Optoma Optoma EP730 User manual

FCC Notice
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with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-
vide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation.
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Usage Notice
Precautions .......................................................................................... 2
Introduction
Product Features.................................................................................. 3
Package Overview ............................................................................... 4
Product Overview ................................................................................. 5
Installation
Connecting the Projector ...................................................................... 7
Powering On/Off the Projector.............................................................. 8
Adjusting the Projected Image.............................................................. 10
User Controls
Panel Control & Remote Control .......................................................... 12
On-Screen Display Menus ................................................................... 14
Appendices
Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 21
Changing the Lamp............................................................................... 24
Specifications ....................................................................................... 25
Compatibility Modes............................................................................. 26
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.
Warning- Connecting the projector to computer, please turn on the projector
first.

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Product Features
This product, is an SVGA single chip 0.7” DLPäProjector. The outstanding
features of it are listed as follows:
qTrue SVGA, 800 x 600 addressable pixels
q3.3 lbs. (1.5 kgs) lightweight compact design
qSingle chip DLPätechnology
qXGAcompression and VGA, SVGA re-sizing
q130 Watts user replaceable P-VIP lamp
qMac/NEC PC-98/FM Towns compatible
qNTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM and HDTV (720P,480i/P)
compatible
qFull function remote control
qHigh definition TV compatibility
qUser friendly Multilingual on-screen display menu
qAdvanced electronic keystone correction
qUser friendly keypad control with backlight
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 RCA Audio Cable
VGA Signal Cable
Remote ControlCarrying Case
Warranty Card
Composite Video Cable
RCA to D-Sub Cable
Quick Start Card
Battery x 2 User’s Guide

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Product Overview
Speaker
Focus Ring
Remote Control
Receiver
Zoom Ring
Zoom Lens Power Connector
Elevator Button
ConnectionPorts
HDTV/Component
Video & Computer
InputConnector S-videoInput
Connector
Audio Input
Connector
Composite Video
InputConnector
PanelControl
Power On / StandbyMenu
(On/Off)
Enter /
Resync
Source
FourDirectional
Select Keys
MuteVolume Lamp
Warning LED
MainUnit
Panel Control
Temperature
Warning LED

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RemoteControl
Source
Resync
Reset
Freeze
Keystone Correction
Power / Standby
Volume ( + / - )
Mute
FourDirectional
Select Keys
Enter
Menu
Zoom In / Zoom Out

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Connecting the Projector
Installation
vTo ensure the projector works well with your computer, please configure
the display mode of your graphic card to make it less than or equal to 800 X 600
resolution. Make sure timimg of the display mode is compatible with the projector.
Refer to the“Compatibility Modes”section on page 26.
Power Cord
S-Video Output
S-Video
Cable
Video Output
Audio Output
VGA Signal Cable
RGB Port
RGBPort
RCA to D-Sub Cable
Composite Video Cable
RCA Audio Cable
VGA Signal Cable
Digital Tuner Output
Antenna

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uPowering On the Projector
1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected.
3. The “Power/Standby” indicator will flash.And press the “Power/Standby” button
again to start on your projector.
The startup screen will display for 20 seconds and the Power/Standby indicator will
light solid amber.
4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, or video player ,etc.). The projector will
detect your source automatically.
* If the screen displays “No Signal” , please make sure the signal cables are
securely connected.
* If you connect multiple sources at the same time, use the “Source” button
onthe Remote Control or Panel Control to switch.
* Turn on the projector first and then the computer.
Power On/Off the Projector
Lens cap
Power /
Standby

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uPowering Off the Projector
1. Press the “Power/Standby” button to turn off the projector lamp.
2. After pressing the “Power/Standby” button, you will see a message “Power off the
lamp?” on the on-screen display. Press the “Power/Standby” button again to confirm.
Otherwise the message will disappear after 5 seconds.
3. “Power/Standby” LED indicator will flash amber for about 30 seconds.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
* When the “LAMP” indicator lights solid orange; please change the lamp
module immediately.
* When the “TEMP” indicator lights solid orange, it indicates the projector
has been overheated. The display will automatically shut itself down.
Under normal conditions, the display can be switched on again for your
presentation. If the problem persists, you should contact your local dealer or
our service center.
* No matter the video source is input or not, if you press“Power/Standby” by
accident, a “Power off the lamp ?” sign will display in screen. You can clear
the turn-off message by pressing any function key. Or you can just ignore this
message without pressing any function key; the message will disappear after 5
seconds and restore to previous status.