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Epson® PowerLite® 745c
Multimedia Projector
User’s Guide
Important Safety Information
WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes.
Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and
filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically
explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
WARNING: The projector and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags. Keep plastic bags away from small
children to avoid any risk of suffocation.
Caution: When you replace the lamp, never touch the new lamp with your bare hands; the invisible residue left by
the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life. Use a cloth or glove to handle the new lamp.
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Contents
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1 Displaying and Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . 15
Positioning the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Projecting the Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Turning On the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Selecting the Image Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Troubleshooting Display Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
You Can’t Project an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display
the Same Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjusting the Height of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Focusing and Zooming Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Adjusting the Image Shape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Correcting Computer Images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Shutting Down the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the Direct Power On Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Replacing the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Controlling the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Turning Off the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Stopping Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Zooming Part of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Controlling the Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Resizing Video images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Adjusting the Color Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control. . . . . . 35
Highlighting Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Using the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Customizing the Pointer Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and
Other Equipment
Connecting to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Connecting to the Computer Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Using the Macintosh Desktop Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control . . . . 40
Connecting to Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Connecting a Composite Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Connecting an S-Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Connecting a Component Video Source . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Connecting an RGB Video Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Connecting to a Digital Camera or Other Device. . . . . . . . . 46
Removing the USB Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Playing Sound Through the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Connecting External Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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Presenting Through a Wireless Network . . . . 49
Starting EasyMP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Configuring the Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Using Ad Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Using Access Point Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Using Wireless Security Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Adding WEP Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Adding WPA Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Adding LEAP Authentication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Projecting Wirelessly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Using the Control Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Connecting in IP Connect Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Switching Between Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Removing the Wireless 802.11g Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Presenting from a Memory Card,
Digital Camera, or External Drive
Inserting a Memory Card in the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Removing a Memory Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Creating a Slideshow on the Fly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Displaying the Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Controlling Your Slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Changing Timing and Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Presenting Image Files From a Digital Camera . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Presenting Image Files From an External Drive . . . . . . . . . . 90
Creating a Scenario. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Converting a PowerPoint File to a Scenario . . . . . . . . . . 92
Creating a Scenario from Scratch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Transferring Your Scenario to a Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . 101
Presenting Scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Controlling Your Scenario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Editing Your Scenario on the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Supported File Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
. . . . . . . . . 85
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Fine-Tuning the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Using the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Restoring the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Adjusting the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Adjusting Signal Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Customizing Projector Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Using the Projector Security Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Enabling Password Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Creating Your Own Startup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Disabling the Projector’s Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Customizing Power and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Managing Projectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Using EMP Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Opening and Closing EMP Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Registering Your Projectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Monitoring Your Projectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Controlling Your Projectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Using E-Mail Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Understanding the Notification Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Using a Browser to Monitor Projectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Using Projector Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Creating a Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Connecting to a Projector in a Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Exporting a Projector Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Importing a Projector Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
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Maintaining the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Cleaning the Lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Cleaning the Air Filters and Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Replacing the Lamp and Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Resetting the Lamp Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
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Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Using On-Screen Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Checking Projector Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
What To Do When the Lights Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information . . . . . . . 155
Solving Projector Operation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Solving Problems with the Image or Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Solving Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Solving EasyMP Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Telephone Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Windows System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Macintosh System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Installing the Software on a Windows System. . . . . . . . . . . 171
Installing the Software on a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Projector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
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Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175
Projection Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Electrical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Compatible Video Formats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
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Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Remote Control Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
FCC Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
8 Contents
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Welcome
The Epson
®
PowerLite® 745c is an easy-to-use, lightweight projector
that offers up to 2500 lumens of brightness and weighs less than 4
pounds. You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video
sources, or you can project from a USB storage device, memory card,
or over an 802.11g or 802.11b wireless network.
Easy control
The projector’s keystone correction feature automatically corrects
image distortion, and you can use the remote control to take charge of
your presentation from almost anywhere in the room. Freeze the
action, zoom in on part of the picture, or use the remote as a pointer.
You can even use it in place of your computer’s mouse to control your
computer and change slides in Microsoft
®
PowerPoint.®
EasyManagement
™
With the projector’s EasyManagement
®
Windows
PC to remotely monitor and control the projector over a
system, you can use a
network.
Security
To prevent unauthorized use, this projector includes several security
features including a password, user’s logo, and the ability to lock the
projector buttons.
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Using Your Documentation
This book contains all the information you need to set up and use
your projector. Please follow these guidelines as you read through it:
■ 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 hints.
Getting More Information
Need tips on giving presentations? Quick steps for setting up your
projector? Here’s where you can look for help:
■ presentersonline.com
Includes a library of articles covering presentation tips, tricks, and
technology. The site provides templates, clip art and sound clips,
as well as Presenters Services to use on the road. Even more
resources and services are available if you register to join the
Presenters Club
®
—and it’s free.
