Epson EMP-7700 - Manuals

Contents- 5 Troubleshooting 73 Troubleshooting 73 Operation Indicator ............................................................ 73Lamp Indicator ................................................................... 74Temperature Indicator ........................................................ 75 ...

Using this manual - 7 ■ ■ ■ ■ Using this manual Symbol displays A variety of pictures displays have been used in this manual and on the actual product to ensure that the projector is used correctly and safely in order to prevent risks to users and other people, and to prevent damage to property. Exp...

8 - Safety Precautions ■ ■ ■ ■ Safety Precautions Read and observe the following safety precautions to ensure safe use of the equipment. Warning ● If any of the following abnormalities occur, switch off the power sup-ply immediately, remove the plug from the power socket and contact your dealer or n...

Safety Precautions - 9 ● Never look into the lens when the power is switched on. An extremely strong light is emitted that may cause sight defects. Special attention must be paid by households with children. ● Take care when handling power plugs and power connectors. Failure to observe these instruc...

10 - Safety Precautions Caution ● Never stand on the projector or place any heavy objects on it. Failure to observe this may result in it dropping over, becoming damaged, or causing injury. ● Never place the projector on unstable surfaces, such as wobbly tables or slanted surfaces. Failure to observ...

Safety Precautions - 11 ● Never attempt to remove the lamp immediately after the projector has been used. Wait for the projector to cool down sufficiently by leaving it for at least sixty minutes after the power supply has been switched off. Failure to observe this may result in burns or other injur...

12 - Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ● Using the projector outside of the permissible temperature range (+5°C to +40°C) may result in unstable display and excessive loads being placed on the fan, leading to damage to the equipment. ● Storing the projector outside of the permissible temperature...

Parts, Names and Operations - 13 Before using this equipment This section provides explanations on parts and part names, and the items that should be verified before operating the remote control. ■ ■ ■ ■ Parts, Names and Operations Projector ● Front Panel 1 Operation Indicator 2 Lamp Indicator 3 Tem...

16 - Par ts, Names and Operations 8 [Tracking] button (see page 50) Performs the necessary adjustments when stripes appear on the screen. Moves left and right when this is pressed during menu and help text display. 9 [A/V mute] button (see page 54) Temporarily erases the image and sound. Projection ...

Parts, Names and Operations - 17 8 S-Video Port Inputs the A/V equipment's S image signals. 9 L-Audio-R (S-Video/BNC) Port Inputs the audio signals from the computer and A/V equipment connected to the BNC port or the S-Video port. 10 Video Port Inputs the A/V equipment’s component image signals. 11 ...

18 - Par ts, Names and Operations Remote Control ● Front Panel 1 Remote control light-receiving area Outputs the remote control unit’s signals. 2 Indicator Illuminated when the remote control unit signals are being output.· The light will not be output if batteries are weak, or the switch is off. 3 ...

Parts, Names and Operations - 19 11 [Esc] button (see page 35, 65) · Ends the function being used. Returns to the previous stage when the menu or help text is being displayed. · This function operates as a right-hand click on the mouse when computer images are being projected. ● Inside of the Cover ...

20 - Par ts, Names and Operations ● Rear Panel 1 Battery Cover 1

Parts, Names and Operations - 21 Range of Remote Control Operations Depending on the distance and angle from the main unit’s light receiving area, there are cases where the remote control will not function. Ensure that the remote control is used within the fol-lowing conditions: ● Operable distance:...

22 - Par ts, Names and Operations Inserting the Remote Control Batteries The remote control batteries are inserted in accordance with the following procedure: 1 Remove the Battery Cover. Apply pressure to the clip holding the Battery Cover, and then lift it upwards. 2 Insert the batteries. Ensure th...

Installation Procedure - 23 Installation This section provides an example of projector installation, and explanations on the projec-tion distances and projection angles. ■ ■ ■ ■ Installation Procedure Determines the projection angle and projection distance to ensure the most suitable screen display....

24 - Installation Procedure Viewing images projected onto half-transparent screens from the rear. · Set the rear parameter to [ON]. (see page 70)· Ceiling suspension is also possible with the use of the optional ceiling suspension unit. Screen size and projection distance Determines the distance tha...

