Epson EB-420 Betriebsanweisung

User’s Guide

Name FunctionRAudio-L/R portInputs audio from equipment connected to the S-Videoport or the Video port.SS-Video portFor S-video signals from video sou

aAfter you turn off the projector's power and the confirmationbuzzer beeps twice, disconnect the power cable.bOpen the air filter cov

aDispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your localregulations.Material of the frame part: PolypropyleneMaterial of t

Appendix

Projecting Without a Computer (Slideshow)By connecting a USB storage device such as a USB memory or a USB harddisk to the projector, you can proj

bConnect the USB storage device or digital camera to the projector.s "Connecting USB Devices" p.22Slideshow starts and the file

aIf not all of the files and folders are displayed on the currentscreen, press the []] button on the remote control, or positionthe cu

bPress the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons to select the image fileyou want to project.cPress the [ ] button.The image is displayed.aPress the

aIf Screen Switching Time on the Option screen is set to No, files donot change automatically when you select Play Slideshow. Press the

About EasyMP MonitorEasyMP Monitor lets you carry out operations such as checking the statusof multiple Epson projectors that are connected to a net

Items in the Configuration menu that cannot be set by a Web browser• Settings menu - Keystone - Quick Corner• Settings menu - Poi

Name FunctionCRear feetWhen setup on a surface such as a desk, turn to extend andretract to adjust the horizontal tilt.s "Adjusting the Horizonta

Name FunctionA[t] buttonTurns the projector power on or off.s "From Installation to Projection" p.28B[Computer] buttonEach time you press th

Using the Mail Notification Function to Report ProblemsWhen you set Mail Notification, notification messages are sent to the presetemail addresses

a• SNMP should be managed by a network administrator or someonewho is familiar with the network.• To use the SNMP function to monit

• Projector input port name: RS-232C<At the projector> <At the computer><At the projector> (PC serial cable) <At the computer

Source PJLink CommandLAN INPT 52USB Display INPT 53• Manufacturer name displayed for "Manufacture name information query"EPSON• Model

aStart a Web browser on the computer.bEnter the IP address of the projector in the address field of theWeb browser, and press the

Button FunctionOKPerforms the same operation as the [] button on theremote control.s "Remote Control" p.12Menu Displays and closes the Confi

Item FunctionDHCP Select the Enabled check box to use DHCP. You cannotenter an IP address if DHCP is enabled.IP Address Enter the IP address to assign

The following optional accessories and consumables are available. Pleasepurchase these products as and when needed.The following list of

Projection Distance (For EB-430/EB-420)AProjection distanceBDistance from the center of the lens to the base of the screen(or to the top of the screen

Name FunctionD[w][v] button• Displays the Keystone screen allowing you to correctkeystone distortion in vertical and horizontaldirections.s "H/V-

Projection Distance (For EB-435W/EB-425W)AProjection distanceBDistance from the center of the lens to the base of the screen(or to the top of the scre

16:10 Screen SizeABMinimum (Wide) to Maximum(Tele)Minimum(Wide)70" 150x94 72 - 99 1180" 170x110 83 - 113 1390" 190x120 94*1410

Supported ResolutionsComputer signals (analog RGB)Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots)VGA 60/72/75/85 640x480SVGA 56/60/72/75/85 800x600XGA 6

Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots)SDTV (480i/480p) 60 720x480SDTV (576i/576p) 50 720x576HDTV (720p) 50/60 1280x720HDTV (1080i) 50/60 1920x1080

Projector General SpecificationsProduct nameEB-435W EB-430 EB-425W EB-420Dimensions345 (W) x 105 (H) x 277 (D) mm (not including raised section)LCD pa

Video port 1RCA pin jackS-Video port 1Mini DIN 4-pinAudio1 port 1Stereo mini pin jackAudio2 port 1Stereo mini pin jackAudio-L/R port 1RCA

