Epson Projector Emp 8000nl User Manual

							 
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Installation 
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his chapter describes how to unpack and set up your 
projector, and connect it to other equipment. The projector 
must be connected to a computer or a video source such as a 
video tape deck, camcorder, digital camera or laser disk player 
before it can project any images.
You may also want to set up the projector for one or more of 
the following:
•Connect the mouse cable to use the remote control as a 
wireless mouse.
•Connect the projector to an audio source for one or both 
image sources. The audio source can be the computer, 
video source, or another device such as a stereo.
•Connect the projector to an external speaker or PA system 
to amplify the audio. 
						

							 
         
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Unpacking the Projector 
When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these 
components:
•Projector
•Remote control
•2 AA batteries
•Power cord
•Computer cable (mini D-sub 15pin)
•Computer cable (5BNC)
•Audio cable
•RCA audio cable (Red/White)
•RCA video cable (Yellow)
•Mac Desktop adapter
•Mac Monitor adapter
•Main cable
•PS/2 mouse cable
•USB mouse cable
•Serial mouse cable
•Mac mouse cable
•PC serial cable
•Mac serial cable
•ELP Link IV Software
Depending on the configuration of your equipment, you may 
not need all these components.
Save all packaging materials in case you need to ship the 
projector in the future. It should be transported in its original 
packaging or the equivalent. 
						

							 
Unpacking the Projector 
          

 
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Additional Components 
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may 
need these additional components:
•To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. 
(One is usually provided with your video device.) A 
separate cable is required for each video source.
•To connect the projector to a Macintosh PowerBook, you 
need a video-out cable. 
(One is provided by/or can be purchased from Apple for all 
new PowerBooks that have video-out capability.) If your 
PowerBook does not include one, see your Macintosh 
dealer.
•To connect the mouse cable to your computer, you may 
require a special connector, cable, or other components. 
You can obtain these items from your computer dealer. If 
your computer doesn’t have a mouse connector, you 
cannot use the mouse cable. 
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Note:  
You can connect a Kensington MicroSaver® anti-theft 
device in the hole on the projector’s right side. Contact your 
computer dealer. 
						

							 
         
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Setting Up the Projector 
1. Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface within five 
feet of the computer or video source. 
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Caution:  
Do not hold the projector by the lens. This can damage 
the lens. 
2. Place the projector at a correct distance from the screen.
The distance between the projector and the screen 
determines the actual image size. Use the general 
guidelines below to determine the correct distance. 
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Note:   
The projection distance described above is for a standard 
lens. When using the optional lens, refer to the Owner’s manuals 
attached to it. 
3. Turn the projector so that the lens is at right angles to the 
screen. If the projector is not angled correctly, the screen 
image will be crooked. 
4. Connect one end of the power cable to the projector’s 
power connector. Connect the other end to an earthed 
electrical socket.
The projector should be in sleep mode, indicated by an 
orange power indicator. 
Screen size Horizontal distance from projector to screen 
300 inches (610x460cm) 460.6 inches (11.7 m) ~ 586.6 inches (14.9m)
200 inches (410x300cm) 307.1 inches (7.8 m) ~389.8 inches (9.9 m)
100 inches (200x150cm) 153.5 inches (3.9 m) ~ 192.9 inches (4.9 m)
80 inches (160x120cm) 122.0 inches (3.1 m) ~ 153.5 inches (3.9 m)
60 inches (120x90cm) 90.6 inches (2.3 m) ~ 114.2 inches (2.9 m)
40 inches (81x61cm) 59.1 inches (1.5 m) ~ 74.8 inches (1.9 m)
30 inches (61x46cm) 43.3 inches (1.1 m) ~ 55.1 inches (1.4 m) 
						

							 
Setting Up the Projector 
          

 
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Warning:  
Never look into the lens when the projector is on. 
There is a risk that the projector might come on suddenly even 
though it is not in use. The light from the lamp can damage your 
eyes. It is especially important that children should not be 
allowed to look into the lens. 
5. To insert the batteries in the remote control device, slide 
off the battery compartment cover.
6. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector. 
Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct.
7. Replace the battery compartment cover.
When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:
•Do not recharge the used batteries or expose to fire or 
water.
•Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batteries 
leak, wipe away battery fluid with a soft cloth. If fluid gets 
on your hands, wash them immediately.
•Remove the batteries if you will not be using the projector 
for a long period of time. 
						

