Epson 1815p User Manual

PowerLite® 1815p
Multimedia Projector
User’s Guide

Important Safety Information

WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: The projector and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags. Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any risk of suffocation.
Caution: When you replace the lamp, never touch the new lamp with your bare hands; the invisible residue left by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life. Use a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp.

Copyright Notice

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products.
Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions.
Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

Trademarks

Epson, Quick Corner, and Instant Off are registered trademarks, and Epson Exceed Your Vision and EasyMP are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.
PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered trademarks; SizeWise is a trademark; and Epson Store and Epson Extra Care are service marks of Epson America, Inc.
Pixelworks, DNX, and the DNX logo are trademarks of Pixelworks, Inc.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
© 2007 Epson America, Inc. 9/07
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Contents

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Displaying and Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . 15
Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Turning On and Off the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using the Direct Power On Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Displaying an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting Display Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
You Can’t Project an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display the
Same Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjusting the Height of the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Focusing and Zooming the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Adjusting the Image Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Selecting the Color Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Resizing Video Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Presenting with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . 29
Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Controlling the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Turning Off the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Stopping Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Zooming Part of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Controlling the Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Highlighting Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Using the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Customizing the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control. . . . . . 34
Operating Two or More Projectors with the
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Setting the Projector ID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Setting the Remote Control ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Equipment
Connecting to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Connecting to the Computer Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Connecting to the USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control . . . . 40
Connecting to Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Connecting a Composite Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Connecting an S-Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Connecting a Component Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Connecting an RGB Video Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Connecting an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Playing Sound Through the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Connecting External Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Connecting to a Digital Camera or Other Device. . . . . . . . . 50
Removing the USB Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Inserting a CompactFlash Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Inserting the Wireless 802.11g/b/a Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Connecting a Network Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
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Presenting Through a Wireless Network . . . . 55
Starting EasyMP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Configuring Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Configuring the Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Using Ad Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Using Access Point Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Using Wireless Security Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Enabling WEP Encryption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Enabling WPA Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Enabling EAP, LEAP, or PEAP Authentication . . . . . . . 79
Enabling EAP-TLS Certificate Validation . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Projecting Over a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Solving Connection Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Using the Control Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Connecting in Advanced Connection Mode . . . . . . . . . 86
Enabling Network Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Multi-screen Projection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Projecting Video Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Using Special Presentation Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Using Presentation Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Using Presenter View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
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Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card
Presenting Files From a USB Drive or
CompactFlash Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Presenting Image Files From a Digital Camera . . . . . . . . . . 101
Creating a Slideshow on the Fly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Displaying the Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Controlling Your Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Changing Timing and Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Creating a Scenario. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Converting a PowerPoint File to a Scenario . . . . . . . . . 106
Creating a Scenario from Scratch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Transferring Your Scenario to a USB Drive or
CompactFlash Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
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Presenting Scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Controlling Your Scenario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Supported File Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Fine-Tuning the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Using the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Six-Axis Color Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Adjusting Signal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Using the Projector Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Enabling Password Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Creating Your Own Startup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Disabling the Projector’s Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Customizing Power and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Multi-screen Color Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Managing Projectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Connecting to a Wired Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Using Projector E-mail Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Using EMP Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Opening and Closing EMP Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Registering a Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Monitoring Your Projectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Controlling Your Projectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Configuring the Monitoring Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Using E-mail Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Understanding the Notification Messages . . . . . . . . . . 148
Using a Browser to Monitor the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Transferring Files by FTP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
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Maintaining the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Cleaning the Air Filter and Vent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Replacing the Lamp and Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Resetting the Lamp Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Checking Lamp Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Replacing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Using On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Checking Projector Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
What To Do When the Lights Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Solving Projector Operation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Solving Problems with the Image or Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Solving Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Solving EasyMP Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Speak to a Support Representative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
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Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Windows System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Mac System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Installing the Software on a Windows System. . . . . . . . . . . 182
Installing the Software on a Mac. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
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Projector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
FCC Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
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Welcome

The PowerLite
®
1815p is an easy-to-use projector that weighs less than 7 pounds. The projector offers up to 3500 lumens of brightness. You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video sources, or you can project from a USB storage device, or over an 802.11g,
802.11b, or 802.11a wireless network.
Easy setup, control, and security:
5-second startup time and Instant Off
®
feature for fast setup and
shut down
Automatic digital keystone correction
1.6x optical zoom lens for flexible placement and positioning
Security features include password, user’s logo, and the ability to
lock the projector buttons
A/V mute slide (lens cover) to block the lens and save lamp life
when you want to temporarily stop projecting
Additional enhancements:
Connect three computers, one via USB 2.0 cable and another two
via VGA cable for multi-source presentations
Wirelessly send MPEG2 full screen video with audio from a PC
Project up to four different images from one computer
Color match images from up to four projectors for a uniform,
wide-screen view
Project only the PowerPoint
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slide images while viewing handout
notes and controls on the computer screen
Perform six-axis color adjustment for fine art and photography
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Using Your Documentation

This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information about your projector.
Tips contain additional projection hints.

Getting More Information

Need tips on giving presentations? Quick steps for setting up your projector? Here’s where you can look for help:
Quick Setup sheet
Gives you the instructions you need to get your projector up and running if you are connecting to a notebook, MacBook, PowerBook,
®
or iBook® computer, or projecting over a wireless
network.
Projector kit
Includes this User’s Guide, your Quick Setup sheet, warranty
®
brochures, and Epson PrivateLine
Support card. Keep the kit
with your projector at all times.
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Built-in help system
Provides assistance for common problems. Available from the
Help button on the projector or the remote control. See page 164
for details.
epson.com/support
Download FAQs and e-mail your questions to Epson support.
If you still need help after checking this User’s Guide and the
sources listed above, you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine card. Or take advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 hours a day. See page 178 for more information.
presentersonline.com
Includes a library of articles covering presentation tips, tricks, and technology. The site provides templates, clip art and sound clips, as well as Presenters Services to use on the road. Even more resources and services are available if you register to join the Presenters Club—and it’s free.

Registration and Warranty

Your projector comes with a basic carry-in 2-year and 90-day lamp warranty as well as an international warranty that let you project with confidence anywhere in the world. For details, see the warranty brochures included with your projector.
In addition, for customers who register their projector, Epson offers
SM
free Extra Care
Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead, Epson will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See the brochure included with your projector for details.
To register, simply fill out the registration card and mail it to Epson. Or you can register online at epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service.
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Unpacking the Projector

After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all these parts:
Projector
Wireless module and security screw
Power cable
PDF manual and
registration CD-ROM
Remote control and
2 AAA batteries
VGA computer cable
EasyMP™ software
CD-ROM
USB cable
Carrying case
Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by hand, use the carrying case. See page 13 for ordering information, and page 161 for transportation instructions.
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Additional Components

Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need additional components:
To receive an S-video signal, you’ll need an S-video cable.
To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video
device, you’ll need an HD15 to component video cable.
You can purchase these items from Epson. See “Optional Accessories” on page 13.

Optional Accessories

To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following optional accessories:
Product Part number
Replacement lamp V13H010L40
Air filter replacement set (2 filters) V13H134A08
Universal ceiling mount False ceiling plate Security bracket/cabling for gyro lock mounts Adjustable ceiling channel Suspension adapter
Kensington® security lock ELPSL01
50-inch portable screen (4:3 aspect ratio) 60-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
80-inch portable pop-up screen (4:3 aspect ratio)
83.6-inch hanging pull-down screen (4:3 aspect ratio) DUET Portable Projector Screen (4:3/16:9 combination)
HD-15 to component video cable S-video cable
Distribution amplifier ELPDA01
Image presentation camera (ELPDC05) V12H162020
ELPMBUNI ELPMBFCP ELPMBSEC ELPMBACC ELPMBAPL
ELPSC06 ELPSC07 ELPSC08 ELPSC09 ELPSC80
ELPKC19 ELPSV01
You can purchase screens or other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca
(Canadian sales).
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Displaying and Adjusting the Image

Whether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment,
you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the screen.
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for:
Positioning the projector
Turning on and off the projector
Displaying an image
Troubleshooting display problems
Adjusting the image
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note
You can mount the projector on the ceiling, or place it behind a translucent screen for rear projection. See page 185 for details.

