Epson Projector Emp 8300 User Manual

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Part Names and FunctionsRemote Control
If you position the   over the button icon or button name, a description of that button will appear.
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•• •Remote control light-emitting area   p.14•
•• •Indicator•
•• •[Page] buttons   p.23•
•• •[E-Zoom] buttons   p.59
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•• •[Power] button   p.37, p.41•
•• •[R/C] switch   p.13•
•• •[ ] button   p.24, p.90, p.107
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•• •[Enter ( )] button   p.24, p.90, p.107•
•• •[Menu] button   p.90
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•• •[Effect] button   p.62
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•• •[ ] (illumination) button•
•• •[Volume] buttons   p.56
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•• •[ESC ( )] button   p.24, p.91, p.107•
•• •[Help] button   p.107•
•• •Numeric buttons   p.70, p.95•
•• •[ID] button   p.70
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•• •[Num] button   p.95•
•• •[Remote] port   p.14, p.132•
•• •[Preview] button   p.39•
•• •[Preset] button   p.64
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•• •[Auto] button   p.52
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•• •[Focus] buttons   p.44
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•• •[Zoom] buttons   p.43•
•• •[Lens Shift] buttons   p.45•
•• •[Source] buttons   p.38
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•• •[PinP] button   p.60
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•• •[A/V Mute] button   p.58•
•• •[Resize] button   p.66•
•• •[Freeze] button   p.59
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•• •[Color Mode] button   p.55 
						

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Part Names and FunctionsInput/Output Ports
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•• •[Computer 2] port 
 p.18, p.22, p.27Inputs analogue-RGB signals from a 
computer and RGB-video signals from 
video equipment.•
•• •[Audio] port 
(for [Computer 2] port)   p.29Inputs audio signals from the source that is 
connected to the [Computer 2] port.•
•• •[USB] port   p.23, p.138Connects the projector to a computer via 
the USB cable when using the wireless 
mouse function.•
•• •[Video] port   p.25Inputs composite video
 signals from a 
video source.
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•• •[Audio] ports (for [Video] port) 
 p.29Input audio signals from the source that is 
connected to the [Video] port.•
•• •[Audio Out] port   p.31Outputs the audio signals from the selected 
video source to external speakers.•
•• •[Remote] port   p.14, p.132Connect the optional remote control cable 
set to input signals from the remote control.•
•• •[Monitor Out] port   p.32Outputs the video signals from the selected 
video source to an external monitor.
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•• •[Computer 1] port   p.18, p.22, p.27Inputs analogue-RGB signals from a computer and 
RGB-video signals from video equipment.•
•• •[Audio] port (for [Computer 1] port) 
 p.29Inputs audio signals from the source 
that is connected to the [Computer 1] port.•
•• •[DVI] port   p.21, p.22Inputs digital RGB computer video signals.•
•• •[Audio] port (for [DVI] port) 
 p.29Inputs audio signals from the source that is 
connected to the [DVI] port.•
•• •[BNC] ports   p.21, p.22, p.26Inputs analogue-RGB signals from a 
computer and RGB-video signals and 
component video
 signals from video 
equipment.
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•• •[Audio] ports (for [BNC] ports) 
 p.29Input audio signals from the source that is 
connected to the [BNC] ports.
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•• •[Control (RS-232C)] port   p.138Connects the projector to a computer using an 
RS-232C cable. This port is for control use and 
should not be used by the customer.
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•• •[S-Video] port   p.26Inputs S-Video
 signals from a video source.
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•• •[Audio] ports (for [S-Video] port) 
 p.29Input audio signals from the source that is 
connected to the [S-Video] port.•
•• •Network port   p.94Use to connect the projector to a network. 
						

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Before Using the Remote ControlInserting the Batteries
The batteries are not already inserted into the remote control at the time the 
projector is purchased. You will need to insert the batteries that are 
provided with the projector before the remote control can be used.PROCEDURE
Remove the battery cover.
While pushing down on the rib of the battery cover, slide the 
battery cover in the direction of the arrow. 
Insert the batteries.
Check the positions of the (+) and (–) marks inside the battery 
holder to ensure that the batteries are inserted the correct way.Replace the battery cover.
Slide the battery cover in until the tab clicks into place.
CAUTION
Be sure to read the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms 
before handling the batteries.1
Rib
23
TIP
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 batteries are becoming flat. If this happens, replace the 
batteries with two new AA alkali batteries. 
						

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Before Using the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range
The remote control is used in the following way.PROCEDURE
Set the [R/C] switch of the remote control to ON.Point the remote control light-emitting area towards 
one of the remote control light-receiving areas on the 
projector and operate the remote control buttons.
Using the Remote Control12
Remote control 
light-receiving 
area (front)Remote control 
light-receiving 
area (rear)
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.
 When not using the remote control, set the [R/C] switch on the 
remote control to OFF. If you leave the [R/C] switch at ON, it 
will consume battery power.
 If a button on the remote control is pressed down for more than 1 
minute while the [R/C] switch is at ON, the signal for that button 
operation will stop being transmitted (the remote control will change 
to sleep mode). The purpose of this is to prevent the batteries from 
being consumed due to something being placed on top of the remote 
control. 
When the button is released, normal remote control operation will 
resume. 
						

