Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit ELP-3500 du fabricant Seiko Group
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Important Information About Your ELP-3500 Please read the following important information about your ELP-3500 projector. Important Safety Information WARNING: Never look into theprojector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damageyour eyes.
FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Content s Introduction Getting the Most Out of Your Projector Remote control ............... . Control panel .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............... . Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............. . About This Manual .
Connecting to a Computer ............................ . Connecting to a PC desktop computer ................ . Connecting to a PC laptop computer ................. . Connecting to a desktop Macintosh .................. . Connecting to a Power Book. ..
Using the SETTINGS Screens ........................ . Computer image SETTINGS screen ................... . Video image SETTINGS screen ................... . Using the Option Menus .......................... . Computer image option menu ...............
Introductio n The compact, lightweight, SVGA-capable EPSON ® ELP-3500 Projector lets you project computer and video images onto a large screen for full-color presentations.
The projector supports any computer capable of SVGA or VGA output, including IBM ® -compatible PCs and laptops as well as Apple Macintosh computers, including the PowerBook TM and Power Macintosh.” The video source can be NTSC, PAL, or SECAM in composite video or S-Video format.
Control panel The control panel buttons on the projector duplicate the remote control buttons and let you perform additional functions. Using the control panel’s Preset button, you can save projector settings for instant recall when you need them. Control panel buttons also let you adjust the tracking and sync for computer images.
l A switch box that lets you connect two computers to the projector at the same time, and then switch between images from the two computers during your presentation. Selector: ELPST0l You can purchase these accessories from your ELP-3500 dealer or by calling EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766.
Safety Instructions Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: 1. Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. 2. Do not use the projector near water or sources of heat. 3. Use attachments only as recommended.
10. Do not block the slots and openings in the projector case. They provide ventilation and prevent the projector from overheating. Do not put the projector on a sofa, rug, or other soft surface or in a built-in installation, unless proper ventilation is provided.
Where to Get Help EPSON provides customer support and service through a network of authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. Dial (800) 922-8911 for the nearest location or the following services: l Fax.
World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s Home Page at http://www.epson.com EPSON Internet FTP Site If you have Internet FTP capability, use your Web browser (or other software for FTP downloading) to log onto ftp.epson.com with the user name anonymous and your E-mail address as the password.
Energy Star Compliance As an E NERGY S TAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the E NERGY S TAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA E NERGY S TAR Office Equipment Program is a.
Installation This chapter describes how to unpack, set up, and connect your projector to other equipment. You must connect the projector to your computer or to a video source such as a VCR, camcorder, digital camera, or laser disc player. Connecting it to other equipment is optional.
Unpacking the Projector When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these components: Projector Remote control 2 AA batteries Power cord ELP computer video cable Macintosh video adapter Lens.
Additional components Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need additional components: l For a Macintosh PowerBook, you need a video-out cable. One is provided for all new PowerBooks that have video-out capability. If your PowerBook does not include one, see your Macintosh dealer.
2. Place the projector the proper distance from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual image size. Use the general guidelines in the table below to determine the proper distance.
4. Connect one end of the power cord to the projector’s power connector. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet. The projector goes into sleep mode, indicated by the orange power status light. Warning: Never look into the lens when the lamp is on.
6. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector. Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct. 7. Replace the battery compartment cover. When replacing batteries, take the following precautions: Do not mix old and new batteries. Replace batteries as soon as they run out.
• Apple Macintosh desktop computer, including Macintosh Quadra, ® Macintosh Centris, ® and Power Macintosh • Any Apple PowerBook with video-out capability. This includes all 160, 165, 180, and 500 series PowerBooks. See the following section that applies to your computer.
4. Connect the bigger end of on the projector’s PS/2 mouse cable to the projector’s Mouse/Corn port. 5. Disconnect the computer’s mouse cable from the mouse port on the back of the computer, and connect the smaller end of the projector’s PS/2 mouse cable to the computer’s mouse port.
2. Connect the other end of the projector’s video cable to the laptop’s monitor port. 3. Tighten the screws on both connectors to make sure they are fastened securely. 4. Connect the bigger end of the projector’s PS/2 mouse cable to the projector’s Mouse/Corn port.
