PowerLite 1810p Multimedia Projector ® User’s Guide
Important Safety Information WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any 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.
Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Optional Accessories . .
Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Stopping Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Zooming Part of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Controlling the Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Highlighting Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Using the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Customizing the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disabling the Projector’s Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Customizing Power and Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Multi-screen Color Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Maintaining the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Cleaning the Air Filter and Vent. . . . . . . . . .
- Welcome The PowerLite ® 1810p is an easy-to-use projector that weighs less than 7 pounds. The projector offers up to 3500 lumens of brightness. You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video sources. Easy setup, control, and security: ■ 5-second startup time and Instant Off ® feature for fast setup and shut down ■ Automatic digital keystone correction ■ 1.
Using Your Documentation This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it: ■ Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. ■ Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. ■ Notes contain important information about your projector. ■ Tips contain additional projection hints.
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Unpacking the Projector After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all these parts: Projector Power cable PDF manual and registration CD-ROM Remote control and 2 AAA batteries VGA computer cable Carrying case Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by hand, use the carrying case.
Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following optional accessories: Product Part number Replacement lamp V13H010L40 Air filter replacement set (2 filters) V13H134A08 Universal ceiling mount False ceiling plate Security bracket/cabling for gyro lock mounts Adjustable ceiling channel Suspension adapter ELPMBUNI ELPMBFCP ELPMBSEC ELPMBACC ELPMBAPL Kensington® security lock ELPSL01 50-inch portable screen (4:3 aspect ratio) 60-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3
Welcome
1 Displaying and Adjusting the Image W hether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment, you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the screen.
Positioning the Projector note You can mount the projector on the ceiling, or place it behind a translucent screen for rear projection. See page 87 for details. If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen, as shown. This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it.
Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen. note After positioning the projector, you may want to connect a Kensington MicroSaver® anti-theft device to the lock port on the projector. You can purchase this from Epson; see page 11.
Follow these steps to turn on the projector: 1. Open the A/V mute slide (lens cover). note You can set the projector to automatically turn off the projector lamp and enter “sleep mode” when it has not received any signals for 30 minutes. This conserves electricity, cools the projector, and extends the life of the lamp. If you want to start projecting again, press the P Power button. If you are done using the projector, unplug the power cord. To enable sleep mode, see page 60. 2.
3. Press the P Power button on the remote control or on top of the projector. The projector beeps once and the Power light flashes green as the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is ready for use. 4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 57. warning Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children.
Shutting Down the Projector note Lamp life results will vary depending on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you can press its P Power button as described below, unplug it, or turn off a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t have to wait for the projector to cool off first. 1.
Troubleshooting Display Problems Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image. You Can’t Project an Image If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following: ■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described beginning on page 35. ■ Make sure the Power light is green and not flashing and the A/V mute slide (lens cover) is open.
■ If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled. From the Control Panel, open the Display utility. In the Display Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab, then click Advanced. The method for adjusting the settings varies by brand; you may need to click a Monitor tab, then make sure the external Monitor port is set as your primary display and/or enabled.
Adjusting the Image Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments: ■ If the image is too high or too low, reposition it as described below. ■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 22. ■ If the image isn’t square, see page 22. ■ To quickly adjust the color, brightness, or contrast, see page 25. ■ To change the image aspect ratio, see page 26. ■ If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see Chapter 4.
Focusing and Zooming the Image Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image. Turn the zoom ring on the projector to reduce or enlarge the image. Focus Zoom If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the E-Zoom buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. See page 30 for instructions.
You see a projected message: 2. Aim the projector so the message appears near the middle of the screen. Then use the zoom ring to enlarge the image so the white frame (not shown above) extends beyond the edges of the screen on all sides. 3. Press the Quick Setup button again. Two white boxes flash momentarily onto the screen, and the adjustment is complete. Your projected image now fits on the screen (some slight overlap is normal). The Quick Setup adjustment is retained when the projector is turned off.
You see this screen: 5. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to select the corner you want to adjust, and press Enter. 6. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to adjust the shape. 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed to adjust any remaining corners. 8. When done, press Menu to exit the menu system.
