Epson Projector Powerlite 1725 User Manual
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Fine-Tuning the Projector101 ■Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. ■ABS Color Temp. Sets a color temperature between 5000 and 10000 °K. (Not available if sRGB is selected as the Color Mode setting.) ■Color Adjustment Adjusts the color values. For Customized color mode, select RGBCMY to adjust individual red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow hue and saturation values. For other color modes, RGB may be selected to adjust red, green, and blue hue and saturation values. (Not available if sRGB is selected as the Color Mode setting.) ■Auto Iris Automatically adjusts the brightness according to the nature of the image. Improves the depth and detail of dark scenes. (Only available when Game, Theatre, or Customized is selected as the Color Mode setting.) Six-Axis Color Adjustment For special projection material, such as high-quality photographs or artwork, you can adjust the hue and saturation for six different color axes. 1. Follow the instructions on page100 to open the Image menu and select Color Mode. 2. Press the Enter button to select Customized, then press Esc to return to the Image menu. 3. Select Color Adjustment and press Enter. You see hue and saturation controls on the screen for six colors: RGBCMY (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow. 4. Select the color axis you want to adjust and press Enter. You see color controls for hue and saturation. Hue changes the balance of color, and saturation changes the strength of the color.
102Fine-Tuning the Projector5. Use the pointer button to adjust the hue and saturation. You see the adjustments reflected on the screen. When you are satisfied with the color, press Esc. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each color axis you want to adjust. You may need to readjust the color as the lamp in your projector changes over time. Adjusting Signal Settings Although the projector normally detects and optimizes the input signal automatically, you can use the Signal menu to make manual adjustments. In addition to changing the position of the projected image, you can correct tracking and sync for computer images, or change the aspect ratio to widescreen format for video images. 1. Press the Menu button and select the Signal menu. You see a screen similar to one of those below. (The settings will be different depending on the source you are projecting from.) 2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: ■Auto Setup Leave this setting on to automatically optimize the image when Computer is selected as the source. Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have made to the video settings. ■Resolution When set to Auto, the resolution (size) of a computer image is automatically detected so it can be scaled to fit in the note You can also use the remote control’s Auto button to automatically reset the projector’s tracking, sync, resolution, and position settings. See page 25 for details. Computer image Composite video/S-videoComponent video
Fine-Tuning the Projector103 projection area. If the image doesn’t display properly after you adjust the aspect ratio setting (see page 32), select Wide to project from a computer with a wide-panel display, or Normal for a computer with a 4:3 or 5:4 display. ■Tracking Adjust this value to eliminate vertical stripes in the image. ■Sync Adjust this value if the image appears blurry or flickers. ■Position If the image is slightly cut off on one or more sides, it may not be centered exactly. Select this setting and use the pointer button to center it. ■Progressive Select On for moving images or Off for still images. If you notice video delays during high-speed gaming, turn this setting off. ■Input Signal If the colors don’t look right on the Auto setting, select the setting for the type of equipment you’ve connected to the Computer (Component Video) port: RGB: For a computer connection. Component Video: For a video player that outputs a component video signal. ■Video Signal Leave this setting at Auto unless you are using a 60-Hz PAL system (then select PAL60). ■Aspect Choose an aspect ratio setting that allows the image to fit best in the display area. See page 32 for details. tip Before adjusting tracking or sync, fill the screen with an image containing fine detail, such as black text on a white background.
104Fine-Tuning the Projector Customizing Projector Features You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector, adjust audio volume, and customize several other features. ■Keystone Squares up the shape of the image after the projector has been tilted upward. If you notice lines or edges looking jagged after adjusting the shape, decrease the Sharpness setting (see page 100). ■Auto Keystone Automatically compensates for keystone distortion when the projector is tilted upward. This feature is available only when the projector is set for front projection (it is enabled by default). ■Control Panel Lock Lets you disable the buttons on the projector. See page 110 for more information. ■Pointer Shape Lets you choose from three alternative pointer shapes. See page 36 for more information. ■Brightness Control Lets you select from two levels of brightness. The Low setting reduces power consumption and noise, and extends the lamp’s operating life. ■Volume Raises or lowers the volume of the projector’s speaker. note You can also adjust the volume using the remote control.
Fine-Tuning the Projector105 ■EasyMP Audio Out Lets you select whether to use the Audio port for input or output. Select External to output sound from EasyMP scenarios (.wav files) or MPEG files to external speakers with a built-in amplifier (connected as shown on page 51). Select Internal to use the projector’s internal speaker with your computer or video equipment (connected as shown on page 50). ■Remote Receiver Deactivates the projector’s front and/or back sensors that detect signals from the remote control. Use this setting to prevent use of the remote control or to stop interference from bright fluorescent lights. Restart the projector for this setting to take effect. ■User Button Lets you create a shortcut to one of the following menu items: Brightness Control, Info, Progressive, Closed Caption, Test Pattern , Multi-screen, or Resolution. When you press the User button on the remote control, the assigned menu item is displayed. ■Test Pattern Displays a test pattern for use when adjusting the zoom and focus, and when performing keystone correction. Using the Projector Security Features To prevent unauthorized use of the projector, you can do the following: ■Assign a password; this can be disabled for a set period if you want to loan the projector to someone. ■Create an identifying user logo that is displayed at startup and/or when the A/V Mute button is pressed. See page 108. ■Disable the projector’s buttons; this is useful, for example, if you’re projecting in a classroom and you want to ensure that no one touches the projector’s buttons while you’re using the remote control. See page 110. ■Lock the network configuration settings. See page 107.
