Epson PowerLite 8150i User manual

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Projector Specifications
General
Type of display Poly-silicon Thin Film Transistor (TFT)
Size of liquid
crystal panels Diagonal: 1.3 inches (33.6 mm)
Lens F=1.7 to 2.3, f=49 to 63 mm
Resolution 1024 × 768 pixels
Color reproduction 24 bit, 16.7 million colors
Brightness 3200 lumens (ANSI)
Image size Wide angle: 28 to 300 inches (at 3.3 to
37.3 feet distance)
Tele angle: 21 to 300 inches (at 3.1 to
48.1 feet distance)
Projection distance 3.1 to 48.1 feet (.9 to 14.6 meters)
Projection methods Front, rear, upside-down (ceiling mount)
Internal speaker
system 3-watt, 8-Ωstereo speakers
Optical aspect ratio 4:3 (horizontal:vertical)
Zoom ratio 1:1.3
Tilt angle 0 to 15°
Keystone correction
angle ±30°(ratio: 10.0 to 5.5)
Lens shift 0 to 10°
Projection Lamp
Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency)
Power
consumption 230 W
Lamp life About 2000 hours
Part number ELPLP11
Remote Control
Range 32.8 feet (10 meters)
Batteries Alkaline AA (2)
Mouse Compatibility
Supports PS/2,
USB, serial, ADB
Remote IR Receiver
Supports EPSON Remote IR Receiver, 10-foot cable
(typically used for rear screen projection)
foot adjust
lever
control panel
status lights
front remote
control sensor
foot adjust
lever
speaker
handle
zoom ring
focus ring
projection
lens
lens shift knob
adjustable feet
A/C power
inlet
rear remote
control sensor
see below
RJ45 (Ethernet 10/100)
connector memory card slot USB ports
Monitor Out Stack Out
Computer 2 /
Component Video
Computer 1
Audio
Mouse/Com
S-Video S-Audio/Audio2 L-Audio-RVideo
Remote
R/Cr/Pr B/Cb/Pb H/C Sync V SyncG/Y
DVI connector
VGA (video in) connector
BNC connectors
(for Computer 2
or component
video source)
DVI / VGA
switch
optional
remote
receiver
connector
S-video
connector
Stack Out connector
Monitor Out
connector
S-Audio/Audio 2
connector
composite video
connector
Audio 1
connector
left and right
audio connectors
Mouse/Com
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Dimensions
Height 7.4 inches (188 mm)
Width 12.0 inches (305 mm)
Depth 17.6 inches (448 mm)
Weight 20 lb (9.1 kg)
Electrical
Rated frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Power supply 100 to 120 VAC, 4.0 A
200 to 240 VAC, 2.0 A
Power
consumption Operating: 370 W
Standby: 40 W
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C),
non-condensing
Storage: 14 to 140°F (–10 to 60°C),
non-condensing
Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH,
non-condensing
Storage: 10 to 90% RH,
non-condensing
Safety
United States FCC Part 15J Class B
UL1950 Rev. 3
Canada DOC SOR/88-475
CSA C22.2 No. 950 Rev. 3
CE Marking Directive 89/336/EEC
EN 55022 Class B
EN 50082-1
Directive 73/23/EEC
EN 60950
Compatible Video Formats
The projector supports computer displays ranging from VGA
through UXGA. EPSON’s patented SizeWise™chip
automatically resizes images as needed to display in the
projector’s native format. The projector also supports the new
Digital Visual Interface (DVI) format, as well as NTSC, PAL,
SECAM, and HDTV international video standards.
To project images output from a computer, the computer’s
video card must be set at a refresh rate (vertical frequency)
that’s compatible with the projector; see the following table
for compatible formats. Note that the frequencies of some
computers may not allow images to be displayed correctly;
see your computer’s documentation for details.