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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. 10 m (30 ft.)Approx. ±30° horizontally
Approx. ±15° vertically
Remote control 
light-receiving areas
Operating angle (horizontal)
Approx. 30° Approx. 30°
Remote control 
light-emitting areaApprox. 30° Approx. 30°
Operating 
distance 
approx. 10 m 
(30 ft.)
Operating angle (vertical)
Operating distance 
approx. 10 m (30 ft.)
Approx. 15°
Approx. 15°Approx. 15°
Approx. 15° Operating distance 
approx. 10 m (30 ft.)
When suspended from the ceiling
Operating distance 
approx. 10 m (30 ft.)Operating distance 
approx. 10 m (30 ft.)Approx. 15° Approx. 15°
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If you would like to ensure that remote control operations work 
properly from a distance, use the optional remote control cable set to 
connect the [Remote] port of the remote control to the projectors 
[Remote] port.
See Appendices: Optional Accessories   p.132 
						

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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 for suspending the projector 
from the ceiling. Please contact your supplier if you would like to use 
this installation method. The optional ceiling mount is required when 
installing the projector on the ceiling. 
  p.133
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 screen
TIP
When using rear/ceiling projection using a translucent screen, set the 
Ceiling and Rear Proj. commands in the Advanced1 menu to 
match the installation method. p.84, p.85 
						

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InstallationScreen Size and Projection Distance
The distance from the lens to the screen determines the actual image size. 
The recommended distance and projection distance values given below are 
for when the projector is fitted with a standard lens. If the projector has 
been fitted with an optional lens, refer to the documentation provided with 
the lens.
While referring to the following table, 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.
The distance from the centre of the lens to the bottom will vary depending 
on the lens shift status.   p.45
* When installing against a wall, leave a space of 20 cm (7.9 in.) or more 
between the projector and the wall.
Recommended distance104–1543 cm (3.4–50.6 ft.)
4:3 screen size (cm (in.))
Projection distance (cm (ft.))
30 (61 × 46 (24.0 × 18.1)) 104−146 (3.4–4.8)
40 (81 × 61 (31.9 × 24.0)) 142−197 (4.7–6.5)
60 (120 × 90 (47.2 × 35.4) 217−301 (7.1–9.9)
80 (160 × 120 (63.0 × 47.2)) 293−404 (9.6–13.3)
100 (200 × 150 (78.7 × 59.1)) 369−508 (12.1–16.7)
200 (410 × 300 (161.4 × 118.1)) 747−1025 (24.5–33.6)
300 (610 × 460 (240.2 × 181.1)) 1126−1543 (36.9–50.6)
Screen 90ºCentre of lens
*
Projection distance
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The standard lens allows a zoom ratio of up to about 1.35. The image 
size at the maximum zoom setting is about 1.35 times bigger than the 
image size at the minimum zoom setting. 
						

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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.140
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. Refer to the documentation provided 
with the computer.
CAUTION
When connecting the projector to a computer, be sure to check the 
following.
 Turn the power off 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, a malfunction or 
damage to the connector or port may result.
 Do not bind the power cable and the connecting cable together. If the 
power cable and the connecting cable are bound together, image 
interference or errors in operation may result.
TIP
 You may need to purchase a commercially-available 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.132 
						

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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 make the connections.If the Monitor Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port
Computer cable 
(accessory) To monitor port
To [Computer 1] or 
[Computer 2] port (blue)
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 After projection starts, change the Computer1 Input or 
Computer2 Input setting in the Setting menu to Analog-
RGB.  p.80
 If more than one external component is connected to the projector, 
press the [Comp1] or [Comp2] button on the remote control after 
projection starts, or repeatedly press the [Computer/DVI] button on 
the projectors control panel to select the signal to be projected. 
  p.38 
						

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Connecting to a Computer
Some workstation-type computers have a 13w3 monitor port.
In such cases, use a commercially-available 13w3 ⇔ D-Sub 15-pin cable 
to make the connection.
If the Monitor Port is a 13w3 Port
To monitor port
13w3 cable 
(commercially-available)To [Computer 1] or 
[Computer 2] port (blue)
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 After projection starts, change the Computer1 Input or 
Computer2 Input setting in the Setting menu to 
Analog-RGB.  p.80
 If more than one external component is connected to the projector, 
press the [Comp1] or [Comp2] button on the remote control after 
projection starts, or repeatedly press the [Computer/DVI] button on 
the projectors control panel to select the signal to be projected. 
  p.38
 Some workstations may require a special cable. Consult the 
workstation manufacturer for further details.