Technical Brief (Multimedia Projectors)
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... E-Zoom 3 Power R/C ON OFF 1 5 Enter Esc Menu Help Comp1 BNC S-Video Video Auto Resize P in different sizes and colors Stamp one or several copies of preselected images Change the cursor shape Play a selected sound effect Create a spotlight effect on the screen Clear previous effects Create a macro for a specific sequence of their respective owners. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 5 L L LL L LL Versatility-ELP Link IV software EPSON's ELP Link IV software, which customizes projector controls...
... E-Zoom 3 Power R/C ON OFF 1 5 Enter Esc Menu Help Comp1 BNC S-Video Video Auto Resize P in different sizes and colors Stamp one or several copies of preselected images Change the cursor shape Play a selected sound effect Create a spotlight effect on the screen Clear previous effects Create a macro for a specific sequence of their respective owners. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 5 L L LL L LL Versatility-ELP Link IV software EPSON's ELP Link IV software, which customizes projector controls...
Product Information Guide
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EPSON PowerLite 5500C/7500C Multimedia Projector status lights control panel speakers projection lens/ focus/zoom rear feet (left foot not visible) hand strap connectors hand strap slider button (not visible) infrared receiver foot adjust levers adjustable foot power switch S-Video In Video In Computer Out Left Audio Computer In AC inlet Right Audio Repeater Mouse/Com Audio Out Audio In Projector Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT), active matrix Scriyzestoalf pliaqnueilds Diagonal: 0.9 inches...
EPSON PowerLite 5500C/7500C Multimedia Projector status lights control panel speakers projection lens/ focus/zoom rear feet (left foot not visible) hand strap connectors hand strap slider button (not visible) infrared receiver foot adjust levers adjustable foot power switch S-Video In Video In Computer Out Left Audio Computer In AC inlet Right Audio Repeater Mouse/Com Audio Out Audio In Projector Specifications General Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT), active matrix Scriyzestoalf pliaqnueilds Diagonal: 0.9 inches...
Product Information Guide
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...). EPSON PowerLite 5500C/7500C Multimedia Projector Using the Remote Control The remote control uses a line-of fluorescent light is present; Volume + Power Switches input source from the infrared receiver. Acts as a right mouse click, registers a menu selection, and selects other equipment emitting infrared energy is too bright; Displays the Help menu (useful for troubleshooting video or audio related problems). You can use the projectors control panel instead of the projector, clears all special effects, and displays a black, blue, or user logo screen. Acts...
...). EPSON PowerLite 5500C/7500C Multimedia Projector Using the Remote Control The remote control uses a line-of fluorescent light is present; Volume + Power Switches input source from the infrared receiver. Acts as a right mouse click, registers a menu selection, and selects other equipment emitting infrared energy is too bright; Displays the Help menu (useful for troubleshooting video or audio related problems). You can use the projectors control panel instead of the projector, clears all special effects, and displays a black, blue, or user logo screen. Acts...
Product Information Guide
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... the image on the control panel. Caution: A red light warns you its side with the handle at the bottom of the projector after every 100 hours of use. Button Power Source Menu Up, down . power light projection lamp light temperature light Projection Lamp Light Light status Orange and red flashing alternately Steady red Flashing red Off Meaning The projection lamp needs replacing. Lift up . Allow about 30 seconds. Lamp is warming up the tab securing the filter and remove the filter. Use these buttons to change numeric settings during menu operations. The projector is...
... the image on the control panel. Caution: A red light warns you its side with the handle at the bottom of the projector after every 100 hours of use. Button Power Source Menu Up, down . power light projection lamp light temperature light Projection Lamp Light Light status Orange and red flashing alternately Steady red Flashing red Off Meaning The projection lamp needs replacing. Lift up . Allow about 30 seconds. Lamp is warming up the tab securing the filter and remove the filter. Use these buttons to change numeric settings during menu operations. The projector is...
Product Information Guide
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... flashing orange and red alternately t The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when the projector lamp comes on the lamp cover. Make sure it . It is time to replace the lamp when: t The projected image gets darker or starts to loosen the retaining screw on Warning: Let the lamp cool before replacing it s inserted securely. Tighten the screws on its side with each replacement lamp. 5. PowerLite 5500C/7500C Multimedia Projector 2/99 Turn off the lamp cover. (You cannot remove this screw...
