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......95 Cleaning the Lens...95 Cleaning the Projector Case...96 5 Settings Menu 87 Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu 90 Projector Information Display - Info Menu 92 Projector Reset Options - Image Menu 83 Input Signal Settings - Changing the Color Mode...64 Available Color Modes...65 Turning On Auto Iris...66 Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons 66 Projecting a Slide Show ...67 Supported Slideshow File Types 67 Starting a Slide Show ...68 Slideshow Display Options ...70 Adjusting Projector Features ...72 Shutting Off the Picture and Sound Temporarily 72 Stopping Video...
......95 Cleaning the Lens...95 Cleaning the Projector Case...96 5 Settings Menu 87 Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu 90 Projector Information Display - Info Menu 92 Projector Reset Options - Image Menu 83 Input Signal Settings - Changing the Color Mode...64 Available Color Modes...65 Turning On Auto Iris...66 Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons 66 Projecting a Slide Show ...67 Supported Slideshow File Types 67 Starting a Slide Show ...68 Slideshow Display Options ...70 Adjusting Projector Features ...72 Shutting Off the Picture and Sound Temporarily 72 Stopping Video...
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...Air Filter and Vents 96 Replacing the Air Filter...97 Projector Lamp Maintenance...99 Replacing the Lamp ...100 Resetting the Lamp Timer...105 Replacing the Remote Control Batteries 106 Transporting the Projector...108 Solving Problems ...109 Projection Problem Tips ...109 Projector Light Status ...109 Using the Projector Help Displays ...112 Solving Image or Sound Problems 112 Solutions When No Image Appears 113 Solutions When Image is Incorrect Using the USB Display Function 114 Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears 114 Displaying From a PC Laptop 115 Displaying From a Mac Laptop...
...Air Filter and Vents 96 Replacing the Air Filter...97 Projector Lamp Maintenance...99 Replacing the Lamp ...100 Resetting the Lamp Timer...105 Replacing the Remote Control Batteries 106 Transporting the Projector...108 Solving Problems ...109 Projection Problem Tips ...109 Projector Light Status ...109 Using the Projector Help Displays ...112 Solving Image or Sound Problems 112 Solutions When No Image Appears 113 Solutions When Image is Incorrect Using the USB Display Function 114 Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears 114 Displaying From a PC Laptop 115 Displaying From a Mac Laptop...
User Manual
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... zooming capability (PowerLite X12/X15) • Built-in closed captioning decoder • Epson's Instant Off and Direct Power On features for quick setup and shut down Note: The PowerLite X12 projector is shown in most illustrations in -1 USB projection, audio, and mouse control for instant setup • PC Free photo slide shows via connected USB memory devices (PowerLite S11/X12) • HDMI port for computer or video device connection (PowerLite X12/X15) • Port for connecting...
... zooming capability (PowerLite X12/X15) • Built-in closed captioning decoder • Epson's Instant Off and Direct Power On features for quick setup and shut down Note: The PowerLite X12 projector is shown in most illustrations in -1 USB projection, audio, and mouse control for instant setup • PC Free photo slide shows via connected USB memory devices (PowerLite S11/X12) • HDMI port for computer or video device connection (PowerLite X12/X15) • Port for connecting...
User Manual
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... and earlier) may not support audio through the HDMI port. • To project with audio from Epson or an authorized EPSON reseller. • To receive an HDMI signal, you to connect to obtain an adapter that allows you need a compatible HDMI cable (PowerLite X12/X15). Note: To connect a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort or Mini-DVI port for purchase information. • To receive a component video signal, you need to the projector's HDMI port.
... and earlier) may not support audio through the HDMI port. • To project with audio from Epson or an authorized EPSON reseller. • To receive an HDMI signal, you to connect to obtain an adapter that allows you need a compatible HDMI cable (PowerLite X12/X15). Note: To connect a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort or Mini-DVI port for purchase information. • To receive a component video signal, you need to the projector's HDMI port.
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... Locations 23 2 Computer button (cycles through connected computer sources) 3 Video button (cycles through connected video sources) 4 Numeric buttons (enter numbers) 5 Auto button (automatically adjusts position, tracking, and sync settings) 6 Aspect button (selects the image aspect ratio) 7 Num button (when held down, switches numeric buttons to number function) 8 Menu button (accesses projector menu system) 9 Arrow buttons (move through on -screen pointer) 19 Esc button (cancels/exits functions and controls wireless mouse functions) 20 Color Mode button (selects display modes) 21 LAN button...
