Epson 5500C Manuel d'utilisateur

EPSON® PowerLite® 5500C/7500C User’s Guide5500.book Page i Wednesday, August 4, 1999 4:41 PM

Introduction 2For your presentations, you can select front, rear, or ceiling projection. This provides maximum flexibility in choosing the best displa

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 90The ELP Link III main dialog box appears.5500.book Page 90 Wednesday, August 4, 1999 4:41 PM

Launching the Software91Launching the Software on a Macintosh1. Open the ELPLink3 folder.2. Double-click the ELP Link 3 icon. ELP Link III launches an

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 92Using the SoftwareThe ELP Link III software can be used to:●Change the COM port assignment●Customiz

Using the Software93Assigning FunctionsEach of the five Effects buttons is assigned a default function. If you want to assign a different function to

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 94The table below describes these functions and how to use them. Note: Once you have pressed an Effec

Using the Software95Note: To cancel or end a function, double-click with your mouse or press the bottom multi-purpose button twice (if you’re using th

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 96Setting Effects OptionsOnce you have assigned functions to one or more Effects buttons, you can spe

Using the Software97The following table describes the available options for each function. Function OptionsLine Width Specify the line width, from 1

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 98Saving and Recalling Effects Button AssignmentsTo save Effects button assignments, click Execute. T

Using the Software99Controlling Projector FeaturesYou can use the Projector Setting window to control the following features: ●Projector Controls●Test

Getting the Most Out of Your Projector3Getting the Most Out of Your ProjectorYour projector comes with a full set of features that allow you to contro

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 100Using the Quick Change Toolbar To quickly change some basic projector settings, click one of the t

Using the Software1012. Click the tab for the settings you want to adjust.3. Change one or more of the following options.Video Tab (Computer Input) Op

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 102Video Tab (Video Input) Option DescriptionBrightness Adjusts screen brightness. Contrast Adjusts s

Using the Software103Audio Tab Option DescriptionVolume Adjusts sound volume. Treble Adjusts the treble tone.Bass Adjusts the bass tone.SRS SPACE Adju

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 104Setting Tab Option DescriptionBlank Specifies blank screen states:Logo The user’s logo displays b

Using the Software105Changing the Test Pattern 1. Click Test Pattern on the Projector Setting window. The following window appears:2. You can display

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 1063. Click Pattern Display to display the test pattern selected. Then click Close.5500.book Page 10

Using the Software107Specifying an Image Gamma 1. Click Gamma on the Projector Setting window. The Gamma Setting window appears.2. Select the desired

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 108Creating a User LogoYou can create or edit a logo from the Projector Setting window, then save it

Using the Software1092. Click the Edit button. The following window appears.3. Click the Open the File icon to locate and open a bitmap (or TIFF, JPG,

Introduction 4Optional AccessoriesTo enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following optional accessories:●Replacement lamp and filter

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 1106. Click the Save button to save your logo to your hard disk. The Save As dialog box appears. Type

1095MaintenanceYour projector needs little maintenance. You should, however, do the following:●Clean the lens so dirt or smears do not appear on the s

5 • Maintenance 110●When transporting the projector, take appropriate precaution to avoid damaging the delicate internal components.✦Warn

Cleaning the Air Filter111Cleaning the Air Filter Clean the air filter at the bottom of the projector after every 100 hours of use. If it is not clean

5 • Maintenance 1124. The air filter is attached to the inside of the filter cover. It is recommended that you use a small vacuum cleaner

Replacing the Lamp113✦Warning: Let the lamp cool before replacing it. Also, do not touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly; this can cause premat

5 • Maintenance 1144. Use a screwdriver, coin, or similar object to loosen the two screws holding the lamp assembly in position. (You can

Transporting the Projector115Transporting the ProjectorThe projector contains many glass parts and precision parts. If you need to transport it, pleas

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1176TroubleshootingThis chapter describes the problems indicated by the projector’s lights and tells you how to solve problems with the projector. It

About This Manual5About This ManualThis manual describes how to install and use the EPSON PowerLite 5500C and PowerLite 7500C projectors. Except where

6 • Troubleshooting 118●“Problems with the Image or Sound” on page 123 describes what to do if you cannot project an image, if the screen

Problems with the Projector119Note: Each Help menu displays navigation buttons and descriptions at the bottom of the screen. Projector control functio

6 • Troubleshooting 120See the following pages for information on what to do when you see these warning lights or encounter other specifi

Problems with the Projector121If the Source button is pushed to switch video input sources and no source is connected, the projector enters a cool-dow

6 • Troubleshooting 122Problems with the Remote Control◗The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands.The remote control may b

Problems with the Image or Sound123Problems with the Image or Sound◗An image does not appear on the screen.Check that the power light is on and the le

6 • Troubleshooting 124◗Only part of the computer image is displayed.If the computer’s output resolution setting is higher than 800 × 600

Problems with the Image or Sound125the image source is selected correctly. If your projector is attached to a Macintosh, make sure that the DIP switch

6 • Troubleshooting 126◗There is no sound.First check that the volume setting is not turned all the way down and that the audio/video cab

1277Technical Specifications GeneralType of display Poly-silicon Thin-Film Transistor(TFT), active matrixSize of liquid crystal panels Diagonal: 0.

Introduction 6Chapter 7, “Technical Specifications,” lists the technical specifications for the projector.A Glossary and Index are provided at the end

7 • Technical Specifications 128Projection distance 3.3–53.46 feet (1.1–16.3 meters)Projection methods Front, rear, upside-down (ceilingm

129MechanicalHeight 3.6 inches (93 mm)Width 9.3 inches (236.2 mm)Depth 13.6 inches (345.4 mm)Weight 9.4 lb (4.2 kg)ElectricalRated frequency 50/60 HzP

7 • Technical Specifications 130Supported Computers and Monitor DisplaysThe following table lists the display formats supported by the pr

131Computer In and Computer Out connector pin assignmentsThe Computer In and Computer Out connectors are female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connec

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133GlossaryBrightnessThe balance of light and dark shades in an image.Composite videoA type of video signal that encodes picture, luminance, and synch

Glossary 134PAL (Phase Alternation by Line). A 625-line video broadcast format used in Western Europe, India, China, Australia, New Zealan

135VGAVideo Graphics Array. A high-resolution display adapter that provides a variety of video modes.XGAExtended Graphics Array. IBM’s next generation

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137 IndexAAbout menu, 73Accessories, 4, 10Adjustingbass, 66, 102brightness, 63 to 65, 99 to 101color balance, 64, 65, 100color saturation, 65, 100, 10

Safety Instructions7Safety InstructionsFollow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector:1. Do not place the projector on an un

Index 138Buttonscontrol panel, 54 to 55, 61Effects, see Effects buttonsremote control, see Remote ControlCCamcorder, adjusting the projecte

139Distance from projector to screen, 43 to 45Distance, calculating distance from projec-tor to screen, 19Drawing screen graphics, 93 to 97EEffect men

Index 140KKey Macro function, 94, 97LLamplight, 57, 119 to 121replacing, 112 to 114specifications, 128Language menu option, 68Laptop, conne

141Projectorcalculating distance to screen, 19, 45 to 46changing ELP Link III settings, 99 to 103connecting, 20 to 38focusing, 47 to 48hanging from th

Index 142Speakersadjusting the tone, 66, 102adjusting the volume, 53, 55, 66, 99, 102connecting projector to, 37 to 38Specificationselectri

143WWarning lights, 56 to 57, 119 to 121World Wide Web, 8XXGA, 49, 135ZZoom ratio, 128Zoom ring, 47 to 485500.book Page 143 Wednesday, August 4, 199

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Introduction 89. Do not place the projector where the cord can be walked on. It may result in fraying or damage to the plug.10. Unplug the projector f

Where to Get Help9●If it does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions, or if it exhibits a distinct change in performance, ind

Introduction 10Automated Telephone ServicesWhen support is required, follow the calling instructions on the back of the EPSON Private Line Technical S

Where to Get Help11●Product name●Product serial number●Personal identification number (PIN) for EPSON Private Line Technical Support ●Computer configu

iiCopyright NoticeAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any fo

111InstallationThis chapter describes how to unpack and set up your projector, and connect it to other equipment. The projector must be connected to a

1 • Installation 12●Connect the projector to an external speaker to amplify the audio.Unpacking the ProjectorWhen you unpack the projecto

Unpacking the Projector13Audio/video (A/V) cableMacintosh adapter set:Macintosh desktop adapterMacintosh monitor adapterPS/2® mouse cable (for the PC)

1 • Installation 14Depending on the configuration of your equipment, you may not need all these components.Save all packaging in case you

Attaching the Hand Strap15●To connect the projector to an external sound system, you need an RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo audio cable. You can obtain one from

1 • Installation 162. Locate the slider button on the bottom front of the projector and slide the button up until the front strap connect

Installing the Remote Control Batteries174. Place the other end of the strap through the rear strap connector and fasten the screw.Note: There is no s

1 • Installation 182. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector. Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct.3. Repl

Before You Connect the Projector19Before You Connect the ProjectorBefore you begin, decide where you want to place the projector and computer or video

1 • Installation 20Connecting to a ComputerYou can connect the projector to a computer capable of XGA, VGA, or SVGA output. The PowerLite

iiiImportant Information About Your ProjectorImportant Safety InformationWarning: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the

Connecting to a Computer21Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer Before beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.1. Connect the proj

1 • Installation 22c. To also view the video on the computer monitor, connect the monitor cable to the projector’s Computer Out port. Thi

Connecting to a Computer23Note: You need the optional ELP Link III set to connect the projector to a computer with a serial mouse. See Chapter 4 for m

1 • Installation 24Connecting to a PC Laptop ComputerBefore beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.1. Connect the

Connecting to a Computer252. If you want to use the remote control as a mouse pointer for the laptop, connect the mouse cable.Note: If you’ll be using

1 • Installation 263. Connect the audio cable if needed (and if your laptop has an Audio Out jack). a. Connect one end of the audio cable

Connecting to a Computer27Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh Before beginning, turn off the projector and Macintosh if they are on.1. Connect the proje

1 • Installation 28b. Remove the small cover (as shown below) and set the DIP switches on the Macintosh desktop adapter to select the res

Connecting to a Computer29e. If you wish to view or check images on the computer’s monitor, attach the large end of the Macintosh monitor adapter to t

1 • Installation 30a. Disconnect your Macintosh’s mouse cable. Connect the small end of the projector’s Mac mouse cable to the Mouse port

ivIf the remote control still does not work properly, remember you can always control your computer-based presentation directly from the com

Connecting to a Computer31Connecting to a PowerBook Your PowerBook must have a video-out capability in order to connect to the projector. Before beg

1 • Installation 32b. Remove the small cover (as shown below) and set the DIP switches on the Macintosh desktop adapter to select the res

Connecting to a Computer33e. Connect the other end of the PowerBook video-out cable to the projector video cable (with Macintosh desktop adapter attac

1 • Installation 343. Connect the audio cable, if needed. a. Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio In jack on the projector. b.

Connecting to a Computer35Connecting to a Video Source You can connect a VCR, camcorder, DVD player, or any other compatible video image source to y

1 • Installation 36Before beginning, turn off the projector and video source if they are on.1. Locate the appropriate video cable. If you

Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System373. For S-Video, insert one end of an S-Video cable into the projector’s S-Video In connector. Insert t

1 • Installation 38Before beginning, turn off the projector and speaker or PA system if they are on.1. Connect the cable’s 3.5 mm stereo

392Using the ProjectorThis chapter provides the following information about using your projector:●Turning the equipment on and off●Positioning the pro

2 • Using the Projector 40The illustration below identifies the parts of your projector.control panelstatus lightsspeakersadjustable foot

vContentsIntroduction 1Getting the Most Out of Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Remote Control . . .

Turning the Equipment On and Off41Turning the Equipment On and OffIt’s best to turn on the projector and its attached equipment in the following order

2 • Using the Projector 42If computer or video equipment is attached, the computer or video signal is projected. Allow about 30 seconds f

Positioning the Projector43Sleep ModeSleep mode conserves electricity by automatically turning off the lamp after the projector has not been used for

2 • Using the Projector 44When projecting from a table or desk, place the projector so the lens is aligned as closely as possible with th

Positioning the Projector45When projecting from the ceiling, align the lens as closely as possible with the top of your screen:Calculating Image Size

2 • Using the Projector 46To determine the minimum and maximum diagonal size of an image when you know the projection distance:●Inches:Ma

Positioning the Projector47For example, here are the measurements for three installations:* For an image size of 300 inches, the projector may be up t

2 • Using the Projector 48Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image When an image appears on screen, check that it is in focus and corr

Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image49If you need to raise or lower the image on the screen, extend or retract the foot at the bottom front of th

2 • Using the Projector 504. If the projector is not on a level surface, level the projector by turning one of its rear feet to adjust it

viInstalling the Remote Control Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Before You Connect the Projecto

Controlling the Projector51Controlling the ProjectorYou can use the control panel on top of the projector or the remote control to perform the followi

2 • Using the Projector 52Using the Remote Control The remote control uses a line-of-sight infrared signal. To use the remote control, po

Controlling the Projector53Note: The projector may not respond to remote control commands in these conditions: ambient light is too bright; a certain

2 • Using the Projector 54Custom Allows you to zoom the image using the top and bottom multi-purpose buttons.Freeze Keeps the current com

Controlling the Projector55Using the Control PanelYou can use the projector’s control panel to control the projector instead of the remote control. Ho

2 • Using the Projector 56The following table summarizes the functions on the control panel. Button FunctionPower Turns the projector l

Projector Status Lights57Projector Status LightsThe lights on top of the projector tell you its operating status.✦Caution: A red light warns you if a

2 • Using the Projector 58Power Light Light status MeaningSteady orange The projector is in sleep mode. (The projector is plugged in, bu

Projector Status Lights59Projection Lamp LightTemperature LightLight status MeaningOrange and red flashing alternatelyThe lamp needs to be replaced. S

593Using the Projector MenusThe seven projector menus let you control these projector settings:●The Video menu controls the look and quality of the pr

vii3 Using the Projector Menus 59Accessing the Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Chang

3 • Using the Projector Menus 60●The About menu provides information about H/V (Horizontal/Vertical) frequency, computer selection, and l

Changing a Menu Setting61Changing a Menu SettingTo change a menu setting: 1. Press the Menu button on the control panel or remote control to display t

3 • Using the Projector Menus 62The following screen display shows the options for the Video menu when the image source is the computer.3

Video Menu (Image Source = Computer)63Video Menu (Image Source = Computer) The Video menu lets you make adjustments to the projected image. The follow

3 • Using the Projector Menus 64Color Adjusts the color balance of the input source.Select this item by pressing the Enter button (contro

Video Menu (Image Source = Video)65Video Menu (Image Source = Video) The Video menu lets you make adjustments to the projected image. The following op

3 • Using the Projector Menus 66Audio Menu The Audio menu lets you make adjustments related to audio. Mode Specifies the video signal sys

Setting Menu67Setting Menu The Setting menu enables you to adjust basic projector settings.SRS CENTER Adjusts stereo sound. Changing the value balance

3 • Using the Projector Menus 68Rear Projection Mirrors the projected image so it looks correct when you’re projecting from behind onto a

User’s Logo Menu69User’s Logo Menu The User’s Logo menu lets you display a custom logo on the screen. Creating a user logo requires two steps:●Storing

viiiUsing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91Changing the COM P

3 • Using the Projector Menus 706. The message “Do you use this image?” appears on the screen. Select Yes and press the Enter button. If

User’s Logo Menu71Assigning the Logo to the AV/Mute ButtonFollow these steps to assign the logo to the AV/Mute button:1. Press the Menu button to open

3 • Using the Projector Menus 72Effect MenuUse the Effect menu to modify what happens when you use the Effects buttons on the remote cont

About Menu73About MenuThe About menu displays information about your projector.When the image source is Computer:When the image source is Video:Item D

3 • Using the Projector Menus 74Reset All MenuSelecting the Reset All menu option resets the settings in all menus to their factory defau

754Using the ELP Link III SoftwareThe optional ELP Link III set contains the ELP Link III software and cables used to control the projector from your

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 76 PS/2 mouse cable (PC set)* Serial mouse cable (PC set) Serial cable (Mac set) Mouse cable (Mac se

Connecting the ELP Link III Cables77The ELP Link III software can be used with the following operating systems:●Windows 3.x●Windows 95●Windows 98●Wind

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 78Connecting to a PC Desktop ComputerThe main cable included in your ELP Link III set connects the PS

Connecting the ELP Link III Cables793. Connect the 9-pin end of the PS/2 mouse cable included with the ELP Link III set to the MOUSE terminal on the s

1IntroductionYour EPSON® PowerLite® projector is a compact, lightweight projector that lets you project SVGA (PowerLite 5500C) or XGA (PowerLite 7500C

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 80Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer The main cable included in your ELP Link III set connects the PS

Connecting the ELP Link III Cables814. Connect the other end of the PS/2 mouse cable to the mouse port on your laptop.Note: If your laptop uses a seri

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 82Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh The main cable included in your ELP Link III set connects the Mac

Connecting the ELP Link III Cables833. Connect the Mac mouse cable included with the ELP Link III set to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the m

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 84Connecting to a PowerBook The main cable included in your ELP Link III set connects the Mac mouse

Installing the Software853. Connect one end of the Mac mouse cable included with the ELP Link III set to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the m

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 86●Macintosh OS System 7.x and OS System 8.x Installing the Software for WindowsFollow these steps to

Installing the Software876. You see a list of items to install. Make sure ELP Link III V2.0 and ELP Link User’s Guide are checked. If you don’t have A

4 • Using the ELP Link III Software 882. Open the CD-ROM drive folder, if necessary.3. Double-click the Installer icon.4. You see a dialo

Launching the Software89Launching the Software from WindowsIf you have Windows 3.x, double-click the ELPLink3 program group icon in the Program Manage