Introduction to Your Projector ................................................................................................................. 10
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Welcome to the PowerLite 1780W/1781W/1785W/1795F User's Guide.
For a printable PDF copy of this guide, click here.
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Introduction to Your Projector
Refer to these sections to learn more about your projector and this manual.
Projector Features
Notations Used in the Documentation
Where to Go for Additional Information
Projector Part Locations
Projector Features
Your projector includes these special features:
Bright, high-resolution projection system
• PowerLite 1780W: Up to 3000 lumens of color brightness (color light output) and 3000 lumens of white
brightness (white light output)
• PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F: Up to 3200 lumens of color brightness (color light output) and 3200
lumens of white brightness (white light output)
Note: Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending
on usage conditions. Color light output measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4; white light output
measured in accordance with ISO 21118.
• Wireless network support for projection, monitoring, and control via remote
• Projection from iOS or Android devices and free Epson iProjection app; visit epson.com/iprojection
(U.S.) or epson.ca/iprojection (Canada) for more information
• PC Free photo slide shows via connected USB memory devices or Epson document camera
• HDMI port for video devices, including MHL support
• Miracast screen mirroring for laptops and mobile devices (PowerLite 1785W/1795F)
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Easy-to-use setup and operation features
• Epson's quick-connect on-screen QR code feature for easy wireless setup
• Real-time, automatic vertical and horizontal keystone correction (Auto H/V-Keystone) always
displays a rectangular screen (PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F)
• Screen Fit feature automatically resizes images for your projection screen (PowerLite
1781W/1785W/1795F)
• Epson's Instant Off and Direct Power On features for quick setup and shut down
• Network message broadcast system to project timely messages to all networked projectors (Windows
only)
• Gesture Presenter feature for remote control free presentations (PowerLite 1785W/1795F)
Note: The PowerLite 1795F is shown in most illustrations in this manual, unless mentioned otherwise.
Product Box Contents
Additional Components
Additional Projector Software and Manuals
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts
Warranty and Registration Information
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector
Related concepts
Image Shape
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Related tasks
Turning On the Projector
Using the Home Screen
Product Box Contents
Save all the packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or
equivalent) when shipping.
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Make sure your projector box included all of these parts:
1Projector
2Remote control
3Remote control batteries (two AA alkaline)
4Power cord
5VGA computer cable
6USB cable
7Carrying case
8Password Protected sticker
9Projector documentation CD
10Projector software CD
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Parent topic: Projector Features
Related concepts
Projector Connections
Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need to obtain additional components.
Note: To connect a Mac that does not include a compatible video output port, you need to obtain an
adapter that allows you to connect to an input port on the projector. Contact Apple for compatible
adapter options. To connect a smartphone or tablet, you may need to obtain an adapter that allows you
to connect to the projector. This allows you to mirror your smartphone or tablet screens, watch movies,
and more. Contact your device manufacturer for compatible adapter options.
Unless listed as available from Epson in this table, see your local computer or electronics dealer for
purchase information.
Signal or connection
type
Composite videoRCA-style video or A/V cable
Component videoD-sub, 15-pin, component-to-VGA video cable or adapter
HDMICompatible HDMI cable
MHLMHL-compatible device or device with an integrated MHL connector, MHL
Audio from certain portsCommercially available audio cable compatible with your device
Parent topic: Projector Features
Additional component necessary
Available for purchase from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.
Available for purchase from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.
Note: Older Mac computers (2009 and earlier) may not support HDMI
audio.
cable, or HDMI cable and MHL adapter compatible with your device
Available for purchase from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.
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Additional Projector Software and Manuals
After connecting and setting up the projector, install the projector software from the included software
CD, or download the software and manuals as necessary.
You can install the projector software programs listed here and view their manuals for instructions on
using them.
Note: If you still need help after checking this manual and the sources listed here, you can use the
Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. For details, see "Where to Get Help".
Projector softwareManualDescription
EasyMP Multi PC
Projection
Epson iProjection appInstructions are included
Parent topic: Projector Features
EasyMP Multi PC
Projection Operation
Guide
with the app
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts
You can purchase screens, other optional accessories, and replacement parts from an Epson authorized
reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) in the U.S. or 800-807-7766 in
Canada. Or you can purchase online at epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or epsonstore.ca (Canadian sales).
Epson offers the following optional accessories and replacement parts for your projector:
25 ft (20 m) VGA computer cable (ELPKC10)F3H982-25
12 ft (4 m) VGA computer cableELPKC09
4 ft (1 m) VGA computer cableELPKC02
Ceiling mountELPMB23
PowerLite Pilot 2 (ELPCB02)V12H614020
Epson DC-07 USB document camera (ELPDC07)V12H759020
Epson DC-13 document camera (ELPDC13)V12H757020
Epson DC-21 document camera (ELPDC21)V12H758020
HDMI audio video cable 3 feet (0.9 m) lengthAV22300-03
HDMI audio video cable 6 feet (1.8 m) lengthAV22300-06
10 ft. (3.0 m) Component-to-VGA video cable (ELPKC19)V12H005C19
1-Year Extended Exchange WarrantyEPPEXPA1
2-Year Extended Exchange WarrantyEPPEXPA2
Parent topic: Projector Features
Warranty and Registration Information
Your projector comes with a basic warranty that lets you project with confidence. For details, see the
warranty that came with your projector.
In addition, Epson offers 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, Canada, or Puerto Rico. See the Extra Care Road Service brochure for details.
Register your product online using the projector CD or at this site: epson.com/webreg.
Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and services.
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Parent topic: Projector Features
Notations Used in the Documentation
Follow the guidelines in these notations as you read your documentation:
• 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 information.
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector
Where to Go for Additional Information
Need quick help on using your projector? Here's where to look for help:
• Built-in help system
Press the Home button on the remote control or projector, select Help, and press Enter to get quick
solutions to common problems.
• epson.com/support (U.S) or epson.ca/support (Canada)
View FAQs (frequently asked questions) and e-mail your questions to Epson technical support 24
hours a day.
• If you still need help after checking this manual and any other sources listed here, you can use the
Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. For details, see "Where to Get Help".
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector
Related references
Where to Get Help
Projector Part Locations
Check the projector part illustrations to learn about the parts on your projector.
Note: The PowerLite 1795F projector is shown in most illustrations in this manual, unless noted
otherwise.
Projector Parts - Front/Top
Projector Parts - Rear
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Projector Parts - Base
Projector Parts - Control Panel
Projector Parts - Remote Control
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector
Projector Parts - Front/Top
1Exhaust vent
2Foot release lever
3Front adjustable foot
4A/V Mute slide
5Remote control receiver
6Sensor (PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F)
7Air filter cover/intake vent
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8Speaker
9NFC tag (PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F)
10Status lights
11Control panel
12Zoom ring
13Focus ring (PowerLite 1780W)
14Lamp cover
Parent topic: Projector Part Locations
Projector Parts - Rear
1AC input
2Video port
3Computer port
4USB-B port
5USB-A port
6HDMI port
7Audio port
8Remote receiver
9Security lock slot
Parent topic: Projector Part Locations
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Projector Parts - Base
1Ceiling mount holes (3)
2Rear feet
3Front adjustable foot
Parent topic: Projector Part Locations
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Projector Parts - Control Panel
PowerLite 1780W
PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F
1Power button
2Screen Fit button (PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F; press for three seconds to use the Gesture
Presenter feature on PowerLite 1785W/1795F)
3Home button (displays and closes the Home screen)
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4Source Search button (searches for connected video sources)
5Enter button (selects options)
6Vertical keystone adjustment buttons (display the adjustment screen and adjust screen shape)
15E-Zoom +/– buttons (zoom into and out of the image)
16A/V Mute button (turns off picture and sound)
17Split button (splits the screen between two image sources)
18Home button (accesses source selection, projector help information, and other features)
19Freeze button (stops video action)
20Volume up/down buttons (adjust speaker volume)
21Pointer button (activates on-screen pointer)
22Esc button (cancels/exits functions and controls wireless mouse functions)
23ID button (selects which projector you want to control)
24Color Mode button (selects display modes)
25MHL Menu button (displays the main menu of the connected MHL device)
26Gesture button (displays the Gesture Presenter menu screen; PowerLite 1785W/1795F)
27LAN button (cycles through connected network sources)
28USB button (cycles through connected USB sources)
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29Source Search button (searches for connected sources)
30Remote control signal emitter (emits remote control signals)
Parent topic: Projector Part Locations
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Setting Up the Projector
Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your projector for use.