You can manually adjust the shape of the image to compensate for vertical and horizontal keystone distortion. First make sure the Keystone setting in the projector’s menu system is set to H-Keystone or V-Keystone: 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control (or on the projector’s control panel). note The projector’s arrow buttons may already be in Keystone correction mode if you haven’t used Quick Setup or Quick Corner. 2. Select the Settings menu and press Enter. 3.
Press the Color Mode button on the remote control, and then select from one of these options: ■ Presentation: For making color presentations in a bright room. ■ Text: For making black-and-white presentations in a bright room. ■ Theatre: For watching movies in a darkened room; gives images a natural tone. ■ Photo: For vivid, high-contrast still images in a bright room. ■ Sports: For vivid TV images projected in a bright room (video, S-video, or composite video only).
1 Presenting with the Remote Control T he projector includes a number of tools to enhance your presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control, which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room—up to 20 feet away. note For information and resources to help you give the most professional presentation, be sure to visit presentersonline.com. You can use the remote control to adjust the picture and sound (page 28) or as a pointer to highlight your presentation (page 31).
note If a button is pressed longer than 30 seconds, the remote control stops operating to conserve power. When you release the button, normal operation resumes. Using the Remote Control Make sure batteries are installed as described on page 70. Follow these tips for using the remote control: ■ Point the remote control at the front of the projector or at the screen. ■ Stand within 20 feet of the projector.
After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the image appears. Turning Off the Picture and Sound You can temporarily turn off the image and sound when you want to redirect your audience’s attention. There are two ways to do this: ■ Close the A/V mute slide, as shown below: ■ Press the A/V Mute button on the remote control. This turns the image black and stops the sound. To turn the image and sound back on, press the button again.
Stopping Action note This function pauses the image, not the sound. Because the source continues to transmit signals, when you resume the action, it won’t be at the point you stopped it. You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video or computer image. ■ To stop the action and keep the current image on the screen, press the Freeze button. The sound continues. ■ To restart it, press the Freeze button again.
Controlling the Volume To change the volume, press the control. or button on the remote note To temporarily shut off the sound and picture, press the A/V Mute button or close the A/V mute slide. You can also adjust the volume using the projector’s menu system. See page 54. Highlighting Your Presentation You can display a pointer to call out important information on the screen. If you want to customize the pointer tool, you can choose from three alternative shapes. Using the Pointer Tool 1.
3. When you’re done using the pointer, press Esc to clear the screen. Customizing the Pointer Tool You can change the appearance of the pointer by choosing from three alternative shapes. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control, highlight the Settings menu, highlight Pointer Shape, and press Enter. You can select one of the pointer shapes shown at the left. 2. Select the shape you want and press Enter. 3. Highlight Return and press Enter. 4. Press Menu to exit from the menu system.
■ Use the pointer button to move the pointer on the screen. ■ Press the Enter button once to left-click, or press it twice to double-click. Press the Esc button to right-click. ■ To drag-and-drop, hold down the Enter button. Then use the pointer button to drag the object. When it’s where you want it, release the Enter button.
4. When done, press Menu to exit the menu system. Setting the Remote Control ID note If you’re using a remote control ID other than the default ID of zero, you have to set the ID each time you turn on the projector. The remote control’s default ID is zero. This lets you operate any projector. To set it to operate a specific projector, follow these steps: 1. Point the remote control at the projector you want to be able to operate. 2. Press and hold the ID button on the remote control. 3.
1 Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment T his chapter tells you how to connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer, and/or to video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, or video camera.
Connecting to a Computer You can connect the projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC notebook computers, MacBook, PowerBook, and iBook computers, and hand-held devices. If you want to use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse to operate your computer during presentations, see page 37.
4. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 15 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image. Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter (using the Computer 1 or Computer 2 port), you can use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you control your computer and click through slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint, from up to 20 feet away.
Connecting to Video Equipment RCA connector (composite video) S-video connector You can connect several video sources to the projector at the same time. Before starting, look at your video equipment to determine its available video output connections: ■ If your video player has a yellow RCA-style video output connector, see “Connecting a Composite Video Source” on page 39. ■ If your video player has an S-video connector, see “Connecting an S-Video Source” on page 40.
