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EIP-2600
EIP-250
EIP-2600
OWNER’S MANUAL
EIKI INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
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IMPORTANT
• For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your
Projector,  please  record  the  Model  and  Serial  Number
located  on  the  bottom  of  the  projector  and  retain  this
information.
• Before recycling the packaging, please ensure that you
have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly against
the list of “Supplied accessories” on page 10.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.
The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporating a 10A
fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse marked 
 or 
and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin face of the plug, must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug supplied,
cut off the mains plug and fit an appropriate type.
DANGER:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed immediately and
disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A socket outlet, as a
serious electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:
WARNING:
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yellow
Blue
Brown
: Earth
: Neutral
: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
• The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol 
 or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N
or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured red.
IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian
and Portuguese. Carefully read through the operation instructions before operating the projector.
Die mitgelieferte CD-ROM enthält Bedienungsanleitungen in Englisch, Deutsch, Französisch, Spanisch,
Italienisch und Portugiesisch. Bitte lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung vor der Verwendung des Projektors
sorgfältig durch.
Le CD-ROM fourni contient les instructions de fonctionnement en anglais, allemand, français,
espagnol, italien et portugais. Veuillez lire attentivement ces instructions avant de faire fonctionner le
projecteur.
El CD-ROM suministrado contiene instrucciones de operación en inglés, alemán, francés, español,
italiano y portugués. Lea cuidadosamente las instrucciones de operación antes de utilizar el proyector.
Il CD-ROM in dotazione contiene istruzioni per l’uso in inglese, tedesco, francese, spagnolo, italiano
e portoghese. Leggere attentamente le istruzioni per l’uso prima di usare il proiettore.
O CD-ROM fornecido contém instruções de operação em Inglês, Alemão, Francês, Espanhol, Italiano e
Português. Leia cuidadosamente todas as instruções de operação antes de operar o projetor.
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Before using the projector, please read this owner’s manual carefully.
Introduction
1. WARRANTY
ENGLISH
This is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts, service and labor
warranty applicable to your purchase.
2. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT
To ensure that you will promptly receive any safety notification of inspection, modification,
or recall that EIKI may be required to give under the 1972 Consumer Product Safety Act,
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT “LIMITED WARRANTY” CLAUSE.
U.S.A. ONLY
WARNING: High brightness light source. Do not stare into the beam of light, or view
directly. Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the
beam of light.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
See bottom of projector.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS
EXCEPT SPECIFIED USER
SERVICE SCREW.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT LAMP UNIT.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-
bol, within an equilateral triangle, is in-
tended to alert the user to the presence
of  uninsulated  “dangerous  voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk or electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle
is  intended  to  alert  the  user  to  the
presence  of  important  operating  and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product.
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and lamp containing a small amount
of  mercury.  Disposal  of  these  materials  may  be  regulated  due  to
environmental  considerations.  For  disposal  or  recycling  information,
please contact your local authorities, the Electronics Industries Alliance:
www.eiae.org, the lamp recycling organization www.lamprecycle.org,
or 1-800-242-3454.
U.S.A. ONLY
Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement
See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 52.
Authorized representative responsible for the European Union Community Market
EIKI Deutschland GmbH
Am Frauwald 12, 65510 Idstein
E.U. ONLY
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WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
U.S.A. ONLY
For EIP-2600
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device,  pursuant  to  Part  15  of  the  FCC  Rules.  These  limits  are  designed  to  provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the owner’s manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
U.S.A. ONLY
The enclosed computer cable must be used with the device. The cable is provided to
ensure that the device complies with FCC Class A verification.
U.S.A. ONLY
WARNING:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
For EIP-250
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device,  pursuant  to  Part  15  of  the  FCC  Rules.  These  limits  are  designed  to  provide
reasonable  protection  against  harmful  interference  in  a  residential  installation.  This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the owner’s manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.  However,  there  is  no  guarantee  that  interference  will  not  occur  in  a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 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 the 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.