This product is also designed for IT power distribution system with phase-to-phase voltage 230V.Angle of tiltIf you use the projector tilte

DECLARATION of CONFORMITYAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/orCPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Cl

ACenter of lensBMeasurements from the center of the lens to the wall mount plate fixing points orthe ceiling mount fixing points.Units: mmAppearance1

This section briefly explains the difficult terms that are not explained in the text of this guide. For details, refer to other commercially avail

Name FunctionA[t] buttonTurns the projector power on or off.s "From Installation to Projection" p.28B[Computer] buttonEach time you press th

sRGBAn international standard for color intervals that was formulated so that colors that are reproduced by video equipment can be handled easily byco

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrievalsystem, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electroni

AA/V Mute ... 44Abs. Color Temp. ... 60Air exhaust vent ...

Monitor displays ... 122Mouse pointer ... 47NNetwork Configuration ...

User's Logo Protect ... 52VVideo port ... 9Video Signal ..

Name FunctionM[E-Zoom] buttons[z][x]Enlarges or reduces the image without changing theprojection size.s "Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom)&quo

Replacing the remote control batteriesIf the remote control becomes unresponsive or inoperable after it has beenused for some time, the batteri

Preparing the ProjectorThis chapter explains how to install the projector and connect projection sources.

Installation MethodsThe projector supports the following four different projection methods.Install the projector according to the condition

The port name, location, and connector orientation differ depending on the source being connected.Connecting a ComputerTo project image

aYou can use the commercially available USB cable to connect the projector to a computer to project images from the computer.This

Notations Used in This Guide• Safety indicationsThe documentation and the projector use graphical symbols to show how to use the projec

Connect the video output port on the image source to the projector's S-Video port using a commercially available video cable.You can output audio

Attention• If the input source is on when you connect it to the projector, it could cause a malfunction.• If the orientation or s

a• If the source you want to connect to has an unusually shaped port, use the cable supplied with the device or an optional cable

Attention• If you use a USB hub, operation may not be performed correctly. Devices such as digital cameras and USB devices should

Connecting External EquipmentYou can output images and audio by connecting an external monitor or speaker.AWhen outputting images to an ex

aTo prevent malfunctions, use a category 5 shielded LAN cable.Connecting Equipment25

Installing the Optional Wireless LAN UnitaRemove the stopper fixing screw, and then remove the wirelessLAN unit's stopper.bInstall th

Basic UsageThis chapter explains how to project and adjust images.

From Installation to ProjectionThis section explains the procedure for connecting the projector to acomputer with the computer cable and

Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image (Source Search)Press the [Source Search] button to project images from the port c

Notations Used in This Guide ... 2IntroductionProjector Features ... 7Projection Functions

Switching to the Target Image Using the Remote ControlYou can change directly to the target image by pressing the followingbuttons on the

For Mac OSOSMac OS X 10.5.1 or laterMac OS X 10.6.xCPUPower PC G4 1GHz or fasterRecommended: Core Duo 1.83GHz or fasterAmount ofMemory512 MB or more

cComputer images are projected.It may take a while for computer images to be projected. Until thecomputer images are projected, leave the equi

For Windows XPaClick Start, and then click Control Panel.bDouble-click Add or Remove Programs.cSelect Epson USB Display and click Remove

Correcting Keystone DistortionYou can correct keystone distortion using one of the following methods.• H/V-KeystoneManually correct distort

aYou can set H/V-Keystone from the Configuration menu.s Settings - Keystone - H/V-Keystone p.63Quick CornerThis allows you to manuall

eUsing the [ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] buttons on the remotecontrol, or the [], [ ], [Wide], and [Tele] buttons on thecontrol panel, corr

aIf the [Esc] button is held down for about two seconds whilethe corner selection screen from step 4 is displayed, thefollowing scre

BRetract the rear foot.Correcting the FocusYou can correct the focus using the focus ring.Adjusting the VolumeYou can adjust the volume usin

