Notations Used in This Guide Attention Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if sufficient care is not taken. Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic. Indicates a page where detailed information regarding a topic can be found. Indicates that an explanation of the underlined word or words in front of this symbol appears in the glossary of terms.
Adjusting Colour for Several Projectors (Multi-Screen Colour Connecting to an External Monitor ..............65 Adjustment)....................19 Connecting to External Speakers (EMP-6100 Only) ......... 65 Summary of Adjustment Procedure ..............19 Connecting a LAN Cable (EMP-6100 Only)..........66 Setting Screen ID ....................19 Optional Accessories and Consumables ..........
Mail notification function when problems occur filter will soon need cleaning or replacing (EMP-6100 only). s p.44 When problems occur in the projector a mail notification is sent to a nominated e-mail address to inform the recipient of the projector's status.
Part Names and Functions Front/Top Name Function Lamp cover Open this cover when replacing the projector's lamp. s p.57 How to open the zoom ring cover Air exhaust vent Attention Do not place objects that may become warped or otherwise affected by heat near the air exhaust vent and do not put your face or hands near the air exhaust vent while projection is in progress.
Part Names and Functions Rear (EMP-6100) Name Function LAN port When a LAN cable is connected, you can monitor and control the projector over a LAN. p.66 RS-232C port When controlling the projector from a computer, connect it to the computer with an RS-232C cable.
Part Names and Functions Rear (EMP-6000) 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.70 Remote receiver Receives signals from the remote control.
Part Names and Functions Control Panel Name Function [a] [b] buttons Adjusts the sound volume. If pressed when a configuration menu or a help screen is displayed, these buttons select menu items and setting values. s Quick Start Guide, p.28 [Help] button Displays and closes the help screen which shows you how to deal with problems if they...
Part Names and Functions Remote Control Name Function [Pointer] button Press to activate the on screen pointer. p.17 [Comp1] button Displays images from the Computer1 port. p.13 [Comp2] button Displays images from the Computer2 port. p.13 [S-Video] button Displays images from the S-Video port. p.13 [Video] button Displays images from the Video port.
Part Names and Functions Base Name Function [Num] button Use this button when entering a password or screen ID. s p.24, [Freeze] button Images are paused or unpaused. s p.15 [Esc] button Stops the current function. If pressed when a configuration menu is displayed, it moves to the previous level.
Changing the Projected Image You can change the projected image in the following two ways. Using the remote control Using the control panel • Changing by Source Search The projector automatically detects signals being input from connected equipment, and the image being input from the equipment is projected.
Changing the Projected Image Changing Directly from the Remote Control You can change directly to the target image by pressing the following buttons on the remote control. Remote control Changes to images Changes to images from from the Computer2 the Computer1 port. port.
Functions for Enhancing Projection Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Colour Procedure Mode) Remote control You can easily obtain the optimum image quality simply by selecting the setting that best corresponds to your surroundings when projecting. The brightness of the image varies depending on the mode selected. Mode Application Photo...
Functions for Enhancing Projection Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute) Freezing the Image (Freeze) You can use this when you want to focus the audience's attention on what When the moving image on the screen is frozen, the image continues to you are saying, or if you do not want to show details such as when you are project, so you can project a moving image one frame at a time like a still changing between files during presentations from a computer.
Functions for Enhancing Projection Changing the Aspect Ratio (Resize) If you press the button while the aspect name is displayed on the screen, it changes to the next aspect mode. When video equipment is connected, images that have been recorded in digital video or onto DVDs can be viewed in 16:9 wide-screen format.
Functions for Enhancing Projection Move the pointer icon. Pointer Function (Pointer) Remote control This allows you to move a pointer icon on the projected image, and helps you draw attention to the area you are talking about. Pointer icon Procedure You can choose from three different kinds of pointer icon ) in "Pointer Shape"...
Functions for Enhancing Projection Move the cross to the area of the image that you Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) want to enlarge. This is useful when you want to expand images to see them in greater Remote control detail, such as graphs and tables.
Adjusting Colour for Several Projectors (Multi-Screen Colour Adjustment) When several projectors are lined up and projecting images, you can Setting Screen ID adjust the brightness and colour tone of each projector's image with For instance, after setting one projector as screen ID3, when you press multi-screen colour adjustment so that the colours of images from button [3] while holding down the [Num] button, even if there is more each projector match closely.
