Epson Projector Emp 30 User Manual

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Troubleshooting
Condition
Images appear dark
Probable causeRemedy
Is the lamp due for replacement?
When the lamp is nearly due for replacement, the 
image will become darker and the colour quality 
will become poorer. When this happens, the lamp should be replaced 
with a new one. (p.46)
Has the image brightness been adjusted 
correctly?Use the Brightness command to adjust. 
Video - Brightness (p.20, 22)
Is the accessory cinema filter still attached to 
the projectors lens?If connecting a computer to...

When the Indicators Provide No Help
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Has the volume been adjusted to the 
minimum setting?Adjust the volume so that the sound is audible. 
Audio - Volume (p.23)
Is A/V Mute mode active?Press the [A/V Mute] button on the remote control 
to cancel the A/V Mute mode. (p.29)
Condition
The remote control does not work
Probable causeRemedy
Is the remote control light-emitting area 
facing towards the remote control light-
receiving area when it is operated?The operating angle for the remote control is...

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Troubleshooting
The cooling fan does not stop.
After the [Power] button is pressed to turn off the 
power, the cool-down
 period starts. After the cool-down
 period is complete, the Power 
indicator changes to a steady orange, and you can 
then disconnect the power cable from the electrical 
outlet.
* The cool-down period lasts for about 20 seconds. 
The actual time will vary depending on the 
external air temperature.
Probable causeRemedy 

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Appendices
This chapter provides information on maintenance 
procedures to ensure the best level of performance for the 
projector for a long time.
Maintenance ..................................................... 44
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•• •Cleaning.............................................................................. 44
 Cleaning the Projector Case...............................................................44
 Cleaning the Lens and Cinema Filter ................................................44
 Cleaning...

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Maintenance
This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the projector and replacing consumable parts.
You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to deteriorate.
Clean the projector case by wiping it gently with a soft cloth.
If the projector is particularly dirty, moisten the cloth with water containing a small amount of neutral 
detergent, and then firmly wring the cloth dry before using it to wipe the projector case. Then wipe the...

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Appendices
This section describes how to replace the remote control battery, the lamp and the air filter.
Use the following type of battery as a replacement.
    1 CR2025 lithium battery
Procedure
1Remove the battery holder.
While pushing the catch of the battery holder 
inwards, pull the battery holder out.
2Remove the old battery and insert the 
new battery.
Check the position of the (+) mark inside the 
battery holder to ensure that that battery is 
inserted the correct way.
3
Insert the battery...

Maintenance
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It is time to replace the lamp when:
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•• •The message Lamp Replace appears on the screen when projection star ts.
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•• •When the   (Warning) indicator is flashing red at 0.5-second intervals
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•• •The projected image gets darker or star ts to deteriorate
Lamp Replacement Period
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•• •The replacement warning message is set to appear after about 1400 hours of lamp use in order 
to maintain the brightness and quality of the projected images. If you continue to use the lamp 
after this...

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Appendices
Procedure
1
Turn off the projector power, wait for the 
cool-down period to end, and then 
disconnect the power cable.
The cool-down period lasts for about 20 seconds. 
The actual time will vary depending on the 
external air temperature.
2
Wait until the lamp has cooled down, 
and then remove the lamp cover from 
the base of the projector.
It takes approximately one hour for the lamp to 
cool down by itself after the cool-down period 
has finished.
Put your finger into the recess, and pull...

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The projector has a built-in counter which keeps track of the lamp operating time. When the cumulative 
operating time reaches a certain point, it causes the replacement warning message to be displayed. Therefore, 
the counter needs to be reset after the lamp has been replaced with a new one. You can do this using the 
configuration menu.
Procedure
1Connect the power cable, and then 
press the [Power] button on either the 
projectors control panel or the remote 
control to turn on the...