Optoma Optoma EP718 User manual

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Usage Notice
Precautions .......................................................................................... 2
Introduction
Product Features.................................................................................. 3
Package Overview ............................................................................... 4
Product Overview ................................................................................. 5
Installation
Connecting the Projector to Desktop Computer................................... 9
Connecting the Projector to Portable Computer ................................... 10
Connecting the Projector to Other Video Sources ............................... 11
Powering On/Off the Projection Display................................................ 13
Adjusting the Projected image.............................................................. 15
User Controls
Panel Control & Remote Control .......................................................... 17
On-Screen Display Menus ................................................................... 19
Appendices
Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 23
Changing the Lamp............................................................................... 26
Specifications ....................................................................................... 27
Compatibility Modes............................................................................. 28
Table of Contents

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Precautions
Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this
user’s manual to maximize the life of your unit.
Do:
qTurn off the product before cleaning.
qUse a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the display housing.
qDisconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not being used for a
long period of time.
Don’t:
qBlock the slots and openings on the unit provided for ventilation.
qUse abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents for your cleaning.
qUse under the following conditions:
- Extremely hot, cold or humid environment.
- In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
- Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic field.
- Place in direct sunlight.
Usage Notice
Warning- Do not look into the lens. The bright light may hurt your eyes.
Warning- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
product to rain or moisture.
Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause
electric shock.
Warning- When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow
all changing instructions.
Warning- This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to
change the lamp when it shows warning messages.
Warning- After changing a new lamp, please reset the lamp life from OSD
menu.
Warning- Before switching off the product, please keep the cooling fan
running for a few minutes.

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Product Features
This product, is an XGA single chip 0.9” DLPäProjector. The outstanding
features of it are listed as follows:
qTrue XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels
q5 lbs (2.3 kgs) lightweight compact design
qSingle chip DLPätechnology
qSXGAcompression and VGA, SVGA re-sizing
q150 Watts user replaceable P-VIP lamp
qMac/ NEC PC-98/ FM Towns compatible
qNTSC/NTSC4.43/ PAL/ PAL-M / PAL-N/ SECAM compatible
qFull function wireless remote controller
qReal plug & play with auto image function
qUser friendly Multilingual on-screen display menu
qAdvanced electronic keystone correction and picture in picture function
qLuxurious carrying case included
Introduction

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Package Overview
This projection display comes with all the items shown below. Check to make
sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if anything is
missing.
Projection Display Power Cord
S-Video Cable Audio-In Cable for Computer
VGA Cable
Remote Control Carrying Case
User’s Manual Warranty Card
Composite Video Cable
Audio Cable
Remote Receiver Cable

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Product Overview
MainUnit
Speaker
Panel Control
Focus Ring Remote Control
Receiver
Zoom Ring
Elevator Button
Security Lock Slot
Connection Ports
Carrying Handle
Power Connector
Power Switch Elevator Foot
Lens

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ConnectionPorts
PanelControl
ComputerInput
Connector
Power Switch
S-video
Connector Audio Output
Connector
Audio Iuput
Connector
Composite Video
Connector
PowerConnector
Power /
Standby
Lamp
Temperature
Enter
Menu
Reset
Source
Four Directional
Select Keys

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RemoteControl
Source
Resync
Freeze
Keystone Correction
Power / Standby
Volume ( + / - )
Mute
FourDirectional Select Keys
Enter
Menu Picture in Picture
Laser Point
Mouse Ball
Left Mouse Button
ZoomOut
Reset
ZoomIn
Right Mouse Button
Caution: To reduce the risk of injury to the eyes, do not look directly
into the laser light on the remote control and do not point the laser light into
anyone’s eyes. This remote control is equipped with a Class IIIAlaser that
reduces radiation.
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Caution: To reduce the risk of injury to the eyes, do not look directly
into the laser light on the remote control and do not point the laser light into
anyone’s eyes. This remote control is equipped with a Class IIIAlaser that
reduces radiation.
Calibrating the Mouse
The first time the optional remote control is used, the mouse ball should be cali-
brated to adjust or fine-tune the pointing performance.
To calibrate the mouse ball on the remote control:
1. Ensure that the projector and remote control are powered on.
2. Press down on the top of the mouse ball and hold it down until it clicks.
3. Then move the mouse ball around in as large a circle as possible.
vRemember to recalibrate the mouse ball when ever the batteries on the remote
control are changed.
IMPORTANT: To Operate a computer using the remote control, an additional receiver
cable must be connected to the RS232C port on the computer.
Laser Point
1. Dual functions of a laser pen and remote control.
2. The laser pilot light can be used in presetation.
3. The laser pointer is clearly visible under ordinary light and can penetrate glass.
4. The laser pointer has an effective distance of 300M.
5. Applicable to training, speech, merchandise display, presentation, auto repair, etc
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Connecting the Projector to Desktop Computer
Installation
1. Make sure the projector and your computer are turned off.
2. Connect one end of the projector signal cable to the projector; connect the other
end to the VGA connector on the computer and tighten the screws.
3. Connect one end of the power cord into the back of projector; connect the other
end to an electrical outlet.
vTo ensure the projection display works well with your computer, please configure
the display mode of your graphic card to make it less than or equal to 1024 X 768
resolution. Make sure timimg of the display mode is compatible with the projection
display. Refer to the“Compatibility Modes”section on page 28.
Power Cord
VGA Cable
Computer Output
4. The adapter of remote receiver is connected to RS232C socket at the back of the
computer.
RS232C
Remote Receiver Cable

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COMPUTER IN
S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO
IN OUT
Connecting the Projector to Portable Computer
1. Make sure the projector and your notebook are turned off.
2. Connect one end of the projector signal cable to the projector; connect the other
end to the VGA connector on the notebook and tighten the screws.
3. Connect one end of the power cord into the back of projector; connect the other
end to an electrical outlet.
Power Cord
VGA Cable
Notebook Output
4. The adapter of remote receiver is connected to RS232C socket at the back of the
computer.
RS232C
Remote Receiver Cable