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Epson EMP-1815 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 2: Notations Used In This Guide

    Notations Used in This Guide Attention Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if sufficient care is not taken. Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic. Indicates a page where detailed information regarding a topic can be found. Indicates that an explanation of the underlined word or words in front of this symbol appears in the glossary of terms.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Devices) (EMP-1815 Only) ............... 82 Image Correction Method................... 33 Connecting USB Devices .................. 82 Security Functions ...................34 Inserting and Ejecting CompactFlash Cards (EMP-1815 Only) ... 83 Managing Users (Password Protect) ..............34 How to Insert Cards ................... 83 Restricting Operation (Operation Lock).............. 37 How to Remove Cards..................
  • Page 4 Contents Connecting a LAN Cable................86 Optional Accessories and Consumables..........87 Glossary ....................88 ESC/VP21 Commands................90 Command List ....................90 Cable Layouts ....................90 PJLink (EMP-1815 Only) ................91 List of Supported Monitor Displays............92 Specifications ...................93 Appearance ....................97 Index ......................98 Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 5: Projector Features

    Projector Features EMP-1815/1810 Common Features Enhanced security functions The following introduces features common to the EMP-1815 and the EMP-1810. Password Protect to restrict and manage users By setting a password you can restrict who can use the projector. s p.34...

  • Page 6: Emp-1815 Features

    Strengthened security level of wireless LAN Security is stronger than previous models. You can feel secure using it as The EMP-1815 can be connected to a computer by a wired or wireless part of the network. s EasyMP Operation Guide LAN connection.

  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Whether they are flashing or lit indicates the knob indicator slide. access status of USB Type A. (EMP-1815 Only) When the indicator is off, this indicates that no Focus ring Adjusts the image focus. s Quick Start USB devices are inserted.

  • Page 8: Side (Emp-1815 Only)

    Part Names and Functions Side (EMP-1815 Only) Name Function Wireless LAN unit Install this before using the projector. Connects the projector to a computer by a wireless connection. s Wireless LAN Quick Connection Guide Card slot This slot is for inserting a CompactFlash card when the PC Free function in EasyMP is used.

  • Page 9: Base

    Part Names and Functions Base Name Function Air filter (Air This prevents dust and other foreign particles intake vent) from getting inside the projector when air is drawn in. The projector displays a warning message when it is time to clean or replace the air filter.

  • Page 10: Rear

    Outputs the sound of the image currently being USB cable, and the image on the computer is projected to external speakers. projected (EMP-1815 only). s Wireless LAN p.85 Quick Connection Guide Use this port also to connect with a computer Power inlet Connects to the power cable.
  • Page 11 Part Names and Functions Name Function Computer2 input For video signals from a computer and port component video signals from other video sources. Audio2 input port Connect to the audio out port of the computer connected to the Computer2 input port. s Quick Start Guide Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 12: Control Panel

    Part Names and Functions Control Panel Name Function [Enter] button If pressed during projection of computer signal images, it automatically adjusts the tracking, synchronization, and position to project the optimum image. When a configuration menu or a help screen is displayed, it accepts and enters the current selection and moves to the next level.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    [Video] button Changes to images from the Video input port. p.21 [EasyMP] button Changes to the EasyMP image. This feature is not provided on the EMP-1810. (EMP-1815 only) Name Function Numeric buttons Use these buttons when entering a password, projector ID or remote control ID.
  • Page 14 Part Names and Functions Name Function Name Function [Volume] button (a) Decreases the volume. [h] button When a configuration menu or help screen is (a) (b) (b) Increases the volume. displayed, it selects menu items and setting s Quick Start Guide values.

  • Page 15: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions This chapter explains useful functions for giving presentations and so on, and the security functions. Correcting Distortion in the Projected Image .. 16 Remote Control of Two or More Projectors..30 • Automatically Correcting Distortion (Quick Setup)..17 • Setting the Projector ID ........... 30 Fitting projected image properly inside the screen ......17 •...

  • Page 16: Correcting Distortion In The Projected Image

    Correcting Distortion in the Projected Image There are four ways to correct distortion in projected images as below. • The default setting in the configuration menu is H/V- Keystone. Automatic correction • Quick Setup • Select "Settings" - "Keystone" - "Quick Corner" to use Press the [Quick Setup] button to fit on the screen at an aspect ratio Quick Corner for correction.