... Locations 23 2 Computer button (cycles through connected computer sources) 3 Video button (cycles through connected video sources) 4 Numeric buttons (enter numbers) 5 Auto button (automatically adjusts position, tracking, and sync settings) 6 Aspect button (selects the image aspect ratio) 7 Num button (when held down, switches numeric buttons to number function) 8 Menu button (accesses projector menu system) 9 Arrow buttons (move through on -screen pointer) 19 Esc button (cancels/exits functions and controls wireless mouse functions) 20 Color Mode button (selects display modes) 21 LAN button...
User Manual
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... a flash drive or camera) or an optional EPSON document camera. Caution: If you will use the projector at altitudes above 4921 feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode to display presentations, movies, or other images, with or without sound. • Connect any type of computer that has a USB port, standard video output (monitor) port, or HDMI port (PowerLite X12/X15). • For video projection, connect devices such as DVD players, gaming consoles, digital...
... a flash drive or camera) or an optional EPSON document camera. Caution: If you will use the projector at altitudes above 4921 feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode to display presentations, movies, or other images, with or without sound. • Connect any type of computer that has a USB port, standard video output (monitor) port, or HDMI port (PowerLite X12/X15). • For video projection, connect devices such as DVD players, gaming consoles, digital...
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... adapter options. Contact Apple for HDMI Video and Audio If your computer's HDMI output port. 30 Connect the VGA computer cable to your computer's monitor cable. 2. PowerLite S11/X12 PowerLite X15 4. If necessary, disconnect your computer's monitor port. 3. Connect the other end to the projector's HDMI port. Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources Connecting to the projector using an optional HDMI cable (PowerLite X12/X15). Connect the HDMI cable to your computer has an HDMI port, you to connect to a Computer port on the VGA...
... adapter options. Contact Apple for HDMI Video and Audio If your computer's HDMI output port. 30 Connect the VGA computer cable to your computer's monitor cable. 2. PowerLite S11/X12 PowerLite X15 4. If necessary, disconnect your computer's monitor port. 3. Connect the other end to the projector's HDMI port. Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources Connecting to the projector using an optional HDMI cable (PowerLite X12/X15). Connect the HDMI cable to your computer has an HDMI port, you to connect to a Computer port on the VGA...
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... using the projector's USB TypeB or HDMI (PowerLite X12/X15) port, you can still play sound through the projector's speaker system. Extended Menu Projector Parts - Remote Control Connecting to a Computer for details. See your computer documentation for Sound If your desktop's speaker or audio-out port. 32 Just connect an optional stereo mini-jack adapter cable (with an external USB mouse. Connect the audio cable to any available USB port on your computer to Computer Sources Related references Projector Setup Settings...
... using the projector's USB TypeB or HDMI (PowerLite X12/X15) port, you can still play sound through the projector's speaker system. Extended Menu Projector Parts - Remote Control Connecting to a Computer for details. See your computer documentation for Sound If your desktop's speaker or audio-out port. 32 Just connect an optional stereo mini-jack adapter cable (with an external USB mouse. Connect the audio cable to any available USB port on your computer to Computer Sources Related references Projector Setup Settings...
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You may be able to connect different EPSON document camera models to the projector's USB TypeA port. 3. Connect the USB cable to your projector's Computer port. Caution: Use only the type of different types, or mix new and old batteries. 42 Parent topic: Projector Connections Related references Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Installing Batteries in this manual. Connect the other end of the cable to project images viewed by software, connect the EPSON DC-06 document camera to...
You may be able to connect different EPSON document camera models to the projector's USB TypeA port. 3. Connect the USB cable to your projector's Computer port. Caution: Use only the type of different types, or mix new and old batteries. 42 Parent topic: Projector Connections Related references Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Installing Batteries in this manual. Connect the other end of the cable to project images viewed by software, connect the EPSON DC-06 document camera to...
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... Display Parent topic: Projector Security Features Setting a Password To use the arrow buttons. • To zoom out of the projector using the projector without first entering a password. • User's Logo Protect prevents anyone from using the buttons on , and prevent changes to the startup screen and other settings. • Button lock security to block operation of the image, press the E-Zoom - • To pan around the zoomed image area, use password security, you use by identifying the projector's owner...
