Epson Projector Emp Tw1000 User Manual

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Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
■The message Not Supported is displayed
■ The message No Signal is displayed
■ Images are fuzzy or out of focus
Are the image signal format 
settings correct?If a composite video or S-Video is being input
If projection does not occur when the Video Signal menu 
command is set to Auto, select th e signal format that matches the 
signal source.
Settings - Input Signal - Video Signal p.34
If the signal source is connected to the [Component] or [D] input 
port
If...

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Problem Solving
■Interference or distortion appear in images
■ Image is truncated (large) or small
Has condensation formed on the 
lens?If the projector is suddenly taken from a cold environment to a 
warm environment or if sudden  ambient temperature changes 
occur, condensation may form on the surface of the lens, and this 
may cause the images to appear fuzzy. Set the projector up in the 
room approximately one hour before it is to be used. If 
condensation forms on the lens, tu rn the power off...

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Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
■Image colours are not right
■ Images appear dark
Has the correct resolution been 
selected?Set the computer so that the signal s that are output are compatible 
with this projector.  
List of Supported Monitor Displays p.49Computer documentation
Are the image signal format 
settings correct?If a composite video  or S-Video  is being input
If projection does not occur when the Video Signal menu 
command is set to Auto, select th e signal format that matches the 
signal...

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Problem Solving
■Projection stops automatically
Is sleep mode active?When Sleep Mode has been set to On, the lamp turns off 
automatically if no signal is in put for about 30 minutes, and the 
projector switches to standby mode. Press the    button on the 
remote control or the   button on the projectors control panel to 
turn the projectors power back on. To cancel the sleep mode 
setting, change Sleep Mo de menu command to Off.
Settings - Sleep Mode p.33 

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Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
Problems when projection starts
■Power does not turn on
Problems with the remote control
■The remote control does not work
Have you pressed the [Power] 
button?Press  on the remote control or    on the projectors control 
panel.
Is Child Lock set to On?If the Child Lock menu command  is set to On, press   on the 
projectors control panel for about 3 seconds or press   on the 
remoto control to  turn the power on.
Settings - Child Lock p.33
Is Operation Lock set to...

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Maintenance
This section describes maintenance tasks such as cleaning the proj ector and replacing consumable parts.
Cleaning
You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality of projected images starts to
deteriorate.
Cleaning the air filter
If the air filter becomes bl ocked with dust and the message
The projector is overheating.  Make sure nothing is blocking
the air vent, and clean or repla ce the air filter is displayed,
clean the air filter.
Turn the projector upside-down...

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Maintenance
Appendix
Consumable replacement periods
Air filter replacement period
 If the air filter has been broken or the Replace message  is displayed even though the
air filter has been cleaned.
Replace with an optional air filter.  Replacing the air filter p.46
Lamp replacement period
 The message Replace the  lamp. appears on the screen  when projection starts.
 The projected images get darke r or start to deteriorate.
•The replacement warning message is set to appear after a minimum of...

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Maintenance
Replacing consumables
Replacing the air filter
Replacing the lamp
Resetting the lamp operating time
Remove the air filter 
cover.
Put your finger under the 
latch and pull it upward.
Press       or      to turn 
the power off, wait until 
the projector cools down, 
and then turn off the 
main power switch.Dispose of used air 
filters properly in 
accordance with 
your local 
regulations. 
Air Filter: 
Polypropylene
TIP
* Wait until the lamp 
cools down (takes 
approximately 1 hour)....

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Maintenance
Appendix
Remove the old air 
filter.Insert the new air filter. Install the air filter cover.
Loosen the lamp fixing 
screws.Remove the old lamp.
Pull out straight.
Insert the new lamp.
Make sure that it faces 
the correct way.
Install the lamp and the lamp cover securely. The lamp will not turn on if 
the lamp or the lamp cover is not installed correctly.
This product includes a lamp component that contains mercury (Hg). 
Please consult your local regulations regarding disposal or...

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Optional Accessories / Consumables
The following optional accessories / consumables are available for purchase if required. This list of 
optional accessories and consumables is current  as of December, 2006. Details of accessories are 
subject to change without notice.
Varies depending on country of purchase.
■ Optional Accessories ■Consumables
50 Portable Screen ELPSC06
A compact screen which can be carried easily. 
(Aspect
 4:3)
60 Portable Screen ELPSC07
80 Portable Screen ELPSC08
100 Portable...