Installation Procedure - 25 Projection angles The optimum projection screen is acquired by placing the center of the projector ’s lens and a right-angle to the screen. When viewing from the side When viewing from the top or bottom Point Although the projection angle can be adjusted with the front fo...

26 - Connecting the projector to a computer Connections This section provides explanations on connecting the projector to computers and video equipment. ■ ■ ■ ■ Connecting the projector to a computer Switch off the power supply to the projector and computer before attempting to make the connection. ...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 27 Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (Dots) Pixels (dots) Used During Resizing Dis- play (Resize On) Pixels (dots) Used During Real Display (Resize Off) Remarks PC98 640 × 400 1024 × 640 640 × 400 VGACGA 640 × 400 1024 × 640 640 × 400 VGAEGA 640 × 350 1024 ...

28 - Connecting the projector to a computer In the case of the mini D-Sub 15 pin · Connect the computer ’s monitor port to the Computer #1 mini D-Sub 15 Port on the projector with the computer cable supplied. · Set the switch to the analog setting (left-hand side) with the tip of a ballpoint pen or ...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 29 ● When the monitor port is the 5BNC Point · Do not bind the Power Cable and the Computer Cable together. Failure to observe this may result in video noise and malfunctions. · An adapter may be required when making the connection depending on the stand of t...

30 - Connecting the projector to a computer In the case of 5BNC Connects the computer monitor port to the projector ’s Computer 2 BNC Port with the optional computer cable (ELPKC11). Point · Set the BNC parameter in the menu to [RGB] when establishing the connection. (see page 68) · Make the connect...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 31 In the case of DVI-D* Digital signals are output to the projector without amendment if a digital video card for liquid crystal displays and output port are mounted onto the computer.· Connect the Computer ’s digital output port to the projector ’s Computer...

32 - Connecting the projector to a computer Sound connection The projector is equipped with two built-in speakers capable of outputing a maximum of 3W, and it is also possible to output computer sound from the projector ’s speakers. ● Connecting the computer to Computer #1 Connect the projector ’s A...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 33 Connecting external audio equipment It is possible to enjoy dynamic sound by connecting the Audio Out port on the projector to a PA system, an active speaker system, or other speakers equipped with built-in amplifiers. Use audio connection cables available...

34 - Connecting the projector to a computer Connecting the mouse (wireless mouse function) This enables the computer ’s mouse pointer to be operated with the remote control in the same way as a wireless mouse.Connect the computer's mouse port to the projectors Mouse #1/2 ports with the use of a mous...

36 - Connecting video equipment ■ ■ ■ ■ Connecting video equipment Switch off the power supply to the projector and video equipment prior to attempting to make the connection. Point The selected image's sound is output. In the case of composite image signals · Connect the projector ’s Video Port to ...

Connecting video equipment - 37 In the case of component (color differential*) image signals · Connect the projector ’s Computer 2/Component Video Port to the video equipment with the component image cable (available on the open market) so that the following table is sup-ported. · Connect the L-Audi...

38 - Connecting video equipment In the case of the digital tuner's D output port · Connect the digital tuner to the projector's Computer2/Component Video port with the optional D port cable (ELPKC23). · Connect the supplied audio cable to the Audio port if the sound is to be output from the pro- jec...

Connecting video equipment - 39 In the case of RGB image signals · Connect the projector's Computer2/Component Video port to the video equipment with the component image cable (available on the open market). · Connect the supplied RCA Audio Cable (Red/White) to the L-Audio-R (S-Video/BNC) Port if th...

40 - Projection Projecting This section provides explanations on starting and ending projection, and on the basic func-tions for adjusting projected images. ■ ■ ■ ■ Projection Images can be projected after all connections have been completed. Preparations 1 Connect the projector to a computer and vi...

Projection - 41 4 Plug the Power Plug into the power socket. The Operation Indicator will be illuminated in orange. Point Button operations are not possible when the Operation Indicator is blinking in orange. Commencing projection 1 Press the [Power] button to turn on the power supply. The Operation...

44 - Ending ■ ■ ■ ■ Ending End through the following procedure. 1 Turn off the connected equipment. 2 Press the [Power] button. A message to confirm that the power needs to be switched off will be displayed. 3 Press the [Power] button once more. The lamp will be extinguished, the Operation Indicator...

