Service Manual

ELP-3500

Epson America, Inc. TM-ELP3500

ELP-3500

Service Manual

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VCCI COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Type 1 information equipment, which
uses radio-frequency energy and fully complies with the specifications limiting computer information equipment
in radio interference regulations (VCCI rules). If not installed and used properly according to the manufacturer's
instructions, this device may cause interference to radio and television reception. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
❑ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
❑ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
❑ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
❑ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission, helpful: How to
Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Programs. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, D.C., 20402, Stock No. 044-000-00345-4.
You can determine whether your computer is causing interference by turning it off. If the interference stops, it
was probably caused by the computer or its peripheral devices. To further isolate the problem, disconnect either
the peripheral device or its I/O cable.
These devices usually require a shielded cable. For EPSON peripheral devices, you can obtain the proper shielded
cable from your dealer. For non-EPSON devices, contact the manufacturer or dealer for assistance.

WARNING
Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B
limits may be attached to this projector. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference
to radio and TV reception. The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will
invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels that exceed the limits established
by the FCC for this equipment. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user’s authority to operate the projector.

REVISIONS
Date Level

February 1997 First Release

May 1997 Manual Updated

COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
© 1997, Epson America, Inc., 20770 Madrona Avenue, Torrance, California 90509-2042
All rights reserved. No portion of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted
in any form or by any means, electric, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of Epson America, Inc. No patent liability is assumed with respect to use of the information
contained herein. Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
herein. Further, this publication and features described herein are subject to change without notice.

TRADEMARK INFORMATION
EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation and EPSON Connection is a service mark of Epson
America, Inc.
Other product names used in this manual are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their
respective companies. EPSON disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

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INTRODUCTION
This service manual describes hardware information necessary for field service and
troubleshooting of the ELP-3500 Projector. Manual updates will be supplied in service
bulletins.

HOW TO USE THIS SERVICE MANUAL

The manual covers topics required for field maintenance, so you can use it for
diagnosis of failures or repair. Before beginning maintenance work, be sure to read
and observe every safety precautions and all rules. Manual contents are as follows:

Precautions: Operator Safety, Product Safety, Requirements for Servicers

Chapter 1: Product Features (Part Names, Connection, Specifications)
Chapter 2: Theory of Operation (Hardware, Internal Connections, Unit Functions)
Chapter 3: Disassembly and Assembly (Main Unit and Remote Control)
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting (Troubleshooting Flowcharts)
Chapter 5: Functional Tests, Adjustments (Test Programs, Adjustments)
Appendix: Parts List, Exploded Diagrams, Schematic Diagrams

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PRECAUTIONS

OPERATOR SAFETY

1. PROTECTION FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK

* Before performing any repair work on the product, be sure to turn off the power
switch and remove the electric power cable from the electrical outlet.
* Whenever it is necessary to turn power on after opening the case or cover (for
example, during the adjustment process) be sure to remove anything you are
wearing that is metal, such as a watch, cuff links, ring, or tie pin, that may touch
metallic parts of the product, creating a danger of electric shock.

2. PROTECTION FROM INJURY

* Be sure not to touch the lamp and its surroundings after power is turned off; they
may be hot. Also, be sure not to touch the light source and its surroundings during
adjustments while power is turned on.
* Use gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges during assembly and
disassembly.
* To protect your eyes from being damaged, do not look into the light source or lens
while the light is on.

3. ACCIDENT PREVENTION
* To prevent the device or its components from falling, perform any operation only
after the device is placed on a flat and stable surface. Be careful not to place tools
or parts on top of the device or at your feet.
* To prevent this product from being used before it is totally reassembled, be sure
not to leave the product out during any repair work, and do not place it in a location
where it can be taken for use by mistake.
* Be sure to use attached power cable to supply power to the product.

PRODUCT SAFETY

1. ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
* Whenever performing repair work on the product, be sure to wear a wrist band and
use an electrostatic mat for grounding. When you replace any electric components
(boards and light bulb), it is recommended that you touch the electrostatic plastic
bag containing the component to a metallic part of the product before taking the
component out of the plastic bag.

2. RESTRICTIONS FOR PARTS REPLACEMENT

* Use only authorized parts or EPSON-supplied parts for replacement of mechanical
components, including the light source lamp, fuse, air filter, and so on.

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* Use only the power cable and the interface cables supplied with the product.

3. OTHER PRECAUTIONS
* Visually check for damage or dirt on the power connector and cable. If dirty, clean
it, and if bent or damaged, replace the cable in to prevent firing by the flush over
phenomenon.
* When connecting internal connector cables or interface cables, be sure to plug
them into the connector fully, until attached to the connector edge.
* Before removing the FPC cable for the light bulb, be sure to remove the connector
lock in advance. Unlock the connector lock by pulling up both ends of the
connector lock simultaneously with tweezers.
* Whenever removing parts or repairing the product, work in a clean room, free of
dust and dirt, to keep the optical elements away from dirt.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICERS

Authorized servicers should have the following knowledge and skill for maintenance of
the ELP-3500:
* Training in an EPSON-authorized maintenance training program and authorization
as a service engineer.
* Sufficient understanding of the operations and descriptions in this service manual.
* Basic knowledge of electricity (safety operations, circuit diagrams, static electricity,
etc.)

OTHERS

* For questions on ELP-3500 maintenance, including service parts or document

contents, contact the address below. Any technical information about changes will
be released as necessary in service bulletins.

EPSON AMERICA, INC.

20770 Madrona Avenue
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 782-0770

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 Contents

Chapter 1 Product Features

1.1 Product Features ........................................................................................ 1-1

1.2 Parts of the Projector ................................................................................. 1-2
1.2.1 Exterior View of the Main Frame ....................................................... 1-2
1.2.2 Interior View of the Main Frame ........................................................ 1-4
1.2.3 Exterior View of the Remote Control ................................................. 1-5
1.2.4 Interior of the Remote Control ........................................................... 1-6
1.3 Connection................................................................................................. 1-7
1.3.1 MS-DOS and Compatibles ................................................................ 1-7
1.3.2 Macintosh.......................................................................................... 1-8
1.4 Main Components ...................................................................................... 1-9
1.5 Specifications............................................................................................. 1-14
1.6 Interface Specifications .............................................................................. 1-15
1.6.1 Mouse Interface Specifications ......................................................... 1-15
1.6.2 Computer Interface Board................................................................. 1-18
1.6.3 Computer Audio Input ....................................................................... 1-18
1.6.4 Video Interface Board ....................................................................... 1-19
1.6.5 I/O Terminal Layout........................................................................... 1-21

Chapter 2 Theory of Operation

2.1 Hardware.................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1.1 Electrical System Connections.......................................................... 2-2
2.1.2 Optical System Connections ............................................................. 2-3
2.2 Power Supply Unit...................................................................................... 2-4
2.3 Main Board................................................................................................. 2-6
2.4 Driver Board ............................................................................................... 2-11
2.5 Interface Board Unit ................................................................................... 2-13
2.6 Control Panel ............................................................................................. 2-15
2.7 Receptor Board .......................................................................................... 2-15
2.8 Speaker Unit .............................................................................................. 2-16
2.9 Light Guide Block ....................................................................................... 2-17
2.10 Light Valve R/G/B to Prism Unit ................................................................ 2-19
2.9.1 R/G/B Light Valves............................................................................ 2-19
2.9.2 Prism Unit.......................................................................................... 2-20
2.11 Projector Lens........................................................................................... 2-20
2.12 Lamp Housing........................................................................................... 2-21

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Chapter 3 Disassembly and Assembly

3.1 Disassembly and Assembly Procedures .................................................... 3-1

3.2 Projector Main Unit Disassembly and Assembly ........................................ 3-3
3.2.1 Removing the Lamp Inner Housing................................................... 3-4
3.2.2 Removing the Upper Case Unit and Handle ..................................... 3-5
3.2.3 Removing the Air Filter Frame........................................................... 3-7
3.2.4 Removing the Main Board Block ....................................................... 3-8
3.2.5 Removing the Exhaust Fan Unit........................................................ 3-11
3.2.6 Removing the Safety Switch ............................................................. 3-12
3.2.7 Removing the Control Panel ............................................................. 3-13
3.2.8 Removing the Speaker Units............................................................. 3-14
3.2.9 Removing the Receptor Board Assembly.......................................... 3-15
3.2.10 Removing the Driver Board Assembly............................................. 3-16
3.2.11 Removing the Power Supply Unit.................................................... 3-17
3.2.12 Removing the Interface Unit Assembly ........................................... 3-18
3.2.13 Removing the Lamp Outer Housing Unit......................................... 3-19
3.2.14 Removing the Adjustable Foot Unit................................................. 3-20
3.2.15 Removing the Optical Block ............................................................ 3-21
3.2.16 Removing the Projector Lens Unit (PLU) ........................................ 3-22
3.2.17 Removing the Intake Fan/Optical Head Unit/Light Guide Unit......... 3-23
3.2.18 Removing the Inlet Unit ................................................................... 3-25
3.3 Disassembling and Assembling the Remote Control Unit .......................... 3-26

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

4.1 Before Starting Troubleshooting Procedures ............................................. 4-1

4.1.1 Tools and Accessories Required for Troubleshooting ................... 4-1
4.1.2 Field Replacement Parts ............................................................... 4-1
4.2 First Action ................................................................................................. 4-2

Chapter 5 Adjustments

5.1 Image Adjustment Program........................................................................ 5-1

5.1.1 When to Use the Image Adjustment Program................................... 5-1
5.1.2 Running the Program ........................................................................ 5-2

Appendix

A.1 Reference Materials (Parts List) ................................................................. A1-A3

A.2 Exploded Diagrams .................................................................................... A4-A5
A.3 Schematic Diagrams................................................................................... A7-A21

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1.1 PRODUCT FEATURES
The ELP-3500 Projector is an easy-to-use, portable presentation device with a VGA
resolution that lets you project enhanced color images from personal computers and
video equipment, such as VCRs, video camcorders, and video disc players.

Figure 1-1.