... flashing orange and red alternately t The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when the projector lamp comes on the lamp cover. Make sure it . It is time to replace the lamp when: t The projected image gets darker or starts to loosen the retaining screw on Warning: Let the lamp cool before replacing it s inserted securely. Tighten the screws on its side with each replacement lamp. 5. PowerLite 5500C/7500C Multimedia Projector 2/99 Turn off the lamp cover. (You cannot remove this screw...
User Manual
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... lamp is turned on power; Warning: The projector and its accessories come packaged in the room. Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any cover on the projector. ❐ Ambient light is too bright. ❐ Certain types of direct sunlight. ❐ Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy, such as specifically explained in this User's Guide, do not attempt to remote control commands...
... lamp is turned on power; Warning: The projector and its accessories come packaged in the room. Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any cover on the projector. ❐ Ambient light is too bright. ❐ Certain types of direct sunlight. ❐ Turn off other equipment that emits infrared energy, such as specifically explained in this User's Guide, do not attempt to remote control commands...
User Manual
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... Macintosh 27 Connecting to a PowerBook 31 Connecting to a Video Source 35 Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System 37 2 Using the Projector 39 Turning the Equipment On and Off 41 Turning the Projector On and Off 41 Positioning the Projector 43 Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance 45 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image 47 Resize Button 49 Controlling the Projector 50 Using the Remote Control 51 Using the Control Panel 54 Projector Status Lights 56 Power Light 56 Projection Lamp Light 57 Temperature Light 57...
... Macintosh 27 Connecting to a PowerBook 31 Connecting to a Video Source 35 Connecting to an External Speaker or PA System 37 2 Using the Projector 39 Turning the Equipment On and Off 41 Turning the Projector On and Off 41 Positioning the Projector 43 Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance 45 Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image 47 Resize Button 49 Controlling the Projector 50 Using the Remote Control 51 Using the Control Panel 54 Projector Status Lights 56 Power Light 56 Projection Lamp Light 57 Temperature Light 57...
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Using the Software 91 Changing the COM Port Assignment 91 Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons 91 Controlling Projector Features 98 5 Maintenance 109 Cleaning the Lens 110 Cleaning the Projector Case 110 Cleaning the Air Filter 111 Replacing the Lamp 112 Transporting the Projector 115 6 Troubleshooting 117 Using the Online Help Menu 118 Problems with the Projector 119 Problems with the Remote Control 122 Problems with the Image or Sound 123 7 Technical Specifications 127 Glossary 133 Index 137 viii
Using the Software 91 Changing the COM Port Assignment 91 Customizing the Remote Control Effects Buttons 91 Controlling Projector Features 98 5 Maintenance 109 Cleaning the Lens 110 Cleaning the Projector Case 110 Cleaning the Air Filter 111 Replacing the Lamp 112 Transporting the Projector 115 6 Troubleshooting 117 Using the Online Help Menu 118 Problems with the Projector 119 Problems with the Remote Control 122 Problems with the Image or Sound 123 7 Technical Specifications 127 Glossary 133 Index 137 viii
User Manual
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... and reconfigure the projector's special effects. On the PowerLite 7500C, you display VGA or XGA images at the projector's XGA resolution. Your projector supports IBM® compatible PCs and laptops, as well as a wireless mouse to control the projector's settings from your computer screen during presentations. Additionally, you can install the projector's optional ELP Link III software to control operations on supported computers and video formats. 2 Introduction Your projector features a new patented SizeWize™ chip for supporting a variety of outstanding...
... and reconfigure the projector's special effects. On the PowerLite 7500C, you display VGA or XGA images at the projector's XGA resolution. Your projector supports IBM® compatible PCs and laptops, as well as a wireless mouse to control the projector's settings from your computer screen during presentations. Additionally, you can install the projector's optional ELP Link III software to control operations on supported computers and video formats. 2 Introduction Your projector features a new patented SizeWize™ chip for supporting a variety of outstanding...
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...-by-step instructions on the projector and control simple projector settings using the remote control or the control panel. Chapter 4, "Using the ELP Link III Software," describes how to connect the ELP Link III cables and use the EPSON PowerLite 5500C and PowerLite 7500C projectors. Chapter 2, "Using the Projector," describes how to turn on how to set up your projector and connect it to your projector's warning lights and gives helpful information for avoiding errors, optimizing image quality, and solving problems. About This Manual 5 Chapter 5, "Maintenance...
