Epson EMP-835 User Manual
Epson EMP-835 User Manual

Epson EMP-835 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide...
  • Page 2: Features Of The Projector

    User’s Guide Features of the Projector Easy Quick Start Operation (2) Direct Power On You can make the projector turn on and be ready to project images simply by The following easy setup buttons are located at the top of the projector's connecting the power cable.
  • Page 3 This function is useful at times such as during show events so that only In addition, if you are using projection is carried out deactivating all buttons operation, or in places such as EMP-835, EasyMP allows schools to limit the range of buttons that can be operated. And locking the you to;...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Setting Up the Projector ............. 14 (Quick Setup)................40 Screen Size and Projection Distance .......... 15 Turning the Projector Off .........44 Inserting and Removing Cards (EMP-835 only) ..16 Adjusting the Volume..........46 Installation .................. 16 Preventing Theft (Password Protect).......47 Removal ..................17 When Password Protect is Enabled ..........47...
  • Page 5: Advanced Operations

    Communication Protocol............132 Cable Layouts................132 Configuration Menus..........78 USB Connection Setup.............133 List of Configuration Menu Commands....79 PJLink (EMP-835 only)..........134 Using the Configuration Menus ..........87 List of Supported Monitor Displays......135 Monitoring and Controlling Projectors via a Specifications ............136 Network (for the EMP-830) ........89 Available Network Functions for the EMP-830 ......
  • Page 6: Before Using The Projector

    • If the RGB Output Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port (Example) ....27 Inserting and Removing Cards Playing Sound from Connected Equipment ..28 (EMP-835 only) ............ 16 • When Component Video Signals are being Input......... 28 • Installation ................16 Playing Sound from External Speakers ....
  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    User’s Guide Part Names and Functions Front/Top/Side • • sp.121 Lamp cover Speaker Open this cover when replacing the lamp inside the projector. • Air exhaust vent • sp.9 Control panel Caution Do not place objects that may become warped or otherwise affected by heat near the air exhaust vent and do not bring your face or hands near the air exhaust vent while •...
  • Page 8: Base

    Part Names and Functions Base Rear • Suspension bracket fixing points • • sp.24 Card slot (EMP-835 only) Network port (4 points) sp.14, p.128 sp.16 Connect a network cable here. Connect an optional ceiling mount here when Insert a wireless LAN card or suspending the projector from the ceiling.
  • Page 9: Remote Control

    User’s Guide Part Names and Functions Remote Control If you position the over the button icon or button name, a description of that button will appear. • • sp.12 [Power] button sp.34, Remote control light-emitting area p.44 • • sp.12 Indicator [R/C] switch •...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Operates in the same way as the [Search] button on the remote control. [Computer/Component]button: The input source changes in the order of [Computer1/Component] port → [Computer2/Component] port → EasyMP (EMP-835 only) each time this button is pressed. • [Video/S-Video] button: The input source changes in the order of [S-Video] port → [Video] port sp.40...
  • Page 11: Input/Output Ports

    User’s Guide Part Names and Functions Input/Output Ports • sp.30 [USB TypeA] port (EMP-835 only) • [Computer1/Component] port Connects a digital camera or USB support hard disc/ [Computer2/Component] port sp.20, p.26, p.27 memory to project their image/movie files or scenarios.
  • Page 12: Before Using The Remote Control

    User’s Guide Before Using the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries Insert the batteries. The batteries are not already inserted into the remote control at the time the projector is purchased. You will need to insert the batteries that are Caution provided with the projector before the remote control can be used.
  • Page 13: Using The Remote Control And Remote Operating Range

    User’s Guide Before Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating Operating angle (vertical) Range Operating Operating distance approx. distance approx. 10 m (30 ft.) 10 m (30 ft.) Approx. Approx. PROCEDURE 15° 15° Set the [R/C] switch to "ON". Approx.
  • Page 14 User’s Guide Before Using the Remote Control • Do not allow sunlight or light from fluorescent lamps to shine directly onto the projector's remote control light-receiving areas, otherwise it may interfere with the reception of signals from the remote control. •...
  • Page 15: Installation

    User’s Guide Installation Setting Up the Projector • Front/ceiling projection The projector supports the following four different projection methods, allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images. Caution • Before setting up the projector, be sure to first read the separate Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms.
  • Page 16: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    User’s Guide Installation Screen Size and Projection Distance The distance from the lens to the screen determines the actual image size. Recommended distance 86–1473 cm (2.8–48.3 ft.) Screen While referring to the following table, position the projector so that the images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size.
  • Page 17: Inserting And Removing Cards (Emp-835 Only)

    User’s Guide Inserting and Removing Cards (EMP-835 only) Installation You can use PC cards such as wireless LAN cards and memory cards with the EMP-835. Inserting and removing PC cards will be explained using the included wireless Caution LAN card provided as an example. When using other cards, or inserting or removing a card in a PC card slot on a computer, refer to the documentation •...
  • Page 18: Removal

    User’s Guide Inserting and Removing Cards (EMP-835 only) Removal PROCEDURE Press the eject button to the right of the card slot. Caution The eject button will pop out. • Do not remove the wireless LAN card while the access lamp of the...
  • Page 19: Access Lamp Statuses