Projector Placement
Projector Connections
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
Opening the Lens Cover
Projector Placement
You can place the projector on almost any flat surface to project an image.
You can also install the projector in a ceiling mount if you want to use it in a fixed location.
Keep these considerations in mind as you select a projector location:
• Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface or install it using a compatible mount.
• Leave plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation, and do not place it on top of or
next to anything that could block the vents.
• Position the projector within reach of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord.
Projector Setup and Installation Options
Projection Distance
Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector
Projector Setup and Installation Options
You can set up or install your projector in the following ways:
Front
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Rear
Front Ceiling
Rear Ceiling
Wherever you set up the projector, make sure to position it squarely in front of the center of the screen,
not at an angle, if possible.
If you project from the ceiling or from the rear, be sure to select the correct Projection option in the
projector's menu system.
Parent topic: Projector Placement
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Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Projection Distance
The distance at which you place the projector from the screen determines the approximate size of the
image. The image size increases the farther the projector is from the screen, but can vary depending on
the zoom factor, aspect ratio, and other settings.
Use the tables here to determine approximately how far to place the projector from the screen based on
the size of the projected image. (Conversion figures may have been rounded up or down.) You can also
use the projector Throw Distance Calculator at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada).
1Projection distance
2Distance from the center of the lens to the base of the image
3Center of lens
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PowerLite 1780W/1781W/1785W
16:10 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen
Screen or image sizeProjection distance (1)
Wide to Tele
50 inches44 to 53 inches
(112 to 135 cm)
80 inches71 to 85 inches
(181 to 217 cm)
100 inches89 to 107 inches
(226 to 271 cm)
150 inches134 to 161 inches
(340 to 408 cm)
PowerLite 1795F
16:9 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen
Screen or image sizeProjection distance (1)
Wide to Tele
50 inches44 to 54 inches
(113 to 136 cm)
Offset from lens center (2)
–2.4 inches (–6 cm)
–3.9 inches (–10 cm)
–4.8 inches (–12 cm)
–7.2 inches (–18 cm)
Offset from lens center (2)
–1.6 inch (–4 cm)
80 inches71 to 86 inches
(181 to 219 cm)
100 inches89 to 108 inches
(227 to 275 cm)
150 inches135 to 163 inches
(342 to 413 cm)
Parent topic: Projector Placement
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–2.6 inches (–7 cm)
–3.3 inches (–8 cm)
–4.9 inches (–13 cm)
Projector Connections
See these sections to connect the projector to a variety of projection sources.
Caution: If you will use the projector at altitudes above 4921 feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode
to ensure the projector's internal temperature is regulated properly.
Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to External USB Devices
Connecting to a Document Camera
Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Connecting to Computer Sources
Follow the instructions in these sections to connect a computer to the projector.
Connecting to a Computer for USB Video and Audio
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video
Connecting to a Computer for HDMI Video and Audio
Connecting to a Computer for USB Mouse Control
Connecting to a Computer for Sound
Parent topic: Projector Connections
Connecting to a Computer for USB Video and Audio
If your computer meets the system requirements, you can send video and audio output to the projector
through the computer's USB port (preferably USB 2.0). Connect the projector to your computer using a
USB cable.
Note: Connecting through a USB hub may not work properly. Connect the USB cable directly to the
projector.
1.In the projector's Extended menu, set the USB Type B setting to USB Display.
2.Turn on your computer.
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3.Connect the cable to your projector's USB-B port.
4.Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer.
5.Do one of the following:
• Windows 10/8.x: Click EPSON_PJ_UD when it appears on the desktop, then select RunEMP_UDSE.EXE in the dialog box that appears to install the Epson USB Display software.
• Windows 7/Windows Vista: Select Run EMP_UDSE.EXE in the dialog box that appears to
install the Epson USB Display software.
• Mac: The USB Display setup folder appears on your screen. Select USB Display Installer and
follow the on-screen instructions to install the Epson USB Display software.
Follow any on-screen instructions. You need to install this software only the first time you connect
the projector to the computer.
The projector displays the image from your computer's desktop and outputs sound, if your presentation
contains audio.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video
You can connect the projector to your computer using a VGA computer cable.
Note: To connect a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt port, or Mini-DVI port for
video output, you need to obtain an adapter that allows you to connect to the projector's VGA video port.
Contact Apple for compatible adapter options.
1.If necessary, disconnect your computer's monitor cable.
2.Connect the VGA computer cable to your computer's monitor port.
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3.Connect the other end to a Computer port on the projector.
4.Tighten the screws on the VGA connector.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Related tasks
Connecting to a Computer for Sound
Connecting to a Computer for HDMI Video and Audio
If your computer has an HDMI port, you can connect it to the projector using an optional HDMI cable.
Note: To connect a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt port, or Mini-DVI port for
video output, you need to obtain an adapter that allows you to connect to the projector's HDMI port.
Contact Apple for compatible adapter options. Older Mac computers (2009 and earlier) may not support
audio through the HDMI port.
1.Connect the HDMI cable to your computer's HDMI output port.
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2.Connect the other end to the projector's HDMI port.
Note: The projector converts the digital audio signal sent from your computer into a mono analog signal
for the internal speaker. If you have problems hearing audio through the HDMI connection, connect one
end of an optional 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack audio cable to the projector's Audio port and the other end to
your computer's audio out port. Then select the audio port you connected to as the HDMI Audio Output
setting in the Extended menu.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to a Computer for USB Mouse Control
If you connected your computer to a Computer, USB-B, or HDMI port on the projector, you can set up
the remote control to act as a wireless mouse. This lets you control projection at a distance from your
computer. To do this, connect the projector to your computer using a USB cable, if it is not connected
already.
1.Connect the USB cable to your projector's USB-B port.
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2.Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer.
3.If necessary, configure your computer to work with an external USB mouse. See your computer
documentation for details.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Related tasks
Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse
Connecting to a Computer for Sound
If your computer presentation includes sound and you did not connect it using the projector's USB
TypeB or HDMI port, you can still play sound through the projector's speaker system. Just connect an
optional 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack audio cable as described here.
1.Connect the audio cable to your laptop's headphone or audio-out jack, or your desktop's speaker or
audio-out port.
2.Connect the other end to the projector's Audio port.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to Video Sources
Follow the instructions in these sections to connect video devices to the projector.
Connecting to an HDMI Video Source
Connecting to an MHL-Compatible Device
Connecting to a Component Video Source
Connecting to a Composite Video Source
Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
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Parent topic: Projector Connections
Connecting to an HDMI Video Source
If your video source has an HDMI port, you can connect it to the projector using an optional HDMI cable.
The HDMI connection provides the best image quality.
1.Connect the HDMI cable to your video source's HDMI output port.
2.Connect the other end to the projector's HDMI port.
Note: The projector converts the digital audio signal sent from your video source into a mono analog
signal for the internal speaker.