106Fine-Tuning the ProjectorIf you create a user’s logo for the projector, you can set up the logo so it is displayed as the startup screen and/or A/V Mute screen. Unauthorized users cannot turn it off or change it. This feature is intended to discourage theft and provides a way to identify the projector should it be stolen. Enabling Password Protection To prevent unauthorized use, you can assign the projector a password. If you do, a screen will appear requesting the password whenever the projector is plugged in and turned on. If an incorrect password is entered three times in succession, the projector’s operation is locked and the power cord must be disconnected and reinserted to redisplay the password screen. If an incorrect password is entered thirty times in succession, the user must contact Epson to unlock the projector. The default setting for the Password Protect function is Off. Follow these steps to turn password protection on: 1. Press the Freeze button on the remote control for about five seconds. You see this screen: 2. Use the pointer button to set Power On Protect to On. Then press Enter. 3. Press Esc. 4. Select Password and press Enter. 5. When you see a message asking if you want to change the password, select Yes and press Enter. note It’s a good idea to write down your password. If you leave the projector plugged in, the Password Protect Release screen will not appear. You only need a password if you unplug and reconnect the power cable. caution If you lose the remote control, you will not be able to enter the password. Keep the remote control in a safe place at all times.
Fine-Tuning the Projector107 6. Hold down the Num button on the remote control and use the numeric keypad to enter a four digit password. (The default setting is 0000.) 7. When you see a confirmation message, reenter the password. Then press the Menu button to exit the screen. 8. To enable your screen logo, select User’s Logo Protect and press Enter. Select On and press Enter. When this feature is on, the logo appears whenever you turn on the projector (if the Startup Screen is enabled in the Extended menu; see page 108). It also appears when you press the A/V Mute button (if you selected the Logo for the A/V Mute setting under Display in the Extended menu). None of the User’s Logo features in the Extended menu can be changed when the User’s Logo Protect function is enabled. 9. To enable network setting protection, select Network Protect and press Enter. Select On and press Enter. When this feature is on, none of the network settings on the Configuration menu can be changed. Starting the Projector with a Password When the password function is enabled, you see this screen when you plug in and turn on the projector: Hold down the Num button on the remote control and use the numeric keypad to enter the four digit password. The password screen closes, the numeric keypad is automatically deactivated, and projection begins.
108Fine-Tuning the ProjectorIf the password is not correct, you see a message prompting you to re-enter the password. If you enter an incorrect password three times in succession, you see the message The projector’s operation will be locked. Request code xxxxx and the projector switches to standby mode for approximately 5 minutes. Write down the request code. Then disconnect the projector’s power cord from the electrical outlet, reconnect it, and turn the projector back on. When you see the Password Protect Release screen again, you can try to enter the correct password. If you enter an incorrect password 30 times in succession, the projector remains locked and you must contact Epson to unlock it. If you have forgotten the password, contact Epson with the request code number that appears in the Password Protect Release screen for assistance. See “Where To Get Help” on page 138. Creating Your Own Startup Screen You can transfer any image from your computer or video source to the projector and then use it as your startup screen. You can also use it as the screen displayed when the projector is not receiving a signal or when you press the A/V Mute button. The image can be a company logo, slogan, photograph, or any other image you want to use. Capturing the Image Start by displaying the image you want to use from either a computer or video source, such as a DVD player or digital camera. Then follow these steps to capture the image and transfer it to the projector: 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control, highlight the Extended menu, and press Enter. note Once you capture an image, it automatically replaces the Epson startup screen. Although you can change the startup screen, you cannot restore the original one.
Fine-Tuning the Projector109 2. Highlight User’s Logo and press Enter. 3. When you see a message asking Choose this image as the user’s logo? , select Yes and press Enter. A selection box displays over the image. 4. Use the pointer button to select the area of the image you want to use. Then press Enter. 5. When you see the message Select this Image?, highlight Yes and press Enter. 6. Use the arrow buttons to select a zoom factor (display size) and press Enter. 7. When the message Save this image as the user’s logo? appears, select Yes and press Enter. Saving the logo may take a few moments. Do not use your projector, remote control, or video source while the logo is being saved. 8. When you see the message Completed, press Esc to return to the menu screen.
110Fine-Tuning the Projector Choosing When to Display the Image After your image is saved, it is automatically set as the startup screen. You can also set it to display as the screen you see when there’s no signal or when you press the A/V Mute button (see page 30). 1. Press the Menu button, highlight the Extended menu, and press Enter. 2. Select Display and press Enter. 3. Highlight Display Background (for when there is no signal) or A/V Mute, and press Enter. 4. Select Logo and press Enter. 5. When you’re finished, press Esc to exit. Disabling the Projector’s Buttons You can lock all the projector’s control panel buttons, or all buttons except the P Power button. The projector can still be operated using the remote control. 1. Press the Menu button, highlight the Settings menu, and press Enter. 2. Select Control Panel Lock and press the Enter button. 3. Select Full Lock (to lock all projector buttons) or Partial Lock (to lock all buttons except the P Power button) and press Enter. 4. Select Yes and press Enter to confirm the setting. 5. Press the Menu button to exit. note You can also use this menu to turn off the startup screen, disable message display, or change the background color. note To unlock the projector, press the Enter button on the projector’s control panel for 7 seconds.