...-by-step instructions on the projector and control simple projector settings using the remote control or the control panel. Chapter 4, "Using the ELP Link III Software," describes how to connect the ELP Link III cables and use the EPSON PowerLite 5500C and PowerLite 7500C projectors. Chapter 2, "Using the Projector," describes how to turn on how to set up your projector and connect it to your projector's warning lights and gives helpful information for avoiding errors, optimizing image quality, and solving problems. About This Manual 5 Chapter 5, "Maintenance...
User Manual
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... a computer capable of XGA, VGA, or SVGA output. Connecting to a Computer You can connect the projector to your computer. To connect the main, serial, and mouse cables to use the wireless remote as follows: q PowerLite 5500C: VGA and XGA output q PowerLite 7500C: VGA, SVGA, and SXGA output. The PowerLite 7500C is supported by the projectors as a mouse pointer), see Chapter 4. 20 1 • Installation The following types of projecting SXGA images. Resizing is also capable...
... a computer capable of XGA, VGA, or SVGA output. Connecting to a Computer You can connect the projector to your computer. To connect the main, serial, and mouse cables to use the wireless remote as follows: q PowerLite 5500C: VGA and XGA output q PowerLite 7500C: VGA, SVGA, and SXGA output. The PowerLite 7500C is supported by the projectors as a mouse pointer), see Chapter 4. 20 1 • Installation The following types of projecting SXGA images. Resizing is also capable...
User Manual
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... + Adjusts the volume. Source Switches input source from computer to match the resolution of the projector, clears all special effects, and displays a black, blue, or user logo screen. - Left, right arrows (tracking-/ tracking+) Match the projector's internal clock to change numeric settings during menu operations. See page 49 for details. 56 2 • Using the Projector See "Using the Online Help Menu" on the screen to video or vice versa. Use these buttons to adjust an overall image...
... + Adjusts the volume. Source Switches input source from computer to match the resolution of the projector, clears all special effects, and displays a black, blue, or user logo screen. - Left, right arrows (tracking-/ tracking+) Match the projector's internal clock to change numeric settings during menu operations. See page 49 for details. 56 2 • Using the Projector See "Using the Online Help Menu" on the screen to video or vice versa. Use these buttons to adjust an overall image...
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See Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting," for what to do if a warning light comes on top of the projector tell you if a serious problem occurs. power light projection lamp light temperature light ✦ Caution: A red light warns you its operating status. Projector Status Lights 57 Projector Status Lights The lights on .
See Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting," for what to do if a warning light comes on top of the projector tell you if a serious problem occurs. power light projection lamp light temperature light ✦ Caution: A red light warns you its operating status. Projector Status Lights 57 Projector Status Lights The lights on .
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... Flashing red There is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. There is functioning normally. See "Replacing the Lamp" in Chapter 5 flashing alternately for instructions. See "Replacing the Lamp" in the projector. Temperature Light Light status Flashing orange Steady red Flashing red Off Meaning Projector is functioning normally. Call a service representative. Projector has turned off automatically because of overheating. Steady red Projection lamp has burned out. The projector is too hot. Projection Lamp Light Light status Meaning Orange and red...
... Flashing red There is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. There is functioning normally. See "Replacing the Lamp" in Chapter 5 flashing alternately for instructions. See "Replacing the Lamp" in the projector. Temperature Light Light status Flashing orange Steady red Flashing red Off Meaning Projector is functioning normally. Call a service representative. Projector has turned off automatically because of overheating. Steady red Projection lamp has burned out. The projector is too hot. Projection Lamp Light Light status Meaning Orange and red...
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... connectors. 8. 4. To configure the projector from your laptop's manual or online help for instructions. 9. Check your laptop using the serial mouse cable instead of the main cable. Note: You may have to set the display to use the ELP Link III software if your laptop. 7. Note: You will not be able to use the Effects buttons on the remote control, connect one serial port that is being used to the mouse port on the square end...
... connectors. 8. 4. To configure the projector from your laptop's manual or online help for instructions. 9. Check your laptop using the serial mouse cable instead of the main cable. Note: You may have to set the display to use the ELP Link III software if your laptop. 7. Note: You will not be able to use the Effects buttons on the remote control, connect one serial port that is being used to the mouse port on the square end...