    User’s Guide Inserting and Removing Cards (EMP-835 only) Access Lamp Statuses Wireless LAN Card Access Lamp Status The card slot access lamp does not light when a wireless LAN card has Card Slot Access Lamp Status been inserted into the projector.
  • Page 20: Connecting To A Computer

    About network connection with a computer, refer to the following documentation. • You may need to purchase a commercially-available adapter If using the EMP-835 depending on the shape of the computer's port. Refer to the sEasyMP Network Setup Guide. documentation provided with the computer for further details.
  • Page 21: Connecting To A Computer

    User’s Guide Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a Computer The shape and specifications of the computer's monitor port will determine what type of cable should be used. Select the port and cable in accordance with the computer being used. If the Monitor Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port (Example) Use the accessory computer cable to make the connections.
  • Page 22: Using The Remote Control To Operate The Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse Function)

    USB port of the computer to the [USB TypeB] port at the rear of the • If your projector is EMP-835, the [USB TypeA] port on the back of projector. the projector does not function as a USB hub.
  • Page 23 User’s Guide Connecting to a Computer Once the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as follows. • If the mouse button settings have been reversed at the computer, the Moving the mouse pointer Left click Tilt the [ ] button on the remote Press the [Enter ( )] button.
  • Page 24: Connecting An External Monitor

    Monitor port Cable provided with monitor To [Monitor Out] port (black) • Composite video, S-Video and EasyMP (EMP-835 only) images cannot be output to an external monitor. • The setting gauge for keystone correction and the configuration menus and help menus are not output to the external monitor.
  • Page 25: Network Cable Connections

    User’s Guide Network Cable Connections Connect using a commercially-available 100baseTX or 10baseT network cable. To network port To [Network] port Network cable (commercially-available) Caution To prevent the possibility of incorrect operation, you should use a category 5 shielded cable.
  • Page 26: Connecting To A Video Source

    User’s Guide Connecting to a Video Source Projecting Composite Video Images Caution Use a commercially-available RCA video cable to make the connections. When connecting the projector to other video sources, take the following precautions. • Turn the power off for both the projector and the video source before connecting them.
  • Page 27: Projecting S-Video Images

    User’s Guide Connecting to a Video Source Projecting S-Video Images Projecting Component Video Images Use a commercially-available S-Video cable to make the connections. Use the optional component video cable to make the connections. s"Optional Accessories and Consumables" p.128 To component To S-Video output port video output port To [S-Video] port...
  • Page 28: Projecting Rgb Video Images

    User’s Guide Connecting to a Video Source Projecting RGB Video Images An RGB video source is a video source other than a computer that outputs RGB signals. If the RGB Output Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port (Example) Use the accessory computer cable to make the connections. To RGB output port To [Computer1/Component] port Computer cable...
  • Page 29: Playing Sound From Connected Equipment

    User’s Guide Playing Sound from Connected Equipment The projector has a built-in speaker with a maximum output of 5 W. You can When Component Video Signals are being Input output sound from the connected equipment (such as a computer or VCR) If component video signals are being input from a DVD player or some through the projector's built-in speaker if the equipment has an audio output other equipment to the [Computer 1 (or 2)/Component] port, you can use...
  • Page 30: Playing Sound From External Speakers

    User’s Guide Playing Sound from External Speakers The audio signals from the input source that is currently being projected can be output to external speakers. When the input source is changed, the audio signals change automatically too. You can connect speakers with built-in amplifiers to the projector's [Audio Out] port in order to enjoy a fuller quality of sound.
  • Page 31: Connecting Usb Devices (Digital Camera, Hard Disk Drive Or Memory Devices) (Emp-835 Only)

    User’s Guide Connecting USB Devices (Digital Camera, Hard Disk Drive or Memory Devices) (EMP-835 Only) USB1.1-compatible digital cameras, hard disk drives and USB storage devices can be connected to the projector. Image files that are stored inside the digital camera and scenarios, images and movies that are stored inside USB storage s"Showing the...
  • Page 32: Disconnecting A Usb Device From The Projector

    User’s Guide Connecting USB Devices (Digital Camera, Hard Disk Drive or Memory Devices) (EMP-835 Only) Disconnecting a USB Device from the Projector After projection is finished, disconnect the USB device from the projector by the following procedure. PROCEDURE Position the cursor with the "EJECT" button on the CardPlayer screen and press the [Enter] button on s"Showing...
  • Page 33: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This chapter describes basic operations such as turning projection on and off and adjusting the projected images. Turning the Projector On........33 Preventing Theft (Password Protect) ....47 • Connecting the Power Cable ..........33 • When Password Protect is Enabled ........47 •...
  • Page 34: Turning The Projector On

    User’s Guide Turning the Projector On Turn the power on to start projecting images. Connect the accessory power cable to the projector. Check that the power connector is facing the same way as the Caution power inlet on the projector, and then insert the power cable Be sure to read the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms connector securely into the projector.
  • Page 35: Turning The Power On And Projecting Images

