Epson Projector Eb X6 User Manual

							
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Users Guide 
						

							
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Notations Used in This GuidefSafety Indications
So that you can use the projector safely  and correctly, symbols are applied in the  documentation and on the projector to indica te possible harm to the user or 
to others and the risk of damage to property. 
The indications and their meaning are  as follows. Make sure you understand th em properly before reading the guide. 
fGeneral Information Indications
 Warning
Indicates the possibility of death or seri ous injury if this symbol is ignored or if sufficient care is not taken.
 Caution
Indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property if this symbol is  ignored or if sufficient care is not taken.
Attention
Indicates procedures which may result in damage  or injury if sufficient care is not taken.
q
Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic.
s
Indicates a page where detailed information regarding a topic can be found. 
g
Indicates that an explanation of the underlined word or words in  front of this symbol appears in the glossary of terms. See 
the Glossary section of the Appendices.  sp.98Indicates operating methods and the order of operations. 
The procedure indicated should be carried  out in the order of the numbered steps. 
[ (Name) ]
Indicates the name of the buttons on the remote control or the control panel. 
Example: [Esc] button
(Menu Name)
Indicates configuration menu items. 
Example: Image - Brightness
Procedure 
						

							
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ContentsProjector Features ......................................................................................5
Part Names and Functions ........................................................................6
 Front/Top............................................................................................................. 6
Rear (EB-W6 only) ............................................................................................... 7
Rear (EB-X6/S6 only)........................................................................................... 8
Control Panel (EB-W6/X6 only)............................................................................ 9
Control Panel (EB-S6 only) ................................................................................ 10
Remote Control (EB-W6 only)............................................................................ 11
Remote Control (EB-X6/S6 only) ....................................................................... 13
Base ................................................................................................................... 15
Useful FunctionsChanging the Projected Image ................................................................17
Switching by Automatic Detection of Input Signal (Source Search)................... 17
Direct Switching by Remote Control (EB-W6 only) ............................................ 18
Functions for Enhancing Projection.......................................................19
Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Color Mode) ................................... 19
 Setting Auto Iris ................................................................................................. 21
Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute) ....................................... 22
Freezing the Image (Freeze).............................................................................. 23
Changing the Aspect Ratio ................................................................................ 24
Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) ............................................................... 29
Security Functions ...................................................................................31
Managing Users (Password Protect) ................................................................. 31
Restricting Operation (Control Panel Lock)........................................................ 34
Anti-Theft Lock ................................................................................................... 35
Configuration MenuUsing the Configuration Menu (For EB-W6) ..........................................37
Using the Configuration Menu (For EB-X6) ...........................................38
Using the Configuration Menu (For EB-S6) ...........................................39
List of Functions.......................................................................................40
Image Menu ....................................................................................................... 40
Signal Menu ....................................................................................................... 41
Settings Menu .................................................................................................... 43
Extended Menu .................................................................................................. 44
Info Menu (Display only) .................................................................................... 46
Reset Menu ........................................................................................................ 47
TroubleshootingUsing the Help .......................................................................................... 49
Problem Solving ....................................................................................... 51
Reading the Indicators ....................................................................................... 51
When the Indicators Provide No Help................................................................ 55
AppendicesInstallation Methods ................................................................................ 64
Cleaning .................................................................................................... 65
Cleaning the Projectors Surface ....................................................................... 65
Cleaning the Lens .............................................................................................. 65
Cleaning the Air Filter and Air Intake Vent......................................................... 65
Replacing Consumables ......................................................................... 66
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries ........................................................... 66
Replacing the Lamp ........................................................................................... 67
Replacing the Air Filter ...................................................................................... 71
Saving a Users Logo ............................................................................... 72
Screen Size and Distance........................................................................ 75
EB-W6 ............................................................................................................... 75
EB-X6 ................................................................................................................ 76
EB-S6 ................................................................................................................ 77
Connecting to External Equipment ........................................................ 78
Connecting to an External Monitor (EB-X6/S6 only).......................................... 78
Connecting and Removing a USB Device (EB-W6 only) ...................... 79
Connecting a USB Device ................................................................................. 79
Reading the Indicators ....................................................................................... 79
Removing a USB Device ................................................................................... 79
Inserting and Ejecting a SD Card (EB-W6 only) .................................... 80
 Inserting a SD Card .......................................................................................... 80
Reading the SD Card Access Lamp .................................................................. 80
Ejecting a SD Card ............................................................................................ 81
Connecting with USB Cable for Projection (USB Display)................... 82
How to Connect (For EB-W6) ............................................................................ 82
How to Connect (For EB-X6/S6)........................................................................ 83
Connecting a USB Cable ......................................................................... 86
Page Up/Down by Remote Control.................................................................... 86
Operating the Mouse Pointer by Remote Control (Wireless Mouse function) ... 87 
						