... Display Parent topic: Projector Security Features Setting a Password To use the arrow buttons. • To zoom out of the projector using the projector without first entering a password. • User's Logo Protect prevents anyone from using the buttons on , and prevent changes to the startup screen and other settings. • Button lock security to block operation of the image, press the E-Zoom - • To pan around the zoomed image area, use password security, you use by identifying the projector's owner...
User Manual
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... Equipment and Replacement Parts Projector Lamp Specifications Projector Reset Options - You cannot reset the following settings using the Reset All option on the Reset menu. Reset Menu You can also reset the projector's lamp usage timer to their default values using the Reset All option: • Input Signal • User's Logo • Language • Lamp Hours • Password • User Button • Zoom (PowerLite S11) Parent topic: Adjusting the Menu Settings 94 You can reset most of the projector settings to zero when you replace the lamp using the Reset Lamp Hours option...
... Equipment and Replacement Parts Projector Lamp Specifications Projector Reset Options - You cannot reset the following settings using the Reset All option on the Reset menu. Reset Menu You can also reset the projector's lamp usage timer to their default values using the Reset All option: • Input Signal • User's Logo • Language • Lamp Hours • Password • User Button • Zoom (PowerLite S11) Parent topic: Adjusting the Menu Settings 94 You can reset most of the projector settings to zero when you replace the lamp using the Reset Lamp Hours option...
User Manual
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... projector keeps track of the number of hours the lamp is flashing orange Replacing the Lamp Resetting the Lamp Timer Parent topic: Projector Maintenance Related references Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Projector Lamp Specifications 99 Close the air filter cover. 4. Place the new air filter in the projector as possible when the following occurs: • The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate • A message appears when you turn on the projector telling you to replace the lamp • The projector's lamp light is used and displays...
... projector keeps track of the number of hours the lamp is flashing orange Replacing the Lamp Resetting the Lamp Timer Parent topic: Projector Maintenance Related references Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Projector Lamp Specifications 99 Close the air filter cover. 4. Place the new air filter in the projector as possible when the following occurs: • The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate • A message appears when you turn on the projector telling you to replace the lamp • The projector's lamp light is used and displays...
User Manual
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...or replace the lamp as necessary. • If operating the projector at high altitude, turn on High Altitude Mode. • If overheating continues, clean or replace the air filter. • If the problem persists, unplug the projector and contact Epson for help. Do not continue using the projector. Turn the projector off, unplug it turned off . A fan or sensor has a problem. Power light Flashing red Red Red Light status varies Red Lamp light Off Off Flashing red Flashing orange Off Temperature light Flashing orange Red Off Off Flashing red Status and solution Projector is...
...or replace the lamp as necessary. • If operating the projector at high altitude, turn on High Altitude Mode. • If overheating continues, clean or replace the air filter. • If the problem persists, unplug the projector and contact Epson for help. Do not continue using the projector. Turn the projector off, unplug it turned off . A fan or sensor has a problem. Power light Flashing red Red Red Light status varies Red Lamp light Off Off Flashing red Flashing orange Off Temperature light Flashing orange Red Off Off Flashing red Status and solution Projector is...
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... connected and the power is on for the current video source. • Adjust the Brightness setting or select the Normal Power Consumption setting. • Check the Display setting to make sure the remote receivers are turned on. • For images projected with Windows Media Center, reduce the screen size from full screen mode. • For images projected from standby or sleep mode. Unlock the buttons. • If the projector does not respond when you press the control panel buttons...
... connected and the power is on for the current video source. • Adjust the Brightness setting or select the Normal Power Consumption setting. • Check the Display setting to make sure the remote receivers are turned on. • For images projected with Windows Media Center, reduce the screen size from full screen mode. • For images projected from standby or sleep mode. Unlock the buttons. • If the projector does not respond when you press the control panel buttons...
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... EPSON USB Display Settings program on your computer. • Turn off the Transfer layered window setting in the Extended menu is Incorrect Using the USB Display Function If no image appears or if the image appears incorrectly using the USB Display function, try the following solutions: • Press the USB button on your video sources. 114 Extended Menu Image Quality Settings - Related references Projector Setup Settings - Image Menu Input Signal Settings - Install it manually if necessary. • Make sure the USB Type B setting in the EPSON USB Display Settings...
