Epson EB-4750W- User Manual

Unless otherwise specified, the illustrations used in this guide are forEB-4950WU. Front/Top Name Function A Air ex haust v ent Exhaust vent for air used to cool the projector internally. Caution While projecting, do not put your face or handsnear the air exhaust vent, and do not place objectsthat m...

Name Function N Lamp cov er Open when replacing the projector's lamp. s "Replacing the Lamp" p.115 O S ecur i ty slot The security slot is compatible with the MicrosaverSecurity System manufactured by Kensington. s "Anti-Theft Lock" p.68 Rear Name Function A P ower inlet Connects to ...

Name Function B Computer por t For analog RGB signals from a computer and componentvideo signals from other video sources. C B NC por t For analog RGB signals from a computer and componentvideo signals from other video sources. D Monitor Out por t Outputs to an external monitor the analog signal fro...

Name Function B R ear f eet When setup on a surface such as a desk, turn to extend andretract to adjust the horizontal tilt. s "Adjusting the Horizontal Tilt" p.24 C S cr ew hole to f i x thecable cov er Screw hole to fix the cable cover in place. s "Attaching the Cable Cover" p.35 D...

Name Function H [Esc] button • Stops the current function. • If pressed when the Configuration menu is displayed, itmoves to the previous menu level. s "Using the Configuration Menu" p.71 I [ ]/[ ] buttons • Performs screen adjustments using the settings inGeometric Correction from the Confi...

b Replace the old batteries with new batteries. Caution Check the positions of the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery holder toensure the batteries are inserted the correct way. If the batteries are not used correctly, they could explode or leak causinga fire, injury, or damage to the product. c R...

Preparing the Projector This chapter explains how to install the projector and connect projection sources.

Installation Requirements The projector supports the following four different projection methods.Install the projector according to the conditions of the installation location. • Project images from in front ofthe screen. (Front projection) • Project images from behind a translucent screen. (Rear pr...

a • An optional ceiling mount is required when suspending the projector from a ceiling. s "Optional Accessories" p.137 • The default Projection setting is Front . You can change from Front to Rear from the Configuration menu. s Extended - Projection p.78 • You can change the Projection mode ...

c Select Screen Type from Screen . d Select the screen's aspect ratio. The shape of the background test pattern changes depending on thesetting. e Press the [Menu] button to finish making settings. a • This setting is unavailable when projecting images from a computerover a network. • When you chang...

e Press the [Menu] button to finish making settings. a The Screen Position cannot be adjusted in the following situations. • If the Screen Type is set to 16:10 when using EB-4955WU/ EB-4950WU/EB-4855WU/EB-4850WU/EB-4750W • If the Screen Type is set to 4:3 when using EB-4650/EB-4550 Displaying a Test...

Adjusting the Image Size Turn the zoom ring to adjust the size of the projected image. W T Correcting the Focus You can correct the focus using the focus ring. Adjusting the Image Position Extend or retract the front foot to make adjustments. You can adjust theposition of the image by tilting the pr...

ID Settings When an ID is set for the projector and the remote control, you can usethe remote control to operate only the projector with a matching ID. Thisis very useful when managing multiple projectors. a • Operation using the remote control is possible only for projectorsthat are within the oper...

b While holding the [ID] button, press a number button to select anumber to match the ID of the projector you want to operate. s "Checking the Projector ID" p.25 R emote contr ol Once this setting has been made, the projector that can be operated by theremote control is limited. a The remote...

The port name, location, and connector orientation differ depending on the source being connected. Connecting a Computer To project images from a computer, connect the computer using one of the following methods. A When using the supplied computer cable Connect the computer's display output port to ...

