Epson EH-R2000- User Manual

3 Table of Contents Ba si c ope rat io n Ap pend ix T roub lesh oot in g Ima g e Qua lity Adjustments In st al lin g t h e pr oject or Conf igura tion Me n u Ad v a nced Func tion s Configuration Menu ■ Configuration Menu Functions................. 30 Using the configuration menus .....................

4 Features of the Projector "x.v.Color" mode realizes more natural color reproduction Image appearance can be selected to match the projection environment (Color Mode) The optimum images for the location can be projected simply by selecting the desired color mode from the following five pres...

5 Features of the Projector In addition to the preset color modes, you can easily adjust absolute color temperature and skin tones. Further, you can adjust gamma, the offset and gain for RGB colors, and the hue, saturation, and brightness of RGBCMY colors, to create colors that match the image. The ...

6 Part Names and Functions Front / Top Control panel Buttons with no explanation function in the same way as the corresponding buttons on the remotecontrol. Refer to "Remote control" for further details on these buttons. • Air inlet (air filter) p.65, 69 This draws in air for cooling the ins...

8 Part Names and Functions Rear The illustrations used here are of EH-R4000. Base • [LAN] port (EH-R4000 only) Connects a LAN cable. p.51 HDMI cable clamp(included) • [HDMI1] input port* p.12 Connects to an HDMI TM -compatible video source or to a computer. • [HDMI2] input port* p.12 Connects to an ...

9 Appearance Center of lens * Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point Units: mm Center of lens

10 Setting up Adjusting the projection size Adjusting the projection size Lens shift adjustment When the projector is further away from the screen, the projection image size is larger.While referring to the table below, position the projector so that the images are projected onto the screen at the o...

11 Setting up Installing the Pr ojector Projection methods * When suspending the projector from a ceiling, change the configuration menu settings. p.42 When projecting from a ceiling * If you place the projector off to the side, aim it straight ahead (rather than at the center of the screen), then u...

12 Connecting Image Sources The illustrations used here are of EH-R4000. • Turn the power off for both the projector and the signal source before connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of connection, damage may result. • Check the shapes of the cable connectors and the dev...

13 Installing the Pr ojector Preparing the Remote Control Inserting batteries into the remote control Using the remote control ■ Operating range (horizontal) ■ Operating range (vertical) If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it does not operateafter it has been used for s...

14 Starting and Stopping Projection Turning the power on and projecting images TIP If you set the "Direct Power On" to "On", the power of the unit will turn on when the main power switch is turned on, without having to press the power button of the remote control or the projector's c...

15 Starting and Stopping Projection Basic Operations When the expected images are not projected Turning the power off When the expected images are not projected Turning the power off The projector will switch to standby mode when M or A is pressed. To completely turn off the power for the projector,...

16 Adjusting the Projection Screen Focus, zoom and image position can be adjusted electronically. The following describes how to adjust these settings using the remote control. The settings can also be adjusted using the projector's control panel. Focus adjustment Projection size adjustment (Zoom ad...

17 Adjusting the Projection Screen Basic Operations Adjusting the tilt of the projector Displaying a test pattern Adjusting the tilt of the projector Displaying a test pattern Adjusting the tilt of the projector Displaying a test pattern V × 9% Extend Extend Retract Retract When an image from the pr...

18 Basic Image Quality Adjustments Selecting the color mode Selecting the color mode Selecting the aspect Select Menu Operations Use w y to select an item. Press v to confirm the selection. *If you press l , the Select menu disappears. : For projecting the brightest and clearest images. : For projec...

19 Basic Image Quality Adjustments Ima g e Quali ty Adjustments Selecting the aspect If you project an image that is compressed, enlarged or separated using the aspect function in public places such as a store or hotel for the purposes of profit-making or public display, it may result in infringing ...

21 Ima g e Quali ty Adjustments Advanced Color Adjustments You can select "Image" - "Sharpness" or "Advanced" to adjust the images according to your own preferences. The adjustment screen for "RGBCMY" can be displayed on the screen directly by pressing the correspondi...

22 Advanced Color Adjustments Gamma adjustment Adjusting from the gamma correction values Customized ("Adjust it from the image") Customized ("Adjust it from the graph") Use w   y   z x to move the gamma icon to the place where you want to adjust the brightness, and then press v to c...

23 Advanced Color Adjustments Ima g e Quali ty Adjustments RGB adjustment (Offset, Gain) Selecting the color gamut RGB adjustment (Offset, Gain) Press k and then select "Image" - "Advanced" - "RGB" in that order and confirm the selection. Use w y to select an item, and use z ...

