User’s Guide
Front/TopEB-G5950/G5650W with the standard lens is shown in the illustration.From here on, all features will be explained using illus
MaintenanceThis chapter explains the maintenance methods that are required to ensure a long projector service life.
You should clean the projector if it becomes dirty or if the quality ofprojected images starts to deteriorate. WarningDo not use s
CRemove the air filter.Remove the air filter by placing your finger into the groove as shownin the following illustration.DWith the front (t
GReplace the air filter cover.Press until it clicks into place.qIf a message is frequently displayed, even after cleaning, it is time
Replacing the LampLamp replacement periodIt is time to replace the lamp when:• The message "Replace the lamp." is displayed at
Warning•When replacing the lamp because they have stopped illuminating, there is apossibility that the lamp may be broken. If repl
EInstall the new lamp.Insert the lamp along the guide rail in the correct direction so that itfits in place and press it firmly to the back
Resetting the Lamp HoursThe projector records how long the lamp is turned on and a message andindicator notify you when it is time to replac
EPress until it clicks into place.qDispose of used air filters properly in accordance with your localregulations.Material quality of
There are many glass parts and precision components inside the projector.To prevent damage due to impacts when transporting, handle the projec
Name FunctionNVertical lens shift dialTurn the dial to move the position of the projected imageup or down. s p.22OHorizontal lens shiftdialTurn the di
Monitoring and ControlsThis chapter explains the functions that can be used to monitor and control the projector.
EasyMP Monitor lets you carry out operations such as checking the statusesof multiple Epson projectors that are connected to a network at a computerm
You can make Configuration menu settings and control the projector byusing the Web browser of a computer that is connected to the projec
CThe Web Remote screen appears.Name FunctionA[t] buttonTurns the projector power On or Off.B[Video1/2] buttonThe input source alternate
By setting the Mail Notification function from the projector'sConfiguration Menu, notification messages will be sent to the preset
By setting SNMP from the projector's configuration menu, notificationmessages are sent to preset e-mail addresses when a problem
Serial Connection• Connector shape: D-Sub 9-pin (male)• Projector input port name: RS-232C<At the projector> <At the computer><
Item CommandS-Video*1SOURCE 42USB*2SOURCE 52LAN*2SOURCE 53A/V Mute On/Off On MUTE ONOff MUTE OFFA/V Mute selection Black MSEL 00Blue MSEL 0
PJLink Class1 was established by the JBMIA (Japan Business Machine andInformation System Industries Association) as a standard protocol f
Crestron RoomView® is an integrated control system provided byCreston®. It can be used to monitor and control multiple devices connectedon a
RearName FunctionAWireless LAN unitinstallation section(EB-G5950/G5650Wonly)Install the Wireless LAN unit here. Remove the coverwhen installing. s &qu
Using the operation windowAThe following operations will be performed when the buttons are clicked.Button FunctionPower Turns the projector power on
Tab FunctionContact IT Help Displays the Help Desk window. Used to send andreceive messages to the administrator using CrestronRoomView® Express.Info
Item FunctionDHCP Select the Enabled check box to use DHCP. Thefollowing address cannot be set if DHCP is enabled.IP Address Enter the IP address to a
Network Functions (EB-G5950/G5650W Only)This chapter explains the additional functions for networks.
"Connect to a Network Projector" is a standard function in Windows Vistaand Windows 7. You can project images from the computer b
There are two methods for setting WPSg.• Push Button MethodSSID and security are set automatically when the [Enter] button is pressedon the p
When connecting using the Push Button Method, follow the stepsgiven below.Go to "Making a connection using the PIN Code Method
This completes the setup.DPress the [Enter] button or the [Esc] button.It returns to the Wireless LAN menu screen.ESelect "Setu
The PIN Code Method screen is displayed.BEnter the PIN code displayed on the "PIN Code Method" screenfrom the computer to th
This completes the setup of the connection between the projector andthe access point. Press the [Menu] button to close the configurationmenu.