							
Contents
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Using Slideshow (EB-W6 only) ...............................................................90
Image Files that can be Projected in a Slideshow ............................................. 90
Basic Slideshow Operations .............................................................................. 90
Setting Image File Display and Slideshow. ........................................................ 95
Optional Accessories and Consumables ...............................................97
Glossary ....................................................................................................98
ESC/VP21 Commands ............................................................................100
Command List .................................................................................................. 100
Cable Layouts .................................................................................................. 100
USB Connection Setup .................................................................................... 101
List of Supported Monitor Displays ......................................................102
EB-W6 .............................................................................................................. 102
EB-X6 ............................................................................................................... 105
EB-S6 ............................................................................................................... 107
Specifications .........................................................................................109
Specifications ................................................................................................... 109
Operating Requirements of Supplied Software ................................................ 112
Appearance .............................................................................................113
Index ........................................................................................................114 
						

							
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Projector Features
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The A/V mute slide makes it easy to project and store
You can stop and resume projection 
easily by opening and closing the A/V 
mute slide which makes giving clear 
presentations easier. 
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A single foot design means you do not have to make any difficult 
levelling adjustments
You can easily make height 
adjustments with one hand.
sQuick Start Guide
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Connecting with USB cable for projection (USB Display)
You can project whats on the 
computer screen simply by 
connecting a Windows computer with 
a USB cable. 
s Quick Start Guide
The illustration on this  page is of the EB-W6. f
Projecting images from a USB storage device or SD card without 
using a computer (EB-W6 only)
Connect the USB storage device or SD
 card to the projector, and you can 
project JPEG images of photographs shot  with a digital camera and so on, 
as a slideshow. This makes projection  easy, since it is not necessary to 
connect a computer. 
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p.90
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Password Protect to restrict and manage users
By setting a password you can restri ct who can use the projector. 
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p.31
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Control Panel Lock restricts button operation on the control panel
You can prevent people from cha nging the settings on the projector 
without permission. 
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p.34
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Equipped with various anti-theft devices
The projector is equipped with th e following security devices. 
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p.35
• Security slot
 Security cable installation point
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Direct power On/Off
In places where power is managed cen trally, such as in a conference 
room, the projector can be set to pow er on and off automatically when the 
power source to which th e projector is connected is switched on or off.
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No cool down delay
After turning the projectors power of f, you can disconnect the projectors 
power cable without having to wait  for the projector to cool down first.
Ease of use
Enhanced security functionsEasy to handle 
						

							
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Part Names and Functions Front/Top
Name
Function
A
Control panel
sp.9
B
Lamp cover
Open this cover when replacing the projectors 
lamp.  sp.68
C
Air exhaust vent
Caution
Do not place objects that may become warped 
or otherwise affected by heat near the air 
exhaust vent and do not put your face or 
hands near the air exhaust vent while 
projection is in progress.
F
AK
B
J
EDH IG
C
D
Front adjustable 
feet
Extend and adjust the position of the projected 
image when the projector is placed on a 
surface such as a desk.  sQuick Start Guide
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Foot adjust lever
Pull out the foot lever to extend and retract the 
front foot.  sQuick Start Guide
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A/V mute slide
Slide shut when not using the projector to 
protect the lens.  By closing during projection 
you can hide the image and the sound (A/V 
Mute).  sQuick Start Guide , p.22
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Remote receiver
Receives signals from the remote control.  
s Quick Start Guide
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Focus ring
Adjusts the image focus.  sQuick Start 
Guide
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Zoom ring
(EB-W6/X6 only)
Adjusts the image size.  sQuick Start Guide
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A/V mute slide 
knob
Slide the knob to open and close the A/V mute 
slide.
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Security slot ( j)
The security slot is  compatible with the 
Microsaver Security System manufactured by 
Kensington.  sp.35
Name
Function 
						

							
Part Names and Functions
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Rear (EB-W6 only)
Name
Function
A
SD Card Access 
Lamp
Displays SD card access status. sp.80
B
Speaker
C
Power inlet
Connects to the power cable.  sQuick Start 
Guide
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Remote receiver
Receives signals from  the remote control.  
s Quick Start Guide
E
HDMI input port
For signals from a computer or HDMI-
compatible video sources.  sQuick Start 
Guide
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Computer input 
port
For video signals from a computer and 
component video
g signals from other video 
sources.
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D
F
HG
A
BC
KJI
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S-Video input 
port
For S-video
g signals from video sources.
Video input port
For composite video
g signals from video 
sources.
Audio input port
Connects to the audio output port of the 
equipment you want to project from and inputs 
the audio.  sQuick Start Guide
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USB port (Type B)
You can use a number of functions by 
connecting a computer via a USB cable and 
making connection settings. 
• Connect to a computer by USB cable to 
project images from the computer.  sp.82  
 You can Page Up/Down and operate a  mouse pointer using the remote control. You 
can also use this port to control the projector 
from a computer.  sp.86
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USB port (Type A)
Connect a digital camera or USB storage 
device to project a slideshow of images stored 
on the device.  sp.79 , 90
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USB indicator
Indicates the status of USB port (Type A) by 
flashing or being lit.  sp.79
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SD card slot
Insert an SD card, and project a stored image 
file as a slideshow.  sp.80 , 90
Name
Function 
						

