Epson EMP-81/61 Projector Quick Reference Guide

821/81/61 Quick Reference Guide English-01-04

Useful Functions

Colour mode selection

A/V Mute

The following six preset types of colour mode can be selected by pressing on the remote control.

• Dynamic • Presentation • Theatre

• Living Room • sRGB • Blackboard

Playback of images and sound can be momentarily paused and then resumed each time on the remote control is pressed.

User's Guide

"Selecting the Projection

Quality (Colour Mode

Selection)"

User's Guide

"A/V Mute"

Troubleshooting

Printed in China

04.XX-.XA(G04) 405128100E

User's Guide

"Troubleshooting"

Using the help function

1

2

Press .

Select the item to view.

Tilt on the remote control or press and on the projector's control panel to select an item.

3

4

Accept the selection.

Press the to confirm the selection of a menu item.

The help contents will then be displayed.

The help menu is cleared when is pressed.

Checking the indicators

These indicators alert you to problems with projector operation. The following tables show what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate.

Refer to "Problems Solving" in the User's Guide for further details.

If all indicators are switched off, check that the power cable is connected correctly and that power is being supplied normally.

Problem/Warning

Status

Lit

Problem and remedy

Flashing

Power

Red

Red

Off

High temperature inside projector (overheating)

The lamp will turn off automatically and projection will stop. Wait for about 5 minutes. Then press to turn the projector back on.

Normal

Status

Power

Lit Flashing

Problem and remedy

Off

Orange

Standby condition

The power cable should only be disconnected in this condition.

Projection starts when you press .

Power

Red

Red

Power

Red

Red

Red

Lamp problem

Remove the lamp and check if it is broken. If the lamp is not broken, reinsert it. If the lamp is broken replace it with a new lamp, or contact your local dealer for further advice.

Internal problem

*1

Stop using the projector and send it for service.

*2

Power Red

Power

Something is wrong with the fan or the sensor.

Stop using the projector and send it for service.

*2

Power

Green

Warm-up in progress

After warm-up finishes, projection starts when an image signal is input.

Green Projection in progress

Red

Power

Orange

Red High-speed cooling in progress. If the temperature rises too high again, projection will stop automatically.

Check that the air filter and air exhaust vent are clear, and that the internal room temperature is not too high.

Power Orange

Cool-down in progress

The projector changes to standby (indicator lights orange) after about 20 seconds.

Power

Orange

It is time to replace the lamp.

Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible.

If you continue to use the old lamp, the possibility that the lamp may break will increase.

*1 Contact your dealer for a spare lamp.

*2 For repairs, contact your dealer or the nearest address provided in the "International Warranty Conditions" section in the Safety

Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms booklet.

Be sure to read the accompanying User's Guide before using the projector.

Adjusting the Image Size

WARNING

Do not look into the lens while the projector's power is turned on.

User's Guide

"Screen Size and Projection Distance"

The size of the projected image is basically determined by the distance from the lens to the screen.

The actual values will vary depending on projection conditions and the zoom setting.

The values should be used as a guide for setting up the projector.

Distance to screen

("W" (wide) to "T" (tele))

909 – 1473 cm (29.8–48.3 ft.)

915 – 1094 cm (30.0–35.9 ft.)

604 – 980 (19.8–32.2)

608 – 728 (19.9–23.9)

300 – 487 (9.8–16.0)

301 – 361 (9.9–11.8)

239 – 389 (7.8–12.8)

240 – 287 (7.9–9.4)

EMP-821

EMP-81/61

20 cm

(7.9 in.)*

178 – 290 (5.8–9.5)

179 – 214 (5.9–7.0)

147 – 241 (4.8–5.9)

148 – 177 (4.9–5.8)

117 – 192 (3.8–6.3)

117 – 141 (3.8–4.6)

86 – 142 (2.8–4.7)

87 – 104 (2.9–3.4)

30

(61 46)

40

(81 61)

Screen size

300"

(610 460 cm)

50

(100 76)

200

60

(120 90)

80

(160 120)

100

(410 300)

(200 150)

Centre of lens

Distance from centre

4

(1.6) of lens to bottom edge of screen

6

(2.2)

7

(2.7)

8

(3.3)

11

(4.4)

14

(5.5)

28

(10.9)

42 cm

(16.4 in.)