46 - Adjusting the Projection Position ■ ■ ■ ■ Adjusting the Projection Position The projector can be adjusted into the following vertical projection positions. Feet adjustments Adjust the projection angle of the projector. 1 Lift the Foot Adjust Lever with a finger and raise the front part of the p...

Adjusting the projection size - 47 ■ ■ ■ ■ Adjusting the projection size It is possible to adjust the size of the projection and correct any trapezoid distortion. Point A function to resize the screen (see page 55) and an E-Zoom function for enlarging cer tain areas (see page 56) are also available....

48 - Adjusting the projection size Keystone adjustment Make the necessary adjustment when the screen has been distorted into a trapezoid with foot adjustment. 1 Press the [Keystone +, -] button to lengthen the screen sidewards. It is possible to use the trapezoid correction function (through 64 stag...

Picture Quality Adjustment - 49 ■ ■ ■ ■ Picture Quality Adjustment Adjusts image focus and disturbance. Focus adjustment Aligns the focus of the image. 1 Rotate the Focus Ring to make the required adjustment. Point · It is not possible to align the focus if the lens is dir ty or fogged over with con...

50 - Picture Quality Adjustment Tracking adjustments (when projecting computer images) Adjusted when vertical stripes are apparent on the computer image. 1 Press the [Tracking +, -] button on the projector. Synchronization adjustments (when projecting computer images) Adjusted when flashing, blurrin...

Introduction of Functions - 51 ■ ■ ■ ■ Introduction of Functions The functions that can be operated by pressing buttons when images are being projected are listed below. Function Outline Button Reference Page Main Unit Remote Con- trol Unit Help Displays the method of solving prob-lems when trouble ...

52 - Useful Functions Useful functions This section provides explanations on the effective and useful functions, such as presenta-tions, available with this projector. ■ ■ ■ ■ Useful Functions Help Function The methods of solving trouble when it occurs are devided into separate sections and explaine...

54 - Projection cutting ■ ■ ■ ■ Projection cutting It is possible to temporarily erase and halt images and sound. A/V Mute Function Temporarily erases images and sound. 1 Press the [A/V Mute] button. The images and sound will be erased. Projection will restart when the [A/V Mute] button is pressed a...

Switching Image Sizes - 55 ■ ■ ■ ■ Switching Image Sizes The window display and resizing display are switched when projecting images onto a com-puter. Video image projections are switched between an aspect ratio of 4:3 and 16:9. 1 Press the [Resize] button. The screen size will switch. ● In the case...

56 - Enlarging images (E-Zoom function) ● In the case of video images Switching will be performed for 4:3 and 16:9 image sizes. Images recorded with digital videos and DVD images can be projected on 16:9 wide screens. ■ ■ ■ ■ Enlarging images (E-Zoom function) It is possible to enlarge selected port...

Effect Function - 57 ■ ■ ■ ■ Effect Function The [Effect] buttons add decorations to images displayed during presentations. The decora-tion settings can be amended on the effect menu. (see page 67) Cursor/Stamp Imprints a stamp on the image. 1 Press the [1] button on the remote control unit. The sel...

58 - Effect Function 4 Lower the [Enter] button on the remote control unit to move the cursor to the ending position. 5 Press the [Enter] button to set the end position. Point · The decoration will be erased when the [5] button is pressed.· There are cases where the effect will be difficult to see d...

Effect Function - 59 Bar Draws a bar line on the image. 1 Press the [4] button on the remote control unit to display the required cursor/stamp. The selection will switch between three different bars whenever the [4] button is pressed. 2 Press the [Enter] button to set the end position. Point · The e...

60 - P in P Function ■ ■ ■ ■ P in P Function The video image (YCbCr or YPbPr) will be displayed as a sub-screen inside the computer image or component video image. 1 Press the [P in P] button. Operation instructions will be displayed at the bottom left-hand side, and the sub-screen will be situated ...

Volume Adjustment - 61 Adjustments and settings This section provides explanations on adjusting the projector volume and on setup menu operations. ■ ■ ■ ■ Volume Adjustment The volume can be amended when sound is emitted from the projector speakers. 1 Press the [Volume+, -] button while pressing the...

