: ...5 1600 1200 1600 1200 1600 1200 1600 1200 1600 1200 1600 1200 MAC13 MAC16 MAC19 MAC21 67 75 75 75 640 480 832 624 1024 768 1152 870 NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL N PAL M PAL PAL 60 SECAM 60 60 50 50 60 60 50 HDTV 720p HDTV 1080i 60 60 1024 576 1024 576 SDTV 480i SDTV 480p SDTV 625i SDTV 625p 60 60 50 50 1024 768 1024 768 1024 768 1024 768 Mode Refresh Rate Hz Resolution ...

Страница 130: ...122 Appendix B Technical Specifications ...

Страница 131: ...operly grounded outlet If you have a two prong outlet contact an electrician to replace it Do not hold the plug with wet hands Take the following precautions for the plug Failure to comply with these precautions could result in sparks or fire Do not insert the plug into an outlet with dust present Insert the plug firmly into the outlet Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral conve...

Страница 132: ...a need for service If it has been dropped or the housing has been damaged This product includes a lamp component that contains mercury Please consult your state and local regulations regarding proper disposal and do not place in the trash Unplug the projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for extended periods Do not place the projector and or remote control on top of heat pro...

Страница 133: ...Ambient light is too bright Certain types of fluorescent lighting are used A strong light source shines into the IR receiver Other equipment that emits infrared energy such as a radiant room heater is in the room These conditions commonly cause problems for most infrared controlled equipment Try the following The remote control s battery may be low on power replace it Dim the ambient lighting and ...

Страница 134: ...B digital device Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47CFR 2 909 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this ...

Страница 135: ...receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING The connection of a non shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause ...

Страница 136: ...placement products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by this limited warranty However each replacement lamp carries the limited 90 day warranty stated above What This Warranty Does Not Cover This warranty covers only normal consumer use in the United States and Canada For lamps 24 hour per day use causes unusual strain and is not considered normal use This warran...

Страница 137: ...Y OTHER LEGAL THEORY IF THE REMEDY ABOVE FAILS EPSON S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY In Canada warranties include both warranties and conditions Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or co...

Страница 138: ...130 Appendix C Notices ...

Страница 139: ...ol cable set 6 S Video 5 6 VGA to component 6 17 Capturing image 57 to 58 Carrying case 6 100 Ceiling mount 6 115 Cleaning air filter 95 to 96 lens 94 projector case 94 Color correcting with Wall Shot 40 to 41 problems 111 settings 70 Color Mode setting 70 Component video cable 10 selecting input signal 13 Composite RCA video cable 10 Computer connecting to 16 to 21 correcting images 39 selecting ...

Страница 140: ... to 5 Image adjusting 34 to 39 66 to 70 capturing and saving in projector 57 to 58 correcting shape 36 to 38 69 109 fitting on screen 108 height adjusting 35 positioning 35 problems with 106 to 111 projecting on walls 40 to 41 raising 35 selecting source 11 12 13 14 15 18 19 20 30 49 to 50 72 to 73 size and projection distance 8 117 turning off using A V Mute 51 zooming 34 51 to 52 Input signal se...

Страница 141: ...55 Positioning image 35 projector 8 to 9 Power button 29 specifications 118 status light 29 103 to 104 PowerPoint files presenting 22 Presentations computer 16 to 22 30 39 room conditions 46 tips and training 2 using the pointer tool 54 to 55 video 10 to 15 30 Presenters Online 2 113 PrivateLine Support 2 113 Problems color 111 image 106 to 111 monitoring projector 112 no signal 31 106 to 107 remo...

Страница 142: ...ee Image Security Kensington lock 6 password protection 41 to 42 Sleep mode 43 74 Software installation 76 to 77 Sound adjusting 71 troubleshooting 111 Source selecting 30 49 to 50 72 to 73 viewing 105 Speaker specifications 117 Speakers connecting 25 Specifications brightness 117 dimensions 118 electrical 118 environmental 119 general 117 lamp 118 lens 117 remote control 118 resolution 117 safety...

Страница 143: ...A V Mute 51 Turning off projector 43 U Unpacking projector 4 USB cable 4 22 User s Logo menu 57 to 58 V VCR connecting 10 to 15 Video cables 4 5 6 10 connecting video equipment 10 to 15 display settings viewing 105 formats supported 120 to 121 menu 66 to 68 selecting source 11 12 13 30 49 to 50 72 to 73 Volume adjusting 71 W Wall Shot 40 to 41 Warning lights 103 to 104 Warranty 3 128 to 129 Wirele...

Страница 144: ...136 Index ...

Страница 145: ...to make menu selections A V buttons Control image and sound Help button Provides on screen help Preset button Retrieves saved settings for Video menu Preview button Displays active image sources Auto button Optimizes tracking sync resolution and position Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to projector ports Volume controls Control sound ID button Sets remote control ID code Pointer ...

Страница 146: ...to make menu selections A V buttons Control image and sound Help button Provides on screen help Preset button Retrieves saved settings for Video menu Preview button Displays active image sources Auto button Optimizes tracking sync resolution and position Source buttons Switch between equipment connected to projector ports Volume controls Control sound ID button Sets remote control ID code Pointer ...

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