❐ Portable, light-weight, compact

The new power unit, circuit board design, and simple structure minimize the
projector body almost to page-size length and width, and a weight of 14.8 lb (6.7
kg), which is about 2 lb (1 kg) lighter than conventional projectors. An optional
carrying case is useful for transporting the unit.

❐ Bright, clear images

The high-performance zoom lens, new high-brightness lamp, and optical block
let the projector achieve wide-screen image projection (from 21 to 300 inches) at
a projection distance from 4 to 40 feet (1.2 to 12.3 m).

❐ High-resolution, full color (16770 thousand colors)

Three R, G, and B TFT liquid crystal panels containing 307,200 pixels support a
VGA resolution of 640 x 480 dots (approximately 920 thousand pixels). The grid
between pixels in the liquid crystal panel is thinner than in conventional
projectors to provide sharp contrast.

❐ Remote control
The easy-to-use remote control handles numerous functions for presentations.
You can control the main operations with one hand. By attaching the computer
and projector with an optional cable, you can use the remote control as a
computer mouse.

❐ Connectivity with various computers

An advanced capacity for data signal determination enables the ELP-3500 to
connect with various computers, such as IBM PC compatibles (including DOS
compatibles) and Macintosh computers. The projector also can determine
whether the video signal is NTSC, PAL, SECAM.

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❐ DDC compliance
The ELP-3500 conforms to DDC 1/2 standards. When you connect this device
to the computer conforming to DDC, the output signals of it are automatically
converted into VGA images and projected.

❐ Simple Maintenance
Maintenance is easy, and the number of adjustments has been minimized.

1.2 PARTS OF THE PROJECTOR

1.2.1 EXTERIOR VIEW OF THE MAIN FRAME

Figure 1-2.

Figure 1-3.

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Figure 1-4.

1. VCR Syn-Video 6. Serial Port to Mouse Port

2. VCR Video (DB9 or PS/2)
3. VCR Audio Left 7. VGA Connection for Video
4. VCR Audio Right from Computer
5. Output for External Speakers 8. Audio from Computer

Figure 1-5.

Figure 1-6.

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1.2.2 INTERIOR VIEW OF THE MAIN FRAME

Main Board Power Supply Safety Switch

Figure 1-7.

Driver Board Control Panel

Speaker

Interface Unit

Projector Lens

Figure 1-8.

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1.2.3 EXTERIOR VIEW OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

Figure 1-9.

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1.2.4 INTERIOR VIEW OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

Figure 1-10.

Figure 1-11.

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1.3 CONNECTION
1.3.1 MS-DOS and Compatibles

Desktop

Figure 1-12.

Notebook

Figure 1-13.

* Attached accessories

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1.3.2 Macintosh

Desktop

* Attached accessories

Figure 1-14.

DIP switch settings must match machine type. Refer to the table below for details. (The
default setting is MAC13 mode.)

Table 1-1.
Mode Switch A ON Switch B ON
MAC13” Mode (640 x 480) 1, 2, 5 8
MAC16” Mode (832 x 624) 2, 4, 5 8
Multi Res. 1, 2, 5 3, 4, 8

Figure 1-15.

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PowerBook

Figure 1-16.

1.4 MAIN COMPONENTS

Main Board

Figure 1-17.

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Driver Board

Figure 1-18.
Interface Unit

Figure 1-19.

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Power Supply Unit

Power Supply Unit

Figure 1-20.

Light Guide Block

Figure 1-21.

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Optical Head Unit

Figure 1-22.
Projector Lens Unit

Figure 1-23.

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Lamp Inner Housing

Figure 1-24.

Control Panel

Figure 1-25.

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1.5 SPECIFICATIONS
Table 1-2.
OPTICAL FEATURES
Display method Transparency-type, TFT color liquid crystal display (R/G/B)
Projection image size 21 inches minimum to 300 inches maximum
Projection distance 3.9 to 40.3 feet (1.2 to 12.3 m)
Resolution 640 x 480 dots; 307,200 pixels x 3
Projector lens Zoom lens F2.5 - 2.9 (55-77 mm)
Focus adjustment Manual
Zoom adjustment Manual (1:1.4)
Light source 100 W
Metal halide lamp, (type no. MSCR150E3H)
Average illuminance Typical: 500 ANSI lumens; minimum: 400 ANSI lumens
AUDIO FEATURES
Input Video audio signal (stereo)
Host computer audio output (stereo)
Output Built-in speaker (1 W-8 Ω) 4 W - 4 Ω
External speaker
Output control function
Input Source 1 Host computer I/O interface
(analog RGB/VGA monitor board/video board)
Audio input interface (stereo)
Input Source 2 Video image input interface
S image input interface
Video audio input interface (stereo)
REMOTE CONTROL
Wireless Remote Control Within 33 feet (10 m) from and within an angle 30 degrees
of the projector's receptor.
Wired control is available using the exclusive cable.
Operation Key One switch available on the top of projector switch cover.
POWER SUPPLY
Input Voltage 100-120 VAC ± 15% / 220-240 VAC ± 15% (50/60 Hz)
Power Consumption Approximately 170 W
DC Output 12 V; 0.35 A
MECHANICAL
Dimensions 11.14 (W) x 5.95 (H) x 14.98" (D)
(283 mm x 151 mm x 380 mm)
11.22 (W) x 5.87 (H) x 16.26" (D)
(285 mm x 149 mm x 413 mm)
including foot adjuster and lens.
Weight Approximately 17 lb (7.7 kg)
ENVIRONMENT
Operation/Storage 32º F ~ +104º F / –14º F ~ +140 º F (non condensing)
Temperature (0º C ~ +40º C / –10º C ~ 60º C)
Operation/Storage Humidity 20% ~ 80% / 10% ~ 80% (non condensing)

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1.6 INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS

1.6.1 Mouse Interface Specifications

Features

This interface is provided on an optional cable (not on the projector).

❐ Supports a keyboard as well as a mouse

❐ Mini DIN 6-pin connector
❐ I/O data communication is enabled.

PS/2 port pin assignments

6 5
4 3
2 1

Figure 1-26. Mini DIN 6-pin Connector

Table 1-3. PS/2 Connector Pin Assignments

Pin Signal Functions
1 Data I/O data bus. The signal line with the open collector driver is pulled
up to 5 V through a pull-up resistor.
2 NC Not connected
3 GND Ground
4 +5V +5 V output
5 Clock Synchronous clock signal. The signal line with the open collector
driver is pulled up to 5 V through a pull-up resistor.
6 NC Not connected

PS/2 port driving procedure

The projector communicates with the peripherals using the IBM PC/AT protocol,
which manipulates the HIGH/LOW level of Data/Clock signals.

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Asynchronous Data Bus (ADB) Port

Features

This interface is provided on an optional cable (not on the projector).

❐ 10 kbps serial bus

❐ Supports a keyboard or a mouse.
❐ Mini DIN 4-pin connector
❐ I/O data communication is enabled.

ADB port pin assignments

4 3
2 1

Figure 1-27. Mini DIN 4-pin Connector

Table 1-4. ADB Connector Pin Assignments

Pin Signal Functions
1 ADB I/O data bus. This is the open collector signal, which is pulled up
to +5 V through the 470 Ω resistor on the main logic board.
2 POWER ON In Macintosh-type computers this pin is connected to pin 4, so
that using a key on the ADB keyboard activates this signal and
turns on the power. In other models this pin is not connected.
3 +5 V +5 V output
4 GND Ground

Procedure for driving the ADB port

An ADB device communicates with a Mac through a protocol specified by Apple
Computer Inc., which manipulates the HIGH/LOW level of ADB signals.

ADB port current limitations

Through the bus, a +5 V current is supplied to the ADB device. The total current
consumed by the device must not exceed 500 mA. (For example, the current
consumed by an ordinary mouse is approximately 20 mA.)

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Mouse Emulation Function

This function converts data transmitted from a remote control into mouse data for a PS/2,
ADB, or serial mouse. The ELP-3500 mouse function does not support a serial mouse. In
the I/F CPU, the function controls the mouse CPU, which controls the multi-mouse port.

Table 1-5. Multi-mouse Connector Mode

Mode ID 0 ID 1 Note
Serial mouse 0V 0V Not supported in the ELP-3500
PS/2 0V 5V
ADB 5V 0V
PC-98 5V 5V

The mouse is specified by the cable connected to the multi-mouse connector.

Table 1-6. Multi-mouse Connector Pin Assignments

Pin Signal Type Functions
1 XA/CLK/ADB Encoder signal / I/O data signal / synchronous
clock signal
2 XB/DATA Encoder signal / I/O data signal
3 YA Encoder signal
4 YB Encoder signal
5 LEFT/ID0 Left button signal/control signal
6 RIGHT/ID1 Right button signal/control signal
7 NC Common Disabled
8 TxD Serial Transmit signal
9 RxD Serial Receive signal
10 DTR Serial Projector data terminal ready signal
11 Serial PC data set ready signal
12 DSR Common PC power ON signal
13 GHD Common Ground

The current capacity of the multi-mouse port

The supplied current capacity is 50 mA. (For example, the current consumed by
an ordinary mouse is approximately 20-30 mA.)

In sleep mode
In sleep mode the mouse emulation function is also enabled.

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1.6.2 Computer Interface Board

Figure 1-28.Computer Video Input

Table 1-7. Computer Video Input D-SUB 15 (HD)

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 Red video 9 +5 V
2 Green video 10 Synchronous GND
3 Blue video 11 Monitor (ID bit 0)
4 Monitor (ID bit 2) 12 SDA
5 GND 13 Horizontal synchronization
6 Red video GND 14 Vertical synchronization
7 Green video GND 15 SCL
8 Blue video GND

1.6.3 Computer Audio Input

This connector is a stereo mini jack with 2 circuits for detection pins (The detection pins,
which are not required for audio input, provides an audio out terminal.)

1
Table 1-8.
2

3 Pin No. Signal

4

5
1 GND
6
2 Computer audio input L
7

8 3 Computer audio input R

9
Other pins NC

Figure 1-29. Multi-mouse 13-pin Jack

4 1

8 5
14 9

Figure 1-30.

