EPSONPowerLite™5000User’s Guide
A totally new, patent pending AVTSS system (Automatic VideoTracking and Synchronization Sensing) provides automatic imagesetup from a computer with a
can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product yourself: except asspecifically explained in this owner`s Manual. Refer all other servicin
Cleaning the Air FilterClean the air filter at the bottom of the projector after every 100 hoursof use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can beco
4. The filter is attached to the inside of the filter cover. It isrecommended that you use a small vacuum cleaner designed forcomputers and other offi
3. Use a screwdriver, coin, or similar object to loosen the tworetaining screws on the lamp cover. When the screws are loose, liftoff the lamp cover.
5. Lift up the handle and pull out the lamp.6. Gently insert the new lamp by lowering it into position. Make sureit is inserted securely.7. Tighten th
TroubleshootingT his chapter describes the problems indicated by the warning lightsand provides information on how to solve problems with the projecto
Problems with the ProjectorIf you have problems with the projector, first turn it off and unplug it.Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the p
DThe projection lamp light is flashing orange and you cannot turn onthe projector.The lamp is cooling down. Wait until the light turns off and then tu
DThe projection lamp and power lights are flashing at the same time.An abnormality may have occurred in the projector. Turn off theprojector and unplu
You also may need to modify existing presentation files if you createdthem for a different resolution. See your software manual for specificinformatio
Remote ControlThe buttons on the remote control enable you to turn the projector onand off, and provide direct access to auto set up, blank, freeze, v
DThe colors of the image are not right.The color balance may be incorrect. If you’re displaying a computerimage, adjust the red, green, and blue setti
Technical SpecificationsGeneral Type of displaySize of liquid crystal panelsResolutionImage sizeProjection distanceRemote control rangeInternal speake
ProjectorLampMechanicalElectricalTypePowerPart numberHeightWidthDepthWeightVoltageRated frequencyPower & ConsumptionEnvironmental TemperatureHumid
Supported Monitor DisplaysThe projector displays images at a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels.To display a higher resolution image, the projector compre
Monitor and Computer In l/2 connector pin assignmentsThe Monitor and Computer In l/2 connectors are female video RGB,15-pin micro-D-style connectors.
Brightness. The balance of light and dark shades in an image.Composite video. A type of video signal that encodes picture,luminance, and synchronizati
Point. A measurement of drawn or printed objects. One point equalsl/72 inch.Resolution. A measure of the amount of detail contained in an image.Resolu
AAccessories, xiiAir filter, cleaning, 83 to 84Amplification, 26 to 27Audio, connecting, 11, 15, 19, 23Audio menu, 51 to 52Auto button, 35BBatteries,
Connecting projectorto an audio source, 11, 15, 19, 23to desktop Macintosh, 16 to 19to a desktop PC, 8 to 11to a laptop PC, 12 to 15to a PA system, 26
OOrange lights,41to 42, 88 to 90Option menu, 52 to 54PPA system, connecting to projector, 26 to 27Pointer button, 37Positioning the screen image, 33Po
Optional AccessoriesTo enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the followingaccessories:l Carrying cases especially designed for the project
VWVideo jacks, 25Warning lights,41to 42, 88 to 90Video source, connecting to projector, 24 to26ZVolume, adjusting,51Zoom, 55 to 56Index
About This ManualChapter 1, “Installation,” gives step-by-step instructions on how to setup the projector and connect it to your computer, video sourc
Safety InstructionsFollow these safety instructions when setting up and using theprojector:1.Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or
10. Unplug the projector from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use adamp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.11. Do not block th
Where to Get HelpEPSON provides customer support and service through a network ofauthorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. Dial (800) 922-8911 forthe ne
Electronic Support ServicesYou can access helpful tips, specifications, DIP switch or jumpersettings, drivers, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), samp
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InstallationT his chapter describes how to unpack, set up, and connect yourprojector to other equipment. The projector must be connected to acomputer
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Unpacking the ProjectorWhen you unpack the projector, make sure you have all thesecomponents:0 Projector0 Lens coverRemote control2 AA batteriesPower
Additional ComponentsDepending on how you plan to use the projector, you may needadditional components:To receive an S-video signal, you need an S-vid
Setting Up the Projector+1.Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface within five feet of thecomputer or video source.caution: Do not hold the pro
Image size (diagonal)Horizontal distance from projector to screenMinimumMaximum300 inches200 inches100 inches80 inches60 inches40 inches30 inches23 in
5. To insert the batteries in the remote control, slide off the batterycompartment cover as shown here.6. Insert the two AA batteries included with th
When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:l Do not mix old and new batteries.l Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batter
Connecting to a PC Desktop ComputerBefore beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.1.Connect the video cable.Note: Computer confi
2.c. To also view the video on the computer monitor, connect thecomputer monitor’s monitor cable to the projector’s Monitorport. This is useful when y
a.Connect the small end of the main cable to the projector’sMouse/Corn 1 port. (Use the Mouse/Corn 2 port if you areconnecting a second computer.)b. C
3.Connect the audio cable if needed.a.Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio In 1 jack onthe projector. (Use the Audio In 2 jack if you are c
Important Information About YourPowerLite 5000Important Safety InformationWARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the
