Table of Contents Table of Contents ......................................................................................... 1 Usage Notice ................................................................................................ 2 Introduction .................................................................................................. 4 Precautions ..........................................................................................................2 Product Features ..................................................................................................4 Package Overview ...............................................................................................5 Product Overview .................................................................................................6 Main Unit ........................................................................................................................6 Control Panel .................................................................................................................7 Connection Ports ...........................................................................................................7 Remote Control with Laser Pointer ................................................................................8 Installation .................................................................................................... 9 Connecting the Projector ......................................................................................9 Powering On/Off the Projector ...........................................................................10 Adjusting the Projected Image ...........................................................................12 Powering On the Projector ...........................................................................................10 Powering Off the projector ........................................................................................... 11 Warning Indicator ......................................................................................................... 11 Adjusting the Projector Image Height ..........................................................................12 Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus ..........................................................................13 Adjusting Projected Image Size ...................................................................................13 User Controls ............................................................................................. 14 Control Panel & Remote Control ........................................................................14 On-Screen Display Menus .................................................................................16 Menu Tree ..........................................................................................................17 How to Operate ...........................................................................................................16 Language .....................................................................................................................18 Image-I ........................................................................................................................19 Image-II (Computer Mode)...........................................................................................21 Image-II (Video Mode) .................................................................................................23 Audio ............................................................................................................................25 Management ................................................................................................................26 Lamp Setting ................................................................................................................27 Appendices ................................................................................................ 28 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................28 Replacing the Lamp ...........................................................................................32 Compatibility Modes ...........................................................................................33 Optoma Global Offices .......................................................................................34 Regulation & Safety notices ...............................................................................35 1 English Usage Notice Precautions Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user's guide to maximize the life of your unit. Warning- Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt your eyes. Warning- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock. Warning- When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing instructions. Warning- This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows warning messages. Warning- Reset the "Lamp Reset" function from the On Screen Display "Lamp Setting" menu after replacing the lamp module (refer to page 27). Warning- When switching the projector off, please ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power. Warning- Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources. Warning- Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation. Warning- When the lamp reaches the end of its life, it will burn out and may make a loud popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed under "Replacing the Lamp". (see page 32) English 2 Usage Notice Do: Turn off the product before cleaning. Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the display housing. Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not being used for a long period of time. Don't: Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for ventilation. Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit. Use under the following conditions: - In extremely hot, cold or humid environments. - In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt. - Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field. - In direct sunlight. 3 English Introduction Product Features Congratulations and Thank You for choosing an EP7150 projector, an Optoma Product. This product is a XGA single chip 0.55" DLPTM projector. Outstanding features include: True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels Texas Instruments Single chip DLPTM Technology NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM and HDTV compatible (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i) Multi-Auto functions: Auto detection, Automatic saving of user adjustments IR remote control with laser pointer User friendly multilingual on screen menu Advanced digital keystone correction and high quality full screen image re-scaling User friendly control panel One built-in speaker UXGA, SXGA+, SXGA compression and SVGA, VGA resizing Mac compatible English 4 Introduction Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if anything is missing. Projector with lens cap Power Cord 1.8m VGA Cable 1.8m Due to the difference in applications for each country, some regions may have different accessories. Composite Video Cable 1.8m Wireless Remote Controller SCART VGA/S-Video Adaptor (available in European region only) 2 x AA Batteries Carry Bag Documents : User's Guide Quick Start Card Warranty Card Quick Troubleshooting Guide 5 English Introduction Product Overview Main Unit 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 2 1 9 English 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Control Panel Zoom Lever Power Socket Speaker Elevator Button Zoom Lens Focus Ring IR Receivers Connection Ports Introduction Control Panel 4 3 2 1 5 6 7 8 9 1. 2. 3. 4. Enter Menu (On/Off) Power Four Directional Select Keys 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Source Select Resync Power LED Lamp Indicator LED Temp Indicator LED Connection Ports 6 5 4 3 2 1 1. VGA-In SCART Connector (PC Analog signal/SCART RGB/HDTV/Component Video Input) 2. Composite Video Input Connector 3. S-Video Input Connector 4. Audio Input Connector 5. Service Connector 6. KensingtonTM Lock Port 7 English Introduction Remote Control with Laser Pointer 8 9 1 2 3 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 1. Laser Button 2. Four Directional Select Keys 3. Keystone +/4. Page Up 5. Page Down 6. Source Select 7. Freeze 8. Power 9. Menu 10. Enter 11. Mute 12. Resync 13. Hide English 8 Installation Connecting the Projector RGB 1 2 Due to the difference in applications for each country, some regions may have different accessories. 1 7 S-Video Output 5 4 3 6 Video Output DVD Player, Settop Box, HDTV receiver 1. .............................................................................................................. VGA Cable 2. ...........................................................Audio Input Cable (Optional Accessory) 3. ........................................................................................ Composite Video Cable 4. ...................................................................S-Video Cable (Optional Accessory) 5. ....................................................... Audio Output Cable (Optional Accessory) 6. .....................................SCART VGA/S-Video Adaptor (For European Only) 7. ................................... D-15 to RCA Adapter for YPbPr (Optional Accessory) To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please set the display mode of your graphic card less than or equal to 1600 x 1200 resolution. Make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. Refer to the "Compatibility Modes" section on page 33. 9 English Installation Powering On/Off the Projector Powering On the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will flash green. 3. Turn on the lamp by pressing "Power" button on the control panel. And the Power LED will turn green. 4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player, etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically within "Management" menu; check that "Source Lock" has been set to "Off". If you connect multiple sources at the same time, use the "Source" button on the control panel or on remote control to switch. 2 Power Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources. 1 Lens Cap English 10 Installation Powering Off the Projector 1. Press the "Power" button to turn off the projector lamp; you will see a message displayed on the projector's screen. Press the "Power" button again to confirm, otherwise the message will disappear after 5 seconds. Please note that if the key is pressed instead, the projector will enter the "Picture Mute" mode and no image will be displayed. To exit the "Picture Mute" mode, press the "Power" button again. 2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 20 seconds for cooling cycle and the Power LED will turn green. When the Power LED begins flashing, the projector has entered standby mode. If you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait until the projector has completed the cooling cycle and has entered standby mode. Once in standby mode, simply press "Power" button to restart the projector. 3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector. 4. Do not turn on the projector immediately following a power off procedure. Warning Indicator When the "LAMP" indicator lights solid red, the projector will automatically shut itself down. Please contact your local reseller or service center. See page 34. When the "TEMP" indicator lights solid red for about 60 seconds, it indicates the projector has been overheated. The projector will automatically shut itself down. Under normal conditions, the projector can be switched on again after it has cooled down. If the problem persists, you should contact your local dealer or our service center. See page 34. When the "TEMP" indicator lights solid red, it indicates the fan failed. Please contact your local dealer or our service center. See page 34. 11 English Installation Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector Image Height The projector is equipped with elevator foot for adjusting the image height. To raise the image: 1. Press the elevator button . 2. Raise the image to the desired height angle , then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position. 3. Use screw in feet to fine-tune the display angle. To lower the image: 1. Press the elevator button. 2. ...