5. Disconnect the computer’s mouse cable from the mouse port on the back of the computer. Then connect the smaller end of the projector’s PS/2 mouse cable to the computer’s mouse port. When the external graphics port is activated, some laptop computers automatically turn off their internal display.
3. Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on the back of the Macintosh, and connect the projector’s video cable with the Macintosh adapter to the video port. 4. Tighten the screws on all the connectors to make sure they are fastened securely.
6. Disconnect the computer’s mouse cable from the mouse port on the back of the computer. Then connect the smaller end of the projector’s Macintosh mouse cable to the computer’s mouse port. Connecting to a PowerBook Your PowerBook must have a video-out capability.
4. Connect the video-out cable to the other side of the Macintosh adapter on the projector’s video cable. 5. Tighten the screws on all the connectors to make sure they are fastened securely. 6. Connect the bigger end of the projector’s Macintosh mouse cable to the projector’s Mouse/Corn port.
Connecting to a Video Source You can also connect a video tape deck, a camcorder, a laser disc player, or any other compatible video image source to the projector. The projector can receive composite video or S-Video. You have composite video if your video source has a one-pin RCA video jack.
2. 3. For S-Video, insert one end of the S-Video cable into the projector’s S-Video jack. Insert the other end into the S-video-out jack of your video source. If your video source uses a small, round, one-prong composite (RCA) video connector, you’ll need the video/audio cable that comes with the ELP-3500.
Connecting to an Audio Source The projector h as two kinds of input for audio: one single-jack input for your computer and one two-jack input for your video source. The video source input has an L jack to control the left audio channel and an R jack to control the right audio channel.
Connecting audio from a desktop or notebook computer 1. Turn off the projector and computer if they are on. 2 . Connect either end of a 3.5 mm stereo miniplug audio cable to the Audio In jack on the projector. (You will need to purchase this cable.) 3.
1. Turn off the projector and speaker or PA system if they are on. 2. Connect the cable’s 3.5 mm stereo miniplug to the projector’s Audio Out jack. 3. Connect the RCA plug to the external amplified speaker or PA system. Insert the cable’s red plug into the R jack, and the white plug into the L jack.
Using the Projector This chapter provides the following information about using your projector: l Turning the equipment on and off l Focusing and positioning the image l Controlling the projector with the remote control and the control panel l Monitoring the status of the projector.
Turning the Equipment On and Off Always turn on the projector and its attached equipment in the following order: 1. Video source (such as a VCR), if your video source is not your computer 2. Audio source (if different from computer or video source) 3.
When you want to stop projecting images, press the Power button again. The fan remains on, and the green power indicator flashes for about 60 seconds as the projector cools off. When the projector has cooled off, the power indicator changes to orange, and the projector goes into sleep mode (described below).
Sleep mode Sleep mode conserves electricity by automatically turning off the lamp after the projector has not been used for 30 minutes. In sleep mode, the projector’s power indicator is orange and only a minimum amount of the projector’s circuitry remains on.
2. While pressing the release levers, raise or lower the projector until the screen image is correctly positioned. 3. Release the levers to lock the feet in their new position. 4. To fine-tune the height of the projector, turn the feet clockwise to raise the height or counterclockwise to lower it.
In addition to the remote control, there are buttons on the control panel on top of the projector that let you control it. Using the remote control 2 l Using the Projector pointer button left mouse bu.
Button Function Source Menu 1- 5 Pointer Right mouse button AN Mute Volume Power Left mouse button Switches the image source between computer and video equipment. Displays or hides the menu. Perform computer functions that can be assigned using the optional ELP Communication Kit software .
Using the control panel Button Function Power Starts or stops projection. Menu Displays or hides the menu Up, Down Arrow Selects a menu item Left, Right Arrow Changes the setting of the selected menu item Source Switches the image source between computer and video equipment.
Projector Status Indicators There are two warning lights on the top rear of the projector, and a row of status lights at the top of the control panel. The control panel lights indicate the projector’s operating status. Warning lights The two warning lights on the top of the projector alert you when a condition requires your immediate attention.