							
Part Names and Functions
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Rear (EB-X6/S6 only)
Name
Function
A
Remote receiver
Receives signals from the remote control. 
s Quick Start Guide
B
Speaker
C
Power inlet
Connects to the power cable.  sQuick Start 
Guide
D
Monitor Out port
Outputs the image signal from the computer 
connected to the Computer input port to an 
external monitor. This is not available for 
component video
g signals or other signals 
being input to any po rt other than the 
Computer input port. 
D
E
G
A
B F
C
E
Computer input 
port
For video signals from a computer and 
component video
g signals from other video 
sources.
F
S-Video input 
port
For S-video
g signals from video sources. 
Video input port
For composite video
g signals from video 
sources.
Audio input port
Connects to the audio output port of the 
equipment you want to project from and inputs 
the audio.  sQuick Start Guide
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USB port (Type B)
You can use a number of functions by 
connecting a computer via a USB cable and 
making connection settings. 
 Connect to a computer by USB cable to 
project images from the computer.  sp.82  
 You can Page Up/Down and operate a  mouse pointer using the remote control. You 
can also use this port to control the projector 
from a computer.  sp.86
Name
Function 
						

							
Part Names and Functions
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Control Panel (EB-W6/X6 only)
Name
Function
A
[t ] button
Turns the projector power on or off.  sQuick 
Start Guide
B
Status indicators
The color of the indicators and whether they 
are flashing or lit indicates the status of the 
projector.  sp.51
C
[Source Search] 
button
Changes to the next input source that is 
connected to the projector and is sending an 
image.  sp.17
H
C F
E
D
A
B G
I
D
[Enter] button
If pressed during projection of computer signal 
images, it automaticall y adjusts the tracking, 
synchronization, and po sition to project the 
optimum image.
When a configuration menu or a help screen is 
displayed, it accepts and enters the current 
selection and moves to the next level. 
EB-W6  sp.37 , EB-X6  sp.38
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[v ] [w ] buttons
Corrects keystone distortion.
If pressed when a configuration menu or a help 
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu 
items and setting values. 
s Quick Start Guide , EB-W6 sp.37 , EB-
X6  s p.38
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[Help] button
Displays and closes the help screen which 
shows you how to deal with problems if they 
occur.  sp.49
G
[Esc] button
Stops the current function.
If pressed when a configuration menu is 
displayed, it moves to the previous menu level. 
EB-W6  sp.37 , EB-X6  sp.38
H
[a ] [ b] buttons
Press to adjust  the volume.
If pressed when a configuration menu or a help 
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu 
items and setting values.
s Quick Start Guide , EB-W6 sp.37 , EB-
X6  s p.38
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[Menu] button
Displays and closes the configuration menu.
EB-W6  sp.37 , EB-X6  sp.38
Name
Function 
						

							
Part Names and Functions
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Control Panel (EB-S6 only)
Name
Function
A
[t ] button
Turns the projector power on or off.  sQuick 
Start Guide
B
Status indicators
The color of the indicators and whether they 
are flashing or lit indicates the status of the 
projector.  sp.51
C
[Source Search] 
button
Changes to the next input source that is 
connected to the projector and is sending an 
image.  sp.17
D
[Enter] button
If pressed during projection of computer signal 
images, it automaticall y adjusts the tracking, 
synchronization, and position to project the 
optimum image.
When a configuration menu or a help screen is 
displayed, it accepts and enters the current 
selection and moves to the next level.  sp.39
H
C F
E
D
A
B G
I
E
[ v ] [w ] buttons
Corrects keystone distortion.
If pressed when a configuration menu or a help 
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu 
items and setting values. 
s Quick Start Guide , p.39
F
[Help] button
Displays and closes the help screen which 
shows you how to deal with problems if they 
occur.  sp.49
G
[Esc] button
Stops the current function.
If pressed when a configuration menu is 
displayed, it moves to the previous menu level. 
sp.39
H
[Wide] [Tele] 
buttons
Press to adjust Tele/Wide. Press [Tele] to 
make the projected image size smaller, and 
press [Wide] to  make it larger.
If pressed when a configuration menu or a help 
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu 
items and setting values.
s Quick Start Guide , p.39
I
[Menu] button
Displays and closes the configuration menu. 
s p.39
Name
Function