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  • Page 1 User's Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notations Used in This Guide Connecting to a Computer for HDMI Video and Audio ........... 28 Connecting to Smartphones or Tablets................29 Connecting to Video Sources ....................29 Introduction to Your Projector Connecting to an HDMI Video Source ................30 Connecting to a Component-to-VGA Video Source ..........
  • Page 3 Contents Adjusting the Image Height............54 Using Interactive Touch Operations with Your Finger ........... 81 Calibrating for Touch Operations with Your Finger........... 83 Image Shape ..................55 Safety Instructions for Interactive Touch Operations..........85 Correcting the Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons ..........55 Laser Warning Labels ......................
  • Page 4 Contents Projector Security Features ............139 Using the Interactive Features Temporarily on Only One of the Projectors..109 Password Security Types......................139 Adjusting Projector Features Setting a Password ....................... 139 Selecting Password Security Types ................140 Entering a Password to Use the Projector..............141 Projecting Two Images Simultaneously ........
  • Page 5 Contents Projector Reset Options - Reset Menu ......... 194 Cable Layouts ..........................160 PJLink Support ................162 Copying Menu Settings Between Projectors (Batch Setup) ..195 Crestron RoomView Support ............163 Transferring Settings From a USB Flash Drive ..............195 Transferring Settings From a Computer ................
  • Page 6 Contents Appendix Solutions When Image is Incorrect Using the USB Display Function ..... 220 Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears ............... 221 Displaying From a Laptop....................221 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts......234 Displaying From a Mac Laptop..................221 Cables .............................. 234 Solutions When "Not Supported"...
  • Page 7: Notations Used In This Guide

    Notations Used in This Guide Safety Symbols The projector and its manuals use graphical symbols and labels to indicate content that tells you how to use the projector safely. Read and carefully follow the instructions that are marked with these symbols and labels to avoid injury to persons or damage to property. This symbol indicates information that, if ignored, could possibly result in personal injury or even death.
  • Page 8: Introduction To Your Projector

    Introduction to Your Projector Refer to these sections to learn more about your projector's features and part names. g g Related Links • "Projector Features" • "Projector Parts and Functions" p.12...
  • Page 9: Projector Features

    Projector Features This projector comes with this special features. Refer to these sections for • Easily print, save, and deliver your presentations. more details. • Computer operations from the projected screen. g g Related Links • Touch-based interactivity using your finger. •...
  • Page 10: Connect With Computers

    Connect with Mobile Devices by splitting the projected screen. You can project images from computers on the network, or from smartphones or tablet devices on which Epson • HDMI1/MHL port to connect an MHL cable to the mobile device and to iProjection is installed.
  • Page 11: Enlarge And Project Your Files With The Document Camera

    Projector Features Enlarge and Project Your Files with the Document Camera Optional document camera to project paper document and objects. You can operate the optional document camera from the projected screen. You cannot operate ELPDC06/ELPDC11/ELPDC12/ELPDC20 from the projected screen.
  • Page 12: Projector Parts And Functions

    Projector Parts and Functions The following sections explain the projector parts and their functions. Projector Parts - Front/Side g g Related Links • "Projector Parts - Front/Side" p.12 • "Projector Parts - Top/Side" p.13 • "Projector Parts - Interface" p.14 •...
  • Page 13: Projector Parts - Top/Side

    Projector Parts and Functions Name Function Projector Parts - Top/Side Air exhaust vent Exhaust vent for air used to cool the projector internally. Warning Do not look into the vents. If the lamp explodes, gases may escape and small fragments of glass may be scattered which could cause an injury.
  • Page 14: Projector Parts - Interface

    Projector Parts and Functions Name Function Projector Parts - Interface Remote receiver Receives signals from the remote control. Projection window Images are projected from here. Warning • Do not look into the projection window while projecting. • Do not place any objects or put your hand near the projection window.
  • Page 15 Projector Parts and Functions Name Function Name Function Audio port Inputs audio from equipment connected to the USB-A port Connects a USB memory device or a digital camera Computer port. and projects movies or images using PC Free. Select USB1 as the image source when you connect a USB From now on, referred to as the Audio 1 port.
  • Page 16: Projector Parts - Base

    Projector Parts and Functions Projector Parts - Base Name Function Security cable Pass a commercially available wire lock through here attachment point and lock it in place. Do not pass drop-prevention wires through here when mounting the projector on a wall or suspending it from a ceiling.
  • Page 17: Projector Parts - Remote Control

    Projector Parts and Functions Name Function Projector Parts - Remote Control [Source Search] Changes to the next input source. button [Enter] button [ ] Enters the current selection and moves to the next level while displaying the projector's menu or help. Optimizes Tracking, Sync., and Position in the projector's Signal menu while projecting an analog RGB signal from the Computer port.
  • Page 18 Projector Parts and Functions Name Function Name Function Turns the projector on or off. Strap attachment Allows you to attach a commercially available strap to Power button [ point the remote control. From now on, referred to as the power button. [Home] button Displays and closes the Home screen.
  • Page 19: Projector Parts - Interactive Pens

    Projector Parts and Functions Projector Parts - Interactive Pens Name Function Button When Pen Button Function is set to Eraser in the projector's Extended menu, press the button to switch Hold the pen to turn it on automatically. Pens turn off automatically after 15 the tip function between pen and eraser while drawing.
  • Page 20: Projector Parts - Pen Tray

    Projector Parts and Functions Projector Parts - Pen Tray Projector Parts - Touch Unit Front When the dial cover is not attached Name Function Fixing points Attach the pen tray to a whiteboard or wall. Security lock hole Pass a commercially available lock through here. It is recommended that the pen tray be tightened with two Name Function...
  • Page 21 Attention • Do not connect the Touch Unit to any devices except for EB-696Ui. The device could malfunction, or laser light could leak beyond the limit. • Make sure you use the supplied Touch Unit connection cable. Operations are not possible with a commercially available cable.
  • Page 22: Setting Up The Projector

    Setting Up the Projector Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your projector. g g Related Links • "Projector Placement" p.23 • "Projector Connections" p.26 • "Installing Batteries in the Remote Control" p.38 • "Installing Batteries in the Pens" p.39 •...
  • Page 23: Projector Placement

    Projector Placement You can install the projector on a wall, or place it on a table to project images. Attention You need the optional mounts when suspending the projector from a ceiling, • If you are using the projector at altitudes above 1500 m, set the High Altitude installing it on a wall, or placing it vertically on a table.
  • Page 24: Settings When Using The Interactive Features

    Projector Placement Front Upside Down/Rear Upside Down Settings when Using the Interactive Features When using the interactive features, project from in front of the screen. Set Projection to Front/Upside Down or Front. Attention The interactive features are operated using infrared communication. Note the following points when installing the projector.
  • Page 25: Settings When Using The Touch Unit

    Projector Placement • We recommend using a smooth, board type screen without any unevenness. If the projection screen is uneven, there may be distortions in the projected image. • Distortions may occur in the projected image depending on the material of the screen and the installation method. •...
  • Page 26: Projector Connections

    • For slide shows or presentations without a computer, you can connect USB s Extended > A/V Settings > Audio Output devices (such as a flash drive or camera) or the optional Epson document • Make sure the audio cable is labeled "No resistance".
  • Page 27: Connecting To A Computer For Usb Video And Audio

    Connect the other end to the projector's Audio 1 port. Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer. Turn on the projector and your computer. Do one of the following to install the Epson USB Display software:...
  • Page 28: Connecting To A Computer For Hdmi Video And Audio

    • Windows: Select Run EMP_UDSE.EXE in the dialog box that is displayed to install the Epson USB Display software. • OS X: The Epson USB Display setup folder is displayed on your Connect the HDMI cable to your computer's HDMI output port.
  • Page 29: Connecting To Smartphones Or Tablets

    Projector Connections charging the smartphone or tablet device may not work or you may not Connecting to Smartphones or Tablets be able to perform operations using the projector's remote control. You can connect the projector to smartphones and tablets using a MHL cable •...
  • Page 30: Connecting To An Hdmi Video Source

    Projector Connections g g Related Links Connecting to an HDMI Video Source • "Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu" p.177 If your video source has an HDMI port, you can connect it to the projector using an HDMI cable and send the image source's audio with the projected Connecting to a Component-to-VGA Video Source image.
  • Page 31: Connecting To A Composite Video Source

    Projector Connections Connect the VGA connector to a Computer port on the projector. If your image colors appear incorrectly, you may need to change the Input Signal setting in the projector's Signal menu. g g Related Links • "Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu" p.172 Connecting to a Composite Video Source If your video source has a composite video port, you can connect it to the...
  • Page 32: Connecting To External Usb Devices