Positioning the Projector

If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen, as shown. This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to leave as much space as possible between the projector and the screen to get a good-size image.
Use the figure below to help you determine placement. Image size increases with distance, but can vary depending on how you position the zoom ring and whether you’ve adjusted the image with other settings.
TBD
Also keep these considerations in mind:
Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.
Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and
under the projector. Do not set the projector on top of anything that could block the vents under the projector.
Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical
outlet or extension cord.
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2.7 to 4.6 ft5.7 to 9.4 ft29.7 to 48.2 ft Distance from screen
Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen.
Projector
Screen
If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by extending the front adjustable foot. This causes the image to become “keystone” shaped, but you can correct the distortion (see page 24).
For instructions on installing the projector in a permanent location, such as a theater or conference room, see page 185.
note
After positioning the projector, you may want to connect a Kensington MicroSaver device to the lock port on the projector. You can purchase this from Epson; see page 13.
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anti-theft

Turning On and Off the Projector

Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting the projector so it can automatically detect and display the image source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple pieces of connected equipment, you may have to select the image source manually (see page 20).
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note
You can set the projector to automatically turn off the projector lamp and enter “sleep mode” when it has not received any signals for 30 minutes. This conserves electricity, cools the projector, and extends the life of the lamp. If you want to start projecting again, press the If you are done using the projector, unplug the power cord. To enable sleep mode, see page 132.
P Power button.
Follow these steps to turn on the projector:
1. Open the A/V mute slide (lens cover).
2. Plug one end of the power cable into the projector, and the other end into an electrical outlet.
The
Power light turns orange.
Power light
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3. Press the PPower button on the remote control or on top of the
projector.
The projector beeps once and the
Power light flashes green as the
projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the
Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is
ready for use.
4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 129.

Using the Direct Power On Function

The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it on with a wall switch. You don’t have to press the P
Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On:
1. Press the select the
2. Choose
3. Choose
4. Highlight
Menu button on the remote control or projector and
Extended menu.
Operation and press Enter.
Direct Power On and press Enter.
On and press Enter.
Power button.
warning
Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children.
note
If a power outage occurs when Direct Power On is enabled and the projector is plugged in, the projector will start when the power is restored.
5. Press
Menu to exit. The setting will take effect the next time you
plug in the projector.
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note
Lamp life results will vary depending on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage.

Shutting Down the Projector

This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you can press its P off a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t have to wait for the projector to cool off first.
1. To turn off the projector, press the P
remote control or projector.
Power button as described below, unplug it, or turn
Power button on the
Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.
You see a confirmation message. (If you don’t want to turn it off, press any other button.)
2. Press the P
Power button again. The
projection lamp turns off and you can unplug the power cord.
If you want to turn the projector on again, make sure the orange
Power light is not flashing, then press the PPower button.

Displaying an Image

You may need to select the image source if you have multiple video sources connected to the projector (such as a computer or DVD player). Selecting the image source lets you switch between images input from different pieces of connected equipment.
If you don’t see the image you want, press the remote control or the
Source Search button on the projector until
you see the image you want to project.
Search button on the
You can also use the between devices connected to the ports identified on each button, or select EasyMP to project wirelessly or from a USB drive.
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Source buttons on the remote control to switch

Troubleshooting Display Problems

Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image.

You Can’t Project an Image

If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following:
Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described
beginning on page 37.
Make sure the Power light is green and not flashing and the A/V
mute slide (lens cover) is open.
If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source,
you may need to press the projector’s control panel or to select the correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.)
If you’re using a PC notebook, press the function key on your
keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be labeled hold down the
CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to
Fn key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for
the projector to sync up after changing the setting.
Source Search button on the
Search button on the remote control

The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display the Same Image

If you’re projecting from a notebook, and you can’t see your image on the projection screen and on your computer at the same time, follow these guidelines.
If you’re using a PC notebook:
On most systems, there’s a function key that lets you toggle
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time. It may be labeled
. You may have to hold down the Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting.
CRT/LCD or have an icon such as
Fn key while pressing it.
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If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously
on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled.
From the Control Panel, open the Properties dialog box, click the
Advanced. The method for adjusting the settings varies by
brand; you may need to click a
Display utility. In the Display
Settings tab, then click
Monitor tab, then make sure the
external Monitor port is set as your primary display and/or enabled. See your computer’s documentation or online help for details.
If you’re using Mac OS X:
You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
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1. From the Apple
Displays.
2. Make sure the
3. Click the
menu, select System Preferences, then select
VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected.
Arrangement (or Arrange) tab.
Make sure Mirror Displays is checked
4. Make sure the
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Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.

Adjusting the Image

Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments:
If the image is too high or too low, reposition it as described
below.
To focus or zoom your image, see page 24.
If the image isn’t square, see page 24.
To quickly adjust the color, brightness, or contrast, see page 27.
To change the image aspect ratio, see page 28.
If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see Chapter 6.

Adjusting the Height of the Image

If the image is too low on the screen, you can use the front adjustable foot to raise it.
1. Stand behind the projector. Press the foot release lever up and lift the front of the projector.
2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the lever to lock the foot in position.
3. If necessary, you can fine-tune the height or level the image by turning any of the projector’s adjustable feet.
Raising the projector causes the image to distort or “keystone,” but you can correct the shape as described on page 24.
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Focusing and Zooming the Image

Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image.
Turn the zoom ring on the projector to reduce or enlarge the image.
Focus Zoom
If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the
E-Zoom
buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. See page 32 for instructions.

Adjusting the Image Shape

You can maintain a square or rectangular image by placing the projector directly in front of the screen and keeping it level. This also produces the best picture quality. If the projector is tilted up or placed at an angle, you’ll need to correct the image shape by using one of the functions described below.
Automatic Image Adjustment
Use the projector’s Quick Setup feature to set up quickly for a presentation. This function automatically corrects the shape and position of the image to fit on a screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. It can correct image distortion when the projector is placed up to a 45° angle to the screen (vertically) and 20° (horizontally).
1. Press the
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Quick Setup button on the projector’s control panel.
You see a projected message:
2. Aim the projector so the message appears near the middle of the screen. Then use the zoom ring to enlarge the image so the white frame (not shown above) extends beyond the edges of the screen on all sides.
3. Press the
Quick Setup button again. Two white boxes flash
momentarily onto the screen, and the adjustment is complete. Your projected image now fits on the screen (some slight overlap is normal).
The Quick Setup adjustment is retained when the projector is turned off. If the projector is installed in a fixed location, you won’t need to repeat the adjustment each time you turn it on. To fine-tune the Quick Setup adjustment, use Quick Corner
®
(below).
Using Quick Corner
Use Quick Corner to adjust the shape and size of the image when it’s uneven on all sides, or to finely adjust the image after performing Quick Setup. If you just used Quick Setup, you can use the projector’s arrow buttons to make the Quick Corner adjustment. If not, you’ll have to select
1. Press the projector’s control panel.
2. Select the
3. From the Settings menu, select
Quick Corner as follows:
Menu button on the remote control or on the
Settings menu and press Enter.
Keystone and press Enter.
note
If Quick Setup did not detect the edges of your screen (for example, if you’re projecting on a wall), then the arrow buttons will be in Keystone correction mode after performing Quick Setup (see page 26).
4. Select
Quick Corner and press Enter.
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You see this screen:
5. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to select the corner you want to adjust, and press
Enter.
6. Use the pointer button on the remote control (or the arrow buttons on the projector) to adjust the shape.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 as needed to adjust any remaining corners.
8. When done, press
Menu to exit the menu system.
Using Keystone Correction
The projector automatically corrects vertical keystone distortion when it is tilted within a range of 30° up or down.
Corrected imageProjector tilted up Projector tilted down
It takes about one second after projection starts for the image to be corrected. During this time, a vertical keystone correction gauge appears on the screen. If keystone correction isn’t automatically carried out, you may need to turn on the the projector’s menu system (see page 126).
Auto V-Keystone setting in
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You can manually adjust the shape of the image to compensate for vertical and horizontal keystone distortion. First make sure the Keystone setting in the projector’s menu system is set to or
V-Keystone:
1. Press the
Menu button on the remote control (or on the
H-Keystone
projector’s control panel).
note
The projector’s arrow buttons may already be in Keystone correction mode if you haven’t used Quick Setup or Quick Corner.
2. Select the
3. From the Settings menu, select
4. Select
5. Select
Settings menu and press Enter.
Keystone and press Enter.
H/V-Keystone and press Enter.
H-Keystone (for horizontal adjustment) or V-Keystone
(for vertical adjustment) and use the l and r arrow buttons to adjust the shape of the image.
Vertical keystone adjustment
Horizontal keystone adjustment
If the image becomes smaller, use the zoom ring to enlarge the image so it fits the screen. If the image contains faint lines or a gridlike pattern, decrease the sharpness setting (see page 123).