... EPSON USB Display Settings program on your computer. • Turn off the Transfer layered window setting in the Extended menu is Incorrect Using the USB Display Function If no image appears or if the image appears incorrectly using the USB Display function, try the following solutions: • Press the USB button on your video sources. 114 Extended Menu Image Quality Settings - Related references Projector Setup Settings - Image Menu Input Signal Settings - Install it manually if necessary. • Make sure the USB Type B setting in the EPSON USB Display Settings...
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... projector and the connected computer or video source off and then on again. • If you are projecting from a laptop computer, make sure the external monitor port is enabled. (See your laptop manual for details.) 1. Open the System Preferences utility and select Displays. 2. Select the Mirror Displays checkbox. Displaying From a PC Laptop Displaying From a Mac Laptop Parent topic: Solving Image or Sound Problems Displaying From a PC Laptop If you see the "No Signal" message...
... projector and the connected computer or video source off and then on again. • If you are projecting from a laptop computer, make sure the external monitor port is enabled. (See your laptop manual for details.) 1. Open the System Preferences utility and select Displays. 2. Select the Mirror Displays checkbox. Displaying From a PC Laptop Displaying From a Mac Laptop Parent topic: Solving Image or Sound Problems Displaying From a PC Laptop If you see the "No Signal" message...
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If you connected long cables, try selecting Normal in the EPSON USB Display Settings program on the Output audio from an HDMI source (PowerLite X12/X15), set for the correct source. • Check the audio cable connections between the projector and your video device. Parent topic: Solving Image or Sound Problems Related concepts Projector Lamp Maintenance Related references Input Signal Settings - Image Menu Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu Solutions When There is No Sound or Low Volume If there is no sound when you expect it...
If you connected long cables, try selecting Normal in the EPSON USB Display Settings program on the Output audio from an HDMI source (PowerLite X12/X15), set for the correct source. • Check the audio cable connections between the projector and your video device. Parent topic: Solving Image or Sound Problems Related concepts Projector Lamp Maintenance Related references Input Signal Settings - Image Menu Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu Solutions When There is No Sound or Low Volume If there is no sound when you expect it...
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... FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with the projector's remote receivers. Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at www.epson.com/support (U.S.) or www.epson.ca/support (Canada) for technical support services, use the following support options. Settings Menu Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Remote Control Operation Solutions to Password Problems If you cannot enter or remember a password, try the following solutions: • You may need to contact Epson for solutions to Get Help If you...
... FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with the projector's remote receivers. Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at www.epson.com/support (U.S.) or www.epson.ca/support (Canada) for technical support services, use the following support options. Settings Menu Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Remote Control Operation Solutions to Password Problems If you cannot enter or remember a password, try the following solutions: • You may need to contact Epson for solutions to Get Help If you...
Quick Setup
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...-screen instructions to install the EPSON USB Display software (only on your computer. HDMI port Connect one end of a VGA cable to the projector's Computer1 or Computer2 port, and the other display problems, see a blank screen or have to wait for compatible adapter options. S-Video cable HDMI cable Turn on your equipment 1 Turn on -screen instructions to install the EPSON® USB Display software (EMP_UDSE.EXE; To select another language, press the Menu button on . Note: To shut down . 5 The default language of a USB cable to the projector...
...-screen instructions to install the EPSON USB Display software (only on your computer. HDMI port Connect one end of a VGA cable to the projector's Computer1 or Computer2 port, and the other display problems, see a blank screen or have to wait for compatible adapter options. S-Video cable HDMI cable Turn on your equipment 1 Turn on -screen instructions to install the EPSON® USB Display software (EMP_UDSE.EXE; To select another language, press the Menu button on . Note: To shut down . 5 The default language of a USB cable to the projector...
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... and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson. Days and hours of Seiko Epson Corporation. 4 Turn the focus ring to sharpen the image. 5 If your image looks like or , but if necessary you 're using a Mac laptop, open . • Press the Source Search button on the EPSON PrivateLine Support card included with your computer or video device, check the following: • Make sure the power light on the projector is green and not flashing, and...
... and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson. Days and hours of Seiko Epson Corporation. 4 Turn the focus ring to sharpen the image. 5 If your image looks like or , but if necessary you 're using a Mac laptop, open . • Press the Source Search button on the EPSON PrivateLine Support card included with your computer or video device, check the following: • Make sure the power light on the projector is green and not flashing, and...