Epson Powerlite 83+ Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Power
lightLamp
lightTemperature 
light Description
Green Off Off The projector is operating normally.
Flashing 
greenOff Off The projector is warming up. Wait for the image to appear.
Orange Off Off The projector is in standby or sleep mode. You can unplug 
it or press the 
P Power button to turn it on.
Flashing 
orangeOff Off The projector is shutting down. Wait for the light to stop 
flashing and remain orange before unplugging it.
Red Off 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 and air vents, if 
necessary. See page 72 for instructions.
Red Off Red The projector has overheated and turned itself off. Let it 
cool for about five minutes, then turn it back on. Make sure 
there is plenty of space around and under the projector for 
ventilation. If you are using the projector at an altitude 
above 4921 ft (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode as the 
Operation setting in the Extended menu; see page 58. Also 
clean the air filter and air vents; see page 72. If it continues 
to overheat, you may need to replace the air filter.
Red Flashing 
redOff The lamp is burned out, broken, or not installed correctly; 
or the lamp cover is open. Close the cover or replace or 
reseat the lamp, if necessary, as described on page 74. 
Also clean the air filter and air vents; see page 72. If these 
suggestions don’t work, contact Epson.
Orange Flashing 
orangeOff Replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible; see 
page 74 for instructions. If you continue to use the lamp, 
there is a risk it may break.
Red Off Flashing red There is a problem with the fan or a sensor. Clean the air 
filter and air vents; see page 72. 
If this does not solve the problem, turn the projector off 
and unplug it. Contact Epson for help; see page 89.
Red Red  Red  There is an internal error in the projector. Turn the projector 
off and unplug it. Contact Epson for help; see page 89. 
						

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Solving Problems with the Image or 
Sound
No image appears on the screen.
■Check that the PPower light is green, not flashing, and the 
A/V Mute slide is open. Also press the A/V Mute button on the 
remote control to see if the picture was turned off temporarily.
■If the projector doesn’t turn on, the Operation Lock may be 
enabled. Press and hold the 
Enter button on the projector for 
7 seconds to release the lock.
■The projector may be in standby or sleep mode. If the projector 
has not received any signal for 30 minutes, it turns off the lamp to 
conserve the lamp life and save energy. If the P
Power light is 
orange, press the P
Power button to turn on the projector.
The attached computer may also be in sleep mode or displaying a 
black screen saver. Try pressing a key on the computer.
■If the power was switched off and then on again, wait until the 
P
Power light stops flashing and remains orange. Then press the 
P
Power button again.
■Check the Video Signal, Computer1 Input, or Computer2 
Input 
setting in the Signal menu to make sure it is correct for the 
selected source. See page 54 for more information.
■Messages may have been turned off in the Display setting of the 
Extended menu. See page 58 for details.
■Adjust the Brightness setting on the Image menu (see page 53) 
or select 
High for the Brightness Control setting in the Settings 
menu (see page 57).
■With Direct Power On enabled in the Operation setting of the 
Extended menu, if you unplug the projector and then plug it right 
back in, you must press the P
Power button to turn on the 
projector. See page 58 for details.
■Make sure at least one of the projector’s remote receivers are 
turned on in the Settings menu. See page 56 for details. 
						

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Nothing appears on the external monitor.
■Make sure the VGA computer cable is connected to your 
computer’s video port and the projector’s 
Computer1 port. 
■Make sure the cable from your monitor is connected to the 
projector’s 
Monitor Out port.
You see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed.
■Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in 
Chapter 1.
■Make sure the power to your computer or video source is 
turned on.
■If you’ve connected a computer and one or more video sources, 
you may need to press the 
Source Search button on the 
projector or the remote control to select the correct source. Allow 
a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the 
button.
■If you’ve connected a laptop computer, make sure it’s set to 
display on an external monitor. See page 36. 
The message Not Supported is displayed.
■Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA and 
the frequency is supported by the projector. See page 107. If 
necessary, change your computer’s resolution setting as described 
on page 84. 
■Make sure the correct Video Signal is selected in the Signal 
menu. See page 56. It should normally be set to 
Auto.
The buttons on the projector don’t work.
The Operation Lock may be enabled. Press and hold the Enter button 
on the projector for 7 seconds to release the lock. 
						