10 Welcome
■ Quick Setup sheet
Gives you the instructions you need to get your projector up and
running if you are connecting to a notebook, PowerBook,
®
iBook
■ Start Here kit
computer, or projecting over a wireless network.
Includes this User’s Guide, your Quick Setup sheet, warranty
brochures, and Epson PrivateLine
®
Support card. Keep the folder
with your projector at all times.
■ Built-in help system
Provides assistance for common problems. Available from the
Help button on the projector or the remote control. See page 152
for details.
■ support.epson.com
Download FAQs and e-mail your questions to Epson support.
®
or
■ If you still need help after checking this User’s Guide and the
sources listed above, you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support
service to get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on
the card in your Start Here kit. Or take advantage of Epson’s
automated support services 24 hours a day. See page 166 for more
information.
Registration and Warranty
Your projector comes with a basic carry-in warranty as well as an
international warranty that let you project with confidence anywhere
in the world. For details, see page 184 and the warranty brochure
included in your Start Here kit.
In addition, for customers who register their projector, Epson offers
SM
free Extra Care
failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead,
Epson will ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States
or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See the brochure in your
Start Here kit for details.
To register, simply fill out the registration card included in your Start
Here kit and mail it to Epson. Or you can register online at
http://www.epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive
special updates on new accessories, products, and service.
Road Service. In the unlikely event of an equipment
Welcome 11
Unpacking the Projector
After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown
below:
EasyMP software
CD-ROM
USB cable
Projector
Power cable
802.11G/B wireless card
Remote control and
batteries
Audio adapter
VGA computer cable
Carrying case
Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use
the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the
projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by
hand, use the carrying case. See page 13 for ordering information, and
page 150 for transportation instructions.
12 Welcome
Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need
additional components:
■ To receive an S-Video signal, you’ll need an S-Video cable. One
may be provided with your video equipment, or you can purchase
one from Epson; see page 13.
■ To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video
device, you’ll need a component video cable. You can purchase
one from Epson; see below.
■ Some older PowerBooks
®
and Macintosh® desktop models may
need the Macintosh desktop adapter set shown on page 39
(available from Epson; see below.) Older iMac
®
systems may need
a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your
computer dealer.
Optional Accessories
To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following
optional accessories:
Product Part number
Replacement lamp V13H010L32
Air filter replacement set V13H134A08
ATA molded hardshell case
Samsonite
Notebook/projector soft shoulder bag
Universal ceiling mount
False ceiling plate
Security bracket/cabling for gyro lock mounts
Adjustable ceiling channel
Kensington
50-inch portable screen
60-inch portable pop-up screen
80-inch portable pop-up screen
83.6-inch hanging pull-down screen
Macintosh adapter set ELPAP01
Component video cable
S-Video cable
Distribution amplifier ELPDA01
Image presentation camera
High resolution document camera
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wheeled soft case
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security lock ELPSL01
ELPKS42
ELPKS35-S
ELPKS43
ELPMBUNI
ELPFC03
ELPMBSEC
ELPMBACC
ELPSC06
ELPSC07
ELPSC08
ELPSC09
ELPKC19
ELPSV01
V12H162020
V12H064020
Welcome 13
You can purchase these accessories from your dealer, by calling
Epson at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the Epson Store
SM
at
www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call
(800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.
14 Welcome
Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Whether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment,
you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the
screen.
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for:
■ Positioning the projector
■ Turning the projector on and selecting the image source
■ Troubleshooting display problems
■ Adjusting the image
■ Turning off the projector
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15
note
You can mount the projector
on the ceiling, or place it
behind a translucent screen
for rear projection. See
page 173 for details.
Positioning the Projector
If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll
probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen, as shown.
This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and
remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to
leave as much space as possible between the projector and the screen to
get a good-size image.
Use the figure below to help you determine placement. Image size
increases with distance, but can vary depending on how you position
the zoom ring and whether you’ve adjusted the image with other
settings.
TBD
Also keep these considerations in mind:
■ Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.
■ Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and
under the projector. Do not set the projector on top of anything
that could block the vents under the projector.
■ Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical
outlet or extension cord.
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3.2 to 3.9 ft6.6 to 7.9 ft33.1 to 39.7 ft Distance from screen
Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of
the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens
should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen.
Projector
Screen
If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by
extending the front adjustable foot. This causes the image to become
“keystone” shaped, but you can correct the distortion by pressing the
Sync buttons on the projector. See page 24 for detailed information
about correcting the image shape.
For instructions on installing the projector in a permanent location,
such as a theater or conference room, see page 173.
note
After positioning the
projector, you may want to
connect a Kensington
MicroSaver
device to the lock port on the
projector’s left side. You can
purchase this from Epson;
see page 13.
®
anti-theft
Displaying and Adjusting the Image 17
Projecting the Image
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described
on page 37. Then follow the instructions below to start the projector
and display an image.
