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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Usage Notice ..................................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction................................................................................................
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Table of Contents LED Error Messages ................................................................................................................................................45 Image Problems ........................................................................................................................................................46 Lamp Problems................................................................................................................................
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Usage Notice Usage Notice Congratulations and thank you for choosing an EP771 projector, an on Optoma product. This product is an XGA single chip 0.7 inch DLP ® projector! Important: It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using the projector. These safety and usage instructions will ensure that you enjoy many years of safe use of the projector. Keep this manual for future reference. Precautions Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this manual to
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Usage Notice Power Safety Only use the supplied power cord. Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of foot traffic. Remove the batteries from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period. Replacing the Lamp Replacing the lamp can be hazardous if done incorrectly. Refer to “Replacing the Projection Lamp” on page 39 for clear and safe instructions for this procedure. Before replacing the lamp: Unplug the
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Usage Notice Main Features • Lightweight unit, easy to pack away and transport • Compatible with all major video standards including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM • A high brightness rating allows for presentations in daylight or in lit rooms • Supports resolutions up to SXGA at 16.7 million colors to deliver crisp, clear images • Flexible setup allows for front and rear projections • Line-of-vision projections remain square, with advanced keystone correction for angled projections • Input so
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Introduction Introduction Packing Checklist Carefully unpack the projector and check that the following items are included: EP771 PROJECTOR REMOTE CONTROL (WITH TWO AAA BATTERIES) USB CABLE VIDEO CABLE POWER CORD (USB TYPE A TO B USB) (RCA X 1TO RCA X 1) Documents: User’s Guide Quick Start Card Warranty Card COMPUTER CABLE CARRYING CASE (DB15 - DB15) Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit does not work.
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Introduction Views of Projector Front-right View 1 2 3 8 376 5 4 ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 1. Focus Focuses the projected image 24 2. Lens zoom Enlarges the projected image 24 3. Screws Holds lamp to projector 4. See “Top view—OSD buttons and LEDs” 8 5. IR receiver Receiver for IR signal from remote control 15 6. Lens Remove lens cap before use 7. Lens cover Slide across to protect lens when not in use 8. Height-adjuster but- Push to release height adjuster
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Introduction Top view—On-screen Display (OSD) buttons and LEDs 17 2536 4 11 10 9 8 ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 1. Keystone/ Corrects image-trapezoid (wider bottom) effect 24 Down cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 2. VOL-/ Decreases volume 24 Left cursor Navigates and changes settings in the OSD 3. Lamp LED Orange Lamp ready—you can safely turn on or off the projector Flashing Lamp not ready—do not press the power button 4. Keystone/ Corrects image-trape
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Introduction ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 6. RE-SYNC Optimizes image size, position, and resolution 19 7. Menu Opens and exits the OSD 25 8. Source Detects the input device 19 9. Power Turns the projector on or off 9
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Introduction Rear view ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: Rear IR Re- Receiver for IR signal from remote control. 1. ceiver DVI-D Connect the computer cable from a computer. Both 2. DVI-I and DVI-D are supported. VGA IN Connect a VGA cable (supplied) from a computer 3. VGA OUT Connect to a monitor 4. S-video Connect the composite or S-video cable (supplied) 5. from a video device Video Connect a composite video cable (supplied) from a 6. video device. 17 Audio in-R Con
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Introduction ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: Power switch Turns the power on and off 14. 43 Power Connect the supplied power cord 15. 43 Security Lock Secure to permanent object with a Kensington® Lock 16. system Note: If your video equipment has both S-video and RCA jacks (composite video) connect to the S-video connector. S-video provides a better quality signal. 11
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Introduction Bottom view ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: Ceiling support Contact your dealer for information on mounting your projector 1. holes. on the ceiling. Height adjuster but- Push to release height adjuster 2. ton 23 Height adjuster Adjuster drops down when adjuster button is 3. pushed Tilt adjuster Adjust angle of the picture 4. 23 Note: For ceiling installations, use approved mounting hardware and M3 screws with a maximum screw depth of 8 mm (0.31 inch). 12
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Introduction Remote Control Important: 1. Avoid using the projector with bright fluorescent lighting turned on. Certain high-frequency fluo- rescent lights can disrupt remote control operation. 2. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and the projector. If the path be- tween the remote control and the projector is obstructed, you can bounce the signal off certain reflective surfaces such as projector screens. 3. The buttons and keys on the projector have the
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Introduction ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: Laser Press to operate the on-screen pointer 3. Up Up arrow when connected through USB to a PC 4. Right Right arrow when connected through USB to a PC 5. Down Down arrow when connected through USB to a PC 6. Page Down Page down when connected through USB to a PC 7. Up cursor 8. Navigates and changes settings in the OSD Right cursor Adjusts volume 9. Down cursor 10. Volume +/- Zoom in/out 11. 24 Zoom 12. S-Video Inp
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Introduction ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE: 25. Left Left arrow when connected through USB to a PC Enter Enter key when connected through USB to a PC 26. Power Turns the projector on or off 27. Laser Use as on-screen pointer. DO NOT POINT IN EYES. 28. The remote control can only interface with a computer when connected to the computer through a USB cable connection. The computer cable connects a computer to the projector for display pur- poses only. Remote Control Operating
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Introduction Inserting the Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery compartment 1. cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the supplied batteries taking 2. note of the polarity (+/-) as shown here. Replace the cover. 3. Caution: 1. Only use AAA batteries.(Alkaline battery is better). 2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations. 3. Remove the batteries when not using the projector for prolonged periods. 16
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Setup and Operation Setup and Operation Connecting Input Devices A PC or notebook computer as well as video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Video devices include DVD, VCD, and VHS players, as well as movie camcorders and digital still cameras. Check the user manual of the connecting device to confirm it has the appropriate output connector. ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION Rear IR Receiver for IR signal from remote control. A Receiver DVI-D Connect the compute
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Setup and Operation ITEM LABEL DESCRIPTION USB Connect the supplied USB cable from a computer for USB mouse func- tion and firmware upgrades. 12V Connect a 12-volt trigger cable from the screen to this connector. When connected, the screen automatically adjusts vertically to match the screen aspect ratio. RS-232 Reserved for installation control. Warning: As a safety precaution, disconnect all power to the projector and connecting devices before making connections. 18
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Setup and Operation Starting and Shutting down the Projector Slide the lens cover. 1. Connect the power cord to the projector 2. [A] Connect the other end to a wall outlet. Switch [B] from off (O) to on ( — ) The POWER and LAMP LEDs on the 3. projector turn on. Turn on the connected devices. Ensure the LAMP LED is on a steady (not 4. flashing) orange and then press the Power button to turn on the projector. The projector splash screen displays and connected devices
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Setup and Operation When the “Power Off? / Press Power 7. again” message appears, press the Power button. The projector will turn off. Turn off the main Power switch when the 8. Lamp LED stops flashing. Caution: Do not unplug the power cord until the Ready LED stops flashing, indicating the projector has cooled down. 20
