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  • Page 1 User's Guide...

  • Page 2: Notations Used In This Guide

    Notations Used in This Guide Safety Indications So that you can use the projector safely and correctly, symbols are applied in the documentation and on the projector to indicate possible harm to the user or to others and the risk of damage to property. The indications and their meaning are as follows.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Changing the Aspect Ratio (Aspect) ..............16 Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) ............... 17 Connecting to an External Monitor ..............61 Connecting to External Speakers (EMP-83H/822H Only) ......... 61 Security Functions ...................18 Managing Users (Password Protect) ..............18 Connecting a LAN Cable (EMP-83H/822H Only)........62 Restricting Operation (Operation Lock)..............

  • Page 4: Projector Features

    • Security slot • Security cable installation point Easy to handle Direct power On/Off (EMP-83H/822H only) In places where power is managed centrally, such as in a conference room, the projector can be set to power on and off automatically when the power source to which the projector is connected is switched on or off.

  • Page 5: Part Names And Functions

    Quick Start Guide Focus ring Adjusts the image focus. s Quick Start Guide Zoom ring Adjusts the image size. s Quick Start Guide (EMP-83H/822H/ X5 only) A/V mute slide Slide the knob to open and close the A/V mute knob slide.

  • Page 6: Rear (Emp-83H/822H Only)

    Part Names and Functions Rear (EMP-83H/822H Only) Name Function RS-232C port When controlling the projector from a computer, connect it to the computer with an RS-232C cable. This port is for control use and should not normally be used. s p.67...

  • Page 7: Rear (Emp-X5/S5 Only)

    Part Names and Functions Rear (EMP-X5/S5 Only) Name Function Computer input For video signals from a computer and port component video signals from other video sources. Audio-L/R input Connects to the audio output port for the port equipment you want to project from and inputs the audio.

  • Page 8: Control Panel

    Control Panel Name Function [Power] button Turns the projector power on or off. s Quick Start Guide EMP-83H/822H/X5 Status indicators The color of the indicators and whether they are flashing or lit indicates the status of the projector. s p.38...
  • Page 9 Part Names and Functions Name Function [Menu] button Displays and closes the configuration menu.s p.23 [Wide] [Tele] Adjusts the image size. buttons If pressed when a configuration menu or a help (EMP-S5 only) screen is displayed, these buttons select menu items and setting values.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control Name Function [Menu] button Displays and closes the configuration menu. p.23 [Enter/Auto] If pressed during projection of computer signal button images, it automatically adjusts the tracking, synchronization, and position to project the optimum image. s p.26 When a configuration menu or a help screen is displayed, it accepts and enters the current...

  • Page 11: Base

    Part Names and Functions Base Name Function [Volume -] button Press [Volume -] to lower the volume and [Volume +] button press [Volume +] to raise the volume. If pressed when a configuration menu or a help screen is displayed, these buttons select menu items and setting values.

  • Page 12: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions This chapter explains useful functions for giving presentations and so on, and the security functions. Changing the Projected Image Security Functions..........18 (Source Search) ..........13 • Managing Users (Password Protect)....... 18 Type of Password Protect .............. 18 Functions for Enhancing Projection ....14 Setting Password Protect..............

  • Page 13: Changing The Projected Image (Source Search)

    10 seconds, the screen closes. For EMP-83H/822H The input port where no image signal is being input is skipped. * EMP-83H/822H only Procedure When your video equipment is connected, start playback before beginning this operation. Using the remote control...

  • Page 14: Functions For Enhancing Projection

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Color 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 15: 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 16: Freezing The Image (Freeze)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection Freezing the Image (Freeze) Changing the Aspect Ratio (Aspect) When the moving image on the screen is frozen, the image continues to When video equipment is connected, images that have been recorded in project, so you can project a moving image one frame at a time like a still digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format.

  • Page 17: Enlarging Part Of The Image (E-Zoom)

    Functions for Enhancing Projection If you press the button while the aspect name is displayed on the screen, it Move the cross to the area of the image that you changes to the next aspect mode. want to enlarge. Remote control This can also be set using "Aspect"...

