Epson 9100 manual Troubleshooting, Operation Indicator

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Troubleshooting

When you think you have a problem, first of all check the Indicators on the projector.

The projector is fitted with Operation Indicator, Lamp Indicator and Temperature Indicator to advise the user of the projector ’s status.

Operation Indicator

Lamp Indicator

Temperature Indicator

Operation Indicator

Indicator Status

Cause

Recovery or Status

Reference

 

 

 

Page

 

 

 

 

Illuminated in

Stand-by status

(Not an error)

39

Orange

 

Projection will be started when the [Power]

 

 

 

button is pressed.

 

 

 

 

 

Blinking in

Cool-down proce-

(Not an error)

46

Orange

dure in progress

· Wait for a moment. The acount of time for the

 

 

 

projector to cool down (cooling the lamp) will

 

 

 

depend on the external temperature, etc.

 

 

 

· The [Power] button cannot be used during

 

 

 

the cool-down period. This will be

 

 

 

illuminated in orange once the cool-down

 

 

 

process has been completed, so press the

 

 

 

button once more then.

 

 

 

 

 

Illuminated in

Projection in

(Not an error)

40

Green

progress

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blinking in

Warm-up in

(Not an error)

40

Green

progress

· Wait for a moment.

 

 

 

· The amount of time required for the warm-up

 

 

 

procedure is approximately 30 seconds.

 

 

 

· The green lamp will stop blinking and

 

 

 

become illuminated once the warm-up

 

 

 

procedure has been completed.

 

 

 

 

 

Illuminated in

Internal error

Cease operations, remove the Power Plug from

 

Red

 

the socket and contact your dealer or nearest

 

 

 

adress provided at page 104 and request

 

 

 

repairs.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Troubleshooting Maintenance Others Accessory Verification Features Contents Connecting the video equipment Ending Adjusting the Projection PositionAdjusting the Projection Size Picture Quality AdjustmentP Function Volume Adjustment Menu Configuration Projection CuttingMenu Operations Introduction of Projector SoftwareInstallation TroubleshootingWhen the Indicators Provide No Help Replacing the Air FilterContents Using this manual Using this manualSymbol displays Safety Precautions Safety PrecautionsNever look into the lens when the power is switched on Failure to observe this may result in the outbreak of fire Tasks Safety Precautions Parts, Names and Operations ProjectorFront Panel Parts, Names and OperationsBack Panel Rear PanelOperation Panel Video button seeChange-over Switch PortsRemote Control Zoom button see page 55Inside of the Cover ESC button see page 34Battery Cover Range of Remote Control Operations Operable distance Approximately 10 meters Operable rangeInserting the Remote Control Batteries Remove the Battery CoverInsert the batteries Replace the coverInstallation Procedure Installation ProcedureInstallation example Screen size and projection distance When viewing from the side Projection anglesConnecting the projector to a computer Connecting the projector to a computerEligible computers Conditions for eligible computersVgacga When the monitor port is the D-Sub 15 pin Case of the mini D-Sub 15 pinWhen the monitor port is 13w3 Case of 5BNC When connected to the second computer Case of DVI-D Sound connection Connecting the computer to Computer #1Connecting the computer to Computer #2 Connecting external monitors Connecting up the mouse wireless mouse function DOS/VEnter button Esc Mouse button Connecting the video equipment Case of composite image signalsCase of S image signals Connecting the video equipmentCase of component color differential* image signals Put sound from the projectors speakersCase of the digital tuners D output port Case of RGB image signals Plug the Power Plug into the power socket ProjectionPreparations ProjectionPress the Power button to turn on the power supply Commencing projectionBncrgb Starting projection Press the Power button Press the Power button once moreEnding EndingRestore the Front Foot if it has been extended Attach the lens coverAdjusting the Projection Position Adjusting the Projection PositionFeet adjustments Adjusting the Projection Size Zoom adjustmentTrapezoid adjustment Adjusting the Projection SizePicture Quality Adjustment Focus adjustmentAuto adjustment when projecting computer images Picture Quality AdjustmentTracking Adjustments when projecting computer images Synchronization Adjustments when projecting computer imagesPress the Preset button on the remote control Press the Tracking +, button on the projectorIntroduction of Functions Introduction of FunctionsUseful Functions Useful FunctionsHelp Function An image does not appear on the Screen Projection Cutting Mute FunctionFreeze Function Projection CuttingSwitching Image Sizes Switching Image SizesCase of computer images Press the Resize buttonCase of video images Press the E-Zoom button Enlarging Images E-zooming functionEnlarging Images E-zooming function Effect Function Cursor/StampBox Effect FunctionLower the Enter button to move the spotlight SpotlightPress the 3 button Canceling effects BarPress the 4 button to display the required cursor/stamp Press the 5 buttonP Function P FunctionPress the P in P button Press the Enter button to set the sub-screen displayVolume Adjustment Volume AdjustmentMenu Configuration Menu ConfigurationMenu items Menu itemsSound menu Effect menu Menu Operations Menu OperationsOperation method Select the parameter value Setting items Menu Operations BNC OFF Menu Operations User logo registration Confirmation screen will be displayedEnlargement setup screen will be displayed Introduction of Projector Software Outline of Projector SoftwareEMP Link Introduction of Projector SoftwareComputer Connections Serial ConnectionsWindows Computers Computer ConnectionsMacintosh Computers Installation InstallationOperating environment Windows Operating EnvironmentCase of Windows Start up Windows and set the CD-ROM in placeSelect the language and click on the OK button Reading the User’s GuideCase of the Macintosh Troubleshooting TroubleshootingOperation Indicator Lamp Indicator Temperature IndicatorPoint When the Indicators Provide No Help When the Indicators Provide No HelpImage is not projected Nothing is displayedMessages Has the Sync., Tracking and Position been adjusted? Image is unclearHas the cable length been extended? Has the Position been adjusted?Image is cut up Large/Small Is it time to replace the lamp? Image color is badImage is dark Remote control won’t work No soundHas the sound input been connected correctly? Has the image for which sound is required been selected?Cannot end after the Power button has been pressed EMP Link V will not functionCleaning the projector Cleaning the lensCleaning the Air Filter Replacement method Replacing the Air FilterReplacing the Air Filter Remove the Air FilterReplacing the Lamp Replacing the LampWithdraw the lamp Attach a new lampResetting the lamp illumination time Attach the FanPress the Help button for five or more consecutive seconds Select YesOptional Parts Optional PartsDVI-D/DVI-D When transporting repeatedely When carrying by handTransportation TransportationTerminology TerminologyTerminology Specifications SpecificationsCheck Sheet Check SheetImages Sound Audio2Computer2 Video RCA pin CompositeRemote control unit, wireless mouse, EMP-Link EMPWorld-Wide Warranty Terms World-Wide Warranty TermsEpson Support Center Austria Epson Support Center BeNeLuxRecro d.d Eprint s.r.oRepro Ljubljana d.o.o Excom Service AG Epson Italia s.p.aRomar Pazarlama Sanayi BS Procesor d.o.o Ve TIC. A.SEpson Argentina S.A Epson Chile S.A Epson Peru S.A Epson Technical Support Centre InformationIndex IndexIndex Index Window resizing 51 World-Wide Warranty Terms Zoom Zoom Ring Declaration of Conformity Epson AMERICA, INC FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users Seiko Epson Corporation 9001005

9100 specifications

The Epson 9100 is a formidable player in the realm of high-quality projectors, designed for both home theater enthusiasts and professional users. As one of Epson's flagship models, it stands out due to its impressive blend of advanced technologies, exceptional image quality, and a range of features tailored to enhance the viewing experience.

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