Note: If you have problems hearing audio through the HDMI connection, you can use the Audio port
instead to play sound. Connect one end of an optional 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack audio cable to the
projector's Audio port and the other end to your computer's audio out port. Then select Audio as the
HDMI Audio Output setting in the Extended menu.
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Connecting to an MHL-Compatible Device
If you have an MHL-compatible smartphone or tablet, you can connect it to the projector using either an
MHL cable or an HDMI cable with a device-compatible MHL adapter. If you have a device with a built-in
MHL connector, plug it directly into the HDMI port.
Note: Some connected devices may not charge when using an MHL adapter.
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1.Connect the MHL cable or adapter to your device's Micro-USB port.
2.If you are using an MHL adapter, connect it to an MHL-compatible HDMI cable.
3.Connect the other end of the cable to the projector's HDMI port.
Note: The projector converts the digital audio signal sent from your video source into a mono analog
signal for the internal speaker.
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to a Component Video Source
If your video source has component video ports, you can connect it to the projector using an optional
component-to-VGA video cable. Depending on your component ports, you may need to use an adapter
cable along with a component video cable.
1.Connect the component connectors to your video source's color-coded component video output
ports, usually labeled Y, Pb, Pr or Y, Cb, Cr. If you are using an adapter, connect these connectors
to your component video cable.
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2.Connect the VGA connector to the Computer port on the projector.
3.Tighten the screws on the VGA connector.
If your image colors appear incorrect, you may need to change the Input Signal setting in the projector's
Signal menu.
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Related references
Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu
Related tasks
Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
Connecting to a Composite Video Source
If your video source has a composite video port, you can connect it to the projector using an optional
RCA-style video or A/V cable.
1.Connect the cable with the yellow connector to your video source's yellow video output port.
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2.Connect the other end to the projector's Video port.
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Related tasks
Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
You can play sound through the projector's speaker system if your video source has audio output ports.
Connect the projector to the video source using a stereo mini-jack adapter cable (with one 3.5 mm miniplug and two RCA plugs).
Note: If you connected your video source to the projector using an HDMI cable, the audio signal is
transferred with the video signal; you do not need an additional cable for sound.
1.Connect the audio cable to your video source's audio-out ports.
2.Connect the other end of the cable to the projector's Audio port or ports.
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Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to External USB Devices
Follow the instructions in these sections to connect external USB devices to the projector.
USB Device Projection
Connecting a USB Device or Camera to the Projector
Selecting the Connected USB Source
Disconnecting a USB Device or Camera From the Projector
Parent topic: Projector Connections
Related topics
Projecting a PC Free Presentation
USB Device Projection
You can project images and other content without using a computer or video device by connecting any of
these devices to your projector:
• USB flash drive
• Digital camera or smartphone
• USB hard drive
• Multimedia storage viewer
Note: Digital cameras or smartphones must be USB-mounted devices, not TWAIN-compliant devices,
and must be USB Mass Storage Class-compliant.
Note: USB hard drives must meet these requirements:
• USB Mass Storage Class-compliant (not all USB Mass Storage Class devices are supported)
• Formatted in FAT or FAT32
• Self-powered by their own AC power supplies (bus-powered hard drives are not recommended)
• Does not have multiple partitions
You can project slide shows from image files on a connected USB device.
Parent topic: Connecting to External USB Devices
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Connecting a USB Device or Camera to the Projector
You can connect your USB device or camera to the projector's USB-A port and use it to project images
and other content.
1.If your USB device came with a power adapter, plug the device into an electrical outlet.
2.Connect the USB cable (or USB flash drive or USB memory card reader) to the projector's USB-A
port.
Note: Do not connect a USB hub or a USB cable longer than 10 feet (3 m), or the device may not
operate correctly.
3.Connect the other end of the cable (if applicable) to your device.
Parent topic: Connecting to External USB Devices
Selecting the Connected USB Source
You can switch the projector's display to the source you connected to the USB-A port.
1.Make sure the connected USB source is turned on, if necessary.
2.Press the Source Search button on the remote control.
3.Press the Source Search button again to cycle through other USB sources, if available.
Parent topic: Connecting to External USB Devices
Disconnecting a USB Device or Camera From the Projector
When you finish presenting with a connected USB device or camera, you must prepare to disconnect the
device from the projector.
1.If the device has a power button, turn off and unplug the device.
2.Disconnect the USB device or camera from the projector.
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Parent topic: Connecting to External USB Devices
Connecting to a Document Camera
You can connect a document camera to your projector to project images viewed by the camera.
Depending on your Epson document camera model, do one of the following to connect the document
camera to your projector:
• For the Epson DC-07 document camera, locate the USB cable that came with the camera and
connect it to the projector's USB-A port and to the document camera's USB Type B port.
• For the Epson DC-13 document camera, connect it to the projector's HDMI, Computer, or Video port
and to the corresponding port on the document camera. See the document camera manual for details.
• For the Epson DC-21 document camera, connect it to the projector's HDMI, Computer, or Video port
and to the corresponding port on the document camera. See the document camera manual for details.
Note: For additional features supported by software, connect your document camera to your computer
instead of the projector. See the document camera manual for details.
Parent topic: Projector Connections
Related concepts
Projector Connections
Related references
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
The remote control uses the two AA batteries that came with the projector.
Caution: Use only the type of batteries specified in this manual. Do not install batteries of different types,
or mix new and old batteries.
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1.Remove the battery cover.
2.Insert the batteries with the + and – ends facing as shown.
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3.Replace the battery cover and press it down until it clicks into place.
Warning: Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Do not expose batteries to heat
or flame. Keep batteries out of the reach of children; they are choking hazards and are very
dangerous if swallowed.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector
Opening the Lens Cover
To open the projector's lens cover, slide the A/V Mute slide lever until it clicks into the open position.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector
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Using the Projector on a Network
Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your projector for use on a network.
Wireless Network Projection
Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser
Wireless Network Projection
You can project over a wireless network. To do this, you must set up your projector and computer for
wireless projection.
To connect wirelessly to your projector, configure the connection using the projector's Network menus.
After setting up the projector as described here, install the network software from the included CD or
download the software and manuals as necessary.
Note: If your projector is connected via a LAN cable to a network that includes a wireless access point,
you can connect to the projector wirelessly through the access point using the Epson network software.
Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually
Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows
Selecting Wireless Network Settings on Mac
Using a QR Code to Connect a Mobile Device
Using NFC to Connect an Android Device
Setting Up Wireless Network Security
Wireless Network Projection from a Mobile Device (Screen Mirroring)
Secure HTTP
Importing a Web Server Certificate Using the Projector Menus
Parent topic: Using the Projector on a Network
Related references
Additional Projector Software and Manuals
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts
Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually
Before you can project from your wireless network, you must select the network settings for the projector
using its menu system.
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1.Turn on the projector.
2.Press the Menu button.
3.Select the Network menu and press Enter.
4.Make sure the Wireless LAN Power setting is set to On.
5.Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
6.Select the Basic menu and press Enter.
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7.Select the following basic options as necessary:
• Projector Name lets you enter a name up to 16 alphanumeric characters long to identify the
projector over the network.
• Remote Password lets you enter a password up to 8 alphanumeric characters long for accessing
the Remote or Basic Control screen in the Epson Web Control. (Default user name is
EPSONREMOTE; default password is guest.)
• Web Control Password lets you enter a password up to 8 alphanumeric characters long for
accessing the projector over the web. (Default user name is EPSONWEB; default password is
admin.)
• Moderator Password lets you enter a password up to 4 numbers long for accessing the projector
as a moderator with EasyMP Multi PC Projection or the Epson iProjection app.
• Projector Keyword lets you turn on a security password to prevent access to the projector by
anyone not in the room with it. The projector displays a random keyword that you must enter from
a computer using the EasyMP Multi PC Projection software or an iOS or Android device using
iProjection.