Name FunctionERS-232C portWhen controlling the projector from a computer, connectit to the computer with an RS-232C cable. This port is forcontrol use
Installation and ConnectionsThis chapter explains the projection installation methods and methods to connect to other equipment.
The projector can be mounted on a ceiling or placed on a desk as shownbelow. Warning•A special method of installation is required when
Each time this button is pressed for at least 5 seconds, the Projectionsetting will switch between Front and Front/Ceiling. The orientat
Observe the following precautions when connecting the projector to external equipment. Be sure to also read the documentation for the ex
Computer port Connecting cable Projector portConnection 2 Monitor Out portComputer cable (supplied) Computer1 input portAudio1 input portA
Computer port Connecting cable Projector portConnection 5 DVI-D outputDVI/HDMI conversion cable (commercially available) HDMI input portAud
The video equipment port and cable names may also be different from those given. The EB-G5800/G5500 does not support inputting or
Port on the video equipment Connecting cable Projector portConnection 4 S-Video outputS-Video cable (commercially available) S-Video input portAudio4
Port on the video equipment Connecting cable Projector portConnection 7 HDMI outputHDMI cable (commercially available) HDMI input portq• Set the inp
Connecting a LAN CableConnect with a commercially available 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T LANcable.Connected equip-mentConnecting cable Projector por
Name FunctionCAudio3 input portConnects to the audio out port of the device that isconnected to the BNC input port.DAudio1 input portConnects to the a
available audio cable (pin plug W 3.5 mm stereo mini plug and so on). Usean audio cable compatible with the connector on the external speak
Removing and Attaching the Projector Lens UnitRemovingAttention•Only remove the lens unit when necessary. If dust or dirt enter the proje
AttachingAttentionDo not attach the lens unit when the projector's lens insertion section is facingup. Dust or dirt could enter
Installing the Wireless LAN Unit (ELPAP03) (EB-G5950/G5650W only)AttachingProcedureARemove the cover from the Wireless LAN unit installationse
: Flashing : Lit : OffStatus Indicator on projec-torIndicator on Wire-less LAN unitThe Wireless LAN unit notmounted or the Wireless LANPower setting
RemovingProcedureLoosen the two cable cover screws and then remove the cable cover.Installing Optional and Supplied Accessories145
Appendix
The following optional accessories and consumables are available. Pleasepurchase these products as and when needed. The following list of o
and Service Guide if you want to use this installation method. s EpsonProjector Contact ListConsumablesLamp unit (EB-G5600/G5500) ELPLP
The following table shows the projection distance when a standard lens isattached. When an optional lens is attached, check the projection
Control PanelName FunctionA[t] buttonTurns the projector power On or Off. s Quick StartGuideB[Source Search]buttonChanges to the next input source tha
Projection Distance of EB-G5650WUnits: cm4:3Screen sizeMinimum (Wide) to Maximum(Tele)Vertical lens shiftMaximum to Mini-mum30" 61x46 92 - 169 -
Supported Monitor Displays for EB-G5950/G5900/G5800/G5600/G5500Computer signals (analog RGB)Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots)VGA 60/72/75/8
Signal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots)SDTV(480p) 60 720x480SDTV(576i) 50 720x576SDTV(576p) 50 720x576HDTV(720p) 50/60 1280x720HDTV(1080i) 50/60 19
Input signals from HDMI input portSignal Refresh Rate (Hz) Resolution (dots)VGA 60 640x480SVGA 60 800x600XGA 60 1024x768WXGA 60 1280x800SXGA 60 128
Projector General SpecificationsProduct nameEB-G5950 EB-G5900 EB-G5800 EB-G5650W EB-G5600 EB-G5500Dimensions470 (W) ^ 135 (H) ^ 311.5 (D) mm
220 to 240 V areaOperating: 442 WStandby powerconsumption(CommunicationOn): 11 WStandby powerconsumption(CommunicationOff): 0.47 WOperating
Audio Out port 1Stereo mini jack − Stereo mini jack −USB (Type A) port*1USB connector(Type A)− USB connector(Type A)−USB port(Only for W
DECLARATION of CONFORMITYAccording to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/orCPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Cl
Units: mmACenter of lensBDistance from center of lens to suspension bracket fixing pointAppearance158
This section explains easily terms that are used with the projector and difficult terms that are not explained in the text of this guide. For d
Remote ControlName FunctionA[t] buttonTurns the projector power On or Off. s Quick StartGuideB[Comp1/2] buttonEach time the button is pressed, the ima
InterlaceA method of image scanning whereby the image data is divided into fine horizontal lines that are displayed in sequence starting from left to
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t indicator ... 87AA/V Mute ... 17, 38Abs. Color Temp. .
