Epson EX51- Manual

10 Welcome Using Your Documentation This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it: ■ Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. ■ Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. ■ ...

Welcome 11 Projector Parts Kensington lock port Control panel Ventilation slots Foot release lever Adjustable foot A/V mute slide (lens cover) Infrared receiver HDMI port Computer (Component Video) port Audio ports S-Video port Video port USB (TypeB) port USB (TypeA) port AC power inlet Lamp cover s...

Welcome 13 Projector Control Panel Power light Lamp and Temperature warning lights Source Search button (searches for connected video sources) Menu button (displays projector menus) Help button Enter button (selects menu items) Keystone button (corrects screen shape) Esc button (exits menu items) Wi...

14 Welcome Remote Control Power button Source Search and Source buttons (select image source) A/V Mute button (turns off image) Freeze button (stops image) Aspect button (changes screen size) Color Mode button (changes display mode) Num button (activates number buttons) Page Up/Down buttons (control...

Welcome 15 Projector Dimensions Use the dimensions below to guide you in placing or installing the projector. 3.11 in. (79 mm) 3.03 in. (77 mm) 11.61 in. (295 mm) 3.62 in. (92 mm) 1.57 in. (39.8 mm); center of lens to mounting bracket holes 3.66 in. (93 mm) 8.98 in. (228 mm) 9.59 in. (243.5 mm) 0.51...

16 Welcome Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a basic warranty that lets you project with confidence. For details, see the warranty brochure included with your projector. In addition, Epson offers free Extra Care SM Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you wo...

19 1 Setting Up the Projector T his chapter tells you how to unpack the projector and connect it to a notebook or desktop computer or to video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, or video camera. You can also connect the projector to a USB storage device or digital camera (EX51/EX71 only). Follow ...

20 Setting Up the Projector Unpacking the Projector After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all these parts: Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location. See page 87...

Setting Up the Projector 21 Additional Components Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need additional components: ■ To receive an HDMI signal from your video device, you’ll need an HDMI cable (EX51/EX71 only). One may be provided with your video equipment. ■ To receive a componen...

26 Setting Up the Projector EX71 (16:9 image) Projector Placement Options When projecting from the front, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely. The center of the lens should be about level with the bottom of the screen. If you place...

Setting Up the Projector 27 You can also install the projector in three other viewing setups: ceiling projection, rear projection onto a semi-transparent screen, or rear/ceiling projection. To project from overhead, you’ll need the optional ceiling mounting hardware (see page 16). You’ll also need t...

28 Setting Up the Projector Connecting to the USB Port You can connect a Windows Vista, XP, or Windows 2000 (SP4) computer to the projector’s TypeB (square) USB port and project your computer’s display. A USB 2.0 connection (recommended) provides better picture quality and response than USB 1.1. The...

30 Setting Up the Projector Connecting to the VGA Computer Port You can connect to the projector using the VGA computer cable that came with it (the monitor port on your computer must be a D-sub 15-pin port). 1. Connect one end of the VGA computer cable to the projector’s Computer (Component Video) ...

Setting Up the Projector 31 When you’ve finished making connections, see page 40 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image. Connecting to Video Equipment You can connect several video sources to the projector at the same time. B...

32 Setting Up the Projector Connecting an HDMI Video Source (EX51/EX71 only) For the best image and sound quality, connect your video equipment to the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port, if possible. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on your player and the HDMI connector on t...

Setting Up the Projector 33 Connecting a Composite Video Source 1. If your video cable has an RCA connector, connect it to the yellow video output connector on your player and the yellow Video port on the projector. 2. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 37 for instructions on ...

34 Setting Up the Projector Connecting an S-Video Source 1. Connect the S-Video cable to the S-Video connector on your player and the S-Video port on the projector. 2. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 37 for instructions on connecting an audio cable. When you’ve finished mak...

Setting Up the Projector 35 Connecting a Component Video Source If your video equipment has component video connectors (three connectors labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), you can purchase a component-to-VGA video cable from Epson (see page 16) or an electronics dealer. 1. Connect the component end...