• Display LAN Info lets you select how the projector displays network information. You can select
an option to display a QR code that lets you quickly connect your iOS or Android devices using the
Epson iProjection app.
Note: Use the displayed keyboard to enter the name, passwords and keyword. Press the arrow
buttons on the remote control to highlight characters and press Enter to select them.
8.Select the Wireless LAN menu and press Enter.
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9.Select the settings on the Wireless LAN menu as necessary for your network.
10. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save
your settings and exit the menus.
After you complete the wireless settings for your projector, you need to select the wireless network on
your computer, or iOS or Android device.
Wireless LAN Menu Settings
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Wireless LAN Menu Settings
SettingOptionsDescription
Connection ModeQuick
Advanced
Selects the type of wireless
connection:
Quick: lets you quickly connect
to one computer or use the Quick
Wireless Connection USB key to
connect (ad hoc mode)
Advanced: lets you connect to
multiple computers via a wireless
network access point
(infrastructure mode)
Search Access PointTo Search ViewSearch for available wireless
network access points in
Advanced connection mode
SSIDUp 32 alphanumeric charactersSets the SSID (network name) of
the wireless LAN system the
projector is connecting to
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SettingOptionsDescription
SecurityOpen
WPA2-PSK
WPA/WPA2-PSK
WPA2-EAP
(PowerLite
1781W/1785W/1795F)
WPA/WPA2-EAP
(PowerLite
1781W/1785W/1795F)
PassphraseBetween 8 to 63 alphanumeric
characters
EAP Method
(PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F)
EAP Type
User name
Password
Client Certificate
Verify Server Cert.
CA certificate
RADIUS Serv.Name
Selects the type of wireless
security used in the wireless
network (some options are only
available in Advanced
connection mode)
Enter a paraphrase for the
wireless network
Sets the EAP settings for WPA2EAP and WPA/WPA2-EAP
security
Channel1ch
6ch
11ch
IP SettingsDHCP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Gateway Address
SSID DisplayOn
Off
In Quick connection mode,
selects the frequency band
(channel) used by the wireless
LAN
Turns on DHCP if your network
assigns addresses automatically;
set to Off to manually enter the
network's IP Address, SubnetMask, and Gateway Address
Selects whether to display the
SSID on the network standby
screen
Before connecting to the projector, select the correct wireless network on your computer.
1.To access your wireless utility software, access the Desktop and double-click the network icon on
the Windows taskbar.
2.Do one of the following:
• If your projector is set up on an existing network (Advanced mode), select the network name
(SSID).
• If your projector is configured for Quick mode, select the projector's SSID.
3.Click Connect.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Selecting Wireless Network Settings on Mac
Before connecting to the projector, select the correct wireless network on your Mac.
1.Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the screen.
Selects whether to display the IP
address on the network standby
screen
2.Make sure AirPort is turned on, then do one of the following:
• If your projector is set up on an existing network (Advanced mode), select the network name
(SSID).
• If your projector is configured for Quick mode, select the projector's SSID.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Using a QR Code to Connect a Mobile Device
After you select the wireless network settings for your projector, you can display a QR code on the
screen and use it to connect a mobile device using the Epson iProjection app.
Note: Make sure you have installed the latest version of Epson iProjection on your device. Visit
epson.com/iprojection (U.S.) or epson.ca/iprojection (Canada) for more information.
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1.Press the Menu button.
2.Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3.Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
4.Select the Basic menu and press Enter.
5.Set the Display LAN Info setting to Text & QR Code.
6.Select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
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7.Do one of the following:
• Press the LAN button on the remote control.
• Select Display the QR Code in the projector's Network menu.
• Press the Home button on the remote control and select Display the QR Code on the Home
screen.
Your projector displays the QR code on the projection surface.
Note: If you do not see the QR code after pressing the LAN button, press Enter to display it.
8.Start Epson iProjection on your mobile device.
9.Use the QR code reader feature to read the QR code and connect your device to the projector. Visit
epson.com/iprojection (U.S.) or epson.ca/iprojection (Canada) for instructions.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Using NFC to Connect an Android Device
After you select the wireless network settings for your projector, you can connect your Android 4.0 or
later device to your projector using NFC (Near Field Communication) and the Epson iProjection app
(PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F).
Note: Make sure your mobile device is unlocked and the NFC reader is activated. See your device
manual for details. Make sure you have installed the latest version of Epson iProjection on your device.
Visit epson.com/iprojection (U.S.) or epson.ca/iprojection (Canada) for more information.
1.Set the Auto Power On setting to NFC in the projector's Extended menu.
2.Hold your mobile device close to the NFC tag on your projector.
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Epson iProjection opens on your mobile device and the projector and device connect automatically.
Note: If you do not have Epson iProjection installed, the app store page for the Epson iProjection
app opens on your device. Install Epson iProjection and repeat this step.
3.Select the file you want to project from the Epson iProjection Contents menu.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Setting Up Wireless Network Security
You can set up security for your projector to use on the wireless network. Set up one of the following
security options to match the settings used on your network:
Check with your network administrator for guidance on entering the correct information.
1.Press the Menu button.
2.Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3.Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
4.Select the Wireless LAN menu and press Enter.
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5.Select the Security setting and press Enter.
6.Select the security settings for your network.
7.When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save
your settings and exit the menus.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Wireless Network Projection from a Mobile Device (Screen Mirroring)
You can send images to your projector from mobile devices such as laptops, smartphones, and tablets
using Miracast technology or from a Windows computer (PowerLite 1785W/1795F). If your device
supports Miracast, you do not need to install any additional software.
Screen Mirroring Restrictions
Selecting Screen Mirroring Settings
Connecting for Screen Mirroring with Miracast
Connecting for Screen Mirroring with a Windows 8.x/Windows 10 Computer
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Screen Mirroring Restrictions
Note the following when using Screen Mirroring features:
• You cannot project an interlaced image.
• You cannot play audio with more than 3 channels.
• You cannot project images with a resolution above 1920 × 1080 and a frame rate above 30 fps.
• You cannot project 3D video.
• You cannot use extended Miracast features on Windows 8.1.
• You may not be able to view contents with copyright protection using a Miracast connection.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection from a Mobile Device (Screen Mirroring)
Selecting Screen Mirroring Settings
You can select Screen Mirroring settings for your projector and then project images from your mobile
device or computer.
1.Press the Menu button.
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2.Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3.Set the Screen Mirroring setting to On.
4.Select Screen Mirroring Settings and press Enter.
5.Select the Screen Mirroring Settings options as necessary.
6.When you finish selecting settings, select Set and follow the on-screen instructions to save your
settings and exit the menus.
7.Press the Home button on the control panel or remote control.
You see the Display Name on the Home screen
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Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection from a Mobile Device (Screen Mirroring)
Connecting for Screen Mirroring with Miracast
If your mobile device supports Miracast, you can connect it to the projector wirelessly and project images
and sound (PowerLite 1785W/1795F).
1.Select the Screen Mirroring settings on your projector as necessary.
2.Press the LAN button on the remote control to switch to the Screen Mirroring source.
You see the Screen Mirroring standby screen.
3.On your mobile device, use the Miracast function to search for the projector.
Note: See your mobile device's documentation for information on accessing the Miracast function.
You see a list of available devices.
4.Select your projector from the list.
5.If you see the PIN entry screen on your mobile device, enter the PIN code displayed on the Screen
Mirroring standby screen or at the bottom right of the projected image.
The projector displays the image from your mobile device.
Caution: It may take some time to establish the connection. Do not disconnect the projector's power
cord while it is connecting to your device. Doing so may cause your device to freeze or malfunction.
