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- Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 1
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EPSON® PowerLite® 8150i Multimedia Projector Administrator's Manual - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 3
cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically explained in this User's Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 4
Introduction 1Setting Up the Projector Using this Manual to Set Up the Projector 8 Getting Help 9 Making the User's Guide Available to Users 10 Registration and Warranty 10 Unpacking the Projector 11 Additional Components 12 Optional Accessories 13 Positioning the Projector 16 Connecting to - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 5
Determining How Your Network is Set Up 46 Configuring the Projector 48 Testing the Network Connection 51 Giving Users Access to the Projector 52 Installing the Software 52 Identifying the Projector in the EMP Software 53 Giving the Projector Access to the Network 55 Configuring a PC to Share - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 6
89 Transporting the Projector 90 What To Do When the Lights Flash 92 Solving Problems with the Image or Sound 93 Solving Problems with the Remote Control 100 Solving Problems with EasyMP.net 101 Where To Get Help 103 Telephone Support Services 103 General 105 Projection Lamp 106 Remote - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 7
8Notices Index Important Safety Instructions 115 Declaration of Conformity 117 FCC Compliance Statement 118 End-User License Agreement for Microsoft Software . . . . . 119 Restrictions on Features When Viewing Microsoft Files . . 122 PowerPoint 122 Microsoft Excel 123 Microsoft Word 125 Rich - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 8
important information and useful tips. Introduction The EPSON® PowerLite® 8150i is a highly versatile presentation tool. You can connect it to one or two computer sources and up to three video sources and easily switch between them. In addition, the projector's EasyMP.net features let you transfer - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 9
®. See page 52. Using this Manual to Set Up the Projector Depending on how you plan to use the projector, follow these guidelines to set up the projector is connected and running, follow the instructions in "Setting up EasyMP.net" on page 45 to finish configuring the projector and give users full - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 10
: s To replace the air filter or lamp, or for other maintenance advice, turn to page 83. s For troubleshooting tips on setting up and using the projector, turn to page 91. If you still need help after checking these sources, you can use the EPSON PrivateLine® Support service. Call (800) 637-7661 and - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 11
Making the User's Guide Available to Users The PowerLite 8150i CD-ROM included in your Owner's Kit contains an electronic copy of this manual as well as the User's Guide. If your network includes a file server, you may wish to place a copy of the User's Guide on the server so it is available to - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 12
, make sure you have all the parts shown: projector power cord remote control memory card and adapter (16MB CompactFlash) batteries EPSON PowerLite 8150i CD-ROM (registration and electronic manuals) EasyMP.net Software CD-ROM VGA computer video cable VGA-to-5BNC computer video cable RCA - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 13
may need the Macintosh adapter set shown on page 20 (available from EPSON; see page 14). Older iMac™ systems may need a special adapter to a VGA output port; see your computer dealer. s To take advantage of the projector's Digital Visual Interface, you need a DVI cable, and your computer must be - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 14
Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following optional accessories: Product Product number Replacement lamp and air filter ELPLP11 Short throw zoom lens ELPLW01 Long throw zoom lens ELPLL02 Extra long throw zoom lens ELPLL03 Fixed short throw lens - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 15
a second computer; includes a Mac adapter set so you can connect a second Macintosh) ELPKC04 You can purchase these accessories from your dealer, by calling EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral. 14 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 16
a USB drawing tablet or mouse to be able to draw or write on screen. You'll find instructions in this chapter for the following: s Positioning the projector s Connecting to a computer s Connecting to a video device s Connecting to a network s Inserting the memory card s Connecting a USB device - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 17
approximately 3.1 to 48 feet from the screen when equipped with the standard lens. Use the figure below as a guideline to help you determine the projector's placement, or use the formulas on page 112 for additional guidance. 43 ft 8 ft 4 ft distance from screen Keep in mind that the image - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 18
tilt the projector upward as projector, you can use the projector's keystone correction to eliminate distortion caused by tilting the projector upward. But you'll get a better picture if you can leave the projector mounting the projector parallel to projector, you may want to connect a Kensington MicroSaver® - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 19
