Epson 5600p User Manual

EPSON® PowerLite® 5600p and 7600p

Multimedia Projectors

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 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.

User’s Guide

, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service

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.

EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

Extra Care is a service mark; EPSON Store and SizeWise are trademarks; and Presenters Club, PrivateLine, and PowerLite 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.

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Welcome

Setting Up

the Projector

Getting the Most from Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Reading This Manual Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Unpacking the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Additional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting to a Laptop Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting the Computer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control . . 13

Amplifying Computer Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting to Video Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting an RCA Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting an S-Video Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting a Component (BNC) Video Cable . . . . . . 18

Connecting the Audio Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using the

Projector

Turning On Your Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Turning On the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Focusing and Zooming Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Adjusting the Height of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Adjusting the Image Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Resizing the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Adjusting the Tracking and Synchronization . . . . . . . . 28

Controlling the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using the

Remote Control

Fine-tuning

the Projector

Installing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Turning On the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Controlling the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Stopping Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Zooming Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Displaying Picture-in-Picture Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Highlighting Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Using the Pointer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Using Box Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Spotlighting Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Using Horizontal and Vertical Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse . . . . . . . . . 40

Using the Projector’s Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Changing Menu Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Repositioning the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Adjusting Image Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Saving and Recalling Computer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Adjusting the Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Customizing the Highlighting Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Creating Your Own Startup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Capturing the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Choosing When to Display the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Setting Advanced Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Maintaining

and Transporting the Projector

Solving

Problems

Appendix A: Connecting to Additional Equipment

Cleaning the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Replacing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Resetting the Lamp Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Using On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

What To Do When the Lights Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Solving Problems with the Image or Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Telephone Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Installing the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Controlling the Projector from a Computer . . . . . . . . . 78

Connecting to an External Audio System . . . . . . . . . . 79

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Connecting the Computer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Connecting the Mouse Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Connecting the Audio Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Connecting the Computer Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Connecting the Mouse Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Connecting the Audio Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Connecting to a Second Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Connecting to a High-End Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Connecting to a DVI Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Appendix B: Notices

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

FCC Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Appendix C: Technical Specifications

Index

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Projection Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Mouse Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Remote IR Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Compatible Video Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Interface Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Computer Video Port Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Image Size and Projection Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Welcome

The

EPSON® PowerLite® 5600p and PowerLite 7600p are portable projectors offering 2200 ANSI lumens of brightness. From boardrooms to auditoriums, your full-color presentations and videos will be bright and visible even in ordinary room lighting.

Images are displayed at a resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels (PowerLite 7600p) or 800 × 600 pixels (PowerLite 5600p). The 1.3-inch LCD provides a high contrast ratio for incredibly vivid images and clear text. Improved video processing reduces “color noise” for rich, saturated images, while reduced light leakage and whisper-quiet operation contribute to theater-quality video.

With EPSON’s patented SizeWise computer displays ranging from VGA through UXGA (or SXGA on the PowerLite 5600p). The projector also supports the new Digital Visual Interface (DVI) format.

™

chip, the projector supports

You can connect the projector to a wide range of computers, including

IBM

compatible PCs and laptops, Apple® Macintosh,® Power Macintosh computers, many iMac workstations such as the Sun

You can use any of the following video sources: VCR, DVD player, camcorder, digital camera, or laser disc player. The projector supports composite video, S-Video, and component video, and it automatically senses the video format (HDTV, NTSC, PAL, or SECAM).

™

series (including G3 and G4 systems), PowerBook®

™

and iBook™ series systems, and high-end

SPARCstation.

™

Welcome

note

You can connect a maximum of four sources at the same time.

Getting the Most from Your Projector

Your EPSON PowerLite projector is a highly versatile presentation tool. You can connect it to one or two computer sources and up to three video sources and easily switch between them. You can also include sound for up to two of the sources.

Depending on your presentation, you can take advantage of any or all of these options:

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Connecting to a laptop or other computer

If you want to connect to a PC laptop or Macintosh PowerBook, see page 12. To connect to a desktop computer, a workstation, a computer that outputs video in Digital Visual Interface (DVI) format, or more than one computer, see Appendix A.

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Connecting to video sources

You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, digital camera, or any other video source to your projector. You can connect up to three video sources at the same time (with or without a computer) and easily switch between them. See page 15 for instructions.

