Epson 1830 User Manual

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PowerLite® 1830

Quick Setup

Before using the projector, make sure you read the safety instructions in the User’s Guide on your projector CD.

Connect the projector

Choose from the following connections:

Computer Monitor Port

Connect a computer using the VGA cable that came with the projector.

Video Player

Connect up to 4 video devices and use the remote control to switch between them.

Audio cable*

S-Video cable*

VGA cable

Connect one end to the projector’s Computer1 or Computer2 port, and the other end to your computer’s monitor port. If you are using a notebook, switch it to external display. You can also connect an audio cable.

Computer USB Port

Connect a computer (Windows® 2000 or later only) using the USB cable that came with the projector.

Connect the square end of the USB cable to the projector’s USB TypeB (square) port. Connect the flat end of the cable to any USB port on your computer.

RCA video cable (composite video)*

* These cables are optional.

Component video to VGA cable*

Camera or USB Device

Connect a digital camera, Epson Document Camera, or other USB device to the projector’s USB Type A (flat) port.

Digital camera

Thumb drive

Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Epson USB Display software. (You need to install the software only the first time you connect.) Then press the USB button on the remote control.

Network (LAN)

Connect the projector to your network using an Ethernet® cable. See “Network Configuration” on the back of this sheet for more information.

DC-06 document camera

If you connect a digital camera or USB storage device, you can use the projector’s Slideshow feature. See the Network and PC Free Operation Guide on your projector CD.

For information on connecting an external monitor or external speakers, see the User’s Guide on your projector CD.

Turn on your equipment

Turn on your computer or video source.

Plug in the projector.

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Open the A/V Mute slide all the way.

Press the power button on the projector or remote control.

Power light

Power button

Using the remote control

Make sure the batteries are installed as shown (two AA batteries).

Turn projector

on and off

Turn off projector

display and sound

Choose which source to display

The power light flashes green, then stays on.

NOTE: To shut down the projector, press the power button twice, then unplug it. You don’t have to wait for the projector to cool down.

Adjust the image

If you don’t see an image, press the Source Search button on the

projector or the remote control to select the image source.

NOTE: If you still see a blank screen or have other display problems, see

the troubleshooting tips on the back of this sheet.

To raise the image, press the gray foot release lever and lift the front of

the projector. Release the lever to lock the foot in position.

Change

presentation

slides (USB

connection only)

Navigate

projector

menus

You can use the remote control to operate the projector. With the USB cable, you can use the remote as a wireless mouse. For more information on using the remote control, see your User’s Guide.

Control projector volume

Turn the focus ring to sharpen the image.

Turn the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image.

Focus

Zoom

If your image looks like or , you’ve placed the projector off to

one side of the screen at an angle. Place it directly in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely.

If your image looks like or , press the or buttons on the

projector to correct it.

Network configuration

Project over the network

If you need to configure the projector for your network, you can use the projector’s menu system.

Press the Menu button on the remote control, select the Network

menu, then press Enter.

Choose Network Configuration and press Enter.

Select the Wired LAN menu and press Enter.

Choose IP Settings and press Enter. You see a screen like the following:

Install EasyMP® Network Projection and Easy Management® EasyMP Monitor (Windows only) on each computer that will project over the network. Use the CD labeled Epson Projector Software for Meeting & Monitoring to install these programs.

Press the LAN button on the remote control.

Start EasyMP Network Projection on your computer.

Windows: Select

> EasyMP Network Projection.

Mac OS

Applications folder.

Select Advanced Connection Mode, then click OK.

X: Double-click the EasyMP Network Projection icon in your

Start > Programs or All Programs > EPSON Projector

Do one of the following:

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To enter numbers, use the arrow buttons on the remote control to

If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the DHCP

setting.

If your network does not assign addresses automatically, turn off

DHCP and enter the projector’s IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway Address, as needed.

highlight a number, then press the Enter button. When you’re finished entering an address, highlight Return, then press Enter.

To prevent the IP address from appearing on the network standby

screen, set the IP Address Display setting to Off.

When you’re done, select Complete and press Enter to save your

settings. Then press Enter again to confirm.

Press the Menu button to exit the menu system.

Select the projector you want to connect to, then click Connect.

If you don’t see the projector you want, click the

button.

If you see a message asking for a keyword, enter the four digits that

appear on the LAN standby screen and click OK.

Your computer image is projected, with a floating toolbar:

When you’re done presenting, click Disconnect on the toolbar.

NOTE: For more information about using and monitoring the projector on

a network, see your Network and PC Free Operation Guide and EasyMP Monitor Operation Guide (Windows only). These guides are installed

along with your projector User’s Guide and are viewable by clicking the icons for them on your computer desktop.

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Troubleshooting

Where to get help

If you see a blank screen...

If you see a blank screen or the No signal message after turning on your computer, check the following:

Make sure the power light on the projector is green and not flashing, and

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the A/V Mute slide is open.

Press the Source Search button on the projector or the remote control to

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select the computer as the image source.

If you’re using a Windows notebook, press the function key on your

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keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be labelled

CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it.

If the projector and notebook don’t display the same image...

Windows

Try using the CRT/LCD or key as described above. On most systems, this key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time.

If that doesn’t work, check your monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled.

From the Windows Control Panel, open the Display utility. In Windows

Vista®, right-click on the desktop and select Personalize, then select Display Settings.

Manuals

For more information about using the projector, install the manuals from your projector CD.

Telephone Support Services

To use the Epson PrivateLine the PIN on the Epson PrivateLine Support card included with your projector. This service is available 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, for the duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing:

(562) 276-4394 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada), 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday

Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Internet Support

Visit epson.com/support for solutions to common problems. You can download utilities and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.

Registration

Register today to get product updates, special promotions, and customer-only offers. You can use the CD included with your projector or register online at

www.epson.com/webreg.

Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter

Click Settings, then click Advanced or Advanced Settings.

The method for adjusting the setting varies; you may have to click a

Monitor tab, then make sure the external Monitor port is set as your

primary display and/or enabled.

Optional accessories

For a list of optional accessories, see your projector User’s Guide.

You can purchase screens, carrying cases, 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).

Mac OS X

From the Apple® menu, select System Preferences, then select Display

or Displays.

Click Detect Displays.

Make sure the VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected.

Click Arrangement or Arrange, then make sure Mirror Displays is

selected.

Epson, EasyMP, and Easy Management are registered trademarks, and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. PowerLite and PrivateLine are registered trademarks of Epson America, 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.

This information is subject to change without notice.