  • Page 18: Security Functions

    • Settings for "Display Background", "Startup Screen", and "A/V • Password Protect Mute" are changed from "Display" in the configuration menu. 3 "Network Protect" (EMP-83H/822H only) You can limit who can use the projector. When "Network Protect" is set to "On" setting changes for "Network"...

  • Page 19: Setting Password Protect

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

  • Page 20: Restricting Operation (Operation Lock)

    • If you continue to repeat the above operation and input the wrong password thirty times in succession, the following message is displayed and the projector does not accept any more password entries. "The projector's operation will be locked. Contact Epson as described in your documentation." Epson Projector Contact...

  • Page 21: Anti-Theft Lock

    Security Functions Anti-Theft Lock As the projector is often setup on ceiling mounts and left in rooms unattended, it is possible that someone may try and take the projector, so the projector includes the following security devices. • Security slot The security slot is compatible with the Microsaver Security System manufactured by Kensington.

  • Page 22: Configuration Menu

    This chapter explains how to use the configuration menu and its functions. Using the Configuration Menu ......23 List of Functions ..........24 • Image Menu (EMP-83H/822H Only) ......24 • Image Menu (EMP-X5/S5 Only) ........25 • Signal Menu (EMP-83H/822H Only) ......26 •...

  • Page 23: Using The Configuration Menu

    Selecting from the Changing the Exit top menu sub menu selected item Top menu Guide Sub menu (Settings) For EMP-83H/822H/X5 For EMP-S5 Buttons used Using the control panel Select the setting to change For EMP-83H/ For EMP-S5 822H/X5 Using the remote control...

  • Page 24: List Of Functions

    List of Functions Image Menu (EMP-83H/822H Only) 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...

  • Page 25: Image Menu (Emp-X5/S5 Only)

    List of Functions Image Menu (EMP-X5/S5 Only) 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...

  • Page 26: Signal Menu (Emp-83H/822H Only)

    List of Functions Signal Menu (EMP-83H/822H Only) 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...

  • Page 27: Signal Menu (Emp-X5/S5 Only)

    List of Functions Signal Menu (EMP-X5/S5 Only) 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...

  • Page 28: Settings Menu

    List of Functions Settings Menu For EMP-83H/822H For EMP-X5 For EMP-S5 Sub Menu Function Keystone You can correct vertical keystone distortion in images.s Quick Start Guide Auto Keystone Performs automatic keystone correction. (EMP-83H/822H/X5 (This can only be specified when "Front" is selected from "Extended" - "Projection".)

  • Page 29: Extended Menu

    List of Functions Extended Menu For EMP-83H/822H For EMP-X5/S5 For EMP-X5/S5 (Euro) 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 color mode name when you change the Color Mode, a message when no image signal is input, and so on.
  • Page 30 Standby Mode You can use network monitoring and control functions while the projector is in standby mode when this is set to "Network On". (EMP-83H/822H You can use SNMP to monitor and control the status of the projector over the network, or by using the "EMP Monitor" software supplied with only) this product.

  • Page 31: Network Menu (Emp-83H/822H Only)

    List of Functions Network Menu (EMP-83H/822H 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.19 Sub Menu...
  • Page 32 List of Functions Sub Menu Function SNMP You can make SNMP settings. Trap IP Address 1/Trap IP Address 2: You can register up to two IP addresses for the SNMP trap notification destination. The IP address registered in "Trap IP Address 2" is used when the IP address in "Trap IP Address 1" cannot be accessed. To use SNMP to monitor the projector, you need to install the SNMP manager program on your computer.
  • Page 33 List of Functions *2 When the Mail Notification function is set to "On" and a problem or warning occurs with a projector, the following mail is sent. Subject: EPSON Projector First line: The name of the projector where the problem has occured...

  • Page 34: 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. Computer image/Component video Composite video /S-video...

  • Page 35: Reset Menu

    List of Functions Reset Menu For EMP-83H/822H For EMP-X5/S5 Sub Menu Function Reset All You can reset all items in all menus to their default settings. (EMP-83H/822H The following items are not reset to their defaults: "Computer1 Input", "Computer2 Input", "User's Logo", all items in "Network" menu, "Lamp only) Hours", and "Language".

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help............. 37 Problem Solving ..........38 • Reading the Indicators............38 t Power indicator lights red ............39 i o Indicator is lit or flashing orange...........40 •...