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Using the remote control

The remote control lets you switch from one computer or video source to another, with access to picture-in-picture, pointer, zoom, and many other projector features. For details, see “Using the Remote Control” on page 31.

Welcome

By connecting an additional cable, you can also use the remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you click through slideshow-style presentations (such as PowerPoint

) from up to

30 feet away. For more information, see page 40.

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Including sound in your presentation

If your presentation includes sound, you can connect an audio cable to use the projector’s built-in stereo speakers. For details, see page 14 (for laptops) or Appendix A (for other systems).

If you’re permanently installing the projector, you may wish to connect external speakers or a public address system to the projector’s

Audio Out

port; see page 79.

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Controlling Your Projector from a Computer

If you want to be able to control the projector’s settings from your computer (for example, if the projector is ceiling-mounted), you can install the EMP Link V program on the Projector Software CD-ROM. For details, see page 78.

Using Your Documentation

To connect the projector to your laptop and get your presentation up and running fast, see the Quick Setup sheet in your Owner’s Kit.

This book contains all the information you need to set up and use your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it:

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Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

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Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

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Notes contain important information about your projector.

Reading This Manual Online

Your PowerLite 5600p/7600p CD-ROM includes an electronic copy of this manual. You may find it convenient to copy it onto your laptop’s hard drive so it’s always with you—for example, when taking your presentation on the road.

To view your electronic manual, you need to use Adobe Reader. Just insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive, select the

Install/View User’s Guide View User’s Guide

button and click

Install User’s Guide

Acrobat®

note

The EMP Link program is optional; you do not need to install it to use the projector.

note

If you do not have Acrobat Reader, you can install it from the CD-ROM.

When you open the manual, you see this toolbar:

navigation pane

show

first page last page

Welcome

note

If the hand changes to an index finger while holding the mouse pointer over text,

ou can click to jump to a

Getting More Information

Need tips on giving presentations? Quick steps for setting up your projector? Here’s where you can look for help:

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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

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Quick Setup sheet

Gives you all the instructions you need to get your projector set up and connected to a laptop or PowerBook computer.

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Owner’s Kit folder

Includes your Quick Setup sheet, warranty brochures, CD-ROMs, and EPSON PrivateLine the folder and keep the folder with your projector at all times.

—and it’s free.

Support card. Store this User’s Guide in

note

You don’t need to install any software to use your projector.

Welcome

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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 66

for details.

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support.epson.com

Download FAQs and e-mail your questions to EPSON support.

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CD-ROMs

Your Owner’s Kit includes two CD-ROMs. The PowerLite 5600p/7600p CD-ROM lets you register electronically and includes an electronic copy of this book as well as a link to Presenters Online. On the Projector Software CD-ROM, you’ll find the optional EMP Link V program and its User’sGuide.

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 card in your Owner’s Kit. Or take advantage of EPSON’s automated support services 24 hours a day. See page 75 for more information.

Registration and Warranty

Your projector comes with a basic carry-in warranty as well as an international warranty that let you project with confidence anywhere in the world. For details, see the warranty brochures included in your Owner’s Kit.

In addition, for customers who register their projector, EPSON offers free Extra Care 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 via overnight delivery. See the brochure in your Owner’s Kit for details.

To register, simply insert the PowerLite 5600p/7600p CD-ROM that came with your projector and select lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and services. You can register through the Internet, by e-mail or 800-number modem connection, or by printing out the form to fax or mail.

Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment

. Registering also

Welcome

projector

Unpacking the Projector

After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown below:

EPSON PowerLite 5600p/7600p

Power

Freeze

A/V Mute

R/C ON

E-Zoom

OFF

Enter

Esc

remote control

batteries

CD-ROM (not needed to use your projector)

Projector Software CD-ROM (optional)

power cord

computer cable computer audio cable

RCA video cable

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 a carrying case (such as the optional cases available from EPSON). See page 8 for more information about cases.

PS/2 MOUSE

USB mouse cable PS/2

mouse cable

RCA audio cable

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Additional Components

Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need additional components:

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To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. (One is usually provided with your video device.)

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To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video device having BNC connectors, you need a VGA-to-3BNC cable. You can purchase this from EPSON; see page 8.

