Epson Projector Emp 53 User Manual

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Part Names and FunctionsRemote Control
MenuA/V Mute
E-ZoomFreeze
S-Video/VideoColor Mode ComputerPage up Page down
PowerESC AutoEnter
•
•• •Remote control light-emitting area   p.11Outputs remote control signals.
•
•• •[A/V Mute] button   p.40Momentarily turns off the audio and video.•
•• •[E-Zoom] button ( )   p.43Enlarges the part of images without changing the size of 
the projection area.•
•• •[Enter] button   p.20, p.57, p.60Accepts a menu item or displays the next screen or menu 
while viewing a configuration menu or help menu. 
Acts as a mouse left-click when using the remote control 
as a wireless mouse.•
•• •[ESC] button   p.20, p.58Stops the current function.
Displays the previous screen or menu while viewing a 
configuration menu. 
Acts as a mouse right-click when using the remote control 
as a wireless mouse.
•
•• •[Auto] button   p.35Use this button to automatically adjust computer images 
to the optimum images when automatic setup has been set 
to OFF.•
•• •[Menu] button   p.57Displays or hides the configuration menus.
•
•• •[Power] button   p.27, p.29Turns the projector power on and off.
•
•• •Input select buttons   p.28[Computer]: Switches the signal source to the images 
being input from the Computer/Component Video port.
[S-Video/Video]: Switches the signal source being input 
from the S-Video port and the Video port.
•
•• •[Color Mode] button   p.38Selects the colour mode. The colour mode changes in the 
order of Normal, Meeting, Presentation, Theatre, Game 
and sRGB
 each time the button is pressed.
•
•• •[ ][ ][ ][ ] buttons   p.20, p.57, p.60When using the remote control as a wireless mouse, these 
buttons move the pointer in the direction corresponding to 
the button that was pressed.
When a configuration menu or help menu is displayed, 
these buttons select menu items and setting values.•
•• •[E-Zoom] button ( )   p.43Reduces the part of images that have been enlarged using 
the [ ] button.
•
•• •[Freeze] button   p.41Keeps the current computer or video image on the screen.
•
•• •[Page down]/[Page up] buttons   p.19When using the remote control as a wireless mouse, press 
these buttons to scroll back and forth through pages when 
projecting a PowerPoint presentation.  
						

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Before Using the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range
When using the remote control for the first time, pull out the insulating 
tape that is protruding from the battery holder. When the insulating tape is 
pulled out, the remote control can then be used.
The remote control is used in the following way.PROCEDUREPoint the remote control light-emitting area toward one of 
the remote control light-receiving areas on the projector 
and operate the remote control buttons. Using the Remote Control
Insulating tape
MenuA/V Mute
E-ZoomFreezeS-Video/VideoColor Mode ComputerPage up Page downPowerESC AutoEnter
Remote control 
light-receiving 
area (front)
MenuA/V Mute
E-ZoomFreezeS-Video/VideoColor Mode ComputerPage up Page downPowe rESC AutoEnter
Remote control 
light-receiving 
area (back)
Remote control 
light-emitting area
TIP
• Do not allow sunlight or light from fluorescent lamps to shine 
directly onto the projectors remote control light-receiving areas, 
otherwise it may interfere with the reception of signals from the 
remote control.
 If delays in the responsiveness of the remote control occur or if it 
does not operate after it has been used for some time, it probably 
means that the battery is getting flat. If this happens, replace the 
battery with a new one.   p.75
 When not using the remote control, place it into the remote control 
holder underneath the projector so that it does not get lost.
Hook a finger into the middle 
of the remote control holder 
and pull it downwards.
After placing the remote control into 
the holder, push the remote control 
holder in until it clicks into place. 
						

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Before Using the Remote Control
Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or 
angle between the remote control and the remote control light-receiving 
area is outside the normal operating range, the remote control may not 
work.
Remote Operating Range
Operating distance Operating angle
Approx. 6 m (20 ft.)Approx. ±30º horizontally
Approx. ±15º vertically
MenuA/V Mute
E-ZoomFreezeS-Video/VideoColor Mode ComputerPage up Page downPowerESC AutoEnter
S-Video/Video ComputerMenuA/V Mute
E-ZoomFreezeColor ModePage up Page downPowerESC AutoEnter
Remote control 
light-receiving area
Remote control 
light-emitting area  Approx. 30º Approx. 30º  Approx. 30º  Approx. 30º
Approx. ±30º horizontally
Within 
approx. 6 m 
(20ft.)
 Approx. 15º Approx. 15º
 Approx. 15º  Approx. 15º
Approx. ±15º vertically
When suspended from the ceiling 
						