Mode ApplicationBlackboardEven if you are projecting onto a blackboard(greenboard), this setting gives your images anatural tint, just l

Freezing the Image (Freeze)...44Pointer Function (Pointer)...45Enlarging Part

Changing the Aspect Ratio of the Projected ImageYou can change the Aspect Ratiog of the projected image to suit the type,the ratio of height a

Aspect mode Input SignalXGA 1024X768(4:3) WXGA 1280X800(16:10)16:9FullZoomNativeaIf parts of the image are missing, set the Resolution setting

B4:3C16:9Projecting images from a computerEach time the [Aspect] button on the remote control is pressed, the aspectmode changes in the or

Useful FunctionsThis chapter explains useful functions for giving presentations and so on, and the security functions.

Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)You can use this when you want to focus the audience's attention on whatyou are saying, or i

a• Audio does not stop.• For moving images, the images continue to play back while thescreen is frozen, so it is not possible to resume p

Enlarging Part of the Image (E-Zoom)This is useful when you want to expand images to see them in greaterdetail, such as graphs and tables.aStart

Using the Remote Control to Operate the Mouse Pointer (Wireless Mouse)When the USB port of a computer and the USB(TypeB) port on theproject

a• When any pair of adjacent [ ], [ ], [ ], or [ ] buttons arepressed at the same time, the pointer can be moved diagonally.• If

a• When User's Logo Protect from Password Protect is set toOn, a message is displayed and the User's Logo cannot bechange

MaintenanceCleaning ... 94Cleaning the Projector's Surface...94Cle

fSelect the zoom factor from the zoom setting screen.gWhen the message "Save this image as the User's Logo?" isdisplayed, select Yes.

aIf User Pattern is selected when Keystone, E-Zoom, Aspect, orAdjust Zoom is being performed, the function currently beingperformed is

The projector has the following enhanced security functions.• Password ProtectYou can limit who can use the projector.• Control Panel

a• If Password Protect is already activated, you must enter thepassword.If the password is entered correctly, the Password Protectset

When you enter the correct password, Password Protect is temporarilyreleased.Attention• If an incorrect password is entered three time

dSelect Yes when the confirmation message is displayed.The control panel buttons are locked according to the setting youchose.aYou can

Configuration MenuThis chapter explains how to use the Configuration menu and its functions.

This section explains how to use the Configuration menu.Although steps are explained using the remote control as an example, youcan perform t

Configuration Menu TableSettable items vary depending on the model being used and the imagesignal and source being projected.Top Menu

Top Menu Name Submenu Name Items or Setting ValuesStandby Microphone On and OffLanguage 15 or 35 languages*1Info menus p.74Lamp Hours

IntroductionThis chapter explains the projector's features and the part names.

Top Menu Name Submenu Name Items or Setting ValuesTrap IP Address 1 andTrap IP Address 2-Priority Gateway Wired LAN and Wireless LANAMX Device Discove

Sub-menu FunctionColor Adjust-ment(This item cannot be selected if Color Mode is set to sRGBg.)You can adjust the color strength for Red, Green, and B

Sub-menu FunctionSync.You can adjust computer images when flickering, fuzziness, orinterference appear in the images.PositionYou can adjust the displa

Settings MenuSub-menu FunctionKeystoneYou can correct keystone distortion.• When H/V-Keystone is selected:Adjust V-Keystone and H-Keystone to correct

Sub-menu FunctionUser ButtonYou can select the item assigned from the Configuration menuwith the remote control's [User] button. By pressing the

Sub-menu FunctionDisplayYou can make settings related to the projector's display.Messages: When set to Off, the following items will n

Sub-menu FunctionLanguageYou can set the language for messages and menus.ResetYou can reset the adjustment values for Display*1 andOper

Notes on operating the Network menuSelecting from the top menu and sub menus, and changing selected items isthe same as making operations f

Basic menuSub-menu FunctionProjector NameDisplays the projector name used to identify the projector whenconnected to a network.When editing, you can e