Mode Resolution Frequency
H(KHz)/V(Hz)
Dot
(MHz)
VGACGA
VGAEGA
640 x 400
640 x 350
31.46 / 70
31.46 / 70
25.175
25.175
NEC400 640 x 400 24.83 / 56.65 21.053
VGA60
VGA72
VGA75
VGA85
VGA100
VGA120
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
31.469 / 59.94
37.861 / 72.809
37.5 / 75
48.269 / 85.008
51 / 100
61 / 120
25.175
31.5
31.5
36
42.5
50.8
SVGA56
SVGA60
SVGA72
SVGA75
SVGA85
SVGA100
SVGA120
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
35.156 / 56.25
37.879 / 60.317
48.077 / 72.188
46.875 / 75
53.674 / 85.061
63 / 100
76 / 120
36
40
50
49.5
56.25
67
80
XGA43i
XGA60
XGA70
XGA75
XGA85
XGA100
XGA120
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
35.522 / 86.958
48.363 / 60.004
56.476 / 70.069
60.023 / 75.029
68.677 / 84.997
81 / 100
97 / 120
44.9
65
75
78.75
94.5
111
133
SXGA1_70
SXGA1_75
SXGA1_85
SXGA1_100
1152 x 864
1152 x 864
1152 x 864
1152 x 864
63.851 / 70.012
67.5 / 75
77.094 / 84.999
90 / 100
94.5
108
121.5
144
SXGA2_60
SXGA2_75
SXGA2_85
1280 x 960
1280 x 960
1280 x 960
60 / 60
75 / 75
85.938 / 85.002
108
126
148.5
SXGA3_43i
SXGA3_60
SXGA3_75
SXGA3_85
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
46.433 / 86.871
63.981 / 60.02
79.976 / 75.025
91.146 / 85.024
78.75
108
135
157.5
UXGA48i
UXGA60
UXGA65
UXGA70
UXGA75
UXGA80
UXGA85
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
62.5 / 96.080
75 / 60
81.25 / 65
87.5 / 70
93.75 / 75
100 / 80
106.25 / 85
135
162
175.5
189
202.5
202.5
202.5
MACLC13
MACII13
MAC16
MAC19-60
MAC19
MAC21
iMac VGA
iMac SVGA
iMac XGA
640 x 480
640 x 480
832 x 624
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 870
640 x 480
800 x 600
1024 x 768
34.975 / 66.62
35 / 66.67
49.725 / 74.55
48.193 / 59.28
60.241 / 74.93
68.682 / 75.062
60.49 / 117
60.33 / 95
60 / 75
31.33
30.24
57.28
64
80
100
50.39
62.62
78.7
HDTV480P
(ANSI/SMPTE)
720 x 483 31.469 / 59.940 27
HDTV480P
(ATSC)
704 x 480 31.469 / 59.940 27
HDTV480I
(ANSI/SMPTE)
720 x 487 15.734 / 59.940 13.5

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Computer Video Port Pin Assignments
The Computer 1 analog port and the Monitor Out port are
female video RGB, 15-pin micro-D-style connectors. Here are
their pin assignments:
Lenses, Image Size, and Projection
Distance
Follow the guidelines below when selecting a lens and
positioning the projector. Minimum and maximum screen
sizes are given for each lens type, along with the corresponding
projection distance (usually given as a range, since the zoom
ring can be used to change the image size). For other screen
sizes, use the EPSON Projection Distance Calculator,
available by download at http://support.epson.com.
Note: The screen size may vary if you tilt the projector up by
extending the feet or use electronic keystone correction.