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InstallationSetting Up the Projector
The projector supports the following four different projection methods, 
allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images.
* A special method of installation is required in order to suspend the 
projector from the ceiling. Please contact the place of purchase if you 
would like to use this installation method. The optional ceiling mount is 
required when installing the projector to the ceiling. 
 p.84
CAUTION
Before setting up the projector, be sure to first read the separate Safety 
Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms.
 Front projection
 Rear projection using a translucent screen
 Front/ceiling projection
 Rear/ceiling projection using a translucent screenTIP
When using rear/ceiling projection using a translucent screen, set the 
Ceiling or Rear Proj. command in the Advanced menu to 
match the installation method. 
 p.53 
						

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InstallationScreen Size and Projection Distance
The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual 
image size.
While referring to the table below, position the projector so that the images 
are projected onto the screen at the optimum size.
The values should be used as a guide for setting up the projector. The 
actual values will vary depending on projection conditions and the zoom 
setting.
* When installing against a wall, leave a space of about 20 cm (7.9 in.) 
between the projector and the wall.
Recommended distance89–1050 cm (2.9–34.4 ft.)
4:3 Screen size 
(cm (in.))
Projection 
distance  
(cm (ft.))
Distance from 
centre of lens to 
bottom edge of 
screen  
(cm (in.))
30 (61 × 46 (24.0 × 18.1)) 89−103 (2.9–3.4) 4 (1.6)
40 (81 × 61 (31.9 × 24.0)) 120−138 (3.9–4.5) 6 (2.2)
60 (120 × 90 (47.2 × 35.4) 181−208 (5.9–6.8) 8 (3.3)
80 (160 × 120 (63.0 × 47.2)) 243−278 (8.0–9.1) 11 (4.4)
100 (200 × 150 (78.7 × 59.1)) 304−349 (10.0–11.4) 14 (5.5)
200 (410 × 300 (161.4 × 118.1)) 610−699 (20.0–22.9) 28 (10.9)
300 (610 × 460 (240.2 × 181.1)) 916−1050 (30.1–34.4) 42 (16.4)
Screen 
90º
Centre of 
lens
*TIP
 The projectors lens allows a zoom ratio of up to about 1.2. The 
image size at the maximum zoom setting is about 1.2 times bigger 
than the image size at the minimum zoom setting.
 The image size will be reduced when keystone correction is carried 
out. 
						

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Connecting to a ComputerEligible Computers
The projector cannot be connected to some types of computer, or 
projection of images may not be possible even if actual connection is 
possible. Make sure that the computer you intend to use satisfies the 
conditions given below.
 Condition 1: The computer must have an image signal output port.
Check that the computer has a port such as an RGB port, monitor port 
or CRT port which can output image signals. 
If the computer has a built-in monitor, or if using a laptop computer, it 
may not be possible to connect the computer to the projector, or 
alternatively you may need to purchase a separate external output port. 
Refer to the documentation for your computer under a heading such as 
Connecting an external monitor or similar for further details.
 Condition 2: The display resolution and frequency of the computer 
must be listed in the List of Supported Monitor Displays. See 
Appendices: List of Supported Monitor Displays
 p.91.
Some computers allow you to change the output resolution, so if 
necessary, change the resolution to one that matches a setting in the List 
of Supported Monitor Displays, while referring to the documentation 
provided with the computer.
CAUTION
When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the 
following.
 Turn off the power for both the projector and the computer before 
connecting them. If the power for either device is on at the time of 
connection, damage may result.
 Check the shapes of the cable connectors and the device ports before 
making the connections. If you try to force a connector to fit a device 
port with a different shape or number of terminals, damage to the 
connector or port may result.
TIP
 You may need to purchase a separate adapter depending on the 
shape of the computers port. Refer to the documentation provided 
with the computer for further details.
 If the computer and projector are too far away from each other for 
the accessory computer cable to reach, use the optional VGA-HD15 
PC cable. See Appendices: Optional Accessories  
 p.84 
						

