Epson 61P-81P User Manual
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Connect the projector
to your notebook
Locate the required cables:
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Epson®PowerLite®61p/81p
Quick Setup
Power cord Computer cable
Connect the computer cable to the
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Computer 1/Component Video 1
port on the projector.
Connect the other end to your notebook’s video-out
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or monitor port.
NOTE: If your notebook has a DVI connector, you need to either
connect a DVI-to-VGA adapter to the included computer cable (see
your computer’s documentation), or purchase an optional DVI to
VGA cable (for a higher-quality image). See your User’s Guide.
Follow these instructions to connect the projector to your
notebook. For other setup options, see your User’s Guide.
Connect the power cord to the
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projector, then plug the other end
into a grounded electrical outlet.
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urn on your equipment
Turn on your notebook.
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Remove the projector’s lens cover.
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Make sure the Power light
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is orange and not flashing.
Power light is orange
and not flashing
Adjust the image
If you’ve turned on your notebook and you don’t see an image, press
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the Source Search button on the projector 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.
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
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Focus ring
to sharpen
the image
Zoom ring
to adjust the
image size
Press the Power button
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to turn on the projector.
The projector beeps and
the Power light flashes
as the projector warms up.
CAUTION: Before unplugging the projector...
To shut down the projector properly:
1.Press the Power button twice. The projector beeps twice, the lamp
turns off, and the Power light flashes orange (about 60 seconds).
2. Once the light stops flashing and stays on, it’s safe to unplug
the projector.
Never unplug the projector when the Power light is green or
flashing orange.
Power button
Rotate the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image. (You can also
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move the projector closer to or farther from the screen.)
If your image looks like or , you’ve placed the projector off to
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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 , use the or buttons to
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square up the image.
Using the remote control
If this is your first time using the
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remote, press the tab in to release
the cover. Then remove the cover.
Insert the batteries as shown and
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replace the battery cover.
Quick Setup
Epson®PowerLite®61p/81p
Troubleshooting
If you see a blank screen...
If you see a blank screen or the No signal message after turning on
your notebook, check the following:
Make sure the Power light on the projector is green
and not flashing, and the lens cover is off.
Press the Comp 1 button on the remote control
to select Computer 1 as the image source.
Zoom in on part of
the projected image
Navigate projector
menus and control
pointer
Turn off projector
display and sound
Choose which
source to display
Search for the
correct source
Turn the projector
on and off
Freeze the projector display
(presentation and sound
continue unless stopped)
Display projector
menus
Control projector
volume
If you’re using a Windows
your 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. Allow a few seconds
for the projector to sync up after changing the setting.
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notebook, press the function key on
If the projector and notebook
don’t display the same image...
If your image displays either on the projector or notebook, but not on
both, check the following:
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.
With the USB cable included with the projector, you can use the remote as
a wireless mouse. For more information on the wireless mouse function
and on general use of the remote control, see your User’s Guide.
NOTE: Put your remote in a safe place. You’ll need it if you use a
password with the projector. See the User’s Guide for details.
Where to get help
Telephone Support Services
To use the Epson PrivateLine®Support service, call (800) 637-7661
and enter 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
one of these numbers:
1.From the Windows Control Panel, open the Display utility.
2. In the Display Properties dialog box, click the
Settings tab, then click Advanced.
3. 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.
See your notebook’s manual or online help
for details.
Macintosh
1.From the Apple®menu, select System
Preferences, then select Displays.
2. Select the Color LCD dialog box.
3.Click the Arrange (or Arrangement) tab
and click Mirror Displays.
Macintosh OS 9.x or earlier
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OS X
U.S.:(562) 276-4394, 6
Monday through Friday
Canada:(905) 709-3839, 6
Monday through Friday
Toll or long distance charges may apply.
Electronic Support Services
Epson provides technical assistance through electronic support
services 24 hours a day at http://support.epson.com. For tips,
templates, and training for developing successful presentations
go to http://www.presentersonline.com.
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1.From the Apple menu, select Control
Panels, then click Monitors or
Monitors and Sound.
2.Click the Arrange icon.
3.Drag one monitor icon
on top of the other.
If the Arrange option isn’t available, click the
Monitor icon and select a Simulscan resolution.
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