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... 5 • Maintenance to obtain a new one , use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment to the inside the filter cover. 6. Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet. q The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when the projector lamp comes on. q The projection lamp light is red or is torn, replace the air filter. The air filter is attached to clean the filter. In Canada, call (800) 873...
... 5 • Maintenance to obtain a new one , use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment to the inside the filter cover. 6. Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet. q The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when the projector lamp comes on. q The projection lamp light is red or is torn, replace the air filter. The air filter is attached to clean the filter. In Canada, call (800) 873...
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... for instructions. Off There is flashing orange and you see these warning lights or encounter other specific problems with the projection lamp or lamp power supply, a lamp fuse, or a circuit malfunction in sleep mode. Projection lamp Red or flashing orange and red The lamp needs to the projector has been cut off automatically because of overheating. Light Temperature Color Flashing orange Meaning The projector is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Call a service representative. Flashing red There is a problem with the projector. ◗...
... for instructions. Off There is flashing orange and you see these warning lights or encounter other specific problems with the projection lamp or lamp power supply, a lamp fuse, or a circuit malfunction in sleep mode. Projection lamp Red or flashing orange and red The lamp needs to the projector has been cut off automatically because of overheating. Light Temperature Color Flashing orange Meaning The projector is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Call a service representative. Flashing red There is a problem with the projector. ◗...
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... this User's Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Turn off automatically. Make sure nothing is red. The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off the projector, check that the power cable is connected securely both at the electrical outlet and the projector, and press the Power button again. ◗ Projected images get darker or start to the cooling fan or internal circuits. The air filter may be clogged. Connect a video source, then...
... this User's Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Turn off automatically. Make sure nothing is red. The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off the projector, check that the power cable is connected securely both at the electrical outlet and the projector, and press the Power button again. ◗ Projected images get darker or start to the cooling fan or internal circuits. The air filter may be clogged. Connect a video source, then...
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... with Mac OS 8.1 or above, choose Control Panels under the Apple menu and then choose Monitors. For supported display settings, see "Supported Computers and Monitor Displays" on the desktop, select Properties, click the Settings tab, and use Windows Setup in the Main program group. In the Monitors & Sound screen, select a resolution from the computer, or the signal is not reaching the projector. An image source not connected to select the resolution you...
... with Mac OS 8.1 or above, choose Control Panels under the Apple menu and then choose Monitors. For supported display settings, see "Supported Computers and Monitor Displays" on the desktop, select Properties, click the Settings tab, and use Windows Setup in the Main program group. In the Monitors & Sound screen, select a resolution from the computer, or the signal is not reaching the projector. An image source not connected to select the resolution you...
Product Brochure
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... Soft shell carrying case projector/laptop ELPKS13 Replacement lamp unit ELPLP06 1__5_-7_9__.9_8__k_H__z V Sync ELP Link III software/cable set (MAC) ELPSW04 ___E__L_P_L_i_n_k__II_I _s_o_f_tw__a_r_e_/_ca_b__le__s_e_t_(_P_C_)_______E_L_P_S_W__0_3__ 5__0_-8__5_.0_8__H__z Power Requirements Warranty Standard one year limited warranty includes EPSON Road Service Program (U.S. M U LT I M E D I A P R O J EC TO R S P EC I F I C AT I O N S Projection System Video Signal RGB (PC) E__P_S_O_N__O__r_ig_i_n_a_l _P_r_is_m___te_c_h_n__o_lo_g__y LCD Panel Video signal level Analog RGB 0.7Vp...
... Soft shell carrying case projector/laptop ELPKS13 Replacement lamp unit ELPLP06 1__5_-7_9__.9_8__k_H__z V Sync ELP Link III software/cable set (MAC) ELPSW04 ___E__L_P_L_i_n_k__II_I _s_o_f_tw__a_r_e_/_ca_b__le__s_e_t_(_P_C_)_______E_L_P_S_W__0_3__ 5__0_-8__5_.0_8__H__z Power Requirements Warranty Standard one year limited warranty includes EPSON Road Service Program (U.S. M U LT I M E D I A P R O J EC TO R S P EC I F I C AT I O N S Projection System Video Signal RGB (PC) E__P_S_O_N__O__r_ig_i_n_a_l _P_r_is_m___te_c_h_n__o_lo_g__y LCD Panel Video signal level Analog RGB 0.7Vp...