    User’s Guide Turning the Projector On Turning the Projector On Turning the Power On and Projecting Images Press the [Power] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to turn the power on for the projector. PROCEDURE A beep will sound and the Power indicator will change to flashing green.
  • Page 36 Computer2 S-Video "Startup Options" p.81 EasyMP(EMP-835 Only) Video The projector skips to the next source when it detects no incoming signals. If a video device is connected, start playback and then press the [Search] button or the [Source Search] button.
  • Page 37 Turning the Projector On You can press the buttons shown in the following table to select • If using the EMP-835, EasyMP will be detected as a source while the desired input source directly. CardPlayer is running with a memory card or a USB device, or while You can also use the preview function to select the input source sp.52...
  • Page 38 Video S-Video Video *1 Only changes when using the EMP-835. sEasyMP Operation Guide and the EasyMP Network Setup Guide for details on using EasyMP. *2 The input signal will not change to the next signal source unless a button is pressed while the current signal name is still being displayed on the screen.
  • Page 39: Adjusting The Position And Size Of The Projection Area

    User’s Guide Turning the Projector On Turning the Projector On Adjusting the Position and Size of the Projection Area If the projector is tilted vertically, the automatic vertical keystone Adjusting the Vertical Position of the Projection Area correction will operate to automatically correct distortion of the projected images.
  • Page 40: Adjusting The Horizontal Position Of The Projection Area

    User’s Guide Turning the Projector On Turning the Projector On Adjusting the Horizontal Position of the Projection Area PROCEDURE If the projector cannot be positioned directly in front of the screen, this While pulling the foot adjust lever at the front of the adjustment allows projection to be carried out from the side.
  • Page 41: One-Touch Adjustment Of The Projection Area (Quick Setup)

    User’s Guide Turning the Projector On Turning the Projector On One-touch Adjustment of the Projection Area Adjusting the Size of the Projection Area (Quick Setup) (Zoom Adjustment) The size of the projected images is basically determined by the distance Whenever projectors were moved from one place to another, it was usually sp.15 from the projector to the screen.
  • Page 42 User’s Guide Turning the Projector On Turning the Projector On PROCEDURE • You can use the "Quick Setup Options" in the configuration menu Press the [Quick Setup] button on either the remote to set which functions are carried out when the [Quick Setup] button control or the projector's control panel.
  • Page 43 User’s Guide Turning the Projector On Turning the Projector On • You can cancel Quick Setup operation at any time by pressing the [Esc] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel. • When Auto Quick Corner detects a "frame" (detecting 3 or more sides, or top and bottom sides, or 2 adjacent sides) within the projection area, it automatically corrects the image so that it fits within the "frame"...
  • Page 44 User’s Guide Turning the Projector On Turning the Projector On • If the distance from the projector to the screen is more than 7.5m,(24.6 ft.) Auto Focus and Auto Quick Corner may not work correctly. In such cases, adjust the focus manually. s"Adjusting Projected Images Manually"...
  • Page 45: Turning The Projector Off

    User’s Guide Turning the Projector Off Follow the procedure below to turn the projector off. Caution If the message "The projector is overheating. Clean or replace the air PROCEDURE filter and lower the room temperature." appears on the screen, press Turn the power off for the signal sources that are the [Enter] button on either the remote control or the projector's connected to the projector.
  • Page 46 User’s Guide Turning the Projector Off Turning the Projector Off Attach the lens cover. Caution Attach the lens cover to the lens when not using the projector, You should wait for at least 10 seconds after disconnecting the power in order to stop the lens from getting dusty or dirty. cable before connecting it again.
  • Page 47: Adjusting The Volume

    User’s Guide Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume for the sound from the projector's built-in speaker or from the external speakers that are connected to the projector. PROCEDURE The volume can be adjusted using either the remote control, the projector's control panel or the configuration menus.
  • Page 48: Preventing Theft (Password Protect)

    User’s Guide Preventing Theft (Password Protect) When the Password Protect function is enabled, people who do not know the If you leave the power cable connected to the electrical outlet and turn the password cannot project images even though they can turn on the projector's projector's power on when it is in standby mode, projection will start power.
  • Page 49: Entering A Password With The Remote Control

    User’s Guide Preventing Theft (Password Protect) Preventing Theft (Password Protect) Entering a Password with the Remote Control If the "Timer" Setting is for One Hour or More The password entry screen will not be displayed at all when the power is Press the [Num] button on the remote control to enter the password.
  • Page 50: Setting Password Protect

    User’s Guide Preventing Theft (Password Protect) Preventing Theft (Password Protect) Setting Password Protect Enable "Power ON Protect". (1) Select When "Power ON Protect" and then press the Follow the procedure below to make Password Protect settings. [Enter] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel.
  • Page 51 User’s Guide Preventing Theft (Password Protect) Preventing Theft (Password Protect) Enable "User's Logo Protect". Once the settings are complete, press the [Menu] button. (1) Select "User's Logo Protect" and then press the [Enter] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel.
  • Page 52 Advanced Operations This chapter describes functions for enhancing the projection of images, and how to use the configuration menus. Functions for Enhancing Projection ....52 • Manually Correcting Projection Area Distortion (Keystone)................68 • Selecting an Image Source While Viewing Projected •...
  • Page 53: Functions For Enhancing Projection

    Active window presentations. Shows the images that are currently being projected. Computer (Analog-RGB) Selecting an Image Source While Viewing Projected If using EMP-835, a Images (Preview Function) image of EasyMP will appear You can momentarily project images from the currently-selected input...
  • Page 54: Projecting Easy-To-See Images Without A Screen (Wall Shot)

