Epson EMP-8150 - Manual

Contents- 5 Using the EasyMP.net Software 77 Introduction of EasyMP.net Software 77 Presentation support software ........................................... 77EasyMP.net PC applications .............................................. 78 Installation 79 Operating Environment ............................

6- Contents Maintenance 94 Cleaning the projector, Cleaning the lens, Cleaning the Air Filter 94 Cleaning the projector ........................................................ 95Cleaning the lens ............................................................... 95Cleaning the Air Filter ................

Using this manual - 7 ■ ■ ■ ■ Using this manual Symbol displays A variety of picture 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. Expl...

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 ne...

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 dam-aged, or causing injury. ● Never place the projector on unstable surfaces, such as wobbly tables or slanted surfaces. Failure to obser...

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, lead-ing 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...

Parts, Names and Operations - 15 ● Operation Panel 1 [Help] button (see page 53) Displays the methods of solving problems. Press this button when trouble occurs. 2 [Video] button (see page 43) Switches the images between video images (Video), S video (S-Video) and component video (BNC (YCbCr)). 3 [M...

Parts, Names and Operations - 17 ● EasyMP.net board 1. Network Connector Connects the projector to a network. 2. PCMCIA Card Slot For the insertion of memory cards. 3. USB Port Used for connecting the USB mouse, USB keyboards and USB tablets, etc. Point Refer to the “EasyMP.net User’s Guide” for det...

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.Light will not be emitted when the batteries are getting low or when the [R/C ...

Parts, Names and Operations - 19 10 [Enter] button (see page 36, 66) · Sets the menu item when pressed, and then moves onto the lower stage. Becomes a cur- sor key to select the menu items when moved up, down, left or right. · This function operates with a left-hand click on the mouse when computer ...

20 - Par ts, Names and Operations 10 [Resize] button (see page 56) Switches between the window display and the resizing display when computer images are being projected. Switches the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9 when video images are being projected.An application list will be displayed when Ea...

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 projected images from the front with a ceiling suspended projector Use the optional ceiling suspension unit and set the ceiling suspension parameter to [ON]. (see page 72) Viewing images projected onto half-transparent screens from the rear. · Set the rear paramet...

26 - 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 from...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 27 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. ...

28 - 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 1024 × 640 640 × 400 VGACGA 640 × 400 1024 × 640 640 × 400 VGAEGA 640 × 350 1024 ...

Connecting the projector to a computer - 29 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...

30 - Connecting the projector to a 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 depending on the stand of the computer’s por t. Refer to the computer instructi...

32 - 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 - 33 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...

34 - 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 - 35 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 - 37 ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 proj...

Connecting the video equipment - 39 In the case of the digital tuner's D output port · Connect the digital tuners to the projector ’s Computer 2/Component Video- BNC port with the optional D port cable (ELPKC23). · Connect the supplied RCA Audio Cable (Red/White) to the S-Audio/Audio2 Port if the so...

40 - Connecting the video equipment In the case of RGB image signals · Connect the projector ’s Computer 2/Component Video- 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 i...

Projection - 41 Projecting This section provides explanations on starting and ending projection, and on the basic functions for adjusting projected images. ■ ■ ■ ■ Projection Images can be projected after all connections have been completed. Preparations 1 Connect the projector to a computer and vid...

42 - Projection 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...

Ending - 45 ■ ■ ■ ■ Ending End projection in accordance with the following procedure. 1 Swith off the power supply to 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 wi...

Adjusting the projection position - 47 ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 ...

48 - 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 56) and an E-Zoom function for enlarging cer tain areas (see page 58) are also available....

Adjusting the projection size - 49 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. Keystone correction can be adjusted 30 degrees upwards (64 stages) and 3...

50 - Picture Quality Adjustment ■ ■ ■ ■ 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...

Picture Quality Adjustment - 51 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...

52 - Introduction of Functions ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 problems when trouble o...

Useful Functions - 53 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 divided into separate sections and explaine...

Projection Cutting - 55 ■ ■ ■ ■ 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. To r...

56 - Switching Image Sizes ■ ■ ■ ■ 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...

Switching Image Sizes - 57 Point · The size will not be switched if the display resolution of the liquid crystal is the same as the entered resolution (1024 x 768 dots). · A cer tain por tion of the image will not be displayed if the entered resolution is larger than the display resolution of the li...

Effect Function - 59 ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 69) Cursor/Stamp Imprints a stamp on the image. 1 Press the [1] button. The selection will switch between ...

60 - 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 effect function will be cancelled and the cursor will disappear when the [Esc] button is pressed prior to setting the ...

Effect Function - 61 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...

62 - P in P Function ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 ma...

Volume Adjustment - 63 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...

64 - Menu Configuration ■ ■ ■ ■ 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...

66 - 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 - 67 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...

68 - 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 adjustment screen displayed. Depends on the connection signals Tracking Adjusts vert...

