Seiko POWERLITE 8345 Guía de usuario

PowerLite® Home Cinema 8345Home Theater ProjectorUser’s Guide

10 IntroductionOptional AccessoriesEpson provides the following optional accessories for the projector:In addition to the accessories listed above, 1-

Introduction 11Using This ManualThis book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic setup and maintenance instr

12 Setting Up the ProjectorSetting Up the ProjectorFollow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector, connect the cables,

Setting Up the Projector 13Ideally, keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is centered between the top and bottom of the screen

14 Setting Up the ProjectorThe size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the screen. Depending on your display sett

Setting Up the Projector 15To determine the exact image size when you know the projection distance (or the exact projection distance when you know the

16 Setting Up the ProjectorInstalling the ProjectorTo install the projector, you first need to determine the location, based on the size of your scree

Setting Up the Projector 17The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector:5.4 in.136mmCenter of lens2.8 in.72 mm5.8 in.148.3 mm0.5 i

18 Setting Up the ProjectorConnecting the CablesConnecting Video and Computer EquipmentYou can connect the projector to many types of video equipment,

Setting Up the Projector 19For best results, connect your video equipment to the HDMI port, if possible. If your equipment doesn’t support HDMI, conne

2Copyright NoticeAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by an

20 Setting Up the ProjectorMaking Other ConnectionsConnect the power cable and other cables described below, depending on how you plan to use the proj

Setting Up the Projector 21Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlThe remote control uses two AA batteries.WARNING: Keep batteries away from childr

22 Setting Up the Projector4. Press the Ppower button on the remote control or projector.Note: To prevent children from turning on the projector, you

Setting Up the Projector 23Selecting the Image SourceThe source buttons on the projector and remote control let you switch between images from differe

24 Setting Up the ProjectorPositioning the ImageIf the image is not centered on the screen, use the horizontal and vertical lens shift dials to adjust

Setting Up the Projector 25The image cannot be moved to the maximum distance in both the vertical and horizontal directions. For example, the image ca

26 Making Basic AdjustmentsMaking Basic AdjustmentsFollow the instructions in this chapter to make basic adjustments to the image shape, size, color,

Making Basic Adjustments 27Choosing the Aspect RatioIn many cases, video signals are automatically resized to fit on your screen when Auto is selected

28 Making Basic AdjustmentsChoosing the Color ModeYou can change the Color Mode to automatically adjust brightness, contrast, and color, letting you q

Making Basic Adjustments 29Advanced Color AdjustmentsTo further customize the color and image quality, you can adjust the gamma and individual RGBCMY

Contents 3ContentsIntroduction 6Projector Parts 7Remote Control 9Optional Accessories 10Registration and Warranty 10Using This Manual 11Setting U

30 Making Basic AdjustmentsAdjusting the Gamma SettingYou can select from five gamma settings (2.0 to 2.4) or customize your own setting from your ima

Making Basic Adjustments 31Adjusting RGBCMYUse this feature to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness for each of the red (R), green (G), blue (B)

32 Making Basic AdjustmentsLocking the ProjectorThe projector includes two lock settings to prevent the image from being accidentally changed once it’

Making Detailed Adjustments 33Making Detailed AdjustmentsYou can use the projector’s on-screen menus to make detailed adjustments to the image quality

34 Making Detailed Adjustments3. Press the u, d, l, or r button to change settings as necessary. You may have to press the Enter button to confirm you

Making Detailed Adjustments 35Changing How the Menus DisplayUse these options to control how the menus display. LanguageSelect from 21 languages to u

36 Making Detailed Adjustments BrightnessNote: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 28).Adjust the brightnes

Making Detailed Adjustments 37 HDMI Video RangeNote: This setting can be used only when HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 is selected as the image source (see page 23

38 Making Detailed Adjustments ProgressiveNote: This setting can be used only when viewing composite video or S-video signals, or 480i, 576i, or 1080

Making Detailed Adjustments 39Color SettingsIf the image colors don’t look correct, you can adjust them using these settings. Use the first three sett

4 ContentsMaking Detailed Adjustments 33Using the Menu System 33Changing How the Menus Display 35Adjusting the Picture Quality 35Input Brightness S

40 Making Detailed Adjustments RGBNote: This setting cannot be used when the Color Mode is set to x.v.Color (see page 28).Use the RGB settings to fin

Making Detailed Adjustments 41Adjustments for Computer ImagesIn addition to the settings described previously, you can adjust the Tracking and Sync se

42 Making Detailed AdjustmentsSelecting Memory Settings and Resetting the ProjectorYour projector comes with 10 memory locations where you can save cu

Making Detailed Adjustments 43Deleting Saved Memory SettingsYou can clear all your memory settings at once.1. Press the Menu button on the remote cont

44 Making Detailed Adjustments3. Do one of the following: Select Reset Lamp Hours to clear the lamp usage timer and reset it to zero. You should rese