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Projecting Easy-to-see Images Without a Screen Press the [Enter] button. (Wall Shot) The selected images are then projected in the active window. If you press the [Enter] button once more, the preview function When the Wall Shot function is used, images can be projected without loss is cancelled and the images in the active window are projected.
  • Page 55 User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Once the measurement is finished and colour PROCEDURE correction is complete, the images will be projected The Wall Shot function can be operated using either the remote control or in the corrected condition. the projector's control panel. To cancel the correction, press the [Wall Shot] button while Press the [Wall Shot] button on either the remote "Wall Shot ON"...
  • Page 56: A/V Mute Function

    Default setting PROCEDURE Press the [A/V Mute] button. The images and sound will then be momentarily turned off. The default user's logo is the EPSON logo. You can change the user's Remote control Projector sp.125 logo by recording and setting your own logo.
  • Page 57: Freeze Function

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Freeze Function E-Zoom Function This function pauses only the projected images. The sound keeps playing You can use this function to enlarge portions of graphs and tables that you without pausing. want to see more closely. The signal source will still be playing back the images even while The E-Zoom function is controlled using the remote control.
  • Page 58: Pinp (Picture In Picture) Function

    (main The enlargement ratio will appear at the bottom-right of the screen). screen. Computer images or EasyMP images (for the EMP-835) can be displayed (composite video g S-Video g in the main screen , and video images ) can You can scroll around the image by tilting the [ ] button.
  • Page 59: Pointer Function

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Pointer Function Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control to change the position of the sub-screen. You can use this function to display a pointer icon on the images that are being projected, and use the remote control to control it. The pointer icon can be used to indicate parts of an image that is being projected to clarify which part is being described or to draw attention to it.
  • Page 60 User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Tilt the [ ] button to move the pointer. Press the [Pointer] button again to cancel the pointer. The pointer will then disappear. Pointer...
  • Page 61: Preset Function

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Preset Function Once the settings are complete, select "Preset" from the "Signal" menu and then press the [Enter] button While projecting analogue RGB images from a computer connected via a on either the remote control or the projector's control computer cable, you can store the following settings in the configuration panel.
  • Page 62: Applying Preset Settings

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Press the [Enter] button on either the remote control Applying Preset Settings or the projector's control panel to store the setting values. PROCEDURE When the settings have been saved, the input resolution will While images from analogue RGB signals are being input appear.
  • Page 63: Changing The Resize/Aspect Ratio

    You cannot switch to real display or change the aspect ratio while EasyMP Resized display Real display is running (EMP-835 only). Selecting the Computer Display Method When projecting computer images, the display method can be changed between resized display (in which the images are projected so that they fill the available projection area) and real display (in which the images are projected at the resolution of the original input signal).
  • Page 64: Projecting Wide-Screen Images From Video Equipment

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Projecting Wide-screen Images from Video Equipment aspect ratio g You can switch the between 4:3 and 16:9 when component video g (YCbCr g YPbPr g S-Video g composite video g • The type of display for projected images can be saved separately for signals each input source.
  • Page 65: Projector Id/Remote Control Id

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection HDTV g Projector ID/Remote Control ID When 16:9 format images in squeeze mode are projected at 4:3 aspect If using more than one projector at a time, such as at a show, you can ratio, the images are resized so that they fill the full vertical area of the screen, and the left and right edges are truncated and are not displayed.
  • Page 66: Registering An Id Number For A Remote Control

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Use the [ ] button on the remote control or the [ Registering an ID Number for a Remote Control or [ ] button on the projector's control panel to select the desired ID number (1–9). PROCEDURE Press the [Enter] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to accept the ID number setting.
  • Page 67: Operation Button Lock Function

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Set to "Full Lock" or "Partial Lock". If set to "Full Lock", none of the buttons on the control panel If you would like to check the ID number that is currently set for a except the [Power] button can be operated.
  • Page 68: Locking The Remote Control Buttons

    User’s Guide Functions for Enhancing Projection Locking the Remote Control Buttons You can lock some of the remote control buttons to prevent mis-operations To cancel the remote control button lock function, change the during presentations. "Setting" - "Operation Lock" - "Remote Control" setting in the configuration menu to "OFF".
  • Page 69: Adjusting Projected Images Manually

    User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually Focusing the Screen Images (Focus Adjustment) Manually Correcting Projection Area Distortion (Keystone) This projector is equipped with an "Auto V-keystone" function that detects PROCEDURE vertical tilt of the projector and automatically corrects the vertical keystone Press the [Focus] button to adjust the focus.
  • Page 70 User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually • Quick Corner: This correction function is used when both horizontal and vertical keystone distortion occurs in the projection area to adjust the projection • Vertical keystone correction can be carried out up to a maximum of sp.72 area so that it fits the screen exactly.
  • Page 71: Vertical And Horizontal Correction

    User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually If the left edge of the If the right edge of the Vertical and Horizontal Correction image is elongated image is elongated Vertical and horizontal correction can be carried out using either the projector's control panel or the configuration menus. This procedure explains how to use the projector's control panel to correct keystone distortion.
  • Page 72: Height Correction