Standard Lens
Minimum screen size: 21 inches (53 cm) at a distance of 37.8
inches (90 cm), using the full-tele setting
Maximum screen size: 300 inches (762 cm) at a distance of 38
to 48 feet (11.4 to 14.6 m)
Long Throw Zoom Lens (ELPLL02)
Minimum screen size: 60 inches (153 cm) at a distance of 10
to 17 feet (300 to 510 cm)
Maximum screen size: 300 inches (762 cm) at a distance of 51
to 86 feet (15.6 to 26.4 m)
Extra Long Throw Zoom Lens (ELPLL03)
Minimum screen size: 60 inches (153 cm) at a distance of 28.2
feet (8.6 m), using the full-tele setting
Maximum screen size: 300 inches (762 cm) at a distance of
108 to 145 feet (32.8 to 44.3 m)
Short Throw Zoom Lens (ELPLW01)
Minimum screen size: 60 inches (152 cm) at a distance of 65
to 77 inches (170 to 190 cm)
Maximum screen size: 200 inches (508 cm) at a distance of 19
to 22 feet (5.7 to 6.8 m)
Fixed Short Throw Lens (ELPLR01)
Minimum screen size: 60 inches (153 cm) at a distance of 46
inches (120 cm)
Maximum screen size: 100 inches (254 cm) at a distance of 78
inches (200 cm)
HDTV480I
(ATSC)
704 x 480 15.734 / 59.940 13.5
HDTV720P
(SMPTE)
1280 x 720 44.955 / 59.940 74.176
HDTV1080P
(ANSI/SMPTE)
1920 x 1080 67.433/ 59.940 148.352
HDTV1080I
(ANSI/SMPTE)
1920 x 1080 33.716 / 59.940 74.176
NTSC (XGA) 1024 x 438 15.734 / 60 20.89
PAL (XGA) 1024 x 512 15.625 / 50 21.154
SECAM (XGA) 1024 x 512 15.625 / 50 21.154
Pin # Computer 1 port Monitor Out port
1 Red video Red out / red video
2 Green video Green out / green video
3 Blue video Blue out / blue video
4 Monitor (ID bit 2) Reserved
5GND GND
6 Red video GND GND
7 Green video GND GND
8 Blue video GND GND
9 NC Reserved
10 Synchronous GND GND
11 Monitor (ID bit 0) Reserved
12 SDA Reserved
13 Horizontal sync Horizontal sync
14 Vertical sync Vertical sync
15 SLC Vertical sync
Mode Resolution Frequency
H(KHz)/V(Hz)
Dot
(MHz)

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Positioning the Projector
The projector can be installed in three ways:
❏front projection
Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, making sure
there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the
projector.
❏overhead projection
To project from overhead, select Ceiling in the projector’s
Advanced menu. To mount the projector, use the special
attachments and adapters listed in “Optional Accessories”on
page 14.
❏rear-screen projection
To project from behind a semi-transparent screen, select
Rear Proj. in the projector’s Advanced menu.
When equipped with the standard lens, you can place the
projector anywhere from 21 inches to 48 feet from the screen.
Image size varies with projection distance, as shown below; for
more information, see page 5.
Be sure to center the projector in front of the screen (not off to
one side at an angle), or your image won’t be square.
Adjusting the Height of the Image
You won’t need to tilt the projector upward as long as you
position it so that its lens is at least as high as the bottom of
the screen, but no higher than the middle of the screen, as
shown. This delivers the best-looking picture.
Adjust the height of the image using the lens shift knob, as
shown below. If the knob is recessed, press and release it so
that it extends; then turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to
move the image up or down. When you’re finished, press the
knob back in.
If the image still isn’t high enough, you can raise it further
using the projector’s feet. Pull up on the blue foot release
levers to release the feet.
Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the
levers to lock the feet in position. You can fine-tune the height
of the projector by turning the feet.
If the image is no longer square after raising it, see the
following section.
Correcting Keystone Distortion
If the projected image isn’t square or
has “keystone”shape, press the
Keystone button on top of the
projector to correct it. Press on the
right +or left –side of the Keystone
button until the image looks correct.
After correction, your image will be slightly smaller.
Note: You can also correct the keystone shape using the projector’s
Setting menu.
4 ft8 ft43 ft distance from screen
no lower than
bottom of screen
no higher than
middle of screen
ideal
range
lens shift knob
Keystone
Volume
S
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n
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Presenting Without a Computer
The projector’s EasyMP.net features let you transfer computer
presentations directly to the projector (over a network) and
then deliver them without having to connect a PC or laptop.
EasyMP.net supports the following applications and image
formats:
❏PowerPoint 97 and 2000
❏Word 97, 98, and 2000 (including multi-page files)
❏Excel 97 and 2000 (including multi-sheet files)
❏text (including unicode) and rich text format (RTF)
❏jpeg (JPG), bitmap (BMP and DIB), and portable network
graphics (PNG)
Note: Certain applications may not look or work exactly the same
as on your computer. See the Notices section in the
Administrator’s Manual for details.