iBook™ with an RCA video-out port, follow the instructions for connecting to a video device on page 28. Connecting to a Computer Follow the instructions in this section to connect a PC or Macintosh directly to the projector. (To access the projector over a network, see page 31.) The connections you - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 20
the Computer and Monitor Cables 1. If you'll be viewing images on a monitor as well as the projection screen, connect the monitor cable to the projector's Monitor Out port, as shown. note If you're connecting to an older Macintosh, you may need a Macintosh adapter set. See page 20. Computer 1 VGA - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 21
need to use a Macintosh adapter set. You can purchase this set from EPSON; see page 14. Refer to the drawing below to make the proper you want to use, such as 16-inch mode. See your Macintosh documentation for instructions. 2. Replace the cover and connect the adapter to one end of the computer - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 22
3. To use the Macintosh monitor adapter, connect it to the monitor cable, as shown below, and then plug it in to the projector's Monitor Out port. Macintosh monitor adapter (if needed) 4. Tighten the screws on the connectors. Setting Up the Projector 21 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 23
's not connected to the network, you need to connect the serial cable as described below. 1. Connect the round end of the main cable to the projector's Mouse/Com port, as shown. PC serial cable mouse cable Mouse/Com port main cable 2. To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, choose the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 24
won't be able to make this connection if your computer has only one serial port that is being used to support a serial mouse. But you can still use EMP Link V if the projector and computer are connected to your network. Connect the other end of the Mac serial cable to the printer - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 25
Connecting the Audio Cable To use the projector's built-in speaker system, connect the 3.5-mm audio cable between the speaker or audio out port on the computer's sound card and the projector's Audio port. Audio port audio cable 24 Setting Up the Projector - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 26
workstation, or a Digital Visual Interface (DVI) source, follow the instructions below. Connecting to a Second Computer Follow these steps to connect port. 2. Connect the five connectors at the other end of the cable to the projector's R (red), G (green), B (blue), H/C Sync (horizontal sync), and - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 27
Connecting to a High-End Workstation Your PowerLite projector is capable of remapping input resolutions up to 1600 × 1200 pixels. Since 1280 × 1024 pixels is the default resolution for most leading workstations, your projector is ideal for displaying workstation video output. There is no standard - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 28
three video sources at the same time: s For composite video, use the RCA video cable included with the projector. s For S-Video, use the S-Video cable supplied with your video device or obtain one from your electronics for the type of video source you wish to connect. Setting Up the Projector 27 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 29
video-out port of your video source. RCA audio cable RCA video cable 2. To use the projector's built-in speaker system, connect the RCA audio cable to the left and right Audio ports of the projector (insert the white plug into the L port and the red plug into the R port). Connect the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 30
other end into the S-video port of your video source. S-Video connector S-Video cable 2. To use the projector's built-in speaker system, connect the RCA audio cable to the S-Audio/Audio2 ports of the projector (insert the white plug into the L port and the red plug into the R port). Connect the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 31
to the corresponding connectors on your video source. 3. If the image doesn't display properly, you may need to change the BNC option in the projector's Setting menu to YCbCr (see page 79). To use the projector's built-in sound system, connect the RCA audio cable to the S-Audio/Audio2 ports of the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 32
projector's network settings and perform other setup procedures as described in "Setting up EasyMP.net" on page 45. Preparing Your Network To connect the PowerLite 8150i mouse or drawing tablet directly to the projector (see page 34). To draw on screen, users can run the EMP Tablet software and - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 33
needs to be on the network, but if it's equipped with a wireless Ethernet card, the user won't have to worry about connecting any cables. Connecting to the Network Once your network is set up, connect the projector to it using a standard (Category 5 UTP) network cable. Plug the cable into the RJ45 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 34
insert the card, follow these steps: 1. If necessary, place the memory card in the card adapter: 2. Insert the card into the PCMCIA slot on the projector: To remove the card, press the eject button to the left of the card slot. press here If the button is recessed, press and release - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 35
