Epson Projector Emp X5 User Manual

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Users Guide 
						

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Notations Used in This GuidefSafety Indications
So that you can use the projector safely and correctly, symbols are applied in the documentation and on the projector to indicate possible harm to the user or 
to others and the risk of damage to property. 
The indications and their meaning are as follows. Make sure you understand them properly before reading the guide. 
fGeneral Information Indications
 Wa r nin g
Indicates the possibility of death or serious injury if this symbol is ignored or if sufficient care is not taken.
 Caution
Indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property if this symbol is ignored or if sufficient care is not taken.
Attention
Indicates procedures which may result in damage or injury if sufficient care is not taken.
q
Indicates additional information and points which may be useful to know regarding a topic.
s
Indicates a page where detailed information regarding a topic can be found. 
g
Indicates that an explanation of the underlined word or words in front of this symbol appears in the glossary of terms. See 
the Glossary section of the Appendices. sp.65Indicates operating methods and the order of operations. 
The procedure indicated should be carried out in the order of the numbered steps. 
[ (Name) ]
Indicates the name of the buttons on the remote control or the control panel. 
Example: [Esc] button
(Menu Name)
Indicates configuration menu items. 
Example: Image - BrightnessIndicates that the explanation continues on the following page. Clicking this symbol will display the following page.Indicates that the explanation is continued from the previous page. Clicking this symbol will display the previous page.
Procedure 
						

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ContentsProjector Features ......................................................................................4
Part Names and Functions ........................................................................5
Front/Top.............................................................................................................. 5
Rear (EMP-83/822 Only)...................................................................................... 6
Rear (EMP-X5/S5 Only) ....................................................................................... 7
Control Panel ....................................................................................................... 8
Remote Control .................................................................................................. 10
Base ................................................................................................................... 11
Useful FunctionsChanging the Projected Image (Source Search) ...................................13
Functions for Enhancing Projection.......................................................14
Selecting the Projection Quality (Selecting Color Mode) ................................... 14
Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute) ....................................... 15
Freezing the Image (Freeze).............................................................................. 16
Changing the Aspect Ratio (Aspect) .................................................................. 16
Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom) ............................................................... 17
Security Functions ...................................................................................18
Managing Users (Password Protect) ................................................................. 18
Restricting Operation (Operation Lock).............................................................. 20
Anti-Theft Lock ................................................................................................... 21
Configuration MenuUsing the Configuration Menu ................................................................23
List of Functions.......................................................................................24
Image Menu (EMP-83/822 Only) ....................................................................... 24
Image Menu (EMP-X5/S5 Only)......................................................................... 25
Signal Menu (EMP-83/822 Only) ....................................................................... 26
Signal Menu (EMP-X5/S5 Only)......................................................................... 27
Settings Menu .................................................................................................... 28
Extended Menu .................................................................................................. 29
Network Menu (EMP-83/822 Only) .................................................................... 31
Info Menu (Display Only).................................................................................... 34
Reset Menu ........................................................................................................ 35
TroubleshootingUsing the Help ..........................................................................................37
Problem Solving .......................................................................................38
Reading the Indicators ....................................................................................... 38
When the Indicators Provide No Help ................................................................ 41
AppendicesInstallation Methods ................................................................................ 49
Cleaning .................................................................................................... 50
Cleaning the Projectors Surface ....................................................................... 50
Cleaning the Lens .............................................................................................. 50
Cleaning the Air Filter and Air Intake Vent......................................................... 50
Replacing Consumables ......................................................................... 51
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries ........................................................... 51
Replacing the Lamp ........................................................................................... 52
Replacing the Air Filter ...................................................................................... 56
Saving a Users Logo ............................................................................... 57
Screen Size and Distance........................................................................ 59
EMP-83/822/X5 ................................................................................................. 59
EMP-S5 ............................................................................................................. 60
Connecting to External Equipment ........................................................ 61
Connecting to an External Monitor .................................................................... 61
Connecting to External Speakers (EMP-83/822 Only) ...................................... 61
Connecting a LAN Cable (EMP-83/822 Only) ......................................... 62
Connecting a USB Cable (EMP-X5/S5 Only) .......................................... 63
Optional Accessories and Consumables .............................................. 64
Glossary .................................................................................................... 65
ESC/VP21 Commands ............................................................................. 67
Command List.................................................................................................... 67
Cable Layouts .................................................................................................... 67
Connecting a USB (EMP-X5/S5 Only)............................................................... 68
USB Connection Setup ...................................................................................... 68
PJLink (EMP-83/822 Only) ....................................................................... 69
List of Supported Monitor Displays ....................................................... 70
Specifications ........................................................................................... 71
Appearance............................................................................................... 75
Index .......................................................................................................... 76 
						

