80 Problem Solving
Solving Picture Problems
You cannot turn on the projector.
■Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch on the back of the projector
is turned on. Then wait a mo ment for the Ppower button to light up before pressing the
Ppower button on the projector or the On button on the remote control.
■If you’ve set the Control Panel Lock, the control panel buttons are disabled; you must
use the remote control to turn on the projector (see page 37).
■If you’ve set the Child Lock, you have to press the Ppower button on the projector for 3
seconds to turn on the projector, or use the remote control (see page 37).
No picture appears on the screen or you see the No Signal message displayed.
■Press one of the Source buttons on the remote control, or press the source button
on the projector, to select the correct input source. Allow a few seconds for the projector
to sync up after pressing the button.
■Press the Blank button on the remote control to make sure the picture hasn’t been turned
off temporarily.
■Check that the power light is on and not flashing, and the lens cover is open.
■The projector may be in standby (or sleep) mode. If the Ppower button is lit and the
power light is off, press the Ppower button to turn the projector back on.
■Make sure your video equipment is turned on.
■Make sure your cable(s) are connected correctly (see page 18).
The temperature
light flashes red
There is a fan or sensor problem. Turn off the projector and
unplug it from the electrical outlet. Then contact Epson for
assistance (see page86).
Both warning
lights are
flashing red
There is an internal problem. Turn off the projector and unplug it
from the electrical outlet. Then contact Epson for assistance (see
page 86).
Lights indicating a problem
Light state Cause and solution