Epson Powerlite 8300i Technical Specifications
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P R O D U C T I N F O R M A T I O N G U I D E 5/03 EPSON UPDATE 5/6/03 This package provides a new multimedia projector product section to be added to the EPSON ® Product Information Guide. The table of contents of this section is listed below. EPSON PowerLite® 8300i TABLE OF CONTENTS Projector Specifications ................................................................................ EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 1 Positioning the Projector .............................................................................. EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 3 Connecting the Projector.............................................................................. EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 4 Viewing Images on an External Monitor ...................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 4 Displaying an Image ..................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 5 Troubleshooting Display Problems............................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 6 Adjusting the Image ..................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 8 Shutting Down the Projector........................................................................ EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 10 Using the Remote Control ........................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 10 Using the Control Panel ............................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 11 Controlling Multiple Projectors.................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 12 Managing Projectors from a Remote Computer ........................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 12 Projector Status Lights .................................................................................. EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 16 Cleaning the Lens ......................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 17 Cleaning the Projector .................................................................................. EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 17 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filters ......................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 17 Replacing the Lamp...................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 18 Optional Accessories..................................................................................... EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 19 Related Documentation................................................................................ EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 19
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 1 Projector Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT), active matrix Size of LCD panels Diagonal: 1.4 inch (35.6 mm) Lens F=1.7 to 2.2, f=53 to 72mm Resolution 1024 × 768 pixels (native format) Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.8 million colors Brightness Approx. 5200 or 3000 ANSI lumens (selectable using the Brightness Control setting in the projector’s Advanced2 menu) Contrast ratio 1200:1 (high brightness) 1500:1 (low brightness) Image size 22 to 300 inches Projection distance Tele: 3.4 to 50.6 feet (1.1 to 15 meters) Wide: 2.5 to 25 feet (0.76 to 7.6 meters) Projection methods Front, rear, upside-down front (ceiling mount), and upside-down rear Internal sound system 7 W monaural Optical aspect ratio 4:3 (horizontal:vertical); supports 16:9 and 5:4 Zoom ratio 1:1.35 Noise level About 36 db (high brightness); 33 db (low brightness) Keystone correction angle ±45° vertical ±40° horizontal Projection Lamp Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) Power consumption 320 W Lamp life About 3000 hours (low brightness); 2000 (high brightness) Part number V13H010L23 Remote Control Range about 30 feet (10 meters) Battery AA × 2 Mouse compatibility Supports USB mouse Control port (RS-232C) S-Video portNetwork portComputer 1 port USB port Remote control cable portControl panel Foot release lever Adjustable foot Lens cover Handle Indicator lights Speaker IR receiver Computer 2 port DVI-D port (dual-link DVI) Monitor Out portVideo port (composite video) Audio Out port Note: Independent audio input connectors are provided for each computer and video port. BNC ports (component video)
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 2 - EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 Dimensions Height 7.6 inches (193 mm) including feet Width 13.8 inches (350 mm) Depth 19.3 inches (490 mm) Weight 24.7 lb (11.2 kg) Electrical Rated frequency 50 to 60 Hz Power supply 100 to 120 VAC, 5.4A 200 to 240 VAC, 2.5 A Power consumption Operating: 480 W Standby mode: 1.5 W Standby (on network): 60 W Environmental Temperature Operating: 41 to 104 °F (5 to 40°C) Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C) Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH, non-condensing Storage: 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing Safety United States FCC 47CFR Part15B Class B (DoC) UL1950 Rev. 3 Canada ICES-003 Class B CSA C22.2 No. 950-95 (cUL) CE Marking Directive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC EN 55022, EN 55024 Computer Port Pin Assignments The Computer1, Computer 2, and Monitor Out ports are female video RGB, 15-pin D-sub connectors.Compatible Video Formats You can use any of the following video sources: VCR, DVD player, camcorder, digital camera, gaming console, or laser disc player. The projector supports composite video, S-video, component video, and RGB video, and it automatically senses the video format (HDTV, NTSC, PAL, or SECAM). The projector supports these international video standards: Compatible Computer Display Formats You can connect the projector to a wide range of computers, including PCs and laptops, Apple Macintosh, ® Power Macintosh® series (including G3 and G4 systems), PowerBook® computers, many iMac® and iBook® series systems, and high-end workstations such as the Sun® SPARCstation.