Connecting Image Sources To project images from DVD players or VHS video and so on, connect to the projector using one of the following methods. A When using a commercially available video cable Connect the video output port on the image source to the projector's Video port.You can output audio from...

a • Change the audio output from Audio Settings . s Extended - A/V Settings - Audio Settings p.78 • If audio is not sent using an HDMI cable, connect a commercially available audio cable to the Audio3 port to send the audio. Set HDMI Audio Output to Audio3 . s Extended - A/V Settings - Audio Setting...

a • Make the following settings to output image and audio even when the projector is in standby mode.Set Standby Mode to Communication On . s Extended - Standby Mode p.78 Set A/V Output to Always On . s Extended - A/V Settings - A/V Output p.78 • When the audio cable jack is inserted into the Audio ...

Installing the Wireless LAN Unit a Open the air filter cover. Slide the air filter cover operation knob, and open the air filtercover. b Loosen the screw and remove the wireless LAN unit cover. c Install the Wireless LAN unit. d Secure the wireless LAN unit cover in place with the screw. Connecting ...

e Close the air filter cover. Attaching the Cable Cover By attaching the cable cover, you can hide the connected cables giving anice, clean finish to the projector installation. (The illustrations are of aprojector installed on a ceiling.) Attaching a Bundle the cables together with a commercially a...

Basic Usage This chapter explains how to project and adjust images.

Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image (Source Search) Press the [Search] button on the remote control or the [Source Search]button on the control panel to project images from the port currentlyreceiving an image. Using the r emote contr ol Using the contr ol panel When tw...

Switching to the Target Image by Remote Control You can change directly to the target image by pressing the followingbuttons on the remote control. The input ports for each button are shown below. R emote contr ol I nput P or t E Changes to images from a computer connected via the network. See the f...

Correcting Distortion in the Projected Image You can correct keystone distortion in projected images using one of thefollowing methods. • H/V-KeystoneManually correct distortion in the horizontal and vertical directionsindependently. s "H/V-Keystone" p.40 • Quick CornerManually correct the f...

c Select H/V-Keystone , and then press the [ ] button. If the message "If this setting is changed, the image may bedistorted." is displayed, press the [ ] button. d Use the [ ][ ] buttons to select the correction method, and then use the [ ][ ] buttons to make the corrections. V-Keystone H-K...

a If the [Esc] button is pressed for at least 2 seconds, the confirmdefault reset screen is displayed. Select Yes to reset the result of Quick Corner corrections. e Use the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to correct the position of the corner. When you press the [ ] button, the screen shown in step 4...

If the triangle in the direction you are adjusting the shape turns gray,as shown in the screenshot below, you cannot adjust the shape anyfurther in that direction. f Press the [Esc] button to return to the previous screen. g Repeat procedures from 4 to 6 as needed to adjust any remainingparts. h Whe...

Each time you press the [Color Mode] button, the Color Mode name isdisplayed on the screen and the Color Mode changes. R emote contr ol a You can set Color Mode from the Configuration menu. s Image - Color Mode p.74 Projecting 3D images(EB-4955WU/EB-4950WU/EB-4855WU/EB-4850WU only) By using two proj...

Changing methods Each time you press the [Aspect] button on the remote control, the aspectmode name is displayed on the screen and the aspect ratio changes. R emote contr ol Aspect Mode Ex planation Auto Projects in an appropriate aspect ratio based oninformation from the signal being input. Nor mal...

Aspect R atio of I nput Signal 16: 10 16: 9 4: 3 Native * * Only computer images and images from the HDMI port. The image may differdepending on the resolution of the input signal. Screen type setting: 16:9 Aspect R atio of I nput Signal 16: 10 16: 9 4: 3 Auto or Normal Full Zoom Native * * The imag...

Gamma Adjustment Adjusts differences in the coloring for the projected image that occursdepending on the connected device. Make settings from the configuration menu. s Image - Advanced - Gamma p.74 Select and adjust the correction value s Image - Advanced - Gamma p.74 When a smaller value is selecte...

Adjust using the gamma adjustment graph s Image - Advanced - Gamma - Customized - Adjust it from the graph p.74 Adjust while looking at the gamma adjustment graph. Correcting the Color Difference when Projecting from Multiple Projectors When multiple projectors are lined up and projecting images, yo...

