Epson 821 manual Do the input signal settings match the signals, From the connected device?

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Problems Solving

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Image colours are not right

	Check		Remedy

Do the input signal settings match the signals			If you connect a computer or RGB video to the [Computer1/Component Video1] or [Computer2/
from the connected device?			Component Video2] port, and select "Component Video1" or "Component Video2" for "Computer1
			Input" or "Computer2 Input" in the configuration menu, the projected image is tinged with purplish
			red.
			If you connect a component videog to the [Computer1/Component Video1] or [Computer2/
			Component Video2] port, and select "Computer1" or "Computer2" for the "Computer1 Input" or
			"Computer2 Input" in the configuration menu, the projected image is tinged with green.
			"Signal" - "Computer1 Input", "Computer2 Input" sp.55, p.57

			If a composite videog or S-Videogsource is connected to the projector, use the "Video Signal"
			menu command to select the video signal format.
			"Signal" - "Video Signal" sp.57

Has the image brightness been adjusted			Use the "Brightness" menu command to adjust the brightness.
correctly?			"Image" - "Brightness" sp.51, p.53

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

Has the image contrastg been adjusted			Use the "Contrast" menu command to adjust the contrast.
correctly?			"Image" - "Contrast" sp.51, p.53

Has the colour been adjusted correctly?			Use the "Color Adjustment" menu command to adjust the colour.
			"Image" - "Color Adjustment" sp.52, p.54

Have the colour intensity and tint been			Use the "Color Intensity" and "Tint" menu commands to adjust the colour and tint.
adjusted correctly?			"Image" - "Color Intensity", "Tint" sp.53

	Only when projecting images
	from a video source

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Contents User’s Guide Notations Used in This User’s Guide Colour mode function Features of the ProjectorFeatures of the Projector Easy to Operate Contents Specifications Using the Help Problems SolvingAppearance IndexConnecting to a Video Source Preventing theft Password ProtectPart Names and Functions Front/Top Part Names and FunctionsControl Panel Rear Air filter air intake vent sp.84, p.89 BaseRemote Control Replace the battery cover Remove the battery cover Before Using the Remote ControlInserting the Batteries Insert the batteriesUsing the Remote Control Using the Remote Control and Remote Operating RangeRemote Operating Range When suspended from the ceilingOperating angle horizontal Operating angle verticalSetting Up the Projector InstallationScreen Size and Projection Distance EMP-821EMP-81/61 Screen Eligible Computers Connecting to a ComputerIf the Monitor Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port Example Projecting Images from the ComputerComputer Mouse used Applicable cable Right click Drag and drop Moving the mouse pointer Left clickVideo images cannot be output to an external monitor Connecting to an External MonitorProjecting Composite Videog Images Connecting to a Video SourceProjecting Component Video Images Projecting S-Video ImagesProjecting RGB Video Images Use the accessory computer cable to make the connectionsPlaying Sound from Video Equipment If the video signals are being input to the Video portPreventing theft Password Protect When Password Protect is enabledWhen Power on Protect is enabled on Setting Password Protect To set a password, select Password and then press Enter the setting time as a number of up to 4 digitsEnter a 4-digit password Re-enter the password that you entered in stepBasic Operations Turning the Projector On Connecting the Power CableTurning the Power On and Projecting Images If more than one external device is connected to Projector, use the remote control or projector controlPress the Power button Turn off the power for the signal sources that arePress the Power button once more Turning the Projector OffIf not using the projector for a long period, unplug Power cable from the electrical outletAttach the lens cover Adjusting the Image Size Zoom Function Adjusting the Screen ImageFocusing the Screen Image Adjust by turning the zoom ringSeen from above Seen from the sideFoot 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 Mode Application Selecting the Projection Quality Colour Mode SelectionAdjusting 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 Press the E-Zoom button ZoomMove the cross to the area of the image that is to be Enlarged or reducedPointer function Tilt the button to move the pointer iconPress the Pointer button Using the Configuration Menu Functions Image Menu List of FunctionsRed GreenBlue Component videog/ Composite videog/ S-Videog Adjust the intensity of the red components Median value Sync.g Signal MenuUsing the Configuration Menu Functions Component videog Composite videog/ S-Videog Using the Configuration Menu Functions OFF Setting MenuUsing the Configuration Menu Functions Message Extended MenuBackground Color Startup ScreenSleep Mode Direct Power onUsing the Configuration Menu Functions Info Menu Sp.29 Reset MenuConfirm the selection Using the Configuration MenusPress the Menu button Select a menu itemChange the setting Select a sub-menu itemClose the menu Troubleshooting Press the Help button Using the HelpThrough the menu to more detailed items Repeat the operations in steps 2 and 3 to proceedProblems Solving Reading the IndicatorsPower indicator lights red Problems Solving Lamp or Temp indicator flashes orangeNormal Power does not turn on sp.81 When the Indicators Provide No HelpNo images appear sp.75 Image is truncated large or small sp.79Problems relating to images Does the mode match the frequency Is Sleep Mode set to ON?Resolution of the image signals? Projection stops automaticallyTurned on? Are the image signals being output to Is the power for the computer or video sourceHas the focus been adjusted correctly? Is the keystone adjustment value too large?Have the Sync.g and Trackingg settings Has the correct resolution been selected?Been adjusted correctly? Interference or distortion appear in imagesHas the Resize been set correctly? Zoom function? Has the Position setting been adjustedIs the image still being enlarged by Correctly?Has the image brightness been adjusted Do the input signal settings match the signalsHas the image contrastg been adjusted Has the colour been adjusted correctly?Problems when projection starts Other problems List of Supported Monitor Displays List of ESC/VP21 Commands100 102Cleaning MaintenanceCleaning the Projectors Surface Cleaning the LensWhen the Lamp indicator is flashing orange Lamp Replacement PeriodReplacing Consumables Projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorateBuzzer sounds, and then disconnect the power cable Turn off the projectors power, wait until the coolReplacing the Lamp Down period has ended and a pip-pip confirmationInstall the new lamp Take out the lamp Install the lamp coverSelect Lamp-Hours Reset from the Reset menu Resetting the Lamp Operating TimeThen press the Enter button Select Yes and then press the Enter buttonRemove the air filter Replacing the Air Filter Install the new air filterSelect User’s Logo from the Extended menu, Saving a Users LogoImage to be recorded and a selection marquee Select Yes in the sub-menu, then press the EnterBox will be displayed. Move the marquee box to select 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 Resize display Squeeze modeSecurity lock SRGBList of ESC/VP21 Commands Command ListCommunication Protocol Cable Layouts USB connectionSerial connection USB Connection Setup Computer/RGB Video List of Supported Monitor DisplaysComponent Video/RGB Video Composite Video/S-Video100 Specifications101 Specifications102 Appearance103 Index104 Index105 Declaration of Conformity 106107 General Notice