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Using the Projector on a Network
Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your projector for use on a network.
Note: The interactive features may be slower over a network connection than over a USB connection.
Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts
Setting Up Monitoring Using SNMP
Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser
Wired Network Projection
You can project through a wired network. To do this, you connect the projector to your network, and then set up your projector and computer for network projection.
After connecting and setting up the projector as described here, install the network software from the included CD or download the software and manuals as necessary.
Note: If your projector is connected via a LAN cable to a network that includes a wireless access point, you can connect to the projector wirelessly through the access point using the Epson network software.
Selecting Wired Network Settings
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Using the Projector on a Network
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Additional Projector Software and Manuals
Projector Network Settings - Network Menu
Connecting to a Wired Network
To connect the projector to a wired local area network (LAN), use a 100Base-TX or 10Base-T network cable. To ensure proper data transmission, use a Category 5 shielded cable or better.
1.
Connect one end of the network cable to your network hub, switch, or router.
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2.
Connect the other end of the cable to the projector's LAN port.
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Selecting Wired Network Settings
Before you can project from computers on your network, you must select the network settings for the projector using its menu system.
Note: Make sure you already connected the projector to your wired network using the LAN port.
1.
Turn on the projector.
2.
Press the Menu button.
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3.
Select the Network menu and press Enter.
4.
Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
5.
Select the Basic menu and press Enter.
6.
Select the following basic options as necessary:
• Projector Name lets you enter a name up to 16 alphanumeric characters long to identify the projector over the network.
• PJLink Password lets you enter a password up to 32 alphanumeric characters long for using the
PJLink protocol for projector control.
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• Remote Password lets you enter a password up to 8 alphanumeric characters long for accessing the Remote or Basic Control screen in Epson Web Control. (Default user name is
EPSONREMOTE; default password is guest.)
• Web Control Password lets you enter a password up to 8 alphanumeric characters long for accessing the projector over the web. (Default user name is EPSONWEB; default password is
admin.)
• Moderator Password lets you enter a password up to 4 numbers long for accessing the projector as a moderator using EasyMP Multi PC Projection or the Epson iProjection app.
• Projector Keyword lets you turn on a security password to prevent access to the projector by anyone not in the room with it. You must enter a displayed, randomized keyword from a computer using the EasyMP Multi PC Projection software to access the projector.
• Display LAN Info lets you select how the projector displays network information. You can select an option to display a QR code that lets you quickly connect your iOS or Android devices using the
Epson iProjection app.
Note: Use the displayed keyboard to enter the name, passwords, and keyword. Press the arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight characters and press Enter to select them.
7.
Select the Wired LAN menu and press Enter.
8.
If necessary, select IP Settings and press Enter.
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9.
Select your IP Settings as necessary:
• If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the DHCP setting.
• If you must set addresses manually, turn off DHCP and enter the projector's IP Address, Subnet
Mask, and Gateway Address as needed.
Note: To highlight the numbers you want from the displayed keyboard, press the arrow buttons on the remote control. To select a highlighted number, press Enter. Or, press and hold the Num button on the remote control while entering the desired numbers.
10. To prevent display of the IP address on the standby screen, turn off IP Address Display.
11. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
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Projector Network Settings - Network Menu
Wireless Network Projection
You can project over a wireless network. To do this, you must set up your projector and computer for wireless projection.
Note: The Epson 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN module is not included with your projector and is optional.
There are two ways to connect to your projector wirelessly:
• Using the optional Quick Wireless Connection USB Key (Windows only); your computer does not need to be connected to a wireless network or use additional network software to connect with this option
• Configuring the connection manually using the projector's Network menus
After setting up the projector as described here, install the network software from the included CD or download the software and manuals as necessary.
Note: If your projector is connected via a LAN cable to a network that includes a wireless access point, you can connect to the projector wirelessly through the access point using the Epson network software.
Installing the Wireless LAN Module
Using Quick Wireless Connection (Windows)
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Connecting Directly to a Smartphone or Tablet
Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually
Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows
Selecting Wireless Network Settings on Mac
Setting Up Wireless Network Security
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Using the Projector on a Network
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Additional Projector Software and Manuals
Projector Network Settings - Network Menu
Installing the Wireless LAN Module
To use the projector over a wireless network, install the Epson 802.11b/g/n wireless module in the projector. Do not install any other type of wireless module.
Caution: Never remove the module while its indicator light is blue or flashing, or while you are projecting wirelessly. You may damage the module or lose data.
