Epson Powerlite 6100i Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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The following table explains the meaning of the Power status icons: 
The following table explains the meaning of the Temperature level 
status icons: 
The following table explains the meaning of the error icons
(see Chapter 7 for recommended solutions to problems):  Power status icons
The projector is powered on and its status is 
normal.
The projector is powered off and its status is 
normal.
The projector is powered on and its status is 
abnormal.
The...

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No air filter. The air filter is not installed or installed 
incorrectly; see page 91.
Low air flow. The air filter needs to be cleaned or 
replaced; see page 91.
Air flow sensor error. There is a problem with the 
projector’s air flow sensor; contact Epson as 
described on page 109.
Lamp cover door open. Close the lamp cover door; 
see page 93.
Lamp out. The lamp has reached the end of its life; 
see page 93.
Lamp failure at power on. The lamp has reached...

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Controlling Your Projectors
The control buttons in the upper-right let you turn the projector on 
and off and select video sources. (Hold the mouse pointer over a 
button to see a description of its meaning.) Make sure you’ve selected 
the projector you want to operate (with the mouse pointer) before 
clicking one of the buttons. note
To turn on a projector when 
it’s in standby mode 
(plugged in but not 
projecting), you must have 
selected 
Network On as...

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Configuring the Monitoring Interval
If you need to have the most current status information about your 
projectors, click the 
Refresh button in EMP Monitor. 
To select how often EMP Monitor checks the status of projectors, 
follow the steps below:
1. From the Tool menu, select 
Environment Setup. You see this 
screen. 
2. Enter the desired Update interval and click 
OK.
note
If you want EMP Monitor 
to run whenever you start 
your computer, click 
Register...

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Using E-mail Alerts
You can set up e-mail alerts to warn you of problems with the 
projector. Follow the steps below:
1. From the Tool menu, select 
Mail notification function. You see 
this screen:
2. Turn the Mail notification function setting 
On.
3. Enter the IP address and port number of your network’s SMTP 
(outgoing) mail server.
4. Enter the Sender (projector) mail address.
5. Enter up to three e-mail addresses to send alerts to in the 
Recipient...

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Understanding the Notification 
Messages
If a projector experiences a problem, EMP Monitor sends an e-mail 
message to each of the addresses you entered in the Set mail 
notification function window. 
The subject line of the message includes the projector’s display name, 
shown in EMP Monitor, and the warning/error.
The body of the message contains:
■The projector’s display name in EMP Monitor
■The error/warning message
The problem descriptions are similar...

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You see a login screen like this one:
3. Do one of the following:
■If you didn’t set a Web control password in the projector’s 
Network menu, click 
OK.
■If you set a Web control password in the projector’s Network 
menu, enter it in the Password box, then click 
OK.
You see a screen like this one:
Functions corresponding to remote control buttons
Menus 

88Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer4. Select one of the menu options listed on the left, then change any 
of the settings as needed. These settings correspond to those 
found in the projector’s menu system; for details, see Chapter 4.
You cannot change the following settings using a web browser:
■Pointer in the Settings menu
■User’s Logo in the Extended menu
■Reset All, Reset Air Filter Time, or Reset Lamp Hours in 
the Reset menu
5. Use the controls at the bottom of the screen just as you...

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Maintaining the Projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do on a 
regular basis is keep the lens cover glass clean. Any dirt or smears on 
the lens cover glass may show up on your projected image.
You also need to periodically clean the air filter at the side of the 
projector. A clogged air filter can block ventilation needed to cool the 
projector.
The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter. If any 
other part needs replacing, contact your dealer or a...

90Maintaining the Projector
Cleaning the Lens Cover Glass
Clean the lens cover glass whenever you notice dirt or dust on the 
surface.
■Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
■To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use a commercially available 
cloth for cleaning eyeglasses.
Cleaning the Projector Case
Before you clean the case, first turn off the projector and unplug the 
power cord.
■To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free 
cloth.
■To remove stubborn dirt or stains,...