36 Setting Up the Projector When you’ve finished making connections, see page 40 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image. Connecting an RGB Video Source You can connect to an RGB video source using the VGA computer cable provi...

Setting Up the Projector 37 When you’ve finished making connections, see page 40 for instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for instructions on displaying and adjusting the image. Playing Sound Through the Projector You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system. 1. Locate...

40 Setting Up the Projector If you are connected to another image source, press the USB button on the remote control to go to the Slideshow program. 5. See page 59 for instructions on controlling the slideshow. 6. When you’re finished, press Esc and select Exit to exit the Slideshow before turning o...

42 Setting Up the Projector The projector beeps once and the P power light flashes green as the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the P power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is ready for use. 4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 74. Using ...

Setting Up the Projector 43 Shutting Down the Projector This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you can press its P power button as described below, unplug it, or turn off a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t have to wait for the projector to coo...

46 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Selecting an Image Source You may need to select the image source if you have multiple image sources connected to the projector (such as a computer or DVD player). Selecting the image source lets you switch between images input from different pieces of connected...

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 47 Adjusting the Position of the Image If the image is too low on the screen, you can use the front adjustable foot to raise it. 1. Press the foot release lever up and lift the front of the projector. 2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the l...

48 Displaying and Adjusting the Image The EX51 and EX71 projectors include an Auto Keystone function that detects and corrects vertical keystone distortion. It takes about one second after the projector starts for the image to be corrected. If your image is still distorted, or you are using the EX31...

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 49 Focusing and Zooming the Image Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image. EX51/EX71: to enlarge or reduce the image, turn the zoom ring. EX31: to enlarge or reduce the image, press the Wide (enlarge) or Tele (reduce) button on the projector’s con...

50 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Selecting the Color Mode The Color Mode adjusts the brightness, contrast, and color for various common viewing environments. Use this setting to quickly obtain a good picture. Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to select an option. Press it until ...

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 51 Resizing Video Images You can resize your images by changing the aspect (width to height) ratio (depending on your input signal). Press the Aspect button on the remote control. Press the Aspect button repeatedly to cycle through the available options. Select fro...

54 Presenting With the Remote Control Using the Remote Control Make sure batteries are installed as described on page 86. Follow these tips for using the remote control: ■ Point the remote control at the front or back of the projector, or at the screen. ■ Stand within 19.7 feet (6 meters) of the pro...

Presenting With the Remote Control 55 You can also set the Lens Cover Timer setting to automatically turn off the projector after 30 minutes to protect the projector if the A/V Mute slide is closed for a long time. See page 70 for instructions. Stopping Action Press the Freeze button on the remote c...

56 Presenting With the Remote Control Controlling the Volume To change the volume on the projector, press the or button on the remote control. On the EX51/EX71 projector, you can also press the or button on the projector’s control panel You can also adjust the volume using the projector’s menu syste...

58 Presenting With the Remote Control Highlighting Your Presentation You can display a pointer to call out important information on the screen. If you want to customize the pointer tool, you can choose from three alternative shapes. Using the Pointer Tool 1. To activate the pointer tool, press the P...

Presenting With the Remote Control 59 Presenting a Slideshow (EX51/EX71 Only) You can use your projector’s Slideshow feature whenever you connect a USB device that contains .JPG image files. This lets you quickly and easily display individual images, or start a slideshow of all the images in a folde...

Presenting With the Remote Control 61 ■ To exit the slideshow, press Esc , select Exit , and press Enter . Selecting Slideshow Display Options To select slideshow options or add special effects, follow these steps: 1. Highlight Option at the bottom left corner of the slideshow screen and press Enter...

62 Presenting With the Remote Control 3. When you are finished, highlight OK at the bottom of the screen and press Enter . (Highlight Cancel and press Enter to cancel your changes.)

63 4 Fine-Tuning the Projector Y ou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features. This chapter covers the following information: ■ Using the menu system ■ Adjusting the image ■ Adjusting signal settings ■ Customizing projector features ■ Customizing power an...

64 Fine-Tuning the Projector Using the Menu System You can use the remote control or the projector’s control panel to access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps: 1. To display the menu screen, press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector. You see a menu screen simila...