62 - Menu Configuration ■ ■ ■ ■ Menu Configuration The menu enables the various adjustments and settings to be made. Menu items The menus are split into top menus and sub menus and consist of a hierarchy structure. Also, the image menu will differ in accordance with the input source (connected port)...

64 - Menu Operations ■ ■ ■ ■ Menu Operations The menus can be operated from both the projector and the remote control unit. Operation method 1 Press the [Menu] button. The top menu will be displayed. 2 Select the required item. Press the [Sync +, -] button on the projector (lower the [Enter] button ...

Menu Operations - 65 5 Select the parameter value. Press the [Tracking +, -] button on the projector (lower the [Enter] button left or right on the remote control unit) to select the parameter value. Point · (Enter) is attached to the rear of the sub item names that execute the parameters and contin...

66 - Menu Operations Setting items Top Menu Sub Menu Function Default Value Video Position Moves the image's display position up, down, left and right. Press the [Enter] button to make the required adjustments on the position adjustment screen dis-played. Depends on the connection signals Tracking A...

Menu Operations - 67 Video Video Signal Sets the video signal method.Press the [Enter] button and select the required setting from the video signal method selection menu displayed.· The video signal method will be automatically set up in the [Auto] mode, but do not use the [Auto] mode for the PAL sy...

Menu Operations - 69 Setting Sleep Mode Sets the energy-saving function for when no image sig-nals are being input. When this is set at [ON], projection will be automatically ended and the projector will enter the sleep mode if no image signals are input and no operations are performed for a period ...

Menu Operations - 71 User logo registration Registers the images currently displayed as the user logo. 1 Displays the image that is to be registered as the user logo. 2 Press the [Menu] button and select [Capture] - [Use’s Logo Capture]. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 3 Select [Yes] and ...

Troubleshooting - 73 Troubleshooting This section provides explanations on potential problems and the methods of taking care of them. ■ ■ ■ ■ Troubleshooting When you think you have a problem, first of all check the Indicators on the projector.The projector is fitted with Operation Indicator, Lamp I...

74 - Troubleshooting Lamp Indicator Blinking in Green Warm-up in progress (Not an error)· Wait for a moment.· The green lamp will stop blinking and become illuminated once the warm-up procedure has been completed. 41 Illuminated in Red Internal error Cease operations, remove the Power Plug from the ...

Troubleshooting - 75 Temperature Indicator Point · Refer to the section on [When the Indicators Provide No Help] on the following page if the Indicators appear normal but the projected image is defective. · Contact your dealer if an Indicator status not covered by the above table is apparent. Indica...

76 - When the Indicators Provide No Help ■ ■ ■ ■ When the Indicators Provide No Help Refer to each relevant item if the following situations arise but the indicators provide no help. · The image is not projected page 76 · No sound page 81 · The image is unclear page 78 · The remote control will not ...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 77 ● Messages [Not Supported] will be displayed [No Signal] will be displayed ● Is the resolution of the image signal output from the computer higher than UXGA (1,600 x 1,200)? see page 26 ● Check to ensure that the mode supports the frequency of the image signa...

78 - When the Indicators Provide No Help The image is unclear · The screen is blurred. · Focus can only be attained in certain areas. ● Has the focus been set correctly? see page 49 ● Has the projection angle been increased by adjusting the feet? There are cases where the vertical focus is difficult...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 79 · The image is disturbed. · Noise appears ● Has the cable been connected correctly? see page 26, 36 ● Is the selected resolution correct? Align the computer with the signals supported by the projector. Refer to the computer ’s instruction manual for details o...

80 - When the Indicators Provide No Help The image is cut up (Large)/Small The image color is bad · The image is cut up · The image is small ● There is a possibility that the [Resize] setting has not been correctly selected. Press the [Resize] button.see page 55 ● Has the [Position] been adjusted? A...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 81 The image is dark No sound ● Is it time to replace the lamp? If the Lamp Indicator is blinking, it means that the time to replace the lamp is drawing near. When the time to replace the lamp draws near, the image will appear dark and the tint will deteriorate....

82 - When the Indicators Provide No Help The remote control will not work Cannot end (after the [Power] button has been pressed) Point If an abnormality remains after checking the results of the above inspections, disconnect the Power Plug from the socket and consult with your dealer. ● Is the [R/C ...

