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6Follow the same procedure to add required items to the scenarios.
When it is necessary to switch across to other source images, such as computer images or 
video images, during the scenario playback, click on the right-hand mouse button at the 
relevant line and specify [Source Control] to insert a control line that will switch the dis-
play. The PC (computer images) will be displayed when inserted, but this can be amended 
with the [Cell Property] (procedure #7).
7When it is necessary to amend the projection time or add display effects, click on the 
right-hand mouse button at the relevant line and specify [Cell Property] to allow the 
setup with a detailed setting dialog box.
The detailed setting dialog box will be displayed.
Advance The amount of time for switching screens can be set between 15 seconds and 
1,800 seconds. Switching can be performed manually by pressing the [Enter] 
button during playback.
Activate 
CellThis is displayed when it has been ticked. It will not be displayed if the tick is 
removed, and a disabled mark will be attached to that line. (The same setting can 
be achieved by clicking on the right-hand mouse button at the relevant line and 
specifying [Activate (Inactivate)]).
Effect It is possible to specify animated and other screen switching effects when 
switching between screens. An example of these effects is shown below. The 
effect displays can be specified for multiple lines at the same time. Other lines 
can be selected by clicking on them while pressing the [Ctrl] or [Shift] keys.
Slide In/Out: Switches the images from the left or right.
Box Wipe In/Out: Switches the images from the outside or from the inside.
Random
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Po i n t
·It is possible to select the switching source when control lines have been inserted with the 
source switching function.
·It is possible to set effect functions to be enabled during playback by clicking on the right-
hand mouse button and specifying [Cell Effect]. The effect functions are activated with 
buttons [1] to [5] on the remote control.
·When rearranging the order of the scenario, drag the relevant lines on the scenario win-
dow.
·When switching between display/non-display of the scenario sequence, it is also possible 
to make the amendment with the projector after transmission. (see page 83
)
8Specify [File] - [Save].
The created scenario will be saved.
Select [Save as] and then enter the required name if the scenario is to be renamed.
Po i n t
·Scenarios cannot be transmitted before they have been saved.
·A file with the [scenario.sic] name and the jpeg data for each screen will be saved in the 
scenario folder located inside the work folder when the scenario is saved. All PowerPoint 
pages will be converted to the jpg format at this point.
·Refer to the help functions for further details on each of the [EMP Slide Maker] menu 
functions.
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Transmitting scenarios
It is necessary to transmit created scenarios to the memory card for projection purposes.
1Set the memory card in the computer.
Set the memory card in a card adapter if necessary.
2Specify [Scenario Option] - [Send Scenario].
The forward scenario dialog box will be displayed.
3Specify the drive in which the memory card is set, and then click on the [OK] button.
A confirmation message will be displayed.
4Click on the [OK] button.
Transmission will be started. A message for confirming the auto-run setting will be dis-
played when transmission has been completed.
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5Click on the [Yes] button.
Click on the [Yes] button and proceed onto the following procedures if the auto-run and 
repeat functions are to be set.
Click on [No] if these function do not need to be set. Operations will be ended if [No] is 
clicked.
6Amend the settings and then click on the [OK] button.
When the auto-run parameter is to be set, select the relevant scenario from the box on the 
left-hand side, and then click on the [>>] button.
The scenarios specified for auto-run will be displayed in the box on the right-hand side.
When the repeat parameter is to be set, select the relevant scenario from the box on the 
left-hand side, and then add a tick to the [Execute Repeat] field.
Click on the [OK] button to terminate operations.
Po i n t
·If memory cards on which scenario files that have been set as auto-run files are inserted 
in the projector, the scenario files will be automatically played back when EasyMP func-
tion is started up .
·The auto-run parameter can also be set by selecting [Scenario Operations] - [Edit Auto-
run] after the scenario has been transmitted.
·The auto-run setting cannot be specified from the projector.
·When two or more files have been specified with the auto-run setting, they will be exe-
cuted in the order in which they were registered in the auto-run scenario file list.