  • Page 17: Automatically Correcting Distortion (Quick Setup)

    Correcting Distortion in the Projected Image Automatically Correcting Distortion (Quick Setup) Fitting projected image properly inside the screen When Quick Setup detects a "frame" (detecting 3 or more sides, or top Quick Setup automatically corrects distortion in the projected image, that and bottom sides, or 2 adjacent sides) within the projection area, it occurs when the projector is installed at a tilt to the image projection automatically corrects the image so that it fits within the "frame"...

  • Page 18: Aligning The Projected Image To The Screen (Quick Corner)

    Correcting Distortion in the Projected Image Press one of [w], [v], [<] and [>] on the projector. • Quick Setup can provide effective correction when the The Quick Corner screen for selecting the four corners is borders of the projection surface stand out clearly, such as displayed.
  • Page 19 Correcting Distortion in the Projected Image Correct the position of the corner by the [w], [v], [<] and [>] buttons on the projector or the [h] button on the remote control. If the screen below is displayed during the correction, this indicates that the correction amount limit has been reached.

  • Page 20: Changing The Projected Image

    The input port where no image signal is being input is skipped. EasyMP * * EasyMP changes when using EMP-1815. Install the wireless LAN unit supplied. Procedure When your video equipment is connected, start playback before beginning this operation.

  • Page 21: Changing Directly From The Remote Control

    Computer1 input port. input port. Changes to images from Changes to images the S-Video input port. from the Video input port. Changes to the EasyMP image. This feature is not provided on the EMP-1810. (EMP-1815 only) Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 22: Functions For Enhancing Projection

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Colour Procedure Mode) Remote control You can easily obtain the optimum image quality simply by selecting the setting that best corresponds to your surroundings when projecting. The brightness of the image varies depending on the mode selected. Mode Application Game...

  • Page 23: Hiding The Image And Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute) • If you use this function when projecting moving images, You can use this when you want to focus the audience's attention on what the images and sound continue to be played back by the you are saying, or if you do not want to show details such as when you are source, and you cannot return to the point where A/V Mute was activated.

  • Page 24: Freezing The Image (Freeze)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Freezing the Image (Freeze) When the moving image on the screen is frozen, the image continues to project, so you can project a moving image one frame at a time like a still photo. Also, you can perform operations such as changing between files during presentations from a computer without projecting any images if the freeze function is activated beforehand.

  • Page 25: Changing The Aspect Ratio (Resize)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Changing the Aspect Ratiog (Resize) If you press the button while the aspect name is displayed on the screen, it changes to the next aspect mode. When video equipment is connected, images that have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format.

  • Page 26: Pointer Function (Pointer)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Move the pointer icon. Pointer Function (Pointer) Remote control This allows you to move a pointer icon on the projected image, and helps you draw attention to the area you are talking about. Pointer icon Procedure You can choose from three different kinds of pointer icon ) in "Settings"...

  • Page 27: Enlarging Part Of The Image (E-Zoom)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Move the cross to the area of the image that you Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) want to enlarge. This is useful when you want to expand images to see them in greater Remote control detail, such as graphs and tables.

  • Page 28: Using The Remote Control To Operate The Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)

    Once the connection has been made, the mouse pointer can be operated as Computer follows. Windows 98/98SE/2000/Me/XP Home Edition/XP Professional Moving the mouse pointer Mouse clicks Macintosh (OS 8.6–9.2/10.1–10.4) * Supplied with the EMP-1815. Left click Right click Double-click: Press twice in rapid succession. Drag and drop This is useful for displaying the previous or next slide in a PowerPoint slideshow.
  • Page 29 Functions for Enhancing Projection • If the mouse button settings are set to reverse on the computer, the operation of the remote control buttons will also be reversed. • The wireless mouse function cannot be used while the following functions are being used. ·...

  • Page 30: Remote Control Of Two Or More Projectors

    Remote Control of Two or More Projectors When using two or more projectors, you can operate only the projector Setting the Projector ID having a specific ID if you register the same ID to both the projector and the remote control. Set the projector ID in the configuration menu.