Note: The wireless LAN module is not included with your projector.
1.
Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
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2.
Unscrew and remove the cable cover if it is attached (screwdriver not included).
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3.
Insert the wireless LAN module into the port shown here.
4.
Replace the cable cover and tighten the screws.
5.
Plug in and turn on the projector.
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Using Quick Wireless Connection (Windows)
You can create a Quick Wireless Connection USB Key to quickly connect the projector to a Windows computer wirelessly. Then you can project your presentation and remove the key when you are done.
Note: A USB flash drive is not included with your projector.
1.
Create a Quick Wireless Connection USB Key with a USB flash drive and the EasyMP Multi PC
Projection software.
Note: See the EasyMP Multi PC Projection Operation Guide for instructions.
2.
Turn on the projector.
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3.
Insert the USB key into the projector's USB-A port.
You see a projected message that the network information update is complete.
4.
Remove the USB key.
5.
Insert the USB key into a USB port on your computer.
Note: In Windows Vista, if you see the AutoPlay window, select Run MPPLaunch.exe, then select
Allow on the next screen.
6.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the EasyMP Multi PC Projection software.
Note: If you see a Windows Firewall message, click Yes to disable the firewall. You need administrator authority to install the software. If it is not installed automatically, double-click
MPPLaunch.exe in the USB key.
After a few minutes, your computer image is displayed by the projector. If it does not appear, press the LAN or Source Search button on your remote control or restart your computer.
7.
Run your presentation as necessary.
8.
When you finish projecting wirelessly, select the Safely Remove Hardware option in the Windows taskbar, then remove the USB key from your computer.
Note: You can share the USB key with other computers without disconnecting your computer. You may need to restart your computer to reactivate your wireless LAN connection.
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Connecting Directly to a Smartphone or Tablet
You can display a QR code on the screen and use it to connect a single smartphone or tablet to your projector with the Epson iProjection app.
1.
Download the latest version of Epson iProjection from the App Store or Google Play and install it on your smartphone or tablet.
2.
Press the Menu button on the projector or the remote control.
3.
Select the Network menu and press Enter.
4.
Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
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5.
Select the Wireless LAN menu and press Enter.
6.
Select Connection Mode and press Enter.
7.
Select Quick and press Enter, then press Enter again.
8.
When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
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9.
Press the Home button on the projector or the remote control.
10. Select the QR code icon and press Enter.
Your projector displays a QR code on the projection surface.
11. Open Epson iProjection on your smartphone or tablet.
12. Use the QR code reader feature to read the QR code and connect your device to the projector.
Your smartphone or tablet is now connected to your projector. Visit epson.com/iprojection (U.S.) or epson.ca/iprojection (Canada) for information on controlling your projector with the Epson iProjection app.
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Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually
Before you can project from your wireless network, you must select the network settings for the projector using its menu system.
1.
Turn on the projector.
2.
Press the Menu button.
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3.
Select the Network menu and press Enter.
4.
Make sure the Wireless LAN Power setting is set to On.
5.
Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
6.
Select the Basic menu and press Enter.
7.
Select the following basic options as necessary:
• Projector Name lets you enter a name up to 16 alphanumeric characters long to identify the projector over the network.
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• PJLink Password lets you enter a password up to 32 alphanumeric characters long for using the
PJLink protocol for projector control.
• Remote Password lets you enter a password up to 8 alphanumeric characters long for accessing the Remote or Basic Control screen in the Epson Web Control. (Default user name is
EPSONREMOTE; default password is guest.)
• Web Control Password lets you enter a password up to 8 alphanumeric characters long for accessing the projector over the web. (Default user name is EPSONWEB; default password is
admin.)
• Moderator Password lets you enter a password up to 4 numbers long for accessing the projector as a moderator with EasyMP Multi PC Projection or the Epson iProjection app.
• Projector Keyword lets you turn on a security password to prevent access to the projector by anyone not in the room with it. The projector displays a random keyword that you must enter from a computer using the EasyMP Multi PC Projection software or an iOS or Android device using iProjection.
• Display LAN Info lets you select how the projector displays network information. You can select an option to display a QR code that lets you quickly connect your iOS or Android devices using the
Epson iProjection app.
Note: Use the displayed keyboard to enter the name, passwords and keyword. Press the arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight characters and press Enter to select them.
8.
Select the Wireless LAN menu and press Enter.
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9.
Select the settings on the menu as necessary for your network.
10. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
After you complete the wireless settings for your projector, you need to select the wireless network on your computer, or iOS or Android device.
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Wireless LAN Menu Settings
Setting
Connection Mode
Search Access Point
SSID
Options
Quick
Advanced
Description
Selects the type of wireless connection:
Quick: lets you directly connect to multiple devices and computers using the projector's wireless network (requires the optional Wireless LAN Unit).
For computers, use Easy MP
Multi PC Projection to connect using this connection mode.
Advanced: lets you connect to multiple devices and computers via a wireless network access point
To Search View
Search for available wireless network access points in
Advancedconnection mode
Up 32 alphanumeric characters Sets the SSID (network name) of the wireless LAN system the projector is connecting to
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Setting
Security
Passphrase
Channel
IP Settings
SSID Display
IP Address Display
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Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually
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Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows
Before connecting to the projector, select the correct wireless network on your computer.
1.
To access your wireless utility software, access the Desktop and double-click the network icon on the Windows taskbar.
2.
Do one of the following:
• If your projector is set up on an existing network (Advanced mode), select the network name
(SSID).
• If your projector is configured for Quick mode, select the projector's SSID.
3.
Click Connect.
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Selecting Wireless Network Settings on Mac
Before connecting to the projector, select the correct wireless network on your Mac.
1.
Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the screen.
2.
Make sure AirPort is turned on, then do one of the following:
• If your projector is set up on an existing network (Advanced mode), select the network name
(SSID).
• If your projector is configured for Quick mode, select the projector's SSID.
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Setting Up Wireless Network Security
You can set up security for your projector to use on the wireless network. Set up one of the following security options to match the settings used on your network:
• WPA/WPA2-PSK security (Advanced connection mode)
• WPA2-PSK security (Advanced and Quick connection mode)
Check with your network administrator for guidance on entering the correct information.
1.
Press the Menu button.
2.
Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3.
Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
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4.
Select the Wireless LAN menu and press Enter.
5.
Select the Security setting and press Enter.
6.
Select the security settings for your network.
7.
When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
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Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts
You can set up the projector to send you an e-mail alert over the network if there is a problem with the projector.
1.
Press the Menu button.
2.
Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3.
Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
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4.
Select the Notifications menu and press Enter.
5.
Turn on Mail Notification.
6.
Enter the IP address for the SMTP Server setting.
Note: To enter the IP address using the numeric keys on the remote control, press and hold the
Num button. Do not use these addresses: 127.x.x.x or 224.0.0.0 through 255.255.255.255 (where x is a number from 0 to 255).
7.
Select a number for the SMTP server Port Number setting, from 1 to 65535 (default is 25).
8.
Enter the sender's email address for the From option.
9.
Choose an Address field, enter the e-mail address, and select the alerts you want to receive there.
Repeat for up to three addresses. Your e-mail address can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters long.
10. If you are using the PJLink protocol for projector control, turn on PJLink Notification and enter the
IP address where you want to receive PJLink notifications for the Notified IP Address setting.
11. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
Note: If a critical problem causes a projector to shut down, you may not receive an e-mail alert.
Network Projector E-mail Alert Messages
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Using the Projector on a Network
Network Projector E-mail Alert Messages
When a problem occurs with a networked projector, and you selected to receive e-mail alerts, you receive an e-mail containing the following information:
• The email address entered as the From setting
• Epson Projector on the subject line
• The name of the projector experiencing a problem
• The IP address of the affected projector
• Detailed information about the problem
Note: If a critical problem causes a projector to shut down, you may not receive an e-mail alert.
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Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts
Setting Up Monitoring Using SNMP
Network administrators can install SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) software on network computers so they can monitor projectors. If your network uses this software, you can set up the projector for SNMP monitoring.
1.
Press the Menu button.
2.
Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3.
Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
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4.
Select the Notifications menu and press Enter.
5.
Turn on the SNMP setting.
6.
Enter up to two IP addresses to receive SNMP notifications, using 0 to 255 for each address field.
Note: To enter the IP address using the numeric keys on the remote control, press and hold the
Num button. Do not use these addresses: 127.x.x.x or 224.0.0.0 through 255.255.255.255 (where x is a number from 0 to 255).
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7.
Select the Others menu and press Enter.
8.
If available, select the Priority Gateway setting for your network.
9.
If your network environment uses an AMX controller, turn on the AMX Device Discovery setting to allow the projector to be detected.
