Epson Projector Powerlite 1810p User Manual

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minutes or when the A/V mute slide (lens cover) is closed. Enable 
High Altitude Mode when you are using the projector above 
4900 ft (1500 m). 
■Standby Mode
This function is not used for the PowerLite 1810p.
■Projector ID
Lets you assign a numeric ID to each projector. When you are 
using multiple projectors, you can use the ID to select the one you 
want to operate with the remote control. See page 33 for 
instructions.
■Multi-screen
Use this option if you want to color-match two or more projectors 
that are being used to display images near each other. You can 
make image adjustments at each of five adjustment levels. First 
choose an 
Adjustment Level and then adjust the settings for 
each level: 
Brightness Correct. to adjust the brightness, and 
Color Correct. to adjust the balance between red and green, or 
blue and yellow. See page 62 for more information about 
multi-screen color adjustment.
■Language 
Select from nine languages to be used for the projector menus.
note
If Direct Power On is 
enabled, the power cable is 
connected, and a power 
outage occurs, the projector 
will start when the power is 
restored.
Do not use the projector at 
altitudes above 7500 ft 
(2,286 m). 
						

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Multi-screen Color Adjustment
You can match the color of projected images when two or more 
projectors are being used to display images near each other. For each 
screen, you can set five levels of brightness and color correction.
1. Before starting, you may want to assign a numeric ID to each 
projector. This lets you use the remote control to select the 
projector you want to adjust. See page 33 for instructions.
To match the display colors as closely as possible, make sure that 
all the projectors are set to the same color mode before starting. 
See page 50 for instructions.
2. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control. You see the 
projector’s menu screen. 
3. Select 
Extended > Multi-screen.
4. Start by setting the 
Adjustment Level to 1 for two projectors. 
Then use 
Brightness Correct. to match the darker projector to 
the lighter one. Press 
Enter to see the effects of your adjustments.
5. Next, adjust the brightness of Level 5 for the same two projectors. 
Match the brighter projector to the darker one.
6. Adjust and match the brightness of Levels 2, 3, and 4. 
7. Adjust and match the G/R color correction for all levels. Then 
adjust and match the B/Y correction for all levels. 
8. If you are using three or more projectors, repeat steps 4 through 7 
to match projector 3 to projector 2, then match projector 4 to 
projector 3, and so on.
note
If you use two or more 
projectors side-by-side, 
exhaust from adjacent 
projectors might cause 
overheating. Leave at least 
2 feet (60 cm) of space 
between projectors. 
						

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Maintaining the Projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do is keep 
the lens clean and periodically clean the air filter and vent. A clogged 
air filter or vent can block ventilation needed to cool the projector.
The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter. If any 
other part needs replacing, contact your dealer or a qualified servicer.
This chapter covers the following:
■Cleaning the lens
■Cleaning the projector case
■Cleaning the air filter and vent
■Replacing the lamp and air filter
■Replacing the remote control batteries
■Transporting the projector
warning
Before you clean any part of 
the projector, turn it off and 
unplug the power cord. 
Never open any cover on the 
projector, except the lamp 
cover. Dangerous electrical 
voltages in the projector can 
injure you severely. Do not 
try to service this product 
yourself, except as specifically 
explained in this User’s 
Guide. Refer all other 
servicing to qualified service 
personnel. 
						

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Cleaning the Lens
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.
Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use lens-cleaning tissue. If 
necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the 
lens.
Cleaning the Projector Case
Before you clean the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power 
cord.
■To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free 
cloth.
■To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water 
and a neutral detergent. Then wipe the case.
caution
Do not use wax, alcohol, 
benzene, paint thinner, or 
other chemical detergents. 
These can damage the case. 
						