Selecting the Color Mode

The Color Mode adjusts the brightness, contrast, and color for various common viewing environments. Use this setting to quickly obtain a good picture.
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Press the
Color Mode button on the remote control, and then select
from one of these options:
Presentation: For making color presentations in a bright room.
Text: For making black-and-white presentations in a bright
room.
Theatre: For watching movies in a darkened room; gives images a
natural tone.
Photo: For vivid, high-contrast still images in a bright room.
Sports: For vivid TV images projected in a bright room (video,
S-video, or composite video only).
Game: Increases brightness when playing video games or
watching TV in a bright room. Emphasizes dark gradations.
sRGB: Matches the color palette of standard sRGB computer
displays.
Blackboard: Projects accurate colors on a green chalkboard
(adjusts the white point).
Customized: For manual color adjustment (see page 123).

Resizing Video Images

You can use the Resize button on the remote control to adjust how an image fits into the display area.
Press
Resize to switch the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9. This lets
you play certain digital video images or movies recorded on certain DVDs in 16:9 widescreen format. You can also select
16:9 (Down) to reposition videos to accommodate subtitles or
supertitles.
For computer images, select and make the best use of the display area.
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16:9 (Up) or
Normal to automatically resize the image

Presenting with the Remote Control

The projector includes a number of tools to enhance your
presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control, which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room—up to 20 feet away.
You can use the remote control to adjust the picture and sound (page 30) or as a pointer to highlight your presentation (page 33). You can also use it as a wireless mouse when projecting from a computer (page 34), or to control two or more projectors at the same time (page 35).
This chapter covers:
2
Using the remote control
Controlling the picture and sound
Highlighting your presentation
Operating your computer with the remote control
Operating two or more projectors with the remote control
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note
If a button is pressed longer than 30 seconds, the remote control stops operating to conserve power. When you release the button, normal operation resumes.

Using the Remote Control

Make sure batteries are installed as described on page 160. Follow these tips for using the remote control:
Point the remote control at the front of the projector or at the
screen.
Stand within 20 feet of the projector.
Avoid using the remote under bright fluorescent lamps or in
direct sunlight, or the projector may not respond properly.

Controlling the Picture and Sound

You can use the remote control to preview and select your picture sources, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the action, zoom in on the picture, and adjust the volume.

Switching Between Picture Sources

If your projector is connected to more than one computer and/or video source, you can switch between the different sources:
The easiest way to select your source is to press the Search button
on the remote control (or the projector) repeatedly until you see the image you want on the screen.
On the remote control, there are several Source buttons.
Use them to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on each button, or to use EasyMP (PowerLite 1815p only).
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Source Search button on the
After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the image appears.

Turning Off the Picture and Sound

You can temporarily turn off the image and sound when you want to redirect your audience’s attention. There are two ways to do this:
Close the A/V mute slide, as shown below:
Press the A/V Mute button on the remote control. This turns the
image black and stops the sound. To turn the image and sound back on, press the button again.
You can have the screen turn blue when you press the
A/V Mute
button. You can also have an image, such as a company logo, display on the screen (see page 129).
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note
This function pauses the image, not the sound. Because the source continues to transmit signals, when you resume the action, it won’t be at the point you stopped it.

Stopping Action

You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video or computer image.
To stop the action and keep the current image on the screen, press
the
Freeze button. The sound continues.
To restart it, press the Freeze button again.

Zooming Part of Your Image

You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the E-Zoom buttons on the remote control.
1. Press the
You see a crosshair indicating the center of the zoom-in area.
2. Use the pointer button to position the crosshair.
3. Continue pressing the area up to 4 times.
4. While the image is enlarged, you can:
Use the pointer button to move around the screen.
Press the E-Zoom button to zoom out.
5. When done, press the original size.
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E-Zoom button on the remote control.
E-Zoom button to enlarge the selected
ESC button to return the image to its

Controlling the Volume

To change the volume, press the or button on the remote control.
You can also adjust the volume using the projector’s menu system. See page 126.

Highlighting Your Presentation

You can display a pointer to call out important information on the screen. If you want to customize the pointer tool, you can choose from three alternative shapes.
note
To temporarily shut off the sound and picture, press the
A/V Mute button or close
the A/V mute slide.

Using the Pointer Tool

1. To activate the pointer tool, press the Pointer button on the remote control. A pointer appears on the screen.
Pointer
If you prefer to use a different style of pointer, see the instructions in the next section.
2. Use the pointer button on the remote control to position the pointer on the screen.
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3. When you’re done using the pointer, press
Esc to clear the screen.

Customizing the Pointer Tool

You can change the appearance of the pointer by choosing from three alternative shapes.
1. Press the
Settings menu, highlight Pointer Shape, and press Enter. You
Menu button on the remote control, highlight the
can select one of the pointer shapes shown at the left.
2. Select the shape you want and press
3. Highlight
4. Press
Return and press Enter.
Menu to exit from the menu system.
Enter.

Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control

If you connect a computer to the projector with a USB cable, as described on page 40, then select B setting in the Extended menu (see page 133), you can use the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse. This gives you more flexibility when delivering slideshow-style presentations, since you won’t have to stand next to the computer to change slides.
Use the Up and Down buttons to move through a
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Microsoft
PowerPoint slideshow.
Wireless Mouse for the USB Type
Page up or down to change slides in PowerPoint
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Use to move pointer on screen
Left-click
Left-click
Right-click
Use the pointer button to move the pointer on the screen.
Press the Enter button once to left-click, or press it twice to
double-click. Press the
To drag-and-drop, hold down the Enter button. Then use the
pointer button to drag the object. When it’s where you want it,
release the
Enter button.
Esc button to right-click.

Operating Two or More Projectors with the Remote Control

If you’re using more than one projector, you can control all the projectors—or just selected ones—by using the projector ID system. To operate a projector, you have to set the remote control’s ID to match that of the projector. Or you can control all the projectors at once by setting the remote control’s ID to zero.

Setting the Projector ID

The projector’s default ID is set to Off. This lets it respond to commands from any remote control. To change the ID, follow these steps:
1. Press the projector’s menu screen.
2. Select
3. Use the pointer button to highlight the new ID, and press
Enter to select it.
Menu button on the remote control. You see the
Extended > Projector ID.
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4. When done, press
Menu to exit the menu system.

Setting the Remote Control ID

note
If you’re using a remote control ID other than the default ID of zero, you have to set the ID each time you turn on the projector.
The remote control’s default ID is zero. This lets you operate any projector. To set it to operate a specific projector, follow these steps:
1. Point the remote control at the projector you want to be able to operate.
2. Press and hold the
3. While holding the
ID button on the remote control.
ID button, press a numbered button on the
remote control (0 through 9) to select the desired ID. Select zero to control all projectors, or select a number to match the ID of the projector(s) you want to operate.
After setting the ID, you can check whether the remote control works with a specific projector:
1. Point the remote control at the projector you want to check.
2. Press the the screen like one of these:
If the message says the remote control is “On,” then you can use the remote control to operate that projector. If it says “Off,” then you have to change the ID of the remote control and/or projector before operation is possible.
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ID button on the remote control. You see a message on

Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Equipment

This chapter tells you how to connect the projector to a notebook or
desktop computer, and/or to video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, or video camera. You can also connect the projector to a USB storage device or digital camera, use it with a CompactFlash card, or connect it to your local area network.
Follow the instructions in this chapter on:
Connecting to a computer
Connecting video equipment
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memory
3
Connecting an external monitor
Playing sound through the projector
Connecting to a digital camera or other USB device
Inserting a CompactFlash card
Inserting the wireless 802.11g/b/a module
Connecting a network cable
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Connecting to a Computer

You can connect the projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC notebook computers, MacBook, PowerBook, and iBook computers, and hand-held devices.
You can also connect a Windows computer to the Type B USB port on the projector (see page 39). This allows you to connect an additional computer to the projector. If you want to use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse to operate your computer during presentations, see page 40.

Connecting to the Computer Port

You can connect to the projector using the VGA computer cable that came with it (the monitor port on your computer must be a mini D-sub 15-pin port).
1. If you’re using the VGA computer cable, connect one end to the projector’s to your computer’s monitor port.
Computer1 or Computer 2 port, and the other end
caution
Don’t try to force a connector to fit a port with a different shape or number of pins. You may damage the port or connector.
2. You may need to change the Computer1 Input or Computer2
Input
setting in the projector’s Signal menu to RGB (see
page 125).
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3. You can connect an optional stereo mini-jack audio cable to play sound through the projector (see page 48), or connect a USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse (see page 40).
4. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 17 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image.

