Epson 31000 - Manuals

Introduction 7 Projector Parts Control panel (side) Ventilation slots (intake) Lens cover Adjustable foot Video port HDMI ports Component video port AC power inlet Kensington ® lock port Infrared receiver (front) S-Video port Trigger out ports(second port on Pro Cinema 61000 only) PC port Main power...

8 Introduction Power button Menu navigation buttons Esc buttonExits the current menu item Menu buttonDisplays the menus Status lights (see page 61) Mounting bracket attachment points Enter buttonSelects menu items or opens the line menu Bottom Projector Control Panel Optional cable cover attachment ...

Introduction 9 Remote Control Source buttonsSwitch between equipment connected to the projector Color Mode buttonOptimizes viewing for different lighting environments Frame Int (interpolation) buttonSmooths motion in rapid pictures Blank buttonTemporarily stops projection or hides the menu screen Po...

10 Introduction Optional Accessories Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector: In addition to the accessories listed above, 1-year and 2-year extended service plans are available. You can purchase these plans and other accessories from an authorized Epson reseller. To find...

Introduction 11 Using This Manual This book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, important safety instructions, specifications, and warranty information. Please follow these guidelines as you read t...

12 Setting Up the Projector Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, connect the cables, and display an image. Choosing a Location You can install the projector for the viewing setups shown below, as well as rear projection. Center Ceil...

Setting Up the Projector 15 To determine the exact image size when you know the projection distance (or the exact projection distance when you know the desired image size), you can use the Image Size Calculator. This program is available on the Epson website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/s...

16 Setting Up the Projector Installing the Projector To install the projector, you first need to determine the location, based on the size of your screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the tables on page 14 as a guide to positioning the projector. To suspend the projector from a ceiling, you wil...

18 Setting Up the Projector Connecting the Cables Connecting Video and Computer Equipment You can connect the projector to many types of video equipment, such as a Blu-ray Disc ™ /DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite box, video game console, camcorder, or digital camera. You can also connec...

Setting Up the Projector 19 For best results, connect your video equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. If your equipment doesn’t support HDMI, connect it to one of the following ports (highest quality listed first): Component (for component video), S-Video , or Video (for composite video). When y...

20 Setting Up the Projector ■ The Trigger out port(s) output a 12-volt DC signal when the projector is turned on. This lets a central control system monitor whether the projector is on or off, and can be used to raise or lower your projection screen automatically when the projector is in use. Depend...

Setting Up the Projector 21 Turning the Projector On and Off Turning On the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Turn on any connected equipment you plan to use. 3. Turn on the main power switch on the back of the projector. 4. Press the P power button on the projector or the On button on the remote...

22 Setting Up the Projector Turning Off the Projector 1. Turn off any equipment connected to the projector. 2. Press the P power button on the projector or the P Standby button on the remote control. When you see a confirmation message, press the button again to turn the projector off. Caution: Turn...

Setting Up the Projector 23 If you press the source button on the projector, you see a list of available sources. Press the source button to move through the list and select the desired source. Note: If an image does not appear, see “Problem Solving” on page 61. To temporarily turn off the image and...

24 Setting Up the Projector To use the lens shift, press the Lens Shift button on the remote control, then use the l r u d arrow buttons to adjust the image position. To return the lens to the center, press and hold any arrow button until the lens moves to the center and stops. Caution: Do not try t...

Making Basic Adjustments 25 Making Basic Adjustments Follow the instructions in this chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape, size, color, and quality. For further refinements, see “Making Detailed Adjustments” on page 31. Focusing and Zooming To focus the image, press the Focus button ...

26 Making Basic Adjustments Choosing the Aspect Ratio In many cases, video signals are automatically resized to fit on your screen when Auto is selected as the Aspect setting. You may need to change the size of the image (or aspect ratio) for certain image types by pressing the Aspect button on the ...

Making Basic Adjustments 27 Choosing the Color Mode You can change the Color Mode to automatically adjust brightness, contrast, and color, letting you quickly optimize the projected image for various lighting environments. You can also select a different color mode for each input source—which is use...

28 Making Basic Adjustments Note: You can fine-tune these and other color and image quality settings using the projector’s menu system (see page 31). You can also save combinations of picture settings with the Memory feature for easy recall (see page 39). If you don’t like the settings you have sele...

Making Basic Adjustments 29 Adjusting RGBCMY Use this feature to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness for each of the red (R), green (G), blue (B), cyan (C), magenta (M), and yellow (Y) color components. 1. Press the RBGCMY button. You see the following displayed on the screen: 2. Use the u or...

Making Detailed Adjustments 31 Making Detailed Adjustments You can use the projector’s on-screen menus to make detailed adjustments to the image quality—such as the brightness, contrast, sharpness, and color. You can also change the menu display, sleep mode settings, and other projector features. Us...