KKeystone ... 25, 59LLamp Hours ... 82Lamp indicator ...
Name FunctionY[User] buttonPress to assign a frequently used item from the sixavailable configuration menu items. By pressing thebutton the assigned m
Software keyboard ... 65Source ... 82Source Left ...
CautionCheck the positions of the (+) and (-) marks inside the battery holder to ensurethe batteries are inserted the correct way.
Notations Used in This Guide• Safety indicationsThe documentation and the projector use graphical symbols to show how to use the projec
Useful FunctionsThis chapter explains useful tips for giving presentations, and the security functions.
Displaying a Test PatternA test pattern can be displayed to adjust the projection status withoutconnecting video equipment. This is us
qTo set menu items that cannot be set while the test pattern is beingdisplayed or to fine-tune the projected image, project an i
• Quick CornerThis allows you to manually correct each of the four corners of theprojected image separately. s "Quick Corner&qu
CUse the [h] button on the remote control or the [w/ ], [v /], [</ ] and [>/ ] buttons on the control panel to select thecorner you w
FWhen you are done, press the [Esc] button to exit thecorrection menu.Because the correction method was changed to Quick Corner fro
• Correcting horizontal keystoneHorizontal keystone can be corrected to a horizontal projector tilt of upto 20˚.If the [</ ] and [>/
You can change the projected image in the following two ways.• Changing by Source SearchThe projector automatically detects signals b
When switching to LAN, images from computers connected through thenetwork are projected. (EB-G5950/G5650W only)qThe following screen sh
You can select the aspect mode according to the type of input signal, ratioof height and width, and resolution to switch the Aspect Rat
Notations Used in This Guide ... 2IntroductionProjector Features ... 8Ease of Use when Ins
Changing the Aspect Mode (EB-G5950/G5900/G5800/G5600/G5500)Projecting images from video equipmentEach time the [Aspect] button on the remote co
Aspect mode Input SignalXGA1024X768(4:3)WXGA1280X800(16:10)SXGA1280X1024(5:4)16:9NativeqIf parts of the image are missing or it cannot project ever
Projection examples for each aspect mode are shown below.Aspect mode Input SignalXGA1024X768(4:3)WXGA1280X800(16:10)SXGA1280X1024(5:4)Normal16:
You can easily obtain the optimum image quality simply by selecting thesetting that best corresponds to your surroundings when projec
A split screen can be used to divide the screen into a left screen (U) and aright screen (V) and simultaneously project two images.Input So
qThe Split Screen Setup will also be displayed when the [SourceSearch] button is pressed on the remote control or control panel
The projected images will appear as shown below after setting the screensize.Equal Larger LeftLarger Rightq• You cannot enlarge both the
Restriction relating to images• The default values for the Image menu are applied to the image on theright screen. However, the se
Hiding the Image and Sound Temporarily (A/V Mute)You can use this when you want to focus the audience's attention on whatyou are saying, o
q• Audio does not stop.• The image source continues to play back the moving images evenwhile Freeze is on, and so it is not poss
Setting the Remote Control ID...43Color Correction when Projecting from Multiple Projectors(Multi-screen Color Adjus
BMove the Pointer icon ( ).Remote ControlqYou can choose from three different kinds of Pointer icon ( , ,or ) in Settings - Pointer Sh
CEnlarge.Remote ControlEach time the button is pressed, the area is expanded. You canexpand quickly by holding the button down.You c
When an ID is set for the projector and the remote control, you can usethe remote control to operate only the projector with a match