24 Examining Image Quality Further In addition to color adjustments, adjustments to advanced sharpness and the amount of light from the lamp can also be made to match the image in search of the best picture. Sharpness (Advanced) adjustment Auto Iris (automatic aperture) setting Sharpness (Advanced) ...

25 Examining Image Quality Further Ima g e Quali ty Adjustments Super-resolution Lens Iris Super-resolution Press q . Press z x to adjust. Press k to exit. Blurred edges or portions of images caused by upscaling images, such as images of SD source, to panel resolution (1080p) can be sharpened with t...

26 Viewing Images at a Preset Image Quality (Memory Function) After using a subset of "Signal" and "Image" in the configuration menu to adjust the projected images, the adjusted values can then be saved (Save Memory).In addition, the saved data can be retrieved easily, so that you ca...

27 Viewing Images at a Preset Image Quality (Memory Function) Ima g e Quali ty Adjustments Rename Memory TIP The color mode selected when the memory was registered is displayed on the right side. Some settings retrieved from memory may not be applied to the images depending on the input signal. This...

28 Projecting Images at a Preset Lens Position The Focus, zoom and lens shift adjustment results can be stored as a setting file in the memory of projector. (Save Lens Position) The stored settings can be loaded easily, so that you can enjoy watching images without adjusting the focus, zoom, and len...

29 Projecting Images at a Preset Lens Position Ima g e Quali ty Adjustments The stored settings can be erased. Press k and select "Memory" - "Erase Lens Position". The Erase Lens Position screen will be displayed. Select the lens position to be erased. A confirmation message will be ...

30 Configuration Menu Functions The configuration menus can be used to make a variety of adjustments and settings involving image quality and input signals. The following describes how to make these settings using the remote control. The settings can also be adjusted using the projector's control pa...

31 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration M e n u Changing settings Example: If you press v when an item with next to it is selected, the selection screen for that item will be displayed. To return to a previous display, press l . When setting is complete Press k . Use z or x to adjust values. U...

41 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration M e n u This reduces the noise which can be generated around the edges of images when projecting MPEGimages. Three modes are available. Select your preferred mode. Set to "On" to reduce block noise which can occur when projecting MPEG images whic...

42 Configuration Menu Functions "Settings" menu When this is set to "On", the "Focus", "Zoom" and "Lens Shift" settings will be locked at their currentsettings. If you press i , h or g when "Lens Lock" is "On", will be displayed on the screen. ...

43 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration M e n u This sets the trigger out function which communicates information such as the power on status of theprojector to external equipment.If you change the setting, the new setting will take effect after the power has been turned off and the cool-down ...

45 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration M e n u "Network" menu (EH-R4000 only) You can check the setting status for each network. Displays the projector name used to identify the projector when connected to a Network. Shows whether DHCP is in use (On) or not in use (Off). Shows the IP ...

46 Configuration Menu Functions You can input the IP address for the gateway for the projector. You can enter a number from 0 to 255 ineach field of the address. However, the following gateway addresses cannot be used.0.x.x.x, 127.x.x.x, 224.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 (where x is a number from 0 to 25...

47 Configuration Menu Functions Configuration M e n u Soft keyboard operations The Network menu contains items that require input of alphanumerics during setup. In this case,the following software keyboard is displayed. Use w y z x or K to move the cursor to the desired key, and then press v to ente...

48 Using the HDMI Link HDMI-CEC compatible audio-video devices connected to the HDMI ports of the projector can becontrolled from one remote control; such as turning on the projector and the devices at one time, oradjusting the volume of the amplifier using the projector's remote control.Even if the...

49 Using the HDMI Link Ad v a nced Funct ions ■ Power On Link (PJ -> Device) When the projector is turned on, the connected devices are also turned on.If you have connected multiple devices other than an amplifier, the power for the last-used device isturned on. ■ Power Off Link (PJ -> Device)...

50 Using the HDMI Link ■ AV amplifier volume adjustment / Control of connected devices You can adjust the volume of the amplifier, mute audio, or perform other operations using the f e c \ v l keys. If you have connected multiple amplifiers or devices, a device first recognized is operated. To contr...

51 Ad v a nced Funct ions Operating from a Computer (EH-R4000 Only) Changing Settings Using a Web Browser (Web Control) You can set up and control the projector from a computer by using the Web browser of a computerthat is connected to the projector via a network. Setup and control operations can be...