    Projector Connections Connect the other end to the projector's Audio 2 port. • Digital cameras or smartphones must be USB-mounted devices, not TWAIN-compliant devices, and must be USB Mass Storage Class- compliant. • USB hard drives must meet these requirements: •...
  • Page 33: Disconnecting A Usb Device

    You can connect a document camera to your projector to project images viewed by the camera. The connection method varies depending on your Epson document camera model. See the document camera manual for details. • Select USB2 as the image source when you connect a USB document camera to one of the USB-A ports.
  • Page 34: Connecting To External Speakers

    Projector Connections Connecting to External Speakers • If you want to output images to an external monitor when the projector is turned off, you need to do the following: To enhance the sound from your presentation, you can connect the projector •...
  • Page 35: Connecting A Microphone

    Projector Connections Connect the stereo mini-jack end of the cable to your projector's Audio Connect the microphone cable to the projector's Mic port. Out port. Turn on the microphone, if necessary. Connecting a Microphone You can connect a microphone to the projector's Mic port to provide audio support during presentations.
  • Page 36 Projector Connections Connect one end of the cable to the SYNC IN port on one projector, Select the Extended menu and press [Enter]. and connect the other end to the SYNC OUT port on the other projector. If you are connecting three or more projectors, connect the Select the Easy Interactive Function setting and press [Enter].
  • Page 37 Projector Connections In the General section, select Advanced, and then press [Enter]. • If you are using the projector in the same room as another projector that does not support cable connection, set the Wired Sync Mode setting to Mode 2 in the projector's Extended menu.
  • Page 38: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    Installing Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control uses the two AA batteries that came with the projector. Warning Attention Check the positions of the (+) and (–) marks inside the battery holder to ensure the batteries are inserted the correct way. If the batteries are not used Make sure you read the Safety Instructions before handling the batteries.
  • Page 39: Installing Batteries In The Pens

    Installing Batteries in the Pens Each pen uses one AA battery. Replace the battery cover and press it down until it clicks into place. Attention Make sure you read the Safety Instructions before handling the battery. Open the battery cover as shown. Insert the battery with the + and –...
  • Page 40: Remote Control Operation

    Remote Control Operation The remote control lets you control the projector from almost anywhere in the room. Make sure that you aim the remote control at the projector's receivers within the distance and angles listed here. Avoid using the remote control in conditions with bright fluorescent lights or in direct sunlight, or the projector may not respond to commands.
  • Page 41: Using Basic Projector Features

    Using Basic Projector Features Follow the instructions in these sections to use your projector's basic features. g g Related Links • "Turning On the Projector" p.42 • "Turning Off the Projector" p.45 • "Setting the Date and Time" p.46 • "Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus" p.48 •...
  • Page 42: Turning On The Projector

    Turning On the Projector Turn on the computer or video equipment you want to use after you turn on Try the following if you do not see a projected image. the projector. • Turn on the connected computer or video device. •...
  • Page 43: Home Screen

    Turning On the Projector You can also select menu items using the interactive pen or your finger. • When the Direct Power On setting is set to On in the projector's Extended menu, the projector turns on as soon as you plug it in. Note that the projector also turns on automatically in cases such as recovery from a power outage.
  • Page 44 Turning On the Projector The Home screen disappears after 10 minutes of inactivity. g g Related Links • "Image Shape" p.55 • "Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu" p.177 • "Using a QR Code to Connect a Mobile Device" p.152 •...
  • Page 45: Turning Off The Projector

    Turning Off the Projector Turn off the projector after use. • Turn off this product when it is not in use to prolong the life of the projector. Lamp life varies depending on the mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Brightness decreases over time. Press the power button on the control panel or remote control.
  • Page 46: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time You can set the date and time for the projector. You see this screen: Turn on the projector. Press the [Menu] button on the control panel or remote control. Select Date, press [Enter], and use the displayed keyboard to enter today's date.
  • Page 47 Setting the Date and Time To activate daylight saving time, select the Daylight Saving Time Press [Menu] or [Esc] to exit the menus. setting and press [Enter]. Then select settings. When you are finished, select Set and press [Enter]. To update the time automatically through an Internet time server, select the Internet Time setting and press [Enter].
  • Page 48: Selecting The Language For The Projector Menus

    Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus If you want to view the projector's menus and messages in another language, Press [Menu] or [Esc] to exit the menus. you can change the Language setting. Turn on the projector. Press the [Menu] button on the control panel or remote control. Select the Extended menu and press [Enter].
  • Page 49: Projection Modes

    Projection Modes Depending on how you positioned the projector, you may need to change the To change projection back to the original mode, hold down the [A/V projection mode so your images project correctly. Mute] button for 5 seconds again. •...
  • Page 50 Projection Modes Select the Extended menu and press [Enter]. Select Projection and press [Enter]. Select a projection mode and press [Enter]. Press [Menu] or [Esc] to exit the menus.
  • Page 51: Focusing The Image

    Focusing the Image You can display the test pattern, and then adjust the focus. Select Pattern and press [Enter]. Press the [Menu] button on the control panel or remote control. Select the Settings menu and press [Enter]. Select Test Pattern and press [Enter].
  • Page 52 Focusing the Image Open the air filter cover. Move the focus lever and focus to the center-bottom of the projected screen.
  • Page 53 Focusing the Image Check that the focus matches the corners of the projected screen. To remove the test pattern, press the [Esc] button on the remote control or the control panel. If any areas are out of focus, use the focus lever to adjust until the corners are the same focus.
  • Page 54: Adjusting The Image Height

    Adjusting the Image Height If you are projecting from a table or other flat surface and the image is too If the image is tilted, rotate the rear feet to adjust their height. high or low, you can adjust the image height using the projector's adjustable feet (only for models supplied with the feet).
  • Page 55: Image Shape

    Image Shape You can project an even, rectangular image by placing the projector directly Press one of the keystone adjustment buttons on the control panel to in front of the center of the screen and keeping it level. If you place the display the Keystone adjustment screen.
  • Page 56: Correcting The Image Shape With Quick Corner

    Image Shape Press a keystone button to adjust the image shape. g g Related Links • "Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu" p.174 Correcting the Image Shape with Quick Corner You can use the projector's Quick Corner setting to correct the shape and size of an image that is unevenly rectangular.
  • Page 57 Image Shape Select the Settings menu and press [Enter]. Select Quick Corner and press [Enter]. Press [Enter] again if necessary. You see the area selection screen. Use the arrow buttons to select the corner of the image you want to adjust.
  • Page 58: Correcting Image Shape With Curved Surface

    Image Shape Correcting Image Shape with Curved Surface • If you see this screen, you cannot adjust the shape any further in the direction indicated by the gray triangle. You can use the projector's Arc Correction setting to adjust the shape of an image projected on a curved or spherical surface.
  • Page 59 Image Shape Select the Settings menu and press [Enter]. Select Arc Correction and press [Enter]. Select Arc Correction and press [Enter]. Select Geometry Correction and press [Enter]. You see the area selection screen. Use the arrow buttons to select the area of the image you want to adjust, then press [Enter].
  • Page 60: Loading Image Shape Setting From Memory

    Image Shape To reset the Arc Correction settings, hold down [Esc] for about To save the current shape of an image you have adjusted, select two seconds while the area selection screen is displayed, and then Save Memory in the Arc Correction setting. You can save up to select Yes.
  • Page 61 Image Shape Hold down the [Num] button on the remote control, and then press the numeric button (1, 2, or 3) that matches the number of the saved setting. The illustration above is only an example. When you have finished loading the settings, follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 62: Resizing The Image With The Buttons

    Resizing the Image with the Buttons You can resize the image using the Wide and Tele buttons. Turn on the projector and display an image. Press the Wide button on the projector's control panel to enlarge the image size. Press the Tele button to reduce the image size. You can also adjust the Zoom setting in the projector's Settings menu.
  • Page 63: Adjusting The Image Position

    Adjusting the Image Position You can use the Image Shift feature to adjust the image position without Use the arrow buttons on the projector or remote control to adjust the moving the projector. image position. This feature is not available if the Zoom option is set to the widest setting.
  • Page 64: Selecting An Image Source

    Selecting an Image Source When multiple image sources are connected to the projector, such as a This screen is displayed when no image signal is detected. computer and DVD player, you can switch from one image source to the Check the cable connections between the projector and image other.
  • Page 65 Selecting an Image Source Network source (LAN) • Press the [Home] button on the control panel or remote control. Then select the source you want to use from the screen displayed.
  • Page 66: Image Aspect Ratio

    Image Aspect Ratio The projector can display images in different width-to-height ratios called To display images without black bars, set Resolution to Wide or aspect ratios. Normally, the input signal from your video source determines Normal in the projector’s Signal menu according to the computer’s the image's aspect ratio.
  • Page 67: Projected Image Appearance With Each Aspect Mode