							 
         
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Connecting to a Computer 
You can connect the projector to a computer capable of 
SVGA, VGA, SXGA and XGA output. 
The following types of computers are supported:
•IBM desktop PC or compatible
•IBM laptop or compatible
•Apple Macintosh desktop computer, including Macintosh 
Quadra®, Macintosh Centris®, and Power Macintosh
•Any Apple PowerBook with video-out capability, including 
all 160, 165, 180 and 500 series PowerBooks
To connect the video and mouse cables (to use the wireless 
remote as a mousepointer), see the section in this chapter that 
applies to your computer.
The illustration below identifies all the interface ports on the 
back of the projector; you may want to refer to this as you 
connect your computer or other equipment to the projector.
R/R-YB/B-Y H/C Sync V Sync
Monitor Out Computer 2/Component VideoL-Audio2-RComputer 1
Audio Out Audio 1
Mouse/Com1 Mouse/Com2
S-Video L-Audio-R L-Audio-RVideo Remote
G/Y
Power Inlet Audio Out
Audio 1 L-Audio2-R
Mouse/Com 1 Mouse/Com 2
Remote Monitor Out
Computer 1
S-VideoL-Audio-R
R/R-Y  G/Y  B/B-Y  H/C Sync  V Sync
Video
L-Audio-R
5BNC 
						

							 
Connecting to a Computer 
          

 
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Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer  
To connect the projector to your PC desktop computer, you 
need to:
•Connect the computer cable and computer monitor cable
•Connect the mouse and/or serial cable (if you want to use 
the remote control as a mouse or use the ELP Link IV 
software)
•Connect the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio)
Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to 
connect. Before beginning, turn off the projector and 
computer if they are on. 
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Note: 
 Computer configurations vary. See your computer 
manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your 
projector. 
Connecting the Video and Monitor Cables 
First connect the computer cable and computer monitor 
cable. Refer to this illustration while following the steps 
below. 
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Note: 
 If your computer output is a 5BNC type, use the computer 
cable (5BNC).
Computer Out portmonitor cable Computer 1 port
computer cable 
						

							 
         
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1. If you will be viewing the video on your computer 
monitor as well as the projector screen, disconnect the 
monitor cable from the video port on the back of your 
computer. Then connect the monitor cable to the 
projector’s Computer Out port, as shown below. (This is 
useful when you need to view the video output but the 
projection screen is behind you.) 
2. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s 
Computer 1 port. (Use the Computer 2 port if you are 
connecting a second computer.) 
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Note: 
 If your computer output is a 5BNC type, use the computer 
cable (5BNC). 
3. Connect the other end of the computer cable to the 
computer’s video port.
4. Tighten the screws on all connectors. 
						

							 
Connecting to a Computer 
          

 
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Connecting the Mouse and Serial Cables 
If you want to use the remote control as a mouse or use the 
ELP Link IV software, you need to connect the main cable. It 
provides connectors for:
•The PS/2 mouse cable or USB mouse cable (to use the 
remote control as a mouse)
•The serial cable (to use the ELP Link IV software and the 
Effects buttons on the remote control)
Refer to this illustration while following the steps below. 
1. Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’s 
Mouse/Com 1 port. (Use the Mouse/Com 2 port if you 
are connecting a second computer.)
Mouse/Com 1 port
main cable 9-pin serial cablePS/2 mouse cable
(or USB mouse cable)