Using the Menus T he projector menus let you do the following: l Control image brightness and contrast. • Adjust the horizontal and vertical position and red, green, and blue strength of computer images. l Change the color and tint of video images. • View your current projector settings.
Using the Main Menus 30 You can display the main menu any time by pressing the Menu button on the remote control or the projector’s control panel. When you press the Menu button, you see the computer image main menu or the video image main menu, depending on the currently selected image source.
Menu Item Description BRIGHTNESS Lightens or darkens the overall image. Increase brightness to lighten CONTRAST H POSITION V POSITION SETTINGS an image, or decrease it to darken the image. Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas. Increase the contrast to make light areas lighter and dark areas darker.
Changing Menu Settings To change a menu setting, you use a slider to increase or decrease the value or turn the setting on or off. Follow the steps in the appropriate section below to select a menu item and change its setting. Using the control panel 1.
Using the remote control 1. Press the Menu button to display the menu. 2. Press the upper part of the pointer button to move the highlighting up one item.
Using the SETTINGS Screens The SETTINGS screen shows you the control panel settings (see page 26) currently in effect for the selected image source (computer or video). To display a SETTINGS screen, highlight the SETTINGS option on the main menu; then press the right arrow on the control panel or the right side of the remote control pointer button.
Lamp hours used at last start up: 1000 hours (displayed in lo-hour increments) Video image SETTINGS screen SETTING S EXI T VOLUME PRESET LAMP NTSC + 1 5 1 1000 H Current input signal type: NTSC Volume setting: +15 (range of available settings: 0 to +30) Selected projector setup: 1 (See page 38 for more information.
least three seconds. To clear the option menu from the screen, press Menu again. The tables below describe the option menu settings available for each image source. Note: See "Changing Menu Settings” on page 32 for details on selecting and changing a menu item setting.
Video image option menu PICTURE 1 2 LANGUAGE E J MODE AUTO Menu Item Description PICTURE Specifies image sharpness. 1 emphasizes edges and 2 de-emphasizes edges.
Using Projector Setups You can store projector setup parameters for up to six sources (three for computer image sources and three for video image sources) for instant recall when you need them. These setups remain in memory even when you turn off the projector.
Storing a setup Important! Saving new settings in a memory area automatically replaces any settings previously stored in that memory area. 1. Use the Preset button on the control panel to choose the memory area where you want to store your projector settings.
Recalling a setup Important! Recalling a setup replaces your current projector settings with the settings that were saved in memory. Use the Preset button on the control panel to select the memory area that contains the settings you want to recall.
Maintenance T he projector needs little maintenance. You should keep the lens clean, because any dirt or smears appear on the screen. You also need to periodically clean the air filter at the bottom of the projector.
Warning: Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages in the projector can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product yourself except as specifically explained in this Owner's Manual.
Cleaning the Air Filter Clean the air filter at the bottom of the projector after every 100 hours of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged with dust, preventing the projector from being ventilated properly. This can cause overheating and damage the projector.
4. The filter is attached to the other side of the filter cover. It is recommended that you use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment to clean the filter. If you don’t have one, use a dry, lint-free cloth. If the dirt is difficult to remove or if the filter is torn, replace it.
3. Use a screwdriver, coin, or similar object to loosen the two retaining screws on the lamp cover. You cannot remove these screws. 4. When the screws are loose, lift off the lamp cover.
5. Use a screwdriver, coin, or similar object to loosen the two screws holding the lamp in position. You cannot remove these screws. 6. Lift up the handle and pull out the lamp.
7. Gently insert the new lamp by lowering it into position. Make sure it is inserted securely. 8. Tighten the screws you loosened in step 5. 9. Replace the lamp cover and tighten the cover screws. Make sure the lamp cover is securely fastened. The projector turns itself off if the lamp cover is open.
Troubleshooting T his chapter describes the problems indicated by the warning lights and provides information on how to solve problems with the projector. It is divided into the following sections: l Problems with the projector. See this section if the projector is not working and to find out what the warning lights are indicating.
Problems with the Projector If you have problems with the projector, first turn it off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this does not solve the problem, check the warning lights at the top of the projector.