Connecting to Your Network
To use your projector’s network features, you need to have a
Microsoft network running TCP/IP. Connect the projector to
your network and insert its memory card, as described below.
1. Connect the projector using a standard (Category 5 UTP)
network cable. Plug it into the RJ45 connector on the back
of the projector as shown:
2. Make sure the projector’s memory card is installed. (The
projector comes with a 16-megabyte CompactFlashcard,
but you can purchase larger-size cards. The projector also
supports ATA flash cards and ATA HDD cards.)
If necessary, place the memory card in the card adapter:
Insert the card into the PCMCIA slot on the projector:
Configuring the Projector to the Network
You can follow the steps below to set up the projector if all
systems that need to access it are on the same subnet. For
other network configurations, or to give the projector access to
shared drives on remote PCs, see the Administrator’s Manual.
1. Connect a USB mouse and USB keyboard to the projector’s
USB ports, as shown below.
If you don’t have a USB mouse, you can use the projector’s
remote control to point and click. (Make sure the remote
control is turned on, using the switch on its side.) If you
don’t have a USB keyboard, you can use the projector’s
software keyboard; see the Administrator’s Manual for details.
2. Press the Power button to turn on the projector (see “Using
the Control Panel”on page 12). Wait until you see the
EasyMP.net screen:
If you don’t see this screen, press the Comp/Easy-MP button
on the control panel. (You may need to press it more than
once.)
3. Click the Easy Configuration icon, as shown above.
USB ports
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4. On the next screen, click the Network icon. You see this
screen:
5. Enter the necessary parameters (IP address, subnet mask, or
others as needed) to give the projector a unique address on
your network, then click Set. For details, see the
Administrator’s Manual.
6. Enter a name for the projector so that users can easily
identify it, then click Set.
7. Turn off the projector and restart it so the settings can take
effect.
Transferring Your Presentation to the
Projector
After installing the EasyMP.net software, as described in the
Administrator’s Manual, you can use it to send presentations
from your office PC to the projector. You can also get your
presentation to the projector in one of these ways:
❏If your computer has a PCMCIA slot, you can copy your
presentation directly onto a memory card, then insert the
card in the projector.
❏If the projector and your PC are properly set up, you can use
the projector to download your presentation while you’re in
the meeting room.
❏If you have a networked laptop in the meeting room, you
can drag your presentation onto the EMP Tablet software
icon on your desktop to start and run your presentation; you
don’t have to copy it to the projector beforehand.
Note: If your laptop is equipped with a wireless Ethernet card,
you won’t have to worry about connecting any cables before
starting your presentation.
Follow these steps to send your presentation from your office
PC to the projector:
1. Click Start, Programs, EasyMP, then select EMP File
Utility. You see this screen, with the files on your PC listed on
the left:
2. Click the Connect icon, as shown above. You see this screen:
3. Select the name of your projector, then click OK. (If you
have more than one projector, you may need to click the
drop-down arrow and select the correct projector from the
list. If it isn’t listed, click the Search button; see the
Administrator’s Manual for details.)
All files currently stored on the projector appear on the right,
as shown:
4. To copy your presentation to the projector, highlight its
name on the left side of the screen, then highlight the
folder’s name where you want to copy it on the right side of
the screen. Then click the copy icon.
click here
PC files
select projector name
and click OK
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Viewing Your Presentation
Once you’ve copied your presentation to the projector’s
memory card, follow these steps to get it running:
1. If necessary, press the Comp/Easy-MP button to switch to
EasyMP.net:
2. Click the Easy View icon, shown above. You see this
screen:
3. Click Viewer. Locate your presentation’s file name in the file
window.
4. To start your presentation, double-click its file name, or
highlight it and click the Play icon.