·It is possible to transmit created scenarios directly to a memory card inserted in the pro-
jector when the computer and projector are connected with a USB cable. (see page 93
)
·The scenario file will be saved under the name of [scenario-name.sit] on the memory card 
when it is transmitted to the projector. These [.sit] files cannot be edited with the com-
puters SlideMaker.
·Images for projection purposes will be saved in the scenario folder as jpg files (images 
files) and jps files (thumbnails).
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Connecting up computer with USB cables
By connecting the computer and projector together with an USB cable, it is possible to view 
the contents of the memory card inserted in the projector from the computer.
Po i n t
The computers that can be connected to the projector with a USB connection and used are 
restricted to those that operate on the Windows 98, Me and 2000 platforms.
Install the USB driver into the computer to be used if the projector is to be connected to a 
computer with a USB connection and a memory card used. The following differences exist 
with the driver to be installed depending on the OS in use.
·Windows 98
Refer to #2 and subsequent procedures below to install the USB driver registered on the 
EasyMP Software contained on the CD-ROM provided.
·Windows Me
Install either the USB driver provided as standard with the OS, or the USB driver regis-
tered on the EasyMP Software contained on the CD-ROM provided with the projector. If 
the USB driver provided as standard with the OS has already been installed, it is not nec-
essary to install the USB driver provided with the projector. The USB cable can be con-
nected up and used without making any amendments.
·Windows 2000
Install the USB driver provided as standard with the OS. The USB driver provided with the 
projector cannot be used.
Connections and installation of the USB driver
1Connect the projector to the computer with a USB cable.
2Installs the USB driver. Switch on the power supply to the projector, start up Windows 
on the computer, and set the EasyMP software CD-ROM in place.
[Add New Hardware Wizard] will be displayed on the computer screen. The setup pro-
gram will be started up automatically.
Po i n t
[Add New Hardware Wizard] will be displayed during procedure #1 if the USB cable is con-
nected with a bi-directional power supply.
Mouse/Com
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3The [Add New Hardware Wizard] and the setup program can be ended with [Cancel].
4Open the [Specify and Execute File Name] dialog box with [Start] - [Specify and Exe-
cute File Name].
5Enter [CD-ROM drive name:\USB-Driver\Win98\language\Disk1\Setup] in the 
[Open] field, and then click on [OK].
Installation will commence. Proceed with all subsequent procedures by observing the on-
screen instructions.
Po i n t
Execute [Program Files\EMP Series\Easympun.exe] to uninstall the program.
Browsing the memory card from the computer
When the computer is connected to the projector with a USB cable and the required drivers 
have been installed, the projectors memory card will be displayed as if it were a computer 
driver.
1Displays the projector display as a file list.
2Double-click [My Computer] on the computer.
[My Computer] will open.
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3Select the added drive.
All subsequent operations are the same as Windows file operations.
Po i n t
·You cannot connect to Macintosh. Do not transfer or connent to Macintosh, as it might 
cause a data crush.
·Projector memory card operations from a connected computer are only possible when the 
projector display is displayed as a file list.
·Operations are not possible when the projectors memory card is being accessed.
Pay attention to the following when a USB connection has been established.
·Do no remove the memory card or unplug the USB cable when the access lamp is blink-
ing. Failure to observe this may result in damage to the memory card or malfunctions on 
the computer.
·Confirm that the access lamp has been extinguished before selecting [Yes] (or [No] to 
return the system to the original status) when the Abort USB Access message is dis-
played. Failure to observe this may result in damage to the memory card or malfunctions 
on the computer.
·Do not perform access from the computer after the Abort USB Access message has been 
displayed. Access will be possible after the screen has returned to the file selection 
screen.
·Select [Disconnect Removable Devices] when removing memory cards on the Windows 
2000/Me platforms.
·The image capture function cannot be used during USG connections.
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Troubleshooting
This section provides explanations on potential problems and the methods of taking care of them.




 
Troubleshooting
When you think you have a problem, first of all check the Indicators on the projector.
The projector is fitted with Operation Indicator, Lamp Indicator and Temperature Indicator to 
advise the user of the projector’s status.