    User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control to the left or Height Correction right, or press the [ ] or [ ] buttons on the When vertical keystone correction is carried out automatically or manually, projector's control panel to correct the height while the height of the projected images will become shorter.
  • Page 73: Correcting Keystone Distortion So That The Projection Area Fits The Screen Exactly (Quick Corner)

    User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually Press the [Enter] button on the projector's control Correcting Keystone Distortion so that the Projection panel and then select the corner to be corrected on Area Fits the Screen Exactly (Quick Corner) the screen. Quick Corner correction can be carried out using either the projector's You can also press the [Enter] button on the remote control to control panel or the configuration menus.
  • Page 74 User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually Press the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] buttons on the remote control to correct the angle position. • If the vertical or horizontal keystone correction gauge appears when You can also tilt the [ ] button on the remote control to correct ], [ ], [ ] or [ ], is pressed, it means that "H/V-Keystone"...
  • Page 75: Adjusting Computer Images

    User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually Adjusting Computer Images Automatic Setup • If you press the [Auto] button on the remote control or the [Enter] Automatic setup detects analogue RGB signals coming from a computer button on the projector's control panel while the E-Zoom function or connected by a computer cable, and automatically adjusts these signals so Freeze function is active, the active function will be cancelled and that the optimum images can be obtained.
  • Page 76: Adjusting The Tracking

    User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually Adjusting the Tracking If vertical stripes appear in the projected images, The images will flash when continuous tracking adjustment is carried and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, tracking g out, but this is normal. you will need to adjust the manually using the following procedure.
  • Page 77: Adjusting The Sync

    User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually Projector Projector Adjusting the Sync If flickering, fuzziness or interference appear in images that are input from the computer, and this cannot be fixed using automatic setup, you will sync g need to adjust the manually using the following procedure.
  • Page 78: Selecting The Projection Quality (Colour Mode Selection)

    User’s Guide Adjusting Projected Images Manually Selecting the Projection Quality PROCEDURE (Colour Mode Selection) Selecting the colour mode can be carried out using either the remote control or the configuration menus. This procedure explains how to The following five preset colour modes are available for use depending on use the remote control to select the colour mode.
  • Page 79: Configuration Menus

    User’s Guide Configuration Menus The configuration menus can be used to carry out a variety of settings and adjustments. The menus have a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is divided into sub-menus, which are further divided into other sub-menus. Refer to "Using the Configuration Menus"...
  • Page 80: List Of Configuration Menu Commands

    User’s Guide List of Configuration Menu Commands Following is a list of the functions that can be set using the configuration menus and the default setting values. The menu items displayed and the default values will vary depending on the type of image signals. If you click *1 to *7, you can check the setting conditions (*3 to *7) and default values for that menu (*1 and *2).
  • Page 81 The items that can be set will vary depending on the input source that is currently being projected. Setting details are saved separately for each source. If using the EMP-835, you cannot change any of the "Signal" configuration menu settings while EasyMP is running.
  • Page 82 User’s Guide List of Configuration Menu Commands With the "Auto" function, image signals are recognized automatically. If interference appears in the Video Signal Auto , NTSC, NTSC4.43, projected images or no images appear when you select "Auto", select the appropriate signal manually. PAL, M-PAL, N-PAL, PAL60, SECAM Returns all adjustment values in the "Signal"...
  • Page 83 User’s Guide List of Configuration Menu Commands Default setting values sp.68 Corrects keystone distortion in the projection area. Keystone "Auto V-Keystone" can only be set when "Projection" is set to "Front". H/V-Keystone Selects whether vertical keystone correction is carried out Auto V-Keystone , OFF automatically ("ON") or not carried out ("OFF") when...
  • Page 84 User’s Guide List of Configuration Menu Commands Default setting values sp.58 Lets you set the shape and movement speed for the pointer. Pointer Pointer Shape Pointer Shape The shape of the pointer can be selected. Pointer1 Pointer1 , Pointer2 , Pointer2, Pointer3 , Pointer3 Selects the display size for the pointer.
  • Page 85 If you change the setting, the new setting will be enabled after the power is turned off and then back on. sp.125 User's Logo EPSON Change the user's logo that is displayed as a background and displayed during A/V Mute. sp.64 Sets the projector's ID number.
  • Page 86 Network sp.90 For details about settings If using the EMP-835, network settings are made using EasyMP. sEasyMP Network Setup Guide If set to "Network ON", the network monitoring and control functions can be used even when the Standby Mode projector is in standby mode. If you change the setting, the new setting will be enabled after the...
  • Page 87 User’s Guide List of Configuration Menu Commands Default setting values Info Lets you check the statuses of the image signals being projected and the projector. (Display only) Shows the cumulative lamp operating time. Lamp Hours (High Brightness) When it reaches the lamp warning time, the characters are displayed in red. (Low Brightness) The cumulative operating time from 0 to 10 hours will be displayed as "0H".
  • Page 88: Using The Configuration Menus

