Epson 821 Are the cables connected correctly?, Has the correct video input port been, Selected?

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Problems Solving

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The message "No Signal." is displayed

 

 

Check

Remedy

 

 

 

 

 

Are the cables connected correctly?

Check that all of the cables required for projection are securely connected. sp.18p.25

 

 

 

 

 

Has the correct video input port been

Press the [Computer1], [Computer2], [S-Video] or [Video] button on the remote control or the

selected?

[Source Search] button on the remote control or the projector's control panel to change the image.

 

 

 

 

sp.33

 

 

 

 

 

Is the power for the computer or video source

Turn the power on for the devices. sp.32

turned on?

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are the image signals being output to the

If the image signals are only being output to the computer's LCD monitor or to the accessory

projector?

monitor, you need to change the output to an external destination as well as the computer's own

 

 

 

 

monitor. For some computer models, when the image signals are output externally, they no longer

 

 

Only when projecting images from

 

 

 

 

appear on the LCD monitor or accessory monitor.

 

 

a laptop computer or computer

 

sComputer documentation, under a title such as "External output" or "Connecting an external

 

 

with a built-in LCD screen

 

monitor"

 

 

 

 

If the connection is made while the power is already turned on, the function [Fn] key that switches

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the computer's video signal to external output may not work. Turn the power for the projector and

 

 

 

 

the computer off and then back on again. sp.32, p.34

 

 

 

 

 

 

Images are fuzzy or out of focus

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check

Remedy

 

 

 

 

 

Has the focus been adjusted correctly?

Turn the focus ring on the projector to adjust the focus. sp.36

 

 

 

 

 

Is the lens cover still attached?

Remove the lens cover. sp.31

 

 

 

 

 

Is the projector at the correct distance?

The recommended projection distance range of the EMP-821 is 86–1473 cm (2.8–48.3 ft.) and that

 

 

 

 

of the EMP-81/61 is 87–1094 cm (2.8–35.9 ft.). Set the projector up so that it is within this range.

 

 

 

 

sp.16

 

 

 

 

 

Is the keystone adjustment value too large?

Decrease the projection angle to reduce the amount of keystone correction. sp.39

 

 

 

 

 

Has condensation formed on the lens?

If the projector is suddenly taken from a cold environment to a warm environment or if sudden

 

 

 

 

ambient temperature changes occur, condensation may form on the surface of the lens, and this may

 

 

 

 

cause the images to appear fuzzy. Set the projector up in the room approximately one hour before it

 

 

 

 

is to be used. If condensation forms on the lens, turn the power off and wait for the condensation to

 

 

 

 