Connecting to a PC Laptop ComputerBefore beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.1.Connect the video cable.Note: Laptop configur
Connect the main cable. The main cable connects the mouse cable(needed to use the remote control as a mouse) and serial cable(needed to use the ELP Li
c. Connect the other end of the PS/2 mouse cable to the mouseport on your laptop.d.If your laptop uses a serial mouse, perform steps b and c usingthe
3. Connect the audio cable.a.Connect one end of the audio cable to the Audio In 1 jack onthe projector. (Use the Audio In 2 jack if you are connecting
Connecting to a Desktop MacintoshBefore beginning, turn off the projector and Macintosh if they are on.1.Connect the video cables.video-out cableNote:
c. Connect the small terminal of the Macintosh video adapter tothe other end of the video cable.d.Disconnect the monitor cable from the video port on
2.Connect the main cable. The main cable connects the mouse cable(needed to use the remote control as a mouse) and serial cable(needed to use the ELP
3c. Disconnect the mouse cable from the ADB port of the Macin-tosh and connect the mouse connector of the MAC mousecable to the mouse port.d.If you ar
Connecting to a PowerBookYour PowerBook must have a video-out capability in order to connectto the PowerLite 5000 projector.Before beginning, turn off
b. Remove the small cover and set the DIP switches on theMacintosh video adapter in accordance with the resolutionsyou want to use (such as 16 inch mo
FCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursua
Connect the main cable. The main cable connects the mouse cable(needed to use the remote control as a mouse) and serial cable(needed to use the ELP Li
d.If you are planning to use the ELP Link II software, connecteither end of the serial cable to the serial terminal on the largeend of the main cable.
Connecting to a Video SourceYou can connect a VCR, a camcorder, a laser disc player, or any othercompatible video image source to your PowerLite 5000
To connect a video source to the projector:1.2.3.4.Turn off the projector and video source if they are on.If your video source uses a small, round, on
5. For S-video, insert one end of the S-video cable into theprojector’s S-video jack. Insert the other end into the S-video-outjack of your video sour
2. Connect the cable’s 3.5 mm stereo miniplug to the projector’sAudio Out jack.3.Connect the RCA plugs to the external amplified speaker or PAsystem.
1 l Installation
Using the ProjectorThis chapter provides the following information about using yourprojector:lTurning the equipment on and offlFocusing and positionin
About Your ProjectorThe illustration below identifies the parts of your projectorremote controlreceivercontrol panelIoperational indicatorsote control
Turning the Equipment On and OffAlways turn on the projector and its attached equipment in thefollowing order:1.Video source (such as a VCR), if your
IntroductionGetting the Most Out of Your Projector. .Optional Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When you want to stop projecting images, press the Power buttonagain. The fan remains on, the projection lamp indicator flashesorange for about 60 sec
Focusing and Positioning the Screen ImageWhen an image appears on screen, check that it is in focus andcorrectly positioned on the screen./f&us ri
If you need to raise or lower the image on the screen,the foot at the bottom of the projector as follows:extend or retract1.Stand behind the projector
Auto ButtonIf you are using image input from a computer, you can press the Autobutton after fitting the image to the screen. Pressing the Auto buttona
Controlling the ProjectorYou can use the control panel on the top of the projector or the remotecontrol to perform the following actions:Turn power on
Using the Remote Controlpointer buttonmulti-purposebutton’ bottommulti-purpose buttonThe remote control uses a line-of-sight infrared signal. To use t
infrared receiver,’ or other equipment emitting infrared energy is present(such as a radiant room heater). Remove these conditions to use the remoteco
ButtonFunctionResizeSwitches the display dot mode and resize mode (for VGA andXGA input).CustomUse to assign functions to the Effects keys using the E
The following table summarizes the functions on the control panel.Button FunctionPower Starts or stops projectionVideo Switches from computer to video
Projector Status IndicatorsThe power and lamp indicators at the top of the projector tell you theprojector’s operating status.power indicatorprojectio
Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer . . .Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer . . . . .Connect
Projection Lamp IndicatorLight statusMeaningSteady greenFlashing greenProjection lamp is on.The projector is warming upOrange and redProjection lamp n
Using the Projector Menus1 he six projector menus enable you to control your projector.The Video menu controls the computer image, such as brightnessa
Accessingthe Main MenuThe projector menus can be accessed using either the projector controlpanel or remote control.To display the Main menu, first pr
2. Press the up or down arrows (control panel) or press the top orbottom of the pointer button (remote) to scroll through the menuchoices.up and downb
3. Press either the Enter button (control panel) or the top or bottommulti-purpose button (remote) to display a submenu.IEnter buttontopmulti-purpose
4. Press the up or down arrows (control panel) or the top or bottomof the pointer button (remote) to scroll through the menu choices.5. Press either t
Note: The computer must be connected and operating, and the imagesource on the projector must be set to computer for you to access these menuoptions.M
Menu itemDescriptionPosition Select this item and then press the Enter button (control panel) oreither multi-purpose button (remote) to enter the scre
Video Menu (Image source = Video)The Video menu enables you make adjustments to the projectedimage. The following options are available when the image
Menu itemDescriptionReset Returns all Video menu items to their initial factory defaultsSelect this item and then press either multi-purpose button (r
Menu Options...Video Menu (Image source = Computer)...Video Menu (Image source = Video)...Audio Menu ...