* When installing against a wall, leave about 20 cm (7.9 in.) between the projector and the wall.

Connecting to a Computer

User's Guide

"Connecting to a Computer"

Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting them.

To [Computer1/Component Video1] or [Computer2/Component Video2] port (blue)

To computer monitor port

Computer cable

(accessory)

Tip

The computer cable supplied with the projector may not match the monitor port on some computers. In such cases, you will need to purchase a separate adapter.

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Connecting to a Video Source

User's Guide

"Connecting to a Video Source"

Turn off the power for both the projector and the video source before connecting them.

[Video] port (yellow) [Audio] port

To audio output port

To S-Video output port

To video output port

When connecting to a video source with a video output port yellow yellow white white red

A/V cable

(commercially-available) red

To [Audio] port

Connect the cable using the audio adapter that is supplied with the projector.

S-Video cable (commercially-available)

[Audio] port

[S-Video] port

When connecting to a video source with an

S-Video output port

* To play sound through the projector's built-in speaker, use the audio adapter (supplied with the projector) to connect an A/V cable (commercially available) to the [Audio] input port corresponding to the connected video source.

Tip

If connecting a component video source (such as a DVD player), you can use the optional component video cable to connect the source to the Computer/Component Video port at the rear of the projector.

User's Guide

"Turning On the Projector"

Power indicator

Preparation before Projecting

1

Remove the lens cover.

2

3

4

Insert the projector's power cable into the projector.

Insert the power cable into an earthed electrical outlet.

The Power indicator will light orange.

Turn on the power for the signal input source.

For video equipment, press [Play] to start playback.

5 Press to turn on the projector's power.

A beep will sound to indicate that the projector is starting up.

The Power indicator will flash green, and projection will then start (warm-up in progress).

The Password Protect setting may cause the password entry screen to be displayed each time the power is turned on.

If this happens, enter the password.

User's Guide "Preventing theft (Password

Protect)"

When the "Extended" - "Operation" - "Direct

Power ON" menu item is set to "ON", a confirmation buzzer sounds and the projector's power turns on as soon as the power plug is inserted into the electrical outlet, and projection then starts.

User's Guide "Extended" Menu

1

5

Tip

2

If no images are projected, change the input signal.

Remote control

Projector

3

If connecting to a computer with a built-in monitor, or to a laptop computer, you may need to change the output destination using the buttons or setting menus on the computer or laptop computer.

User's Guide "Turning On the Power and

Projecting Images"

Adjustments

Adjusting the image angle

While pulling the foot adjust lever, lift up the front of the projector so that the front adjustable foot can extend.

To retract the front adjustable foot, gently push down on the projector while pulling the foot adjust lever.

Foot adjust lever

User's Guide

"Adjusting the Screen Image"

Adjusting the image size and focus

Fine adjustments to image size

Turn the zoom ring to adjust the image size.

Turn to the "W" side to increase the image size, and turn to the "T" side to reduce the image size.

Front adjustable foot

When the projector is tilted, it will cause keystone distortion to appear in the image, but this distortion can be corrected using the automatic keystone correction function as long as the vertical angle of tilt is within a range of approximately 15˚. If you would like to make further minor adjustments to the result of automatic keystone correction, use on the projector's control panel.

Adjusting the focus

Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.

Tip

The following adjustments can also be made.

Auto Setup (only when computer or RGB video signals are being projected)

User's Guide "Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images"

When projecting computer images, the input signals are detected automatically and adjusted so that the optimum images are projected. If the results of automatic adjustment are not satisfactory, individual settings can also be adjusted manually using the menus.

Other adjustments User's Guide "Using the Configuration Menu Functions"

Press on either the remote control or the projector to display the Configuration menu.

You can use the configuration menu functions to adjust setting such as brightness, contrast and colour.

Turning the Projector Off

User's Guide

"Turning Off the Projector"

1 Turn off the power for all sources connected to the projector.

2

3

Press twice to turn off the power.

The Power indicator will flash orange (cool-down in progress/about 20 seconds).

If a message prompting you to clean or replace the air filter appears, follow the instructions in the message.

When the cool-down is complete, a "pip-pip" confirmation buzzer will sound, and the Power indicator will change to light orange.

Power indicator

Operating problems may occur if the power cable is disconnected while the Power indicator is flashing orange.