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Only part of the computer image is displayed.
■If you’re projecting from a computer or RGB video device, press 
the 
Enter/Auto button on the remote control. If this doesn’t 
work, you may need to adjust the 
Position setting in the Signal 
menu. See page 55 for more information.
■If you’ve enlarged part of the image using the E-Zoom button on 
the remote control, press the 
Esc button to cancel zooming and 
return to full display.
■Try pressing the Aspect button on the remote control to select a 
different aspect ratio (4:3, 16:9, or another available setting).
■Make sure your computer’s resolution setting is correct and dual 
display is not activated. Ideally, it should be 1024 × 768 to match 
the projector’s native resolution. If this option isn’t available, 
select another compatible video format. See page 107. 
■Windows:
Right-click the desktop, select 
Properties, click the Settings 
tab, and select a different resolution. 
■Macintosh OS X:
On the Apple menu, choose 
System Preferences, then 
click 
Display or Displays. 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 rectangular, but trapezoid-shaped.
■Make sure the projector isn’t placed off to one side of the screen, 
at an angle, or the image won’t be rectangular. Place it directly in 
front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely.
■If you’ve tilted the projector upward, the image will be broader at 
the top. Turn on 
Auto Keystone as described on page 56 or hold 
down the   or   buttons on top of the projector until the 
image is rectangular. 
						

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The image contains static or noise.
■If you’re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet (2 meters), or 
an extension cable, the image quality may be reduced.
■Keep your computer and video cables separated from the power 
cord as much as possible to prevent interference.
■The video signal may be split between the computer and the 
projector. If you notice a decline in the projected image quality 
when the image is displayed simultaneously on your laptop 
computer and the projector, turn off the laptop’s LCD display.
■If you’re projecting from a composite or S-Video source, check 
the 
Video Signal setting in the Signal menu. In most cases, leave 
it set at 
Auto. If you’re using a 60-Hz PAL video source, change 
this setting to 
PAL60. See page 56 for details.
■Make sure the cables are securely connected at both ends.
■Select the correct resolution; see “Compatible Video Formats” on 
page 106.
■If you’re projecting from a computer, press the Enter/Auto 
button on the remote control or the 
Enter button on the 
projector to adjust tracking and sync automatically. If that doesn’t 
work, try adjusting the 
Sync and Tracking settings in the Signal 
menu. See page 55.
The image is blurry.
■Adjust the focus using the focus ring. See page 38.
■Try cleaning the lens as described on page 72.
■Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. You may need 
to wait before using the projector after moving it from a cold 
environment.
■Make sure the projection distance is within the range described on 
page 16.
■Adjust the Sharpness setting on the Image menu (see page 54). 
You should be able to see the effect on the screen immediately.  
						

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You see vertical stripes or the image still looks blurry after 
trying the solutions in the previous section.
■If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that 
contains a lot of fine detail, you may notice one or more vertical 
stripes or bands, or some of the characters may look heavy or 
blurred. Press the 
Enter/Auto button on the remote control to 
automatically reset the projector’s tracking and sync settings.
■If necessary, you can manually adjust the Tracking and Sync 
settings on the Signal menu as described on page 55. 
To help you adjust these settings, fill the screen with a detailed 
image, such as a desktop background pattern or black text on a 
white background. Adjust the 
Tracking setting to eliminate 
vertical stripes; adjust the 
Sync setting to increase the sharpness.
The colors of the image are not right.
■Try selecting a different Color Mode. See page 53 for 
instructions.
■If you’re displaying video, adjust the Color Saturation and Tint 
settings on the Image menu. See page 53 for instructions.
■Adjust the Brightness, Contrast, and Color Adjustment 
settings on the Image menu. See page 53.
■Make sure the input signal setting on the Signal menu matches 
the signal from the connected device. See page 54 for details.
If the image is too purple and you’ve connected a computer or 
RGB video device to the 
Computer1 or Computer2 port, select 
Computer as the input source. If you’ve connected a component 
video device to one of these ports, select 
Component Video. 
If you’re projecting from a composite video or S-Video source, 
select the correct 
Video Signal is selected on the Signal menu. 
■Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance.
■If the image seems dark, the lamp may be nearing time for 
replacement. Check the lamp hours as described on page 61 and 
replace it, if necessary, as described on page 74.
note
Because of the different 
technologies used, your 
projected image may not 
exactly match the colors on 
your laptop or computer 
monitor. 
						