The power status light is flashing green and you cannot turn on the projector. The lamp is cooling down. Wait until the light changes to orange and then turn on the projector.
The lamp and temperature warning lights are flashing at the same time. An abnormality may have occurred in the projector. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector.
and then Monitors; in the Monitors screen, choose Options and make sure Macintosh Hi-Res Display or another 640 x 480 display is selected. For supported display settings, see Chapter 6. If a 640 x 480 display is selected, see Chapter 6 for supported display settings.
Adjust the Brightness and Contrast settings on the Computer Image or Video Image main menu. If you’re viewing a computer image, also try adjusting the Comp Tracking and Comp Sync buttons on the projector’s control panel. There may be dirt or smears on the lens.
Technical Specifications General Type of display Size of liquid crystal panels Resolution Image size Projection distance Remote control range Internal speaker system Optical aspect ratio Zoom ratio Liquid crystal panel, Thin Film Transistor (TFT) 1.32 inches (33.
Projector lamp Mechanical Electrical Type Power Part number Height Width Depth Weight Voltage Rated frequency Power Consumption Metal Halide, DC 100 W, 85 V ELPLP02 5.
Supported monitor displays The projector displays images at a resolution of 640 x 480 pixels. To display a higher resolution image, the projector compresses it to 640 x 480.
Monitor and VGA connector pin assignments The Monitor connector is a female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector, and the VGA connector is a male video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connector.
Glossar y Brightness. The balance of light and dark shades in an image. Composite video. A type of video signal that encodes picture, luminance, and synchronization information so it can be carried in one signal. Contrast. A measure of the tonal differences between the highlights and shadows of an image.
Resolution. A measure of the amount of detail contained in an image. Resolution can be measured in dots per inch or in pixels. Image sharpness and clarity improve as resolution increases. RGB. A type of color scheme that defines color as percentages of red, green, and blue.
Inde x Numerics 1, 2, 3 light, 27, 39 640 x 480 resolution, ix, 34, 52 to 53, 57 800 x 600 resolution, ix, 34, 57 A Abnormality, 52 Accessories, xi to xii, 44 Adapter, Macintosh, 10 to 12 Air filter, .
C Converter, 3 Cable, 3, 15, 17, 52 Cooling, 21 to 22, 27, 41, 44, 51 Cable, mouse, see Mouse cable Cover Camcorder, 14 Case, 42 Cleaning, 40 to 44, 54 Cloth, 42, 44 Color, 31, 54 Comp status light, 2.
Environmental specifications, 56 EPSO N accessories, xi to xii Customer Care Centers, xv Electronic support services, xv to xvi F F connector, 14 Fan, 21, 51 Feet, 23 Filter, 41, 43 to 44 Flashing lig.
Light lamp, 50 power, 20 to 22 temp, 50 to 52 Lighten image, 31 Lights status, 27 warning, 21, 49 to 50 M Macintosh adapter, 10, 12 connecting to the projector, 10 to 12 display problems, 52 to 53 sup.
Polarized screen, xi Power button, 23 to 26 cable, 43, 51 cord, 4 lamp, 56 light, green, 20 to 21, 27, 51 light, orange, 5, 22, 27, 51 outlet, 52 turning on and off, 20 to 22 Power indicator, see Powe.
Sleep mode, 5, 27 Sliders, 32 Smears, 42, 54 Softer images, 36 to 37 Software, 53 Sound system, 17 Source audio, 1, 16 button, 24 to 26 stereo, 1 video, 1, 14 Speaker, 17 Specifications, 55 to 58 Stat.
W Warning lights, 49 to 50 Water, 42 Watts, 56 Weight, 56 White plug, 16, 18 Width, 56 Windows, 52 Wireless mouse, 1, 23 Y Yellow plug, 15 Z Zoom, 55 Zoom ring, 21, 22 67.
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Seiko Group ELP-3500 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Seiko Group ELP-3500 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Seiko Group ELP-3500, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Seiko Group ELP-3500 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Seiko Group ELP-3500, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Seiko Group ELP-3500.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Seiko Group ELP-3500. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Seiko Group ELP-3500 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