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Connecting to a ComputerProjecting Images from the Computer
The shape and specifications of the computers monitor port will determine 
what type of cable should be used. Check the following to see which type 
of port your computer has.
Use the accessory computer cable to connect the Computer/Component 
Video port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the computer.Use the optional VGA- HD15/BNC PC Cable to connect the Computer/
Component Video port at the rear of the projector to the monitor port of the 
computer. See Appendices: Optional Accessories 
 p.84
If the Monitor Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port
Computer cable 
(accessory) To monitor port
To Computer/
Component 
Video port (blue)
TIP
 After projection starts, change the Input Signal setting in the 
Video menu to Computer.  
 p.46
 If more than one external component is connected to the projector, 
use the [Source] button on the projectors control panel or the 
[Computer] button on the remote control to select the Computer port 
as the input source. 
 p.28
 Do not bind the power cable and the computer cable together, 
otherwise image interference or errors in operation may result.
If the Monitor Port is a 5BNC
 Por t
To Computer/
Component Video 
port (blue) To monitor port
VGA- HD15/BNC PC Cable 
(optional)
TIP
 After projection starts, change the Input Signal setting in the 
Video menu to Computer. 
 p.46
 If more than one external component is connected to the projector, 
use the [Source] button on the projectors control panel or the 
[Computer] button on the remote control to select the Computer port 
as the input source. 
 p.28
 Do not bind the power cable and the computer cable together, 
otherwise image interference or errors in operation may result. 
						

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Connecting to a Computer
Some workstation-type computers have a 13w3 monitor port.
Use a commercially-available 13w3 ⇔ D-Sub 15-pin cable to connect the 
Computer/Component Video port at the rear of the projector to the monitor 
port of the computer.
If the Monitor Port is a 13w3 Port
13w3 cable 
(commercially-available) To monitor port 
To Computer/
Component 
Video port (blue)
TIP
 After projection starts, change the Input Signal setting in the 
Video menu to Computer. 
 p.46
 If more than one external component is connected to the projector, 
use the [Source] button on the projectors control panel or the 
[Computer] button on the remote control to select the Computer port 
as the input source. 
 p.28
 Do not bind the power cable and the computer cable together, 
otherwise image interference or errors in operation may result.
 Some workstations may require a special cable. Consult the 
workstation manufacturer for further details. 
						

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Connecting to a ComputerPlaying Sound from the Computer
The projector has a single built-in speaker with a maximum output of 1 W. 
If the computer that is connected to the projector has an audio output port, 
you can output sound from the computer through the projectors speaker by 
connecting the computers audio output port and the Audio 1 port (stereo 
mini jack) on the rear of the projector using a stereo mini jack audio cable 
(commercially-available). It is recommended that you use an audio cable 
with a 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini jack.
Use the following procedure to adjust the volume of the sound output.PROCEDURE
Press the [Menu] button on the remote control, and 
then select Volume from the Audio menu.
For details on this operation, refer to Using the Configuration 
Menus. 
 p.57
Use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to adjust the volume.
The volume is increased or reduced each time a button is 
pressed.After making the adjustment, press the [Menu] button 
to exit the configuration menu.
Stereo mini jack audio cable 
(commercially-available) To audio output port
To Audio 1 port
1
Reset
Execute: Audio InputAudio 1
Audio 2
+ -
Video
Audio
Setting
Users Logo
Advanced
About
Reset AllVolume
10[ESC]: Return[    ]: Select[    ]: Adjust      [Menu]: Exit
2
Video
Audio
Setting
Users Logo
Advanced
About
Reset All
Reset
Execute: Audio InputAudio 1
Audio 2
+ -
Volume
15
[ESC]: Return[    ]: Select[    ]: Adjust      [Menu]: Exit
3 
						

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Connecting to a ComputerUsing the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse Function)
You can use the remote control as a wireless mouse to control the mouse 
pointer on the computer screen. To do this, you must use the accessory 
USB
 cable to connect the USB port of the computer to the USB port at 
the rear of the projector.
* When using the remote control as a wireless mouse, the [Page down] and 
[Page up] buttons on the remote control can be used to scroll back and 
forth through pages when projecting a PowerPoint presentation.Computer
Mouse used
Applicable cable
Windows 98/2000/Me/
XP Home Edition/
XP ProfessionalUSB mouse USB cable (accessory)
Macintosh 
(OS 8.6 - 9.2/X/10.1)USB mouse USB cable (accessory)
USB cable 
(accessory)To USB port To USB port
TIP
 The USB cable can only be connected to computers with a standard 
USB interface. If using a computer which is running Windows, the 
computer must have had a full version of Windows 98/2000/Me/XP 
Home Edition/XP Professional installed. If the computer is running 
a version of Windows 98/2000/Me/XP Home Edition/XP 
Professional that has been upgraded from an earlier version of 
Windows, correct operation cannot be guaranteed. 
 It may not be possible to use the mouse function under some 
versions of both the Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
 Some computer settings may have to be changed in order for the 
mouse function to be used. Consult the documentation for the 
computer for further details.