10. If your network environment uses a Crestron RoomView controller, turn on the Crestron RoomView setting to allow the projector to be detected.
11. If you are using the projector with a Control 4 Simple Device Discovery Protocol (SDDP) automation system, turn on the Control4 SDDP setting.
12. If you want this projector to receive broadcast messages over the network, turn on the Message
Broadcasting setting. Administrators can broadcast messages over the network using the Message
Broadcasting plug-in for EasyMP Monitor (Windows only).
13. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
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Using the Projector on a Network
Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser
Once you have connected your projector to your network, you can select projector settings and control projection using a compatible web browser. This lets you access the projector remotely.
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Note: The web setup and control features support Microsoft Internet Explorer 9.0 or later, and Safari on networks that do not use a proxy server for connection. You cannot select all of the projector menu settings or control all projector functions using a web browser.
Note: If you set Standby Mode to Communication On in the ECO menu, you can use a web browser to select settings and control projection even if the projector is in standby mode.
1.
Make sure the projector is turned on.
2.
Start your web browser on a computer or device connected to the network.
3.
Type the projector's IP address into the browser's address box and press the computer's Enter key.
4.
Select the icon.
Note: You may need to log in before you see the Web Control screen. If you see a log in window, enter your user name and password. (The default user name is EPSONWEB and the default password is admin.)
You see the Web Control screen.
5.
To select projector menu settings, select the name of the menu and follow the on-screen instructions.
6.
To control projection remotely, select the Web RemoteBasic Control option.
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You see a screen like this:
1 Power button control
2 Selects the Computer port source
3 Selects Video and HDMI port sources
4 Freeze button control
5 A/V Mute button control
6 Page up and Page down button controls
7 Searches for sources
8 Selects the network source
9 Selects the USB Display or USB device source
10 Volume button controls
11 Displays a QR code for connecting with iOS or Android devices using the Epson iProjection app
7.
Select the icon corresponding to the projector function you want to control.
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Using the Projector on a Network
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Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Crestron RoomView Support
If you are using the Crestron RoomView network monitoring and control system, you can set up your projector for use on the system. Crestron RoomView lets you control and monitor your projector using a web browser.
Note: You cannot use the Epson Web Control feature or the Message Broadcasting plug-in for EasyMP
Monitor when you use Crestron RoomView.
For additional information on Crestron RoomView, contact Crestron.
Setting Up Crestron RoomView Support
Controlling a Networked Projector Using Crestron RoomView
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Using the Projector on a Network
Setting Up Crestron RoomView Support
To set up your projector for monitoring and control using a Crestron RoomView system, make sure your computer and projector are connected to the network. If you are connecting wirelessly, set up the projector using the Advanced network connection mode.
Note: If you want to use the Crestron RoomView system when the projector is turned off, you need to adjust the Standby Mode setting in the ECO menu.
1.
Press the Menu button.
2.
Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3.
Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
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4.
Select the Others menu and press Enter.
5.
Set the Crestron RoomView setting to On to allow the projector to be detected.
Note: Enabling Crestron RoomView disables the Epson Message Broadcasting feature in the
EasyMP Monitor software.
6.
When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
7.
Turn off the projector, then turn it on again to enable the setting.
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Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Controlling a Networked Projector Using Crestron RoomView
Once you have set up your projector to use Crestron RoomView, you can control and monitor projection using a compatible web browser.
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Start your web browser on a computer connected to the network.
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Type the projector's IP address into the browser's address box and press the computer's Enter key.
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You see this screen:
3.
Select the input source that you want to control in the Sources List box. You can scroll through available sources using the up and down arrows in the box.
4.
To control projection remotely, click the on-screen buttons that correspond to the projector's remote control buttons. You can scroll through button options at the bottom of the screen.
Note: These on-screen buttons do not directly correspond to the projector's remote control buttons:
• OK acts as the Enter button
• Menu displays the projector's menu
5.
To view information about the projector, click the Info tab.
6.
To change projector, Crestron, and password settings, click the Tools tab, select settings on the displayed screen, and click Send.
7.
When you finish selecting settings, click Exit to exit the program.
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Key Features
- Short throw Short throw projector Grey, White
- 3LCD 3800 ANSI lumens
- Lamp 5000 h
- WUXGA (1920x1200) 16:10 300:1
- Screen size compatibility: 1778 - 2540 mm (70 - 100") Number of colours: 1.073 billion colours
- Focus: Manual
- Ethernet LAN
- Built-in speaker(s) 16 W
- AC 400 W
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