Epson Projector Powerlite 1815p User Manual

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Registration and Warranty 
Your projector comes with a basic carry-in 2-year and 90-day lamp 
warranty as well as an international warranty that let you project with 
confidence anywhere in the world. For details, see the warranty 
brochures included with your projector. 
In addition, for customers who register their projector, Epson offers 
free Extra Care
SM Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment 
failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead, 
Epson will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States 
or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See the brochure included 
with your projector for details.
To register, simply fill out the registration card and mail it to Epson. 
Or you can register online at epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets 
you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service.  
						

							12Welcome
Unpacking the Projector
After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all these parts: 
Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use 
the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the 
projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by 
hand, use the carrying case. See page 13 for ordering information, and 
page 161 for transportation instructions. 
Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need 
additional components:
■To receive an S-video signal, you’ll need an S-video cable. 
■To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video 
device, you’ll need an HD15 to component video cable.
You can purchase these items from Epson. See “Optional Accessories” 
on page 13.
Projector 
Remote control and 
2 AAA batteriesPDF manual and 
registration CD-ROM
Power cable
VGA computer cableUSB cable
Carrying case
EasyMP™ software 
CD-ROM
Wireless module and 
security screw 
						

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Optional Accessories 
To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following 
optional accessories:  
You can purchase screens or other accessories from an Epson 
authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON 
(800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com
 
(U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca
 (Canadian sales).
Product Part number
Replacement lamp  V13H010L40
Air filter replacement set (2 filters) V13H134A08
Universal ceiling mount 
False ceiling plate
Security bracket/cabling for gyro lock mounts
Adjustable ceiling channel
Suspension adapter ELPMBUNI
ELPMBFCP
ELPMBSEC
ELPMBACC
ELPMBAPL
Kensington
® security lock  ELPSL01
50-inch portable screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
60-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
80-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
83.6-inch hanging pull-down screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
DUET Portable Projector Screen (4:3/16:9 combination)ELPSC06
ELPSC07
ELPSC08
ELPSC09
ELPSC80
HD-15 to component video cable
S-video cable ELPKC19
ELPSV01
Distribution amplifier ELPDA01
Image presentation camera (ELPDC05) V12H162020 
						

							14Welcome 
						

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Displaying and Adjusting 
the Image
Whether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment, 
you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the 
screen. 
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for: 
■Positioning the projector
■Turning on and off the projector 
■Displaying an image
■Troubleshooting display problems
■Adjusting the image 
						

							16Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Positioning the Projector 
If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll 
probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen, as shown. 
This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and 
remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to 
leave as much space as possible between the projector and the screen to 
get a good-size image. 
Use the figure below to help you determine placement. Image size 
increases with distance, but can vary depending on how you position 
the zoom ring and whether you’ve adjusted the image with other 
settings. 
Also keep these considerations in mind: 
■Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.
■Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and 
under the projector. Do not set the projector on top of anything 
that could block the vents under the projector. 
■Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical 
outlet or extension cord. 
note
You can mount the projector 
on the ceiling, or place it 
behind a translucent screen 
for rear projection. See 
page 185 for details.
2.7 to 4.6 ft 5.7 to 9.4 ft 29.7 to 48.2 ft Distance from screen
 TBD 
						

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Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of 
the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens 
should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen. 
If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by 
extending the front adjustable foot. This causes the image to become 
“keystone” shaped, but you can correct the distortion (see page 24). 
For instructions on installing the projector in a permanent location, 
such as a theater or conference room, see page 185.
Turning On and Off the Projector
Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting 
the projector so it can automatically detect and display the image 
source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple pieces of 
connected equipment, you may have to select the image source 
manually (see page 20). 
note
After positioning the 
projector, you may want to 
connect a Kensington 
MicroSaver
® anti-theft 
device to the lock port on the 
projector. You can purchase 
this from Epson; see 
page 13. 
Screen
Projector 
						

							18Displaying and Adjusting the ImageFollow these steps to turn on the projector: 
1. Open the A/V mute slide (lens cover). 
2. Plug one end of the power cable into the projector, and the other 
end into an electrical outlet.
The 
Power light turns orange. 
note
You can set the projector to 
automatically turn off the 
projector lamp and enter 
“sleep mode” when it has 
not received any signals for 
30 minutes. This conserves 
electricity, cools the 
projector, and extends the 
life of the lamp. If you want 
to start projecting again, 
press the 
P Power button. 
If you are done using the 
projector, unplug the power 
cord. To enable sleep mode, 
see page 132. 
Power light 
						

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3. Press the PPower button on the remote control or on top of the 
projector. 
The projector beeps once and the 
Power light flashes green as the 
projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the 
Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is 
ready for use. 
4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 129.
Using the Direct Power On Function
The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector 
starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it on with a wall 
switch. You don’t have to press the P
Power button. 
Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On: 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or projector and 
select the 
Extended menu. 
2. Choose 
Operation and press Enter. 
3. Choose 
Direct Power On and press Enter.
4. Highlight 
On and press Enter. 
5. Press 
Menu to exit. The setting will take effect the next time you 
plug in the projector.
warning
Never look into the lens 
when the lamp is on. This 
can damage your eyes, and is 
especially dangerous for 
children.
note
If a power outage occurs 
when Direct Power On is 
enabled and the projector is 
plugged in, the projector will 
start when the power is 
restored. 
						

							20Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Shutting Down the Projector
This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you 
can press its P
Power button as described below, unplug it, or turn 
off a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t 
have to wait for the projector to cool off first. 
1. To turn off the projector, press the P
Power button on the 
remote control or projector. 
You see a confirmation message. 
(If you don’t want to turn it off, 
press any other button.)
2. Press the P
Power button again. The 
projection lamp turns off and you can unplug the power cord. 
If you want to turn the projector on again, make sure the orange 
Power light is not flashing, then press the PPower button.
Displaying an Image
You may need to select the image source if you have multiple video 
sources connected to the projector (such as a computer or DVD 
player). Selecting the image source lets you switch between images 
input from different pieces of connected equipment. 
If you don’t see the image you want, press the 
Search button on the 
remote control or the 
Source Search button on the projector until 
you see the image you want to project. 
You can also use the 
Source buttons on the remote control to switch 
between devices connected to the ports identified on each button, or 
select EasyMP to project wirelessly or from a USB drive. 
note
Lamp life results will vary 
depending on mode selected, 
environmental conditions, 
and usage.
Turn off this product when 
not in use to prolong the life 
of the projector.