Sub-menu FunctionConnectionModeSet the connection mode when using EasyMP NetworkProjection to connect the projector and computer.This is set to Quick

Projection FunctionsEnabling projection from a short distanceYou can project large images from a short distance without having to movethe proje

Security menuSub-menu FunctionSecuritySelect the security type from the items that are displayed.When setting security, follow the instructions from t

• WPAThis is an encryption standard that improves security which is a weakpoint of WEP. Although there are multiple kinds of WPA

Sub-menu FunctionIP SettingsYou can make settings related to the following addresses.DHCPg: Set to On to configure the network using DHCP. If thisis s

Sub-menu FunctionAddress 1 Set-ting/Address 2Setting/Address3 SettingYou can input the email address of the destination to send thenotification email

Sub-menu FunctionAMX Device Dis-coveryWhen the projector is connected to a network, set this to On toallow the projector to be detected by AMX DeviceD

s "Automatically Detect Input Signals and Change the Projected Image(Source Search)" p.29Sub-menu FunctionLamp HoursYou can di

Sub-menu FunctionReset LampHoursClears the cumulative lamp hours use time. Reset this when youreplace the lamp.List of Functions76

TroubleshootingThis chapter describes how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.

If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help screen is displayed to assistyou by pressing the Help button. You can solve problems by answering

If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and see "Reading the Indicators"

Front/TopName FunctionARemote receiverReceives signals from the remote control.BFoot adjust leverPress the foot lever to extend and retract the front

If all indicators are off, the power cable is not connected correctly or the power is not being supplied.Sometimes, when the power cable is unplugged

Status Cause Remedy or StatusIf it is not cracked: Reinstall the lamp and turn on the power.If the error continues: Replace the lamp with a new one an

When the Indicators Provide No HelpIf any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer asolution, refer to the pages

Problems Relating to ImagesNo images appearCheck RemedyDid you press the [t] button? Press the [t] button to turn the power on.Are all of the indicato

Moving images are not displayed (only the moving image portion turns black)Check RemedyIs the computer's image signal being output to the LCD and

Check RemedyIs the power of the connected computer or video equipment turnedon?Turn the power on for the equipment.Are the image signals being output

Check RemedyAre the cables connected correctly? Check that all the cables required for projection are securely connected.s "Connecting Equipment&

Check RemedyIs the correct resolution selected?(Only when projecting computer images)Set the computer so that the signals being output are compatible

Check RemedyIs the contrastg adjusted correctly? Adjust the Contrast setting from the Configuration menu.s Image - Contrast p.60Is it time to replace

Other ProblemsNo sound can be heard or the sound is faintCheck RemedyCheck that the audio/video cable is securely attached to both theproject

RearName FunctionAHDMI portInputs video signals from HDMI compatible videoequipment and computers. This projector is compatiblewith HDCPg.s "Conn

The remote control does not workCheck RemedyIs the remote control light-emitting area pointing towards theremote receiver on the projector during

Check RemedyIs power being supplied to the projector? Check that your electrical outlet or power source is functioning correctly.Is the Mail Notificat

Check the numbers and then apply the following countermeasures. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact your network administrator, or contact yo

MaintenanceThis chapter provides information on maintenance procedures to ensure the best level of performance from the projector for

You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality ofprojected images starts to deteriorate.AttentionTurn off the

a• If a message is frequently displayed, even after cleaning, it is time toreplace the air filter. Replace it with a new air filter.s

This section explains how to replace the lamp and the air filter.Replacing the LampLamp replacement periodIt is time to replace the la

Warning• When replacing the lamp because it has stopped working, there is apossibility that the lamp may be cracked.When replacing

dRemove the old lamp by pulling the handle.If the lamp is cracked, replace it with a new lamp, or contact yourlocal dealer for further

fAttach the lamp cover.Attention• Make sure you install the lamp securely. If the lamp cover is removed, thepower turns off automatic