™ Although images are displayed at the projector’s native resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels, EPSON’s patented SizeWise ™ chip supports computer display formats ranging from VGA through UXGA. To project images output from a computer, the computer’s external monitor signal must be set at a refresh rate (vertical frequency) that’s compatible with the projector; see the following table for compatible formats. For best results, the computer’s resolution should be set to match the projector’s native resolution (1024 × 768). Pin no. Signal Pin no. Signal 1 Red video 9 Reserved 2 Green video 10 Synchronous GND 3 Blue video 11 GND 4GND 12SDA 5GND 13Horizontal sync/ composite sync 6 Red GND 14 Vertical sync 7 Green GND 15 SCL 8 Blue GND Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) NTSC NTSC 4:3 PAL M-PAL N-PAL PAL—60 SECAM60 60 50 60 50 60 50 HDTV (750p) HDTV (750p) HDTV (1125i) HDTV (1125i) SDTV (525P) SDTV (625p) TV (525i) TV (625i)60 50 60 50 60 50 60 50 Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution VGAEGA 70 640 × 350 VGA—60 VESA—72 VESA—75 VESA—85 VGA—12060 72 75 85 120640 × 480 640 × 480 640 × 480 640 × 480 640 × 480
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 3 Positioning the Projector ❏Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface. ❏Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector. Do not set the projector on top of loose papers that could block the vents under the projector. ❏Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord. Image size increases with distance, but varies depending on how you’ve adjusted the optical zoom and other settings. To find the projection distance (D) in inches when you know the diagonal screen size (S) in inches: ❏Wide zoom setting: D=(S × 1.49)-3.8 ❏Tele zoom setting: D=(S × 2.04)-3.8 To find the screen’s diagonal size (S) in inches when you know the projection distance (D) in inches: ❏Wide zoom setting: S=(D × 0.67)+2.6 ❏Tele zoom setting: S=(D × 0.49)+1.8 It’s best to place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely. If it isn’t placed this way, the image will be “keystone” shaped, instead of square or rectangular. If this happens, you can use the projector’s Quick Corner ™ function to correct the image shape (see page 9). SVGA—56 SVGA—60 SVGA—72 SVGA—75 SVGA—85 SVGA—12056 60 72 75 85 120800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 XGA—43i XGA—60 XGA—70 XGA—75 XGA—85 XGA—12043 60 70 75 85 1201024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 SXGA1—70 SXGA1—75 SXGA1—85 SXGA1—10070 75 85 1001152 × 864 1152 × 864 1152 × 864 1152 × 864 SXGA2—60 SXGA2—75 SXGA2—8560 75 851280 × 960 1280 × 960 1280 × 960 SXGA3—43i SXGA3—60 SXGA3—75 SXGA3—8543 60 75 851280 × 1024 1280 × 1024 1280 × 1024 1280 × 1024 SXGA+60 SXGA+75 SXGA+8560 75 851400 × 1050 1400 × 1050 1400 × 1050 UXGA—48i UXGA—60 UXGA—65 UXGA—70 UXGA—75 UXGA—80 UXGA—8596 60 65 70 75 80 851600 × 1200 1600 × 1200 1600 × 1200 1600 × 1200 1600 × 1200 1600 × 1200 1600 × 1200 iMAC VGA iMAC SVGA iMAC XGA MAC13 MAC16 MAC19—60 MAC19 MAC21117 95 75 67 75 59 75 75640 × 480 800 × 600 1024 × 768 640 × 480 832 × 624 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1152 × 870 Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution 3 to 5 ft 7 to 10 ft 37 to 50 ft approx. distance from screen TBD Overhead ViewProjector Screen
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 4 - EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 If you place the projector between the top and bottom of the screen, you can use the Lens Shift to raise or lower the image (see page 8). If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by extending its feet. This causes the image to lose its square shape, but you can correct the distortion by pressing the Keystone button as described on page 9. Connecting the Projector You can connect the projector to four computer sources or five video sources—up to a total of six sources altogether. You can include an independent sound channel for each of the six sources. Type of connections The following types of connections are possible, depending on the kinds of signals your equipment generates and its available output ports: Note that the projector’s Computer 1, Computer 2, and BNC ports accept a variety of input signals. If you’re connecting to one of these ports, you’ll need to make sure that the correct input signal setting is selected, or your image won’t display properly. To change the input signal setting, do the following: 1. After turning on the projector, press the Menu button. The menu screen appears. 