Note: Depending on the mobile device, you may need to delete a device when connecting. Follow
the on-screen instructions on your device.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection from a Mobile Device (Screen Mirroring)
Connecting for Screen Mirroring with a Windows 8.x/Windows 10 Computer
You can set up your computer to wirelessly project images and play sound using Screen Mirroring
(PowerLite 1785W/1795F).
1.Select the Screen Mirroring settings on your projector as necessary.
2.Press the LAN button on the remote control to switch to the Screen Mirroring source.
You see the Screen Mirroring standby screen.
3.Do one of the following:
• Windows 10: Open Action Center and select Connect.
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4.Select your projector's Display Name from the list.
5.If you see the PIN entry screen on your computer, enter the PIN code displayed on the Screen
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection from a Mobile Device (Screen Mirroring)
Secure HTTP
You can use the HTTPS protocol to increase security between the projector and a web browser
communicating with it (PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F). To do this, you create a server certificate,
install it on the projector, and turn on the Secure HTTP setting in the projector menus to verify the
reliability of the web browser.
Even if you do not install a server certificate, the projector automatically creates a self-signed certificate
and allows communication. However, because the self-signed certificate cannot verify reliability from a
web browser, you see a warning about the server's reliability when you access the projector from a web
browser. This warning does not prevent communication.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
• Windows 8.x: Select Devices > Project > Add a wireless display.
Mirroring standby screen or at the bottom right of the projected image.
The projector displays the image from your computer or mobile device.
Note: It may take some time to establish the connection. Do not disconnect the projector's power
cord while it is connecting to your device. This may cause your device to freeze or malfunction.
Importing a Web Server Certificate Using the Projector Menus
You can create your web server certificate and import it using the projector menus and a USB flash
drive.
Note: You can also register digital certificates from your web browser. Make sure to only register once,
or the certificate may not install correctly.
1.Make sure your digital certificate file is compatible with projector registration and saved in the root
directory of the USB flash drive.
2.Press the Menu button on the projector or remote control.
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3.Select the Network menu and press Enter.
4.Select the Network Configuration setting and press Enter.
5.Select the Others menu and press Enter.
6.Select On as the Secure HTTP setting.
7.Select the Web Server Cert. setting and press Enter.
8.Select Register and press Enter.
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9.Follow the on-screen instructions to connect a USB flash drive to the projector's USB-A port.
10. Press Enter to display the certificate list.
11. Select the certificate you want to import from the displayed list.
A message is displayed prompting you to enter the password for the certificate.
12. Enter the password and press Enter.
The certificate is imported and a completion message appears.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser
Once you have connected your projector to your network, you can select projector settings and control
projection using a compatible web browser. This lets you access the projector remotely.
Note: The web setup and control features support Microsoft Internet Explorer 9.0 or later, and Safari on
networks that do not use a proxy server for connection. You cannot select all of the projector menu
settings or control all projector functions using a web browser.
1.Make sure the projector is turned on.
2.Start your web browser on a computer or device connected to the network.
3.Type the projector's IP address into the browser's address box and press the computer's Enter key.
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You see the Web Control screen.
4.To select projector menu settings, select the name of the menu and follow the on-screen
instructions.
Note: You may need to log in to access some of the options on the Web Control screen. If you see a
log in window, enter your user name and password. (The default user name is EPSONWEB and the
default password is admin.)
5.To control projection remotely, select the Basic Control option.
Note: If you see a log in window, enter your user name and password. (The default user name is
EPSONREMOTE and the default password is guest.)
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You see a screen like this:
1Power button control
2Selects the HDMI port source
3Selects the Computer port source
4Selects the USB device source
5Selects network source
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6A/V Mute button control
7Freeze button control
8Page Up and Page Down button controls
9Displays a QR code
10Volume button controls
11Selects the Screen Mirroring source (PowerLite 1785W/1795F)
12Selects the Video port source
13Selects the USB Display source
14Searches for connected sources
6.Select the icon corresponding to the projector function you want to control.
Parent topic: Using the Projector on a Network
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - ECO Menu
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Using Basic Projector Features
Follow the instructions in these sections to use your projector's basic features.
Turning On the Projector
Turning Off the Projector
Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus
Setting the Date and Time
Adjusting the Image Height
Image Shape
Resizing the Image with the Zoom Ring
Focusing the Image Using the Focus Ring
Focusing the Image Using the Focus Button
Remote Control Operation
Selecting an Image Source
Projection Modes
Image Aspect Ratio
Color Mode
Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons
Projecting a PC Free Presentation
Turning On the Projector
Turn on the computer or video equipment you want to use before you turn on the projector so it can
display the image source.
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1.Slide the projector's lens cover until it clicks into the open position.
2.Connect the power cord to the projector's power inlet.
3.Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Note: With Direct Power On turned on, the projector turns on as soon as you plug it in.
The projector's power light turns blue. This indicates that the projector is receiving power.
4.Press the power button on the projector or the remote control to turn on the projector.
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The projector beeps and the Status light flashes blue as the projector warms up. Once the projector
is warmed up, the Status light stops flashing and turns blue.
Warning: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes and is
especially dangerous for children.
If you do not see a projected image right away, try the following:
• Verify the lens cover is open all the way.
• Turn on the connected computer or video device.
• Insert a DVD or other video media and press the play button, if necessary.
• Change the screen output from the computer when using a laptop.
• Press the Source Search button on the projector or remote control to detect the video source.
• Press the button for the video source on the remote control.
• If the Home screen is displayed, select the source you want to project.
Using the Home Screen
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Related tasks
Selecting an Image Source
Using the Home Screen
You can select input sources and other frequently used options from the Home screen.
1.To display the Home screen, do one of the following:
• Press the Home button on the control panel or remote control.
• Turn on the projector with the Home Screen Auto Disp setting enabled.
• Turn on the projector when no signal is received from the selected input source.
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2.Press the arrow buttons on the remote control or control panel to navigate the screen, and press
Enter to select an option.
1Select the video source you want to project
2Display the QR code
3Display the Help screen
4Display the projector's menus
5Select customizable menu options
6Project two images from different image sources simultaneously
7Correct the image shape
Note: You can select the customizable menu options using the Custom Function 1 and Custom
Function 2 settings in the Extended menu.
3.Press the Home button to hide the Home screen.
Parent topic: Turning On the Projector
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Turning Off the Projector
Before turning off the projector, shut down any computer connected to it so you can see the computer
display during shutdown.
Note: When using the A/V Mute feature, the projector lamp is still on. To turn off the lamp, turn off the
projector.
1.Press the power button on the projector or the remote control.
The projector displays a shutdown confirmation screen.
2.Press the power button again. (To leave it on, press any other button.)
Note: With Epson's Instant Off technology, there is no cool-down period so you can pack up the
projector for transport right away (if necessary).
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3.To transport or store the projector, make sure the Status light is off, then unplug the power cord.
Caution: To avoid damaging the projector or lamp, never unplug the power cord when the Status
light is on or flashing.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Related references
Projector Light Status
Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus
If you want to view the projector's menus and messages in another language, you can change the
Language setting.
1.Turn on the projector.
2.Press the Menu button.
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3.Select the Extended menu and press Enter.
4.Select the Language setting and press Enter.
5.Select the language you want to use and press Enter.
6.Press Menu or Esc to exit the menus.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Setting the Date and Time
You can set the date and time for the projector (PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F).
1.Press the Menu button.
2.Select the Extended menu and press Enter.
3.Select the Operation setting and press Enter.
4.Select the Date & Time setting and press Enter.
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You see a screen like this:
5.Select the Date & Time setting and press Enter.
6.Select your date and time settings. Then select Set and press Enter to confirm your changes.
7.When you are finished, press the Menu button to exit.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Adjusting the Image Height
If you are projecting from a table or other flat surface, and the image is too high or low, you can adjust
the image height using the projector's adjustable feet.