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Connecting to a Video Source

User's Guide

"Connecting to a Video Source"

Turn off the power for both the projector and the video source before connecting them.

[Video] port (yellow) [Audio] port

To audio output port

To S-Video output port

To video output port

When connecting to a video source with a video output port yellow yellow white white red

A/V cable

(commercially-available) red

To [Audio] port

Connect the cable using the audio adapter that is supplied with the projector.

S-Video cable (commercially-available)

[Audio] port

[S-Video] port

When connecting to a video source with an

S-Video output port

* To play sound through the projector's built-in speaker, use the audio adapter (supplied with the projector) to connect an A/V cable (commercially available) to the [Audio] input port corresponding to the connected video source.

Tip

If connecting a component video source (such as a DVD player), you can use the optional component video cable to connect the source to the Computer/Component Video port at the rear of the projector.

User's Guide

"Turning On the Projector"

Power indicator

Preparation before Projecting

1

Remove the lens cover.

2

3

4

Insert the projector's power cable into the projector.

Insert the power cable into an earthed electrical outlet.

The Power indicator will light orange.

Turn on the power for the signal input source.

For video equipment, press [Play] to start playback.

5 Press to turn on the projector's power.

A beep will sound to indicate that the projector is starting up.

The Power indicator will flash green, and projection will then start (warm-up in progress).

The Password Protect setting may cause the password entry screen to be displayed each time the power is turned on.

If this happens, enter the password.

User's Guide "Preventing theft (Password

Protect)"

When the "Extended" - "Operation" - "Direct

Power ON" menu item is set to "ON", a confirmation buzzer sounds and the projector's power turns on as soon as the power plug is inserted into the electrical outlet, and projection then starts.

User's Guide "Extended" Menu

1

5

Tip

2

If no images are projected, change the input signal.

Remote control

Projector

3

If connecting to a computer with a built-in monitor, or to a laptop computer, you may need to change the output destination using the buttons or setting menus on the computer or laptop computer.

User's Guide "Turning On the Power and

Projecting Images"

Adjustments

Adjusting the image angle

While pulling the foot adjust lever, lift up the front of the projector so that the front adjustable foot can extend.

To retract the front adjustable foot, gently push down on the projector while pulling the foot adjust lever.

Foot adjust lever

User's Guide

"Adjusting the Screen Image"

Adjusting the image size and focus

Fine adjustments to image size

Turn the zoom ring to adjust the image size.

Turn to the "W" side to increase the image size, and turn to the "T" side to reduce the image size.

Front adjustable foot

When the projector is tilted, it will cause keystone distortion to appear in the image, but this distortion can be corrected using the automatic keystone correction function as long as the vertical angle of tilt is within a range of approximately 15˚. If you would like to make further minor adjustments to the result of automatic keystone correction, use on the projector's control panel.

Adjusting the focus

Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.

Tip

The following adjustments can also be made.

Auto Setup (only when computer or RGB video signals are being projected)

User's Guide "Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video Images"

When projecting computer images, the input signals are detected automatically and adjusted so that the optimum images are projected. If the results of automatic adjustment are not satisfactory, individual settings can also be adjusted manually using the menus.

Other adjustments User's Guide "Using the Configuration Menu Functions"

Press on either the remote control or the projector to display the Configuration menu.

You can use the configuration menu functions to adjust setting such as brightness, contrast and colour.

Turning the Projector Off

User's Guide

"Turning Off the Projector"

1 Turn off the power for all sources connected to the projector.

2

3

Press twice to turn off the power.

The Power indicator will flash orange (cool-down in progress/about 20 seconds).

If a message prompting you to clean or replace the air filter appears, follow the instructions in the message.

When the cool-down is complete, a "pip-pip" confirmation buzzer will sound, and the Power indicator will change to light orange.

Power indicator

Operating problems may occur if the power cable is disconnected while the Power indicator is flashing orange.

821/81/61 Quick Reference Guide English-01-04

Useful Functions

Colour mode selection

A/V Mute

The following six preset types of colour mode can be selected by pressing on the remote control.

• Dynamic • Presentation • Theatre

• Living Room • sRGB • Blackboard

Playback of images and sound can be momentarily paused and then resumed each time on the remote control is pressed.

