Epson 9100 - Manual

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. Explanation...

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 supply immediately, remove the plug from the power socket and contact your dealer or nearest ad...

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 ● Always ensure that the power has been switched off, the plug has been disconnected from the power socket, and all other cables have been disconnected when moving the projector. Failure to observe this may result in the outbreak of fire or electric shocks. ● Never attempt to...

12 - Safety Precautions Safety Precautions ● Using the projector outside of the permissible temperature range (+5C° to 40C°) 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 Parts, Names and Operations Projector ● Front Panel 1 Lamp Indicator 2 Operation Indicator 3 Temperature Indicator 4 Handle 5 Lens Shift Knob 6 Foot Adjust Lever 7 Operation Panel 8 Speaker 9 Remote Control Receiver10 Theft-Prevention Lock (see page 98)11 Focus Ring1...

Parts, Names and Operations - 15 ● Operation Panel 1 [Help] button (see page 50) Displays the methods of solving problems. Press this button when trouble occurs. 2 [Video] button (see page 41) Switches the images between video images (Video), S video (S-Video) and component video (BNC (YCbCr, YPbPr)...

16 - Par ts, Names and Operations ● I/O Ports 1 Computer #1 mini D-Sub 15 Port Inputs the computer ’s analog image signals. 2 Change-over Switch Switches the valid port for Computer #1 across to either mini D-Sub15 (analog) or DVI-D (digital). Operate the switch with the tip of a ballpoint pen or ot...

Parts, Names and Operations - 17 Remote Control ● Front Panel 1 [Freeze] button (see page 52) Temporarily freezes the image. Press this button once more to cancel the freeze mode. 2 Remote control light-receiving area Outputs the remote control unit’s signals. 3 Indicator Illuminated when the remote...

18 - Par ts, Names and Operations 11 [ESC] button (see page 34, 64) · Ends the function being used. Returns to the previous stage when the menu or help text is being displayed. · This function operations with a right-hand click on the mouse when computer images are being projected. ● Inside of the C...

Parts, Names and Operations - 19 ● Rear Panel 1 Battery Cover 1

20 - Par ts, Names and Operations 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...

Parts, Names and Operations - 21 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 tha...

22 - Installation Procedure Installation Procedure Determines the projection angle and projection distance to ensure the most suitable screen display. Installation example The projector may be installed in locations that conform to the installation conditions and pro-jection methods. Viewing project...

Installation Procedure - 23 Screen size and projection distance Determines the distance that the screen must be from the lens in order to obtain the required screen size.The projector ’s Standard Lens is approximately a 1.4x zoom lens and the largest screen size is about 1.4 times the size of the sm...

24 - Installation Procedure 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 * It is possible to move the projection position up and down with the lens shift function When viewing fr...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 25 Connecting the projector to a computer Switch off the power supply to the projector and computer before attempting to make the connection. Eligible computers There are computers with which connections cannot be established and computer that cannot be used ...

26 - Connecting the projector to a computer 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 1366 × 854 640 × 400 VGACGA 640 × 400 1366 × 854 640 × 400 VGAEGA 640 × 350 1366 ...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 27 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 (right-hand side) with the tip of a ballpoint pen or...

28 - Connecting the projector to a computer When the monitor port is the 5BNC (When connected to the second computer) Point · Do not bind the Power Cable and the Computer Cable together. Failure to observe this may result in malfunctions. · An adapter may be required when making the connection depen...

30 - Connecting the projector to a computer 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 #...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 31 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...

32 - Connecting the projector to a computer Connecting external monitors It is possible to display the image projected with the projector onto a computer simultaneously. Connect the projector's monitor out port to the computer monitor with the cable attached to the monitor. Point · There are cases w...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 33 Connecting up 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 projector ’s Mouse/Com Port to the computer ’s mouse port with the mouse cab...

Connecting the video equipment - 35 Connecting the video equipment Switch off the power supply to the projector and video equipment prior to attempting to make the connection. Point The audio signals output the selected image’s sound. In the case of composite image signals · Connect the projector ’s...

Connecting the video equipment - 37 In the case of the digital tuner's D output port · Connect the digital tuners to the projector ’s computer 2 BNC port with the optional D port cable. · Connect the supplied RCA Audio Cable (Red/White) to the S-Audio/Audio2 Port if the sound is to be output from th...

38 - Connecting the video equipment In the case of RGB image signals · Connect the projector ’s Computer #2 BNC 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 S-Audio/Audio #2 Port if the sound is t...