Turning On the Projector
note
To shut down the projector,
see page 26. Shutting down
the projector correctly
prevents premature lamp
failure and possible damage
from overheating.
Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting
the projector so it can automatically detect and display the image
source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple pieces of
connected equipment, you may have to select the image source
manually (see page 19).
Follow these steps to turn on the projector:
1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Plug one end of the power cable into the projector, and the other
end into an electrical outlet.
The
Power light comes on.
Power light
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3. Press the red PPower button on the remote control or on top of
the projector.
The projector beeps once and the
Power light flashes green as the
projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the
Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is
ready for use.
®
4. If you’ve connected a Windows
-based computer to the
projector, you may see a New Hardware Wizard screen saying
your computer has found a plug-and-play monitor; if so, click
Cancel.
5. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 114.
Selecting the Image Source
Selecting the image source lets you switch between images input from
different pieces of connected equipment (such as a computer or DVD
player).
If you don’t see the image you want, press the
on the projector or the
Search button on the remote control until
you see the image you want to project.
You can also use the
Source buttons on the remote control to switch
between devices connected to the ports identified on each button, or
select EasyMP to project wirelessly or from a memory card.
Source Search button
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warning
Never look into the lens
when the lamp is on. This
can damage your eyes, and is
especially dangerous for
children.
note
To focus and adjust the
image, see page 23. If a
projected image fails to
appear, see page 20 for help.
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Troubleshooting Display Problems
Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image.
You Can’t Project an Image
If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following:
■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described
beginning on page 37.
■ Make sure the Power light is green and not flashing and the lens
cap is off.
■ If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source,
you may need to press the
projector’s control panel or
to select the correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector
to sync up after pressing the button.)
■ If you’re using a PC notebook, press the function key on your
keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be
labeled
hold down the
CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to
Fn key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for
the projector to sync up after changing the setting.
Source Search button on the
Search button on the remote control
The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display the Same Image
If you’re projecting from a notebook, and you can’t see your image on
the projection screen and on your computer at the same time, follow
these guidelines.
If you’re using a PC notebook:
■ On most systems, there’s a function key that lets you toggle
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at
the same time. It may be labeled
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing
the setting.
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CRT/LCD or have an icon such as
. You may have to hold down the
Fn key while pressing it.
■ If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously
on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make
sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are
enabled.
From the Control Panel, open the
Properties dialog box, click the
Advanced. The method for adjusting the settings varies by
brand; you may need to click a
Display utility. In the Display
Settings tab, then click
Monitor tab, then make sure the
external Monitor port is set as your primary display and/or
enabled. See your computer’s documentation or online help for
details.
If you’re using Macintosh OS X:
You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen
as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
®
1. From the Apple
Displays.
2. Make sure the
3. Click the
Arrangement (or Arrange) tab.
menu, select System Preferences, then select
VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected.
Make sure
Mirror Displays
is checked
4. Make sure the
Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.
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If you’re using OS 8.6 to OS 9.x:
You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen
as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
1. From the Apple menu, select
Control Panels, then click
Monitors or Monitors and Sound.
2. Click the Arrange icon.
Click here
Drag one
monitor icon on
top of the other
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other.
If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the
Simulscan resolution settings:
1. Click the
2. Select a
the projector to sync up after making the selection.)
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Monitor icon.
Click here
Select a
Simulscan
resolution
Simulscan resolution as shown. (Allow a few seconds for
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments:
■ If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. See
below.
■ To focus or zoom your image, see page 24.
■ If the image isn’t square, see page 24.
■ If a computer image displays incorrectly, see page 26.
If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see Chapter 6.
Adjusting the Height of Your Image
If the image is too low on the screen, you can use the front adjustable
foot to raise it.
1. Stand behind the projector. Press the blue foot release lever up
and lift the front of the projector.
2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the lever
to lock the foot in position.
3. If necessary, you can fine-tune the height or level the image by
turning the projector’s rear foot.
Raising the projector causes the image to distort or “keystone,” but
you can manually correct the shape as described on page 24.
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Projector rear foot
Focusing and Zooming Your Image
Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image.
Turn the zoom ring on the projector to reduce or enlarge the image.
Focus Zoom
If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the
projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the
E-Zoom
buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image.
See page 33 for instructions.
Adjusting the Image Shape
In most cases, you can maintain a square or rectangular image by
placing the projector directly in front of the center of the screen with
the base of the lens level with the bottom of the screen.
Even if the projector is slightly tilted (within a range of 15° up or
down), the projector has an automatic keystone correction function
that detects and corrects vertical keystone distortion.
It takes about one second after projection starts for the image to be
corrected. During this time, a vertical keystone correction gauge
appears on the screen.