note If you don't want to connect a mouse or tablet directly to the projector, you can instead connect it to a networked PC or laptop, and then use the EMP Tablet software to draw on screen or type. See the User's Guide for details on using the software. Connecting to a USB Device For some - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 36
your computer, network, or other equipment (as described in Chapter 1), you're ready to turn on the projector and adjust the image. This chapter covers the following: s Turning on the projector s Setting the date and time s Selecting the image source s Adjusting the image and sound s Shutting down - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 37
receive data from the network whenever it's plugged in. (The projection lamp doesn't have to be on.) power cord The power light on the projector's control panel glows orange, indicating that the projector is receiving power but the lamp is not turned on. power light 36 Displaying and Adjusting the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 38
Esc Sync. Sync. Keystone Shift Volume Tracking 5 4 The projector's power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and the projection lamp comes on in about 30 seconds. (To turn off the lamp, see page 44.) If you're turning on the projector for the first time, you see the following screen - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 39
done, click Set. The EasyMP.net main menu screen appears: click Set Follow the instructions in the next section to switch between picture sources and display the desired image. Selecting the Image Source If the projector is connected to a computer or video source, you can display the source image - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 40
3. On the projector's control panel, press the Comp/EasyMP button to switch to the computer source or press the Video button to switch to the video source. (On - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 41
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image. focus ring note You can purchase optional lenses to change the focal length of the projector. See page 112 for specifications and page 13 for ordering information. Rotate the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image. zoom ring If the image still isn - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 42
Adjusting the Height of Your Image You can adjust the height of the image using the lens shift knob and the projector's feet. Using the Lens Shift Knob Use the lens shift knob to raise or lower the image. If the knob is recessed, press and release - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 43
position. 3. To fine-tune the height of the image, rotate the thumb wheels attached to the projector's feet. If the image is no longer square after raising it, see the next section. the image using the remote control (see the User's Guide for details). 42 Displaying and Adjusting the Image - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 44
Adjusting the Volume If you've connected an audio source, you can adjust the projector's volume from the control panel. Hold the Shift button down while pressing the + or - side of the Volume button. You can also adjust Shift the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 45
power button power light caution To avoid damaging the projector or lamp, never unplug the power cord when the power projector is in "sleep mode," but it can still receive data over the network. 3. If necessary, unplug the power cord. (When unplugged, the projector won't be accessible to users - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 46
a memory card, as described in Chapter 1. Then follow the instructions in this chapter to: s Configure the projector's network settings s Install the EasyMP.net software s Give users access to the projector from their PCs s Give the projector access to a server or networked PC Setting up EasyMP.net - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 47
peer-to-peer network You have a simple peer-to-peer network if it your equipment is connected through a hub, as shown below: Hub Projector name : EasyMP.net IP Address : 192. 168. 1. 1 Subnet Mask : 255. 255. 255.0 Default Gateway : x. x. x. x Computer name : PC5 IP Address : 192. 168. 1.5 Subnet - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 48
254 192. 168. 200. 254 192. 168. 100. 254 Mpereotjiengctrooromsub1n9e2.t168. 200.0 IP Subnetwork UTP-5 cable with 10BASE/100BASE-T Other IP Subnetwork Hub Projector name : EasyMP.net IP Address : 192. 168. 200. 1 Subnet Mask : 255. 255. 255.0 Default Gateway : 192. 168. 200. 254 WINS : 192. 168 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 49
Comp2/YCbCr Capture Auto Video APPs Resize P in P Preset - Volume + If you don't see the main menu, press the Comp/Easy-MP button on the projector's control panel. (You may need to press it more than once.) You can also press the EasyMP.net button on the remote control. 48 Setting - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 50
use the projector's remote control to point and click. If you don't have a USB keyboard, you can use the software keyboard. See page 50 for instructions. 3. the screen. Then enter a user name and password, up to 16 characters, and click Set. (Only one user name and password combination is possible - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 51