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To connect two computers to the projector at the same time, you need an additional VGA computer cable like the one included with the projector. To amplify the second computer’s audio through the projector’s sound system, you need an RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo cable. See your computer or electronics dealer to obtain these cables.

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Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may need the Macintosh adapter set shown on page 83 (available from EPSON; see page 8). Older iMac systems may need a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your computer dealer.

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Some systems may need an additional cable to use the remote control as a wireless mouse. If your Macintosh doesn’t have a USB port, you’ll need a Macintosh mouse cable. If your PC doesn’t have a USB or PS/2 port, you’ll need a PC serial mouse cable. See your projector dealer to obtain the correct cable.

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If you plan to use the EMP Link V software to control the projector, you’ll need a standard serial cable, which you may purchase from your computer dealer.

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To take advantage of the projector’s Digital Visual Interface, you need a DVI cable, and your computer must be capable of producing video signals in DVI format (for details, see page 88). You can purchase this cable from EPSON; see page 8.

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Optional Accessories

To enhance your use of the projector, EPSON provides the following optional accessories:

Product Product number

Replacement lamp and air filter ELPLP12

Long throw zoom lens ELPAL01

Wide angle lens ELPAW01

Customized carrying cases:

Samsonite ATA molded hard shell case ATA shipping case

Ceiling mount ELPMB34

Suspension adapter for ceiling mount ELPMBAST

Kensington security lock ELPSL01

Projection screens:

50-inch portable screen 60-inch Insta Theatre screen 80-inch Insta Theatre screen

Wireless microphone and two satellite speakers ELPCUS1

Auxiliary audio system ELPPAS1



wheeled soft case

ELPKS35 ELPKS38 ELPKS39

ELPSC06 ELPSC07 ELPSC08

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Remote control receiver (plugs into projector to extend range of remote control)

Remote control receiver kit (includes standard receiver and clip-on receiver for attachment directly to remote control)

Macintosh adapter set (includes monitor adapter and desktop adapter)

Component video cable (VGA to 3BNC) ELPKC19

Digital video cables:

DVI to DVI, 10 feet (3 meters) DVI to DFP, 10 feet (3 meters)

ELPST02

ELPST04

ELPAP01

ELPKC20 ELPKC21

You can purchase these accessories from your dealer, by calling EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.

Setting Up the Projector

This chapter tells you how to set up the projector for a laptop

computer or video presentation. If you need to set up the projector for a permanent installation or connect it to a desktop or workstation computer, see Appendix A.

You’ll find instructions for the following in this chapter:

Positioning the projector

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Connecting to a laptop computer

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Connecting to video sources

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Setting Up the Projector

caution

p y

Don’t hold or lift the

rojector by the lens, or

ou may damage it.

note

It’s easier to position the

rojector when the screen is directly in front of the room. If the screen is placed diagonally in a corner, it’s much more difficult to aim the projector correctly at the screen and get a square image.

Positioning the Projector

Before connecting the projector, you need to decide where to place it. The location you choose depends on the size of the room and what you are projecting.

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Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, approximately

3.6 to 48 feet from the screen.

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Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector.

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Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord, and within 5 feet of your computer and/or video source.

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Place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. Otherwise, your image will not be square.

Most presenters find it convenient to place the projector in front of the audience, leaving as much space as possible between the projector and the screen to get a good-sized image. This lets the presenter stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it.

Use the figure below as a guideline to help you determine how far from the screen to place the projector. Image size generally increases with distance, but may vary depending on how you position the zoom ring and whether you have adjusted the image size with other settings. The dimensions shown are based on using the standard lens.

3.6 to 4.6 ft7 to 9 ft36 to 48 feet distance from screen

Setting Up the Projector

If you place the projector below the level of the screen, you’ll have to tilt it up by extending the feet as shown. Tilting the projector upward causes the image to lose its square shape, but you can correct the distortion by pressing the

Keystone

button as described in the next

chapter.

ideal height

If you place the projector level with the bottom of the screen, the image will be square and you won’t have to adjust it. If you place the projector higher than the bottom of the screen, the image will still be square, but you won’t be able to fill the whole screen with the image.

note

After positioning the projector, you may want to connect a Kensington MicroSaver device to the lock port on the projector’s left side. You can purchase this from EPSON; see “Optional Accessories” on page 8

anti-theft

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting to a Laptop Computer

note

To connect to desktops and other computer systems, see

ppendix A. If you have an iBook with an RCA videoout port, follow the instructions for connecting to a video device on page 16.

