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Important Information All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, Please read the following important information about your mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written projector. permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither Important Safety
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® DATA/VIDEO PROJECTOR Owner’s Manual
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Contents Contents iii Introduction vii Getting the Most Out of Your Projector ................................ix Optional Accessories...................................................................ix About This Manual.................................................................x Safety Instructions ....................................................
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2 Using the Projector 27 Turning the Equipment On and Off .....................................29 Turning the Projector On and Off ............................................ 29 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image ..........................31 Resize Button........................................................................... 33 Controlling the Projector......................................................34 Using the Remote Control .................................
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5 Troubleshooting 63 Problems with the Projector..................................................64 Problems with the Image or Sound.......................................66 Technical Specifications 69 Supported Monitor Displays .................................................71 Computer In connector pin assignments ...............................73 Glossary 75 Index 77 World-Wide Warranty Terms 79 v
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vi Contents
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Introduction Your compact, lightweight EPSON EMP-713/703/503 projector lets you project full-color images and video onto a large screen for presentations. You can connect it simultaneously to two image sources: one PC or Apple® Macintosh® computer image source, plus one video source such as a video tape deck, camcorder, or digital camera. You can also connect
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Your projector features the newest resizing technology DAR (Digital Active Resizing) which supports VGA~UXGA computer output (The EMP-503 does not support UXGA). No matter what type of computer output is used, the result is a full-size video image of outstanding clarity. The video source can be NTSC, NTSC4.43, NTSC50, PAL M-PAL, N-PAL, PAL60 or SECAM in composite video or S- Video format. See Chapter 6 for details on supported computers and video formats. viii Introductio
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Getting the Most Out of Your Projector Your projector comes with a full set of features that enable you to control the settings for the image display, video and audio. To get the most out of your projector, read this section for a quick summary of the important features. Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following optional accessories: • Image Presentation Camera ELPDC01 • Image Presentation Camera (XGA) ELPDC02 • Image Presentation Camera
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About This Manual Chapter 1, “Installation”, gives step-by-step instructions on how to set up the projector and connect it to your computer, video source, or other external speaker or PA system. Read the installation procedures that apply to your configuration. Chapter 2, “Using the Projector”, describes how to switch the projector on/off and control simple projector settings using the remote control or the operation panel. Chapter 3, “Using the Menus”, describes how to use the menus
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Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: 1. Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. 2. Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat. 3. Use attachments only as recommended. 4. Use the type of power source indicated on the projector. If you are not sure of the power available, consult your dealer or local electricity company. 5. Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unp
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11.Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case. They provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating. Do not place the projector on a sofa, rug or other soft surface, or in a closed-in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. 12.Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots. Never spill liquid of any kind into the projector. 13.Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all se
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Where to Get Help If you are having trouble setting up or running your projector, first see Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting”. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact the appropriate representative listed in the section entitled “World -Wide Warranty Terms” at the end of this manual. Before you call, please have the following information ready: • Product name • Product serial number • Computer configuration • Description of the problem World Wide Web site If you connect to the Internet and h
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Transporting your projector The projector contains many glass parts and precision parts. If you need to transport it, please follow these packing guidelines to prevent damaging the projector: • When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material. If you don’t have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning around the projector. • When transporting the projector for business use, first put the projector in a hard carrying case, t
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1 Installation This chapter describes how to unpack and set up your projector, and connect it to other equipment. The projector must be connected to a computer or a video source such as a video tape deck, camcorder, digital camera or laser disc player before it can project any images. You may also want to set up the projector for one or more of the following: • Connect the mouse cable to use the remot
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Unpacking the Projector When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these components: • Projector • Remote control • 2 AA batteries • Power cord • Computer cable • Audio/Video cable (A/V cable) • PS/2 mouse cable • USB mouse cable • Owner’s manual • Softcase Depending on the configuration of your equipment, you may not need all these components. Save all packaging materials in case you need to ship the projector in the future. It should be transported in its original packaging or t
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Additional Components Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need these additional components: • To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. (One is usually provided with your video device.) A separate cable is required for each video source. • To connect the projector to a Macintosh PowerBook, you need a video-out cable. (One is provided by/or can be purchased from Apple for all new PowerBooks that have video-out capability.) If your PowerBook does not inclu
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Setting Up the Projector 1. Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface within five feet of the computer or video source. ♦ Caution: Do not hold the projector by the lens. This can damage the lens. 2. Place the projector at a correct distance from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size. Use the general guidelines below to determine the correct distance. Screen size Horizontal distance from projector to screen 300 inches (610x460cm) 4