  • Page 31: Setting The Remote Control Id

    Remote Control of Two or More Projectors Press the [Menu] button to close the configuration Setting the Remote Control ID menu. You need to set the remote control ID every time you turn on the When this setting is completed, only operations from a remote projector.

  • Page 32: Adjusting Colour For Several Projectors (Multi-Screen Colour Adjustment)

    Adjusting Colour for Several Projectors (Multi-Screen Colour Adjustment) When several projectors are lined up and projecting images, you can • Adjusting brightness adjust the brightness and colour tone of each projector's image with Adjust each image by levels 1 to 5 so that they are all equal. •...

  • Page 33: Image Correction Method

    Adjusting Colour for Several Projectors (Multi-Screen Colour Adjustment) Adjusting "Color Correct. (G/R)" and "Color Correct. Image Correction Method (B/Y)". After setting up the projectors, adjust the brightness and tone for each Each time the [Enter] button is pressed the image displayed image.

  • Page 34: Security Functions

    • Settings for "Display Background", "Startup Screen", and "A/V without permission. Mute" from "Display" in the configuration menu. • Anti-Theft Lock 3. "Network Protect" (EMP-1815 only) The projector is equipped with various types of anti-theft security When "Network Protect" is set to "On" setting changes for "Network" devices.

  • Page 35: Setting Password Protect

    Security Functions Turn on "User's Logo Protect". Setting Password Protect Use the following procedure to set Password Protect. (1) Select "User's Logo Protect", and then press the [Enter] button. (2) Select "On", and then press the [Enter] button. (3) Press the [Esc] button. Procedure Turn on "Network Protect".

  • Page 36: Entering The Password

    "The projector's operation will be locked. Contact Epson as described in your documentation." Inquiries...

  • Page 37: Restricting Operation (Operation Lock)

    Security Functions Restricting Operation (Operation Lock) Do one of the following to lock the operation buttons on the control panel. • Full lock All of the buttons on the control panel are locked. You cannot perform any operations from the control panel, including turning the power on or off.

  • Page 38: Anti-Theft Lock

    Security Functions Anti-Theft Lock Installing the wire lock Pass an anti-theft wire lock through the installation point. As the projector is often setup on ceiling mounts and left in rooms See the documentation supplied with the wire lock for locking unattended, it is possible that someone may try and take the projector, so instructions.

  • Page 39: Configuration Menu

    List of Functions ..........41 • Image Menu ...............41 • Signal Menu ...............42 • Settings Menu ..............43 • Extended Menu ..............44 • Network Menu (EMP-1815 Only) ........46 Operations in the Network Menu ...........47 Soft keyboard operations..............47 Basic Menu..................48 Wireless LAN Menu ..............49 Security Menu ................50...

  • Page 40: Using The Configuration Menu

    Using the Configuration Menu Selecting from the Selecting from the Changing the Exit top menu sub menu selected item Top menu Guide Sub menu (Settings) Buttons used Using the control panel Select the setting to change Using the remote control Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 41: List Of Functions

    List of Functions Image Menu Items that can be set vary depending on the image signal currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots. Setting details are saved for each image signal. Computer image Component video /Composite video /S-video Sub Menu Function...

  • Page 42: Signal Menu

    List of Functions Signal Menu Items that can be set vary depending on the image signal currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots. Setting details are saved for each image signal. Computer image Component video Composite video /S-video Sub Menu Function...

  • Page 43: Settings Menu

    List of Functions Settings Menu For EMP-1815 For EMP-1810 Sub Menu Function Keystone You can correct keystone distortion in images. H/V Keystone : Corrects horizontal and vertical keystone distortion. Select one of "V-Keystone", "H-Keystone" and "Auto V-Keystone". If "Auto V-Keystone" is selected and set to "On", vertical tilt of the projector is detected and automatically corrected. When set to "Off", correct manually by the [w], [v], [<] and [>] buttons on the control panel.