1.Turn on the projector and display an image.
2.To adjust the front foot, pull up on the foot release lever and lift the front of the projector.
The foot extends from the projector.
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3.Release the lever to lock the foot.
4.If the image is tilted, rotate the rear feet to adjust their height.
If the projected image is unevenly rectangular, you need to adjust the image shape.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Image Shape
You can project an evenly rectangular image by placing the projector directly in front of the center of the
screen and keeping it level. If you place the projector at an angle to the screen, or tilted up or down, or off
to the side, you may need to correct the image shape for the best display quality.
When you turn on automatic keystone correction in your projector's Settings menu, your projector
automatically corrects keystone effects when you reposition the projector. (The PowerLite 1780W
automatically corrects vertical keystoning and the PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F automatically correct
horizontal and vertical keystoning.)
Automatically Correcting Image Shape with Screen Fit
Correcting Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons
Correcting Image Shape with Quick Corner
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu
Automatically Correcting Image Shape with Screen Fit
You can use the projector's Screen Fit feature to automatically correct the shape and position of images
to fit on your screen (PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F).
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The projector's sensor can detect the screen size and shape in these conditions:
• Screen size is 100 inches (254 cm) or less
• Projection distance is between 3.4 to 9.10 feet (1.0 to 2.5 m)
• Projection angle is not more than 20º horizontally or 30º vertically away from the center of the screen
• The room is not too dark
• The projection surface is not patterned and does not deflect the sensor in some way
1.Press the Screen Fit button on the projector or remote control.
You see a message on the screen.
2.Move the projector as necessary to display the message in the middle of the screen.
3.Zoom into the image until its yellow frame extends beyond the edges of the screen.
4.Press the Screen Fit button again.
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Two displays flash briefly, then this message appears:
5.Fine-tune the image shape as necessary using the arrow buttons on the control panel.
6.When you are finished, press Esc.
Now, if necessary, you can correct the image corners individually using Quick Corner by pressing the
arrow buttons on the control panel.
Parent topic: Image Shape
Correcting Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons
You can use the projector's keystone correction buttons to correct the shape of an image that is
unevenly rectangular on the sides.
Note: To provide the best possible image quality, adjust the projector's position to correct the image
shape. If this isn't possible, use the keystone correction buttons on the projector to correct the image
shape.
1.Turn on the projector and display an image.
Note: You can display a pattern to aid in adjusting the projected image using the Settings menu.
Note: You can also display the pattern by pressing the User button on the remote control (if the test
pattern is assigned to this button).
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2.Press one of these keystone buttons on the control panel to display the Keystone adjustment
screen.
3.Press a keystone button on the projector's control panel to adjust the image shape.
After correction, your image is slightly smaller.
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Note: If the projector is installed out of reach, you can also correct the image shape with the remotecontrol using the Keystone settings in the projector menus.
Parent topic: Image Shape
Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu
Correcting Image Shape with Quick Corner
You can use the projector's Quick Corner setting to correct the shape and size of an image that is
unevenly rectangular on all sides.
Note: To provide the best possible image quality, adjust the projector's position to correct the image
shape. If this isn't possible, use the Quick Corner setting to correct the image shape.
1.Turn on the projector and display an image.
Note: You can display a pattern to aid in adjusting the projected image using the Settings menu.
Note: You can also display the pattern by pressing the User button on the remote control (if the test
pattern is assigned to this button).
2.Press the Menu button.
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3.Select the Settings menu and press Enter.
4.Select the Keystone setting and press Enter.
5.Select the Quick Corner setting and press Enter. Then press Enter again.
You see the Quick Corner adjustment screen:
Note: To reset your adjustments, press and hold the Esc button for at least 2 seconds to display a
reset screen. Then select Yes.
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6.Use the arrow buttons on the projector or the remote control to select the corner of the image you
want to adjust. Then press Enter.
7.Press the arrow buttons to adjust the image shape as necessary.
8.When you are finished, press Esc.
Parent topic: Image Shape
Resizing the Image with the Zoom Ring
1.Turn on the projector and display an image.
Note: You can also display the pattern by pressing the User button on the remote control (if the test
pattern is assigned to this button).
2.To enlarge or reduce the image size, rotate the projector's zoom ring.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Focusing the Image Using the Focus Ring
1.Turn on the projector and display an image.
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2.To sharpen the image focus, rotate the projector’s focus ring.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Focusing the Image Using the Focus Button
You can adjust the sharpness of the projected image using the focus buttons.
1.Turn on the projector and display an image.
2.Press the Focus button on the projector's control panel or remote control.
3.Press and hold the arrow buttons on the projector's control panel or remote control to adjust the
focus.
4.Press the Esc button when finished.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
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Remote Control Operation
The remote control lets you control the projector from almost anywhere in the room. You can point it at
the screen, or the front or back of the projector.
Make sure that you aim the remote control at the projector's receivers within the distance and angles
listed here.
119.7 feet (6 m)
2± 30°
3± 60°
Note: Avoid using the remote control in conditions with bright fluorescent lights or in direct sunlight, or
the projector may not respond to commands. If you will not use the remote control for a long time,
remove the batteries.
Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse
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Using the Remote Control as a Pointer
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse
You can use the projector's remote control as a wireless mouse so you can control projection at a
distance from the computer.
Note: This function does not work when you project from a device connected using an MHL cable.
1.Connect the projector to a computer using the projector's USB-B, Computer, or HDMI port to
display video.
2.If you connected your computer to a port other than the projector's USB-B port, also connect a USB
cable to the projector's USB-B port and to a USB port on your computer (for wireless mouse
support).
3.Start your presentation.
4.Use the following buttons on the remote control to control your presentation:
• To move through slides or pages, press the up or down Page buttons.
• To move the cursor on the screen, use the arrow buttons.
• To left-click, press thebutton once (press it twice to double-click).
• To right-click, press the Esc button.
• To drag-and-drop, hold thebutton as you move the cursor with the arrow buttons, then release
at the destination.
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Parent topic: Remote Control Operation
Related tasks
Connecting to a Computer for USB Mouse Control
Using the Remote Control as a Pointer
You can use the projector's remote control as a pointer to help you call out important information on the
screen. The default pointer shape is an arrow, but you can select an alternative shape using the Settings
menu.
1.Press the Pointer button on the remote control.
2.Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to move the pointer on the screen.
3.Press Esc to clear the pointer from the screen.
Parent topic: Remote Control Operation
Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu
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Selecting an Image Source
If you connected multiple image sources to the projector, such as a computer and DVD player, you may
want to switch from one image source to the other.
1.Make sure the connected image source you want to use is turned on.
2.For video image sources, insert a DVD or other video media and press its play button, if necessary.
3.Do one of the following:
• Press the Source Search button on the projector or remote control until you see the image from
the source you want.
• Press the button for the source you want on the remote control. If there is more than one port for
that source, press the button again to cycle through the sources.
1Computer port source (Computer port)
2Video, HDMI, and MHL sources
3USB port sources (computer display and external devices)
4Network source (LAN and Screen Mirroring) (PowerLite 1785W/1795F)
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• Press the Home button on the remote control or projector and select your image source.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Projection Modes
Depending on how you positioned the projector, you may need to change the projection mode so your
images project correctly.
• Front (default setting) lets you project from a table in front of the screen.
• Front/Ceiling flips the image over top-to-bottom to project upside-down from a ceiling or wall mount.
• Rear flips the image horizontally to project from behind a translucent screen.
• Rear/Ceiling flips the image over top-to-bottom and horizontally to project from the ceiling and behind
a translucent screen.
Changing the Projection Mode Using the Remote Control
Changing the Projection Mode Using the Menus
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Changing the Projection Mode Using the Remote Control
You can change the projection mode to flip the image over top-to-bottom.