Connecting to the USB Port

You can connect a Windows XP or Windows 2000 (SP4) computer to the projector’s Type B (square) USB port and project your computer’s display. A USB 2.0 connection provides better picture quality and response than USB 1.1.
The first time you connect a computer to the projector’s USB port, software from the projector installs on your computer.
1. Follow the instructions beginning on page 17 to turn on the projector and adjust the image.
2. Make sure the USB Type B setting under the projector’s Extended menu is set to
USB Display (see page 133).
3. Turn on your computer.
4. Locate the USB cable that came with your projector.
5. Connect the square end of the cable to the projector’s Type B (square) USB port.
note
You can’t use the remote mouse control function when you use the USB port to project your computer’s display.
USB cable
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Equipment 39
note
For details on how to use the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse, see page 34.
6. Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on your notebook or desktop computer.
Messages appear as the projector is recognized and the software installation begins.
7. Follow the instructions on your computer screen to install the Epson USB Display software. If you see a “Digital Signature Warning,” select
Continue. You will only need to install the
software the first time you connect.
After the software has installed, you see your computer’s desktop displayed by the projector. You can switch the projector to other image sources using the
Source buttons on the remote control,
and then switch back to your desktop display by pressing
EasyMP.
When you’re done projecting from your computer, disconnect the USB cable.

Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control

If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter (using the
Computer 1 or Computer 2 port) and set the USB Type B setting
under the projector’s Extended menu to page 133), you can use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you control your computer and click through slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint, from up to 20 feet away.
Wireless Mouse (see
Left­click
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Move cursor
Right­click
The wireless mouse function is supported on systems with a USB port running Windows Vista,
TM
Windows XP, 98SE, Me, or 2000, or Mac
OS X 10.2.x to 10.4.x.
1. Connect the square end of a USB cable to the projector’s USB port.
USB cable
2. Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on
your notebook or desktop computer.
3. If necessary, configure your computer to work with an external
USB mouse. See your computer documentation for details.

Connecting to Video Equipment

You can connect several video sources to the projector at the same time. Before starting, look at your video equipment to determine its available video output connections:
If your video player has a yellow RCA-style video output
connector, see “Connecting a Composite Video Source” on page 43.
If your video player has an S-video connector, see “Connecting an
S-Video Source” on page 44.
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RCA connector
(composite video)
S-video
connector
VGA connector
(RGB video)
If your video player has a component video port (three connectors
labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), see “Connecting a Component Video Source” on page 45.
If your video player has an RGB video port (either a single
connector for a VGA-style monitor cable or three connectors labeled R/G/B), see “Connecting an RGB Video Source” on page 46.
After connecting video cables, you may also want to connect an audio cable to play sound through the projector; see page 48.
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Connecting a Composite Video Source

1. Locate an RCA-style video cable (one is usually provided with
your video equipment or you can purchase one from an electronics dealer).
2. Connect the cable to the yellow video output connector on your
player and the yellow
3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 48 for
instructions on connecting audio cables.
Video connector on the projector:
4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 17 for
instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image. Once the projector is turned on, select the image source: press the
Search button on the remote control or press the Source Search
button on the projector’s control panel repeatedly until
the image appears.
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Connecting an S-Video Source

1. Locate an S-video cable (one is usually provided with your video equipment or you can purchase one from Epson; see page 12).
2. Connect the cable to the S-video connector on your player and
S-Video connector on the projector:
the
3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 48 for instructions on connecting audio cables.
4. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 17 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image. Once the projector is turned on, select the image source: press the
Search button on the remote control or press the Source Search
button on the projector’s control panel repeatedly until
the image appears.
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Connecting a Component Video Source

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You will need a special cable to connect your component video equipment to the HD15 (VGA-style) connector on the projector. You can order the HD15 to component cable (ELPKC19) from Epson; see page 13 for more information.
1. Locate an HD15 to component video cable or adapter.
2. Connect the cable to your player and the
Computer 2 connector on the projector.
HD15 to component adapter
HD15 to component cable (ELPKC19)
3. You may need to change the
Input
setting in the projector’s Signal menu to Component
Computer1 Input or Computer2
(see page 125).
Computer 1 or
note
Be sure your video player is not an RGB video source. If you select the wrong source, image quality may suffer. Check your video
layer’s documentation.
Also, make sure the Computer Input setting in the Signal menu is set to Auto or Component Video (see page 125).
4. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 48 for instructions on connecting audio cables.
5. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 17 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image. Once the projector is turned on, select the image source: press the
Search button on the remote control or press the Source Search
the image appears.
button on the projector’s control panel repeatedly until
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note
Be sure your video player is not a component video source. If you select the wrong source, image quality may suffer. Check your video player’s documentation.

Connecting an RGB Video Source

1. Locate the VGA computer cable provided with the projector.
2. Connect the cable to the video port on your player and
Computer1 or Computer2 port on the projector.
the
3. You may need to change the
Computer2 Input setting in the projector’s Signal menu
to
RGB (see page 125).
Computer1 Input or
4. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 48 for instructions on connecting audio cables.
5. If you don’t need to make any other connections, see page 17 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image. Once the projector is turned on, select the image source: press the
Search button on the remote control or press the Source Search
button on the projector’s control panel repeatedly until
the image appears.
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Connecting an External Monitor

If you want to monitor your computer presentation close-up (on a monitor placed beside the projector) as well as on the screen, you can connect an external monitor. You can use it to check on your presentation even if you’ve pressed the to a different picture source.
First make sure your computer’s VGA cable is connected to the projector’s monitor to the projector’s
Computer1 port (see page 38). Then connect your
Monitor Out port, as shown:
A/V Mute button or switched
note
The monitor cannot display component video, nor computer images via the Computer2 or USB port.
Some LCD monitors may not be able to display the image correctly. If you have trouble displaying the image, connect a multiscan monitor. If you’re projecting computer images, make sure the computer’s refresh rate is set to 65 Hz or greater.
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Playing Sound Through the Projector

You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system or attach an external speaker system.
To play sound through the projector, follow these steps:
1. Locate the appropriate cable and connect it to the
Audio jack on
the projector.
If you have equipment connected to the Computer 1 or
Computer 2 port, use a stereo mini-jack cable. Connect the
cable to the
Audio1 port (for Computer1) or the Audio2
port (for Computer2).
If you have equipment connected to the Video or S-Video
port, connect an RCA-style audio cable to
L-Audio-R.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the audio output connector(s) on your computer or video equipment.
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Connecting External Speakers

You can output sound to external speakers with built-in amplifiers. When you play sound through external speakers, the projector’s built-in speaker system is disabled.
1. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers.
Depending on your speakers, you may be able to use a commercially available audio cable with a stereo mini-jack connector on one end and pin jacks on the other end. For some speakers, you may have to purchase a special cable or use an adapter.
2. Connect the stereo mini-jack end of the audio cable to the
Out
port on the projector.
Audio
3. Connect the other end of the cable to your speakers.
The projector’s internal speaker system is disabled while sound is output to external speakers. You can use the remote control to adjust the volume.
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Connecting to a Digital Camera or Other Device

note
Use a cable less than 10 feet long and connect the camera directly to the projector. Your projector may not function correctly if you use a longer cable or connect your camera to a USB hub.
If you connect a USB hard drive, make sure you use the AC adapter to power the hard drive.
The slideshow function on some devices may not work with the USB connection.
You can connect your digital camera, USB flash memory drive, USB hard drive, or multimedia storage viewer, such as the Epson P-5000 or Apple iPod.
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Use the USB cable specified for your device. Then you can use your device’s slideshow function or the projector’s EasyMP PC Free feature (see page 99) to present images.
1. Connect the flat end of the USB cable to the flat USB port
on the projector, as shown.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to your camera or other
device.

Removing the USB Cable

If you’re using PC Free mode to project your images, exit PC Free mode before you remove the USB cable from the projector.
1. Position the cursor over the
of the PC Free screen.
2. Press the
mode.
3. Disconnect the USB cable.
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Enter button on the remote control to close PC Free
Exit button in the upper right corner

Inserting a CompactFlash Card

You can use a CompactFlash card to store images, movies, and Scenario files. This lets you project your files without connecting to a laptop or PC.
To place your files on the card, copy them from your computer to the card using a card reader. If the projector is connected to your local area network, you can also send the files to the card over the network (see page 151).
Insert the CompactFlash card face-up into the slot as shown:
note
The memory card slot also accepts Microdrive You can also use an SD card, Memory Stick, xD-Picture Card inserting it in a CompactFlash adapter.
TM
TM
cards.
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or
by
TM
The indicator light next to the slot comes on or flashes when the CompactFlash card is in use. Do not remove the card when the light is on or flashing.
Eject button
Indicator light
To remove the card, press the eject button next to the card slot. The button pops out. Press the button again to eject the card.
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caution
Do not remove the card when the indicator light is on or flashing, or you may damage the card or projector.

