Epson 821 manual Problems when projection starts

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Problems Solving

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Images appear dark

	Check	Remedy

Have the image brightness and luminance		Use the "Brightness" and "Brightness Control" menu commands to adjust the brightness and
been adjusted correctly?		luminance.
		"Image" - "Brightness" sp.51, p.53
		"Setting" - "Brightness Control" sp.59

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

Is the lamp due for replacement?		When the lamp is nearly due for replacement, the images will become darker and the colour quality
		will become poorer. When this happens, the lamp should be replaced with a new one. sp.86

	Nothing appears on the external monitor



	Check	Remedy

Are images from a port other than the		The only images that can be displayed on an external monitor are those from the [Computer1/
[Computer1/Component Video1] port being		Component Video1] port. The [Computer2/Component Video2] port cannot be used for an external
projected?		monitor, and images from a video equipment cannot be send to the external monitor regardless of
		the port. sp.22

Problems when projection starts

Power does not turn on

Check	Remedy

Have you pressed the [Power] button?	Press the [Power] button to turn the power on.

Are all of the indicators switched off?	The power cable is not connected correctly or power is not being supplied. Connect the power cable
	to the projector correctly. sp.31
	Alternatively, check the circuit breaker to see if power is being supplied.

Do the indicators turn off and on when the	There is probably a poor contact in the power cable, or the power cable may be defective. Reinsert
power cable is touched?	the power cable. If this does not solve the problem, stop using the projector, disconnect the power
	cable from the wall outlet and contact the nearest address provided in the "International Warranty
	Conditions" section of the Safety Instructions/World-Wide Warranty Terms booklet.

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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 IndexPreventing theft Password Protect Connecting to a Video SourcePart 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 ProjectorEMP-821 Screen Size and Projection DistanceEMP-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 EquipmentWhen Password Protect is enabled Preventing theft Password ProtectWhen 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 OffPower cable from the electrical outlet If not using the projector for a long period, unplugAttach 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 Computer Images and RGB Video Images Adjusting the Image QualityAutomatic Setup After making the adjustment, press the Menu button Adjusting the TrackingTo exit the configuration menu Signal configuration menu Adjusting the SyncProjectors control panel, and then select Sync. from Selecting the Projection Quality Colour Mode Selection Mode ApplicationAdjusting the Volume Advanced Operations Mute Functions for Enhancing ProjectionPress the A/V Mute button Press the Freeze button FreezeAspect 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 reducedTilt the button to move the pointer icon Pointer functionPress the Pointer button Using the Configuration Menu Functions List of Functions Image MenuGreen RedBlue 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 itemSelect a sub-menu item Change the settingClose 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 itemsReading the Indicators Problems SolvingPower 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 Yes at the confirmation screen, and then Select the zoom rate in the Zoom rate setting screenPress the Enter button Optional Accessories Optional Accessories and ConsumablesConsumables Glossary Security lock Squeeze modeResize display SRGBCommand List List of ESC/VP21 CommandsCommunication Protocol USB connection Cable LayoutsSerial 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