Epson 52 - Manual

4 Contents Unpacking the Projector .................................................................... 1 Features of the Projector................................................................... 2 Before Using the Projector Par t Names and Functions .................................................

8 8 Part Names and Functions Front/Top •••• Air exhaust vent •••• Control panel (p.10) •••• Remote control light-receiving area (p.13) Receives signals from the remote control. •••• Focus ring (p.37) Adjusts the image focus. •••• Power indicator (p.61) Flashes or lights in different colours to indic...

9 Left Side •••• Video port (p.21) Inputs composite video signals to the projector from other video sources.Use the RCA video cable for this connection. •••• S-Video port (p.22) Inputs S-Video signals to the projector from other video sources. •••• Control (RS-232C) port (p.85) Connects the projecto...

10 Control Panel •••• [Power] button (p.29 , 31) Turns the projector power on and off. •••• [Source] button (p.30) Switches the input source between the Computer/Component Video port, S-Video port and Video port each time the button is pressed.When pressed while a help menu is being displayed, it ac...

12 Remote Control S-Video/Video Computer Menu A/V Mute E-Zoom Freeze Color Mode Power ESC Auto Enter •••• Remote control light-emitting area ( p.14 ) Outputs remote control signals. •••• [Freeze] button (p.43) Keeps the current computer or video image on the screen. •••• [E-Zoom] button ( ) ( p.45 )...

13 Before Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range When using the remote control for the first time, pull out the insulating tape that is protruding from the battery holder. When the insulating tape is pulled out, the remote control can then be used. The remote co...

14 Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or angle between the remote control and the remote control light-receiving area is outside the normal operating range, the remote control may not work. Remote Operating Range Operating distance Operating angle Approx. 6 m (...

15 Installation Setting Up the Projector The projector supports the following two different projection methods, allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images. Caution : Before setting up the projector, be sure to first read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Ter...

16 Screen Size and Projection Distance The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size. While referring to the table below, position the projector so that the image size is smaller than the screen size.The values should be used as a guide for setting up the project...

17 Connecting to a Computer Caution : When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the following. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result. • Check the shape...

18 Projecting Images from the Computer Use the accessory computer cable to connect the Computer/Component Video port on the left side of the projector to the monitor port of the computer. Tip : • Change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Video" menu to "RGB" after making the ...

20 Connecting to an External Monitor Images can be viewed on an external computer monitor at the same time they are being projected by the projector. Use the cable provided with the computer monitor to connect the monitor to the Monitor Out port at the left side of the projector. Tip : • Video image...

21 Connecting to a Video Source Caution : When connecting the projector to other video sources, take the following precautions. • Turn off the power for both the projector and the video source before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result. ...

23 Tip : • Change the "Input Signal" setting in the "Video" menu to "YCbCr " or "YPbPr " after making the connections. (p.49) • If more than one external component is connected to the projector, use the [Source] button on the projector's control panel or the [Computer...

24 Playing Sound from the Video Equipment The projector has a single built-in speaker with a maximum output of 1 W. You can output sound from the video equipment through the projector's built-in speaker by connecting the video equipment's audio output port and the Audio port (RCA monaural jack) on t...

27 Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning projection on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning On the Projector ..................................................28 • Connecting the Power Cable ..............................................................

28 Turning On the Projector Turn on the power to start projecting images. Caution : Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before projecting images. Connecting the Power Cable Procedure 1 Check that the power is turned off for the projector and all components conn...

29 Turning On the Power and Projecting Images Procedure 1 Check that the Power indicator has stopped flashing and is lit orange. 2 Turn on the power for all equipment connected to the projector. For a video source, press the [Play] button at the video source to start playback if necessary. 3 Press t...

30 4 If more than one signal source has been connected, use the projector ' s control panel or the remote control buttons to select the port which the signal source that you would like to use is connected to, while referring to the following table. * The items selected using the "Input Signal...

31 Turning Off the Projector Follow the procedure below to turn off the power for the projector. Procedure 1 Turn off the power for the signal sources that are connected to the projector. Check that the power for all connected components has been turned off. 2 Press the [Power] button on either the ...