  • Page 44: Extended Menu

    List of Functions Extended Menu For EMP-1815 For EMP-1810 Sub Menu Function Display You can make settings related to the projector's display. Messages: You can set whether to display (On) or not display (Off) the source name when you change the input source, the colour mode name when you change the colour mode, a message when no image signal is input, and so on.
  • Page 45 USB Type B Set to "USB Display" when the projector and a computer are connected by a USB cable and computer images are projected. s Wireless LAN (EMP-1815 only) Quick Connection Guide Set to "Wireless Mouse" when the mouse pointer is to be operated by the remote control. s p.28...

  • Page 46: Network Menu (Emp-1815 Only)

    List of Functions Network Menu (EMP-1815 Only) When "Network Protect" is set to "On" in "Password Protect", a message is displayed and the settings cannot be changed. You can make changes after setting "Network Protect" to "Off". s p.35 Sub Menu...

  • Page 47: Operations In The Network Menu

    List of Functions Operations in the Network Menu The screen returns to the configuration menu. Selection from the top menu, selection of submenus, and changing of selected items are the same as operations in the configuration menu. Top menu Sub menu (Settings) Soft keyboard operations Guide The network menu contains items that require input of alphanumerics...

  • Page 48: Basic Menu

    List of Functions Basic Menu Sub Menu Function Projector name You can enter a name for the projector. When connected to a network, this name is used to identify the projector. The initial value is "EMPxxxxxx" (where xxxxxx are the last six digits of the MAC Address). You can enter up to 16 single-byte alphanumeric characters. PJLink Password Enter a password to use when you access the projector using compatible PJLink software.

  • Page 49: Wireless Lan Menu

    ESSID Enter an ESSID. When an ESSID is provided for the wireless LAN system in which the projector participates, enter the ESSID. The initial value is EPSON. You can enter up to 32 single-byte alphanumeric characters. DHCP You can set whether to use DHCP (On) or not (Off).

  • Page 50: Security Menu

    List of Functions Security Menu Sub Menu Function Security Select the security type from the items that are displayed. sEasyMP Operation Guide When setting up security, follow the instructions from the administrator of the network system you are about to access. Type of security When connecting and communicating in wireless LAN mode, you can select one of the following encryption and authentication methods.
  • Page 51 List of Functions System Authentication Notes EAP-TLS Electronic certification, CA certification EAP-TTLS User ID, Password Funk Software Company PEAP/MS-CHAPv2 User ID, Password Microsoft Corporation PEAP/EAP-GTC User ID, Password Cisco Systems Company LEAP User ID, Password Cisco Systems Company • For setting details, follow the directions from the network administrator of your network. •...
  • Page 52 List of Functions When WEP is selected Sub Menu Function WEP encryption You can set the encryption for WEP encoding. 128 bit: Uses 128 (104) bit encoding 64 bit: Uses 64 (40) bit encoding Format You can set the input method for the WEP encrypted key. ASCII: Input text.
  • Page 53 List of Functions When WPA-PSK (TKIP) or WPA2-PSK (AES) are selected Sub Menu Function PSK (Encryption You can enter a PreSharedKey (encrypted key) in single-byte alphanumeric characters. Enter at least 8 and up to 64 characters. When the key) PreSharedKey is entered and the [Enter] button is pressed, the value is set and displayed as an asterisk (*). You cannot enter more than 32 characters on the option settings menu.

  • Page 54: Wired Lan Menu

    List of Functions Wired LAN Menu Sub Menu Function DHCP You can set whether to use DHCP (On) or not (Off). If this is set to "On" you cannot set any more addresses. IP address You can input the IP address assigned to the projector. You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of the address.

  • Page 55: Mail Menu

    List of Functions Mail Menu When this is set, if the projector enters an abnormal/warning state, you are notified by e-mail. Sub Menu Function Mail Notification You can set whether to be notified by mail (On) or not (Off). SMTP server You can input the IP address for the SMTP server for the projector.

  • Page 56: Snmp Menu

    List of Functions SNMP Menu You can set the SNMP . To use SNMP to monitor the projector, you need to install the SNMP manager program on your computer. SNMP should be managed by a network administrator. Sub Menu Function SNMP trap IP You can register up to two for the SNMP trap notification destination.

  • Page 57: Info Menu (Display Only)

    List of Functions Info Menu (Display Only) Lets you check the status of the image signals being projected and the status of the projector. Items displayed vary depending on the image signal currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots. EasyMP Computer image/Component video Composite video...