Adjusting Colour for Several Projectors (Multi-Screen Colour Adjustment) Choose the ID you want to set and press the [Enter] Image Correction Method button. After setting up the projectors, adjust the brightness and tone for each image. Press the [Menu] button to close the configuration Procedure menu.
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Adjusting Colour for Several Projectors (Multi-Screen Colour Adjustment) Adjusting "Color Correct. (G/R)" and "Color Correct. (B/Y)". Each time the [Enter] button is pressed the image displayed changes between the pattern display and the actual image, and you can check the adjustment results and make corrections in the actual image.
• Settings for "Display Background", "Startup Screen", and "A/V without permission. Mute" from "Display" on the configuration menu. • Security Lock 4. "Network Protect" (EMP-6100 only) The projector is equipped with various types of anti-theft security When "Network Protect" is set to "On" setting changes for "Network" devices.
• If Password Protect is already activated, you must enter (3) Press the [Esc] button. the password. If the password is entered correctly, the password protect Turn on "Network Protect" (EMP-6100 only). setting menu is displayed. "Entering the password" (1) Select "Network Protect", and then press the [Enter] button.
Security Functions Restricting Operation (Operation Lock) Do one of the following to lock the operation buttons on the control panel. • Full lock All of the buttons on the control panel are locked. You cannot perform any operations from the control panel, including turning the power on or off.
A commercially available theft-prevention wire lock can be passed through the installation point to secure the projector to a desk or pillar. • Cable cover padlock hole (EMP-6100 only) Lock the cable cover using a commercially available padlock, because the power cable and connection cables cannot be unplugged from the...
Using the Configuration Menu ......28 List of Functions ..........29 • Image Menu ...............29 • Signal Menu ...............30 • Settings Menu ..............31 • Extended Menu ..............33 • Network Menu (EMP-6100 Only) ........35 • Info Menu (Display Only)..........38 • Reset Menu ................39...
Using the Configuration Menu Selecting from the Selecting from the Changing the Exit top menu sub menu selected item Top menu Guide Sub menu (Settings) Buttons used Using the control panel Select the setting to change Using the remote control...
List of Functions Image Menu Items that can be set vary depending on the image signal currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots. Setting details are saved for each image signal. Computer image Component video /Composite video /S-video Sub Menu Function...
List of Functions Signal Menu Items that can be set vary depending on the image signal currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots. Setting details are saved for each image signal. Computer image Component video Composite video /S-video Sub Menu Function...
RCA Audio Input You can select whether to use the RCA audio port (L-Audio-R) as audio input for either the (EMP-6100 only) equipment connected to the Video port or the equipment connected to the S-Video port. For example, the illustration on the right shows how the image port and the audio port are combined when "S-Video"...
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To cancel the test pattern, press the [Esc] button on the remote control or the control panel. Reset You can reset all adjustment values for the "Settings" menu, except for "RCA Audio Input (EMP-6100 only)", to their default settings. To return all menu items to their default settings, see s...
You can use network monitoring and control functions while the projector is in standby mode when this is set to "Network On". Depending on the model, you can use the following methods to monitor and control the state of the projector. EMP-6100: You can use SNMP or EMP Monitor software supplied with this product.
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*2 To download EMP Monitor software, go to http://www.epson.com, select your local Epson Web site and then select the support section. EMP Monitor is software that uses a computer to monitor and control the state of one or more projectors on a network.
List of Functions Network Menu (EMP-6100 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.23 Sub Menu...
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List of Functions Sub Menu Function SNMP Set the SNMP. Trap IP Address 1/Trap IP Address 2: You can register up to two for the SNMP trap notification destination. The IP address registered in "Trap IP Address 2" is used when the IP address registered in "Trap IP Address 1" cannot be accessed. Community Name: Enter the community name for SNMP.
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List of Functions *2 When the mail notification function is set to "On" and the projector enters an abnormal/warning state, the following mail is sent. Subject: EPSON Projector First line: The projector name of the projector where the abnormality occurs...
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...
The following items are not reset to their defaults: "Computer1 Input", "Computer2 Input", "User's Logo", "Multi-screen", all items for "Network" menus (EMP-6100 only), "Air Filter Usage Time", "Lamp Hours", and "Language". Reset Air Filter Time You can clear the cumulative air filter use time, and return it to "0H". Reset when you replace the air filter.
Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. Using the Help............. 41 Problem Solving ..........42 • Reading the Indicators............42 t Power indicator lights red ............43 i · o · n Indicator is lit or flashing orange .........44 •...