33 Adjusting the Screen Image You can correct and adjust the screen image in order to obtain the best possible picture. Adjusting the Image Size The size of the projected image is basically determined by the distance from the projector to the screen. (p.16)If further minor adjustment is required, pr...

34 Adjusting the Image Angle The projector should be set up so that it is as perpendicular to the screen as possible. If it is not possible to set up the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen, it can be set up at a slight vertical angle instead. You can extend or retract the front adju...

35 • If the projector is tilted horizontally, turn the bases of the front adjustable feet to adjust the angle. Correcting Keystone Distortion When the projector is tilted, it will cause keystone distortion to appear in the image, but this distortion can be corrected using the keystone correction fun...

37 Adjusting the Image Quality The quality of the screen images can be adjusted as follows. Focusing the Screen Image Procedure Turn the focus ring to adjust the image focus. Turn the focus ring of the projector until the projected images are in proper focus. Tip : • If the surface of the lens is di...

38 • If you press the [Auto] button while the E-Zoom or Freeze function is being used or while a configuration menu or help menu is being displayed, the function will be cancelled when you press the [Auto] button, and then the adjustment will be carried out. • Sometimes the signals may not be adjust...

39 If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in images that are input from the computer, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will need to adjust the sync manually using the following procedure. Procedure 1 Press the [Menu] button on the remote control, and then select "Sync...

40 Selecting the Colour Mode The following six preset colour modes are available for use depending on the characteristics of the images that are being projected. You can easily obtain the optimum image quality simply by selecting the colour mode that corresponds to the projected images. The brightne...

41 Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection ................................42 • A/V Mute ......................................................................................

42 Functions for Enhancing Projection This section describes the various useful functions that can be used to enhance presentations. A/V Mute This function momentarily pauses the image and sound.For example, it can be used when you do not want to show viewers details of operations such as selecting ...

43 Freeze This function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing without pausing.The image source will still be playing back the images even while projection is paused, and so it will not be possible to resume projection from the point where it was paused. Procedure Press the [Freez...

45 E-Zoom This function lets you enlarge and reduce a part of projected images such as graphs and tables. Procedure 1 Press the [E-Zoom ] button on the remote control. A cursor (cross) indicating the centre point for the area to be enlarged will appear on the screen. 2 Move the cross to the area of ...

46 Using the Configuration Menu Functions The configuration menus can be used to carry out a variety of settings and adjustments.The menus have a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is divided into sub-menus, which are further divided into other sub-menus.The remote control is used to oper...

56 Using the Configuration Menus The configuration menus can be operated using the remote control only. Procedure 1 Press the [Menu] button on the remote control. The main menu will be displayed. 2 Select a menu item. Press the [ ] or [ ] button to move to an item to be selected. 3 Confirm the selec...

57 5 Select a setting value. Press the [ ] and [ ] buttons to change the setting value.For commands which have ON/OFF settings, use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to select the desired setting, and then press the [Enter] button. Tip : • Sub-menu items which cause another sub-menu to be displayed when they ...

59 Troubleshooting This section describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help ...................................................................60When Having Some Trouble .............................................61 • Power Indicator........................

60 Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help function uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. It uses a series of menus in a question and answer format. Procedure 1 Press the [Help] button on the projector's control panel. The help menu will be displayed. ...

61 When Having Some Trouble If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators.The projector is provided with the following two indicators. These indicators alert you to problems with projector operation. The following tables show what the indicators mean and how ...

64 When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. No images appear (Nothing at all appears) • No images appear• Poor image quality (out of focus or distor ted) • Only part of the image ...

65 No images appear (Messages do appear) Poor image quality (out of focus or distor ted) • Check the mode which corresponds to the frequency of the image signals being output from the computer. Refer to the documentation provided with your computer for details on changing the resolution and frequenc...

71 Appendices This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance for the projector for a long time. Maintenance.......................................................................72 • Cleaning ..........................................................

72 Maintenance This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts. Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. Caution : Be sure to read the separate Safety Instructions/W...

73 If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, it can cause overheating and damage the projector.Turn the projector upside down and use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust from the air filter. Tip : • If the air filter is difficult to clean or if it is broken, it should be replaced. Contact your de...

74 Replacing Consumables This section describes how to replace the remote control battery, the lamp and the air filter. Use the following type of battery as a replacement. 1 CR2025 lithium battery Caution : Be sure to read the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms before handling the battery...