disappear.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents User’s Guide Notations Used in This User’s Guide Features of the Projector Colour mode functionFeatures of the Projector Easy to Operate Contents Appearance Using the Help Problems SolvingSpecifications IndexConnecting to a Video Source Preventing theft Password ProtectPart Names and Functions Part Names and Functions Front/TopControl Panel Rear Base Air filter air intake vent sp.84, p.89Remote Control Inserting the Batteries Before Using the Remote ControlReplace the battery cover Remove the battery cover Insert the batteriesUsing the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range Using the Remote ControlOperating angle horizontal When suspended from the ceilingRemote Operating Range Operating angle verticalInstallation Setting Up the ProjectorScreen Size and Projection Distance EMP-821EMP-81/61 Screen Connecting to a Computer Eligible ComputersProjecting Images from the Computer If the Monitor Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port ExampleComputer Mouse used Applicable cable Moving the mouse pointer Left click Right click Drag and dropConnecting to an External Monitor Video images cannot be output to an external monitorConnecting to a Video Source Projecting Composite Videog ImagesProjecting S-Video Images Projecting Component Video ImagesUse the accessory computer cable to make the connections Projecting RGB Video ImagesIf the video signals are being input to the Video port Playing Sound from Video EquipmentPreventing theft Password Protect When Password Protect is enabledWhen Power on Protect is enabled on Setting Password Protect Enter a 4-digit password Enter the setting time as a number of up to 4 digitsTo set a password, select Password and then press Re-enter the password that you entered in stepBasic Operations Connecting the Power Cable Turning the Projector OnTurning the Power On and Projecting Images Projector, use the remote control or projector control If more than one external device is connected toPress the Power button once more Turn off the power for the signal sources that arePress the Power button Turning the Projector OffIf not using the projector for a long period, unplug Power cable from the electrical outletAttach the lens cover Focusing the Screen Image Adjusting the Screen ImageAdjusting the Image Size Zoom Function Adjust by turning the zoom ringSeen from the side Seen from aboveFoot adjust lever Front Manually Correcting Keystone Distortion Adjusting the Image Quality Adjusting Computer Images and RGB Video ImagesAutomatic Setup Adjusting the Tracking After making the adjustment, press the Menu buttonTo exit the configuration menu Adjusting the Sync Signal configuration menuProjectors control panel, and then select Sync. from Selecting the Projection Quality Colour Mode Selection Mode ApplicationAdjusting the Volume Advanced Operations Functions for Enhancing Projection MutePress the A/V Mute button Freeze Press the Freeze buttonAspect ratio changes each time the Resize button is pressed Move the cross to the area of the image that is to be ZoomPress the E-Zoom button Enlarged or reducedPointer function Tilt the button to move the pointer iconPress the Pointer button Using the Configuration Menu Functions List of Functions Image MenuRed GreenBlue Component videog/ Composite videog/ S-Videog Adjust the intensity of the red components Median value Signal Menu Sync.gUsing the Configuration Menu Functions Component videog Composite videog/ S-Videog Using the Configuration Menu Functions Setting Menu OFFUsing the Configuration Menu Functions Background Color Extended MenuMessage Startup ScreenDirect Power on Sleep ModeUsing the Configuration Menu Functions Info Menu Reset Menu Sp.29Press the Menu button Using the Configuration MenusConfirm the selection Select a menu itemChange the setting Select a sub-menu itemClose the menu Troubleshooting Using the Help Press the Help buttonRepeat the operations in steps 2 and 3 to proceed Through the menu to more detailed itemsProblems Solving Reading the IndicatorsPower indicator lights red Lamp or Temp indicator flashes orange Problems SolvingNormal No images appear sp.75 When the Indicators Provide No HelpPower does not turn on sp.81 Image is truncated large or small sp.79Problems relating to images Resolution of the image signals? Is Sleep Mode set to ON?Does the mode match the frequency Projection stops automaticallyHas the focus been adjusted correctly? Is the power for the computer or video sourceTurned on? Are the image signals being output to Is the keystone adjustment value too large?Been adjusted correctly? Has the correct resolution been selected?Have the Sync.g and Trackingg settings Interference or distortion appear in imagesIs the image still being enlarged by Zoom function? Has the Position setting been adjustedHas the Resize been set correctly? Correctly?Has the image contrastg been adjusted Do the input signal settings match the signalsHas the image brightness been adjusted Has the colour been adjusted correctly?Problems when projection starts Other problems 100 List of ESC/VP21 CommandsList of Supported Monitor Displays 102Cleaning the Projectors Surface MaintenanceCleaning Cleaning the LensReplacing Consumables Lamp Replacement PeriodWhen the Lamp indicator is flashing orange Projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorateReplacing the Lamp Turn off the projectors power, wait until the coolBuzzer sounds, and then disconnect the power cable Down period has ended and a pip-pip confirmationTake out the lamp Install the lamp cover Install the new lampThen press the Enter button Resetting the Lamp Operating TimeSelect Lamp-Hours Reset from the Reset menu Select Yes and then press the Enter buttonReplacing the Air Filter Install the new air filter Remove the air filterSaving a Users Logo Select User’s Logo from the Extended menu,Box will be displayed. Move the marquee box to select Select Yes in the sub-menu, then press the EnterImage to be recorded and a selection marquee Part of the image to useSelect the zoom rate in the Zoom rate setting screen Select Yes at the confirmation screen, and thenPress the Enter button Optional Accessories and Consumables Optional AccessoriesConsumables Glossary Security lock Squeeze modeResize display SRGBList of ESC/VP21 Commands Command ListCommunication Protocol Cable Layouts USB connectionSerial connection USB Connection Setup Component Video/RGB Video List of Supported Monitor DisplaysComputer/RGB Video Composite Video/S-VideoSpecifications 100Specifications 101Appearance 102Index 103Index 104105 106 Declaration of ConformityGeneral Notice 107