Inserting the Wireless 802.11g/b/a Module

caution
Use only the Epson
802.11g/b/a wireless module in the projector.
caution
Never remove the module while its indicator light is green or when projecting wirelessly. You may damage the module or lose data.
To use the projector over a wireless network, you need to install the projector’s wireless LAN module (included). Once the module is installed, see page 55 to configure the projector and your network.
1. Insert the wireless LAN module that came with your projector.
2. Turn the projector over and insert the included screw to secure
the module and keep it from being easily removed.
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Connecting a Network Cable

To connect the projector to your local area network (LAN), use a commercially available 100baseTX or 10baseT network cable. To ensure proper data transmission, use a Category 5 shielded cable or better.
Connect the cable to the projector and your network port as shown:
LAN port
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Presenting Through a Wireless Network

This chapter tells you how to send pictures to the projector through
a wireless network. Using EMP NS Connection, you can project images shown on your computer screen—including text, graphics, and video—directly to your audience.
You’ll find instructions in this chapter on:
Starting EasyMP
Configuring basic settings
Connecting to the projector in Ad Hoc (computer-to-computer)
mode or Access Point (infrastructure) mode
4l
Using wireless security options
Projecting wirelessly
Multi-screen projection
Projecting video clips
Using special presentation modes
Before starting, make sure you’ve installed the wireless network module as described on page 52. You must also install the EMP NS Connection software as described on page 181 for each computer you want to connect to the projector. Then follow the steps in this chapter to start EasyMP, configure your projector and computer, and run EMP NS Connection.
55

Starting EasyMP

note
Use only the Epson
802.11a/b/g wireless module in the projector.
If you see a message asking you to insert a LAN or memory card, check to make sure your 802.11 a/b/g module is properly inserted (see page 52).
Before connecting to the projector, you have to switch it to EasyMP mode. Follow these steps:
1. Point the remote control at the projector and press the P
Power
button.
2. Press the
EasyMP button on the remote control to select EasyMP
as the source.
You see this screen. The network settings appear in the lower left.
3. If you’ve already set up your computer and projector for the mode
you want to use—Ad Hoc mode (also called computer-to­computer mode) or Access Point mode (also called infrastructure mode)—skip to “Projecting Over a Network” on page 81.
Otherwise, continue with the next section.
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Configuring Basic Settings

You can give your projector a unique name, enable a projector keyword, or create a password for controlling the projector using your computer’s Web browser.
1. Press the
2. Choose
3. Choose
You see the following screen:
Menu button, then choose Network and press Enter.
Network Configuration and press Enter.
Basic and press Enter.
4. Make sure the projector has a unique name, so you can identify it when connecting to it from your computer.
If you need to rename it, highlight the then press
Enter.
Projector Name text box
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note
You can interrupt projection even when a keyword is used. Press the ESC button on the remote control and select the Close option.
5. Press the pointer button to select individual letters; then press
Enter to input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate
backward and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and press letters, highlight the option and press highlight
Finish and press Enter.
Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital
Enter. When you’re done,
6. If you want to create a password for remote access to the projector, highlight
Web Control Password, press Enter, and
enter a password of up to 8 alphanumeric characters. When you’re done, highlight
Finish and press Enter.
7. If you want to set up a security keyword so that only people who are in the same room as the projector can access it, turn
keyword
on. When you connect to the projector, a randomized
Projector
four-digit number or “keyword” is displayed on the screen. When prompted by NS Connection, enter the keyword on your computer to connect to the projector (see page 83).
8. When you’re done making these settings, select
Setup complete, and then select Yes to confirm that you want
to save the changes. Press
Menu to exit the menu system.
Return, select

Configuring the Connection

You can use NS Connection to connect to the projector and send images wirelessly in two modes: Ad Hoc mode or Access Point mode.
Ad Hoc mode (computer-to-computer mode) lets you connect
just one computer to the projector at a time; it’s easy to set up, and the only equipment you need is a computer with a wireless (802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a) network card or adapter, or a Macintosh with an AirPort
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®
or AirPort Extreme card. When you
connect to the projector in this mode, your connection to other wireless networks or devices is broken; you can connect to the projector only.
Access Point mode (infrastructure mode) lets multiple computers
access the projector at the same time and easily trade off control over the projector. To use Access Point mode, you need a wireless (802.11a, 802.11b, or 802.11g) access point or an AirPort Extreme (or AirPort) base station, and one or more computers with wireless network cards or adapters.
Follow the instructions below for the mode you want to use.

Using Ad Hoc Mode

To use Ad Hoc (computer-to-computer) mode, adjust your projector and wireless card or adapter settings as described in this section.
Configuring the Projector
1. Press the Menu button, then choose Network and press Enter.
2. Choose
3. Choose
You see this screen:
Network Configuration and press Enter.
Wireless LAN and press Enter.
note
Make sure you’ve installed the NS Connection software as described on page 181.
To connect to the projector ov er a wireless n etwork, your computer must be running Windows 2000 or XP. Your Mac must be running Mac OS X 10.3 or later. See page 181 for complete system requirements for projecting wirelessly.
Access Point mode (infrastructure mode) is required to achieve transfer speeds up to 54MB/sec on an
802.11g network. Ad Hoc mode (computer-to­computer mode) limits network connections to 11MB/sec. This is a standard specification of
802.11g networking.
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4. Make sure the pointer button on the remote control to highlight then press
Quick is selected for the Connection mode. If not, use
Quick,
Enter to select it.
5. If your network is using 802.11a, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight
802.11a, then press Enter to
select it.
6. If your computer’s network card supports an SSID or ESSID name (see page 63), highlight the
ESSID text box, press Enter,
and enter a name:
Press the pointer button to select individual letters; then press
Enter to input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate
backward and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and press letters, highlight the option and press highlight
Finish and press Enter.
Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital
Enter. When you’re done,
Note that the ESSID is case-sensitive (if you enter the name in uppercase on the projector, you must type it the same way on the computer connecting to the projector).
7. When you’re done making these settings, select Return, select
Setup complete, and then select Yes to confirm that you want
to save the changes. Press
Now you’re ready to set up your computer to project wirelessly. Go to “Configuring the Network Settings for Windows” below, or “Setting Up Your Mac for Ad Hoc Mode” on page 63.
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Menu to exit the menu system.
Configuring the Network Settings for Windows
Before connecting to the projector, you need to make sure the settings for your notebook’s or PC’s network card match the settings you entered for the projector.
1. Access your wireless network Properties window. For example, in Windows XP you would click
and Internet Connections Connections
icon. You see a screen similar to this:
Start > Control Panel > Network
. Then click the Network
note
On some Windows systems, you can right-click
My Network Places or Network Neighborhood
on the desktop and select
Properties.
Settings may vary, depending on your wireless network adapter. See the documentation for your adapter for more information.
Right-click and select Properties
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2. Right-click the
Properties. You see a screen similar to this:
Wireless Network Connection icon and select
Click here
3. Click the
4. Click the
Configure button.
Advanced tab. You see a screen similar to this:
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5. Check your wireless card or adapter device settings. (Depending on the type of card or adapter you’re using, some of the settings may be different than those listed here.)
Set the Network Type to 802.11 Ad Hoc.
Set the SSID to match the name you assigned to the
projector’s ESSID.
Make sure Encryption is Disabled.
6. Click the
General tab and make sure that your wireless card or
adapter is enabled.
7. When you’re done, click
OK to close the Properties dialog box.
Now you’re ready to connect to the projector. See “Projecting Over a Network” on page 81.
Setting Up Your Mac for Ad Hoc Mode
Your AirPort software is automatically configured to allow your Mac to detect both computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) and Access Point networks.
Typically, you only need to select your projector’s ESSID from the AirPort status menu on the Mac menu bar. If you’re having problems detecting the projector, follow these steps:
note
When you connect in Ad Hoc mode, your connection to other wireless networks or devices is broken. If you need to remain connected to your wireless network, use Access Point mode, as described on page 65. Also, make sure you reconnect to your original wireless network when you are done using the projector.
1. From the Apple pull-down menu, select
2. Double-click the
Network icon. You see the Network settings
window.
System Preferences.
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3. Make sure Location is set to
Select
Automatic
Automatic.
note:
If you don’t need the other network port configurations, disable them by deselecting their checkboxes.
When you connect in Ad Hoc mode, your connection to other wireless networks or devices is broken. If you need to remain connected to your wireless network, use Access Point mode, as described on page 65. Also, make sure you reconnect to your original wireless network when you are done using the projector.
Select Network Port Configurations
then select AirPort
4. Select
Network Port Configurations in the Show pull-down
menu.
5. Under Port Configurations, select
6. Click
Apply Now. Then close the window.
AirPort.
7. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the Mac desktop. You see the AirPort status menu:
Choose the ESSID you assigned to the projector
8. Check to make sure AirPort is turned on.
9. Select your projector’s ESSID.
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Using Access Point Mode