You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including PC notebook and laptop computers, Macintosh PowerBooks, and hand-held devices.

Connecting the Computer Cable

Before you start, make sure your computer and the projector are turned off.

1. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s

Computer 1

computer

cable

port.

Computer 1 port

note

Laptop configurations vary. See your computer manual

or the location of the ports

needed to connect your

rojector.

Setting Up the Projector

2. Make sure the

Computer 1

switch is flipped to the left (to

Analog

the

position, as shown). If necessary, use the tip of a ballpoint pen to slide it over.

3. Connect the other end of the computer cable to your laptop’s video-out or monitor port.

If you’re using a PowerBook and you can’t connect the cable, you may need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter as shown on page 83 (available from EPSON; see page 8).

Computer 1 switch (slide to left)

4. Tighten the screws on the connectors.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 22 for instructions.

Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control

Using the remote control as a wireless mouse lets you control your computer and click through slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint, from up to 30 feet away (for details, see page 40). This gives you more flexibility in delivering your presentation, since you won’t need to stand near your computer.

1. Locate the cable you need, depending on whether your laptop has a round PS/2 mouse port or a flat USB mouse port.

2. Connect the round end of the cable to the projector’s

Mouse1

port, as shown.

mouse cable

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the external mouse port or USB port on your laptop.

4. If necessary, configure your laptop to work with an external mouse.

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 22 for instructions.

note

If you’re using a PowerBook that has a round mouse port, you’ll need a Macintosh mouse cable. If you have a PC laptop with a serial mouse port, you’ll need a serial mouse cable. See your projector dealer to obtain the correct cable.

Setting Up the Projector

Amplifying Computer Audio

Your laptop probably has its own sound system; however, it may not be adequate for your presentation. If you need more volume or better sound quality, you can connect the audio cable to take advantage of the projector’s built-in amplifier and stereo speakers.

1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the

Audio (Computer1)

jack on the projector.

audio cable

2. Connect the other end of the audio cable to your laptop’s headphone jack or audio-out jack. (Jack locations vary; see your computer manual if you’re not sure of which jack to use.)

If you don’t need to make any other connections, you can plug in your projector and turn it on. See page 22 for instructions.

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting to Video Sources

You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, digital camera, or any other compatible video source to your projector.

The projector supports HDTV, NTSC, PAL, and SECAM, and automatically detects the video format. (However, if you’re using a 60-hertz PAL system, you’ll need to select as described on page 47.)

The projector can receive composite video, S-Video, and component video. You can connect one or more of these video sources at the same time. However, these sources share the same audio input port, so you can connect audio for only one of the sources (see page 19).

The type of cable you use depends on whether you have composite video, S-Video, or component video.

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For composite video, use the RCA video cable included with the projector.

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For S-Video, use the S-Video cable supplied with your video device or obtain one from your electronics dealer.

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For component video, you’ll need a VGA-to-3BNC cable. You can purchase this from EPSON; see page 8.

PAL60

in the Video menu,

note

The projector does not support TV antenna cable F-connectors.

See the following illustration if you’re not sure which type of connectors you have.

composite video

RCA connector

S-Video

4-pin, mini-DIN

component video

Follow the instructions below for your type of connection.

BNC connector

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting an RCA Video Cable

Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or other video source are turned off.

1. Connect the yellow plug on one end of the RCA video cable to the projector’s

RCA video cable

2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video-out jack on your video source.

Video

Video jack

jack.

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To include sound in your presentation, connect the RCA audio cable as described on page 19.

Connecting an S-Video Cable

If your video source has an S-Video jack, you can use it to project a higher quality video image. However, you’ll need an S-Video cable, which may be included with your video source, or can be purchased separately.

Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or other video source are turned off.

1. Insert one end of an S-Video cable into the projector’s

S-Video

connector.