Fine-Tuning the Projector 65 Restoring the Default Settings You can use the Reset option on any menu to restore the factory-default settings for the settings in that menu. To restore all the projector settings to their factory-default values, select the Reset menu, highlight Reset All , press Enter ...

Fine-Tuning the Projector 67 Adjusting Signal Settings Although the projector normally detects and optimizes the input signal automatically, you can use the Signal menu to make manual adjustments. In addition to changing the position of the projected image, you can correct tracking and sync for comp...

Fine-Tuning the Projector 69 Customizing Projector Features You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector, adjust audio volume, and customize several other features. ■ Keystone Adjusts the shape of the image if the projector has been tilted upward or downward. If you notice that...

70 Fine-Tuning the Projector ■ Volume Raises or lowers the volume of the projector’s speaker. ■ User Button Lets you create a shortcut to one of the following menu items: Power Consumption , Info , Progressive , Resolution . When you press the User button on the remote control, the assigned menu ite...

72 Fine-Tuning the Projector ■ Link 21L Select On to enable the projector to be monitored and controlled from a computer using Link 21L software and the Epson USB Communication driver. ■ Language Select a language to use for the projector menus. Using the Projector Security Features To prevent unaut...

Fine-Tuning the Projector 73 Enabling Password Protection The default setting for the password is 0000 . Follow these steps to create a new password: 1. Press the Freeze button on the remote control for five to seven seconds. You see this screen: 2. Select the type(s) of password protection you want...

74 Fine-Tuning the Projector Starting the Projector With a Password When the password function is enabled, you see this screen when you plug in and turn on the projector: Hold down the Num button and use the numeric keypad to enter the four digit password. The password screen closes and projection b...

Fine-Tuning the Projector 75 Creating Your Own Startup Screen You can transfer any image from your computer or video source to the projector and then use it as your startup screen. You can also use it as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal or when you press the A/V Mute...

76 Fine-Tuning the Projector 7. When the message Save this image as the User’s Logo? appears, select Yes and press Enter . Saving the logo may take a few moments. Do not use your projector, remote control, or video source while the logo is being saved. 8. When you see the message Completed , press M...

Fine-Tuning the Projector 77 3. Select Full Lock (to lock all projector buttons) or Partial Lock (to lock all buttons except the P power button) and press Enter . 4. Select Yes and press Enter to confirm the setting. 5. Press the Menu button to exit. To disable the Control Panel Lock function, selec...

79 5 Maintaining the Projector Y our projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do on a regular basis is clean the lens, and check that the air filter and vents are clean. A clogged air filter or vent can block ventilation needed to cool the projector. The only parts you should replace are ...

80 Maintaining the Projector Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use a commercially available cloth for cleaning glasses. Cleaning the Projector Case Before cleaning, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord....

Maintaining the Projector 81 You can remove the air filter to clean both sides If the filter is too dirty or broken, replace the filter as described below. Replacing the Air Filter You need to replace the air filter if: ■ You cannot remove the dust from it ■ The air filter is damaged or torn ■ You r...

82 Maintaining the Projector 4. Slide the new air filter into the slot until it clicks into place. Replacing the Lamp The life span of the projection lamp is about 4000 hours if Power Consumption in the Settings menu is Normal (default), and 5000 hours if this setting is ECO . See page 85 to check t...

Maintaining the Projector 85 Resetting the Lamp Timer After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the projector’s menu system. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector’s control panel. You see the main menu. 2. Select the Reset menu and press Enter . ...

86 Maintaining the Projector The life span of the lamp is about 4000 hours if Power Consumption in the Settings menu is Normal (default), and 5000 hours if this setting is ECO . Make sure you have a spare lamp handy if the usage hours on this menu are close to the life span of your lamp. Replacing t...

Maintaining the Projector 87 4. Replace the battery cover and press it down until it clicks into place. Transporting the Projector The projector contains many glass and precision parts. When hand-carrying the projector, use the carrying case. Follow these guidelines to prevent damage when transporti...

89 6 Solving Problems T his chapter helps you solve problems with your projector and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself. The following information is included: ■ Using the projector’s on-screen help system ■ What to do when the projector’s status lights ...