To use Access Point (infrastructure) mode, first adjust your projector and wireless access point or AirPort base station settings as described in this section.
Configuring the Projector
1. Press the Menu button, then choose Network and press Enter.
2. Choose
3. Choose
Network Configuration and press Enter.
Wireless LAN and press Enter.
You see this screen:
4. Make sure
Advanced is selected for the Connection mode. If
not, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight
Advanced, then press Enter to select it.
5. If your network is using 802.11a, use the pointer button on the remote control to highlight
802.11a, then press Enter to
select it.
6. To enable your computer to find the projector on the network, you need to enter the SSID name of your access point or AirPort network in the
ESSID text box. (The name of your AirPort
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network may be different from that of your AirPort base station; select your base station in the AirPort Admin utility and click
Configure to check the name of your network.)
note
For specific details about your network, please consult your network administrator.
If you don’t know your gateway or access point address, see page 72. If you’re using AirPort, start the AirPort Admin utility, select your base station and click
Configure. Then click
the
Network tab to see your
base station’s IP address.
Highlight the
ESSID text box, press Enter, and enter a name:
Press the pointer button to select individual letters; then press
Enter to input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate
backward and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and press letters, highlight the option and press highlight
Finish and press Enter.
Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital
Enter. When you’re done,
Note that the ESSID is case-sensitive (if you enter the name in uppercase on the projector, you must type it the same way on the computer connecting to the projector).
7. If your access point assigns IP addresses automatically, turn on
DHCP. Otherwise, turn off DHCP and enter the following
information:
IP address: Enter the IP address you want to assign to the
projector. It must be formatted like other addresses on the network. The last section should be unique.
Subnet mask: For example: 255.255.255.000, but this
depends on how your network is set up.
Gateway address: Enter the IP address that was assigned to
the access point or AirPort base station when it was set up.
8. When you’re done making these settings, select
Setup complete, and then select Yes to confirm that you want
to save the changes. Press
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Return, select
Menu to exit the menu system.
Now you’re ready to set up your computer for wireless projecting. Go to “Configuring the Network Settings for Windows” below, or go to “Setting Up Your Mac for Access Point Mode” on page 73. If you want to enable security options for your network, see page 75 to set up the option that your network uses on the projector.
Configuring the Network Settings for Windows
Before connecting to the projector, you need to make sure the settings for your computer’s wireless card or adapter match the settings you entered for the projector.
1. Access your wireless network Properties window. For example, in Windows XP you would click
and Internet Connections Connections
icon. You see a screen similar to this:
Start > Control Panel > Network
. Then click the Network
note
On some Windows systems, you can right-click
My Network Places or Network Neighborhood
on the desktop and select
Properties.
Settings may vary, depending on your wireless network adapter. See the documentation for your adapter for more information.
Right-click and select Properties
2. Right-click the
Properties.
Wireless Network Connection icon and select
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You see a screen similar to this:
Click here
3. Click the
4. Click the
Configure button.
Advanced tab. You see a screen like this:
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5. Check your wireless card’s or adapter’s device settings. (Depending on the type of card or adapter you’re using, some of the settings may be different than those listed here.)
Set the Network Type to Infrastructure.
Set the SSID to match the name assigned to the access point
(which should also match the projector’s ESSID).
Make sure Encryption is Disabled if you have not set up
encryption on the projector.
6. Click the
General tab and make sure that your wireless card or
adapter is enabled.
7. When you’re done, click box.
8. Right-click the
Properties. You see this screen:
select
Wireless Network Connection icon again and
OK to close the wireless properties dialog
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9. Select see this screen:
Internet Protocol and click the Properties button. You
note
For specific details about your network, please consult your network administrator.
note
If you don’t know your gateway or access point address, see page 72.
10. If your access point uses DHCP, select
automatically
Use the following DNS server addresses, then enter the
and
. Otherwise select Use the following IP address
Obtain an IP address
required information:
IP address: Type in the IP address you want to assign to the
computer. It must be formatted like other addresses on the network. The last section must be unique.
Subnet mask: For example: 255.255.255.000, but this
depends on how your network is set up.
Default gateway: Enter the IP address that was assigned to
the access point when it was set up.
Preferred DNS server/Alternate DNS server: Enter the IP
address of the DNS server(s) for your network.
11. When you’re done, click
12. Click the
Wireless Networks tab.
OK.
(If you don’t see this tab, you may need to enable your wireless card or adapter by clicking
Configure to access the device
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settings; then follow any instructions on the screen to enable the device.)
You see a screen like this:
13. Verify that you’ve enabled your computer’s connection to the access point. It should be listed with the small icon next to it, indicating a connection.
If it’s not listed, click
Configure and type the name of your access
point.
14. When you’re done making settings, click
OK to close the dialog
box.
Now you’re ready to connect to the projector. See “Projecting Over a Network” on page 81.
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Checking the Gateway IP Address on Windows
note
If you cannot identify the gateway address using this Windows utility, use the administrator’s utility software that came with your access point.
If you’re entering IP addresses manually and need to find out the gateway IP address (the IP address of your access point), make sure the wireless connection to the access point is currently active, as described in the previous section. Then follow these steps:
1. Access your wireless network Properties window. For example, in Windows XP you would click
and Internet Connections Connections
icon. You see a screen similar to this:
Start > Control Panel > Network
. Then click the Network
2. Right-click the
Status.
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Right-click and select Status
Wireless Network Connection icon and select
3. Click the Support tab. The gateway’s IP address is listed as shown:
Gateway address
Setting Up Your Mac for Access Point Mode
Your AirPort software is automatically configured to allow your Mac to detect Access Point networks.
Typically, you only need to select your AirPort network name from the AirPort status menu on the Mac menu bar. If you’re having problems connecting to the projector, follow these steps:
1. From the Apple pull-down menu, select
2. Click the
Network icon. You see the Network settings window.
System Preferences.
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note
If you don’t need the other network ports, disable them by deselecting their checkboxes. If more than one network port is enabled, the projector software warns you to turn off AirPort when you first connect the projector. Disregard this message.
Your AirPort network and base station names may be different. To check or change your AirPort network name, start the AirPort Admin utility, select your base station, and click
Configure. Click Show All Settings, then make
any changes you want on the AirPort tab.
If you’re connecting to your projector in static IP mode, deselect the
addresses
sure your projector’s gateway address is identical to the base station’s IP address, and the first three segments of the projector’s IP address are identical to the first three segments of the base station’s IP address.
Distribute IP
checkbox. Make
3. Make sure Location is set to
Select Automatic
Select Network Port
Configurations
Then select AirPort
4. Select
Network Port Configurations in the Show pull-down
Automatic.
menu.
5. Under Port Configurations, select
6. Click
Apply Now. Then close the window.
AirPort.
7. Start the AirPort Admin utility. Select your base station, then
Configure.
click
8. On the AirPort tab, make sure your AirPort network name matches your projector’s ESSID. If not, enter the projector’s ESSID in the AirPort Network text box and click
Update.
9. If you turned DHCP on in your projector’s advanced menu, click the Network tab and make sure the checkbox is selected. If you need to select it, click
Distribute IP addresses
Update.
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10. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the Macintosh desktop. You see the AirPort status menu:
11. Check to make sure AirPort is turned on.
12. Select the name of your AirPort network.