Operation Indicator
Indicator StatusCauseRecovery or StatusReference 
Page
Illuminated in 
OrangeStand-by status (Not an error)
Projection will be started when the [Power] 
button is pressed.36
Blinking in 
OrangeCool-down proce-
dure in progress(Not an error)
·Wait for a moment. The acount of time for the 
projector to cool down (cooling the lamp) will 
depend on the external temperature, etc.
·The [Power] button cannot be used during 
the cool-down period. This will be 
illuminated in orange once the cool-down 
process has been completed, so press the 
button once more then.45
Illuminated in 
GreenProjection in 
progress(Not an error) 37
Operation Indicator
Lamp Indicator
Temperature Indicator
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Lamp Indicator
Blinking in 
GreenWa r m - u p  i n  
progress(Not an error)
·Wait for a moment.
·The green lamp will stop blinking and 
become illuminated once the warm-up 
procedure has been completed.37
Blinking  in  Red Internal  error Cease operations, remove the Power Plug from 
the socket and contact your dealer or nearest 
address provided at page 121 and request 
repairs.
Extinguished The power is not 
switched onThe power is not switched on.
·Check the power cord connection.
·Check the power supply to the socket.36
Indicator StatusCauseRecovery and StatusReference 
Page
Illuminated in 
redTime to replace the 
lamp.Replace the lamp with a new one (ELPLP14).
Blinking in Red Lamp error·Replace with a new lamp (ELPLP14).
·Check to ensure that the lamp or fan are 
correctly attached if the lamp has been 
replaced. If the lamp or fan are not correctly 
attached, the projector will assume the same 
status as if the power has not been switched 
on.
·If the lamp is broken, take care to avoid injury 
and contact your nearest address provided at 
page 121 to request repairs (images cannot be 
projected unless the lamp is replaced).111
Blinking in 
OrangeNearing the time 
for replacing the 
lampPrepare a new lamp. It is recommended that 
the lamp is replaced as soon as possible, as 
there are cases where the time for replacement 
is earlier than stated in the conditions of usage.111
Extinguished (Not an error)
The power has not been switched on or nor-
mal projection is in progress.
Indicator StatusCauseRecovery or StatusReference 
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Temperature Indicator
Po i n t
·Refer to the section on [When the Indicators Provide No Help] on the following page if the 
Indicators appear normal but the projected image is defective.
·Contact your dealer or nearest address provided at page 121 if an Indicator status not 
covered by the above table is apparent.
Indicator StatusCauseRecovery and StatusReference 
Page
Illuminated in 
RedExcessive internal 
temperature
(overheating)The lamp goes off automatically and projection 
becomes impossible. Wait for approximately 5 
minutes with the projector in that state. After 5 
minutes has passed, pull out the power plug 
once, then insert it again.
If the projector overheats, check the following 2 
points and make the necessary improvements.
·Is the projector installed in a place with good 
ventilation?
Make sure the air intake and exhaust vents are 
not covered, and that it is not placed up against 
the wall.
·Has dust accumulated in the air filter?
If the air filter is dirty, clean it.
When the power plug is reinserted, the projector 
will recover to the normal state, so press the 
power button and turn on the power again. If the 
projector overheats again even when the above 
measures have been taken, and when an error is 
displayed in the indicator when the power is 
turned on again, discontinue use, pull the power 
plug out of the receptacle and request repairs by 
the retail shop where you purchased it, or by the 
service office at the nearest address provided on 
page 121.22
109
Blinking in Red Internal error Cease operations, remove the Power Plug from 
the socket and contact your dealer or nearest 
address provided at page 121 and request repairs.
Blinking in 
OrangeHigh-temperature 
cooling in progress·(This is not an error, but the projector will 
automatically cease operating if the temperature 
increases any further.)
·Use the projector within the permissible 
temperature range of between 5 degrees Celsius 
and 40 degrees Celsius.
·Install the projector in a well-ventilated place 
and ensure that the ventilation inlet and outlet 
are not blocked.22
·Clean the Air Filter. 109
Extinguished (Not an error)
The power has not been switched on or normal 
projection is in progress.
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