Are you wondering if your Epson projector has an IP address? Do you want to learn how to use it? We have answers to your questions.
An IP address is a series of numbers separated by periods that identify a location on a network. It enables your projector to connect remotely to a local area network (LAN).
In this article, we’ll show you how to locate the IP address for your Epson projector, how to change it, and how to set up your projector on a network.
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Do All Epson Projectors Have an IP Address?
All current Epson projector models come with LAN connectivity options.
LAN connectivity means that they can generate IP addresses and access peer-to-peer networks with the appropriate settings in place.
Network connections are perfect for displaying images and projecting presentation slides without the clutter or video cables.
On your Epson projector, the LAN may assign IP addresses automatically. If this isn’t the case, you can set it yourself manually.
First, let’s find the IP address on your Epson projector.
How to Find the IP Address for an Epson Projector
Are you stuck with wired connections because you can’t find your projector’s IP address? Let’s fix that.
To make sure we’re all caught up, this is what an IP address looks like: (192.168.1.1.)
Some projectors automatically display the LAN window and IP address on the screen when turned on.
If your projector doesn’t display the LAN window automatically, here are a few steps to help you find your IP address:
Step 1: Plug the projector’s power cable into a power outlet.
Step 2: Turn on your Epson projector.
Step 3: Create or access a local area network by doing either of these:
- Turn on the Wireless Mode feature
- Install a Wireless LAN Module
- Connect an Ethernet cable from the projector’s LAN port to a network hub or router
Step 4: Press the LAN button on your projector’s remote controller.
Automatically, your screen will display the LAN window and your IP address.
Step 5: Press the LAN button again to clear the LAN window.
Note: This process only works if your Epson projector’s network automatically assigns IP addresses.
How Do I Change the IP Address on My Epson Projector?
New users and subscribers are often assigned automatic IP addresses. However, you can change your allocated IP address.
1. Reasons for Changing an IP Address
Changing a projector’s IP address may be a matter of personal preference or absolute necessity.
Here are a few reasons to change the IP address of your Epson projector:
- The current generated or configured address is invalid. It may be a static IP address in the wrong numeric range.
- A malfunctioning router keeps generating addresses already being used by another device on the network.
- To personalize your IP address and restrict access to the network to certain people.
Nonetheless, if you’re on an advanced network set-up at work or anywhere else, it’s best to get permission before changing the IP address.
Below is a step-by-step guide on how to change your projector IP address.
2. Steps to Change the IP Address on Your Epson Projector
Step 1: Connect your Ethernet cable to a network and the other end to the projector’s LAN port.
Step 2: Turn on the projector.
Step 3: Press the Menu button to display the menu options tray.
Step 4: Scroll down and select Network > Network Configuration > Wired LAN.
Step 5: Go to the DHCP setting and change it to OFF. You must turn it off before you can enter any network settings.
Step 6: Use the Up and Down arrow buttons to change the IP address values.
You can also use the numeric buttons on the remote controller to input the IP address values.
Step 7: You may also change the subnet mask and gateway address if necessary. Use the arrow buttons as needed.
Step 8: After changing the values, press Enter and follow the onscreen instructions to save your settings.
Note: The process is the same when connecting wirelessly without an Ethernet cable.
Just plug in your Wireless LAN Module. In the Network Configuration settings, go to Wireless LAN.
How to Set Up Your Projector on a Network
Do you have a group presentation in the office and you want to avoid the clutter and limitations of video cables?
You can connect your projector and computer(s) to a network. It may seem like a complicated task, but it isn’t.
You can connect your projector to a network in two ways:
- Wirelessly
- With an Ethernet cable.
Some projectors come with a CD containing the iProjection Network software, and you can also download it yourself. It allows single or multiple users to connect with and share content to Epson projectors over IP addresses.
Install the software on your computer and create a shortcut for easy access before connecting both devices.
1. How to Set Up Your Projector on a Wired Network
This option is excellent for office set-ups, but it has its limitations. You have to connect your projector and computer(s) to the available network access point.
Step 1: Use an Ethernet cable to connect the projector to a network jack.
Step 2: Power on the projector.
Step 3: To set up your LAN connection, go to Menu > Network > Network Configuration > Wired LAN > Connection Mode.
Step 4: Select your desired connection mode.
- Quick Mode allows a direct connection to a computer
- Advanced Mode allows a network of multiple users.
Step 5: Press Esc to exit Menu.
How to Connect Your Computer
Step 1: Press the LAN or Source buttons to set the projector’s input source to LAN and display the IP address.
Step 2: Connect your computer to the same network via a network jack.
Step 3: Launch the iProjection network software on your computer.
Step 4: Select the connection mode that matches your projector’s settings.
Step 5: Search for available projectors.
Step 6: Choose your projector from the listed options.
Step 7: If your projector isn’t listed, select Other. Manually input the projector’s IP address in the given field.
Step 8: Approve the prompt to connect to the projector.
The projector screen will appear as an additional display on your computer. You can change the display mode to suit your preference.
Note: If the network has a wireless access point, you can wirelessly connect your computer to the projector.
2. How to Set Up Your Projector on a Wireless Network
Wireless LAN connections work for two kinds of Epson projectors: projectors with built-in wireless connectivity and Wireless Enabled projectors.
If your Epson projector has built-in wireless connectivity, turn on Wireless Mode and proceed to connect your devices.
Wireless Enabled projectors require an (802.11 b/g/n supported) Wireless LAN Module.
The Wireless LAN Module is a network adapter plugged into the USB-A port. The adapter allows the projector to connect to available wireless networks.
Some projectors come with this module, while others don’t. You can purchase one yourself.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: Turn on your projector.
Step 2: Connect the wireless LAN module to enable a wireless connection.
Step 3: Go to Menu > Network > Network Configuration > Wireless LAN > Connection Mode.
Step 4: Select the Quick option to connect directly to a computer, or select Advanced to connect multiple devices.
Step 5: Press Esc to exit the Wireless LAN settings menu.
How to Connect your Computer
Step 1: Press the LAN button on the projector remote to switch the input source to LAN.
Step 2: Turn on the computer’s WiFi.
Step 3: Launch the installed Epson iProjection on your computer.
Step 4: Select the connection mode that matches your projector’s network and press OK.
Step 5: Search for the projector using either the automatic or manual search options.
Step 6: Select your projector from the displayed results.
Once a connection is established, the projector screen will display the computer’s screen.
Note: On Windows 7 and Windows Vista, you don’t need the software to project over a wired or wireless network.
Press the Windows key, search for the ‘Connect to a Network Projector’ utility program, and press Enter on the result.
How to Set Up Your Projector Network Security Passphrase
The screen will show a list of various settings you can configure.
- Change the Security from Open to WPA2-PSK and press Esc.
- Select Passphrase and enter a passphrase of at least 8 characters.
- Select Finish, and press Enter.
- You can also change the username of your projector’s network on this page.
This setting will stop others from connecting to your projector’s network. When you connect your computer to the projector over LAN, it’ll display a prompt for the security passphrase.
Conclusion
Projector connections over LAN and IP addresses are great for single or group presentations. However, video cables are a better option for full-motion videos.
The processes we’ve outlined in this article will help you set up your projector on a network without hassle.
Remember that the Network and Configuration menus may vary slightly for different Epson projector models. Consult your user manual for further clarification.
Last update on 2022-01-22 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API.