    User’s Guide List of Configuration Menu Commands Using the Configuration Menus Confirm the selection. Press the [Enter] button on either the remote control or the The configuration menus can be operated using either the remote control or projector's control panel to confirm the item selection. the projector's control panel.
  • Page 89 User’s Guide List of Configuration Menu Commands Example 2 The items appearing in the "Signal" menu and the "Info" menu will vary depending on the type of input source being projected. (1) Tilt the [ ] button on the remote control to the left or Change the settings.
  • Page 90: Monitoring And Controlling Projectors Via A Network (For The Emp-830)

    It allows multiple The network functions differ for the EMP-835 and the EMP-830. The projectors on a network to be monitored and controlled by a single following descriptions apply to the EMP-830.
  • Page 91: Projector Network Connecting Settings (Emp-830)

    User’s Guide Monitoring and Controlling Projectors via a Network (for the EMP-830) Projector Network Connecting Settings (EMP-830) Using a Network for Monitoring and Control Follow the procedure below to monitor and control the projector over a In order to connect a projector to a network, you will need to complete network.
  • Page 92 User’s Guide Monitoring and Controlling Projectors via a Network (for the EMP-830) The table below gives details of the settings for each item. Shows the unique name that is used to identify the Projector name projector on the network. Sets whether DHCP is used or not. DHCP This can be changed using EMP NetworkManager.
  • Page 93 User’s Guide Monitoring and Controlling Projectors via a Network (for the EMP-830) Entering Numbers 3.To enter two or more numbers, tilt the [ ] button of the remote control to the right. The first number will be confirmed and the cursor will move Use the following procedure to enter numbers.
  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help............. 94 Problem Solving..........96 • Reading the Indicators............96 • When the Power Indicator is Lit/Flashing Red ..........96 • When the Lamp/Temp Indicator is Lit/Flashing Orange ......98 •...
  • Page 95: Using The Help

    User’s Guide Using the Help When you have any problems, such as no image appears, or make no sound, Select a menu item. press [Help] button on the remote control. The interactive help screen will be If using the remote control, tilt the [ ] button up or down to displayed.
  • Page 96 User’s Guide Using the Help Using the Help Repeat steps 2 and 3 to proceed through the menu to more detailed items. Press the [Help] button to clear the help screen. If the Help function does not provide a solution to the problem, refer sp.96 to "Problem Solving".
  • Page 97: Problem Solving

    User’s Guide Problem Solving If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators while referring to "Reading the Indicators" below. sp.99 If the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be, refer to "When the Indicators Provide No Help". Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following three indicators.
  • Page 98 User’s Guide Problem Solving : lit : flashing : off Status Cause Remedy or Status Fan related error Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact your Sensor error dealer or the nearest address provided in the "International Warranty Conditions" section of the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms booklet.
  • Page 99: When The Lamp/Temp Indicator Is Lit/Flashing Orange

    User’s Guide Problem Solving : lit : flashing : off When the Lamp/Temp Indicator is Lit/Flashing Orange Warning Status Cause Remedy or Status High-speed cooling in progress (This is not an abnormality. However, if the temperature rises too high again, projection will stop automatically.) •Check that the air filters and air exhaust vent are clear and that they are not up against a surface sp.15...
  • Page 100: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    User’s Guide Problem Solving Problem Solving When the Indicators Provide No Help First refer to the following problems to determine what type of problem it is that you are having, and then refer to the page containing details of the problem. Other Problems Problems Relating to Images No sound can be heard or the...
  • Page 101 Monitor function An error message is displayed (error message when EMP sp.117 Monitor is running) For EMP-835 only You cannot connect from another computer when images are sp.109 being projected during a network connection EMP NS Connection starts, but a projector is not found sp.109...
  • Page 102: Problems Relating To Images

    User’s Guide Problem Solving Problems Relating to Images No images appear Check Remedy Was the [Power] button pressed? Press the [Power] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to turn the power on. The remote control cannot be used unless the [R/C] switch of the remote control is at "ON". sp.34 Is the A/V Mute function active? Press the [A/V Mute] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to cancel...
  • Page 103 User’s Guide Problem Solving The message "Not Supported." is displayed Check Remedy Are the image signal format settings correct? If a composite videog S-Videog source is connected to the projector, use the "Video Signal" menu command to select the signal format. s"Signal" - "Video Signal" p.81 Check the resolution of the computer.
  • Page 104 User’s Guide Problem Solving Images are fuzzy or out of focus Check Remedy Has the focus been adjusted correctly? Press the [Focus] buttons on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to adjust the sp.68 focus. sp.6 Is the lens cover still attached? Remove the lens cover.
  • Page 105 User’s Guide Problem Solving Image is truncated (large) or small Check Remedy sp.62 Is the image in real display? Press the [Resize] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel. Is the aspect ratio setting correct? sp.56 Is the image still being enlarged by the Press the [Esc] button on the remote control to cancel the E-Zoom function.
  • Page 106: Other Problems

    User’s Guide Problem Solving Check Remedy Has the Wall Shot function been set to "Wall When projecting onto a normal screen, press the [Wall Shot] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel to change the setting to "Wall Shot OFF". To re-adjust the Wall Shot Shot ON"? sp.53 setting, use "Wall Shot Readjustment".
  • Page 107 User’s Guide Problem Solving The remote control does not work Check Remedy sp.34 Is the [R/C] switch at the "ON" position? Set the [R/C] switch to the "ON" position. Is the remote control light-emitting area Face the remote control towards the remote control light-receiving area. The operating angle for the remote control is approximately ±30°...
  • Page 108: Problems Relating To Monitoring And Controlling Projectors Using A Network

