Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product powerlite 1815p Epson
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PowerLite ® 1815p Multimedia Projector User’ s Guide.
2 Important Safety Information WARNING : Never look into th e projector lens when the la mp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers.
3 Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Registration and Warranty .
4 Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Stopping Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Zooming Part of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Controlling the Volume . . .
5 Using Ad Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Using Access Point Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Using Wireless Security Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Enabling WEP Encryption .
6 Fine-Tuning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Using the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Adjusting the Image . . . . . .
7 Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Using On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Checking Projector Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 What To Do When the Lights Flash .
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9 - Welcome T he PowerLite ® 1815p is an easy-to-use pr ojector that weighs less than 7 pounds. The projector offers up to 3500 lumens of brightness. You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video source s, or you can project from a USB storage device, or over an 802.
10 Welcome Using Your Documentation This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it: ■ Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. ■ Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Welcome 11 ■ presentersonline.com Includes a library of articles covering presentation tips, tricks, and technology. The site provides templates, clip art and sound clips, as well as Presenters Services to use on the road. Even more resources and services are available if you register to join the Presenters Club ® —and it’s free.
12 Welcome 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 th e equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location.
Welcome 13 Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector, Ep son provides the following optional accessories: You can purchase screens or other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To fin d the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766).
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15 1 Displaying and Adjusting the Image W hether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipme nt, you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the screen.
16 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Positioning the Projector If the projector isn’t already installe d in the room you’re using, you’ll probably want to place it on a tabl e 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.
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 17 Ideally, you should place the projector dire ctly in front of the center of the screen, f acing it toward the scre en squarely.
18 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Follow these steps to turn on the projec tor: 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.
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 19 3. Press the P Power button on the remote control or on top of the projector. The projector beeps once and the Power light flash es 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.
20 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Shutting Down the Projector This projector incorporates Instant O ff 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.
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 21 Troubleshooting Display Problems Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image. You Can’t Project an Image If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following: ■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described beginning on page 37.
22 Displaying and Adjusting the Image ■ If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled. From the Control Panel, open the Display utility.
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 23 Adjusting the Image Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments: ■ If the image is too high or too low, reposition it as described below. ■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 24. ■ If the image isn’t square, se e page 24.
24 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Focusing and Zooming the Imag e Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image. Turn the zoom ring on the projecto r to reduce or enlarge the image. If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen.
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 25 You see a projected message: 2. Aim the projector so the messag e appears near the middle of the screen. Then use the zoom ring to enlarge the image so the white frame (not shown above) extends beyond the edges of the screen on all sides.
26 Displaying and Adjusting the Image You see this screen: 5. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to select the corner you want to adjust, and press Enter . 6. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to adjust the shape.
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 27 You can manually adjust the shape of the image to compensate for vertical and horizontal keystone distortion. First make sure the Keystone setting in th e projector’s menu system is set to H-Keystone or V-Keystone : 1.
28 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Press the Color Mode button on the remote control, and then select from one of these options: ■ Presentation: For making color presentations in a bright room. ■ Text: For making black-and-white presentations in a bright room.
29 1 Presenting with the Remote Control T he projector includes a number of tools to enhance your presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control, which lets you operate the projecto r from anywhere in the room—up to 20 feet away.
30 Presenting with the Remote Control Using the Remote Control Make sure batteries are installed as described on page 160. Follow these tips for using the remot e control: ■ Point the remote control at the front of the projector or at the screen. ■ Stand within 20 feet of the projector.
Presenting with the Remote Control 31 After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the image appears. Turning Off the Picture and Sound You can temporarily turn off the image and sound when you want to redirect your audience’s attention.
32 Presenting with the Remote Control Stopping Action You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video or computer image. ■ To stop the action and keep the current image on the screen, press the Freeze button. The sound continues. ■ To restart it, press the Freeze button again.
Presenting with the Remote Control 33 Controlling the Volume To change the volume, press the or button on the remote control. You can also adjust the volume using the projector’s menu system . See page 126. Highlighting Your Presentation You can display a pointer to call out important information on the screen.
34 Presenting with the Remote Control 3. When you’re done using the pointer, press Esc to clear the screen. Customizing the Pointer Tool You can change the appearance of the pointer by choosing from three alternative shapes. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control , highlight the Settings menu, highlight Pointer Sha pe , and press Enter .
Presenting with the Remote Control 35 ■ Use the pointer button to move th e pointer on the screen . ■ Press the Enter button once to left-click , or press it twice to double-click. Press the Esc button to righ t-click. ■ To drag-and-drop, hold down the Enter button.