Menu Operations - 69 Video Smooth Motion Images, etc., will move smoothly when seen after this has been set at [ON]. Set this at [OFF] if the colors appear to flicker. ON Video Signal Sets the video signal method.Press the [Enter] button and select the required setting from the video signal method s...

Menu Operations - 71 Setting Sleep Mode Sets the energy-saving function for when no image signals 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 o...

Menu Operations - 73 Image capture The image currently being displayed will be saved onto the memory card. 1 Displays the images that are to be captured. 2 Press the [Menu] button and then select [Capture] - [Image Capture]. A confirmation screen will be displayed. 3 Select [Yes] and then press the ...

Menu Operations - 75 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] - [User Logo Capture]. The confirmation screen will be displayed. 3 Select [Yes] and t...

Introduction of EasyMP.net Software - 77 Using the EasyMP.net Software This section provides explanations on the operations required for installing the optional EasyMP.net Software and EMP link V. ■ ■ ■ ■ Introduction of EasyMP.net Software The EasyMP.net PC applications and EMP Link V presentation ...

78 - Introduction of EasyMP.net Software EasyMP.net PC applications ● EMP File It is possible to control the files saved onto the projector's memory card remotely from a com-puter. ● EMP Tablet It is possible to operate the cursor and execute functions remotely with the computer mouse when EasyMP.ne...

Installation - 79 ■ ■ ■ ■ Installation This section explains how to install the EasyMP.net Software. Four types of software (EMP Scenario, EMP Tablet, EMP File Utility and EMP Link V) and the PDF users' guide for EMP Link V will be installed simultaneously when the installation procedure is executed...

80 - 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 users' guide will be installed onto the personal computer together with the software in ...

Installation - 81 ● 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...

82 - Computer Connections ■ ■ ■ ■ 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...

Computer Connections - 83 ● 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...

Troubleshooting - 85 Lamp Indicator Blinking in Green Warm-up in progress (Not an error)· Wait for a moment.· The amount of time required for the warm-up procedure is approximately 30 seconds. · The green lamp will stop blinking and become illuminated once the warm-up procedure has been completed. 4...

86 - Troubleshooting 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...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 87 ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 87 · No sound page 92 · The image is out of focus page 89 · The remote control won’...

88 - 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 27 ● Check to ensure that the mode supports the frequency of the image signa...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 89 The image is out of focus · The screen is blurred. · Focus can only be attained in certain areas. ● Has the focus been set correctly? see page 50 ● Has the projection angle been increased by adjusting the feet? There are cases where the vertical focus is diff...

90 - When the Indicators Provide No Help The image is distorted · The image is disturbed. · Noise appears ● Has the cable been connected correctly? see page 27, 37 ● Is the selected resolution correct? Align the computer with the signals supported by the projector. Refer to the computer ’s instructi...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 91 The image color is bad The image is dark ● Has the image brightness been correctly adjusted? see page 68 ● Have the cables been connected correctly? see page 27, 37 ● Has the contrast been correctly adjusted? see page 68 ● Has the color setting been correctly...

92 - When the Indicators Provide No Help No sound The remote control won’t work ● Has the sound input been connected correctly? see page 33, 37 ● Has the image for which sound is required been selected? see page 43 ● Is sound being emitted from connected equipment? Confirm the sound from connected e...

When the Indicators Provide No Help - 93 The projector will not switch off (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 dea...

94 - Cleaning the projector, Cleaning the lens, Cleaning the Air Filter 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...

96 - 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 surrounding temperature. 2 Remove the ...

Replacing the lamp - 97 ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 qualit...

98 - 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, ...

Replacing the lamp - 99 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...

100 - Optional Parts 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 you...

Terminology - 101 ■ ■ ■ ■ 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 [...

Specifications - 103 ■ ■ ■ ■ Specifications Product Name Multi-Media Projector Model EMP-8150/8150NL External Dimensions Width 303 × Height 179 × 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 M...

104 - 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 - 105 ● 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 - 107 ■ ■ ■ ■ 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...

110 - World-Wide Warranty Terms <SOUTH AMERICA> <ASIA & OCEANIA> ARGENTINA : Epson Argentina S.A. Avenida Belgrano 964/970 (1192), Buenos AiresTel: (54 11) 4346-0300Web Address:http://www.epson.com.ar CHILE : Epson Chile S.A. La Concepcion 322Providencia, SantiagoTel: (562) 236-2543W...

Index - 111 ■ ■ ■ ■ Index Numerics 13w3 30 5BNC 29 , 31 A A/V Mute 70 A/V Mute button 15 , 18 A/V Mute Function 55 About 72 Adjusting the Projection Position 47 Adjusting the projection size 48 adjustment values 51 Advance settings menu 65 Advanced 71 , 72 Air Filter (suction inlet) 14 All reset men...

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 E...

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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