52 Operating from a Computer (EH-R4000 Only) Projector Setup You can set items that are usually set in the projector's Configuration Menu. The contents set arereflected in the Configuration Menu. There are also items that can only be set in the Web browser. Items in the Configuration menu that canno...

53 Operating from a Computer (EH-R4000 Only) Ad v a nced Funct ions Using the Mail Notification Function to Report Problems By setting the Mail Notification function from the projector's Configuration Menu, notificationmessages will be sent to the preset email addresses when a problem or warning occ...

54 Problem Solving Reading the indicators The projector indicates its status using the indicators. A and operation indicator light and flash, and lights and flashes red according to the current status.The following tables show what the indicators mean andhow to remedy the problems that they indicate...

55 Problem Solving T roub leshooting Indicator statuses in normal operation During normal operation, the indicator is off. : Lit : Flashing Lamp replacement warning It is time to replace the lamp. Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible. p.70 If you continue to use the projector without ...

56 Problem Solving When the indicators provide no help If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a solution, refer to the pagesgiven for each problem. ● No images appear p.57 Projection does not start, the projection area iscompletely black, the projection area iscomplet...

61 Problem Solving T roub leshooting ■ Images appear dark ■ Projection stops automatically Problems when projection starts ■ Power does not turn on Has the image brightness been adjusted correctly? Use the "Brightness" menu commands to make the adjustments. "Image" - "Brightness&...

62 Problem Solving Problems with the remote control ■ The remote control does not work Other problems ■ I want to change the language for messages and menus Network problems (EH-R4000 only) ■ Mail is not received even if a problem occurs in the projector Is the remote control light-emitting area fac...

64 Problem Solving Reading Problem Mail Notification Function When the Mail Notification function is set to On and a problem/warning occurs in the projector, thefollowing e-mail will be sent.Subject: EPSON Projector Line 1: The Projector Name where the problem has occurred Line 2: The IP Address set...

65 Appendix 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 todeteriorate. Cleaning the air filter If the air filter becomes bl...

66 Maintenance Tap the air filter four or five times with the surface facing downwards to shake off the dust. Hold the filter at the other side and tap it again toshake off the dust. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any remaining dust from the surface of the air filter. Install the air filter. Install...

68 Maintenance Consumable replacement periods Air filter replacement period • If the air filter has been broken or the "Replace" message is displayed even though the air filter has been cleaned. Replace with an optional air filter. Replacing the air filter p.69 Lamp replacement period • The ...

69 Maintenance Appendix Replacing consumables Replacing the air filter Do not touch the lamp cover soon after power-off or you may get burned because it is very hot. Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations.Frame material: PPFilter materials: PP, PET TIP 1 2 Pre...

70 Maintenance Replacing the lamp If the lamp stops working and needs to be replaced, there is the danger that the lamp may already be broken.If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed to the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is broken and handle it with extreme care...

72 Optional Accessories/Consumables The following optional accessories/consumables are available for purchase if required. This list of optional accessories/consumables is current as of: 2010.7. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. Varies depending on country of purchase. ■ O...

73 Appendix About PJLink PJLink Class1 was established by the JBMIA (Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association) as a standard protocol for controlling network-compatible projector's as part of their efforts to standardize projector control protocols. The projector complies...

74 List of Supported Monitor Displays Component Video Composite Video /S-Video Signal Refresh rate (Hz) Resolution (Dots) SDTV (480i) 60 720 × 480 SDTV(576i) 50 720 × 576 SDTV(480p) 60 720 × 480 SDTV(576p) 50 720 × 576 HDTV   (720p) 50/60 1280 × 720 HDTV(1080i) 50/60 1920 × 1080 HDTV(1080p) 50/60 19...

76 Specifications Product name EH-R4000 EH-R2000 Dimensions 440 (W) × 175 (H) × 370 (D) mm (not including feet and projection lens) Panel size 0.74 inch wide Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Resolution 2,073,600 pixels (1920 (W) × 1080 (H) dots) × 3 Scanning frequencies Digital Pixel clo...

77 Specifications Appendix * You can connect any HDMI or DVI-D compatible equipment. However, depending on the equipment, the projector may not project any image. This product is also designed for IT power distribution system with phase-to-phase voltage 230V. ■ Angle of tilt If you set the projector...

80 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 manual itself. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications. Aspect Ratio The ratio between an image's length an...

82 Index Abs. Color Temp . ............................................... 32, 35, 38Advanced ..................................................... 32, 35, 38, 40Air filter ............................................................................ 8Anamorphic Wide ....................................