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Projector Features
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The A/V mute slide makes it easy to project and store
You can stop and resume projection 
easily by opening and closing the A/V 
mute slide which makes giving clear 
presentations easier. 
f
A single foot design means you do not have to make any difficult 
levelling adjustments
You can easily make height 
adjustments with one hand.
 sQuick Start Guidef
Password Protect to restrict and manage users
By setting a password you can restrict who can use the projector. 
s
p.18
f
Operation Lock restricts button operation on the control panel
You can use this to prevent people from changing projector settings 
without permission at events, in schools, and so on. 
s
p.20
f
Equipped with various anti-theft devices
The projector is equipped with the following security devices. 
s
p.21
• Security slot
 Security cable installation point
f
Direct power On/Off (EMP-83/822 only)
In places where power is managed centrally, such as in a conference 
room, the projector can be set to power on and off automatically when the 
power source to which the projector is connected is switched on or off.
f
No cool down delay
After turning the projectors power off, you can disconnect the projectors 
power cable without having to wait for the projector to cool down first.
Ease of use
Enhanced security functionsEasy to handle 
						

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Part Names and FunctionsFront/Top
Name
Function
A
Control panel
sp.8
B
Lamp cover
Open this cover when replacing the projectors 
lamp. sp.53
C
Air exhaust vent
 Caution
Do not place objects that may become warped 
or otherwise affected by heat near the air 
exhaust vent and do not put your face or 
hands near the air exhaust vent while 
projection is in progress.
F C AK
B
J
GEDH I
D
Front adjustable 
feet
Extend and adjust the position of the projected 
image when the projector is placed on a 
surface such as a desk. sQuick Start Guide
E
Foot adjust lever
Pull out the foot lever to extend and retract the 
front foot. sQuick Start Guide
F
A/V mute slide
Slide shut when not using the projector to 
protect the lens. By closing during projection 
you can hide the image and the sound (A/V 
Mute). sQuick Start Guide,  p.15
G
Remote receiver
Receives signals from the remote control. 
sQuick Start Guide
H
Focus ring
Adjusts the image focus. sQuick Start Guide
I
Zoom ring
(EMP-83/822/X5 
only)
Adjusts the image size. sQuick Start Guide
J
A/V mute slide 
knob
Slide the knob to open and close the A/V mute 
slide.
K
Security slot (j)
The security slot is compatible with the 
Microsaver Security System manufactured by 
Kensington. sp.21
Name
Function 
						

							Part Names and Functions
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Rear (EMP-83/822 Only)
Name
Function
A
Remote receiver
Receives signals from the remote control. 
sQuick Start Guide
B
Speaker
C
Monitor Out port
Outputs the image signal from the computer 
connected to the Computer1 input port to an 
external monitor. This is not available for 
component video
g signals or other signals 
being input to any port other than the 
Computer1 input port.sp.61
Audio Out port
Outputs the sound of the image currently being 
projected to external speakers. sp.61
D
Power inlet
Connects to the power cable. 
sQuick Start Guide
E DF HG A
BC
E
RS-232C port
When controlling the projector from a 
computer, connect it to the computer with an 
RS-232C cable. This port is for control use and 
should not normally be used.  sp.67
F
Computer1 input 
port
For video signals from a computer and 
component video
g signals from other video 
sources.
Audio1 input port
Connect to the audio out port of the computer 
connected to the Computer1 input port. 
Computer2 input 
port
For video signals from a computer and 
component video
g signals from other video 
sources.
Audio2 input port
Connect to the audio out port of the computer 
connected to the Computer2 input port. 
sQuick Start Guide
G
S-Video input 
port
For S-video
g signals from video sources.
Video input port
For composite video
g signals from video 
sources.
Audio-L/R input 
port
Connects to the audio out port of the 
equipment connected to the S-Video port or 
Video input port. sQuick Start Guide
H
LAN port
When a LAN cable is connected, you can 
monitor and control the projector over a LAN. 
sp.62
Name
Function 
						

