Epson 1830 Projector User Manual


 
Troubleshooting
If you see a blank screen...
If you see a blank screen or the No signal message after turning on your
computer, check the following:
Make sure the power light on the projector is green and not flashing, and
the A/V Mute slide is open.
Press the Source Search button on the projector or the remote control to
select the computer as the image source.
If you’re using a Windows notebook, press the function key on your
keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be labelled
CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to hold down the
Fn key while pressing it.
If the projector and notebook don’t display the
same image...
Windows
Try using the CRT/LCD or key as described above. On most systems, this
key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on
both at the same time.
If that doesn’t work, check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD
screen and the external monitor port are enabled.
1
From the Windows Control Panel, open the Display utility. In Windows
Vista
®
, right-click on the desktop and select Personalize, then select
Display Settings.
2
Click Settings, then click Advanced or Advanced Settings.
3
The method for adjusting the setting varies; you may have to click a
Monitor tab, then make sure the external Monitor port is set as your
primary display and/or enabled.
Mac OS X
1
From the Apple
®
menu, select System Preferences, then select Display
or Displays.
2
Click Detect Displays.
3
Make sure the VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected.
4
Click Arrangement or Arrange, then make sure Mirror Displays is
selected.
Network configuration
If you need to configure the projector for your network, you can use the
projector’s menu system.
1
Press the Menu button on the remote control, select the Network
menu, then press Enter.
2
Choose Network Configuration and press Enter.
3
Select the Wired LAN menu and press Enter.
4
Choose IP Settings and press Enter. You see a screen like the following:
5
Do one of the following:
If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the DHCP
setting.
If your network does not assign addresses automatically, turn off
DHCP and enter the projector’s IP Address, Subnet Mask, and
Gateway Address, as needed.
To enter numbers, use the arrow buttons on the remote control to
highlight a number, then press the Enter button. When you’re finished
entering an address, highlight Return, then press Enter.
6
To prevent the IP address from appearing on the network standby
screen, set the IP Address Display setting to Off.
7
When you’re done, select Complete and press Enter to save your
settings. Then press Enter again to confirm.
8
Press the Menu button to exit the menu system.
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Project over the network
Install EasyMP
®
Network Projection and Easy Management
®
EasyMP Monitor
(Windows only) on each computer that will project over the network. Use the
CD labeled Epson Projector Software for Meeting & Monitoring to install
these programs.
1
Press the LAN button on the remote control.
2
Start EasyMP Network Projection on your computer.
Windows: Select
Start > Programs or All Programs > EPSON Projector
> EasyMP Network Projection.
Mac OS
®
X: Double-click the EasyMP Network Projection icon in your
Applications folder.
3
Select Advanced Connection Mode, then click OK.
4
Select the projector you want to connect to, then click Connect.
If you don’t see the projector you want, click the
Automatic search
button.
5
If you see a message asking for a keyword, enter the four digits that
appear on the LAN standby screen and click OK.
Your computer image is projected, with a floating toolbar:
When you’re done presenting, click Disconnect on the toolbar.
NOTE: For more information about using and monitoring the projector on
a network, see your Network and PC Free Operation Guide and EasyMP
Monitor Operation Guide (Windows only). These guides are installed
along with your projector User’s Guide and are viewable by clicking the
icons for them on your computer desktop.
Where to get help
Manuals
For more information about using the projector, install the manuals from your
projector CD.
Telephone Support Services
To use the Epson PrivateLine
®
Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter
the PIN on the Epson PrivateLine Support card included with your projector.
This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for
the duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a projector
support specialist by dialing:
(562) 276-4394 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time,
Monday through Friday
Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long
distance charges may apply.
Internet Support
Visit epson.com/support for solutions to common problems. You can
download utilities and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice,
or e-mail Epson with your questions.
Registration
Register today to get product updates, special promotions, and customer-only
offers. You can use the CD included with your projector or register online at
www.epson.com/webreg.
Optional accessories
For a list of optional accessories, see your projector User’s Guide.
You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from an Epson
authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON
(800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S.
sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).