S-Video connector

S-Video cable

2. Insert the other end into the S-Video output port of your video source.

To include sound in your presentation, connect the RCA audio cable as described on page 19.

Setting Up the Projector

Connecting a Component (BNC) Video Cable

If your video source has component (BNC) connectors, you can use them to project a higher quality video image. However, you’ll need a VGA-to-3BNC video cable, which is available from EPSON; see page 8.

Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or other video device are turned off.

1. Connect the VGA end of the cable to the projector’s

Computer 2/Component Video

Computer 2/

Component Video port

port.

Setting Up the Projector

BNC cable

2. Connect the red, green, and blue leads at the opposite end of the cable to the corresponding connectors on your video source.

3. If the image doesn’t display properly, you may need to change the

BNC

option in the projector’s Setting menu (see page 54).

To include sound in your presentation, connect the RCA audio cable as described on page 19.

Connecting the Audio Cable

To include sound in your video presentation, you need to connect the RCA audio cable that came with your projector. If you’ve connected more than one video source, you can include sound for just one of the sources. (You can also include sound for your computer source; see page 14.)

1. Connect the RCA audio cable to the left and right on the projector (insert the white plug into the plug into the

port).

Audio 2 jacks

RCA audio cable

Audio 2

port and the red

2. Connect the plugs at the other end of the cable to the audio output jacks on your video source.

jacks

Setting Up the Projector

Using the Projector

Once you’ve connected the projector to your computer or other

equipment (as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A), you’re ready to turn on the projector, adjust the image, and give your presentation.

Although you can operate the projector without it, the remote control lets you use additional features. See Chapter 3 for instructions on using the remote. This chapter covers the following:

Turning on the projector and other equipment

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Adjusting the image

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Controlling the projector

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Shutting down the projector

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Using the Projector

Turning On Your Equipment

Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A. Then turn on your projector, as described below, followed by any equipment you’ve connected to it. You can turn on your computer and video equipment in any order, but if you have more than one computer or video source connected, you may have to switch to the desired source as described on page 29.

Turning On the Projector

Follow these steps to plug in and turn on the projector:

1. Connect one end of the power cord to the projector’s power inlet.

Using the Projector

2. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet.

The power light on the projector’s control panel turns orange, indicating that the projector is receiving power but not yet turned on.

3. Remove the lens cap.

4. Press the red

Power

Power button

power light

button on top of the projector.

Power

The power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and the projection lamp comes on in about 30 seconds. The power light stays green, and you may see a blue screen with the

No Signal

message displayed. This is normal.

5. Do one of the following:

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Turn on or restart your computer. In a few moments, you should see your computer display projected.

warning

Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children.

(Windows only: If you see a New Hardware Found message saying that it has found a plug-and-play monitor, click

Cancel

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If you’re projecting a video, press the

Play

button on your

video source.

If a projected image fails to appear, see the next section for help.

Once you see your image, turn to page 26 for instructions on focusing and making other image adjustments.

When you’re done with your presentation, shut down the projector as described on page 30. Shutting down the projector correctly prevents premature lamp failure and possible damage to the projector from overheating.

Using the Projector

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

No Signal

If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the

No Signal

message

after turning on your computer or video source, try the following:

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Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on page 12 (for laptops) or in Appendix A (for other systems).

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Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the lens cover is off.

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Try restarting your computer.

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If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source, you may need to press the

Computer

Video

button on top of the projector to select the correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.)

If you’re using a PowerBook:

You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:

1. From the Apple menu, select

Monitors and Sound.

2. Click the

Arrange

icon.

Control Panels

, then click

Using the Projector

click here

drag one monitor

icon on top of

the other

3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other.

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Epson 5600p User Manual

Contents

Welcome

Getting the Most from Your Projector

Using Your Documentation

Reading This Manual Online

Getting More Information

Registration and Warranty

Unpacking the Projector

Additional Components

Optional Accessories

Positioning the Projector

Connecting to a Laptop Computer

Connecting the Computer Cable

Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control

Amplifying Computer Audio

Connecting to Video Sources

Connecting an RCA Video Cable

Connecting an S-Video Cable

Connecting a Component (BNC) Video Cable

Connecting the Audio Cable

Turning On Your Equipment

Turning On the Projector

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen