Epson Powerlite 800p Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Resetting the Lamp Timer
After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the 
projector’s menu. 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the control panel or the remote 
control. You see the main menu.
2. Use the 
Sync– button (control panel) or the   button (remote 
control) to highlight 
About.
You see the lamp usage hours and other settings.
3. Press 
 to select Reset Lamp Timer. Press  again. You see this 
prompt:
4. Select
 Yes, then press  .
5. When you’re finished, press 
Esc or Menu.  
						

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Transporting the Projector
The projector contains many glass and precision parts. If you need to 
transport it, follow these packing guidelines to prevent damage
to the projector:

When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original 
packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original 
packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning 
around the projector.

When transporting the projector a long distance, first put it in a 
carrying case (such as an optional EPSON case), then pack it in a 
firm box, using cushioning around the case.

If you want to store the remote control inside the projector’s 
carrying case, be sure to turn it off using the switch on its side. 
This prevents the batteries from discharging if something presses 
against one of the buttons.

When you are hand-carrying the projector, use the carrying 
handle.
note
EPSON shall not be liable 
for any damages incurred 
during transportation.
carrying handle 
						

							6
Solving Problems67
Solving Problems
This chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells 
you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve 
yourself. This chapter explains the following:

Using the projector’s on-screen help system

What to do when the projector’s status lights flash

Solving problems with the image or sound

Solving problems with the remote control

Contacting technical support 
						

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Using On-Screen Help
If the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can 
get help by pressing the blue 
? Help button on top of the projector or 
on the remote control. The following choices are available:

Help for the image

Help for the sound

Language selection (Language)
Follow these steps to get help:
1. Press the blue 
? Help button on the projector or the remote 
control. 
You see the Help menu:
2. Press the   
Sync+ or   Sync– button on the projector (or 
use the   button on the remote control) to highlight one of the 
options. Then press the   button to select it.
3. Press the   
Tracking– or  Tracking+ button on the projector 
(or use the   button on the remote control) to highlight the 
problem you want to solve. Then press the   button to view the 
solution(s). 
Esc
Menu
Comp1
Source
Video
S-Video
Comp2/YCbCr
HelpPower
Menu EscHelp
Computer/YCbCrVideo
control panel remote control
doesnt 
						

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4. Highlight a solution (if this choice is available). Then press the   
button to select the solution. 
Press the 
Esc button if you need to back up.
If the solution is to adjust one of the settings, press either 
the  
Tracking– or  Tracking+ button on the projector (or 
use the   button on the remote control) to adjust it.
5. To exit the Help system, press the blue
 ? Help button.
If none of the suggestions solves your problem, see additional 
solutions to problems in the following sections.
What To Do When the Lights Flash
The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status and 
let you know when a problem occurs.
If the projector is not working correctly, first turn it off, let it cool, 
and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the 
projector. If this does not solve the problem, check the status lights on 
top of the projector and try the solutions recommended on the 
following pages.
power light lamp light temperature 
light 
						

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The   power light is flashing orange and you cannot turn 
on the projector.
The lamp is cooling down. Wait until the light turns off and then 
press the 
Power button to turn on the projector.
The   power light does not come on.
Make sure the power cord is connected securely both at the power 
outlet and the projector. If you have just replaced the lamp, make sure 
the cover is securely fastened.
The   lamp warning light is red or flashing red.
Replace the lamp as described on page 62. 
The   lamp warning light is flashing orange.
The lamp is almost burned out. Make sure you have a replacement 
lamp ready. 
The   temperature light is flashing orange.

The projector is too hot, and is in a high-speed cooling cycle. 
Make sure the room temperature does not exceed 95 °F (35 °C) 
and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for 
ventilation. 

The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace it as described on 
page 61. 
The   temperature light is red.

The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off 
automatically. Wait until the cooling fan stops, then unplug the 
power cord. Plug the power cord back in and press the 
Power 
button. Make sure the room temperature is not above 95 °F 
(35 °C) and there is plenty of space around and under the 
projector for ventilation. 

The air filter may be clogged. Clean or replace it as described on 
page 61. 
warning
Except as specifically 
explained in this 
User’s Guide, do not 
attempt to service this 
product yourself. 
						