For more information, see the User’s Guide to learn about:
❏controlling your presentation
❏using the EMP Tablet software to draw on the screen
❏connecting a drawing tablet to the projector or your laptop
❏saving your on-screen drawings and notes as “meeting
minutes”(an HTML file you can share on the network)
Projector Status Lights
The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s
operating status.
click here
click here
make sure
this box is
checked
Light Status Description and action
off Make sure the power cord is connected. If
you’ve just replaced the lamp, make sure its
cover is fastened securely.
green The projector is operating normally.
flashing
green
The projector is warming up. Wait for the
image to appear.
orange The projector is in sleep mode and can
receive data over the network. Unplug the
projector to turn it off, or press the Power
button to turn it on.
flashing
orange
The projector is cooling down. Don’t unplug
the projector until the light stops flashing. If
you want to turn the projector back on, wait
until the light stops flashing and press the
Power button.
red Power is cut off because of an internal
problem. Contact EPSON for help.
flashing
orange
The lamp is almost burned out. This is a good
time to replace it.
flashing red The lamp is burned out or there is a problem
with the lamp’s ballast.
flashing
orange
The projector is getting too hot. Turn it off and
let it cool before using it.
red The projector has overheated and turned off
automatically. Let it cool for a few minutes,
then turn it back on. Make sure there is plenty
of space around and under the projector for
ventilation. If it continues to overheat, you may
need to change the air filter.
flashing red There is a problem with the cooling fan or
temperature sensor. Turn off the projector and
unplug it. Contact EPSON for help.
lamp light
temperature light
power light

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Using the Remote Control
The remote control uses a line-of-sight infrared signal. It lets
you access the projector’s features from anywhere in the
room—up to 32 feet away. You can point the remote either at
the front or back of the projector or at the screen.
In addition to the functions described on the next page, you
can also use the remote control as a wireless mouse in the
following situations:
❏
❏❏
❏when using EasyMP.net
The remote control lets you select the image you want to
view, click through your PowerPoint slides, and draw on the
screen to highlight your presentation.
❏
❏❏
❏when presenting from a computer
If you’re presenting from a laptop instead of using
EasyMP.net, you can use the remote control’s built-in
pointer and highlighting features. These let you annotate
your presentation on-screen.
You can also use the remote control in place of your
computer’s mouse. This gives you more flexibility when
delivering PowerPoint and other slideshow-style
presentations, since you won’t need to stand next to your
computer to change slides. To use the remote control in this
way, you have to connect the projector’s mouse cable
between your computer and the projector.
❏
❏❏
❏when accessing the projector’s help and menu functions
The remote control lets you access and use the projector’s
help system. It also lets you navigate the menu system to
fine-tune various projector features.
Note: If the remote control isn’t working, make sure the on/off
switch on its side is turned on and fresh batteries are installed.
The remote control also may not work properly if a strong light
source or radiant heater is present.
See the next page for information on using the remote control
buttons, shown below:
Open the cover just below the Esc button to access these
remote control buttons:
Power
Freeze
A/V Mute
E-Zoom
R/C ON
OFF
3
1
5
2
4
Enter
Esc
Enter (pointer) button
Esc button
Freeze
A/V mute
E-Zoom
Special effects
buttons (1-5)
light button
Power
on/off switch
cover
Esc
Menu
Comp1
P in P Preset
Video
Help
- Volume +
Capture
Auto APPs
Resize
Comp2/YCbCr
Menu
Comp1
Capture/
Auto
picture-in-
picture
Volume
Help
Comp2/
YCbCr
Video
APPs/
Resize
Preset
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This table summarizes the functions on the remote control.
The five special effects buttons are preprogrammed with the
following functions:
Note: You can use the projector’s Effect menu to select different
options for each of the drawing tools.
Button Function
Power Starts or stops projection.
on/off switch Turns the remote control on or off. Prevents the
batteries from discharging if something presses
against one of the buttons in the carrying case.
Freeze Keeps the current computer or video image on the
screen.
A/V mute Turns off the audio and video, displaying either a
blank screen or the user’s logo.
E-Zoom Enlarges the image up to four times (in 32 steps).
Pressing the right side of the button enlarges the
image, pressing the left side of the button reduces the
image. To display a portion of an enlarged image that
is outside the display area, press the Enter button and
scroll the image to the desired location.
Effects buttons Display preprogrammed special effects on the screen
(see table at right). Additional effects can be selected
through the Effect menu or by using the EMP Link V
software.