Using Wireless Security Options

You can use the following security options when connecting to the projector wirelessly: WEP encryption, WPA security, EAP-TLS certificate validation, or LEAP, EAP, or PEAP authentication. To set these security features up on your wireless network, see your documentation or get help from your network administrator. See the following sections to enable the security option on your projector:
“Enabling WEP Encryption” below
“Enabling WPA Security” on page 77
“Enabling EAP, LEAP, or PEAP Authentication” on page 79
“Enabling EAP-TLS Certificate Validation” on page 80

Enabling WEP Encryption

1. Press Menu on the projector remote. Highlight Network and then press
2. Choose
3. Highlight
Enter.
Network Configuration and press Enter.
Security, then press Enter.
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You see the following screen:
note
Text input for WEP encryption varies with different access points; check with your network administrator. Try first. If that doesn’t work, try Text2 and then Text3.
ASCII
4. Press
5. For the WEP encryption setting, highlight
6. For Format, highlight
7. If you chose
Enter to show the menu, then highlight WEP and press
Enter.
128Bit or 64Bit and
press
Enter.
HEX to enable hexadecimal input or ASCII
to enable text input, then press
64Bit, choose Key ID 1, 2, 3, or 4.
Highlight the
Encryption key text box that corresponds to the
Key ID you selected, then press button to select individual letters; then press
Enter.
Enter. Press the pointer
Enter to input a
character. To add a blank space or to navigate backward and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and press
Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital letters, highlight the
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option and press Enter. When you’re done, highlight Finish and press
Enter.
8. Check with your network administrator for directions on entering a key for your network, and follow these general guidelines:
For 128 bit WEP encryption with hexadecimal input, enter
26 characters, from 0 to 9 and from A to F.
For 64 bit WEP encryption with hexadecimal input, enter 10
characters, from 0 to 9 and from A to F.
For 128 bit WEP encryption with ASCII or text input, enter
13 alphanumeric characters.
For 64 bit WEP encryption with ASCII or text input, enter 5
alphanumeric characters.
9. When you’re done making these settings, select
Setup complete, and then select Yes to confirm that you want
to save the changes. Press
Menu to exit the menu system.
Return, select

Enabling WPA Security

1. Press Menu. Highlight Network and then press Enter.
2. Choose
3. Highlight
Network Configuration and press Enter.
Security, then press Enter.
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You see the following screen:
4. Press
Enter to show the menu, then choose WPA-PSK(TKIP) or
WPA-PSK(AES) and press Enter.
Highlight the
PSK (pre-shared key) text box and press Enter.
Press the pointer button to select individual letters; then press
Enter to input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate
backward and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and press letters, highlight the option and press highlight
Finish and press Enter.
5. When you’re done making these settings, select
Setup complete, and then select Yes to confirm that you want
to save the changes. Press
Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital
Enter. When you’re done,
Return, select
Menu to exit the menu system.
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Enabling EAP, LEAP, or PEAP Authentication

1. Press Menu. Highlight Network and then press Enter.
2. Choose
3. Highlight
Network Configuration and press Enter.
Security, then press Enter.
You see the following screen:
4. Press
Enter to show the menu, then choose EAP-TTLS/MD5,
EAP-TTLS/MS-CHAPv2 EAP-FAST/GTC and press Enter.
, LEAP, PEAP/MS-CHAPv2, or
5. Enter the user name and password that match the settings on your authentication server:
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Highlight the
pointer button to select individual letters; then press
User name text box and press Enter. Press the
Enter to
input a character. To add a blank space or to navigate backward and forward through the input text, highlight the arrows and press
Enter. To toggle symbol settings or capital letters, highlight
the option and press and press
Highlight the Password text box and press Enter. Enter the
Enter.
Enter. When you’re done, highlight Finish
password as you entered the User name.
6. When you’re done making these settings, select
Setup complete, and then select Yes to confirm that you want
to save the changes. Press
Menu to exit the menu system.
Return, select

Enabling EAP-TLS Certificate Validation

1. Press Menu. Highlight Network and then press Enter.
2. Choose
3. Highlight
Network Configuration and press Enter.
Security, then press Enter.
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You see the following screen:
4. Press
5. When you’re done making these settings, select
Enter to show the menu, then choose EAP-TLS and press
Enter.
The certificate information appears on the screen.
Return, select
Setup complete, and then select Yes to confirm that you want
to save the changes. Press
Menu to exit the menu system.

Projecting Over a Network

Once you’ve started EasyMP and set up your projector and computer in either Ad Hoc (Quick) mode or Access Point (Advanced) mode, or in the optional wired LAN mode, as described on page 136, follow these steps to start NS Connection and project over the network.
1. Make sure you’ve set up your projector (see page 56).
2. Windows: Select
Mac OS X: Double-click the Applications folder.
EMP NS Connection from the Start menu.
EMP NS Connection icon in your
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note
If you don’t see your network adapter’s IP address, allow a minute for it to appear. If your access point or AirPort base station uses DHCP (
Distribute IP addresses
setting is enabled for AirPort), sometimes it takes a minute for the server to pick up the IP address.
Once you’ve selected the IP address for your network adapter, you won’t see the Switch network dialog box when you start NS Connection. If you want to change to a different network adapter, click
Extension on the EMP NS
Connection dialog box, then click
Switch LAN on the
extension dialog box.
3. The first time you start NS Connection, you see this dialog box. Choose a connection mode and click
4. If you see a message asking you to disable the firewall, click
OK.
Yes to
make an exception for the projector and allow projection.
You see the screen below. (If you have previously started NS Connection, this may be the first screen you see.)
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Select projector
If the connection is working properly, you see your projector listed. If you have additional Epson projectors on the network, they are also listed, along with their status.
The status is indicated next to each projector’s name.
note
If a projector is in use and is “locked,” you won’t be able to select it.
5. Once the name of your projector appears, select it and click
Connect. If more than one projector is listed, you can select
additional ones and connect to them (up to four) at the same time.
If the selected projector is already being used by another person, you can still connect to it (unless it is “locked”); doing so automatically disconnects the other user. If a projector is locked, you won’t be able to connect to it when it is in use.
If you don’t see the projector, follow the suggestions on page 84.
6. If you set up the projector to prompt you for a keyword before connecting, you see a screen like this one:
Enter keyword
To lock the projector from connection by other users while you are connected, click the
Disable interrupt
connection
De-select it to disable the lock and allow connection by other users.
If Microsoft PowerPoint is already running when you start the projection and you see a message that says you need to restart PowerPoint, close and reopen PowerPoint after starting NS Connection.
checkbox.
Type in the four-digit number displayed on the EasyMP Network screen and click
OK.
7. Once the connection is established, you see your computer’s image transmitted to the screen, and a floating control bar on your computer desktop:
Windows
Macintosh
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8. If necessary, you can drag the control bar out of the way on your screen.
note
If none of these suggestions work, see the troubleshooting information beginning on page 173.
note
The AirPort network name may be different than the AirPort base station name. To check the network name, start the AirPort Admin utility, select your base station, and click
Configure. Then click Show All Settings. The
network name appears on the AirPort tab.
9. When you’re done with your presentation, click
Disconnect on
the control bar.

Solving Connection Problems

If you don’t see your projector, check the following:
1. Make sure your wireless signal is strong enough to establish a connection. If you have a Mac, check the AirPort icon on the Mac menu bar. For Windows, see the documentation for your access point or wireless network card or adapter.
2. Make sure you’re trying to connect to the right network. In Windows, verify that you’ve enabled your computer’s connection to the access point or that your wireless card or adapter is enabled, and that its SSID matches the projector’s ESSID. In Mac OS X, check the AirPort status menu (click the AirPort icon on your menu bar) to make sure AirPort is turned on and the projector’s ESSID or your AirPort network is selected.
3. Make sure you aren’t projecting one of the EasyMP configuration screens. (You should see a message that the projector is ready to connect.) If you have to exit a configuration screen, restart NS Connection.
4. Make sure the ESSID for your projector matches the SSID for your wireless card, adapter, or access point. If you have an AirPort base station, make sure the projector’s ESSID matches the AirPort network name. Remember that the ESSID is case-sensitive.
5. Check the IP address for both your projector and your wireless card, adapter, access point, or AirPort base station. The first three segments of the IP address should be identical. The last segment of the projector’s IP address should be close, but not identical, to the last segment of the IP address for your wireless interface, access point, or base station.
6. Restart your computer and start NS Connection again.
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7. If you still don’t see your projector, follow the instructions in “Connecting in Advanced Connection Mode” on page 86 to connect to the projector.

Using the Control Bar

From the control bar, you can access these NS Connection features:
Displays the Select target projector dialog box.
Stops projection of computer images while connecting to the projector.
The projector projects the computer image.
Pauses projection of computer images. Click again to restart projection.
Starts Presentation Mode for the selected projector. In Presentation Mode, only your slideshow images are projected. See page 93.
Displays the Projector Control screen, which allows you to enable A/V Mute, switch the PC source, or switch the video source.
Starts Movie Sending Mode for projecting MPEG2 videos from your computer. See page 92.
Allows you to set up Multi-screen display and see a preview of how the images will appear on each screen. See page 90.
note
Movie Sending Mode does not work with DVD movies.
Displays the Projector Settings dialog box.
Disconnects the connection to the projector.
Changes which buttons are displayed on the control bar.
Clicking one of the buttons on the control bar may cause a submenu to appear above the control bar.
When you’re done, click the arrow in the upper right corner to close the submenu.
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Connecting in Advanced Connection Mode

1. Click Manual search on the NS Connection screen.
2. Enter the IP address or the projector name for the projector you want to connect to, and click
OK.
The Projector is added to the EMP NS Connection screen.
If the search fails to find a projector with the specified IP address, the searching icon turns into a question mark. If this happens, run EasyMP on your projector (see page 56) to check the projector’s IP address, then repeat this step.
3. Click the projector you want to connect to and click the button. If more than one projector is listed, you can select additional projectors and connect to them at the same time.
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Connect
4. If you are prompted for a keyword, enter the four-digit number displayed on the EasyMP Network screen and click
OK.
The computer’s image is transmitted to the projector and appears on the screen. See page 83 for details about using the floating control bar on your computer desktop.