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Table 1-9.
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 DATA 8 LEFT
2 CLK 9 RIGHT
3 ADB 10 ID2
4 XA 11 ID3
5 XB 12 +5 V
6 YA 13 GND
7 YB

1.6.4 Video Interface Board

4 3
S-terminal input
2 1

6 5

Figure 1-31. Mini DIN 4-pin with Detection Pin

Table 1-10.
Pin Signal
1, 2, 6 GND
3 Y signal input
4 C signal input
5 Input detection terminal

CVBS input
RCA, gold-plated connector (only insertion portion), right angle H=15 mm; color:
yellow
2

Figure 1-32.

Table 1-11.
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 Video input

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Video audio input L, R

RCA, gold-plated connector (only insertion portion), right angle H=15 mm;
colors: L = white; R = red

Pins 3, 6

Pins 4, 7

Pins 5, 8

Figure 1-33.

Table 1-12.
Pin Signal
3, 6 GND
4 Audio R return
7 Audio L return
5 Audio input L
8 Audio input R

Audio output
Stereo mini jack with 2 circuits for detection pin

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Figure 1-34.

Table 1-13.
Pin Signal
1, 4 GND
2 Audio output L
3 Audio output R
5 Detection of Line-out jack insertion
Other pins Not connected

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1.6.5 I/O Terminal Layout

The terminals listed below are vertically located in two rows on the rear panel.

Table 1-14.
Left row, from top to bottom S-Video terminal input (mini DIN 4)
CVBS video input (RCA-yellow)
Video audio input (RCA-left-white)
Video audio input (RCA-right-red)
Audio output (stereo mini)
Right row, from top to bottom Multi-mouse jack
Computer video input (D-SUB 15)
Computer audio input (stereo mini)

Figure 1-35.

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The optical and electrical systems are the major areas of projector hardware. The lower
level (below the broken line in the figure) shows the optical system, and the upper level
shows the electrical system.

POWER MAIN BOARD: DRIVER BOARD: IINTERFACE

SUPPLY UNIT: Generates the R/G/B light Generates the UNIT:
Generates DC valves’ memory and the R/G/B video I/O interface
voltages drive signals. Sets initial signal. connector
(+5 V +18 V) for operations for interface Detects the board (PC /
the electric circuit and controls brightness and video / audio /
circuits. Also sensors, fans, speakers, controls the RS-232 /
generates DC and remote control. temperature. remote / DC
voltage (+65 V) (overheating OUT)
for the light protection).
source.

INTAKE FAN *1

R/G/B LIGHT R/G/B LENS UNIT

VALVES PRISM Focus/Zoom
composite
EXHAUST FAN *2

LAMP Note: *1 The intake fan cools the R/G/B

HOUSING: LIGHT VALVE
150 W - 65 V BLOCK: Divides the light valves of the LCD panel.
light source. light into 3 parts
(R/G/B) for the lens, Note: *2 The exhaust fan mainly gives off
filter, and mirror
heated air from around the light
source.
Figure 2-1.

Description of the Projection Process

1. A video signal is provided in digital or analog form from a computer through the
interface board. (Analog signals are converted into digital signals by the main board.)
2. The digital video signal is then stored in video memory on the main board. Then the
driver board generates signals to drive the R/G/B light valves.
3. The R/G/B light valves are individual panels, independent of each other. They work
to shut off or transmit light from the light valve block.
4. Lights transmitted through the light valves are combined by a prism and projected
through the lens unit.

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2.1.1 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

Electrical units are physically connected to the main board, as shown below.

Intake Fan Receptor Board Speaker

Power Supply
Unit CN600
CN502
CN400
CN501 CN504
Main Board
Control
Panel
CN505
CN200
CN503 (opposite side)

CN100

Exhaust Fan CN101

IB2

IB1

Interface Unit

CN950 CN850

CN900

Driver Board

Light Valve B Light Valve G Light Valve R

Figure 2-2.

Table 2-1.
UNIT NAME FUNCTIONS AND REMARKS
EXHAUST FAN For eliminating heat from light source lamp and power supply unit
RECEPTOR BOARD Remote control signal detection
INTAKE FAN Cools the lamp
POWER SUPPLY UNIT Generates 65 V from AC IN for light source lamp
Generates +5 V / +12 V / +18 V
MAIN BOARD BOARD Projector function control (CPU, ROM, VRAM, light valve driver, others)
R/G/B LIGHT VALVE Generates image data (LCD panel)
SPEAKER UNIT Audio output
LIGHT SOURCE LAMP For image projection (metal halide discharge lamp)
DRIVER BOARD A/D converter for analog video signal
Audio signal amplitude, others
INTERFACE UNIT External device connection

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2.1.2 OPTICAL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS

The optical system consists of 4 blocks (lamp inner/outer housing, light guide unit, optical
head, and projector lens), as shown below.

Lamp Inner/Outer Optical Head

Housing Light Guide Unit Projector Lens

Figure 2-3.

Figure 2-4. Optical Head Assembly

Table 2-2.
UNIT NAME FUNCTIONS AND REMARKS
LAMP INNER/OUTER HOUSING Includes one metal halide lamp as a light source. Lamp
inner housing and lamp outer housing are mounted.
LIGHT GUIDE UNIT Disperses light from the light source uniformly using the
A/B lens array.
Disperses the light in three parts (R/G/B).
PROJECTOR LENS Zoom (*1.4) and focus adjustments

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2.2 POWER SUPPLY UNIT

The power supply unit includes a DC regulator, exhaust fan, and interlock switch for the
lamp cover. This unit generates the voltages for the control circuit (+5 V, +12 V, +18 V)
and for the light source lamp (+65 V) from the AC input. Although a functional diagram is
shown below, never disassemble the power supply unit during field maintenance service.

Power Supply Unit

Figure 2-5.

Functional Block Diagram

INTERLOCK SW POWER SW

FUSE NC NC FILTER/ REGULATOR

RECTIFIER
AC IN 250 V - 6.3 A

MAIN
SAFETY
BOARD EXHAUST FAN
SWITCH
CN505
(overheating
protection)

LAMP +6.5 V

+5 V

+18 V
CONNECTIONS TO MAIN BOARD AND DRIVER BOARD
+12 V

Figure 2-6.

* An interlock switch is included for safety purposes. The interlock switch shuts off the supply of AC power if
the lamp cover at the bottom of main chassis is opened.
* The safety switch input signal is designed for protection from overheating. It stops power output to the light
source lamp if the projector detects overheating in the lamp housing area.

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Functional Outline

* The interlock switch at the bottom of main chassis shuts off AC power when the lamp
cover is opened. It is normally in the ON position.

* The cable connected to CN505 on the main board is a signal line to indicate the
conditions of two fans (the exhaust fan and intake fan), which are connected to
connectors CN503 and CN502 on the main board. These signals shut off power to the
light source lamp to prevent overheating if either fan stops rotating.

* The filter/rectification circuit reduces noise on the AC line and generates DC voltage
for the regulator.

* The regulator generates various DC voltage levels shown in the table below for the
switching regulator. The regulator detects the voltage output level on the +5 V line and
feeds the information back to the switching circuit to maintain a stable output level,
regardless load variations. Every output voltage level is not subject to adjustment.

Table 2-3.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE SPECIFICATION
+18 V +18 V ± 5% (17.1 to 18.9 V)
+12 V +12 V ± 5% (11.4 to 12.6 V)
+5V + 5 V ± 5% ( 4.75 to 5.25 V)

* The intake fan removes heat generated in the power supply unit. Heat expelled by the
intake fan is blown out by the exhaust fan, connected to CN503 on the main board.

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Pin Assignments
CN501
Pin 15 CN505
Pin 1 (Red)

Figure 2-7.

Table 2-4.
Pin No. I/O Signal
1 IN Lamp on/off
2-9 — Ground
7 OUT +18 V
8 OUT +12 V (b)
9 OUT +12 V (a)
10-12 OUT +5 V

2.3 MAIN BOARD

The driver board consists of the CPU, P-ROM, video memory, digital video processor,
and circuits to control the interface, control panel, fan, speaker, receptor board interface,
etc. The driver board controls everything, except video signal generation. The driver
board is available as a unit for the service parts.

IC304 includes firmware to set initial values and control projector functions. Fuses, for
the protection of the electric circuits, are soldered on the board Their locations are shown
on the next page.

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Table 2-5.
Fuses Specifications Purpose
FU500 451002 (2 A) +18 V ROM/Interface
FU501 451002 (2 A) +12 VS Fan/speaker
FU502 451002 (2 A) +12 VA Interface
FU503 CCP2E20 (0.8 A) +5 VA A/D converter
FU504 451002 (2 A) +5 VD All circuits/CPU/interface
FU505 CCP2E20 (0.8 A) +5 VT Receptor circuits

IC304

FU500

FU501

FU502
FU503
FU504
FU505

Figure 2-8.

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Main Board Circuit Block

Fuse

C FU500 451002 (2 A) +18 V

N
5 FU501 451002 (2 A) +12 VS
0
1 FU502 451002 (2 A) +12 VA
Connects to the
power supply +5 VA
FU503 CCP2E20 (0.8 A)
with cable
FU504 451002 (2 A) +5 VD

FU505 CCP2E20 (0.8 A) +5 VT

CN505 POWER ON
IC600 Control C Connects
panel power N
OSC 16M to the
On/Off control 5
control panel
0
SRAM MAD IC301 LED control 4
CPU
Thermos
CN Connects to
signal
600 receptor board
Flash ROM
PAJ system
PC control OSC
control
8 MHz
Memory SCL M1 11
controller SBA (Mouse)
Lamp control C
t IC102 Line buffer R/G/B IN
N Connects to
Read / write ADC
GIN 1 the interface
signals HS/VS
R G B 0 board
S S S
0 0 0
C 0 Display signal
Fan control
Intake N generator
circuit
fan 5
0 7 7 7
C
2 Connects to
IC201 Digital- N
PLL RT 0 ~ 7 / GT 0 ~ 7 / BT 0 ~ 7 the driver
Video processor 2
C Display signal / data clock board
0
N 0
Exhaust 5
fan 0
3 Digital croma

A/D
C
N Speaker converter S-Video/Video in
Speaker
4 AMP C
0 Audio R/L in N
0 Connects
Audio out 1 to the interface
0 unit (IB1)
1

Figure 2-9.