36 Presenting with the Remote Control 4. When done, press Menu to exit the menu system. Setting the Remote Control ID The remote control’s default ID is zero. This lets you operate any projector. To set it to operate a specific proj ector, follow these steps: 1.
37 1 Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Equipment T his chapter tells you how to connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer, and/or to video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, or video camera.
38 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment Connecting to a Computer You can connect the projector to an y computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, inclu ding desktop models, PC notebook computers, MacBook, PowerBook, and iBook computers, and hand-held devices.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Eq uipment 39 3. You can connect an optional stereo mini-jack audio cable to play sound through the projector (see page 48), or connect a USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse (see page 40).
40 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment 6. Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on your notebook or desktop computer. Messages appear as the projector is recognized and the software installation begins. 7. Follow the instructions on your compute r screen to install the Epson USB Display software.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Eq uipment 41 The wireless mouse function is supported on systems with a USB port running Windows Vista, TM Windows XP, 98SE, Me, or 2000, or Mac OS X 10.2.x to 10.4.x. 1. Connect the square end of a USB cable to the projector’s USB port.
42 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment ■ If your video player has a component video port (three connectors labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), se e “Connecting a Component Video Source” on page 45.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Eq uipment 43 Connecting a Composite Video Source 1. Locate an RCA-style video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from an electronics dealer).
44 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment Connecting an S-Video Source 1. Locate an S-video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from Epson; see page 12). 2. Connect the cable to the S-video co nnector on your player and the S-Video connector on the projector: 3.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Eq uipment 45 Connecting a Component Video Source You will need a special cable to connect your component video equipment to the HD15 (VGA-style) connector on the project or. You can order the HD15 to component cable (ELPKC19) from Epson; see page 13 f or more inform ation.
46 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment Connecting an RGB Video Source 1. Locate the VGA computer cable p rovided with the projector. 2. Connect the cable to the video port on your player and the Computer1 or Computer2 port on the projector.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Eq uipment 47 Connecting an External Monitor If you want to monitor your computer presentation close-up (on a monitor placed beside the projector) as well as on the screen, you can connect an external monitor.
48 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment Playing Sound Through the Projector You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system or attach an external speaker system. To play sound through the projector, follow these steps: 1.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Eq uipment 49 Connecting External Speakers You can output sound to external speakers with built-in amplifiers. When you play sound through exte rnal speakers, the projector’s built-in speaker system is disabled.
50 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment Connecting to a Digital Camera or Other Device You can connect your digital camera, USB flash memory drive, USB hard drive, or multimedia storage vi ewer, such as the Epson P-5000 or Apple iPod.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Eq uipment 51 Inserting a CompactFlash Card You can use a CompactFlash card to store images, movies, and Scenario files. This lets you project your files without connec ting to a laptop or PC. To pl ac e y our fi le s o n t he ca rd , co py th em fr om yo ur com pu te r t o t he card using a card reader.
52 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment Inserting the Wireless 802.11g/b/a Module To use the projector over a wireless network, you need to install the projector’s wireless LAN module (included). Once the module is installed, see page 55 to configure the projector and your network.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Eq uipment 53 Connecting a Network Cable To connect the projector to your local area network (LAN), use a commercially available 100baseTX or 10baseT network cable. To ensure proper data transmission, use a Category 5 shielded cable or better.
54 Connecting to Computers, Ca meras, and Other Equipment.
55 1l Presenting Through a Wireless Network T his chapter tells you how to send pictures to the projector through a wireless network. Using EMP NS Connection, you can project images shown on your computer screen—including text, graphics, and video—directly to your audience.
56 Presenting Through a Wireless Network Starting EasyMP Before connecting to the projector, you have to switch it to EasyMP mode. Follow these steps: 1. Point the remote control at the projector and press the P Power button. 2. Press the EasyMP button on the remote control to sel ect EasyMP as the source.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 57 Configuring Basic Settings You can give your projector a unique name, enable a projector keyword, or create a password for controlling the projector using your computer’s Web browser. 1. Press the Menu button, then choose Network and press Enter .
58 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 5. Press the pointer button to select individual letters; then press Enter to input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate backward and forward through the input text, highl ight the arrows and press Enter .
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 59 connect to the projector in this mode, your connection to other wireless networks or devices is broken; you can connect to the projector only. ■ Access Point mode (infrastructure mode) lets multiple computers access the projector at the same time and easily trade off control over the projector.
60 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 4. Make sure Quick is selected for the Connection mode. If not, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight Quick , then press Enter to select it. 5. If your network is using 802.11a, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight 802.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 61 Configuring the Network Settings for Windows Before connecting to the projector, yo u need to make s ure the settings for your notebook’s or PC’s network card match the settings you entered for the projec tor.
62 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon and select Properties . You see a screen similar to this: 3.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 63 5. Check your wireless card or adap ter device settings. (Dependi ng on the type of card or adapter yo u’re using, some of the settings may be different than those listed here.) ■ Set the Network Type to 802.
64 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 3. Make sure Location is set to Automati c . 4. Select N etwork Port Config urations in the Show pull-down menu. 5. Under Port Configurations, select AirPort . 6. Click Apply Now . Then close the window. 7. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the Mac desktop.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 65 Using Access Point Mode To use Access Point (infrastructure) mode, first adjust your projector and wireless access point or AirPort base station settings as described in this section. Configuring the Projector 1.
66 Presenting Through a Wireless Network network may be different from that of your AirPort base station; select your base station in the AirPort Admin utility and click Configure to check the name of your network.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 67 Now you’re ready to set up your co mputer for wireless projecting. Go to “Configuring the Netw ork Settings for Window s” below, or go to “Setting Up Your Mac for Access Point Mode” on page 73.
68 Presenting Through a Wireless Network You see a screen similar to this: 3. Click the Configure button. 4. Click the Advanced tab. You see a screen like this: Click here.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 69 5. Check your wireless card’s or adapter’s device settings. (Depending on the type of card or adapter you’re using, some of the settings may be different than those listed here.) ■ Set the Network Type to Infrastructure .
70 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 9. Select Internet Protocol and click the Properties button. You see this screen: 10. If your access point uses DHCP, select Obtain an IP ad dress automatically .
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 71 settings; then follow any instructio ns on the screen to enable the device.) You see a screen like this: 13. Verify that you’ve enabled yo ur computer’s connection to the access point. It should be listed with the small icon next to it, indicating a connection.
72 Presenting Through a Wireless Network Checking the Gateway IP Address on Windows If you’re entering IP addresses manually and need to find out the gateway IP address (the IP address of your access poin t), make sure the wireless connection to the acces s point is currently active, as described in the previous section.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 73 3. Click the Support tab. The gateway’s IP address is listed as shown: Setting Up Your Mac for Access Point Mode Your AirPort software is automatically configured to allow your Mac to detect Access Point networks.
74 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 3. Make sure Location is set to Automati c . 4. Select N etwork Port Config urations in the Show pull-down menu. 5. Under Port Configurations, select AirPort . 6. Click Apply Now . Then close the window. 7. Start the AirPor t Admin utility.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 75 10. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the Macintosh desktop. You see the AirPort status menu: 11.
76 Presenting Through a Wireless Network You see the following screen: 4. Press Enter to show the menu, then highlight WEP and press Enter . 5. For the WEP encryption setting, h ighlight 128Bit or 64Bit and press Enter . 6. For Format, highlight HEX to enable hexadecimal input or ASCII to enable text input, then press Enter .
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 77 option and press Enter . When you’re done, hig hlight Finish and press Enter . 8. Check with your network administrator for directions on entering a key for .
78 Presenting Through a Wireless Network You see the following screen: 4. Press Enter to show the menu, then choose WPA-PSK(TKIP) or WPA-PSK(AES) and press Enter . Highlight the PSK (pre-shared key) text box and press Enter . Press the pointer button to select individual letters ; then press Enter to input a character.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 79 Enabling EAP, LEAP, or PEAP Authentication 1. Press Menu . Highlight Network and then press Enter . 2. Choose Network Configuration and press Enter . 3. Highlight Security , then press Enter . You see the following screen: 4.
80 Presenting Through a Wireless Network Highlight the User name text box and press Enter . Press the pointer button to select individual letters; then press Enter to input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate backward and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and press Enter .
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 81 You see the following screen: 4. Press Enter to show the menu, then choose EAP-TLS and press Enter . The certificate information appears on the screen. 5. When you’re d one making these settings , select Return , select Setup complete , and then select Yes to confirm that you want to save the changes.
82 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 3. The first time you start NS Connection, you see this dialog box. Choose a connection mode and click OK . 4. If you see a message asking you to disable the firewall, click Yes to make an exception for the projector and allow projection.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 83 If the connection is working properly, you see your projector listed. If you have additional Epson projectors on the network, they are also listed, along with their status. The status is indicated next to each projector’s name.
84 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 8. If necessary, you can drag the control bar out of the way on your screen. 9. When you’re done with your presentation, click Disconnect on the control bar. Solving Connection Problems If you don’t see your projector, check the following: 1.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 85 7. If you still don’t see your projector, follow the inst ructions in “Connecting in Advanced Connection Mode” on page 86 to connect to the projector.
86 Presenting Through a Wireless Network Connecting in Advanced Connection Mode 1. Click Manual search on the NS Connection screen. 2. Enter the IP address or the projector name for the projector you want to connect to, and click OK . The Projector is added to th e EMP NS Connection screen.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 87 4. If you are prompted for a keyword, enter t he four-digit number displayed on the EasyMP Network screen and click OK . The computer’s image is transmit ted to the projector and appears on the screen. See page 83 for details about using the floating control bar on your computer desktop.
88 Presenting Through a Wireless Network Enabling Data Encryption 1. Click Set options on the main screen. 2. Click the General Settings tab. 3. Select the Enc rypt communications checkbox.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 89 Enabling Network Security Options You need to enable network secu rity including WEP, WPA, EAP, LEAP, or PEAP, or firewall settin gs on your network and on the projector (see page 75). For netw ork setting details, follow the directions from your network administrator.
90 Presenting Through a Wireless Network Multi-screen Projection When using Multi-screen display, you can set each projector to display a section of the screen or image, to create a single image spanning a large area. Make sure the projectors are at least 3.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 91 2. Click Display properties . 3. Drag the monitor icons to arrange the positions of the displays. 4. Close the Display Preferences (Windows) or System Preferences (Macintosh), when you are done arranging the display numbers.
92 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 5. To allocate projectors to each display, choose a number from the menu under Display . 6. Click the Connect button when you are ready to project the image. 7. You can use the Screen Preview button on the NS Connection toolbar to check the image on each scre en.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 93 3. Click the Select f ile button. Locate the MPEG2 video you want to project and click Open . 4. Use the standard playback buttons on the screen to start, pause, rewind, and control other video functions. 5. When you’re finished projecting video, click the Close button on the screen.
94 Presenting Through a Wireless Network Using Presentation Mode In Presentation Mode, the project or shows a black screen (or an image of your choice) while you search for files or perform other activities on your laptop. When you star t a Po werPoint (Windows) or Keynote (Mac) slideshow, th e proj ector shows your slides.
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 95 3. Click Use multi -display , then click Display properties . 4. On the Display Properties scre en in Windows, make sure your Epson Projector Virtual Display Driver is selected, then check Extend my Windows desktop ont o this monitor and click OK .
96 Presenting Through a Wireless Network 5. Set your projector to Display 2 (or the Virtual Display Driver you selected in step 4) in NS Connection, then click Connect . 6. Open your presentation in PowerPoint or Keynote. 7. In Keynote, select Preferen ces .
Presenting Through a Wireless Network 97 In PowerPoint, open the Slide Show pull-down me nu and select Set Up Show . 8. In Keynote, set the Presentation Mode to Present o n secondary display .
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99 1 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card T he projector’s EasyMP PC Free fe ature lets you give presentations from a USB flash drive, digital camera, USB multicard reader, or CompactFlash card.
100 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card Presenting Files From a USB Drive or CompactFlash Card This section explains how to project individual image or movie files from a USB hard drive, flash memo ry drive, or CompactFlash card using EasyMP.
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 101 5. Select Open Folder . You see your image files when the folder opens. 6. Position the cursor on the movie o r i m a g e f i l e yo u w a n t t o p r oj e c t and press Enter . 7. Select Vie w Image or Play Movie .
102 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 7. Position the cursor on the folder and press Enter . 8. Select Open Folder . You see your image files when the folde r opens. 9. Position the cursor on the image file you want to project and press Enter .
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 103 You see your files displayed on the screen: 4. Use the pointer button on the remote cont rol to highlight the folder containing your images and press Enter . 5. From the pop-up menu, use the pointer to select Play Slid eshow and press Enter .
104 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card Changing Timing and Other Settings For each folder on the USB dr ive or memory card, you can se t the display timing for your slides and change several other display settings. 1. Select the folder containing the images for the slideshow settings you want to change and press Enter .
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 105 ■ Display order Lets you choose between displaying alphabetically by file name or by image file date. ■ Continuous Play Determines whether to repeat the dis play of images in the folder.
106 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card Converting a PowerPoint File to a Scenario Follow these steps to convert a PowerP oint file to a scenario. Once the scenario is created, you can s et up transitions as described on page 111.
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 107 Creating a Scenario from Scratch Use this method when you want to create a scenario from a selection of PowerPoint slides, graphics, or movie files. You’ll need to set up your scenario file and folder, build the scenario, set up transitions, and check the scenario.
108 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card ■ Click Configure BGM(W) to play an audio file during the scenario. A selection screen appears letting you choose a .WAV file. After you select the file you want, cl ick the arrow button to the right of the option to play it.
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 109 Follow these steps: 1. Use the navigation tools on the left side of the EMP SlideMaker 2 screen to locate the files you want to include in your scenario. PowerPoint, JPEG, bitmap, and movi e files appear as icons in the file window.
110 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 3. Drag and drop the files you want to include in your scenario from either the file window or thumbnail window into the scenario window. (You can also double-click a thumbnail to add the file to the scenario.
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 111 6. When you’re do ne, click the Save button or choose Save from the File menu. Then see page 114 to transfer th e scenario to your USB drive or CompactFlash card.
112 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 3. Click Cell Propertie s . You see this dialog box: 4. Choose how you want to advance to the next cell. ■ If you want to change slides manually using the remote control, select On mouse click.
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 113 Checking Your Scenario You can play your scenario before you transfer it to a USB drive to make sure it looks and sounds the way you want it to. 1. Use the navigation tools in the folders window to locate the scenario file you want to review.
114 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card Transferring Your Scenario to a USB Drive or CompactFlash Card Once your scenario is saved, you can transfer it to a USB drive or CompactFlash memory card. Be sure to use the transfer process described below to ensure that the scenario plays properly: 1.
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 115 The autorun setting means that the scenario will start playing whenever the projector is turned on (with the drive connected to the projector). 7. Do one of the following: ■ If you don’t want the scenario to run automatically, click Cancel .
116 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card Presenting Scenarios Before you begin, connect the USB drive (see page 50) or insert the CompactFlash card containing the scenario to your projector (see page 51). The follow these steps to present your scenario: 1.
Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card 117 Controlling Your Scenario While your scenario is running, use the remote control as follows: ■ Press Enter or Page down to display the next animation, slide, or image, or to begin playing a movie.
118 Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card Supported File Formats The following file types may be projected from a digital camera, external hard drive, flash memory drive, or CompactFlash card: Files with the extension JPEG and MPEG can’t be projected.
119 1 Fine-Tuning the Projector Y ou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features. This chapter covers the following information: ■ Using the menu system .
120 Fine-Tuning the Projector Using the Menu System You can use the remote control or the projector’s control panel to access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps: 1. To display the menu screen, press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector.
Fine-Tuning the Projector 121 4. After highlighting the option you want to adjust, use the pointer button to change the setting. In some cases, you may have to press the Enter button to view a sub-scre en for changin g the setting. ■ Press the left or right side of the pointer button to adjust a slider bar.
122 Fine-Tuning the Projector Adjusting the Image You can use the Image menu to adjust the brightness, sharpness, color, tint, and contrast. 1. Press the Menu button on the projecto r or remote control and select the Image menu. You see the Image menu screen.
Fine-Tuning the Projector 123 sRGB: For matching the color palette of standard sRGB computer displays. Blackboard : For projecting accurate colors on a green chalkboard (adjusts the white point). Customized: For manual color adjustment (see below). ■ Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image.
124 Fine-Tuning the Projector 2. Press the Enter button to select Customized , th en press Esc to return to the Image menu. 3. Select Color Adjustme nt and press Enter . You see hue and saturation controls on the screen for six colors: RGBCMY (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow).
Fine-Tuning the Projector 125 2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: ■ Auto Setup Leave this setting On to automatically optimize computer images. Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have made to the Tracking, Sy nc, and Position settings.
126 Fine-Tuning the Projector Customizing Projector Features You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector, adjust audio volume, and cust omize several other features. ■ Keystone Adjusts the shape of the image if the projector has been tilted upward or placed at an angle to the screen.
Fine-Tuning the Projector 127 ■ Remote Receiver Deactivates the projector’s front an d/or back sensors that detect signals from the remote control. Use this setting t o prevent use of the remote control or to stop inte rference from brig ht fluorescent lights.
128 Fine-Tuning the Projector You see this screen: 2. Use the pointer button to sel ect Password and press Enter . 3. When you see a message asking if you want to change the password, select Yes and press Enter . 4. Hold down the Num button on the remo te control and use the numeric keypad to enter a four digit password.
Fine-Tuning the Projector 129 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.
130 Fine-Tuning the Projector Capturing the Image Start by displaying the image you want to use from either a computer or video source, such as a DVD player o r digital camera. Then follow these steps to capture the image and transfer it to the projector: 1.
Fine-Tuning the Projector 131 Choosing When to Display the Image After your image is saved, you can set it to display as the startup screen, the screen you see when there’ s no signal, or the screen you see when you press the A/V Mute button (see page 31).
132 Fine-Tuning the Projector Customizing Power and Operation You can use the Extended menu to customize the way the projector displays images, enable quick st artup, turn sleep mode on or off, and customize other projector operations.
Fine-Tuning the Projector 133 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 Select Network On to enable the projector to be monitored over a network when it is in standby mode (the power light is orange).
134 Fine-Tuning the Projector Multi-screen Color Adjustment You can match the color of projected images wh en two or more projectors are being used to display images near each other, or when you use the multi-screen feature to project from one source (one image) as described on page 90.
135 1 Managing Projectors T he software included with your projector lets you monitor and control your projectors from a remote computer: ■ Use EMP Monitor (available for Windows only) to see your projectors’ status, switch image sources, and control basic settings.
136 Managing Projectors Connecting to a Wired Network Follow these steps to connect th e project or to your network and configure it with an IP address. 1. Connect the projector to your network using a commercially available 100BaseTX or 10BaseT network cable.
Managing Projectors 137 ■ If your network does not assign ad dresses automatically, turn off DHCP and enter the projector’s IP Address , Subnet Mask , Gatewa y Address , and DNS Servers , as needed. To enter numbers, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight the number you want to in put, then press the Enter button.
138 Managing Projectors 4. Highli ght On to receive em ail notifications, then press Enter . 5. Enter the IP address for the SMTP server for the projector. You can enter a number from 0 to 255 in each field of the address. However, the following IP addresses cannot be used:127.
Managing Projectors 139 Using EMP Monitor EMP Monitor lets you use a remo te computer to manage your projectors, whether connected wireless ly or over a wired network. It lets you easily turn the projectors on or off (together or individually), switch image sources, and check their status.
140 Managing Projectors Registering a Projector Before you can monitor a projector, you have to register it. Follow these steps to automatically search for your projector(s). 1. Open EMP Monitor as described above. You se e this screen: 2. Select Edit > New > Projector (automatic search) .
Managing Projectors 141 3. Click Search to locate project ors currently operating on the network. Any projectors found on the netw ork are listed as shown below: 4. Select the projector you want to add by clicking its name, then click the Edit button.
142 Managing Projectors 5. Enter a Display name, select a Pa rent group, if necessary, enter a Monitor Password, if necessary, and a Description for the projector. Then click the Register button. To register additional projectors with EMP Monitor, repeat steps 2 through 5.
Managing Projectors 143 The following tables describe the status icons shown on the EMP Monitor screen. Group status icons No warnings or problems. All projectors i n the group are operating normally. Warning or problem. A projector in the group has a warning or problem.
144 Managing Projectors Power status icons The projector is powered on and its status is normal. The projector is powered off and its status is normal. The projector is powered on and its status is abnormal. The projector is powered off and its status is abnormal.
Managing Projectors 145 See page 163 for recommended solutions to problems. Air flow sensor error. There is a problem with the projector’s air flow sensor; contact Epson as described on page 178. Lamp cover door open. Close the lamp cover door. Lamp out.
146 Managing Projectors Controlling Your Projectors The control buttons in the upper-right let you turn the projector on and off and select video sources.
Managing Projectors 147 Configuring the Monitoring Interval If you need to have the most current status information about your projectors, click th e Refresh button in EMP Monitor. To select how often EMP Monitor checks the status of projectors, follow the steps below: 1.
148 Managing Projectors You see this screen: 3. Turn the Mail notification function sett ing On . 4. Enter the IP address and port number of your network’s SMTP (outgoing) mail server. 5. Enter the Sender (projector) mail address. 6. Enter up to three e-mail addresses to send alerts to in the Recipient mail address boxes.
Managing Projectors 149 When the problem has been fixed, EMP Monitor sends a message indicating the prob lem has been reso lved. Using a Browser to Monitor the Projector If your projector is connected to a network, you can use a standard web browser to monitor and control it.
150 Managing Projectors ■ If you set a Web control password in the projector’s Network menu, enter it in the Password bo x, then click OK . You see this screen: 4. Select one of the menu options li sted on the left, then change any of the settings as needed.