    Image Aspect Ratio Aspect mode Description Native Displays images as is (aspect ratio and resolution are maintained). Projected Image Appearance with Each Aspect Mode Black bands and cropped images may project in certain aspect ratios, depending on the aspect ratio and resolution of your input signal. See the following table to confirm the position of black bands and cropped images.
  • Page 68: Color Mode

    Color Mode The projector offers different color modes to provide optimum brightness, You can also set the Color Mode setting in the projector's Image contrast, and color for a variety of viewing environments and image types. menu. You can select the mode designed to match your image and environment, or experiment with the available modes.
  • Page 69 Color Mode Press the [Menu] button on the control panel or remote control. Select Auto Iris and press [Enter]. Select the Image menu and press [Enter]. Choose one of the following options and press [Enter]: • High Speed to adjust brightness as soon as the scene changes. •...
  • Page 70: Adjusting The Image Color

    Adjusting the Image Color You can fine-tune various aspects of how colors are displayed in your Select the Image menu and press [Enter]. projected images. g g Related Links • "Adjusting the Hue, Saturation, and Brightness" p.70 • "Adjusting the Gamma" p.71 Adjusting the Hue, Saturation, and Brightness You can adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Brightness settings for individual...
  • Page 71: Adjusting The Gamma

    Adjusting the Image Color • To adjust the overall vividness of the color, adjust the Saturation Select the Image menu and press [Enter]. setting. • To adjust the overall color brightness of the color, adjust the Brightness setting. Press [Menu] or [Esc] to exit the menus. Select Advanced and press [Enter].
  • Page 72 Adjusting the Image Color the dark areas of images become brighter, but the color saturation for lighter areas may become weaker. Press [Menu] or [Esc] to exit the menus.
  • Page 73: Controlling The Volume With The Volume Buttons

    Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons The volume buttons control the projector's internal speaker system. You can also control the volume of any external speakers you connected to the projector. You must adjust the volume separately for each connected input source. Turn on the projector and start a presentation.
  • Page 74: Using The Interactive Features

    Using the Interactive Features Follow the instructions in these sections to use the interactive features. g g Related Links • "Interactive Feature Modes" p.75 • "Preparing Before Using Interactive Features" p.76 • "Drawing on a Projected Image (Annotation Mode)" p.87 •...
  • Page 75: Interactive Feature Modes

    Interactive Feature Modes You can perform the following operations with the interactive features. • In computer interactive mode, you can use interactive pens or your finger as you would use a mouse. This allows you to navigate, select, and scroll •...
  • Page 76: Preparing Before Using Interactive Features

    Preparing Before Using Interactive Features This section provides safety instructions on setting up and using the Make sure the pen batteries are installed. interactive pens or performing touch operations with your finger. Read these instructions before using the interactive features. g g Related Links •...
  • Page 77 Preparing Before Using Interactive Features • To switch the pen operation from a drawing tool to an eraser or other • Pens turns off automatically after 15 seconds when they are placed functions selected in the projector's Extended menu, press the button on on.
  • Page 78: Pen Calibration

    Preparing Before Using Interactive Features Press the [Menu] button, select the Extended menu, and press the • "Calibrating Automatically" p.78 [Enter] button. • "Calibrating Manually" p.79 • "Projector Parts - Interactive Pens" p.19 Pen Calibration Calibration coordinates the positioning of the pen with the location of your cursor.
  • Page 79: Calibrating Manually

    Preparing Before Using Interactive Features Select Auto Calibration and press the [Enter] button. A pattern appears then disappears, and the system is calibrated. If you see a message that calibration failed, you need to calibrate manually. The cursor location and pen position should match after calibration. If not, you may need to calibrate manually.
  • Page 80 Preparing Before Using Interactive Features Select the Easy Interactive Function setting and press the [Enter] The following screen appears. button. Select Manual Calibration and press the [Enter] button. Adjust the focus, if necessary, by opening the air filter cover on the side of the projector and sliding the focus lever.
  • Page 81: Using Interactive Touch Operations With Your Finger

    Preparing Before Using Interactive Features The circle disappears, and you see another circle below the first one. Touch the center of the next circle, then repeat. When you get to the bottom of the column, the next circle appears at the top of a new column.
  • Page 82 Preparing Before Using Interactive Features The projector recognizes up to six touch points in computer interactive mode. • Check the following if the Touch Unit does not turn on. When performing touch operations with your finger, you can use two fingers •...
  • Page 83: Calibrating For Touch Operations With Your Finger

    Preparing Before Using Interactive Features Calibrating for Touch Operations with Your Finger • If your device supports these functions, you can also do the following: Calibration coordinates the positioning of your finger with the location of • To zoom in or out, touch an item using two fingers, and either your cursor.
  • Page 84 Preparing Before Using Interactive Features Select the Easy Interactive Function setting and press [Enter]. Select Touch Calibration and press the [Enter] button. The following screen appears. Select Touch Unit Setup and press the [Enter] button. Adjust the focus, if necessary, by opening the air filter cover on the side of the projector and sliding the focus lever.
  • Page 85: Safety Instructions For Interactive Touch Operations

    Preparing Before Using Interactive Features A flashing green circle appears in the upper left corner of your Touch the center of the next circle with your finger, then repeat. When projected image. you get to the bottom of the column, the next circle appears at the top of a new column.
  • Page 86: Laser Warning Labels

    Preparing Before Using Interactive Features The laser radiates from the laser diffusion ports on rear of the Touch Unit: The labels indicating the Class 1 laser product and warnings are placed in the following places on the Touch Unit: Note the following important points when performing touch operations. Warning •...
  • Page 87: Drawing On A Projected Image (Annotation Mode)

    Drawing on a Projected Image (Annotation Mode) You see the toolbar on the projected image, for example: Annotation mode lets you project from a computer, tablet, video device, or other source and add notes to your projected content using the interactive Drawing toolbar pens or your finger.
  • Page 88 Drawing on a Projected Image (Annotation Mode) g g Related Links • "Annotation Mode and Whiteboard Mode Toolbars" p.96 • "Bottom Toolbar for Projector Control" p.99...
  • Page 89: Using The Projected Screen As A Whiteboard (Whiteboard Mode)

    Using the Projected Screen as a Whiteboard (Whiteboard Mode) You see the whiteboard screen and toolbar, for example: You can use the interactive pens or your finger to write or draw on the projection surface just as you would on a chalkboard or dry erase board. Drawing toolbar Bottom toolbar •...
  • Page 90 Using the Projected Screen as a Whiteboard (Whiteboard Mode) You can also use the Easy Interactive Tools software to provide additional interactive features, such as treating the drawing area as a page, and creating multiple pages to draw on. See the Easy Interactive Tools Operation Guide for instructions.
  • Page 91: Control Computer Features From A Projected Screen (Computer Interactive Mode)

    Control Computer Features from a Projected Screen (Computer Interactive Mode) g g Related Links • "Computer Interactive Mode System Requirements" p.91 • "Using Computer Interactive Mode" p.92 • "Adjusting the Pen Operation Area" p.94 • "Installing Easy Interactive Driver on OS X" p.95 Computer Interactive Mode System Requirements Your computer must use one of the following operating systems to use the...
  • Page 92: Using Computer Interactive Mode

    Control Computer Features from a Projected Screen (Computer Interactive Mode) Press the [Menu] button, select the Extended menu, and then press OS X [Enter]. • OS X 10.7.x • OS X 10.8.x • OS X 10.9.x • OS X 10.10.x •...
  • Page 93 Control Computer Features from a Projected Screen (Computer Interactive Mode) • To use computer interactive mode and USB Display at the same time, select USB Display/Easy Interactive Function. • The icon is displayed on the right the first time. Next time, it is displayed on the side from which you last opened the toolbar.
  • Page 94: Adjusting The Pen Operation Area

    Control Computer Features from a Projected Screen (Computer Interactive Mode) Select the Easy Interactive Function setting and press [Enter]. • "Using the Interactive Features over a Network" p.103 • "Calibrating for Touch Operations with Your Finger" p.83 Adjusting the Pen Operation Area The pen operation area is normally adjusted automatically if you connect a different computer or adjust the computer's resolution.
  • Page 95: Installing Easy Interactive Driver On Os X

    When Auto Adjust Pen Area is set to On, change to Off. Turn on your computer. Insert the EPSON Projector Software for Easy Interactive Function CD Select Yes and press the [Enter] button. into the computer. You see the EPSON window.
  • Page 96: Interacting With The Screen