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Functional Outline

* When power is turned on, the driver board activates the reset signal, which is
controlled by IC601, and the CPU reads the program from flash ROM and writes it into
RAM (IC303). Then the CPU sets the functions based on the program and projects
the initial image.

* The digital video interface (IC201) from the video board generates timing to project the
image data received or executes data bit conversion (A/D) to write the received
analog image data to SRAM.

* The memory controller (IC302) performs read/write operations, saving data to SRAM.
Video signals (analog/digital), provided through the interface board, are immediately
stored in video RAM.

* Data stored in SRAM is converted to analog signals by D/A converter. The output is
divided into 8 bits for each R/G/B light valve by the amplitude and lamp circuits.

* Digital R/G/B input signals are synchronized as image data, and the control timing is
stored in a three-state buffer before being output to the driver board.

* The analog R/G/B signal is amplified by the amplitude circuit and converted into
individual data signals of 7 bits each by A/D converter circuit before being output to
the driver board.

* Analog R/G/B output signals are transmitted in different ways for analog input and
digital input.
Analog R/G/B
Video amplitude is output via video buffer.
Digital R/G/B
The digital image signals (R 0 ~ 7 / G 0 ~ 7 / B 0 ~ 7) output from the driver board
are converted into analog signals by the chroma circuit and the D/A converter
before being output through the video buffer.

* Audio input volume is controlled (Loud/Quiet/Mute) by the audio control circuit and
amplified by the audio amplitude circuit before being output to the speaker unit
(Right/Left) through the driver board.

* The audio input signal is transferred to the audio output interface via the audio control
circuit.

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* The projector has a timer circuit that controls the operating time of the light source
valve. Its operation is described below.

Table 2-6.
Light Source State Lamp Monitor State
Typically, the light from the projector lamp starts to dim after about 4000 hours of use.
This indicates that it is time to replace the lamp. You can check the lamp life on the
Setting Screen.
When the light source valve runs out The lamp monitor lights red.
before its life.

If you observe the conditions above, replace the light source valve and reset the timer as
follows:
While holding down the TRACKING+ and SYNC+ buttons, press and hold down the
POWER button until the three status lights (USER 1, 2, 3) start flashing orange
simultaneously (for approximately 3 seconds).

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2.4 DRIVER BOARD

The driver board has a circuit for converting the signals from the main board into six
analog signal states and controlling the brightness and detecting the temperature. The
board can be replaced as a whole unit for maintenance service. The fuses on the board
are shown below.

Table 2-7.
Fuse Part Number Usage
F600 CCP2E20 +18 V (600 mA) Video AMP
F601 CCP2E20 +12 V (600 mA) DAC/Light Valve Driver
F602 CCP2E13 +5 V (520 mA) Control Circuits

F600 F601 F602

Figure 2-10.

Functional Outline

Signals RT 0~7, GT 0~7, and BT 0~7, output from the main board, are converted into
analog signals by the digital to analog converter (DAC: IC601) before being output to the
driver circuit for the light valves.

Timing signals (for the monitor) output from the main board are converted into the signals
for the light valves (LCDs) by IC800 before outputting them. The sub-brightness circuit
modifies the output level of the R/G/B analog signals while controlling the lamp circuit for
the analog display signals.

The temperature detection circuit protects the circuit section from overheating. If the
temperature in the section rises more than a certain number of degrees, the circuit sends
an interrupt to the CPU on the main board.

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Circuit Block Diagram of the Video Board

Fuses

Power F600 CCP2E20 (600 mA) Regulator

+18 V
supply

F601 CCP2E20 (600 mA) +12 V Regulator 5 VDA

C
F602 CCP2E13 (520 mA) +5 V
N
6
0 Temperature
RT 0 ~ 7
0 IC600 IC601 detection
GT 0 ~ 7 line buffer DAC

BT 0 ~ 7
Analog R/G/B
Data clock Data clock
H start
Lamp 2
Display control signal
Video AMP
SCL/SDA
8 ch
Sub
DAC brightness
circuit
IC800 Output lamp
Shift clock
level shifter display timing
generator 8 ch
+15 V
I/O

LCCOM Driver
SCK DXIN
RAD control
Connecst to 1~6 CLXIN (J1/J2)
the main ROT RAD
board CN200 (J1/J2)
RAD (J1/J2) LCCOM
R/G/B

B 1/2
R 1/2 G 1/2

Output divider Output divider Output divider

(Analog) (Analog) (Analog)
R1 ~ R6 G1 ~ 6 B1 ~ 6

R 1/2
G 1/2
B 1/2

Light Valve R Driver Light Valve G Driver Light Valve B Driver

(CN850) (CN900) (CN950)

Figure 2-11.

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2.5 INTERFACE BOARD UNIT

This unit consists of two boards (IB1 and IB2) with interfaces that can be connected to
external devices (the host computer, external speaker, and video device). The unit
involves the input/output interface connector and the noise filter circuit.

Figure 2-12.

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Interface board (IB2)

Mouse/ J100 Current limiter Noise filter C
Com connector (100 Ω) (diode circuit) N
1
0
Connects to
Computer J101 R/G/B Noise filter 0
CN100 (IF2)
In connector (diode circuit)
on main board

H/V/SCL control

Audio J102 R/L Noise filter

In

Figure 2-13.
Interface board (IB1)
S-Video J100 Noise filter C
N
1
Connects to
Video In J101 R/G/B Noise filter 0
CN101 (IF1)
Audio L 0 on main board
Audio R

Noise filter
Audio J102 R/L
Out

Figure 2-14.

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2.6 CONTROL PANEL

The board on this panel contains eight buttons and six LEDs. It is connected to CN504
on the main board.

Figure 2-15.

2.7 RECEPTOR BOARD

A detector mounted on the receptor board senses the infrared signals from the remote
control. The receptor board is attached to the power supply unit and placed in the front of
the unit. Control of any signals received by the receptor board is transferred to the CPU
as interrupt signals.

Figure 2-16.

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2.8 SPEAKER UNIT

Inside the upper case is a speaker. Audio signals from the amplitude circuit on the video
board are output to this speaker. Also, audio signals are available from externally
connected speakers. In this case, balance between internal and external speakers is
adjustable using the fade function.

Figure 2-17.

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2.9 LIGHT GUIDE BLOCK

The light valve block eliminates ultraviolet rays harmful to the light valves and makes the
light intensity from the light source lamp uniform before dividing it into 3 light outputs
(R/G/B). Lenses and mirrors built in the block disperse the light. The drawings below
show the appearance and an internal block diagram of the light valve block.

Figure 2-18.

Multi-lens B Multi-lens A
PBS GCM

Lens Adjustment Unit

Condenser Lens F

CDM

Condenser Lens E

RGB Condenser Lens

RGB Polarization Unit

Figure 2-19.

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A/B Multi-lens
Dispersion of light from the light source lamp through the A/B multi-lens makes
brightness roughly uniform. A UV filter coats the surface of the multi-lens array to
eliminate ultraviolet rays.

PBS (Polarizing Beam Splitter)

Light dispersed through the A/B multi-lens is further dispersed through the PBS to
make the light intensity uniform.

Lens Adjustment Unit

Adjusts the distortion of light applied through the A/B multi-lens, the polarizing beam
splitter, and the CDM (see definition below).

CDM
The CDM is a light filter that looks red in visual light. The CDM (A) filter transmits only
red light and reflects blue and green lights from the light source.

GDM
The GDM is a light filter that looks blue in visual light. The GDM filter transmits only
blue light from the light source. The light input to the GDM is only blue and green light
reflected by the CDM, as described above, and green light is reflected by the GDM
and provided to the G condenser lens.

D/E Condenser Lens

The D/E condenser lens collects the light dispersed by the GDM to prevent reduction
and provide light to the mirror at the next stage.

R/G/B Condenser Lens

Collects the light divided into R, G, and B.

R/G/B Polarization Unit

Controls the color of lights dispersed into red/blue/green by the CDM and GDM. Films
in the colors shown below are placed on each sheet of the polarization unit.

Table 2-8.
NAME COLOR OF FILM
POLARIZATION R GRAY
POLARIZATION G BLUE
POLARIZATION B RED

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2.10 R/G/B LIGHT VALVES TO PRISM UNIT

2.10.1 R/G/B LIGHT VALVES

The R/G/B light valves are each high-density, liquid crystal panels of 307,200 pixels
(liquid crystal shutters) of 1.1” (W) x 0.8” (H) (26.9 x 20.2 mm). The condition of the twist
level in the liquid crystal shutter can be controlled in units of 8 degrees from a fully
closed condition (no light transmission) to a fully open condition (no light blocked).
Combining the three light valves (R/G/B) enables projection in full color (approximately
16,700,000 colors). Each light valve has its own part number and is incompatible with the
others. Consequently, their part numbers differ, as summarized in the table below.

Table 2-9.
NAME PART NO. REMARKS
LIGHT VALVE G 1021660 (1028151) *1 Light valve G does not have a position adjust plate.
LIGHT VALVE B 1022063 (1027966) *1 Light valve B has a blue label on the FPC cable.
LIGHT VALVE R 1021674 (1027964) *1 Light valve R has a red label on the FPC cable.

Light Valve B

Light Valve G

Light Valve R

Figure 2-20.

Since the light valves are liquid crystal shutters, they have specific features, depending
on the ambient temperature. At low temperatures, reaction speed is fast. After-image,
light contrast, or thinner color may occur. At high temperatures, reaction speed is
activated. The whole image seems dark.

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2.10.2 PRISM UNIT

The prism unit creates the three lights, which are transmitted through the light valve.

Figure 2-21.

2.11 PROJECTOR LENS

The projector lens unit has a zoom function (*1.4) and focus adjustment function.

Zoom Function

Focus Adjustment

Figure 2-22.

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2.12 LAMP HOUSING

The lamp housing consists of the light source valve and connector for the power supply
unit.

Figure 2-23.