Connecting a Composite Video Source 1. Locate an RCA-style video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from an electronics dealer). 2. Connect the cable to the yellow video output connector on your player and the yellow Video connector on the projector: 3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 44 for instructions on connecting audio cables. 4.
Connecting an S-Video Source 1. Locate an S-video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from Epson; see page 10). 2. Connect the cable to the S-video connector on your player and the S-Video connector on the projector: 3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 44 for instructions on connecting audio cables. 4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 15 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image.
Connecting a Component Video Source You will need a special cable to connect your component video equipment to the HD15 (VGA-style) connector on the projector. You can order the HD15 to component cable (ELPKC19) from Epson; see page 11 for more information. 1. Locate an HD15 to component video cable or adapter. 2. Connect the cable to your player and the Computer 1 or Computer 2 connector on the projector. note Be sure your video player is not an RGB video source.
Connecting an RGB Video Source note Be sure your video player is not a component video source. If you select the wrong source, image quality may suffer. Check your video player’s documentation. 1. Locate the VGA computer cable provided with the projector. 2. Connect the cable to the video port on your player and the Computer1 or Computer2 port on the projector. 3. You may need to change the Computer1 Input or Computer2 Input setting in the projector’s Signal menu to RGB (see page 53). 4.
Connecting an External Monitor If you want to monitor your computer presentation close-up (on a monitor placed beside the projector) as well as on the screen, you can connect an external monitor. You can use it to check on your presentation even if you’ve pressed the A/V Mute button or switched to a different picture source. First make sure your computer’s VGA cable is connected to the projector’s Computer1 port (see page 36).
Playing Sound Through the Projector You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system or attach an external speaker system. To play sound through the projector, follow these steps: 1. Locate the appropriate cable and connect it to the Audio jack on the projector. ■ If you have equipment connected to the Computer 1 or Computer 2 port, use a stereo mini-jack cable. Connect the cable to the Audio1 port (for Computer1) or the Audio2 port (for Computer2).
Connecting External Speakers You can output sound to external speakers with built-in amplifiers. When you play sound through external speakers, the projector’s built-in speaker system is disabled. 1. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers. Depending on your speakers, you may be able to use a commercially available audio cable with a stereo mini-jack connector on one end and pin jacks on the other end. For some speakers, you may have to purchase a special cable or use an adapter. 2.
Connecting to Computers and Other Equipment
1 Fine-Tuning the Projector Y ou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and other features.
Using the Menu System You can use the remote control or the projector’s control panel to access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps: 1. To display the menu screen, press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector. You see a menu screen similar to the one below: Options Menu list note The Network menu does not appear on the 1810p. The menus are listed on the left and the options available for the highlighted menu are shown on the right. 2.
4. After highlighting the option you want to adjust, use the pointer button to change the setting. In some cases, you may have to press the Enter button to view a sub-screen for changing the setting. ■ Press the left or right side of the a slider bar. pointer button to adjust ■ To select from two or more settings, use the pointer button to highlight the desired setting and press Enter. 5.
Adjusting the Image You can use the Image menu to adjust the brightness, sharpness, color, tint, and contrast. 1. Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control and select the Image menu. You see the Image menu screen. 2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: note The available settings vary depending on the input source selected. ■ Color Mode Lets you quickly adjust the color and brightness for various environments.
sRGB: For matching the color palette of standard sRGB computer displays. Blackboard: For projecting accurate colors on a green chalkboard (adjusts the white point). note Customized: For manual color adjustment (see below). ■ The Brightness setting changes the opacity of the projector’s LCD panels. You can also change the lamp’s brightness. Select Brightness Control in the Settings menu, then choose High or Low (the default setting is High). Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image.
2. Press the Enter button to select Customized, then press Esc to return to the Image menu. 3. Select Color Adjustment and press Enter. You see hue and saturation controls on the screen for six colors: RGBCMY (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow). 4. Select the color axis you want to adjust and press Enter. You see color controls for hue and saturation. Hue changes the balance of color, and saturation changes the strength of the color. 5. Use the pointer button to adjust the hue and saturation.