Projection - 39 Projection Images can be projected after all connections have been completed. Preparations 1 Connect the projector to a computer and video equipment. (see page 25, 35) 2 Remove the Lens Cover. 3 Attach the supplied Power Cord to the projector. Check to confirm the shape of the projec...

40 - Projection Commencing projection 1 Press the [Power] button to turn on the power supply. The Operation Indicator will begin to blink in green, and projection will be started. The Operation Indicator blink and then be illuminated in green after approximately thirty seconds. Point Button operatio...

Ending - 43 Ending End projection in accordance with the following procedure. 1 Press the [Power] button. A message to confirm that the power needs to be switched off will be displayed. 2 Press the [Power] button once more. The lamp will be extinguished, the Operation Indicator will blink in orange,...

Adjusting the Projection Position - 45 Adjusting the Projection Position The projector can be adjusted into the following vertical projection positions. Feet adjustments Adjusts the projection angle of the projector. As far as possible, make the necessary adjust-ments while making sure that the proj...

46 - Adjusting the Projection Size 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 53) and an E-Zoom function for enlarging cer tain areas (see page 55) are also available. Zoom ad...

Picture Quality Adjustment - 47 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 condensatio...

48 - 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 - 49 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 occurs. ...

50 - Useful Functions Useful Functions Help Function The methods of solving trouble when it occurs are devided into separate sections and explained below for use when problems arise. 1 Press the [Help] button. The help menu will be displayed. 2 Select the item. Press the [Sync+, -] button on the mai...

52 - Projection Cutting Projection Cutting It is possible to temporarily erase and stop images and sound. A/V Mute Function Temporarily erases images and sound. It is also possible to project the user logo at this time. 1 Press the [A/V Mute] button. The images and sound will be erased. Will be canc...

Switching Image Sizes - 53 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 of comp...

54 - Switching Image Sizes ● 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. 4:3 display 16:9 display

56 - Effect Function 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 66) Cursor/Stamp Imprints a stamp on the image. 1 Press the [1] button. The selection will switch between three di...

Effect Function - 57 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 efect function will be canceled and the cursor will disappear when the [Esc] button is pressed prior to setting the po...

58 - Effect Function Bar Draws a bar line on the image. 1 Press the [4] button 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 effect function will be canc...

P in P Function - 59 P in P Function The video image will be displayed as a sub-screen inside the computer image or video image. 1 Press the [P in P] button. Operation instructions will be displayed at the bottom left-hand side of the sub-screen sit-uated at the top right-hand side of the main scree...

60 - Volume Adjustment Volume Adjustment The volume can be amended when sound is emitted from the projector speakers. 1 Press the [Volume+, -] button while pressing the [Shift] button([Volume+, -]button on the remote control). Point Adjustment is not possible when no sound signals are being input. P...

Menu Configuration - 61 Menu Configuration The setup 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). ...

Menu Operations - 63 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 up or do...

Menu Operations - 65 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 adjustment screen displayed. Center value Tracking Adjusts vertical stripes that app...

Menu Operations - 67 Effect Bar Sets the color, direction and width of the bar allocated to the [4] button.Press the [Enter] button and select the required item from the bar setup menu. The color, direction and width can be selected independently for each of the settings between 1 and 3.· The [4] bu...

Menu Operations - 69 · The image menu and information displayed will differ in accordance with the projected input source, and Menus other than that belonging to the projected input source cannot be adjusted. · The information menu displays the status of the input source settings being projected. Ad...

70 - Menu Operations 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] - [Capture User Logo]. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 3 Select [Yes] and t...

Menu Operations - 71 5 Select [Yes] and then press the [ (Enter)] button on the main unit (the [Enter] button on the remote control). The enlargement setup screen will be displayed. 6 Select the enlargement rate and then press the [ (Enter)] button on the main unit (the [Enter] button on the remote ...

72 - Introduction of Projector Software Introduction of Projector Software The projector software includes the following. Outline of Projector Software The various types of Projector Software available are explained below. ● EMP Link V Enables the projector settings to be amended from the computer. ...

Computer Connections - 73 Computer Connections Establish a serial connection between the computer and projector when EMP Link V is being used. The computer and projector can be connected together with serial. Serial Connections Point · Depending on the shape of the computer por t, an adapter may be ...

74 - Computer Connections ● Macintosh Computers Connect the projector ’s Mouse/Com Port to the computer ’s printer port or modem port with the use of the Mac Serial Cable and main cable supplied. MAC SERIAL Mouse/Com Port Main Cable (supplied with the projector) Mac Serial Cable (supplied with the p...