U.S.A. ONLY
Declaration of conformity
EIKI PROJECTOR, MODEL EIP-250
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept  any  interference  received,  including  interference  that  may  cause  undesired
operation.
Responsible Party:
EIKI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
30251 Esperanza Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688-2132
TEL: 800-242-3454
U.S.A. ONLY
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How to Read this Owner’s Manual
■ The specifications are slightly different, depending on the model. However, you can connect and
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operate all models in the same manner.
In this owner’s manual, the illustration and the screen display are simplified for explanation, and
may differ slightly from the actual display. The examples used throughout this manual are based
on the EIP-2600 model.
Using the Menu Screen
ENTER button
Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q)
MENU/HELP button
ENTER button
Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
RETURN button
• Press RETURN to return
to the previous screen
when the menu is
displayed.
MENU/HELP button
Menu Selections (Adjustments)
Example: Adjusting “Bright”.
• This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector.
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Press MENU/HELP.
• The  “Picture”  menu  screen  for  the  se-
lected input mode is displayed.
Example: “Picture” screen menu for
COMPUTER (RGB) input
(EIP-2600)
Press Q or O and select “Picture”
to adjust.
Menu item
Picture
SCR - ADJ
PRJ - ADJ
Help
Picture Mode
Contrast
Bright
Red
Blue
CLR Temp
BrilliantColorTM
C.M.S. Setting
C.M.S.
DNR
Lamp Setting
Reset
SEL./ADJ.
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
Standard
On
Off
Bright
ENTER
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Buttons used in
this operation
Button  used  in
this step
On-screen
display
Info ........Indicates safeguards for using the projector.
Note.........Indicates additional information for setting up and operating the
projector.
For Future Reference
Maintenance
P. 49
Troubleshooting
PP. 63 and 64
Index
P. 67
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Contents
Preparing
Introduction
How to Read this Owner’s Manual ....... 3
Contents ............................................... 4
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............... 6
How to Access the PDF Owner’s
Manuals .............................................. 9
Accessories ........................................ 10
Part Names and Functions ................. 11
Projector ............................................... 11
Rear View ............................................. 12
Inserting the Batteries .......................... 14
Usable Range ...................................... 15
Quick Start
Quick Start .......................................... 16
Setup and Projection ............................ 16
Setup
Setting up the Projector ...................... 18
Setting up the Projector ....................... 18
Standard Setup (Front Projection) ....... 18
Ceiling-mount Setup ............................ 18
Projection (PRJ) Mode ......................... 19
Screen Size and Projection Distance .. 20
Connections
Connecting the Projector to
Other Equipment .............................. 21
Controlling the Projector by
a Computer ....................................... 24
Connecting the Power Cord ............... 24
Using
Basic Operation
Turning the Projector On/Off .............. 25
Turning the Projector on ....................... 25
Turning the Power off (Putting the
Projector into Standby Mode) ........... 25
Image Projection ................................. 26
About the Setup Guide ........................ 26
Adjusting the Projected Image ............ 26
Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion ........ 28
Switching the Input Mode .................... 29
Adjusting the Volume ........................... 29
Displaying the Black Screen and
Turning off the Sound Temporarily .... 29
Resize Mode ......................................... 30
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Useful Features
Operating with the Remote Control .... 32
Displaying and Setting the
Break Timer ........................................ 32
Displaying the Pointer .......................... 32
Using the Spot Function ...................... 32
Switching the Eco+Quiet Mode ........... 32
Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) ..... 33
Freezing a Moving Image .................... 33
Selecting the Picture Mode .................. 33
Displaying an Enlarged Portion of
an Image ............................................ 33
Using the Remote Control as the
Wireless Computer Mouse ................ 34
Menu Items ......................................... 35
Using the Menu Screen ...................... 38
Menu Selections (Adjustments) ........... 38
Picture Adjustment (“Picture” Menu) ... 40
Selecting the Picture Mode .................. 40
Adjusting the Image ............................. 41
Adjusting the Color Temperature ......... 41
Adjusting the Colors ............................. 41
Progressive ........................................... 42
Reducing Image Noise (DNR) ............. 42
Lamp Setting ........................................ 42
Adjusting the Projector Image
(“SCR - ADJ” Menu) ......................... 43
Setting the Resize Mode ...................... 43