ProcedureASet the remote control ID switch to On.BDuring projection, while holding the [ID] button, press the[Help] button.Remote Cont
qThe remote control ID setting is saved in the remote control. Even ifthe remote control batteries are removed to replace them and
When multiple projectors are lined up and projecting images, you canmanually correct the brightness and color tone of each projector's
• Each time a level is selected, the pattern of the level selected isdisplayed.• You can start correcting from any level, usually
You can save the image that is currently being projected as a User's Logo.The saved user's logo can be used as the display
DMove the box to select the part of the image to use as theUser's Logo.Using the Remote Control Using the Control panelqYou can save at up
The projector has the following enhanced security functions.• Password ProtectYou can limit who can use the projector.• Control Panel
Lamp replacement period ...104How to replace the lamp ...104Resetting the Lamp Ho
q• If Password Protect is already activated, you must enter thePassword.If the Password is entered correctly, the Password Protect s
Attention•If an incorrect password is entered three times in succession, the message "Theprojector's operation will be locked.&
qYou can release the control panel lock by one of the following twomethods.• From the remote control, select Off in Settings - Con
Configuration MenuThis chapter explains how to use the configuration menu and its functions.
Selecting from the top menu Selecting from the sub menu Setting Each Item ExitUsing the Configuration Menu54
Items that can be set vary depending on the image signal or input source currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots.
Sub Menu FunctionAbs. Color Temp.*3You can adjust the overall tint of the image in 10 stages from 5000 K to 10000 K. When a high value
Items that can be set vary depending on the image signal or input source currently being projected as shown in the following screen shots.
Sub Menu FunctionHDMI Video RangeIf the range is set to Auto*3, the video level of the input signal will be automatically determined, for
EB-G5950/G5900/G5650W/G5600 EB-G5800/G5500Sub Menu FunctionKeystoneYou can correct keystone distortion.H/V-Keystone: Corrects horizontal and vertical
AppendixOptional Accessories and Consumables ... 147Optional accessories... 147Consumables ...
Sub Menu FunctionRemote ReceiverYou can limit the reception of the operation signal from the remote control.When you want to prohibit operation by rem
Sub Menu FunctionDisplayYou can make settings related to the projector's display.Messages: The following messages are not displaye
Sub Menu FunctionOperationDirect Power On: You can set whether or not (On/Off) to enable Direct Power On.Be careful when this item is se
Sub Menu FunctionResetYou can reset Display*2, Operation*3, and Air Filter Notice from the Extended menu to their default settings.To r
When Network Protect is set to On in Password Protect, a message is displayed and the settings cannot be changed. You can make changes
Sub Menu FunctionSNMPSet this parameter to On when using SNMPg to monitor the projector.To use SNMP to monitor the projector, you need
Each time the [CAPS] key is selected and the [Enter] button is pressed, it switchesbetween uppercase and lowercase letters. Each time the [SYM1/2] key
When Network Protect is set to On in Password Protect, a message is displayed and the settings cannot be changed. You can make changes
Notes on Operating the Network MenuSelecting from the top menu and sub menus, and changing of selecteditems are the same as operations
Basic MenuSub Menu FunctionProjector NameDisplays the projector name used to identify the projector when connected to a network.When editing, you can
IntroductionThis chapter explains the projector's features and the part names.