    Interacting with the Screen Follow these instructions to interact with the projected image or control the • To switch between annotation mode and whiteboard mode, select the projector. following icon in the toolbar. g g Related Links • "Switching the Interactive Mode" p.96 •...
  • Page 97 Interacting with the Screen In the following illustration, the annotation mode toolbar is shown on the left, Undoes the last operation. and the whiteboard mode toolbar on the right: Redoes the last undo. Switches to the computer interactive mode. Selects a white or black background or one of four patterns. Writes or draws free-form lines with custom pen.
  • Page 98: Selecting Line Width And Color

    Interacting with the Screen A box like the following appears: Clears all drawings. Hides or shows the toolbar while drawing. : The toolbar is hidden while drawing. : The toolbar is always displayed. Closes the toolbar. Displays which tool you are using with your pen or finger : Using pen tools.
  • Page 99: Selecting Whiteboard Templates

    You cannot save content that is protected by HDCP. The following box appears. Shares the current screen using EasyMP Multi PC Projection or Epson iProjection. You cannot share screen that is protected by HDCP. Changes the image source using the displayed list. To close the image source list, select the icon at the top of the list.
  • Page 100: Saving Drawing Content

    Saving Drawing Content Available features vary depending on your Epson document camera model. You can save drawing content you created on the projected screen to a USB storage device. You can save in JPG format. An error occurs if you cannot access the USB storage device.
  • Page 101: Selecting Network Device Display

    You can select the image source from computers that are running EasyMP Multi PC Projection, and smartphones or tablets that are running Epson iProjection. You can select any connected network device for projection, even if the user connected using the EasyMP Multi PC Projection software with the moderator feature enabled.
  • Page 102 • Connect to multiple projectors • Hear sound from the projector (it is turned off temporarily) • Project an image using EasyMP Multi PC Projection or Epson iProjection You see the selected user's screen image. When you change the user, repeat these steps.
  • Page 103: Using The Interactive Features Over A Network

    EasyMP Multi PC Projection and use interactive features: use. You can install Easy Interactive Tools from the EPSON Projector Software for Easy Interactive Function CD. You can also download the •...
  • Page 104: Windows Pen Input And Ink Tools

    Windows Pen Input and Ink Tools If you are using Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, or Select the Easy Interactive Function setting and press the [Enter] Windows Vista, you can use the pen input and Ink tools to add handwritten button.
  • Page 105: Using Windows Pen Input And Ink Features

    Windows Pen Input and Ink Tools Using Windows Pen Input and Ink Features If you are using Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista, you can add handwritten input and convert it to text. If you have Microsoft Office 2007 or later, you can also use the Ink function to add handwritten notes to a Word document, Excel spreadsheet, or PowerPoint presentation.
  • Page 106: Interactive Features When Projecting Two Images Simultaneously

    Interactive Features when Projecting Two Images Simultaneously You can simultaneously project images from two sources on the right and left Select the input sources for the left and right screen. of the screen, and use the interactive features. You can write and draw across the screens. •...
  • Page 107: Selecting Split Screen Settings For The Interactive Feature

    Interactive Features when Projecting Two Images Simultaneously Select the following split screen settings. Selecting Split Screen Settings for the Interactive Feature Follow the steps below to select the split screen projection settings using the bottom toolbar. Select the icon on the bottom toolbar. The split screen setup screen is displayed.
  • Page 108 Interactive Features when Projecting Two Images Simultaneously Select the icon on the split screen setup screen to exit the screen.
  • Page 109: Interactive Features When Projecting With Two Projectors

    Press the [Home] button on the remote control or the icon on the projectors installed side by side. Install Easy Interactive Driver Ver. 4.0 from bottom toolbar. the Epson Projector Software for Easy Interactive Function CD-ROM. The Home screen appears. Press the icon.
  • Page 110 Interactive Features when Projecting with Two Projectors Select On for Use this single projector. Press Close to return to the previous screen. You can now temporarily use the interactive features using only one of the projectors. When the projector turns off, the Use this single projector setting returns to Off.
  • Page 111: Adjusting Projector Features

    Adjusting Projector Features Follow the instructions in these sections to use your projector's adjustment features. g g Related Links • "Projecting Two Images Simultaneously" p.112 • "Projecting a PC Free Presentation" p.115 • "Shutting Off the Image and Sound Temporarily" p.120 •...
  • Page 112: Projecting Two Images Simultaneously

    Projecting Two Images Simultaneously You can use the split screen feature to simultaneously project two images Press the [Split] button on the remote control. from different image sources. You can control the split screen feature using the remote control or the projector menus. The currently selected input source moves to the left of the screen.
  • Page 113: Unsupported Input Source Combinations For Split Screen Projection

    Projecting Two Images Simultaneously To select an input source for the other image, select the Source setting, Depending on the video input signals, the images may not press [Enter], select the input source, select Execute, and press [Enter]. appear at the same size even if you select Equal. To select the audio, select Audio Source, press [Enter], select an audio option, press [Enter], and press [Menu] to exit.
  • Page 114: Split Screen Projection Restrictions

    Projecting Two Images Simultaneously • "Zooming Images" p.122 Split Screen Projection Restrictions • "Setting Auto Iris" p.68 Operating restrictions The following operations cannot be performed during split screen projection. • Setting the projector's menu • E-Zoom • Switching the aspect mode (the aspect mode is set to Normal) •...
  • Page 115: Projecting A Pc Free Presentation

    Projecting a PC Free Presentation You can use your projector's PC Free feature whenever you connect a USB File contents File type Details device that contains compatible presentation files. This lets you quickly and (extension) easily display a presentation and control it using the projector's remote Image .jpg Make sure the file is not:...
  • Page 116: Starting A Pc Free Slide Show

    Projecting a PC Free Presentation The PC Free file list screen is displayed. • Some commercially available USB card readers may not be compatible with the projector. • The projector can recognize up to 5 cards inserted into the connected card reader at one time.
  • Page 117: Starting A Pc Free Movie Presentation

    Projecting a PC Free Presentation • To display a slide show of all the images in a folder, press the arrow To stop the display, follow the on-screen instructions or press the [Esc] buttons to highlight the Slideshow option at the bottom of the screen button.
  • Page 118 Projecting a PC Free Presentation The PC Free file list screen is displayed. • If any file names are longer than the display area or include unsupported symbols, the file names may be shortened or changed only on the screen display. •...
  • Page 119: Pc Free Display Options

    Projecting a PC Free Presentation PC Free Display Options Setting Options Description Effect No effect You can select these display options when using PC Free. To access this Wipe Transitions between images using a screen, highlight Option at the bottom of the PC Free file list screen and press wipe effect [Enter].
  • Page 120: Shutting Off The Image And Sound Temporarily

    Shutting Off the Image and Sound Temporarily You can temporarily turn off the projected image and sound if you want to • The projector's power automatically turns off 30 minutes after A/V redirect your audience's attention during a presentation. Any sound or video Mute is enabled.
  • Page 121: Stopping Video Action Temporarily

    Stopping Video Action Temporarily You can temporarily stop the action in a video or computer presentation and keep the current image on the screen. Any sound or video action continues to run, however, so you cannot resume projection at the point that you stopped Press the [Freeze] button on the remote control to stop the video action.
  • Page 122: Zooming Images

    Zooming Images You can draw attention to parts of a presentation by zooming into a portion The enlarged image is projected and the enlargement ratio is displayed of the image and enlarging it on the screen. on the screen. Press the [E-Zoom] + button on the remote control. You see a crosshair on the screen indicating the center of the zoom area.
  • Page 123: Using The Remote Control As A Wireless Mouse

    Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse You can use the projector's remote control as a wireless mouse so you can Use the following buttons on the remote control to control your control projection at a distance from the computer. presentation: You can use the wireless mouse features with Windows Vista and later, or OS X 10.7.x and later.
  • Page 124 Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse • If the mouse button settings are set to reverse on the computer, the operation of the remote control buttons is also reversed. • The Wireless Mouse function does not work under the following conditions: •...
  • Page 125: Using The Remote Control As A Pointer

    Using the Remote Control as a Pointer You can use the projector's remote control as a pointer to help you focus your g g Related Links audience on important information on the screen. The default pointer shape • "Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu" p.174 is an arrow.
  • Page 126: Saving A User's Logo Image

    Saving a User's Logo Image You can save an image on the projector and display it whenever the projector Select User's Logo and press [Enter]. turns on. You can also display the image when the projector is not receiving an input signal or when you temporarily stop projection (using A/V Mute). This image is called the user's logo screen.
  • Page 127 Saving a User's Logo Image Use the arrow buttons to surround the image area you want to use as Select Yes and press [Enter]. the user's logo and press [Enter]. The user's logo is overwritten and a completion message appears. Press [Esc] to exit the message screen.
  • Page 128: Saving A User Pattern

    Saving a User Pattern There are four types of patterns pre-registered in the projector, such as ruled Select Pattern and press [Enter]. lines and grid patterns. You can project these patterns to aid in presentations using the Pattern Display settings in the Settings menu. You can also save the image that is currently being projected as a User Pattern.
  • Page 129: Using Multiple Projectors

    Using Multiple Projectors You can combine the projected images from two or more projectors to create You can set a unique projector ID for each projector to operate them one large image. individually using a remote control, and then correct the brightness and color for each projector.
  • Page 130: Selecting The Projector You Want To Operate

    Using Multiple Projectors Use the arrow buttons to select the identification number you want to The current Projector ID is displayed on the projected screen. It use for the projector. Then press [Enter]. disappears after about 3 seconds. While holding the [ID] button, press the number button that matches the ID of the projector you want to operate.
  • Page 131: Adjusting Color Uniformity

    Using Multiple Projectors Press the [Menu] button, select the Extended menu, and press [Enter]. • If the remote control is listed as Off, you cannot operate the projector from the remote control. Repeat the steps above to enable the remote control.
  • Page 132 Using Multiple Projectors Select Color Uniformity and press [Enter]. Select the area you want to adjust, and press [Enter]. Adjust the circumference first. Finally select All, and then adjust the whole screen. Select Color Uniformity and press [Enter]. Select the color (Red, Green, or Blue) you want to adjust, and use the left arrow button to weaken the color tone and the right arrow button Select On and press [Enter].
  • Page 133: Adjusting The Lamp's Brightness

    Using Multiple Projectors Press [Esc] to return to the previous screen. Select Multi-Projection and press [Enter]. Adjusting the Lamp's Brightness When projecting with multiple projectors, you must adjust the brightness setting for each projector. Turn on all the projectors and select the Brightness Level setting in each projector's Extended menu so that all the projectors are as bright as the darkest lamp on the combined screen.
  • Page 134: Matching The Image Colors

    Using Multiple Projectors Select the brightness level, and press [Enter]. Press the [Menu] button, select the Extended menu, and press [Enter]. Press [Esc] to return to the previous screen. Matching the Image Colors Select Multi-Projection and press [Enter]. You can match the display quality of multiple projectors that will project next to each other.
  • Page 135: Adjusting Rgbcmy

    Using Multiple Projectors Select Color Matching and press [Enter]. Adjusting RGBCMY You can adjust the Hue, Saturation, and Brightness settings for R (red), G (green), B (blue), C (cyan), M (magenta), and Y (yellow) color components. Turn on all the projectors and select the RGBCMY setting in each projector's Extended menu so that the color tone on the combined screen becomes entirely even.
  • Page 136 Using Multiple Projectors Select Multi-Projection and press [Enter]. Do the following as necessary for each setting: • To adjust the overall hue of the color, bluish - greenish - reddish, adjust the Hue setting. • To adjust the overall vividness of the color, adjust the Saturation setting.
  • Page 137: Projecting Images From The Hdmi3 Port With The Optional Interface Box

    Projecting Images from the HDMI3 Port with the Optional Interface Box When the optional interface box (ELPCB02) is being connected to the Select the Extended menu and press [Enter]. projector, you need to select the following settings to project images from the device connected to the projector's HDMI3 port.
  • Page 138 Projecting Images from the HDMI3 Port with the Optional Interface Box Select Connect ELPCB02 and press [Enter]. Select On and press [Enter]. The input source switches between HDMI2 and HDMI3 every time you press the [HDMI2] button on interface box. Press [Menu] or [Esc] to exit the menus.
  • Page 139: Projector Security Features

    Projector Security Features You can secure your projector to deter theft or prevent unintended use by • "Selecting Password Security Types" p.140 setting up the following security features: • "Entering a Password to Use the Projector" p.141 • Password security to prevent people who do not know the password from using the projector, and prevent changes to the startup screen and other Setting a Password settings.
  • Page 140: Selecting Password Security Types

    Projector Security Features Select Password and press [Enter]. Enter the password again. You see the message "Password accepted". If you enter the password incorrectly, a message is displayed prompting you to re-enter the password. Press [Esc] to return to the menu. Make a note of the password and keep it in a safe place.
  • Page 141: Entering A Password To Use The Projector

    • If you have forgotten the password, make a note of the "Request Code: xxxxx" number that appears on the screen and contact Epson for help. • If you continue to repeat the above operation and input the wrong password 30 times in succession, the message "The projector's operation...
  • Page 142: Unlocking The Projector's Buttons

    Projector Security Features Select the Settings menu and press [Enter]. Select Control Panel Lock and press [Enter]. Select Lock Setting and press [Enter]. Select one of these lock types and press [Enter]: • To lock all of the projector's buttons, select Full Lock. •...
  • Page 143: Installing A Security Cable

    Projector Security Features Settings > Lock Setting > Control Panel Lock g g Related Links • "Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu" p.174 Installing a Security Cable You can install the security cable on the projector to deter theft. • Use the security slot on the projector to attach a Kensington Microsaver Security system.
  • Page 144: Using The Projector On A Network

    Using the Projector on a Network Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your projector for use on a network. g g Related Links • "Wired Network Projection" p.145 • "Wireless Network Projection" p.148...
  • Page 145: Wired Network Projection

    After connecting and setting up the projector as described here, install EasyMP Multi PC Projection from the Epson Projector Software CD-ROM (if available) or Web site. EasyMP Multi PC Projection software sets up your computer for network projection.
  • Page 146 • Moderator Password lets you enter a four-digit number password for accessing the projector as a moderator using EasyMP Multi PC Projection or Epson iProjection. (No password is set by default.) • Projector Keyword lets you turn on a security password to prevent Select Network Configuration and press [Enter].
  • Page 147 Wired Network Projection Select the Wired LAN menu and press [Enter]. Press the [LAN] button on the remote control. The wired network settings complete when you see the correct IP address on the LAN standby screen. ****** Select IP Settings and press [Enter]. Select your IP Settings as necessary.
  • Page 148: Wireless Network Projection

    You can send images to your projector through a wireless network. Remove both of the cable cover screws to open the cable cover. To do this, you must install the Epson 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN module, and then set up your projector and computer for wireless projection using the projector's Network menus.
  • Page 149: Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually

    Wireless Network Projection Connect the Wireless LAN module to the wireless LAN module slot. Select On as the Wireless LAN Power setting. Select Network Configuration and press [Enter]. Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually Select the Basic menu and press [Enter]. Before you can project from your wireless network, you need to select network settings for the projector.
  • Page 150 • Moderator Password lets you enter a four-digit number password for accessing the projector as a moderator using EasyMP MultiPC Projection or Epson iProjection. (No password is set by default.) • Projector Keyword lets you turn on a security password to prevent access to the projector by anyone not in the room with it.
  • Page 151: Selecting Wireless Network Settings In Windows

    Wireless Network Projection To prevent the SSID or IP address from being displayed on the LAN When connecting in Advanced connection mode, select the network standby screen and Home screen, set the SSID Display setting or the IP name (SSID) of the network the projector is connecting to. Address Display setting to Off.
  • Page 152: Using A Qr Code To Connect A Mobile Device

    • Make sure you have installed the latest version of Epson iProjection on your device (V1.3.0 or later supports this feature). • You can download Epson iProjection for free from the App Store or from Google play. Any fees incurred when communicating with the App Store or Google play are the responsibility of the customer.
  • Page 153: Using A Usb Key To Connect A Windows Computer

    Wireless Network Projection To correctly read the QR code, make sure you face the screen In Windows Vista, if the AutoPlay window is displayed, select squarely and closely enough so that the projected code fits into MPPLaunch.exe, then select Allow. the guide of the mobile device's QR code reader.
  • Page 154: Monitoring And Controlling The Projector

    Monitoring and Controlling the Projector Follow the instructions in these sections to monitor and control the projector over a network. g g Related Links • "EasyMP Monitor" p.155 • "Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser" p.156 • "Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts" p.158 •...
  • Page 155: Easymp Monitor

    EasyMP Monitor EasyMP Monitor software (Windows only) lets you monitor and control your projector through the network. See the EasyMP Monitor Operation Guide for instructions. You can download EasyMP Monitor from the following Web site. http://www.epson.com/...
  • Page 156: Controlling A Networked Projector Using A Web Browser

    80 [default], 843, 3620, 3621, 3625, 3629, 4352, 4649, 5357, Start your Web browser on the computer or device. 10000, 10001, 41794) Go to the Epson Web Control screen by entering the projector's IP address into the browser's address box. To control projection remotely, select the icon.
  • Page 157 Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser Select the icon corresponding to the projector function you want to • "Network Menu - Basic Menu" p.183 control. • "Projector Setup Settings - ECO Menu" p.190 Power button control Selects Computer port source Selects Video and HDMI port sources Freeze button control A/V Mute button control...
  • Page 158: Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts

    • The email address set in From as the mail sender Set the Mail Notification setting to On. • Epson Projector in the subject line Enter the IP address for the SMTP Server option. • The name of the projector experiencing a problem •...
  • Page 159: Setting Up Monitoring Using Snmp

    Setting Up Monitoring Using SNMP Network administrators can install SNMP (Simple Network Management Enter the SNMP Community Name up to 32 alphanumeric characters Protocol) software on network computers so they can monitor projectors. If long. your network uses this software, you can set up the projector for SNMP monitoring.
  • Page 160: Using Esc/Vp21 Commands

    Add a Carriage Return (CR) code (0Dh) to the end of each command and transmit. ESC/VP21 Command List Contact Epson for more details. When the power ON command is transmitted to the projector, the power turns on and it enters warm-up mode. When the projector's power has turned Cable Layouts on, a colon ":"...
  • Page 161 Using ESC/VP21 Commands Signal name Function Signal wire ground Transmit data Receive data Communications protocol • Default baud rate setting: 9600 bps • Data length: 8 bit • Parity: None • Stop-bit: 1 bit • Flow control: None...
  • Page 162: Pjlink Support

    • Model name displayed for "Product name information query" standardize projector control protocols. • EPSON 696Ui/696UT The projector complies with the PJLink Class2 standard established by the JBMIA. The port number used for the PJLink search function is 4352 (UDP).
  • Page 163: Crestron Roomview Support

    RoomView lets you control and monitor your projector using a Web browser. Select the Others menu and press [Enter]. • You cannot use the Epson Web Control feature or the Message Broadcasting plug-in for EasyMP Monitor when you use Crestron RoomView.
  • Page 164: Crestron Roomview Operation Window

    Crestron RoomView Support Type the projector's IP address into the browser's address box and press g g Related Links the computer's Enter key. • "Crestron RoomView Operation Window" p.164 • "Crestron RoomView Tools Window" p.165 You see this screen: Crestron RoomView Operation Window Settings on the operation window let you control the projector and adjust the projection image.
  • Page 165: Crestron Roomview Tools Window

    Crestron RoomView Support Freeze Images are paused or released. Crestron RoomView Tools Window Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and shade in the Settings on the Tools window let you customize various projector setup images. features. Brightness Adjusts the image brightness. Color Adjusts the color saturation for the images.
  • Page 166 Crestron RoomView Support Enabled (Admin Select to require a password to open the Tools window. Password) New Password Enter the new password when changing the password to open the Tools window. (up to 26 alphanumeric characters) Enter the same password as you entered in New Confirm Password.
  • Page 167: Adjusting The Menu Settings

    Adjusting the Menu Settings Follow the instructions in these sections to access the projector menu system and change projector settings. g g Related Links • "Using the Projector's Menus" p.168 • "Using the On-screen Keyboard" p.169 • "Image Quality Settings - Image Menu" p.170 •...
  • Page 168: Using The Projector's Menus

    Using the Projector's Menus You can use the projector's menus to adjust the settings that control how your The available settings depend on the current input source. projector works. The projector displays the menus on the screen. Press the [Menu] button on the control panel or remote control. To change settings in the displayed menu, press [Enter].
  • Page 169: Using The On-Screen Keyboard

    Using the On-screen Keyboard The on-screen keyboard is displayed when you need to enter numbers and Available Text Using the On-screen Keyboard characters. You can enter the following text when using the on-screen keyboard. Use the arrow buttons on the control panel or remote control to highlight the number or character you want to enter and press the Text type Details...
  • Page 170: Image Quality Settings - Image Menu

    Image Quality Settings - Image Menu Settings on the Image menu let you adjust the quality of your image for the Setting Options Description input source you are currently using. The available settings depend on the Color Temp. Sets the color tone based on color currently selected input source.
  • Page 171 Image Quality Settings - Image Menu Setting Options Description Reset — Resets all adjustment values except Color Mode on the Image menu to their default settings. • The Brightness setting does not affect lamp brightness. To change the lamp brightness mode, use the Power Consumption setting in the projector's ECO menu.
  • Page 172: Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu

    Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu Normally the projector automatically detects and optimizes the input signal Setting Options Description settings. If you need to customize the settings, you can use the Signal menu. Aspect See the list of Sets the aspect ratio (width-to-height The available settings depend on the currently selected input source.
  • Page 173 Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu Setting Options Description Video Signal Video Signal: specifies the signal type from the input sources connected to the video ports. If interference appears or no image appears when set to Auto, select the appropriate signal according to the connected equipment.
  • Page 174: Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu

    Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu Options on the Settings menu let you customize various projector features. Setting Options Description Split Screen Screen Size Divides the viewing area horizontally and displays two images side-by-side (press (Available when Source [Esc] to cancel split screen display). Connect ELPCB02 Swap Screens is set to Off.)
  • Page 175 Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu Setting Options Description Setting Options Description Power On Link Power On Link: controls what happens Mic Input Level — Adjusts the volume of the projector's when you turn on the projector or speaker system when you use a connected device.
  • Page 176 Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu Setting Options Description Pattern Type Pattern Type: select from Patterns 1 to 4 or User Pattern. Patterns 1 to 4 display patterns pre-registered in the projector, such as ruled lines or grid patterns. User Pattern: captures a projected screen User Pattern and saves it as a pattern for display.
  • Page 177: Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu

    Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Settings on the Extended menu let you customize various projector setup Setting Options Description features. Messages Messages: set to On to display messages such as input source name, color mode name, aspect ratio, no signal message, or high temperature warning on your projected image.
  • Page 178 Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Setting Options Description Setting Options Description Projection Front Selects the way the projector faces the Date & Time Date & Time: adjusts the projector's screen so the image is oriented correctly. system time and date settings. Front/Upside Down •...
  • Page 179 Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Setting Options Description Setting Options Description Wireless Wireless Mouse/USB Display: select to RGBCMY RGBCMY: adjusts the Hue, Saturation, Mouse/USB use the Wireless Mouse function and and Brightness for R (Red), G (Green), B Display USB Display.
  • Page 180: Extended Menu - Easy Interactive Function Menu

    Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu g g Related Links Setting Options Description • "Extended Menu - Easy Interactive Function Menu" p.180 Auto Calibration — Starts calibration for pen operations. • "Selecting Password Security Types" p.140 Manual Calibration Touch Unit Setup Selects settings for the Touch unit.
  • Page 181: Pc Interactive

    Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Extended > Easy Interactive Function > PC Interactive Setting Options Description Wired Sync Mode Wired Sync Mode: if the projectors are not connected using the optional remote cable set, or if the interactive pen operation is unstable in Mode 1, select Mode 2.
  • Page 182 Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Setting Options Description Auto Adjust Pen Auto Adjust Pen Area: when set to On, Area the pen area is automatically adjusted as the resolution for the connected computer changes. Set to Off if you do not want to automatically adjust the pen area that has been manually adjusted.
  • Page 183: Projector Network Settings - Network Menu

    Gateway Address MAC Address Display the QR — Displays a QR code for connecting with Code iOS or Android devices using the Epson iProjection app. Printer Settings IP Address Sets the printer used when printing drawings in the interactive feature.
  • Page 184: Network Menu - Wireless Lan Menu

    You must enter the random keyword displayed from a computer using EasyMP Multi PC Projection or Epson iProjection to access the projector and share the current screen. Display LAN Info. Text & QR Code Set the display format for the projector's network information.
  • Page 185 Projector Network Settings - Network Menu Network > Network Configuration > Wireless LAN Setting Options Description SSID Up to 32 Sets the SSID (network name) of the alphanumeric wireless LAN system the projector is characters connecting to. Security Selects the type of security used on the wireless network.
  • Page 186: Network Menu - Wired Lan Menu

    Projector Network Settings - Network Menu Setting Options Description Network Menu - Wired LAN Menu IP Settings DHCP DHCP: set to On if your network assigns addresses automatically; set to Off to Settings on the Wired LAN menu let you select the wired LAN settings. IP Address manually enter the network's IP Subnet Mask...
  • Page 187: Network Menu - Notifications Menu

    Projector Network Settings - Network Menu Network Menu - Notifications Menu Setting Options Description From Up to 32 Enter the email address of the sender. Settings on the Notifications menu let you receive an email notification if a alphanumeric Address 1 Setting Enter the e-mail address, and select the characters problem or warning occurs in the projector.
  • Page 188: Network Menu - Others Menu

    Set to On to allow device information to Control4 SDDP Network Menu - Others Menu be acquired using Control4 Simple Device Discovery Protocol (SDDP). Set to On to enable EPSON Message Settings on the Others menu let you select other network settings. Message Broadcasting Broadcasting feature.
  • Page 189 Projector Network Settings - Network Menu Network > Network Configuration > Reset Setting Options Description Reset network Select Yes to reset all network settings. settings.
  • Page 190: Projector Setup Settings - Eco Menu

    Projector Setup Settings - ECO Menu Settings on the ECO menu let you customize projector functions to save Setting Options Description power. Light Optimizer When set to On, the lamp brightness is When you select a power-saving setting, a leaf icon appears next to the menu adjusted according to the projected item.
  • Page 191 Projector Setup Settings - ECO Menu Setting Options Description Standby Mode Communication Communication On indicates that the projector can be monitored over a network when the projector is in standby Communication mode. Enable this setting to allow the following operations to occur when the projector is in standby mode: •...
  • Page 192: Projector Information Display - Info Menu

    Displays the number of hours (H) the lamp has been used in Normal and ECO Power Consumption modes; if the information is displayed in yellow, obtain a genuine Epson replacement lamp soon. Source Displays the name of the port to which the current input source is connected.
  • Page 193: Event Id Code List

    Event ID codes for the solution to the projector problem associated 0899 Other communication errors. with the code. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact your network administrator or Epson for technical support. Event ID Cause and solution code 0432 The network software did not start.
  • Page 194: Projector Reset Options - Reset Menu

    Projector Reset Options - Reset Menu You can reset most of the projector settings to their default values using the Reset All option on the Reset menu. You can also reset the projector's lamp usage timer to zero when you replace the lamp using the Reset Lamp Hours option.
  • Page 195: Copying Menu Settings Between Projectors (Batch Setup)

    If the power cord or USB flash drive is Caution disconnected, the projector may not start correctly. Epson takes no responsibility for batch setup failures and associated repair costs due to power outages, communication errors, or other problems that may cause Remove the USB flash drive.
  • Page 196: Transferring Settings From A Computer

    Copying Menu Settings Between Projectors (Batch Setup) Connect the USB flash drive containing the saved batch setup file to the Hold down the [Esc] button on the remote control or the control panel projector's USB-A port. and connect the power cord to the projector. Hold down the [Menu] button on the remote control or the control When all of the projector's indicators turn on, release the [Esc] button.
  • Page 197: Batch Setup Error Notification

    When all of the indicators start flashing, the settings are being written. Stop using the projector, remove the power plug from When writing is finished, the projector turns off. the electrical outlet. Contact Epson for help. Caution • Power: Blue - flashing...
  • Page 198: Maintaining The Projector

    The only parts you should replace are the lamp, air filter, remote control batteries, interactive pen batteries, and interactive pen tips. If any other part needs replacing, contact Epson or an authorized Epson servicer. Warning Before cleaning any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the projector, except as specifically explained in this manual. Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely.
  • Page 199: Cleaning The Projection Window

    Cleaning the Projection Window Clean the projection window periodically, or whenever you notice dust or smudges on the surface. To remove dust or smudges, gently wipe the projection window with lens-cleaning paper. Warning Do not use a lens cleaner that contains flammable gas. The high heat generated by the projector lamp may cause a fire.
  • Page 200: Cleaning The Obstacle Sensor

    Cleaning the Obstacle Sensor Clean the projector's obstacle sensor glass periodically, or if you see a message telling you to remove any obstacles that are interfering with the projection area. To remove dust or smudges, gently wipe the lens with lens-cleaning paper.
  • Page 201: Cleaning The Projector Case

    Cleaning the Projector Case Before cleaning the projector case, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. • To remove dust or dirt, use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. • To remove stubborn dirt, use a soft cloth moistened with water and mild soap.
  • Page 202: Air Filter And Vent Maintenance

    Attention If regular maintenance is not performed, your Epson projector will notify you when the temperature inside the projector has reached a high level. Do not wait until this warning appears to maintain your projector filter as prolonged exposure to high temperatures may reduce the life of your projector or lamp.
  • Page 203 Air Filter and Vent Maintenance Pull the air filter out of the projector. Attention Do not use excessive force when tapping the air filter, or it may crack and become unusable. Vacuum the front of the air filter (the side with the tabs) to remove any remaining dust.
  • Page 204: Replacing The Air Filter

    Air Filter and Vent Maintenance Replace the air filter in the projector as shown and push gently until it Slide the air filter cover latch and open the air filter cover. clicks into place. Close the air filter cover. Replacing the Air Filter You need to replace the air filter in the following situations: •...
  • Page 205: Air Filter And Vent Maintenance

    Air Filter and Vent Maintenance Pull the air filter out of the projector. Place the new air filter in the projector as shown and push gently until it clicks into place. Dispose of used air filters according to local regulations. Close the air filter cover.
  • Page 206: Projector Lamp Maintenance

    You should always have a spare lamp unit ready in case it is needed. • We recommend the use of genuine Epson replacement lamps. The use of non- genuine lamps may affect projection quality and safety. Any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-genuine lamps may not be covered by Epson's warranty.
  • Page 207: Replacing The Lamp

    Projector Lamp Maintenance g g Related Links Warning • "Replacing the Lamp" p.207 • "Resetting the Lamp Timer" p.209 When replacing the lamp, there is a possibility that the lamp may be • "Projector Specifications" p.239 broken. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed on the wall or ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is cracked, and you should stand to the side of the lamp cover, not underneath it.
  • Page 208 • If you notice the lamp is cracked when removing the lamp, need to replace the lamp, remove the lamp cover carefully and replace it with a new lamp, or contact Epson for help. support it with your hand to prevent it from falling.
  • Page 209: Resetting The Lamp Timer

    Projector Lamp Maintenance Push in the lamp firmly and tighten the screws to secure it. • Make sure the lamp cover is securely installed or the projector will not turn on. • Do not replace the lamp cover with too much force and make sure the lamp cover is not deformed.
  • Page 210 Projector Lamp Maintenance Select Reset Lamp Hours and press [Enter]. You see a prompt asking if you want to reset the lamp hours. Select Yes and press [Enter]. Press [Menu] or [Esc] to exit the menus.
  • Page 211: Replacing The Remote Control Batteries

    Replacing the Remote Control Batteries The remote control uses two AA manganese or alkaline batteries. Replace the Warning batteries as soon as they run out. Check the positions of the (+) and (–) marks inside the battery holder to Attention ensure the batteries are inserted the correct way.
  • Page 212: Replacing The Interactive Pen Battery

    Replacing the Interactive Pen Battery The Interactive pen uses one AA manganese battery, AA alkaline battery, or Warning Eneloop (BK-3MCC) rechargeable battery. Replace the battery as soon as it runs out. Check the positions of the (+) and (–) marks inside the battery holder to When the battery is low, the pen indicator flashes when you press the button ensure the battery is inserted in the correct direction.
  • Page 213: Replacing The Interactive Pen Tip

    Replacing the Interactive Pen Tip Two interactive pens come with two types of pen tips, soft tips and hard tips. Pull the soft tip straight out. The soft pen tips are installed on the pens by default. • If the soft tip gets dirty or damaged, it becomes less responsive. Replace it with a new one supplied with the product.
  • Page 214: Replacing The Soft Pen Tip With The Hard Pen Tip

    Replacing the Interactive Pen Tip Twist on the hard pen tip. Replacing the Soft Pen Tip with the Hard Pen Tip Twist off the tip of the interactive pen to remove it.
  • Page 215: Solving Problems

    Solving Problems Check the solutions in these sections if you have any problems using the projector. g g Related Links • "Projection Problems" p.216 • "Projector Indicator Status" p.217 • "Using the Projector Help Displays" p.219 • "Solving Image or Sound Problems" p.220 •...
  • Page 216: Projection Problems

    • The indicators on the projector may indicate the problem. • The projector's Help system can display information about common problems. • The solutions in this manual can help you solve many problems. If none of these solutions help, contact Epson for technical support.
  • Page 217: Projector Indicator Status

    Power: Lit blue Normal operation. • If the indicators display a pattern not listed in the table below, turn Status: Lit blue the projector off, unplug it, and contact Epson for help. Lamp: Off Temp: Off Power: Lit blue Warming up or shutting down. When warming up, wait about 30 seconds for an image to appear.
  • Page 218 • "Replacing the Air Filter" p.204 Temp: Indicator status varies • "Replacing the Lamp" p.207 Power: Off A fan or sensor has a problem. Turn the projector off, unplug it, and contact Epson for help. Status: Flashing blue Lamp: Off Temp: Flashing orange...
  • Page 219: Using The Projector Help Displays

    Using the Projector Help Displays You can display information to help you solve common problems using the Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the problem you want projector's Help system. to solve. Turn on the projector. Press the [Home] button on the control panel or remote control. Press [Enter] to view the solutions.
  • Page 220: Solving Image Or Sound Problems

    • Press the [USB] button on the remote control. correct for the current video source. • Make sure the Epson USB Display software has been installed correctly. • Adjust the Brightness setting in the projector's Image menu. Install it manually if necessary.
  • Page 221: Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears

    Epson USB Display Settings program on your computer. Displaying From a Laptop • Turn off the Transfer layered window setting in the Epson USB Display Settings program on your computer. If the message "No Signal" is displayed when projecting from a laptop, you need to set up the laptop to display on an external monitor.
  • Page 222: Solutions When "Not Supported" Message Appears

    Solving Image or Sound Problems Open the System Preferences utility and select Displays. • Check your computer display settings to disable dual display and set the resolution within the projector's limits. (See your computer manual for Select the Display or Color LCD option, if necessary. details.) •...
  • Page 223: Solutions When The Image Contains Noise Or Static

    • If you are using the USB Display function, turn off the Transfer layered • "Cleaning the Projection Window" p.199 window setting in the Epson USB Display Settings program on your computer. g g Related Links Solutions When the Image Brightness or Colors are •...
  • Page 224: Solutions To Sound Problems

    • If you are using the USB Display function, turn on the Output audio from ECO > Power Consumption the projector setting in the Epson USB Display Settings program on your computer. At high altitudes or locations subject to high temperatures, the image •...
  • Page 225: Solutions To Microphone Problems

    Solving Image or Sound Problems g g Related Links • "Solutions to Microphone Problems" p.225 • "Projector Connections" p.26 • "Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu" p.177 • "Projector Setup Settings - ECO Menu" p.190 • "Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons" p.73 Solutions to Microphone Problems If there is no sound when you use a microphone connected to the projector,...
  • Page 226: Solving Projector Or Remote Control Operation Problems

    ID setting. enabled. To turn off the A/V mute timer, select Off as the A/V Mute Timer • If you lose the remote control, you can order another one from Epson. setting in the projector's ECO menu.
  • Page 227: Solutions To Password Problems

    Try entering 0000 using the remote control. • If you have entered an incorrect password too many times and see a message displaying a request code, write down the code and contact Epson for help. Provide the request code and proof of ownership for assistance in unlocking the projector.
  • Page 228: Solving Interactive Features Problems

    If the "Error occurred in the Easy Interactive Function" message appears, Extended > Easy Interactive Function > General > Advanced > contact Epson for help. Distance of Projectors • Try replacing the soft pen tip with the hard pen tip. Doing so may improve...
  • Page 229: Solutions When You Cannot Operate A Computer From The Projected Screen

    • When projecting an image using two projectors installed side by side, you need to select the Multi-Projection setting to use the interactive features. g g Related Links You also need to install Easy Interactive Driver Ver. 4.0 from the Epson • "Pen Calibration" p.78 Projector Software for Easy Interactive Function CD-ROM on the computer •...
  • Page 230: Solutions When The Interactive Touch Operation Does Not Work

    • If you are using USB Display in Windows, you may need to disable • If touch operations do not work correctly even after performing calibration, Windows Aero in the Epson USB Display Settings program on your icon on the Home screen to check the Calibration Range press the computer.
  • Page 231: Solving Network Problems

    Solving Network Problems Check the solutions in these sections if you have problems using the projector Solutions When Network Alert E-Mails are not on a network. Received g g Related Links • "Solutions When You Cannot Access the Projector Through the Web" p.231 If you do not receive an e-mail alerting you to problems with a projector over •...
  • Page 232 Solving Network Problems • Reduce the number of connected devices if the connection speed declines.
  • Page 233: Appendix

    Appendix Check these sections for the technical specifications and important notices about your projector. g g Related Links • "Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts" p.234 • "Screen Size and Projection Distance" p.236 • "Supported Monitor Display Resolutions" p.237 • "Projector Specifications" p.239 •...
  • Page 234: Optional Accessories And Replacement Parts

    • "External Devices" p.235 • "Replacement Parts" p.235 Special expertise is required to suspend the projector from a ceiling. Contact Epson for help. Cables For Interactive Feature Computer cable ELPKC02 (1.8 m - for mini D-sub 15-pin/mini D-Sub 15pin) Interactive Pen ELPPN05A...
  • Page 235: External Devices

    Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts External Devices Document Camera ELPDC21 Use when projecting image such as books, OHP documents, or slides. External Speaker ELPSP02 External self-powered speaker. Interface box ELPCB02 When the projector is mounted on a wall or suspended from a ceiling, install the remote control to operate the projector at hand.
  • Page 236: Screen Size And Projection Distance

    Screen Size and Projection Distance Check the table here to determine how far to place the projector from the Distance from the projector to the bottom of the screen (when mounting on a screen based on the size of the projected image. wall or ceiling, or installing vertically) (cm) Distance from the projector to the top of the screen (when placing on a surface such as a desk) (cm)
  • Page 237: Supported Monitor Display Resolutions

    Supported Monitor Display Resolutions The table here lists the compatible refresh rate and resolution for each Signal Refresh rate (Hz) Resolution (dots) compatible video display format. SDTV (576i/576p) 720 × 576 Component Signals (Analog RGB) HDTV (720p) 50/60 1280 × 720 HDTV (1080i) 50/60 1920 ×...
  • Page 238 Supported Monitor Display Resolutions Signal Refresh rate (Hz) Resolution (dots) SDTV (576i/576p) 720 × 576 HDTV (720p) 50/60 1280 × 720 HDTV (1080i) 50/60 1920 × 1080 HDTV (1080p) 24/30/50/60 1920 × 1080 MHL Input Signal Signal Refresh rate (Hz) Resolution (dots) 640 ×...
  • Page 239: Projector Specifications

    Projector Specifications Product name EB-696Ui Operating temperature +5 to +40°C* (No condensation) (Altitude 0 to 2,286 m) +5 to +35°C* (No condensation) (Altitude 2,287 to Dimensions 474 (W) x 130(H) x 447(D) mm (not including raised 3,000 m) section) When using multiple projectors at the same time: LCD panel size 0.67"...
  • Page 240: Connector Specifications

    Projector Specifications Connector Specifications Computer port Mini D-Sub15-pin (female) Monitor Out port Mini D-Sub15-pin (female) Video port RCA pin jack Audio port stereo mini pin jack Mic port stereo mini pin jack Audio Out port stereo mini pin jack HDMI1/MHL port HDMI (Audio is only supported by PCM) HDMI2 port...
  • Page 241: External Dimensions

    External Dimensions Center of the lens Distance from the top to the ceiling mount fixing points Without feet...
  • Page 242 External Dimensions With feet The unit in these illustrations is mm.
  • Page 243: Usb Display System Requirements

    USB Display System Requirements To use the projector's Epson USB Display software, your computer must meet Requirement Windows the following system requirements. Windows 10 • Windows 10 Home (32- and Requirement Windows 64-bit) Operating system Windows Vista OS X • Windows 10 Pro (32- and 64- •...
  • Page 244: Easy Interactive Driver System Requirements

    Easy Interactive Driver System Requirements To use computer interactive mode, you must install the Easy Interactive Requirement Windows Driver on your computer. Check the system requirements necessary to run Memory 1 GB or more 1 GB or more the software. Recommended: 2 GB or more Recommended: 2 GB or more Requirement...
  • Page 245: List Of Safety Symbols (Corresponding To Iec60950-1 A2)

    List of Safety Symbols (corresponding to IEC60950-1 A2) The following table lists the meaning of the safety symbols labeled on the No. Symbol mark Approved Description equipment. standards — The same as No.8. No. Symbol mark Approved Description standards IEC60417 Battery, general IEC60417 "ON"...
  • Page 246 List of Safety Symbols (corresponding to IEC60950-1 A2) No. Symbol mark Approved Description standards IEC60417 Class II equipment No.5172 To identify equipment meeting the safety requirements specified for Class II equipment according to IEC 61140. ISO 3864 General prohibition To identify actions or operations that are prohibited.
  • Page 247: Glossary

    HDCP technology. equipment. However, the projector may not be able to project images Epson have implemented this protocol technology, and have protected with updated or revised versions of HDCP provided a setting to enable the protocol function (ON).
  • Page 248 Glossary Progressive Projects information to create one screen at a time, displaying Sync. The signals output from computers have a specific frequency. the image for one frame. If the projector frequency does not match this frequency, the Even though the number of scan lines is the same, the amount resulting images are not of a good quality.
  • Page 249: Notices

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers WARNING We: Epson America, Inc. The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification or Declaration of this device...
  • Page 250: Indication Of The Manufacturer And The Importer In Accordance With Requirements Of Eu Directive

    When this product is used for applications requiring high reliability/safety such as transportation devices related to aviation, rail, marine, automotive EPSON is a registered trademark, EXCEED YOUR VISION, ELPLP and their etc.; disaster prevention devices; various safety devices etc; or logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.
  • Page 251: Copyright Notice

    Panasonic Group. ® Other product names used herein are also for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks. Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a...

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