Menu itemDescriptionReset Returns all Audio menu items to their initial factory defaultsSelect this item and then press the Enter button (control pane
Menu itemDescriptionColorAdjusts the whiteness of the screen. The H setting provides a coldTemperature white, M a standard white, and L a warm white.T
Menu itemDescriptionView Change Specifies the screen switching effect to use when the input sourceis changed.Off No screen switching effect.Upper Left
To open the Custom menu, press the top multi-purpose button orselect CUSTOM from the Main menu. ZOOM is highlighted and thewords PRESENT SET are displ
Menu itemFunctionDescriptionPreviewStrobeZoom ScreenPress the pointer button to zoom in on a portion ofShiftthe enlarged display. You can move the ima
Menu itemFunction DescriptionReturnNumber of Press the top multi-purpose button while the strobeFrames, Time effect is running to display a screen spe
3 l Using the Projector Menus
Using the ELP Link IISoftwareT he ELP Link II software is a utility you can run from your desktopor laptop computer to control projector features and
Installing the SoftwareELP Link II software can be used with the following operating systems:l Windows 3.xl Windows 95l Macintosh OS System 7.Connecti
2. In the Windows Program Manager, click on the File menu, thenon Run. The Run dialog box appears:3. Type A:\SETUP (or B:\SETUPas appropriate), then p
6 Troubleshooting87Problems with the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88Problems with the I
8.You see a prompt to create the installation directory you specifiedin step 5. Press Y (yes).Installing the Software from Windows 95Perform the follo
7. The Link II software communicates with the projector using thecomputer’s serial communication (COM) port. Specify whichCOM port to use, then press
4. When prompted that the installation has been completed, clickOK. Then restart your Macintosh for the changes to take effect.Launching the Software1
Function Description and UsageThe function list on the left side of the ELP Link II main dialog boxshows the functions available for assignment to an
FunctionDescription and usageBar Creates a horizontal or vertical bar. You can use this function tohighlight a portion of the screen with a horizontal
Assigning FunctionsThere are three ways to assign functions to each of the five Effectsbuttons on the remote control:l Drag and drop a function from t
Setting Effect OptionsOnce you have assigned functions to one or more Effects buttons, youcan specify detailed options for each function.To set detail
FunctionOptionsLine Width Specify the line width, from 1 to 32 points.Grid Specify whether to have the line “snap” to the cornersof a grid by entering
FunctionOptionsChangeCursorClick on the cursor shape to be usedClear Screen No options availableMacro Key Enter up to 16 characters, including combina
Saving and Recalling Effects Key Button AssignmentsTo save Effects button assignments, click Execute.To save multiple sets of button assignments, clic
The compact, lightweight EPSON® PowerLite 5000 Projector allowsyou to project SVGA full-co or images and video onto a large screenlfor presentations.
Controlling Projector FeaturesYou can use the ELP Link II software to control the following features:0 Projector Controlsl Test Pattern0 Color Propert
3. From the Options menu, select Projector Control. The ProjectorSet window appears:Projector TestUser’s ColorControl PatternLogoPropertyUsing the Qui
Changing Projector Settings1.Click Projector Control on the Projector Set dialog box. Thefollowing window appears:2. Click on the tab for the settings
OptionDescriptionPosition Adjusts the horizontal and vertical screen positionColorPatternDisplayAdjusts the balance of red, green, and blue in the ima
Sound TabOptionDescriptionVolume Adjusts sound volumeTone Adjusts sound toneSpatializer Select one of the following sound qualities for three dimensio
OptionDescriptionView ChangeSpecify how the screen should disappear when changing the imagesource:Diagonally Images disappear and appear from the top
Changing the Test Pattern1.Click Test Pattern on the Projector Set dialog box. The followingwindow appears:2. You can display a test pattern when sett
Setting the Image Color Property1.Click Color Property on the Projector Set dialog box. The ColorProperty window appears.2.Specify a color temperature
4 l Using the ELP Link II Software
MaintenanceT he PowerLite 5000 projector needs little maintenance. You shouldkeep the lens clean because any dirt or smears appear on the screen.You a
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