Using the Help Confirm the selection. If a problem occurs with the projector, Help uses on-screen displays to assist you in solving the problem. Using the remote control Using the control panel Procedure Press the [Help] button. The help screen is displayed. Using the remote control Using the control panel Use the same operations as procedures 2 and 3 to...
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.45 Reading the Indicators The projector is provided with the following four indicators that indicate the operating status of the projector.
Problem Solving Abnormal t Power indicator lights red : Lit : Flashing: : Off Status Cause Remedy or Status Internal Error Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the World-Wide Warranty Terms.
Check that the air filter is securely installed. s p.60 (EMP-6100 only) If the error continues when an air filter is installed, the air filter sensor is malfunctioning. Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact your local dealer or the nearest address provided in the World-Wide Warranty Terms.
No images appear s p.46 abnormality occurs in the Projection does not start, the projection area is completely black, the projector (EMP-6100 only) s p.51 projection area is completely blue, and so on. Moving images are not displayed s p.46 Moving images being projected from a computer appear black and nothing is projected.
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.
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Problem Solving The message "Not supported." is displayed Check Remedy Is the image signal format setting correct? Change the setting according to the signal for the connected equipment. s"Signal"-"Video Signal" p.30 Only when projecting images from a video source Do the image signal resolution and the refresh rate Refer to the computer's documentation for how to change the image signal resolution and the refresh rate correspond to the mode? output from the computer.
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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.30 Only when projecting images from a video source Are the cables connected correctly? Check that all the cables required for projection are securely connected.
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Problem Solving Image colours are not right Check Remedy Do the input signal settings match the signals from the Change the following settings according to the signal for the connected equipment. connected device? When projecting images from equipment connected to Computer1 or Computer2 port s"Signal"- "Computer1/2 Input"...
Is the audio source setting correct? Check the "RCA Audio Input" setting on the configuration menu. s p.31 Only when video equipment is connected to the EMP-6100 The remote control does not work Check Remedy Is the remote control light-emitting area pointing towards the Point the remote control towards the remote receiver.
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When the button is released, normal remote control operation resumes. Mail is not received even if an abnormality occurs in the projector (EMP-6100 only) Check...
Resetting the air filter operating time..........61 Specifications............73 Saving a User’s Logo ......... 62 Appearance............76 Screen Size and Distance ........64 Index..............77 Connecting to External Equipment ....65 • Connecting to an External Monitor ........65 • Connecting to External Speakers (EMP-6100 Only) ..65...
Installation Methods The projector supports the following four different projection methods. • Project images from in front • Project images from behind a of the screen (Front translucent screen (Rear Attention projection) projection) • A special method of installation is required when suspending the projector from the ceiling (ceiling mount).
Cleaning You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of Cleaning the Air Filter projected images starts to deteriorate. Clean the air filter when the following message is displayed. • "The air filter is clogged. Clean or replace the air filter." Cleaning the Projector's Surface •...
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Cleaning Procedure • After cleaning the air filter, make sure you set "Reset Air Filter Time" from the configuration menu. p.39 Open the air filter cover. • If a message is frequently displayed, even after cleaning, it While pushing the air filter catches, pull the cover down. is time to replace the air filter.
Replacing Consumables Replace the old batteries with new batteries. This section explains how to replace the remote control batteries, the lamp, and the air filter. Attention Check the positions of the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery Replacing the Remote Control Batteries holder to ensure the batteries are inserted the correct way.
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.
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Replacing Consumables Loosen the two lamp fixing screws. Procedure After you turn off the projector's power and the confirmation buzzer beeps twice, disconnect the power cable. Wait until the lamp has cooled down, then remove the lamp cover from the surface of the projector. Open the lamp cover by inserting the screwdriver supplied with the new lamp into the lamp cover side switch, and remove the lamp cover without removing the screwdriver.
Replacing Consumables Install the new lamp. Attention Insert the new lamp so that the lamp fits in place correctly and, once it is fully inserted, tighten the two screws. • Make sure you install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, the lamp turns off automatically as a safety precaution.
Replacing Consumables Open the air filter cover. Replacing the Air Filter While pushing the air filter cover catches, pull the cover down. Air filter replacement period It is time to replace the air filter when: • The air filter has been turned brown by such things as tobacco resin.
Replacing Consumables Install the new air filter. • Make sure you install an air filter. A message is displayed if the projector is used without an air filter, and the power turns off automatically after about one minute. • Dispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your local regulations.