2. Select the Setting menu. 3. Change the Computer 1 Input, Computer 2 Input, or BNC Input setting, as needed, to match the signal generated by your computer or video equipment. Viewing Images on an External Monitor You can use an external monitor to display images from any connected computer or video source. This lets you view your presentation close-up, as well as on the projection screen. Note: Some LCD monitors may not be able to display the image correctly. If you have trouble displaying the image, connect a multiscan monitor. If you’re projecting computer images, make sure the computer’s refresh rate is set to 65 Hz or greater. To use an external monitor, connect it to the projector’s Monitor Out port, as shown: Follow these guidelines when using an external monitor: ❏The monitor displays the currently selected video source. Press the Preview button if you want to display all the active sources at once (see page 6). ❏If you want, you can view (or preview) images on the monitor while the projection screen is darkened after pressing the A/V Mute button. To be able to do this, enter the projector’s Setting menu, then set the A/V Mute option Computer equipment Output signal Required cable Analog RGB videoVGA cable BNC cable VGA-to-BNC cable DVIDVI-D dual-link cable (DVI-to-DVI or DFP-to-DVI available from EPSON) Video equipment Output signal Required cable Composite video RCA video cable S-video S-video cable Component video— NTSC (YCbCr)BNC cable Component video— HDTV (YPbPr)BNC cable RGB videoVGA cable BNC cable Ideal height Side View Screen External monitor
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 5 to Black (if it’s set to Blue or Logo, you won’t be able to view images from a connected source after pressing A/V Mute ). ❏You can also view images on the monitor while the projector is in standby mode (plugged in but not turned on), if the Standby Mode setting has been set to Network ON in the Advanced1 menu. Displaying an Image If you turn on your computer or video equipment before turning on the projector, the projector will automatically select the connected source. If you have multiple sources connected, you may have to switch to the desired source manually (see “Selecting the Image Source” at right). Turning On the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap. Caution: Do not use the projector with the lens cap in place. The heat generated by the lens can damage the cap. 2. Plug in the projector. 3. Wait a few seconds until the P power light to turns orange. 4. Press the red P Power button on top of the projector. You can also use the P Power button on the remote control. If you’re using the remote control, make sure batteries are installed and the power switch on the side of the remote control is turned on. The P power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and an image begins to appear after about 30 seconds. When the power light stops flashing and remains green (in about a minute), the projector is ready for use. Wa r n i n g : Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes.Selecting the Image Source You can use the source buttons either on the projector or the remote control: ❏The projector has two Source buttons. Use the Computer/DVI button to switch between equipment connected to the Computer 1, Computer 2, and DVI ports (or to switch to EasyMP.net, if that option has been installed; see page 19). Use the Video/BNC button to switch between equipment connected to the Video, S-Video, and BNC ports. ❏The remote control has seven Source buttons. Use them to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on each button. Note: You can preview all sources to help you select the desired source (see page 6). Power button
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 6 - EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 Previewing Image Sources You can use the Preview function to help you select the image source. 1. Press Preview on the remote control. You see the currently selected source displayed in the main window, as shown below. All other sources (including the currently selected source) are displayed in smaller preview windows on the right side and at the bottom. If no equipment is connected to a port, or if there is no incoming signal, the preview window for that source appears blank. Note: Movies are displayed as still images on the preview screen. 2. Press one of the Source buttons on the remote control to switch to the desired source. Or press ESC to exit the preview screen without switching sources. Note: A red highlight surrounds the preview window for the currently selected source. You can use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight a different source, and then press Enter to display it. Troubleshooting Display Problems Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image. You Can’t Project an Image If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the No Signal message, try the following: ❏Make sure the cables are connected correctly. ❏Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the lens cover is off. ❏If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source, you may need to press one of the Source buttons on the projector’s control panel 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’re using a PC laptop, press the function key on your keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be labeled CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting. The Projector and Laptop Don’t Display the Same Image If you’re projecting from a laptop, and you don’t see the same image on the projection screen and on your computer screen, follow these guidelines. If you’re using a PC laptop: ❏On most systems, there’s a function key that lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time. It may be labeled CRT/LCD or with an icon such as . You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting. ❏If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled. From the Control Panel, open the Display utility. In the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab, then click Advanced. The method for adjusting the settings varies by brand; you may need to click a Monitor tab, then make sure the external Monitor port is set as your primary display and/or enabled. See your computer’s documentation or online help for details. Preview Currently selected source Preview windows