Adjustment Level : There are five levels from white, gray, and up to black. Adjust each level individually. Brightness Correct. : Adjust from black to white for each color tone. Color Correct. (G/R) : Adjust the color tone for green and red. Color Correct. (B/Y) : Adjust the color tone for blue and ...

Useful Functions This chapter explains useful tips for giving presentations, and the Security functions.

Projecting Two Images Simultaneously (Split Screen) You can simultaneously project images from two sources on the right andleft of the screen. a • The following input source combinations cannot be projected usingthe split screen function.Computer - BNC, S-Video - VideoAlso, when using EB-4955WU/EB-4...

d Select each input source for Left and Right . a You can perform the same operations using the followingprocedure. s "Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image (Source Search)" p.38 s "Switching to the Target Image by Remote Control" p.39 e Select Execute , a...

The projected images will appear as shown below after setting the screensize. Equal Larger Left Larger Right a • You cannot enlarge both the left screen and right screen images atthe same time. • When one image is enlarged, the other image is reduced. • Depending on the video signals that are input,...

c Enlarge. R emote contr ol [ z ] button: Expands the area each time it is pressed. You can expand quickly byholding the button down.[ x ] button: Reduces images that have been enlarged.[Esc] button: Cancels E-Zoom. a During enlarged projection, press the [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] buttons to scroll the ...

The settings for the image currently displayed are saved as a memory,allowing you to load them when necessary. Settings for the following menuitems are saved in the memory. T op Menu S ubmenu Image All setting items Signal 3D SetupProgressiveNoise ReductionMosquito NRVideo RangeOverscanImage Process...

You can schedule turning the projector power on/off and switching theinput source, as events in the schedule. Registered events are executedautomatically at the specified time on the specified dates or weekly. Warning Do not place flammable objects in front of the lens. If you set the schedule totur...

e Select Save , and then press the [ ] button. To register additional schedules, repeat steps 3 to 5. f Select Setup complete , and then select Yes to finish saving. a A calendar is displayed on the Schedule Settings screen (the screen in step 3). The indicator turns on when an event is saved. ( : o...

The projector has the following enhanced security functions. • Password ProtectionYou can limit who can use the projector. • Control Panel Lock/Remote Control Button LockYou can prevent people changing the settings on the projector withoutpermission. s "Restricting Operation" p.67 • Anti-The...

a If Password Protection is already activated, you must enter thepassword.If the password is entered correctly, the Password Protectionsetting menu is displayed. s "Entering the Password" p.66 b Select the type of Password Protect you want to set, and thenpress the [ ] button. c Select On , ...

Attention • If an incorrect password is entered three times in succession, the message"The projector's operation will be locked." is displayed for approximately fiveminutes, and then the projector switches to standby mode. If this happens,disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet ...

a You can release the control panel lock by one of the followingtwo methods. • Use the remote control to set Control Panel Lock to Off from the configuration menu. s Settings - Control Panel Lock p.77 • Press and hold down the [ ] button on the control panel for about seven seconds, a message is dis...

Installing the wire lock Pass an anti-theft wire lock through the installation point. See the documentation supplied with the wire lock for locking instructions. Security Functions 69

Configuration Menu This chapter explains how to use the Configuration menu and its functions.

This section explains how to use the Configuration menu. Although steps are explained using the remote control as an example, youcan perform the same operations from the control panel. Check the guideunder the menu for the available buttons and their operations. a Display the Configuration menu scre...

Configuration Menu Table Settable items vary depending on the model being used and the imagesignal and source being projected. T op Menu Name S ubmenu Name I tems or S etting V alues Image menu s p.74 Color Mode Dynamic, Presentation, Theatre,Photo, Sports, sRGB, DICOMSIM, Multi-Projection, 3DDynami...

