Epson PowerLite 470, PowerLite 475W, PowerLite 480, PowerLite 485W Quick Setup Guide

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PowerLite® 470/475W/480/485W

Quick Setup

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

Connect the projector

Before you can connect to the projector, you need to loosen the screws and remove the cable cover.

Network (LAN)

Connect the projector to your network using an Ethernet® cable. See “Project over a wired network” for more information.

Note: To connect to a wireless network, you must install the optional EPSON wireless LAN module. For more information, see your User’s Guide on your projector CD.

Microphone

Connect a dynamic microphone to the Mic port, using a 3.5 mm mini-jack cable.

Computer

Choose from the following connections:

USB port

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

Windows® 2000 SP4 or later: After turning on the projector, follow the on-screen instructions to install the EPSON® USB Display software (EMP_UDSE.EXE; only on first connection).

Video device

Connect up to 5 video devices and use the Source Search button on the projector or remote control to switch between them. For more information on playing sound through the projector, see the User’s Guide on your projector CD.

Component video

to VGA cable

S-Video

cable

RCA video cable

(composite video)

Audio cable

HDMI cable

Note: If the software screen does not display automatically, open My Computer or Computer, then double-click EPSON_PJ_UD.

Mac OS® X 10.5.1 or higher: After turning on the projector, the setup folder

for USB Display appears in the Finder. Double-click USB Display Installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install the EPSON USB Display software (only on first connection).

Monitor port

Connect one end of a VGA cable to the projector’s Computer1 or Computer2 port, and the other end to your computer’s

you are using a laptop, switch it to external display (see “Troubleshooting”). You can also connect an audio cable.

HDMI port

Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the projector’s HDMI port and the other end to an HDMI port on your computer.

monitor port. If

External monitor and speakers

You can also connect an external monitor and external speakers to your projector to enhance your presentations. See the User’s Guide on your projector CD for details.

Camera, USB device, or EPSON DC-06 document camera

Connect a camera or document camera to the projector’s USB-A (flat) USB port.

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Using the remote control

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

Turn projector

on and off

Choose which source to display

If you need to focus the image, first slide the switch to open the air filter

cover on the side of the projector. Then raise or lower the focus lever to sharpen the image.

The default language of the menu system is English. To select another

language, press the Menu button on the remote control. Select Extended and press . Select Language and press . Select your language and press . Press the Menu button to exit the menu system.

Project over a wired

Access projector

Change presentation

slides (USB only)

Turn off projector

display and sound

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

menus

Navigate projector menus

Control projector volume

Get solutions to common problems

Turn on your equipment

Turn on your computer or video source.

Make sure the power cord is connected and plugged into an

electrical outlet.

network

If you need to configure the projector for your network, see “Network Configuration” on the back of this sheet.

Press the LAN button on the remote control. You see this screen.

Start EasyMP® Network Projection on your computer.

Windows: Select or Start > Programs or All Programs > EPSON

Projector > EasyMP Network Projection.

Mac OS X: Double-click the EasyMP Network Projection icon in the

Applications folder.

Select Advanced Connection Mode and click OK.

Power light

Press the power button on the projector or remote control.

The

Note: To shut down the projector, press the power button twice.

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

remote control to select the image source.

Note: If you still see a blank screen or have other display problems, see the troubleshooting tips on the back of this sheet.

power light flashes green, then stays on.

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

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

button.

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

appear on the LAN standby screen and click OK.

Your computer image is projected, with a floating toolbar:

Do one of the following:

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If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the DHCP

setting.

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

Note: To project wirelessly, you need the optional Wireless LAN module.

To purchase the EPSON Wireless LAN module or other accessories, see “Optional accessories” on the right. For more information about using the projector on a network, see the User’s Guide and EasyMP Network Projection Operation Guide on your projector CD.

Network configuration

Install the EasyMP Network Projection software on each computer that will project over the network. Use the CD labeled Epson Projector Software to install the program.

For instructions on installing and using your network software, click the icon on your desktop to access the on-screen EasyMP Network Projection Operation Guide. If you don’t see the EasyMP Network Projection Guide icon, you can install it from the projector CD or go to the Epson website (see “Where to get help”).

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When you’re finished entering an address in the network menu, highlight

If your network does not assign addresses automatically, turn off DHCP

and enter the projector’s IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway

Address, as needed.

Finish, then press the Enter button. Press the Esc button to return to the

previous menu.

When you’re done making all necessary changes, press the Esc button,

select Complete and press the Enter button to save your settings. Then press Enter again to confirm.

Press the Menu button to exit the menu system.

Using web remote

You can use a standard web browser to control the projector through the network. A “virtual remote control” on your computer screen lets you perform many of the same functions as you can with the physical remote control.

Open your web browser and enter the IP address of the projector you

want to monitor in the browser window.

To monitor and control your projector over the network, download and install the EasyMP Monitor software (Windows only) and manual from the Epson website. You can install a link to the downloads page from the projector CD or go to the Epson website (see “Where to get help”).

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

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

menu, then press Enter.

If you’re not sure what the address of the projector is, turn the projector

on and select Net. Info.-Wired LAN or Net. Info.-Wireless LAN from the Network menu to display the IP address of the projector. (Do not enter the leading zeroes.)

Press Enter, or, if you set a web control password in the projector’s

Network menu, enter your user name and password, then press Enter.

From the Projector Control menu, select Web Remote. Use the on-screen

buttons to operate the projector, as you would using the remote control.

Choose Network Configuration and press Enter.

Select the Wired LAN menu and press Enter.

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

Select video signal

Select computer signal

Turn off picture

and sound

Select equipment connected to the USB port

Select wired or wireless network signal

Pause video

Display closed captions

Troubleshooting

Optional accessories

If you see a blank screen...

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

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

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Press the Source Search button or one of the source buttons on the

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remote control to select the image source.

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

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that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be labeled CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it.

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

Windows

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

You can purchase screens or other accessories from an EPSON authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or

www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).

Product Part number

Replacement lamp V13H010L71

Air filter replacement V13H134A40

DC-11 document camera V12H377020

DC-06 document camera V12H321005

Wireless LAN module V12H418P12

Depending on your computer’s video card, you might need to use the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are enabled. See your computer’s Help for details.

Mac OS X

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

or Displays.

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

Click Arrangement or Arrange, then make sure Mirror Displays is

selected.

Where to get help

Manuals

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

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 for the duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing (562) 276-4394 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada).

Support hours are 6 AM to 8 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM, Pacific Time, Saturday.

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

Internet support

Visit epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for solutions to common problems. You can download utilities and documentation, get FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson.

Registration

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

www.epson.com/webreg.

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

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks.

This information is subject to change without notice.