  • Page 58: Reset Menu

    List of Functions Reset Menu Sub Menu Function Reset All You can reset all items in all menus to their default settings. The following items are not reset to their defaults: "Computer1 Input", "Computer2 Input", "User's Logo", "Multi-screen", all items for "Network" menus, "Lamp Hours", and "Language".

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help............. 60 Problem Solving ..........61 • Reading the Indicators............61 t Power indicator lights red ............62 i · o Indicator is lit or flashing orange.........63 •...

  • Page 60: Using The Help

    Using the Help Confirm the selection. If a problem occurs with the projector, Help uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. Using the remote control Using the control panel Procedure Press the [Help] button. The help screen is displayed. Using the remote control Using the control panel Questions and solutions are displayed as shown on the screen...

  • Page 61: Problem Solving

    Problem Solving If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators" below. If the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be, refer to "When the Indicators Provide No Help". s p.64 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following three indicators that indicate the operating status of the projector.

  • Page 62: Power Indicator Lights Red

    Problem Solving Abnormal t Power indicator lights red : Lit : Flashing: : Off Status Cause Remedy or Status Internal Error Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the World-Wide Warranty Terms.

  • Page 63: I · O Indicator Is Lit Or Flashing Orange

    Problem Solving Warning i · o Indicator is lit or flashing orange : Lit : Flashing : Off : Varies according to the projector status Status Cause Remedy or Status High Temp Warning (This is not an abnormality. However, if the temperature rises too high again, projection stops automatically.) Orange •...

  • Page 64: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    Problem Solving When the Indicators Provide No Help Problems when projection starts If any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer a Power does not turn on s p.69 solution, refer to the pages given for each problem. Problems relating to images Other problems No images appear s...

  • Page 65: Problems Relating To Images

    Problem Solving Problems relating to images No images appear Check Remedy Did you press the [Power] button? Press the [Power] button to turn the power on. Are the indicators switched off? The power cable is not connected correctly or power is not being supplied normally. Connect the projector's power cable correctly.
  • Page 66 Problem Solving The message "Not supported." is displayed Check Remedy Is the image signal format setting correct? Change the setting according to the signal for the connected equipment. s"Signal"-"Video Signal" p.42 Only when projecting images from a video source Do the image signal resolution and the refresh rate Refer to the computer's documentation for how to change the image signal resolution and the refresh rate correspond to the mode? output from the computer.
  • Page 67 Problem Solving Interference or distortion appear in images Check Remedy Is the image signal format setting correct? Change the setting according to the signal for the connected equipment. s"Signal"-"Video Signal" p.42 Only when projecting images from a video source Are the cables connected correctly? Check that all the cables required for projection are securely connected.
  • Page 68 Problem Solving Image colours are not right Check Remedy Do the input signal settings match the signals from the Change the following settings according to the signal for the connected equipment. connected device? In case of an image from a computer connected to the Computer1, Computer2 input terminal s"Signal"- "Computer1/2 Input"...

  • Page 69: Problems When Projection Starts

    Problem Solving Problems when projection starts Power does not turn on Check Remedy Did you press the [Power] button? Press the [Power] button to turn the power on. Are the indicators switched off? The power cable is not connected correctly or power is not being supplied normally. Connect the projector's power cable correctly.
  • Page 70 When the button is released, normal remote control operation resumes. Mail is not received even if an abnormality occurs in the projector (EMP-1815 only) Check Remedy Is "Standby Mode"...

  • Page 71: Appendices

    • Cable Layouts ..............90 • Replacing the Air Filter............78 Serial connection................90 Air filter replacement period ............78 PJLink (EMP-1815 Only) ........91 How to replace the air filter............78 List of Supported Monitor Displays ....92 Saving a User’s Logo ......... 79 Computer image................

  • Page 72: Installation Methods

    Installation Methods The projector supports the following four different projection methods. • Project images from in front • Project images from behind a of the screen. (Front translucent screen. (Rear Attention projection) projection) • A special method of installation is required when suspending the projector from a ceiling (ceiling mount).