T op Menu Name S ubmenu Name I tems or S etting V alues Projection Front, Front/Ceiling, Rear, andRear/Ceiling Operation Direct Power On, Sleep Mode,Sleep Mode Timer, A/V MuteTimer, High Altitude Mode,Remote Control Type, InvDirection Button, Startup SourceSearch, A/V Mute Release, Beep,and Date &am...

T op Menu Name S ubmenu Name I tems or Setting V alues Authentication Type Open and Shared Passphrase - Wired LAN menu s p.87 IP Settings DHCP, IP Address,Subnet Mask, andGateway Address IP Address Display On and Off Mail menu Mail Notification On and Off SMTP Server - Port Number - Address 1 Settin...

S ubmenu Function T int (Adjustment is possible when a component video signal is beinginput. If a composite video signal is input, adjustment is onlypossible when NTSC signals are being input.)You can adjust the image tint. Shar pness Standard : You can adjust the image sharpness. To make more- deta...

S ubmenu Function Ov er scan (This setting can only be adjusted when a component videosignal is being input.)Changes the output image ratio (the range of the projectedimage). You can set the cropping range to 4% or 8% . When set to Auto , this is automatically adjusted according to the input signal....

S ubmenu Function Contr ol P anelLock You can use this to restrict operation of the projector'scontrol panel. s "Control Panel Lock" p.67 P ower Con-sumption When set to Normal , the lamp is at its brightest. When set to Temp Interlock , if the surrounding temperature * gets too high, the la...

S ubmenu Function A/V Setti ngs A/V Output : (This item can be set only if Standby Mode is set to Communication On ) Set this to Always On when the projector is in standby status and you want to output audioand images to an external device. Monitor Out : Select the image source output to an external...

s "Setting Password Protection" p.65 S ubmenu Function Net. I nf o. - Wir e-less LA N Displays the following network setting status information. • Connection Mode • Antenna Level • Projector Name • SSID • DHCP • IP Address • Subnet Mask • Gateway Address • MAC Address • Region Code Net. I nf...

Soft keyboard operations The Network menu contains items that require input of alphanumericsduring setup. In this case, the following software keyboard is displayed. Usethe [ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons to move the cursor to the desired key, and then press the [ ] button to enter the selected character. Ente...

S ubmenu Function P JLink Passwor d Set a password to use when you access the projector usingcompatible PJLink software.You can enter up to 32 single-byte alphanumeric characters.(Symbols cannot be used.) s "About PJLink" p.132 Web Contr olP asswor d Set a password to use Web Remote. You can...

S ubmenu Function SS I D Auto Set-ting If Connection Mode is set to Quick , when you set this to On , you can search for the projector more quickly from among multipleprojectors. SSID is set automatically.When connecting to multiple projectors from 1 computer inQuick, set this to Off , and set the s...

S ubmenu Function P assphr ase Enter the passphrase. You can enter at least 8 and up to 63 single-byte alphanumeric characters. When the passphrase is enteredand the [ ] button is pressed, the value is set and displayed as an asterisk ( * ). When using it with EasyMP Network Projection, you do notne...

S ubmenu Function IP S etti ngs DHCP : You can set whether or not ( On / Off ) to use DHCP g . If this is set to On , you cannot set any more addresses. IP Address : You can input the IP address g assigned to the projector.You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of the address.However, th...

S ubmenu Function Addr ess 1 Set-ting/Addr ess 2Setting/Addr ess3 S etting Enter the destination email addresses to which to send thenotification email, and select the problems or warnings you wantto be notified about. You can register up to three destinations.You can enter up to 64 single-byte alph...

S ubmenu Function Cr estr on R oom-V iew Set this to On only when monitoring or controlling the projector over the network using Crestron RoomView ® . Otherwise, set this to Off . s "About Crestron RoomView ® " p.132 Changes in projector settings take effect upon restarting.When this is set ...

Reset Menu S ubmenu Function R eset All You can reset all items in the Configuration menu to their defaultsettings.The following items are not reset to their defaults: Input Signal , User's Logo , all items for Network menus, Lamp Hours , Language , Password , Multi-screen , Date & Time , Panel ...