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There is no sound.
■Press the   button on the projector or the Vol+ button on the 
remote control to turn up the volume.
■If you’ve turned off the picture and sound, press the A/V Mute 
button on the remote control to turn them on again.
■If you’re using a DVD player or other video source, or external 
speakers, make sure their volume is not turned all the way down 
or muted. Also, make sure the cables are connected correctly, as 
described in Chapter 1.
■Make sure the audio cable is connected to the correct audio port. 
See page 22 or page 29. 
■If your presentation includes computer audio, make sure the 
volume control on your computer is not turned all the way down 
or muted. Make sure the audio cable is securely connected to both 
the projector and your computer. See page 22.
■The wrong source may be selected. Press the Source Search 
button on the projector or the remote control.
Solving Password Problems 
You have forgotten the password.
■Write down the request code that appears in the Password Protect 
Release screen and contact Epson. See page 89.
■If you turned on the password protect feature before setting the 
password and no password was set before, try using the default 
password: 
0000.
The remote control is not available.
You must have the remote control to enter the password. You can 
purchase a replacement remote control from Epson. See page 90. 
						

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Solving Problems with the Remote 
Control
The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands.
■Make sure you are within 20 feet of the projector, and within 
range of the projector’s front or back sensor (approximately 30° to 
the left or right and 15° above or below).
■If a button on the remote control is held for more than 30 
seconds, the remote enter sleep mode. Press another button for 
normal operation.
■The remote control batteries may not be installed correctly or may 
be low on power. Replace the batteries as described on page 48.
■Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights. Make 
sure the projector is not in direct sunlight. Strong lighting, 
especially fluorescent lights, may affect the projector’s infrared 
receivers. If you still have trouble using the remote control, disable 
one of the remote receivers using the Settings menu to block 
interference from bright light. See page 56 for details.
■Turn off any nearby equipment that emits infrared energy, such 
as a radiant room heater.
You have lost the remote control.
You need the remote control to access many projector features. If you 
have lost it, you can order another from Epson. See page 90 for 
details. 
						

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Solving Network Problems
You don’t see your projector in the EMP Monitor window.
■Make sure that you’ve connected the projector to the network and 
configured it correctly; see page 93. Also, make sure you’ve 
registered the projector with EMP Monitor; see page 97.
■Make sure that Standby Mode in the projector’s Extended menu 
is set to 
Network On; see page 58.
■If the computer you are using is running Windows XP or 2000, 
you must be logged in as the Administrator.
■Try restarting your computer.
You don’t receive an e-mail over the network when a 
projector problem occurs.
■Make sure that Standby Mode in the projector’s Extended menu 
is set to 
Network On; see page 58.
■Make sure that you’ve connected the projector to the network and 
configured it correctly; see page 93.
■Make sure you set up projector e-mail alerts correctly in the 
Network menu (see page 95) or in EMP Monitor (see page 100).
Where To Get Help
Epson provides these technical support services:
Internet Support
Visit Epson’s support website for solutions to common problems with 
the PowerLite 822+ or PowerLite 83+. You can download utilities 
and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail 
Epson with your questions.
Visit Presenters Online to access tips, templates, and training for 
developing successful presentations. 
						

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Speak to a Support Representative
To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 
and enter the PIN on the included Epson PrivateLine Support card. 
This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it’s free. 
This service is available 6
AM to 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday through 
Friday, for the duration of your warranty period.
You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one 
of these numbers:
■U.S.: (562) 276-4394, 6AM to 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday 
through Friday 
■Canada: (905) 709-3839, 6AM to 6PM, Pacific Time, Monday 
through Friday 
Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll 
or long distance charges may apply.
Before you call, please have the following information ready:
■Product name (PowerLite 822+ or PowerLite 83+)
■Product serial number (located on the bottom of the projector) 
■Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase
■Computer or video configuration
■Description of the problem
Purchase Supplies and Accessories
You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from an 
Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at 
www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
note
To purchase a replacement 
remote control, call 
(562) 276-4394 (U.S.) or 
(905) 709-3839 (for dealer 
referral in Canada).