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Cleaning the Air Filter and Vent
Clean the air filter and air intake vent after every 100 hours of use. If 
they are not cleaned periodically, they can become clogged with dust, 
preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage 
the projector. 
Follow these steps:
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
2. Turn the projector upside down.
3. To clean the intake vent and filter, use a small vacuum cleaner 
designed for computers and other office equipment. If you don’t 
have one, gently clean the vent with a soft brush (such as an 
artist’s paintbrush).
4. If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken, replace the 
filter as described on page 68. Contact your dealer or call Epson at 
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) to obtain a new filter. note
To order replacement air 
filters, request part number 
V13H134A08. See page 11 
for ordering information. 
						

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Replacing the Lamp and Air Filter
The life span of the projection lamp is about 2500 hours if 
Brightness Control in the Settings menu is set to High (default), and 
3000 hours if 
Brightness Control is set to Low. See page 69 to check 
the lamp usage. 
It is time to replace the lamp when: 
■The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
■The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen when the 
lamp comes on and the lamp warning light   flashes orange. To 
maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp 
as soon as possible. 
■The lamp warning light   flashes red (the lamp is burnt out).
Contact your dealer or call Epson at 800-GO-EPSON 
(800-463-7766). Request part number V13H010L40. 
note
When you get a replacement 
lamp for your projector, you 
should replace the filter.
Turn off this product when 
not in use to prolong the life 
of the projector. 
Lamp warning light 
						

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Follow these steps to replace the lamp and air filter:
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
2. Let the projector cool for at least an hour (if it has been on). The 
lamp is extremely hot immediately after use. 
3. Loosen the lamp cover screw (you don’t need to remove it). Then 
slide the lamp cover to the side and lift it off of the projector. 
4. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you can’t 
remove them).
warning
Let the lamp cool fully 
before replacing it. 
In the unlikely event that 
the lamp has broken, small 
glass fragments may be 
present and should be 
removed carefully to avoid 
injury.
If the lamp is used after the 
replacement period has 
passed, the possibility that 
the lamp may break 
increases. When a lamp 
replacement message 
appears, replace the lamp 
with a new one as soon as 
possible, even if it is still 
working.
Loosen, but don’t 
remove these screws 
						

							68Maintaining the Projector5. Hold the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.
 
6. Gently insert the new lamp. (If it doesn’t fit easily, make sure it is 
facing the right way.) 
7. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws. 
8. Replace the lamp cover, then tighten its screw. 
9. Turn the projector over. 
10. Slide the air filter out and remove it.
11. Slide in the new air filter until it clicks in place.
12. Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section. 
note
The lamp(s) in this 
product contain mercury. 
Please consult your state and 
local regulations regarding 
disposal or recycling. Do not 
put in the trash. 
						

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Resetting the Lamp Timer
After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the 
projector’s menus. 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or on the 
projector’s control panel. You see the main menu.
2. Use the  pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow 
buttons on the projector) to highlight 
Reset, then press Enter. 
You see this screen: 
3. Select 
Reset Lamp Hours and press Enter. 
4. When you see the prompt, select
 Yes and press Enter.
5. When you’re finished, press 
Menu to exit the menu system. 
Checking Lamp Usage 
To check the number of hours the lamp has been used, press the 
Menu button and highlight the Info menu. You see a screen like this:
note
The information displayed 
depends on the input signal 
currently selected. 
						

							70Maintaining the ProjectorThe life span of the lamp is about 2500 hours if the 
Brightness 
Control
 setting in the Settings menu is set to High (default), and 
3000 hours if the 
Brightness Control setting is set to Low. Make 
sure you have a spare lamp handy if the usage hours on this menu 
are close to the life span of your lamp.
Replacing the Batteries 
Replace the batteries in the remote control as described below: 
1. Turn the remote control over. 
2. Press down on the tab on the 
battery cover as you lift the cover 
off.
3. Install two AAA batteries, 
inserting the 
+ and – ends as 
shown.
4. Position the cover as shown, then 
press down until it snaps into 
place.
caution
When replacing batteries, 
take the following 
precautions:
■Replace the 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 immediately.
■Do not expose batteries to 
heat or flame.
■Dispose of used batteries 
according to local 
regulations.
■Remove the batteries if 
you won’t be using the 
projector for a long period of 
time.