Adjusting the Image Position ............... 43
Keystone Correction ............................ 43
Setting the On-screen Display ............. 43
Closed Caption .................................... 44
Selecting the Background Image ........ 44
Selecting the Setup Guide ................... 44
Reversing/Inverting Projected
Images ............................................... 44
Selecting the On-screen Display
Language ........................................... 44
Adjusting the Projector Function
(“PRJ - ADJ” Menu) .......................... 45
Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) ..... 45
Auto Power Off Function ...................... 45
Auto Restart Function .......................... 45
STANDBY Mode ................................... 45
Setting the Confirmation Sound
(System Sound) ................................. 45
Speaker Setting .................................... 45
Audio Input (EIP-2600 only) ................. 46
Selecting the Transmission Speed
(RS-232C) .......................................... 46
Fan Mode Setting ................................. 46
System Lock Function .......................... 46
Checking the Lamp Life Status ........... 47
Keylock Function .................................. 47
Troubleshooting with the
“Help” Menu ...................................... 48
Utilizing the “Help” Menu Functions .... 48
Reference
Appendix
Maintenance ....................................... 49
Maintenance Indicators ...................... 50
Regarding the Lamp ........................... 52
Lamp ..................................................... 52
Caution Concerning the Lamp ............ 52
Replacing the Lamp ............................. 52
Removing and Installing the
Lamp Unit .......................................... 53
Resetting the Lamp Timer .................... 54
Connecting Pin Assignments ............. 55
RS-232C Specifications and
Commands ....................................... 57
Computer Compatibility Chart ............ 62
Troubleshooting .................................. 63
Specifications ..................................... 65
Dimensions ......................................... 66
Index ................................................... 67
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product
and save these instructions for later use.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered
and manufactured to assure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN
POTENTIAL  ELECTRICAL  SHOCK  OR  FIRE  HAZARDS.  In  order  not  to  defeat  the
safeguards incorporated in this product, observe the following basic rules for its installation,
use and servicing.
11. Power Sources
This product should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the marking label. If
you  are  not  sure  of  the  type  of  power  supply  to
your  home,  consult  your  product  dealer  or  local
power company. For products intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization
This product is provided with one of the following
types of plugs. If the plug should fail to fit into the
power outlet, please contact your electrician.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
a. Two-wire type (mains) plug.
b. Three-wire grounding type (mains) plug with a
grounding terminal.
This plug will only fit into a grounding type power
outlet.
13. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed  upon  or  against  them,  paying  particular
attention  to  cords  at  plugs,  convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
product.
14. Lightning
For  added  protection  for  this  product  during  a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the cable system. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning
and power-line surges.
15. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
17. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous  voltage  or  other  hazards.  Refer  all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The  safety  and  operating  instructions  should  be
retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings
All  warnings  on  the  product  and  in  the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions
All  operating  and  use  instructions  should  be
followed.
5. Cleaning
Unplug  this  product  from  the  wall  outlet  before
cleaning.  Do  not  use  liquid  cleaners  or  aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water–for example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool;
and the like.
8. Accessories
Do  not  place  this  product  on  an  unstable  cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious  damage  to  the  product.  Use  only  with  a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting  of  the  product  should  follow  the
manufacturer’s  instructions,  and  should  use  a
mounting  accessory  recommended  by  the
manufacturer.
9. Transportation
A  product  and  cart
combination  should  be
moved  with  care.  Quick
stops, excessive force, and
uneven  surfaces  may
cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation  to  ensure  reliable  operation  of  the
product  and  to  protect  it  from  overheating,  and
these openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This product should not be placed in a
built-in  installation  such  as  a  bookcase  or  rack
unless  proper  ventilation  is  provided  or  the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
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