  • Page 73: Cleaning

    Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate. Attention If dust collects on the air filter it can cause the internal temperature of the projector to rise, and this can lead to problems with operation Cleaning the Projector's Surface and shorten the optical engine's service life.

  • Page 74: Replacing Consumables

    Replacing Consumables Replace the old batteries with new batteries. This section explains how to replace the remote control batteries, the lamp, and the air filter. Attention Check the positions of the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery Replacing the Remote Control Batteries holder to ensure the batteries are inserted the correct way.

  • Page 75: Replacing The Lamp

    Replacing Consumables Replacing the Lamp Attention • The lamp replacement message is set to appear after the following Lamp replacement period time periods in order to maintain the initial brightness and quality It is time to replace the lamp when: of the projected images.
  • Page 76 Replacing Consumables Loosen the two lamp fixing screws. Procedure After you turn off the projector's power and the confirmation buzzer beeps twice, disconnect the power cable. Wait until the lamp has cooled down, then remove the lamp cover. Loosen the lamp cover fixing screw with the screwdriver supplied with the new lamp or a + head screwdriver.

  • Page 77: Resetting The Lamp Operating Time

    Replacing Consumables Install the new lamp. Replace the lamp cover. Insert the new lamp along the guide rail in the correct direction so that it fits in place, push it down firmly, and once it is fully inserted tighten the two screws. Attention •...

  • Page 78: Replacing The Air Filter

    Replacing Consumables Install the new air filter. Replacing the Air Filter Slide the air filter in from the outside and push until it clicks into place. Air filter replacement period It is time to replace the air filter when: • The air filter is ripped. •...

  • Page 79: Saving A User's Logo

    Saving a User’s Logo From the configuration menu, select "Extended" - You can save the image that is currently being projected as a user's "User's Logo". s "Using the Configuration Menu" logo. p.40 Check the buttons you can use and the operations they perform in When a user's logo is saved, the previous user's logo is the guide under the menu.
  • Page 80 Saving a User’s Logo The image is recorded and a selection marquee box When "Select this image?" is displayed, select is displayed. Move the box to select the part of the "Yes". image to use as the user's logo. Select the zoom factor from the zoom setting screen.

  • Page 81: Screen Size And Distance

    Screen Size and Distance See the following table to choose the best position for your projector. The values are only a guide. Units: cm (in.) Units: cm (in.) Projection Distance Projection Distance 4:3 Screen Size 16:9 Screen Size Offset Offset Minimum Maximum Minimum...

  • Page 82: Connecting Usb Devices

    Connecting USB Devices (Digital Camera, Hard Disk Drive or Memory Devices) (EMP-1815 Only) USB2.0/1.1-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 devices can be played back by EasyMP CardPlayer.

  • Page 83: Inserting And Ejecting Compactflash Cards (Emp-1815 Only)

    Inserting and Ejecting CompactFlash Cards (EMP-1815 Only) On the EMP-1815, CompactFlash cards can be used as external How to Remove Cards memory storage. The following explains how to insert and eject CompactFlash cards. Attention How to Insert Cards When the access indicator of the card slot is lit green or is flashing, do not remove the CompactFlash card.

  • Page 84: Card Slot Access Indicator Statuses

    Inserting and Ejecting CompactFlash Cards (EMP-1815 Only) Press the eject button again. The CompactFlash card is ejected from the card slot. Remove the card from the card slot. Attention Be sure to push the eject button back in. If the eject button stays out, it may become bent or damaged in other ways.

  • Page 85: Connecting To External Equipment

    Connecting to External Equipment Connecting to an External Monitor Connecting to External Speakers Computer images being input to the Computer1 port can be displayed on You can connect speakers with built-in amplifiers to the projector's Audio an external monitor and the screen at the same time when connected to the Out port to enjoy a fuller quality of sound.

  • Page 86: Connecting A Lan Cable

    Connecting a LAN Cable Connect with a commercially available 100baseTX or 10baseT type LAN cable. To LAN port To LAN port LAN cable (commercially available) Attention To prevent malfunctions, use a category 5 shielded LAN cable. Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 87: Optional Accessories And Consumables

    Optional Accessories and Consumables The following list of optional accessories is current as of February, Consumables 2007. Details of accessories are subject to change without notice and Lamp unit ELPLP40 availability may vary depending on the country of purchase. Use as a replacement for used lamps. Air filter (by 2) ELPAF08 Optional accessories Use as a replacement for used air filters.

