Epson Powerlite 811p Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Customizing Projector Features
You can use the Setting menu to disable the projector’s sleep mode, 
adjust the image shape, and customize several other features.
1. Press the 
Menu button. 
2. Use the   
Sync– button (control panel) or the   button 
(remote control) to highlight 
Setting. You see the options and 
their settings on the right side:
3. Press   to select the Setting menu. 
4. Use the 
Tracking and Sync buttons (control panel) or 
the   button (remote control) to set the following options:

V-Keystone or H-Keystone
Correct the shape of the image. Keystone correction makes 
the image smaller, especially if you use both vertical 
(
V-Keystone) and horizontal (H-Keystone) correction. If 
you need to adjust the shape in both directions, adjust the 
vertical first. If the image looks uneven after you adjust the 
shape, decrease the Sharpness setting (see page 49).

P in P
Selects the source used by the picture-in-picture display 
(standard composite video or S-Video). 

No-Signal Msg.
Selects a screen color or image to display when the projector is 
not receiving a signal. The logo setting displays an image that 
you have transferred to the projector (see page 53).
 
 
 
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Prompt
Turns off the identifying text that appears briefly when you 
switch picture sources. (It’s best to leave this on.)

A/V Mute
Selects the screen color or image to display when you press 
the 
A/V Mute button. The logo setting displays an image that 
you have transferred to the projector (see page 53).

Comp1 Input
Specifies the format for input to the Computer1 port. Select 
Digital-RGB/Analog-RGB, Analog-RGB, or RGB-Video. 

Comp2/YCbCr Input
Specifies the format for input to the Computer 2/
Component Video
 port. If the source is a computer, select 
Analog-RGB.
 If the source is a video device, select YCbCr for 
DVD images
 or YPbPr for progressive scan DVD or HDTV 
images. 

Sleep mode
When sleep mode is on, the projector turns off the lamp if it 
has not received any input signals for 30 minutes. Turn sleep 
mode off if you want the lamp to remain on all the time.
5. When you’re finished, press 
Esc or Menu.
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Setting Advanced Features
You can use the Advanced menu to configure the projector for rear 
projection or ceiling mounting, and adjust several other features.
1. Press the 
Menu button. 
2. Use the   
Sync– button (control panel) or the   button 
(remote control) to highlight 
Advanced. You see the features and 
their settings on the right side:
3. Press 
 to select the Advanced menu. 
4. Use the 
Tracking and Sync buttons (control panel) or 
the   button (remote control) to set the following options:

Language
Select from 9 languages to be used for the projector menus.

Startup Screen
Turn on to display your captured image or logo whenever the 
projector starts. (See page 53 for more information.)

Color Adjustment
Adjusts the color temperature of the projected image. Select 
Color Temp. to set a temperature between 5000 and 
10000 K. Select 
RGB to adjust individual red, green, and 
blue values, as shown. (Not available if 
sRGB is selected as 
the Color Mode setting in the Video menu. See page 49 for 
more information.)

Rear Proj.
Turn on to project from behind onto a transparent screen.
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Ceiling
Turn on when the projector is mounted upside-down from 
the ceiling.

COM Port
Switches between serial (RS-232C) and USB communication 
for programming/projector control. 
5. When you’re finished, press 
Esc or Menu.
Viewing Lamp Usage and Other 
Information
Use the About menu to view information about the display settings of 
your computer and the number of hours the lamp has been used. 
1. Press the 
Menu button. 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 computer display settings on 
the right:
The life span of the lamp is about 1500 hours. If the number 
shown is close to 1500, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.
After you change the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer.
note
If you access the About menu 
when the projector display is 
set to video, you see only the 
lamp life and the video signal 
setting.
note
The lamp usage timer doesn’t 
register until you’ve used the 
lamp for at least 10 hours.
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3. If you have changed the lamp, press  to select Reset Lamp 
Timer.
 Press  again, then select Yes when you see the prompt. 
Press   to confirm the reset.
4. When you’re finished, press 
Esc or Menu. 
Restoring the Default Settings
The Reset All option lets you return all the projector settings to their 
default values.
Select 
Reset All and press the  button on the control panel or 
remote control to display the confirmation screen. Select 
Yes to reset 
all the default settings or 
No to cancel.
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Maintaining and Transporting the Projector61
5
Maintaining and 
Transporting the Projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a 
regular basis is keep the lens clean. Any dirt or smears on the lens may 
show up on your projected image.
You also need to periodically clean the air filter on top of the 
projector. A clogged air filter can block ventilation needed to cool the 
projector and keep it from overheating.
The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter. If any 
other part needs replacing, contact your dealer or a qualified servicer.
This chapter covers the following:

Cleaning the lens

Cleaning the projector case

Cleaning and replacing the air filter

Replacing the lamp

Transporting the projector
warning
Before you clean any part of 
the projector, turn it off and 
unplug the power cord. Never 
open any cover on the 
projector, except the lamp 
and filter covers. Dangerous 
electrical voltages in the 
projector can injure you 
severely. Do not try to service 
this product yourself, except 
as specifically explained in 
this User’s Guide. Refer all 
other servicing to qualified 
service personnel.
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Cleaning the Lens
Clean the lenses 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 lenses, use lens-cleaning paper. If 
necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe 
the lens surface.
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, moisten a soft cloth with water 
and a neutral detergent. Then wipe the case.

Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical 
detergents. These can damage the case.
Remove the cap 
before cleaning
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Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter
Clean the air filter on the bottom of the projector after every 100 
hours of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged 
with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating 
and damage the projector. To clean the air filter, follow these steps:
1. Turn off the projector, allow it to cool down, and unplug the 
power cord.
2. Stand the projector on end with the handle on top to keep dust 
and dirt from falling inside.
3. To clean the filter, EPSON recommends using a small vacuum 
cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If you 
don’t have one, gently clean the filter using a very soft brush (such 
as an artist’s camel-hair brush).
If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is broken, replace it. 
Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the 
United States to obtain a new one. In Canada, please call 
(800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
note
When you get a replacement 
lamp for your projector, a 
new air filter is included. 
You should replace the filter 
when you replace the lamp.
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							64Maintaining and Transporting the Projector4. If you need to replace the filter, press the arrow tab and lift up the 
filter to remove it.
5. To install a new filter, first insert the tabs, then press down until it 
clicks in place.
Replacing the Lamp
The projection lamp typically lasts for about 1500 hours of use. It is 
time to replace the lamp when:

The projection image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.

The lamp warning light   is red or flashing red.

The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when the 
lamp comes on (after about 1400 hours of use). To maintain 
projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as soon 
as possible.
Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United 
States for a replacement lamp. Request part number 
V13H010L15. In 
Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral
Press the arrow tab
warning
Be extremely careful when 
removing the lamp module. 
In the unlikely event that the 
bulb has ruptured, small glas
s 
fragments may be present an
d 
should be removed with 
caution.
If your projector is mounted 
on the ceiling, you should 
unmount it before accessing 
the lamp compartment. This 
will make it easier for you to 
replace the lamp and 
minimize the chance of any 
small glass fragments 
dropping from the projector.
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