Epson PowerLite 745c User Guide

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.

Copyright Notice

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products.

Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions.

Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

Epson and 3 LCD are registered trademarks, and EasyManagement and EasyMP are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation.

PrivateLine, Presenters Club, and PowerLite are registered trademarks; SizeWise is a trademark; and Epson Connection, Epson Store, and Extra Care are service marks of Epson America, Inc.

Pixelworks, DNX, and the DNX logo are trademarks of Pixelworks, Inc.

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

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Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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

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

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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

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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

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

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

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.

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.

■ 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

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

wheeled soft case

security lock ELPSL01

ELPKS42 ELPKS35-S ELPKS43

ELPMBUNI ELPFC03 ELPMBSEC

ELPMBACC

ELPSC06 ELPSC07 ELPSC08 ELPSC09

ELPKC19 ELPSV01

V12H162020 V12H064020

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You can purchase these accessories from your dealer, by calling Epson at (800) 873-7766, or by visiting the Epson Store

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

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

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.

Displaying and Adjusting the Image 19

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

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

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

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.

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

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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