Enabling Network Security

The projector includes the following network security options which you can enable for network projection:
Data encryption
Encode and transmit data. Even if data is intercepted, it cannot be deciphered. See page 88 to enable encryption.
Connection limitation (Authentication)
A user’s name and a password are registered in advance, which means that only the registered wireless port can connect to the network and prevents unauthorized third parties from connecting to the network.
Firewall
Prevents unauthorized computer access by closing ports that are not used.The security functions that can be used with this projector vary depending on the connection mode of the wireless LAN. Use the firewall function provided with your OS.
The security functions that can be used with this projector vary depending on the connection mode:
Quick Connection Mode
Encrypted communication
note
The authentication and firewall features are only effective when the access point for the connection destination supports the same functions.
Advanced Connection Mode
Encrypted communication, WEP, WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA-PSK (AES), EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS/MD5, EAP-TTLS/MS-CHAPv2, PEAP/MS-CHAPv2, PEAP/GTC, LEAP, EAP-FAST/MS-CHAPv2, EAP-FAST/GTC
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Enabling Data Encryption
1. Click Set options on the main screen.
2. Click the
3. Select the
4. Click
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OK.
General Settings tab.
Encrypt communications checkbox.
Enabling Network Security Options
You need to enable network security including WEP, WPA, EAP, LEAP, or PEAP, or firewall settings on your network and on the projector (see page 75). For network setting details, follow the directions from your network administrator.
If using EAP, you need to make settings at the projector that match the authentication server settings. Check with your network administrator for details on RADIUS settings.
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note
For a Mac, you have to connect a monitor to the computer and use the multi-screen display function. For Windows, even if a monitor is not connected, you can set a virtual display by installing the virtual display driver in EMP NS Connection. See page 182.
For Windows, when the real monitor is connected as a secondary monitor, the image for that screen cannot be projected.
You can adjust each projector’s color to match the images as closely as possible. See page 134.

Multi-screen Projection

When using Multi-screen display, you can set each projector to display a section of the screen or image, to create a single image spanning a large area. Make sure the projectors are at least 3.6 feet apart to avoid overheating.
Here are some examples:
To set up multi-screen display in NS Connection, follow these steps:
1. Click
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Use multi-display.
2. Click Display properties.
3. Drag the monitor icons to arrange the positions of the displays.
4. Close the Display Preferences (Windows) or System Preferences (Macintosh), when you are done arranging the display numbers.
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5. To allocate projectors to each display, choose a number from the menu under
Display.
note
Only MPEG1-Layer2 audio is supported. The maximum supported MPEG2 video resolution is 720 × 480 NTSC or 720 × 756 PAL (without audio).
6. Click the
Connect button when you are ready to project the
image.
7. You can use the Screen Preview button on the NS Connection toolbar to check the image on each screen.

Projecting Video Clips

You can project full-screen MPEG2 video clips with audio in real time (30 frames per second). For best performance, advanced wireless mode, 802.11g, or 802.11a are recommended.
1. Click the Movie Sending Mode button on the NS Connection toolbar.
2. If you are connected to more than one projector, select the one you want to use for the video.
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3. Click the Select file button. Locate the MPEG2 video you want to project and click
Open.
4. Use the standard playback buttons on the screen to start, pause, rewind, and control other video functions.
5. When you’re finished projecting video, click the
Close button on
the screen.

Using Special Presentation Modes

Your projector provides several features that allow you to show presentation slides to your audience and hide other activity on your laptop. Both work with PowerPoint in Windows and Keynote Macintosh.
Presentation Mode displays only slides to your audience and hides
other activity on your computer.
Presenter View lets you see your notes and slideshow controls
while projecting your slides.
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on
note
The video will be projected on the screen, but will not appear on the host computer.
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note
If you want to display an image or logo instead of a black screen, you can replace the image.jpg file in the EMP NS Connection V2 \Image folder. In windows, this is located in C:\Program Files \Epson Projector \EMP NS Connection V2\image. In MAC OS X, it is located in \Applications\EMP NS Connection V2\Image. Disconnect and then reconnect to the projector after you replace the image.

Using Presentation Mode

In Presentation Mode, the projector shows a black screen (or an image of your choice) while you search for files or perform other activities on your laptop. When you start a PowerPoint (Windows) or Keynote (Mac) slideshow, the projector shows your slides.
1. Click the Presentation Mode button on the NS Connection toolbar. The projector displays a black screen with the Epson logo.
2. Open your presentation in PowerPoint or Keynote.
3. In Keynote, select
Present on secondary display.
4. In PowerPoint, open the Slide Show pull-down menu and select
Set Up Show. Set the Multiple monitors box to Display slide show on
Monitor 2. Then click OK.
5. Start your slideshow. The projector displays your slides. When you finish your slideshow, the projector again displays a black screen.
6. When you want to exit Presentation Mode, click the Presentation Mode button on the NS Connection toolbar.
Preferences. Set the Presentation Mode to

Using Presenter View

Presenter View allows you to see your PowerPoint notes and controls on your laptop while projecting only the presentation slides to your audience. Follow these steps to set up and use Presenter View:
1. Make sure you have at least one EPSON Virtual Display enabled.
If you did not enable Virtual Displays when you installed NS Connection, select
All Programs
then check the driver has not passed Windows Logo testing, click
Anyway
2. Launch NS Connection as described on page 81.
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EPSON Projector from Start > Programs or
. Select Add-Remove EPSON Virtual Display,
EPSON Virtual Display 1. If you see a message that
Continue
. Then restart your computer.
3. Click Use multi-display, then click Display properties.
4. On the Display Properties screen in Windows, make sure your Epson Projector Virtual Display Driver is selected, then check
Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor and click OK
.
In the Mac OS X Displays program, select the and uncheck the
Mirror Displays setting to deselect it.
Arrangement tab
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5. Set your projector to Display 2 (or the Virtual Display Driver you selected in step 4) in NS Connection, then click
Connect.
6. Open your presentation in PowerPoint or Keynote.
7. In Keynote, select
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Preferences.
In PowerPoint, open the Slide Show pull-down menu and select
Set Up Show.
8. In Keynote, set the Presentation Mode to
display
.
In PowerPoint, set the Multiple monitors box to
show on
Virtual Display) and check
OK.
Monitor 2 (or the monitor associated with your Epson
Show Presenter View. Then click
Present on secondary
Display slide
9. Start your slideshow.
The projector displays the slides, and your laptop displays your notes and controls.
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Presenting from a USB Drive, Camera, or CompactFlash Card

The projector’s EasyMP PC Free feature lets you give presentations
from a USB flash drive, digital camera, USB multicard reader, or CompactFlash card. You can play movies, display graphics, or play a scenario, a format that lets you create your own slideshow using PowerPoint files, image files, and MPEG videos.
When a CompactFlash card is inserted and the projector is on a network, you can also transfer files to the card over the network. See page 51 for instructions.
This chapter covers the following:
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note
Also make sure you’ve installed the EMP SlideMaker software (available for Windows only), as described on page 182.
Presenting files from a USB drive or CompactFlash card
Presenting image files from a digital camera
Creating a slideshow on the fly
Creating a scenario
Transferring your scenario to a USB drive
Presenting scenarios
Supported file formats
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Presenting Files From a USB Drive or CompactFlash Card

This section explains how to project individual image or movie files from a USB hard drive, flash memory drive, or CompactFlash card using EasyMP. See page 118 for a list of the supported file formats.
Follow these steps to display images or play movies:
1. Connect your external drive or insert your CompactFlash memory card (see page 50).
If you are using an external hard drive, plug in its power cord.
2. Turn on the projector, if it is not already on.
3. Select EasyMP as the source by pressing the the remote control.
If you have more than one card inserted in a multicard reader, use the pointer button on the remote control to select the card you want to use and press
You see your files displayed on the screen:
4. If your files are in a folder, use the pointer button on the remote control to select the folder and press
Enter.
EasyMP button on
Enter.
If your files are not in a folder, skip to step 6.
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