Managing Projectors 151 Transferring Files by FTP If your projector is connected to a network as described on page 136, you can send files over the network to a CompactFlash card inserted in the projector (see page 51). Then you can use the projector’s PC Free feature to prese nt images and movies (see page 100).
152 Managing Projectors.
153 1 Maintaining the Projector Y our 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 ventil ation needed to cool the projector. The only parts you should replace ar e the lamp and air filter.
154 Maintaining the Projector Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whene ver you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. To remove dirt or smea rs on the lens, use lens-c leaning tissue. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens.
Maintaining the Projector 155 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, th ey can bec ome clogged with d ust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector.
156 Maintaining the Projector 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 159 to check the lamp usage.
Maintaining the Projector 157 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.
158 Maintaining the Projector 5. Hold the l amp 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, tigh ten its screws. 8. Replace the lamp cover, then tighten its screw.
Maintaining the Projector 159 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.
160 Maintaining the Projector The life span of the lamp is about 2 500 hours if the Brightness Control setting in the Settings menu is set to High (default), and 3000 hours if the Brightn ess 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.
Maintaining the Projector 161 Transporting the Projector The projector contains many glass and precision parts. Follow these guidelines to prevent damage: ■ When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible.
162 Maintaining the Projector.
163 1 Solving Problems T his chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself.
164 Solving Problems Using On-Screen Help If the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can get help by pressing the ? Help button on top of the projector or on the remote control. 1. Press the ? Help button on the remote control or on the projector.
Solving Problems 165 Checking Projector Status If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for it to cool (the Power light stops flashing orange), and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If thi s doesn’t solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector.
166 Solving Problems Flashing orange Rapid cooli ng is in progress. Although this is not an abnormal condition, projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises higher. Make sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation, and that the air filters and vents are clear.
Solving Problems 167 Solving Projector Operation Problems The power doesn’t turn on. ■ If the projector doesn’t turn on when you press the P Power button, make sure the power cable is connected to the projector and plugged into a working electrical outlet.
168 Solving Problems ■ If you are projecting from a DV D player or other video source, make sure you turn it on and press its Play button. You’ve connected a computer and see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed. ■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on page 38.
Solving Problems 169 The message Not Supported is displayed. ■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu (see page 124). ■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA (1600 × 1200) and the frequency or re fres h rate is supported by the projector (see page 189).
170 Solving Problems The image contains static or noise. ■ If you’re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet, or an extension cable, the image quality may be reduced. ■ Keep your computer and video cables away from the power cord as much as possible to prevent interference.
Solving Problems 171 You see vertical bands or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section. ■ If you’re projecting from a comput er and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail, you may notice vertical bands or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred.
172 Solving Problems ■ Try adjusting the Brightness and Contrast settings on the Image menu. ■ Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance. ■ The projector’s lamp may need to be replaced . See page 156 fo r instructions. ■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu (see page 125).
Solving Problems 173 Solving Network Problems You don’t see your projector in the EMP Monitor window. ■ Make sure that you’ve connected the projector to the network and configured it correctly; see page 58. Also, make sure you’ve registered the projector with EMP Monitor; see page 139.
174 Solving Problems ■ If you’ve changed any settings for your projector or network, or restarted your computer, allow a minute or two for the connection to appear. If you’re us ing AirPort, try turning AirPort off and then on again. ■ Make sure that you’re trying to connect to the right network.
Solving Problems 175 ■ If you’re using Access Point mode and you’re connecting to the wrong network, you may be experiencing signal interference from another network.
176 Solving Problems You can’t edit scenario files in EMP SlideMaker after they have been transferred to the USB drive. You can only edit scenarios before they are transferred. Open the scenario files saved on your hard drive, make any changes, then transfer the scenario to your USB drive.
Solving Problems 177 When using EasyMP, you see an ERR code at the bottom of the screen. Check for the code below. Solving Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. ■ The remote control’s batteries may not be installed correctly or may be low on power.
178 Solving Problems ■ Make sure the Remote Receiver setting isn’t disablin g both of the projector’s sensors (see page 127). ■ If any buttons are held for longer than 30 seconds, the remote enters sleep mode. Release any button that is held to wake the remote.
Solving Problems 179 Before you call for support, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (PowerLite 1815p) ■ Product serial number (located on the projector) ■ Proof of purc.