2. Use the pointer button to highlight the desired option, then adjust it as needed: ■ Auto Setup Leave this setting On to automatically optimize computer images. Turn it off if you want to save adjustments you have made to the Tracking, Sync, and Position settings. ■ Tracking Adjust this value to eliminate vertical stripes in computer images. ■ Sync Adjust this value if computer images appear blurry or flicker.
Customizing Projector Features You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector, adjust audio volume, and customize several other features. ■ Keystone Adjusts the shape of the image if the projector has been tilted upward or placed at an angle to the screen. Select H/V-Keystone to correct horizontal and vertical keystone distortion, or to turn Auto V-Keystone on or off (see page 24). Select Quick Corner to adjust the shape and position of the projected image (see page 23).
■ Remote Receiver Deactivates the projector’s front and/or back sensors that detect signals from the remote control. Use this setting to prevent use of the remote control or to stop interference from bright fluorescent lights. ■ Test Pattern Displays a test pattern for use when adjusting the zoom and focus, and when performing keystone correction.
You see this screen: note Network Protect is not available for the 1810p projector. 2. Use the Hold down pointer button to select Password and press Enter. 3. When you see a message asking if you want to change the password, select Yes and press Enter. 4. Hold down the Num button on the remote control and use the numeric keypad to enter a four digit password. (The default setting is 0000.) 5. When you see a confirmation message, reenter the password. Then press the Menu button to exit the screen.
Starting the Projector with a Password When the password function is enabled, you see this screen when you plug in and turn on the projector: note If you leave the projector plugged in, the Password Protect Release screen will not appear. It appears only if you unplug and reconnect the power cable. 5GG [QWT FQEWOGPVCVKQP HQT OQTG KPHQTOCVKQP Hold down Hold down the Num button on the remote control and use the numeric keypad to enter the four digit password.
Capturing the Image Start by displaying the image you want to use from either a computer or video source, such as a DVD player. Then follow these steps to capture the image and transfer it to the projector: note When you choose an image for the user’s logo, it erases any previously used image. You can save an image up to 300 × 400 pixels in size. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control, highlight the Extended menu, and press Enter. 2. Highlight User’s Logo and press Enter. 3.
Choosing When to Display the Image After your image is saved, you can set it to display as the startup screen, the screen you see when there’s no signal, or the screen you see when you press the A/V Mute button (see page 29). 1. Press the Menu button, highlight the Extended menu, and press Enter. 2. Select Display and press Enter. 3. Choose from these display options: note ■ Set Display Background to Logo to display your image when there is no signal.
Customizing Power and Operation You can use the Extended menu to customize the way the projector displays images, enable quick startup, turn sleep mode on or off, and customize other projector operations. ■ Display Use this setting to turn off the display of messages, change the background color, enable logo display, or turn off the startup screen display. ■ User’s Logo Create a custom startup screen, as described on page 57.
minutes or when the A/V mute slide (lens cover) is closed. Enable High Altitude Mode when you are using the projector above 4900 ft (1500 m). ■ Standby Mode This function is not used for the PowerLite 1810p. ■ Projector ID Lets you assign a numeric ID to each projector. When you are using multiple projectors, you can use the ID to select the one you want to operate with the remote control. See page 33 for instructions.
Multi-screen Color Adjustment You can match the color of projected images when two or more projectors are being used to display images near each other. For each screen, you can set five levels of brightness and color correction. note If you use two or more projectors side-by-side, exhaust from adjacent projectors might cause overheating. Leave at least 2 feet (60 cm) of space between projectors. 1. Before starting, you may want to assign a numeric ID to each projector.
1 Maintaining the Projector Y our projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do is keep the lens clean and periodically clean the air filter and vent. A clogged air filter or vent can block ventilation needed to cool the projector. warning Before you clean any part of the projector, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp cover. Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely.
Cleaning the Lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use lens-cleaning tissue. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens. Cleaning the Projector Case caution Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case. 64 Before you clean the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
Cleaning the Air Filter and Vent Clean the air filter and air intake vent after every 100 hours of use. If they are not cleaned periodically, they can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. note To order replacement air filters, request part number V13H134A08. See page 11 for ordering information. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. 2. Turn the projector upside down. 3.
