Epson Projector Z8150NL User Manual

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Reset Menu
Sub Menu
Function
Reset AllYou can reset all items in the configuration menu to their default settings.
The following items are not reset to their defaults: passwords, Input Signal, Memory, User's Logo, Multi-screen, all items for 
Network menus, Lamp Hours, and Language.
Reset MemoryResets items for Memory in the Settings menu. 
						

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Troubleshooting
This chapter explains how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found. 
						

							Using the Help
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Using the Help
If a problem occurs with the projector, press the [Help] button. You can 
solve problems by answering the questions.
ProcedureA
Press the [Help] button.
The Help screen is displayed.
B
Select a menu item.
Remote Control
Remote Control 
						

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C
Confirm the selection.
Questions and solutions are displayed as shown on the screen be-
low.
Press the [Help] button to exit Help.
q
If the Help screen does not provide a solution to the problem, refer to 
"Problem Solving" p.95. Remote Control 
						

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Problem Solving
If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators". sp.96
If the indicators do not show clearly what the problem might be, refer to "When the Indicators Provide No Help". sp.101 
						

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Reading the Indicators
These indicators indicate the operating status of the projector.
A
Indicates the operating status.   Standby condition
When the [t] button is pressed in this condition, projection starts.
Preparing network monitoring (maximum approx. 20 seconds) or cool down in progress
Buttons are disabled while the indicator is flashing.
 Warming up
Warm-up time is about 30 seconds. After warm-up is complete, the indicator stops flashing.
[t] button does not function during warm-up.
Projecting
B
Indicates the operating status of wireless LAN when the optional wireless LAN unit is connected.
C
Indicates the air filter status.
D
Indicates the internal temperature status. 
						

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Refer to the following table to see what the indicators mean and how to remedy problems that they indicate.
If all indicators are off, check that the power cable is connected correctly and that the power is being supplied normally.
Sometimes, when the power cable is unplugged, the t indicator remains lit for a short period, but this is not a malfunction.
t Indicator is lit or flashing red
: Lit  : Flashing:  : Off E
Indicates the projection lamps status.
Flashes green while Shutter or Blank is activated.Status
Cause
Remedy or Status
Internal Error Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson. sp.114
Fan Error
Sensor Error
Cool System ErrorStop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson. sp.114
High Temp Error
(overheating)The lamps turn off automatically and projection stops. Wait for about five minutes. After about five minutes 
the projector switches to standby mode, so check the following two points.
•Check that the air filter and air exhaust vent are clear, and that the projector is not positioned against a wall.
•If the air filter is clogged, clean or replace it. sp.116, p.122
If the error continues after checking the points above, stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable 
from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson. sp.114
When using at an altitude of 4621 ft (1500 m) or more, set High Altitude Mode to On. sp.67
Set Direction to Pointing Down, Pointing Up, Angled Up, or Angled Down when the projector is installed 
in a direction which is not horizontal. sp.67 
						

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Lamp Error
Lamp FailureCheck the following two points.
•Take out both lamps and check if they are cracked. sp.119
•Clean the air filter. sp.116
If it is not cracked: Re-fit the lamp and turn on the power.
If the error continues: Replace the lamp with a new lamp and turn on the power.
If the error continues: Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and 
contact Epson. sp.114
If it is cracked: Replace it with a new lamp, or contact Epson for further advice. If replacing the lamp yourself, 
be careful to avoid pieces of broken glass (you cannot continue projecting until the lamp is replaced). 
sp.114
When using at an altitude of 4921 ft (1500 m) or more, set High Altitude Mode to On. sp.67
Set Direction to Pointing Down, Pointing Up, Angled Up, or Angled Down when the projector is installed 
in a direction which is not horizontal. sp.67
Filter Airflow Error Check the following two points.
•Check that the air filter and air exhaust vent are clear, and that the projector is not positioned against a wall.
•If the air filter is clogged, clean or replace it.  sp.116, p.122
If the error continues after checking the points above, stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable 
from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson. sp.114
Auto Iris Error
Cinema filter error
Shutter Error
Power Err. (Ballast)Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson. sp.114
Status
Cause
Remedy or Status 
						

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m o n Indicator is flashing or lit
: Lit : Flashing : Off : Varies according to the projector status
Status
Cause
Remedy or Status
High Temp Warning (This is not an abnormality. However, if the temperature rises too high again, projection stops automatically.)
•Check that the air filter and air exhaust vent are clear, and that the projector is not positioned against a wall.
•If the air filter is clogged, clean or replace it. sp.116, p.122
Replace Lamp The lamp indicated by flashing indicator, lamp 1 or 2, is due for replacement. Replace it with a new lamp. 
sp.119
If you continue to use the lamp after the replacement period has passed, the possibility that the lamp may 
explode increases. Replace it with a new lamp as soon as possible.
We recommend replacing both lamps together to maintain consistent hue and brightness of projected 
images.
Lamp Warning
Supply System 
Warning (Ballast)Check the following two points.
•Remove the lamp indicated by the flashing indicator, lamp 1 or 2, and check if it is cracked. sp.119
•Clean the air filter. sp.116
If it is not cracked: Re-fit the lamp and turn on the power.
If the error continues: Replace the lamp with a new lamp and turn on the power.
If the error continues: Stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and 
contact Epson. sp.114
If it is cracked: Replace it with a new lamp, or contact Epson. (Only one lamp is working. Replace the 
burned-out lamp as soon as possible.). sp.114
If replacing the lamp yourself, be careful to avoid pieces of broken glass.
When using at an altitude of 4921 ft (1500 m) or more, set High Altitude Mode to On. sp.67
Set Direction to Pointing Down, Pointing Up, Angled Up, or Angled Down when the projector is installed 
in a direction which is not horizontal. sp.67 
						

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•If the projector is not operating properly, even though the indicators are all showing normal, refer to “When the Indicators Provide No Help”. sp.101
•If the error is not indicated in this table, stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson. sp.114 No Air Filter
Air Flow Sensor Err.Check that the air filter is securely installed. sp.122
The projector automatically turns off about one minute after it detects that there is no air filter.
If the error continues even though an air filter is installed, the air filter sensor may be defective. Stop using 
the projector, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson. sp.114
Low Air Flow (This is not an abnormality. However, projection stops automatically if the airflow falls any further.)
The message "The air filter is clogged. Clean or replace the air filter." is displayed. Check the following two 
points.
•Check that the air filter and air exhaust vent are clear, and that the projector is not positioned against a wall.
•If the air filter is clogged, clean or replace it. sp.116, p.122
If the Low Air Flow status continues after cleaning the air filter, replace the air filter with a new one. sp.122
If the error continues after checking the points above, stop using the projector, disconnect the power cable 
from the electrical outlet, and contact Epson. sp.114
Air Filter Notice "Time to clean the air filter. Clean or replace the air filter." is displayed. Clean the air filter. sp.116
If the air filter is stained yellow with tobacco smoke and cannot be cleaned, replace it with a new one.
The indicators or messages regarding "Air Filter Notice" are displayed only when Air Filter Notice is set to 
On, on the configuration menu's Extended menu. sp.67
Status
Cause
Remedy or Status