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1.Turn on the projector and display an image.
2.Hold down the A/V Mute button on the remote control for five seconds.
The image disappears briefly and reappears flipped top-to-bottom.
3.To change projection back to the original mode, hold down the A/V Mute button for five seconds
again.
Parent topic: Projection Modes
Changing the Projection Mode Using the Menus
You can change the projection mode to flip the image over top-to-bottom and/or left-to-right using the
projector menus.
1.Turn on the projector and display an image.
2.Press the Menu button.
3.Select the Extended menu and press Enter.
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4.Select the Projection setting and press Enter.
5.Select a projection mode and press Enter.
6.Press Menu or Esc to exit the menus.
Parent topic: Projection Modes
Image Aspect Ratio
The projector can display images in different width-to-height ratios called aspect ratios. Normally the
input signal from your video source determines the image's aspect ratio. However, for certain images
you can change the aspect ratio to fit your screen by pressing a button on the remote control.
If you always want to use a particular aspect ratio for a certain video input source, you can select it using
the projector's menus.
Changing the Image Aspect Ratio
Available Image Aspect Ratios
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Changing the Image Aspect Ratio
You can change the aspect ratio of the displayed image to resize it.
1.Turn on the projector and switch to the image source you want to use.
2.Press the Aspect button on the remote control.
The shape and size of the displayed image changes, and the name of the aspect ratio appears
briefly on the screen.
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3.To cycle through the available aspect ratios for your input signal, press the Aspect button
repeatedly.
Note: To remove black bars when projecting from a computer, set the Resolution setting to Wide or
Normal in the Signal menu, depending on your computer's resolution.
Parent topic: Image Aspect Ratio
Related references
Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu
Available Image Aspect Ratios
You can select the following image aspect ratios, depending on the input signal from your image source.
Note: Black bands and cropped images may project in certain aspect ratios, depending on the aspect
ratio and resolution of your input signal.
PowerLite 1780W/1781W/1785W
Aspect ratio settingDescription
AutoAutomatically sets the aspect ratio according to the input signal and
NormalDisplays images using the full projection area and maintains the
the Resolution setting.
aspect ratio of the image.
16:9Converts the aspect ratio of the image to 16:9.
FullDisplays images using the full size of the projection area, but does
not maintain the aspect ratio.
ZoomDisplays images using the full width of the projection area and
maintains the aspect ratio of the image.
NativeDisplays images as is (aspect ratio and resolution are maintained).
PowerLite 1795F
Aspect ratio settingDescription
AutoAutomatically sets the aspect ratio according to the input signal and
the Resolution setting.
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Aspect ratio settingDescription
NormalDisplays images using the full projection area and maintains the
FullDisplays images using the full projection area, but does not
ZoomDisplays images using the full width of the projection area, and
NativeDisplays images as is (aspect ratio and resolution are maintained).
Note: The Auto aspect ratio setting is available only for HDMI image sources.
Parent topic: Image Aspect Ratio
Color Mode
The projector offers different Color Modes to provide optimum brightness, contrast, and color for a
variety of viewing environments and image types. You can select a mode designed to match your image
and environment, or experiment with the available modes.
If you always want to use a particular color mode for a certain video input source, you can select it using
the projector menus.
Changing the Color Mode
Available Color Modes
Turning On Auto Iris
aspect ratio of the image.
maintain the aspect ratio.
maintains the aspect ratio of the image.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Changing the Color Mode
You can change the projector's Color Mode using the remote control to optimize the image for your
viewing environment.
1.Turn on the projector and switch to the image source you want to use.
2.If you are projecting from a DVD player or other video source, insert a disc or other video media and
press the play button, if necessary.
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3.Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to change the Color Mode.
The image appearance changes and the name of the Color Mode appears briefly on the screen.
4.To cycle through all the available Color Modes for your input signal, press the Color Mode button
repeatedly.
Parent topic: Color Mode
Available Color Modes
You can set the projector to use these Color Modes, depending on the input source you are using:
Color ModeDescription
PresentationBest for color presentations in a bright room
DynamicBest for video games in a bright room
CinemaBest for movies projected in a dark room
sRGBBest for standard sRGB computer displays
BlackboardBest for presentations onto a green chalkboard (adjusts the colors
accordingly)
DICOM SIMBest for projecting X-ray photographs and other medical images
Note: The DICOM SIM Color Mode is for reference purposes only and should not be used to make
medical diagnoses.
Parent topic: Color Mode
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Turning On Auto Iris
In certain color modes, you can turn on the Auto Iris setting to automatically optimize the image based on
the brightness of the content you project.
1.Turn on the projector and switch to the image source you want to use.
2.Press the Menu button.
3.Select the Image menu and press Enter.
4.Select the Auto Iris setting and choose one of the following:
• High Speed to adjust brightness as soon as the scene changes.
• Normal for standard brightness adjustment.
Note: You can set Auto Iris for each Color Mode that supports the feature. You cannot change the
Auto Iris setting when you are using a Closed Caption setting.
5.Press Menu or Esc to exit the menus.
Parent topic: Color Mode
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
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Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons
You can use the Volume buttons on the projector or the remote control to adjust the volume as you
project a presentation with audio. The volume buttons control the projector’s internal speaker system or
any external speakers you connected to the projector.
You must adjust the volume separately for each connected input source.
1.Turn on the projector and start a presentation that includes audio.
2.To lower or raise the volume, press the Volume buttons on the remote control or control panel.
3.To set the volume to a specific level for an input source, use the projector menus.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Projecting a PC Free Presentation
You can use your projector's PC Free feature whenever you connect a USB device that contains
compatible files. This lets you quickly and easily display the contents of the files and control their display
using the projector's remote control.
Supported PC Free File Types
Starting a PC Free Slide Show
Starting a PC Free PDF File Presentation
Starting a PC Free Movie Presentation
PC Free Display Options
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Supported PC Free File Types
You can project these types of files using the projector's PC Free feature.
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Note: For best results, place your files on media that is formatted in FAT16/32. If you have trouble
projecting from media formatted for non-Windows file systems, try formatting the media for Windows
instead. You may not be able to use the security features on certain USB storage devices with PC Free
features. When connecting a USB-compatible hard drive, connect the AC adapter supplied with the
drive.
File type and
Details
extension
Image (.jpg)Make sure the file is not:
• CMYK format
• Progressive format
• Highly compressed
• Above 8192 × 8192 resolution
Image (.bmp)Make sure the file resolution is not above 1280 × 800
Image (.gif )Make sure the file is not:
• Above resolution
• Animated
Image (.png)Make sure the file resolution is not above 1280 × 800
Document or
image (.pdf)
Make sure the file is not:
• Saved in PDF version 1.8 or later format
• Encrypted
Motion JPEG
movie (.avi)
Supports only AVI 1.0
Make sure the file is not:
• Saved with an audio codec other than PCM or ADPCM
• Above 1280 × 720 resolution
• Larger than 2GB
Parent topic: Projecting a PC Free Presentation
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Starting a PC Free Slide Show
After connecting a USB device or digital camera to the projector, you can switch to the USB input source
and start your slide show.
Note: You can change the PC Free operation options or add special effects by highlighting Option at the
bottom of the screen and pressing Enter.
1.Press the USB button on the projector remote control.
The PC Free screen appears.
2.Do the following as necessary to locate your files:
• If you need to display files inside a subfolder on your device, press the arrow buttons to highlight
the folder and press the Enter button.
• To move back up a folder level on your device, highlight Back to Top and press Enter.
• To view additional files in a folder, highlight Next page or Previous page and press Enter. (You
can also press the Page up or down buttons on the remote control.)
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3.Do one of the following:
• To display an individual image, press the arrow buttons to highlight the image and press Enter.
(Press the Esc button to return to the file list screen.)