Replacing the Lamp and Air Filter note When you get a replacement lamp for your projector, you should replace the filter. Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. The life span of the projection lamp is about 2500 hours if Brightness Control in the Settings menu is set to High (default), and 3000 hours if Brightness Control is set to Low. See page 69 to check the lamp usage. It is time to replace the lamp when: ■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp and air filter: warning 1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. 2. Let the projector cool for at least an hour (if it has been on). The lamp is extremely hot immediately after use. 3. Loosen the lamp cover screw (you don’t need to remove it). Then slide the lamp cover to the side and lift it off of the projector. 4. Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you can’t remove them). Let the lamp cool fully before replacing it.
5. Hold the lamp as shown and pull it straight out. note The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the trash. 6. Gently insert the new lamp. (If it doesn’t fit easily, make sure it is facing the right way.) 7. Once the lamp is fully inserted, tighten its screws. 8. Replace the lamp cover, then tighten its screw. 9. Turn the projector over. 10. Slide the air filter out and remove it. 11.
Resetting the Lamp Timer After you replace the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer using the projector’s menus. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control or on the projector’s control panel. You see the main menu. 2. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to highlight Reset, then press Enter. You see this screen: 3. Select Reset Lamp Hours and press Enter. 4. When you see the prompt, select Yes and press Enter. 5.
The life span of the lamp is about 2500 hours if the Brightness Control setting in the Settings menu is set to High (default), and 3000 hours if the Brightness Control setting is set to Low. Make sure you have a spare lamp handy if the usage hours on this menu are close to the life span of your lamp. Replacing the Batteries caution Replace the batteries in the remote control as described below: When replacing batteries, take the following precautions: 1. Turn the remote control over.
Transporting the Projector The projector contains many glass and precision parts. Follow these guidelines to prevent damage: note ■ When shipping the projector for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible. If you do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of cushioning around the projector. ■ When transporting the projector a long distance, first place it in a hard-shell shipping case, then pack it in a firm box with cushioning around the case.
Maintaining the Projector
1 Solving Problems This chapter helps you solve problems with your projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself.
Using On-Screen Help If the image doesn’t look right or your audio isn’t working, you can get help by pressing the ? Help button on top of the projector or on the remote control. 1. Press the ? Help button on the remote control or on the projector. You see the Help menu: 2. Use the pointer button on the remote control or the navigational buttons on the projector to highlight menu items. 3. Press the Enter button on the remote control or on the projector to select the menu item. 4.
Checking Projector Status If your projector isn’t working correctly, first turn it off, wait for it to cool (the Power light stops flashing orange), and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this doesn’t solve the problem, check the lights on top of the projector. What To Do When the Lights Flash The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status.
Status lights (continued) Light Status Description Flashing orange Rapid cooling is in progress. Although this is not an abnormal condition, projection will stop automatically if the temperature rises higher. Make sure there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation, and that the air filters and vents are clear. Red The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off automatically. Wait until the cooling fan stops, then unplug the power cord.
Solving Projector Operation Problems The power doesn’t turn on. ■ If the projector doesn’t turn on when you press the P Power button, make sure the power cable is connected to the projector and plugged into a working electrical outlet. ■ The power cable may be defective. Disconnect the cable from the outlet and contact Epson as described on page 83. ■ Check to see if the A/V mute slide (lens cover) is closed. The buttons on the projector don’t work.
■ If you are projecting from a DVD player or other video source, make sure you turn it on and press its Play button. You’ve connected a computer and see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed. ■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on page 36. ■ If you’ve connected a computer and one or more video sources, you may need to press the Source Search button on the projector or one of the source buttons on the remote control to select the correct source.
The message Not Supported is displayed. ■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu (see page 52). ■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA (1600 × 1200) and the frequency or refresh rate is supported by the projector (see page 91). If necessary, change your computer’s resolution setting. Only part of the computer image is displayed. ■ Press the Auto button on the remote control. ■ Make sure the image Position setting is correct in the Signal menu.