							Part Names and Functions
7
Rear (EMP-X5/S5 Only)
* Limited to computers with the following operating systems installed.
Windows 98/98SE/2000/Me/XP Home Edition/XP Professional
Macintosh: OS 8.6 to 9.2/10.1 to 10.3
Name
Function
A
Remote receiver
Receives signals from the remote control. 
sQuick Start Guide
B
Speaker
C
Power inlet
Connects to the power cable. 
sQuick Start Guide
D
Monitor Out port
Outputs the image signal from the computer 
connected to the Computer input port to an 
external monitor. This is not available for 
component video
g signals or other signals 
being input to any port other than the 
Computer input port.sp.61
D
CE G A
BF IH
E
Computer input 
port
For video signals from a computer and 
component video
g signals from other video 
sources.
F
Audio-L/R input 
port
Connects to the audio output port for the 
equipment you want to project from and inputs 
the audio. sQuick Start Guide
G
Video input port
For composite video
g signals from video 
sources.
H
S-Video input 
port
For S-video
g signals from video sources.
I
USB port (Type B)
When showing a slide show in PowerPoint, 
you can use the projectors remote control to 
move to the next slide/previous slide if it is 
connected to a computer by a USB cable.
* 
Also, you can use it as a control port when the 
projector is controlled by a computer.
Even if the projector is connected to a 
computer by a USB cable, you cannot project 
the image on the computer. sp.63
Name
Function 
						

							Part Names and Functions
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Control PanelfEMP-83/822/X5
fEMP-S5
Buttons without numbers operate in the same way as in the figure above. 
See the numbers in the table for the figure above.
H
CFE D A
BG IJ
Name
Function
A
[Power] button
Turns the projector power on or off. 
sQuick Start Guide
B
Status indicators
The color of the indicators and whether they 
are flashing or lit indicates the status of the 
projector. sp.38
C
[Source Search] 
button
Changes to the next input source that is 
connected to the projector and is sending an 
image.sp.13
D
[Enter] button
If pressed during projection of computer signal 
images, it automatically adjusts the tracking, 
synchronization, and position to project the 
optimum image.
When a configuration menu or a help screen is 
displayed, it accepts and enters the current 
selection and moves to the next level.sp.23
E
[v] [w] buttons
Corrects keystone distortion.
If pressed when a configuration menu or a help 
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu 
items and setting values. 
sQuick Start Guide, p.23
F
[Help] button
Displays and closes the help screen which 
shows you how to deal with problems if they 
occur.sp.37
G
[Esc] button
Stops the current function.
If pressed when a configuration menu is 
displayed, it moves to the previous menu 
level.sp.23
H
[a] [b] buttons
(EMP-83/822/X5 
only)
Press to adjust the volume.
If pressed when a configuration menu or a help 
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu 
items and setting values.
sQuick Start Guide, p.23 
						

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I
[Menu] button
Displays and closes the configuration 
menu.sp.23
J
[Wide] [Tele] 
buttons 
(EMP-S5 only)
Adjusts the image size.
If pressed when a configuration menu or a help 
screen is displayed, these buttons select menu 
items and setting values.
sQuick Start Guide, p.23
Name
Function 
						

							Part Names and Functions
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Remote Control
Illustrations show EMP-X5/S5.
Name
Function
A
[Power] button
Turns the projector power on or off.
 sQuick Start Guide
B
[Source Search] 
button
Changes to the next input source that is 
connected to the projector and is sending an 
image.sp.13
B A
K N
H
G C
I D
E
FJ P
L M O
C
[Menu] button
Displays and closes the configuration menu. 
sp.23
D
[Enter/Auto] 
button
If pressed during projection of computer signal 
images, it automatically adjusts the tracking, 
synchronization, and position to project the 
optimum image. sp.26
When a configuration menu or a help screen is 
displayed, it accepts and enters the current 
selection and moves to the next level.sp.23
E
[Color Mode] 
button
Each time the button is pressed, the color 
mode changes.sp.14
F
[Page] button
(Down) (Up)
(EMP-X5/S5 only)
When showing a slide show in PowerPoint, 
you can use the projectors remote control to 
move to the next slide/previous slide if it is 
connected to a computer by a USB cable.
* 
sp.63
G
[E-Zoom] button 
(+) (-)
(+) Enlarges the image without changing the 
projection size.
(-) Reduces parts of the image that have been 
enlarged using the [+] button.sp.17
H
[A/V Mute] button
Turns the video and audio on or off. sp.15
I
[Freeze] button
Images are paused or unpaused.sp.16
J
[Aspect] button
The aspect ratio
g changes each time the 
button is pressed.sp.16
K
Numeric buttons
Use these buttons when entering a password. 
sp.19
* Limited to computers with the following operating systems installed.
Windows 98/98SE/2000/Me/XP Home Edition/XP Professional
Macintosh: OS 8.6 to 9.2/10.1 to 10.3
Name
Function