Making Detailed Adjustments 45 Zoom SizeLets you reduce the image size in the vertical direction so that the top and bottom of the image are visible

46 Making Detailed Adjustments Direct Power OnSets projection to start when the main power switch is turned on, without pressing the P power button o

Making Detailed Adjustments 47 Child LockLets you lock the Ppower button on the projector’s control panel to make it more difficult for a child to tu

48 MaintenanceMaintenanceYour projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. You also may need to c

Maintenance 49Cleaning the Projector CaseBefore you clean the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power cord. To remove dirt or dust, wipe th

Contents 5Specifications 63General 63Lamp 63Remote Control 63Dimensions 64Electrical 64Environmental 64Safety 64Compatible Video Formats 65ESC/VP21 C

50 Maintenance7. Gently tap both sides of the air filter against a hard surface four or five times to remove loose dust from the air filter.Note: Do n

Maintenance 51Replacing the LampThe projection lamp lasts for up to 4000 hours. You can use the Info menu to check how long it’s been in use (see page

52 Maintenance5. Insert the screwdriver that came with the lamp (or a similar tool) into the slot on the back of the projector to release the lamp cov

Maintenance 538. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws.Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the lamp assembly. Touching the glass cou

54 MaintenanceResetting the Lamp Usage TimerAfter replacing the lamp, plug the projector back in, turn on the power switch on the back, and press the

Maintenance 55Storing the ProjectorIf you need to store the projector for an extended time, do the following: Make sure the temperature of the storag

56 Problem SolvingProblem SolvingThis section explains how to interpret the projector’s status lights, solve problems with the picture and remote cont

Problem Solving 57Note: If the power and source lights don’t come on, they may have been turned off using the Illumination setting (see page 46).Lig

58 Problem SolvingSolving Picture ProblemsYou cannot turn on the projector. Make sure the power cord is connected and the power switch in back of the

Problem Solving 59You’re using a computer and no picture appears on the screen.If you’re using a Windows® laptop: Press the function key that lets yo

6 IntroductionIntroductionThe PowerLite® Home Cinema 8345 projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the relaxing environment of your own home

60 Problem SolvingThe picture isn’t rectangular. If the image looks like or , the projector has been placed off to one side of the screen and angle

Problem Solving 61 Fine-tune the colors with the settings listed on page 39. If the picture looks dark, you may need to replace the lamp. Check the

62 Problem SolvingWhere to Get HelpInternet SupportEpson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support

Specifications 63SpecificationsGeneral Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrixSize of LCD panels 0.74 inch (18 mm) wideLens F=2.0 to 3.17Resolu

64 SpecificationsDimensionsHeight 5.4 inches (136 mm), not including adjustable feet Width 17.7 inches (450 mm)Depth 14.2 inches (360 mm); not includi

Specifications 65Compatible Video FormatsThe projector supports analog video in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats, and it automatically adjusts to the inco

66 SpecificationsHDMI WXGA 606060/75/851280 × 7681360 × 7681280 × 800MAC13”MAC16”MAC19”MAC21”677559/7575640 × 480832 × 6241024 × 7681152 × 870Signal R

Specifications 67ESC/VP21 Command CodesYou can use an AV controller with a 9-pin null modem serial cable to control the projector. You can download th

68 NoticesNoticesImportant Safety InformationFollow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector: Never look into the projector

Notices 69 The lamp(s) in this product contain mercury. Please consult your state and local regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put

Introduction 7Projector PartsControl panel (top)Ventilation slotsLens coverVertical lens shift dialAdjustable footVideo portHDMI portsComponent video

70 NoticesFCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devi

Notices 71Declaration of ConformityAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Suppl

72 Noticesparts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by this limited warranty. If Epson replaces the lamp as part of the warran

Index 73IndexNumerics2-2 Pull-down, 38AAbs. Color Temp. setting, 39Accessories, 10, 62Air filtercleaning and replacing, 49 to 50ordering, 10Anti-theft

74 IndexFFCC Compliance Statement, 70Filter, see Air filterFlickering, 38, 60Focus ring, 26GGain, color, 40Gamma, 29 to 30, 40Gamma button, 9HHDMI, 18

Index 75OOffset, color, 40Overscan, 44PPattern button, 9, 24Picture problems, 58 to 61Pixelworks, 64Positioning image, 24 to 25, 44Positioning project

76 IndexTrigger out setting, 46Turning on and off projector, 21 to 22, 58VVideo Signal setting, 46Video, compatible formats, 65 to 66VP21 codes, 67WWa

8 IntroductionPower buttonMenu navigation buttonEsc buttonExits the current menu itemMenu buttonDisplays the menusWarning lightsMounting bracket attac

Introduction 9Remote ControlSource buttonsSwitches between equipment connected to the projectorColor Mode buttonOptimizes viewing for different lighti