The image contains static or noise. ■ If you’re using a computer cable longer than 6 feet, or an extension cable, the image quality may be reduced. ■ Keep your computer and video cables away from the power cord as much as possible to prevent interference. ■ The video signal may be split between the computer and the projector. If you notice a decline in the projected image quality when the image is displayed simultaneously on your notebook computer and the projector, turn off the notebook’s LCD display.
You see vertical bands or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section. ■ ■ If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail, you may notice vertical bands or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. Press the Auto button on the remote control or the Enter button on the projector to reset the projector’s Tracking, Sync, and Position settings. note You must be projecting an image for this button to have any effect.
■ Try adjusting the Brightness and Contrast settings on the Image menu. ■ Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance. ■ The projector’s lamp may need to be replaced. See page 66 for instructions. ■ Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Signal menu (see page 53). There is no sound, or the sound is not loud enough.
Solving Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. ■ The remote control’s batteries may not be installed correctly or may be low on power. To change the batteries, see page 70. ■ Make sure you are within about 20 feet (6 meters) of the projector and within range of the projector’s front or back sensor (approximately 30° to the left or right and 15° above or below). ■ Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights.
Speak to a Support Representative To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the included Epson PrivateLine Support card. 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 specialist by dialing one of these numbers: ■ U.S.
Before you call for support, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (PowerLite 1810p) ■ Product serial number (located on the projector) ■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase ■ Computer or video configuration ■ Description of the problem Purchase Supplies and Accessories You can purchase screens or other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.
Solving Problems
A Projector Installation T his appendix provides guidelines on installing the projector in a permanent location, such as a theater or conference room.
The projector includes security features to prevent its theft when installed or used in public locations: ■ Security cable attachment You can attach a commercially available security cable as shown below to secure the projector to a table or ceiling mount. ■ Kensington security slot The security slot is compatible with the MicroSaver security systems manufactured by Kensington. You can purchase this lock from Epson (see page 11).
A Technical Specifications General Type of display Epson poly-silicon TFT active matrix Resolution (native format) 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) Color reproduction 16.8 million colors Brightness 3500 lumens (High Brightness mode) 2700 lumens (Low Brightness mode) Contrast ratio 500:1 Image size 30 to 300 inches Projection distance 2.7 to 48.2 feet (0.8 to 14.
Projection Lamp note Lamp life results will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) Power consumption 210 W Lamp life Approx. 2500 hours (High Brightness mode) Approx. 3000 hours (Low Brightness mode) Part number V13H010L40 Remote Control Range 20 feet (6 meters) Batteries (2) Alkaline AAA Dimensions Height 3.4 inches (86 mm), feet retracted Width 13.
Environmental Temperature Humidity (non-condensing) Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C) Operating: 20 to 80% RH Storage: 10 to 90% RH Operating altitude 0 to 7,500 ft (0 to 2,286 m) Safety and Approvals United States FCC 47CFR Part 15B Class B (DoC) UL60950 Third Edition Canada ICES-003 Class B CSA C22.2 No. 60950 CE Marking Directive 73/23/EEC Directive 89/336/EEC IEC 60950 Third Edition EN 55022, EN 55024 Pixelworks™ DNX™ ICs are used in this projector.
Compatible video formats 92 Technical Specifications Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution VGA EGA 70 640 × 350 VGA—60 VESA—72 VESA—75 VESA—85 VGA—120 60 72 75 85 120 640 × 480 640 × 480 640 × 480 640 × 480 640 × 480 SVGA—56 SVGA—60 SVGA—72 SVGA—75 SVGA—85 SVGA—120 56 60 72 75 85 120 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 800 × 600 XGA—60 XGA—70 XGA—75 XGA—85 XGA—120 60 70 75 85 120 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 1024 × 768 SXGA1—70 SXGA1—75 SXGA1—85 SXGA1—120 70 75 85
Compatible video formats (continued) Mode Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution NTSC NTSC 4:43 PAL N-PAL M-PAL PAL—60 SECAM 60 60 50 50 60 60 50 — — — — — — — HDTV (720p) HDTV (720p) HDTV (1080i) HDTV (1080i) 60 50 60 50 — — — — TV480i TV625i SDTV (480p) SDTV (576p) 60 50 60 50 — — — — Technical Specifications 93
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A Notices This appendix includes safety instructions and other important information about your projector. Important Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: ■ Do not look into the lens when the projector is on. The bright light can damage your eyes. ■ Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. ■ Do not operate the projector on its side, or while tilted to one side.