Saving a User’s Logo From the configuration menu, select "Extended" - You can save the image that is currently being projected as a user's "User's Logo". s "Using the Configuration Menu" logo. p.28 When a user's logo is saved, the previous user's logo is erased.
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Saving a User’s Logo The image is recorded and a selection marquee box When "Select this image?" is displayed, select is displayed. Move the box to select the part of the "Yes". image to use as the user's logo. Select the zoom factor from the zoom setting screen.
Screen Size and Distance See the following table to choose the best position for your projector. The values are only a guide. Units: cm (in.) Units: cm (ft) Units: cm (in.) Projection Distance Distance from the Centre of the 4:3 Screen Size Minimum Maximum Lens to the Base of the Screen...
Connecting to External Equipment Connecting to an External Monitor Connecting to External Speakers (EMP-6100 Only) Computer images being input to the Computer1 port can be displayed on You can connect speakers with built-in amplifiers to the projector's Audio an external monitor and the screen at the same time when connected to the Out port to enjoy a fuller quality of sound.
Connecting a LAN Cable (EMP-6100 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.
Optional Accessories and Consumables The following list of optional accessories is current as of July, 2006. Ceiling mount ELPMB07 Details of accessories are subject to change without notice and Ceiling mount (for use as ceiling plate) ELPMB21 Use when installing the projector on a ceiling. availability may vary depending on the country of purchase.
Glossary This section explains easily terms that are used with the projector and difficult terms that are not explained in the text of this guide. For details, refer to other commercially available publications. Aspect ratio The ratio between an image's length and its height. HDTV images have an aspect ratio of 16:9 and appear elongated. The aspect ratio for standard images is 4:3.
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Glossary SVGA A type of video signal with a resolution of 800 (horizontal) ^ 600 (vertical) dots that is used by IBM PC/AT-compatible computers. S-video A video signal which has the luminance component and colour component separated to provide better image quality. Refers to images that consist of two independent signals: Y (luminance signal) and C (colour signal).
List of ESC/VP21 Commands Command List Cable Layouts When the power ON command is transmitted to the projector, the power Serial connection turns on and it enters warm-up mode. When the projector's power has • Connector shape : D-Sub 9-pin (male) turned on, a colon ":"...
PJLink (EMP-6100 Only) PJLink Class 1 was established by the JBMIA (Japan Business Machine and Information System Industries Association) as a standard protocol for controlling network-compatible projector's as part of their efforts to standardize projector control protocols. The projector complies with the PJLink Class 1 standard established by the JBMIA.
List of Supported Monitor Displays Computer image Component video Number of Resolutions (dots) Refresh Rate Pixels Used Signal Aspect Ratio Aspect Ratio Refresh Rate Resolution (Hz) Signal When Display 16:9 (Hz) (dots) is Resized SDTV (525i) 1024 ^ 768 1024 ^ 576 (dots) SDTV (625i) 1024 ^ 768...
Specifications Product name Multimedia Projector Multimedia Projector EMP-6100 EMP-6000 Pixelworks DNX ICs are Dimensions 465 (W) ^ 146 (H) ^ 340 (D) mm (not including feet) used in this projector. Panel size 0.8" Display method Polysilicon TFT active matrix Resolution...
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Specifications Safety standards EMC standards UL60950-1 FCC Part 15B Class B (DoC) Canada Canada CSA C22.2 No.60950-1 ICES-003 Class B The Low Voltage Directive The EMC Directive (73/23/EEC) (89/336/EEC) IEC/EN60950-1 EN55022, Class B EN55024 IEC/EN61000-3-2 IEC/EN61000-3-3 Australia/New Zealand AS/NZS CISPR 22:2002 Class B...
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However, there is no guarantee that interference : Epson America, Inc. will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause Located at...
Index Configuration menu ..........28 Help function ............41 Connecting a LAN cable ........66 High altitude mode ..........33 Consumables ............67 How to replace the lamp ........57 A/V mute ............15, 33 Contrast ...............29 Abs. color temp ........... 29 Control panel ............8 Address 1/2/3 setting ..........
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Index Rear ..............33 Sub menu ............28 Rear foot ............6, 7 Subnet mask ............35 Refresh rate ............38 Supported monitor displays ........ 72 Network menu ............. 35 Remote control ............9 Suspension bracket fixing points ....10, 76 Network protect ........... 22 Remote control light-emitting area .......10 S-video port ............
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Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America. 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...