Solving Problems 91 Checking Projector Status If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this doesn’t solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector. What To Do When the Lights Flash The ligh...

Solving Problems 93 Solving Projector Operation Problems The power doesn’t turn on. ■ If the projector doesn’t turn on when you press the P power button, make sure the power cord is connected to the projector and plugged into a working electrical outlet. ■ The power cord may be defective. Disconnect...

94 Solving Problems ■ The attached computer may be in sleep mode or displaying a black screen saver. Try pressing a key on the computer. ■ If you are projecting from a DVD player or other video source, make sure you turn it on and press its Play button. ■ If you are projecting from a composite or S-...

Solving Problems 95 If you’re using Mac OS X: 1. Open System Preferences . 2. Click Displays . 3. Click Detect Displays . 4. Make sure the VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected. 5. Click the Arrangement or Arrange tab. 6. Make sure the Mirror Displays checkbox is selected. The message Not ...

96 Solving Problems ■ If you’re projecting a widescreen computer image, adjust the Resolution setting (see page 67), if necessary. ■ If you’re projecting an image from a computer with dual display activated, turn dual display off. The image isn’t square, but keystone-shaped. If the image isn’t evenl...

98 Solving Problems 2. Adjust the Tracking to eliminate vertical bands. 3. Adjust the Sync setting to increase the image sharpness. The image is too light or dark, or colors are incorrect. ■ Press the Color Mode button or select a different Color Mode option in the Image menu. See page 50 for detail...

Solving Problems 99 There is no sound, or the sound is not loud enough. ■ Use the Volume buttons to adjust the volume (see page 56), or adjust the Volume setting in the Settings menu. ■ Make sure A/V Mute is not enabled. (Press the A/V Mute button to disable it.) ■ If your presentation includes comp...

100 Solving Problems Where To Get Help Epson provides these technical support services: Internet Support Visit Epson’s support website for solutions to common problems with the EX31, EX51, or EX71 (U.S.) or EX31, EX51 or EX71 (Canada). You can download utilities and documentation, get FAQs and troub...

Solving Problems 101 Before you call for support, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (EX31, EX51, or EX71) ■ Product serial number (located on the bottom of the projector) ■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ■ Computer or video configuration ■ ...

103 A Technical Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix Resolution(native format) EX31 800 × 600 pixels (SVGA) EX51 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) EX71 1280 × 800 pixels (WXGA) Color reproduction 16.8 million colors Light output(brightness) Normal mode: White light output 2500...

104 Technical Specifications Projection distance EX31 (4:3 image) 34 to 412 inches (87 to 1047 cm) EX51 (4:3 image) 35 to 431 inches (89 to 1095 cm) EX71 (16:10 image) 36 to 429 inches (91 to 1089 cm) Projection methods Front, rear, upside-down (ceiling mount) Internal sound system(monaural) 1 W Opt...

Technical Specifications 105 Dimensions Height 3.0 inches (77 mm), not including feet Width 11.6 inches (295 mm) Depth 9.0 inches (228 mm) Weight 5.1 lb (2.3 kg) Electrical Rated frequency 50/60 Hz AC Power supply 100 to 240 VAC ± 10%, 2.8A to 1.2 A Power consumption 228 W in ECO mode280 W Normal mo...

106 Technical Specifications Compatible Video Formats These projectors support the high definition video and computer display formats listed here. To project images output from a computer, the computer’s video card must be set at a refresh rate (vertical frequency) that’s compatible with the project...

111 B Notices T his appendix includes safety instructions and other important information about your projector. Important Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Do not look into the lens when the projector is on. The bright light can damage yo...

114 Notices 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...

115 Index A A/V Mute button, 54display settings, 70, 76 A/V Mute slide closing, 54, 71, 87opening, 40, 54, 93 Accessories, 16 to 17Air filter cleaning, 80 to 81ordering, 16replacing, 81 to 82 Altitude, 71, 92, 105Anti-theft device, 16, 26, 77Aspect ratio, 51 to 52, 68, 104Audio cable, 37connecting e...