* The life expectancy of the light source valve is 4000 hours. When operating time
exceeds 4000 hours, the lamp indicator on the control panel blinks automatically. If
you encounter this condition, replace the light source valve as soon as possible.
* The safety switch on the lamp outer housing, beside the lamp housing, detects
overheating. If the temperature exceeds the safety zone because of abnormal lamp
conditions, this switch shuts down the power.

Figure 2-24.

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Table 2-10.
Warning Light Color Status
Temp Red Projector is hot.
Lamp Red Lamp needs to be replaced.
Temp and Lamp Flashing Red Projector problem. Try turning off and back on
first. Then see Chapter 4.

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3.1 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES

This section explains how to disassemble the ELP-3500. The assembly procedure is the
exact reverse of the disassembly procedure.

Preparation
1. Remove any rings, wrist watch, cuff links, or other metal accessories likely to come
into contact with the equipment.
2. Wear gloves.
3. Wear a wrist band and ground it. Place a ground mat under the unit.
4. Turn off the main unit and the host computer.
5. Unplug the power cord from the main unit and service outlet.
6. Disconnect the interface cable from the main unit.
7. Clean the air filter, interface, and case cover with a vacuum cleaner.

Required Tools and Accessories

Prepare the tools and accessories listed in the table below.

Table 3-1. Required Tools

Name Quantity Supplier Use
Phillips screwdriver 2 1 Commercial Dissasembly of the case and interior
Flat blade (–) 1 Commercial Removal of power connnector for light
screwdriver
Tweezers 1 Commercial To unlock the FPC connector on the driver
board
Phillips screwdriver 1 1 Commercial Removal of the optical unit
Open wrench 1 Commercial Removal of the foot adjuster
(8 mm)
Set wrench 1 EPSON Focus alignment (optical unit)
(1.27 mm)
Brush 1 Commercial To brush off the dust around fan
Vacuum cleaner 1 Commercial To clean the optical unit and filter
Paper wiper Some Commercial To clean the projector lens
Air blower 1 Commercial To clean the optical unit
Glove 1 Commercial To avoid cuts
Wrist band, ground 1 Commercial To avoid electrostatic effects
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Precautions
Read the precautions given in individual assembly and disassembly procedures carefully
before starting the procedure. General precautions are given below.

When you disassemble the projector main unit, be careful of dust sticking to internal fans
and air filters because it can migrate and contaminate the optical unit, which is the heart
of the display mechanism, causing display quality to deteriorate. The optical unit is also
highly sensitive to static electricity.

The speaker unit contains a permanent magnet. Keep it away from electromagnetic
media such as diskettes and magnetic cards.

Handle the projector lens and light guide units with care as they are highly susceptible to
vibration and shock.

Do not try to disassemble any part (for example, the power supply unit) not covered in
this manual.

Operations that Require Adjustments and Checks

When you perform one of the removal or replacement operations in the table below, you
need to perform the checks and adjustments explained in Chapters 5. Perform
necessary adjustments and checks before reinstalling the upper case unit.

Table 3-2.
Operation Adjustment and check item
Driver board replacement Check the 16 grayscale levels
Flash ROM replacement Flicker/Ghost/Sub-contrast adjustments
Optical unit replacement Check and adjust focus alignment
Flicker/Ghost/Sub-contrast adjustments

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3.2 Projector Main Unit Disassembly and Assembly

The flowchart for disassembling the projector main unit is shown below. You can
reassemble dismantled projector parts by reversing the order of disassembly. Therefore,
unless specifically specified, this manual contains no assembly procedures. Detailed
descriptions of disassembly procedures are given in sections 3.2.1 through 3.2.18.

START

Lamp inner Upper case Air filter frame

housing (3.2.1) (3.2.2) (3.2.3)

Main board Handle Exhaust fan Safety switch

(3.2.4) (3.2.1) (3.2.5) (3.2.6)

Driver board Power supply Interface unit Lamp outer

(3.2.10) unit (3.2.11) (3.2.12) housing (3.2.13)

Adjustable feet Control panel

Optical block
(3.2.14) (3.2.7)
(3.2.15)

Projector lens Intake fan / optical head unit Speaker

unit (3.2.16) / light guide unit (3.2.17) (3.2.8)

Inlet unit Receptor board

(3.2.18) (3.2.9)

Figure 3-1.

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3.2.1 Removing the Lamp Inner Housing

Screws

Lamp Cover

Figure 3-2.

Screws

Handle

Lamp Inner Housing

Figure 3-3.

1. Remove the lamp cover mounting screws from the main unit bottom plate and
remove the lamp cover.
Screws: M4x7.5 F/Ni: P/N 1021771
Mounting torque: 4.5 kg cm = 3.9 lb inch
2. Remove 2 lamp mounting screws from the inner housing.
Screws: M4x7.5 F/Ni: P/N 1021771
Mounting torque: 4.5 kg cm = 3.9 lb inch
3. Pull up the handle on the lamp inner housing and remove the lamp unit.

Warning:
1. The lamp unit is very hot immediately after use and may burn you if handled
carelessly. Before removing the lamp unit, make sure the temperature of the lamp
inner housing unit has cooled down.
2. When installing the lamp unit, take care not to touch the lamp's reflector with your
hands (to prevent the reflector from being contaminated).

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3.2.2 Removing the Upper Case Unit and Handle

Handle Holder Cover

Figure 3-4.

Screws

Figure 3-5.

1. Pull the handle up. Insert the spring hook into either hole in the handle holder cover
and, while pressing the spring hook toward the hole on the opposite side, pull it up to
remove the handle. Bend the center of the handle holder cover up, forming an arch.
2. Remove 2 screws beneath the handle holder cover.
Screws: +M3x12 F/Zn P-Tight: P/N 1021823
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
3. Remove 4 case unit fixing screws on both sides.
Screws: +M4x8 F/ZB Bind: P/N 1033026
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

Caution:
The handle holder cover has claws on both ends. They may be damaged if you insert the
spring into a hook's hole and simply pulling it up.

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Screws

Figure 3-6.

Driver Board Control Panel

Speaker Speaker Cable

Interface Unit

Projector Lens

Figure 3-7.

4. Hold the left and right sides (handle and fan guard sides) of the upper case unit and
lightly pull the handle straight up.
5. Disconnect the speaker cable from connector CN400 on the main board
6. Unlock connector CN504 on the main board before disconnecting the control panel
cable from it.
7. Remove the upper case.
8. Remove the handle out of the lower case unit.

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3.2.3 Removing the Air Filter Frame

Air Filter Frame Tab

Figure 3-8.

1. Push the tab on the air filter frame. Then lift it up.

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3.2.4 Removing the Main Board Block

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in Section 3.2.2.

8 4

9
6
7

2
1 3

Figure 3-9.

1. Remove 7 wire cables and 2 FPC cables from the main board block. The cables
are summarized in the table below.

Number Connector Function and Remarks

1 CN100 Interface unit
2 CN101 Interface unit
3 CN400 Speaker unit *
4 CN501 Power supply unit
5 CN502 Intake fan
6 CN503 Exhaust fan
7 CN504 Control panel *
8 CN505 Power supply unit
9 CN600 Receptor board

* Removed in Section 3.2.1

Caution:
Before disconnecting the FPC cable from connectors CN100 and CN101 (1 and 2),
gently pull each connector straight up to unlock it.

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Screw FG Strap

Figure 3-10.

Screws

Screws

Remove
Bracket

Screws

Figure 3-11.

2. Remove the screw mounting the FG strap on the power supply unit.
Screw: +M3x6 F/Ni Sems P/N 1033025
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

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3. Remove 7 mounting screws from the main board block (one of the screws mounts
the FG strap also).
6 Screws: +M3x6 F/Ni: Sems P/N 1033122
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
1 Screw: +M3x12 F/Zn: Bind P Tight P/N 1021823
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
4. Grasp the main board block on the left side (the portion indicated by the arrow in the
photo ) and disconnect the connector from the interface board assembly.

Caution
To avoid malfunctions caused by wire breaking or solder flaking, never apply any
mechanical stress to the board.

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3.2.5 Removing the Exhaust Fan Unit

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in Section 3.2.1.

Fan Holding
Exhaust Fan Screw
Plate

Figure 3-12.

Screws

Figure 3-13.

1. Disconnect the cable connected to CN503.

2. Remove 4 screws from the fan holding plate to detach the fan and holding plate.
Screws: +M3x8 F/Zn: P Tight P/N 1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
Screws: +M3x6 F/Ni: P/N 1033122. Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
3. Remove 2 screws mounting the exhaust fan and separate the fan and holding plate.
Screws: +M4x10 F/Zn Bind: P/N 1022793
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

Caution:
1. When installing the exhaust fan, use care with its orientation. Installing the fan in the
reverse orientation may result in a device failure or extended cooling time because of
overheating. Make sure the label on the fan faces out.
2. The exhaust fan unit and its peripherals are susceptible to dust and dirt. When
installing the exhaust fan unit, check it for dirt and clean it if necessary.

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3.2.6 Removing the Safety Switch

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in Section 3.2.1.

Fast-on Tabs
Safety Switch

Screws

Figure 3-14.

1. Disconnect the Fast-on tab terminals for the 2 cables connected to the safety switch.
2. Remove 2 mounting screws from the safety switch and detach the safety switch.
Screws: +M3x8 F/Zn: P-Tight P/N 1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

Caution:
When removing the Fast-on terminals, do not apply excessive force to the terminals on
the safety switch in the horizontal or vertical direction.
* The polarity of the cables (blue/white) is not significant; connect them to any terminals
on the safety switch.

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3.2.7 Removing the Control Panel

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in Section 3.2.1.

Tabs

Tabs

Figure 3-15.

1. Pull down the tabs from inside. Then remove the control panel on the upper case.

Figure 3-16.

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3.2.8 Removing the Speaker Units

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in Section 3.2.1.

Screws

Screw

Figure 3-17.

1. Remove 3 screws mounting the speaker unit and remove the speaker along with the
bracket.
Screws: +M3x8 F/Zn: P-Tight P/N 1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

Caution:
1. The speaker unit contains a permanent magnet. Keep it away from electromagnetic
media such as diskettes and magnetic cards.
2. When mounting a speaker, align the 3 screw holes in the speaker with those in the
frame; then tighten the screws with same tightening torque.