Installation - 75 Installation This section explains how to install the EMP Link V. Operating environment Check the following to ensure that the software can operate on the computer in use. ● Windows Operating Environment 20MByte or more is required for the Chinese and Korean languages. ● Macintosh ...

76 - Installation Installation This section explains how to install the software using the Windows 98 screens. Software instal-lation into the Windows 95 platform follows the same procedure. Point The EMP Link V User’s Guide is stored on the CD-ROM in the PDF format. As Acrobat Reader is required to...

Installation - 77 ● In the case of the Macintosh 1 Start up the Macintosh and then set the CD-ROM in place. 2 Double-click on the EMP Link Installer icon. The set-up program will start up automatically. 3 Select the language and click on the [OK] button. Proceed with all subsequent screens in accord...

78 - Troubleshooting 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 Indicator and Temperature Indicator to advise the user of the projector ’s status. Operation Indicator Indicator Status Ca...

Troubleshooting - 79 Lamp Indicator Temperature Indicator Extinguished The power is not switched on The power is not switched on.· Check to ensure that the lamp or fan are correctly attached if the lamp has been replaced. If the lamp or fan are not correctly attached, the projector will assume the s...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 81 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 81 · No sound page 86 · The image is unclear page 83 · The remote control won’t work page 8...

82 - When the Indicators Provide No Help ● 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 25 ● Check to ensure that the mode supports the frequency of the image signa...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 83 The image is unclear · The screen is blurred. · Focus can only be attained in certain areas. ● Has the focus been set correctly? see page 47 ● Has the projection angle been increased by adjusting the feet? There are cases where the vertical focus is difficult...

84 - When the Indicators Provide No Help The image is cut up (Large)/Small · The image is disturbed. · Noise appears ● Has the cable been connected correctly? see page 25, 35 ● Is the selected resolution correct? Align the computer with the signals supported by the projector. Refer to the computer ’...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 85 The image color is bad The image is dark ● Has the image brightness been correctly adjusted? see page 65 ● Have the cables been connected correctly? see page 25, 35 ● Has the contrast been correctly adjusted? see page 65 ● Has the color setting been correctly...

86 - When the Indicators Provide No Help No sound The remote control won’t work ● Has the sound input been connected correctly? see page 31, 35 ● Has the image for which sound is required been selected? see page 41 ● Is sound being emitted from connected equipment? Confirm the sound from connected e...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 87 Cannot end (after the [Power] button has been pressed) EMP Link V will not function 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 Operation...

Cleaning the Projector, Cleaning the Lens, Cleaning the Air Filter - 89 Cleaning the Air Filter Air ventilation will deteriorate and the internal temperature of the projector will rise if the Air Filter becomes blocked with dirt and dust, and this may result in damage.Ensure that the projector is st...

90 - Replacing the Air Filter 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 surround-ing temperature. 2 Remove the Air Filt...

Replacing the Lamp - 91 Replacing the Lamp Replace the lamp at the following times (model number: ELPLP11). 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 quality has de...

92 - Replacing the Lamp 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 Once the projector has cooled down sufficiently, r...

Replacing the Lamp - 93 5 Attach the Fan. Align the direction, insert the fan, and then secure it in place with the two screws. Point · Ensure that the lamp has been firmly secured in place. For safety reasons, this projector has been designed so that the power supply is automatically disconnected w...

94 - Optional Parts Optional Parts The following optional parts are available for purchase in accordance with your needs. ■ Spare Lamp (ELPLP11) It is recommended that the spare lamp is purchased prior to actual need (packaged together with an air fil-ter and screw driver). ■ Image Presentation (ELP...

96 - 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 the box i...

Terminology - 97 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. The sound and image can be muted by pressing the [A/V Mute]...

Specifications - 99 Specifications Product Name Multi-Media Projector Model EMP-9100/9100NL External Dimen-sions Width 303 × Height 147 × Depth 389 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 Fu...

100 - 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 derails on the systems of the trouble that has occurred with your projector. ● Images Inquiry details ❒ The power supply cannot be switched on ❒ Nothin...

Check Sheet - 101 ● 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 ...

World-Wide Warranty Terms - 103 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 laid ou...

Index - 107 Index Numerics 13w3 26 5BNC 26 , 27 A A/V Mute 65 A/V Mute button 13 , 15 A/V Mute Function 50 Adjusting the Projection Position 43 Adjusting the projection size 44 adjustment values 46 Advance settings menu 60 Advanced 66 , 67 Air Filter (suction inlet) 12 All reset menu 60 Audio #1 Por...

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