  • Page 37: Using The Help

    Using the Help If a problem occurs with the projector, Help uses on-screen displays to Confirm the selection. 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 38: 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.41 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following three indicators that indicate the operating status of the projector.

  • Page 39: Power Indicator Lights Red

    Problem Solving Problem 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 Support and Service Guide.

  • Page 40: I O Indicator Is Lit Or Flashing Orange

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

  • Page 41: When The Indicators Provide No Help

    Moving images being projected from a computer appear black and Mail is not received even if a nothing is projected. problem occurs with the projector (EMP-83H/822H Only) s p.47 Projection stops automatically s p.42 The message "Not supported." is displayed s p.43...

  • Page 42: 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 43 Is the projector at the correct distance? For EMP-83H/822H/X5, the recommended projection distance for Wide ranges from 84 to 867 cm, and for Tele from 101 to 1041 cm. For EMP-S5, the recommended projection distance ranges from 87 to 1050 cm.
  • Page 44 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.26 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 45 Problem Solving Image colors 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? When projecting images from equipment connected to Computer1, Computer, or Computer2 Input, see s "Signal"-"Computer1/2 Input"...

  • Page 46: Problems When Projection Starts

    Check the "Remote Receiver" in the configuration menu. s"Settings"-"Remote receiver" p.28 (EMP-83H/822H only) Was the power cable plugged back in immediately after When the operation to the left is performed when "Direct Power On" is set to "On", the power may not turn Direct Power Off, or is the breaker turned off? back on.
  • Page 47 The operating range for the remote control is about 6 m. s Quick Start Guide Is direct sunlight or strong light from fluorescent lamps Set the projector up in a location where strong light does not shine onto the remote receiver. For EMP-83H/ shining onto the remote receiver? 822H, set the remote receiver to "Off"...

  • Page 48: Appendices

    • Command List ..............67 Replacing Consumables ........51 • Cable Layouts ..............67 • Replacing the Remote Control Batteries ......51 Serial connection (EMP-83H/822H Only)........67 • Replacing the Lamp ............52 • Connecting a USB (EMP-X5/S5 Only) ......68 Lamp replacement period...............52 •...

  • Page 49: 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. translucent screen. (Front projection) (Rear projection) Warning • A special method of installation is required when suspending the projector from a ceiling (ceiling mount).

  • Page 50: 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 51: Replacing Consumables

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

  • Page 52: 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 53: How To Replace The Lamp

    Replacing Consumables How to replace the lamp Procedure After you turn off the projector's power and the Warning confirmation buzzer beeps twice, disconnect the • When replacing the lamp because it has stopped illuminating, power cable. there is a possibility that the lamp may be broken. If replacing the lamp of a projector which has been installed on the ceiling, you should always assume that the lamp is broken, Wait until the lamp has cooled down, then remove...
  • Page 54 Replacing Consumables Loosen the two lamp fixing screws. Install the new lamp. Insert the new lamp along the guide rail in the correct direction so that it fits in place, push down firmly at the location marked "PUSH", and once it is fully inserted tighten the two screws. Take out the old lamp.

  • Page 55: Resetting The Lamp Operating Time

    Replacing Consumables Replace the lamp cover. Attention • Make sure you install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, the lamp turns off automatically as a safety precaution. If the lamp or the lamp cover is not installed correctly, the lamp does not turn on.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Air Filter

    Replacing Consumables Replacing the Air Filter Install the new 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 57: Saving A User's Logo

    Saving a User's Logo You can save the image that is currently being projected as a user's In the configuration menu, select "Extended"- logo. "User's Logo". Depending on the area of purchase, the User's Logo function may not s "Using the Configuration Menu" p.23 be available for EMP-X5/S5.
  • Page 58 Saving a User's Logo Move the box to select the part of the image to use When "Select this image?" is displayed, select as the user's logo. "Yes". Select the zoom factor from the zoom setting screen. When the message "Save this image as the User's Logo?"...

  • Page 59: Screen Size And Distance

    Screen Size and Distance EMP-83H/822H/X5 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 Offset 4:3 Screen Size Offset 16:9 Screen Size...