32 Making Detailed Adjustments 3. Press the u , d , l , or r button to change settings as necessary. You may have to press the Enter button to confirm your choice. 4. When you’re finished, press the Esc button to return to the previous menu or press the Menu button to exit the menu system. Changing ...

Making Detailed Adjustments 33 Input Brightness Settings If the signal from connected equipment is weak and images appear dark, you can adjust the Brightness and Contrast settings. You can adjust brightness and contrast for each image source and color mode. The Brightness setting controls how much l...

34 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Setup Level Note: This setting can be used only when an NTSC signal is being input through the Video or S-Video port, or when a video signal is being input through the Component video ports. This setting adjusts the threshold at which dark areas of the image are rend...

36 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Mosquito NR Note: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 27) or with a signal input through the PC port. This setting reduces grainy noise that can appear around the edges of MPEG images. You can select from 3 levels. ■ Block NR...

Making Detailed Adjustments 37 ■ Tint Note: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 27) or with a signal input through the PC port. Shifts the color balance between magenta and green. ■ Abs. Color Temp. Note: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is se...

38 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ RGBCMY Note: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 27). Use the RGBCMY settings to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness of the six color components (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, yellow). After adjusting each color, pr...

Making Detailed Adjustments 39 Adjustments for Computer Images In addition to the settings described previously, you can adjust the Tracking and Sync settings for analog RGB computer images. Normally, these settings are adjusted automatically by the projector. If you notice that the image is blurry ...

40 Making Detailed Adjustments Selecting Memory Settings You can easily recall the memory settings by using the memory button on the remote control. 1. Press the Memory button on the remote control. 2. Select Load Memory or Load Lens Position . 3. Use the arrow buttons to select the desired setting,...

Making Detailed Adjustments 41 ■ To create your own name, select Customized and use the keyboard screen to enter the name. Use the arrow buttons to select a character, then press the Enter button. When you have selected all of the characters in your name, select Finish and press the Enter button. De...

42 Making Detailed Adjustments 3. Do one of the following: ■ Select Reset All to return all projector settings to their original defaults (except Component, Memory, Language, Network, and Lamp). ■ Select Reset Memory to clear all memory settings. ■ Select Reset Lens Position to clear all lens positi...

Making Detailed Adjustments 43 ■ Zoom Size Lets you adjust the proportions of the image when the aspect ratio has been set to Zoom . Make sure Overscan is set to Off before using this function. ■ Zoom Caption Pos. Lets you adjust the vertical position of the image so that subtitles are visible (avai...

44 Making Detailed Adjustments Other Setup Options ■ Projection You can select different options for projecting the image: Front , Front/Ceiling , Rear , Rear/Ceiling . ■ Standby Mode (PowerLite Pro Cinema 61000 only) Select Communication On to monitor and control the projector over your network whe...

46 Making Detailed Adjustments ■ Control Panel Lock Lets you disable all the buttons on the projector’s control panel (except for the P power button) to prevent the image from being accidentally changed once it is adjusted. See page 29 for more information. ■ High Altitude Mode Adjusts the speed of ...

48 Using HDMI Link Using HDMI Link When you connect HDMI CEC-compatible devices to the projector with HDMI cables, you can control them using the HDMI Link buttons on the projector’s remote control. This lets you use just one remote control to operate many commonly used features on all your devices....

Using HDMI Link 49 Using HDMI Link 1. Press the HDMI Link button on the projector’s remote control. 2. Select Device Connections . You see this screen: 3. Use the u and d arrow buttons to select the device you want to operate, then press Enter . Devices are listed by type (Player, Recorder, AV Syste...

50 Using the Projector on a Network Using the Projector on a Network When you connect the PowerLite Pro Cinema 61000 to your network, you can select projector settings and control projection from a web browser. This lets you access the projector remotely. You can also use e-mail alerts to notify you...

Using the Projector on a Network 51 Monitoring the Projector with a Web Browser Once you have connected the projector to your network, you can select projector settings and control projection using a compatible web browser. Note: This feature supports Microsoft ® Internet Explorer ® 6.0 and later, a...

52 Using the Projector on a Network 6. Choose an Address field, enter the e-mail address, and select the alerts you want to receive. You can enter up to three e-mail addresses. Receiving E-mail Alerts When a problem occurs, you will receive an e-mail with the following information: ■ EPSON Projector...

Maintenance 53 Maintenance Your projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. You also may need to clean the air filter to prevent overheating. Warning: Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open a...

54 Maintenance Cleaning the Projector Case Before you clean the case, 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 t...

Maintenance 55 5. Grasp the tab on the air filter and remove it as shown. 6. Gently tap both sides of the air filter against a hard surface four or five times to remove loose dust from the air filter. Note: Do not tap the filter too hard. This can cause it to bend or break. 7. Use a small vacuum cle...