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If the projector continues to overheat after you clean the air filter, 
the problem may be caused by damage to the cooling fan or 
temperature sensor. Contact EPSON for help.
Refer to the following table for a complete description of the 
projector’s status lights and their meaning:
Status lights
Light Status Description
orange The projector is in sleep mode. You can unplug it or press the Power 
button to turn it on.
flashing green The projector is warming up. Wait for the image to appear.
green The projector is operating normally.
flashing orange The projector is cooling down. You can’t turn it back on (and you 
should not unplug it) until the light stops flashing and remains orange. 
flashing red Power is cut off because of an internal problem. Remove the power 
cord and contact EPSON for help.
red The lamp is burned out. Replace it as described on page 62.
flashing orange The lamp is almost burned out. Make sure you have a replacement 
lamp ready.
flashing red There is a problem with the lamp, power supply, fan, or circuit. If 
necessary, replace the lamp as described on page 62.
flashing orange The projector is too hot. Make sure the temperature surrounding the 
projector does not exceed 95 
°F (35 °C) and there is plenty of space 
around and under the projector for ventilation. Clean the air filter if 
necessary. See page 61 for instructions.
red The projector is overheating, which turns off the lamp automatically. 
Let it cool for a few minutes, then turn it back on. Make sure there is 
plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation. If it 
continues to overheat, you may need to change the air filter. See 
page 61 for instructions.
flashing red There is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Turn 
off the projector and unplug it. Contact EPSON for help. 
						

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Solving Problems with the 
Image or Sound
No image appears on the screen.

Check that the 
 
P power light is green, not flashing, and the lens 
cap is off. 

The projector may be in sleep mode. If the 
 
P power light is 
orange, press the 
Power button to turn the projector on.

If the power was switched off and then on again, the projector 
may still be cooling down. Wait until the power light stops 
flashing and remains orange; then press the 
Power button again.

Try pressing the Power button on the remote control.

Make sure the Brightness setting on the Video menu is correct. 
See page 46 for more information. Try selecting the 
Reset All 
setting to return all setup menus to their default values. 

Press the A/V Mute button to make sure the picture has not been 
turned off temporarily. 

The attached computer may be in sleep mode or displaying a 
black screen saver. Try pressing a key on the computer.
You see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed.

Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in 
Chapter 1.

Try restarting your computer.

If you’ve connected a computer and one or more video sources, 
you may need to press the 
Computer/YCbCr or Video button 
(on the projector) or the 
Comp1, Comp2/YCbCr, Video, or 
S-Video
 button (on the remote control) to select the correct 
source. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after 
pressing the button. 
						

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If you’re using a PC laptop:

Hold down the Fn key and press the function key that lets you 
display on an external monitor. It may have an icon such as 
, or it may be labelled 
CRT/LCD. Allow a few seconds for 
the projector to sync up after pressing it. Check your laptop’s 
manual or online help for details. 
On most systems, the   key lets you toggle between the LCD 
screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time.

Depending on your computer’s video card, you might need to use 
the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure that both the 
LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your 
computer’s documentation or online help for details.
If you’re using a PowerBook:
1. From the Apple menu, select 
Control Panels, then click 
Monitors and Sound
.
2. Click the 
Arrange icon.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you 
display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen.
4. If this option isn’t available, click the 
Monitor icon. 
5. Select one of the listed 
Simulscan resolutions. (Allow a few 
seconds for the projector to sync up after making the 
selection.)
The message Not Supported is displayed.

Make sure the Comp1 Input and Comp2/ YCbCr options in the 
Setting menu are correct. See page 54.

Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA 
(1600 
× 1200), and the frequency is supported by the projector 
(see page 106). If necessary, change your computer’s resolution 
setting as described on the following page.  
						

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Only part of the computer image is displayed.

Press the Resize button on the remote control.

Make sure the image Position setting is correct on the Video 
menu. See page 46 for more information.

Make sure your computer’s resolution setting is correct. Ideally, it 
should be 1024 
× 768 (800p and 810p) or 800 × 600 (600p) to 
match the projector’s native resolution. If this option isn’t 
available, select one of the other compatible video formats listed 
on page 106.

Windows:
Right-click the desktop, select 
Properties, click the Settings 
tab, and select a different resolution. 

Macintosh:
On the Apple menu, choose 
Control Panels, then click 
Monitors and Sound. Select a different resolution. 

You also may need to modify existing presentation files if you 
created them for a different resolution. See your software 
documentation for specific information.
The image isn’t square, but trapezoid-shaped.

If the projector isn’t directly in front of the screen, facing the 
screen squarely, the image will be broader at the left or right side. 
Hold down the   or   button on top of the projector until the 
image is square.

If you’ve tilted the projector upward by extending the legs, the 
image will be broader at the top. Hold down the   or   
button on top of the projector until the image is square.