• To display a slide show of all the images in a folder, press the arrow buttons to highlight the
Slideshow option at the bottom of the screen and press Enter.
Note: If any file names are longer than 8 characters or include unsupported symbols, the file names
may be shortened or changed only in the screen display.
4.While projecting, use the following commands to control the display as necessary:
• To rotate a displayed image, press the up or down arrow button.
• To move to the next or previous image, press the left or right arrow button.
5.To stop the display, follow the on-screen instructions or press the Esc button.
Parent topic: Projecting a PC Free Presentation
Starting a PC Free PDF File Presentation
After connecting a USB device to the projector, you can switch to the USB input source and start your
PDF file presentation (PowerLite 1781W/1785W/1795F).
1.Press the USB button on the projector remote control.
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The PC Free screen appears.
2.Do the following as necessary to locate your files:
• If you need to display files inside a subfolder on your device, press the arrow buttons to highlight
the folder and press the Enter button.
• To move back up a folder level on your device, highlight Back to Top and press Enter.
• To view additional files in a folder, highlight Next page or Previous page and press Enter.
3.To display the first page of a PDF file at full size, press the arrow buttons to highlight the file and
press Enter. (Press the Esc button to return to the file list screen.)
Note: If any file names are longer than 8 characters or include unsupported symbols, the file names
may be shortened or changed only in the screen display. If a PDF file extension is not .pdf, the file
does not appear in the file list.
4.While projecting a PDF file, use the following commands to control the display as necessary:
• To move to the next or previous page, press the up or down arrow button.
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• To display a menu of pages to select from, press the Esc button. Then press the left or right arrow
button to select a page and press Enter.
• To enlarge the view of a page to fit the screen, press Enter. Press Enter again to return to
standard size display.
• To rotate a displayed page, press the left or right arrow button.
5.To stop the display, press the Esc button, press the up or down arrow button to highlight EXIT, and
press Enter.
Parent topic: Projecting a PC Free Presentation
Starting a PC Free Movie Presentation
After connecting a USB device or digital camera to the projector, you can switch to the USB input source
and start your movie.
Note: You can change the PC Free operation options by highlighting Option at the bottom of the screen
and pressing Enter.
1.Press the USB button on the projector remote control.
The PC Free screen appears.
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2.Do the following as necessary to locate your files:
• If you need to display files inside a subfolder on your device, press the arrow buttons to highlight
the folder and press the Enter button.
• To move back up a folder level on your device, highlight Back to Top and press Enter.
• To view additional files in a folder, highlight Next page or Previous page and press Enter. (You
can also press the Page up or down buttons on the remote control.)
3.To play back a movie, press the arrow buttons to highlight the file and press Enter.
Note: If any file names are longer than 8 characters or include unsupported symbols, the file names
may be shortened or changed only in the screen display. If you want to play back all the movies in a
folder in sequence, select the Slideshow option at the bottom of the screen.
4.To stop movie playback, press the Esc button, highlight Exit, and press Enter.
Parent topic: Projecting a PC Free Presentation
PC Free Display Options
You can select these display options when using the projector's PC Free feature.
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SettingOptionsDescription
Display OrderName OrderDisplays files in name order
Date OrderDisplays files in date order
Sort OrderIn AscendingSorts files in first-to-last order
In DescendingSorts files in last-to-first order
Continuous PlayOnDisplays a slide show continuously
OffDisplays a slide show one time through
Screen Switching
Time
NoDoes not display the next file automatically
1 Second to 60 SecondsDisplays files for the selected time and
switches to the next file automatically; high
resolution images may switch at a slightly
slower rate
EffectWipeTransitions between images with a wipe effect
DissolveTransitions between images with a dissolve
effect
RandomTransitions between images using a random
variety of effects
Parent topic: Projecting a PC Free Presentation
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Adjusting Projector Features
Follow the instructions in these sections to use your projector's feature adjustments.
Shutting Off the Picture and Sound Temporarily
Stopping Video Action Temporarily
Zooming Into and Out of Images
Projector Security Features
Projector Identification System for Multiple Projector Control
Projecting Two Images Simultaneously
Controlling a Presentation Using Hand Gestures
Shutting Off the Picture and Sound Temporarily
You can temporarily turn off the projected picture and sound if you want to redirect your audience's
attention during a presentation. Any sound or video action continues to run, however, so you cannot
resume projection at the point that you stopped it.
If you want to display an image such as a company logo or picture when the presentation is stopped, you
can set up this feature using the projector's menus.
Note: If the picture and sound are off for more than 30 minutes, the power automatically turns off. You
can turn this setting on and off using the projector's ECO menu.
Note: The lamp is still lit while using A/V Mute and the lamp hours will continue to accumulate.
1.Press the A/V Mute button on the remote control to temporarily stop projection and mute any sound.
2.To turn the picture and sound back on, press the A/V Mute button again.
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Note: You can also stop projection using the A/V Mute slide lever on the projector.
Parent topic: Adjusting Projector Features
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - ECO Menu
Related tasks
Saving a User's Logo Image to Display
Stopping Video Action Temporarily
You can temporarily stop the action in a video or computer presentation and keep the current image on
the screen. Any sound or video action continues to run, however, so you cannot resume projection at the
point that you stopped it.
1.Press the Freeze button on the remote control to stop the video action.
2.To restart the video action in progress, press Freeze again.
Parent topic: Adjusting Projector Features
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Zooming Into and Out of Images
You can draw attention to parts of a presentation by zooming into a portion of the image and enlarging it
on the screen.
1.Press the E-Zoom + button on the remote control.
You see a crosshair on the screen indicating the center of the zoom area.
2.Use the following buttons on the remote control to adjust the zoomed image:
• Use the arrow buttons to position the crosshair in the image area you want to zoom into.
• Press the E-Zoom + button repeatedly to zoom into the image area, enlarging it as necessary.
Press and hold the E-Zoom + button to zoom in more quickly.
• To pan around the zoomed image area, use the arrow buttons.
• To zoom out of the image, press the E-Zoom – button as necessary.
• To return to the original image size, press Esc.
Parent topic: Adjusting Projector Features
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Projector Security Features
You can secure your projector to deter theft or prevent unintended use by setting up the following
security features:
• Password security to prevent the projector from being turned on, and prevent changes to the startup
screen and other settings.
• Button lock security to block operation of the projector using the buttons on the control panel.
• Security cabling to physically cable the projector in place.
Password Security Types
Locking the Projector's Buttons
Installing a Security Cable
Parent topic: Adjusting Projector Features
Password Security Types
You can set up these types of password security using one shared password:
• Power On Protection password prevents anyone from using the projector without first entering a
password.
• User's Logo Protection password prevents anyone from changing the custom screen the projector
can display when it turns on or when you use the A/V Mute feature. The presence of the custom
screen discourages theft by identifying the projector’s owner.
• Network Protection password prevents anyone from changing the network settings in the projector
menus.
• Screen Mirroring Protec. password prevents anyone from changing the projector's Screen Mirroring
settings (PowerLite 1785W/1795F).
Setting a Password
Selecting Password Security Types
Entering a Password to Use the Projector
Saving a User's Logo Image to Display
Parent topic: Projector Security Features
Setting a Password
To use password security, you must set a password.
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1.Hold down the Freeze button on the remote control for about five seconds or until you see this
menu.
2.Press the down arrow to select Password and press Enter.
You see the prompt "Change the password?".
3.Select Yes and press Enter.
4.Press and hold down the Num button on the remote control and use the numeric buttons to set a
four-digit password.
The password displays as **** as you enter it. Then you see the confirmation prompt.
5.Enter the password again.
You see the message "Password accepted."
6.Press Esc to return to the menu.
7.Make a note of the password and keep it in a safe place in case you forget it.
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