(not used by any other device on the network). 7. Click Set. 8. Enter a name for the projector (up to 15 characters) so that users can easily identify it on the network. If you have more than one projector on the network, you must give each one a unique name. 9. Click Set. 10. Turn off the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 52
as Microsoft Internet Explorer) and enter the projector's IP address as the location you want to go to. If the connection is established, you see this screen. When done testing, turn to page 52 to install the projector software and give users remote access to the projector. Setting up EasyMP.net 51 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 53
cannot be used on a Macintosh. Giving Users Access to the Projector To enable users to send their presentations to the projector, you need to install the EMP software on each user's system. Once it's installed, you should open the software and identify the projector so that it can be easily - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 54
s EMP Tablet 5. Restart the system. Follow the instructions in the next section to identify the projector in the EMP software. note After installing the software, you may wish to place the projector User's Guide on the user's system. Insert the PowerLite 8150i CD-ROM. When you see the main menu - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 55
's name isn't listed, click Edit on the Connection window and enter the projector's name and IP address manually.) 3. Select the name of the projector you wish to give the user access to, then click Property. 4. On the next screen, click Add. 5. Click Exit. The next time you open EMP Tablet (or - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 56
This is convenient, for example, when sharing "meeting minutes." Or if a server is set up between the office subnet and the projector subnet as shown on page 31, users will need to use the projector to download their presentations from the server. Follow the steps below to configure each system the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 57
3. Click the Identification tab. You see a screen similar to the following: 4. If not already established, enter a name for the computer and its workgroup (or domain in Windows NT). Be sure to note down the computer name, because you'll need it later to finish the setup. For Windows 95 or 98, - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 58
6. Click the File and Print Sharing button. You see this screen: 7. Select I want to be able to give others access to my files, then click OK. 8. Click the Access Control tab. 9. Select Share-level access control, then click OK. 10. Restart the computer so that the settings take effect. 11. Open - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 59
. Select the level of security desired (read-only or full access) and enter a password, if needed, according to the instructions for your operating system. The projector will prompt the user for the password before connecting to the drive or folder. 16. Click OK to close the dialog box. 58 Setting - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 60
Projector Follow these steps to enable the projector to recognize any shared systems on the network: 1. Turn on the projector Easy-MP button on the projector's control panel. (You mouse or tablet, to the projector as shown. If you have , you can use the projector's remote control to point and click. - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 61
3. Click the Easy File icon: You see the following screen: click here 4. Click Connection Target Setting. You see the following screen: click here 60 Setting up EasyMP.net - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 62
the one you entered in the dialog box on page 58. Note that the parameters are case-sensitive. You should also enter a name so that users can easily recognize the shared files. Type it in under "Connection Target Name." 8. Click Save. To test the connection, make sure the target name is - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 63
62 Setting up EasyMP.net - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 64
using its control panel buttons, see the User's Guide. You can use the remote control to access the on-screen menu system to adjust the image and sound, create your own startup screen, or find out how long the projection lamp has been used. If the projector is connected over a network or with - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 65
a standard web browser to control the image and sound, switch between video sources, and find out how long the projection lamp has been in use. This is especially useful when the projector is in a hard-to-reach location, as when ceiling-mounted or set up for rear-screen projection. Using EMP Link - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 66
page 67. For more information, see the online EMP Link V User's Guide. (Click Start, Programs, and EasyMP, then click EMP Link V and select User's Guide.) Using a Browser To control the projector from a standard web browser, the projector must be connected to a network (as described on page 31) and - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 67