180 Solving Problems.
181 A Software Installation T he EasyMP software CD-ROM includes the software you need to use the projector’s EasyMP fe atures—for presenting over a wireless network, transferring PowerPoint presentations to a memory card, and monitoring the projector from a remote location.
182 Software Installatio n Mac System Requirements Before you install the software, make sure your Mac meets the following requirements: ■ Mac OS X 10.
Software Installation 183 3. Click Install , then follow the on-screen ins tructions to install your projector software. 4. When you see th e Virtual Displa y screen, you can select one or more virtual displays to use fo r multi-screen pr ojection (see page 90).
184 Software Installatio n.
185 A Projector Installation T his appendix provides guidelines on installing the projector in a permanent location, such as a theater or conference room.
186 Projector Installation The projector includes security features to prevent it s theft when installed or used in public locations: ■ Security cable attachment You can attach a commercially available security cable as shown below to secure the projector to a table or ceiling mount.
187 A Technical Specifications General Type of display Epson poly-silicon TFT active matrix Resolution (native format) 1024 × 768 pixe ls (XGA) Color reproduction 16.8 million colors Brightness 3500 lumens (High Brightness mode) 2700 lumens (Low Brightness mode) Contrast ratio 500:1 Image size 30 to 300 inches Projection distance 2.
188 Technical Specifications Projection Lamp Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) Power consumption 210 W Lamp life Approx. 2500 hours (High Brightness mode) Approx. 3000 hours (Low Brightness mode) Part number V13H010L40 Remote Control Range 20 feet (6 meters) Batteries (2) Alkaline AAA Dimensions Height 3.
Technical Specifications 189 Environmental Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C) Humidity (non-condensing) Operating: 20 to 80% RH Storage: 10 to 9.
190 Technical Specifications Compatible video formats Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution VGA EGA 70 640 × 350 VGA—60 VESA—72 VESA—75 VESA—85 VGA—120 60 72 75 85 120 640 × 480 640 × 480 640.
Technical Specifications 191 NTSC NTSC 4:43 PAL N-PAL M-PAL PAL—60 SECAM 60 60 50 50 60 60 50 — — — — — — — HDTV (720p) HDTV (720p) HDTV (1080i) HDTV (1080i) 60 50 60 50 — — — .
192 Technical Specifications.
193 A Notices T his appendix includes safety instru ctions and other important info rmation about your projector. Important Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Do not look into the lens when the projector is on.
194 Notices ■ Do not operate the projector in a closed-in cabinet un less proper ventilation is provided. ■ If you are using two or more projectors side-by-side, leave at least 2 feet (60 cm) of space between the projecto rs to allow for proper ventilation.
Notices 195 ■ If the projector is mounted overhead and the lamp breaks, be careful to prevent pieces of glass from falling into your eyes when you open the lamp cover. WARNING : The cords included with this product contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
196 Notices For Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment R egulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B re s pecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.
197 Index A A/V Mute button, 31 display settings, 131 Access Point mode, 65 to 75 Access point, chec king IP address of, 72 to 73 Accessories, 13 Ad Hoc mode, 59 to 64 Air filter cleaning, 155 orderin.
198 Index Connecting projector to audio equipment, 48 to 49 to computer, 38 to 41 to digital camera, 50 to external monitor, 47 to speakers, 49 to video equipment, 41 to 46 Continuous play setting, 10.
Index 199 H HDTV images, video formats, 191 Height of image, adjusting, 23 Help, 178 to 179 Help system, using, 164 Help, Epson, 10 High altitude, 132, 166 I Image adjusting, 23 to 28, 122 to 123 blur.
200 Index Movie files projecting from external drive, 100 to 101 using in scenarios, 108 to 111 Movie Sending Mode, 92 to 93 MPEG, 92, 118 mpg, 118 mrk, 118 Multiple projectors, controlling, 35 to 36 .
Index 201 Projection lamp, see Lamp Projector cleaning, 154 disabling buttons, 131 distance from sc reen, 16, 187 installi ng, 185 to 18 6 lamp specifications, 188 locking, 83 monitoring remotely, 135.
202 Index Scenarios adding movie files, 108 to 111 adding sound, 108 background color, 108 cells, 110 converting PowerPoint files, 105 t o 106 creating, 105 to 112 default location, 10 8 exiting, 103,.
Index 203 Troubleshooting blank screen, 21 to 2 2, 167 to 168 cut-off image, 169 distorted image, 24 to 27 EasyMP problems, 175 to 177 image and sound problems, 167 to 172 network problems, 173 to 175.
204 Index.
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