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 7 If youre using Macintosh OS X: You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps: 1. From the Apple menu, select System Preferences, then select Displays. 2. Make sure the VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected. 3. Click the Arrange (or Arrangement) tab. 4. Make sure the Mirror Displays checkbox is selected. If you’re using OS 8.6 to 9.x: You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps: 1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors or Monitors and Sound. 2. Click the Arrange icon. 3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the Simulscan resolution settings: 1. Click the Monitor icon. 2. Select a Simulscan resolution as shown. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making the selection.) Select the VGA Display dialog box Make sure Mirror Displays is checked Click here Drag one monitor icon on top of the other Select a Simulscan resolution Click here
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 8 - EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 Adjusting the Image Once you see your image, you may need to make certain adjustments. Focusing and Zooming Your Image Use the Focus buttons on the remote control (or on the projector) to sharpen the image. Use the Zoom buttons to reduce or enlarge the image. If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the E-Zoom buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. Note: The Focus and Zoom buttons won’t work when the wide- angle rear projection lens is installed. Adjusting the Height of Your Image If the image is too low on the screen, you can raise it using the Lens Shift. This is the best method for adjusting the height of the image. If you need to raise the image further, you can tilt the projector upward by extending the feet. Using the Lens Shift To raise or lower the image, use the Lens Shift buttons on the remote control (or on the projector). Note: The Lens Shift buttons won’t work when the wide-angle rear projection lens is installed. Raising the Projector’s Feet If you need to raise the image further, you can incline the projector: 1. Stand behind the projector. Press the foot release buttons on each side and lift the front of the projector. 2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the buttons to lock the feet in position. 3. If necessary, you can level the picture or fine-tune the height by turning the projector feet. Raising the projector causes the image to distort or “keystone,” but you can manually correct the shape as described in the next section. Adjusting the Image Shape In most cases, you can maintain a square or rectangular image by placing the projector directly in front of the center of the screen and using the Lens Shift (instead of tilting the projector upward) to adjust the image height. If this isn’t possible, use one of these methods to correct the image shape: ❏If the image tapers inward on the right and left sides only, use Keystone correction as described on the next page. ❏If the image looks uneven on all sides, or just on the top and bottom, you can adjust its shape using Quick Corner. You cannot use both Keystone correction and Quick Corner at the same time. Focus Zoom Lens Shift
EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector 5/03 EPSON PowerLite 8300i Projector - 9 Using Keystone Correction To adjust your image when the right and left sides are uneven, do one of the following: ❏Use the Keystone buttons on the projector’s control panel to adjust the image shape. ❏Or use the Keystone function in the projector’s menu system. (Press the Menu button on the remote control, select the Setting menu, and press Enter. From the Setting menu, select Keystone and press Enter. Then select V-Keystone and press Enter. Adjust the setting as needed.) Note: After using Keystone correction, the image will be slightly shorter. If it’s important to maintain the correct aspect ratio, you can stretch the image to its proper size using the Height setting in the Keystone menu. Using Quick Corner Use Quick Corner to correct the image shape when it’s uneven on the top and bottom, or on all sides. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control (or on the projector’s control panel). 2. Select the Setting menu and press Enter. 3. From the Setting menu, select Keystone and press Enter. 4. Select Quick Corner and press Enter. You see this screen:5. Press the Enter button to select the corner you want to adjust. 6. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to adjust the shape. 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed to adjust any remaining corners. 8. When done, press ESC to exit the menu system. Correcting Computer Images If you’ve connected a computer and the image doesn’t look right or fit properly on the screen, press the Auto button on the remote control (or the Auto/Enter button on the projector’s control panel). This automatically resets the projector’s tracking, sync, resolution, and position settings. Note: You must be projecting an image for this button to have any effect. The Auto button works only with computer images. Keystone buttons Menu button Auto button