Wireless LAN MenuTo connect the projector to a computer using a wireless LAN, install the Wireless LAN unit (ELPAP03). s p.143Sub Me
Sub Menu FunctionDHCPYou can set whether or not (On/Off) to use DHCPg.If this is set to On you cannot set any more addresses.IP AddressYou can input t
Security Menu (Only available when the Wireless LAN unit is installed)When the Wireless LAN unit is installed and being used in Advanced m
When WEP is selectedSub Menu FunctionWEP EncryptionYou can set the encryption for WEP encoding.128 Bit: Uses 128 (104) bit encoding64 Bit: Uses 64 (40
Sub Menu FunctionAuthentication TypeYou can set Authentication Type for WEP encoding.Open: Method to connect access point with no authentication.Share
When WPA-PSK(TKIP/AES) or WPA2-PSK(TKIP/AES) is selectedSub Menu FunctionPSK (Encryption key)You can enter a Pre-Shared Key (encrypted key) in sing
When EAP-TLS is selectedRefer to the following information to register a digital certificate to the projector for authentication. s
EAP-TTLS/MD5, EAP-TTLS/MS-CHAPv2, PEAP/MS-CHAPv2, PEAP/GTC, LEAP, EAP-Fast/MS-CHAPv2, EAP-Fast/GTC is selectedSub Menu FunctionUser nameYou ca
Wired LAN MenuSub Menu FunctionDHCPYou can set whether or not (On/Off) to use DHCPg.If this is set to On you cannot set any more addresses.IP AddressY
Mail MenuWhen this is set, you receive an e-mail notification if a problem or warning occurs in the projector. s "Reading Probl
Ease of Use when Installed on a Ceiling MountCentered lensThe lens is positioned in the center of the projector so it is well balanced and is easy tom
Others MenuSub Menu FunctionSNMPSet this parameter to On when using SNMPg to monitor the projector.To use SNMP to monitor the projector, you need to i
Reset MenuResets all of the network settings.Sub Menu FunctionReset network settings.To reset all of the network settings, select Yes.After you r
Lets you check the status of the image signals being projected and the status of the projector. Items that can be displayed vary depending on the
Sub Menu FunctionReset AllYou can reset all items in the configuration menu to their default settings.The following items are not reset to their defau
TroubleshootingThis chapter explains how to identify problems and what to do if a problem is found.
If a problem occurs with the projector, the Help screen is displayed to assistyou by pressing the [Help] button. You can solve problems by
CConfirm the selection.Using the Remote Control Using the Control panelQuestions and solutions are displayed as shown on the screen below.Pres
If you are having a problem with the projector, first check the projector's indicators and refer to "Reading the Indicators&q
CIndicates the internal temperature status.DIndicates the projection lamp status.Refer to the following table to see what the indicato
Status Cause Remedy or StatusLamp ErrorLamp FailureLamp Cover OpenCheck the following two points.• Take out the lamp and check whether it is cracked.
By setting a password you can restrict who can use the projector. s p.49Control Panel lock restricts button operation on the control panel.You can use
Status Cause Remedy or StatusLow Air Flow (This is not an abnormality. However, projection stops automatically if the airflow falls any further.)The m
When the Indicators Provide No HelpIf any of the following problems occur and the indicators do not offer asolution, refer to the pages
Problems relating to imagesNo images appearCheck RemedyDid you press the [t] button? Press the [t] button to turn the power on.Are the indicators s
The message "Not supported" is displayed.Check RemedyIs the image signal format setting correct?Only when projecting images from a vide
Check RemedyHas condensation formed on the lens? If the projector is suddenly taken from a cold environment to a warm environment, or if sudden ambien
Check RemedyIs Position adjusted correctly? Press the [Auto] button on the remote control or the [Enter] button on the control panel to perform automa
Check RemedyIs the lamp due for replacement? When the lamp is nearly ready for replacement, the images become darker and the color quality becomes poo
Other problemsNo sound can be heard or the sound is faint (EB-G5950/G5900/G5650W/G5600 only)Check RemedyIs the audio source connected corre
Nothing appears on the external monitor (EB-G5950/G5900/G5650W/G5600 only)Check RemedyAre you trying to display an image from an input
Interpreting Event IDs (EB-G5950/G5650W only)Check the event ID and perform the remedy given below. If the problem cannot be solved, contact th
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