    (EasyWeb)" in the EasyMP Operation Guide Are the settings for connecting to a network Check the network settings for the projector. If using the EMP-835 s"Connecting in Access Point Mode or Wired LAN Mode" in the EasyMP correct? Network Setup Guide sp.90...
  • Page 109 LAN Are the settings for connecting to a network Check the network settings for the projector. If using the EMP-835 s"Connecting in Access Point Mode or Wired LAN Mode" in the EasyMP correct ? Network Setup Guide sp.90...
  • Page 110 User’s Guide Problem Solving When Network Screen is running, the current image stays projected and connection from another computer is not possible (EMP-835 only) Check Remedy Has the person making the presentation left If you try to connect to a projector from a computer while Network Screen is running and the...
  • Page 111 User’s Guide Problem Solving Check Remedy Is the wireless LAN setting for the computer Change the wireless LAN settings at the computer to ad hoc mode. s"Computer Wireless LAN Settings" in the EasyMP Network Setup Guide set to ad hoc mode? Depending on the manufacturer of the wireless LAN card, you may be able to use a communication When connected to a wireless setting utility (such as Client Manager) to set ad hoc mode.
  • Page 112 User’s Guide Problem Solving Connection cannot be established in access point mode or wired LAN connection mode (EMP-835 only) Check Remedy Is the ESSID setting correct? Enable the automatic ESSID search function, or set the ESSID for the computer or access point and the projector so that they are the same.
  • Page 113 For Macintosh PowerPoint slideshows will not play back in Network Screen (EMP-835 only) Check Remedy Are you trying to start Network Screen when Close the PowerPoint application before connecting with Network Screen.
  • Page 114 Have you been moving the mouse constantly? As long as the mouse cursor is moved, the screen does not change. Stop moving the mouse cursor when having trouble changing the screen. Files do not work correctly with EMP SlideMaker2 (EMP-835 only) Check Remedy Are you trying to use a PowerPoint (.ppt) file...
  • Page 115 User’s Guide Problem Solving Check Remedy Select a connecting projector from the list. Select the name of each projector for the connection, and click the "Connect" button. sEasyMP Network Setup Guide The selected projector is in use. Continue to You are attempting to connect to a projector already connected to another computer. Click "Yes"...
  • Page 116 User’s Guide Problem Solving Check Remedy There is a projector not responding. One or more projectors failed to connect when an attempt was made to connect simultaneously to multiple projectors. The successfully connected projectors can be used. To connect to the projectors that failed to connect, terminate the connection and try again. If connection is still not possible, check the network settings at the computer and the EasyMP network settings at the projector.
  • Page 117 User’s Guide Problem Solving Error messages from EMP SlideMaker2 (EMP-835 only) Check Remedy **.SIT already registered. It is not possible to add a scenario file name if it already exists in the "Autorun Scenario List". s"Sending a Scenario" in the EasyMP Operation Guide (** is the scenario file name.)
  • Page 118 "Password for WEB control " setting in the "Wired LAN" - "Basic" or the "Wireless LAN" - "Basic" configuration menu. Cannot connect to the projector of the IP • If using the EMP-835 address entered. Check that "Wired LAN Connect Mode" or "Access Point Mode (Wireless LAN)" setting is being used in the EasyMP configuration settings for the projector to be connected.
  • Page 119: Appendices

    • USB Connection Setup ............. 133 • Replacing the Lamp ..................121 • Resetting the Lamp Operating Time ............123 PJLink (EMP-835 only)........134 • Replacing the Air Filters ................124 List of Supported Monitor Displays ....135 Saving a User's Logo ........125 •...
  • Page 120: Maintenance

    User’s Guide Maintenance This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and Cleaning the Air Filters and Air Intake Vents replacing consumable parts. If dust collects on the air filters or air intake vents, it can cause the internal temperature of the projector to rise, and this can lead to problems with Cleaning operation and shortening of the optical engine’s service life.
  • Page 121: Replacing Consumables

    User’s Guide Maintenance Maintenance Replacing Consumables This section describes how to replace the lamp and the air filters. • The replacement warning message is set to appear after the following periods of lamp use, in order to maintain the initial Lamp Replacement Period brightness and quality of the projected images.
  • Page 122: Replacing The Lamp

    User’s Guide Maintenance Maintenance Replacing the Lamp PROCEDURE Turn the projector's power off, then disconnect the Warning power cable. When replacing the lamp because it has stopped illuminating, there is a possibility that the lamp may be broken. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed Wait until the lamp has cooled down, and then on the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is remove the lamp cover from the base of the projector.
  • Page 123 User’s Guide Maintenance Maintenance Loosen the two lamp fixing screws. Install the new lamp. Use the screwdriver that is supplied with the spare lamp or your Hold the lamp so that it faces the correct way to fit into the own cross head screwdriver to loosen the two lamp fixing projector, and then insert the lamp until it clicks into place and screws that are securing the lamp to the projector.
  • Page 124: Resetting The Lamp Operating Time