Cleaning the Projector, Cleaning the Lens, Cleaning the Air Filter - 83 Maintenance This section provides explanations on taking care of the projector, replacing consumable items and other maintenance procedures. ■ ■ ■ ■ Cleaning the Projector, Cleaning the Lens, Cleaning the Air Filter Clean the pr...

Replacing the Air Filter - 85 ■ ■ ■ ■ Replacing the Air Filter Replacement method 1 Switch off the power supply, allow the projector to cool down, and then disconnect the Power Cord. The amount of time required for the projector to cool down will depend on the surrounding temperature. 2 Remove the A...

86 - Replacing the lamp ■ ■ ■ ■ Replacing the lamp Replace the lamp at the following times (model number: ELPLP12). When a message stating [Lamp Replace] is displayed for thirty seconds after the start of projection When the lamp indicator is blinking in orange When the brightness and picture qualit...

Replacing the lamp - 87 Replacement method 1 Switch off the power supply, allow the projector to cool down, and then disconnect the Power Cord. The amount of time required for the projector to cool down will depend on the surround-ing temperature. 2 Remove the lamp cover only after the lamp has cool...

88 - Replacing the lamp 5 Attaching the lamp cover. First attach the hook on the left side of the lamp cover, and then the right. Snap the cover into place and secure with the screw. Point · Attach the lamp and lamp cover firmly. The power will not be reinstated unless the lamp and lamp cover are se...

Optional Parts - 89 Others This section provides explanations on optional items and after service care, as well as pro-viding details on specifications, terminology and other technical information. ■ ■ ■ ■ Optional Parts The following optional parts are available for purchase in accordance with your...

90 - Transportation ■ ■ ■ ■ Transportation The projector contains many glass and precision parts. Ensure that the following precautions are observed to prevent the projector from being damaged by impact during transportation. ● When sending the projector to the manufacturer for repairs, etc. · Use t...

Terminology - 91 ■ ■ ■ ■ Terminology This section provides simple explanations for the terminology used within the manual, items for which explanations are not available, and other complex processes. A/V Mute Temporarily erases the image and sound at the same time. The sound and image can be muted b...

Specifications - 93 ■ ■ ■ ■ Specifications Product Name Multi-Media Projector Model EMP-7700 External Dimen-sions Width 277 × Height 143 × Depth 361 mm(excluding the lens and feet) Panel Size 1.3-inch (Width 27mm × Height 20mm × Corner-to-corner 34 mm) Display Emthod Poly-silicone TFT Drive Method F...

94 - Check sheet ■ ■ ■ ■ Check sheet Kindly take a copy of the check sheet and fill out the relevant items before contacting us in order to provide us with details on the systems of the trouble that has occurred with your projector. ● Images Inquiry details ❒ The power supply cannot be switched on ❒...

Check sheet - 95 ● Sound Inquiry details ❒ No sound can be heard ❒ The volume is too low ❒ The sound breaks up ❒ A different sound is emitted Menu ❒ The menu is displayed Sound ❒ Volume( ) EMPSerial number Purchasing time Year, month Connector ❒ Is it plugged in firmly? ❒ Is the sound emitted when c...

96 - World-Wide Warranty Terms ■ ■ ■ ■ World-Wide Warranty Terms This product includes a world-wide warranty, which allows the equipment to be repaired in more than forty-five countries of the world. Note that product is not covered by the terms of warranty stated here, but by the terms of warranty ...

100 - Index ■ ■ ■ ■ Index Numerics 13w3 29 5BNC 29 , 30 A A/V Mute 68 A/V Mute button 16 , 18 A/V Mute Function 54 Adjusting the Projection Position 46 Adjusting the projection size 47 adjustment values 50 Advance settings menu 63 Advanced 69 , 70 Air Filter (suction inlet) 15 All reset menu 63 Audi...

DECLARATION of CONFORMITY according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer : SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address : 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Representative : EPSON EUROPE B. V. Address : Entrada 701, 1096 EJ AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands Declares that the Product Kind of ...

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 : MS: 3-13 3840 Kilroy Airport Way Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 Telephone: (562) 290-...

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 installatio...

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Before use Installation Connections Projection Useful Functions Adjustments andsetting Troubleshooting Maintenance Others Printed in Japan 90006483 01.04-.5A(C01) Eng cover-F DICF43 90006483 E