56 Maintenance Replacing the Lamp The projection lamp lasts for up to 5000 hours. You can use the Info menu to check how long it’s been in use (see page 59). It’s time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate. ■ The projector’s lamp light flashes orange at...

Maintenance 57 5. Use the screwdriver that came with the lamp (or a similar tool) to loosen the screw on the lamp cover. Then remove the cover as shown. 6. Loosen the two screws securing the lamp (they don’t come all the way out). 7. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out. Warning: The lam...

58 Maintenance 8. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws. Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. Touching the glass could result in premature lamp failure. 9. Replace the lamp cover and tighten the screw. (The projector won’t work if the lamp cover is open or loose.)...

Maintenance 59 Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer After replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in and turn on the main power switch on the back. Press the P power button on the projector or the On button on the remote control. Then follow these steps to reset the lamp usage timer: 1. Press the Menu...

60 Maintenance Storing the Projector If you need to store the projector for an extended time, do the following: ■ Make sure the temperature of the storage area is within 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C). ■ Attach the lens cover and retract the feet. ■ Remove the batteries from the remote control. ■ Pack ...

Problem Solving 61 Problem Solving This section explains how to interpret the projector’s status lights, solve problems with the picture and remote control, and contact technical support. What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash The lights on the projector indicate the projector’s status and let ...

62 Problem Solving Power light flashes The projector is cooling down. Wait until the light stops flashing and remains on. Then you can unplug the projector or turn it back on. If the power button is also flashing (PowerLite Pro Cinema 61000 only), the projector will go into network monitoring after ...

Problem Solving 63 Solving Picture Problems You cannot turn on the projector. ■ Make sure the power cord is connected and the main power switch in back of the projector is turned on. Then press the P power button on the projector or the On button on the remote control. ■ If you’ve set the Child Lock...

64 Problem Solving ■ Use the Position setting to reposition the image on the screen (see page 42). ■ If you’ve connected a computer and you see only half the image, make sure the computer’s Dual Display setting is turned off. If part of the image is cut off, reset the projector settings (see page 41...

Problem Solving 65 The picture is upside-down or reversed. Change the Projection setting in the Settings menu (see page 44). The picture isn’t rectangular. ■ If the image looks like or , the projector has been placed off to one side of the screen and angled toward it. Face the projector straight ahe...

66 Problem Solving ■ Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. If you’ve just moved the projector from a cold environment, wait a couple of minutes before using it. ■ Adjust the Sharpness setting (see page 35) or turn on Super-resolution (see page 38). ■ If you’re projecting from a computer,...

Problem Solving 67 ■ Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights. Make sure the projector is not in direct sunlight. ■ Turn off nearby equipment that emits infrared energy, such as a radiant room heater. ■ Make sure there are no objects between the remote control and the IR receiver. Sol...

68 Problem Solving Speak to a Support Representative To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the Epson PrivateLine Support card that came with your projector. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. This service is a...

Specifications 69 Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Size of LCD panels 0.74 inch (18 mm) wide Lens F=2.5 to 3.7 Resolution (native format) 1920 × 1080 pixels, 1080p Brightness White light output 1200 lumens (ISO 21118 standard)Color light output 1200 lumens(Power ...

70 Specifications Dimensions Height 6.9 inches (175 mm), not including adjustable feet Width 17.3 inches (440 mm) Depth 14.6 inches (370 mm); not including lens protrusion Weight 19.8 lb (9.0 kg) Electrical Rated frequency 50/60 Hz AC Power supply 100 to 120 V AC, 2.9 A200 to 240 V AC, 1.3 A Power c...

Specifications 71 Safety United States FCC Part 15B Class B (DoC)UL60950-1 Canada ICES-003 Class BCSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 Pixelworks DNX ™ ICs are used in this projector. Compatible Video Formats The projector supports analog video in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats, and it automatically adjusts to the i...

74 Specifications ESC/VP21 Command Codes You can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null modem serial cable to control the projector. You can download the complete ESC/VP 21 Communication Manual for home theater projectors from the Epson website at www.epson.com/support . Following are some of the av...

Notices 75 Notices Important Safety Information Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. ■ Never open any cove...

Notices 77 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential ...

78 Notices Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: Epson America, Inc. Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport WayMS 3-13Long Beach, CA 90806-2469Telephone: (562...

Index 81 Index A Abs. Color Temp. setting, 37Accessories, 10, 68Air filter cleaning and replacing, 54 to 55ordering, 10 AMX Device Discovery, 47Anamorphic lens, 20, 26Anamorphic Wide setting, 26Anti-theft device, 7, 10Aspect button, 9, 26, 63Aspect ratio, selecting, 26, 42Auto Iris setting, 33Auto S...