settings. s Click Easy Menu to adjust the image or sound, switch between video sources, or check to see how long the lamp has been in use. Note that many of the settings are the same as those used in the projector's menu system, described on the following pages. 66 Fine-tuning the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 68
Using the Projector's Menu System You can use the buttons on the control panel or remote control to :Select :Enter Adjustment : 9999 : 99 : 0 : 0 : 0 : Normal Natural : Auto Manual [ Select Execute Select ] The individual menus are listed on the left, and the options available for - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 69
to the main menu. Your changes are saved automatically. 7. Press Esc again (or the Menu button) to exit the menu system. 68 Fine-tuning the Projector - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 70
Reset Adjustment : 9999 : 99 : 0 : 0 : 0 : Normal Natural : Auto Manual [ Select Execute Select ] :Select :Enter Video menu for standard computer display Video Audio Effect : 0 : 0 : Normal Natural Execute :Select :Enter Video menu for EasyMP.net Fine-tuning the Projector 69 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 71
. s Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. s Tracking (computer images only) Removes unwanted vertical lines from a computer image by matching the projector's internal clock to the computer display signal. s Sync (computer images only) Corrects fuzziness by synchronizing the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 72
video images. s Resolution (computer images only) Leave this setting at Auto to allow the projector to detect the video signal automatically. If the projector is unable to sync up with the computer, select Manual and choose one of the settings. s Video Signal Leave this setting at Auto unless you - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 73
at the top right of the screen. To select another number, press the Preset button again until the setting number you want is displayed. The projector resets itself according to the selected setting. Adjusting the Sound You can use the Audio menu to adjust the volume, treble and bass, and the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 74
can use the remote control to highlight your presentation with special graphics, as described in the User's Guide. With the Effect menu, you can customize these tools and set the cursor speed for 4 Bar Setting Cursor Speed : L M H Reset Execute :Select :Enter Fine-tuning the Projector 73 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 75
cursor speed to low, medium, or high. 4. When you're finished customizing the highlighting tools, press Esc. Your selections are saved. 74 Fine-tuning the Projector - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 76
when the projector isn't receiving a signal, or as the screen you see after pressing the A/V Mute button; see the next page for instructions. The image to EasyMP.net, you have to use EasyMP's capture function; see the User's Guide for details.) Follow these steps: 1. Press the Menu button on the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 77
card. You can display it using Easy View or Easy Review, or copy it onto computers connected to the network using the EasyMP software. See the User's Guide for details. Creating Your Own Startup Screen Start by displaying use this image?" select Yes and press Enter. 76 Fine-tuning the Projector - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 78
Select a zoom rate (display size), then press Enter. 8. When the message "Do you save the user's logo?" appears, select Yes and press Enter. Saving the logo may take a few moments. Do not use your projector or video source (computer, DVD player, etc.) while the logo is being saved. 9. When you see - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 79
Enter button (remote control) to set the following options: s Keystone Corrects the shape of an image that's no longer square after raising the projector. s P in P Selects the source used by the picture-in-picture display (standard composite video or S-Video). s No-Signal Msg. Selects a screen color - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 80
YCbCr. s Sleep mode When sleep mode is on, the projector turns off the lamp if it has not received any input signals for 30 minutes. Turn sleep mode off Language Select [English] Startup Screen : ON OFF Color Setting : Auto Manual Comp2Sync Termination : ON Rear Proj. : ON OFF Ceiling : ON OFF - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 81
. Select Auto to let the projector automatically adjust the color setting. Select Manual to adjust the setting yourself, then Ceiling Turn on when the projector is mounted upside-down from the ceiling. 4. When you're finished, press Esc. note You can view the lamp-on time from a remote computer - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 82
image source: Video Audio Effect Setting Capture Advanced About Reset All Lamp ON Time Video Source Frequency SYNC Polarity SYNC Mode Resolution Refresh Rate lamp handy. 3. When you're finished, press Esc. Restoring the Default Settings The Reset All option lets you return all the projector - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 83
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on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product yourself, except as specifically explained in this manual. Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel. Your projector needs - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 85
moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface. remove lens cap, then clean the lens Cleaning the Projector Case Before cleaning the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. s To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. s To remove - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 86
to remove or if the filter is torn, replace it. Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United States and Canada to obtain a new one. note When you get a replacement lamp for your projector, a new air filter is included. You should replace the filter when you replace the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 87
is flashing red or orange. s The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when the projector lamp comes on (after about 1900 hours of use). To maintain projector brightness and image quality, replace the lamp as soon as possible. Contact your dealer or call EPSON at (800) 873-7766 in the United - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 88
Follow these steps to replace the lamp: 1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. 2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least an hour (if it has been on). 3. Use a screwdriver to loosen the two retaining screws on the lamp cover. (You cannot remove these screws from the cover.) - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 89
sure it's inserted all the way. Tighten the screws on the new lamp. 7. Replace the lamp cover and tighten its screws. (Make sure the lamp cover is securely fastened. The projector turns itself off if the lamp cover is open.) 8. Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section. Resetting the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 90
is in the ON position (see below). With fresh batteries installed, the remote control should work at a distance of about 30 feet from the projector; as the batteries get old, the remote control's range decreases and you may need to replace the batteries. caution When replacing batteries, take the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 91
don't, change the batteries as described above. light button Freeze A/V Mute E-Zoom Power R/C ON OFF 3 2 5 4 1 Enter Esc on/off switch 90 Maintaining and Transporting the Projector - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 92
want to store the remote control inside the projector's carrying case, be sure to turn it off using the switch on its side. This prevents the batteries from discharging if something inside the case presses against one of the remote control's buttons. note EPSON shall not be liable for any damages - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 93
warning Except as specifically explained in this manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. This chapter helps you solve problems with the projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can't solve yourself. This chapter explains the following: s What - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 94
projector back on, wait until the light stops flashing and press the Power button. Power is cut off because of an internal problem. Remove the power cord and contact EPSON for help; see page 103. The lamp is almost burned out. This is a good time to replace it. See page 86 for instructions. The lamp - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 95
caused by damage to the cooling fan or internal circuits. Contact EPSON for help; see page 103. There is a problem with the cooling fan or temperature sensor. Turn off the projector and unplug it. Contact EPSON for help; see page 103. Solving Problems with the Image or Sound No image appears on the - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 96
key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or to display on both at the same time. Check your laptop's manual or online help for details. s the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your computer's documentation or online help for details. 94 Solving Problems - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 97
one monitor icon on top of the other 3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. 4. If the Arrange option isn't available, click the Monitor icon. click here select a Simulscan resolution 5. Select one of the listed Simulscan - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 98
exceed UXGA (1600 × 1200), and the frequency is supported by the projector (see page 108). If necessary, change your computer's instructions.) s Make sure your computer's resolution setting is correct. Ideally, it should be 1024 × 768 to match the projector specific information. 96 Solving Problems - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 99
in the projected image quality when the image is displayed simultaneously on your laptop computer and the projector, turn off the laptop's LCD display. The image is blurry. s There may be dirt or smears on the lens. Clean select Reset to return to the factory default settings. Solving Problems 97 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 100
on the control panel. This resets the projector's tracking and sync settings. s If further adjustment is needed, you can fine-tune the Tracking and Sync settings manually using the buttons on the control panel sharpness of the image. Menu Esc Sync. Tracking Tracking Sync. 98 Solving Problems - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 101