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3.2.9 Removing the Receptor Board Assembly

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in Section 3.2.1.

Receptor
Screw Power Supply Unit
Board

Figure 3-18.

1. Remove the screw mounting the receptor to the power supply unit.
Screw: +M3x6 F/Ni: P/N 1033122
Mounting torque: 4.5 kg cm = 3.9 lb inch
2. Disconnect the cable from CN600 on the driver board block, and remove the receptor
board assembly.

Caution:
When installing the receptor board assembly, align the hole in the board with the boss on
the power supply unit before tightening the screw.

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3.2.10 Removing the Driver Board Assembly

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in sections 3.2.1 and 3.2.4.

Stud Screws

CN900

CN850
CN950
Ground
Plate

Screws

Figure 3-19.

1. (Although the illustration above shows 2 GND plate mounting screws and the GND
plate, those parts are actually removed in step 2 of Section 3.2.4, on page 3-9.)
2. Unlock the connector locks for CN850, CN900, and CN950 to disconnect the light bulb
FPC cable.
3. Remove 4 driver board assembly mounting hex. stud screws.
4. Hold both edges of the driver board assembly and pull it straight up.

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3.2.11 Removing the Power Supply Unit

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in sections 3.2.1 and 3.2.4.

Screws

Power Supply Cables

Figure 3-20.

1. Remove 2 lamp power supply cables connected with the lamp’s inner housing unit
screws.
Screws: +M3x8 F/Zn: P-Tight P/N 1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
2. Disconnect the cables (blue/white) from the safety switch.
3. Remove 4 mounting screws from the power supply unit.
Screws: +M3x8 F/Zn: P/N 1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
4. Remove the ground cable mounting screw.
Screw: +M4x6 F/Ni: P/N 1033025
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
5. Pull the power supply unit straight up with the inlet cover.

Caution:
When removing the power supply unit, take care not to bend or damage the bosses on
the lower case unit. When installing the power supply unit, align the power supply unit by
positioning holes with these bosses. The intake fan and its peripheral parts in the power
supply unit are susceptible to dust and dirt. When installing the power supply unit, check
the fan's cleanness and clean it if necessary.

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3.2.12 Removing the Interface Unit Assembly

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in sections 3.2.1 and 3.2.4.

Ground Cable Screw

Screws

Figure 3-21.

1. Remove the GND cable mounting screw.

Screw: +M3x6 F/Ni: P/N 1033122
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

2. Remove 2 interface unit assembly mounting screws.

Screws: +M3x8 F/Zn P-Tight: P/N1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
3. Remove the fan holding plate mounting screw.
Screw: +M3x6 F/Ni : P/N1033122
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
4. Slide the interface unit slightly inward so it does not contact the frame, before
removing it.

Caution:
When installing the interface board assembly, align the 2 positioning holes (beside the
screw holes) in the board with the bosses on the bracket before tightening the screws.

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3.2.13 Removing the Lamp Outer Housing Unit

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in sections 3.2.1 and 3.2.6.

Screws Lamp Air Guide

Figure 3-22.

Screw

Figure 3-23.

1. Remove 2 lamp air guide mounting screws to detach the lamp air guide.
Screws: +M3x8 F/Zn P-Tight: P/N 1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
2. Remove the lamp outer housing unit mounting screws and remove the lamp outer
housing unit.
Screws: +M3x8 F/Zn: P/N 1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

Caution:
The interior of the lamp outer housing is susceptible to dust, if necessary, clean it before
reinstalling it. The lamp outer housing remains hot for a while after power is turned off.
Remove the housing after it cools down completely.

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3.2.14 Removing the Adjustable Foot Unit

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in sections 3.2.1, 3.2.4, 3.2.10, and 3.2.11.

Foot
Lever

Adjustable
Foot

Figure 3-24.

Foot Compression
Lever Pin Spring

Foot
Axis

Foot Lever

Figure 3-25.

1. Turn the adjustable foot counterclockwise about 40 times to remove it.

2. While pressing the foot lever, pull the foot axis upward to remove it.
3. Slide the upper side (foot lever side) of the compression spring to remove it.
4. Remove the foot lever pin then remove the foot lever

Caution:
When installing or removing the adjustable foot unit, do not fold or peel the foot seal on
the lower case. Insert the foot lever, then replace the counter spring, and finally insert the
foot axis. When installation is complete, press the foot lever to check whether it makes a
strange noise. If it makes noise, adjust the compression spring to change the contact
point with the foot lever to eliminate the noise.

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3.2.15 Removing the Optical Block

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in sections 3.2.1, 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 3.2.10, 3.2.11,
3.2.12, and 3.2.13.

Screws

Screws

Figure 3-26.

1. Remove 4 optical block mounting screws.

Screws: +Mx14 F/Zn Bind P Tight: P/N 1021825
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
2. Pull the optical block straight up from the lower case.

Figure 3-27.

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3.2.16 Removing the Projector Lens Unit (PLU)

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in sections 3.2.1, 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 3.2.10, 3.2.11,
3.2.12, 3.2.13, and 3.2.15.

Screws

Screw
Screw

Figure 3-28.

1. Remove 4 screws securing the projector lens unit (PLU) and remove the projector lens
unit.
Screws: +M4x6 F/Zn: P/N 1004532
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

Caution:
1. When installing the projector lens unit, align the 2 bosses on the frame with the
positioning holes before tightening the screws. Tighten the screws with a torque of 6.0
kg. Do not make the screws too tight (too great a mounting torque may damage the
projector lens unit).
2. Take care not to touch the lens surface or prism of the projector lens unit with your
hands (to prevent their surface from being contaminated).

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3.2.17 Removing the Intake Fan / Optical Head Unit / Light Guide Unit

Prerequisite: Complete the steps explained in sections 3.2.1, 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 3.2.10, 3.2.11,
3.2.12, 3.2.13, and 3.2.15.

Intake Fan

Screws

Figure 3-29.

Intake fan
1. Remove 2 intake fan mounting screws and remove the intake fan.
Screws: +M4x20 F/Zn S2W1: P/N 1032848
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

Caution:
When installing the intake fan, place it label-side down (on the aluminum die-cast side)
and so that its cable is oriented as shown in the photo on the next page. Clean the intake
fan until it is free of dust and dirt.

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Optical Head Unit/Light Guide Unit

Screws

Figure 3-30.

1. Remove the mounting screw on the bottom of the optical head unit.
Screw: +M4x8 F/Zn: P/N 1024565
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
1. Remove 2 mounting screws on the top of the optical head unit before pulling the light
guide unit up straight and separating it from the optical head unit.
Screws: +M4x10 F/Zn: P/N 1022793
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch

Caution:
Do not touch the 3 light valve screens on the light guide unit with your hands, and do not
bend the FPC cable. When installing the light guide unit on the optical head unit, align
the 2 bosses (beside the screws for the light guide unit) to the holes in the optical head
unit before tightening the screws. The optical head mounting screw (M4x8) on the bottom
of the unit is different in length from the mounting screw (M4x10) on the top. Check
screw size before mounting them.

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3.2.18 Removing the Inlet Unit

Prerequisite: Complete the step explained in sections 3.2.1, 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 3.2.10, 3.2.11,
3.2.12, 3.2.13, and 3.2.15.

Screw

Figure 3-31.

1. Remove the inlet unit mounting screw.

Screw: +M3x8 F/Zn P-Tight: P/N 1021824
Mounting torque: 6.0 kg cm = 5.2 lb inch
2. Remove the cable wire from 4 clamps.
3. Pull up the board section of the inlet unit to remove the unit.

Clamps

Figure 3-32.

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3.3 Disassembling and Assembling the Remote Control Unit

The whole remote control unit is handled as a service part; its components are not
designated as service parts. So, disassemble the remote control unit only to clean its
trackball or buttons.

Figure 3-33.

Figure 3-34.

Figure 3-35.

1. Remove the battery cover from the rear panel, and remove 2 battery cells.
2. Remove 1 screw behind the battery holder.
3. While pushing up the rear cover, push the 4 hooks for the battery block in to unlock
the cover.
4. Bend the rear cover right and left to unlock the 6 hooks before removing the cover.
5. Remove 4 fixing screws to detach the board.

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4.1 Before Starting Troubleshooting Procedures
1. Before you replace a unit or block, double-check that it is actually defective. (For
example, check that cables are connected properly.)
2. Find the points you want to check by examining the flowchart, and check those items
during the troubleshooting procedure.
3. See instructions in Chapter 3, "Disassembly and Assembly," to replace projector units.
4. Before making a functional check, check connections.
5. After replacing any unit listed below, make adjustments explained in Chapter 5.

Table 4-1.
No. Name
1 Optical Unit
2 Driver board
3 Main board
4 ROM (IC304) on the main board

6. After troubleshooting, make functional checks using the image adjustment program
explained in Chapter 5, and verify that the problem has been solved.

4.1.1 Tools and Accessories Required for Troubleshooting

Tools and accessories required for projector troubleshooting (including fault isolation) are
listed below.

Table 4-2.
Name Quantity Use / Remarks
Projector screen 1 To project images
Ruler (10 feet, 3 m) 1 To measure the projection distance
Small-size mirror 1 To check the optical axis (digital mirror or round mirror with a
diameter of approx. 2 cm)
Host computer 1 To supply test patterns (PC-compatible)
Color display 1 To manipulate and display on host computer
Video equipment 1 To test source 2 (video input) (video deck, video camera, etc.)
External speaker unit 1 To test voice output (with audio cable terminals)
Test program diskette 1 To adjust image quality
Multimeter 1 To measure resistances and voltages (AC/DC)
Tool set 1 set Tools and accessories listed in Section 3.1
Illuminometer 1 To measure illuminance
Color meter (chronometer) 1 To measure R, G, and B components

4.1.2 Field Replacement Parts

For a list of parts that may need be replaced during troubleshooting, such as boards,
cases, plates, and screws, refer to the parts list in the appendix of this manual.