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Corrected imageProjector tilted up Projector tilted down
If your image is still distorted, you can correct it using the Keystone
buttons on the projector’s control panel or the projector’s Setting
menu.
Using Keystone Correction
To adjust your image when it is wider on the top or bottom, do the
following:
■ Press one of the two triangular buttons on the projector’s control
panel, as shown below. Continue pressing the button until you
are satisfied with the shape of the image.
Keystone correction
note
The image will be slightly
smaller after adjusting. If
it’s important to maintain
the correct aspect ratio, use
the menu system to perform
keystone correction, then use
the remote’s
to adjust the aspect ratio. See
page 113.
Resize button
■ Or press the Menu button on the remote control or projector,
select the
From the Setting menu, select
Setting menu, and press Enter.
Keystone and press Enter. Use
the pointer button on the remote control to adjust the
keystone setting as needed.
If the image becomes uneven, decrease the sharpness setting. (See
page 111.)
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Correcting Computer Images
p
3
p
p
p
note
You must be projecting an
image for this button to have
any effect. The
works only with computer
images.
note
You can set the projector to
automatically turn off the
rojector lamp and enter
“sleep mode” when it has
not received any signals for
0 minutes. This conserves
electricity, cools the
rojector, and extends the
life of the lamp. If you want
to start projecting again,
ress the P Power button.
If you are done using the
rojector, unplug the power
cord. To enable sleep mode,
see page 120.
Auto button
If you’re connected to a computer and the image doesn’t look right,
press the
Auto button on the remote control or the Enter button on
the projector. This automatically resets the projector’s tracking, sync,
resolution, and position settings.
If the
Auto button doesn’t correct the problem, you may need to
adjust the tracking or sync using the projector’s Signal menu. See
page 112 for more information.
Shutting Down the Projector
When you’ve finished using the projector, follow the recommended
procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and
protects the projector from possible overheating.
1. Turn off any equipment plugged into the projector.
2. To turn off the projector, press the red P
remote control or projector.
Power button on the
You see a confirmation message. (If you don’t want to turn it off,
press any other button.)
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3. Press the PPower button again. The lamp is turned off and the
Power light flashes orange for about 20 seconds as the projector
cools down. After the projector has cooled, the projector beeps
twice, the orange light stays on, and the exhaust fan shuts off.
If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the orange
light stops flashing. Then press the P
Power button.
4. If you extended the adjustable front foot, press up on the blue
foot release lever to retract it.
5. Replace the lens cap and unplug the power cord.
caution
Turn the projector off when
not in use. Continuous
24-hour-a-day use may
reduce the projector’s
overall life.
Using the Direct Power On Function
The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector will
start up automatically when you plug it in; you won’t have to press the
P
Power button.
Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On:
1. Press the
Extended menu.
2. Choose
3. Choose
4. Highlight
Menu button on the remote control and select the
Operation and press Enter.
Direct Power On and press Enter.
On and press Enter.
note
If a power outage occurs
when Direct Power On is
enabled and the projector is
plugged in, the projector will
start when the power is
restored.
5. Press
Esc or Menu to exit.
The setting will take effect the next time you plug in the projector.
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Using the Remote Control
p
The projector includes a number of tools to enhance your
presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control,
which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room—up
to 20 feet away.
1
note
For information and
resources to help you give
the most professional
resentation, be sure to visit
presentersonline.com.
You can use the remote control to adjust the picture and sound
(page 31) or as a pointer to highlight your presentation (page 36). You
can also use it to adjust the color mode for various environments
(page 34) or as a wireless mouse when projecting from a computer
(page 35).
This chapter covers:
■ Using the remote control
■ Controlling the picture and sound
■ Operating your computer with the remote control
■ Highlighting your presentation
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note
If a button is pressed longer
than 30 seconds, the remote
control stops operating to
conserve power. When you
release the button, normal
operation resumes.
Using the Remote Control
Follow these tips for using the remote control:
■ Point the remote control at the front of the projector or at the
screen.
■ Stand within 20 feet of the projector.
■ Avoid using the remote under bright fluorescent lamps or in
direct sunlight, or the projector may not respond properly.
Replacing the Batteries
caution
When replacing batteries,
take the following
precautions:
■ Replace the batteries as
soon as they run out. If the
batteries leak, wipe away
battery fluid with a soft
cloth. If fluid gets on your
hands, wash immediately.
■ Do not expose batteries to
heat or flame.
■ Dispose of used batteries
according to local
regulations.
■ Remove the batteries if
you won’t be using the
projector for a long period of
time.
Replace the batteries as described below:
1. Turn the remote control over.
2. Press down on the tab on the
battery cover as you lift the cover
off.
3. Install two AAA batteries,
inserting the
+ and – ends as
shown.
4. Position the cover as shown, then
press down until it snaps into
place.
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