  • Page 60: Emp-S5

    Screen Size and Distance EMP-S5 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 Offset Offset (When image position 4:3 Screen Size 16:9 Screen Size Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum...

  • Page 61: Connecting To External Equipment

    Connecting to External Equipment Connecting to an External Monitor Connecting to External Speakers (EMP-83H/822H Only) Computer images being input to the Computer1 input port or the Computer Input port can be displayed on an external monitor and the You can connect speakers with built-in amplifiers to the projector's Audio screen at the same time when connected to the projector.

  • Page 62: Connecting A Lan Cable (Emp-83H/822H Only)

    Connecting a LAN Cable (EMP-83H/822H Only) 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.

  • Page 63: Connecting A Usb Cable (Emp-X5/S5 Only)

    Connecting a USB Cable (EMP-X5/S5 Only) Connect the USB port of a computer and the USBport (TypeB) on the rear of the projector with a commercially available USB cable. To USB port To USB port (Type B) USB cable...

  • Page 64: Optional Accessories And Consumables

    The following list of optional accessories is current as of Lamp unit (For EMP-X5/S5) ELPLP41 March, 2007. Details of accessories are subject to change without Lamp unit (For EMP-83H/822H) ELPLP42 notice and availability may vary depending on the country of purchase. Use as a replacement for used lamps.

  • Page 65: Glossary

    Glossary This section briefly explains 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 66 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 color intervals that was formulated so that colors that are reproduced by video equipment can be handled easily by computer operating systems (OS) and the Internet.

  • Page 67: Esc/Vp21 Commands

    Command List Cable Layouts When the power ON command is transmitted to the projector, the power Serial connection (EMP-83H/822H Only) turns on and it enters warm-up mode. When the projector's power has turned on, a colon ":" (3Ah) is returned.

  • Page 68: Connecting A Usb (Emp-X5/S5 Only)

    Procedure Download the USB driver (USB-COM Driver) from the Epson Web site to your computer. (Type B) Go to http://www.epson.com and select the support section of your local Epson Web site. Install the downloaded USB driver onto your computer. Read the instructions displayed on the download screen.

  • Page 69: Pjlink (Emp-83H/822H Only)

    PJLink (EMP-83H/822H Only) PJLink Class 1 was established by the JBMIA (Japan Business Manufacturer name displayed for "Manufacture name Machine and Information System Industries Association) as a standard information query" protocol for controlling network-compatible projector's as part of their EPSON efforts to standardize projector control protocols.

  • Page 70: List Of Supported Monitor Displays

    List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer image *1 Connection is not possible if the equipment does not have a VGA output port. *2 EMP-S5 is not supported. Number of Even when signals other than those mentioned above are input, it is likely that the Pixels Used image can be projected.

  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications Product name EMP-83H/822H EMP-X5 EMP-S5 Pixelworks DNX are used in this projector. Dimensions 327 (W) ^ 92 (H) ^ 245 (D) mm Panel size 0.63" 0.55" Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Angle of tilt Resolution 480,000 pixels 786,432 pixels XGA...
  • Page 72 (male) LAN port RJ45 USB port (Type B) USB connector (Type B) * 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...
  • Page 73 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 74 If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the Epson America, Inc. user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the...

  • Page 75: Appearance

    Appearance The external dimensions for EMP-83H/822H/X5/S5 are the same. 3-M4Þ9 Center of lens 103.8 94.9 245.0 92.0 56.2 13.3 83.5 327.0 115.0 127.0 69.5 * Distance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing point Units: mm...

  • Page 76: Index

    Index Indicators ............38 Info menu ............34 Input Signal ............34 A/V Mute ............. 15 DHCP ..............31 IP address ............31 A/V mute slide ............5 Direct Power On ..........30 Abs. Color Temp..........25 Display ..............29 Air exhaust vent ............ 5 Display Background ..........29 Air filter ..............
  • Page 77 Index Sharpness .............24, 25 Video Signal ..........26, 27, 34 Signal menu ............25 Volume ..............28 Sleep Mode ............30 Part names and functions ........5 Password protect ..........18 SMTP Server ............32 SNMP ..............32 Password protect sticker ........19 Warning mail ............33 Photo ..............
  • Page 78 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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