Enter
(pointer button)
Use the Enter button like a mouse to navigate through
EasyMP.net, or to make selections in the projector’s
help and menu systems. Also lets you position special
effects on the screen and can be used in place of your
computer’s mouse when the computer is connected
with the projector’s mouse cable.
Pressing the Enter button acts as a left mouse click.
Light Illuminates all buttons on the remote control
temporarily.
Esc Stops the current function. Pressing Esc while viewing
a menu or the online help displays the previous screen
or menu. Also functions as a right mouse click.
Menu Displays or hides the menu.
Help Displays the online help menu.
Comp1 Switches to the Computer 1 image.
Comp2/YCbCr Switches to the Computer 2 or component video
source.
EasyMP.net Switches the source to the EasyMP.net screen.
Video Switches to the composite video or S-video source.
Capture/Auto When EasyMP is running, can be used to capture an
image. Otherwise, optimizes the image from a
connected computer.
APPs/Resize When EasyMP is running, calls up a menu of
applications. Otherwise, can be used to manually
resize the computer image.
P in P Displays a composite video or S-video image in a
subscreen on the main display. Use the Enter button
to reposition the Picture in Picture (P in P) screen, or
the E-Zoom button to enlarge or reduce the image.
Changes made to the P in P screen location and size
are automatically carried over to the next P in P
session.
Preset Saves and recalls up to five different session settings
(resolution, tracking, sync signal, and position). To
save the current session settings, press the Preset
button to assign it to the next available number, 1
through 5. To recall a setting, press the Preset button
a second time and move to the desired session
number. To overwrite a saved setting, move to the
setting you want to replace and press Enter. When the
confirmation message displays, choose Yes and press
Enter.
– Volume + Adjusts the volume.
Button Function
1 Changes the mouse cursor to an arrow or stamp
2 Lets you draw one or more boxes on the screen
3 Spotlights a section of the screen
4 Lets you place a vertical or horizontal bar on the screen to
highlight a part of your image
5 Erases the drawing effects on the screen
Button Function

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Using the Control Panel
The following table summarizes the functions on the control
panel:
Cleaning the Lens
Warning: Before you clean any part of the projector, turn off the
projector and unplug the power cord. 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 below.
Refer all other servicing to qualified service personnel.
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.
❏Lightly wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.
❏To remove dirt or smears on the lens, moisten a soft cloth
with an alcohol-based cleaner and gently wipe the lens
surface.
Cleaning the Projector Case
Before you clean the projector case, turn off the projector and
unplug the power cord.
❏To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-
free cloth.
❏To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with
water and a neutral detergent. Then wipe the case.
❏Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical
detergents. These can cause the case to warp.
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 proper ventilation. This
can cause overheating and damage the projector.
Follow these steps:
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable.
2. Turn the projector on its side so that the handle is on top
and you can access the filter easily.
Note: Standing the projector with the handle at the top keeps
dust from getting inside the projector housing.
Button Function
Power Starts or stops projection.
Help Displays the online help menu.
Comp/
EasyMP.net
Switches between Computer 1, Computer 2, and
EasyMP.net.
A/V mute Turns off the audio and video, displaying the black,
blue, or user logo background.
Resize Switches the display dot mode and resize mode for
VGA, SVGA, SXGA, and UXGA input.
Video Switches between composite video,
S-video, and component video (BNC).
Menu Displays or hides the menu.
Esc Stops the current function. Pressing Esc while viewing
a menu or the online help displays the previous
screen or menu. When the image source is Computer,
the Esc button acts as a mouse right-click.
Up, down arrows
(Sync+/Sync-)
Synchronizes the computer’s graphic signal. Use
these buttons to adjust an image that is fuzzy or
streaked, or to select menu items. Allows movement
or selection of a menu, if a menu is displayed.
Left, right arrows
(tracking-/
tracking+)
Matches the projector’s internal clock to computer
graphic signals (tracking adjustment). Use these
buttons to adjust an image with vertical fuzzy lines, or
to change numeric settings during menu operations.
Allows movement of a menu, if a menu is displayed.
Enter Selects a menu option or the next menu/help screen.
Pressing Enter when no menu or help screen is
displayed optimizes the computer image.