Troubleshooting This chapter explains how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.

If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help screen is displayed to assistyou by pressing the Help button. You can solve problems by answering thequestions. a Press the [Help] button. The Help screen is displayed. R emote contr ol b Select a menu item. R emote contr ol c Confirm the selection. R...

If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators" below. See the following if the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be. s "When the Indicators Provide No Help" p.99 Reading the Indicators T...

When the Indicators Provide No Help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer asolution, refer to the pages given for each problem. Problems Relating to Images • No images appear Projection does not start, the projection area is completely black,or the projection area is...

Problems Relating to Images No images appear Check R emedy Did you press the [ ] button on the remote control or the [ t ] button on the control panel? Press the [ ] button on the remote control or the [ t ] button on the control panel to turn on the projector. Are the indicators switched off? The p...

Check R emedy Is the correct resolution selected?(Only when projecting computer images) Set the computer so that the signals being output are compatible with the projector. s "Supported Monitor Displays" p.144 s Computer's documentation Is the image direction correct? Make the correct settin...

Images appear dark Check R emedy Is the image brightness set correctly? Check the Brightness and Power Consumption settings from the Configuration menu. s Image - Brightness p.74 s Settings - Power Consumption p.77 Is the contrast g adjusted correctly? Adjust the Contrast setting from the Configurat...

Check R emedy Is the Control Panel Lock set to Full Lock ? Press the [ ] button on the remote control. If you do not want to use Control Panel Lock , change the setting to Off . s "Control Panel Lock" p.67 Is the correct setting for the remote receiver selected? Check the Remote Receiver fro...

Check R emedy Is the correct audio input selected? Check the Audio Settings from the configuration menu. s Extended - A/V Settings - Audio Settings p.78 The remote control does not work Check R emedy Is the remote control light-emitting area pointing towards theremote receiver on the projector durin...

"The battery that saves your clock settings is running low." is displayed Check R emedy The internal power supply that saves your clock settings isrunning low. Contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. s Epson Projector Contact List Cannot...

Check the numbers and then apply the following countermeasures. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact your network administrator, or contact your localdealer or the nearest address provided in the Epson Projector Contact List. s Epson Projector Contact List Ev ent ID Cause R emedy 04320435 Fail...

Maintenance This chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector for a long time to come.

You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality ofprojected images starts to deteriorate. Caution When cleaning, unplug the power cable from the electric outlet. Otherwise, itcould cause an electric shock. Cleaning the Projector's Surface Clean the projector's surface by wiping ...

This section explains how to replace the lamp and the air filter. Replacing the Lamp Lamp replacement period It is time to replace the lamp when: • The following message is displayed."It is time to replace your lamp. Please contact your Epson projectorreseller or visit www.epson.com to purchase....

Attention • Make sure you install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, thepower turns off automatically as a safety precaution. If the lamp or the lampcover is not installed correctly, the power does not turn on. • This product includes a lamp component that contains mercury (Hg). Please...

There are many glass parts and precision components inside the projector.To prevent damage due to impacts when transporting, handle the projectoras follows. Moving Nearby Check the following points, and move the projector carefully. • Turn off the power to the projector and disconnect all cables. • ...

Panel Alignment Adjusts the pixel color shift for the LCD panel. You can adjust the pixelshorizontally and vertically by 0.25 pixels within a range of ±1 pixel. a • Image quality may decline after performing LCD alignment. • Images for pixels that extend beyond the edge of the projectedscreen are no...

(2) Select a combination of R (red), G (green), and B (blue) for the grid color. R/G/B : Displays a combination all three colors; red, green and blue. The actual color of the grid is white. R/G : This is available when R is selected from Select Color . Displays a combination of two colors; red and g...

Using the Quick Wireless Connection USB Key Connect the optional Quick Wireless Connection USB Key to the wirelessLAN unit installation section. Check the following points when connectinga computer to the projector using wireless LAN. • The wireless LAN unit (ELPAP07) is connected to the projector. ...