Notices ■ Do not operate the projector in a closed-in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. ■ If you are using two or more projectors side-by-side, leave at least 2 feet (60 cm) of space between the projectors to allow for proper ventilation. ■ Clean or replace the air filter periodically to prevent overheating. ■ Do not use the projector outside of the required temperature range of 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C). Doing so may cause an unstable display and could lead to projector damage.
■ If the projector is mounted overhead and the lamp breaks, be careful to prevent pieces of glass from falling into your eyes when you open the lamp cover. WARNING: The cords included with this product contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. (Provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal. Health & Safety Code §25249.5 et seq.
For Canadian Users This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.
Index A C A/V Mute button, 29 display settings, 59 Accessories, 11 Air filter cleaning, 65 ordering, 11 replacing, 66 to 68 Altitude, 61, 76, 91 Anti-theft device, 11, 15, 88 Aspect ratio, 89 Audio connecting equipment, 44 to 45 controlling volume, 31 problems, troubleshooting, 82 turning off (using A/V Mute), 29 Auto Setup setting, 53 Cables HD15-to-component, 10, 41 illustrations, 10 mouse, 37 ordering, 11 remote control cable set, 11 security, 88 S-video, 11, 40 VGA, 36 VGA-to-component, 10, 41 Captur
D I Default settings, restoring, 49 Direct Power On, 17 Distance from projector to screen, 14, 89 Documentation, 8 DVD player, connecting, 38 to 42 Image adjusting, 21 to 26, 50 to 51 blurry, 80 capturing and saving in projector, 58 correcting shape, 22 to 25, 54, 79 fitting on screen, 53, 79 height, adjusting, 21 problems with, 77 to 82 projecting on chalkboard, 25 raising, 21 selecting source, 18, 28, 39 to 42 shape, correcting, 22 to 25 size and projection distance, 14, 89 turning off (using A/V Mute)
M Mac display problems, 78 Manuals, 8 Menus changing settings, 48 to 49 default settings, restoring, 49 Image, 50 to 51 Info, 69 to 70 Signal, 52 to 53 User’s Logo, 58 Monitor, connecting, 43 Mouse compatibility, 89 connecting cable for remote, 37 using remote control as, 32 Multiple projectors, controlling, 33 to 34 Multi-screen color adjustment, 62 N No Signal message, 19, 78 Noise level, 89 Not Supported message, 79 Numeric keypad, using, 56 O Operation Lock setting, 54, 59 Optical aspect ratio, 89 Opt
Q Quick Corner, 23, 54 R Raising image, 21 Rear-screen projection, 60, 87 Registration, 9 Remote control A/V Mute button, 29 as wireless mouse, 32 battery used, 90 connecting cable for mouse, 37 controlling multiple projectors, 33 to 34 correcting color, 25 E-Zoom button, 30 Freeze button, 30 ID, 34 numeric keypad, using, 56 pointer tool, using, 31 to 32 problems, 83 range, 90 specifications, 90 switching sources, 28 troubleshooting, 83 Remote Receiver setting, 55 Replacing lamp, 66 to 69 Request code, pas
Test pattern, displaying, 55 Text color mode, 26, 50 Theatre color mode, 26, 50 Tint setting, 51 Tracking, adjusting, 81 Transporting projector, 71 Troubleshooting blank screen, 19 to 20, 77 to 78 cut-off image, 79 distorted image, 22 to 25 image and sound problems, 77 to 82 no signal, 19, 78 projector problems, 73 to 76 remote control problems, 83 tapered image, 22 to 25 Turning off picture (using A/V Mute), 29 Turning off projector, 18 Wireless, mouse, 32, 37 Z Zoom ratio, 89 Zooming image, 22, 30 U Un
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