User's Guide

"Selecting the Projection

Quality (Colour Mode

Selection)"

User's Guide

"A/V Mute"

Troubleshooting

Printed in China

04.XX-.XA(G04) 405128100E

User's Guide

"Troubleshooting"

Using the help function

1

2

Press .

Select the item to view.

Tilt on the remote control or press and on the projector's control panel to select an item.

3

4

Accept the selection.

Press the to confirm the selection of a menu item.

The help contents will then be displayed.

The help menu is cleared when is pressed.

Checking the indicators

These indicators alert you to problems with projector operation. The following tables show what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate.

Refer to "Problems Solving" in the User's Guide for further details.

If all indicators are switched off, check that the power cable is connected correctly and that power is being supplied normally.

Problem/Warning

Status

Lit

Problem and remedy

Flashing

Power

Red

Red

Off

High temperature inside projector (overheating)

The lamp will turn off automatically and projection will stop. Wait for about 5 minutes. Then press to turn the projector back on.

Normal

Status

Power

Lit Flashing

Problem and remedy

Off

Orange

Standby condition

The power cable should only be disconnected in this condition.

Projection starts when you press .

Power

Red

Red

Power

Red

Red

Red

Lamp problem

Remove the lamp and check if it is broken. If the lamp is not broken, reinsert it. If the lamp is broken replace it with a new lamp, or contact your local dealer for further advice.

Internal problem

*1

Stop using the projector and send it for service.

*2

Power Red

Power

Something is wrong with the fan or the sensor.

Stop using the projector and send it for service.

*2

Power

Green

Warm-up in progress

After warm-up finishes, projection starts when an image signal is input.

Green Projection in progress

Red

Power

Orange

Red High-speed cooling in progress. If the temperature rises too high again, projection will stop automatically.

Check that the air filter and air exhaust vent are clear, and that the internal room temperature is not too high.

Power Orange

Cool-down in progress

The projector changes to standby (indicator lights orange) after about 20 seconds.

Power

Orange

It is time to replace the lamp.

Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible.

If you continue to use the old lamp, the possibility that the lamp may break will increase.

*1 Contact your dealer for a spare lamp.

*2 For repairs, contact your dealer or the nearest address provided in the "International Warranty Conditions" section in the Safety

Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms booklet.

Be sure to read the accompanying User's Guide before using the projector.

Adjusting the Image Size

WARNING

Do not look into the lens while the projector's power is turned on.

User's Guide

"Screen Size and Projection Distance"

The size of the projected image is basically determined by the distance from the lens to the screen.

The actual values will vary depending on projection conditions and the zoom setting.

The values should be used as a guide for setting up the projector.

Distance to screen

("W" (wide) to "T" (tele))

909 – 1473 cm (29.8–48.3 ft.)

915 – 1094 cm (30.0–35.9 ft.)

604 – 980 (19.8–32.2)

608 – 728 (19.9–23.9)

300 – 487 (9.8–16.0)

301 – 361 (9.9–11.8)

239 – 389 (7.8–12.8)

240 – 287 (7.9–9.4)

EMP-821

EMP-81/61

20 cm

(7.9 in.)*

178 – 290 (5.8–9.5)

179 – 214 (5.9–7.0)

147 – 241 (4.8–5.9)

148 – 177 (4.9–5.8)

117 – 192 (3.8–6.3)

117 – 141 (3.8–4.6)

86 – 142 (2.8–4.7)

87 – 104 (2.9–3.4)

30

(61 46)

40

(81 61)

Screen size

300"

(610 460 cm)

50

(100 76)

200

60

(120 90)

80

(160 120)

100

(410 300)

(200 150)

Centre of lens

Distance from centre

4

(1.6) of lens to bottom edge of screen

6

(2.2)

7

(2.7)

8

(3.3)

11

(4.4)

14

(5.5)

28

(10.9)

42 cm

(16.4 in.)

* When installing against a wall, leave about 20 cm (7.9 in.) between the projector and the wall.

Connecting to a Computer

User's Guide

"Connecting to a Computer"

Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before connecting them.

To [Computer1/Component Video1] or [Computer2/Component Video2] port (blue)

To computer monitor port

Computer cable

(accessory)

Tip

The computer cable supplied with the projector may not match the monitor port on some computers. In such cases, you will need to purchase a separate adapter.