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4.2 First Action

Follow the flowchart below before starting to troubleshoot projector problems, and
proceed to the pertinent detailed flowchart (given on the next and subsequent pages).
START

If you cannot isolate

Yes
problem, can you
Is there a cosmetic Yes Replace the part reproduce error?
problem, such as case, using the
handle, or projector lens? No
instructions in
Chapter 3. * Check the operating
No
environment
Ensure cables are (temperature and
connected correctly for condensation) and AC
interface and internal input power.
cables. Reconnect cable
if necessary. * Try to replace input
devices (host computer
and video equipment)
and their cables.
Yes Go to “System
LED display or fan
Initialization.”
(heat/exhaust) problem?

No

Yes
Light source lamp or test
Go to “Display
screen display problem?
Mode.”

No

Yes Go to “Video
Host computer or video
Display Mode.”
display problem?

* The problem may be

No
attributable to static
electricity. Check to
Host computer or video Yes
Go to “Audio ensure that power cords
audio problem?
Mode.” to the projector and input
devices are grounded
No
properly.
Yes * Reconnect the interface
Projection image quality Go to “Image cables and internal
problem? Quality.” cables.
No * If the problem still
Yes persists, try replacing the
Remote control Go to “Remote main board, driver board,
problem? Control.” and interface unit.
No

Yes
RS-232C interface Go to RS-232C
problem? Control.

Figure 4-1.

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START SYSTEM INITIALIZATION

Turn on power.

YES YES
Does the projector have power Do the fans work? Is lamp indicator YES Go to
(POWER LED is lit)? normal? “Display
Mode.”
NO NO NO

Reconnect the cable between Check CN502 and CN503 Check CN505 connection on
the control panel and main connection on the main board the main board. Is it OK?
board. and on the driver board.
NO

Does the POWER LED Do the fans work now? Is lamp indicator normal
light now? now?
YES YES YES

NO NO NO

Check fuses FU500 to 505 on If fuse FU501 is blown on the Replace the driver board.
the main board, and if bad, main board, replace
replace the main board. the main board.
NO

Does the POWER LED Do the fans work now? Is lamp indicator normal
light now? now?
YES YES YES

NO NO NO

Replace the control panel. Replace fans. Replace the main board.

Does the POWER LED Do fans work now? YES

light now?
YES
NO NO

Replace the ROM (IC304) Replace the main board.

on the main board.

Does the POWER LED Replace the power supply.

light now?
YES
NO

After you replace the main

board, does the POWER
LED light? YES
NO

Figure 4-2.

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START DISPLAY MODE

(System Init is OK.)

YES YES YES

Does the lamp light? Does the screen appear? Does the menu key work Go to
normally? “Video
(Menu screen appears.) Display
NO NO Mode.”
NO
Replace the lamp. Check CN850, 900, 950
connections on the driver board. Replace the main board.

Does the lamp light now? Does the screen appear

Does the menu key work
now? normally now?
YES YES

NO NO

Replace the safety switch on Reconnect the main board NO

the lamp’s outer housing. and driver board.
Replace the driver board.

NO

Does the lamp light now? Does the screen appear

now?
YES YES

NO

Replace the driver board. Replace F600 on the driver

board.
YES

Does the lamp light now? Does the screen appear

now?
YES YES
NO NO

Replace the power supply Check fuses F600 to F602

on the driver board. If blown
replace driver board.

Does the screen appear

now?
YES
NO

Replace the driver board.

YES
Does screen appear now?

NO

Replace the main board.

Figure 4-3.

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START Video Display Mode

(Display Mode is OK.)

Check the projector with YES Is loop throughput YES Is video input OK? YES Does the Brightness YES
a PC. Is PC input OK? OK? control work with the
video menu?
NO NO NO
NO
Reconnect CN100 and Replace the main Replace the main
CN101 on the main board. board. board. Replace the driver
board.

Is PC input OK now? Is loop throughput Is video input OK Does the Brightness

OK now? now? control work with the
YES YES
YES video menu now? YES
NO NO NO
NO
Replace the main board. Replace the driver board. Replace the driver
board. Replace the main
board.

Is PC input OK now? Is video input OK Go to “Audio Mode.”

now?
YES YES

NO NO

Replace the driver Replace the

board. interface unit.

Is PC input OK now?

YES
NO

Replace the interface

unit.

Figure 4-4.

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START Audio Mode

(Video is OK.)

YES YES Does the volume YES

Is speaker output OK? Is audio out OK? Go to “Picture Quality.”
adjustment work
with the remote
control?
NO NO NO

Reconnect CN400 on the Reconnect CN501 on Replace the remote

main board. the main board. control.

Is speaker output OK Is audio out OK now? Does the volume

now? work now?
YES YES YES

NO NO NO

Replace the speaker. Replace the interface Replace the main

unit. board.

Is speaker output OK
now?
YES

NO

Check fuse FU501 on the

main board. If blown,
replace main board.

Is speaker output OK
now?
YES
NO

Replace the main board.

Is speaker output OK?

YES
NO

Replace interface unit.

Figure 4-5.

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START Picture Quality

(Audio is OK.)

YES
NO NO NO Is the white balance
Is there an intermittent Are there ghosts? Is there any flicker?
sync signal problem? OK?

YES YES NO
YES

Replace the driver board. Replace the driver Adjust flicker. Adjust the white
board. balance.

Is there still an Are there still ghosts? Is there still Is the white balance
intermittent sync signal flicker? OK now?
problem? NO NO NO NO

YES YES YES YES

Replace the main board. Replace the main Replace the driver Replace the driver
board board. board.

Can you still see Is the white balance

Is there flicker?
ghosts? OK?
NO NO
NO
YES YES YES

Replace the optical Replace the optical Replace the optical

block unit. block unit. block unit.

NO

Go to “Function 1.”

Figure 4-6.

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Remote Control
START
(Picture quality is OK.)

YES
Does the wireless remote Do all buttons work? Good control.
control work? (Functions OK.)

NO NO

Replace the batteries. Replace the remote

control unit. Does the
new one work?
NO

Does wireless remote Do any buttons work? YES

control work now?
YES

NO NO

Reconnect CN600 on the Replace the main

main board. board.

Does the wireless remote

control work now?
YES

NO

Replace the receptor

board.

Does the wireless

remote control
work now? YES
NO

Replace the main board.

Figure 4-7.

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5.1 Image Adjustment Program

This program diskette contains the adjustment functions in the table below.

Table 5-1.
Number Image adjustment program function
1 Flicker adjustment using a 16-level grayscale pattern
2 Ghost adjustment using a vertical stripe pattern
3 Sub contrast (tint) adjustment using a 16-level grayscale
pattern

To run this program, set up a host computer and monitor, and connect them to the
projector using a computer cable and an RS-232C cable. Insert the image adjustment
program diskette in the diskette drive, and run the program. A menu appears. Select the
menu options and program the settings into the flash ROM on the projector’s main board.

Monitor cable

Computer cable

RS-232C
cable
Diskette Monitor
Projector Host
Computer

Figure 5-1.

5.1.1 When to Use the Image Adjustment Program

The table below lists conditions that require adjustments in the image adjustment
program.

Table 5-2.
Condition Adjustment
Flicker adjustment
Optical block replacement Ghost adjustment
Sub contrast adjustment
Flash ROM replacement
Main board replacement

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After completing the focus alignment, you should use the image adjustment program to
obtain the best display quality. This program specify the electrical parameters in order to
obtain best display quality.

5.1.2 Running the Program

The image adjustment program is supplied on an MS-DOS diskette. Follow the

messages in the image adjustment program as you select menu options.

When menu options 1 through 4 are executed, the image adjustment program transfers
the adjusted settings to the projector’s RAM via the RS-232C interface. Unless you save
these settings, they are lost and invalid when the projector is restarted. Therefore, once
you make adjustments in the image adjustment program, choose menu option 5, "Data
Transfer," to program settings into the projector’s flash ROM.

* Do not use menu option 6 (standard data transfer) unless specifically told to do so.

Start image Choose menu Choose menu END

adjustment option 0; then 1 to 6 option 5 (Data
program (Adjustments) Transfer)

Figure 5-2

1. Place the screen about 8 feet (2.4 m) away from the projector.
2. Turn on the projector and host computer.
3. Adjust the focus ring on the projector so that the projected image on the screen is in
focus. Use the zoom ring to set the screen projection size to 60 inches.

Start-up Procedure

Windows 95 system
1. Insert the image adjustment program diskette into the diskette drive.
2. Select the My computer from the initial computer display.
3. Be sure the screen displays My computer. Then select the 3.5 inch FD(A:) icon.
4. Make sure the screen displays an RS353AS folder, then select it.
5. Make sure the screen displays a AS6 folder, then select it.
6. Make sure the screen displays an RS353ASE.EXE file, then select it.

MS-DOS or Windows 3.1 system

1. Make sure the computer screen displays the C:\> prompt. If Windows 3.1 is
running, select the MS-DOS prompt from the Program Manager or exit Windows
and display the C:\> prompt. (If the C:\WINDOWS> prompt appears on the screen
instead of C:\>, type CD\ then press Enter.)

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2. Type A:, then press Enter (C:\>A: Enter).

3. Make sure the A:\> prompt appears on the computer screen.
4. Type CD RS353AS; then press Enter (A:\> CD RS353AS Enter).
5. Make sure the A:\RS353AS> prompt appears on the computer screen.
6. Type CD AS6; then press Enter (A:\RS353AS>CD AS6 Enter)
7. Make sure A:\RS353AS\AS6> appears on the screen.
8. Type RS353ASE then press Enter (A:\RS353AS\AS6>RS353ASE Enter)

Image Adjustment Program Menu

After the program starts, the following display appears on the computer screen.

LCP Image Adjustment RS-353 Ver 2.10 SEIKO EPSON

0 Initialization
1 Flicker Adjustment
2 Ghost Adjustment
3 Sub Contrast Adjustment
4 Data Transfer
5
6
7
8
9 END

Select the number [1-9]

Figure 5-3.
0. Initialization

Type 0. The message “SET LCP COMMUNICATION MODE” appears on the computer
screen after you select this menu. Then, the program feeds data automatically into the
registers for gamma registration. The projector displays the red, green, and blue
grayscale patterns to allow you to adjust flicker, ghosts, and contrast.