75 It is time to replace the lamp when: • The message "Lamp Replace" appears on the screen for 30 seconds when projection star ts . • When the (Warning) indicator is flashing red at 0.5-second intervals • The projected image gets darker or star ts to deteriorate Tip : • The replacement warni...

76 Caution : • If the lamp stops working and needs to be replaced, there is the danger that the lamp may break when handled.If replacing the lamp of a projector that has been installed to the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is broken and remove the lamp cover very carefully. • Wait u...

77 4 Take out the lamp. Hold the lamp by the two tabs to lift it up and out from the projector. 5 Install the new lamp. Hold the lamp so that it faces the correct way to fit into the projector, and then insert the lamp and tighten the two lamp fixing screws. 6 Install the lamp cover. Slide the cover...

78 Procedure 1 Connect the power cable, and then press the [Power] button on either the projector's control panel or the remote control to turn on the power for the projector. 2 Press the [Menu] button on the remote control. The configuration menu will be displayed. 3 Select "Reset Lamp Timer...

79 Procedure 1 Turn off the projector power, wait for the cool-down period to end, and then disconnect the power cable. The cool-down period lasts for about 20 seconds. The actual time will vary depending on the external air temperature. 2 Put your finger into the recess, and pull straight out to re...

80 Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories is current as of October 2002. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. * A special method of installation is required in order to suspend the proj...

81 Glossary Following is an explanation of some of the terms used in this guide which may be unfamiliar or which were not explained in the text of this guide itself. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications. Aspect ratio The ratio between an image...

84 List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List When a power ON command is sent to the projector, the power for the projector turns on. When the projector is in a command ready state, it returns the "3Ah" (:) code. Furthermore, when command processing is complete, the projector also returns a "...

85 Cable Layouts • Connector shape : D-Sub 9 pin (male) • Projector input connector : Control (RS-232C) <At projector> <At computer> <At projector> (PC serial cable) <At computer> Signal Function GND 5 5 GND GND Signal wire ground RD 2 3 TD TD Transmit data TD 3 2 RD RD Recei...

86 List of Supported Monitor Displays * Connection is not possible if the equipment does not have a VGA output port. It may be possible to project signals which are not listed in the above table. However, not all functions may be supportable with such signals. Computer Signal Refresh rate (Hz) Resol...

87 Component Video Input/RGB Video Input Signal Refresh rate (Hz) Aspect ratio 4:3 Resolutions (dots) Aspect ratio 16:9 Resolutions (dots) SDTV (525i) (D1) 60 80 0× 600 80 0× 450 SDTV (625i) 50 80 0× 600 80 0× 450 SDTV (525p) (D2) 80 0× 600 80 0× 450 HDTV (750p) 16:9 (D4) 80 0× 600 80 0× 450 HDTV (1...

88 Specifications Product name Multimedia Projector EMP-52 Dimensions 309 (W) x 93 (H) x 219 (D) mm (12.2 (W) x 3.8 (H) x 8.6 (D) in.) (not including feet and lens) Panel size 0.5 in. Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Drive method Full-line 6-phase block sequential writing Resolution SVGA...

89 Safety USA UL1950 3 rd Edition Canada CSA C22.2 No.950-95 (cUL) European Community The Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) IEC60950 2 nd Edition, +Amd.1, +Amd.2, +Amd.3, +Amd.4 EMC USA FCC 47CFR Part15B Class B (DoC) Canada ICES-003 Class B European Community The EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) EN55022,...

90 Appearance Units: mm 219 35 77.3 76.7 161.8 87 80 12 127 115 117.6 4.3 104 93 309 M4X8-3 5 5.9 53.9 67.5 Centre of lens Centre of projector

91 Index General Terms A/V Mute .............................................. 42, 51 "About" Menu ............................................. 54 "Advanced" Menu ....................................... 52 Air exhaust vent ............................................ 8 Air filter .....

We :EPSON AMERICA, INC. Located at :3840 Kilroy Airpor t Way MS: 3-13 Long Beach, CA 90806 Tel :562-290-5254 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Par t 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed, is identical to t...

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 Par t 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installati...