    User’s Guide Maintenance Maintenance Install the lamp cover. PROCEDURE Slide the cover to replace it, and tighten the lamp cover fixing Connect the power cable and turn the projector on, screw on the side of the projector. then press the [Menu] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel.
  • Page 125: Replacing The Air Filters

    User’s Guide Maintenance Maintenance Select "Yes" and then press the [Enter] button on Remove the air filters. either the remote control or the projector's control Press the tabs to release the lock, and lift the air panel. filters to remove them. The lamp operating time will then be reset.
  • Page 126: Saving A User's Logo

    User’s Guide Saving a User's Logo You can record the image that is currently being projected as a user's logo. Select "Extended" - "User's Logo" in the configuration menu, and then press the [Enter] Caution button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel.
  • Page 127 User’s Guide Saving a User's Logo Saving a User's Logo Select "Yes" in the sub-menu, and then press the The image to be recorded and a selection marquee [Enter] button on either the remote control or the box will be displayed, so move the marquee box to projector's control panel.
  • Page 128 User’s Guide Saving a User's Logo Saving a User's Logo Select "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then Select "Yes" at the confirmation screen, and then press the [Enter] button on either the remote control press the [Enter] button on either the remote control or the projector's control panel.
  • Page 129: Optional Accessories And Consumables

    User’s Guide Optional Accessories and Consumables The following optional accessories and consumables are available for Ceiling plate ELPFC03 purchase if required. All items in this list is current as of September 2005. Pipe 370 (370 mm (14.57 in.)/silver) ELPFP04 Details of accessories are subject to change without notice. Varies depending Pipe 570 (570 mm (22.44 in.)/silver) ELPFP05 on country of purchase.
  • Page 130: Glossary

    User’s Guide 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 text of this guide itself. Further information can be obtained by referring to other commercially-available publications. 3-2 pull-down This function directly converts image sources that have been recorded in the same 24-frame format used for movies into 60-frame progressive signals.
  • Page 131 User’s Guide Glossary Glossary ESSID ESS is an abbreviation of Extended Service Set. The ESSID is an identification number for connecting with a counterpart on a wireless LAN. Wireless communication is possible between devices with corresponding ESSID numbers. Film judgment A function for judging whether an image source is a 24 Hz progressive film source or not.
  • Page 132 User’s Guide Glossary Glossary SNMP An abbreviation for Simple Network Management Protocol, which is the protocol for monitoring and controlling devices such as routers and computers connected to a TCP/IP network. Squeeze mode To reduce the width of a 16:9 wide-screen video image, record the video image as 4:3 in the video software. Setting the aspect ratio to 16:9 on the projector will restore the video image to 16:9 wide-screen format.
  • Page 133: List Of Esc/Vp21 Commands

    Power ON/OFF PWR OFF Computer1/Component SOURCE 10 Computer2/Component SOURCE 20 Signal Selection Video SOURCE 41 S-Video SOURCE 42 EasyMP (EMP-835 only) SOURCE 50 MUTE ON A/V Mute ON/OFF MUTE OFF Black MSEL 00 A/V Mute Selection Blue MSEL 01 User's Logo MSEL 02 <At projector>...
  • Page 134: Usb Connection Setup

    Install the downloaded USB driver on your computer. Read the instructions displayed on the download screen. * The [USB Type A] port (EMP-835 only) cannot be used as a USB hub. Change the "COM Port" setting in the "Extended" menu to "USB".
  • Page 135: Pjlink (Emp-835 Only)

    User’s Guide PJLink (EMP-835 only) PJLink Class 1 was established by the JBMIA (Japan Business Machine and Manufacturer name displayed for "Manufacture name information query" Information System Industries Association) as a standard protocol for SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION controlling network-compatible projectors as part of their efforts to standardize projector control protocols.
  • Page 136: List Of Supported Monitor Displays

    User’s Guide List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer/RGB Video Component Video Display mode (dots) Resolutions for Refresh rate Signal Resolution (dots) resized display Signal aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio (Hz) (dots) display display VGAEGA 640× 350 1024× 560 SDTV 525i (480i), 525p (480p), 1024×...
  • Page 137: Specifications

    User’s Guide Specifications Product name Multimedia Projector EMP-835 Multimedia Projector EMP-830 365 (W) × 114 (H) × 280 (D) mm (Not including projections) Dimensions Panel size 0.8 inches Display method Polysilicon TFT 786,432 pixels (1024 (W) × 768 (H) dots) × 3...
  • Page 138 User’s Guide Specifications Specifications Control (RS-232C): 1 D-Sub 9-pin (male) Remote: 1 Stereo mini jack Monitor Out: 1 Mini D-sub 15-pin (female) Black Audio Out: 1 Stereo mini jack RJ45 × 1 Network: PCMCIA TypeII slot × 1 Card Slot –...
  • Page 139: Appearance

    User’s Guide Appearance 72.9 187.1 Centre of lens 125.5 57.9* *Distance from centre of lens to suspension bracket fixing point 4-M4 × 10 Units: mm...
  • Page 140 However, there is no guarantee that interference :EPSON AMERICA, INC. will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause Located at...
  • Page 141 Original EPSON Other product names used herein are also for identification purposes Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON CORPORATION. disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

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