1. Flicker Adjustment

1. Type 1 from the main menu to adjust the flicker.

2. Make sure the projector displays the 16-level red-scale pattern at the top of the
screen. (Dark patterns appear on the left side; brighter patterns on the right side.)

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***Flicker Adjustment***
COLOR RED
Change data using arrow key.
Left Arrow Key: down Right Arrow Key: up
Select Enter Key: set

Figure 5-4.

3. Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the value by one. Find the display with
the minimum flicker.
* When you press the left arrow key, an adjustment value from "0(00) to 64(40)"
appears in the lower left corner of the screen.
4. Press Enter, and a 16-level green-scale pattern should appear on the projector
screen.
5. Just as in step 3, find the display with the minimum flicker.
6. Press Enter, and a 16-level blue-scale pattern should appear on the projector
screen.
7. Just as in step 3, find the display state with the minimum flicker.

2. Ghost Adjustment

1. Type 2 from the main menu to eliminate ghosts.

2. Make sure the projector displays the 16-level red-scale pattern section at the top of
the screen. (Dark patterns appear on the left side; brighter patterns on the right side.)

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adjustment menu

Figure 5-5.

3. Use the right and left arrow keys to make the border line between each block in the
pattern thinnest (least overlap in border lines, or no ghost image to the left or right of
the border lines).
* When you press the left arrow key, an adjustment value from 0 to 3 appears in the
lower left corner of the screen.
4. Press Enter, and a 16-level green-scale pattern should appear on the screen.
5. Just as in step 3, adjust the image so the border line of each pattern appears
thinnest.
6. Press Enter, and a 16-level blue-scale pattern should appear on the screen.
7. Just as in step 3, adjust the image so the border line of each pattern appears
thinnest.

3. Sub Contrast Adjustment

1. Type 3 from the main menu to adjust the contrast.

2. Make sure the projector displays the 16-level red-scale pattern section at the top of
the screen. (Dark patterns appear on the left side; brighter patterns on the right side.)

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adjustment menu

Figure 5-6.

3. Use the right and left arrow keys to adjust the image so that the two patterns on the
right side are brightest and are of equal intensity.
* When you press the left arrow key, an adjustment value from "0(00) to 64(40)"
appears in the lower left corner of the screen.
4. Press Enter, and a 16-level green-scale pattern should appear on the screen.
5. Just as in step 3, adjust so that the two blocks on the right are brightest.
6. Press Enter, and a 16-level blue-scale pattern should appear on the screen.
7. Just as in step 3, adjust so that the two right blocks are brightest.
8. Press Enter, and the following message appears on the screen:

Are you sure? [Y/N]

9. Look at the white balance on the screen. If the hue of 16-level grayscale pattern
seems reddish, greenish, or bluish, you must type N and run the sub-contrast
adjustment again. If the white balance is satisfactory, type Y.
10. Use the eighth raster in the 16-grayscale pattern on the projection screen to check
the white balance. Type Y if the sub contrast adjustment is satisfactory. Type N to
rerun the sub contrast adjustment.
11. Check for the brightest raster in 16-level grayscale pattern. Put a color meter on the
projector screen, and measure the chromatophore X and Y. Then plot a
measurement value on the diagram below. The plot point should be in the range A-B-
C-D of the diagram. If the point is out of range, you should type N, and redo steps 3
to 11. Type Y if the sub contrast adjustment is satisfactory. Type N to rerun the sub
contrast adjustment.

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Figure 5-7.

4. Data Transfer

This menu option writes the settings into the projector’s flash ROM. The values you have
set will not be saved in the projector unless you execute this menu step. Be sure to run
this menu option after making any adjustment with the image adjustment program.

1. Type 4, from the main menu for Data transfer.

2. Make sure the top line of following messages appear on the monitor screen.

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Create New HEX file? [Y/N]

File Name: 004
File Name: 00400000.gam

00400000.gam Data Transfer

<<Flash ROM download program>>
Port: COM1
Baud Rate: 9600bps
Parity: None
Stop Bit: 1
Data Length: 8
Download Area: GAMMA
GAMMA File: 00400000.GAM
Are you sure? [Y/N] Y
Flash download was successful.

Figure 5-8.

3. Type Y if all settings are OK. The image adjustment program starts writing values
into the projector’s flash ROM. Type N to bring back the main menu and rerun
adjustments.

9. End

Type 9 to terminate the image adjustment program. The A:\> prompt will appear on the
computer screen.

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Table A-1. ELP-3500 Parts List
Figure Description Mfr. Part Min. Qty Specification
Ref. No. No. PO
1 Lower Case Unit 1031084 8
1-1 Lower Case 1031085 10
1-1-1 Foot Rubber 1031057 10
1-1-2 Lamp Cover Unit 1031113 10
1-2 Mini Clamp 1033021 10
1-3 Shield Sheet 1033649 10
1-4 Shield Gasket 1033650 10
1-5 Foot Lever R 1031088 10
1-6 Foot Lever L 1031089 10
1-7 Foot Lever Pin 1031090 10
1-8 Foot Spring 1031091 10
1-9 Foot Axis 1031092 10
1-10 Foot Adjuster 1031093 10
1-11 Foot Sheet 1033226 10
1-12 Inlet Unit 1031094 1
1-13 Air Filter Frame Unit 1031275 10
1-14 Shield Cushion A 1033619 100
1-15 Shield Cushion B 1033620 100
2 Power Supply Block 2022610 1
2-1 Power Supply Unit 2022611 1
2-2 Ballast Circuit Assembly 2022612
2-3 SCI Cable 2023104 10
2-4 Receptor Board Block 2022614 1
2-5 Receptor Board Block Fixing Screw 1033122 100 3xs F/Ni
3 Lamp Connect B Fixing Screw 1021824 100 3x8 F/Zn
4 Inlet Board Fixing Screw 1021824 100 3x8 F/Zn
5 Power Supply Unit Fixing Screw 1021824 100 3x8 F/Zn
6 Interface Unit 1031100 1
6-1 Interface Unit Fixing Screw 1021824 100 3x8 F/Zn
7 Optical Head Block 1033014 1
7-1-10-4 Thermo Sensor Assembly 1033918 10
7-1-10-5 Sensor Frame Fixing Screw 1033919 10
7-1-11 Light Valve Block Fixing Screw 1021821 100 S2W2 2.5x6 F/Zn
7-1-12 Cooling Fan 2022984 1
7-1-13 Cooling Fan Fixing Screw 1032848 100 S2W1 4x20 F/Zn
7-1-14 Projector Lens Unit 1033235 1
7-1-14-1 Lens Cap 1031519 10
7-1-15 Projector Lens Unit Fixing Screw 1004532 100 4x6 F/Zn

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Figure Description Mfr. Part Min. Qty Specification
Ref. No. No. PO
7-5 Lamp Outer Housing 1031104 10
7-6 Lamp Outer Housing Fixing Screw 1021824 100 3x8 F/Zn
7-7 Lamp Inner Housing 1031106 1
7-8 Driver Board Assembly 3001950 1
7-9 Board Fixing Nat 1031552 10 SQ-12
8 Light Guide Block Fixing Screw 1021825 100 4x14 F/Zn
9 Lamp Air Guide 1032847 10 3x8 F/Zn
10 Lamp Air Guide Fixing Screw 1021824 100
11 Safety Switch 2024036 10
12 Safety Switch Fixing Screw 1021824 100 3x8 F/Zn
13 Exhaust Fan 2022985 1
14 Fan Hold Plate 1031280 10
15 Exhaust Fan Fixing Screw 1022793 100 4x1 0 F/Zn
16 Fan Hold Plate Fixing Screw 1021824 100 3x8 F/Zn
17 Fan Hold Plate Fixing Screw 1033122 100 3x6 F/Ni
18 Main Board Assembly 3001944 1
19 Main Board Fixing Screw 1033122 100 3x6 F/Ni
20 Main Board Fixing Screw 1021823 100 3x12 F/Zn
21 GND Cable Fixing Screw 1033025 100 4x6 F/Ni
22 B. To B. Connector A 2023248 10
23 B. To B. Connector B 2023249 10
24 ROM 3002000 10
25 GND Plate 1033225 10
26 GND Plate Fixing Screw 1033122 100 3x6 F/Ni
27 FG Mesh 2023824 10
28 Upper Case Unit 1031108 1
28-1 Upper Case 1033022 10
28-2 Remote Control Receptor Filter 1031111 10
28-3 Clip Nat 1031547 100
28-4 Speaker 2022618 10
28-5 Speaker Sheet 1033023 10
28-6 Speaker Fixing Screw 1021824 100 3x8 F/Zn
28-7 Speaker Cable 2022619 10
28-8 Control Panel 1031110 1
28-10 Shield Cushion C 1033621 100
28-11 Shield Cushion D 1033622 100
29 Handle 1031112 10
30 Case Fixing Screw A 1033026 100 4x8 F/ZB
31 Case Fixing Screw B 1021823 100 3x12 F/Zn
32 Handle Holder 1021809 10 J003
33 Logotype Plate 1033024 10
34 Carton Box Set 5005328 10
35 Lower Pad 5005330 10
36 Upper Pad 5005331 10

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Table A-1. ELP-3500 Parts List (Continued)

Figure Description Mfr. Part Min. Qty Specification
Ref. No. No. PO
37 Accessory Box 5005332 10
38 Accessory Holder 5005333 10
39 Polyvinyl Bag 5004108 100
40 Soft Bag 5003353 100
41 Slip Sheet 4006219 100
42 UPC Code Label 1031070 10
43 Caution Label A (Lamp Exchange) 1031922 10
44 Caution Label B (Never Look) 1026335 10
45 Caution Label C (Don’t Open) 1026265 10
46 Caution Label D 1031432 10
47 Road Service Sticker 1026940 10
48 Energy Star Label 1028991 10
49 Patent No. Seal 7540540 10
50 User’s Manual Set 4006222 10
51 Seal Set 1031075 10
52 AC Power Cable 2017328 10
53 AV Cable 2016048 10
54 Remote Control 1031082 10
55 Mac Adapter 2023095 10
56 Computer Cable 2022604 10
57 Mouse Cable Set 2023724 10

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