  • Page 88: Glossary

    Glossary This section explains easily terms that are used with the projector and difficult terms that are not explained in the text of this guide. For details, refer to other commercially available publications. Aspect ratio The ratio between an image's length and its height. HDTV images have an aspect ratio of 16:9 and appear elongated. The aspect ratio for standard images is 4:3.
  • Page 89 Glossary Squeeze mode In this mode, wide-screen images in 16:9 mode are compressed in the horizontal direction so that they are stored on the recording medium as 4:3 images. When these images are played back by the projector in squeeze mode, they are restored to their original 16:9 format. sRGB An international standard for colour intervals that was formulated so that colours that are reproduced by video equipment can be handled easily by computer operating systems (OS) and the Internet.

  • Page 90: Esc/Vp21 Commands

    ":" is returned. Item Command Power ON/OFF PWR ON PWR OFF Signal selection Video SOURCE 41 S-Video SOURCE 42 EasyMP (EMP-1815 SOURCE 50 only) A/V Mute ON/OFF MUTE ON MUTE OFF A/V Mute selection Black MSEL 00 Blue MSEL 01 <At the projector>...

  • Page 91: Pjlink (Emp-1815 Only)

    PJLink (EMP-1815 Only) PJLink Class 1 was established by the JBMIA (Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association) as a standard protocol for controlling network-compatible projector's as part of their efforts to standardize projector control protocols. The projector complies with the PJLink Class 1 standard established by the JBMIA.

  • Page 92: List Of Supported Monitor Displays

    List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer image Component video Number of Resolutions (dots) Refresh Rate Pixels Used Signal Aspect Ratio Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate Resolution (Hz) Signal When Display 16:9 (Hz) (dots) is Resized SDTV (525i) 1024 ^ 768 1024 ^ 576 (dots) SDTV (625i) 1024 ^ 768...

  • Page 93: Specifications

    Specifications Product name Multimedia Projector Multimedia Projector EMP-1815 EMP-1810 Pixelworks DNX are used in this projector. Dimensions 345 (W) ^ 86 (H) ^ 257 (D) mm (not including protruding parts) Panel size 0.8" Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Angle of tilt...
  • Page 94 USB connector (Type A) LAN unit) Card slot CompactFlash card * This supports USB2.0. USB ports are not guaranteed to operate all devices that support USB. Other detailed specifications, please access your location (country/area) from Epson homepage, http://www.epson.com Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 95 Specifications Safety standards USA: UL60950-1 Canada: CSA C22.2 No.60950-1 EU: The Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) IEC/EN60950-1 This product is also designed for IT power distribution system with phase-to-phase voltage 230V. EMC standards USA: FCC Part 15B Class B (DoC) Canada: ICES-003 Class B EU: The EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) EN55022, Class B...
  • Page 96 However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television Epson America, Inc. reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the...

  • Page 97: Appearance

    Appearance 3-M4^9 Centre of lens 98.0 86.0 257.0 47.1 92.0 90.0 345.0 115.0 127.0 53.0 * Distance from centre of lens to suspension bracket fixing point Units: mm Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 98: Index

    Index Cross ..............27 A/V mute ............. 23 Image menu ............41 A/V mute slide ............7 Indicators ............61 DHCP ..............49 Abs. Color Temp..........41 Info menu ............57 Direct power on ...........45 Air exhaust vent ............ 7 Input signal ............57 Display ..............44 Air filter ..............
  • Page 99 Index Replacing batteries ..........74 Request code ............36 Reset all ...............58 Operating temperature ........93 Temp indicator ............ 61 Reset menu ............58 Operation ............45 Theatre ..............22 Resetting the lamp operating time ....58, 77 Operation lock ..........37, 43 Tint ..............41 Resize ..............92 Optional accessories ...........
  • Page 100 Microsoft Corporation in the U.S and/or other countries. Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the Pixelworks and DNX are trademarks of Pixelworks, Inc. purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or...

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