About EasyMP Monitor EasyMP Monitor lets you carry out operations such as checking the statusof multiple Epson projectors that are connected to a network at a computermonitor, and controlling the projectors from the computer. You can download EasyMP Monitor from the following Web site. http://www.ep...

a If your Web browser is set up to connect via a proxy server, the WebControl screen cannot be displayed. To display Web Control, you needto make settings so that a proxy server is not used for a connection. a Start the Web browser on the computer. b Enter the IP address of the projector in the addr...

• Lamp timer failure • Lamp out • Internal temperature error • High-speed cooling in progress • Lamp replacement notification • Low Air Flow (Low Air Flow) • Low Air Flow Error (Filter Airflow Error) • No-signalNo Signal is input to the projector. Check the connection status or checkthat the power f...

A [ ] button Turns the projector on. B Change input buttons s "Switching to the Target Image by Remote Control" p.39 C [Fr eeze] button s "Freezing the Image (Freeze)" p.57 D [A/V Mute] button s "Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)" p.56 E [P age] buttons s "...

I tem Comma nd A/V Mute On/Of f On MUTE ON Off MUTE OFF Add a Carriage Return (CR) code (0Dh) to the end of each command andtransmit. For more details, contact your local dealer or the nearest address providedin the Epson Projector Contact List. s Epson Projector Contact List Cable layouts Serial co...

About PJLink PJLink Class1 was established by the JBMIA (Japan Business Machine andInformation System Industries Association) as a standard protocol forcontrolling network-compatible projector's as part of their efforts tostandardize projector control protocols. The projector complies with the PJLin...

• Monitoring and control with application software You can use Crestron RoomView ® Express or Crestron RoomView ® Server Edition provided by Creston ® to monitor devices in the system, to communicate with the help desk, and to send emergency messages. Seethe following Web site for details. http://ww...

B utton Function A/V Mute Turns the video and audio on or off. s "Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)" p.56 B Switch to the image from the selected input source. To display input sources thatare not shown in Source List, click (a) or (b) to scroll up or down. The currentvideo s...

The following optional accessories and consumables are available. Pleasepurchase these products as and when needed. The following list of optionalaccessories and consumables is current as of: April 2013. Details ofaccessories are subject to change without notice and availability may varydepending on...

Projection Distance (For EB-4955WU/EB-4950WU/EB-4855WU/EB-4850WU) A Projection distance B is the distance from the center of the lens to the base of the screen. Thischanges depending on the setting for vertical lens shift. C Center of lens Unit: cm 4: 3 S cr een Size A B Minimum (Wide) to Max imum (...

Supported Resolutions Computer signals (analog RGB) S ignal R ef r esh R ate (Hz) R esolution (Dots) VGA 60/72/75/85 640x480 SVGA 56/60/72/75/85 800x600 XGA 60/70/75/85 1024x768 WXGA 60 1280x768 60 1366x768 60/75/85 1280x800 WXGA+ 60/75/85 1440x900 WXGA++ 60 1600x900 SXGA 70/75/85 1152x864 60/75/85 ...

Projector General Specifications P r oduct na me EB-4955WU EB-4950WU EB-4855WU EB-4850WU EB-4750W EB-4650 EB-4550 Dimensions 472 (W) x 134 (H) x 320 (D) mm (not including raised section) LCD pa nel siz e 0.76" Wide 0.59" Wide 0.63" Displa y method Polysilicon TFT active matrix R esolutio...

A Center of lens B Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point Units: mm Appearance 150

This section briefly explains the difficult terms that are not explained in the text of this guide. For details, refer to other commercially available publications. Ad hoc mode A method of wireless LAN connection that communicates with wireless LAN clients without using an access point. AMX Dev ice ...

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3 3D Setup ........................................................ 76 A A/V Mute ................................................ 11, 56A/V Settings ................................................. 81Abs. Color Temp. ........................................ 75Air exhaust vent ........................