balance may be incorrect. If you're displaying a computer image, use the Gamma option in the projector's Video menu to adjust the balance of red, green, and blue. If you're displaying video, source. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button. Solving Problems 99 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 102
Enter Esc on/off switch Solving Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn't respond to remote control commands. s Make sure the remote control is turned on. s Make sure you are within 30 feet of the projector, have a direct line-of-sight to the projector's front or back sensor, and are - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 103
Solving Problems with EasyMP.net You cannot find the projector on your network. s Make sure the projector is plugged into a power outlet (the projector doesn't have to be turned on, though). s Make sure the network cable is connected. s If you have more than one projector on the network, make sure - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 104
projector, but it doesn't show up in Easy View. Make sure the presentation file is in one of the compatible formats described in the User's Guide. Projected images don't fit on the screen. Select Fit to screen in Easy View, as described in the User's Guide the scenario window. 102 Solving Problems - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 105
EPSON PrivateLine Support card included in your Owner's Kit. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live representative, and it's free. This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a projector support - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 106
, please have the following information ready: s Product name (EPSON PowerLite 8150i) s Product serial number (located on the bottom of the projector) s Video source (computer, DVD player, etc.) and how it's connected s Description of the problem You can purchase screens, carrying cases, and other - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 107
7 Technical Specifications General Type of display Size of liquid crystal panels Lens Resolution Color reproduction Brightness Image 14.6 meters) Front, rear, upside-down (ceiling mount) 3-watt stereo speakers 4:3 (horizontal : vertical) 1:1.3 ± 30° (ratio: 10.0 to 5.5) Technical Specifications 105 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 108
Lamp life About 2000 hours Part number ELPLP11 Remote Control Range 32.8 feet (10 meters) Batteries Alkaline AA (2) Mouse Compatibility Supports PS/2, USB, serial, ADB Remote IR Receiver Supports EPSON 4.0 A 200 to 240 VAC, 2.0 A Operating: 360 W Standby: 8.5 W 106 Technical Specifications - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 109
. 3 DOC SOR/88-475 CSA C22.2 No. 950 Rev. 3 Directive 89/336/EEC EN 55022 Class B EN 50082-1 Directive 73/23/EEC EN 60950 Technical Specifications 107 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 110
projector supports computer displays ranging from VGA through UXGA. EPSON's patented SizeWise™ chip automatically resizes images as needed to display in the projector's native format. The projector also supports XGA43i XGA60 XGA70 XGA75 XGA85 108 Technical Specifications Resolution 640 x 400 640 x - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 111
175.5 189 202.5 202.5 202.5 31.33 30.24 57.28 64 80 100 27 27 13.5 13.5 74.176 148.352 74.176 Technical Specifications 109 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 112
2 or component video source) Audio 1 connector Component video connector left and right audio connectors Monitor Out connector S-Video/Audio 2 connector Stack Out connector 110 Technical Specifications - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 113
Port Pin Assignments The Computer 1 analog port (the VGA port on the right side of the projector) and the Monitor Out port are female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connectors. Here are GND GND Reserved GND Reserved Reserved Horizontal sync Vertical sync Vertical sync Technical Specifications 111 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 114
when you know the distance from the projector to the screen, or to find out how far from the screen to place the projector if you want an image of a Maximum diagonal size = (0.487 × projection distance) + 5.9 Minimum diagonal size = (0.286 × projection distance) + 3.7 112 Technical Specifications - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 115
= (4.331 × diagonal size) - 9.7 Minimum projection distance = (5.850 × diagonal size) - 9.7 s Centimeters: Maximum projection distance = (4.331 × diagonal size) - 24.5 Minimum projection distance = (5.850 × diagonal size) - 24.7 Technical Specifications 113 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 116
distance when you know the diagonal size of the screen image: s Inches: Projection distance = (0.807 × diagonal size) - 2.8 s Centimeters: Projection distance = (0.807 × diagonal size) - 7.0 114 Technical Specifications - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 117
and other important information about your EPSON PowerLite projector. Important Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: s Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. s Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 118
kind through cabinet slots. Never spill liquid of any kind into the projector. s Except as specifically explained in this User's Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 119
CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers We: Located at: Tel: EPSON AMERICA, INC. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way MS: 6-43 Long Beach, CA 90806-2469 (562 that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name: EPSON Type of Product: LCD Projector Model: EMP-8150/ELP-8150 Notices 117 - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 120
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 121
with the SOFTWARE that is associated with a separate end-user license agreement is licensed to you under the terms of that license agreement. DO NOT USE THE DEVICE OR COPY THE SOFTWARE. INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CONTACT EPSON FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON RETURNING THE UNUSED DEVICE(S) FOR A REFUND. ANY USE OF THE SOFTWARE - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 122
navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines or weapons systems, in which the failure of any country to which the U.S. has embargoed or restricted the export of goods or services, which as of May 1999 includes, but are not necessarily limited to Cuba, Iran - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 123
The SOFTWARE contains strong encryption features. The SOFTWARE may be distributed in the United States, its territories, possessions and dependencies, and Canada without an export license. Export of the SOFTWARE from the United States is regulated under "El controls" of the Export Administration - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 124
RTF-format (Rich Text Format) files. See each section below for specific information. PowerPoint The following restrictions apply when displaying PowerPoint files incorporated into . Fonts Fonts that are not installed on the projector will be converted to the installed font that is most similar. - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 125
will not be displayed. There are cases where text will not be displayed in the correct position. Graphs Graph animation is not supported. Picture Picture (extended meta file) format inserted from files other than PowerPoint files will not be displayed. Microsoft Excel The following restrictions - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 126
124 Notices Display Headers and footers will not be displayed. Fonts Fonts that are not installed on the projector will be converted to the installed font that is most similar. Formats Line styles: All lines, no matter how they are formatted, will be displayed - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 127
line count specification and line pitch setting will be disabled. Grid lines will not be displayed. Display There are cases where headers and footers will not be displayed correctly. These can only be displayed with the print layout function. Fonts Fonts that are not installed on the projector will - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 128
126 Notices There are cases where page numbers will not be displayed correctly. Tab leaders will not be displayed. Sound and video clip art and media clips cannot be played back. Inserted auto text will not be displayed. Certain special characters cannot be displayed. Cross-references will be - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 129
files with Easy View. Files The character count specification, character pitch setting, line count specification and line pitch setting will be disabled. print layout function. Fonts Fonts that are not installed on the projector will be converted to the installed font that is most similar. Inserts - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 130
Certain inserted objects cannot be displayed. Use Microsoft objects. Layout frames and objects inserted in the layout frames cannot be displayed. Formats All lines, no matter how they are formatted, will be displayed as single solid lines. Shading and 3D effects for ruled lines will not be displayed - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 131
problems, 99 Auto button, 70 B Bass, adjusting, 72 to 73 Batteries, installing, 89 BNC, connecting a computer with, 25 Brightness setting, 70 specification, projector's name in, 53 to 54 Environmental specifications, 107 EPSON accessories, 13 to 14, 104 PrivateLine Support, 9, 103 technical support - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 132
in projector, 75 to 77 correcting shape, 42, 78, 97 displaying on laptop screen, 94 focusing, 40 positioning, 41 to 42, 70 problems, 93 specifications, 105 Lens shift knob, 41 Lights, status, 92 to 93 Logo, saving on projector, 75 to 77 Lumens (specification), 105 M Macintosh adapter, 14, 20 Manuals - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 133
39 transporting, 90 troubleshooting, 91 to 102 turning off, 44 turning on, 36 to 37 unpacking, 11 to 12 viewing status information, 80 Projector case, cleaning, 84 R Rear-screen projection, 16 Registration, 10 Remote control installing batteries, 89 problems, 100 specifications, 106 Resetting menu - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 134
, adjusting, 70, 98 Transporting projector, 90 Treble, adjusting, 72 to 73 Troubleshooting EasyMP.net, 101 image problems, 93 to 99 remote control problems, 100 sound problems, 99 status lights, 92 to 93 Turning off projector, 44 Turning on projector, 36 to 37 U Unpacking projector, 11 to 12 USB - Epson PowerLite 8150i | Administrator's Manual - Page 135
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