Epson Powerlite 8100i Multimedia Projector Users Guide

Solving Problems85
See the information below for what to do when you see these warning 
lights or encounter other specific problems with the projector.
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.
Press the Power button to turn off the projector, check that the 
power cable is connected securely both at the power outlet and...

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Problems with the Remote Control
The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands.
nMake sure the remote control is turned on. 
nMake sure you are within 30 feet of the projector, and within 
range of the infrared receivers (approximately 30
° to left or right 
and 15
° above or below).
nThe remote control batteries may not be installed correctly or may 
be low on power. Check the installation or replace them as 
described on page 12.
nDim the room lights and turn off any...

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Problems with the Image or Sound
No image appears on the screen.
nCheck that the power light is green, not flashing, and the lens 
cover is off. 
nThe projector may be in sleep mode. If the power light is orange, 
press the 
Power button to turn the projector on.
nIf 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.
nMake sure the Brightness setting...

88Solving ProblemsIf you’re using a PC laptop:
nPress the function key that lets you display on an external 
monitor. It’s often labelled with an icon such as   but it may 
also be labelled 
CRT/LCD. You may have to hold down the Fn key 
while pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual or online help for 
details. 
On most systems, the   or 
CRT/LCD key lets you toggle 
between the LCD screen and the projector, or to display on both 
at the same time. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up 
after...

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Only part of the computer image is displayed.
nPress the Resize button on the control panel or remote control.
nMake sure the image Position setting is correct on the Video 
menu. See page 64 for more information.
nIf the right or left side of the image is cut off, you may need to 
adjust the tracking using the buttons on the control panel. Hold 
down the + or – 
Tracking button to change the setting until the 
image looks correct.
nMake sure your computer’s resolution setting is...

90Solving Problems
The image or parts of the image are blurred or not in focus.
nAdjust the focus using the focus ring.
nAdjust the Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, and Gamma settings 
on the Video menu. If you’re viewing a computer image, also try 
adjusting the 
Tracking and Sync buttons on the projector’s 
control panel.
When you change video settings, you should be able to see the 
effect on the screen immediately. If you don’t like the new 
settings, you can always select 
Reset to return to the...

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The colors of the image are not right.
nThe color balance may be incorrect. If you’re displaying a 
computer image, use the Gamma option in the projector’s Video 
menu to adjust the balance of red, green, and blue. If you’re 
displaying video, adjust the Color, Tint, and Gamma settings on 
the Video menu. Also try adjusting the Color Setting option in 
the Advanced menu.
nCheck your computer display settings to correct the color balance.
There is no sound.
nFirst check that the volume...

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Where To Get Help
EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support 
services and automated telephone services 24 hours a day, as listed in 
the following table:
Telephone Support Services
To use the EPSON PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 
and enter the PIN on the EPSON PrivateLine Support card included 
in your Owner’s Kit. This is the fastest way to speak to a live 
representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6
AM to 6PM, 
Pacific Time,...

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Technical Specifications93
Technical Specifications 
General
Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT)
Size of liquid
crystal panels  Diagonal: 1.3 inches (34 mm) 
Lens PowerLite 8100i: F=1.7–2.3, f=49–63 mm
PowerLite 9100i: F=1.8–2.4, f=49–69 mm
Resolution PowerLite 8100i: 1024 
´ 768 pixels
PowerLite 9100i: 1280 
´ 1024 pixels
Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.7 million colors
Brightness PowerLite 8100i: 3200 lumens (ANSI)
PowerLite 9100i: 2400 lumens (ANSI)
Contrast ratio PowerLite 8100i:...

94Technical SpecificationsInternal speaker
system 2 
´ 3 W 8 (ohm) speakers
Optical aspect ratio 4:3 (horizontal : vertical)
Zoom ratio PowerLite 8100i: 1:1.3
PowerLite 9100i: 1:1.4
Manual lens shift 0 to 10 degrees
Keystone correction
angle
± 30° (ratio: 10.0 to 5.5) 
Projection Lamp
Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency)
Power consumption 230 W 
Lamp life About 2000 hours 
Part number ELPLP11
Remote Control
Range 32.8 feet (10 meters)
Batteries Alkaline AA (2)
Mouse Compatibility
Supports PS/2, USB, serial,...