Shift Pressing the shift and Keystone buttons at the same
time increases or decreases the volume.
– Keystone + Squares up the screen, correcting up to a ±30° tilt.
– Volume + Adjusts the volume when used in conjunction with the
Shift button.
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Esc
Help Menu
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3. Pull the filter cover up and remove it.
4. The filter is attached to the inside 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 the filter is torn, replace it.
5. Replace the filter cover when you’re done.
Replacing the Lamp
The projection lamp typically lasts for about 2000 hours of
use. It is time to replace the lamp when:
❏The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
❏The lamp light is flashing red or orange.
❏The message LAMP REPLACE appears on the screen when
the projection lamp comes on (after about 1900 hours). To
maintain the projector brightness and image quality, replace
the lamp as soon as possible.
Warning: Let the lamp cool before replacing it. Also, do not touch
the glass portion of the lamp assembly. Touching the glass portion
of the lamp can result in premature lamp failure.
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable.
2. Allow the projector to cool down for at least an hour (if it
has been on).
3. Turn the projector so you can see the lamp cover.
4. Use a screwdriver to loosen the two retaining screws on the
lamp cover. When the screws are loose, lift off the lamp
cover. (You cannot remove these screws from the cover.)
5. Use a screwdriver to loosen the three screws holding the
lamp unit in place. (You cannot remove these screws
completely.) Then lift up the handle and pull out the lamp
unit.
6. Gently insert the new lamp unit by lowering it into position.
Make sure it’s inserted securely. Tighten the screws on the
new lamp unit.
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7. Replace the lamp cover and tighten the screws. (Make sure
the lamp cover is securely fastened. The projector turns itself
off if the lamp cover is open.)
8. Reset the lamp timer as described below.
Resetting the Lamp Timer
After you install a new lamp, you need to reset the timer so the
projector can keep track of how many hours it has been used.
Follow these steps:
1. Press the Help button and hold it down for at least 5
seconds. The Help menu will be displayed and then you will
see a menu asking if you want to reset the lamp ON time.
2. Use the left arrow button (control panel) or press left on the
Enter button (remote control) to select Yes.
3. Press Enter to reset the timer.
Optional Accessories
EPSON provides the following optional accessories for the
PowerLite 8150i:
You can purchase these accessories from your dealer or by
calling EPSON at [phone]; or visit the EPSON
StoreSM at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada,
please call [phone] for dealer referral.
To see our full line of multimedia projectors, please visit
www.epson.com/mul_proj.
Related Documentation
CPD-11970 EPSON PowerLite 8150i Administrator’s
Manual
CPD-11971 EPSON PowerLite 8150i User’s Guide
Service Manual TBD
Parts Price Lists PL-EMP8150
Product
Product
number
Replacement lamp and air filter ELPLP11
Short throw zoom lens ELPLW01
Long throw zoom lens ELPLL02
Extra long throw zoom lens ELPLL03
Fixed short throw lens ELPLR01
Ceiling mount ELPMB31
Suspension adapter for ceiling mount ELPMBAST
Kensington security lock ELPSL01
Insta Theatre portable projection screens:
50-inch
60-inch
80-inch
ELPSC06
ELPSC07
ELPSC08
Wireless microphone and two satellite speakers ELPCVS1
Auxiliary audio system ELPPAS1
Remote control receiver (plugs into projector to
extend range of remote control)
ELPST02
Remote control receiver kit (includes standard
receiver and clip-on attachment for connecting
directly to remote control)
ELPST04
Digital video cables:
DVI to DVI, 10 feet (3 meters)
DVI to DFP, 10 feet (3 meters)
ELPKC20
ELPKC21
VGA to 13W3 video cable (for connecting to
certain high-end workstations)
ELPKC06
VGA computer cables:
HD15/HD15 (1.8 meters)
HD15/HD15 (3.0 meters)
ELPKC02
ELPKC09
Macintosh adapter set (includes monitor adapter
and desktop adapter)
ELPAP01
Communication cable set
(for connecting a second computer; includes a
Mac adapter set so you can connect a second
Macintosh)
ELPKC04
Product
Product
number